JVC GR-DV33 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DV33
INSTRUCTIONS
Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on
the World Wide Web and answer our
Consumer Survey (in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/index-e.html
ENGLISH
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LYT0203-001B

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DV33 INSTRUCTIONS Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/index-e.html LYT0203-001B ENGLISH...
  • 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 and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
  • Page 4: Provided Accessories

    PROVIDED ACCESSORIES AC Charger Station DC cord AA-V60EG Grip/Hand strap Battery pack BN-V607U VIDEO/AUDIO cable VIDEO/AUDIO cable (AC Charger Station to TV or VCR, (camcorder to TV or VCR, RCA plug 4 RCA plug) ø3.5 mini-plug 4 RCA plug) S-VIDEO cable Editing cable (ø3.5 mini-plug, 2 poles)
  • Page 5 Remote control unit MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min RM-V712U (DVM-30) M-DV30ME Lithium battery CR2025 (for remote control unit)
  • Page 6: About Dv

    The digital video camera converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording. A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and colour signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analogue to Digital) converter samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 6.75 MHz, and changes them to an 8-bit quantum signal.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ABOUT DV GETTING STARTED Charging The Battery Pack ... 8 Installing The Battery Pack ... 9 Indoor Use ... 10 Using The Battery Holder ... 10 Date/Time Settings ... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ... 12 Recording Mode Setting ... 13 Grip Strap Attachment ...
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Charging The Battery Pack The battery pack has not been charged at the factory. Before using it, be sure to charge it with the AC Charger Station. ATTACH Battery pack BN-V607U To AC outlet Power cord DC OUT jack SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER Plug the AC Charger Station’s power cord in to an AC outlet.
  • Page 9: Installing The Battery Pack

    Charging Environment Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 30°C. 20° to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Continuous Shooting Continuous shooting is possible (See table below for recording time) under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 10: Indoor Use

    Indoor Use When using the camcorder indoors, you can use the AC Charger Station (provided) instead of a battery. Remove. Coupler CONNECT DC CORD TO CAMCORDER Insert the coupler of the provided DC cord into the camcorder. CONNECT DC CORD TO AC CHARGER STATION Connect the DC cord to the AC Charger Station’s DC OUT jack.
  • Page 11: Date/Time Settings

    Date/Time Settings Date and time will automatically be recorded on tape at all times. It is your choice to display it or not during playback ( pg. 51). Lock button Power lamp Power Dial Select Dial SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Dial to “ ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial, and pull out the viewfinder fully.
  • Page 12: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. OPEN/EJECT switch Make sure the window side is facing out. Erase protection switch** OPEN CASSETTE COVER Turn the power on, then slide the OPEN/EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 13: Recording Mode Setting

    Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference. Lock button Power lamp Power dial Select Dial SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Dial to “ ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. PULL OUT VIEWFINDER Pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is turned on.
  • Page 14: Grip Strap Attachment

    Grip Strap Attachment Grip Strap Bottom of camcorder Length adjuster Hand strap eyelet Loop ATTACH GRIP STRAP TO HAND STRAP EYELET Open the pad and pull the grip strap in the direction of the arrow to remove the grip strap from the pad.
  • Page 15: Tripod Mounting

    Bottom of camcorder Dioptre Adjustment Adjust the viewfinder display for best viewing. SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Dial to “ ” or “ ”. TURN ON CAMCORDER Pull out the viewfinder fully. Tripod Mounting Align the tripod’s screw with the mounting socket on the bottom of the camcorder.
  • Page 16: Remote Control Unit

    Remote Control Unit You can use the RM-V712U to control the camcorder. When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The transmitted beam effective area for indoor use is approx. 5 m. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation if the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.
  • Page 17: Operation Mode

    Operation Mode Tuning the Power Dial allows you to choose the appropriate operation mode among the following modes: Full Auto mode ( ), Manual mode ( ), 5 second mode recording (5S), Self-Timer mode ( ) and “PLAY”. According to the Power Dial position you have selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL”...
  • Page 18: Recording

    You should already have performed the necessary preparations ( and try recording that way before attempting to use more advanced features. NOTE: Before starting recording, make sure you set the date and time ( recording, you can display them during playback ( Lock button Power lamp Power Dial...
  • Page 19: Adjust Brightness

    NOTES: Be careful not to cover the camera sensor; built-in here is the sensor necessary for shooting. If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode, power shuts off automatically to conserve energy and protect the heads. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again.
  • Page 20 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape When removing a tape on which you were recording, or when you resume recording on a tape after playing back the recording previously made (without taking the tape out between recordings), perform this proce- dure.
  • Page 21 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 22 Zoom Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject ( Simply set the zoom switch to either zoom in (towards “T”) or zoom out (towards “W”). The zoom speed is variable — the quicker you set the zoom switch, the quicker the zoom action. NOTES: In Full Auto mode (when the Power Dial is set to “...
  • Page 23: Advanced Features

    RECORDING Advanced Features Displaying The Date And Time During Recording When the Power Dial is set to “ ”, “5S” or “ ”, you can choose whether to display the date and time during recording or not. You must first set the date and time (see “Date/Time Settings” “DISPLAY”...
  • Page 24 Scene (5-second recording) Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. The 5-Second function may also be activated during Full Auto operation. But the White Balance remains in the previously adjusted condition. While the 5-Second mode is activated, Fade/Wipe ( and other manual operations cannot be performed.
  • Page 25 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. Lock button Power lamp Power Dial START/STOP button When the START/STOP button is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown below: SELECT OPERATION MODE Turn the Power Dial to “...
  • Page 26 Snapshot Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. PHOTO During snapshot SNAPSHOT button Select Dial SELECT OPERATION MODE First turn the Power Dial to “ ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. Make sure the viewfinder is pulled out.
  • Page 27 FULL* (Snapshot mode with no frame) MULTI 4 (Multi-Analyzer 4) : There is a momentary camera shutter-type blackout. Motor Drive mode: Keeping the SNAPSHOT Button pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (The interval between the still pictures: approx. 0.7 seconds.) FRAME* (Snapshot mode with frame)
  • Page 28 Menus The Recording Menu allows you to set these functions: Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Digital Image Stabilizer, Gain Up, Date/Time Menu, System Menu . The following selection procedure applies to Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnifica- tion, Stabilization and Gain Up . Please refer to pages 29, 30 for details.
  • Page 29 REC MODE WIDE MODE ZOOM GAIN UP TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU REC MODE (Recording mode) You can change the tape recording speed. LP tape speed is slower than SP, allowing LP to record 1.5 times longer than SP. If you have shot in SP mode, Audio Dubbing will be possible later. NOTES: Tapes shot in LP mode are recommended to be played back on this unit.
  • Page 30 ZOOM (Zoom magnification) You can select 10X, 40X, or 100X maximum zoom magnifications. 10X–Optical zoom that does not degrade the quality of the recording. 40X–Electronic processing (Digital zoom) that lets you get closer up. 100X–Electronically-processed images at 100-times magnification. NOTES: Even if 40X or 100X is selected, Digital Zoom (magnification of over 10X) cannot be used while functions done through Digital image processing (5SD mode, Snapshot,...
  • Page 31: Select Function

    System Menu The System Menu allows you to set the following functions: Photo Mode, Scene, Beep/Tally, Wind Cut, Sound Mode, ID numbers and Demonstration Mode ( Lock button Power Dial Select Dial SELECT OPERATION MODE First turn the Power Dial to “ ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial, make sure the viewfinder is pulled out.
  • Page 32: Photo Mode

    PHOTO MODE SCENE BEEP / TALLY WIND CUT SOUND MODE ID NUMBER DEMO. MODE RETURN PHOTO MODE See pages 26 and 27. SCENE (5-Second Mode) ( 5S–Pressing START/STOP allows you to take a 5- second “clip”. Press repeatedly for a succession of short recordings.
  • Page 33: Start Recording

    FADE/WIPE Effects IMPORTANT: If certain P.AE/Effects ( pg. 40) are activated, some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used. If you select a Fade/ Wipe Effect that is unusable in the current situation, the indication blinks. Use these to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene.
  • Page 34 Fades and Wipes A scene gradually appears on a black or white screen (Fade In/Wipe In), or disappears, leaving a black or white screen (Fade Out/Wipe Out). Select Fade or Wipe at the Fader/Wipe Menu ( Select any one effect from START/STOP button ACTIVATE FADE IN OR WIPE IN...
  • Page 35 Picture Wipe/Dissolve Combine the Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions for a professional transition effect. There are 6 Picture Wipe effects and 1 Dissolve effect. Select the Picture Wipe effect at the Fader/Wipe Menu ( Select any one effect from START/STOP button START RECORDING Press START/STOP.
  • Page 36 Random Variations When is selected, the camcorder chooses one of the fades/wipes at random. RECORDING NOTE: The Picture Wipe/Dissolve feature is not available when Random Fader is activated. START/STOP button Advanced Features (Cont.) START RECORDING Press START/STOP. The camcorder does the rest, selecting an effect at random.
  • Page 37 FADER AND WIPE MENU MENU FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — MOSAIC FADER — B.W WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen.
  • Page 38 FADER AND WIPE MENU (cont.) MENU DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER RANDOM RECORDING EFFECT The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears. The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner.
  • Page 39 P.AE/Effects IMPORTANT: If certain Fades or Wipes ( pg. 37, 38) are activated, some P.AE/Effects cannot be used. If you select a P.AE/Effect that is unusable in the current situation, the effect’s symbol begins flashing. You can choose any one of the effects ( FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE...
  • Page 40 1/50–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/100–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.
  • Page 41 Manual Focus Adjustment The camcorder, in most cases, adjusts the focus from approx. 5 cm to infinity automatically. However, when focusing is difficult or when the subject is not in the middle of the viewfinder, adjust the focus manually. Factory preset is “AUTO”. Lock button Power Dial Select Dial...
  • Page 42 Exposure Control Usually this is adjusted automatically. However, when the background is too bright or too dark in compari- son with the subject, the exposure could be corrected manually. Factory preset is “AUTO”. Lock button Power Dial Select Dial SELECT OPERATION MODE First turn the Power Dial to “...
  • Page 43 Iris Lock Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the viewfinder), or when you want to lock the brightness level. When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken.
  • Page 44 White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.
  • Page 45 Manual White Balance Operation If the camera is operating in manual mode, perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting White paper Lock button Power Dial Select Dial SELECT OPERATION MODE Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment ( pg.
  • Page 46: Playback

    You can watch what you’ve recorded in the viewfinder. Power Dial Power lamp Lock button SELECT OPERATION MODE Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. The Power lamp comes on. PULL OUT VIEWFINDER Pull out the viewfinder.
  • Page 47 To Perform High-Speed Search ..press 2 or 3 after pressing 6/4. The tape will move at approximately 9 times the normal playback speed. Watch in the viewfinder and, when you reach the spot you want to see, press 6/4 and normal playback resumes.
  • Page 48: Advanced Features

    Playback Zoom The recorded pictures can be magnified up to 10X at any time during playback. Normal playback Stop button Play button FIND THE SCENE OF INTEREST Press the Play button to start playback. ACTIVATE ZOOM Press the zoom buttons (T/W) on the remote control.
  • Page 49 Playback Effects These effects allow you to be creative with the playback picture. You can use any one of the 4 effects. PLAYBACK EFFECT CLASSIC FILM MONOTONE SEPIA STROBE Play button START PLAYBACK Press the Play button (4). ACCESS PLAYBACK EFFECT SELECT MENU Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press EFFECT.
  • Page 50: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions: Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp, Display and Time Code . The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( 48kHz MODE FULL SOUND 32kHz MODE SOUND1 SYNCHRO 0 .
  • Page 51 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”.) RECORDING SOUND 32 kHz 48 kHz...
  • Page 52: Basic Connections

    VCR/TV Connection (when connecting directly to the camcorder) Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting. Connector is under the cover. To AV OUT connector CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR VCR Pull out the connector cover and open it.
  • Page 53 VCR/TV Connection (using AC Charger Station) Attach the camcorder to the AC Charger Station, then connect the AC Charger Station to a TV or VCR pg. 54, 55), as described in the following steps. Mark CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. ATTACH AND LOCK Align the mark on the camcorder with the one on the AC Charger Station and slide the camcorder to the AC Charger Station in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 54 VCR/TV connection (using the AC Charger Station) (Cont.) Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting. White Yellow To VIDEO OUT connector To S-VIDEO OUT connector PLAYBACK Yellow: VIDEO White: AUDIO L Red: AUDIO R To AUDIO OUT connectors (L/R) VIDEO/AUDIO cable (provided)
  • Page 55 CONNECT AC CHARGER STATION TO TV OR VCR Connect as shown in the illustration pg. 54). If Using A VCR . . . go to step 2. If not . . . go to step 3. CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual.
  • Page 56: Advanced Connections

    Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector Connection to the Digital Printer GV-DT1 (optional) allows you to print out the images or to transfer the captured image from the Digital Printer to a personal computer. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector.
  • Page 57 CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS Make sure all the units are turned off. ATTACH CAMCORDER TO AC CHARGER STATION Attach the camcorder to the AC Charger Station referring to step 2 as shown in the illustration on pg. 53. CONNECT CAMCORDER TO PRINTER OR VIDEO UNIT EQUIPPED WITH DV INPUT CONNECTOR Pull out the connector cover and open it.
  • Page 58: Editing

    Dubbing You can copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto a videotape. Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual for details. (Recording deck) MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect the AC Charger Station to your VCR as shown in the illustration on page 54. Please also refer to your VCR’s instruction manual before dubbing.
  • Page 59: Digital Dubbing

    AC Charger Station. 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: Brand Setting

    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 yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: SANYO SELECO, SHARP SONY...
  • Page 61: Random Assemble Editing

    54). Charger Station to the VCR’s remote pause terminal using an editing cable. If you use a JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause terminal or a non-JVC VCR, connect the AC Charger Station’s EDIT connector to the remote control’s remote pause connector using an editing...
  • Page 62 Power Dial FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL SET EDIT-IN POINT At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/ OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position appears on the Random Assemble Editing Menu. SET EDIT-OUT POINT At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The Edit-Out position appears on the Random Assemble Editing Menu.
  • Page 63 Power Dial START/STOP button FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES Repeat steps 4 – 7 ( pg. 62). •To change previously registered points, press CANCEL on the remote control. The registered points disappear, one at a time, from the most recently registered point. •If you're not using Fade/Wipe or P.AE/Effects, repeat steps 4 and 5 only.
  • Page 64: For More Accurate Editing

    For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Standby 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’ve recorded scenes you didn’t want.
  • Page 65 Adjustment of VCR‘s against Camcorder Timing (Recording deck) Select Dial ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU 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. The Playback Menu appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 66: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recorded on the 32 kHz mode ( NOTES: Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded at 48 kHz, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
  • Page 67 NOTES: Audio dubbing is possible using an optional microphone connected to the external microphone input connector (MIC). While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in microphone is disabled. When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 32 kHz, the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately. To select the desired sound for playback, press AUDIO MONITOR on the remote control.
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. SYMPTOM 1. No power is supplied. 2. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears. 3. Recording cannot be performed. 4. There is no playback picture.
  • Page 69 SYMPTOM 10. The tape is moving, but there’s no picture. 11. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 12. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 13. Digital Zoom doesn’t work. 14. P.AE/Effects and Fade/ Wipe Effects don’t work. 15.
  • Page 70 SYMPTOM 18. The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions don’t work. 19. The Picture Wipe function doesn’t work. 20. Even when Slow Shutter isn't selected, the image looks like it is activated. 21. There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe effect is activated.
  • Page 71 SYMPTOM 26. During recording, sound cannot be heard. 27. During recording, the date/time does not appear. 28. The indicators and messages do not appear on screen. 29. The indicators do not appear in the viewfinder. 30. The viewfinder indications blink. 31.
  • Page 72 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 35. • To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 30°C ( pg.
  • Page 73: After Use

    AFTER USE Cleaning The Camcorder Open switch (BATTERY) Battery cover Battery pack REMOVE POWER SUPPLY Remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Charger Station ( pg. 8 – 10). CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth. •Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt.
  • Page 74: Controls, Indications And Connectors

    CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS Camcorder Connector cover Pull this out to open. Stereo microphone For use when recording. Lens hood Turn this counterclockwise to release. Lens cover Opens when the viewfinder is pulled out with the Power Dial set to any position except “PLAY”...
  • Page 75 Viewfinder ( pg. 15) Pull out when recording. & Power dial ( pg. 17) Turning the camcorder on/off, recording or playback is possible. START/STOP button ( Starts recording or stops recording to make the camcorder enter the record-standby mode. Zoom switch (T/W) ( Adjusts zoom during recording.
  • Page 76: Ac Charger Station

    CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS AC Charger Station DC charger ( pg. 8) Attach the battery pack to charge. Camcorder attachment part ( Attach the camcorder to this part when charging the battery installed in the camcorder or when editing. Multi connector ( pg.
  • Page 77: Indications During Recording

    Indications During Recording Displays the operation mode position. Appears when taking a Snapshot. Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode. Appears when in the Record-Standby mode. Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer is engaged. Displays the recording mode (SP or LP). Displays the tape remaining time.
  • Page 78: Indications During Playback

    CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS Indications During Playback Displays the sound mode. Displays the recording mode. Appears while a tape is running. : Playback : Fast-Forward/High-speed search : Rewind/High-speed search : Forward slow-motion : Reverse slow-motion : Pause : Audio Dubbing Appears while in the digital dubbing mode.* Displays the date/time.
  • Page 79: Warning Indications

    Press the reset button after removing 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. pg. 12) pg. 81) pg.
  • Page 80: Cautions

    Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. To avoid hazard ..do not burn..do not short-circuit the terminals..
  • Page 81: Main Unit

    20 seconds, it stops automatically. 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 82: Specifications

    Camcorder General Power Power consumption Format Signal format Video signal recording format Cassette Tape Speed Maximum recording time Pickup Lens Filter diameter Viewfinder Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Video Output DV output/input Audio Output Headphone output External microphone input : DC 6.3 V (using AC Charger Station) DC 7.2 V...
  • Page 83 AC Charger Station General Power Power consumption Output power Operating temperature Dimensions Weight Connectors S-Video Video Audio JLIP Editing Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. : AC 110 to 240 V`, 50/60 Hz : 20 W : DC 7.2 V , 0.77 A (charge)
  • Page 84: Glossary Of Terms

    GLOSSARY OF TERMS Iris Works like the pupil of the human eye. In a well-lit environment, the human pupil contracts to keep too much light from entering. In low lighting, the pupil dilates to allow more light in. Colour temperature A measurement in Kelvin degrees which indicates the colour contents of a light source;...
  • Page 85: Index

    INDEX Animation ... Auto Focus ... Auto Shut off ... Battery ... Battery Low ... Beep/Tally ... Charging ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Cleaning The Camcorder ... Connections ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Demonstration Mode ... Digital Dubbing ... Digital Image Stabilizer ...
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