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JVC GR-D31US Instructions Manual

JVC GR-D31US Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-D31
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
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
TAPE
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED
FEATURES
REFERENCES
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.
LYT1113-001A
ENGLISH
6
7 – 10
11 – 15
16 – 28
29 – Back Cover
EN

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D31 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 CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK ADVANCED FEATURES REFERENCES 29 – Back Cover For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED ACCESSORIES HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED Power ... 7 – 8 Grip Adjustment ... 8 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 8 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 9 Tripod Mounting ...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

  • Page 4: Important Product Safety Instructions

    LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    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 Core Filter

    • Wind the cable so that it is not slack. NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder. Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Viewfinder on Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC 1 hr. 40 min. Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply 3 hrs.

  • Page 8: Power ............................................................ 7

    As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance. (If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

  • Page 9: Shoulder Strap Attachment

    Tripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over. To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the...

  • Page 10: Getting Started 7

    Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder. Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede.

  • Page 11: Tape Recording & Playback

    If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the to select camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the to select viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape.

  • Page 12: Zooming

    Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to “ also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder. TAPE RECORDING To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.

  • Page 13: 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 14: 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 15: Connections

    VCR and TV instruction manuals. 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.

  • Page 16: For Recording

    • “GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu ( • “DIS” in the MANUAL Menu ( During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended. Program AE With Special Effects Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 17: Fade/Wipe Effects

    Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or when you stop recording. Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 18: Snapshot (For Tape Recording)

    12). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the position (“ ” or camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” ( “BEEP” on pg. 23. is pressed.

  • Page 19: Manual Focus

    Power Switch to “ ”. If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again. NOTES: Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you...

  • Page 20: Iris Lock

    If the white balance is correct, all other colors 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 color/tint reproduction. Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 21: For Recording Menu

    For Recording Menu This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

  • Page 22: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    • When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting. • 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 Stabilizer cannot be used.
  • Page 23 If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTES: If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.

  • Page 24: For Playback Menu

    TIME CODE [OFF]: Time code is not displayed. ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. CLOCK ADJ. Allows you to set the current date and time (...
  • Page 25 SOUND 2: Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo. NOTES: • The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.

  • Page 26: Dubbing

    Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished. NOTES: 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.

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

    ( 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 28: System Connections

    When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depend- ing on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using.
  • Page 29 Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem yourself. 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...
  • Page 30 • 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 31: Troubleshooting

    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 32: Cautions

    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. Plug adapter If there is dust or dirt on the AC Adapter, wipe it clean before using.
  • Page 33 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 34 For Your Maintenance 1) After Use 1. Turn off the camcorder. 2. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. 3. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Camcorder General Power supply : DC 11.0 V DC 7.2 V Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 3.4 W LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 4.7 W Dimensions (W x H x D) : 76 mm x 94 mm x 143 mm (3"...

  • Page 36: Index

    Viewfinder During Tape Recording 0 x W SOUND b i t 5 : 55 INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators LCD monitor Stereo microphone & ( CHARGE ) PLAY LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications 1h50m & 0 ’ Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. 4 5 6 7 Speaker During Tape Playback...
  • Page 37 Appears when the iris is locked ... pg. 8 • SOUND : Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the pg. 11, 23 camcorder ... pg. 13 • BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the pg. 13 LCD monitor ...
  • Page 38 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. pg. 9) E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT...

  • Page 39: Terms

    Blank Search ... Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Connections ... Darken The LCD Monitor ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Demonstration Mode ...
  • Page 40 Self-Recording ... Sepia ... Shuttle Search ... Shutter Speed ... Snapshot ... Snapshot Mode ... Snow ... Sound Mode ... Speaker Volume ... Specifications ... Sports ... Spotlight ... Squeeze ... Still Playback ... Strobe ... COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. pg.

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