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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Contents Dear Customer GR-D340E/EKDo not leave the unit We recommend cleaning your video heads before useUse SP Standard mode for important video recordings For safety and reliabilityBlue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red Important for owners in the U.KEuropean Union Information for Users on Disposal of Old EquipmentSome DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment Backlight Compensation Data BatteryWipe/Fader Effects Auto ButtonPlayback Snapshot Power-Linked OperationIndex Controls ConnectorsIndicators POWER/CHARGE Lamp  pg2006 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsDuring Video Playback Before Using This Camcorder How To Attach The Shoulder Strap PowerHow To Attach The Lens Cap Charging The Battery PackMaximum continuous recording time Data Battery SystemAbout Batteries Operation ModeUsing AC Power Auto/Manual ModeInformation Grip AdjustmentDate/Time Settings Language SettingsTripod Mounting Viewfinder AdjustmentDisplay To protect valuable recordings Approximate recording time Basic RecordingTape Remaining Time LCD Monitor And ViewfinderZoom Out Zooming Journalistic ShootingTime Code ZoomRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Quick ReviewBlank Search Normal PlaybackStill Playback Shuttle SearchCable Optional Provided If using a VCR, go to . If not, go to stepTo S connector To AV Connector Video Playback Menus Advanced FeaturesVideo Recording Menus Recording Menus Italiano / Nederlands English / Français / EspañolOFF / LCD / LCD/TV Sound Mode and NarrationPlayback Menus OFF / onSnapshot Record Still Image On Tape Wide ModeMotor Drive Mode Night-ScopeTo return to automatic exposure control To reset to Auto FocusManual Focus Manual focus is recommended in situations listed belowTo lock the iris To cancel Backlight CompensationIris Lock Backlight CompensationSet W.BALANCE in Function Menu  pg White Balance AdjustmentTo change the setting Auto White balance is adjusted automaticallyTo deactivate the selected effect Select OFF in . The effect indicator disappearsWipe Or Fader Effects Program AE, Effects and Shutter EffectsSports OFF Disables the function. Factory-presetAdvanced Dubbing To a VCRTo DV OUT DubbingAvailable software To a PC with a DV connector by usingIf you are using a Windows XP, you can use Conferences over the Internet, using aVideo Playback PowerAdvanced features Video RecordingTroubleshooting EN Other problemsHigh Exhausted Displays the battery remaining powerAppears when the tape ends during recording or playback Remaining power levelTo clean the lens Cleaning The CamcorderTo clean the exterior To clean the LCD monitorNot CassettesLCD Monitor Main Unit AC Adapter CamcorderTerms Recording CapacityGR-D340E/EK