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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL157
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
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
BASIC RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
BASIC RECORDING ....... 16 – 20
BASIC PLAYBACK ......... 21 – 24
ADVANCED
FEATURES
FOR RECORDING ........... 26 – 33
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED
ADJUSTMENT .............. 34 – 39
DUBBING .................... 40 – 41
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ........... 42 – 51
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ... 52 – 53
REFERENCES
DETAILS .............................. 55
TROUBLESHOOTING ....... 56 – 60
USER MAINTENANCE .............. 61
INDEX ........................ 62 – 66
CAUTIONS ................... 67 – 69
TERMS ............................... 70
SPECIFICATIONS .................... 71
ENGLISH
6
7 – 14
15 – 24
25 – 53
54 – 71
LYT0813-001A

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA CONTENTS AUTOMATIC GR-DVL157 DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED 7 – 14 BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK 15 – 24 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): BASIC RECORDING ..16 – 20 http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html...

  • 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 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 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

    PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •AC Adapter •Remote Control Unit •Battery Pack AP-V10EG RM-V717U BN-V408U •Power Cord •Shoulder Strap •Lens Cap (Already attached to the camcorder) •AAA (R03) Battery x 2 •Core Filter x 1 • CD-ROM (for remote control unit) (for optional S-Video cable) pg.

  • Page 6: Demonstration

    How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the Core Filter to an optional cable ( pg. 5). The Core Filter reduces interference. 3 cm Stopper Wind once Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. Close the Core Filter until it stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core clicks shut.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ..........8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ......... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ........10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ......11 Tripod Mounting .......... 11 Date/Time Settings........12 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......13 Recording Mode Setting ......... 14...

  • Page 8: Power

    GETTING STARTED (cont.) Power BAT. RELEASE Switch 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 Tilt the viewfinder upward .

  • Page 9: Power

    AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80EK 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

    GETTING STARTED (cont.) Power Zoom Lever 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. Be sure to fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.

  • Page 11: Shoulder Strap Attachment

    Shoulder Strap Attachment Make sure the battery pack is removed. Following the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet , then fold it back and thread it through the buckle . Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet located under the Grip Strap .

  • Page 12: Date/Time Settings

    GETTING STARTED (cont.) Date/Time Settings MENU/BRIGHT Wheel The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its Power Lamp display can be turned on or off during playback pg. 38, 39). Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 13: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    Loading/Unloading A Cassette Erase protection tab* The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Make sure the Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the window side is arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it facing out.

  • Page 14: Recording Mode Setting

    GETTING STARTED (cont.) Recording Mode Setting MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Power Lamp Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in.

  • Page 15: Playback

    BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS BASIC RECORDING ......16 – 20 Basic Recording ........16 Journalistic Shooting ........ 17 Self-Recording ........17 Operation Mode ........17 Zooming ..........18 Video Light .......... 19 Time Code ..........20 BASIC PLAYBACK ......

  • Page 16: Basic Recording

    BASIC RECORDING Basic Recording Power lamp Power Switch NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. Power ( pg. 8) Grip Adjustment ( pg. 10) Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 10) Load A Cassette ( pg.

  • Page 17: Journalistic Shooting

    JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING In some situations, different shooting angles may Self-Recording provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward). SELF-RECORDING You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.

  • Page 18: Zooming

    BASIC RECORDING (cont.) Zoom in (T: Telephoto) Zooming FEATURE: PURPOSE: 1 x W 10 x W To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous 20 x W change in image magnification. 40 x W OPERATION: Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”. Zoom Out Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

  • Page 19: Video Light

    27) is materials. engaged, the light will not activate. It is recommended that you consult your • While the “Night-Scope” mode ( pg. 26) is nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video engaged, the light will not activate. light.

  • Page 20: Time Code

    BASIC RECORDING (cont.) 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: Basic Playback

    BASIC PLAYBACK Normal Playback Load a tape ( pg. 13). Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/6. Lock Button •To stop playback, press 5. •Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape Power Switch during Stop mode.

  • Page 22: Connections

    BASIC PLAYBACK (cont.) Connections Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable. Connector cover* S-Video cable To TV or VCR To S (optional) To S-VIDEO IN Audio/Video cable To AV White to [mini-plug to RCA AUDIO L IN** plug] (provided) Red to AUDIO R IN** Yellow to...
  • Page 23 NOTES: Make sure all units are turned off. It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 9). Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as To monitor the picture and sound from the shown in the illustration ( pg.

  • Page 24: Blank Search

    BASIC PLAYBACK (cont.) Blank Search BLANK SEARCH Button Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( pg. 20). Load a tape ( pg. 13). Set the Power Switch to “ ”...

  • Page 25: Features

    ADVANCED FEATURES ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS FOR RECORDING ..........26 – 33 Night-Scope ............. 26 Programme AE With Special Effects ......26 – 27 Fade/Wipe Effects ..........28 – 29 Snapshot ..............30 Auto Focus/Manual Focus ..........31 Exposure Control ............32 Iris Lock ..............

  • Page 26: For Recording

    FOR RECORDING Night-Scope NOTES: During Night-Scope, the following functions Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they or settings cannot be activated and its would be under good natural lighting. Although the indicator blinks or goes out: recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing •...
  • Page 27 SHUTTER MONOTONE 1/50–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a Like black and white films, your footage is shot in second. Black bands that usually appear when B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it shooting a TV screen become narrower. enhances the “classic film”...

  • Page 28: Fade/Wipe Effects

    FOR RECORDING (cont.) Fade/Wipe Effects FADE/WIPE SELECTION ( These effects let you make pro-style scene Fade or Wipe works when recording is started or when transitions. Use them to spice up the transition you stop recording. from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene.
  • Page 29 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu Effect Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER — WHITE Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER — BLACK Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out FADER —...

  • Page 30: Snapshot

    FOR RECORDING (cont.) Snapshot SNAPSHOT Button This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in.

  • Page 31: Auto Focus/Manual Focus

    While focusing on a further While focusing on a nearer Focus detection zone subject subject 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 32: Exposure Control

    FOR RECORDING (cont.) Exposure Control Iris Lock Use this function in the following situations: Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the • When shooting a moving subject. following situations: • When the distance to the subject changes (so its • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), background is too bright.

  • Page 33: White Balance Adjustment

    White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation A term that refers to the correctness of colour Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under reproduction under various lighting. If the white various types of lighting. balance is correct, all other colours will be Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance accurately reproduced.

  • Page 34: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT For Recording Menu MENU/BRIGHT Wheel This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 35 – 37) . Set the Power Switch to “ ”...
  • Page 35 Menu Screen Explanations Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 28, 29). WIPE/FADER Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 26, 27). PROGRAM AE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance W.BALANCE Operation” ( pg. 33). Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your REC MODE preference ( pg.
  • Page 36 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.) Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the TELE MACRO zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting.
  • Page 37 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 38: For Playback Menu

    USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.) For Playback Menu MENU/BRIGHT Wheel The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( pg. 50). Power Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down Switch the Lock Button located on the switch. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in.

  • Page 39: 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. 38, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.

  • Page 40: Dubbing

    DUBBING Dubbing To A VCR Power Switch Connector Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and cover** the VCR. Also refer to pg. 22 and 23. Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

  • Page 41: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped

    DV connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder . . .

  • Page 42: 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. Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two ”AAA (R03)”...
  • Page 43 & Functions With the camcorder’s Power With the camcorder’s Power Buttons Switch set to the camera position Switch set to “ ”. (“ ” or “ ”) . Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal. Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out ( pg.

  • Page 44: Slow-Motion Playback

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Remote sensor Slow-Motion Playback FEATURE: PURPOSE: To allow slow-speed search in either direction during playback. OPERATION: 1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx.

  • Page 45: Playback Zoom

    Remote sensor Playback Zoom FEATURE: PURPOSE: To magnify the recorded image up to 30X at any time during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest. 2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor.

  • Page 46: Random Assemble Editing

    NAME (A) (B) Editing. AKAI 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. BLAUPUNKT NOTES: DAEWOO If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try FERGUSON another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

  • Page 47: Make Connections

    ..connect the editing cable to the Remote To AV PAUSE connector. A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause To JLIP connector but equipped with an R.A. EDIT connector ..connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT...
  • Page 48 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) SELECT SCENES Programme Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote MODE Random Assemble – – – – : – – ~ sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/ Editing Menu OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

  • Page 49: Automatic Editing To Vcr

    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 50: For More Accurate Editing

    USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) For More Accurate Editing Programme 1 Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to MODE Random Assemble 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...

  • Page 51: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing Display Audio Dub Standby The audio track can be customized only when recorded in mode the 12-bit mode ( pg. 35). 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 52: System Connections

    Connect the camcorder to your PC using the When using a DV cable, be sure to use the appropriate cable as shown in the illustration. optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “...

  • Page 53: 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. To PC connector...

  • Page 54: References

    REFERENCES REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ..........55 TROUBLESHOOTING ......56 – 60 USER MAINTENANCE ......61 INDEX ........62 – 66 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ..62 – 63 Indications ........64 – 66 CAUTIONS ........67 – 69 TERMS ..........70 SPECIFICATIONS ........

  • Page 55: Details

    DETAILS I T E M S N O T E S Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and Power 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If pg. 8) the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
  • Page 57 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 9. The image taken using 9. • Shooting was performed 9. • Press the BACKLIGHT Button Snapshot is too dark. under backlit conditions. pg. 32). 10. The image taken using 10. • The subject is too bright. 10.
  • Page 58 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 15. The picture wipe function 15. • The Slow Shutter mode is 15. • Disengage the Slow Shutter does not work. activated. mode or set “WIDE MODE” • “WIDE MODE” is not set to to “OFF”...
  • Page 59 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 26. The rear of the LCD monitor 26. • The light used to illuminate 26. • Close the LCD monitor to turn is hot.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 38. The charger indicator on the 38. • The temperature of the battery 38. • To protect the battery, it is camcorder does not light.

  • Page 61: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE After Use Cleaning The Camcorder Turn off the camcorder. To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover with a dry cloth.

  • Page 62: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators & 3 4 5 6 7...

  • Page 63: Video Light Switch

    Controls J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)] ..........pg. 47 Monitor Open Button Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR [PUSH OPEN] ........pg. 16 to control it from the computer using the provided Software. Dioptre Adjustment Control ....pg.

  • Page 64: Indications

    INDEX Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording 40 x & Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ”. Appears during zooming. pg. 17) Zoom level indicator pg. 18) • : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged. Displays the recording mode (SP or LP). pg.

  • Page 65: Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback

    LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback SEARCH Displays the sound mode. pg. 38, 39) Displays the date/time. pg. 38, 39) Displays the Blank Search mode. pg. 24) BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor. pg. 16) Displays the tape speed. pg.

  • Page 66: Index

    Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set SET DATE/TIME! 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. LENS CAP Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.

  • Page 67: Cautions

    It is recommended that you consult your nearest ..do not modify or disassemble. JVC dealer for replacing the video light..do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.

  • Page 68: Main Unit

    CAUTIONS (cont.) Cassettes Main Unit To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to 1. For safety, DO NOT . . . read the following cautions: ..open the camcorder’s chassis..disassemble or modify the unit. 1. During use ..
  • Page 69 Serious malfunctioning If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit Mechanical moving parts used to move the video immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

  • Page 70: Terms

    TERMS AC Adapter ............pg. 8, 9 Night-Scope ............pg. 26 Audio Dubbing ........... pg. 51 Auto Date ............pg. 37 Picture Wipe/Dissolve ........pg. 28, 29 Auto Focus ............pg. 31 Playback Special Effects ........pg. 44 Auto Shut off ..........pg.

  • Page 71: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply : DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 4.3 W LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 5.3 W Video light : Approx.
  • Page 72 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0101HOV...

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