ENGLISH AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 9 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D200 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ GETTING STARTED 10 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 17 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 23 ADVANCED FEATURES 31 REFERENCES 68 INSTRUCTIONS TERMS 86 LYT1176-001A EN 2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this 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 All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. It is recommended that you... ... refer to the Index ( pg. 80 ­ 85) and familiarise yourself with button locations, etc. before use. ... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 74 through 76 before use. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet. NOTES: The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating information and safty caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides. CAUTION: To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit, first firmly insert the small end of the power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet. If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt -- consult a competent electrician. EN 3 CAUTIONS: This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408UH/V416UH/V428U 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 may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.) SOME DO'S AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way -- switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws -- to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL -- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case -- this could result in a fatal electrical shock; -- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind -- it is better to be safe than sorry! 4 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. 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. Before recording an important 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 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.) EN 5 Provided Accessories AC Adapter AP-V13E or AP-V11E Power Cord Battery Pack BN-V408UH S-Video Audio/Video/ Editing Cable (S/AV/ Editing cable) USB Cable Cable Adapter CD-ROM 9 2 6 0 3 4 5 w e T W Remote Control Unit RM-V718U* Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) Lens Cap ( pg. 7 for attachment) Lithium Battery CR2025* (for remote control unit) * A lithium battery is preinstalled in the Remote Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation sheet). To use the Remote Control Unit, remove the insulation sheet. Shoulder Strap ( pg. 7 for attachment) Core Filter (for provided USB Cable pg. 6 for attachment) Core Filter x 2 (for provided S-Video/ Audio/Video/Editing Cable and AC Adapter's cord pg. 6 for attachment) NOTES: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. 6 EN How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the core filter(s) to the provided AC Adapter's cord, S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable and USB cable. The core filter reduces interference. For the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable 3 cm 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Stopper 2 3 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. If using the AC Adapter's cord or USB cable, be sure to wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration. Wind the cable so that it is not slack. Close the core filter until it clicks shut. NOTES: Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting cables, attach the end with the core filter to the camcorder. For the AC Adapter's cord and USB cable 3 cm Wind once EN How To Attach The Lens Cap 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. 7 How To Attach The Strap 1 2 3 4 Following the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet a. Fold it back and thread it through the buckle b. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet c located under the Grip Strap. Confirm the strap is not twisted. During shooting 8 EN AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED 9 10 ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS 31 RECORDING MENUS .................................................. 32 Wipe Or Fader Effects .............................................. 32 Program AE With Special Effects ............................... 33 White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 34 Power .......................................................................10 Grip Adjustment .......................................................12 Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................12 Tripod Mounting ......................................................12 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................................12 Operation Mode .......................................................13 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......................13 Date/Time Settings ....................................................14 Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette ..........................................15 Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card .................................16 PLAYBACK MENUS ..................................................... 40 FEATURES FOR RECORDING ....................................... 42 Night Scope ............................................................. 42 Snapshot (For Video Recording) ............................... 42 Snapshot Flash ......................................................... 43 Flash Brightness Adjustment ..................................... 43 Self-Timer ................................................................. 44 Manual Focus ........... ...