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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVL140
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide
Web and answer our Consumer Survey
(in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
BASIC RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
BASIC RECORDING ............ 16 – 19
BASIC PLAYBACK .............. 20 – 23
ADVANCED
FEATURES
FOR RECORDING ................ 25 – 33
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 34 – 39
DUBBING ......................... 40 – 41
USING THE OPTIONAL
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ..... 42 – 50
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 51 – 52
REFERENCES
DETAILS ................................... 54
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 55 – 59
INDEX ............................. 60 – 64
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 65
CAUTIONS ........................ 66 – 67
TERMS ............................ 68 – 69
SPECIFICATIONS ................. 70 – 71
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Page 1: Digital Video Camera
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL140 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK 15 – 23 BASIC RECORDING ... 16 – 19 BASIC PLAYBACK ... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual •All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. •Notes appear after most subsections. - Page 3 However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
- Page 4 Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.
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Page 5: Provided Accessories
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •AC Adapter AP-V10EG •Power Cord •Core Filter x 3 (for optional S-Video cable, Editing cable and PC Connection cable provided with optional HS-V16KIT software) pg. 6 for attachment NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. -
Page 6: Demonstration
How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the Core Filters to an optional cables ( Stopper Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core ends of the Core Filter. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ... 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 11 Tripod Mounting ... 11 Date/Time Settings... 12 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ... 13 Recording Mode Setting ... 14... -
Page 8: Power
BAT. RELEASE Switch Power Switch CHARGE Lamp AC Adapter To AC outlet Battery pack BN-V408U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-V416U (optional) approx. 2 hrs. BN-V428U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. 20 min. Power This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. -
Page 9: Using Ac Power
AA-V15EG AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/ Charger for BN-V856U battery pack. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder. -
Page 10: Grip Adjustment
Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop button Power Switch Dioptre Adjustment Control PAUSE GETTING STARTED Grip Adjustment Separate the Velcro strip. Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. -
Page 11: Shoulder Strap Attachment
Shoulder Strap Attachment Make sure the battery pack is removed. Following the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelet then fold it back and thread it through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet located under the Grip Strap . -
Page 12: Date/Time Settings
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display W I PE FADER OF F PROGR AM AE W. BAL AN E CAMER MANUA SYSTE D I SPL DISPLAY Menu ON SC RE N – LCD / TV DATE / I ME –... -
Page 13: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Erase protection tab* PUSH HERE Cassette holder cover OPEN/EJECT Switch * To Protect Valuable Recordings ..slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded over. To record on this tape, slide the tab back to “REC”... -
Page 14: Recording Mode Setting
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Display Menu Screen REC MODE – Sub Menu GETTING STARTED Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “ the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. -
Page 15: Playback
BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK BASIC RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS BASIC RECORDING ... 16 – 19 Basic Recording ... 16 Journalistic Shooting ... 17 Self-Recording ... 17 Operation Mode ... 17 Zooming ... 18 Time Code ... 19 BASIC PLAYBACK ... 20 – 23 Normal Playback ... -
Page 16: Basic Recording
Power lamp Power Switch Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Display 25 min 90 min 89 min (Now calculating) 0 min 1 min (Blinking) (Blinking) BR I GHT MENU/BRIGHT Wheel PUSH OPEN Button Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress) Basic Recording NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed... -
Page 17: Journalistic Shooting
Self-Recording 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 When the Power Switch is set to “ appears. -
Page 18: Zooming
Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 x W 10 x W 20 x W Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 10 x W Approximate zoom ratio Power Zoom Lever BASIC RECORDING FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. -
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: Basic Playback
Lock Button Power Switch Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) Play/Pause Button (4/6) Rewind Button (2) Stop Button (5) Speaker Still Playback: Pauses during 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. -
Page 21: Blank Search
BLANK SEARCH Button Lock Button Power Switch Display BLANK SEARCH Stop Button (5) Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption pg. 19). Load a tape ( pg. -
Page 22: Connections
Connections Use the provided Audio/Video cable and optional S-Video cable. * When connecting the cables, open this cover. ** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector Use the provided Cable Adapter. Camcorder To S * The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. -
Page 23: Playback
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. Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. -
Page 24: Features
ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS FOR RECORDING ... 25 – 33 Auto Focus/Manual Focus ... 25 Night-Scope ... 26 Programme AE With Special Effects ... 26 – 27 Fade/Wipe Effects ... 28 – 29 Snapshot ... 30 – 31 Exposure Control ... 32 Iris Lock ... -
Page 25: For Recording
FOR RECORDING Focus detection zone Auto Focus FEATURE: PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene. -
Page 26: Night-Scope
NOTES: During Night-Scope, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out: • Some modes of “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 26, 27), “Picture Wipe/Dissolve” ( pg. 28, 29). • “GAIN UP” in the CAMERA Menu pg. - Page 27 SHUTTER 1/50–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/120–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp is reduced.
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Page 28: Fade/Wipe Effects
Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. IMPORTANT: Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Programme AE with special effects ( pg. - Page 29 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — B.W MOSAIC WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE —...
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Page 30: Snapshot
SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button Power Switch Display SNAP MODE – P I N–UP FRAME FUL L MUL T I – 4 MUL T I – 9 Snapshot This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION Set the Power Switch to “... - Page 31 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 * There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. NOTES: To remove the shutter sound, Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom or Night-Scope ( If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO”...
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Page 32: Exposure Control
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. •... -
Page 33: White Balance Adjustment
White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. 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. -
Page 34: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Power Switch Display I PE FADER OF F Menu Screen PROGR AM AE . BAL AN E CAMER MANUA SYSTE REC M D I SPL SOUND ZOOM SNAP GA I N RETUR D I S BEEP... - Page 35 Menu Screen Explanations Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( WIPE/FADER Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( PROGRAM AE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance W.BALANCE Operation” ( Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your REC MODE preference ( Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is...
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Page 36: Off
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) TELE MACRO WIDE MODE CINEMA SQUEEZE WIND BEEP BEEP MELODY TALLY ID NUMBER : Factory-preset NOTES: The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”. “... - Page 37 DEMO Automatic demonstration will not take place. MODE Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily.
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Page 38: For Playback Menu
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Display V I DEO SOUND MODE SYSTE 12B I T MODE D I SPL SYNC RO MODE SOUND 12B I T SYNCH REC M S / AV RETUR BEEP –... - Page 39 PLAYBACK SOUND During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on pg. 38, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
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Page 40: Dubbing
Power Switch Connector cover** To S Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided) S-Video cable (optional) To AUDIO, VIDEO* Cable Adapter (provided) “Y/C”/“CVBS” If your VCR has a video out select SCART connector, switch use the provided cable adapter. * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ** When connecting the cables, open this cover. -
Page 41: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector
44) 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. ” while pg. 9). -
Page 42: Using The Optional Remote Control Unit
USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Lock hole Knob RM-V700U (optional) Remote sensor The Full-Function Remote Control Unit (RM-V700U) can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. Installing The Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). - Page 43 Buttons With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to the camera position (“ PAUSE IN Connector MBR SET Button INT. TIME Button* SELF TIMER Button* REC TIME Button* ANIM. Button* FF Button REW Button PAUSE Button PLAY Button Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal. transmitting window START/STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
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Page 44: Playback Zoom
USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Remote sensor PLAY RM-V700U (optional) Normal playback Press T FEATURE: PURPOSE: To magnify the recorded image up to 15X at any time during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest. 2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. - Page 45 BUTTONS Editing. (A) (B) 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 another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
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Page 46: Connectors
..connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A. EDIT connector ..connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector. -
Page 47: Random Assemble Editing
Programme MODE Random Assemble – – – – : – – ~ Editing Menu T I ME CODE – – : – – TOTAL 0 : 00 Remote sensor PLAY IN/OUT ON/OFF CANCEL RM-V700U (optional) SELECT SCENES Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. - Page 48 USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Recording Start/Stop Button MODE – – 00 : 2 5 ~ 02 : 05 – – – – – – 07 : 18 ~ 08 : 31 – – – – – – 0 3 : 33 ~ 05 : 53 –...
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Page 49: For More Accurate Editing
Programme 1 MODE Random Assemble – – – – : – – ~ Editing Menu T I ME CODE – – : – – TOTAL 0 : 00 VIDEO Menu SYNCH – O . 1 Remote sensor ON/OFF RM-V700U (optional) NOTES: Before performing actual Random Assemble Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing... -
Page 50: Audio Dubbing
USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Display Speaker Remote sensor PAUSE PLAY RM-V700U (optional) Audio Dubbing Audio Dub Standby The audio track can be customized only when recorded in mode the 12-bit mode ( NOTES: Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. -
Page 51: System Connections
The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board. 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 ”... -
Page 52: Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector
DV connector, the image will take on an effect similar to a coloured mosaic pattern or it will become black. Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected units. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To PC connector... -
Page 53: References
REFERENCES REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ... 54 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 55 – 59 INDEX ... 60 – 64 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 60 – 61 Indications ... 62 – 64 USER MAINTENANCE ... 65 CAUTIONS ... 66 – 67 TERMS ... 68 – 69 SPECIFICATIONS ... -
Page 54: Details
I T E M S Power pg. 8) BASIC RECORDING pg. 16, 17) N O T E S Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C 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 55: 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 56 SYMPTOM 9. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark. 10. The image taken using Snapshot is too bright. 11. Digital Zoom does not work. 12. The Black & White Fader does not work. 13. The Dissolve function does not work. 14.
- Page 57 SYMPTOM 15. The picture wipe function does not work. 16. Scene transition does not go as expected. 17. The Video Echo mode does not work. 18. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 19.
- Page 58 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 26. •The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 27. •This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
- Page 59 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 38. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C ( pg.
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Page 60: Index
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators & 3 4 5 6 7... - Page 61 Controls Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] ... Dioptre Adjustment Control ... Battery Release Switch [BAT. RELEASE] ... •MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] ... •LCD Monitor BRIGHT (Brightness) Control [+, –] ... Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ... •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ... •Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ...
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Page 62: Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ • : Appears when Night-Scope is engaged. • : Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted. Appears when the white balance is adjusted. ±... - Page 63 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback Displays the sound mode. Displays the Blank Search mode. Displays the tape speed. Appears while a tape is running. : Playback 3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search 2 : Rewind/Shuttle search : Pause 64 : Forward slow-motion 16 : Reverse slow-motion : Audio Dubbing 6e : Audio Dubbing Pause...
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Page 64: Index
Appears when the date/time is not set. Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached. -
Page 65: User Maintenance
USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. 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. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. •Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. -
Page 66: Cautions
Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. To avoid hazards ..do not burn..do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. -
Page 67: Viewfinder
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 68: Terms
AC Adapter ... Audio Dubbing ... Auto Date ... Auto Focus ... Auto Shut off ... Backlight Compensation ... Battery Low ... Battery Pack ... Beep ... Blank Search ... Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... - Page 69 Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Zoom ... Power Switch Position ... Printer ... Programme AE With Special Effects ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ... Record-Standby ... Recording Mode ... Remote Control ... Reset ... Rewind The Tape ... Self-Recording ... Sepia ...
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Page 70: 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 71: Specifications
Power requirement Output Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. AC Adapter AP-V10EG : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz : DC 11 V , 1 A : 59 mm x 31 mm x 84 mm... - Page 72 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0201HOV...