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JVC GR-D247 Instructions Manual

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GR-D247PAL.book Page 1 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-D247
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories
:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 – 4 and 9 to ensure safe use of this
product.
ENGLISH
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 22, 25)
EN
LYT1410-001A
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 1 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D247 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please...
  • Page 2 GR-D247PAL.book Page 2 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 33) Fade in Fade out Program AE with Special Effects For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast- moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion.
  • Page 3 This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
  • Page 4 GR-D247PAL.book Page 4 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM 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).

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    GR-D247PAL_03Toc.fm Page 5 Friday, November 19, 2004 3:44 PM GETTING STARTED Index ... 6 Provided Accessories ... 10 Power... 11 Operation Mode ... 13 Language Settings... 14 Date/Time Settings ... 14 Grip Adjustment ... 14 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 15 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ... 15 Tripod Mounting...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 6 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM GETTING STARTED Index B C D E c d M MasterPage: Left...
  • Page 7 GR-D247PAL.book Page 7 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Controls Stop Button [8] ( pg. 20) Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] ( pg. 31) Play/Pause Button [4/9] ( pg. 20) Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( pg. 29) Rewind Button [ pg.
  • Page 8 GR-D247PAL.book Page 8 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording q we 1h40m 25 x W BRIGHT SOUND 12 B I T 1 0 1 15:55 Operation Mode ( pg. 13) : Night-Scope Indicator ( pg.
  • Page 9 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...

  • Page 10: Provided Accessories

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 10 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories AC Adapter AP-V14E Power Cord Battery Pack BN-VF707U S/AV Cable CD-ROM Cable Adapter Shoulder Strap ( pg. 11 for attachment) Lens Cap (see the right column for attachment) NOTES: In order to maintain optimum performance of the...

  • Page 11: Power

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 11 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM How To Attach The Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. Thread the strap through the eyelet. Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and the buckle. To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then tighten the strap in the buckle.
  • Page 12 BN-VF733U Approx. 5 hr. 40 min. * Provided NOTES: It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camcorder. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

  • Page 13: Operation Mode

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 13 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Using AC Power Perform steps 4 – 5 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive...

  • Page 14: Language Settings

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 14 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM GETTING STARTED Power-Linked Operation When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.

  • Page 15: Viewfinder Adjustment

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 15 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.

  • Page 16: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 16 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Cassette holder Cassette holder cover PUSH HERE Erase OPEN/EJECT protection tab Make sure the window side is facing out.

  • Page 17: Video Recording & Playback

    VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK GR-D247PAL.book Page 17 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 11) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 16) Power Zoom Lever Power Switch Lock Button POWER/CHARGE Lamp Recording Start/Stop Button Remove the lens cap.

  • Page 18: Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder

    GR-D247PAL_05Video.fm Page 18 Friday, November 19, 2004 3:46 PM VIDEO RECORDING LCD Monitor And Viewfinder While using the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull on the end of the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180°...

  • Page 19: Journalistic Shooting

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 19 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Journalistic Shooting In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270°...

  • Page 20: Video Playback

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 20 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback VOL. +/– Lock Button Speaker Power Switch MENU Load a cassette. ( pg. 16) Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 21: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 21 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM The detected blank portion may be located between recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure there is no recorded scene after the blank portion. Connections To A TV Or VCR To AV connector Open the cover.

  • Page 22: Advanced Features

    ADVANCED FEATURES GR-D247PAL.book Page 22 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. pg. 23 – 27) –...

  • Page 23: Recording Menus

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 23 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Recording Menus CAMERA The “m CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “A” and “M”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “M”. [ ] = Factory-preset REC MODE [SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode...
  • Page 24 GR-D247PAL.book Page 24 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MANUAL The “q MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “M”. [ ] = Factory-preset OFF: Disables the function. ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.
  • Page 25 GR-D247PAL.book Page 25 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM SYSTEM The “s SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “M” are also applied when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”. [ ] = Factory-preset BEEP OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.

  • Page 26: Playback Menus

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 26 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT CAMERA DISPLAY The “n” (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to “A”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “M”. The “n”...
  • Page 27 GR-D247PAL.book Page 27 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM VIDEO DISPLAY The “n” (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings are effective only for video playback except “BRIGHT” and “AUX MIC”. The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN settings) are the same as in the description (CAMERA DISPLAY) on page 26.

  • Page 28: Features For Recording

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 28 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING 5-Second Recording Record a vacation or an important event in 5- second clips to keep the action moving. This function is available only for video recording. Set “5S” to “5S”. ( pg.

  • Page 29: Snapshot (For Video Recording)

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 29 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Snapshot (For Video Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. Set the Power Switch to “M”. Set “SNAP SHOT” to the desired mode. pg.

  • Page 30: Exposure Control

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 30 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Exposure Control Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations: When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.

  • Page 31: Backlight Compensation

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 31 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure. Set the Power Switch to “M”. Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight Compensation indicator “...

  • Page 32: White Balance Adjustment

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 32 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING White Balance Adjustment The white balance refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.

  • Page 33: Wipe Or Fader Effects

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 33 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Wipe Or Fader Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped.

  • Page 34: Program Ae With Special Effects

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 34 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Program AE With Special Effects Set the Power Switch to “M”. Set “r” to the desired mode. ( pg. 22) The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. The selected effect indicator appears.

  • Page 35: Editing

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 35 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Dubbing To A VCR To S/AV connector Open the cover. S/AV cable mark (provided) Cable “Y/C”/“CVBS” Adapter* Video Out Select Switch To VCR To S-VIDEO IN** Yellow to VIDEO IN Red to AUDIO R IN White to AUDIO L IN If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.

  • Page 36: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. pg. 20)

  • Page 37: Connection To A Personal Computer

    13) When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC.

  • Page 38: References

    TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest 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.
  • Page 39 14) The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 40 Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. SET DATE/TIME! Appears when the date/time is not set. pg. 14) The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
  • Page 41 (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occurred.

  • Page 42: User Maintenance

    Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. MasterPage: Heading0_Left...

  • Page 43: Cautions

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 43 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Battery Packs The supplied battery Terminals pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: To avoid hazards ...
  • Page 44 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time.
  • Page 45 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...

  • Page 46: Specifications

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 46 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.2 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Dimensions (W x H x D) 56 mm x 94 mm x 112 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)

  • Page 47: Terms

    GR-D247PAL.book Page 47 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM AC Adapter ... 13 Animation ... 24 Backlight Compensation ... 31 Battery Pack ... 11, 13, 43 Beep ... 25 Blank Search ... 20 Changing The Menu Settings ... 22 – 27 Charging The Battery Pack ...
  • Page 48 MasterPage: BackCover GR-D247PAL.book Page 48 Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:24 PM Printed in Malaysia 1104MKH-ID-VM © 2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited...

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