ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
6
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GETTING STARTED
7 – 14
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
15 – 24
GR-DVL817
GR-DVL517
GR-DVL515
GR-DVL317
VIDEO RECORDING............16 – 20
VIDEO PLAYBACK..............21 – 24
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
25 – 36
D.S.C. RECORDING ............26 – 27
D.S.C. PLAYBACK ..............28 – 36
ADVANCED
FEATURES
37 – 69
FOR RECORDING ................38 – 45
USING THE MENU FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ......46 – 51
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and
answer our Consumer Survey (in English only):
DUBBING .........................52 – 55
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................56 – 67
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........68 – 69
REFERENCES
70 – 91
DETAILS ...................................71
TROUBLESHOOTING ............72 – 76
USER MAINTENANCE ...................77
INDEX .............................78 – 84
CAUTIONS ........................85 – 87
TERMS ............................88 – 89
SPECIFICATIONS .................90 – 91
INSTRUCTIONS
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.
The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features
are available on GR-DVL817.
Model No.
Serial No.
LYT0711-001A
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EN3
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 (3-15/16") 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.)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Read these instructions.
(2) Keep these instructions.
(3) Heed all warnings.
(10) Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer, or
sold with the
(4) Follow all instructions.
apparatus. When a
(5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
(6) Clean only with dry cloth.
cart is used, use
caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
(7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
manufacturer’s instructions.
(8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
(12) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as
lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying
or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the
unit, or in a malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette 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 the unit on top of the
TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in
damage.
Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “
” can be used with this unit.
” and memory cards* marked “
” or
“
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
or
.
.... 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.)
*Memory cards can be used with GR-DVL817 only.
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Adapter
AP-V10U
•Remote Control Unit
RM-V716U (GR-DVL817
only)
•Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U (GR-DVL517/
DVL515/DVL317 only)
•Battery Pack
BN-V408U
•Shoulder Strap
•Lens Cap (੬ pg. 6 for
attachment)
•Memory Card
•AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
•CD-ROM
(GR-DVL817/DVL517/
DVL515 only)
8 MB (GR-DVL817 only)
(Already inserted in the
camcorder)
•Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
•Editing Cable
(GR-DVL817 only)
•PC Connection Cable
(GR-DVL517/DVL515 only)
•USB Cable
(GR-DVL817 only)
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped
with one or more core filter.
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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE”
is set to “ON” (factory-preset).
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
no cassette is in the camcorder.
Ⅲ Performing any operation during the demonstration stops
the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed
for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.
Ⅲ “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder
Lock Button
power is turned off.
Power Switch
Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch and press the MENU/
BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.
Sub Menu
2. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
SYSTEM”
DEMO MODE
–
OFF
ON
and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.
3. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “DEMO
MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “OFF” and
press it.
5. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “1RETURN”,
and press it twice. The normal screen appears.
GR-DVL817 only
NOTE:
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration
activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
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 camera.
1
2
3
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GETTING STARTED
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GETTING STARTED
CONTENTS
Power.................................................. 8 – 9
Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10
Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. 10
Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 10
Tripod Mounting.......................................... 10
Date/Time Settings...................................... 11
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 12
Recording Mode Setting ................................. 13
Loading A Memory Card (GR-DVL817 only) .............. 14
Picture Quality Mode Setting (GR-DVL817 only) ......... 14
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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BAT. RELEASE Switch
Power
This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
provided power supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1
3
Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on the
2
1
battery pack pointing downward, push the battery
pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then
slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3.
Power Switch
Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC
Adapter to the camcorder 4.
2
3
Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet 5.
The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to
indicate charging has started.
CHARGE Lamp
Battery pack
When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the
AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the
camcorder.
4
AC Adapter
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
.... slide BAT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
5
NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,
remove it first.
To AC outlet
To DC
connector
4
● During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.
● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is
used.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after
a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp may not light.
In this case, remove the battery pack from the
camcorder, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short
even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn
out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new
one.
Battery pack
Charging time
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 2 hrs.
BN-V408U
BN-V416U (optional)
BN-V428U (optional)
approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.
● Using the optional AA-V40U AC Power Adapter/
Charger, you can charge the BN-V408U/V416U/V428U
battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot
be used as an AC adapter.
For other notes, ੬ pg. 71
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USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTENTION:
Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”
(੬ pg. 8).
Before detaching the power source, make
sure that the camcorder’s power is turned
off. Failure to do so can result in a
camcorder malfunction.
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
LCD monitor on
Viewfinder on
BN-V408U
1 hr.
1 hr. 15 min.
(40 min.)
NOTES:
(35 min.)
● Recording time is reduced significantly under
the following conditions:
BN-V416U
(optional)
2 hrs.
(1 hr. 10 min.)
2 hrs. 30 min.
(1 hr. 20 min.)
•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly.
BN-V428U
(optional)
3 hrs. 30 min.
(2 hrs.)
4 hrs. 20 min.
(2 hrs. 20 min.)
•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
•The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
● Before extended use, it is recommended that
you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3
times the planned shooting time.
BN-V840U
(optional)
5 hrs.
6 hrs. 15 min.
(3 hrs. 20 min.)
(2 hrs. 55 min.)
BN-V856U
(optional)
7 hrs.
(4 hrs.)
8 hrs. 40 min.
(4 hrs. 40 min.)
(
) : when the video light is on
INFORMATION:
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:
VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger
VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger
Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Adapter provided with this camcorder. Use only
the AA-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger
for BN-V856U battery pack. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect the
BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
AC Adapter
●The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
●For other notes, ੬ pg. 71.
To DC connector
To AC outlet
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a
short circuit and possibly start a fire.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold
temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens,
place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the
camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
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Power Zoom Lever
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
2
3
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
Recording Start/
Stop button
Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip,
to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button
and Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. Be
sure to fasten the Velcro strip to your preference.
Power Switch
Viewfinder Adjustment
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch.
Diopter
Adjustment Control
1
2
Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly
focused.
PAUSE
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Make sure the battery pack is removed.
1 Following the illustration, thread the strap
through the eyelet 1, then fold it back and
thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to
the other eyelet 3 located under the Grip Strap.
Confirm the strap is not twisted.
1
2
3
Tripod Mounting
CAUTION:
When attaching the camera to a tripod,
extend its legs to stabilize the camcorder. It
is not advised to use small sized tripods.
This may cause damage to the unit by
falling over.
To attach the camera to a tripod, align the
1
direction stud and screw to the mounting socket
and stud hole on the camera. Then tighten the
screw clockwise. Some tripods are not
equipped with studs.
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Power Lamp
Date/Time Settings
The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its
display can be turned on or off during playback
(੬ pg. 50, 51).
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. The power
lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
1
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to access the
2
3
Menu Screen.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
Lock Button
“
DISPLAY”. Press it and the DISPLAY Menu
appears.
Power Switch
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “CLOCK
ADJ.”. Press it and “month” is highlighted.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to input the month.
Press it. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and
minute.
4
Display
W I P E / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BALANCE
CAMERA
OF
F
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
MANUAL
“1RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu Screen
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
DSC
closes.
GR-DVL817 only
DISPLAY Menu
NOTE:
END
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first date/
time parameter (month), the clock stops. When you finish
setting the minute and press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in,
the date and time begin operation from the date and time
you just set.
ON SCREEN
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
–
–
–
LCD / TV
AUTO
OFF
DEC 25 ’01
ADJ .
5 : 30 PM
RETURN
CLOCK
ADJ .
DEC 25 ’01
5 : 30 PM
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Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Erase protection tab*
The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
cassette.
Make sure the
window side is
facing out.
Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the
1
2
arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it
locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.
•Do not touch internal components.
PUSH HERE
Cassette
holder
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 holder cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not
apply force. Replace the battery with a fully charged
one before continuing.
Cassette holder
cover
Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
OPEN/EJECT Switch
3
Approximate recording time
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . .
.... slide the erase protection tab on the back of
the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This
prevents the tape from being recorded over.
To record on this tape, slide the tab back to
“REC” before loading it.
Recording mode
Tape
SP
LP
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
30 min.
60 min.
80 min.
45 min.
90 min.
120 min.
Be sure to press only the section labeled “PUSH
HERE” to close the cassette holder; touching
other parts may cause your finger to get caught
in the cassette holder, resulting in injury or
product damage.
NOTES:
● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try
again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
● If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few
minutes later, insert it again.
● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before
opening the cassette holder cover.
● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the camcorder.
● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder is
closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the power on
before loading or unloading.
● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on the
tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette holder
came out or not. See page 20 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Power Lamp
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. The power
lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
1
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
2
3
Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“
CAMERA” and press it. The CAMERA Menu
appears.
Lock Button
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “REC
MODE” and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select
“SP” or “LP” by rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel
and press it. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to
select “1RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu
Screen closes.
•Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 66) and Insert Editing
(੬ pg. 67) are impossible on a tape recorded in the
LP mode.
4
Power Switch
Display
Menu Screen
Sub Menu
REC MODE
–
SP
LP
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
NOTES:
● If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode
on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
● During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be
momentary pauses in the sound.
GR-DVL817 only
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
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Clipped edge
Memory card
Label
Power Lamp
Display
QUAL I TY
–
–
F I NE
STANDARD
Card Cover
Lock Button
Power Switch
Loading A Memory Card
Picture Quality Mode Setting
(GR-DVL817 only)
(GR-DVL817 only)
The provided memory card is already inserted in the
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.
The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best
match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are
available: FINE and STANDARD (in order of quality).
Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
1
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder turns on.
1
Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
2
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Insert the memory card clipped edge first.
2
3
4
Screen appears.
3
•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side
of the label.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
DSC” and press it. The DSC Menu appears.
To close the card cover, push it until you hear a
click.
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“QUALITY” and press it. The Sub Menu
appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to
select the desired mode and press it.
To Unload A Memory Card . . .
.... in step 3 push the memory card, which then
comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it
out and close the card cover.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
5
“
RETURN”, and press it twice. The Menu
Screen closes.
NOTES:
● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked
Approximate Number of Storable Images
“
“
” or MultiMediaCards marked
”.
Memory Card
Picture Quality Mode
● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible
with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory
card , consult its manufacturer or dealer.
● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to
FORMAT the card. ੬ pg. 36.
FINE
100
200
400
800
STANDARD
8 MB (provided)
16 MB (optional)
32 MB (optional)
64 MB (optional)
200
400
800
1600
ATTENTION:
NOTE:
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
memory card to be corrupted or cause the
camcorder to become unable to recognize
whether or not the card is installed.
The number of storable images depends on the
selected picture quality as well as the composition of
the subjects in the images and the type of memory
card being used.
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VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
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VIDEO RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
CONTENTS
VIDEO RECORDING ....................... 16 – 20
Basic Recording...................................... 16
Journalistic Shooting ................................ 17
Self-Recording ....................................... 17
Operation Mode ..................................... 17
Zooming ............................................. 18
Video Light .......................................... 19
Time Code ............................................ 20
VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................... 21 – 24
Normal Playback .................................... 21
Still Playback ........................................ 21
Shuttle Search ....................................... 21
Frame-By-Frame Playback ......................... 21
Connections ...................................22 – 23
Blank Search ......................................... 24
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VIDEO RECORDING
Basic Recording
16
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Power lamp
Power Switch
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 8)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 10)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 10)
● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 12)
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 13)
During
shooting
Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it.
Lock Button
1 GR-DVL817 only: Press PUSH OPEN, open the LCD
monitor and set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
Display
2
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
25min
Tape remaining
time indicator
(Approximate)
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
the LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/
downward for best viewability.
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the LCD
monitor.
min
(Now calculating)
3 min
90 min
89 min
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.
0 min
(Blinking)
1 min
(Blinking)
2 min
(Blinking)
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “
”
3
appears while recording is in progress.
BR I GHT
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
.... rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel until the bright level
indicator on the display moves and the appropriate
brightness is reached.
180°
90°
•If you are using the GR-DVL515, it is also possible to
adjust the brightness of the viewfinder by closing the
LCD monitor and adjusting as described above.
NOTES:
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the
camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”,
then back to “ ” or “ ”.
PUSH-OPEN
Button
VIDEO/DSC Switch
(GR-DVL817 only)
● The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder. It will appear in the
viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock
position, and it will appear on the LCD monitor when
fully extended.
Tally lamp (lights while
recording is in progress)
● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes
on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may
occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to
“Recording from the middle of a tape” (੬ pg. 20).
● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, ੬ pg. 46, 48.
For other notes, ੬ pg. 71
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JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
In some situations, different shooting angles may
Self-Recording
provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in
the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most
convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward,
180° upward).
SELF-RECORDING
You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image
in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it
upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens
toward yourself and start recording.
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.
Operation Mode
Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your
preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/DSC
Switch (GR-DVL817 only).
Power Switch
Power lamp
Power Switch Position
(Manual):
Allows you to set various recording functions using the
Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full
Auto recording, try this mode.
Lock Button
(Full Auto):
Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual
adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817
only; open the LCD monitor to
access this switch.)
:
•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
•Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape
to a computer (GR-DVL517/DVL515/DVL317 only).
•Allows you to display a still image stored in the memory
card or to transfer a still image stored in the memory card
to a computer (GR-DVL817 only).
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”, “
”
appears. When set to “ ” or “
”, there is no
VIDEO/DSC Switch Position
(GR-DVL817 only)
indication.
(GR-DVL817 only)
VIDEO:
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If
“REC SELECT” is set to “
/
” in the DSC Menu
Screen, still images are also recorded in the memory card.
:
When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
Allows you to record a still image or display a still image
stored in the memory card.
the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “
”, “
”
appears. When set to “VIDEO”, there is no
indication.
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Zoom in (T: Telephoto)
FEATURE: Zooming
1
x
W
T
PURPOSE:
10
x
W
T
20
x
W
T
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
40
x
W
T
OPERATION:
Zoom In
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.
Zoom Out
Zoom out (W: Wide angle)
Digital zoom zone
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.
Ⅲ The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the
quicker the zoom action.
Zoom display
NOTES:
10
x
W
T
● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(੬ pg. 43), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 400X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
optical zoom (੬ pg. 47).
10X (optical)
zoom zone
● Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
Approximate zoom ratio
● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
Power Zoom Lever
● Digital zoom cannot be used when digital image
processing, such as Picture Wipe/Dissolve
(੬ pg. 40, 41) or Video Echo (੬ pg. 39), is
activated.
● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is
set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in
the Menu Screen on page 48.
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FEATURE: Video Light
PURPOSE:
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
OPERATION:
Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:
OFF : Turns off the light.
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the
subject.
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch
(Open the LCD monitor to
access this switch.)
ON
: Always keeps the light on as long as the
camcorder is turned on.
Ⅲ The video light can only be used with the
camcorder’s power on.
Ⅲ It is recommended to set the white balance
(੬ pg. 45) to
when you use the video light.
Ⅲ When not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
DANGER
NOTES:
Ⅲ The video light can become
extremely hot. Do not touch
it either while in operation or
soon after turning it off,
● Even if the battery indicator (
) does not blink
due to low battery charge, the camcorder may turn
off automatically when you turn on the video light,
or when you start recording with the video light
turned on.
otherwise serious injury may
result.
● When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:
•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video
light may keep turning on and off. In this case,
manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT
OFF/AUTO/ON.
•While the “SHUTTER” or “SPORTS” mode
(੬ pg. 39) is engaged, the light is likely to stay
on.
•While the “TWILIGHT” mode (੬ pg. 39) is
engaged, the light will not activate.
•While the “Night-Alive” mode (੬ pg. 38) is
engaged, the light will not activate.
Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the
carrying case immediately after using the
video light, since it remains extremely
hot for some time.
Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of
about 30 cm (11-13/16") between the
video light and people or objects.
Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive
materials.
Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video
light.
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Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded
scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 61 – 65), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time
code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time
codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The
Middle of A Tape” below in the following cases;
•When shooting again after playing back a
Display
recorded tape.
Frames are not displayed
during recording.
•When power shuts off during shooting.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting.
Minutes
Seconds
•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.
•When shooting on a blank portion located
partway through the tape.
•When shooting again after shooting a scene
then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
Frames
(30 frames = 1 second)
12 : 34 : 24
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (੬ pg. 24) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,
then engage the Still Playback mode (੬ pg. 21).
2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then
start recording.
NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 49, 50).
When a blank portion is recorded on a tape
Time code
00:00:00
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
00:00:00
Tape
Already recorded scene
Blank
Newly recorded scene
Shooting start point
Shooting stop point
Shooting start point
Proper recording
Time code
00:00:00
Time code
05:43:21
Time code
05:44:00
Tape
Already recorded scene
New scene
Latest scene
Shooting start point
Shooting start point
Shooting start point
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Normal Playback
Load a tape (੬ pg. 12).
1
2
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817
only), then set the Power Switch to “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
To start playback, press 4/6.
•To stop playback, press 5.
Lock Button
Power Switch
•Press
during Stop mode.
2
to rewind, or
3
to fast-forward the tape
Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)
Play/Pause Button (4/6)
To Control The Speaker Volume . . .
.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to
turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the
volume.
Rewind Button (2
)
Fast-Forward
Button (3
)
Stop Button (5)
NOTES:
● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is
supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automati-
cally. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then
to “
”.
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 22).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor
with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
Speaker
•When power is supplied from a battery: the “
”
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817
only; open the LCD monitor to
access this switch)
When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “
not appear.
” does
•During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound
is not heard from the speaker.
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.
1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● 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.
● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilizes the still image.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.
1) Press
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, press and hold or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you
release it, normal playback resumes.
3
for forward or
2
for reverse search during playback.
2
● A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.
1) Engage Still Playback.
2) Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for reverse
Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.
Ⅲ To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● If you are using the GR-DVL817, you can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback
(੬ pg. 59).
Slow-Motion Playback/Playback Special Effects (GR-DVL817 only) and
Playback Zoom
Available only with the remote control (provided) (੬ pg. 59, 60).
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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
Connector cover*
S-Video cable
(optional)
To TV or VCR
To S
TV
To S-VIDEO IN
To AV
White to
AUDIO L IN**
Audio/Video cable
(provided)
Red to
NOTE:
VCR
AUDIO R IN**
In order to maintain optimum performance of
the camcorder, provided cables may be
Yellow:
Not connected
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.
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors
Connector cover*
TV
To TV or VCR
White to
AUDIO L IN**
Audio/Video cable
(provided)
To AV
Red to
AUDIO R IN**
VCR
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.
Yellow to
VIDEO IN
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
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NOTES:
Make sure all units are turned off.
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack
(੬ pg. 9).
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 22).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
If not . . . go to step 4.
● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the
YTU94146A S-Video cable.
Consult the JVC Service Center described on the
sheet included in the package for details on its
availability. Make sure to connect the end with a
core filter to the camcorder. The core filter
reduces interference.
Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
3
4
5
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape or memory
card*, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” or
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
“
”, then set your TV to the appropriate input
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the
TV to its VIDEO mode.
mode.
*GR-DVL817 only
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camcorder is turned on.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the
TV as interference will occur in the camcorder
playback picture.
To choose whether or not the following displays
appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF”
in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape
Running Displays for video playback
Or
Directory/File Names and Image Number/Total
Number of Images for D.S.C. Playback
(GR-DVL817 only)
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control
(provided with GR-DVL817 only).
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BLANK SEARCH Button
Blank Search
Helps you find where you should start recording in the
middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption (੬pg. 20).
Load a tape (੬ pg. 12).
1
2
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817
only), then set the Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Lock Button
Press BLANK SEARCH.
3
•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the
camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward
shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is about
3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the
detected blank portion.
Power Switch
Display
44
To cancel Blank Search midway . . .
.... press 5.
BLANK SEARCH
NOTES:
● In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the
camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the
current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder
searches in the forward direction.
● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared
with the tape.
Stop Button (5)
● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during
Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.
● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape
may not be detected.
● The detected blank portion may be located between
recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure
there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817
only; open the LCD monitor to
access this switch)
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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
The D.S.C. (Digital Still Camera) features
are available on GR-DVL817.
CONTENTS
D.S.C. RECORDING ....................... 26 – 27
Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ...................26 – 27
D.S.C. PLAYBACK ......................... 28 – 36
Normal Playback .................................... 28
Auto Playback ....................................... 28
INDEX Screen ........................................ 29
Index Playback ...................................... 29
Jump Playback ...................................... 30
Protecting Images ................................... 31
Deleting Images ............................. 32 – 33
Setting Print Information
(DPOF Setting) .............................. 34 – 35
Initializing A Memory Card ......................... 36
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SNAPSHOT Button
Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for
taking snapshots.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 8)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 10)
● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 10)
● Loading A Memory Card (੬ pg. 14)
● Picture Quality Mode Setting (੬ pg. 14)
Lock Button
Power Switch
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
1
Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
2
3
4
5
Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
CAMERA”. Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch.)
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “SNAP
MODE”, then press it.
Display
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired Snapshot mode, then press it.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
Menu Screen
SNAP MODE
–
P I N–UP
FRAME
FULL
MULT I –
MULT I –
“
1RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen
closes.
4
9
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
Press SNAPSHOT.
1
The image is recorded in the memory card.
•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or
“
”), Snapshot recording takes place using the
selected Snapshot mode.
Picture Quality
Displays the quality of the stored image: FINE or STD
(standard) (in order of quality) (੬ pg. 14).
F I NE
10 / 100
Number of shots taken
Displays the number of images that have already been shot.
Total number of shots
Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored, including those already taken.
The number increases or decreases depending on the shots stored, the Picture Quality mode, etc.
Card icon
Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
Shooting icon
Appears and blinks during shooting.
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To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .
PIN-UP
Pin-Up mode*
.... when unwanted still images are stored in the memory
card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting Images”
(੬ pg. 32) and delete unwanted still images.
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .
.... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set
“BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46, 48).
The sound is no longer heard from the speaker.
FRAME
Snapshot mode
with frame*
NOTES:
● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot
recording will be performed in the FULL mode during
Digital Zoom or Night-Alive (੬ pg. 38).
● Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 47), the Stabilizer
will be disabled.
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks
when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Program AE with special effects (੬ pg. 38) is
engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a
case, the icon blinks.
FULL
Snapshot mode
with no frame*
● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when
the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and power is
supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off
automatically to save power. To perform shooting again,
set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “ ” or “ ”.
● The Motor Drive mode (੬ pg. 42) is disabled when the
MULTI-4
Multi-Analyzer 4
VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “
”.
● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rules for
Camera File systems). They do not have any compatibil-
ity with devices which are not compliant to DCF.
MULTI-9
Multi-Analyzer 9
* There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.
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Fast-Forward (3
Button
)
Normal Playback
Lock Button
Images shot with the camcorder are automatically
numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory
card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much
like flipping through a photo album.
Play (4/6) Button
Rewind (2
Button
)
Stop (5) Button
Load a memory card (੬ pg. 14).
Power Switch
1
2
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button.
•A stored image is displayed.
Press
Press
3
2
to display the next image.
to display the previous image.
3
VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch.)
Auto Playback
[For Normal Playback]
[For Auto Playback]
You can run through all the images stored in memory
automatically.
To display the next image
Display
Perform steps 1 and 2 above.
100
-
0010
10
/ 24
1
2
Press 4/6.
•If you press
2
during Auto Playback, images are
displayed in descending order.
•If you press
3
during Auto Playback, images are
JAN 10 ’01
JAN 10 ’01
JAN 10 ’01
JAN 10 ’01
displayed in ascending order.
100
-0011
11
/
24
To end Auto Playback, press 5.
3
NOTES:
● Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-
numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image,
because new images are automatically stored after the
last-recorded one.
● Images shot in a file size other than VGA with devices
that are compatible with DCF (Design rules for Camera
File systems) will be displayed as reduced-size thumb-
nail images. These thumbnail images cannot be
transferred to a PC.
100
-
0012
12
/
24
● Images shot with devices that are not compatible with
DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “Unsup-
ported Data!” will be displayed.
100-
0013
/
13
24
Directory and File names
Displays the directory and file names.
Shows that the selected shot is in a directory called “100” and its file name is
“DVC00013”.
Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using a number which is
larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are in use. If the
file name reaches DVC09999, a new directory will be made and the file name
will start again from DVC00001.
In the playback screen, the directory and only the last four digits of the file name
are displayed.
Image number
To display the
previous image
Displays the index
number of the image
file (੬ pg. 29).
Date
Displays the date when the image was
shot (if “DATE/TIME” is set to “ON” in
the Menu Screen ੬ pg. 50 – 51).
Total number of images
Displays the total number of stored images.
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Picture quality
Index number
INDEX Screen
The images you shot can be displayed together with their
index information. Convenient for checking images shot
beforehand, the INDEX Screen also shows the Picture
quality as well as which images are protected against
accidental erasure.
Selected image
EXIT
<INDEX>
1
F
2
S
F
1: Index number
Index numbers are marked from 1. For example, when 10
images are stored (index number: 1 to 10), if three images
with index numbers 2, 4 and 6 are deleted from memory,
the remaining images are automatically moved up to fill
any gaps in the numerical sequence. Therefore, the
number of remaining images is 7, and the new index
numbers range from 1 to 7.
4
F
5
F
6
F/S: Picture Quality
Protect icon
Displays the quality of the stored image. There are 2
modes available: FINE and STANDARD (in order of
quality) (੬ pg. 14).
: Protect icon
When an image is protected against its accidental erasure,
a padlock mark appears next to the Picture Quality
indicator, and that image cannot be deleted.
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Selected Image
An image is framed in green when it is selected. Rotate the
MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the green frame to the
desired image.
Display
V I DEO
I NDEX
Index Playback
Menu Screen
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
MEMORY
PROTECT
DELETE
DPOF
You can view the images stored in memory six at a time.
Use this mode when looking for an image you wish to view.
FORMAT
Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” on
1
2
pg. 28.
END
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Rotate the
MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
MEMORY” and
Playback Screen
press it. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“INDEX” and press it. The INDEX Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the green
frame to the desired image and press it. The image
selected in the INDEX Screen is displayed.
3
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Jump Playback
When viewing still images stored in a memory card, you
can call up directly an image you want to view by
specifying its index number.
JUMP Button
Press JUMP during Normal Playback (੬ pg. 28).
1
2
The Jump Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to enter the index
number of the desired image and press it.
•The image for the selected index number is
displayed.
•To cancel the Jump Playback while the Jump Screen
is being displayed, press JUMP again.
Display
Jump Screen
JUMP MENU
Total number of
images
10 / 50
[
[
]
]
SELECT / SET
MENU
JUMP
CANCEL
Index number
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Protecting Images
The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of
images. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the
Picture Quality indication, that image cannot be deleted.
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
1
2
3
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button.
•A stored image is displayed.
Lock Button
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to
Power Switch
select “
MEMORY” and press it. The MEMORY
Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“PROTECT” and press it. The PROTECT Index Screen
appears.
TO PROTECT AN IMAGE
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3
above.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch)
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the green
4
5
frame to the desired image and press it. A “
padlock mark appears on the selected image.
”
Display
Repeat this procedure for all images you do not wish
to delete by accident.
Menu Screen
I NDEX
PROTECT
DELETE
DPOF
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel upward to select
“EXIT” and press it. The normal playback screen
appears.
FORMAT
RETURN
NOTE:
When the memory is initialized or corrupted, even
protected images are deleted. If you do not want to lose
important images, transfer them to a PC and save them.
EXIT <PROTECT>
PROTECT Index
Screen
1
F
2
S
3
6
S
F
TO REMOVE PROTECTION
4
F
5
F
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3
above.
Padlock mark
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the green
4
5
frame to the desired image and press it. The “
”
Normal playback
If Protection
is removed
padlock mark located above the image disappears
and the image is no longer protected.
Repeat this procedure for all images from which you
wish to remove protection.
EXIT <PROTECT>
1
F
2
S
3
6
S
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel upward to select
“EXIT” and press it. The normal playback screen
appears.
4
F
5
F
F
Normal playback
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EN
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Deleting Images
Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time
or all at once.
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
1
2
3
Lock Button.
•A stored image is displayed.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to
Lock Button
select “
MEMORY” and press it. The MEMORY
Menu appears.
Power Switch
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “DELETE”
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
TO DELETE THE DISPLAYED IMAGE
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“CURRENT” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation
4
Screen appears.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch)
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“EXECUTE” and press it. The currently displayed
5
image is deleted.
•If “CURRENT IMAGE IS PROTECTED” appears, the
image is protected and cannot be deleted
(੬ pg. 31).
Display
NEXT <DELETE>
DELETE Index
Screen
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it.
1
F
2
S
3
6
S
F
TO SELECT AN IMAGE BY BROWSING
IMAGES STORED IN MEMORY
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.
4
F
5
F
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “SELECT”
DELETE
Deletion
Confirmation
Screen
and press it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.
4
5
SELECT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the green
frame to the desired image that you wish to delete
and press it. An “ ” appears above the selected
image.
Repeat this procedure for all images that you wish to
delete.
To deselect an image, press the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel in again. The “ ” disappears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel upward to select
“NEXT” and press it. The Deletion Confirmation
6
Screen appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“EXECUTE” and press it. The selected images are
deleted and the normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it.
7
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TO DELETE ALL IMAGES
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on
pg. 32.
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ALL” and
press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
4
5
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“EXECUTE” and press it. All the images are deleted.
•To cancel deletion, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it.
NOTES:
● Protected images (੬ pg. 31) cannot be deleted with the
above operation. To delete them, remove protection
first.
● Once images are deleted, they cannot be restored.
Check images before deleting.
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
Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the
battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the
memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.
(੬ pg. 36)
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Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)
34
EN
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print
Order Format) standard in order to support future systems
such as automatic printing, which records information
about the still images you wish to print (such as the
number of prints to make). There are 2 print information
settings available: “To print all still images (one print for
each)” explained below and “To print by selecting still
images and no. of prints” (੬ pg. 35).
Lock Button
TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES (ONE PRINT
FOR EACH)
Power Switch
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
1
2
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button.
•A stored image is displayed.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to
select “
MEMORY” and press it. The MEMORY
Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “DPOF”
VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch)
3
4
and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ALL” and
press it. Selection is complete. The Confirmation
Screen appears.
Display
Menu Screen
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“EXECUTE” and press it. The normal playback screen
appears.
•To cancel selection, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it.
DPOF
–
SELECT
ALL
RESET
5
To Reset The Setting . . .
.... select “RESET” in step 4. The setting is reset to 0 for all
still images.
DPOF
Confirmation
Screen
ALL
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
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TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
AND NO. OF PRINTS
Perform steps 1 through 3 on pg. 34.
1
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to selsect “SELECT”
2
and press it. Selection is complete. The DPOF Screen
appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to move the green
3
4
frame to the image you wish to print and press it.
Select the number of prints by rotating the MENU/
BRIGHT wheel towards “+” to increase the number,
or towards “–” to decrease the number and press it.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of prints.
•The number of prints can be set up to 15.
•To correct the number of prints, select the image
again and change the number.
Display
DPOF
NEXT
<
>
DPOF Screen
19 00
20 00
21
22 00
23 00
24 00
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel upward to select
“NEXT” and press it. Selection is complete. The
Confirmation Screen appears.
5
6
DPOF
Confirmation
Screen
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“EXECUTE” and press it. The normal playback screen
appears.
•To cancel selection, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it.
SELECT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .
.... select “RESET” in step 4 on pg. 34. The number of
prints is reset to 0 for all still images.
CAUTION:
While performing the above, never disconnect power,
as this may cause the memory to be corrupted.
NOTES:
● If you load a memory card already set as shown above
in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints of
the selected still images automatically.
● To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a
memory card (੬ pg. 55).
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Initializing A Memory Card
You can initialize a memory card anytime.
After initializing, all images and data stored in the
memory card, including those which have been
protected, are cleared.
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
1
2
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button.
•A stored image is displayed.
Lock Button
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to
Power Switch
select “
MEMORY” and press it. The MEMORY
Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“FORMAT” and press it. The Confirmation Screen
appears.
3
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“EXECUTE” and press it. The memory card is
initialized. When initialization is finished, “NO
IMAGES STORED” appears.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the
LCD monitor to access this switch)
•To cancel initialization, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT
wheel to select “CANCEL” and press it.
Display
CAUTION:
Menu Screen
I NDEX
Do not perform any other operation (such as turning
off the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure
to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card
may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted
during initialization. If the memory card becomes
corrupted initialize it.
PROTECT
DELETE
DPOF
FORMAT
CANCEL
EXECUTE
RETURN
FORMAT
FORMAT
–
CANCEL
EXECUTE
ERASE ALL
EX I ST I NG DATA
?
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ADVANCED FEATURES
CONTENTS
FOR RECORDING ............................................ 38 – 45
Night-Alive ............................................................. 38
Program AE With Special Effects ..............................38 – 39
Fade/Wipe Effects ..............................................40 – 41
Snapshot (For Video Recording) ...................................... 42
Auto Focus/Manual Focus ............................................. 43
Exposure Control ....................................................... 44
Iris Lock ................................................................. 44
White Balance Adjustment ............................................ 45
Manual White Balance Operation..................................... 45
USING THE MENU FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT .......... 46 – 51
For Recording Menu.............................................46 – 49
For Playback Menu .............................................50 – 51
DUBBING ..................................................... 52 – 55
Dubbing To A VCR...................................................... 52
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit With A DV Connector ........... 53
Dubbing Images Stored In A Memory Card To A Tape
(GR-DVL817 only) ......................................................... 54
Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card
(GR-DVL817 only) ......................................................... 55
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ...................... 56 – 67
Installing The Batteries/Installing The Battery ..................... 56
Slow-Motion Playback (GR-DVL817 only) .............................. 59
Frame-By-Frame Playback (GR-DVL817 only) .......................... 59
Playback Special Effects (GR-DVL817 only) ............................. 59
Playback Zoom ......................................................... 60
Random Assemble Editing ......................................61 – 64
For More Accurate Editing ............................................. 65
Audio Dubbing .......................................................... 66
Insert Editing (GR-DVL817 only) ......................................... 67
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ..................................... 68 – 69
Connection To A Personal Computer .................................. 68
Connection To A Video Unit With A DV Connector .................. 69
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NOTES:
Night-Alive
● During Night-Alive, the following functions
or settings cannot be activated and its
indicator blinks or goes out:
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they
would be under good natural lighting. Although the
recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing
due to the slow shutter speed.
•Some modes of “Program AE With Special
Effects” (੬ pg. 38, 39), “Picture Wipe/
Dissolve” (੬ pg. 40. 41).
•“GAIN UP” in CAMERA MENU (੬ pg. 47).
•“DIS” in MANUAL MENU (੬ pg. 47).
•“Video light” when LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
is set to “AUTO” (੬ pg. 19).
● During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to
bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent
this, use of a tripod is recommended.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch.
1
2
Press NIGHT-ALIVE so that the Night-Alive indicator
“
”appears.
•The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to
provide up to 30 times sensitivity.
•“A” appears beside “ ” while the shutter speed is
being automatically adjusted.
To Deactivate Night-Alive . . .
.... press NIGHT-ALIVE again so that the Night-Alive
indicator disappears.
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Program AE With Special Effects
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
1
2
3
4
the Lock Button located on the switch.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears.
Lock Button
Power Switch
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
PROGRAM AE”, then press it.
NIGHT-ALIVE Button
P.AE Button
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired mode (੬ pg. 39), then press it. Selection is
complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.
The Menu Screen closes.
Press P.AE so that the selected effect indicator
5
appears.
To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .
.... press P.AE again so that the effect indicator disappears.
NOTES:
Display
● Program AE with special effects can be changed during
recording or during Record-Standby.
● Some modes of Program AE special effects cannot be
used during Night-Alive.
SHUTTER1/100
SPORTS
SNO
W
SPOTL I GHT
T
W
I L I GHT
SEP I A
MONOTONE
CLASS I C F I LM
STROBE
IMPORTANT:
SLOW
4X
SLOW
10
X
Some modes of Program AE with special effects
cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects (੬ pg.
40, 41). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator
blinks or goes out.
GR-DVL817 only
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SHUTTER
MONOTONE
1/60–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a
second. Black bands that usually appear when
shooting a TV screen become narrower.
1/100–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting
under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is
reduced.
Like black and white films, your footage is shot in
B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it
enhances the “classic film” effect.
CLASSIC FILM
SPORTS
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.
(Variable Shutter
Speed: 1/250 –
1/4000)
This setting allows fast-moving images to be
captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable
slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter
speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the
shutter function under good lighting conditions.
STROBE
Your recording looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
SNOW
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright
surroundings such as in the snow.
SLOW (Slow Shutter)
Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting. Use
“SLOW” only in dark areas.
SPOTLIGHT
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise
appear too bright when shooting under extremely
strong direct lighting such as spotlights.
SLOW 4X
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow
shooting in dark environments.
NOTE:
“SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the
exposure control (੬ pg. 44).
SLOW 10X
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to allow
shooting in even darker environments.
NOTES:
● When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a
strobe-like effect.
● If the manual focus indicator blinks when
“SLOW” is used, adjust focus manually and use
a tripod.
TWILIGHT
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
White Balance (੬ pg. 45) is initially set to
,
but can be changed to your desired setting. When
Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically
adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to
infinity. From less than 10 m (32 ft), adjust the
focus manually.
VIDEO ECHO
SEPIA
Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your
recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification
of over 10X is not available.
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a
classic look.
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EN
FADE/WIPE SELECTION (
,
)
,
,
,
Fade/Wipe Effects
,
,
,
,
and
These effects let you make pro-style scene
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition
from one scene to the next. You can also vary
transitions from scene to scene.
Fade or Wipe works when video recording is started or
when you stop recording.
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”
IMPORTANT:
1
(GR-DVL817 only), then set the Power Switch to
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with
certain modes of Program AE with special
effects (੬ pg. 38, 39). If an unusable Fade/
Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or
goes out.
“
” while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears.
2
3
4
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
WIPE/FADER”, then press it.
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired function, then press it. Selection is complete.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again.
•The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect is
reserved. The indicator representing the selected
effect appears.
Power Switch
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the
Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
5
Lock Button
Recording Start/Stop Button
To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .
.... select “OFF” in step 4.
PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION
(
,
,
,
,
,
and
)
The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video recording
is started.
Follow steps 1 through 4 above.
1
2
VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817
only; open the LCD monitor to
access this switch)
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during
recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button when one
scene is finished. The point at which the scene
ended is stored in memory.
NOTES:
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-
Standby mode . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
recording and press it again when one scene is
finished. The point at which the scene ended is
stored in memory.
● You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe
by pressing and holding the Recording Start/
Stop Button.
● If the power is turned off after a scene is
finished recording, the stored point is erased,
disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve combina-
tion. When this happens, the Picture Wipe/
Dissolve indicator blinks. Also note that
power shuts off automatically if 5 minutes
elapse in the Record-Standby mode.
● The sound at the end of the last recorded
scene is not stored.
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-
Standby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/
Dissolve . . .
.... the point at which the scene ended is already
stored in memory.
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.
● Picture Wipe/Dissolve cannot be used while
Night-Alive is being activated (੬ pg. 38).
3
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Fader And Wipe Menu
Menu
Effect
Fade in or out with a white screen.
FADER — WHITE
FADER — BLACK
FADER — B.W
MOSAIC
Fade in or out with a black screen.
Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out
from color to black and white.
Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect.
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left
corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black
screen.
WIPE — CORNER
The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward
the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the
center.
WIPE — WINDOW
WIPE — SLIDE
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,
revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from
left and right to cover the scene.
WIPE — DOOR
The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or
wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.
WIPE — SCROLL
WIPE — SHUTTER
Wipe in from the center of a black screen toward the top and bottom,
or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the center leaving a
black screen.
The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.
DISSOLVE
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right
corner to the lower left corner.
WIPE — CORNER
WIPE — WINDOW
The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the screen
toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to
left.
WIPE — SLIDE
The previous scene wipes out from the center to the right and left, like
a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
WIPE — DOOR
WIPE — SCROLL
WIPE — SHUTTER
The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the
screen to the top.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the center toward
the top and bottom of the screen.
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SNAPSHOT Button
Snapshot (For Video Recording)
This feature lets you record still images that look like
photographs onto a tape.
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817
only), then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
1
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen
appears.
Lock Button
2
3
4
5
Power Switch
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
CAMERA”. Press it and the CAMERA Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “SNAP
MODE”, then press it.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the desired
Snapshot mode, then press it.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“
1RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•The available Snapshot modes are the same as those on
pg. 27.
VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817
only; open the LCD monitor to
access this switch.)
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
Press SNAPSHOT.
1 If you press during Record-Standby . . .
Display
..... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be recorded
for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters
the Record-Standby mode.
Menu Screen
If you press during Recording . . .
..... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be recorded
for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording
resumes.
SNAP MODE
–
P I N–UP
FRAME
FULL
MULT I –
MULT I –
4
9
•Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or “ ”),
Snapshot recording takes place using the selected
Snapshot mode.
Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to serial
photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
NOTES:
● To remove the shutter sound, ੬ “BEEP” on pg. 46, 48.
● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot recording will be performed in the FULL mode during Digital
Zoom or Night-Alive (੬ pg. 38).
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Program AE with special effects (੬ pg. 38) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are
disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 47), the Stabilizer will be disabled.
● The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC SELECT” is set to “
(੬ pg. 49).
/
” in the Menu Screen
● During tape playback as well, all snapshot modes are available when “
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50). However, the shutter sound is not heard.
COPY” is set to “OFF” in the
● During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no
effect in the recorded image.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is
recorded onto the tape.
●
will appear while the snapshot is being taken.
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While focusing on a further
subject
While focusing on a nearer
subject
Focus detection zone
FEATURE: Auto Focus
PURPOSE:
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.
5 cm (2") 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.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or
a clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking:
,
,
and
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a
piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry
naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first (੬ pg. 18). 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” (੬ pg. 48) is activated.
FEATURE: Manual Focus
PURPOSE:
To obtain correct focus.
OPERATION:
1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments
(੬ pg. 10).
2) Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press
FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears.
3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+”. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.
4) Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to “ ”.
If FOCUS is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.
NOTES:
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If
you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
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Exposure Control
Iris Lock
Use this function in the following situations:
•When shooting a moving subject.
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the
following situations:
•When the distance to the subject changes (so its
size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes),
such as when the subject is backing away.
•When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
•When shooting objects under a spotlight.
•When zooming.
•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the
background is too bright.
•When shooting on a reflective natural background
such as at the beach or when skiing.
•When the background is overly dark or the subject
light.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even
when the subject moves away from you, the image
will not darken or brighten.
Before the following steps, perform steps 1 and 2 of
“Exposure Control”.
1
2
3
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Press EXPOSURE. The exposure control
indicator appear.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+”
to brighten the image, or towards “–” to darken
the image. (maximum 6)
Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
3
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
the MENU/BRIGHT wheel for over 2 seconds.
The exposure control indicator and “
appear.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. “
changes to “ ” and the iris is locked.
”
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Exposure
adjustment is complete.
4
”
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
.... press EXPOSURE twice or set the Power Switch
to “ ”. (If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the
camcorder will enter the exposure adjustment
mode again.)
Iris lock indicator
BACKLIGHT Button (3
)
3
EXPOSURE
Button (2
To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .
)
.... press BACKLIGHT.
is displayed and the
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
subject is brightened. If pressed again,
disappears and the brightness returns to the
previous level.
•+3 exposure has the same effect as the
BACKLIGHT Button.
•Using BACKLIGHT may cause the light around the
subject to become too bright and the subject to
become white.
Power Switch
•Backlight compensations is also available when the
Power Switch is set to “ ”.
To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
.... press EXPOSURE twice so that the exposure
control indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the
Power Switch to “ ”.
•Pressing the BACKLIGHT button has no effect
when the manual Exposure Control mode is
engaged.
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .
.... after step 2 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the
exposure rotating the MENU/BRIGHT wheel.
Then lock the iris in step 3 of “Iris Lock”. For
automatic locking, press EXPOSURE twice in
step 2. The iris becomes automatic after about
2 seconds.
Iris
Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-
lit environments to keep too much light from
entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in
more light.
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White Balance Adjustment
Manual White Balance Operation
A term that refers to the correctness of color
reproduction under various lighting. If the white
balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately
reproduced.
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
various types of lighting.
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
1
2
adjustment, and select “
MWB”.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators
control this function manually to achieve a more
professional color/tint reproduction.
Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that
the white paper fills the screen.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in until
1
2
3
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
3
4
begins blinking rapidly.
When the setting is completed,
normal blinking.
resumes
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in twice. The
Menu Screen closes and the Manual White
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“
W.BALANCE”, then press it. The
Balance indicator
is displayed.
W.BALANCE Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
4
desired mode.
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
“AUTO”
– White balance is adjusted
automatically (factory
preset).
“
MWB”
FINE”
– White balance is set
manually.
“
“
“
– Outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.
HALOGEN” – A video light or similar type
White paper
of lighting is used.
Power Switch
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. Selection is
complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in
again. The Menu Screen closes and the selected
mode indicator except “AUTO” appears.
5
To Change The Tint For Recording . . .
.... in step 2, substitute colored paper for white. The
white balance is adjusted based on the color,
changing the tint. Red paper = deeper green;
blue paper = orange; yellow paper = deeper
purple.
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power
Switch to “ ”.
NOTE:
NOTES:
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or
Monotone (੬ pg. 39) is activated.
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually
(੬ pg. 43).
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature is
different depending on the light source, the subject
tint will differ depending on the white balance
settings. Use this function for a more natural result.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or
the battery removed.
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
For Recording Menu
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings (੬ pg. 47 – 49) .
Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
1
2
3
the Lock Button located on the switch.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears.
Lock Button
Menu Screen
Power Switch
Display
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired function menu, and press it. The selected
function menu appears.
WIPE / FADER
OFF
PROGRAM AE
W. BALANCE
CAMERA
Function menu setting depends on the function.
MANUAL
4 If you have selected “
SYSTEM
WIPE/FADER”,
W. BALANCE” . . .
REC MODE
SOUND MODE
ZOOM
–
–
–
–
–
SP
D I SPLAY
DSC
12B I T
“
PROGRAM AE” or “
.... see pg. 47.
If you have selected “ CAMERA”, “
SYSTEM”, “ DISPLAY” or “
40
FULL
AGC
X
SNAP MODE
GA I N UP
END
MANUAL”,
DSC” (GR-
RETURN
“
DVL817 only) . . .
.... go to step 5.
Sub Menu
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired function and press it. The Sub Menu appears.
Then, rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
parameter, and press it. Selection is complete.
D I S
–
OFF
ON
5
6
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“
1RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen
closes.
BEEP
–
–
–
–
–
MELODY
ON
TALLY
•The
icon represents “END”.
I D NUMBER
DEMO . MODE
S I DE LED
CAM RESET
0 6
ON
ON
RETURN
ON SCREEN
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
CLOCK
–
–
–
LCD / TV
AUTO
OFF
DEC 25 ’01
ADJ .
5 : 30 PM
RETURN
QUAL I TY
REC SELECT
–
–
F I NE
W I P E / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BALANCE
CAMERA
MANUAL
SYSTEM
RETURN
D I SPLAY
DSC
END
Normal Screen
*Actual menus differ by model and may appear
differently from these illustrations. Some menu
items may not be unavailable on your model.
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Menu Screen Explanations
Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (੬ pg. 40, 41).
WIPE/FADER
PROGRAM AE
W.BALANCE
Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 38, 39).
Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance
Operation” (੬ pg. 45).
REC MODE
Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your
preference (੬ pg. 13).
Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is
recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the
32 kHz mode of previous models)
SOUND
MODE
12 BIT
Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equiva-
lent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)
16 BIT
10X
When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will
reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.
ZOOM
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum
of 40X digital magnification.
40X
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum
of 400X digital magnification.
400X
SNAP MODE
Refer to “Basic Shooting (Snapshot)” (੬ pg. 26) or “Snapshot (For Video
Recording)” (੬ pg. 42).
GAIN UP
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.
The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
OFF
AGC
AUTO
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/30 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a
subject in low or poor lighting at 1/30 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter
image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth or
natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed is
being automatically adjusted, “
” is displayed.
DIS
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
OFF
ON
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or
under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
•When shooting dark or dim subjects.
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.
•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “
” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be used.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “ CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.
● The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
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Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
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EN
TELE
MACRO
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the
zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m (3.3 ft.) to the
subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set
to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx.
60 cm (2 ft.).
OFF
ON
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
WIDE
MODE
Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a
normal screen ratio.
OFF
Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on
wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut
CINEMA
and the screen ratio becomes 16:9.
appears. When using this mode, refer
to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on
4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and
bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.
•The “CINEMA” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817 only).
For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the
SQUEEZE
image to fit the screen without distortion.
appears. When using this
mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/
recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated
vertically.
•The “SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817 only).
Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.
WIND
CUT
OFF
ON
Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “
” appears. The quality of the
sound will change. This is normal. Even though not heard while shooting,
shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
BEEP
OFF
Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.
BEEP
The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end
of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 26, 42).
Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also
activates the shutter sound effect (੬ pg. 26, 42).
MELODY
TALLY
OFF
ON
The tally lamp remains off at all times.
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
ID
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer
using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
NUMBER
(GR-DVL517/
DVL515/
DVL317 only)
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “
● “
MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
SYSTEM” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” are also applied when the
Power Switch is set to “
” (੬ pg. 50).
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DEMO
MODE
OFF
ON
Automatic demonstration will not take place.
Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc.,
and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO
MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstration starts.
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that,
the demonstration will resume.
NOTES:
● If a tape 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.
After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.
The Side LED indicator (੬ p. 78, 79) lights on the camcorder when the
Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.
SIDE LED
ON
OFF
Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.
Resets all settings to the factory-preset.
CAM
RESET
CANCEL
EXECUTE
LCD
Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from
appearing on the connected TV screen.
ON
SCREEN
Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is
connected to a TV.
LCD/TV
The date/time does not appear.
DATE/
TIME
OFF
Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:
•When the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “ ” or “ ”.
•When video playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when
scenes are recorded.
AUTO
•When the date is changed during video playback.
The date/time is always displayed.
Time code is not displayed.
ON
OFF
ON
TIME
CODE
Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame
numbers are not displayed during recording.
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 11).
CLOCK ADJ.
(GR-DVL817 only)
QUALITY Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE and STANDARD) depending on your
preference (੬ pg. 14).
When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/DSC Switch set to
“VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape.
REC
SELECT
When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/DSC Switch set to
“VIDEO”, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the
memory card.
/
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● “ SYSTEM” and “
DISPLAY” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” are also applied
when the Power Switch is set to “
”.
● The “
” (੬ pg. 50). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the Power Switch is set to
“
DISPLAY” settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “ON SCREEN” setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control (provided
with GR-DVL817 only) (੬ pg. 23, 52, 62).
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MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
For Playback Menu
The following procedure applies to all except Synchro
Comp (੬ pg. 65).
Power
Switch
Set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing down
1
2
3
the Lock Button located on the switch.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Screen appears.
Lock Button
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the desired
function menu, and press it. The selected function
menu appears.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Display
V I DEO
SOUND MODE
12B I T MODE
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
COPY
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the desired
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
MEMORY
4
5
6
function, and press it to display the Sub Menu.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the
desired parameter and press it. Selection is complete.
END
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
“
1RETURN” and press it twice to close the Menu
Screen.
SOUND MODE
12B I T MODE
SYNCHRO
–
–
–
–
–
STEREO
SOUND
O . O
SP
1
REC MODE
COPY
OFF
Menu Screen Explanations
SOUND MODE ੬ pg. 51.
RETURN
12BIT MODE
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
੬ pg. 51.
੬ pg. 65.
BEEP
–
–
–
–
–
MELODY
TALLY
ON
0 6
I D NUMBER
Allows you to set the video
recording mode (SP or LP)
depending on your preference
(੬ pg. 13).
It is recommended you use “REC
MODE” in the “
DEMO . MODE
S I DE LED
CAM RESET
ON
ON
RETURN
VIDEO” Menu
when using this camcorder as a
recorder during digital dubbing
(੬ pg. 53).
ON SCREEN
DATE / T I ME
T I ME CODE
–
–
–
LCD / TV
AUTO
OFF
ON: Enables dubbing of images
COPY
recorded on a tape to a memory
(GR-DVL817 only) card (੬ pg. 55).
RETURN
OFF: Enables snapshots to be taken
during video playback.
V I DEO
I NDEX
SYSTEM
D I SPLAY
MEMORY
PROTECT
DELETE
DPOF
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FORMAT
END
NOTES:
*Actual menus differ by model and may appear
differently from these illustrations. Some menu
items may not be unavailable on your model.
● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN settings by
pressing DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with
GR-DVL817 only).
● “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set
to “
” or “ ” (੬ pg. 13, 47).
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Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
DISPLAY
ON SCREEN setting:
4
6
12B I T / SOUND
1
SP
100
-
/
0001
50
1
Each setting is linked with “
DISPLAY” or
“
SYSTEM”, which appears when the Power
Switch is set to “ ” (੬ pg. 48, 49).
The parameters are the same as in the
description on pg. 48, 49.
For playback sound, tape
speed and tape running
during video playback.
For directory, file name,
index number and total
number during D.S.C.
playback (GR-DVL817
only).
DATE/TIME setting:
੬ pg. 28 – 36 (GR-DVL817 only)
For date during D.S.C.
playback (GR-DVL817
only).
For date/time during
video playback.
DEC 25 ’01
5 : 30 PM
DEC 25 ’01
TIME CODE setting: For time code.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames*
*30 frames = 1 second
12 : 34 : 24
PLAYBACK SOUND
During video 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 pg. 50, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the
desired parameter.
STEREO
SOUND MODE SOUND L
SOUND R
Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.
Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.
MIX
Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on
both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
12BIT MODE
SOUND 1
Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
SOUND 2
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions,
“12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)
● The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or
rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.
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Dubbing To A VCR
Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and
the VCR. Also refer to pg. 22 and 23.
1
2
Connector cover*
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817
only), then set the camcorder’s Power Switch to
Power
Switch
“
” while pressing down the Lock Button located
on the switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
3
4
To AV
To S
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just
before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press
4/6 on the camcorder.
Audio/Video
cable (provided)
S-Video cable
(optional)
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
5
6
7
Record mode.
White to
AUDIO L IN
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
4/6 on the camcorder.
Yellow to
VIDEO** IN
Red to
AUDIO R IN
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
To
S-VIDEO IN
VCR
* When connecting the cables,
open this cover.
** Connect when an S-Video cable
is not used.
TV
NOTES:
● 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.
● Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do, they
are being recorded onto the new tape.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50). Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control (provided with GR-DVL817 only).
● 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.
● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable.
Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability.
Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
● You can use Playback Zoom (੬ pg. 60) or Playback Special Effects (GR-DVL817 only, ੬ pg. 59) in step 5.
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VIDEO/DSC Switch
(GR-DVL817 only)
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the
camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV
connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any
image or sound deterioration.
[To use this camcorder as a player]
Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the
camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input
1
To DV
IN/OUT
connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817
only), set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
while pressing down the Lock Button located on the
switch, turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the video
unit.
Lock Button
2
”
Core filter
DV cable
(optional)
Power Switch
Press
4
to play back the source tape.
3
4
Core filter
While watching the playback on the monitor, engage
the DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode
from the spot on the source tape you want to begin
recording.
To DV
IN/OUT
Video unit equipped
with DV connector
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply
instead of the battery pack (੬pg. 9).
● 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.
● Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, some-
times the image may not appear in step 4. If this occurs, turn
off the power and make connections again.
PLAY (4
STOP (5)
)
● If “Playback Zoom” (੬ pg. 60), “Playback Special Effects”
(GR-DVL817 only, ੬ pg. 59) or “Snapshot” is attempted
during playback, only the original playback image recorded
on the tape is output from the DV IN/OUT connector.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC
VC-VDV204U DV cable.
To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder . . .
1. Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817 only), then turn the Power Switch to “
” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
2. Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50)
3. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration and load a cassette to record on.
DV. IN
4. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to engage the Record-Pause mode. “
” appears on the screen.
5. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to start recording.
rotates.
6. Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to engage the Record-Pause mode.
stops rotating.
NOTES:
● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current
“SOUND MODE” setting (੬ pg. 47).
● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the video or audio connectors.
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SNAPSHOT Button
Dubbing Images Stored In A Memory Card
To A Tape (GR-DVL817 only)
Images can be dubbed from a memory card to a tape.
Load a memory card (੬ pg. 14) and cassette
1
2
(੬ pg. 12).
To locate the point where you wish to dub a still
image, play back the tape. Stop playback at the
desired point.
Lock Button
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “
”, then set the
2
Power Switch
3
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch.
Rewind Button (2
)
To select a still image to be dubbed, perform Index
3
Fast-Forward Button (3
)
4
5
6
Playback (੬ pg. 29), Auto Playback (੬ pg. 28) or
press
2
or
3
to select the image you wish.
To engage Dub-Standby, press SNAPSHOT. The
message “TO COPY TO TAPE PUSH "SNAPSHOT"”
appears.
While the message is being displayed, press
SNAPSHOT. The selected still image is recorded on
the tape for approx. 5 seconds.
•The
complete.
indicator disappears when dubbing is
VIDEO/DSC Switch
(Open the LCD monitor
to access this switch.)
NOTE:
If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 5 when the tape’s erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”, the message “COPYING
FAILED” is displayed.
Display
TO COPY TO TAPE
PUSH “SNAPSHOT”
REC
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SNAPSHOT Button
Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A
Memory Card (GR-DVL817 only)
Images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card .
Load a memory card (੬ pg. 14) and cassette
1
2
(੬ pg. 12).
Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 26) to use for dubbing the image to the
memory card.
Lock Button
Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the
Power Switch
Display
3
4
5
Power Switch to “
” while pressing down the
Lock Button.
Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu
Menu Screen
Screen appears. Rotate it to select “
press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.
VIDEO” and
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
COPY
–
OFF
ON
“
COPY” and press it. The Sub Menu
appears. Rotate it to select “ON” and press it.
Selection is complete.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
SP
6
6
7
“1RETURN” and press it twice. The normal playback
screen resumes.
To select a video image to be dubbed, start playback
by pressing 4/6. At the moment you find the image
you wish to dub, press it again to engage Still
Playback.
To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected
image is stored in the memory card.
•“ ” blinks during dubbing.
8
Play/Pause Button (4/6)
MENU/
BRIGHT Wheel
NOTES:
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 8 when a memory card
is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is
displayed.
● If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode
(੬ pg. 48) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE
mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.
● To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you
wish to dub, perform up to step 8 using the remote
control (੬ pg. 59).
VIDEO/DSC Switch
(Open the LCD monitor
to access this switch.)
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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
1
RM-V716U
3
Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional
+
Tab
2
playback functions possible.
For GR-DVL517/DVL515/DVL317 Owners: If you
–
–
+
want to perform Random Assemble Editing (੬ pgs.
61 – 65), use the optional RM-V700U remote
control.
Installing The Batteries
(RM-V716U or RM-V715U, provided)
1
2
The remote control uses two ”AAA (R03)” size
batteries. See “General Battery Precautions”
(੬ pg. 85).
RM-V715U
3
–
+
Open the battery compartment cover as
+
illustrated.
1
2
–
Insert two ”AAA (R03)” size batteries in the
correct direction.
Replace the battery compartment cover.
3
A
B
1
Installing The Battery
(RM-V700U, optional)
2
The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).
3
1
There are 2 ways to pull the battery holder out
Lock hole
of the RM-V700U.
1
: Pull out the battery holder while sliding the
lock hole.
: Pinch the release tab and pull out the
battery holder.
2
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to
3
have the “+” mark visible.
2
3
1
Knob
Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.
•Read the caution concerning lithium batteries
1
in the RM-V700U instruction manual.
Remote sensor
When using the remote control, be sure to point it
at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the
approximate transmitted beam effective area for
indoor use.
Transmitted beam
effective area
The transmitted beam may not be effective or
may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when
the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight
or powerful lighting.
5 m (16 ft)
30°
30°
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1
0
2
4
!
3
5
@
$
^
*
#
%
&
(
6
8
7
9
)
RM-V716U (Provided
with GR-DVL817 only)
Functions
With the camcorder’s Power Switch
With the camcorder’s Power Switch
set to “ ”.
Buttons
set to the camera position
(“ ” or “ ”) .
1 Infrared beam transmitting window
2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons
3 DISPLAY Button
Transmits the beam signal.
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 18)
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 60)
੬ pg. 23, 52, 62
੬ pg. 60, 61
—
—
4 SHIFT Button
5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons
—
—
੬ pg. 59
੬ pg. 60
Left/Right Buttons
6 REW Button
—
• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search
on the tape (੬ pg. 21)
• Displays previous image in the
memory card (੬ pg. 28)
7 FADE/WIPE Button
8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button
9 EFFECT Button
—
—
—
—
੬ pg. 63
੬ pg. 59
੬ pg. 59
੬ pg. 62
0 PAUSE IN Connector
! START/STOP Button
@ MBR SET Button
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
—
੬ pg. 61
# SNAPSHOT Button
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.
$ Up Button
—
—
੬ pg. 60
੬ pg. 67
INSERT Button
% Down Button
—
—
੬ pg. 60
੬ pg. 66
A. DUB Button
^ PLAY Button
—
• Starts Playback of the tape (੬ pg. 21)
• Starts Auto Playback of the memory
card (੬ pg. 28)
& FF Button
—
• Forward/Forward Shuttle Search
on the tape (੬ pg. 21)
• Displays next image in the
memory card (੬ pg. 28)
* STOP Button
—
• Stops the tape (੬ pg. 21)
• Stops Auto Playback (੬ pg. 28)
( PAUSE Button
—
—
Pauses the tape (੬ pg. 59)
੬ pg. 61 – 65
) R.A.EDIT Buttons
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
58
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1
#
1
%
2
8
2
$
7
8
@
3
5
4
6
9
!
0
@
^
5
9
0
4
3
!
6
7
&
RM-V715U
RM-V700U (optional)
(Provided with GR-DVL517/
DVL515/DVL317 only)
Functions
Buttons
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set to
the camera position (“ ” or “ ”) .
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set
to “ ”.
1 Infrared beam
Transmits the beam signal.
transmitting window
2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons
3 PLAY Button
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 18)
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 60)
Playback start (੬ pg. 21)
—
—
4 REW Button
Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search
(੬ pg. 21)
5 STOP Button
—
—
Stops (੬ pg. 21)
੬ pg. 67
6 INSERT Button*
7 REC TIME Button*
—
ANIM. Button*
8 START/STOP Button
9 FF Button
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
—
Forward, Forward Shuttle Search
(੬ pg. 21)
0 PAUSE Button
! A.DUB Button
—
—
Pause (੬ pg. 59)
੬ pg. 66
@ INT. TIME Button*
—
—
SELF TIMER Button*
# PAUSE IN Connector
$ MBR SET Button
% VISS Button*
—
—
੬ pg. 62
੬ pg. 61
^ VCR CTL Button
& R.A.EDIT Buttons
—
—
੬ pg. 61
੬ pg. 61 – 65
*This function is unavailable with this camcorder.
# – & : RM-V700U only
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Remote sensor
FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback
(GR-DVL817 only)
PURPOSE:
To allow slow-speed search in either direction during
video playback.
OPERATION:
1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press
SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After
approx. 1 minute in Slow Rewind or approx. 2 minutes
in Slow Forward, normal playback resumes.
Ⅲ To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).
NOTES:
● You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW more than approx. 2 seconds.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image
processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.
● After SLOW (9 or 0) is pressed and held, the still image
may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by a blue
screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.
● There may be a small margin between the slow-motion
playback start point you chose and the actual start point for
Slow-Motion Playback.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be disturbances in
video and the picture may seem unstable, especially with
steady images. This is not a malfunction.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to pause
playback.
SLOW
Forward Button
SLOW
Rewind Button
PLAY
EFFECT
ON/OFF
PAUSE
EFFECT
RM-V716U (Provided with
GR-DVL817 only)
FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback
(GR-DVL817 only)
PLAYBACK EFFECT
OFF
PLAYBACK EFFECT
Select Menu
PURPOSE:
To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.
1
2
3
4
5
CLASS I C F I LM
OPERATION:
M
ONOTONE
1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback,
SEP I A
STROBE
V I DEO ECHO
press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9
)
repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the frame
is played back.
NOTE:
You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW (9 or 0) repeatedly.
FEATURE: Playback Special Effects (GR-DVL817 only)
PURPOSE:
To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image.
OPERATION:
1) To start playback, press PLAY (4).
2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT Select
Menu appears.
3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by pressing EFFECT. The selected function is activated and after
2 seconds the menu disappears.
Ⅲ To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-activates the
selected effect.
Ⅲ To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2 above.
NOTES:
● When some Playback Special Effects are used, the Multi-Analyzer 4 and Multi-Analyzer 9 Snapshot modes
(੬ pg. 42) are not available.
● The effects that can be used during playback are Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video Echo. The effects
work the same in playback as they did in recording. Refer to page 39 for more information.
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60
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Remote sensor
FEATURE: Playback Zoom
PURPOSE:
To magnify the recorded image up to 40X at any time
during playback.
OPERATION:
1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.
2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control.
Make sure the remote control is pointed at the
camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.
3) For GR-DVL817 Owners: You can move the image
on screen around to find a particular portion of the
picture. While holding down SHIFT, press
(Right), (Up) and (Down).
ⅢTo end zoom, press and hold W until magnification
returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press
PLAY (4).
(Left),
Zoom
Buttons
SHIFT
Down
Button
NOTES:
Left
● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion
(GR-DVL817 only) and still playback.
● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the
image may suffer.
Button
PLAY
STOP
Right
Button
Up Button
RM-V716U
(Provided with
GR-DVL817 only)
OR
RM-V715U
(Provided with
GR-DVL517/
DVL515/
DVL317 only)
Normal playback
Press T
To move image, press
(Right) while keeping
SHIFT held down
(GR-DVL817 only).
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Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as
the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is
more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see
VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by
operating the VCR manually.
VCR (Recording deck)
For GR-DVL517/DVL515/DVL317 Owners: Use the
optional RM-V700U remote control.
SHIFT
Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed
in the remote control (੬ pg. 56).
MBR SET
3
4
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
2
5
1
2
5
8
3
6
9
1
6
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
4
1
2
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold
MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).
The code is automatically set once you release
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.
7
0
VCR CTL
7 8 9 `
RM-V716U
(Provided with
GR-DVL817 only)
OR
RM-V700U
(optional)
Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT or VCR CTL, press the button on
the remote for the desired function. The
functions the remote can control are PLAY,
STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC STBY (you
do not need to press SHIFT or VCR CTL for this
one).
VCR CODE LIST
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
You are now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.
(A) (B)
GE
1 1ꢀ
9 2ꢀ
9 `ꢀ
9 4
PHILIPS
3 3ꢀ
7 2
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.
PANASONIC
1 3ꢀ
1 7ꢀ
1 1ꢀ
9 4ꢀ
1 8ꢀ
HITACHI
6 6ꢀ
6 3
NOTES:
JVC
A
B
C
9 1ꢀ
9 6ꢀ
9 3
● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
● Some brands of VCR do not come on automati-
cally. In this case, turn the power on manually and
try step 2.
ꢀ
RCA
9 2ꢀ
9 4ꢀ
6 6ꢀ
6 3ꢀ
9 `
MAGNAVOX
9 5ꢀ
1 1ꢀ
7 1ꢀ
7 6
● If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,
use the controls on the VCR.
● When the remote control’s batteries run out, the
VCR brand you have set will be erased.
In that case, replace the old battery with a new one
to reset the VCR brand.
SANYO
SHARP
SONY
3 6ꢀ
3 5
MITSUBISHI
NEC
6 7ꢀ
6 8
1 5ꢀ
1 `
3 7ꢀ
3 8
6 5ꢀ
6 `ꢀ
3 9ꢀ
3 1ꢀ
PHILIPS
1 9ꢀ
9 5ꢀ
1 1ꢀ
9 4ꢀ
9 1ꢀ
9 6ꢀ
1 2
ꢀ
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
6 9ꢀ
6 1
1 6
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
62
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MAKE CONNECTIONS
Also refer to pg. 22 and 23.
Connector cover**
To S
A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause
1
connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the Remote
PAUSE connector.
To AV
A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote
pause connector but equipped with an R.A.
EDIT connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
To JLIP***
or EDIT***
Audio/Video
S-Video
cable
A VCR other than above . . .
... connect the editing cable to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector.
cable
(provided)
(optional)
Editing
Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the
cable****
VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO” (GR-DVL817 only),
2
3
White to
then set the Power Switch to “
” while pressing
AUDIO L IN
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Red to
AUDIO
R IN
Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).
Yellow to
VIDEO IN*
To
S-VIDEO
IN
NOTES:
● Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the
indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do,
they will be recorded onto the new tape.
To Remote PAUSE
or R.A.EDIT
VCR
To choose whether or not the following displays appear
on the connected TV . . .
To PAUSE IN
DISPLAY
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).
TV
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 50).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50). Or, press DISPLAY on the
remote control (provided with GR-DVL817 only).
● 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.
OR
RM-V716U
(Provided with
GR-DVL817
only)
RM-V700U
(optional)
● The S-Video cable is optional. The Editing cable is
optional for GR-DVL517/DVL515/DVL317 only. Be
sure to use the following cables:
*
Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
** When connecting cables, open this cover.
*** JLIP :GR-DVL517/DVL515/DVL317
EDIT :GR-DVL817
•YTU94146A S-Video cable.
•YTU94154A Editing cable.
****Provided with GR-DVL817 only.
Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet
included in the package for details on its availability.
Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input
connector, an optional DV cable can be connected
instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.
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SELECT SCENES
Program
I N
– – : – –
OUT
MODE
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/
OFF or ON/OFF on the remote control.
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
4
5
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
For GR-DVL817 Owners: If using a Fade/Wipe at the
beginning of the scene, press FADE/WIPE on the
remote control.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
beginning of Program 1.
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
– –
:
– –
00 : 00
Remote sensor
At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT or
IN/OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position
appears in the Random Assemble Editing Menu.
6
7
8
At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT or IN/
OUT. The Edit-Out position appears in the Random
Assemble Editing Menu.
For GR-DVL817 Owners: If using a Fade/Wipe at the
end of the scene, press FADE/WIPE.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out
point, the effect is automatically applied to the
following Edit-In point.
REW
FF
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end
of the last scene.
•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is
included in the total time (this does not apply to
PLAY
Picture Wipe/Dissolve).
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
1
For GR-DVL817 Owners: If using Playback Special
Effects, press EFFECT (੬ pg. 59).
CANCEL
9
EDIT IN/OUT
EFFECT
FADE/WIPE
Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.
IN/OUT
ON/OFF
10 •To change previously registered points, press
CANCEL on the remote control. The registered
points disappear, one at a time, from the most
recently registered point.
RM-V716U
OR
RM-V700U
(optional)
(Provided with
•For GR-DVL817 Owners: If you are not using Fade/
Wipe or Program AE with special effects, repeat
steps 6 and 7 only.
GR-DVL817 only)
NOTES:
● When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between
them.
● If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be
canceled and editing will not take place.
● If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in
the edited version.
● 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.
For GR-DVL817 Owners:
● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or
Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next
Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during
recording, then use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.
● It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble
Editing using a DV cable.
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AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of
11 the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).
Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote
12 sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the
Recording Start/Stop Button
13 camcorder. Editing proceeds as programed, right
through to the end of the last registered scene.
•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does
not start editing.
•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters
the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-
Pause mode.
•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will
be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.
•If you operate the camcorder during automatic
editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode
and automatic editing will stop.
I N
OUT
MODE
– –
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
1
2
00 : 25
07 : 18
03 : 33
09 : 30
15 : 55
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
02 : 05
08 : 31 – – – –
05 : 53
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –
– –
13 : 15
16 : 29 – – – –
– – – –
:
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
1 6
:
3 0
9 : 39
1
Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the
14 VCR.
Remote Sensor
To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF or ON/OFF on the remote
control.
NOTES:
● Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF or ON/OFF on the remote
control clears all settings registered during Random
Assemble Editing.
● When the editing cable is connected to the remote
control’s Pause In connector during dubbing, make sure
the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor, and
the path between the two is unobstructed.
● Random Assemble Editing may not function properly
when using a tape including several duplicated time
codes (੬ pg. 20).
VCR
REC STBY
PAUSE
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF
ON/OFF
RM-V716U
(Provided with
GR-DVL817 only)
OR
RM-V700U
(optional)
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Program 1
For More Accurate Editing
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.
I N
– – : – –
OUT
MODE
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
– –
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
– –
:
– –
00 : 00
DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
VIDEO Menu
Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
1
2
3
remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and
press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF or ON/OFF.
SYNCHRO
–
O . 1
The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1
only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing,
select the beginning of a scene transition as your Edit-
In point.
Remote sensor
Play back the dubbed scene.
•If any images from the scene prior to the
transition you chose for your Edit-In point were
recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly
from Record-Pause to Record mode.
•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the
VCR is slow to start recording.
ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER
TIMING
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
4
sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF or ON/OFF to
make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear,
then push the MENU/BRIGHT wheel. The Menu
Screen appears.
ON/OFF
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “
VIDEO” and push it. The VIDEO Menu appears.
Then, rotate it to “SYNCHRO” and push it. The value
for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.
5
6
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
RM-V716U
OR
RM-V700U
(optional)
Based on the diagnostics performed, you can now
advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating the
MENU/BRIGHT wheel towards “+”. You can also
delay the VCR’s record timing by rotating the MENU/
BRIGHT wheel towards “–”. The adjustment range is
from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments.
Push the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to finish the setting.
(Provided with
GR-DVL817 only)
NOTES:
● Before performing actual Random Assemble
Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing
trial runs to check whether the value you
have input is appropriate or not, and make
adjustments accordingly.
● Depending on the recorder, there may be
situations where the timing difference cannot
be fully corrected.
Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select
7
“1RETURN” and push it twice.
Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning
with step 4 on page 63.
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Display
Audio Dubbing
6e
Audio Dub Standby
mode
The audio track can be customized only when recorded in
the 12-bit mode (੬ pg. 47).
NOTES:
● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in
16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a
blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the
television, make connections (੬ pg. 22).
Play back the tape to locate the point where editing
1
2
3
will start, then press PAUSE (6).
While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,
press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.
Press PLAY (4), then begin “narrating”.
Speak into the microphone.
•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).
Speaker
Power Switch
To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP
(5).
4
Remote sensor
To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .
.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50, 51).
NOTES:
● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio
Dubbing.
●When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,
the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.
●If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound
may be disrupted. 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.
Stereo
microphone
●If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and
then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective
from the point where 16-bit recording began.
●During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit
audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops
(੬ pg. 83).
A.DUB
PLAY
STOP
PAUSE
RM-V716U
OR
RM-V715U
(Provided with
GR-DVL517/
DVL515/
(Provided with
GR-DVL817 only)
DVL317 only)
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Insert Editing (GR-DVL817 only)
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded
tape, replacing a section of the original recording with
minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The
original audio remains unchanged.
NOTES:
● Before performing the following steps, make sure that
“TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 50).
Lock Button
● Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP
mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Insert Editing while watching in the
television, make connections (੬ pg. 22).
Power Switch
Display
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and
press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this point
(੬ pg. 51).
1
w
6
Press REW (2) until the Edit-In point is located, then
press PAUSE (6).
2
3
12 : 34
Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote control,
then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time Code
(min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-
Pause mode.
Remote sensor
Press START/STOP to begin editing.
•Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in
step 1.
•To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it again
to resume editing.
4
To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then STOP
(5).
5
NOTES:
● Program AE with special effects (੬ pg. 38, 39) can be
used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert
Editing.
START/STOP
● During Insert Editing, the date and time information
changes.
● If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the
tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make sure
you only edit recorded areas.
● During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert Edting
stops (੬ pg. 84).
REW
INSERT
PLAY
STOP
PAUSE
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[A]Using USB or PC connection cable
GR-DVL517/DVL515/DVL317 only
PC connection cable
To PC
(provided with GR-DVL517/
To RS-232C
(DIGITAL PHOTO) DVL515 only)
USB cable
(provided)
To USB
To USB
connector
PC
GR-DVL817 only
[B]Using DV cable
OR
Power Switch
Core filter
Core filter
To DV
IN/OUT
DV cable
(optional)
To DV
connector
PC with DV
connector
VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817 only;
open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)
NOTES:
Connection To A Personal Computer
[A] Using USB or PC connection cable
This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by
using the software (GR-DVL817/DVL517/DVL515:
provided, GR-DVL317: optional).
● 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.
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack (੬ pg. 9).
● Never connect the USB or PC connection cable and
the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder.
Connect only the cable you wish to use to the
camcorder.
[B] Using DV cable
It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with
a DV connector by using software equipped with the
PC or commercially available software.
● If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter
the USB mode.
Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.
1
2
3
● The date/time information cannot be captured into the
PC.
Connect the camcorder to your PC using the
appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.
● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software.
● The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a
DV connector-equipped capture board.
● 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.
● The system may not work properly depending on the
PC or capture board you are using.
For GR-DVL817 Owners: If you are using the
USB connection, set the VIDEO/DSC switch to
“DSC”.
•Only the still images stored in the memory
card can be transferred to a PC.
Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
”
4
5
while pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch and turn on the PC.
•Refer to the instruction manual of the software
on how to transfer a still image to the PC.
For GR-DVL817 Owners:
“USB MODE” and/or “ACCESSING FILE” appears
on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data
in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a
file to the PC.
When finished, turn off the PC first, then the
camcorder.
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while
“ACCESSING FILE” is displayed on the LCD
monitor since this can result in product damage.
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Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector
Connection to the GV-DT3 Digital Printer (optional) allows
you to print out images or transfer them to a PC. It is also
possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto
another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This
function is called Digital Dubbing (੬ pg. 53), which
offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.
Power Switch
Make sure all units are turned off.
1
2
3
To DV IN/OUT
Core filter
Make connections to the device you want to connect
to using a DV cable, as shown in the illustration.
If necessary, connect the PC connection cable
(provided with GV-DT3) to the printer’s PC connector
and the PC’s RS-232C connector.
DV cable
(optional)
Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
” while
4
pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch
and turn on the other units.
Core filter
NOTES:
To DV IN
connector
To DV
connector
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power
supply instead of the battery pack (੬ pg. 9).
● If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback (GR-DVL817
only), Fast-Forward or Rewind is attempted with the
camcorder connected to a video unit via the DV
connector, the image will take on an effect similar to a
colored mosaic pattern or it will become black.
● Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected
units.
Video unit equipped
with a DV connector
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC
VC-VDV204U DV cable.
● When using a cable supplied with a core filter, be sure
to connect the end with the core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
To PC
connector
Digital Printer
PC connection
cable
To RS-232C
PC
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REFERENCES
REFERENCES
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CONTENTS
DETAILS ............................................. 71
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 72 – 76
USER MAINTENANCE .............................. 77
INDEX ........................................ 78 – 84
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 78 – 79
Indications ....................................80 – 84
CAUTIONS ................................... 85 – 87
TERMS ....................................... 88 – 89
SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 90 – 91
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EN71
I T E M S
N O T E S
❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C
(50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal
temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold,
charging may be incomplete.
❍ Power
(੬ pg. 8)
❍ Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the
status of the battery pack.
❍ To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter
near a radio.
❍ Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes
warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
❍ The following operation stops charging:
•Set the Power Switch to “
”, “ ” or “ ”.
•Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder.
•Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.
•Detach the battery from the camcorder.
❍ When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the
LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the
viewfinder instead.
❍ The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is
attached.
❍ VIDEO
RECORDING
(੬ pg. 16, 17)
❍ There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until
the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
❍ Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait
until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.
❍ When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a few
seconds before actual recording starts. “ ” 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.
❍ “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power
goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE
END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.
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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 Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the
beginning.
SYMPTOM
1. No power is supplied.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. •The power is not connected
properly.
1. •Connect the AC Adapter
securely (੬ pg. 9).
•The battery is dead.
•Replace the dead battery with
a fully charged one
(੬ pg. 8, 9).
2. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears.
2. •The date/time is not set.
•The built-in clock battery has
run out and the previously set
date/time has been erased.
2. •Set the date/time (੬ pg. 11).
•Consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacement.
3. Recording cannot be
3. — For Video Recording —
•The tape’s erase protection tab
is set to “SAVE”.
3. •Set the tape’s erase protection
tab to “REC” (੬ pg. 12).
performed.
•Set the Power Switch to “
or “ ” (੬ pg. 17).
”
•The Power Switch is set to
“
” or “OFF”.
•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to
“VIDEO”.
•The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to “ ”.
•Replace with new cassette
(੬ pg. 12).
•“TAPE END” appears.
•The cassette holder cover is
open.
•Close the cassette holder
cover.
— For D.S.C. Recording —
•The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to “VIDEO”.
•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to
“
”.
4. There is no picture.
4. •The camcorder is not getting
power, or some other
4. •Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again (੬ pg. 17).
malfunction exists.
5. The focus does not adjust
5. •Focus is set to the Manual
mode.
5. •Set Focus to the Auto mode
(੬ pg. 43).
automatically.
•The recording was done in a
dark place, or the contrast
was low.
•The lens is dirty or covered
with condensation.
•Clean the lens and check the
focus again (੬ pg. 77).
6. The cassette will not load
6. •The cassette is in the wrong
position.
6. •Set it in the right position
(੬ pg. 12).
properly.
•The battery’s charge is low.
•Install a fully charged battery
(੬ pg. 8, 9).
7. The memory card will not
7. •The memory card is in the
7. •Set it in the right position
(੬ pg. 14).
load properly.
wrong position.
8. Snapshot mode cannot be
8. •The Squeeze mode is
8. •Disengage the Squeeze mode
(੬ pg. 48).
used.
selected.
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
9. The color of Snapshot looks
9. •The light source or the subject
does not include white. Or
there are various different
light sources behind the
subject.
9. •Find a white subject and
compose your shot so that it
also appears in the frame
(੬ pg. 26, 42).
strange.
•Turn off Sepia and Monotone
(੬ pg. 38, 39).
•The Sepia or Monotone mode
is activated.
10. The image taken using
10. •Shooting was performed
10. •Press the BACKLIGHT Button
(੬ pg. 44).
Snapshot is too dark.
under backlit conditions.
11. The image taken using
11. •The subject is too bright.
11. •Set “PROGRAM AE” to
“SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu
Screen (੬ pg. 38).
Snapshot is too bright.
12. Digital Zoom does not work.
12. •10X optical zoom is selected.
•“PROGRAM AE” is set to
“VIDEO ECHO” in the Menu
Screen.
12. •Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or
“400X” in the Menu Screen
(੬ pg. 47).
•Disengage the “VIDEO
ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 18, 39).
•Wait until the Picture Wipe or
Dissolve effects are completed
(੬ pg. 18, 40).
•Picture Wipe or Dissolve are
being used in a scene
transition.
13. The Black & White Fader
13. •The Sepia or Monotone mode
13. •Turn off Sepia and Monotone
(੬ pg. 38, 40).
does not work.
is activated.
14. The Dissolve function does
14. •The Sepia, Monotone or Slow
Shutter mode of Program AE
with special effects is
14. •Turn off Sepia, Monotone or
Slow Shutter before adding
Dissolve to a scene transition
(੬ pg. 38, 40).
not work.
activated.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE” in the Menu
Screen.
•Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode
(੬ pg. 48).
•The previously selected mode
of Program AE with special
effects was changed after the
last selected scene for editing
was registered.
•Make sure you have selected
the mode of Program AE with
special effects you want before
starting editing (੬ pg. 38, 40).
15. The Picture Wipe and
Dissolve functions do not
work.
15. •The last selected editing scene
is ending.
15. •Select Picture Wipe or
Dissolve before beginning
recording. The effects are then
automatically activated
(੬ pg. 40).
•At the end of the last selected
scene for editing, the Power
Switch was set to “OFF”.
•The power is off.
•Do not turn off the
camcorder’s power after
setting Edit-In and Edit-Out
points, as they will all be
erased (੬ pg. 40).
•The camcorder automatically
shuts off after 5 minutes have
elapsed in the Record-
Standby mode. Make sure you
continue operations within
5 minutes after engaging
Record-Standby mode
(੬ pg. 40).
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
16. •Disengage the Slow Shutter
mode or set “WIDE MODE”
to “OFF” before preparing to
use the Picture Wipe
16. The picture wipe function
16. •The Slow Shutter mode is
activated.
does not work.
•“WIDE MODE” is not set to
“OFF”.
(੬ pg. 38, 40, 48).
17. Scene transition does not go
17. •When using “Picture Wipe/
Dissolve” (੬ pg. 40), there is
a delay of a fraction of a
second between the previous
record stop-point and the
Dissolve start-point. This is
normal, but this slight delay
becomes especially notice-
able when shooting fast-
moving subject or during
rapid panning.
17.
as expected.
————
18. The Video Echo mode does
18. •The Picture Wipe or
Dissolve functions are in use.
•“WIDE MODE” is set to
“SQUEEZE” in the Menu
Screen.
18. •Set “WIDE MODE” to
“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode
(੬ pg. 48).
not work.
•Do not try to use the Video
Echo mode during a Fade-In
or Fade-Out (੬ pg. 38, 40).
•A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in
progress.
19. Even when Slow Shutter is
not selected, the image looks
like it is activated.
19. •When shooting in the dark,
the unit becomes highly
sensitive to light and the
image takes on an effect
similar to Slow Shutter.
19. •If you want the lighting to
look more natural, set GAIN
UP to “AGC” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 47).
20. There is no strobe when the
Classic Film or Strobe mode
is activated.
20. •The Picture Wipe or Dissolve
20. •Do not try to use the Classic
Film or Strobe mode during a
scene transition (੬ pg. 38,
40).
function is in use.
21. White Balance cannot be
21. •The Sepia or Monotone mode
21. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone
before setting White Balance
(੬ pg. 39, 45).
activated.
is activated.
22. When shooting a subject
illuminated by bright light,
vertical lines appear.
22. •This is a result of exceedingly
high contrast, and is not a
malfunction.
22.
————
23. When the screen is under
direct sunlight during
shooting, the screen
becomes red or black for an
instant.
23. •This is not a malfunction.
23.
————
24. During recording, the date/
24. •“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”
24. •Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 49).
time does not appear.
in the Menu Screen.
25. Images stored in the memory
25. •Images stored in the memory
25. •Remove protection from the
images stored in the memory
card and delete them
card cannot be deleted.
card are protected.
(੬ pg. 31, 32).
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
26. The indicators and messages
26. •“TIME CODE” is set to “OFF”
26. •Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in
the Menu Screen
do not appear.
in the Menu Screen.
(੬ pg. 49, 50).
27. Images on the LCD monitor
27. •In places subject to low
temperature, images become
dark due to the characteristics
of the LCD monitor. When
this happens, the displayed
colors differ from those that
are actually recorded. This is
not a defect of the camcorder.
•When the LCD monitor's
fluorescent light reaches the
end of its service life, images
on the LCD monitor become
dark. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
27. •Adjust the brightness and
angle of the LCD monitor
(੬ pg. 16, 17).
appear dark or whitish.
28. The rear of the LCD monitor
28. •The light used to illuminate
the LCD monitor causes it to
become hot.
28. •Close the LCD monitor to turn
it off or set the Power Switch
to “OFF”, and let the unit cool
down.
is hot.
29. The indicators and the image
color on the LCD monitor
are not clear.
29. •This may occur when the
surface or the edge of the LCD
monitor is pressed.
29.
————
30. The LCD monitor or
30. •Certain Fade/Wipe effects,
certain modes of Program AE
with special effects, “DIS” and
other functions that cannot be
used together are selected at
the same time.
30. •Re-read the sections covering
Fade/Wipe effects, Program
AE with special effects and
“DIS” (੬ pg. 38 – 41, 48).
viewfinder indications blink.
31. Colored bright spots appear
all over the LCD monitor or
the viewfinder.
31. •The LCD monitor and the
viewfinder are made with
high-precision technology.
However, black spots or
bright spots of light (red, green
or blue) may appear
31.
constantly on the LCD
————
monitor or the viewfinder.
These spots are not recorded
on the tape. This is not due to
any defect of the unit.
(Effective dots: more than
99.99 %)
32. During recording, sound
32. •This is normal.
32.
————
cannot be heard.
33. Play, Rewind and Fast-
Forward functions do not
work.
33. •The Power Switch is set to
33. •Set the Power Switch to
“
” or “ ”.
“
” (੬ pg. 21).
34. A memory card cannot be
34. • The Power Switch is set to
” or “ ”.
34. •Set the Power Switch to
” (੬ pg. 28).
•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to
”.
played back.
“
“
•The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to “VIDEO”.
“
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
35. •During playback of the
unrecorded portion, High-
speed Search and still
CORRECTIVE ACTION
35. The LCD monitor image is
35.
distorted.
————
playback, LCD monitor
indications appear distorted.
This is not a defect.
36. Images on the LCD monitor
36. •The speaker volume is too
36. •Turn the speaker volume
down (੬ pg. 21).
are jittery.
great.
37. Blocks of noise appear
during playback, or there is
no playback picture and the
screen becomes blue.
37.
37. •Clean the video heads with an
optional cleaning cassette
(੬ pg. 86).
————
38. The LCD monitor, the
viewfinder and the lens have
become dirty (ex. finger-
prints).
38.
38. •Wipe them gently with soft
cloth. Wiping strongly can
cause damage (੬ pg. 77).
————
39. An unusual mark appears.
39.
39. •Check the section of the
manual that explains LCD
monitor/viewfinder indica-
tions (੬ pg. 80 – 84).
————
40. An error indication
(E01 — E06) appears.
40. •A malfunction of some kind
has occurred. In this case the
camcorder’s functions
40. •Remove the power supply
(battery pack, etc.) and wait a
few minutes for the indication
to clear. When it does, you
can resume using the
become unusable.
camcorder.
If the indication remains even
though you repeat the above
two or three times, please
consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
41. The charger indicator on the
41. •The temperature of the battery
is extremely high/low.
41. •To protect the battery, it is
recommended to charge it in
places with a temperature of
10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
(੬ pg. 85).
camcorder does not light.
•Charging is difficult in places
subject to extremely high/low
temperatures.
42. When the image is printed
from the printer, a black bar
appears at the bottom of the
screen.
42. •This is not a malfunction.
42. •By recording with “DIS”
activated (੬ pg. 47) this can
be avoided.
43. When the camcorder is
connected via the DV
connector, the camcorder
does not operate.
43. •The DV cable was plugged/
unplugged with power turned
on.
43. •Turn the camcorder’s power
off and on again, then operate
it.
44. The memory card cannot be
removed from the
44.
44. •Push in the memory card a
few more times (੬ pg. 14).
————
camcorder.
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USER MAINTENANCE
After Use
EN77
Cleaning The Camcorder
Turn off the camcorder.
To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft
cloth.
Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it
well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again
with a dry cloth.
1
1
Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of
2
3
4
the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover
open until it locks. The cassette holder opens
automatically. Remove the cassette.
Press PUSH-OPEN and open the LCD monitor.
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.
2
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 holder cover.
To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,
then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
3
4
Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. Slide BAT.
RELEASE 2 and remove the battery pack 3 .
To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical
position. Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in
the direction of the arrow 1.
Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at
the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the
interior of the viewfinder with it 2.
5
Close the hatch. Tilt the viewfinder back to the
horizontal position.
6
Remove.
NOTES:
Cassette
holder
PUSH HERE
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine
or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
Cassette holder
cover
OPEN/EJECT Switch
BAT. RELEASE Switch
1
2
3
Hatch
Lens blower
1
2
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INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
78
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y
r
o
*
(
)
q
1
t
u
p Q
i
2
3 4 5 6 7
@ # $
R
E
W
8 9 0 !
I O P
&
Y
U
T
e w % ^
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EN79
DVL317 only) ................................... ੬ pg. 62
Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR
to control it from the computer using the
Software.
) •J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)]
Controls
(GR-DVL517/DVL515/
1 Monitor Open Button
[PUSH OPEN] ..................................... ੬ pg. 16
2 Diopter Adjustment Control ................. ੬ pg. 10
3 Battery Release Switch
Connect the editing cable when performing
Random Assemble Editing ......... ੬ pg. 61 – 65
•Edit Connector [EDIT]
[BAT. RELEASE]...................................... ੬ pg. 8
4 •MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] ............... ੬ pg. 46
•LCD Monitor BRIGHT
(GR-DVL817 only) ............................ ੬ pg. 62
(Brightness) Control [+, –] .................. ੬ pg. 16
q Audio/Video Output Connector
5 Snapshot Button
[AV] ........................................ ੬ pg. 22, 52, 62
w DC Input Connector .......................... ੬ pg. 8, 9
e Digital Video Connector [DV IN/OUT]
(i.link*) .................................... ੬ pg. 53, 68, 69
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
specification and extensions thereof. The logo
is used for products compliant with the i.Link
standard.
[SNAPSHOT]................੬ pg. 26, 27, 42, 54, 55
6 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 18
•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ........ ੬ pg. 21
7 •FOCUS Button .................................. ੬ pg. 43
•BLANK SEARCH Button .................... ੬ pg. 24
•JUMP Button (GR-DVL817 only) ....... ੬ pg. 30
8 •Stop Button [5] ................................. ੬ pg. 21
•NIGHT-ALIVE Button ........................ ੬ pg. 38
9 •Rewind Button [2] ......................... ੬ pg. 21
•EXPOSURE Button ............................ ੬ pg. 44
0 •Play/Pause Button [4/6] ................... ੬ pg. 21
•Programme AE Button [P.AE] ............. ੬ pg. 38
! •Fast-Forward Button [3] ................. ੬ pg. 21
•BACKLIGHT Button .......................... ੬ pg. 44
Indicators
r Tally Lamp ..................................... ੬ pg. 16, 48
t Side LED Indicator ............................... ੬ pg. 49
y CHARGE Lamp...................................... ੬ pg. 8
u Power Lamp .................................. ੬ pg. 16, 17
Other Parts
@ Power Switch
[
,
,
, OFF] ........................... ੬ pg. 17
i •Remote Sensor .................................. ੬ pg. 56
•Camera Sensor
Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
o Viewfinder ........................................... ੬ pg. 10
# Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 16
$ Lock Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 17
% Video Light Switch
[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]...................... ੬ pg. 19
p Video Light .......................................... ੬ pg. 19
Q Stereo Microphone .............................. ੬ pg. 66
W Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... ੬ pg. 10
E Grip Strap ............................................ ੬ pg. 10
R Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................. ੬ pg. 77
T Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 8
Y LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 16, 17
U Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 21
I Stud Hole ............................................ ੬ pg. 10
O Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... ੬ pg. 10
^ VIDEO/DSC Switch [VIDEO,
]
(GR-DVL817 only) ............................... ੬ pg. 17
& OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................. ੬ pg. 12
Connectors
The connectors
*
to
q
are located beneath a cover.
* S-Video Output Connector
[S] ........................................... ੬ pg. 22, 52, 62
( •PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) Connector
(GR-DVL517/DVL515/
DVL317 only) ................................... ੬ pg. 68
•USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector
(GR-DVL817 only) ............................ ੬ pg. 68
Connect to a USB-equipped computer to
download the entire contents of a memory card
in only 80 seconds using the provided software.
P MEMORY CARD Cover
(GR-DVL817 only) ............................... ੬ pg. 14
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INDEX Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only
80
EN
1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.
(੬ pg. 40, 41)
1
2
3
4
5
6
2 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.
(੬ pg. 48)
3 Rotates while the tape is running.
4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).
(੬ pg. 13)
(੬ pg. 16)
(੬ pg. 16)
P
LP 50min
REC
6w
5 Displays the tape remaining time.
6 •“REC” appears during recording.
•“PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode.
(੬ pg. 16)
7 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to
cut down on noise created by wind. (੬ pg. 48)
8 Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert
Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. (੬ pg. 67)
SOUND 12B I T
20 : 55
9 Displays the sound mode for approx.
5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.
(੬ pg. 47)
0
9
8
7
0 Displays the Time Code.
(੬ pg. 20, 49)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only
(GR-DVL817 only)
1 Appears when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to
“
“
” and the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
(੬ pg. 17, 26)
”.
1
2
3
4
5
6
2 Appears and blinks during shooting. (੬ pg. 26)
3 Displays the quality of the stored image.
F I NE
There are 2 modes available: FINE and STD
10 / 100
(standard) (in order of quality).
(੬ pg. 14)
4 •Appears during shooting.
•Blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
(੬ pg. 26)
5 Displays the number of images that have already
been shot. (੬ pg. 26)
6 Displays the total number of shots that can
be stored, including those already taken.
(੬ pg. 26)
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EN81
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording
8
9
1
40
x
W
T
PHOTO
0
!
2
3
5
4
6
3
BR I GHT
JAN 10 ’01
10 : 00 AM
7
#
@
1 Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
(੬ pg. 17)
6 Appears when the iris is locked.
(੬ pg. 44)
7 Appears when Digital Image Stabilizer (“DIS”) is
2 •
: Appears when Night-Alive is engaged.
(੬ pg. 38)
engaged. (੬ pg. 47)
8 Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during
•
: Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to
“AUTO” and the shutter speed is being
zooming.
(੬ pg. 18)
9 Appears during zooming.
Zoom level indicator
automatically adjusted.
3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted.
(੬ pg. 45)
4 •“ ”: Appears when the exposure is adjusted.
(੬ pg. 44)
: Appears when backlight compensation is
used. (੬ pg. 44)
5 Displays the selected Program AE with special
effects. (੬ pg. 38)
(੬ pg. 47)
(੬ pg. 18)
0 Appears when taking a Snapshot. (੬ pg. 26, 42)
! Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.
(੬ pg. 16)
(੬ pg. 11)
•
@ Displays the date/time.
# Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.
(੬ pg. 43)
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INDEX Indications (cont.)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback
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1 Displays the sound mode.
2 Displays the Blank Search mode.
(੬ pg. 50, 51)
(੬ pg. 24)
1
2
3
4
3 Displays the tape speed.
(੬ pg. 13)
4 Appears while a tape is running.
4
: Playback
64
12B I T / SOUND
L
1
SP
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search
: Rewind/Shuttle search
: Pause
6
1
e
4
: Forward slow-motion
: Reverse slow-motion
: Audio Dubbing
BLANK SEARCH
VOLUME
6
6e : Audio Dubbing Pause
5 Displays the date/time.
6 BRIGHT
(੬ pg. 50, 51)
DEC 25 ’01
:
Displays the brightness of the LCD
monitor. (੬ pg. 16)
20 : 21 : 25
10 : 00 AM
VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone
volume.
(੬ pg. 21)
7
6
5
The level indicator moves.
7 Displays the time code.
(੬ pg. 50, 51)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback
(GR-DVL817 only)
1 Displays the index number of the file.
(੬ pg. 28)
1
2
3
2 Displays the directory and file name. (੬ pg. 28)
3 Displays the total number of stored files.
(੬ pg. 28)
100
-0010
4 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.
(੬ pg. 16)
10 / 24
The level indicator moves.
5 Displays the date.
(੬ pg. 28)
BR I GHT
DEC 25 ’01
5
4
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EN83
Warning Indications
Indications
Function
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.
(੬ pg. 12)
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power
Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB
only) is set to “VIDEO”.
(੬ pg. 12)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional
cleaning cassette. (੬ pg. 86)
HEAD CLEANING
REQUIRED USE
CLEANING CASSETTE
Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait
more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.
CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or
SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
TAPE!
“
” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL817 only) is set to “VIDEO”.
Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.
Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.
(੬ pg. 71)
TAPE END
DIFFERENT
FORMATTED TAPE
●Appears when the date/time is not set.
(੬ pg. 11)
●Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set
SET DATE/TIME!
date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.
LENS CAP
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
A. DUB ERROR!
(੬ pg. 66)
A. DUB ERROR!
<CANNOT DUB
ON A LP RECORDED
TAPE>
●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
mode.
(੬ pg. 66)
●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit
audio.
(੬ pg. 66)
<CANNOT DUB
ON A 16BIT
●Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(੬ pg. 66)
RECORDING>
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB>
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Indications
Function
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
(੬ pg. 67)
INSERT ERROR!
●Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.
(੬ pg. 67)
INSERT ERROR!
<CANNOT EDIT
●Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
ON A LP RECORDED
TAPE>
protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
(੬ pg. 67)
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB>
Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and shooting is not
possible.
MEMORY IS FULL
●Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this
camcorder is being used as a recorder.
●Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory
card:
– when no memory card is loaded.
– when the memory card's memory is full.
– when the memory card is not formatted.
– when a copy-protected SD Memory Card is loaded.
(੬ pg. 55)
COPYING FAILED
●Appears in the following cases when dubbing still images stored in the
memory card to a tape:
– when condensation occurs.
– when no tape is loaded.
– when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.
– when a tape in another format is loaded.
– when the tape ends.
(੬ pg. 54)
Appears if a memory card is not loaded when SNAPSHOT is pressed while
the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/DSC switch is set
MEMORY CARD!
to “DSC”.
(੬ pg. 26)
Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is
corrupt, or it has not been initialized. Initialize the memory card.
(੬ pg. 36)
PLEASE
FORMAT
Appears if there is no images stored in the memory card when the Power
NO IMAGES STORED
CARD ERROR!
Switch is set to “
” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “
”.
Appears when the camcorder takes more than 60 seconds to recognize the
loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it again.
Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the indication still
appears, the memory card is corrupted.
Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images while a copy-
protected SD Memory Card is loaded.
CHECK CARD'S WRITE
PROTECTION SWITCH
The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has
occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off
automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few
minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
E01 — E06
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD
MODE REMOVE AND
REATTACH BATTERY
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CAUTIONS
EN85
When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the
USA
Battery Packs
Ⅲ The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
The supplied battery pack is a
lithium-ion battery. Before using
the supplied battery pack or an
optional battery pack, be sure to
read the following cautions:
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC
wall outlet other than American National Standard C73
series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens
Plug”, as shown.
Terminals
1. To avoid hazards . . .
... do not burn.
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
... do not short-circuit the terminals. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
... do not modify or disassemble.
Plug adapter
... do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
... use only specified chargers.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge in an environment where temperatures are
within the tolerances shown in the chart below.
This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler
temperatures impede chemical reaction, while
warmer temperatures can prevent complete
charging.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to
high temperatures will increase natural discharge
and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
every 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period time.
Video Light
DANGER
Ⅲ The video light can become extremely hot.
Do not touch it either while in operation
or soon after turning it off, otherwise
serious injury may result.
Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it
remains extremely hot for some time.
Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm (11-
13/16”) between the video light and people or objects.
Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacing the video light.
... remove from charger or powered unit when not in
use, as some machines use current even when
switched off.
General Battery Precautions
NOTES:
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is
being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted.
Replace them with fresh ones.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging............... 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operation ............. 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage ................. –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2
Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
When misused, the batteries can leak or explode.
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 56.
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those
specified.
(68°F).
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they
can leak or explode.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read
the following cautions:
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.
1. During use . . .
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage
which can cause malfunctions.
... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
automatically erases the previously recorded
video and audio signals.
... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the
tape to fingerprints and dust.
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CAUTIONS (cont.)
86
EN
2. Store cassettes . . .
... away from heaters or other heat sources.
... out of direct sunlight.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
cooking stove.
... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock
or vibration.
... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic
fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).
... vertically, in their original cases.
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or
104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).
... in places where humidity is extremely low (below
35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
... in direct sunlight.
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater.
Memory Cards
To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure
to read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
... make sure the memory card bears the SD or
MultiMediaCard mark.
... make sure the memory card is positioned properly
when inserting.
2. While the memory card is being accessed (during
recording, playback, deletion, initialization, etc.) . . .
... never unload the memory card and never turn off
the camcorder.
3. Store memory cards . . .
... away from heaters or other heat sources.
... out of direct sunlight.
... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock
or vibration.
... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic
fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
... allow it to become wet.
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects
for long periods.
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder.
... swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap
or the grip.
5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
LCD Monitor
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
DO NOT . . .
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the
bottom.
2. To prolong service life . . .
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use.
•No picture during playback.
•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
•During recording, the Head Clog Warning
indicator “ ” appears.
These are not malfunctions:
•While using the camcorder, the surface around the
LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor
may heat up.
•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.
Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more
than once consecutively, damage to the video heads
may result. After the camcorder plays back for about
20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the
cleaning cassette’s instructions.
Main Unit
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still
exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
Mechanical moving parts used to move the video
heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn
out over time. 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.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power
supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
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How To Handle A CD-ROM
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number
: GR-DVL817U/DVL517U/
DVL515U/DVL317U
: JVC
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write
anything or put a sticker on either the front or
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center
hole using a circular motion.
Trade Name
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Address
: 1700 Valley Road Wayne,
N. J. 07470
Telephone Number : 973-315–5000
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning
spray.
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
About moisture condensation . . .
Change or modifications not approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid
into a glass will cause drops of water to form
on the glass‘ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
camcorder when it is moved from a cool
place to a warm place, after heating a cold
room, under extremely humid conditions or
in a place directly subjected to the cool air
from an air conditioner.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from a
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from function-
ing properly. In such cases, first disconnect its
power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter,
etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-
connect it and proceed as usual from the
beginning.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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TERMS
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A
F
AC Adapter ............................................ ੬ pg. 8, 9
Audio Dubbing ........................................ ੬ pg. 66
Auto Date................................................. ੬ pg. 49
Auto Focus ............................................... ੬ pg. 43
Auto Playback .......................................... ੬ pg. 28
Auto Shut off ................................ ੬ pg. 16, 21, 27
Fade-In/Out ........................................ ੬ pg. 40, 41
Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. ੬ pg. 21
Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. ੬ pg. 21, 59
G
Gain Up ................................................... ੬ pg. 47
Grip Adjustment ....................................... ੬ pg. 10
B
I
Backlight Compensation ........................... ੬ pg. 44
Battery Low .............................................. ੬ pg. 83
Battery Pack ..................................... ੬ pg. 8, 9, 85
Beep ........................................................ ੬ pg. 48
Blank Search ............................................ ੬ pg. 24
Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ ੬ pg. 16
Icons ................................................ ੬ pg. 47 – 49
Index Playback ......................................... ੬ pg. 29
Index Screen ............................................ ੬ pg. 29
Initialize A Memory Card .......................... ੬ pg. 36
Insert Editing............................................. ੬ pg. 67
Iris............................................................ ੬ pg. 44
Iris Lock ................................................... ੬ pg. 44
C
Channels (Left/Right) ................................. ੬ pg. 51
Charge The Battery Pack ............................. ੬ pg. 8
Cinema .................................................... ੬ pg. 48
Classic Film .............................................. ੬ pg. 39
Clean The Camcorder ............................... ੬ pg. 77
Connections ... ੬ pg. 8, 9, 22, 23, 52, 53, 62, 68, 69
J
Journalistic Shooting ................................. ੬ pg. 17
Jump Playback ......................................... ੬ pg. 30
L
LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Indications ..................................... ੬ pg. 80 – 84
D
Load A Tape ............................................. ੬ pg. 12
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... ੬ pg. 16
Date/Time Display ........................ ੬ pg. 49, 50, 51
Date/Time Settings .................................... ੬ pg. 11
Deleting Images........................................ ੬ pg. 32
Demonstration Mode ............................ ੬ pg. 6, 49
Digital Zoom ...................................... ੬ pg. 18, 47
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) .................... ੬ pg. 47
Diopter Adjustment .................................. ੬ pg. 10
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ............ ੬ pg. 34
Dubbing ........................................... ੬ pg. 52 – 55
M
Manual Focus........................................... ੬ pg. 43
Memory Card ..................................... ੬ pg. 14, 86
Menu Screen, CAMERA ............................ ੬ pg. 47
Menu Screen, DISPLAY....................... ੬ pg. 49, 50
Menu Screen, DSC ............................. ੬ pg. 14, 49
Menu Screen, MANUAL ..................... ੬ pg. 47, 48
Menu Screen, MEMORY ..................... ੬ pg. 31, 51
Menu Screen, SYSTEM ................. ੬ pg. 48, 49, 50
Menu Screen, VIDEO ............................... ੬ pg. 50
Monotone ................................................ ੬ pg. 39
Motor Drive Mode.................................... ੬ pg. 42
MultiMediaCard ................................. ੬ pg. 14, 86
E
Erase Protection ........................................ ੬ pg. 12
Exposure Control ...................................... ੬ pg. 44
N
Night-Alive............................................... ੬ pg. 38
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P
T
Picture Quality Mode ............................... ੬ pg. 14
Picture Wipe/Dissolve......................... ੬ pg. 40, 41
Playback Special Effects ............................ ੬ pg. 59
Playback Zoom ........................................ ੬ pg. 60
Power Switch Position .............................. ੬ pg. 17
Printer ...................................................... ੬ pg. 69
Program AE With Special Effects.......... ੬ pg. 38, 39
Protecting Images ..................................... ੬ pg. 31
Provided Accessories .................................. ੬ pg. 5
Tally ......................................................... ੬ pg. 48
Tele Macro ............................................... ੬ pg. 48
Time Code.............................. ੬ pg. 20, 49, 50, 51
Tripod Mounting ....................................... ੬ pg. 10
Twilight .................................................... ੬ pg. 39
U
Unload A Tape ......................................... ੬ pg. 12
V
R
VIDEO/DSC Switch Position ..................... ੬ pg. 17
Video Echo ............................................... ੬ pg. 39
Video Light ............................................... ੬ pg. 19
Random Assemble Editing................. ੬ pg. 61 – 65
Record-Standby ........................................ ੬ pg. 16
Recording Mode ....................................... ੬ pg. 13
Remote Control ........................................ ੬ pg. 56
Reset ........................................................ ੬ pg. 49
Rewind The Tape ...................................... ੬ pg. 21
W
White Balance .......................................... ੬ pg. 45
Wide Mode .............................................. ੬ pg. 48
Wind Cut ................................................. ੬ pg. 48
Wipe In/Out ....................................... ੬ pg. 40, 41
S
SD Memory Card................................ ੬ pg. 14, 86
Self-Recording .......................................... ੬ pg. 17
Sepia ........................................................ ੬ pg. 39
Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. ੬ pg. 61
Shuttle Search........................................... ੬ pg. 21
Shutter Speed ........................................... ੬ pg. 39
Slow-Motion Playback ........................ ੬ pg. 21, 59
Slow Shutter ............................................. ੬ pg. 39
Snapshot ............................................ ੬ pg. 26, 42
Snapshot Mode .................................. ੬ pg. 26, 42
Snow........................................................ ੬ pg. 39
Sound Mode................................. ੬ pg. 47, 50, 51
Speaker Volume ....................................... ੬ pg. 21
Specifications ..................................... ੬ pg. 90, 91
Sports ....................................................... ੬ pg. 39
Spotlight ................................................... ੬ pg. 39
Squeeze ................................................... ੬ pg. 48
Still Playback ............................................ ੬ pg. 21
Strobe ...................................................... ੬ pg. 39
Z
Zooming .................................................. ੬ pg. 18
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Camcorder
For General
Power supply
: DC 11.0 V
DC 7.2 V
(Using AC Adapter)
(Using battery pack)
Power consumption
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on
LCD monitor on, viewfinder off
Video light
: Approx. 4.3 W
: Approx. 5.3 W
: Approx. 3.5 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
: 83 mm x 97 mm x 188 mm (3-5/16" x 3-7/8" x 7-7/16")
(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed down)
Weight
: Approx. 610 g (1.4 lbs)
(GR-DVL817/DVL517)
Approx. 600 g (1.4 lbs)
(GR-DVL515/DVL317)
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Pickup
: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
: 1/4" CCD
Lens
Filter diameter
LCD monitor
: F 1.8, f = 3.6 mm to 36 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
: ø37 mm
: 3.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
(GR-DVL817/DVL517)
3" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
(GR-DVL515/DVL317)
Viewfinder
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" color LCD
(GR-DVL515)
Electronic viewfinder with 0.24" black/white LCD
(GR-DVL817/DVL517/DVL317)
Speaker
: Monaural
For Digital Video Camera
Format
: DV format (SD mode)
Signal format
: NTSC standard
Recording/Playback format
: Video: Digital component recording
: Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),
48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)
Cassette
: Mini DV cassette
Tape speed
: SP: 18.8 mm/s
LP: 12.5 mm/s
Maximum recording time
(using 80 min. cassette)
: SP: 80 min.
LP: 120 min.
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For Digital Still Camera (GR-DVL817 only)
Storage media
: SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
Compression system
: JPEG (compatible)
File size
Picture quality
: VGA (640 x 480 pixels)
: 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
Approximate number of storable images
with memory card [8 MB] (provided)
FINE
STANDARD
: 100
: 200
with memory card [16 MB] (optional)
FINE
STANDARD
: 200
: 400
with memory card [32 MB] (optional)
FINE
STANDARD
: 400
: 800
with memory card [64 MB] (optional)
FINE
: 800
STANDARD
: 1600
For Connectors
S-Video
: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 W, analog
C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
AV
Video output
Audio output
DV
: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog, stereo
Output/input
USB (GR-DVL817 only)
PC (DIGITAL PHOTO)
: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
: 5-pin
(GR-DVL517/DVL515/
DVL317 only)
: ø2.5 mm, 3-pole
: ø3.5 mm, 2-pole
EDIT (GR-DVL817 only)
JLIP (GR-DVL517/DVL515/
DVL317 only)
: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole
AC Adapter AP-V10U
Power requirement
U.S.A. and Canada
Other countries
Output
: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz
: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz
: DC 11 V
, 1 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
: 59 mm x 31 mm x 84 mm (2-3/8" x 1-1/4" x 3-5/16")
: Approx. 130 g (0.29 lbs.)
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject
to change without notice.
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EN
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
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COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
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