JVC GR-SXM37 User Manual

ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes
place when “DEMO MODE” is set to
“ON” (factory-preset).
• Available when the Power Switch is set to
“ ” or “ ”.
• To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set
"DEMO MODE" to "OFF" ( pg. 15).
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact
VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
“SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” ( pg. 3, 4) to
ensure safe use of this product.
LYT1378-001A
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM37
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED 5 ~ 9
RECORDING/PLAYBACK 9 ~ 10
BASIC FEATURES 10 ~ 12
MENU SETTINGS 12 ~ 16
TERMS 24
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which
is located on the bottom of the camcorder.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
GR-SXM37-EN.fm Page 1 Monday, November 29, 2004 4:15 PM

JVC GR-SXM37 Specifications

General

Camcorder Media Type	VHS-C
Recording System	NTSC
Focus	Auto/Manual
Shutter Speed	1/60 - 1/4000 sec
Screen Size	2.5 inches
Effective Pixels	270, 000 pixels
Viewfinder	Color
LCD Screen	Color
Microphone	Stereo
Power Supply	DC 6V (Battery)

Summary

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Electrical Safety and Handling Cautions

Covers risk of electric shock, opening the unit, and handling.

Important Safety Instructions

Operational and Environmental Safety

Guidelines for safe operation, ventilation, and battery disposal.

Controls, Connectors, and Indicators

Physical Controls and Connection Ports

Identifies buttons, ports, and external components.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Indications

Getting Started: Power and Battery Management

Charging and Using the Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide for battery charging and usage.

Connecting and Operating with AC Power

Instructions for powering the camcorder via AC adapter.

Getting Started: Settings and Adjustments

Configuring Date and Time Settings

Recording and Playback Procedures

Loading and Unloading Cassette Tapes

Instructions for managing video tapes.

Basic Recording and Standby Mode

Basic Playback and Search Functions

Menu Settings Overview

Accessing and Navigating Camera Menus

General instructions for using the menu system.

Exploring Camera Menu Options

System Menu Structure and Access

Troubleshooting and Error Resolution

Resolving Common Operational Issues

Solutions for problems like picture distortion or recording failures.

Understanding Warning Indicators and Errors

Explains the meaning of on-screen notifications.

General Cautions and Precautions

Battery Pack Handling and Maintenance

Guidelines for safe battery use, charging, and storage.

Cassette and Camcorder Unit Handling

Technical Specifications

Detailed Camcorder and Component Specs