JVC GR-DVL33, GR-DVL28, GR-DVL48, GR-DVL38 User Manual

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ENGLISH

2 – 4

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVL48 GR-DVL38 GR-DVL33 GR-DVL28

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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

Power ............................................ 6

Date/Time Settings ............................ 8

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 9

Recording Mode Setting ..................... 10

Grip Adjustment .............................. 11

Viewfinder Adjustment ...................... 11

Shoulder Strap Attachment ................. 11

Tripod Mounting............................... 11

RECORDING

Basic Recording ............................... 12

Advanced Features ........................... 17

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ................................ 29

Advanced Features ........................... 30

Basic Connections ............................. 32

Advanced Connections ....................... 34

TAPE DUBBING

Tape Dubbing .................................. 36

Digital Dubbing ................................ 37

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Random Assemble Editing ................... 42

For More Accurate Editing ................... 46

Audio Dubbing ................................. 48

TROUBLESHOOTING

6 – 11

12 – 28

29 – 35

36 – 37

38 – 48

49 – 53

INSTRUCTIONS

USER MAINTENANCE

CAUTIONS

INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 58

Indications ..................................... 60

Ter ms ........................................... 62

SPECIFICATIONS

LYT0451-001A

55 – 57

58 – 62

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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. Be sure to read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 58 – 62) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe

use of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 55 through 57 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium cell battery (for remote control unit)

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

n Dispose of used battery promptly. n Keep away from children. n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

CAUTIONS:

n If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down

and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.

n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified

personnel.

n When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that

you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES:

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger 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. Use the BN-V214U battery pack and, to recharge it, the provided multivoltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.

Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

n This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked

can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .

.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use

without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

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•AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V20ED or AA-V20SH

•Battery Pack BN-V214U

•Lithium Battery CR2025 (for remote control unit)

•Core Filter (for optional DV cable)

•Core Filter (for provided editing cable or optional JLIP cable*)

*Necessary for use with the provided software.

•Remote Control Unit RM-V711U

•Shoulder Strap

•CD-ROM The CD ROM contains the following 5 software programmes:

• JLIP Video Capture

• JLIP Video Producer

Presto!

• Mr. Photo

• PhotoAlbum

• ImageFolio

•PC Connection Cable

•Editing Cable

•Audio/Video (A/V) Cable [RCA plug to RCA plug]

•DC Cord

•S-Video Cable

How to Attach The Core Filter

Attach the provided Core Filter to the provided editing cable, optional DV cable or optional JLIP cable. The Core Filter reduces interference.

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Stopper

Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.

3 cm

Editing cable and JLIP cable: Wind once.

DV cable: Wind twice.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration.

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut. Connect the end of the cable with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

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CHARGE indicator

POWER indicator

Battery pack BN-V207U or BN-V214U

To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V20ED or AA-V20SH

DC OUT connector

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

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/ Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights.

Remove the battery pack’s protective cap. Attach the

battery pack with its long groove pointing toward the indicator side of the battery pack mount on the AC Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

Battery pack

BN-V214U

NOTES:

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Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 35°C. 20° to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

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Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.

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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.

●

Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

●

When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.

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If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

Charging time

approx. 3 hrs.

When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays

lit, charging is finished.

Slide the battery in the opposite direction of the arrow

and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/ Charger’s power cord from the AC outlet.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or

expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.

WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10° C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.

(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

Push in.

Hook on.

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.

To DC IN connector

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USING THE BATTERY PACK

Hook the non-terminal end of the battery pack to the

camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place .

•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

Approximate recording time

Battery pack

BN-V214U

BN-V856U

(optional)

( ) : when the video light is on (GR-DVL48/DVL38 only).

NOTES:

●

Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

•

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•

The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

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Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

INFORMATION:

VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger. Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals before using. It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

1 hr. 55 min.

(60 min.)

7 hrs.

(4 hrs.)

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

2 hrs. 20 min.

(1 hr. 10 min.)

8 hrs. 30 min.

(4 hrs. 30 min.)

GETTING STARTED

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V20ED or AA-V20SH

To DC OUT connector

Core filter

To AC outlet

DC cord

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●

The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●

For other notes, Z pg. 6.

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MENU/BRIGHT

Dial

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

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 (Z pg. 31).

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp lights

and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Recording Menu appears.

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by

rotating MENU/BRIGHT. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

Power lamp

Display

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT

TO MODE MENU

END

REC MODE WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP

TO DATE / TIME MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU

END

INDICATION ON ON SCREEN OFF

DATE / TIME

AUTO AUTO

OFF OFF

SP 64X

ON AGC

– – – – –6– – – – –

DATE/TIME

ONDISPLAY

25 . 12 . 99

Power Switch

16 : 40

Recording Menu

Mode Menu

Date/Time Menu

Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”

by rotating MENU/BRIGHT. Press it and the Date/ Time Menu appears.

Move the highlight bar to “DATE/TIME” by rotating

MENU/BRIGHT. Press it and “day” is highlighted and

begins blinking. Rotating MENU/BRIGHT, input the day. Press it. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. Press MENU/BRIGHT twice when the highlight bar is set to “RETURN” to exit.

NOTE:

Even if you select “DATE/TIME”, if the parameter is not highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/ time parameter (day), the clock stops. When you finish setting the minute and press MENU/BRIGHT, the date and time begin operation from the date and time you just set.

RETURN

Cassette holder

PUSH OPEN Button

Cassette cover

OPEN/EJECT Switch

PUSH HERE

Erase protection switch*

Make sure the window side is facing out.

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.

Press PUSH OPEN and open the LCD monitor.

Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then

swing the cover open until it locks. The holder opens automatically.

•Do not touch internal components.

Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to

close the cassette holder.

•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette cover.

•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be able to close the cover. Do not apply force. Replace the battery with a fully charged one before continuing.

Close the cassette cover firmly until it locks into

place. Close the LCD monitor.

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GETTING STARTED

To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .

.... slide the erase protection switch 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 switch back to “REC” before loading it.

NOTES:

●

It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.

●

If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.

●

If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette 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 cover.

●

Closing the cassette cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.

●

Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on before loading or unloading.

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When resuming recording after opening the cassette cover, a blank portion will be recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder came out or not. See page 16 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

Approximate recording time

Tape

DVM-30 30 min. 45 min. DVM-60 60 min. 90 min.

Recording mode

SP LP

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FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT

TO MODE MENU

END

Power lamp

Display

AUTO AUTO

OFF OFF

Power Switch

MENU/BRIGHT

Dial

Recording Menu

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp lights

and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Recording Menu appears.

Move the highlight bar to “TO MODE MENU” by

rotating MENU/BRIGHT. Press it and the Mode Menu appears.

First move the highlight bar to “REC MODE” by

rotating MENU/BRIGHT. Press it and the parameter “SP” or “LP” is highlighted. Select “SP” or “LP” by rotating MENU/BRIGHT. Press it twice to exit from the Recording Menu.

•Audio Dubbing is impossible on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

●

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

●

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.

REC MODE

WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

REC MODE WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

SP 64X

ON AGC

– – – – –6– – – – –

64X ON AGC

– – – – –6– – – – –

Mode Menu

SP LP

Recording mode indicator

Recording Start/Stop Button

Dioptre Adjustment Control

Power Zoom Lever

Power Switch

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and the Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is turned on.

Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

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GETTING STARTED

Following the illustration, thread the strap through the

eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure the strap is not twisted.

Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud hole. Then tighten the screw.

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.

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Recording Start/Stop Button

Display

min

(Now calculating)

Power Switch

25 min

During shooting

Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

90 min

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

89 min

1 min0 min

3 min

2 min

RECORDING

Basic Recording

Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (Z pg. 6)

●

Load A Cassette (Z pg. 9)

●

Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 10)

●

Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 11)

●

Viewfinder Adjustment (Z pg. 11)

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it, then set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears

in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop

recording. The camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode.

90°

180°

Recording Start/Stop Button

– – – – –

BRIGHT

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT until the brightness

indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

•If you are using the GR-DVL48/DVL38, it is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

6– – – – –

MENU/

BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor

Before the following steps, perform the procedures listed in the above note.

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Press in the

tabs on the lens cap to remove it, then set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best

viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop

recording. The camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode.

NOTE:

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

Power Switch Position

(Full Auto mode):

(Manual mode):

OFF:

PLAY:

Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments. When set

to this mode, “F.AUTO” appears.

Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.

When set to this mode, “MANUAL” appears.

Switches off the camcorder. Setting to this position resets Manual Focus and Exposure Control to “AUTO”.

Allows you to play back your

recordings.

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NOTES:

●

The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.

●

The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

●

There may be a delay after you open the cassette cover until the holder opens. Do not use force.

●

Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette cover.

●

The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

●

“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.

●

If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then back to “ ” or “ ”.

●

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. To avoid this, refer to “Recording from the middle of a tape” (Z pg. 16).

●

Flicker may occur in the viewfinder.

●

During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker.

RECORDING

Self-Recording

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

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RECORDING

Basic Recording (cont.)

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Digital zoom zone

16X (optical) zoom zone

D T

10X

Power Zoom Lever

D T

16X

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

D T

16X

Approximate zoom ratio

D T

64X

Zoom display

FEATURE:

Zooming

PURPOSE:

To produce a zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

n The harder you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

NOTES:

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Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus (Z pg. 25), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

In Full Auto mode (when the Power Switch is set to “ ”), zoom magnification of up to 64X is possible. In Manual mode (when the Power Switch is set to “ ”), zooming is possible to a maximum of 450X, or 16X magnification offered by optical zoom.

●

Zoom magnification of over 16X is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom.

●

During Digital Zoom, the quality of the image may suffer.

●

Digital Zoom cannot be used while functions done through digital image processing (Picture Wipe/ Dissolve function, Z pg. 22, Video Echo,

pg. 24, etc.) are activated.

●

Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is set all the way to “W”. See also “TELE MACRO” in the System Menu on page 20.

Power Switch

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

DANGER

n The video light can become

extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

n Do not place the camcorder into the

carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

n When operating, keep a distance of

about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects.

n Do not use near flammable or explosive

materials.

n It is recommended that you consult your

nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

FEATURE:

Video Light (GR-DVL48/ DVL38 only)

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

OPERATION:

Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required: OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the

n The video light can only be used with the

n It is recommended to set the white balance

n When not using the video light, turn it off to save

NOTES:

●

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

camcorder is turned on.

camcorder’s power on.

(Z pg. 28) to when you use the video light.

battery power.

Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink due to low battery charge, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on. When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:

•

Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON.

•

While the “SHUTTER” mode (Z pg. 24) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•

While the “TWILIGHT” mode (Z pg. 24) is engaged, the light will not activate.

RECORDING

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RECORDING

Basic Recording (cont.)

NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

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). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number.

To perform Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 42 – 47), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. 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” below in the following cases;

•When shooting again after playing back a recorded tape.

•When power shuts off during shooting.

•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during shooting.

•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

•When shooting on a blank portion located partway through the tape.

•When shooting again after shooting a scene then opening/closing the cassette cover.

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1. Play back a tape to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback

mode (Z pg. 29).

2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”, then start recording.

NOTES:

●

The time code cannot be reset.

●

During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.

Display

12 : 34 : 24

Time code is displayed during playback.

Minutes

Seconds

Frames (25 frames = 1 second)

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Proper recording

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Time code 00:00:00

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Time code 05:44:00

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

RECORDING

Power Switch

Advanced Features

SNAPSHOT Button

MODE Button

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Snapshot

Use your camcorder like a regular camera to take a snapshot, or several of them in succession.

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

Choose the appropriate Snapshot mode from the 5

available by repeatedly pressing MODE until the desired snapshot mode indicator appears.

Display

FULL

PHOTO

PIN-UP Pin-Up mode*

FRAME Snapshot mode with frame*

FULL Snapshot mode with no frame*

Snapshot mode

During snapshot

MULTI-4 Multi-Analyser 4

MULTI-9 Multi-Analyser 9

* :There is a momentary

camera shutter-type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing, which is recorded together with the image.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT.

If you press during Record-Standby . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

If you press during Recording . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 5 seconds, then normal recording resumes.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)

NOTES:

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Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital Zoom.

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If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

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Even if Programme AE with special effects (Z pg. 24) is engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.

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During playback as well, all Snapshot modes are available. The shutter sound is not heard.

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During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no defect in the recorded image.

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Display

/ WIPE / EFFECT

MANUAL

AUTO OFF

OFF

SP 64X

ON AGC

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FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

P. AE TO MODE MENU END

REC MODE

WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Power Switch

Recording Menu

Mode Menu

DATE/TIME

INDICATION ON

ON SCREEN OFF

DATE / TIME

RETURN

ONDISPLAY

25 . 12 . 99

Date/Time Menu

SYSTEM MENU

TELE MACRO

WIND CUT SOUND MODE ID NUMBER DEMO. MODE

RETURN

OFF OFF 32kHz 06 OFF

System Menu

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RECORDING

Advanced Features (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 Power Switch to “ ”.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Recording Menu appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the highlight bar to

the desired function.

•If the setting you want cannot be found in the Menu Screen, place the highlight bar on “END”, then go to step 7.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The setting procedure depends

on the function you select.

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, “W.BALANCE”, “FADER/WIPE” or “P.AE/EFFECT” . . .

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 25,

EXPOSURE: Z pg. 26, W.BALANCE: Z pg. 28, FADER/WIPE: Z pg. 22, P.AE/EFFECT: Z pg. 24) and do each procedure from step 4.

If you select “TO MODE MENU” . . .

.... the Mode Menu appears. Go to step 5.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the highlight bar to

the desired function and press it.

If you select a function other than “TO DATE/TIME MENU” or “TO SYSTEM MENU” . . .

.... its parameter starts blinking. Rotate MENU/

BRIGHT until the desired parameter appears. Go to step 7.

If you select “TO DATE/TIME MENU” . . .

.... the Date/Time Menu appears. Go to step 6.

If you select “TO SYSTEM MENU” . . .

.... the System Menu appears. Go to step 6.

FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE FADER

/ WIPE

P. AE

/ EFFECT

TO MODE MENU

END

MANUAL AUTO

OFF OFF

Normal Screen

REC MODE WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM DIS GAIN UP TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

SP 64X

ON AGC

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Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the highlight bar to

the desired function, then press it.

If you select “DATE/TIME” . . . Z pg. 8 If you select other functions . . .

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT until the desired param-

eter appears, then press it. The highlight bar automatically moves to “RETURN”. Go to step 7.

Press MENU/BRIGHT as many times as necessary to

return to the normal screen.

Recording Menu Explanations

FOCUS EXPOSURE W.BALANCE FADER/WIPE P.AE/EFFECT TO MODE MENU

Refer to “Focusing” (Z pg. 25). Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (Z pg. 26, 27). Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” (Z pg. 28). Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (Z pg. 22, 23). Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” (Z pg. 24). Refer to “Mode Menu Explanations” below.

Mode Menu Explanations

REC MODE WIDE MODE

ZOOM

DIS

GAIN UP

TO DATE/TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

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Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference (Z pg. 10).

OFF SQUEEZE

CINEMA

16X

64X

450X

OFF

AGC

AUTO

OFF

Refer to “Date/Time Menu Explanations” (Z pg. 20). Refer to “System Menu Explanations” (Z pg. 20).

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Select “OFF” when you want to use neither “SQUEEZE” nor “CINEMA”. For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the

image to fit the screen without distortion. appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/ recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.

Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. 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. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/ LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.

When set to “16X” while using Digital Zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 16X since Digital Zoom will be disengaged.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 64X digital magnification.

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 450X digital magnification.

To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.

NOTES:

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Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:

•

When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•

When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•

When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•

When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.

•

When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

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Switch off the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.

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The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the Stabiliser cannot be used.

This is automatically activated during Full Auto mode. The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or natural. When set to this mode, “ ” is displayed.

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.

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Date/Time Menu Explanations

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

INDICATION

ON SCREEN

DISPLAY

DATE/TIME

* You can also change “ON SCREEN” to “ON” or “OFF” by pressing the DISPLAY button on the RM-V711U

remote control.

ON Makes all the indications appear in the camcorder (Z pg. 21). OFF Keeps all the indications (except the tape running indicator, warnings,

OFF Keeps the camcorder’s display from appearing on the connected TV

ON Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is

ON Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder (Z pg. 21). OFF Keeps the date/time settings from appearing in the camcorder.

Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 8).

etc.) from appearing in the camcorder (Z pg. 21).

screen.

connected to a TV.

System Menu Explanations

TELE MACRO

WIND CUT

SOUND MODE

ID NUMBER

DEMO. MODE

OFF

OFF ON

32 kHz

48 kHz

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.

OFF ON

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus. Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. Helps cut down on noise created by wind.

•“ ” appears.

•The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. Enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is

recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. Enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.

Automatic demonstration will not take place. 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 Recording Menu is closed, demonstration starts.

NOTES:

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If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.

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By turning off the camcorder, “DEMO. MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.

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