JVC GR-DVX77, GR-DVX44, GR-DVX88 User Manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED 7 – 16

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVX88
GR-DVX77
GR-DVX44

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Web and answer our Consumer Survey
(in English only):

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The camcorder illustrations
appearing in this instruction manual
are of the GR-DVX88.

INSTRUCTIONS

VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 17 – 24

VIDEO RECORDING ............. 18 – 20

VIDEO PLAYBACK ............... 21 – 24

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 25 – 36

D.S.C. RECORDING ..............26 – 27

D.S.C. PLAYBACK ................ 28 – 36

ADVANCED
FEATURES 37 – 75

USING MENUS FOR

DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ......38 – 44

FOR RECORDING ................ 45 – 56

DUBBING ......................... 57 – 61

USING THE REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT ................ 62 – 73

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 74 – 75

REFERENCES 76 – 99

DETAILS ................................... 77

TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 78 – 83

USER MAINTENANCE ................... 84

INDEX ............................. 85 – 92

CAUTIONS ........................ 93 – 95

TERMS ............................ 96 – 97

SPECIFICATIONS ................. 98 – 99

The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are
available on GR-DVX88 and GR-DVX77.

LYT0757-001A

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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 and subsections 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 (墌 pgs. 85 – 92) 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 93 through 95 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power
points in your home or the cable is too short to
reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate
safety approved extension lead or consult your
dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an
identical approved type, as originally fitted, and
to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

If these colours do not correspond with the
terminal identifications of your plug, connect as
follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or
coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or
coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

(for owners in the U.K.)

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red

Caution: (applies to Jack Box)

To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove
cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service person.

WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS:

䡲 To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.

䡲 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 safety 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-V507U/V514U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the
camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (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

damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for

unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make
sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or
handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of

road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating

will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —

this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

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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 hold the camcorder firmly in your hand, with the grip strap securely
around your wrist. 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.

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

MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “

“

” can be used with this unit.

” and memory cards* marked “ ” or

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

.... 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.)

*Memory cards can be used with GR-DVX88/DVX77 only .

or .

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

EN5

• AC Adapter
AP-V10EG

• Remote Control Unit
RM-V717U

•Power Cord •Core Filter

• Editing Cable

GR-DVX88/DVX77:

Both plugs have 1 ring around
the pin.

GR-DVX44:

One plug has 3 rings around
the pin and the other has 1
ring around the pin.

(GR-DVX44 only)
(for optional S-Video
cable) 墌 pg. 6 for
attachment

• Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)

• Cable Adapter

• Battery Pack

BN-V507U

• Memory Card
8 MB (GR-DVX88/
DVX77 only)
(Already inserted in
the camcorder)

• AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)

• CD-ROM

• Jack box

GR-DVX88/DVX77:
CU-V506

GR-DVX44: CU-V505

• PC Connection Cable
(GR-DVX44 only)

• USB Cable
(GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

NOTE:

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.

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How To Attach The Core Filter (GR-DVX44 only) (for optional S-Video cable)

Attach the Core Filter (if provided with your model 墌 pg. 5) to an optional cable. The Core Filter reduces
interference.

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Stopper

Release the
stoppers on both
ends of the Core
Filter.

䡲 When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx.
3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core
Filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the
Core Filter as shown in the illustration.

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

3 cm

Wind once

Close the Core Filter until it
clicks shut.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when
“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory­preset).

䡲 Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or

“ ” and no cassette is in the camcorder.

䡲 Performing any operation during the

demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more
than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.

䡲 “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the

camcorder power is turned off.

䡲 To cancel Automatic Demonstration:

1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch
and press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears.

2. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “

SYSTEM” and press it. The SYSTEM Menu
appears.

3. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DEMO

MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

4. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF” and

press it.

5. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ RETURN”,

and press it twice. The normal screen appears.

MENU Wheel

Sub Menu

MOD EDEMO –ONOFF

GR-DVX88/DVX77 only

Power Switch

Lock Button

P

L

A

F

Y

F

O

GETTING STARTED

Power

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GETTING STARTED

CONTENTS

..................................................................... 8 – 9

Grip Adjustment

Viewfinder Adjustment

Tripod Mounting

Date/Time Settings

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

Recording Mode Setting

Loading A Memory Card (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

Picture Quality Mode Setting (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

Image Size Mode Setting (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

Operation Mode

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1

AC Adapter

4

To AC outlet

5

Battery pack

BN-V507U

BN-V514U (optional)

2

Battery pack

To DC IN
connector

CHARGE Lamp

Power Switch

BATT. RELEASE
Switch

3

Open the cover.

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 2 hr. 45 min.

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

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

Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into the

1

battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2 of
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it
locks into place as shown in the illustration.

Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

2

Adapter to the camcorder 3, then connect the Power
Cord to the AC Adapter 4.

Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet 5.

3

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

When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,

4

charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the
AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the
camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATT. RELEASE and detach it.

NOTES:

●

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 CHARGE lamp may not
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the
camcorder, then try charging again.

●

If the battery operation time remains extremely short
even after having been fully charged, the battery is
worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a
new one.

●

Using the optional AA-V50EG or AA-V50EK AC Power
Adapter/Charger, you can charge the BN-V507U/
V514U battery pack without the camcorder. However,
it cannot be used as an AC adapter.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 77

EN9

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTENTION:

Before detaching the power source, make
sure that the camcorder’s power is turned
off. Failure to do so can result in a
camcorder malfunction.

NOTES:

●

Recording time is reduced significantly
under the following conditions:

•

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly.

•

The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

●

Before extended use, it is recommended that
you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3
times the planned shooting time.

INFORMATION:

The 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 & AA-V15EG or AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger
VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Adapter provided with this camcorder.
Use only the AA-V15EG or AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA­V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U battery pack. 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.

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”
(墌 pg. 8).

Approximate recording time

Battery pack

BN-V507U

BN-V514U
(optional)

BN-V840U
(optional)

BN-V856U
(optional)

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 1 hr.
GR-DVX44 : 1 hr. 10 min.

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 2 hr. 10 min.
GR-DVX44 : 2 hr. 25 min.

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 6 hr. 10 min.
GR-DVX44 : 6 hr. 50 min.

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 9 hr.
GR-DVX44 : 10 hr.

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 50 min.
GR-DVX44 : 1 hr.

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 1 hr. 50 min.
GR-DVX44 : 2 hr.

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 5 hr. 15 min.
GR-DVX44 : 5 hr. 50 min.

GR-DVX88/DVX77 : 7 hr. 40 min.
GR-DVX44 : 8 hr. 20 min.

To DC IN
connector

AC Adapter

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●

The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●

For other notes, 墌 pg. 77.

Open the cover.

To AC outlet

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may

cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a

short circuit and possibly start a fire.

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.)

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PAUSE

GETTING STARTED

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

1

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

2

grip.

Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to

3

easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and
Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to
fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.

Viewfinder Adjustment

(cont.)

Power Switch

Lock
Button

Dioptre Adjustment
Control

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing

1

P

L

A

F

Y

F

O

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Pull out the viewfinder fully.

2

Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

3

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s

1

mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.

•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

CAUTION:

When attaching the camera 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.

Power lamp

Power Switch

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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. 42, 43).

MENU Wheel

Display

FADER

/ W I P E

AM A EPROGR
AN E

C

W. BAL

ACAMER
LMAN UA
MSYSTE
AYDISPL

DSC

END

RE NEON SC

IMETDA TE /
T I ME COD E

CLOCK

ADJ .

NRETUR

CLOCK
ADJ .

OF

–

LCD / T V

–
– FFO

02

02

F

UAOT

12 .:.01
17

30

12 .:.01
17

30

Lock Button

P

L

A

F

Y

F

O

GR-DVX88/
DVX77 only

DISPLAY Menu

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

1

the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

2

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ DISPLAY”.

3

Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CLOCK ADJ.”.

4

Press it and “day” is highlighted.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to input the day. Press it.
Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

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
Power Adapter/Charger, 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
Power Adapter/Charger 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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Cassette holder

Make sure the
window side is
facing out.

PUSH HERE

Cassette holder cover

OPEN/EJECT
Switch

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.

Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction

1

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

•Do not touch internal components.

Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to

2

close the cassette holder.

•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.

•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not
apply force. Replace the battery with a fully
charged one before continuing.

Erase protection tab*

*

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.

Be sure to press only the section labeled
“PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder;
touching other parts may cause your finger to
get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in
injury or product damage.

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 comes out 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 page 20 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks

3

into place.

Approximate recording time

Tape

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.

60 min. 60 min. 90 min.

80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Recording mode

SP LP

Power lamp

MENU Wheel

Display

REC MODE – SP

GR-DVX88/
DVX77 only

LP

Power Switch

Lock Button

P

L

A

F

Y

F

O

CAMERA Menu

Sub Menu

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Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your
preference.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

1

the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

2

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ CAMERA”

3

and press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.

Rotate The MENU Wheel to select “REC MODE”

4

and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or
“LP” by rotating the MENU Wheel and press it.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 66) and Insert Editing
(墌 pg. 68) are impossible on a tape recorded in
the LP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

●

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.

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CARD OPEN

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Loading A Memory Card
(GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

The provided memory card is already inserted in the
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.

Label

Memory card

Card Cover

Clipped edge

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

1

Slide CARD OPEN to open the card cover.

2

Insert the memory card firmly clipped edge first.

3

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

To close the card cover, push it until you hear a

4

click.

To Unload A Memory Card . . .

.... in step 3 push the memory card, then the memory

card comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull
it out and close the card cover.

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. 36

ATTENTION:

Do not insert/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.

MENU Wheel

Display

TYQUAL I

SIZE

UXGA

SIZEIMAGE

– FINE

STANDARD

GAV

–

AUTO

–

–

VGA

XGA

AUTO–

Power Switch

Lock Button

DSC Menu

EN15

Picture Quality Mode Setting
(GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

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).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the

1

P

L

A

F

Y

F

O

Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

2

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ DSC” and

3

press it. The DSC Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “QUALITY” and

4

press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU
Wheel to select the desired mode and press it.
Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ RETURN”, and
press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Image Size Mode Setting
(GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your
needs. Two Image Size modes are available: XGA (1024 x
768 pixels) and VGA (640 x 480 pixels) (in order of
quality).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the

1

Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The

NOTES:

●

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.

●

In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x
576 pixels and they are converted and
stored in the XGA mode file size (1024 x
768 pixels).

●

The number of storable images in the below
chart is approximate value for a memory
card with 12 sound effects pre-stored.

Approximate Number of Storable Images

Image Size/Picture
Quality Mode

XGA FINE 20 40 90 190

XGA STANDARD 60 140 290 600

VGA FINE 40 100 210 430

VGA STANDARD 130 290 610 1230

8MB*

Memory Card

16MB**

power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

2

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ DSC” and

3

press it. The DSC Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “IMAGE SIZE”

4

and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the
MENU Wheel to select the desired mode and press
it. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ RETURN”,
and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

32MB** 64MB**

* Provided with GR-DVX88/

DVX77 only

** Optional

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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.

VIDEO/DSC Switch
(GR-DVX88/DVX77
only)

Power Switch

Lock Button

F

Y

F

O

Power lamp

When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,
“ ” appears. When set to “ ” or “ ”,
there is no indication.

When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or

“ ” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to
“ ”, the selected image size (“VGA” or
“XGA”) is displayed. When set to “VIDEO”,

there is no indication. (GR-DVX88/DVX77
only)

VGA

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/DSC
Switch (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only).

Power Switch Position

(Manual):

Allows you to set various recording functions using
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than
Full Auto recording, try this mode.

(Full Auto):

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

P

L

A

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

:

•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

•Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the

tape to a computer (GR-DVX44 only).

•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 computer (GR-DVX88/DVX77
only).

VIDEO/DSC Switch Position (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

VIDEO:

Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If
“REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” in the DSC
Menu Screen, still images are also recorded in the
memory card.

:

Allows you to record a still image or display a still
image stored in the memory card.

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

VIDEO RECORDING

&

PLAYBACK

CONTENTS

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VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording

Journalistic Shooting

Self-Recording

Zooming

Time Code

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

...................................................................... 19

VIDEO PLAYBACK

Normal Playback ........................................................

Still Playback ............................................................

Shuttle Search ...........................................................

Frame-By-Frame Playback .............................................

Connections

Blank Search

............................................. 18 – 20

.............................................................. 18

........................................................ 19

............................................................... 19

.................................................................... 20

............................................... 21 – 24

.......................................................... 22 – 23

................................................................. 24

20

21

21

21

21

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BR I GHT

25

min

Power Lamp

VIDEO/DSC Switch
(GR-DVX88/DVX77
only)

Power Switch

Lock Button

P

L

A

F

Y

F

O

VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (墌 pg. 8)

●

Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 10)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 10)

●

Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 12)

●

Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 13)

Display

min

(Now calculating)

Tally lamp
(Lights while
recording is in
progress)

180°

Recording Start/
Stop Button

MENU Wheel

Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)

90 min

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

90°

89 min

1 min0 min

3 min

2 min

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”

1

(GR-DVX88/DVX77 only), then set the Power
Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor:

the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD
monitor fully.

Shooting while using the viewfinder:

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.

•The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ”

2

appears while recording is in progress.

Make sure

Make sure the

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

.... rotate the MENU Wheel until the bright level indicator

on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is
reached.

•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

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.

●

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” (墌 pg. 20).

●

To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 38,

40.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 77

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

1xW

T

10xW

T

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Zoom display

10xW

T

Approximate zoom ratio

20xW

T

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 270°
(90° downward, 180° upward).

Self-Recording

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own
image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor
and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then
point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

40xW

T

Digital zoom zone

10X (optical) zoom
zone

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

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

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

䡲 The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

NOTES:

●

Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(墌 pg. 51), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

Zooming is possible to a maximum of 200X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
optical zoom (墌 pg. 39).

●

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 in the following cases:

•

●

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
the Menu Screen on page 39.

Zooming

When digital image processing, such as Picture
Wipe/Dissolve (墌 pg. 48, 49) or Video Echo
(墌 pg. 47), is activated.

EN19

Power Zoom
Lever

20 EN

VIDEO RECORDING

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. 69 – 73), 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” below 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.

12:34:24

Display

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. 24) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,

then engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 21).

2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” 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. 41, 42).

(cont.)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code
00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code
05:43:21

Proper recording

Time code
00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code
05:43:21

Time code
00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Time code
05:44:00

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

VIDEO PLAYBACK

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

Rewind Button (2)

Fast-Forward Button (3)

Stop Button (5)

VIDEO/DSC Switch
(GR-DVX88/DVX77
only)

Power Switch

Lock Button

Power Zoom
Lever (Speaker
Volume Control)
(VOL.)

Speaker

EN21

Normal Playback

Load a tape ( pg. 12).

1

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-

2

DVX88/DVX77 only), then set the Power Switch to
“ ” while pressing down the Lock Button
located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6.

•To stop playback, press 5.

•Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the
tape during Stop mode.

To Control The Speaker Volume . . .

.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (Speaker Volume

F

F

O

Y

A

L

P

Control) (VOL.) towards “+” to turn up the volume,
or towards “–” to turn down the volume.

NOTES:

●

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 “ ”.

●

The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg. 22, 23).

●

You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor
with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.

●

LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•

When power is supplied from a battery: the “ ”
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “ ”
does not appear.

•

During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.

●

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

Still Playback:

1) Press 4/6 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.

●

If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically
engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.

●

When

4/6

Shuttle Search:

1) Press 3 for forward or 2 for reverse search during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

●

During playback, press and hold 2 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button.
Once you release it, normal playback resumes.

●

A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

Pauses during playback.

is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.

Allows high-speed search in either direction.

Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.

1) Engage Still Playback.

2) Rotate MENU Wheel towards “+” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for reverse

Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.

 To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

●

You can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback ( pg. 64).

Slow-Motion Playback, Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects

Available only with the remote control (provided) ( pg. 64, 65).

22 EN

Connections

VIDEO PLAYBACK

Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable.

Jack box***

(cont.)

To S-VIDEO

To AV OUT

Connector
cover*

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
** The Audio cable is not required for watching still

images only.

*** Refer to “Jack Box Attachment” ( pg. 23).

Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA
plug] (provided)

If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector

Use the provided Cable Adapter.

Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA plug]
(provided)

S-Video cable
(optional)

Connector
cover**

To AV OUT

To S-VIDEO

Jack box***

S-Video cable
(optional)

White to
AUDIO L*

To TV or VCR

To S-VIDEO IN

White to
AUDIO L IN**

Red to
AUDIO R IN**

Yellow to
VIDEO IN

p

When the S-Video
cable is not used.

When the S-Video
cable is not used.

p

Yellow

Red to
AUDIO R*

To -IN

“Y/C”/“CVBS”
Video Out
Select Switch

Cable
Adapter

TV

VCR

To TV or VCR

TV

VCR

* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
** When connecting the cables, open this cover.

*** Refer to “Jack Box Attachment” ( pg. 23).

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.

Make sure all units are turned off.

1

1

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

2

shown in the illustration ( pg. 22).

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

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

3

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

4

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

5

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”

in the Menu Screen ( pg. 42, 43).

•Time Code

.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 42, 43).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape

Running Displays for video playback
Or
Type of file, Directory/File Names and Image

Number/Total Number of Images for D.S.C.
Playback (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in

the Menu Screen ( pg. 42, 43).
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control.

EN23

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack
( pg. 9).

●

To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape or memory
card*, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ”
or “ ”, then set your TV to the appropriate input
mode.
*GR-DVX88/DVX77 only

●

Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.

●

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.

●

While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the
AV OUT connector, sound cannot be heard from
the speaker.

Jack Box Attachment

Insert the terminal end 1 of the jack box into the jack box
mount, then firmly push the end 2 of the jack box in the
direction of the arrow until it locks into place as shown in the
illustration.
To detach the jack box, slide the BATT. RELEASE Switch and
detach it.

BATT. RELEASE
Switch

2

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Stop Button (5)

FOCUS/BLANK Button

Display

BLANK S EARCH

VIDEO/DSC Switch
(GR-DVX88/DVX77 only)

Power Switch

Lock Button

F

F

O

Y

A

L

P

44

VIDEO PLAYBACK

(cont.)

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the
middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption
( pg. 20).

Load a tape ( pg. 12).

1

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-

2

DVX88/DVX77 only), then set the Power Switch to
“ ” while pressing down the Lock Button
located on the switch.

Press FOCUS/BLANK.

3

•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the
camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward
shuttle 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 5.

NOTES:

●

In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the
camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and 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.

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)

RECORDING

&

PLAYBACK

The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available
on GR-DVX88/DVX77.

CONTENTS

EN25

D.S.C. RECORDING

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Normal Playback (Of Images) ...................................................

Auto Playback (Of Images) ......................................................

Index Screen

Index Playback

Jump Playback

Protecting Files

Deleting Files

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)

Initialising A Memory Card

.............................................. 26 – 27

......................................... 26 – 27

................................................ 28 – 36

................................................................. 29

.............................................................. 30

............................................................... 30

.............................................................. 31

......................................................... 32 – 33

....................... 34 – 35

................................................ 36

28

28

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FINE

10 / 100

VIDEO/DSC
Switch

Power Switch

Lock Button

F

D.S.C. RECORDING

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)

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

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power ( pg. 8)

●

P

L

A

Y

F

O

Grip Adjustment ( pg. 10)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 10)

●

Loading A Memory Card ( pg. 14)

●

Picture Quality/Image Size Mode Setting ( pg. 15)

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

SNAPSHOT Button

Display

CAMERA Menu

SNAP MODE –

Image Size mode

Displays the Image Size mode of the stored
image. There are 2 modes available: XGA and
VGA ( pg. 15).

VGA

Display

PIN–UP

FRAME
FULL
MUL T I –
MUL T I –

4
9

Picture Quality mode

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 2 modes
available: FINE and STD (Standard) ( pg. 15).

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “ ”, then set the

1

Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

2

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ CAMERA”,

3

then press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “SNAP MODE”,

4

then press it.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired

5

Snapshot mode, then press it. Rotate the MENU
Wheel to select “ RETURN” and press it twice. The
Menu Screen closes.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT. appears while the snapshot

1

is being taken.
The image is stored in the memory card.

•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or
“ ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the

selected Snapshot mode.

•To use the flash,  pg. 54.

Total number of shots

Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored, including
those already taken. The number increases or decreases depending on the shots
stored, the Picture Quality/Image Size mode, etc.

Number of shots taken

Card icon

Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded.

Shooting icon

Appears and blinks during shooting.

Displays the number of images that have already been shot.

PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode*

FRAME
Snapshot mode
with frame*

FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame*

MULTI-4
Multi-Analyzer 4

MULTI-9
Multi-Analyzer 9

EN27

To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .

.... when unwanted still images are stored in the

memory card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting
Files” ( pg. 32) and delete unwanted still images.

To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .

.... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set

“BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 38, 40).
The sound is no longer heard from the speaker.

NOTES:

●

Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot
recording will be performed in the FULL mode during
Digital Zoom or Night-Scope ( pg. 45).

●

The image is stored in the VGA mode regardless of the
image size mode setting ( pg. 15) if “MULTI-4” or
“MULTI-9” is engaged.

●

If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
(pg. 39), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

●

If Snapshot recording is not possible, “ ” blinks
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

●

If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 46) 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 “ ” or “ ” and
power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder
shuts off automatically to save power. To perform
shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder
again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.

●

The Motor Drive mode ( pg. 50) is disabled when the
VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “ ”.

●

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 rules
for Camera File systems). They do not have any
compatibility with devices which are not compliant to
DCF.

●

In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x 576 pixels
and they are converted and stored in the XGA mode
file size (1024 x 768 pixels).

* There is the sound effect of a shutter

closing.

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10

24

100

0010

100

0011

100

0012

100

0013

10.

10.01

10.

10.01

11

24

12

24

13

24

10.

10.01

10.

10.01

Rewind Button (2)

Fast-Forward Button (3)

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

Stop Button (5)

Power Switch

Lock Button

F

F

O

Y

A

L

P

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.

Load a memory card ( pg. 14).

1

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “ ”, then set the

2

Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out
the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

Press 3 to display the next image.

3

Press 2 to display the previous image.

VIDEO/DSC Switch

[For Normal Playback]
To display the next image

Display

10

/

24

11

12

13

/

24

/

24

/

24

Total number of

To display the
previous image

images

Displays the total
number of stored
images.

[For Auto Playback]

100

-

0010

10.

10.01

100

-

0011

10.

10.01

100

-

0012

10.

10.01

100

-

0013

10.

10.01

Directory and File names

Displays the directory and file names ( pg. 29).

Auto Playback (Of Images)

You can run through all the images stored in memory
automatically.

Perform steps 1 and 2 above.

1

Press 4/6.

2

To end Auto Playback, press 5.

3

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 VGA/XGA with
devices that are compatible with DCF (Design rules for
Camera File systems) will be displayed as reduced-size
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.

Image number

Displays the index
number of the image file
( pg. 29).

Date

Displays the date when the image was shot (if “DATE/TIME”is
set to “ON” in the Menu Screen  pg. 42–43).

E - CL I P

3 / 4

File (index) number

D

D . SOUN

1O2

I

PL1O/S

N

EX

Selected sound effect name

Total number
of files

EN29

To view video clips (pg. 61) stored in a memory card . . .

… during normal playback of image, press SELECT ( pg. 86

and 87, @ SELECT Button) once to engage the video clip
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then pressing 4/6 can allow you to
view the video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder; video
clips cannot be displayed on a connected TV.

•

You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
(below and pg. 30).

To listen to sound effects (pg. 56) stored in a memory card . . .

… during normal playback of image, press SELECT ( pg. 86

and 87, @ SELECT Button) twice to engage the sound effect
mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then pressing D.SOUND PLAY
( pg. 86 and 87, 2 D.SOUND PLAY Button) can allow you
to listen to the sound effect.

•

You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
(below and pg. 30).

Index Screen

Directory and File
names

EXIT

100-DVC00003

1 F 2 S

4 F

Index number

Type of file

Selected file

IMAGE

5 F

Image Size

VGA

VGA

3 S

6 F

Protect icon

Picture

Quality

100-DVC00003: Directory and File
names

Shows that the selected file is in a directory
called “100” and its file name is “DVC00003”.
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. If the file name reaches
DVC09999, a new directory will be made and
the file name will start again from DVC00001.
In the playback screen ( pg. 28), the
directory and only the last four digits of the file
name are displayed.
In the Index Screen for sound effects, the name
of the selected sound effect is displayed if the
name is compatible with ID3TAG ver 1 or 2.

The files you stored can be displayed together with their
index information. Convenient for checking files stored
beforehand, the Index Screen also shows the Picture
Quality, Image Size mode, directory and file names as
well as which files are protected against accidental
erasure. To display the Index Screen,  pg. 30.

IMAGE/E-CLIP/SOUND: Type of File

Displays the type of file of the displayed index screen.
There are 3 types available: IMAGE for still images,
E-CLIP for video clips ( pg. 61), SOUND for sound
effects ( pg. 56, 67).

1: Index number

Index numbers are marked from 1. For example, when
10 files are stored (index number: 1 to 10), if three files
with index numbers 2, 4 and 6 are deleted from memory,
the remaining files are automatically moved up to fill any
gaps in the numerical sequence. Therefore, the number
of remaining files is 7, and the new index numbers range
from 1 to 7.

F/S: Picture Quality

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image.
There are 2 modes available: FINE and STANDARD (in
order of quality) ( pg. 15). (Appears only when
displaying still images.)

VGA/XGA: Image Size

Displays the size of the stored image. There are 2 modes
available: VGA and XGA ( pg. 15). (Appears only when
displaying still images.)

: Protect icon

When a file is protected against its accidental erasure, a
padlock mark appears next to the index number, and that
file cannot be deleted.

Selected File

A file is framed in green when it is selected. Rotate the
MENU Wheel to move the green frame to the desired file.

30 EN

INDEX Button

JUMP Button

EXIT

100-DVC00001 VGA

FS

1 2

IMAGE

3

Index Screen
for images

S

SELECT
Button

MENU
Wheel

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

(cont.)

Index Playback

You can view or listen to the files (still images, video clips
( pg. 61), or sound effects ( pg. 56, 67)) stored in
memory six at a time. Use this mode when looking for a
file you wish to view or hear.

Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” on

1

pg. 28.

To display the Index Screen . . .

2

… for images, go to step 3.
… for video clips ( pg. 61), press SELECT once to

engage the video clip mode. “E-CLIP” appears.
Then go to step 3.

… for sound effects ( pg. 56), press SELECT twice

to engage the sound effect mode. “D.SOUND”
appears. Then go to step 3.

Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.

3

4

EXIT

EXIT

EXPLOSION

E-CLIP

100-DVC00001

1 2

FS

5

FF

4

SOUND

1 2

FS

5

FF

4

Display

JUMP MENU

6

S

3

F

6

S

3

F

6

F

5

FF

10 / 50

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]

P

Index Screen
for video clips

Index Screen
for sound
effects

Jump Screen

Total number
of files

Rotate the MENU Wheel to move the green frame to

4

the desired file and press it. The file selected in the
Index Screen is displayed or played back.

•To start playback of the selected video clip, press
4/6. To stop playback midway, press 5.

•To start playback of the selected sound effect, press
D.SOUND PLAY.

Jump Playback

You can call up directly a file you want to play back by
specifying its index number.

During normal playback of images, press SELECT

1

repeatedly to select the type of file you want to play
back.

Press JUMP. The Jump Screen appears.

2

Rotate the MENU Wheel to enter the index number

3

of the desired file and press it.

•The file for the selected index number is displayed.

•To cancel the Jump Playback while the Jump

Screen is being displayed, press JUMP again.

Index number