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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVX709ED
GR-DVX509ED
GR-DVX400ED
GR-DVX709SH
GR-DVX509SH
ENGLISH
Automatic Demonstration
8
GETTING STARTED
9
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
18
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
26
ADVANCED FEATURES
37
REFERENCES
80
TERMS
102
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English only):
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http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory
INSTRUCTIONS
The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available on
GR-DVX709 and GR-DVX509.
The camcorder
illustrations appearing in
this instruction manual are
of the GR-DVX709.
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Using This Instruction Manual
All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.
Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you...
...refer to the Index (
pg. 94 101) and familiarise yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
...read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and
precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 88 through 90 before use.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it down
and unplug it immediately. Continue using the
camcorder or AC Adapter under these
conditions could lead to fire or electric shock.
Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to
repair the malfunction yourself.
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
When you are not using the AC Adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
The rating information and safety caution of the
AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric
shock or damage to
the unit, first firmly
insert the small end
of the power cord
into the AC Adapter
until it is no longer
wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power
cord into an AC outlet.
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CAUTIONS:
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder
playback are possible anywhere.
Use the JVC BN-V306U/V312U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder
from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate
conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different
countries.)
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides
to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to hold the camcorder firmly in your hand, with the grip strap securely around your
wrist. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the
unit, or in a malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the
camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the
camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked "
" and memory cards* marked "
" or
"
" can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene...
... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark
.
... make sure you only use memory cards* with the mark
or
.
... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without
proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for
personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)
* Memory cards can be used with GR-DVX709/509 only.
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* Attach the battery mount cover to protect the battery connector when the battery pack is removed. For the
attachment/detachment, refer to "Charging The Battery Pack" (
pg. 10).
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or
more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to
the camcorder.
Provided Accessories
AC Adapter
GR-DVX709/509/400ED:
AP-V10ED or AP-V12ED
GR-DVX709/509SH:
AP-V10EG or AP-V12EG
Power Cord
Battery Pack
BN-V306U
Battery Mount Cover*
(Already attached on
the camcorder)
Remote Control Unit
RM-V717U
CD-ROM
AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
USB Cable
(GR-DVX709/509
only)
PC Connection
Cable
(GR-DVX400 only)
Memory Card 8 MB
(GR-DVX709/509 only)
(Already inserted in the
camcorder)
Lens Cap
(
pg. 7 for
attachment)
Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to
RCA plug)
Editing Cable
GR-DVX709/509:
Both plugs have 1 ring
around the pin.
GR-DVX400:
One plug has 3 rings
around the pin and
the other has 1 ring
around the pin.
Grip Belt
(
pg. 6 for
attachment)
Finger Support
(
pg. 6 for
attachment)
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