DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

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GR-D70 GR-D60

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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

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TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK
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ADVANCED FEATURES

REFERENCES

41 Back Cover

INSTRUCTIONS

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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 Shoulder Strap Attachment... 9 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.. 22 Initialising A Memory Card.. 22

FOR RECORDING.. 23 27

Night-Scope.. 23 Programme AE With Special Effects.. 23 Fade/Wipe Effects... 24 Snapshot (For Tape Recording).. 25 Auto Focus... 25 Manual Focus.. 26 Exposure Control.. 26 Iris Lock... 27 White Balance Adjustment.. 27 Manual White Balance Operation.. 27
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT. 28 32
For Recording Menu.. For Playback Menu.. 31 32

DUBBING... 33 34

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

TAPE RECORDING.. 12 14

Basic Recording.. Zooming... 13 Time Code... 14
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT. 35 39
Slow-Motion Playback.. 35 Frame-By-Frame Playback.. 35 Playback Special Effects.. 35 Playback Zoom.. 35 Audio Dubbing... 36 Insert Editing... 36 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]. For More Accurate Editing.. 39

TAPE PLAYBACK. 14 16

Normal Playback... Blank Search... 15 Connections.. 16
MEMORY CARD RECORDING & PLAYBACK
MEMORY CARD RECORDING. 17 18
Basic Shooting (Snapshot). 17 18

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS.. 40

Connection To A Personal Computer. 40
TROUBLESHOOTING.. CAUTIONS.. SPECIFICATIONS.. 47 INDEX.. 48 54
Controls, Connectors And Indicators. Indications.. Using The Optional RM-V717U Remote Control Unit. 54
MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK.. 18 19
Normal Playback.. 18 Auto Playback... 19 Index Playback.. 19 Viewing File Information.. 19 Removing On-Screen Display.. 19

ADVANCED FEATURES. 20 22

Protecting Files.. 20 Deleting Files... 20 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card. 21

TERMS.. 55 Back Cover

Refer to the diagrams on page 48 and 50 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.
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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: Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100C or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

CAUTIONS: NOTES:

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt consult a competent electrician.

None None

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Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
SOME DOS AND DONTS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DONT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DONT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DONT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DONT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DONT listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DONT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DONT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DONT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL

0 h 2 5m

1h30m 1h30m

( Now ) calculating

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button e.
recording is in progress.
3, 6 appears and the tally lamp 3 lights while
To Stop Recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button e. The camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode.
Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)
1h29m 0h03m 0h02m (Blinking) 0h01m (Blinking) 0h00m (Blinking)
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
1. Make sure the Power Switch u is set to and open the LCD monitor fully, then press the MENU/ VOLUME wheel % in. The Menu Screen appears. 2. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select (CAMERA DISPLAY) and press it. 3. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select BRIGHT and press it. The Menu Screen closes and the bright level indicator t appears on the display. To cancel, press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % again so that the bright level indicator t disappears. 4. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % until the bright level indicator t moves and the appropriate brightness is reached, then press it. The bright level indicator t disappears. It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor, pulling out the viewfinder and adjusting as described above.
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorders power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder 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. 14). To turn the tally lamp 3 or beep sounds off, pg. 30. When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead. Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder ( pg. 42). When the Recording Start/Stop button e is pressed, it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts. 3 starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording. 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. TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. TAPE END also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO: Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If REC SELECT is set to / in the DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well. Zoom magnification over 16X is available ( pg. 13, 28). MEMORY: Allows you to record on a memory card or access data stored on a memory card.
Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch u is set to
or , you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.

TAPE RECORDING

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Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. 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. To perform Random Assemble Editing ( pg. 37 39), time code is necessary. 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 in the following cases; When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape. When power shuts off during shooting. When a tape is removed and re-inserted during shooting. When shooting using a partially recorded tape. When shooting on a blank portion located partway through the tape. When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
Display Minutes Seconds Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

Normal Playback

1 Load a tape ( pg. 9). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to VIDEO,
then set the Power Switch u to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6 7. To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press 4/6 7. To stop playback, press 5 5. Press to rewind, or to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is possible by pressing or during playback (holding or down during playback continues search until released). Press the Zoom Button T A on the remote control to zoom in (up to 44X), or W S to zoom out. You can also magnify a particular part of an image ( pg. 35). At any time, pressing 4/resumes normal playback. Slow-Motion Playback/Playback Special Effects/ Playback Zoom: Available only with the remote control ( pg. 35) To Control The Speaker Volume: Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % so that the volume level indicator T on the display moves to obtain the appropriate volume.

Connections

1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown
in the illustration. If using a VCR. go to step 3. If not. go to step 4. Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCRs instruction manual.

To AV ( Connector cover*

4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV
to its VIDEO mode. To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV. Date/Time.. set DATE/TIME to AUTO, ON or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 30, 32). Or, press DISPLAY ; on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication. Time Code.. set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 31, 32). Indications other than date/time and time code.. set ON SCREEN to LCD, LCD/TV or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 30, 32).

To S-VIDEO q

Audio/Video cable (provided)
S-Video cable (optional) To AUDIO**, VIDEO*** and -IN connectors Y/C/CVBS video out select switch To TV or VCR TV VCR If your VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 7). Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable. To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorders Power Switch u to or , then set your TV to the appropriate input mode. Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on. If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture. If no image is displayed or no sound is heard from the TV, set S/AV INPUT to OFF in the Menu Screen (GR-D70 only, pg. 31). While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.
* When connecting the cables, open this cover. ** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. *** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

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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 4 to MEMORY, then set the Power Switch u to or while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

Press INFO 0 again to close the Info Screen.
With images shot with another device or processed on a PC, QUALITY: will be displayed.
3 To end Auto Playback, press 5 5.
Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the last-recorded one.
Removing On-Screen Display
Perform steps 1 and 2 of Normal Playback ( pg. 18).
OFF, then press it. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number indicator and battery indicator ( disappear.
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select DISPLAY, then press it.

Index Playback

You can view several different files stored on the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.
To display the indicators again, select ON in step 3.
2 Press INDEX !. The Index Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to move the
frame to the desired file. Pressing displays the next page and displays the previous page. Pressing INFO 0 gives you details on the currently selected file ( Viewing File Information).

Operation mode indicator

Folder and file number indicator

Playback Screen

4 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. The
selected file is displayed.
Index Screen Battery indicator

Selected image

Index number

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Protecting Files
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.
then set the Power Switch u to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. A stored file is displayed.
then set the Power Switch u to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch.
3 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. The Menu 4
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select PROTECT, then press it. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select the desired mode. CURRENT : Protects the currently displayed file. PROT.ALL : Protects all files stored on the memory card.
3 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. The Menu
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select DELETE, then press it.
4 Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select the
desired mode. CURRENT : Deletes the currently displayed file. ALL : Deletes all files stored on the memory card.
5 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. The
PROTECT Screen appears. If you selected CURRENT in step 4, press or to select the desired file. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select EXECUTE and press it. To cancel protection, select RETURN.
DELETE Screen appears. If you selected CURRENT in step 4, press or to select the desired file.
EXECUTE and press it. mark appears, the selected file is If the protected and cannot be deleted ( Protecting Files). To cancel deletion, select RETURN.

6 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. Exposure
adjustment is complete. To Return To Automatic Exposure Control.. select AUTO in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch u to . To Brighten The Subject Quickly.. press BACKLIGHT !. ) is displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, ) disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. +3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT Button !. Using BACKLIGHT ! may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white. Backlight compensations is also available when the Power Switch u is set to .

Focus detection zone

While focusing on a further subject While focusing on a nearer subject
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time with backlight, spotlight ( pg. 23) compensation and SNOW ( pg. 23).

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Iris Lock
Use this function in the following situations: When shooting a moving subject. When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such as when the subject is backing away. When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. When shooting objects under a spotlight. When zooming. When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken or brighten. Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 4 of Exposure Control ( pg. 26). Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold the MENU/ VOLUME wheel % for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator ) and w appear. Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. w changes to and the iris is locked. To Return To Automatic Iris Control.. rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to display AUTO then press it in step 4. The exposure control indicator ) and w disappear. Or, set the Power Switch u to . To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris.. after step 4 of Exposure Control ( pg. 26), adjust the exposure rotating the MENU/VOLUME wheel %. Then lock the iris in step 5 of Iris Lock. For automatic locking, rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select AUTO, then press it in step 4. The iris becomes automatic after about 2 seconds. Iris Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.

Playback Zoom

To magnify the recorded image up to 44X at any time during playback.
1 Press PLAY (4) k to find the scene of interest. 2 Press the Zoom Button T A or W S on the remote
control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T A zooms in.
3 You can move the image on screen around to find a
particular portion of the picture. While holding down SHIFT s, press * (Left) O, T(Right) j, ^ (Up) U and & (Down) a. To end zoom, press and hold W S until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) a and then press PLAY (4) k.
R T Y U I O P a s d f g h j k l ; A S
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 A

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) h repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9) I repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the frame is played back.
To move image, press T (Right) j while keeping SHIFT s held down.
You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still Playback by pressing SLOW (9) I or (0) h repeatedly.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode ( pg. 28).

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. 31, 32). 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) U. While holding A.DUB (e) l on the remote control, press PAUSE (6) U. 6e E and MIC (GR-D70 only) appear.

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions.
If the VCRs power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST. Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2. If the remote control is not able to control the VCR, use the controls on the VCR. When the remote controls batteries run out, the VCR brand you have set will be erased. In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to reset the VCR brand.

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCRs infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold MBR SET ^, and enter the brand code. The code is automatically set once you release MBR SET ^, and the VCRs power comes on.

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 16 and 38.
2 Make sure the VCRs power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT 5, press the button on the remote for the desired function. The functions the remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to press SHIFT 5 for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.
A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector. connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector. connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector. A VCR other than above. connect the editing cable to the remote controls PAUSE IN connector $.

VCR (Recording deck)

2 Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the
VCR BRAND NAME AKAI BRAND CODE VCR BRAND NAME MITSUBISHI NEC PANASONIC
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to VIDEO, then set the Power Switch u to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch.
3 Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape
and engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCRs instructions).

RM-V717U (optional)

VCR BRAND NAME SAMSUNG SANYO SELECO, REX SHARP SONY BRAND CODE

BRAND CODE

Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do, they will be recorded onto the new tape. To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV. Date/Time. set DATE/TIME to AUTO, ON or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 30, 32). Or, press DISPLAY 4 on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication. Time Code. set TIME CODE to ON or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 31, 32). Indications other than date/time and time code. set ON SCREEN to LCD, LCD/TV or OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 30, 32).

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.
Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects, DIS and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. Re-read the sections covering Fade/Wipe effects, Programme AE with special effects and DIS ( pg. 23, 24, 29).
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. 30, 32).
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).
Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %)
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. 31, 32).
During recording, sound cannot be heard.

This is normal.

Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work.
The Power Switch u is set to or . Set the Power Switch u to PLAY ( pg. 14).

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A memory card cannot be played back.
The Power Switch u is set to or . Set the Power Switch u to PLAY ( pg. 18). The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 is set to VIDEO. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 4 to MEMORY.
The charger indicator on the camcorder does not light.
The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low. Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10C to 35C ( pg. 44).
The LCD monitor image is distorted.
During playback of the unrecorded portion, High-speed Search and still playback, LCD monitor indications appear distorted. This is not a defect.
When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
This is not a malfunction. By recording with DIS activated ( pg. 29) this can be avoided.
Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.
The speaker volume is too great. Turn the speaker volume down ( pg. 14).
There is no playback picture on the connected TV.
Since the analogue input mode is engaged, the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode. Set S/AV INPUT to OFF in the Menu Screen ( pg. 31).
When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.
The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power turned on. Turn the camcorders power off and on again, then operate it.

Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette ( pg. 45).
The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder.
Push in the memory card a few more times ( pg. 11).
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).
Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage ( pg. 46).

An unusual mark appears.

Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor/viewfinder indications ( pg. 50 53).
An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears.
A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorders functions become unusable. Remove the power supply (battery pack, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Do not eject the cassette. This will cause damage to the tape.
An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.
A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorders functions become unusable. Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

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: 1. To avoid hazards. Terminals. do not burn. do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. do not modify or disassemble. do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire. use only specified chargers. 2. To prevent damage and prolong service life. do not subject to unnecessary shock. charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type batterycooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging. store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life. fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time. remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.

Right Button.. pg. 35 Down Button.. pg. 35 Left Button.. pg. 35 Up Button.. pg. 35
2 Grip Strap.. pg. Tally Lamp.. pg. 12, VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 5 Stop Button [5]... pg. Rewind Button [2].. pg. Play/Pause Button [4/6].. pg. Fast-Forward Button [3].. pg. USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector.. pg. INFO Button.. pg. 19 ! INDEX Button.. pg. 19
BACKLIGHT Button.. pg. 26 NIGHT Button.. pg. 23 [VIDEO, MEMORY].. pg. 13
@ Digital Video Input (GR-D70 only)/
Output Connector [DV] (i.Link*). pg. 34, 40 * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry logo is specification and extensions thereof. The used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
# Battery Pack Mount.. pg. 7 $ DC Input Connector. pg. 7 % MENU Wheel [+, ].. pg. 28 ^ Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]. pg. 17, 25 & Power Zoom Lever [T/W].. pg. 13 * FOCUS Button.. pg. 26
BLANK SEARCH Button.. pg. 15 Output Connector [AV]. pg. 16, 33, 38 Speaker Volume Control [VOLUME]. pg. 14
k PLAY Button* l A. DUB Button.. pg. 36 ; DISPLAY Button.. pg. 16, 33 A Zoom (T) Button.. pg. 13, 35 S Zoom (W) Button.. pg. 13, 35
( Audio/Video Input (GR-D70 only)/
) Edit Connector [EDIT]. pg. 38 q S-Video Input (GR-D70 only)/ w Dioptre Adjustment Control.. pg. 8 e Recording Start/Stop Button. pg. 12 r Shoulder Strap Eyelets. pg. 9 t POWER/CHARGE Lamp. pg. 7, 12, 13 y Lock Button.. pg. 13 u Power Switch
[ , Output Connector [S-VIDEO]. pg. 16, 33, 38
i Stud Hole.. pg. 9 o Tripod Mounting Socket. pg. 9 p MEMORY CARD Cover.. pg. 11
, PLAY, OFF (CHARGE)]. pg. 13
* Functions the same as each corresponding button on the camcorder.
The connectors ), q are located beneath a cover.
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Tape Recording Only During Tape Playback

1h50m REC 6w

12 b i t / SOUND 1 L

BLANK SEARCH

SOUND b i t
VOLUME 116 : 21 : 24 25. 12. : 30

15 : 55

During Memory Card Recording Only
During Memory Card Playback

# $ %^

BR I GHT
During Both Tape And Memory Card Recording

e r & * ( ) q w

40 x W T
PHOTO 3 BR I GHT 25. 12. : 30

50 INDEX

01 GR-D70/60EK 41-02.12.4, 17:30
1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. pg. Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode 3 Rotates while the tape is running. pg. 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... pg. 29

r Appears during zooming

Zoom level indicator.. pg. 13
t Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor

pg. 28 32

Backlight Compensation.. pg. 26 Battery Low.. pg. 52 Battery Pack.. pg. 7, 8, 44 Beep... pg. 30
Journalistic Shooting.. pg. 13
Blank Search.. pg. 15 Brighten The LCD Monitor.. pg. 12
LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications. Load A Tape... pg. 9
Channels (Left/Right).. pg. 32 Charge The Battery Pack.. pg. 7 Cinema... pg. 29 Classic Film.. pg. 23 Clean The Camcorder. pg. 46 Connections.. pg. 7, 16, 33, 34, 38, 40

pg. 50 53

Maintenance.. pg. 46 Manual Focus.. pg. 26 Memory Card.. pg. 11, 44 Menu Screen, CAMERA. pg. 28, 29 Menu Screen, CAMERA DISPLAY.. pg. 30, 31 Menu Screen, DSC.. pg. 11, 31 Menu Screen, MANUAL.. pg. 29 Menu Screen, SYSTEM.. pg. 30 Menu Screen, VIDEO.. pg. 31 Menu Screen, VIDEO DISPLAY. pg. 32 Monotone.. pg. 23 Motor Drive Mode.. pg. 25 MultiMediaCard.. pg. 11, 44
Darken The LCD Monitor. pg. 12 Date/Time Display.. pg. Date/Time Settings... pg. 10 Deleting Files.. pg. 20 Demonstration Mode.. pg. 6, 30 DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser).. pg. 29 Dioptre Adjustment.. pg. 8
Digital Zoom.. pg. 13, 28
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). pg. 21, 22 Dubbing.. pg. 33, 34

Night-Scope... pg. 23

Erase Protection... pg. 9 Exposure Control.. pg. 26
Picture Quality/Image Size.. pg. 11 Playback Special Effects.. pg. 35 Playback Zoom... pg. 35 Power-Linked Operation.. pg. 13 Power Switch Position. pg. 13 Programme AE With Special Effects. pg. 23 Protecting Files... pg. 20 Provided Accessories.. pg. 5
Fast-Forward The Tape.. pg. 14 Frame-By-Frame Playback.. pg. 35 Fade-In/Out.. pg. 24
Tele Macro... pg. 29 Time Code.. pg. 14, Tripod Mounting.. pg. 9 Tally... pg. 30
pg. Record-Standby.. pg. 12 Recording Mode.. pg. 10 Remote Control.. pg. 5, 35 Reset.. pg. 30 Rewind The Tape.. pg. 14

Random Assemble Editing.

Twilight... pg. 23

Unload A Tape.. pg. 9

Self-Recording.. pg. 13 Sepia.. pg. 23 Set Remote Control/VCR Code. Shutter Speed.. Shuttle Search.. pg. 14 Slow-Motion Playback.. pg. 14, 35 SD Memory Card.. pg. 11, 44
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position.. pg. 13

pg. 37 pg. 23

Wide Mode... pg. 29 Wind Cut... pg. 29 Wipe In/Out.. pg. 24 White Balance.. pg. 27
Snapshot.. pg. 17, 25 Snapshot Mode... pg. 25 Snow.. pg. 23 Sound Mode.. pg. 28, 31, 32 Specifications..

Zooming.. pg. 13

Speaker Volume.. pg. 14 Sports.. pg. 23 Spotlight.. pg. 23 Squeeze.. Still Playback.. pg. 14 Strobe.. pg. 23