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JVC GR-DVL300 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVL500
GR-DVL300
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
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
CONTENTS
Basic Recording ................................. 14
Advanced Features ............................ 21
Basic Playback .................................. 31
Advanced Features ............................ 32
Basic Connections .............................. 34
Advanced Connections ......................... 36
Dubbing To A VCR ............................. 38
Playback and Playback Zoom .............. 42
Playback Special Effects ...................... 43
Random Assemble Editing .................... 44
For More Accurate Editing .................... 48
Audio Dubbing .................................. 50
Insert Editing ................................... 51
Indications ...................................... 59
LYT0534-001C
ENGLISH
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40 - 51
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Basic Recording ......... 14 Advanced Features ......21 GR-DVL500 PLAYBACK 31 – 37 Basic Playback ........31 GR-DVL300 Advanced Features ......32 Basic Connections ......34 Advanced Connections ......36 DUBBING 38 – 39 Dubbing To A VCR ......38...
  • Page 2 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. •...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT PRODUCT 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. •...
  • Page 4 SERVICING 1. Accessories 1. Servicing To avoid personal injury: If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, marked change in performance and you are unable stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing to restore normal operation by following the detailed serious injury to a child or adult, and serious procedure in its operating instructions, do not...
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •AC Power Adapter/Charger •Remote Control Unit •Battery Pack BN-V408U AA-V40U RM-V716U •AAA (R03) Battery x 2 •Shoulder Strap • Lens Cap (for remote control unit) •CD-ROM •Editing Cable •Audio/Video Cable The CD ROM contains the (ø3.5 mini-plug to following 5 software programs: RCA plug) •...

  • Page 7: Automatic Demonstration

    How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ”...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you To AC outlet Battery pack choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use BN-V408U, provided power supply units with other equipment. BN-V416U or BN-V428U CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.
  • Page 9 USING THE BATTERY PACK Tilt the viewfinder upward BATTERY RELEASE Button With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount , then slide down the battery pack to attach it •If the battery pack is attached with its mark set in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur.

  • Page 10: Diopter Adjustment Control

    GETTING STARTED (cont.) Grip Adjustment Separate the Velcro strip. Power Zoom Lever Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Recording Start/Stop Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily button operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever.
  • Page 11 Date/Time Settings MENU/BRIGHT Wheel 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 “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Loading/Unloading A Cassette Erase protection tab* The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Make sure the Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the window side is arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it facing out.
  • Page 13 Recording Mode Setting MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel.

  • Page 14: Recording

    RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: Power Switch You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( Lock Button pg. 8) Power lamp ● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 10) ● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg.
  • Page 15 Power Switch Position (Manual) : Allows you to set various recording functions using the F . AUTO Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode. (Full Auto) : Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments.

  • Page 16: Snapshot Button [Snapshot]

    RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.) Snapshot Power Switch This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. Lock Button SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION SNAPSHOT Button Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
  • Page 17 NOTES: FULL ● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot Snapshot mode recording will be performed in the FULL mode during with no frame* Digital Zoom. ● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed. ●...

  • Page 18: Power Zoom Lever [T/W]

    RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.) Zoom in (T: Telephoto) Zooming FEATURE: PURPOSE: 1 xW 1 0 xW To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous 20xW 40xW change in image magnification. OPERATION: Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”. Zoom Out Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
  • Page 19 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).
  • Page 20 28) is It is recommended that you consult your engaged, the light is likely to stay on. • While the “TWILIGHT” mode ( pg. 28) is nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. engaged, the light will not activate.

  • Page 21: Advanced Features

    RECORDING Advanced Features While focusing on a further While focusing on a nearer Focus detection zone subject subject Auto Focus FEATURE: 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.
  • Page 22 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment Power Switch MENU/BRIGHT Wheel This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more Lock Button detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 23 – 25) . Set the Power Switch to “...
  • Page 23 Menu Screen Explanations Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 26, 27). FADER/WIPE Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 28). P.AE/EFFECT Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” ( pg. 29). EXPOSURE W.BALANCE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” pg.

  • Page 24: Mode

    RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., DEMO. and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily.
  • Page 25 Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ ” appears. The quality of the WIND sound will change. This is normal. Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. CANCEL Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. RESET Resets all settings to the factory-preset.

  • Page 26: Stop Button [5]

    RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Fade/Wipe Effects FADE/WIPE SELECTION ( These effects let you make pro-style scene Fade or Wipe works when recording is started or when transitions. Use them to spice up the transition you stop recording. from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene.
  • Page 27 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu Effect Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER — WHITE Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER — BLACK Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect. FADER — MOSAIC Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out FADER —...
  • Page 28 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Program AE With Special Effects IMPORTANT: Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down pg. 27). If an unusable mode is selected, its the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 29: Backlight Button

    Exposure Control Iris Lock Use this function in the following situations: Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the • When shooting a moving subject. following situations: • When the distance to the subject changes (so its • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), background is too bright.
  • Page 30 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation A term that refers to the correctness of color Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under reproduction under various lighting. If the white various types of lighting. balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance reproduced.

  • Page 31: Playback

    PLAYBACK Basic Playback Play/Pause Button Load a tape ( pg. 12). (4/6) Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6. Stop Button (5) •...

  • Page 32: Advanced Features

    PLAYBACK Advanced Features Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment Power Switch The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( pg. 48, 49). Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Lock Button Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel.
  • Page 33 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

    PLAYBACK 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 an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors To AV To TV or VCR White to Core filter...
  • Page 35 ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Connect the VCR output to the TV input, Consult the JVC Service Center described on the referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. sheet included in the package for details on its availability.

  • Page 36: Advanced Connections

    PLAYBACK Advanced Connections Connection To A Personal Computer This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.
  • Page 37 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. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector.

  • Page 38: Dubbing

    ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the (optional) YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. White to Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the AUDIO L IN camcorder.

  • Page 39: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector

    Video unit equipped ● If the remote control is used when both the player and with DV connector recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.

  • Page 40: Using The Remote Control Unit

    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 “AAA (R03)”...
  • Page 41 & Functions With the camcorder’s Power With the camcorder’s Power Switch Buttons Switch set to the camera position set to “ ”. (“ ” or “ ”) . Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal. Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out ( pg.

  • Page 42: Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback And Playback Zoom

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Remote sensor Slow-Motion Playback FEATURE: PURPOSE: To allow slow-speed search in either direction during playback. OPERATION: 1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to engage Still Playback then press SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx.

  • Page 43: Playback Special Effects

    PLAYBACK BACK Playback Special Effects FEATURE: EFFECT Select Menu PURPOSE: To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears.

  • Page 44: Random Assemble Editing

    (A) (B) NAME (A) (B) Editing. PHILIPS IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with PANASONIC yours or may offer limited functions. HITACHI NOTES: ● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
  • Page 45 ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. included in the package for details on its availability.
  • Page 46 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) SELECT SCENES Program Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote MODE Random Assemble – – – – – – sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/ Editing Menu OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
  • Page 47 AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). 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.

  • Page 48: For More Accurate Editing

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) For More Accurate Editing Program 1 Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to MODE Random Assemble Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing – – – – – – Editing Menu 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.
  • Page 49 ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER MENU/BRIGHT Dial 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 the MENU/BRIGHT wheel. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ ”...

  • Page 50: Audio Dubbing

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Audio Dubbing Display Audio Dub The audio track can be customized only when recorded in Standby mode the 12-bit mode ( pg. 23). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

  • Page 51: Insert Editing

    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”...

  • Page 52: 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 53 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 9. The color of Snapshot 9. •The light source or the 9. • Find a white subject and looks strange. subject does not include compose your shot so that it white. Or there are various also appears in the frame different light sources pg.
  • Page 54 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 16. The picture wipe function 16 • The Slow Shutter mode is 16. •Disengage the Slow Shutter does not work. activated. mode or set “WIDE MODE” • “WIDE MODE” is not set to to “OFF”...
  • Page 55 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 27. The rear of the LCD 27. •The light used to illuminate 27. • Close the LCD monitor to monitor is hot.

  • Page 56: Viewfinder

    TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 30. Colored bright spots 30. • The LCD monitor and the appear all over the LCD viewfinder are made with monitor or the viewfinder. high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD ————...
  • Page 57 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 40. The charger indicator on 40. •The temperature of the 40. • To protect the battery, it is the AC Power Adapter/ battery is extremely high/low.

  • Page 58: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE After Use Cleaning The Camcorder Turn off the camcorder. To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover with a dry cloth.

  • Page 59: Index

    INDEX Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording 3 * 4 * & HT – ’ * • BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. pg. 26, 27) monitor. pg. 14) • SOUND : Displays the sound mode for Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.
  • Page 60 INDEX Indications (cont.) LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback Displays the sound mode. pg. 32, 33) Displays the tape speed. pg. 13) Appears while a tape is running. : Playback : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search : Rewind/Shuttle search : Pause : Forward slow-motion : Reverse slow-motion : Audio Dubbing : Audio Dubbing Pause...
  • Page 61 ● Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the SET DATE/TIME! previously set date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.

  • Page 62: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 3 4 5 6 7 8 ^ & * (...

  • Page 63: Focus Button

    Controls Connectors & Monitor Open Button To connect cables to the following connectors [PUSH OPEN] ........pg. 14 open the LCD monitor. Diopter Adjustment Control ....pg. 10 & PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) Connector ..pg. 36 Battery Release Button J Terminal/Edit Connector [JLIP (Joint Level [BATTERY RELEASE] ......

  • Page 64: Cautions

    ..do not burn. called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown..do not short-circuit the terminals. When For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC transporting, make sure the provided battery dealer. cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap Plug adapter is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.

  • Page 65: Lcd Monitor

    ..allow inflammables, water or metallic objects If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems to enter the unit. still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer..remove the battery pack or disconnect the Mechanical moving parts used to move the video power supply while the power is on.
  • Page 66 If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

  • Page 67: Terms

    TERMS AC Power Adapter/Charger ..... pg. 8, 9 Fade-In/Out ........pg. 26, 27 Audio Dubbing ........pg. 50 Fast-Forward The Tape ......pg. 31 Auto Focus ..........pg. 21 Frame-By-Frame Playback ....pg. 31, 42 Auto Shut off ........pg. 15, 31 Gain Up ...........
  • Page 68 TERMS (cont.) Picture Wipe/Dissolve......pg. 26, 27 Tally ........... pg. 14, 23 Playback Special Effects ......pg. 43 Tele Macro ..........pg. 24 Playback Zoom ........pg. 42 Time Code ......pg. 19, 25, 32, 33 Power Switch Position ......pg.

  • Page 69: Specifications

    : F 1.8, f = 3.6 mm to 36 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens Filter diameter : ø37 mm LCD monitor GR-DVL500 : 3.0" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system GR-DVL300 : 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system Viewfinder GR-DVL500 : Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" color LCD GR-DVL300 : Electronic viewfinder with 0.24"...
  • Page 70 SPECIFICATIONS (cont.) For Connectors , 75 Ω, analog output : Y : 1 V , 75 Ω, analog output C : 0.29 V , 75 Ω, analog Video output : 1 V Audio output : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog, stereo Input/output : 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant PC (DIGITAL PHOTO)
  • Page 71 MEMO...
  • Page 72 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0200HOV...

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