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ENGLISH
GR-D290
GR-D270
LYT1354-001A EN
TERMS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 ­ 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of
this product.
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
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GETTING STARTED
6
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
18
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
25
ADVANCED FEATURES
31
REFERENCES
47
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, 33)
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Wipe/Fader Effects
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make
pro-style scene transitions. (
pg. 41)
Program AE with Special Effects
For example, "SPORTS" mode allows fast-
moving images to be captured one frame at a
time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (
pg. 42)
LED Light
You can brighten the subject in the dark place
with the LED Light. (
pg. 37)
Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button
brightens the image darkened by backlight.
(
pg. 40)
You can also select a spot metering area so
that more precise exposure compensation
is available. (
pg. 40, Spot Exposure
Control)
Data Battery
You can check the battery status by simply
pressing the DATA button. (
pg. 14)
Live Slow
You can record and play back precious or
hard-to-see moments at a slow speed. The
sound is recorded and played back in real
time. (
pg. 37)
Major Features of this Camcorder
Fade in
Fade out
MAX TIME
LCD
min
min
FINDER
100%
50%
0%
BATTERY CONDITION
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U 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.)
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.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
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.
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.
This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains
a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated in your community
due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information please
contact your local authorities, or the Electronics
Industries Alliance:
<http://www.eiae.org>
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
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.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
10. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When a
cart is used, use
caution when
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.
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.)
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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CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
6
Index ................................................................. 6
Provided Accessories ..................................... 11
Power.............................................................. 13
Operation Mode .............................................. 14
Language Settings.......................................... 15
Date/Time Settings ......................................... 15
Grip Adjustment .............................................. 15
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................... 16
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ........... 16
Tripod Mounting.............................................. 16
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 16
Loading/Unloading A Memory Card................ 17
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
18
VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 18
Basic Recording.............................................. 18
Tape Remaining Time ................................ 18
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................... 18
Zooming...................................................... 19
Journalistic Shooting .................................. 19
Time Code .................................................. 19
Quick Review.............................................. 20
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...... 20
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 20
Normal Playback............................................. 20
Still Playback .............................................. 20
Shuttle Search ............................................ 21
Blank Search .............................................. 21
Connections To A TV Or VCR ........................ 22
Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D290
only)............................................................ 23
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING
& PLAYBACK
25
D.S.C. RECORDING............................................ 25
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot).................. 25
Interval Shooting......................................... 25
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .............................................. 26
Normal Playback Of Images ........................... 26
Auto Playback Of Images ............................... 27
Index Playback Of Files .................................. 27
Removing On-Screen Display ........................ 27
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. .................... 28
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A
Memory Card.............................................. 28
Resetting The File Name ................................ 28
Protecting Files ............................................... 28
Deleting Files .................................................. 29
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)........ 29
Initializing A Memory Card.............................. 30
ADVANCED FEATURES
31
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.................. 31
Changing The Menu Settings ......................... 31
Recording Menus............................................ 32
Playback Menus ............................................. 35
FEATURES FOR RECORDING............................... 37
LED Light ........................................................ 37
Live Slow ........................................................ 37
5-Second Recording ....................................... 37
Night-Alive ...................................................... 38
Snapshot (For Video Recording) .................... 38
Manual Focus ................................................. 38
Exposure Control ............................................ 39
Iris Lock .......................................................... 39
Backlight Compensation ................................. 40
Spot Exposure Control.................................... 40
White Balance Adjustment.............................. 40
Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 41
Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 41
Program AE With Special Effects ................... 42
EDITING............................................................ 43
Dubbing To A VCR ......................................... 43
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .............. 44
Connection To A Personal Computer ............. 45
Audio Dubbing (GR-D290 only) ...................... 46
Insert Editing (GR-D290 only)......................... 46
REFERENCES
47
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 47
USER MAINTENANCE......................................... 51
CAUTIONS ........................................................ 52
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 55
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