JVC GR D372U 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  
2 – 5 to ensure safe use of this  
product.  
ENGLISH  
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA  
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GETTING STARTED  
GR-D372U  
VIDEO RECORDING &  
PLAYBACK  
19  
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA  
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &  
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for  
Digital Video Camera:  
PLAYBACK  
24  
29  
42  
51  
For Accessories:  
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. 29, 32)  
INSTRUCTIONS  
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LYT1624-001A  
EN  
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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.)  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
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.  
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  
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.  
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.)  
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO  
RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
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.  
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.  
CAUTION!  
The following notes concern possible physical  
damage to the camcorder and to the user.  
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.)  
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.  
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!  
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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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.  
EN  
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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.  
Before Using This Camcorder  
Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini  
DV mark  
Make sure you only use memory cards with the  
mark or  
.
.
QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
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.  
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.)  
Before recording important video, be sure to  
make a trial recording.  
Play back your trial recording to make sure the  
video and audio have been recorded properly.  
We recommend cleaning your video heads  
before use.  
If you haven’t used your camcorder for a while, the  
heads may 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.  
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.  
It is recommended that you use JVC brand  
cassette tapes.  
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.  
Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 47 – 49.  
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Major Features of this Camcorder  
Wipe/Fader Effects  
You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make  
pro-style scene transitions. (pg. 37)  
Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button  
brightens the image darkened by backlight.  
(pg. 36)  
You can also select a spot metering area  
Fade in  
so that more precise exposure  
compensation is available. (pg. 36, Spot  
Exposure Control)  
Fade out  
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects  
For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast-  
moving images to be captured one frame at a  
time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (pg. 38)  
Data Battery  
You can check the battery status by simply  
pressing the DATA button. (pg. 14)  
BATTERY CONDITION  
MAX TIME  
100%  
LCD  
min  
min  
50%  
0%  
FINDER  
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. 33)  
LED Light  
You can brighten the subject in the dark place  
with the LED Light. (pg. 33)  
Auto Button  
You can change the recording mode between  
manual setting to the standard mode setting  
of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO  
button.  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
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GETTING STARTED  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....................... 18  
Loading/Unloading A Memory Card ............... 18  
Backlight Compensation................................. 36  
Spot Exposure Control ................................... 36  
Wipe Or Fader Effects.................................... 37  
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder...................... 19  
Blank Search .............................................. 22  
Connections To A TV Or VCR........................ 23  
REFERENCES  
42  
USER MAINTENANCE......................................... 46  
CAUTIONS ........................................................ 47  
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 50  
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING  
& PLAYBACK  
24  
TERMS  
51  
D.S.C. RECORDING............................................ 24  
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ................. 24  
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .............................................. 24  
Normal Playback Of Images........................... 24  
Auto Playback Of Images............................... 25  
Index Playback Of Files.................................. 25  
Removing On-Screen Display ........................ 25  
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. .................... 26  
Resetting The File Name................................ 26  
Protecting Files............................................... 26  
Deleting Files.................................................. 27  
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ....... 27  
Initializing A Memory Card.............................. 28  
GETTING STARTED  
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Index  
16:9  
GETTING STARTED  
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Controls  
Indicators  
1Rewind Button [1] (pg. 21)  
Left Button [1]  
POWER/CHARGE Lamp (pg. 13, 19)  
Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW]  
(pg. 21)  
2Set Button [SET] (pg. 16)  
Data Battery Button [DATA] (pg. 14)  
3Stop Button [7] (pg. 21)  
Down Button [4]  
Backlight Compensation  
Button [BACKLIGHT]  
4VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (pg. 15)  
5Play/Pause Button [6] (pg. 21)  
Up Button [3]  
Card Cover [  
Battery Pack Mount (pg. 13)  
Shoulder Strap Eyelet (pg. 12)  
Speaker (pg. 21)  
Lens  
LED Light  
Camera Sensor  
Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] (pg. 34)  
6Wide (16:9) Button [16.9] (pg. 33)  
Blank Search [BLANK] (pg. 22)  
7Menu Button [MENU] (pg. 29)  
8Fast-Forward Button [¡] (pg. 21)  
Right Button [2]  
Night Button [NIGHT] (pg. 33)  
9Index Button [INDEX] (pg. 25)  
LED Light Button [LIGHT]  
Stud Hole (pg. 17)  
Tripod Mounting Socket (pg. 17)  
Cassette Holder Cover (pg. 18)  
Memory Card Slot  
!Diopter Adjustment Control (pg. 17)  
"Auto Button [AUTO] (pg. 15)  
#Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]  
(pg. 24, 34)  
Live Slow Button (pg. 29, 33)  
$Power Zoom Lever [T/W] (pg. 20)  
Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, –]  
(pg. 21)  
%Battery Release Button [PUSH BATT.]  
(pg. 13)  
&Recording Start/Stop Button (pg. 19)  
(Power Switch [REC, PLAY, OFF] (pg. 15)  
)Lock Button (pg. 15)  
~Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT]  
(pg. 18)  
Connectors  
The connectors are located beneath the covers.  
+USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector  
(pg. 41)  
,DigitalVideo Connector [DV IN/OUT] (i.LINK*)  
(pg. 40, 41)  
*
i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry  
specification and extensions thereof. The logo  
is used for products compliant with the i.LINK  
standard.  
-Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]  
(pg. 23, 39)  
.DC Input Connector [DC] (pg. 13)  
GETTING STARTED  
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10  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications  
During Video Recording Only  
2 3 4  
5
1
LP  
– – –min  
16:9  
7
PAUSE  
W
H
"
!
SOUND 12BIT  
11:13 AM  
DEC. 6.2006  
15:55  
1Battery Remaining Power Indicator  
(pg. 44)  
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2Operation Mode (pg. 15)  
: Auto Mode  
: Manual Mode  
3LED Light Indicator (pg. 33)  
1Tape Running Indicator (pg. 19)  
(Rotates while tape is running.)  
2Selected Wide Mode Indicator (pg. 33)  
3
: Live Slow Indicator (pg. 33)  
4
: Night-Alive Indicator (pg. 33)  
4Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (pg. 30)  
(only LP indicator is displayed)  
5Tape Remaining Time (pg. 19)  
6REC: (Appears during recording.) (pg. 19)  
PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby  
mode.) (pg. 19)  
SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow.)  
(pg. 33)  
7Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator  
(pg. 37)  
8Date/Time (pg. 31)  
9Time Code (pg. 31, 32)  
!Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) (pg. 30)  
"SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator  
(pg. 30) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds  
after turning on the camcorder.)  
: Gain Up Mode (pg. 31)  
5Shutter Speed  
6White Balance Indicator (pg. 36)  
7Selected Effect Indicator  
8Selected Program AE Indicator (pg. 38)  
9Approximate Zoom Ratio (pg. 20)  
!Zoom Indicator (pg. 20)  
"Shooting Icon (pg. 24)  
(Appears and blinks during shooting.)  
#Card Icon (pg. 24)  
: Appears during shooting.  
: Blinks in white when a memory card is  
not loaded.  
: Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is  
reading the data in the memory card.  
PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)  
(pg. 24, 34)  
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator  
(pg. 36)  
$
%
During D.S.C. Recording Only  
2
3
: Backlight Compensation Indicator  
(pg. 36)  
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (pg. 35)  
Iris Lock Indicator (pg. 35)  
640  
15  
&Wind Cut Indicator (pg. 31)  
(Date (pg. 16)  
)Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 34)  
1Image Size: 640 (640 x 480) (pg. 32)  
2Picture Quality: (FINE) and  
(STANDARD) (in order of quality) (pg. 32)  
3Remaining Number Of Shots (pg. 24)  
(Displays the approximate remaining number  
of shots that can be stored during D.S.C.  
recording.)  
GETTING STARTED  
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11  
During Video Playback  
1
1
2
34  
5
LP  
100-0013  
12B I T / M I X  
L
BRIGHT  
– 5  
BLANK SEARCH  
PUSH "STOP" BUTTON  
TO CANCEL  
3
2
VOLUME  
2Operation Mode Indicator (pg. 25)  
11  
.
:
13 AM  
20 : 21 : 25  
DE C  
6
.
2006  
8
6
Viewfinder) (pg. 17).  
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1Battery Remaining Power Indicator  
(pg. 44)  
2Sound Mode Indicator (pg. 32)  
3Blank Search Indicator (pg. 22)  
4Tape Speed (SP/LP) (pg. 32)  
(only LP indicator is displayed)  
53: 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  
6Date/Time (pg. 32)  
7VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator (pg. 21)  
BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD  
monitor/Viewfinder) (pg. 17)  
8Time Code (pg. 32)  
GETTING STARTED  
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12  
How To Attach The Shoulder Strap  
Follow the illustration.  
Provided Accessories  
1 Thread the strap through the eyelet.  
2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap  
To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then  
tighten the strap in the buckle.  
OR  
guide and the buckle.  
3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.  
Strap guide  
2
Buckle  
1 AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V18U  
2 Battery Pack BN-VF707U  
3 Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)  
4 USB Cable  
5 Core Filter (for USB cable, see the right  
column for attachment)  
6 CD-ROM  
7 Shoulder Strap (see the right column for  
attachment)  
8 Lens Cap (see the bottom for attachment)  
3
1
Eyelet  
How To Attach The Core Filter  
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core  
NOTES:  
filter reduces interference.  
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.  
1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the  
core filter.  
Make sure to use the provided cables for  
connections. Do not use any other cables.  
Stopper  
2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving  
approx. 3 cm (1-3/16") of cable between the  
cable plug and the core filter.  
Wind the cable once around the outside of the  
core filter as shown in the illustration.  
How To Attach The Lens Cap  
To protect the lens, attach  
the provided lens cap to the  
camcorder as shown in the  
illustration.  
Core filter  
3 cm (1/3-1/16")  
NOTE:  
To confirm the lens cap is on  
correctly make sure the cap is  
flush to the camcorder.  
Wind once.  
3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.  
NOTES:  
Place here during  
shooting.  
Take care not to damage the cable.  
When connecting a cable, attach the end with the  
core filter to the camcorder.  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
13  
To detach the battery pack  
Power  
Slide the battery pack upward while pressing  
PUSH BATT. to detach it.  
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system  
lets you choose the most appropriate source of  
power. Do not use provided power supply units  
with other equipment.  
Battery pack  
BN-VF707U*  
Charging time  
Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
Approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.  
Approx. 5 hrs. 40 min.  
BN-VF714U  
BN-VF733U  
* Provided  
Charging The Battery Pack  
Battery pack mount  
NOTES:  
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. Using  
generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage  
to the internal charging circuitry.  
PUSH  
BATT.  
Battery  
pack  
1
If the protective cap is attached to the battery  
pack, remove it first.  
During charging, the camcorder cannot be  
operated.  
2
Arrow  
POWER/  
CHARGE  
lamp  
Charging is not possible if the wrong type of  
battery is used.  
To DC connector  
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.  
Power switch  
If a fully charged battery pack is attached to the  
unit, the POWER/CHARGE lamp does not blink to  
indicate that charging is not performed.  
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.  
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity  
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to  
use it only in well-ventilated areas.  
AC Adapter  
To AC outlet  
1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.  
2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing  
downward, push the battery pack slightly against  
the battery pack mount 1.  
Using the optional AA-VF7 Battery Charger, you  
can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U  
battery pack without the camcorder.  
3 Slide down the battery pack until it locks in  
place 2.  
After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby  
mode with the cassette inserted and no operation  
is performed (“PAUSE” indicator may not appear),  
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.  
4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.  
5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The  
POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder  
blinks to indicate charging has started.  
6 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.  
GETTING STARTED  
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14  
Using The Battery Pack  
Using AC Power  
Perform steps 2 3 in “Charging The Battery  
Perform step 4 in “Charging The Battery Pack”.  
Pack”.  
NOTE:  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to  
240 V.  
Maximum continuous recording time  
LCD monitor  
Battery pack  
Viewfinder on  
on  
1 hr. 30 min.  
3 hrs.  
About Batteries  
BN-VF707U*  
BN-VF714U  
BN-VF733U  
* Provided  
NOTES:  
1 hr. 40 min.  
3 hrs. 25 min.  
8 hrs.  
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.  
7 hrs.  
Recording time is reduced significantly under the  
following conditions:  
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged  
repeatedly.  
To resume the original function of the  
accurate battery power indication  
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.  
If the battery power indication differs from the  
actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and  
then run it down. However this function may not  
turn back if the battery was used for a long period  
of time under extremely high/low temperature  
condition or charged too many times.  
ATTENTION:  
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.  
Data Battery System  
You can check the remaining battery power and  
the recordable time.  
1) Make sure the battery is attached and the  
Power Switch is set to “OFF”.  
2) Open the LCD monitor fully.  
3) Press DATA, and the battery status screen  
appears.  
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.  
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.  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
15  
Auto/Manual Mode  
Operation Mode  
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch  
to any operation mode except “OFF” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
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 :  
manual adjustments.  
Lock Button  
POWER/  
CHARGE lamp  
VIDEO/  
MEMORY  
AUTO  
MENU  
Manual Mode :  
Manual recording is possible by setting various  
functions.  
Power Switch  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
Choose the appropriate operation mode  
according to your preference using the Power  
Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.  
Power-Linked Operation  
Power Switch Position  
When the Power Switch is set to “REC”, you can  
also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/  
closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in  
the viewfinder.  
REC:  
Allows you to perform recording on the tape.  
Allows you to set various recording functions  
using the menus. (pg. 29)  
INFORMATION:  
OFF:  
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.  
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.  
PLAY:  
Allows you to play back a recording on the  
tape.  
Allows you to display a still image stored in  
the memory card or to transfer a still image  
stored in the memory card to a PC.  
Allows you to set various playback functions  
using the Menus. (pg. 29)  
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position  
VIDEO:  
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a  
tape. If “REC SELECT” is set to “  
/
(pg. 32), still images are recorded both on  
the tape and the memory card.  
MEMORY:  
Allows you to record in a memory card or  
access data stored in a memory card.  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
16  
Language Settings  
Date/Time Settings  
The language on the display can be changed.  
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all  
times, but its display can be turned on or off  
during playback. (pg. 31, 32)  
(pg. 29, 31)  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
1 Perform steps 1 5 in “Language Settings”  
(on the left column)  
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (pg. 19)  
3 Set the recording mode to “ ”.(pg. 15)  
4 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
5 Press 3, 4, 2or 1to  
2 Press 3, 4, 2or 1to select “CLOCK ADJ.,  
and press SET. The date display format is  
highlighted.  
3 Press 3or 4to select the desired date  
display format, then press SET or 2. Select from  
“MONTH.DATE.YEAR”, “DATE.MONTH.YEAR”  
or “YEAR.MONTH.DATE”.  
select “DISPLAY”, and  
press SET. The DISPLAY  
Menu appears.  
LANGUAGE  
6 Press 3, 4, 2or 1to  
select “LANGUAGE”, and  
press SET.  
4 Press 3or 4to select the time display  
format, then press SET or 2. Select from “24h”  
or “12h”.  
7 Press 3or 4to select  
the desired language,  
and press SET or 2.  
Press 1whenever you  
want to return to the  
5 Set the year, month, date, hour and minute.  
Press 3or 4to select the value, then press SET  
or 2. Repeat this step until you have input all the  
settings.  
LANGUAGE  
ENGLISH  
FRANÇAIS  
ESPAÑOL  
NOTE:  
previous menu screen.  
PORTUGUÊS  
Press 1to return to the previous setting.  
8 Press MENU. The  
6 Press MENU.The Menu  
Menu Screen closes.  
CLOCK ADJ  
.
screen closes.  
MONTH . DATE . YEAR  
12h  
DEC . 06 . 2 006  
07 : 05 AM  
Grip Adjustment  
1 Adjust the velcro strip.  
2 Pass your right hand  
through the loop and grasp  
the grip.  
3 Adjust your thumb and  
fingers through the grip to  
easily operate the  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button, Power Switch and  
Power Zoom Lever. Be  
sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
17  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
Brightness Adjustment Of The  
Display  
1 Set the Power Switch  
to “REC” or “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
3
2
2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and  
locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it  
manually for best viewability.  
Button located on the  
switch.  
1
3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
Example:  
2 Open the LCD monitor  
4
fully. (pg. 19)  
To adjust the brightness of  
the viewfinder, pull out the  
viewfinder fully and set  
“PRIORITY” to “FINDER”  
(pg. 29, 31).  
MENU  
3 Press MENU. The  
BRIGHT  
– 5  
Menu Screen appears. If  
you are in Playback mode,  
please proceed to Step 5.  
4 Press 3, 4, 2or 1to select “DISPLAY”, and  
press SET. The DISPLAY Menu appears.  
Diopter Adjustment Control  
5 Press 3, 4, 2or 1to select “BRIGHT”, and  
press SET. The Menu Screen closes and the  
brightness control menu appears.  
CAUTION:  
When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to  
pinch your fingers.  
6 Press 3or 4until the appropriate brightness  
is reached and press SET or 2.  
7 Press MENU. The menu screen closes.  
Tripod Mounting  
To attach the 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.  
Some tripods are not  
equipped with studs.  
GETTING STARTED  
EN  
18  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load  
or eject a cassette.  
Loading/Unloading A Memory  
Card  
Card Cover (  
)
OPEN/EJECT  
Cassette holder  
cover  
PUSH  
Memory card  
(optional)  
Write/erase protection tab  
Clipped edge  
1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.  
).  
Erase  
protection tab  
Cassette holder  
2 Open the card cover (  
Make sure the window side  
is facing out.  
3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with  
its clipped edge first.  
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.  
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.  
Do not touch internal components.  
2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH” to  
4 Close the card cover.  
close the cassette holder.  
To protect valuable files (available only for  
SD Memory Card)  
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.  
Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side  
of the memory card in the direction of “LOCK”.  
This prevents the memory card from being  
recorded over. To record on this memory card,  
slide the tab back to the position opposite to  
“LOCK” before loading it.  
NOTES:  
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. 28)  
3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it  
locks into place.  
To protect valuable recordings  
Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the  
tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the  
tape from being recorded over. To record on this  
tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading it.  
ATTENTION:  
Do not insert or remove the memory card while the  
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the  
memory card to be corrupted or cause the  
camcorder to become unable to recognize whether  
or not the card is installed.  
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.  
When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a  
cold place to a warm environment, wait a short  
time before opening the cassette holder cover.  
VIDEO RECORDING  
EN  
19  
When a blank portion is left between recorded  
Basic Recording  
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. 21).  
NOTE:  
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed  
below:  
To turn the melody sounds off, pg. 31.  
Power (pg. 13)  
Loading A Cassette (pg. 18)  
Tape Remaining Time  
Approximate tape remaining  
time appears on the display.  
“– – – min” means the  
camcorder is calculating the  
remaining time. When the  
VIDEO/MEMORY  
Zoom Lever  
remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication  
starts blinking.  
POWER/CHARGE Lamp  
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.  
Lock Button  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder  
While using the LCD monitor:  
1 Remove the lens cap. (pg. 12)  
2 Open the LCD monitor fully.  
Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull  
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
on the end  
of the LCD monitor and open the  
4 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the  
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.  
LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270° (90°  
downward, 180° upward).  
PAUSE” is displayed.  
To record in LP (Long Play) mode, pg. 30.  
5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/  
Stop Button. “  
REC” appears on the display  
while recording is in progress.  
6 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/  
Stop Button again.The camcorder re-enters the  
Record-Standby mode.  
While using the viewfinder:  
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and  
locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.  
Approximate recording time  
NOTES:  
Recording mode  
Tape  
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. 29, 31)  
SP  
LP  
45 min.  
30 min.  
60 min.  
80 min.  
30 min.  
60 min.  
80 min.  
90 min.  
120 min.  
Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD  
monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a  
malfunction. (pg. 43)  
NOTES:  
If the Record-Standby mode continues for  
5 minutes and no operation is performed  
(“  
PAUSEindicator may not appear), 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  
20  
Zooming  
Journalistic Shooting  
Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an  
instantaneous change in image magnification.  
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°  
Zoom In  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.  
Zoom Out  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.  
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the  
quicker the zoom action.  
Zoom in (T:Telephoto)  
upward).  
1
x
10  
x
20  
x
40  
x
During recording, a time code is recorded on the  
tape. This code is to confirm the location of the  
recorded scene on the tape during playback.  
Display  
Zoom out (W:Wide angle)  
10  
x
Minutes  
Digital zoom zone  
32X (optical) zoom zone  
Seconds  
Frames*  
(30 frames = 1 second)  
12 : 34 : 24  
Approximate zoom ratio  
NOTES:  
* Frames are not displayed during recording.  
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming.  
In this case, set the zoom while in Record-  
Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus  
(pg. 34), then zoom in or out in Record mode.  
Zooming is possible to a maximum of 900X, or it  
can be switched to 32X magnification using the  
optical zoom. (pg. 30)  
Zoom magnification of over 32X is done through  
Digital image processing, and is therefore called  
Digital Zoom.  
During Digital zoom, the quality of image may  
suffer.  
Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.  
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. 21) in the following  
cases;  
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.  
When shooting using a partially recorded tape.  
When shooting on a blank portion located partway  
through the tape.  
When shooting again after shooting a scene then  
opening/closing the cassette holder cover.  
Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to  
the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom  
Lever is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE  
MACRO” in FUNCTION Menu on page 30.  
When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom  
out first. If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the  
camcorder may automatically zoom out  
depending on the distance between the  
camcorder and the subject. This will not occur  
when “TELE MACRO” is set to “ON”. (pg. 30)  
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
21  
NOTES:  
Normal Playback  
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. 32)  
¡
VOL. +/–  
Lock Button  
6
1
Speaker  
Quick Review  
Enables to check the end of the last recording.  
1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording-  
Standby mode.  
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.  
VIDEO/  
MEMORY  
MENU  
7
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 18)  
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape  
1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search  
(pg. 22) to find the spot at which you want to  
start recording, then engage the Still Playback  
mode. (See the right column.)  
2) Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch,  
then start recording.  
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.  
To control the speaker volume  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–) towards  
“+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn  
down the volume.  
NOTES:  
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD  
monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.  
(pg. 23)  
If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power  
is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off  
automatically. To turn on again, set the Power  
Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”.  
When a cable is connected to the AV connector,  
the sound is not heard from the speaker.  
Still Playback  
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.  
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
EN  
22  
Shuttle Search  
Blank Search  
Allows high-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 code  
interruption. (pg. 20)  
1) During playback, press ¡ for forward  
search, or 1 for reverse search.  
1 Load a cassette. (pg. 18)  
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.  
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
A slight mosaic effect appears on the display  
during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.  
4 Press BLANK.  
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.  
ATTENTION:  
During Shuttle Search, parts  
of the picture may not be  
clearly visible, particularly on  
the left side of the screen.  
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.  
If the beginning or end of the tape is reached  
during Blank Search, the camcorder stops  
automatically.  
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.  
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
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.  
To AV  
connector  
4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set  
the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
6 Start playback on the camcorder. (pg. 21)  
To choose whether or not the following  
displays appear on the connected TV  
Date/Time  
Audio/Video cable  
(provided)  
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF”.  
(pg. 29, 32)  
Time Code  
Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF”.  
(pg. 29, 32)  
Indications other than date/time and time code  
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”.  
(pg. 29, 32)  
TV  
VCR  
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery pack.  
(pg. 14)  
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.  
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.  
D.S.C. RECORDING  
EN  
D.S.C. PLAYBACK  
24  
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot)  
Images shot with the camcorder are  
You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still  
Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are  
stored in the memory card.  
automatically numbered, then stored in  
numerical order in the memory card.You can  
view the stored images, one at a time, much like  
NOTE:  
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed  
below:  
2
6
Lock Button  
Power (pg. 13)  
Loading a Memory Card (pg. 18)  
1
Power Switch  
Lock Button  
Power Switch  
VIDEO/  
VIDEO/  
MEMORY  
MEMORY  
MENU  
7
1 Remove the lens cap.  
1 Load a memory card. (pg. 18)  
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (pg. 19)  
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“MEMORY”.  
“MEMORY”.  
3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
4 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing  
down the Lock Button located on the switch.  
To change the Picture Quality, pg. 29, 32.  
A stored image is displayed.  
5 Press SNAPSHOT. The  
PHOTO” indication  
appears while the snapshot is being taken.  
To delete unwanted still images, refer to “Deleting  
Files”. (pg. 27)  
4 Press 1to display the previous file. Press 2to  
display the next file.  
NOTE:  
When you do not want to hear the shutter sound,  
set “MELODY” to “OFF”. (pg. 29, 31)  
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.  
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.  
Approximate Number of Storable Images  
The number increases or decreases depending  
on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.  
SD Memory Card*  
Image Size/Picture  
Quality  
8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB  
640 x 480/FINE  
47  
95 205 425  
640 x 480/STANDARD  
160 295 625 1285  
MultiMediaCard*  
Image Size/Picture  
Quality  
8 MB 16 MB 32 MB  
640 x 480/FINE  
55  
105  
320  
215  
645  
640 x 480/STANDARD  
190  
*
Optional  
D.S.C. PLAYBACK  
EN  
25  
Auto Playback Of Images  
You can run through all the images stored in  
memory card automatically.  
Removing On-Screen Display  
Images”.  
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images”.  
3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to select “ON SCREEN”,  
and press SET. The ON SCREEN Menu  
appears.  
2 Press 6 to start Auto Playback.  
If you press 1during Auto Playback, files are  
displayed in descending order.  
If you press 2during Auto Playback, files are  
displayed in ascending order.  
4 Press 4or 3to select “OFF”, and press SET  
or 2, then press MENU. The operation mode  
indicator, folder/file number and battery  
remaining power indicator disappear.  
To end Auto Playback, press 7.  
To display the indicators again, select “ON”.  
Folder/file number  
Index Playback Of Files  
You can view several different files stored in the  
memory card at a time. This browsing capability  
makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images”.  
Operation mode indicator  
2 Press INDEX. The  
Selected file  
Index Screen appears.  
2
5
8
3
1
4
7
3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to  
move the frame to the  
desired file.  
6
9
4 Press SET. The  
selected file is displayed.  
Index number  
     
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
EN  
26  
To protect all files stored in the memory card  
Resetting The File Name  
4 Press 4or 3to select “PROT.ALL, and press  
SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears.  
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.  
5 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE”, and  
press SET.  
To cancel protection, select “RETURN”.  
NOTES:  
If the “  
” mark appears, the currently displayed  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
file is protected.  
Images”. (pg. 24)  
When the memory card is initialized or corrupted,  
even protected files are deleted. If you do not want  
to lose important files, transfer them to a PC and  
save them.  
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to select “NO. RESET”,  
and press SET. The NO. RESET screen  
appears.  
To Remove Protection  
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 3  
in “Protecting Files”.  
4 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE”, and  
press SET. The new folder (such as  
“101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name of  
the next shot starts from DVC00001.  
To remove protection from the currently  
displayed file  
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.  
4 Press 4or 3to select “CURRENT”, and  
press SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears.  
5 Press 1 or 2to select the desired file.  
6 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE”, and  
Protecting Files  
press SET.  
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental  
erasure of files.  
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  
To remove protection from all files stored in  
the memory card  
Images”. (pg. 24)  
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
4 Press 4or 3to select “CANC.ALL, and  
3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to select “PROTECT”, and  
press SET or 2. The PROTECT screen appears.  
press SET. The PROTECT Menu appears.  
5 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE”, and  
To protect the currently displayed file  
press SET.  
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.  
4 Press 4or 3to select  
“CURRENT”, and press  
SET or 2. The PROTECT  
screen appears.  
5 Press 1 or 2to select  
the desired file.  
6 Press 4or 3to select  
“EXECUTE”, and press  
SET.  
To cancel protection,  
select “RETURN”.  
Repeat steps 5 and 6 for  
all files you want to  
protect.  
                   
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
EN  
27  
Deleting Files  
Previously stored files can be deleted either one  
at a time or all at once.  
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.You can select one of the 2 print  
information settings for images stored in the  
memory card: “To Print All Still Images (One  
Print For Each)” or “To Print By Selecting Still  
Images And Number Of Prints”.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images” (pg. 24).  
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to select “DELETE”, and  
press SET. The Menu appears.  
To delete the currently displayed file  
NOTE:  
4 Press 4or 3to select  
“CURRENT”, and press  
SET or 2. The DELETE  
screen appears.  
If you load a memory card already set as shown  
below in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will  
make prints of the selected still images  
automatically.  
5 Press 1 or 2to select  
the desired file.  
To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)  
6 Press 4or 3to select  
“EXECUTE”, and press  
SET.  
To cancel deletion, select  
“RETURN”.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “Normal Playback Of  
Images”. (pg. 24)  
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
Repeat steps 5 and 6 for  
all files you want to delete.  
3 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to  
select “DPOF”, and press  
SET. The DPOF Menu  
appears.  
NOTE:  
If the “  
” mark appears, the selected file is  
4 Press 4or 3to select  
“ALL 1”, and press SET or  
2. The DPOF screen  
appears.  
protected and cannot be deleted.  
To delete all files stored in the memory card  
4 Press 4or 3to select “ALL, and press SET  
or 2. The DELETE screen appears.  
5 Press 4or 3to select  
“EXECUTE”, and press  
SET.The normal playback  
screen appears.  
5 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE”, and  
press SET.  
To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”.  
To cancel selection, select  
“RETURN”.  
NOTES:  
Protected files (pg. 26) cannot be deleted. To  
delete them, remove protection first.  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.  
Check files before deleting.  
CAUTION:  
Do not remove the memory card or perform any  
other operation (such as turning off the camcorder)  
during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided  
AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted  
if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If  
the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.  
(pg. 28)  
               
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.  
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To Print By Selecting Still Images And  
Number Of Prints  
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.  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “To Print All Still  
Images (One Print For Each)”. (pg. 27)  
2 Press 4or 3to select  
“CURRENT”, and press  
SET or 2. The DPOF  
screen appears.  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to  
“MEMORY”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button located on the  
switch.  
3 Press 1 or 2to select  
the desired file.  
4 Press 4or 3to select the number indication  
3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
(00), and press SET.  
4 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to  
select “FORMAT”, and  
press SET. The FORMAT  
screen appears.  
5 Select the number of  
prints by pressing 3to  
increase the number, or 4  
to decrease the number,  
and press SET.  
5 Press 4or 3to select  
Repeat steps 3 through 5  
for the desired number of  
prints.  
The number of prints can be set up to 15.  
To correct the number of prints, select the image  
again and change the number.  
initialized.  
When initialization is finished, “NO IMAGES  
STORED” appears.  
To cancel initialization, select “RETURN”.  
6 Press 4or 3to select  
“RETURN”, and press  
SET. The “SAVE?”  
appears.  
If you did not change any  
settings in step 3 through  
5, the DPOF Menu  
reappears.  
CAUTION:  
Do not perform any other operation (such as  
turning off the camcorder) during initialization.  
Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as  
the memory card may be corrupted if the battery  
becomes exhausted during initialization. If the  
memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.  
7 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE” to save  
the setting you have just made, and press SET.  
To cancel selection, select “CANCEL.  
To Reset The Number Of Prints  
1 Perform steps 1 3 in “To Print All Still  
Images (One Print For Each)”. (pg. 27)  
2 Press 4or 3to select “RESET”, and press  
SET. The DPOF screen appears.  
3 Press 4or 3to select “EXECUTE”, and  
press SET. The normal playback screen  
appears.  
To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.  
The number of prints is reset to 0 for all still  
images.  
CAUTION:  
While performing the above, never disconnect  
power, as this may cause the memory card to be  
corrupted.  
         
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Video Recording and D.S.C. Recording Menus  
Changing The Menu Settings  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of  
the more detailed camcorder settings.  
(pg. 29 – 32)  
Selected menu icon  
FUNCTION (  
pg. 30)  
SETTING (pg. 30)  
DISPLAY (pg. 31)  
DSC (pg. 32)  
WIPE/FADER  
EF  
1
3
2
WB  
Lock Button  
1) Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to  
select the desired  
selection and press SET.  
2) Press 3or 4to select the desired parameter  
and press SET or 2. Selection is complete.  
The “3” indicator shows the setting that is  
currently saved inside the camcorder’s memory.  
Press 1whenever you want to cancel or return to  
the previous Menu Screen.  
VIDEO/  
Power Switch  
MEMORY  
4
MENU  
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.  
Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
3) Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.  
NOTE:  
Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other  
function menus.  
Video Playback Menu  
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.  
For D.S.C. Playback Menu, refer to “D.S.C.  
PLAYBACK” (pg. 24).  
REC MODE (pg. 32)  
SOUND MODE (pg. 32)  
NARRATION (pg. 32)  
BRIGHT (pg. 32)  
DATE/TIME (pg. 32)  
ON SCREEN (pg. 32)  
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (pg. 19)  
3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
TIME CODE (  
pg. 32)  
Selected menu icon  
4 Press 4, 3, 1 or 2to select the desired  
function, and press SET. The selected function  
menu appears.  
Example: REC MODE  
Menu  
REC MODE  
Screen for Video and  
Screen for Video  
1) Press 3or 4to select  
the desired parameter  
and press SET or 2.  
Selection is complete.  
Repeat the procedure if  
you wish to set other  
function menus.  
D.S.C. Recording Menu Playback Menu  
REC MODE  
FUNCTION  
” indicator  
The “” indicator shows  
REC MODE  
SP  
the setting that is  
currently saved inside  
the camcorder’s  
5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the  
LP  
selected function.  
NOTES:  
memory.  
Press 1whenever you  
want to cancel or return  
to the previous Menu Screen.  
2) Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes.  
You cannot enter Menu Screen during recording.  
Certain functions cannot be set in the Video or  
D.S.C. Recording Menus. These icons will be  
displayed in grey/white.  
             
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Recording Menus  
SOUND MODE  
[12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo  
sound on four separate channels. (Equivalent to  
the 32 kHz mode of previous models)  
FUNCTION  
only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound  
on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the  
48 kHz mode of previous models)  
WIPE/FADER  
DIS*  
(pg. 37), “Wipe or Fader Effects”  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON  
]: To compensate for unstable images  
EFFECT  
caused by camera-shake, particularly at high  
magnification.  
(pg. 38), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter  
Effects”  
NOTES:  
PROGRAM AE  
(pg. 38), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter  
Effects”  
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand  
shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting  
condition.  
The “  
” indicator blinks or goes out if the  
SHUTTER  
Stabilizer cannot be used.  
Switch off this mode when recording with the  
camcorder on a tripod.  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
is set to “VIDEO”.  
(pg. 38), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter  
Effects”  
EXPOSURE  
(pg. 35), “Exposure Control”  
SNAP/SLOW*  
W. BALANCE  
[SNAP]: Snapshot mode  
(pg. 36), “White Balance Adjustment”  
SLOW : Live Slow mode  
For details on the procedure, refer to “Live Slow”  
(pg. 33) and “Snapshot (Record Still Image  
On Tape)” (pg. 34).  
TELE MACRO  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
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).  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go  
out of focus.  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
is set to “VIDEO”.  
ZOOM*  
[32X]: When set to “32X” while using digital  
zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 32X  
since digital zoom will be disengaged.  
64X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By  
digitally processing and magnifying images,  
zooming is possible from 32X (the optical zoom  
limit), to a maximum of 64X digital magnification.  
900X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By  
digitally processing and magnifying images,  
zooming is possible from 32X (the optical zoom  
limit), to a maximum of 900X digital  
SETTING  
The following settings are effective when the  
Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
REC MODE  
[SP]*: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode  
LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5  
times the recording time.  
magnification.  
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch  
is set to “VIDEO”.  
* SP indicator does not appear on the screen.  
NOTES:  
If the recording mode is switched, the playback  
picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP  
mode on this camcorder be played back on this  
camcorder.  
During playback of a tape recorded on another  
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there  
may be momentary pauses in the sound.  
                 
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31  
DISPLAY  
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.  
The following menu settings can be changed only  
when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.  
The DISPLAY settings except “BRIGHT” and  
“LANGUAGE” are effective only for shooting.  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
AUTO  
:The shutter speed is 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 being automatically adjusted,  
BRIGHT  
pg. 17, “Brightness Adjustment Of The  
Display”  
CLOCK ADJ.  
” is displayed.  
WIND CUT  
[OFF]: Disengages the function.  
pg. 16, “Date/Time Settings”  
LANGUAGE  
/
/
/ [ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS /  
ON : Helps cut down on noise created by  
wind. The “ ” indicator appears. The quality of  
the sound will change. This is normal.  
ESPAÑOL / PORTUGUÊS  
The language setting can be changed.  
(pg. 16)  
SYSTEM  
DATE/TIME  
[OFF]: The date/time does not appear.  
ON: The date/time is always displayed.  
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”.  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
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.  
MELODY  
OFF: Even though not heard while shooting,  
shutter sound is recorded on the tape.  
[ON]: A melody sounds when any operation is  
performed. It also activates the shutter sound  
effect. (pg. 24, 34)  
TIME CODE  
CAM RESET  
[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)  
[RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the  
factory-preset.  
EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-  
preset.  
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.  
                   
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32  
DEMO MODE  
OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take  
place.  
Playback Menus  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
[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”.  
SOUND MODE and NARRATION  
During tape playback, the camcorder detects the  
sound mode in which the recording was made,  
and plays the sound back. Select the type of  
sound to accompany your playback picture.  
According to the menu access explanation on  
page 29, select “SOUND MODE” or  
“NARRATION” from the Menu Screen and set it  
to the desired parameter.  
The setting below are effective only for video  
playback except “BRIGHT” and “REC MODE”.  
The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN,  
SOUND MODE and NARRATION settings) are  
the same as in the description on page 30.  
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.  
REC MODE  
[SP]* / LP  
NOTES:  
or LP) depending on your preference.  
It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in  
Playback Menu, when using this camcorder as a  
recorder during dubbing.  
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.  
* SP indicator does not appear on the sreen.  
DSC  
SOUND MODE  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
[STEREO  
QUALITY  
“R” channels in stereo.  
SOUND L : Sound from the “Lchannel is  
[FINE] / STANDARD  
The Picture Quality mode can be selected to  
best match your needs. Two Picture Quality  
output.  
SOUND R : Sound from the “R” channel is  
output.  
modes are available: FINE (  
) and  
STANDARD (  
) (in order of quality).  
NARRATION  
Although it is not possible to perform audio  
dubbing with this camcorder, you can hear  
sound from an audio-dubbed tape during  
playback using this function.  
[OFF]: Original sound is output on both “Land  
“R” channels in stereo.  
NOTE:  
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. 24)  
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.  
REC SELECT  
[
(TAPE)]: When Snapshot recording is  
performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set  
to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto  
the tape.  
BRIGHT  
pg. 17, “Brightness Adjustment Of The  
Display”  
/
(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).  
DATE/TIME  
[OFF]: The DATE/TIME does not appear.  
ON: The DATE/TIME is always displayed.  
ON SCREEN  
OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV  
When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display  
disappears.  
TIME CODE  
[OFF] / ON  
pg. 20, “Time Code”  
                                   
FEATURES FOR RECORDING  
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33  
LED Light  
LED Light can be used to  
brighten the subject in the dark  
place during video recording or  
D.S.C. shooting.  
Wide Mode  
This camcorder allows you to choose the type of  
image output format for video recording.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Press 16:9 button repeatedly to choose your  
selection.  
1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to  
change the setting.  
LED Light  
appears.)  
OFF: Turns off the light.  
ON: The light is on always. (  
4 : 3  
16 : 9  
AUTO: The light turns on automatically when  
dark. ( appears.)  
[4:3]: Records with no change in the screen ratio.  
For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.  
When using this mode on a TV with a normal  
screen ratio, refer to your TV’s instruction manual.  
16:9: For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of  
16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the  
screen without distortion. The “16:9” indicator  
appears. When using this mode, refer to your  
wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During  
playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/  
viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to  
start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a  
still image.  
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.  
There is a difference in the brightness of the  
images shot between the center area which is  
illuminated by the LED Light and the surrounding  
areas (which will be darker).  
NOTE:  
Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is  
set to “VIDEO”.  
Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter  
speed when the LED Light setting is “ON”, they  
will appear slightly blurred.  
Night-Alive  
Makes dark subjects or areas 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.  
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 Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”.(pg. 15)  
3 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Alive indicator  
” appears.  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”.(pg. 15)  
3 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to “SLOW”.  
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to  
provide up to 30 times sensitivity.  
“ ” appears beside “  
” while the shutter speed  
is being automatically adjusted.  
To deactivate Night-Alive  
(pg. 29, 30) The Live Slow indicator “  
appears.  
Press NIGHT again so that the Night-Alive  
indicator disappears.  
4 Press SNAPSHOT (SLOW) during recording  
or playback.  
NOTES:  
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.  
This feature is effective when the recording  
mode selection is set to both “ ” or “ ”.  
During Night-Alive, “GAIN UP” or “DIS” in  
SETTING Menu (pg. 30, 31) cannot be  
activated.  
Night-Alive cannot be activated simultaneously  
with “SNOW” or “SPORTS” of “PROGRAM AE”, or  
all modes of “SHUTTER”. (pg. 38).  
During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the  
camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a  
tripod is recommended.  
NOTE:  
Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is  
set to “VIDEO”.  
             
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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  
case, use the manual focus mode.  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
3 Set the recording mode to “ ”.(pg. 15)  
4 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to “SNAP”. (pg. 29, 30)  
1 Set the Power Switch to  
“REC”.  
5 Press SNAPSHOT.  
2 Set the recording mode  
There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.  
to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
The PHOTO” indication appears and a still image  
3 Press FOCUS. The  
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.  
manual focus indicator  
appears.  
Manual focus  
indicator  
4 Press 1or 2to focus  
5 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.  
Snapshot is effective when the recording mode  
selection is set to both “ ” or “ ”.  
Snapshot mode cannot be used when the 16:9  
Wide mode (16:9 indicator) is selected.  
on a subject.  
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any  
further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
5 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.  
To reset to Auto Focus  
Motor Drive Mode  
Press FOCUS twice.  
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 5 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 “  
/
”. (pg. 32)  
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 Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris  
following situations:  
When shooting using reverse lighting or when the  
background is too bright.  
contracts in well-lit environments to keep too  
much light from entering, and dilates in dim  
environments to allow in more light.  
When shooting on a reflective natural background  
such as at the beach or when skiing.  
When the background is overly dark or the subject  
is bright.  
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 shooting on a reflective natural background  
such as at the beach or when skiing.  
When shooting objects under a spotlight.  
When zooming.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
3 Set “EXPOSURE” to “MANUALin  
FUNCTION Menu. (pg. 29)  
The exposure control menu appears.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
4 To brighten the image, press 3.To darken the  
image, press 4. (maximum 6)  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
+3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight  
compensation. (pg. 36)  
–3 exposure has the same effect as when  
“PROGRAM AE” is set to “SPOTLIGHT”.  
(pg. 38)  
3 Set “EXPOSURE” to “MANUALin  
FUNCTION Menu. (pg. 29)  
The exposure control menu appears.  
4 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD  
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold  
SET or 2for over 2 seconds. The “ ” indication  
appears.  
Operation Mode  
VIDEO  
MEMORY  
Exposure Level  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
0.3EV  
0.7EV  
1.0EV  
1.3EV  
1.7EV  
2.0EV  
5 Press SET or 2. The iris is locked.  
6 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes. The  
” indicator appears.  
To return to automatic iris control  
Select “AUTO” in step 3.  
The exposure control indicator and “  
disappear.  
5 Press SET or 2. Exposure adjustment is  
complete.  
To lock the exposure control and the iris  
After step 3, adjust the exposure by pressing 3  
or 4. Then lock the iris in steps 4 6. For  
automatic locking, select “AUTO” in step 3. The  
exposure control and the iris become automatic.  
To return to automatic exposure control  
Select “AUTO” in step 3.  
NOTES:  
You cannot use the manual exposure control at  
the same time when “PROGRAM AE” is set to  
“SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” (pg. 38), or with the  
backlight compensation.  
If the adjustment does not cause any visible  
change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”.  
(pg. 29, 31)  
             
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NOTES:  
Backlight Compensation  
Backlight compensation brightens the subject  
quickly.  
With simple operation, backlight compensation  
feature brightens the dark subject portion by  
increasing the exposure.  
You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the  
same time with following functions.  
“16:9” in “WIDE MODE” (pg. 33)  
“STROBE” in EFFECT (pg. 38)  
Digital Zoom (pg. 20)  
Depending on the shooting location and condition,  
optimum result may not be attained.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Press BACKLIGHT so that the Backlight  
Compensation indicator “ ” appears.  
The white balance refers to the correctness of  
color reproduction under various lighting. If the  
white balance is correct, all other colors will be  
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.  
To cancel Backlight Compensation  
Press BACKLIGHT twice so that the “  
indicator disappears.  
NOTE:  
Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light  
around the subject to become too bright and the  
subject to become white.  
Spot Exposure Control  
Selection of a spot metering area enables more  
precise exposure compensation.You can select  
one of the three metering areas on the LCD  
monitor/viewfinder.  
To change the setting  
Set “W. BALANCE” to the desired mode.  
(pg. 29)  
The selected mode indicator except “AUTO”  
appears.  
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
MWB: Adjust the white balance manually  
when shooting under various types of lighting.  
(“Manual White Balance Adjustment”  
(pg. 37))  
FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day.  
CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
3 Press BACKLIGHT 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 2or 1to select the desired spot  
metering area frame.  
To return to automatic white balance  
Set “W. BALANCE” to “AUTO”. (pg. 29)  
5 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 4, press and hold SET over 2  
seconds.The “ ” indication appears and the iris  
is locked.  
To cancel Spot Exposure Control  
Press BACKLIGHT once so that the “  
indicator disappears.  
           
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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 Power Switch  
to “REC”.  
White paper  
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
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.  
3 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
4 Set “ ” in FUNCTION Menu. (pg. 29)  
The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the  
effect is reserved.  
4 Select “MWB” in “  
W. BALANCE” menu  
(pg. 29), then press and hold SET or 2until  
The selected effect indicator appears.  
begins blinking.  
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to  
When the setting is completed,  
stops blinking.  
activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.  
5 Press SET or 2to engage the setting.  
To deactivate the selected effect  
Select “OFF” in step 4. The effect indicator  
disappears.  
6 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes and  
the Manual White Balance indicator  
displayed.  
is  
NOTE:  
NOTES:  
You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by  
pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop  
Button.  
In step 3, it may be difficult to focus on the white  
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually.  
(pg. 34)  
A subject can be shot under various types of  
lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent,  
candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature  
is different depending on the light source, the  
subject tint will differ depending on the white  
balance settings. 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.  
WIPE/FADER  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
WHITE  
BLACK  
SLIDE  
: Fade in or out with a white screen.  
: Fade in or out with a black screen.  
:Wipe in from right to left, or wipe 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.  
           
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SPOTLIGHT  
: Compensates for subjects that  
Program AE, Effects And Shutter  
Effects  
may otherwise appear too bright when shooting  
under extremely strong direct lighting such as  
spotlights.  
TWILIGHT  
: Makes evening scenes look  
1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.  
more natural. White Balance (pg. 36) is  
automatically set to “ ”, but can be changed to  
your desired setting. 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.  
2 Set the recording mode to “ ”. (pg. 15)  
3 Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or  
“SHUTTER” in FUNCTION Menu. (pg. 29)  
The EFFECT, PROGRAM AE or SHUTTER menu  
disappears and the selected effect is activated.  
The selected effect indicator appears.  
SHUTTER  
To deactivate the selected effect  
Select “OFF” in step 3. The effect indicator  
disappears.  
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.  
NOTES:  
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects can be  
changed during Record-Standby.  
Some modes of Program AE and Shutter Effects  
cannot be used during Night-Alive.  
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.  
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.  
SHUTTER 1/500/SHUTTER 1/4000: These  
settings allow fast-moving images to be captured  
one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion  
playback by fixing shutter speed variables. Use  
these settings when an automatic adjustment  
does not work well, using SPORTS mode. The  
faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture  
becomes. Use the shutter function under good  
lighting conditions.  
EFFECT  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
SEPIA  
: Recorded scenes have a brownish  
tint like old photos.  
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.  
* Not available for still image recording.  
PROGRAM AE  
OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)  
SPORTS  
(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.  
SNOW  
: Compensates for subjects that may  
otherwise appear too dark when shooting in  
extremely bright surroundings such as in the  
snow.  
             
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To use this camcorder as a player  
1 Following the illustrations, connect the  
Dubbing To A VCR  
camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors.  
2 Start playback on the camcorder. (pg. 21)  
3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start  
recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s  
instruction manual.)  
4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR,  
To AV  
connector  
then stop playback on the camcorder.  
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery pack.  
(pg. 14)  
To choose whether or not the following displays  
appear on the connected TV  
Date/time  
Audio/Video cable  
(provided)  
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF”.  
(pg. 29, 32)  
Time code  
Set “TIME CODE” to “OFF” or “ON”.  
(pg. 29, 32)  
TV  
Indications other than date/time and time code  
Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/  
TV”. (pg. 29, 32)  
VCR  
1Yellow to VIDEO IN  
2Red to AUDIO R IN  
3White to AUDIO L IN  
   
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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. 14)  
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 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 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.  
To DV IN/OUT  
3 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
4 Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP”. (pg. 32)  
5 Start playback on the player.  
DV cable (optional)  
To DV IN/OUT  
Core filter  
engage the Record-Pause mode.  
The “  
” indication appears on the screen.  
DV IN  
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  
rotating.  
indication stops  
9 Press 7 to return to the normal playback  
Video unit equipped with DV connector  
mode.  
NOTE:  
To use this camcorder as a player  
Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode  
recorded on the original tape, regardless of the  
current “SOUND MODE” setting. (pg. 30)  
1 Make sure all units are turned off.  
2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit  
equipped with a DV input connector using a DV  
cable as shown in the illustration.  
3 Start playback on the camcorder. (pg. 21)  
4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start  
recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video  
unit’s instruction manual.)  
5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video  
unit, then stop playback on this camcorder.  
   
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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 cable  
OR  
[B] Using DV cable  
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  
To USB  
IN/OUT  
NOTES:  
Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND PC  
CONNECTION GUIDE” for the bundled software  
and drivers.  
Core filter  
Core filter  
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as  
the power supply instead of the battery pack.  
(pg. 14)  
Never connect the USB cable and the DV  
cable simultaneously to the camcorder.  
Connect only the cable you wish to use to the  
camcorder.  
When using a DV cable, be sure to use the  
optional VC-VDV204U or VC-VDV206U DV  
cable depending on the type of DV connector  
(4 or 6 pins) on the PC.  
USB cable  
(provided)  
DV cable  
(optional)  
Core filter  
To USB  
connector  
To DV connector  
If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB  
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not  
enter the USB mode.  
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.  
PC with DV connector  
PC  
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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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the  
problem still exists, please consult your nearest  
JVC dealer.  
Digital Zoom does not work.  
32X optical zoom is selected.  
Set “ZOOM” to “64X” or “900X”. (pg. 30)  
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to  
“MEMORY”.  
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.  
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.  
Video and D.S.C. Playback  
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. 21)  
Power  
The cassette holder cover is open.  
Close the cassette holder cover. (pg. 18)  
No power is supplied.  
The power is not connected properly.  
Connect the AC Adapter securely. (pg. 14)  
The battery pack is not attached firmly.  
Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach  
it firmly. (pg. 13)  
The battery is dead.  
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged  
one. (pg. 13)  
Blocks of noise appear during playback, or  
there is no playback picture and the screen  
becomes blue.  
Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning  
cassette. (pg. 48)  
Advanced features  
Video and D.S.C. Recording  
The focus does not adjust automatically.  
Recording cannot be performed.  
Focus is set to the Manual mode.  
Set Focus to the Auto mode. (pg. 34)  
The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.  
Clean the lens and check the focus again.  
(pg. 46)  
The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.  
Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”.  
(pg. 18)  
TAPE END” appears.  
Replace with new cassette. (pg. 18)  
The cassette holder cover is open.  
Close the cassette holder cover.  
Snapshot mode cannot be used.  
The Wide (16:9) mode (16:9 indicator) is selected.  
Disengage the 16:9 (16:9 indicator) Wide mode.  
(pg. 33)  
When shooting a subject illuminated by  
bright light, vertical lines appear.  
The color of Snapshot looks strange.  
This is not a malfunction.  
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. 34, 37)  
When the screen is under direct sunlight  
during shooting, the screen becomes red or  
black for an instant.  
This is not a malfunction.  
The image taken using Snapshot is too  
dark.  
During recording, the date/ time does not  
appear.  
Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.  
Press BACKLIGHT. (pg. 36)  
“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”.  
Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”. (pg. 29, 32)  
The image taken using Snapshot is too  
bright.  
The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications  
blink.  
The subject is too bright.  
Set “ ” to “SPOTLIGHT”. (pg. 38)  
Effects and “DIS” functions that cannot be used  
together are selected at the same time.  
Re-read the sections covering Effects and “DIS”.  
(pg. 29, 30, 38)  
   
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White Balance cannot be activated.  
Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or  
whitish.  
The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE)  
mode is activated.  
Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone  
(MONOTONE) mode before setting White  
Balance. (pg. 38)  
In places subject to low temperature, images  
become dark due to the characteristics of the  
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD  
monitor. (pg. 17, 19)  
When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches  
the end of its service life, images on the LCD  
monitor become dark.  
The image looks like the shutter speed is  
too slow.  
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. 29, 31)  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
Colored bright spots appear all over the  
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made  
with high-precision technology. However, black  
spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)  
may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the  
viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the  
tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit.  
(Effective dots: more than 99.99%)  
Other problems  
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the  
camcorder does not light during charging.  
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. 47)  
The battery pack is not attached firmly.  
Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach  
it firmly. (pg. 13)  
The cassette will not load properly.  
The battery’s charge is low.  
Install a fully charged battery. (pg. 13)  
The memory card cannot be removed from  
the camcorder.  
“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.  
Push in the memory card a few more times.  
(pg. 18)  
The date/time is not set.  
Set the date/time. (pg. 16)  
Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor.  
The built-in clock battery has run out and the  
previously set date/time has been erased.  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.  
The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is  
set to “FINDER”.  
Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to  
“LCD”. (pg. 19, 29, 31)  
The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark.  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.  
(pg. 19)  
If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open  
the monitor fully. (pg. 19)  
Files stored in the memory card cannot be  
deleted.  
Files stored in the memory card are protected.  
Remove protection from the files stored in the  
memory card and delete them. (pg. 26)  
When the image is printed from the printer,  
a black bar appears at the bottom of the  
screen.  
An error indication (01 – 04 or 06) appears.  
A malfunction of some kind has occured. In this  
case the camcorder’s functions become  
unusable.  
This is not a malfunction.  
By recording with “DIS” de-activated (  
pg. 29, 30)  
pg. 45.  
this can be avoided.  
When the camcorder is connected via the  
DV connector, the camcorder does not  
operate.  
The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power  
turned on.  
Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again,  
then operate it.  
 
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Warning Indications  
LENS CAP  
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if  
the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.  
Displays the battery remaining power.  
Remaining power level  
MEMORY IS FULL  
Appears when the memory card’s memory is full  
and shooting is not possible.  
High  
As the battery power comes close to nil, the  
battery remaining power indicator blinks.  
When the battery power is exhausted, power  
turns off automatically.  
HDV  
Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV  
format are detected.The pictures in the HDV  
format cannot be played back with this  
camcorder.  
Appears if a tape is loaded.  
Blinks when no tape is loaded.  
?
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.  
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB  
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. 15)  
COPY PROTECTED  
Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is  
attempted while this camcorder is being used as  
a recorder.  
USE CLEANING CASSETTE  
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during  
recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette.  
(pg. 48)  
MEMORY CARD!  
Appears if there is no memory card loaded when  
the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the  
Power Switch is set to “REC” and the VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.  
CONDENSATION, OPERATION  
PAUSED PLEASE WAIT  
Appears if condensation occurs. When this  
indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour  
until condensation disappears.  
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. 28)  
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”.  
NO IMAGES STORED  
Appears if there are no image files stored in the  
memory card when you attempt memory card  
playback.  
TAPE END  
CARD ERROR!  
Appears when the tape ends during recording or  
playback.  
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.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
Appears when the date/time is not set.  
(pg. 16)  
The built-in clock battery has run out and the  
previously set date/time has been erased.  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer for  
replacement.  
 
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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.  
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE  
REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY OR DC  
PLUG  
The error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what  
type of malfunction has occured.When an error  
indication appears, the camcorder turns off  
automatically. Remove the power supply  
(battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the  
indication to clear. When it does, you can  
resume using the camcorder. If the indication  
remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE  
EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE  
The error indications (03 or 04) show what type  
of malfunction has occured.When an error  
indication appears, 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.  
 
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Cleaning The Camcorder  
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and  
remove the battery pack and AC Adapter.  
To clean the exterior  
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.  
To clean the viewfinder lens  
Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower  
brush.  
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.  
   
CAUTIONS  
EN  
47  
AC Adapter  
WhenusingtheACAdapterinareasotherthan  
the USA  
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.  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V 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  
StandardC73seriestypeuseanACplugadapter,  
called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
ForthisACplugadapter,consultyournearestJVC  
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:  
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.  
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.  
...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).  
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.  
...vertically, in their original cases.  
...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  
EN  
48  
...near a television set.  
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.  
...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.  
...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.  
...where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic  
fields (such as those generated by motors,  
transformers or magnets).  
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:  
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.  
...Blocks of noise appear during playback.  
...During recording or playback, the Head Clog  
Warning indicator “ ” appears.  
...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.  
Main Unit  
For safety, DO NOT  
...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.  
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the  
problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
...remove the battery pack or disconnect the power  
supply while the power is on.  
Mechanical moving parts used to move the  
video heads and video tape tend to become dirty  
and worn out over time. In order to 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.  
...leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder is not in use.  
Avoid using the unit  
...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
...in places subject to soot or steam such as near a  
cooking stove.  
...in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.  
   
CAUTIONS  
EN  
49  
How To Handle A CD-ROM  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number  
Trade Name  
: GR-D372U  
: JVC  
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.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or  
humid environment. Keep it away from direct  
sunlight.  
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS  
CORP.  
Address  
: 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.  
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  
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 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  
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.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause severe  
damage to the video tape, and can lead to  
internal damage to the camcorder itself.  
Serious malfunctioning  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC  
dealer.  
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.  
equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
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.  
 
SPECIFICATIONS  
EN  
50  
Camcorder  
For Digital Video Camera  
Format  
For General  
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)  
Power supply  
DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Approx. 2.8 W (3.0 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder  
on)  
Approx. 3.2 W (3.4 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder  
off)  
Approx. 6.5 W (Maximum; when charging the  
battery pack)  
*
Using LED Light  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
59 mm x 94 mm x 114 mm (2-5/16" 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:  
1 mode (640 x 480 pixels)  
Picture quality  
Approx. 400 g (0.88 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  
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)  
Approximate number of storable images  
pg. 24  
35% to 80%  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
Pickup  
1/6" CCD  
Lens  
For Connectors  
AV  
F 2.0, f = 2.3 mm to 73.6 mm, 32:1 power zoom lens Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analog  
Filter diameter  
ø27 mm  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analog, stereo  
DV  
LCD monitor  
2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active  
matrix system  
Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant  
USB  
Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1 compliant  
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  
EN 51  
A
N
AC Adapter .................................................... 14 Night-Alive ..................................................... 33  
B
P
Backlight Compensation ................................ 36 Picture Quality ............................................... 32  
Battery Pack ...................................... 13, 14, 47 Playback Sound ............................................. 32  
Blank Search ................................................. 22 Power-Linked Operation ................................ 15  
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects ...... 38  
C
Q
Changing The Menu Settings ................ 29 – 32  
Charging The Battery Pack ........................... 13 Quick Review ................................................. 21  
Connection To A Personal Computer ............ 41  
Connections To A TV Or VCR ....................... 23  
R
Recording Capacity  
D
Memory Card .......................................... 24  
Tape ........................................................ 19  
Data Battery ................................................... 14  
Date/Time Settings ........................................ 16 Recording Media Selection ............................ 32  
Deleting Files ................................................. 27 Resetting The File Name ............................... 26  
Demonstration Mode ..................................... 32  
Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) .................... 30  
S
Snapshot Mode ............................................. 34  
Sound Mode ............................................ 30, 32  
Speaker Volume ............................................ 21  
Specifications ................................................ 50  
Spot Exposure Control .................................. 36  
DPOF Setting  
(Digital Print Order Format) .............. 27, 28  
Dubbing ................................................... 39, 40  
E
Exposure Control ........................................... 35  
T
I
Tape Speed (REC MODE) ............................ 30  
Initializing A Memory Card ............................. 28 Tele Macro ..................................................... 30  
Iris Lock ......................................................... 35 Time Code ..................................................... 20  
Tripod Mounting ............................................. 17  
Troubleshooting ........................................ 42-45  
L
LCD Monitor and Viewfinder .................... 15, 19  
W
LED Light ....................................................... 33  
Live Slow ....................................................... 33 Warning Indications ....................................... 44  
Loading A Cassette ....................................... 18 White Balance ............................................... 36  
Loading A Memory Card ................................ 18 Wide Mode .................................................... 33  
Wipe Or Fader Effects ................................... 37  
M
Z
Manual Focus ................................................ 34  
Memory Card ................................................. 18 Zooming ......................................................... 20  
Motor Drive Mode .......................................... 34  
EN  
Printed in Malaysia  
0506ASR-NF-VM  
US  
© 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  
ENGLISH  
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND  
USB CONNECTION GUIDE  
EN  
LYT1520-001A  
Contents  
.................................................................. 3  
Notice for Users............................................ 5  
System Requirements .................................. 6  
Connecting (Windows®)................................ 8  
(Windows®).............................................. 9  
................................................................. 10  
Connections (Macintosh)............................. 12  
(Macintosh).............................................. 13  
distribute, rent, lease or transfer the  
Program to any third party or  
JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE  
AGREEMENT  
otherwise let them use the Program.  
4 LIMITED WARRANTY  
JVC warrants that any media in which  
the Program is embodied are free from  
any defects in materials and  
IMPORTANT  
TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE  
SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY  
BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE  
SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED  
“DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR”  
(“Program”) ON YOUR PC.  
workmanship for a period of thirty (30)  
days from the date of Your purchasing  
any our products accompanying the  
Program. JVC’s entire liability and your  
exclusive remedy in connection with the  
Program shall be replacement of such  
defective media. EXCEPT FOR THE  
EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED  
HERE IN AND TO THE EXTENT  
PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW,  
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ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER  
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING  
BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY  
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE IN REGARD TO THE  
PROGRAM AND THE  
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Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”)  
to You only on the condition that You agree  
to the following.  
Should You not agree to the terms here of,  
You may not install or use the Program.  
HOWEVER, INSTALLING OR USING THE  
PROGRAM INDICATES YOUR  
ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND  
CONDITIONS.  
1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP  
You acknowledge that all copyrights and  
other intellectual property rights in the  
Program are owned by JVC and its  
licensor, and remain vested in JVC and  
such licensor. The Program is protected  
under the copyright law of Japan and  
other countries, and related  
ACCOMPANYING PRINTED  
MATERIALS. SHOULD THERE BE ANY  
PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR  
CAUSED BY THE PROGRAM, YOU  
SHOULD SETTLE ALL SUCH  
PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST AND  
EXPENSE.  
Conventions.  
5 LIMITED LIABILITY  
2 GRANT OF LICENSE  
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY  
APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT  
SHALL JVC AND ITS LICENSORS BE  
LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER,  
(1) Subject to the conditions of this  
Agreement, JVC grants to You a non-  
exclusive right to use the Program.  
You may install and use the Program  
on a HDD or other storage devices  
incorporated in Your PC.  
REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF  
ACTION WHETHER IN CONTRACT,  
TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT  
OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE  
USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE  
PROGRAM, EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN  
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF  
SUCH DAMAGES. YOU WILL  
INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS  
JVC FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY OR  
COST ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY  
WAY CONNECTED TO CLAIMS FROM  
ANY THIRD PARTY RELATING TO THE  
USE OF THE PROGRAM.  
(2) You may make one (1) copy of the  
Program solely for your personal  
backup or archival purposes.  
3 RESTRICTION ON THE  
PROGRAM  
(1) You may not reverse engineer,  
decompile, disassemble, revise or  
modify the Program, except to the  
extent that expressly permitted by  
applicable law.  
(2) You may not copy or use the  
Program, in whole or in part, other  
than as expressly specified in this  
Agreement.  
(3) You have no right to grant a license to  
use the Program, and may not  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
— 3 —  
 
6 TERM  
9 GENERAL  
This Agreement will become effective on  
(1) No modification, change, addition,  
deletion or other alternation of or to  
this Agreement will be valid unless  
reduced to writing and signed by an  
authorized representative of JVC.  
(2) If any part of this Agreement is held  
invalid by or in conflict with any law  
having jurisdiction over this  
the date when You install and use the  
Program on Your machine, and continue  
to be in effect until the termination under  
the following provision.  
Should You breach any provision of this  
Agreement, JVC may terminate this  
Agreement without giving any notice to  
You. In this event, JVC may claim  
against You for any damages caused by  
Your breach. Should this Agreement be  
terminated, You must immediately  
destroy the Program stored in Your  
machine (including the erasing from any  
memory in Your PC), and no longer own  
such Program.  
Agreement, the remaining provisions  
will remain in full force and effect.  
(3) This Agreement shall be governed by  
and interpreted under the laws of  
Japan. The Tokyo District Court has  
jurisdiction over all disputes which  
may arise with respect to the  
execution, interpretation and  
performance of this Agreement.  
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.  
Victor Company of Japan, Limited  
NOTE:  
If You acquired the Program in Germany,  
the provisions of Sections 4 (Limited  
Warranty) and 5 (Limited Liability) provided  
above will be replaced with those of the  
German version of this Agreement.  
8 U.S. GOVERNMENT USER  
If You are an agency of the United  
States of America (the “Government”),  
You acknowledge JVC’s representation  
that the Program is a “Commercial Item”  
as defined in Federal Acquisition  
Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g)  
consisting unpublished “Commercial  
Computer Software” as those items are  
used at FAR part 12.212 and is only  
licensed to You with the same use rights  
JVC grants all commercial end users  
pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.  
— 4 —  
CAUTION:  
Notice for Users  
Operate this equipment according to  
the operating procedures described in  
this manual.  
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.  
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.  
Product Name  
Model  
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.  
Problem  
Error Message  
Manufacturer  
Model  
Do not use conventional disc cleaners  
or cleaning spray.  
Desktop  
Laptop  
Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its  
mirror surface.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty,  
hot or humid environment. Keep it away  
from direct sunlight.  
CPU  
PC  
OS  
Memory  
MB  
MB  
You can find the latest information (in  
English) on the provided software  
program at our world wide web server at  
index-e.html  
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.  
— 5 —  
 
Corporation in the United States and/or  
other countries.  
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.  
System Requirements  
Windows®  
The following requirements must be  
satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC  
and to use Digital Photo Navigator.  
OS: Windows® Millennium Edition (Me)  
(pre-installed), Windows® 2000 Professional  
(2000) (pre-installed), Windows® XP Home  
Edition (XP) (pre-installed), or  
Windows® XP Professional (XP) (pre-  
installed)  
CPU: Intel® MMXTM Pentium®, at least  
200 MHz  
RAM: At least 64 MB  
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 (10.1.5, 10.2.1 to 10.2.8,  
10.3.1 to 10.3.9, 10.4.2, 10.4.3)  
RAM: At least 128 MB  
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.  
(Refer to “JVC Accessories” on our world  
english/accessory/)  
Windows® are either registered  
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
— 6 —  
 
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].  
[Setup Status] screen appears. Wait  
for a moment until the installation is  
finished.  
1
2
Load the provided CD-ROM into  
the PC.  
Follow the on screen  
instructions to complete the  
installation.  
Following steps are the example of  
Digital Photo Navigator on  
Windows® Me.  
[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].  
Then, [Select Program Folder] screen  
appears.  
— 7 —  
 
Connecting (Windows®)  
Connecting the USB cable  
Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC.  
PC  
To USB connector  
USB cable  
To USB connector  
Camcorder  
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.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
— 8 —  
   
Viewing the Contents of a  
Memory Card (Windows®)  
1
2
3
Make sure that there is a  
memory card in the camcorder.  
Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.  
2 Double-click the [Removable Disk]  
icon.  
6
The folders in the memory card  
appear.  
Set the camcorder’s Power  
Switch to “PLAY” while  
pressing down the Lock Button  
located on the switch.  
The camcorder turns on.  
4
5
Connect the camcorder to the  
PC with a USB cable. (pg. 8)  
On the camcorder’s LCD monitor  
[USB] appears.  
When using Windows® XP:  
DPOF setting data  
Still images  
The [Removable  
Different file types are stored in  
different folders.  
Disk] window  
appears on the  
[DCIM]: Contains folders with still  
images (extension “.jpg”)  
[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF  
setting data  
PC’s screen  
after a moment.  
Select [Open  
folders to view  
files using  
Windows  
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.  
Explorer] and  
click [OK].  
NOTE:  
If the [Removable Disk] window does  
not appear, confirm the connection  
(pg. 8) or perform the steps 1 and  
2 in the right.  
When using Windows® Me/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.  
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®.  
— 9 —  
   
NOTE:  
Copying Files to the PC  
(Windows®)  
Never disconnect the USB cable while  
” is displayed on the camcorder’s  
LCD monitor.  
Still image files that are stored in a memory  
card can be copied to the PC and played  
back on the PC.  
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”).  
1
Perform the procedure in  
The folders in the memory card  
appear.  
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.  
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.  
— 10 —  
   
Windows® Me  
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.  
1
Confirm that “  
” is not  
currently displayed on the LCD  
monitor of the camcorder.  
If “  
” is currently displayed,  
wait until it disappears before  
proceeding.  
The [Stop a Hardware device] dialog  
box appears.  
2
Double-  
4
Click [OK].  
Windows® 2000/Me: If a message  
indicating that the device can be safely  
removed appears, click [OK] and then  
click [Close].  
click the  
[Safely  
Remove Hardware] or [Unplug  
or Eject Hardware] icon in the  
status bar.  
Windows® 2000/XP  
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].  
Windows® 2000/XP  
Windows® Me  
*The model name depends on the  
connected camcorder.  
5
6
Disconnect the USB cable.  
Set the camcorder’s Power  
Switch to “OFF”.  
The camcorder turns off.  
— 11 —  
   
Connections (Macintosh)  
Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC.  
PC  
To USB  
connector  
To USB  
connector  
Camcorder  
USB cable  
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.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
— 12 —  
   
NOTES:  
Viewing the Contents of a  
Memory Card (Macintosh)  
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.  
1
2
3
Make sure that there is a  
memory card in the camcorder.  
Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/  
MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.  
Never disconnect the USB cable while  
” is displayed on the  
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. 12)  
On the camcorder’s LCD monitor  
[USB] appears. The memory card icon  
appears on the desktop.  
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.  
4
Depending on the type of OS used,  
iPhoto starts if the memory card  
contains a DCIM folder.  
5
Double-click the memory card  
icon on the desktop.  
The folders in the memory card  
appear.  
DPOF Setting data  
Still images  
Different file types are stored in  
different folders.  
[DCIM]: Contains folders with still  
images (extension “.jpg”)  
[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF  
setting data  
— 13 —  
 
Copying Files to the PC  
(Macintosh)  
Playing Back Files on the PC  
(Macintosh)  
Still image files that are stored in a memory Use an application that can handle the  
card can be copied to the PC and played  
back on the PC.  
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.  
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.  
— 14 —  
   
Disconnecting the USB cable  
(Macintosh)  
User’s Guide/Help/Readme  
(Windows®)  
Before loading or unloading memory cards  
or turning off the PC, first disconnect the  
USB cable and turn off the camcorder.  
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’s web site: http://  
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.  
— 15 —  
     
EN  
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© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  

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