JVC GR-DVM1 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

CAMERA VIDEO NUMERIQUE CAMARA DE VIDEO DIGITAL

GR-DVM1

INSTRUCTIONS

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

ENGLISHFRANÇAISESPAÑOL

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial Nos. of the GR-DVM1U camcorder and the AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger. The serial numbers are located on the bottom of the GR-DVM1U and the AA-V80U.

Model No. GR-DVM1U/AA-V80U Serial No.

LYT0002-038B

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 (

• 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 “Controls, Indications and Connectors”

( locations, etc. before use.

...... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety

Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 78 and 79 before use.

Z pg. 7).

Z pgs. 73 – 76) and familiarize yourself with button

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 

 The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.

CAUTION (applies to the AA-V80U)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION (s'applique à l'AA-V80U)

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.



WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium cell battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electronic), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

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

CAUTION (applies to the Docking Station):

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER–SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

NOTES:

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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.

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The rating plate (serial number plate) of the Docking Station is on its bottom.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference – Causing Equipment Regulations.

“Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.”

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V812U battery pack and, to recharge it, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V80U. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

ATTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future

reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized

alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire

grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power Sources

Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

3. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

4. Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

5. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

• Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided

or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line

surges.

3. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

810-20)

GROUNDING  CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

• Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

• Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all

servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by following

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

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 attach and use the provided hand strap. Hold the camcorder firmly in your hand, with the strap securely around your wrist. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder 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! Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station, connecting cables (AUDIO/VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Editing, DC) 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.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries

apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as there is a risk of fire or explosion.

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

•When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If you misplace the battery cap, carry the battery in a plastic bag.

Before recording an important scene . . .

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

DV mark.

..... remember that the GR-DVM1 is not compatible

with other digital video formats.

..... remember that the GR-DVM1 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.)

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but possess a large power capacity. However, when the battery pack becomes cool in an environment subject to cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), the battery pack has a characteristic that its usage time becomes shorter and 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 some kind of heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with the pad.)

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

Adapter/Charger AA-V80U

AC Power

MiniDV Cassette

Tape 30 min

(DVM-30)

M-DV30ME

Lithium battery CR2025 x 2 (one for clock operation and one for remote control unit)

Docking Station

Soft camera case

Sun hood

Hand strap

Remote control unit

RM-V708U

CAM Stand Grip

Battery pack BN-V812U

Cleaning cloth

AUDIO/VIDEO cable

(Docking Station to TV or

VCR, RCA plug 4 RCA plug)

S-VIDEO cable Editing cable DC cord

VIDEO cable (ø 3.5,

DVM1 to TV or VCR,

mini-plug 4 RCA plug)

AUDIO cable (ø 3.5, DVM1 to TV or VCR,

mini-plug 4 RCA plug)

CONTENTS

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED

Charging The Battery Pack .................................................................... 8

Installing The Battery Pack ................................................................... 9

Indoor Use..................................................................................... 10

Using The CAM Stand ........................................................................10

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal............................................... 11

Date/Time Settings .......................................................................... 12

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................. 13

Recording Mode Setting ..................................................................... 14

Hand Strap Attachment...................................................................... 14

Lens Cover Detachment...................................................................... 14

Sun Hood Attachment ........................................................................ 15

Grip Attachment .............................................................................. 16

Remote Control Unit ......................................................................... 17

RECORDING

Full Auto/Manual Operation................................................................ 18

Basic Recording ............................................................................... 19

Advanced Features ........................................................................... 26

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ................................................................................ 49

Basic Connections............................................................................. 50

Playback Menu................................................................................ 54

Advanced Features ........................................................................... 56

EDITING

Docking Station ............................................................................... 58

Dubbing ........................................................................................ 58

Brand Setting ................................................................................. 59

Random Assemble Editing ................................................................... 60

For More Accurate Editing ................................................................... 63

Audio Dubbing ................................................................................ 65

Insert Editing.................................................................................. 66

TROUBLESHOOTING AFTER USE CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS

Main Unit ...................................................................................... 73

LCD Monitor Indications During Recording ................................................ 74

LCD Monitor Indications During Playback ................................................. 75

Warning Indications .......................................................................... 75

Docking Station ............................................................................... 76

ABOUT DV CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS GLOSSARY OF TERMS INDEX

6 8

67 72 73

77 78 80 82 83

Charging The Battery Pack

You can charge one battery pack at a time, or two consecutively.

ATTACH

Battery pack BN-V812U

Power cord

AC Power Adapter/

DC jack

Charger indicator 2

Power lamp

Charger indicator 1

Charger AA-V80U

• The charge marker does not move by itself. After

GETTING STARTED

DETACH

RED BLACK

Charge marker

charging or removing a discharged battery, be sure to set the marker to the predetermined position.

SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER

Plug the AC Adapter/Charger's power cord in

to an AC outlet. The power indicator comes

on.

ATTACH BATTERY/BATTERIES

Make sure the + – marks are facing down and

aligned with the corresponding marks on the

AC Power Adapter/Charger.

•The Charge Indicator (1 or 2) begins blinking to indicate charging has started.

CONFIRM STATUS

When the charger indicator stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished.

•If two batteries are attached to the charger, they will be charged in the order that they were attached.

CHARGING TIME

BATTERY ONE TWO

BN-V812U approx. 100 min. approx. 200 min.

DETACH BATTERY/BATTERIES

Slide the battery or batteries in the direction of the arrow and lift off.

•Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/ Charger's power cord from an AC outlet.

Charge Marker

The charge marker makes it easy for you to differentiate between charged and discharged batteries. Choose RED or BLACK to mean charged or discharged, and you'll always know the status of your batteries.

NOTES:

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If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops.

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When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, be sure to use the supplied power cord only.

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The AC Power Adapter/Charger is for use with the BN-V812U Battery Pack only.

●

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

** Charging Environment

Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 30°C. (20°–25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging.) If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

Continuous Shooting

Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 60 minutes, under the following conditions:

•A BN-V812U Battery Pack is in use

•The temperature is approximately 20°C/68°F However, . . .

•If the temperature is below 10°C/50°F, or

•If zoom or Record/Standby are engaged repeatedly, continuous shooting capability is reduced significantly. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

Installing The Battery Pack

The battery pack does not charge while in the camcorder. Before installation, make sure the battery pack has been charged fully.

Battery cover

Open switch

Battery

OPEN BATTERY COVER

1 Slide the open switch on the battery cover. 2 Pull open the battery cover in the direction

of the arrow.

INSERT BATTERY

Insert the + – end of the battery first.

CLOSE BATTERY COVER

BATTERY RECORDING TIME

BN-V812U approx. 60 min.

NOTES:

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To remove the battery pack, turn the Power Dial to "OFF", open the battery cover and slide the battery pack out.

●

Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

GETTING STARTED

(Cont.)

AC Power Adapter/Charger

DC cord

Power cord

Core Filter

DC-IN

Connector is under this cover

Bottom of the camcorder

d c

b a

Lens

CAM Stand

Indoor Use

When using the camcorder indoors, you can use the AC Adapter instead of a battery.

SUPPLY POWER TO ADAPTER

Plug the AC Adapter/Charger's power cord in to an AC outlet.

SUPPLY POWER TO CAMCORDER

Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder.

NOTES:

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When using the provided DC cord, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter improves performance of equipment.

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When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, the “Battery Low” indicator (Z pg. 75) may appear. This is not a malfunction.

Using The CAM Stand

During Playback

If you leave the camcorder's power on for a long time while using it on a table top etc., the camcorder's surface may become hot. Attach it to the CAM Stand and play back.

During Recording

It is recommended to use the CAM Stand while shooting from a table top or any other flat surface. This provides stability to the camcorder.

SUPPLY POWER

Plug the DC cord into the camcorder.

ATTACH TO CAM STAND

Line up A with a, B with b, C with c, and

with d. Slide the camcorder in the

direction of the arrow.

•To detach the camcorder, slide it in the opposite direction of the arrow.

Clock (Lithium) Battery CR2025 Insertion/Removal

This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to perform date/time settings.

Battery holder

Open switch

Battery cover

OPEN BATTERY COVER

1 Slide the open switch on the battery cover. 2 Pull open the battery cover in the direction

of the arrow.

REMOVE OLD BATTERY

Pull the battery holer out in the direction of the arrow and slide the battery down and out of the holder.

INSERT NEW BATTERY

Insert the battery, with the “+” side showing, in the holder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

Insert the battery holder into the battery cover.

CLOSE BATTERY COVER

NOTES:

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When the battery is depleted, the “ ” indicator appears in the LCD monitor after you turn the power on.

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See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” on page 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries.

●

After changing the lithium battery, reset the date and time (Z pg. 12).

GETTING STARTED

(Cont.)

Date/Time Settings

Date and time will automatically be recorded on tape at all times. It is your choice to display it or not during playback (Z pg. 54) To set date and time follow the instructions from 1 to 5.

LCD monitor

WIDE MODE ZOOM DIS GA IN UP TO F ADER / W IPE MENU TO P.AE / EFFECT MENU TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM M ENU W.BALANCE 

END

Recording Menu

  ON SCREEN DISPLAY DATE/T I ME      END

Date/Time Menu

OFF

20X

OFF AGC

AUTO

ITEM –/+ BUTTON

SET MENU BUTTON

OFF OFF DEC

25 ’ 97

PM 5: 30

ITEM –/+ BUTTON

SET MENU BUTTON

PUSH-OPEN

OPEN LCD MONITOR

First press PUSH-OPEN button and open the LCD monitor fully.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off automatically when it is opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor can be tilted upward up to 180 degrees and downward up to 90 degrees.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Dial to "REC" by pressing down the lock button located on the dial and setting the shooting mode selector to "MANUAL".

ACCESS RECORDING MENU

Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears in the LCD monitor.

ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU

Place the pointer next to "TO DATE/TIME MENU" by pressing the –/+ button. Press "+" to move up and "–" to move down. Press MENU and the Date/Time Menu appears in the LCD monitor.

Lock button

Power Dial

OFF

AUTO

MANUAL

Shooting mode selector

INPUT DATE AND TIME

Place the pointer next to “DATE/TIME” by pressing the –/+ button. Press MENU and “Month” begins blinking.

Using the –/+ button (press "+" to increase and "–" to decrease), input the month. Press MENU. Repeat the procedure to input the day, year, hour and minute. Press MENU when the pointer is next to “END” to exit.

NOTE:

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

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

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

OPEN/EJECT switch

Cassette holder

PUSH HERE

Make sure the window side is facing out.

OPEN CASSETTE DOOR

Turn on the power, then slide the OPEN/EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. The cassette cover releases. Open the cover in the direction of the arrow until it locks. The holder opens automatically.

•Before opening the cassette cover, disconnect the headphones and AUDIO/VIDEO connectors from the jacks because the cassette cover will interfere with them.

•Do not touch internal components.

INSERT/REMOVE TAPE

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.

RECORDING TIME

TAPE RECORDING MODE

SP LP

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

Cassette cover

NOTES:

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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 doesn’t open, close the cassette cover and try again.

●

Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the holder when it’s closing. If this happens, the holder will open automatically after a few seconds.

●

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.

●

When shooting again after already shooting a scene, a blank portion is recorded on the tape or a previously recorded scene is erased (recorded over) if you open the cassette cover, regardless of whether the cassette holder comes out or not. See page 20 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

** To protect valuable recordings . . .

..... slide the black switch on the back of the tape in

the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents this tape from being recorded over. If you decide later that you do want to record on this tape, slide the switch back to “REC” before loading the tape.

LCD monitor

Recording mode indicator

Set POWER to “REC”.

SP-LP recording mode switch

GETTING STARTED

(Cont.)

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

SET RECORDING MODE

Set SP•LP switch. “LP” (Long Play) is more economical, recording at 2/3 the speed of “SP” (Standard Play).

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

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.

Hand Strap Attachment

The provided Hand Strap helps you to keep a firm hold on the camcorder. Make sure you never hold the camcorder without using the Hand Strap.

Eyelet

Hand strap

ATTACH HAND STRAP

Slide the strap through the eyelet, pulling firmly to ensure secure attachment.

Lens Cover Detachment

When using an optional conversion lens or lens filter (commercially available), you must first detach the lens cover.

Lens cover

DETACH LENS COVER

Turn the lens cover in the direction of the arrow to detach it.

•To re-attach it, turn it in the opposite direction of the arrow.

•Do not forcefully re-attach the lens cover as this may damage its ridge, making further use of the lens cover impossible.

•Take care so that dust does not get on the lens.

Sun Hood Attachment

The sun hood shields the LCD monitor from reflection so that the user can watch it with ease even under direct sunlight. It also helps protect the monitor from damage.

LCD monitor

Sun hood

Lens

Sun hood

LCD monitor

ATTACH SUN HOOD

Mount the sun hood on the LCD monitor so that it opens when you pull A up.

•To detach, pull in the opposite direction of the arrow.

OPEN SUN HOOD

Pull A up to open the sun hood.

DETACH SUN HOOD

•If detaching is difficult, grasp the sun hood at the positions marked with a on top and bottom, and pull toward yourself.

To close the sun hood, push

Mark

NOTE:

When not using the LCD monitor, detach the sun hood and close the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor can not be closed with the sun hood attached.

To use the sun hood when tilting the LCD monitor upward 180 degrees . . .

..... it is possible to attach the sun hood upside down.

When turning over the LCD monitor, attach the sun hood upside down.

Grip Attachment

Use of the grip enables stable shooting.

Bottom of the camcorder

Tripod mounting socket

GETTING STARTED

Grip

(Cont.)

Screw

ALIGN

Align the grip's screw with the camcorder's socket for

tripod mounting,

with a and B with b.

Grip Adjustment

Pad

Grip band

When loading/unloading a cassette . . .

...... tilt the grip toward you. You can

load/unload a cassette with the grip attached.

When mounting on a tripod . . .

...... align the tripod's screw with the

To detach, turn the screw in the opposite direction of the arrow.

TIGHTEN

Tighten the screw in the directon of the arrow as in

the illustrations.

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Separate the pad. Take special care not to drop the camcorder.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the RECORDING START/STOP button and the zoom switch. Refasten the grip band.

RE-ATTACH PAD

When putting the camcorder

mounting socket on the bottom of the grip.

with the grip attached into the soft camera case . . .

...... insert with lens side down, slide

the soft camera case's flap through the grip's loop and close the flap.

Cassette cover

Bottom of the grip

Grip

Tripod mounting socket

Remote Control Unit

You can use the RM-V708U to control the camcorder when it’s attached to the Docking Station.

RECORDING START/STOP Button (Z pg. 66)

PAUSE IN connector (

ZOOM Buttons (

DISPLAY Button (Z pg. 65)

SHIFT Button (Z pg. 56)

SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons (Z pg. 53)

LEFT/RIGHT Buttons

Z pg. 56)

(

FADE/WIPE Button (Z pg. 60)

Knob

Z pg. 56)

EFFECT Button (Z pg. 57)

EFFECT ON/OFF Button (Z pg. 57)

CANCEL Button (

Z pg. 60)

Z pg. 61)

POWER ON/OFF Button

When the camcorder’s Power Dial is set to “PLAY”, you can turn the unit’s power on and off using the RM-V708U.

AUDIO MONITOR Button (Z pg. 65)

MBR SET Button (Z pg. 59)

A. DUB Button (

DOWN Button (Z pg. 56)

INSERT Button (Z pg. 66)

UP Button (Z pg. 56)

Operation Buttons (Z pg. 56, 66)

R.A. EDIT Buttons (

Z pg. 60)

Z pg. 65)

Installing The Battery

The RM-V708U uses one lithium battery (CR2025).

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

Pull out in the direction of the arrow while pressing the knob as shown.

INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER

Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have the “+” mark visible.

RE-INSERT HOLDER

Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.

RECORDING

Full Auto/Manual Operation

The following chart shows you which functions are available in the Full Auto and Manual operation modes.

According to the shooting mode selector position you have selected, "F.AUTO" or "MANUAL" appears in the upper left corner of the LCD monitor screen.

When set to "AUTO" When set to "MANUAL"

F.AUTO

PAUSE

MANUAL

PAUSE

AUTO

Shooting mode selector

MANUAL

Function Shooting mode selector position

F(ull) AUTO mode MANUAL mode

Snapshot (Z pg. 26) YES*1 (Active until reset) YES Scene (Z pg. 28, 33) YES*2 (Active until reset) YES Self-Timer (Z pg. 29) YES YES Focus (Z pg. 46) AUTO AUTO/MANUAL D.I.Stabilizer (Z pg. 31)*3 Not operational ON/OFF Exposure Control (Z pg. 47) AUTO AUTO/MANUAL White Balance (Z pg. 44) AUTO AUTO/MANUAL Digital Zoom (Z pg. 25) 20x only ON/OFF P.AE/Effects (Z pg. 40) Not operational YES FADER/WIPE (Z pg. 34) Not operational YES

*1– Only "ON" is available for "PHOTO FRAME". ("OFF" is not possible.) It is not possible to mute the

shutter sound effect.

*2– To change a setting in the system menu, follow steps on page 32. The new setting becomes available

when you engage the “F.AUTO” mode.

*3– Set to OFF at shipment.

Basic Recording

You should already have performed the necessary preparations (Z pgs. 8 – 16). Set the shooting mode selector to "AUTO" and try recording that way before attempting to use more advanced features.

NOTE:

Before starting recording, make sure you set the date and time (Z pg. 12). Even if they don’t appear during recording, you can display them during playback (Z pg. 55).

LCD monitor

PUSH-OPEN

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Press PUSH-OPEN to open the LCD monitor fully.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off automatically when it is opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

TURN ON POWER

Press the lock button located on the Power Dial and turn the Power Dial to "REC". The power lamp comes on and Record/Standby mode is engaged.

•If you don't open the LCD monitor, power cannot be turned on.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the shooting mode selector to "AUTO".

•In the “AUTO” mode, only Zoom (20x), Snapshot, 5S (if you change the setting in the System Menu, either 5SD or ANIM. (animation) becomes available — see pgs. 32, 33) and Self-Timer are available.

Power Dial

Power lamp

Lock button

OFF

AUTO

MANUAL

LCD monitor

PAUSE

Record/Standby

RECORDING START/STOP button

LCD monitor

REC

During recording

START RECORDING

When “PAUSE” appears in the LCD monitor, press RECORDING START/STOP. A beep signals the start of recording.

END RECORDING

When you’re finished recording, press RECORDING START/STOP. Close the LCD monitor; the power lamp goes out.

•When transporting, make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

•To turn power on again, open the LCD monitor.

Set the Power Dial to "OFF".

•When turning to "OFF", it is not necessary to press down the lock button.

NOTES:

●

If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode, power shuts off automatically to conserve energy and protect the heads. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Dial to “OFF”, then to “REC”. As long as you don’t take out the tape you were using or play it back, you can continue from where you left off with no noticeable brake on the recorded video.

●

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. Continue recording from where you stop so there are no gaps by following "Recording from the middle of a tape" (

●

Recored/Standby means that a tape is loaded and the camcorder is ready to record.

●

During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. If you want to hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the headphones jack.

●

The sun hood should be used when under direct sunlight.

pg. 20).

RECORDING

(Cont.)

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

When removing a tape on which you were recording, or when you resume recording on a tape after playing back the recording previously made (without taking the tape out between recordings), perform this procedure.

LCD monitor

OFF

STOP PLAY REW FF

PLAY/PAUSE REW FF

STOP

Power Dial

OFF

Lock button

RECORDING START/STOP Button

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Make sure the LCD monitor is open fully.

SELECT MODE

Press down the lock button located on the Power Dial and turn the Power Dial to "PLAY".

START SEARCH

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press REW or FF. Watch in the LCD monitor for the spot where you want to begin recording.

ENGAGE STILL MODE

Once you find the spot at which you want to start recording, press PLAY/PAUSE to engage the Still mode.

START RECORDING

Set the Power Dial to “REC” and press RECORDING START/STOP.

•Start recording from a point prior to the end of the last recording. A few seconds of the end of the last recording will be erased.

NOTE:

If you start recording from the end of the previous recording leaving no blank space, there may be situations where a clean transition is not possible.

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 Snapshot Search (Z pg. 27) and Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 60), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank portion is recorded 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 leaving a blank portion on a tape, perform the procedure in "Recording From The Middle of A Tape" (Z pg. 20) in the following cases;

•After playing back the recorded tape, when you shoot again.

•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 already shooting a scene and opening/closing the cassette cover.

NOTES:

●

The Time Code cannot be reset.

●

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

When blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code 00:00:00

Time code 05:43:21

LCD monitor

12 : 34 : 29

Time code 00:00:00

Time code is displayed during playback.

Minutes

Seconds

Frames (30 frames = 1 second)

Tape

Shooting start point

Proper recording

Time code 00:00:00

Tape

Shooting start point

Time code 05:43:21

Newly recorded sceneBlankAlready recorded scene

Shooting start pointShooting stop point

Time code 05:44:00

Latest sceneNew sceneAlready recorded scene

Shooting start pointShooting start point

Tape Remaining Indicator

The time remaining on the tape is automatically monitored and displayed in the LCD monitor (Z pg. 74). When the tape ends, “TAPE END” appears in the LCD monitor. If the LCD monitor indications are turned off (Z pg. 23), the tape remaining indicator appears when remaining time reaches 2 minutes.

RECORDING

(Cont.)

What Happens When You Shoot Sideways

If the camcorder is held horizontally (on its side) while shooting, the recorded/played-back image also appears on its side.

1 min

blinking

2 min

90min

REC

blinking

0 min

blinking

89 min

3 min

Holding The Camcorder

GRASP CAMCORDER

Grasp the camcorder with the pinkie finger positioned under the bottom of the camcorder.

•Be sure to use the provided hand strap.

•The grip is also recommended.

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Hold the camcorder with both hands for stable shooting.

•Be careful not to push the LCD monitor or the buttons you do not wish to use.

LCD monitor

IND/DISPLAY

BRIGHT

Brightness Control

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by pressing the –/+ button.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

If you want to brighten the image...

Press the "+" button.

If you want to darken the image...

Press the "–" button.

•The brightness indication appears in the LCD monitor.

LCD Monitor Indications

You can make the LCD monitor indications appear/ disappear.

PRESS IND/DISPLAY BUTTON

When you do not want the indications to appear, press the IND/DISPLAY button. Certain indications disappear. Press again to make the indicaitons reappear.

•If you keep this button pressed more than 2 seconds, the LCD monitor switches off. To turn on the LCD monitor again, keep IND/ DISPLAY pressed more than 2 seconds.

NOTE:

It is impossible to make the tape running indicator and warnings disappear from the LCD monitor.

Journalistic shooting

In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results.

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.

TILT LCD MONITOR

Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction.

•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).

Lens

RECORDING

(Cont.)

Interface Shooting

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.

TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD

Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward.

START RECORDING

Point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

•During Interface Shooting, the tape remaining indicator and warning indications (Z pgs. 74, 75) are the only ones that will be shown; they will appear horizontally reversed in the display, but are not reversed in the recording.

NOTE:

The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface shooting. However, when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indicator appears showing the remaining time: (blinking)

– –

(blinking)

–

– – –

(blinking)

Zoom

Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject (Z pg. 31).

Simply set the zoom switch to either zoom in (toward “+”) or zoom out (toward “–”). The zoom speed is variable — the quicker you set the zoom switch, the quicker the zoom action.

NOTE:

Digital zoom (20x and 100x) cannot be used while the Video Echo effect (Z pg. 41), the Picture Wipe/ Dissolve function (Z pg. 36) or the 5SD mode (Z pg. 28) are activated.

Digital zoom zone

10X zoom zone

Zoom switch

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

D T

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

D T

Zoom display

T W

D T

RECORDING

Advanced Features

Snapshot

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

Speaker

LCD monitor

PUSH-OPEN

Press SNAPSHOT during recording

SNAPSHOT

Press SNAPSHOT during Record/Standby mode

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Press the PUSH-OPEN switch and open the LCD monitor fully.

SELECT OPERATION MODE

Press the lock button located on the Power Dial and turn the Power Dial to "REC", "5S" or " ".

TAKE SNAPSHOT

Press the SNAPSHOT button. “PHOTO” appears in the LCD monitor, and the image, bordered by a white frame, will be recorded and displayed in the LCD monitor for 6 seconds. The next image then gradually overlaps the snapshot and normal recording resumes.

•When using the Snapshot function from Record/Standby, the camcorder returns to Record/Standby after 6 seconds.

•The sound effect of a shutter closing is recorded together with the image.

OFF

Power Dial

Lock button

Motor Drive mode:

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial photography. (The interval between the still pictures: approx. 0.7 seconds)

Changing the Snapshot Setting:

•Still image with no frame can also be recorded (Z pg. 32).

•When you don't want to hear the shutter sound, set BEEP/TALLY to "NO" in the system menu (Z pg. 32). Though the sound is not heard from the speaker, it is recorded on the tape.

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