COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-FX10
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
6 – 13
Power ............................................. 6
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ... 8
Date/Time Settings ............................. 9
Tape Length Setting ........................... 10
Loading/Unloading A Cassette .............. 11
Grip Adjustment ............................... 12
Viewfinder Adjustment ....................... 12
Shoulder Strap Attachment .................. 13
Tripod Mounting ............................... 13
14 – 33
Basic Recording ................................ 14
Basic Features ................................. 16
Advanced Features ............................ 19
39
Basic Playback ................................. 34
Features ........................................ 35
Using The Cassette Adapter ................. 37
Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing ....... 38
34
RECORDING
PLAYBACK
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
USER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
40 – 47
Random Assemble Editing .................... 42
Insert Editing ................................... 46
Audio Dubbing ................................. 47
48
49 – 50
51 – 54
Indications ...................................... 51
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 52
Terms ........................................... 54
55 – 56
57
CAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
LYT0349-001A
2 EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety informa-
tion and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.
Using This Instruction Manual
•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (墌 cover page).
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (墌 pg. 51 – 54) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions (墌 pg. 55, 56). They contain extremely important information
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
Warning on lithium battery
(for clock operation and remote control unit)
The battery used in this device may present a
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or
incinerate.
Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
䡲 Dispose of used battery promptly.
䡲 Keep away from children.
䡲 Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and
viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
Use the BN-V12U/BN-V20U battery packs and,
to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage
AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate
conversion adapter may be necessary to
accommodate different designs of AC outlets in
different countries.)
This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.
CAUTIONS:
䡲 To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
䡲 When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect
the power cord from AC outlet.
䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
䡲 HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
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ATTENTION USERS OF
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY NON-
REMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND PRODUCTS CAN BE
RECYCLED.
AT THE END OF NORMAL LIFE,
IN AUSTRALIA, RETURN TO YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE OR MAIL TO:
Hagemeyer (Australasia) B.V. 5-7 Garema Circuit Kingsgrove NSW 2208 Australia
Attn : Service Dept.
Phone : (02)750 3777
IN NEW ZEALAND, PLEASE RETURN BATTERIES BY MAIL TO:
Hagemeyer (NZ) Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland 1000
Phone : (09)415 8758
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REMEMBER
Programme AE with Special
Effects (墌 pg. 20, 21)
䡲 Electronic Fog Filter
䡲 ND Effect
䡲 Sepia
䡲 Twilight
䡲 Sports
䡲 Nega/Posi
䡲 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Menu Adjustment
(墌 pg. 24, 25, 26)
5-Sec. Recording (墌 pg. 18)
Picture Stabilizer (墌 pg. 18)
MAJOR FEATURES
Digital Hyper Zoom
(墌 pg. 16)
Zoom in
Zoom out
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EA
•Cassette Adapter
C-P7U
•Shoulder Strap
•Battery Pack
BN-V20U
•Lithium Battery CR2025
x1 for clock operation
•DC Cord
•Audio/Video
(A/V) cable
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
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SUPPLY POWER
INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE
A
Hook on.
B
Push in.
BATTERY RELEASE
PUSH Button
EJECT Switch
Using the battery pack
Hook its end to the camcorder (
battery pack in until it locks in place (
(Charging procedure, 墌 pg. 6)
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
) and push the
).
PLAYBACK
2
REW (2) Button
STOP
(5) Button
3
PLAY/PAUSE
(4/6) Button
1
Set to “PLAY”
1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.
2 Insert a video cassette.
3 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.
(For more details, 墌 pg. 11)
SHOOTING
1
LENS COVER
Open/Close Ring
2
Set to “AUTO”
or “PRO.”
3
Recording Start/Stop Button
1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.
2 Press REW (2).
— The tape will automatically stop at the
beginning of the tape.
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE (4/6).
— Playback starts and the playback picture
appears.
1 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to
open the lens cover.
2 Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.
— The power lamp will light and an image
will appear.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
— Recording starts.
•To stop playback, press STOP (5).
(For more details, 墌 pg. 34)
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR
using the Cassette Adapter 墌 pg. 37
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once
again.
(For more details, 墌 pgs. 14, 15)
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CHARGE indicator
Marks
To AC outlet
GETTING STARTED
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
● No function is available without power supply.
● Use only the specified power supply.
● Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
REFRESH switch
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH
The AC Power Adapter/Charger features a
REFRESH function that allows you to fully
discharge the battery pack before recharg-
ing.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less
than 5 chargings.
To discharge the battery . . .
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as
shown in the above illustration. Then
push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator
lights when discharging starts, and goes
out when discharging is complete.
A
Hook on.
B
Push in.
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall outlet.
1SUPPLY POWER
2ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
•The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
3DETACH BATTERY PACK
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery pack
opposite the direction of the arrow.
Battery pack
BN-V12U
BN-V20U
Charging time
Discharging time
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 50 min
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
approx. 6 hrs. 40 min.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook its end to the camcorder (
battery pack in until it locks in place (
1ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2DETACH BATTERY PACK
Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
) and push the
) .
BATTERY RELEASE
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
Battery pack
BN-V12U
BN-V20U
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
75
115
INFORMATION:
The High Capacity battery pack BN-V856U (optional)
provides approx. 7 hours of recording time when the video
light is off.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack
using the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the
optional AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.
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Charge marker
Charge Marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which means
discharged.
NOTES:
● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and the
frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
● Charging times noted on page 6 are for a fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for a fully
charged battery pack.
your camcorder.
● Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
● Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
● Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
● While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does
not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.
● High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Do not
allow it to discharge in a container, such as a bag.
● If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
● Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
● Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
● The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been
stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The
CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
To DC IN jack
To AC outlet
DC OUT
terminal
DC Cord
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EA
To car’s
cigarette
lighter
socket
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as
shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
● When using the DC cord, make sure you connect
the end of the cord with the core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter
(connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
● When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.
● The optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (BH-V3E)
can also be used to charge the battery pack (except
BN-V20U/V856U).
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger/
Adapter, refer to the respective instruction booklet.
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Slot
Battery holder
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
1SWITCH OFF POWER
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery
Charger, etc.).
Pull out the battery holder.
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have
the “+” mark visible.
2REMOVE BATTERY HOLDER
3INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER
4RE-INSERT HOLDER
Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a
click.
NOTES:
● See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (墌 pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
● To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place
the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the
illustration when inserting/removing the battery.