DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVX10 GR-DVX9 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 – 39 Basic Recording For Video ... 16 Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ..
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the Docking Station is on its bottom. This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
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Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) connected, then leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
MultiMediaNavigator JLIP Video Capture JLIP Video Producer Picture Navigator (for Windows Picture Navigator (for Macintosh CardNavigator Video Player JVC Video Decoder Mr. Photo Gold Mr. Photo PhotoAlbum ProImage Plus • JLIP Cable (Both plugs have 3 rings around the pin.) •PC Connection Cable...
•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).
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.
BATT. RELEASE Switch 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.
Tripod Mounting 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. GETTING STARTED Separate the Velcro strip.
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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,...
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.
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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. ” and set the POWER...
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...
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Lock Button located on the switch and set the MODE Dial to “ ”, then open the LCD monitor fully. The POWER lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press IMAGE SIZE/RES. until the desired mode appears.
To turn on the camcorder, set the POWER Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. POWER Switch POWER Lamp Lock Button Operation Switch When the POWER Switch is set to “...
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The following indications appear in the upper left corner, depending on the MODE Dial position. DUAL DUAL : When set to “ ” No display : When set to “VIDEO” PS : When set to “ ” XGA or VGA : When set to “...
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure time indicator the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD (Approximate) monitor fully. •The POWER lamp lights and the camcorder enters 3 min the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed. Press START/STOP. “ 2 min (Blinking) in progress.
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape.
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Basic Recording For Video (cont.) ”, then set the ”. Pull out the viewfinder recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. pg. 30. “BEEP/TALLY” on pg. 27.
( pg. 13). There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. Basic Shooting (Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.
Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW 1 0 xW 20xW Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 1 0 x W Approximate zoom ratio POWER Switch Power Zoom Lever 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.
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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”...
LCD monitor fully. To start Progressive Mode Recording, press START/ STOP. To End Progressive Mode Recording ..press START/STOP. The camcorder enters the Record- Standby mode. NOTES: When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is played back, the image may not look natural.
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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 —...
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RECORDING FOCUS Button (3) POWER Switch SNAPSHOT Button MENU Wheel Video image Still image Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Dual Shooting 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.
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.
Sub Menu Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Set the Operation Switch to “...
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Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. 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.
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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.
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The date/time is always displayed. TIME Time code is not displayed. CODE Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. Allows you to set the current date and time ( CLOCK ADJ.
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 or becoming too tinted.
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Flash Brightness Adjustment When a snapshot ( pg. 18, 19) is taken in the dark the camcorder fires the flash ( pg. 30) 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.
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Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.) Self-Timer POWER Switch Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding the final touch to a memorable picture. Set the Operation Switch to “...
... instead of pressing START/STOP in step 6, select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen, then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second still pg. 18). When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” ( this function is not available.
”. 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 ”, then set the ”.
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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 ).
39) 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. The flash does not fire in this mode.
Use a headphone set to hear the sound effect. To cancel recording the sound effect midway ..press DIGITAL SOUND again. The camcorder stops recording the sound effect and the sound effect indication disappears. NOTES: Sound effects can also be used for Audio Dubbing pg.
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. •...
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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 Operation Switch to “...
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.
“REC MODE” in the “VIDEO MENU” when using this camcorder as a recorder during digital dubbing (GR-DVX10 only BLANK SRCH Helps find a blank portion of tape when you want to record from the middle of a tape ( pg.
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. 41, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
... press 5. NOTES: In step 5, if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction.
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Record-Standby mode will be automatically cancelled. Refer to the instruction manual of the provided software, CardNavigator, Video Player and JVC Video Decoder. Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder, however, this noise is not...
Displays the index number of the image file ( previous image 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.
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Type of file Directory and File names Index number Selected file EXIT IMAGE 100-DVC00003 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 4 F 0 0 5 F POWER Switch MENU Wheel PLAYBACK Index Screen Picture Quality/Size mode: Appears only The files you stored can be displayed together with their when displaying still index information.
INDEX Button Display Playback Screen Still image E X I T I M A G E 100-DVC00001 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 3 0 0 4 0 0 5 0 0 6 Video clip E X I T E - C L I P 100-DVC00001 0 0 1...
POWER Switch MENU Wheel Display – – E X I T P R O T E C T 0 0 1 F 0 0 2 S 0 0 3 S 0 0 4 F 0 0 5 F 0 0 6 F Normal playback If Protection is removed E X I T...
Screen CAUTION: Do not remove the MultiMediaCard or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the MultiMediaCard may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion.
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•To cancel initialisation, rotate the MENU wheel to select “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 Confirmation Adapter/Charger, as the MultiMediaCard may be...
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0 0 5 0 0 6 Superimposing A Print Frame 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.
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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.
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POWER Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen – – RY MENU Deletion Confirmation Screen TO DELETE ALL PRINT FRAMES Perform steps 1 through 4 on pag. 52. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “ALL” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “EXECUTE”...
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PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.) 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 Lock Button number of prints to make).
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POWER Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel Display EXIT DPOF DPOF Screen 100-DVC00021 0 1 9 0 2 0 0 2 1 0 2 2 0 2 3 0 2 4 RY MENU Confirmation Screen TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES AND NO.
1 Align the direction stud and screw on the Docking Station with the stud hole and tripod mounting socket on the camcorder. 2 Tighten the screw. •When removing the camcorder, loosen the screw and detach the camcorder. To TV or VCR Cable Adapter (provided) Set to Y/C * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
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AUDIO R IN* To S-VIDEO IN 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.
CONNECTIONS Connection To A Personal 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.
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Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg. 7). For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time. The GR-DVX10 can be used as both a player and a recorder. The GR-DVX9 can be used only as a player (...
VCR and camcorder when finished. NOTES: When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the To AUDIO, ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter VIDEO* reduces interference. You can use the AV OUT connector on the camcorder for connectors connection.
Screen to disengage the analogue input mode pg. 41). NOTES: When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference. To use an output cable adapter (commercially avail- able), refer to its instructions.
69) or “Snapshot” is attempted during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV OUT connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. (cont.) ”...
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.
Rewind Button (2) Fast-Forward Button (3) SNAPSHOT Button Display " Dubbing Images Stored In A MultiMediaCard To A Tape Images can be dubbed from a MultiMediaCard to a tape. Load a MultiMediaCard ( POWER Switch Set the POWER Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch.
MENU Wheel POWER Switch Lock Button SNAPSHOT Button – GR-DVX10 only Display Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard Images can be dubbed from a tape to a MultiMediaCard. Load a MultiMediaCard ( pg. 10). Set the POWER Switch to “...
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.
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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 (“ ”). Transmits the beam signal. Zoom in/out ( pg.
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...
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. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. 3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.
MBR SET 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...
... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the Menu Screen ( remote control. For GR-DVX10 owners: Make sure to set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “OUT” in the Menu Screen ( When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
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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 &...
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.
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.
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MENU Dial Display 1 . 0 GR-DVX10 only – (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 the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears.
LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops pg. 91). For GR-DVX10 owners: To perform Audio Dubbing with a video unit connected to the camcorder’s AV connector, first set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “IN” in the Menu Screen pg.
Display Audio Dub Standby mode EXPLOS I ON MENU Wheel POWER Switch Lock Button MODE Dial INDEX Button DIGITAL SOUND Button EDIT IN/OUT Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects Load the provided MultiMediaCard ( perform step 1 and 2 of page 76. Press EDIT IN/OUT so that “...
After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide down 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.
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;...
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• The subject does not look at the first flash, which is an important part of Red-Eye Reduction. • The camcorder is too far from the subject. • “FLASH” is not set to “AUTO ” in the Menu Screen. 14. • “FLASH” is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen.
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Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 34). • The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the Record-Standby mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging Record- Standby mode ( pg.
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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.
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41. The LCD monitor image is distorted. 42. Images on the LCD monitor are jittery. 43. For GR-DVX10 owners: There is no playback picture on the connected TV. 44. Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
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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 (...
Never touch it with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if the pins are damaged, the connectors will become unusable due to contact failure. S-Video Input/Output Connector (GR-DVX10) S-Video Output Connector (GR-DVX9) [S] ... Video Input/Output Connector (GR-DVX10) Video Output Connector (GR-DVX9) [VIDEO] ...
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. Displays the Picture Quality/Size mode of the stored image. There are 4 modes available: XGA FINE, XGA STD, VGA FINE and VGA STD (in order of quality).
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording * Appears when the Operation switch is set to “ ”. Displays the shooting mode position. ( Appears when backlight compensation is used. Appears when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO the Menu Screen. Appears when the white balance is adjusted.
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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.) Displays the sound mode. Displays the selected Digital Sound Effect. Displays the tape speed. Appears while a tape is running. : Playback 3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search 2 : Rewind/Shuttle search...
Warning Indications Indications CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION SWITCH HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT TAPE! TAPE END DIFFERENT FORMATTED TAPE SET DATE/TIME! A. DUB ERROR! A. DUB ERROR! <CANNOT DUB ON A LP RECORDED TAPE> <CANNOT DUB ON A 16BIT RECORDING>...
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REATTACH BATTERY Function Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is being used as a recorder (GR-DVX10 only). Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a MultiMediaCard (as digital stills or video clips): –...
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: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
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 . . .
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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.
STANDARD (with an optional MultiMediaCard [4 MB]) FINE STANDARD (with an optional MultiMediaCard [8 MB]) FINE STANDARD Camcorder : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) : Approx. 4.6 W : Approx. 5.5 W...
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For General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight For Connectors Output Input (GR-DVX10 only) VIDEO Video output Video input (GR-DVX10 only) AUDIO Audio output Audio input (GR-DVX10 only) JLIP (EDIT) PC (DIGITAL STILL) External microphone input PRINTER Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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