JVC GR-D91 manual

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EN 2 CONTENTS None ADV ANCED FEA TURES ............................... 20 – 22 Protecting Files .................................................. 20 Deleting Files ..................................................... 20 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A T ape T o A Memory Card ............................... 21 Setting Print Information (DPOF [...]

EN 3 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. W ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APP ARA TUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Dear Customer , Th[...]

EN 4 (10) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer , or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over . (11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. (12) Refer all servici[...]

EN 5 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 Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in t[...]

EN 6 Automatic Demonstration takes place when “ DEMO MODE ” is set to “ ON ” (factory-preset). 䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch u is set to “ ” or “ ” and no cassette is in the camcorder . 䡲 Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstra[...]

EN 7 u t # W Battery pack BN-V408U BN-V416U (optional) BN-V428U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr . 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. approx. 5 hrs. Power CHARGING THE BA TTER Y P ACK 1 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing upward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount # , then slide up the battery pack until it locks in plac[...]

EN 8 Grip Adjustment 1 Separate the V elcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button e and Power Switch u and Power Zoom Lever & . Be sure to fasten the V elcro strip to your preference. Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the P[...]

EN 9 E Shoulder Strap Attachment 1 Thread the strap through the eyelet r , then fold it back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet r located under the Grip Strap. Confirm the strap is not twisted. T ripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its l[...]

EN 10 ● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force. ● There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force. ● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still do[...]

EN 11 u t % y Loading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder when you receive the camcorder . 1 Make sure the camcorder ’ s power is of f. 2 Press the Monitor Open button i and open the LCD monitor , then open the card cover ( MEMORY CARD ) Q . 3 Insert the memory card clipped edge first. • Do not touch the [...]

EN 12 OFF ( CHARGE ) PLA Y e % y u t 4 180 ° 90 ° i 2 0 5 m h 1h30m 1h29m 0h 0 3m 1 h 30 m 0h 0 2m (Blinking) 0h 0 1m (Blinking) 0h 0 0m (Blinking) ( ) Now calculating During shooting Basic Recording Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( 墌 pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8[...]

EN 13 T APE RECORDING Power Switch Position : Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode. (Full Auto): Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. OFF (CHARGE): Allows you to switch off the cam[...]

EN 14 T APE RECORDING Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “ 00:00:00 ” (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded [...]

EN 15 6 5 7 8 % & 4 u T APE PLA YBACK Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( 墌 pg. 14). 1 Load a tape ( 墌 pg. 9). 2 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch u to “ PLA Y ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the sw[...]

EN 16 To S-VIDEO q To AV ( Audio/Video cable (provided) White to AUDIO L IN ** Red to AUDIO R IN ** T o S-VIDEO IN S-Video cable (optional) Connector cover * Y ellow to VIDEO IN*** * When connecting the cables, open this cover . ** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only . *** Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. VCR TV[...]

EN 17 5 1 1024 ^ u y 4 MEMORY CARD RECORDING Basic Shooting (Snapshot) Y ou can use your camcorder as a digital still camera for taking snapshots. Perform the procedures listed below before continuing. ● Power ( 墌 pg. 7) ● Grip Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( 墌 pg. 8) ● Loading A Memory Card ( 墌 pg. 1 1) ● Picture [...]

EN 18 Normal Playback 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 1 1). 2 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ DSC ” , then set the Power Switch u to “ PLA Y ” while pressing down the Lock Button y . • A stored image is displayed. 3 Press 3 8 to display the next image, or press 2 6 to display the previous image. T o Magnify The Stored Images Press the Zoom[...]

EN 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 OFF ( CHARGE ) PLA Y 6 5 7 8 & % 4 ! 0 u y MEMORY CARD PLA YBACK Auto Playback Y ou can run through all the images stored on memory automatically . 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “ Normal Playback ” ( 墌 pg. 18). 2 Press 4 / 6 7 . • If you press 2 6 during Auto Playback, images are displayed in descending order . • [...]

EN 20 ME NU DIS P L A Y END BR I GH T PR OTEC T D ELETE DPOF NO . RE S E T FO R M AT Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 1 1). 2 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ DSC ” , then set the Power Switch u to “ PLA Y ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the swi[...]

EN 21 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A T ape T o A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 1 1) and cassette ( 墌 pg. 9). 2 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch u to “ PLA Y ” while pressing down the Lock Button y . 3 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % [...]

EN 22 Initializing A Memory Card Y ou can initialize a memory card anytime. After initializing, all files and data stored on the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared. 1 Perform step 1 of “ Making A New Folder ” . 2 Press the MENU/VOLUME wheel % in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/VOLUME wheel % to select [...]

EN 23 Night-Alive Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy , it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. 1 Set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull o[...]

EN 24 Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or when you stop recording. 1 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y loc[...]

EN 25 FOR RECORDING Snapshot (For T ape Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the vi[...]

EN 26 FOR RECORDING Manual Focus T o obtain correct focus. 1 If you are using the viewfinder , you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments ( 墌 pg. 8). 2 Set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch, then press FOCUS * ( 墌 pgs. 48 and 49). The manual focus indicator appears. [...]

EN 27 Iris Lock Use this function in the following situations: • When shooting a moving subject. • When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such as when the subject is backing away . • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. • When shoo[...]

EN 28 USING MENUS FOR DET AILED ADJUSTMENT For Recording Menu This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( 墌 pg. 28 – 31). 1 Set the Power Switch u to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out[...]

EN 29 USING MENUS FOR DET AILED ADJUSTMENT ON IS D – RE TURN OF F IN D C U T W – OF F ID E M O D E W – OF F ELE M A C R O T – N A MU A L SNAP MODE Refer to “ Snapshot (For T ape Recording) ” ( 墌 pg. 25). GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy , bu[...]

EN 30 USING MENUS FOR DET AILED ADJUSTMENT M E LO DY EEP B – RE TURN AM R E S E T C LC D RIO RI T Y P – ON EM O MODE D – ON EM O T E R – ON AL LY T – S Y ST E M RE TURN – – – A R E M A CD IS P L A Y RE N E ON S C LC D / T V U AO T IM E T DAT E / T I ME COD E CLO C K AD J . FF O 25 ’ 03 C E D 30 PM : 5 BR I GH T SYSTEM “ SYSTEM ?[...]

EN 31 USING MENUS FOR DET AILED ADJUSTMENT TIME CODE [OFF]: T ime code is not displayed. ON: T ime code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV . Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. CLOCK ADJ. Allows you to set the current date and time ( 墌 pg. 10). DSC QUALITY , IMAGE SIZE Refer to “ Picture Quality/Image Size Setti[...]

EN 32 12 12 : 34 : 24 0 3 0 ’ 5 2 3 : 5 bi t /S O U M P C E D ND 1 4 6 L USING MENUS FOR DET AILED ADJUSTMENT ON SCREEN setting: For playback sound, tape speed and tape running. DA TE/TIME setting: For date/time. Display Minutes Seconds Frames * * 30 frames = 1 second TIME CODE setting: For time code. VIDEO DISPLA Y • Settings made in the “ V[...]

EN 33 7 4 DUBBING Dubbing T o Or From A VCR T o Use This Camcorder As A Player 1 Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 16. 2 Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch 4 to “ VIDEO ” , then set the camcorder ’ s Power Switch u to “ PLA Y ” while pressing down the Lock Button y located on the switch, turn on the VC[...]

EN 34 DUBBING Dubbing T o Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from this camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector . Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration. T o Use This Camcorder As A Player 1 Make sure all u[...]

EN 35 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Slow-Motion Playback T o allow slow-speed search in either direction during tape playback. 1 T o change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press SLOW ( 9 ) P or ( 0 ) O more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with an 80-minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or approx. 5 minutes in Slo[...]

EN 36 34 0 9 2 5 1 8 7 6 I U l USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT VCR (Recording deck) IMPORT ANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: ● If the VCR ’ s power does not come on in step 1 , try another code from the VCR CODE LIST . ● Some brands [...]

EN 37 f g s U D J h USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT T o Remote P AUSE or R.A.EDIT TV Red to AUDIO R IN To S-VIDEO IN T o P AUSE IN j Editing cable (provided) S-Video cable (optional) Audio/ Video cable (provided) Y ellow to VIDEO IN * * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting cables, open this cover . Connector cover ** To AV ( [...]

EN 38 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING 1 Play back the tape in the camcorder , then point the remote control at the camcorder ’ s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J . The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears. 2 Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1 only . In order to check VCR and camcorder timing, selec[...]

EN 39 Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode ( 墌 pg. 28). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. ● T o perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the television, make connections ( 墌 pg. 16). 1 P[...]

EN 40 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS “ ACCESSING FILES ” appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while “ ACCESSING FILES ” is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage. NOTES: ● Refer to “ SOFTWARE INST ALL[...]

EN 41 TROUBLESHOOTING The focus does not adjust automaticall y . • Focus is set to the Manual mode. ¥ Set Focus to the A uto mode ( 墌 pg. 26). • The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was lo w. • The lens is dir ty or covered with condensation. ¥ Clean the lens and check the f ocus again ( 墌 pg. 46). The cassette will n[...]

EN 42 TROUBLESHOOTING The Black & White Fader does not work. • The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated. ¥ T ur n off Sepia and Monotone ( 墌 pg. 23). Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. • When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light and the image tak es on an effect simila[...]

EN 43 The charger indicator on the camcor der does not light. • The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low . • Charging is difficult in places subject to e xtremely high/low temperatures. ¥ T o protect the batter y , it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10 ° C to 35 ° C (50 ° F to 95 ° F) ( 墌 pg. 44). [...]

EN 44 CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly , the batter ies are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the follo wing batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use. When misused, the batteries can leak or explode. 1. Wh[...]

EN 45 CAUTIONS 3. DO NOT lea ve the unit . . . ... in places of over 50 ° C (122 ° F). ... in places where humidity is extremely low (belo w 35%) or extremely high (abo ve 80%). ... in direct sunlight. ... in a closed car in summer . ... near a heater. 4. T o protect the unit, DO NO T . . . ... allow it to become wet. ... drop the unit or strike [...]

EN 46 Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GR-D91US T rade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP . Address : 1700 V alley Road Wa yne, N. J. 07470 T elephone Number : 973-317 – 5000 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de vice ma y not cause harmful interfere[...]

EN 47 SPECIFICA TIONS Camcorder General P ower supply : DC 11.0 V (Using A C Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) P ower consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 3.4 W LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 4.7 W Dimensions (W x H x D) : 76 mm x 94 mm x 143 mm (3" x 3-3/4" x 5-11/16") (with the LCD monitor closed and [...]

EN 48 INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators OFF ( CHARGE ) PLA Y %^ (q ) & * 2 3 1 4 9 567 8 e r t y Q o $ u i W # @ ! 0 w E p Rj I s g f U P a O d k l ; A S D F G H h K J Y T Viewfinder Speaker LCD monitor Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. Remote Control Stereo microphone 1 GR-D91US EN 41-56 02.11.20, 5:34 PM 48[...]

EN 49 INDEX 1 • Remote Sensor The transmitted beam’ s approximate eff ective distance for indoor use is 5m (16ft). The transmitted beam ma y not be eff ective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. • Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor nec[...]

EN 50 INDEX LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications C E R SOUND b i t 2 1 15 : 55 6 w 12 3 4 5 6 09 8 7 1h50m ! 5 1 1024 @# $ % ^ 4 3 3 0 ’ 0 0 0 : 0 1 1 0 xW T JA N M A PHOTO BR I GH T r e t y o i u & * ( ) q w 6 w 12 / 1 3 0 ’ 5 0 0 : 0 1 2 bi S O U N D B L ANK S E ARCH VOL U ME t DE 116 : 21 : 25 C M A 6 4 L p E W Q Y R T u BR I GH T 1 1 0 0 [...]

EN 51 INDEX 1 Displays the selected F ade/Wipe eff ect .... 墌 pg. 24 2 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode .................................................................. 墌 pg. 29 3 Rotates while the tape is running .............. 墌 pg. 12 4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP) ... 墌 pg. 10 5 Displays the tape remaining time ...[...]

EN 52 INDEX W ARNING INDICA TIONS (high) (exhausted) Displays the battery remaining power le vel. As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is e xhausted, power turns off automatically . Appears when no tape is loaded. ( 墌 pg. 9) CHECK T APE ’ S ERASE PRO TECTION T AB A[...]

EN 53 CARD ERROR! Appears when the camcorder does not recognize the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it again. Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the indication still appears, the memory card is corrupted. UNSUPPORTED FILE! Appears if a file in another format is selected. CHECK CARD ’ S WRITE PROTECT[...]

EN 54 F Fade-In/Out .................................................... 墌 pg. 24 F ast-Forward The T ape .................................. 墌 pg. 14 Frame-By-Frame Playback ...................... 墌 pg. 14, 35 G Gain Up .......................................................... 墌 pg. 29 Grip Adjustment ......................................[...]

EN 55 P Picture Quality/Image Size ............................. 墌 pg. 11 Pla yback Special Eff ects ................................ 墌 pg. 35 Pla yback Zoom .............................................. 墌 pg. 35 P ower-Linked Oper ation ................................. 墌 pg. 13 P ower Switch P osition ....................................[...]

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