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... 15 Viewfinder Adjustment 16 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display 16 Tripod Mounting 16 Loading/Unloading A Cassette 16 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card 17 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 VIDEO RECORDING 18 Basic Recording 18 Tape Remaining Time 18 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 18 ...Dubbing To A VCR 43 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing 44 Connection To A Personal Computer 45 Audio Dubbing (GR-D290 only 46 Insert Editing (GR-D290 only 46 REFERENCES 47 TROUBLESHOOTING 47 USER MAINTENANCE 51 CAUTIONS 52 SPECIFICATIONS 55 TERMS Back...
... 15 Viewfinder Adjustment 16 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display 16 Tripod Mounting 16 Loading/Unloading A Cassette 16 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card 17 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 VIDEO RECORDING 18 Basic Recording 18 Tape Remaining Time 18 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 18 ...Dubbing To A VCR 43 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing 44 Connection To A Personal Computer 45 Audio Dubbing (GR-D290 only 46 Insert Editing (GR-D290 only 46 REFERENCES 47 TROUBLESHOOTING 47 USER MAINTENANCE 51 CAUTIONS 52 SPECIFICATIONS 55 TERMS Back...
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.... 13, 18) GETTING STARTED EN 7 Other Parts U Monitor Latch (੬ pg. 18) V LCD Monitor (੬ pg. 18, 19) W Viewfinder (੬ pg. 16) X Card Cover [MEMORY CARD] (੬ pg. 17) Y Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 13) Z Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 11) a Speaker (੬ pg. 20) b Grip Strap (੬...; pg. 22, 43) R DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 13) S Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT] (i.Link*) (੬ pg. 44, 45) * i.Link refers to cover this area and block the light.) e Remote Sensor (GR-D290 only) (੬ pg. 23) f Camera Sensor (Be careful not to the IEEE1394-1995 ...
.... 13, 18) GETTING STARTED EN 7 Other Parts U Monitor Latch (੬ pg. 18) V LCD Monitor (੬ pg. 18, 19) W Viewfinder (੬ pg. 16) X Card Cover [MEMORY CARD] (੬ pg. 17) Y Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 13) Z Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 11) a Speaker (੬ pg. 20) b Grip Strap (੬...; pg. 22, 43) R DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 13) S Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT] (i.Link*) (੬ pg. 44, 45) * i.Link refers to cover this area and block the light.) e Remote Sensor (GR-D290 only) (੬ pg. 23) f Camera Sensor (Be careful not to the IEEE1394-1995 ...
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...2668; pg. 25) C Shooting Icon (੬ pg. 25) (Appears and blinks during shooting.) D Card Icon (੬ pg. 25) : Appears during shooting. : Blinks in white when a memory card is not loaded. : Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is running.) C Selected Wide Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 33) D : Live Slow Indicator (੬... recording mode. (੬ pg. 33) J Wind Cut Indicator (੬ pg. 33) K Time Code (੬ pg. 34, 36) L Digital Image Stabilizer ("DIS") (੬ pg. 32) M SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 32) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the...
...2668; pg. 25) C Shooting Icon (੬ pg. 25) (Appears and blinks during shooting.) D Card Icon (੬ pg. 25) : Appears during shooting. : Blinks in white when a memory card is not loaded. : Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is running.) C Selected Wide Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 33) D : Live Slow Indicator (੬... recording mode. (੬ pg. 33) J Wind Cut Indicator (੬ pg. 33) K Time Code (੬ pg. 34, 36) L Digital Image Stabilizer ("DIS") (੬ pg. 32) M SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 32) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the...
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...memory cards marked " " or " " can become dirty more video than SP (Standard) mode, but JVC brand cassette tapes are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in a dusty area. Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other container. If you haven't used with the Mini DV... for important video recordings. So, for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. 10 EN GETTING STARTED Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you only use . Play back your camcorder for private consumer use without proper permission is ...
...memory cards marked " " or " " can become dirty more video than SP (Standard) mode, but JVC brand cassette tapes are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in a dusty area. Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other container. If you haven't used with the Mini DV... for important video recordings. So, for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. 10 EN GETTING STARTED Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you only use . Play back your camcorder for private consumer use without proper permission is ...
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...installed in the camcorder) (GR-D290 only) j Shoulder Strap (see the right column for attachment) k Lens Cap (see the right column for attachment) * A lithium battery is flush to the camcorder. GETTING STARTED a AC Adapter AP-V16U or AP-V14U b Battery Pack BN-VF707U c Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA...of the strap, loosen and then tighten the strap in the illustration. Do not use the provided cables for remote control unit) (GR-D290 only) i Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the Remote Control Unit at time of shipment (with one core filter, the end that is closest ...
...installed in the camcorder) (GR-D290 only) j Shoulder Strap (see the right column for attachment) k Lens Cap (see the right column for attachment) * A lithium battery is flush to the camcorder. GETTING STARTED a AC Adapter AP-V16U or AP-V14U b Battery Pack BN-VF707U c Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA...of the strap, loosen and then tighten the strap in the illustration. Do not use the provided cables for remote control unit) (GR-D290 only) i Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the Remote Control Unit at time of shipment (with one core filter, the end that is closest ...
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... 110 V to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the memory card to a PC. ● Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the ...camcorder. M (Manual Recording): Allows you tried to any operation mode except "OFF" while pressing down . Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as this mode. In such a case, consult your battery. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in contact with your nearest JVC...
... 110 V to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the memory card to a PC. ● Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the ...camcorder. M (Manual Recording): Allows you tried to any operation mode except "OFF" while pressing down . Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as this mode. In such a case, consult your battery. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in contact with your nearest JVC...
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... Position VIDEO: Allows you to record on or off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder. INFORMATION: The following explanations in "Language Settings" on the tape and the memory card. Language Settings The language on the display can also turn on/off during playback. (੬...
... Position VIDEO: Allows you to record on or off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder. INFORMATION: The following explanations in "Language Settings" on the tape and the memory card. Language Settings The language on the display can also turn on/off during playback. (੬...
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... the tape from being recorded over . NOTES: ● Some brands of purchase. (GR-D290 only) Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge 1 Make sure the camcorder's power is off then on , as this may not be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to close the cassette holder cover and try again...
... the tape from being recorded over . NOTES: ● Some brands of purchase. (GR-D290 only) Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge 1 Make sure the camcorder's power is off then on , as this may not be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to close the cassette holder cover and try again...
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... battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder's Power Switch to "A" or "M", then set your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set...6 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20) To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV ● Date/Time Set "DATE/TIME" to "AUTO", "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 31, 36) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-D290 only) to turn on/...
... battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder's Power Switch to "A" or "M", then set your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set...6 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20) To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV ● Date/Time Set "DATE/TIME" to "AUTO", "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 31, 36) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-D290 only) to turn on/...
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... on a tape (੬ pg. 21) ● Displays next file in a memory card (੬ pg. 26) Right Button (੬ pg. 24) K A. Buttons And Functions VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 23 The following buttons are available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is 5 m (16 ft). B PAUSE Button ● Pauses the... Auto Playback of your VCR. VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D290 only) The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. (Also available with the Power Switch set to "PLAY") p START/STOP Button ...
... on a tape (੬ pg. 21) ● Displays next file in a memory card (੬ pg. 26) Right Button (੬ pg. 24) K A. Buttons And Functions VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 23 The following buttons are available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is 5 m (16 ft). B PAUSE Button ● Pauses the... Auto Playback of your VCR. VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D290 only) The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. (Also available with the Power Switch set to "PLAY") p START/STOP Button ...
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...memory card. The "O" indication appears while the snapshot is being taken. ● The next shot is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder... 75 160 320 * Optional ** Provided (GR-D290 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with no frame...DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Basic Shooting (D.S.C. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (੬ pg. 13) ● Loading a Memory Card (੬ pg. 17) SNAPSHOT Power Switch VIDEO/ MEMORY...
...memory card. The "O" indication appears while the snapshot is being taken. ● The next shot is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder... 75 160 320 * Optional ** Provided (GR-D290 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with no frame...DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Basic Shooting (D.S.C. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (੬ pg. 13) ● Loading a Memory Card (੬ pg. 17) SNAPSHOT Power Switch VIDEO/ MEMORY...
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...; pg. 24) to "OFF" in step 1. Playback Zoom (GR-D290 only) Available only with the Macintosh, it is recommended that you ...To distinguish between still images taken in the memory card. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the function "Creating a Slideshow From Still Images" in the provided software "Digital Photo Navigator" can view the stored images,...will be transferred to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the card with another device with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in Interval Shooting mode and other still...
...; pg. 24) to "OFF" in step 1. Playback Zoom (GR-D290 only) Available only with the Macintosh, it is recommended that you ...To distinguish between still images taken in the memory card. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the function "Creating a Slideshow From Still Images" in the provided software "Digital Photo Navigator" can view the stored images,...will be transferred to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the card with another device with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in Interval Shooting mode and other still...
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... disappear. ● To display the indicators again, select "ON". Operation mode indicator Folder/file number You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically. 1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 26). 2 Press 4/9 to start Auto Playback. ● ...Press + or - The Index number selected file is displayed. 100-0013 MENU 50m D I SPLAY OFF ON RETURN Battery remaining power indicator DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK The Sub Menu appears. 4 Press + or - PLAYBACK EN 27 Auto Playback Of Images Removing On-Screen...
... disappear. ● To display the indicators again, select "ON". Operation mode indicator Folder/file number You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically. 1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 26). 2 Press 4/9 to start Auto Playback. ● ...Press + or - The Index number selected file is displayed. 100-0013 MENU 50m D I SPLAY OFF ON RETURN Battery remaining power indicator DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK The Sub Menu appears. 4 Press + or - PLAYBACK EN 27 Auto Playback Of Images Removing On-Screen...
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...RETURN T all files stored in "Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 26). 2 Press MENU. NOTES: ● To use Playback Special effects with GR-D290 only). (੬ pg. 24) ● Images are deleted. to select the desired file. 6 Press + or - to select "PROT.ALL", and ... press MENU. ● To cancel protection, select "RETURN". Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16) 2 Load a memory card. (੬ pg. 17) 3 Set "SNAP/SLOW" to the desired mode. (except "SLOW", ੬...
...RETURN T all files stored in "Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 26). 2 Press MENU. NOTES: ● To use Playback Special effects with GR-D290 only). (੬ pg. 24) ● Images are deleted. to select the desired file. 6 Press + or - to select "PROT.ALL", and ... press MENU. ● To cancel protection, select "RETURN". Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16) 2 Load a memory card. (੬ pg. 17) 3 Set "SNAP/SLOW" to the desired mode. (except "SLOW", ੬...
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... + or - The Sub Menu appears. EXECUTE RETURN all files stored in the memory card 4 Press + or - This camcorder is protected and cannot be deleted. NOTES: ● If you load a memory card already set as automatic printing. MENU The Sub Menu appears. 4 Press + or... - To remove protection from all files you want to support future systems such as shown below in a printer compatible with the DPOF (Digital...
... + or - The Sub Menu appears. EXECUTE RETURN all files stored in the memory card 4 Press + or - This camcorder is protected and cannot be deleted. NOTES: ● If you load a memory card already set as automatic printing. MENU The Sub Menu appears. 4 Press + or... - To remove protection from all files you want to support future systems such as shown below in a printer compatible with the DPOF (Digital...
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... off the camcorder) during initialization. appears. ● If you have been protected, are cleared. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY". 2 Set the Power Switch to 0 for the desired number of prints. ● The number of prints can initialize a memory card any settings in the memory card, including those... + or - The FORMAT ERASE ALL EX I ST I NG DATA? Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may cause the memory card to decrease the number, and press MENU. ● Repeat steps 3 through 5 SHEETS 05 for all files and data stored in step 3...
... off the camcorder) during initialization. appears. ● If you have been protected, are cleared. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY". 2 Set the Power Switch to 0 for the desired number of prints. ● The number of prints can initialize a memory card any settings in the memory card, including those... + or - The FORMAT ERASE ALL EX I ST I NG DATA? Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may cause the memory card to decrease the number, and press MENU. ● Repeat steps 3 through 5 SHEETS 05 for all files and data stored in step 3...
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...-preset DSC QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD The Picture Quality mode can be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided with GR-D290 only). (੬ pg. 22, 43) TIME CODE [OFF]: Time code is set to "M". ● The "n" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings except "BRIGHT" and ... pulled out while the LCD monitor is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Two Picture Quality modes are not displayed during recording. (੬ pg. 19) ON: Time code is opened . FINDER: The image is displayed in order of memory card being used. (੬ pg. 25) IMAGE SIZE 640...
...-preset DSC QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD The Picture Quality mode can be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided with GR-D290 only). (੬ pg. 22, 43) TIME CODE [OFF]: Time code is set to "M". ● The "n" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings except "BRIGHT" and ... pulled out while the LCD monitor is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Two Picture Quality modes are not displayed during recording. (੬ pg. 19) ON: Time code is opened . FINDER: The image is displayed in order of memory card being used. (੬ pg. 25) IMAGE SIZE 640...
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... MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in stereo. ON: Dubbed sound is output on both "L" and "R" channels in stereo. (੬ pg. 46) MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both "L" and "R" channels in the memory card (640 x 480 pixels). MENUS FOR DETAILED...
... MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in stereo. ON: Dubbed sound is output on both "L" and "R" channels in stereo. (੬ pg. 46) MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both "L" and "R" channels in the memory card (640 x 480 pixels). MENUS FOR DETAILED...
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... images stored on a memory card to a PC. [B] Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software (GR-D290 only), software equipped with a DV connector-equipped capture board. ● The system may cause malfunctions to the camcorder and/or the PC....174; XP, you are 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 LCD monitor since this can result in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the help...
... images stored on a memory card to a PC. [B] Using DV cable It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software (GR-D290 only), software equipped with a DV connector-equipped capture board. ● The system may cause malfunctions to the camcorder and/or the PC....174; XP, you are 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 LCD monitor since this can result in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the help...
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... monitor or the viewfinder. When the camcorder is not a malfunction. This is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate. ● The DV cable was performed under backlit conditions. HSet...memory card cannot be avoided. HIf you want the lighting to look more than 99.99%) The cassette will not load properly. ● The battery's charge is difficult in places with power turned on the camcorder...HFind a white subject and compose your nearest JVC dealer. HSet the date/time. (੬ pg. 15) ● The built-in the memory card and delete them. (੬ pg. 28)...
... monitor or the viewfinder. When the camcorder is not a malfunction. This is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate. ● The DV cable was performed under backlit conditions. HSet...memory card cannot be avoided. HIf you want the lighting to look more than 99.99%) The cassette will not load properly. ● The battery's charge is difficult in places with power turned on the camcorder...HFind a white subject and compose your nearest JVC dealer. HSet the date/time. (੬ pg. 15) ● The built-in the memory card and delete them. (੬ pg. 28)...