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USER MANUAL GR-DX48 JVC

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VC 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 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH

PLAYBACK (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ k For Accessories ADVANCED FEATURES 27 , | e http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ Î REFERENCES 45 TERMS Back cover DIGITAL The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DX97. The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available To deactivate the demonstration, set on GR-DX97, GR-DX77 and GR-DX67. “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. (= pg. 27, 29) INSTRUCTIONS

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PS Lan 2 EN T Wipe/Fader Effects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro- Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button brightens style scene transitions. (cr pg. 34) the image darkened by backlight. (: pg. 33) : e You can also select a spot metering area so that Fade in more precise exposure compensation is available. 4 SR € pg. 33, Spot Exposure Control) . M | PUR Program AE with Special Effects Navigation Function (GR-DX97/77/67 only) For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast-moving The Navigation Function helps you check tape images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, contents by making thumbnail images on a memory stable slow-motion. (+7 pg. 35) card. (+7 pg. 35) NAVIGATION

13:23:15 PS À < NZ LED Liqh E-Mail Clip Recording (GR-DX97/77/67 only) ight You can record video clips on the memory card as You can brighien the subject in the dark place with files which can be sent via e-mail. (rpg. 24) the LED Light. (+7 pg. 31) FN PS SA €

MasterPage: Safety_Right q A É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 3 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM 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. Ifthe 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. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. Ifnonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue to N (Neutral) or = Black == — Brown to L (Live) or Red Ifthese colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. fin doubt — consult a competent electrician.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: + To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualiied personnel. + When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet. CAUTION: To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit, first firmly insert the small end of the power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer wobbly, and then Plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

CAUTIONS: + This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitoriewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. {An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) EN 3 Caution on Replaceable lithium battery The battery used in this device may present à fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced. « Dispose of used battery promptly. + Keep away from children. + Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. NOTES: ‘The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit < The rating information and safty caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides. 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. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filed with water or liquids {such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. {water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.) Do not point the lens or the viewfinder direct} into the sun. This can cause eye injures, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal cireuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concem possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

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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. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces. of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the Switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need 10 be made for infirm or handicapped people. DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios So that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings. provided according to the instructions. DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL + NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock: < NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! æ is —# SN 4 Mini

MultiMediaCard This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked ““IN"" and memory cards* marked SD" or “luftilediacard” can be used with this unit. Before recording an important scene. make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark ep. make sure you only use memory cards* with the mark S > 0 lutiiediaCard remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

• Memory cards can be used with GR-DX97, GR-DX77 and GR-DX67 only. + Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. + Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. + QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

27 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 6 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM 9 Gen GETTING STARTED I Index To open the connector cover, pull the bottom end of the cover, then open it. Bottom end When Using the LCD Monitor Correct direction for Correct direction for opening closing The LCD monitor cannot be rotated downward {X direction) from the position illustrated above. Rotating to the wrong direction may cause a malfunction. Make sure to rotate to the correct direction. ATTENTION: + Be careful not to cover EE, 3 and El during shooting. + Be careful not to cover EM during playback. MasterPage: HeadingO_Left

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GETTING STARTED en 7 Controls ® Menu Button [MENU] (7 pg. 27) @ Sub Zoom Buttons [T/W] (+7 pg. Speaker Volume Control [VOL. +, @ Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] (7 @ Recording Start Stop Button (+7 pg. 15) ® VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DX97/77/67 only) (7 pg. 12) © Power Zoom Lever [TA] (:7 pg 19 @ Dioptre Adjustment Control (:7 pg. 1 © Power Switch [EN Œ, PLAY, OFF] (7 © Lock Button (7 pg. 12) @ Set Button [SET] (: Stop Button [1] (7 pg. 17) Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] {7 pg- 33) Down Button [v] @ Rewind Button [44 ( Night Button [NIGHT] Left Button [ < ] (+7 pg. 27) ® Play/Pause Button [>] ( Manual Focus Button FOGUSI e Up Button [A ] (7 pg. 27) @ Fast-Forward Button [bb] (7 LED Light Button [LIGHT] Right Button [ >] (+ pg. 27) ® Information Button [INFO] (GR-DX97/77/67 only) {= pg- 23) E-Mail Clip Recording Button [E-MAIL] (GR-DX97/77/ 67 only) (7 pg. 24) & Index Button [INDEX] (GR-DX97/77/67 only) pg. 23) Navigation Button [NAVI] (GR-DX97/77/67 only) {7 pg- 36) @ Thumbnail Storing Button (GR-DX97/77/67 only) INAVI STORE] (7 pg. 36) ® D.S.C. Playback Select Button [SELECT] (GR-DX97/ 77/67 only) (7 pg. 22, 23) ® Battery Release Switch [BATT.RELEASE] (> & Cassette Open/Eject Switch [OPEN/EJECT] {7 pg- 14) Connectors The connectors are located beneath the covers. ® Microphone connector [MIC] (7 pg. 30, 40) {An optional microphone can be used during video recording and audio dubbing. To stabilise the microphone, use of an optional shoe adapter is recommended.) @ USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (except GR-DX27) (+7 pg. 39) @ S-Video/Audio/Video Input‘/Output Connector [AV] pg. 18, 37, 42)

• GR-DX97/77/57/37 only @ DC Input Connector [DC] (++ pg. 11) & Digital Video Connector [DV IN*/OUT] (i.Link**) pg. 38, 39)
• GR-DX97/77/57/37 only **i.Link refers to the IEEE 1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The ÿ, logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.

pg. 12) g. 17) rpg. 32) pg. 11) Indicators [SIPOWER/CHARGE Lamp (+7 pg. 11, 15) (Tally Lamp (7 pg. 15, 29) Other Parts ÆViewtinder (7 pg. 13) ÆILCD Monitor (+7 pg. 15, 16) EBattery Pack Mount (+7 pg. 11) Grip Strap (++ pg. 13) pg- 17) ÆStereo Microphone (7 pg. 40) {When using an optional conversion lens, it may cover this area. In this case, use of an optional microphone is recommended.) ÆLED Light (7 pi El Tripod Mounting Socket (+ Monitor Latch E] Card Cover [MEMORY CARD] (GR-DX97/77/67 only) C7 pg. 14) [Cassette Holder Cover (7 Œiens r pg. 13) GETTING STARTED pg. 14) LCD Monitor /Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only ? PRPEE bn EZ | Où | L® thd0m

® Navigation Indicator (GR-DX97/77/67 oniy) (7 pg. 35) @ Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (7 pg. 34) © Tape Running Indicator (17 pg. 15) {Rotates while tape is running.) @ Selected Wide Mode Indicator (> pg. 29) © Thumbnail Storing Indicator (1 pg. 35) © Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (: pg. 28) À Tape Remaining Time (+7 pg. 15) © REC: (Appears during recording.) (7 pg. 15) PAUSE: (Appears during Record-Standby mode.) Er pg-15) © Insert Editing/Insert Editing Pause Mode (7 ® Wind Cut Indicator (7 pg. 29) 4 Auxiliary Microphone Level Indicator (Appears when an optional microphone is connected. &7 pg. 30, “AUX MIC” ) @ Time Code (+7 pg. 30, 31) ® Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) (+ 4 Sound Mode Indicator (+7 pg. 28) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.) pg- 40) " pg- 28)

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8en GETTING STARTED SE During D.S.C. Recording Only (GR-DX97/77/67 During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording only) © ® Image Size: 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) rpg. 30) ® &: Focus lcon (7 pg. 21) INTERVAL: Interval Shooting Icon (7 ® Shooting Icon (7 pg. 21) (Appears and blinks during shooting.) L @ Card Icon (+7 pg. 21) (© Operation Mode ppears during shooting. 2æ NightScope maeator ee LE]: Blinks in white when a memory card is notloaded. 45 LED Light Indicstor e D) ) [M]: Blinks in yellow while the camcorder is reading (© White Balance Indicator (-7 pg. 34) the data in the memory card such as Navigation © [: Spot Exposure Control Indicator thumbnail images, video clips, still images, etc. EX: Backlight Compensation Indicator (+2 © Picture Quality: F2 (FINE) and F7 (STANDARD) (in 2: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (7 pg. 33) order of quality) {7 pg. 30) © Selected Program AE With Special Effects Indicator © Remaining Number Of Shot (17 pg. 21) € pg. 35) (Displays the approximate remaining number of shots (2 iris Lock Indicator (: pg. 33) that can be stored during D.S.C. recording, or the © Approximate Zoom Ratio (:- pg. 16) remaining number of storable thumbnail images when @) Zoom Indicator (7 pg. 16) _… itreaches 10 or less during video recording.) @ PHOTO: (Appears when taking Snapshot.) (:7 pg. 32) ® Clock Icon (+7 pg. 21) “ BRIGHT: Brightness Control Indicator (LCD monitor/ £ : à ci . Viewtinder) (:7 pg. 13) 7S << During E-Mail Clip Recording (GR-DX97/77/67 @ Battery Indicator (:- pg. 47) / only) @ Date/Time (++ pg. 12) Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (+7 pg. 32)

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TO CANCEL ® Sound Mode Indicator (17 @ Blank Search Indicator @ Tape Speed ( © : Playback »> : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search <<: Rewind/Shuttle Search Pause r pg. 28) 11» : Forward Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow- Motion <I1 : Reverse Frame-By-Frame Playback/Slow- Motion £ : Audio Dubbing HS : Audio Dubbing Pause (Appear while a tape is running.) © Sound Input For Audio Dubbing (+ @ Battery Indicator (+7 pg. 47) © Date/Time (+7 pg. 29, 81) og. 17) righiness Control Indicator (LCD monitor! Viewtinder) (7 pg. 13) L--1-R: Auxiliary Microphone Level Indicator {Appeares when an optional microphone is connected during Audio Dubbing. :7 pg. 40) @ Time Code (+7 pg. 80, 81) During D.S.C. Playback (GR-DX97/77/67 only) @ AC Adapter AP-V14E (LY21104-012A) or AP-V15E (LY21153-003A) @ Power Cord © Battery Pack BN-V107U-S @ S/AV/Editing Cable © Audio Extension Cable (for optional microphone, & pg. 10 for connection) © USB Cable (except GR-DX27) @ Gore Filter [large] (except GR-DX27) (for USB Cable «7 pg. 10 for attachment) © Core Filter [small (for Audio Extension Cable &7 pg. 10 for attachment) © CD-ROM (except GR-DX27) ® Cable Adapter @ Folder/File Number Ga © Battery Indicator ® Brightness Control indicator {LCD monitor Viewinder) {7 pg- 13)

% Remote Control Unit RM-V720U @ Lithium Battery CR2025° (for remote control unit) & Memory Card 8 MB (GR-DX97/77/67 only) (Already inserted in the camcorder) @ Lens Cap (7 pg. 10 for attachment)

• Alithium battery is pre-installed in the Remote Control Unit at time of shipment (with insulation sheet). To use the Remote Control Unit, remove the insulation sheet. 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. + Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables, Right SAR |

MasterPage: Left J PEN 5 &tS | V2 GR-DX97PALbook Page 10 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM LA 10 en GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Lens Cap How To Attach The Core Filter (for USB Cable x: {except GR-DX27) and Audio Extension Cable) Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder. T Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Stopper 2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. USB cable Wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration. 3cm Core filter (large) Wind once. Audio Extension cable , : Wind the cable twice around the outside of the core filter How To Use The Audio Extension Cable as shown in the illustration, When using an optional external microphone, < connect to the provided Audio extension cable with a core filter attached), then connect To MIC the Audio extension Audio extension cable S = cable to the camcorder. (provided) Wind twice. The core filter reduces e Wind the cable so that it is not slack. 3em Core filter (small) Open the cover. interference. (See the Gore filter 3 Close the core fier until it clicks shut. right column.) USB cable Audio Extension cable Stereo microphone NOTES: « Take care not to damage the cable. + When connecting a cable, attach the end with the core filter to the camcorder.

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MasterPage: Star GETTING STARTED en 41 I Power 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. Charging The Battery Pack POWER/CHARGE lamp ai JE Power switch Open the cover. To DC connector AC Adapter

To AC outlet T Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. 2 insert the terminal end © of the battery pack into the battery pack mount. 3 Firmiy push the end © of the battery pack until it locks into place. 4 Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter. 5 Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The POWER/ CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started 6 When the POWER/CHARGE lamp goes out, charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outiet. Disconnect the AG Adapter from the camcorder. To detach the battery pack While sliding BATT. RELEASE, remove the battery pack. Battery pack Charging time BN-V107U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-VH14U Approx. 3 hr.

• Provided NOTES: « Ifthe 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. + When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the POWER/CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again. e If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

A 4 LA LA + Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well- ventilated areas. + Using the optional AA-V100 AC Power Adapter/Charger, you can charge the BN-V107U/V114U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC Adapter. Using The Battery Pack Perform steps 2 — 3 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. Maximum continuous recording time Right SAR |

• Provided NOTES: + Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: + Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatediy. + The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. + The playback mode is engaged repeatediy. + The LED Light is used. + Before extended use, itis recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. 1 hr. 15 min. 1 hr. 35 min. 2 hr. 30 min. 3 hr. 10 min. GETTING STARTED Using AC Power Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter as shown in the illustration. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion: WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. The Benefits Of Lithium-lon Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder.

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12 en GETTING STARTED I Operation Mode Power-Linked Operation 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. POWER/CHARGE lamp Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/MEMORY (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) When the Power Switch is set to ‘EV" or", you can also turn on/off the camcorder by opening/closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in the viewfinder. INFORMATION: The following explanations in this manual supposes the use of LCD monitor in your operation. If you want to use the viewtinder, close the LCD monitor and pull out the viewfinder fully. I Date/Time Settings The datefime is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. pg. 27, 31) T Set the Power Switch to “” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (7 pg. 15) 3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Æ Press A or V to select ERA DISPLAY Power Switch Position and press SET. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears. Æ (Full Auto Recording): Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording. The “E indicator appears on the display. 5 Press À or v to select “CLOCK ADJ”, and press SET. The parameter for “Day” is highlighted. @ (Manual Recording): Allows you to set various recording functions using the If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto Recording, try this mode. 6 Press À or V to input the day, and press SET. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. 7 Press À or v to select “URETURN", and press SET twice. OFF: Allows you to switch off the camcorder. The Menu Screen closes. B! Clock's Rechargeable Lithium Battery PLAY: e Allows you to play back a recording on the tape. + Allows you to play back a video clip on the memory card. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) e Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card to a PC. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) e Allows you to set various playback functions using the Menus. (+7 pg. 27) I the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clocks lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock's rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/ime setting before using the camcorder. Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the date/time. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position (GR-DX97/77/67 only) VIDEO: Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If “REC SELECT" is set to “a Cr/s Im” (7 pg. 30), still images are recorded both on the tape and the memory card. MEMORY: e Allows you to record in a memory card or access data stored in a memory card. e When the Power Switch is set to “4” or", the currently selected image size appears.

J A É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 13 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM MasterPage: Star GETTING STARTED en 13 I Grip Adjustment I Brightness Adjustment Of The Displa T Adjust the velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference. I Viewfinder Adjustment T Set the Power Switch to “4” or “ff” 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 L viewability. È 3 Tum the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused. PAUSE

Dioptre Adjustment Control CAUTION: When retracting the viewinder, take care not to pinch your fingers.

T Setthe Power Switch to‘ or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the MENU switch. À (UP) 2 open the LCD monitor fully . 15) SET + To adjust the brighiness of the viewfinder, pull out the ES viewinder fuly and set < (Le El “PRIORITY" to “FINDER” IX (7 pg. 27, 29) ET 0 3 Press MENU. The Menu s Screen appears. V (Down) 4 Press A or V to select BY”, and press SET. The snGNT -—n+ CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears. 5 Press À or V to select *BRIGHT”, and press SET. The Menu Screen closes and the brighiness control indicator appears. 6 Press < or > until the appropriate brightness is. reached. 7 Press SET. I Tripod Mounting To attach the camcorder to a tripod, align screw to the mounting socket on the camcorder. Then tighten the screw clockwise. Lis + Right SAR |

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14 en GETTING STARTED I Loading/Unloading À Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Cassette holder cover PUSH HERE OPEN/EJECT Cassette holder Make sure the window side is facing out. 1 Slide and hold OPEN/ÆEJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Do not touch internal components. 2 insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. + Be sure to press only the section labelled “PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder: touching other parts may cause your finger to get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or product damage. Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. ‘ When the battery packs charge is low, you may not be able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one or use AC power before continuing. 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks into place. To protect valuable recordings Slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to “REC" before loading it. NOTES: If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again. ‘ ifthe tape does not load proper, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. À few minutes later, insert it again. ‘+ When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. Loading/Unloading À Memory Card (GR-DX97/77/67 only) The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Write/erase protection tab Memory card T Make sure the camcorders power is off. 2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). 3 To load a memory card, firmiy insert it with its clipped edge first. To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out. e Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label. 4 Close the card cover. To protect valuable files (available only for SD Memory Card) Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of “LOCK”. This prevents the memory card from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to “LOCK” before loading it. NOTES: + Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card, consul its manufacturer or dealer. + Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to format the card. (+= pg. 26) ATTENTION: Do not insert or remove the memory card while the camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder to become unable to recognise whether or not the card is installed. A 2 LA LA MasterPage: Left

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VIDEO RECORDING en 15 I Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: e Power (+7 pg. 11) + Loading A Cassette (rpg. 14) Power Switch 2 Lock Button POWER/CHARGE Lamp Tally Lamp (Lights while recording is in progress.) Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop Button + VIDEO/MEMORY (GR-DX97/77/67 only) T Remove the lens cap. (7 pg. 10) 2 open the LCD monitor fully. 3 Set the VIDEO/MMEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) 4 Set the Power Switch to “ES” or “fm” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. + The POWER/CHARGE lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed. e To record in LP (Long Play) mode, r> pg. 27, 28. 5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp lights and “<> REC” appears on Tape Remaining Time Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “— h—— m" means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking. + The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used. LCD Monitor And Viewfinder While using the LCD monito: Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back in. Pull on the bottom end of the LCD monitor to open it. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward) While using the viewfinder: Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the viewfinder fully. Ch m NOTES: + The image wil! not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting. (-- pg. 16) When the viewinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set “PRIORITY" to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu. (= pg. 27, 29) + Coloured bright spots may appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewtinder, However, this is not a malfunction. (= pg. 46)

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the display while recording is in progress. 6 %o stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record- Standby mode. Approximate recording time Tape Recording mode SP LP 30 min. 30 min. 45 min. 60 min. 60 min. 90 min. 80 min. 80 min. 120 min. NOTES: + Ifthe Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorders power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewtinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. + When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (= pg. 17). «To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, > pg. 27, 29. É <

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16 en VIDEO RECORDING Zooming Journalistic Shooting Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards ‘T” (or press Sub Zoom Button T). Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W” (or press Sub Zoom Button W). ‘The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action. Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Digital zoom zone 12X (optical) zoom zone = Approximate zoom ratio Sub Zooming buttons When you hold the camcorder as illustrated, pressing the Sub Zoom Buttons (instead of sliding the Power Zoom Lever) is more easy to operate Zooming function. NOTES: Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (+ pg. 32), then zoom in or out in Record mode. ‘+ Zooming is possible to a maximum of 700X, or it can be switched to 12X magnification using the optical zoom. C= pg. 28) ‘+ Zoom magnification of over 12X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom. ‘ During Digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer. + Zooming is possible to a maximum of 10X regardiess of the “ZOOM' setting (-- pg. 28) when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set al the way to In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tit the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). Interface Shooting The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.

1) Open the LCD monitor and

tit it upward to 180° so that it faces forward.

2) Point the lens toward the

subject (yourself when self- recording) and start recording. + During Interface Shooting, the monitor image appears inverted as it would when viewing a mirror. However, the actual recorded image does not appear inverted. + During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running" indicator and warning indications (:> pg. 47, 48) are the only ones that are shown: they appear reversed in the display as they would when viewing a mirror, but are not reversed in the recording. + The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface shooting. However, when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indicator appears showing the remaining time: ». Ed (biinking) »._ D (blinking) +2: © (biinking) “W”. Also see ‘TELE MACRO" in MANUAL Menu on page 28. ‘ When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first. If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO" is set to “ON. (7 pg. 28)

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VIDEO PLAYBACK en 17 Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to contirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. Display l_ Minutes Seconds Frames* (25 frames = 1 second) PRE

• Frames are not displayed during recording. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. To perform Random Assemble Editing (7 pg. 41 — 44), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle Of À Tape” (see below) in the following cases: « When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape. + When power shuts off during shooting. e When a tape is removed and re-inserted during shooting. « When shooting using a partially recorded tape. When shooting on a blank portion located partway through the tape. + When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/ closing the cassette holder cover. NOTES: < The time code cannot be reset. + During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smooth} + The time code is displayed only when ‘TIME CODE" is set to "ON". (= pg. 30) Recording From The Middle Of A Tape I Normal Playback

Power Switch VIDEO/MEMORY (GR-DX97/77/ 67only) MENU VOL. +. Speaker T Load a cassette. (17 pg. 14) 2 Set ihe VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/670nly) 3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” ile pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 4 To start playback, press D-/IIL 5 To stop playback, press During Stop mode, press #4 to rewind, or > to fast- forward the tape. To control the speaker volume Press VOL. + to turn up the volume, or VOL. — to turn down the volume. NOTES: + The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewinder or on a connected TV. (: pg. 18) + 1f Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatical. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”. + When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker. Still Playback

1) Play back a tape or use Blank Search (17 pg. 18) to

find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback mode. (7 pg. 17)

2) Set the Power Switch to “Æ” or ‘Œ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch, then start recording, Pauses during video playback.

1) Press /Il during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press -/II again.

e lf still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorders Stop mode is automatically engaged.

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18 en VIDEO PLAYBACK Se Shuttle Search ; I Connections To À TV Or VCR Alows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. de e

1) During playback, press > for forward search, or f

4 for reverse search. RS f] |To AV connector

2) To resume normal playback, press æ/I. Open th.

During playback, press and hold > or #4. The search pen the cover. continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release S/AVIEditing cable A mark the button, normal playback resumes. (provided) + 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, o particularly on the left side of the screen. jh «YIC"ICVBS" Cable Adapter! Blank Search 1 Video Out Select 1 Helps you find where you should startrecordinginihe | Switch | middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption. i ' € pg. 17) i T Load a cassette. (:7 pg. 14) 2 Set ie VIDEO/MMEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/670nly) 3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing doun the Lock Button located on the switch. où a lot connecte: 4 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. © Black to S-VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has 7 5 Press A or to select ‘E]”, and press SET. The S-VIDEO IN and A/ input connectors. In this case, it rs | VIDEO Menu appears. is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.) É 6 Press À or V to select ‘BLANK SRCH", and press © Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/VCR has SET. The Sub Menu appears. > AN input connectors.) Z Press À or V to select“EXECUTE", and press SET. © Red to AUDIO RIN°* ‘+ The “BLANK SEARCH indication appears and the © White to AUDIO LIN camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided then stops at the spot which is about 3 seconds of tape . Sebie adapter. before the beginning of the detected blank portion. Not required for watching still images only. + To cancel Blank Search midway, press M. NOTE: NOTES: Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as Before starting Blank Search, if the current position is ata lequired: blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse Y/C: When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. camcorder searches in the forward direction. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not ‘ Ifthe beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank accept Y/C signals and uses an audioWvideo cable Search, the camcorder stops automatically. À blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape 1 Make sure all unis are tumed of. may not be detected. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in e The detected blank portion may be located between the illustration. recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure If using a VCR, go to step 3. there is no recorded scene after the blank portion. If not, go to step 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR'S instruction manual Æ Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode. 6 Start playback on the camcorder. (++ pg. 17) S < _æ FF $— &| &

J A É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 19 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM MasterPage: Vide VIDEO PLAYBACK en 19 To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV + Date/Time Set *DATE/TIME" to “AUTO”, “ON" or “OFF”. (:+ pg. 27, 31) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn onfoff the date indication. e Time Code Set ‘TIME CODE* to “ON” or “OFF”. (: pg. 27, 31) + Indications other than date/time and time code Set “ON SCREEN" to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”. {= pg. 27, 31) NOTES: + itis recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (-- pg. 11) + To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card”, set the camcorders Power Switch to “Æ3” or “ff”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

• GR-DX97/77/67 only + Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on I Playback Using The Remote Control The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. (7 pg. 20) Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). T Pull out the battery holder by pushing the lock tab. 2 insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have the “+” mark visible. 3 Side the holder back in until _LEck tab you hear a click. Beam Effective Area (indoor use) When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The transmitted beam's approximate effective distance for indoor use is 5 m. NOTE: The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. Remote sensor Buttons And Functions

© Infrared beam transmitting window + Transmits the beam signal. The following buttons are available only when the camcorders Power Switch is set to “PLAY”. © PAUSE Button « Pauses the tape (r= pg. 20) Up Button (:7 pg. 20) ‘© SLOW Rewind Button © REW Button « Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on a tape (++ pg. 18) + Displays previous file in a memory card (:+ pg. 22) Left Button (:7 pg. 20) g. 20) © INSERT Button (17 pg. 40) © SHIFT Button (+7 pg. 20, 41) © DISPLAY Button (:7 pg. 19, 37, 42) ‘© SLOW Forward Button © PLAY Button Starts Playback of a tape (r> pg. 17) « Starts Auto Playback of images in a memory card* pg. 22) © FF Button Forward/Forward Shuttle Search on a tape (:+ pg. 18) « Displays next file in a memory card* . 22) Right Button ® A. DUB Button (: © STOP Button « Stops the tape (+= pg. 17) « Stops Auto Playback” (-- pg. 22) Down Button (+7 pg. 20) ® EFFECT Button (7 pg. 20) © EFFECT ON/OFF Button (+7 pg. 20) The following buttons are available when the camcorders Power Switch is set to “4” or ‘”. © Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (7 pg. 16, 20) Also available with the Power Switch set to “PLAY") @ START/STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. © S.SHOT Button Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. (Also available with the Power Switch set to “PLAY")

q & É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 20 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM 20 en VIDEO PLAYBACK PAUSE or Zoom (T/W) LIT A (Up) SLOW (41) SLOW (1>) PLAY as > Giono < (Left) se SHIFT Slow-Motion Playback Playback Special Effects Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image. SR CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. B/W MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect (@ SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look During normal video playback, press SLOW (<l or 1») more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 10 minutes, normal playback resumes. + To pause Slow-Motion playback, press PAUSE (11). + To stop Slow-Motion playback, press PLAY (>). NOTES: + You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still Playback by pressing SLOW (I or 1) more than approx. 2 seconds. ‘ During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect. After SLOW (<l or 1») is pressed and held, the still image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction. ‘+ During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in video and the picture may seem unstable, especially with steady images. This is not a malfunction. Frame-By-Frame Playback Æ, STROBE: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

repeatedly to move the highlight bar to the desired effect. + The selected function is activated and after 2 seconds the menu disappears. + To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/OFF. To reactivate the selected effect press EFFECT ON/OFF again. «To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2 above. During normal or still playback, press SLOW (1) repeatedly for fonward or SLOW (41) repeatediy for reverse. Each time SLOW (4 or 1») is pressed, the frame is played back. Playback Zoom Magnifies the recorded image up to 58X at any time during video playback and D.S.C. playback (GR-DX97/ 77/67 oniy)

1) Press PLAY (>) to start video

playback. Or perform normal playback of [73 images. Je

2) Atthe point you want to zoom in, press

the Zoom Button (T). + To zoom out, press the Zoom Button (W)

3) You can move the image on the screen

around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down SHIFT, press < (Left), D (Right). A (Up) and y (Down). + To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (18) and then press PLAY (>) during video playback. NOTES: + Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and stil playback. + Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may sufier. MasterPage: Left

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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DX97/77/67 oniÿ) I 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. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: e Power (+= pg. 11) + Loading a Memory Card (:7 pg. 14) Power Switch SNAPSHOT VIDEO/MEMORY T Remove the lens cap. 2 open the LCD monitor fully. (7 pg. 15) 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “ES” or “m” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. «To change the Image Size and/or Picture Quality, pg. 27, 80. 5 Press SNAPSHOT. The “PHOTO” indication appears while the snapshot is being taken. + To check how the image looks before recording it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT halfway and hold. The “&” indicator appears and stops blinking when the captured image is focused. To cancel the recording, release SNAPSHOT. To record it in the memory card, press SNAPSHOT fully. e Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with no frame. + To delete unwanted still images, refer to “Deleting Files” + pg. 25). When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set *BEEP" to “OFF”. (-- pg. 27, 29) NOTE: If shooting is not perlormed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to "EX" or ‘” and power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perlorm shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. MasterPage: DSC_HeadingO_Right

D.S.C. RECORDING (GR-DX97/77/67 only) en 21 LA Approximate Number of Storable Images « The number increases or decreases depending on the Picture Quality/mage Size, etc. Image Size/Picture SD Memory Card Quality BMB* |16 MB°]32 MB°|64 MB° 640 x 480/FINE 47 95 205 425 640 x 480/STANDARD 160 295 625 1285 1024 x 768/FINE 21 47 95 200 1024 x 768/STANDARD 65 145 310 640 MultiMediaCard Image Size/Picture Quality LiMediacar 8 MB" [16 MB*|32 MB* 640 x 480/FINE 55 105 215 640 x 480/STANDARD 190 320 645 1024 x 768/FINE 25 50 100 1024 x 768/STANDARD 75 160 320 *_ Optional + Provided Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues & to take snapshots automatically with an interval of your 5 desired setting. 5 T Set “INT.SHOT” to “ON”. (+7 pg. 27, 30) S e“INTERVAL and *C)” appears. à 2 Set“INT.TIME” to the desired shooting interval ë > pg. 27, 30) Œ 3 Setthe Power Switch to “or ‘@" while pressing © down the Lock Button located on the switch. E 4 Press SNAPSHOT. g First shot is taken after 2 seconds. = + The “PHOTO” indicator appears while the snapshot is being à taken. + The clock icon “CD” turns while waiting for the next shotis © being taken. 5 The next shot is being taken automatically when the 5 shooting interval set in step 2 has passed. FA 5 Press SNAPSHOT to stop Interval Shooting, = To cancel Interval Shooting mode ä Set“INT.SHOT" to “OFF” in step 1. S NOTES: £ + To distinguish between stil images taken in Interval ri Shooting mode and other still images, it is recommended that you reset the file names before shooting. (:- pg. 24) © + Interval Shooting wil stop ifthe battery runs out of power or 2 the Memory Card becomes full. 5 + The function “Animation” in the provided software “Digital Photo Navigator’ can be used to create movie files fromthe À captured still images (Windows® only). To create movie © files with the Macintosh, it is recommended that you use the © function “Creating a Slideshow From Still Images” in the commercial software “QuickTime Pro”.

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I Normal Playback Of Images Er 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. Power Switch DIU CA)

E-MAIL/INFO INDEX VIDEO/MEMORY T Load a memory card. (7 pg. 14) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing doun the Lock Button located on the switch. + The type of file (IMAGE or E-MAIL CLIP) which has been played back at the last time is displayed. 4 ifthe video clip playback (E-MAIL CLIP. see the right column) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears. 5 Press À or V to select “IMAGE”, and press SET. The image playback screen (IMAGE) appears. 6 Press < to display the previous file. Press > to display the next file. NOTE: Images shot in a file size other than “640 x 480” and “1024 x 768” with another devices will be displayed thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. Playback Zoom Available only with the remote control (provided). C7 pg. 20) Lis + You can run through all the images stored in memory card automatically. À Periorm steps 1 - 5 in “Normal Playback Of Images”. 2 Press »/II to start Auto Playback. + If you press #4 during Auto Playback, files are displayed in descending order. «If you press > during Auto Playback, files are displayed in ascending order. 3 To end Auto Playback, press I. To display the next image To display the previous image Normal Playback n +

Auto Playback I Playback Of Video Clips You can view video clips (7 pg. 24) stored in the memory card. T Periorm steps 1 — 3 in “Normal Playback Of Images”. 2 ifthe image playback (IMAGE) screen appears, press SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT screen appears. 3 Press À or to select “E-MAIL CLIP", and press SET. The video clip playback screen (E-MAIL CLIP) appears. 4 Press < to selectthe previous file. Press ‘> to select the next file. 5 To start playback, press AL. 6 o stop playback, press M. NOTES: + The video clip files stored with this camcorder are compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files stored with other devices cannot be played back with this camcorder. +240 x 176 size video clip files made with other devices or video clip files that are longer than 3 minutes cannot be played back with this camcorder. ‘UNSUPPORTED FILE!” is displayed. You can also view video clips on your PC by using Windows® Media Player version 6.4 or later. Refer to the instructions of PC and software

; A C1 ®7—GR-DX97PAL.book Page 23 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM D.S.C. PLAYBACK (GR-DX97/77/67 only) en 23 I Index Playback Of Files I Removing On-Screen Display You can view several different files stored in the memory. card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. À For Index Playback of image files, perform steps 1-5 in “Normal Playback Of Images” (-7 pg. 22). For Index Playback of video clip files, perform steps 1-3 in ‘Playback Of Video Clips” (:7 pg. 22). 2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen of the selected type of file appears. 3 Press €/3/ AV to move the frame to îhe desired file. 4 Press SET. The selected file is displayed. Selected file Index number Eieviny File Information You can get the relevant file information by pressing the INFO Button during normal playback or Index Playback. FOLDER: Folder name (+7 pg. 24) FILE: File name (:7 pg. 24) DATE: Date the file was made SIZE: Image size QUALITY: Picture quality (IMAGE only) TIME: Playback time (E-MAIL CLIP only) PROTECT: When set to “ON”, the file is protected from accidental erasure. (17 pg. 25) + Press the INFO Button again to close the Information Screen. NOTE: With images shot with other devices or processed on a PC, “QUALITY: — — -" will be displayed 1oouvcca Dca00e HAE FonER FRE

PROTECT T Display the playback screen of normal images (7 pg. 22). 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press À or V to select “DISPLAY”, and press SET. The Sub Menu appears. 4 Press À or V to select “OFF”, and press SET. The operation mode indicator, folder/file number and battery indicator ( æza ) disappear. e To display the indicators again, select “ON”. Operation mode indicator | Folder/file number cueu» pis qu SN) Battery indicator

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24 en ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) I E-Mail Clip Recording NOTES: Approximate maximum recording time per video clip is 3 You can make video clips in 160 x 120 pixels from real- time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be convenientiy sent via E-Mail. To make video dips from real-time camera image minutes. + The video clip files stored with this camcorder are compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files stored with other devices cannot be played back with this camcorder. Dubbing Still Images Recorded On À Tape Î Load a memory card. (+ pg. 14) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 3 Set the Power Switch to “3” or” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 4 Press E-MAIL to engage the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode. -CLIP” appears. 5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording 6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording. e“COMPLETED" is displayed, then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode. 7 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. Approximate recording ti Remaining time To À Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. Load a cassette. (17 pg. 14) Load a memory card. (+7 pg. 14) 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO” 4 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 5 Set “ cr à Im COPY” to “ON”. (7 pg. 27, 30) 6 Press »-/II to start playback. Z Atthe point you want to dub, press »-, engage Still Playback. 8 ïo dub the image, press SNAPSHOT. + The “sm KP} indication appears during dubbing. again to NOTES: « To use Playback Special effects with a video image you wish to dub, perform up to step 8 using the remote control provided). (:- pg. 20 e Images are dubbed in 640 x 480 pixels. MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card 8MB** 8min. [8MB* 7 min. 16 MB" 17 min. 16 MB* 15 min. 82MB* 34 min. [32 MB* 83 min. *_ Optional **_ Provided To make video dips from recorded video footage I Resetting The File Name By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The Load a cassette. (+7 pg. 14) 2 Load a memory card. (17 pg. 14) 3 Setihe VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. 4 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 5 Press »/II to start video playback. 6 Press E-MAIL to engage the E-Mail Clip Record- Standby mode. -CLIP” appears. « To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording, press E-MAIL again or press IN to stop video playback. Z Atthe point you want to start dubbing, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start E-Mail Clip Recording, 8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop E-Mail Clip Recording. + “COMPLETED" is displayed, then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode. 9 Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording.

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. (Available only for Image and video clip files.) T ro reset the file name... for images, display its playback screen. (+7 pg. 22) =_for video clips, display its playback screen. (- pg. 22) 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press À or v to select “NO. RESET”, and press SET. The NO. RESET screen appears. 4 Press À or v to select“EXECUTE", and press SET. The new folder (such as “101JVCGR") will be made and the file name of the next shot starts from DVCO0001. NOTE: Ifthe file name reaches DVCO9999, a new folder (such as “101JVCGR") will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001.

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) en 25 I Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of iles. T ro protect the file. for images, display its playback screen. (: pg. 22) for video clips, display its playback screen. (: pg. 22) 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press A or V to select“PROTECT"”, and press SET. The Sub Menu appears. To protect the currently displayed file 4 Press À or v to select “CURRENT”, and press SET. The que PROTECIL

CANAL PROTECT screen appears. 5 Press € or > to select the pen desired file. 6 Press A or V to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. To cancel protection, select en. “RETURN”. « Repeat steps 5 and 6 for al files you want to protect. <PROTECT> PROTECTED [ET] To protect all files stored in the memory card 4 Press À or V to select “PROT.ALL”, and press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. 5 Press A or V to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. e To cancel protection, select “RETURN". NOTES: e lfthe “@" mark appears, the currently displayed file is protected. « When the memory card is initialised or corrupted, even protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose important files, transter them to a PC and save them. To Remove Protection Before doing the following, perform steps 1 — 3 in “Protecting Files”. To remove protection from the currently displayed file 4 Press A or V to select “CURRENT”, and press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. 5 Press < or > to select the desired file. 6 Press À or V to select“EXECUTE”, and press SET. + To cancel selection, select *RETURN + Repoat steps 5 and 6 for al files you want to remove protection. To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card 4 Press À or V to select “CANC.ALL”, and press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. 5 Press À or V to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. « To cancel selection, select RETURN". I Deleting Files Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. T To delete the file... for images, display its playback screen. (:> pg. 22) or video clips, display its playback screen. (-7 pg. 22) 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press À or V to select“DELETE”, and press SET. The Sub Menu appears. To delete the currently displayed file 4 Press A or V to select “CURRENT”, and press SET. The DELETE screen appears. 5 Press < or > to select the desired file. eue» vue GHEN Rerum 6 Press À or v to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. + To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”. + Repeat steps 5 and 6 for al files you want to delete. NOTE: Ifthe “@n” mark appears, the selected file is protected and cannot be deleted. To delete all files stored in the memory card 4 Press À or V to select “ALL”, and press SET. The DELETE screen appears. 5 Press À or V to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. « To cancel deletion, select “RETURN” NOTES: + Protected files (see the left column) cannot be deleted. To delete them, remove protection first. + Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check files before deleting. 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, <oLeTe» Deuere? [EEUTE) RETURN DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK (GR-DX97/77/67 only) MasterPage: DSC_Right

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26 en ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Ls: g Print Information (DPOF Setting) 6 Press A or V to select “RETURN ", and press SET. The This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing. You can select one of the 2 print information settings for images stored in the memory card: “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)" or ‘To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints”. NOTES: If you load a memory card already set as shown below in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of the selected still images automatically. To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a memory card. (:7 pg. 24) To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each) “SAVE?” appears. If you did not change any settings in step 3 through 5, the Menu Screen reappears. 7 Press À or v to select *EXECUTE” to save the setting you have just made, and press SET. + To cancel selection, select “CANCEL'. To Reset The Number Of Prints T Pertorm steps 1 — 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)". 2 Press À or to select “RESET”, and press SET. The DPOF screen appears. 3 Press À or V to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. T bispiay the playback screen of normal images € pg. 22). 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press À or V to select “DPOF”, and press SET. The Sub cu» Menu appears. ce 4 Press À or V to select ‘ALL 1”, and press SET. The DPOF screen appears. 5 Press À or V to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. The normal playback screen appears. ‘ To cancel selection, select ar “RETURN". cuaRenT <oror» To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints The normal playback screen appears. + To cancel selection, select “RETURN” + The number of prints is reset to O for ll still images. CAUTION: While performing the above, never disconnect power, as this may cause the memory card to be corrupted. You can initialise a memory card any time. After initialising, all files and data stored in the memory card, including those which have been protected, are cleared. T Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. 2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. À Periorm steps 1 — 3 in ‘To Print Al Still Images (One Print For Each)". 2 Press À or v to select “CURRENT”, and press SET. The DPOF screen appears. 3 Press < or > to select the desired file. 4 Press À or V to select the number indication (00), and press SET. 5 Select the number of prints by pressing A to increase the number, or V to decrease the number, and press SET. + Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the desired number of prints. ‘+ The number of prints can be set up to 15. ‘+ To correct ihe number of prints, select the image again and change the number. <oror> sers

« im sers & Press A or V to select “FORMAT”, and press SET. The FORMAT screen appears. 5 Press À or v to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. The memory card is initialised. + When initilisation is finished, “NO IMAGES STORED" or “NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED" appears. «To cancel initialisation, select "RETURN". CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted ifthe battery becomes exhausted during initialisation. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialise it. CFORMAT ERASE ALL EXISTINS DATA? Éxeeure RETURN A 4 LA LA MasterPage: Left

ADVANCED FEATURES ® | #-movmns 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 27 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT en 27 Ecronoirs 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. (+7 pg. 28 — 31) Power Switch VIDEO/MEMORY (GR-DX97/77/67 only) T For Video and D.S.C. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Recording Menus: + Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO” or “MEMORY”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) « Set the Power Switch to "while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. For Video Playback Menus: «Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Suitch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/ 77/67 only) «Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing doun the Lock Button located on the switch. For D.S.C. Playback Menus, refer t {GR-DX97/77/67 only) (: pg. 22) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (+7 pg. 15) 3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Press A or V to select the desired function, and press SET. The selected function menu appears. Screen for Video and D.S.C. Screen for Video Playback Recording Menu Menu

lrerusn 5 Setting procedure hereafter depends on the selected function.

1) Press A or Ÿ to select the

desired parameter. + Example: F1 PROGRAM AE Menu

2) Press SET. Selection is

2) Press A or to select the

3) Press SET. Selection is

I Recording Menus E CAMERA The CAMERA’ settings are effective when the Power Suitch is set to both “EX” and ‘”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to ‘T. [ 1 = Factory-preset REC MODE [SPI: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5 times the recording time. NOTES: Audio Dubbing (7 pg. 40) and Insert Editing (+7 pg. 40) are possible on tapes recorded in the SP mode. ‘+ Ifthe recording mode is switched, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point. Itis recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound. EME [12 BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models) 16 BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models) 12X: When set to “12X" while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 12X since digital zoom will be disengaged. [40X]': Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 12X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification. 700X°: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 12X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 700X digital magnification.

• Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to IDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) SNAP MODE [FULL]: Snapshot mode with no frame PIN-UP: Pin-Up mode FRAME: Snapshot mode with frame A |) 8

For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)" (17 pg. 32).

OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. [AGCI: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. AUTO KA : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subjects movements are not smooth or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. Whi the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, “3t£ is displayed NAVIGATION (GR-DX97/77/67 oniy) IMANUAL]: Enables thumbnail images to be made manually. (7 pg. 36) SEC / 15SEC / 30SEC / 60SEC: The captured image is stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image when the recording time is over the navigation time. For example, *5SEC" is suitable to record short scenes with the thumbnail images. (+7 pg. 35) However, the stored thumbnail images may take up a lot of memory. In this case, using the memory card with large capacity is recommended OFF: Disables the function. The “nu” indicator appears when “NAVIGATION is set to other than “MANUAL' and “OFF” 1 MANUAL The ‘Il MANUAL' settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to ‘". L 1= Factory-preset OFF: Disables the function. [ON « }: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. NOTES: + Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition. + The “y” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used. + Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod TELE MACRO [OFF]: Disables the function ON: When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m, set TELE MACRO" to “ON”. You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm: NOTE: Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

J À & 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 29 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM MasterPage: Advar MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT en 29 [OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. CINEMA'C]: Inserts black bands at the top and bottom ofthe screen. The [Jindicator appears. During playback on wide-screen TVS, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When using this mode, refer to your wide- screen TV's instruction manual. During playback/ recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitorWiewtinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letter boxed 16:9 movie. SQUEEZE-: For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. The [] indicator appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV's instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically

• Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Syitch is set to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) WIND CUT [OFF]: Disengages the function. ON @x: Helps cut down on noise created by wind. The “@s” indicator appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. SYSTEM The A SYSTEM" functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “M” are also applied when the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”. Factory-preset OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. It also activates the shutter sound effect. (7 pg. 21, 32) IMELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter sound effect. (:7 pg. 21, 32) TALLY OFF: The tally lamp remains off at all times. LONT: The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording, REMOTE OFF: Disables the remote control operations. [ON]: Enables the remote control operations. DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program ÀE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: + When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO MODE" is turned “ON”. + With “DEMO MODE” set to “ON, if there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “£J” or “M”. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTES: e lfa cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. + “DEMO MODE” remains “ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. e lf“DEMO MODE" remains “ON”, some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to “OFF”. PRIORITY [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewtinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewtinder when the viewtinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. CAM RESET EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-preset. [RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the factory- preset. 18] CAMERA DISPLAY + The TJ" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to “EX”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to‘. + The TJ" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings except “BRIGHT" and ‘AUX MIC” are effective only for shooting. L 1= Factory-preset BRIGHT &7 pg. 18, “Brighiness Adjustment Of The Display” ON SCREEN LCD: Keeps the camcorders display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen ILCD/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. [AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds when the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “EN” or ‘T”. ON: The date/time is always displayed. + The date indication can also be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided). {7 pg. 19, 87, 42) Right

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TIME CODE [OFF]: Time code is not displayed ON: Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. (7 pg. 17) AUX MIC OFF: Auxiliary microphone level indicator does not appear. [ONT: Displays auxiliary microphone level indicator when optional microphone is connected. (+7 pg. 7) CLOCK ADJ. 17 pg. 12, “Date/Time Settings” 1DSC (GR-DX97/77/67 oniy) [ 1= Factory-preset QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE (#2) and STANDARD ( 2) (in order of quality). NOTE: The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in the images and the type of memory card being used. 7 pg. 21) 640 x 480 / [1024 x 768] The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your needs. (+7 pg. 21) NOTE: The setting can be changed only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”. [TS (TAPE)]: When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDÉO/MEMORY Switch set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape. à Cra/ [ii (TAPE/CARD): When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch set to “VIDEO” still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the memory card (640 x 480 pixels). In this mode, the “SNAP MODE" selection in CAMERA Menu is also applicable to memory card recording. INT.SHOT [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Enables interval shooting. (+7 pg. 21) INT.TIME 15SEC / 30SEC / [MIN] / 2MIN / SMIN / 1OMIN / 3OMIN / GOMIN Alows you to select the shooting interval for interval shooting. (+7 pg. 21) I Playback Menus I VIDEO [ 1= 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. According to the menu access explanation on page 27, select “SOUND MODE" or “NARRATION" from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. SOUND MODE ISTEREO »{]: Sound is output on both “L’ and “A channels in stereo. SOUND L [p: Sound from the “’L’ channel is output. SOUND R dj: Sound from the *R” channel is output. LOFF]: Original sound is output on both “L’ and “R" channels in stereo. ON: Dubbed sound is output on both “L’ and “R” channels in stereo. (7 pg. 40) MIX: Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on both “L' and “R” channels. SYNCHRO 17 pg. 44, “For More Accurate Editing”

Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference. It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in VIDEO Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder during dubbing. (17 pg. 87, 38) (GR-DX97/77/67 oniy) LOFF]: When the SNAPSHOT button is pressed during tape playback, the playback image pauses and normal playback will resume after approximately 6 seconds. (The still image is not recorded.) ON: Enables dubbing of images recorded on a tape to a memory card. (+7 pg. 24) NAVI.DEL. (GR-DX97/77/67 only)

IMAGE SEL. / TAPE SEL. / ALL / RETURN

7 pg. 36, “To delete thumbnail images”

27 pg. 18, “Blank Search” S/AV INPUT (GR-DX97/77/57/37 only) [OFF]: Disables audioivideo signal input from the AV connector. (17 pg. 87) AIN: Enables audio/video signal input from the AV connector. (17 pg. 37) S.IN: Enables audio/S-video signal input from the AV connector. (17 pg. 87)

J A É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 31 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING en 31 LA SYSTEM Each setting is linked with ‘ŒA SYSTEM", which appears when the Power Switch is set to ‘TE. e The parameters are the same as in the description on page 29. VIDEO DISPLAY The l” (VIDEO DISPLAY) settings are effective only for video playback except “BRIGHT” and ‘AUX MIC”. + The parameters (except “OFF” in ON SCREEN settings) are the same as in the description (CAMERA DISPLAY) on page 29 L 1= Factory-preset BRIGHT pg. 13, “Brightness Adjustment Of The Display”

When set to “OFF”, the camcorders display disappears.

DATE/TIME [OFF] / AUTO / ON

When set to “AUTO”, the date/time are displayed in the following cases: + When playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/ time when scenes are recorded. e When the date is changed during playback. [rue cone JTE CRT 0 0" pg. 30, AUX MIC” SNAPSHOT _ mecording Start/Stop Button LED Light Que ont LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting (GR-DX97/77/67 only). À Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF: Turns off the light. ON: The light is on always. (n appears.) AUTO: The light turns on automatically when dark. GA appears.) 2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start video recording or SNAPSHOT to shoot a still image. NOTES: < Be careful not to point the LED Light directly to eyes. « Ifthe light does not reach the subject, the Night-Scope function will be activated, and makes it possible to shoot the subject brighter. e There is a difference in the brighiness of the images shot between the centre area which is iluminated by the LED Light and the surrounding areas (which will be darker). + Since subjects are shot at a reduced shutter speed when the LED Light setting is “ON, they will appear slightly blurred

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I Night Scope I Manual Focus 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. À Set the Power Switch to “9”. 2 Press NIGHT so that the Night-Scope indicator “TE” appears. ‘+ The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity. e “A” appears beside “If” while the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted. To deactivate Night-Scope Press NIGHT again so that the Night-Scope indicator disappears. NOTES: ‘ During Night-Scope, the following functions or setings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out: + Some modes of “Program AE With Special Effects” pg. 35). AIN UP” in CAMERA Menu. (- pg. 28) + “DIS” in MANUAL Menu. (:7 pg. 28) ‘+ During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. I Snapshot (For Video Recording) This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. T Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) 2 Set the Power Switch to". 3 Set “SNAP MODE” to the desired mode. (7 p9. 27, 28) 4 Press SNAPSHOT. There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. ‘+ The “PHOTO” indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re- enters the Record-Standby mode. You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. Regardiess of the Power Switch position (‘EX or‘), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode. Motor Drive Mode Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 4 provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second) ‘+ The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC SELECT” is set to “a Cr/n ET”. (: 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. T Set the Power Switch to ‘7. 2 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears. 3 Press < or > to focus on a subject. + When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ "or &" will blink. 4 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete. Manual focus indicator To reset to Auto Focus Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to “EN”. Manual focus is recommended i below. < When two subjects overlap in the same scene. < When illumination is low.* + When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall or a clear, blue sky* + When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or the viewinder.* + When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. + When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. *_ The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: À , <> and 2. ituations listed NS A 4] 1]

q & É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 33 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM FEATURES FOR RECORDING en 33 I Exposure Control I Backlight Compensation 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. T Set the Power Switch to “7”. 2 Set“E7" to “MANUAL". (+7 pg. 27) e The exposure control indicator appears. 3 To brighten the image, press >. To darken the image, press <. (maximum 46) © +3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight compensation. (-- pg. 33) e -3 exposure has the same effect as when ‘TAT" is set to “SPOTLIGHT”. (++ pg. 35) 4 Press SET. Exposure adjustment is complete. To return to automatic exposure control Select “AUTO” in step 2. Or, set the Power Switch to “EX”. NOTE: + You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when TAF" is set to “SPOTLIGHT" or “SNOW” (= pg. 35), or with the backlight compensation. « ifthe adjustment does not cause any visible change in brighiness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”. (+7 pg. 27, 28) I Iris Lock 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 viewtinder changes), such as when the subject is backing away. + When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. « When shooting objects under a spotlight. + When zooming. T Set the Power Switch to “9”. 2 Set“Ex" to “MANUAL". (++ pg. 27) « The exposure control indicator appears. 3 Adjust zoom so that the subject fils the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold SET for over 2 seconds. The exposure control indicator and the “{8" indication appear. 4 Press SET. The “[B” indication changes to “ the iris is locked. To return to automatic iris control Select “AUTO” in step 2. Or, set the Power Switch to + The exposure control indicator and “[B” disappear. To lock the exposure control and the iris After step 2, adjust the exposure by pressing < or >. Then lock the iris in steps 3 and 4. For automatic locking, select “AUTO” in step 2. The exposure control and the iris become automatic.

Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, backlight compensation feature brightens the dark subject portion by increasing the exposure. T Setthe Power Switch to ‘7. 2 Press BACK LIGHT so that the Backlight Compensation indicator “EM” appears. To cancel Backlight Compensation Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the disappears. NOTE: Using Backlight Compensation may cause the light around the subject to become too right and the subject to become white. ” indicator I Spot Exposure Control Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation. You can select one of the three metering areas on the LCD monitor/viewfinder. T setthe Power Switch to ‘7. 2 Press BACK LIGHT twice so that the Spot Exposure Control indicator “[z}” appears. + À spot metering area frame appears at the centre of the LCD monitorviewinder. 8 Press < or > to select the desired spot metering area frame. 4 Press SET. « Spot Exposure Control is engaged « Exposure is adjusted to make the brighiness of the selected area most appropriate. To lock the iris After step 3, press and hold SET over 2 seconds. The indication appears and the iris is locked. To cancel Spot Exposure Control Press BACK LIGHT once so that the “[£}” indicator disappears. NOTES: « You cannot use the Spot Exposure Control at the same time with following functions. “SQUEEZE” in “WIDE MODE" (: pg. 29) “SPOTLIGHT”, “STROBE" or “SNOW” in “PROGRAM AE" (7 pg. 35) + Digital Zoom (+7 pg. 16) + Manual Exposure Control « Depending on the shooting location and condition, optimum result may not be attained ADVANCED FEATURES MasterPage: Advan_Right

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34 en FEATURES FOR RECORDING I White Balance Adjustment I Wipe Or Fader Effects The white balance that 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. To change the setting Set ‘®" to the desired mode. (:7 pg. 27) e The selected mode indicator except “AUTO” appears. [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. 1% MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. (:7 “Manual White Balance Adjustment’) FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day. æ CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN: A video light or similar type of lighting is used. L 1 = Factory-preset To return to automatic white balance Set ‘#2 to “AUTO”. (+7 pg. 27) Or, set the Power Switch to “EN”. onu! White Balance Adjustment 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. T Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DX97/77/67 only) 2 Set ihe Power Suitch to‘. 3 set ‘Æ%” to the desired mode. (+7 pg. 27) e The WIPE/FADER menu disappears and the effect is reserved. « The selected effect indicator appears. 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out. To deactivate the selected effect Select “OFF” in step 3. The effect indicator disappears. NOTES: « You can extend the length of a Wipe or Fader by pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button. «Some Wipe/Fader Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects. (rpg. 35) In this case, the selected indicator blinks or goes out. EAWIPE/FADER Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. À Set the Power Switch to “9”. 2 Select°MWB” in 2 W.BALANCE” menu pg. 27) + The 1% indication blinks slowiy. 3 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fils the screen. 4 Press and hold SET until 4 begins blinking rapidly. e When the setting is completed, A resumes normal blinking, 5 Press SET tice. The Menu Screen closes and the Manual White Balance indicator 1%4 is displayed. NOTES: ‘+ In step 3, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually. (+7 pg. 32) + À subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.) Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result ‘ Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed. White paper OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) [M4] FADER-WHITE: Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER-BLACK: Fade in or out with a black screen. BW FADER-B.W: Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white. ER WIPE-CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. Ê MiPE-WINDOW: The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the comners, gradually wiping out to the centre. EC WPE-SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. BI wPE-Do0R: Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene. [AI WiPE-SCROLL: The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen. F1 WiPE-SHUTTER: Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen. MasterPage: Left

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MasterPage: Advar FEATURES FOR RECORDING en 35 I Program AE With Special Effects T Set the Power Switch to ‘®”. 2 Set" to the desired mode. (+7 pg. 27) e The PROGRAM AE menu disappears and the selected effect is activated. «The selected effect indicator appears. To deactivate the selected effect Select “OFF” in step 2. The effect indicator disappears. NOTES: « Program AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby. + Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used during Night-Scope. + When a subject is too bright or reflective, a vertical streak may appear (smear phenomenon). Smear phenomenon tends to occur when “SPORTS” or any mode of “SHUTTER 1/250 — 1/4000" is selected. + Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Wipe/Fader effects. (- pg. 34) In this case, the selected indicator blinks or goes out. Fi PROGRAM AE OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) 1/50 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. 1420 SHUTTER 1/120: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/ 120th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.

SHUTTER 1/250/ SHUTTER 1/500/ SHUTTER 1/1000*/

SHUTTER 1/2000°/ SHUTTER 1/4000": These settings allow fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback by fixing shutter speed variables. Use these settings when an automatic adjustment does not work well, using SPORTS mode. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions. #& SPORTS {Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 — 1/4000) This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions. SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow. (M SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights. 2* TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance (+7 pg. 34) is automatically set to “26”, but can be changed to your desired setting. When ‘Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. C@ SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look B/W MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect % CLASSIC FILM: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. æ, STROBE:: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

• Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Sywitch is set to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Navigation Function (GR-DX97/77/67 only) The Navigation Function helps you check tape contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card. Before continuing To use Navigation functions, load a cassette and memory card, then set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. To make thumbnail images during video recording automatically T Set “NAVIGATION” to the desired navigation storing time. (> pg. 27, 28) « ifthe “mu” indicator appears blinking on the screen, wait until it stops blinking. If it does not stop blinking after a while, check if a memory card is loaded. 2 Set ihe Power Switch to “EN” or‘. 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording. «When the recording time is over the navigation time set in step 1, ‘ÆE” appears briefly, then the image of the point where recording is started is captured and stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image. IFthe Recording Start/Stop button is pressed before “nu” Stops blinking, the image of the point where the loaded memory card is recognised is captured. 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording.

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To make thumbnail images after video recording manually T Set “NAVIGATION” to “MANUAL”. (7 pg- 27, 28) 2 Set the Power Switch to “4” or". 3 Aîter the recording, press NAVI STORE. + The Æ}/"indicator appears brielly and the captured image is stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image. NOTE: The remaining number of storable thumbnail images also appears on the screen when it reaches 10 or less. If "REC SELECT" is set to “a Crq/s Ii in DSC Menu, the number shows how many 640 x 480 pixel images can be stored. To find scenes on tape using thumbnail images (Navigation Search) À Set the Power Switch to “PLA) 2 Press NAVI during video playback or stop mode. + The loaded cassette's Navigation thumbnail image screen appears. 3 Press €/3/ A IV to select the desired image, and press SET. e The “NAVIGATION SEARCH" indication appears blinking and the camcorder starts searching the tape for the relevant point of the selected thumbnail image. RAIGATION DATE; 24. 50 To cancel Navigation search midway Press b/I1, 44, >> or BL. To add thumbnail images during video playback À Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. 2 Press »-/AI to start video playback. 3 Press NAVI STORE at the desired point. + The “Æ/”" indicator appears briefly and the image of the point where NAVI STORE is pressed is stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image. To delete thumbnail À Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Press À or V to select “ET”, and press SET. The VIDEO Menu appears. 4 Press À or V to select “NAVLDEL, and press SET. The Sub Menu appears. 5 By pressing A or v: Select “IMAGE SEL! to delete the currently displayed thumbnail pere image. Select “TAPE SEL! to delete all thumbnail images for the tape which contains the currently displayed image. Select “ALL to delete all thumbnail images stored in the memory card at once. Lis + 6 Press SET. The NAVIGATION screen appears. Z Press À or V to select À *EXECUTE”, and press SET. ak —ho e Press < to display the previous nu page. Press > to display the next "NAVIGATION DELETE CURRENT? page. « To cancel deletion, select “RETURN”. + Thumbnail images cannot be deleted during video playback. CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as tuning 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, initialise it. NOTES: + Be sure to always use the same tape and memory card together as they were during recording; otherwise, the camcorder cannot recognise Tape and Memory Card IDs to perform Navigation Function properly. + Check if an appropriate tape and memory card are loaded when the following messages appear: “NO ID ON TAPE OR CARD”, “UNABLE TO USE NAVIGATION’, “THIS MEMORY CARD IS NOT COMPATIBLE”. lf you change the memory card while shooting on one tape, two memory cards will share the tape's thumbnail images. We recommend that you use one memory card for one tape. + Navigation Search does not work if the current position is at a blank portion on the tape. Also, do not leave a blank portion partway through the tape when shooting; otherwise, Navigation Function does not work properly. + Before shooting newly over a recorded tape, be sure to delete all thumbnail images of the previous recording from the relevant memory card. 1f you copy thumbnail images from one memory card to another via a PC, Navigation Search does not work with the copied memory card

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To TV or VCR © Not connected © To S-VIDEO IN or OUT“ © Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUT © Red to AUDIO R IN or OUT © White to AUDIO L IN or OUT

• If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. (The provided cable adapter accepts only output signals from this camcorder. To use this camcorder as a recorder, use a commercially available cable adapter.) **_ Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN/OUT connector. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable. NOTE: Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: YIC: When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/ C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audiolvideo cable. To use this camcorder as a player T Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR. 2 Start playback on the camcorder. (+7 pg. 17) At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR's instruction manual.) Fo stop dubbing, stop recording on the , then stop 4 To stop dubbing, ding on the VCR, then st playback on the camcorder. NOTES: + Itis recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (:* pg. 11) + To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV + Date/time Set “DATE/TIME" to “AUTO”, “ON" or “OFF”. { pg. 27, 31) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn onoff the date indication + Time code Set “TIME CODE" to “OFF” or “ON”. (c pg. 27, 31) + Indications other than date/time and time code Set “ON SCREEN” to “OFF”, “LCD” or “LCD/TV”. {= pg-. 27, 31) To use this camcorder as a recorder (GR-DX97/77/57/ 37 only) T Following the illustrations, connect the camcorder and the VCR. 2 Set“REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP”. (:7 pg. 27, 28) 3 Set the camcorders Power Switch to “PLAY”. & Set *S/AV INPUT" to “A/V.IN" or “S.IN"* € pg. 27, 30)
• Select “S.IN” when using S-VIDEO OUT connector on your TVNVCR. 5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to engage the Record-Pause mode. + The “AIVAIN "or * SAN ” indication appears on the screen. 6 Start playback on the player. 7 Atthe point you want to start dubbing, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start dubbing. The 43 indication rotates. 8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop dubbing. The 43 indication stops rotating. NOTES: + After dubbing, set “S/AV INPUT” back to “OFF” + Analogue signals can be converted to digital signals with this procedure. « Itis also possible to dub from another camcorder.

q & É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 38 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM 38 en EDITING Dubbing To Or From À Video Unit Equipped With À DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) To use this camcorder as a player T Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with à DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the ilustration. Itis 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. (optional) To DV IN*/OUT Core filter 1 DV cable To DV IN/OUT LIL EI Video unit equipped with DV connector *_ GR-DX97/77/57/37 only 3 Start playback on the camcorder. pg. 17) 4 Atthe point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the video unit. (Refer to the video units instruction manual.) 5 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the video unit, then stop playback on this camcorder. NOTES: + itis recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (7 pg. 11) « 1f a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed. « Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this occurs, turn off the power and make connections again e1f“Playback Zoom' (: pg. 20) or “Playback Special Effects” (- pg. 20) is attempted or SNAPSHOT is pressed during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV IN/OUT connector. + When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To use this camcorder as a recorder (GR-DX97/77/57/ 37 only) T Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with à DV output connector using a DV cable as shown in the ilustration. 3 set*REC MODE” to “SP” or"LP”. (+7 pg. 27, 28) 4 Setthe camcorders Power Switch to “PLAY” 5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to engage the Record-Pause mode. e The “DVSIN indication appears on the screen. 6 Start playback on the player. 7 Atthe point you want to start dubbing, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start dubbing. The 43 indication rotates. 8 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop dubbing. The #3 indication stops rotating. NOTES: + lf no image is displayed on the LCD monitor, set “S/AV INPUT" to “OFF”. (:7 pg. 27, 30) Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardiess of the current “SOUND MODE” setting. (-> pg. 28) A 4 LA LA MasterPage: Left

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+ GR-DX97/77/57/37 only [A] Using USB cable (except GR-DX27) is possible to do the following things: + Transfer still images stored on a memory card to a PC. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) e Transfer still/moving images recorded on a tape to a PC. e Capture stil/moving images in real-time. + Use this camcorder as a WebCam. [B] Using DV cable itis also possible to transfer stil/moving images to a PC with a DV connector by using the provided software, software equipped with the PC or commercially available software. NOTES: + Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE” for the installation of the bundied software and drivers. (except GR-DX27) + The software operation manual is provided as PDF file on the CD-ROM. (except GR-DX27) + Itis recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (:+ pg. 11) + Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable simultaneousiy to the camcorder. Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder. (except GR-DX27) + 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. e lfthe PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode. {except GR-DX27) e The date/ime information cannot be captured into the PC. fer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software. + The st images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board. + The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using. For GR-DX97/77/67/57/48/37/28 owners: “USB MODE” and/or *ACCESSING FILES” appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while “ACCESSING FILES” is displayed on the LCD monitor since this can result in product damage. ADVANCED FEATURES _æ + … TE

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I Audio Dubbing I Insert Editing The audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-BIT and SP modes. (: pg. 28) ‘+ Use the provided remote control or an optional remote control kit RM-V717KITU. Stereo Microphone REW- LAY nd æ&l STOP

T Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (11) ile holding A. {$) on the remote control, 2 Wie holding A. DUB (#) on th tro. press PAUSE (Il). The “IIS” and “MIC” indicators appear. 3 Press PLAY (>), then begin “narrating”. Speak into the microphone. + To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (I Æ To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (1), then STOP

To hear the dubbed sound during playback Set “NARRATION" to “ON" or “MIX”. (c7 pg. 27, 30) NOTES: + Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing. ‘ When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-BIT, the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately. if you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded areas. ‘feedback or howling ocurs during TV playback, move the camcorders microphone away from the TV, or turn down the T's volume. ‘if you change from 12-BIT to 16-BIT in mid-recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where 16-BIT recording began. ‘+ During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-BIT audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops. ‘ Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional microphone connected to the MIC connector. While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in microphone is disabled. ‘+ To perform Audio Dubbing with a video unit connected to the camcorders AV connector, first set *S/AV INPUT" to “A/ VIN" or “S.IN’ in VIDEO Menu. (GR-DX97/77/57/37 only) (= pg. 27, 30) The “AUX” indication appears instead of “MIC”. Lis + 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 outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged. « Use the provided remote control or an optional remote control kit RM-V717KITU. NOTES: + Before performing the following steps, make sure that “TIME CODE" is set to “ON”. (-- pg. 27, 31) «insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. T Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and press PAUSE (11). Contirm the time code at this point. {= pg. 17) 2 Press REW (44) until the Edit-In point is located, then press PAUSE (I) 3 Press and hold INSERT (0) on the remote control, then press PAUSE (11). The “HO” indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. 4 Press START/STOP to begin editing. Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1 e To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it again to resume editing. S To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then STOP (B). NOTES: + Program AE with special effects (+= pg. 35) can be used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert Editing. During Insert Editing, the date and time information changes. « 1f you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded areas. + During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert Editing stops. (+ pg. 47)

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MasterPage: Advar EDITING en 41 I Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “euts’ for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see “VCR CODE LIST"), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. e Use the optional remote control kit RM-V717KITU. it is a set composed of RM-V717U remote control, an Editing cable* and an Editing extension cable.

• The Editing cable is not required with this camcorder. + Refer to remote control kits instructions as well. Set Remote/VCR Code T Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCR' infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and

hold MBR SET, and enter the brand code. The code is automatically set

once you release MBR SET, and the VCR'S power comes 6 on. 2 Make sure the VCR's power is on. Then, while holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote for the desired function. The functions the remote can control are PLAY (>), STOP (M), PAUSE (11), FF (>>>), REW (4) and VCR REC STBY (@II; you do not need to press SHIFT for this one) You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT: Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRS and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: « Ifthe VCR'S power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST. + Some brands of VCR do not come on automatically. In this case, tu the power on manually and try step 2. « Ifthe remote control is not able to control the VCR, use the controls on the VCR. + When the remote controls batteries run out, the VCR brand you have set will be erased. In that case, replace the old battery with a new one to reset the VCR brand. RM-V717U (optional)

J & É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 42 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM 42 en EDITING Make Connections Also refer to page 18. TA A Jvc VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. E A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector. A VCR other than above Connect the editing cable to the remote controls PAUSE IN connector. 2 insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. 3 Set ie VIDEO/MMEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) 4 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 5 Tum the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode. « Refer to the VORS instructions. NOTES: + Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do, they will be recorded onto the new tape. To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV + Date/ime Set *DATE/TIME" to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”. {= pg. 27, 31) Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication. + Time code Set “TIME CODE" to “OFF” or “ON". (= pg. 27, 31) + Indications other than date/time and time code Set “ON SCREEN" to “OFF”, "LCD" or "LCD/TV”. (+ pg. 27, 81) ‘ When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input connector, an optional DV cable can be connected instead ofthe S/AV/Editing cable. However, it is necessary to connect the editing cable of the S/AV/Editing cable to the VCR. (For details, see step 1.) Lis + Open the cover. S/AVIEditing cable (provided) o e10e'0o Editing extension cable (optional)"* Cable “YIC"I“CVBS" Video Adapter Out Select Switch To TV or VCR I To Remote PAUSE or RA.EDIT —2-- VCR To PAUSEN I nl SR + oispLay | 6088 TV © Black to S-VIDEO IN°* @ Yellow to VIDEO IN © Red to AUDIO R IN © White to AUDIO L IN

• If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN connector. In this case, itis not necessary to connect the yellow video cable. *** If necessary, use this cable provided with the remote control kit RM-V717KITU for connections. NOTE: Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: YIC: When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/ C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audiolvideo cable.

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EDIT IN/OUT—{£) () () @i—R.AEDIT EX ONOFF

6 Press PLAY (>) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. + The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears. Z if using a Wipe/Fader at the beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control. + Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and stop when the one you want is displayed. 8 Atihe beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu. 9 Atthe end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The Edit- Out position appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu. Selected parameter TO using a Wipe/Fader at the end of the scene, press FADENWIPE. « Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatediy, and stop when the one you want is displayed. If you select a Wipe/Fader effect for an Edit-Out point, the effect is automatically applied to the following Edit-In point. «When you use Wipe/Fader effects, that time is included in the total time. TT using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT. € pg. 20) 12 Repeat steps 8 through 11 to register additional scenes. + To change previously registered points, press CANCEL on the remote control. The registered points disappear, one at a time, from the most recently registered point. If you are not using Wipe/Fader or Program AE with special effects, repeat steps 8 and 9 only. NOTES: + When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them. Ifthe search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck's Record-Standby mode wil be cancelled and editing will not take place. « Ifthere are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in the edited version. + Turning off the camcorders power erases all registered Edit-n and Edit-Out points. + If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Black & White Fader. In this case the Black & White indicator begins biinking. Once the next Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during recording, then use Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing. Itis not possible to use Wipe/Fader effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble Editing using à DV cable.

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44 en EDITING Automatic Editing To VCR 5 Press À or to select ‘Æ”, and press SET. The VIDEO Menu appears. 13 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE ( T4 press VCR REC STBY (@l1), or manually engage the VCR'S Record-Pause mode. T5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of the last registered scene. When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-Pause mode. if you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will be dubbed all the way to the end automatically. if you operate the camcorder during automatic editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode and automatic editing will stop. 16 Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the VCR + To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. NOTES: « Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing. ‘ When the editing extension cable is connected to the remote controls PAUSE IN connector during dubbing, make sure the remote control is pointed at the VCR'S sensor, and the path between the two is unobstructed. + Random Assemble Editing may not function properly when using a tape including several duplicated time codes. CG pg. 17) For More Aceurate Editing 6 Press À or V to select“SYNCHRO”, and press SET. The value for “SYNCHRO" is highlighted. (Factory- preset: 20.0) Z Based on the diagnostics performed, you can now advance the VCR'S record timing by pressing \. You can also delay the VCR' record timing by pressing V. The adjustment range is from 1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in O.1- second increments. Press SET to finish the setting. 8 Press À or V to select “URETURN", and press SET. twice. + Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning with step 6 on page 43. NOTES: « Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing trial runs to check whether the value you have input is appropriate or not, and make adjustments accordingly. + Depending on the recorder, there may be situations where the timing difference cannot be fully corrected. Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR. Diagnosing VCR/Camcorder Timing À Play back the tape in the camoorder, then point the remote control at the camcorders remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF. + Random Assemble Eiting Menu appears. 2 Periorm Random Assemble Editing on Program 1 only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing, select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit-In point. 3 Play back the dubbed scene. If any images from the scene prior to the transition you Program 1 chose for your Edit-In point were recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly from Record-Pause to Record mode. ‘ Ifthe scene you tried to dub stars in progress, the VOR is slow to start recording. Adjustment Of VCR/Camcorder Timing 4 Press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. MasterPage: Left

REFERENCES KP7 GR-DX9TPAL.book Page MasterPage: Ref_HeadingO_Right Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM TROUBLESHOOTING en 45 ff, 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.) and wait a few minutes; and hen re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. Power No power is supplied. « The power is not connected properly. + Connect the AC Adapter securely. (7 pg. 11) The battery is dead. + Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one. 7 pg. 11) Video and D.S.C. Recording Recording cannot be performed. «The tapes erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. Set the tape's erase protection tab to “REC”. (: + ‘TAPE END" appears. + Replace with new cassette. (rpg. 14) + The cassette holder cover is open. + Close the cassette holder cover. pg. 14) When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. < This is not a malfunction. When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant. < This is not a malfunction. During recording, the date/ time does not appear. « “DATE/TIME" is set to “OFF” Set “DATE/TIME" to “ON”. (+7 pg. 27, 29) The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. + Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE with special effects, “DIS” and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. —Re-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE with special effects and “DIS" (7 pg. 27, 28, 84, 85) Digital Zoom does not work. + 12X optical zoom is selected. Set ‘ZOOM" to “40X" or “700X". (+7 pg. 28) + The VIDEO/MEMORY Suitch is set to “MEMORY” (GR-DX97/77/67 only) —Setthe VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. A Z

Video and D.S.C. Playback The tape is moving, but there is no picture. «Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode. + Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback. (:7 pg. 18) «The cassette holder cover is open. + Close the cassette holder cover. (:7 pg. 14) Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue. + Clean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette. {7 pg. 50) Advanced features The focus does not adjust automatically. « Focus is set to the Manual mode. + Set Focus to the Auto mode. (:7 pg. 32) «The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. + Clean the lens and check the focus again. (r7 pg. 48) Snapshot mode cannot be used. «The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected. + Disengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. (+ pg. 27, 29) The colour of Snapshot looks strange. «The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. Find a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. (- pg. 21, 32) The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. + Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. Press BACK LIGHT. (+7 pg. 33) The image taken using Snapshot is too bright. «The subject is too bright. Set TA” to “SPOTLIGHT”. (+ pg. 35) White Balance cannot be activated. + The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. + Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. (: pg. 35) The Black & White Fader does not work. + The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. + Disengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). (: pg. 27, 35) The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow. < When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP" is set to “AUTO” If you want the lighting to look more natural, set “GAIN UP" to “AGC" or “OFF”. (r7 pg. 27, 28)

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Other problems The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light. + Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C. (+7 pg. 49) “SET DATE/TIME!" appears. + The buit-in clock rechargeable lithium battery is discharged. + The previously set date/time is erased. — Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock lithium battery. (+7 pg. 12) Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) + Files stored in the memory card are protected Remove protection from the files stored in the memory card and delete them. (+7 pg. 25) When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction. By recording with “DIS” activated (+7 pg. 27, 28) this can be avoided. When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate. + The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power tumed on. Turn the camcorders power off and on again, then operate

Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish. In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction: + Adjust the brighiness and angle of the LCD monitor. 67 pg. 13, 15) + When the LCD monitors fluorescent light reaches the end ofits service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark — Consult your nearest JVC dealer. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. ‘+ The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high- precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots oflight (red, green or blue) may appear constantiÿ on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %) The cassette will not load properly. + The battery's charge is low. Install a fully charged battery. (+7 pg. 11) The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Push in the memory card a few more times. (r> pg. 14) Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor. + The viewinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY" is set to “FINDER" — Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY" to “LCD”. {7 pg. 15, 27, 29) «The LCD monitors brighiness setting is too dark. + Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. (+7 pg. 13) + Ifthe monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open the monitor fully. (7 pg. 15) An error indication (E01 — E04 or E06) appears. + A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this case the camcorders functions become unusable. +57 pg. 48. The remote control does not work. « “REMOTE” is set to “OFF”. —+Set“REMOTE" to “ON”. (+7 pg. 27, 29) + The remote control does not point at the remote sensor. + Point at the remote sensor. (- pg. 19) «The remote control batteries are exhausted. + Replace the batteries with fresh ones. (+7 pg. 19)

XO7PAL.book Page 47 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM TROUBLESHOOTING en 47 Warning Indi Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level ù — Où — CI — High Exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. (17 pg. 14)

CHECK TAPE'S ERASE PROTECTION TAB

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to “EN” or “ff” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Suitch (GR-DX97/77/67 only) is set to “VIDEO”. (7 pg. 12)

@ USE CLEANING CASSETTE

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette. (17 pg. 50)

I CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears. TAPE! Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/ Stop Button or SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “E" or ‘f” and the VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch (GR-DX97/77/67 only) is set to

TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. SET DATE/TIME! e Appears when the date/time is not set. (17 pg. 12) e Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. (7 pg. 12) LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is tured on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. A. DUB ERROR! Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (+7 pg. 40) A. DUB ERROR! <CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>

<CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING>

<CHECK TAPE'S ERASE PROTECTION TAB>

e Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. (tr pg. 40) e Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-BIT audio. (7 pg. 40) e Appears if A. DUB (#) on the remote control when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (7 pg. 40) INSERT ERROR! Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (17 pg. 40) pressed INSERT ERROR!

<CANNOT EDIT ON À BLANK PORTION>

<CANNOT EDIT ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>

<CHECK TAPE'S ERASE PROTECTION TAB>

e Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. e Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. (> pg. 40) e Appears if INSERT (D) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (7 pg. 40)

Appears when the memory card's memory is full and shooting is not possible. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) COPYING FAILED e Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder. e Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory card (as digital stlls or video clips) (GR-DX97/77/67 only): + when no memory card is loaded + when the memory card's memory is full. + when the memory card is not formatted. + when a write-protected SD Memory Card is loaded. (= pg. 24) MEMORY CARD! Appears if there is no memory card loaded when you attempt to record on a memory card or access data on a memory card. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) PLEASE FORMAT Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is corrupt, or it has not been initialised. Initialise the memory card. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) (= pg. 26)

Appears if there are no image files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) MasterPage: Ref_Right

MasterPage: HeadingO_Left 4 PS 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 48 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM NA œ A A 48 en USER MAINTENANCE Ÿ NO E-MAIL CLIP STORED I Cleaning The Camcorder Appears if there are no video clip files stored in the memory card when you attempt memory card playback. Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the (GR-DX97/77/67 only) battery pack and AC Adapter. CARD ERROR! To clean the exterior Wipe gentiy with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild Appears when the camcorder does not recognise the soap and wring it well to wipe off heawy dirt. Then wipe loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once again with a dry cloth. and insert it again. Repeat these procedures until no : indication appears. If the indication still appears, the To cisan the LCD monitor memory card is corrupted. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Wipe gentiy with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor. UNSUPPORTED FILE! To clean the lens Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens with DCF or a file with a size that is not compatible with cleaning paper. this camcorder. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) NOTES: e Avoid tr À ts h as be CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH FOOhQle 9 SONG GANG agents SUER as benzine or Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images * Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has when the write protection tab on the SD Memory Card Peen removed or other power units have been is set to the “LOCK” position. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) disconnected. Appears when you attempt MEMORY SELECT menu ad may Su fthe re let a ted cloth refert operation with à write-protected SD Memory Card pren vang à claaner 01 Shernicall irestad cloih refer to loaded. (GR-DX97/77/67 only) e cautions of each product. e To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC E01, E02 or E06 dealer.

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY À The error indications (01, E02 or E06) show what type À d of malfunction has occurred. When an error indication CL appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. E03 or E04 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occurred. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. PS 4 SA NZ

J Æ É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 49 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM MasterPage: Ref_HeadingO_Right CAUTIONS en 49 Battery Packs Cassettes 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: e To avoid hazards -….do not burn. .…do not short-cireuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. .….do not modify or disassemble. -….do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire. use only specified chargers. To prevent damage and prolong service life .….do not subject to unnecessary shock. -….charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery — cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging. -..store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high N °

Terminals To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: During use .make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark. be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals. -make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting. .do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage. .do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust. Store cassettes -away from heaters or other heat sources. out of direct sunlight. where they won't be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. -where they won't be exposed to strong magnetic fields {such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets). .vertically, in their original cases. Memory Cards (GR-DX97/77/67 only) temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life. Uully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time. L -..remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched of NOTES: e itis normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specifications Charging: 10°C to 35°C Operation: 0°C to 40°C Storage: -20°C to 50°C e The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes. « Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack

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, initialisation, etc.) never unload the memory card and never turn off the camcorder. Store memory cards -away from heaters or other heat sources. out of direct sunlight. -where they won't be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. -where they won't be exposed to strong magnetic fields {such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets).

MasterPage: Left J A A É 2 7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 50 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM NA 50 en CAUTIONS LCD Monitor Recording cannot be performed properly. In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and + To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT play back. fihe casselie is used more than once push it strongly or apply any shocks. consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After lace the camcorder with the LGD monitor on the bottom. … the camborer plays back for about 20 seconds. t stops + To prolong service life automatcal. Also refer t the cleaning cassettes void rubbing it with coarse cloth If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, + Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD consult your nearest JVC dealer. monitor use. These are not malfunctions Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD. Video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. In monitor andor ne back of the LCD monitor may heat up. Gr o mainain a car picture at alles. parie check. -IFyou leave power on for a long time, the surface around fée. For periodic checkcups please consult Your noarest the LCD monitor becomes hot. JVC dealer. Main Unit How To Handle À CD-ROM (except GR-DX27) + For safety, DO NOT + Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite .….open the camcorders chassis. to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker disassemble or modify the unit. on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets hort-circuit the terminals of he battery pack. Keep it away dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre from metallic objects when not in use. hole. llow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the e Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray. unit. + Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface. ..remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply # Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid while the power is on environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight. leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use. + Avoiïd using the unit About moisture condensation in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. + You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking will cause drops of water to form on the glass’ outer stove. surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place near a television set. to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under ar appliances generating strong magnetic or electric extremely humid conditions or in a place directly fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner. n places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or < Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures. the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the + DO NOT leave the unit camcorder itself. in places of over 50°C. : ion in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or Serious malfunctioning extremely high (above 80%). If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit in direct sunlight. immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. in a closed car in summer. ear a heater. + To protect the unit, DO NOT The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. llow it to become wet. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, op the unit or strike it against hard objects. etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such ubject it to shock or excessive vibration during cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery transportation. pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and ….keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long … | then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the periods. beginning. xpose the lens and viewtinders lens to direct sunlight carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewinder. swing it excessively when using the hand strap or the grip. swing the soft camera case excessively when the camcorder is inside it + Dirty heads can cause the following problems: CASE ES bc éhett ne » | No picture during playback. Blocks of noise appear during playback. During recording or playback, the Head Clog Warning indicator “@" appears. A A

7 GR-DX97PAL.book Page 51 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 12:44 PM MasterPage: Ref_Heading SPECIFICATIONS en 51 Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 8.1 W (3.8W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 8.9 W (4.6W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off)

• Using LED Light Dimensions (W x H x D) 52 mm x 93 mm x 94 mm {with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Weight Approx. 430 g {without cassette and battery) Approx. 530 g (incl. cassette and battery) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C Operating humidity 35% to 80% Storage temperature 20°C to 50°C Pickup 1/6" CCD Lens F 1.2, f= 2.6 mm to 31.2 mm, 12:1 power zoom lens LCD monitor 3.0“*/2.5"*" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system GR-DX97/57/48 **_ GR-DX77/67/87/28/27 Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder with 0.3" colour LCD Speaker Monaural LED Light Effective distance: 1.5 m For Digital Video Camera Format DV format (SD mode) Signal format PAL standard Recording/Playback format Video: Digital component recording Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-BIT), 48 kHz 2-channel (16-BIT) Cassette Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: 18.8 mms, LP: 12.5 mm/s Maximum recording time (using 80 SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min. cassette) For Digital Still Camera (GR-DX97/77/67 only) Storage media SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard Compression system Still image: JPEG (compatible) Moving image: MPEG4 (compatible) File size Still image: 2 modes (1024 x 768 pixels/640 x 480 pixels) Moving image: 1 mode (160 x 120 pixels) Picture quality 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD) Approximate number of storable images &7 pg. 21 For Connectors

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Right

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