JVC GR-D850 GR-D870 instruction manual Read This First

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Read This First!

Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording.

Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded

properly.

• We recommend cleaning your video heads before use.

If you haven’t used your camcorder for awhile, the heads may be dirty. We

recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).

Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment. Video heads can become dirty more easily if your cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the camcorder in a bag or other container.

Use SP (Standard Play) mode for important video recordings.

LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more video than SP (Standard Play) mode, but you may experience mosaic-like noise during playback depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment. So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode.

For safety and reliability.

It is recommended only genuine JVC batteries and accessories are used in this camcorder.

This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

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 that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes.

Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of commercially available cassette tapes complying with the MiniDV standard, but JVC brand cassette tapes are designed and optimized to maximize the performance of your camcorder.

Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

DO NOT leave the unit

-in place of over 50°C.

-in place where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (80%).

-in direct sunlight.

-in a closed car in summer.

-near a heater.

The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)

Do not leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use and check the unit regularly whether it is working or not.

Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Also read “Cautions” on pages 46 – 48.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to fl ame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fi re or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fi re.

To deactivate the demonstration, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. ( 28, 32)

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Contents GR-D850 GR-D870 Dear CustomerPreparation Video RecordingPlaying Back EN Easy Start GuideWe recommend cleaning your video Heads before use Load the cassette. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to start recording Select U/ 9 to start playback. Read This First Safety Precautions Important Safety Instructions Contents Regarding This Manual AccessoriesEN Getting Started Attach the Shoulder Strap Attach the Lens CapGetting Started Strap Guide Buckle EyeletTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentVelcro Strip Getting Started EN Using the SD CardTo remove the SD Card Power-linked operation IndexConnectors IndicatorControls Other partsSound 12B I T C. RecordingDEC Volume During Video PlaybackI T 20 21 1113AM DECPower Charging The Battery PackTo Detach The Battery Pack Using The Battery PackLanguage Settings Date/Time SettingsChecking the Remaining Battery Power Using AC PowerWide Mode Brightness Adjustment DisplaySelect the appropriate brightness, press SET Basic Recording Tape Remaining TimeQuick Review Recording & Playback ENTime Code Auto/Manual ModeEN Recording & Playback To control the speaker volume Normal PlaybackZoom Dual RecVariable Shuttle Search Blank SearchTo resume normal playback, press U BlankCheck CARD’S Write Protection Switch C. SnapshotC. Recording & Playback EN This operating instruction  23 27 is Applicable to model24 EN Index Playback Of FilesAuto Playback Of Images Removing On-Screen DisplayProtecting Files Resetting The File NameTo Remove Protection Setting Print Information Dpof Setting 26 ENDeleting Files To Print All Still Images One Print For EachPower, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted To Reset The Number Of PrintsInitializing a Memory Card EN Menus For Detailed Adjustment Open the LCD monitor fully. For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus For Video Playback MenusMenus For Detailed Adjustment EN Recording MenusOFF Disengages the function MenusFine /STANDARD On Screen LCD DATE/TIMETime Code Wide TVDemo Mode OFF CAM ResetLanguage PortuguêsPlayback Menus Motor Drive Mode EN Features For RecordingLED Light Live SlowFeatures For Recording EN To reset to Auto FocusManual Focus Exposure ControlBacklight Compensation Iris LockSpot Exposure Control White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance AdjustmentWipe Or Fader Effects Program AE, Effects Shutter EffectsRecorded On a Tape To a Memory Card If using a VCR, go to . If not, go to step To AV connector Audio/Video cable ProvidedDubbing To a VCR EN Connections/EditingConnections/Editing EN Unit Equipped With a DVTo use this camcorder as a recorder Using DV cable DV connector USB connectorConnector DV cable Optional To DV Core filter ComputerTroubleshooting EN Problem Possible Cause RemedyEN Troubleshooting High TroubleshootingExhausted Battery Packs CassettesEN Cautions Benefits Of Lithium-Ion BatteriesMain Unit LCD MonitorMemory Cards How To Handle a CD-ROM About moisture condensationSerious malfunctioning CONDENSATION, Operation Paused Please WaitCleaning The Camcorder User Maintenance ENTo clean the exterior To clean the LCD monitorFor Connectors CamcorderAC Adapter For General For Digital Video CameraMemo EN Terms