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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DV900
GR-DV700
GR-DV500
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide
Web for Digital Video Camera:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/
The camcorder
illustrations appearing
in this instruction
manual are of the
GR-DV900.
INSTRUCTIONS
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ENGLISH
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
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10
17
23
ADVANCED FEATURES
31
REFERENCES
TERMS
64
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EN
LYT1160-001B
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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 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 (墌 pg. 76 – 81) and familiarise yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
… read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 70 through 72 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
● If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it down
and unplug it immediately. Continue using the
camcorder or AC Adapter under these
conditions could lead to fire or electric shock.
Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to
repair the malfunction yourself.
● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
● When you are not using the AC Adapter 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.
● The rating information and safty caution of the
AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric
shock or damage to
the unit, first firmly
insert the small end
of the power cord
into the AC Adapter
until it is no longer
wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power
cord into an AC outlet.
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CAUTIONS:
● 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 JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the
camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion
adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides
to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
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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 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 holder 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, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Flash, MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone or
MZ-V5U Stereo Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.
䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
” or
” and memory cards marked “
MultiMediaCard. 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
… make sure you only use memory cards with the 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
.
or
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.)
.
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Provided Accessories
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● AC Adapter
AP-V13E, AP-V11E or
AP-V13A
● Power Cord
● Battery Pack
BN-V408U-B
● Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA
plug)
● USB Cable
● Editing Cable
● CD-ROM
● Remote Control Unit
RM-V717U
● Memory Card 8 MB
(Already inserted in the
camcorder)
● Lens Cap
(墌 pg. 7 for
attachment)
● Core Filter (for optional
S-Video cable 墌 pg. 6
for attachment)
● AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
● Shoulder Strap
(墌 pg. 7 for attachment)
● Audio Cable x 2
(for connection of optional
headphones and external
microphone 墌 pg. 6)
NOTES:
● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or
more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to
the camcorder.
● Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
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How To Use The Audio Cable
When using optional headphones or external
microphone, connect to the provided Audio cable
(with a core filter attached), then connect the Audio
cable to the camcorder. The core filter reduces
interference.
Stereo microphone
Stereo headphones
Audio cable
(provided)
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How To Attach The Core Filter (for
optional S-Video cable)
Attach the core filter to an optional S-Video cable.
The core filter reduces interference.
1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core
filter.
Stopper
2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving
approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug
and the core filter. Wind the cable twice around
the outside of the core filter as shown in the
illustration.
● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
3 cm
Open the
connector cover.
3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.
Wind twice.
Core filter
To MIC
To
(headphones)
NOTES:
● If the core filter cannot be attached to the S-Video
cable you have, use the optional YTU94146B
S-Video cable. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for
details on its availability.
● Take care not to damage the cable.
● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the
core filter to the camcorder.
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through the eyelet a.
How To Attach The Strap
1 Following the illustration, thread the strap
2 Fold it back and thread it through the buckle b.
3 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of
the strap to the other eyelet c located under the
Grip Strap.
4 Confirm the strap is not twisted.
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How To Attach The Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to
the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the
cap is flush to the camcorder.
● During shooting
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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
9
GETTING STARTED
10
Power .......................................................................10
Grip Adjustment .......................................................12
Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................12
Tripod Mounting ......................................................12
LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...................................12
Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ......................13
Operation Mode .......................................................13
Date/Time Settings ....................................................14
Loading A Cassette
/Unloading A Cassette ..........................................15
Loading A Memory Card
/Unloading A Memory Card .................................16
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
17
VIDEO RECORDING ....................................................17
Basic Recording ........................................................17
Tape Remaining Time ...............................................18
Zooming ...................................................................18
Journalistic Shooting .................................................18
Time Code ................................................................19
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ....................19
VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................................................20
Normal Playback ......................................................20
Still Playback ............................................................20
Shuttle Search ...........................................................21
Blank Search ............................................................21
Connections To A TV Or VCR ..................................22
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
23
D.S.C. RECORDING .....................................................23
Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ..............................23
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .......................................................24
Normal Playback Of Images .....................................24
Auto Playback Of Images .........................................24
Playback Of Video Clips ...........................................25
Playback Of Title Images ..........................................25
Index Playback Of Files ............................................26
Viewing File Information ..........................................26
Removing On-Screen Display ...................................26
Protecting Files .........................................................27
Deleting Files ...........................................................28
Resetting The File Name ...........................................29
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ...................29
Initialising A Memory Card .......................................30
CONTENTS
ADVANCED FEATURES
31
MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .......................... 31
Changing The Menu Settings .................................... 31
RECORDING MENUS .................................................. 32
Wipe Or Fader Effects .............................................. 32
Program AE With Special Effects ............................... 33
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 34
PLAYBACK MENUS ..................................................... 39
FEATURES FOR RECORDING ....................................... 41
Night Scope ............................................................. 41
Snapshot (For Video Recording) ............................... 41
Self-Timer ................................................................. 42
Auto Focus ............................................................... 43
Manual Focus ........................................................... 43
Exposure Control ...................................................... 44
Iris Lock ................................................................... 44
Backlight Compensation ........................................... 45
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 45
Manual White Balance Adjustment .......................... 45
NAVIGATION Function ........................................... 46
E-Mail Clip Recording .............................................. 48
Title Impose ............................................................. 49
DUBBING .................................................................. 50
Dubbing To Or From A VCR .................................... 50
Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV IN Connector (Digital Dubbing) .................. 51
Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV OUT Connector (Digital Dubbing) .............. 52
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To
A Memory Card..................................................... 53
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ........................... 54
Audio Dubbing ........................................................ 56
Insert Editing ............................................................ 57
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ........................ 58
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS .............................................. 62
Connection To A Personal Computer ....................... 62
Using The Camcorder As A WebCam ....................... 63
REFERENCES
64
DETAILS .................................................................... 64
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 65
CAUTIONS ................................................................. 70
USER MAINTENANCE .................................................. 73
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 74
INDEX ....................................................................... 76
TERMS
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