G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 1 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2 – 5 and 11 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D340E/EK 8 GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 ADVANCED FEATURES 23 REFERENCES 36 TERMS 43 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 2 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 2 EN READ THIS FIRST ! ● Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. ● We recommend cleaning your video heads before use. If you haven’t used your camcorder for a while, the heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 3 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) 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.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 4 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 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 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: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 5 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM EN 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. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 6 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 6 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. 31) Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. (墌 pg. 29) ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: TOC_Heading0_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 7 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 ADVANCED FEATURES Index ................................................................. 8 Provided Accessories ..................................... 11 Power.............................................................. 12 Operation Mode .............................................. 14 Auto/Manual Mode ..................................... 14 Power-Linked Operation..............
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MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 9 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM Controls Other Parts A Rewind Button [3] (墌 pg. 21) V LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 18) W Viewfinder (墌 pg. 16) X Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 13) Y Shoulder Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 12) Z Speaker (墌 pg. 21) a Grip Strap (墌 pg. 15) b Lens c Camera Sensor Left Button [ ] (墌 pg. 15) Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] (墌 pg. 20) B Set Button [SET] (墌 pg. 15) Data Battery Button [DATA] (墌 pg. 13) C Stop Button [8] (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 10 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 10 EN GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording 89 0qw e r t y 10 x 1 2 3 1/50 4 5 B/W 6 7 u i o R Wipe/Fader Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 31) S Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 25) T Time Code (墌 pg. 25) U Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 28) Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (墌 pg. 16) BRIGHT V Date/Time (墌 pg. 15) 1.1.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 11 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM GETTING STARTED Before Using This Camcorder EN 11 Provided Accessories Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked “ ” can be used with this unit. OR GETTING STARTED Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 12 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 12 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Lens Cap Power To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 13 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM GETTING STARTED Slide the battery pack upward while pressing PUSH BATT. to detach it. Battery pack Charging time BN-VF707U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 min. 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.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 14 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 14 EN GETTING STARTED Using AC Power Perform steps 4 – 6 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. Operation Mode To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 15 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM GETTING STARTED Power-Linked Operation Language Settings fully. (墌 pg. 18) Set the recording mode to “M”. (墌 pg. 14) D I S PLAY . The DISPLAY Menu appears. 7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes. NOTES: MONTH.DATE.YEAR 1 . 24h 1 . 2006 3 : 13 or to select the desired date display format, and then press SET or . Select from “MONTH.DATE.YEAR”, “DATE.MONTH.YEAR” or “YEAR.MONTH.DATE”.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 16 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 16 EN GETTING STARTED Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” 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. 3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 17 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. PUSH Cassette holder cover OPEN/EJECT EN 17 ● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. ● When the battery pack’s charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force.
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 18 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 18 EN VIDEO RECORDING Tape Remaining Time Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (墌 pg. 12) ● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 17) Power Zoom Lever POWER/CHARGE Lamp Approximate tape remaining 62 min time appears on the display. “---min” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 19 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 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: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 20 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 20 EN VIDEO RECORDING 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. 25) Quick Review Enables to check the end of the last recording. 1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording-Standby mode.
MasterPage: Video_Heading0_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 21 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback 5 4/9 3 VOL. +/– Lock Button EN 21 Once you release the button, normal playback resumes. ● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction. ATTENTION: During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 22 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 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. To S connector 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
ADVANCED FEATURES MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 23 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 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. (墌 pg. 23 – 26) Lock button EN 23 Video Recording Menus FUNCTION (墌 pg. 24) SETTING (墌 pg. 24) SYSTEM (墌 pg. 25) DISPLAY (墌 pg. 25) 1) Press or to select the desired selection and press SET or .
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 24 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 24 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Recording Menus FUNCTION The menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”. [ ] = Factory-preset WIPE/FADER (墌 pg. 31), “Wipe or Fader Effects” EFFECT (墌 pg. 31), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects” ● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 25 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function. ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. SYSTEM The “SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “REC” are also applied when the Power switch is set to “PLAY”. [ ] = Factory-preset.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 26 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 26 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Playback Menus [ ] = Factory-preset SOUND MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. BRIGHT 墌 pg. 16, “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display”. DATE/TIME [OFF] / ON [OFF]: The date/time does not appear.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 27 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING This camcorder allows you to choose the type of image output format for recording. [ ] = Factory-preset 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Press 16:9 button repeatedly to choose your selection. 4:3 16:9 [4:3]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 28 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 28 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual Focus Exposure Control The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode 3 Press FOCUS.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 29 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light. Use this function in the following situations: ● When shooting a moving subject.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 30 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 30 EN 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. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/ tint reproduction.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 31 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING 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. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “M” (墌 pg. 14). 3 Set “WIPE/FADER” (墌 pg. 24) ● The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the effect is reserved. ● The selected effect indicator appears.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 32 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 32 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING PROGRAM AE SHUTTER OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) 50 SHUTTER 1/50: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. SHUTTER 1/120: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a second.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 33 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM EDITING EN 33 1 Following the illustrations, connect the Dubbing To A VCR camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. (墌 pg. 21) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start To S connector recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s instruction manual). 4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR, then stop playback on the camcorder.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 34 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 34 EN EDITING Dubbing To 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. 1 Make sure all units are turned off.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 35 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM EDITING Connection To A Personal Computer It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the software equipped with the PC or commercially available software. If you are using a Windows® XP, you can use Windows® Messenger to conduct video conferences over the Internet, using a camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the Windows® Messenger.
REFERENCES MasterPage: Heading0_Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 36 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 36 EN 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. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 37 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM TROUBLESHOOTING EN 37 The colour 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. 27) ● The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 38 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 38 EN TROUBLESHOOTING Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor. ● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is set to “FINDER”. HPush the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to “LCD”. (墌 pg. 23, 25) ● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark. HAdjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 16) HIf the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 39 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM USER MAINTENANCE EN 39 Cleaning The Camcorder Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC Adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 40 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 40 EN 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: ● To avoid hazards NOTES: Terminals ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 41 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM CAUTIONS ● For safety, DO NOT ... open the camcorder’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. ... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. ...
MasterPage: Heading0_Left G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 42 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM 42 EN SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.0 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 3.4 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Dimensions (W x H x D) 59 mm x 94 mm x 114mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Weight Approx. 400g (without battery, cassette and lens cap) Approx. 480g (incl.
MasterPage: Start_Right G R-D340PAL.bo o k Pag e 43 Thursday , Oc to ber 27 , 2005 3:19 PM TERMS EN 43 A S AC Adapter .................................................... 14 Auto/Manual Mode ......................................... 14 Shutter Effect ................................................. 32 Snapshot Mode .............................................. 27 Sound Mode ............................................ 24, 26 Speaker Volume ............................................
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