JVC GR-D22 User Manual

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Model No.
Serial No.
INSTRUCTIONS
GR-D22
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
ENLYT1225-001A
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
6
GETTING STARTED 7 – 10
TAPE
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
11 – 15
ADVANCED
FEATURES
16 – 28
REFERENCES 29 – Back Cover
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JVC GR-D22 Specifications

General

Brand	JVC
Model	GR-D22
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

JVC GR-D22 Digital Video Camera Manual

Safety Precautions

Important Product Safety Instructions

Power Management

Charging the Battery Pack

Process to charge the camcorder's battery pack.

Using the Battery Pack

Using AC Power

Cassette Loading and Mounting

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

Procedures for inserting and removing video cassettes.

Date, Time, and Recording Settings

Date/Time Settings

Recording Mode Setting

How to select the tape recording mode (SP/LP).

Basic Recording Operations

Basic Recording

Fundamental steps to start and perform video recording.

Playback and Tape Navigation

Normal Playback

Steps for playing back recorded video tapes.

Connecting to External Devices

Connections

Illustrates common video and audio connections to TV/VCR.

Special Recording Effects

Program AE With Special Effects

Describes various automatic exposure programs with effects.

Snapshot and Autofocus

Snapshot (For Tape Recording)

Auto Focus

Explains the camcorder's continuous autofocus system.

Manual Focus and Exposure

Manual Focus

Guide to manually adjusting focus for precise sharpness.

Exposure Control

How to manually adjust exposure settings for optimal brightness.

Menu System for Recording

REC MODE

Sets the tape recording mode (SP or LP).

ZOOM

System Menu Options

Camera Display Configuration

Playback Menu Options

SOUND MODE

VIDEO DISPLAY

Dubbing to a VCR

Digital Dubbing with DV Connector

Connecting to a Personal Computer

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Recording Problems

Addresses no power and recording failure issues.

Date/Time and Focus Issues

Advanced Troubleshooting and Error Codes

Playback Noise and Blue Screen

General Cautions and Handling

AC Adapter and Battery Safety

Safe usage guidelines for AC adapter and battery packs.

Cassette and LCD Monitor Care

Camcorder Main Unit Cautions

Unit Safety and Environment

Critical safety warnings and usage environment restrictions for the camcorder.

Protection and Damage Prevention

Technical Specifications

Controls, Connectors, and Indicators

Camcorder Controls Overview

Connectivity Ports and Indicators

Warning Indications and Error Codes

Battery Status Warnings

Tape and Cassette Warnings

Covers tape loading, erase protection, and cleaning warnings.

Error Codes (E01-E06)

Details specific error codes and their resolution steps.