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Summary of Contents for JVC GR-DVL9800

Page 1: Table Of Contents
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL9800 GR-DVL9700 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 5 GETTING STARTED RECORDING 16 – 43 Basic Recording For Video ... 16 Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ...
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 ... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats..remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)
Page 4: Provided Accessories
(Already inserted in the camcorder) • Cable Adapter •JLIP Cable (Both plugs have 3 rings around the pin.) •PC Connection Cable •DV Cable (GR-DVL9800 only) •DC Cord •Shoulder Strap •Lens Protector (Already attached to the camcorder) •Core Filter (for optional DV cable, GR-DVL9700 only) •Core Filter x 2...
Page 5: Automatic Demonstration
•Wind the cable so that it is not slack. NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder. AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).
Page 6: Getting Started
Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack. To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio. If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.
Page 7: Using The Battery Pack
BATT. RELEASE Button ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. INFORMATION: VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Page 8: Shoulder Strap Attachment
•Some tripods are not equipped with studs. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small- sized tripod. (cont.) ”...
Page 9: Display Menu
However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,...
Page 10: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again. When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover.
Page 11: Recording Mode Setting
It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound. ” while pressing down...
Page 12: Loading A Multimediacard
MultiMediaCard, consult its manufacturer or dealer. To Unload A MultiMediaCard ..in step 3 push the MultiMediaCard, which then comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it out and close the card cover. ATTENTION: Do not insert/remove the MultiMediaCard while the...
Page 13: Picture Quality Mode Setting
Set the Power Switch to “ Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “...
Page 14: Operation Mode
To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully. When setting the Power Switch, press and hold the Lock Button. Power lamp According to the Power Switch position you have selected, “F.AUTO”...
Page 15 Shooting Mode Dial The following indications appear in the upper left corner, depending on the Shooting Mode Dial position. DUAL DUAL : When set to “DUAL” No display : When set to “VIDEO” : When set to “PS” : When set to “VGA” : When set to “XGA”...
Page 16: Basic Recording For Video
Press PUSH-OPEN and open the LCD monitor fully. Tilt it upward/ downward for best viewability. Display •The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Tape remaining time indicator Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.
Page 17: Journalistic Shooting
5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded. If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then back to “...
Page 18: Snapshot (For Video Recording)
Snapshot mode FUL L RECORDING Snapshot (For Video Recording) Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
Page 19: Snapshot Search
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 NEGA/POSI Nega/Posi mode* * There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. When the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “PS”, snapshot recording will be performed with higher quality ( pg.
Page 20: Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.s.c.)
Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) Basic Shooting (Snapshot) Power Switch You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images shot with the Shooting Mode Dial set to “VGA” or “XGA” ( the MultiMediaCard.
Page 21 If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off automatically to save power. To perform shooting again, close the LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the viewfinder, push back it in and pull it out again.
Page 22: Basic Recording For Video And D.s.c
Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW 1 0 xW 20xW Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 1 0 xW Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever Power Switch RECORDING Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous 40xW change in image magnification.
Page 23 When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A Tape”...
Page 24: Advanced Features For Video And D.s.c
LCD monitor fully. To start Progressive Mode Recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button. To End Progressive Mode Recording ..press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. NOTES: Lock Button When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is played back, the image may not look natural.
Page 25 Description of Progressive Scan CCD Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of outputting 50 full Frames* per second —...
Page 26 RECORDING SNAPSHOT Button Video image Still image Shooting Mode Dial DUAL Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Dual Shooting Power Switch Lets you record images on a tape and store still images in a MultiMediaCard simultaneously. In other words, it is possible to store still images in the MultiMediaCard without interrupting image recording on the tape.
Page 27: Manual 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 28: High Speed Recording
The screen may jitter. Normal Record- Standby It is possible to copy scenes recorded in High Speed Recording mode from this camcorder only to another GR-DVL9800. During High Speed Recording, the following functions are disabled: Fade/Wipe effects ( Programme AE with special effects (other than “TWI- LIGHT”...
Page 29: Progressive Slow-Motion Playback
Forward and only up to 1 minute in Slow Rewind. If a tape recorded in High Speed Recording mode is dubbed between 2 video units (except when the player is GR-DVL9800 or GR-DVL9700 and the recorder is GR-DVL9800), Progressive Slow-Motion Playback of the dubbed tape is not possible.
Page 30: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
Sub Menu Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment Power Switch This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Lock Button Set the Power Switch to “...
Page 31 Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE, STANDARD or ECONOMY) depending QUALITY on your preference ( This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06. NUMBER NOTE: The “...
Page 32 NOTES: If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off. If “DEMO. MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.
Page 33 •When the date is changed during playback. The date/time does not appear. The date/time is always displayed. TIME Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame CODE numbers are not displayed during recording. Time code is not displayed.
Page 34: Snapshot Flash
Although images shot with a flash tend to look whiter than they actually are, to compensate for this the camcorder automatically darkens the picture when using the flash. When shooting a subject at a distance where the flash light cannot reach (over approx. 2 m), push down the flash to prevent the picture from becoming too dark.
Page 35: Flash Brightness Adjustment
Flash Brightness Adjustment When a snapshot ( pg. 18, 20) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash ( pg. 34) and adjusts the brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash brightness manually. When you find that the snapshots you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.
Page 36 Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Self-Timer Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding MENU/BRIGHT the final touch to a memorable picture.
Page 37 •“5S MODE” appears. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode. •Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button again within 5 seconds after recording starts, Record-Standby mode is not engaged.
Page 38: Picture Wipe Or Dissolve Selection
If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording (without having turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene wipes out, revealing the new scene. ” while pressing down...
Page 39 The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre toward the top and bottom of the screen. When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the effect used in scene transition (from , and ).
Page 40: Programme Ae With Special Effects
RECORDING IMPORTANT: Some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects ( pg. 39). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. Shooting Mode Dial Display P. A 1/50 1/50 1/100 1/100 1/250...
Page 41 White Balance ( pg. 43) is initially set to but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.
Page 42: Exposure Control
RECORDING 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. •When the background is overly dark or the subject light.
Page 43: White Balance Adjustment
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. Set the Power Switch to “...
Page 44: Still Playback
1) Press 4/6 during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.
Page 45: Slow Motion Playback
MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel SLOW Button Play/Pause Button (4/6) Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) Stop Button (5) Slow-Motion Playback: search in the forward direction. 1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press SLOW more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx.
Page 46: Advanced Features For Video
Sub Menu. Menu Screen Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete. GR-DVL9800 Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and only press it twice to close the Menu Screen. SOUND MODE...
Page 47: 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. 46, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
Page 48: Normal Playback
Displays the index number of the image file ( PLAYBACK Normal Playback Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the MultiMediaCard. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album.
Page 49: Index Playback
Picture Quality mode Directory and File names Index number Selected image EXIT INDEX 100-DVC00003 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 3 E 0 0 4 F 0 0 5 F 0 0 6 F Power Switch Lock Button INDEX SCREEN Button Playback Screen...
Page 50: Advanced Features For D.s.c
Display E X I T P R O T E C T 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 3 E 0 0 4 F 0 0 5 F 0 0 6 F Normal playback If Protection is removed E X I T P R O T E C T...
Page 51: Deleting Images
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Display E X I T D E L E T E DELETE Index Screen 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 3 E 0 0 4 F 0 0 5 F 0 0 6 F Deletion Confirmation...
Page 52 Superimposing A Print Frame MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel A selection of print frames are stored in the camcorder. A frame can be superimposed over a still image. Play back an image stored in the MultiMediaCard. Press PRINT FRAME. The Print Frame Index Screen appears.
Page 53 “CANCEL” and press it. CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the MultiMediaCard may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation.
Page 54 If print frames created on a PC have not been transferred to a MultiMediaCard, it is not possible to delete them using these steps. The print frames in the camcorder’s memory cannot be deleted. ” while pressing ” and press it.
Page 55 MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Display Menu Screen Deletion Confirmation Screen TO DELETE ALL PRINT FRAMES Perform steps 1 through 4 on pag. 54. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ALL” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and press it.
Page 56: Setting Print Information (Dpof Setting)
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel 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 number of prints to make).
Page 57 MENU/ BRIGHT Wheel Display EXIT DPOF DPOF Screen 100-DVC00021 0 1 9 0 2 0 0 2 1 0 2 3 0 2 2 0 2 4 Confirmation Screen TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND NO. OF PRINTS Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 56. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELECTED”...
Page 58: Connections
These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible only with regular video signal To AV Connector cover* * When connecting the cables, open this cover.
Page 59 It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 7). Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
Page 60: Advanced Connections
Connection To A Personal Power Switch Computer This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.
Page 61: Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector
7). For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected To DV only to one device at a time. The GR-DVL9800 can be connector used as both a player and a recorder. The GR-DVL9700 can be used only as a player (...
Page 62: Dubbing
** When connecting the cables, open this cover. NOTES: Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference. Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
Page 63 ( NOTES: Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference. To use an output cable adapter (commercially available), refer to its instructions.
Page 64: Digital Dubbing Of Recorded Images/Sounds Between Tapes
It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 7). 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 65 It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 7). 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 66: Dubbing Images Stored In A Multimediacard To A Tape
Recording Start/ Stop Button Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) Display Dubbing Images Stored In A MultiMediaCard To A Tape Images can be dubbed from a MultiMediaCard to a tape. Load a MultiMediaCard ( Set the Power Switch to “ the Lock Button located on the switch.
Page 67: Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Multimediacard
Power Switch MENU/BRIGHT Wheel SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button – GR-DVL9800 only INDEX SCREEN Button Play/Pause Button (4/6) Display Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard Images can be dubbed from a tape to a MultiMediaCard. Load a MultiMediaCard ( pg.
Page 68: Using The Remote Control Unit
Remote sensor USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible.
Page 69 A. DUB Button PLAY Button & FF Button STOP Button PAUSE Button R.A.EDIT Buttons * This function is unavailable with this camcorder. With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to the camera position (“ ” or “ ”) . Transmits the beam signal.
Page 70: Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback And Playback Zoom
2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in. 3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down...
Page 71: Effect On/Off
To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. 3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.
Page 72: Random Assemble Editing
RM-V716U (provided) VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME (A) (B) IMPORTANT PHILIPS 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 73: Make Connections
... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the Menu Screen ( RM-V716U remote control. For GR-DVL9800 owners: Make sure to set “AV/ S-VIDEO” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder.
Page 74 Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total programme time exactly. Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black &...
Page 75: Automatic Editing To Vcr
EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
Page 76: For More Accurate Editing
Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing Editing Menu for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
Page 77 (Recording deck) ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “...
Page 78: Audio Dubbing
LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops and “ERROR! REFER MANUAL” appears. For GR-DVL9800 owners: To perform Audio Dubbing with a video unit connected to the camcorder’s AV connector, first set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “ON” in the Menu Screen ( unit using optional headphones.
Page 79: 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 Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
Page 80 •If blinks, the flash is being charged. •Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi- Analyser 9 is selected. •The camcorder is in the Record mode. •In the Menu Screen, “GAIN UP” is set to “OFF” or “P.AE/ EFFECT” is set to “TWI- LIGHT”.
Page 81 SYMPTOM 15. The image taken using Snapshot is too bright. 16. Digital Zoom does not work. 17. Programme AE with special effects and Fade/ Wipe Effects do not work. 18. The Black & White Fader does not work. 19. The Dissolve function does not work.
Page 82 20. •Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated pg. 38). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 38). •The camcorder automati-...
Page 83 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 33. •The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 34. •This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
Page 84 41. The LCD monitor image is distorted. 42. Images on the LCD monitor are jittery. 43. For GR-DVL9800 owners: There is no playback picture on the connected 44. Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
Page 85 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 48. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (...
Page 86: Index
t y u i o INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators &...
Page 87: Other Parts
No sound is output from the speaker when headphones are connected to this connector. External Stereo Microphone Input Connector [MIC] ... Audio/Video Input/Output Connector: GR-DVL9800 Audio/Video Output Connector: GR-DVL9700 [AV] ... To connect cables to the following connectors open the LCD monitor.
Page 88: Indications
• 5S MODE/ANIM. MODE: Displays the 5 second recording mode or Animation recording mode. Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. Displays the Time Code. Function Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 3 modes available: FINE, STD (Standard) and ECO.
Page 89 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording Displays the power switch position. Displays the shooting mode position. Appears when backlight or spotlight compensation is used. Appears when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO Appears when the white balance is adjusted. Appears when the exposure is adjusted.
Page 90 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback – LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback – 1 0 0 – 0 0 0 1 INDEX Indications (cont.) Function Displays the sound mode. Appears blinking during Snapshot Search. Displays the tape speed. Appears while a tape is running. : Playback 3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search 2 : Rewind/Shuttle search...
Page 91: Warning Indications
When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove GUARD MODE the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. REMOVE AND When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, REATTACH consult your nearest JVC dealer. BATTERY Function ”...
Page 92: After Use
After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then swing the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automati- cally. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.
Page 93: Cautions
CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- hausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the following batteries: R03 (AAA) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
Page 94: Lcd Monitor
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT ..push it strongly or apply any shocks..place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom. 2. To prolong service life . . .
Page 95 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 96: Terms
Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Connections ... Darken The LCD Monitor ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Deleting Images ...
Page 97 Picture Quality Mode ... Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... Power Switch Position ... Print Frame Deletion ... Printer ... Programme AE With Special Effects ... Progressive Mode ... Progressive Slow-Motion Playback ... Progressive Wide ... Protecting Images ...
Page 98: Specifications
FINE STANDARD ECONOMY (with an optional MultiMediaCard [8 MB]) FINE STANDARD ECONOMY Camcorder : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) : Approx. 4.4 W : Approx. 5.2 W : 77 mm x 94 mm x 142 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) : Approx.
Page 99: Specifications
For Connectors S-VIDEO Output Input (GR-DVL9800 only) Video output Video input (GR-DVL9800 only) Audio output Audio input (GR-DVL9800 only) Input/output (GR-DVL9800 only) Output (GR-DVL9700 only) PHONE Headphone output External microphone input PC (DIGITAL STILL) Digital still output JLIP/EDIT PRINTER AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK...

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