JVC GR-D770U User Manual
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 – 5 to ensure safe use of this
product.
ENGLISH
GR-D770U
GETTING STARTED
RECORDING & PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of the camcorder. Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
7
18
24
29
42
48
ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONS
To deactivate the demonstration,
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.
(
pg. 29, 32)
LYT1652-001B
2
min
13
640
F
16:9
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PHOTO
EN
Major Features of this Camcorder
Wipe/Fader Effects
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to
make pro-style scene transitions.
( pg. 38)
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.
( pg. 38)
LED Light
You can brighten the subject in the dark
place with the LED Light. ( pg. 34)
Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the button brightens the
image darkened by backlight. ( pg. 36)
Data Battery
You can check the battery status by simply
pressing the
DATA
button. ( pg. 14)
BATTERY CONDITION
100%
50%
0%
MAX TIME
LCD
FINDER
min
min
Auto Button
You can change the recording mode
between manual setting to the standard
mode setting of the camcorder by pressing
the
AUTO
button. ( pg. 20)
Dual Rec.
You can capture and view still images
without disturbing the recording in progress.
( pg. 20)
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
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/VF815U/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 “” can be used with this
unit.
●
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
optimized to maximize 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 (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 highprecision 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 44 – 46.
●
●
●
®
Microsoft
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
and Windows® are either registered
EN
3
EN
4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
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. 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/VF815U/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.)
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material special handling may apply.
See www
.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate
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.
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 (3-15/16") 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.
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 manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
10. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When a
cart is used, use
caution when
moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
USER MAINTENANCE
EN
5
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.
●
Mold 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
( pg. 3)
.
CONTENTS
EN
6
GETTING STARTED 7
Regarding This Manual .................................7
Provided Accessories....................................7
Index.............................................................. 8
Grip Adjustment........................................... 12
Power ..........................................................13
Language Settings.......................................14
Date/Time Settings......................................15
Viewfinder Adjustment................................. 15
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display........ 15
Tripod Mounting...........................................15
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....................16
Loading/Unloading A Memory Card ............17
16:9 Wide Mode ..........................................17
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
Dual Rec..................................................20
Auto/Manual Mode ..................................20
VIDEO PLAYBACK ..........................................21
Normal Playback .........................................21
Still Playback ...........................................21
Variable Shuttle Search...........................22
Blank Search ...........................................22
Playback Snapshot..................................22
Connections To A TV Or VCR..................... 23
D.S.C. RECORDING.........................................24
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............24
D.S.C. PLAYBACK...........................................25
Normal Playback Of Images........................ 25
Auto Playback Of Images............................25
Index Playback Of Files............................... 25
Removing On-Screen Display .....................25
ADVANCED FEATURES 29
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ..............29
Changing The Menu Settings...................... 29
Recording Menus ........................................ 30
Playback Menus.......................................... 33
FEATURES FOR RECORDING ...........................34
LED Light..................................................... 34
Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape) .....34
Manual Focus.............................................. 35
Exposure Control......................................... 35
Iris Lock....................................................... 36
Backlight Compensation.............................. 36
Spot Exposure Control ................................ 36
White Balance Adjustment .......................... 37
Manual White Balance Adjustment .............37
Wipe Or Fader Effects................................. 38
Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects.... 38
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To
A Memory Card ....................................... 39
EDITING ........................................................39
Dubbing To A VCR...................................... 39
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) ..40
Connection To A Personal Computer.......... 41
REFERENCES 42
TROUBLESHOOTING....................................... 42
CAUTIONS..................................................... 44
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................47
TERMS ..........................................................48
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 26
Resetting The File Name............................. 26
Protecting Files............................................ 26
Deleting Files............................................... 27
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)*...27
Initializing A Memory Card...........................28
GETTING STARTED
EN
7
Regarding This Manual
Control Lever
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
(
3/4/1/2
) to select:
Operation To select
3
6
4
7
2
¡
1
1
2)
Press down the control lever to select
FOCUS
LIGHT
QUICK
REVIEW
LCD Monitor
Select
Move the control lever up.
Move the control lever
down.
Move the control lever
right.
Move the control lever left.
SET
SET
Provided Accessories
OR
AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U
OR
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
USB Cable CD-ROM
Shoulder Strap
( pg. 12)
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.
Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
Lens Cap
( pg. 12)
GETTING STARTED
8 EN
Index
GETTING STARTED
89
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~
35
27
28
29
30
33
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20
4
3
2&(
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.
24 25
"#!
5
6
21
26 22 34 23
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. ( pg. 32)
● Colored bright spots may appear all over
the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
However, this is not a malfunction.
7
Controls
11 : Left/Rewind (1) ( pg. 21)/
Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] ( pg. 18)
2 : Right/Fast-Forward (¡) ( pg. 21)/
LED Light [LIGHT] ( pg. 34)
3 : Up/Play/Pause (6) ( pg. 21)/
Manual Focus [FOCUS] ( pg. 35)
4 : Down/Stop (7) ( pg. 21)/
Backlight Compensation [ ] ( pg. 36)/
Spot Exposure ( pg. 36)
Press down : SET
2VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
316:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] ( pg. 17)
Blank Search [BLANK] ( pg. 22)
Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 25)
4Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 29)
5Data Battery Button [DATA] ( pg. 14)
6Auto Button [AUTO] ( pg. 20)
7Diopter Adjustment Control ( pg. 15)
8Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]
( pg. 24, 34)
9Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pg. 19)
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]
( pg. 21)
!Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP]
( pg. 18)
"Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF]
#Lock Button
$Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( pg. 13)
%Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]
( pg. 16)
Connectors
&USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector
( pg. 41)
(Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT]
(i.LINK*) ( pg. 40, 41)
* 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.
)Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
( pg. 23, 39)
~DC Input Connector [DC] ( pg. 13)
GETTING STARTED
Indicators
â
POWER/CHARGE Lamp ( pg. 13)
Other Parts
ä
LCD Monitor ( pg. 8)
ã
Viewfinder ( pg. 15)
å
Card Cover [ ] ( pg. 17)
ç
Battery Pack Mount ( pg. 13)
é
Shoulder Strap Eyelet ( pg. 12)
è
Grip Strap ( pg. 12)
ê
Speaker ( pg. 21)
ë
Lens
í
LED Light ( pg. 34)
ì
Camera Sensor
(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.)
î
Stereo Microphone
ï
Stud Hole ( pg. 15)
ñ
Tripod Mounting Socket ( pg. 15)
ó
Cassette Holder Cover ( pg. 16)
ò
Memory Card Slot
ô
Connector Cover
Power Switch Position
REC:
To perform recording on the tape or in the
memory card.
OFF:
To switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
● To play back a recording on the tape.
● 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:
To record on a tape or play back a tape.
MEMORY:
To record in a memory card or access data
stored in a memory card.
EN 9
GETTING STARTED
10 EN
GETTING STARTED
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder
Indications
During Video Recording Only
2
3
1
16:9
15:55
8
!
9
SOUND12BIT
1Tape Running Indicator
(Rotates while tape is running.)
2Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( pg. 17)
(only 16:9 indicator is displayed)
3Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) ( pg. 31)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
4Tape Remaining Time ( pg. 18)
5REC: (Appears during recording.)
( pg. 18)
6Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator
( pg. 38)
7Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 31)
8Time Code ( pg. 32)
9Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) ( pg. 30)
(only indicator is displayed)
!SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode
Indicator ( pg. 31) (Appears for approx. 5
seconds after turning on the camcorder.)
4
LP
– – –min
5
REC
W
H
6
7
During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording
!
9
1
M
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
x
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator
2Operation Mode ( pg. 20)
A
: Auto Mode
M
: Manual Mode
3LED Light Indicator ( pg. 34)
4 : Night-Alive Indicator ( pg. 38)
: Gain Up Mode ( pg. 31)
5Shutter Speed ( pg. 39)
6White Balance Indicator ( pg. 37)
7Selected Effect Indicator ( pg. 38)
8Selected Program AE Indicator ( pg. 38)
9Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg. 19)
!Zoom Indicator ( pg. 19)
"Shooting Icon
(Appears and blinks during shooting.)
#Card Icon ( pg. 24)
: Appears during shooting.
: Blinks in white when a memory card is
not loaded.
$Image Size/Picture Quality: 640 x 480 F
F
640
(FINE) and 640 x 480 S
(STANDARD) (in order of quality)
( pg. 31)
%Remaining Number Of Shots ( pg. 24)
(Displays the approximate remaining
number of shots that can be stored during
D.S.C. recording.)
&
PHOTO
: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)
( pg. 24, 34)
( : Spot Exposure Control Indicator
( pg. 36)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
( pg. 36)
±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator
( pg. 35)
: Iris Lock Indicator ( pg. 36)
)Date/Time ( pg. 15)
~Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
( pg. 35)
# $"
F
640
15
PHOTO
3
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(
M
1
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D
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F
S
640
During Video Playback
GETTING STARTED
During D.S.C. Playback
EN 11
1L2
21
2 0
BIT
M
I
X
4
3
LP
6
5
x
3
BLANK SEARCH
PUSH "STOP" BUTTON
D E C
TO CANCEL
V
O
L
M
E
U
:/2
1
:
2
5
9
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator
2Sound L/R Indicator ( pg. 33)
3Blank Search Indicator ( pg. 22)
4Tape Speed (SP/LP) ( pg. 33)
(only LP indicator is displayed)
5Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3,
x3 and x10 ( pg. 22)
63: Playback
¡: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
1: Rewind/Shuttle Search
8: Pause
7Date/Time ( pg. 33)
8VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator
( pg. 21)
9Time Code ( pg. 33)
1.11.320A
8
M
:
7
0
6
7
21
100-0013
11:13
DEC. 6. 2007
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator
2Folder/File Number
3Operation Mode Indicator
4Date/Time
AM
3
4
GETTING STARTED
12 EN
GETTING STARTED
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.
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap
1 Peel off the pad
and thread the end
of the strap
through the eyelet.
Eyelet
Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
● Before making the adjustment, remove any
security tags that may be attached to the
velcro.
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.
Strap Guide
Buckle
Power
Charging The Battery Pack
POWER/CHARGE Lamp
Battery pack
mount
Arrow
Battery
pack
Power Switch
Lock
Button
To AC outlet
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 1.
3 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in
place 2.
4 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet.
5 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.
To detach the battery pack
Slide the battery pack downward 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
2
1
BATT.
To DC connector
AC Adapter
GETTING STARTED
EN 13
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 RecordStandby 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 adapter plug
and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.
About Batteries
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 restore the accuracy of the battery
power indicator
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.
GETTING STARTED
14 EN
A
GETTING STARTED
Using The Battery Pack
Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery
Pack” ( pg. 13).
Maximum continuous recording time
Battery pack
BN-VF808U* 1 hr. 50 min. 2 hrs. 15 min.
BN-VF815U 3 hrs. 40 min. 4 hrs. 30 min.
BN-VF823U 5 hrs. 30 min. 6 hrs. 45 min.
* Provided
LCD monitor
on
Viewfinder on
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.
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%
● 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 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.
MAX TIME
LCD
FINDER
min
min
● If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears
instead of the battery status even though you
tried to press DATA several times, there may
be a problem with your battery. In such a
case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Using AC Power
Perform step 4 – 5 in “Charging The Battery
Pack” ( pg. 13).
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.
Language Settings
The language on the display can be changed.
( pg. 32)
1
Select
2
SET
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
“M” ( pg. 20).
set to
3 Press MENU.
4 Select “SYSTEM”, press SET or 2.
5 Select “LANGUAGE”, press SET or 2.
6 Select the desired language, press SET or
2.
7 Press MENU.
Press 1 whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
GETTING STARTED
EN 15
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.
( pg. 32, 33)
Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Language Settings”
( pg. 14).
CLOCK ADJ.
MONTH. DATE. YEAR 12h
JAN.
03
.
2007
02
: 10 AM
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or 2.
2 Select “CLOCK ADJ.”, press SET or 2.
3 Select 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.
2.
4 Press MENU.
Press 1 whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen/setting.
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 Diopter Adjustment Control until
the indications in the viewfinder are clearly
focused.
Example:
Brightness Adjustment Of The
Display
1
Select
±
BRIGHT
2
SET
Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Language Settings”
( pg. 14).
● To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder,
pull out the viewfinder fully and set
“PRIORITY” to “FINDER” ( pg. 32).
0
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or 2.
2 Select “BRIGHT”, press SET or 2.
3 Select the appropriate brightness, press
SET or
2.
4 Press MENU.
Press 1 whenever you want to return to the
previous menu screen.
Tripod Mounting
To attach the
camcorder to a tripod,
align the direction stud
and screw to the
mounting socket and
stud hole on the
camcorder. Then
tighten the screw
clockwise.
● Some tripods are not
equipped with studs.
GETTING STARTED
Diopter Adjustment Control
CAUTION:
When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to
pinch your fingers.
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