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VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & 26 PLAYBACK The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 2
digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 3
batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near time. 12)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 4
scene... ... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . ... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . ... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. ... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 5
CD-ROM ● AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) ● USB Cable ● Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) ● Lens Cap (੬ pg. 7 for attachment) ● Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) ● Editing Cable ● Grip Belt (੬ pg. 6 for attachment) ● Finger Support (੬ pg. 6 for - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 6
with your fingers. ● The grip belt can be attached to the camcorder even if the finger support is not used. Be careful not to cover the tally lamp or the flash when holding camcorder without finger support. 1) Thread the finger support with the end of the strap g. 4) Thread the end of the - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 7
How To Attach The Lens Cap 2) To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder. 1) EN 7 3) Attach the lens cap with the cut downward. ● During shooting - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 8
the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minute after that, the demonstration will resume. Ⅲ "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration: 1) Set the Power Switch to "M" while pressing down the Lock Button - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 9
STARTED CONTENTS Power 10 Grip Adjustment 12 Viewfinder Adjustment 12 Tripod Mounting 13 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder 13 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display 13 Operation Mode 14 Date/Time Settings 15 Loading A Cassette/Unloading A Cassette 16 Loading A Memory Card/Unloading A Memory Card 17 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 10
, the camcorder cannot be operated. ● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first. ● When charging the battery pack for 5 hr. 40 min. BN-V856U 7 hr. 20 min. 8 hr. 35 min. For GR-DVM76: Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-V306U* 50 min. 1 hr. 05 min. BN-V312U - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 11
-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 12
Adjustment 1 Loosen the belt. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Hung your third and little fingers on the finger support so that the tally lamp or the flash is unobstructed with your fingers. GETTING STARTED (cont.) Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power Switch to "A" or - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 13
viewfinder until you hear a click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during use. 180˚ 90˚ CAUTION: When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over. Brightness - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 14
14 EN Operation Mode To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except "OFF" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. POWER Lamp VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch PLAY OFF A M GETTING STARTED (cont.) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position VIDEO: Allows you to - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 15
in. The Menu Screen appears. WIPE / FADER OF F PROGRAM AE EXPOSURE W. BALANCE CAMERA MANUAL S Y S T EM D I SPLAY DSC END 4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to the clock's rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/ time setting before using the camcorder. Note that the camcorder can be used without - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 16
cassette holder cover. ● When the battery pack's charge is low, you may not be " before loading it. Approximate recording time Tape Recording mode SP LP 30 min. 30 min. 45 min. fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 17
, it is necessary to FORMAT the card. (੬ pg. 36) ATTENTION: Do not insert or remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or not the card is installed. Clipped edge Memory - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 18
Recording 19 Tape Remaining Time 19 Zooming 20 Journalistic Shooting 20 Self-Recording 20 Time Code 21 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 21 VIDEO PLAYBACK 22 Normal Playback 22 Still Playback 22 Shuttle Search 22 Frame-By-Frame Playback 22 Blank Search 23 Connections To A TV Or VCR - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 19
Tally Lamp 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 2 Set the Power Switch to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. ● The POWER Lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. "PAUSE" is - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 20
quality of image may suffer. ● 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 Ring is set all the way to "W". Also see "TELE MACRO" in MANUAL Menu on page 46. ● For - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 21
again from "00:00:00". This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing shooting. ● When a tape is removed and re-inserted during Display Frames are at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. (੬ pg. 22) 2) Set the Power Switch to "A" or - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 22
camcorder body. ● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications: • When power is supplied from a battery: the " " battery battery indicator does not appear. • During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed. ● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker. VIDEO - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 23
12B I T MODE SYNCHRO REC MODE BLANK SRCH COPY Wheel to select "t VIDEO", and END press it. The VIDEO Menu appears. 7 Rotate the MENU 5 Wheel to select "EXECUTE", and press it. ● The "BLANK BLANK SEARCH SEARCH" indication appears blinking and the camcorder automatically starts reverse - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 24
also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors To TV or VCR TV White to AUDIO L IN* Connector Cover** VCR Red to AUDIO R IN* Audio/Video cable (provided) Yellow to VIDEO IN * The Audio cable is not required for watching - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 25
VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode. To choose the battery pack. (੬ pg. 11) ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 26
28 Normal Playback Of Images 28 Auto Playback Of Images 28 Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVM96 only 29 Playback Of Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVM96 only 29 Index Playback Of Files 30 Viewing File Information 30 Removing On-Screen Display 31 Protecting Files 31 Deleting Files 33 Making A New - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 27
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. 10) ● Loading A Memory Card (੬ pg. 17) ● Remove the lens cap (੬ pg. 7) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 28
JVC GR-DVM70) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; "UNSUPPORTED FILES" will be displayed. Auto Playback Of Images VIDEO at the last time is displayed. 5 If the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP, (੬ pg. 29)) or the digital sound playback (SOUND, (੬ pg. 29)) screen - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 29
playback, press 4/9. 9 To stop playback, press 8. Playback Of Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVM96 only) 12 sound effects are pre-stored in the provided memory time is displayed. 5 If the image playback (IMAGE) or the video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 30
Normal Playback Of Images" (੬ pg. 28). For Index Playback of video clip files, perform 1 - 6 in "Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVM96 only)" (੬ pg. 29). For Index Playback of sound files, perform 1 - 6 in "Playback Of Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVM96 only)" (੬ pg. 29). 2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen of - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 31
To display the indicators again, select "ON". Operation mode indicator Battery indicator EN 31 Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. SELECT Button (GR-DVM96 only) Rewind Button (3) Fast-Forward Button (5) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch PLAY OFF A M MENU - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 32
Wheel to select "EXECUTE", and press it. ● To cancel selection, select "RETURN". ● Repeat steps 10 and 11 for all files you want to remove protection. To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card 9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CANC.ALL", and press it. The PROTECT screen appears - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 33
GR-DVM96 only) Rewind Button (3) Fast-Forward Button (5) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch PLAY OFF A M MENU Wheel Lock Button 1 Load a memory card. (੬ pg. 17) 2 Set the VIDEO CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 34
Setting) This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such (One Print For Each) 1 Load a memory card. (੬ pg. 17) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "MEMORY". 3 Set the Power Switch to "P" while pressing down the Lock Button - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 35
10 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select DPOF "EXECUTE", and press it. The normal playback screen ALL1? appears. ● To cancel selection, EXECUTE RETURN rotate the MENU Wheel to select "RETURN", and press it. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps 1 - 8 in "To - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 36
in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch PLAY OFF A M D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) 6 Rotate the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 37
58 Manual White Balance Adjustment 58 Recording Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVM96 only 59 E-Mail Clip Recording (GR-DVM96 only 60 DUBBING 62 Dubbing To A VCR 62 Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV IN Connector (Digital Dubbing 63 Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV OUT - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 38
function menus. WIPE / FADER OF F PROGRAM AE EXPOSURE W. BALANCE CAMERA MANUAL S Y S T EM D I SPLAY DSC END 3) Press the MENU Wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes. V I DEO S Y S T EM D I SPLAY SOUND MODE 12B I T MODE SYNCHRO REC MODE BLANK SRCH COPY Menu Screen for Video Playback Menu END - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 39
with Sub Menus - m CAMERA, q MANUAL, s SYSTEM, n DISPLAY, o DSC, t VIDEO 1) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Example: m CAMERA Menu Selected function icon is displayed in reverse. Selected function REC MODE - SP SOUND MODE - 12B I T ZOOM - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 40
is started or stopped. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO". 2 Set the Power Switch to "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. 4 Set "v WIPE/FADER" to the desired mode. (੬ pg. 38) ● The selected effect - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 41
EN 41 WIPE/FADER ( : Factory-preset) Indicator - Parameter OFF FADER-WHITE FADER-BLACK FADER-B.W WIPE-CORNER WIPE-WINDOW WIPE-SLIDE WIPE-DOOR WIPE-SCROLL WIPE-SHUTTER Description Disables effects. Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen. Fade in to a colour - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 42
changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m (32 ft), adjust the focus manually. The flash does not fire in this mode. Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 43
, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended. SLOW 4X Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow shooting in dark environments. SLOW 10X Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow shooting in even darker environments. * For GR-DVM96: Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 44
of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound. REC MODE SP Standard Play LP Long Play-more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time. Sound mode SOUND MODE 12 BIT 16 BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 45
recording For details on the procedure, refer to "Snapshot (For Video Recording)" (੬ pg. 53). SNAP MODE FULL Snapshot mode with no frame EN 45 PIN-UP Pin-Up mode FRAME Snapshot mode with frame There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. Gain up GAIN UP OFF AGC AUTO Allows you to shoot - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 46
MANUAL ( : Factory-preset) Digital Image Stabilization DIS OFF ON To compensate for unstable images caused by camera mode when recording with the camcorder focus. Wide mode WIDE MODE OFF CINEMA* SQUEEZE* S.WIDE* (GR-DVM96 only) mode, refer to your wide-screen TV's instruction manual. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 47
. Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The " " indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. Snapshot flash mode FLASH AUTO AUTO C ON OFF Refer to "Snapshot Flash" (੬ pg. 54). Flash brightness adjustment FLASH ADJ. ±3 Refer to "Flash Brightness Adjustment" (੬ pg - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 48
minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTES: ● If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. ● "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. ● If "DEMO MODE" remains "ON", some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 49
reset the settings to the factory-preset. Resets all settings to the factory-preset. EN 49 Sound input (GR-DVM96 only) SOUND IN MIC D.SOUND Enables sound input from camcorder's stereo microphone, when Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 70) is executed. "MIC" appears on the Audio Dubbing screen. Enables sound - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 50
only onto the tape. When Snapshot 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 MODE" selection in CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card recording. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 51
(SP or LP) depending on your preference. It is recommended you use "REC MODE" in VIDEO Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder during digital dubbing. (੬ pg. 64) NOTE: "REC MODE" can be set when the Power Switch is set to "P" or "M". Blank search BLANK SRCH CANCEL EXECUTE Helps find a blank - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 52
PLAYBACK MENUS (cont.) SYSTEM BEEP OFF BEEP MELODY TALLY OFF ON DEMO MODE OFF ON Display Menu ੬ pg. 48 ੬ pg. 48 ( : OFF AUTO ON OFF ON Display ON SCREEN Setting: For playback sound, tape speed and tape running during video playback. 12B I T / SOUND1 L SP 4 ੬ pg. 49 ੬ pg. 49 ੬ pg. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 53
CAMERA Menu. (੬ pg. 45) • "DIS" in MANUAL Menu. (੬ pg. 46) ● During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. Snapshot (For Video takes place using the selected Snapshot mode. NOTES: ● To remove the shutter sound, refer to - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 54
is set to "OFF" or when Night-Alive mode (੬ pg. 53) is engaged, and also when the battery remaining power is low. Moreover, the flash does not in the dark the camcorder fires the flash and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 55
or set the Power Switch to "A". ● If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again. NOTES: ● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 56
Set "p EXPOSURE" to "AUTO". (੬ pg. 43) Or, set the Power Switch to "A". ● If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the exposure control mode again. NOTE: You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when "r PROGRAM AE" is set to "SPOTLIGHT" or "SNOW" (੬ pg. 38, 42), or - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 57
Iris Lock MENU Wheel BACKLIGHT Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch EN 57 2 Adjust zoom so the switch. ● Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. 1 Set "p EXPOSURE" to "MANUAL". (੬ pg. 43) ● The exposure control indicator appears. To return to automatic iris control... Set "p EXPOSURE" - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 58
light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result. ● Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 59
Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVM96 only) MENU Wheel D.SOUND Button VIDEO a USB cable to create more sound effects. http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/download/ d-sound instruction manual of the provided software. However, some sound (effects) created on a PC cannot be played back with this camcorder. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 60
recording. ● "COMPLETED" is displayed, then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip RecordStandby mode. 7 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The normal screen reappears. To view video clips stored in a memory card... Refer to "Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVM96 only)" (੬ pg. 29). To delete - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 61
Recording. ● "COMPLETED" is displayed, then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip RecordStandby mode. 9 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The normal screen reappears. To view video clips stored in a memory card... Refer to "Playback Of Video Clips (GR-DVM96 only)" (੬ pg. 29). To delete - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 62
to "OFF" or "ON". (੬ pg. 38, 49) • Playback sound mode, tape speed and tape running displays Set "ON SCREEN" to "LCD" or "LCD/TV". (੬ pg. 38, 49) ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 63
recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration. Open the connector cover. To DV Core filter DV cable (optional) To DV IN Video unit equipped with DV connector EN 63 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 64
. ● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current "SOUND MODE" setting. (੬ pg. 44) ● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the AV or S-Video output connector. ● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 65
"COPYING FAILED" is displayed. ● If an image recorded on the tape using "WIDE MODE" (੬ pg. 46) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it. ● To use Playback Special effects with a video image you wish to dub, perform up to step 8 using the remote control - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 66
. It also makes additional playback functions possible. (੬ pg. 68) Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two "AAA (R03)" size batteries. Refer to "General Battery Precautions" (੬ pg. 88). 1 Remove the battery compartment cover while pushing up the tab as illustrated. 2 Insert two "AAA - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 67
Button INSERT Button O Down Button A. DUB Button P PLAY Button Q FF Button R STOP Button S PAUSE Button T R.A.EDIT Buttons Functions With the camcorder's Power With the camcorder's Power Switch set to "A" or "M". Switch set to "P". Transmits the beam signal. Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 20) Zoom in/out - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 68
Playback Zoom Magnifies the recorded image up to 20X at any time during video playback. 1) Press PLAY (U) to start playback. Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. ● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect. ● After SLOW - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 69
. PLAY EFFECT EFFECT ON/OFF Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image. The effects that can be used during playback are CLASSIC FILM, films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the "classic film" effect. SEPIA Recorded scenes have - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 70
recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. (੬ pg. 44) Stereo microphone Speaker Remote sensor Headphone connector (GR-DVM96 only) Open the connector cover 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. ● - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 71
Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects (GR-DVM96 only) D.SOUND Button MENU Wheel Remote sensor EN 71 5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "D.SOUND", and 9D D.SOUND press it. 6 Rotate the MENU - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 72
information changes. ● If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded areas. ● During Insert Editing, when the tape and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the 12 : 34 camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 73
edited videos easily using your camcorder as can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed in the remote control. (੬ pg Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 74
to "ON" or "OFF". (੬ pg. 38, 49) • Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays Set "ON SCREEN" to "LCD" or "LCD/TV". (੬ pg. 38, 49) ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 75
the total program time exactly. ● Turning off the camcorder's power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. ● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use special effects during Random Assemble Editing using a DV cable. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 76
(9). 14 Point the remote control towards the VCR's remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (79), or manually engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode. 15 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of the last registered scene. IN OUT - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 77
For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 78
or use the DV cable provided with the capture board. ● If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode. ● The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC. ● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software. ● The still - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 79
camcorder for web conference by using Microsoft Windows® NetMeeting® and signing up for MSN Hotmail. ● In the Web Camera mode, the following buttons cannot be operated: E-MAIL, SNAPSHOT, the Recording Start/Stop Button. Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and provided Software. USB cable - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 80
80 EN REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ...81 TROUBLESHOOTING 82 CAUTIONS 88 USER MAINTENANCE 91 SPECIFICATIONS 92 INDEX ...94 Controls 94 Connectors 94 Indicators 94 Other Parts 94 Indications 96 TERMS ...102 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 81
V Power (੬ pg. 10) V VIDEO RECORDING (੬ pg. 19, 20) NOTES the AC Adapter from the camcorder. • Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder. ● When you use the to the headphone connector. (GR-DVM96 only) The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 82
82 EN TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, 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 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 83
Digital Zoom does not work. 6. • The optional headphones are 6. • Connect the optional not connected to the headphones to the headphones connector. headphone connector (GR-DVM96 only) (GR mode or no picture. terminals, but is not set to its channel appropriate for VIDEO mode. video - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 84
84 EN Advanced features TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 14. The focus does not adjust automatically. 14. • Focus is set to the Manual mode. • The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low. • The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. 14 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 85
the Red-Eye Reduction indicator. (੬ pg. 38, 54) Other problems SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 26. The CHARGE indicator on the camcorder does not light. 26. • The temperature of the 26. • To protect the battery, it is battery is extremely high/low. recommended to charge it in - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 86
86 EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) 31. When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen. 31. • This is not a malfunction. 31. • By recording with "DIS" activated (੬ pg. 46) this can be avoided. 32. When the camcorder is 32. • The DV cable was plugged/ - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 87
of the - manual that explains LCD monitor/viewfinder indications. (੬ pg. 96 - 99) 45. An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears. 45. • A malfunction of some kind 45. • Remove the power supply has occurred. In this case the (battery pack, etc.) and wait a camcorder's functions few - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 88
service life. ... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time. ... remove from charger bears the Mini DV mark. ... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 89
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 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 90
its 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. CAUTIONS (cont.) Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GR-DVM96U GR-DVM76U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. Address : 1700 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 91
before closing the cassette holder cover. 4 Slide and hold the BATT.RELEASE tab to the right 1 and remove the battery pack 2. . Cassette holder cover Cassette holder Remove. Cleaning The Camcorder 1 To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 92
(GR-DVM76) ø27 mm 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" black/white LCD Monaural For Digital Video Camera Format Signal format Recording/Playback format Cassette Tape speed Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette) : DV format (SD mode - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 93
EN 93 For Connectors AV Video output Audio output Headphone output (GR-DVM96 only) S-VIDEO DV Input/output USB EDIT : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 94
94 EN INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 5 6 78 9 0 q w e r 1 PLAY OFF A M 2 34 t - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 95
30 f •E-Mail Clip Recording Button [E-MAIL] (GR-DVM96 only pg. 60, 61 •Index Button [ Control [BRIGHT pg. 13 h Battery Release Tab [BATT.RELEASE].... ੬ USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector pg. 78 V Digital Video Connector [DV Grip Belt Eyelet pg. 6 g Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 96
recording) (੬ pg. 19) •PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby mode) (੬ pg. 19) g Insert Editing/Insert Editing Pause Mode (੬ pg. 72) h Wind Cut Indicator (੬ pg. 47) i Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 44) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder) j Time Code (੬ pg. 49, 52) - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 97
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only 1 2 3 45 1024 15 00:15 6 EN 97 a Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960) (GR-DVM96 only), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) (੬ pg. 50) b Shooting Icon (੬ pg. 27) (Appears and blinks during shooting.) c Card Icon (੬ pg. 27) ( - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 98
of the flash.) m • EXPLOSION: Selected Digital Sound Effect (GR-DVM96 only) (੬ pg. 59) •BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor) (੬ pg. 13) (The level indicator g moves.) n Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 100) o Date/Time (੬ pg. 15) p Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 55) - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 99
EN 99 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback a Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 51) b Blank Search Indicator (੬ pg. 23) c Tape Speed (੬ pg. VOLUME 20 : 21 : 25 g NOV 10 ' 02 10 : 00 AM headphone (GR-DVM96 only)) (੬ pg. 22) (The level indicator g moves.) •BRIGHT : Brightness - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 100
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 recorded in the LP mode. - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 101
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. E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 102
Battery 15 C Changing The Menu Settings 38 Channels (Left/Right 51 Charging The Battery Pack 10 Cleaning The Camcorder Manual Focus 55 Memory Card 17, 89 Menu Screen CAMERA 44, 45 D.S.C. Playback 31 - 36 DISPLAY 49, 52 DSC 50 MANUAL 46, 47 SYSTEM 48, 49, 52 VIDEO 51 Motor Drive Mode - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 103
Recording media selection (REC SELECT 50 Recording Mode (REC MODE 44, 51 Recording Time Battery Pack 10 Tape 16 Record-Standby 19 Memory Card 17 V VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position 14 Viewfinder Adjustment 12 W WebCam 79 White Balance (W.BALANCE 43, 58 Wide Mode (WIDE MODE) Cinema (CINEMA 46 - JVC GR-DVM76U | User Manual - Page 104
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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVM96
GR-DVM76
ENGLISH
Automatic Demonstration
8
GETTING STARTED
9
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
18
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
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ADVANCED FEATURES
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REFERENCES
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TERMS
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