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JVC GR-D50 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-D50
GR-D40
GR-D30
GR-D20
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital
Video Camera:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
TAPE
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED
FEATURES
REFERENCES
EN
LYT1098-001A
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7 – 10
11 – 15
16 – 33
34 – 47

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA CONTENTS GR-D50 AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GR-D40 GR-D30 GETTING STARTED 7 – 10 GR-D20 TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 11 – 15 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital ADVANCED Video Camera: FEATURES 16 – 33 http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Snapshot (For Tape Recording) ........ 18 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Auto Focus ............18 SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE Manual Focus ............ 19 SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT Exposure Control ..........19 Iris Lock ............20 PROVIDED ACCESSORIES White Balance Adjustment ........20 HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP Manual White Balance Operation ......

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder Adapter are on its upper and lower sides. playback are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the CAUTION: camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi- voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord.

  • Page 4: Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment

    Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    PROVIDED ACCESSORIES Battery Pack BN-V408U Audio/Video Cable AC Adapter AP-V11E or AP-V13E (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) USB Cable (GR-D50/D40 only) Shoulder Strap Power Cord Lithium Battery* CR2025 (for remote control unit) Core Filter x 2 (for optional S-Video Cable...

  • Page 6: How To Attach The Core Filter

    HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with your model pg. 5) to an optional cable(s). The Core Filter reduces interference. 3 cm Stopper Wind once Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm Close the Core Filter until it stoppers on both of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”. AC Power Adapter/Charger Approximate recording time Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V408U 1 hr.

  • Page 8: Grip Adjustment

    ● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, Grip Adjustment it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. Separate the Velcro strip. ● The following operation stops charging: Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the •...

  • Page 9: Shoulder Strap Attachment

    Shoulder Strap Attachment Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject Thread the strap through the eyelet , then fold it a cassette. back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of other eyelet...

  • Page 10: Date/Time Settings

    ● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do D I SPLAY D I SPLAY not apply force. BR I GHT ● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder ON SC RE N –...

  • Page 11: Tape Recording & Playback

    Basic Recording Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8) ● Load A Cassette ( pg. 9) ● Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 10) Remove the lens cap.

  • Page 12: Zooming

    Allows you to switch off the camcorder. PLAY: • Allows you to play back a recording on the tape. • Allows you to transfer still/moving images recorded on the tape to a computer (GR-D50/D40 only). Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to “...

  • Page 13: Time Code

    Time Code Normal Playback During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. Load a tape ( pg. 9). This code is to confirm the location of the recorded Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing scene on the tape during playback. down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 14: Blank Search

    NOTES: Blank Search ● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is Helps you find where you should start recording in the supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption automatically.

  • Page 15: Connections

    ● If no image is displayed or no sound is heard from the TV, set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (GR-D50/D30 only, pg. 24). ● While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

  • Page 16: For Recording

    NOTES: Night-Scope ● Programme AE with special effects can be changed Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they during recording or during Record-Standby. ● Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot be would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is used during Night-Scope.

  • Page 17: Fade/Wipe Effects

    Fade/Wipe Effects FADER — WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen. These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to FADER — BLACK the next. Fade in or out with a black screen. Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or FADER —...

  • Page 18: Snapshot (For Tape Recording)

    NOTES: Snapshot (For Tape Recording) ● To remove the shutter sound, “BEEP” on pg. 23. ● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” This feature lets you record still images that look like blinks photographs onto a tape. when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

  • Page 19: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus Exposure Control To obtain correct focus. Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: If you are using the viewfinder, you should already • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments background is too bright.

  • Page 20: Iris Lock

    Iris Lock Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel to select “ (W.BALANCE)”, then press it. Use this function in the following situations: Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel to select the • When shooting a moving subject. desired mode. • When the distance to the subject changes (so its size “AUTO”: White balance is adjusted automatically in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such (factory preset).

  • Page 21: For Recording Menu

    WIPE/FADER For Recording Menu Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 17). This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the PROGRAM AE more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 21 – 24). Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 22: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    SNAP MODE TELE MACRO Refer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” ( pg. 18). [OFF]: To turn off this function. ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens GAIN UP is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the brightness adjustment.
  • Page 23 SYSTEM PRIORITY [LCD]: When the LCD monitor is fully open, even if “ SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power the viewfinder is pulled out, the image is displayed Switch is set to “ ” are also applied when the only on the LCD monitor;...

  • Page 24: For Playback Menu

    It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in the desired function menu, and press it. “ VIDEO” Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder during dubbing (GR-D50/D30 only, pg. 26, Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel to select the 27).
  • Page 25 NOTES: VIDEO DISPLAY • You can also use the provided remote control’s AUDIO • Settings made in the “ VIDEO DISPLAY” Menu are button to change the output sound (without having to effective only for tape playback. access the Playback Menu). Make sure you point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor I V DEO D I SPLAY BR I GH...

  • Page 26: Dubbing

    To use this camcorder as a player ➝ use the provided To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder (GR-D50/ cable adapter. D30 only) To use this camcorder as a recorder (GR-D50/D30 only) ➝ use a commercially available output cable adapter. 1. Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”...

  • Page 27: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    7). ( CHARGE ) ● If the remote control is used when both the player and PLAY recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the DV cable same operation. To prevent this from happening, press (optional) the buttons on both units.

  • Page 28: Using The Remote Control Unit

    Playback Special Effects Make sure “REMOTE” in the SYSTEM Menu is set to “ON” ( pg. 23) and the remote control is To allow you to add creative effects to the playback pointed at the remote sensor . The transmitted image.

  • Page 29: Audio Dubbing

    ● During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes the camcorder’s AV connector, first set “S/AV INPUT” to recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert Editing “ON” in the Menu Screen (GR-D50/D30 only, pg. 24). stops ( pg.

  • Page 30: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]

    IMPORTANT Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as and those of many other makers, it may not work the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for with yours or may offer limited functions.
  • Page 31 ● Make sure to set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu SELECT SCENES Screen (GR-D50/D30 only, pg. 24). ● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote required: sensor.

  • Page 32: For More Accurate Editing

    ● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING AE with special effects, you cannot use the Black & White Fader. In this case the Black & White indicator begins Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the blinking.

  • Page 33: System Connections

    [A] Using USB cable [B] Using DV cable (GR-D50/D40 only) [A] Using USB cable (GR-D50/D40 only) It is possible to do the following things: ● Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC. ● Capture still/moving images in real-time.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the The focus does not adjust automatically. following to see it you can correct the problem yourself. • Focus is set to the Manual mode. ¥ Set Focus to the Auto mode ( pg.
  • Page 35 • 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. ¥ Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor pg. 11).
  • Page 36 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. An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.

  • Page 37: Cautions

    2. Store cassettes . . . Battery Packs ... away from heaters or other heat sources..out of direct sunlight. The supplied battery pack is a ... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock lithium-ion battery. Before using or vibration.
  • Page 38 5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems: 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 39: Specifications

    : ø3.5 mm, 2-pole Pickup : 1/6" CCD Lens : F 1.6, f = 2.7 mm to 43.2 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens * GR-D50/D30 only ** GR-D50/D40 only Filter diameter : ø37 mm LCD monitor : 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD...

  • Page 40: Index

    Controls, Connectors And Indicators Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. 4 5 6 7 LCD monitor Stereo microphone Speaker Viewfinder ^ & ( CHARGE ) PLAY Remote Control INDEX...
  • Page 41 • FF Button* BACKLIGHT Button ........pg. 19 • Right Button ..........pg. 28 Digital Video Input (GR-D50/D30 only)/ PLAY Button* Output Connector [DV] (i.Link*) .... pg. 27, 33 * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry A. DUB Button ...........
  • Page 42 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Recording 1h50m 0 x W & SOUND b i t 25 . 12 . 03 5 : 55 During Tape Playback SOUND BLANK SEARCH VOLUME 25 . 12 . 03 116 : 21 : 24 INDEX...
  • Page 43 Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ” Appears while a tape is running ..............pg. 12 : Playback • : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search ............. pg. 16 : Rewind/Shuttle Search • : Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” : Pause and the shutter speed is being automati- 64 : Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow-...

  • Page 44: Indications

    When it does, you cassette. pg. 38) can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT Appears if condensation occurs.

  • Page 45: Using The Optional Rm-V717U Remote Control Unit

    Infrared Beam Transmitting Window Using The Optional RM-V717U Transmits the beam signal. Remote Control Unit Zoom (W) Button* The RM-V717U remote control unit is provided with the Zoom (T) Button* optional Remote Control kit RM-V717KITU, that also DISPLAY Button* contains the Editing Cable required for Random Assemble Editing ( pg.

  • Page 46: Terms

    AC Adapter ........... pg. 7, 8 Icons ............pg. 21 – 25 Analogue Input ......... pg. 24, 26 Insert Editing ..........pg. 29 Audio Dubbing ..........pg. 29 Iris ..............pg. 20 Auto Date ............pg. 23 Iris Lock ............pg.
  • Page 47 Self-Recording ..........pg. 12 Sepia .............. pg. 16 Set Remote Control/VCR Code ..... pg. 30 Shuttle Search ..........pg. 13 Shutter Speed ..........pg. 16 Slow-Motion Playback ......pg. 13, 28 Snapshot ............pg. 18 Snapshot Mode ..........pg. 18 Snow ..............
  • Page 48 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan 1202-HO-UN-VP COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.

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