Page 2 - EN; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; CAUTION; OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
2 EN 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 . . . ....
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EN 3 When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on allsides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") 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, ...
Page 4 - PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
4 EN •AC Adapter AP-V10U •Remote Control Unit RM-V715U •Shoulder Strap •Battery Pack BN-V11U • AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for Remote Control Unit) PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •Lens Cap •PC Connection Cable (GR-SXM930 only) (for Windows ® PC) • CD-ROM (GR-SXM930 only)The CD-ROM containsthe following 4 softwarep...
Page 5 - How To Attach The Lens Cap
EN 5 1 3 2 How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
Page 6 - AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
6 EN AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”(factory-preset). Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO mode is selected (the DSC Lamp is not lit). Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstra...
Page 7 - CONTENTS
EN 7 GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power .................................................. 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment .................................. 10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 10 Tripod Moun...
Page 8 - GETTING STARTED; Power; CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
8 EN 2 1 4 3 GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets youchoose the most appropriate source of power. Do not useprovided power supply units with other equipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1 Make sure the battery pack is attached to thecamcorder. Hook its end to the camco...
Page 9 - USING AC POWER; USING THE BATTERY PACK
EN 9 USING AC POWER Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration). NOTES: ● The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltageselection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. ● For other notes, pg. 58. To DC INconnector To AC outlet AC Adapter Charge marker A charge marker is provided onth...
Page 10 - Shoulder Strap Attachment
10 EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) PAUS E 1 180 ° 180 ° 2 2 3 3 2 4 3 1 A M P L A Y O FF Power ZoomLever RecordingStart/StopButton Set to “ ” or “ ”. Shoulder Strap Attachment 1 Following the illustration, thread the strap through theeyelet 1 , then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2 . Repea...
Page 12 - Recording Format Setting
12 EN RD W S T DPS NE . I – A II N R EC D V PSCA E X ZE H EPTP T T MO S L US U S OO L ARH R Y D M E EYE O N S E T N T T G E T M H ME S5 OO TFFF N P0FN3U I U U xF 0L N L LEL RD W STDPS NE . I – A II N R EC DVPSCA E X ZE HEP TP T T MO S L US U S OO L ARH R Y D M EEYE O N S E T N T T G E T M H ME S5 OO...
Page 13 - Compatibility Between S-VHS And VHS
EN 13 Recording Playback NOTES about S-VHS and S-VHS ET JVC EHG (Extra High Grade) tapes are recommended for superior results.Use S-VHS tape for storing recordings for an extended period or for recording important scenes, as itenables higher-quality recording and playback. With some tapes, better pi...
Page 14 - Tape Length Setting
14 EN TTTT E 2334 X 0050 I T T AP E L ENGT H T 3 0 S E E P P X I T REC MODE S P GETTING STARTED (cont.) Tape lengthindicator TAPE LENGTHMenu MENU Wheel Power Switch Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tapeused. 1 Perform steps 1 through 3 above. 2 Rotate the MENU W...
Page 15 - Loading/Unloading A Cassette
EN 15 Loading/Unloading A Cassette 1 Open the LCD monitor fully. 2 Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force to open. 3 Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, makesure the label is facing outward. 4 Press the Close button to close the cassette holderuntil it locks into plac...
Page 16 - Picture Mode Setting
16 EN Picture Mode Setting The Picture mode can be selected to best match yourneeds. Two Picture modes are available: FINE andSTANDARD (in order of quality). 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The VIDEO Lamp comes on. 2 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select ...
Page 17 - VIDEO RECORDING
EN 17 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS VIDEO RECORDING ....................... 18 – 21 Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder ........ 18 Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor ....... 18 LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment .............. 18 Power Switch Position...
Page 18 - Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder; Power Switch Position
18 EN 180 ° 90 ° BR I GH T – – – – – – – – 6 – – – + 2 5M I N 120MIN 3MIN 2MIN MIN 119MIN 1MIN 0MIN NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listedbelow. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 8) ● Load A Cassette ( pg. 15) ● Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 14) ● Tape Length Setti...
Page 19 - JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
EN 19 NOTES: ● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, thecamcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “ ” or “ ” to turn the camcorder on again. ● If you are recording on a cassette from the mi...
Page 21 - DANGER
EN 21 Quick Review (for scenesrecorded onto a tape): To check the end of the last recording. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standbymode. 2) Press 2 and release quickly. Tape is rewound for approx. 2 seconds andplayed back automatically, then pauses inRecord–Standby mode for the next sho...
Page 22 - VIDEO PLAYBACK; LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment:; Speaker Volume Control:
22 EN 1 Load a tape ( pg. 15). 2 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. If the DSC Lamp is lit, press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO”.To start playback, press 4 / 6 . •To stop playback, press 5 . •Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. NOTES: ● The camcorder shuts of...
Page 23 - Counter Memory Function:
EN 23 Set to “ ”. TBC Button COUNTER R/M Button Rewind ( 2 ) Button Fast-Forward ( 3 ) Button Play/Pause ( 4 / 6 ) Button Stop ( 5 ) Button Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking.To activate Manual Tracking: 1) Press the TRACKING Wheel ...
Page 24 - B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors; Basic Connections
24 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.) To VideoOutput Connector cover* To TV or VCR To VideoInput B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors Use optional Video and Audio cables. To AudioOutput To AudioInput A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connec...
Page 28 - MODE SELECTION; STILL IMAGE STORAGE
28 EN P TP S A I N R PC A E ET P T U S U L R H R EE O N N T GT H TF F 3 I U 0 N L E L TPS A I N R PCA E ETP T US U L RH R EE O N N T GT H TFP 3 II 0 NN E – UP F P MM E U I UU X L N LL I L – TT T U II P –– S 49 NAP SHOT P (PIN-UP) M4 (MULTI-4) M9 (MULTI-9) Menu Screen Snapshot modeindicator Display M...
Page 29 - Quick Review (for still images stored
EN 29 NOTES: ● Some sample images have been stored in the built-inmemory at the factory. If you wish to delete them, firstremove the “Protecting Images” function ( pg. 32), then perform the “Deleting Images” function ( pg. 33). ● If a Snapshot is taken while the camcorder is in theWIDE mode ( pg. 41...
Page 30 - Normal Playback
30 EN Previous Page ( 2 ) Button Next Page ( 3 ) Button D.S.C. PLAYBACK REFRESH Button To movethe pagenext To movethe pageback Power Switch Display MENU (BRIGHT)Wheel Display Normal Playback Still images shot using this camcoder are automaticallynumbered, then stored in numerical order in the built-...
Page 31 - E X I T; INDEX Screen; Selected Image; Index Playback
EN 31 0 1 0 4 0 3 0 6 0 2 0 5 E X I T < I N D E X > 01 02 03 05 04 E X I T 06 < I N D E X > Index number Selected image Picture mode Protect icon INDEX Menu INDEX Screen The images you shot can be displayed together with theirindex information. Convenient for checking images shotbeforeha...
Page 32 - Protecting Images; TO PROTECT AN IMAGE
32 EN 01 02 03 05 04 E X I T 06 < P R O T E C T > 01 02 03 05 04 E X I T 06 < P R O T E C T > I S P D N L R E R D I O L E ED T E T XE E T U C E R S T N M H E O N W U Display Power Switch MENU Wheel If Protection isremoved PROTECT Menu Normal playback Padlock mark Normal playback Protecti...
Page 33 - Deleting Images; TO SELECT AN IMAGE BY BROWSING
EN 33 0 1 0 4 0 3 0 6 0 2 0 5 < D E L E T E > N E X T S A E E L X L L I E T C T DE L E T E C E A N N T C E E R L DE L E T E C E A N N T C E E R L DE L E T E Deleting Images Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time orall at once. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. If the DSC Lamp ...
Page 34 - Connection To A Windows
34 EN Connection To A Windows ® PC Image data stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory canbe transferred to a Windows ® PC and saved using the image transfer software, Picture Navigator*. The imagedata transferred to a Windows ® PC can also be further processed using Mr. Photo Gold*, and the still ...
Page 35 - USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
EN 35 ADVANCED FEATURES ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS Night-Alive (GR-SXM930 only) ......................................................... 36 Fade/Wipe Effects ........................................................................ 37 Program AE With Special Effects ....................................
Page 36 - ADVANCED FEATURES; NIGHT AUTO
36 EN ADVANCED FEATURES Night-Alive (GR-SXM930 only) Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than theywould be under good natural lighting. Although therecorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobingdue to the slow shutter speed. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”. Press REFRESH ...
Page 37 - FADER
EN 37 Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- orwipe-out works at recording end. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. If the DSC Lamp is lit, press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO”. 2 Press FADE/WIPE repeat...
Page 38 - Program AE With Special Effects; SPORTS
38 EN Program AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. Press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO” (the DSC Lampgoes out) or “DSC” (the DSC Lamp comes on). 2 Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name and indication appear.They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, the...
Page 39 - Digital Effects
EN 39 Digital Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. Press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO” (the DSC Lampgoes out) or “DSC” (the DSC Lamp comes on). 2 Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s name and indication appear.They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then thename di...
Page 40 - Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
40 EN FE T O X O CP UO S SS C Y U A S R M T E E E R M A M M E E N AA N U UU U TT OO R D W STDPS N E . I – A II N R E C DVPSCA E X ZE HEP TP T T M O S L US U S O O L ARH R Y D M EYE O N S E N T T G E T M H ME S 5 OO TFFF N P 0F N 3 U I U U xF 0L N L LEL RD W STDPS NE . I – A II N R EC DVPSCA E X ZE H...
Page 41 - CAMERA MENU; SYSTEM MENU; MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS
EN 41 CAMERA MENU CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE SYSTEM MENU This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording. MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS D. ZOOM FOCUS EXPOSURE M.W.B. WIDE Refer to “Focusing” ( pg. 45). Refer to “Exposure Control” ( pg. 44). Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Op...
Page 43 - Snapshot; SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION; SNAPSHOT RECORDING
EN 43 Snapshot This interesting feature lets you record two types of digitalstill images that look like photographs onto a tape, as wellas keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in memory. It is agreat way to spice up footage of events such as parties,weddings and graduations. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION...
Page 44 - Exposure Control
44 EN Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the bestavailable picture quality, but you can override it and makethe adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment isrecommended in the following situations:• When shooting using reverse lighting or when thebackground is too ...
Page 45 - Focusing; AUTO FOCUS
EN 45 Focus detection zone Focusing AUTO FOCUS The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuousshooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correctfocus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below(in these cases use manual focusing):• When two subjects overlap in the same scen...
Page 46 - White Balance Adjustment; Manual White Balance Operation
46 EN Power Switch White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of colorreproduction under various lighting. If the whitebalance is correct, all other colors will be accuratelyreproduced.The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.However, more advanced camcorder operatorsc...
Page 47 - Instant Titles
EN 47 DEC 2 5 . 0 1 DEC 25. 01 AM 10 : 25 : 00 AM 10 : 25 : 00 DEC 25. 01 (DATE) (TIME) (DATE/ TIME) AUTO DATE 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ”. If the DSC Lamp is lit, press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO”. 2 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to s...
Page 48 - Animation
48 EN ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.) O 11 1 5 F // F42 S S SS REC T I ME O 1 315 F 5 0 F MM S S II NN I N T . T I ME 11 5S S MENU Wheel Recording Start/Stop Button REC TIME Menu Display Recording timeindicator Interval timeindicator INT. TIME Menu Animation You can shoot a series of pictures, each slight...
Page 50 - Installing The Batteries
50 EN 1 1 2 2 3 3 Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” sizebatteries. See “General Battery Precautions”( pg. 66). 1 Open the battery compartment cover asillustrated. 2 Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in thecorrect direction. 3 Replace the battery compartment cover. ...
Page 51 - Animation And Time-Lapse
EN 51 ZOOM (T/W) PLAY STOP START/STOP INT. TIME REC TIME 11 M / I 2 NS Interval timeindicator Recording timeindicator Remote sensor Remote sensor Playback Zoom (GR-SXM930 only) To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any timeduring playback. NOTES: ● Use the remote control unit to perform this pr...
Page 53 - Audio Dubbing
EN 53 NOTE: Use the remote control unit to perform the following procedures. Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecordedtape (normal audio only). The sound is recorded fromthe built-in microphone. Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing(VIDEO) procedure ( pg. 52) before con...
Page 54 - REFERENCES; Controls, Connectors And Indicators
54 EN REFERENCES REFERENCES CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 55 – 57 DETAILS ...................................... 58 – 59 INDEX ........................................ 60 – 63 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 60 – 61 Indications .................................... 62...
Page 55 - TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM; POWER; OTHER
EN 55 TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) mightprevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, f...
Page 56 - RECORDING
56 EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) RECORDING Recording cannot be performed. Recording does not start. Animation or Time-Lapse is notavailable. The tape is running, but there is noplayback picture. Playback cannot be performed. Playback picture is blurred orinterrupted. The count...
Page 57 - SHOOTING; PLAYBACK
EN 57 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SHOOTING Although SNAPSHOT is pressed, a stillimage is not stored in the built-inmemory. It is not possible to shoot in sucession. Although “ALL” is selected in theDELETE Menu Screen, all still imagescannot be deleted. Date/Time Insert is not performedwhile shooting a...
Page 58 - I T E M S; DETAILS
58 EN I T E M S N O T E S ❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10 ° C and 35 ° C (50 ° F and 95 ° F). 20 ° C to 25 ° C (68 ° F to 77 ° F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold,charging may be incomplete. ❍ Charging times are for a fully discharged...
Page 60 - INDEX; y u
60 EN INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators I 2 1 3 5 6 7 8 9 ! 0 y u Y U T Q W E R p i @ $ # % ^ * ( & r t we q o ) 4
Page 62 - Indications; Indications During Recording
62 EN INDEX Indications 1 R 4 B D 2 E 4 51 R E 0 C 4 M /I C M I 2 G C I S N S H O 2 N P 1 T N 5 S G . N – – R 0 I VP A 1 F G HA – T I H S U – U N T S – L A SE R E – A M – 1 E – T E 10 C – I 1 T5 x – O 1 6 N : – S 4 T + M – 5 4 0 W – : 0 2B 1 + 8 1 X 8 0 ! @ # % ^ $ 9 ( * & 6 3 4 5 1 2 7 a b ) q ...
Page 63 - Warning Indications; Indications During Playback
EN 63 Warning Indications Indications Function Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high. It does not necessarilymean that the battery pack is fully charged. Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power ...
Page 64 - TERMS
64 EN TERMS A AC Adapter ................................................. pg. 8, 9Animation Recording .............................. pg. 48, 51Audio Dubbing ............................................. pg. 53Auto Date Record ......................................... pg. 47Auto Focus .................
Page 66 - CAUTIONS; Video Light; Battery Packs
66 EN CAUTIONS When using the AC Adapter in areas other than theUSA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltageselection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s AC Adapter to an ACwall outlet other than American National Standard C...
Page 67 - Main Unit; Serious malfunctioning; LCD Monitor; How To Handle a CD-ROM
EN 67 2. Store cassettes . . . ... away from heaters or other heat sources.... out of direct sunlight.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. ... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic fields (such as those generated bymotors, transformers or magnets). ... vertical...
Page 68 - For Your Maintenance
68 EN CAUTIONS (cont.) Declaration of ConformityModel Number : GR-SXM930U/530U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N.J. 07470 Telephone Number : (973) 315–5000 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following t...
Page 69 - SPECIFICATIONS; Camcorder
EN 69 Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.55" color LCD(GR-SXM930 only)Electronic viewfinder with0.5" black/white CRT(GR-SXM530 only) White balance adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment LCD monitor : 3" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrixsystem (GR-SXM930 only)2.5" d...
Page 70 - ESPAÑOL; Alimentación; CARGA DE LA BATERIA
70 EN 2 1 4 3 ESPAÑOL Alimentación Esta videocámara posee un sistema de alimentación de 2 víasque le permite seleccionar la fuente de alimentación másapropiada. No utilice las unidades de alimentaciónsuministradas con otro equipo. CARGA DE LA BATERIA 1 Asegúrese de que la batería esté colocada en la...
Page 71 - USO DE ALIMENTACION CON CA; USO DE LA BATERIA
EN 71 USO DE ALIMENTACION CON CA Utilice el adaptador de CA (conectado como se muestraen la ilustración). NOTAS: ● El adaptador de CA se caracteriza por un selectorautomático de voltaje con límites de CA que van de110 V a 240 V. ● Para otras notas, p. 58. Indicador de carga Está provisto de un indic...
Page 72 - ALIMENTACION
72 EN 2 1 1 2 Utilización de la batería Enganche el lado extremo de la batería en lacámara de video 1 y empuje la batería hasta que se bloquee en el lugar 2 . (Procedimiento para carga, p. 8) Para extraer la batería Deslice BATTERY RELEASE y extraiga la batería. GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA (VIDEO) 1 ...
Page 73 - Utilización de la batería
EN 73 GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA (D.S.C.) 1 2 1 Ajuste el conmutador de alimentación en“ ”. — Aparece una imagen fija almacenada en la memoria. 2 Si la lámpara DSC no está encendida, presione REFRESH durante aprox. 1 segundo para seleccionar “DSC”. 3 Presione 2 o 3 para seleccionar la imagen fija qu...
Page 74 - HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER; — JVC; ACCESSORIES; Don’t service it yourself.; JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING; DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
74 EN HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER Dear customer: In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center...
Page 75 - LIMITED WARRANTY
EN 75 WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase fo...
