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'"°' DIGITAL HD VIDEO CAMERA GR-HD1 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: For Accessories: _ONIAY_YAY_YAY_YNLYLO_LY_[O_|O]tqP[ONIOJ11_|[O||k_|t_[_O|JYI| Mini DIGITAL S ILL(;'_J L I,l INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder.
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However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-vohage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An...
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/I 6") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes, (if the ventilation holes are [)locked by a newspaper, or cloth etc.
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[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[ IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAtin' 5, Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the INSTRUCTIONS product and to protect it from overheating, these Electrical energy can perfor,'n many u seful functions. openings must not be blocked or covered. •...
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EN 5 SERVICING 1. Accessories 1. Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits To avoid personal injury: a marked change in performance and you are • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, unable to restore normal operation by following the stand, tripod, bracket or table.
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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 fo,ow,ng...
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AC Power Adapter/ DC Cord Battery Pack Memory Card 8 MB Charger AA-V40U BN-V428U (Already inserted in the camcorder) USBCable CD-ROM Remote Control Unit AAA (R03) Battery x 2 RM-V717U (for remote control unit) Lens Hood Lens Cap Shoulder Strap Handle (Already attached to the (_:_ pg.
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8 EN How To Detach/Attach The Lens How To Attach The Lens Cap Hood To protect the lens, attach the provided _enscap to the lens hood when camcorder is not in use. The provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight, the same way NOTE: profc-ssional photographers do.
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How To Attach The Core Filter Close the core filter until it clicks shut. Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. Types of core filters Cable Times to Size wind i.LINK cable* Twice Large To attach the core filler to the component video...
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IOEN How To Use The Audio Cable How To Attach The Strap When using optional headphones or external Following the illustration, thread the strap microphone, connect to the provided audio cable through the eyelet _). (with a core filter attached), then connect the audio 2 Fold it back and thread it through the buckle _.
CONTENTS GETTING STARTED ADVANCEDFEATURES ............... Power MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ......35 Grip Adjustment ............Changing The Menu Settings ........Tripod Mounting ............RECORDING MENUS ..........36 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ........PLAYBACK MENUS ........... 4 1 Viewfinder Adjustment ..........FEATURES FOR RECORDING ........
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• Charging is not possible if the wrong type of Read the kit's instruction manual before using, battery is used. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U • When charging the battery pack for the first time Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or...
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EN13 AboutBatteries Using ACPower Open the cover. - Lithium-ion is vulnerable in coJder temperatures. To DC connector To AC outlet 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.
14EN | GripAdjustment | Tripod Mounting Adjust the velcro strip. To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and 2 Passyour right hand through the loop and grasp stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw the grip.
EN15 NOTES: I Brightness Adjustment OfThe • When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select whether you Display use the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously or individually. Set "PRIORITY" to Set the Power Switch to "_" or ,,r_,, while the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu.
16EN Recording Mode Switch Position I Operation Mode MEMORY: To turn on the camcorder, turn the Power Switch to Allows you to record still images on a memory align any operation mode except "OFF" to the card. Power Lamp while pressing down the Lock Button HD/SD/DV: located on the switch.
EN17 Built-in Clock's R echargeable Uthium Battery I Date/TimeSettings To store the date/time in memory, the clock's The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the camcorder is connected to an but its display can be turned on or off during playback.
18 EN Approximate recording time I Loading A Cassette Recording mode Tape /Unloading A Cassette 30 min. 30 min. 45 rain. The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. Erase protection 80 min.
EN19 To protect valuable files (available only for SD I Loading A MemoryCard Memory Card)... /Unloading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Clipped edge Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of "LOCK".
VIDEO RECORDING Remove the lens cap. | Basic Recording Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. NOTE: 3 Set the Recording Mode Switch to "HD', "SD" or Before continuing, perform the procedures listed "DV'.
Recording Mode Allows you to record on a tape in MPEG2 format Following procedure is an example of the operation; (720p). The camcorder records signals in the to change the position of the Recording Mode progressive scan mode (750 scanning lines at 1/30th Switch from "DV"...
VIDEO RECORDING (cont.) Tape Remaining Time • Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Approximate/ape remaining time appears on the Digital Zoom. display. "- h - -- m" means the camcorder is •...
EN 23 _meC_e Recording From TheMiddle OfA Tape During recording, a time code is recorded on the 1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (;-_ pg. 25) tape. This code is to confirm the location of the to find the spot at which you want to start recorded scene on the tape during playback.
VIDEO PLAYBACK NOTESt I Normal P layback • Clean the video heads using an optional dry cleaning cassette when: Lock Button • No picture during playback. • Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, vz, pg. 79. Play/Pause Button (1_'111 •...
EN25 Shuttle Search NOTES: • Before starting Blank Search, if the currentposition Allows high-speed search in either direction during is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in video playback. the reverse direction. If the current position is at a 1) During playback, press I_1_ for forward search, recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the or _...
26 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.) ToConnect ToATVor VCREquipped WithThe I Connections ToA TVOrVCR Component Video Connectors These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and Connector Cover TV instruction manuals. ToConnect AConventional TVorVCR 0 S/AV S/AV/Editing cable...
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Make sure all units are turned off. NOTE$_ • It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown Charger as the power supply instead of the in the illustration. battery pack. (:_ pg. 13) If using a VCR, go to step 3.
D.S.C RECORDING | Basic S hooting (D.S.C. S napshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. Image Size (:-_ pg. 40, 86) NOTE: O Focus Icon (:_ pg. 86) O Shooting Icon (_:_pg.
o.s.c. PLAYBACK EN29 NOTES: | Normal Playback O fImages • Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an Images shot with the camcorder are automatically existing image, because new images are numbered, then stored in numerical order in the automatically stored after the last-recorded one.
30 EN D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) information Screen | Index Playback O f Files You can view several diffPrent files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. 1 Perform steps 1 4 in "Normal Playback Of images"...
EN31 protect the currently displayed file I Protecting Files Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CURRENT", and The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental press it. The PROTECT erasure of files. screen appears. Lock Button Press _1_1 or _ _r Switch select the desired file.
32 EN D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) currently displayed To remove protection from all files stored To delete file Rotate the MENU Wheel in the memory card to select "CURRENT", and 7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CANC.ALL", press it. The DELETE and press it.
EN 33 Setting P rint I nformation (DPOF I Resetting TheFileName Setting) By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be This camcorder is compatible with the DPOE stored in the new folder.
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34 EN (cont.) D.S.C. PLAYBACK ToPrintBySelecting StillImages AndNumber I Initializing A Memory Card Of Prints You can initialize a memory card any time, Perform steps 1 6 in "To Print AH Still Images After initializing, all files and data stored in the (One Print For Each)"...
MENUS FOR DETAILED AD3USTMENT EN 35 Example: _ CAMERA Menu I Changing TheMenu Settings Selected function Selectedmenu icon blinks. This camcorder is equipped with an easy-_-use, on- screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. (_ pg. 36 - 42) LockButton Power Switch...
RECORDING MENUS Zooming I Camera M enu ZOOM (Factory-preset: 40X) 10X: When set to "10X', only the optical zoom [] CAMERA magnification is engaged. 40X*: AHows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, Recording mode zooming is possible from I0X (the optical zoom Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification.
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EN37 5-Second R ecording | Manual M enu Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. This function is _1 MANUAL available only when the Recording Mode Switch is set to "DV'. 1 Set "5S" to "5S'. (_ pg. 35) Optical I mage Stabilization •...
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RECORDING MENUS (cont.) Wide mode I System Menu DV WIDE (factory-preset: OFF) OFF: Records with no change in the screen ratio. I_] SYSTEM For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. SQUEEZE*[_]: For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
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EN39 Component v ideooutputsetting | Display M enu When connecting the camcorder to a TV or video unit equipped with component video inputs [_] CAMERA DISPLAY (_: pg. 26), select the output picture size depending on the connected TV or video unit. Y/Pb/Pr (Factory-preset: NO CONVd Brightness adjustment of thedisplay...
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4"0 EN RECORDING MENUS (cont.) MultiMediaCard |DSCMenu Image Siz_/Pktu_e Quality 8MB* 16MB* 32MB* 640 x 480/FINE ] 49 640 x 480/STANDARD ] 92 848 x 480/FINE Picture q uality 848 x 480/STANDARD ] 60 The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best t280 x 720/FINE match your needs.
PLAYBACK MENUS Synchro a djustment I VideoMenu For details, refer to "For More Accurate Editing" (_ pg. 66). r_JVIDEO SYNCHRO (Factory-preset: -+0,0) Recording mode Playback s ound AHows you to set the video recording mode (SP or During tape playback, the camcorder detects the LP) depending on your preference.
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PLAYBACK MENUS (cont.) TIME CODE (Factory-preset: OFF) | System Menu OFF / ON NOTE: I_] SYSTEM The date indicatk_n can also be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control Each setting is hnked with "_1", which appears _rovided).
FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN 43 NOTE: I Self-llmer If "BEEP" and "TALLY" are set to "OFF" (_ pg. 38), the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light. When the RecordlngStart/ Stop Button or SNAPSHOT pressed, the taffy lamp changes as shown: SNAPSHOT Button...
FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) • When a cab& is connected 1_ #_e AV contractor, the shutler sound is nr_t heard #_m lhe speaker. howe_r il is recorded onO 6_e tape, MotorDriveMode Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 4 provid¢'_ an effec_ similar to serial photograph_: (int_,rval between still images: approx.
| IrisLock | Backlight Compensation Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in Backlight compensation brigh_ns the subject well lit environments to keep too much light from quickly, erlterin_ and dilates in dim environmenls Io allow Press BACK LIGHT, The [] indic4tor is displayed in more light.
46EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) To return to automatic iris adjustment.., Lock Butlx*n Press S/A, Or,set the Power Switch t_ "1_1". Po_er Switch AutoFocus The camcorder*s Full Range AF system oifvrs S/A Button continuous shooting abili W from close up (as close as approx, _ cm (2") t_ the subjec0 lo infinity,...
ENd;7 To reset 1_ Auto Focus,,, Press FOCUS or s_t the Power Swilch to/'l_ _', NOTES: telephol_ p_sifion when you use file Manual Focus mode, ff kou ff;cus in on o subj_.l in die wide _n_k, position, sharply focus_Y images cannot b_' oh&fined when loomed] t_p hi'cause deptJi of fiekY is reduced...
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FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) SetthePowerSwitchlo"_'whiJepressingdown | WhiteBalance Adjustment the Lock Button located on 1he Swilch, Open the LCD monitor full}; or pull ou[ the The while balance that refers Io file corre_'tness [ulJy. viewfinder color reprodudion under vadous lighting. If the PressW,B.
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ENd9 NOTES: | Manual W hiteBalance Adjustment • hi s_7_ £ it may b_" difficult lo _cus on [tie white, paper. In such a case, adjust _cus manually. AdjusL the white balance manually when shooting _ _ pg. 4 Z) under various types of lighting.
FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) SetthePowerSwitchlo"_j'whilepmssingdown | WipeOrFader E ffects the Lock Button located on 1he switch. Open the LCD monitor full); or pull out the Wipe€Fader effect_ let you make pro style _cene viewfinder fully, transitions. Use th_,m to spge up the transition from Press FADE_IPE, The WiPE/FADER screen o_1:,scene to [he rt_,xt.
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scerms look more | Special Effects natural White Balance (_:_" p g, 48) is aulomaficaJly set to " )_", but can b_' changed to your desired Using _te 611owing 4 Effed Modes allows you setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder provide special effects for your shooting.
FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) To make lhumbnall images after video recording I NAVIGATION Function manually., 1) Perform steps 1 _o 3 above, The Navigation Function helps you check _pe 2) Set "NAVIGATION" to "MANUAL". con_n_ _ making thumbnail imag_ on a memoW I_:"...
EN 53 be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted To add thumbnail i magesduringvideo during deletion. If the memory card becomes playback corrupted, initialize it. Perform steps 1 to4 in "To find scenes on tape NOTE: using thumbnail images (NAVIGATION Search)".
DUBBING NOTES: | Dubbing ToOr From A VCR • It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery paek. (: _ pg. 13) • As the camcorder starts to play your footage, it will appear on your T_ZThis will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.
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JVC VC- VDV204U i.LINK cable. • 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.
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56 EN DUBBING (cont.) To use this camcorder as a recorder Notes on dubbing to a D-VHS Dubbing from other devices in MPEG2 format is Dubbing cannot be conducted properly when possible if the connected device is another same dubbing a tape which is recorded in both DV and modet of this unit.
EN 57 Load a cassette. (_:_pg. 18) I Dubbing StillImages Recorded On Load a memory card. (_:_pg. 19) A Tape ToA Memory Card 3 Set the Playback Mode Switch to "VIDEO". 4 Set the Power Switch to "_" white pressing Sti!t images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory down the Lock Button located on the switch.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate @ Infrared beam transmitting window this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic Transmits the beam signal. operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and The following buttons are available only when the Rewind) of your VCR.
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Playback S pecial Effects (DVonly) I Audio Dubbing ( DVonly) Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image that was recorded in DV mode. The audio track of a tape recorded in DV _rmat can The effects that can be used during playback are be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit and CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE,...
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EN 6"1 NOTES: indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. • When editing _nto a tape that was recordedat 12-bit, the old and new soundtracks are recorded Press START/STOP to begin editing. separately. • Confirm the insert at the time code you •...
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SHIFT for this one). YOUare now ready to t_ 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 dues not come on in step I, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST •...
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EN 63 Make Connections 1 [] A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector... Also refer to page26..Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. [] A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector,.,...
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Select Scenes • If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deckS Record-Standby mode will be cancelled and editing will not take place. • If there are blank portions before or after the Edit- In and Edit_Out points, a blue screen may be included in the edited version.
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EN 65 Automatic Editing To VCR Picture Wipe And Dissolve Menu (available only for Random Assemble Editing) You ('an use not only the wipe/fader effects on page 50 but also the picture wipe and dissolve effects below. @iii_ []_1} DISSOLVE: The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
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66EN USING TIlE REMOTECONTROLUNIT (cont.) Adjustment Timing ForMore AccurateEditing Of VCR/Camcorder Press R,A,EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "1_ VIDEO", and press it.
Fo I.LINK IN/OUT connector [A] Using USB cable • When using an LLINK cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U It is possible to do the following things: i.LINK cable depending on the type of i.LINK •...
SYSTEMCONNECTIONS(cont.) Make sure all necessary software(provided) I Using TheCamcorder AsA instatted in your PC. 2 Set the Recording Mode Switch to "MEMORY". WebCam 3 Set the Power Switch to "1_1"or "_" white This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB pressing down the Lock Button tocated on the switch.
TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exis/s, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery[ pack, AC Power Adapter/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual I The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device.
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EN /71 The LCD monitor or • Re-read the sections coverin •Certain Wipe/Fader effects, viewfinder indications blink. certain modes of Program Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE, "OIS" an(] other AE and "OIS'. (_;_z pg. 37, 50 functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.
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72- EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) Advanced features 15. The focus does not adjust /5. • Focus is set to the Manual 15. • Set Focus to the Auto mode. automatically, mode. (_ pg. 46) • Clean the tens and check the •...
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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. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
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Wiping strongly can become dirty (ex. fingerprints), cause damage. (_mpg. 81 ) To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 42. • "TIME CODE" is set to 42. l_me code does not appear. • Set "TIME CODE" to "ON".
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EN 75 Warning Indications Indications Meaning Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power teveh high _-_m_¢-r_¢_ Remaining power leveh exhausted As the battery power comes dose to nit, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automaticalty. Appears when no tape is loaded.
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76EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) Warning Indications Indications Meaning CAN NOT DISPLAY Appears when dubbing a scene recorded in liD mode through the component ON LCD MONITOR video connectors. (_ pg. 55) AND VIEWFINDER IN THIS MODE LLINK CONNECTION Appears when an i.LINK cable is connected but not detected. Disconnect the ERROR! CHECK cable once and connect it again, or disconnect other connected cables.
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MODE REMOVE AND the indicatio_l to clear. When it (foes, you van resunw using the camcorder. If the REATTACH BATTERY indication remains, consult your neares[ JVC dealer. E03 or E04 The error indications E03 or E04 show what type of malfunction...
"Siemens Plug", as shown. -cooler chemical reaction, while warmer For ins AC plug adapter, consult your neawst JVC dealer, temperatures cart prevent complete charging, _. store in a cool, dr';,' place, E×Iended exposure Plug adapter to high temperatures...
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1,000 .,, in places subiect to e×cessive humidity or hours. }-or periodic checkups please consult your dust. nearest JVC dealer..in places subioct to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove, CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
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If malfunctioning occurs, stop using lhe unit reception, which carl be d_Lemlined by turning immediately and consult your local JVC dealer, the equipment off and on, file user is encouraged to t_ _to corred file interference by one or more of...
USER MAINTENANCE I After Use I Cleaning TheCamcorder Turn offth_,camcorder, To clean the, exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. 2 Loosen tile grip _trap. Put the cloth in dilul_,d mild soap and wring it 3 Slide and hok] OPENiEJECI in the, direction of w_,I! to wipe off hea_, dirt, _len wipe again with tile arro_t5 Lher! pull the, casse_e...
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$PECIFICAHON$ For General Power supply DC 6.3 V :fUsing AC Power Adapter/Charge0 DC 7.2 V iL sing batcery pack) Power consumption tCO monitor off, vlewfinder on Approx. 6.B W (DV)/8.0 W {IHD, SD) [CD monitor on_ viewtinder Approx. 8.5 W (DV)/9.7 W :IHD, SD) Dimensions lW x H x D) 114.5 mmx...
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EN 83 For Connectors SiAV S-Video input "_ 0,8 V [o 1.2 V (p 1_),75 _-_analog C: 0.2 V to 0,4 V (pp), 75 [_ analog S-Vid_ output "_ 1,0 V (pp), 75 [_ analog C: 0.29 V {p [_),75 _-_arlalog "_ 0,8 V to 1.2 V (p 1_),75 _-_analog Video input Video output...
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INDEX ControLs,Connectors And Indicators...
86EN INDEX Ind]caffons LCDMonitor/Viewfinder During D.S,C. R ecording Only Indications DuringVideoRecording Only ® Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960) or 640 (640 x 480) l:::" pg. 40) ® Focus Icon l::_ pg. 28) (Brinks while the focus is being ad_us_d and stops blinking when the focus is locked,:, ®...