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2 EN Master Page: Left-Safety GR-DVX709SH_02-08.fmPage 2 Using This Instruction Manual ● All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. ● Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. ● Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier re...
EN 5 Master Page: Right-Safety GR-DVX709SH_02-08.fmPage 5 * Attach the battery mount cover to protect the battery connector when the battery pack is removed. For the attachment/detachment, refer to “Charging The Battery Pack” ( 墌 pg. 10). NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcord...
6 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_02-08.fmPage 6 How To Attach The Grip Belt NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the finger support so that the tally lamp or the flash (GR-DVX709/509 only) is unobstructed with your fingers. ● The grip belt can be attached to the camcorder even if the finger support i...
EN 7 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_02-08.fmPage 7 How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder. 1) 2) 3) Attach the lens cap with ...
8 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_02-08.fmPage 8 Automatic Demonstration Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). 䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “ A ” or “ M ” and no casse...
Master Page: Right-SecCover GR-DVX709SH_09-17.fm Page 9 EN 9 GETTING STARTED Power ..................................................................................................10 Grip Adjustment .....................................................................................12 Viewfinder A...
10 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_09-17.fm Page 10 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 1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing to the lens side,...
12 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_09-17.fm Page 12 1 Loosen the belt. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Hung your third and little fingers on the finger support so that the tally lamp or the flash (GR-DVX709/509 only) is unobstructed with your fingers. 4 Adjust your thu...
EN 13 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_09-17.fm Page 13 Align the screw on the tripod with the camcorder’s mounting socket. Then tighten the screw. ● Some tripods are not equipped with studs. While using the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD monitor fully. It can ro...
14 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_09-17.fm Page 14 To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY...
EN 15 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_09-17.fm Page 15 The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. ( 墌 pg. 38, 49) 1 Set the Power Switch to “ M ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully...
18 EN Master Page: Left-SecCover GR-DVX709SH_18-25.fm Page 18 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ..................................................................................... 19 Basic Recording .........................................................................................
EN 19 Master Page: Right-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_18-25.fm Page 19 VIDEO RECORDING NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power ( 墌 pg. 10) ● Loading A Cassette ( 墌 pg. 16) ● Remove the lens cap ( 墌 pg. 7) 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DVX709/509 only) 2 Set the ...
20 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_18-25.fm Page 20 Zooming Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Zoom In Turn the Power Zoom Ring towards “T”. Zoom Out Turn the Power Zoom Ring towards “W”. ● The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring, the quicker the zo...
22 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_18-25.fm Page 22 VIDEO PLAYBACK 1 Load a cassette. ( 墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DVX709/509 only) 3 Set the Power Switch to “ P ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 To start playback, press 4 / 9 . 5 T...
EN 23 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_18-25.fm Page 23 Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. ( 墌 pg. 21) 1 Load a cassette. ( 墌 pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DVX709/509 only) 3 Set the Power Switch...
24 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_18-25.fm Page 24 These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors * The Audio cable is not required for watching still im...
28 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 28 D.S.C. PLAYBACK Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. 1 Load a memory card. (...
EN 31 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 31 1 Perform steps 1 – 6 of “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 墌 pg. 28). 2 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ n DISPLAY”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears. 4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and...
32 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 32 8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “PROTECT”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears. To protect the currently displayed file 9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears. 10 Press 3 or 5 to select the desired f...
EN 33 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 33 Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. 1 Load a memory card. ( 墌 pg. 17) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “ P ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 ...
34 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 34 New still pictures you are going to take can be separated from previously shot pictures by resetting the file name to DVC00001; these new pictures will be stored in a new folder. 1 Load a memory card. ( 墌 pg. 17) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “...
EN 35 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 35 10 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. The normal playback screen appears. ● To cancel selection, rotate the MENU Wheel to select “RETURN”, and press it. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps...
36 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_26-36.fm Page 36 You can initialise a memory card anytime.After initialising, all files and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “ P ” while pre...
Master Page: Right-SecCover GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 37 EN 37 ADVANCED FEATURES MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ............................................................ 38 Changing The Menu Settings ........................................................................ 38 RECORDING MENUS .........
38 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 38 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( 墌 pg. 40 – 52) 1 For Video and D.S.C. (GR-DVX709/509 only) Recording Menus...
EN 39 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 39 Menus with Sub Menus — m CAMERA, q MANUAL, s SYSTEM, n DISPLAY, o DSC (GR-DVX709/509 only), t VIDEO 1) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Example: m CAMERA Menu 2) Rotate the MENU Wheel to sel...
40 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 40 RECORDING MENUS These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. IMPORTANT: Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effect...
42 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 42 IMPORTANT: Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects. ( 墌 pg. 40) If an unusable mode is selected, the indicator of Wipe/Fader effects blinks or goes out. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ M ” while pre...
EN 43 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 43 * For GR-DVX709: Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”. EXPOSURE ( : Factory-preset) For details, refer to “Exposure Control” ( 墌 pg. 56). W. BALANCE ( : Factory-preset) For details, refer to “White Balance Adjustment” ( 墌...
44 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 44 CAMERA ( : Factory-preset) Recording mode Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference. NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing ( 墌 pg. 70) and Insert Editing ( 墌 pg. 72) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode. ● If the recor...
EN 45 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 45 Snapshot mode for video recording For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)” ( 墌 pg. 53). There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. Gain up SNAP MODE FULL Snapshot mode with no frame PIN-UP Pin-Up mode FRAME Sna...
46 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 46 MANUAL ( : Factory-preset) Digital Image Stabilisation Maximum telephoto setting Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m to the subject, the lens is o...
EN 47 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 47 Wind cut Snapshot flash mode (GR-DVX709/509 only) Flash brightness adjustment (GR-DVX709/509 only) WIND CUT OFF Disengages the function. ON Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. ...
48 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 48 SYSTEM ( : Factory-preset) Beep, melody and shutter sound Tally lamp setting ID number setting (GR-DVX400 only) Automatic demonstration mode Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm h...
EN 49 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 49 Resetting menu settings Sound input (GR-DVX709 only) DISPLAY ( : Factory-preset) Display setting Date and time display setting Time code setting Clock adjustment CAM RESET CANCEL Does not reset the settings to the factory-preset. EXECUTE Resets a...
50 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 50 DSC ( : Factory-preset) Picture quality Image size Approximate Number of Storable Images The numbers in parentheses are for GR-DVX509. * Provided with GR-DVX509 only ** Provided with GR-DVX709 only (12 sound effects pre-stored)*** GR-DVX709 only R...
EN 51 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 51 VIDEO ( : Factory-preset) Playback sound 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 playback picture. According to the menu acce...
EN 53 Master Page: Right-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 53 FEATURES FOR RECORDING Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. 1 Set the Power ...
EN 55 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 55 The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases perform “Manu...
56 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 56 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 bac...
EN 57 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 57 Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.Use this function in the following situations: ● When shooting a moving subj...
58 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 58 The white balance that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced.The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more adv...
EN 59 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 59 The sound effects pre-stored in the provided memory card can be dubbed onto a tape. 1 Load a cassette. ( 墌 pg. 16) 2 Load the provided memory card. ( 墌 pg. 17) 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “ A ” or “ M ” whi...
62 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 62 DUBBING * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting the cables, open these covers. [To use this camcorder as a player] 1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pages 24 and 25. 2 ...
66 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 66 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback...
68 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 68 . Slow-Motion Playback Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. During normal video playback, press SLOW ( Y I or I U ) more than approx. 2 seconds. ● After approx. 1 minute in Slow Rewind or approx. 2 minutes in Slow Fo...
EN 69 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 69 Playback Special Effects Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image.The effects that can be used during playback are CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE, SEPIA and STROBE. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording. ( 墌...
70 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 70 The audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. ( 墌 pg. 44) 1 Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE ( 9 ). 2 While holding A. DUB ( D ) on the remote control, press PAUSE...
72 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 72 You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged. NOTES: ● Before performing the following steps...
74 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 74 Make Connections Also refer to page 24 and 25.. * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** EDIT: GR-DVX709/509 JLIP: GR-DVX400 1 A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector… …Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. B A...
EN 75 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 75 Select Scenes 6 Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY ( U ) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears. 7 If using a Wipe/Fader at the beginning of the scene, pre...
76 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 76 Automatic Editing To VCR 13 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE ( 9 ). 14 Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY ( 79 ), or manually engage the VC...
EN 77 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 77 For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have r...
78 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_37-79.fm Page 78 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS [A] Using USB or PC connection cable This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software. [B] Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector by using ...
80 EN Master Page: Left-SecCover GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 80 REFERENCES DETAILS ..................................................................................................... 81 TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................... 82 CAUTIONS ...
EN 81 Master Page: Right-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 81 DETAILS ITEMS NOTES V Power ( 墌 pg. 10) ● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. ● Charging ...
82 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 82 TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Power Video and D.S.C. (GR-DVX709/509 only) Recording The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device....
84 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 84 Advanced features SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 14. The focus does not adjust automatically. 14. • Focus is set to the Manual mode. • The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low. • The lens is dirty or covered with...
EN 85 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 85 Other problems 24. Although Snapshot is attempted, flash does not take place. 24. • The subject is too bright with the flash set to “AUTO” or “AUTO C ”. • If blinks, the flash is being charged. • The camcorder is in the Record mode. • In the Men...
88 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 88 CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please ...
90 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 90 How To Handle A CD-ROM • Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth...
EN 91 Master Page: Right-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 91 USER MAINTENANCE 1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. 3 Press “P...
92 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 92 SPECIFICATIONS * GR-DVX709 only Camcorder For GeneralPower supply : DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 4.5 W (GR-DVX709)/Approx. 3.8 W (GR-DVX509/400) LCD ...
EN 93 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 93 Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. For ConnectorsAV Video output : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω , analogue Video input (GR-DVX709 only) : 0.8 V (p-p) – 1.2...
94 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 94 INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 3 2 4 OFF PLA Y A M 1 56 7 8 0 q w e r t 9 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 94 Saturday, February 23, 2002 6:15 PM
EN 95 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 95 Controls a •Power Zoom Ring [T/W] .................... 墌 pg. 20 •Speaker Volume Control .................... 墌 pg. 22 b Recording Start/Stop Button ................ 墌 pg. 19 c Power Switch [ A , M , P , OFF].......... 墌 pg. 14 d Lock Button .......
96 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 96 INDEX Indications Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only a Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( 墌 pg. 40, 41) b Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( 墌 pg. 46) c Tape Running Indicator ( 墌 pg. 19) (Rotates ...
98 EN Master Page: Left GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 98 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording a Operation Mode ( 墌 pg. 14) b • : Night-Scope Indicator ( 墌 pg. 53) (Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.) • : Gain Up Mode ( 墌 pg. 45) (Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “...
EN 99 Master Page: Right GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 99 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback a Sound Mode Indicator ( 墌 pg. 51) b Blank Search Indicator ( 墌 pg. 23) c Tape Speed ( 墌 pg. 44) d • U : Playback • 5 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search • 3 : Rewind/Shuttle Search • 9 : Pause ...
102 EN Master Page: Left-Heading0 GR-DVX709SH_80-103.fm Page 102 TERMS A AC Adapter ...................................................10, 11Audio Dubbing ...................................................70Auto Focus ..........................................................55Auto Playback Of Imag...
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