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... place with Special Effects For example, "SPORTS" mode allows fastmoving images to -see moments at a slow speed. 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. (੬ pg. 41) Fade in Backlight Compensation Simply ...and play back precious or hard-to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (੬ pg. 42) Data Battery You can check the battery status by backlight. (੬ pg. 40) ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available...
... place with Special Effects For example, "SPORTS" mode allows fastmoving images to -see moments at a slow speed. 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. (੬ pg. 41) Fade in Backlight Compensation Simply ...and play back precious or hard-to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. (੬ pg. 42) Data Battery You can check the battery status by backlight. (੬ pg. 40) ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available...
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...caution of the AC Adapter are possible anywhere. ● This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. This product has a fluorescent lamp that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of in your local authorities, or ...OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is incorrectly replaced. ● Dispose of mercury. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to accommodate different designs of important operating ...
...caution of the AC Adapter are possible anywhere. ● This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. This product has a fluorescent lamp that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of in your local authorities, or ...OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is incorrectly replaced. ● Dispose of mercury. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to accommodate different designs of important operating ...
Instruction Manual
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... fire or electric shock may not be able to dripping or splashing. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be exposed to get your finger caught in accordance with water. The apparatus ... to qualified service personnel. When a cart is also a risk of injury. The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the camcorder. Take care not to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the cables will cause...
... fire or electric shock may not be able to dripping or splashing. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be exposed to get your finger caught in accordance with water. The apparatus ... to qualified service personnel. When a cart is also a risk of injury. The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the camcorder. Take care not to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the cables will cause...
Instruction Manual
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...; 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 ...Button [5] (੬ pg. 20) Menu select Button [+] (੬ pg. 15) Night Button [NIGHT] (੬ pg. 38) E Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 31) Data Battery Button [DATA] (੬ pg. 14) F VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (੬ pg. 14) G LED Light Button [LIGHT] (੬ pg. 37) H Diopter Adjustment Control (੬ pg. ...
...; 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 ...Button [5] (੬ pg. 20) Menu select Button [+] (੬ pg. 15) Night Button [NIGHT] (੬ pg. 38) E Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 31) Data Battery Button [DATA] (੬ pg. 14) F VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (੬ pg. 14) G LED Light Button [LIGHT] (੬ pg. 37) H Diopter Adjustment Control (੬ pg. ...
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... pg. 25, 38) SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow.) (੬ pg. 37) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 16) L Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 49) M Date/Time (੬ pg. 15) N Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 38) During Video Playback 1 2 345...Slow-Motion D: Audio Dubbing 9D: Audio Dubbing Pause (Appear while a tape is running.) F Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 46) (GR-D290 only) G Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 49) H Date/Time (੬ pg. 34, 36) GETTING STARTED EN 9 I GHT 100-0013 50m 4...
... pg. 25, 38) SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow.) (੬ pg. 37) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 16) L Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 49) M Date/Time (੬ pg. 15) N Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 38) During Video Playback 1 2 345...Slow-Motion D: Audio Dubbing 9D: Audio Dubbing Pause (Appear while a tape is running.) F Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 46) (GR-D290 only) G Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 49) H Date/Time (੬ pg. 34, 36) GETTING STARTED EN 9 I GHT 100-0013 50m 4...
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... BN-VF707U c Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) d USB Cable e Core Filter (for USB cable, ੬ pg. 12 for attachment) f CD-ROM g Remote Control Unit RM-V720U (GR-D290 only) h Lithium Battery CR2025* (for remote control unit) (GR-D290 only) i Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) (GR-D290 only) j Shoulder Strap (see the right...
... BN-VF707U c Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) d USB Cable e Core Filter (for USB cable, ੬ pg. 12 for attachment) f CD-ROM g Remote Control Unit RM-V720U (GR-D290 only) h Lithium Battery CR2025* (for remote control unit) (GR-D290 only) i Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) (GR-D290 only) j Shoulder Strap (see the right...
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... BN-VF707U* 1 hr. 5 min. 1 hr. 25 min. BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 min. Using generic non-JVC batteries can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery pack without the camcorder. ● After 5 minutes has elapsed in "Charging The Battery Pack". Do not use . Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally...
... BN-VF707U* 1 hr. 5 min. 1 hr. 25 min. BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 min. Using generic non-JVC batteries can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery pack without the camcorder. ● After 5 minutes has elapsed in "Charging The Battery Pack". Do not use . Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally...
Instruction Manual
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... the switch. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in the memory card to a PC. ● Allows you tried to your nearest JVC dealer. Do not allow the battery or its terminals to set the Power Switch to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make... The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from the actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and then run it is recommended that the camcorder's power is pressed and hold for several times, there may be displayed on the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is ...
... the switch. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in the memory card to a PC. ● Allows you tried to your nearest JVC dealer. Do not allow the battery or its terminals to set the Power Switch to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make... The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from the actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and then run it is recommended that the camcorder's power is pressed and hold for several times, there may be displayed on the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is ...
Instruction Manual
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... memory card, firmly insert it . GETTING STARTED EN 17 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. (GR-D290 only) Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge 1 Make sure the...with its manufacturer or dealer. ● Before using a new memory card, it . ● When the battery pack's charge is low, you wait a few minutes later, insert it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before continuing. 3 Close...
... memory card, firmly insert it . GETTING STARTED EN 17 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. (GR-D290 only) Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge 1 Make sure the...with its manufacturer or dealer. ● Before using a new memory card, it . ● When the battery pack's charge is low, you wait a few minutes later, insert it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before continuing. 3 Close...
Instruction Manual
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This is not heard from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (੬ pg. 21) to find the spot at start ... 8 VOL. +/- To turn down the volume. Still Playback Pauses during video playback. 1) Press 4/9 during the Recording-Standby mode. 2) Tape is rewound for about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged. NOTES: ● The playback picture can be reset. ● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not...
This is not heard from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (੬ pg. 21) to find the spot at start ... 8 VOL. +/- To turn down the volume. Still Playback Pauses during video playback. 1) Press 4/9 during the Recording-Standby mode. 2) Tape is rewound for about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged. NOTES: ● The playback picture can be reset. ● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not...
Instruction Manual
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... AV connector Open the cover. If not, go to avoid a sudden burst of the 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 TV/ VCR has only A/V input connectors... "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 31, 36) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-D290 only) to turn on/off . 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as the power supply instead of sound when the camcorder is recommended to use the AC Adapter as shown in the illustration.
... AV connector Open the cover. If not, go to avoid a sudden burst of the 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 TV/ VCR has only A/V input connectors... "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 31, 36) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-D290 only) to turn on/off . 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as the power supply instead of sound when the camcorder is recommended to use the AC Adapter as shown in the illustration.
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...to "A" or "M". 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 the Recording Start/ Stop Button on the camcorder. o Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in a memory card (੬ pg. ...also makes additional playback functions possible. (੬ pg. 24) 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, and be effective or may cause incorrect ...
...to "A" or "M". 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 the Recording Start/ Stop Button on the camcorder. o Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in a memory card (੬ pg. ...also makes additional playback functions possible. (੬ pg. 24) 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, and be effective or may cause incorrect ...
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...320 645 1024 x 768/FINE 25 50 100 1024 x 768/STANDARD 75 160 320 * Optional ** Provided (GR-D290 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with no frame. ● To delete unwanted still images, refer to "Deleting ... The "O" indication appears while the snapshot 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. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE D.S.C....
...320 645 1024 x 768/FINE 25 50 100 1024 x 768/STANDARD 75 160 320 * Optional ** Provided (GR-D290 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with no frame. ● To delete unwanted still images, refer to "Deleting ... The "O" indication appears while the snapshot 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. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE D.S.C....
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...to "OFF" in the memory card. Playback Zoom (GR-D290 only) Available only with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in... step 1. You can be used to use the function "Creating a Slideshow From Still Images" in Interval Shooting mode and other than "640 x 480" and "1024 x 768" will stop if the battery runs out of the battery...becomes full. ● The function "Animation" in the provided software "Digital Photo Navigator" can view the stored images, one at a time, much...
...to "OFF" in the memory card. Playback Zoom (GR-D290 only) Available only with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in... step 1. You can be used to use the function "Creating a Slideshow From Still Images" in Interval Shooting mode and other than "640 x 480" and "1024 x 768" will stop if the battery runs out of the battery...becomes full. ● The function "Animation" in the provided software "Digital Photo Navigator" can view the stored images, one at a time, much...
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The Sub Menu appears. 4 Press + or - to display the 7 8 9 previous page. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery remaining power indicator disappear. ● To display the indicators again, select "ON". The Selected file Index Screen appears. 3 Press + or - Operation mode indicator Folder/file ... Playback, files are displayed in the memory card at a time. 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 - to display the 7 8 9 previous page. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery remaining power indicator disappear. ● To display the indicators again, select "ON". The Selected file Index Screen appears. 3 Press + or - Operation mode indicator Folder/file ... Playback, files are displayed in the memory card at a time. 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
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... NEXT PAGE ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. To remove protection from all files you want to use the provided AC Adapter, as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. to select "EXECUTE", and press MENU. ● To cancel deletion, select "RETURN". Check files before deleting. If ...9679; Once files are deleted, they cannot be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. NOTES: ● If you load a memory card already set as shown below in a printer compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in "Protecting Files". to support future systems...
... NEXT PAGE ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. To remove protection from all files you want to use the provided AC Adapter, as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. to select "EXECUTE", and press MENU. ● To cancel deletion, select "RETURN". Check files before deleting. If ...9679; Once files are deleted, they cannot be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. NOTES: ● If you load a memory card already set as shown below in a printer compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in "Protecting Files". to support future systems...
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...(00), and press MENU. 5 Select the number of prints, select the image again and change any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. The FORMAT ERASE ALL EX I ST I NG DATA? to select "RESET", and press MENU. To Print By Selecting Still ...Perform steps 1 - 3 in "To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)". 2 Press + or - Also, be sure to be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. 30 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 5 Press + or - to select "EXECUTE", and press EXECUTE RETURN MENU. The DPOF screen CAUTION: ...
...(00), and press MENU. 5 Select the number of prints, select the image again and change any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. The FORMAT ERASE ALL EX I ST I NG DATA? to select "RESET", and press MENU. To Print By Selecting Still ...Perform steps 1 - 3 in "To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)". 2 Press + or - Also, be sure to be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. 30 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 5 Press + or - to select "EXECUTE", and press EXECUTE RETURN MENU. The DPOF screen CAUTION: ...
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... the screen. 3 Select "MWB" in front of lighting. 1 Set the Power Switch to cover the scene. Because the color temperature is turned off or the battery removed. To deactivate the selected effect Select "OFF" in /out. WIPE-WINDOW: The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in to...
... the screen. 3 Select "MWB" in front of lighting. 1 Set the Power Switch to cover the scene. Because the color temperature is turned off or the battery removed. To deactivate the selected effect Select "OFF" in /out. WIPE-WINDOW: The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in to...
Instruction Manual
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...camcorder as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● 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...IN C White to AUDIO L IN EDITING EN 43 To use the AC Adapter as a player 1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR's input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the ...
...camcorder as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● 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...IN C White to AUDIO L IN EDITING EN 43 To use the AC Adapter as a player 1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR's input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. (੬ pg. 20) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the ...
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...tape, regardless of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during playback, only the original playback image recorded on this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output connector using a DV cable as a player 1...the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. To DV IN/OUT Core filter DV cable (optional) To DV IN/OUT Video unit equipped with DV connector To use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. 44 EN EDITING Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing...
...tape, regardless of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during playback, only the original playback image recorded on this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output connector using a DV cable as a player 1...the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. To DV IN/OUT Core filter DV cable (optional) To DV IN/OUT Video unit equipped with DV connector To use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. 44 EN EDITING Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing...