ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL920 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 6 GETTING STARTED 7 – 14 TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 15 – 24 TAPE RECORDING ........................ 16 – 20 TAPE PLAYBACK ..........................
EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. • Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. • Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. It is recommended that you . . . .....
EN 3 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 (3-15/16") 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.
EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES EN or Remote Control Unit RM-V717U AC Adapter AP-V10U, AP-V11U or AP-V12U Battery Pack BN-V408U Memory Card 16 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) USB Cable Lens Cap (墌 pg.
EN AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). MENU/BRIGHT Wheel 䡲 Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “ AUTO ” or “ MANUAL ” and no cassette is in the camcorder. 䡲 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.
GETTING STARTED EN GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power .................................................. 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment .................................. 10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 10 Tripod Mounting .......................................... 10 Date/Time Settings...................................... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 12 Recording Mode Setting ....................
EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) Power BATT. RELEASE Button 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. 1 2 CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 3 1 Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3. Power Switch 2 Set the Power Switch to “OFF”.
EN 9 USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTENTION Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) Grip Adjustment Power Zoom Lever 1 Separate 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 Recording Start/ Stop button easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.
EN MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp 11 Date/Time Settings The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback (墌 pg. 50, 51). 1 Set the Power Switch to “ MANUAL ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to access the Menu Screen. 3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ DISPLAY”. Press it and the DISPLAY Menu appears.
EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) Erase protection tab* Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Make sure the window side is facing out. 1 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT 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.
EN 13 Recording Mode Setting MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ MANUAL ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ CAMERA” and press it. The CAMERA Menu appears.
EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Display Lock Button – F I NE QUAL I TY I MAGE S I ZE – 1 02 4 X7 6 8 REC SELECT – Card Cover Label Clipped edge Power Lamp RETURN Memory card Loading A Memory Card Picture Quality/Image Size Setting The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder when you receive the camcorder. The Picture Quality/Image Size can be selected to best match your needs. Refer to the chart on page 27 for your selection.
TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK EN 15 TAPE RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS TAPE RECORDING ........................ 16 – 20 Basic Recording ..................................... 16 Journalistic Shooting ............................... 17 Self-Recording ...................................... 17 Operation Mode .................................... 17 Zooming ............................................ 18 Video Light ......................................... 19 Time Code ...........................................
EN TAPE RECORDING Basic Recording Power lamp NOTE: Power Switch You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power (墌 pg. 8) ● Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 10) ● Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 10) ● Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 12) ● Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg.
EN 17 JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING SelfRecording In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). SELF-RECORDING You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.
EN TAPE RECORDING (cont.) FEATURE: Zooming Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1x W PURPOSE: T 10x W T 20x W T 40x W T To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. OPERATION: Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”. 䡲 The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action.
EN 19 FEATURE: Video Light PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. OPERATION: LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) DANGER 䡲 The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. 䡲 Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.
EN TAPE RECORDING (cont.) Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. 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 ( pg. 58 – 62), time code is necessary.
TAPE PLAYBACK EN 21 Normal Playback Stop Button (5) 1 Load a tape ( pg. 12). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then Rewind Button (2) Play/Pause Button (4/6) Fast-Forward Button (3) Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6. • To stop playback, press 5. • Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode.
EN TAPE PLAYBACK (cont.) Connections These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors To AV To TV or VCR Audio/Video cable (provided) Connector cover* White to AUDIO L IN** TV Red to AUDIO R IN** Yellow: Not connected To S-VIDEO VCR S-Video cable (optional) To S-VIDEO IN * When connecting the cables, open this cover.
EN 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( pg. 22). If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. 4 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. To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV . . . • Date/Time .....
EN TAPE PLAYBACK (cont.) BLANK Button Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( pg. 20). 1 Load a tape ( pg. 12). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Power Switch Lock Button Display 44 Press BLANK.
MEMORY CARD RECORDING & PLAYBACK EN 25 MEMORY CARD RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS MEMORY CARD RECORDING ........ 26 – 27 Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ............... 26 – 27 MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK .......... 28 – 34 Normal Playback .................................. 28 Auto Playback ..................................... 28 Index Playback .................................... 29 Viewing File Information ......................... 29 Removing On-Screen Display .................... 29 ADVANCED FEATURES ..........
EN MEMORY CARD RECORDING Basic Shooting (Snapshot) SNAPSHOT Button You can use your camcorder as a digital still camera for taking snapshots. NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 8) ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 10) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 10) ● Loading A Memory Card ( pg. 14) ● Picture Quality/Image Size Setting ( pg.
EN 27 To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . . ..... when unwanted still images are stored in the memory card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting Files” ( pg. 31) and delete unwanted still images. FULL Snapshot mode with no frame To Remove The Shutter Sound . . . ..... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set “BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 46, 48). The sound is no longer heard from the speaker. There is the sound of a shutter closing.
EN MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK Rewind Button (2) Stop Button (5) Play/Pause Button (4/6) Normal Playback Fast-Forward Button (3) Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order on the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. 1 Load a memory card ( pg. 14). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button.
EN INDEX Button INFO Button MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel 29 Index Playback You can view several different files stored on the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. 1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of “Normal Playback”. 2 Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the SELECT Button Selected image 4 Index number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 frame to the desired file.
EN ADVANCED FEATURES Protecting Files MENU/BRIGHT Wheel The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. 1 Load a memory card ( pg. 14). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. • A stored file is displayed. 3 If you want to select another type of file, press Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) SELECT.
EN 31 Deleting Files MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. 1 Load a memory card ( pg. 14). 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. • A stored file is displayed. 3 If you want to select another type of file, press Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) SELECT. The MEMORY SELECT Screen appears.
EN ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.) Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card SNAPSHOT Button Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. 1 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, Load a memory card ( pg. 14) and cassette ( pg. 12). then set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button. Power Switch 3 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate it to select “ press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.
EN E-Mail Clip Recording Display 160 3 35 5m i n 00 : 00 STANDBY E-MA I L CL I P Remaining time Shooting starts when the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed 160 160 33 E-MA I L CL I P e You can make video clips from real-time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via e-mail. TO MAKE VIDEO CLIPS FROM REAL-TIME CAMERA IMAGE 1 Load a memory card ( pg. 14).
EN ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.) Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) MENU/BRIGHT Wheel This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing, which records information about the still images you wish to print (such as the number of prints to make). There are 2 print information settings available: “To print all still images (one print for each)” explained below and “To print by selecting still images and no.
EN Fast-Forward (3) Button Rewind Button (2) MENU/BRIGHT Wheel 35 TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND NO. OF PRINTS 1 Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 34. 2 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “CURRENT” and press it. Selection is complete. The DPOF Screen appears. 3 Press 2 or 3 so that the image you wish to print appears. 4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the highlight bar to the SHEETS number indication and press it.
EN ADVANCED FEATURES (cont.) Folder and File names Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using a number which is larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are in use. Even if you delete an image file with a number in the middle of range, the number will not be used for a new shot; a gap will remain in the numerical sequence. If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new folder (such as “101JVCGR”) will be made and the file name will start again from DVC00001.
ADVANCED FEATURES EN 37 ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS FOR RECORDING .......................................... 38 – 39 Night-Alive ............................................................ 38 Program AE With Special Effects ............................. 38 – 39 Fade/Wipe Effects ............................................. 40 – 41 Snapshot (For Tape Recording) ....................................... 42 Auto Focus/Manual Focus ............................................ 43 Exposure Control .............
EN FOR RECORDING NOTES: ● During Night-Alive, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out: • Some modes of “Program AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 38, 39). • “GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu ( pg. 47). • “DIS” in the MANUAL Menu ( pg. 47). • “Video light” when LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO” ( pg. 19). ● During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.
EN SHUTTER 1/60–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/100–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced. 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 slowmotion playback.
EN FOR RECORDING (cont.) IMPORTANT Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects (墌 pg. 38, 39). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. Lock Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Fade or Wipe works when tape recording is started or when you stop recording.
EN 41 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK Effect Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER — B.W Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from color to black and white. 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.
EN FOR RECORDING (cont.) Snapshot (For Tape Recording) SNAPSHOT Button This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. Power Switch SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “ MANUAL ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.
EN Focus detection zone While focusing on a further subject 43 While focusing on a nearer subject FEATURE: Auto Focus PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): • When two subjects overlap in the same scene. • When illumination is low.
EN FOR RECORDING (cont.) Exposure Control Iris Lock Manual exposure adjustment 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 light. Use this function in the following situations: • When shooting a moving subject.
EN 45 White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation A term that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colors 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 color/tint reproduction. Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.
EN USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT For Recording Menu MENU/BRIGHT Wheel This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings (墌 pg. 47 – 49). Lock Button 1 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears. 3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the Set the Power Switch to “ MANUAL ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Power Switch desired function menu, and press it.
EN 47 Menu Screen Explanations WIPE/FADER Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (墌 pg. 40, 41). PROGRAM AE Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” (墌 pg. 38, 39). EXPOSURE Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (墌 pg. 44). W.BALANCE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” (墌 pg. 45). REC MODE Allows you to set the tape recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference (墌 pg. 13).
EN USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.) Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) TELE MACRO OFF ON WIDE MODE Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m (3.3 ft.) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm (2 ft.). • Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
EN OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place. ON Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE 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 “ AUTO ” or “ MANUAL ” .
EN USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.) For Playback Menu VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Power Switch MENU/BRIGHT Wheel The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( 墌 pg. 62). 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.
EN 51 Playback Sound 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 pg. 50, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. SOUND MODE 12BIT MODE STEREO Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo. SOUND L Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.
EN DUBBING Dubbing To Or From A VCR Connector cover* Power Switch To AV 1 Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 22 and 23. 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. Audio/Video cable (provided) To S-VIDEO 3 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
EN 53 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from this 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.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 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. 1 3 Tab Installing The Batteries + – The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size batteries. See “General Battery Precautions” (墌 pg. 75). 2 + – 1Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated.
EN 2 4 6 8 1 0 3 5 7 9 @ $ ^ * ) 55 ! # % & ( Functions Buttons 1 Infrared beam transmitting window 2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons 3 DISPLAY Button 4 SHIFT Button 5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons Left/Right Buttons 6 REW Button 7 FADE/WIPE Button 8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button 9 EFFECT Button 0 PAUSE IN Connector ! START/STOP Button @ MBR SET Button # SNAPSHOT Button $ Up Button INSERT Button % Down Button A. DUB Button ^ PLAY Button & FF Button * STOP Button ( PAUSE Button ) R.A.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Remote sensor FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback PURPOSE: To allow slow-speed search in either direction during tape playback. OPERATION: 1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 1 minute in Slow Rewind or approx. 2 minutes in Slow Forward, normal playback resumes. 䡲 To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).
EN Remote sensor 57 FEATURE: Playback Zoom PURPOSE: To magnify the recorded image up to 70X at any time during playback. OPERATION: Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left Button Right Button Up Button Down Button PLAY STOP Normal playback To move image, press (Right) while keeping SHIFT held down. Press T 1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest. 2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” 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. Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed in the remote control (墌 pg. 54).
EN Connector cover** 59 MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 22 and 23. 1 A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector . . . ..... connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. To EDIT To S-VIDEO To AV ..... connect the editing cable to the remote control’s PAUSE IN connector. 2 S-Video cable (optional) Editing cable (provided) White to AUDIO L IN To S-VIDEO IN VCR TV ..... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector. A VCR other than above . . .
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Program SELECT SCENES MODE IN OUT 1–– –– : –– ~ 2 ~ ~ 3 4 ~ 5 ~ 6 ~ ~ 7 ~ 8 –– : –– T I ME CODE 0 0 : 00 TOTAL Random Assemble Editing Menu 4 Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears. 5 If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
EN 61 AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR 11 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). 12 Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) For More Accurate Editing Program 1 IN 1–– –– : –– 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 T I ME CODE TOTAL MODE OUT ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Random Assemble Editing Menu –– : –– 0 0 : 00 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.
EN Audio Dubbing Display 6e 63 Audio Dub Standby mode The audio track can be customized only when recorded in the 12-bit mode (墌 pg. 47). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. ● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the television, make connections (墌 pg. 22). Power Switch 1 Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (6). 2 While holding A.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Insert Editing 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. NOTES: ● Before performing the following steps, make sure that “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 49, 51). ● Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS EN 65 [A] Using USB cable To USB USB cable (provided) To USB connector PC [B] Using DV cable OR Power Switch Core filter To DV IN/OUT Core filter DV cable (optional) PC with DV connector VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Connection To A Personal Computer [A] Using USB cable This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software.
EN SYSTEM CONNECTIONS (cont.) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Power Switch Using The Camcorder As A WebCam This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection. 1 Make sure all necessary software (provided) are installed in your PC and all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to your PC using the USB cable. 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY” To USB and set the Power Switch to “ AUTO ” or “ MANUAL ”, then turn on the PC.
REFERENCES EN 67 REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ............................................ 68 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 69 – 73 USER MAINTENANCE ............................. 74 CAUTIONS ................................. 75 – 77 SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 78 – 79 INDEX ...................................... 80 – 86 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 80 – 81 Indications ................................... 82 – 86 TERMS ........................
EN ITEMS ➪ Power (墌 pg. 8) DETAILS NOTES ❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. ❍ Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack. ❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack. ❍ To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter near a radio.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN 69 If, 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 then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. SYMPTOM 1 No power is supplied.
EN SYMPTOM 6 The cassette will not load properly. 7 The memory card will not load properly. 8 Snapshot mode cannot be TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSES • The cassette is in the wrong position. • The battery’s charge is low. • Set it in the right position (墌 pg. 12). • Install a fully charged battery (墌 pg. 8, 9). • The memory card is in the wrong position. • Set it in the right position (墌 pg. 14). • The Squeeze mode is selected. • Disengage the Squeeze mode (墌 pg. 48). used.
EN SYMPTOM $ Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. % White Balance cannot be activated. ^ When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. & When the screen is under POSSIBLE CAUSES time does not appear. ( Files stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. ) Time code does not appear. q Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.
EN SYMPTOM w The rear of the LCD monitor is hot. e The indicators and the image color on the LCD monitor are not clear. r The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. t Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. y During recording, sound TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSES • The light used to illuminate the LCD • Close the LCD monitor to turn it off monitor causes it to become hot. or set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.
EN SYMPTOM R An unusual mark appears. POSSIBLE CAUSES ———— T An error indication (E01, E02 or E06) appears. Y An error indication (E03 or E04) appears. U The charger indicator on the camcorder does not light. I When the image is printed connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate. P The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder. CORRECTIVE ACTION • Check the section of the manual that explains LCD monitor/ viewfinder indications (墌 pg. 82 – 86).
EN USER MAINTENANCE After Use Cleaning The Camcorder 1 Turn off the camcorder. 2 Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of 1 To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. 3 Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. • Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.
CAUTIONS EN When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA 䡲 The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
EN CAUTIONS (cont.) 2. 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 To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use . . . ...
EN 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 using a circular motion. • 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.
EN SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder General Power supply : DC 11.0 V DC 7.2 V Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewfinder off Video light Dimensions (W x H x D) : : : : Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker : : : : : : : : : : (Using AC Adapter) (Using battery pack) Approx. 4.5 W Approx. 5.7 W Approx. 2.
EN 79 Digital Still Camera Function Storage media Compression system File size Picture quality Approximate number of storable images : SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard : Still image : JPEG (compatible) Moving image : MPEG4 (compatible) : 3 modes (1280 x 960 pixels, 1024 x 768 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels) : 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD) : 墌 pg. 27. Connectors S-Video Output Input AV Video output Video input Audio output Audio input DV Output Input USB EDIT : Y: C: : Y: C: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog 0.
EN INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 1 W 234 5o E 6 we i 0!@# Q 7 Y 8 9 U p R T MANUAL AUTO OFF PLAY I r $ % ^& *t sd f a O P () qyu
EN Controls 1 OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................ 墌 pg. 12 2 • Stop Button [5] .................................... 墌 pg. 21 • BACKLIGHT Button ............................. 墌 pg. 44 3 • Rewind Button [2] ............................. 墌 pg. 21 • NIGHT Button ...................................... 墌 pg. 38 4 Play/Pause Button [4/6] ....................... 墌 pg. 21 5 Fast-Forward Button [3] ..................... 墌 pg. 21 6 Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] ..... 墌 pg.
EN INDEX Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Recording Only 1 2 34 5 6 L P 5 0min REC 6w 1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. (墌 pg. 40, 41) 2 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema(墌mode. pg. 48) 3 Rotates while the tape is running. (墌 pg. 16) 4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).(墌 pg. 13) 5 Displays the tape remaining time. (墌 pg. 16) 6 •• “REC” appears during recording. “PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode. SOUND 1 2 B I T 15 : 55 0 9 8 7 (墌 pg.
EN 83 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Tape And Memory Card Recording 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 40 x W T PHOTO 0 3 BR I GHT JAN 1 0 ’ 0 2 1 0 : 0 0 AM # ! @ 1 Appears when the Power Switch is set (to墌“ pg. 17)”. 6 Appears when the iris is locked. (墌 pg. 44) 7 Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) is engaged. (墌 pg. 47) 2 • : Appears when Night-Alive is engaged. (墌 pg. 38) 8 Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during • zooming. (墌 pg.
EN INDEX Indications (cont.) LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback 1 2 3 4 SP 12 B I T / SOUND 1 L 64 1 Displays the sound mode. 2 Displays the Blank Search mode. 3 Displays the tape speed. 4 Appears while a tape is running. 4 3 2 6 64 16 e 6e 6w BLANK SEARCH VOLUME DE C 2 5 ’ 0 2 1 0 : 0 0 AM 116 : 21 : 25 7 6 5 : : : : : : : : (墌 pg. 50, 51) (墌 pg. 24) (墌 pg.
EN 85 Warning Indications Indications Function Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted blinks. As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. (墌 pg. 12) Appears when no tape is loaded.
EN INDEX Indications (cont.) Indications INSERT ERROR! INSERT ERROR! Function Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. (墌 pg. 64) ● Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. (墌 pg. 64) ● Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (墌 pg.
Terms EN A I AC Adapter ................................................ 墌 pg. 8, 9 Analog Input .......................................... 墌 pg. 50, 52 Audio Dubbing ............................................ 墌 pg. 63 Auto Date .................................................... 墌 pg. 49 Auto Focus .................................................. 墌 pg. 43 Auto Playback ............................................. 墌 pg. 28 Auto Shut off ................................... 墌 pg.
T S SD Memory Card .................................. 墌 pg. 14, 76 Self-Recording ............................................ 墌 pg. 17 Sepia ........................................................... 墌 pg. 39 Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. 墌 pg. 58 Shuttle Search ............................................ 墌 pg. 21 Shutter Speed ............................................. 墌 pg. 39 Slow-Motion Playback ........................... 墌 pg. 21, 56 Slow Shutter ...............................
