This document is a user manual for the GR-D290 and GR-D270 digital video cameras. It contains safety information, precautions, and instructions for operating the camera's video recording, playback, and digital still camera functions.
This manual covers safety precautions, power requirements, and basic handling for the JVC GR-D290 and GR-D270 camcorders. It includes getting‑started instructions, control button functions, connector descriptions, and guidance for using accessories such as the optional microphone and conversion lens.
Detailed sections describe video recording and playback, digital still camera (D.S.C.) functions, advanced features like backlight compensation, LED Light, Live Slow, and menu adjustments. The final chapters provide troubleshooting tips, user maintenance advice, and a full specification table for power, dimensions, lens, and recording formats.
| Power supply (AC Adapter) | DC 11 V |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (LCD off) | Approx. 3.2 W |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 56 mm × 94 mm × 112 mm |
| Weight (without battery) | Approx. 430 g |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C |
| Lens | F 1.8, 2.2 mm‑55 mm, 10:1 power zoom |
| Recording format | DV (SD mode), PAL |
Set the “DEMO MCDE” switch to OFF.
It uses JVC Data Battery packs (BN‑VF707U, VF714U, or VF733U).
The AC adapter accepts 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz.
56 mm × 94 mm × 112 mm (with LCD closed and viewfinder retracted).