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GR-D47
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
5
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
10
ADVANCED FEATURES
14
REFERENCES
27
TERMS
39
To deactivate the demonstration, set
"DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 14, 16)
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained in the pages 2 3 to ensure
safe use of this product.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
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.
CAUTIONS:
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type
colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback
with a television of a different standard. However, live
recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are
possible anywhere.
Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs
and, to recharge them or 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.)
NOTES:
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution
are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
The rating information and safty caution of the AC
Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
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.)
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun.
This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of
fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage to
the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use
the provided strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by
the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in
dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette
holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as
they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It
could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the
camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the
camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
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This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video
cassette. Only cassettes marked "
" can be used with
this unit.
Before recording an important scene...
...make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark
.
...remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other
digital video formats.
...remember that this camcorder is intended for private
consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper
permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as
a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it
is strongly recommended that you obtain permission
beforehand.)
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CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
5
Provided Accessories ....................................................5
Power .............................................................................6
Grip Adjustment .............................................................7
Operation Mode .............................................................8
Date/Time Settings ........................................................8
Viewfinder Adjustment ...................................................8
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ..........................9
Tripod Mounting .............................................................9
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................................9
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
10
VIDEO RECORDING ........................................................10
Basic Recording ...........................................................10
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ........................................10
Tape Remaining Time ..................................................10
Zooming .......................................................................10
Journalistic Shooting ....................................................11
Self Recording .............................................................11
Time Code ...................................................................11
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape .......................11
VIDEO PLAYBACK ...........................................................12
Normal Playback ..........................................................12
Still Playback ................................................................12
Shuttle Search .............................................................12
Blank Search ................................................................12
Connections To A TV Or VCR .....................................13
ADVANCED FEATURES
14
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .............................. 14
Changing The Menu Settings ...................................... 14
Recording Menus ........................................................ 15
Playback Menus .......................................................... 17
FEATURES FOR RECORDING ........................................... 18
White LED Light .......................................................... 18
Night Scope ................................................................. 18
Wipe Or Fader Effects ................................................. 19
Program AE With Special Effects ................................ 19
Snapshot (For Video Recording) ................................. 20
Auto Focus .................................................................. 21
Manual Focus .............................................................. 21
Exposure Control ......................................................... 22
Iris Lock ....................................................................... 22
Backlight Compensation .............................................. 23
White Balance Adjustment .......................................... 23
Manual White Balance Adjustment ............................. 23
EDITING ........................................................................ 24
Dubbing To A VCR ...................................................... 24
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV
Connector (Digital Dubbing) .................................... 25
Connection To A Personal Computer .......................... 26
REFERENCES
27
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ........................................... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 28
CAUTIONS ..................................................................... 32
USER MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 34
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 35
INDEX ........................................................................... 36
TERMS
39
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GETTING STARTED
a AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V15E
b Power Cord
c Battery Pack BN-V408U-B
d Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
e Core Filter (for optional S-Video Cable.
pg. 6 for
attachment)
f Shoulder Strap (See the right column for attachment)
g Lens Cap (See the right column for attachment)
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.
How To Attach The Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach
the provided lens cap to
the camcorder as shown
in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on
correctly make sure the cap
is flush to the camcorder.
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap
Follow the illustration.
1 Thread the strap through the eyelet.
2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and
the buckle.
To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then tighten
the strap in the buckle.
3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.
Provided Accessories
or
Push.
Place here during
shooting.
1
2
3
Strap guide
Buckle
Eyelet
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