Page 2 - CONTENTS; None; ADVANCED FEATURES
EN 2 CONTENTS None Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ............. 21 – 22 Making A New Folder ........................................... 22 Initialising A Memory Card ..................................... 22 ADVANCED FEATURES FOR RECORDING ..................................... 23 – 27 Night...
Page 3 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; DO NOT; make any connection to the Larger Terminal; IMPORTANT; Dispose of used battery promptly.
EN 3 None None NOTES: ● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety cautionare on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. ● The rating information and safety caution of the ACAdapter are on its upper and lower sides. WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAINO...
Page 4 - SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
EN 4 None Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to themalfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the ...
Page 5 - Make sure the arrow (; or
EN 5 NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more corefilter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. Audio/Video Cable(ø3.5 mini-plug toRCA plug) Shoulder St...
Page 6 - AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION; Sub Menu; HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER; Take care not to damage the cable.
EN 6 Automatic Demonstration takes place when“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). 䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation forabout 3 minutes after the Power Switch u is set to “ ” or “ ” and no cassette is in the camcorder. 䡲 Performing any operation during the demonstrat...
Page 7 - Power; To Detach The Battery Pack:; USING THE BATTERY PACK; Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.; USING AC POWER; GETTING STARTED; Battery pack; ATTENTION; During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.; Approximate recording time
EN 7 u t # W Battery pack BN-V408U BN-V416U (optional) BN-V428U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. approx. 5 hrs. Power CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery packmount # , then sli...
Page 8 - Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.; About Batteries; The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries; ” or “
EN 8 Grip Adjustment 1 Separate the Velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button e and Power Switch u and Power Zoom Lever & . Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to yo...
Page 9 - CAUTION; Loading/Unloading A Cassette; To Protect Valuable Recordings:
EN 9 E Shoulder Strap Attachment 1 Thread the strap through the eyelet r , then fold it back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat theprocedure to attach the other end of the strap to theother eyelet r located under the Grip Strap. Confirm the strap is not twisted. Tripod Mounting CAUTION When at...
Page 10 - wheel; Recording Mode Setting
EN 10 ● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Donot apply force. ● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holdercover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force. ● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder doesnot open, close the cassette holder cover and t...
Page 11 - Loading A Memory Card; MEMORY CARD; Picture Quality/Image Size Setting; Memory card; Display
EN 11 u t % y Loading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in thecamcorder when you receive the camcorder. 1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. 2 Pull on bottom end Q of LCD monitor to open, then open the card cover ( MEMORY CARD ) p . 3 Insert the memory card clipped edge...
Page 12 - During shooting; Basic Recording; Shooting while using the LCD monitor:; To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display; VOLUME; To turn the tally lamp; When the Recording Start/Stop button
EN 12 OFF (CHARGE) PLAY e % y u t 4 180 ° 90 ° Q 2 0 5m h 1 h 3 0 m 1 h 2 9 m 0 h 0 3 m 1 h 3 0 m 0 h 0 2 m (Blinking) 0 h 0 1 m (Blinking) 0 h 0 0 m (Blinking) ( ) Now calculating During shooting Basic Recording Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( 墌 pg. 7) ● Grip Adjust...
Page 13 - Journalistic Shooting; Zoom In; Power-Linked Operation
EN 13 TAPE RECORDING Power Switch Position : Allows you to set various recording functions using theMenus. If you want more creative capabilities than FullAuto recording, try this mode. (Full Auto): Allows you to record using NO special effects or manualadjustments. Suitable for standard recording. ...
Page 14 - TAPE RECORDING; Time Code; RECORDING FROM THE MIDDLE OF A TAPE; The time code cannot be reset.; Normal Playback; To Control The Speaker Volume:; TAPE PLAYBACK
EN 14 TAPE RECORDING Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape.This code is to confirm the location of the recordedscene on the tape during playback.If recording starts from a blank portion, the time codebegins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).If recording starts ...
Page 15 - Blank Search; BLANK SEARCH; Speaker
EN 15 65 78 % 4 u TAPE PLAYBACK Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in themiddle of a tape to avoid time code interruption( 墌 pg. 14). 1 Load a tape ( 墌 pg. 9). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch u to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock But...
Page 16 - Connections; DISPLAY; connectors
EN 16 ToS-VIDEO q To AV ( Audio/Videocable(provided) S-Video cable(optional) Connectorcover * * When connecting the cables, open this cover. ** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. *** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. VCR TV TAPE PLAYBACK Connections 1 Make sure ...
Page 17 - SNAPSHOT
EN 17 5 1 1024 ^ u y 4 MEMORY CARD RECORDING Basic Shooting (Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera fortaking snapshots. Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( 墌 pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8) ● Loading A Memor...
Page 18 - Pressing; INFO; gives you details on the displayed file
EN 18 Normal Playback 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 11). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to “MEMORY”, then set the Power Switch u to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button y . • A stored file is displayed. 3 Press 3 8 to display the next image, or press 2 6 to display the previous image. To Magni...
Page 19 - MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK; Auto Playback; INDEX; Viewing File Information; Battery indicator; Removing On-Screen Display; Info Screen
EN 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 OFF (CHARGE) PLAY 65 78 &% 4 ! 0 u y MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK Auto Playback You can run through all the images stored on memoryautomatically. 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” ( 墌 pg. 18). 2 Press 4 / 6 7 . • If you press 2 6 during Auto Playback, images are displa...
Page 20 - Protecting Files; If the “; TO REMOVE PROTECTION; Deleting Files; “Protecting Files”) cannot be deleted
EN 20 MENU D I S P L AY END BR I GH T PROT EC T DE L E T E DPOF NO . RE S E T FORMA T Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasureof files. 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 11). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to “MEMORY”, then set the Power Switch u to “PLAY” while pressing do...
Page 21 - Setting Print Information; Continued on next page.
EN 21 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memorycard. 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 11) and cassette ( 墌 pg. 9). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch u to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button y . 3...
Page 22 - Initialising A Memory Card; Folder and File names; Making A New Folder
EN 22 Initialising A Memory Card You can initialise a memory card anytime. After initialising, all files and data stored on thememory card, including those which have beenprotected, are cleared. 1 Perform step 1 of “Making A New Folder”. 2 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. The Menu Screen appears. R...
Page 23 - Programme AE With Special Effects
EN 23 Night-Scope 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 isstrobing due to the slow shutter speed. 1 Set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the sw...
Page 25 - FOR RECORDING; SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION; Auto Focus
EN 25 FOR RECORDING Snapshot (For Tape Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look likephotographs onto a tape. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. Open ...
Page 26 - Manual Focus; Exposure Control; Focus detection zone
EN 26 FOR RECORDING Manual Focus To obtain correct focus. 1 If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments( 墌 pg. 8). 2 Set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch, then press FOCUS * ( 墌 pgs. 48 and 49...
Page 27 - In step; White Balance Adjustment
EN 27 Iris Lock Use this function in the following situations: • When shooting a moving subject.• When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), suchas when the subject is backing away. • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as a...
Page 29 - MANUAL; • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
EN 29 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ON I S D – RE T URN OF F I ND CU T W – OF F I DE MODE W – OF F E L E MACRO T – N A M UA L SNAP MODE Refer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” ( 墌 pg. 25). GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]: The overall a...
Page 30 - SYSTEM
EN 30 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ME LODY E E P B – RE T URN AM RE S E T C L CD R I OR I T Y P – ON EMO MODE D – ON EMOT E R – ON A L L Y T – S Y S T EM SYSTEM “ SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch u is set to “ ” are also applied when the Power Switch u is set to “PLAY” ( ...
Page 31 - For Playback Menu
EN 31 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT TIME CODE [OFF]: Time code is not displayed. ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayedduring recording. CLOCK ADJ. Allows you to set the current date and time ( 墌 pg. 10). DSC QUALITY , IMAGE SIZE Re...
Page 32 - USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT; Frames; VIDEO DISPLAY; ON SCREEN; Playback Sound; SOUND MODE; • You can also use the provided remote control’s; AUDIO; button
EN 32 1 2 1 2 : 3 4 : 2 4 0 3 0 . 2 1 3 : 7 1 . 5 2 b i t / SOUND 1 4 6 L USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ON SCREEN setting:For playback sound,tape speed and taperunning. DATE/TIME setting:For date/time. Display MinutesSeconds Frames * * 25 frames = 1 second TIME CODE setting:For time code. VIDE...
Page 33 - DUBBING; If your VCR has a SCART connector; VCR; Dubbing To Or From A VCR
EN 33 DUBBING Connectorcover * * When connecting the cables, open this cover. ** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.*** If your VCR has a SCART connector To use this camcorder as a player ➝ use the provided cable adapter.To use this camcorder as a recorder (GR-D70 only) ➝ use a commercially a...
Page 34 - Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit; occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.; To DV
EN 34 DUBBING Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from thiscamcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DVconnector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little ifany image or sound deterioration. To Use ...
Page 35 - After; SLOW; is pressed and held, the still; to; Playback Special Effects; Press T; SLOW
EN 35 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Slow-Motion Playback To allow slow-speed search in either direction duringtape playback. 1 To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press SLOW ( 9 ) I or ( 0 ) h more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 secondswith an 80-minute casset...
Page 36 - Audio Dubbing; “AUX” appears instead of “MIC”.; Insert Editing; Programme AE with special effects (
EN 36 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recordedin the 12-bit mode ( 墌 pg. 28). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on ablank portion of a tape. ● To perform Audio Dubbing...
Page 37 - If the VCR’s power does not come on in step; MAKE CONNECTIONS; on the remote control to turn
EN 37 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 3 4 09 25 1 8 7 6 5 4 ^ VCR(Recording deck) IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRsand those of many other makers, it may not workwith yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: ● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1 , try another code fr...
Page 38 - SELECT SCENES
EN 38 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT !@ 9 4 ) r# ● Make sure to set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the MenuScreen (GR-D70 only, 墌 pg. 31). ● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter asrequired:Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS : When ...
Page 39 - USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT; DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING; AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR; For More Accurate Editing
EN 39 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING 1 Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor andpress R.A.EDIT ON/OFF r . The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears. 2 Perform Random Assemble Editing on Programme 1 only. In o...
Page 40 - SYSTEM CONNECTIONS; OR; Core filter; Connection To A Personal Computer; It is possible to do the following things:; Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC.
EN 40 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS “ACCESSING FILES” appears on the LCD monitorwhile the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or thecamcorder is transferring a file to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while“ACCESSING FILES” is displayed on the LCDmonitor since this can result in product damage. To DV @...
Page 42 - TROUBLESHOOTING; White Balance cannot be activated.
EN 42 TROUBLESHOOTING The Black & White Fader does not work. • The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated. ¥ Turn off Sepia and Monotone ( 墌 pg. 23). The image looks like the shutter speed is tooslow. • When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to “...
Page 44 - Battery Packs; modify or disassemble.; Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.; Cassettes; tape to fingerprints and dust.; Memory Cards
EN 44 CAUTIONS Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is alithium-ion battery. Before usingthe supplied battery pack or anoptional battery pack, be sure toread the following cautions: 1. To avoid hazards . . . ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the...
Page 45 - How to handle a CD-ROM; Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD; Main Unit
EN 45 CAUTIONS 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . . ... allow it to become wet.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transpor tation. ... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. ... expose the lens to di...
Page 46 - For Your Maintenance; RELEASE; ) Cleaning The Camcorder; Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
EN 46 CAUTIONS Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unitimmediately and consult your local JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlleddevice. External noise and interference (from a TV,a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioningproperly. In such cases, fir...
Page 48 - Controls, Connectors And Indicators; p Q; Viewfinder
EN 48 INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators OFF (CHARGE) PLAY 9 0 2 3 4 6 w e 5 T W 2 3 1 p Q i o W E 4 9 5 6 7 8 $ # @ ! 0 % ^ ( q ) & * e r t y u w R T O Y P I ; j h U a s g f l A S d k Viewfinder Speaker LCD monitor Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. Remote Control Ster...
Page 49 - • Remote Sensor; The connectors; * Functions the same as each corresponding button on
EN 49 INDEX 1 • Remote Sensor The transmitted beam’s approximate effectivedistance for indoor use is 5m.The transmitted beam may not be effective or maycause incorrect operation outdoors or when theremote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight orpowerful lighting. • Camera Sensor Be careful not to c...
Page 50 - LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
EN 50 INDEX LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications C E R SOUND b i t 2 1 1 5 : 5 5 6 w 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 9 8 7 1h50m ! 5 1 1024 @ # $ % ^ 4 3 0 3 : 7 1 0 x W T 2 5 . 1 2 . 0 3 PHOTO BR I GH T r e t y o i u & * ()qw 6 w 1 2 / 1 b i SOUND B L ANK S EARCH VOL UME t 1 1 6 : 2 1 : 2 4 6 4 L p E W Q Y R T u 0...
Page 52 - WARNING INDICATIONS
EN 52 INDEX WARNING INDICATIONS (high) (exhausted) Displays the battery remaining power level. As thebattery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. ( 墌 pg. 9) ...
Page 53 - Appears if a file in another format is selected.; CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH; • Appears when you attempt to record on a SD Memory
EN 53 CARD ERROR! Appears when the camcorder does not recognize theloaded memory card. Remove the memory card onceand insert it again. Repeat these procedures until noindication appears. If the indication still appears, thememory card is corrupted. UNSUPPORTED FILE! Appears if a file in another form...
Page 54 - Tab; Using The Optional RM-V717U
EN 54 + – + – 1 2 3 AAA (R03)Battery x 2 Tab Using The Optional RM-V717U Remote Control Unit The RM-V717U remote control unit is provided with theoptional Remote Control kit RM-V717KITU, that alsocontains the Editing Cable required for RandomAssemble Editing ( 墌 pg. 38). 1 Infrared Beam Transmitting...
Page 55 - TERMS
EN 55 G Gain Up .......................................................... 墌 pg. 29 Grip Adjustment ............................................... 墌 pg. 8 I Icons ...................................................... 墌 pg. 28 – 32 Index Playback ............................................... 墌 pg...
Page 56 - See previous page as well.; COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
R Random Assemble Editing ..................... 墌 pg. 37 – 39 Record-Standby ............................................. 墌 pg. 12 Recording Mode ............................................. 墌 pg. 10 Remote Control .......................................... 墌 pg. 5, 35 Reset .........................
