DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVX709ED GR-DVX509ED GR-DVX400ED GR-DVX709SH GR-DVX509SH Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory INSTRUCTIONS The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available on GR-DVX709 and GR-DVX509.
Continue using the camcorder or AC Adapter under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself. To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.
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However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V306U/V312U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to hold the camcorder firmly in your hand, with the grip strap securely around your wrist. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
NOTE: 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.
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(GR-DVX709/509 only) is unobstructed with your fingers. The grip belt can be attached to the camcorder even if the finger support is not used. Be careful not to cover the tally lamp or the flash (GR-DVX709/509 only) when holding camcorder without finger support.
How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the 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.
Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and no cassette is in the camcorder. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
Set the Power Switch to “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder c, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet e.
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VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80 AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.
Grip Adjustment Loosen the belt. Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Hung your third and little fingers on the finger support so that the tally lamp or the flash (GR-DVX709/509 only) is unobstructed with your fingers. Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Ring.
● Some tripods are not equipped with studs. CAUTION: When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.
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. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch POWER (GR-DVX709/509 only) Lamp Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DVX709/509 only).
3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC FADER OF F AM AE Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s...
Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Slide down 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 load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first. 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.
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VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ... 19 Basic Recording ... 19 Tape Remaining Time ... 19 Zooming ... 20 Journalistic Shooting ... 20 Self-Recording ... 20 Time Code ... 21 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ... 21 VIDEO PLAYBACK ...
Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. Tape Remaining Time Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– – min” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.
Digital zoom provide more zone dramatic results. Hold the 10X (optical) camcorder in the zoom zone desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º...
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”...
5 to fast-forward the tape. NOTES: 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 “P”. The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.
To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8. NOTES: In step 7, 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.
Connections To A TV Or VCR These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors To TV or VCR White to AUDIO L IN* Yellow to VIDEO IN The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
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Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration. ( pg. 24) If using a VCR, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4. Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available on D.S.C. RECORDING ... 27 Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ... 27 D.S.C. PLAYBACK ... 28 Normal Playback Of Images ... 28 Auto Playback Of Images ... 28 Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX709 only) ...
D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Memory Card ( pg.
These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX70) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILES” will be displayed.
Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX709 only) You can view video clips ( pg. 60) stored in the memory card. Load a memory card. ( pg. 17) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
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. For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images”...
Removing On-Screen Display Perform steps 1 – 6 of “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 28). Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “n DISPLAY”, and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF”, and press it.
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Rotate the MENU Wheel to select PROTECT “PROTECT”, and press DELETE it. The Sub Menu DPOF NO . RESET appears. FORMAT D I SPLAY To protect the currently displayed file Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and PROTECT press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
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.
DVC00001. 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...
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Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. The normal playback screen appears. To cancel selection, rotate the MENU Wheel to select “RETURN”, and press it. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”...
Wheel to select “RETURN” and press it. CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation.
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Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX709 only) Insert Editing ... 72 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ... 78 Connection To A Personal Computer Using The Camcorder As A WebCam (GR-DVX709 only) CONTENTS ... 38 ... 42 ... 43 ... 43 ...
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. ( VIDEO/MEMORY Switch MENU Wheel For Video and D.S.C. (GR-DVX709/509 only) Recording Menus: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”...
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Menus with Sub Menus — m CAMERA, q MANUAL, s SYSTEM, n DISPLAY, o DSC (GR-DVX709/509 only), t VIDEO 1) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Example: m CAMERA Menu Selected function icon is displayed in reverse.
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. IMPORTANT: Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. pg.
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WIPE/FADER Indicator Parameter — FADER–WHITE FADER–BLACK FADER–B.W WIPE–CORNER WIPE–WINDOW WIPE–SLIDE WIPE–DOOR WIPE–SCROLL WIPE–SHUTTER Description Disables effects. Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen. Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white.
Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance pg. 43, 58) is automatically set 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. The flash does not fire in this mode.
When using “SLOW 10X” or “SLOW 4X”, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended. Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow shooting in dark environments.
If the recording mode is switched during recording, 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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Snapshot mode for video recording For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)” ( SNAP MODE FULL PIN-UP FRAME There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. Gain up GAIN UP AUTO Snapshot mode with no frame Pin-Up mode Snapshot mode with frame Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.
• When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
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Wind cut WIND CUT Snapshot flash mode (GR-DVX709/509 only) FLASH AUTO AUTO C Flash brightness adjustment (GR-DVX709/509 only) FLASH ADJ. ±3 Disengages the function. Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. Refer to “Snapshot Flash (GR-DVX709/509 only)”...
Tally lamp setting TALLY ID number setting (GR-DVX400 only) This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer ID NUMBER using the J terminal (JLIP) or PC connector. The number range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
71) is executed. “D.SOUND” appears on the Audio Dubbing screen. Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.
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DSC Menu (GR-DVX709/509 only) Picture quality QUALITY FINE STANDARD Image size IMAGE SIZE 640 x 480* 1024 x 768** 1280 x 960 (GR-DVX709 only) Approximate Number of Storable Images The numbers in parentheses are for GR-DVX509. Image Size/Picture Quality 8 MB** 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 480/STANDARD 1024 x 768/FINE...
VIDEO Playback sound 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 38, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
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System Menu SYSTEM BEEP BEEP MELODY TALLY ID NUMBER (GR-DVX400 only) DEMO MODE Display Menu DISPLAY ON SCREEN LCD/TV DATE/TIME AUTO TIME CODE Display ON SCREEN Setting: For playback sound, tape speed and tape running during video playback. B I T / SOU pg.
• “GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu. ( • “DIS” in MANUAL Menu. ( During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. Snapshot (For Video Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
Flash Brightness Adjustment Power Switch (GR-DVX709/509 only) When a snapshot ( the camcorder fires the flash and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that the Lock Button snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.
20) 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. 38, 46) Manual Focus...
Power Switch to “A”. For GR-DVX400: Press EXPOSURE twice. Or, set the Power Switch to “A”. If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the exposure control mode again. NOTE: Power Switch You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when “r PROGRAM AE”...
Iris Lock MENU Wheel BACKLIGHT Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DVX709/ 509 only) Power Switch EXPOSURE Button Lock Button (GR-DVX400 only) Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.
If the white balance is correct, all other colours 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 colour/tint reproduction. —...
Connect a headphone to the headphone connector to hear the sound effect. To cancel recording the sound effect midway... Press D.SOUND again. The camcorder stops recording the sound effect and the sound effect indication disappears. Lock Button...
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording. “COMPLETED” is displayed, then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record- Standby mode. Power Switch Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The normal screen reappears.
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If the end of the tape is reached in step 6, the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode will be automatically cancelled. The video clip files stored with this camcorder are compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files stored with other devices cannot be played back with this camcorder.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. pg. 11) As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.
11) If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (GR-DVX709/509 only) Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. Play/Pause Button (4/9) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch SNAPSHOT Button MENU Wheel Load a cassette. ( pg. 16) Load a memory card.
The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. ( pg. 68) Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)”...
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Zoom in/out ( pg. 20) Zoom in/out ( Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. Pauses the tape ( pg. 68) pg. 25, 62, 74 pg. 68, 73 pg.
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Remote sensor Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Right or SLOW Forward Button Slow-Motion Playback Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx.
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Playback Special Effects Remote sensor PLAY EFFECT EFFECT ON/OFF Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image. The effects that can be used during playback are CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE, SEPIA and STROBE. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording.
Make sure you only edit recorded areas. If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume. If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-...
Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX709 only) D.SOUND Button MENU Wheel Remote sensor A.DUB PLAY PAUSE STOP Load the provided memory card. ( Then, perform step 1 and 2 on page 70. Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.
PAUSE (9). The “9I” indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Press START/STOP to begin editing. Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1.
SHIFT for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try...
Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** EDIT: GR-DVX709/509 JLIP: GR-DVX400 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector… …Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. B A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector…...
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Select Scenes Remote sensor FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (U) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears. Selected parameter Random Assemble...
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Automatic Editing To VCR Recording Start/ Remote sensor USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (9). Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (79), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
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, or use the DV cable provided with the capture board.
Using The Camcorder As A WebCam (GR-DVX709 only) This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Open the connector cover. To USB USB cable (provided) To USB connector USB-equipped PC Make sure all necessary software (provided) are installed in your PC and all units are turned off.
Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. The following operation stops charging: • Set the Power Switch to “P”, “A” or “M”. • Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. • Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder.
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. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
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6. During recording, sound cannot be heard. 7. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 8. Digital Zoom does not work. Video and D.S.C. (GR-DVX709/509 only) Playback SYMPTOM 9. Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work. 10. The LCD monitor image is distorted.
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Advanced features SYMPTOM 14. The focus does not adjust automatically. 15. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 16. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 17. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. 18. The image taken using Snapshot is too bright. 19.
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27. • The built-in clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is discharged. • The previously set date/time is erased. 28. • The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists. 29. • The Power Switch is set to “A”. 30. • Files stored in the memory card are protected.
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• When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 35. • The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or...
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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. 46. • Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears.
General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
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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.
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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.
USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide down 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. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.
Still Image Moving Image* Picture quality Approximate number of storable images * GR-DVX709 only Camcorder DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Approx. 4.5 W (GR-DVX709)/Approx. 3.8 W (GR-DVX509/400) Approx. 5.4 W (GR-DVX709)/Approx. 4.7 W (GR-DVX509/400) 54 mm x 113.5 mm x 96 mm...
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For Connectors Video output Video input (GR-DVX709 only) : Audio output Audio input (GR-DVX709 only) : Headphone output (GR-DVX709 only) S-VIDEO Output Input (GR-DVX709 only) Input/output USB (GR-DVX709/509 only) EDIT (GR-DVX709/509 only) JLIP (GR-DVX400 only) PC (GR-DVX400 only) For General Power requirement Output Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated.
(GR-DVX709/509 only) ... •J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)] (GR-DVX400 only) ... You can also connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer using the optional Software HS- V16KITE. S Audio/Video Output/Input (GR-DVX709 only) Connector [AV]...
•PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby mode) g Insert Editing/Insert Editing Pause Mode h Wind Cut Indicator i Sound Mode Indicator (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder) j Time Code SOUND 12B IT 15:55 pg. 40, 41) pg. 46) pg.
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only (GR-DVX709/509 only) a Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960) (GR-DVX709 only), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) b Shooting Icon (Appears and blinks during shooting.) c Card Icon (Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded: Card) or (MultiMediaCard).)
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording a Operation Mode b • : Night-Scope Indicator (Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.) • : Gain Up Mode (Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.) c Red Eye Reduction Indicator (GR-DVX709/509 only) (Appears when the “FLASH”...
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback SEARC H LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback (GR-DVX709/509 only) BR I GHT a Sound Mode Indicator b Blank Search Indicator c Tape Speed d •U : Playback 3 4 5 •5 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search •3 : Rewind/Shuttle Search •9 : Pause •9 U : Forward Slow-Motion...
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Warning Indications Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”...
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Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes MODE REMOVE AND for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If REATTACH BATTERY the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.