Jvc GR-D91 User Manual

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EN10● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Donot apply force.● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holdercover until t

EN11ut%yLoading A Memory CardThe provided memory card is already inserted in thecamcorder when you receive the camcorder.1 Make sure the camcorder’s p

EN12OFF(CHARGE)PLAYe%y ut4180°90°i205mh1h30m1h29m0h03m1h30m0h02m (Blinking)0h01m (Blinking)0h00m (Blinking)( )Now calculatingDuring shooti

EN13TAPE RECORDINGPower Switch Position :Allows you to set various recording functions using theMenus. If you want more creative capabilities than Ful

EN14TAPE RECORDINGTime CodeDuring recording, a time code is recorded on the tape.This code is to confirm the location of the recordedscene on the tape

EN156578% &4uTAPE PLAYBACKBlank SearchHelps you find where you should start recording in themiddle of a tape to avoid time code interruption(墌 pg.

EN16ToS-VIDEO qTo AV (Audio/Videocable(provided)White toAUDIO L IN**Red toAUDIO R IN**To S-VIDEO INS-Video cable(optional)Connectorcover*Yellow toVIDE

EN17511024^uy4MEMORY CARD RECORDINGBasic Shooting (Snapshot)You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera fortaking snapshots.Perform the proce

EN18Normal Playback1 Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11).2 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “DSC”, then setthe Power Switch u to “PLAY” while pressing down the

EN191 2 34 5 67 8 9OFF(CHARGE)PLAY6578&%4!0uyMEMORY CARD PLAYBACKAuto PlaybackYou can run through all the images stored on memoryautomatically.1 P

EN2CONTENTSNoneADVANCED FEATURES ... 20 – 22Protecting Files ... 20Deleting

EN20MENUDISPLAY END BR I GHT PROTECT DELETE DPOF NO . RE SET FORMAT Protecting FilesThe Protect mode helps prevent the acciden

EN21Dubbing Still Images Recorded On ATape To A Memory CardStill images can be dubbed from a tape to a memorycard.1 Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11) and

EN22Initializing A Memory CardYou can initialize a memory card anytime.After initializing, all files and data stored on thememory card, including thos

EN23Night-AliveMakes dark subjects or areas even brighter than theywould be under good natural lighting. Although therecorded image is not grainy, it

EN24Fade/Wipe EffectsThese effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.Use them to spice up the transition from one scene tothe next.Fade or Wipe

EN25FOR RECORDINGSnapshot (For Tape Recording)This feature lets you record still images that look likephotographs onto a tape.SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION1

EN26FOR RECORDINGManual FocusTo obtain correct focus.1 If you are using the viewfinder, you should alreadyhave made the necessary viewfinder adjustmen

EN27Iris LockUse this function in the following situations:• When shooting a moving subject.• When the distance to the subject changes (so its sizein

EN28USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTFor Recording MenuThis camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,on-screen menu system that simplifies many of

EN29USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTONISD–RETURNOFFIND CUTW–OFFIDE MODEW–OFFELE MACROT–NAMUALSNAP MODERefer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” (墌

EN3NOTES:● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safetycaution are on the bottom and/or the back of the mainunit.● The rating information and saf

EN30USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTMELODYEEPB–RETURNAM RE S E TCLCDRIORITYP–ONEMO MODED–ONEMOTER–ONALLYT–SYSTEMRETURN–––AREMACDISPLAYRE NEON SCL

EN31USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTTIME CODE[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and onthe connected TV.

EN321212: 34 :24030’523:5bi t /SOUMPCEDND146LUSING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENTON SCREEN setting:For playback sound,tape speed and taperunning.DATE/T

EN3374DUBBINGDubbing To Or From A VCRTo Use This Camcorder As A Player1 Following the illustration, connect the camcorderand the VCR. Also refer to pg

EN34DUBBINGDubbing To Or From A Video UnitEquipped With A DV Connector(Digital Dubbing)It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from thiscamcorder

EN35USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNITSlow-Motion PlaybackTo allow slow-speed search in either direction duringtape playback.1 To change from normal to Slo

EN363409251876IUlUSING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNITVCR(Recording deck)IMPORTANTAlthough the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRsand those of many other makers,

EN37fgsUDJhUSING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNITTo Remote PAUSEor R.A.EDITTVRed toAUDIO R INToS-VIDEO INTo PAUSE IN jEditing cable(provided)S-Video cable(opti

EN38USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNITDIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING1 Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point theremote control at the camcorder’s

EN39Audio DubbingThe audio track can be customized only when recordedin the 12-bit mode (墌 pg. 28).NOTES:● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape rec

EN4(10) Use only with the cart, stand,tripod, bracket, or tablespecified by the manufacturer,or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, usecautio

EN40SYSTEM CONNECTIONS“ACCESSING FILES” appears on the LCD monitorwhile the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or thecamcorder is transferring a fi

EN41TROUBLESHOOTINGThe focus does not adjust automatically.• Focus is set to the Manual mode.¥ Set Focus to the Auto mode (墌 pg. 26).• The recording w

EN42TROUBLESHOOTINGThe Black & White Fader does not work.• The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.¥ Turn off Sepia and Monotone (墌 pg. 23).Even w

EN43The charger indicator on the camcorder doesnot light.• The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low.• Charging is difficult in places subj

EN44CAUTIONSGeneral Battery PrecautionsIf the remote control is not functioning even if it is beingoperated correctly, the batteries are exhausted.Rep

EN45CAUTIONS3. DO NOT leave the unit . . ... in places of over 50°C (122°F)... in places where humidity is extremely low (below35%) or extremely hig

EN46Declaration of ConformityModel Number : GR-D91USTrade Name : JVCResponsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne,N. J. 07470

EN47SPECIFICATIONSCamcorderGeneralPower supply :DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)Power consumptionLCD monitor off,viewfinder

EN48INDEXControls, Connectors And IndicatorsOFF(CHARGE)PLAY%^(q)&*231495678ertyQo$uiW#@!0wEpRjIsgfUPaOdkl;ASDFGHhKJYTViewfinderSpeakerLCD monitorR

EN49INDEX1 • Remote SensorThe transmitted beam’s approximate effectivedistance for indoor use is 5m (16ft).The transmitted beam may not be effective o

EN5NOTE:In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more corefilter. If a cable has only on

EN50INDEXLCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsCERSOUND b i t2115:556w12 345609871h50m!511024@#$%^4330’000:0110xW TJANMAPHOTOBR I GHTre t yo i u&*()qw

EN51INDEX1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect ... 墌 pg. 242 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode...

EN52INDEXWARNING INDICATIONS (high) (exhausted)Displays the battery remaining power level. As thebattery power comes close to nil, the battery indic

EN53CARD ERROR!Appears when the camcorder does not recognize theloaded memory card. Remove the memory card onceand insert it again. Repeat these proce

EN54FFade-In/Out ... 墌 pg. 24Fast-Forward The Tape ... 墌 pg. 14Frame-B

EN55PPicture Quality/Image Size ... 墌 pg. 11Playback Special Effects ... 墌 pg. 35Playback Zoom

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EN6Automatic Demonstration takes place when“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for

EN7ut#WBattery packBN-V408UBN-V416U (optional)BN-V428U (optional)Charging timeapprox. 1 hr. 30 min.approx. 3 hrs.approx. 5 hrs.PowerCHARGING THE BATTE

EN8Grip Adjustment1 Separate the Velcro strip.2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp thegrip.3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the gr

EN9EShoulder Strap Attachment1 Thread the strap through the eyelet r, then fold itback and thread it through the buckle. Repeat theprocedure to attach