Jvc 0503-FO-ID-VP User Manual

LYT1154-001CMaster Page: Cover1ENENGLISHGR-HD1GETTING STARTED 12VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK20DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK

10 ENMaster Page: LeftHow To Attach The Strap1 Following the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet a.2 Fold it back and thread it through

Master Page: Right—8—i.LINK connectionEnables you to import MPEG-format video stream to the PC (or export edited video clip to the camcorder). 1 Set t

Master Page: Right—9—Installing the driver for importing MPEG-format video streamWhen you connect the camcorder to the PC with an i.LINK cable at firs

Master Page: Right—10—Installing the drivers for using the camcorder as a web cameraWhen you connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable at first

Master Page: Right—11—If the [Removable Disk] window does not appear, confirm the connection (墌 pg. 7) or perform the following procedure.A Click [Sta

Master Page: Right—12—Still image files that are stored in a memory card can be copied to a PC and played back on the PC. NOTE:Never disconnect the U

Master Page: Right—13—Before replacing memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder.1 Confirm that th

Master Page: Right—14—1 Connect the camcorder to the PC with an i.LINK cable. (墌 pg. 8)2 Click [Start], go to [All Programs] – [PIXELA] – [HD Capture

Master Page: Right—15—7 Check playback on the camcorder’s LCD monitor, and then click [Start] approximately 2 seconds before the scene from where impo

Master Page: Right—16—Reinstalling the driverIf the camcorder’s model name does not appear in HD Capture Utility in spite of proper settings, the driv

This digital HD video camera enables you to record images on MiniDV tapes in the MPEG2 format. Select the recording mode for best image recordings.Th

Master Page: Left-Heading0CONTENTSEN 11GETTING STARTED 12Power ...12Grip Adjustme

Use the component video connector for viewing clear images.This digital HD video camera is equipped with a component video connector that enables yo

Renseignez-vous sur les nouveaux CCD mégapixel pour de meilleurs enregistrements d’images HD.Filmer des images HD est maintenant possible grâce au d

Se puede realizar la reproducción (de avance y de retroceso) de búsqueda de alta velocidad con imágenes grabadas en el modo HD (formato MPEG2).● Dur

ENGLISHDetails On HD Mode ImageHD mode images may appear to move somewhat stiffly compared with SD mode or DV mode images. This is because they are sh

ENGLISHNote on installing MPEG Edit StudioTM Pro LEEnter the serial number which is printed on the label on the CD-ROM case.● When entering the serial

Master Page: Left-start12 ENGETTING STARTEDThis camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use

EN 13Master Page: RightUsing AC Power1Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.2 Plug the AC Power Adapter/Charg

14 ENMaster Page: Left1 Adjust the velcro strip.2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip.3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the

EN 15Master Page: RightNOTES:● When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select whether you use the LCD monitor and t

16 ENMaster Page: LeftTo turn on the camcorder, turn the Power Switch to align any operation mode except “OFF” to the Power Lamp while pressing down t

EN 17Master Page: RightThe date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. (墌 pg. 35, 42)1

18 ENMaster Page: LeftThe camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 1 Loosen the grip strap.2 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the dir

EN 19Master Page: RightThe provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase.1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

2 ENMaster Page: Left-Safety-DummyUsing This Instruction Manual● All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. ● Notes app

Master Page: Left-start20 ENVIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKVIDEO RECORDINGNOTE:Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:● Power (墌 pg. 12

EN 21Master Page: RightRecording ModeFollowing procedure is an example of the operation; to change the position of the Recording Mode Switch from “DV”

22 ENMaster Page: LeftTape Remaining TimeApproximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– h – – m” means the camcorder is calculating the re

EN 23Master Page: RightTime CodeDuring recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on t

24 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0VIDEO PLAYBACK1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 18)2 Set the Playback Mode Switch to “VIDEO”.3 Set the Power Switch to “P” whil

EN 25Master Page: RightShuttle SearchAllows high-speed search in either direction during video playback.1) During playback, press 5 for forward search

26 ENMaster Page: LeftThese are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals.To Con

EN 27Master Page: Right1 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

Master Page: Left-start28 ENDIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACKD.S.C. RECORDINGYou can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera

EN 29Master Page: Right-Heading0D.S.C. PLAYBACKImages shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory

EN 3Master Page: Right-SafetyWhen the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow

30 ENMaster Page: LeftYou can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a par

EN 31Master Page: RightThe Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 19)2 Set the Playback Mode Switch t

32 ENMaster Page: LeftTo remove protection from all files stored in the memory card7 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANC.ALL”, and press it. The PRO

EN 33Master Page: RightBy resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It

34 ENMaster Page: LeftTo Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints1Perform steps 1 – 6 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”

EN 35Master Page: Right-startADVANCED FEATURESMENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTThis camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that

36 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0RECORDING MENUSCAMERARecording modeAllows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference.REC MOD

EN 37Master Page: RightMANUALOptical Image StabilizationTo compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.O

38 ENMaster Page: LeftWide modeDV WIDE (Factory-preset: OFF)OFF: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen

EN 39Master Page: RightComponent video output settingWhen connecting the camcorder to a TV or video unit equipped with component video inputs (墌 pg. 2

4 ENMaster Page: Left-SafetyIMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSElectrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in p

40 ENMaster Page: LeftDSCPicture qualityThe Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FI

EN 41Master Page: Right-Heading0PLAYBACK MENUSVIDEOPlayback soundDuring tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was

42 ENMaster Page: LeftSYSTEMEach setting is linked with “s”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”. (墌 pg. 35) The parameters are the same

EN 43Master Page: Right-Heading0FEATURES FOR RECORDINGOnce the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural

44 ENMaster Page: Left This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.1 Set the Recording Mode Switch to “HD”, “SD”

EN 45Master Page: RightLike the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates

46 ENMaster Page: LeftChanging the shutter speed manually allows a fast-moving subject to be shot as if it is stationary, or to be intentionally blurr

EN 47Master Page: RightNOTE:If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed “Viewfinder Adjustment” (墌 pg. 15).1 Set the Power Swit

48 ENMaster Page: LeftThe white balance that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct,

EN 49Master Page: RightAdjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting.1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing do

EN 5Master Page: Right-SafetyUSE1. AccessoriesTo avoid personal injury:● Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or tabl

50 ENMaster Page: LeftWipe/Fader effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next.Wipe

EN 51Master Page: Right TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance (墌 pg. 48) is automatically set to “ ”, but can be changed to

52 ENMaster Page: LeftThe Navigation Function helps you check tape contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card.To make thumbnail images durin

EN 53Master Page: RightTo add thumbnail images during video playback1Perform steps 1 to 4 in “To find scenes on tape using thumbnail images (NAVIGATIO

54 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0DUBBING* Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN/OUT connector. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yel

EN 55Master Page: RightUsing an i.LINK cable (optional), it is possible to dub recorded scenes in DV format from the camcorder onto another video unit

56 ENMaster Page: LeftTo use this camcorder as a recorderDubbing from other devices in MPEG2 format is possible if the connected device is another sam

EN 57Master Page: RightStill images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card.1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 18)2 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 19)3 Set the

58 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNITThe Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well a

EN 59Master Page: Right.Slow-Motion Playback (DV only)Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback.During normal video playback,

6 ENMaster Page: Left-SafetySAFETY PRECAUTIONSDo not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as l

60 ENMaster Page: LeftPlayback Special Effects (DV only)Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image that was recorded in DV mode.Th

EN 61Master Page: RightNOTES:● When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit, the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.● If you dub

62 ENMaster Page: LeftCreate edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in a

EN 63Master Page: RightMake ConnectionsAlso refer to page 26.* Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN connector. In this case, it is not necessary

64 ENMaster Page: LeftSelect Scenes6 Press PLAY (U) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.7 If

EN 65Master Page: RightPicture Wipe And Dissolve Menu (available only for Random Assemble Editing)You can use not only the wipe/fader effects on page

66 ENMaster Page: LeftFor More Accurate EditingSome VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin ed

EN 67Master Page: Right-Heading0SYSTEM CONNECTIONS[A] Using USB cableIt is possible to do the following things:● Transfer still images stored on a mem

68 ENMaster Page: LeftThis camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection.* When connecting the cable, open the cover.1 Make sure all necessary

Master Page: Left-startEN 69REFERENCESDETAILSITEMS NOTESV Power (墌 pg. 12) ● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and

EN 7Master Page: RightNOTES:● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter.

70 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0TROUBLESHOOTINGIf, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest

EN 71Master Page: RightVideo and D.S.C. Playback7. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.7. •Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Pr

72 ENMaster Page: LeftAdvanced featuresSYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION15. The focus does not adjust automatically.15. • Focus is set to the

EN 73Master Page: RightOther problemsSYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION26. The CHARGE indicator on the AC Power Adapter/Charger does not light.

74 ENMaster Page: Left35. Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.35. • The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made wit

EN 75Master Page: RightWarning IndicationsIndications MeaningDisplays the battery remaining power.Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: e

76 ENMaster Page: LeftWarning IndicationsIndications MeaningCAN NOT DISPLAY ON LCD MONITOR AND VIEWFINDER IN THIS MODEAppears when dubbing a scene rec

EN 77Master Page: RightWarning IndicationsIndications MeaningMEMORY IS FULL Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and shooting is not possible

78 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0CAUTIONSWhen using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas other than the USA䡲 The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger feat

EN 79Master Page: RightMemory CardsTo properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions:1. During use…... make sure the

8 ENMaster Page: LeftHow To Detach/Attach The Lens HoodThe provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight, the same way

80 ENMaster Page: LeftHow To Handle A CD-ROM•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anyth

EN 81Master Page: Right-Heading0USER MAINTENANCE1 Turn off the camcorder.2 Loosen the grip strap.3 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the a

82 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0SPECIFICATIONSCamcorderFor GeneralPower supply : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

EN 83Master Page: RightSpecifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change witho

Master Page: Left-start84 ENINDEXINDEX Controls, Connectors And IndicatorsGR-HD1US.book Page 84 Monday, April 14, 2003 5:21 PM

EN 85Master Page: RightControlsa Power Switch [A, M, P, OFF] (墌 pg. 16)b Recording Start/Stop Button (墌 pg. 20)c Lock Button (墌 pg. 16)d Snapshot Butt

86 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0INDEX IndicationsLCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsDuring Video Recording Onlya Recording Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 21)b N

EN 87Master Page: Rightj Self-Timer Recording Indicator (墌 pg. 43)k O: (Appears when taking Snapshot.)(墌 pg. 44)l BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator

88 ENMaster Page: Left-Heading0TERMSAAC Power Adapter/Charger ...12, 13Animation ...

EN 89Master Page: RightPPicture Quality (QUALITY) ...40Playback Mode Switch Position ...16Playb

EN 9Master Page: RightHow To Attach The Core FilterAttach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.Types of core filters*

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Master Page: Right—1—This document explains the basic information such as system requirements, installation and connections, etc. for the provided sof

Master Page: Right—2—Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.When contacting the nearest JVC office or agenc

Master Page: Right—3—䡲 For copying still image files to a PCThe following requirements must be satisfied to connect the camcorder to a PC using the US

Master Page: Right—4—䡲 For holding a video conference over the InternetThe following requirements must be satisfied to use a camcorder as a web camera

Master Page: Right—5—Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [Setup] dialog box in step 3, you can install the followin

Master Page: Right—6—Repeat the procedure to install other software.Note on installing MPEG Edit StudioTM Pro LEEnter the serial number which is print

Master Page: Right—7—Use the USB cable or i.LINK cable to connect the camcorder to a PC.● For the operation on the camcorder, refer to the camcorder’s