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JVC GR-D70 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-D70
GR-D60
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital
Video Camera:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories:
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INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
TAPE
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
MEMORY CARD
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED
FEATURES
REFERENCES
41 – Back Cover
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LYT1145-001A
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7 – 11
12 – 16
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23 – 40

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA CONTENTS GR-D70 AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GR-D60 GETTING STARTED 7 – 11 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital TAPE Video Camera: RECORDING & http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/ PLAYBACK 12 – 16 For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ MEMORY CARD RECORDING &...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ..... 21 – 22 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Making A New Folder ........... 22 Initialising A Memory Card ........22 SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT ADVANCED FEATURES PROVIDED ACCESSORIES FOR RECORDING ........23 – 27 HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP Night-Scope ............

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder Adapter are on its upper and lower sides. playback are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the CAUTION: camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi- voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord.

  • Page 4: Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment

    Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    PROVIDED ACCESSORIES Battery Pack BN-V408U Audio/Video Cable AC Adapter AP-V11E or AP-V13E (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) USB Cable Shoulder Strap Power Cord Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) Lithium Battery* CR2025 Core Filter x 2 (for (for remote optional S-Video Cable Lens Cap...

  • Page 6: How To Attach The Core Filter

    HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with your model pg. 5) to an optional cable(s). The Core Filter reduces interference. 3 cm Stopper Wind once Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm Close the Core Filter until it stoppers on both of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”. AC Power Adapter/Charger Approximate recording time Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V408U 1 hr.

  • Page 8: Grip Adjustment

    ● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, Grip Adjustment it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. Separate the Velcro strip. ● The following operation stops charging: Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the •...

  • Page 9: Shoulder Strap Attachment

    Shoulder Strap Attachment Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject Thread the strap through the eyelet , then fold it a cassette. back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of other eyelet...

  • Page 10: Date/Time Settings

    ● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do D I SPLAY D I SPLAY not apply force. BR I GHT ● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder ON SC RE N –...

  • Page 11: Loading A Memory Card

    Loading A Memory Card Picture Quality/Image Size Setting The provided memory card is already inserted in the The Picture Quality/Image Size can be selected to best camcorder when you receive the camcorder. match your needs. Refer to the chart on page 18 for your selection.

  • Page 12: Tape Recording & Playback

    Basic Recording Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Load A Cassette ( pg. 9) ● Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 10) Remove the lens cap.

  • Page 13: Zooming

    Journalistic Shooting Zooming In some situations, different shooting angles may To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in change in image magnification. the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the Zoom In most convenient direction.

  • Page 14: Time Code

    Time Code Normal Playback During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. Load a tape ( pg. 9). This code is to confirm the location of the recorded Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, scene on the tape during playback. then set the Power Switch to “PLAY”...

  • Page 15: Blank Search

    Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption pg. 14). Load a tape ( pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY”...

  • Page 16: Connections

    ● If no image is displayed or no sound is heard from the TV, set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (GR-D70 only, pg. 31). ● While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

  • Page 17: Memory Card Recording & Playback

    Basic Shooting (Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera for taking snapshots. Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8) ●...

  • Page 18: Memory Card Playback

    These thumbnail images cannot be transferred the images and the type of memory card being used. to a PC. ● Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX7) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.

  • Page 19: Auto Playback

    Viewing File Information & You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO button during normal playback or Index playback. Info Screen ( CHARGE ) PLAY FOLDER : Folder name ( pg. 22) Auto Playback FILE : File name ( pg.

  • Page 20: Advanced Features

    Protecting Files Deleting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a of files. time or all at once. Load a memory card ( pg. 11). Load a memory card ( pg.

  • Page 21: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Setting Print Information Tape To A Memory Card (DPOF Setting) Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital card. Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing, which records Load a memory card ( pg.

  • Page 22: Making A New Folder

    Select the number of prints by rotating the MENU/ Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel to select VOLUME wheel and press it. “EXECUTE”, then press it. The new folder (such as Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name of the prints.

  • Page 23: For Recording

    NOTES: Night-Scope ● Programme AE with special effects can be changed Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they during recording or during Record-Standby. ● Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot be would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is used during Night-Scope.

  • Page 24: Fade/Wipe Effects

    Fade/Wipe Effects FADER — WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen. These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to FADER — BLACK the next. Fade in or out with a black screen. Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or FADER —...

  • Page 25: Snapshot (For Tape Recording)

    NOTES: Snapshot (For Tape Recording) ● To remove the shutter sound, “BEEP” on pg. 30. This feature lets you record still images that look like ● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks photographs onto a tape. when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

  • Page 26: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus Exposure Control To obtain correct focus. Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: If you are using the viewfinder, you should already • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments background is too bright.

  • Page 27: Iris Lock

    Iris Lock Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel to select “ (W.BALANCE)”, then press it. Use this function in the following situations: Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel to select the • When shooting a moving subject. desired mode. • When the distance to the subject changes (so its size “AUTO”: White balance is adjusted automatically in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such (factory preset).

  • Page 28: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    WIPE/FADER For Recording Menu Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 24). This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the PROGRAM AE more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 28 – 31). Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” Set the Power Switch to “...
  • Page 29 SNAP MODE TELE MACRO Refer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” ( pg. 25). [OFF]: To turn off this function. ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens GAIN UP is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the brightness adjustment.
  • Page 30 SYSTEM PRIORITY [LCD]: When the LCD monitor is fully open, even if “ SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power the viewfinder is pulled out, the image is displayed Switch is set to “ ” are also applied when the only on the LCD monitor;...

  • Page 31: For Playback Menu

    , IMAGE SIZE “ VIDEO” Menu when using this camcorder as a Refer to “Picture Quality/Image Size Setting” recorder during dubbing (GR-D70 only, pg. 33, 34). pg. 11). • “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch u is REC SELECT set to “PLAY”...
  • Page 32 NOTES: VIDEO DISPLAY • You can also use the provided remote control’s AUDIO • Settings made in the “ VIDEO DISPLAY” Menu are button to change the output sound (without having to effective only for tape playback. access the Playback Menu). Make sure you point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor I V DEO D I SPLAY BR I GH...

  • Page 33: Dubbing

    To use this camcorder as a player ➝ use the provided cable adapter. To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder (GR-D70 To use this camcorder as a recorder (GR-D70 only) ➝ only) use a commercially available output cable adapter. 1. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”,...

  • Page 34: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    7). ● If the remote control is used when both the player and DV cable recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the (optional) same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.

  • Page 35: Using The Remote Control Unit

    Playback Special Effects Make sure “REMOTE” in the SYSTEM Menu is set to “ON” ( pg. 30) and the remote control is To allow you to add creative effects to the playback pointed at the remote sensor . The transmitted image.

  • Page 36: Audio Dubbing

    ● During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes the camcorder’s AV connector, first set “S/AV INPUT” to recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert Editing “ON” in the Menu Screen (GR-D70 only, pg. 31). stops ( pg.

  • Page 37: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]

    IMPORTANT Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as and those of many other makers, it may not work the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for with yours or may offer limited functions.
  • Page 38 ● Make sure to set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu SELECT SCENES Screen (GR-D70 only, pg. 31). ● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote required: sensor.

  • Page 39: For More Accurate Editing

    ● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING AE with special effects, you cannot use the Black & White Fader. In this case the Black & White indicator begins Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the blinking.

  • Page 40: System Connections

    DV connector-equipped capture board. ● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depend- ing on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the ● The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the The focus does not adjust automatically. following to see it you can correct the problem yourself. • Focus is set to the Manual mode. ¥ Set Focus to the Auto mode ( pg.
  • Page 42 LCD monitor the Menu Screen. become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. ¥ If you want the lighting to look more natural, set ¥ Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor “GAIN UP”...
  • Page 43 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Do not eject the cassette. This will cause damage to the tape. An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.

  • Page 44: Cautions

    Battery Packs Cassettes The supplied battery pack is a To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to lithium-ion battery. Before using read the following cautions: the supplied battery pack or an 1. During use . . . optional battery pack, be sure to ...
  • Page 45 ... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems ... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. cooking stove. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video ...
  • Page 46 RELEASE and remove the battery pack. If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. 2) Cleaning The Camcorder 1. To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled to wipe off heavy dirt.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    EDIT : ø3.5 mm, 2-pole Format : DV format (SD mode) Signal format : PAL standard * GR-D70 only Recording/ Playback format : Video: Digital component recording : Audio: PCM digital recording, AC Adapter 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)

  • Page 48: Index

    Controls, Connectors And Indicators Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. 5 6 7 8 LCD monitor Stereo microphone Speaker Viewfinder & * ( CHARGE ) PLAY Remote Control INDEX...
  • Page 49 • FF Button* • BACKLIGHT Button ........ pg. 26 • Right Button ..........pg. 35 Digital Video Input (GR-D70 only)/ Output Connector [DV] (i.Link*) .... pg. 34, 40 PLAY Button* * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry A. DUB Button ...........
  • Page 50 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Recording Only During Tape Playback 3 4 5 6 1h50m SOUND BLANK SEARCH SOUND b i t VOLUME 25 . 12 . 03 15 : 55 116 : 21 : 24 During Memory Card Recording Only During Memory Card Playback # $ % ^ 1024...
  • Page 51 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect ..pg. 24 Appears during zooming Zoom level indicator ......pg. 13 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode ..............pg. 29 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor ..............pg. 12 Rotates while the tape is running ....pg.

  • Page 52: Indications

    – when the memory card's memory is full. the previously set date/time is erased. Consult your – when the memory card is not formatted. nearest JVC dealer for replacement. MEMORY CARD! LENS CAP Appears if there is no memory card loaded when you...
  • Page 53 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. E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occured.

  • Page 54: Using The Optional Rm-V717U Remote Control Unit

    Infrared Beam Transmitting Window Using The Optional RM-V717U Transmits the beam signal. Remote Control Unit Zoom (W) Button* The RM-V717U remote control unit is provided with the Zoom (T) Button* optional Remote Control kit RM-V717KITU, that also DISPLAY Button* contains the Editing Cable required for Random Assemble Editing ( pg.

  • Page 55: Terms

    AC Adapter ........... pg. 7, 8 Gain Up ............pg. 29 Analogue Input ......... pg. 31, 33 Grip Adjustment ..........pg. 8 Audio Dubbing ..........pg. 36 Auto Date ............pg. 30 Icons ............pg. 28 – 32 Auto Focus ............. pg.
  • Page 56 Random Assemble Editing ..... pg. 37 – 39 Tally ..............pg. 30 Record-Standby ..........pg. 12 Tele Macro ............. pg. 29 Recording Mode ..........pg. 10 Time Code ........pg. 14, 30 – 32 Remote Control .......... pg. 5, 35 Tripod Mounting ..........

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