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JVC GR-D94 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-D94
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 – 3 to ensure
safe use of this product.
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which is located on the bottom of
the camcorder. Retain this information
for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
To deactivate the demonstration, set
"DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 25, 27)
LYT1265-001B
ENGLISH
5
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D94 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 IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • 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 ...9 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...9 Tripod Mounting ...9 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...10 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card ... 10 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ...11 Basic Recording ...11 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...12...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Provided Accessories AC Adapter AP-V14U or AP-V15U Battery Pack BN-V408U-B Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) Core Filter (for USB Cable and optional S-Video Cable. pg. 6 for attachment) Shoulder Strap (See the right column for attachment) CD-ROM Memory Card 16 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) Remote Control Unit RM-V718U Lithium Battery CR2025* (for remote control unit)

  • Page 6: Power

    GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter (for USB Cable and 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 MMENU/VOL. VIDEO/MEMORY Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch.

  • Page 9: Viewfinder Adjustment

    Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.

  • Page 10: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. OPEN/EJECT Make sure the window side is Cassette holder facing out. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks.

  • Page 11: Video Recording & Playback

    Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 6) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 10) Power Zoom Lever POWER/CHARGE lamp Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Remove the lens cap. Open the LCD monitor fully. ( Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

  • Page 12: Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder

    VIDEO RECORDING LCD Monitor And Viewfinder While using the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press the Monitor Opening Button and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). While using the viewfinder: Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

  • Page 13: Journalistic Shooting

    Journalistic Shooting In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). Self Recording Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180°...

  • Page 14: Video Playback

    VIDEO PLAYBACK MMENU/VOL. BLANK SEARCH Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Speaker Normal Playback Load a cassette. ( pg. 10) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/9.

  • Page 15: Playback Using The Remote Control

    Playback Using The Remote Control The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. ( pg.
  • Page 16 VIDEO PLAYBACK SLOW Rewind Button Left Button Down Button or STOP SHIFT Slow-Motion Playback Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 1 minute (approx. 20 seconds with an 80- minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or approx.

  • Page 17: 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) White to AUDIO L IN* Red to AUDIO R IN* Yellow to VIDEO IN** To S-VIDEO IN*** Not required for watching still images only.

  • Page 18: D.s.c. Recording

    D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 6) Loading A Memory Card ( pg.

  • Page 19: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. Load a cassette. ( pg. 10) Load a memory card. ( pg. 10) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”...

  • Page 20: D.s.c. Playback

    These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVM70) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.

  • Page 21: Viewing File Information

    Viewing File Information You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO Button during normal playback or Index Playback. FOLDER: Folder name ( pg. 24) FILE: File name ( pg. 24) DATE: Date the file was made SIZE: Image size QUALITY: Picture quality PROTECT: When set to “ON”, the file is protected from accidental...

  • Page 22: Additional Features For D.s.c

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. Load a memory card. ( pg. 10) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. A stored file is displayed.

  • Page 23: Setting Print Information (Dpof Setting)

    To delete all files stored in the memory card Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “ALL”, and press it. The DELETE screen appears. Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”. NOTES: Protected files ( pg.

  • Page 24: Resetting The File Name

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. Resetting The File Name By 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 is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files.

  • Page 25: Advanced Features

    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. ( pg. 26 – 28) MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch and the Power Switch as follows.

  • Page 26: Recording Menus

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 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...

  • Page 27: Camera Display

    this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically. * Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”. WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function. : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “...

  • Page 28: Playback Menus

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT IMAGE SIZE 640 x 480 / 1024 x 768 / [1280 x 960] / 1600 x 1200 The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs. ( pg. 18) NOTE: The settings can be changed only when the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.

  • Page 29: 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 or D.S.C. shooting. Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF: Turns off the light.

  • Page 30: Wipe Or Fader Effects

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING SNAPSHOT Button MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY 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 31: Snapshot (For Video Recording)

    SPORTS (Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000) This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions.

  • Page 32: Manual Focus

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING MMENU/VOL. SNAPSHOT FOCUS Lock Button Power Switch Manual Focus NOTE: If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed “Viewfinder Adjustment” ( Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Press FOCUS.

  • Page 33: Backlight Compensation

    To lock the exposure control and the iris After step 5 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the exposure by rotating the MMENU/VOL. Wheel. Then lock the iris in steps 6 and 7 of “Iris Lock”. For automatic locking, rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “AUTO”, then press it in step 5.

  • Page 34: Editing

    EDITING Dubbing To Or From A VCR To AV Audio/Video cable (provided) White to AUDIO L IN or OUT Red to AUDIO R IN or OUT Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUT To S-VIDEO IN or OUT* Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN/OUT connector.

  • Page 35: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    ( If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.

  • Page 36: Connection To A Personal Computer

    When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional Core filter JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC. To DV...

  • Page 37: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. ( pg. 26) Use the provided remote control. Stereo Microphone PAUSE START/ STOP PLAY A.DUB INSERT STOP Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (9).

  • Page 38: References

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Power (pg. 6) Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) 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 (68°F).
  • Page 39 VIDEO PLAYBACK (pg. 14) Clean the video heads using an optional dry cleaning cassette when: • No picture during playback. • Blocks of noise appear during playback. For details, pg. 46. If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically.

  • Page 40: 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 41 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 42 9, 12) 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. Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
  • Page 43 Warning Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level High As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. ( CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”...
  • Page 44 (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for 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...

  • Page 45: Cautions

    In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery.
  • Page 46 Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. In...
  • Page 47 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...

  • Page 48: 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 49: Specifications

    Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.5 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 (2-13/16"...

  • Page 50: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 51 Controls Menu Wheel [MMENU/VOL.] ( Speaker Volume Control [MMENU/VOL.] ( Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ( Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ( pg. 12) Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( Blank Search Button [BLANK SRCH] ( Diopter Adjustment Control ( Recording Start/Stop Button ( Power Switch [A, M, PLAY, OFF] ( Lock Button ( pg.
  • Page 52 INDEX LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only SOUND 12 b i t 15:55 Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( Tape Running Indicator ( pg. 11) (Rotates while tape is running.) Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) ( Tape Remaining Time ( pg.
  • Page 53 During Video Playback b i t BLANK SEARCH PUSH "STOP" BUTTON TO CANCEL 2 0 : Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 28) Blank Search Indicator ( pg. 14) Tape Speed ( pg. 26) U : Playback : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search : Rewind/Shuttle Search 9 : Pause 9 U : Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow- Motion...

  • Page 54: Terms

    TERMS AC Adapter ...6, 7 Audio Dubbing ...37 Auto Focus ...31 Auto Playback Of Images ...20 Auto Shut Off ...11, 39 Backlight Compensation ...33 Battery Pack ...6, 7, 45 Beep (BEEP) ...27 Blank search ...14 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display (BRIGHT) ...9 Changing The Menu Settings ...25 Charging The Battery Pack ...6 Cleaning The Camcorder ...48...
  • Page 55 SD Memory Card ...10, 45 Self Recording ...13 Shuttle Search ...14 Slow-Motion Playback ...16 Snapshot ...18, 31 Snapshot Mode (SNAP MODE) ...26 Sound Mode (SOUND MODE) ...26, 28 Speaker Volume ...14 Specifications ...49 Still Playback ...14 S-Video/AV input (S/AV INPUT) ...28, 34, 35 Telephoto setting (TELE MACRO) ...26 Time Code (TIME CODE) ...13, 27 Tripod Mounting ...9...
  • Page 56 Printed in Malaysia COPYRIGHT© 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0104-FO-ID-PJ...

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