This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only and memory cards* marked or can be used with this unit. cassettes marked Before recording an important scene.. make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark.. make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or.. remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.. remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

AC Adapter AP-V11U or AP-V13U Battery Pack BN-V107U-S S-Video/Audio/ Video/Editing Cable
Memory Card 8 MB (GR-DX300/DX95 only) (Already inserted in the camcorder)
Grip Belt (Already attached to the camcorder)
Lens Cap (See below for attachment)

Editing Extension Cable

USB Cable Tab AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) AAA (R03) Battery x 2
Core Filter (for provided USB Cable pg. 6 for attachment)
Remote Control Unit RM-V717U

CD-ROM

Core Filter x 2 (for provided S-Video/Audio/ Video/Editing Cable and AC Adapters cord pg. 6 for attachment)
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.
HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.
HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER
Attach the Core Filter(s) to the provided AC Adapters cord, S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable and USB cable. The Core Filter reduces interference.

1 Release the

stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.
2 1) Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm (1-3/16'') of cable
between the cable plug and the Core Filter. If using the AC Adapters cord or USB cable, be sure to 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.
NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable.
2) Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.
For the AC Adapters cord and USB cable Stopper 3 cm (1-3/16'')
Wind once For the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable 3 cm (1-3/16'')
When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.
Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON (factory-preset).
Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch @ is set to or and no cassette is in the camcorder. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off. To cancel Automatic Demonstration: 1. Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch and press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. 2. Press + or 5 to select (SYSTEM) and press SELECT/SET 3. 3. Press + or 5 to select DEMO MODE and press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. 4. Press + or 5 to select OFF and press SELECT/SET 3. 5. Press + or 5 to select RETURN, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice. The normal screen appears. NOTE:
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

Sub Menu

S Y S TEM

D EMO MODE OF F ON

RETURN
Power CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
battery pack mount y, then firmly push the end of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place as shown in the illustration.
1 Insert the terminal end of the battery pack into the

To DC connector

2 Set the Power Switch @ to OFF. Connect the AC
Adapter to the camcorder. Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The Power lamp 0 on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started. When the Power lamp 0 goes off, charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To Detach The Battery Pack: While sliding BATT. RELEASE W up, detach it.

AC Adapter

To AC outlet

Battery pack

ATTENTION
Battery pack BN-V107U BN-V114U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.

CAME RA D I SPLAY ON SCRE E N LCD / TV DATE / T I ME AU T O T I ME CODE O F F D E C CLOCK ADJ. 5 : 30 PM

CAME RA D I SPLAY

CLOCK ADJ.

D E C 5 : 30 PM

Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.

Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback ( pg. 34). Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The Power lamp 0 lights and the camcorder is turned on.
while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The Power lamp 0 lights and the camcorder is turned on.
2 Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press + or 5 to select (CAMERA) and press

SELECT/SET 3.

2 Press MENU 4 to access the Menu Screen. 3 Press + or 5 to select (CAMERA DISPLAY)
and press SELECT/SET 3. Press + or 5 to select CLOCK ADJ. Press SELECT/SET 3 and month is highlighted. Press + or 5 to input the month. Press SELECT/SET 3. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and minute. Press + or 5 to select RETURN, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.
4 Press + or 5 to select REC MODE and press
SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Select SP or LP by pressing + or 5 and press SELECT/SET 3. Press + or 5 to select RETURN, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes. Audio Dubbing and Insert Editing ( pg. 40) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode. LP (Long Play) is more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time.
If the recording mode is switched during recording, 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.
Even if you select CLOCK ADJ., if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorders internal clock continues to operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/ time parameter (month), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press SELECT/SET 3, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set. pg. 49, Built-in Clocks Rechargeable Lithium Battery.

10 GETTING STARTED

Loading A Memory Card

16 TAPE PLAYBACK

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera for taking snapshots. Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. Power ( pg. 7) Grip Adjustment ( pg. 8) Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 8) Loading A Memory Card ( pg. 11) Picture Quality/Image Size Setting ( pg. 11) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to MEMORY, then set the Power Switch @ to or while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Image Size pg. 11 Shooting icon pg. 54, 55 Card icon pg. 54, 55
2 Press SNAPSHOT 9. PHOTO Q appears while
the snapshot is being taken. The image is recorded on the memory card. Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no frame. To Delete Unwanted Still Images.. when unwanted still images are stored in the memory card or its memory is full, refer to Deleting Files ( pg. 20) and delete unwanted still images. To Remove The Shutter Sound.. when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set BEEP to OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 34). The sound is no longer heard from the speaker.
Even if DIS is set to ON ( pg. 33), the Stabilizer will be disabled. If Snapshot recording is not possible, PHOTO Q blinks when SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed. If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 27) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch @ is set to or and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, close the LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the viewfinder, push back it in and pull it out again. The Motor Drive mode ( pg. 29) is disabled when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to MEMORY. When a cable is connected to the S/AV connector &, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape. Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility with devices which are not compliant to DCF.

TO DELETE THUMBNAIL IMAGES
1 Load a memory card ( pg. 11). Set the VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch t to VIDEO, then set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $.

4 Press + or 5 to select

tape recording.
RETURN and press SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! to start 6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! to stop
tape recording. If MANUAL is selected in step 3, press NAVI STORE 2. 5 appears and the image of the point where recording is started is stored on the memory card as a thumbnail image.
or 5 to select (VIDEO) and press SELECT/ SET 3. Press + or 5 to select NAVI.DEL. and press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.

3 By pressing + or 5.

.. select IMAGE SEL. to delete the currently displayed thumbnail image.. select TAPE SEL. to delete all thumbnail images for the tape which contains the currently displayed image.. select ALL. to delete all thumbnail images stored on the memory card at once. Then, press SELECT/SET 3. The NAVIGATION screen appears. Press + or 5 to select EXECUTE, then press SELECT/SET 3. To cancel deletion, select RETURN. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise (3) to display the next image, or counterclockwise (2) to display the previous image. Thumbnail images cannot be deleted during tape playback.
The remaining number of storable thumbnail images also appears on the screen when it reaches 10 or less. If REC / in the Menu Screen, SELECT is set to the number shows how many 640 x 480 pixel images can be stored.
TO FIND SCENES ON TAPE USING THUMBNAIL IMAGES (NAVIGATION SEARCH)
Load a memory card ( pg. 11) and cassette ( pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to VIDEO, then set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $.
Once images are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check images before deleting.
2 Press NAVI 1. The loaded tapes NAVIGATION
thumbnail image screen appears. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise (3) to display the next page, or counterclockwise (2) to display the previous page.
TO MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM RECORDED VIDEO FOOTAGE
( pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to VIDEO, then set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch.

IMPORTANT

Be sure to always use the same tape and memory card together as they were during recording; otherwise, the camcorder cannot recognize Tape and Memory Card IDs to perform NAVIGATION function properly. Check if an appropriate tape and memory card are loaded when the following messages appear: NO ID ON TAPE OR CARD, UNABLE TO USE NAVIGATION, THIS MEMORY CARD IS NOT COMPATIBLE. If you change the memory card while shooting on one tape, two memory cards will share the tapes thumbnail images. We recommend that you use one memory card for one tape. NAVIGATION Search does not work if the current position is at a blank portion on the tape. Also, do not leave a blank portion partway through the tape when shooting; otherwise, NAVIGATION function does not work properly. Before shooting newly over a recorded tape, be sure to delete all thumbnail images of the previous recording from the relevant memory card. If you copy thumbnail images from one memory card to another via a PC, NAVIGATION Search does not work with the copied memory card.

Press SNAPSHOT 9. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and snapshot recording starts. After that, the camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
press SELECT/SET 3. Press + or 5 to select SELF-TIMER, and press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or 5 to select ON , and press SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete. Press + or 5 to select RETURN, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice to close the Menu Screen.
6 To end Self-Timer recording, select OFF in step 4.
If BEEP and TALLY are set to OFF ( pg. 34), the beep does not sound and the tally lamp ^ does not light.
5-Second Recording (GR-DX300 only)
Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. This function is available only for tape recording.
while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
4 Press + or 5 to select 5S, and press SELECT/
SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.
5 Press + or 5 to select 5S, and press SELECT/

5S 0 appears.

SET 3. Selection is complete. Press + or 5 to select RETURN, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice to close the Menu Screen.
6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button !. The tally
lamp ^ lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode.
When the Recording Start/Stop Button ! or SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed, the tally lamp ^ changes as shown:
Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! again within 5 seconds after recording starts, RecordStandby mode is not engaged.
Begins blinking (Self-Timer starts) Blinks quickly (Self-Timer shooting starts soon) Turns off (Self-Timer snapshot recording starts)
7 To exit the 5S mode, select OFF in step 5.
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode.. instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button ! in step 6, select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen, then press SNAPSHOT 9. The camcorder records a 5-second still ( pg. 29). When 5S is set to Anim. ( pg. 33) this function is not available.
Stops blinking and stays on (Self-Timer video recording starts)
When 5S is set to Anim. in the Menu Screen the 5-second recording mode is not available. Animation recording of a few frames only is taken instead ( pg. 33).

After approx. 15 sec.

26 FOR RECORDING

Night-Alive

Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

SHUTTER

1/60: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/100: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced.

q appears.

2 Press NIGHT e so that the Night-Alive indicator
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity. q while the shutter speed is A appears beside being automatically adjusted. To Deactivate Night-Alive.. press NIGHT e again so that the Night-Alive indicator disappears.
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.
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. 27). GAIN UP in the CAMERA Menu ( pg. 33). DIS in the MANUAL Menu ( pg. 33). Video Flash ( pg. 25). During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.

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. 30).

TWILIGHT

Program AE With Special Effects
2 Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press + or 5 to select (PROGRAM AE),

then press SELECT/SET 3.

Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance ( pg. 31) is initially 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 (32 ft), adjust the focus manually.

When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them. If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording decks Record-Standby mode will be cancelled and editing will not take place. If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the edited version. Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total program time exactly. Turning off the camcorders power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Black & White Fader. In this case the Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during recording, then use the Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing. It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing using a DV cable.
42 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Picture Wipe/Dissolve (GR-DX300 only)
(available only for Random Assemble Editing)
For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
You can also use the fade/wipe effects on page 28.

DISSOLVE

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner.
DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
1 Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
remote control at the camcorders remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 4 on page 42.
Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check whether the value you have input is appropriate or not, and make adjustments accordingly. Depending on the recorder, there may be situations where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.
Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J on the remote control clears all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing. When the editing cable is connected to the remote controls Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure the remote control is pointed at the VCRs sensor, and the path between the two is unobstructed. Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated time codes ( pg. 14).
Connection To A Personal Computer [A] Using USB cable
It is possible to do the following things:
Transfer still/moving images stored on a memory card to a PC. Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC. Capture still/moving images in real-time. Use this camcorder as a WebCam.

[A] Using USB cable

[B] Using DV cable
It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software, software equipped with the PC or commercially available software.
Refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE for the installation of the bundled software and drivers. It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 7). Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder. If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode. The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. Use the provided software PIXELA ImageMixer to capture video in real-time. You can also use the camcorder for webconference by using Windows Microsoft Netmeeting and signing up for Microsoft Hotmail. Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software. The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC. The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using. When using the DV connection refer to manufacturer instructions of your capture board for drivers installation and operation instructions.

The date/time does not appear.
DATE/TIME is set to OFF in the Menu Screen. Set DATE/TIME to ON in the Menu Screen ( pg. 34, 36).
Files stored on the memory card cannot be deleted.
Files stored on the memory card are protected. Remove protection from the files stored on the memory card and delete them ( pg. 20).
Time code does not appear.
TIME CODE is set to OFF in the Menu Screen. Set TIME CODE to ON in the Menu Screen ( pg. 35, 36).
During R.A.Edit, the Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work.
The last selected editing scene is ending. Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning editing. The effects are then automatically activated ( pg. 42, 43). At the end of the last selected scene for editing, the Power Switch @ was set to OFF. Do not turn off the camcorders power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 42). The power is off. The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the Pause mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Pause mode ( pg. 42, 43).
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. When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor ( pg. 12).
Scene transition does not go as expected.
When using Picture Wipe/Dissolve ( pg. 43), there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the previous record stop-point and the Dissolve startpoint. This is normal, but this slight delay becomes especially noticeable when shooting fast-moving subject or during rapid panning.
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch @ to OFF, and let the unit cool down.
The indicators and the image color on the LCD monitor are not clear.
This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.

LCD Monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT. push it strongly or apply any shocks. place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom. 2. To prolong service life. avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth. 3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions: While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. If you leave power on for a long time, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
No picture during playback. Blocks of noise appear during playback. During recording or playback, the Head Clog Warning indicator appears. Recording cannot be performed properly. In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more than once consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassettes instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups are recommended after using the unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT. open the camcorders chassis. disassemble or modify the unit. short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use. 2. Avoid using the unit. in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove. in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. near a television set. near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). in places subject to extremely high (over 40C/ 104F) or extremely low (under 0C/32F) temperatures. 3. DO NOT leave the unit. in places of over 50C (122F). in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). in direct sunlight. in a closed car in summer. near a heater. 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT. allow it to become wet. drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. expose the lens to direct sunlight. carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. swing it excessively when using the strap or the grip.

Built-in Clocks Rechargeable Lithium Battery
To store the date/time in memory, the clocks rechargeable lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter, or while the battery pack attached to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clocks rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clocks lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clocks rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/time setting before using the camcorder. Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the date/time.

How to handle a CD-ROM

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 using a circular motion. 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.

CAUTIONS

About moisture condensation.
You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner. Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
For Your Maintenance 1) After Use
1. Turn off the camcorder. 2. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT E in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. 3. Press PUSH HERE to close the cassette holder. Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. 4. Tilt the viewfinder upward. Press BATT. RELEASE W and remove the battery pack.

40 x W BR I GHT

54 INDEX

1 Appears when NAVIGATION is set to
2 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. pg. Appears when in the Squeeze, Cinema or 4 Rotates while the tape is running. pg. Appears while the captured image is being 6 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP). pg. Displays the tape remaining time. pg. REC appears during recording
PAUSE appears during Record-Standby mode.. pg. 12 stored as a thumbnail image in the memory card... pg. 21 D.WIDE mode.. pg. 33
other than MANUAL.. pg. 21
e Appears when the white balance is
adjusted... pg. 31 adjusted.. pg. 30 : Appears when backlight compensation is used.. pg. 30
r : Appears when the exposure is
t Displays the selected Program AE with
y Appears when the iris is locked.. pg. 31 u Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during
zooming... pg. 13 Zoom level indicator.. pg. 13

special effects.. pg. 27

i Appears during zooming
o Displays the brightness of the
9 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut 0 Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert
down on noise created by wind.. pg. 33 Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. pg. 40 5S/Anim.: Displays the 5 second recording mode or Animation recording mode (GR-DX300 only). pg. 26, 33
LCD monitor... pg. 12 The level indicator moves. (GR-DX300 only).. pg. 26
p Appears during Self-Timer recording
Q Appears when taking a Snapshot. pg. 17, 29 W Displays the battery remaining E Displays the date/time. pg. 10, 34, 36 R Appears when the focus is adjusted T Appears when the flash is ready. Y Displays the sound mode.. pg. 35, 36 U Displays the Blank Search mode. pg. 15 I Displays the tape speed.. pg. 10 O Appears while a tape is running
e 6e : Playback : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search : Rewind/Shuttle Search : Pause : Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/SlowMotion : Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/SlowMotion : Audio Dubbing : Audio Dubbing Pause A number appears next to the indication after adjusting the brightness of the flash.. pg. 25 power level.. pg. 56
! Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds
@ Displays the Time Code.. pg. 14, 35 # Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) is $ Displays the image size.. pg. 11 % Appears and blinks during shooting.. pg. 17 ^ : Appears during shooting. pg. 17
: Blinks when a memory card is not loaded.. pg. 17 engaged.. pg. 33
after turning on the camcorder. pg. 32

manually... pg. 29, 30

& Displays the picture quality
There are 2 modes available: F (Fine) and S (Standard) (in order of quality)..

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LYT1119-001B

01 DX300/100/95/75EK_EN 01-2/26/03, 7:11 PM
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SOME DOS AND DONTS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT PROVIDED ACCESSORIES HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED
Power... Grip Adjustment... 8 Viewfinder Adjustment... 8 Tripod Mounting... 9 Loading/Unloading A Cassette.. Date/Time Settings... 10 Recording Mode Setting... 10 Loading A Memory Card... 11 Picture Quality/Image Size Setting.. 11
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting). Making A New Folder.. 24 Initialising A Memory Card.. 24

ADVANCED FEATURES

FOR RECORDING.. 25 31
Snapshot Flash.. 25 Flash Brightness Adjustment.. 25 Self-Timer (GR-DX300/DX100 only).. 26 5-Second Recording (GR-DX300/DX100 only). 26 Night-Scope... 27 Programme AE With Special Effects.. 27 Fade/Wipe Effects... 28 Snapshot (For Tape Recording).. 29 Auto Focus... 29 Manual Focus... 30 Exposure Control... 30 Iris Lock.. 31 White Balance Adjustment.. 31 Manual White Balance Operation. 31
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT. 32 36
For Recording Menu.. For Playback Menu.. 35 36

TAPE RECORDING.. 12 14

Basic Recording... Zooming... 13 Time Code... 14

DUBBING... 37 38

Dubbing To Or From A VCR.. 37 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing). 38

TAPE PLAYBACK.. 14 16

Normal Playback... Blank Search... 15 Connections... 16
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT.. 39 43
Slow-Motion Playback... 39 Frame-By-Frame Playback.. 39 Playback Special Effects.. 39 Playback Zoom... 39 Audio Dubbing... 40 Insert Editing... 40 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit].. For More Accurate Editing... 43
MEMORY CARD RECORDING. 17 18
Basic Shooting (Snapshot).. 17 18
MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK.. 18 19
Normal Playback... 18 Auto Playback... 19 Index Playback... 19 Viewing File Information.. 19 Removing On-Screen Display.. 19

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS.. 44

Connection To A Personal Computer.. 44
TROUBLESHOOTING.. CAUTIONS.. SPECIFICATIONS.. 51 INDEX... 52 57
Controls, Connectors And Indicators. LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications.. 54 57
ADVANCED FEATURES.. 20 24
Protecting Files... 20 Deleting Files... 20 NAVIGATION Function.. E-Mail Clip Recording... 22 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card.. 23

TERMS.. 58 59

Refer to the diagrams on page 52 and 54 while reading the instruction manual as all the controls, connectors, indicators and indications are numbered on the diagrams and those corresponding numbers are used throughout this manual unless specified.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions ( pgs. 3 and 4) to ensure safe use of this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS: CAUTIONS:

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only and memory cards marked or can be used with this unit. cassettes marked Before recording an important scene.. make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark.. make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or.. remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.. remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

AC Adapter AP-V11E or AP-V13E Battery Pack BN-V107U or BN-V107U-S S-Video/Audio/ Video/Editing Cable
Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder)

Power Cord

Grip Belt (Already attached to the camcorder)
Lens Cap (See below for attachment)

Editing Extension Cable

USB Cable Tab AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) AAA (R03) Battery x 2 Core Filter (for provided USB Cable pg. 6 for attachment)

Cable Adapter

Remote Control Unit RM-V717U

CD-ROM

Core Filter x 2 (for provided S-Video/Audio/ Video/Editing Cable and AC Adapters cord pg. 6 for attachment)
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.
HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

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HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER
Attach the Core Filter(s) to the provided AC Adapters cord, S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable and USB cable. The Core Filter reduces interference.

1 Release the

stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.
2 1) Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between
the cable plug and the Core Filter. If using the AC Adapters cord or USB cable, be sure to 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.
NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable.
2) Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.
For the AC Adapters cord and USB cable Stopper 3 cm
Wind once For the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable 3 cm
When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.
Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON (factory-preset).
Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch @ is set to or and no cassette is in the camcorder. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off. To cancel Automatic Demonstration: 1. Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch and press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. 2. Press + or 5 to select (SYSTEM) and press SELECT/SET 3. 3. Press + or 5 to select DEMO MODE and press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. 4. Press + or 5 to select OFF and press SELECT/SET 3. 5. Press + or 5 to select RETURN, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice. The normal screen appears. NOTE:
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

Sub Menu

S Y S TEM

D EMO MODE OF F ON

RETURN
Power CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
battery pack mount y, then firmly push the end of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place as shown in the illustration.
1 Insert the terminal end of the battery pack into the
To DC connector AC Adapter
2 Set the Power Switch @ to OFF. Connect the AC
Adapter to the camcorder, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter. lamp 0 on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started.
3 Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The Power
To AC outlet Battery pack

4 When the Power lamp 0 goes off, charging is
finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To Detach The Battery Pack: While sliding BATT. RELEASE W up, detach it. Battery pack BN-V107U BN-V114U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs.

ATTENTION

Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

INFORMATION

The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger: VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK. Approximate recording time
Battery pack BN-V107U BN-V114U (optional) BN-V840U (optional) BN-V856U (optional) LCD monitor on 1 hr. 5 min. 2 hrs. 10 min. 5 hrs. 50 min. 8 hrs. 20 min. Viewfinder on 1 hr. 25 min. 2 hrs. 55 min. 7 hrs. 50 min. 11 hrs. 10 min.
If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first. During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated. Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used. When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the Power lamp 0 may not light. Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again. If a fully-charged batterys operation time remains extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please purchase a new one. Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the LCD monitor is used repeatedly. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

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USING AC POWER
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder as shown in the following illustration. The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

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Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. The following operation stops charging: , or . Set the Power Switch @ to Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Detach the battery from the camcorder. This camcorder will be automatically turned off if its power is supplied from the AC adapter and about 5 minutes pass since it has entered into the recording standby mode with a cassette inserted. If, under those conditions, the battery is attached to the camcorder, its charging will start. Using the optional AA-V100EK AC Power Adapter/ Charger, you can charge the BN-V107U/V114U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter. To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter near a radio. Perform charging where the temperature is between 10C and 35C. 20C to 25C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.

Grip Adjustment

1 Separate the Velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to
easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button ! and Power Switch @ and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring #. Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance. (If youre using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

TLE SEARCH SHUT

AY OFF A M

Viewfinder Adjustment

1 Set the Power Switch @ to
or while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch.
2 Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for

best viewability.

3 Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control o until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

8 GETTING STARTED

Tripod Mounting
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.

CAUTION

When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over. To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the screw to the mounting socket p on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

Display Minutes Seconds Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

Normal Playback

1 Load a tape ( pg. 9). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to VIDEO,
then set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6 !. To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press 4/6 !. To stop playback, press 5 7. Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise (2) and release to rewind, or clockwise (3) and release to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is possible by turning the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise (2) or clockwise (3) during playback (holding the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # continues search until released). Press the Zoom Button T Y on the remote control to zoom in (up to 44X*/50X**), or W T to zoom out. You can also magnify a particular part of an image ( pg. 39).
* GR-DX95/DX75 only **GR-DX300/DX100 only
At any time, pressing 4/6 ! resumes normal playback. Slow-Motion Playback/Playback Special Effects/ Playback Zoom: Available only with the remote control ( pg. 39) To Control The Speaker Volume:.. press VOL. + e to turn up the volume, or w to turn down the volume.
During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

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Frames are not displayed during recording.
RECORDING FROM THE MIDDLE OF A TAPE
1 Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 15) to
find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode ( pg. 14, Normal Playback). Set the Power Switch @ to or while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, then start recording.
The time code cannot be reset. During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. The time code is displayed only when TIME CODE is set to ON ( pg. 35).

14 TAPE RECORDING

TAPE PLAYBACK

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( pg. 14).

Speaker

then set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch.

3 Press BLANK SEARCH r.

BLANK SEARCH U appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion.

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If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch @ to OFF, then to . The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg. 16). You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body. LCD monitor/viewfinder indications: battery When power is supplied from a battery: the pack remaining power indicator is displayed. does When power is supplied from an AC outlet: not appear. When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorders Stop mode is automatically engaged. When 4/6 ! is pressed to engage still playback, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.

Turning the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise (3) displays the next page and counterclockwise (2) displays the previous page. Pressing INFO 6 gives you details on the currently selected file ( Viewing File Information).
Operation mode indicator Folder and file number indicator

Playback Screen

Press SELECT/SET 3. The selected file is displayed.

Selected image

Battery indicator

Index Screen

Index number

Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. Perform steps 1 through 3 of Normal Playback ( pg. 18). Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or 5 to select PROTECT, then press SELECT/SET 3.

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. Perform steps 1 through 3 of Normal Playback ( pg. 18).
or 5 to select DELETE, then press SELECT/SET
3 Press + or 5 to select the desired mode.
CURRENT : Protects the currently displayed file. PROT.ALL : Protects all files stored on the memory card.
CURRENT : Deletes the currently displayed file. ALL : Deletes all files stored on the memory card.
4 Press SELECT/SET 3. The PROTECT Screen
appears. If you selected CURRENT in step 3, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise (2) or clockwise (3) to select the desired file.
4 Press SELECT/SET 3. The DELETE Screen

5 Press + or 5

to select EXECUTE and press
5 Press + or 5 to select EXECUTE and press
SELECT/SET 3. If the mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be deleted ( Protecting Files). To cancel deletion, select RETURN.
To cancel protection, select RETURN.
If the mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected. When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.

TO REMOVE PROTECTION

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 and 2 above.

Initialising A Memory Card
You can initialise a memory card anytime. After initialising, all files and data stored on the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared. Perform steps 1 through 3 of Normal Playback ( pg. 18).
While performing the above, never disconnect power, as this may cause the memory to be corrupted. For safety, all buttons including the Power Switch @ are disabled in step 6.
or 5 to select FORMAT and press SELECT/SET 3. The FORMAT Screen appears. 3 Press + or 5 to select EXECUTE and press SELECT/SET 3. The memory card is initialised. When
BATTERY LOW appears if the battery remaining power is too low. If you load a memory card already set as shown above in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of the selected still images automatically. To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a memory card ( pg. 23).
initialisation is finished, NO IMAGES STORED or NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED appears. To cancel initialisation, press + or 5 to select RETURN and press SELECT/SET 3.

Making A New Folder

New files you are going to store can be separated from previously stored files by resetting the file name to DVC00001; these new files will be stored in a new folder. Perform steps 1 through 3 of Normal Playback ( pg. 18). Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or 5 to select NO. RESET, then press SELECT/ SET 3. The NO. RESET Screen appears.
Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation. If the memory card becomes corrupted initialise it.

24 ADVANCED FEATURES

Snapshot Flash
The flash can be used when a snapshot is taken in Record-Standby ( pg. 17, 29). In Full Auto mode, the flash automatically fires if it is dark ( T appears). In Manual mode, you can select the FLASH setting as follows: Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Flash Brightness Adjustment
When a snapshot ( pg. 17, 29) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash ( Snapshot Flash) and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that the snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.
1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of Snapshot Flash. 2 Press + or 5 to select FLASH ADJ., and press
SELECT/SET 3. The parameter appears.
2 Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. 3 To intensify the flash, press + 5. To weaken the 5. 3 Press + or 5 to select (MANUAL), and press flash, press range: 3 to +3. Adjustment 4 Press + or 5 to select FLASH, and press
SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.
4 Press SELECT/SET 3. Press + or 5 to select

FULL NEGA (GR-DX300/ DX100 only)
5 Press + or 5 to select the desired Snapshot
To remove the shutter sound, BEEP on pg. 34. If Snapshot recording is not possible, PHOTO Q blinks when SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed. If Programme AE with special effects ( pg. 27) is engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. If SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed when DIS is set to ON ( pg. 33), the Stabiliser will be disabled. The Motor Drive mode is disabled when REC SELECT is set to / in the Menu Screen ( pg. 35). If REC SELECT is set to / in the DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well (640 x 480 pixels). During playback as well, all snapshot modes except Nega COPY is set to mode are available when OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 35). 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 S/AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.

Auto Focus

The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity.
Snapshot mode with no frame PIN-UP

Nega mode FRAME

However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): 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-colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.* When a dark object is barely visible in 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

Pin-Up mode

Snapshot mode with frame
There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

1 Press SNAPSHOT 9. PHOTO Q appears while
the snapshot is being taken. If you press during Record-Standby.. PHOTO Q appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. If you press during Recording.. PHOTO Q appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. Regardless of the Power Switch @ position ( or ), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode. Motor Drive Mode Keeping SNAPSHOT 9 pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. 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. 13). 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 ( pg. 33) is activated.

MANUAL

The MANUAL settings are effective only when the Power Switch @ is set to .
MANUAL ON DIS S ELF - T I MER OF F OF F 5S T ELE MACRO OF F W I DE MODE OF F W I ND CUT OF F AUTO F LASH F LASH ADJ. 0 RETURN
DIS OFF: To turn off this function. [ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions: When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes. When shooting dark or dim subjects. When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting. When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. indicator # blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser The cannot be used.
SELF-TIMER (GR-DX300/DX100 only) Refer to Self-Timer ( pg. 26). 5S (GR-DX300/DX100 only) [OFF], 5S: Refer to 5-Seconnd Recording ( pg. 26). Anim.: Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving ( pg. 26).
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

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SYSTEM
SYSTEM functions which are set when the Power Switch @ is set to are also applied when the Power Switch @ is set to ( pg. 35).
S Y S TEM MELODY B EEP ON T ALLY ON R EMOTE D EMO MODE ON P R I OR I TY LCD CAM RESET
PRIORITY [LCD]: When the LCD monitor is fully open, even if the viewfinder is pulled out, the image is displayed only on the LCD monitor; it will not be displayed in the viewfinder. FINDER: When the viewfinder is pulled out, even if the LCD monitor is fully open, the image is displayed only in the viewfinder; it will not be displayed on the LCD monitor. CAM RESET [RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset.
BEEP OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect ( pg. 17, 29). [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 17, 29). TALLY OFF: The tally lamp remains off at all times. [ON]: The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. REMOTE OFF: Disables the camcorder from receiving the remote control's beam signals. The camcorder cannot be operated by the remote control. [ON]: Enables the camcorder to receive the remote controls beam signals. DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: When the Menu Screen is closed after DEMO MODE is turned ON. With DEMO MODE set to ON, if there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch @ is set to or . Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.

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3 You can move the image on screen around to find a
particular portion of the picture. While holding down SHIFT I, press (Left) P, (Right) O, (Up) A and (Down) S. To end zoom, press and hold W T until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) G and then press PLAY (4) D.
Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback. Due to ditital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.
Normal playback Press T Y

Frame-By-Frame Playback

To allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback. To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback, press SLOW (0) O repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9) P repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the frame is played back.
You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still Playback by pressing SLOW (9) P or (0) O repeatedly.
To move image, press (Right) O while keeping SHIFT I held down.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode ( pg. 32).

Insert Editing

You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged.
Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the television, make connections ( pg. 16).
Before performing the following steps, make sure that TIME CODE is set to ON in the Menu Screen ( pg. 35, 36). Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. To perform Insert Editing while watching in the television, make connections ( pg. 16).
Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (6) H. While holding A.DUB (e) S on the remote control, press PAUSE (6) H. 6e O and MIC appear.
1 Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and
press PAUSE (6) H. Confirm the time code at this point ( pg. 35, 36). then press PAUSE (6) H.
3 Press PLAY (4) D, then begin narrating.

To Remote PAUSE or R.A.EDIT

To PAUSE IN j

U D J h
* Connect when the S-Video connection is not used. ** When connecting cables, open this cover.

SELECT SCENES

Point the remote control at the camcorders remote sensor. Press PLAY (4) D and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
42 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Picture Wipe/Dissolve (GR-DX300/DX100 only)
(available only for Random Assemble Editing)
For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
You can also use the fade/wipe effects on page 28.

DISSOLVE

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner.
DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
1 Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
remote control at the camcorders remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to left.
2 Perform Random Assemble Editing on Programme 1
only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing, select the beginning of a scene transition as your EditIn point.
The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left, like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
3 Play back the dubbed scene.
If any images from the scene prior to the transition you chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly from RecordPause to Record mode. If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the VCR is slow to start recording.
The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward the top and bottom of the screen.

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
11 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning
of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6) H. sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6) K, or manually engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode.
4 Point the remote control at the camcorders remote 5
12 Point the remote control towards the VCRs remote 13 Press START/STOP k on the remote control.

To USB (

To DV )
Core filter USB cable (provided) DV cable (optional)
Core filter To USB connector To DV connector

PC with DV connector

* When connecting cables, open this cover.
ACCESSING FILES appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while ACCESSING FILES is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage.

44 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see it you can correct the problem yourself. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.
The focus does not adjust automatically.
Focus is set to the Manual mode. Set Focus to the Auto mode ( pg. 30). The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low. The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. Clean the lens and check the focus again ( pg. 50).
The cassette will not load properly.
The cassette is in the wrong position. Set it in the right position ( pg. 9). The batterys charge is low. Install a fully charged battery ( pg. 7, 8).

No power is supplied.

The power is not connected properly. Connect the AC Adapter securely ( pg. 7). The battery is dead. Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one ( pg. 7, 8).
The memory card will not load properly.
The memory card is in the wrong position. Set it in the right position ( pg. 11).

SET DATE/TIME! appears.

The date/time is not set. Set the date/time ( pg. 10). The built-in clocks rechargeable lithium battery is discharged. The previously set date/time is erased. Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clocks lithium battery ( pg. 49).
In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed.
The 5-Second mode is set to Anim. in the Menu Screen. Select 5S in the Menu Screen ( pg. 26).
Snapshot mode cannot be used.
The Squeeze mode is selected. Disengage the Squeeze mode ( pg. 33).
The colour of Snapshot looks strange.
The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame ( pg. 17, 29). The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated. Turn off Sepia and Monotone ( pg. 27).
Recording cannot be performed.
For Tape Recording The tapes erase protection tab is set to SAVE. Set the tapes erase protection tab to REC ( pg. 9). The Power Switch @ is set to or OFF. Set the Power Switch @ to or ( pg. 13). The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to MEMORY. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to VIDEO. TAPE END appears. Replace with new cassette ( pg. 9). The cassette holder cover is open. Close the cassette holder cover. For Memory Card Recording The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to VIDEO. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to MEMORY.