Jvc GR-D390EK User Manual

ENGLISHGR-D390EKLYT1546-001AENTERMSDear Customer,Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information an

GETTING STARTED10 ENLCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsDuring Video Recordinga Tape Running Indicator (墌 pg. 20)(Rotates while tape is running.)B Live

EN 11GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDDuring 16:9 RecordingThe lower side of the screen blackens when “16:9” is selected in Wide Mode (墌 pg. 36). Some o

GETTING STARTED12 ENBefore Using This CamcorderMake sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .Make sure you only use memory cards with the m

EN 13GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDNOTES:● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more

GETTING STARTED14 ENThis camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply

EN 15GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDUsing The Battery PackPerform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery Pack”.Maximum continuous recording time* Provide

GETTING STARTED16 ENAuto/Manual ModePress AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator

EN 17GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED1 Adjust the velcro strip.2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip.3 Adjust your thumb and finger

GETTING STARTED18 ENThe camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then

EN 19GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDThe provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase.1 Make sure the camcorder’s p

2 EN● Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording.Play back your trial recording to make sure thevideo and audio have been rec

20 ENVIDEO RECORDINGNOTE:Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:● Power (墌 pg. 14)● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 18)1 Remove the lens cap

EN 21VIDEO RECORDINGVIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKZoomingProduces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.Zoom InSli

VIDEO RECORDING22 ENTime CodeDuring recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the

EN 23VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKVIDEO PLAYBACK1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 18)2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY

VIDEO PLAYBACK24 EN A Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors). B Red to AUDIO R IN*C White to AUDIO L IN*D Black t

EN 25VIDEO PLAYBACKVIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKThe Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic

VIDEO PLAYBACK26 EN.Slow-Motion PlaybackDuring normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds.● After approx. 10 minutes, no

EN 27DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACKD.S.C. RECORDINGYou can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots.

28 END.S.C. PLAYBACKImages shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the sto

EN 29DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACKADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The ne

EN 3Wipe/Fader EffectsYou can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. (墌 pg. 40) Program AE, Effects and Shutter EffectsFor ex

ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.30 ENTo Remove ProtectionBefore doing the following, perform steps 1 – 3 in “Protecting Files”.To remove protection from

EN 31ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK3 Press , , or to select “DPOF”, and press SET. The DPOF Me

32 ENMENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTThis camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camc

EN 33MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTADVANCED FEATURESFUNCTIONThe menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”.[ ] = Factory-

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT34 EN*Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture b

EN 35MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTADVANCED FEATURES● When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO MODE” is turned “ON”.● With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON”, i

36 ENFEATURES FOR RECORDINGLED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting.1 Press LIGHT rep

EN 37FEATURES FOR RECORDINGADVANCED FEATURESMakes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the re

FEATURES FOR RECORDING38 ENManual exposure control is recommended in the following situations:● When shooting using reverse lighting or when the backg

EN 39FEATURES FOR RECORDINGADVANCED FEATURESBacklight compensation brightens the subject quickly.With simple operation, backlight compensation feature

4 ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONSIMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this e

FEATURES FOR RECORDING40 ENAdjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting.1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.2 Set the r

EN 41FEATURES FOR RECORDINGADVANCED FEATURESEFFECTOFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset)SEPIA : Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old p

42 ENEDITING A Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors). B Red to AUDIO R IN*C White to AUDIO L IN*D Black to S-VID

EN 43EDITINGADVANCED FEATURESIt is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Sinc

EDITING44 EN[A] Using USB cableIt is possible to transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC.[B] Using DV cableIt is also possible to transf

EN 45EDITINGADVANCED FEATURESThe audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes. (墌 pg. 33)● Use the provided remote cont

46 ENTROUBLESHOOTINGIf, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Power ● The po

EN 47TROUBLESHOOTINGREFERENCES● The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subjec

TROUBLESHOOTING48 ENHPush in the memory card a few more times. (墌 pg. 19)● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is set to “FINDER”.HPush the vi

EN 49TROUBLESHOOTINGREFERENCESAppears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. Appears if Audio Dubbing

EN 5When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or

TROUBLESHOOTING50 ENThe error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what type of malfunction has occurred. When an error indication appears, the camcorder t

EN 51REFERENCESUSER MAINTENANCEBefore cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC Adapter.To clean the exteriorWipe gently wit

52 ENCAUTIONSBattery PacksThe supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be s

EN 53CAUTIONSREFERENCESLCD Monitor● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT ...push it strongly or apply any shocks. ...place the camcorder with

CAUTIONS54 ENHow 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 p

EN 55REFERENCESSPECIFICATIONSCamcorderPower supplyDC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)Power consumptionApprox. 2.4 W (2.6 W*) (LCD

ENEKPrinted in Malaysia0306ASR-PR-VM© 2006 Victor Company of Japan, LimitedAAC Adapter ...15Audio Du

6 ENSOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENTThis equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, lik

EN 7CONTENTSGETTING STARTED 8Index... 8Provided Accessories ...

8 ENGETTING STARTED Index16:9

EN 9GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDControlsA Rewind Button [3] (墌 pg. 23)Left Button [ ] Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] (墌 pg. 22)B Set Button [SET