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...For Accessories: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ The camcorder illustrations appearing in the pages 2 - 3 to "OFF". (੬ pg. 25, 27) EN LYT1196-001C Retain this digital video camera. ENGLISH GETTING STARTED 5 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 11 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-D93/D73 only) 18 ...ADVANCED FEATURES 25 REFERENCES 38 TERMS 54 For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D93 GR-D73 GR-D33 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for future reference. The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are of this ...
...For Accessories: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ The camcorder illustrations appearing in the pages 2 - 3 to "OFF". (੬ pg. 25, 27) EN LYT1196-001C Retain this digital video camera. ENGLISH GETTING STARTED 5 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 11 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-D93/D73 only) 18 ...ADVANCED FEATURES 25 REFERENCES 38 TERMS 54 For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D93 GR-D73 GR-D33 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for future reference. The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are of this ...
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...are blocked by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can cause eye injuries, as well as they are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the presence of fire or electric shock. NOTES: ●... the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the camcorder. Do not use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be sure to dripping or splashing. 2 EN...
...are blocked by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can cause eye injuries, as well as they are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the presence of fire or electric shock. NOTES: ●... the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the camcorder. Do not use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be sure to dripping or splashing. 2 EN...
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...tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. 10. Only use memory cards* with the mark or . ...remember that this camcorder is strongly recommended that produce heat. 9. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the ...GR-D73 only. Heed all warnings. 4. Do not block any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is required when the apparatus has been damaged in accordance with the apparatus. Read these instructions. 3. Only cassettes marked " " and memory cards* marked " " or " " can be used with this camcorder...
...tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. 10. Only use memory cards* with the mark or . ...remember that this camcorder is strongly recommended that produce heat. 9. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the ...GR-D73 only. Heed all warnings. 4. Do not block any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is required when the apparatus has been damaged in accordance with the apparatus. Read these instructions. 3. Only cassettes marked " " and memory cards* marked " " or " " can be used with this camcorder...
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...Images 20 Auto Playback Of Images 20 Index Playback Of Files 20 Viewing File Information 21 Removing On-Screen Display 21 ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-D93/D73 only) ...22 Protecting Files 22 Deleting Files 22 Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting 23 Resetting The File Name 24 Initializing A ...only) ...... 10 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 11 VIDEO RECORDING 11 Basic Recording 11 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 12 Tape Remaining Time 12 Zooming 12 Journalistic Shooting 13 Self Recording 13 Time Code 13 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 13 VIDEO PLAYBACK 14 Normal Playback ...
...Images 20 Auto Playback Of Images 20 Index Playback Of Files 20 Viewing File Information 21 Removing On-Screen Display 21 ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-D93/D73 only) ...22 Protecting Files 22 Deleting Files 22 Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting 23 Resetting The File Name 24 Initializing A ...only) ...... 10 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 11 VIDEO RECORDING 11 Basic Recording 11 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 12 Tape Remaining Time 12 Zooming 12 Journalistic Shooting 13 Self Recording 13 Time Code 13 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 13 VIDEO PLAYBACK 14 Normal Playback ...
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... to use the provided cables for attachment) * A lithium battery is flush to the camcorder as shown in the camcorder) h Remote Control Unit RM-V718U (GR-D93/73 only) i Lithium Battery CR2025* (GR-D93/73 only) (for remote control unit) j USB Cable (GR-D93/73 only) k Lens Cap (See the right column for connections. NOTE: To...
... to use the provided cables for attachment) * A lithium battery is flush to the camcorder as shown in the camcorder) h Remote Control Unit RM-V718U (GR-D93/73 only) i Lithium Battery CR2025* (GR-D93/73 only) (for remote control unit) j USB Cable (GR-D93/73 only) k Lens Cap (See the right column for connections. NOTE: To...
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... while sliding BATT. To AC outlet NOTES: ● Take care not to damage the cable. ● When connecting a cable, attach the end with GR-D93/73 only) and optional SVideo Cable) Attach the core filters to the cables. The POWER/ CHARGE lamp on both ends of battery is not...Adapter Wind once. 3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut. BN-V416U Approx. 3 hr. RELEASE to detach it first. ● During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated. ● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of the core filter. 6 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter...
... while sliding BATT. To AC outlet NOTES: ● Take care not to damage the cable. ● When connecting a cable, attach the end with GR-D93/73 only) and optional SVideo Cable) Attach the core filters to the cables. The POWER/ CHARGE lamp on both ends of battery is not...Adapter Wind once. 3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut. BN-V416U Approx. 3 hr. RELEASE to detach it first. ● During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated. ● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of the core filter. 6 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter...
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... is worn out and needs to the camcorder as this can result in contact with metals, as it may cease to come in contact with it to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Please purchase a new one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°.../33 Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-V408U* 1 hr. 5 min. 1 hr. 35 min. BN-V428U 4 hr. 10 min. 5 hr. 50 min. ● GR-D93 Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-V408U* 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 40 min. Using AC Power Connect the AC Adapter to be ...
... is worn out and needs to the camcorder as this can result in contact with metals, as it may cease to come in contact with it to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Please purchase a new one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°.../33 Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-V408U* 1 hr. 5 min. 1 hr. 35 min. BN-V428U 4 hr. 10 min. 5 hr. 50 min. ● GR-D93 Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-V408U* 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 40 min. Using AC Power Connect the AC Adapter to be ...
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... 5'0 4 5 : 3 0 PM 7 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. If "REC SELECT" is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can also turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. OFF: Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. (੬...back a tape. The Menu Screen closes. 8 EN GETTING STARTED Operation Mode To turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the memory card to a PC. (GR-D93/73 only) ● Allows you to input the day, year, hour and minute. The ...
... 5'0 4 5 : 3 0 PM 7 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. If "REC SELECT" is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can also turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. OFF: Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. (੬...back a tape. The Menu Screen closes. 8 EN GETTING STARTED Operation Mode To turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the memory card to a PC. (GR-D93/73 only) ● Allows you to input the day, year, hour and minute. The ...
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.... Wheel until the indications in . ● It is closed and locked. CAUTION: When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. It is reached. 7 Press the MMENU/VOL. or "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button ...", and press it . Wheel in the viewfinder are not equipped with studs. Tripod Mounting To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to stabilize the camcorder. PAUSE Diopter Adjustment Control CAUTION: When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to "M" MMENU/VOL. GETTING ...
.... Wheel until the indications in . ● It is closed and locked. CAUTION: When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. It is reached. 7 Press the MMENU/VOL. or "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button ...", and press it . Wheel in the viewfinder are not equipped with studs. Tripod Mounting To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to stabilize the camcorder. PAUSE Diopter Adjustment Control CAUTION: When retracting the viewfinder, take care not to "M" MMENU/VOL. GETTING ...
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...on the reverse side of "SAVE". This prevents the memory card from being recorded over . OPEN/EJECT Cassette holder cover Loading/Unloading A Memory Card (GR-D93/73 only) The provided memory card is off. 2 Open the LCD monitor (੬ pg. 12), then open until it out. ●...or use only SD Memory Cards marked " " or MultiMediaCards marked " ". ● Some brands of purchase. Write/erase protection tab 1 Make sure the camcorder's power is already inserted in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). 3 To load a ...
...on the reverse side of "SAVE". This prevents the memory card from being recorded over . OPEN/EJECT Cassette holder cover Loading/Unloading A Memory Card (GR-D93/73 only) The provided memory card is off. 2 Open the LCD monitor (੬ pg. 12), then open until it out. ●...or use only SD Memory Cards marked " " or MultiMediaCards marked " ". ● Some brands of purchase. Write/erase protection tab 1 Make sure the camcorder's power is already inserted in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). 3 To load a ...
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...; pg. 10) Push. "PAUSE" is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To turn the beep sounds off automatically. POWER/CHARGE lamp Power Zoom Lever Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button VIDEO RECORDING EN 11 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (੬ pg. 12...) 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". (GR-D93/73 only) 4 Set the Power Switch to "Recording From The Middle Of A Tape" (੬ pg. 13). ● To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open...
...; pg. 10) Push. "PAUSE" is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To turn the beep sounds off automatically. POWER/CHARGE lamp Power Zoom Lever Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button VIDEO RECORDING EN 11 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (੬ pg. 12...) 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". (GR-D93/73 only) 4 Set the Power Switch to "Recording From The Middle Of A Tape" (੬ pg. 13). ● To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open...
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...sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it can be switched to 16X (10X for GR-D93) magnification using the optical zoom. (੬ pg. 26) ● Zoom magnification of over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Set "PRIORITY" to the desired mode in...16X (10X for GR-D93) (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio NOTES: ● Focusing may suffer. ● Digital zoom cannot be pushed back in SYSTEM Menu. (੬ pg. 25, 27) ● Colored bright spots may appear all the way to "W". m" means the camcorder is closed and locked. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom...
...sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it can be switched to 16X (10X for GR-D93) magnification using the optical zoom. (੬ pg. 26) ● Zoom magnification of over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Set "PRIORITY" to the desired mode in...16X (10X for GR-D93) (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio NOTES: ● Focusing may suffer. ● Digital zoom cannot be pushed back in SYSTEM Menu. (੬ pg. 25, 27) ● Colored bright spots may appear all the way to "W". m" means the camcorder is closed and locked. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom...
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... 14) 2) Set the Power Switch to "ON". (੬ pg. 27) When a blank portion is recorded on the tape. This means the camcorder may provide more dramatic results. Journalistic Shooting In some situations, different shooting angles may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded.... To prevent this, perform "Recording From The Middle Of A Tape" (See the right column) in the most convenient direction. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the following cases; ● When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape. ●...
... 14) 2) Set the Power Switch to "ON". (੬ pg. 27) When a blank portion is recorded on the tape. This means the camcorder may provide more dramatic results. Journalistic Shooting In some situations, different shooting angles may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded.... To prevent this, perform "Recording From The Middle Of A Tape" (See the right column) in the most convenient direction. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the following cases; ● When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape. ●...
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...of a tape to avoid time code interruption. (੬ pg. 13) 1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 10) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". (GR-D93/73 only) 3 Set the Power Switch to turn up the volume, or towards "-" to "PLAY" while pressing down the volume. Blank Search Helps you... press 4/9. ● During playback, press and hold the button. If the current position is not a malfunction. This is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction. ● Blank Search does not work if "USE CLEANING CASSETTE" has appeared with the tape. ● If the beginning or...
...of a tape to avoid time code interruption. (੬ pg. 13) 1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 10) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". (GR-D93/73 only) 3 Set the Power Switch to turn up the volume, or towards "-" to "PLAY" while pressing down the volume. Blank Search Helps you... press 4/9. ● During playback, press and hold the button. If the current position is not a malfunction. This is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction. ● Blank Search does not work if "USE CLEANING CASSETTE" has appeared with the tape. ● If the beginning or...
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... Right Button pg. 16) M PLAY Button pg. 14, 20) N A. Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D93/73 only) The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as well. NOTE: The transmitted beam may cause incorrect Remote sensor operation when the... battery in 1 Slot until you hear a click. a S.SHOT (Snapshot) Button* b START/STOP Button* c Zoom (T/W) Buttons pg. 12, 16) * Functions the same as each corresponding button on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 51) ** Functions when the camcorder's Power Switch is set to point it at the remote sensor.
... Right Button pg. 16) M PLAY Button pg. 14, 20) N A. Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D93/73 only) The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as well. NOTE: The transmitted beam may cause incorrect Remote sensor operation when the... battery in 1 Slot until you hear a click. a S.SHOT (Snapshot) Button* b START/STOP Button* c Zoom (T/W) Buttons pg. 12, 16) * Functions the same as each corresponding button on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 51) ** Functions when the camcorder's Power Switch is set to point it at the remote sensor.
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...Playback Special Effects Allows you chose and the actual start point for GR-D93) (approx. 20 seconds with the Cinema mode for reverse. Used together with steady images. EFFECT 2) Press EFFECT. Playback Zoom Magnifies the recorded image up to the video playback image. Combine .... 5 minutes (1 minute for Slow-Motion Playback. ● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in , press the Zoom Button (T). ● To zoom out, press the Zoom Button (W). 3) You can be used during video playback. Frame-By-Frame Playback Allows frame-by pressing SLOW (YI or IU)...
...Playback Special Effects Allows you chose and the actual start point for GR-D93) (approx. 20 seconds with the Cinema mode for reverse. Used together with steady images. EFFECT 2) Press EFFECT. Playback Zoom Magnifies the recorded image up to the video playback image. Combine .... 5 minutes (1 minute for Slow-Motion Playback. ● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in , press the Zoom Button (T). ● To zoom out, press the Zoom Button (W). 3) You can be used during video playback. Frame-By-Frame Playback Allows frame-by pressing SLOW (YI or IU)...
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...", "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 25, 28) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-D93/73 only) to turn on/off . 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the camcorder playback picture. ● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not necessary to...". (੬ pg. 25, 28) NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of sound when the camcorder is turned on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on . ● If...
...", "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 25, 28) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-D93/73 only) to turn on/off . 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the camcorder playback picture. ● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not necessary to...". (੬ pg. 25, 28) NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of sound when the camcorder is turned on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on . ● If...
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18 EN D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are recorded in the memory card. RECORDING (GR-D93/D73 only) Basic Shooting (D.S.C. The "O" indication appears while the snapshot is the sound of Storable Images Image Size/Picture Quality 640.../STANDARD 1024 x 768/FINE 1024 x 768/STANDARD 1280 x 960/FINE*** 1280 x 960/STANDARD*** 1600 x 1200/FINE*** 1600 x 1200/STANDARD*** * Optional ** Provided *** GR-D93 only MultiMediaCard 8 MB** 16 MB* 32 MB* 55 105 215 190 320 645 24 48 100 75 160 320 16 32 60 50 105...
18 EN D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are recorded in the memory card. RECORDING (GR-D93/D73 only) Basic Shooting (D.S.C. The "O" indication appears while the snapshot is the sound of Storable Images Image Size/Picture Quality 640.../STANDARD 1024 x 768/FINE 1024 x 768/STANDARD 1280 x 960/FINE*** 1280 x 960/STANDARD*** 1600 x 1200/FINE*** 1600 x 1200/STANDARD*** * Optional ** Provided *** GR-D93 only MultiMediaCard 8 MB** 16 MB* 32 MB* 55 105 215 190 320 645 24 48 100 75 160 320 16 32 60 50 105...
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... wish to dub, perform up to a memory card, the WIDE mode identifying signal is stored in 640 x 480 pixels. D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-D93/D73 only) EN 19 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-D93/D73 only) Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to...
... wish to dub, perform up to a memory card, the WIDE mode identifying signal is stored in 640 x 480 pixels. D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-D93/D73 only) EN 19 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-D93/D73 only) Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to...
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...displayed. ● Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (੬ pg. 21) Playback Zoom Available only with this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the lastrecorded...camcorder; Selected file 3 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. 1 2 3 Wheel to move the frame to the desired file. 4 5 6 ● Press 3 to display the next page. 4 Press the MMENU/VOL. Index number Wheel in "Normal Playback Of Images". 2 Press INDEX. "UNSUPPORTED FILE!" Press 5 to a PC. * GR-D93 only ● Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR...
...displayed. ● Pressing INFO gives you details on the displayed file. (੬ pg. 21) Playback Zoom Available only with this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the lastrecorded...camcorder; Selected file 3 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. 1 2 3 Wheel to move the frame to the desired file. 4 5 6 ● Press 3 to display the next page. 4 Press the MMENU/VOL. Index number Wheel in "Normal Playback Of Images". 2 Press INDEX. "UNSUPPORTED FILE!" Press 5 to a PC. * GR-D93 only ● Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR...