JVC GR-FX12 User manual

LYT0671-001B

COMPACT

VHS CAMCORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

GR-SXM607

GR-SXM57

GR-SXM47

GR-SX202

GR-SX22

GR-FXM37

GR-FX12

VHS

PAL

625

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 – 3

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

6 – 13

RECORDING

14 – 29

Basic Recording ..........................14

Basic Features ...........................16

Zooming, 5-Sec. Recording, Picture Stabilizer,

Quick Review, Video Light, Retake

Advanced Features ......................18

Snapshot, Night-Scope, Fade/Wipe Effects,

Program AE with Special Effects,

Digital Effects, Using Menu For Detailed

Adjustment, Date/Time Insert, Instant Titles,

Animation, Time-Lapse, Exposure Control,

Focusing, White Balance Adjustment,

Manual White Balance Operation

PLAYBACK

30 – 34

Basic Playback ........................... 30

Features ..................................31

Connections...............................32

Using The Cassette Adapter ...........34

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

UNIT

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/

SX202 only)

35 – 43

Playback Zoom ..........................37

Animation And Time-Lapse............. 37

Insert Editing .............................38

Audio Dubbing ...........................39

Random Assembly Editing.............. 40

DETAILS

44 – 45

TROUBLESHOOTING

46 – 47

INDEX

48 – 51

Controls, Connectors

And Indicators .........................48

Indications ................................50

CAUTIONS

52 – 54

SPECIFICATIONS

S-VHS is compatible with

GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/

SX202/SX22 only.

2EN

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 (Zpgs. 48 – 51) 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 52 – 54 before use.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

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.

Cassettes marked “ ” and “ ” can be used with this camcorder.

However, S-VHS recordings are possible* only with cassettes marked “ ”.

*GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/SX202/SX22 only.

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CAUTIONS:

nTo prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel.

nWhen you are not using the AC Adapter for a

long period of time, it is recommended that

you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES:

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety

caution are on the bottom and/or the back of

the main unit.

●

The rating information and safety caution of the

AC Adapter are on its bottom.

CAUTION:

To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit,

first firmly insert the small end of the power

cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer

wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the

power cord into an AC outlet.

EN3

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or

on a shelf, make sure that it 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.)

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 JVC BN-V11U**/V12U/

V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge

them or to supply power to the camcorder from

an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC

Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter

may be necessary to accommodate different

designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

* Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

** GR-FXM37/FX12 only.

Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark

nThe Crossed Out Dust Bin

Mark on the battery pack

indicates that the product

complies with Directives

91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.

nNickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)

battery pack must be

recycled or disposed of

properly.

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.

nDispose of used battery promptly.

nKeep away from children.

nDo not disassemble and do not dispose of in

fire.

4EN

•AC Adapter

AP-V10EG

•Remote Control Unit RM-V715U

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/SX202

only)

•Shoulder Strap

•Battery Pack

BN-V11U (GR-FXM37/FX12)

BN-V20U (GR-SXM607/SXM57/

SXM47/SX202/SX22)

•Cable Adapter

(with an -IN connector)

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/

SX202/SX22 only)

•A/V (Audio/Video) Cable

•AAA (R03) Battery x 2

(for Remote Control Unit,

GR-SXM607/SXM57/SX202 only)

•S-Video Cable

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/

SXM47/SX202/SX22

only)

•Core Filter x 3

(for provided A/V Cable

and AC Adapter,

GR-FXM37/FX12 only)

•Core Filter x 4

(for provided A/V Cable,

S-Video Cable and AC Adapter,

GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/

SX202/SX22 only)

•Cable Adapter

(without an -IN connector)

(GR-FXM37/FX12 only)

•Lens Cap

•Power Cord

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”

(factory-preset).

Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.

Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the

demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for

more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.

“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned

off.

To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “ ” 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 MENU 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.

DEMO MODE

Setting Menu

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

EN5

How To Attach The Core Filter

Attach the provided Core Filter to the provided A/V Cable, S-Video Cable and AC Adapter.

The Core Filter reduces interference.

Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core

Filter.

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.

Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.

Connect the end of the cable with the Core

Filter to the camcorder.

5 cm

Stopper

132

How To Attach The Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

With the provided AC Adapter, attach Core Filters to both ends of the cable as shown below.

5 cm 5 cm

6EN

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 2-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

Make sure the battery pack is attached to the

camcorder. Hook its end to the camcorder 1and

push the battery in until it locks in place 2.

•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position,

a malfunction may occur.

Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder 3, then connect the Power

Cord to the AC Adapter 4.

Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet 5.

The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate charging has started.

When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,

charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the

AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the

camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

NOTES:

●

During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot

be operated.

●

Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong

type of battery is used.

●

When charging the battery pack for the first time or after

a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp may not light.

In this case, remove the battery pack from the

camcorder, then try charging again.

●

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.

●

Using the optional AA-V15EG AC Power Adapter/

Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/

V400U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it

cannot be used as an AC adapter.

To AC outlet

Battery pack

AC Adapter

CHARGE Lamp

REFRESH:

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. Perform steps 1through 3of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.

2. Press REFRESH on the camcorder for over 2 seconds. The REFRESH lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate discharging has started.

3. When discharging is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp blinks.

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.

* GR-FXM37/FX12 only.

**Provided with GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/

SX202/SX22 only.

To DC IN

connector

For other notes, Zpg. 44

Hook on.

Push in.

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

REFRESH Button

REFRESH Lamp

Power Switch

Battery pack

BN-V11U*

BN-V12U (optional)

BN-V20U** (optional)

BN-V400U (optional)

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.

approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.

EN7

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●

The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage

selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●

For other notes,

pg. 44.

To DC IN

connector

To AC outlet

AC Adapter

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.

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.

NOTES:

●

Recording time is reduced significantly under the

following conditions:

•

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•

The LCD monitor is used repeatedly (models equipped

with LCD monitor only).

●

Before extended use, it is recommended that you

prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the

planned shooting time.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”

(Zpg. 6).

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

1When using models equipped with LCD monitor

2When using GR-SX202/SX22/FX12

( ) : when the video light is on

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/SX202/SX22 only)

Battery pack

BN-V11U

BN-V12U

(optional)

BN-V20U

(optional)

BN-V400U

(optional)

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

95 100

(50) (50)

95 100

(50) (50)

150 165

(85) (90)

360 385

(205) (210)

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

(45)

135

(75)

315

(190)

8EN

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

PAUSE

180

Power Zoom

Lever

Recording

Start/Stop

Button

Set to “ ” or

“”.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

Following the illustration, thread the strap through the

eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the

buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other

end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure

the strap is not twisted.

Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend

its legs fully to Stabilize the camcorder. To

prevent damage to the unit caused by falling

over, do not use a small-sized tripod.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud

hole. Then tighten the screw.

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power

Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.

Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

EN9

VIDEO OUT

MAMM

TEM ME

DATE/TIME

24-hour

indication

Menu Screen

DATE/TIME Menu

MENU Wheel

Power Switch

Display

Date/Time Settings

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it to display SYSTEM MENU. Rotate MENU to

select “ NEXT” and press it to display the next page.

Rotate MENU to select “DATE/TIME” and press it.

The DATE/TIME Menu appears.

To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME” (hour/

minute), rotate MENU to select the desired item, and

press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate

MENU until the correct setting appears and then

press it. The setting stops blinking.

When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,

“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate MENU to select “EXIT”,

and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the

highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and

on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (

pg. 25).

VIDEO OUT

Video Out Setting (French model only)

Set to “PAL” or “SECAM” according to the system of the

TV or VCR you will be using.

NOTE:

If you change the PAL/SECAM setting during playback, the

playback picture colour may be affected. Be sure to

choose the correct setting before you start shooting.

Perform steps 1through 3above.

Rotate MENU to select “VIDEO OUT” and press it.

The VIDEO OUT Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to select the desired mode, then press

it. The desired mode is activated.

The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“RETURN”. Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

Recordings are made in PAL with this

camcorder. If you wish to play back recorded

tapes on a VCR or camcorder other than this

unit, be sure to use a PAL VCR or camcorder.

For other notes, Zpg. 44

10EN

–

S–VHS ET

Normal Screen

MENU Wheel

Power Switch

Setting Menu

Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded.

Menu Screen

Recording Format Setting

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/SX202/SX22 only)

Set the recording format according to the format of the

tape used or type of recording you wish to perform.

NOTE:

S-VHS ET recording is not possible when the recording

mode is set to “LP”.

Before performing the following steps, make sure that the

recording mode is set to “SP” (

pg. 12).

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it to display SYSTEM MENU.

If a VHS cassette is loaded . . .

.... rotate MENU to select “S-VHS ET”, then press it.

The S-VHS ET Setting Menu appears.

If an S-VHS cassette is loaded . . .

.... rotate MENU to “S-VHS”, then press it.

The S-VHS Setting Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to set to either of the parameters, then

press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the

highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

In the S-VHS ET Setting Menu,

ON : Records with S-VHS picture quality on a VHS

cassette (factory-preset). This is called Super

VHS ET (Expansion Technology).

OFF: Records in VHS.

In the S-VHS Setting Menu,

ON : Records in S-VHS on an S-VHS cassette

(factory-preset).

OFF: Records in VHS on an S-VHS cassette.

Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

•When the S-VHS ET mode is engaged, “S-ET” is

displayed.

•During S-VHS record mode, “S“ is displayed.

•When S-VHS ET or S-VHS recording starts,

“S-VHS REC” is displayed for approx. 3 seconds.

NOTE:

If a cassette is not loaded, “S-VHS” will be displayed in the

Menu Screen.

When an S-VHS

cassette is

loaded: S-VHS

GETTING STARTED

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