JVC GR DX106AG DX106/76AG User Manual DX106AG, DX76AG LYT1164 001A

GR-DX76AG GR-DX76AG LYT1164-001A English,

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INSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

ENLYT1164-001A

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC

DEMONSTRATION 6

GETTING STARTED 7 – 11

TAPE

RECORDING &

PLAYBACK 12 – 16

MEMORY CARD

RECORDING &

PLAYBACK 17 – 24

ADVANCED

FEATURES 25 – 44

REFERENCES 45 – 59

GR-DX106

GR-DX76

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CONTENTS

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Making A New Folder..................... 24

Initialising A Memory Card .................. 24

ADVANCED FEATURES

FOR RECORDING .................. 25 – 31

Snapshot Flash ......................... 25

Flash Brightness Adjustment ................. 25

Self-Timer (GR-DX106 only) ................ 26

5-Second Recording (GR-DX106 only) ........... 26

Night-Scope .......................... 27

Programme AE With Special Effects............. 27

Fade/Wipe Effects ...................... 28

Snapshot (For Tape Recording) ............... 29

Auto Focus ........................... 29

Manual Focus ......................... 30

Exposure Control ....................... 30

Iris Lock ............................. 31

White Balance Adjustment .................. 31

Manual White Balance Operation .............. 31

USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .. 32 – 36

For Recording Menu ................... 32 – 35

For Playback Menu ................... 35 – 36

DUBBING ....................... 37 – 38

Dubbing To Or From A VCR ................. 37

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped

With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) ......... 38

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ....... 39 – 43

Slow-Motion Playback .................... 39

Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. 39

Playback Special Effects ................... 39

Playback Zoom ........................ 39

Audio Dubbing ......................... 40

Insert Editing .......................... 40

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ......... 41 – 43

For More Accurate Editing .................. 43

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ................. 44

Connection To A Personal Computer ............ 44

REFERENCES

TROUBLESHOOTING ................ 45 – 47

CAUTIONS ...................... 48 – 50

SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 51

INDEX ........................ 52 – 57

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ......... 52 – 53

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications ......... 54 – 57

TERMS ........................ 58 – 59

Refer to the diagrams on page 52 and 54 while reading the instruction manual as all the controls,

connectors, indicators and indications are numbered on the diagrams and those corresponding

numbers are used throughout this manual unless specified.

GETTING STARTED

Power ............................. 7 – 8

Grip Adjustment ........................... 8

Viewfinder Adjustment ...................... 8

Tripod Mounting ........................... 9

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 9 – 10

Date/Time Settings........................ 10

Recording Mode Setting ..................... 10

Loading A Memory Card ..................... 11

Picture Quality/Image Size Setting .............. 11

TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK

TAPE RECORDING ................. 12 – 14

Basic Recording ..................... 12 – 13

Zooming ............................ 13

Time Code ........................... 14

TAPE PLAYBACK .................. 14 – 16

Normal Playback .................... 14 – 15

Blank Search .......................... 15

Connections .......................... 16

MEMORY CARD RECORDING & PLAYBACK

MEMORY CARD RECORDING .......... 17 – 18

Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ............... 17 – 18

MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK ........... 18 – 19

Normal Playback ....................... 18

Auto Playback ......................... 19

Index Playback ........................ 19

Viewing File Information ................... 19

Removing On-Screen Display ................ 19

ADVANCED FEATURES ............... 20 – 24

Protecting Files ........................ 20

Deleting Files .......................... 20

NAVIGATION Function ................. 21 – 22

E-Mail Clip Recording ..................... 22

Dubbing Still Images Recorded

On A Tape To A Memory Card ............... 23

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ........ 23 – 24

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES 5

HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP 5

HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER 6

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 6

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NoneNone

NOTES:

●The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution

are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

●The rating information and safety caution of the AC

Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and

precautions (墌 pgs. 3 and 4) to ensure safe use of this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

●To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user

serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified

personnel.

●When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long

period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect

the power cord from AC outlet.

CAUTION:

To avoid electric shock or

damage to the unit, first firmly

insert the small end of the power

cord into the AC Adapter until it

is no longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end

of the power cord into an AC outlet.

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.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems

must be considered and the local rules or laws

governing the disposal of these batteries must be

followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places

with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or

liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,

potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment,

fire or electric shock may be caused.)

CAUTIONS:

●This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type

colour television signals. It cannot be used for

playback with a television of a different standard.

However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder

playback are possible anywhere.

●Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs and, to

recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder

from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC

Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion

adapter may be necessary to accommodate different

designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the

malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.

Do not carry or hold the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor as this can result in dropping the

unit, or in a malfunction.

Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder,

as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not

recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

䡲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.

Before recording an important scene . . .

..... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .

..... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or .

..... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

..... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper

permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal

enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

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NOTE:

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.

S-Video/Audio/

Video/Editing Cable

Grip Belt

(Already attached

to the camcorder)

Memory Card 8 MB

(Already inserted in

the camcorder)

USB Cable

Battery Pack BN-V107U or

BN-V107U-S

AC Adapter AP-V13A or AP-V11E, AP-V13E

Lens Cap

(See below for

attachment)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

CD-ROM

Power Cord

Remote

Control Unit

RM-V717U

AAA (R03) Battery x 2

(for remote control unit)

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

NOTE:

To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

HOW TO ATTACH THE LENS CAP

123

Core Filter x 2

(for provided S-Video/Audio/

Video/Editing Cable and

AC Adapter’s cord 墌 pg. 6

for attachment)

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Editing

Extension Cable

–

132

AAA (R03)

Battery x 2

Tab Core Filter

(for provided USB

Cable 墌 pg. 6 for

attachment)

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Automatic Demonstration takes place when

“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

䡲Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for

about 3 minutes after the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ”

and no cassette is in the camcorder.

䡲Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the

demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for

more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.

䡲“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is

turned off.

䡲To cancel Automatic Demonstration:

1. Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the

Lock Button $ located on the switch and press MENU 4.

The Menu Screen appears.

2. Press + or – 5 to select “ (SYSTEM)” and press

SELECT/SET 3.

3. Press + or – 5 to select “DEMO MODE” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.

4. Press + or – 5 to select “OFF” and press SELECT/SET 3.

5. Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN”, and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The normal screen appears.

NOTE:

If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on

the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

None

RETURN

OFF

EMO MODED–

SYSTE

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Sub Menu

Attach the Core Filter(s) to the provided AC Adapter’s cord, S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable and USB cable. The

Core Filter reduces interference.

HOW TO ATTACH THE CORE FILTER

1Release the

stoppers on both

ends of the Core

Filter.

䡲When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

Stopper

3 cm

Wind

once

21) Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between

the cable plug and the Core Filter.

If using the AC Adapter’s cord or USB cable, be sure to wind the cable once

around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration. Wind the

cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable.

2) Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.

3 cm

For the AC Adapter’s cord and USB cable

For the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable

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Battery pack

BN-V107U

BN-V114U (optional)

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 3 hrs.

Power

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

1Insert the terminal end of the battery pack into the

battery pack mount y, then firmly push the end of the

battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks

into place as shown in the illustration.

2Set the Power Switch @ to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder, then connect the Power

Cord to the AC Adapter.

3Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The Power

lamp 0 on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging

has started.

4When the Power lamp 0 goes off, charging is

finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outlet.

Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack:

While sliding BATT. RELEASE W up, detach it.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.

Battery pack

BN-V107U

BN-V114U

(optional)

BN-V840U

(optional)

BN-V856U

(optional)

LCD monitor on

1 hr. 5 min.

2 hrs. 10 min.

5 hrs. 50 min.

8 hrs. 20 min.

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 25 min.

2 hrs. 55 min.

7 hrs. 50 min.

11 hrs. 10 min.

Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

USING AC POWER

Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder as shown in

the following illustration.

•The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage

selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

GETTING STARTED

Battery pack

To DC

connector

To AC outlet

Adapter

ATTENTION

Before detaching the power source, make sure that the

camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can

result in a camcorder malfunction.

INFORMATION

The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of

a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:

VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15 AC

Power Adapter/Charger

VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80 AC

Power Adapter/Charger

Read the kit's instruction manual before using.

Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC

Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or

BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply

power directly to the camcorder.

NOTES:

●If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,

remove it first.

●During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.

●Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is

used.

●When charging the battery pack for the first time or after

a long storage period, the Power lamp 0 may not light.

Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try

charging again.

●If a fully-charged battery’s operation time remains

extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please purchase

a new one.

●Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or

Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the LCD

monitor is used repeatedly.

●Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare

enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned

shooting time.

Continued on next page.

Approximate recording time

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Grip Adjustment

1Separate the Velcro strip.

2Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

3Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to

easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button ! and

Power Switch @ and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE

SEARCH) Ring #. Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to

your preference.

Viewfinder Adjustment

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch.

2Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for

best viewability.

3Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control o until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

●Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally,

it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in

well-ventilated areas.

●The following operation stops charging:

•Set the Power Switch @ to “ ”, “ ” or “ ”.

•Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

•Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet.

•Detach the battery from the camcorder.

●

This camcorder will be automatically turned off if its power

is supplied from the AC adapter and about 5 minutes pass

since it has entered into the recording standby mode with

a cassette inserted. If, under those conditions, the battery

is attached to the camcorder, its charging will start.

●Using the optional AA-V100 AC Power Adapter/Charger,

you can charge the BN-V107U/V114U battery pack

without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an

AC adapter.

●To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC

Adapter near a radio.

●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 varies according to the ambient

temperature and the status of the battery pack.

About Batteries

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.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large

power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold

temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes

shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens,

place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm,

protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the

camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not

cold, it should not affect performance.

(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery

pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

GETTING STARTED

PAUSE

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Tripod Mounting

CAUTION

When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its

legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use

small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit

by falling over.

1To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align the screw

to the mounting socket p on the camcorder. Then

tighten the screw clockwise. Some tripods are not

equipped with studs.

GETTING STARTED

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject

a cassette.

1Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT E in the direction of

the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until

it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

•Do not touch internal components.

2Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to

close the cassette holder.

•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes

automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before

closing the cassette holder cover.

•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be able

to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force.

Replace the battery with a fully charged one before

continuing.

3Close 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.

Cassette holder

cover

Make sure the window

side is facing out.

Tape Recording mode

SP LP

30 min. 30 min. 45 min.

60 min. 60 min. 90 min.

80 min. 80 min. 120 min.

Approximate recording time

Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH HERE” to

close the cassette holder; touching other parts may cause your

finger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or

product damage.

NOTES:

●The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power

supply is attached.

Continued on next page.

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●It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do

not apply force.

●There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder

cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.

●If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does

not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If

the cassette holder still does not open, turn the

camcorder off then on again.

●If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette

holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes

later, insert it again.

●When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold

place to a warm environment, wait a short time before

opening the cassette holder cover.

●Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automati-

cally. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the

cassette holder cover.

●Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette

holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.

●Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can

be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed

with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not

recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before

loading or unloading.

●When resuming recording, once you open the cassette

holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the tape

or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded

over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out

or not. See page 14 for information about recording from

the middle of a tape.

Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but

its display can be turned on or off during playback

(墌 pg. 34).

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, and

open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder

fully. The Power lamp 0 lights and the camcorder is

turned on.

2Press MENU 4 to access the Menu Screen.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (CAMERA DISPLAY)”

and press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “CLOCK ADJ.”. Press

SELECT/SET 3 and “day” is highlighted. Press + or –

5 to input the day. Press SELECT/SET 3. Repeat to

input the month, year, hour and minute.

Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN”, and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.

NOTES:

●Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not

highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to

operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/

time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish

setting the minute and press SELECT/SET 3, the date

and time begin operation from the date and time you just

set.

●墌 pg. 49, “Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery”.

GETTING STARTED

Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your

preference.

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, and

open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder

fully. The Power lamp 0 lights and the camcorder is

turned on.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (CAMERA)” and press

SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “REC MODE” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP”

or “LP” by pressing + or – 5 and press SELECT/SET

3. Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN”, and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•Audio Dubbing and Insert Editing (墌 pg. 40) are

possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

●If the recording mode is switched during recording, the

playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

●It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on

this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.

●During playback of a tape recorded on another

camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be

momentary pauses in the sound.

RETURN

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Loading A Memory Card

The provided memory card is already inserted in the

camcorder when you receive the camcorder.

1Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

2Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD) 8.

3Insert the memory card clipped edge first.

•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the

label.

4Close the card cover 8.

To Unload A Memory Card:

In step 3 push the memory card, which then comes out

of the camcorder automatically. Pull it out and close the

card cover 8.

Picture Quality/Image Size Setting

The Picture Quality/Image Size can be selected to best

match your needs. Refer to the chart on page 18 for

your selection.

1Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “MEMORY”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. The

Power lamp 0 lights and the camcorder turns on.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (DSC)” and press

SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “QUALITY” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or –

5 to select the desired mode and press SELECT/SET

5Press + or – 5 to select “IMAGE SIZE” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or –

5 to select the desired mode and press SELECT/SET

6Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN”, and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.

GETTING STARTED

Memory card

Clipped edge

Label

NOTES:

●Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “ ”

or MultiMediaCards marked “ ”.

●Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with

this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card ,

consult its manufacturer or dealer.

●Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to

FORMAT the card. 墌 pg. 24.

ATTENTION

Do not insert/remove the memory card while the

camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory

card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to

become unable to recognize whether or not the card is

installed.

Display

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1h30m

1h29m

0h03m

1h30m

0h02m

0h01m

0h00m

During shooting

Basic Recording

Perform the procedures listed below before continuing.

●Power (墌 pg. 7)

●Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 8)

●Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 8)

●Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 9)

●Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 10)

1Remove the lens cap.

Pull on bottom end Q of LCD monitor to open and set

the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”.

2Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Open the

LCD monitor fully.

Shooting while using the viewfinder: Pull out the

viewfinder fully.

•The Power lamp 0 lights and the camcorder enters

the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” 8 is displayed.

•The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD

monitor and the viewfinder. See “PRIORITY” in the

SYSTEM Menu (墌 pg. 34).

3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button !. “ ”

4, 8 appears and the tally lamp ^ lights while

recording is in progress.

•To Stop Recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button !. The camcorder re-enters the Record-

Standby mode.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

..... press MONITOR BRIGHT + or – 5 until the bright

level indicator o on the display moves and the

appropriate brightness is reached.

•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the

viewfinder. Pull out the viewfinder, set “PRIORITY” in

the SYSTEM Menu to “FINDER” (墌 pg. 34) and

adjust as described above.

TAPE RECORDING

NOTES:

●If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the

camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the

camcorder on again, push back and pull out the

viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.

●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. 14).

●To turn the tally lamp ^ or beep sounds off,

墌 pg. 34.

●When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct

sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this

happens, use the viewfinder instead.

●Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)

may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder (墌 pg. 47).

●When the Recording Start/Stop button ! is pressed, it

may take a few seconds before actual recording starts.

“” 4 starts rotating when the camcorder actually

starts recording.

●The time required to calculate and display the remaining

tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary

according to the type of tape used.

●“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and

the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for

5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at

its end is loaded.

Tape remaining time

indicator (Approximate)

Display

(Now calculating)

(Blinking)

TAPE RECORDING

Power Switch Position

Allows you to set various recording functions using the

Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full

Auto recording, try this mode.

(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual

adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

•Allows you to access data stored on the memory card

or to transfer still/moving images stored on the

memory card to a computer.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position

VIDEO:

• Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape.

If “REC SELECT” is set to “ /” in the DSC

Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the

memory card as well.

•Zoom magnification over 10X (GR-DX106) or 16X

(GR-DX76) is available (墌 pg. 13, 32).

MEMORY:

Allows you to record on a memory card or access data

stored on a memory card.

Journalistic Shooting

In some situations, different shooting angles may

provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in

the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the

most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90°

downward, 180° upward).

Self-Recording

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in

the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it

upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the

lens toward yourself and start recording.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to

your preference using the Power Switch @ and VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch t.

Zooming

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous

change in image magnification.

Zoom In

Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring #

clockwise.

Zoom Out

Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring #

counterclockwise.

䡲The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring # the

quicker the zoom action.

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. 30), then zoom

in or out in Record mode.

●Zooming is possible to a maximum of 800X, or it can be

switched to 10X (GR-DX106) or 16X (GR-DX76)

magnification using the optical zoom (墌 pg. 32).

●Zoom magnification of over 10X (GR-DX106) or 16X

(GR-DX76) is done through Digital image processing,

and is therefore called Digital Zoom.

●During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer.

●Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch t is set to “MEMORY” (墌 “VIDEO/MEMORY

Switch Position”).

●Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject)

is possible when the Power Zoom Ring # is turned all

the way clockwise. Also see “TELE MACRO” in the Menu

Screen on page 33.

Power-Linked Operation

When the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ”, you can

also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD

monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.

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TAPE RECORDING

Time Code

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.

If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code

begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).

If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded

scene, the time code continues from the last time code

number.

To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌 pg. 41 – 43),

time code is necessary. If during recording a blank

portion is left partway through the tape, the time code

is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time

code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This

means the camcorder may record the same time codes

as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To

prevent this, perform “RECORDING FROM THE

MIDDLE OF A TAPE” in the following cases;

•When shooting again after playing back a recorded

tape.

•When power shuts off during shooting.

•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during

shooting.

•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

•When shooting on a blank portion located partway

through the tape.

•When shooting again after shooting a scene then

opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

RECORDING FROM THE MIDDLE OF A TAPE

1Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 15) to

find the spot at which you want to start recording, then

engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 14, “Normal

Playback”).

2Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch, then start 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. 35).

Frames

(25 frames = 1 second)

Seconds

Minutes

Frames are not displayed

during recording.

Normal Playback

1Load a tape (墌 pg. 9).

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. To start

playback, press

/6 !.

•To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press

/6 !.

•To stop playback, press 5 7.

•Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring #

counterclockwise (

) and release to rewind, or

clockwise (

) and release to fast-forward the tape

during Stop mode.

•High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is

possible by turning the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring #

counterclockwise (

) or clockwise (

) during

playback (holding the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring #

continues search until released).

•Press the Zoom Button T Y on the remote control to

zoom in (up to 50X*/80X**), or W T to zoom out. You

can also magnify a particular part of an image

(墌 pg. 39).

*GR-DX76 only

**GR-DX106 only

•At any time, pressing

/6 ! resumes normal

playback.

Slow-Motion Playback/Playback Special Effects/

Playback Zoom:

Available only with the remote control (墌 pg. 39)

To Control The Speaker Volume:

..... press VOL. + e to turn up the volume, or – w to

turn down the volume.

ATTENTION

During Shuttle Search, parts

of the picture may not be

clearly visible, particularly on

the left side of the screen.

TAPE PLAYBACK

Display

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TAPE PLAYBACK

Blank Search

Helps you find where you should start recording in the

middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption

(墌 pg. 14).

1Load a tape (墌 pg. 9).

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch.

3Press BLANK SEARCH r.

•“BLANK SEARCH” U appears and the camcorder

automatically starts reverse or forward shuttle search,

then stops at the spot which is about

3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the

detected blank portion.

To cancel Blank Search midway . . .

..... press 5 7.

NOTES:

●In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the

camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the

current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder

searches in the forward direction.

●Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared

with the tape.

●If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during

Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.

●A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape

may not be detected.

●The detected blank portion may be located between

recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure

there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.

NOTES:

●If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is

supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off

automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch @

to “OFF”, then to “ ”.

●The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,

viewfinder or on a connected TV (墌 pg. 16).

●You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the

camera body.

●LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

When power is supplied from a battery: the “ ” battery

pack remaining power indicator is displayed.

When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “ ” does

not appear.

●When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the

sound is not heard from the speaker.

●If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes,

the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.

●When

/6 ! is pressed to engage still playback, the

image may not pause immediately while the camcorder

stabilises the still image.

Speaker

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To S/AV &

S-Video/Audio/

Video/Editing cable

(provided)

Connector

cover*

*When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The audio connection is not required for watching still

images only.

*** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used.

VCR

TAPE PLAYBACK

Connections

1Make sure all units are turned off.

2Connect 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.

3Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to

your VCR’s instruction manual.

4Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

5Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV

to its VIDEO mode.

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 34, 36).

Or, press DISPLAY U on the remote control to

turn on/off the date indication.

•Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 35, 36).

•Indications other than date/time and time code

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”, “LCD/TV” or “OFF” in

the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 34, 36).

NOTES:

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack (墌 pg. 7).

●To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder

without inserting a tape or memory card, set the

camcorder’s Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ”, then set

your TV to the appropriate input mode.

●Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its

minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the

camcorder is turned on.

●If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially

shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as

interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.

●If no image is displayed or no sound is heard from the TV,

set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35).

●While the S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing cable is connected

to the S/AV connector &, sound cannot be heard from

the speaker.

Not

connected

To TV or VCR

To S-Video IN

Yellow to VIDEO IN***

Red to AUDIO R IN**

White to AUDIO L IN**

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MEMORY CARD RECORDING

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)

You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera for

taking snapshots.

Perform the procedures listed below before continuing.

●Power (墌 pg. 7)

●Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 8)

●Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 8)

●Loading A Memory Card (墌 pg. 11)

●Picture Quality/Image Size Setting (墌 pg. 11)

1Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “MEMORY”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the

viewfinder fully.

2Press SNAPSHOT 9. “PHOTO” Q appears while

the snapshot is being taken.

The image is recorded on the memory card.

•Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with

no frame.

To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .

..... when unwanted still images are stored in the

memory card or its memory is full, refer to

“Deleting Files” (墌 pg. 20) and delete unwanted

still images.

To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .

..... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound,

set “BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 34). The sound is no longer heard from the

speaker.

NOTES:

●Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (墌 pg. 33), the Stabiliser will

be disabled.

●If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” Q blinks

when SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed.

●If Programme AE with special effects (墌 pg. 27) is

engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a

case, the icon blinks.

●If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when

the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ” and power is

supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off

automatically to save power. To perform shooting again,

close the LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the

viewfinder, push back it in and pull it out again.

●The Motor Drive mode (墌 pg. 29) is disabled when the

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “MEMORY”.

●When a cable is connected to the S/AV connector &, the

shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is

recorded onto the tape.

●Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rule for

Camera File system). They do not have any compatibility

with devices which are not compliant to DCF.

Display

Shooting icon 墌 pg. 54, 55

Image Size 墌 pg. 11

Remaining number of shots

墌 pg. 54, 55

(Approximate Number of

Storable Images 墌 pg. 18)

Picture Quality 墌 pg. 11

Card icon 墌 pg. 54, 55

To Protect Valuable Files (available only for SD

Memory Card) . . .

..... slide the write/erase protection tab on the side

of the memory card in the direction of “LOCK”.

This prevents the memory card from being

recorded over. To record on this memory card,

slide the tab back to the position opposite to

“LOCK” before loading it.

Write/erase

protection tab

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Normal Playback

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11).

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to

“MEMORY”, then set the Power Switch @ to “ ”

while pressing down the Lock Button $.

•A stored file is displayed.

3Select the type of file as necessary (IMAGE or

E-MAIL CLIP):

Press SELECT/SET 3. Press + or – 5 to select the

type of file, then press SELECT/SET 3 again.

4IMAGE: Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring #

clockwise (

) to display the next image, or

counterclockwise (

) to display the previous image.

E-MAIL CLIP: Press

/6 ! to view video clips. To

stop video clip playback, press 5 7.

To Magnify The Stored Images

Press the Zoom Button T Y on the remote control to

zoom in (up to 50X*/80X**), or W T to zoom out. You

can also magnify a particular part of an image

(墌 pg. 39).

•By pressing

/6 !, INDEX 1, INFO 6 or turning

the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring

# magnifica-

tion is cancelled.

*GR-DX76 only.

** GR-DX106 only.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

See “To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display” on

page 12.

NOTES:

●Pressing INFO 6 gives you details on the displayed file

(墌 pg. 19, “Viewing File Information”).

●You can also overview several files at a time

(墌 pg. 19, “Index Playback”).

●You can turn off the on-screen playback display

(墌 pg. 19, “Removing On-Screen Display”).

●Images shot in a file size that is not compatible with this

camcorder will be displayed as reduced-size thumbnail

images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to

a PC.

●Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX70) that

are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this

camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!”will be displayed.

Approximate Number of Storable Images

** SD Memory Card (8 MB) [ provided with GR-DX106.

MultiMediaCard (8 MB) [ provided with GR-DX76.

*** Optional

NOTE:

The number of storable images depends on the selected

picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in

the images and the type of memory card being used.

MEMORY CARD PLAYBACKMEMORY CARD RECORDING

10 0 - 0 01 1100- 001110 0 - 0 01 0100- 0010

To display the

next image

Display

[For Auto Playback: IMAGE]

To display the

previous image

[For Normal Playback: IMAGE]

:SD Memory Card

:MultiMediaCard

1024 x 768/

FINE

1024 x 768/

STANDARD

640 x 480/

FINE

640 x 480/

STANDARD

Memory Card

64MB***

190

605

405

1215

Image Size/

Picture

Quality 32MB***

100

310

320

205

215

625

645

16MB***

145

160

105

295

320

8MB**

160

190

<GR-DX76>

<GR-DX106>

1600 x 1200/

FINE

1600 x 1200/

STANDARD

1280 x 960/

FINE

1280 x 960/

STANDARD

1024 x 768/

FINE

1024 x 768/

STANDARD

640 x 480/

FINE

640 x 480/

STANDARD

Memory Card

64MB***

275

125

425

200

640

425

1285

Image Size/

Picture

Quality 32MB***

130

135

205

215

100

310

320

205

215

625

645

16MB***

105

145

160

105

295

320

8MB**

160

190

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4 5 6

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MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK

Auto Playback

You can run through all the images stored on memory

automatically.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”.

Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed (墌 pg. 18).

2Press

/6 !.

•If you turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring #

counterclockwise (

) during Auto Playback, images

are displayed in descending order.

•If you turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise

(

) during Auto Playback, images are displayed in

ascending order.

3To end Auto Playback, press 5 7.

NOTE:

Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a

low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image,

because new images are automatically stored after the

last-recorded one.

Index Playback

You can view several different files stored on the

memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes

it easy to locate a particular file you want.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”

(墌 pg. 18).

2Press INDEX 1. The Index Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to move the frame to the desired file.

•Turning the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise

(

) displays the next page and counterclockwise

(

) displays the previous page.

• Pressing INFO 6 gives you details on the currently

selected file (墌 “Viewing File Information”).

4Press SELECT/SET 3. The selected file is

displayed.

Index

Screen

Viewing File Information

You can get the relevant file information by pressing the

INFO button 6 during normal playback or Index

playback.

FOLDER : Folder name (墌 pg. 24)

FILE : File name (墌 pg. 24)

DATE : Date the file was made

SIZE : Image size (墌 pg. 11)

QUALITY :

Picture quality (IMAGE files only

墌

pg. 11)

TIME : Playback time

(E-MAIL CLIP files only

墌

pg. 22)

PROTECT : When set to ON, the file is protected from

accidental erasure (墌 pg. 20).

• Press INFO 6 again to close the Info Screen.

NOTE:

With images shot with another device or processed on a

PC, “QUALITY: – – –” will be displayed.

Battery indicator

Operation

mode indicator

Playback Screen

Removing On-Screen Display

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”.

Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed (墌 pg. 18).

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “DISPLAY”, then press SELECT/SET

3Press + or – 5 to select “OFF”, then press

SELECT/SET 3. The operation mode indicator, folder/

file number indicator and battery indicator ( )

disappear.

•To display the indicators again, select “ON” in step 3.

Info Screen: IMAGE

10 0 - 0 01 0100- 0010

Selected image

Index number

Folder and file

number indicator

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PROTECT

DELETE

DPOF

NO . RES E T

FORMAT

Protecting Files

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure

of files.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”

(墌 pg. 18).

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “PROTECT”, then press SELECT/SET

3Press + or – 5 to select the desired mode.

CURRENT : Protects the currently displayed file.

PROT.ALL : Protects all files stored on the memory

card.

4Press SELECT/SET 3. The PROTECT Screen

appears.

•If you selected “CURRENT” in step 3, turn the

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise (

)

or clockwise (

) to select the desired file.

5Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE” and press

SELECT/SET 3.

•To cancelprotection, select “RETURN”.

NOTES:

●If the “ ” mark appears, the currently displayed file is

protected.

●When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even

protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose

important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.

TO REMOVE PROTECTION

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 and 2

above.

3Press + or – 5 to select the desired mode.

CURRENT : Removes protection from the currently

displayed file.

CANC.ALL : Removes protection from all files stored

on the memory card.

4Press SELECT/SET 3. The PROTECT Screen

appears.

•If you selected “CURRENT”, turn the SHUTTLE

SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise (

) or clockwise

(

) to select the desired file.

5Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE” and press

SELECT/SET 3.

•To cancelselection, select “RETURN”.

ADVANCED FEATURES

Deleting Files

Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a

time or all at once.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”

(墌 pg. 18).

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “DELETE”, then press SELECT/SET

3Press + or – 5 to select the desired mode.

CURRENT : Deletes the currently displayed file.

ALL : Deletes all files stored on the memory

card.

4Press SELECT/SET 3. The DELETE Screen

appears.

•If you selected “CURRENT” in step 3, turn the

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # counterclockwise (

)

or clockwise (

) to select the desired file.

5Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE” and press

SELECT/SET 3.

•If the “ ” mark appears, the selected file is

protected and cannot be deleted (墌 “Protecting

Files”).

•To canceldeletion, select “RETURN”.

NOTES:

●Protected files (墌 “Protecting Files”) cannot be deleted

with the above operation. To delete them, remove

protection first.

●Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check

files before deleting.

CAUTION

Do not remove the memory card or perform any other

operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during

deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter,

as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery

becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory

card becomes corrupted, initialise it. (墌 pg. 24)

Display

Menu Screen:

IMAGE

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ADVANCED FEATURES

NAVIGATION Function

The NAVIGATION Function helps you check tape

contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card.

TO MAKE THUMBNAIL IMAGES

DURING TAPE RECORDING

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11) and cassette

(墌 pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to

“VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “ (CAMERA)” and press SELECT/

SET 3.

3Press + or – 5 to select “NAVIGATION” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Select the

desired mode by pressing + or – 5.

MANUAL: The camcorder makes a thumbnail image

only when NAVI STORE 2 is pressed after a recording

is finished (factory preset).

Modes other than “MANUAL”: “ ” 1 is displayed

and the camcorder always makes a thumbnail image

when the recording time is over the selected period of

time.

Press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.

5Press the Recording Start/Stop Button !to start

tape recording.

6Press the Recording Start/Stop Button !to stop

tape recording.

If “MANUAL” is selected in step 3, press NAVI STORE

•“ ” 5 appears and the image of the point where

recording is started is stored on the memory card as a

thumbnail image.

NOTE:

The remaining number of storable thumbnail images also

appears on the screen when it reaches 10 or less. If “REC

SELECT” is set to “ /” in the Menu Screen,

the number shows how many 640 x 480 pixel images can

be stored.

TO FIND SCENES ON TAPE USING THUMBNAIL

IMAGES (NAVIGATION SEARCH)

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11) and cassette

(墌 pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to

“VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $.

2Press NAVI 1. The loaded tape’s NAVIGATION

thumbnail image screen appears.

•Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise (

)

to display the next page, or counterclockwise (

) to

display the previous page.

3Press + or – 5 to select desired image and press

SELECT/SET 3.

•“NAVIGATION SEARCH” appears blinking and the

camcorder starts searching the tape for the relevant

point of the selected thumbnail image.

To cancel NAVIGATION Search midway . . .

..... press

/6 ! or 5 7, or turn the SHUTTLE

SEARCH Ring #.

TO ADD THUMBNAIL IMAGES DURING TAPE

PLAYBACK

1Perform step 1 of “TO FIND SCENES ON TAPE

USING THUMBNAIL IMAGES (NAVIGATION

SEARCH)”.

2Press

/6 !to start tape playback.

3Press NAVI STORE 2 at the desired point.

•“ ” 5 appears and the image of the point where

NAVI STORE 2 is pressed is stored on the memory

card as a thumbnail image.

TO DELETE THUMBNAIL IMAGES

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11). Set the VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”, then set the Power

Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the Lock

Button $.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “ (VIDEO)” and press SELECT/

SET 3. Press + or – 5 to select “NAVI.DEL.” and

press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.

3By pressing + or – 5 . . .

..... select “IMAGE SEL.” to delete the currently

displayed thumbnail image.

..... select “TAPE SEL.” to delete all thumbnail images

for the tape which contains the currently displayed

image.

..... select “ALL.” to delete all thumbnail images stored

on the memory card at once.

Then, press SELECT/SET 3. The NAVIGATION

screen appears.

4Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE”, then press

SELECT/SET 3.

•To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”. Turn the

SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring # clockwise (

) to

display the next image, or counterclockwise (

) to

display the previous image.

•Thumbnail images cannot be deleted during tape

playback.

NOTE:

Once images are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check

images before deleting.

Continued on next page.

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ADVANCED FEATURES

E-Mail Clip Recording

You can make video clips from real-time camera image

or recorded video footage and store them in a memory

card as files which can be conveniently sent via e-mail.

TO MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM REAL-TIME

CAMERA IMAGE

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11). Set the VIDEO/

MEMORY Switch t to “MEMORY”, then set the Power

Switch @ to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock

button $ located on the switch.

2Press E-MAIL 6. “E-CLIP” appears and the

camcorder enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby

mode.

3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! to start

E-Mail Clip Recording.

4Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! to stop

E-Mail Clip Recording. “COMPLETED” is displayed,

then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-

Standby mode.

5Press E-MAIL 6 to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The

normal screen reappears.

To view video clips stored on a memory card . . .

..... 墌 pg. 18.

NOTES:

●Video clips are stored in 160 x 120-pixel format.

●Playback operation cannot be performed during E-Mail

Clip Recording.

●If the end of the tape is reached in step 3, the E-Mail

Clip Record-Standby mode will be automatically

cancelled.

●The video clip files made with this camcorder are

MPEG4 compliant, however, some MPEG4 files made

with other devices may not be played back with this

camcorder.

●240 x 176 size video clip files made with other devices

or video clip files that are longer than 3 minutes cannot

be played back with this camcorder. “UNSUPPORTED

FILE!” is displayed.

●You can delete unwanted video clips (墌 pg. 20,

“Deleting Files”) or protect important ones from

accidental erasure (墌 pg. 20, “Protecting Files”).

●Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the

LCD monitor or viewfinder, however, this noise is not

present in the actual video clips stored on the memory

card.

●You can also view video clips on your PC by using

Windows® Media Player. Refer to the instructions of the

PC and software.

TO MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM RECORDED

VIDEO FOOTAGE

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11) and cassette

(墌 pg. 9). Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to

“VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch @ to “ ”

while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch.

2Press

/6 ! to start tape playback.

3Press E-MAIL 6. “E-CLIP” appears and the

camcorder enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby

mode.

4Press SNAPSHOT 9 to start E-Mail Clip Recording.

5Press SNAPSHOT 9 to stop E-Mail Clip Recording.

“COMPLETED” is displayed, then the camcorder re-

enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode.

6Press E-MAIL 6 to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The

normal screen reappears.

To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording . . .

..... after step 3, press E-MAIL 6 again or press 5 7

to stop tape playback.

To view video clips stored on a memory card . . .

..... 墌 pg. 18.

CAUTION

Do not remove the memory card or perform any other

operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during

deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter,

as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery

becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory

card becomes corrupted, initialise it. (墌 pg. 24)

IMPORTANT

•Be sure to always use the same tape and memory

card together as they were during recording;

otherwise, the camcorder cannot recognize Tape and

Memory Card IDs to perform NAVIGATION function

properly.

•Check if an appropriate tape and memory card are

loaded when the following messages appear: “NO ID

ON TAPE OR CARD”, “UNABLE TO USE NAVIGA-

TION”, “THIS MEMORY CARD IS NOT COMPAT-

IBLE”.

•If you change the memory card while shooting on one

tape, two memory cards will share the tape’s

thumbnail images. We recommend that you use one

memory card for one tape.

•NAVIGATION Search does not work if the current

position is at a blank portion on the tape. Also, do not

leave a blank portion partway through the tape when

shooting; otherwise, NAVIGATION function does not

work properly.

•Before shooting newly over a recorded tape, be sure

to delete all thumbnail images of the previous

recording from the relevant memory card.

•If you copy thumbnail images from one memory card

to another via a PC, NAVIGATION Search does not

work with the copied memory card.

MultiMediaCard (8MB) 8 min.

Approximate recording time

<GR-DX76>

<GR-DX106>

•Approximate maximum recording time per video clip is

3 minutes.

SD Memory Card (8MB) 7 min.

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Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A

Tape To A Memory Card

Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory

card.

1Load a memory card (墌 pg. 11) and cassette

(墌 pg. 9).

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $.

3Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “ VIDEO” and press SELECT/SET

4Press + or – 5 to select “ COPY” and

press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Press

+ or – 5 to select “ON” and press SELECT/SET 3.

Selection is complete.

5Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The normal playback screen

reappears.

6To select a video image to be dubbed, start

playback by pressing

/6 !. At the moment you find

the image you wish to dub, press it again to engage

Still Playback.

7To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT 9. The

selected image is stored on the memory card.

•“ ” blinks during dubbing.

NOTES:

●If SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed in step 7 when a memory

card is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is

displayed.

●To change the Snapshot mode for dubbing, 墌 pg. 29.

●If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode

(墌 pg. 33) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE mode

identifying signal is not dubbed with it.

●To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you

wish to dub, perform up to step 7 using the remote control

(墌 pg. 39).

●Images are dubbed in 640 x 480 pixels.

Setting Print Information

(DPOF Setting)

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital

Print Order Format) standard in order to support future

systems such as automatic printing, which records

information about the still images you wish to print

(such as the number of prints to make). There are 2

print information settings available: “TO PRINT ALL

STILL IMAGES (ONE PRINT FOR EACH)” explained

below and “TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES

AND NO. OF PRINTS”.

TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES

(ONE PRINT FOR EACH)

1Set the VIDEO/MEMORY switch t to “MEMORY”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ”, while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch.

•Make sure an IMAGE file is displayed (墌 pg. 18,

“Normal Playback”).

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “DPOF” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.

4Press + or – 5 to select “ALL 1” and press

SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete. The DPOF

Screen appears.

5Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The normal playback screen

appears.

•To cancel selection, press + or – 5 to select

“RETURN” and press SELECT/SET 3.

To Reset The Setting . . .

..... select “RESET” in step 4. The setting is reset to 0

for all still images.

TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND

NO. OF PRINTS

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “TO PRINT ALL STILL

IMAGES (ONE PRINT FOR EACH)”.

2Press + or – 5 to select “CURRENT” and press

SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete. The DPOF

Screen appears.

3Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring #

counterclockwise (

) or clockwise (

) so that the

image you wish to print appears.

4Press + or – 5 to move the highlight bar to the

SHEETS number indication and press SELECT/SET

Continued on next page.

Display

Menu Screen

ADVANCED FEATURES

–

IVDE

COPY OFF

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Initialising A Memory Card

You can initialise a memory card anytime.

After initialising, all files and data stored on the

memory card, including those which have been

protected, are cleared.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”

(墌 pg. 18).

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “FORMAT” and press SELECT/SET

3. The FORMAT Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE” and press

SELECT/SET 3. The memory card is initialised. When

initialisation is finished, “NO IMAGES STORED” or “NO

E-MAIL CLIP STORED” appears.

•To cancel initialisation, press + or – 5 to select

“RETURN” and press SELECT/SET 3.

CAUTION

Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off

the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use

the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be

corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during

initialisation. If the memory card becomes corrupted

initialise it.

Folder and File names

Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made

using a number which is larger by one than the

largest number of the file names which are in use.

Even if you delete an image or video clip file with a

number in the middle of range, the number will not

be used for a new shot; a gap will remain in the

numerical sequence. If the file name reaches

DVC09999, a new folder (such as “101JVCGR”) will

be made and the file name will start again from

DVC00001.

ADVANCED FEATURES

3Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE”, then press

SELECT/SET 3. The new folder (such as

“101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name of the

next shot starts from DVC00001.

5Select the number of prints by pressing + or – 5

and press SELECT/SET 3.

Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of

prints.

•The number of prints can be set up to 15.

•To correct the number of prints, select the image

again and change the number.

6Press + or – 5 to select “RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete. “SAVE?”

appears.

•If you did not change any settings in step 3 through 5,

the Menu Screen reappears.

7Press + or – 5 to select “EXECUTE”, then press

SELECT/SET 3 to save the setting you have just

made.

•To cancel selection, press + or – 5 to select

“CANCEL” and press SELECT/SET 3.

To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .

..... select “RESET” in step 4 of “TO PRINT ALL STILL

IMAGES (ONE PRINT FOR EACH)” on pg. 23. The

number of prints is reset to 0 for all still images.

CAUTION

While performing the above, never disconnect power,

as this may cause the memory to be corrupted. For

safety, all buttons including the Power Switch @ are

disabled in step 6.

NOTES:

●“BATTERY LOW” appears if the battery remaining power

is too low.

●If you load a memory card already set as shown above in

a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of the

selected still images automatically.

●To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a

memory card (墌 pg. 23).

Making A New Folder

New files you are going to store can be separated from

previously stored files by resetting the file name to

DVC00001; these new files will be stored in a new

folder.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”

(墌 pg. 18).

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears. Press +

or – 5 to select “NO. RESET”, then press SELECT/

SET 3. The NO. RESET Screen appears.

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FOR RECORDING

Flash Brightness Adjustment

When a snapshot (墌 pg. 17, 29) is taken in the dark the

camcorder fires the flash (墌 “Snapshot Flash”) and

adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust

the flash brightness manually. When you find that the

snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it

manually.

1Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Snapshot Flash”.

2Press + or – 5 to select “FLASH ADJ.”, and press

SELECT/SET 3. The parameter appears.

3To intensify the flash, press + 5. To weaken the

flash, press – 5.

Adjustment range: –3 to +3.

4Press SELECT/SET 3. Press + or – 5 to select

“ RETURN” and press SELECT/SET 3 twice to

close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

When you change the subject you are shooting or the

shooting location, set it back to ±0 as described in step 3

and take a snapshot to check the flash brightness. After

doing this adjust to your desired brightness.

Snapshot Flash

The flash can be used when a snapshot is taken in

Record-Standby (墌 pg. 17, 29).

•In Full Auto mode, the flash automatically fires if it is

dark ( T appears).

•In Manual mode, you can select the “FLASH” setting

as follows:

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (MANUAL)”, and press

SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “FLASH”, and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.

5Press + or – 5 to select the desired mode.

AUTO: Fires automatically if it is dark

( T appears).

AUTO : Fires automatically if it is dark

( T appears) and reduces the Red-Eye

effect in the subject’s eyes.

ON : Always fires.

OFF : Will not fire.

Press SELECT/SET 3.

6Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN”. Press

SELECT/SET 3 twice to close the Menu Screen.

If “AUTO ” Is Selected . . .

..... the Red-Eye reduction indicator w lights. Press

SNAPSHOT 9. The flash fires twice. The first flash

is for reduction of the human eye’s red reflection and

the second flash is for the actual recording.

NOTES:

●Do not fire the flash at a person at short range.

●The flash does not fire when the flash is set to “OFF” in

the Menu Screen, and also when the battery remaining

power is low.

●For GR-DX76 owners; the flash does not fire when it is

set to “AUTO” in the Menu Screen with GAIN UP set to

“OFF” (墌 pg. 33) and with Programme AE with special

effects set to “TWILIGHT” (墌 pg. 27).

●When taking several snapshots in succession (Motor

Drive Mode), the flash fires only during the first one.

●Although images shot with a flash tend to look whiter than

they actually are, to compensate for this the camcorder

automatically darkens the picture when using the flash.

When shooting a subject at a distance where the flash light

cannot reach (over approx. 2 m), set the flash to “OFF” to

prevent the picture from becoming too dark or becoming

too tinted.

●The colour tone changes depending on the background

lighting conditions, such as under fluorescent or halogen

lamps.

●To change the brightness of the flash, 墌 “Flash

Brightness Adjustment”.

●While charging the flash, T blinks and the flash will

not fire. Although noise may appear, this is not a

malfunction and is not recorded. It can take up to 10

seconds to charge the flash.

3 $

4 5 @

Flash

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Self-Timer (GR-DX106 only)

Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can

become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding

the final touch to a memorable picture.

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Pull out

the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180° so that it

faces forward and view yourself while self-recording

with the viewfinder pushed back.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (MANUAL)”, and press

SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “SELF-TIMER”, and press

SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or –

5 to select “ON ”, and press SELECT/SET 3.

Selection is complete. Press + or – 5 to select

“ RETURN”, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice to

close the Menu Screen.

When the Recording Start/Stop

Button ! or SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed,

the tally lamp ^ changes as shown:

5-Second Recording

(GR-DX106 only)

Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second

clips to keep the action moving. This function is

available only for tape recording.

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (MANUAL)”, and press

SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “5S”, and press SELECT/

SET 3. The Sub Menu appears.

5Press + or – 5 to select “5S”, and press SELECT/

SET 3. Selection is complete. Press + or – 5 to select

“ RETURN”, and press SELECT/SET 3 twice to

close the Menu Screen.

• “5S” 0 appears.

6Press the Recording Start/Stop Button !. The tally

lamp ^ lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of

recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters

Record-Standby mode.

•Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button !

again within 5 seconds after recording starts, Record-

Standby mode is not engaged.

7To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 5.

To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording

Mode . . .

..... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop

Button ! in step 6, select the desired Snapshot

mode in the Menu Screen, then press SNAPSHOT

9. The camcorder records a 5-second still

(墌 pg. 29). When “5S” is set to “Anim.” (墌 pg. 33)

this function is not available.

NOTE:

When “5S” is set to “Anim.” in the Menu Screen the

5-second recording mode is not available. Animation

recording of a few frames only is taken instead (墌 pg. 33).

5To engage the Self-Timer for video recording, press

the Recording Start/Stop Button !. After 15 seconds,

the beep sounds and video recording starts. To stop

Self-Timer recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button ! again. The camcorder re-enters Record-

Standby mode.

Press SNAPSHOT 9. After 15 seconds, the beep

sounds and snapshot recording starts. After that, the

camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.

6To end Self-Timer recording, select “OFF” in step 4.

NOTE:

If “BEEP” and “TALLY” are set to “OFF” (墌 pg. 34), the

beep does not sound and the tally lamp ^ does not light.

Blinks quickly

(Self-Timer shooting starts soon)

Stops blinking and stays on

(Self-Timer video recording starts)

Begins blinking

(Self-Timer starts)

After approx. 15 sec.

Turns off

(Self-Timer snapshot recording starts)

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Night-Scope

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.

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the

LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press NIGHT e so that the Night-Scope indicator

“ ” q appears.

•The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide

up to 30 times sensitivity.

•“A” appears beside “ ” q while the shutter speed is

being automatically adjusted.

To Deactivate Night-Scope . . .

..... press NIGHT e again so that the Night-Scope

indicator disappears.

NOTES:

●During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings

cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out:

•Some modes of “Programme AE With Special Effects”

(墌 pg. 27).

•“GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu (墌 pg. 33).

•“DIS” in the MANUAL Menu (墌 pg. 33).

•Video Flash (墌 pg. 25).

●During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the

camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual

focus and/or a tripod is recommended.

Programme AE With Special Effects

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open the

LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (PROGRAM AE)”,

then press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select the desired mode, then

press SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete. Press

SELECT/SET 3 again. The Menu Screen closes.

•The PROGRAM AE Menu disappears and the

selected mode is activated. The selected mode

indicator appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

..... select “OFF” in step 4.

IMPORTANT

Some modes of Programme AE with special effects

cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects

(墌 pg. 28). If an unusable mode is selected, its

indicator blinks or goes out.

NOTES:

●Programme AE with special effects can be changed

during recording or during Record-Standby.

●Some modes of Programme AE special effects cannot be

used during Night-Scope.

FOR RECORDING

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.

1/120: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a

second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under

a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.

SPORTS

(Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 – 1/4000)

This setting allows fast-moving

images to be captured one frame at

a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion

playback. The faster the shutter

speed, the darker the picture

becomes. Use the shutter function

under good lighting conditions.

SNOW

Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear

too dark when shooting in extremely bright surround-

ings 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. 30).

TWILIGHT

Makes evening scenes look more natural.

White Balance (

墌

pg. 31) is initially set to , but can

be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is

chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus

from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m,

adjust the focus manually.

SEPIA

Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos.

Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.

MONOTONE

Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W.

Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the

“classic film” effect.

CLASSIC FILM*

Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

STROBE*

Your recording looks like a series of consecutive

snapshots.

MIRROR*

Creates a mirror image on the left half of the screen,

juxtaposed to the normal image on the other half.

*Available when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to

“VIDEO”.

(GR-DX106 only)

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Fade/Wipe Effects

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.

Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to

the next.

Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or

when you stop recording.

1Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (WIPE/FADER)”, then

press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select the desired function, then

press SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete. Press

SELECT/SET 3 again.

•The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect is

reserved. The indicator representing the selected

effect appears.

5Press 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.

IMPORTANT

Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain

modes of Programme AE with special effects

(墌 pg. 27). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is

selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.

NOTE:

You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing

and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button !.

FADER — WHITE

Fade in or out with a white screen.

FADER — BLACK

Fade in or out with a black screen.

FADER — B.W

Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white

screen, or fade out from colour to black and white.

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.

WIPE — SLIDE

Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.

WIPE — DOOR

Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the

left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the

black screen reappears from left and right to cover the

scene.

WIPE — SCROLL

The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a

black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a

black screen.

WIPE — SHUTTER

Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the

top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom

toward the centre leaving a black screen.

FOR RECORDING

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FOR RECORDING

Snapshot (For Tape Recording)

This feature lets you record still images that look like

photographs onto a tape.

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

1Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (CAMERA)”, then

press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “SNAP MODE”, then press

SELECT/SET 3.

5Press + or – 5 to select the desired Snapshot

mode, then press SELECT/SET 3.

Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.

There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

Snapshot mode

with no frame

Snapshot mode

with frame

Pin-Up mode

NOTES:

●To remove the shutter sound, 墌 “BEEP” on pg. 34.

●If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” Q blinks

when SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed.

●If Programme AE with special effects (墌 pg. 27) is

engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a

case, the icon blinks.

●If SNAPSHOT 9 is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”

(墌 pg. 33), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

●The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC SELECT”

is set to “ / ” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35).

●If “REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” in the DSC

Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory

card as well (640 x 480 pixels).

●During playback as well, all snapshot modes except Nega

mode are available when “ COPY” is set to

“OFF” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 35).

●During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the

viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no

effect in the recorded image.

●When a cable is connected to the S/AV connector, the

shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is

recorded onto the tape.

Auto Focus

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 obtainable in the

situations listed below (in these cases use manual

focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in

brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour

wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical

patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast back-

ground.

*The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:

, , and

NOTES:

●If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not

possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft

cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with

a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.

●When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first

(墌 pg. 13). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the

camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the

distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will

not occur when “TELE MACRO” (墌 pg. 33) is activated.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

1Press SNAPSHOT 9. “PHOTO” Q appears while

the snapshot is being taken.

If you press during Record-Standby . . .

..... “PHOTO” Q appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the

camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

If you press during Recording . . .

..... “PHOTO” Q appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal

recording resumes.

•Regardless of the Power Switch @ position (“ ” or

“”), Snapshot recording takes place using the

selected Snapshot mode.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT 9 pressed provides an effect

similar to serial photography. (Interval between still

images: approx. 1 second)

Nega mode

FULL NEGA

(GR-DX106

only)

FRAMEPIN-UP

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Manual Focus

To obtain correct focus.

1If you are using the viewfinder, you should already

have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments

(墌 pg. 8).

2Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch, then

press FOCUS r (墌 pgs. 52 and 53). The manual

focus indicator appears.

3To focus on a farther subject, press + 5 . “ ” R

appears and blinks.

To focus on a nearer subject, press – 5. “ ” R

appears and blinks.

4Press SELECT/SET 3. Focus adjustment is

complete.

To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS r twice or set

the Power Switch @ to “ ”.

If FOCUS r is pressed once, the camcorder will enter

the focus adjustment mode again.

NOTES:

●Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto

position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you

focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply

focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up

because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal

lengths.

●When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or

closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

Exposure Control

Manual exposure adjustment 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

light.

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (EXPOSURE)”, then

press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select “MANUAL”, then press

SELECT/SET 3. The Menu Screen disappears. The

exposure control indicator appears.

5Press + 5 to brighten the image, or – 5 to darken

the image. (maximum ±6)

6Press SELECT/SET 3. Exposure adjustment is

complete.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .

..... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch

@ to “ ”.

To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

..... press BACKLIGHT w. r is displayed and the

subject is brightened. If pressed again, r

disappears and the brightness returns to the

previous level.

•+3 exposure has the same effect as the BACKLIGHT

Button w.

• Using BACKLIGHT w 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 “ ”.

NOTE:

You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same

time with backlight, spotlight (墌 pg. 27) compensation and

“SNOW” (墌 pg. 27).

While focusing on

a nearer subject

While focusing on

a further subject

Focus detection zone

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Iris Lock

Use this function in the following situations:

•When shooting a moving subject.

•When the distance to the subject changes (so its size

in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such

as when the subject is backing away.

•When shooting on a reflective natural background

such as at the beach or when skiing.

•When shooting objects under a spotlight.

•When zooming.

When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even

when the subject moves away from you, the image will

not darken or brighten.

Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through

4 of “Exposure Control” (墌 pg. 30).

5Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD monitor

or the viewfinder, then press and hold SELECT/SET 3

for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator r

and “ ” y appear. Press SELECT/SET 3. “ ” y

changes to “ ” and the iris is locked.

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .

..... press + or – 5 to display “AUTO” then press

SELECT/SET 3 in step 4. The exposure control

indicator r and “ ” y disappear. Or, set the

Power Switch @ to “ ”.

To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .

..... after step 4 of “Exposure Control” (墌 pg. 30),

adjust the exposure pressing + or – 5. Then lock

the iris in step 5 of “Iris Lock”. For automatic

locking, press + or – 5 to select “AUTO”, then

press SELECT/SET 3 in step 4. The iris becomes

automatic after about 2 seconds.

Iris

Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-lit

environments to keep too much light from entering, and

dilates in dim environments to allow in more light.

FOR RECORDING

Manual White Balance Operation

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under

various types of lighting.

1Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

adjustment, and select “ MWB”.

2Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the lens.

Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper

fills the screen.

3Press SELECT/SET 3 until begins blinking

rapidly.

When the setting is completed, resumes normal

blinking.

4Press SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen

closes and the Manual White Balance indicator e

is displayed.

NOTES:

●In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In

such a case, adjust focus manually (墌 pg. 30).

●A subject can be shot under various types of lighting

conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.).

Because the colour temperature is different depending on

the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on

the white balance settings. Use this function for a more

natural result.

●Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is

retained even if the power is turned off or the battery

removed.

3Press + or – 5 to select “ (W.BALANCE)”, then

press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select the desired mode.

“AUTO”: White balance is adjusted automatically

(factory preset).

“ MWB”: White balance is set manually.

“ FINE”: Outdoors on a sunny day.

“ CLOUD”: Outdoors on a cloudy day.

“ HALOGEN”: A video light or similar type of

lighting is used.

5Press SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete.

Press SELECT/SET 3 again. The Menu Screen closes

and the selected mode indicator except “AUTO”

appears.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

..... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power Switch

@ to “ ”.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when Sepia or Monotone

(墌 pg. 27) is activated.

White Balance Adjustment

A term that 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.

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

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For Recording Menu

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).

1Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select the desired function menu,

and press SELECT/SET 3.

4Function menu setting depends on the function.

If you have selected “ WIPE/FADER”,

“ PROGRAM AE”, “ EXPOSURE” or

“ W. BALANCE” . . .

..... see the column on the right.

If you have selected “ CAMERA”, “ MANUAL”,

“ SYSTEM”, “ CAMERA DISPLAY” or

“ DSC” . . .

..... go to step 5.

5Press + or – 5 to select the desired function and

press SELECT/SET 3. The Sub Menu appears. Then,

press + or – 5 to select the parameter, and press

SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete.

6Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice. The Menu Screen closes.

• The icon represents “END”.

NOTE:

When the Menu Screen is left on for a couple of minutes, a

residual image may be left on the screen and it may take

several seconds for the residual image to disappear. This is

not due to any defect of the unit.

WIPE/FADER

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (墌 pg. 28).

PROGRAM AE

Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects”

(墌 pg. 27).

EXPOSURE

Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (墌 pg. 30,

31).

W.BALANCE

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual

White Balance Operation” (墌 pg. 31).

CAMERA

Settings made in the “ CAMERA” Menu remain

effective whether the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or

“”. However, the menu settings can be changed only

when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ”.

REC MODE

Allows you to set the tape recording mode ([SP] or

LP) depending on your preference (墌 pg. 10).

SOUND MODE

[12bit]: Enables tape recording of stereo sound on

four separate channels, and is recommended for use

when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the

32 kHz mode of previous models)

16bit: Enables tape recording of stereo sound on two

separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of

previous models)

ZOOM

10X*/16X**: When set to “10X*/16X**” while using

digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to

10X*/16X** since digital zoom will be disengaged.

[40X]: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally

processing and magnifying images, zooming is

possible from 10X*/16X** (the optical zoom limit), to a

maximum of 40X digital magnification.

800X: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By

digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming

is possible from 10X*/16X** (the optical zoom limit),

to a maximum of 800X digital magnification.

*GR-DX106 only.

** GR-DX76 only.

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LASH F

LASHF

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ELE MACROT–

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SNAP MODE

Refer to “Snapshot (For Tape Recording)” (墌 pg. 29).

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 (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a subject in

low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed

provides a brighter image than in the 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.

NAVIGATION

Refer to “NAVIGATION Function” (墌 pg. 21, 22).

MANUAL

The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the

Power Switch @ is set to “ ”.

DIS

OFF: To turn off this function.

[ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused

by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.

NOTES:

●Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake

is excessive, or under the following conditions:

•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal

stripes.

•When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•When shooting scenes with movement in various

directions.

•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

●Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder

on a tripod.

●The “ ” indicator # blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser

cannot be used.

SELF-TIMER

Refer to “Self-Timer” (墌 pg. 26).

[OFF], 5S: Refer to “5-Seconnd Recording”

(墌 pg. 26).

Anim.: Allows you to record a few frames only. By

using an inanimate object and changing its position

between shots, you can record the subject as though

it is moving (墌 pg. 26).

TELE MACRO

[OFF]: To turn off this function.

ON: Usually the distance to a subject where the lens

is in focus depends on the zoom magnification.

Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the

subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum

telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a

subject as large as possible at a distance of approx.

60 cm.

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go

out of focus.

WIDE MODE

[OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio.

For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio.

CINEMA : Inserts black bands at the top and

bottom of the screen. During playback on

wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and

bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio

becomes 16:9. 3 appears. When using this

mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction

manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD

monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the

top and bottom of the screen and the image appears

like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.

•The “CINEMA” mode is effective only when the

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “VIDEO”.

SQUEEZE : For playback on TVs with an aspect

ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the

screen without distortion. 3 appears. When

using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s

instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3

TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated

vertically.

•The “SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “VIDEO”.

D.WIDE (GR-DX106 only): 3 appears.

The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum

optical zoom wide angle range. This mode’s wide

angle setting is equivalent to using a 0.7X wide

conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to

10X. This mode is suitable for shooting in a small

room.

•The “D.WIDE” mode is effective only when the

VIDEO/MEMORY t Switch is set to “VIDEO”.

WIND CUT

[OFF]: Disengages the function which cuts down on

noise created by wind.

ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind.

“ ” 9 appears. The quality of the sound will

change. This is normal.

FLASH

Refer to “Snapshot Flash” (墌 pg. 25).

FLASH ADJ.

Refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (墌 pg. 25).

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SYSTEM

“ SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power

Switch @ is set to “ ” are also applied when the

Power Switch @ is set to “ ” (墌 pg. 35).

BEEP

OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter

sound is recorded on the tape.

BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on

or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. Also

to activate the shutter sound effect (墌 pg. 17, 29).

[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds

when any operation is performed. It also activates the

shutter sound effect (墌 pg. 17, 29).

TALLY

OFF: The tally lamp remains off at all times.

[ON]: The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of

recording.

REMOTE

OFF: Disables the camcorder from receiving the

remote control's beam signals. The camcorder cannot

be operated by the remote control.

[ON]: Enables the camcorder to receive the remote

control’s beam signals.

DEMO MODE

OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place.

[ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as

Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be

used to confirm how these functions operate.

Demonstration starts in the following cases:

•When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO

MODE” is turned “ON”.

•With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON”, if there is no

operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch

@ is set to “ ” or “ ” .

Performing any operation during the demonstration

stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is

performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the

demonstration will resume.

NOTES:

●If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be

turned on.

●“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder

power is turned off.

●If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not

be available. After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.

PRIORITY

[LCD]: When the LCD monitor is fully open, even if

the viewfinder is pulled out, the image is displayed

only on the LCD monitor; it will not be displayed in the

viewfinder.

FINDER: When the viewfinder is pulled out, even if

the LCD monitor is fully open, the image is displayed

only in the viewfinder; it will not be displayed on the

LCD monitor.

CAM RESET

[RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the

factory-preset.

EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset.

CAMERA DISPLAY

•Settings made in the “ CAMERA DISPLAY” Menu

are effective only for video shooting.

•Settings made in the “ CAMERA DISPLAY” Menu

remain effective even when the Power Switch @ is set

to “ ”. However, the menu settings can be changed

only when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ”.

ON SCREEN

LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date,

time and time code) from appearing on the connected

TV screen.

[LCD/TV]: Makes the camcorder’s display appear on

screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.

DATE/TIME

OFF: The date/time does not appear.

[AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds

in the following cases:

•When the Power Switch @ is set from “OFF” to “ ”

or “ ”.

•When tape playback starts. The camcorder displays

the date/time when scenes are recorded.

•When the date is changed during tape playback.

ON: The date/time is always displayed.

•The date indication can also be turned on/off by

pressing the DISPLAY Button U on the remote

control.

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TIME CODE

[OFF]: Time code is not displayed.

ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on

the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed

during recording.

CLOCK ADJ.

Allows you to set the current date and time (墌 pg. 10).

DSC

QUALITY , IMAGE SIZE

Refer to “Picture Quality/Image Size Setting”

(墌 pg. 11).

REC SELECT

[ ]: When Snapshot recording is performed

with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t set to “VIDEO”,

still images are recorded only onto the tape.

/ : When Snapshot recording is

performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t set to

“VIDEO”, still images are recorded not only onto the

tape but also on the memory card (640 x 480 pixels).

In this mode, the “SNAP MODE” selection in the

CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card

recording.

For Playback Menu

The following procedure applies to all except Synchro

Comp (墌 pg. 43).

1Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button $ located on the switch.

2Press MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

3Press + or – 5 to select the desired function menu,

and press SELECT/SET 3.

4Press + or – 5 to select the desired function, and

press SELECT/SET 3 to display the Sub Menu.

5Press + or – 5 to select the desired parameter and

press SELECT/SET 3. Selection is complete.

6Press + or – 5 to select “ RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice to close the Menu Screen.

VIDEO

SOUND MODE

........ 墌 pg. 36, “Playback Sound”.

12bit MODE

........ 墌 pg. 36, “Playback Sound”.

SYNCHRO

........ 墌 pg. 43, “For More

Accurate Editing”.

REC MODE

Allows you to set the tape recording mode ([SP] or

LP) depending on your preference (墌 pg. 10).

It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in the

“ VIDEO” Menu when using this camcorder as a

recorder during dubbing (墌 pg. 37, 38).

•“REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch @ is

set to “ ” or “ ” (墌 pg. 10, 32).

COPY

ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a tape

to a memory card (墌 pg. 23).

[OFF]: Enables snapshots to be taken during tape

playback.

NAVI. DEL.

Refer to “NAVIGATION Function” (墌 pg. 21, 22).

S/AV INPUT

A/V IN: Enables audio/video signal input from the

S/AV connector (墌 pg. 37).

S IN: Enables S-Video/audio signal input from the S/

AV connector (墌 pg. 37).

[OFF]: Enables audio/video signal output to a TV,

VCR, etc. via the S/AV connector (墌 pg. 16, 37).

•When “S/AV INPUT” is set to “A/V IN” or “S IN”,

camcorder playback cannot be viewed on the AV

output.

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SYSTEM

Each setting is linked with “ SYSTEM”, which

appears when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ”

(墌 pg. 34).

The parameters are the same as in the description on

pg. 34.

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ON SCREEN setting:

For playback sound, tape

speed and tape running.

DATE/TIME setting:

For date/time.

Display

Minutes

Seconds

Frames*

*25 frames = 1 second

TIME CODE setting:

For time code.

VIDEO DISPLAY

•Settings made in the “ VIDEO DISPLAY” Menu are

effective only for tape playback.

DATE/TIME , TIME CODE

Refer to “ CAMERA DISPLAY” on page 34, 35.

The factory-preset of “DATE/TIME” in the “ VIDEO

DISPLAY” Menu is “OFF”.

ON SCREEN

OFF: Camcorder's display (except the date, time and

time code) is not shown on LCD or connected TV.

[LCD]: Camcorder's display is shown only on LCD

and not on connected TV (except the date, time and

time code).

LCD/TV: Camcorder's display is shown on both LCD

and connected TV.

Playback Sound

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. According to the menu access

explanation on pg. 35, select “SOUND MODE” or “12bit

MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired

parameter.

SOUND MODE

[STEREO ]: Sound is output on both “L” and “R”

channels in stereo.

SOUND L : Sound from the “L” channel is output.

SOUND R : Sound from the “R” channel is output.

12bit MODE

MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and

output in stereo on both “L” and “R” channels.

[SOUND 1]: Original sound is output on both “L” and

“R” channels in stereo.

SOUND 2: Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and

“R” channels in stereo.

[ ] = Factory-preset

NOTES:

•The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which

the recording was made during fast-forward or rewind.

During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper

left corner.

•The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both

12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions,

“12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)

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DUBBING

Connector

cover*

*When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** Connect when the S-Video connection is not used.

VCR

To S/AV &

S-Video/Audio/Video/Editing

cable (provided)

Not

connected

Dubbing To Or From A VCR

To Use This Camcorder As A Player

1Following the illustration, connect the camcorder

and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 16.

2Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the camcorder’s Power Switch @ to “ ”

while pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the

appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

3Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

4Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot

just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press

/6 ! on the camcorder.

5Press

/6 ! on the camcorder and engage the

VCR’s Record mode.

6Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

/6 ! on the camcorder.

7Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

NOTES:

●As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear

on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the

AUX channel for dubbing purposes.

●Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications

do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they are

being recorded onto the new tape.

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 34, 36).

Or, press DISPLAY U on the remote control to

turn on/off the date indication.

•Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 35, 36).

•Indications other than date/time and time code

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”, “LCD/TV” or “OFF” in

the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 34, 36).

To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder

1. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”,

then set the camcorder’s Power Switch @ to

“” while pressing down the Lock Button $

located on the switch.

2. Set “S/AV INPUT” to “A/V IN” or “S IN” and set

“REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” (墌 pg. 35).

3. Connect the cables as shown in the illustration and

load a cassette to record on.

To AUDIO, VIDEO** and

S-Video connectors

4. Press START/STOP k on the remote control to

engage the Record-Pause mode. “

A/V IN

” or

“

S IN

” appears on the screen.

5. Press START/STOP k on the remote control to

start recording. 4 rotates.

6. Press START/STOP k on the remote control

again to engage the Record-Pause mode. 4

stops rotating.

NOTES:

●After dubbing, set “S/AV INPUT” back to “OFF”.

●Analogue signals can be converted to digital signals with

this procedure.

●It is also possible to dub from another camcorder.

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DUBBING

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit

Equipped With A DV Connector

(Digital Dubbing)

It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from this

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.

To Use This Camcorder As A Player

1Make sure all units are turned off. Connect this

camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input

connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.

2Set this camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to

“VIDEO”, then the Power Switch @ to “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch, turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the

appropriate cassettes in this camcorder and the video

unit.

3Press

! to play back the source tape.

4While watching the playback on the monitor, engage

the DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode

from the spot on the source tape you want to begin

recording.

NOTES:

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack (墌 pg. 7).

●If the remote control is used when both the player and

recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the

same operation. To prevent this from happening, press

the buttons on both units.

●If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on

the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that

an unusual image is not dubbed.

●Even though the DV cable is connected correctly,

sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this

occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.

●If “Playback Zoom” (墌 pg. 13, 39), “Playback Special

Effects” (墌 pg. 39) or “Snapshot” is attempted during

playback, only the original playback image recorded on

the tape is output from the DV connector ).

●When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional

JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.

To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder

1. Set this camcorder’s VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to

“VIDEO”, then the Power Switch @ to “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button $ located on the

switch.

2. Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 35).

3. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration

and load a cassette to record on.

4. Press START/STOP k on the remote control to

engage the Record-Pause mode. “

DV. IN

” appears

on the screen.

DV cable

(optional)

Video unit equipped

with DV connector

To DV IN/OUT

To DV )

Core filter

5. Press START/STOP k on the remote control to

start recording. 4 rotates.

6. Press START/STOP k on the remote control

again to engage the Record-Pause mode. 4

stops rotating.

NOTES:

●Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded

on the original tape, regardless of the current “SOUND

MODE” setting (墌 pg. 32).

●During Digital Dubbing, incoming signals cannot be

output through the video or audio connectors if they are

copy-guarded.

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Slow-Motion Playback

To allow slow-speed search in either direction during

tape playback.

1To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback,

press SLOW (

) P or (

) O more than approx. 2

seconds. After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds

with an 80-minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or approx.

5 minutes in Slow Forward, normal playback resumes.

䡲To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (

) D.

NOTES:

●You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still

Playback by pressing SLOW P O more than approx.

2 seconds.

●During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image

processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.

●After SLOW (

) P or (

) O is pressed and held, the still

image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by a

blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.

●There may be a small margin between the slow-motion

playback start point you chose and the actual start point

for Slow-Motion Playback.

●During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances

in video and the picture may seem unstable, especially

with steady images. This is not a malfunction.

●During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) H to

pause playback.

Playback Special Effects

To allow you to add creative effects to the playback

image.

1To start playback, press PLAY (

) D.

2Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor and press EFFECT f. The PLAYBACK

EFFECT Select Menu appears.

3Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by

pressing EFFECT f. The selected function is activated

and after 2 seconds the menu disappears.

䡲To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT

ON/OFF d on the remote control. Pressing it again

re-activates the selected effect.

䡲To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2

above.

NOTE:

The effects that can be used during playback are Classic

Film, Monotone, Sepia and Strobe. The effects work the

same in playback as they did in recording. Refer to page 27

for more information.

Playback Zoom

To magnify the recorded image up to 80X (GR-DX106)/

50X (GR-DX76) at any time during playback.

1Press PLAY (

) D to find the scene of interest.

2Press the Zoom Button T Y or W T on the remote

control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the

camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T Y zooms in.

3You can move the image on screen around to find a

particular portion of the picture. While holding down

SHIFT I, press (Left) P,

(Right) O, (Up)

A and (Down) S.

䡲To end zoom, press and hold W T until magnification

returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) G and then

press PLAY (

) D.

NOTES:

●Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still

playback.

●Due to ditital image processing, the quality of the image

may suffer.

Make sure “REMOTE” in the SYSTEM Menu is set

to “ON” (墌 pg. 34) and the remote control is

pointed at the remote sensor %. The transmitted

beam’s approximate effective distance for indoor

use is 5m.

Press T YNormal playback

To move image, press

(Right) O while keeping

SHIFT I held down.

Frame-By-Frame Playback

To allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback.

1To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame

Playback, press SLOW (

) O repeatedly for forward

or SLOW (

) P repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is

pressed, the frame is played back.

NOTE:

You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still

Playback by pressing SLOW (

) P or (

) O repeatedly.

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Audio Dubbing

The audio track can be customized only when recorded

in the 12-bit mode (墌 pg. 32).

NOTES:

●Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in

16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a

blank portion of a tape.

●To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the

television, make connections (墌 pg. 16).

1Play back the tape to locate the point where editing

will start, then press PAUSE (6) H.

2While holding A.DUB (e) S on the remote control,

press PAUSE (6) H. “6e” O and “MIC” appear.

3Press PLAY (

) D, then begin “narrating”.

Speak into the microphone.

•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6) H.

4To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6) H, then

STOP (5) G.

To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .

..... set “12bit MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 36).

NOTES:

●Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio

Dubbing.

●When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit, the

old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.

●If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound may

be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded areas.

●If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move

the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn

down the TV’s volume.

●If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and

then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective

from the point where 16-bit recording began.

●During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes

recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit audio

or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops (墌 pg. 56).

●To perform Audio Dubbing with a video unit connected to

the camcorder’s S/AV connector &, first set “S/AV

INPUT” to “A/V IN” or “S IN” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35). “AUX” appears instead of “MIC”.

Insert Editing

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.

NOTES:

●Before performing the following steps, make sure that

“TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35, 36).

●Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP

mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

●To perform Insert Editing while watching in the television,

make connections (墌 pg. 16).

1Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and

press PAUSE (6) H. Confirm the time code at this

point (墌 pg. 35, 36).

2Press REW (

) a until the Edit-In point is located,

then press PAUSE (6) H.

3Press and hold INSERT (w) A on the remote

control, then press PAUSE (6) H. “6w” 0 and the

Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder

enters Insert-Pause mode.

4Press START/STOP k to begin editing.

•Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in

step 1.

•To pause editing, press START/STOP k. Press it

again to resume editing.

5To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP k, then

STOP (5) 7.

NOTES:

●Programme AE with special effects (墌 pg. 27) can be

used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert

Editing.

●During Insert Editing, the date and time information

changes.

●If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the

tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure

you only edit recorded areas.

●During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes

recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert Editing

stops (墌 pg. 56).

●If a memory card is loaded and “NAVIGATION” is set to

“ON”, a NAVIGATION thumbnail image is stored in the

memory card (墌 pg. 21).

Stereo

microphone

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

VCR

(Recording deck)

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs

and those of many other makers, it may not work

with yours or may offer limited functions.

NOTES:

●If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

●Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In

this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

●If the remote control is not able to control the VCR, use

the controls on the VCR.

●When the remote control’s batteries run out, the VCR

brand you have set will be erased.

In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to

reset the VCR brand.

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 16 and 42.

1 A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause

connector . . .

.... connect the editing extension cable to the

Remote PAUSE connector.

A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote

pause connector but equipped with an

R.A.EDIT connector . . .

.... connect the editing extension cable to the

R.A.EDIT connector.

A VCR other than above . . .

.... connect the editing extension cable to the remote

control’s PAUSE IN connector j.

2Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”, then set the

Power Switch @ to “ ” while pressing down the

Lock Button $ located on the switch.

3Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape

and engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s

instructions).

NOTES:

Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the

indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do, they

will be recorded onto the new tape.

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 34, 36).

Or, press DISPLAY U on the remote control to turn

on/off the date indication.

•Time Code

.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35, 36).

•Indications other than date/time and time code

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”, “LCD/TV” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (墌 pg. 34, 36).

Continued on next page.

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as

the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for

automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is

more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand

Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see

VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by

operating the VCR manually.

Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed

in the remote control (墌 pg. 5).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

1Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to

the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold MBR SET l,

and enter the brand code.

The code is automatically set once you release MBR

SET l, and the VCR’s power comes on.

2Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while

holding SHIFT I, press the button on the remote for

the desired function. The functions the remote can

control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR

REC STBY (you do not need to press SHIFT I for this

one).

You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

VCR BRAND

NAME

AKAI

BLAUPUNKT

DAEWOO

FERGUSON

GRUNDIG

HITACHI

JVC A

LG/

GOLDSTAR

BRAND

CODE

6 2

6 4

7 7

1 3

1 8

9 7

9 8

3 2

1 4

3 4

6 6

6 3

9 1

9 6

9 3

1 1

VCR BRAND

NAME

MITSUBISHI

NEC

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

BRAND

CODE

6 7

6 8

3 7

3 8

1 3

1 7

1 1

9 4

1 8

1 9

9 5

1 1

9 4

9 1

9 6

1 2

3 3

7 2

BRAND

CODE

9 4

3 6

3 5

9 1

9 6

1 5

1 0

6 5

6 0

3 9

3 1

9 1

9 6

9 7

3 2

6 9

6 1

VCR BRAND

NAME

SAMSUNG

SANYO

SELECO,

REX

SHARP

SONY

THOMSON,

TELEFUNKEN,

SABA,

NORDMENDE

TOSHIBA

VCR CODE LIST

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

●Make sure to set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 35).

●When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input

connector, an optional DV cable can be connected

instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.

5If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the scene,

press FADE/WIPE s on the remote control (墌 pg. 28,

43).

•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and

stop when the one you want is displayed.

6At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT

g on the remote control. The Edit-In position appears

in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.

7At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT g. The

Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble

Editing Menu.

8If using a Fade/Wipe at the end of the scene, press

FADE/WIPE s (墌 pg. 28, 43).

•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and

stop when the one you want is displayed.

•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out point,

the effect is automatically applied to the following

Edit-In point.

•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is included

in the total time.

9If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT f

(墌 pg. 39).

Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional

scenes.

•To change previously registered points, press

CANCEL h on the remote control. The registered

points disappear, one at a time, from the most

recently registered point.

•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Programme AE with

special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.

NOTES:

●When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points

so that there is a relatively large difference between

them.

●If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the

recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be cancelled

and editing will not take place.

●If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and

Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the

edited version.

●Since time codes register time only as accurately as

seconds, the time code total time may not match the total

programme time exactly.

●Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered

Edit-In and Edit-Out points.

●If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme

AE with special effects, you cannot use the Black & White

Fader. In this case the Black & White indicator begins

blinking. Once the next Edit-In point is registered, the

effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia

or Monotone during recording, then use the Black &

White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.

●It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and

Programme AE with special effects during Random

Assemble Editing using a DV cable.

To Remote PAUSE

or R.A.EDIT

To PAUSE IN j

S-Video/Audio/Video/

Editing cable (provided)

*Connect when the S-Video connection is not used.

** When connecting cables, open this cover.

Connector

cover**

To S/AV &

VCR

To AUDIO, VIDEO*

and S-Video

connectors

SELECT SCENES

4Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor. Press PLAY (

) D and then press R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF J on the remote control.

The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

Editing

Extension

cable

(provided)

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

For More Accurate Editing

Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to

Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin

editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the

same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find

that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a

cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the

camcorder against your VCR.

DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

1Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the

remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and

press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J.

The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

2Perform Random Assemble Editing on Programme 1

only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing,

select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit-

In point.

3Play back the dubbed scene.

•If any images from the scene prior to the transition

you chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that

means your VCR moves too quickly from Record-

Pause to Record mode.

•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the

VCR is slow to start recording.

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

4Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J to make the

Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press

MENU 4. The Menu Screen appears.

5Press + or – 5 to select “ (VIDEO)” and press

SELECT/SET 3. Then, press + or – 5 to select

“SYNCHRO” and press SELECT/SET 3. The value for

“SYNCHRO” is highlighted.

6Based on the diagnostics performed, you can now

advance the VCR’s record timing by pressing + 5. You

can also delay the VCR’s record timing by pressing –

5. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds,

in 0.1-second increments. Press SELECT/SET 3 to

finish the setting.

7Press + or – 5 to to select “ RETURN” and press

SELECT/SET 3 twice.

Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with

step 4 on page 42.

NOTES:

●Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do a

few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check whether

the value you have input is appropriate or not, and make

adjustments accordingly.

●Depending on the recorder, there may be situations

where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected.

Picture Wipe/Dissolve (GR-DX106 only)

(available only for Random Assemble Editing)

You can also use the fade/wipe effects on page 28.

DISSOLVE

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually

disappears.

WIPE — CORNER

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the

upper right corner to the lower left corner.

WIPE — WINDOW

The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the

screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.

WIPE — SLIDE

The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one

from right to left.

WIPE — DOOR

The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right

and left, like a door being pushed open to reveal the next

scene.

WIPE — SCROLL

The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom

of the screen to the top.

WIPE — SHUTTER

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the

centre toward the top and bottom of the screen.

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning

of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6) H.

Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote

sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6) K, or

manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

Press START/STOP k on the remote control.

Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the

end of the last registered scene.

•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters the

Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-Pause

mode.

•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will

be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.

•If you operate the camcorder during automatic editing,

the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode and

automatic editing will stop.

Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the

VCR.

To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J on the remote control.

NOTES:

●Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF J on the remote control

clears all settings registered during Random Assemble

Editing.

●When the editing cable is connected to the remote

control’s Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure

the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and

the path between the two is unobstructed.

●Random Assemble Editing may not function properly

when using a tape including several duplicated time

codes (墌 pg. 14).

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SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

“ACCESSING FILES” appears on the LCD monitor

while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the

camcorder is transferring a file to the PC.

NEVER disconnect the USB cable while

“ACCESSING FILES” is displayed on the LCD

monitor since this can result in product damage.

To DV )

To USB

connector

DV cable

(optional)

To DV

connector

USB cable

(provided)

To USB (

PC with DV connectorPC

Core filter

[A] Using USB cable [B] Using DV cable

Connection To A Personal Computer

[A] Using USB cable

It is possible to do the following things:

●Transfer still/moving images stored on a memory card to

a PC.

●Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC.

●Capture still/moving images in real-time.

●Use this camcorder as a WebCam.

[B] Using DV cable

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.

NOTES:

●Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB

CONNECTION GUIDE” for the installation of the bundled

software and drivers.

●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack (墌 pg. 7).

●Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable

simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the

cable you wish to use to the camcorder.

●If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable

is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB

mode.

●The date/time information cannot be captured into the

PC.

●Use the provided software PIXELA ImageMixer to

capture video in real-time.

●You can also use the camcorder for webconference by

using Windows® Microsoft Netmeeting and signing up for

Microsoft Hotmail.

●Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software.

●The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV

connector-equipped capture board.

●When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional

JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depend-

ing on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the

PC.

●The system may not work properly depending on the PC

or capture board you are using.

●When using the DV connection refer to manufacturer

instructions of your capture board for driver’s installation

and operation instructions.

*When connecting cables, open this cover.

Connector cover*

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The focus does not adjust automatically.

•Focus is set to the Manual mode.

¥Set Focus to the Auto mode (墌 pg. 30).

•The recording was done in a dark place, or the

contrast was low.

•The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

¥Clean the lens and check the focus again

(墌 pg. 50).

The cassette will not load properly.

• The cassette is in the wrong position.

¥Set it in the right position (墌 pg. 9).

•The battery’s charge is low.

¥Install a fully charged battery (墌 pg. 7, 8).

The memory card will not load properly.

•The memory card is in the wrong position.

¥Set it in the right position (墌 pg. 11).

In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before

5 seconds have elapsed.

•The 5-Second mode is set to “Anim.” in the Menu

Screen.

¥Select “5S” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 26).

Snapshot mode cannot be used.

•The Squeeze mode is selected.

¥Disengage the Squeeze mode (墌 pg. 33).

The colour of Snapshot looks strange.

• The light source or the subject does not include white.

Or there are various different light sources behind the

subject.

¥Find a white subject and compose your shot so that

it also appears in the frame (墌 pg. 17, 29).

•The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

¥Turn off Sepia and Monotone (墌 pg. 27).

The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.

•Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.

¥Press the BACKLIGHT Button w (墌 pg. 30).

The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.

•The subject is too bright.

¥Set “PROGRAM AE” to “SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu

Screen (墌 pg. 27).

Digital Zoom does not work.

•10X*/16X** optical zoom is selected.

¥Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or “800X” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 32).

• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “MEMORY”.

¥Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”

(墌 pg. 13).

*GR-DX106 only.

** GR-DX76 only.

Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the

following to see it you can correct the problem yourself.

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.

No power is supplied.

•The power is not connected properly.

¥Connect the AC Adapter securely (墌 pg. 7).

•The battery is dead.

¥Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one

(墌 pg. 7, 8).

“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

•The date/time is not set.

¥Set the date/time (墌 pg. 10).

•The built-in clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is

discharged.

•The previously set date/time is erased.

¥Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC

Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s

lithium battery (墌 pg. 49).

Recording cannot be performed.

—— For Tape Recording ——

•The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.

¥Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”

(墌 pg. 9).

•The Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “OFF”.

¥Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ” (墌 pg. 13).

• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “MEMORY”.

¥Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “VIDEO”.

•“TAPE END” appears.

¥Replace with new cassette (墌 pg. 9).

•The cassette holder cover is open.

¥Close the cassette holder cover.

—— For Memory Card Recording ——

• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “VIDEO”.

¥Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “MEMORY”.

There is no picture.

•The camcorder is not getting power, or some other

malfunction exists.

¥Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again

(墌 pg. 13).

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The Black & White Fader does not work.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

¥Turn off Sepia and Monotone (墌 pg. 27).

During R.A.Edit, the Dissolve function does

not work.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode of Programme AE with

special effects is activated.

¥Turn off Sepia or Monotone before adding Dissolve

to a scene transition (墌 pg. 27, 43).

•The previously selected mode of Programme AE with

special effects was changed after the last selected

scene for editing was registered.

¥Make sure you have selected the mode of Pro-

gramme AE with special effects you want before

starting editing (墌 pg. 27, 43).

During R.A.Edit, the Picture Wipe and

Dissolve functions do not work.

•The last selected editing scene is ending.

¥Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning

editing. The effects are then automatically activated

(墌 pg. 42, 43).

•At the end of the last selected scene for editing, the

Power Switch @ was set to “OFF”.

¥Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting

Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased

(墌 pg. 42).

•The power is off.

¥The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5

minutes have elapsed in the Pause mode. Make

sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after

engaging Pause mode (墌 pg. 42, 43).

Scene transition does not go as expected.

•When using “Picture Wipe/Dissolve” (墌 pg. 43),

there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the

previous record stop-point and the Dissolve start-

point. This is normal, but this slight delay becomes

especially noticeable when shooting fast-moving

subject or during rapid panning.

The image looks like the shutter speed is too

slow.

•When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly

sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” in

the Menu Screen.

¥If you want the lighting to look more natural, set

“GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 33).

White Balance cannot be activated.

•The Sepia or Monotone mode is activated.

¥Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White

Balance (墌 pg. 27, 31).

When shooting a subject illuminated by bright

light, vertical lines appear.

•This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is

not a malfunction.

When the screen is under direct sunlight

during shooting, the screen becomes red or

black for an instant.

•This is not a malfunction.

The date/time does not appear.

•“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.

¥Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 34, 36).

Files stored on the memory card cannot be

deleted.

•Files stored on the memory card are protected.

¥Remove protection from the files stored on the

memory card and delete them (墌 pg. 20).

Time code does not appear.

•“TIME CODE” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.

¥Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35, 36).

Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or

whitish.

•In places subject to low temperature, images become

dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor.

When this happens, the displayed colours differ from

those that are actually recorded. This is not a defect

of the camcorder.

•When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the

end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor

become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

¥Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor

(墌 pg. 12).

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

•The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it

to become hot.

¥Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power

Switch @ to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.

The indicators and the image colour on the

LCD monitor are not clear.

•This may occur when the surface or the edge of the

LCD monitor is pressed.

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications

blink.

•Certain Fade/Wipe effects, certain modes of

Programme AE with special effects, “DIS” and other

functions that cannot be used together are selected at

the same time.

¥Re-read the sections covering Fade/Wipe effects,

Programme AE with special effects and “DIS”

(墌 pg. 27, 28, 33).

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TROUBLESHOOTING

An unusual mark appears.

¥Check the section of the manual that explains LCD

monitor/viewfinder indications (墌 pg. 54 – 57).

An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears.

•A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case

the camcorder’s functions become unusable.

¥Remove the power supply (battery pack, etc.) and

wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When

it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the

indication remains even though you repeat the

above two or three times, please consult your

nearest JVC dealer. Do not eject the cassette. This

will cause damage to the tape.

An error indication (E03 or E04) appears.

•A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case

the camcorder’s functions become unusable.

¥Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if

the indication clears. When it does, you can resume

using the camcorder. If the indication remains even

though you repeat the above two or three times,

please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The charger indicator on the camcorder does

not light.

•The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low.

•Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely

high/low temperatures.

¥To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge

it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C

(墌 pg. 48).

When the image is printed from the printer, a

black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.

•This is not a malfunction.

¥By recording with “DIS” activated (墌 pg. 33) this

can be avoided.

When the camcorder is connected via the DV

connector, the camcorder does not operate.

•The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power

turned on.

¥Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again, then

operate it.

The memory card cannot be removed from

the camcorder.

¥Push in the memory card a few more times

(墌 pg. 11).

Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

•The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with

high-precision technology. However, black spots or

bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear

constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not

due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more

than 99.99 %)

During recording, sound cannot be heard.

•This is normal.

Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do

not work.

•The Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ”.

¥Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” (墌 pg. 14).

A memory card cannot be played back.

•The Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ”.

¥Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” (墌 pg. 18).

• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “VIDEO”.

¥Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t to “MEMORY”.

The LCD monitor image is distorted.

•During playback of the unrecorded portion,

High-speed Search and still playback, LCD monitor

indications appear distorted. This is not a defect.

Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.

•The speaker volume is too great.

¥Turn the speaker volume down (墌 pg. 14).

There is no playback picture on the

connected TV.

•Since the analogue input mode is engaged, the

camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode.

¥Set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 35).

Blocks of noise appear during playback, or

there is no playback picture and the screen

becomes blue.

¥Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning

cassette (墌 pg. 49).

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens

have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).

¥Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly

can cause damage (墌 pg. 50).

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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:

1. To avoid hazards . . .

... 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.

... do not modify or disassemble.

... do not expose the battery to temperatures

exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to

overheat, explode or catch fire.

... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .

... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

... charge in an environment where temperatures are

within the tolerances shown in the following chart.

This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler

temperatures impede chemical reaction, while

warmer temperatures can prevent complete

charging.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural discharge

and shorten service life.

... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery

every 6 months when storing the battery pack

over a long period time.

... remove from charger or powered unit when not in

use, as some machines use current even when

switched off.

Terminals

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.

... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes

automatically erases the previously recorded

video and audio signals.

... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly

without allowing the tape to run at all. This

slackens the tape and can result in damage.

... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the

tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

... away from heaters or other heat sources.

... out of direct sunlight.

... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock

or vibration.

... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic

fields (such as those generated by motors,

transformers or magnets).

... vertically, in their original cases.

Memory Cards

To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure

to read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

... make sure the memory card bears the SD or

MultiMediaCard mark.

... make sure the memory card is positioned properly

when inserting.

2. While the memory card is being accessed

(during recording, playback, deletion,

initialisation, etc.) . . .

... never unload the memory card and never turn off

the camcorder.

3. Store memory cards . . .

... away from heaters or other heat sources.

... out of direct sunlight.

... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock

or vibration.

... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic

fields (such as those generated by motors,

transformers or magnets).

General Battery Precautions

If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being

operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted.

Replace them with fresh ones.

Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2

Please make note of the following rules for battery use.

When misused, the batteries can leak or explode.

1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 5.

2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those

specified.

3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.

4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as

they can leak or explode.

6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.

7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be

stored for an extended period to avoid battery

leakage which can cause malfunctions.

8. Do not recharge the provided batteries.

NOTES:

●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

Charging ................ 10°C to 35°C

Operation ............... 0°C to 40°C

Storage .................. –10°C to 30°C

●Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.

●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

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CAUTIONS

5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:

•No picture during playback.

•Blocks of noise appear during playback.

•During recording or playback, the Head Clog

Warning indicator “ ” appears.

•Recording cannot be performed properly.

In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.

Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more

than once consecutively, damage to the video heads

may result. After the camcorder plays back for about

20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the

cleaning cassette’s instructions.

If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems

still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Mechanical moving parts used to move the video

heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn

out over time. In order to maintain a clear picture at

all times, periodic check-ups are recommended after

using the unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic

check-ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s recharge-

able lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder.

While the camcorder is connected to an AC outlet

using the AC Adapter, or while the battery pack

attached to the camcorder continues to supply power,

the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is always

charged. However, if the camcorder is not used for

approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will

become discharged and the date/time stored in

memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the

camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for

over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable

lithium battery. Then perform the date/time setting

before using the camcorder.

Note that the camcorder can be used without setting

the date/time.

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 using a circular motion.

•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.

LCD Monitor

1. 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.

2. To prolong service life . . .

... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. 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.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

Main Unit

1. 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.

... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a

cooking stove.

... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.

... near a television set.

... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.).

... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or

extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

... in places of over 50°C.

... in places where humidity is extremely low (below

35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

... in direct sunlight.

... in a closed car in summer.

... near a heater.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

... allow it to become wet.

... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation.

... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects

for long periods.

... expose the lens to direct sunlight.

... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

... swing it excessively when using the strap or the

grip.

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CAUTIONS

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled

device. External noise and interference (from a TV,

a radio, etc.) might prevent it from 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.

About moisture condensation . . .

●You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a

glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass

outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the

head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a

cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room,

under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly

subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

●Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal

damage to the camcorder itself.

For Your Maintenance

1) After Use

1. Turn off the camcorder.

2. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT E 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. Wait until it recedes completely

before closing the cassette holder cover.

4. Tilt the viewfinder upward. Press BATT.

RELEASE W and remove the battery pack.

2) Cleaning The Camcorder

1. 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.

2. Open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft

cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.

Close the LCD monitor.

3. To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,

then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

4. To clean the viewfinder, pull out the viewfinder

and open it.

5. Insert a lens blower or soft cloth and clean the

interior of the viewfinder with it.

6. Close the viewfinder and push it back in.

NOTES:

●Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or

alcohol.

●Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has

been removed or other power units have been

disconnected.

●Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

●When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to

the cautions of each product.

Lens blower

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SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

General

Power supply :

DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter)

DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption

LCD monitor off,

viewfinder on :Approx. 3.4 W

LCD monitor on,

viewfinder off :Approx. 4.6 W

Dimensions

(W x H x D) :55 mm x 102 mm x 96 mm

(with the LCD monitor closed and

the viewfinder pushed back in)

Weight :Approx. 440 g (GR-DX106)

(without grip belt)

Approx. 450 g (GR-DX76)

(without grip belt)

Operating

temperature :0°C to 40°C

Operating

humidity :35% to 80%

Storage

temperature :–20°C to 50°C

Pickup :1/4" CCD (GR-DX106)

1/6" CCD (GR-DX76)

Lens :F 1.8, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm,

10:1 power zoom lens

(GR-DX106)

F1.6, f =2.7 mm to 43.2 mm,

16:1 power zoom lens

(GR-DX76)

Filter diameter :ø30.5 mm

LCD monitor :2.5" diagonally measured, LCD

panel/TFT active matrix system

Viewfinder :Electronic viewfinder with 0.24"

black/white LCD

Speaker :Monaural

Digital Video Camera

Format :DV format (SD mode)

Signal format :PAL standard

Recording/

Playback format :Video:

Digital component recording

:Audio: PCM digital recording,

32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),

48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)

Cassette :Mini DV cassette

Tape speed :SP:18.8 mm/s

LP : 12.5 mm/s

Maximum

recording time :SP:80 min.

(using 80 min. LP : 120 min.

cassette)

Digital Still Camera Function

Storage media :SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard

Compression

system :Still image : JPEG

(compatible)

Moving image : MPEG4

(compatible)

File size :4 modes (1600 x 1200 pixels*,

1280 x 960 pixels*,

1024 x 768 pixels,

640 x 480 pixels)

Picture quality :2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

Approximate

number of

storable images :墌 pg. 18.

* GR-DX106 only.

Connectors

S/AV

S-Video output :Y:1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

C:0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

S-Video input :Y:0.8 V (p-p) – 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω,

analogue

C:0.2 V (p-p) – 0.4 V (p-p), 75 Ω,

analogue

Video output :1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

Video input :0.8 V (p-p) – 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω,

analogue

Audio output :300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue,

stereo

Audio input :300 mV (rms), 50 kΩ, analogue,

stereo

Edit :ø3.5 mm, 2-pole

Output :4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

Input :4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

USB :5-pin

AC Adapter

Power requirement

:AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output :DC 11 V , 1 A

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject

to change without notice.

1 2

4 5 6 73

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INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators

Viewfinder

Speaker

LCD monitor

Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.

Remote Control

Stereo

microphone

Flash

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1•INDEX Button .......................................... 墌 pg. 19

•NAVI Button ....................................... 墌 pg. 21, 22

2NAVI STORE Button ........................... 墌 pg. 21, 22

3SELECT/SET Button ................................. 墌 pg. 32

4MENU Button ............................................ 墌 pg. 32

5•+, – Button ............................................... 墌 pg. 32

•LCD Monitor Brightness Control

[MONITOR BRIGHT +, –] ........................ 墌 pg. 12

6•E-MAIL Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 22

•INFO Button ............................................ 墌 pg. 19

7Stop Button [5] ......................................... 墌 pg. 14

8MEMORY CARD Cover ............................. 墌 pg. 11

9Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ........... 墌 pg. 17, 29

0Power Lamp .................................... 墌 pg. 7, 12, 13

!•Recording Start/Stop Button ................... 墌 pg. 12

•Play/Pause Button [

/6] ......................... 墌 pg. 14

@Power Switch [ , , , OFF] .......... 墌 pg. 13

#•Power Zoom Ring [T/W] .......................... 墌 pg. 13

•SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring [

] ......... 墌 pg. 14

$Lock Button ............................................... 墌 pg. 13

%•Remote Sensor

The transmitted beam’s approximate effective

distance for indoor use is 5m.

The transmitted beam may not be effective or may

cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the

remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or

powerful lighting.

•Camera Sensor

Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.

^Tally Lamp ........................................... 墌 pg. 12, 34

&•S-Video/Audio/Video Input/Output

Connector [S/AV] ......................... 墌 pg. 16, 37, 42

•Edit Connector ........................................ 墌 pg. 42

*DC Input Connector .................................... 墌 pg. 7

(USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector ...... 墌 pg. 44

)Digital Video Input/Output Connector

[DV] (i.Link*) ......................................... 墌 pg. 38, 44

*i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry

specification and extensions thereof. The logo is

used for products compliant with the i.Link

standard.

qFlash Sensor

Be careful not to cover this area, as it contains a

sensor required by the flash.

w•BACKLIGHT Button................................. 墌 pg. 30

•Speaker Volume Control [VOL. –] ............ 墌 pg. 14

e•NIGHT Button .......................................... 墌 pg. 27

•Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +] ............ 墌 pg. 14

r•FOCUS Button ........................................ 墌 pg. 30

•BLANK SEARCH Button ......................... 墌 pg. 15

The connectors & – ) are located beneath a cover.

tVIDEO/MEMORY Switch

[VIDEO, MEMORY] ................................... 墌 pg. 13

yBattery Pack Mount ..................................... 墌 pg. 7

uGrip Belt/Strap Eyelet

iGrip Strap .................................................... 墌 pg. 8

oDioptre Adjustment Control ......................... 墌 pg. 8

pTripod Mounting Socket ............................... 墌 pg. 9

QMonitor Latch [OPEN] ............................... 墌 pg. 12

WBattery Release Button

[BATT. RELEASE] .......................................... 墌 pg. 7

EOPEN/EJECT Switch .................................. 墌 pg. 9

RInfrared Beam Transmitting Window

Transmits the beam signal

TZoom (W) Button ....................................... 墌 pg. 39

YZoom (T) Button ........................................ 墌 pg. 39

UDISPLAY Button ............................ 墌 pg. 16, 37, 41

ISHIFT Button ...................................... 墌 pg. 39, 41

O•SLOW Button [

] .................................... 墌 pg. 39

•Right Button ............................................ 墌 pg. 39

P•SLOW Button [

] .................................... 墌 pg. 39

•Left Button ............................................... 墌 pg. 39

aREW Button*

sFADE/WIPE Button ................................... 墌 pg. 42

dEFFECT ON/OFF Button .......................... 墌 pg. 39

fEFFECT Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 39

gEDIT IN/OUT Button ................................. 墌 pg. 42

hCANCEL Button ........................................ 墌 pg. 42

jPAUSE IN Connector ................................ 墌 pg. 42

kSTART/STOP Button*

lMBR SET Button ....................................... 墌 pg. 41

;Snapshot Button* [SNAPSHOT]

A•Up Button ................................................ 墌 pg. 39

•INSERT Button ........................................ 墌 pg. 40

S•Down Button ............................................ 墌 pg. 39

•A. DUB Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 40

DPLAY Button*

FFF Button*

GSTOP Button*

HPAUSE Button*

JR.A.EDIT ON/OFF Button ................... 墌 pg. 42, 43

KVCR REC STBY Button ............................ 墌 pg. 43

*Functions the same as each corresponding button on

the camcorder.

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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications

During Tape Recording Only During Tape Playback

During Memory Card Recording Only During Memory Card Playback

During Both Tape And Memory Card Recording

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1Appears when “NAVIGATION” is set to

other than “MANUAL” ................................ 墌 pg. 21

2Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect .... 墌 pg. 28

3Appears when in the Squeeze, Cinema or

D.WIDE mode ............................................ 墌 pg. 33

4Rotates while the tape is running .............. 墌 pg. 12

5Appears while the captured image is being

stored as a thumbnail image in the memory

card ........................................................... 墌 pg. 21

6Displays the recording mode (SP or LP) ... 墌 pg. 10

7Displays the tape remaining time .............. 墌 pg. 12

8•“REC” appears during recording

•“PAUSE” appears during

Record-Standby mode ............................ 墌 pg. 12

9Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut

down on noise created by wind ................. 墌 pg. 33

0•Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert

Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged .... 墌 pg. 40

•5S/Anim.: Displays the 5 second recording mode

or Animation recording mode

(GR-DX106 only) ............................... 墌 pg. 26, 33

!Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds

after turning on the camcorder .................. 墌 pg. 32

@Displays the Time Code ...................... 墌 pg. 14, 35

#Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is

engaged .................................................... 墌 pg. 33

$Displays the image size ............................ 墌 pg. 11

%Appears and blinks during shooting .......... 墌 pg. 17

^• : Appears during shooting ................ 墌 pg. 17

• : Blinks when a memory card

is not loaded ................................... 墌 pg. 17

&Displays the picture quality

There are 2 modes available: F (Fine) and

S (Standard) (in order of quality) ............... 墌 pg. 11

*•Displays the remaining number of shots that can

be stored.

The number increases or decreases depending on

the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. ........ 墌 pg. 17

•Displays the remaining number of storable

thumbnail images when it reaches

10 or less. .......................................... 墌 pg. 21, 22

•Displays the memory card remaining time for

E-Mail Clip Recording ............................. 墌 pg. 22

(Displays the E-Mail Clip Recording time ... 墌 pg. 22

)Appears when the Power Switch is

set to “ ” ................................................. 墌 pg. 13

q• : Appears when Night-Scope is

engaged ....................................... 墌 pg. 27

• : Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”

and the shutter speed is being automatically

adjusted ........................................ 墌 pg. 33

wAppears when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO ” in the

Menu Screen ............................................. 墌 pg. 25

eAppears when the white balance is

adjusted ..................................................... 墌 pg. 31

r•“ⴣ”:Appears when the exposure is

adjusted ........................................ 墌 pg. 30

• : Appears when backlight compensation

is used .......................................... 墌 pg. 30

tDisplays the selected Programme AE with

special effects ............................................ 墌 pg. 27

yAppears when the iris is locked ................. 墌 pg. 31

uApproximate zoom ratio: Appears during

zooming ..................................................... 墌 pg. 13

iAppears during zooming

Zoom level indicator ............................ 墌 pg. 13

oDisplays the brightness of the

LCD monitor .............................................. 墌 pg. 12

The level indicator moves.

pAppears during Self-Timer recording

(GR-DX106 only) ....................................... 墌 pg. 26

QAppears when taking a Snapshot ....... 墌 pg. 17, 29

WDisplays the battery remaining

power level ................................................ 墌 pg. 56

EDisplays the date/time ................... 墌 pg. 10, 34, 36

RAppears when the focus is adjusted

manually .............................................. 墌 pg. 29, 30

TAppears when the flash is ready.

A number appears next to the indication after

adjusting the brightness of the flash .......... 墌 pg. 25

YDisplays the sound mode .................... 墌 pg. 35, 36

UDisplays the Blank Search mode .............. 墌 pg. 15

IDisplays the tape speed ............................ 墌 pg. 10

OAppears while a tape is running

:Playback

:Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search

:Rewind/Shuttle Search

6:Pause

:Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow-

Motion

6:Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow-

Motion

e:Audio Dubbing

6e :Audio Dubbing Pause

P•BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD

monitor ................................ 墌 pg. 12

•VOLUME : Displays the

speaker volume .................. 墌 pg. 14

The level indicator moves.

aDisplays the operation mode ..................... 墌 pg. 19

sDisplays the folder and file number ........... 墌 pg. 19

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WARNING INDICATIONS

(high) (exhausted)

Displays the battery remaining power level. As the

battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator

blinks (battery power warning). When the battery

power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

Appears when no tape is loaded. (墌 pg. 9)

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”

while the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ” and the

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to “VIDEO”. (墌 pg. 9)

HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING

CASSETTE

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during

recording or playback. Use an optional cleaning

cassette. (墌 pg. 49)

CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is

displayed, wait more than 1 hour until condensation

disappears.

TAPE!

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording

Start/Stop Button ! or SNAPSHOT Button 9 is

pressed while the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or

“” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch t is set to

“VIDEO”.

TAPE END

Appears when the tape ends during recording or

playback.

SET DATE/TIME!

•Appears when the date/time is not set. (墌 pg. 10)

•Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is

discharged and the previously set date/time is erased.

(墌 pg. 49)

LENS CAP

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the

lens cap is attached.

A. DUB ERROR!

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank

portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 40)

A. DUB ERROR!

•Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape

recorded in the LP mode.

•Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape

recorded in 16-bit audio.

•Appears if A. DUB (e) S on the remote control is

pressed when the erase protection tab is set to

“SAVE”. (墌 pg. 40)

INSERT ERROR!

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank

portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 40)

INSERT ERROR!

•Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape

recorded in the LP mode.

•Appears if INSERT (w) A on the remote control is

pressed when the erase protection tab is set to

“SAVE”. (墌 pg. 40)

MEMORY IS FULL

Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and

shooting is not possible.

COPYING FAILED

Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is at-

tempted while this camcorder is being used as a

recorder.

COPYING FAILED

Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a

tape to a memory card:

–when no memory card is loaded.

– when the memory card's memory is full.

– when the memory card is not formatted.

MEMORY CARD!

Appears if there is no memory card loaded when you

attempt to record on a memory card or access data on

a memory card.

PLEASE FORMAT

Appears when there is a problem with a memory card

and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been initialised.

Initialise the memory card. (墌 pg. 24)

NO IMAGES STORED

Appears if there are no image files stored on the

memory card when you attempt memory card

playback.

NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED

Appears if there are no video clip files stored on the

memory card when you attempt memory card

playback. (墌 pg. 22)

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CARD ERROR!

Appears when the camcorder does not recognize the

loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once

and insert it again. Repeat these procedures until no

indication appears. If the indication still appears, the

memory card is corrupted.

UNSUPPORTED FILE!

Appears if a file in another format is selected.

CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH

• Appears when you attempt to record on a SD Memory

Card with its write/erase protection tab in the “LOCK”

position.

•Appears when you attempt Memory Card menu

operation using a SD Memory Card with its write/

erase protection tab in the “LOCK” position.

E01, E02 or E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE

REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY

The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type

of malfunction has occured. 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.

E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT

AND REINSERT TAPE

The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of

malfunction has occured. When an error indication

appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject

the cassette once and re-insert 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.

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Gain Up .......................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Grip Adjustment ............................................... 墌 pg. 8

Icons ...................................................... 墌 pg. 32 – 36

Index Playback ............................................... 墌 pg. 19

Index Screen .................................................. 墌 pg. 19

Initialise A Memory Card ................................ 墌 pg. 24

Insert Editing .................................................. 墌 pg. 40

Iris .................................................................. 墌 pg. 31

Iris Lock .......................................................... 墌 pg. 31

Journalistic Shooting ...................................... 墌 pg. 13

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications ....... 墌 pg. 54 – 57

Load A Tape ..................................................... 墌 pg. 9

Maintenance .................................................. 墌 pg. 50

Manual Focus ................................................ 墌 pg. 30

Memory Card ........................................... 墌 pg. 11, 48

Menu Screen, CAMERA .......................... 墌 pg. 32, 33

Menu Screen, CAMERA DISPLAY .......... 墌 pg. 34, 35

Menu Screen, DSC .................................. 墌 pg. 11, 35

Menu Screen, MANUAL ................................. 墌 pg. 33

Menu Screen, SYSTEM ................................. 墌 pg. 34

Menu Screen, VIDEO .................................... 墌 pg. 35

Menu Screen, VIDEO DISPLAY .................... 墌 pg. 36

Monotone ....................................................... 墌 pg. 27

Motor Drive Mode .......................................... 墌 pg. 29

MultiMediaCard ........................................ 墌 pg. 11, 48

NAVIGATION function .............................. 墌 pg. 21, 22

Night-Scope ................................................... 墌 pg. 27

Picture Quality/Image Size ............................. 墌 pg. 11

Picture Wipe/Dissolve .................................... 墌 pg. 43

Playback Special Effects ................................ 墌 pg. 39

Playback Zoom .............................................. 墌 pg. 39

Power-Linked Operation ................................ 墌 pg. 13

Power Switch Position ................................... 墌 pg. 13

Programme AE With Special Effects .............. 墌 pg. 27

Protecting Files .............................................. 墌 pg. 20

Provided Accessories ....................................... 墌 pg. 5

AC Adapter ................................................... 墌 pg. 7, 8

Analogue Input ......................................... 墌 pg. 35, 37

Animation ....................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Audio Dubbing ............................................... 墌 pg. 40

Auto Date ....................................................... 墌 pg. 34

Auto Focus ..................................................... 墌 pg. 29

Auto Playback ................................................ 墌 pg. 19

Auto Shut off ...................................... 墌 pg. 12, 15, 17

Backlight Compensation ................................ 墌 pg. 30

Battery Low .................................................... 墌 pg. 56

Battery Pack ........................................... 墌 pg. 7, 8, 48

Beep ............................................................... 墌 pg. 34

Blank Search .................................................. 墌 pg. 15

Brighten The LCD Monitor ............................. 墌 pg. 12

Channels (Left/Right) ..................................... 墌 pg. 36

Charge The Battery Pack ................................. 墌 pg. 7

Cinema ........................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Classic Film .................................................... 墌 pg. 27

Clean The Camcorder .................................... 墌 pg. 50

Connections ....................... 墌 pg. 7, 16, 37, 38, 42, 44

Darken The LCD Monitor ............................... 墌 pg. 12

Date/Time Display .................................. 墌 pg. 34 – 36

Date/Time Settings ......................................... 墌 pg. 10

Deleting Files ................................................. 墌 pg. 20

Demonstration Mode .................................. 墌 pg. 6, 34

Digital Zoom ............................................. 墌 pg. 13, 32

DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ......................... 墌 pg. 33

Dioptre Adjustment ........................................... 墌 pg. 8

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ........... 墌 pg. 23, 24

Dubbing .................................................... 墌 pg. 37, 38

E-Mail Clip Recording .................................... 墌 pg. 22

Erase Protection .............................................. 墌 pg. 9

Exposure Control ........................................... 墌 pg. 30

Fade-In/Out .................................................... 墌 pg. 28

Fast-Forward The Tape .................................. 墌 pg. 14

5-Second Recording Mode ............................ 墌 pg. 26

Flash .............................................................. 墌 pg. 25

Frame-By-Frame Playback ............................ 墌 pg. 39

TERMS

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Random Assemble Editing ..................... 墌 pg. 41 – 43

Record-Standby ............................................. 墌 pg. 12

Recording Mode ............................................. 墌 pg. 10

Red-Eye Reduction ........................................ 墌 pg. 25

Remote Control .......................................... 墌 pg. 5, 39

Reset .............................................................. 墌 pg. 34

Rewind The Tape ........................................... 墌 pg. 14

SD Memory Card ..................................... 墌 pg. 11, 48

Self-Recording ............................................... 墌 pg. 13

Self-Timer ....................................................... 墌 pg. 26

Sepia .............................................................. 墌 pg. 27

Set Remote Control/VCR Code ..................... 墌 pg. 41

Shuttle Search ............................................... 墌 pg. 14

Shutter Speed ................................................ 墌 pg. 27

Slow-Motion Playback .............................. 墌 pg. 14, 39

Snapshot .................................................. 墌 pg. 17, 29

Snapshot Mode .............................................. 墌 pg. 29

Snow .............................................................. 墌 pg. 27

Sound Mode ....................................... 墌 pg. 32, 35, 36

Speaker Volume ............................................. 墌 pg. 14

Specifications ................................................. 墌 pg. 51

Sports ............................................................. 墌 pg. 27

Spotlight ......................................................... 墌 pg. 27

Squeeze ......................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Still Playback .................................................. 墌 pg. 14

Strobe ............................................................ 墌 pg. 27

Tally ................................................................ 墌 pg. 34

Tele Macro ..................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Time Code ......................................... 墌 pg. 14, 35, 36

Tripod Mounting ............................................... 墌 pg. 9

Twilight ........................................................... 墌 pg. 27

Unload A Tape .................................................. 墌 pg. 9

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position .................. 墌 pg. 13

White Balance ................................................ 墌 pg. 31

Wide Mode ..................................................... 墌 pg. 33

Wind Cut ........................................................ 墌 pg. 33

Wipe In/Out .................................................... 墌 pg. 28

Zooming ......................................................... 墌 pg. 13

TERMS

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