JVC GR-SXM470A - User Manual

LYT0683-001A
EN
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM470A
GR-FXM270A
GR-FXM170A
GR-FXM17A
GR-FX220A
GR-FX120A
GR-FX12A
GR-SXM27EA
GR-SX22EA
INSTRUCTIONS
VHS
PAL
625
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 – 3
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES 4
GETTING STARTED 6 – 13
RECORDING 14 – 29
Basic Recording .......................... 14
Basic Features ........................... 16
Zooming, 5-Sec. Recording, Picture Stabiliser,
Quick Review, Video Light, Retake
Advanced Features ...................... 18
Snapshot, Night-Scope, Fade/Wipe Effects,
Program AE With Special Effects,
Digital Effects, Using Menus 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 And Tape Dubbing ........ 32
Using The Cassette Adapter ........... 34
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
(GR-SXM470A only) 35 – 43
Playback Zoom .......................... 37
Insert Editing ............................. 38
Audio Dubbing ........................... 39
Random Assemble Editing.............. 40
DETAILS 44 – 45
TROUBLESHOOTING 46 – 47
INDEX 48 – 51
Controls, Connectors
And Indicators ......................... 48
Indications ................................ 50
CAUTIONS 52 – 54
SPECIFICATIONS 55
S-VHS is compatible with
GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/
SX22EA only.

JVC GR-SXM470A Specifications

General

Camcorder Media Type	VHS-C
Optical Zoom	16x
Digital Zoom	700x
Image Sensor Size	1/4 inch
Focal Length	3.9-62.4mm
Minimum Illumination	2 lux
White Balance Presets	Indoor, Outdoor
Display Type	LCD
Display Size	2.5 inch
Microphone Operation Mode	Stereo
Image Sensor	CCD
Lens	Zoom lens
Shutter Speed	1/60 - 1/4000 sec
Focus Adjustment	Automatic
White Balance	Automatic
Viewfinder	Color
LCD Screen	2.5 inch

Summary

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Safety Warnings

Covers warnings about fire, shock hazards, moisture, and cautionary advice.

Battery Safety and Disposal

GETTING STARTED

Power Source Management

Explains how to charge batteries and use the AC adapter for power.

Battery Care and Refresh

Procedure for refreshing batteries and notes on battery performance.

Using AC Power

Instructions for connecting and using the AC adapter for continuous power.

Cassette Loading and Unloading

Details on inserting, removing, and preparing video cassettes for use.

RECORDING OPERATIONS

Basic Recording Procedures

Covers powering on, loading tape, and starting/stopping recording via viewfinder/LCD.

Zoom and Picture Stabilization

Explains how to use the zoom function and the picture stabilizer for clear images.

RECORDING ADVANCED FEATURES

Snapshot and Night-Scope Modes

Detailed Menu Adjustments

Exposure Control Methods

Focusing Techniques

White Balance Adjustment

PLAYBACK OPERATIONS

Basic Playback and Controls

How to play, pause, stop, rewind, and fast-forward recorded tapes.

PLAYBACK CONNECTIONS AND DUBBING

Connecting for Video Output

Guides for connecting the camcorder to TVs and VCRs for playback.

Tape Dubbing Process

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

Remote Control Overview and Setup

Remote Editing Functions

Advanced Remote Editing Setup

Connecting for Advanced Editing

Scene Selection for Editing

Automatic Editing to VCR

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Power and Recording Issues

Solutions for problems related to power supply and recording failures.

Playback and Tape Transport Issues

Troubleshooting steps for playback errors and tape movement problems.

Other Common Problems and Solutions

Addresses issues like missing indicators, focus, and error messages.

CAUTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS

Video Light and Battery Safety

Important safety warnings for the video light and battery handling.

Unit and Cassette Handling

Guidelines for safe operation, storage, and use of the main unit and cassettes.