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GR-D720EK
GR-D740EK
LYT1679-001
A
EN
TERMS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained in the pages, 3 – 6 to ensure
safe use of this product.
INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GETTING STARTED
8
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
18
ADVANCED FEATURES
24
REFERENCES
35
To deactivate the demonstration,
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.
(墌 pg. 24, 27)
Back cover
2 EN
Wipe/Fader Effects
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make
pro-style scene transitions. (墌 pg. 31)
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. (墌 pg. 32)
Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the button brightens the
image darkened by backlight. (墌 pg. 30)
Data Battery
You can check the battery status by simply
pressing the DATA button. (墌 pg. 14)
Auto Button
You can change the recording mode between
manual setting to the standard mode setting
of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO
button. (墌 pg. 20)
Major Features of this Camcorder
Fade in
Fade out
MAX TIMELEVEL
LCD
110min
FINDER
135min
100%
50
0
BATTERY CONDITION
EN 3
● Before recording important video, be sure to
make a trial recording.
Play back your trial recording to make sure the
video and audio have been recorded properly.
● We recommend cleaning your video heads
before use.
If you haven’t used your
camcorder for awhile, the
heads may be dirty. We
recommend periodically
cleaning the video heads with
a cleaning cassette
(optional).
● Be sure to store your cassette tapes and
camcorder in the proper environment.
Video heads can become dirty more easily if your
cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a
dusty area. Cassette tapes should be removed
from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases.
Store the camcorder in a bag or other container.
● Use SP (Standard) mode for important video
recordings.
LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more
video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may
experience mosaic-like noise during playback
depending on the tape characteristics and the
usage environment.
So, for important recordings, we recommend using
SP mode.
● For safety and reliability.
It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries
and accessories are used in this camcorder.
● This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate only
with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC
BN-VF808U/BN-VF815U/BN-VF823U battery
packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can
cause damage to the internal charging
circuitry.
● Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini
DV mark .
● Remember that this camcorder is not
compatible with other digital video formats.
● It is recommended that you use JVC brand
cassette tapes.
Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of
commercially available cassette tapes complying
with the MiniDV standard, but JVC brand cassette
tapes are designed and optimised to maximised
the performance of your camcorder.
● Remember that this camcorder is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission is
prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a
show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand).
● DO NOT leave the unit
- in place of over 50°C.
- in place where humidity is extremely low (below
35%) or extremely high (80%).
- in direct sunlight.
- in a closed car in summer.
- near a heater.
● The LCD monitor is made with high-precision
technology. However, black spots or bright spots
of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly
on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded
on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the
unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%).
● Do not leave the battery pack attached when
the camcorder is not in use and check the unit
regularly whether it is working or not.
Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 36 - 38.
READ THIS FIRST !
4 EN
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power
points in your home or the cable is too short to
reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate
safety approved extension lead or consult your
dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an
identical approved type, as originally fitted,
and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
If these colours do not correspond with the
terminal identifications of your plug, connect as
follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or
coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured
Red.
If in doubt - consult a competent electrician.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
● When you are not using the AC Adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric
shock or damage to
the unit, first firmly
insert the small end
of the power cord into
the AC Adapter until it
is no longer wobbly,
and then plug the
larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Blue to N (Neutral)
or Black
Brown to L (Live)
or Red
CAUTIONS:
● This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and LCD
monitor/viewfinder playback are possible
anywhere.
● This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate only
with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC
BN-VF808U/BN-VF815U/BN-VF823U battery
packs and, to recharge them or to supply power
to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the
provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different designs of
AC outlets in different countries.)
NOTES:
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
● The rating information and safety caution of the
AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
WAR N ING :
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on
both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able
to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
EN 5
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into
the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as
lead to the malfunctioning 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 user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach
and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the
camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the
cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate
the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible
to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage
to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
[European Union]
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as
general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper
treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help
prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more information
about collection point and recycling of this product, please contact your local municipal office,
your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to
obtain information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national
legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic
equipment.
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
Dear Customer, [European Union]
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European
directives and standards regarding electromagnetic
compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company of Japan
Limited is:
JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 52
61145 Friedberg
Germany
6 EN
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE
OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and
manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment,
care must be taken if you are to obtain the
best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including
the mains plug, extension leads and
interconnections between pieces of equipment) are
properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw
the mains plug when making or changing
connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt
about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on
equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are
in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family knows how to do
this. Special arrangements may need to be made
for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or
radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch
television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as
such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life
of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs
with wood screws - to ensure complete safety
always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs
with the fixings provided according to the
instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
● NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in
the case - this could result in a fatal electrical
shock;
● NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe
than sorry!
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 clean the LCD monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
To clean the lens
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
To clean the viewfinder lens
Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower
brush.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as
benzine or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
● To clean the viewfinder, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.
(墌 pg. 3)
Cleaning The Camcorder
USE CLEANING CASSETTE
USER MAINTENANCE
EN
7
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED 8
Index................................................................. 8
Regarding This Manual................................... 11
Provided Accessories..................................... 11
Grip Adjustment.............................................. 12
Power.............................................................. 13
Language Settings..........................................15
Date/Time Settings.........................................15
Viewfinder Adjustment.................................... 15
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display........... 15
Tripod Mounting..............................................16
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....................... 16
16:9 Wide Mode.............................................. 17
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18
VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 18
Basic Recording.............................................. 18
Tape Remaining Time ................................ 18
Quick Review.............................................. 18
Zooming...................................................... 19
Journalistic Shooting .................................. 19
Interface Shooting ...................................... 19
Time Code..................................................20
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...... 20
Auto/Manual Mode ..................................... 20
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 21
Normal Playback............................................. 21
Still Playback .............................................. 21
Variable Shuttle Search.............................. 21
Blank Search .............................................. 22
Playback Snapshot..................................... 22
Connections To A TV Or VCR........................ 22
ADVANCED FEATURES 24
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.................. 24
Changing The Menu Settings......................... 24
Recording Menus............................................ 25
Playback Menus ............................................. 27
FEATURES FOR RECORDING............................... 29
Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape)......... 29
Manual Focus .................................................29
Exposure Control............................................ 29
Iris Lock .......................................................... 30
Backlight Compensation................................. 30
Spot Exposure Control.................................... 30
White Balance Adjustment.............................. 31
Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 31
Wipe Or Fader Effects.................................... 31
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects........32
EDITING............................................................ 33
Dubbing To A VCR ......................................... 33
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing).............. 33
Connection To A Personal Computer............. 34
REFERENCES 35
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................... 35
CAUTIONS ........................................................ 36
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 39
TERMS Back cover
8 EN
GETTING STARTED
Index
BATT.
1
6
24
27
P
26
30
18
19
20
23
Q
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31
3
28
29
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5
21
22
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NOTES:
● The image will not appear
simultaneously on the LCD monitor and
the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is
pulled out while the LCD monitor is
opened, you can select which one to
use. Set
“PRIORITY” to the desired
mode in
SYSTEM Menu. (墌 pg. 27)
● Coloured bright spots may appear all
over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
However, this is not a malfunction.
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
Power-linked operation
When the power switch is set to “REC”, you
can also turn the camcorder on/off by
opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling
out/pushing in the viewfinder.
How to open the LCD monitor
Pull on the end a of the LCD monitor.
* For GR-D740EK only
EN 9
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Controls
a : Left / Rewind [
3
] (墌 pg. 21) / Quick
Review [QUICK REVIEW] (墌 pg. 18)
: Right / Fast-Forward [
5
] (墌 pg. 21)
: Up/Play/Pause [4/9] (墌 pg. 21) /
Manual Focus [FOCUS] (墌 pg. 29)
: Down / Stop [8] (墌 pg. 21) / Backlight
Compensation (墌 pg. 30) /
Spot Exposure (墌 pg. 30)
Press down: SET
B 16:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] (墌 pg. 17)
Blank Search [BLANK] (墌 pg. 22)
C Menu Button [MENU] (墌 pg. 24)
D Data Battery Button [DATA] (墌 pg. 14)
E Auto Button [AUTO] (墌 pg. 20)
F Dioptre Adjustment Control (墌 pg. 15)
G Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] (墌 pg. 29)
H Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (墌 pg. 19)
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]
(墌 pg. 21)
I Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP]
(墌 pg. 18)
J Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF]
K Lock Button
L Battery Release Button [BATT.] (墌 pg. 13)
M Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]
(墌 pg. 16)
Connectors
N Digital Video Connector [DV OUT] (i.LINK*)
(墌 pg. 33, 34)
* i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.LINK
standard.
O S-Video Output Connector [S] (墌 pg. 22)
(For GR-D740EK only)
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
P DC Input Connector [DC] (墌 pg. 13)
Q Audio/Video Output Connector
[AV] (墌 pg. 22, 33)
Indicators
R POWER/CHARGE Lamp (墌 pg. 13)
Other Parts
S LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 8)
T Viewfinder (墌 pg. 15)
U Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 13)
V Shoulder Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 12)
W Grip Strap (墌 pg. 12)
X Speaker (墌 pg. 21)
Y Lens
Z Camera Sensor
(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.)
a Stereo Microphone
b Stud Hole (墌 pg. 16)
c Tripod Mounting Socket (墌 pg. 16)
d Cassette Holder Cover (墌 pg. 16)
e Connector Cover
Power Switch Position
REC:
To perform recording on the tape.
OFF:
To switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
To play back a recording on the tape.
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GETTING STARTED
10 EN
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Video Recording
a Battery Remaining Power Indicator
(墌 pg. 36)
B Operation Mode
A : Auto Mode
M : Manual Mode
C : Night Indicator (墌 pg. 32)
: Gain Up Mode (墌 pg. 25)
D Shutter Speed (墌 pg. 32)
E White Balance Indicator (墌 pg. 31)
F Selected Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 32)
G Selected Program AE Indicator (墌 pg. 32)
H SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator
(墌 pg. 26) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds
after turning on the camcorder.)
I Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) (墌 pg. 25)
(only indicator is displayed)
J Time Code (墌 pg. 26)
K Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(墌 pg. 29)
L Date/Time (墌 pg. 26)
M Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 25)
N Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator
(墌 pg. 31)
O : Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(墌 pg. 30)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(墌 pg. 30)
±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 29)
: Iris Lock Indicator (墌 pg. 30)
P PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)
REC: (Appears during recording.)
Q Tape Running Indicator
(Rotates while tape is running.)
R Tape Remaining Time (墌 pg. 18)
S Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (墌 pg. 25)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
T Selected Wide Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 18)
(only 16:9 indicator is displayed)
U Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 19)
V Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 19)
During Video Playback
a Battery Remaining Power Indicator
(墌 pg. 36)
B Sound L/R Indicator (墌 pg. 27)
C Blank Search Indicator (墌 pg. 22)
D Tape Speed (SP/LP)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
E Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3,
x3 and x10 (墌 pg. 21)
F 4: Playback
5
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
3
: Rewind/Shuttle Search
9: Pause
G Date/Time (墌 pg. 28)
H VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (墌 pg. 21)
I Time Code (墌 pg. 28)
3
10
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M
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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LP
BLANK SEARCH
PUSH "STOP" BUTTON
TO CANCEL
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LP
BLANK SEARCH
PUSH "STOP" BUTTON
TO CANCEL
EN 11
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Control Lever
.
There are two kinds of operation using the
control lever: moving the lever towards up/down/
left/right, or pressing down the lever.
They are described and illustrated as shown
below.
1. Move the control lever up/down/left/right
(///) to select.
2. Press down the control lever to select SET.
NOTES:
● In order to maintain optimum performance of the
camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core
filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be
connected to the camcorder.
● Make sure to use the provided cables for
connections. Do not use any other cables.
Regarding This Manual
Operation To select
4/9 FOCUS Move the control lever up.
8 Move the control lever
down.
5
Move the control lever right.
3
QUICK
REVIEW
Move the control lever left.
MENU
16:9 / BLANK
LCD Monitor
Control lever
Select
SET
Provided Accessories
Shoulder Strap
(墌
pg. 12)
Lens Cap
(墌
pg. 12)
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
AC Adapter
AP-V14E
Audio/Video Cable
(Ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
or
Power Cord
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
GETTING STARTED
12 EN
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.
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap
1 Peel off the pad
and thread the end
of the strap through
the eyelet.
2 Thread the strap
through the buckle,
adjust its length, and
use the strap guide
to fix it in place.
3 Position the
buckle near the
eyelet and reattach
the pad.
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
● Before making the adjustment, remove any
security tags that may be attached to the velcro.
Place here
during shooting
Eyelet
Strap Guide
Buckle
Grip Adjustment
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