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JVC GR-DVX44 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVX88
GR-DVX77
GR-DVX44
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
INSTRUCTIONS
The camcorder illustrations
appearing in this instruction manual
are of the GR-DVX88.
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
VIDEO RECORDING ............. 18 – 20
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............... 21 – 24
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
D.S.C. RECORDING .............. 26 – 27
D.S.C. PLAYBACK ................ 28 – 36
ADVANCED
FEATURES
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 38 – 44
FOR RECORDING ................ 45 – 56
DUBBING ......................... 57 – 61
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................ 62 – 73
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 74 – 75
REFERENCES
DETAILS ................................... 77
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 78 – 83
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 84
INDEX ............................. 85 – 92
CAUTIONS ........................ 93 – 95
TERMS ............................ 96 – 97
SPECIFICATIONS ................. 98 – 99
The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are
available on GR-DVX88 and GR-DVX77.
LYT0757-001A
ENGLISH
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7 – 16
17 – 24
25 – 36
37 – 75
76 – 99
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVX88 GR-DVX77 GR-DVX44 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 The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DVX88. INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING &...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual •All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. •Notes appear after most subsections.
  • Page 3 However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V507U/V514U 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.)
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    (GR-DVX44 only) 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.

  • Page 6: Demonstration

    How To Attach The Core Filter (GR-DVX44 only) (for optional S-Video cable) Attach the Core Filter (if provided with your model interference. Stopper Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core ends of the Core Filter.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ... 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 10 Tripod Mounting ... 10 Date/Time Settings ... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ... 12 Recording Mode Setting ... 13 Loading A Memory Card (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) ... 14 Picture Quality Mode Setting (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) ...

  • Page 8: Power

    Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder 3, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter 4. Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet 5.

  • Page 9: Using The Battery Pack

    V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U battery pack. 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.

  • Page 10: Grip Adjustment

    •Some tripods are not equipped with studs. CAUTION: When attaching the camera 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.

  • Page 11: Date/Time Settings

    However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,...

  • Page 12: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    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.

  • Page 13: Recording Mode Setting

    Lock Button the Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

  • Page 14: Loading A Memory Card (Gr-Dvx88/Dvx77 Only)

    36 ATTENTION: Do not insert/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 recognise whether or not the card is installed.

  • Page 15: Picture Quality Mode Setting (Gr-Dvx88/Dvx77 Only)

    Set the Power Switch to “ Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

  • Page 16: Operation Mode

    • Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the Power lamp tape to a computer (GR-DVX44 only). • 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 computer (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only).
  • Page 17 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ... 18 – 20 VIDEO PLAYBACK ... 21 – 24 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS Basic Recording ... 18 Journalistic Shooting ... 19 Self-Recording ... 19 Zooming ... 19 Time Code ... 20 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ... 20 Normal Playback ...

  • Page 18: Video Recording

    •Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during 3 min use. •The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the 2 min Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed. (Blinking) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

  • Page 19: Journalistic Shooting

    Power Zoom Lever Journalistic Shooting 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° upward).

  • Page 20: Time Code

    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”...

  • Page 21: Video Playback

    If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off. When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image. Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.

  • Page 22: Connections

    Connections Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable. Jack box*** To S-VIDEO To AV OUT Connector cover* When connecting the cables, open this cover. The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. *** Refer to “Jack Box Attachment” ( If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector Use the provided Cable Adapter.
  • Page 23 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 24: Blank Search

    ... press 5. NOTES: In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction.
  • Page 25 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available on GR-DVX88/DVX77. D.S.C. RECORDING ... 26 – 27 D.S.C. PLAYBACK ... 28 – 36 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING PLAYBACK CONTENTS Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ... 26 – 27 Normal Playback (Of Images) ...

  • Page 26: D.s.c. Recording

    Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded. Shooting icon Appears and blinks during shooting. Basic Shooting (Snapshot) VIDEO/DSC You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for Switch taking snapshots. Power Switch NOTE:...
  • Page 27 If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “ 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.

  • Page 28: D.s.c. Playback

    These thumbnail images cannot be 10.01 transferred to a PC. 0013 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. 10.01 Directory and File names...

  • Page 29: Index Screen

    E - CL I P Total number of files File (index) number D . SOUND EXPL Selected sound effect name Index Screen Type of file Directory and File Selected file names E X I T I M A G E 100-DVC00003 Image Size Index number...

  • Page 30: Index Playback

    INDEX Button JUMP Button E X I T I M A G E 100-DVC00001 E X I T E - C L I P 100-DVC00001 E X I T S O U N D EXPLOSION Display JUMP MENU 10 / 50 / SET Index number Index Playback...

  • Page 31: Protecting Files

    VIDEO/DSC Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel SELECT Button Display MEMORY Menu PROTECT DELET DPOF FORM RETUR PROTECT Index E X I T P R O T E C T Screen If Protection is removed Normal playback E X I T P R O T E C T Normal playback Protecting Files...

  • Page 32: Deleting Files

    VIDEO/DSC Switch Display E X I T D E L E T E DELE E SE ECT – CANCEL EXECUT E Deleting Files Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. Power Switch Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “...
  • Page 33 “CANCEL” and press it. 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.

  • Page 34: Setting Print Information (Dpof Setting)

    – CANCEL EXECUTE Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future Power Switch systems such as automatic printing, which records information about the still images you wish to print (such as the number of prints to make).
  • Page 35 Power Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel Number of prints Display DPOF Index EXIT DPOF 100-DVC00021 Screen Confirmation DPOF Screen SE ECT – CANCEL EXECUTE TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND NO. OF PRINTS Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 34. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “SELECT”...

  • Page 36: Initialising A Memory Card

    •To cancel initialisation, rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it. CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure Confirmation to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card Screen may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation.

  • Page 37: Features

    ADVANCED FEATURES USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ... 38 – 44 FOR RECORDING ... 45 – 56 DUBBING ... 57 – 61 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ... 62 – 73 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ... 74 – 75 ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS For Recording Menu ...

  • Page 38: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    * Actual menus differ by model and may appear differently from these illustrations. Some menu items may not be unavailable on your model. For Recording Menu This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, Lock Button on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Set the Power Switch to “...
  • Page 39 •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 use pg.
  • Page 40 (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) BEEP BEEP MELODY TALLY This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is NUMBER (GR-DVX44 only) DEMO MODE Records with no change in the screen ratio.
  • Page 41 The date/time is always displayed. Time code is not displayed. TIME CODE Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. Allows you to set the current date and time ( CLOCK ADJ.

  • Page 42: For Playback Menu

    13). It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in the “ VIDEO” when using this camcorder as a recorder during digital dubbing (GR-DVX88 only, pg. 57, 58). ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a tape to a memory card ( pg.
  • Page 43 Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) Each setting is linked with “ or “ SYSTEM”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “ The parameters are the same as in the description on pg. 40, 41. (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) pg. 28 – 36 Display ON SCREEN setting: 12B I T / SOUND1...

  • Page 44: Playback Sound

    USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Playback Sound During 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 pg.

  • Page 45: For Recording

    • “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. ” while pressing down pg. 39).

  • Page 46: Program Ae With Special Effects

    IMPORTANT: Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects ( pg. 48, 49). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. PROGRAM AE Button Display SHUT T 1/120 SPORT SNOW SPOT L G I HT...
  • Page 47 53) 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 to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. The flash does not fire in this mode.

  • Page 48: Fade/Wipe Effects

    If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording (without having turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene pg. 45). wipes out, revealing the new scene. FOR RECORDING (cont.)
  • Page 49 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — B.W MOSAIC WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE —...

  • Page 50: Snapshot (For Video Recording)

    ” while pressing down the Lock Button located appears while the snapshot recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the ”...

  • Page 51: Auto Focus/Manual Focus

    FEATURE: PURPOSE: 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 obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

  • Page 52: Exposure Control

    To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . . … press EXPOSURE twice or set the Power Switch to “ ”. (If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the exposure control mode again.) To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

  • Page 53: White Balance Adjustment

    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. Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 54: Snapshot Flash (Gr-Dvx88/Dvx77 Only)

    Although images shot with a flash tend to look whiter than they actually are, to compensate for this the camcorder automatically darkens the picture when using the flash. When shooting a subject at a distance where the flash light cannot reach (over approx. 2 m), set the flash to “OFF” to prevent the picture from becoming too dark or becoming too tinted.

  • Page 55: Flash Brightness Adjustment (Gr-Dvx88/Dvx77 Only)

    (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) When a snapshot ( pg. 26, 50) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash ( pg. 54) and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that the snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.

  • Page 56: Digital Sound Effects (Gr-Dvx88/Dvx77 Only)

    Use a headphone set to hear the sound effect. To cancel recording the sound effect midway ..press D.SOUND PLAY again. The camcorder stops recording the sound effect. NOTES: Sound effects can also be used for Audio Dubbing pg.

  • Page 57: Dubbing

    VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes. Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.

  • Page 58: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( 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.

  • Page 59: Dubbing Still Images Stored In A Memory Card To A Tape

    Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) VIDEO/DSC Switch Power Switch Lock Button SNAPSHOT Button Display “ ” Dubbing Still Images Stored In A Memory Card To A Tape (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) Still images can be dubbed from a memory card to a tape.

  • Page 60: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Play/Pause Button (4/6) MENU Wheel Display COPY – OF F Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. Load a memory card ( VIDEO/DSC Switch Power Switch Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen...

  • Page 61: Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (E-Mail Clip Recording) (Gr-Dvx88/Dvx77 Only)

    If the end of the tape is reached in step 3, 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 cannnot be played back with this camcorder.

  • Page 62: Using The Remote Control Unit

    30° USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 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.
  • Page 63 Zoom in/out ( pg. 19) — — — — — — — — — Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. — Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. — — — — — — — —...

  • Page 64: Slow-Motion Playback

    2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in. 3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down...

  • Page 65: Playback Special Effects

    To allow you to add creative effects to the video playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. 3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.

  • Page 66: Audio Dubbing

    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-recording...

  • Page 67: Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects

    Display Audio Dub Standby mode D.SOUND Sound effect APPLAUSE indication D.SOUND PLAY Button INDEX Button MENU Wheel PLAY PAUSE STOP Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) Load the provided memory card ( perform step 1 and 2 of page 66. Press the MENU Wheel in.

  • Page 68: Insert Editing

    PAUSE (6). Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote control, then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert- Pause mode. Press START/STOP to begin editing. •Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1.

  • Page 69: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]

    You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. CODE 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 another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
  • Page 70 3 rings around the pin to the camcorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 22 and 23. A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector ..connect the editing cable to the Remote A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.
  • Page 71 Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total program time exactly. Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black &...

  • Page 72: Automatic Editing To Vcr

    9 : 39 TOTAL Remote Sensor AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). Recording Start/Stop Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote...

  • Page 73: For More Accurate Editing

    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.

  • Page 74: 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 depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the capture board.

  • Page 75: Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector

    PC. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This function is called Digital Dubbing pg. 58), which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.

  • Page 76: References

    REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ... 77 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 78 – 83 USER MAINTENANCE ... 84 INDEX ... 85 – 92 Jack Box ... 85 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 86 – 87 Indications ... 88 – 92 CAUTIONS ... 93 – 95 TERMS ...

  • Page 77: Details

    Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. •Set the Power Switch to “ •Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder. •Unplug the AC adapter’s power cord from the AC outlet. •Detach the battery from the camcorder.

  • Page 78: 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. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
  • Page 79 • The subject does not look at the first flash, which is an important part of Red-Eye Reduction. • The camcorder is too far from the subject. • “FLASH” is not set to “AUTO ” in the Menu Screen. 13. • “FLASH” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.
  • Page 80 Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 48). • The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the Record-Standby mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Record-Standby mode pg.
  • Page 81 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 32. • The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 33. • This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
  • Page 82 SYMPTOM 34. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 35. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. 36. During recording, sound cannot be heard. (GR- DVX88/DVX77 only) 37. Play, Rewind and Fast- Forward functions do not work.
  • Page 83 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 46. • To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (...

  • Page 84: 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.

  • Page 85: Index

    INDEX Jack box (GR-DVX88/DVX77: CU-V506) 1 USB Connector [USB] (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) ... PC Connector [PC (DIGITAL PHOTO)] (GR-DVX44 only) ... (GR-DVX44: CU-V505) 2 S-Video Output Connector pg. 74 [S-VIDEO] ... 3 •EDIT Connector [EDIT] pg. 74 (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) ... Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing ...

  • Page 86: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    $ # @ INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators &...
  • Page 87 Controls 1 E-MAIL CLIP REC Button (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) ... 2 D. SOUND PLAY Button (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) ... 3 •MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] ... • LCD Monitor Brightness Control [+, –] ... 4 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ... • Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ...

  • Page 88: Indications

    • “PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode. cut down on noise created by wind. ( Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. ( after turning on the camcorder. image. There are 2 modes available: XGA and VGA (in order of quality) image. There are 2 modes available: FINE and STD (standard) (in order of quality) •...
  • Page 89 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording 1 Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ”. 2 • : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged. • : Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.
  • Page 90 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback SEARCH LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) IMAGE BR I GHT 10 / 24 1 Displays the sound mode. 2 Displays the Blank Search mode. Displays the selected Digital Sound Effect. 3 Displays the tape speed. 4 Appears while a tape is running.

  • Page 91: Warning Indications

    Warning Indications Indications CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT TAPE! TAPE END DIFFERENT FORMATTED TAPE SET DATE/TIME! A. DUB ERROR! A. DUB ERROR! <CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED TAPE> <CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING>...

  • Page 92: Index

    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. Appears when the camcorder takes more than 60 seconds to recognise the loaded memory card.

  • Page 93: Cautions

    CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- hausted. 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.

  • Page 94: Memory Cards

    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 95 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 function- ing properly.

  • Page 96: Terms

    Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Connections ... pg. 8, 9, 22, 57, 58, 70, 74, 75 Darken The LCD Monitor ... Date/Time Display ...
  • Page 97 Picture Quality Mode ... Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... Power Switch Position ... Printer ... Program AE With Special Effects ... Protecting Files ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ... Record-Standby ... Recording Mode ... Red-Eye Reduction ...

  • Page 98: Specifications

    (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) : Approx. 4.4 W (GR-DVX88/DVX77), Approx. 4.0 W (GR-DVX44) : Approx. 5.2 W (GR-DVX88/DVX77), Approx. 4.8 W (GR-DVX44) : 51 mm x 120 mm x 97 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) : Approx.

  • Page 99: Specifications

    For Connectors USB (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) EDIT (GR-DVX88/DVX77 only) S-Video Output JLIP (GR-DVX44 only) PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) (GR-DVX44 only) Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. , 75 Ω, analogue : 1 V : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo...
  • Page 100 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan EK/EG COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0201HOV...

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