JVC GR-DF470US, GR-DF450US, GR-DF430US Owner’s Manual

JVC

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DF470
GR-DF450
GR-DF430

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages

3 - 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of
this product.

ENGLISH

GETTINGSTARTED 6

VIDEORECORDING&

PLAYBACK 19

DIGITALSTILLCAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING&
PLAYBACK(GR-DF470/450

0nay) 27

ADVANCEDFEATURES 36

REFERENCES 56

Mini _?r NTSC

MtdtiMetliaCard

The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are
of the GR-DF470.

The D.S.C (Digital Still Camera) features are available on
GB-DF470 and GB-DF450.

INSTRUCTIONS

TERMS 67

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.

To deactivate the demonstration,
set '!DEMO MODE, to !'OFFI _.
(r= pg. 36, 39)

LYT1426-OO1B

2 EN

Wipe/FaderEffects

You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make

pro-style scene transitions. (_ pg. 47)

ProgramAEwithSpecialEffects

For example, "SPORTS" mode allows fast-
moving images to be captured one frame at a

time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (_ pg. 47)

BacklightCompensation

Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button
brightens the image darkened by backlight.

(i pg. 45)

• You can also select a spot metering area so
that more precise exposure compensation

is available. (_ pg. 45, Spot Exposure
Control)

NavigationFunction*

The Navigation Function helps you check
tape contents by making thumbnail images

on a memory card. ( pg. 48)

E-MailClipRecording*

You can record video clips on the memory
card as files which can be sent via e-mail.

(i pg. 31)

* GR-DF470/450 only

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

I DO NOT OPEN I

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

I NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. I

The Jightning flash with arrowhead symboJ, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "be_/gerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of elect ric shock to persons.

The exclamation Point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important

operating arid mainter_ance (servicing) in_ructions in
the literature accompanyir_g the appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RA N OR MO STURE,

CAUTIONS:

• This camcorder is designed to be used with
NTSC-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-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U 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
(212F °) or incinerate.

Replace battery with Panasenic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanye, 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,

• De not disassemble and de not dispose of in

fire,

EN3

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,

This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains
a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these

materials may be regulated in your community

due to environmental considerations,

For disposal or recycling information please

contact your local authorities, or the Electronics

Industries Alliance:
<http:llwww,eiae.org>

4 EN

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

)roblems 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

)laces 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.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

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 tip-
over.

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.

GETTINGSTARTED

Index ................................................................. 6

Provided Accessories ..................................... 11

Power .............................................................. 13

Operation Mode .............................................. 15

Language Settings .......................................... 16

Date/Time Settings ......................................... 16

Grip Adjustment .............................................. 16

Viewfinder Adjustment .................................... 16

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ........... 17

Tripod Mounting .............................................. 17

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 17

Loading/Unloading A Memory Card

(GR-DF470/450 only) ................................. 18

VIDEORECORDING& PLAYBACK 19

VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 19

Basic Recording ........................................... 19

Tape Remaining Time ................................ 19

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................... 19

Zooming ...................................................... 20

Journalistic Shooting .................................. 20

Self Recording ............................................ 20

Time Code .................................................. 21

Quick Review .............................................. 21

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ...... 21

VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 22

Normal Playback ............................................. 22

Still Playback .............................................. 22

Shuttle Search ............................................ 22

Blank Search .............................................. 22

Connections To A TV Or VCR ........................ 23

Playback Using The Remote Control .............. 24

DIGITALSTILLCAMERA(D.S.C.)RECORDING
& PLAYBACK(GR-DF470/450only) 27

D.S.C.RECORDING(GR-DF470/450only).........27

Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) .................. 27

Interval Shooting ......................................... 28

D.S.C.PLAYBACK(GR-DF470/450only)............29

Normal Playback Of Images ......................... 29

Auto Playback Of Images ............................... 29

Playback Of Video Clips ................................. 29

Index Playback Of Files .................................. 30

Viewing File Information ................................. 30

Removing On-Screen Display ........................ 30

CONTENTSEN 5

ADDITIONAL FEATURESFOR D.S.C.

(GR-DF470/450only)...................................... 31

E-Mail Clip Recording ............................... 31

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape

To A Memory Card ..................................... 32

Resetting The File Name ................................ 32

Protecting Files ............................................... 32

Deleting Files .................................................. 33

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ........ 34

Initializing A Memory Card .............................. 35

ADVANCEDFEATURES 36

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .................. 36

Changing Tile Menu Settings ......................... 36

Recording Menus ............................................ 37

Playback Menus ............................................. 40

FEATURESFOR RECORDING ............................... 42

LED Light .................................................. 42

Live Slow (GR-DF470/450 only) ..................... 42

5-Second Recording ....................................... 42

Night-Alive ...................................................... 43

Snapshot (For Video Recording) .................... 43

Manual Focus ................................................. 44

Exposure Control ............................................ 44

Iris Lock .......................................................... 45

Backlight Compensation ................................. 45

Spot Exposure Control .................................... 45

White Balance Adjustment .............................. 46

Manual White Balance Adjustment ................. 46

Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 47

Program AE With Special Effects ................... 47

Navigation Function (GR-DF470/450 only)..... 48

EDITING............................................................ 51

Dubbing To Or From A VCR ........................... 51

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With

A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .............. 52

Connection To A Personal Computer ............. 53

Audio Dubbing ................................................ 54

Insert Editing ................................................... 55

REFERENCES 56

TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................... 56

USERMAINTENANCE......................................... 61

CAUTIONS........................................................ 62

SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 66

TERMS 67

6 EN GETTINGSTARTED

I Index

[]
@

Controls

Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 36)

Data Battery Button [BATT. DATA] (pg. 14)

L2_E-Mail Clip Recording Button [E-MAIL]*

( pg. 31)

Index Button [INDEX]*

( pg. 30)

® D.S.C. Playback Select Button [SEL]*

( pg. 29)
Thumbnail Storing Button [STORE]*

( - pg. 48)

@ Information Button [INFO]*

( pg. 30)

® Set Button [SET] ( -pg. 36)
_) Fast-Forward Button [1_I_] ( - pg. 22)

LED Light Button [LIGHT]

( - pg. 42)

Right Button [>] (: pg. 36)

Stop Button [m] ( pg. 22)

Backlight Compensation Button [BACK

LIGHT]( -pg. 45)

Down Button [v] ( pg. 36)

® Rewind Button [41_1] ( pg. 22)

Quick Review Button [Q.REVlEW] ( pg. 21)

Left Button [<]( pg. 36)

@ VIDEO/MEMORY Switch*

( - pg. 15)

@ Play/Pause Button [1_/11] ( pg. 22)

Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( pg. 44)

Up Button [^] ( pg. 36)

@ Diopter Adjustment Control ( pg. 16)
@ Battery Release Button [BATT. RELEASE]

( - pg. 14)

@ Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]

( pg. 27, 43)

Live Slow Button [SLOW]*

( -pg. 36,42)

@ Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (: pg. 20)

Speaker Volume Control [VOL +, -]

(pg. 22)

@ Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]

( - pg. 17)

@ Recording Start/Stop Button ( -pg. 19)
d_ Power Switch [D, [], PLAY, OFF] ( pg. 15)

Lock Button( -pg. 15)

5ETTIN5 STARTED EN 7

Connectors

The connectors are located beneath the covers.

• S-Video Input/Output Connector [S]
(pg. 23, 51)

@ Microphone connector [MIC] ( pg. 54)

• USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector*
( pg. 53)

• Digital Video (i.Link) Connector [DV IN/OUT]
( pg. 52, 53)
i.Link: i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995

industry specification and extensions
thereof. The _, logo is used for products

compliant with the i.Link standard.

Audio/Video Input/Output Connector [AV]
(pg. 23, 51)

@DCInputConnector[DC]( -pg. 13)

Indicators

i2_POWER/CHARGE Lamp (_ pg. 13, 19)

Other Parts

[] LCD Monitor (_ pg. 19, 20)
[] Shoe

(Before you purchase optional shoe
accessories, make sure the items are

compatible and can attach to the shoe on
your camcorder. There may be cases where a

part of an accessory item obtrudes onto the
camcorder's body, preventing attachment to

your unit.)

[]Viewfinder ( pg. 16)
[] Speaker ( pg. 22)

[] Battery Pack Mount (: pg. 14)
[] Cassette Holder Cover ( -pg. 17)

[] Lens
[] LED Light (pg.42)

(When using an optional conversion lens, it
may cover this area and block the light.)

[] Remote Sensor ( pg. 24)
[] Camera Sensor

(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.)

[] Stereo Microphone (: - pg. 54)
[] Shoulder Strap Eyelet ( pg. 12)

[] Grip Strap ( pg. 16)
[] Card Cover [MEMORY CARD]*

(. pg. 18)

[]Tripod Mounting Socket ( - pg. 17)
[]Stud Hole ( pg. 17)

* GR-DF470/450 only

8 EN GETTINGSTARTED

LCDMonitor/ViewfinderIndications DuringD.S.C.RecordingOnly(GR-DF470/

DuringVideoRecordingOnly 450 only)

Image Size: 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640
(640 x480) (pg.40)

@ INTERVAL:Interval Shooting Icon (:- pg. 28)

_: Focus Icon (: pg. 27)

L3_Shooting Icon

(Appears and blinks during shooting.)

(_ Card Icon

Navigation Indicator*
( pg. 48)

Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator
( pg. 47)

®Tape Running Indicator( -pg. 19)

(Rotates while tape is running.)
Selected Wide Mode Indicator (:- pg. 38)

® &'_2_:Live Slow Indicator*

( pg. 42)

: Snapshot Indicator*
(. pg. 43)
Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (: pg. 37)

_Tape Remaining Time (: pg. 19)
_shREC: (Appears during recording.) ( - pg. 19)

PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby

mode.) (pg. 19)
Insert Editing/Insert Editing Pause Mode

( pg. 55)

@ 5S/Anim.: Displays the 5-Second Recording

mode or Animation recording mode.
(. pg. 38)

_ Wind Cut Indicator (:-pg. 38)
@Time Code( pg. 39,41)

@ Digital Image Stabilizer ("DIS") ( -pg. 38)
@ SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator

( pg. 37) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds
after turning on the camcorder.)

L_ : Auxiliary Microphone Level

R_ Indicator
(Appears when an optional microphone is
connected, pg, 39, "AUDIO LEV?)

* GR-DF470/450 only

_: Appears during shooting.
[_: Blinks in white when a memory card is
not loaded.

_]: Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is
reading the data in the memory card such as

Navigation thumbnail images, video clips, still
images, etc.

® Picture Quality: _ (FINE) and _'_

(STANDARD) (in order of quality) (: pg. 40)

_) Remaining Number Of Shots ( pg. 27)

(Displays the approximate remaining number
of shots that can be stored during D.S.C.

recording.)
Clock Icon( pg. 28)

DuringE-MailClipRecording(GR-DF470/
450 only)

_1_Image Size: 160 (160 x 120)
(2) Shooting Icon ( pg. 27, 31)

3b E-Mail Clip Recording Indicator (: pg. 31)
LipMemory Card Remaining Time For E-Mail

Clip Recording (pg. 31)
E-Mail Clip Recording Time ( pg. 31)

DuringBothVideoAndD.S.C.*Recording

5ETTIN5STARTED EN9

DuringVideoPlayback

@-

Operation Mode ( , pg. 15)

@ -_0..'-A:Gain Up Mode ( pg. 37)
@ LED Light Indicator ( pg. 42)

White Balance Indicator ( pg. 46)

® I_1: Spot Exposure Control Indicator

( pg. 45)
F_: Backlight Compensation Indicator

( - pg. 45)
_+:Exposure Adjustment Indicator ( pg. 44)

@ Selected Program AE With Special Effects

Indicator (: pg. 47)
_: Night-Alive Indicator (, pg. 43)

@ Iris Lock Indicator (: pg. 45)
@Approximate Zoom Ratio ( -pg. 20)

@Zoom Indicator ( pg. 20)
@ PHOTO:(Appears when taking Snapshot.)

( pg. 28, 43)

SLOW:(Appears when using Live Slow.)*

( pg. 42)

@ Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/

Viewfinder) (pg. 17)

@ Battery Remaining Power Indicator

( - pg. 58)

@ Date/Time ( pg. 16)
@ Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

( - pg. 44)

_} Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 40)
{2}Blank Search Indicator ( pg. 22)
® I_,_: Live Slow Indicator*

( pg. 42)
[_]: Snapshot Indicator*

( pg. 43)

@Tape Speed ( pg. 37)
@ I_: Playback

I_I_: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
.4"41:Rewind/Shuttle Search

I1: Pause
n I_: Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/

Slow-Motion

• I1: Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/
Slow-Motion

8: Audio Dubbing
118: Audio Dubbing Pause

(Appear while a tape is running.)

® Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (: pg. 54)
{7_Battery Remaining Power Indicator

( pg. 58)

® Date/Time (pg. 39, 41)
@ VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator ( - pg. 22)

BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD
monitor/Viewfinder) ( pg. 17)

@Time Code( pg. 39,41)
@ L_ : Auxiliary Microphone Level

R_ Indicator
(Appears when an optional microphone is
connected during Audio Dubbing. - pg. 54)

* GR-DF470/450 only

10 ENGETTINGSTARTED

DuringD.S.C.Playback(GR-DF470/450

only)

)

db Operation Mode Indicator ( pg. 30)
@ Folder/File Number (:, pg. 30)

® Battery Remaining Power Indicator

( pg. 58)
Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/

Viewfinder) ( pg. 17)

BeforeUsingThisCamcorder

Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini
DV mark _I}_ _.

Make sure you only use memory cards* with the
mark _._'_ or MdtiMediaCard,

This camcerder is designed exclusively for the
digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard, Only cassettes marked "M1_'r" and
memory cards marked ",_" or

"MultiMediaCard" can be used with this unit,
* Memory cards can be used with GR-DF470 and

GR-DF450 only.

Remember that this camcorder is not
compatible with other digital video formate.

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,)

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 camoerder 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 camcerder 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.

It is recommended that you use JVC brand
cassette tapes.

Your camoerder 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,
Also read "CAUTIONS" on pages 62 -65,

• MicrosofP and Windows ® are either registered
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.

| ProvidedAccessories

®

®

® ® ®

AC Adapter AP-V16U or AP-V14U

r2) Battery Pack BN-VF707U
® AV Cable

tip Audio Extension Cable

(for optional microphone, - pg. 12 for
connection)

® USB Cable*
® Core Filter [large]*

(for USB cable pg. 13 for attachment)

(7_ Core Filter [small] x 2

(for Audio extention cable pg. 13 for
attachment)

® Core Filter

(for AV cable pg. 13 for attachment)

® CD-ROM*
O Remote Control Unit RM-V720U
_ Lithium Battery CR2025"*

(for remote control unit)

@ Memory Card 8 MB***

(Already inserted in the camcorder)

d_ Shoulder Strap ( , pg. 12 for attachment)
O Lens Cap (see the right column for

attachment)

* GR-DF470/450 only
** 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.

***GR-DF470 only

GETTINGSTARTEDEN 1 1

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.

HowToAttachTheLensCap

To protect the lens, attach
the provided lens cap to the

camcorder as shown in the
illustration.

NOTE: 4}

To confirm the lens cap is on
correctly make sure the cap is

flush to the camcorder.

Place here during

shooting.

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12 ENGETTINGSTARTED

HowToAttachTheShoulderStrap

Follow tile illustration.

1 Thread the strap through the eyelet.

2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap

guide and the buckle.

• To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then
tighten the strap in the buckle.

3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.

/ Buckle

Strap g

HowToUseTheAudioExtensionCable

When using an optional external microphone,
connect to the provided Audio extension cable

(with a core filter attached), then connect the
Audio extension cable to the camcorder. The

core filter reduces interference. (. pg. 13)

Open the.

cover.

To MIC

Eyelet

3

Core filter Audio extension

_ cable (provided)

Stereo

microphone 0

HowToAttachTheCoreFilter

Attach the core filters to the cables. The core
filter reduces interference.

1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the

core filter.

Stopper_

2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving
approx. 3 cm (1-3/16") of cable between the
cable plug and the core filter.

Wind the cable once around the outside of the
core filter as shown in the illustration.

3 em (1-3/16=") i

Core filter

Wind once.

3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

GETTINGSTARTEDEN 13

Power

This camcorder's 2-way power supply system

lets you choose the most appropriate source of
power. Do not use provided power supply units

with other equipment.

ChargingTheBatteryPack

BATT. RELEASE

Bakery pack

Arrow

Bakery pack mount

Powerswitch

POWER/CHARGElamp

• Open the

cover,

To

DC connector

NOTES:

• Take care not to damage the cable.

• When connecting a cable, attach the end with the
core filter to the carncorder.

To AC outlet

AC Adapter

1 Set the Power Switch to "OFF".

2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing

right, push the battery pack slightly against the
battery pack mount dh.

3 Slide the battery pack to the right until it locks
in place (2).

4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.

5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The

POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder
blinks to indicate charging has started.

6 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.

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1 4 EN GETTXNGSTARTED

To detach the battery pack

Slide the battery pack to the left while pressing
BATT. RELEASE to detach it.

Battery pack Charging time

BN-VF707U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 rain.
BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 rain.

BN-VF733U Approx. 5 hr. 40 rain.

Provided

NOTES:

• This product includes patented and other

proprietary technology and will operate only
with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-
VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs, Using
generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage
to the internal charging circuitry.

• 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 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, itbecomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.

• Using the optional AA-VF7 Battery Charger, you

can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U
battery pack without the camcorder.

• After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby

mode with the cassette inserted, 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.

UsingTheBatteryPack

Perform steps 2 - 3 in "Charging The Battery
Pack".

Maximum continuous recording time

Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on

BN-VF707U* 1 hr. 5 rain. 1 hr. 25 min.
BN-VF714U 2 hr. 20 min. 3 hr.

BN-VF733U 5 hr. 25 min. 7 hr. 5 rain.

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.

ATTENTION:

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.

DataBatterySystem

You can check tile remaining battery power and
the recordable time.

1) Make sure the battery is attached and the

Power Switch is set to "OFF".

2) Open the LCD monitor fully.

3) Press BATT. DATA, and the battery status

screen appears.

• It can be displayed on the viewfinder when the
LCD monitor is closed.

• It is displayed for approx. 3 seconds if the
button is pressed and released quickly, and for

15 seconds if the button is pressed and hold
for several seconds.

• If "COMMUNICATION ERROR" appears
instead of the battery status even though you

tried to press BATT. DATA several times, there
may be a problem on the battery. In such a

case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

UsingACPower

Perform step 4. in "Charging The Battery Pack".

NOTE:

The providedAC Adapter features automatic
voltageselection in the AC range from 110 V to

240V.

AboutBatteries

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 function may not
turn back if the battery was used for a long period

of time under extremely high/low temperature
condition or charged too many times.

| OperationMode

Toturn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch
to any operation mode except "OFF" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

Power Switch

Lock Button

POWER/

VIDEO/MEMORY*

Choose the appropriate operation mode
according to your preference using the Power
Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.*

* G R-DF470/450 only

CHARGE lamp

GETTINGSTARTEDEN 15

[] (Manual Recording):

Allows you to set various recording functions
using the Menus. ( pg. 36)

If you want more creative capabilities than Full
Auto Recording, try this mode.

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.
(GR-DF470/450 only)

• Allows you to set various playback functions
using the Menus. ( pg. 36)

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position

(GR-DF470/450 only)

VIDEO:

Allows you to record on a tape or play back a

tape. If"REC SELECT" is set to ,,_.r',r_/_ _,,

( pg. 40), still images are recorded both on

the tape and the memory card.

MEMORY:

• Allows you to record in a memory card or
access data stored in a memory card.

• When the Power Switch is set to '_" or 'I_",
the currently selected image size appears.

Power-LinkedOperation

When the Power Switch is set to 'D" or"[]", you

can also turn on/off the camcorder byopening/
closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in

the viewfinder.

INFORMATION:

The following explanations inthis 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.

Power Switch Position

[] (Full Auto Recording):

Allows you to record using NO special effects
or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard

recording.

The _ nd cater appears on the dsp ay.

1 6 EN GETTINGSTARTED

| LanguageSettings

The language on the display can be changed.

( -pg. 36,39,41)

1 Set the Power Switch to 'I_" while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 19)

3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

4 Press A or v to select

'f_l" and press SET. The

CAMERA DISPLAY Menu
appears.
5 Press ^ or v to select

"LANGUAGE", and press
SET.

6 Press A or v to select ex. for GR-DF470/
the desired language, and 450

press SET.
7 Press ^ or v to select

"tJRETURN", and press
SET twice. The Menu

Screen closes.

| Date/TimeSettings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all
times, but its display can be turned on or off

during playback. ( pg. 36, 41)

1 Perform steps 1 - 4. in "Language Settings"

above.

Press A or v to select "CLOCK ADJ.", and

press SET. The parameter for "Month" is
highlighted.

3 Press ^ or v to input

the day, and press SET.

Repeat to input the day,

year, hour and minute.
4 Press A or v to select
"tJRETURN", and press

SET twice. The Menu

Screen closes.

IIGrip Adjustment

1 Adjust the velcro strip.

2 Pass your right hand __

thethr°Ughgrip,the loop and grasp \
3 Adjust your thumb and

fingers through the grip to
easily operate the

Recording Start/Stop

Button, Power Switch and

Power Zoom Lever. Be

sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.

IIViewfinderAdjustment

1 Set the Power Switch to "Q" or 'I_" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and

locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it
manually for best viewability.

3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Example: Diopter Adjustment Control

0

CAUTION:

When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to
pinch your fingers.

GETTXNGSTARTEDEN 17

_ BrightnessAdjustmentOf The

Display

1 Set the Power Switch MENU

to "1_" or "PLAY" while
pressing down the Lock

Button located on the
switch.

2 Open the LCD monitor
fully. (pg. 19)

• To adjust the brightness of ^
the viewfinder, pull out the <

viewfinder fully and set

"PRIORITY" to FINDER"

( pg. 36, 39), v --
3 Press MENU. The
Menu Screen appears.

4 Press A or v to select 'tr_l" and press SET.
The CAMERA DISPLAY or VIDEO DISPLAY

Menu appears.
5 Press A or v to select "BRIGHT", and press

SET. The Menu Screen closes and the
brightness control indicator appears.

6 Press < or > until the appropriate brightness
is reached.

7 Press MENU to clear the brightness control
indicator from the display.

| TripodMounting

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.

I Loading/UnloadingA Cassette

The carncorder needs to be powered up to load

or eject a cassette.

Cassette holder cover

PUSH HERE

Make sure the window Cassette holder

side is facing out.

1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction

of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover
open until it locks. The cassette holder opens

automatically.

• Do not touch internal components.
Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH

HERE" to close the cassette holder.

• Be sure to press only the section labeled PUSH

HERE" to close the cassette holder; touching
other parts may cause your finger to get caught in
the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product
damage.

• Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes

automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.

• When the battery pack's charge is low, you may

not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do
not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a

fully charged one or use AC power before
continuing.

3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it
locks into place.

To protect valuable recordings

Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the

tape in the direction of "SAVE". This prevents the
tape from being recorded over. To record on this

tape, slide the tab back to "REC" before loading

it.

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1 8 EN GETTXNGSTARTED

NOTES:

• If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder
does not open, close the cassette holder cover
and try again, If the cassette holder still does not
open, turn the camcorder off then on again.

• If the tape does not load properly, open the
cassette holder cover fully and remove the
cassette, A few minutes later, insert it again,

• When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm environment, wait a short
time before opening the cassette holder cover.

_ Loading/UnloadingAMemory

Card(GR-DF470/450 only)

The provided memory card is already inserted*

in the camcorder at the time of purchase.

Card Cover
(MEMORY CARD)

Write/erase protection tab 3el

* GR-DF470 only

1 Make sure the camcorder's power is off.
2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with

its clipped edge first.

To unload a memory card, push it once. After
the memory card comes out of the camcorder,

pull it out.

• Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of
the label.

4 Close the card cover.

Memory card

Clipped edge

To protect valuable files (available only for
SD Memory Card)

Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side
ofthe memory card in the direction of "LOCK".

This prevents the memory card from being

recorded over. To record on this memory card,

slide the tab back to the position opposite to
"LOCK" before loading it.

NOTES:

• Some brands of memory cards are not compatible
with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory

card, consult its manufacturer or dealer.

• Before using a new memory card, it is necessary
to format the card, ( pg. 35)

ATTENTION:

Do not insert or remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
memory card to be corrupted or cause the
camcorder to become unable to recognize whether

or not the card is installed,

| BasicRecording

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed
below:

• Power (: pg. 13)

• Loading A Cassette (pg. 17)
VIDEO/MEMORY*

Power Zoom Lever

Power Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

Lock Bu_Sn

POWER/CHARGE Lamp

1 Remove the lens cap.( pg. 11)
2 Open the LCD monitor fully.
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"VIDEO".*
4 Set the Power Switch to '_" or "[]" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

• The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the

camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.

"PAUSE" is displayed.

• To record in LP (Long Play) mode, pg. 37.
5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/

Stop Button. "_._ REC" appears on the display
while recording is in progress.

6 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/
Stop Button again. The camcerder re-enters the

Record-Standby mode.
* GR-DF470/450 only

Approximate recording time

Tape

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.
60 min. 60 min. 90 min.
80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Recording mode

SP LP

VIDEORE£ORDING EN 19

NOTES:

• If the Record-Standby mode continues for
5 minutes, the camcorder's power shuts off
automatically. To turn the camcorder on again,
push back and pull out the viewfinder again or
close and re-open the LCD monitor.

• When a blank portion is left between recorded
scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted
and errors may occur when editing the tape. To
avoid this, refer to Recording From The Middle Of
A Tape" ( pg. 21).

• To turn the beep sounds off, pg. 36, 38.

TapeRemainingTime

-_timeApproxirnatecarncorderh -appears-rn" ismeanstapecalculating°ntherernainingtlledisplaY.tlle ...................................

remaining time. When the _
remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication

starts blinking.

• The time required to calculate and display the _-
remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the '_

calculation, may vary according to the type of tape _
used.

LCDMonitorAndViewfinder

While using the LCD monitor: o

Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull
on the end @ of the LCD monitor and open the

LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270 ° (90 °
downward, 180 ° upward).

While using the viewfinder:

Make sure tile LCD monitor is closed and
locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.

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20 EN VIDEO RECORDING

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. 36, 39)

• Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a

malfunction. ( pg. 57)

Zooming

Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an
instantaneous change in image magnification.

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T".

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "W".

• The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

ii

IiiiiiiiiiiiLi i O,g,to,,eomzeno

• Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to
the subject) ispossible when the Power Zoom
Lever is set all the way to "W". Also see "TELE
MACRO" in MANUAL Menu on page 38,

• When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom
out first. If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the

cameorder may automatically zoom out
depending on the distance between the
cameorder and the subject. This will net occur
when "TELE MACRO" is set to "ON". ( pg. 38)

JournalisticShooting

In some situations,

different shooting
angles may provide

more dramatic results.
Hold the camcorder in
the desired position

and tilt the LCD
monitor in the most

convenient direction. It
can rotate 270 ° (90 °
downward, 180 °

upward).

SelfRecording

Open the LCD
monitor and tilt it

upward to 180 ° so
that it faces forward,

point the lens toward
yourself and start

recording.

Self
Recording

i 15X (optical) zoom zone

, Approximate zoom ratio

NOTES:

• Focusing may become unstable during Zooming.
In this case, set the zoom while in Record-

Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus
( pg. 44), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

• Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it
can be switched to 15X magnification using the
optical zoom. ( pg. 37)

• Zoom magnification of over 15X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.

• During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.

• Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY".

(GR-DF470/450 only)

TimeCode

During recording, a time code is recorded on the
tape. This code is to confirm the location of the

recorded scene on the tape during playback.

Display

Minutes

Seconds

Frames*

,30,rames:,second)

* Frames are not displayed during recording.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time

code begins counting from "00:00:00"
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from

the end of a previously recorded scene, the time
code continues from the last time code number.

If during recording a blank portion is left partway
through the tape, the time code is interrupted.

When recording is resumed, the time code starts
counting up again from "00:00:00". This means

the camcorder may record the same time codes
as those existing in a previously recorded scene.

To prevent this, perform Recording From The
Middle Of A Tape (See the right column.) in the

following cases;

• When shooting again after playing back a
recorded tape.

• When power shuts off during shooting.

• When a tape is removed and re-inserted during

shooting.

• When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

• When shooting on a blank portion located partway

through the tape.

• When shooting again after shooting a scene then

opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

NOTES:

• The time code cannot be reset.

• During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time

code indication does not move smoothly.

• The time code is displayed only when "TIME
CODE" is set to"ON". ( pg. 39)

VIDEORECORDINGEN21

QuickReview

Enables to check the end of the last recording.

1) Press Q.REVlEW during the Recording-
Standby mode.

2) Tape is rewound for about several seconds
and played back automatically, then pauses in

the Recording-Standby mode for the next shot.

• Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is
normal.

RecordingFromTheMiddleOfATape

1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search
( -pg. 22) to find the spot at which you want to

start recording, then engage the Still Playback

mode. ( . pg. 22)

2) Set the Power Switch to '_" or "[]" while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch, then start recording.

22 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK

I NormalPlayback

VIDEO/ II_/II/A
MEMORY*

1 Load a cassette.( pg. 17)

2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"VIDEO".*

3 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

4 To start playback, press I_/11.

5 To stop playback, press II

• During Stop mode, press _41 to rewind, or 1_1_
to fast-forward the tape.

* GR-DF470/450 only

To control the speaker volume

Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/-) towards
"+" to turn up the volume, or towards "-" to turn
down the volume.

NOTES:

• The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.

( pg. 23)

• If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power
is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off
automatically. To turn on again, set the Power

Switch to "OFF", then to "PLAY".

• When a cable is connected to the AV connector,
the sound is not heard from the speaker.

StillPlayback

Pauses during video playback.

1) Press I_/11 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press I_/11
again.

• If still playback continues for more than about
3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is
automatically engaged.

MENU Power Switch

Lock Button

m/v 1_1)- SET

Speaker

ShuttleSearch

Allows high-speed search in either direction
during video playback.

1) During playback, press _ for forward
search, or _1_ for reverse search

2) To resume normal playback, press I_/11.

• During playback, press and hold 1_1_ or _41. The
search continues as long as you hold the button.
Once you release the button, normal playback

resumes.

• A slight mosaic effect appears on the display
during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

ATTENTION:

During Shuttle Search, parts
of the picture may not be
clearly visible, particularly on

the left side of the screen,

BlankSearch

Helps you find where you should start recording
in the middle of a tape to avoid time code

interruption.( pg. 21)

1 Load a cassette. ( - pg. 17)

2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"VIDEO".*
3 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

4 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

5 Press SETto select .l_,l". The VIDEO Menu
appears.
6 Press ^ or v to select "BLANK SRCH', and
press SET. The Sub Menu appears.

7 Press A or v to select "EXECUTE", and press
SET.

• The "BLANK SEARCH" indication appears and

the camcerder automatically starts reverse or
forward search, then stops at the spot which is
about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of
the detected blank portion.

• To cancel Blank Search midway, press n.
* GR-DF470/450 only

NOTES:

• Before starting Blank Search, if the current
position is at a blank portion, the camcorder

searches in the reverse direction. If the current

position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder

searches in the forward direction.

• If the beginning or end of the tape is reached

during Blank Search, the camcorder stops
automatically.

• A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of

tape may not be detected.

• The detected blank portion may be located
between recorded scenes. Before you start
recording, make sure there is no recorded scene

after the blank portion.

I ConnectionsToA TV OrVCR

Open the cover,,

To S connector

To AV connector

S cable AV cable

(optional) (provided)

O

lili

TV

VIDEOPLAYBACKEN 23

@ Black to S-VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/

VCR has S-VIDEO IN and AN input
connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to

connect the yellow video cable.)

@ Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/

VCR has only A/V input connectors.)

O Red to AUDIO R IN*
O White to AUDIO L IN*

* Not required for watching still images only.

NOTE:

The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the
YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC

Service Center described on the sheet included
in the package for details on its availability.

Make sure to connect the end with a core filter

to the camcorder. The core filter reduces

interference,

1 Make sure all units are turned off.

2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

shown in the illustration.

If using a VCR, go to step 3. ,,_
If not, go to step 4.

3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR's instruction manual.

4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set

the TV to its VIDEO mode. =::=

6 Start playback on the camcorder. ( -pg. 22) >
To choose whether or not the following

displays appear on the connected TV

• Date/time
Set "DATE/TIME" to "AUTO", "ON" or OFF".

(pg. 36, 41)
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn

on/off the date indication.

• Time code
Set "TIME CODE" to ON" or "OFF".

(pg. 36, 41)

• Indications other than date/time and time code
Set "ON SCREEN" to "OFF", "LCD" or "LCD/TV".

(pg. 36.41)

=:

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NOTES:

• It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack,

( pg. 15)

• To monitor the picture and sound from the

camcorder without inserting a tape or memory
card*, set the camcorder's Power Switch to '1_" or

_", then set your TV to the appropriate input
mode.

* GR-DF470/450 only

• Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its

minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.

_ PlaybackUsingTheRemoteControl

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can

operate this camcorder from a distance as well
as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause,

Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also
makes additional playback functions possible.

( pg. 25)

InstallingTheBattery

The remote control uses

one lithium battery
(CR2025).

1 Pull out the battery

holder by pushing the lock

tab.

2 Insert the battery in the Lock tab
holder, and be sure to

have the '%" mark visible.

3 Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.

BeamEffectiveArea(indooruse)

When using tile remote
control, be sure to point it
at the remote sensor.
The transmitted beam's

approximate effective
distance for indoor use is

5 m (16 ft). Remote sensor

NOTE:

The transmitted beam may not be effective or may
cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor
is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.

ButtonsAndFunctions

0

O Infrared beam transmitting window

• Transmits the beam signal.

The following buttons are available only when
the camcorder's Power Switch is set to "PLAY".
@ PAUSE Button

• Pauses the tape ( pg. 25)
Up Button ( pg. 26)

O SLOW Rewind Button ( pg. 25)

• hEW Button

• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on a tape

( pg. 22)

• Displays previous file in a memory card*

( pg. 29)

Left Button ( pg. 26)

OINSERTButton( pg.55)

• SHIFTButton( pg.26)
ODISPLAYButton(: pg.23,51)

• SLOWForwardButton(Seetherightcolumn.)
OPLAYButton

•StartsPlaybackofatape( pg.22)

•StartsAutoPlaybackofimagesinamemory
card*( pg.29)

• FFButton

•Forward/ForwardShuttleSearchonatape
CPg.22)

•Displaysnextfileinamemorycard*( pg.29)

RightButton( pg.26)

OA.DUBButton( pg.54)
OSTOPButton

•Stopsthetape( pg.22)

•StopsAutoPlayback*( pg.29)

DownButton(: pg.26)

@EFFECTButton( pg.26)
OEFFECTON/OFFButton("pg.26)

Thefollowingbuttonsareavailablewhenthe
camcorder'sPowerSwitchissetto"D" or 'I_".

_PZoom (T/W) Buttons

Zoom in/out (: pg. 20, 26)

(Also available with the Power Switch set to

"PLAY")

@ START/STOP Button

Functions the same as the Recording Start/
Stop Button on the camcorder.

@ S.SHOT Button

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the
camcorder.

(Also available with the Power Switch set to

"PLAY")

* G R-DF470/450 only

Slow-MotionPlayback

During normal video playback, press SLOW (411
or I1_) more than approx. 2 seconds.

• After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback

• To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE

• To stop Slow-Motion playback, press PLAY (1_).

NOTES:

• You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from

• During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image

• After SLOW (_11or I_-) is pressed and held, the

• During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be

Frame-By-FramePlayback

During normal or still playback, press SLOW
(ll_) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (411)

repeatedly for reverse. Each time SLOW (411or
I1_)is pressed, the frame is played back.

VIDEOPLAYBA£KEN 25

resumes.

(nn). ._

Still Playback by pressing SLOW (_11or I_-) more
than approx. 2 seconds.

processing, the picture may take on a mosaic
effect.

still image may be displayed for a few seconds,
followed by a blue screen for a few seconds. This

is not a malfunction.

disturbances in video and the picture may seem
unstable, especially with steady images. This is

not a malfunction.

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PlaybackZoom

Magnifies the recorded image up to 47X at any

time during video playback and D.S.C. playback

(G R-DF470/450 only).

1) Press PLAY (I,-) to start video
playback. Or perform normal

playback of images.

2) At the point you want to zoom
in, press the Zoom Button (T).

• Tozoom out, press theZoom
Button (W).

3) You can move the image on

the screen around to find a

particular portion of the picture.

While holding down SHIFT,

press <_ (Left), I> (Right), A
(Up) and V (Down).

• To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification
returns to normal. Or, press STOP (11) and then
press PLAY (1_) during video playback.

NOTES:

• Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still
playback.

• Due to digital image processing, the quality of the
image may suffer.

PlaybackSpecialEffects

Allows you to add creative effects to tile video
playback image.

_I_ CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a

strobe effect.

B/W MONOTONE: Like classic black and white

films, your footage is shot in BAN. Used together
with the Cinema mode, it enhances the "classic

film" effect.

I'_ SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish

tint like old photos. Combine this with the
Cinema mode for a classic look.

STROBE: Your recording looks like a

series of consecutive snapshots.

1) To start
playback,

press PLAY

(,).

2) Press
EFFECT. The

PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears.

3) Press EFFECT repeatedly to move the
highlight bar to the desired effect.

• The selected function is activated and after
2 seconds the menu disappears.

• To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT
ON/OFF. To reactivate the selected effect press
EFFECT ON/OFF again.

• To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2
above.

D.S.C RECORDING(GR-DF470/450 only) EN 27

| BasicShooting(D.S.C.Snapshot)

You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still
Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are

stored in the memory card.

NOTE:

Before continuing, perform the procedures listed
below:

• Power (pg. 13)

• Loading a Memory Card ( pg. 18)
VIDEO/

MEMORY SNAPSHOT

Power Switch

Lock Button

1 Remove the lens cap.

2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (pg. 19)

3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"MEMORY".
4 Set the Power Switch to '_" or "[]" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

• To change the Image Size and/or Picture Quality,

pg. 36, 40.
5 Press SNAPSHOT, The "PHOTO" indication
appears while the snapshot is being taken,

• To check how the image looks before recording it

in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT halfway

and hold. The ,,_e ,,indicator appears and stops

blinking when the captured image is focused, To

cancel the recording, release SNAPSHOT. To

record it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT

fully,

• Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode

with no frame.

• To delete unwanted still images, refer to 'Deleting

Files" ( pg. 33).

• When you do not want to hear the shutter sound,

set"BEEP" to OFF". ( pg. 36, 38)

NOTE:

If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes

when the Power Switch is set to '1_" or '_]" and

power is supplied from the battery pack, the

camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To

perform shooting again, push back and pull out the

viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD

monitor.

Approximate Number of Storable Images

• The number increases or decreases depending
on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.

Image Size/Picture Qualit

640 x 480/FINE 47 95 205 425
640 x 480/STANDARD 160 295 625 1285

1024 x 768/FINE 21 47 95 200
1024 x 768/STANDARD 65 145 310 640

Image Size/Picture Quality

640 x 480/FINE 55 105 215
640 x 480/STANDARD 190 320 648

1024 x 768/FINE 25 50 1OO
1024 x 768/STANDARD 75 160 320

Provided (GR-DF470 only)

SD Memory Card

8MB 16 MB 32 MB64 ME

MultiMediaCard

8 MB* 16 ME 32 MB

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28 EN D.S.C. RECORD[NG(GR-DF470/450 only)

IntervalShooting

During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder
continues to take snapshots automatically with

an interval of your desired setting.

1Set"INT.SHOT" to "ON". ( pg. 36, 40)

• "INTERVAl" and "4)" appear.
2 Set "INT.TIME" to the desired shooting

interval. ( pg. 36, 40)
3 Set the Power Switch to '_" or "1_1"while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

4 Press SNAPSHOT.

• First shot is taken after 2 seconds.

• The "PHOTO"indicator appears while the snapshot

is being taken.

• The clock icon (_" turns while waiting for the next

shot is being taken.

• The next shot is being taken automatically when

the shooting interval set in step 2 has passed.

5 Press SNAPSHOT to stop Interval Shooting.

To cancel Interval Shooting mode

Set "INT.SHOT" to "OFF" in step 1.
NOTES:

• It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as

the power supply instead of the battery pack.

(pg. 15)

• To distinguish between still images taken in

Interval Shooting mode and other still images, it is
recommended that you reset the file names before
shooting. ( pg. 32)

• Interval Shooting will stop if the battery runs out of

power or the Memory Card becomes full.

• The function "Animation" in the provided software

Digital Photo Navigator" can be used to create
movie files from the captured still images

®

(Windows only). To create movie files with the
Macintosh, it is recommended that you use the
function "Creating a Slideshow From Still Images"

in the commercial software "QuickTirne Pro".

D.$.C PLAYBACK(GR-DF470/450 only) EN 29

| Normal PlaybackOfImages

Images shot with the carncorder are
automatically numbered, then stored in

numerical order in the memory card. You can
view the stored images, one at a time, much like

flipping through a photo album.

2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
"MEMORY".
3 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

• The type of file (IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP) which

4 If the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP, see
the right column) screen appears, press SEE
The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.

5 Press ^ or v to select "IMAGE", and press
SET. The image playback screen (IMAGE)

appears.
6 Press < to display the previous file. Press > to

display the next file.

NOTE:
Images shot and stored on the card with another

device with resolutions other than "640 x 480" and
1024 x 768" will be displayed as thumbnails only.

These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a
PC.

PlaybackZoom

Available only with the remote control.
( pg. 25)

MENU ^ SEL

Power Switch

VIDEO/ < v > ET

MEMORY

1 Load a memory card.( pg. 18)

has been played back at the last time is displayed.

Lock Button

| AutoPlaybackOf Images

You can run through all the images stored in

memory card automatically.

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of

Images".
2 Press I_/11 to start Auto Playback.

• If you press < during Auto Playback. files are
displayed in descending order.

• If you press > during Auto Playback. files are
displayed in ascending order.

3 To end Auto Playback, press m.

| PlaybackOfVideoClips

You can view video clips ( pg. 31) stored in the

memory card.

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of
Images".
2 If the image playback (IMAGE) screen

appears, press SEE The MEMORY SELECT

screen appears. =

3 Press A or v to select

"E-MAIL CLIP", and press
SET. The video clip r-,

playback screen (E-MAIL
CLIP) appears. ,t-

4 Press < to select the

previous file. Press > to

select the next file.

5 To start playback, press I_/11. _,

6 To stop playback, press II ,_

NOTES:

• The video clip files stored with this camcorder are
compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files
stored with other devices cannot be played back

with this camcorder. _:

• You can also view video clips on your PC by using _"

®

Windows Media Player version 6.4orlater. Refer
to the instructions of PC and software.

,,=,

30 EN D.S.CoPLAYBACK(GR-DF470/450 only)

| IndexPlaybackOf Files

You can view several different files stored in the

memory card at a time. This browsing capability
makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.

1 For Index Playback of image files, perform

steps ! - 5 in "Normal Playback Of Images"

( pg. 29).
For Index Playback of video clip files, perform

steps ! - 3 in "Playback Of Video Clips"

(: pg. 29).
2 Press INDEX. The Selected file

Index Screen of the

selected type of file

appears.
3 Press >/</^/v to
move the frame to the

desired file.
4 Press SET. The
selected file is displayed. Index number

I ViewingFileInformation

You can get tile relevant file information by

pressing the INFO Button during normal

playback or Index Playback.

FOLDER: Folder name

( pg. 32)

FILE: File name

( pg. 32)

DATE: Date the file was

made
SIZE: Image size

QUALITY: Picture quality (IMAGE only)
TIME: Playback time (E-MAIL CLIP only)

PROTECT: When set to "ON", the file is

protected from accidental erasure. ( pg. 32)

• Press the INFO Button again to close the

Information Screen,

NOTE:

With images shot with other devices or processed
on a PC, 'QUALITY: - - -" will be displayed.

I RemovingOn-ScreenDisplay

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of

Images" ( - pg. 29).

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3 Press ^ or v to select "DISPLAY", and press

SET. The Sub Menu appears.
4 Press ^ or v to select "OFF", and press SET.

The operation mode indicator, folder/file number
and battery remaining power indicator

disappear.

• To display the indicators again, select "ON".
Operation mode indicator

Folder/file number

Battery remaining power indicator

ADDITIONAL FEATURESFORD.5.C (GR-DF470/450 only,) EN 31

I E-MailClipRecording

You can make video clips from real-time camera
image or recorded video footage and store them

in a memory card as files which can be
conveniently sent via E-Mail.

Tomakevideoclipsfromreal-timecamera
image

1 Load a memory card. ( pg. 18)

2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"MEMORY".
3 Set the Power Switch to '_" or "[]" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.

4 Press E-MAIL to Remaining time

engage the E-Mail Clip
Record-Standby mode.

• "E-CLIP" appears.
5 Press the Recording

Start/Stop Button to start
recording.

6 Press the Recording
Start/Stop Button to stop recording.

• "COMPLETED" is displayed, then the camcorder
re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode.

7 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording.
Approximate recording time

Image Size 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB

160 x 120 7 min. 15 min. 33 min. 68 min.

SD Memory Card

Tomakevideoclipsfromrecordedvideo
footage

1 Load a cassette. ( _pg. 17)

2 Load a memory card. (pg. 18)
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO".

4 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

5 Press I_/11 to start video playback.

6 Press E-MAIL to engage the E-Mail Clip

Record-Standby mode.

• E-CLIP" appears.

• To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording, press E-MAIL
again or press • to stop video playback.

7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press

the Recording Start/Stop Button to start E-Mail

Clip Recording.
8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

stop E-Mail Clip Recording.

• COMPLETED" is displayed, then the camcorder
re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode. .--_

9

Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. -_

NOTES:

• Approximate maximum recording time per video
clip is 3 minutes.

• The video clip files stored with this camcorder are
compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files

stored with other devices cannot be played back
with this camcorder.

,-t

MultiMediaCard

Image Size 8 MB* 16 MB 32 MB

160 x 120 8 min. 17 min. 34 min.

Provided (GR-DF470 only)

32 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURESFORD.5.C (GR-DF470/450 only,)

NOTE:

_ DubbingStill ImagesRecordedOn

ATapeToAMemoryCard

Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a
memory card.

1 Load a cassette.( pg. 17)

2 Load a memory card. (pg. 18)
3 Set "SNAP/SLOW" to the desired mode.

(except"SLOW", - pg. 36, 37)

4 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO".

5 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.
6 Set "r_ _ I_1 COPY" to "ON".

( -pg. 36,41)
7 Press I_/11 to start playback.

8 At the point you want to dub, press I_/11
again to engage Still Playback.

9 To dub the image, press SNAPSHOT.

• The "_" indication appears during dubbing.

NOTES:

• To use Playback Special effects with a video
image you wish to dub, perform up to step 9 using

the remote control, ( pg. 26)

• Images are dubbed in 640 x 480 pixels.

| ResettingTheFileName

By resetting tile file name, a new folder will be
made. The new files you are going to make will
be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to

separate the new files from previously made
files.

1 To reset the file name...

...for images, display its playback screen.
( pg. 29)

...for video clips, display its playback screen.
(: pg. 29)

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

3 Press ^ or v to select "NO. RESET", and
press SET. The NO. RESET screen appears.

4 Press ^ or v to select "EXECUTE", and press
SET. The new folder (such as "101JVCGR") will

be made and the file name of the next shot

starts from DVCO0001.

If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder
(such as "101JVCGR") will be made and the file

name will start again from DVCO0001.

ProtectingFiles

Tile Protect mode helps prevent tile accidental
erasure of files.

1 To protect the file...
...for images, display its playback screen.
( pg. 29)

...for video clips, display its playback screen.
(: _ pg. 29)

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

3 Press ^ or v to select "PROTECT", and press
SET, The Sub Menu appears.

To protect the currently displayed file
4 Press ^ or v to select
"CURRENT", and press

SET, The PROTECT
screen appears.

5 Press < or > to select

the desired file.
6 Press ^ or v to select

"EXECUTE", and press
SET.

• To cancel protection,

select RETURN".

• Repeat steps 5 and 6 for

all files you want to
protect,

To protect all files stored in the memory card

4 Press ^ or v to select "PROT.ALIJ', and press

SET. The PROTECT screen appears.

5 Press ^ or v to select "EXECUTE", and press

SET.

• To cancel protection, select "RETURN",

NOTES:

• If the (_v:" mark appears, the currently displayed

file is protected.

• When the memory card is initialized or corrupted,

even protected files are deleted. If you do not
want to lose important files, transfer them to a PC

and save them.

ADDITIONAL FEATURESFORD.S.C (GR-DF470/650 only) EN 33

ToRemoveProtection

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 - 3
in "Protecting Files".

To remove protection from the currently
displayed file

4 Press ^ or v to select "CURRENT", and press
SET, The PROTECT screen appears.

5 Press < or > to select the desired file.
6 Press ^ or v to select "EXECUTE", and press

SET.

• To cancel selection, select "RETURN".

• Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all files you want to
remove protection.

To remove protection from all files stored in
the memory card

4 Press ^ or v to select "CANC.ALIJ', and press

SET, The PROTECT screen appears.
5 Press A or v to select "EXECUTE", and press

SET.

• To cancel selection, select "RETURN".

I DeletingFiles

Previously stored files can be deleted either one
at a time or all at once.

1To delete the file...

...for images, display its playback screen.
( pg. 29)

...for video clips, display its playback screen.
(:" pg. 29)

2 Press MENU, The Menu Screen appears.
3 Press ^ or v to select "DELETE", and press

SET. The Sub Menu appears.

To delete the currently displayed file

4 Press ^ or v to select

"CURRENT", and press
SET. The DELETE screen

appears.
5 Press < or > to select

the desired file.
6 Press ^ or v to select

"EXECUTE", and press
SET.

• To cancel deletion, select
"RETURN".

• Repeat steps 5 and 6 for
all files you want to delete.

NOTE:

If the _ " mark appears, the selected file is
protected and cannot be deleted.

To delete all files stored in the memory card
4 Press ^ or v to select "ALTO',and press SET. _,

The DELETE screen appears.

Press ^ or v to select "EXECUTE", and press

SET. z

• To cancel deletion, select "RETURN".

NOTES:

• Protected files ( pg. 32) cannot be deleted. To _=
delete them, remove protection first.

• Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.
Check files before deleting.

CAUTION: '_

Do not remove the memory card or perform any

other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) "_
during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided

AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted

if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If

the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.

(pg. 35)

&

ci

34 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURESFORD.S.£.

_ SettingPrint Information(DPOF

Setting)

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF

(Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to

support future systems such as automatic

printing. You can select one of the 2 print
information settings for images stored in the

memory card: "To Print All Still Images (One
Print For Each)" or "To Print By Selecting Still

Images And Number Of Prints".

NOTES:

• If you load a memory card already set as shown

below ina printer compatible with DPOF, it will
make prints of the selected still images
automatically.

• To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them
to a memory card. ( pg. 32)

ToPrintAllStillImages(OnePrintForEach)

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of

Images"( pg. 29).

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3 Press ^ or v to select

"DPOF", and press SET.
The Sub Menu appears.

4 Press ^ or v to select
"ALL 1", and press SET.

The DPOF screen

appears.
5 Press A or v to select

"EXECUTE", and press
SET. The normal playback
screen appears.

• To cancel selection, select
RETURN".

(GR-DF470/4 50 only)

ToPrintBySelectingStillImagesAnd
NumberOfPrints

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "To Print All Still

Images (One Print For Each)".
2 Press ^ or v to select
"CURRENT", and press

SET. The DPOF screen
appears.

Press < or > to select

the desired file.
4 Press ^ or v to select the number indication

(00), and press SET.

5 Select the number of
prints by pressing ^ to

increase the number, or v
to decrease the number,

and press SET,

• Repeat steps 3 through 5

for the desired number of
prints.

• The number of prints can be set up to 15.

• To correct the number of prints, select the image

again and change the number.

6 Press A or v to select

"RETURN", and press
SET. The "SAVE?"

appears.

• If you did not change any

settings in step 3 through
5, the Menu Screen

reappears.
7 Press A or v to select "EXECUTE" to save the
setting you have just made, and press SET.

• To cancel selection, select CANCEl".

ADDITIONALFEATURESFORD.S.C (GR-DF470/450 only) EN35

ToResetTheNumberOf Prints n Initializing A Memory Card

1 Perform steps ! - 3 in "To Print All Still

Images (One Print For Each)".
2 Press ^ or v to select "RESET", and press

SET. The DPOF screen appears.
3 Press A or v to select "EXECUTE", and press

SET. The normal playback screen appears.

• To cancel selection, select RETURN".

• The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still
images.

CAUTION:

While performing the above, never disconnect
power, as this may cause the memory card to be
corrupted.

You can initialize a memory card any time.
After initializing, all files and data stored in the

memory card, including those which have been
protected, are cleared.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"MEMORY".

2 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
4 Press A or v to select
"FORMAT", and press

SET. The FORMAT
screen appears.

S Press ^ or v to select
"EXECUTE", and press

SET. The memory card is

initialized.

• When initialization is finished, NO IMAGES

STORED" or "NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED"
appears.

• To cancel initialization, select 'RETURN".

CAUTION:

Do not perform any other operation (such as
turning off the camcorder) during initialization.
Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as
the memory card may be corrupted if the battery

becomes exhausted during initialization. If the

memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it,

36 EN MENUS FORDETAILEDADJUSTMENT

I ChangingTheMenuSettings

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,

on-screen menu system that simplifies many of

the more detailed camcorder settings.

( -pg. 37-41)

VIDEO/

MEMORY* MENU ^

v SET

1 For Video and D.S.C.* Recording Menus:

• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO" or

"MEMORY".*

• Set the Power Switch to "_]" while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.

For Video Playback Menus:

• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO".*

• Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.

• For D.S.C. Playback Menus, refer to "D.S.C.
PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only)" ( pg. 29).*

2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( _pg. 19)
3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

4 Press ^ or v to select the desired function,

and press SET. The selected function menu
appears.

Screen for Video Screen for Video

and D.S.C.* Playback Menu

Recordin 9 Menu

5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the

selected function.

* GR-DF470/450 only

Power Switch

Lock Button

MenuswithoutSubMenus

WIPE/FADER Selected menu icon
( pg. 47) blinks.
D PROGRAM AE Selected

( pg. 47) parameter

EXPOSURE
(: pg. 44)

W. BALANCE

( pg. 46)

1) Press ^ or v to select
the desired parameter.

• Example: D PROGRAM

AE Menu

2) Press SET. Selection is complete. The Menu
Screen returns.

• Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other

function menus.

3) Press SET. The Menu Screen closes.

MenuswithSubMenus

[] CAMERA (:, pg. 37) Selected menu icon

MANUAL blinks,
( pg. 38)

SYSTEM (: pg. 38)

CAMERA DISPLAY

(: • pg. 39)
1'71DSC (:- pg. 40)*

VIDEO (: pg. 40)

VIDEO DISPLAY
(pg. 41)

1) Press ^ or v to select
the desired function, Sub Menu

and press SET. The
Sub Menu appears.

• Example: _ CAMERA

Menu

2) Press ^ or v to select
the desired parameter.

3) Press SET. Selection
is complete.

• Repeat the procedure if

you wish to set other
function menus.

4) Press SET. The
Menu Screen returns.

• Repeat the procedure if

you wish to set other function menus.

5) Press SET. The Menu Screen closes.
* GR-DF470/450 only

Selected function

I RecordingMenus

BICAMERA

The "1_ CAMERA" settings are effective when
the Power Switch is set to both "Q" and 'I_".

However, the menu settings can be changed
only when the Power Switch is set to 'I_".

[ ] = Factory-preset

:l=[_ ILVJ[e]D]=1

[SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode
LP: Long Play--more economical, providing 1.5

times the recording time.

NOTES:

• Audio Dubbing (pg. 54) and Insert Editing

( pg. 55) are possible on tapes recorded in the
SP mode.

• If the recording mode isswitched, the playback
picture will be blurred at the switching point.

• It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP
mode on this camcorder be played back on this

camcorder.

• During playback of a tape recorded on another

camcorder, blocks of noise may appear orthere

may be momentary pauses in the sound.

.'[ellJ # ID] Lvj[e] D] =1

[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo
sound on four separate channels, and is

necessary for use when performing Audio
Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of

previous models)
16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound

on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the
48 kHz mode of previous models)

_(oIo]LN

15X: When set to "15X" while using digital zoom,
the zoom magnification will be limited to 15X

since digital zoom will be disengaged.
[60X]*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By

digitally processing and magnifying images,
zooming is possible beyond 15X (the optical

zoom limit), to a maximum of 60X digital
magnification.

700X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By
digitally processing and magnifying images,

zooming is possible beyond 15X (the optical
zoom limit), to a maximum of 700X digital

magnification.
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

is set to VIDEO". (GR-DF470/450 only)

MENUSFORBETA[LEDAB3USTMENT EN 37

."]_'./L,,."]l[o2;j

[FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame
NEGA: Nega mode

PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode
FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame

SLOW: Live Slow mode

[FULL] NEGA PIN-UP FRAME
For details on the procedure, refer to "Live Slow
(GR-DF470/450 only)" (pg. 42) and

"Snapshot (For Video Recording)" ( - pg. 43).

el.,11# llJ _

OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment.

[AGO]: The overall appearance may be grainy,
but the image is bright.

AUTO "!_-A :The shutter speed is automatically

adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor
lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter

image than in the AGC mode, but the subject's
movements are not smooth or natural. The

overall appearance may be grainy. While the

shutter speed is being automatically adjusted,
"'_!.'-A" is displayed.

_ (GR-DF470/450 only)

[MANUAL]: Enables thumbnail images to be
made manually.( "pg. 49)

5SEC / 15SEC / 30SEC / 60SEC:

The captured image is stored in the memory

card as a thumbnail image when the recording

time is over the navigation time.

For example, "5SEC" is suitable to record short

scenes with the thumbnail images. ( pg. 48)

However, the stored thumbnail images may take
up a lot of memory. In this case, using the

memory card with large capacity is
recommended.
OFF: Disables the function.

• The "uINm"indicator appears when
"NAVIGATION" is set to other than "MANUAL'

and "OFF".

38 EN MENUS FORDETAILEDADJUSTMENT

MANUAL SQUEEZE*[_[]:ForplaybackonTVs withan

The '_ MANUAl" settings are effective only
when the Power Switch is set to "[]".

[ ] = Factory-preset

OFF: Disables the function.
[ON [(,lil)J]: To compensate for unstable images

caused by camera-shake, particularly at high
magnification.

NOTES:

• Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand

shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting
condition.

• The "[(_i)]" indicator blinks or goes out if the
Stabilizer cannot be used.

• Switch off this mode when recording with the
camcorder on a tripod.

:'[.-'t

[OFF]: Disables 5-Second Recording.
5S: Enables 5-Second Recording. (_ pg. 42)

Anirn.: Allows you to record a few frames only.

By using an inanimate object and changing its
position between shots, you can record the

subject as though it is moving.

I1:1!:1 LvJV:Io]:[o]

[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: When the distance to the subject is less

than 1 m (3.3 ft), set "TELE MACRO" to "ON".
You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a

distance of approx. 60 cm (23-5/8").

NOTE:

Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out

of focus,

,vlVill]:ILV_[I]I] =1

[OFF]: Records with no change in the screen
ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen
ratio.

CINEMA*r--l: Inserts black bands at the top and
bottom of the screen. The [] indicator appears.

During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black
bands at the top and bottom of the screen are

cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When
using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV's

instruction manual. During playback/recording
on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands

are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen
and the image appears like a letter boxed 16:9

movie.

aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the
image to fit the screen without distortion. The

indicator appears. When using this mode,

refer to your wide-screen TV's instruction
manual. During playbacWrecording on 4:3 TVs/

LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated
vertically.

* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

is set to VIDEO". (GR-DF470/450 only)

L_rlvjI _llX_lJn i

[OFF]: Disengages the function.
ON _ : Helps cut down on noise created by

wind. The" _" indicator appears. The quality of
the sound will change. This is normal.

D SYSTEM

The '_ SYSTEM" functions which are set when
the Power Switch is set to 'I_" are also applied

when the Power Switch is set to "PLAY".
[ ] = Factory-preset

:]::l::l'J

OFF: Even though not heard while shooting,
shutter sound is recorded on the tape.

BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is
turned on or off, and atthe beginning and end of

recording. It also activates the shutter sound
effect. (: pg. 27, 43)

[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds
when any operation is performed. It also
activates the shutter sound effect.

( pg. 27, 43)

OFF: Disables the remote control operations.
[ON]: Enables the remote control operations.

OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take
place.
[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as

Program AE with special effects, etc., and can
be used to confirm haw these functions operate.

Demonstration starts in the following cases:

• When the Menu Screen is closed after "DEMO
MODE" is turned "ON".

• With DEMO MODE" set to ON", if there is no

operation for about 3 minutes after the Power

Switch is set to '1_" or '_]".

• Performing any operation during the

demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more

than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will

resume,

NOTES:

• Even with DEMO MODE" set to ON", if a

cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration
will not take place,

• "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the

camcorder power is turned off.

• If "DEMO MODE" remains ON", some functions

will not be available, After viewing demo, set to

"OFF".

I:l[o]:lii'|

[LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD
monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while

the LCD monitor is opened.
FINDER: The image is displayed in the

viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out
while the LCD monitor is opened.

W.,IL)_111t_-_=11

EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-
preset.

[RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the
factory-preset.

_] CAMERA DISPLAY

• The '_" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are
effective even when the Power Switch is set to

"_". However, the menu settings can be changed

only when the Power Switch is set to '_]".

• The 1_" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings except
"BRIGHT", LANGUAGE", and AUDIO LEV." are

effective only for shooting.

[ ] = Factory-preset

MENUSFORDETAILEDADJUSTMENT EN 39

:]:l[_:ii

pg. 17, "Brightness Adjustment Of The

Display"

oi! _.-[o]:l :q:lll

LCD: Keeps the camcorder's display (except the
date, time and time code) from appearing on the
connected TV screen.

[LCD/'rv]: Makes the camcorder's display
appear on screen when the camcorder is

connected to a TV.

OFF: The date/time does not appear.
[AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5

seconds when the Power Switch is set from
"OFF" to '_" or 'I_".

ON: The date/time is always displayed.

• The date indication can also be turned on/off by
pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote
control. (pg. 23, 51)

illN =[_o]l]=l

[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.
ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder

and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are
not displayed during recording. ( pg. 21)

IF.*I_[€_l#.*T_:1

For GR-DF470/450

[ENGLISH] / FRAN(_AIS / ESPAI_IOL /
PORTUGUI_S / q_ / _o_

For GR-DF430
[ENGLISH] / FRAN(_AIS / ESPAI_IOL /

PORTUGUI_S / q_

The language setting can be changed.

( - pg. 16)

:TuJ)][e]!:kVA

OFF: Auxiliary microphone level indicator does
nat appear.

[ON]: Displays auxiliary microphone level
indicator when optional microphone is

connected. ( pg. 8)

_tI[lI_ [q.,1ill!

pg. 16, "Date/Time Settings"

40 EN MENUS FORDETAILEDADJUSTMENT

r_ DSC (GR-DF470/450 only)

[ ] = Factory-preset

__qi/:l!ili'l

[FINE] / STANDARD

The Picture Quality mode can be selected to

best match your needs. Two Picture Quality
modes are available: FINE (_) and

STANDARD (_) (in order of quality).

NOTE:

The number of storable images depends on the
selected picture quality as well as the composition
of the subjects in the images and the type of

memory card being used. ( pg. 27)

hVjl.,Te]= _L']_'4=

640 x 480 / [1024 x 768]

The Image Size mode can be selected to best

match your needs. ( pg. 27)

NOTE:

The setting can be changed only when the VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY".

11:[o,)l,,,"]:1ill_oi d

[ r_l (TAPE)]: When Snapshot recording is
performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set

to "VIDEO", still images are recorded only onto
the tape.

r_/_. I_1 (TAPE/CARD): When Snapshot

recording is performed with the VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch set to "VIDEO", still images

are recorded not only onto the tape but also in

the memory card (640 x 480 pixels). In this

mode, the "SNAP/SLOW" selection in CAMERA
Menu is also applicable to memory card

recording.

I! i ii,,"] I Ill I

[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Enables interval shooting. ( - pg. 28)

I! illllhVJl:l

15SEC/30SEC/ [1MIN]/ 2MIN/ 5MIN/ 10MIN/

30MIN/60MIN

Allows you to select the shooting interval for
interval shooting. ( pg. 28)

i PlaybackMenus

I_ VIDEO

[ ] = Factory-preset
SOUND MODE and NARRATION

During tape playback, the camcorder detects the
sound mode in which the recording was made,

and plays the sound back. Select the type of
sound to accompany your playback picture.

According to the menu access explanation on
page 36, select "SOUND MODE" or
"NARRATION" from the Menu Screen and set it

to the desired parameter.

[STEREO I_1]: Sound is output on both "E' and
"R" channels in stereo,

SOUND L _: Sound from the "E' channel is
output.
SOUND R _]: Sound from the "R" channel is

output.

ll:11111:11[o]II

[OFF]: Original sound is output on both "[2'and
"R" channels in stereo.

ON: Dubbed sound is output on both "t_'and "R"
channels in stereo. (: pg. 54)

MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined
and output in stereo on both "12'and "R"
channels.

MENUSFORBETA_fLEDADJUSTMENT EN 41

[SP]/ LP

Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP
or LP) depending on your preference. It is

recommended you use "REC MODE" in VIDEO
Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder

during dubbing. (: -pg. 51,52)

_ (GR-DF470/450 only)

[OFF]: When the SNAPSHOT button is pressed
during tape playback, the playback image

pauses and normal playback will resume after
approximately 6 seconds. (The still image is not

recorded.)
ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a

tape to a memory card. ( "pg. 32)

IMAGE SEL. / TAPE SEL. / ALL / RETURN
" pg. 49, "To delete thumbnail images"

:]IF.*1_I_4[_]:[e] -"I

pg. 22, "Blank Search"

._/:\v| I_I"._liII

[OFF]: Disables audio/video signal input from
the AV and S-Video connectors. (: pg. 51)

ON: Enables audio/video signal input from the
AV and S-Video connectors. (pg. 51)

NOTE:

When set to ON", the S-video input has a priority to
the composite video input.

[_SYSTEM

Each setting is linked with '_ SYSTEM", which
appears when the Power Switch is set to "[]".

( pg. 36)

• The parameters are the same as in the
description on page 38.

I_] VIDEO DISPLAY

The "r_" (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings are
effective only for video playback except

"BRIGHT", "LANGUAGE", and "AUDIO LEV.".

• The parameters (except OFF" in ON SCREEN
settings) are the same as in the description

(CAMERA DISPLAY) on page 39.

[ ] = Factory-preset

:1:1[_Iil

pg. 17, "Brightness Adjustment Of The

Display"

OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV

When set to "OFF", the camcorder's display

disappears.

[OFF] / AUTO / ON

When setto "AUTO", the date/time are displayed

in the following cases:

• When playback starts, The camcorder displays
the date/time when scenes are recorded.

• When the date is changed during playback.

[OFF] / ON

pg. 21, "Time Code"

IF.*1_[_IY.*T_ :1

For GR-DF470/450

[ENGLISH]./FRAN(_AIS / ESPAI_IOL /
PORTUGUES / _ / _o_

For GR-DF430

[ENGLISH]/FRAN_AIS / ESPAI_IOL /
PORTUGUES ! m_

The language setting can be changed.

( "pg. 16)

OFF / [ON]

pg. 39, "AUDIO LEV."

42 EN FEATURESFORRECORDIN6

I LEDLight

LED Light can be used to
brighten the subject in the dark

place during video recording or
D.S,C. shooting.

1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to

change the setting.
OFF: Turns off the light. LED Light

ON: The light is on always. (_:'_
appears.)

AUTO: The light turns on automatically when

dark. (_A appears.)
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a
still image.

NOTES:

• Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to
eyes.

• If the light does not reach the subject when the
LED Light setting is "ON", the Night-Alive function
will be activated, and makes it possible to shoot
the subject brighter,

• There is a difference in the brightness of the
images shot between the center area which is
illuminated bythe LED Light and the surrounding
areas (which will be darker).

• Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter
speed when the LED Light setting is 'ON", they
will appear slightly blurred.

I LiveSlow(GR-DF470/450 only)

This feature is useful for recording or playing

back precious or hard-to-see moments at a slow

speed. Sound is recorded and played back in

real time.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO".

Set "SNAP/SLOW" to "SLOW".

( pg. 36, 37) The Live Slow indicator "_._"
appears.

3 Press SLOW during recording or playback.

eThe moving pictures are divided into four

frames. They are recorded or played back for

1.5 seconds, and then normal recording or

playback resumes.

5-SecondRecording

Record a vacation or an important event in 5-

second clips to keep the action moving. This
function is available only for video recording.

1 Set "5S" to "5S". (, pg. 38)

• The "5S" indicator appears.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

start recording, and after 5 seconds the
camcorder enters Record-Standby mode

automatically.

• Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button

again within 5 seconds after recording starts,
Record-Standby mode is not engaged.

3 To exit the 5S mode, select "OFF" in step l.
To take a snapshot in the 5-second recording

mode

Instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop
Button in step 2, select the desired Snapshot
mode in CAMERA Menu ( pg. 37), then press

SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-
second still. When "5S" is set to "Anim.", this

function is net available.

NOTE:

When 5S" isset to Anita.", the 5-Second
Recording mode is not available. Animation
recording of a few frames only is taken instead.

FEATURESFORRECORDINGEN 43

I Night-Alive

Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting.

Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may
look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter

speed.

1 Set the Power Switch to "[]".

2 Set'_" to "NIGHTALIVE'L ( pg. 47) The

Night-Alive indicator "_" appears.

• The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to
provide up to 30 times sensitivity.

• "A" appears beside "_" while the shutter speed
is being automatically adjusted.

To deactivate Night-Alive
Set "D" to "OFF" so that the Night-Alive

indicator disappears.

NOTES:

• During Night-Alive, the following functions or

settings cannot be activated and its indicator

blinks or goes out:

• Some modes of Program AE With Special

Effects" ( pg. 47).

• GAIN UP" in CAMERA Menu (_ pg. 37).

• DIS" in MANUAL Menu ( pg. 38).

• During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the

camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a
tripod is recommended.

I Snapshot(ForVideoRecording)

This feature lets you record still images that look

like photographs onto a tape.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to

"VIDEO".*

2 Set the Power Switch to "[]".
3 Set "SNAP/SLOW" to the desired mode.

( pg. 36, 37) The Snapshot indicator"_]"
appears.*

4 Press SNAPSHOT.

• There is the sound effect of a shutter closing,

• The "PHOTO"indication appears and a still image
will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcerder re-enters the Record-Standby mode,

• You can perform Snapshot also during recording,
A still image will be recorded for approx.
6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.

• Regardless of the Power Switch position ('1_" or
"_]"), Snapshot recording takes place using the
selected Snapshot mode,

* GR-DF470/450 only

MotorDriveMode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 4
provides an effect similar to serial photography.

(interval between still images: approx. 1 second)

• The Motor Drive mode is disabled when "REC
SELECT" is set to '_.r'l_/_l_l_l". ( pg. 40)

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44 EN FEATURESFORRECORDXNG

I ManualFocus

The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers

continuous shooting ability from close-up (as
close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to

infinity.
However, correct focus may not be obtained
depending on the shooting condition. In this

case, use the manual focus mode.

1 Setthe Power Switch to

2 Press FOCUS. The

manual focus indicator
appears.

Press < or > to focus on

a subject.

• When the focus level
cannot be adjusted any

further or closer, " _" or "-_-" will blink.

4 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus

Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to

Manual focus is recommended in situations
listed below.

• When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

• When illumination is low.*

• When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-
color wall, ora clear, blue sky.*

• When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder.*

• When the scene contains minute patterns or
identical patterns that are regularly repeated.

• When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

• When shooting a scene with a high-contrast
background.

* The following low-contrast warnings appear

blinking: _, _1, • and -_.

Manual focus

indicator

I ExposureControl

Manual exposure control is recommended in the
following situations:

• When shooting using reverse lighting or when the
background is too bright.

• When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.

• When the background is overly dark or the subject
is bright.

1 Set the Power Switch to "[]".

2 Set "_" to "MANUAI_'. ( pg. 36)

• The exposure control indicator appears.

3 To brighten the image, press >. To darken the
image, press <. (maximum _+6)

• +3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight
compensation. ( pg. 45)

• -3 exposure has the same effect as when "D" is
set to"SPOTLIGHT". ( pg. 48)

4 Press SET. Exposure adjustment is
complete.

To return to automatic exposure control

Select +'AUTO" in step 2. Or+ set the Power
Switch to '_".

NOTES:

• You cannot use the manual exposure control at
the same time when '_" is set to "SPOTLIGHT"

or SNOW" (: pg. 47), or with the backlight
compensation.

• If the adjustment does not cause any visible
change in brightness, set "GAIN UP" to AUTO".
(: pg. 36, 37)

I IrisLock

Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris
contracts in well-lit environments to keep too

much light from entering, and dilates in dim
environments to allow in more light.

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), such as when the subject is backing
away.

• When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.

• When shooting objects under a spotlight.

• When zooming.

1 Set the Power Switch to "[]".

2 Set '_" to "MANUAI2L ( _ pg. 36)

• The exposure control indicator appears.

3 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold

SET for over 2 seconds. The exposure control
indicator and the ,,hi,, indication appear.

4 Press SET, The "1111"indication changes to
"[_" and the iris is locked.

To return to automatic iris control

Select "AUTO" in step :2. Or, set the Power
Switch to '_".

• The exposure control indicator and II1"
disappear.

To lock the exposure control and the iris
After step 2, adjust the exposure by pressing <

or >. Then lock the iris in steps .3 and 4. For
automatic locking, select "AUTO" in step 2. The

exposure control and the iris become automatic.

I BacklightCompensation

Backlight compensation brightens the subject
quickly.

With simple operation, backlight compensation
feature brightens the dark subject portion by

increasing the exposure.

1 Set the Power Switch to "l_r'.

Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight

Compensation indicator "I'_1" appears.

FEATURESFORRECORDINGEN 45

To cancel Backlight Compensation

Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the "r_"
indicator disappears.

NOTE:

Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light
around the subject to become too bright and the
subject to become white.

I SpotExposureControl

Selection of a spot metering area enables more

precise exposure compensation. You can select

one of the three metering areas on the LCD

monitor/viewfinder.

1 Set the Power Switch to "_".

Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the Spot

Exposure Control indicator "[]" appears.

• A spot metering area frame appears at the

center of the LCD monitor/viewfinder.

3 Press > or < to select the desired spot

metering area frame.
4 Press SET.

• Spot Exposure Control is engaged.

• Exposure is adjusted to make the brightness of

the selected area most appropriate.

To lock the iris
After step 3, press and hold SET over 2

seconds. The "_" indication appears and the

iris is locked. ,_
To cancel Spot Exposure Control

Press BACK LIGHT once so that the "[_" ,_

indicator disappears, z

NOTES:

• You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the =€

same time with following functions.

• SQUEEZE" in 'WIDE MODE" ( pg. 38)

• STROBE" in'PROGRAM AE" ( pg. 47)

• Digital Zoom (: pg. 20)

• Manual Exposure Control

• Depending on the shooting location and condition,

optimum result may not be attained.

46 EN FEATURESFORRECORDING

I WhiteBalanceAdjustment

The white balance refers to the correctness of

color reproduction under various lighting. If the

white balance is correct, all other colors will be

accurately reproduced.

The white balance is usually adjusted

automatically. However, more advanced
camcorder operators control this function

manually to achieve a more professional color/

tint reproduction.

To change the setting

Set "1_;_"to the desired mode ( pg. 36)

• The selected mode indicator except AUTO"
appears.

[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted
automatically.

_'.d MWB: Adjust the white balance manually

when shooting under various types of lighting.

("Manual White Balance Adjustment")

-_0? FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.

;,_,_ HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of
lighting is used.
[ ] = Factory-preset

To return to automatic white balance

Set "1_;_"to "AUTO". (: pg. 36)
Or, set the Power Switch to '_".

I ManualWhite BalanceAdjustment

Adjust the white
balance manually when

shooting under various
types of lighting.

1 Set the Power

Switch to "_]", White paper
2 Hold asheet of plain

white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom
or position yourself so that the white paper fills

the screen,
3 Select "MWB" in "1'_ W.BALANCE" menu
( pg. 36), then press and hold SET until

begins blinking.

• When the setting is completed, _=zlstops blinking.
4 Press SET twice. The Menu Screen closes

and the Manual White Balance indicator _ is
displayed,

NOTES:

• In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually.
( pg. 44)

• A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature
is different depending on the light source, the
subject tint will differ depending on the white
balance settings. Use this function for a more

natural result.

• Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or
the battery removed.

I WipeOr FaderEffects

These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition

from one scene to the next.
Wipe or Fader works when video recording is

started or stopped.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO'.

(GR-DF470/450 only)

2 Set the Power Switch to "[]".
3 Set'_l" to the desired mode. ( pg. 36)

• The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the
effect is reserved.

• The selected effect indicator appears.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.

To deactivate the selected effect

Select "OFF" in step 3. The effect indicator
disappears.

NOTES:

• You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by
pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop

Button.

• Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with

certain modes of Program AE with special effects.

(See the right column.) In this case, the selected
indicator blinks or goes out.

WmE/FADER

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)
[] FADER-WHITE: Fade in or out with a white

screen.
[] FADER-BLACK: Fade in or out with a black

screen.
B._WWFADER-B.W: Fade in to a color screen

from a black and white screen, or fade out from
color to black and white.

WIPEiCORNER: Wipe in on a black screen
from the upper right to the lower left corner, or
wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a

black screen.
[] WIPE-WINDOW: The scene starts in the

center of a black screen and wipes in toward the
corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually

wiping out to the center.

FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN 47

_--_ WIPE-SLIDE: Wipe in from rightto left, or

wipe out from leftto right.

[] WIPE-DOOR: Wipe in asthe two halves of
a black screen open to the left and right,

revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black
screen reappears from left and right to cover the
scene.

[] WIPE-SCROLL: The scene wipes in from
the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes

out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.
[] WIPE-SHUTTER: Wipe in from the center

of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or
wipe out from the top and bottom toward the

center leaving a black screen.

I ProgramAEWith SpecialEffects

1 Set the Power Switch to "[]".

2 Set "D" to the desired mode. ( pg. 36)

• The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the

selected effect is activated.

• The selected effect indicator appears.
To deactivate the selected effect

Select "OFF" in step 2. The effect indicator

disappears.

NOTES:

• Some modes of Program AE with special effects

cannot be used during Night-Alive.

• When a subject is too bright or reflective, a vertical

streak may appear (smear phenomenon). Smear ;_
phenomenon tends to occur when "SPORTS" or

any mode of SHUTTER 1/250 - 1/4000" is
selected.

• Some modes of Program AE with special effects

cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects.
(See the left column.) In this case. the selected '_
indicator blinks or goes out.

2

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48 ENFEATURESFORRECORDING

PROGRAMAE

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)
NIGHTALIVE: ( pg. 43)

1/60SHUTTER 1/60: The shutter speed is fixed

at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually
appear when shooting a TV screen become

narrower.

11100 SHUTTER 1/100: The shutter speed is
fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that

occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light
or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced.

SHUTTER 1/250/SHUTTER 1/500/
SHUTTER 1/1000"/SHUTTER 1/2000"/

SHUTTER 1/4000": These settings allow fast-

moving images to be captured one frame at a

time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback by
fixing shutter speed variables. Use these

settings when an automatic adjustment does not
work well, using SPORTS mode. The faster the

shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes.

Use the shutter function under good lighting
conditions.

"_ SPORTS

(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 - 1/4000):
This setting allows fast-moving images to be

captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable

slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter
speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the

shutter function under good lighting conditions.
_ SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may

otherwise appear too dark when shooting in
extremely bright surroundings such as in the

snow,

[] SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects
that may otherwise appear too bright when
shooting under extremely strong direct lighting

such as spotlights.
_ TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look

more natural. White Balance ( pg. 46) is

automatically set to "_0?", but can be changed to
your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen,

the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus
from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less

than 10 m (32 ft), adjust the focus manually.

r-_ SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish

tint like old photos. Combine this with the
Cinema mode for a classic look.

B/W MONOTONE: Like classic black and white
films, your footage is shot in BAN. Used together

with the Cinema mode, it enhances the "classic
film" effect.

_!_ CLASSIC FILM*: Gives recorded scenes a
strobe effect.

STROBE*: Your recording looks like a

series of consecutive snapshots.
[_] MIRROR*: Creates a mirror image on the

right half of the screen, juxtaposed to the normal
image on the other half.

* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

is set to VIDEO". (GR-DF470/450 only)

I NavigationFunction(GR-DF470/

450 only)

The Navigation Function helps you check tape
contents by making thumbnail images on a

memory card.

Before continuing

To use Navigation functions, load a cassette and
memory card, then set the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch to "VIDEO".

Tomakethumbnailimagesduringvideo
recordingautomatically

1 Set "NAVIGATION" to the desired navigation

storing time.( "pg. 36,37)

• If the "mNm" indicator appears blinking on the
screen, wait until it stops blinking. If it does not
stop blinking after a while, check if a memory card

is loaded.

2 Set the Power Switch to "[]" or 'I_".
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

start recording.

• When the recording time is over the navigation
time set in step 1, "IT_]" appears briefly, then the

image of the point where recording is started is
captured and stored in the memory card as a
thumbnail image,

• If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed
before "mNm" stops blinking, the image of the point

where the loaded memory card is recognized is
captured.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
stop recording.

To make thumbnail images after video
recording manually

1 Set "NAVIGATION" to "MANUAU'.

( pg. 36, 37)

2 Set the Power Switch to '_" or "[]".
3 After the recording, press STORE.

• The "_" indicator appears briefly and the
captured image is stored in the memory card as a
thumbnail image.

NOTES:

• The remaining number of storable thumbnail

images also appears on the screen when it
reaches 10 or less. If REC SELECT" is set to

"_,r'l_3/i_.I_ll" in DSC Menu, the number shows
how many 640 x 480 pixel images can be stored.

• If "5S" is set to 5S" or "Anita." in MANUAL Menu,
the NAVIGATION function will not work properly.

Tofindscenesontapeusingthumbnail

images(NavigationSearch)

1 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY".

2 Press INDEX during stop mode.

• The loaded cassette's

Navigation thumbnail
image screen appears.

3 Press >/</^/v to select
the desired image, and

press SET.

• The "NAVIGATION

SEARCH" indication appears blinking and the

camcorder starts searching the tape for the

relevant point of the selected thumbnail image.

To cancel Navigation search midway
Press I_/11, _1_1, _ or I.

FEATURESFORRECORDXNGEN 49

Toaddthumbnailimagesduringvideo

playback

1 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY"

2 Press I_/11 to start video playback.
3 Press STORE at the desired point.

• The "_]" indicator appears briefly and the image
of the point where STORE is pressed is stored in
the memory card as a thumbnail image.

Todeletethumbnailimages

1 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY".

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3 Press SET to select '_". The VIDEO Menu

appears.
4 Press ^ or v to select
"NAVI.DEL", and press

SET. The Sub Menu

appears. TAPE SEL.

5 By pressing ^ or v: RETURN

Select "IMAGE SEL" to

delete the currently

displayed thumbnail image.

Select "TAPE SEL." to delete all thumbnail

images for the tape which contains the currently

displayed image.

Select "ALIJ' to delete all thumbnail images _:
stored in the memory card at once. ,_

6 Press SET. The

NAVIGATION screen

appears.

7 Press ^ or v to select
"EXECUTE", and press

SET.

• Press < to display the

previous image. Press > to display the next image.

• To cancel deletion, select RETURN".

• Thumbnail images cannot be deleted during video

playback.

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CAUTION:

Do not remove the memory card or perform any
other operation (such as turning off the carncorder)
during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided
AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted

if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If
the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.

NOTES:

• Be sure to always use the same tape and memory

card together as they were during recording;
otherwise, the carncorder cannot recognize Tape
and Memory Card IDs to perform Navigation
Function properly.

• Check if an appropriate tape and memory card

are loaded when the following messages appear:
UNABLE TO USE NAVIGATION", 'THIS

MEMORY CARD IS NOT COMPATIBLE".

• If you change the memory card while shooting on

one tape, two memory cards will share the tape's
thumbnail images. We recommend that you use
one memory card for one tape.

• Navigation Search does not work if the current

position is at a blank portion on the tape. Also, do
not leave a blank portion partway through the tape
when shooting; otherwise. Navigation Function
does not work properly.

• Before shooting newly over a recorded tape, be

sure to delete all thumbnail images of the previous
recording from the relevant memory card.

• If you copy thumbnail images from one memory

card to another via a PC, Navigation Search does
not work with the copied memory card.

I DubbingToOrFromAVCR

Open the cover.

To S connector

To AV connector

S cable

(optional)

TV

0 To S-VIDEO IN or OUT*
@ Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUT
0 Red to AUDIO R IN or OUT

• White to AUDIO L IN or OUT

• Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN/
OUT connector. In this case, it is not necessary to
connect the yellow video cable.

NOTE:
The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the

YTU94146A S-Video cable, Consult the JVC
Service Center described on the sheet included

in the package for details on its availability.
Make sure to connect the end with a core filter

to the camcorder. The core filter reduces
interference.

To use this camcorder as a player

1 Following the illustrations, connect the

camcorder and the VCR's input connectors.

2 Start playback on the camcorder. ( -pg. 22)
3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start

recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR's
instruction manual.)

4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR,
then stop playback on the camcorder.

\,

AV cable
(provided)

EDITING EN 51

NOTES:

• It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as

the power supply instead of the battery pack,

(pg. 15)

• To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV

• Date/time
Set DATE/TIME" to AUTO", "ON" or 'OFF".

(pg. 36, 41) Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control to turn on/off the date indication.

• Time code
Set TIME CODE" to "OFF" or "ON".

(pg. 36.41)

• Indications other than date/time and time code
Set "ON SCREEN" to OFF", "LCD" or LCD/

TV". (pg. 36, 41)

To use this camcorder as a recorder

1 Following the illustrations, connect the

camcorder and the VCR's output connectors.

2 Set "REC MODE" to "SP" or "LP". ( pg. 37)
3 Set the camcorder's Power Switch to "PLAY".

4 Set "S/AV INPUT" to "ON'L (pg. 36, 41)

5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
engage the Record-Pause mode.

• The _iN" indication appears on the screen.

6 Start playback on the player.

7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press

the Recording Start/Stop Button to start _=

dubbing. The _ indication rotates.
8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again '_

to stop dubbing. The _ indication stops

rotating. ,._

9 Press • to return to the normal playback

mode.

NOTES:

• After dubbing, set S/AV INPUT" back to "OFF".

• Analog signals can be converted to digital signals
with this procedure.

• It is also possible to dub from another camcorder.

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52 ENEDITING

EquippedWithA DV Connector

I ubbingToOrFromA VideoUnit

(DigitalDubbing)

It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from

the camcorder onto another video unit equipped
with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is

sent, there is little if any image or sound

deterioration.

To DV IN/OUT

DV cable (optional)

To DV INIOUT

Video unit equipped with DV connector

To use this camcorder as a player

1 Make sure all units are turned off.

2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit

equipped with a DV input connector using a DV
cable as shown in the illustration.

3 Start playback on the camcorder. ( pg. 22)
4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start

recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video
unit's instruction manual.)

5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video

unit, then stop playback on this camcorder.

NOTES:

• It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as

the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(pg. 15)

• If a blank portion or disturbed image is played

back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing
may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed.

• Even though the DV cable is connected correctly,

sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If
this occurs, turn off the power and make
connections again.

• If Playback Zoom" ( pg, 26) or "Playback

Special Effects" ( pg. 26) is attempted or
SNAPSHOT is pressed during playback, only the
original playback image recorded on the tape is
output from the DV IN/OUT connector,

• When using a DV cable, be sure to use the

optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.

To use this camcorder as a recorder

1 Make sure all units are turned off

2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit

equipped with a DV output connector using a DV
cable as shown in the illustration.

3 Set the camcorder's Power Switch to "PLAY".

4 Set "REC MODE" to "SP" or "LP". ( " pg. 41 )

5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

engage the Record-Pause mode.

• The "DViN" nd cat on appears on the screen.

6 Start playback on the player.
7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press

the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
dubbing. The _ indication rotates.

8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again
to stop dubbing. The _,,_ indication stops
rotating.

9 Press • to return to the normal playback
mode.

NOTES:

• If no image is displayed on the LCD monitor, set
"S/AV INPUT" to "OFF". ( pg. 36, 41)

• Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode
recorded on the original tape, regardless of the

current "SOUND MODE" setting. (: pg. 37)

I ConnectionToAPersonalComputer

[A] Using USB cable* [B] Using DV cable

OR

To USB

To DV IN/OUT

Core filter

USB cable
(provided)*

To USB
connector

PC

* G R-DF470/450 only

DV cable

(optional)

_Core filter

To DV connector

PC with DV connector

EDITING EN 53

When connecting the camcorder to a PC

using a DV cable, make sure to follow the
procedure below. Connecting the cable

incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the
camcorder and/or the PC.

• Connect the DV cable first to the PC, and then
to the camcorder.

• Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly
according to the shape of the DV connector.

[A] UsingUSBcable(GR-DF470/450only)

It is possible to do the following things:

eTransfer still images stored on a memory card

to a PC.

• Transfer still/moving images recorded on a
tape to a PC. (GR-DF470 only)

[B] UsingDVcable

It is also possible to transfer still/moving images
on a tape to a PC with a DV connector by using

the provided software (GR-DF470 only),
software equipped with the PC or commercially

available software.
If you are using a Windows®XP, you can use

Windows ® Messenger to conduct video

conferences over the Internet, using a
camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the

Windows ® Messenger.

NOTES:

• Refer to "SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND PC
CONNECTION GUIDE" for the bundled software

and drivers.*

• It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as

the power supply instead of the battery pack.

(pg. 15)

• Never connect the USB cable and the DV _:

cable simultaneously to the camcorder.
Connect only the cable you wish to use to the

camcorder.*

• When using a DV cable, be sure to use the

optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV
cable depending on the type of DV connector

(4 or 6 pins) on the PC,

• If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not

enter the USB mode.*

• The date/time information cannot be captured into
the PC.

• Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and
Software.

• The still images can also be transferred to a PC
with a DV connector-equipped capture board.

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54 EN EDITING

• The system may not work properly depending on
the PC or capture board you are using.

"USB" appears on the LCD monitor while the

PC is accessing data in the camcorder orthe
camcorder is transferring a file to the PC.

NEVER disconnect the USB cable while

For GR-DF470/450 owners:

"USB" is displayed on the LCD monitor

since this can result in product damage.

* GR-DF470/450 only

I AudioDubbing

The audio track can be customized only when

recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes.
(: pg. 37)

• Use the provided remote control.

Speaker

1 Play back the tape to locate the point where

editing will start, then press PAUSE (11).
2 While holding A. DUB (8) on the remote

control, press PAUSE (11).The "11_" and "MIC"
indicators appear.

3 Press PLAY (1_),then begin "narrating".
Speak into the microphone.

• Topause dubbing, press PAUSE (11)

4 To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (11),
then STOP (m).

Microphone Connector

STOP Stereo Microphone

-PLAY

=STOP
=A.DUB

To hear the dubbed sound during playback
Set "NARRATION" to "ON" or "MIX".

( pg. 36, 40)

NOTES:

• Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio
Dubbing.

• When editing onto a tape that was recorded at
12-BIT, the old and new soundtracks are recorded
separately.

• If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the
sound may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit

recorded areas.

• If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback,
move the camcorder's microphone away from the

TV, or turn down the TV's volume,

• If you change from 12-BIT to 16-BIT in mid-
recording and then use the tape for Audio
Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where
16-BIT recording began,

• During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to
scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes
recorded in 16-BIT audio or a blank portion, Audio
Dubbing stops.

• Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional
microphone connected to the MIC connector.

• While an optional microphone is connected, the
built-in microphone is disabled.

• To perform Audio Dubbing with a video unit
connected to the camcorder's AV connector, first

set S/AV INPUT" to ON" in VIDEO Menu.
(pg. 36, 41)

The AUX" indication appears instead of "MIC".

I InsertEditing

You can record a new scene into a previously
recorded tape, replacing a section of the original

recording with minimal picture distortion at the in
and out points. The original audio remains

unchanged.

• Use the provided remote control.

NOTES:

• Before performing the following steps, make sure
that "TIME CODE" for CAMERA DISPLAY" and

"VIDEO DISPLAY" is set to ON".
(pg. 36, 39, 41)

• Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in
the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

1 Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point

and press PAUSE (n). Memorize the time code
at this point ( pg. 21) since it will be needed to

stop editing in step 5.
2 Press REW (.4"41) until the Edit-In point is

located, then press PAUSE (11).
3 Press and hold INSERT (O) on the remote

control, then press PAUSE (11). The '110"
indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear
and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode.

4 Press START/STOP to begin editing.

• To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it
again to resume editing.

5 When the time code reaches Edit-Out point
(time code from step 1), press START/STOP,
then STOP (m) to end Insert Editing.

NOTES:

• Program AE with special effects (_ pg. 47) can

be used to spice up the scenes being edited

during Insert Editing.

• During Insert Editing, the date and time

information changes.

• If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on
the tape, the audio and video may be disrupted.

Make sure you only edit recorded areas.

• During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to
scenes recorded in the LP mode or a blank

portion, Insert Editing stops. ( pg. 59)

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56 EN TROUBLESHOOTING

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the
problem still exists, please consult your nearest

JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled

device. External noise and interference (from a

TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly. In such cases, first

disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack,

AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and
then re-connect it and proceed as usual from

the beginning.

Power

• o• n . •• n o

• The power is not connected properly.
4Connect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 15)

• The battery pack is not attached firmly.
4 Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach

it firmly. ( pg. 13)

• The battery is dead.

-) Replace the dead battery with a fully charged

one. (: pg. 13)

VideoandD.S.C.*Recording

• The tape's erase protection tab is set to "SAVE".

-).).Set the tape's erase protection tab to REC".

( pg. 17)

• 'TAPE END" appears.

-) Replace with new cassette. ( pg. 17)

• The cassette holder cover is open.

-)Close the cassette holder cover.

• Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of
Program AE with special effects, DIS" and other

functions that cannot be used together are
selected at the same time.

-) Re-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader

effects. Program AE with special effects and
DIS". ( pg. 36.38, 47)

• 15X optical zoom is selected.

-)Set ZOOM" to "60X" or 700X". (pg. 37)

• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to

MEMORY".*

-)Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO".

VideoandD.S.C.*Playback

i n .•- iio it • i" n - io • n

• Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to
its VIDEO mode.

-) Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for

video playback. (_ pg. 23)

• The cassette holder cover isopen.

-)Close the cassette holder cover. (: pg. 17)

-)Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning

cassette. ( pg. 64)

Advancedfeatures

• This is not a malfunction.

• This is not a malfunction.

• DATE/TIME" is set to "OFF".

-)Set "DATE/TIME" to "ON". (pg. 36, 39)

• Focus is set to the Manual mode.

-)Set Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 44)

• The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

-)Clean the lens and check the focus again.
( pg. 61)

• The 5-Second mode is set to "Anita." in MANUAL
Menu.

-)Set 5S" to "5S" in MANUAL Menu.
( pg. 36, 42)

• The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected.

-) Disengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode.
( pg. 36, 38)

* GR-DF470/450 only

TROUBLESHOOTXN5EN 57

• • . ,e . ee " , o_

• The light source or the subject does not include
white. Or there are various different light sources
behind the subject.

-I. Find a white subject and compose your shot so
that it also appears in the frame, ( pg. 27, 43)

• Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. • Files stored in the memory card are protected.

-I.Press BACK LIGHT, (pg. 45) -I.Remove protection from the files stored in the

• The subject is too bright.

4Set"D"to SPOTLIGHT". (pg, 48)

• The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE)
mode is activated,

-I. Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone
(MONOTONE) mode before setting White
Balance. ( pg, 48)

• The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE)
mode is activated,

-I. Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone
(MONOTONE). (: pg, 48)

• When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes
highly sensitive to light when GAIN UP" is set to

"AUTO".

-->If you want the lighting to look more natural, set
"GAIN UP" to AGC" or OFF", ( pg. 36, 37)

Otherproblems

II, .lifo -

• The date/time is not set.
Set the date/time, ( pg. 16)

• The built-in clock battery has run out and the
previously set date/time has been erased.

-I.Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement,

memory card and delete them, (pg. 32)

• This is not a malfunction.

->By recording with DIS" activated (pg. 36, 38)

this can be avoided.

• The DVcable was plugged/unplugged with power

turned on,

-I.Turn the camcorder's power off and on again.

then operate it,

• In places subject to low temperature, images
become dark due to the characteristics of the

LCD monitor, This is not a malfunction.

-I.Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD
monitor, (: pg. 17, 19)

• WhentheLCDmonitor'sfluorescentlightreaches ,._

the end of its service life, images on the LCD z

monitor become dark.

->Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

• Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely
high/low temperatures.

-,I.To protect the battery, it is recommended to
charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to

35°C. ( pg, 62)

• The battery pack is not attached firmly.

-I. Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach
it firmly. (pg, 13)

• The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made
with high-precision technology. However, black

spots or bright spots of light (red. green or blue)
may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the

tape, This is not due to any defect of the unit,

(Effective dots: more than 99,99%)

i,=_ [_'1_1_4 _'_I I_i i_"_lr_

• The battery's charge is low.

-I.Install a fully charged battery. ( pg, 13)

58 EN TROUBLESHOOTING

4Push in the memory card a few more times.

( pg. 18)

• The viewfinder is pulled out and "PRIORITY" is
set to "FINDER".

4 Push the viewfinder back in or set "PRIORITY" to

"LCD", ( pg. 19, 36, 39)

• The LCD monitor's brightness setting is toe dark,

•".)Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor,
(pg. 17)

•".)If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open

the monitor fully, (pg. 19)

IL,1,[_ j i._mi_; It_ II";Ttl/o]i_o'_ I*;'REoI._ip.j_, :_.n,._

• A malfunction of some kind has occured. In this
case the camcorder's functions become
unusable.

pg. 60.

• REMOTE" is set to OFF".

-.)Set "REMOTE" to ON". (pg. 36, 38)

• The remote control does not point at the remote
sensor.

4 Point at the remote sensor. ( pg. 24)

• The remote control batteries are exhausted.

4 Replace the batteries with fresh ones. ( pg. 24)

WarningIndications

Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level

High Exhausted

As the battery power comes close to nil, the
battery remaining power indicator blinks.

When the battery power is exhausted, power
turns off automatically.

Lol

Appears when no tape is loaded. ( pg. 17)

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to
"SAVE" while the Power Switch is set to "Q" or
"[]" and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to

"VIDEO"*. ( pg. 15)

X ' '

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.

( pg. 63)

Appears if condensation occurs. When this
indication is displayed, wait more than 1hour

until condensation disappears.

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the

Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT

Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set
to '_" or "[]" and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

is set to "VIDEO"*.

iq.*l-,J'_I=i_lH

Appears when the tape ends during recording or
playback.

_ _ ii DT._Id_1 dI_T_I_

• Appears when the date/time is not set.
( pg. 16)

eThe built-in clock battery has run out and the

previously set date/time has been erased.
Consult your nearest JVC dealer for

replacement.

TROUBLESHOOTXN5EN 59

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if
the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a
blank portion of a tape. ( pg. 54)

oAppears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a

tape recorded in theLPmode.( -pg. 54)

oAppears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a

tape recorded in 16-BIT audio. ( pg. 54)

• Appears ifA. DUB (8) on the remote control is
pressed when the erase protection tab is set to

"SAVE". ( pg. 54)

• ==••

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank
portion of atape. ( pg. 55)

• Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a
blank portion of a tape.

• Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape
recorded in theLPmode.( -pg. 55)

• Appears if INSERT (O) on the remote control
is pressed when the erase protection tab is set

to"SAVE". ( pg. 55)

Appears when the memory card's memory is full
and shooting is not possible.

Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV
format are detected. The pictures in the HDV

format cannot be played back with this
camcorder.

Appears when playing back afile that is not

compatible with DCF or a file with a size that is
not compatible with this camcorder.

• Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is
attempted while this camcorder is being used

as a recorder.

• Appears in the following cases when dubbing
from atape to a memory card*:

• when no memory card is loaded.

• when the memory card's memory is full.

• when the memory card is not formatted.

• when a write-protected SD Memory Card is
loaded. (: pg. 32)

Lvj1:1Lvj[o]:i'l_:l :tI]fli

Appears if there is no memory card loaded when
you attempt to record on a memory card or

access data on a memory card.

Appears when there is a problem with a memory

card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not
been initialized. Initialize the memory card.

( pg. 35)

lie] IILvjI:T_:[..'lr_'lii[e]:1:1ei

Appears if there are no image files stored in the

memory card when you attempt memory card
playback.

• , " • • II

Appears if there are no video clip files stored in
the memory card when you attempt memory

card playback. _;,,_

Appears when the camcorder does not

recognize the loaded memory card. Remove the
memory card once and insert it again. Repeat

these procedures until no indication appears. If
the indication still appears, the memory card is

corrupted.

* GR-DF470/450 only

60 ENTROUBLESHOOTING

• Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still

images when the write protection tab on the
SD Memory Card is set to the "LOCK" position.

• Appears when you attempt MEMORY
SELECT menu operation with a write-

protected SD Memory Card loaded.

The error indications (01,02 or 06) show what
type of malfunction has occured. When an error

indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically. Remove the power supply

(battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the
indication to clear. When it does, you can

resume using the camcorder. If the indication
remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The error indications (03 or 04) show what type

of malfunction has occured. When an error
indication appears, the camcorder turns off

automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-
insert it, then check if the indication clears.

When it does, you can resume using the

camcorder. If the indication remains, consult

your nearest JVC dealer.

* GR-DF470/450 only

I CleaningTheCamcorder

Before cleaning, turn off the carncorder 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.

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,

USERMAINTENANCE EN 61

62 EN CAUTIONS

ACAdapter

When using the AC Adapter in areas other than
the USA

The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to

240 V.

USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER

In case of connecting the unit's power cord to an

AC wall outlet other than American National

Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter,
called a "Siemens Plug", as shown.
For this AC plug adapter, consultyour nearest JVC

dealer.

Plug adapter

BatteryPacks

The supplied battery Terminals

pack is a lithium-ion
battery. Before using the

supplied battery pack or

an optional battery pack,
be sure to read the

following cautions:

• To avoid hazards

...do not burn.
...do not short-circuit the terminals. When

transporting, make sure the provided battery cap
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is

misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
_.do not modify or disassemble.
...do not expose the battery to temperatures

exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the

battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
_.use only specified chargers.

• To prevent damage and prolong service
life

...do net subject to unnecessary shock.
...charge in an environment where temperatures

are within the tolerances shown in the chart
below. This is a chemical reaction type battery --

cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction.
while warmer temperatures can prevent
complete charging.

_.store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural discharge
and shorten service life.

...fully charge and then fully discharge the battery

every 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period time.

... remove from charger or powered unit when not in

use, as some machines use current even when

switched off.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a
large power capacity. However, when one is

exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C/
50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it

may cease to function. If this happens, place
the battery pack in your pocket or other warm,

protected place for a short time, then re-
attach it to the camcorder.

NOTES:

• It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging: 10'% to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operation: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)

• The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.

• Charging times are for a fully discharged battery
pack.

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be
sure to read the following cautions:

• During use

... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes

automatically erases the previously recorded
video and audio signals.

... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

...do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly

without allowing the tape to run at all. This
slackens the tape and can result in damage.

...do not open the front tape cover. This exposes

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

• Store cassettes

...away from heaters or other heat sources.
...out of direct sunlight.
...where they won't be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

...where they won't be exposed to strong magnetic

fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).

...vertically, in their original cases.

MemoryCards(GR-DF470/450only)

To properly use and store your memory cards,
be sure to read the following cautions:

• During use

...make sure the memory card bears the SD or

MultiMediaCard mark.

._ make sure the memory card is positioned

properly when inserting.

• While the memory card is being accessed

(during recording, playback, deletion,

initialization, etc.)

._ never unload the memory card and never turn off

the camcorder.

• Store memory cards
.,,away from heaters or other heat sources,
...out of direct sunlight.
..,where they won't be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

.,,where they won't be exposed to strong magnetic

fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).

LCDMonitor

• To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO

NOT

...push it strongly or apply any shocks.
._ place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the

bottom.

• To prolong service life
...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

• Be aware ofthe following phenomena for

LCD monitor use. These are not
malfunctions

...While using the camcorder, the surface around

the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD

monitor may heat up.

._ If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

CAUTIONS EN 63

MainUnit

• For safety, DO NOT
_.open the camcorder's chassis.
_.disassemble or modify the unit.
_.short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.

_.allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

_.remove the battery pack or disconnect the power

supply while the power is on.

_.leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

• Avoid using the unit
_.in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

_.in places subject to soot or steam such as near a

cooking stove.

_.in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
_.near a television set.

_.near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).

_.in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or

104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)

temperatures.

• DO NOT leave the unit
...in places of over 5O°C (122°F).

_.in places where humidity is extremely low (below

35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

_.in direct sunlight,
_.in a closed car in summer.

_.near a heater,

• 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

transportation,

_.keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects

for long periods.

_.expose the lens and viewfinder's lens to direct

sunlight,

_.carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

_.swing it excessively when using the hand strap or

the grip.

_.swing the soft camera case excessively when the

camcorder is inside it.

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64 EN CAUTIONS

• Dirty heads can cause the following
_roblems:

_.No picture during playback.
_.Blocks of noise appear during playback.

_.During recording or playback, the Head Clog

Warning indicator _)" appears.

._Recording cannot be performed properly.

In such cases, use an optional cleaning
cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette

is used more than once consecutively, damage

to the video heads may result. After the

camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it

stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning

cassette's instructions.
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the

problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.

Mechanical moving parts used to move the

video heads and video tape tend to become

dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain
a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups

are recommended after using the unit for about
1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please
consult your nearest JVC dealer.

HowToHandleACD-ROM(GR-DF470/450

only)

• Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write

anything or put a sticker on either the front or back
surface. If the CD-R©M gets dirty, gently wipe it

with a soft cloth outward from the center hole.

• Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning
spray.

• Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.

• Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.

About moisture condensation

• You have observed that pouring a cold liquid
into a glass will cause drops of water to form on
the glass' outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
cameorder when it is moved from a cool place
to a warm place, after heating a cold room,
under extremely humid conditions or in a place
directly subjected to the cool air from an air

conditioner,

• Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to

internal damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC
dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from

a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly. Insuch cases, first

disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack,
AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and

then re-connect it and proceed as usual from
the beginning.

Declaration of Conformity
Model Number GR-DF470U,

Trade Name JVC
Responsible party JVC AMERICAS

Address 1700 Valley Road

Telephone Number 973-317-5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Changes or modifications not approved by
JVC could void the user's authority to operate

the equipment. This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

)rovide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a

)articular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined

by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference

by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

TV technician for help.

GR-DF450U,
GR-DF430U

CORP.

Wayne, N. J. 07470

CAUTIONS EN 65

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-O03.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe Best
conforme a la norme NMB-O03 du Canada.

66 ENSPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption
Approx. 3.2 W (3.5 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder
on)
Approx. 4.2 W (4.5 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder
off)
Approx. 6.8 W (Maximum; when charging a battery

pack)
* Using LED Light

Dimensions (W x H x D)
75 mm x74 minx 111 mm (3" x 2-15/18" x 4-3/8")

(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder

pushed back in)
Weight

Approx. 400 g (0.89 Ibs) (without battery, cassette,

memory card and lens cap)
Approx. 480 g (1.08 Ibs) (incl. battery, cassette,

memory card and lens cap)

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Operating humidity
35% to 80%

Storage temperature

-20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122"F)

Pickup

1/8" (880, 000 pixels) CCD

Lens

F 1.2, f = 2.6 mm to 39 mm, 15:1 power zoom lens

Filter diameter

030.5 mm

LCD monitor

2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active

matrix system
Viewfinder

Electronic viewfinder with 0.18" color LCD

Speaker

Monaural

LED Light

Effective distance: 1.5 m (5 ft)

• I o , ' _ ' " _ " Output
Format DC 11 V __-C_, 1 A
DV format (SD mode)
Signal format

NTSC standard
Recording/Playback format

Video: Digital component recording
Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel

(12-BIT), 48 kHz 2-channel (18-BIT)

Cassette

Mini DV cassette

Tape speed

SP: 18.8 ram/s, LP: 12.5 mm/s

Maximum recording time (using 80 min,
cassette)

SP: 80 rain., LP: 120 min.

Storage media
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard

Compression system
JPEG (compatible)

File size
Still image:

2 modes (1024 x 768 pixels/640 x 480 pixels)
Moving image:

1 mode (180 x 120 pixels)

Picture quality
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

Approximate number of storable images

pg. 27

S
S-Video input:

Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 _, analog
C: 0.2 V to 0.4 V (p-p), 75 _Z analog
S-Video output:
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 £_,analog
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 _z, analog

AV
Video input: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 _2,analog

Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 _2,analog
Audio input: 300 mV (rms), 50 k_,_,analog, stereo
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k_, analog, stereo
Microphone input
e35 mm, stereo
DV

Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant
USB (GR-DF470/450 only)
Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0" compliant
* Supports at the maximum of Full-Speed (12 Mbps)

when using USB Mass Storage Class driver,

Power requirement
AC 110 Vto 240 V_,_ 50 Hz/60 Hz

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless
otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and
specifications subject to change without notice.

ACAdapter

A

AC Adapter .................................................... 15

Animation ....................................................... 38

Audio Dubbing ............................................... 54

B

Backlight Compensation ................................ 45

Battery Pack ...................................... 13, 15, 62

Beep .............................................................. 38

Blank Search ................................................. 22

C

Changing The Menu Settings ................ 36 - 41

Charging The Battery Pack ............................ 13

Connection To A Personal Computer ............ 53

Connections To A TV Or VCR ....................... 23

D

Data Battery ................................................... 14

Date/Time Settings ........................................ 16

Deleting Files ................................................. 33

Demonstration Mode ..................................... 39

Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) .................... 38

DPOF Setting

(Digital Print Order Format) ............... 34, 35

Dubbing ............................................. 32, 51,52

E

E-Mail Clip Recording .................................... 31

Exposure Control ........................................... 44

I

Image Size ..................................................... 40

Initializing A Memory Card ............................. 35

Insert Editing .................................................. 55

Iris Lock ......................................................... 45

L

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder .................... 16, 19

LED Light ....................................................... 42

Live Slow ....................................................... 42

Loading A Cassette ....................................... 17

Loading A Memory Card ................................ 18

M

Manual Focus ................................................ 44

Memory Card ........................................... 18, 63

Motor Drive Mode .......................................... 43

N

Navigation ................................................ 37, 48

Night-Alive ..................................................... 43

TERMS EN67

P

Picture Quality ............................................... 40

Playback Sound ............................................. 40

Playback Special Effects ............................... 26

Power-Linked Operation ................................ 15

Program AE With Special Effects .................. 47

Q

Quick Review ................................................. 21

R

Recording Capacity

Memory Card .................................... 27, 31

Tape ........................................................ 19

Recording Media Selection ............................ 40

Remote Control .............................................. 24

Resetting The File Name ............................... 32

S

Self Recording ............................................... 20

Slow-Motion Playback ................................... 25

Snapshot Mode .............................................. 37

Sound Mode ............................................ 37, 40

Speaker Volume ............................................ 22

Specifications ................................................. 66

Spot Exposure Control ................................... 45

T

Tape Speed (REC MODE) ...................... 37, 41

Telephoto Setting ........................................... 38

Time Code ............................................... 21, 39

Tripod Mounting ............................................. 17

Troubleshooting ............................................. 56

W

Warning Indications ....................................... 58

White Balance ................................................ 46

Wide Mode ..................................................... 38

Wipe Or Fader Effects ................................... 47

Z

Zooming ............................................. 20, 26, 37

5-Second Recording ...................................... 42 _-

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• Operate this equipment according to

the operating procedures described in
this manual.

• Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never
use any other CD-ROM to run this

software.

• Do not attempt to modify this software.

• Changes or modifications not approved
by JVC could void user's authority to
operate the equipment.

How to handle a CD-ROM

• Take care not to soil or scratch the
mirror surface (opposite to the printed

surface). Do not write anything or put a
sticker on either the front or back

surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty,
gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward

from the center hole.

• Do not use conventional disc cleaners
or cleaning spray.

• Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its
mirror surface.

• Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty,
hot or humid environment. Keep itaway

from direct sunlight.

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When contacting the nearest JVC office or
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english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill
out the following and have the appropriate
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Problem

Error Message

Manufacturer
Model

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PC CPU

OS
Memory MB

Available Hard
Disk Space

Please note that it may take some time to
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their subject matter.

JVC cannot answer questions regarding
basic operation of your PC, or questions

regarding specifications or performance
of the OS, other applications or drivers.

CyberLink

For details of CyberLink's technical support
service, refer to the "Readme" of each

software (1 pg. 15) and the following
website: htt p://www2.cli.co.j p/prod ucts/

dvc/

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I SystemRequirements

• Windows®

The following requirements must be

satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC
and to use Digital Photo Navigator.

OS: Windows®98 Second Edition (98SE)
(pre-installed), Windows ®Millennium
Edition (Me) (pre-installed), Windows®2000

Professional (2000) (pre-installed),
Windows ® XP Home Edition (XP) (pre-

installed), or Windows ®XP Professional
(XP) (pre-installed)

CPU: Intel Max TM Pentium ®,at least
200 MHz

RAM: At least 64 MB
Free hard disk space: At least 10 MB for

installation, at least 500 MB recommended
Connector: USB connector

Display: Must be capable of displaying
800 x 600 dots with 16-bit color

Miscellaneous: Internet Explorer 5.5 or
later

ForCyberLinkDVDSolution

In addition to the requirements above, the
following requirements must be satisfied to

use CyberLink DVD Solution.
OS: The same as requirements above.

For capturing DV pictures with USB
connection (USB 2.0), Windows ®XP which

is pre-installed or updated to Windows®XP
Service Pack 2* is necessary.

* To update to Windows®XP Service Pack

2, click [Start], and select [Windows
Update] in [All Programs]. For details,

refer to the Windows ®XP help or the
Microsoft's web site: http://

www.microsoft.com/

CPU: Intel Pentium _ Ill, at least 700 MHz,
Intel Pentium® 4, at least 2.2 GHz

recommended
RAM: At least 128 MB, at least 256 MB

DDR recommended
Free hard disk space: At least 300 MB for

installation, at least 10 GB for creating DVD

video, at least 1 GB for creating VCD

Connector: USB 2.0 connector or
IEEE1394 (i.LINK) connector.

For capturing DV pictures with USB
connection, Windows ®XP equipped with

USB 2.0 connector is necessary.
Miscellaneous: DirectX 9.0a or later

(DirectX 9.0 is installed automatically)

Supported media:

DVD-Video: DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW,
DVD+R DL

DVD-VR: DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
VideoCD: CD-R/RW

For more details, refer to CyberLink web
site: http://www.gocyberlin k.com/

english/prod ucts/powerproducer/
2 gold/compdvd drives.is p

• Macintosh

The following requirements must be

satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC.
Hardware: iMac, iBook, Power Mac G4 or
G5, PewerBook G3 or G4, eMac equipped

with a USB connector
OS: Mac OS 9.0.4 to 9.2.2, Mac OS X
(10.1.5, 10.2.1 to 10.2.8, 10.3.1 to 10.3.5)

RAM: At least 64 MB (Mac OS 9), At least
128 MB (Mac OS X)

• The system requirements information
above is not a guarantee that the
provided software will work on all
personal computers meeting those
requirements.

• If your PC does not meet the system
requirements above, you can use the
optional USB reader/writer CU-VUSD70,

the PC card adapter CU-VPSD60 or the
floppy disk adapter CU-VFSD50 to load
the files in the memory card to the hard

disk on your PC.
(Refer to "JVC Accessories" on our world

web site at: http:llwww.jvc-victor.co.jpl
english/accessory/)

• Microsoft ®and Windows ® are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of

Apple Computer, Inc.

• Other product and company names
included in this instruction manual are

trademarks and/or registered trademarks

of their respective holders.

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So!twareInstallation

(Windows®)

Follow the procedure described below to
install the software. From the [SETUP]

screen in step 2, you can install the
following drivers or software. Quit any other
software you are using. (Check that there
are no other application icons on the status
bar.)

USB Mass Storage Class driver

This driver allows your PC to read and write

memory cards in the camcorder.
Windows ®Me/2000/XP:

Since there is no need to install this driver,
the item is not displayed. Simply connect

the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable,
and you can read and write memory cards

in the camcorder.
Windowe®98SE:

Be sure NOT to connect the USB cable
between the camcorder and the PC before

installing the driver.

CyberLink DVD Solution

PowerProducer 2 Gold

PowerProducer 2 Gold is software for
creating movie discs incorporating not only

video but also slideshows. This software

uses a simple wizard format for creating a
wide range of different format discs. You
can also edit imported video. You can
import video from the camera, edit it, and
then create a slideshow from still images.

You can create a customized menu for the

video orslideshow and write the contents to

DVD or other media.

PowerDirector 3
PowerDirector 3 is software for easily

capturing video from a camcorder and for
easily editing MPEG, AVI, and other video
files, still images, and other contents for
creating a movie. This software has an
interface that allows editing in either
timeline or storyboard mode, maintains
superior image quality, uses SVRT for high-
speed rendering, and has a host of other
advanced video editing features. You can
export video files as DV format (AVI) to
record on a DV tape.

NOTE:

If PowerProducer or PowerDirector is
already installed, uninstall the software,

then install the supplied CyberLink DVD
Solution.

Digital Photo Navigator 1.0

This application is used to organize still

images and convert them into a variety of
formats.

G.726 decoder

This is an audio decoder for video clips

created by the camcorder (extension ".asf").

NOTE:

Install G.726 decoder only when the
camcorder is equipped with E-Mail Clip
Recording function.

1 Load the provided CD-ROM into

the PC.

After a moment, the [SETUP] screen
appears.

• From the [SETUP] screen, you can
install the desired driver or software.

• If the [SETUP] screen does not
appear, double-click the CD-ROM
icon in the [My Computer] window.

2 Click [Install] on the right side

of the desired software and

follow the on screen

instructions to complete the
installation.

The installation of the selected driver

or software starts. The procedure
differs depending on the driver or the

software.

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Following steps are the example of
CyberLink DVD Solution on
Windows®XP.

[Choose Setup Language] screen
appears.

Select the desired language and click
[OK].

Then, [CyberLink DVD Solution Setup]

screen appears.
Click [Next].

License Agreement] screen appears.

Click [Yes].
[Customer Information] screen

appears.

v

Confirm your information and click
[Next].

• It is possible to change the
information.

Then, [Choose Destination Location]

screen appears.

Click [Next].

v

[Setup Type] screen appears.

Select the program(s) you want to
install, then click [Next].

Wait for a moment until the installation
is finished.

When the installation is finished,
[Setup Complete] screen appears.
Click [Finish]. Restarts the PC.

For Windows ®98SE/Me/2000:
Before [Setup Complete] screen

appears, [Question] screen appears.
Click [Yes]. Then, [DMA setting] screen
appears. Click [OK]. [Setup Complete]
screen appears. Click [Finish] to

restart the PC.

Install all of the desired software or
driver in the same way.

To display [SETUP] screen, double-click the

CD-ROM icon in the [My Computer]
window.

NOTE:

If you perform installation of a software that
is already installed, uninstallation will start.
In this case, perform the installation again

after uninstallation is finished.

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Updating[DeviceManager]

(Windows®98SEonly)

Ifthe camcorder is connected to the PC
with the USB cable before installing [USB

Mass Storage Class driver], the installation
might not be performed properly.

Inthis case, follow the procedure described
below to updatethe [DeviceManager] and
install[USB Mass Storage Class driver]

properly.

NOTE:

Disconnectany other USB audio devices
from PC before performing the following
procedure.

Installing[USBMass StorageClassdriver]

1 Use the USB cable to connect

the camcorder to the PC.

( pg. 8)

2 Click [Start], go to [Settings],

and then click [Control Panel].
Double click the [System] icon.

3 Select the [Device Manager] tab.
4 Delete [GR-D290*] in [Other

devices].

* The modelname depends on the

connected camcorder.

5 Disconnect the USB cable from

the camcorder. Restart the PC.

6 Load the provided CD-ROM into

the PC. Install [USB Mass

Storage Class driver]. ( _pg. 5)

7 Use the USB cable to connect

the camcorder to the PC.

Devicedriver is installed.

8 Confirm the [Removable Disk]

icon is displayed in [My
Computer].

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Connections(Windows)

i . • ®

Connectingthe USBcable

Connect the USB cable to copy still image and video clip files in a memory card to the PC
or to use PowerDirector 3 in capturing video.

To USB connector To USB connector

USB cable

To IEI=I=1394

To DV connector connecto

DV cable (optional)

PC

1 To assure safety, make sure all

units are turned off before
making any connections.

2 Use the USB cable to connect

the camcorder to the PC.

To create DVD Video:

• For Windows®98SE/Me/2000/XP: Use

a DV cable instead of a USB cable to
capture video from a tape.

• For Windows®XP: In addition, you can
capture DV pictures from a tape with
USB connection (USB 2.0) even if the
PC has no IEEE1394 connector. (The

USB 1.1 connector on the PC cannot
be used.)

NOTES:

• It is recommended to use the AC

Adapter as the power supply instead
of the battery pack.

• When the USB cable or DV cable is
connected, turning on or off the

camcorder or switching the VIDEO/
MEMORY (DSC) mode on the camcorder

causes malfunctions of the PC.

• If PowerDirector 3 does not recognize the
camcorder, exit PowerDirector 3 once,

then start it again.

• If you connect the camcorder to the PC

through a USB hub, compatibility issues

between the hub and the PC may result in
instability in the operation of the PC. If this
happens, connect the camcorder directly

to the PC, not through the hub.

• Do not use an extension USB cable.

• When connecting the camcorder to a PC
using a DV cable, make sure to follow the
procedure below. Connecting the cable
incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the

camcorder and/or the PC.

• Connect the DV cable first to the PC, and
then to the camcorder.

• Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly
according to the shape of the DV
connector.

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ViewingtheContentsofa

MemoryCard(Windows®)

| Install [USB Mass Storage Class

driver]. (Windows®98SE only)
( _pg. 5)

2 Make sure that there is a

memory card in the camcorder.

3 Set the camcorder's VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY".

4 Set the camcorder's Power

Switch to "PLAY" while
pressing down the Lock Button

located on the switch.

The camcorder turns on.

5 Connect the camcorder to the

PC with a USB cable. (::_ pg. 8)

On the camcorder's LCD monitor
[USB] appears.

6 When using Windows®XP:

The [Removable , _

appears on the
PC's screen

after a moment.
Select [Open

folders to view

files using [] ..............

Windows _ -, _c_,
Explorer] and

click [OK].

NOTE:

If the [Removable Disk] window does
not appear, confirm the connection

( pg. 8) or perform the steps _ and

in the right.

When using Windows ®98SE/Me/

2000:

Double-click the [My Computer] icon
on the desktop. The [Removable

Disk] icon which represents the
memory card in the camcorder
appears in the [My Computer]

window.

Double-click the [Removable Disk]
icon.

• Windows®98SE: [Removable Disk]
icon does not appear if USB Mass
Storage Class driver is not installed
properly. In this case, refer to

"Updating [Device Manager]

(Windows®98SE only)" (3 pg. 7).

The folders in the memory card
appear.

Still images

I I Videloclips

Navigation

data DPOF

Different file types are stored in
different folders.

[DClM]: Contains folders with still
images (extension ".jpg")
[DCVI]: Contains folders with video
clips (extension ".asf")

• The [DCVI] folder is displayed only

when the camcorder is equipped

with E-Mail Clip Recording function.
[MlSC]: Contains folders with DPOF
setting data

setting

data

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[NAVl]: Contains folders with
navigation data

• The [NAVI] folder is displayed only
when the camcorder is equipped

with NAVIGATION function.

NOTES:

• Saving the wrong kinds of files in a
memory card or deleting files or folders

from a memory card can cause problems
with the operation of the camcorder.
When it is necessary to delete a file from

a memory card, delete it through the

camcorderi

• Never disconnect the USB cable while

" i_i_,,1_._ " is displayed on the

camcorder's LCD monitor.

• If you are using a brand new memory
card, you need to initialize the memory
card with the camcorder first. You may not
be able to copy files from the memory
card to the PC without doing so.

• The file extension may not appear
depending on the [FOLDER] option

setting of Windows ®.

Co,p.yingFilestothePC

(W,ndows®)

Still image and video clip files that are
stored in a memory card can be copied to
the PC and played back on the PC.

| Perform the procedure in

"Viewing the Contents of a
Memory Card (Windows°) ''
( _pg. 9).

2 Create a new folder, enter the

folder name, and then double-

click it.

• For example,createa new folder in
the [My Pictures]folder.

3 Select the folder to be copied,

and then drag and drop that

folder in the destination folder.

• To copy still images: Copy the folder
within the [DCIM] folder.

• To copy video clips: Copy the folder
within the [DCVl] folder.

"_!_-_*_, "appears on the LCD
monitor of the camcorder, and the

folder is copied from the memory card
to the PC.

NOTE:

Never disconnect the USB cable while
"_-I_iH,, "is displayed on the camcorder's

LCD monitor.

The folders in the memory card

appear.

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PlayingBackFilesonthePC(Wi,dows®) I

Stillimages

Use an application that call handle the
JPEG file format. To view a still image,

double-click the still image file (extension
".jpg").

Videoclips(Onlyfor thecamcorder

equippedwithE-MoilClipRecording

function)

Use the Windows Media TM Player (version

6.4 or later). You can download the
Windows Media TM Player from the Microsoft

web site at: http:llwww.microsoft.coml
If you cannot play back a video clip file

(extension ".asf") that you have opened with
the Windows Media TM Player, connect to

the Internet and then try opening the file.

The software that is needed in order to play

back the file will be downloaded
automatically, and then the file will be
played back.

If the video clip plays but without the audio,
install the G.726 decoder from the CD-

ROM.

DisconnectingtheUSBCable
(Windows®)

Before loading or unloading memory cards
or turning off the PC, first disconnect the

USB cable and turn off the camcorder.

WhenusingWindows®98SE

1 Confirm that" _P-_ " is not

currently displayed on the LCD
monitor of the camcorder.

• If" I_l_*i_- " is currently displayed,
wait until it disappears before

proceeding.

2 Double-clickthe [My Computer]

icon on the desktop.

If the camcorder is connected to the
PC correctly, the [Removable Disk]

icon appears.

3 Right-click the

[Removable
Disk] icon in the
[My Computer]

window.

A menu appears.

4 Click [Eject] in

the menu.
The [Removable

Disk] icon
disappears.

• If the icon does not disappear, wait
for a while, and then proceed to

step 5.

5 Disconnect the USB cable.

• If any message appears, click [OK].

6 Set the camcorder's Power

Switch to "OFF".

The camcorder turns off.

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WhenusingWindows®2000/Me/XP

| Confirm that" _ " is not

currently displayed on the LCD
monitor of the camcorder.

• If" I_,,_-_ " is currently displayed,
wait until it disappears before

proceeding.

2 Double-

click the
[Safely

Remove Hardware] or [Unplug
or Eject Hardware] icon in the

status bar.

The [Safely Remove Hardware] or

[Unplug or Eject Hardware] dialog box
appears.

Windows®XP: If not, wait a while then
go to step 5.

3 Select [USB Mass Storage

Device] or [USB Disk], and then
click [Stop].

• Windows ®2000/XP

• Windows ®Me

The [Stop a Hardware device] dialog

box appears.

4

Click [OK].
Windows®2000/Me: If a message

indicating that the device can be safely
removed appears, click [OK] and then
click [Close].

Windows ®2000/XP

• Windows ®Me

IJD

The model name depends on the

connected camcorder.

5

Disconnect the USB cable.

6

Set the camcorder's Power
Switch to "OFF".

The camcorderturns off.

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I Connections(Macintosh)

Connect the USB cable to copy still image or video clip files in a memory card to the PC.

To USB To USB
connector connector

USB cable

] To assure safety, make sure all

units are turned off before
making any connections.

2 Use the USB cable to connect

the camcorder to the PC.

NOTES:

• It is recommended to use the AC
Adapter as the power supply instead
of the battery pack,

• When the USB cable is connected,
turning on or off the camcorder or

switching the VIDEO/MEMORY (DSC)
mode on the camcorder causes

malfunctions of the PC.

• If you connect the camcorder to the PC
through a USB hub, compatibility issues

between the hub and the PC may result in
instability in the operation of the PC. If this

happens, connect the camcorder directly

to the PC, not through the hub.

• Do not use an extension USB cable.

I ViewingtheContentsofa

MemoryCard(Macintosh)

| Make sure that there is a

memory card in the camcorder.

2 Set the camcorder's VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY".

3 Set the camcorder's Power

Switch to "PLAY" while
pressing down the Lock Button

located on the switch.

4 Connect the camcorder to the

PC with a USB cable. (See
above)

On the camcorder's LCD monitor
[USB] appears. The memory card icon

appears on the desktop.

• The name of the memory
card icon is "Untitled",

"Unlabeled" or "No name".
We recommend that you

name the icon to tell it from the other
removable disks or folders.

5 Double-clickthe memory card

icon on the desktop.

PC

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

The folders in the memory card

appear.

Navigation data Video Clips

Still images DPOF Setting data

Different file types are stored in
different folders.

[DCIM]: Contains folders with still
images (extension ".jpg")
[DCVl]: Contains folders with video
clips (extension ".asf")

• The [DCVl] folder is displayed only
when the camcorder is equipped
with E-Mail Clip Recording function.

[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF
setting data
[NAVl]: Contains folders with
navigation data

• The [NAVl] folder is displayed only
when the camcorder is equipped

with NAVIGATION function.

NOTES=

• Saving the wrong kinds of files in a
memory card or deleting files or folders

from a memory card can cause problems
with the operation of the camcorder.
When it is necessary to delete a file from

a memory card, delete it through the
camcorder.

• Never disconnect the USB cable while

" I_-I_1_- " is displayed on the

camcorder's LCD monitor.

• If you are using a brand new memory
card, you need to initialize the memory
card with the camcorder first. You may not
be able to copy files from the memory
card to the PC without doing so.

CopyingFilesto thePC

Still image and video clip files that are
stored in a memory card can be copied to
the PC and played back on the PC.

1 Double-click the

memory card icon on

the desktop.

The folders in the memory

card appear.

2 Create a new folder, enter the

folder name, and then double-

click it.

3 Select the folder to be copied,

and then drag and drop that

folder in the destination folder.

• To copy still images: copy the folder
within the [DClM] folder.

• To copy video clips: Copy the folder
within the [DCVl] folder.

"_,-_*_-I_ "appears on the LCD
monitor of the camcorder, and the

folder is copied from the memory card
to the PC.

NOTE:

Never disconnect the USB cable while
"_-I_-i_1_ "is displayed on the camcorder's

LCD monitor.

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I PlayingBackFilesonthe PC IUser'sGuide/Help/Readme

Macintosh(| This manual ony refers to software

Stillimages

Use an application that can handle the
JPEG file format. To view a still image,

either double-click the still image file
(extension ".jpg"), or drag and drop the file

on the application icon.

Videoclips(Onlyfor thecamcorder

equippedwith E-MoilClipRecording

function)

Use the Windows Media TM Player for Mac
(version 6.4 or later). You can download the

Windows Media TM Player for Mac from the
Microsoft web site at:

http:llwww.mJcrosoft.coml

Disconnectingthe USBcable

(Macintosh)

Before loading or unloading memory cards
or turning off the PC, first disconnect the
USB cable and turn off the camcorder.

1 Drop the memory card

icon on the desktop
into the [Trash] icon.

• If the confirmation /

message appears, click

[OK].

2 Confirm that

" _,_,_- " is not
currently displayed on

the LCD monitor of the

camcorder.

• If " _'_'_-_1_ " is currently displayed,
wait until it disappears before

proceeding.

3 Disconnect the USB cable.
4 Set the camcorder's Power

Switch to "OFF".

The camcorder turns off.

installation and PC connection. For more
details of each software, refer to its user's
guide/help/Readme.

• CyberLinkDVDSolution

Following steps are the example of
CyberLink PowerDirector 3.

| Click [Start], go to [All

Programs] or [Programs] -
[CyberLink DVD Solution] -
[PowerDirector], and then click
User's Guide/Help/Readme
depending on your preference.

INFORMATION

The programs in CyberLink DVD Solution

are versions with limited functionality. The
User's Guide and Help files are written for

the commercial version available in
stores. For information about the

differences with the commercial version,
see the Readme file for the respective

program.

• DigitalPhotoNavigator

• The instruction manual is included on the
CD-ROM in PDF format. Right-click the

CD-ROM icon in [My Computer], then
click [Open]. Double-click the [Docs]

folder. Open the "Start.pdf" file and click
the button of the desired language. Note

that Adobe ®Acrobat ¢ Reader TM or
Adobe ® Reader _ must be installed to read

PDF files.

• Adobe ® Reader _ can be loaded from

Adobe's web site: http://

www.adobe.com/

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I Overview ofEnjoyingtheMovingor Still Imagesonthe PC

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SHOOT the moving images SHOOT the stilt images

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Cassette Memory Card

41- 41-

TRANSFER the moving

images via the USB or DV cable
with PowerDirector 3

41- 41-

EDIT moving images with

PowerDirector 3

CREATE the DVD or VCD

with PowerProducer 2 Gold

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PLAYBACK the DVD or VCD

TRANSFER the still images

via the USB cable

CREATE andENJOY the

picture album with

Digital Photo Navigator 1,0

Use of PowerProducer 2 Gold
alone is enough for creating a

DVD or VCD with ease.
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