GR-D290_270US.book Page 1 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 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 10 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D290 GR-D270 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: 6 GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 2 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. (墌 pg. 41) Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. (墌 pg. 40) ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 3 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. NOTES: ● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 4 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 4 EN 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 (3-15/16") 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.
MasterPage: TOC_Heading0_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 5 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 6 ADVANCED FEATURES Index ................................................................. 6 Provided Accessories ..................................... 11 Power.............................................................. 13 Operation Mode .............................................. 14 Language Settings.......................................... 15 Date/Time Settings .................
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 7 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM EN Controls Other Parts A Stop Button [8] (墌 pg. 20) U Monitor Latch (墌 pg. 18) V LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 18, 19) W Viewfinder (墌 pg. 16) X Card Cover [MEMORY CARD] (墌 pg. 17) Y Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 13) Z Shoulder Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 11) a Speaker (墌 pg. 20) b Grip Strap (墌 pg. 15) c Lens d LED Light (墌 pg. 37) Index Button [INDEX] (墌 pg. 27) Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 8 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 8 EN GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only 34 5 During Video Recording Only 123 4 5 6 6 1024 INTERVAL 15 1h40m REC e 7 7 8 9 a Image Size: 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 0 B Interval Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 25) C Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 25) SOUND 12 B I T 15:55 w q a Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 41) B Tape Running Indicator (墌 pg. 18) (Rotates while tape is running.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 9 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM GETTING STARTED (墌 pg. 25, 38) SLOW: (Appears when using Live Slow.) (墌 pg. 37) K Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (墌 pg. 16) L Battery Remaining Power Indicator (墌 pg. 49) M Date/Time (墌 pg. 15) N Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 38) During D.S.C. Playback 1 3 4 5 100-0013 BR I GHT 50m 3 a Operation Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 27) B Folder/File Number (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 10 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 10 EN GETTING STARTED Before Using This Camcorder Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . Make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or . 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.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 11 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories OR EN 11 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.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 12 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 12 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Stopper 2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm (1-3/16") of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 13 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM GETTING STARTED EN 13 To detach the battery pack Charging The Battery Pack M A OFF PLAY Battery pack Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 min. BN-VF733U Approx. 5 hr. 40 min. * Provided POWER/CHARGE lamp NOTES: Battery pack mount PUSH BATT. Battery pack Arrow mark To DC connector Open the cover. To AC outlet 1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 14 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 14 EN GETTING STARTED NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LED Light is used. ● Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 15 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM GETTING STARTED MEMORY: ● Allows you to record in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card. ● When the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M”, the currently selected image size appears. 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.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 16 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 16 EN GETTING STARTED 7 Press MENU to clear the brightness control indicator from the display. Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 17 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM GETTING STARTED 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place. To protect valuable recordings Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to “REC” before loading it.
MasterPage: Left VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK GR-D290_270US.book Page 18 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 18 EN VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (墌 pg. 13) ● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 16) VIDEO/MEMORY ● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 20).
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 19 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM VIDEO RECORDING Zooming Journalistic Shooting Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. 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° (90° downward, 180° upward). Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 20 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 20 EN NOTES: ● The time code cannot be reset. ● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. ● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON”. (墌 pg. 34) Quick Review Enables to check the end of the last recording. 1) Press during the Recording-Standby mode.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 21 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM VIDEO PLAYBACK Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, or 3 for reverse search. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9. ● During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes. ● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 22 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 22 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK Connections To A TV Or VCR 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration. If using a VCR, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. To AV connector Open the cover. Audio/Video cable (provided) 1 2 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 23 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM VIDEO PLAYBACK Playback Using The Remote Control (GR-D290 only) The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. (墌 pg. 24) Installing The Battery 1 1 3 Lock tab holder, and be sure to have the “+” mark visible.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 24 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM VIDEO PLAYBACK 24 EN . Zoom (T/W) PAUSE or (Up) SLOW (YI) SLOW (IU) PLAY (Right) (Left) STOP or (Down) SHIFT 2) At the point you want to zoom in, press the Zoom Button (T). ● To zoom out, press the Zoom Button (W). 3) You can move the image on the screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down SHIFT, press (Left), (Right), (Up) and (Down).
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 25 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM D.S.C. RECORDING You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. 25 ● The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 26 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 26 EN To cancel Interval Shooting mode Set “INT.SHOT” to “OFF” in step 1. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg. 13, 14) ● To distinguish between still images taken in Interval Shooting mode and other still images, it is recommended that you reset the file names before shooting. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 27 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM D.S.C. PLAYBACK Auto Playback Of Images EN 27 Removing On-Screen Display You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press + or – to select “DISPLAY”, and press Images” (墌 pg. 26). 2 Press 4/9 to start Auto Playback. Images” (墌 pg. 26). MENU.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 28 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 28 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 16) 2 Load a memory card. (墌 pg. 17) 3 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to the desired mode. (except “SLOW”, 墌 pg. 31, 32) Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 29 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. EN 29 To Remove Protection To delete all files stored in the memory card Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 3 in “Protecting Files”. MENU. The DELETE screen appears. To remove protection from the currently displayed file 4 Press + or – to select “CURRENT”, and press MENU. The PROTECT screen appears.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 30 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 30 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 5 Press + or – to select To Reset The Number Of Prints DPOF “EXECUTE”, and press MENU. The normal playback screen appears. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still AL L 1 ? ● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”. Images (One Print For Each)”. 2 Press + or – to select “RESET”, and press EXECUTE RETURN MENU. The DPOF screen appears.
ADVANCED FEATURES MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 31 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 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 – 36) Lock Button + M A Power Switch VIDEO/MEMORY 1) Press + or – to select the desired parameter. Selected menu icon blinks.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 32 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 32 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 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 LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 33 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT TELE MACRO [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m (3.3 ft), set “TELE MACRO” to “ON”. You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 40 cm (1.4 ft). NOTE: Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 34 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 34 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT PRIORITY [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. LANGUAGE [ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / ESPAÑOL / The language setting can be changed. (墌 pg. 15) CLOCK ADJ. 墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 35 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT INT.SHOT [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Enables interval shooting. (墌 pg. 25) INT.TIME 15SEC / 30SEC / [1MIN] / 2MIN / 5MIN / 10MIN / 30MIN / 60MIN Allows you to select the shooting interval for interval shooting. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 36 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 36 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT BLANK SRCH 墌 pg. 21, “Blank Search” SYSTEM Each setting is linked with “s SYSTEM”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”. (墌 pg. 31) ● The parameters are the same as in the description on page 33. VIDEO DISPLAY The “n” (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings are effective only for video playback except “BRIGHT”.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 37 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM FEATURES FOR RECORDING LED Light EN 5-Second Recording LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting. Record a vacation or an important event in 5second clips to keep the action moving. This function is available only for video recording. 1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to ● The “5S” indicator appears. 1 Set “5S” to “5S”. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 38 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 38 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Motor Drive Mode 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 to “M”. 2 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Alive indicator “ ” appears.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 39 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Exposure Control ● 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. ● When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright. 1 Set the Power Switch to “M”. 2 Set “p” to “MANUAL”. (墌 pg. 31) ● The exposure control indicator appears. 3 To brighten the image, press +.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 40 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 40 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING NOTES: Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure. 1 Set the Power Switch to “M”. 2 Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight Compensation indicator “ ” appears.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 41 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual White Balance Adjustment Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. “u W.BALANCE” menu. (墌 pg. 31) indication blinks slowly. 3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen. 4 Press and hold MENU until WIPE/FADER OFF: Disables the function.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 42 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 42 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Program AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to “M”. 2 Set “r” to the desired mode. (墌 pg. 31) ● The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. ● The selected effect indicator appears. To deactivate the selected effect Select “OFF” in step 2. The effect indicator disappears.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 43 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM EDITING EN 43 To use this camcorder as a player Dubbing To A VCR 1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. (墌 pg. 20) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s instruction manual.) then stop playback on the camcorder.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 44 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 44 EN EDITING Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the 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. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 45 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM EDITING EN 45 Connection To A Personal Computer [A] Using USB cable [A] Using USB cable [B] Using DV cable OR It is possible to do the following things: ● Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC. ● Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 46 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 46 EN EDITING Audio Dubbing (GR-D290 only) The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes. (墌 pg. 32) ● Use the provided remote control. Insert Editing (GR-D290 only) You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged.
REFERENCES MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 47 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM TROUBLESHOOTING 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 (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. Power No power is supplied.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 48 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 48 EN TROUBLESHOOTING The color of Snapshot looks strange. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears. ● The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. HFind a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. (墌 pg. 25, 38) ● The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 49 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM TROUBLESHOOTING HPush in the memory card a few more times. (墌 pg. 17) 49 Warning Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor. Remaining power level ● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is set to “FINDER”. HPush the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to “LCD”. (墌 pg. 18, 31, 34) ● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark.
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 50 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 50 EN TROUBLESHOOTING LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. A. DUB ERROR! Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 46) A. DUB ERROR! ● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 51 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM USER MAINTENANCE UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette once and reinsert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 52 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 52 EN CAUTIONS AC Adapter When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 53 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM CAUTIONS Memory Cards To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions: ● During use ... make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark. ... make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting. ● While the memory card is being accessed (during recording, playback, deletion, initialization, etc.) ...
MasterPage: Left GR-D290_270US.book Page 54 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM 54 EN CAUTIONS How To Handle A CD-ROM ● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole. ● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray. ● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D290_270US.book Page 55 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM SPECIFICATIONS For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.2 W (3.5 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.2 W (4.5 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Approx. 6.
MasterPage: BackCover Back cover GR-D290_270US.book Page 56 Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:53 AM TERMS EN A N AC Adapter .................................................... 14 Animation ....................................................... 33 Audio Dubbing ............................................... 46 Night-Alive ...................................................... 38 B Backlight Compensation ................................ 40 Battery Pack .......................................