Jvc GR-D74U User Manual Page 1

LYT1227-001AMasterPage: FrontCoverENENGLISHGR-D74Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera:For Accessories:http://www.j

GETTING STARTED10 ENMasterPage: LeftThe camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 11MasterPage: Video_Heading0_RightVIDEO RECORDINGNOTE:Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below:● Power

VIDEO RECORDING12 ENMasterPage: LeftLCD Monitor And ViewfinderWhile using the LCD monitor:Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press the Monito

VIDEO RECORDINGVIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 13MasterPage: Video_RightJournalistic ShootingIn some situations, different shooting angles may provid

14 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftVIDEO PLAYBACK 1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 10)2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” w

VIDEO PLAYBACKVIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 15MasterPage: Video_RightThe Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distan

VIDEO PLAYBACK16 ENMasterPage: LeftSlow-Motion PlaybackAllows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback.During normal video playback

VIDEO PLAYBACKVIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 17MasterPage: Video_RightThese are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer

18 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftD.S.C. RECORDINGYou can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in th

D.S.C. RECORDINGDIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 19MasterPage: DSC_RightStill images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory car

2 ENMasterPage: Safety_LeftSAFETY PRECAUTIONSWARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.NOTES:● The rating

20 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftD.S.C. PLAYBACKImages shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory c

D.S.C. PLAYBACKDIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 21MasterPage: DSC_RightYou can get the relevant file information by pressing t

22 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.1 Load a memory card. (墌 pg

ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACKEN 23MasterPage: DSC_RightTo delete all files stored in the memory

ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C.24 ENMasterPage: LeftBy resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be

ADVANCED FEATURESEN 25MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_RightMENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTThis camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu syst

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT26 ENMasterPage: LeftCAMERAThe “m” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “A” and “M”. However, the

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTADVANCED FEATURESEN 27MasterPage: Advan_Rightthis mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playbac

MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT28 ENMasterPage: Left640 x 480 / [1024 x 768]The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs. (墌 pg. 18)NOTE

ADVANCED FEATURESEN 29MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_RightFEATURES FOR RECORDINGWhite LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place duri

EN 3MasterPage: Safety_RightIMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instr

FEATURES FOR RECORDING30 ENMasterPage: Left IMPORTANT:Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. (

FEATURES FOR RECORDINGADVANCED FEATURESEN 31MasterPage: Advan_Right SPORTS(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000)This setting allows fast-moving imag

FEATURES FOR RECORDING32 ENMasterPage: LeftNOTE:If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed “Viewfinder Adjustment” (墌 pg. 9).1

FEATURES FOR RECORDINGADVANCED FEATURESEN 33MasterPage: Advan_RightTo lock the exposure control and the irisAfter step 5 of “Exposure Control”, adjust

34 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftEDITING A White to AUDIO L IN or OUTB Red to AUDIO R IN or OUTC Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUTD To S-VIDEO IN or OUT** Connec

EDITINGADVANCED FEATURESEN 35MasterPage: Advan_RightIt is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped wi

EDITING36 ENMasterPage: Left[A] Using USB cableIt is possible to do the following things:● Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC.● Tra

EDITINGADVANCED FEATURESEN 37MasterPage: Advan_RightThe audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. (墌 pg. 26)● Use t

38 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftADDITIONAL INFORMATIONPower (pg. 6)● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONREFERENCESEN 39MasterPage: Ref_RightVIDEO PLAYBACK (pg. 14)● Clean the video heads using an optional dry cleaning cassette when:

4 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftCONTENTSGETTING STARTED 5Provided Accessories ...5Power ...

40 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftTROUBLESHOOTINGIf the problem still exists after following the steps below, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Powe

TROUBLESHOOTINGREFERENCESEN 41MasterPage: Ref_RightAdvanced features● Focus is set to the Manual mode.HSet Focus to the Auto mode. (墌 pg. 31)● The len

TROUBLESHOOTING42 ENMasterPage: Left● In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. When thi

TROUBLESHOOTINGREFERENCESEN 43MasterPage: Ref_RightWarning IndicationsDisplays the battery remaining power.Remaining power levelAs the battery power c

TROUBLESHOOTING44 ENMasterPage: LeftAppears when the camcorder does not recognize the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it ag

REFERENCESEN 45MasterPage: Ref_Heading0_RightCAUTIONSWhen using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USAThe provided AC Adapter features automatic v

CAUTIONS46 ENMasterPage: LeftLCD Monitor● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT… ...push it strongly or apply any shocks. ...place the camcorde

CAUTIONSREFERENCESEN 47MasterPage: Ref_RightSerious malfunctioningAbout moisture condensation● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a gla

48 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftUSER MAINTENANCE1 Turn off the camcorder.2 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the casset

REFERENCESEN 49MasterPage: Ref_Heading0_RightSPECIFICATIONSCamcorderPower supplyDC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)Power consump

GETTING STARTEDEN 5MasterPage: Start_RightGETTING STARTEDa AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V15Ub Battery Pack BN-V408U-Bc Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug t

50 ENMasterPage: Heading0_LeftINDEXGR-D94US.book Page 50 Monday, November 17, 2003 2:12 PM

INDEXREFERENCESEN 51MasterPage: Ref_RightControlsa Menu Wheel [MMENU/VOL.] (墌 pg. 25)Speaker Volume Control [MMENU/VOL.] (墌 pg. 14)b Snapshot Button [

INDEX52 ENMasterPage: LeftLCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsDuring Video Recording Onlya Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 30)b Tape Running

INDEXREFERENCESEN 53MasterPage: Ref_RightDuring Video Playbacka Sound Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 28)b Blank Search Indicator (墌 pg. 14)c Tape Speed (墌 pg.

TERMS54 ENMasterPage: Terms_LeftAAC Adapter ...6, 7Audio Dubbing ...

TERMSTERMSEN 55MasterPage: Ref_RightSSD Memory Card ...10, 45Self Recording ...

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GETTING STARTED6 ENMasterPage: LeftHow To Attach The Core Filter (for USB Cable and optional S-Video Cable)Attach the core filters to the cables. The

GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDEN 7MasterPage: Start_Right● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the POWER

GETTING STARTED8 ENMasterPage: LeftTo turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF (CHARGE)” while pressing down the

GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTEDEN 9MasterPage: Start_Right1 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switc