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JVC GR-DV2000 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DV2000
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 For Video ........................ 16
(D.S.C.) ............................................ 19
Basic Playback For Video ......................... 38
Advanced Features For Video ................... 39
Basic Playback For D.S.C. ........................ 42
Advanced Features For D.S.C. ................... 44
Basic Connections .................................. 52
Advanced Connections ............................ 54
Dubbing To A VCR ................................. 56
Dubbing From A VCR .............................. 57
Equipped With A DV Connector ................ 58
Equipped With A DV Connector ................ 59
On A Tape To A Memory Card ................. 60
Playback and Playback Zoom .................. 63
Playback Special Effects .......................... 64
Random Assemble Editing ........................ 65
For More Accurate Editing ........................ 69
Audio Dubbing ...................................... 71
Insert Editing ....................................... 72
Jack Box ............................................ 81
Indications .......................................... 84
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DV2000 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 AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5 GETTING STARTED RECORDING 16 – 37 Basic Recording For Video ... 16 Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
  • Page 3 TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Micro- phone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.

  • Page 4: Provided Accessories

    • Editing Cable • Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) • MultiMediaCard (GR-DV2000EA/A/A-S: 16 MB, GR-DV2000SH/ED: 8 MB) (Already inserted in the camcorder) Align the lens hood with the camcorder’s lens and screw it in clockwise. • Battery Pack •...

  • Page 5: Automatic Demonstration

    •Wind the cable so that it is not slack. NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder. AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    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 Power Adapter/Charger near a radio. If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.

  • Page 7: Using The Battery Pack

    Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Power Adapter/Charger provided with this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80 AC Power Adapter/ Charger for BN-V856U battery pack .

  • Page 8: Recording

    •Some tripods are not equipped with studs. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small- sized tripod. (cont.) ”...
  • Page 9 However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,...

  • Page 10: Loading/Unloading Cassette

    If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again. When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover.
  • Page 11 Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to FORMAT the card. pg. 47. Even if a memory card is inserted in the camcorder, the camcorder may not recognize it. In this case, remove the memory card once and insert it again.

  • Page 12: Off

    To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully. Power Switch...

  • Page 13: Recording Mode Setting

    It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound. ” while pressing down...
  • Page 14 Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on. Press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “...

  • Page 15: Storage Capacity

    If the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “XGA/VGA” or “UXGA” during video recording, the camcorder stops video recording. The camcorder automatically zooms out to less than 2X when the Shooting Mode Switch is set to “UXGA”. With images shot in the UXGA mode . . .

  • Page 16: Basic Recording For Video

    Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully. Tilt it upward/ downward for best viewability. 3 min •The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed. 2 min (Blinking) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

  • Page 17: Journalistic Shooting

    If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape.
  • Page 18 Press SNAPSHOT. If you press during Record-Standby ..“PHOTO” appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. If you press during Recording ..“PHOTO” appears and a still image will be recorded for approx.

  • Page 19: Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera

    There is the sound of a shutter closing. Basic Shooting (Snapshot) Shooting Mode Switch 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.

  • Page 20: Basic Recording For Video And D.s.c

    Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 x W 10 x W 20 x W Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 10 x W Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever Power Switch MENU Wheel RECORDING Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous...
  • Page 21 When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A Tape”...

  • Page 22: Advanced Features For Video And D.s.c

    To start Progressive Mode Recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button. To End Progressive Mode Recording ..press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. NOTES: When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is played back, the image may not look natural.
  • Page 23 Description of Progressive Scan CCD Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of outputting 50 full Frames* per second —...
  • Page 24 RECORDING Power Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Video image Still image FOCUS Ring Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Dual Shooting Shooting Mode Switch Lets you record images on a tape and store still images in a memory card simultaneously. In other words, it is possible to store still images in the memory card without interrupting image recording on the tape.

  • Page 25: Auto Focus

    FEATURE: PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm 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 26: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    D I SPL Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) 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 27 •When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. •When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be use pg.
  • Page 28 RECORDING Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) SELF-TIMER ANIM. TELE MACRO WIDE MODE CINEMA SQUEEZE PS-WIDE WIND : Factory-preset NOTE: The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Refer to “Self-Timer”...
  • Page 29 The date/time is always displayed. Time code is not displayed. TIME CODE Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. Allows you to set the current date and time ( CLOCK ADJ.
  • Page 30 Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Self-Timer Shooting Mode Switch 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. Set the Power Switch to “...
  • Page 31 •“5S” appears. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode. •Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button again within 5 seconds after recording starts, Record-Standby mode is not engaged.

  • Page 32: Stop Button [5]

    If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording (without having turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene wipes out, revealing the new scene. ” while pressing down the Lock pg.
  • Page 33 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — B.W WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE —...

  • Page 34: Programme Ae With Special Effects

    RECORDING IMPORTANT: Some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects ( pg. 33). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. Power Switch Lock Button PROG.AE Button MENU Wheel Display SHUT T 1/120...
  • Page 35 White Balance ( pg. 37) is initially set to but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.

  • Page 36: Backlight Button

    RECORDING 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. •...
  • Page 37 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. Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 38: Playback

    1) Press 4/6 during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.

  • Page 39: Advanced Features For Video

    “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” ( When “S/AV INPUT” is set to “ON”, camcorder playback cannot be viewed on the AV output. Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( pg.

  • Page 40: Playback Sound

    Playback Sound During video 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. 39, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.

  • Page 41: Blank Search Button

    ... press 5. NOTES: In step 2, if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

  • Page 42: Basic Playback For D.s.c

    Displays the index number of the image file ( PLAYBACK Normal Playback Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album.

  • Page 43: Index Playback

    Directory and file names Index number Selected image E X I T I M A G E 100-DVC00003 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 3 S 0 0 4 F 0 0 5 F 0 0 6 F MEMORY PLAY Button MENU Wheel INDEX Button...

  • Page 44: Advanced Features For D.s.c

    Power Switch Lock Button MEMORY PLAY Button MENU Wheel Display V I DEO PROTE SYSTE I MAGE D L . D I SPL FRAME MEMOR DPOF FORM E X I T P R O T E C T 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 3 S 0 0 4 F...
  • Page 45 CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion.

  • Page 46: Print Frame Button

    PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.) Superimposing A Print Frame A selection of print frames are stored in the camcorder. A frame can be superimposed over a still image. Play back an image stored in the memory card. Press PRINT FRAME. The Print Frame Index Screen appears.

  • Page 47: Initialising A Memory Card

    “CANCEL” and press it. CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation.
  • Page 48 If print frames created on a PC have not been transferred to a memory card, it is not possible to delete them using these steps. The print frames in the camcorder’s memory cannot be deleted. ”, while pressing down ” appears above the selected print...
  • Page 49 MEMORY PLAY Button MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen FRAME D L . – CANCEL SE ECT AL L FRAME D L . Deletion Confirmation AL L – CANCEL Screen EXECUTE TO DELETE ALL PRINT FRAMES Perform steps 1 through 5 on pag. 48. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ALL”...
  • Page 50 PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.) Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) 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).
  • Page 51 MEMORY PLAY Button MENU Wheel Display E X I T D P O F DPOF Screen 100-DVC00021 0 1 9 0 2 0 0 2 1 0 2 2 0 2 3 0 2 4 DPOF Confirmation Screen SE ECT –...

  • Page 52: 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 Jack Box (provided) Connector cover* To S-VIDEO S-Video cable (provided)
  • Page 53 Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4.

  • Page 54: Advanced Connections

    The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the capture board.
  • Page 55 Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected units. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. pg. 58), which ” while...

  • Page 56: Dubbing

    Set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes. Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 4/ 6 on the camcorder.

  • Page 57: Dubbing From A Vcr

    [To use this camcorder as a recorder] Make sure all units are turned off, then connect the camcorder and the VCR as shown in the illustration. Also refer to pg. 52 and 53. Set “SOUND MODE” to “12 BIT” or “16 BIT” and “REC MODE”...

  • Page 58: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector

    PLAY (4) playback, only the original playback image recorded on STOP (5) the tape is output from the DV OUT connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. DUBBING pg. 63), “Playback Special pg.

  • Page 59: Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector

    It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 7). If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.

  • Page 60: Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Power Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button COPY – OF F Play/Pause Button (4/6) MENU Wheel Display Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card . Load a memory card ( Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 61: Using The Remote Control Unit

    Remote sensor 30° 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 62: Using The Remote

    Zoom in/out ( pg. 20) — — — — — — — — — Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. — Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. — — — — — — — —...

  • Page 63: Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback And Playback Zoom

    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. 3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down...

  • Page 64: Playback Special Effects

    To allow you to add creative effects to the video playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. 3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.

  • Page 65: Random Assemble Editing

    Editing. BUTTONS (A) (B) IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

  • Page 66: Make Connections

    ** When connecting cables, open this cover. MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 52 and 53. A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector . . . A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector .
  • Page 67 Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total programme time exactly. Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black &...

  • Page 68: Automatic Editing To Vcr

    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). 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 69: For More Accurate Editing

    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.
  • Page 70 (Recording deck) MENU Wheel 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 the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “...

  • Page 71: Audio Dubbing

    Make sure you only edit recorded areas. If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume. If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where 16-bit recording began.

  • Page 72: Insert Editing

    To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then STOP (5) on the remote control. Do not press the Stop button (5) on the camcorder since this will activate backlight compensation instead. NOTES: Programme AE with special effects (...

  • Page 73: 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 74: Troubleshooting

    SYMPTOM 7. The cassette will not load properly. 8. The memory card will not load properly. 9. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 10. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 11. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 12.
  • Page 75 18. •Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated pg. 32). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 32). •The camcorder automati-...
  • Page 76 SYMPTOM 21. The Video Echo mode does not work. 22. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 23. There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated. 24. White Balance cannot be activated.
  • Page 77 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 31. •The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 32. •This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
  • Page 78 This is not a defect. 40. •The speaker volume is too great. 41. •Since the analogue input mode is engaged, the camcorder is in the Record- Standby mode. ———— ———— (cont.) CORRECTIVE ACTION 35. •Connect the optional...
  • Page 79 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 46. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C ( pg.

  • Page 80: User Maintenance

    After Use Turn off the camcorder. 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. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.

  • Page 81: Index

    65 – 70 Multi Connector The Jack Box can be connected with this camcorder through this connector. Never touch it with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if the pins are damaged, the connectors will become...

  • Page 82: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 9 0 ! @ ^ &...

  • Page 83: Lcd Monitor

    12 * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry pg. 16 pg. 12 pg. 8 Multi Connector pg. 42 When attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder, pg. 38 this part is connected. pg. 36 Indicators pg. 38 pg. 36 Power Lamp ...

  • Page 84: Indications

    Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. ( Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. Displays the Time Code. Displays the file size of the stored image.
  • Page 85 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ Appears when the optional flash attached to the info-shoe is ready. Appears when the white balance is adjusted. • “ ”: Appears when the exposure is adjusted. •...
  • Page 86 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback SEARCH LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback R I GHT 10 / 2 Displays the sound mode. Displays the Blank Search mode. Displays the tape speed. Appears while a tape is running. 3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search 2 : Rewind/Shuttle search 64 : Forward slow-motion 16 : Reverse slow-motion...

  • Page 87: Warning Indications

    Warning Indications Indications CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT TAPE! TAPE END DIFFERENT FORMATTED TAPE SET DATE/TIME! A. DUB ERROR! A. DUB ERROR! <CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED TAPE> <CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING>...

  • Page 88: Index

    When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. INDEX Indications (cont.) ”...

  • Page 89: Cautions

    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: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use. When misused, the batteries can leak or explode.

  • Page 90: Memory Cards

    1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT ..push it strongly or apply any shocks..place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom. 2. To prolong service life . . .
  • Page 91 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 92: Terms

    Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Connections ... Darken The LCD Monitor ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Deleting Images ...
  • Page 93 Picture Mode ... Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... Power Switch Position ... Print Frame Deletion ... Printer ... Programme AE With Special Effects ... Progressive Mode ... Progressive Wide ... Protecting Images ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ...

  • Page 94: Specifications

    Approximate number of storable images (with 16 MB MultiMediaCard) FINE STANDARD (with 8 MB MultiMediaCard) FINE STANDARD Camcorder : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) : Approx. 4.4 W : Approx. 5.3 W...
  • Page 95 For Connectors Video output Video input Audio output Audio input Output Input PHONE Headphone output External microphone input PRINTER AA-V40EA, AA-V40A, AA-V40A-S, AA-V40SH or AA-V40ED Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight AA-V40EA AA-V40A/A-S/SH/ED For General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight...
  • Page 96 ®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED EA/A/A-S/SH/ED Printed in Japan 0201FOV...

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