Jvc GRD760, GRD770 User Manual
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-D760EK
GR-D770EK
LYT1645-001A
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.
ENGLISH
GETTING STARTED
8
INSTRUCTIONS
RECORDING & PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
To deactivate the demonstration,
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.
(墌 pg. 33, 36)
Back cover
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Major Features of this Camcorder
Wipe/Fader Effects
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make
pro-style scene transitions. (墌 pg. 41)
Fade in
Fade out
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects
For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fastmoving images to be captured one frame at a
time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (墌 pg. 42)
LED Light
You can brighten the subject in the dark place
with the LED Light. (墌 pg. 38)
Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the button brightens the
image darkened by backlight. (墌 pg. 40)
Data Battery
You can check the battery status by simply
pressing the DATA button. (墌 pg. 15)
BATTERY CONDITION
100%
50%
0%
MAX TIME
LCD
FINDER
min
min
Live Slow
You can record and play back precious or
hard-to-see moments at a slow speed. The
sound is recorded and played back in real
time. (墌 pg. 38)
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. 21)
Dual Rec.
You can capture and view still images without
disturbing the recording in progress.
(墌 pg. 21)
16:9
640
min
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READ THIS FIRST !
● 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 a while, 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.
● This camcorder is designed exclusively for the
digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked
and memory cards marked or
● SDHC Memory Card cannot be used with this
camcorder.
● 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 maximise the
performance of your camcorder.
can be used with this unit.
EN 3
● 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 (122°F).
- 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 49 - 50.
● Microsoft
● Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
● QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple
®
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
and Windows® are either registered
Computer, Inc.
Computer, Inc.
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:
Blue to N (Neutral)
or Black
Brown to L (Live)
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.
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.)
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
● Dispose of used battery promptly.
● Keep away from children.
● Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
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 NIN G :
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
EN 5
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.)
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.
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
[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.
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!
USER MAINTENANCE
Cleaning The Camcorder
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.
USE CLEANING CASSETTE
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.
(墌
pg. 3)
GETTING STARTED 8
Index ................................................................. 8
Regarding This Manual................................... 12
Provided Accessories ..................................... 12
Grip Adjustment.............................................. 13
Power.............................................................. 14
Language Settings.......................................... 16
Date/Time Settings ......................................... 16
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................... 16
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ........... 16
Tripod Mounting.............................................. 17
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 17
Loading/Unloading A Memory Card................ 18
16:9 Wide Mode.............................................. 18
RECORDING & PLAYBACK 19
VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 19
Basic Recording.............................................. 19
Tape Remaining Time ................................ 19
Quick Review.............................................. 19
Zooming...................................................... 20
Journalistic Shooting .................................. 20
Interface Shooting ...................................... 20
Time Code .................................................. 21
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...... 21
Dual Rec. .................................................... 21
Auto/Manual Mode ..................................... 21
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 22
Normal Playback............................................. 22
Still Playback .............................................. 22
Variable Shuttle Search .............................. 22
Blank Search .............................................. 23
Playback Snapshot..................................... 23
Connections To A TV Or VCR........................ 23
Playback Using The Remote Control.............. 24
D.S.C. RECORDING............................................ 27
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot).................. 27
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .............................................. 28
Normal Playback Of Images ........................... 28
Auto Playback Of Images ............................... 28
Index Playback Of Files .................................. 28
Removing On-Screen Display ........................ 28
CONTENTS
EN
ADVANCED FEATURES 33
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.................. 33
Changing The Menu Settings ......................... 33
Recording Menus............................................ 34
Playback Menus ............................................. 37
FEATURES FOR RECORDING ............................... 38
LED Light ........................................................ 38
Live Slow ........................................................ 38
Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape).........38
Manual Focus................................................. 39
Exposure Control............................................ 39
Iris Lock .......................................................... 40
Backlight Compensation ................................. 40
Spot Exposure Control.................................... 40
White Balance Adjustment.............................. 40
Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 41
Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 41
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects........41
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To
A Memory Card .......................................... 42
EDITING............................................................ 43
Dubbing To A VCR ......................................... 43
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)..............43
Connection To A Personal Computer ............. 44
Audio Dubbing ................................................ 45
Insert Editing................................................... 46
REFERENCES 47
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 47
CAUTIONS ........................................................ 49
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 51
TERMS Back cover
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 29
Resetting The File Name ................................ 29
Protecting Files ............................................... 29
Deleting Files .................................................. 30
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)* ...... 30
Initialising A Memory Card.............................. 32
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GETTING STARTED
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How to open the LCD monitor
Pull on the end a of the LCD monitor.
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.
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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
“PRIORITY” to the desired
use. Set
SYSTEM Menu. (墌 pg. 36)
mode in
● Coloured bright spots may appear all
over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
However, this is not a malfunction.
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Controls
a :Up / Play / Pause [4/9] (墌 pg. 22)/
Manual Focus [FOCUS] (墌 pg. 39)
:Down / Stop [8] (墌 pg. 22)
Backlight Compensation (墌 pg. 40)
Spot Exposure (墌 pg. 40)
:Left / Rewind [
Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW]
(墌 pg. 19)
:Right / Fast-Forward [
LED Light [LIGHT] (墌 pg. 38)
Press down [SET]
3
] (墌 pg. 22)/
5
] (墌 pg. 22)/
B VIDEO / MEMORY Switch
C 16:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] (墌 pg. 18)
Blank Search [BLANK] (墌 pg. 23)
Index Button [INDEX] (墌 pg. 28)
D Menu Button [MENU] (墌 pg. 33)
E Data Battery Button [DATA] (墌 pg. 15)
F Auto Button [AUTO] (墌 pg. 21)
G Dioptre Adjustment Control (墌 pg. 16)
H Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] (墌 pg. 38)
Live Slow Button [SLOW] (墌 pg. 38)
I Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (墌 pg. 20)
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]
(墌 pg. 22)
J Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP]
(墌 pg. 19)
K Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF]
L Lock Button
M Battery Release Button [BATT.] (墌 pg. 14)
N Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]
(墌 pg. 17)
Connectors
O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector
(墌 pg. 44)
P Digital Video Connector [DV IN*/OUT]
(i.LINK**) (墌 pg. 43, 44)
* For GR-D770EK only
** i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.LINK
standard.
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
Q S-Video Output Connector [S] (墌 pg. 23)
R Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
(墌 pg. 23, 43)
S DC Input Connector [DC] (墌 pg. 14)
GETTING STARTED
Indicators
T POWER/CHARGE Lamp (墌 pg. 14)
Other Parts
U LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 8)
V Viewfinder (墌 pg. 16)
W Card Cover [ ] (墌 pg. 18)
X Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 14)
Y Shoulder Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 13)
Z Grip Strap (墌 pg. 13)
a Speaker (墌 pg. 22)
b Lens
c LED Light (墌 pg. 38)
d Camera Sensor
(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.)
e Remote Sensor
f Stereo Microphone
g Stud Hole (墌 pg. 17)
h Tripod Mounting Socket (墌 pg. 17)
i Cassette Holder Cover (墌 pg. 17)
j Memory Card Slot (墌 pg. 18)
k Connector Cover
Power Switch Position
REC:
● To perform recording on the tape or in the
memory card.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
● Allows you to play back a recording on the
tape.
● Allows you to display a still image stored in
the memory card or to transfer a still image
stored in the memory card to a PC.
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO:
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a
tape.
MEMORY:
Allows you to record in a memory card or
access data stored in a memory card.
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GETTING STARTED
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GETTING STARTED
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Video Recording
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a Tape Running Indicator
(Rotates while tape is running).
B Selected Wide Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 18)
(only 16:9 indicator is displayed).
C Live Slow Indicator (墌 pg. 38)
D Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (墌 pg. 35)
(only LP indicator is displayed).
E Tape Remaining Time (墌 pg. 19)
F REC: (Appears during recording). (墌 pg. 19)
SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow).
(墌 pg. 38)
G I: Insert (墌 pg. 46)
9I: Insert Pause
H Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator
(墌 pg. 41)
I Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 34)
J Time Code (墌 pg. 36)
K Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) (墌 pg. 34)
(only indicator is displayed).
L SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator
(墌 pg. 35) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds
after turning on the camcorder).
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4
LP
– – –min
REC
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H
During Both Video And D.S.C Recording
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a Battery Remaining Power Indicator
B Operation Mode (墌 pg. 21)
A : Auto Mode
M : Manual Mode
C LED Light Indicator (墌 pg. 38)
D : Night Indicator (墌 pg. 42)
: Gain Up Mode (墌 pg. 34)
E Shutter Speed (墌 pg. 42)
F White Balance Indicator (墌 pg. 40)
G Selected Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 42)
H Selected Program AE Indicator (墌 pg. 42)
I Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 20)
J Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 20)
K Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 27)
(Appears and blink during shooting)
L Card Icon (墌 pg. 27)
: Appears during shooting.
: Blinks in white when a memory card is
not loaded.
M Image Size/Picture Quality:
640 x 480 F (FINE) and 640 x 480 S
S
640
(STANDARD) (in order of quality)
640
F
(墌 pg. 35)
N Remaining Number Of Shots (墌 pg. 27)
(Displays the approximate remaining number
of shots that can be stored during D.S.C.
recording).
O PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot).
(墌 pg. 27, 38)
P : Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(墌 pg. 40)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(墌 pg. 40)
±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 39)
: Iris Lock Indicator (墌 pg. 40)
Q Date/Time (墌 pg. 16)
R Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(墌 pg. 39)
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a Battery Remaining Power Indicator
B Sound L/R Indicator (墌 pg. 37)
C Blank Search Indicator (墌 pg. 23)
D Tape Speed (SP/LP) (墌 pg. 37)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
E Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3,
x3 and x10 (墌 pg. 22)
F 4: Playback
5
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
3
: Rewind/Shuttle Search
9: Pause
9 4: Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/
Slow-Motion
Y 9: Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/
Slow-Motion
D: Audio Dubbing
9D: Audio Dubbing Pause
G Date/Time (墌 pg. 37)
H VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (墌 pg. 22)
I Time Code (墌 pg. 21, 37)
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During D.S.C. Playback
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a Battery Remaining Power Indicator
B Folder/File Number
C Operation Mode Indicator
D Date/Time
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GETTING STARTED
12 EN
GETTING STARTED
Regarding This Manual
Control Lever
LCD Monitor
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:
(/
Select
Operation To select
4/9 FOCUS Move the control lever up.
8 Move the control lever
5
LIGHT Move the control lever right
3
QUICK
REVIEW
2. Press down the control lever to select SET:
down.
Move the control lever left
SET
Provided Accessories
AC Adapter
Lithium Battery
(for remote control unit)
AP-V14E
Audio/Video Cable
(Ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
Core Filter (USB cable)
(墌pg. 13 for attachment)
CD-ROM
CR2025*
Power Cord
or
USB Cable
Remote Control Unit
RM-V740U
Shoulder Strap
(墌pg. 13 for
attachment)
Lens Cap
* A lithium battery is pre-installed in the Remote
Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation
sheet). To use the Remote Control Unit, remove
the insulation sheet.
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.
(墌pg. 13 for attachment)
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.
Place here during
shooting
GETTING STARTED
EN 13
How To Attach The Core Filter
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core
filter reduces interference. When connecting a
cable, attach the end with the core filter to the
camcorder.
1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the
core filter.
Stopper
2 Run the cable through the core filter.
Core filter
3 cm
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap
1 Peel off the pad
and thread the end
of the strap through
the eyelet.
Eyelet
2 Thread the strap
through the buckle,
adjust its length, and
use the strap guide
to fix it in place.
Strap Guide
Buckle
3 Position the
buckle near the
eyelet and reattach
the pad.
Wind once
Close the core filter until it clicks shut.
Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
● Before making the adjustment, remove any
security tags that may be attached to the
velcro.
GETTING STARTED
14 EN
GETTING STARTED
Power
Charging The Battery Pack
Battery pack mount
POWER/
CHARGE lamp
2
Arrow
Battery
pack
Lock
Button
To AC o u tlet
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.
2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
upward, push the battery pack slightly against
the battery pack mount a.
3 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in
place b.
4 Connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter.
5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet.
6 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.
● The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder
blinks to indicate charging has started.
● When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out,
charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from
the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the
camcorder.
1
BATT
Power switch
To DC
connector
AC Adapter
To detach the battery pack
Slide the battery pack upward while pressing
BATT. to detach it.
Battery pack Charging time
BN-VF808U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-VF815U Approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.
BN-VF823U Approx. 3 hrs. 50 min.
* Provided
NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery
pack, remove it first.
● During charging, the camcorder cannot be
operated.
● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of
battery is used.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time
or after a long storage period, the POWER/
CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove
the battery pack from the camcorder, then try
charging again.
● If a fully charged battery pack is attached to the
unit, POWER/CHARGE lamp will blink for approx.
10 seconds before it turns off.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely
short even after having been fully charged, the
battery is worn out and needs to be replaced.
Please purchase a new one.
● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
● After 5 minutes have elapsed in Record-Standby
mode with the cassette inserted, and no operation
is performed, the camcorder will automatically turn
off its power supplied from the AC Adapter. In this
case, the battery charge starts if the battery is
attached to the camcorder.
● Please do not pull or bend the AC adaptor plug
and cable. This may damage the AC adaptor.
About Batteries
A
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive
heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its
terminals to come in contact with metals, as this
can result in a short circuit and possibly start a
fire.
To resume the original function of the
accurate battery power indication
If the battery power indication differs from the
actual operating time, fully charge the battery,
and then run it down. However this method may
not work if the battery was used for a long period
of time under extremely high/low temperature
condition or charged too many times.
Using The Battery Pack
Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery
Pack”. (墌 pg. 14)
Maximum continuous recording time
Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on
BN-VF808U* 1hr.50min. 2hrs.15min.
BN-VF815U 3 hrs. 40 min. 4 hrs. 30 min.
BN-VF823U 5 hrs. 30 min. 6 hrs. 45 min.
* Provided
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, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
TTENTION:
Before detaching the power source, make sure that
the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so
can result in a camcorder malfunction.
GETTING STARTED
EN 15
Data Battery System
You can check the remaining battery power and
the recordable time.
When the battery is attached, press DATA.
BATTERY CONDITION
100%
50%
0%
MAX TIME
LCD
FINDER
min
min
● When the Power Switch is set to “OFF”, it is
displayed. for approx 3 seconds if the button is
pressed and released quickly, and for approx
15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold
for approx several seconds.
● When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” or
“REC”, press DATA again to return to the
normal screen.
● Data battery status cannot be displayed during
playback or while recording is in progress.
● If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears
instead of the battery status even though you
tried to press DATA several times, there may
be a problem on the battery. In such a case,
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Using AC Power
Perform steps 4 – 6 in “Charging The Battery
Pack”. (墌 pg. 14)
NOTE:
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
INFORMATION:
The following explanations in this manual
supposes the use of LCD monitor in your
operation. If you want to use the viewfinder,
close the LCD monitor and pull out the
viewfinder fully.
GETTING STARTED
16 EN
1
GETTING STARTED
Language Settings
The language on the display can be changed.
(墌 pg. 36)
Select
1
SET
2
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
ITALIANO
1 Open the LCD monitor fully.
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch.
● If set to “REC”, the recording mode should be
set to “M”.
(墌 pg. 21)
3 Press MENU
4 Select “SYSTEM”, press SET or .
5 Select “LANGUAGE”, press SET or .
6 Select the desired language, press SET or .
7 Press MENU.
Press whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
Date/Time Settings
1
Select
2
SET
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all
times, but its display can be turned on or off.
(墌 pg. 36, 37)
Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Language Settings”.
(墌 pg. 16)
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or .
2 Select “CLOCK ADJ.” press SET or .
3 SET or the desired date display format,
press SET or .
● Repeat this step to input time display format
(Select from “24h” or “12h”), month, date, year,
hour and minutes.
4 Press MENU.
Press whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen/setting.
CLOCK ADJ.
MONTH. DATE. YEAR 24h
01. 03. 2007
02
: 10
Viewfinder Adjustment
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.
3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Example:
Dioptre Adjustment Control
CAUTION:
When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to
pinch your fingers.
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display
Select
±
BRIGHT
SET
Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Language Settings”.
(墌 pg. 16)
● To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, pull
out the viewfinder fully and set “PRIORITY” to
“FINDER”. (墌 pg. 33, 36)
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or .
2 Select “BRIGHT”, press SET or .
3 Select the appropriate brightness,
press SET or .
4 Press MENU.
Press whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
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