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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-D225
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Digital Video Camera:
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For Accessories:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained in the pages 2 – 3 to ensure
safe use of this product.
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
To deactivate the demonstration, set
"DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
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pg. 14, 16)
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ENGLISH
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Page 1: Digital Video Camera
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D225 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2 –... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
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. - Page 3 SOME DO’S AND DON’TS 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories ...5 Power ...6 Grip Adjustment ...7 Operation Mode ...8 Date/Time Settings ...8 Viewfinder Adjustment ...8 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...9 Tripod Mounting ...9 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...9 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ...10 Basic Recording ...10 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...10 Tape Remaining Time ...10... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Provided Accessories AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V15E Power Cord Battery Pack BN-V408U-B Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) Core Filter (for optional S-Video Cable. attachment) Shoulder Strap (See the right column for attachment) Lens Cap (See the right column for attachment) Cable Adapter NOTES: In order to maintain optimum performance of the... -
Page 6: Power
GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter (for optional S-Video Cable) Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Stopper Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. -
Page 7: Grip Adjustment
When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the POWER/CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again. If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. -
Page 8: Operation Mode
GETTING STARTED 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 Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch. -
Page 9: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display Set the Power Switch to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully. pg. 10) Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “n”, and press it. -
Page 10: Video Recording & Playback
VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 6) Loading a Cassette ( pg. 9) POWER/CHARGE lamp Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Remove the lens cap. Open the LCD monitor fully. (See the right column) Set the Power Switch to “A”... -
Page 11: Journalistic Shooting
Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW 1 0 xW 20xW Zoom out (W: Wide angle) 1 0 x W Digital zoom zone 16X zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio NOTES: Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. -
Page 12: Video Playback
VIDEO PLAYBACK MMENU/VOL. BLANK SEARCH Power Switch Lock Button Speaker Normal Playback Load a cassette. ( pg. 9) Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/9. To stop playback, press 8. During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5 to fast- forward the tape. -
Page 13: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr
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. To AV Audio/Video cable (provided) Cable Adapter* “Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out Select Switch To TV or VCR White to AUDIO L IN** Red to AUDIO R IN** Yellow to VIDEO IN... -
Page 14: Advanced Features
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on- screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button For Video Recording Menus: Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. -
Page 15: Recording Menus
Recording Menus 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 Play—more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time. -
Page 16: Camera Display
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 (... -
Page 17: Playback Menus
Playback Menus VIDEO [ ] = 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”... -
Page 18: Features For Recording
FEATURES FOR RECORDING SNAPSHOT Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button NIGHT White LED Light White LED Light White LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording. Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF: Turns off the light. -
Page 19: Wipe Or Fader Effects
SNAPSHOT MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button 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. -
Page 20: Snapshot (For Video Recording)
FEATURES FOR RECORDING SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow. SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights. NOTE: “SPOTLIGHT”... -
Page 21: Auto Focus
FOCUS SNAPSHOT MMENU/VOL. Lock Button Power Switch Auto Focus The camcorder’s 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 below (in these cases perform “Manual Focus”): When two subjects overlap in the... -
Page 22: Exposure Control
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. -
Page 23: Backlight Compensation
Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Press BACKLIGHT. The indicator is displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. Using the BACKLIGHT Button may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white. -
Page 24: Editing
EDITING Dubbing To A VCR To AV Audio/Video cable (provided) Cable Adapter* To TV or VCR White to AUDIO L IN Red to AUDIO R IN Yellow to VIDEO IN To S-VIDEO IN** If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. -
Page 25: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With Adv Connector (Digital Dubbing)
If SNAPSHOT is pressed during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional Video unit equipped JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. with DV connector EDITING pg. 7) -
Page 26: Connection To A Personal Computer
( 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. The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. -
Page 27: References
Power (pg. 6) Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging time is based on room temperature of 20°C. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
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;... - Page 29 HSet the date/time. ( The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. There is no picture. The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists.
- Page 30 9, 10) When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
- Page 31 (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for Exhausted the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE pg.
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Page 32: Cautions
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… ... do not burn..do not short-circuit the terminals. - Page 33 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...
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Page 34: User Maintenance
Cassette holder cover Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC PUSH HERE dealer. Remove. -
Page 35: Specifications
Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.3 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.6 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Approx. 8.6 W (Maximum) Dimensions (W x H x D) 71 mm x 91 mm x 118 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) -
Page 36: Index
INDEX... - Page 37 Controls Menu Wheel [MMENU/VOL.] ( Speaker Volume Control [MMENU/VOL.] ( Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ( Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pg. 10) Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( Blank Search Button [BLANK SRCH] ( Dioptre Adjustment Control ( Recording Start/Stop Button ( Power Switch [A, M, PLAY, OFF] ( Lock Button ( pg.
- Page 38 INDEX LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording K LM N O 40 x W BRIGHT SOUND 12 b i t 1 0 1 15:55 Operation Mode ( pg. 8) : Night-Scope Indicator ( (Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.) : Gain Up Mode ( pg.
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Page 39: Terms
AC Adapter ...6, 7 Auto Focus ...21 Auto Shut Off ...10, 27 Backlight Compensation ...23 Battery Pack ...6, 7, 32 Beep (BEEP) ...16 Blank search ...12 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display (BRIGHT) ...9 Changing The Menu Settings ...14 Charging The Battery Pack ...6 Cleaning The Camcorder ...34 Clock adjustment (CLOCK ADJ.) ...8 Connections... - Page 40 Printed in Malaysia © 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 1204HOH-ID-VM...
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