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JVC GRD271US - Compact Series Mini DV Camcorder Manual

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    STARTED 6 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 25 ADVANCED FEATURES 31 REFERENCES 47 INSTRUCTIONS TERMS Back cover For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this
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    2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects for vivid, stable slow-motion. (੬ pg. 42) Data Battery You can check the battery status by simply pressing the DATA button. (੬ pg. 14) BATTERY CONDITION 100% MAX TIME LCD 50% min FINDER 0% min
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    operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter
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    during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
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    16 Loading/Unloading A Cassette 16 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card 17 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 VIDEO RECORDING 18 Basic Recording 18 Tape Remaining Time 18 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 18 Zooming 19 Journalistic Shooting 19 Time Code 19 Quick Review 20 Recording From The Middle Of
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    6 EN GETTING STARTED Index 1 BCDE W UV F GX 8P R Q S 9J c d ef g Y KL MT Z N a b hi O j
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    products compliant with the i.Link standard. Indicators T POWER/CHARGE Lamp (੬ pg. 13, 18) GETTING STARTED EN 7 Other Parts U Monitor Latch (੬ pg. 18) V LCD Monitor (੬ pg. 18, 19) W Viewfinder (੬ pg. 16) X Card Cover [MEMORY CARD] (੬ pg. 17) Y Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 13) Z Shoulder Strap Eyelet
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    C Shooting Icon (੬ pg. 25) (Appears and blinks during shooting.) D Card Icon (੬ pg. 25) : Appears during shooting. : Blinks in white when a memory card is not loaded. : Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is reading the data in the memory card. E Picture Quality: (FINE) and (STANDARD) (in order of
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    Live Slow.) (੬ pg. 37) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (੬ pg. 16) L Battery Remaining Power Indicator (੬ pg. 49) M Date/Time (੬ pg. 15) N Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 38) During Video Playback 1 2 345 6 12B I T/MI X L MIC BLANK SEARCH PUSH "STOP" BUTTON TO
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    with the Mini DV mark . Make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked " " and memory cards marked " " or " " can be used with this unit. Remember
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    camcorder. GETTING STARTED a AC Adapter AP-V16U or AP-V14U b Battery Pack BN-VF707U c Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) d USB Cable e Core Filter (for USB eyelet. 2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and the buckle. ● To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and
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    filter until it clicks shut. NOTES: ● Take care not to damage the cable. ● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the core filter to the camcorder.
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    the optional AA-VF7 Battery Charger, you can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery pack without the camcorder. ● After 5 minutes has elapsed in Record-Standby mode with the cassette inserted, the camcorder will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, the
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    though you tried to press DATA several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in "Charging The Battery Pack". NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240
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    memory card. MEMORY: ● Allows you to record in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card. ● When the Power Switch is set to "A" or "M", the currently selected image size appears. Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to "A" or "M", you can also turn on/off the camcorder
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    Power Switch to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually camcorder needs to be powered "n", and press MENU. The CAMERA DISPLAY or VIDEO DISPLAY Menu appears. 5 Press
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    . Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing. Memory Card Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card (optional) Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge 1 Make sure the camcorder's power is off. 2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). 3 To load a memory card
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    cap. (੬ pg. 11) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 4 Set the Power Switch to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. ● The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. "PAUSE" is displayed. ● To record
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    Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY". ● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to "W". Also see "TELE MACRO" in MANUAL 00:00". This means the camcorder may record the same time
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    pg. 34) Quick Review Enables to check the supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to "OFF", then to "PLAY". ● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker. Still Playback Pauses during video
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    beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically. ● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 19) 1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 3 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
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    pg. 31, 36) NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder's Power Switch to "A" or "M", then set your TV to the appropriate
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    are available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is set to "PLAY". B PAUSE Button ● Pauses the tape (੬ pg. 24) Up Button (੬ pg. 24) C SLOW Rewind Button (੬ pg. 24) D REW Button ● Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on a tape (੬ pg. 21) ● Displays previous file in a memory card (੬ pg. 26) Left Button
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    and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (8) and then press PLAY (U) during video playback. NOTES: ● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback. ● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer. Playback Special Effects Allows you to
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    ) 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 (੬ pg. 13) ● Loading a Memory Card (੬ pg. 17) SNAPSHOT Power Switch VIDEO/ MEMORY Lock Button 1 Remove the
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    step 1. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 13, 14) ● To distinguish between still stop if the battery runs out of power or the Memory Card becomes full. ● The function "Animation" in the provided software "Digital Photo Navigator"
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    battery remaining power indicator disappear. ● To display the indicators again, select "ON". Operation mode indicator Folder/file number You can view several different files stored in the memory card ON RETURN Battery remaining power indicator DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK
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    Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 Load a cassette. (੬ pg. 16) 2 Load a memory card. (੬ pg. 17) 3 Set "SNAP/SLOW" to the desired mode. (except "SLOW", ੬ pg. 31, 32) 4 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 5 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock
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    camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it. (੬ pg. 30) Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) DIGITAL STILL CAMERA the Power Zoom
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    ". CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialization. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.
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    menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. (੬ pg. 32 - 36) - Lock Button + MA Power Switch VIDEO/MEMORY MENU 1 For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: ● Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO" or "MEMORY". ● Set the Power Switch to "M" while pressing down the Lock
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    maximum of 800X digital magnification. * Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO". [FULL] MANUAL" settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to "M". [ ] = Factory-preset DIS OFF: Disables the function. [ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera
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    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 in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. ● "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned
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    match your needs. (੬ pg. 25) NOTE: The setting can be changed only when the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY". DATE/TIME OFF: The date/time does not appear. [AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds when the Power Switch is set from "OFF" to "A" or "M". ON: The date/time is always
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    recording is performed with the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch set to "VIDEO", still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the memory card (640 x 480 pixels). In this mode, the "SNAP/SLOW" selection in CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card recording. INT.SHOT [OFF]: Disables
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    " in ON SCREEN settings) are the same as in the description (CAMERA DISPLAY) on page 34. [ ] = Factory-preset BRIGHT ੬ pg. 16, "Brightness Adjustment Of The Display" ON SCREEN OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV When set to "OFF", the camcorder's display disappears. DATE/TIME [OFF] / AUTO / ON When set to
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    in step 2, select the desired Snapshot mode in CAMERA Menu (੬ pg. 32), then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5second still. When "5S" is set slow speed. Sound is recorded and played back in real time. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 2 Set "SNAP/SLOW" to "SLOW". (੬ pg. 31, 32) The
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    be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. Snapshot (For Video Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 2 Set the Power Switch to "M". 3 Set "SNAP/SLOW
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    as at the beach or when skiing. ● When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright. 1 Set the Power Switch to "M". 2 Set "p" to "MANUAL". (੬ pg. 31) ● The exposure control indicator appears. 3 To brighten the image, press +. To darken the image, press -. (maximum ±6) ● +3 exposure has
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    of lighting. (੬ "Manual White Balance Adjustment") FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of lighting is used. [ ] = Factory-preset To return to automatic white balance Set "u" to "AUTO". (੬ pg. 31) Or, set the Power Switch to "A".
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    the Manual White battery removed. Wipe Or Fader Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 2 Set the Power
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    RECORDING Program AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to "M". 2 Set "r" to the desired mode is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. SEPIA: Recorded when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to
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    dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR's instruction manual.) 4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR, then stop playback on the camcorder. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● To choose whether or not the
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    video unit. (Refer to the video unit's instruction manual.) 5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video unit, then stop playback on this camcorder. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery playback mode. NOTE: Digital Dubbing is performed in the
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    : ● Refer to "SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND PC CONNECTION GUIDE" for the bundled software and drivers. ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14) ● Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the
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    recorded areas. ● If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move the camcorder's microphone away from the TV, or turn down the TV's volume. ● : ● Before performing the following steps, make sure that "TIME CODE" for "CAMERA DISPLAY" and "VIDEO DISPLAY" is set to "ON". (੬ pg. 31, 34, 36) ●
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    the problem still exists, 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
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    problems Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted. ● Files stored in the memory card are protected. HRemove protection from the files stored in the memory card service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer. The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder
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    blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. (੬ pg. 16) CHECK TAPE'S ERASE PROTECTION TAB Appears when the erase protection tab is set to "SAVE" while the Power Switch is set to "A" or "M" and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to
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    is a problem with a memory card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been initialized. Initialize the memory card. (੬ pg. 30) NO IMAGES STORED Appears if there are no image files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback. CARD ERROR! Appears when the camcorder does not
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    an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (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. UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT
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    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. Plug adapter Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion
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    After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. 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
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    video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GR-D271U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC
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    Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (3.5 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.2 W (4.5 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Approx. 6.5 W (Maximum; when charging the battery pack) * Using LED Light
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    A Memory Card 17 M Manual Focus 38 Memory Card 17, 53 Motor Drive Mode 38 N EN Night-Alive 38 P Picture Quality 34 Playback Sound 35 Playback Special Effects 24 Power-Linked Operation 15 Program AE With Special Effects 42 Q Quick Review 20 R Recording Capacity Memory Card 25
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ENGLISH
GR-D271
LYT1435-001C
EN
TERMS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 – 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of
this product.
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
For Accessories
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INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GETTING STARTED
6
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
18
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
25
ADVANCED FEATURES
31
REFERENCES
47
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. 31, 33)
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