Page 3 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; 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 - Before Using This Camcorder
EN 5 MasterPage: Start_Right 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 marked “ ”...
Page 6 - Simply pressing the; BACKLIGHT; button; DATA; Major Features of this Camcorder; MA NUAL
6 EN MasterPage: Left Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 37) Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. ( pg. 38) LED Lig...
Page 7 - CONTENTS; GETTING STARTED
MasterPage: TOC_Heading0_Right EN 7 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 Index ................................................................. 8Provided Accessories ..................................... 12Power ............................................................. 13Operation Mode .....................
Page 8 - Index
8 EN MasterPage: Left GETTING STARTED Index 16:9 GR-D372US_EN.book Page 8 Friday, April 14, 2006 12:28 PM
Page 9 - GETTING ST; Controls
EN 9 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED Controls 1 Rewind Button [ 1 ] ( pg. 21) Left Button [ 1 ] Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] ( pg. 21) 2 Set Button [SET] ( pg. 16) Data Battery Button [DATA] ( pg. 14) 3 Stop Button [ 7 ] ( pg. 21) Down Button [ 4 ] Backlight Compensat...
Page 10 - LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications; During Video Recording Only; SLOW; SOUND 1 2 B I T; PAUSE
GETTING STARTED 10 EN MasterPage: Left LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only 1 Tape Running Indicator ( pg. 19) (Rotates while tape is running.) 2 Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( pg. 33) 3 : Live Slow Indicator ( pg. 33) 4 Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) ( pg. 30) (only LP indic...
Page 11 - During Video Playback; B I T; BLANK SEARCH
EN 11 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED During Video Playback 1 Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( pg. 44) 2 Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 32) 3 Blank Search Indicator ( pg. 22) 4 Tape Speed (SP/LP) ( pg. 32) (only LP indicator is displayed) 5 3 : Playback ¡ : Fast-Forward/Shut...
Page 12 - How To Attach The Lens Cap; Provided Accessories
GETTING STARTED 12 EN MasterPage: Left 1 AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U 2 Battery Pack BN-VF707U 3 Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) 4 USB Cable 5 Core Filter (for USB cable, see the right column for attachment) 6 CD-ROM 7 Shoulder Strap (see the right column for attachment) 8 Lens Cap (...
Page 13 - Charging The Battery Pack; To detach the battery pack; 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 - Using The Battery Pack; Maximum continuous recording time; Data Battery System; Using AC Power
GETTING STARTED 14 EN MasterPage: Left Using The Battery Pack Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. Maximum continuous recording time * Provided NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The L...
Page 15 - AUTO; Power-Linked Operation; Operation Mode; Power Switch Position
EN 15 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED 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 V...
Page 16 - Language Settings; Grip Adjustment
GETTING STARTED 16 EN MasterPage: Left The language on the display can be changed. ( pg. 29, 31) 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 19) 3 Set the recording mode to “ M ”.( pg. 15) 4 Press MENU . The Menu Scre...
Page 17 - Viewfinder Adjustment; Tripod Mounting
EN 17 GETTING STARTED MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING ST AR TED 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” 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 A...
Page 18 - To protect valuable recordings; Loading/Unloading A Cassette
GETTING STARTED 18 EN MasterPage: Left The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 1 Slide 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. ● Do not touch internal components. 2 ...
Page 19 - VIDEO RECORDING; Approximate recording time; Tape Remaining Time; While using the LCD monitor:; Basic Recording
MasterPage: Video_Heading0_Right EN 19 VIDEO RECORDING & PLA YBACK VIDEO RECORDING NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power ( pg. 13) ● Loading A Cassette ( pg. 18) 1 Remove the lens cap. ( pg. 12) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO...
Page 20 - Zooming; Zoom In; Zoom Out; Journalistic Shooting
VIDEO RECORDING 20 EN MasterPage: Left 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 Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom actio...
Page 21 - Quick Review; QUICK REVIEW; Recording From The Middle Of A Tape; To control the speaker volume; Still Playback; Normal Playback; VIDEO PLAYBACK
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right VIDEO RECORDING & PLA YBACK EN 21 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”. ( pg. 32) Quick Review Enables to...
Page 22 - Shuttle Search; Blank Search; BLANK
VIDEO PLAYBACK 22 EN MasterPage: Left Shuttle Search Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press ¡ for forward search, or 1 for reverse search. 2) To resume normal playback, press 6 . ● During playback, press and hold ¡ or 1 . The search continues as...
Page 23 - VIDEO RECORDING & PLA; If using a VCR; Connections To A TV Or VCR
EN 23 VIDEO PLAYBACK MasterPage: Start_Right VIDEO RECORDING & PLA YBACK 1 Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors.) 2 Red to AUDIO R IN* 3 White to AUDIO L IN* * Not required for watching still images only. 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the c...
Page 24 - SNAPSHOT; Approximate Number of Storable Images; Normal Playback Of Images
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right 24 EN 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: ● Power ( pg. 13) ● Loading a Memory Card ( pg. 18) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Ope...
Page 25 - Auto Playback Of Images; Removing On-Screen Display
EN 25 MasterPage: Start_Right DIGIT AL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLA YBACK D.S.C. PLAYBACK You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images”. 2 Press 6 to start Auto Playback. ● If you press 1 during Auto Playback...
Page 26 - To Remove Protection; Resetting The File Name
MasterPage: Heading0_Left 26 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback...
Page 27 - To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each); Deleting Files
EN 27 ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. MasterPage: Start_Right DIGIT AL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLA YBACK Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 24). 2 Press MENU . The Menu Screen appears. 3 ...
Page 28 - To Reset The Number Of Prints; Initializing A Memory Card
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 28 EN MasterPage: Left To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”. ( pg. 27) 2 Press 4 or 3 to select “CURRENT”, and press SET or 2 . The DPOF screen appears. 3 Press 1 or 2 to selec...
Page 29 - MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT; Video Playback Menu; Changing The Menu Settings
EN 29 MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES 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. ( pg. 29 – 32) 1 For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: ● Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to ...
Page 30 - ON; SETTING; Recording Menus
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 30 EN MasterPage: Left FUNCTION The following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”. [ ] = Factory-preset ( pg. 37), “Wipe or Fader Effects” ( pg. 38), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects” ( pg. 38), “Program AE, Effects and Shutte...
Page 31 - ADV; SYSTEM
EN 31 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES OFF : Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC] : The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. AUTO : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject i...
Page 32 - Playback Menus
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 32 EN MasterPage: Left OFF : Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON] : Demonstrates certain functions such as Wipe/Fader and Effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: ● When the Menu Scr...
Page 33 - FEATURES FOR RECORDING; Wide Mode
EN 33 MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES 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. ( appears.) AUTO...
Page 34 - Motor Drive Mode; Manual Focus
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 34 EN MasterPage: Left This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 3 Set the recording mode to “ M ”. ( pg. 15) 4 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to “SNAP”. ( pg. 29, 30) 5 Press S...
Page 35 - Exposure Control
EN 35 FEATURES FOR RECORDING MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES 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 sk...
Page 36 - Backlight Compensation
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 36 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 “REC”. 2 Press BACKLIGHT so that the Backlight Compensatio...
Page 37 - Manual White Balance Adjustment; Wipe Or Fader Effects
EN 37 FEATURES FOR RECORDING MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “ M ”. ( pg. 15) 3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust ...
Page 38 - EFFECT; PROGRAM AE
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 38 EN MasterPage: Left 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “ M ”. ( pg. 15) 3 Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or “SHUTTER” in FUNCTION Menu. ( pg. 29) ● The EFFECT, PROGRAM AE or SHUTTER menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. ● The selected e...
Page 39 - EDITING; To use this camcorder as a player; Dubbing To A VCR
EN 39 MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES EDITING 1 Yellow to VIDEO IN 2 Red to AUDIO R IN 3 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. ( pg. 21) 3 At the point ...
Page 40 - To use this camcorder as a recorder
EDITING 40 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 turne...
Page 41 - Connection To A Personal Computer; OR; ” is displayed on the LCD
EN 41 EDITING MasterPage: Start_Right ADV ANCED FEA TURES [A] Using USB cable It is possible to transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC. [B] Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software, software equipped ...
Page 42 - TROUBLESHOOTING
MasterPage: Heading0_Left 42 EN 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. ➜ Connect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 14) ● The battery pack is not attached firmly. ➜ D...
Page 43 - REFERENCES; Other problems; White Balance cannot be activated.
EN 43 TROUBLESHOOTING MasterPage: Start_Right REFERENCES ● The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. ➜ Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. ( pg. 38) ● When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when “GAIN ...
Page 44 - Warning Indications
TROUBLESHOOTING 44 EN MasterPage: Left Warning Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery remaining power indicator blinks.When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. ● Appears if a tape is load...
Page 46 - USER MAINTENANCE; To clean the exterior; Cleaning The Camcorder
MasterPage: Heading0_Left 46 EN USER MAINTENANCE Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC Adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. To ...
Page 47 - CAUTIONS; AC Adapter; USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER; Battery Packs; To avoid hazards; Cassettes; During use; Store cassettes
EN 47 MasterPage: Start_Right REFERENCES 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 wa...
Page 48 - Memory Cards
CAUTIONS 48 EN MasterPage: Left 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. ● While the memory ca...
Page 49 - How To Handle A CD-ROM; Serious malfunctioning
EN 49 CAUTIONS MasterPage: Start_Right REFERENCES 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 out...
Page 50 - SPECIFICATIONS; Camcorder; For General
MasterPage: Heading0_Left 50 EN SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 2.8 W (3.0 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on)Approx. 3.2 W (3.4 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off)Approx. 6.5 W (Maximum; when charging the batt...
Page 51 - TERMS
EN 51 MasterPage: Start_Right TERMS TERMS A AC Adapter .................................................... 14 B Backlight Compensation ................................ 36Battery Pack ...................................... 13, 14, 47Blank Search ................................................. 22 C...
Page 53 - ENGLISH
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE ENGLISH LYT1520-001A EN
Page 54 - Contents
JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.. .................................................................. 3 Notice for Users ............................................ 5 System Requirements .................................. 6 Software Installation (Windows ® ) .................. 7 Connecting (Windows ®...
Page 55 - GRANT OF LICENSE; LIMITED WARRANTY; LIMITED LIABILITY; IMPORTANT; CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
— 3 — JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT The right to use the Program is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following.Should You not agree to the terms here of, You may not install or use the Program. HOWEVER, INSTALLING OR USING THE PR...
Page 57 - How to handle a CD-ROM; Notice for Users
— 5 — You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our world wide web server at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency ...
Page 58 - OS; Free hard disk space:; Macintosh; System Requirements
— 6 — 䡲 Windows ® The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC and to use Digital Photo Navigator. OS : Windows ® Millennium Edition (Me) (pre-installed), Windows ® 2000 Professional (2000) (pre-installed), Windows ® XP Home Edition (XP) (pre-installed), or Windows ® X...
Page 59 - Digital Photo Navigator 1.5
— 7 — Follow the procedure described below to install the software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.) Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 This application is used to organize still images and convert them into a variety of formats. 1 ...
Page 60 - Connecting the USB cable; To USB connector
— 8 — Connecting the USB cable Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC. 1 To assure safety, make sure all units are turned off before making any connections. 2 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as...
Page 61 - DPOF setting data
— 9 — 1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. 2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The camcorder turns on. 4 Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. (...
Page 63 - Disconnect the USB cable.
— 11 — Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. 1 Confirm that “ ” is not currently displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder. ● If “ ” is currently displayed, wait until it disappears before proceeding. 2 Double-c...
Page 64 - PC
— 12 — Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC. 1 To assure safety, make sure all units are turned off before making any connections. 2 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instea...
Page 65 - Still images
— 13 — 1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. 2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. ( 墌 pg. 12) On the camco...
Page 67 - Digital Photo Navigator
— 15 — Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. 1 Drop the memory card icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon. ● If the confirmation message appears, click [OK]. 2 Confirm that “ ” is not currently displayed on the ...
