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.... 36) H Rewind Button [3] (੬ pg. 22) Quick Review Button [Q.REVIEW] (੬ pg. 21) Left Button [ GETTING STARTED Controls A Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 36) Data Battery Button [BATT.
.... 36) H Rewind Button [3] (੬ pg. 22) Quick Review Button [Q.REVIEW] (੬ pg. 21) Left Button [ GETTING STARTED Controls A Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 36) Data Battery Button [BATT.
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... (Appears when using Live Slow.)* (੬ pg. 42) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 17) L Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 58) M Date/Time (੬ pg. 16) N Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 44...: Audio Dubbing Pause (Appear while a tape is running.) F Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 54) G Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 58) H Date/Time (੬ pg. 39, 41) I VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator... optional microphone is connected during Audio Dubbing. ੬ pg. 54) * GR-DF470/450 only GETTING STARTED
... (Appears when using Live Slow.)* (੬ pg. 42) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 17) L Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 58) M Date/Time (੬ pg. 16) N Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 44...: Audio Dubbing Pause (Appear while a tape is running.) F Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 54) G Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 58) H Date/Time (੬ pg. 39, 41) I VOLUME: Volume Level Indicator... optional microphone is connected during Audio Dubbing. ੬ pg. 54) * GR-DF470/450 only GETTING STARTED
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... for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. LP (Long Play) mode lets you only use memory cards* with GR-DF470 and GR-DF450 only. Your camcorder is not compatible with the Mini DV mark . Also read "CAUTIONS" on the tape characteristics and the usage environment. ...File Number (੬ pg. 30) C Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 58) D Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 17) Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you record 50% more easily if your video heads before use JVC brand cassette tapes. If you only use ...
... for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. LP (Long Play) mode lets you only use memory cards* with GR-DF470 and GR-DF450 only. Your camcorder is not compatible with the Mini DV mark . Also read "CAUTIONS" on the tape characteristics and the usage environment. ...File Number (੬ pg. 30) C Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 58) D Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 17) Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you record 50% more easily if your video heads before use JVC brand cassette tapes. If you only use ...
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...Filter (for AV cable ੬ pg. 13 for attachment) i CD-ROM* j Remote Control Unit RM-V720U k Lithium Battery CR2025** (for remote control unit) l Memory Card 8 MB*** (Already inserted in the camcorder) m Shoulder Strap (੬ pg. 12 for attachment) n Lens Cap (see the right column for connections. CONTINUED ON ...optimum performance of shipment (with one core filter, the end that is flush to use the provided cables for attachment) * GR-DF470/450 only ** A lithium battery is pre-installed in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is closest...
...Filter (for AV cable ੬ pg. 13 for attachment) i CD-ROM* j Remote Control Unit RM-V720U k Lithium Battery CR2025** (for remote control unit) l Memory Card 8 MB*** (Already inserted in the camcorder) m Shoulder Strap (੬ pg. 12 for attachment) n Lens Cap (see the right column for connections. CONTINUED ON ...optimum performance of shipment (with one core filter, the end that is flush to use the provided cables for attachment) * GR-DF470/450 only ** A lithium battery is pre-installed in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is closest...
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... then run it may not turn on/off the camcorder. About Batteries DANGER! Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY* POWER/ CHARGE lamp Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.* * GR-DF470/450 only GETTING STARTED EN 15 M (Manual Recording): .../" (੬ pg. 40), still images are recorded both on the switch. Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to 240 V. If you to switch off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the AC range from 110 V to flame or...
... then run it may not turn on/off the camcorder. About Batteries DANGER! Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY* POWER/ CHARGE lamp Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.* * GR-DF470/450 only GETTING STARTED EN 15 M (Manual Recording): .../" (੬ pg. 40), still images are recorded both on the switch. Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to 240 V. If you to switch off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the AC range from 110 V to flame or...
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...3 for more than about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion. ● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8. * GR-DF470/450 only The Menu Screen appears. 5 Press SET to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 Press MENU. ... ATTENTION: During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be viewed in the middle of the screen. This is not heard from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. The search continues as long as you release the button, normal playback resumes. ● A slight mosaic effect appears on the...
...3 for more than about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion. ● To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8. * GR-DF470/450 only The Menu Screen appears. 5 Press SET to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 Press MENU. ... ATTENTION: During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be viewed in the middle of the screen. This is not heard from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. The search continues as long as you release the button, normal playback resumes. ● A slight mosaic effect appears on the...
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... available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is set your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. (੬ pg. 25) Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery 2 (CR2025). 1 Pull out the battery 1 holder by pushing the lock tab. 3 1 2 Insert the battery in the Lock tab holder...Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your TV to the appropriate input mode. * GR-DF470/450 only ● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on a tape (੬ pg. 22) ● Displays ...
... available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is set your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. (੬ pg. 25) Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery 2 (CR2025). 1 Pull out the battery 1 holder by pushing the lock tab. 3 1 2 Insert the battery in the Lock tab holder...Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your TV to the appropriate input mode. * GR-DF470/450 only ● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on a tape (੬ pg. 22) ● Displays ...
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...2668; pg. 33). ● When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set to "A" or "M" and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. Snapshot) You can use your...640 x 480/STANDARD 190 320 645 1024 x 768/FINE 25 50 100 1024 x 768/STANDARD 75 160 320 * Provided (GR-DF470 only) DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE To perform shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and...
...2668; pg. 33). ● When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set to "A" or "M" and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. Snapshot) You can use your...640 x 480/STANDARD 190 320 645 1024 x 768/FINE 25 50 100 1024 x 768/STANDARD 75 160 320 * Provided (GR-DF470 only) DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE To perform shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and...
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RECORDING (GR-DF470/450 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with the Macintosh, it is recommended that you reset the file names before shooting. (੬ pg. 32) ● Interval Shooting will stop if the battery runs out of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 15) ● To distinguish...
RECORDING (GR-DF470/450 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with the Macintosh, it is recommended that you reset the file names before shooting. (੬ pg. 32) ● Interval Shooting will stop if the battery runs out of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 15) ● To distinguish...
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For Index Playback of video clip files, perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 29). The Selected file Index Screen of the selected type of image files, perform steps 1 - 5 in "Playback Of Video Clips" (੬ pg. 29). 2 Press INDEX. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. 1 For Index Playback of file 1 2 3 appears. 3 Press >/ PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) Index Playback Of Files Removing On-Screen Display You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. 30 EN D.S.C.
For Index Playback of video clip files, perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 29). The Selected file Index Screen of the selected type of image files, perform steps 1 - 5 in "Playback Of Video Clips" (੬ pg. 29). 2 Press INDEX. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. 1 For Index Playback of file 1 2 3 appears. 3 Press >/ PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) Index Playback Of Files Removing On-Screen Display You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. 30 EN D.S.C.
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... remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) NOTE: If the " " mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be ...9679; Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all files stored in the memory card 4 Press or to use the provided AC Adapter, as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. The DELETE screen appears. 5 Press or to select "CURRENT", and press SET. Also, be sure to select "ALL", and press...
... remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) NOTE: If the " " mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be ...9679; Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all files stored in the memory card 4 Press or to use the provided AC Adapter, as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. The DELETE screen appears. 5 Press or to select "CURRENT", and press SET. Also, be sure to select "ALL", and press...
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...power, as the memory card may cause the memory card to be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. After initializing, all still images. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) CAUTION: Do not perform any time. The memory card is initialized...the provided AC Adapter, as this may be corrupted. You can initialize a memory card any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Press or to select FORMAT "FORMAT", and press SET. The normal playback screen appears....
...power, as the memory card may cause the memory card to be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. After initializing, all still images. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) CAUTION: Do not perform any time. The memory card is initialized...the provided AC Adapter, as this may be corrupted. You can initialize a memory card any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Press or to select FORMAT "FORMAT", and press SET. The normal playback screen appears....
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...; XP, you wish to use to the camcorder.* ● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending...camcorder does not enter the USB mode.* ● The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. ● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software. ● The still images can use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery...images on a tape to conduct video conferences over the Internet, using the provided software (GR-DF470 only), software equipped with a DV connector-equipped capture board. NOTES: ●...
...; XP, you wish to use to the camcorder.* ● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending...camcorder does not enter the USB mode.* ● The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. ● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software. ● The still images can use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery...images on a tape to conduct video conferences over the Internet, using the provided software (GR-DF470 only), software equipped with a DV connector-equipped capture board. NOTES: ●...
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.... 15) ● The battery pack is set to "REC". (੬ pg. 17) ● "TAPE END" appears. HSet "ZOOM" to "VIDEO". HSet "5S" to the Manual mode. The camcorder is not a malfunction. In...the video heads with condensation. HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. (੬ pg. 36, 38) * GR-DF470/450 only HClose the cassette holder cover. HSet "DATE/TIME" to "OFF". HRe-read the sections... still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. HSet the TV to "SAVE". Power No power is supplied. ● The power is dead. HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach it...
.... 15) ● The battery pack is set to "REC". (੬ pg. 17) ● "TAPE END" appears. HSet "ZOOM" to "VIDEO". HSet "5S" to the Manual mode. The camcorder is not a malfunction. In...the video heads with condensation. HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. (੬ pg. 36, 38) * GR-DF470/450 only HClose the cassette holder cover. HSet "DATE/TIME" to "OFF". HRe-read the sections... still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. HSet the TV to "SAVE". Power No power is supplied. ● The power is dead. HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach it...
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...dark due to "AUTO". However, black spots or bright spots of its service life, images on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. HPress BACK LIGHT. (੬ pg. 45) The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. ● Shooting was plugged/unplugged ... of the screen. ● This is activated. HTurn the camcorder's power off and on the tape. This is not due to "SPOTLIGHT". (੬ pg. 48) White Balance cannot be deleted. (GR-DF470/450 only) ● Files stored in clock battery has run out and the previously set "GAIN UP" to ...
...dark due to "AUTO". However, black spots or bright spots of its service life, images on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. HPress BACK LIGHT. (੬ pg. 45) The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. ● Shooting was plugged/unplugged ... of the screen. ● This is activated. HTurn the camcorder's power off and on the tape. This is not due to "SPOTLIGHT". (੬ pg. 48) White Balance cannot be deleted. (GR-DF470/450 only) ● Files stored in clock battery has run out and the previously set "GAIN UP" to ...
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HPoint at the remote sensor. 58 EN TROUBLESHOOTING The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder. (GR-DF470/450 only) HPush in the memory card a few more than 1 hour until condensation disappears. SET DATE/TIME! ● Appears when the date... exhausted. When the battery power is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. (੬ pg. 19) An error indication (01 - 04 or 06) appears. ● A malfunction of some kind has occured. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. Use an optional cleaning cassette. (੬ pg. 63) CONDENSATION, OPERATION ...
HPoint at the remote sensor. 58 EN TROUBLESHOOTING The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder. (GR-DF470/450 only) HPush in the memory card a few more than 1 hour until condensation disappears. SET DATE/TIME! ● Appears when the date... exhausted. When the battery power is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. (੬ pg. 19) An error indication (01 - 04 or 06) appears. ● A malfunction of some kind has occured. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. Use an optional cleaning cassette. (੬ pg. 63) CONDENSATION, OPERATION ...
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... nearest JVC dealer. * GR-DF470/450 only UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occured. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns ...off automatically. Eject the cassette once and reinsert it does, you attempt MEMORY SELECT menu operation with a writeprotected SD Memory Card loaded. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a...
... nearest JVC dealer. * GR-DF470/450 only UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occured. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns ...off automatically. Eject the cassette once and reinsert it does, you attempt MEMORY SELECT menu operation with a writeprotected SD Memory Card loaded. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a...
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...the LCD monitor may heat up. ... carry it away from heaters or other heat sources. ... open the camcorder's chassis. ... Keep it by motors, transformers or magnets). remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is not in use . subject it to become wet. ... soft camera case excessively when the camcorder is being accessed (during transportation. ... expose the lens and viewfinder's lens to soot or steam such as those generated by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. ... out of the battery pack. Memory Cards (GR-DF470/450 only) To properly use...
...the LCD monitor may heat up. ... carry it away from heaters or other heat sources. ... open the camcorder's chassis. ... Keep it by motors, transformers or magnets). remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is not in use . subject it to become wet. ... soft camera case excessively when the camcorder is being accessed (during transportation. ... expose the lens and viewfinder's lens to soot or steam such as those generated by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. ... out of the battery pack. Memory Cards (GR-DF470/450 only) To properly use...
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...disconnect its mirror surface. ● Do not store your nearest JVC dealer. Recording cannot be performed properly. How To Handle A CD-ROM (GR-DF470/450 only) ● Take care not to soil ...or back surface. No picture during playback. ... Also refer to the printed surface). After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it away from an air conditioner. ● Moisture on...disc cleaners or cleaning spray. ● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-connect it is moved from a TV...
...disconnect its mirror surface. ● Do not store your nearest JVC dealer. Recording cannot be performed properly. How To Handle A CD-ROM (GR-DF470/450 only) ● Take care not to soil ...or back surface. No picture during playback. ... Also refer to the printed surface). After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it away from an air conditioner. ● Moisture on...disc cleaners or cleaning spray. ● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-connect it is moved from a TV...
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...35% to 80% Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Pickup 1/6" (680, 000 pixels) CCD Lens F 1.2, f = 2.6 mm to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog Video...8486;, analog, stereo Microphone input ø3.5 mm, stereo DV Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant USB (GR-DF470/450 only) Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0* compliant * Supports at the maximum of storable images ...Full-Speed (12 Mbps) when using 80 min. 66 EN SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (3.5 W*) (LCD monitor ...
...35% to 80% Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Pickup 1/6" (680, 000 pixels) CCD Lens F 1.2, f = 2.6 mm to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog Video...8486;, analog, stereo Microphone input ø3.5 mm, stereo DV Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE1394 compliant USB (GR-DF470/450 only) Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0* compliant * Supports at the maximum of storable images ...Full-Speed (12 Mbps) when using 80 min. 66 EN SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (3.5 W*) (LCD monitor ...