GR-D790US.book Page 1 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 3 – 5 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D790U For Accessories: 7 GETTING STARTED RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 26 ADVANCED FEATURES 31 REFERENCES 46 TERMS 52 For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 2 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 40) Simply pressing the button brightens the image darkened by backlight. ( pg. 39) Fade in Data Battery Fade out You can check the battery status by simply pressing the DATA button. ( pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 3 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM EN 3 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 awhile, the heads may be dirty. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with a cleaning cassette (optional).
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 4 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 4 EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 5 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM USER MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 6 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 6 EN CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 7 ADVANCED FEATURES Regarding This Manual ................................. 7 Provided Accessories .................................... 7 Index..............................................................8 Grip Adjustment...........................................12 Power ..........................................................13 Language Settings.......................................
MasterPage: Video_Heading0_Right GR-D790US.book Page 7 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM GETTING STARTED Regarding This Manual EN 7 Provided Accessories Control Lever LCD Monitor OR OR Control lever There are two kinds of operation using the control lever: moving the lever towards up/down/left/right, or pressing down the lever. They are described and illustrated as shown below. Battery Pack BN-VF808U Audio/Video Cable (ø3.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 8 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 8 EN GETTING STARTED Index 89 o ~) 36 27 28 29 30 31 34 ! # " 24 25 5 6 7 $ 33 32 % 20 21 143 2 26 &( How to open the LCD monitor Pull on the end A of the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. Power-linked operation When the power switch is set to “REC”, you can also turn the camcorder on/off by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 9 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM GETTING STARTED 11 : Left/Rewind (1) ( pg. 21)/ Quick Review [QUICK REVIEW] ( pg. 18) 2 : Right/Fast-Forward (¡) ( pg. 21)/ LED Light [LIGHT] ( pg. 36) 3 : Up/Play/Pause (6) ( pg. 21)/ Manual Focus [FOCUS] ( pg. 37) 4 : Down/Stop (7) ( pg. 21)/ Backlight Compensation [ ] ( pg. 39)/ Spot Exposure ( pg. 39) Press down : SET 2VIDEO/MEMORY Switch 316:9 Wide Screen Button [16:9] ( pg. 17) Blank Search [BLANK] ( pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 10 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 10 EN GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording 9 During Video Recording Only 12 34 16:9 # " LP 5 – – –min REC 6 7 WH 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ! 1Tape Running Indicator (Rotates while tape is running.) 2Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( pg. 17) (only 16:9 indicator is displayed) 3Live Slow Indicator ( pg. 36) 4Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) ( pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 11 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM GETTING STARTED During Video Playback 1 2 34 LP 5 6 x3 11 1 2 100-0013 12 B I T / M I X L 3 11:13 AM DEC. 6. 2007 VO LUME 1 1 : 1 3 AM D E C . 6 . 20 0 7 2 0 : 2 1 : 25 8 7 1Battery Remaining Power Indicator 2Sound L/R Indicator ( pg. 35) 3Blank Search Indicator ( pg. 22) 4Tape Speed (SP/LP) ( pg. 35) (only LP indicator is displayed) 5Variable Search Speed Indicator: x-10, x-3, x3 and x10 ( pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 12 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 12 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Lens Cap Grip Adjustment To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. Open the pad and make grip adjustments. ● Before making the adjustment, remove any security tags that may be attached to the velcro. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder. Place here during shooting.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 13 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM GETTING STARTED Power EN 13 Charging The Battery Pack POWER/CHARGE Lamp Battery pack mount Arrow 2 1 Battery pack BATT. Power Switch To DC connector Lock Button AC Adapter To AC outlet ● 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.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 14 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 14 EN GETTING STARTED Using The Battery Pack Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery Pack” ( pg. 13). Maximum continuous recording time ● If “COMMUNICATION ERROR” appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press DATA several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on Using AC Power BN-VF808U* 1 hr.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 15 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM GETTING STARTED Date/Time Settings 1 Select 15 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display CLOCK ADJ. MONTH. DATE. YEAR EN 12h 1 Select JAN. 03. 2007 02 : 10 AM BRIGHT The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off. ( pg. 34, 35) Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Language Settings” ( pg. 14). 1 Select “DISPLAY”, press SET or 2. 2 Select “CLOCK ADJ.”, press SET or 2.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 16 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 16 EN GETTING STARTED Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. • Appears if a tape is loaded while the Power Switch is set to “REC”. • Blinks when no tape is loaded.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 17 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM GETTING STARTED Card Cover ( ) 17 16:9 Wide Mode You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size. By default, the camera is set to record videos at the 16:9 size. Memory card (Optional) Clipped edge 1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. 2 Open the card cover ( ). 3 To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first. To unload a memory card, push it once.
RECORDING & PLAYBACK MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 18 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 18 EN VIDEO RECORDING ● When a blank portion is left between recorded Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power ( pg. 13) ● Loading A Cassette ( pg. 16) ● Remove the lens cap. ( pg. 12) ● Open the LCD monitor fully. ● Select videos at 4:3 size or 16:9 (wide) size. ( pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 19 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM VIDEO RECORDING EN 19 Interface Shooting While recording Zoom out Zoom in W: Wide angle T: Telephoto ● You can zoom in up to 34X by using the optical zoom. ● Zoom magnification over 34X is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 900X. Set (ZOOM) to [68X] or [900X]. ( pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 20 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 20 EN VIDEO RECORDING Time Code Recording From The Middle Of A Tape During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. 1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search ( pg. 22) to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. ( pg.
MasterPage: Video_Heading0_Right GR-D790US.book Page 21 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK ● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD VOL. +/– VIDEO/ MEMORY Lock Button Power Switch 1 21 NOTES: Normal Playback BLANK 6 ¡ EN monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. ( pg. 23) ● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 22 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 22 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK Variable Shuttle Search Blank Search Allows variable-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press ¡ once or twice for forward search, or 1 once or twice for reverse search. Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. ( pg. 20) 1 x-10 ¡ x-3 x3 x10 2) To resume normal playback, press 6.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 23 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK Connections To A TV Or VCR EN 23 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.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 24 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 24 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK Playback Using The Remote Control Buttons And Functions A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 25 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 25 1) Press PLAY (3) to start video playback. Or perform normal playback of images. SLOW ( ) PLAY (Left) PAUSE or (Up) SLOW ( ) (Right) SHIFT STOP or (Down) Zoom (T/W) Slow-Motion Playback During normal video playback, press SLOW ( or ) more than approx. 2 seconds. ● After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback resumes. ● To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE (PAUSE).
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D790US.book Page 26 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 26 EN D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. Approximate Number of Storable Images ● The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 27 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM D.S.C. PLAYBACK Normal Playback Of Images Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. VIDEO/MEMORY Lock Button EN 27 Auto Playback Of Images You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D790US.book Page 28 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 28 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. 6 Select “EXECUTE”, press SET. Resetting The File Name By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 27). 1 Select 2 Press MENU. 3 Select “NO.RESET”, press SET or 2. The NO.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 29 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 27). 1 Select 2 Press MENU. 3 Select “DELETE”, press SET or 2. The DELETE Menu appears. ● Press 1 whenever you want to return to the previous menu screen.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 30 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 30 EN ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” ( pg. 29). 2 Select “CURRENT”, press SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears. To Reset The Number Of Prints 1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” ( pg. 29). 2 Select “RESET”, press SET or 2. The DPOF screen appears.
ADVANCED FEATURES MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 31 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-touse, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( pg. 31 – 35) VIDEO/MEMORY Power Switch Lock Button 1 Select EN 31 4 Select the desired function, press SET or 2. The selected function menu appears. Example: FUNCTION menu.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 32 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 32 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT In the following pages, [ ] refers to Factory preset settings. Recording Menus FUNCTION ● The following menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “REC”. ● Each setting (except “EFFECT” and “SHUTTER”) which is set in Video Recording Menu is also applied in the D.S.C. Recording Menu. WIPE/FADER* ( pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 33 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 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. * Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”. IMAGE SIZE* [640 x 480 F] / 640 x 480 S The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 34 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 34 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT DISPLAY The “DISPLAY” settings (except “CLOCK ADJ.”, “16:9 OUTPUT” and “BRIGHT”) are effective only for shooting. 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.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 35 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT VTR The settings below are effective only for video playback except “REC MODE” and “SNAP/ SLOW”. The parameters (except “SOUND L/ R”, “[T] ➝ [M] COPY” and “NARRATION” settings) are the same as in the description on page 33. SOUND L/R and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D790US.book Page 36 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 36 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING LED Light Live Slow LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting. LIGHT This feature is useful for recording or playing back precious or hard-to-see moments at a slow speed. Sound is recorded and played back in real time. LED Light 1 Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. The light is on always.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 37 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Snapshot (Record Still Image On Tape) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 3 Set the recording mode to “M”. ( pg. 20) 4 Set “REC SELECT” to “ / ” or “ EN 37 Manual Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 38 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 38 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Exposure Control Iris Lock Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations: ● When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. ● When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. ● When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 39 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure. 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to M”. ( pg. 20) SET “ 3 Press so that the Backlight Compensation indicator “ ” appears.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 40 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 40 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual White Balance Adjustment Wipe Or Fader Effects 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. Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. 1 Set the Power White paper 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 41 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN 41 1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”. 2 Set the recording mode to “M”. ( pg. 20) 3 Set “EFFECT”, “PROGRAM AE” or NIGHT : 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. During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus.
MasterPage: Advan_Heading0_Right GR-D790US.book Page 42 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 42 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDINGS Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 Load a cassette. ( pg. 16) 2 Load a memory card. ( pg. 17) 3 Set “SNAP/SLOW” to the desired mode. (except “SLOW”, pg. 33, 35) 4 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 5 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 43 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM EDITING Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little, if any, image or sound deterioration. To DV IN/OUT EN 43 NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 44 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 44 EN EDITING Connection To A Personal Computer [A] Using USB cable OR [B] Using DV cable To DV IN/OUT To USB [A] Using USB cable It is possible to transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC. [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.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 45 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM EDITING Audio Dubbing EN 45 Insert Editing The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes. ( pg. 33) ● Use the provided remote control. Speaker 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 out points. The original audio remains unchanged. ● Use the provided remote control.
REFERENCES MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D790US.book Page 46 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 46 EN TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. No power is supplied. ● The power is not connected properly. ➜Connect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 13) ● The battery pack is not attached firmly. ➜Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it firmly. ( pg. 14) ● The battery is dead.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 47 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM TROUBLESHOOTING ➜If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. ( pg. 8) Aspect ratio is strange If the aspect ratio of the video you are playing is strange, change the setting in “16:9 OUTPUT”. ( pg. 34, 35) The remote control does not work. ● “REMOTE” is set to “OFF”. ➜Set “REMOTE” to “ON”. ( pg. 34) ● The remote control does not point at the remote sensor. ➜Point at the remote sensor. ( pg.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left GR-D790US.book Page 48 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 48 EN CAUTIONS AC Adapter When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 49 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM CAUTIONS To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions: ● During use ... make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark. ... make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting. ● While the memory card is being accessed (during recording, playback, deletion, initialization, etc.) ... never unload the memory card and never turn off the camcorder.
MasterPage: Left GR-D790US.book Page 50 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM 50 EN CAUTIONS 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 checkups please consult your nearest JVC dealer. How To Handle A CD-ROM ● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface).
MasterPage: Start_Right GR-D790US.book Page 51 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM SPECIFICATIONS For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 2.2 W (2.3 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 2.7 W (2.8 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Approx. 7.
MasterPage: BackCover Back cover GR-D790US.book Page 52 Tuesday, November 7, 2006 1:39 PM EN TERMS AC Adapter ....................14 Audio Dubbing ...............45 Auto/Manual Mode ........20 J B Journalistic Shooting ..... 19 Backlight Compensation 39 Battery Pack ......13, 14, 48 Blank Search .................22 Bright .................15, 34, 35 L C Cam Reset .....................34 Changing The Menu Settings ...........31 – 35 Charging The Battery Pack .................................
Filename [M7D1_01Cov.fm] M7D1.book Page 1 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Contents ENGLISH SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT....... 2 Notice for Users ................................................. 4 System Requirements........................................ 4 Software Installation (Windows®)....................... 5 Connecting (Windows®)..................................... 6 Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows®) .............................
Master Page: Right M7D1.book Page 2 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM (3) You have no right to grant a license to use the Program, and may not distribute, rent, lease or transfer the Program to any third party or otherwise let them use the Program. JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT 4 LIMITED WARRANTY TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC.
Master Page: Left M7D1.book Page 3 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM 6 TERM This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach.
Master Page: Right M7D1.book Page 4 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Notice for Users Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/ english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready.
Master Page: Left M7D1.book Page 5 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Then, [Select Program Folder] screen appears. Software Installation (Windows®) Follow the procedure described below to install the software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.) Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 This application is used to organize still images and convert them into a variety of formats. Click [Next]. [Setup Status] screen appears.
Master Page: Right M7D1.book Page 6 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows®) Connecting (Windows®) Connecting the USB cable Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC. 1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. Camcorder 2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/ To USB Connector MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the camcorder’s Power PC Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Master Page: Left M7D1.book Page 7 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Copying Files to the PC (Windows®) 2 Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon. Still image files that are stored in a memory card can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC. 1 Perform the procedure in “Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows®)” (墌 pg. 6). 6 The folders in the memory card appear. Still images DPOF setting data Different file types are stored in different folders.
Master Page: Right M7D1.book Page 8 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Playing Back Files on the PC (Windows®) 4 Click [OK]. Windows® 2000: If a message indicating that the device can be safely removed appears, click [OK] and then click [Close]. Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, double-click the still image file (extension “.jpg”).
Master Page: Left M7D1.book Page 9 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Macintosh) Connections (Macintosh) Connect the USB cable to copy still image files in a memory card to the PC. Camcorder USB Cable 1 Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. To USB Connector 2 Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/ PC 3 To USB Connector 4 1 To assure safety, make sure all 2 units are turned off before making any connections.
Master Page: Right M7D1.book Page 10 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM NOTES: ● Saving the wrong kinds of files in a memory card or deleting files or folders from a memory card can cause problems with the operation of the camcorder. When it is necessary to delete a file from a memory card, delete it through the camcorder. ● Never disconnect the USB cable while “ ” is displayed on the camcorder’s LCD monitor.
Master Page: Left M7D1.book Page 11 Friday, October 20, 2006 12:58 PM Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh) Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. 1 Drop the memory card User’s Guide/Help/Readme (Windows®) This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection. For more details of each software, refer to its user’s guide/help/Readme. 䡲 Digital Photo Navigator icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon.
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