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JVC GR-DF550

JVC GR-DF550
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ENGLISH
GR-DF550
LYT1439-001A
EN
TERMS
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.
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GETTING STARTED
6
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
19
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 27
ADVANCED FEATURES
36
REFERENCES
56
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)
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JVC GR-DF550 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJVC
ModelGR-DF550
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions

Important Safety Instructions

General instructions for safe operation and maintenance of the apparatus, including warnings and precautions.

Getting Started

Index

Overview of camcorder controls and indicators for easy identification.

Provided Accessories

Lists and describes all items included with the camcorder.

Power

Details on power supply, charging, and AC adapter usage.

Operation Mode

Explains different camcorder operating modes and how to switch between them.

Language Settings

Instructions on changing the camcorder's display and menu language.

DateTime Settings

Guide to setting and displaying date/time recorded on tape.

Grip Adjustment

How to adjust the camcorder's grip for comfortable handling.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the viewfinder for clear focus.

Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

Guide to adjusting the LCD monitor and viewfinder brightness.

Tripod Mounting

How to attach the camcorder to a tripod.

LoadingUnloading A Cassette

Procedures for inserting and removing video cassettes.

LoadingUnloading A Memory Card

Steps for inserting and removing memory cards.

Video Recording & Playback

Video Recording

Fundamental steps for starting and stopping video recording.

Tape Remaining Time

How to check the remaining recording time on the tape.

LCD Monitor And Viewfinder

Instructions on using the LCD monitor and viewfinder for recording.

Normal Playback

Basic steps to play back recorded video from the tape.

Still Playback

How to pause video playback to view a single frame.

Shuttle Search

High-speed search functionality for navigating video playback.

Blank Search

Finding blank sections on tape to avoid time code interruptions.

Connections To A TV Or VCR

How to connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR for playback.

Playback Using The Remote Control

Operating playback functions remotely using the control unit.

Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) Recording & Playback

D.S.C. Recording

Guide to taking still photos using the camcorder's digital function.

Interval Shooting

How to automatically capture images at set time intervals.

D.S.C. Playback

Viewing still images stored on the memory card one by one.

Auto Playback Of Images

Automatically cycling through all stored still images.

Playback Of Video Clips

Viewing video clips stored on the memory card.

Index Playback Of Files

Browsing multiple files stored on the memory card simultaneously.

Viewing File Information

Accessing detailed information about stored files.

Removing On-Screen Display

Hiding or showing on-screen indicators during playback.

Additional Features For D.S.C.

E-Mail Clip Recording

Creating short video clips for sending via email.

Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

Transferring still images from tape to memory card.

Resetting The File Name

Creating new folders and resetting file naming sequences.

Protecting Files

Preventing accidental deletion of important files.

Deleting Files

Procedures for deleting files from the memory card.

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)

Configuring print settings for compatible printers.

Initializing A Memory Card

Formatting the memory card to clear all data.

Menus For Detailed Adjustment

Changing The Menu Settings

Overview of the camcorder's menu system for detailed adjustments.

Menus without Sub Menus

Settings directly accessible without further menu layers.

Menus with Sub Menus

Settings requiring navigation through sub-menus for configuration.

CAMERA

Detailed camera settings for recording, including mode, sound, and zoom.

MANUAL

Manual control settings for features like DIS, 5S, Tele Macro, Wide Mode, etc.

SYSTEM

System-level settings affecting overall camcorder operation.

DSC

Settings specific to Digital Still Camera mode, like quality and image size.

VIDEO

Playback settings for video, including sound mode and narration.

VIDEO DISPLAY

Settings for controlling what information is displayed during video playback.

Features For Recording

LED Light

Using the LED light to brighten subjects in dark conditions.

Live Slow

Recording or playing back moments at a slow speed.

5-Second Recording

Capturing short 5-second clips for dynamic action recording.

Night-Alive

Enhancing brightness for shooting in low-light conditions.

Snapshot (For Video Recording)

Recording still images that look like photographs onto tape.

Manual Focus

Manually adjusting focus for precise sharpness when auto-focus is insufficient.

Exposure Control

Adjusting exposure manually for optimal brightness in challenging lighting.

Iris Lock

Locking the iris to maintain consistent exposure in varying light or zoom conditions.

Backlight Compensation

Brightening subjects that are dark due to strong backlighting.

Spot Exposure Control

Metering exposure based on a specific area of the image.

White Balance Adjustment

Correcting color reproduction under different lighting conditions.

Manual White Balance Adjustment

Manually setting white balance using a white reference for precise color.

Wipe Or Fader Effects

Adding scene transitions like fades and wipes during video recording.

Program AE With Special Effects

Applying pre-set shooting modes for specific scenes or effects.

Navigation Function

Creating thumbnail images on a memory card for easy tape content checking.

Editing

Dubbing To Or From A VCR

Transferring video and audio between the camcorder and a VCR.

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)

Copying video scenes digitally using a DV connector.

Connection To A Personal Computer

Connecting the camcorder to a PC via USB or DV cable for data transfer.

Audio Dubbing

Adding new narration or sound over existing recordings.

Insert Editing

Recording new scenes into previously recorded tapes, replacing sections.

Troubleshooting

Power

Solutions for issues related to the camcorder not receiving power.

Video and D.S.C. Recording

Troubleshooting common recording problems.

Video and D.S.C. Playback

Resolving issues encountered during playback.

Advanced features

Troubleshooting for advanced functions like focus and 5-Second mode.

Snapshot mode cannot be used

Reasons why snapshot mode might be unavailable.

The color of Snapshot looks strange

Addressing color issues when taking snapshots.

The image taken using Snapshot is too dark

Solutions for dark images captured in snapshot mode.

The image taken using Snapshot is too bright

Solutions for bright images captured in snapshot mode.

White Balance cannot be activated

Troubleshooting white balance activation issues.

The Black & White Fader does not work

Resolving issues with the Black & White Fader function.

The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow

Diagnosing slow shutter speed appearance in images.

Other problems

Common issues like charging lamp not lighting and battery attachment.

Warning Indications

Explanations of various warning indicators and their meanings.

An error indication (01 - 04 or 06) appears

Troubleshooting camcorder errors and safeguard modes.

The remote control does not work

Solutions for when the remote control fails to operate.

CHECK CARDS WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH

Issues related to memory card write protection.

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY

Procedure for safeguard mode related to battery.

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE

Procedure for safeguard mode related to tape.

User Maintenance

Cleaning The Camcorder

Instructions for cleaning the camcorder's exterior, LCD monitor, and lens.

Cautions

AC Adapter

Precautions for using the AC adapter, including voltage compatibility.

Battery Packs

Safety and usage guidelines for the lithium-ion battery pack.

Cassettes

Proper use and storage instructions for Mini DV cassettes.

Memory Cards

Guidelines for using and storing memory cards to prevent damage.

LCD Monitor

Precautions to prevent damage and prolong the life of the LCD monitor.

Main Unit

Safety warnings and precautions for handling the camcorder's main unit.

How To Handle A CD-ROM

Instructions for handling and storing the included CD-ROM.

About moisture condensation

Explains condensation phenomenon and potential damage.

Serious malfunctioning

What to do in case of serious malfunctions.

Specifications

For General

General specifications of the camcorder, including power, dimensions, and weight.

For Digital Video Camera

Specifications related to video recording format, signal, and playback.

For Digital Still Camera

Specifications for digital still camera functions, including storage media and image sizes.

For Connectors

Technical details for the camcorder's various input/output connectors.

AC Adapter

Power requirements and output specifications for the AC adapter.

Terms

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