MasterPage: FrontCover GR-D47AG_01Cover.fm Page 1 Monday, February 7, 2005 4:46 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 – 3 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GETTING STARTED 5 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 10 ADVANCED FEATURES 14 REFERENCES 27 TERMS 39 GR-D47 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.
MasterPage: Safety_Left GR-D47AG_02Safety.fm Page 2 Thursday, January 27, 2005 8:57 PM 2 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: ● If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it down and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC Adapter under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
MasterPage: Safety_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 3 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM EN This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked “ ” can be used with this unit. Before recording an important scene… …make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . …remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. …remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D47AG.book Page 4 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 4 EN CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 5 ADVANCED FEATURES Provided Accessories ....................................................5 Power .............................................................................6 Grip Adjustment .............................................................7 Operation Mode .............................................................8 Date/Time Settings .......................................
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 5 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories or EN 5 How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: Push. Place here during shooting. a b c d e AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V15E Power Cord Battery Pack BN-V408U-B Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) Core Filter (for optional S-Video Cable. 墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 6 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 6 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter (for optional S-Video Cable) Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Power Power Switch POWER/CHARGE lamp Lock Button Stopper Battery pack mount 2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 7 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM GETTING STARTED Using The Battery Pack Perform steps 1 – 2 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. Maximum continuous recording time Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-V408U* 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 40 min. BN-V416U 2 hr. 20 min. 3 hr. 15 min. BN-V428U 4 hr. 10 min. 5 hr. 50 min.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 8 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 8 EN GETTING STARTED 3 Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. The Menu Screen Operation Mode appears. To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF (CHARGE)” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. POWER/CHARGE lamp 4 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “n”, and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears. 5 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press it.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 9 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM GETTING STARTED Brightness Adjustment Of The Display MMENU/VOL. Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. OPEN/EJECT 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (墌 pg. 10) Cassette holder cover 3 Press the MMENU/VOL. Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select “n”, and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK GR-D47AG.book Page 10 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 10 EN VIDEO RECORDING ● To turn the beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 14, 16. ● For other notes, 墌 pg. 27. Basic Recording NOTE: LCD Monitor And Viewfinder Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (墌 pg. 6) ● Loading a Cassette (墌 pg. 9) While using the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press the Monitor Opening Button and open the LCD monitor fully.
MasterPage: Video_Right GR-D47AG_05Video.fm Page 11 Thursday, January 27, 2005 8:58 PM VIDEO RECORDING EN 1 xW T 1 0 xW T 20xW T 40xW T Zoom out (W: Wide angle) 10x W T Digital zoom zone 16X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio NOTES: ● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (墌 pg. 21), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D47AG.book Page 12 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 12 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK Shuttle Search MMENU/VOL. BLANK SEARCH 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.
MasterPage: Video_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 13 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 13 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in Connections To A TV Or VCR These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. 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.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left ADVANCED FEATURES GR-D47AG.book Page 14 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 14 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, onscreen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. (墌 pg. 15 – 17) Menus without Sub Menus v WIPE/FADER (墌 pg. 19) r PROGRAM AE (墌 pg. 19) p EXPOSURE (墌 pg. 22) u W. BALANCE (墌 pg. 23) 1) Rotate the MMENU/VOL. Wheel to select the desired parameter. MMENU/VOL.
MasterPage: Advan_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 15 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT EN Recording Menus CAMERA The “m” 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 15 AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, “ ” is displayed.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 16 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 16 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM The “s” 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: Turns off sounds when performing any operations. It also deactivates the shutter sound effect, however the shutter sound is recorded onto the tape during Snapshot for Video Recording (墌 pg. 20).
MasterPage: Advan_Right GR-D47AG_07Advanced.fm Page 17 Monday, February 7, 2005 5:22 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT EN 17 SYSTEM VIDEO [ ] = Factory-preset Each setting is linked with “s”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”. (墌 pg. 14) ● The parameters are the same as in the description on page 16. SOUND MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D47AG.book Page 18 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 18 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Night Scope SNAPSHOT Power Switch 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. Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully.
MasterPage: Advan_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 19 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN SNAPSHOT MMENU/VOL. Power Switch Lock Button 19 WIPE–CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. WIPE–WINDOW: The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the centre.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 20 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 20 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow. SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights. NOTE: “SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the exposure control. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Advan_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 21 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN FOCUS 21 Manual Focus SNAPSHOT NOTE: If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed “Viewfinder Adjustment” (墌 pg. 8). MMENU/VOL. 1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Lock Button While focusing on a further subject 2 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 22 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 22 EN 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. ● When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright. 1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
MasterPage: Advan_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 23 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN Backlight Compensation Manual White Balance Adjustment Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. 1 Set the Power Switch to BACKLIGHT Button ● Using the BACKLIGHT Button may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white. ● Backlight compensations is also available when the Power Switch is set to “A”.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D47AG.book Page 24 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 24 EN EDITING To use this camcorder as a player Dubbing To A VCR 1 Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to page 13. 2 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Turn on the VCR’s power. 4 Insert the source cassette in the camcorder. 5 Insert the recording cassette in the VCR. 6 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
MasterPage: Advan_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 25 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM EDITING EN 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. 25 To use this camcorder as a player 1 Make sure all units are turned off.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG_07Advanced.fm Page 26 Monday, January 31, 2005 11:47 AM 26 EN EDITING Connection To A Personal Computer It is 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. NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg.
REFERENCES MasterPage: Ref_Heading0_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 27 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EN ● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. ● Charging time is based on room temperature of 20°C. ● Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D47AG_08Trouble.fm Page 28 Monday, February 7, 2005 5:45 PM 28 EN TROUBLESHOOTING If the problem still exists after following the steps below, 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: Ref_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 29 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM TROUBLESHOOTING EN The focus does not adjust automatically. ● Focus is set to the Manual mode. HSet Focus to the Auto mode. (墌 pg. 21) ● The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. HClean the lens and check the focus again. (墌 pg. 34) ● The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low. Other problems The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 30 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 30 EN TROUBLESHOOTING When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate. ● The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power turned on. HTurn the camcorder’s power off and on again, then operate it. The rear of the LCD monitor is hot. ● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot.
MasterPage: Ref_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 31 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM TROUBLESHOOTING EN Warning Indications E01, E02 or E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level High 31 Exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D47AG.book Page 32 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 32 EN CAUTIONS Battery Packs Cassettes 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… To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: ● During use… Terminals ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals.
MasterPage: Ref_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 33 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM CAUTIONS EN Main Unit ● 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 GR-D47AG.book Page 34 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 34 EN USER MAINTENANCE After Use Cleaning The Camcorder 1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. 3 Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. ● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically.
MasterPage: Ref_Heading0_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 35 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM SPECIFICATIONS EN For General Power supply DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.3 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.6 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Approx. 8.6 W (Maximum) Dimensions (W x H x D) 71 mm x 91 mm x 118 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Weight Approx. 500 g (without cassette and battery) Approx. 590 g (incl.
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MasterPage: Ref_Right GR-D47AG.book Page 37 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM INDEX EN 37 Controls Connectors a Menu Wheel [MMENU/VOL.] (墌 pg. 14) Q S-Video Output Connector [S-VIDEO] (墌 pg. 13, 24) R Digital Video Connector [DV] (i.Link*) (墌 pg. 25, 26) S Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] (墌 pg. 13, 24) T DC Input Connector [DC] (墌 pg. 6, 7) * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
MasterPage: Left GR-D47AG.book Page 38 Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:40 PM 38 EN INDEX LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications 1 During Video Recording I J g K LM N H 2 3 4 12 b i t / M I X L O 1h40m A B C D E F G During Video Playback 40 x W T REC Q g R S 3 BRIGHT SOUND 12 b i t 1 0 . 11 . 04 10 : 00 15:55 W P V U T a Operation Mode (墌 pg. 8) b : Night-Scope Indicator (墌 pg. 18) (Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.) : Gain Up Mode (墌 pg.
TERMS MasterPage: Ref_Right GR-D47AG_10IX.fm Page 39 Thursday, January 27, 2005 9:37 PM TERMS EN 39 A N AC Adapter ................................................................6, 7 Auto Focus ...................................................................21 Auto Shut Off .........................................................10, 28 Night-Scope ................................................................ 18 Backlight Compensation ..............................................
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