COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM46
GR-SXM26
GR-SX41
GR-SX21
GR-FXM16
GR-FXM161
GR-FX11
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MAJOR FEATURES
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
GETTING STARTED
ENGLISH
2 – 3
4
5
6 – 15
RECORDING
16 – 32
Basic Recording .......................... 16
Basic Features ........................... 18
Advanced Features ...................... 22
33 – 37
Basic Playback ........................... 33
Features .................................. 34
Using The Cassette Adapter ........... 35
Connections ............................... 36
PLAYBACK
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
38 – 47
Animation And Time-Lapse ............. 40
Playback Zoom .......................... 41
Insert Editing ............................. 42
Audio Dubbing ........................... 43
Random Assemble Editing .............. 44
48 – 49
50 – 53
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
Controls, Connectors And
Indicators ............................... 50
Indications ................................ 52
54 – 56
57
CAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
VHS
PAL
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* GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/SX21 only
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0486-001A EN
2 EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information
and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover.
•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 (Z pgs. 50 – 53) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe
use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 54 – 56 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
n When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
cThe rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
cThe rating information and safety caution of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger are on its bottom.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
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 battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery
is incorrectly replaced.
n Dispose of used battery promptly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
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Cassettes marked “
However, S-VHS recordings are possible* only with cassettes marked “
* GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/SX21 only.
” can be used with this camcorder.
” and “
”.
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 LCD
monitor*/viewfinder playback are possible
anywhere. Use the BN-V11U/V12U/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.)
*GR-SXM46/SXM26/FXM16/FXM161 only.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
n The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
n Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of
properly.
EN3
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or
on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or
more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. heat may not be able to
get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and local rules or
laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with
water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines,
flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of
this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be
caused.)
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MAJOR FEATURES
Integrated Auto Light
(GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/
FXM161 only) (Z pg. 20)
TBC (Time Base Corrector)
(Z pg. 34)
Program AE with Special
Effects (Z pg. 23)
n Electronic Fog Filter
n ND Effect
n Sepia
n Twilight
n Sports
n Nega/Posi
n 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Super VHS-ET (GR-SXM46/
SXM26/SX41/SX21 only)
(Z pg. 12)
Picture Stabilizer (Z pg. 18)
Digital Hyper Zoom
(Z pg. 18)
Zoom in
Zoom out
NOTES about Automatic Demonstration
Automatic Demonstration takes place when ”DEMO MODE” is set to ”ON”
(factory-preset).
n Available when the Power Switch is set to ”AUTO” or ”PRO.”.
n Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops
DEMO MODE
the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not
moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.
n ”DEMO MODE” remains ”ON” even if the camcorder power is
F
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Setting Menu
turned off.
n To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to
“PRO.” and press MENU while the demo is in progress. This
takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will
not have to go through the main Menu Screen.) Rotate the Select
Wheel to select “OFF” and press it.
NOTE:
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
EN5
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V16EG
•Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U
(GR-SXM46/SX41 only)
•Battery Pack
BN-V11U
•Cable Adapter
(GR-SXM46/SXM26/
SX41/SX21 only)
•Shoulder Strap
•Lithium Battery CR2025
(for clock operation)
•Core Filter
(for provided Audio/Video
cable)
•Audio/Video
(A/V) cable
•S-video cable
(GR-SXM46/SXM26/
SX41/SX21 only)
•Editing Cable
(GR-SXM46/SX41
only)
•DC Cord
How to Attach The Core Filter
Attach the provided Core Filter to the provided Audio/Video cable.
The Core Filter reduces interference.
1
2
5 cm
3
Stopper
1.Release the
stoppers on
both ends of
the Core Filter.
2.Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving
approx. 5 cm of cable between the cable plug and
the Core Filter. Wind the cable around the outside
of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration.
•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
NOTE:
Take care not to damage the cable.
3.Close the Core Filter until it
clicks shut.
Connect the end of the
cable with the Core Filter to
the camcorder.
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CHARGE
indicator
Battery pack BN-V11U,
BN-V12U or BN-V20U
Marks
To AC outlet
GETTING STARTED
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V16EG
DC OUT connector
Battery pack
Charging time
BN-V11U
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
BN-V12U (optional)
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
BN-V20U (optional)
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.
Charge marker
ATTENTION:
Charging a battery with some charge
remaining reduces that battery’s capacity.
Perform the procedure below to fully
discharge the battery pack before
recharging.
1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
and make sure a cassette is not inserted,
then set the Power Switch to ”AUTO” or
”PRO.”.
2. The camcorder power turns off
automatically when discharging is
complete.
When you are not using a battery pack for
a long period of time, be sure to fully
discharge it before storing because leaving
a battery with some charge left over also
reduces performance.
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet.
1 Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from
2 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.
3 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery in the
opposite direction of the arrow and lift off. Remember
to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from
the AC outlet.
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:
c Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°
and 35°C. 20° to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for
charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may
be incomplete.
c Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged
battery pack.
c Charging time varies according to the ambient
temperature and the status of the battery pack.
c To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC
Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
c If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter
during battery charging, power is supplied to the
camcorder and charging stops.
c Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes
electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be
sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
c When charging the battery pack for the first time or after
a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC
Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
c If the battery operation time remains extremely short
even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn
out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new
one.
c Remember to set the charge marker after charging a
battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
A
Hook on.
B
Push in.
BATTERY RELEASE Switch
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.
INFORMATION:
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the
BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG AC
Power Adapter/Charger.
Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals
before using.
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.
To DC IN
connector
To AC outlet
To DC OUT
connector
Core
filter
DC Cord
AC Power
Adapter/
Charger
AA-V16EG
To car’s cigarette
lighter socket
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
EN7
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook its end to the camcorder
pack in until it locks in place
•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a
and push the battery
.
malfunction may occur.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
LCD
monitor off/
Viewfinder on
LCD
monitor on/
Viewfinder off
LCD
monitor on/
Viewfinder on
BN-V11U
BN-V12U
(optional)
BN-V20U
(optional)
BN-V856U
(optional)
1
90
(45)
90
(45)
140
(80)
570
(330)
2
100
(50)
100
(50)
165
(90)
650
(360)
1
80
(45)
80
(45)
130
(75)
520
(310)
1
70
(40)
70
(40)
115
(70)
460
(290)
1 When using GR-SXM46/SXM26/FXM16/FXM161
2 When using GR-SX41/SX21/FX11
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/
FXM161 only).
NOTES:
c Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly (GR-SXM46/
SXM26/FXM16/FXM161 only).
c Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
the illustration).
NOTES:
cThe provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
cFor other notes, Z pg. 6.
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (connect as
shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
cWhen using the car battery, leave the engine idling.
cThe optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can also be
used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/
V856U).
cWhen using the optional Car Battery Charger, refer to the
respective instruction booklet.
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Slot
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
Battery holder
camcorder.
supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery
Charger, etc.).
1 Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
2 Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the
3 Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have
4 Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a
the “+” mark visible.
click.
NOTES:
c See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
c 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.