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DIGITAL CAMCORDER
GR-DVA1
INSTRUCTIONS
Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on
the World Wide Web and answer our
Consumer Survey (in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/index-e.html
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which is located on the bottom of
cabinet. Retain this information for
future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
ENGLISH
EN
LYT0217-001A

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMCORDER GR-DVA1 INSTRUCTIONS Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/index-e.html For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet.
  • Page 2 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 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.

  • Page 3: Important Product Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    ... 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.)

  • Page 6: About Dv

    Chrominance (C) Color Difference AUDIO Signal (B-Y) This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape. Head tracking direction Sub-Code Area The Time Code and Date/Time data are written here, separate from the video data.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ABOUT DV GETTING STARTED Power ... 8 Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ... 10 Date/Time Settings ... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette... 12 Recording Mode Setting ... 13 Grip Adjustment ... 14 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 14 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 15 Tripod Mounting ...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. Power This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you To AC outlet choose the most appropriate source of power. NOTES: No function is available without power supply.

  • Page 9: Using Ac Power

    The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer. To DC IN jack...

  • Page 10: Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

    Slot Battery holder GETTING STARTED Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings. SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit’s power. REMOVE BATTERY HOLDER Pull out the battery holder. INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have the “+”...

  • Page 11: Date/Time Settings

    It is your choice to display it or not during playback ( pg. 41). SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. •The power lamp comes on and the camcorder is turned on. ACCESS RECORDING MENU Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears. ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU Move the highlight bar to “TO DATE/TIME MENU”...

  • Page 12: Loading/Unloading A Cassette

    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. When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cover.

  • Page 13: Recording Mode Setting

    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.

  • Page 14: Grip Adjustment

    Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop Button Set “POWER” to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”) PAUSE GETTING STARTED Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP Separate the Velcro strip. INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever.

  • Page 15: Shoulder Strap Attachment

    Then tighten the screw. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod. , then fold it back and...

  • Page 16: Recording

    Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens cover, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). •The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. •The scene you are aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”...

  • Page 17: Viewfinder Indications

    “Recording from the middle of a tape” ( The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the cover closed. While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker. Viewfinder Indications You can make the Viewfinder indications appear/ disappear.

  • Page 18: Picture Stabilizer

    • When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting. • When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ cannot be used. Basic Recording (cont.) Zooming pg.

  • Page 19: Video Light

    30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video light and people or objects. Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. Video Light FEATURE: PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
  • Page 20 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”...

  • Page 21: Advanced Features

    Press the Select Dial twice. Selection is complete and the menu disappears. NOTES: Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The display appears on the connected TV . The Indicator/Display function overrides these settings.

  • Page 22: Recording 16

    DEMO. MODE RETURN During snapshot PHOTO RECORDING Snapshot Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. ACCESS RECORDING MENU Press MENU.

  • Page 23: Motor Drive Mode

    FULL* (Snapshot mode with no frame) FRAME* (Snapshot mode with frame) PIN-UP (Pin-Up mode) MULTI 4 (Multi-Analyzer 4) MULTI 9 (Multi Analyzer 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.

  • Page 24: Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

    – – – – – Normal Screen RECORDING Using Menu 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. ACCESS RECORDING MENU Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”, then press MENU.
  • Page 25 Recording Menu Explanations Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on the tape used REC MODE pg. 13). WIDE MODE SQUEEZE CINEMA ZOOM 160X GAIN UP AUTO TELE MACRO TO DATE/TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU : Factory-preset Select “OFF”...
  • Page 26 WIND CUT SOUND MODE 32 kHz 48 kHz This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a ID NUMBER computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.
  • Page 27 Select Dial Recording Start/ Stop Button Display Manual Mode Item FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO Menu W. BALANCE AUTO FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT RETURN FADER / WIPE WIPE – SHUTTER Fader/Wipe Menu RANDOM SEL. FADER – WHITE FADER – BLACK FADER –...

  • Page 28: Start Recording

    START RECORDING If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of the end of the previous recording (without having turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene wipes out, revealing the new scene. NOTES: You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe by pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button.
  • Page 29 The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the center toward the top and bottom of the screen. When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the effect used in scene transition (from ). The Picture Wipe/Dissolve function is not available.

  • Page 30: Program Ae With Special Effects

    Select Dial Display Manual Mode Item FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO Menu W. BALANCE AUTO FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT RETURN P. AE / EFFECT P.AE/EFFECT Menu TWILIGHT SEPIA MONOTONE SEL. 4 CLASSIC FILM STROBE SLOW 4X SLOW 10X PAUSE The indicator for the selected mode appears, and the selected mode is engaged.

  • Page 31: Classic Film

    White Balance ( pg. 36) is initially set to can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.

  • Page 32: Auto Focus

    Advanced Features (cont.) Focusing AUTO FOCUS The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 1.5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

  • Page 33: Manual Focus

    Select Dial Power Switch Display Manual Mode Item FOCUS MANUAL EXPOSURE AUTO Menu W. BALANCE AUTO FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT RETURN FOCUS FOCUS MANUAL FOCUS NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments ( pg. 14). If you have not, do so before continuing.

  • Page 34: Exposure Control

    Select Dial Display Manual Mode Item FOCUS AUTO Menu EXPOSURE MANUAL W. BALANCE AUTO FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT RETURN EXP. To darken the image EXP. EXP. To brighten the image Exposure control indicator RECORDING Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override and make the adjustment manually.

  • Page 35: Iris Lock

    Select Dial Power Switch Display Manual Mode Item FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE MANUAL Menu W. BALANCE AUTO FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT RETURN EXP. Iris lock indicator Iris Lock Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the viewfinder), or when you want to lock the brightness level.

  • Page 36: White Balance Adjustment

    If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction.

  • Page 37: Manual White Balance Operation

    White paper Select Dial Power Switch Display Manual Mode FOCUS AUTO Item Menu EXPOSURE AUTO W. BALANCE AUTO FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT RETURN PRO. Manual White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation If the camera is operating in PRO. mode, perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.

  • Page 38: Playback Basic Playback

    Press REW (2) to rewind, or FF (3) to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. NOTES: The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.

  • Page 39: Shuttle Search

    2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) again. NOTE: If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off. Shuttle Search...

  • Page 40: Advanced Features

    MENU Button Select Dial Display 48kHz MODE FULL SOUND 32kHz MODE SOUND1 SYNCHRO 0 . 0 DISPLAY TIMECODE Playback Menu 48kHz MODE FULL SOUND 32kHz MODE SOUND1 SYNCHRO 0 . 0 DISPLAY TIMECODE Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions: Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp, Display and Time Code.

  • Page 41: Playback Sound

    Playback Sound During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. (32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1” and 48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND”.)

  • Page 42: Connections

    These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors Use the provided S-Video cable and the optional Audio cable. Connector cover* To S-VIDEO OUT Connector cover*...
  • Page 43 CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual. SUPPLY POWER Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

  • Page 44: Tape Dubbing

    Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Also refer to pg. 42 and 43. PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

  • Page 45: Using The Remote Control Unit

    Knob Remote sensor The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. The RM-V712U remote control unit (optional) makes additional playback functions possible.
  • Page 46 With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). Transmits the beam signal. Zoom in/out ( pg. 18) — — — Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder. — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 47 This is not a malfunction. There may be a small margin between the slow- motion playback start point you chose and the start point at which the camcorder actually begins playback in slow motion. RM-V712U (optional) During Slow-motion playback, there will be disturbances in video.
  • Page 48 Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. while keeping Make sure the remote control is pointed at the SHIFT held down. camcorder’s remote sensor. •Pressing T zooms in. END ZOOM Press and hold W until magnification returns to normal.

  • Page 49: Playback Special Effects

    START PLAYBACK Press PLAY (4). ACCESS PLAYBACK EFFECT SELECT MENU Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select Menu appears. SELECT PLAYBACK EFFECT Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT.

  • Page 50: Random Assemble Editing

    (A) (B) PHILIPS PANASONIC IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try SANYO another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
  • Page 51 40) to show or hide the Date/Time and the Time Code on the recording. To show or hide all indications except for the Random Assemble Editing Menu, press DISPLAY on the camcorder for longer than 1 second. When Random Assemble Editing starts, its indications disappear and are not recorded on the new tape.
  • Page 52 Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total program time exactly. Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or Black &...
  • Page 53 CANCEL AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR PREPARE SOURCE TAPE Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE MODE Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

  • Page 54: For More Accurate Editing

    Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Standby to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want.
  • Page 55 (Recording deck) ADJUSTMENT OF VCR’S AGAINST CAMCORDER TIMING ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A. EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU. The Playback Menu appears.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and remove the clock battery;...
  • Page 57 SYMPTOM 10. The tape is moving, but there is no picture. 11. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 12. Digital Zoom does not work. 13. Program AE with special effects and Fade/Wipe Effects do not work. 14. The Black & White Fader does not work.
  • Page 58 17. •Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated pg. 28). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 28). •The camcorder automati-...
  • Page 59 When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
  • Page 60 “SP” and recording goes on. 34. •The lens cover is closed. 35. •This is not a malfunction. 36. •The camcorder was turned on when the battery power was almost gone. (cont.) CORRECTIVE ACTION 32. •To protect the battery, it is...

  • Page 61: User Maintenance

    Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack. Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to close the lens cover. Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth. •Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt.

  • Page 62: Index

    INDEX & Controls, Connectors and Indicators 3 4 5 6...

  • Page 63: Other Parts

    Random Assemble Editing ( •It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer. •JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal.

  • Page 64: Indications

    Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to cut down on noise created by wind. ( Displays the date/time. Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. Appears when the iris is locked. Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.

  • Page 65: Warning Indications

    (battery, etc.), clock battery and wait a few minutes for the E01 — E06 indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Viewfinder Indications During Playback DEC 25 ’...

  • Page 66: Terms

    Battery Pack ... Car Battery ... Charge Marker ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Clock (Lithium) Battery ... Connections ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Demonstration Mode ... Digital Zoom ...

  • Page 67: Cautions

    (1 ft.) between the video light and people or object. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas...

  • Page 68: Main Unit

    In order to maintain a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups are recommended after using the unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer. About moisture condensation . . . You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass’...

  • Page 69: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder General Power supply Power consumption Light on Light off Format Signal format Video signal recording format Cassette Tape speed Maximum recording time Pickup Lens Filter diameter Viewfinder Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Connectors S-Video JLIP...
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  • Page 72 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 1998 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0898TOV...

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