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JVC GR-DV801 Instructions Manual

JVC GR-DV801 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DV801
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide
Web for Digital Video Camera:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is
located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
LYT1107-001A
ENGLISH
9
10
17
23
31
68
86
EN

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DV801 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    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. (An...

  • Page 3: Important Safty Instructions

    When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    AC Adapter AP-V13U USB Cable Remote Control Unit RM-V717U AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) NOTES: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.

  • Page 6: How To Attach The Strap

    How To Use The Audio Cable When using optional headphones or external microphone, connect to the provided Audio cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the Audio cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference. Headphones Audio cable (provided) Core filter How To Attach The Strap...

  • Page 7: How To Attach The Lens Cap

    How To Attach The Lens Cap During shooting To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorder.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED Power ...10 Grip Adjustment ...12 Viewfinder Adjustment ...12 Tripod Mounting ...12 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...12 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...13 Operation Mode ...13 Date/Time Settings ...14 Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette ...15 Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card ...16 VIDEO RECORDING &...

  • Page 9: Automatic Demonstration

    Automatic Demonstration Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). MENU Wheel Lock Button Power Switch ST M DE O – Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “A”...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Power 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 Lock Button BATT.RELEASE Switch Arrow Power/Charge Lamp AC Adapter Open the cover. To AC outlet To DC connector With the arrow on the battery pack pointing...

  • Page 11: About Batteries

    VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. 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 12: Grip Adjustment

    Grip Adjustment Adjust 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, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to your preference.

  • Page 13: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

    Brightness Adjustment Of The Display Set the Power Switch to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

  • Page 14: Built-In Clock's Rechargeable Lithium Battery

    Date/Time Settings The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. ( pg. 31, 41) MENU Wheel Power/Charge Lamp Lock Button Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 15: Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette

    Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

  • Page 16: Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card

    Loading A Memory Card /Unloading A Memory Card The provided memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Memory card Label Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD). To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first.

  • Page 17: Video Recording & Playback

    VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 15) Power/Charge Lamp Power Zoom Lever Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Tally Lamp (Lights while recording is in progress.) Remove the lens cap.

  • Page 18: Zooming

    Zooming Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”. The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker the zoom action.

  • Page 19: Time Code

    Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).

  • Page 20: Video Playback

    Normal Playback MENU Wheel (VOLUME) Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Stop Button (8) Play/Pause Button (4/9) Rewind Button (3) Speaker Fast-Forward Button (5) Load a cassette. ( pg. 15) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 21: Shuttle Search

    Shuttle Search Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press 5 for forward search, or 3 for reverse search. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/9. During playback, press and hold 5 or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button.

  • Page 22: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    11) The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the S-Video cable YTU94146B S-Video cable. Consult the JVC (optional) Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder.

  • Page 23: D.s.c. Recording

    D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Memory Card ( pg.

  • Page 24: Normal Playback Of Images

    These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR- DVM70) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILE!” will be displayed.

  • Page 25: Playback Of Video Clips

    Playback Of Video Clips You can view video clips ( pg. 50) stored in the memory card. Load a memory card. ( pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

  • Page 26: Index Playback Of Files

    Index Playback Of Files You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images”...

  • Page 27: Protecting Files

    Protecting Files The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. Power Switch Lock Button Rewind Button (3) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch SELECT Button Fast-Forward Button (5) Load a memory card. ( pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 28: Deleting Files

    To remove protection from all files stored in the memory card Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CANC.ALL”, and press it. The PROTECT screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXECUTE”, and press it. To cancel selection, select “RETURN”. Deleting Files Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once.

  • Page 29: Resetting The File Name

    Resetting The File Name By resetting the file name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. (Available only for Image and video clip files.) Load a memory card.

  • Page 30: Initializing A Memory Card

    To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)” ( pg. 29). Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “CURRENT”, and press it. The DPOF screen appears.

  • Page 31: Advanced Features

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on- screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( MENU Wheel Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”...

  • Page 32: Recording Menus

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.) 4) Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen returns. Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus. 5) Press the MENU Wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes. NOTES: The “m” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “A”...

  • Page 33: Program Ae With Special Effects

    WIPE – CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. WIPE – WINDOW: The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the center.

  • Page 34: White Balance Adjustment

    SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look. MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the “classic film”...

  • Page 35: Snap Mode

    Zooming ZOOM (Factory-preset: 40X) 10X: When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged. 40X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification.

  • Page 36: Manual Menu

    Manual Menu MANUAL Digital Image Stabilization To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. OFF / ON NOTES: Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions: • When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

  • Page 37: Wide Mode

    Wide mode WIDE MODE (Factory-preset: OFF) OFF: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. CINEMA* : Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. The During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9.

  • Page 38: Display Menu

    Automatic demonstration mode Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. ( DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. ON: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate.

  • Page 39: Image Size

    DSC Menu Picture quality The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE ( ) and STANDARD ( of quality). QUALITY (Factory-preset: FINE) FINE / STANDARD NOTE: The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in the images and the type of memory card being used.

  • Page 40: Playback Menus

    Video Menu VIDEO Playback sound During tape 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 page 31, select “SOUND MODE”...

  • Page 41: Video Display

    System Menu SYSTEM Each setting is linked with “s”, which appears when the Power Switch is set to “M”. ( parameters are the same as in the description on page 37. BEEP (Factory-preset: MELODY) OFF / BEEP / MELODY TALLY (Factory-preset: ON) OFF / ON REMOTE...

  • Page 42: Features For Recording

    Night Alive Power Switch Lock Button NIGHT Button Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. Set the Power Switch to “M”...

  • Page 43: Motor Drive Mode

    If Program AE with special effects ( engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON” ( pg. 36), the Stabilizer will be disabled. During playback as well, all snapshot modes except Nega mode are available when “...

  • Page 44: Title Impose

    NOTE: If “BEEP” and “TALLY” are set to “OFF” ( the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light. When the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown: Begins blinking (Self-Timer starts) Blinks quickly (Self-Timer shooting starts soon)

  • Page 45: Auto Focus

    Auto Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2”) to the subject) to infinity. Focus detection zone However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases perform “Manual Focus”): When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

  • Page 46: Exposure Control

    Lock Button Power Switch Exposure Control Manual exposure control 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 is bright.

  • Page 47: Backlight Compensation

    Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Press BACK LIGHT. The indicator is displayed and the subject is brightened. If pressed again, disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. Using the BACK LIGHT Button may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white.

  • Page 48: Navigation Function

    NAVIGATION Function The Navigation Function helps you check tape contents by making thumbnail images on a memory card. MENU Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Rewind Button (3) VIDEO/MEMORY Switch NAVI Button NAVI STORE Button Fast-Forward Button (5) To make thumbnail images during video recording automatically Load a cassette.
  • Page 49 The “NAVIGATION SEARCH” indication appears blinking and the camcorder starts searching the tape for the relevant point of the selected thumbnail image. To cancel NAVIGATION search midway... Press 4/9, 3, 5 or 8. To add thumbnail images during video playback Perform steps 1 to 4 in “To find scenes on tape using thumbnail images (NAVIGATION Search)”.

  • Page 50: E-Mail Clip Recording

    E-Mail Clip Recording You can make video clips in 160 x 120 pixels from real-time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via E-Mail. Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Stop (8) Button VIDEO/MEMORY Switch...
  • Page 51 To make video clips from recorded video footage Load a cassette. ( pg. 15) Load a memory card. ( pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Press 4/9 to start video playback.

  • Page 52: Dubbing

    Connector Cover** The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146B S-Video cable. Consult the JVC To S Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder.

  • Page 53: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv In Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    11) 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 54: Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Out Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    If no image is displayed on the LCD monitor, set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF”. ( 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 55: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. MENU Wheel SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY Play/Pause Button Switch (4/9) Load a cassette. ( pg.

  • Page 56: 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)” size batteries.
  • Page 57 Buttons And Functions A Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal. The following buttons are available only when the camcorder’s Power Switch set to “PLAY”. B DISPLAY Button ... ( C SHIFT Button ... ( D SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons ... ( Left/Right Buttons ...
  • Page 58 Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Right or SLOW Forward Button Slow-Motion Playback Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with an 80-minute cassete) in Slow Rewind or approx.

  • Page 59: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customised only when recorded in the 12-bit and SP modes. ( Headphone Connector Stereo Microphone Speaker A.DUB PLAY PAUSE STOP Play back the tape to locate the point where editing will start, then press PAUSE (9). While holding A.

  • Page 60: Insert Editing

    Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged. STOP NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that “TIME CODE”...
  • Page 61 SHIFT for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT: Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try...

  • Page 62: Make Connections

    In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable. ** When connecting the cable, open the cover. USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector… …Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector.

  • Page 63: Continued On Next Page

    Select Scenes FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL Press PLAY (U) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Selected parameter Editing Menu appears. If using a Wipe/Fader at – – the beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
  • Page 64 Picture Wipe And Dissolve Menu (available only for Random Assemble Editing) You can use not only the wipe/fader effects on page 32 but also the picture wipe and dissolve effects below. DISSOLVE: The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears. WIPE –...
  • Page 65 For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause 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 have recorded scenes you did not want.

  • Page 66: System Connections

    Core filter Core filter When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC. If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter the USB mode.

  • Page 67: Using The Camcorder As A Webcam

    Using The Camcorder As A WebCam This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection. To USB USB cable (provided) To USB connector USB-equipped PC Make sure all necessary software (provided) are installed in your PC and all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to your PC using the USB cable.

  • Page 68: Reference

    ITEMS V Power ( pg. 10) Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

  • Page 69: 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 70 7. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 8. Digital Zoom does not work. Video and D.S.C. Playback SYMPTOM 9. Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work. 10. The tape is moving, but there is no picture. 11. Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.
  • Page 71 Advanced features SYMPTOM 13. The focus does not adjust automatically. 14. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 15. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 16. The color of Snapshot looks strange. 17. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.

  • Page 72: Other Problems

    • When the LCD monitor’s fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) CORRECTIVE ACTION 24. • To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).
  • Page 73 39. • Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Wiping strongly can cause damage. ( pg. 77) To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 40. • Set “TIME CODE” to “ON”. pg. 31, 38, 41) 41. • pg. 85.

  • Page 74: General Battery Precautions

    In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Plug adapter General Battery Precautions...

  • Page 75: Main Unit

    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 76 Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local 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.

  • Page 77: Cleaning The Camcorder

    Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. Cassette holder When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

  • Page 78: Specifications

    For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker For Digital Video Camera Format Signal format Recording/Playback format...
  • Page 79 For Connectors S-Video input S-Video output Video input Video output Audio input Audio output EDIT Headphone output Input/output For General Power requirement U.S.A. and Canada Other countries Output Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

  • Page 80: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators...
  • Page 81 Cassette Holder Cover... q Stereo Microphone... pg. 13 r Info-Shoe pg. 44 Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video pg. 26 Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone. pg. 50 Make sure to turn off the power of the camcorder and the video light, flash or microphone before pg.
  • Page 82 Indications LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only SOUND 12 b i t 15:55 a Navigation Indicator (Appears when “NAVIGATION” is set to other than “MANUAL”.) b Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator c Tape Running Indicator (Rotates while tape is running.) d Selected Wide Mode Indicator e Thumbnail Storing Indicator (Appears while the captured image is being...
  • Page 83 (Appears when Night-Alive is engaged.) • : Gain Up Mode (Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.) c Flash Indicator (Appears when the optional flash attached to the info-shoe is ready.) d White Balance Indicator e •...
  • Page 84 Warning Indications Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”...
  • Page 85 When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the REATTACH BATTERY indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occured. E03 or E04 When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically.

  • Page 86: Terms

    AC Adapter ...10, 11 Animation ...36 Audio Dubbing ...59 Auto Focus ...45 Auto Playback Of Images ...24 Auto Shut Off ...17, 23 Backlight Compensation ...47 Battery Pack ...10, 11, 74 Beep (BEEP) ...37 Blank search ...21 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display (BRIGHT) ...13 Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery ...14 Changing The Menu Settings ...31...
  • Page 87 Picture Quality (QUALITY) ...39 Playback sound (SOUND MODE, 12bit MODE) ...40 Playback Special Effects ...58 Playback Zoom ...58 Power Switch Position ...13 Priority Setting (PRIORITY) ...38 Program AE With Special Effects (PROGRAM AE) Classic Film (CLASSIC FILM) ...34 Mirror (MIRROR) ...34 Monotone (MONOTONE) ...34 Sepia (SEPIA) ...34 Shutter Speed (SHUTTER) ...33...
  • Page 88 Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0203-FO-ID-VP...

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