JVC GR D790U User Manual

Dear Customer,  
Thank you for purchasing this digital  
video camera. Before use, please  
read the safety information and  
precautions contained in the pages  
3 – 5 to ensure safe use of this  
product.  
ENGLISH  
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA  
GETTING STARTED  
7
GR-D790U  
RECORDING & PLAYBACK  
18  
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA  
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &  
For Accessories:  
PLAYBACK  
26  
31  
46  
52  
ADVANCED FEATURES  
REFERENCES  
TERMS  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Model No. and  
Serial No. which is located on the  
bottom of the camcorder. Retain  
this information for future reference.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
To deactivate the demonstration,  
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.  
(pg. 31, 34)  
INSTRUCTIONS  
LYT1643-001A  
       
EN  
3
Read This First!  
Before recording important video, be sure to It is recommended that you use JVC brand  
make a trial recording.  
cassette tapes.  
Play back your trial recording to make sure the  
video and audio have been recorded properly.  
We recommend cleaning your video heads  
before use.  
Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of  
commercially available cassette tapes  
complying with the MiniDV standard, but JVC  
brand cassette tapes are designed and  
optimized to maximize the performance of your  
camcorder.  
If you haven’t used  
your camcorder for  
awhile, the heads may  
Remember that this camcorder is intended  
for private consumer use only.  
Any commercial use without proper permission  
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such  
as a show, performance or exhibition for  
personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended  
that you obtain permission beforehand.)  
DO NOT leave the unit  
be dirty. We  
recommend  
periodically cleaning  
the video heads with a  
cleaning cassette  
(optional).  
Be sure to store your cassette tapes and  
camcorder in the proper environment.  
Video heads can become dirty more easily if  
your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored  
in a dusty area. Cassette tapes should be  
removed from the camcorder and stored in  
cassette cases. Store the camcorder in a bag or  
other container.  
- in place of over 50°C (122°F)  
- in place where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (80%).  
- in direct sunlight.  
- in a closed car in summer.  
- near a heater.  
The LCD monitor is made with high-  
precision technology. However, black spots  
or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)  
may appear constantly on the LCD monitor.  
These spots are not recorded on the tape.  
This is not due to any defect of the unit.  
(Effective dots: more than 99.99%)  
Do not leave the battery pack attached when  
the camcorder is not in use and check the  
unit regularly whether it is working or not.  
Use SP (Standard) mode for important video  
recordings.  
LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more  
video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may  
experience mosaic-like noise during playback  
depending on the tape characteristics and the  
usage environment.  
So, for important recordings, we recommend  
using SP mode.  
For safety and reliability.  
It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries  
and accessories are used in this camcorder.  
This product includes patented and other  
proprietary technology and will operate only  
with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC  
BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs.  
Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause  
damage to the internal charging circuitry.  
This camcorder is designed exclusively for  
the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card  
and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked  
Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 48 – 50.  
Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered  
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or other  
countries.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
” and memory cards marked “  
” can be used with this  
or “  
unit.  
SDHC Memory Card cannot be used with  
this camcorder.  
Remember that this camcorder is not  
compatible with other digital video formats.  
   
4
EN  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
NOTES:  
The rating plate (serial number plate) and  
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the  
back of the main unit.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
The rating information and safety caution of the  
AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a  
shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all  
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or  
more on both sides, on top and at the rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a  
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able  
to get out.)  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an  
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the  
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in  
the literature accompanying the appliance.  
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.  
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO  
RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
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.)  
CAUTIONS:  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot  
be used for playback with a television of a  
different standard. However, live recording and  
LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible  
anywhere.  
This product includes patented and other  
proprietary technology and will operate only  
with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC  
BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs  
and, to recharge them or to supply power to  
the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the  
provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An  
appropriate conversion adapter may be  
necessary to accommodate different designs  
of AC outlets in different countries.)  
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.  
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium  
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material -  
special handling may apply.  
perchlorate  
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 on Replaceable lithium battery  
The battery used in this device may present a fire  
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.  
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C  
(212°F) or incinerate.  
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita  
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.  
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is  
incorrectly replaced.  
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.  
Dispose of used battery promptly.  
Keep away from children.  
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.  
USER MAINTENANCE  
EN  
5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and  
remove the battery pack and AC Adapter.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
To clean the exterior  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install  
in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in  
diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off  
heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.  
To clean the LCD monitor  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to  
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.  
To clean the lens  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently  
with lens cleaning paper.  
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified  
by the manufacturer.  
10. Use only with the  
To clean the viewfinder lens  
Remove dust from the viewfinder using a  
blower brush.  
cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table  
specified by the  
manufacturer, or  
sold with the  
apparatus.When a  
cart is used, use  
caution when  
NOTES:  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as  
benzine or alcohol.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery  
pack has been removed or other power units  
have been disconnected.  
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated  
cloth refer to the cautions of each product.  
To clean the viewfinder, please consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
moving the cart/  
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-  
over.  
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms  
or when unused for long periods of time.  
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when the  
apparatus has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or plug is  
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus  
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does  
not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
USE CLEANING CASSETTE  
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during  
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette  
(pg. 3).  
   
CONTENTS  
GETTING STARTED  
6
EN  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....................16  
Changing The Menu Settings...................... 31  
Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape) ..... 37  
Connection To A Personal Computer ......... 44  
RECORDING & PLAYBACK  
Time Code...............................................20  
Dual Rec..................................................20  
Variable Shuttle Search...........................22  
Blank Search...........................................22  
Playback Snapshot..................................22  
Connections To A TV Or VCR.....................23  
Playback Using The Remote Control ..........24  
46  
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................51  
TERMS ..........................................................52  
D.S.C. RECORDING.........................................26  
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............26  
D.S.C. PLAYBACK...........................................27  
Normal Playback Of Images........................27  
Auto Playback Of Images............................27  
Index Playback Of Files...............................27  
Removing On-Screen Display.....................27  
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
28  
Resetting The File Name.............................28  
Protecting Files............................................28  
Deleting Files...............................................29  
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)*...29  
Initializing A Memory Card...........................30  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
7
Regarding This Manual  
Provided Accessories  
Control Lever  
LCD Monitor  
OR  
AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U  
OR  
Control lever  
Audio/Video Cable  
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)  
BatteryPack  
BN-VF808U  
There are two kinds of operation using the control  
lever: moving the lever towards up/down/left/right,  
or pressing down the lever.  
They are described and illustrated as shown  
below.  
1) Move the control lever up/down/left/right  
(3/4/1/2) to select:  
Select  
CD-ROM  
Remote  
USB Cable  
Control Unit  
RM-V740U  
Operation  
To select  
Move the control lever up.  
3
4
6
7
FOCUS  
Move the control lever  
down.  
Lithium  
Battery  
CR2025*  
(for remote  
control unit)  
Shoulder  
Lens Cap  
(pg. 12)  
Strap  
Move the control lever  
right.  
LIGHT  
(pg. 12)  
2
1
¡
1
Move the control lever left.  
QUICK  
REVIEW  
* A lithium battery is pre-installed in the Remote  
Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation  
sheet).To use the Remote Control Unit, remove  
the insulation sheet.  
2) Press down the control lever to select SET:  
SET  
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.  
               
GETTING STARTED  
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EN  
Index  
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How to open the LCD monitor  
Pull on the end A of the LCD monitor.  
NOTES:  
The image will not appear  
simultaneously on the LCD monitor and  
the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is  
pulled out while the LCD monitor is  
opened, you can select which one to  
use. Set “PRIORITY” to the desired  
mode in SYSTEM Menu. (pg. 34)  
Colored bright spots may appear all over  
the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
However, this is not a malfunction.  
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.  
Power-linked operation  
When the power switch is set to “REC”, you can  
also turn the camcorder on/off by opening/  
closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in  
the viewfinder.  
         
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
9
Controls  
Indicators  
11 : Left/Rewind (1) (pg. 21)/  
Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] (pg. 18)  
2: Right/Fast-Forward (¡) (pg. 21)/  
LED Light [LIGHT] (pg. 36)  
3 : Up/Play/Pause (6) (pg. 21)/  
Manual Focus [FOCUS] (pg. 37)  
4 : Down/Stop (7) (pg. 21)/  
Backlight Compensation [ ] (pg. 39)/  
Spot Exposure (pg. 39)  
POWER/CHARGE Lamp (pg. 13)  
LCD Monitor (pg. 8)  
Viewfinder (pg. 15)  
Card Cover [  
Battery Pack Mount (pg. 13)  
Shoulder Strap Eyelet (pg. 12)  
Grip Strap (pg. 12)  
Speaker (pg. 21)  
Lens  
] (pg. 17)  
Press down : SET  
2VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
316:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] (pg. 17)  
Blank Search [BLANK] (pg. 22)  
Index Button [INDEX] (pg. 27)  
4Menu Button [MENU] (pg. 31)  
5Data Battery Button [DATA] (pg. 14)  
6Auto Button [AUTO] (pg. 20)  
7Diopter Adjustment Control (pg. 15)  
8Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]  
(pg. 26, 33, 37)  
Live Slow Button [SLOW] (pg. 33, 36)  
9Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (pg. 19)  
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]  
(pg. 21)  
LED Light (pg. 36)  
Camera Sensor  
(Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor  
necessary for shooting is built-in here.)  
Remote Sensor (pg. 24, 25)  
Stereo Microphone  
Stud Hole (pg. 15)  
Tripod Mounting Socket (pg. 15)  
Cassette Holder Cover (pg. 16)  
Memory Card Slot  
Connector Cover  
!Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP]  
(pg. 18)  
"Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF]  
#Lock Button  
$Battery Release Button [BATT.] (pg. 13)  
%Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]  
(pg. 16)  
REC:  
To perform recording on the tape or in the  
memory card.  
OFF:  
To switch off the camcorder.  
PLAY:  
Connectors  
To play back a recording on the tape.  
To display a still image stored in the  
memory card or to transfer a still image  
stored in the memory card to a PC.  
&USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector  
(pg. 44)  
(Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT]  
(i.LINK*) (pg. 43, 44)  
*
i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry  
specification and extensions thereof. The  
logo is used for products compliant with the  
i.LINK standard.  
The connectors are located beneath the  
covers.  
)Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]  
(pg. 23, 42)  
~DC Input Connector [DC] (pg. 13)  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position  
VIDEO:  
To record on a tape or play back a tape.  
MEMORY:  
To record in a memory card or access data  
stored in a memory card.  
 
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
10  
During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder  
Indications  
" #  
$
9
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
During Video Recording Only  
M
640F  
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15  
PHOTO  
2 3 4  
5
1
3
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LP  
– – –min  
16:9  
7
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9
11:13 AM  
D
EC  
.6.200  
7
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"
SOUND 12BIT  
~
)
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator  
2Operation Mode (pg. 20)  
15:55  
!
1Tape Running Indicator  
(Rotates while tape is running.)  
3LED Light Indicator (pg. 36)  
4
: Night-Alive Indicator (pg. 41)  
2Selected Wide Mode Indicator (pg. 17)  
(only 16:9 indicator is displayed)  
3Live Slow Indicator (pg. 36)  
4Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (pg. 33)  
(only LP indicator is displayed)  
5Tape Remaining Time (pg. 18)  
6REC: (Appears during recording.)  
(pg. 18)  
: Gain Up Mode (pg. 33)  
5Shutter Speed (pg. 41)  
6White Balance Indicator (pg. 39)  
7Selected Effect Indicator (pg. 41)  
8Selected Program AE Indicator (pg. 41)  
9Approximate Zoom Ratio (pg. 19)  
!Zoom Indicator (pg. 19)  
"Shooting Icon  
(Appears and blinks during shooting.)  
#Card Icon (pg. 26)  
: Appears during shooting.  
: Blinks in white when a memory card is  
not loaded.  
$Image Size/Picture Quality: 640F 640 x 480 F  
640F (FINE) and 640 x 480 S 640S  
(STANDARD) (in order of quality) (pg. 33)  
%Remaining Number Of Shots (pg. 26)  
(Displays the approximate remaining  
number of shots that can be stored during  
D.S.C. recording.)  
SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow.)  
(pg. 36)  
: Insert (pg. 45)  
7
8
: Insert Pause  
8Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator  
(pg. 40)  
9Wind Cut Indicator (pg. 33)  
!Time Code (pg. 34)  
"Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) (pg. 32)  
(only  
indicator is displayed)  
#SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode  
Indicator (pg. 33) (Appears for approx. 5  
seconds after turning on the camcorder.)  
&
PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)  
(pg. 26, 37)  
(
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator  
(pg. 39)  
: Backlight Compensation Indicator  
(pg. 39)  
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 38)  
: Iris Lock Indicator (pg. 38)  
)Date/Time (pg. 15)  
~Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 37)  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
11  
During Video Playback  
1
2
3 4  
5 6  
1
2
LP  
x3  
100-0013  
12B I T / M I X  
L
3
BLANK SEARCH  
PUSH "STOP" BUTTON  
TO CANCEL  
11:13 AM  
4
DEC. 6. 2007  
VOLUME  
11  
.
:
6
13 AM  
200  
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator  
2Folder/File Number  
20 : 21 : 25  
DE C  
.
7
4Date/Time  
9
7
8
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator  
2Sound L/R Indicator (pg. 35)  
3Blank Search Indicator (pg. 22)  
4Tape Speed (SP/LP) (pg. 35)  
(only LP indicator is displayed)  
5Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3,  
x3 and x10 (pg. 22)  
63: Playback  
¡: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search  
1: Rewind/Shuttle Search  
8: Pause  
8 3: Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/  
Slow-Motion  
2 8: Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/  
Slow-Motion  
: Audio Dubbing  
: Audio Dubbing Pause  
7Date/Time (pg. 35)  
8VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator  
(pg. 21)  
8
9Time Code (pg. 35)  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
12  
How To Attach The Lens Cap  
Grip Adjustment  
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.  
Before making the adjustment, remove any  
security tags that may be attached to the  
velcro.  
To protect the lens, attach  
the provided lens cap to the  
camcorder as shown in the  
illustration.  
NOTE:  
To confirm the lens cap is on  
correctly make sure the cap is  
flush to the camcorder.  
Place here during  
shooting.  
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap  
1 Peel off the pad  
and thread the end  
of the strap  
through the eyelet.  
Eyelet  
2 Thread the  
Strap Guide  
strap through the  
Buckle  
buckle, adjust its  
length, and use the  
strap guide to fix it  
in place.  
3 Position the  
buckle near the  
eyelet and reattach  
the pad.  
         
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
13  
NOTES:  
Power  
Charging The Battery Pack  
If the protective cap is attached to the battery  
pack, remove it first.  
During charging, the camcorder cannot be  
operated.  
POWER/CHARGE Lamp  
Charging is not possible if the wrong type of  
battery is used.  
When charging the battery pack for the first time  
or after a long storage period, the POWER/  
CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case,  
remove the battery pack from the camcorder,  
then try charging again.  
Battery pack  
mount  
Arrow  
2
If a fully charged battery pack is attached to the  
unit, POWER/CHARGE lamp will blink for  
approx. 10 seconds before it turns off.  
If the battery operation time remains extremely  
short even after having been fully charged, the  
battery is worn out and needs to be replaced.  
Please purchase a new one.  
1
Battery  
pack  
BATT.  
Power Switch  
To DC connector  
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity  
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure  
to use it only in well-ventilated areas.  
After 5 minutes have elapsed in Record-  
Standby mode with the cassette inserted and no  
operation is performed, the camcorder will  
automatically turn off its power supplied from the  
AC adapter. In this case, the battery charge  
starts if the battery is attached to the camcorder.  
Lock  
Button  
AC Adapter  
To AC outlet  
About Batteries  
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.  
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.  
2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing  
upward, push the battery pack slightly against  
the battery pack mount 1.  
3 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in  
place 2.  
4 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet.  
5 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.  
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder  
blinks to indicate charging has started.  
When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out,  
charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter  
from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter  
from the camcorder.  
To restore the accuracy of the battery  
power indicator  
If the battery power indication differs from the  
actual operating time, fully charge the battery,  
and then run it down. However this method  
may not work if the battery was used for a long  
period of time under extremely high/low  
temperature condition or charged too many  
times.  
To detach the battery pack  
Slide the battery pack downward while  
pressing BATT. to detach it.  
Battery pack  
BN-VF808U*  
Charging time  
Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
Approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.  
Approx. 3 hrs. 50 min.  
BN-VF815U  
BN-VF823U  
* Provided  
                   
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
14  
If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears  
instead of the battery status even though you  
tried to press DATA several times, there may  
be a problem with your battery. In such a  
case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
Using The Battery Pack  
Perform steps 2 3 in “Charging The Battery  
Pack” (pg. 13).  
Maximum continuous recording time  
Using AC Power  
Perform step 4 5 in “Charging The Battery  
Pack” (pg. 13).  
LCD monitor  
Battery pack  
Viewfinder on  
on  
BN-VF808U*  
BN-VF815U  
BN-VF823U  
* Provided  
NOTES:  
1 hr. 50 min.  
3 hrs. 40 min.  
5 hrs. 30 min.  
2 hrs. 15 min.  
4 hrs. 30 min.  
6 hrs. 45 min.  
NOTE:  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to  
240 V.  
INFORMATION:  
Recording time is reduced significantly under  
the following conditions:  
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged  
The following explanations in this manual  
supposes the use of LCD monitor in your  
operation. If you want to use the viewfinder,  
close the LCD monitor and pull out the  
viewfinder fully.  
repeatedly.  
The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.  
The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.  
The LED Light is used.  
Before extended use, it is recommended that  
you prepare enough battery packs to cover  
3 times the planned shooting time.  
Language Settings  
The language on the display can be changed.  
(pg. 34)  
ATTENTION:  
Select  
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.  
LANGUAGE  
Data Battery System  
ENGLISH  
You can check the remaining battery power  
and the recordable time.  
SET  
When the battery is attached, press DATA.  
1 Open the LCD monitor fully.  
BATTERY CONDITION  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”  
while pressing down the Lock Button located  
on the switch.  
MAX TIME  
100%  
LCD  
min  
min  
50%  
0%  
If set to “REC”, the recording mode should be  
set to “ ” (pg. 20).  
FINDER  
3 Press MENU.  
When the Power Switch is set to “OFF”, it is  
displayed for approx. 3 seconds if the button  
is pressed and released quickly, and for  
approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed  
and hold for several seconds.  
When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” or  
“REC”, press DATA again to return to the  
normal screen.  
4 Select “SYSTEM”, press SET or 2.  
5 Select “LANGUAGE”, press SET or 2.  
6 Select the desired language, press SET or  
2.  
7 Press MENU.  
Press 1whenever you want to return to the  
previous menu screen.  
Data battery status cannot be displayed  
during playback or while recording is in  
progress.  
                 
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
15  
Date/Time Settings  
Brightness Adjustment Of The  
Display  
Select  
CLOCK ADJ.  
MONTH. DATE. YEAR 12  
h
Select  
JAN. 03  
02  
.
2007  
:
10 AM  
BRIGHT  
0
SET  
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all  
times, but its display can be turned on or off.  
(pg. 34, 35)  
Perform steps 1 3 in “Language Settings”  
(pg. 14).  
SET  
Perform steps 1 3 in “Language Settings”  
(pg. 14).  
To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder,  
pull out the viewfinder fully and set  
“PRIORITY” to “FINDER” (pg. 34).  
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or 2.  
2 Select “CLOCK ADJ., press SET or 2.  
1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or 2.  
3 Select the desired date display format,  
2 Select “BRIGHT”, press SET or 2.  
press SET or 2.  
Repeat this step to input time display format  
(Select from “24h” or “12h”), month, date, year,  
hour and minutes.  
3 Select the appropriate brightness, press  
SET or 2.  
4 Press MENU.  
Press 1whenever you want to return to the  
previous menu screen.  
4 Press MENU.  
Press 1whenever you want to return to the  
previous menu screen/setting.  
Tripod Mounting  
To attach the  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
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.  
2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and  
locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.  
3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until  
the indications in the viewfinder are clearly  
focused.  
Example:  
Some tripods are not  
equipped with studs.  
Diopter Adjustment Control  
CAUTION:  
When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to  
pinch your fingers.  
                   
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
16  
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a  
cold place to a warm environment, wait a short  
time before opening the cassette holder cover.  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
The camcorder needs to be powered up to  
load or eject a cassette.  
• Appears if a tape is loaded while the Power  
Switch is set to “REC”.  
• Blinks when no tape is loaded.  
PUSH  
Cassette  
holder  
cover  
TAPE!  
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  
“REC” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to  
“VIDEO”.  
Erase  
OPEN/  
EJECT  
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB  
protection  
tab  
Cassette holder  
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to  
“SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to “REC”  
and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to  
“VIDEO”. (pg. 18)  
Make sure the window  
side is facing out.  
1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the  
direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette  
holder cover open until it locks. The cassette  
holder opens automatically.  
Do not touch internal components.  
2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH”  
to close the cassette holder.  
Be sure to press only the section labeled  
“PUSH” 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.  
NOTES:  
If you wait a few seconds and the cassette  
holder does not open, close the cassette holder  
cover and try again. If the cassette holder still  
does not open, turn the camcorder off then on  
again.  
If the tape does not load properly, open the  
cassette holder cover fully and remove the  
cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again.  
   
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
17  
Loading/Unloading A Memory  
Card  
16:9 Wide Mode  
You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9  
size. By default, the camera is set to record  
videos at the 16:9 size.  
Card Cover (  
)
Memory card  
(Optional)  
Clipped edge  
1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.  
).  
16:9  
2 Open the card cover (  
3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
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.  
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“VIDEO”. Each press 16:9 switches the screen  
size.  
On the LCD monitor:  
4 Close the card cover.  
NOTES:  
16 : 9  
4 : 3  
4 : 3  
Some brands of memory cards are not  
compatible with this camcorder. Before  
purchasing a memory card, consult its  
manufacturer or dealer.  
Before using a new memory card, it is  
necessary to format the card. (pg. 30)  
On the viewfinder:  
16 : 9  
PLEASE FORMAT  
Appears when there is a problem with a memory  
card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been  
initialized. Initialize the memory card. (pg. 30)  
NOTE:  
If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may  
appear to be slightly vertically stretched when  
playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.  
(pg. 34, 35)  
CARD ERROR!  
Appears when the camcorder does not recognize  
the loaded memory card. Remove the memory  
card once and insert it again. Repeat these  
procedures until no indication appears. If the  
indication still appears, the memory card is  
corrupted.  
       
VIDEO RECORDING  
EN  
18  
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. 20).  
Basic Recording  
NOTE:  
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed  
below:  
To record in LP (Long Play) mode, pg. 33.  
Power (pg. 13)  
Tape Remaining Time  
Approximate tape  
remaining time appears on  
the display. – – – min”  
Loading A Cassette (pg. 16)  
Remove the lens cap. (pg. 12)  
Open the LCD monitor fully.  
Select videos at 4:3 size or 16:9 (wide) size.  
(pg. 17)  
means the camcorder is  
calculating the remaining  
VIDEO/MEMORY  
time. When the remaining time reaches  
2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.  
The time required to calculate and display the  
remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the  
calculation, may vary according to the type of  
tape used.  
Zoom Lever  
Quick Review  
Enables to check the end of the last recording.  
1) Press QUICK REVIEW during  
the Recording-Standby mode.  
Lock Button  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button  
2) Tape is rewound for about  
several seconds and played back  
automatically, then pauses in the  
Recording-Standby mode for the next shot.  
Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is  
normal.  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“VIDEO”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
Slide the Power Zoom lever repeatedly to  
change the sound setting to on/off.  
3 Press START/STOP button to start  
recording. “REC” appears on the display while  
recording is in progress. To stop recording  
Press START/STOP again.  
Approximate recording time  
Recording mode  
Tape  
SP  
LP  
45 min.  
30 min.  
60 min.  
80 min.  
30 min.  
60 min.  
80 min.  
90 min.  
120 min.  
NOTES:  
If the Record-Standby mode continues for  
5 minutes and no operation is performed, 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.  
               
VIDEO RECORDING  
EN  
19  
Zooming  
Interface Shooting  
While recording  
The person you shoot  
can view himself/  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
herself in the LCD  
monitor, and you can  
even shoot yourself  
while viewing your  
own image in the  
LCD monitor.  
1) Open the LCD  
W: Wide angle  
You can zoom in up to 34X by using the optical  
zoom.  
T: Telephoto  
Zoom magnification over 34X is done through  
digital image processing, and is therefore called  
digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to  
900X. Set (ZOOM) to [68X] or [900X].  
(pg. 32)  
monitor and tilt it  
upward to 180° so  
that it faces forward.  
Then, pull out the  
viewfinder fully.  
2) Point the lens  
Optical zoom (up to 34X)  
toward the subject (yourself when self-  
recording) and start recording.  
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image  
appears inverted as it would when viewing a  
mirror. However, the actual recorded image  
does not appear inverted.  
Digital zoom (up to 900X)  
If the Quick Review (pg. 18) is executed  
during the interface shooting, the LCD monitor  
will be turned off. In such a case, check the  
playback picture in the viewfinder.  
To check the playback picture in the LCD  
monitor, close the viewfinder.  
NOTES:  
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5  
cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is set  
all the way to W.  
When you zoom into a subject close to the lens,  
the camera may automatically zoom out  
depending on the distance to the subject. In this  
case, set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”. (pg. 32)  
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).  
               
VIDEO RECORDING  
EN  
20  
Time Code  
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape  
During recording, a time code is recorded on  
1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search  
the tape.This code is to confirm the location of (pg. 22) to find the spot at which you want to  
the recorded scene on the tape during  
playback.  
start recording, then engage the Still Playback  
mode. (pg. 21)  
2) Set the Power Switch to “REC” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
Display  
Minutes  
Seconds  
Dual Rec.  
Frames*  
You can capture still images without disturbing  
the recording in progress. Press SNAPSHOT.  
A sub screen will be displayed for approx. 6  
seconds to show you the snapshot image.  
The Still image is saved into the memory card  
while video is recorded onto the cassette tape.  
(30 frames =  
12 : 34 : 24  
1 second)  
* Frames are not displayed during recording.  
If recording starts from a blank portion, the  
time code begins counting from “00:00:00”  
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from  
the end of a previously recorded scene, the  
time code continues from the last time code  
number. If during recording a blank portion is  
left partway through the tape, the time code is  
interrupted. When recording is resumed, the  
time code starts counting up again from  
“00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may  
record the same time codes as those existing  
in a previously recorded scene.To prevent this,  
perform Recording From The Middle Of A Tape  
(pg. 20) in the following cases;  
“REC SELECT” must be set to “  
only.  
(CARD)”  
Auto/Manual Mode  
Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to  
auto/manual recording mode. When manual  
mode is selected, the indicator appears on  
the LCD monitor.  
Auto Mode :  
You can record using no special effects or  
manual adjustments.  
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.  
Manual Mode :  
Manual recording is possible by setting various  
functions.  
When shooting using a partially recorded tape.  
When shooting on a blank portion located  
partway through the tape.  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
When shooting again after shooting a scene  
then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.  
NOTES:  
The time code cannot be reset.  
During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time  
code indication does not move smoothly.  
The time code is displayed only when “TIME  
CODE” is set to “ON”. (pg. 34)  
               
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
21  
NOTES:  
Normal Playback  
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD  
monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.  
(pg. 23)  
VOL. +/–  
VIDEO/  
MEMORY  
BLANK  
Lock Button  
If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when  
power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder  
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 cable is connected to the AV connector,  
the sound is not heard from the speaker.  
6
¡
Power  
Switch  
1
MENU  
HDV  
7
Speaker  
Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV  
format are detected. The pictures in the HDV  
format cannot be played back with this  
camcorder.  
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 16)  
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“VIDEO”.  
Still Playback  
3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
Pauses during video playback.  
1) Press 6 during playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press 6  
again.  
If still playback continues for more than about  
3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is  
automatically engaged.  
SET  
The above screen (referring to the control lever  
(pg. 7)) will be displayed for approx. 3  
seconds on the LCD Monitor.  
Operation  
6
7
¡
To select  
Move the control lever up.  
Move the control lever down.  
Move the control lever right.  
Move the control lever left.  
1
4 To start playback, press 6.  
5 To stop playback, press 7.  
During Stop mode, press 1 to rewind, or ¡  
to fast-forward the tape.  
Press SET to display the guide operation  
screen.  
To control the speaker volume  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–)  
towards “+” to turn up the volume, or towards  
“–” to turn down the volume.  
                         
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
22  
Variable Shuttle Search  
Blank Search  
Allows variable-speed search in either  
direction during video playback.  
Helps you find where you should start  
recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time  
1) During playback, press ¡ once or twice for code interruption. (pg. 20)  
forward search, or 1 once or twice for  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback”  
reverse search.  
(pg. 21).  
1
¡
2 Press BLANK.  
x-10  
x-3  
x3  
x10  
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.  
2) To resume normal playback, press 6.  
During playback, press and hold ¡ or 1.  
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.  
To cancel Blank Search, press 7 or BLANK.  
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.  
ATTENTION:  
During Shuttle Search,  
parts of the picture may not  
be clearly visible,  
If the beginning or end of the tape is reached  
during Blank Search, the camcorder stops  
automatically.  
particularly on the left side  
of the screen.  
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.  
During Shuttle Search,  
parts of the picture may not  
be clearly visible across  
the screen.  
Playback Snapshot  
This camcorder allows you to take snapshots  
during video playback.  
Press SNAPSHOT.  
         
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
23  
1 Make sure all units are turned off.  
Connections To A TV Or VCR  
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.  
To AV  
connector  
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set  
the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
or  
6 Start playback on the camcorder.  
(pg. 21)  
Please set “16:9 OUTPUT” of Playback Menus  
so that the image may suit your TV (16:9 TV or  
4:3 TV). (pg. 34, 35)  
Audio/Video cable  
(provided)  
To choose whether or not the following  
displays appear on the connected TV  
Date/Time  
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF” (pg. 35).  
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn  
on/off the date indication.  
Time Code  
TV  
Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” (pg. 35).  
Indications other than date/time and time code  
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”  
(pg. 35).  
VCR  
NOTES:  
1Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/  
VCR has only A/V input connectors.)  
2Red to AUDIO R IN*  
3White to AUDIO L IN*  
* Not required for watching still images only.  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery  
pack. (pg. 13)  
To monitor the picture and sound from the  
camcorder without inserting a tape or memory  
card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch  
to“REC”, 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.  
           
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
24  
Buttons And Functions  
Playback Using The Remote  
Control  
A battery is included inside the remote control  
at the time of purchase.  
Remove the insulation sheet before use.  
Installing The Battery  
The remote control uses one lithium battery  
(CR2025).  
Pull out the battery  
holder by pressing the  
lock tab.  
1Infrared beam transmitting window  
The following buttons are available only when  
the camcorder’s Power Switch is set to “PLAY”.  
2PAUSE Button  
Lock tab  
Up Button (pg. 25)  
3SLOW Rewind Button (pg. 25)  
4REW Button  
Beam Effective Area (indoor use)  
Left Button (pg. 25)  
When using the  
5INSERT Button (pg. 45)  
6SHIFT Button (pg. 25)  
7DISPLAY Button (pg. 23, 42)  
8SLOW Forward Button (pg. 25)  
9PLAY Button  
!FF Button  
Right Button (pg. 25)  
"A. DUB Button (pg. 45)  
#STOP Button  
Down Button (pg. 25)  
$EFFECT Button (pg. 25)  
%EFFECT ON/OFF Button (pg. 25)  
remote control, be  
sure to point it at the  
remote sensor. The  
transmitted beam’s  
approximate effective  
distance for indoor  
use is 5m (16ft).  
Remote sensor  
NOTE:  
The transmitted beam may not be effective or may  
cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor  
is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.  
The following buttons are available when the  
camcorder’s Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
&Zoom (T/W) Buttons  
Zoom in/out (pg. 19, 25)  
(Also available with the Power Switch set to  
“PLAY”)  
(START/STOP Button  
Functions the same as the Recording Start/  
Stop Button on the camcorder.  
)S.SHOT Button  
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the  
camcorder.  
(Also available with the Power Switch set to  
“PLAY”)  
         
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
25  
.
1) Press PLAY (3) to start  
video playback. Or perform  
normal playback of images.  
Zoom (T/W)  
SLOW (  
PAUSE or  
(Up)  
SLOW (  
(Right)  
)
2) At the point you want to  
zoom in, press the Zoom  
Button (T).  
To zoom out, press the Zoom  
Button (W).  
)
PLAY  
(Left)  
STOP or  
SHIFT  
(Down)  
3) You can move the image on  
the screen around to find a  
particular portion of the picture.  
While holding down SHIFT,  
press  
(Up) and  
(Left), (Right),  
(Down).  
Slow-Motion Playback  
To end zoom, press and hold W until  
magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP  
(7) and then press PLAY (3) during video  
playback.  
To end zoom during D.S.C. playback, press  
PLAY (3).  
During normal video playback, press SLOW  
(
or ) more than approx. 2 seconds.  
After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback  
resumes.  
To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE  
(PAUSE).  
NOTES:  
To revert back to normal playback, press PLAY  
(3).  
Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and  
still playback.  
Due to digital image processing, the quality of  
the image may suffer.  
NOTES:  
You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback  
from Still Playback by pressing SLOW (  
) more than approx. 2 seconds.  
or  
Playback Special Effects  
After SLOW (  
or  
) is pressed and held, the  
Allows you to add creative effects to the video  
playback image.  
still image may be displayed for a few seconds,  
followed by a blue screen for a few seconds.  
This is not a malfunction.  
SEPIA (pg. 41).  
MONOTONE (pg. 41).  
CLASSIC (pg. 41).  
STROBE (pg. 41).  
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.  
1) To start  
playback,  
press PLAY  
(3).  
EFFECT ON/OFF  
EFFECT  
Frame-By-Frame Playback  
During normal or still playback, press SLOW  
(
) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (  
)
2) Press  
EFFECT.  
The  
repeatedly for reverse. Each time SLOW (  
or ) is pressed, the frame is played back.  
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.  
Playback Zoom  
Magnifies the recorded image up to 27X at any  
time during video playback and D.S.C.  
playback.  
To change the selected effect, repeat from step  
2 above.  
                         
D.S.C. RECORDING  
EN  
26  
Approximate Number of Storable Images  
The number increases or decreases depending  
on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.  
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.  
SD Memory Card  
Image Size/Picture  
Quality  
8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB  
640 x 480/FINE  
47  
95 205 425  
NOTE:  
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed  
below:  
640 x 480/STANDARD 160 295 625 1285  
Power (pg. 13)  
Loading a Memory Card (pg. 17)  
Remove the lens cap.  
Image Size/Picture  
Quality  
8 MB 16 MB 32 MB  
Open the LCD monitor fully. (pg. 8)  
640 x 480/FINE  
55  
105  
320  
215  
645  
SNAPSHOT  
640 x 480/STANDARD  
190  
VIDEO  
Lock Button  
MEMORY  
VIDEO/  
MEMORY  
Power Switch  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“MEMORY”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
To change the Picture Quality, pg. 31, 33.  
3 Press SNAPSHOT. The “PHOTO” indication  
appears while the snapshot is being taken.  
To delete unwanted still images, refer to  
“Deleting Files” (pg. 29).  
When you do not want to hear the shutter  
sound, set “MELODY” to “OFF”(pg. 34).  
NOTE:  
If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes  
when the Power Switch is set to “REC” 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.  
CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION  
SWITCH  
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.  
MEMORY CARD!  
Appears if there is no memory card loaded when  
the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed.  
             
D.S.C. PLAYBACK  
EN  
27  
Normal Playback Of Images  
Auto Playback Of Images  
Images shot with the camcorder are  
You can run through all the images stored in  
memory card automatically.  
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.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images” (pg. 27).  
2 Press 6 to start Auto Playback.  
If you press 1during Auto Playback, files are  
displayed in descending order.  
VIDEO/MEMORY  
If you press 2during Auto Playback, files are  
displayed in ascending order.  
Lock Button  
3 To end Auto Playback, press 7.  
Index Playback Of Files  
You can view several different files stored in  
the memory card at a time. This browsing  
file you want.  
Power  
Switch  
3
4
2
[PLAY] 3,  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
1
Images” (pg. 27).  
2 Press INDEX. The  
SET  
Selected file  
[STOP] 7, MENU INDEX  
Index Screen appears.  
3
1
4
7
2
5
8
3 Press 4, 3, 1or 2  
to move the frame to  
the desired file.  
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 17)  
6
9
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
4 Press SET. The  
selected file is  
displayed.  
“MEMORY”.  
3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
Index number  
A stored image is displayed.  
Removing On-Screen Display  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
4 Press 1to display the previous file. Press 2  
to display the next file.  
Images” (pg. 27).  
NOTE:  
Images shot and stored on the card with another  
device with resolutions other than “640 x 480” will  
be displayed as thumbnails only. These thumbnail  
images cannot be transferred to a PC.  
2 Press MENU.  
Select  
3 Select “ON SCREEN”, press  
SET or 2. The ON SCREEN  
menu appears.  
Press 1whenever you want to  
return to the previous menu  
Playback Zoom  
Available only with the remote control.  
SET  
screen.  
(pg. 25)  
4 Select “OFF”,  
ON SCREEN  
OFF  
press SET or 2.  
NO IMAGES STORED  
ON  
5 Press MENU.  
The operation  
mode indicator,  
folder/file number,  
date/time and  
battery remaining  
power indicator, disappear.  
To display the indicators again, select “ON”.  
Appears if there are no image files stored in the  
memory card when you attempt memory card  
playback.  
?
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.  
                         
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
EN  
28  
6 Select “EXECUTE”,  
Resetting The File Name  
PROTECT  
PROTECT ?  
press SET.  
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.  
To cancel protection,  
select “RETURN”.  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
Repeat steps 5 and 6  
for all files you want to protect.  
To protect all files stored in the memory  
card  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images” (pg. 27).  
4 Select “PROT.ALL, press SET or 2. The  
2 Press MENU.  
Select  
3 Select “NO.RESET”, press  
SET or 2. The NO. RESET  
screen appears.  
5 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.  
To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.  
NOTE:  
4 Select “EXECUTE”, press  
If the “  
” mark appears, the currently displayed  
SET. The new folder (such as  
SET  
file is protected.  
“101JVCGR”) will be made and  
To Remove Protection  
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 3  
in “Protecting Files”.  
the file name of the next shot starts from  
DVC00001.  
NOTE:  
If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder  
(such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file  
name will start again from DVC00001.  
To remove protection from the currently  
displayed file  
4 Select “CURRENT”, press SET or 2. The  
PROTECT screen appears.  
Protecting Files  
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental  
erasure of files.  
5 Press 1or 2to select the desired file.  
6 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.  
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.  
Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all files you want to  
remove protection.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images” (pg. 27).  
2 Press MENU.  
To remove protection from all files stored in  
the memory card  
3 Select “PROTECT”, press SET or 2. The  
PROTECT menu appears.  
Press 1whenever you want to return to the  
previous menu screen.  
4 Select “CANC.ALL, press SET or 2. The  
PROTECT screen appears.  
5 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.  
To protect the currently displayed file  
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.  
4 Select “CURRENT”,  
PROTECT  
press SET or 2. The  
PROTECT screen  
appears.  
CURRENT  
PROT.ALL  
CANC.ALL  
5 Press 1or 2to select  
the desired file.  
Select  
                     
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
EN  
29  
Deleting Files  
Setting Print Information (DPOF  
Setting)*  
This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF  
(Digital Print Order Format) standard in order  
to support future systems such as automatic  
printing.  
Previously stored files can be deleted either  
one at a time or all at once.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images” (pg. 27).  
2 Press MENU.  
Select  
* Up to a maximum limit of 999 stored files in the  
memory card.  
3 Select “DELETE”, press SET  
or 2. The DELETE Menu  
appears.  
To Print All Still Images (One Print For  
Each)  
Press 1whenever you want to  
return to the previous menu  
screen.  
SET  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images” (pg. 27).  
To delete the currently displayed file  
2 Press MENU.  
4 Select “CURRENT”,  
Select  
DELETE  
CURRENT  
ALL  
press SET or 2. The  
DELETE screen  
appears.  
SET  
5 Press 1or 2to select  
3 Select “DPOF”, press  
DPOF  
CURRENT  
ALL 1  
the desired file.  
SET or 2. The DPOF  
Menu appears.  
Press 1whenever you  
RESET  
want to return to the  
previous menu screen.  
Select  
6 Select “EXECUTE”,  
press SET.  
DELETE  
4 Select “ALL 1”, press  
DELETE?  
To cancel deletion,  
select “RETURN”.  
Repeat steps 5 and 6  
SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears.  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
5 Select “EXECUTE”,  
DPOF  
press SET.  
ALL 1?  
for all files you want to delete.  
To cancel selection,  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
select “RETURN”.  
NOTE:  
If the “  
” mark appears, the selected file is  
protected and cannot be deleted.  
To delete all files stored in the memory card  
4 Select “ALL, press SET or 2. The DELETE  
screen appears.  
5 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.  
To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.  
NOTES:  
Protected files (pg. 28) cannot be deleted. To  
delete them, remove protection first.  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.  
Check files before deleting.  
                 
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
EN  
30  
To Print By Selecting Still Images And  
Number Of Prints  
To Reset The Number Of Prints  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “To Print All Still  
Images (One Print For Each)” (pg. 29).  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “To Print All Still  
2 Select “RESET”, press SET or 2. The  
Images (One Print For Each)” (pg. 29).  
DPOF screen appears.  
2 Select “CURRENT”,  
DPOF  
3 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.  
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.  
The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still  
images.  
press SET or 2. The DPOF  
SHEETS  
screen appears.  
02  
RETURN  
3 Press 1or 2to select  
the desired file.  
CAUTION:  
While performing the above, never disconnect  
power, as this may cause the memory card to be  
corrupted.  
Select  
NOTE:  
When the image is printed from the printer, a  
black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.  
This is not a malfunction. By recording with “DIS”  
de-activated (pg. 32) this can be avoided.  
4 Press 4or 3to select the number indication  
(00), and press SET.  
5 Select the number of prints  
Select  
by pressing 3to increase the  
number, or 4to decrease the  
number, and press SET.  
Initializing A Memory Card  
You can initialize a memory card any time.  
After initializing, all files and data stored in the  
memory card, including those which have  
been protected, are cleared.  
SET  
Repeat steps 3 through 5  
DPOF  
for the desired number of  
SHEETS  
prints.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
The number of prints can  
be set up to 15.  
To correct the number of  
prints, select the image  
again and change the number.  
Images” (pg. 27).  
02  
2 Press MENU.  
Select  
3 Select “FORMAT”, press SET  
or 2. The FORMAT screen  
appears.  
6 Select “RETURN”, press  
DPOF  
SET. The “SAVE?”  
appears.  
Press 1whenever you want to  
SAVE?  
return to the previous menu  
screen.  
SET  
If you did not change any  
settings in step 3 through  
5, the DPOF Menu  
reappears.  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
4 Select “EXECUTE”,  
FORMAT  
ERASE ALL  
EXISTING DATA?  
press SET.The memory  
card is initialized.  
7 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET.  
When initialization is  
finished, “NO IMAGES  
STORED” appears.  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
To cancel selection, select “CANCEL.  
To cancel initialization, select “RETURN”.  
       
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT  
EN  
31  
4 Select the desired function, press SET or 2.  
Changing The Menu Settings  
The selected function menu appears.  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-  
use, on-screen menu system that simplifies  
many of the more detailed camcorder settings.  
(pg. 31 – 35)  
Example: FUNCTION menu.  
Current Setting  
FUNCTION  
VIDEO/MEMORY  
Power Switch  
OFF  
W
IPE/FADER  
OFF  
OFF  
PROGRAM AE  
EFFECT  
0
AUTO  
W
OFF  
SHUTTER  
EXIT  
Lock  
Button  
5 Select the desired selection, press SET or  
2.  
Select  
Example: WIPE/FADER menu.  
WIPE/FADER  
OFF  
OFF  
WH  
BK  
BLACK  
SET  
SLIDE  
MENU  
SCROLL  
1 For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus:  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”  
or “MEMORY”.  
Set the Power Switch to “REC” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on  
the switch.  
6 Select the desired setting, press SET or 2.  
Selection is completed.  
7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.  
Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
For Video Playback Menu:  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“VIDEO”.  
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on  
the switch.  
Press 1whenever you want to cancel or return  
to the previous menu screen.  
Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other  
function menus.  
For D.S.C. Playback Menu, refer to “D.S.C.  
PLAYBACK” (pg. 27).  
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (pg. 8)  
3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
Screen for Video and  
Screen for Video  
D.S.C. Recording Menu Playback Menu  
FUNCTION  
CAMERA  
VTR  
VTR  
DISPLAY  
SYSTEM  
DISPLAY  
SYSTEM  
EXIT  
EXIT  
* Video Recording Menu only  
           
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT  
EN  
In the following pages, [ ] refers to Factory  
32  
CAMERA  
preset settings.  
The following menu settings can be changed  
only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
Recording Menus  
[34X]: When set to “34X” while using digital  
zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 34X  
since digital zoom will be disengaged.  
68X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By  
digitally processing and magnifying images,  
zooming is possible from 34X (the optical  
zoom limit), to a maximum of 68X digital  
magnification.  
FUNCTION  
The following menu settings can be changed  
only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
Each setting (except “EFFECT” and  
“SHUTTER”) which is set in Video Recording  
Menu is also applied in the D.S.C. Recording  
Menu.  
900X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By  
zooming is possible from 34X (the optical  
zoom limit), to a maximum of 900X digital  
magnification.  
WIPE/FADER*  
(pg. 40), “Wipe or Fader Effects”  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.  
PROGRAM AE  
(pg. 41), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter  
Effects”  
TELE MACRO  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
EFFECT  
ON: When the distance to the subject is less  
than 1 m (3.3 ft), set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”.  
You can shoot a subject as large as possible at  
a distance of approx. 40 cm (1.4 ft).  
(pg. 41), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter  
Effects”  
EXPOSURE  
(pg. 38), “Exposure Control”  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go  
out of focus.  
W. BALANCE  
(pg. 39), “White Balance Adjustment”  
DIS*  
OFF  
: Disables the function. (DIS disable  
icon appears.)  
SHUTTER  
[ON]: To compensate for unstable images  
caused by camera-shake, particularly at high  
magnification.  
(pg. 41), “Program AE, Effects And Shutter  
Effects”  
NOTES:  
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if  
hand shake is excessive, or depending on the  
shooting condition.  
Switch off this mode when recording with the  
camcorder on a tripod.  
DIS cannot be activated when “NIGHT” in  
“PROGRAM AE” or “STROBE” in “EFFECT” is  
selected, or when LIGHT is set to on, or when  
SNAPSHOT is pressed.  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.  
                   
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT  
EN  
33  
VTR  
GAIN UP  
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no  
picture brightness adjustment.  
[AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy,  
but the image is bright.  
Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.  
REC MODE  
AUTO  
: The shutter speed is  
[SP]*: To record in the SP (Standard Play)  
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  
mode  
LP: Long Play—more economical, providing  
1.5 times the recording time.  
* SP indicator does not appear on the screen.  
NOTES:  
Audio Dubbing (pg. 45) and Insert Editing  
(pg. 45) are possible on tapes recorded in  
the SP mode.  
being automatically adjusted, “  
displayed.  
” is  
picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there  
may be momentary pauses in the sound.  
WIND CUT*  
[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.  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.  
SOUND MODE  
[12BIT]: 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)  
16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo  
sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent  
to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)  
IMAGE SIZE*  
[640 x 480 F] / 640 x 480 S  
The Image Size mode can be selected to best  
match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes  
640F  
are available: FINE (  
) and STANDARD  
640S  
(
) (in order of quality).  
NOTE:  
SNAP/SLOW  
The number of storable images depends on the  
selected picture quality as well as the composition  
of the subjects in the images and the type of  
memory card being used. (pg. 26)  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “MEMORY”.  
[SNAP  
SLOW  
]: Snapshot mode  
: Live Slow mode  
For details on the procedure, refer to “Live  
Slow” (pg. 36) and “Snapshot (Record Still  
Image On Tape)” (pg. 37).  
REC SELECT  
(TAPE): When Snapshot recording is  
performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only  
onto the tape.  
/
(TAPE/CARD): When Snapshot  
recording is performed with the VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch set to “VIDEO”, still images  
are recorded not only onto the tape but also in  
the memory card (640 x 480 pixels).  
[
(CARD)]: When Snapshot recording is  
performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
Set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded into  
the Memory Card only. Select this setting to  
perform Dual Rec.. (pg. 20)  
                               
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT  
EN  
34  
DISPLAY  
MELODY  
OFF: Even though not heard while shooting,  
[ON]: A melody sounds when any operation is  
performed. It also activates the shutter sound  
effect. (pg. 26, 37)  
The “DISPLAY” settings (except “CLOCK  
ADJ.”, “16:9 OUTPUT” and “BRIGHT”) are  
effective only for shooting.  
ON SCREEN  
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.  
REMOTE  
OFF: Disables the remote control operations.  
[ON]: Enables the remote control operations.  
PRIORITY  
[LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD  
monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while  
the LCD monitor is opened.  
FINDER: The image is displayed in the  
viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out  
while the LCD monitor is opened.  
DATE/TIME  
[OFF]: The date/time does not appear.  
ON: The date/time is always displayed.  
The date indication can also be turned on/off by  
pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote  
control. (pg. 23, 42)  
CLOCK ADJ.  
pg. 15, “Date/Time Settings”  
OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take  
place.  
[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as  
Wipe/Fader and 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 “REC”.  
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.  
TIME CODE*  
[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.  
ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder  
and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are  
not displayed during recording. (pg. 20)  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY  
Switch is set to “VIDEO”.  
16:9 OUTPUT  
To enable your tv to display images in 16:9  
wide mode, set the tv screen size correctly.  
4:3 TV: For TV with an aspect ratio of 4:3.  
[16:9 TV]: For TV with an aspect ratio of 16:9.  
NOTES:  
BRIGHT  
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.  
pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The  
Display”  
SYSTEM  
CAM RESET  
[CANCEL]: Does not reset all settings to the  
factory-preset.  
EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-  
preset.  
The “SYSTEM” functions which are set when  
the Power Switch is set to “REC” are also  
applied when the Power Switch is set to  
“PLAY”.  
LANGUAGE  
/
/
/ [ENGLISH] /  
FRANCAIS / ESPAÑOL / PORTUGUÊS  
The language setting can be changed.  
(pg. 14)  
                                       
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT  
EN  
DISPLAY  
Playback Menus  
Each setting (except “OFF” in “ON SCREEN”,  
“DATE/TIME” and “TIME CODE”) is linked with  
Switch is set to “REC”.  
VTR  
The settings below are effective only for video  
playback except “REC MODE” and “SNAP/  
SLOW”. The parameters (except “SOUND L/  
R”, “[T] [M] COPY” and “NARRATION”  
settings) are the same as in the description on  
page 33.  
The parameters (except “OFF” in “ON  
description on pg. 34.  
ON SCREEN  
OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV  
SOUND L/R and NARRATION  
When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display  
disappears.  
During tape playback, the camcorder detects  
the sound mode in which the recording was  
made, and plays the sound back. Select the  
sound to accompany your playback picture.  
DATE/TIME  
[OFF] / ON  
CLOCK ADJ.  
pg. 15, “Date/Time Settings”  
REC MODE  
[SP]* / LP  
Allows you to set the video recording mode  
(SP or LP) depending on your preference. It is  
recommended you use “REC MODE” in  
VIDEO Menu when using this camcorder as a  
recorder during dubbing. (pg. 42, 43)  
* SP indicator does not appear on the screen.  
TIME CODE [OFF] / ON  
pg. 20, “Time Code”  
16:9 OUTPUT  
4:3 TV / [16:9 TV]  
pg. 34, “16:9 OUTPUT”  
NARRATION  
BRIGHT  
[OFF]: Original sound is output on both “Land  
“R” channels in stereo.  
pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The  
Display”  
ON: Dubbed sound is output on both “Land  
“R” channels in stereo. (pg. 45).  
MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are  
combined and output in stereo on both “Land  
“R” channels.  
SYSTEM  
Each setting (except “DEMO MODE”) is linked  
with “SYSTEM”, which appears when the  
Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
SNAP/SLOW  
pg. 33, “SNAP/SLOW”.  
The parameters are the same as in the  
description on page 34.  
[T] [M] COPY  
[OFF]: When the SNAPSHOT button is  
pressed during tape playback, the playback  
image pauses and normal playback will  
resume after approximately 6 seconds. (The  
still image is not recorded.)  
ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a  
tape to a memory card. (pg. 42).  
SOUND L/R  
[STEREO  
]: Sound is output on both “Land  
“R” channels in stereo.  
SOUND L : Sound from the “Lchannel is  
output.  
SOUND R : Sound from the “R” channel is  
output.  
                                                     
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LED Light  
LED Light can be used to  
brighten the subject in the dark  
place during video recording or  
D.S.C. shooting.  
Live Slow  
This feature is useful for recording or playing  
back precious or hard-to-see moments at a  
slow speed. Sound is recorded and played  
back in real time.  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
LIGHT  
“VIDEO”.  
LED Light  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC” or “PLAY”.  
If set to “REC”, the recording mode should be  
set to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the  
setting.  
3 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to “SLOW”. (pg. 33)  
appears.)  
The Live Slow indicator “ ” appears.  
The light is on always. (  
4 Press SLOW during recording or playback.  
The moving pictures are divided into four  
frames. They are recorded or played back for  
1.5 seconds, and then normal recording or  
playback resumes.  
The light turns on automatically  
when dark. (  
appears.)  
Turns off the light.  
NOTES:  
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to  
start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a  
still image.  
This feature is effective when the recording  
mode selection is set to both “ ” or “ ”.  
Live Slow cannot be used when the 16:9 Wide  
mode is selected.  
NOTES:  
Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to  
eyes.  
If the light does not reach the subject when the  
LED Light setting is “ON”, the Night-Alive  
function will be activated, and makes it possible  
to shoot the subject brighter.  
Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter  
speed when the LED Light setting is “ON”, they  
will appear slightly blurred.  
           
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Snapshot (Record Still Image On  
Tape)  
This feature lets you record still images that  
look like photographs onto a tape.  
Manual Focus  
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers  
continuous shooting ability from close-up (as  
close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to  
infinity.  
However, correct focus may not be obtained  
depending on the shooting condition. In this  
case, use the manual focus mode.  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“VIDEO”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
3 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
4 Set “REC SELECT” to “  
/
” or  
FOCUS  
“. (pg. 31, 33)  
5 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to “SNAP”. (pg. 33)  
1
2
6 Press SNAPSHOT.  
The “PHOTO” indication appears and a still image  
will be recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then the  
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.  
You can perform Snapshot also during  
recording. A still image will be recorded for  
approx. 5 seconds, then the normal recording  
resumes.  
Snapshot is effective when the recording mode  
selection is set to both “ ” or “ ”.  
If the image taken by snapshot is too dark or too  
SET  
Manual focus indicator  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
3 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator  
appears.  
4 Press 1or 2to focus on a subject.  
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any  
further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
bright, select  
(pg. 39) or “SPOTLIGHT”  
(pg. 41).  
5 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.  
Motor Drive Mode  
To reset to Auto Focus  
Press FOCUS twice.  
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 6  
provides an effect similar to serial photography.  
(Interval between still images: approx. 1  
second)  
Manual focus is recommended in  
situations listed below.  
When two subjects overlap in the same scene.  
When illumination is low.*  
When the subject has no contrast (difference in  
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-  
color wall, or a clear, blue sky.*  
The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC  
SELECT” is set to “  
/
” or “  
“.  
(pg. 33)  
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  
.
             
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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.  
Iris Lock  
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 the background is overly dark or the  
subject is bright.  
Select  
When shooting on a reflective natural  
background such as at the beach or when  
skiing.  
When shooting objects under a spotlight.  
When zooming.  
EXPOSURE  
0
SET  
1 Perform steps 1 - 6 in “Exposure Control”  
(pg. 38)  
1 Open the LCD monitor fully.  
2 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
LCD monitor or the viewfinder, then press and  
3 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
4 Press MENU.  
hold SET or 2for over 2 seconds. The “  
indication appears.  
3 Press SET or 2. The iris is locked.  
5 Select “FUNCTION”, press SET or 2.  
6 Select “EXPOSURE”, press SET or 2.  
4 Press MENU.  
7 Select the appropriate exposure, press SET  
or 2.  
To brighten the image, press 3. To darken the  
image, press 4. (maximum +/-6)  
8 Press MENU.  
NOTES:  
If the adjustment does not cause any visible  
change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”.  
(pg. 31, 33)  
You cannot use the manual exposure control at  
the same time when “PROGRAM AE” is set to  
“SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” (pg. 41), or with  
the backlight compensation.  
           
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Backlight Compensation  
Backlight compensation brightens the subject  
quickly.  
White Balance Adjustment  
The white balance refers to the correctness of  
color reproduction under various lighting. If the  
With simple operation, backlight compensation white balance is correct, all other colors will be  
feature brightens the dark subject portion by  
increasing the exposure.  
accurately reproduced.  
The white balance is usually adjusted  
automatically. However, more advanced  
camcorder operators control this function  
manually to achieve a more professional color/  
tint reproduction.  
1 Set the Power Switch to  
“REC”.  
SET  
2 Set the recording mode to  
”. (pg. 20)  
Set “W. BALANCE” to the desired mode.  
(pg. 32)  
The selected mode indicator except “AUTO”  
appears.  
3 Press  
so that the  
Backlight Compensation  
indicator “ ” appears.  
To cancel Backlight Compensation  
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
Press  
twice so that the “ ” indicator  
disappears.  
MWB: Adjust the white balance  
manually when shooting under various types  
of lighting. (“Manual White Balance  
Adjustment”, pg. 40)  
NOTE:  
Using Backlight Compensation may cause the  
light around the subject to become too bright and  
the subject to become white.  
FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day.  
CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.  
HALOGEN: A video light or similar type  
of lighting is used.  
Spot Exposure Control  
Selection of a spot metering area enables  
more precise exposure compensation.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
3 Press  
twice so that the Spot Exposure  
Control indicator “  
” appears.  
A spot metering area frame appears at the  
center of the LCD monitor/viewfinder.  
4 Press SET.  
Spot Exposure Control is engaged.  
Exposure is adjusted to make the brightness of  
the selected area most appropriate.  
To lock the iris  
After step 3, press and hold SET over 2  
seconds. The “ ” indication appears and the  
iris is locked.  
To cancel Spot Exposure Control  
Press  
once so that the “  
” indicator  
disappears.  
NOTES:  
Depending on the shooting location and  
condition, optimum result may not be attained.  
“STROBE” in “EFFECT” cannot be used with  
Spot Exposure Control.  
             
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Manual White Balance  
Adjustment  
Adjust the white  
balance manually  
when shooting under  
various types of  
lighting.  
Wipe Or Fader Effects  
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”.  
1 Set the Power  
White paper  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
Switch to “REC”.  
3 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
4 Set “WIPE/FADER” in “FUNCTION” Menu.  
3 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.  
(pg. 32)  
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to  
activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.  
4 Select “MWB” in “W. BALANCE” menu  
(pg. 32), then press and hold SET or 2until  
begins blinking.  
When the setting is completed,  
blinking.  
NOTE:  
You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by  
pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop  
Button.  
stops  
5 Press SET or 2to engage the setting.  
WIPE/FADER  
6 Press MENU.The Menu Screen closes and  
the Manual White Balance indicator  
displayed.  
is  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
WHITE  
screen.  
: Fade in or out with a white  
: Fade in or out with a black  
: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe  
NOTES:  
In step 3, it may be difficult to focus on the white  
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually.  
(pg. 37)  
BLACK  
screen.  
Because the color temperature is different  
depending on the light source, 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.  
SLIDE  
out from left to right.  
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.  
White Balance cannot be activated  
simultaneously with “TWILIGHT” in “PROGRAM  
AE” (pg. 41).  
White Balance cannot be activated if the  
“SEPIA” or “MONOTONE” mode is activated.  
           
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NIGHT  
: Makes dark subjects or areas  
Program AE, Effects And Shutter  
Effects  
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.  
During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring  
the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use  
of a tripod is recommended.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 20)  
3 Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or  
“SHUTTER” in “FUNCTION” Menu. (pg. 32)  
The selected effect will be shown for approx. 2  
seconds before the camcorder returns to the  
menu screen.  
EFFECT  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
SEPIA  
: Recorded scenes have a brownish  
NOTES:  
tint like old photos.  
Shutter Effects cannot be used during “NIGHT”.  
When a subject is too bright or reflective, a  
vertical streak may appear (smear  
phenomenon). Smear phenomenon tends to  
occur when “SPORTS” or any mode of  
“SHUTTER 1/500 – 1/4000” is selected.  
MONOTONE  
: Like classic black and white  
films, your footage is shot in B/W.  
CLASSIC*  
: Gives recorded scenes a  
strobe effect.  
STROBE*  
:Your recording looks like a  
series of consecutive snapshots.  
PROGRAM AE  
MIRROR*  
: Creates a mirror image on the  
image on the other half.  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
SPORTS  
* Not available for still image recording.  
(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000):  
This setting allows fast-moving images to be  
captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable  
slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter  
speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use  
the shutter function under good lighting  
conditions.  
SHUTTER  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
SHUTTER 1/60: The shutter speed is  
fixed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that  
usually appear when shooting a TV screen  
become narrower.  
SHUTTER 1/100: The shutter speed is  
fixed at 1/100th of a second.The flickering that  
occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light  
or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.  
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.  
SHUTTER 1/500/SHUTTER 1/4000*:  
(Refer to PROGRAM AE - SPORTS  
mode.)  
* Not available for still image recording.  
TWILIGHT  
: Makes evening scenes look  
more natural. White Balance (pg. 39) is  
automatically set to “AUTO”. When Twilight is  
chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts  
the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity.  
From less than 10 m, adjust the focus  
manually.  
                         
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Dubbing Still Images Recorded On  
A Tape To A Memory Card  
Dubbing To A VCR  
To use this camcorder as a player  
Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a  
memory card.  
1 Following the illustration, pg. 23,  
“Connections To A TV Or VCR” , connect the  
camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors.  
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 16)  
2 Perform steps 1 - 6 (pg. 23)  
2 Load a memory card. (pg. 17)  
3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start  
recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s  
instruction manual.)  
3 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to the desired mode.  
(except “SLOW”, pg. 33, 35)  
4 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the  
“VIDEO”.  
VCR, then stop playback on the camcorder.  
5 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery  
pack. (pg. 13)  
6 Set “[T] [M] COPY” to “ON”. (pg. 35)  
To choose whether or not the following displays  
appear on the connected TV  
Date/time  
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF”  
(pg. 35). Or, press DISPLAY on the remote  
control to turn on/off the date indication.  
Time code  
Set “TIME CODE” to “OFF” or “ON”  
(pg. 35).  
Indications other than date/time and time code  
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/  
TV” (pg. 35).  
7 Press 6 to start playback.  
8 At the point you want to dub, press 6  
again to engage Still Playback.  
9 To dub the image, press SNAPSHOT.  
The “  
” indication appears during dubbing.  
NOTE:  
To use Playback Special effects with a video  
image you wish to dub, perform up to step 9 using  
the remote control. (pg. 24)  
           
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NOTES:  
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit  
Equipped With A DV 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.  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery  
pack. (pg. 13)  
If a blank portion or disturbed image is played  
back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing  
may stop so that an unusual image is not  
dubbed.  
Even though the DV cable is connected  
correctly, sometimes the image may not appear  
in step 4. If this occurs, turn off the power and  
make connections again.  
If “Playback Zoom” (pg. 25) or “Playback  
Special Effects” (pg. 25) is attempted or  
SNAPSHOT is pressed during playback, only  
the original playback image recorded on the  
tape is output from the DV IN/OUT connector.  
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the  
optional JVC VC-VDV204U or VC-VDV206U  
DV cable.  
To DV IN/OUT  
To use this camcorder as a recorder  
1 Make sure all units are turned off.  
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit  
equipped with a DV output connector using a  
DV cable as shown in the illustration.  
3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to  
To DV IN/OUT  
Core filter  
“PLAY”.  
4 Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP”.  
(pg. 35)  
5 Start playback on the player.  
6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to  
engage the Record-Pause mode.  
The “  
” indication appears on the  
DV IN  
screen.  
Video unit equipped with DV connector  
To use this camcorder as a player  
1 Make sure all units are turned off.  
7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press  
the Recording Start/Stop Button to start  
dubbing. The  
indication rotates.  
8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button  
again to stop dubbing. The  
stops rotating.  
indication  
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit  
equipped with a DV input connector using a DV  
cable as shown in the illustration.  
9 Press 7 to return to the normal playback  
mode.  
3 Start playback on the camcorder.  
(pg. 21)  
NOTE:  
Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode  
recorded on the original tape, regardless of the  
current “SOUND MODE” setting. (pg. 33)  
4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start  
recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video  
unit’s instruction manual.)  
COPY PROTECTED  
5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the  
video unit, then stop playback on this  
camcorder.  
Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is  
attempted while this camcorder is being used  
as a recorder.  
       
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[A] Using USB cable  
It is possible to transfer still images stored on a  
memory card to a PC.  
Connection To A Personal  
Computer  
[A] Using USB  
cable  
[B] Using DV  
[B] Using DV cable  
cable  
OR  
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.  
If you are using a Windows® XP, you can use  
Windows® Messenger to conduct video  
conferences over the Internet, using a  
camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the  
Windows® Messenger.  
To DV IN/OUT  
Core filter  
To USB  
NOTES:  
Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND  
USB CONNECTION GUIDE” for the bundled  
software and drivers.  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery pack.  
(pg. 13)  
Never connect the USB cable and the DV  
cable simultaneously to the camcorder.  
Connect only the cable you wish to use to  
the camcorder.  
DV cable  
(optional)  
USB cable  
(provided)  
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.  
To DV  
connector  
To USB  
connector  
or  
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.  
If, after connecting a DV cable to the camcoder  
and it doesn’t work, restart the camcoder.  
PC  
PC with DV connector  
When connecting the camcorder to a PC  
using a DV cable, make sure to follow the  
procedure below. Connecting the cable  
incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the  
camcorder and/or the PC.  
Connect the DV cable first to the PC, and  
then to the camcorder.  
Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly  
according to the shape of the DV connector.  
“USB” and/or “  
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  
” is displayed on the LCD  
monitor since this can result in product  
damage.  
     
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Audio Dubbing  
Insert Editing  
The audio track can be customized only when  
recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes.  
(pg. 33)  
You can record a new scene into a previously  
recorded tape, replacing a section of the  
original recording with minimal picture  
distortion at the in and out points. The original  
audio remains unchanged.  
Use the provided remote control.  
Speaker  
Use the provided remote control.  
NOTES:  
Before performing the following steps, make  
sure that “TIME CODE” for “DISPLAY” in both  
Recording and Playback Menus is set to “ON”.  
(pg. 34, 35)  
START/  
STOP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
STOP  
REW  
INSERT  
Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded  
in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.  
A.DUB  
Stereo  
Microphone  
1 Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point  
and press PAUSE (8). Confirm the time code  
at this point. (pg. 20)  
1 Play back the tape to locate the point where  
editing will start, then press PAUSE (8).  
2 Press REW (1) until the Edit-In point is  
2 While holding A. DUB ( ) on the remote  
control, press PAUSE (8). The “8 ” indicator  
appears.  
located, then press PAUSE (8).  
3 Press and hold INSERT ( ) on the remote  
control, then press PAUSE (8). The “8  
3 Press PLAY (3), then begin “narrating”.  
indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.)  
Speak into the microphone.  
appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause  
mode.  
To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (8).  
4 To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (8),  
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.  
then STOP (7).  
To hear the dubbed sound during playback  
Set “NARRATION” to “ON” or “MIX”  
(pg. 35).  
5 To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP,  
NOTES:  
Sound is not heard from the speaker during  
Audio Dubbing.  
then STOP (7) on the remote control.  
NOTES:  
When editing onto a tape that was recorded at  
12-BIT, the old and new soundtracks are  
recorded separately.  
If feedback or howling occurs during TV  
playback, move the camcorder’s microphone  
away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume.  
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects  
(pg. 41) can be used to spice up the scenes  
being edited during Insert Editing.  
During Insert Editing, the date and time  
information changes.  
If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space  
on the tape, the audio and video may be  
disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded  
areas.  
During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to  
scenes recorded in the LP mode or a blank  
portion, Insert Editing stops.  
         
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If, after following the steps in the chart below,  
the problem still exists, please consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
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The focus does not adjust automatically.  
Focus is set to the Manual mode.  
Set Focus to the Auto mode. (pg. 37)  
The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.  
Clean the lens and check the focus again.  
(pg. 37)  
No power is supplied.  
The power is not connected properly.  
Connect the AC Adapter securely. (pg. 13)  
The battery pack is not attached firmly.  
Detach the battery pack once again and re-  
attach it firmly. (pg. 14)  
The battery is dead.  
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged  
one. (pg. 13)  
The color of Snapshot looks strange.  
The light source or the subject does not include  
white. Or there are various different light  
sources behind the subject.  
Find a white subject and compose your shot so  
that it also appears in the frame. (pg. 37, 40)  
Recording cannot be performed.  
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the  
camcorder does not light during charging.  
The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.  
Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”.  
(pg. 16)  
Charging is difficult in places subject to  
extremely high/low temperatures.  
To protect the battery, it is recommended to  
charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C  
to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). (pg. 48)  
The battery pack is not attached firmly.  
Detach the battery pack once again and re-  
attach it firmly. (pg. 13)  
TAPE END” appears.  
Replace with new cassette. (pg. 16)  
The cassette holder cover is open.  
Close the cassette holder cover.  
When shooting a subject illuminated by  
bright light, vertical lines appear.  
This is not a malfunction.  
too slow.  
When the screen is under direct sunlight  
during shooting, the screen becomes red  
or black for an instant.  
When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes  
highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set  
to “AUTO”.  
If you want the lighting to look more natural, set  
“GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF”. (pg. 33)  
This is not a malfunction  
The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications  
blink.  
Images on the LCD monitor appear dark  
or whitish.  
Effects function that cannot be used together  
are selected at the same time.  
Re-read the sections covering Effects.  
(pg. 32)  
In places subject to low temperature, images  
become dark due to the characteristics of the  
LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction.  
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD  
monitor. (pg. 8, 15)  
When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light  
reaches the end of its service life, images on  
the LCD monitor become dark.  
The tape is moving, but there is no  
picture.  
Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to  
its VIDEO mode.  
Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate  
for video playback. (pg. 23)  
The cassette holder cover is open.  
Close the cassette holder cover. (pg. 16)  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
Picture does not appear on the LCD  
monitor.  
The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is  
set to “FINDER”.  
Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY”  
to “LCD”. (pg. 8, 34)  
Blocks of noise appear during playback,  
or there is no playback picture and the  
screen becomes blue.  
The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too  
dark.  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.  
(pg. 15)  
Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning  
cassette. (pg. 5)  
     
Appears if A. DUB ( ) on the remote control is  
pressed when the erase protection tab is set to  
“SAVE”. (pg. 45)  
EN  
47  
If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees,  
open the monitor fully. (pg. 8)  
Aspect ratio is strange  
INSERT ERROR!  
TAPE>  
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION  
TAB>  
If the aspect ratio of the video you are playing is  
strange, change the setting in “16:9 OUTPUT”.  
(pg. 34, 35)  
<CANNOT EDIT ON A BLANK PORTION>  
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape  
recorded in the LP mode. (pg. 45)  
Appears if INSERT ( ) on the remote control is  
pressed when the erase protection tab is set to  
“SAVE”. (pg. 45)  
The remote control does not work.  
“REMOTE” is set to “OFF”.  
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank  
portion of a tape. (pg. 45)  
Set “REMOTE” to “ON”. (pg. 34)  
The remote control does not point at the remote  
sensor.  
Point at the remote sensor. (pg. 24)  
The remote control batteries are exhausted.  
Replace the batteries with fresh ones.  
(pg. 24)  
MEMORY IS FULL  
Appears when the memory card’s memory is full  
and shooting is not possible.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
Appears when the date/time is not set.  
(pg. 15).  
The built-in clock battery has run out and the  
previously set date/time has been erased.  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer for  
replacement.  
Displays the battery remaining power.  
Remaining power level  
High  
Exhausted  
As the battery power comes close to nil, the  
battery remaining power indicator blinks.  
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns  
off automatically.  
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE  
REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY OR  
DC PLUG  
TAPE END  
Error indications 01, 02 or 06.  
Remedy: Remove and reattach the power supply  
or battery.  
Appears when the tape ends during recording or  
playback.  
LENS CAP  
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE  
EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE  
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if  
the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.  
Error indications 03 or 04.  
Remedy: Eject the cassette and reinsert.  
A. DUB ERROR!  
In the above 2 error indications, 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.  
<CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED  
TAPE>  
<CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING>  
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION  
TAB>  
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a  
blank portion of a tape. (pg. 45)  
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a  
tape recorded in the LP mode. (pg. 45)  
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a  
tape recorded in 16-BIT audio. (pg. 45)  
 
CAUTIONS  
EN  
48  
AC Adapter  
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries  
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have  
a large power capacity. However, when one is  
exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C/  
50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it  
may cease to function. If this happens, place  
the battery pack in your pocket or other  
warm, protected place for a short time, then  
re-attach it to the camcorder.  
When using the AC Adapter in areas other  
than the USA  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110V to  
240 V.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an  
AC wall outlet other than American National  
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug  
adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest  
JVC dealer.  
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 (50°F to 95°F)  
Operation: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage: –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
The lower the temperature, the longer  
recharging takes.  
Plug adapter  
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery  
pack.  
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:  
To avoid hazards  
...do not burn.  
...do not short-circuit the terminals. When  
transporting, make sure the provided battery  
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap  
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.  
...do not modify or disassemble.  
...do not expose the battery to temperatures  
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the  
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.  
...use only specified chargers.  
Terminals  
Cassettes  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be  
sure to read the following cautions:  
During use  
...make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV  
mark.  
...be aware that recording onto prerecorded  
tapes automatically erases the previously  
recorded video and audio signals.  
...make sure the cassette is positioned properly  
when inserting.  
...do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly  
without allowing the tape to run at all. This  
slackens the tape and can result in damage.  
...do not open the front tape cover. This exposes  
the tape to fingerprints and dust.  
Store cassettes  
...away from heaters or other heat sources.  
...out of direct sunlight.  
...where they won’t be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
...where they won’t be exposed to strong  
magnetic fields (such as those generated by  
motors, transformers or magnets).  
...vertically, in their original cases.  
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.  
         
CAUTIONS  
...in places subject to soot or steam such as near  
a cooking stove.  
EN  
49  
Memory Cards  
To properly use and store your memory cards,  
be sure to read the following cautions:  
During use  
...make sure the memory card bears the SD or  
MultiMediaCard mark.  
...make sure the memory card is positioned  
properly when inserting.  
While the memory card is being  
accessed (during recording, playback,  
deletion, initialization, etc.)  
...never unload the memory card and never turn  
off the camcorder.  
Store memory cards  
...away from heaters or other heat sources.  
...out of direct sunlight.  
...where they won’t be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
...in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
...near a television set.  
...near appliances generating strong magnetic or  
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
...in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C  
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)  
temperatures.  
DO NOT leave the unit  
...in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
...in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
...in direct sunlight.  
...in a closed car in summer.  
...near a heater.  
To protect the unit, DO NOT  
...allow it to become wet.  
...drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
...subject it to shock or excessive vibration during  
transportation.  
...keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
...expose the lens and viewfinder’s lens to direct  
sunlight.  
...carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder.  
...swing it excessively when using the hand strap  
or the grip.  
...swing the soft camera case excessively when  
the camcorder is inside it.  
Dirty heads can cause the following  
problems:  
...where they won’t be exposed to strong  
magnetic fields (such as those generated by  
motors, transformers or magnets).  
LCD Monitor  
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,  
DO NOT  
...push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
...place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on  
the bottom.  
To prolong service life  
...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
Be aware 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.  
...No picture during playback.  
Main Unit  
For safety, DO NOT  
...Blocks of noise appear during playback.  
...During recording or playback, the Head Clog  
Warning indicator “ ” appears.  
...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.  
...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.  
Avoid using the unit  
...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
 
CAUTIONS  
EN  
Mechanical moving parts used to move the  
video heads and video tape tend to become  
dirty and worn out over time. In order to  
50  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number  
Trade Name  
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS  
CORP.  
Address  
: GR-D790U  
: JVC  
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.  
: 1700 Valley Road  
Wayne, N. J. 07470  
Telephone Number : 973-317–5000  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following  
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause  
harmful interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
How To Handle A CD-ROM  
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror  
surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not  
write anything or put a sticker on either the front  
or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently  
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center  
hole.  
Do not use conventional disc cleaners or  
cleaning spray.  
Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror  
surface.  
Changes or modifications not approved by  
JVC could void the user’s authority to operate  
the equipment. This equipment has been  
tested and found to comply with the limits for  
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15  
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed  
to provide reasonable protection against  
harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses,  
and can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance with  
the instructions, may cause harmful  
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.  
interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference  
by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause severe  
damage to the video tape, and can lead to  
internal damage to the camcorder itself.  
CONDENSATION, OPERATION  
PAUSED PLEASE WAIT  
Appears if condensation occurs. When this  
indication is displayed, wait more than 1  
hour until condensation disappears.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Serious malfunctioning  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC  
dealer.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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.  
 
SPECIFICATIONS  
EN  
51  
Camcorder  
For Digital Video Camera  
Format  
For General  
Power supply  
DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Approx. 2.2 W (2.3 W*) (LCD monitor off,  
viewfinder on)  
Approx. 2.7 W (2.8 W*) (LCD monitor on,  
viewfinder off)  
DV format (SD mode)  
Signal format  
NTSC standard  
Recording/Playback format  
Video: Digital component recording  
Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel  
(12-BIT), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-BIT)  
Cassette  
Mini DV cassette  
Tape speed  
SP: 18.8 mm/s, LP: 12.5 mm/s  
Maximum recording time (using 80 min.  
cassette)  
Approx. 7.5 W (Maximum; when charging the  
battery pack)  
*
Using LED Light  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
61 mm x 94 mm x 114 mm (2-3/8" x 3-11/16" x  
4-1/2") (with the LCD monitor closed and the  
viewfinder pushed back in)  
Weight  
SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.  
For Digital Still Camera  
Storage media  
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard  
Compression system  
JPEG (compatible)  
File size  
Still image:  
640 x 480 pixels  
Approx. 410 g (0.90 lbs) (without battery, cassette  
and lens cap)  
Approx. 480 g (1.06 lbs) (incl. battery, cassette  
and lens cap)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
Picture quality  
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)  
Approximate number of storable images  
pg. 26  
35% to 80%  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
Pickup  
1/6" CCD  
For Connectors  
Lens  
AV  
F 2.0, f = 2.3 mm to 78.2 mm, 34:1 power zoom  
lens  
Filter diameter  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analog  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analog, stereo  
DV  
ø27 mm  
LCD monitor  
Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant  
USB  
2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active  
Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1 compliant  
matrix system  
Viewfinder  
Electronic viewfinder with 0.33" color LCD  
Speaker  
Monaural  
LED Light  
Effective distance: 1.5 m (5 ft)  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
AC 110 V to 240 V~, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
Output  
DC 11 V =, 1 A  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless  
otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and  
specifications subject to change without notice.  
   
TERMS  
Insert Editing ................. 45  
Iris Lock ......................... 38  
A
S
AC Adapter ....................14  
Audio Dubbing ...............45  
Auto/Manual Mode ........20  
Shutter Effects ...............41  
Sound Mode ............33, 35  
J
Journalistic Shooting ..... 19  
B
Backlight Compensation 39  
Battery Pack ......13, 14, 48  
Blank Search .................22  
Bright .................15, 34, 35  
L
............................ 8, 15  
C
Time Code .........20, 34, 35  
Tripod Mounting .............15  
Cam Reset .....................34  
Changing The Menu  
Settings ...........31 – 35  
Charging The Battery Pack  
.................................13  
Clock Adj. ..........15, 34, 35  
Connection To A Personal  
Computer ................44  
Connections To A TV Or  
VCR ........................23  
Control Level ...................7  
M
Manual Focus ............... 37  
Melody .......................... 34  
N
W
Night Alive ..................... 41  
Wind Cut ........................33  
D
O
Data Battery ...................14  
Date/Time Settings ........15  
Deleting Files .................29  
Demonstration Mode .....34  
Digital Image Stabilization  
(DIS) .......................32  
P
Playback Sound ............ 35  
Playback Special Effects 25  
Power-linked operation ... 8  
Priority ........................... 34  
Program AE .................. 41  
Protecting Files ............. 28  
16:9 Output ..............34, 35  
Digital Still Camera ........26  
DPOF Setting (Digital Print  
Order Format) ...29, 30  
Dual Cam .......................20  
Dubbing ...................41, 43  
Q
E
Quick Review ................ 18  
Effects ............................41  
Exposure Control ...........38  
R
Rec Mode ................ 33, 35  
Recording Capacity  
G
Memory Card ......... 26  
Tape ....................... 18  
Recording Media Selection  
................................ 33  
Remote Control ....... 24, 34  
Resetting The File Name 28  
Gain Up .........................33  
I
Image Size .....................33  
Index Playback ..............27  
Initializing A Memory Card  
.................................30  
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1106ASR-NF-MP  
 
Contents  
JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.......2  
Notice for Users ................................................. 4  
System Requirements........................................ 4  
Software Installation (Windows®)....................... 5  
Connecting (Windows®).....................................6  
Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card  
(Windows®) ................................................... 6  
Copying Files to the PC (Windows®) .................7  
Playing Back Files on the PC (Windows®)......... 8  
Disconnecting the USB cable (Windows®) ........ 8  
Connections (Macintosh) ................................... 9  
Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card  
ENGLISH  
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION  
AND USB CONNECTION  
GUIDE  
(Macintosh)....................................................9  
Copying Files to the PC (Macintosh) .................10  
Playing Back Files on the PC (Macintosh)......... 10  
Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh)......... 11  
User’s Guide/Help/Readme (Windows®) ...........11  
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Warranty) and 5 (Limited Liability) provided  
above will be replaced with those of the  
German version of this Agreement.  
CAUTION:  
Operate this equipment according to  
the operating procedures described in  
this manual.  
7 EXPORT CONTROL  
You agree that You will not ship, transfer  
or export the Program or underlying  
information and technology to any  
countries to which Japan and other  
relevant countries have initiated an  
embargo on such goods.  
Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never  
use any other CD-ROM to run this  
software.  
Do not attempt to modify this software.  
Changes or modifications not approved  
by JVC could void user’s authority to  
operate the equipment.  
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States of America (the “Government”),  
You acknowledge JVC’s representation  
that the Program is a “Commercial Item”  
as defined in Federal Acquisition  
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from the center hole.  
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used at FAR part 12.212 and is only  
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JVC grants all commercial end users  
pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.  
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(1) No modification, change, addition,  
deletion or other alternation of or to  
this Agreement will be valid unless  
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Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty,  
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from direct sunlight.  
You can find the latest information (in  
English) on the provided software  
program at our world wide web server at  
index-e.html  
Agreement, the remaining provisions  
will remain in full force and effect.  
— 3 —  
CPU: Intel® MMXTM Pentium®, at least  
200 MHz  
RAM: At least 64 MB  
Notice for Users  
Use of this software is authorized according  
to the terms of the software license.  
When contacting the nearest JVC office or  
agency in your country about this software  
(refer to the JVC Worldwide Service  
english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill  
out the following and have the appropriate  
information ready.  
Free hard disk space: At least 10 MB for  
installation, at least 500 MB recommended  
Connector: USB connector  
Display: Must be capable of displaying  
800 x 600 dots with 16-bit color  
Miscellaneous: Internet Explorer 5.5 or  
later  
Macintosh  
The following requirements must be  
satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC.  
Hardware: iMac, iBook, Power Mac G4 or  
G5, PowerBook G3 or G4, eMac, Mac Mini  
equipped with a USB connector  
OS: Mac OS X (10.2.8, 10.3.1 to 10.3.9,  
10.4.2 to 10.4.7)  
Product Name  
Model  
Problem  
Error Message  
Manufacturer  
RAM: At least 128 MB  
Model  
The system requirements information  
above is not a guarantee that the  
provided software will work on all  
personal computers meeting those  
requirements.  
If your PC does not meet the system  
requirements above, you can use the  
optional USB reader/writer CU-VUSD70,  
the PC card adapter CU-VPSD60 or the  
floppy disk adapter CU-VFSD50 to load  
the files in the memory card to the hard  
disk on your PC.  
Desktop  
Laptop  
CPU  
PC  
OS  
Memory  
MB  
MB  
Available Hard  
Disk Space  
Please note that it may take some time to  
respond to your questions, depending on  
their subject matter.  
JVC cannot answer questions regarding  
basic operation of your PC, or questions  
regarding specifications or performance  
of the OS, other applications or drivers.  
(Refer to “JVC Accessories” on our world  
english/accessory/)  
Windows® are either registered  
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or  
other countries.  
System Requirements  
Windows®  
The following requirements must be  
satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC  
and to use Digital Photo Navigator.  
OS: Windows® 2000 Professional (2000)  
(pre-installed), Windows® XP Home Edition  
(XP) (pre-installed), or Windows® XP  
Professional (XP) (pre-installed)  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of  
Apple Computer, Inc.  
Other product and company names  
included in this instruction manual are  
trademarks and/or registered trademarks  
of their respective holders.  
— 4 —  
Then, [Select Program Folder] screen  
appears.  
Software Installation  
(Windows®)  
Follow the procedure described below to  
install the software. Quit any other software  
you are using. (Check that there are no  
other application icons on the status bar.)  
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5  
This application is used to organize still  
images and convert them into a variety of  
formats.  
Click [Next].  
1
2
Load the provided CD-ROM into  
the PC.  
Follow the on screen  
instructions to complete the  
installation.  
[Setup Status] screen appears. Wait  
for a moment until the installation is  
finished.  
[License Agreement] screen appears.  
When the installation is finished,  
[Digital Photo Navigator Setup] screen  
appears and asks you if you want to  
create the icon on the desktop.  
Click [Yes].  
Then, [Choose Destination Location]  
screen appears.  
If you need it, click [Yes]. If not, click  
[No].  
NOTE:  
If you perform installation of a software that  
is already installed, uninstallation will start.  
In this case, perform the installation again  
after uninstallation is finished.  
Click [Next].  
— 5 —  
Connecting (Windows®)  
Viewing the Contents of a  
Memory Card (Windows®)  
Connecting the USB cable  
Connect the USB cable to copy still image  
files in a memory card to the PC.  
1
2
3
Make sure that there is a  
memory card in the camcorder.  
Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.  
To USB  
Camcorder  
Connector  
Set the camcorder’s Power  
Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button  
located on the switch.  
PC  
USB Cable  
The camcorder turns on.  
To USB  
4
5
Connect the camcorder to the  
PC with a USB cable. (pg. 6)  
On the camcorder’s LCD monitor  
[USB] appears.  
When using Windows® XP:  
The [Removable  
Disk] window  
appears on the  
PC’s screen  
after a moment.  
Select [Open  
folders to view  
files using  
Windows  
Explorer] and  
click [OK].  
NOTE:  
If the [Removable Disk] window does  
not appear, confirm the connection  
(pg. 6) or perform the steps 1 and  
2 below.  
Connector  
1
2
To assure safety, make sure all  
units are turned off before  
making any connections.  
Use the USB cable to connect  
the camcorder to the PC.  
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC  
Adapter as the power supply instead  
of the battery pack.  
When the USB cable is connected,  
turning on or off the camcorder or  
switching the VIDEO/MEMORY (DSC)  
mode on the camcorder causes  
malfunctions of the PC.  
If you connect the camcorder to the PC  
through a USB hub, compatibility issues  
between the hub and the PC may result in  
instability in the operation of the PC. If this  
happens, connect the camcorder directly  
to the PC, not through the hub.  
When using Windows® 2000:  
1 Double-click the [My Computer] icon  
on the desktop. The [Removable  
Disk] icon which represents the  
memory card in the camcorder  
appears in the [My Computer]  
window.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
— 6 —  
Copying Files to the PC  
(Windows®)  
Still image files that are stored in a memory  
card can be copied to the PC and played  
back on the PC.  
2 Double-click the [Removable Disk]  
icon.  
1
Perform the procedure in  
“Viewing the Contents of a  
Memory Card (Windows®)”  
(pg. 6).  
6
The folders in the memory  
card appear.  
DPOF setting data  
Still images  
The folders in the memory card  
appear.  
Different file types are stored in  
different folders.  
[DCIM]: Contains folders with still  
images (extension “.jpg”)  
[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF  
setting data  
2
3
Create a new folder, enter the  
folder name, and then double-  
click it.  
For example, create a new folder in  
the [My Pictures] folder.  
Select the folder to be copied,  
and then drag and drop that  
folder in the destination folder.  
NOTES:  
Saving the wrong kinds of files in a  
memory card or deleting files or folders  
from a memory card can cause  
problems with the operation of the  
camcorder. When it is necessary to  
delete a file from a memory card, delete  
it through the camcorder.  
Never disconnect the USB cable while  
” is displayed on the  
camcorder’s LCD monitor.  
If you are using a brand new memory  
card, you need to initialize the memory  
card with the camcorder first. You may  
not be able to copy files from the  
memory card to the PC without doing  
so.  
The file extension may not appear  
depending on the [FOLDER] option  
setting of Windows®.  
To copy still images: Copy the folder  
within the [DCIM] folder.  
” appears on the LCD  
monitor of the camcorder, and the  
folder is copied from the memory card  
to the PC.  
NOTE:  
Never disconnect the USB cable while  
” is displayed on the  
camcorder’s LCD monitor.  
— 7 —  
4
Click [OK].  
Playing Back Files on the PC  
(Windows®)  
Use an application that can handle the JPEG  
file format. To view a still image, double-click  
the still image file (extension “.jpg”).  
Windows® 2000: If a message  
indicating that the device can be safely  
removed appears, click [OK] and then  
click [Close].  
Disconnecting the USB cable  
(Windows®)  
Before loading or unloading memory cards  
or turning off the PC, first disconnect the  
USB cable and turn off the camcorder.  
*The model name depends on the  
connected camcorder.  
1
Confirm that “  
” is not  
currently displayed on the LCD  
monitor of the camcorder.  
5
6
Disconnect the USB cable.  
Set the camcorder’s Power  
Switch to “OFF”.  
The camcorder turns off.  
If “  
” is currently displayed,  
wait until it disappears before  
proceeding.  
2
Double-  
click the  
[Safely  
Remove Hardware] or [Unplug  
or Eject Hardware] icon in the  
status bar.  
The [Safely Remove Hardware] or  
[Unplug or Eject Hardware] dialog box  
appears.  
Windows® XP: If not, wait a while then  
go to step 5.  
3
Select [USB Mass Storage  
Device] or [USB Disk], and then  
click [Stop].  
The [Stop a Hardware device] dialog  
box appears.  
— 8 —  
Viewing the Contents of a  
Memory Card (Macintosh)  
Connections (Macintosh)  
Connect the USB cable to copy still image  
files in a memory card to the PC.  
1
2
Make sure that there is a  
memory card in the camcorder.  
Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch to  
To USB  
Camcorder  
Connector  
“MEMORY”.  
PC  
USB Cable  
3
4
Set the camcorder’s Power  
Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button  
located on the switch.  
Connect the camcorder to the  
PC with a USB cable. (pg. 9)  
On the camcorder’s LCD monitor  
[USB] appears. The memory card  
icon appears on the desktop.  
Depending on the type of OS used,  
iPhoto starts if the memory card  
contains a DCIM folder.  
Double-click the memory card  
icon on the desktop.  
The folders in the memory card  
appear.  
To USB  
Connector  
1
2
To assure safety, make sure all  
units are turned off before  
making any connections.  
Use the USB cable to connect  
the camcorder to the PC.  
5
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC  
Adapter as the power supply instead  
of the battery pack.  
When the USB cable is connected,  
turning on or off the camcorder or  
switching the VIDEO/MEMORY (DSC)  
mode on the camcorder causes  
malfunctions of the PC.  
If you connect the camcorder to the PC  
through a USB hub, compatibility issues  
between the hub and the PC may result  
in instability in the operation of the PC. If  
this happens, connect the camcorder  
directly to the PC, not through the hub.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
Still images  
DPOF Setting data  
Different file types are stored in  
different folders.  
[DCIM]: Contains folders with still  
images (extension “.jpg”)  
[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF  
setting data  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
— 9 —  
NOTES:  
Saving the wrong kinds of files in a  
memory card or deleting files or folders  
from a memory card can cause problems  
with the operation of the camcorder.  
When it is necessary to delete a file from  
a memory card, delete it through the  
camcorder.  
Playing Back Files on the PC  
(Macintosh)  
Use an application that can handle the  
JPEG file format. To view a still image,  
either double-click the still image file  
(extension “.jpg”), or drag and drop the file  
on the application icon.  
Never disconnect the USB cable while  
” is displayed on the  
camcorder’s LCD monitor.  
If you are using a brand new memory  
card, you need to initialize the memory  
card with the camcorder first. You may not  
be able to copy files from the memory  
card to the PC without doing so.  
Copying Files to the PC  
(Macintosh)  
Still image files that are stored in a memory  
card can be copied to the PC and played  
back on the PC.  
1
Double-click the  
memory card icon on  
the desktop.  
The folders in the memory  
card appear.  
2
3
Create a new folder, enter the  
folder name, and then double-  
click it.  
Select the folder to be copied,  
and then drag and drop that  
folder in the destination folder.  
To copy still images: Copy the folder  
within the [DCIM] folder.  
NOTE:  
Never disconnect the USB cable while  
” is displayed on the camcorder’s  
LCD monitor.  
— 10 —  
Disconnecting the USB cable  
(Macintosh)  
Before loading or unloading memory cards  
or turning off the PC, first disconnect the  
USB cable and turn off the camcorder.  
User’s Guide/Help/Readme  
(Windows®)  
This manual only refers to software  
installation and PC connection. For more  
details of each software, refer to its user’s  
guide/help/Readme.  
1
Drop the memory card  
icon on the desktop  
into the [Trash] icon.  
If the confirmation  
message appears, click  
[OK].  
Digital Photo Navigator  
The instruction manual is included on the  
CD-ROM in PDF format. Right-click the  
CD-ROM icon in [My Computer], then click  
[Open]. Double-click the [Docs] folder.  
Open the “Start.pdf” file and click the  
button of the desired language. Note that  
Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe®  
Reader® must be installed to read PDF  
files.  
2
Confirm that  
” is not  
currently displayed on  
the LCD monitor of the  
camcorder.  
Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from  
Adobe’swebsite:http://www.adobe.com/  
If “  
” is currently displayed,  
wait until it disappears before  
proceeding.  
3
4
Disconnect the USB cable.  
Set the camcorder’s Power  
Switch to “OFF”.  
The camcorder turns off.  
— 11 —  
EN  
Printed in Malaysia  
1106YDR-YG-MP  
M7D1  
© 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  

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