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INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

LYT1098-001A

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC

DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

7 10

TAPE

RECORDING &

PLAYBACK

11 15

ADVANCED

FEATURES

16 33

REFERENCES

34 47

GR-D50

GR-D40

GR-D30

GR-D20

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CONTENTS

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Refer to the diagrams on page 40 and 42 while reading the instruction manual as all the controls,

connectors, indicators and indications are numbered on the diagrams and those corresponding

numbers are used throughout this manual unless specified.

GETTING STARTED

Power ............................................................ 7 8

Grip Adjustment ...................................................... 8

Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. 8

Shoulder Strap Attachment ......................................... 9

Tripod Mounting ...................................................... 9

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................... 9 10

Date/Time Settings ................................................. 10

Recording Mode Setting ............................................ 10

TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK

TAPE RECORDING .................................. 11 13

Basic Recording ........................................... 11 12

Zooming .......................................................... 12

Time Code ........................................................ 13

TAPE PLAYBACK .................................... 13 15

Normal Playback ......................................... 13 14

Blank Search ..................................................... 14

Connections ...................................................... 15

ADVANCED FEATURES

FOR RECORDING ..................................... 16 20

Night-Scope ...................................................... 16

Programme AE With Special Effects ........................... 16

Fade/Wipe Effects .............................................. 17

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SOME DO'S AND DON'TS ON THE

SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP

HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Snapshot (For Tape Recording) ................................ 18

Auto Focus ........................................................ 18

Manual Focus .................................................... 19

Exposure Control ................................................ 19

Iris Lock ........................................................... 20

White Balance Adjustment ..................................... 20

Manual White Balance Operation ............................. 20

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .... 21 25

For Recording Menu ...................................... 21 24

For Playback Menu ....................................... 24 25

DUBBING .............................................. 26 27

Dubbing To Or From A VCR .................................... 26

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped

With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .................... 27

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT .............. 28 32

Slow-Motion Playback .......................................... 28

Frame-By-Frame Playback ..................................... 28

Playback Special Effects ........................................ 28

Playback Zoom .................................................. 28

Audio Dubbing ................................................... 29

Insert Editing ..................................................... 29

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] .................. 30 32

For More Accurate Editing ...................................... 32

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ................................... 33

Connection To A Personal Computer .......................... 33

REFERENCES

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. 34 36

CAUTIONS ............................................ 37 38

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................ 39

INDEX ................................................. 40 45

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ................... 40 41

Indications ................................................. 42 44

Using The Optional RM-V717U Remote Control Unit ...... 45

TERMS ................................................. 46 47

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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 safety caution of the AC

Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and

precautions (

pgs. 3 and 4) to ensure safe use of this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

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.

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 accord-

ance with the following code:

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black

Brown to L (Live) or Red

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.

IMPORTANT

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or

chemical burn hazard if mistreated.

Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or

incinerate.

Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric),

Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.

Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is

incorrectly replaced.

Dispose of used battery promptly.

Keep away from children.

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

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.)

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-V408U/V416U/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 and Power Cord. (An appropriate

conversion adapter may be necessary to accommo-

date different designs of AC outlets in different

countries.)

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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 shoulder 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 the unit on top of the TV is not

recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

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.

read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

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.

consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

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!

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked "

can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

..... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark

..... 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.)

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NOTE:

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.

Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to

RCA plug)

Shoulder Strap

USB Cable

(GR-D50/D40 only)

Battery Pack BN-V408U

AC Adapter AP-V11E or AP-V13E

Lens Cap

(See below for

attachment)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

CD-ROM

(GR-D50/D40 only)

Power Cord

Cable Adapter

Remote

Control Unit*

RM-V718U

Lithium Battery*

CR2025

(for remote

control unit)

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 camera.

HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP

1 Make sure the arrow (L) is

pointing upward.

Arrow

Core Filter x 2 (for

optional S-Video Cable

and Editing Cable

provided with Remote

Control kit RM-V717KITU

pg. 6 for attachment)

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Pull out by inserting

a pointed instrument

into the slot.

Slot

* A battery is pre-installed in the Remote Control Unit

a time of shipment (with insulation sheet). To use the

Remote Control Unit, remove the insulation sheet.

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