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JVC GR-DVL20 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL45
GR-DVL40
GR-DVL25
GR-DVL20
Please visit our CyberCam 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
Power ............................................ 6
Date/Time Settings ............................ 8
Recording Mode Setting ..................... 10
Grip Adjustment .............................. 11
Viewfinder Adjustment ...................... 11
Shoulder Strap Attachment ................. 11
Tripod Mounting ............................... 11
Basic Recording ............................... 12
Advanced Features ........................... 17
Basic Playback ................................ 29
Advanced Features ........................... 30
Basic Connections ............................. 32
Advanced Connections ....................... 34
Tape Dubbing .................................. 36
Digital Dubbing ................................ 37
Random Assemble Editing ................... 42
For More Accurate Editing ................... 46
Audio Dubbing ................................. 48
Indications ..................................... 60
Terms ........................................... 62
LYT0445-001A
ENGLISH
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL45 GR-DVL40 GR-DVL25 GR-DVL20 Please visit our CyberCam 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 Power ... 6 Date/Time Settings ... 8 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...

  • 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 The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom. 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.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions 2

    CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked can be used with this unit.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    DVL40 owners: 4-pole – 2-pole. GR-DVL25/DVL20 owners: 2-pole – 2-pole) •Audio/Video (A/V) Cable [RCA plug to RCA plug] •DC Cord •S-Video Cable Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut. Connect the end of the cable with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

  • 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: Battery Release Switch

    BATTERY RELEASE Switch Hook on. 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. To DC IN connector AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V20A or AA-V20EA...

  • Page 8: Date/Time Settings

    “RETURN” to exit. NOTE: Even if you select “DATE/TIME”, if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/ time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press MENU/BRIGHT, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set.

  • Page 9: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette 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 cover.

  • Page 10: 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. (cont.)

  • Page 11: Grip Adjustment

    Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip. Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to “ The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is turned on. Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

  • Page 12: Recording

    Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it, then set the Power Switch to “ lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “...

  • Page 13: Journalistic Shooting

    5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded. If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then back to “ ” or “ ”.
  • Page 14 Zoom in (T: Telephoto) Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display Digital zoom zone 16X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever Power Switch RECORDING FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce a zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. OPERATION: Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
  • Page 15 30 cm between the video light and people or objects. Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. Video Light (GR-DVL45/ FEATURE: DVL40 only) PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
  • Page 16 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 17: Advanced Features

    Snapshot mode with no frame* Snapshot Use your camcorder like a regular camera to take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION Set the Power Switch to “ Choose the appropriate Snapshot mode from the 5 available by repeatedly pressing MODE until the desired snapshot mode indicator appears.

  • Page 18: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    TO MODE 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 “ Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Recording Menu appears.
  • Page 19 • When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
  • Page 20 WIND CUT SOUND MODE 32 kHz 48 kHz This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a ID NUMBER computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
  • Page 21 The Date/Time is always displayed when the Power Switch is set to “ ”. Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The display appears on the connected TV . Even if “ON SCREEN” is set to “ON”, the indications are removed from the TV if “INDICATION”...

  • Page 22: Fade/Wipe Effects

    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. Advanced Features (cont.) ”.
  • Page 23 The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward the top and bottom of the screen. When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the effect used in scene transition (from , and ).

  • Page 24: Programme Ae With Special Effects

    White Balance ( pg. 28) 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 25: Auto Focus

    “ ” or “ Focusing AUTO FOCUS 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...
  • Page 26 MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power Switch EXP. EXP. EXP. Exposure control indicator RECORDING Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override it and make the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: •...

  • Page 27: Iris Lock

    MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power Switch EXP. Iris lock indicator Iris Lock Use this function in the following situations: When shooting a moving subject. When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such as when the subject is backing away.

  • Page 28: White Balance Adjustment

    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 29: Playback

    Available only with the RM-V711U remote control (provided) ( NOTES: If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “...

  • Page 30: Advanced Features

    MENU/BRIGHT Dial Power Switch Display Playback Menu 48kHz MODE FULL SOUND 32kHz MODE SOUND1 SYNCHRO 0 . 0 INDICATION DISPLAY TIME CODE 48kHz MODE FULL SOUND 32kHz MODE SOUND1 SYNCHRO 0 . 0 INDICATION DISPLAY TIME CODE PLAYBACK Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions: Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp,...

  • Page 31: 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. (32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1” and 48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND”.)

  • Page 32: 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 (RCA type) connectors Yellow: Not connected White to Audio Output L Red to Audio...
  • Page 33 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 34: Advanced Connections

    ** Provided with GR-DVL45/DVL40, optional for GR-DVL25/DVL20. Connection To A Personal Computer This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC using image transfer software (GR-DVL45/DVL40 owners: provided, GR-DVL25/DVL20 owners: optional software such as the HS-V4KIT) when connected as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 35 To DV For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected connector only to one device at a time. This camcorder can also be used as a recorder. If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback, Fast-Forward or Rewind is attempted with the camcorder connected to a...

  • Page 36: Tape Dubbing

    VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. 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/ To AUDIO, 6 on the camcorder.

  • Page 37: Digital Dubbing

    ( 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 38: Using The Remote Control Unit

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Installing The Battery 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.
  • Page 39 — Zoom in/out ( pg. 14) — — — — — — — — Transmits the beam signal. Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder. — — — — — — — — — — — &...

  • Page 40: Slow-Motion Playback

    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 SHIFT, press (Down).

  • Page 41: Playback Special Effects

    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. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. 3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.

  • Page 42: Random Assemble Editing

    MBR SET VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME (A) (B) IMPORTANT PHILIPS 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: SANYO SELECO, SHARP SONY...

  • Page 43: Make Connections

    18 – 20) to “ON” or “OFF”. Then, set the Power Switch back to “ MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 32 and 33. To connect to: A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector . . . Connector ... connect the editing cable to the Remote...
  • Page 44 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 45: 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 46: 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 47 TIME CODE (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 Playback Menu appears. Move the highlight bar to “SYNCHRO” by rotating MENU/BRIGHT, then press it.

  • Page 48: Audio Dubbing

    If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound may be disrupted. 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 Stereo down the TV’s volume. microphone Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing.

  • Page 49: 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 50 13. •Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated pg. 22). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 22). •The camcorder automati-...
  • Page 51 SYMPTOM 15. Scene transition does not go as expected. 16. The Video Echo mode does not work. 17. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 18. There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated.
  • Page 52 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 25. •The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 26. •This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
  • Page 53 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 37. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) (...

  • Page 54: User Maintenance

    After Use Turn off the camcorder. Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor. Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then swing the cassette cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder, then close the cassette cover.

  • Page 55: Cautions

    When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects. Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. Battery Packs Terminals Battery cap The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 56: Main Unit

    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 57 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 58: Index

    INDEX & Controls, Connectors And Indicators...

  • Page 59: Stop Button [Stop]

    Random Assemble Editing ( •It is used to connect the camcorder to a device pg. 8, 18 such as a personal computer. For further details, consult your nearest JVC pg. 12 dealer. •JLIP-controlled editing from the camcorder to a pg. 17 VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped pg.

  • Page 60: Indications

    Appears when taking a Snapshot. Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut down on noise created by wind. ( Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. Displays the date/time. Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 61: Warning Indications

    Remove the power E01 — E06 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. WIDE 25 .

  • Page 62: Terms

    Battery Low ... Battery Pack ... Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Connections ... Darken The LCD Monitor ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Demonstration Mode ...

  • Page 63: Specifications

    LCD GR-DVL25/ DVL20 : Electronic viewfinder with 0.24" black/white LCD Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Camcorder Speaker Operating (Using AC Power temperature Operating humidity...
  • Page 64 ®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. COPYRIGHT© 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan A/EA 0899AYV...

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