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JVC YU30052-625-1 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DV1
ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONS
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YU30052-625-1

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DV1 ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS YU30052-625-1...
  • Page 2 ... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions ( pgs. 62, 63). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always attach and use the provided hand strap. Hold the camcorder firmly in your hand, with the strap securely around your wrist.

  • Page 4: About Dvc

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

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS ABOUT DVC PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED Indoor Use ... 7 Using The CAM Stand ... 7 Charging The Battery ... 8 Installing The Battery ... 9 Clock (Lithium) Battery CR2025 Insertion/Removal ... 10 Date/Time Settings ... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ... 12 Hand Strap Attachment ...

  • Page 6: Provided Accessories

    PROVIDED ACCESSORIES Soft camera case AC Power Remote control unit Adapter/Charger AA-V70EG RM-V708U MiniDV Cassette Tape Docking Station CAM Stand 30 min M-DV30ME Lithium battery x 2 CR2025 Battery pack Hand strap (one for clock operation and BN-V712U one for remote control unit) Power cord AUDIO and VIDEO cable AUDIO and VIDEO cable...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Connector is under this cover Using The CAM Stand During Recording If you record while leaving the camcorder on a desk or table, it may tip or be accidentally knocked over. Attach it to the CAM Stand before this type of use.

  • Page 8: Charging The Battery

    Charging The Battery You can charge one battery pack at a time, or two consecutively. ATTACH CHARGE INDICATOR 1 CHARGE INDICATOR 2 To AC outlet POWER CORD SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER Connect the power cord between the AC Power Adapter/Charger and an AC outlet. The power indicator comes on.

  • Page 9: Installing The Battery

    NOTES: If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops. When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, be sure to use the supplied power cord only. The AC Power Adapter/Charger is for use with the BN-V712U Battery Pack only.

  • Page 10: Clock (Lithium) Battery Cr2025 Insertion/Removal

    Clock (Lithium) Battery CR2025 Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to perform date/time settings. BATTERY COVER OPEN BATTERY COVER Slide off as shown in the illustration. REMOVE OLD BATTERY Pull the battery holder out as shown, and slide the battery down and out of the holder.

  • Page 11: Date/Time Settings

    “END” to exit. NOTE: If you don’t exit the Date/Time Menu, the clock display will not move but the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you close the menu, the date and time in the viewfinder begin operation from the current date and time, with no delay or loss.

  • Page 12: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    CASSETTE HOLDER CASSETTE COVER • Closing the cassette cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder. • When shooting again after already shooting a scene, a blank portion is recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene is erased (recorded over) if you open the cassette cover, regardless of whether the cassette holder comes out or not.

  • Page 13: Hand Strap Attachment

    Hand Strap Attachment The provided Hand Strap helps you to keep a firm hold on the camcorder. Make sure you never hold the camcorder without using the Hand Strap. ATTACH HAND STRAP Slide the strap through the eyelet, pulling firmly to ensure secure attachment.

  • Page 14: Rm-V708U Remote Control

    RM-V708U Remote Control Unit You can use the RM-V708U to control the camcorder when it’s attached to the Docking Station. PAUSE IN connector ( ZOOM Buttons ( pg. 47) DISPLAY Button ( pg. 56) SHIFT Button ( pg. 47) SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons ( pg.

  • Page 15: Recording

    RECORDING Full Auto/Manual Operation The following chart shows you which functions are available in the Full Auto and Manual operation modes. FULL AUTO SELECT DIAL POSITION Snapshot ( pg. 22) Scene ( pg. 19)*2 Self-Timer ( pg. 25) Date/Time Display pg.

  • Page 16: Menus

    Menus The Recording Menu allows you to set these functions: Squeeze, Zoom Magnification, Digital Image Stabilizer, Gain Up, Fade/Wipe ( The following selection procedure applies to Squeeze, Zoom Magnification, Stabilization and Gain Up . VIEWFINDER O FF WIDE MODE ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO F ADER / W IPE MENU...

  • Page 17: Zoom Magnification

    *This function is usable when the Select Dial is set to “MANUAL”. OFF–When shooting with the camcorder in a fixed position or on a tripod, set the Stabilizer to “OFF”. If you leave it on and then move or turn the camera...

  • Page 18: System Menu

    WIDE MODE ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO FADER / W IPE MENU TO P . AE / EFFECT MENU TO DAT E / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU POWER DIAL System Menu The System Menu allows you to set the following functions: Scene, Beep, Wind Cut, Sound Mode and ID numbers.

  • Page 19: Wind Cut

    I D No . Sound Sound signals can be sampled at 48 kHz or 32 kHz. 48 kHz–The camcorder is factory-preset for 48 kHz. This setting enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. *A tape recorded at 48 kHz cannot be used for Audio Dubbing.

  • Page 20: Basic Recording

    If 5 minutes elapse in the RECORD/STANDBY mode, the power shuts off automatically to conserve energy. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Dial to “OFF”, then to “REC”. As long as you don’t take out the tape you were using or play it back, you can continue recording from where you left off with no noticeable break.

  • Page 21: Tape Remaining Indicator

    60). When the tape ends, “TAPE END” appears in the viewfinder. Stable Shooting Positions Before pressing RECORDING START/ STOP, ZOOM or SNAP SHOT, be sure to hold the camcorder with both hands. For low shooting 29 min 30 min...

  • Page 22: Take Snapshot

    3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged. If the camcorder is left in its Stop mode for 5 minutes, its power goes off automatically. In the future, by attaching the camcorder to the...

  • Page 23: Zoom Lever

    ZOOM LEVER ZOOM IN (T: Tight) Zoom Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject ( Simply slide the Zoom Lever to either zoom in (toward “+”) or zoom out (toward “–”). The Zoom speed is variable —...

  • Page 24: Select Mode

    “REC” or “OFF” position. To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Mode ..instead of pressing RECORDING START/STOP in step 2, press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 6-second still with the shutter sound, but without the white border.
  • Page 25 RECORDING START/STOP BUTTON Self-Timer Once the camcorder is set, you (or whomever is operating the camcorder) can get into the scene, putting the final touch on a memorable picture. PULL OUT VIEWFINDER Align its mark to “STANDBY”. The lens cover opens automatically.

  • Page 26: Start Recording

    Whenever you start recording in a blank portion, the Time Code counts from 00:00:00. That means the camcorder may record the same Time Codes as a previously-recorded segment. Random Assemble Editing ( using a tape with duplicated codes.
  • Page 27 Press SET twice. Selection is complete and the menu disappears. NOTE: Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The display appears on the connected TV when the camcorder is in RECORD/STANDBY.

  • Page 28: Fade/Wipe Effects

    VIEWFINDER FADER / W I PE SELECT WH I T E F ADER B L ACK FADER D I SSOL VE CORNER W I PE W I NDOW W I PE I T EM ZOOM SW . FADER/WIPE MENU AUTO FOCUS EXP.
  • Page 29 ACTIVATE FADE OUT OR WIPE OUT When you want to stop recording the scene, press RECORDING START/STOP. Before the camcorder enters the RECORD/STANDBY mode, the Fade Out or Wipe Out occurs automatically. NOTE: You can extend the length of a fade or wipe by pressing and holding the RECORDING START/ STOP button.

  • Page 30: Resume Recording

    When this happens, the Picture Wipe/Dissolve indicator blinks. Try recording again, but don’t turn the power off when you’re finished. The camcorder stores the end point of the last recorded scene, and you can use Picture Wipe/Dissolve between the last scene and the next one.

  • Page 31: Recording Start/Stop Button

    RANDOM FADER: When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the effect used in scene transition (from the Fade and Wipe effects). The camcorder chooses one of the fades/wipes at random. START RECORDING Press RECORDING START/STOP, and “ appears in the viewfinder. The camcorder does the rest, selecting an effect at random.
  • Page 32 WIDE MODE ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO FADER / W IPE MENU TO P . AE / EFFECT MENU TO DAT E / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU POWER DIAL Exchanging FADE/WIPE Effects You can replace the 5 effects currently appearing in the menu with 5 others. After exchanging, the new effects appear in the Fader/Wipe Menu.

  • Page 33: Select Operation Mode

    VIEWFINDER P . AE / E FF EC T SEL ECT 1/250 SHUTTER 1/250 TW I L I GH T S EP I A MONOTONE C L AS S I C F I L M I TEM ZOOM SW . P.AE/EFFECTS MENU (FACTORY SETTING) AUTO...
  • Page 34 MONOTONE Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Wide Cinema function, it enhances the “classic film” effect. SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.

  • Page 35: Close Menu

    WIDE MODE ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO F ADER / W IPE MENU TO P . AE / EFFECT MENU TO DAT E / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU RECORDING MENU POWER DIAL Exchanging P.AE/Effects You can replace 5 of the effects that appear in the menu with 5 others. SELECT MODE Set the Select Dial to “PRO”.

  • Page 36: Adjust Exposure

    POWER DIAL Exposure Control Usually this is adjusted automatically. However, when the background is too bright or too dark in compari- son with the subject, adjust the Exposure manually. SELECT MODE Set the Select Dial to “EXP”. “EXP” is displayed in the viewfinder.

  • Page 37: Power Dial

    POWER DIAL Iris Lock Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the viewfinder), or when you want to lock the brightness level. When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken.

  • Page 38: Adjust White Balance

    SELECT DIAL AUTO FOCUS EXP. PAUSE White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct. all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, when you want to shoot in various types of lighting, or when shooting a scene with changing tint, use this function.

  • Page 39: Enter Setting

    Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen. ENTER SETTING Press and hold SET. When the MWB indicator begins blinking, release the button. The camcorder exits the menu and setting is complete. The MWB indicator appears in the viewfinder.

  • Page 40: Adjust Focus

    When shooting a flat wall, a blue sky or an object with little or no contrast. When wire or other obstacles come between the camcorder and the subject. When shooting in dark places. When shooting objects with a detailed design or pattern.

  • Page 41: Playback

    AC POWER ADAPTER/CHARGER To AC outlet POWER CORD Docking Station Attachment When you attach your camcorder to the Docking Station, you can add many interesting effects during playback. CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. PLACE CAMCORDER IN DOCKING...

  • Page 42: Start Playback

    * Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting. NOTE: During playback, if the camcorder is left on its side for an extended period, its surface will become very warm. It is recommended that you use the Docking Station ( playback.
  • Page 43 The CAM Stand has two sides. One side is used to hold the camcorder upright and the other side is used to hold the camcorder flat. TURN ON POWER Turn on the power to the camcorder and the TV/VCR.

  • Page 44: Select Function

    Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions: Playback Sound (48 kHz, 32 kHz), Synchro Comp, Display and Time Code . The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU Press MENU. The Playback Menu appears in the viewfinder and on the connected TV.
  • Page 45 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. (48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND” and 32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1”.)

  • Page 46: Open Cover

    To temporarily stop playback, press PAUSE. Press again to resume playback. 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. PLAYBACK Basic Playback...

  • Page 47: Advanced Features

    PLAYBACK Advanced Features Playback Zoom The recorded pictures can be magnified up to 10x at any time during playback. FIND ‘ZOOM’ SCENE Press PLAY to start playback. ACTIVATE ZOOM Press ZOOM on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the Docking Station’s sensor.
  • Page 48 E F F ECT SEL ECT CL AS S I C F I LM MONOTONE S EP I A STROBE V I DEO ECHO P.AE EFFECT SELECT SCREEN (Playback) Playback Effects These effects allow you to be creative with the playback picture. You can use any one of the 5 effects. START PLAYBACK Press PLAY.

  • Page 49: Editing

    Refer to “Docking Station Attachment” on pages 41 and 42 for attachment procedures. Make sure the camcorder is attached to the Docking Station before beginning editing. Dubbing You can copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto a videotape. Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual for details. VCR (Recording deck)

  • Page 50: Brand Setting

    VCR (Recording deck) SHIFT 7 8 9 ` VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME (A) (B) AKAI BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON GRUNDIG HITACHI MITSUBISHI PANASONIC Brand Setting Before you can perform Automatic Dubbing, or control the VCR using the RM-V708U remote control, you must set the VCR brand.

  • Page 51: Random Assemble Editing

    TV ( NOTES: When using a JVC VCR with a remote pause terminal, connect the editing jack on the Docking Station to the VCR’s remote pause terminal using an editing cable.
  • Page 52 Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total program time exactly. Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. To use a P. AE/Effect, press EFFECT on the remote control repeatedly to cycle through the effects until the one you want is displayed.

  • Page 53: Start Editing

    STOP EDIT EDIT IN/OUT PREPARE SOURCE TAPE Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE. ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD-PAUSE MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR's infrared sensor and press VCR RECORD/ STANDBY, or manually engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode.

  • Page 54: For More Accurate Editing

    Some VCRs make the transition from RECORD/STANDBY to RECORD mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you’ve recorded scenes you didn’t want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
  • Page 55 STOP PLAY 4 8 kHz MODE FU L L SOUND 3 2 kHz MODE SOUND 1 SYNCHRO 0 . 0 D I SPL AY T I ME CODE I T EM ZOOM SW . SET SET BUTTON PLAYBACK MENU SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Dial to “PLAY”...

  • Page 56: Audio Dubbing

    Make sure you only edit recorded areas. If feedback or howling occurs, move the Docking Station so the camcorder’s microphone is away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume. If you change from 32 kHz to 48 kHz in mid-recording and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective from the point where 48 kHz recording began.

  • Page 57: Insert Editing

    Insert Editing You can insert snapshots and other scenes in previously recorded footage. 12:34 FIND EDIT OUT POINT Confirm the time code at this point. pg. 45) FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW until the point is located, then press PAUSE.

  • Page 58: After Use

    REMOVE POWER SUPPLY Remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Power Adapter/Charger. OPEN CASSETTE DOOR There is no power to the camcorder, so the cassette holder won't open. PULL OUT VIEWFINDER Pull out the viewfinder and slide its cover open.

  • Page 59: Controls, Indications And Connectors Main Unit

    CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS Main Unit STOP PLAY PAUSE MENU Button ( pg. 16) White Balance Sensor * Take care not to cover the sensor with your hand while shooting. Lens ( pg. 7) Tally Lamp The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress. SNAPSHOT Button ( pg.

  • Page 60: Viewfinder Indications

    Playback Sound Mode Display ( — “Tape End” Indicator — An error number (E01, etc.) pg. 63) appears in the viewfinder Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 3 0 min 25. 12. 96 & 10 : 3 5 NAME & FUNCTION (Cont.) pg.

  • Page 61: Docking Station

    # $ % ^ Remote Control Sensor ... JLIP Jack (Joint Level Interface Protocol) In the future, it will be used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal pg. 53 computer. pg. 41 Video Output Jack ...

  • Page 62: Cautions

    ... remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off. 3. To prevent damage to the camcorder ..replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge.
  • Page 63 If, after using the Cleaning Cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. About moisture condensation . . . •You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass‘...

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer or Technical Service Center. SYMPTOM 1. No power is supplied. 2. Recording cannot be performed. 3. There is no picture. 4. Some functions are not available.
  • Page 65 Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated ( pg. 30). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased. •The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the RECORD/ STANDBY mode.
  • Page 66 26. • Remove the tape or the battery pack, and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, please consult your nearest JVC dealer or Technical Service Center.

  • Page 67: Index

    Animation ... Audio Dubbing ... Auto Focus ... Battery ... Battery Low ... Charging ... Charging While Docked ... Cleaning The Camcorder ... Connections ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Digital Zoom ... Diopter Adjustment ... Docking Station ...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    MAIN UNIT General Power Power consumption Format Signal format Video signal recording format Data compression rate Digital compression technology Cassette Tape Speed Maximum recording time Continuous recoring time Fast-Forward/Rewind Time Pickup Zoom Lens diameter (Filter Diameter) Viewfinder White balance Iris Microphone Operating temperature Operating humidity...

  • Page 69: Docking Station

    BATTERY PACK BN-V712U Power Dimensions Weight REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RM-V708U Power Battery Life Effective distance Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight AC ADAPTER/CHARGER AA-V70EG Power Power consumption Output power Operating temperature Dimensions Weight DOCKING STATION Operating temperature Editing connector S-Video connectors Video output connector Audio output connector JLIP connector...
  • Page 72 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 1996 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0596MSV...

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