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JVC GR-D338AH Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-D338AH
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories
:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
2 – 4 and 6 to ensure safe use of this
product.
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
PAL
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 22, 25)
ENGLISH
EN
LYT1598-001A
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D338AH Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2 –...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN- VF707U/VF714/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Continue using the camcorder or AC Adapter under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself. ÷ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.
  • 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 ( Auto Button You can change the recording mode between manual setting to the standard mode setting of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO button.( pg. 14) AUTO Backlight Compensation Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button pg.
  • Page 6 So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes. Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of commercially available cassette tapes complying...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED Index ... 8 Provided Accessories ... 11 Power ... 12 Operation Mode ... 14 Auto/Manual Mode ... 14 Power-Linked Operation ... 14 Language Settings... 14 Date/Time Settings ... 15 Grip Adjustment ... 15 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 15 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display... 15 Tripod Mounting...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Index % & 30 31 GETTING STARTED " "...

  • Page 9: Other Parts

    Controls 1Rewind Button [1] ( pg. 20) Left Button [1] ( pg. 14) Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] pg. 19) 2Set Button [SET] ( pg. 14) Data Battery Button [DATA] ( 3Stop Button [7] ( pg. 20) Backlight Compensation Button [BACKLIGHT] ( pg.
  • Page 10 5Effect Mode Indicator ( 6Program AE Mode Indicator ( 7SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator pg. 23) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.) 8Battery Remaining Power Indicator ( 9Approximate Zoom Ratio ( !Zoom indicator ( pg. 18) "Digital Image Stabilizer (...

  • Page 11: Provided Accessories

    11 for attachment) NOTES: 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 12: Power

    Battery pack BN-VF707U* BN-VF714U BN-VF733U * Provided NOTES: It is recommended that only genuine JVC PUSH batteries are used in this camcorder. Using BATT. generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
  • Page 13 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. Data Battery System You can check the remaining battery power and the recordable time.

  • Page 14: Operation Mode

    GETTING STARTED Operation Mode To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Lock Button MENU AUTO Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch.

  • Page 15: Date/Time Settings

    Date/Time Settings The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. ( pg. 24) Perform steps 1 – 4 in “Language Settings” pg. 14). Press 3 or 4 to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press SET or 2.

  • Page 16: Tripod Mounting

    Then tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with studs. Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Cassette holder OPEN/EJECT cover PUSH Cassette holder Make sure the window side is facing out.

  • Page 17: Video Recording & Playback

    (“ PAUSE” indicator may not appear), the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the 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 18: Zooming

    first. 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”. ( Journalistic Shooting In some situations,...

  • Page 19: Quick Review

    NOTES: The time code cannot be reset. During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON”. ( pg. 24) Quick Review Enables to check the end of the last recording. 1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording- Standby mode.

  • Page 20: Video Playback

    To cancel Blank Search midway, press 7. 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 21: Volume

    White to AUDIO L IN* * Not required for watching still images only. 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 22: Advanced Features

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. pg. 22 – 25) Lock Button MENU For Video Recording Menus: Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 23: Recording Menus

    If the recording mode is switched, 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 24: Display

    TV. 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. ( pg. 18)

  • Page 25: Playback Menus

    If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTES: If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.

  • Page 26: Features For Recording

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING Wide Mode This camcorder allows you to choose the type of image output format for recording. [ ] = Factory-preset Set the Power Switch to “REC”. Press 16:9 button repeatedly to choose your selection. 16:9 [4:3]: Records with no change in the screen ratio.

  • Page 27: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus 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 obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

  • Page 28: Iris Lock

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING 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 29: Spot Exposure Control

    The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced ”. ( pg. 14) camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/ ” appears. tint reproduction. To change the setting Set “W.BALANCE” in Function Menu. ( The selected mode indicator except “AUTO”...

  • Page 30: Manual White Balance Adjustment

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual White Balance Adjustment Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. Set the Power Switch to “REC”. Set the recording mode to “ ”. ( pg. 14) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject.

  • Page 31: Program Ae, Effects And Shutter Effects

    14) automatically set to “ your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, pg. 22) the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. SHUTTER OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) SHUTTER 1/50: The shutter speed is fixed...

  • Page 32: Editing

    White to AUDIO L IN* * Not required for watching still images only. Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors. Start playback on the camcorder. ( At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s instruction manual.)

  • Page 33: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To use this camcorder as a recorder Make sure all units are turned off. Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 34: Connection To A Personal Computer

    It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. 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 XP, you can use (4 or 6 pins) on the PC.

  • Page 35: References

    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 36 ➜Set the date/time. ( The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. ➜Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. pg. 26) When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 37 Appears when the date/time is not set. pg. 15) The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.

  • Page 38: User Maintenance

    Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

  • Page 39: Cautions

    LCD Monitor To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO ... push it strongly or apply any shocks..place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom. To prolong service life ... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
  • Page 40 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 41: Specifications

    Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.0 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 3.4 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Dimensions (W x H x D) 59 mm x 94 mm x 114 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back...

  • Page 42: Terms

    TERMS AC Adapter ...13 Auto/Manual Mode ...14 Backlight Compensation ...28 Battery Pack ...11, 12, 39 Blank Search ...20 Changing The Menu Settings ...22 – 25 Charging The Battery Pack ...12 Connection To A Personal Computer ... 34 Connections To A TV Or VCR ...21 Data Battery ...13 Date/Time Settings ...15 Demonstration Mode ...24...
  • Page 43 MEMO...
  • Page 44 Printed in Malaysia © 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 0106MAR-NF-VM...

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