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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DF470
GR-DF450
GR-DF430
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are
of the GR-DF470.
The D.S.C (Digital Still Camera) features are available on
GR-DF470 and GR-DF450.
INSTRUCTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 – 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of
this product.
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450
only)
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of the camcorder. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 36, 39)
LYT1426-001C
ENGLISH
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Page 1: Digital Video Camera
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA GR-DF430 (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ ADVANCED FEATURES For Accessories: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ REFERENCES TERMS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. - Page 2 Major Features of this Camcorder Navigation Function* Wipe/Fader Effects The Navigation Function helps you check You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make tape contents by making thumbnail images pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 47) on a memory card. ( pg.
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Page 3: Safety Precautions
This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on 1. Read these instructions. all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") 2. Keep these instructions. or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS GETTING STARTED ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF470/450 only) ........31 Index ..............6 E-Mail Clip Recording ........31 Provided Accessories ........11 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape Power.............. 13 To A Memory Card ........32 Operation Mode ..........15 Resetting The File Name ........ -
Page 6: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Index... - Page 7 GETTING STARTED Controls Connectors Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 36) The connectors are located beneath the covers. Data Battery Button [BATT. DATA] ( pg. 14) S-Video Input/Output Connector [S] E-Mail Clip Recording Button [E-MAIL]* pg. 23, 51) pg. 31) Microphone connector [MIC] ( pg.
- Page 8 GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only (GR-DF470/ 450 only) During Video Recording Only 34 5 1024 INTERVAL 1h40m Image Size: 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) ( pg. 40) : Interval Shooting Icon ( pg.
- Page 9 GETTING STARTED During Both Video And D.S.C.* Recording During Video Playback B I T 1 5 x W BLANK SEARCH PUSH "STOP" BUTTON TO CANCEL BRIGHT N OV 2 0 : 10 : 10 : Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 40) Operation Mode ( pg.
- Page 10 So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. BR I GHT It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes. Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of commercially available cassette tapes complying with the MiniDV standard, but JVC brand cassette Operation Mode Indicator ( pg.
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Page 11: Provided Accessories
GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories NOTES: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. - Page 12 GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Shoulder Strap How To Use The Audio Extension Cable Follow the illustration. When using an optional external microphone, connect to the provided Audio extension cable Thread the strap through the eyelet. (with a core filter attached), then connect the Fold it back and thread it through the strap Audio extension cable to the camcorder.
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Page 13: Power
GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter Power Attach the core filters to the cables. The core This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system filter reduces interference. lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units Release the stoppers on both ends of the with other equipment. - Page 14 ● This product includes patented and other NOTES: proprietary technology and will operate only ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN- VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using following conditions: generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage •...
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Page 15: Operation Mode
GETTING STARTED Using AC Power M (Manual Recording): Allows you to set various recording functions Perform step 4 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. using the Menus. ( pg. 36) NOTE: If you want more creative capabilities than Full The provided AC Adapter features automatic Auto Recording, try this mode. -
Page 16: Language Settings
GETTING STARTED Language Settings Grip Adjustment The language on the display can be changed. Adjust the velcro strip. pg. 36, 39, 41) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing the grip. down the Lock Button located on the switch. -
Page 17: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display
GETTING STARTED Brightness Adjustment Of The Loading/Unloading A Cassette Display The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Set the Power Switch MENU Cassette holder cover to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock PUSH HERE Button located on the OPEN/EJECT... -
Page 18: Loading/Unloading A Memory Card (Gr-Df470/450 Only)
GETTING STARTED NOTES: NOTES: If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder Some brands of memory cards are not compatible does not open, close the cassette holder cover with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory and try again. If the cassette holder still does not card, consult its manufacturer or dealer. -
Page 19: Video Recording & Playback
VIDEO RECORDING NOTES: Basic Recording If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off NOTE: automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, Before continuing, perform the procedures listed push back and pull out the viewfinder again or below: close and re-open the LCD monitor. -
Page 20: Zooming
VIDEO RECORDING Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to NOTES: the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom The image will not appear simultaneously on the Lever is set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE LCD monitor and the viewfinder. -
Page 21: Time Code
VIDEO RECORDING Time Code Quick Review During recording, a time code is recorded on the Enables to check the end of the last recording. tape. This code is to confirm the location of the 1) Press Q.REVIEW during the Recording- recorded scene on the tape during playback. -
Page 22: Video Playback
VIDEO PLAYBACK Shuttle Search Normal Playback Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. MENU Power Switch 1) During playback, press 5 for forward VIDEO/ MEMORY* search, or 3 for reverse search. VOL. +/– Lock Button 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9. During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. -
Page 23: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr
The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the The detected blank portion may be located YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC between recorded scenes. Before you start Service Center described on the sheet included recording, make sure there is no recorded scene in the package for details on its availability. -
Page 24: Playback Using The Remote Control
VIDEO PLAYBACK Beam Effective Area (indoor use) NOTES: It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as When using the remote the power supply instead of the battery pack. control, be sure to point it pg. 15) at the remote sensor. To monitor the picture and sound from the The transmitted beam’s camcorder without inserting a tape or memory... -
Page 25: Slow-Motion Playback
VIDEO PLAYBACK INSERT Button ( pg. 55) SHIFT Button ( pg. 26) PAUSE or (Up) DISPLAY Button ( pg. 23, 51) Zoom (T/W) SLOW Forward Button (See the right column.) SLOW (YI) SLOW (IU) PLAY Button Starts Playback of a tape ( pg. -
Page 26: Playback (Gr-Df470/450 Only)
VIDEO PLAYBACK Playback Zoom Playback Special Effects Magnifies the recorded image up to 47X at any Allows you to add creative effects to the video time during video playback and D.S.C. playback playback image. (GR-DF470/450 only). CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a 1) Press PLAY (U) to start video strobe effect. -
Page 27: Recording (Gr-Df470/450 Only)
D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-DF470/450 only) NOTE: Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still power is supplied from the battery pack, the Camera for taking snapshots. -
Page 28: Interval Shooting
D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-DF470/450 only) Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with an interval of your desired setting. Set “INT.SHOT” to “ON”. ( pg. 36, 40) “INTERVAL” and “ ” appear. Set “INT.TIME” to the desired shooting interval. -
Page 29: Playback (Gr-Df470/450 Only)
D.S.C. PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) Normal Playback Of Images Auto Playback Of Images Images shot with the camcorder are You can run through all the images stored in automatically numbered, then stored in memory card automatically. numerical order in the memory card. You can Perform steps 1 –... -
Page 30: Index Playback Of Files
D.S.C. PLAYBACK (GR-DF470/450 only) Index Playback Of Files Removing On-Screen Display You can view several different files stored in the Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Normal Playback Of memory card at a time. This browsing capability Images” ( pg. 29). makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. -
Page 31: Additional Features For D.s.c. (Gr-Df470/450 Only)
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF470/450 only) To make video clips from recorded video E-Mail Clip Recording footage You can make video clips from real-time camera Load a cassette. ( pg. 17) image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be Load a memory card. -
Page 32: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF470/450 only) NOTE: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder A Tape To A Memory Card (such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001. Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a Protecting Files memory card. -
Page 33: Deleting Files
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF470/450 only) To Remove Protection Deleting Files Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 3 Previously stored files can be deleted either one in “Protecting Files”. at a time or all at once. To remove protection from the currently To delete the file... -
Page 34: Setting Print Information (Dpof Setting)
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF470/450 only) To Print By Selecting Still Images And Setting Print Information (DPOF Number Of Prints Setting) Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF Images (One Print For Each)”. (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic Press... -
Page 35: Initializing A Memory Card
ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DF470/450 only) To Reset The Number Of Prints Initializing A Memory Card Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still You can initialize a memory card any time. Images (One Print For Each)”. After initializing, all files and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been Press to select “RESET”, and press... -
Page 36: Advanced Features
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Menus without Sub Menus Changing The Menu Settings v WIPE/FADER Selected menu icon This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, pg. 47) blinks. on-screen menu system that simplifies many of r PROGRAM AE Selected the more detailed camcorder settings. parameter pg. -
Page 37: Recording Menus
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Recording Menus SNAP/SLOW [FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame NEGA: Nega mode CAMERA PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode The “m CAMERA” settings are effective when FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame the Power Switch is set to both “A” and “M”. SLOW: Live Slow mode However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “M”. - Page 38 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MANUAL SQUEEZE* : For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the The “q MANUAL” settings are effective only image to fit the screen without distortion. The when the Power Switch is set to “M”. indicator appears.
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Page 39: Camera Display
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT DEMO MODE BRIGHT OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take pg. 17, “Brightness Adjustment Of The place. Display” [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as ON SCREEN Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. LCD: Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the Demonstration starts in the following cases: date, time and time code) from appearing on the... -
Page 40: Playback Menus
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT DSC (GR-DF470/450 only) INT.TIME 15SEC / 30SEC / [1MIN] / 2MIN / 5MIN / 10MIN / [ ] = Factory-preset 30MIN / 60MIN QUALITY Allows you to select the shooting interval for interval shooting. ( pg. 28) [FINE] / STANDARD The Picture Quality mode can be selected to Playback Menus... -
Page 41: Video Display
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT REC MODE [SP] / LP ON SCREEN OFF / [LCD] / LCD/TV Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP When set to “OFF”, the camcorder’s display or LP) depending on your preference. It is disappears. -
Page 42: Features For Recording
FEATURES FOR RECORDING LED Light 5-Second Recording LED Light can be used to Record a vacation or an important event in 5- brighten the subject in the dark second clips to keep the action moving. This place during video recording or function is available only for video recording. -
Page 43: Night-Alive
FEATURES FOR RECORDING Night-Alive Snapshot (For Video Recording) Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than This feature lets you record still images that look they would be under good natural lighting. like photographs onto a tape. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter “VIDEO”.*... -
Page 44: Manual Focus
FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual Focus Exposure Control The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers Manual exposure control is recommended in the continuous shooting ability from close-up (as following situations: close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. -
Page 45: Iris Lock
FEATURES FOR RECORDING To cancel Backlight Compensation Iris Lock Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the “ ” indicator disappears. Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris NOTE: contracts in well-lit environments to keep too Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light much light from entering, and dilates in dim around the subject to become too bright and the environments to allow in more light. -
Page 46: White Balance Adjustment
FEATURES FOR RECORDING White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Adjustment The white balance refers to the correctness of Adjust the white color reproduction under various lighting. If the balance manually when white balance is correct, all other colors will be shooting under various accurately reproduced. -
Page 47: Wipe Or Fader Effects
FEATURES FOR RECORDING WIPE–SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or Wipe Or Fader Effects wipe out from left to right. WIPE–DOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of These effects let you make pro-style scene a black screen open to the left and right, transitions. -
Page 48: Navigation Function (Gr-Df470/450 Only)
FEATURES FOR RECORDING PROGRAM AE SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) Cinema mode for a classic look. NIGHTALIVE: ( pg. 43) MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. - Page 49 FEATURES FOR RECORDING To add thumbnail images during video To make thumbnail images after video recording manually playback Set “NAVIGATION” to “MANUAL”. pg. 36, 37) Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M”. Press 4/9 to start video playback. After the recording, press STORE.
- Page 50 FEATURES FOR RECORDING 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, initialize it.
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Page 51: Editing
The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the NOTES: YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included After dubbing, set “S/AV INPUT” back to “OFF”. in the package for details on its availability. -
Page 52: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)
DV IN/OUT connector. DV cable (optional) Core filter When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To use this camcorder as a recorder To DV IN/OUT Make sure all units are turned off. -
Page 53: Connection To A Personal Computer
Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.* When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC. -
Page 54: Audio Dubbing
EDITING To hear the dubbed sound during playback The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using. Set “NARRATION” to “ON” or “MIX”. pg. 36, 40) For GR-DF470/450 owners: NOTES: “USB” appears on the LCD monitor while the Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the Dubbing. -
Page 55: Insert Editing
EDITING 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 out points. The original audio remains unchanged. Use the provided remote control. NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that “TIME CODE”... -
Page 56: References
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications problem still exists, please consult your nearest blink. JVC dealer. Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE with special effects, “DIS” and other The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled functions that cannot be used together are device. - Page 57 The built-in clock battery has run out and the HFind a white subject and compose your shot so previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. that it also appears in the frame. ( pg. 27, 43)
- Page 58 Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. SET DATE/TIME! Appears when the date/time is not set. pg. 16) The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
- Page 59 TROUBLESHOOTING LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if Appears when playing back a file that is not the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. compatible with DCF or a file with a size that is not compatible with this camcorder.
- Page 60 (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. UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occured.
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Page 61: User Maintenance
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. ● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. ● To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. -
Page 62: Cautions
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. protected place for a short time, then re- For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC attach it to the camcorder. dealer. NOTES:... - Page 63 CAUTIONS Memory Cards (GR-DF470/450 only) Main Unit To properly use and store your memory cards, For safety, DO NOT be sure to read the following cautions: ... open the camcorder’s chassis..disassemble or modify the unit. During use ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack..
- Page 64 This same If, after using the cleaning cassette, the phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC camcorder when it is moved from a cool place dealer. to a warm place, after heating a cold room,...
- Page 65 Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 66: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette) SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min. For General For Digital Still Camera (GR-DF470/450 Power supply only) DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Storage media Power consumption SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard Approx. -
Page 67: Terms
TERMS AC Adapter ............ 15 Picture Quality ..........40 Animation ............38 Playback Sound ..........40 Audio Dubbing ..........54 Playback Special Effects ....... 26 Power-Linked Operation ........ 15 Program AE With Special Effects ....47 Backlight Compensation ........ 45 Battery Pack ........ - Page 68 Printed in Malaysia 0205FOH-ID-VM © 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited...