JVC GR DVL9800 User Manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5

GETTING STARTED

6 – 15

RECORDING

16 – 43

Basic Recording For Video .................... 16

Basic Recording For

Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ................ 20

Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. ...... 22

Advanced Features For

Video And D.S.C. ............................. 24

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

PLAYBACK

44 – 57

Basic Playback For Video ..................... 44

Advanced Features For Video ................ 46

Basic Playback For D.S.C...................... 48

Advanced Features For D.S.C. ............... 50

GR-DVL9800

GR-DVL9700

CONNECTIONS

58 – 61

Basic Connections .............................. 58

Advanced Connections ......................... 60

DUBBING

62 – 67

Dubbing Images/Sounds Recorded

On A Tape To Another Tape ................. 62

Digital Dubbing Of Recorded

Images/Sounds Between Tapes ........... 64

Dubbing Images Stored In A

MultiMediaCard To A Tape .................. 66

Dubbing Images Recorded

On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard ........... 67

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USING THE REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT

68 – 78

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame

Playback and Playback Zoom .............. 70

Playback Special Effects ...................... 71

Random Assemble Editing .................... 72

For More Accurate Editing .................... 76

Audio Dubbing .................................. 78

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

79 – 85

86 – 91

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 86

Indications ...................................... 88

USER MAINTENANCE

CAUTIONS

93 – 95

96 – 97

98 – 99

TERMS

SPECIFICATIONS

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0512-001A

EN3

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-

type colour television signals. It cannot be used

for playback with a television of a different

standard. However, live recording and LCD

monitor/viewfinder playback are possible

anywhere. Use the BN-V607U/V615U/V628U

battery packs and, to recharge them, the

provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/

Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may

be necessary to accommodate different designs

of AC outlets in different countries.)

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 suscepti-

ble to this type of injury.

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or

on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space

on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or

more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a

newspaper, or cloth etc. 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 local rules or

laws governing the disposal of these batteries

must be followed strictly.

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,

Editing, DC, 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.

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.)

Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette and MultiMediaCard. Only

cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

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

.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark

.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without

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.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/Charger

AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK

•Remote Control Unit

RM-V716U

•DC Cord

•Battery Pack BN-V607U

•R03 (AAA) Battery x 2

(for remote control unit)

•Shoulder Strap

•Cleaning Cloth

•MultiMediaCard (4 MB)

(Already inserted in the camcorder)

•Lens Protector (Already

attached to the camcorder)

•Core Filter (for optional

DV cable, GR-DVL9700 only)

•S-Video Cable

•Cable Adapter

•Core Filter x 2

(for an optional external

microphone and headphones)

•JLIP Cable (Both plugs have

3 rings around the pin.)

•Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to

RCA plug)

•PC Connection Cable

•CD-ROM

The CD ROM contains the

following 7 software programs:

• JLIP Video Capture

• JLIP Video Producer

• Picture Navigator (for Windows^®)

• Picture Navigator (for Macintosh^®)

•DV Cable

(GR-DVL9800 only)

•Editing Cable (One plug

has 3 rings around the pin,

and the other has 1 ring

around the pin.)

Presto!

• Mr. Photo

• PhotoAlbum

• ImageFolio

EN5

How To Attach Core Filters

Attach the provided Core Filters to an optional DV cable (GR-DVL9700 only), external microphone or

headphones. Core Filters reduce interference.

3 cm

Stopper

External microphone and

headphones: wind once

DV cable: wind twice

Release the

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx.

Close the Core Filter until it

clicks shut.

stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core

ends of the Core

Filter.

Filter. Wind the cable around the outside of the Core

Filter as shown in the illustration.

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

Ⅲ When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO. MODE”

is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

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 power

is turned off.

Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to

CAMERA MENU

“

” and press MENU/BRIGHT twice while the demo is in

RETURN

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

GA I N UP

BEEP / TALLY

QUAL I TY

progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting

Menu (so you will not have to go through the Menu Screen).

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “OFF” and press it. The

normal screen appears.

I D NUMBER

DEMO. MODE ON

S I DE LED

OFF

GETTING STARTED

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.

To AC outlet

Battery pack

BN-V607U,

BN-V615U or

BN-V628U

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

AC Power

the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/

Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER

indicator lights.

Adapter/Charger

AA-V67EG or

AA-V67EK

POWER

Attach the battery pack with the

mark aligned

DC OUT connector

CHARGE indicator

indicator

with the corresponding marks on the AC Power

Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins

blinking to indicate charging has started.

Battery pack

BN-V607U

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays

lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery and lift off.

Remember to unplug the AC Adapter/Charger’s

power cord from the AC outlet.

BN-V615U (optional) approx. 3 hrs.

BN-V628U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.

NOTES:

● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature

range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

● Charging times noted above 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 Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

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

camcorder and charging stops.

● Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to

use it only in well-ventilated areas.

● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may

not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.

● 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.

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.

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder

temperatures.

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), 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.)

EN7

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Tilt the viewfinder upward 1.

BATT. RELEASE

Button

With the arrow on the battery pack pointing

downward, push the battery pack slightly against the

battery pack mount 2, then slide down the battery

pack to attach it 3.

•If the battery pack is attached with its

mark set

in the wrong direction, a malfunction may occur.

To Detach The Battery Pack. . .

.... tilt the viewfinder upward 1 and slide the battery

pack up slightly while pressing BATT. RELEASE to

detach it.

ATTENTION:

Approximate recording time

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.

Battery pack

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

BN-V607U

1hr. 5 min.

1 hr. 20 min.

2 hrs. 40 min.

BN-V615U

(optional)

2 hrs. 10 min.

INFORMATION:

BN-V628U

(optional)

3 hrs. 50 min.

7 hrs. 30 min.

4 hrs. 30 min.

9 hrs.

VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the

BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or

AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger.

Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals

before using.

BN-V856U

(optional)

It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery

pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/

Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG or

AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger.

NOTES:

● Recording time is reduced significantly under the

following conditions:

•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

● Before extended use, it is recommended that you

prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the

planned shooting time.

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to

240 V.

● For other notes, ੬ pg. 6.

To AC outlet

Power cord

AC Power

Adapter/Charger

AA-V67EG or

AA-V67EK

To DC OUT

connector

DC cord

To battery

pack mount

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Power Zoom Lever

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp

the grip.

Recording Start/

Stop button

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and

Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch. Set the Shooting Mode Dial to any

position.

Power Switch

Pull out the viewfinder fully and adjust it

manually for best viewability.

Dioptre Adjustment

Control

Slide the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly

focused.

Shooting Mode Dial

Shoulder Strap Attachment

PAUSE

Following the illustration, thread the strap

1 _{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, making sure the strap is not

twisted.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw and camera direction stud on

the tripod with the camera’s mounting socket

and stud hole. Then tighten the screw.

•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and

extend its legs fully to stabilise the

camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit

caused by falling over, do not use a small-

sized tripod.

EN9

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

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. 46).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch, and open the

LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned

on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”. Press it and

“DISPLAY MENU” appears.

Power lamp

Lock Button

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “CLOCK ADJ.”.

Press it and “day” is highlighted.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to input the day. Press it.

Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.

When the highlight bar is on “1RETURN”, press

MENU/BRIGHT twice.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable

lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the

camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC

Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached

to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s

rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However,

if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the

clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the

date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,

first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC

Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the

clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the

date/time setting before using the camcorder.

Display

FADER

WI PE

–

WI PE SCROLL

–

WI PE SHUTTER

RANDO

OFF

–

FADER

WH I TE

–

FADER BLACK

–

FADER

. W

D I SPLAY MENU

RETURN

ON SCREEN

DISPLAY MENU

Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the

date/time.

DATE

I ME

T I ME CODE

CLOCK

ADJ .

12 00

NOTE:

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 (day), the clock stops. When you finish

setting the minute and press MENU/BRIGHT, the date and

time begin operation from the date and time you just set.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

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 OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow then

swing the cassette holder cover open until it locks.

The cassette holder opens automatically.

•Do not touch internal components.

Cassette holder

OPEN/EJECT Switch

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

PUSH HERE

Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks

into place.

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

30 min.

60 min.

80 min.

30 min.

60 min.

80 min.

45 min.

90 min.

120 min.

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 23 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.

EN11

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

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, and open the

LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned

on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it.

“CAMERA MENU” appears.

Power lamp

Lock Button

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “REC MODE” and

press it. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP”

by rotating MENU/BRIGHT and press it. Rotate

MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN”, and press it

twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•Audio Dubbing is impossible on a tape recorded in

the LP mode.

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

1.5 times the recording time.

NOTES:

Display

● 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.

CAMERA MENU

Menu Screen

Sub Menu

RETURN

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

GA I N UP

BEEP / TALLY

QUAL I TY

I D NUMBER

DEMO. MODE

S I DE LED

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

PUSH-OPEN Button

Loading A MultiMediaCard

The provided MultiMediaCard is already inserted in the

camcorder when you receive the camcorder.

Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

Press PUSH-OPEN and open the LCD monitor, then

open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).

Insert the MultiMediaCard clipped edge first, with the

label facing up.

•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the

label.

To close the card cover, push it until you hear a click.

NOTES:

Card Cover

● Be sure to use only MultiMediaCards marked

“

”.

● Some brands of MultiMediaCards are not compatible

with this camcorder. Before purchasing a

MultiMediaCard, consult its manufacturer or dealer.

To Unload A MultiMediaCard . . .

.... in step 3 push the MultiMediaCard, which then comes

out of the camcorder automatically. Pull it out and

close the card cover.

ATTENTION:

Do not insert/remove the MultiMediaCard while the

camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the

MultiMediaCard to be corrupted or cause the

camcorder to become unable to recognize whether or

not the card is installed.

Clipped edge

MultiMediaCard

EN13

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Picture Quality Mode Setting

The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match

your needs. Three Picture Quality modes are available:

FINE, STANDARD and ECONOMY (in order of quality).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch, and open the LCD

monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The

power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it.

“CAMERA MENU” appears.

Power lamp

Lock Button

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “QUALITY” and

press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate MENU/

BRIGHT to select the desired mode and press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN”, and

press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

NOTE:

The number of storable images depends on the selected

Picture Quality mode, Shooting mode (VGA or XGA,

੬ pg. 15) as well as the composition of the subjects in the

images.

Display

CAMERA MENU

RETURN

Menu Screen

Sub Menu

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

Approximate Number of Storable Images for VGA mode

Picture Quality Mode

MultiMediaCard

GA I N UP

BEEP / TALLY

QUAL I TY

4 MB (provided) 8 MB (optional)

F I NE

I D NUMBER

STANDARD

FINE

DEMO. MODE ECONOMY

S I DE LED

STANDARD

ECONOMY

100

150

Approximate Number of Storable Images for XGA mode

Picture Quality Mode

MultiMediaCard

4 MB (provided)

8 MB (optional)

FINE

STANDARD

ECONOMY

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

To turn on the camcorder, first set the Power

Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”,

then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the

LCD monitor fully. When setting the Power

Switch, press and hold the Lock Button.

Operation Mode

Turning the Power Switch and Shooting Mode Dial allows

you to choose the appropriate operation mode from

among the following table and the one on pg. 15:

Power Switch

Function

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.

Full Auto:

Allows you to record using NO

special effects or manual

adjustments. Suitable for standard

recording.

Power Switch

Power lamp

OFF

Allows you to switch off the

camcorder.

Allows you to play back a

recording on the tape or to

transfer a still image recorded on

the tape or in the

Lock Button

MultiMediaCard to a computer.

Allows you to display an image

stored in the MultiMediaCard.

According to the Power Switch position you

have selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL”

appears in the upper left corner.

F. AUTO

When set to “

”

MANUAL

When set to “

If the Power Switch is set to “

” or

“

”, these indications do not appear.

EN15

Shooting Mode Dial

Shooting Mode

Dial Position

Function

VID

DUAL

•Allows you to record video on

a tape and store still images in a

MultiMediaCard simultaneously

(੬ pg. 26).

DUAL

XGA

•File size of still images: 640 x

480 pixels

•Video quality is the same as in

the VIDEO mode.

VIDEO

•Allows you to record video and

still images on a tape. Approx.

6 seconds of a still image is

inserted between video

recordings (੬ pg. 18).

•Zoom magnification over 10X is

available (੬ pg. 22, 31).

•Allows you to record moving

images (successive jitter-free

still images) with superior

quality on a tape (੬ pg. 24).

The still images can also be

processed on a PC or printed

out.

The following indications appear in the upper

left corner, depending on the Shooting Mode

Dial position.

(Progressive

mode)

DUAL

•Zoom magnification over 10X is

available (੬ pg. 22, 31).

•Playback of images recorded in

this mode is not smooth.

DUAL

: When set to “DUAL”

VGA

XGA

•Suitable for shooting many

images in a MultiMediaCard

(੬ pg. 13, 20).

No display : When set to “VIDEO”

•File size: 640 x 480 pixels

: When set to “PS”

: When set to “VGA”

: When set to “XGA”

•Allows you to record still

images in a MultiMediaCard at

high resolution (੬ pg. 13, 20).

Suitable for recording still

images with superior quality.

•File size: 1024 x 768 pixels

VGA

XGA

RECORDING Basic Recording For Video

NOTE:

Shooting Mode Dial

Power Switch

Power lamp

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

● Power (੬ pg. 6)

● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 10)

● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 11)

VIDEO

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “VIDEO”, then set the

Lock Button

Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the

LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the

viewfinder fully.

Recording

Start/Stop Button

•Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a

click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during

use.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure

the viewfinder is pushed back in. Press PUSH-OPEN

and open the LCD monitor fully. Tilt it upward/

downward for best viewability.

Display

Tape remaining

time indicator

(Approximate)

•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the

Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “

while recording is in progress.

” appears

min

(Now calculating)

3 min

90 min

89 min

0 min

(Blinking)

1 min

(Blinking)

2 min

(Blinking)

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

Tally lamp

(lights while recording

is in progress)

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT until the bright level indicator

on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is

reached.

•It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the view-

finder.

–

BR I GHT

180°

90°

PUSH-OPEN Button

EN17

NOTES:

● 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 image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface

Shooting.

● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

● 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.

● 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.

● 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 “ ”.

● 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. 23).

● During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear the sound, connect optional headphones to

the PHONE connector. The sound volume is at the level it was adjusted to during playback (੬ pg. 44).

● To turn the tally lamp off during recording, ੬ pg. 30, 31.

● To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, ੬ pg. 30, 33.

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may 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).

INTERFACE SHOOTING

The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD

monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing

your own image in the LCD monitor.

Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180° so that it

faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to

an angle of over approx. 105°, the monitor image is

inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at that

time, it also switches on.

Self-Recording

Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-

recording) and start recording.

During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and

indications do not appear inverted as they would when

viewing a mirror.

NOTES:

● During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running” indicator

and warning indications (੬ pg. 88, 89) are the only

ones that are shown; they appear reversed in the display

as they would when viewing a mirror, but are not

reversed in the recording.

● The tape remaining indicator does not appear during

interface shooting. However, when the remaining time

reaches 2 minutes, the indicator appears showing the

remaining time:

(blinking)

RECORDING Basic Recording For Video (cont.)

Power Switch

Snapshot (For Video Recording)

Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a

snapshot, or several of them in succession.

This feature lets you record still images that look like

photographs onto a tape.

Shooting Mode Dial

VIDEO

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Lock Button

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “VIDEO” or “PS”, then

set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out

the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

SNAPSHOT Button

Choose the appropriate Snapshot mode from the 6

available by repeatedly pressing SNAP MODE until

the desired snapshot mode indicator appears.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT.

If you press during Record-Standby . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be

recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the

camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

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 Button

To Use The Flash (੬ pg. 34) . . .

.... slide FLASH OPEN in the direction of the arrow

printed on the camcorder. The flash is raised. If the

flash is not needed, push down the flash.

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to

serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx.

1 second)

INDEX SCREEN Button

Display

FULL

Snapshot mode

EN19

NOTES:

PIN-UP

Pin-Up mode

● To remove the shutter sound, ੬ “BEEP/TALLY” on

pg. 31.

√

● If Digital Zoom is used while in the “MULTI-4” or

“MULTI-9” mode, Snapshot recording will be performed

with 10X magnification.

● In Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9, the flash is

disabled (੬ pg. 34).

● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks

when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 40) is

engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a

case, the icon blinks.

FRAME

Snapshot mode

with frame*

√

● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”

(੬ pg. 32), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

● To dub images recorded on a tape to a MultiMediaCard,

੬ pg. 67.

● The flash is disabled during video recording.

● To reduce the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s eyes when

the flash fires, ੬ pg. 34.

FULL

Snapshot mode

with no frame*

√

● During playback as well, all snapshot modes except

Nega/Posi mode are available when “

COPY”

is set to “OFF” in the VIDEO MENU (੬ pg. 46).

● When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE

connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the

speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.

MULTI-4

Multi-Analyser 4

Snapshot Search

Lets you find snapshots during playback of a tape.

Play back the tape (੬ pg. 44).

Press INDEX SCREEN. “SNAPSHOT SEARCH”

appears blinking on the screen and the tape fast-

forwards and pauses at a snapshot. When pressed

again, the tape pauses at the next snapshot. Repeat

until the desired snapshots are found.

MULTI-9

Multi-Analyser 9

NEGA/POSI

Nega/Posi mode*

√

* There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

When the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “PS”,

√

snapshot recording will be performed with higher

quality (੬ pg. 24).

RECORDING Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.)

Power Switch

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)

You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for

taking snapshots. Still images shot with the Shooting Mode

Dial set to “VGA” or “XGA” (੬ pg. 15) are recorded in

the MultiMediaCard.

Shooting Mode Dial

VGA

NOTE:

Lock Button

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

● Power (੬ pg. 6)

● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

SNAPSHOT Button

● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Loading A MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 12)

● Picture Quality Mode Setting (੬ pg. 13)

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “VGA” or “XGA”, then

set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

Press SNAPSHOT halfway. The screen becomes a still

image, which is captured into the camcorder’s

memory. However, it is not recorded until SNAP-

SHOT is pressed fully.

•At this moment, if you release SNAPSHOT,

snapshot recording will be cancelled.

FLASH OPEN Switch

Flash

Press SNAPSHOT fully.

The image is recorded in the MultiMediaCard.

•Still images are recorded in the snapshot mode with

no frame (੬ pg. 21).

To Use The Flash (੬ pg. 34) . . .

.... slide FLASH OPEN in the direction of the arrow

printed on the camcorder. The flash is raised. If the

flash is not needed, push down the flash. When

SNAPSHOT is pressed halfway, the flash fires.

Display

STD

10 / 24

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, Shooting mode, etc.

Number of shots taken

Displays the number of images that have already been shot.

Card icon

Appears during shooting and blinks when a MultiMediaCard is not loaded.

Shooting icon

Appears and blinks

during shooting.

Picture Quality mode

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 3 modes available:

FINE, STD (Standard) and ECO. (Economy) (in order of quality) (੬ pg. 13).

EN21

To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .

Snapshot mode

with no frame

.... when unwanted still images are stored in the

MultiMediaCard or its memory is full, refer to

“Deleting Images” (੬ pg. 51) and delete unwanted

still images.

To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .

.... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set

BEEP/TALLY to “OFF” on the Menu Screen

(੬ pg. 30, 31). The sound is no longer heard from the

speaker.

There is the sound of a shutter closing.

NOTES:

● Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 32), the Stabiliser

will be disabled.

● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “PHOTO” blinks

when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 40) is

engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a

case, the icon blinks.

● 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,

close the LCD monitor and re-open it. When using the

viewfinder, push back it in and pull it out again.

● The Motor Drive mode (੬ pg. 18) is disabled when the

Shooting Mode Dial is set to “VGA” or “XGA”.

● To reduce the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s eyes when

the flash fires, ੬ pg. 34.

● When a headphone set is connected to the PHONE

connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the

speaker.

● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rules for

Camera File systems). They do not have any

compatibility with devices which are not compliant to

DCF.

● In the XGA mode, images shot using a 800,000-pixel

Progressive Scan CCD (effective area: 720,000 pixels,

962 x 774 pixels) are converted and stored in the XGA

mode file size (1024 x 768 pixels).

RECORDING Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C.

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

FEATURE: Zooming

PURPOSE:

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous

change in image magnification.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

Ⅲ The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the

quicker the zoom action.

Zoom display

NOTES:

● 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. 27), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 200X, or it

can be switched to 10X magnification using the

optical zoom (੬ pg. 31).

Digital zoom

zone

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.

● Digital zoom cannot be used in the following cases:

•When digital image processing, such as Picture

Wipe/Dissolve (੬ pg. 38, 39) or Video Echo

(੬ pg. 40, 41), is activated.

Power Zoom Lever

•When the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “DUAL”,

“VGA” or “XGA”.

● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm 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 32.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Power Switch

EN23

NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

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. 72 – 77), 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

recorded tape.

Display

•When power shuts off during shooting.

•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during

shooting.

•When shooting using a partially recorded tape.

•When shooting on a blank portion located

partway through the tape.

Frames are not displayed

during recording.

Minutes

Seconds

•When shooting again after shooting a scene

then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.

Frames

(25 frames = 1 second)

TC 12 34 24

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1. Play back a tape to find the spot at which you want to start recording, then engage the Still Playback

mode (੬ pg. 44).

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. 33, 46).

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

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C.

SNAPSHOT Button

Progressive Mode Recording

This mode lets you record moving images (successive

jitter-free still images) onto a tape. Images can then played

back jitter-free, with superior quality. High-resolution still

images can also be processed on a personal computer or

can be printed out (੬ pg. 61).

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “PS”, then set the

Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the

viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Recording

Start/Stop

Button

To start Progressive Mode Recording, press the

Recording Start/Stop Button.

Power Switch

To End Progressive Mode Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

enters the Record-Standby mode.

NOTES:

Lock Button

● When an image recorded using the Progressive Mode is

played back, the image may not look natural.

● When the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “PS”, Picture

Wipe/Dissolve (੬ pg. 38) and some Programme AE

with special effects (੬ pg. 40) cannot be used.

● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the PS mode, a snapshot will

be recorded with higher quality than in VIDEO mode.

However, “MULTI-4” and “MULTI-9” cannot be used

(੬ pg. 19).

VID

X G A

V G

Shooting Mode Dial

EN25

Description of Progressive Scan CCD

Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to

pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of

outputting 50 full Frames* per second — twice the amount of conventional systems — it is able to deliver a

high quality picture even when its output signal is converted to a format that can be viewed on a TV screen.

*A PAL TV screen image is composed of 25 Frames per second. 1 Frame is made up of 2 Fields.

1 Frame

1. Regular shooting of moving images

Records 25 odd and 25 even image Fields, for a total of 50

per second. Since there is a time lag between an odd and

even Field, when they are combined to make 1 Frame the

part of the image that is moving appears as image jitter.

However, during normal playback, the moving picture

looks smooth and natural.

Scan A

Scan B

2. Progressive mode shooting of moving images (Progressive Mode Recording ੬ pg. 24)

Scan A is recorded, divided into an odd- and even-number Field, and then Scan B is skipped. Scans C and D

are handled in the same way as Scans A and B, as illustrated below, thereby recording 25 Frames per second.

Since each recorded odd- and even-number Field originates from the same Scan there is no time lag between

them, and so when they are combined into a Frame and a still image is displayed on a TV or PC monitor the

picture does not look jittery. However, when moving images are played back, the picture can look unnatural.

Scan A

Scan B

Scan C

Scan D

Skip

Odd-number

Field

Even-number

Field

Odd-number

Field

Even-number

Field

25 Frames per second

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Power Switch

Dual Shooting

Lets you record images on a tape and store still images in a

MultiMediaCard simultaneously. In other words, it is

possible to store still images in the MultiMediaCard

without interrupting image recording on the tape.

SNAPSHOT Button

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “DUAL”, then set the

Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the

viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Lock Button

While recording to a tape, press SNAPSHOT halfway.

A still image is displayed in the lower right corner of

the screen where the video image being recorded is

displayed.

•At this moment, if you release SNAPSHOT,

snapshot recording will be cancelled.

SNAPSHOT Button

Released position

Press SNAPSHOT fully. The displayed still image is

stored in the MultiMediaCard.

Video image

NOTES:

● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in the Record-Standby mode,

only a still image is stored in the MultiMediaCard. Video

recording does not take place.

● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”

(੬ pg. 32), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

● The Stabiliser is less effective in the DUAL mode than in

other modes.

Half-pressed

position

Still image

● The flash is disabled during video recording.

● Still images are stored in the MultiMediaCard in VGA

mode file size (੬ pg. 15).

● When the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “DUAL”, all

Fade/Wipe Effects and some Programme AE with special

effects cannot be used (੬ pg. 38 – 41).

Fully-pressed

position

Shooting Mode Dial

DUAL

FOCUS Button (5)

EN27

Focus detection zone

While focusing on a further

subject

While focusing on a nearer

subject

FEATURE: Auto Focus

PURPOSE:

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.

5 cm to the subject) to infinity.

However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual

focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour 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. 22). 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. 32) 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. 8).

2) Set the Power Switch to “ ”, then press FOCUS (5). The manual focus indicator appears.

3) To focus on a farther subject, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+”. “ ” appears and blinks.

To focus on a nearer subject, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “–”. “ ” appears and blinks.

4) Press MENU/BRIGHT. Focus adjustment is complete.

To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS (5) twice or set the Power Switch to “ ”.

If FOCUS (5) 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.

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Power Switch

High Speed Recording

The images recorded in High Speed Recording mode can

Shooting Mode Dial

be played back with high density in slow-motion. This

feature is an effective way to capture fast-moving action.

Also refer to “Progressive Slow-Motion Playback” on

pg. 29.

Lock Button

VIDEO

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “VIDEO”, then set the

Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock

Button. Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD

monitor fully.

To engage High Speed Recording Standby, press

HIGH SPEED while in the Record-Standby mode.

•There are 3 High Speed Recording modes available

as illustrated on the left. Each time HIGH SPEED

(4/6) is pressed, the screen is switched.

To start High Speed Recording, press the Recording

Start/Stop Button.

HIGH SPEED Button

Recording Start/Stop Button

To end High Speed Recording, press the Recording

Start/Stop Button.

•To release the High Speed Recording mode, press

HIGH SPEED until the normal screen reappears.

Screen during High Speed Recording or playback of

images recorded in High Speed Recording mode

NOTES:

● The screen may jitter.

● It is possible to copy scenes recorded in High Speed

Recording mode from this camcorder only to another

GR-DVL9800.

Normal Record-

Standby

PAUSE

● During High Speed Recording, the following functions

are disabled: Fade/Wipe effects (੬ pg. 38, 39),

Programme AE with special effects (other than “TWI-

LIGHT” and “SHUTTER”, ੬ pg. 40, 41), “DIS” (੬ pg.

32), Snapshot (੬ pg. 18) and over 10X zoom magnifi-

cation (੬ pg. 31).

2X horizontal high-

density: Suitable for

recording

horizontally-moving

scenes such as

running.

● If zooming is attempted during High Speed Recording,

the image may become slightly blurred.

2X vertical high-

density: Suitable for

recording vertically-

moving scenes such

as golf.

4X high-density:

Suitable for

recording much

faster-moving scenes.

EN29

PROGRESSIVE SLOW-MOTION PLAYBACK

Power Switch

Images recorded in High Speed Recording mode will offer

less blur than normal images when played back in slow-

motion. You can watch fast-moving action in slow-motion

with superior quality.

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing down

Lock Button

the Lock Button located on the switch.

To find a section recorded in the High Speed

Recording mode, press 4/6, then

When the desired section is found, press 4/6.

•To see how images recorded in the High Speed

recording mode are played back on this camcorder,

੬ pg. 28.

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

SLOW

Button

To start Progressive Slow-Motion, press SLOW on the

camcorder for more than approx. 2 seconds.

To Search In Rewind Or Forward . . .

.... press SLOW (9) on the remote control for more

than approx. 2 seconds to view reverse Slow-

Motion. Press SLOW (0) on the remote control

for more than approx. 2 seconds to return to

forward Slow-Motion.

Rewind Button

(2)

Stop Button (5)

Playback image on a video unit other than the

GR-DVL9800/DVL 9700 or when the camcorder is

connected to a monitor via DV OUT.

•To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

•To start frame-by-frame playback, press SLOW and

release it quickly.

•To zoom in during Progressive Slow-Motion, press

T/W on the remote control at the desired scene.

•After approx. 1 minute in Slow Rewind or approx. 2

minutes in Slow Forward, normal playback

resumes.

2X horizontal high-

density

To end Progressive Slow-Motion, press 5.

2X vertical

high-density

NOTES:

● To protect the video heads, Progressive Slow-Motion

Playback is performed only up to 2 minutes in Slow

Forward and only up to 1 minute in Slow Rewind.

● If a tape recorded in High Speed Recording mode is

dubbed between 2 video units (except when the player

is GR-DVL9800 or GR-DVL9700 and the recorder is

GR-DVL9800), Progressive Slow-Motion Playback of the

dubbed tape is not possible.

4X high-density

● When editing with JLIP Video Producer (provided

software), Playback Special Effects and Fade/Wipe

effects do not function properly in images recorded in

High Speed Recording mode.

● During Progressive Slow-Motion Playback, the following

functions are disabled: “STROBE” and “VIDEO ECHO”

of Playback Special Effects (੬ pg. 71).

● If the tape reaches a portion which was not recorded in

High Speed Recording mode during Progressive Slow-

Motion Playback, Progressive Slow-Motion changes to

normal Slow-Motion.

Zoom Buttons (T/W)

SLOW Rewind/Forward Button

PLAY

● If images recorded in High Speed Recording mode are

output via the PRINTER connector, the images will be

printed as shown in the illustration on the left.

RM-V716U

(provided)

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

Power Switch

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,

on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more

detailed camcorder settings (੬ pg. 31 – 33) .

Lock Button

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out

the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Display

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function

icon, and press it. The selected function menu

appears.

FADER WI PE

Menu Screen

–

WI PE SCROLL

–

WI PE SHUTTER

RANDO

OFF

Function menu setting depends on the function.

–

FADER

WH I TE

FADER BLACK

–

If you have selected “ ”, “ ”, “ ” or “ ” . . .

.... see pg. 31.

FADER

. W

If you have selected “ ”, “ ” or “ ”. . .

.... go to step 5.

CAMERA MENU

1RETURN

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function

and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

Then, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the parameter,

and press it. Selection is complete.

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

GA I N UP

BEEP / TALLY

QUAL I TY

I D NUMBER

DEMO. MODE

S I DE LED

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•The

icon represents “END”.

MANUAL MENU

RETURN

D I S *

SELF

–

I MER OFF

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WI ND CUT

FLASH

FLASH ADJ .

Sub Menu

D I SPLAY MENU

RETURN

ON SCREEN

DATE

I ME

T I ME CODE

CLOCK

ADJ .

12 00

END

Normal Screen

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Menu Screen Explanations

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (੬ pg. 38, 39).

FADER/WIPE

P.AE/EFFECT

EXPOSURE

W.BALANCE

Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 40, 41).

Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (੬ pg. 42).

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”

(੬ pg. 43).

Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your pre-

ference (੬ pg. 11).

REC MODE

SOUND

MODE

12 BIT

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)

16 BIT

10X

Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.

(Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

ZOOM

When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will

reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.

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 40X digital magnification.

200X

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 200X digital magnification.

GAIN UP

OFF

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.

The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.

AGC

AUTO

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/25 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a

subject in low or poor lighting at 1/25 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. When set to this mode,

“

” is displayed.

BEEP/

TALLY

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. Instead of a beep, a

ON:

MELODY melody sounds when any operation is performed. It also activates the shutter

sound effect (੬ pg. 18, 20).

ON:BEEP The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.

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. 18, 20).

OFF

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape.

QUALITY Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE, STANDARD or ECONOMY) depending

on your preference (੬ pg. 13).

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

NOTE:

The “

CAMERA MENU” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.

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RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme 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.

DEMO.

MODE

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”.

Automatic demonstration will not take place.

OFF

“PROGRESSIVE SCAN” lights on the camcorder when using the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as a power supply unit, and lights for approx. 5 seconds when using the battery

pack. The indicator colour depends on the Shooting Mode Dial position. VIDEO or PS:

Red, DUAL: Purple, VGA or XGA: Blue The Power Switch should be set to “ ” or

SIDE LED

DIS

OFF

“

”.

To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high

magnification.

NOTES:

● Accurate stabilisation 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.

OFF

• 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 Stabiliser cannot be used.

Refer to “Self-Timer” (੬ pg. 36).

SELF-

TIMER

Refer to “5-Second Recording” (੬ pg. 37).

OFF

Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and changing its

position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving (੬ pg. 37).

ANIM.

OFF

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnifica-

tion. Unless there is a distance more than 1m 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.

TELE

MACRO

• Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen

ratio.

OFF

WIDE

MODE

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 and the screen ratio

becomes 16:9. 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.

CINEMA

• The “CINEMA” mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “VIDEO”

or “PS”.

For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the

SQUEEZE

PS WIDE

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 Shooting Mode Dial is set to

“VIDEO” or “PS”.

“S-W” appears. The zoom range is extended beyond the maximum optical zoom wide

angle range. This mode’s wide angle setting is equivalent to using a 0.7X wide

conversion lens. Zooming is possible from 0.7X to 10X. This mode is suitable for

shooting in a small room.

• The “PS WIDE” mode is effective only when the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “PS”.

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EN33

OFF

Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.

WIND

CUT

Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “

sound will change. This is normal.

” appears. The quality of the

Refer to “Snapshot Flash” (੬ pg. 34).

FLASH

Refer to “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (੬ pg. 35).

FLASH

ADJ.

SCREEN

LCD

Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from

appearing on the connected TV screen.

LCD/TV

SIMPLE

Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is

connected to a TV.

Keeps the indications (except the tape running indicator, warnings, date, time,

time code, etc.) from appearing in the camcorder. Also keeps the camcorder’s

display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the

connected TV screen.

DATE/

TIME

AUTO

Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:

•When the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “ ” or “ ”.

•When playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when scenes

are recorded.

•When the date is changed during playback.

OFF

The date/time does not appear.

The date/time is always displayed.

TIME

CODE

Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame

numbers are not displayed during recording.

OFF

Time code is not displayed.

Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 9).

CLOCK

ADJ.

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NOTES:

● The “MANUAL MENU” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

● “DISPLAY MENU” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” are also applied when the

Power Switch is set to “

” (੬ pg. 46). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

● The “DISPLAY MENU” 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 RM-V716U remote

control (provided) (੬ pg. 59, 62, 73).

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Power Switch

Snapshot Flash

The flash can be used when a snapshot is taken in Record-

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Lock Button

Standby (੬ pg. 18, 20).

•In Full Auto mode, the flash automatically fires if it is

dark ( appears).

•In Manual mode, you can select the “FLASH” setting as

follows:

SNAPSHOT Button

AUTO

: Fires automatically if it is dark ( appears).

: Fires automatically if it is dark ( appears)

and reduces the Red-Eye effect in the subject’s

eyes.

: Always fires.

Perform the procedure below.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out

the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Display

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

MANUAL MENU

RETURN

Menu Screen

D I S

–

SELF

I MER

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it.

“MANUAL MENU” appears.

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FLASH

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “FLASH”, and press

it. The Sub Menu appears.

AUTO

FLASH ADJ . AUTO

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “AUTO”, “AUTO

” or “ON”, and press it. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to

select “1RETURN”. Press it twice to close the Menu

Screen.

FLASH OPEN Switch

Flash

If “AUTO

.... the

” Is Selected . . .

Red-Eye reduction indicator lights. Press

SNAPSHOT. The flash fires twice. The first flash is for

reduction of the human eye’s red reflection and the

second flash is for the actual recording.

To Use The Flash . . .

.... slide FLASH OPEN in the direction of the arrow

printed on the camcorder. The flash is raised. If the

flash is not needed, push down the flash.

NOTES:

● Do not fire the flash at a person at short range.

● In Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-Analyser 9, the flash is disabled (੬ pg. 19).

● The flash does not fire when the battery remaining power is low. Moreover, the flash does not fire when it is

set to “AUTO” in the Menu Screen with GAIN UP set to “OFF” (੬ pg. 31) and with Programme AE with

special effects set to “TWILIGHT” (੬ pg. 41).

● When taking several snapshots in succession (Motor Drive Mode), the flash fires only during the first one.

● Although images shot with a flash tend to look whiter than they actually are, to compensate for this the

camcorder automatically darkens the picture when using the flash. When shooting a subject at a distance

where the flash light cannot reach (over approx. 2 m), push down the flash to prevent the picture from

becoming too dark.

● When using a conversion lens, keep the flash pushed down as the flash sensor will be blocked by the lens.

● The colour tone changes depending on the background lighting conditions, such as under fluorescent or

halogen lamps.

● To change the brightness of the flash, ੬ “Flash Brightness Adjustment” (੬ pg. 35).

● While charging the flash,

blinks and the flash will not fire. Although noise may appear, this is not a

malfunction and is not recorded. It can take up to 10 seconds to charge the flash.

EN35

Flash Brightness Adjustment

When a snapshot (੬ pg. 18, 20) is taken in the dark the

camcorder fires the flash (੬ pg. 34) and adjusts the

brightness automatically. You can also adjust the flash

brightness manually. When you find that the snapshots

you took look too bright or too dark, adjust it manually.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch, then pull out

the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Power Switch

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Lock Button

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it.

“MANUAL MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “FLASH ADJ.”, and

press it. The parameter appears.

To intensify the flash, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards

“+”. To weaken the flash, rotate it towards “–”.

Adjustment range: –3 to +3.

Display

MANUAL MENU

RETURN

Menu Screen

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Rotate it to select “1RETURN”

and press it twice to close the Menu Screen.

D I S

–

SELF

I MER

TELE MACRO

WI DE MODE

WI ND CUT

FLASH

NOTE:

When you change the subject you are shooting or the

shooting location, set it back to ±0 as described in step 5

and take a snapshot to check the flash brightness. After

doing this adjust to your desired brightness.

FLASH ADJ .

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

Self-Timer

Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can

become part of the scene in a more natural way, adding

the final touch to a memorable picture.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the

viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

•You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180° so that

it faces forward and view yourself while self-

recording with the viewfinder pushed back.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELF-TIMER”, and

press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate MENU/

BRIGHT to select “ON”, and press it. Selection is

complete. Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

Recording Start/Stop

Button

Display

“

1RETURN”, and press it twice to close the Menu

Screen.

MANUAL MENU

RETURN

Menu Screen

D I S

SELF

To engage the Self-Timer for video recording, press

the Recording Start/Stop Button. After 15 seconds, the

beep sounds and video recording starts. To stop Self-

Timer recording, press the Recording Start/Stop

Button again. The camcorder re-enters Record-

Standby mode.

–

I MER OFF

TELE MACRO

WI DE MODE

WI ND CUT

FLASH

FLASH ADJ .

Press SNAPSHOT. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds

and snapshot recording starts. After that, the

camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.

MANUAL

To end Self-Timer recording, select “OFF” in step 4 or

set the Power Switch to “OFF” or “ ”.

Self-Timer

indication

NOTE:

If “BEEP/TALLY” is set to “OFF” (੬ pg. 31), the beep does

not sound and the tally lamp does not light.

When the Recording Start/Stop Button

or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally

lamp changes as shown:

Turns off

(Self-Timer

₄snapshot

recording

starts)

Stops blinking

and stays on

₄(Self-Timer

video record-

ing starts)

Begins blinking

(Self-Timer starts)

Blinks quickly

(Self-Timer shooting

starts soon)

After approx. 15 sec.

EN37

Shooting Mode Dial

5-Second Recording

Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips

to keep the action moving. This function is available only

for video recording.

DUAL

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “VIDEO”, “PS” or

“DUAL”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor

fully.

SNAPSHOT

Button

MENU/BRIGHT

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Wheel

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, and press it.

“MANUAL MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “5S”, and press it.

The Sub Menu appears.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “5S”, and press it.

•“5S MODE” appears.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp

lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of

recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters

Record-Standby mode.

Recording Start/Stop

Button

•Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button

again within 5 seconds after recording starts,

Record-Standby mode is not engaged.

To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 5 or set the

Power Switch to “ ” or “OFF”.

Display

MANUAL MENU

Men Screen

RETURN

To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .

.... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button in

step 6, press SNAP MODE repeatedly until the desired

snapshot indicator is displayed, then press

D I S

SELF

–

I MER

OFF

TELE MACRO

WI DE MODE

WI ND CUT

FLASH

AN I M.

SNAPSHOT. The camcorder records a 5-second still

(੬ pg. 18). When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” (੬ pg. 32)

this function is not available.

FLASH ADJ .

NOTE:

When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen the

5-second recording mode is not available. Animation

recording of a few frames only is taken instead

(੬ pg. 32).

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

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 recording is started or when

you stop recording.

Set the Shooting Mode Dial to “VIDEO” or “PS” then

set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the

viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

IMPORTANT:

Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with

certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects (੬ pg. 40, 41). If an unusable Fade/

Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or

goes out.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Shooting Mode Dial

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function,

then press it. Selection is complete.

VIDEO

•The FADER/WIPE Menu disappears and the effect is

reserved. The indicator representing the selected

effect appears.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the

Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION

and

(

)

The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when recording is

started.

Follow steps 1 through 4 above.

Power 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.

Recording Start/Stop Button

To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .

.... select “OFF” in step 4.

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.

NOTES:

● 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.

● Picture Wipe/Dissolve cannot be used when

the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “PS”.

● All Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used when

the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “DUAL”.

● 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.

EN39

Fader And Wipe Menu

Effect

Fade in or out with a white screen.

FADER — WHITE

FADER — BLACK

FADER — B.W

Fade in or out with a black screen.

Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out

from colour to black and white.

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 centre of a black screen and wipes in toward

the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the

centre.

WIPE — WINDOW

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

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.

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 in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom,

or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a

black screen.

WIPE — SHUTTER

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

WIPE — SLIDE

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen

toward the corners, covering the previous scene.

The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to

left.

The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left, like

a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.

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 centre toward

the top and bottom of the screen.

When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the

effect used in scene transition (from

RANDOM

, and

). The Picture Wipe/Dissolve function is not

available.

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

IMPORTANT:

Programme AE With Special Effects

Some modes of Programme AE with special

effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe

Effects (੬ pg. 39). If an unusable mode is

selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the

viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Shooting Mode Dial

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then press it.

VIDEO

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired mode,

then press it. Selection is complete.

•The P.AE/EFFECT Menu disappears and the selected

mode is activated. The selected mode indicator

appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

.... select “OFF” in step 4.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

NOTE:

Programme AE with special effects can be changed during

recording or during Record-Standby.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Display

EFFECT

Menu Screen

SLO

10x

SLO

V I DEO ECHO

OFF

1/50

1/100

1/250

1/100

1/250

SHUTTER

EN41

TWILIGHT

VIDEO ECHO

Makes evening scenes look more natural.

Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your

recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification

of over 10X is not available.

White Balance (੬ pg. 43) 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 to infinity.

From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.

The flash does not fire in this mode.

SEPIA

Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old

photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a

SLOW (Slow Shutter)

classic look.

MONOTONE

Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than

they would be under good natural lighting. Use

“SLOW” only in dark areas.

Like classic black and white films, your footage is

shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema

mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.

SLOW 4X

The Shutter Speed is set to 1/12.5th of a second to

quadruple the sensitivity.

SLOW 10X

The Shutter Speed is set to 1/5th of a second to

provide 10 times the sensitivity.

NOTES:

● When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a strobe-

like effect.

CLASSIC FILM

Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

● If the manual focus indicator blinks when “SLOW”

is used, adjust focus manually and use a tripod.

SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed)

1/50–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50th 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-vapour lamp

is reduced.

1/250 –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.

¹Not available when the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “DUAL”.

²Available only when the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “VIDEO” or “PS”.

³Available only when the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “VIDEO” or “VGA”.

⁴Available only when the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “VIDEO”, “PS” or “VGA”.

RECORDING Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

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 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.

•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.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch,

When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even

when the subject moves away from you, the image

will not darken or brighten.

then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the

LCD monitor fully.

Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through

4 of “Exposure Control”.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen

appears.

Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then

press it.

monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold

MENU/BRIGHT for over 2 seconds. The

exposure control indicator and “ ” appear.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “MANUAL”,

Press MENU/BRIGHT. “ ” changes to “

and the iris is locked. “EXP.” changes to

“MANUAL”.

”

then press it. The Menu Screen disappears.

“EXP.” and the highlight bar on the exposure

control indicator are displayed.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+” to brighten

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

the image, or towards “–” to darken the image.

(maximum ±6)

EXP.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Exposure adjustment is

complete. The indication “EXP.” changes to

“MANUAL” and the highlight bar on the

exposure control indicator goes out.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power

Switch to “ ”.

Iris lock indicator

To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

Power Switch

.... press BACKLIGHT.

is displayed and the

SPOTLIGHT Button

BACKLIGHT Button

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.

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .

.... rotate MENU/BRIGHT to display “AUTO” then

press it in step 4. The exposure control indicator

and “ ” disappear. Or, set the Power Switch to

“

”.

To Darken The Subject Quickly . . .

To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .

.... after step 4, adjust the exposure rotating MENU/

BRIGHT. Then lock the iris in step 5. For

.... press SPOTLIGHT.

is displayed and the

subject is darkened. If pressed again,

disappears and the brightness returns to the

previous level.

automatic locking, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to

select “AUTO”, then press it in step 4. The iris

becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.

•–3 exposure has the same effect as the SPOTLIGHT

Button.

•Using SPOTLIGHT may cause the light around the

subject to become too dark and the subject to

become black.

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.

•Backlight and spotlight compensations are also

available when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

EN43

White Balance Adjustment

Manual White Balance Operation

A term that refers to the correctness of colour

reproduction under various lighting. If the white

balance is correct, all other colours will be

accurately reproduced.

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under

various types of lighting.

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

adjustment, and select “

MAN.”.

The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.

However, more advanced camcorder operators

control this function manually to achieve a more

professional colour/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 MENU/BRIGHT until

When the setting is completed,

blinking.

begins blinking.

stops

down the Lock Button located on the switch,

then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the

LCD monitor fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The indication “W.BAL”

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen

changes to “MANUAL” and only the Manual

appears.

White Balance indicator

is displayed.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then

press it. The “W.BALANCE” Menu appears.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “MANUAL”,

and press it. The Menu Screen disappears and

“W.BAL” and the currently selected mode are

displayed. Rotate it to select the desired mode.

“

” – White balance is set manually.

” – Outdoors on a sunny day.

” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.

” – A video light or similar type of lighting

is used.

White paper

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Selection is complete.

Power Switch

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power

Switch to “ ”.

To Change The Tint For Recording . . .

.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white.

The white balance is adjusted based on the

colour, changing the tint. Red paper = deeper

green; blue paper = orange; yellow paper =

deeper purple.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when Sepia or

Monotone (੬ pg. 41) is activated.

NOTES:

● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white

paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually

(੬ pg. 27).

● A subject can be shot under various types of

lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,

candlelight, etc.). Because the colour 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.

PLAYBACK Basic Playback For Video

Power Switch

Load a tape (੬ pg. 10).

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

•Press

to rewind, or

to fast-forward the tape

during Stop mode.

To Control The Speaker Volume . . .

.... slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to

turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the

volume.

Power Zoom Lever (VOL.)

Speaker

NOTES:

● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is

supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off

automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to

“OFF”, then to “

”.

● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,

viewfinder or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 58).

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and retracted.

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

Rewind Button (2

Fast-Forward Button (3

Stop Button (5)

•When power is supplied from a battery: the “

”

battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.

When power is supplied through the DC cord: “

does not appear.

•During Stop mode, none of the indications are

displayed.

)

”

)

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 stabilises 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

for forward or

for reverse search during playback.

or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button.

Once you release it, normal playback resumes.

● A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.

EN45

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

Slow-Motion Playback: Allows slow-speed

search in the forward direction.

1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback,

press SLOW more than approx. 2 seconds. After

approx. 2 minutes, normal playback resumes.

•You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from

Still Playback by pressing SLOW more than

approx. 2 seconds.

Ⅲ To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

● For Slow Rewind, use the RM-V716U remote

control (provided) (੬ pg. 70).

● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image

processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.

● After SLOW 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.

SLOW Button

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

Rewind Button (2

)

Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-

Fast-Forward Button (3

)

by-frame search.

1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame

Playback, press SLOW repeatedly. Each time it is

pressed, the frame is played back in the forward

direction.

Stop Button (5)

Or, rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+” for forward

Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for reverse

Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.

•You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback in

the forward direction from Still Playback by

pressing SLOW repeatedly.

Ⅲ To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

● You can also use the provided RM-V716U remote

control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (੬ pg. 70).

Playback Zoom and Playback Special

Effects

Available only with the RM-V716U remote control

(provided) (੬ pg. 70, 71).

PLAYBACK Advanced Features For Video

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

The following procedure applies to all except Synchro

Comp (੬ pg. 76, 77).

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Lock Button

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function

icon, and press it. The selected function menu

appears.

Recording Start/Stop Button

Display

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function,

V I DEO MENU

and press it to display the Sub Menu.

Menu Screen

RETURN

SOUND

12B I T

ODE

STEREO

MODE

OUND

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired

parameter and press it. Selection is complete.

SYNCHRO

COPY

–

AV / S V I DEO

GR-DVL9800

only

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice to close the Menu Screen.

D I SPLAY

ENU

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

SYNCHRO

COPY

੬ pg. 47.

੬ pg. 77.

RETURN

ON SCREEN

DATE / T I

T I ME CODE

OFF

ON: Enables dubbing of

images recorded on a

tape to a MultiMediaCard

(੬ pg. 67).

OFF: Enables snapshots to

be taken during video

playback.

AV/S-VIDEO

(GR-DVL9800

only)

ON: Enables audio/video

signal input from the AV

and S-VIDEO connectors

(੬ pg. 63).

OFF: Enables audio/video

signal output to a TV,

VCR, etc. via the AV and

S-VIDEO connectors.

(੬ pg. 58, 62)

* Each setting is linked with “DISPLAY MENU”,

which appears when the Power Switch is set

to “ ” (੬ pg. 33). The parameters are the

same as in the description on pg. 33.

ON SCREEN*

Makes the camcorder’s

indications appear/

disappear from the

NOTES:

● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN

settings by pressing DISPLAY on the RM-

V716U remote control (provided).

● If “ON SCREEN” is set to “SIMPLE”, it keeps

the camcorder’s display (except the date,

time and time code) from appearing on the

connected TV. It also makes the playback

sound mode and tape speed disappear on the

camcorder.

connected TV screen.

DATE/TIME*

TIME CODE*

Makes the date/time

appear/disappear on the

camcorder.

Makes the time code

appear/disappear on the

camcorder.

EN47

Playback Sound

During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the

sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access

explanation on pg. 46, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the

desired parameter.

STEREO

Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

SOUND L

SOUND R

SOUND 1

SOUND 2

MIX

Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.

Original sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on

both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

: 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.

Display

ON SCREEN setting:

For playback sound, tape

speed and tape running.

DATE/TIME setting:

For date/time.

TIME CODE setting:

For time code.

12B I T

SOUND

25. 12. 00

17 30

TC 12 34 24

Frames*

Seconds

Minutes

*25 frames = 1 second

PLAYBACK Basic Playback For D.S.C.

Power Switch

Normal Playback

Images shot with the camcorder are automatically

numbered, then stored in numerical order in the

MultiMediaCard. You can view the stored images, one at a

time, much like flipping through a photo album.

Lock Button

Play (4/6)

Button

Load a MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 12).

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing

down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully

or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

Stop (5)

Button

Press

to display the next image.

to display the previous image.

Fast-Forward (3

)

Rewind (2) Button

Button

[For Normal Playback]

[For Auto Playback]

Auto Playback

To display the next image

You can run through all the images stored in memory

automatically.

Display

–

100 0010

Perform steps 1 and 2 above.

Press 4/6.

•If you press

during Auto Playback, images are

displayed in descending order.

10 / 24

11 / 24

12 / 24

13 / 24

•If you press

displayed in ascending order.

during Auto Playback, images are

–

100 0011

To end Auto Playback, press 5.

NOTE:

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.

–

100 0012

–

100 0013

Directory and File names

Displays the directory and file names (੬ pg. 49).

Total number of images

Displays the total number of stored images.

To display the

image

Image number

Displays the index number of the image file (੬ pg. 49).

EN49

Picture Quality mode

File size

INDEX Screen

Directory and File names

Index number

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 mode, directory and file names as well as which

images are protected against accidental erasure.

Selected image

EXIT

INDEX

100-DVC00003

VGA

100-DVC00003: Directory and File names

Shows that the selected shot is in a directory called “100”

and its file name is “DVC00003”.

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 (੬ pg. 48), the directory and only

the last four digits of the file name are displayed.

001

002

003

004

005

006

VGA: File size

Displays the file size of the stored image. There are 2

modes available: XGA and VGA (੬ pg. 15).

Protect icon

001: Index number

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Index numbers are marked from 001. For example, when

10 images are stored (index number: 001 to 010), if three

images with index numbers 002, 004 and 006 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 001 to 007.

Power Switch

Lock Button

F/S/E: Picture Quality mode

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image.

There are 3 modes available: FINE, STANDARD and

ECONOMY (in order of quality) (੬ pg. 13).

: Protect icon

When an image is protected against its accidental erasure,

a padlock mark appears next to the Picture Quality mode

indicator, and that image cannot be deleted.

Selected Image

An image is framed in green like this when it is selected.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to the

desired image.

Index Playback

You can view the images stored in memory six at a time.

Use this mode when looking for an image you wish to

view.

INDEX SCREEN Button

Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” on

pg. 48.

Playback Screen

To access the INDEX Screen, press INDEX SCREEN.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

the desired image and press it. The image selected in

the INDEX Screen is displayed.

PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C.

Protecting Images

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of

images. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the

Picture Quality Mode indication, that image cannot be

deleted.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing

down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully

or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

Power Switch

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate it to select “ ” and press it. “DSC MENU”

appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “PROTECT” and

press it. The PROTECT Index Screen appears.

Lock Button

Menu Screen

TO PROTECT AN IMAGE

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3

above.

Display

DSC

RETURN

ENU

PROTECT

I MAGE

FRAME

FORMAT

DPOF

L .

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

the desired image and press it. A “ ” padlock mark

appears on the selected image.

Repeat this procedure for all images you do not wish

to delete by accident.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. The normal playback screen appears.

EXIT

001

PROTECT

PROTECT Index

Screen

002

003

NOTE:

When the memory is initialised or corrupted, even

protected images are deleted. If you do not want to lose

important images, transfer them to a PC and save them.

004

005

006

TO REMOVE PROTECTION

Padlock mark

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3

above.

Normal playback

If Protection is

removed

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

the desired image and press it. The “ ” padlock

mark located above the image disappears and the

image is no longer protected.

EXIT

001

PROTECT

002

005

003

Repeat this procedure for all images from which you

wish to remove protection.

004

006

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. The normal playback screen appears.

Normal playback

EN51

Deleting Images

Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time

or all at once.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing

down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully

or pull out the viewfinder fully.

•A stored image is displayed.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate it to select “ ” and press it. “DSC MENU”

appears.

Power Switch

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “IMAGE DEL.” and

press it. The Sub Menu appears.

Lock Button

TO SELECT AN IMAGE BY BROWSING

IMAGES STORED IN MEMORY

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

Display

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELECTED” and

EXIT

001

DELETE

DELETE Index

Screen

press it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.

002

003

006

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT 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.

004

005

To deselect an image, press MENU/BRIGHT again.

The “ ” disappears.

Deletion

Confirmation

Screen

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. The selected images are deleted and the

normal playback screen appears.

•To cancel deletion, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

TO DELETE ALL IMAGES

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ALL” and press it.

The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. All the images are deleted.

•To cancel deletion, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

CAUTION:

While deleting images, never remove the

MultiMediaCard or disconnect power, as

this may cause the memory to be cor-

rupted. Also, be sure to use the AC Power

Adapter/Charger, as a malfunction may

occur if the battery become exhausted

halfway through the operation.

NOTES:

● Protected images (੬ pg. 50) 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.

PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

MENU/

Superimposing A Print Frame

BRIGHT Wheel

A selection of print frames are stored in the camcorder. A

frame can be superimposed over a still image.

Play back an image stored in the MultiMediaCard.

Press PRINT FRAME. The Print Frame Index Screen

appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

the desired print frame and press it. Selection is

complete. The selected print frame is superimposed

over the still image.

To Make The Print Frame Disappear . . .

.... press PRINT FRAME.

NOTES:

● A print frame created on a PC can be transferred to a

MultiMediaCard using the provided software. Trans-

ferred print frames are displayed from print frame index

number 010, and they can be used together with the

print frames in the camcorder’s memory. For details on

creating/transferring print frames, refer to the software

instructions.

PRINT FRAME Button

Display

INDEX

002

Print Frame Index

Screen

FRAME 5

001

● Depending on the images you play back, the print frame

outline may become grainy or vague.

003

006

004

005

EN53

Initialising A MultiMediaCard

You can initialise a MultiMediaCard anytime.

After initialising, all images and data stored in the

MultiMediaCard, including those which have been

protected, are cleared.

MENU/BRIGHT

Wheel

Set the Power Switch to “

down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

”, while pressing

Power Switch

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it.

“DSC MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “FORMAT” and

press it. The Sub Menu appears.

Lock Button

Menu Screen

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. The MultiMediaCard is initialised. When

initialisation is finished, “NO STORED IMAGE”

appears.

•To cancel initialisation, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to

select “CANCEL” and press it.

Display

DSC

RETURN

PROTECT

I MAGE

FRAME

FORMAT

DPOF

L .

CANCEL

EXECUTE

CAUTION:

Do not perform any other operation (such as

turning off the camcorder) during initialisation.

Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power

Adapter/Charger, as the MultiMediaCard may be

corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted

during initialisation.

PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

Print Frame Deletion

A print frame created on a PC can be transferred to a

MultiMediaCard using the provided software. Print frames

that have been transferred to a MultiMediaCard can be

deleted when they are no longer needed.

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

There are 2 ways of deleting previously created print

frames: by browsing through print frames individually or

by deleting them all at once.

TO SELECT A PRINT FRAME BY BROWSING

PRINT FRAMES STORED IN MEMORY

Power Switch

Set the Power Switch to “

down the Lock Button.

” while pressing

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Lock Button

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it.

“DSC MENU” appears.

Display

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “FRAME DEL.” and

press it. The Sub Menu appears.

EXIT

013

DELETE

DELETE Index

Screen

014

015

018

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELECTED” and

press it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to the

desired print frame that you wish to delete and press it.

An “ ” appears above the selected print frame.

Repeat this procedure for all print frames that you

wish to delete.

016

017

To deselect a print frame, press MENU/BRIGHT

again. The “ ” disappears.

Deletion

Confirmation

Screen

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. The selected print frames are deleted and the

normal playback screen appears.

•To cancel deletion, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

NOTES:

● If print frames created on a PC have not been transferred

to a MultiMediaCard, it is not possible to delete them

using these steps.

● The print frames in the camcorder’s memory cannot be

deleted.

CAUTION:

While deleting print frames, never remove

the MultiMediaCard or disconnect power,

as this may cause the memory to be

corrupted. Also, be sure to use the AC

Power Adapter/Charger, as a malfunction

may occur if the battery become exhausted

halfway through the operation.

EN55

TO DELETE ALL PRINT FRAMES

Perform steps 1 through 4 on pag. 54.

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ALL” and press it.

The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. All the print frames are deleted.

•To cancel deletion, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Menu Screen

Display

DSC

RETURN

PROTECT

I MAGE

FRAME

FORMAT

DPOF

L .

L . CANCEL

ALL

SELECTED

Deletion

Confirmation

Screen

CANCEL

EXECUTE

PLAYALCK Advanced Features For D.S.C. (cont.)

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)

This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print

Order Format) standard in order to support future systems

such as automatic printing, 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. 57).

TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES (ONE PRINT

FOR EACH)

Set the Power Switch to “

down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open

the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

” while pressing

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it.

3 _{“DSC MENU” appears.}

Display

DSC

RETURN

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “DPOF” and press it.

Menu Screen

The Sub Menu appears.

PROTECT

I MAGE

FRAME

FORMAT

DPOF

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ALL” and press it.

Selection is complete. The Confirmation Screen

appears.

SELECTED

ALL

RESET

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. The normal playback screen appears.

•To cancel selection, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

To Reset The Setting . . .

.... select “RESET” in step 5. The setting is reset to 0 for all

still images.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

EN57

TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

AND NO. OF PRINTS

Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 56.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELECTED” and

press it. Selection is complete. The DPOF Screen

appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

the image you wish to print and press it.

Select the number of prints by rotating MENU/

BRIGHT 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.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. Selection is complete. The Confirmation

Screen appears.

Display

EXIT

DPOF

DPOF Screen

100-DVC00021

VGA

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. The normal playback screen appears.

•To cancel selection, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

019 00 020 00 021 03

022 00 023 00 024 00

To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .

.... select “RESET” in step 5 on pg. 56. The number of

prints is reset to 0 for all still images.

Confirmation

Screen

CAUTION:

While performing the above, never disconnect power,

as this may cause the memory to be corrupted. For

safety, all buttons including the Power Switch are

disabled in step 5.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

NOTE:

To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a

MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 67).

CONNECTIONS Basic 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 a SCART connector compatible only with regular video

signal

Cable Adapter

(provided)

Audio/Video cable

White to

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

AUDIO L**

(provided)

VCR

Red to

AUDIO R**

Core filter

To TV or VCR

Yellow to

VIDEO

To AV

Set to CVBS

Connector cover*

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images with the Power Switch set to “

”.

B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible with Y/C signal

Cable Adapter

(provided)

To AV

Yellow:

Not connected

Core filter

Connector

cover*

White to

AUDIO L**

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

VCR

Red to

AUDIO R**

To TV or VCR

-IN

To S-VIDEO

Set to Y/C

S-Video cable

(provided)

Core filter

When connecting the S-Video

cable, open the LCD monitor.

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images with the Power Switch set to “

”.

EN59

C. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V input (RCA type) connectors

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still

images with the Power Switch set to “

”.

When the S-Video

cable is not used.

To AV

Yellow to VIDEO IN

Core filter

Connector

cover*

White to AUDIO L IN**

Red to AUDIO R IN**

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

VCR

To TV or VCR

To S-VIDEO

To S-VIDEO IN

S-Video cable

(provided)

Core filter

When connecting the S-Video

cable, open the LCD monitor.

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. 46).

•Time Code

Make sure all units are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 58).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.

If not . . . go to step 4.

.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape

Running Displays for video playback

Directory/File Names and Image Number/Total

Number of Images for D.S.C. Playback

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46). Or, press DISPLAY

on the RM-V716U remote control.

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the

TV to its VIDEO mode.

[For GR-DVL9800 owners only]

Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(੬ pg. 46).

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

● Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter

reduces interference.

● To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or MultiMediaCard, set the

camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

● 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.

● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

CONNECTIONS Advanced Connections

Power Switch

Connection To A Personal

Computer

This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using

the provided software when connected as shown in the

illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC

with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.

Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to your PC using the

appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.

Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch

and turn on the PC.

” while

To DV OUT

To PC

NOTES:

Core filter

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

DV cable

● Never connect the PC connection cable and the DV

cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only

the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.

● The date/time information cannot be captured into the

PC.

(provided with

GR-DVL9800,

optional for

GR-DVL9700)

● Refer to the instruction manuals of the provided

Software.

PC connection

cable (provided)

● Also refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual for

the DV connector-equipped capture board.

● When using a DV cable, be sure it has a core filter

attached. The core filter reduces interference.

To DV

connector

RS-232C

PC with DV

connector-equipped

capture board

EN61

Power Switch

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. 64, 65), which

offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.

Make sure all units are turned off.

Make connections to the device you want to connect

to using a DV cable, as shown in the illustration.

To DV OUT

Core filter

If necessary, connect the PC connection cable

(provided) to the printer’s PC connector and the PC’s

RS-232C connector.

Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch

and turn on the other units.

” while

DV cable

(provided with

GR-DVL9800,

optional for

NOTES:

GR-DVL9700)

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected

only to one device at a time. The GR-DVL9800 can be

used as both a player and a recorder. The GR-DVL9700

can be used only as a player (੬ pg. 64, 65).

● If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback, 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 coloured mosaic pattern or it will

become black.

To DV IN

connector

To DV

connector

Video unit equipped with

a DV input connector

● Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected

units.

● When using a DV cable, be sure it has a core filter

attached. The core filter reduces interference.

To PC

connector

Core filter

Digital Printer

PC connection

cable

(provided)

To RS-232C

DUBBING

Dubbing Images/Sounds Recorded On A

Tape To Another Tape

[To use this camcorder as a player]

Make sure all units are turned off, then connect the

camcorder and the VCR as shown in the illustration.

Also refer to pg. 58 and 59.

Connector

cover**

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

” 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.

To AV

To S-VIDEO

Core filter

[For GR-DVL9800 owners only]

Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen

(੬ pg. 46).

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

S-Video cable

(provided)

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.

To AUDIO, VIDEO*

and

-IN

Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s

Record mode.

connectors

Cable Adapter

(provided)

If your VCR has a

SCART connector,

use the provided

cable adapter.

“Y/C”/“CVBS”

video out

select switch

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

4/6 on the camcorder.

Repeat steps 5 through 7 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

VCR (Recording deck)

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. 46).

•Time Code

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

** When connecting the cables, open this cover.

.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (੬ pg. 46).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running

Displays

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46). Or, press DISPLAY on the

RM-V716U remote control.

NOTES:

● Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core

filter reduces interference.

● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

● You can use Playback Zoom (੬ pg. 70) or Playback Special Effects (੬ pg. 71) in step 6.

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

EN63

Dubbing Images/Sounds Recorded On A

Tape To Another Tape

[To use this camcorder as a recorder: Only

for GR-DVL9800 owners]

Connector

cover**

Make sure all units are turned off, then connect the

camcorder and the VCR as shown in the illustration.

Also refer to pg. 58 and 59.

Set “SOUND MODE” to “12 BIT” or “16 BIT” and

“REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen

depending on your preference (੬ pg. 11, 30, 31).

To AV

To S-VIDEO

Core filter

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

” 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.

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

S-Video cable

(provided)

Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “ON” in the Menu Screen to

engage the analogue input mode (੬ pg. 46).

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

camcorder to engage the Record-Pause mode. “AV.

IN” appears on the screen.

To Audio, Video* and

S-Video connectors

Cable Adapter

(not provided)

If your VCR has a

SCART connector,

use a commercially

available output

cable adapter.

Engage the VCR’s Play mode, then engage the Still

Playback mode when you have found a spot just

before the edit-in point.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

AV. IN

camcorder to engage the Record mode. “

”

appears on the screen. Engage the VCR’s Play mode.

VCR (Playback deck)

To stop dubbing, press the Recording Star/Stop Button

on the camcorder so that “AV. IN” reappears, then

engage the VCR’s Stop mode.

Repeat steps 6 through 8 for additional editing.

Set “AV/S-VIDEO” back to “OFF” in the Menu Screen

10 _{to disengage the analogue input mode (੬ pg. 46).}

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

** When connecting the cables, open this cover.

NOTES:

● Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the

ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter

reduces interference.

● To use an output cable adapter (commercially

available), refer to its instructions.

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

● Analogue signals can be converted to digital signals with

this procedure.

● It is also possible to dub from another camcorder.

DUBBING (cont.)

Power Switch

Digital Dubbing Of Recorded Images/

Sounds Between Tapes

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

connector using a DV cable as shown in the

illustration.

To DV OUT

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

” while

Core filter

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.

DV cable

(provided with

GR-DVL9800,

optional for

GR-DVL9700)

Engage the video unit’s Record-Pause mode.

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.

To DV IN

Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the video

unit’s Record mode.

Engage the video unit’s Record-Pause mode and press

4/6 on the camcorder.

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the video unit and camcorder when finished.

Video unit equipped with

DV input connector

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

● 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.

● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time.

● 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, sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this

occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.

● If “Playback Zoom” (੬ pg. 70), “Playback Special Effects” (੬ pg. 71) or “Snapshot” is attempted during

playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV OUT connector.

● When using a DV cable, be sure it has a core filter attached. The core filter reduces interference.

EN65

Power Switch

Digital Dubbing Of Recorded Images/

Sounds Between Tapes

[To use this camcorder as a recorder: Only

for GR-DVL9800 owners]

NOTE:

Before the following steps, make sure that “AV/S-VIDEO”

is set to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46).

Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the

camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output

connector using a DV cable as shown in the

illustration.

To DV IN

Core filter

Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen

depending on your preference (੬ pg. 11).

Set this 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.

DV cable

(provided)

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

camcorder to engage the Record-Pause mode.

“DV. IN” appears on the screen.

To DV OUT

Engage the video unit’s Play mode, then engage the

Still Playback mode when you have found a spot just

before the edit-in point.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

DV. IN

camcorder to engage the Record mode. “

”

appears on the screen. Engage the video unit’s Play

mode.

Video unit equipped with

DV output connector

To stop dubbing, press the Recording Star/Stop Button

on the camcorder so that “DV. IN” reappears, then

engage the video unit’s Stop mode.

Repeat steps 5 through 7 for additional editing.

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/ Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

● 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.

● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected only to one device at a time.

● 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, sometimes the image may not appear in step 5. If this

occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.

● When using a DV cable, be sure it has a core filter attached. The core filter reduces interference.

● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the current

“SOUND MODE” setting (੬ pg. 31).

● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the video or audio connectors.

DUBBING (cont.)

Dubbing Images Stored In A

MultiMediaCard To A Tape

Images can be dubbed from a MultiMediaCard to a tape.

Load a MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 12) and cassette

(੬ pg. 10).

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing down

Power Switch

Lock Button

the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD

monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.

To locate the point where you wish to dub a still

image, play back the tape. Stop playback at the

desired point.

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

To select a still image to be dubbed, perform Index

Playback (੬ pg. 49), Auto Playback (੬ pg. 48) or

Recording Start/

Stop Button

press

to select the image you wish.

To engage Dub-Standby, press the Recording Start/

Stop Button. The message “TO COPY TO TAPE PUSH

START/STOP” appears.

While the message is being displayed, press the

Recording Start/Stop Button. The selected still image

is recorded on the tape for approx. 6 seconds.

•The “SP” or “LP” and tape running indicators

disappear when dubbing is complete.

NOTES:

● If the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed in step 5

when the tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”, the

message “COPYING FAILED” is displayed.

● The XGA image is dubbed onto the tape at 720 x 640

pixels.

● You can superimpose a print frame over the selected still

image to be dubbed (੬ pg. 52) and dub it to a tape.

After step 4, superimpose a print frame over the still

image and go to step 5.

Rewind Button (2

)

Fast-Forward Button (3

)

Display

SP – – –

TO COPY TO TAPE

PUSH START / STOP

SP 444

EN67

Power Switch

Lock Button

Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A

MultiMediaCard

Images can be dubbed from a tape to a MultiMediaCard.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

SNAPSHOT Button

Load a MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 12) and cassette

(੬ pg. 10).

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing down

the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully or pull

out the viewfinder fully.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate it to select “ ” and press it. “VIDEO MENU”

appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “

COPY”

and press it. The Sub Menu appears. Rotate it to

select “ON” and press it. Selection is complete.

V I DEO

RETURN

SOUND

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice. The normal playback screen resumes.

ODE

12B I T MODE

SYNCHRO

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.

COPY OFF

–

AV / S V I DEO ON

GR-DVL9800

only

If you want to dub a snapshot recorded on the tape to

the MultiMediaCard, press INDEX SCREEN to find the

snapshot. The tape fast-forwards and pauses at the

snapshot. Press it repeatedly until the desired

snapshots are found.

To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected

image is stored in the MultiMediaCard.

•“ ” blinks during dubbing.

NOTES:

● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 7 when a

MultiMediaCard is not loaded, the message “COPYING

FAILED” is displayed.

INDEX SCREEN Button

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

● If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode

(੬ pg. 32) is dubbed to a MultiMediaCard, 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 7 using the RM-V716U

remote control (provided) (੬ pg. 71).

Display

● Images are dubbed in VGA file size.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this

camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations

(Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your

VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible.

Tab

Installing The Batteries

The remote control uses two “R03 (AAA)” size batteries.

See “General Battery Precautions” (੬ pg. 93).

Remove the battery compartment cover while

pushing up the tab as illustrated.

Insert two “R03 (AAA)” size batteries in the correct

direction.

Re-attach the battery compartment cover.

–

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.

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.

Transmitted beam

effective area

30°

EN69

(

)

RM-V716U

(provided)

Functions

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to the camera position

(“ ” or “ ”) .

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to “ ” or

”.

Buttons

“

1 Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal.

2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons

3 DISPLAY Button

4 SHIFT Button

Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 22)

Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 70)

੬ pg. 59, 62, 73

੬ pg. 70, 72

—

5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons

—

੬ pg. 70

Left/Right Buttons

6 REW Button

—

Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on

a tape (੬ pg. 46)

7 FADE/WIPE Button

8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button

9 EFFECT Button

—

੬ pg. 74

੬ pg. 71

੬ pg. 73

0 PAUSE IN Connector

! START/STOP Button

Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

camcorder.

@ MBR SET Button

—

੬ pg. 72

# SNAPSHOT Button

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.

$ Up Button

—

੬ pg. 70

INSERT Button*

—

% Down Button

—

੬ pg. 70

੬ pg. 78

A. DUB Button

^ PLAY Button

—

Starts Playback of a tape

(੬ pg. 46)

& FF Button

—

Forward/Forward Shuttle Search

on a tape (੬ pg. 46)

* STOP Button

—

Stops the tape (੬ pg. 46)

Pauses the tape (੬ pg. 70)

੬ pg. 72 – 77

( PAUSE Button

) R.A.EDIT Buttons

* This function is unavailable with this camcorder.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Remote sensor

FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow slow-speed search in either direction.

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 distur-

bances in video and the picture may seem unstable,

especially with steady images. This is not a malfunc-

tion.

● During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to

pause playback.

Zoom Buttons

Up Button

SHIFT

Left or SLOW

Rewind Button

Down

Button

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

Right or SLOW

Forward Button

RM-V716U

(provided)

Normal playback

Press T

FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow frame-by-frame search.

OPERATION:

1) To change from normal to Frame-By-Frame Playback,

press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9

)

To move image,

press

(Right)

repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the frame

is played back.

while keeping

SHIFT held down.

NOTE:

You can also engage Frame-By-Frame Playback from Still

Playback by pressing SLOW (9 or 0) repeatedly.

FEATURE: Playback Zoom

PURPOSE:

To magnify the recorded image up to 10X 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) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down

SHIFT, press

(Left),

(Right),

(Up) and

(Down).

Ⅲ To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press PLAY

4).

(

NOTES:

● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.

● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.

● Playback Zoom cannot be used on images that were recorded with the Power Switch set to “PS”.

EN71

PLAYBACK EFFECT

PLAYBACK

EFFECT Select

FEATURE: Playback Special Effects

OFF

PURPOSE:

CLASS I C F I LM

ONOTONE

To allow you to add creative effects to the playback

image.

SEP I A

STROBE

V I DEO ECHO

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.

Remote sensor

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-Analyser 4 and Multi-Analyser 9 Snapshot

modes (੬ pg. 19) 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 41 for more

information.

PLAY

EFFECT

EFFECT ON/OFF

RM-V716U

(provided)

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

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 RM-V716U 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)

Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed

in the remote control RM-V716U (੬ pg. 68).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

SHIFT

MBR SET

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the

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.

RM-V716U

(provided)

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while

holding SHIFT, 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 for this one).

8 9 `

VCR CODE LIST

You are now ready to try Random Assemble

Editing.

VCR BRAND

NAME

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

VCR BRAND

NAME

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

IMPORTANT

AKAI

2ꢀ

4ꢀ

PHILIPS

9ꢀ

5ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

2ꢀ

3ꢀ

2ꢀ

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.

BLAUPUNKT

FERGUSON

NOTES:

7ꢀ

8ꢀ

● 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.

GRUNDIG

HITACHI

4ꢀ

ꢀ

SANYO

6ꢀ

● 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.

6ꢀ

SELECO,

REX

1ꢀ

JVC

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

SHARP

5ꢀ

`ꢀ

9ꢀ

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

7ꢀ

SONY

MITSUBISHI

7ꢀ

NEC

7ꢀ

ꢀ

THOMSON,

TELEFUNKEN,

SABA,

PANASONIC

3ꢀ

7ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

NORDMENDE

TOSHIBA

9ꢀ

EN73

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 58 and 59.

A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause

connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the Remote

PAUSE connector.

Connector

cover**

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.

S-VIDEO

To AV

Core filter

To JLIP

(EDIT)

A VCR other than above . . .

... connect the editing cable to the RM-V716U’s

PAUSE IN connector.

Core filter

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the

Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the

S-Video cable

(provided)

Lock Button located on the switch.

Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and

engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).

Editing cable

(provided)

To AUDIO, VIDEO*

NOTES:

and

-IN

connectors

● 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.

“Y/C”/“CVBS”

video out

select switch

If your VCR has the

SCART connector,

use the provided

cable adapter.

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. 46).

•Time Code

To Remote

PAUSE or

R.A.EDIT

VCR

.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (੬ pg. 46).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running

Displays

To PAUSE IN

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46). Or, press DISPLAY on the

RM-V716U remote control.

DISPLAY

● For GR-DVL9800 owners: Make sure to set “AV/

S-VIDEO” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46).

● Use the provided cables, making sure to connect the

ends with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter

reduces interference.

● Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as

required:

RM-V716U

(provided)

* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

** When connecting cables, open this cover.

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts

Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not

accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

● 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.

ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE

• Be careful not to mistake it for the JLIP

cable (੬ pg. 4).

• Make sure you connect the end with the

core filter (plug which has 3 rings around

the pin) to the camcorder.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

SELECT SCENES

Programme

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

I N

OUT

MODE

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

1–– –– ––

sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/

OFF on the remote control.

The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

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 Programme 1.

TOTAL

–– ––

00 00

Remote sensor

At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT on

the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in

the Random Assemble Editing Menu.

At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The

Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble

Editing Menu.

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.

•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end

of the last scene.

RM-V716U

(provided)

•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is

included in the total time (this does not apply to

Picture Wipe/Dissolve).

PLAY

FADE/WIPE

EFFECT

EDIT IN/OUT

If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT

(੬ pg. 71).

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.

10 _{•To change previously registered points, press}

CANCEL

CANCEL on the remote control. The registered

points disappear, one at a time, from the most

recently registered point.

•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Programme AE

with special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 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

cancelled 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 programme time exactly.

● Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.

● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Programme 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 Programme AE with special effects during Random Assemble

Editing using a DV cable.

EN75

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

13 _{camcorder. Editing proceeds as programmed, right}

through to the end of the last registered scene.

•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does

not start editing.

Recording Start/Stop Button

•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

ODE

––

07 18 08 31–– ––

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

00 25 02 05

3–– 03 33 05 53

09 30 13 15

15 55 16 20–– ––

6–– –– ––

TOTAL

16 30

Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the

14 _VCR.

To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press

R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.

Remote Sensor

NOTES:

● Pressing R.A.EDIT 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. 23).

RM-V716U

(provided)

REW

STOP

FADE/WIPE

EFFECT

PAUSE

EDIT IN/OUT

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

CANCEL

VCR REC

STBY

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Programme 1

For More Accurate Editing

Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to

I N

OUT

MODE

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

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.

1–– –– ––

–– ––

TOTAL

00 00

DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING

Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the

remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and

press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.

The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.

VCR

(Recording deck)

Perform Random Assemble Editing on Programme 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.

RM-V716U

(provided)

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

EN77

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER

TIMING

MENU/BRIGHT Dial

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the

Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then

press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ” and press it.

“VIDEO MENU” appears. Then, rotate it to

“SYNCHRO” and press it. The value for “SYNCHRO”

is highlighted.

Based on the diagnostics performed (੬ pg. 76), you

can now advance the VCR’s record timing by rotating

MENU/BRIGHT towards “+”. You can also delay the

VCR’s record timing by rotating MENU/BRIGHT

towards “–”. The adjustment range is from –1.3 to

+1.3 seconds, in 0.1-second increments.

Display

V I DEO MENU

RETURN

SOUND

ODE

12B I T

OUND

SYNCHRO

COPY

Press MENU/BRIGHT to finish the setting.

–

GR-DVL9800

only

AV / S V I DEO

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice.

Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning

with step 4 on page 74.

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.

VCR

(Recording deck)

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Display

Audio Dubbing

Audio Dub

Standby mode

The audio track can be customized only when recorded in

the 12-bit mode (੬ pg. 31).

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. 58, 59).

Play back the tape to locate the point where editing

Power Switch

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).

To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP

(5).

Speaker

To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .

.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 46, 47).

MIC (external microphone input) connector*

PHONE (headphones) connector*

NOTES:

● Audio dubbing is also possible using an optional

microphone connected to the MIC connector.

● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio

Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones

to the PHONE connector.

● When using an optional microphone or headphones, be

sure to attach the core filter to reduce interference

(੬ pg. 5).

Remote sensor

● While an optional microphone is connected, the built-in

microphone is disabled.

●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.

Stereo

microphone

●If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move

the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn

down the TV’s volume.

●If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-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 and

“ERROR! REFER MANUAL” appears.

●For GR-DVL9800 owners: To perform Audio Dubbing

with a video unit connected to the camcorder’s AV

connector, first set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “ON” in the Menu

Screen (੬ pg. 46). You can hear sound from the video

unit using optional headphones.

DISPLAY

A.DUB

PLAY

PAUSE

RM-V716U

(provided)

STOP

*Located beneath the cover.

TROUBLESHOOTING

EN79

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,

etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery

pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and 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 Power

Adapter/Charger securely

(੬ pg. 7).

•The battery is dead.

•The LCD monitor is not

open fully or the viewfinder

is not pulled out when

recording.

•Replace the dead battery

with a fully charged one

(੬ pg. 6, 7).

•Open the LCD monitor fully

or pull out the viewfinder.

2. “SET DATE/TIME!”

2. •The built-in clock’s

rechargeable lithium battery

is discharged.

2. •Connect the camcorder to

an AC outlet using the AC

Power Adapter/Charger for

over 24 hours to charge the

clock’s lithium battery

(੬ pg. 9).

appears.

•The previously set date/time

is erased.

3. Recording cannot be

3. •The tape’s erase protection

tab is set to “SAVE”.

3. •Set the tape’s erase

protection tab to “REC”

(੬ pg. 10).

performed.

•The Power Switch is set to

“

”, “

” or

•Set the Power Switch to

“OFF”.

“

” or “ ” (੬ pg. 14).

•“TAPE END” appears.

•The cassette holder cover is

open.

•Replace with new cassette

(੬ pg. 10).

•Close the cassette holder

cover.

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. 16).

malfunction exists.

5. Some functions are not

available using MENU/

BRIGHT.

5. •The Power Switch is set to

5. •Set the Power Switch to

“

”.

“

” (੬ pg. 14).

6. The focus does not adjust

6. •Focus is set to the Manual

mode.

6. •Set Focus to the Auto mode

(੬ pg. 27).

automatically.

•The recording was done in a

dark place, or the contrast

was low.

•Clean the lens and check

the focus again (੬ pg. 92).

•The lens is dirty or covered

with condensation.

7. The cassette will not load

7. •The cassette is in the wrong

position.

7. •Set it in the right position

(੬ pg. 10).

properly.

•The battery’s charge is low.

•Install a fully charged

battery (੬ pg. 6, 7).

8. The MultiMediaCard will

8. •The MultiMediaCard is in

8. •Set it in the right position

not load properly.

the wrong position.

(੬ pg. 12).

9. In the 5-Second mode,

recording ends before

9. •The 5-Second mode is set to

“ANIM.” in the Menu

Screen.

9. •Select “5S” in the Menu

Screen (੬ pg. 37).

5 seconds have elapsed.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

10. •Disengage the Squeeze

mode (੬ pg. 32).

10. Snapshot mode cannot be

10. •The Squeeze mode is

selected.

used.

•High Speed Recording is

being attempted.

•Do not use High Speed

Recording (੬ pg. 28).

11. The colour of Snapshot

11. •The light source or the

subject does not include

white. Or there are various

different light sources

11. •Set “FLASH” to “ON” in the

Menu Screen. Or find a

white subject and compose

your shot so that it also

appears in the frame

looks strange.

behind the subject.

(੬ pg. 18, 20, 34).

12. Although Snapshot is

attempted, flash does not

take place.

12. •The subject is too bright

12. •Set “FLASH” to “ON” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 34).

•It can take up to 10 seconds

to charge the flash.

with the flash set to “AUTO”

or “AUTO

”.

•If

blinks, the flash is

being charged.

•Disengage Multi-Analyser 4

or Multi-Analyser 9

•Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-

Analyser 9 is selected.

•The camcorder is in the

Record mode.

(੬ pg. 19).

•Set the camcorder in the

Record-Standby mode

(੬ pg. 34).

•In the Menu Screen, “GAIN

UP” is set to “OFF” or “P.AE/

EFFECT” is set to “TWI-

LIGHT”.

•Set “GAIN UP” to

“AUTO ” or “AGC”

(੬ pg. 31) or disengage the

“TWILIGHT” mode

•The flash is pushed down.

(੬ pg. 41).

•Raise the flash using the

FLASH OPEN Switch

(੬ pg. 34).

13. Although a Snapshot is

taken with the flash, Red-

Eye Reduction does not

take place.

13. •The subject does not look

straight toward the flash.

•The subject does not look at

the first flash, which is an

important part of Red-Eye

Reduction.

13. •The subject should look

straight toward the flash,

especially the first flash. If

the subject does not see the

first flash, it will be difficult

for Red-Eye Reduction to

take place (੬ pg. 34).

•The camcorder is too far

from the subject.

•The flash is effective for

subjects at a distance of

approx. 0.7 m to 2 m from

the camcorder (੬ pg. 34).

•“FLASH” is not set to

“AUTO

Screen.

” in the Menu

•Set “FLASH” to “AUTO

in the Menu Screen to

display the Red-Eye

Reduction indicator

(੬ pg. 34).

”

14. The image taken using

14. •The flash is pushed down.

•The flash emission window

is covered by fingers, etc..

•The flash brightness is set to

produce a darker image

(adjustment value: –3).

14. •Raise the flash using the

FLASH OPEN Switch

(੬ pg. 34).

Snapshot is too dark.

•Do not cover the flash

emission window.

•Adjust the flash brightness to

a larger value (੬ pg. 35).

•The flash is effective for

subjects at a distance of

approx. 0.7 m to 2 m

(੬ pg. 34).

•The camcorder is too far

from the subject.

•Shooting was performed

under backlit conditions.

•Press the BACKLIGHT

Button (੬ pg. 42).

EN81

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

15. The image taken using

15. •“FLASH” is set to “ON” in

the Menu Screen.

15. •Set “FLASH” to any

parameter other than “ON”

in the Menu Screen

(੬ pg. 34).

Snapshot is too bright.

•The subject is too bright.

•Push down the flash.

•Press the SPOTLIGHT

Button (੬ pg. 42).

16. Digital Zoom does not

16. •10X optical zoom is

selected.

16. •Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or

“200X” in the Menu Screen

(੬ pg. 31).

work.

•The Shooting Mode Dial is

set to “DUAL”, “VGA” or

“XGA”.

•Set the Shooting Mode Dial

to “PS” or “VIDEO”

•“P.AE/EFFECT” is set to

“VIDEO ECHO” in the

Menu Screen.

•“WIDE MODE” is set to “PS

WIDE” in the Menu Screen.

•Multi-Analyser 4 or Multi-

Analyser 9 was attempted

during Digital Zoom.

•High Speed Recording was

attempted.

(੬ pg. 15, 22).

•Disengage the “VIDEO

ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 22,

41).

•Disengage the “PS WIDE”

mode (੬ pg. 32).

•Disengage Multi-Analyser 4

or Multi-Analyser 9

(੬ pg. 19).

•Release High Speed

Recording (੬ pg. 28).

•Wait until the Picture Wipe

or Dissolve effects are

completed (੬ pg. 22, 38).

•Picture Wipe or Dissolve are

being used in a scene

transition.

17. Programme AE with

special effects and Fade/

Wipe Effects do not work.

17. •The Power Switch is set to

17. •Set the Power Switch to

“

”.

“

” (੬ pg. 38, 40).

•Some functions are disabled

during High Speed

Recording.

•੬ pg. 28.

18. The Black & White Fader

18. •The Sepia or Monotone

18. •Turn off Sepia and Mono-

does not work.

mode is activated.

tone (੬ pg. 38, 40).

19. The Dissolve function does

19. •The Sepia, Monotone or

Slow Shutter mode of

Programme AE with special

effects is activated.

19. •Turn off Sepia, Monotone or

Slow Shutter before adding

Dissolve to a scene

not work.

transition (੬ pg. 38, 40).

•Set “WIDE MODE” to

“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode

(੬ pg. 32).

•“WIDE MODE” is set to

“SQUEEZE” or “PS WIDE”

in the Menu Screen.

•The previously selected

mode of Programme AE

with special effects was

changed after the last

selected scene for editing

was registered.

•Make sure you have

selected the mode of

Programme AE with special

effects you want before

starting editing

(੬ pg. 38, 40).

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

20. The Picture Wipe and

Dissolve functions do not

work.

20. •The last selected editing

scene is ending.

20. •Select Picture Wipe or

Dissolve before beginning

recording. The effects are

then automatically activated

(੬ pg. 38).

•At the end of the last

selected scene for editing,

the Power Switch was set to

“OFF”.

•Do not turn off the

•The power is off.

camcorder’s power after

setting Edit-In and Edit-Out

points, as they will all be

erased (੬ pg. 38).

•The camcorder automati-

cally 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. 38).

21. The picture wipe function

21. •The Slow Shutter mode is

activated.

21. •Disengage the Slow Shutter

mode or set “WIDE MODE”

to “OFF” before preparing

to use the Picture Wipe

does not work.

•“WIDE MODE” is not set to

“OFF”.

(੬ pg. 32, 38, 40).

22. Scene transition does not

22. •When using “Picture Wipe/

Dissolve” (੬ pg. 38), there

is a delay of a fraction of a

second between the

22.

go as expected.

previous record stop-point

and the Dissolve start-point.

This is normal, but this slight

delay becomes especially

noticeable when shooting

fast-moving subject or

————

during rapid panning.

23. The Video Echo mode

23. •The Picture Wipe or

Dissolve functions are in use.

•“WIDE MODE” is set to

“SQUEEZE” or “PS WIDE”

in the Menu Screen.

23. •Set “WIDE MODE” to

“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode

(੬ pg. 32).

does 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.

24. Even when Slow Shutter is

not selected, the image

24. •When shooting in the dark,

the unit becomes highly

sensitive to light and the

image takes on an effect

similar to Slow Shutter.

24. •If you want the lighting to

look more natural, set GAIN

UP to “AGC” or “OFF” in

the Menu Screen

looks like it is activated.

(੬ pg. 31).

25. There is no strobe when

the Classic Film or Strobe

mode is activated.

25. •The Picture Wipe or

25. •Do not try to use the Classic

Film or Strobe mode during

a scene transition

Dissolve function is in use.

(੬ pg. 38, 40).

26. White Balance cannot be

26. •The Sepia or Monotone

26. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone

before setting White

activated.

mode is activated.

Balance (੬ pg. 40, 43).

EN83

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

27.

28.

27. When shooting a subject

illuminated by bright light,

vertical lines appear.

27. •This is a result of exceed-

ingly high contrast, and is

not a malfunction.

————

28. When the screen is under

direct sunlight during

shooting, the screen

becomes red or black for

an instant.

28. •This is not a malfunction.

————

29. •Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”

in the Menu Screen

29. During recording, the date/

29. •“DATE/TIME” is set to

“OFF” in the Menu Screen.

•Interface Shooting is

performed.

time does not appear.

(੬ pg. 33).

•During Interface Shooting,

the date/time does not

appear (੬ pg. 17).

30. •Remove protection from the

images stored in the

30. Images stored in the

MultiMediaCard cannot be

deleted.

30. •Images stored in the

MultiMediaCard are

protected.

MultiMediaCard and delete

them (੬ pg. 50, 51).

31. •Set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”

or “LCD/TV” and set “TIME

CODE” to “ON” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 33,

46).

31. The indicators and

31. •“ON SCREEN” is set to

“SIMPLE” or “TIME CODE”

is set to “OFF” in the Menu

Screen.

messages do not appear.

32. •Adjust the brightness and

angle of the LCD monitor

(੬ pg. 16, 17).

32. Images on the LCD

monitor appear dark or

whitish.

32. •In places subject to low

temperature, images become

dark due to the characteristics

of the LCD monitor. When

this happens, the displayed

colours 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.

33. •Close the LCD monitor to

turn it off or set the Power

Switch to “OFF”, and let the

unit cool down.

33. The rear of the LCD

33. •The light used to illuminate

the LCD monitor causes it to

become hot.

monitor is hot.

34.

34. The indicators and the

image colour on the LCD

monitor are not clear.

34. •This may occur when the

surface or the edge of the

LCD monitor is pressed.

————

35. •Re-read the sections

covering Fade/Wipe effects,

Programme AE with special

effects and “DIS”

35. The LCD monitor or

viewfinder indications

blink.

35. •Certain Fade/Wipe effects,

certain modes of Programme

AE with special effects, “DIS”

and other functions that

(੬ pg. 32, 38 – 41).

cannot be used together are

selected at the same time.

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

36. Coloured bright spots

appear all over the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

36. •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

constantly on the LCD

36.

————

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 %)

37. During recording, sound

37. •The optional headphones are

not connected to the

37. •Connect the optional

headphones to the head-

phones connector

cannot be heard.

headphones connector.

•The sound volume of the

headphones connector was

not adjusted appropriately.

The sound volume at this

point is the same as the level

it was adjusted to during

playback.

(੬ pg. 86, 87).

•Adjust the sound volume

during playback (੬ pg. 44).

38. Play, Rewind and Fast-

Forward functions do not

work.

38. •The Power Switch is not set

38. •Set the Power Switch to

to “

”.

“

” (੬ pg. 44).

39. A MultiMediaCard cannot

39. •The Power Switch is set to

”, “ ” or “ ”.

39. •Set the Power Switch to

” (੬ pg. 48).

be played back.

“

40. The tape is moving, but

40. •Your TV has AV input

terminals, but is not set to its

VIDEO mode.

40. •Set the TV to the mode or

channel appropriate for

video playback (੬ pg. 58,

59).

there is no picture.

•The cassette holder cover is

open.

•Close the cassette holder

cover (੬ pg. 10).

41. The LCD monitor image is

41. •During playback of the

unrecorded portion, High-

speed Search and still

41.

distorted.

————

playback, LCD monitor

indications appear distorted.

This is not a defect.

42. Images on the LCD

42. •The speaker volume is too

42. •Turn the speaker volume

monitor are jittery.

great.

down (੬ pg. 44).

43. For GR-DVL9800 owners:

There is no playback

picture on the connected

TV.

43. •Since the analogue input

mode is engaged, the

43. •Set “AV/S-VIDEO” to “OFF”

in the Menu Screen

camcorder is in the Record-

Standby mode.

(੬ pg. 46).

44. Blocks of noise appear

during playback, or there is

no playback picture and

the screen becomes blue.

44.

44. •Clean the video heads with

an optional cleaning

————

cassette (੬ pg. 94).

EN85

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

45. The LCD monitor, the

viewfinder and the lens

have become dirty (ex.

fingerprints).

45.

46.

45. •Wipe them gently with soft

cloth. Wiping strongly can

cause damage (੬ pg. 92).

————

46. An unusual mark appears.

46. •Check the section of the

manual that explains LCD

monitor/viewfinder

————

indications (੬ pg. 88 – 91).

47. An error indication

47. •A malfunction of some kind

has occurred. In this case

the camcorder’s functions

become unusable.

47. •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

(E01 — E06) appears.

camcorder.

If the indication remains even

though you repeat the above

two or three times, please

consult your nearest JVC

dealer.

48. The charger indicator on

the AC Power Adapter/

Charger does not light.

48. •The temperature of the

battery is extremely high/low.

•Charging is difficult in

places subject to extremely

high/low temperatures.

48. •To protect the battery, it is

recommended to charge it

in places with a temperature

of 10°C to 35°C (੬ pg. 93).

49. Picture does not appear on

49. •The viewfinder is pulled

out.

49. •Push the viewfinder back in.

•Adjust the brightness of the

LCD monitor (੬ pg. 16).

•If the monitor is tilted

the LCD monitor.

•The LCD monitor's

brightness setting is too

dark.

upward 180 degrees, open

the monitor fully (੬ pg. 16).

50. When the image is printed

from the printer, a black

bar appears at the bottom

of the screen.

50. •This is not a malfunction.

50. •By recording with “DIS”

activated (੬ pg. 32) this

can be avoided.

51. When the camcorder is

connected via the DV

connector, the camcorder

does not operate.

51. •The DV cable was plugged/

unplugged with power

turned on.

51. •Turn the camcorder’s power

off and on again, then

operate it.

52. During transport, the lens

52.

52. •Do not subject the

camcorder to shock or

excessive vibration during

transport.

cover opens.

————

•Turn the camcorder on and

off. The lens cover closes.

INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators

6 7 8

r e w

(

)

d f

t y u i o

EN87

To connect cables to the following connectors

open the LCD monitor.

Controls

1 Flash Switch [FLASH OPEN] ................ ੬ pg. 34

t Digital Video Connector

[DV IN/OUT: GR-DVL9800,

DV OUT: GR-DVL9700]

2 Shooting Mode Dial

[PS, VIDEO, DUAL, VGA, XGA] .......... ੬ pg. 15

(i.link*) .............................. ੬ pg. 60, 61, 64, 65

* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry

specification and extensions thereof. The logo

is used for products compliant with the i.Link

standard.

3 Dioptre Adjustment Control ................... ੬ pg. 8

4 Battery Release Button [BATT. RELEASE] .... ੬ pg. 7

5 •MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] ............... ੬ pg. 30

•LCD Monitor BRIGHT

(Brightness) Control [+, –] .................. ੬ pg. 16

y J Terminal/Edit Connector [JLIP (Joint Level

Interface Protocol) (EDIT)] .................... ੬ pg. 73

•Connect the editing cable when performing

Random Assemble Editing.

6 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 22

•Speaker/Headphone Volume Control

[VOL.] .............................................. ੬ pg. 44

•Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR

to control it from the computer using the

provided Software.

7 Snapshot Button

[SNAPSHOT]................ ੬ pg. 18, 20, 24, 26, 67

8 OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................. ੬ pg. 10

9 SLOW Button ................................ ੬ pg. 29, 45

0 Snapshot Mode Button [SNAP MODE] ... ੬ pg. 18

! INDEX SCREEN Button .................. ੬ pg. 19, 49

@ PRINT FRAME Button .......................... ੬ pg. 52

u PC (DIGITAL STILL) Connector ............. ੬ pg. 60

i PRINTER Connector

Connect to the optional printer equipped with a

PRINT DATA connector. Refer to the separate

“FOR OWNERS OF AN OPTIONAL PRINTER”

instruction sheet.

# PRINT Button

o S-Video Input/Output Connector: GR-DVL9800

S-Video Output Connector: GR-DVL9700

Enables printing using the optional printer

equipped with a PRINT DATA connector. Refer to

the separate “FOR OWNERS OF AN OPTIONAL

PRINTER” instruction sheet.

[S-VIDEO] ....................੬ pg. 58, 59, 62, 63, 73

Indicators

$ Monitor Open Button

[PUSH-OPEN] ............................... ੬ pg. 12, 16

p Tally Lamp ........................................... ੬ pg. 16

Q Shooting Mode Indicator...................... ੬ pg. 31

W Power Lamp ........................................ ੬ pg. 16

% •Play/Pause Button [4/6] ................... ੬ pg. 44

•High Speed Recording Button

[HIGH SPEED] .................................. ੬ pg. 28

^ •Stop Button [5] ................................. ੬ pg. 44

Other Parts

•FOCUS Button .................................. ੬ pg. 27

E Viewfinder ............................................. ੬ pg. 8

& •Fast-Forward Button [3] ................. ੬ pg. 44

R Lens Cover

•SPOTLIGHT Button ........................... ੬ pg. 42

Opens when the viewfinder is pulled out or the

LCD monitor is opened fully.

* •Rewind Button [2] ......................... ੬ pg. 44

•BACKLIGHT Button .......................... ੬ pg. 42

T •Remote Sensor .................................. ੬ pg. 68

•Camera Sensor

( Power Switch

[

, OFF] ........... ੬ pg. 14

Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.

) Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 16

q Lock Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 14

Y Stereo Microphone .............................. ੬ pg. 78

U Flash ................................................... ੬ pg. 34

I Shoulder Strap Eyelets ............................ ੬ pg. 8

O Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 7

P Grip Strap .............................................. ੬ pg. 8

a LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 16, 17

s Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 44

d Stud Hole .............................................. ੬ pg. 8

f Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬ pg. 8

g MEMORY CARD Cover ....................... ੬ pg. 12

Connectors

The connectors

are located beneath a cover.

w Headphone Connector [PHONE] ......... ੬ pg. 78

No sound is output from the speaker when

headphones are connected to this connector.

e External Stereo Microphone Input Connector

[MIC] .................................................. ੬ pg. 78

r Audio/Video Input/Output Connector: GR-DVL9800

Audio/Video Output Connector: GR-DVL9700

[AV] .............................੬ pg. 58, 59, 62, 63, 73

INDEX Indications

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications

During Video Recording Only

No.

Function

Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.

(੬ pg. 38, 39)

Appears when in the Squeeze, Cinema or

PS Wide mode.

(੬ pg. 32)

Appears when in the Record-Standby mode.

(੬ pg. 16)

SP 35

Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).

(੬ pg. 11)

REC

444

PAUSE

Displays the tape remaining time.

(੬ pg. 16)

Appears during recording.

(੬ pg. 16)

Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged

to cut down on noise created by wind.

(੬ pg. 33)

AN I M. MODE

SOUND 12B I T

Appears while the tape is running.

TC 23 25

(੬ pg. 16)

•HIGH SPEED: Appears for a few seconds

when the High Speed Recording mode is

7 6

selected.

(੬ pg. 28)

•5S MODE/ANIM. MODE: Displays the

5 second recording mode or Animation

recording mode.

(੬ pg. 32, 37)

*Setting “ON SCREEN” to “SIMPLE” in the Menu Screen

removes indications marked with * from the screen

(੬ pg. 33, 46).

Displays the sound mode for approx. 5

seconds after turning on the camcorder.

(੬ pg. 31)

Displays the Time Code.

(੬ pg. 23, 33)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only

No.

Function

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the

stored image. There are 3 modes available:

FINE, STD (Standard) and ECO. (Economy)

(in order of quality).

(੬ pg. 13)

STD

10 / 24

Displays the number of images that have

already been shot.

(੬ pg. 20)

Displays the total number of shots that can

be stored, including those already taken.

(੬ pg. 20)

•Appears during shooting.

•Blinks when a MultiMediaCard is not

loaded.

(੬ pg. 20)

Appears and blinks during shooting.

(੬ pg. 20)

These indications also appear during DUAL mode.

EN89

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording

MANUAL

PS40

PHOTO

–

BR I GHT

12 00

No.

Function

Displays the power switch position.

Displays the shooting mode position.

Appears when backlight or spotlight compensation is used.

(੬ pg. 14)

(੬ pg. 15)

(੬ pg. 42)

(੬ pg. 34)

(੬ pg. 43)

(੬ pg. 42)

(੬ pg. 40, 41)

(੬ pg. 32)

(੬ pg. 36)

(੬ pg. 27)

(੬ pg. 16)

Appears when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO

Appears when the white balance is adjusted.

Appears when the exposure is adjusted.

” in the Menu Screen.

Displays the selected Programme AE with special effects.

Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is engaged.

Appears during Self-Timer recording.

Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.

Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

Appears during zooming.

Zoom level indicator

(੬ pg. 22)

• Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during zooming.

(੬ pg. 22)

•

: Appears when Auto Slow Shutter is engaged (“GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”).

(੬ pg. 31)

Appears when the flash is ready. A number appears next to the indication after adjusting

the brightness of the flash.

(੬ pg. 34, 35)

(੬ pg. 18, 20)

(੬ pg. 42)

Appears when taking a Snapshot.

Appears when the iris is locked.

Displays the date/time.

(੬ pg. 9)

*Setting “ON SCREEN” to “SIMPLE” in the Menu Screen removes indications marked with * from the screen

(੬ pg. 33, 46).

INDEX Indications (cont.)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback

No.

Function

4 5

Displays the sound mode.

(੬ pg. 46, 47)

Appears blinking during Snapshot Search.

(੬ pg. 19)

12B I T

SOUND

Displays the tape speed.

(੬ pg. 11)

Appears while a tape is running.

: Playback

SNAPSHOT SEARCH

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search

: Rewind/Shuttle search

: Pause

H I GH SPEED X

: Forward slow-motion

16 : Reverse slow-motion

: Audio Dubbing

6e : Audio Dubbing Pause

–

VOLUME

TC 10 06 20

12 00

Appears during playback of images recorded

in the Progressive mode.

(੬ pg. 24)

Appears for a few seconds during playback

of images recorded in the High Speed

Recording mode.

(੬ pg. 29)

(੬ pg. 46, 47)

Displays the date/time.

Displays the time code.

BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

(੬ pg. 16)

VOLUME : Displays the speaker or

headphone volume. (੬ pg. 44)

The level indicator moves.

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications

During D.S.C. Playback

No.

Function

Blinks when a MultiMediaCard is not loaded.

Displays the directory and file names.

(੬ pg. 48)

–

100 0001

Displays the index number of the image file.

(੬ pg. 48)

Displays the total number of stored images.

(੬ pg. 48)

Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor

or the viewfinder.

(੬ pg. 16)

The level indicator moves.

–

BR I GHT

EN91

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. 10)

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is

set to “ ” or “ ”. (੬ pg. 10)

CHECK TAPE’S

ERASE PROTEC-

TION SWITCH

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning

cassette. (੬ pg. 95)

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 is pressed

while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the Shooting Mode Dial is set

to “VIDEO”, “PS” or “DUAL”.

TAPE!

TAPE END

Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.

(੬ pg. 17)

● Appears when the date/time is not set.

● Appears when the clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the

previously set date/time is erased.

(੬ pg. 9)

SET DATE/TIME!

(੬ pg. 9)

● Appears when Audio Dubbing is unavailable.

(੬ pg. 78)

ERROR!

REFER MANUAL

● Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this camcorder is

being used as a recorder.

Appears when the MultiMediaCard’s memory is full and shooting is not possible.

MEMORY IS FULL

MEMORY CARD!

Appears if a MultiMediaCard is not loaded when SNAPSHOT is pressed while the

Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the Shooting Mode Dial is set to “VGA”,

“XGA” or “DUAL”.

Appears when there is a problem with a MultiMediaCard and its memory is

corrupt, or it has not been initialised. Initialise the MultiMediaCard. (੬ pg. 53)

PLEASE

FORMAT

Appears when the Power Switch set to “

stored in the MultiMediaCard.

” when there are no images

NO STORED

IMAGE

E01 — E06

UNIT IN SAFE-

GUARD MODE

REMOVE AND

REATTACH

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.

BATTERY

USER MAINTENANCE

Cleaning The Camcorder

After Use

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.

Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow,

then swing the cassette holder cover open until

it locks. The cassette holder opens automati-

cally. 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.

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.

Press BATT. RELEASE and remove the battery

pack.

To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical

position. Carefully lift the plastic tab on the

bottom of the viewfinder, and open the cover

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.

Close the cover. Tilt the viewfinder back to the

horizontal position and push it back in.

Cassette holder

Remove.

NOTES:

● 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.

● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth

refer to the cautions of each product.

OPEN/EJECT

Switch

Cassette holder

cover

PUSH HERE

Cover

BATT. RELEASE

Button

Lens blower

CAUTIONS

EN93

General Battery Precautions

If the remote control is not functioning even if it is

being operated correctly, the batteries are ex-

hausted. Replace them with fresh ones.

Battery Packs

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:

Use only the following batteries: R03 (AAA) size x 2

Please make note of the following rules for battery

use. When misused, the batteries can leak or

explode.

Terminals

1. To avoid hazards . . .

.... do not burn.

.... do not short-circuit the terminals.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 68.

2. Do not use any different size of batteries from

those specified.

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.

.... do not expose the battery to temperatures

exceeding 60°C, 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.

6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.

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.

.... 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.

.... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current even

when switched off.

NOTES:

●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

Charging ............... 10°C to 35°C

Operation ............. 0°C to 40°C

Storage ................. –10°C to 30°C

●Recharging time is based on room temperature of

20°C.

●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging

takes.

CAUTIONS (cont.)

Cassettes

LCD Monitor

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

read the following cautions:

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.

1. During use . . .

.... 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.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD

monitor use.

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.

.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

2. Store cassettes . . .

.... 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).

.... vertically, in their original cases.

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

.... 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.

.... 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.

MultiMediaCards

To properly use and store your MultiMediaCards, be

sure to read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

.... make sure the MultiMediaCard bears the

MultiMediaCard mark.

.... make sure the MultiMediaCard is positioned

properly when inserting.

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.).

2. While the MultiMediaCard is being accessed

(during recording, playback, deletion, initialisa-

tion, etc.) . . .

.... never unload the MultiMediaCard and never

turn off the camcorder.

.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)

or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3. Store MultiMediaCards . . .

.... 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).

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

.... in places of over 50°C.

.... 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.

EN95

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.

How To Handle A CD-ROM

•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 centre hole using

a circular motion.

•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning

spray.

•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror

surface.

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap or the grip.

5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:

•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or

humid environment. Keep it away from direct

sunlight.

About moisture condensation . . .

● 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.

•No picture during playback.

•Blocks of noise appear during playback.

•During recording, the Head Clog Warning

indicator “ ” appears.

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.

If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems

still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Mechanical moving parts used to move the video

heads and video tape tend to become dirty and

worn out over time. 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.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled

device. External noise and interference (from a

TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from function-

ing properly. In such cases, first disconnect its

power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power

Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few

minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as

usual from the beginning.

TERMS

AC Power Adapter/Charger ..................... ੬ pg. 6, 7

Analogue Input ................................... ੬ pg. 46, 63

Animation ................................................ ੬ pg. 32

Audio Dubbing ........................................ ੬ pg. 78

Auto Date................................................. ੬ pg. 33

Auto Focus ............................................... ੬ pg. 27

Auto Playback .......................................... ੬ pg. 48

Auto Shut off ................................ ੬ pg. 17, 21, 44

Fade-In/Out ........................................ ੬ pg. 38, 39

Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. ੬ pg. 44

5-second recording mode ......................... ੬ pg. 37

Flash .................................................. ੬ pg. 34, 35

Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. ੬ pg. 45, 70

Gain Up ................................................... ੬ pg. 31

Grip Adjustment ......................................... ੬ pg. 8

Backlight Compensation ........................... ੬ pg. 42

Battery Low .............................................. ੬ pg. 91

Battery Pack ..................................... ੬ pg. 6, 7, 93

Beep/Tally ................................................ ੬ pg. 31

Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ ੬ pg. 16

Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ................... ੬ pg. 9

High Speed Recording .............................. ੬ pg. 28

Icons ................................................ ੬ pg. 31 – 33

Index Playback ......................................... ੬ pg. 49

Index Screen ............................................ ੬ pg. 49

Initialise A MultiMediaCard ...................... ੬ pg. 53

Interface Shooting ..................................... ੬ pg. 17

Iris............................................................ ੬ pg. 42

Iris Lock ................................................... ੬ pg. 42

Channels (Left/Right) ................................. ੬ pg. 47

Charge The Battery Pack ............................. ੬ pg. 6

Cinema .................................................... ੬ pg. 32

Classic Film .............................................. ੬ pg. 41

Clean The Camcorder ............................... ੬ pg. 92

Connections ............................ ੬ pg. 7, 58 – 65, 73

Journalistic Shooting ................................. ੬ pg. 17

LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... ੬ pg. 16

Date/Time Display ........................ ੬ pg. 33, 46, 47

Date/Time Settings ...................................... ੬ pg. 9

Deleting Images........................................ ੬ pg. 51

Demonstration Mode ............................ ੬ pg. 5, 32

Digital Zoom ...................................... ੬ pg. 22, 31

DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... ੬ pg. 32

Dioptre Adjustment .................................... ੬ pg. 8

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ............ ੬ pg. 56

Dual Shooting ......................................... ੬ pg. 26

Dubbing ........................................... ੬ pg. 62 – 67

Indications ..................................... ੬ pg. 88 – 91

Load A Tape ............................................. ੬ pg. 10

Manual Focus........................................... ੬ pg. 27

Menu Screen, CAMERA MENU................. ੬ pg. 31

Menu Screen, DISPLAY MENU ........... ੬ pg. 33, 46

Menu Screen, DSC MENU ........................ ੬ pg. 50

Menu Screen, MANUAL MENU.......... ੬ pg. 32, 33

Menu Screen, VIDEO MENU .................... ੬ pg. 46

Monotone ................................................ ੬ pg. 41

Motor Drive Mode.................................... ੬ pg. 18

MultiMediaCard ................................. ੬ pg. 12, 94

Erase Protection ........................................ ੬ pg. 10

Exposure Control ...................................... ੬ pg. 42

EN97

Picture Quality Mode ............................... ੬ pg. 13

Picture Wipe/Dissolve......................... ੬ pg. 38, 39

Playback Special Effects ............................ ੬ pg. 71

Playback Zoom ........................................ ੬ pg. 70

Power Switch Position .............................. ੬ pg. 14

Print Frame Deletion........................... ੬ pg. 54, 55

Printer ...................................................... ੬ pg. 61

Programme AE With Special Effects ..... ੬ pg. 40, 41

Progressive Mode ............................... ੬ pg. 24, 25

Progressive Slow-Motion Playback ............ ੬ pg. 30

Progressive Wide ...................................... ੬ pg. 32

Protecting Images ..................................... ੬ pg. 50

Provided Accessories .................................. ੬ pg. 4

Tele Macro ............................................... ੬ pg. 32

Time Code.............................. ੬ pg. 23, 33, 46, 47

Tripod Mounting ......................................... ੬ pg. 8

Twilight .................................................... ੬ pg. 41

Unload A Tape ......................................... ੬ pg. 10

Video Echo ............................................... ੬ pg. 41

White Balance .......................................... ੬ pg. 43

Wide Mode .............................................. ੬ pg. 32

Wind Cut ................................................. ੬ pg. 33

Wipe In/Out ....................................... ੬ pg. 38, 39

Random Assemble Editing................. ੬ pg. 72 – 77

Record-Standby ........................................ ੬ pg. 16

Recording Mode ....................................... ੬ pg. 11

Red-Eye Reduction ................................... ੬ pg. 34

Remote Control ........................................ ੬ pg. 68

Rewind The Tape ...................................... ੬ pg. 44

Zooming .................................................. ੬ pg. 22

Self-Recording .......................................... ੬ pg. 17

Self-Timer ................................................. ੬ pg. 36

Sepia ........................................................ ੬ pg. 41

Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. ੬ pg. 72

Shooting Mode, DUAL ............................ ੬ pg. 15

Shooting Mode, VGA ............................... ੬ pg. 15

Shooting Mode, XGA ................................. ੬pg. 15

Shooting Mode Dial Position .................... ੬ pg. 15

Shuttle Search........................................... ੬ pg. 44

Shutter Speed ........................................... ੬ pg. 41

Slow-Motion Playback ........................ ੬ pg. 45, 70

Slow Shutter ............................................. ੬ pg. 41

Snapshot ...................................... ੬ pg. 18, 20, 26

Snapshot Mode .................................. ੬ pg. 19, 21

Snapshot Search ....................................... ੬ pg. 19

Sound Mode................................. ੬ pg. 31, 46, 47

Speaker Volume ....................................... ੬ pg. 44

Specifications ..................................... ੬ pg. 98, 99

Spotlight ................................................... ੬ pg. 42

Squeeze ................................................... ੬ pg. 32

Still Playback ............................................ ੬ pg. 44

Strobe ...................................................... ੬ pg. 41

Superimposing A Print Frame .................... ੬ pg. 52

SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

For General

Power supply

: DC 6.3 V

DC 7.2 V

(Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)

(Using battery pack)

Power consumption

LCD monitor off, viewfinder on

LCD monitor on, viewfinder off

Dimensions (W x H x D)

: Approx. 4.4 W

: Approx. 5.2 W

: 77 mm x 94 mm x 142 mm

(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)

Weight

: Approx. 620 g

(without cassette, MultiMediaCard and battery)

Approx. 700 g

(incl. cassette, MultiMediaCard and battery)

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Pickup

: 0°C to 40°C

: 35% to 80%

: –20°C to 50°C

: 1/3" CCD (Progressive Scan)

: F 1.8, f = 5 to 50 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens

: ø37 mm

: 3.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system

: Electronic viewfinder with 0.55" colour LCD

: Monaural

Lens

Filter diameter

LCD monitor

Viewfinder

Speaker

For Digital Video Camera

Format

Signal format

: DV format (SD mode)

: PAL 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.

For Digital Still Camera

Storage media

: MultiMediaCard

Compression system

File size

Picture quality

: JPEG (compatible)

: 2 modes (XGA: 1024 x 768 pixels/VGA: 640 x 480 pixels)

: 3 modes (FINE/STANDARD/ECONOMY)

Approximate number of storable images

(with the provided MultiMediaCard [4 MB])

FINE

: 25 (VGA), 12 (XGA)

STANDARD

ECONOMY

: 50 (VGA), 24 (XGA)

: 75 (VGA), 36 (XGA)

(with an optional MultiMediaCard [8 MB])

FINE

: 50 (VGA), 24 (XGA)

STANDARD

ECONOMY

: 100 (VGA), 48 (XGA)

: 150 (VGA), 72 (XGA)

EN99

For Connectors

S-VIDEO

Output

: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

: Y : 0.8 V (p-p) – 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

C : 0.2 V (p-p) – 0.4 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

Input (GR-DVL9800 only)

Video output

: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

Video input (GR-DVL9800 only)

Audio output

Audio input (GR-DVL9800 only)

: 0.5 V (p-p) – 2.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo

: 300 mV (rms), 50 kΩ, analogue, stereo

Input/output (GR-DVL9800 only)

Output (GR-DVL9700 only)

PHONE

: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

Headphone output

MIC

: ø3.5 mm, stereo

External microphone input

PC (DIGITAL STILL)

Digital still output

JLIP/EDIT

: 506 µV (rms), high impedance unbalanced, ø3.5 mm (stereo)

: ø2.5 mm, 3-pole

: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole

PRINTER

: For an optional video printer equipped with a PRINT DATA

connector

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK

Power requirement

: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Power consumption

Output

: 23 W

Charge

VTR

: DC 7.2 V

: DC 6.3 V

, 1.2 A

, 1.8 A

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Weight

: 68 mm x 38 mm x 110 mm

AA-V67EG

AA-V67EK

: Approx. 245 g

: Approx. 300 g

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject

to change without notice.

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