JVC GR-D850AA - Manuals

6 EN MasterPage: Left Control Lever ( 墌 9) There are two kinds of operation using the control lever. To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. Regarding This Manual Operation To select 4 / 9 FOCUS Move the control lever up. 8 Move the control le...

EN 7 MasterPage: Start_Right Getting Started ENG L ISH Open the pad and make grip adjustments. ● Remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro. Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw and lock it in place. Attach The Shoulder Strap Str...

8 EN Getting Started Index Notes: ● The LCD monitor can rotate 270°C. ● Coloured bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor. However, this is not a malfunction. ● Power-linked operation You can also turn the camcorder on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. 9 J Q M...

EN 9 MasterPage: Start_Right Getting Started ENG L ISH a Control Lever ( 墌 6) : Left / Rewind [ 3 ] ( 墌 16) / Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] ( 墌 14) : Right / Fast-Forward [ 5 ] ( 墌 16) : Up / Play / Pause [ 4 / 9 ] ( 墌 16) / Manual Focus [FOCUS] ( 墌 23) : Down / Stop [ 8 ] ( 墌 16) / Backlight Compensa...

10 EN Getting Started a Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( 墌 33) B Operation Mode ( 墌 15) A : Auto Mode M : Manual Mode C : Night-Scope Indicator ( 墌 27) : Gain Up Mode ( 墌 19) D Shutter Speed ( 墌 27) E White Balance Indicator ( 墌 25) F Selected Effect Indicator ( 墌 27) G Selected Program AE Indica...

EN 11 MasterPage: Start_Right Getting Started ENG L ISH Set the Power Switch to “OFF” ( 墌 9) . Attach the battery pack. ● With the “ ” (arrow) on the battery pack pointing at the correct direction, slide the battery pack until it locks in place. Connect the AC Adapter. ● The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the...

12 EN Getting Started Attach the battery pack. ● When the Power Switch is set to “OFF” , it is displayed for approx. 5 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold for several seconds. ● When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” or ...

EN 13 MasterPage: Start_Right Getting Started ENG L ISH Perform steps – in “Language Settings” ( 墌 12). Select “DISPLAY”, ( ). Select “LCD BRIGHT”, press SET . Select the appropriate brightness, press SET . ● Press whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen. Press MENU . The camcorder n...

14 EN MasterPage: Left Preparation: ● Power ( 墌 11). ● Load Cassette ( 墌 13). ● Remove the lens cap ( 墌 6). ● Open the LCD monitor fully ( 墌 8). ● Select videos at 4:3 size of 16:9 (wide) size ( 墌 13). Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 墌 9). Press recording start/stop button to start recording. “REC” ...

EN 15 MasterPage: Start_Right Recording & Playback ENG L ISH During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. 1 , 3 , & 4 , time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame). 2 , time ...

16 EN MasterPage: Left Recording & Playback ● You can zoom in up to 35X by using the optical zoom. ● Zoom magnification over 35X is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 800X. Set (ZOOM) to [70X] or [800X]. ( 墌 19) Notes: ●...

EN 17 MasterPage: Start_Right Recording & Playback ENG L ISH Allows variable-speed search in either direction during video playback.During playback, press 5 once or twice for forward search, or 3 once or twice for reverse search. ● To resume normal playback, press 4 / 9 . ● During playback, pres...

18 EN This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( 墌 18 – 22). Open the LCD monitor fully ( 墌 8). For Video Recording Menus: ● Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 墌 9). ● Set the recording mode to “ M ” ( 墌 15). For ...

EN 19 MasterPage: Start_Right Menus For Detailed Adjustment ENG L ISH The following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC” . Recording Menus Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-Preset FUNCT IO N WIPE/FADER ( 墌 26), “Wipe Or Fader Effects”. PROGRAM AE ( 墌 27, 27), “Program ...

20 EN Menus For Detailed Adjustment The “DISPLAY” settings except (“CLOCK ADJ.”, “WIDE TV” and “LCD BRIGHT”) are effective only for shooting. Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-Preset CA MERA WIND CUT [OFF] : Disengages the function. ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator appears...

EN 21 MasterPage: Start_Right Menus For Detailed Adjustment ENG L ISH The “SETTING” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “REC” are also applied when the Power switch is set to “PLAY” . Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-Preset SE TTING LANGUAGE / [ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / DEUTSCH / ESPAÑO...

22 EN Menus For Detailed Adjustment The settings below are effective only for video playback except “REC MODE” . SOUND L/R and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your pl...

EN 23 MasterPage: Start_Right Features For Recording ENG L ISH This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 墌 9). Press SNAPSHOT. Notes: ● The “ O ” indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then ...

24 EN Features For Recording Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations: ● When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. ● When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. ● When the background is overly dark o...

EN 25 MasterPage: Start_Right Features For Recording ENG L ISH Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation. Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 墌 9). Set the recording mode to “ M ” ( 墌 15). Press twice so that the Spot Exposure Control indicator “ ” appears. ● A spot me...

26 EN Features For Recording Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 墌 9). Set the recording mode to “ M ” ( 墌 15). Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white p...

EN 27 MasterPage: Start_Right Features For Recording ENG L ISH Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( 墌 9). Set the recording mode to “ M ” ( 墌 15). Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or “SHUTTER” in “FUNCTION” Menu ( 墌 19). ● The selected effect will be shown for approx. 2 seconds before the camcorder returns to ...

28 EN Features For Recording A Black to S-VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has S-VIDEO in and A/V input connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable). B Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors). C Red to AUDIO R IN*. D White to ...

EN 29 MasterPage: Start_Right Connections/Editing ENG L ISH It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little, if any, image or sound deterioration. To use this camcorder as a player Ma...

30 EN Connections/Editing It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the software equipped with the PC or commercially available software.If you are using a Windows ® XP, you can use Windows ® Messenger to conduct video conferences over the Internet, usi...

EN 31 ENG L ISH If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Problem Possible Cause Remedy Recording cannot be performed. ● The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. ● “TAPE END” appears. ● The cassette holder cover is op...

32 EN Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy The LCD monitor indications blink. ● Effects functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. H Re-read the sections covering Effects ( 墌 27). The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light during charging. ● Charging is...

EN 33 ENG L ISH * The camcorder turns off automatically. Re-check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Warning Indication Meaning / Remedy ● Displays the battery remaining power. ● As the battery power...

34 EN The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: ● To avoid hazards ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transpor ting, make sure the provided battery cap is ...

EN 35 MasterPage: Start_Right Cautions ENG L ISH ● For safety, DO NOT ... open the camcorder’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to en...

36 EN Serious malfunctioning About moisture condensation ● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass’ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after he...

EN 37 ENG L ISH Specifications Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption* Approx. 2.4 W * LCD Backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Dimensions (W x H x D) 68 mm x 74 mm x 118 mm Weight Approx. 418 g (without battery, cassette and lens cap)Approx. 484 g (in...