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JVC GR-DVL315A Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL810A
GR-DVL710A
GR-DVL610A
GR-DVL315A
GR-DVL610SH
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
The camcorder illustrations
appearing in this instruction
manual are of the GR-DVL810A.
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
VIDEO RECORDING ............ 16 – 20
VIDEO PLAYBACK .............. 21 – 24
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
D.S.C. RECORDING ............ 26 – 27
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .............. 28 – 36
ADVANCED
FEATURES
FOR RECORDING ................ 38 – 45
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 46 – 51
DUBBING ......................... 52 – 56
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................ 57 – 67
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 68 – 69
REFERENCES
DETAILS ................................... 71
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 72 – 76
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 77
INDEX ............................. 78 – 84
CAUTIONS ........................ 85 – 87
TERMS ............................ 88 – 89
SPECIFICATIONS ................. 90 – 91
The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera)
features are available on GR-DVL810A,
GR-DVL710A, GR-DVL610A and
GR-DVL610SH.
LYT0789-001A
ENGLISH
6
7 – 14
15 – 24
25 – 36
37 – 69
70 – 91
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL810A GR-DVL710A GR-DVL610A GR-DVL315A GR-DVL610SH 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 The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DVL810A. CONTENTS...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself. To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.
  • 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 to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
  • Page 4 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. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    AP-V10ED (GR-DVL810A/ DVL710A/DVL610A/ DVL315A) AP-V10A (GR-DVL610SH) •Power Cord •Shoulder Strap •Lens Cap (Already attached to the camcorder) •Core Filter (GR-DVL315A only) (for optional S-Video cable) pg. 6 for attachment •USB Cable (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/ DVL610A/DVL610SH only) •PC Connection Cable (GR-DVL315A only) NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter.

  • Page 6: Demonstration

    How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the Core Filter (if provided with your model interference. Stopper Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core ends of the Core Filter.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ... 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 10 Tripod Mounting ... 10 Date/Time Settings... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ... 12 Recording Mode Setting ... 13 Loading A Memory Card (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) Picture Quality Mode Setting...

  • Page 8: Power

    BAT. RELEASE Switch Power Switch CHARGE Lamp AC Adapter To AC outlet Battery pack BN-V408U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-V416U (optional) approx. 2 hrs. BN-V428U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. 20 min. Power This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power.

  • Page 9: Using Ac Power

    AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80 AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U battery pack. 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 10: Grip Adjustment

    Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/ Stop button PAUSE GETTING STARTED Grip Adjustment Separate 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 and Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever.

  • Page 11: Date/Time Settings

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display W I PE FADER OF F PROGR AM AE W. BAL AN E CAMER MANUA SYSTE D I SPL GR-DVL810A/ DVL710A/ DVL610A/ DVL610SH only DISPLAY Menu ON SC RE N – LCD / TV DATE / I ME...

  • Page 12: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    Erase protection tab* PUSH HERE Cassette holder cover OPEN/EJECT Switch * To Protect Valuable Recordings ..slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to “REC”...

  • Page 13: Recording Mode Setting

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display Menu Screen REC MODE – Sub Menu GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/ DVL610A/DVL610SH only Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “ the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

  • Page 14: Loading A Memory Card

    Clipped edge Memory card Label Loading A Memory Card (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder when you receive the camcorder. Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). Insert the memory card clipped edge first. •Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.
  • Page 15 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS VIDEO RECORDING ... 16 – 20 Basic Recording ... 16 Journalistic Shooting ... 17 Self-Recording ... 17 Operation Mode ... 17 Zooming ... 18 Video Light ... 19 Time Code ... 20 VIDEO PLAYBACK ...

  • Page 16: Video Recording

    Power lamp Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Display 25 min 90 min 89 min (Now calculating) 0 min 1 min (Blinking) (Blinking) BR I GHT MENU/BRIGHT Wheel 180° 90° PUSH OPEN VIDEO/DSC Switch Button (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/ DVL610A/DVL610SH only) Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress) Basic Recording NOTE:...

  • Page 17: Journalistic Shooting

    • Allows you to play back a recording on the tape. • Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape to a computer (GR-DVL315A only). • Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory...

  • Page 18: Zooming

    Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 x W 10 x W 20 x W Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 10 x W Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever VIDEO RECORDING FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.

  • Page 19: Video Light

    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 FEATURE: PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

  • Page 20: 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 21: Video Playback

    VIDEO PLAYBACK Lock Button Power Switch Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) Play/Pause Button (4/6) Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) Stop Button (5) Speaker VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL810A/ DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only; open the LCD monitor to access this switch) Still Playback: Pauses during playback. 1) Press 4/6 during playback.

  • Page 22: Connections

    Connections A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors * When connecting the cables, open this cover. ** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors * When connecting the cables, open this cover.
  • Page 23 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. Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

  • Page 24: Blank Search

    BLANK SEARCH Button Lock Button Power Switch Display BLANK SEARCH Stop Button (5) VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL810A/ DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only; open the LCD monitor to access this switch) VIDEO PLAYBACK Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( Load a tape ( pg.
  • Page 25 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features are available on GR-DVL810A, GR-DVL710A, GR-DVL610A and GR-DVL610SH. CONTENTS D.S.C. RECORDING ... 26 – 27 Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ... 26 – 27 D.S.C.

  • Page 26: D.s.c. Recording

    SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Display SNAP MODE – P I N–UP FRAME FUL L MUL T I – 4 MUL T I – 9 Picture Quality Displays the quality of the stored image: FINE or STD (standard) (in order of quality) ( F I NE 10 / 100...
  • Page 27 PIN-UP Pin-Up mode* FRAME Snapshot mode with frame* FULL Snapshot mode with no frame* MULTI-4 Multi-Analyser 4 MULTI-9 Multi-Analyser 9 * There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. To Delete Unwanted Still Images ..when unwanted still images are stored in the memory card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting Images”...

  • Page 28: D.s.c. Playback

    Fast-Forward (3) Button Play (4/6) Button Rewind (2) Button Stop (5) Button VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) [For Normal Playback] To display the next image Display 100-0010 10 / 24 10. 10. 01 100-0011 11 / 24 10.

  • Page 29: Index Screen

    Picture quality Index number Selected image < > E X I T I N D E X 100-DVC00003 Protect icon MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display V I DEO I NDEX Menu Screen SYSTE PROTE D I SPL DELE E MEMOR DPOF FORM Playback Screen INDEX Screen The images you shot can be displayed together with their...

  • Page 30: Jump Playback

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel JUMP Button Display JUMP MENU 10 / 50 / SET Index number Jump Playback When viewing still images stored in a memory card, you can call up directly an image you want to view by specifying its index number. Press JUMP during Normal Playback ( The Jump Screen appears.

  • Page 31: Protecting Images

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch) Display Menu Screen I NDEX PROTECT DELET DPOF FORM RETUR < > E X I T P R O T E C T PROTECT Index Screen Normal playback If Protection...

  • Page 32: Deleting Images

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch) Display < > NEXT D E L E T E DELE E SE ECT – CANCEL EXECUT E Deleting Images Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.
  • Page 33 MENU/BRIGHT Wheel TO DELETE ALL IMAGES Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg. 32. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ALL” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “EXECUTE” and press it. All the images are deleted. •To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “CANCEL”...

  • Page 34: Setting Print Information

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch) Display DPOF – SELECT AL L RESET DPOF AL L – CANCEL EXECUTE Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing, which records information about the still images you wish to print (such as the...
  • Page 35 MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display < > NEXT D P O F DPOF Screen 100-DVC00021 DPOF Confirmation Screen SE ECT – CANCEL EXECUTE TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND NO. OF PRINTS Perform steps 1 through 3 on pg. 34. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to selsect “SELECT” and press it.

  • Page 36: Initialising A Memory Card

    MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch) Display I NDEX PROTEC DELE E DPOF FORM CANCEL EXECUTE RETUR FO MAT FO MAT – CANCEL EXECUTE ERASE AL L EX ST I NG DATA? Initialising A Memory Card You can initialise a memory card anytime.

  • Page 37: Features

    ADVANCED FEATURES FOR RECORDING ... 38 – 45 Night-Scope ... 38 Programme AE With Special Effects ... 38 – 39 Fade/Wipe Effects ... 40 – 41 Snapshot (For Video Recording) ... 42 Auto Focus/Manual Focus ... 43 Exposure Control ... 44 Iris Lock ...

  • Page 38: For Recording

    NOTES: During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out: • Some modes of “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 38, 39), “Picture Wipe/Dissolve” ( pg. 40, 41). • “GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu pg.
  • Page 39 SHUTTER 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. 1/120–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.

  • Page 40: Fade/Wipe Effects

    Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. IMPORTANT: Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Programme AE with special effects ( pg.
  • Page 41 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — B.W MOSAIC WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE —...

  • Page 42: Snapshot (For Video Recording)

    SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Power Switch VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL810A/ DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only; open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Display SNAP MODE – P I N–UP FRAME FUL L MUL T I – 4 MUL T I – 9 GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/ DVL610A/DVL610SH only NOTES: To remove the shutter sound,...

  • Page 43: Auto Focus/Manual Focus

    Focus detection zone Auto Focus FEATURE: PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

  • Page 44: 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 45: White Balance Adjustment

    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, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.

  • Page 46: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Power Switch Display I PE FADER OF F Menu Screen PROGR AM AE . BAL AN E CAMER MANUA SYSTE REC M D I SPL SOUND ZOOM SNAP GA I N RETUR D I S BEEP...
  • Page 47 Menu Screen Explanations Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( WIPE/FADER Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( PROGRAM AE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance W.BALANCE Operation” ( Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your REC MODE preference ( Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is...
  • Page 48 WIND BEEP BEEP MELODY TALLY ID NUMBER (GR-DVL315A only) : Factory-preset NOTES: The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”. “ SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “...
  • Page 49 DEMO Automatic demonstration will not take place. MODE Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily.

  • Page 50: For Playback Menu

    USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Display V I DEO SOUND MODE SYSTE 12B I T MODE D I SPL SYNC RO MEMOR MODE COPY S / AV I N UT SOUND 12B I T SYNCH REC M S / AV...
  • Page 51 Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) Each setting is linked with “ “ SYSTEM”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ” ( pg. 48, 49). The parameters are the same as in the description on pg. 48, 49. pg.

  • Page 52: Dubbing

    Power Switch Connector cover** To S Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided) S-Video cable (optional) To AUDIO, VIDEO* and S-VIDEO IN connectors * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting the cables, open this cover. NOTES: As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV.

  • Page 53: Dubbing From A Vcr

    Power Switch Connector cover** To S Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided) S-Video cable (optional) To AUDIO, VIDEO* and S-VIDEO OUT connectors VCR (Playback deck) * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting the cables, open this cover. Dubbing From A VCR [To use this camcorder as a recorder: GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/...

  • Page 54: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector

    DV connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 55: (Gr-Dvl810A/Dvl710A/Dvl610A/Dvl610Sh Only)

    SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Power Switch Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Display “ ” Dubbing Images Stored In A Memory Card To A Tape (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) Images can be dubbed from a memory card to a tape. Load a memory card ( pg.

  • Page 56: Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (Gr-Dvl810A/Dvl710A/Dvl610A/Dvl610Sh Only)

    SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Power Switch Display COPY – OF F Play/Pause Button (4/6) VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.) Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) Images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card . Load a memory card ( Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen memory card.

  • Page 57: Using The Remote Control Unit

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT – – Remote sensor Transmitted beam effective area 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 58 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Buttons Infrared beam transmitting window Zoom (T/W) Buttons DISPLAY Button SHIFT Button SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons Left/Right Buttons REW Button FADE/WIPE Button EFFECT ON/OFF Button EFFECT Button PAUSE IN Connector START/STOP Button MBR SET Button SNAPSHOT Button Up Button INSERT Button Down Button...

  • Page 59: Slow-Motion Playback

    Remote sensor SLOW Forward Button SLOW Rewind Button PLAY EFFECT PAUSE ON/OFF EFFECT PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu Playback Special Effects FEATURE: PURPOSE: To allow you to add creative effects to the video playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT.

  • Page 60: Playback Zoom

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Remote sensor SHIFT Left Button Right Button PLAY STOP Normal playback Press T To move image, press (Right) while keeping SHIFT held down. FEATURE: PURPOSE: To magnify the recorded image up to 50X at any time during playback.

  • Page 61: Random Assemble Editing

    BUTTONS (A) (B) 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 another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

  • Page 62: Make Connections

    ..connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A. EDIT connector ..connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector.
  • Page 63 Programme MODE Random Assemble – – – – : – – ~ Editing Menu T I ME CODE – – : – – TOTAL 0 : 00 Remote sensor FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL NOTES: When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.
  • Page 64 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Recording Start/Stop Button MODE 00 : 2 5 ~ 02 : 05 – – 07 : 18 ~ 08 : 31 – – – – – – 0 3 : 33 ~ 05 : 53 09 : 30 ~ 13 : 15 15 :...

  • Page 65: For More Accurate Editing

    Programme 1 MODE Random Assemble – – – – : – – ~ Editing Menu T I ME CODE – – : – – TOTAL 0 : 00 VIDEO Menu SYNCH – O . 1 GR-DVL810A/ DVL710A/ DVL610A/ DVL610SH only Remote sensor NOTES: Before performing actual Random Assemble...

  • Page 66: Audio Dubbing

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Display Speaker Remote sensor Audio Dubbing Audio Dub Standby The audio track can be customized only when recorded in mode the 12-bit mode ( NOTES: Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.

  • Page 67: Insert Editing

    Lock Button Power Switch Display 12 : 34 Remote sensor START/STOP INSERT PLAY STOP PAUSE Insert Editing (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged.

  • Page 68: System Connections

    DV connector-equipped capture board. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the capture board.

  • Page 69: Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector

    Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected units. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. pg. 54), which ” while...

  • Page 70: References

    REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ... 71 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 72 – 76 USER MAINTENANCE ... 77 INDEX ... 78 – 84 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 78 – 79 Indications ... 80 – 84 CAUTIONS ... 85 – 87 TERMS ... 88 – 89 SPECIFICATIONS ...

  • Page 71: Details

    DETAILS I T E M S ➪ ❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and Power pg. 8) ❍ Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack. ❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the ❍...

  • Page 72: 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 Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
  • Page 73 SYMPTOM 9. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 10. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. 11. The image taken using Snapshot is too bright. 12. Digital Zoom does not work. 13. The Black & White Fader does not work. 14.
  • Page 74 SYMPTOM 16. The picture wipe function does not work. 17. Scene transition does not go as expected. 18. The Video Echo mode does not work. 19. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 20.
  • Page 75 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 28. • The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 29. • This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 42. • To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (...

  • Page 77: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. •Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically.

  • Page 78: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 3 4 5 6 7 &...
  • Page 79 S-Video Input (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/ DVL610A/DVL610SH only)/ Output Connector [S] ... •PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) Connector (GR-DVL315A only) ... •USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/ DVL610A/DVL610SH only) ... Connect to a USB-equipped computer to download the entire contents of a memory card in only 80 seconds using the provided software.

  • Page 80: Indications

    LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only SOUND LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) F I NE LP 50 3 4 5 6 10 / 100 INDEX Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode. Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect. Rotates while the tape is running.
  • Page 81 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ • : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged. • : Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted.
  • Page 82 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback SEARCH LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) Displays the sound mode. Displays the Blank Search mode. Displays the tape speed. Appears while a tape is running. Displays the date/time. BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD VOLUME : Displays the speaker volume.

  • Page 83: Warning Indications

    Appears when the date/time is not set. Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.

  • Page 84: Index

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

  • Page 85: Cautions

    Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- hausted.

  • Page 86: Lcd Monitor

    Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use ..make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark..be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals.
  • Page 87 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 88: Terms

    AC Adapter ... Analogue Input ... Audio Dubbing ... Auto Date ... Auto Focus ... Auto Playback ... Auto Shut off ... Backlight Compensation ... Battery Low ... Battery Pack ... Beep ... Blank Search ... Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Channels (Left/Right) ...
  • Page 89 Picture Quality Mode ... Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... Power Switch Position ... Printer ... Programme AE With Special Effects ... Protecting Images ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ... Record-Standby ... Recording Mode ... Remote Control ...

  • Page 90: Specifications

    For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewfinder off Video light 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 91: Specifications

    Output Input USB (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) (GR-DVL315A only) EDIT (GR-DVL810A/DVL710A/DVL610A/DVL610SH only) JLIP (GR-DVL315A only) AC Adapter AP-V10ED or AP-V10A Power requirement Output Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
  • Page 92 ®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan A-C/SH 0201HOV...

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