Page 2 - Simply pressing the; Data Battery; Major Features of this Camcorder
2 EN MasterPage: Left Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( 墌 pg. 41) Program AE with Special Effects For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. ( 墌 pg. 42) LED Light Y...
Page 3 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Caution on Replaceable lithium battery; CAUTION
EN 3 MasterPage: Start_Right SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. ...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4 EN MasterPage: Left IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6. Clean only with dry cloth.7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manu...
Page 5 - CONTENTS; Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A
MasterPage: TOC_Heading0_Right EN 5 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 6 Index ................................................................. 6Provided Accessories ..................................... 11Power.............................................................. 13Operation Mode .....................
Page 6 - GETTING STARTED; Index; B C
6 EN MasterPage: Left GETTING STARTED Index 1 W B C G Y D E 9 J L K M N T X 8 P Q R S F a Z b c d e h f i j O g U V GR-D290_270US.book Page 6 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM
Page 7 - GETTING; Controls
EN 7 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED Controls A Stop Button [ 8 ] ( 墌 pg. 20) Index Button [INDEX] ( 墌 pg. 27) Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] ( 墌 pg. 40) B Play/Pause Button [ 4 / 9 ] ( 墌 pg. 20) Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( 墌 pg. 38) C Rewind Button [ 3 ] ( 墌 ...
Page 8 - LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications; During Video Recording Only; SOUND 1 2 B I T
GETTING STARTED 8 EN MasterPage: Left LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only a Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( 墌 pg. 41) B Tape Running Indicator ( 墌 pg. 18) (Rotates while tape is running.) C Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( 墌 pg. 33) D : Live Slow Indicator ( 墌 pg. 37)...
Page 9 - During Video Playback; B I T; BLANK SEARCH; BR I GH T
EN 9 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED H Approximate Zoom Ratio ( 墌 pg. 19) I Zoom Indicator ( 墌 pg. 19) J O : (Appears when taking Snapshot.) ( 墌 pg. 25, 38) SLOW : (Appears when using Live Slow.) ( 墌 pg. 37) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) ( 墌 pg. 16...
Page 10 - Before Using This Camcorder
GETTING STARTED 10 EN MasterPage: Left Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . Make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes ...
Page 11 - How To Attach The Lens Cap; Provided Accessories
EN 11 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED a AC Adapter AP-V16U or AP-V14U b Battery Pack BN-VF707U c Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) d USB Cable e Core Filter (for USB cable, 墌 pg. 12 for attachment) f CD-ROM g Remote Control Unit RM-V720U (GR-D290 only) h Lithiu...
Page 12 - How To Attach The Core Filter; Release the stoppers on both ends of the
GETTING STARTED 12 EN MasterPage: Left How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. 2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm (1-3/16") of cable between the c...
Page 13 - Charging The Battery Pack; To detach the battery pack; Using The Battery Pack; Maximum continuous recording time; Power
EN 13 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED 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 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. 2 With the arrow on...
Page 14 - Data Battery System; DATA; Using AC Power; Operation Mode; Power Switch Position
GETTING STARTED 14 EN MasterPage: Left NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LED Light is used. ● Before extended use...
Page 15 - Power-Linked Operation; Language Settings
EN 15 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to “ A ” or “ M ”, you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder. INFORMATION: The following explanations in this m...
Page 16 - Viewfinder Adjustment; Tripod Mounting
GETTING STARTED 16 EN MasterPage: Left 1 Set the Power Switch to “ A ” or “ M ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability. 3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Contro...
Page 17 - Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it; To protect valuable recordings; Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.; To load a memory card; , firmly insert it with; To unload a memory card; Close the card cover.
EN 17 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED ● When the battery pack’s charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing. 3 Close the cassette holder cover ...
Page 18 - VIDEO RECORDING; Approximate recording time; Tape Remaining Time; While using the LCD monitor:; Basic Recording
18 EN MasterPage: Left VIDEO RECORDING NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power ( 墌 pg. 13) ● Loading A Cassette ( 墌 pg. 16) 1 Remove the lens cap. ( 墌 pg. 11) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “ A ” or “ M ...
Page 19 - DEO R; Zooming; Zoom In; Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.; Zoom Out; Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.; Journalistic Shooting
EN 19 VIDEO RECORDING MasterPage: Start_Right VI DEO R E CO RD ING & PLA YBACK Zooming Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”. ● The further you slide the ...
Page 20 - Quick Review; To control the speaker volume; Still Playback; Normal Playback; VIDEO PLAYBACK
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right 20 EN NOTES: ● The time code cannot be reset. ● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. ● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON”. ( 墌 pg. 34) Quick Review Enables to check the end of the last rec...
Page 21 - Shuttle Search; Blank Search
EN 21 VIDEO PLAYBACK MasterPage: Start_Right VI DEO R E CO RD ING & PLA YBACK Shuttle Search Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, or 3 for reverse search. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4 / 9 . ● During playback,...
Page 22 - If using a VCR; Connections To A TV Or VCR
VIDEO PLAYBACK 22 EN MasterPage: Left A Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors.) B Red to AUDIO R IN* C White to AUDIO L IN* * Not required for watching still images only. 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the...
Page 23 - Installing The Battery; SNAPSHOT
EN 23 VIDEO PLAYBACK MasterPage: Start_Right VI DEO R E CO RD ING & PLA YBACK 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 functions...
Page 24 - Playback Zoom
VIDEO PLAYBACK 24 EN MasterPage: Left . Slow-Motion Playback During normal video playback, press SLOW ( Y I or I U ) more than approx. 2 seconds. ● After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback resumes. ● To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE ( 9 ). ● To stop Slow-Motion playback, press PLAY ( U )....
Page 25 - Interval Shooting
EN 25 MasterPage: Start_Right D IGIT A L STILL CAMER A (D.S .C.) R E CO RD ING & PLA Y BACK D.S.C. RECORDING You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Powe...
Page 26 - To cancel Interval Shooting mode; Normal Playback Of Images
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right 26 EN To cancel Interval Shooting mode Set “INT.SHOT” to “OFF” in step 1 . NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( 墌 pg. 13, 14) ● To distinguish between still images taken in Interval Shooting mode and othe...
Page 27 - Auto Playback Of Images; Removing On-Screen Display
EN 27 D.S.C. PLAYBACK MasterPage: Start_Right D IGIT A L STILL CAMER A (D.S .C.) R E CO RD ING & PLA Y BACK You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( 墌 pg. 26). 2 Press 4 / 9 to start Auto Playback. ● If you pre...
Page 29 - Deleting Files
EN 29 ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. MasterPage: Start_Right D IGIT A L STILL CAMER A (D.S .C.) R E CO RD ING & PLA Y BACK To Remove Protection Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 3 in “Protecting Files”. To remove protection from the currently displayed file 4 Press + or – to select “...
Page 30 - To Reset The Number Of Prints; Initializing A Memory Card
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 30 EN MasterPage: Left 5 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press MENU . The normal playback screen appears. ● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Prin...
Page 31 - MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT; Menus without Sub Menus; Changing The Menu Settings
EN 31 MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES 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. 32 – 36) 1 For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: ● Set the VIDEO/MEMORY ...
Page 32 - CAMERA; Recording Menus; REC MODE
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 32 EN MasterPage: Left CAMERA The “ m CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “ A ” and “ M ”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “ M ”. [ ] = Factory-preset [SP] : To record in the SP (Standard Pla...
Page 33 - AD; SYSTEM
EN 33 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES [OFF] : Disables 5-Second Recording. 5S : Enables 5-Second Recording. ( 墌 pg. 37) Anim. : Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can reco...
Page 34 - CAMERA DISPLAY; DSC
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 34 EN MasterPage: Left [LCD] : The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER : The image is displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. EXECUTE : Res...
Page 35 - VIDEO; REC SELECT; Playback Menus; SOUND MODE
EN 35 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES [ (TAPE)] : When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape. / (TAPE/CARD) : When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/ MEM...
Page 36 - Each setting is linked with “; VIDEO DISPLAY; The “; BLANK SRCH
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 36 EN MasterPage: Left 墌 pg. 21, “Blank Search” SYSTEM Each setting is linked with “ s SYSTEM”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “ M ”. ( 墌 pg. 31) ● The parameters are the same as in the description on page 33. VIDEO DISPLAY The “ n ” (VIDEO DISPLAY) setti...
Page 37 - FEATURES FOR RECORDING
EN 37 MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES FEATURES FOR RECORDING LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting. 1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF : Turns off the light. ON : The light is on always. ( appear...
Page 38 - Motor Drive Mode; Manual Focus
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 38 EN MasterPage: Left 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 Switch to “ M ”. 2 Press NIGHT so that t...
Page 39 - Exposure Control
EN 39 FEATURES FOR RECORDING MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES 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...
Page 40 - Backlight Compensation
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 40 EN MasterPage: Left Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly.With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ M ”. 2 Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight Compensati...
Page 41 - Manual White Balance Adjustment
EN 41 FEATURES FOR RECORDING MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ M ”. 2 Select “MWB” in “ u W.BALANCE” menu. ( 墌 pg. 31) ● The indication blinks slowly. 3 Hold a sheet of plai...
Page 42 - PROGRAM AE; Program AE With Special Effects
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 42 EN MasterPage: Left 1 Set the Power Switch to “ M ”. 2 Set “ r ” to the desired mode. ( 墌 pg. 31) ● The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. ● The selected effect indicator appears. To deactivate the selected effect Select “OFF” in step 2 . The e...
Page 43 - EDITING; To use this camcorder as a player; Dubbing To A VCR
EN 43 MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F E A T UR ES EDITING A Yellow to VIDEO IN B Red to AUDIO R IN C White to AUDIO L IN To use this camcorder as a player 1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. ( 墌 pg. 20) 3 At ...
Page 44 - To use this camcorder as a recorder; DV IN
EDITING 44 EN MasterPage: Left 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 1 Make sure all units are turned ...
Page 45 - It is possible to do the following things:; Connection To A Personal Computer; ” appears on the; ” is displayed on the LCD
EN 45 EDITING MasterPage: Start_Right AD V A N C ED F EA T UR ES [A] Using USB cable It is possible to do the following things: ● Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC. ● Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC. [B] Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still...
Page 47 - TROUBLESHOOTING
EN 47 MasterPage: Start_Right R EFE RE NCES TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Power ● The power is not connected properly. H Connect the AC Adapter securely. ( 墌 pg. 14) ● The battery pack is not attach...
Page 48 - Other problems; The color of Snapshot looks strange.
TROUBLESHOOTING 48 EN MasterPage: Left ● The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. H Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. ( 墌 pg. 25, 38) ● Shooting was performed under backlit ...
Page 49 - EFE; Warning Indications
EN 49 TROUBLESHOOTING MasterPage: Start_Right R EFE RE NCES H Push in the memory card a few more times. ( 墌 pg. 17) ● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is set to “FINDER”. H Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to “LCD”. ( 墌 pg. 18, 31, 34) ● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting i...
Page 50 - Appears if; INSERT; ) on the remote control
TROUBLESHOOTING 50 EN MasterPage: Left Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. ( 墌 pg. 46) ● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. ( 墌 pg. 46)...
Page 51 - Cleaning The Camcorder; USER MAINTENANCE
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right R EFE RE NCES EN 51 The error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. Wh...
Page 52 - CAUTIONS; AC Adapter; USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER; Battery Packs; To avoid hazards; Cassettes; During use; Store cassettes
MasterPage: Heading0_Left 52 EN CAUTIONS AC Adapter When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet...
Page 53 - Memory Cards
EN 53 CAUTIONS MasterPage: Start_Right R EFE RE NCES Memory Cards To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions: ● During use ... make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark. ... make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting. ...
Page 54 - How To Handle A CD-ROM; Serious malfunctioning; Model Number
CAUTIONS 54 EN MasterPage: Left 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 outward from the cent...
Page 55 - SPECIFICATIONS; Camcorder; For General
EN 55 MasterPage: Start_Right REF E R E NC ES SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (3.5 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on)Approx. 4.2 W (4.5 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off)Approx. 6.5 W (Maximum; when cha...
Page 56 - Recording Capacity; TERMS
MasterPage: BackCover EN US Printed in Malaysia1104MKH-ID-VM © 2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited Back cover A AC Adapter .................................................... 14Animation ....................................................... 33Audio Dubbing .........................................
