Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2, 4 – 6 and 12 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D390EK For Accessories: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ 8 GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 20 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.
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). ● Be sure to store your cassette tapes and camcorder in the proper environment.
EN 3 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. 40) Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. (墌 pg. 39) ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. (墌 pg.
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. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.
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.
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.
CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 ADVANCED FEATURES Index ................................................................. 8 Provided Accessories ..................................... 12 Power.............................................................. 14 Operation Mode .............................................. 15 Language Settings.......................................... 16 Date/Time Settings ......................................... 16 Grip Adjustment ..............................................
EN GETTING STARTED Index 16:9
Controls Other Parts A Rewind Button [3] (墌 pg. 23) Y LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 20) Z Viewfinder (墌 pg. 17) a Card Cover [ ](墌 pg. 19) b Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 14) c Shoulder Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 13) d Grip Strap (墌 pg. 17) e Speaker (墌 pg. 23) f Lens g LED Light (墌 pg. 36) h Camera Sensor Left Button [ ] Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] (墌 pg. 22) B Set Button [SET] (墌 pg. 16) Data Battery Button [DATA] (墌 pg. 15) C Stop Button [8] (墌 pg. 23) Backlight Compensation Button [BACKLIGHT] (墌 pg.
EN GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C Recording During Video Recording 9 1 23 4 – – –min LP 0 9 PAUSE 5 WH 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 M qw 0 10 x PHOTO 3 t SOUND 12 B I T 15:55 D C. 6 . 2006 11 : 13 AM DEC. 6 . 2006 7 8 a Tape Running Indicator (墌 pg. 20) (Rotates while tape is running.) B Live Slow Indicator (墌 pg. 36) C Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (墌 pg. 33) (only LP indicator is displayed) D Tape Remaining Time (墌 pg.
GETTING STARTED During 16:9 Recording 11 During D.S.C. Playback 1 16:9 Wide (16:9) mode Indicator EN 100-0013 BRIGHT –5 PHOTO 120min The lower side of the screen blackens when “16:9” is selected in Wide Mode (墌 pg. 36). Some of the indicators are displayed on the area. During Video Playback 1 2 3 45 25min 9 12BIT BLANK SEARCH PUSH "STOP" BUTTON TO CANCEL VOLUME 1:15 PM 1.1.2006 15:29:03 8 7 6 a Battery Remaining Power Indicator (墌 pg. 48) B Blank Search Indicator (墌 pg.
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. ● Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
GETTING STARTED EN 13 How To Attach The Core Filter 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. Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.
EN GETTING STARTED To detach the battery pack Power 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. Charging The Battery Pack Slide the battery pack upward while pressing PUSH BATT. to detach it. Battery pack Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. BN-VF733U Approx. 5 hrs. 40 min. * Provided Battery pack mount NOTES: PUSH BATT.
EN 15 Using The Battery Pack About Batteries Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.
EN GETTING STARTED VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position VIDEO: Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If “REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” (墌 pg. 35), still images are recorded both on the tape and the memory card. MEMORY: Allows you to record in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card. Auto/Manual Mode Press AUTO button repeatedly to switch to auto/ manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator “M” appears on the LCD monitor.
GETTING STARTED 1 Adjust the velcro 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, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference. 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.
EN GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. OPEN/EJECT PUSH 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. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing. 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place.
GETTING STARTED EN 19 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Card Cover ( ) Memory card Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge 1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. 2 Open the card cover ( ). 3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first. To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out.
EN VIDEO RECORDING avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 22). ● To turn the melody sounds off, 墌 pg. 32, 34. Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (墌 pg. 14) ● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 18) VIDEO/MEMORY Zoom Lever Tape Remaining Time Approximate tape remaining 62 min time appears on the display. “---min” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time.
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”. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
VIDEO RECORDING 22 EN Time Code Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 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. 1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 23) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. (墌 pg. 23) 2) Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording.
VIDEO PLAYBACK VOL. +/– Lock Button Speaker VIDEO/ MEMORY MENU 8 1 Load a cassette. (墌 pg. 18) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 To start playback, press 4/9. 5 To stop playback, press 8. ● During Stop mode, press 3 to rewind, or 5 to fast-forward the tape. To control the speaker volume Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/–) towards “+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the volume.
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. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set To AV connector the TV to its VIDEO mode. 6 Start playback on the camcorder. (墌 pg.
VIDEO PLAYBACK Playback Using The Remote Control 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. 26) Installing The Battery 25 The following buttons are available only when the camcorder’s Power Switch is set to “PLAY”. B PAUSE Button ● Pauses the tape (墌 pg. 26) Up Button (墌 pg. 26) C SLOW Rewind Button (墌 pg.
VIDEO PLAYBACK 26 EN . Zoom (T/W) PAUSE or (Up) SLOW (YI) SLOW (IU) PLAY (Right) (Left) STOP or (Down) SHIFT Slow-Motion Playback During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. ● After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback resumes. ● To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE (9). ● To stop Slow-Motion playback, press PLAY (U). NOTES: ● You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still Playback by pressing SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds.
D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. EN 27 Approximate Number of Storable Images ● The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality, etc. Image Size/Picture Quality SD Memory Card 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB* 64 MB NOTE: 640 x 480/FINE 47 95 205 Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (墌 pg. 14) ● Loading a Memory Card (墌 pg.
EN D.S.C. PLAYBACK Normal Playback Of Images Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. 4/9 VOL. +/– Lock Button You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” (墌 pg. 28). 2 Press INDEX.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” (墌 pg. 28). 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press , , or to select “NO. RESET”, and press SET. The NO. RESET screen appears. 4 Press or to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET.
EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. To Remove Protection NOTE: Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 3 in “Protecting Files”. If the “ ” mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be deleted. To remove protection from the currently displayed file To delete all files stored in the memory card 4 Press or or to select “CURRENT”, and press SET or . The PROTECT screen appears. 5 Press << PROTECT >> CANCEL? to select 6 Press to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. EN 31 3 Press , , or to select “DPOF”, and press SET. The DPOF Menu appears. To Reset The Number Of Prints 4 Press 2 Press or to select “RESET”, and press SET or . The DPOF screen appears. 5 Press or to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. The normal playback screen appears. ● To cancel selection, select “RETURN”. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”. (墌 pg.
EN 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. 32 – 35) Lock button Video Recording and D.S.C. Recording Menus FUNCTION Selected menu icon (墌 pg. 33) SETTING (墌 pg. 33) WIPE/FADER SYSTEM (墌 pg. 34) DISPLAY (墌 pg. 34) EF DSC (墌 pg. 35) 1) Press , , or WB to select the desired selection and press SET.
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. 40), “Wipe or Fader Effects” EFFECT (墌 pg. 41), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects” PROGRAM AE Effects” Effects” EXPOSURE (墌 pg. 38), “Exposure Control” W. BALANCE (墌 pg. 39), “White Balance Adjustment” ● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition.
EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT *Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO” AGC GAIN UP OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGC]: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. AUTO : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural.
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT EN 35 The settings below are effective only for video playback except “BRIGHT”, “16:9” and “REC MODE”. The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN, SOUND MODE and NARRATION settings) are the same as in the description on (墌 pg. 33, 34). SP LP REC MODE [SP*] / LP NOTES: Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference. * SP indicator does not appear on the screen.
EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING LED Light LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting. 1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. LED Light OFF: Turns off the light. ON: The light is on always. ( appears.) AUTO: The light turns on automatically when dark. ( appears.) 2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a still image. NOTES: ● Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to eyes.
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 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 “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “M”. (墌 pg. 16) 3 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Scope indicator “ ” appears. ● The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 25 times sensitivity.
EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Exposure Control Iris Lock 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. ● When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “M” (墌 pg. 16). 3 Set “EXPOSURE” to “MANUAL” in FUNCTION Menu. (墌 pg.
FEATURES FOR RECORDING 39 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 “REC”. 2 Press BACKLIGHT so that the Backlight ● You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the same time with following functions. • “16:9” in “WIDE MODE” (墌 pg. 36) • “STROBE” in “EFFECT” (墌 pg. 41) • Digital Zoom (墌 pg.
EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual White Balance Adjustment Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. 5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out. To deactivate the selected effect Select “OFF” in step 4. The effect indicator disappears. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording White paper mode to “M”. (墌 pg. 16) 3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject.
FEATURES FOR RECORDING EF EFFECT OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) SEPIA : Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. MONOTONE : Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. CLASSIC *: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. STROBE *: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots. *Not available for still image recording. PROGRAM AE OFF: Disables the function.
EN EDITING 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. 23) 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.
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. EN 43 NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg.
EN EDITING Connection To A Personal Computer [A] Using USB cable [A] Using USB cable [B] Using DV cable [B] Using DV cable OR To DV IN/OUT To USB It is possible to transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC. It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software, software equipped with the PC or commercially available software.
EDITING Audio Dubbing EN 45 Insert Editing The audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes. (墌 pg. 33) ● Use the provided remote control. 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. ● Use the provided remote control.
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.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. Power No power is supplied.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN 47 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. 37, 40) ● The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. (墌 pg. 16) ● The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder. HPush in the memory card a few more times. (墌 pg. 19) 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. 20, 32, 34) ● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark. HAdjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. (墌 pg.
TROUBLESHOOTING A. DUB ERROR! Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 45) A. DUB ERROR! ● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. (墌 pg. 45) ● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-BIT audio. (墌 pg. 45) ● Appears if A. DUB (D) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY OR DC PLUG The error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what type of malfunction has occurred. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (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.
USER MAINTENANCE EN 51 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. To clean the lens Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
EN CAUTIONS ● Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack. 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 Terminals ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. ...
CAUTIONS LCD Monitor ● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT ... push it strongly or apply any shocks. ... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom. ● To prolong service life ... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth. ● Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions ... While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. ...
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. ● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.
SPECIFICATIONS For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 2.4 W (2.6 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 2.7 W (2.9 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) * Using LED Light Dimensions (W x H x D) 59 mm x 94 mm x 114 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Weight Approx. 400 g (without battery, cassette, memory card and lens cap) Approx. 480 g (incl.
TERMS EN A N AC Adapter .................................................... 15 Audio Dubbing ............................................... 45 Night-Scope ................................................... 37 B Backlight Compensation ................................ 39 Battery Pack ....................................... 14, 15, 52 Blank Search .................................................. 23 Playback Menus ............................................. 35 Playback Sound ......................
ENGLISH SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE LYT1520-006A EN
Contents JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.. .................................................................. 3 Notice for Users ............................................ 5 System Requirements .................................. 6 Software Installation (Windows®).................. 7 Connecting (Windows®) ................................ 8 Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows®) .............................................. 9 Copying Files to the PC (Windows®) ...........
distribute, rent, lease or transfer the Program to any third party or otherwise let them use the Program. JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 4 LIMITED WARRANTY IMPORTANT TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC. The right to use the Program is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following.
6 TERM 9 GENERAL This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach.
CAUTION: ● Operate this equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual. ● Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any other CD-ROM to run this software. ● Do not attempt to modify this software. ● Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. How to handle a CD-ROM Notice for Users Use of this software is authorised according to the terms of the software license.
System Requirements 䡲 Windows® The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC and to use Digital Photo Navigator.
Software Installation (Windows®) Follow the procedure described below to install the software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.) Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 This application is used to organise still images and convert them into a variety of formats. Click [Next]. [Setup Status] screen appears. Wait for a moment until the installation is finished. 1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
Connecting (Windows®) Connecting the USB cable Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC. PC To USB connector To USB connector Camcorder USB cable 1 To assure safety, make sure all 2 units are turned off before making any connections. Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.
Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows®) 1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. 2 Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon. 2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/ 3 MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 6 The folders in the memory card appear. The camcorder turns on. 4 Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. (墌 pg. 8) On the camcorder’s LCD monitor [USB] appears.
NOTE: Never disconnect the USB cable while “ ” is displayed on the camcorder’s LCD monitor. Copying Files to the PC (Windows®) Still image files that are stored in a memory card can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC. Playing Back Files on the PC (Windows®) 1 Perform the procedure in Still Images “Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows®)” (墌 pg. 9). Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, double-click the still image file (extension “.jpg”).
● Windows® Me Disconnecting the USB cable (Windows®) Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. 1 Confirm that “ ” is not currently displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder. ● If “ ” is currently displayed, wait until it disappears before proceeding. 2 Doubleclick the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar. The [Stop a Hardware device] dialogue box appears. 4 Click [OK].
Connections (Macintosh) Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC. PC To USB connector Camcorder To USB connector USB cable 1 To assure safety, make sure all 2 units are turned off before making any connections. Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.
Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Macintosh) 1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. 2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the camcorder’s Power 4 Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Connect the camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. (墌 pg. 12) NOTES: ● Saving the wrong kinds of files in a memory card or deleting files or folders from a memory card can cause problems with the operation of the camcorder.
Copying Files to the PC (Macintosh) Playing Back Files on the PC (Macintosh) Still image files that are stored in a memory card can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC. 1 Double-click the memory card icon on the desktop. Still Images Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, either double-click the still image file (extension “.jpg”), or drag and drop the file on the application icon. The folders in the memory card appear.
Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh) Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. 1 Drop the memory card User’s Guide/Help/Readme (Windows®) This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection. For more details of each software, refer to its user’s guide/help/Readme. 䡲 Digital Photo Navigator icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon. ● If the confirmation message appears, click [OK].
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