* A lithium battery is pre-installed in the Remote Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation sheet). To use the Remote Control Unit, remove the insulation sheet.
3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.

Strap guide

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. Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

Buckle

Eyelet

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How To Attach The Core Filter (for USB Cable (provided with GR-D93/73 only) and optional SVideo Cable)
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.
POWER/CHARGE lamp Lock Button Power Switch
1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter.
Battery pack mount Stopper
2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx.
3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.
Wind the cable so that it is not slack. 3 cm BATT.RELEASE To DC connector

Battery pack

AC Adapter Wind once.
3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

To AC outlet

This camcorders 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.
Charging The Battery Pack
Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting a cable, attach the end with the core filter to the camcorder.
1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward,
push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount a.
2 Slide up the battery pack until it locks in place b. 3 Set the Power Switch to OFF (CHARGE). 4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder. 5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The POWER/
CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started.
6 When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out, charging
is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

POWER/CHARGE lamp

Power Zoom Lever
Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button
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LCD Monitor And Viewfinder
While using the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press the Monitor Opening Button and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270 (90 downward, 180 upward). While using the viewfinder: Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during use.

Zooming

Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W.
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action. Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
1 xW T xW T 20xW T 40xW T
Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Monitor Opening Button
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set PRIORITY to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. ( pg. 25, 27) Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. However, this is not a malfunction. ( pg. 42)
Digital zoom zone 16X (10X for GR-D93) (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio

Tape Remaining Time

Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. h m means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.

0h 25 m

1h 0m 0h 0m

0h59m 0h 1m

0h 3m 0h 2m
(Now calculating) (Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 32), then zoom in or out in Record mode. Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it can be switched to 16X (10X for GR-D93) magnification using the optical zoom. ( pg. 26) Zoom magnification of over 16X (10X for GR-D93) is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom. During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer. Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY. (GR-D93/73 only) Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to W. Also see TELE MACRO in MANUAL Menu on page 26.

1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY. 2 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down
3 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 12) 4 Press the MMENU/VOL.
5 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select NO.
RESET, and press it. The NO. RESET screen appears.
EXECUTE, and press it. The new folder (such as 101JVCGR) will be made and the file name of the next shot starts from DVC00001. Folder and File names Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using a number which is larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are in use. Even if you delete an image or video clip file with a number in the middle of range, the number will not be used for a new shot; a gap will remain in the numerical sequence. If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder (such as 101JVCGR) will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001.
MENU PROTECT DELETE DPOF NO. RESET FORMAT D I SPLAY BR I GHT END
F ORMAT ERASE AL L EX I ST I NG DATA?
Wheel to select FORMAT, and press it. The FORMAT screen appears.
Wheel to select EXECUTE, and press it. The memory card is initialized.

EXECUTE RETURN

When initialization is finished, NO IMAGES STORED appears. To cancel initialization, select RETURN.
Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. If the memory card becomes corrupted initialize it.
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Changing The Menu Settings
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, onscreen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( pg. 26 28)

Menus without Sub Menus

v WIPE/FADER ( pg. 30) r PROGRAM AE ( pg. 30) p EXPOSURE ( pg. 32) u W. BALANCE( pg. 33) 1) Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select the desired parameter.

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CAMERA

The m settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both A and M. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to M. [ ] = Factory-preset REC MODE [SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode LP: Long Playmore economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time. GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. AUTO : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subjects movements are not smooth or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, is displayed.

MANUAL

The q settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to M. [ ] = Factory-preset DIS OFF: Disables the function. [ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.
Audio Dubbing ( pg. 37) and Insert Editing ( pg. 37) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode. (GR-D93/73 only) 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.
SOUND MODE [12 bit]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models) 16 bit: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models) ZOOM 16X (GR-D73/33), 10X (GR-D93): When set to 16X (10X for GR-D93) while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 16X (10X for GR-D93) since digital zoom will be disengaged. [40X]*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (10X for GR-D93) (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification. 700X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (10X for GR-D93) (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 700X digital magnification.

White LED Light

White LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting.
During Night-Alive, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out: Some modes of Program AE With Special Effects ( pg. 30). GAIN UP in CAMERA Menu. ( pg. 26) DIS in MANUAL Menu. ( pg. 26) During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a still image.
Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to eyes. If the light does not reach the subject, the Night-Alive function will be activated, and makes it possible to shoot the subject brighter. There is a difference in the brightness of the images shot between the centre area which is illuminated by the LED Light and the surrounding areas (which will be darker). Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter speed when the White LED Light setting is ON, they will appear slightly blurred.
1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF: Turns off the light. ON: The light is on always. ( appears.) AUTO: The light turns on automatically when dark. ( appears.)
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SNAPSHOT Button MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button
WIPECORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. WIPEWINDOW: The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the center. WIPESLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. WIPEDOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene. WIPESCROLL: The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

Wipe Or Fader Effects

SPORTS (Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 1/4000) This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions. SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow. SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights.
SPOTLIGHT has the same effect as 3 with the exposure control. ( pg. 32)
When WIDE MODE is set to SQUEEZE ( pg. 26), the O indication blinks in blue and Snapshot recording becomes impossible. If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 30) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. If SNAPSHOT is pressed when DIS is set to ON ( pg. 26), the Stabilizer will be disabled. During playback as well, all snapshot modes are available when COPY is set to OFF in VIDEO Menu. ( pg. 28) However, the shutter sound is not heard. During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no effect in the recorded image. When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.
Snapshot (For Video Recording)
This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO. (GR-D93/73 only) 2 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the
3 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 12) 4 Set SNAP MODE to the desired mode.

( pg. 25, 26)

5 Press SNAPSHOT.
When two subjects overlap in the same scene. When illumination is low.* When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a clear, blue sky.* When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.* When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. * The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and

There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. The O indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder reenters the Record-Standby mode. You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. Regardless of the Power Switch position (A or M), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode.
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean. ( pg. 48) When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally. When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first. ( pg. 12) 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. ( pg. 26)
To remove the shutter sound, refer to BEEP on page 27.
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance ( pg. 33) is automatically set to , but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look. MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the classic film effect. CLASSIC FILM*: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. STROBE*: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 5 provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
The Motor Drive mode is disabled when REC SELECT is set to /. ( pg. 28)

Auto Focus

The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed Focus detection zone below (in these cases perform Manual Focus):
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MMENU/VOL. SNAPSHOT FOCUS
4 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select
p (EXPOSURE), and press it.
5 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select MANUAL, and press it. 6 To brighten the image, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards +. To darken the image, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards. (maximum 6)

During recording, sound cannot be heard.

This is normal.

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.
Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE with special effects, DIS and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. HRe-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE with special effects and DIS. ( pg. 25 31)

No power is supplied.

The power is not connected properly. HConnect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 7) The battery is dead. HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged one. ( pg. 6, 7) The LCD monitor is not open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording. HOpen the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder.
Digital Zoom does not work.
16X (10X for GR-D93) optical zoom is selected. HSet ZOOM to 40X or 700X. ( pg. 26) The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY. (GR-D93/73 only) HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.
The POWER/CHARGE lamp blinks in the RecordStandby mode.
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorders power shuts off automatically. Then, the POWER/CHARGE lamp will blink to indicate for charging if the battery pack is attached to the camcorder and its power is supplied from the AC Adapter. HPush back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor to return to the Record-Standby mode.
Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor.
White spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear on the LCD monitor. This may occur when the Night-Alive function is activated during recording and is not a malfunction.
Video and D.S.C. Playback
Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work.
The Power Switch is set to A or M. HSet the Power Switch to PLAY. ( pg. 14) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY. (GR-D93/ 73 only) HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.
Video and D.S.C. Recording
Recording cannot be performed.
The Power Switch is set to PLAY or OFF. HSet the Power Switch to A or M. ( pg. 11, 18)

For Video Recording

The tapes erase protection tab is set to SAVE. HSet the tapes erase protection tab to REC. ( pg. 10) The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to MEMORY. (GR-D93/73 only) HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO. TAPE END appears. HReplace with new cassette. ( pg. 10) The cassette holder cover is open. HClose the cassette holder cover.
The tape is moving, but there is no picture.
Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode. HSet the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback. ( pg. 17) The cassette holder cover is open. HClose the cassette holder cover. ( pg. 10)

For D.S.C. Recording (GR-D93/73 only)
Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
HClean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette. ( pg. 46)
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO. HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY.
When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.
This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is not a malfunction.
A memory card cannot be played back.
The Power Switch is set to A or M. HSet the Power Switch to PLAY. ( pg. 20) The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO. HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY.

(GR-D93/73 only)

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.
This is not a malfunction.
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Advanced features
The focus does not adjust automatically.
Focus is set to the Manual mode. HSet Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 31) The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. HClean the lens and check the focus again. ( pg. 48) The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low.

Other problems

The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light.
The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low. Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. HTo protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). ( pg. 45)
Snapshot mode cannot be used.
The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected. HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. ( pg. 25, 26)

SET DATE/TIME! appears.

The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. ( pg. 8) The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
The color of Snapshot looks strange.
The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. HFind a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. ( pg. 18, 31) The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). ( pg. 25, 31)

There is no picture.

The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists. HTurn the camcorders power off and on again. ( pg. 8)
The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.
Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. HPress BACKLIGHT. ( pg. 33)
Some functions are not available using the MENU/VOL. Wheel.
The Power Switch is set to A. HSet the Power Switch to M. ( pg. 8)
The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.
The subject is too bright. HSet r to SPOTLIGHT. ( pg. 31)

Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted. (GR-D93/73 only)
Files stored in the memory card are protected. HRemove protection from the files stored in the memory card and delete them. ( pg. 22)
White Balance cannot be activated.
The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. ( pg. 31)
When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
Wipe/Fader effects do not work.
When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.
The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power turned on. HTurn the camcorders power off and on again, then operate it.
The Black & White Fader does not work.
The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). ( pg. 25, 31)
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. HClose the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.
Program AE with special effects does not work.
The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow.
When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when GAIN UP is set to AUTO. HIf you want the lighting to look more natural, set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF. ( pg. 25, 26)
This is not a malfunction. HBy recording with DIS activated ( pg. 25, 26) this can be avoided.
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Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.
In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. When this happens, the displayed colors differ from those that are actually recorded. This is not a defect of the camcorder. HAdjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. ( pg. 9, 12) When the LCD monitors fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer.
An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears.
A malfunction of some kind has occured. In this case the camcorders functions become unusable. H pg. 44.
An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.
Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with highprecision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder during recording or playback. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %)

when no memory card is loaded. when the memory cards memory is full. when the memory card is not formatted. when a write-protected SD Memory Card is loaded. ( pg. 19)
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Appears when no tape is loaded. ( pg. 10) CHECK TAPES ERASE PROTECTION TAB Appears when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE while the Power Switch is set to A or M and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-D93/73 only) is set to VIDEO. ( pg. 8) USE CLEANING CASSETTE Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette. ( pg. 46) CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT Appears if condensation occurs. (The two indications above swiches alternately every 3 seconds.) When this indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears. TAPE! Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/ Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to A or M and the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch (GR-D93/73 only) is set to VIDEO. TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. ( pg. 38) SET DATE/TIME! Appears when the date/time is not set. ( pg. 8) Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. ( pg. 8) LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached. A. DUB ERROR! (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. ( pg. 37)
MEMORY CARD! (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if there is no memory card loaded when you attempt to record on a memory card or access data on a memory card. PLEASE FORMAT (GR-D93/73 only) Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been initialized. Initialize the memory card. ( pg. 24) NO IMAGES STORED (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if there are no image files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback.
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CARD ERROR! (GR-D93/73 only) Appears when the camcorder does not recognize the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it again. Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the indication still appears, the memory card is corrupted. UNSUPPORTED FILE! (GR-D93/73 only) Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible with DCF or a file with a size that is not compatible with this camcorder. CHECK CARDS WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH (GR-D93/73 only) Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images when the write protection tab on the SD Memory Card is set to the LOCK position. E01, E02 or E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

For Digital Video Camera Format DV format (SD mode) Signal format NTSC standard Recording/Playback format Video: Digital component recording Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit) Cassette Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: 18.8 mm/s, LP: 12.5 mm/s Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette) SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min. For Digital Still Camera (GR-D93/73 only) Storage media SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard Compression system Still image: JPEG (compatible) File size Still image: 2 modes (1024 x 768 pixels/640 x 480 pixels) (GR-D73) 4 modes (1600 x 1200 pixels/1280 x 960 pixels/ 1024 x 768 pixels/640 x 480 pixels) (GR-D93) Picture quality 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD) Approximate number of storable images pg. 18 For Connectors S S-Video input (GR-D93/73 only): Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 , analog C: 0.2 V to 0.4 V (p-p), 75 , analog S-Video output: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analog C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 , analog AV Video input (GR-D93/73 only): 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 , analog Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analog Audio input (GR-D93/73 only): 300 mV (rms), 50 k, analog, stereo Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analog, stereo DV Input/output: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant USB (GR-D93/73 only) 5-pin

AC Adapter

Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 11 V G, 1 A Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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Controls
a Menu Wheel [MMENU/VOL.] ( pg. 25)
Speaker Volume Control [MMENU/VOL.] ( pg. 14) b Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ( pg. 18, 31) c Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pg. 12) d Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( pg. 32) Blank Search Button [BLANK SRCH] ( pg. 14) e Diopter Adjustment Control ( pg. 9) f Recording Start/Stop Button ( pg. 11) g Power Switch [A, M, PLAY, OFF] ( pg. 8) h Lock Button ( pg. 8) i Stop Button [8] ( pg. 14) j Rewind Button [3] ( pg. 14) Night Button [NIGHT] ( pg. 29) k Play/Pause Button [4/9] ( pg. 14) l Fast-Forward Button [5] ( pg. 14) Backlight Compensation Button [BACKLIGHT] ( pg. 33) m Index Button [INDEX] (GR-D93/73 only) ( pg. 20) n VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-D93/73 only) ( pg. 8) o Information Button [INFO] (GR-D93/73 only) ( pg. 21) p Battery Release Switch [BATT.RELEASE] ( pg. 6) q Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT] ( pg. 10) r White LED Light Switch [LIGHT] ( pg. 29) s Monitor Opening Button ( pg. 12) For models without button, simply pull on bottom end of LCD monitor to open.

a Image Size: 1600 (1600 x 1200)*, 1280 (1280 x 960)*,
1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) ( pg. 28)

*GR-D93 only

b Shooting Icon ( pg. 18)
(Appears and blinks during shooting.)

c Card Icon ( pg. 18)

: Appears during shooting. : Blinks in white when a memory card is not loaded. d Picture Quality: (FINE) and (STANDARD) (in order of quality) ( pg. 27) e Remaining Number Of Shot ( pg. 18) (Displays the approximate remaining number of shots that can be stored during D.S.C. recording. The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.)
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During Video Playback

12 b i t / M I X L
During D.S.C. Playback (GR-D93/73 only)
BLANK SEARCH PUSH "STOP" BUTTON TO CANCEL

VO L UME 20 : 21 : 25

JA N ' : AM

BR I GHT

a Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 28) b Blank Search Indicator ( pg. 14) c Tape Speed ( pg. 26) d U : Playback 5 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search 3 : Rewind/Shuttle Search
9 : Pause 9 U : Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/SlowMotion Y 9 : Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/SlowMotion D : Audio Dubbing (GR-D93/73 only) 9D : Audio Dubbing Pause (GR-D93/73 only) (Appear while a tape is running.) e Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (GR-D93/73 only) ( pg. 37) f Battery Indicator ( pg. 43) g Date/Time ( pg. 27, 28) h VOLUME +, : Volume Level Indicator (Speaker) ( pg. 14) (The level indicator g moves.) BRIGHT : Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) ( pg. 9) (The level indicator g moves.) i Time Code ( pg. 27, 28)
a Operation Mode Indicator ( pg. 21) b Folder/File Number ( pg. 21) c Battery Indicator ( pg. 43) d Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/Viewfinder)
( pg. 9) (The level indicator g moves.)

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54 EN TERMS

AC Adapter...6, 7 Audio Dubbing...37 Auto Focus..31 Auto Playback Of Images..20 Auto Shut Off..11, 39
Journalistic Shooting... 13
Loading A Cassette... 10 Loading A Memory Card.. 10
Backlight Compensation...33 Battery Pack..6, 7, 45 Beep (BEEP)...27 Blank search...14 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display (BRIGHT).9
Manual Focus.. 32 Memory Card.. 10, 45 Menu Screen CAMERA.. 26 CAMERA DISPLAY... 27 D.S.C. Playback.. DSC... 27 MANUAL... 26 SYSTEM.. 27, 28 VIDEO... 28 VIDEO DISPLAY.. 28 Motor Drive Mode... 31 MultiMediaCard... 10, 45
Changing The Menu Settings..25 Charging The Battery Pack..6 Cleaning The Camcorder..48 Clock adjustment (CLOCK ADJ.)..8 Connections Charging...6 Dubbing...34, 35 To A PC...36 To A TV Or VCR...17

Night-Alive.. 29

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ENGLISH

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE
LYT1197-001A COPYRIGHT 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.

M4D1 DSC

Printed in Malaysia 1003-FO-ID-PJ
This document explains the basic information such as system requirements, installation and connections, etc. for the provided software. For details on the operation, refer to the software instruction manual included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. CAUTION: Operate this equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual. Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any other CD-ROM to run this software. Do not attempt to modify this software. Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void users authority to operate the equipment.
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center hole. Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray. Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface. Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

How to handle a CD-ROM

You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our world wide web server at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html
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Notice for Users

Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready. Product Name Model Problem Error Message Manufacturer Model PC CPU OS Memory Available Hard Disk Space MB MB Desktop Laptop
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter. JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.

System Requirements

Windows
The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC. OS : Windows 98 (pre-installed), Windows 98 Second Edition (98SE) (pre-installed), Windows Millennium Edition (Me) (pre-installed), Windows 2000 Professional (2000) (pre-installed), Windows XP Home Edition (XP) (pre-installed), or Windows XP Professional (XP) (pre-installed) : Intel MMX Pentium, at least 200 MHz : At least 64 MB : USB connector

CPU RAM Connector

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For ImageMixer 1.7

In addition to the requirements on the previous page, the following requirements must be satisfied to use ImageMixer 1.7. OS : The same as requirements on the previous page. However, Windows 98 cannot be used when you connect a camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. Windows 98, Windows 98SE cannot be used when you connect a camcorder to the PC with an IEEE1394 (DV) cable. : For capturing video via a USB cable or IEEE1394 (DV) cable, Intel Pentium III, at least 500 MHz, at least 800 MHz recommended : At least 64 MB, at least 128 MB recommended : At least 230 MB for installation, at least 1 GB recommended : USB connector IEEE1394 (i.LINK) connector : Must be capable of displaying 800 x 600 dots with 16-bit color : Internet Explorer 5.5 or later DirectX 8.0a or later
CPU RAM Free hard disk space Connector Display Miscellaneous

Macintosh

The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC. Hardware OS RAM : iMac, iBook, eMac, Power Mac G4, PowerBook G3 or G4 equipped with a USB connector : Mac OS 9.0.4 to 9.2.2 Mac OS X (10.1.5 to 10.2.6) : At least 64 MB (Mac OS 9) At least 128 MB (Mac OS X)
In addition to the requirements above, the following requirements must be satisfied to use ImageMixer 1.7. OS CPU RAM Free hard disk space Display Miscellaneous : Mac OS 9.0.4 to 9.2.2 Exclude Mac OS X and Mac OS X [Classic] : At least PowerPC G3/400 MHz or PowerPC G4/400 MHz : At least 128 MB : At least 130 MB for installation, at least 1 GB recommended : Must be capable of displaying 800 x 600 dots with 32,000 color : QuickTime 4 or later
The system requirements information above is not a guarantee that the provided software will work on all personal computers meeting those requirements. If your PC does not meet the system requirements above, you can use the optional USB reader/writer CUVUSD70, the PC card adapter CU-VPSD60 or the floppy disk adapter CU-VFSD50 to load the files in the memory card to the hard disk on your PC. (Refer to JVC Accessories on our world web site at: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/) Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Software Installation (Windows)
Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [SETUP] screen in step 3, you can install the following drivers or software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.)
USB Mass Storage Class driver
This driver allows your PC to read and write memory cards in the camcorder. Windows Me/2000/XP: Since there is no need to install this driver, the item is not displayed. Simply connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable, and you can read and write memory cards in the camcorder. Windows 98/98SE: Be sure NOT to connect the USB cable between the camcorder and the PC before installing the driver.
USB Video Streaming driver
This driver allows you to record camcorders audio and video output on your PCs hard disk instead of camcorders video tape. You can also use the camcorder to conduct a video conference over the Internet. Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000: Be sure NOT to connect the USB cable between the camcorder and the PC before installing the driver. Windows XP: The installation procedure differs from that of other operating systems and the item is not displayed. For details, see Installing USB Video Streaming driver for Windows XP users ( pg. 7).

ImageMixer 1.7

This application is used to capture still images and video clips from a camcorder through a USB connector or IEEE1394 (i.LINK) connector, and is also used to manage and edit the still images and video clips, and to create Video CDs.
1 Load the provided CD-ROM in the PC.
After a moment, the [Important Notice] screen appears. If the [Important Notice] screen does not appear, double-click [My Computer] and then double-click the CD-ROM icon.
2 Confirm the contents and then click [Next].
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen appears. From the [SETUP] screen, you can install the desired driver or software.
3 Click [Install] on the right side of the desired software and follow the on screen instructions
to complete the installation.
The installation of the selected driver or software starts. The procedure differs depending on the driver or the software.
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Following steps are the example of ImageMixer 1.7 on Windows XP. [ImageMixer] screen appears.
Following steps are the example of USB Mass Storage Class driver on Windows 98SE. [Installation Folder] screen appears.
Click [ImageMixer]. [Choose Setup Language] screen appears.
Click [Finish]. Then, [InstallShield Wizard] screen appears.

Select the desired language and click [Next]. Then, [ImageMixer Setup] screen appears. Click [Next]. [License Agreement] screen appears.
Click [Next]. When the installation is finished, [InstallShield Wizard Complete] screen appears.
Click [Yes]. [Customer Information] screen appears.
Click [Finish] and then [SETUP] screen reappears.
Confirm your information and click [Next]. It is possible to change the information.
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Then, [Choose Destination Location] screen appears.
Click [Next]. Then, [Start Copying Files] screen appears. Click [Next]. [Setup Status] screen appears. Wait for a moment until the installation is finished.
When the installation is finished, [Readme.txt] appears. Confirm the contents and click the close button on the upper right of the window to close it. Then, [InstallShield Wizard Complete] screen appears. Click [Finish].
4 When the message asking whether it is OK to restart the PC appears, click [Finish].
The PC restarts, and after a moment the [SETUP] screen in step 2 appears.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to install all of the desired software.
Installing [ImageMixer 1.7] When the error message below appears while installing ImageMixer, click [OK] to complete installation.
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NOTES: The software instruction manual is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Double-click the [JVC] folder and then double-click the [Docs] folder. Open the Start.pdf file and click the button of the desired language. Note that Adobe Acrobat ReaderTM or Adobe Reader must be installed to read PDF files. Adobe Acrobat ReaderTM or Adobe Reader can be loaded from Adobes web site: http://www.adobe.com/ For details on how to use Windows NetMeeting or Windows Messenger (Windows XP only), refer to VIDEO CONFERENCE OVER THE INTERNET in the software instruction manual on the CD-ROM. If you perform installation of a software that is already installed, uninstallation will start. In this case, perform the installation again after uninstallation is finished. DirectX is necessary so that USB Video Streaming driver works properly. To install DirectX, select DirectX on the installation screen of ImageMixer 1.7. When you install USB Video Streaming driver with Windows 2000 and Windows XP, a warning message dialog box on digital signature may appear. In this case, click [OK] to continue installation because this problem has no effect on the use of the driver. When you install ImageMixer 1.7 with Windows 2000 and Windows XP, the [Microstaff WINASPI] screen appears. Click [Next] to continue installation.

Installing USB Video Streaming driver for Windows XP users
When you connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable at first time, four drivers are installed in succession. NOTE: Click [Continue Anyway] when the message [Has not passed Windows Logo testing] appears. Be sure not to select [Stop Installation]. If you do so, the USB Video Streaming drivers will not be installed correctly.
If the [Important Notice] dialog box appears, click [Next] and then [Quit] to close the dialog box.
2 Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable.
Refer to Connecting the USB cable ( pg. 9). After a moment, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears.
3 Click [Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)]

and then click [Next].

The driver search dialog box appears.
4 Click the next three items in the order below.
[Search for the best driver in these location] [Include this location in the search] [Browse]
5 Double-click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop. 6 Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon and the [XP] folder, and then click [OK]. 7 Click [Next].
The warning message appears.
8 Click [Continue Anyway].
After a moment, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears.

9 Click [Finish].

After a moment, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears again.
10 Repeat steps 3 to 9 until the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen is cleared.
After you repeat steps 3 to 9 four times, the installation of the USB Video Streaming driver is complete.
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Updating [Device Manager] (Windows)
If the camcorder is connected to the PC with the USB cable before installing [USB Mass Storage Class driver] or [USB Video Streaming driver], the installation might not be performed properly. In this case, follow the procedure described below to update the [Device Manager] and install [USB Mass Storage Class driver] and [USB Video Streaming driver] properly. NOTE: Disconnect any other USB audio devices from PC before performing the following procedure.
Installing [USB Mass Storage Class driver] (Windows 98/98SE only) 1 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC. ( pg. 9) 2 Click [Start], go to [Settings], and then click [Control Panel]. Double click the [System]
3 Select the [Device Manager] tab. 4 Delete [GR-D73*] in [Other devices].
* The model name depends on the connected camcorder.
5 Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder. Restart the PC. 6 Load the provided CD-ROM in the PC. Install [USB Mass Storage Class driver]. ( pg. 4) 7 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC.
Device driver is installed.
8 Confirm the [Removable Disk] icon is displayed in [My Computer]. Installing [USB Video Streaming driver] 1 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC. ( pg. 9) 2 Click [Start], go to [Settings], and then click [Control Panel]. Double click the [System]

3 Windows 98/98SE/Me: Select the [Device Manager] tab. 4
Windows 2000/XP: Select the [Hardware] tab and click [Device Manager]. Delete [GR-D73*] in [Other devices].
5 Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder. Restart the PC. 6 Load the provided CD-ROM in the PC. Install [USB Video Streaming driver]. ( pg. 4)
Windows XP: Refer to Installing USB Video Streaming driver for Windows XP users ( pg. 7) for installation.
7 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC.
Device driver is installed. Windows 2000: When a warning message dialog box on digital signature appears, click [OK] to continue installation.
8 Confirm the following devices are displayed in [Device Manager] by performing steps 2
[JVC PIX-MCV Video Capture] in [Imaging Devices] [JVC PIX-MCV Audio Capture] in [Sound, video and game controllers] [JVC Composite PIX-MCV Device] and [JVC Communication PIX-MCV Video Driver] in [Universal Serial Bus Controllers]
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Connections (Windows)

Connecting the USB cable
Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC or to use ImageMixer in capturing video. PC

To USB connector

Camcorder

USB cable

1 To assure safety, make sure all units are turned off before making any connections. 2 Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC.
NOTES: It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. When the USB cable is connected, turning on or off the camcorder or switching the VIDEO/MEMORY (DSC) mode on the camcorder causes malfunctions of the PC. If you connect the camcorder to the PC through a USB hub, compatibility issues between the hub and the PC may result in instability in the operation of the PC. If this happens, connect the camcorder directly to the PC, not through the hub. Do not use an extension USB cable. You can also use a DV cable instead of a USB cable to capture video from a tape when using ImageMixer. For more details, refer to the help. ( Help in the software instruction manual on the CD-ROM)
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Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows)
Install [USB Mass Storage Class driver]. (Windows 98/98SE only) ( pg. 4) Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. Set the camcorders VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY. Set the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

The camcorder turns on.

5 Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. ( pg. 9)
On the camcorders LCD monitor [USB MODE] appears.

6 When using Windows XP:

The [Removable Disk] window appears on the PCs screen after a moment. Select [Open folders to view files using Windows Explorer] and click [OK]. NOTE: If the [Removable Disk] window does not appear, confirm the connection ( pg. 9) or perform the steps 1 and 2 in the right.
When using Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000:
1 Double-click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop. The [Removable Disk] icon which represents the memory card in the camcorder appears in the [My Computer] window. 2 Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon. Windows 98/98SE: [Removable Disk] icon does not appear if USB Mass Storage Class driver is not installed properly. In this case, refer to Updating [Device Manager] (Windows) ( pg. 8).
7 The folders in the memory card appear.
Different file types are stored in different folders. [DCIM]: Contains folders with still images (extension.jpg) [MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF setting data NOTES: Saving the wrong kinds of files in a memory card or deleting files or folders from a memory card can cause problems with the operation of the camcorder. When it Still images is necessary to delete a file from a memory card, delete it through the camcorder. DPOF setting data Never disconnect the USB cable while the message [ACCESSING FILES] is displayed on the camcorders LCD monitor. If you are using a brand new memory card, you need to initialize the memory card with the camcorder first. You may not be able to copy files from the memory card to the PC without doing so. The file extension may not appear depending on the setting.
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Copying Files to the PC (Windows)
Still image files that are stored in a memory card can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC.
1 Perform the procedure in Viewing the Contents of
a Memory Card (Windows) ( pg. 10).
The folders in the memory card appear.
2 Create a new folder, enter the folder name, and then

double-click it.

For example, create a new folder in the [My Pictures] folder.
3 Select the folder to be copied, and then drag and
drop that folder in the destination folder.
To copy still images: Copy the folder within the [DCIM] folder. The message [ACCESSING FILES] appears on the LCD monitor of the camcorder, and the folder is copied from the memory card to the PC. NOTE: Never disconnect the USB cable while the message [ACCESSING FILES] is displayed on the camcorders LCD monitor.

Playing Back Files on the PC (Windows)

Still images

Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, double-click the still image file (extension.jpg).
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Disconnecting the USB Cable (Windows)
Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder.
When using Windows 98/98SE 1 Confirm that the message [ACCESSING FILES] is not currently displayed on the LCD
monitor of the camcorder.
If the message [ACCESSING FILES] is currently displayed, wait until it disappears before proceeding.
2 Double-click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop.
If the camcorder is connected to the PC correctly, the [Removable Disk] icon appears.
3 Right-click the [Removable Disk] icon in the [My Computer] window.

A menu appears.

4 Click [Eject] in the menu.
The [Removable Disk] icon disappears. If the icon does not disappear, wait for a while, and then proceed to step 5.
5 Disconnect the USB cable.

The camcorder turns off.

If any message appears, click [OK].
6 Set the camcorders Power Switch to OFF.
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When using Windows 2000/Me/XP 1 Confirm that the message [ACCESSING FILES] is not currently displayed on the LCD
2 Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or
Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar.
The [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] dialog box appears. Windows XP: If not, wait a while then go to step 5.
3 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or [USB Disk], and then click [Stop].
Windows 2000/XP Windows Me
The [Stop a Hardware device] dialog box appears.

4 Click [OK].

Windows 2000/Me: If a message indicating that the device can be safely removed appears, click [OK] and then click [Close]. Windows 2000/XP Windows Me
The model name depends on the connected camcorder.
5 Disconnect the USB cable. 6 Set the camcorders Power Switch to OFF.
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Connections (Macintosh)

To USB connector To USB connector
NOTES: It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. When the USB cable is connected, turning on or off the camcorder or switching the VIDEO/MEMORY (DSC) mode on the camcorder causes malfunctions of the PC. If you connect the camcorder to the PC through a USB hub, compatibility issues between the hub and the PC may result in instability in the operation of the PC. If this happens, connect the camcorder directly to the PC, not through the hub. Do not use an extension USB cable.

Software Installation (Macintosh)
Follow the procedure described below to install the software. Quit any other software you are using.
1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. Double click the CD-ROM icon. 2 Double-click the [ImageMixer] folder in the CD-ROM. 3 Double-click the [Install ImageMixer] icon.
The installer starts up. Follow the instructions which appear on the screen. NOTES: The software instruction manual is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Double-click the [Docs] folder. Open the Start.pdf file and click the button of the desired language. Note that Adobe Acrobat ReaderTM or Adobe Reader must be installed to read PDF files. Adobe Acrobat ReaderTM or Adobe Reader can be loaded from Adobes web site: http://www.adobe.com/
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Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Macintosh)
1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. 2 Set the camcorders VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY. 3 Set the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located

on the switch.

4 Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. ( pg. 14)
On the camcorders LCD monitor [USB MODE] appears. The memory card icon appears on the desktop. The name of the memory card icon is untitled. We recommend that you name the icon to tell it from the other removable disks or folders.
5 Double-click the memory card icon on the desktop.
The folders in the memory card appear. Different file types are stored in different folders. [DCIM]: Contains folders with still images (extension.jpg) [MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF setting data NOTES: Saving the wrong kinds of files in a memory card or deleting files or folders from a memory card can cause problems with the operation of the camcorder. When it is necessary to delete a file from a memory card, delete it through the DPOF setting data camcorder. Never disconnect the USB cable while the Still images message [ACCESSING FILES] is displayed on the camcorders LCD monitor. If you are using a brand new memory card, you need to initialize the memory card with the camcorder first. You may not be able to copy files from the memory card to the PC without doing so.
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Copying Files to the PC (Macintosh)
1 Double-click the memory card icon on the desktop.

3 Select the folder to be copied, and then drag and drop that
folder in the destination folder.
Playing Back Files on the PC (Macintosh)
Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, either double-click the still image file (extension.jpg), or drag and drop the file on the application icon.
Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh)
1 Drop the memory card icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon.
If the confirmation message appears, click [OK].
2 Confirm that the message [ACCESSING FILES] is not currently displayed on the
LCD monitor of the camcorder.
3 Disconnect the USB cable. 4 Set the camcorders Power Switch to OFF.