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Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages and 10 to ensure safe use of this product.

ENGLISH

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-D350U

Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera:

GETTING STARTED

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/

For Accessories:

ADVANCED FEATURES
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/

REFERENCES

For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. To deactivate the demonstration, set DEMO MODE to OFF. ( pg. 22, 25)

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT1500-001B
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2 EN Read This First!

Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. We recommend cleaning your video heads before use. If you havent used your camcorder for awhile, the heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional). Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment. Video heads can become dirty more easily if your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the camcorder in a bag or other container Use SP (Standard) mode for important video recordings. LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may experience mosaic-like noise during playback depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment. So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. For safety and reliability. It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries and accessories are used in this camcorder. This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/ VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark 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.) DO NOT leave the unit - in place of over 50C (122F) - in place where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (80%). - in direct sunlight. - in a closed car in summer. - near a heater. The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%) Do not leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use and check the unit regularly whether it is working or not.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat. 9. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer. 10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover. 11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Major Features of this Camcorder

Wipe/Fader Effects

You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 30)

Fade in

Backlight Compensation
Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. ( pg. 28) You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. ( pg. 27, Exposure Control)

Fade out

Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects
For example, SPORTS mode allows fastmoving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion. ( pg. 31)

Data Battery

You can check the battery status by simply pressing the DATA button. ( pg. 12)
BATTERY CONDITION LEVEL MAX TIME LCD

100% 50 0

FINDER 100min

Auto Button

You can change the recording mode between manual setting to the standard mode setting of the camcorder by pressing the AUTO button.( pg. 13)

MANUAL

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CONTENTS

7 ADVANCED FEATURES
Index...7 Provided Accessories..10 Power..11 Operation Mode...13 Language Settings..14 Date/Time Settings...14 Grip Adjustment...14 Viewfinder Adjustment.15 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display. 15 Tripod Mounting...15 Loading/Unloading A Cassette..16
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.22
Changing The Menu Settings..22 Recording Menus..23 Playback Menus...25
FEATURES FOR RECORDING.26
Wide Mode..26 Night-Alive..26 Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape).26 Manual Focus..27 Exposure Control..27 Iris Lock...28 Backlight Compensation..28 Spot Exposure Control.29 White Balance Adjustment..29 Manual White Balance Adjustment..30 Wipe Or Fader Effects.30 Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects.31

VIDEO RECORDING..17

Basic Recording...17 Tape Remaining Time..17 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder..18 Zooming..18 Journalistic Shooting..19 Time Code..19 Quick Review...19 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape. 19

EDITING..32

Dubbing To A VCR...32 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing).33 Connection To A Personal Computer.34

VIDEO PLAYBACK...20

Normal Playback..20 Still Playback...20 Shuttle Search..20 Blank Search...20 Playback Snapshot..20 Connections To A TV Or VCR.21
TROUBLESHOOTING..35 USER MAINTENANCE...38 CAUTIONS..39 SPECIFICATIONS..42
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1 Rewind Button [1] ( pg. 20) Left Button [1] ( pg. 14) Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] ( pg. 19) 2 Set Button [SET] ( pg. 14) Data Battery Button [DATA] ( pg. 12) 3 Stop Button [7] ( pg. 20) Backlight Compensation Button [BACKLIGHT] ( pg. 28) Down Button [4] ( pg. 22) 4 Play/Pause Button [6] ( pg. 20) Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( pg. 27) Up Button [3] ( pg. 22) 5 Wide 16:9 Button [16:9] ( pg. 26) Blank Search Button [BLANK] ( pg. 20) 6 Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 22) 7 Fast-Forward Button [] ( pg. 20) Right Button [>] ( pg. 14) Night Button [NIGHT] ( pg. 26) 8 Diopter Adjustment Control ( pg. 15) 9 Auto Button [AUTO] ( pg. 13) ! Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ( pg. 26) " Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pg. 18) Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, ] ( pg. 20) #Battery Release Button [PUSH BATT.] ( pg. 11) $Recording Start/Stop Button ( pg. 17) %Power Switch [REC, OFF, PLAY] ( pg. 13) &Lock Button ( pg. 13) (Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT] ( pg. 16)
8 EN GETTING STARTED Controls

Connectors

Loading/Unloading A Cassette
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
Cassette holder PUSH Cassette holder cover
OPEN/EJECT Make sure the window side is facing out.

Erase protection tab

1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction
Do not touch internal components.
of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press PUSH to
Be sure to press only the section labelled PUSH to close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your nger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage. Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. When the battery packs charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing.
close the cassette holder.
3 Close the cassette holder cover rmly until it locks into place.
To protect valuable recordings Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of SAVE. This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to REC before loading it.
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VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording
Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 11) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 16) Zoom Lever

Tape Remaining Time

Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. ---min means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.
The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.
POWER/CHARGE Lamp Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button
1 Remove the lens cap. ( pg. 11) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3 Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing
The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. PAUSE is displayed. To record in LP (Long Play) mode, pg. 23.
4 To start recording, press the Recording Start/ Stop Button. REC appears on the display while recording is in progress. 5 To stop recording, press the Recording Start/ Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
Approximate recording time

Tape 30 min. 60 min. 80 min. Recording mode SP 30 min. 60 min. 80 min. LP 45 min. 90 min. 120 min.
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes and no operation is performed PAUSE indicator may not appear), the ( camcorders power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewnder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ( pg. 19). To turn the melody sounds off, pg. 22, 24.
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LCD Monitor And Viewnder

While using the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewnder is pushed back in. Pull on the end A of the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270 (90 downward, 180 upward).

Zooming

Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnication. 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)

10x 20x 40x

While using the viewnder: Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewnder fully.
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewnder. When the viewnder 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. 22, 24) Colored bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewnder. However, this is not a malfunction. ( pg. 36)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Digital zoom zone 32X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in RecordStandby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 27), then zoom in or out in Record mode. Zooming is possible to a maximum of 800X, or it can be switched to 32X magnication using the optical zoom. ( pg. 23) Zoom magnication of over 32X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom. During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer. 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 FUNCTION Menu on page 23. When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out rst. 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. 23)

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Journalistic Shooting

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270 (90 downward, 180 upward).
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. 24)

Quick Review

Enables to check the end of the last recording. 1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the RecordingStandby mode. 2) Tape is rewound for about several seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in the Recording-Standby mode for the next shot.
Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is normal.

Time Code

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to conrm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback.
Display Minutes Seconds Frames* (30 frames = 1 second)

12 : 34 : 24

1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 20) to nd the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. ( pg. 20) 2) Set the Power Switch to REC while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.
* Frames are not displayed during recording.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from 00:00:00 (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from 00:00:00. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ( pg. 19) in the following cases;

SYSTEM

The SYSTEM functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to REC are also applied when the Power Switch is set to PLAY. [ ] = Factory-preset MELODY OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. [ON]: A melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 26) CAM RESET EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factorypreset. [RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. PRIORITY [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewnder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewnder when the viewnder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened.
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DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Wipe/Fader and Effects, etc., and can be used to conrm 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 REC. 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.
SOUND MODE ]: Sound is output on both L and [STEREO R channels in stereo. SOUND L : Sound from the L channel is output. SOUND R : Sound from the R channel is output. NARRATION Although it is not possible to perform audio dubbing with this camcorder, you can hear sound from an audio-dubbed tape during playback using this function. [OFF]: Original sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo. ON: Dubbed sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo. MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both L and R channels. BRIGHT pg. 15, Brightness Adjustment Of The Display DATE/TIME [OFF]: The date/time does not appear. ON: The date/time is always displayed. ON SCREEN OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV

Playback Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset SOUND MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on page 22, select SOUND MODE or NARRATION from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. The settings below are effective only for video playback except BRIGHT and REC MODE.
The parameters (except OFF in ON SCREEN, SOUND MODE and NARRATION settings) are the same as in the description on page 23, 24.

( pg. 22), then press and hold SET or 2 until begins blinking.

stops blinking.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
To deactivate the selected effect Select OFF in step 3. The effect indicator disappears.
6 Press SET or 2 to engage the setting. 7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes and
the Manual White Balance indicator displayed. is
You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button.
In step 3, it may be difcult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually. ( pg. 27) A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, uorescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result. Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed.

WIPE/FADER

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) WHITE BLACK : Fade in or out with a white screen. : Fade in or out with a black screen.
SLIDE : Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. SCROLL : 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.
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Program AE, Effects And Shutter Effects
1 Set the Power Switch to REC. 2 Set the recording mode to M. ( pg. 13) 3 Set EFFECT, PROGRAM AE or
SHUTTER in FUNCTION Menu. ( pg. 22)
The EFFECT, PROGRAM AE or SHUTTER menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. The selected effect indicator appears.

PROGRAM AE

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) 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. TWILIGHT : Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance ( pg. 29) 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 innity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.

EFFECT

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) SEPIA : Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. MONOTONE : Like classic black and white lms, your footage is shot in B/W. CLASSIC : Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. STROBE : Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

SHUTTER

OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) SHUTTER 1/60: The shutter speed is xed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. SHUTTER 1/100: The shutter speed is xed at 1/100th of a second. The ickering that occurs when shooting under a uorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced. SHUTTER 1/500/SHUTTER 1/4000: These settings allow fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback by xing shutter speed variables. Use these settings when an automatic adjustment does not work well, using SPORTS mode. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions.
Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects can be changed during Record-Standby. Some modes of Program AE and Shutter Effects cannot be used during Night-Alive. When a subject is too bright or reective, a vertical streak may appear (smear phenomenon). Smear phenomenon tends to occur when SPORTS or any mode of SHUTTER 1/500 1/ 4000 is selected.
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EDITING

Dubbing To A VCR
1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCRs input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. ( pg. 20) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start
recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCRs instruction manual.)
4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR, then stop playback on the camcorder.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg. 13) To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV Date/time Set DATE/TIME to ON or OFF. ( pg. 22, 25) Time code Set TIME CODE to OFF or ON. ( pg. 22, 25) Indications other than date/time and time code Set ON SCREEN to OFF, LCD or LCD/ TV. ( pg. 22, 25)

1Yellow to VIDEO IN 2Red to AUDIO R IN 3White to AUDIO L IN
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Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little, if any, image or sound deterioration.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg. 13) If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed. Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
To use this camcorder as a recorder
1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit
equipped with a DV output connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.

To DV IN/OUT

3 Set the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY. 4 Set REC MODE to SP or LP. ( pg. 25) 5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
The DV IN indication appears on the screen.

Core lter

DV cable (optional)
6 Start playback on the player. 7 At the point you want to start dubbing, press
the Recording Start/Stop Button to start dubbing. The indication rotates.
8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again
to stop dubbing. The rotating.

indication stops

9 Press 7 to return to the normal playback
Video unit equipped with DV connector Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current SOUND MODE setting. ( pg. 23)
To use this camcorder as a player
equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.
3 Start playback on the camcorder. ( pg. 20) 4 At the point you want to start dubbing, start

Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV format are detected. The pictures in the HDV format cannot be played back with this camcorder.
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USER MAINTENANCE

Cleaning The Camcorder
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC Adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor. To clean the lens Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper. To clean the viewnder lens Remove dust from the viewnder using a blower brush.
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol. Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected. Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. To clean the viewnder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
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CAUTIONS

AC Adapter
When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the units power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a Siemens Plug, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Plug adapter

. remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.
The Benets 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/ 50F), 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 reattach it to the camcorder.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: To avoid hazards

Terminals

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specications Charging: 10C to 35C (50F to 95F) Operation: 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage: 20C to 50C (4F to 122F) The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: During use

Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. 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, rst 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.
Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GR-D350U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470 Telephone Number : 9733175000 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not approved by JVC could void the users authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder

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.