JVC GR-DV500AA, GR-DV500US User Manual

ENGLISH
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DV700 GR-DV600 GR-DV500 GR-DV400
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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK
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INSTRUCTIONS
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
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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 following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.
Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you…
… refer to the Index (pg. 76 – 81) and familiarise yourself with button locations, etc. before use. … read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 70 through 72 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
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 safty caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit, first firmly insert the small end of the power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
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CAUTIONS:
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U 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.)
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” or “ ” can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene…
… make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . … make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . … remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. … 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.)
Provided Accessories
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AC Adapter AP-V13E or AP-V11E
USB Cable Cable Adapter Editing Cable CD-ROM
Remote Control Unit
RM-V717U
AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit)
Power Cord Battery Pack
Memory Card 8 MB
(Already inserted in the camcorder)
Shoulder Strap (pg. 7 for attachment)
BN-V408U-B
Lens Cap (pg. 7 for attachment)
Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
Core Filter (for optional S-Video cable 墌 pg. 6 for attachment)
Audio Cable x 2 (for connection of optional headphones and external microphone pg. 6)
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.
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How To Use The Audio Cable
When using optional headphones or external microphone, connect to the provided Audio cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the Audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
Stereo microphone
Stereo headphones
Audio cable (provided)
Open the connector cover.
Core filter
To MI C
To (headphones)
How To Attach The Core Filter (for optional S-Video cable)
Attach the core filter to an optional S-Video cable. 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 of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. Wind the cable twice around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.
Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
3 cm
Wind twice.
3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.
NOTES:
If the core filter cannot be attached to the S-Video cable you have, use the optional YTU94146B S-Video cable. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on its availability.
Take care not to damage the cable.
When connecting a cable, attach the end with the
core filter to the camcorder.
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How To Attach The Strap
1 Following the illustration, thread the strap
through the eyelet a.
2 Fold it back and thread it through the buckle b. 3 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of
the strap to the other eyelet c located under the Grip Strap.
4 Confirm the strap is not twisted.
How To Attach The Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder.
During shooting
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CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 9
GETTING STARTED 10
Power .......................................................................10
Grip Adjustment .......................................................12
Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................12
Tripod Mounting ......................................................12
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................................12
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......................13
Operation Mode .......................................................13
Date/Time Settings ....................................................14
Loading A Cassette
/Unloading A Cassette ..........................................15
Loading A Memory Card
/Unloading A Memory Card .................................16
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 17
VIDEO RECORDING ....................................................17
Basic Recording ........................................................17
Tape Remaining Time ...............................................18
Zooming ...................................................................18
Journalistic Shooting .................................................18
Time Code ................................................................19
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ....................19
VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................................................20
Normal Playback ......................................................20
Still Playback ............................................................20
Shuttle Search ...........................................................21
Blank Search ............................................................21
Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................................22
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 23
D.S.C. RECORDING .....................................................23
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............................23
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .......................................................24
Normal Playback Of Images .....................................24
Auto Playback Of Images .........................................24
Playback Of Video Clips ...........................................25
Playback Of Title Images ..........................................25
Index Playback Of Files ............................................26
Viewing File Information ..........................................26
Removing On-Screen Display ...................................26
Protecting Files .........................................................27
Deleting Files ...........................................................28
Resetting The File Name ...........................................29
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ................... 29
Initialising A Memory Card .......................................30
ADVANCED FEATURES 31
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .......................... 31
Changing The Menu Settings .................................... 31
RECORDING MENUS .................................................. 32
Wipe Or Fader Effects ..............................................32
Program AE With Special Effects ............................... 33
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 34
PLAYBACK MENUS ..................................................... 39
FEATURES FOR RECORDING .......................................41
Night Scope .............................................................41
Snapshot (For Video Recording) ...............................41
Self-Timer .................................................................42
Auto Focus ...............................................................43
Manual Focus ........................................................... 43
Exposure Control ......................................................44
Iris Lock ...................................................................44
Backlight Compensation ........................................... 45
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 45
Manual White Balance Adjustment ..........................45
NAVIGATION Function ........................................... 46
E-Mail Clip Recording .............................................. 48
Title Impose .............................................................49
DUBBING ..................................................................50
Dubbing To Or From A VCR ....................................50
Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV IN Connector (Digital Dubbing) ..................51
Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV OUT Connector (Digital Dubbing)
(GR-DV700/500 only) .......................................... 52
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To
A Memory Card..................................................... 53
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...........................54
Audio Dubbing ........................................................56
Insert Editing ............................................................57
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ........................58
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ..............................................62
Connection To A Personal Computer .......................62
Using The Camcorder As A WebCam .......................63
REFERENCES 64
DETAILS ....................................................................64
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 65
CAUTIONS .................................................................70
USER MAINTENANCE .................................................. 73
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 74
INDEX .......................................................................76
TERMS 82
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Automatic Demonstration

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).
MENU Wheel
Lock Button
Power Switch
Sub Menu
ST M SY E
OFF
NO
DEM– MO DE O
Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no
operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and no cassette is in the camcorder.
Performing any operation during the
demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the
camcorder power is turned off.
To cancel Automatic Demonstration
1
Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “s”, and
press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.
5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DEMO
MODE”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and
press it.
7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “BRETURN”,
and press it twice. The normal screen appears.
NOTE:
Detach the lens cap to see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
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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.
Charging The Battery Pack

GETTING STARTED

Arrow
Power/Charge Lamp
AC Adapter
To AC ou tle t
With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
1
upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount a.
BATT.RELEASE Switch
To DC connector
Power Cord
2 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place b. 3 Set the Power Switch to “OFF” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder c,
then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter d.
5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet e. 6 The power/charge lamp on the camcorder blinks
to indicate charging has started.
7 When the power/charge lamp goes out, charging
is finished.
8 Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. 9 Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
To detach the battery pack...
Slide the battery pack down slightly while sliding
BATT. RELEASE to detach it.
Power Switch
Lock Button
Open the cover.
Battery pack Charging time
BN-V408U Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V416U (optional)
BN-V428U (optional)
NOTES:
If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.
Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used.
When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the power/charge lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Adapter, 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.
Using the optional AA-V40 AC Power Adapter/ Charger, you can charge the BN-V408U/V416U/ V428U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC Adapter.
For other notes, pg. 64.
Approx. 3 hr.
Approx. 5 hr.
Using The Battery Pack
Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Charging The Battery Pack” in the left column.
Maximum continuous recording time
Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on
BN-V408U* 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V416U 2 hr. 20 min. 3 hr.
BN-V428U 4 hr. 5 hr. 10 min.
BN-V840U 5 hr. 30 min. 7 hr. 15 min.
BN-V856U 7 hr. 40 min. 10 hr. 20 min.
*Provided
NOTES:
Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:
• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly.
• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
• The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
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TTENTION:
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
INFORMATION:
The optional extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/ Charger: VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA­V15EG or AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA­V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.
NOTE:
It is not possible to use the optional VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone if the BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery pack is used.
Using AC Power
AC Adapter
Open the cover.
To DC connector
Power Cord
About Batteries
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
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.
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), 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. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance. (If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)
For other notes, 墌 pg. 64.
GETTING STARTED
To AC outlet
1
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder a, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter b.
2 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet c.
NOTES:
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
For other notes, pg. 64.
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PAUSE

Grip Adjustment

1 Adjust the velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.

Viewfinder Adjustment

1 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.
3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
CAUTION:
When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder

While using the LCD monitor:
Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º upward).
While using the viewfinder:
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during use.
Dioptre Adjustment Control
CAUTION:
When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to pinch your fingers.

Tripod Mounting

To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise.
180˚
PUSH OPEN Button
NOTES:
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set “PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. (墌 pg. 31, 37)
Coloured bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a malfunction. (墌 pg. 69)
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Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

1 Set the Power Switch to “M” or “PLAY” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “n”, and
press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.
5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “BRIGHT”,
and press it. The Menu Screen closes and the brightness control indicator appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel until the appropriate
brightness is reached.
7 Press the MENU Wheel in.
It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.
MENU Wheel

Operation Mode

To turn 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
Power Switch Position
A (Full Auto Recording):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. The “A” indicator appears on the display.
M (Manual Recording):
Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. (墌 pg. 31) If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode. There is no indication on the display.
OFF: Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
PLAY:
Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
Allows you to play back a video clip on the
memory card.
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.
Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. (墌 pg. 31)
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO:
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If “REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” (pg. 38), 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 “A” or “M”, the currently selected image size appears.
GETTING STARTED
Lock Button
Power/Charge Lamp
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.
Power-Linked Operation
When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.
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Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. (墌 pg. 31, 40)
MENU Wheel
Power/Charge
Lamp
Lock Button
1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Press the MENU Wheel in.
The Menu Screen appears.
4 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “n”, and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.
5 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press it. The parameter for “Day” is highlighted.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to input the day, and press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
7 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “BRETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
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Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery
To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter, or while the battery pack attached to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/ time setting before using the camcorder. Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the date/time.
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not highlighted, the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press the MENU Wheel in, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you have just set.
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EN 15

Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
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.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE”
to close the cassette holder.
Be sure to press only the section labelled “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.
Erase protection tab
Make sure the window side is
PUSH HERE
Cassette
holder cover
facing out.
Cassette holder
Approximate recording time
Ta pe
30 min. 30 min. 45 min.
60 min. 60 min. 90 min.
80 min. 80 min. 120 min.
To switch the recording mode, refer to pages 31 and
34.
NOTES:
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
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.
Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder recedes may cause damage to the camcorder.
Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading.
When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not. See “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (pg. 19).
Recording mode
SP LP
GETTING STARTED
OPEN/EJECT Switch
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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Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card

The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase.
Card Cover (MEMORY CARD)
Memory card
Label
Clipped edge
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.
To protect valuable files (available only for SD Memory Card)…
Write/erase protection tab
Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the 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:
Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “ ” or MultiMediaCards marked “”.
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. (墌 pg. 30)
TTENTION:
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 recognise whether or not the card is installed.

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Basic Recording

NOTE:
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:
Power (pg. 10)
Loading A Cassette (pg. 15)
Power/Charge Lamp
Recording Start/Stop Button
(Lights while recording is in
Power Zoom Lever
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
Tally Lamp
progress.)
Power Switch
PUSH OPEN Button
1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor
fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” 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.
5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
Button. The tally lamp lights and “T REC” appears on the display while recording is in progress.
6 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
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.
LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
• When power is supplied from a battery: the
” battery indicator is displayed. (墌 pg. 80)
• When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the
” battery indicator does not appear.
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. 19).
To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, pg. 31, 36.
To record in LP (Long Play) mode, 墌 pg. 31, 34.
For other notes, pg. 64.

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m
VIDEO RECORDING (cont.)

Tape Remaining Time

Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– h – – m” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.
– h– – m1 h 0 m0
h 5 9
0
h 3
m
m
(Now calculating)
0
h 2
m0 h 1 m0 h 0 m
(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

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 magnification of over 10X 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”.
Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in MANUAL Menu on page 36.
For other notes, pg. 64.

Journalistic Shooting

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 270º (90º downward, 180º upward).
1xW
T
10xW
T
20xW
T
40xW
T
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
10xW
T
Digital zoom zone
10X (optical) zoom zone
Approximate zoom ratio
NOTES:
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record­Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (pg. 43), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
Zooming is possible to a maximum of 300X, or it can be switched to 10X magnification using the optical zoom. (墌 pg. 34)
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Time Code

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. 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. To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌 pg. 58 –
61), time code is necessary. 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” (墌 pg. 19) 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.
Display
12:34:24
Frames are not displayed during recording.
Minutes Seconds
Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 21) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. (pg. 20)
2) Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.
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”. (墌 pg. 37)
When a blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
recorded scene
Shooting start
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Ta pe
recorded scene
Shooting start
point
point
Time code
Already
Shooting stop
Already
Blank
point
New
scene
point
Time code 00:00:00
05:43:21
Time code
05:43:21
Shooting start
Newly recorded
scene
Shooting start point
Time code 05:44:00
Latest scene
Shooting start point
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VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback

MENU Wheel (VOLUME)
Power Switch
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
Stop Button (8)
Play/Pause Button (4/9)
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. (pg. 22)
You can also view the playback picture on the
LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camcorder body.
LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
• When power is supplied from a battery: the “ ” battery indicator is displayed. (墌 pg. 80)
• When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the “ ” battery indicator does not appear.
When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.
To control the speaker volume…
Rotate the MENU Wheel towards “+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the volume.

Still Playback

Pauses during video playback.
1) Press 4/9 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9 again.
If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.
When 4/9 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.
Rewind Button (3)
Speaker
Fast-Forward Button (5
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 15) 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 4/9. 5 To stop playback, press 8.
During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5 to fast-forward the tape.
NOTES:
Clean the video heads using an optional dry cleaning cassette when:
• No picture during playback.
• Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, 墌 pg. 72.
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”.
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Shuttle Search

Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback.
1) During playback, press 5 for forward search,
or 3 for reverse search.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9.
During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. 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.
TTENTION:
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. (pg. 19)
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 15) 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 During Stop mode,
press BLANK SEARCH.
The “BLANK SEARCH” indication appears and the camcorder 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 8.
BLANK SEARCH
PUSH "STOP" BUTON
TO CANCEL
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.
Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared with the tape.
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.
Slow-Motion Playback Frame-By-Frame Playback Playback Zoom Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (provided). (pg. 55)
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VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)

Connections To A TV Or VCR

Connector Cover****
Connector
Cover****
To AV
Audio/Video
cable
(provided)
1234
Cable Adapter*
To TV or VCR
TV
A White to AUDIO L IN** B Red to AUDIO R IN** C Yellow to VIDEO IN D To S-V IDE O IN ***
* If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the
provided cable adapter. ** Not required for watching still images only. *** Connect when your TV/VCR has S-VIDEO IN
and A/V input connectors. In this case, it is not
necessary to connect the yellow video cable. **** When connecting the cable, open the cover.
NOTE:
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C: When connecting to a TV or VCR which
accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.
VCR
To S
S-Video cable (optional)
“Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out Select Switch
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.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV…
Date/Time Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. (pg. 31, 40) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.
Time Code Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF”. (pg. 31, 40)
Indications other than date/time and time code Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”. (pg. 31, 40)
NOTES:
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 11)
To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “A” or M”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
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.
If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.
When a cable is connected to the AV or headphone connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

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Basic Shooting (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. 10)
Loading A Memory Card (pg. 16)
SNAPSHOT Button
Power Switch
PUSH OPEN Button
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor
fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
5 Press SNAPSHOT. The “O” 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 “ ” 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” (墌 pg. 28).
When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set “BEEP” to “OFF”. (墌 pg. 31, 36)
To change the Image Size and/or Picture Quality, pg. 31, 38.
Snapshot mode with no frame
There is the sound of a shutter closing.
A Image Size (pg. 38, 78) B Focus Icon (pg. 78) C Shooting Icon (pg. 78) D Card Icon (pg. 78) E Picture Quality (pg. 38, 78) F Remaining Number Of Shots (pg. 78)
NOTES:
Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (pg. 35), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
If Snapshot recording is not possible, “O” blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
If Program AE with special effects (pg. 33) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.
If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” 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.
The Motor Drive mode (pg. 42) is disabled when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.
Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF.

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D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Normal Playback Of Images

Images shot with the camcorder 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.
Power Switch
Lock Button
MENU Wheel
Rewind Button (3)
Stop Button (8)
VIDEO/
MEMORY
Switch
INFO Button
SELECT Button
Fast-Forward Button (5)
Play/Pause Button (4/9)
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
5 If the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP,
pg. 25) or the title image playback (TITLE, pg. 25) screen appears, press SELECT. The
MEMORY SELECT screen appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “IMAGE”, and
press it. The image playback screen (IMAGE) appears.
7 Press 3 to display the previous file. Press 5
to display the next file.
Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (墌 pg. 26)
You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. (墌 pg. 26)
You can turn off the on-screen playback display. (墌 pg. 26)
NOTES:
Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the last-recorded one.
Images shot in a file size other than “640 x 480”, “1024 x 768”, “1280 x 960” and “1600 x 1200” with another devices will be displayed thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC.
Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX7) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.
Playback Zoom
Available only with the remote control (provided). (pg. 55)

Auto Playback Of Images

You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically.
1 Perform steps 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of
Images”.
2 Press 4/9 to start Auto Playback.
If you press 3 during Auto Playback, files are displayed in descending order.
If you press 5 during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order.
3 To end Auto Playback, press 8.
[For Normal Playback] To display the next image
Image playback screen (IMAGE)
To display the previous image
[For Auto Playback]
100-0013
100-0014
100-0015
100-0016
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Playback Of Video Clips

You can view video clips (墌 pg. 48) stored in the memory card.
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
5 If the image playback (IMAGE) or the title image
playback (TITLE) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “E-MAIL CLIP”, and press it. The video clip playback screen (E-MAIL CLIP) appears.
7 Press 3 to select the
previous file. Press 5 to select the next file.
Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (墌 pg. 26)
You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. (墌 pg. 26)
8 To start playback, press 4/9. 9 To stop playback, press 8.
E-MAIL CLIP

Playback Of Title Images

9 title images are pre-stored in the provided memory card. You can view these files. The title images can be also superimposed during recording. (墌 pg. 49)
1 Load the provided memory card. (pg. 16) 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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
5 If the image playback (IMAGE) or the video clip
playback (E-MAIL CLIP) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “TITLE”, and press it. The title image playback screen (TITLE) appears.
7 Press 3 to select the
previous file. Press 5 to select the next file.
Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (墌 pg. 26)
You can also look for the desired file using Index Screen. (墌 pg. 26)
NOTE:
If the pre-stored title images in the provided memory card have been deleted accidentally, you can copy the image files from the provided CD-ROM. For details, refer to the provided software’s instruction manual included in the CD-ROM.
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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)

Index Playback Of 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 1 6
in “Normal Playback Of Images” (墌 pg. 24).
For Index Playback of video clip files, perform 1 – 6 in “Playback Of Video Clips” (pg. 25).
For Index Playback of title files, perform 1 – 6 in
“Playback Of Title Images” (墌 pg. 25).
2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen of the selected
type of file appears.
Selected file
1
4
7
3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to move the frame to
the desired file.
Press 3 to display the previous page. Press 5 to display the next page.
4 Press the MENU Wheel in. The selected file is
displayed.
Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (See below.)
Index number
3
2
5
6
8 9
Index Screen
F
E
L
I
F
E
T
A
D
E
Z
I
S
T
I
L
A
U
Q
C
E
T
O
R
P
0
1
0
0
0
C
V
D
:
2 7 . 1 0
. 0 3
:
8
6
7
X
4
2
0
1
:
E
N
I
F
:
Y
F
F
O
:
T
Information Screen
R
G
C
V
J
0
0
1
:
R
E
D
L
O
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.

Removing On-Screen Display

1 Perform steps 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of
Images” (pg. 24) or “Playback Of Title Images” (pg. 25).
2 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DISPLAY”,
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and
press it. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery indicator ( ) disappear.
To display the indicators again, select “ON”.
Operation mode indicator
Folder/file number
100-0013

Viewing File Information

You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO Button during normal playback or Index Playback.
FOLDER : Folder name (墌 pg. 29) FILE : File name (墌 pg. 29) 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. 27)
Battery indicator
DISPLAYM E NU
OFF
ON
RETURN
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Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.
MENU Wheel
Power Switch
Lock Button
Rewind Button (3)
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
SELECT Button
Fast-Forward Button (5)
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
If you want to select another type of file, go to step 5. If not, go to step 7.
5 Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen
appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
type of file, and press it.
7 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
8 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “PROTECT”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
MENU
PROTECT
DELE TE DPOF NO . RESE T FORMAT DISPLAY
G
BR I H T END
To protect the currently displayed file
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
10 Press 3 or 5 to
select the desired file.
11 Rotate the MENU
Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it.
To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.
Repeat steps 10 and 11 for all files you want to protect.
To protect all files stored in the memory card
CUR
PROTECTM E NURENT
PROT.ALL CANC.ALL
RETURN
ROT ECTP
PROTECTED
RETURN
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “PROT.ALL”,
and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
10 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
and press it.
To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.
NOTES:
If the “ ” mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected.
When the memory card is initialised or corrupted, even protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.
To Remove Protection
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 8 in “Protecting Files” in the left column.
To remove protection from the currently displayed file
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”,
and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
10 Press 3 or 5 to select the desired file. 11 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
and press it.
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.
Repeat steps 10 and 11 for all files you want to
remove protection.
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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)
To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANC.ALL”,
and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
10 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
and press it.
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.
MENU Wheel
Power Switch
Lock Button
Rewind Button (3)
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
SELECT Button
Fast-Forward Button (5)
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
If you want to select another type of file, go to step 5. If not, go to step 7.
5 Press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen
appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
type of file, and press it.
7 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DELETE”, and
press it. The Sub Menu appears.
To delete the currently displayed file
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The DELETE screen appears.
DELE TE M E NURENT
CUR
ALL
RET URN
10 Press 3 or 5 to
select the desired file.
11 Rotate the MENU
Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it.
To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.
Repeat steps 10 and 11 for all files you want to delete.
NOTE:
If the “ ” mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be deleted.
ELETED
DELE TE?
EXECUTE
RETURN
To delete all files stored in the memory card
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ALL”, and
press it. The DELETE screen appears.
10 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
and press it.
To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.
NOTES:
Protected files (pg. 27) 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, initialise it. (墌 pg. 30)
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Resetting The File Name Setting Print Information (DPOF

By resetting the 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. (Available only for Image and video clip files.)
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
5 If the title image playback (TITLE, pg. 25)
screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
type of file (IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP), and press it. The image or video clip playback screen (IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP) appears.
7 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “NO. RESET”,
and press it. The NO. RESET screen appears.
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
and press it. The new folder (such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file made of the next shot starts from DVC00001.
Folder and File names
Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using a number which is larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are in use. Even if you delete an image or video clip file with a number in the middle of range, the number will not be used for a new shot; a gap will remain in the numerical sequence. If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder (such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001.
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 in a 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. 53)
To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)
1
Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16)
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.
4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
The type of file (IMAGE, E-MAIL CLIP or TITLE) which has been played back at the last time is displayed.
5 If the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP,
pg. 25) or the title image playback (TITLE, pg. 25) screen appears, press SELECT. The
MEMORY SELECT screen appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “IMAGE”, and
press it. The image playback screen (IMAGE) appears.
7 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
8 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “DPOF”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “ALL 1”, and press it. The DPOF screen appears.
10 Rotate the MENU
Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. The normal playback screen appears.
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.
DPOF M E NURENT
CUR ALL 1 RESET RETURN
DPOF
ALL1 ?
EXECUTE
RETURN
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK
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D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)
To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints
Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images
1
(One Print For Each)” (pg. 29).
2 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “CURRENT”, and
DPOF
press it. The DPOF screen appears.
3 Press 3 or 5 to
SHEETS
00
RETURN
select the desired file.
4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the number
indication (00), and press it.
5 Select the number of prints
by rotating the MENU
DPOF
Wheel towards “+” to increase number, or towards “–” to decrease
SHEETS
05
the number, and press it.
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 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “RETURN”, and press it. The “SAVE?” appears.
If you did not change any settings in step 3
DPOF
SAVE?
EXECUTE
CANCEL
through 5, the Menu Screen reappears.
7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE” to
save the setting you have just made, and press it.
To cancel selection, select “CANCEL”.
To Reset The Number Of Prints
1
Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” (pg. 29).
2 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “RESET”, and
press it. The DPOF screen appears.
3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”,
and press it. The normal playback screen appears.
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.
The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still
images.

Initialising A Memory Card

You can initialise a memory card anytime. After initialising, 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 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
4 Press the MENU Wheel in.
The Menu Screen appears.
5 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “FORMAT”, and press it. The FORMAT screen appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. The memory card is initialised.
When initialisation is finished, “NO IMAGES STORED”, “NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED” or “NO TITLE DATA STORED” appears.
To cancel initialisation, select “RETURN”.
CAUTION:
Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation. If the memory card becomes corrupted initialise it.
MENU PROTECT DELE TE DPOF
NO . RESE T
FORMAT
DISPLAY BR I GHT END
ORMATF
ERASE A LL
EXECUTE
RETURN
DATA ?EX IS TI NG
CAUTION:
While performing the above, never disconnect power, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted.

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

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Changing The Menu Settings

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on­screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. (墌 pg. 32 – 40)
MENU Wheel
Power Switch
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
1 For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus:
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO” or “MEMORY”.
Set the Power Switch to “M” 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” (墌 pg. 24).
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Menu Screen for Video and D.S.C. Recording Menu
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4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
function, and press it. The selected function menu appears.
5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the
selected function.
Menu Screen for Video Playback Menu
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Menus without Sub Menus
v WIPE/FADER, r PROGRAM AE,
p EXPOSURE, u W. BAL AN CE
1) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
parameter.
Example: r PROGRAM AE Menu
Selected menu icon blinks.
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UT E SH T R
UT E SH T R OR S SP T O W SN
OT I SP
L GHT
TWILIGHT SEPIA MONOTONE
Selected parameter
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2) Press the MENU Wheel in. Selection is complete. The Menu Screen returns.
Repeat the procedure if
you wish to set other function menus.
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3) Press the MENU Wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes.
Menus with Sub Menus
m CAMERA, q MANUAL, s SYSTEM,
n CAMERA DISPLAY, o DSC, t VIDEO, n VIDEO DISPLAY
1) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired function, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
Example: m CAMERA Menu
Selected function
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Selected menu icon blinks.
2) Rotate the MENU Wheel
to select the desired parameter.
3) Press the MENU Wheel in. Selection is complete.
Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus.
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ADVANCED FEATURES

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MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)

RECORDING MENUS

4) Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen returns.
Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus.
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5) Press the MENU Wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes.
NOTES:
The “m” settings are effective when the Power
Switch is set to both “A” and “M”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “M”.
The “q” settings are effective only when the
Power Switch is set to “M”.
The “s” functions which are set when the Power
Switch is set to “M” are also applied when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.
The “n” (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are
effective even when the Power Switch is set to “A”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “M”.
The “n” (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are
effective only for shooting except “BRIGHT”.
The “n” (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings are effective
only for video playback except “BRIGHT”.
The date indication can also be turned on/off by
pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided). (墌 pg. 22, 50, 59)

Wipe Or Fader Effects

IMPORTANT:
Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. (pg. 33) If an unusable Wipe/Fader Effect is selected, its indicator blinks in blue or goes out.
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”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
3 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
4 Set “v” to the desired mode. (pg. 31) 5 To activate the Fade-in or Wipe-in, press FADE/
WIPE during Record-Standby mode.
The selected effect indicator appears.
To activate the Fade-out or Wipe-out, press FADE/WIPE during recording.
The selected effect indicator appears.
6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate
the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
To deactivate the selected effect…
Press FADE/WIPE again in step 6. The effect indicator disappears.
NOTE:
You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button.
WIPE/FADER
(Factory-preset: FADER–WHITE)
FADER–WHITE: Fade in or out with a white
screen.
FADER–BLACK: Fade in or out with a black
screen.
FADER–B.W: Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white.
WIPE – CORNER: 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 centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the centre.
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WIPE–SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or
wipe out from left to right.
WIPE – DOOR: Wipe in as the 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 centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen.

Program AE With Special Effects

IMPORTANT:
Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects. (pg. 32) If an unusable mode is selected, the indicator of Wipe/Fader effects blinks or goes out.
1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Set “r” to the desired mode. (pg. 31) 4 Press PROG.AE to activate the selected effect.
The selected effect indicator appears.
To deactivate the selected effect…
Press PROG.AE again. The effect indicator disappears.
NOTES:
Program AE with special effects can be changed
during recording or during Record-Standby.
Some modes of Program AE with special effects
cannot be used during Night-Scope.
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.
NOTE:
“SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the exposure control. (墌 pg. 44)
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance (pg. 34, 45) is automatically set to “ ”, but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. The flash does not fire in this mode.
SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.
MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. 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”.
ADVANCED FEATURES
PROGRAM AE
(Factory-preset: SHUTTER 1/50)
SHUTTER 1/50: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/ 50th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower.
SHUTTER 1/120: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury­vapour lamp is reduced.
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 slow­motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions.
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RECORDING MENUS (cont.)
Exposure Control
EXPOSURE (Factory-preset: AUTO)
For details, refer to “Exposure Control” (墌 pg. 44).
AUTO : Returns to automatic exposure control. MANUAL : Makes the exposure control indicator
appear.

White Balance Adjustment

W. BAL ANCE (Factory-preset: AUTO)
For details, refer to “White Balance Adjustment” (pg. 45).
AUTO: White balance is adjusted automatically.
MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting.
FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.
HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
Camera Menu
CAMERA
Recording mode
Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference.
REC MODE (Factory-preset: SP)
SP: Standard Play LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5
times the recording time.
NOTES:
Audio Dubbing (pg. 56) and Insert Editing
(pg. 57) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode.
If the recording mode is switched during
recording, 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 or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.
Sound mode
SOUND MODE (Factory-preset: 12 bit)
12 bit: Enables video recording of stereo sound
on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models)
16 bit: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)
Zooming
ZOOM (Factory-preset: 40X)
10X: When set to “10X” while using digital zoom,
the zoom magnification will reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.
40X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification.
300X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 300X digital magnification.
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
Snapshot mode for video recording
For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)” (pg. 41). There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
SNAP MODE (Factory-preset: FULL)
FULL: Snapshot mode with no frame NEGA: Nega mode PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame
FULL NEGA PIN-UP FRAME
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Gain up
GAIN UP (Factory-preset: AGC)
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment. AGC: The overall appearance may be grainy, but
the image is bright. AUTO : 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, “ ” is displayed.
Navigation time
NAVIGATION (Factory-preset: MANUAL)
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. (墌 pg. 46) However, the stored thumbnail images may take up a lot of memory. In this case, using the memory card with large capacity is recommended.
MANUAL: Enables thumbnail images to be made manually. (pg. 46)
Manual Menu
MANUAL
Digital Image Stabilisation
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.
DIS (Factory-preset: ON)
OFF / ON
NOTES:
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand
shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:
• When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
• When shooting dark or dim subjects.
• When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
• When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
• When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
Self-Timer
For details, refer to “Self-Timer” (墌 pg. 42).
SELF-TIMER (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF / ON
5-Second Recording
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”. (墌 pg. 31)
“5S” appears.
2 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 1.
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. 34), then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second still. When “5S” is set to “Anim.”, this function is not available.
5S (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF: Disables 5-Second Recording. 5S: Enables 5-Second Recording. Anim.: 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.
NOTE:
When “5S” is set to “Anim.”, the 5-Second Recording mode is not available. Animation recording of a few frames only is taken instead.
ADVANCED FEATURES
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RECORDING MENUS (cont.)
Maximum telephoto setting
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting.
TELE MACRO (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF: Disables the function. ON: When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject
as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.
NOTE:
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
Wide mode
WIDE MODE (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF: Records with no change in the screen ratio.
For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. CINEMA* : 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.
SQUEEZE* : For playback on TVs with an 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 playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/ viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.
D.WIDE* : The indicator appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical zoom wide angle range. This mode’s wide angle setting is equivalent to using a 0.7X wide conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to a magnification set in CAMERA Menu. This mode is suitable for shooting in a small room.
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
Wind cut
WIND CUT (Factory-preset: OFF)
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.
System Menu
SYSTEM
Beep, melody and shutter sound
BEEP (Factory-preset: MELODY)
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 at the beginning and end of recording. It also activates the shutter sound effect. (墌 pg. 23, 41)
MELODY: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect. (墌 pg. 23, 41)
Tally lamp setting
TALLY (Factory-preset: ON)
OFF: The tally lamp remains off at all times. ON: The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of
recording.
Remote control setting
For details, refer to “USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT” (墌 pg. 54).
REMOTE (Factory-preset: ON)
OFF: Disables the remote control operations. ON: Enables the remote control operations.
Automatic demonstration mode
Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. (墌 pg. 9)
DEMO MODE (Factory-preset: ON)
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 how 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 “A” or “M”.
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.
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NOTES:
If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
“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”.
Title impose
For details, refer to “Title Impose” (墌 pg. 49).
TITLE W/ (Factory-preset: BACKGRND)
BACKGRND: Superimposes the title/frame over
images. IMAGE: Superimposes the title/frame with its
white background.
Priority setting
When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use.
PRIORITY (Factory-preset: LCD)
LCD: Allows you to use the LCD monitor. FINDER: Allows you to use the viewfinder.
Resetting menu settings
CAM RESET
EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset. RETURN: Does not reset all settings to the factory-
preset.
Display Menu
CAMERA DISPLAY
Brightness adjustment of the display
BRIGHT
For details, refer to “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display” (墌 pg. 13).
Display setting
ON SCREEN (Factory-preset: LCD/TV)
LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the
date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen.
LCD/TV: Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.
Date and time display setting
DATE/TIME (Factory-preset: AUTO)
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 “A” or “M”.
ON: The date/time is always displayed.
Time code setting
TIME CODE (Factory-preset: OFF)
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.
ADVANCED FEATURES
Clock adjustment
CLOCK ADJ.
Allows you to set the current date and time. (pg. 14)
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RECORDING MENUS (cont.)
DSC Menu
DSC
Picture quality
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).
QUALITY (Factory-preset: FINE)
FINE / STANDARD
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.
Image size
The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs.
IMAGE SIZE (Factory-preset: 1280 x 960)
640 x 480 / 1024 x 768 / 1280 x 960 / 1600 x 1200
NOTE:
The settings can be changed only when the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
Approximate Number of Storable Images
Image Size/Picture Quality
640 x 480/ FINE
640 x 480/ STANDARD
1024 x 768/ FINE
1024 x 768/ STANDARD
1280 x 960/ FINE
1280 x 960/ STANDARD
1600 x 1200/ FINE
1600 x 1200/ STANDARD
SD Memory Card
8 MB* 16 MB* 32 MB* 64 MB*
47 95 205 425
160 295 625 1285
21 47 95 200
65 145 310 640
13 29 60 125
45 95 205 425
8194180
28 60 130 275
Image Size/Picture Quality
640 x 480/ FINE
640 x 480/ STANDARD
1024 x 768/ FINE
1024 x 768/ STANDARD
1280 x 960/ FINE
1280 x 960/ STANDARD
1600 x 1200/ FINE
1600 x 1200/ STANDARD
MultiMediaCard
8 MB** 8 MB* 16 MB* 32 MB*
49 55 105 215
165 190 320 645
22 25 50 100
70 75 160 320
14 16 32 60
47 50 105 215
9102142
30 34 65 135
* Optional ** Provided (9 title images pre-stored)
Recording media selection
REC SELECT (Factory-preset: )
: When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape.
/ : 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 MODE” selection in CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card recording.

PLAYBACK MENUS

EN 39
Video Menu
VIDEO
Playback sound
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 31, select “SOUND MODE” or “12bit MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
SOUND MODE (Factory-preset: STEREO )
STEREO : Sound is output on both “L” and “R”
channels in stereo. SOUND L : Sound from the “L” channel is
output. SOUND R : Sound from the “R” channel is
output.
12bit MODE (Factory-preset: SOUND 1)
MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined
and output in stereo on both “L” and “R” channels.
SOUND 1: Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
SOUND 2: Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
NOTES:
The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions, “12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)
The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.
Synchro adjustment
For details, refer to “For More Accurate Editing” (pg. 61).
SYNCHRO (Factory-preset: ±0.0)
Recording mode
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. (墌 pg. 50, 52)
REC MODE (Factory-preset: SP)
SP / LP
NOTE:
“REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” or “M”.
Dubbing from tape to memory card
COPY (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF: Enables snapshots to be taken during tape
playback. ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a
tape to a memory card. (墌 pg. 53)
Deleting thumbnail images
For details, refer to “To delete thumbnail images” (pg. 47).
NAVI.DEL.
IMAGE SEL. / TAPE SEL. / ALL / RETURN
S-Video/AV input (GR-DV700/500 only)
S/AV INPUT (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF: Enables audio/video signal output to a TV,
VCR, etc. via the AV and S-Video connectors. (pg. 22, 50)
ON: Enables audio/video signal input from the AV and S-Video connectors. (墌 pg. 50)
ADVANCED FEATURES
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PLAYBACK MENUS (cont.)
System Menu
SYSTEM
Each setting is linked with “s”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”. (pg. 31) The parameters are the same as in the description on page 36.
BEEP (Factory-preset: MELODY)
OFF / BEEP / MELODY
TALLY (Factory-preset: ON)
OFF / ON
REMOTE (Factory preset: ON)
OFF / ON
DEMO MODE (Factory-preset: ON)
OFF / ON
TITLE W/ (Factory-preset: BACKGRND)
BACKGRND / IMAGE
PRIORITY (Factory-preset: LCD)
LCD / FINDER
CAM RESET
EXECUTE / RETURN
Display Menu
VIDEO DISPLAY
The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN settings) are the same as in the description on page 37.
NOTE:
The date indication can also be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided). (pg. 22, 50, 59)
Display
ON SCREEN Setting:
12
bi t/SOUND
L
12: 34: 24
1
4
For playback sound, tape speed and tape running during video playback.
DATE/TIME Setting: For date/time.
30..21
52
7
1:
03
TIME CODE Setting: For time code.
Minutes Seconds Frames*
* 25 frames = 1 second
Brightness adjustment of the display
BRIGHT
For details, refer to “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display” (墌 pg. 13).
ON SCREEN (Factory-preset: LCD)
OFF / LCD / LCD/TV
When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display disappears.
DATE/TIME (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF / AUTO / ON
When set to “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.
TIME CODE (Factory-preset: OFF)
OFF / ON

FEATURES FOR RECORDING

EN 41
SNAPSHOT Button
Power Switch
Lock Button
NIGHT Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

Night Scope

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 “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Scope indicator
“” appears.
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to
provide up to 30 times sensitivity.
“ ” appears beside “ ” while the shutter
speed is being automatically adjusted.
To deactivate Night-Scope …
Press NIGHT again so that the Night-Scope indicator disappears.
NOTES:
During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out:
• Some modes of “Program AE With Special
Effects” (墌 pg. 33).
• “GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu. (墌 pg. 35)
• “DIS” in MANUAL Menu. (墌 pg. 35)
During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.

Snapshot (For Video Recording)

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 “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
3 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
4 Set “SNAP MODE” to the desired mode.
(pg. 31, 34)
5 Press SNAPSHOT.
The “O” indication appears and a still
image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record­Standby 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 (“A” or “M”), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode.
NOTES:
To remove the shutter sound, refer to “BEEP” on page 36.
If Snapshot recording is not possible, the “O” indication blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
If Program AE with special effects (pg. 33) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.
If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON” (pg. 35), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
During playback as well, all snapshot modes are available when “ COPY” is set to “OFF” in VIDEO Menu. (pg. 39) However, the shutter sound is not heard.
During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no effect in the recorded image.
When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.
ADVANCED FEATURES
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.)
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 5 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 “ / ”. (墌 pg. 38)
SNAPSHOT Button
MENU Wheel
FOCUS Button
Lock Button
Power Switch

Self-Timer

Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding the final touch to a memorable picture.
1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180° so that it faces forward and view yourself while self-recording with the viewfinder pushed back.
3 Set “SELF-TIMER” to
“ON ”. (墌 pg. 31, 35)
4 To engage the Self-Timer
for video recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and video recording starts.
5 To stop Self-Timer
recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button again.
Self-Timer indication
The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
OR
5 Press SNAPSHOT.
After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and snapshot recording starts. After that, the camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
6 To end Self-Timer recording, select “OFF” in
step 3.
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NOTE:
If “BEEP” and “TALLY” are set to “OFF” (墌 pg. 36), the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light.
When the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown:
Begins blinking
(Self-Timer starts)
(Self-Timer shooting starts
Stops blinking and stays on
(Self-Timer video recording
Blinks quickly
soon)
starts)
After approx. 15 sec.
OR
(Self-Timer snapshot
Turns off
recording occurs)
EN 43

Auto Focus

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity.
Focus detection zone
However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases perform “Manual Focus”):
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, one­colour wall, or a 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: , , and
NOTES:
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean. (pg. 73) When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first. (pg. 18) If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” is set to “ON”. (墌 pg. 36)

Manual Focus

NOTE:
If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed “Viewfinder Adjustment” (pg. 12).
1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator
appears.
3 To focus on a further subject, rotate the MENU
Wheel clockwise. The “ ” indicator appears and blinks.
While focusing on a further subject
Manual focus
indicator
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU Wheel counterclockwise. The “ ” indicator appears and blinks.
While focusing on a nearer subject
Manual focus
indicator
To reset to Auto Focus... Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to “A”.
NOTES:
Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
ADVANCED FEATURES
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MENU Wheel
Lock Button
Power Sw itch

Exposure Control

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 “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Set “p” to “MANUAL”. (pg. 31, 34)
The exposure control indicator appears.
4 To brighten the image, rotate the MENU Wheel
towards “+”. To darken the image, rotate the MENU Wheel towards “–”. (maximum ±6)
+3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight compensation. (墌 pg. 45)
–3 exposure has the same effect as when “r” is set to “SPOTLIGHT”. (墌 pg. 33)
5 Press the MENU Wheel in. Exposure adjustment
is complete.
To return to automatic exposure control...
Set “p” to “AUTO”. (pg. 31, 34) Or, set the Power Switch to “A”.
NOTES:
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the
same time when “r” is set to “SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” (pg. 33), or with the backlight compensation. (墌 pg. 45)
If the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”. (pg. 31, 35)
FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.)

Iris Lock

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.
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken or brighten.
1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Set “p” to “MANUAL”. (pg. 31, 34)
The exposure control indicator appears.
4 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold the MENU Wheel for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator and the “ ” indication appear.
5 Press the MENU Wheel in.
The “ ” indication changes to “ ” and the iris is locked.
To return to automatic iris control...
Set “p” to “AUTO”. (pg. 31, 34) Or, set the Power Switch to “A”.
The exposure control indicator and “ ” disappear.
To lock the exposure control and the iris…
After step 3 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the exposure by rotating the MENU Wheel. Then lock the iris in steps 4 and 5 of “Iris Lock”. For automatic locking, select “AUTO” in step 3. The exposure control and the iris become automatic.
Iris Lock Indicator
EN 45

Backlight Compensation

Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Press BACK LIGHT. The
indicator is displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level.
Using the BACK LIGHT Button may cause the light
around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white.
Backlight compensations is also available when
the Power Switch is set to “A”.
BACK LIGHT Button

White Balance Adjustment

The white balance that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colour s 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 colour /tint reproduction.
(Factory-preset: AUTO)
AUTO: White balance is adjusted automatically.
MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. (“Manual White Balance Adjustment”)
FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.
HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of lighting is used.
For the setting, refer to “Changing The Menu
Settings” (墌 pg. 31).
The selected mode indicator except “AUTO”
appears.
To return to automatic white balance…
Set “u” to “AUTO”. (pg. 31, 34) Or, set the Power Switch to “A”.
NOTE:
White balance cannot be used when “r” is set to “SEPIA” or “MONOTONE”. (墌 pg. 33)

Manual White Balance Adjustment

Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting.
Lock Button
MENU Wheel
1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the
viewfinder fully.
3 Set “u” to “MWB”. (pg. 31, 34)
The indication blinks slowly.
4 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.
5 Press the MENU Wheel in until begins
blinking rapidly. When the setting is completed, resumes normal blinking.
6 Press the MENU Wheel in twice. The Menu
Screen closes and the Manual White Balance indicator is displayed.
NOTES:
In step 4, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually. (pg. 43)
A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the colour 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.
White paper
Power Switch
ADVANCED FEATURES
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PAUSE
FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.)

NAVIGATION Function

The Navigation Function helps you check tape contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card.
MENU Wheel
Power Switch
Lock Button
Rewind Button (3)
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
NAVI Button
NAVI STORE Button
Fast-Forward Button (5)
To make thumbnail images during video recording automatically
1
Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 15)
2 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
5 Set “NAVIGATION” to the desired navigation
storing time. (pg. 31, 35)
If the “ ” 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.
6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording.
When the recording time is over the navigation time set in step 5, “ 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 “ ” stops blinking, the image of the
Displayed while the
captured image is
being stored in the
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memory card.
point where the loaded memory card is recognised is captured.
7 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop
recording.
To make thumbnail images after video recording manually...
1) Perform steps 1 to 4 above.
2) Set “NAVIGATION” to “MANUAL”.
(pg. 31, 35)
3) After the recording, press NAVI 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 “ / ” in DSC Menu, the number shows how many 640 x 480 pixel images can be stored.
If “5S” is set to “5S” or “Anim.” in MANUAL Menu, the NAVIGATION function will not work properly.
To find scenes on tape using thumbnail images (NAVIGATION Search)
Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 15)
1 2 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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 NAVI during video playback or stop mode.
The loaded cassette’s NAVIGATION thumbnail image screen appears.
Press 3 to display the previous page. Press 5 to display the next page.
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6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
image, and press it.
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 4/9, 3, 5 or 8.
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To add thumbnail images during video playback
Perform steps 1 to 4 in “To find scenes on tape
1
using thumbnail images (NAVIGATION Search)”.
2 Press 4/9 to start video playback. 3 Press NAVI STORE at the desired point.
The “ ” indicator appears briefly and the image of the point where NAVI STORE is pressed is stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image.
To delete thumbnail images
1
Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16)
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 the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “t”, and
press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.
ID O V E
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to
select “NAVI.DEL.”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
7 By rotating the MENU
Wheel...
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 “ALL” to delete all thumbnail images stored in the memory card at once.
8 Press the MENU Wheel in.
The NAVIGATION screen appears.
9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to
select “EXECUTE”, and press it.
Press 3 to display the previous page. Press 5 to display the next page.
To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.
Thumbnail images cannot be deleted during
video playback.
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, initialise it.
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NOTE:
Once images are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check images before deleting.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to always use the same tape and memory card together as they were during recording; otherwise, the camcorder cannot recognise 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: “NO ID ON TAPE OR CARD”, “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.
ADVANCED FEATURES
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FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.)
E-Mail Clip Recording
You can make video clips in 160 x 120 pixels 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.
Power Switch
Lock Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
Stop (8) Button
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
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E-MAIL Button
Play/Pause Button (4/9)
Remaining time
Shooting starts when the Recording Start/ Stop Button is pressed.
Shooting stops when the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed again.
Recording is complete.
To make video clips from real-time camera image
Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 16)
1 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
4 Press E-MAIL to 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 Record­Standby mode.
7 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The
normal screen reappears.
To view video clips stored in a memory card…
Refer to “Playback Of Video Clips” (墌 pg. 25).
To delete unwanted video clips stored in a memory card…
Refer to “Deleting Files” (墌 pg. 28).
Approximate recording time
MultiMediaCard
8 MB** 7 min.
8 MB* 8 min.
16 MB* 17 min.
* Optional ** Provided (9 title images pre-stored)
NOTE:
It is not possible to adjust the speaker and headphone volume during E-Mail Clip Recording mode.
To make video clips from recorded video footage
Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 15)
1 2 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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 4/9 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 8 to stop video playback.
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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 Record­Standby mode.
9 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The
normal screen reappears.
To view video clips stored in a memory card…
Refer to “Playback Of Video Clips” (墌 pg. 25).
To delete unwanted video clips stored in a memory card…
Refer to “Deleting Files” (墌 pg. 28).
NOTES:
Approximate maximum recording time per video clip is 3 minutes.
Playback operation cannot be performed during E-Mail Clip Recording.
If the end of the tape is reached during E-Mail Clip Recording, that portion will be automatically stored in the memory card.
If the end of the tape is reached in step 6, the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode will be automatically cancelled.
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.
240 x 176 size video clip files made with other devices or video clip files that are longer than 3 minutes cannot be played back with this camcorder. “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” is displayed.
The title image playback (TITLE) screen and the title index screen (pg. 25, 26) cannot be used during E-Mail Clip Recording.
Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder, however, this noise is not present in the actual video clips stored in the memory card.
You can also view video clips on your PC by using Windows to the instructions of PC and software.
®
Media Player version 6.4 or later. Refer

Title Impose

A selection of titles/frames stored in the provided memory card can be superimposed.
MENU Wheel
TITLE Button
INDEX Button
Title Selection
Perform steps 1 to 6 in “Playback Of Title
1
Images” (墌 pg. 25).
2 Press INDEX. The title index screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired
title, and press it.
4 Set “TITLE W/” to the desired mode.
(pg. 31, 37)
Title Recording
5
Press TITLE during recording. The selected title/ frame is recorded.
Press TITLE again to turn off the title/frame.
NOTES:
Title Impose can also be used for dubbing.
You can delete unwanted titles/frames (“Deleting
Files” (pg. 28)) or protect important ones from accidental erasure (“Protecting Files” (墌 pg. 27)).
A title/frame created on a PC can be transferred to a memory card using the provided software. Transferred titles/frames are displayed from title index number 12. They can be used together with the titles/frames in the provided memory card. For details on creating/transferring titles/frames, refer to the software instructions.
ADVANCED FEATURES
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DUBBING

Dubbing To Or From A VCR

NOTE:
Dubbing from a VCR is possible with GR-DV700/ 500 only.
Connector Cover***
Connector
Cover***
To AV
Audio/Video
cable
(provided)
1234
Cable Adapter*
VCR
A White to AUDIO L IN or OUT B Red to AUDIO R IN or OUT C Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUT D To S-VIDEO** IN or OUT
* If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the
provided cable adapter.
** 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.
*** When connecting the cable, open the cover.
NOTE:
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C:
When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts
Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS:
When connecting to a TV or VCR which does
not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.
To use this camcorder as a player...
1 Following the illustrations, connect the
camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to page 22.
2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
“VIDEO”.
To S
S-Video cable (optional)
“Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out Select Switch
TV
3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
4 Turn on the VCR’s power. 5 Insert the source cassette in the camcorder. 6 Insert the recording cassette in the VCR. 7 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
Refer to the instruction manual for the VCR.
8 Press 4/9 on the camcorder to start playback of
the source tape.
9 At the point you want to start dubbing, engage
the VCR’s Record mode.
10 To pause dubbing, engage the VCR’s Record-
Pause mode and press 4/9 on the camcorder.
11 Repeat steps 8 – 10 for additional editing. Stop
the VCR and camcorder.
NOTES:
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 11)
As the camcorder starts to play your footage, it will appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.
Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they are being recorded onto the new tape.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV...
• Date/time
Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. (pg. 31, 40) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.
• Time code
Set “TIME CODE” to “OFF” or “ON”. (pg. 31, 40)
• Indications other than date/time and time code
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/ TV”. (墌 pg. 31, 40)
To use this camcorder as a recorder... (GR-DV700/500 only)
1) Perform steps 1 to 3 in the left column.
2) Set “S/AV INPUT” to “ON”. (pg. 31, 39)
3) Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP”. (pg. 31, 34)
4) Insert the recording cassette in this camcorder.
5) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to engage
the Record-Pause mode. The “ ” indication appears on the screen.
6) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording. The indication rotates.
A/V . IN
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7) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop recording. The indication stops rotating.
NOTES:
After dubbing, set “S/AV INPUT” back to “OFF”.
Analogue signals can be converted to digital
signals with this procedure.
It is also possible to dub from another camcorder.
Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV IN Connector (Digital Dubbing)
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 /O UT*
Core filter
To DV I N
Video unit equipped with DV connector
DV cable (optional)
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 Set this camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
“VIDEO”.
4 Set this camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
5 Turn on the video unit’s power. 6 Insert the source cassette in this camcorder. 7 Insert the recording cassette in the video unit. 8 Press 4/9 on this camcorder to start playback of
the source cassette.
9 At the point you want to start dubbing, engage
the video unit’s Record mode.
10 To pause dubbing, engage the video unit’s
Record-Pause mode and press 4/9 on this camcorder.
11 Repeat steps 8 – 10 for additional editing. Stop
the video unit and camcorder.
NOTES:
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 11)
If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
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 9. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
If “Title Impose” (pg. 49), “Playback Zoom” (pg. 55) or “Playback Special Effects” (pg. 56) is attempted or SNAPSHOT is pressed during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV connector.
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
ADVANCED FEATURES
* DV IN/OUT: GR-DV700/500
DV OUT: GR-DV600/400
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DUBBING (cont.)
Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV OUT Connector (Digital Dubbing) (GR-DV700/500 only)
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from another video unit equipped with a DV connector onto the camcorder. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration.
To DV IN/OUT
Core filter
To DV O U T
Video unit equipped with
DV connector
DV cable (optional)
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 this camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
“VIDEO”.
4 Set this camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
5 Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP”. (pg. 31, 34) 6 Turn on the video unit’s power. 7 Insert the source cassette in the video unit. 8 Insert the recording cassette in this camcorder. 9 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to engage
the Record-Pause mode.
The “ ” indication appears on the screen.
DV. IN
10 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording.
The indication rotates.
11 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to
engage the Record-Pause mode.
The indication stops rotating.
12 Repeat steps 10 – 11 for additional editing.
Stop the video unit and camcorder.
NOTES:
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 11)
If no image is displayed on the LCD monitor, set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF”. (墌 pg. 31, 39)
If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
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 9. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current “SOUND MODE” setting. (墌 pg. 34)
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
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Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card.
MENU Wheel
SNAPSHOT Button
Power Switch
Lock Button
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
Play/Pause Button (4/9)
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 15) 2 Load a memory card. (pg. 16) 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 Set “ COPY” to “ON”. (pg. 31, 39) 6 Press 4/9 to start playback. 7 At the point you want to dub, press 4/9 again to
engage Still Playback.
8 To dub the image, press SNAPSHOT.
The ” ” indication appears during dubbing.
The selected image is stored in the memory card.
NOTES:
If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 8 when a memory card is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is displayed.
If an image recorded on the tape using “WIDE MODE” (pg. 36) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.
To use Playback Special effects with a video image you wish to dub, perform up to step 8 using the remote control (provided). (墌 pg. 56)
Images are dubbed in 640 x 480 pixels.
ADVANCED FEATURES
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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. (墌 pg. 55)
Installing The Batteries
The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size batteries. Refer to “General Battery Precautions” (pg. 70).
1 Remove the battery compartment cover while
pushing up the tab as illustrated.
2 Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the
correct direction.
3 Re-attach the battery compartment cover.
1
3
Ta b
Insert the minus (–) end first.
+
2
+
Beam Effective Area (indoor use)
When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The transmitted beam’s approximate effective distance for indoor use is 5 m.
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.
Remote sensor
Buttons And Functions
A Infrared beam transmitting window
Transmits the beam signal.
The following buttons are available only when the camcorder’s Power Switch set to “PLAY”.
B DISPLAY Button .................... (pg. 22, 50, 59)
C SHIFT Button............................... (pg. 55, 58)
D SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons........ (pg. 55)
Left/Right Buttons ............................. (墌 pg. 55)
E REW Button
•Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search
on a tape..........................................(墌 pg. 21)
•Displays previous file
in a memory card.............................(pg. 24)
F FADE/WIPE Button............................ (pg. 60)
G EFFECT ON/OFF Button .................... (pg. 56)
H EFFECT Button................................... (pg. 56)
I PAUSE IN Connector......................... (pg. 59)
J MBR SET Button ................................ (pg. 58)
K Up Button ......................................... (pg. 55)
INSERT Button................................... (墌 pg. 57)
L Down Button..................................... (墌 pg. 55)
A. DUB Button .................................. (墌 pg. 56)
M PLAY Button
•Starts Playback of a tape ..................(墌 pg. 20)
•Starts Auto Playback of images
in a memory card ............................(pg. 24)
N FF Button
•Forward/Forward Shuttle Search
on a tape .........................................(墌 pg. 21)
•Displays next file
in a memory card ............................(pg. 24)
O STOP Button
•Stops the tape ..................................(pg. 20)
•Stops Auto Playback ........................(墌 pg. 24)
P PAU SE Bu tton
Pauses the tape ...................................(墌 pg. 55)
Q R.A.EDIT Buttons ...................... (pg. 58 – 61)
The following buttons are available when the camcorder’s Power Switch set to “A” or “M”.
a Zoom (T/W) Buttons
Zoom in/out .................................(pg. 18, 55)
(Also available with the Power Switch set to “PLAY”)
b START/STOP Button
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
c SNAPSHOT Button
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.
.
Zoom Buttons
SHIFT
Left or SLOW
Rewind Button
Right or SLOW
Forward Button
Up Button
Down Button
PLAY PAUSE
STOP
Slow-Motion Playback
Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback.
During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds.
After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with an 80-minute cassete) in Slow Rewind or approx. 5 minutes in Slow Forward, normal playback resumes.
To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE (9).
To stop Slow-Motion playback, press PLAY (U).
NOTES:
You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still Playback by pressing SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds.
During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.
After SLOW (YI or IU) is pressed and held, the still image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.
There may be a small margin between the slow­motion playback start point you chose and the actual start point for Slow-Motion Playback.
During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in video and the picture may seem unstable, especially with steady images. This is not a malfunction.
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Playback Zoom
Magnifies the recorded image up to 30X at any time during video playback and D.S.C. playback.
1) Press PLAY (U) to start video playback. Or perform normal playback of images.
2) At the point you want to zoom in, press the Zoom Button (T).
To zoom out, press the Zoom
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 L, Right F, Up U and Down E.
To end zoom, press and hold W until
magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (8) and then press PLAY (U) 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.
ADVANCED FEATURES
Frame-By-Frame Playback
Allows frame-by-frame search during video playback.
During normal or still playback, press SLOW (IU) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (YI) repeatedly for reverse. Each time SLOW (YI or IU) is pressed, the frame is played back.
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
Playback Special Effects
Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image. The effects that can be used during playback are CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE, SEPIA and STROBE. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording. (墌 pg. 33)
CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a
strobe effect.
MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.
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 (U).
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.

Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. (墌 pg. 34)
Headphone Connector
Stereo Microphone
Speaker
A.DUB PLAY PAUSE
STOP
1 Play back the tape to locate the point where
editing will start, then press PAUS E (9).
2 While holding A. DUB (D) on the remote
control, press PAUSE (9). The “9D” and “MIC” indicators appear.
3 Press PLAY (U), then begin “narrating”. Speak
into the microphone.
To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (9).
4 To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (9), then
STOP (8).
To hear the sound during Audio Dubbing...
Connect optional headphones to the headphone connector or use the AV connector, and set the “12bit MODE” to the desired mode;
•“SOUND 1” for the playback sound.
•“SOUND 2” for the dubbed sound.
•“MIX” for the playback and dubbed sound.
To hear the dubbed sound during playback…
Set “12bit MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX”. (pg. 31, 39)
NOTES:
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.
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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 mid­recording 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.
To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the television, make connections. (墌 pg. 22)
For GR-DV700/500 owners: 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. (墌 pg. 31, 39) The “AUX” indication appears instead of “MIC”.

Insert Editing

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 outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged.
START/STOP
REW
STOP
INSERT PLAY
PAUSE
5 To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then
STOP (8).
NOTES:
Program AE with special effects (pg. 33) 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 Edting stops. (墌 pg. 80)
If a memory card is loaded and “NAVIGATION” is set to other than “MANUAL”, a NAVIGATION thumbnail image is stored in the memory card. (pg. 46)
ADVANCED FEATURES
NOTES:
Before performing the following steps, make sure that “TIME CODE” is set to “ON”. (pg. 31, 40)
Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
To perform Insert Editing while watching in the television, make connections. (墌 pg. 22)
1 Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and
press PAU SE (9). Confirm the time code at this point. (墌 pg. 40)
2 Press REW (
then press PAUSE (9).
3
) until the Edit-In point is located,
3 Press and hold INSERT (I) on the remote
control, then press PAU SE (9). The “9I” indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode.
4 Press START/STOP to begin editing.
Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1.
To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it again to resume editing.
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see “VCR CODE LIST”), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed in the remote control. (pg. 54)
SHIFT
Set Remote/VCR Code
1 Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold MBR SET, and enter the brand code. The code is automatically set once you release MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.
2 Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote for the desired function. The functions the remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to press
SHIFT for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.
IMPORTANT:
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions.
NOTES:
If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.
If the remote control is not able to control the VCR, use the controls on the VCR.
When the remote control’s batteries run out, the VCR brand you have set will be erased. In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to reset the VCR brand.
MBR SET
VCR CODE LIST
VCR BRAND NAME
AKAI F
BLAUPUNKT AC
DAEWOO AH
FERGUSON I
GRUNDIG ACD
HITACHI FFF
JVC A
B C
LG/GOLDSTAR
MITSUBISHI FFG
NEC CCG
PANASONIC A
CODE
F G
I C
I I I
AA
A A I A
VCR BRAND NAME
B
PHILIPS A D G
G H B
SAMSUNG ID
SANYO CCF
D
SELECO, REX IIA
C
A
SHARP AAE
F C
SONY F
H
THOMSON,
H
TELEFUNKEN,
SABA,
C
NORDMENDE
G A
TOSHIBA FFI D
H
CODE
I A I I I A C G
F C C
I I I C
I E A D A F B C B
E
F
E
I A
A F G B
A
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Make Connections
Also refer to page 22.
Connector Cover***
Connector
Cover***
To AV
Audio/Video
cable
(provided)
To S
12 34
Cable Adapter*
VCR
TV
DISPLAY
A White to AUDIO L IN B Red to AUDIO R IN C Yellow to VIDEO IN D To S-V IDE O IN **
* If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the
provided cable adapter.
** Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN
connector. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.
*** When connecting the cable, open the cover.
NOTE:
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C:
When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts
Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS:
When connecting to a TV or VCR which does
not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.
To ED IT
Editing cable
(provided)
S-Video cable (optional)
“Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out Select Switch
ABTo R e mo te
PAUSE or
R.A.EDIT
CTo PAU SE I N
1 A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE
connector…
…Connect the editing cable to the Remote
PAUSE connector.
B A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote
PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector…
…Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
C A VCR other than above…
…Connect the editing cable to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector.
2 Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. 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 Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape
and engage the AUX mode.
Refer to the VCR’s instructions.
NOTES:
Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do, they will be recorded onto the new tape.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV…
• Date/time
Set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. (pg. 31, 40) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.
• Time code
Set “TIME CODE” to “OFF” or “ON”. (pg. 31, 40)
• Indications other than date/time and time code
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/ TV”. (墌 pg. 31, 40)
When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input connector, an optional DV cable can be connected instead of an S-Video cable and audio/ video cable.
ADVANCED FEATURES
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
Select Scenes
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT
EDIT IN/OUT
CANCEL
VCR REC STBY
PLAY
PAUSE R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
6 Press PLAY (U) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF
on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
7 If using a Wipe/Fader at
the beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
Cycle through the effects by pressing
Selected parameter
NIOUT
1
––: –– ~
––
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
TOTAL
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
:
––
CODETIME
0:000
MOD E
repeatedly, and stop when the one you want is displayed.
You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the beginning of Program 1.
8 At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/
OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position
appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.
9 At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The
Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.
10 If using a Wipe/Fader at the end of the scene,
press FADE/WIPE.
Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and stop when the one you want is displayed.
If you select a Wipe/Fader effect for an Edit-Out point, the effect is automatically applied to the following Edit-In point.
You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end of the last scene.
When you use Fader/Wipe effects, that time is included in the total time (this does not apply to Picture Wipe/Dissolve).
11 If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT.
(pg. 56)
12 Repeat steps 8 through 11 to register
additional scenes.
To change previously registered points, press CANCEL on the remote control. The registered points disappear, one at a time, from the most recently registered point.
If you are not using Wipe/Fader or Program AE with special effects, repeat steps 8 and 9 only.
NOTES:
When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.
If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be cancelled and editing will not take place.
If there are blank portions before or after the Edit­In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the edited version.
Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total program time exactly.
Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.
If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during recording, then use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.
It is not possible to use Wipe/Fader effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing using a DV cable.
Picture Wipe And Dissolve Menu
(available only for Random Assemble Editing)
You can use not only the wipe/fader effects on page 32 but also the picture wipe and dissolve effects below.
DISSOLVE: The new scene gradually appears
as the old one gradually disappears.
WIPE–CORNER: The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner.
WIPE–WINDOW: The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
WIPE – SLIDE: The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to left.
WIPE – DOOR: The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left, like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
WIPE–SCROLL: The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top.
WIPE – SHUTTER: The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward the top and bottom of the screen.
Automatic Editing To VCR
13 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the
beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (9).
14 Press VCR REC STBY (79), or manually
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
15 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of the last registered scene.
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When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-Pause mode.
If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.
If you operate the camcorder during automatic editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode and automatic editing will stop.
16 Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and
the VCR. To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.
NOTES:
Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing.
When the editing cable is connected to the remote control’s PAUSE IN connector during dubbing, make sure the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and the path between the two is unobstructed.
Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated time codes. (墌 pg. 19)
For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
Diagnosing VCR/Camcorder Timing
1 Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point
the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF. Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
Program 1
NIOUT
––
1
––: –– ~
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CODETIME
TOTAL
MOD E
Random Assemble
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
:
––
0:000
Editing Menu
If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the VCR is slow to start recording.
Adjustment Of VCR/Camcorder Timing
4 Press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random
Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.
5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “t”, and
press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.
6 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “SYNCHRO”,
and press it. The value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.
7 Based on the diagnostics performed, you can
now advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating the MENU Wheel towards “+”. You can also delay the VCR’s record timing by rotating the MENU Wheel towards “–”. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments. Press the MENU Wheel in to finish the setting.
8 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “BRETURN”,
and press it twice. Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 6 on page 60.
NOTES:
Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check whether the value you have input is appropriate or not, and make adjustments accordingly.
Depending on the recorder, there may be situations where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.
ADVANCED FEATURES
2 Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1
only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing, select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit-In point.
3 Play back the dubbed scene.
If any images from the scene prior to the transition you chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly from Record-Pause to Record mode.
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Connection To A Personal Computer

[A] Using USB cable
To US B

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

To USB connector
USB cable (provided)
PC
[B] Using DV cable
Core filter
To DV IN/OUT (GR-DV700/500) or DV OUT (GR-DV600/400)
[A] Using USB cable
It is possible to do the following things:
Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC.
Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC.
Capture still/moving images in real-time.
Use this camcorder as a WebCam. (pg. 63)
[B] Using DV cable
It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software, software equipped with the PC or commercially available software.
NOTES:
Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE” for the installation of the bundled software and drivers.
The software operation manual is provided as PDF file on the CD-ROM.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 11)
Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.
OR
DV cable (optional)
Core filter
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.
The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using.
“USB MODE” and/or “ACCESSING FILES” appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC.
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while “ACCESSING FILES” is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage.
To DV
connector
PC with DV
connector
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Using The Camcorder As A WebCam

This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection.
To US B
USB cable (provided)
To USB connector
1 Make sure all necessary software (provided) are
installed in your PC and all units are turned off.
2 Connect the camcorder to your PC using the USB
cable.
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
5 Turn on the PC.
” appears on the screen.
If the PC is not powered on, the camcorder
does not enter the Web Camera mode.
6 When finished, turn off the PC first, then the
camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC.
NOTES:
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 11)
Use the provided software PIXELA ImageMixer to capture video in real time.
You can also use the camcorder for web conference by using Microsoft Windows NetMeeting
In the Web Camera mode, the following buttons cannot be operated: TITLE, E-MAIL, SNAPSHOT, INDEX, NAVI, NAVI STORE, the Recording Start/ Stop Button.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and provided Software.
®
and signing up for MSN Hotmail.
®
ADVANCED FEATURES
USB-equipped PC
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DETAILS

REFERENCES

ITEMS NOTES
V Power (pg. 10) Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C
V VIDEO
RECORDING (pg. 17)
is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the
battery pack.
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter near a radio.
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use.
Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
The following operation stops charging:
•Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”, “A” or “M”.
•Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
•Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet.
•Detach the battery from the camcorder.
When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.
The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.
There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette
holder opens. Do not use force.
Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.
When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts. The “T” indicator starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording.
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.
“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.
During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the headphone connector. Adjust the sound volume by rotating the MENU Wheel. (pg. 20)

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.
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Power
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. No power is supplied. 1. •The power is not connected properly.
•The battery is dead.
•The LCD monitor is not open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording.
1. • Connect the AC Adapter securely. (墌 pg. 11)
•Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one. (pg. 10, 11)
•Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder.
Video and D.S.C. Recording
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
2. Recording cannot be performed.
3. When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.
4. When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.
5. During recording, the date/ time does not appear.
6. During recording, sound cannot be heard.
2. • The Power Switch is set to “PLAY” or “OFF”.
— For Video Recording —
•The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
•The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
•“TAPE END” appears.
•The cassette holder cover is open.
— For D.S.C. Recording —
•The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
3. • This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is not a malfunction.
4. • This is not a malfunction. 4.
5. • “DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”. 5. • Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”.
6. • The optional headphones are
not connected to the headphones connector.
2. • Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M”. (墌 pg. 17, 23)
— For Video Recording —
•Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”. (pg. 15)
•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.
•Replace with new cassette. (pg. 15)
•Close the cassette holder cover.
— For D.S.C. Recording —
•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.
3.
(pg. 31, 37)
6. • Connect the optional headphones to the headphone connector. (pg. 77)
REFERENCES
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
7. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.
8. Digital Zoom does not work. 8. •10X optical zoom is selected.
7. • 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.
•The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
Video and D.S.C. Playback
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
9. Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work.
10. The tape is moving, but there is no picture.
11. Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
12. A memory card cannot be played back.
9. • The Power Switch is set to
A” or “M”.
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
10. • Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode.
•The cassette holder cover is open.
11.
12. • The Power Switch is set to
A” or “M”.
•The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
7. • Re-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE with special effects and “DIS”. (墌 pg. 31 – 33, 35)
8. • Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or “300X”. (墌 pg. 34)
•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.
9. • Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. (墌 pg. 20)
•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.
10. •Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback. (墌 pg. 22)
•Close the cassette holder cover. (墌 pg. 15)
11. •Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette.
12. •Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. (墌 pg. 24)
•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.
Advanced features
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
13. The focus does not adjust automatically.
14. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed.
15. Snapshot mode cannot be used.
16. The colour of Snapshot looks strange.
17. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.
18. The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.
19. White Balance cannot be activated.
20. Wipe/Fader effects do not work.
21. The Black & White Fader does not work.
22. Program AE with special effects does not work.
23. The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow.
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13. • Focus is set to the Manual mode.
•The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low.
•The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.
14. • The 5-Second mode is set to “Anim.” in MANUAL Menu.
15. • The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected.
16. • The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject.
•The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated.
17. • Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.
18. • The subject is too bright. 18. •Set “r” to “SPOTLIGHT”.
19. • The Sepia (SEPIA) or
Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated.
20. • The Power Switch is set to “A”.
21. • The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated.
22. • The Power Switch is set to “A”.
23. • When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”.
13. • Set Focus to the Auto mode. (pg. 43)
•Clean the lens and check the focus again. (墌 pg. 73)
14. • Set “5S” to “5S” in MANUAL Menu. (墌 pg. 31, 35)
15. • Disengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. (pg. 31, 36)
16. • Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. (pg. 23, 41)
•Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). (墌 pg. 31,
33)
17. • Press BACK LIGHT. (pg. 45)
(pg. 33)
19. • Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. (墌 pg. 33)
20. • Set the Power Switch to “M”. (pg. 13)
21. • Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). (pg. 31, 33)
22. • Set the Power Switch to “M”. (pg. 13)
23. • If you want the lighting to look more natural, set “GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF”. (pg. 31, 35)
REFERENCES
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Other problems
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
24. The power/charge lamp on the camcorder does not light when the charging is attempted.
25. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears. 25. • The built-in clock’s
26. There is no picture. 26. • The camcorder is not getting
27. Some functions are not
available using the MENU Wheel.
28. Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted.
29. When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
30. When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.
31. The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
32. Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.
24. • The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low.
•Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/ low temperatures.
rechargeable lithium battery is discharged.
•The previously set date/time is erased.
power, or some other malfunction exists.
27. • The Power Switch is set to
A”.
28. • Files stored in the memory card are protected.
29. • This is not a malfunction. 29. • By recording with “DIS”
30. • The DV cable was plugged/
unplugged with power turned on.
31. • The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot.
32. • In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. When this happens, the displayed colour s differ from those that are actually recorded. This is not a defect of the camcorder.
•When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
24. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C. (墌 pg. 70)
25. •Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s lithium battery. (墌 pg. 14)
26. •Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again. (墌 pg. 13)
27. •Set the Power Switch to “M”. (pg. 13)
28. •Remove protection from the files stored in the memory card and delete them. (pg. 27 –28)
activated (pg. 31, 35) this can be avoided.
30. •Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again, then operate it.
31. •Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.
32. •Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. (pg. 12, 13)
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33. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
34. The indicators and the image colour on the LCD monitor are not clear.
35. The cassette will not load properly.
36. The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder.
37. Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor.
38. Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.
39. The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).
40. Time code does not appear. 40. •“TIME CODE” is set to
41. An error indication (E01, E02
or E06) appears.
42. An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.
43. The remote control does not work.
33. • 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 %)
34. • This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
35. • The battery’s charge is low. 35. •Install a fully charged battery.
36.
37. • The viewfinder is pulled out
and “PRIORITY” is set to “FINDER”.
•The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark.
38. • The speaker volume is too great.
39.
“OFF”.
41. • A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorder’s functions become unusable.
42. • A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorder’s functions become unusable.
43. • “REMOTE” is set to “OFF”.
•The remote control does not point at the remote sensor.
•The remote control batteries are exhausted.
33.
34.
(pg. 10, 11)
36. •Push in the memory card a few more times. (墌 pg. 16)
37. •Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to “LCD”. (pg. 12, 31, 37)
•Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. (pg. 13)
•If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. (墌 pg. 12)
38. •Turn the speaker volume down. (墌 pg. 20)
39. •Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage. (pg. 73) To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
40. •Set “TIME CODE” to “ON”. (pg. 31, 37, 40)
41. pg. 81.
REFERENCES
42. pg. 81.
43. •Set “REMOTE” to “ON”.
(pg. 31, 36)
•Point at the remote sensor. (pg. 54)
•Replace the batteries with fresh ones. (pg. 54)
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CAUTIONS

General Battery Precautions
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones.
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or explode.
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 54.
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from
those specified.
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as
they can leak or explode.
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions.
8. Do not recharge the provided batteries.
Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:
1. 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, as this may cause the battery
to overheat, explode or catch fire. ... use only specified chargers.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life…
... do not 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.
Terminals
NOTES:
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging........10°C to 35°C
Operation ......0°C to 40°C
Storage ..........–20°C to 50°C
Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions:
1. 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.
2. 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.
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Memory Cards
To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions:
1. During use…
... make sure the memory card bears the SD or
MultiMediaCard mark.
... make sure the memory card is positioned
properly when inserting.
2. While the memory card is being accessed (during recording, playback, deletion, initialisation, etc.)…
... never unload the memory card and never turn
off the camcorder.
3. 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).
LCD Monitor
1. 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.
2. To prolong service life…
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3. Be aware of the 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.
... 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 extremely low (under 0°C)
temperatures.
3. DO NOT leave the unit…
... in places of over 50°C. ... 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.
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT…
... allow it to become wet. ... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. ... subject it to shock or excessive vibration
during 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.
Main Unit
1. 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.
2. 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.
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CAUTIONS (cont.)
5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
•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.
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 centre hole using a circular motion.
•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 camcorder 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. 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.

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After Use
1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 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. Remove the cassette.
3 Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.
Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.
4 Slide BATT.RELEASE 1 and remove the battery
pack 2 3.
Remove.
PUSH HERE
Cassette holder
Cassette
holder cover
OPEN/EJECT Switch
Cleaning The Camcorder
1 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.
2 Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor.
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
3 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.
Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
BATT.RELEASE Switch
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SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder
For General Power supply : DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)
Power consumption
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 3.7 W LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 4.8 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 75.5 mm x 91 mm x 185 mm (GR-DV700/600)
Weight : Approx. 575 g (GR-DV700/600)
Operating temperature : 0°C to 40°C Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C Pickup : 1/4" CCD Lens : F 1.2, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens (GR-DV700/600)
Filter diameter : ø52 mm LCD monitor : 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.24" colour LCD Speaker : Monaural
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
75.5 mm x 91 mm x 176 mm (GR-DV500/400) (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)
Approx. 560 g (GR-DV500/400) (without cassette, memory card and battery) Approx. 655 g (GR-DV700/600) Approx. 640 g (GR-DV500/400) (incl. cassette, memory card and battery)
F 1.8, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens (GR-DV500/400)
For Digital Video Camera Format : DV format (SD mode) Signal format : PAL standard Recording/Playback format : Video : Digital component recording
Cassette : Mini DV cassette Tape spe ed : SP: 18.8 mm/s
Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette)
For Digital Still Camera Storage media : SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard Compression system : Still image : JPEG (compatible)
File size
Still image : 4 modes (1600 x 1200 pixels/1280 x 960 pixels/1024 x 768 pixels/
Moving image : 1 mode (160 x 120 pixels) Picture quality : 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD) Approximate number of storable images
Audio : PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit), 48 kHz
2-channel (16-bit)
LP: 12.5 mm/s
: SP: 80 min.
LP: 120 min.
Moving image : MPEG4 (compatible)
640 x 480 pixels)
: pg. 38
For Connectors S
S-Video input
(GR-DV700/500 only)
S-Video output : Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analogue
AV
Video input
(GR-DV700/500 only)
Video output : Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analogue
Audio input
(GR-DV700/500 only)
Audio output : 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analogue, stereo EDIT : ø3.5 mm, 2-pole Headphone output :Stereo DV
Input/output
(GR-DV700/500 only)
Output
(GR-DV600/400 only) USB :5-pin
: Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 , analogue
C: 0.2 V to 0.4 V (p-p), 75 , analogue
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
: Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 , analogue
: 300 mV (rms), 50 kΩ, analogue, stereo
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
AC Adapter
For General Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output :DC 11 VG, 1 A
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Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
W
X Y Z

INDEX

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Controls
a •Menu Wheel [MENU] ........................ 墌 pg. 31
•Speaker/Headphone Volume Control
[VOLUME +, –] ................................. 墌 pg. 20
b Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]....... pg. 23, 41
c Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................... pg. 18
d •Focus Adjustment Button [FOCUS] ... pg. 43
•Blank Search Button
[BLANK SEARCH] ............................. pg. 21
e Dioptre Adjustment Control ................ pg. 12
f Recording Start/Stop Button ................ pg. 17
g Power Switch [A, M, PLAY, OFF] ........ pg. 13
h Lock Button ......................................... pg. 13
i •Stop Button [8] ................................. pg. 20
•Program AE Button [PROG.AE] ......... 墌 pg. 33
j •Rewind Button [
•NIGHT Button................................... 墌 pg. 41
k Play/Pause Button [4/9] .................... pg. 20
l •Fast-Forward Button [
•Wipe or Fader Effect Button
[FADE/WIPE]..................................... pg. 32
m Index Button [INDEX].......................... pg. 26
n Thumbnail Storing Button
[NAVI STORE]...................................... 墌 pg. 47
o •D.S.C. Playback Select Button
[SELECT].................................... pg. 24 – 29
•Navigation Button [NAVI] ................. 墌 pg. 46
p VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
[VIDEO/MEMORY].............................. pg. 13
q Title Button [TITLE].............................. pg. 49
r •Information Button [INFO]................ pg. 26
•E-Mail Clip Recording Button
[E-MAIL]............................................ pg. 48
s Battery Release Switch
[BATT.RELEASE] ................................... pg. 10
t Cassette Open/Eject Switch
[OPEN/EJECT]...................................... pg. 15
u Backlight Compensation Button
[BACK LIGHT] ..................................... 墌 pg. 45
v Monitor Opening Button
[PUSH OPEN]...................................... 墌 pg. 17
3
].......................... pg. 20
5
] ................. pg. 20
Connectors
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
W S-Video Connector [S-VIDEO IN/OUT (GR-
DV700/500) or S-VIDEO OUT (GR-DV600/
400)]........................................ pg. 22, 50, 59
X Edit Connector [EDIT] ........................ pg. 59
Y Microphone connector [MIC]
Attach the optional microphone.
Z Headphone Connector [ ] ................ pg. 56
No sound is output from the speaker when headphones are connected to this connector.
a Digital Video Connector [
DV700/500) or DV OUT (GR-DV600/400)]
(i.Link*) ....................................pg. 51, 52, 62
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
b USB (Universal Serial Bus)
Connector ............................................pg. 62
c DC Input Connector [DC] ..............pg. 10, 11
d Audio/Video Connector
[AV IN/OUT (GR-DV700/500) or AV OUT (GR-
DV600/400)]............................pg. 22, 50, 59
DV IN/OUT (GR-
Indicators
I Power/Charge Lamp .......................pg. 13, 17
J Tally Lamp ......................................pg. 17, 36
Other Parts
h Shoulder Strap Eyelet .............................pg. 7
i Battery Pack Mount ..............................pg. 10
j Grip Strap.............................................pg. 12
k LCD Monitor ..................................pg. 12, 18
l Speaker ................................................pg. 20
m Stud Hole
n Tripod Mounting Socket .......................pg. 12
o Card Cover [MEMORY CARD] ............pg. 16
p Cassette Holder Cover..........................pg. 15
q Stereo Microphone...............................pg. 56
r Info-Shoe
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone. Make sure to turn off the power of the camcorder and the video light, flash or microphone before attaching and removing them.
s Viewfinder............................................pg. 12
t Remote Sensor .....................................pg. 54
u Camera Sensor
Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor necessary for shooting is built-in here.
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INDEX Indications
Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only
1h40m
REC
(pg. 32)
(pg. 57)
51
15:55
SOUND12bit
r
a Navigation Indicator (pg. 46)
(Appears when “NAVIGATION” is set to other than “MANUAL”.)
b Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator
c Tape Running Indicator (pg. 17)
(Rotates while tape is running.)
d Selected Wide Mode Indicator (pg. 36) e Thumbnail Storing Indicator (pg. 46)
(Appears while the captured image is being stored as a thumbnail image in the memory card.)
f Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (pg. 34) g Tape Remaining Time (pg. 18) h •REC: (Appears during recording.) (pg. 17)
•PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby mode.) (pg. 17)
i Insert Editing/Insert Editing Pause Mode
j 5S/Anim.: Displays the 5-Second Recording
mode or Animation recording mode. (pg. 35)
k Wind Cut Indicator (pg. 36) l Sound Mode Indicator (pg. 34)
(Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.)
m Time Code (pg. 37, 40) n Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) (pg. 35)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only
1024
a Image Size: 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280
(1280 x 960), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) (pg. 38)
b Focus Icon (墌 pg. 23)
(Blinks while the focus is being adjusted and stops blinking when the focus is locked.)
c Shooting Icon (pg. 23)
(Appears and blinks during shooting.)
d Card Icon (墌 pg. 23)
: 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 titles/frames, NAVIGATION thumbnail images, video clips, still images, etc.
e Picture Quality: (FINE) and
(STANDARD) (in order of quality) (墌 pg. 38)
f Remaining Number Of Shot (墌 pg. 23)
(Displays the approximate remaining number of shots that can be stored during D.S.C. recording, or the remaining number of storable thumbnail images when it reaches 10 or less during video recording. The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During E-Mail Clip Recording
160
a Image Size: 160 (160 x 120) (pg. 48) b Shooting Icon (pg. 23)
(Appears and blinks during shooting.)
c E-Mail Clip Recording Indicator (pg. 48) d Memory Card Remaining Time For E-Mail Clip
Recording (pg. 48)
e E-Mail Clip Recording Time (墌 pg. 48)
ILC-EP
0
hm
:10
00 :15
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording
g
8
9
1 2
4
a Operation Mode (pg. 13) b : Night-Scope Indicator (pg. 41)
40
x
3
5 6
7
3
3
BRIGHT
W
0
T
O
q
w
g
e
1 0
t
1110.:. 00
r
3 0
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(Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.)
: Gain Up Mode (墌 pg. 35)
(Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.)
c Flash Indicator
(Appears when the optional flash attached to the info-shoe is ready.)
d White Balance Indicator (pg. 45) e : Backlight Compensation Indicator
•±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 44)
f Selected Program AE With Special Effects
Indicator (pg. 33)
g Iris Lock Indicator (pg. 44) h Approximate Zoom Ratio (pg. 18)
(Appears during zooming.)
i Zoom Indicator (pg. 18)
(Appears during zooming.) (The level indicator g moves.)
j Self-Timer Recording Indicator (pg. 42) k O: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)
l BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD
monitor/Viewfinder) (pg. 13)
(The level indicator g moves.)
m Battery Indicator (pg. 80) n Date/Time (pg. 14) o Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (pg. 43)
(pg. 45)
(pg. 41)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback
1
bit
1L2
2 0 :/2S
O
U
N
D
1
BLANK SEARCH
PUSH "STOP" BUTON
TO CANCEL
O
L
U
M
E
V
1
:
2
5
0
a Sound Mode Indicator (pg. 39) b Blank Search Indicator (pg. 21) c Thumbnail Storing Indicator (pg. 47)
(Appears while the captured image is being stored as a thumbnail image in the memory card.)
d Ta pe S p eed (pg. 34) e U : Playback
5
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
3
: Rewind/Shuttle Search
9 : Pause
9
4
3
2
g
1 0
1110.:. 00
8
5
MIC
6
7
3 0
9 U : Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/ Slow-Motion
Y 9 : Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow­Motion
D : Audio Dubbing
9D : Audio Dubbing Pause
(Appear while a tape is running.)
f Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (pg. 56) g Battery Indicator (pg. 80) h Date/Time (pg. 37, 40) i •VOLUME : Volume Level Indicator (Speaker or
headphone) (pg. 20)
(The level indicator g moves.)
•BRIGHT : Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) (pg. 13)
(The level indicator g moves.)
j Time Code (pg. 37, 40)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback
1
BR I GHT
4
a Operation Mode Indicator (pg. 26) b Folder/File Number (pg. 26) c Battery Indicator (pg. 80) d Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/
Viewfinder) (pg. 13)
(The level indicator g moves.)
100-0013
g
2
3
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Warning Indications
Indications Function
Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Appears when no tape is loaded. (墌 pg. 15)
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB
HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED USE
CLEANING CASSETTE
CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
TAPE!
TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. (pg. 64)
SET DATE/TIME!
LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.
A. DUB ERROR! Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (pg. 56)
A. DUB ERROR!
<CANNOT DUB ON A
LP RECORDED TAPE>
<CANNOT DUB ON A
16bit RECORDING>
<CHECK TAPE’S
ERASE PROTECTION
TAB>
INSERT ERROR! Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (pg. 57)
INSERT ERROR!
<CANNOT EDIT ON A
LP RECORDED TAPE>
<CHECK TAPE’S
ERASE PROTECTION
TAB>
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.
Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour 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 “A” or “M” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
Appears when the date/time is not set. (pg. 14)
Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. (墌 pg. 14)
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio.
Appears if A. DUB (D) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (墌 pg. 56)
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.
● Appears if INSERT (I) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (墌 pg. 57)
INDEX Indications (cont.)
(pg. 13)
(pg. 56)
(pg. 56)
(pg. 57)
Indications Function
MEMORY IS FULL Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and shooting is not possible.
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 a tape to a memory card (as
COPYING FAILED
MEMORY CARD!
PLEASE FORMAT
NO IMAGES STORED
NO E-MAIL CLIP
STORED
NO TITLE DATA
STORED
CARD ERROR!
UNSUPPORTED FILE!
CHECK CARD’S WRITE
PROTECTION SWITCH
E01, E02 or E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY
E03 or E04
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD
MODE EJECT AND
REINSERT TAPE
digital stills or video clips): – 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. (墌 pg. 48, 53)
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 initialised. Initialise the memory card. (墌 pg. 30)
Appears if there are no image files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback.
Appears if there are no video clip files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback.
Appears if there are no title/frame files stored in the memory card when you attempt to use titles/frames.
Appears when you attempt to use titles/frames during video playback.
Appears when the camcorder does not recognise 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.
Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible with DCF or a file with a size that is not compatible with this camcorder.
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 write­protected SD Memory Card loaded.
The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type of malfunction has occurred. 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 (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occurred. 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.
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TERMS

A
AC Adapter ...................................................10, 11
Animation ...........................................................35
Audio Dubbing ...................................................56
Auto Focus ..........................................................43
Auto Playback Of Images ....................................24
Auto Shut Off ................................................17, 23
B
Backlight Compensation ......................................45
Battery Pack ............................................10, 11, 70
Beep (BEEP) .........................................................36
Blank search ........................................................21
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display
(BRIGHT) ............................................................13
Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery .....14
C
Changing The Menu Settings ...............................31
Channels (Left/Right) ...........................................39
Charging The Battery Pack ..................................10
Cleaning The Camcorder .....................................73
Clock adjustment (CLOCK ADJ.) .........................14
Connections
Charging .......................................................10
Dubbing ...............................................50 – 53
Random Assemble Editing .....................58 – 61
To A PC ........................................................62
To A TV Or VCR ...........................................22
WebCam ......................................................63
D
Date/Time
Display (DATE/TIME) ..............................37, 40
Settings .........................................................14
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) .....23, 24
Deleting Files (DELETE) .......................................28
Deleting thumbnail images (NAVI.DEL.) ..............39
Demonstration Mode (DEMO MODE) .............9, 36
Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS) ..........................35
Display setting (ON SCREEN) ..............................37
DPOF Setting (Digital Print Order Format) .....29, 30
Dubbing ...................................................... 50 – 53
Dubbing from tape to memory card
( COPY) .........................................39, 53
E
E-Mail Clip Recording (E-CLIP REC) .....................48
Erase Protection .............................................15, 16
Exposure Control (EXPOSURE) ............................44
F
Fade-In/Out .........................................................32
Fast-Forward The Tape ........................................20
Frame-By-Frame Playback ...................................55
TERMS
G
Gain Up (GAIN UP) ............................................35
Grip Adjustment .................................................12
I
Image Size (IMAGE SIZE) .................................... 38
Index Playback Of Files ......................................26
Indications on the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder .. 78, 79
Indicators .................................................... 32 – 40
Initialising A Memory Card (FORMAT) ................ 30
Insert Editing ....................................................... 57
Iris ...................................................................... 44
Iris Lock .............................................................. 44
J
Journalistic Shooting ........................................... 18
L
Loading A Cassette .............................................. 15
Loading A Memory Card .....................................16
M
Manual Focus ..................................................... 43
Memory Card ................................................ 16, 71
Menu Screen
CAMERA ...................................................... 34
CAMERA DISPLAY ....................................... 37
DSC .............................................................. 38
D.S.C. Playback .................................... 26 – 30
MANUAL ............................................... 35, 36
SYSTEM .................................................. 36, 40
VIDEO .......................................................... 39
VIDEO DISPLAY ........................................... 40
Motor Drive Mode .............................................. 42
MultiMediaCard ............................................ 16, 71
N
Navigation (NAVIGATION) ....................35, 46, 47
Night-Scope ........................................................ 41
EN 83
P
Picture Quality (QUALITY) ..................................38
Playback sound
(SOUND MODE, 12bit MODE) ...........................39
Playback Special Effects ......................................56
Playback Zoom ...................................................55
Power Switch Position ......................................... 13
Priority Setting (PRIORITY) ..................................37
Program AE With Special Effects (PROGRAM AE)
Classic Film (CLASSIC FILM) .........................33
Mirror (MIRROR) ..........................................33
Monotone (MONOTONE) ............................33
Sepia (SEPIA) .................................................33
Shutter Speed (SHUTTER) .............................33
Snow (SNOW) ..............................................33
Sports (SPORTS) ............................................ 33
Spotlight (SPOTLIGHT) .................................33
Strobe (STROBE) ...........................................33
Twilight (TWILIGHT) ....................................33
Protecting Files (PROTECT) .................................27
Provided Accessories .............................................5
R
Random Assemble Editing ...........................58 – 61
Recording media selection (REC SELECT) ............38
Recording Mode (REC MODE) ......................34, 39
Recording Time
Memory Card ................................................48
Tape .............................................................15
Record-Standby ...................................................17
Remaining Power Level .......................................80
Remote Control ...................................................54
Remote control setting (REMOTE) ........................36
Resetting Menu Settings (CAM RESET) .................37
Resetting The File Name ......................................29
Rewind The Tape ................................................20
S
SD Memory Card ..........................................16, 71
Self-Timer (SELF-TIMER) ................................35, 42
Set Remote/VCR Code .........................................58
Shuttle Search .....................................................21
Slow-Motion Playback ........................................55
Snapshot .......................................................23, 41
Snapshot Mode (SNAP MODE) ............................34
Sound Mode (SOUND MODE) ......................34, 39
Speaker Volume ..................................................20
Specifications ................................................74, 75
Still Playback .......................................................20
S-Video/AV input (S/AV INPUT) ....................39, 50
Synchro adjustment (SYNCHRO) .........................61
T
Tally Lamp (TALLY) ....................................... 17, 36
Telephoto setting (TELE MACRO) ........................36
Time Code (TIME CODE) ........................ 19, 37, 40
Title Image ..........................................................25
Title Impose (TITLE W/) .......................................49
Tripod Mounting ................................................. 12
U
Unloading A Cassette .......................................... 15
Unloading A Memory Card .................................16
V
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position ....................... 13
Viewfinder Adjustment ....................................... 12
W
WebCam ............................................................ 63
White Balance (W.BALANCE) .......................34, 45
Wide Mode (WIDE MODE)
Cinema (CINEMA) ........................................ 36
Squeeze (SQUEEZE) ..................................... 36
Wide (D.WIDE) ............................................36
Wind Cut (WIND CUT) ....................................... 36
Wipe In/Out ........................................................ 32
Z
Zooming (ZOOM) ......................................... 18, 34
5-Second Recording (5S) .....................................35
TERMS
GR-DV500
GR-DV400
EN
GR-DV700
GR-DV600
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