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GR-DF570
GR-DF470
GR-DF430
LYT1394-001A 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
The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are
of the GR-DF570.
The D.S.C (Digital Still Camera) features are available on
GR-DF570 and GR-DF470.
GETTING STARTED
6
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
19
28
ADVANCED FEATURES
37
REFERENCES
57
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 37, 40)
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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK (GR-DF570/470
only)
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Wipe/Fader Effects
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make
pro-style scene transitions. (
pg. 48)
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. 48)
Biphonic Recording/Playback*
Put on the Mic for Biphonic (connected to the
camcorder) to your ears like in-the-ear type
headphones during shooting, and activate
Biphonic feature during playback. No special
audio systems are not required and any
conventional TV, VCR, or stereo system is
enough to reproduce real three-dimensional
acoustic fields utilizing Biphonic Recording
and Playback features. (
pg. 24, 51)
Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button
brightens the image darkened by backlight.
(
pg. 46)
You can also select a spot metering area so
that more precise exposure compensation
is available. (
pg. 46, Spot Exposure
Control)
Navigation Function*
The Navigation Function helps you check
tape contents by making thumbnail images
on a memory card. (
pg. 49)
E-Mail Clip Recording*
You can record video clips on the memory
card as files which can be sent via e-mail.
(
pg. 32)
* GR-DF570/470 only
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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.
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
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.
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.
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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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 .............................................. 15
Language Settings.......................................... 16
Date/Time Settings ......................................... 16
Grip Adjustment .............................................. 16
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................... 16
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ........... 17
Tripod Mounting.............................................. 17
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 17
Loading/Unloading A Memory Card (GR-DF570/
470 only)..................................................... 18
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
19
VIDEO RECORDING ........................................... 19
Basic Recording.............................................. 19
Tape Remaining Time ................................ 19
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................... 19
Zooming...................................................... 20
Journalistic Shooting .................................. 20
Self Recording ............................................ 20
Time Code .................................................. 21
Quick Review.............................................. 21
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape...... 21
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................. 22
Normal Playback............................................. 22
Still Playback .............................................. 22
Shuttle Search ............................................ 22
Blank Search .............................................. 22
Connections To A TV Or VCR ........................ 23
Biphonic Playback (GR-DF570/470 only) ....... 24
Playback Using The Remote Control.............. 25
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING
& PLAYBACK (GR-DF570/470 only)
28
D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-DF570/470 only) ......... 28
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot).................. 28
Interval Shooting......................................... 29
D.S.C. PLAYBACK (GR-DF570/470 only)............ 30
Normal Playback Of Images ........................... 30
Auto Playback Of Images ............................... 30
Playback Of Video Clips ................................. 30
Index Playback Of Files .................................. 31
Viewing File Information ................................. 31
Removing On-Screen Display ........................ 31
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF570/470
only) ................................................................ 32
E-Mail Clip Recording ..................................... 32
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A
Memory Card.............................................. 33
Resetting The File Name ................................ 33
Protecting Files ............................................... 33
Deleting Files .................................................. 34
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)........ 35
Initialising A Memory Card.............................. 36
ADVANCED FEATURES
37
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.................. 37
Changing The Menu Settings ......................... 37
Recording Menus............................................ 38
Playback Menus ............................................. 41
FEATURES FOR RECORDING............................... 43
LED Light (GR-DF570/470 only)..................... 43
Live Slow (GR-DF570/470 only) ..................... 43
5-Second Recording ....................................... 43
Night-Alive ...................................................... 44
Snapshot (For Video Recording) .................... 44
Manual Focus ................................................. 45
Exposure Control ............................................ 45
Iris Lock .......................................................... 46
Backlight Compensation ................................. 46
Spot Exposure Control.................................... 46
White Balance Adjustment.............................. 47
Manual White Balance Adjustment................. 47
Wipe Or Fader Effects .................................... 48
Program AE With Special Effects ................... 48
Navigation Function (GR-DF570/470 only)..... 49
Biphonic Recording (GR-DF570/470 only) ..... 51
EDITING............................................................ 52
Dubbing To Or From A VCR........................... 52
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .............. 53
Connection To A Personal Computer ............. 54
Audio Dubbing ................................................ 55
Insert Editing................................................... 56
REFERENCES
57
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 57
USER MAINTENANCE......................................... 61
CAUTIONS ........................................................ 62
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 65
TERMS
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