JVC GR-DX300 manual

Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www .jvc-victor .co.jp/english/c yber/ For Accessories: http://www .jvc-victor .co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS DIGIT AL VIDEO CAMERA EN L YT1 1 19-001B ENGLISH CONTENTS AUTOMA TIC DEMONSTRA TION 6 GETTING ST ARTED 7 – 11 T APE RECORDING & PLA YBACK 12 – [...]

EN 2 CONTENTS None Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ................ 23 – 24 Making A New Folder .................................................... 24 Initialising A Memory Card ............................................ 24 ADV ANCED FEA TURES FOR RECORDING ............................................. 25 – 31 Snapshot Flash .......[...]

EN 3 None None 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: T O PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NO T EXPOSE THIS UNIT T O RAIN OR MOISTURE. Dear Customer , Thank you[...]

EN 4 None 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 . Do not carry or hold the camcorder by the[...]

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 . S-Video/Audio/ Video/Editing Cable Grip Belt (Already attached to the camcorder) Memory Card 8 MB (Al[...]

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

EN 7 @ W 0 y Battery pack BN-V107U BN-V114U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr . 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. Power CHARGING THE BA TTER Y P ACK 1 Insert the terminal end of the battery pack into the battery pack mount y , then firmly push the end of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks into place as shown in the illustration.[...]

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 ! and Power Switch @ and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring # . Be sure to fasten the V elcro strip to your preference. Viewfinder Adjustment[...]

EN 9 E T ripod Mounting CAUTION When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder . It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over . 1 T o attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the screw to the mounting socket p on the camcorder . Then tighten the screw clockwise.[...]

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 – RE TURN – – DSC TY QUA L I REC SE L EC T FI N E 02 1X 7 48 6 IM A G E S I Z E @ 3 $ 4 5 0 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 Open the card cover ( MEMOR Y CARD ) 8 . 3 Insert the memory card clipped edge f[...]

EN 12 2 0 5 m h 1h30m 1h29m 0h 0 3m 1 h 30 m 0h 0 2m 0h 0 1m 0h 0 0m P L A Y O F F A M S H U T T L E S E A R C H 0 ! @ $ 180 ° 90 ° t Q 5 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) ● Load A Cassette ( 墌 pg[...]

EN 13 T APE RECORDING P ower Switch P osition : 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: Allows you to switch off the camcorder [...]

EN 14 12 : 34 : 24 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 previou[...]

EN 15 @ w e t ! # 7 T APE PLA YBA CK 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/MEMOR Y Switch t to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. 3[...]

EN 16 T o S/A V & S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable (pro vided) Connector cover * * When connecting the cables, open this cover . ** The audio connection is not required for watching still images only . *** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used. VCR TV T APE PLA YBA CK Connections 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the ca[...]

EN 17 5 1 1024 t @ $ 9 MEMOR Y 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/MEMOR Y Switch t to “ MEMORY ” , then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ . • A stored file is displayed. 3 Select the type of file as necessary (IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP): Press SELECT/SET 3 . Press + or – 5 to select the type of file[...]

EN 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 $ 6 @ 1 5 3 4 t ! # 7 MEMOR Y CARD PLA YBA CK Auto Playback Y ou can run through all the images stored on memory automatically . 1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of “ Normal Playback ” . Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed ( 墌 pg. 18). 2 Press 4 / 6 ! . • If you turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise ( 2 ) durin[...]

EN 20 ME NU DIS P L A Y END PR OT ECT 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 Perform steps 1 through 3 of “ Normal Playback ” ( 墌 pg. 18). 2 Press MENU 4 . The Menu Screen appears. Press + or – 5 to select “ PROTECT ” , then press SELECT/SET 3 . 3 Press + o[...]

EN 21 AD V ANCED FEA TURES NA VIGA TION Function The NA VIGA TION Function helps you check tape contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card. T O MAKE THUMBNAIL IMA GES DURING T APE RECORDING 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 1 1) and cassette ( 墌 pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMOR Y Switch t to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch @ to “ ?[...]

EN 22 AD V ANCED FEA TURES E-Mail Clip Recording Y ou can make video clips from real-time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via e-mail. T O MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM REAL-TIME CAMERA IMA GE 1 Load a memory card ( 墌 pg. 1 1). Set the VIDEO/ MEMOR Y Switch t to “ MEMORY ” [...]

EN 23 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/MEMOR Y Switch t to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ . 3 Press MENU 4 . The Menu Screen a[...]

EN 24 Initialising A Memory Card Y ou can initialise a memory card anytime. After initialising, all files and data stored on the memory card, including those whic h have been protected, are cleared. 1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of “ Normal Playback ” ( 墌 pg. 18). 2 Press MENU 4 . The Menu Screen appears. Press + or – 5 to select “ FORMA T [...]

EN 25 FOR RECORDING Flash Brightness Adjustment When a snapshot ( 墌 pg. 17, 29) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash ( 墌 “ Snapshot Flash ” ) and adjusts the brightness automatically . Y ou can also adjust the flash brightness manually . When you find that the snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually [...]

EN 26 9 ! FOR RECORDING Self-Timer (GR-DX300/DX100 only) Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way , adding the final touch to a memorable picture. 1 Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD [...]

EN 27 Night-Scope 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 @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull o[...]

EN 28 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/MEMOR Y Switch t to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $[...]

EN 29 FOR RECORDING Snapshot (For T ape Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. SNAPSHO T MODE SELECTION 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMOR Y Switch t to “ VIDEO ” , then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out t[...]

EN 30 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 @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, then press FOCUS r ( 墌 pgs. 52 and 53). The manual focus indicator appears. [...]

EN 31 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 32 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. 32 – 35). 1 Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out[...]

EN 33 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 – 0 AD J . – AU TO LAS H F LAS H F – OF F ELE M A C R O T – OF F ELF - T I M E R S – OF F S 5 – N A MU A L SNAP MODE Refer to “ Snapshot (For T ape Recording) ” ( 墌 pg. 29 ). GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no[...]

EN 34 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 M OD E D – ON EM O T E R – ON AL LY T – S Y ST E M SYSTEM “ SYSTEM ” functions which are set when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” are also applied when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” ( 墌 pg. 35). BEEP OFF: Even [...]

EN 35 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 36 12 12 : 34 : 24 0 3 0 . 2 1 3 : 7 1 . 5 2 bi t /S O U N D 1 4 6 L USING MENUS FOR DET AILED ADJUSTMENT ON SCREEN setting: For playbac k sound, tape speed and tape running. D A TE/TIME setting: For date/time. Display Minutes Seconds Frames * * 25 frames = 1 second TIME CODE setting: For time code. VIDEO DISPLA Y • Settings made in the “ VI[...]

EN 37 DUBBING Connector cover * * When connecting the cables, open this cover . ** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used. *** If your VCR has a SCART connector T o use this camcorder as a player [ use the provided cable adapter . T o use this camcorder as a recorder [ use a commercially available output cable adapter . VCR TV T o S/A V &a[...]

EN 38 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 Camcor der As A Player 1 Make sure all [...]

EN 39 USING THE REMO TE 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 Sl[...]

EN 40 USING THE REMO TE CONTROL UNIT Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode ( 墌 pg. 32). 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[...]

EN 41 USING THE REMO TE CONTROL UNIT 34 0 9 2 5 1 8 7 6 I U l VCR (Recording dec k) IMPORT ANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other maker s, it ma y not work with your s 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 br[...]

EN 42 USING THE REMO TE CONTROL UNIT f g s U D J h ● Make sure to set “ S/A V INPUT ” to “ OFF ” in the Menu Screen ( 墌 pg. 35). ● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does [...]

EN 43 USING THE REMO TE CONTROL UNIT For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm[...]

EN 44 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 “ A CCESSING FILES ” is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage. To D V ) T o USB connector D V cable (op[...]

EN 45 TROUBLESHOOTING The focus does not adjust automaticall y . • Focus is set to the Manual mode. ¥ Set Focus to the Auto mode ( 墌 pg. 30). • The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low . • The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. ¥ Clean the lens and check the focus again ( 墌 pg. 50). The cassette will not [...]

EN 46 TROUBLESHOOTING The Black & White Fader does not work. • The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated. ¥ T urn off Sepia and Monotone ( 墌 pg. 27). During R.A.Edit, the Dissolve function does not work. • The Sepia or Monotone mode of Programme AE with special effects is activated. ¥ T urn off Sepia or Monotone before adding Dissolve to [...]

EN 47 TROUBLESHOOTING An unusual mark appears. ¥ Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor/viewfinder indications ( 墌 pg. 54 – 57). An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears. • A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorder ’ s functions become unusable. ¥ Remove the power supply (battery pack, etc[...]

EN 48 CAUTIONS Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery . Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. T o av oid hazards . . . ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the ba[...]

EN 49 CAUTIONS 5. Dir ty heads can cause the follo wing problems: • No picture during playback. • Blocks of noise appear during playback. • During recording or playback, the Head Clog W arning indicator “ ” appears. • Recording cannot be performed properly . In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and play back. If t[...]

EN 50 CAUTIONS Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer . The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV , a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly . In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (batter[...]

EN 51 SPECIFICA TIONS Camcorder General P ower supply : DC 1 1.0 V (Using AC 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. 4.6 W Dimensions (W x H x D) : 55 mm x 102 mm x 96 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Weight : [...]

EN 52 P L A Y O F F A M S H U T T L E S E A R C H 1 2 4 5 6 7 3 9 8 & ^ % ) ( * 0 @ ! q Q p E W e w r t y i u o $ # Rj I s g f U P a O d k l ; A S D F G H h K J Y T INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators Viewfinder Speaker LCD monitor Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. Remote Control Stereo microphone Flash 01 DX300/100/95[...]

EN 53 INDEX 1 • INDEX Button .......................................... 墌 pg. 19 • NA VI Button ....................................... 墌 pg. 21, 22 2 NA VI STORE Button ........................... 墌 pg. 21, 22 3 SELECT/SET Button ................................. 墌 pg. 32 4 MENU Button ............................................ 墌 p[...]

EN 54 INDEX C E R SOUND b i t 2 1 15 : 55 6 w 1h50m 2 13 5 46 7 8 @! 0 9 # 5 5 1 5 1 : 0 0 1024 $% ^ & * ( 4 3 0 3 : 7 1 0 xW T 2 5.1 2.0 3 PHOTO BR I GH T 3 i u o Q p R E W ) w q e r t y T 6 w 12 / 1 bi S O U N D B L ANK S E ARCH VOL U ME t 1 1 6:2 1:2 4 6 4 L 0 3 : 7 1 2 5.1 2.0 3 Y O I 5 U @ E P W BR I GH T 1 1 0 0 - 0 0 1 a s o W LCD Monito[...]

EN 55 INDEX 1 Appears when “ NA VIGA TION ” is set to other than “ MANUAL ” ................................ 墌 pg. 21 2 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect .... 墌 pg. 28 3 Appears when in the Squeeze, Cinema or D.WIDE mode ............................................ 墌 pg. 33 4 Rotates while the tape is running .............. 墌 p[...]

EN 56 INDEX W ARNING INDICA TIONS (high) (exhausted) Displays the battery remaining power level. As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically . Appears when no tape is loaded. ( 墌 pg. 9) CHECK T APE ’ S ERASE PRO TECTION T AB App[...]

EN 57 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 PRO TEC[...]

EN 58 G Gain Up .......................................................... 墌 pg. 33 Grip Adjustment ............................................... 墌 pg. 8 I Icons ...................................................... 墌 pg. 32 – 36 Index Playback ............................................... 墌 pg. 19 Index Screen ......................[...]

EN 59 R Random Assemble Editing ..................... 墌 pg. 41 – 43 Record-Standby ............................................. 墌 pg. 12 Recording Mode ............................................. 墌 pg. 10 Red-Eye Reduction ........................................ 墌 pg. 25 Remote Control .......................................... 墌 pg[...]

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