M6D1_Lineup_cata_8_r 05.11.18 1:30 PM Page 3 GR-D396/GR-D395 GR-D370/GR-D350 HIGH-BAND DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERAS 32xC Optical Optical Zoom Zoom amcorder 800x Digital Zoom Easy Operation, Convenient Functions, Enjoyable to Use GR-D396 GR-D395 GR-D370 GR-D350 M6D1_Lineup_cata_8_r 05.11.18 1:30 PM Page 4 With intuitive operation and convenient functions, our camcorders offer new possibilities when recording your memories. New Ways to Enjoy Video 32x Optical Zoom with 800x Digital Zoom With the powerful 32x optical zoom, an image is enlarged 32 times without jagged edges. Images can be further enlarged up to 800x when combined with the digital zoom. 32x Optical Zoom Wide (16:9) Mode This feature easily changes the recording size from a standard (4:3) to the now popular wide screen (16:9) size with the touch of a single button. The 16:9 wide screen format is typically found in today's high-definition displays. Using the wide mode will still maintain a high picture quality plus, give you a more realistic and powerful visual due to the extended field of vision. * Image will be squeezed when viewing on the LCD monitor. For the GR-D350, the field angle remains the same, but the top and bottom portions are cropped and expanded. LIVE SLOW Live Slow (GR-D396/395/370) Slow down the action and enjoy. Live Slow is extremely useful to play back precious or hard-to-see moments at a slow speed. Your recording will play back the sound at standard real time speed on the DVC tape. The video will record with a slow motion effect, which allows you to easily catch the action. You can also use this feature when playing back your recordings originally recorded at normal speed. M6D1_Lineup_cata_8_r 05.11.18 1:31 PM Page 5 Helpful and Convenient Functions AUTO Button Data Battery This button allows you to switch to AUTO Mode quickly and easily. The button switches between AUTO and MANUAL mode with a simple push. Remaining battery and recording time can be easily viewed, by simply touching one button, even with the power turned off. This allows you to check what remains for both the battery and recording time before shooting, so you can prevent the battery from running out during shooting. These products include patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Multi-Language On-Screen You can choose the language used for menu settings and camera operations, making the camera much easier to operate. 2.5" Clear LCD Monitor Significantly reduces surface reflections and glare to easily view the LCD screen. The LCD screen will maintain a clear, visible, bright view during outdoor recording. Language GR-D396/395/370 English/Spanish/French/Korean/Japanese/ Portuguese/Chinese (Traditional) GR-D350 English/Spanish/French/Portuguese Conventional Clear LCD Monitor Power-Linked Operation GR-D396/395/370 GR-D350 Automatically turns on the camera when you open the LCD or pull out the viewfinder. Menu On-Screen Display The menu layers are sorted by categories making the OSD simpler and more userfriendly. In this way, navigating the menu is much easier. Icons are also used for the GR-D396/395/370, further increasing usability. On Off NightAlive Boosts light sensitivity for a bright picture even in environments with minimal illumination*, always giving you full color, whether your subject is close-by or far away. * JVC’s NightAlive combines digital slow shutter and image processing technology. With rapidly moving subject, image trails may be displayed. First Screen Second Screen Third Screen High Quality Picture and Sound Off On Super High-Band Processor This JVC-developed technology expands the camera signal’s frequency range to raise horizontal resolution to 520 lines or more, thereby taking full advantage of the DV format’s original high resolution. USB PC Link ● USB Mass Storage Class (GR-D396/395/370) ● Web-Camera Function via IEEE 1394 M6D1_Lineup_cata_8_r 05.11.18 1:30 PM Others Page 2 Specifications Format Power source Power Using viewfinder consumption Using LCD Cassette Max. recording time (LP) ● Built-in Auto Illumi. Light (GR-D396/395/370) Lens Filter diameter Zoom ratio Optical Digital Terminals ● Color Viewfinder DV (SD specifications) (Batt) 7.2 V / (AC adapter) 11 V 2.8 W 3.2 W Mini DV type 90 min. (with 60-min. DV cassette) 120 min. (with 80-min. DV cassette) F 2.0-4.5, f=2.3—73.6 mm (Equivalent to 44-1408 mm zoom lens on 35 mm SLR camera) 27 mm 32:1 800:1 DV In/Out, USB Terminal*, DC In, A/V Out System Requirements (GR-D396/395/370) Windows® Dimensions WxHxD (Including parts protruding) Weight (Without battery) Intel® MMX™ Pentium®, at least 200MHz RAM At least 64MB Hardware iMac, iBook, Power Mac G4 or G5, PowerBook G3 or G4, eMac, Mac Mini equipped with a USB connector 0.88 lbs. / 400 g Optional Accessories ● Software (CD-ROM) (GR-D396/395/370) ● ● ● ● ● ● Full-Function Remote Control (RM-V720) (GR-D396/395) ● AC Power Adapter ● Battery Pack (BN-VF707)* ● Battery Pack (BN-VF714)** BN-VF707 ● Shoulder Strap ● USB Cable (GR-D396/395/370) ● AV Cable CPU OS Mac OS X (10.1.5, 10.2.1 to 10.2.8, 10.3.1 to 10.3.9, 10.4.2, 10.4.3) RAM At least 128MB 2-3/8 x 3-3/4 x 4-1/2 / 59 x 94 x 114 mm Provided Accessories Digital Photo Navigator (Windows®) Windows® Me/2000 Professional/ XP Home Edition/XP Professional (pre-installed) Macintosh * GR-D396/395/370 ● Digital Effects and Scene Transitions OS BN-VF707† 700mAh Battery Pack BN-VF714† 1400mAh Battery Pack BN-VF733† 3300mAh Battery Pack AA-VF7 Battery Charger VU-AF70KIT Starter Kit (Includes BN-VF707 (700 mAh) BN-VF714 Battery Pack, CB-A79 Carrying Bag, and a 60-min. DV cassette.) ● VU-AF71KIT Starter Kit (Includes BN-VF714 (1400 mAh) Battery Pack, CB-A79 Carrying Bag, and a 60-min. DV cassette.) BN-VF733 Battery Pack BN-VF707 BN-VF714 BN-VF733 † These products include patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. For additional information about JVC Data Battery, please contact the JVC Company of America. For complete list of branches, please visit our website at http://www.jvc.com. * Two battery packs are provided with the GR-D396. ** Provided with the GR-D395. AA-VF7 Maximum Continuous Recording Time With Color Viewfinder 1 hr. 40 min. 3 hr. 25 min. 8 hr. With LCD Monitor 1 hr. 30 min. 3 hr. 7 hr. Comparison Chart GR-D350 GR-D370 GR-D395 GR-D396 CCD 1/6" 680k 1/6" 680k 1/6" 680k 1/6" 680k Horizontal Resolution 520 lines 520 lines 520 lines 520 lines Optical Zoom/ Digital Zoom 32x/800x 32x/800x 32x/800x 32x/800x Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes HIGH-BAND DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERAS Live Slow NightAlive GR-D396/395/370 Yes Slim & Stylish DVCs with 32x Optical Zoom, Wide (16:9) Mode and Digital Still Function Clear LCD Monitor 2.5" (112k pixels) 2.5" (112k pixels) 2.5" (112k pixels) 2.5" (112k pixels) Auto Illumi. Light Yes Yes Yes USB Mass Storage Class Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 640x480 640x480 640x480 BN-VF707 x 1 BN-VF714 x 1 BN-VF707 x 2 7 Languages 7 Languages 7 Languages Web-Camera Function (via IEEE 1394) Yes Digital Still Function Maximum Digital Still Size Provided Data Battery & Quantity BN-VF707 x 1 4 Languages Multi-Language On-Screen (Eng./Spa./Fre./Por.) DV Input/Output IN/OUT Full-Function Remote Control GR-D350 HIGH-BAND DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA Slim & Stylish DVC with 32x Optical Zoom (Eng./Spa./Fre./Kor./Jap./ (Eng./Spa./Fre./Kor./Jap./ (Eng./Spa./Fre./Kor./Jap./ Por./Chi. [Traditional]) Por./Chi. [Traditional]) Por./Chi. [Traditional]) IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT Yes (RM-V720) Yes (RM-V720) E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Certain accessories may not be available in certain areas. All photographs and screenshots in this catalog are simulated. Microsoft®, Windows® and NetMeeting® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Apple, Apple logo, Macintosh and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All brand or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved. 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