GR-D340PAL.book Page 1 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 2 – 5 and 11 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D320E/EK 8 GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 ADVANCED FEATURES 23 REFERENCES 36 TERMS 43 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 2 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 2 EN READ THIS FIRST ! ● Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. ● We recommend cleaning your video heads before use. If you haven’t used your camcorder for a while, the heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 3 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 4 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 4 EN When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out). No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 5 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM EN SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 6 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 6 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. (墌 pg. 31) Simply pressing the BACKLIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. (墌 pg. 29) ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: TOC_Heading0_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 7 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 ADVANCED FEATURES Index ................................................................. 8 Provided Accessories ..................................... 11 Power.............................................................. 12 Operation Mode .............................................. 14 Auto/Manual Mode ..................................... 14 Power-Linked Operation.....................
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 9 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM Controls Other Parts A Rewind Button [3] (墌 pg. 21) U LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 18) V Viewfinder (墌 pg. 16) W Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 13) X Shoulder Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 12) Y Speaker (墌 pg. 21) Z Grip Strap (墌 pg. 15) a Lens b Camera Sensor Left Button [ ] (墌 pg. 15) Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW] (墌 pg. 20) B Set Button [SET] (墌 pg. 15) Data Battery Button [DATA] (墌 pg. 13) C Stop Button [8] (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 10 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 10 EN GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording 89 0qw e r t y 10 x 1 2 3 1/50 4 5 B/W 6 7 u i o R Wipe/Fader Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 31) S Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 25) T Time Code (墌 pg. 25) U Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 28) Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ Viewfinder) (墌 pg. 16) BRIGHT V Date/Time (墌 pg. 15) 1.1.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 11 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM GETTING STARTED Before Using This Camcorder EN 11 Provided Accessories Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark . This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked “ ” can be used with this unit. OR GETTING STARTED Remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 12 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 12 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Lens Cap Power To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. NOTE: Charging The Battery Pack To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 13 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM GETTING STARTED Slide the battery pack upward while pressing PUSH BATT. to detach it. Battery pack Charging time BN-VF707U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 min. BN-VF733U Approx. 5 hr. 40 min. * Provided NOTES: ● It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camcorder. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 14 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 14 EN GETTING STARTED Using AC Power Perform steps 4 – 6 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. Operation Mode To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 15 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM GETTING STARTED Power-Linked Operation Language Settings fully. (墌 pg. 18) Set the recording mode to “M”. (墌 pg. 14) D I S PLAY . The DISPLAY Menu appears. 7 Press MENU. The Menu Screen closes. NOTES: MONTH.DATE.YEAR 1 . 24h 1 . 2006 3 : 13 or to select the desired date display format, and then press SET or . Select from “MONTH.DATE.YEAR”, “DATE.MONTH.YEAR” or “YEAR.MONTH.DATE”.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 16 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 16 EN GETTING STARTED Viewfinder Adjustment 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability. 3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 17 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. PUSH Cassette holder cover OPEN/EJECT EN 17 ● Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. ● When the battery pack’s charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force.
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 18 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 18 EN VIDEO RECORDING Tape Remaining Time Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (墌 pg. 12) ● Loading A Cassette (墌 pg. 17) Power Zoom Lever POWER/CHARGE Lamp Approximate tape remaining 62 min time appears on the display. “---min” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 19 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM VIDEO RECORDING Zooming Journalistic Shooting Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 20 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 20 EN VIDEO RECORDING NOTES: ● The time code cannot be reset. ● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly. ● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON”. (墌 pg. 25) Quick Review Enables to check the end of the last recording. 1) Press QUICK REVIEW during the Recording-Standby mode.
MasterPage: Video_Heading0_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 21 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback 5 4/9 3 VOL. +/– Lock Button EN 21 Once you release the button, normal playback resumes. ● A slight mosaic effect appears on the display during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction. ATTENTION: During Shuttle Search, parts of the picture may not be clearly visible, particularly on the left side of the screen.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 22 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 22 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK Connections To A TV Or VCR 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration. If using a VCR, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set To AV connector the TV to its VIDEO mode.
ADVANCED FEATURES MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 23 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. (墌 pg. 23 – 26) Lock button EN 23 Video Recording Menus FUNCTION (墌 pg. 24) SETTING (墌 pg. 24) SYSTEM (墌 pg. 25) DISPLAY (墌 pg. 25) 1) Press or to select the desired selection and press SET or .
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 24 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 24 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Recording Menus FUNCTION The menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”. [ ] = Factory-preset WIPE/FADER (墌 pg. 31), “Wipe or Fader Effects” EFFECT (墌 pg. 31), “Program AE, Effects and Shutter Effects” ● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 25 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function. ON : Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “ ” indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. SYSTEM The “SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “REC” are also applied when the Power switch is set to “PLAY”. [ ] = Factory-preset.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 26 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 26 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Playback Menus [ ] = Factory-preset SOUND MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. BRIGHT 墌 pg. 16, “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display”. DATE/TIME [OFF] / ON [OFF]: The date/time does not appear.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 27 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING This camcorder allows you to choose the type of image output format for recording. [ ] = Factory-preset 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Press 16:9 button repeatedly to choose your selection. 4:3 16:9 [4:3]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. When using this mode on a TV with a normal screen ratio, refer to your TV’s instruction manual.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 28 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 28 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual Focus Exposure Control The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode 3 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 29 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light. Use this function in the following situations: ● When shooting a moving subject. ● 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.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 30 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 30 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING White Balance Adjustment The white balance refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/ tint reproduction.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 31 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “M” (墌 pg. 14). 3 Set “WIPE/FADER” (墌 pg. 24) ● The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the effect is reserved. ● The selected effect indicator appears.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 32 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 32 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING PROGRAM AE SHUTTER OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) 50 SHUTTER 1/50: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. SHUTTER 1/120: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a second.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 33 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM EDITING EN 33 1 Following the illustrations, connect the Dubbing To A VCR camcorder and the VCR’s input connectors. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. (墌 pg. 21) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s instruction manual). 4 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR, then stop playback on the camcorder.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 34 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 34 EN EDITING Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little, if any, image or sound deterioration. 1 Make sure all units are turned off.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 35 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM EDITING Connection To A Personal Computer It is also possible to transfer still/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the software equipped with the PC or commercially available software. If you are using a Windows® XP, you can use Windows® Messenger to conduct video conferences over the Internet, using a camcorder. For details, refer to the help for the Windows® Messenger.
REFERENCES MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 36 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 36 EN TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 37 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM TROUBLESHOOTING EN 37 The colour of Snapshot looks strange. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears. ● The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. HFind a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. (墌 pg. 27) ● The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 38 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 38 EN TROUBLESHOOTING Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor. ● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is set to “FINDER”. HPush the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to “LCD”. (墌 pg. 23, 25) ● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark. HAdjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 16) HIf the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 39 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM USER MAINTENANCE EN 39 Cleaning The Camcorder Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC Adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 40 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 40 EN CAUTIONS Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: ● To avoid hazards NOTES: Terminals ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 41 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM CAUTIONS ● For safety, DO NOT ... open the camcorder’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. ... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. ... leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D340PAL.book Page 42 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM 42 EN SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.0 W (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 3.4 W (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Dimensions (W x H x D) 59 mm x 94 mm x 114mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Weight Approx. 400g (without battery, cassette and lens cap) Approx. 480g (incl.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D340PAL.book Page 43 Thursday, November 10, 2005 5:01 PM TERMS EN 43 A S AC Adapter .................................................... 14 Auto/Manual Mode ......................................... 14 Shutter Effect ................................................. 32 Snapshot Mode .............................................. 27 Sound Mode ............................................ 24, 26 Speaker Volume ............................................ 21 Specifications ...
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