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INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
VIDEOCÁMARA DIGITAL
GR-DA30U
LYT1776-001A
EN SP
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this
digital video camera. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 2 – 4 to
ensure safe use of this product.
Estimado cliente:
Gracias por comprar esta
videocámara digital. Antes de
usarla, lea la información de
seguridad y las precauciones
contenidas en las páginas 2 – 4
para garantizar un uso seguro
de este producto.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which is located on
the bottom of the camcorder.
Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No.
Serial No.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA VIDEOCÁMARA DIGITAL GR-DA30U LYT1776-001A EN SP Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 – 4 to ensure safe use of this product.

  • Page 2: Read This First

    • Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. • It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes. Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of commercially available cassette tapes complying with the MiniDV standard, but...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. • This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
  • Page 4 It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started Accessories ... 6 Attach the Lens Cap ... 6 Attach the Core Filter ... 6 Attach the Shoulder Strap ... 7 Grip Adjustment ... 7 Tripod Mounting... 7 Index ... 8 LCD Monitor Indications ... 10 Power ... 11 Language Settings ...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. Attach the Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. Attach the Core Filter Attach the core fi...

  • Page 7: Attach The Shoulder Strap

    • Before making the adjustment, remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro. Tripod Mounting To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise.

  • Page 8: Index

    Getting Started BATT How to adjust the LCD Monitor 30˚ Index PLAY 2 K 3 4 Slide the LCD monitor in the most convenient position. It can slide 30° (15° downward, 15° upward) Note: Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor. However, this is not a malfunction.
  • Page 9 Set the power switch while pressing down the lock button. PLAY: To play back a recording on the tape. OFF: To switch off the camcorder. REC: To perform recording on the tape. Auto/Manual Mode Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/manual recording mode.

  • Page 10: Lcd Monitor Indications

    ( Selected Effect Indicator ( ) Selected Program AE Indicator ( * SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator ( 21) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.) + Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) ( (only indicator is displayed) , Approximate Zoom Ratio ( - Zoom Indicator ( .

  • Page 11: Power

    3 times the planned shooting time. Attention: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. Getting Started Maximum Required Continuous...

  • Page 12: Language Settings

    DATA several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Using AC Power Perform step in “Charging The Battery Pack”...

  • Page 13: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

    Press £ whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen. Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks.

  • Page 14: Recording & Playback

    Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette 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 Zoom indication starts blinking.

  • Page 15: Zoom

    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 20).

  • Page 16: Normal Playback

    Still Playback VOL. +/- Pauses during video playback. 1 Press 6 during playback. 2 To resume normal playback, press 6 again. • If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. 18).

  • Page 17: Variable Shuttle Search

    • To cancel Blank Search, press 8. Notes: • Before starting Blank Search, 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.

  • Page 18: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    • Conversion lens and AV Cable may not be used at the same time depending on the type of conversion lens you are using. • It is recommended to use JVC conversion lens. Some conversion lens may not be compatible with this camcorder.

  • Page 19: Advanced Features

    Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to- use, on-screen menu system that simplifi es many of the more detailed camcorder settings 19 – 23). Power Switch 1 Select MENU 2 SET For Video Recording Menu: • Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( •...

  • Page 20: Recording Menus

    [ON]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera- Notes: • Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, • Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. • DIS cannot be activated when “NIGHT” in “PROGRAM AE”, or GAIN UP OFF: [AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
  • Page 21 *SP indicator does not appear on the screen. Notes: • If the recording mode is switched, the playback picture will be blurred at • During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of SOUND MODE [12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate 16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate The “DISPLAY”...

  • Page 22: Playback Menus

    21. SOUND L/R and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the sound to accompany your playback picture. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Disengages the function.
  • Page 23 Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference. It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in VIDEO Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder during dubbing. ( * SP indicator does not appear on the screen.

  • Page 24: Features For Recording

    Features for recording Manual Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infi nity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition.

  • Page 25: Iris Lock

    Iris Lock 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. Use this function in the following situations: • When shooting a moving subject. •...

  • Page 26: White Balance Adjustment

    The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction. Set the Power Switch to “REC” ( Set the recording mode to “M”...

  • Page 27: Wipe Or Fader Effects

    Set the recording mode to “M”. ( Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or “SHUTTER” in “FUNCTION” Menu ( • The selected effect will be shown for approx. 2 seconds before the camcorder returns to the menu screen. Notes: • Shutter Effects cannot be used during “NIGHT”.

  • Page 28: Editing

    Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. During Night-Alive, it may be diffi cult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.

  • Page 29: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    . If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again. • When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U or VC-VDV206U DV cable. To use this camcorder as a recorder Make sure all units are turned off.

  • Page 30: Connection To A Personal Computer

    ( • When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC.

  • Page 31: References

    If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Problem Recording cannot be • The tape’s erase protection tab is performed. set to “SAVE”. • “TAPE END” appears. • The cassette holder cover is open.
  • Page 32 Remedy: Eject the cassette and reinsert.* REINSERT TAPE * The camcorder turns off automatically. Re-check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Possible Cause Meaning / Remedy 12).

  • Page 33: Cautions

    AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the...

  • Page 34: Lcd Monitor

    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 35: User Maintenance

    Changes or modifi cations not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 36: Specifi Cations

    AC 110 V to 240 V~, 50 Hz/60 Hz Specifi cations shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E & O.E. Design and specifi cations subject to change without notice. Camcorder For Digital Video Camera Format DV format (SD mode)

  • Page 37: Terms

    Symbols 16:9 Output ... 21, 23 AC Adapter ... 11 Auto/Manual Mode ... 9 Backlight Compensation ... 25 Battery Cover ... 11 Battery Pack ... 11, 33 Blank Search ... 17 Bright ... 21, 23 Cam Reset ... 22 Changing The Menu Settings ...
  • Page 38 MEMO...
  • Page 39 Printed in Malaysia © 2007 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 0707YDR-NF-MP...

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