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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-D240
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
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For Accessories
:
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INSTRUCTIONS
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
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
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pg. 22, 25)
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LYT1380-001A
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Page 1: Digital Video Camera
GR-D240PAL.book Page 1 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D240 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please... - Page 2 GR-D240PAL.book Page 2 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 33) Fade in Fade out Program AE with Special Effects For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast- moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion.
- Page 3 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.
- Page 4 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. MasterPage: Left SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
GR-D240PAL_03Toc.fm Page 5 Friday, November 19, 2004 4:10 PM GETTING STARTED Index ... 6 Provided Accessories ... 10 Power... 11 Operation Mode ... 13 Language Settings... 14 Date/Time Settings ... 14 Grip Adjustment ... 14 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 15 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ... 15 Tripod Mounting... -
Page 6: Getting Started
GR-D240PAL.book Page 6 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM GETTING STARTED Index B C D E c d M MasterPage: Left... - Page 7 GR-D240PAL.book Page 7 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM Controls Stop Button [8] ( pg. 20) Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] ( pg. 31) Play/Pause Button [4/9] ( pg. 20) Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( pg. 29) Rewind Button [ pg.
- Page 8 34) Iris Lock Indicator ( pg. 30) SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator pg. 23) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.) : Auxiliary Microphone Level Indicator (Appears when an optional microphone is connected. pg. 26, “AUX MIC” ) Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) (...
- Page 9 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...
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Page 10: Provided Accessories
NOTES: 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. -
Page 11: Power
Slide down the battery pack until it locks in place b. Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder. Connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter. (AP-V14E only) Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started. - Page 12 BN-VF733U Approx. 5 hr. 40 min. * Provided NOTES: It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camcorder. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
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Page 13: Operation Mode
MasterPage: Start_Right GETTING STARTED 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. Power Switch... -
Page 14: Language Settings
GR-D240PAL.book Page 14 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM GETTING STARTED Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder. INFORMATION:... -
Page 15: Viewfinder Adjustment
Press + or – until the appropriate brightness is reached. Press MENU to clear the brightness control indicator from the display. 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. -
Page 16: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
GR-D240PAL.book Page 16 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Cassette holder Cassette holder cover PUSH HERE Erase OPEN/EJECT protection tab Make sure the window side is facing out. -
Page 17: Video Recording & Playback
To start recording, press the Recording Start/ Stop Button. “T REC” appears on the display while recording is in progress. To stop recording, press the Recording Start/ Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. Approximate recording time Recording mode Tape 30 min. -
Page 18: Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder
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. 24) -
Page 19: Journalistic Shooting
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. -
Page 20: Video Playback
TV. pg. 21) 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”. -
Page 21: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr
MasterPage: Start_Right VIDEO PLAYBACK Make sure all units are turned off. 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. -
Page 22: Advanced Features
GR-D240PAL.book Page 22 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 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. 23 – 27) –... -
Page 23: Recording Menus
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. - Page 24 The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. [OFF]: Disables 5-Second Recording. 5S: Enables 5-Second Recording. ( pg. 28) Anim.: Allows you to record a few frames only.
- Page 25 If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTES: 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.
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Page 26: Playback Menus
“OFF” to “A” or “M”. ON: The date/time is always displayed. TIME CODE [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. 19) LANGUAGE [ENGLISH] / ESPAÑOL / РУССКИЙ... - Page 27 BRIGHT pg. 15, “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display” ON SCREEN OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display disappears. DATE/TIME [OFF] / AUTO / ON When set to “AUTO”, the date/time are displayed in the following cases: When playback starts.
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Page 28: Features For Recording
34). • “GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu ( pg. 23). • “DIS” in MANUAL Menu ( pg. 24). During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. -
Page 29: Snapshot (For Video Recording)
1 second) MasterPage: Start_Right FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. -
Page 30: Exposure Control
GR-D240PAL.book Page 30 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Exposure Control Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations: When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. -
Page 31: Backlight Compensation
GR-D240PAL.book Page 31 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure. Set the Power Switch to “M”. Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight Compensation indicator “... -
Page 32: White Balance Adjustment
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/ tint reproduction. To change the setting Set “u” to the desired mode. ( pg. -
Page 33: Wipe Or Fader Effects
GR-D240PAL.book Page 33 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM 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. -
Page 34: Program Ae With Special Effects
“ ”, but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. -
Page 35: Editing
If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. (The provided cable adapter accepts only output signals from this camcorder. To use this camcorder as a recorder, use a commercially available cable adapter.) ** Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN connector. -
Page 36: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)
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. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. pg. 20) -
Page 37: Connection To A Personal Computer
13) When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC. -
Page 38: References
TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest 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. - Page 39 14) The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
- Page 40 Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. SET DATE/TIME! 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 (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 occurred.
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Page 42: User Maintenance
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. MasterPage: Heading0_Left... -
Page 43: Cautions
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. MasterPage: Start_Right CAUTIONS NOTES: It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. - Page 44 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time.
- Page 45 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...
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Page 46: Specifications
GR-D240PAL.book Page 46 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.2 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) -
Page 47: Terms
GR-D240PAL.book Page 47 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM AC Adapter ... 13 Animation ... 24 Backlight Compensation ... 31 Battery Pack ... 11, 13, 43 Beep ... 25 Blank Search ... 20 Changing The Menu Settings ... 22 – 27 Charging The Battery Pack ... - Page 48 MasterPage: BackCover GR-D240PAL.book Page 48 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:32 PM Printed in Malaysia EK/EX 1104MKH-ID-VM © 2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited...