WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 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 safty caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides. CAUTIONS: This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color 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-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) 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 (212F) 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 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 amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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 tip-over. 11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified 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.

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked and memory cards* marked or can be used with this unit.
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.) * Memory cards can be used with GR-D93 and GR-D73 only.
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CONTENTS

5 ADVANCED FEATURES
Provided Accessories..5 Power....6 Grip Adjustment...7 Operation Mode...8 Date/Time Settings...8 Viewfinder Adjustment...9 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display.9 Tripod Mounting...9 Loading/Unloading A Cassette.10 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card (GR-D93/73 only). 10
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT.. 25
Changing The Menu Settings.. 25 Recording Menus... 26 Playback Menus... 28
FEATURES FOR RECORDING.. 29
White LED Light... 29 Night Alive.. 29 Wipe Or Fader Effects.. 30 Program AE With Special Effects.. 30 Snapshot (For Video Recording).. 31 Auto Focus... 31 Manual Focus.. 32 Exposure Control.. 32 Iris Lock... 32 Backlight Compensation... 33 White Balance Adjustment.. 33 Manual White Balance Adjustment.. 33
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

VIDEO RECORDING...11

Basic Recording...11 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder..12 Tape Remaining Time..12 Zooming...12 Journalistic Shooting..13 Self Recording...13 Time Code..13 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape..13

EDITING.. 34

Dubbing To Or From A VCR.. 34 Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing).. 35 Connection To A Personal Computer. 36 Audio Dubbing (GR-D93/73 only).. 37 Insert Editing (GR-D93/73 only).. 37

VIDEO PLAYBACK...14

Normal Playback...14 Still Playback...14 Shuttle Search...14 Blank Search...14 Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D93/73 only). 15 Connections To A TV Or VCR..17
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-D93/D73 only) 18
D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-D93/D73 only).18
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot).18 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card...19
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.. 38 TROUBLESHOOTING.. 40 CAUTIONS... 45 USER MAINTENANCE.. 48 SPECIFICATIONS.. 49 INDEX... 50
D.S.C. PLAYBACK (GR-D93/D73 only)..20

( pg. 20).

2 Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. The Menu Screen
3 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select DISPLAY,
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
4 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select OFF, and
press it. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery indicator ( ) disappear.
To display the indicators again, select ON. Operation mode indicator Folder/file number

100-0013

Press the INFO Button again to close the Information Screen.
With images shot with other devices or processed on a PC, QUALITY: will be displayed.

D I SPLAY

OF F ON RETURN

Battery indicator

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22 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-D93/D73 only) Protecting Files
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card
6 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select
CANC.ALL, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
A stored file is displayed.
7 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select

EXECUTE, and press it.

To cancel selection, select RETURN.
4 Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears. selected, and press the MMENU/ VOL. Wheel in. The Sub Menu appears. To protect the currently displayed file

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.
Power Switch MMENU/VOL. Lock Button 3 VIDEO/MEMORY

5 Make sure PROTECT is

MENU PROTECT DELETE DPOF NO. RESET FORMAT D I SPLAY BR I G HT END
Wheel to select CURRENT, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears.
PROTECT ME NU CURRENT PROT. AL L CANC. AL L RETURN
7 Press 3 or 5 to select the

desired file.

8 Rotate the MMENU/VOL.
Wheel to select EXECUTE, and press it.
To cancel protection, select RETURN. Repeat steps 7 and 8 for all files you want to protect.

TELE MACRO [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m (3.3 ft) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to ON, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm (2 ft).
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
WIDE MODE [OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. CINEMA* : Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. The indicator appears. During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When using this mode, refer to your widescreen TVs instruction manual. During playback/ recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letter boxed 16:9 movie. SQUEEZE* : For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. The indicator appears. When using
SNAP MODE [FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame

[FULL]

PIN-UP
For details on the procedure, refer to Snapshot (For Video Recording) ( pg. 31).

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this mode, refer to your wide-screen TVs instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.
FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. CAM RESET EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset. RETURN: Does not reset all settings to the factorypreset.
WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function. ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.

CAMERA DISPLAY

The n (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to A. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to M. The n (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective only for shooting except BRIGHT.

SYSTEM

The s functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to M are also applied when the Power Switch is set to PLAY. [ ] = Factory-preset BEEP OFF: Turns off sounds when performing any operations. It also deactivates the shutter sound effect, however the shutter sound is recorded onto the tape during Snapshot for Video Recording ( pg. 31). BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 18, 31) [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 18, 31) REMOTE OFF: Disables the remote control operations. [ON]: Enables the remote control operations. For GR-D33 owners: It is recommended that this function be set to OFF to prevent improper operation. DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases:

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a still image.
Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to eyes. If the light does not reach the subject, the Night-Alive function will be activated, and makes it possible to shoot the subject brighter. There is a difference in the brightness of the images shot between the centre area which is illuminated by the LED Light and the surrounding areas (which will be darker). Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter speed when the White LED Light setting is ON, they will appear slightly blurred.
1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF: Turns off the light. ON: The light is on always. ( appears.) AUTO: The light turns on automatically when dark. ( appears.)
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30 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING
SNAPSHOT Button MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button
WIPECORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. WIPEWINDOW: The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the center. WIPESLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. WIPEDOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene. WIPESCROLL: The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

Wipe Or Fader Effects

IMPORTANT:
Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. (See the right column) If an unusable Wipe/Fader Effect is selected, its indicator blinks in blue or goes out.
WIPESHUTTER: Wipe in from the center of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the center leaving a black screen.
Program AE With Special Effects
Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects. (See the left column) If an unusable mode is selected, the indicator of Program AE with Special Effects blinks or goes out.
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped.
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 12) 3 Set r to the desired mode. ( pg. 25)
2 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the
The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. The selected effect indicator appears.
3 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 12) 4 Set v to the desired mode. ( pg. 25)

Snapshot (For Video Recording)
This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO. (GR-D93/73 only) 2 Set the Power Switch to M while pressing down the
3 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 12) 4 Set SNAP MODE to the desired mode.

( pg. 25, 26)

5 Press SNAPSHOT.
When two subjects overlap in the same scene. When illumination is low.* When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a clear, blue sky.* When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.* When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. * The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and
There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. The O indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder reenters the Record-Standby mode. You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. Regardless of the Power Switch position (A or M), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode.
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean. ( pg. 48) When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally. When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first. ( pg. 12) If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when TELE MACRO is set to ON. ( pg. 26)
To remove the shutter sound, refer to BEEP on page 27.
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance ( pg. 33) is automatically set to , but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look. MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the classic film effect. CLASSIC FILM*: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. STROBE*: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

Motor Drive Mode

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

Auto Focus

The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed Focus detection zone below (in these cases perform Manual Focus):
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32 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING
MMENU/VOL. SNAPSHOT FOCUS
4 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select
p (EXPOSURE), and press it.
5 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select MANUAL, and press it. 6 To brighten the image, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards +. To darken the image, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards. (maximum 6)
Lock Button Power Switch +3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight compensation. ( pg. 33) 3 exposure has the same effect as when r is set to SPOTLIGHT. ( pg. 31) The exposure control indicator appears.

Manual Focus

If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 9).
7 Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. Exposure
adjustment is complete. To return to automatic exposure control Select AUTO in step 5. Or, set the Power Switch to A.
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when r is set to SPOTLIGHT or SNOW ( pg. 30), or with the backlight compensation. ( pg. 33) If the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness, set GAIN UP to AUTO. ( pg. 25, 26)
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
While focusing on a further subject
2 Press FOCUS. The manual
focus indicator appears. rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards +. The indicator appears and blinks. To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards. The indicator appears and blinks. To reset to Auto Focus Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to A. If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.
3 To focus on a further subject,
Manual focus indicator While focusing on a nearer subject

Iris Lock

Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in welllit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light. Use this function in the following situations:

Refer to the instruction manual for the VCR.
8 Press 4/9 on the camcorder to start playback of the

source tape.

9 At the point you want to start dubbing, engage the

VCRs Record mode.

10 To pause dubbing, engage the VCRs RecordPause mode and press 4/9 on the camcorder. VCR and camcorder.
11 Repeat steps for additional editing. Stop the
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EDITING EN

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. 7) If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units. (GR-D93/73 only) 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 9. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again. If Playback Zoom ( pg. 16) or Playback Special Effects ( pg. 16) is attempted (GR-D93/73 only) or SNAPSHOT is pressed during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV IN/OUT connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.

To DV IN/OUT

To use this camcorder as a recorder 1) Perform steps 1 to 4 in To use this camcorder as a player. 2) Set REC MODE to SP or LP. ( pg. 25, 26) 3) Insert the recording cassette in this camcorder. 4) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to engage the Record-Pause mode.
The DV. IN indication appears on the screen.

Core filter

DV cable (optional)
5) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording. The T indication rotates. 6) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop recording. The T indication stops rotating.
If no image is displayed on the LCD monitor, set S/AV INPUT to OFF. ( pg. 25, 28) (GR-D93/73 only) Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current SOUND MODE setting. ( pg. 26)
Video unit equipped with DV connector
1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with
a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.

3 Set this camcorders VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to VIDEO. (GR-D93/73 only) 4 Set this camcorders Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 5 Turn on the video units power. 6 Insert the source cassette in this camcorder. 7 Insert the recording cassette in the video unit. 8 Press 4/9 on this camcorder to start playback of the

source cassette.

9 At the point you want to start dubbing, engage the video units Record mode. 10 To pause dubbing, engage the video units RecordPause mode and press 4/9 on this camcorder.
video unit and camcorder.
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36 EN EDITING Connection To A Personal Computer
[A] Using USB cable (GR-D93/73 only)
It is possible to do the following things: Transfer still 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.

[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.
To USB To DV IN/OUT Refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB/DV CONNECTION GUIDE for the installation of the bundled software and drivers. The software operation manual is provided as PDF file on the CD-ROM. 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. (GR-D93/73 only) 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. If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode. (GR-D93/73 only) The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. 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. (GR-D93/73 only) The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using.
Core filter USB cable (provided) DV cable (optional)
Core filter To USB connector To DV connector

PC with DV connector

For GR-D93/73 owners: USB MODE and/or 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.
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Audio Dubbing (GR-D93/73 only)
The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. ( pg. 26)

The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO. HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY.
When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.
This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is not a malfunction.
A memory card cannot be played back.
The Power Switch is set to A or M. HSet the Power Switch to PLAY. ( pg. 20) The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to VIDEO. HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to MEMORY.

(GR-D93/73 only)

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.
This is not a malfunction.
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TROUBLESHOOTING EN

Advanced features
The focus does not adjust automatically.
Focus is set to the Manual mode. HSet Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 31) The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. HClean the lens and check the focus again. ( pg. 48) The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low.

Other problems

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

SET DATE/TIME! appears.

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

There is no picture.

The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists. HTurn the camcorders power off and on again. ( pg. 8)

TIME CODE is set to OFF. HSet TIME CODE to ON. ( pg. 25, 27, 28)
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Warning Indications

Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level High Exhausted
A. DUB ERROR! <CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED TAPE> <CANNOT DUB ON A 16bit RECORDING> <CHECK TAPES ERASE PROTECTION TAB> (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. ( pg. 37) Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio. ( pg. 37) Appears if A. DUB (D) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE. ( pg. 37) INSERT ERROR! (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. ( pg. 37) INSERT ERROR! <CANNOT EDIT ON A LP RECORDED TAPE> <CHECK TAPES ERASE PROTECTION TAB> (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. ( pg. 37) Appears if INSERT (I) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE. ( pg. 37) MEMORY IS FULL (GR-D93/73 only) Appears when the memory cards memory is full and shooting is not possible. COPYING FAILED Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder. Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory card (as digital stills) (GR-D93/73 only):
when no memory card is loaded. when the memory cards memory is full. when the memory card is not formatted. when a write-protected SD Memory Card is loaded. ( pg. 19)
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Appears when no tape is loaded. ( pg. 10) CHECK TAPES ERASE PROTECTION TAB Appears when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE while the Power Switch is set to A or M and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-D93/73 only) is set to VIDEO. ( pg. 8) USE CLEANING CASSETTE Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette. ( pg. 46) CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT Appears if condensation occurs. (The two indications above swiches alternately every 3 seconds.) When this indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears. TAPE! Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/ Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to A or M and the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch (GR-D93/73 only) is set to VIDEO. TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. ( pg. 38) SET DATE/TIME! Appears when the date/time is not set. ( pg. 8) Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. ( pg. 8) LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached. A. DUB ERROR! (GR-D93/73 only) Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. ( pg. 37)

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. 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.

Avoid using the unit

DO NOT leave the unit
To protect the unit, DO NOT
Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
. 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 and viewfinders lens to direct sunlight. carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. swing it excessively when using the hand strap or the grip. swing the soft camera case excessively when the camcorder is inside it.
. No picture during playback. Blocks of noise appear during playback. During recording, the Head Clog Warning indicator appears. Recording cannot be performed properly.
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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.
About moisture condensation
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, 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.
Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GR-D93U/D73U/D33U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470 Telephone Number : 973-3175000 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. Change or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance 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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Date/Time Display (DATE/TIME)..27, 28 Settings..8 DCF (Design rule for Camera File system).20, 39 Deleting Files (DELETE)...22 Demonstration Mode (DEMO MODE).27 Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)..26 DPOF Setting (Digital Print Order Format).23 Dubbing..19, 34, 35 Dubbing from tape to memory card..19
Picture Quality (QUALITY).. 27 Playback sound (SOUND MODE, NARRATION). 28 Playback Special Effects.. 16 Playback Zoom.. 16 Power Switch Position... 8 Priority Setting (PRIORITY)... 27 Program AE With Special Effects (PROGRAM AE) Classic Film (CLASSIC FILM).. 31 Monotone (MONOTONE).. 31 Sepia (SEPIA).. 31 Shutter Speed (SHUTTER).. 30 Snow (SNOW).. 31 Sports (SPORTS).. 31 Spotlight (SPOTLIGHT).. 31 Strobe (STROBE).. 31 Twilight (TWILIGHT).. 31 Protecting Files (PROTECT).. 22 Provided Accessories.. 5
Erase Protection...10 Exposure Control (EXPOSURE)..32
Fade-In/Out...30 Fast-Forward The Tape..14 Frame-By-Frame Playback..16
Recording media selection (REC SELECT). 28 Recording Mode (REC MODE).. 26, 28 Recording Time Tape... 10 Record-Standby... 11 Remaining Power Level... 43 Remote control setting (REMOTE).. 27 Resetting Menu Settings (CAM RESET). 27 Resetting The File Name.. 24 Rewind The Tape... 14
Gain Up (GAIN UP)..26 Grip Adjustment...7
Image Size (IMAGE SIZE)..28 Index Playback Of Files..20 Indications on the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder.52 Initializing A Memory Card (FORMAT).24 Insert Editing...37 Iris...32 Iris Lock..32
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SD Memory Card...10, 45 Self Recording...13 Shuttle Search...14 Slow-Motion Playback..16 Snapshot...18, 31 Snapshot Mode (SNAP MODE)..26 Sound Mode (SOUND MODE)..26, 28 Speaker Volume...14 Specifications...49 Still Playback...14 S-Video/AV input (S/AV INPUT)..28, 34, 35
Telephoto setting (TELE MACRO)..26 Time Code (TIME CODE)..13, 27 Tripod Mounting...9
Unloading A Cassette..10 Unloading A Memory Card..10
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position..8 Viewfinder Adjustment...9
White Balance (W.BALANCE)..33 White LED Light...29 Wide Mode (WIDE MODE) Cinema (CINEMA)..26 Squeeze (SQUEEZE)..26 Wipe In/Out...30

Zooming (ZOOM)...12, 26

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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 read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO 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 NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock; NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry!

The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. Do not allow the DC terminals of the AC Adapter to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and cause malfunction. For other notes, pg. 27.

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.
Maximum continuous recording time
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Operation Mode

To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except OFF (CHARGE) while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
POWER/CHARGE lamp Power Switch Lock Button
3 Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

4 Rotate the MMENU/VOL.
Wheel to select n, and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.
CAMERA D I S PLAY BR I GHT ON S CRE E N LCD / T V DA T E / T I ME AU T O T I ME CODE OF F CL OCK 20. 12. 04 AD J. 17 : 30

5 Rotate the MMENU/VOL.

Wheel to select CLOCK ADJ., and press it. The parameter for Day is highlighted.

RETURN

6 Rotate the MMENU/VOL.

MMENU/VOL.

CAMERA D ISPLAY
Wheel to input the day, and press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.

CL OCK AD J.

20. 12. : 30

7 Rotate the MMENU/VOL.

RETURN Wheel to select BRETURN, and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch.
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 (day), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you have just set.

Power Switch Position

A (Full Auto Recording): Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. The A indicator appears on the display. M (Manual Recording): Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. ( pg. 14) If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode. There is no indication on the display. OFF: Allows you to switch off the camcorder. PLAY: Allows you to play back a recording on the tape. Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. ( pg. 14)

Viewfinder Adjustment

1 Set the Power Switch to A or M while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.

1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (See the right column) 3 Set the Power Switch to A or M 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. 14, 15.

Tape Remaining Time

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

0h 25 m

4 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The T 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 RecordStandby mode.

1h 0m 0h 0m

0h59m 0h 1m

0h 3m 0h 2m

(Now calculating) (Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)
The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. 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. LCD monitor/viewfinder indications: When power is supplied from a battery: the battery indicator is displayed. ( pg. 31) When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the battery indicator does not appear. 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. 11).

Zooming

Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W.
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action.

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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
1 xW T xW T 20xW T 40xW T

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

10x W T
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 (See below) in the following cases;

MMENU/VOL. BLANK SEARCH

Shuttle Search

Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, or 3 for reverse search. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9.
During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes. A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Power Switch Lock Button 8 4/9 During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. ( pg. 11)
1 Load a cassette. ( pg. 9) 2 Set the Power Switch to PLAY while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
3 During Stop mode, press BLANK SEARCH.

3 Speaker 5

The BLANK SEARCH indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the detected blank portion. To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8.

Normal Playback

3 To start playback, press 4/9. 4 To stop playback, press 8.
During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5 to fastforward the tape.
To control the speaker volume Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards + to turn up the volume, or towards to turn down the volume.
Before starting Blank Search, if the current position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction. Blank Search does not work if USE CLEANING CASSETTE has appeared with the tape. If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically. A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape may not be detected. The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. ( pg. 13) For other notes, pg. 27.

Still Playback

Pauses during video playback. 1) Press 4/9 during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9 again.
If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorders Stop mode is automatically engaged. When 4/9 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.
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Connections To A TV Or VCR
These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals.

CAMERA
The m settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both A and M. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to M. [ ] = Factory-preset REC MODE [SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode LP: Long Playmore economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time.
AGC mode, but the subjects movements are not smooth or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, is displayed.

MANUAL

The q settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to M. [ ] = Factory-preset DIS OFF: Disables the function. [ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.
If the recording mode is switched, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point. It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound.
SOUND MODE [12 bit]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models) 16 bit: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models) ZOOM 16X: When set to 16X while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 16X since digital zoom will be disengaged. [40X]: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification. 700X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 700X digital magnification. SNAP MODE [FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame
TELE MACRO [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to ON, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
WIDE MODE [OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. CINEMA : Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. The indicator appears. During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When using this mode, refer to your widescreen TVs instruction manual. During playback/ recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letter boxed 16:9 movie. SQUEEZE : For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. The indicator appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TVs instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically. WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function. ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal.

[FULL]

PIN-UP
For details on the procedure, refer to Snapshot (For Video Recording) ( pg. 20). GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. AUTO : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the
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. The indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
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16 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT

SYSTEM

The s functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to M are also applied when the Power Switch is set to PLAY. [ ] = Factory-preset BEEP OFF: Turns off sounds when performing any operations. It also deactivates the shutter sound effect, however the shutter sound is recorded onto the tape during Snapshot for Video Recording ( pg. 20). BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 20) [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect. ( pg. 20) DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program 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 A or M.

CAMERA DISPLAY

The n (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to A. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to M. The n (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective only for shooting except BRIGHT.
[ ] = Factory-preset BRIGHT pg. 9, Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ON SCREEN LCD: Keeps the camcorders display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. [LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorders display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV. DATE/TIME OFF: The date/time does not appear. [AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds when the Power Switch is set from OFF to A or M. ON: The date/time is always displayed. TIME CODE [OFF]: Time code is not displayed. ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. ( pg. 11) CLOCK ADJ. pg. 8, Date/Time Settings
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.
If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off. If DEMO MODE remains ON, some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to OFF.
PRIORITY [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. CAM RESET EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset. RETURN: Does not reset all settings to the factorypreset.

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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 14, select SOUND MODE or NARRATION from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. SOUND MODE [STEREO ]: Sound is output on both L and R channels in stereo. SOUND L : Sound from the L channel is output. SOUND R : Sound from the R channel is output. NARRATION [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.

Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to eyes. If the light does not reach the subject, the Night-Scope function will be activated, and makes it possible to shoot the subject brighter. There is a difference in the brightness of the images shot between the centre area which is illuminated by the LED Light and the surrounding areas (which will be darker). Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter speed when the White LED Light setting is ON, they will appear slightly blurred.
During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out: Some modes of Program AE With Special Effects ( pg. 19). GAIN UP in CAMERA Menu. ( pg. 15) DIS in MANUAL Menu. ( pg. 15) During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.
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SNAPSHOT MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button
WIPECORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. WIPEWINDOW: The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the centre. WIPESLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. WIPEDOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene. WIPESCROLL: The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen. WIPESHUTTER: Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen.

Wipe Or Fader Effects

IMPORTANT:
Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. (See the right column.) If an unusable Wipe/Fader Effect is selected, its indicator blinks in blue or goes out.
Program AE With Special Effects
Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects. (See the left column.) If an unusable mode is selected, the indicator of Program AE with Special Effects blinks or goes out.

To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel towards. The indicator appears and blinks. To reset to Auto Focus Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to A. If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.
While focusing on a nearer subject

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. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed Focus detection zone below (in these cases perform Manual Focus):
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 LCD monitor or the viewfinder.* When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. * The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and

Manual focus indicator

Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depthof-field is reduced at longer focal lengths. When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, or will blink.
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean. ( pg. 34) 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. 10) 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. 15)
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22 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Exposure Control
Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations:
When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.

Iris Lock

Loading/Unloading A Cassette (pg. 9)
It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force. If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again. If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again. When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder recedes may cause damage to the camcorder. Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading. When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not. See Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ( pg. 11).

VIDEO RECORDING (pg. 10)

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. The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached. There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force. Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts. The T indicator starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording.
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28 EN TROUBLESHOOTING

If the problem still exists after following the steps below, please consult your nearest 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, 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. During recording, the date/ time does not appear.
DATE/TIME is set to OFF. HSet DATE/TIME to ON. ( pg. 14, 16)

During recording, sound cannot be heard.

This is normal.

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.
Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE with special effects, DIS and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. HRe-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE with special effects and DIS. ( pg. 14 20)

No power is supplied.

The power is not connected properly. HConnect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 7) The battery is dead. HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged one. ( pg. 6, 7) The LCD monitor is not open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording. HOpen the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder.
Digital Zoom does not work.
16X optical zoom is selected. HSet ZOOM to 40X or 700X. ( pg. 15).
Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor.
White spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear on the LCD monitor. This may occur when the Night-Scope function is activated during recording and is not a malfunction.
The POWER/CHARGE lamp blinks in the RecordStandby mode.
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorders power shuts off automatically. Then, the POWER/CHARGE lamp will blink to indicate for charging if the battery pack is attached to the camcorder and its power is supplied from the AC Adapter. HPush back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor to return to the Record-Standby mode.

Video Playback

Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work.
The Power Switch is set to A or M. HSet the Power Switch to PLAY. ( pg. 12)

Video Recording

Recording cannot be performed.
The Power Switch is set to PLAY or OFF. HSet the Power Switch to A or M. ( pg. 10) The tapes erase protection tab is set to SAVE. HSet the tapes erase protection tab to REC. ( pg. 9) TAPE END appears. HReplace with new cassette. ( pg. 9) The cassette holder cover is open. HClose the cassette holder cover.
The tape is moving, but there is no picture.
Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode. HSet the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback. ( pg. 13) The cassette holder cover is open. HClose the cassette holder cover. ( pg. 9)
Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.

Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. HPress BACKLIGHT. ( pg. 23)
The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.
The subject is too bright. HSet r to SPOTLIGHT. ( pg. 20)
When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
White Balance cannot be activated.
The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. ( pg. 20)
Wipe/Fader effects do not work.
The Black & White Fader does not work.
The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). ( pg. 14, 20)
Program AE with special effects does not work.
The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow.
When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when GAIN UP is set to AUTO. HIf you want the lighting to look more natural, set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF. ( pg. 14, 15)
This is not a malfunction. HBy recording with DIS activated ( pg. 14, 15) this can be avoided.
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30 EN TROUBLESHOOTING

When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.
The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power turned on. HTurn the camcorders power off and on again, then operate it.
Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.
The speaker volume is too great. HTurn the speaker volume down. ( pg. 12)
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).
HWipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage. ( pg. 34) To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. HClose the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.
Time code does not appear.
TIME CODE is set to OFF. HSet TIME CODE to ON. ( pg. 14, 16, 17)
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 colours differ from those that are actually recorded. This is not a defect of the camcorder. HAdjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. ( pg. 9, 10) When the LCD monitors fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer.
An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears.
A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorders functions become unusable. H pg. 31.

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32 EN CAUTIONS

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

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: During use
. make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark. be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals. make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting. do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage. do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust. away from heaters or other heat sources. out of direct sunlight. where they wont be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. where they wont be exposed to strong magnetic fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets). vertically, in their original cases.
To prevent damage and prolong service life
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. 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 battery cooler 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.