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JVC GR-DVX707 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVX707
GR-DVX507
GR-DVX407
GR-DVX400
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-DVX707 and GR-DVX507.
The camcorder
illustrations appearing in
this instruction manual are
of the GR-DVX707.
Automatic Demonstration
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
LYT0957-001A
ENGLISH
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    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-DVX707 and GR-DVX507. The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DVX707. 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 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-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.)
  • 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

    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 How To Attach The Grip Belt NOTES: It is recommended to use the finger support so that the tally lamp or the flash (GR-DVX707/507 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...

  • Page 7: How To Attach The Lens Cap

    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.

  • Page 8: Automatic Demonstration

    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.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Grip Adjustment ...12 Viewfinder Adjustment ...12 Tripod Mounting ...13 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...13 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...13 Operation Mode ...14 Date/Time Settings ...15 Loading A Cassette/Unloading A Cassette ...16 Loading A Memory Card/Unloading A Memory Card (GR-DVX707/507 only) ...17...

  • Page 10: Power

    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.
  • Page 11 V80EG or AA-V80EK 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.

  • Page 12: Grip Adjustment

    Hung your third and little fingers on the finger support so that the tally lamp or the flash (GR-DVX707/507 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.

  • Page 13: Tripod Mounting

    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.

  • Page 14: Operation Mode

    Allows you to play back a recording on the tape. 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 PC. (GR-DVX707/507 only) Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape to a PC.

  • Page 15: Date/Time Settings

    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...

  • Page 16: Loading A Cassette/Unloading A Cassette

    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.

  • Page 17: (Gr-Dvx707/507 Only)

    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.
  • Page 18 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 ...

  • Page 19: Video Recording

    Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 16) Remove the lens cap ( pg. 7) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DVX707/507 only) POWER Lamp Recording Start/ Stop Button Power Switch MENU Wheel Lock Button Tally Lamp Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

  • Page 20: Zooming

    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...

  • Page 21: 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 22: Video Playback

    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.

  • Page 23: Blank Search

    Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. pg. 21) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Stop Button (8) (GR-DVX707/507 only) Power Switch MENU Wheel Lock Button Load a cassette. ( pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

  • Page 24: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    Connections To A TV Or VCR A. Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable. To S-VIDEO Connector To AV Covers*** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. ** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. *** When connecting the cables, open these covers.
  • Page 25 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.
  • Page 26 Normal Playback Of Images ... 28 Auto Playback Of Images ... 28 Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX707 only) ... 29 Playback Of Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX707 only) ... 29 Index Playback Of Files ... 30 Viewing File Information ... 30 Removing On-Screen Display ...

  • Page 27: D.s.c. Recording

    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.

  • Page 28: D.s.c. Playback

    Images shot in a file size other than “640 x 480”, “1024 x 768” and “1280 x 960” (GR-DVX707 only) with another devices will be displayed thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC.

  • Page 29: Playback Of Video Clips (Gr-Dvx707 Only)

    Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX707 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.

  • Page 30: Index Playback Of Files

    For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( For Index Playback of video clip files, perform 1 – 6 in “Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX707 only)” ( pg. 29). For Index Playback of sound files, perform 1 – 6 in “Playback Of Digital Sound Effects...

  • Page 31: Removing On-Screen Display

    D I SPLAY OF F RETURN Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. SELECT Button (GR-DVX707 only) Rewind Button (3) Fast-Forward Button (5) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch MENU Wheel Load a memory card. ( pg. 17) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.
  • Page 32 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.

  • Page 33: Deleting Files

    Deleting Files Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. SELECT Button (GR-DVX707 only) Rewind Button (3) Fast-Forward Button (5) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel Load a memory card. ( pg.

  • Page 34: Making A New Folder

    D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) 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...
  • Page 35 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)”...

  • Page 36: Initialising A Memory Card

    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.
  • Page 37 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (GR-DVX707/507 only) USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ... 66 Audio Dubbing ... 70 Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX707 only) Insert Editing ... 72 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ... 78...

  • Page 38: Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    ( VIDEO/MEMORY Switch MENU Wheel For Video and D.S.C. (GR-DVX707/507 only) Recording Menus: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO” or “MEMORY”. (GR-DVX707/507 only) Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
  • Page 39 Menus with Sub Menus — m CAMERA, q MANUAL, s SYSTEM, n DISPLAY, o DSC (GR-DVX707/507 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.

  • Page 40: Recording Menus

    Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. pg. 42) If an unusable Wipe/Fader Effect is selected, its indicator blinks in blue or goes out. VIDEO/MEMORY (GR-DVX707/507 only) Power Switch MENU Wheel Lock Button Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped.
  • Page 41 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.

  • Page 42: Program Ae With Special Effects

    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.

  • Page 43: Exposure Control (Gr-Dvx707/507 Only)

    SLOW 4X SLOW 10X * For GR-DVX707: Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”. Exposure Control (GR-DVX707/507 only) EXPOSURE For details, refer to “Exposure Control” ( Indicator Parameter — AUTO — MANUAL White Balance Adjustment W. BALANCE For details, refer to “White Balance Adjustment”...

  • Page 44: Camera Menu

    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.
  • Page 45 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.

  • Page 46: Manual Menu

    SQUEEZE* S.WIDE* (GR-DVX707 only) * For GR-DVX707/507: Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”. To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. NOTES: Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 47 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-DVX707/507 only)” ( Refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment (GR-DVX707/507 only)” pg. 54). ” indicator appears.

  • Page 48: System Menu

    Tally lamp setting TALLY ID number setting (GR-DVX407/400 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.

  • Page 49: Display Menu

    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.
  • Page 50 1024 x 768/STANDARD 1280 x 960/FINE*** 1280 x 960/STANDARD*** Provided with GR-DVX507 only ** Provided with GR-DVX707 only (12 sound effects pre-stored) *** GR-DVX707 only Recording media selection REC SELECT The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE and STANDARD (in order of quality).

  • Page 51: Playback Menus

    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.
  • Page 52 System Menu SYSTEM BEEP BEEP MELODY TALLY ID NUMBER (GR-DVX407/ 400 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.

  • Page 53: Features For Recording

    • Some modes of “Program AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 42). • “Snapshot Flash (GR-DVX707/507 only)” pg. 54). • “GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu. ( • “DIS” in MANUAL Menu. ( During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus.

  • Page 54: Snapshot Flash (Gr-Dvx707/507 Only)

    Snapshot Flash (GR-DVX707/ 507 only) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch SNAPSHOT Button MENU Wheel The flash can be used when a snapshot is taken in Record-Standby mode. ( pg. 27, 53) When the Power Switch is set to “A”, the flash automatically fires if it is dark ( appears).

  • Page 55: Auto Focus

    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...

  • Page 56: Exposure Control

    Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. For GR-DVX707/507: Set “p EXPOSURE” to “MANUAL”. ( For GR-DVX407/400: Press EXPOSURE. The exposure control indicator appears.

  • Page 57: Iris Lock

    Iris Lock MENU Wheel BACKLIGHT Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DVX707/ 507 only) Power Switch EXPOSURE Button Lock Button (GR-DVX407/400 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.

  • Page 58: 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. —...

  • Page 59: Recording Digital Sound Effects (Gr-Dvx707 Only)

    Recording Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX707 only) MENU Wheel D.SOUND Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch INDEX Button The sound effects pre-stored in the provided memory card can be dubbed onto a tape. Load a cassette. ( pg. 16) Load the provided memory card. ( Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

  • Page 60: E-Mail Clip Recording (Gr-Dvx707 Only)

    Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The normal screen reappears. To view video clips stored in a memory card… Refer to “Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX707 only)” ( Lock Button To delete unwanted video clips stored in a memory card…...
  • Page 61 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The normal screen reappears. To view video clips stored in a memory card… Refer to “Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVX707 only)” ( pg. 29). To delete unwanted video clips stored in a memory card…...

  • Page 62: Dubbing

    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 If your VCR has a purposes.

  • Page 63: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv In Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    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.

  • Page 64: (Gr-Dvx707/507/407 Only)

    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 65: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (GR-DVX707/507 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.

  • Page 66: 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. ( pg. 68) Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)”...
  • Page 67 25, 62, 74 pg. 68, 73 pg. 68 pg. 68 Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on a tape ( pg. 22) Displays previous file in a memory card (GR-DVX707/ 507 only) ( pg. 28) pg. 75 pg. 69 pg. 69 pg. 74 pg. 73 pg.
  • Page 68 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. ●...
  • Page 69 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.

  • Page 70: Audio Dubbing

    The audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. ( Stereo microphone Speaker Remote sensor Headphone connector (GR-DVX707 only) A.DUB PLAY PAUSE STOP USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (9).

  • Page 71: Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (Gr-Dvx707 Only)

    Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVX707 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.

  • Page 72: Insert Editing

    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.

  • Page 73: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]

    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...

  • Page 74: Make Connections

    JLIP: GR-DVX407/400 *** If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. 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.
  • Page 75 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...
  • Page 76 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.

  • Page 77: Adjustment Of Vcr/Camcorder Timing

    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.

  • Page 78: System Connections

    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 79: Using The Camcorder As A Webcam (Gr-Dvx707 Only)

    Using The Camcorder As A WebCam (GR-DVX707 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.
  • Page 80 DETAILS ... 81 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 82 CAUTIONS ... 88 USER MAINTENANCE ... 91 SPECIFICATIONS ... 92 INDEX ... 94 Controls ... 94 Connectors ... 94 Indicators ... 94 Other Parts ... 94 Indications ... 96 TERMS ... 102 REFERENCES CONTENTS...

  • Page 81: Details

    During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the headphone connector. (GR-DVX707 only) The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback. ( NOTES pg.

  • Page 82: 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 83 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-DVX707/507 only) Playback SYMPTOM 9. Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work. 10. The LCD monitor image is distorted.
  • Page 84 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.
  • Page 85 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.
  • Page 86 • 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...
  • Page 87 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.

  • Page 88: Cautions

    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.
  • Page 89 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 90 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.

  • Page 91: User Maintenance

    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 92: Specifications

    –20°C to 50°C 1/3.8” CCD (GR-DVX707) 1/4” CCD (GR-DVX507/407/400) F 1.8, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens (GR-DVX707) F 1.8, f = 3.6 mm to 36 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens (GR-DVX507/ 407/400) ø27 mm 2.5”...
  • Page 93 Headphone output (GR-DVX707 only) S-VIDEO Input/output (GR-DVX707/507/407 only) Output (GR-DVX400 only) USB (GR-DVX707/507 only) EDIT (GR-DVX707/507 only) JLIP (GR-DVX407/400 only) PC (GR-DVX407/400 only) For General Power requirement Output Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

  • Page 94: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators...

  • Page 95: Controls

    22 h Stereo Microphone... i Lens pg. 55 j Flash Sensor (GR-DVX707/507 only) pg. 22 Be careful not to cover this area, as it contains a sensor required by the flash. pg. 59 k Flash (GR-DVX707/507 only) ...

  • Page 96: Indications

    •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.
  • Page 97 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only (GR-DVX707/507 only) a Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960) (GR-DVX707 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...
  • Page 98 • : Gain Up Mode (Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.) c Red Eye Reduction Indicator (GR-DVX707/507 only) (Appears when the “FLASH” is set to “AUTO C”.) d White Balance Indicator e •...
  • Page 99 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback SEARC H LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback (GR-DVX707/507 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...
  • Page 100 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”...
  • Page 101 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.

  • Page 102: Terms

    Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...13 Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery ...15 Changing The Menu Settings ...38 Channels (Left/Right) ...51 Charging The Battery Pack ...10 Cleaning The Camcorder ...91 Clock adjustment (CLOCK ADJ.) ...15 Connections Charging ...10 Dubbing ... 62 – 65 Random Assemble Editing ...
  • Page 103 Night-Scope ...53 Picture Quality (QUALITY) ...50 Playback sound (SOUND MODE, 12BIT MODE) ...51 Playback Special Effects ...69 Playback Zoom ...68 Power Switch Position ...14 Program AE With Special Effects (PROGRAM AE) Classic Film (CLASSIC FILM) ...42 Monotone (MONOTONE) ...42 Sepia (SEPIA) ...42 Shutter Speed (SHUTTER) ...42 Slow Shutter (SLOW) ...43 Snow (SNOW) ...42...
  • Page 104 Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. EG/EK 0202HOV...

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