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JVC GR-DVP7 Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVP7
GR-DVP5
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English only):
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INSTRUCTIONS
The camcorder
illustrations appearing in
this instruction manual are
of the GR-DVP7.
Automatic Demonstration
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
LYT0984-001A
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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DVP7. INSTRUCTIONS Automatic Demonstration GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING &...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual All major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. Notes appear after most subsections.
  • Page 3 However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
  • Page 4 Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder. CAUTION! Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Microphone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe. This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard.

  • Page 5: Provided Accessories

    NOTE: 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.
  • Page 6 How To Attach The Grip Belt 1) Remove the pad and separate the two straps. 2) Thread one end of the strap g through the eyelet, then pass the other end through the loop. 3) Repeat the same procedure to attach the strap h to the other eyelet.
  • Page 7 You can use the strap as a shoulder strap by adjusting the length with the adjuster. Because the screw may cause damage to the camcorder, make sure to attach the screw to the tripod mounting socket when carrying the camcorder.

  • Page 8: Automatic Demonstration

    Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “A” or “M” and no cassette is in the camcorder. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ...10 Grip Adjustment ...12 Viewfinder Adjustment ...12 Tripod Mounting ...13 LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ...13 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...13 Operation Mode ...14 Date/Time Settings ...15 Loading A Cassette/Unloading A Cassette ...16 Loading A Memory Card/Unloading A Memory Card ...17...

  • Page 10: Power

    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.
  • Page 11 VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA- VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA- Read the kit’s instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC BATT. RELEASE Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or...

  • Page 12: Grip Adjustment

    Grip Adjustment Loosen the belt. Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring. Be sure to tighten the belt to your preference.

  • Page 13: Tripod Mounting

    Some tripods are not equipped with studs. CAUTION: When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over.

  • Page 14: Operation Mode

    Operation Mode To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch POWER Lamp Power Switch Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/MEMORY Switch.

  • Page 15: Date/Time Settings

    However, if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When...

  • Page 16: Loading A Cassette/Unloading A Cassette

    Loading A Cassette /Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

  • Page 17: Loading A Memory Card/Unloading A Memory Card

    To load a memory card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first. To unload a memory card, push it once. After the memory card comes out of the camcorder, pull it out. Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.
  • Page 18 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ... 19 Basic Recording ... 19 Tape Remaining Time ... 19 Zooming ... 20 Journalistic Shooting ... 20 Interface Shooting ... 20 Time Code ... 21 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ... 21 VIDEO PLAYBACK ...

  • Page 19: Video Recording

    Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. Tape Remaining Time Approximate tape remaining time appears on the display. “– – min” means the camcorder is calculating the remaining time. When the remaining time reaches 2 minutes, the indication starts blinking.

  • Page 20: Zooming

    For other notes, Journalistic Shooting In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the 40xW desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270º (90º downward, 180º...

  • Page 21: Time Code

    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”...

  • Page 22: Video Playback

    (5) to fast-forward the tape. NOTES: If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “P”. The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV.

  • Page 23: Blank Search

    To cancel Blank Search midway, press 8. NOTES: Before starting Blank Search, if the current position is at a blank portion, the camcorder searches in the reverse direction. If the current position is at a recorded portion, the camcorder searches in the forward direction.

  • Page 24: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    Connections To A TV Or VCR A. Use the provided S/AV/Editing cable. S/AV/Editing cable (provided) To S/AV connector Connector Cover*** Not required for watching still images only. ** Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN connector. *** When connecting the cable, open the cover. B.
  • Page 25 NOTE: How to connect the S/AV/Editing cable... 1) Align the guide pin at the end of the S/AV/Editing cable with the guide hole on the camcorder. 2) Insert the cable straight into the hole and neighboring S/AV connector. 3) To disconnect the S/AV/Editing cable, pull the cable straight out.
  • Page 26 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK D.S.C. RECORDING ... 27 Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) ... 27 D.S.C. PLAYBACK ... 28 Normal Playback Of Images ... 28 Auto Playback Of Images ... 28 Playback Of Video Clips ... 29 Playback Of Digital Sound Effects ... 29 Index Playback Of Files ...

  • Page 27: D.s.c. Recording

    D.S.C. RECORDING Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 10) Loading A Memory Card ( pg.

  • Page 28: D.s.c. Playback

    “1024 x 768” and “1280 x 960” with another devices will be displayed thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be transferred to a PC. Images shot with devices (such as JVC GR-DVX7) that are not compatible with DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “UNSUPPORTED FILES”...

  • Page 29: Playback Of Video Clips

    Playback Of Video Clips You can view video clips ( pg. 60) stored in the memory card. Load a memory card. ( pg. 17) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the Power Switch to “P” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

  • Page 30: Index Playback Of Files

    Index Playback Of Files You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. For Index Playback of image files, perform 1 – 6 in “Normal Playback Of Images”...

  • Page 31: Removing On-Screen Display

    Removing On-Screen Display Perform steps 1 – 6 of “Normal Playback Of Images” ( pg. 28). Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or – to select “n DISPLAY”, and press SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to select “OFF”, and press SET/ SELECT.
  • Page 32 Press + or – to select “PROTECT”, and press PROTECT SET/SELECT. The Sub DELETE Menu appears. DPOF NO . RESET FORMAT D I SPLAY To protect the currently displayed file Press + or – to select “CURRENT”, and press SET/SELECT. The PROTECT PROTECT screen appears.

  • Page 33: Deleting Files

    CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion.

  • Page 34: Making A New Folder

    D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.) Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing. You can select one of the 2 print information settings for images stored in the memory card: “To Print All...
  • Page 35 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET/SELECT. The normal playback screen appears. To cancel selection, select “RETURN”. To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints Perform steps 1 – 8 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”...

  • Page 36: Initialising A Memory Card

    “NO SOUND FILES” appears. To cancel initialisation, select “RETURN”. CAUTION: Do not perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during initialisation. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Power Switch Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during initialisation.
  • Page 37 Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV IN Connector (Digital Dubbing) ...63 Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV OUT Connector (Digital Dubbing) (GR-DVP7 only) ...64 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card ...65 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...66 Audio Dubbing ...70...

  • Page 38: Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on- screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. ( VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Power Switch Lock Button MENU Button SET/SELECT Button +, – Button For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”...

  • Page 39: Recording Menus

    RECORDING MENUS 3) Press SET/SELECT. Selection is complete. Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus. REC M SOUND ZOOM SNAP GA I N 4) Press SET/SELECT. The Menu Screen returns. Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus.
  • Page 40 Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.

  • Page 41: Program Ae With Special Effects

    • Some modes of “Program AE With Special Effects” ( • “GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu. ( • “DIS” in MANUAL Menu. ( During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. (Variable Shutter Speed) The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th of a second.

  • Page 42: White Balance Adjustment

    Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance pg. 42, 56) is automatically set 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. The flash does not fire in this mode.

  • Page 43: Camera Menu

    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.
  • Page 44 Snapshot mode for video recording For details on the procedure, refer to “Snapshot (For Video Recording)” ( SNAP MODE FULL NEGA PIN-UP FRAME There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. Gain up GAIN UP AUTO Snapshot mode with no frame Nega mode Pin-Up mode Snapshot mode with frame...

  • Page 45: Manual Menu

    • When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
  • Page 46 Maximum telephoto setting Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. TELE MACRO Wide mode...

  • Page 47: System Menu

    NOTES: If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off. If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available.

  • Page 48: Display Menu

    Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. Resets all settings to the factory-preset. Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is connected to a TV.
  • Page 49 DSC Menu Picture quality QUALITY FINE STANDARD Image size IMAGE SIZE 640 x 480 1024 x 768 1280 x 960 Approximate Number of Storable Images Image Size/Picture Quality 8 MB* 640 x 480/FINE 640 x 480/STANDARD 1024 x 768/FINE 1024 x 768/STANDARD 1280 x 960/FINE 1280 x 960/STANDARD Optional...

  • Page 50: Playback Menus

    VIDEO Playback sound During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on page 38, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
  • Page 51 System Menu SYSTEM BEEP BEEP MELODY TALLY DEMO MODE Display Menu DISPLAY ON SCREEN LCD/TV DATE/TIME AUTO TIME CODE Display ON SCREEN Setting: DATE/TIME Setting: For playback sound, tape For date/time. speed and tape running during video playback. B I T / SOU pg.

  • Page 52: Features For Recording

    38, 44) Press SNAPSHOT. The “O” indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record- Standby mode. You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx.

  • Page 53: Self-Timer

    Begins blinking (Self-Timer starts) Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding the final touch to a memorable picture. Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down Switch the Lock Button located on the switch.

  • Page 54: Auto Focus

    20) If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” is set to “ON”. pg. 38, 46) FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.)

  • Page 55: Exposure Control

    To return to automatic exposure control... Press EXPOSURE twice. Or, set the Power Switch to “A”. If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the exposure control mode again. NOTE: You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when “r PROGRAM AE”...

  • Page 56: Backlight Compensation

    If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction. —...

  • Page 57: Recording Digital Sound Effects

    Power Switch To cancel recording the sound effect midway... Press D.SOUND again. The camcorder stops recording the sound effect and the sound effect indication disappears. Downloading sound data from Web Site...

  • Page 58: Navigation Function

    PAUSE CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted Displayed while the during deletion.
  • Page 59 IMPORTANT Be sure to always use the same tape and memory card together as they were during recording; otherwise, the camcorder cannot recognize Tape and Memory Card IDs to perform NAVIGATION function properly. Check if an appropriate tape and memory card are loaded when the following messages appear: “NO...

  • Page 60: E-Mail Clip Recording

    Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording. “COMPLETED” is displayed, then the camcorder re-enters the E-Mail Clip Record- Standby mode. Press E-MAIL to end E-Mail Clip Recording. The normal screen reappears. To view video clips stored in a memory card…...
  • Page 61 If the end of the tape is reached in step 7, the E-Mail Clip Record-Standby mode will be automatically cancelled. The video clip files stored with this camcorder are compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files stored with other devices cannot be played back with this camcorder.

  • Page 62: Dubbing

    It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg. 11) As the camcorder starts to play your footage, it will appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.

  • Page 63: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv In Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    ( pg. 11) If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units. If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop so that an unusual image is not dubbed.

  • Page 64: Dubbing From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Out Connector (Digital Dubbing) (Gr-Dvp7 Only)

    Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.

  • Page 65: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Play/Pause Button (4/9) Power Switch SNAPSHOT Button Lock Button MENU Button SET/SELECT +, – Button Button Load a cassette.

  • Page 66: Using The Remote Control Unit

    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. It also makes additional playback functions possible. ( pg. 68) Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)”...
  • Page 67 Zoom in/out ( pg. 20) Zoom in/out ( Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder. Pauses the tape ( pg. 68) pg. 25, 62, 74 pg. 68, 73 pg.
  • Page 68 Remote sensor Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Right or SLOW Forward Button Slow-Motion Playback Allows slow-speed search in either direction during video playback. During normal video playback, press SLOW (YI or IU) more than approx. 2 seconds. After approx.
  • Page 69 Playback Special Effects Remote sensor PLAY EFFECT EFFECT ON/OFF Allows you to add creative effects to the video playback image. The effects that can be used during playback are CLASSIC FILM, MONOTONE, SEPIA and STROBE. The effects work the same in playback as they did in recording.

  • Page 70: Audio Dubbing

    Make sure you only edit recorded areas. If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume. If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-...

  • Page 71: Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects

    Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects MENU Button INDEX Button +, – Button SET/SELECT Button D.SOUND Button/ STOP (8) Button Load the provided memory card. ( Then, perform step 1 and 2 on page 70. Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or –...

  • Page 72: Insert Editing

    PAUSE (9). The “9I” indicator and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Press START/STOP to begin editing. Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1.

  • Page 73: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]

    SHIFT for this one). You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. 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...

  • Page 74: Make Connections

    *** If necessry, use this cable for connections. ****When connecting the cable, open the cover. USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) A A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector… …Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector.
  • Page 75 Select Scenes Remote sensor FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (U) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The Random Assemble Selected parameter Editing Menu appears. If using a Wipe/Fader at –...
  • Page 76 Automatic Editing To VCR Remote sensor USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (9). Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (79), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

  • Page 77: Adjustment Of Vcr/Camcorder Timing

    Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause 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. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.

  • Page 78: System Connections

    When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the capture board.

  • Page 79: Using The Camcorder As A Webcam

    Using The Camcorder As A WebCam This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection. VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Connector Cover* To USB USB cable (provided) To USB connector USB-equipped PC When connecting the cable, open the cover. Make sure all necessary software (provided) are installed in your PC and all units are turned off.
  • Page 80 DETAILS ... 81 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 82 CAUTIONS ... 88 USER MAINTENANCE ... 91 SPECIFICATIONS ... 92 INDEX ... 94 Controls ... 94 Connectors ... 94 Indicators ... 94 Other Parts ... 94 Indications ... 96 TERMS ... 102 REFERENCES CONTENTS...

  • Page 81: Details

    When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few seconds before actual recording starts. The “T” indicator starts rotating when the camcorder actually starts recording. 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.

  • Page 82: 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/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
  • Page 83 6. During recording, sound cannot be heard. 7. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 8. Digital Zoom does not work. Video and D.S.C. Playback SYMPTOM 9. Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions do not work. 10. The LCD monitor image is distorted.
  • Page 84 Advanced features SYMPTOM 14. The focus does not adjust automatically. 15. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 16. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 17. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 18. The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.
  • Page 85 26. • The built-in clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is discharged. • The previously set date/time is erased. 27. • The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists. 28. • The Power Switch is set to “A”. 29. • Files stored in the memory card are protected.
  • Page 86 36. The cassette will not load properly. 37. The memory card will not load properly. 38. The memory card cannot be removed from the camcorder. 39. Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor. 40. Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.
  • Page 87 If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Do not eject the cassette. This will cause damage to the tape. 45. • Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears.

  • Page 88: Cautions

    General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
  • Page 89 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time.
  • Page 90 Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local 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.

  • Page 91: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.

  • Page 92: Specifications

    File size Still Image Moving Image Picture quality Approximate number of storable images Camcorder DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Approx. 4.2 W Approx. 5.0 W 43 mm x 115 mm x 80 mm (with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Approx.
  • Page 93 For Connectors S/AV S-Video output Video output Audio output Edit Headphone output Input/output (GR-DVP7 only) Output (GR-DVP5 only) For General Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge Weight Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

  • Page 94: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 1 2 3 0 q w e...

  • Page 95: Controls

    Dioptre Adjustment Control ... Connectors The connectors are located beneath the covers. S Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT (GR-DVP7) or DV OUT (GR-DVP5)] (i.Link*)... * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.

  • Page 96: Indications

    5S/Anim.: Displays the 5-Second Recording mode or Animation recording mode. ( k Wind Cut Indicator l Sound Mode Indicator (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder) m Time Code SOUND 12B IT 15:55 pg. 58) pg. 39, 40) pg.
  • Page 97 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only a Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960), 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) b Shooting Icon (Appears and blinks during shooting.) c Card Icon (Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded: Card) or (MultiMediaCard).)
  • Page 98 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording a Operation Mode b • : Night-Scope Indicator (Appears when Night-Scope is engaged.) • : Gain Up Mode (Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.) c Flash indicator (Appears when the optional flash attached to the info-shoe is ready.)
  • Page 99 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback SEARC H LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback BR I GHT a Sound Mode Indicator b Blank Search Indicator c Thumbnail storing indicator (Appears while the captured image is being 4 5 6 stored as a thumbnail image in the memory card) d Tape Speed e •U : Playback •5 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search...
  • Page 100 Warning Indications Indications Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded. Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”...
  • Page 101 Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes MODE REMOVE AND for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If REATTACH BATTERY the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

  • Page 102: Terms

    Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ...13 Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery ...15 Changing The Menu Settings ...38 Channels (Left/Right) ...50 Charging The Battery Pack ...10 Cleaning The Camcorder ...91 Clock adjustment (CLOCK ADJ.) ...15 Connections Charging ...10 Dubbing ... 62 – 65 Random Assemble Editing ...
  • Page 103 Picture Quality (QUALITY) ...49 Playback sound (SOUND MODE, 12BIT MODE) ...50 Playback Special Effects ...69 Playback Zoom ...68 Power Switch Position ...14 Program AE With Special Effects (PROGRAM AE) Classic Film (CLASSIC FILM) ...42 Monotone (MONOTONE) ...42 Night-Scope (NIGHTSCOPE) ...41 Sepia (SEPIA) ...42 Shutter Speed (SHUTTER) ...41 Snow (SNOW) ...41...
  • Page 104 Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. EG/EK 0302FOV...

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