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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVL9200
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
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
Basic Recording ............................... 12
Advanced Features ........................... 18
Basic Playback ................................ 31
Advanced Features ........................... 32
Basic Connections ............................. 34
Advanced Connections ....................... 36
Tape Dubbing .................................. 38
Digital Dubbing ................................ 39
Playback And Playback Zoom ............. 42
Playback Special Effects ..................... 43
Random Assemble Editing ................... 44
For More Accurate Editing ................... 48
Audio Dubbing ................................. 50
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 58
Indications ..................................... 60
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL9200 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 INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED RECORDING Basic Recording ... 12 Advanced Features ... 18 PLAYBACK Basic Playback ... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
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. - Page 3 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 monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V607U/V615U/V628U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ Charger.
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Page 4: Provided Accessories
•AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK •Battery Pack BN-V607U •Cleaning Cloth •S-Video Cable •CD-ROM The CD ROM contains the following 5 software programs: JLIP Video Capture JLIP Video Producer Presto! Mr. Photo PhotoAlbum ImageFolio PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •Remote Control Unit RM-V716U •Lens Protector •AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (Already attached... - Page 5 How To Attach Core Filters Attach the provided Core Filters to optional DV cable, external microphone or headphones. Core Filters reduce interference. Stopper 3 cm When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder. Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter.
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Page 6: Getting Started
Battery pack BN-V607U, BN-V615U or BN-V628U POWER DC OUT connector indicator CHARGE indicator Battery pack BN-V607U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-V615U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. BN-V628U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. 20 min. NOTES: Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. -
Page 7: Using The Battery Pack
BATT. RELEASE Button 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. INFORMATION: VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger. - Page 8 MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display I ME – I ME GETTING STARTED 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 pg. 32). Set the Power Switch to “...
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Page 9: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Erase protection tab* Make sure the window side is facing out. Cassette holder Cassette holder cover PUSH HERE * 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. -
Page 10: Recording
MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display Menu Screen – Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop button GETTING STARTED Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. -
Page 11: Viewfinder Adjustment
Power Switch Diopter Adjustment Control PAUSE Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to “5S”, “ pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it manually for best viewability. Slide the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused. -
Page 12: Basic Recording
Power Switch Power lamp Recording Start/ Stop Button PUSH-OPEN Button Display 90 min 89 min (Now calculating) 0 min 1 min (Blinking) (Blinking) Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress) RECORDING NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below. -
Page 13: Journalistic Shooting
NOTES: When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead. The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface Shooting. - Page 14 Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW 1 0 xW 20xW Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 1 0 xW Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever Power Switch RECORDING FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous 40xW change in image magnification.
- Page 15 NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape 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).
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Page 16: Snapshot Button [Snapshot]
Power Switch SNAP MODE Button MULTI SCREEN Button Display NOTES: To remove the shutter sound, Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom. However, the flash will not fire. In Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9, the flash is disabled ( If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO”... - Page 17 Multi Screen mode NOTES: In the Multi Screen mode, it is not possible to bring up the Menu Screen. During Digital Zoom, the Multi Screen mode is not available. The Multi Screen mode is available during playback as well. PIN-UP Pin-Up mode* FRAME Snapshot mode...
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Page 18: Advanced Features
MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power Switch Lock Button Display – I ME DATE/TIME Menu 1 2B I T SYSTEM Menu Normal Screen RECORDING Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Set the Power Switch to “... - Page 19 Menu Screen Explanations Refer to “Focusing” ( FOCUS Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” ( EXPOSURE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” W.BALANCE FADER/WIPE Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( P.AE/EFFECT Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” ( Refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment”...
- Page 20 SELF-TIMER FLASH DATE/TIME SYSTEM INDICATION* ON ON SCREEN* DISPLAY* DATE/TIME TELE MACRO ON SCENE ANIM. BEEP/TALLY* ON WIND CUT SOUND 12 BIT MODE* 16 BIT ID NUMBER* DEMO MODE * Menu settings are also effective when the Power Switch is set to “ : Factory-preset RECORDING Refer to “Self-Timer”...
- Page 21 MENU/BRIGHT Dial Recording Start/ Stop Button Power Lock Button Switch Display Menu Screen – MANUAL Self-Timer indication When the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown: Self-Timer Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding the final touch to a memorable picture.
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Page 22: Snapshot Flash
SNAPSHOT Button MENU/BRIGHT Dial Display – To Use The Flash ..slide FLASH OPEN in the direction of the arrow printed on the camcorder. The flash is raised. If the flash is not needed, push down the flash. NOTES: Do not fire the flash at a person at short range. - Page 23 MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power Switch Lock Button Display Menu Screen F LASH ADJ . Flash Brightness Adjustment When a snapshot ( pg. 16) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash ( pg. 22) and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually.
- Page 24 SNAPSHOT Button Recording Start/ Stop Button Power Switch Dissolves during 5- second recording mode Set “SCENE” to “5SD” in the Menu Screen pg. 18, 20). “5SD MODE” appears in step 1. Record one 5-second clip, and the image at the end of the clip is stored.
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Page 25: Program Ae With Special Effects
IMPORTANT: Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects pg. 26). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks. NOTE: Program AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby. SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed) 1/50 –The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second. -
Page 26: Fade/Wipe Effects
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. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. IMPORTANT: Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Program AE with special effects ( pg. - Page 27 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — MOSAIC FADER — B.W WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE —...
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Page 28: Auto Focus
NOTES: If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally. When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first ( pg. -
Page 29: Exposure Control
Exposure Control 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. -
Page 30: White Balance Adjustment
White Balance Adjustment A term 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. -
Page 31: Playback Basic Playback
PLAYBACK Basic Playback Power Switch Lock Button Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) Speaker Play/Pause Button (4/6) Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) NOTES: If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. -
Page 32: Advanced Features
MENU/BRIGHT Dial Recording Start/Stop Button Display SOUND MODE 12BIT MODE PLAY MODE SYNCHRO INDICATION DATE/ DISPLAY DISPLAY TIME CODE NOTES: If “INDICATION” is set in the “DATE/DISPLAY” Menu ( Menu will also be set to the same setting. The parameters for “INDICATION” and “DISPLAY” are the same as in the description on pg. 20. The “TIME CODE”... -
Page 33: Playback Sound
Playback Sound During 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. 32, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. -
Page 34: Basic 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 a SCART connector compatible only with regular video signal To AV Connector cover* * When connecting the cables, open this cover. - Page 35 C. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V input (RCA type) connectors To AV Connector cover* To S-VIDEO When connecting the S-Video cable, open the LCD monitor. Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( If using a VCR .
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Page 36: Advanced Connections
To DV OUT Core filter DV cable (optional) PC connection cable (provided) To DV connector RS-232C PC with DV connector-equipped capture board PLAYBACK Connection To A Personal Computer Power Switch This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration. - Page 37 Power Switch To DV OUT Core filter DV cable (optional) To DV IN connector Video unit equipped with a DV input connector To PC connector Core filter Digital Printer PC connection cable (provided) To RS-232C Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector Connection to the GV-DT3 Digital Printer (optional) allows you to print out images or transfer them to a PC.
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Page 38: Tape Dubbing
To S-VIDEO Core filter Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided) S-Video cable (provided) “Y/C”/“CVBS” video out select switch VCR (Recording deck) * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting the cables, open this cover. NOTES: When using the cables, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. -
Page 39: Digital Dubbing
Power Switch To DV OUT Core filter DV cable (optional) To DV IN Video unit equipped with DV connector PLAY (4) STOP (5) RM-V716U (provided) Digital Dubbing It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. -
Page 40: Using The Remote Control Unit
– – Remote sensor 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. Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “R03 (AAA)”... - Page 41 RM-V716U (provided) Buttons Infrared beam transmitting window Zoom (T/W) Buttons DISPLAY Button SHIFT Button SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons Left/Right Buttons REW Button FADE/WIPE Button EFFECT ON/OFF Button EFFECT Button PAUSE IN Connector START/STOP Button MBR SET Button SNAPSHOT Button Up Button Down Button A.
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Page 42: Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback And Playback Zoom
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Remote sensor Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Right or SLOW Forward Button RM-V716U (provided) Normal playback Press T FEATURE: PURPOSE: To allow slow-speed search in either direction. OPERATION: 1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) at the desired point. -
Page 43: Playback Special Effects
BACK PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu Remote sensor EFFECT RM-V716U (provided) FEATURE: PURPOSE: To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. -
Page 44: Random Assemble Editing
MBR SET RM-V716U (provided) BUTTONS VCR BRAND NAME (A) (B) IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and PHILIPS those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: SANYO SELECO, SHARP... -
Page 45: Make Connections
•Make sure you connect the end with the core filter to the camcorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 34 and 35. To connect to: A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector ..connect the editing cable to the Remote Connector cover** A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A. - Page 46 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Program MODE – – – – – – – – – – Remote sensor RM-V716U (provided) FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL NOTES: When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.
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Page 47: Automatic Editing To Vcr
Recording Start/Stop Button Random Assemble – – Editing Menu – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Remote Sensor RM-V716U (provided) FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). -
Page 48: For More Accurate Editing
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Program 1 MODE – – – – – – – – – – (Recording deck) Remote sensor RM-V716U (provided) R.A.EDIT ON/OFF For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Random Assemble Record mode faster than others. - Page 49 MENU/BRIGHT Dial Display 0 . 0 (Recording deck) ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “...
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Page 50: Audio Dubbing
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Display Speaker MIC (external microphone input) connector* PHONE (headphones) connector* DISPLAY PLAY RM-V716U (provided) * Located beneath the cover. Audio Dubbing Audio Dub The audio track can be customized only when recorded in Standby mode the 12-bit mode ( NOTES: Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-... -
Page 51: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING 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 Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes;... - Page 52 SYMPTOM 10. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 11. Although Snapshot is attempted, flash does not take place. 12. Although a Snapshot is taken with the flash, Red-Eye Reduction does not take place. 13. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. 14.
- Page 53 SYMPTOM 15. Digital Zoom does not work. 16. Programme AE with special effects and Fade/Wipe Effects do not work. 17. The Black & White Fader does not work. 18. The Dissolve function does not work. 19. The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work.
- Page 54 SYMPTOM 21. Scene transition does not go as expected. 22. The Video Echo mode does not work. 23. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 24. There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated.
- Page 55 • When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 31. • The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot.
- Page 56 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 44. • To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C ( pg.
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Page 57: User Maintenance
USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then swing the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automati- cally. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. •Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. -
Page 58: Index
w e r INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators &... -
Page 59: Flash
Controls Flash Switch [FLASH OPEN] ... Dioptre Adjustment Control ... Battery Release Button [BATT. RELEASE] ... •MENU dial [+, –, PUSH] ... •LCD Monitor BRIGHT (Brightness) Control [+, –] ... •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ... •Speaker/Headphone Volume Control [VOL.] ... Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ... -
Page 60: Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording & Function •Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during zooming. • : Appears when Auto Slow Shutter is engaged (“GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”). Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode. -
Page 61: Warning Indications
(battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, MODE REMOVE AND you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest REATTACH BATTERY JVC dealer. Function Displays the sound mode. Displays the tape speed. -
Page 62: Cautions
General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- hausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the following batteries: R03 (AAA) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use. -
Page 63: Main Unit
Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. -
Page 64: Terms
AC Power Adapter/Charger ... Animation ... Audio Dubbing ... Auto Focus ... Auto Shut off ... Backlight Compensation ... Battery Low ... Battery Pack ... Beep/Tally ... Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... - Page 65 Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... Power Switch Position ... Programme AE With Special Effects ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ... Record-Standby ... Recording Mode ... Red-Eye Reduction ... Remote Control ... Rewind The Tape ... Self-Recording ...
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Page 66: Specifications
For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewfinder off Format Signal format Video signal recording format Cassette Tape speed Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette) Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker Operating temperature Operating humidity... - Page 67 AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight AA-V67EG AA-V67EK Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz : 23 W : DC 7.2 V...
- Page 68 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan EG/EK COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 1299HOV...