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JVC GR GR-DV4000 Instructions Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DV4000 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK ADVANCED FEATURES REFERENCES...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. Notes appear after most subsections.
  • Page 3 However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
  • Page 4 Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the 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 Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    AC Power Adapter/ Battery Pack Charger AA-V40EG or BN-V408U-B AA-V40EK USB Cable DC Cord Lens Hood Lens Cap (Already attached to the camcorder pg. 6) Shoulder Strap Audio Cable x 2 pg. 7 for (for connection of attachment) optional headphones and external microphone NOTES:...
  • Page 6 NOTES: If the core filter cannot be attached to the S-Video cable you have, use the optional YTU94146B S-Video cable. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on its availability. Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting a cable, attach the end with the core filter to the camcorder.

  • Page 7: How To Attach The Lens Cap

    How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. You can also attach the lens cap to the lens hood. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED Power ...10 Grip Adjustment ...12 Viewfinder Adjustment ...12 Tripod Mounting ...12 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...12 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...13 Operation Mode ...13 Date/Time Settings ...14 Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette ...15 Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card ...16 VIDEO RECORDING &...

  • Page 9: Automatic Demonstration

    Automatic Demonstration Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). MENU Wheel Lock Button Power Switch ST M DE O – Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “A”...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Power This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. Charging The Battery Pack Battery pack BN-V408U, BN-V416U or BN-V428U POWER indicator CHARGE indicator DC OUT connector Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from the AC Power Adapter/Charger.
  • Page 11 VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA- V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

  • Page 12: Grip Adjustment

    Grip Adjustment Adjust the velcro strip. Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.

  • Page 13: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

    Brightness Adjustment Of The Display Set the Power Switch to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

  • Page 14: Date/Time Settings

    Date/Time Settings The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. ( pg. 31, 41) MENU Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 15: Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette

    Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 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.

  • Page 16: Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card

    Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Memory card Label Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first.

  • Page 17: Video Recording & Playback

    VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 15) Power Lamp Power Zoom Lever Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Tally Lamp (Lights while recording is in progress.) INFO LCD Remove the lens cap.

  • Page 18: Tape Remaining Time

    Tape Remaining Time Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– h – – m” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking. 0h 25 m – h– – m 1 h 0 m 0 h 5 9 m (Now calculating)

  • Page 19: Time Code

    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: Video Playback

    Normal Playback MENU Wheel (VOLUME) Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Stop Button (8) Play/Pause Button (4/9) Rewind Button (3) Speaker Fast-Forward Button (5) Load a cassette. ( pg. 15) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 21: Shuttle Search

    Shuttle Search Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, or 3 for reverse search. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9. During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button.

  • Page 22: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    Connections To A TV Or VCR Connector Cover**** To AV Audio/Video cable (provided) Cable Adapter* To TV or VCR A White to AUDIO L IN** B Red to AUDIO R IN** C Yellow to VIDEO IN D To S-VIDEO IN*** If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.

  • Page 23: D.s.c. Recording

    D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Memory Card ( pg.

  • Page 24: D.s.c. Playback

    These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX7) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.

  • Page 25: Playback Of Video Clips

    Playback Of Video Clips You can view video clips ( pg. 50) stored in the memory card. Load a memory card. ( pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

  • Page 26: Index Playback Of Files

    Index Playback Of Files You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images”...

  • Page 27: Protecting Files

    Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. MENU Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Rewind Button (3) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch SELECT Button Fast-Forward Button (5) Load a memory card. ( pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”...

  • Page 28: Deleting Files

    To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANC.ALL”, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. To cancel selection, select “RETURN”. Deleting Files Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

  • Page 29: Resetting The File Name

    Resetting The File Name By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. (Available only for Image and video clip files.) Load a memory card.

  • Page 30: Initialising A Memory Card

    To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” ( pg. 29). Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The DPOF screen appears.

  • Page 31: Advanced Features

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on- screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( MENU Wheel Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”...

  • Page 32: Recording Menus

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.) 4) Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen returns. Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus. 5) Press the MENU Wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes. NOTES: The “m” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “A”...

  • Page 33: Program Ae With Special Effects

    WIPE – SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. WIPE – DOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene.

  • Page 34: White Balance Adjustment

    White Balance Adjustment W. BALANCE (Factory-preset: AUTO) For details, refer to “White Balance Adjustment” pg. 47). AUTO: White balance is adjusted automatically. MWB: Adjust the white balance manually when shooting under various types of lighting. FINE: Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD: Outdoors on a cloudy day.
  • Page 35 Gain up GAIN UP (Factory-preset: AGC) OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. AGC: The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright. AUTO : The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at slow shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural.
  • Page 36 5-Second Recording Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. This function is available only for video recording. Set “5S” to “5S”. ( pg. 31) “5S” appears. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode automatically.

  • Page 37: System Menu

    Snapshot flash B-IN FLASH (Factory-preset: AUTO) OFF: Will not fire. AUTO: Fires automatically if it is dark ( appears). AUTO C: Fires automatically if it is dark ( appears) and reduces the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s eyes. ON: Always fires. Flash brightness adjustment FLASH ADJ.

  • Page 38: Display Menu

    INFO LCD setting INFO LCD OFF: The shooting information does not appear. ON: Makes the shooting information appears on the INFO LCD. Title impose For details, refer to “Title Impose” ( TITLE W/ (Factory-preset: BACKGRND) BACKGRND: Superimposes the title/frame over images.
  • Page 39 DSC Menu Picture quality The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE ( ) and STANDARD ( of quality). QUALITY (Factory-preset: FINE) FINE / STANDARD NOTE: The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in the images and the type of memory card being used.

  • Page 40: Playback Menus

    Video Menu VIDEO Playback sound During tape 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 page 31, select “SOUND MODE”...

  • Page 41: Video Display

    System Menu SYSTEM Each setting is linked with “s”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”. ( parameters are the same as in the description on page 37. BEEP (Factory-preset: MELODY) OFF / BEEP / MELODY TALLY (Factory-preset: ON) OFF / ON REMOTE...

  • Page 42: Features For Recording

    SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch Lock Button NIGHT Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Night Scope Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed.

  • Page 43: Snapshot Flash

    Snapshot Flash Flash The flash can be used when a snapshot is taken in Record-Standby mode. ( pg. 23, 42) When the Power Switch is set to “A”, the flash automatically pops up and fires if it is dark ( appears).

  • Page 44: Self-Timer

    SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Power Switch FOCUS Button Manual Focus Ring Self-Timer Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding the final touch to a memorable picture. Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 45: Auto Focus

    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. Focus detection zone However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases perform “Manual Focus”): When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

  • Page 46: Exposure Control

    EXPOSURE Button MENU Wheel Lock Button Power Switch Exposure Control Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations: When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.

  • Page 47: Backlight Compensation

    Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Press BACK LIGHT. The indicator is displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. Using the BACK LIGHT Button may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white.

  • Page 48: Navigation Function

    NAVIGATION Function The Navigation Function helps you check tape contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card. MENU Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Rewind Button (3) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch NAVI Button NAVI STORE Button Fast-Forward Button (5) To make thumbnail images during video recording automatically Load a cassette.
  • Page 49 To add thumbnail images during video playback Perform steps 1 to 4 in “To find scenes on tape using thumbnail images (NAVIGATION Search)”. Press 4/9 to start video playback. Press NAVI STORE at the desired point. The “ ” indicator appears briefly and the image of the point where NAVI STORE is pressed is stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image.

  • Page 50: E-Mail Clip Recording

    E-Mail Clip Recording You can make video clips from real-time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via E-Mail. Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Stop (8) Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch E-MAIL Button Play/Pause Button (4/9)

  • Page 51: Title Impose

    Press 4/9 to start video playback. Press E-MAIL to engage the E-Mail Clip Record- Standby mode. “E-CLIP” appears. To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording, press E-MAIL again or press 8 to stop video playback. At the point you want to start dubbing, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start E-Mail Clip Recording.

  • Page 52: Dubbing

    Dubbing To Or From A VCR Connector Cover*** To AV Audio/Video cable (provided) Cable Adapter* “Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out Select Switch A White to AUDIO L IN or OUT B Red to AUDIO R IN or OUT C Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUT D To S-VIDEO IN or OUT** If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.

  • Page 53: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv In Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    ( pg. 11) 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. If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed.

  • Page 54: Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Out Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    If no image is displayed on the LCD monitor, set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF”. ( 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 55: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. MENU Wheel SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Play/Pause Button Switch (4/9) Load a cassette. ( pg.

  • Page 56: 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)” size batteries.
  • Page 57 Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Right or SLOW Forward Button Slow-Motion Playback Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with an 80-minute cassete) in Slow Rewind or approx.

  • Page 58: Audio Dubbing

    Playback Special Effects Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image. The effects that can be used during playback are CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE, SEPIA and STROBE. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording.

  • Page 59: Insert Editing

    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. During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops.

  • Page 60: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]

    SHIFT for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. 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...

  • Page 61: Make Connections

    Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable. A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector… …Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector.
  • Page 62 Select Scenes FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL Press PLAY (U) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Selected parameter Editing Menu appears. If using a Wipe/Fader at the beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control. Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly, and stop...
  • Page 63 Picture Wipe And Dissolve Menu (available only for Random Assemble Editing) You can use not only the wipe/fader effects on page 32 but also the picture wipe and dissolve effects below. DISSOLVE: The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears. WIPE –...
  • Page 64 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 65: System Connections

    Core filter Core filter 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. If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode.

  • Page 66: Using The Camcorder As A Webcam

    Using The Camcorder As A WebCam This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection. USB cable (provided) To USB connector USB-equipped PC Make sure all necessary software (provided) are installed in your PC and all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to your PC using the USB cable.

  • Page 67: References

    DETAILS ITEMS V Power ( pg. 10) Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.

  • Page 68: 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/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
  • Page 69 7. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 8. Digital Zoom does not work. Video and D.S.C. Playback SYMPTOM 9. Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work. 10. The tape is moving, but there is no picture. 11. Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
  • Page 70 Advanced features SYMPTOM 13. The focus does not adjust automatically. 14. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 15. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 16. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 17. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.
  • Page 71 24. Although Snapshot is attempted, flash does not take place. 25. Although a Snapshot is taken with the flash, Red-Eye Reduction does not take place. Other problems SYMPTOM 26. The CHARGE indicator on the AC Power Adapter/Charger does not light. 27.
  • Page 72 • 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. 35. • The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or...
  • Page 73 41. • Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage. ( pg. 77) To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 42. • Set “TIME CODE” to “ON”. pg. 31, 38, 41) 43. • pg. 85.

  • Page 74: Cautions

    General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. 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.
  • Page 75 Memory Cards To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use… ... make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark..make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting.
  • Page 76 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 functioning properly.

  • Page 77: User Maintenance

    Remove. been disconnected. Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth Cassette holder refer to the cautions of each product. To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

  • Page 78: Specifications

    For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker For Digital Video Camera Format Signal format Recording/Playback format...

  • Page 79: Ac Power Adapter/Charger

    For Connectors S-Video input S-Video output Video input Video output Audio input Audio output EDIT Headphone output Input/output For General Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

  • Page 80: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators...
  • Page 81 50 t Flash... u Stereo Microphone... pg. 10 v Info-Shoe Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video pg. 15 Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom pg. 45 Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone. Make sure to turn off the power of the camcorder pg.
  • Page 82 Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only SOUND 12 b i t 15:55 a Navigation Indicator (Appears when “NAVIGATION” is set to other than “MANUAL”.) b Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator c Tape Running Indicator (Rotates while tape is running.) d Selected Wide Mode Indicator e Thumbnail Storing Indicator (Appears while the captured image is being...
  • Page 83 a Operation Mode b • : Night-Scope Indicator (Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.) • : Gain Up Mode (Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.) c Red Eye Reduction Indicator (Appears when the “B-IN FLASH” is set to “AUTO C”.) d White Balance Indicator e •...
  • Page 84 Warning Indications Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”...
  • Page 85 When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the REATTACH BATTERY indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occurred. E03 or E04 When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically.

  • Page 86: Terms

    AC Power Adapter/Charger ...10, 11 Animation ...36 Audio Dubbing ...58 Auto Focus ...45 Auto Playback Of Images ...24 Auto Shut Off ...17, 23 Backlight Compensation ...47 Battery Pack ...10, 11, 74 Beep (BEEP) ...37 Blank search ...21 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display (BRIGHT) ...13 Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery ...14 Changing The Menu Settings ...31...
  • Page 87 Picture Quality (QUALITY) ...39 Playback sound (SOUND MODE, 12bit MODE) ...40 Playback Special Effects ...58 Playback Zoom ...57 Power Switch Position ...13 Priority Setting (PRIORITY) ...38 Program AE With Special Effects (PROGRAM AE) Classic Film (CLASSIC FILM) ...33 Mirror (MIRROR) ...33 Monotone (MONOTONE) ...33 Sepia (SEPIA) ...33 Shutter Speed (SHUTTER) ...33...
  • Page 88 Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0203-FO-ID-VP...

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