JVC GR-D340E/EK manual Before Using This Camcorder

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Before Using This Camcorder			Provided Accessories
Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini
DV mark		.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the
digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked
“	” can be used with this unit.		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 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).

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.	a AC Adapter AP-V17E or AP-V14E
If you haven’t used your camcorder for a while, the	b Power Cord (only for AP-V14E)
heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically	c Battery Pack BN-VF707U
cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette
	d Audio/Video Cable(Ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA
(optional).
	plug)
Be sure to store your cassette tapes and
	e Shoulder Strap ( pg. 12 for attachment)
camcorder in the proper environment.
	f Lens Cap ( pg. 12 for attachment)
Video heads can become dirty more easily if your
cassette tapes and camcorder are stored in a dusty	NOTES:
area. Cassette tapes should be removed from the	● In order to maintain optimum performance of the
camcorder and stored in cassette cases. Store the
	camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with
camcorder in a bag or other container.
	one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core
Use SP (Standard) mode for important video
	filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be
recordings.	connected to the camcorder.
LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more
	● Make sure to use the provided cables for
video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may
	connections. Do not use any other cables.
experience mosaic-like noise during playback
depending on the tape characteristics and the
usage environment.
So, for important recordings, we recommend using
SP mode.
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.
Also read “CAUTIONS” on pages 40 – 41.

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