JVC GR-D33 - MiniDV Camcorder With 16x Optical... Firmware update

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This document explains the basic information such as system requirements, installation and connections, etc.
for the provided software.
For details on the operation, refer to the software instruction manual included on the CD-ROM in PDF format.
You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our world wide web
server at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html
ENGLISH
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND
DV CONNECTION GUIDE
LYT1198-001A
COPYRIGHT © 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
Printed in Malaysia
0903-FO-ID-PJ
CAUTION:
●Operate this equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual.
●Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any other CD-ROM to run this software.
●Do not attempt to modify this software.
●Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
How to handle a CD-ROM
●Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything
or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft
cloth outward from the center hole.
●Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray.
●Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.
●Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.
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Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC
Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill out the
following and have the appropriate information ready.
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications or
performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.
Notice for Users
Product Name
Model
Problem
Error Message
PC
Manufacturer
Model □Desktop □Laptop
CPU
OS
Memory MB
Available Hard Disk Space MB
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The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camcorder to a PC and to use ImageMixer 1.7.
Windows®
●The system requirements information above is not a guarantee that the provided software will work on all
personal computers meeting those requirements.
●Microsoft®and Windows®are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
●Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
System Requirements
OS : Windows® Millennium Edition (Me) (pre-installed),
Windows® 2000 Professional (2000) (pre-installed),
Windows®XP Home Edition (XP) (pre-installed),
or Windows®XP Professional (XP) (pre-installed)
CPU : Intel MMX®Pentium®, at least 200 MHz
For capturing video via an IEEE1394 (DV) cable, Intel Pentium®III, at least 500
MHz, at least 800 MHz recommended
RAM : At least 64 MB, at least 128 MB recommended
Free hard disk space : At least 230 MB for installation, at least 1 GB recommended
Connector : IEEE1394 (i.LINK) connector
Display : Must be capable of displaying 800 x 600 dots with 16-bit color
Miscellaneous : Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
DirectX 8.0a or later
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Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [ImageMixer] screen in step 1, you
can install the following software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other
application icons on the status bar.)
ImageMixer 1.7
This application is used to capture still images and video clips from a camcorder through an IEEE1394
(i.LINK) connector, and is also used to manage and edit the still images and video clips, and to create Video
CDs.
1Load the provided CD-ROM in the PC.
Following steps are the example of ImageMixer 1.7 on Windows® XP.
After a moment, the [ImageMixer] screen appears.
●If the [ImageMixer] screen does not appear, double-click [My Computer] and then double-click the
CD-ROM icon.
2Click [ImageMixer].
[Choose Setup Language] screen appears.
3Select the desired language and click [Next].
Then, [ImageMixer Setup] screen appears.
Software Installation (Windows®)
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4Click [Next].
[License Agreement] screen appears.
5Click [Yes].
[Customer Information] screen appears.
6Confirm your information and click [Next].
●It is possible to change the information.
Then, [Choose Destination Location] screen appears.
7Click [Next].
Then, [Start Copying Files] screen appears.
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8Click [Next].
[Setup Status] screen appears. Wait for a moment until the installation is finished.
When the installation is finished, [Readme.txt] appears.
9Confirm the contents and click the close button on the upper right of the window to close
it.
Then, [InstallShield Wizard Complete] screen appears.
10 Click [Finish].
11 When the message asking whether it is OK to restart the PC appears, click [Finish].
The installation is completed, and the PC restarts.
Installing [ImageMixer 1.7]
When the error message below appears while installing ImageMixer, click [OK] to complete installation.
NOTES:
●The software instruction manual is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Double-click the [JVC] folder
and then double-click the [Docs] folder. Open the “Start.pdf” file and click the button of the desired
language. Note that Adobe®Acrobat®ReaderTM or Adobe®Reader®must be installed to read PDF files.
●Adobe®Acrobat®ReaderTM or Adobe®Reader®can be loaded from Adobe’s web site:
http://www.adobe.com/
●If you perform installation of a software that is already installed, uninstallation will start. In this case,
perform the installation again after uninstallation is finished.
●When you install ImageMixer 1.7 with Windows® 2000 and Windows® XP, the [Microstaff WINASPI] screen
appears. Click [Next] to continue installation.
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Connecting the DV cable
Connect the DV cable to use ImageMixer in capturing video.
1To assure safety, make sure all units are turned off before making any connections.
2Use the DV cable to connect the camcorder to the IEEE1394 connector on the PC.
NOTES:
●It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.
●When the DV cable is connected, turning on or off the camcorder causes malfunctions of the PC.
Connections (Windows®)
To DV connector
PC
To IEEE1394 connector
DV cable
Camcorder
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