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JVC GR-D250 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-D250
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing
this digital
video
camera.
Before
use, please
read the safety
information
and
precautions
contained
in the pages
3 - 4 and 9 to ensure
safe use of this
product.
ENGLISH
GETTINGSTARTED
6
VIDEORECORDING &
PLAYBACK
17
ADVANCED FEATURES
22
REFERENCES
38
TERMS
47
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer
Use:
Enter below tile 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"
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  • Page 1 Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information precautions contained in the pages 3 - 4 and 9 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLIS DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GETTINGSTARTED GR-D250 VIDEORECORDING &...

  • Page 2: Backlight Compensation

    Wipe/FaderEffects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button pro-style scene transitions. (_ pg. 33) brightens the image darkened by backlight. pg. 31) • You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    • This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707UNF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the carncorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
  • Page 4 4 EN IMPORTANT SAFETY I NSTRUCTIONS When the equipment isinstalled inacabinet or o n ashelf, make sure that ithas s ufficient space on all s ides to allow f or v entilation (10 cm (3-15/16") 1. Read these instructions. or more on both sides, on top a nd a tthe rear). 2.
  • Page 5 (.UIVII.:IVI3 EN 5 GETTING STARTED ADVANCED F EATURES Index ..............MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ....Provided Accessories ........Changing The Menu Settings ......Power .............. Recording Menus ..........Operation Mode ..........Playback Menus ..........Language Settings .......... FEATURES FOR RECORDING ....... Date/Time Settings .........
  • Page 6 fal:llllVb blAKII'U | Index...

  • Page 7: Other Parts

    uz.i iz_vu Jl_lz._ Other Parts Controls [] Monitor Latch (: pg. 18) i_ Stop Button pg. 20) []LCDMonitor( 'pg. 18,19) Backlight Compensation Button [BACK [] Viewfinder pg. 15) LIGHT] (:_ pg. 31) [] Battery Pack Mount (_1, pg. 12) Play/Pause Button [1_/11] ( pg.
  • Page 8 fal'llllVb blAKII'U LCDMonitor/Viewfinder Indications @ Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (pg. During VideoRecording @ Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator pg. 29) @Time Code (pg. 26, 27) Operation Mode (pg. @ _: Night-Alive Indicator - pg. 28) ¢.0,'-A: Gain Up Mode (: pg.
  • Page 9 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"...

  • Page 10: Provided Accessories

    bl'llllVb blAHII:U HowToAttach TheLens Cap ProvidedAccessories To protect tile lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder. Place here during shooting.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery Pack

    uL._vu Jf_Lu EN ll _lowToAttach TheShoulder Strap I Power =ollow the illustration, This camcorder's 2-way power supply system 1 Thread the strap through the eyelet. lets you choose the most appropriate source power. Do not use provided power supply units 2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap juide...

  • Page 12: Using The Battery Pack

    • It is recommended that only genuine JVC Provided batteries are used in this camcorder. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to NOTES: the internal charging circuitry. • Recording time is reduced significantly under the • If the protective cap is attached to the battery following conditions: pack, remove it first.

  • Page 13: Operation Mode

    Llsing A CPower II OperationMode _erforrn step 4 in "Charging The Battery Pack". To turn on the camcorder, set the Power SwJtch NOTE: to any operation mode except "OFF" while ]-he provided AC Adapter features automatic pressing down the Lock Button located on the Joltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to...

  • Page 14: Language Settings

    fal:llllVG blAHII'U Power-Linked Operation | Date/Time Settings When the Power Switch is set to '_" or 1N", you The date/time is recorded onto tile tape at all can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/ times, but its display can be turned on or off closing the LCD monitor...

  • Page 15: Tripod Mounting

    I ViewfinderAdjustment _ Brightness A djustment O f The Display 1 Set the Power Switch to '_" or "[]" while 3ressing down the Lock Button located on the 1 Set the Power Switch 3witch. to "_]" or "PLAY" while 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and pressing down the Lock...

  • Page 16: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    bl:llllVb blAHII'U NOTES: II Loading/Unloading A Cassette • If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder The camcorder needs to be powered up to load does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not or eject a cassette.
  • Page 17 EN I I wuL_ _L.L_U_VU Tape Remaining Time I BasicRecording NOTE: time appears "-h--m"rneansthe on the display. 3efore continuing, perform the procedures listed Approximate tape remaining 0 h 25m )elow: camcorder is calculating DPower (pg+ remaining time. When DLoading A Cassette (pg+ remaining time reaches 2 minutes+ the indication...
  • Page 18 VIUI.:U I_I.:tUI_UIIVb ICDMonitor AndView|inder Zooming While using the LCD monitor: Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull instantaneous change in image magnification. on the end @ of the LCD monitor and open the Zoom LCD monitor fully, It can rotate 270 °...

  • Page 19: Time Code

    Iournalistic Shooting NOTES: • The time code cannot be reset. n some situations, • During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time Jifferent shooting code indication does not move smoothly. angles may provide • The time code is displayed only when "TIME -nore dramatic results.

  • Page 20: Normal Playback

    20 ENWUI:U I "LA}'I:fALI{ • During playback, press and hold I_1_ or _1_1. The | Normal P layback search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback VOL. +/- resumes. Lock Button • A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search.
  • Page 21 wu_urL_v_Lr_ EN J] Make sure all units are turned off. I Connections ToA TV Or VCR 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. Connect the VCR output to the TV input,...
  • Page 22 EN /vII:HUb I'UI_ UI.: IAILI.:U AUJ U._ I MI.:IV I I ChangingTheMenuSettings without Sub Menus Menus WIPE/FADER Selected menu icon This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, pg. 33) blinks. on-screen menu system that simplifies many of PROGRAM Selected the more detailed camcorder settings.
  • Page 23 s,az.tvuJ rL, n uz._.=Lz.u _u_uJfmL,.v,, EN Z,_ I Recording Menus [FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame NEGA: Nega mode RI CAMERA PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode The '_ CAMERA" settings are effective when FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame :he Power Switch is set to both '_" and "[]". -lowever, the menu settings can be changed 3nly when the Power Switch is set to "[]".
  • Page 24 EN /vII:HUb I'UI_ UI.:IAILI.:U AUJU3,1MI.:HI MANUAL _V;jl=] =llLVj[o] =]=! [OFF]: Records with no change in the screen The "_ MANUAE' settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to 'I_". ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.
  • Page 25 s,a_tvuJ u_xL_u _u_uJfs,l_tv_ EN _'D 1;_ SYSTEM d:l[.]:lili'i [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD i-he "D SYSTEM" functions which are set when monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while :he Power Switch is set to "[]" are also applied the LCD monitor is opened.
  • Page 26 EN /vII:HUb I'UI_ UI.: IAILI.:U AUJ U3,1MI.:H I CAMERA DISPLAY I PlaybackMenus • The l!" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings effective even when the Power Switch is set to 1'_ VIDEO '1_". However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to "_". [ ] = Factory-preset •...
  • Page 27 mLtVUJ UL_,_._LLU _,,_'_uJfmLtv,' EN _'E I_ VIDEO DISPLAY The 'tr_l" (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings _ffective only for video playback except 'BRIGHT". DThe parameters (except "OFF" in ON SCREEN settings) are the same as in the description (CAMERA DISPLAY) on page 26. ] = Factory-preset ] :1 [!] -"...
  • Page 28 EN I'I:AIUI_I:._ I'UK KI:LUKUIH(, 5-Second Recording I Night-Alive Record a vacation or an important event in 5- Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than second clips to keep the action moving. This they would be under good natural lighting. function is available only for video...
  • Page 29 r_fu_J _z.L.v_uz_vu EN _'_ I Manual F ocus I Snapshot ( ForVideoRecording) This feature lets you record still images that look The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers ike photographs onto a tape. continuous shooting ability from close-up close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) 1 Set the Power Switch to 'I_".
  • Page 30 30 EN I'I:AIUI_I:._ I'UK KI:LUKUIIV(, I Exposure Control I Iris Lock Manual exposure control is recommended in the Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris following situations: contracts in well-lit environments to keep too • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the much light from entering, and dilates in dim...
  • Page 31 r=_fun=J n=Lunuz_vu EN _l I Backlight C ompensation I SpotExposure Control 3acklight compensation brightens the subject Selection of a spot metering area enables more quickly. precise exposure compensation. You can select _/ith simple operation, backlight compensation one of the three metering areas on the LCD monitor/viewfinder.
  • Page 32 EN I-I'AIUI_I'._ I-UK KI'LUKUIHb I White Balance Adjustment I ManualWhite Balance Adjustment The white balance refers to the correctness of Adjust the white balance color reproduction under various lighting. If the manually when shooting white balance is correct, all other colors will be under various types of accurately reproduced.
  • Page 33 r_fun_J run n_LunzJz_vu EN _ WIPE-SCROLL: The scene wipes in from I Wipe Or FaderEffects the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen. These effects let you make pro-style scene WIPE-SHUTTER:...
  • Page 34 EN I-I:AIUI_I:._ I-UK I_I:LUI_UIFIb SPORTS I Program AEWith Special E ffects (Variable Shutter Speed: 11250- 114000): This setting allows fast-moving images to be Set the Power Switch to "[]". captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter Set "D"...
  • Page 35 1 Following the illustrations, connect I Dubbing T oAVCR camcorder and the VCR's input connectors. Start playback on the camcorder. pg. 20) At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR's instruction manual.) To stop dubbing, stop recording...
  • Page 36 • When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To use this camcorder as a recorder Make sure all units are turned off.
  • Page 37 (pg. D When using a DV cable, be sure to use the DV cable optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U (optional) cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC,...

  • Page 38: Video Playback

    If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. • Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE with special effects, "DIS" and other The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled functions that cannot be used together are device.

  • Page 39: Other Problems

    ( pg. 29) -,).Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. D Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. • This is not a malfunction. -).Press BACK LIGHT. (pg.

  • Page 40: Warning Indications

    _"-] :111117.,1 i ;I1 IIIi'll I _ • Appears when the date/time is not set. pg. 14) • The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
  • Page 41 When it does, you can "esume using the camcorder. If the indication "emains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. The error indications (03 or 04) show what type 3f malfunction has occurred. When an error ndication appears,...
  • Page 42 • Mould 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.

  • Page 43: Battery Packs

    _'alled a "Siemens Plug", as shown. attach it to the camcorder. --or this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC Jealer. NOTES: Plug adapter • It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.

  • Page 44: Lcd Monitor

    • DO NOT leave the unit consult your nearest JVC dealer. ,..in places of over 5O°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,...
  • Page 45 Serious malfunctioning interference that may cause undesired operation. If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. Changes or modifications not approved JVC could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 46 EN bVtUPI_AIIUIVb Cemcorder Format DV format (SD mode) Signal format Power supply NTSC standard DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) Recording/Playback format DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Video: Digital component recording Power consumption Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel Approx.
  • Page 47 nL_,mJ EN 4"/" _,C Adapter ............ Tape Speed (REC MODE) ...... 23, 26 _,nimation ............Telephoto Setting ........... Time Code ..........19, 26 Tripod Mounting ..........3acklight Compensation ........ Troubleshooting ..........3attery Pack ........11, 13, 43 Seep .............. Blank Search ..........
  • Page 48 Printed in Malaysia...

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