Page 1: Table Of Contents
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVM80 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.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the Docking Station is on its bottom. This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC- type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard.
Page 3: Important Product Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
Page 4 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: •Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. •Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
Page 5 The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Page 6: Provided Accessories
•Docking Station CU-V503U •Battery Pack BN-V507U •Cleaning Cloth •Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) •Editing Cable (One plug has 3 rings around the pin, and the other has 1 ring around the pin.) PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V51U •DC Cord •JLIP Cable (Both plugs have 3 rings around the pin.)
Page 7: Automatic Demonstration
How To Use Audio Cables When using an optional external microphone or headphones, connect to the provided Audio cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the Audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference. To MIC AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO.
Page 8: 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 9: Using The Battery Pack
BATT. RELEASE Switch 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-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Page 10: Grip Adjustment
Then tighten the screw. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small- sized tripod. (cont.)
Page 11 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 12 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 13 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. ” and set the POWER...
Page 14: Operation Mode
To turn on the camcorder, set the POWER Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. POWER Switch POWER Lamp Lock Button Operation Switch When the Operation Switch is set to “...
Page 15 The following indications appear in the upper left corner, depending on the MODE Dial position. No display : When set to “VIDEO” PS : When set to “ ” MODE Dial MODE Dial Position MODE VIDEO (Progressive mode) Function •Allows you to record video and still images.
Page 16: Recording
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure Tape remaining time indicator the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD (Approximate) monitor fully. •The POWER lamp lights and the camcorder enters 3 min the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed. Press START/STOP. “ 2 min in progress.
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 Basic Recording (cont.) ”, then set the ”. Pull out the viewfinder recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. “BEEP/TALLY” on ” while pressing ”.
Page 19 Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW 1 0 xW 20xW Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 1 0 x W Digital zoom zone 10X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio POWER Switch Power Zoom Lever Zooming FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous 40xW change in image magnification.
Page 20 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 21: 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: Advanced Features
LCD monitor fully. To start Progressive Mode Recording, press START/ STOP. To End Progressive Mode Recording ..press START/STOP. 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 60 full Frames* per second —...
Page 24: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
– – Sub Menu 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 Operation Switch to “ Switch to “ Button located on the switch, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
Page 25: Menu Screen Explanations
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
Page 26 NOTES: If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off. If “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.
Page 27 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 28 RECORDING Self-Timer POWER 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 Operation Switch to “...
Page 29: Second Recording
... instead of pressing START/STOP in step 6, select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen, then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second still pg. 18). When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” ( this function is not available.
Page 30: Fade/Wipe Effects
... the point at which the scene ended is already 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 31 The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the center 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 32: Program Ae With Special Effects
IMPORTANT: Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects pg. 31). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. MODE Dial MENU Wheel Display 1/60 1/60 1/100 1/100 1/250 1/250 RECORDING Program AE With Special Effects...
Page 33 35) is initially set to can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m (32 ft), adjust the focus manually.
Page 34: 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. •...
Page 35 If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction. Set the Operation Switch to “...
Page 36: 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 37: Advanced Features
” ( pg. 13, 25). If “ON SCREEN” is set to “SIMPLE”, it keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV. It also makes the playback sound mode and tape speed disappear on the camcorder.
Page 38: 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. 37, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
Page 39: Blank Search
... press 5. NOTES: In step 5, 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 40: Basic Connections
When connecting to a TV or VCR, use the provided Docking Station, an optional Audio/Video cable and S-Video cable. Docking Station Attachment First align the camcorder direction stud and screw on the Docking Station with the camcorder’s stud hole and tripod mounting socket and tighten the screw.
Page 41 • S-Video cable: YTU94146A • Audio/Video cable (RCA plug to RCA plug): YTU94147A Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on their availability. Make sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
Page 42: Advanced Connections
PLAYBACK 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 43 Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 9). For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected 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...
Page 44: Dubbing
• S-Video cable: YTU94146A • Audio/Video cable (RCA plug to RCA plug): YTU94147A Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on their availability. Yellow to Make sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the VIDEO IN* camcorder.
Page 45: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 9). 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 46: 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.
Page 47 A. DUB Button PLAY Button & FF Button STOP Button PAUSE Button R.A.EDIT Buttons * This function is unavailable with this camcorder. With the camcorder’s POWER Switch set to the camera position (“ ”) . Transmits the beam signal. Zoom in/out ( pg.
Page 48: 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 49: 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 50: Random Assemble Editing
MBR SET VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME (A) (B) 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. NOTES: SANYO SHARP SONY...
Page 51: Make Connections
• S-Video cable: YTU94146A • Audio/Video cable (RCA plug to RCA plug): YTU94147A Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on their availability. Make sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder.
Page 52 Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total program 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 Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black &...
Page 53: 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 54: For More Accurate Editing
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. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
Page 55 1 . 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 the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “...
Page 56: 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 57: User Maintenance
USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide down 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 58: 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 59 Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 30). • The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the Record- Standby mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Record-Standby mode pg.
Page 60 SYMPTOM 17. The picture wipe function does not work. 18. Scene transition does not go as expected. 19. The Video Echo mode does not work. 20. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 21.
Page 61 • 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. 28. • The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot.
Page 62: Troubleshooting
If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 41. • 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 63: Index
VCR to control it from the computer using the provided Software. NOTE: Make sure that the camcorder is turned on while connecting the camcorder to a PC using the Docking Station’s JLIP connector. If the camcorder is turned off (because the POWER Switch is set to “OFF”...
Page 64: Controls, Connectors And Indicators
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators &...
Page 65: Other Parts
Controls START/STOP Button ... •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ... •Speaker/Headphone Volume Control [VOL.] ... •MENU Wheel [+, –, 4] ... •LCD Monitor Brightness Control [+, –] ... Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ... Battery Release Switch [BATT. RELEASE] ... OPEN/EJECT Switch ... •Play/Pause Button [4/6] ...
Page 66: Indications
19) Displays the date/time. pg. 30, 31) INDEX Indications & ’ monitor or the viewfinder. ( approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. pg. 26) pg. 13) pg. 16) pg. 18) pg. 16) pg. 16) pg. 34) pg. 28) pg.
Page 67: Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback 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 6e : Audio Dubbing Pause Displays the date/time.
Page 68: 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.) Function ”...
Page 69: Cautions
AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- hausted.
Page 70: Lcd Monitor
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 71 Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from function- ing properly.
Page 72: 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 ... Demonstration Mode ...
Page 73 Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... POWER Switch Position ... Printer ... Program AE With Special Effects ... Progressive Mode ... Progressive Wide ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ... Record-Standby ... Recording Mode ... Remote Control ...
Page 74: Specifications
Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette) For Connectors Video output Audio output DV Input/output Headphone output Camcorder : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) : Approx. 4.4 W : Approx. 5.2 W : 51 mm x 125 mm x 97 mm (2-1/16"...
Page 75 AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V51U Power requirement U.S.A. and Canada Other countries Power consumption Output Charge Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight For General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight For Connectors S-Video Video Audio JLIP/EDIT External microphone input Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated.

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