JVC GR DVL108 User Manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5

GETTING STARTED

6 – 13

RECORDING

14 – 30

Basic Recording For Video .................... 14

Basic Recording For

Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ................ 17

Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. ...... 18

Advanced Features For

Video And D.S.C. ............................. 21

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

PLAYBACK

31 – 39

Basic Playback For Video ..................... 31

Advanced Features For Video ................ 32

Basic Playback For D.S.C...................... 34

Advanced Features For D.S.C. ............... 36

GR-DVL309

GR-DVL308

GR-DVL109

GR-DVL108

CONNECTIONS

40 – 43

Basic Connections .............................. 40

Advanced Connections ......................... 42

DUBBING

44 – 47

Dubbing To A VCR ............................. 44

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit

Equipped With A DV Connector ............ 45

Dubbing Images Stored In

A MultiMediaCard To A Tape ............... 46

Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To

A MultiMediaCard ............................ 47

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USING THE REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT

48 – 58

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame

Playback and Playback Zoom .............. 50

http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html

Playback Special Effects ...................... 51

Random Assemble Editing .................... 52

For More Accurate Editing .................... 56

Audio Dubbing .................................. 58

TROUBLESHOOTING

USER MAINTENANCE

INDEX

59 – 64

66 – 72

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 66

Indications ...................................... 68

CAUTIONS

TERMS

73 – 75

76 – 77

78 – 79

The camcorder illustrations appearing in this

instruction manual are of the GR-DVL309.

SPECIFICATIONS

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0641-001A

EN3

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all

sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm 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.

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.)

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to

the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.

When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or

holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a

malfunction.

Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the

camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the

camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, 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.

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-V40EG

•Remote Control Unit

RM-V716U

•Battery Pack

BN-V408U

•Cable Adapter

•Shoulder Strap

•AAA (R03) Battery x 2

(for remote control unit)

•CD-ROM

The CD ROM contains the following

3 software programmes:

• JLIP Video Capture

• JLIP Video Producer

• Picture Navigator

•MultiMediaCard (8 MB)

(Already inserted in the

camcorder)

•PC Connection Cable

•Lens Cap

(Already attached

to the camcorder)

•Core Filter x 1

(for optional S-Video cable)

•DV Cable

(GR-DVL309/DVL109 only)

•Editing Cable

•DC Cord

•Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to

RCA plug)

One plug has 3 rings around

the pin, and the other has

1 ring around the pin.

EN5

How To Attach The Core Filter

Attach the provided Core Filter to an optional S-Video cable. The Core Filter reduces interference.

3 cm

Stopper

Wind once

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 once 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

Automatic Demonstration takes place when

“DEMO. MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “

and no cassette is in the camcorder.

”

Ⅲ Performing any operation during the demonstration stops

the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is per-

formed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstra-

tion 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 “ ”, then press MENU/BRIGHT while the

demo is in 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.

CAMERA MENU

¹RETURN

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

GA I N UP

TALLY

I D NUMBER

DEMO. MODE ON

S I DE LED

OFF

GR-DVL309/DVL308 only

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-V408U,

BN-V416U or

BN-V428U

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

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

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

indicator lights.

AC Power

Adapter/Charger

POWER

indicator

Attach the battery pack with the

mark aligned

DC OUT connector

with the corresponding marks on the AC Power

Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins

blinking to indicate charging has started.

CHARGE indicator

Battery pack

BN-V408U

Fully charging time

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.

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

BN-V416U (optional) approx. 2 hrs.

BN-V428U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. 20 min.

NOTES:

● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

● 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

BATTERY RELEASE

Button

Tilt the viewfinder upward 1.

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 until it locks in place 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

and slide the battery pack

up slightly while pressing BATTERY RELEASE to detach it.

Approximate recording time

Battery pack

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

ATTENTION:

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.

BN-V408U

1 hr.

(35 min.)

1 hr. 15 min.

(40 min.)

BN-V416U

(optional)

2 hrs.

(1 hr. 10 min.)

2 hrs. 30 min.

(1 hr. 20 min.)

BN-V428U

(optional)

3 hrs. 30 min.

(2 hrs.)

4 hrs. 20 min.

(2 hrs. 20 min.)

INFORMATION:

VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the

BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG AC

Power Adapter/Charger. Read the VU-V856KIT’s

instruction manuals before using.

BN-V856U

(optional)

7 hrs.

8 hrs. 40 min.

(4 hrs. 40 min.)

(4 hrs.)

(

) : when the video light is on.

It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery

pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/

Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG 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.

•The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

● Before extended use, it is recommended that you

prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the

planned shooting time.

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

To DC Input

connector

To DC OUT

connector

DC cord

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.

Power Switch

Viewfinder Adjustment

Dioptre Adjustment

Control

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while

pressing down the Lock Button located on the

switch.

Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly

focused.

PAUSE

Shoulder Strap Attachment

Make sure the battery pack or DC cord is

removed. Following the illustration, thread the

strap through the eyelet 1, then fold it back and

thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the

procedure to attach the other end of the strap to

the other eyelet 3 located under the Grip Strap,

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. 32).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. The power

lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

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

“DISPLAY MENU” appears.

Power Switch

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.

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

press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

Lock Button

Power lamp

Display

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.

FADER WI PE

–

WI PE SCROLL

–

WI PE SHUTTER

RANDO

OFF

–

FADER

WH I TE

–

FADER BLACK

–

FADER

MOSA I C

D I SPLAY MENU

DISPLAY MENU

¹RETURN

ON SCREEN

DATE

I ME

T I ME CODE

CLOCK ADJ.

12 00

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 and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the

arrow then pull the cassette holder cover open until it

locks. The cassette holder opens automatically.

•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.

Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks

into place.

Cassette holder

cover

PUSH HERE

Approximate recording time

Recording mode

Tape

* 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.

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

● Loosen the Grip Strap if it appears to interfere with the cassette holder cover operation (੬ pg. 8).

EN11

Card Cover

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.

Push the latch upward to 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:

● 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.

MultiMediaCard

Clipped edge

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.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

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. The power

lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

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

“CAMERA MENU” appears.

Power Switch

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.

Power lamp

•Audio Dubbing (੬ pg. 58) is impossible on a tape

recorded in the LP mode.

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

1.5 times the recording time.

Display

NOTES:

CAMERA MENU

Menu Screen

● 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.

¹RETURN

REC MODE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

GA I N UP

TALLY

I D NUMBER

DEMO. MODE

S I DE LED

Sub Menu

GR-DVL309/

DVL308 only

DSC MENU

Menu Screen

Sub Menu

Picture Quality Mode Setting

¹RETURN

QUAL I TY

STANDARD

REC SELECT F I NE

The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match

your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available:

FINE and STANDARD (in order of quality).

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp

lights and the camcorder is turned on.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Approximate Number of Storable Images

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

“DSC MENU” appears.

Picture Quality

Mode

MultiMediaCard

8 MB

16 MB

(optional)

(provided)

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.

FINE

100

200

400

STANDARD

200

NOTE:

The number of storable images depends on the

selected Picture Quality mode as well as the

composition of the subjects in the images.

EN13

To turn on the camcorder, set the Power

Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”

while pressing down the Lock Button located

on the switch.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your

preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/DSC

Switch.

Power Switch Position

(Manual):

Allows you to set various recording functions using

the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than

Full Auto recording, try this mode.

(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or

manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

OFF:

Power Switch

Lock Button

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

Allows you to play back a recording on the tape, to

display a still image stored in the MultiMediaCard or

to transfer a still image recorded on the tape or in the

MultiMediaCard to a computer.

Power lamp

When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,

VIDEO/DSC Switch Position

“F. AUTO” appears. When set to “ ” or

“

”, there is no indication.

VIDEO:

Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If

F. AUTO

“REC SELECT” is set to “

” in the DSC

Menu Screen, still images are also recorded in the

MultiMediaCard.

Allows you to record a still image or display a still

image stored in the MultiMediaCard.

When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “

”

and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “

”,

“DSC” appears. When set to “VIDEO”, there is

no indication.

DSC

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

RECORDING Basic Recording For Video

NOTE:

Power Switch

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

● Power (੬ pg. 6)

Lock Button

Power lamp

● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 10)

● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)

Recording

Start/Stop Button

Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Press

PUSH OPEN, open the LCD monitor and set the

VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”.

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

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure

the LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/

downward for best viewability.

Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the LCD

monitor.

During

shooting

•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the

Display

Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

Tape remaining

time indicator

(Approximate)

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “

while recording is in progress.

” appears

min

(Now calculating)

3 min

To Stop Recording . . .

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

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

90 min

89 min

0 min

1 min

2 min

(Blinking)

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.

Tally lamp

(lights while recording

is in progress)

•If you are using the GR-DVL309 or GR-DVL308, it is

also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder by

closing the LCD monitor and adjusting as described

above.

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

–

BR I GHT

180°

90°

PUSH OPEN Button

VIDEO/DSC Switch

EN15

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 .

● 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. 19).

● During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker.

● To turn the tally lamp off during recording, ੬ pg. 22, 23.

● To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, ੬ pg. 22, 25.

Self-Recording

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

SELF-RECORDING

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).

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own

image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor

and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then

point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

RECORDING Basic Recording For Video (cont.)

SNAPSHOT Button

Power Switch

Snapshot (For Video Recording)

This feature lets you record still images that look like

photographs onto a tape.

MODE Button

Lock Button

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the

Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Choose the appropriate Snapshot mode from the 5

available by repeatedly pressing 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

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

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.

FULL

Snapshot mode

Motor Drive Mode

Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to

serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx.

1 second)

NOTES:

● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot

recording will be performed in the FULL mode during

Digital Zoom.

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

when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 28) 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*

MULTI-9

Multi-Analyser 9

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

(੬ pg. 24), the Stabiliser will be disabled.

FULL

● When “REC SELECT” is set to “

” in the

Snapshot mode with no

frame*

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 25), still images are recorded not

only onto the tape but also in the MultiMediaCard. If

SNAPSHOT is pressed when a tape is not loaded, still

images will not be recorded in the MultiMediaCard.

● To dub images recorded on a tape to the

MultiMediaCard, ੬ pg. 47.

● During tape playback as well, all snapshot modes are

available when “

COPY” is set to “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 32). However, the shutter sound is

not heard.

● During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the

viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is

no effect in the recorded image.

MULTI-4

PIN-UP

● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the

shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it

is recorded onto the tape.

Multi-Analyser 4

Pin-Up mode*

* There is the sound effect of a shutter closing.

●

will appear while the snapshot is being taken.

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

EN17

Power Switch

Basic Shooting (Snapshot)

You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for

taking snapshots.

Lock Button

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

● Power (੬ pg. 6)

SNAPSHOT Button

MODE

● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

Button

● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Loading A MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 11)

● Picture Quality Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)

SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Choose the appropriate Snapshot mode from the 5

available by repeatedly pressing MODE until the

desired snapshot mode indicator appears.

•The available Snapshot modes are the same as

those on pg. 16.

SNAPSHOT RECORDING

Press SNAPSHOT.

The image is stored in the MultiMediaCard.

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .

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

MultiMediaCard or its memory is full, refer to

“Deleting Images” (੬ pg. 38) and delete unwanted

still images.

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

Total number of shots

Displays the approximate total number of shots that

can be stored, including those already taken. The

number increases or decreases depending on the shots

stored, the Picture Quality mode, etc.

NOTES:

● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot

recording will be performed in the FULL mode during

Digital Zoom.

STD

Display

● Even if “DIS” is set to “ON” (੬ pg. 24), the Stabiliser

will be disabled.

10 / 50

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

when SNAPSHOT is pressed.

● The Motor Drive mode (੬ pg. 16) is disabled when the

VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “

”.

Number of shots taken

Displays the number of images that

have already been shot.

● If Programme AE with special effects (੬ pg. 28) is

engaged, certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a

case, the icon blinks.

Card icon

Appears during shooting and blinks when a

MultiMediaCard is not loaded.

● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes when

the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and power is

supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder shuts off

automatically to save power. To perform shooting again,

set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “ ” or “ ”.

● 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.

Shooting icon

Appears and blinks during shooting.

Picture Quality mode

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored

image. There are 2 modes available:

FINE and STD (Standard) (੬ pg. 12).

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. 21), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 100X, or it

can be switched to 10X magnification using the

optical zoom (੬ pg. 23).

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 when digital image

processing, such as Picture Wipe/Dissolve

(੬ pg. 26, 27) or Video Echo (੬ pg. 28), is

activated.

Power Zoom Lever

● 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 24.

Power Switch

EN19

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. 52 – 57), 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. 31).

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. 25, 32).

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 Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. (cont.)

FEATURE: Video Light

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

OPERATION:

Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:

OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

(Open the LCD monitor to

access this switch.)

subject.

: Always keeps the light on as long as the

camcorder is turned on.

Ⅲ The video light can only be used with the

camcorder’s power on.

Ⅲ It is recommended to set the white balance

DANGER

(੬ pg. 30) to

when you use the video light.

Ⅲ The video light can become

extremely hot. Do not touch

it either while in operation or

soon after turning it off,

Ⅲ When not using the video light, turn it off to save

battery power.

NOTES:

● Even if the battery indicator (

) does not blink

otherwise serious injury may

result.

Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the

carrying case immediately after using the

video light, since it remains extremely

hot for some time.

Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of

about 30 cm between the video light and

people or objects.

Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive

materials.

due to low battery charge, the camcorder may turn

off automatically when you turn on the video light,

or when you start recording with the video light

turned on.

● When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:

•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video

light may keep turning on and off. In this case,

manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT

OFF/AUTO/ON.

•While the “SHUTTER” mode (੬ pg. 28) is

engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the “TWILIGHT” mode (੬ pg. 28) is

engaged, the light will not activate.

Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your

nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video

light.

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

EN21

While focusing on a further

subject

While focusing on a nearer

subject

Focus detection zone

FEATURE: Auto Focus

PURPOSE:

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

5 cm 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. 18). If zoomed-in in the auto focus

mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder

and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” (੬ pg. 24) 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 (3). 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 (3) twice or set the Power Switch to “ ”.

If FOCUS (3) 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

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

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

on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more

detailed camcorder settings (੬ pg. 23 – 25) .

Lock Button

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function

icon, and press it. The selected function menu

appears.

Display

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

4 _{If you have selected “}

–

”, “ ”, “ ” or “ ” . . .

FADER

MOSA I C

.... see pg. 23.

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

.... go to step 5.

DSC MENU

CAMERA MENU

¹RETURN

QUAL I TY

¹RETURN

REC MODE

STANDARD

REC SELECT F I NE

SOUND MODE

ZOOM

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.

GA I N UP

TALLY

I D NUMBER

DEMO . MODE

S I DE LED

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

GR-DVL309/

DVL308 only

press it twice. The Menu Screen closes.

•The

icon represents “END”.

MANUAL MENU

¹RETURN

D I S

TELE MACRO OFF

WI DE MODE

WI ND CUT

CAM RESET

Sub Menu

D I SPLAY MENU

¹RETURN

ON SCREEN

DATE

I ME

T I ME CODE

CLOCK ADJ.

12 30

END

Normal Screen

EN23

Menu Screen Explanations

Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” (੬ pg. 26, 27).

FADER/WIPE

P.AE/EFFECT

EXPOSURE

W.BALANCE

Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 28).

Refer to “Exposure Control” and “Iris Lock” (੬ pg. 29).

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

(੬ pg. 30).

REC MODE

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

ence (੬ pg. 12).

SOUND

MODE

12 BIT

Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is

recommended for use when performing audio dubbing (੬ pg. 58). (Equiva-

lent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models)

16 BIT

10X

Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equiva-

lent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)

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

reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.

ZOOM

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.

100X

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 100X digital magnification.

GAIN UP OFF

AGC

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

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

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 the shutter speed is

automatically adjusted, “

” is displayed.

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

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

TALLY

OFF

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

: Factory-preset

NOTES:

● The “

● “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “

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

” (੬ pg. 12, 32).

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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

SIDE LED

(GR-

The Side LED indicator (੬ pg. 66, 67) lights on the camcorder when the

Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.

DVL309/

DVL308

only)

OFF

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

high magnification.

DIS

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.

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

zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m 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.

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

TELE

MACRO

OFF

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

normal screen ratio.

WIDE

MODE

OFF

Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on

wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut

CINEMA

and the screen ratio becomes 16:9.

appears. When using this mode, refer

to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on

4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at the top and

bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 16:9 movie.

•The “CINEMA” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set

to “VIDEO”.

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

SQUEEZE

to fit the screen without distortion.

appears. When using this mode, refer to

your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3

TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated vertically.

•The “SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set

to “VIDEO”.

: Factory-preset

EN25

Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “

sound will change. This is normal.

” appears. The quality of the

WIND

CUT

OFF

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

CANCEL

Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.

CAM

RESET

EXECUTE Resets all settings to the factory-preset.

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 con-

nected TV screen.

DATE/

TIME

The date/time is always displayed.

The date/time does not appear.

OFF

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

numbers are not displayed during recording.

TIME

CODE

Time code is not displayed.

OFF

CLOCK

ADJ.

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

Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE and STANDARD) depending on your

preference (੬ pg. 12).

QUALITY

When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/DSC Switch set to

“VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape.

REC

SELECT

When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/DSC Switch set to

“VIDEO”, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in the

MultiMediaCard.

: Factory-preset

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. 32). “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 remote control

(provided) (੬ pg. 41, 44, 53).

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 video recording is started or

when you stop recording.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the

Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock

Button located on the switch.

IMPORTANT:

Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with

certain modes of Programme AE with special

effects (੬ pg. 28). If an unusable Fade/Wipe

Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or goes

out.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

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

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function,

then press it. Selection is complete.

•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.

PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION

and

Recording

Power Switch

Start/Stop Button

(

)

The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video recording

is started.

Follow steps 1 through 4 above.

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.

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

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.

To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .

.... select “OFF” in step 4.

NOTES:

● You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe

by pressing and holding the Recording Start/

Stop Button.

If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-

Standby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/

Dissolve . . .

● If the power is turned off after a scene is

finished recording, the stored point is erased,

disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve combina-

tion. When this happens, the Picture Wipe/

Dissolve indicator blinks. Also note that

power shuts off automatically if 5 minutes

elapse in the Record-Standby mode.

● The sound at the end of the last recorded

scene is not stored.

.... 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.

EN27

Fader And Wipe Menu

Effect

Fade in or out with a white screen.

FADER — WHITE

FADER — BLACK

FADER — MOSAIC

FADER — B.W

Fade in or out with a black screen.

Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect.

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 in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.

Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,

revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from

left and right to cover the scene.

WIPE — DOOR

The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or

wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

Wipe in from the 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.

The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears.

DISSOLVE

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right

corner to the lower left corner.

WIPE — CORNER

WIPE — WINDOW

The next scene gradually wipes in from the 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.

WIPE — SLIDE

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

a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.

WIPE — DOOR

WIPE — SCROLL

WIPE — SHUTTER

The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the

screen to the top.

The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the 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. 27). 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.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

MENU/

BRIGHT Wheel

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

Power Switch

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.

Display

AE EFFECT

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

Menu Screen

.... select “OFF” in step 4.

SLO

10x

SLO

V I DEO ECHO

OFF

NOTE:

Programme AE with special effects can be changed during

recording or during Record-Standby.

1/50

1/100

1/250

1/50

1/100

1/250

SHUTTER

TWILIGHT

SLOW (Slow Shutter)

Makes evening scenes look more natural.

White Balance (੬ pg. 30) 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.

Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than they

would be under good natural lighting. Use “SLOW”

only in dark areas.

SLOW 4X

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

quadruple the sensitivity.

SLOW 10X

SEPIA

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

10 times the sensitivity.

Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like

old photos. Combine this with the Cinema

mode for a classic look.

NOTES:

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

effect.

MONOTONE

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.

● If the manual focus indicator blinks when “SLOW” is

used, adjust focus manually and use a tripod.

SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed)

CLASSIC FILM

Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

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.

STROBE

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, 1/500 –These settings allow 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.

Your recording looks like a series of

consecutive snapshots.

VIDEO ECHO

Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your

recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom

magnification of over 10X is not available.

EN29

Use this function in the following situations:

•When shooting a moving subject.

Exposure Control

Iris Lock

Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the

following situations:

•When the distance to the subject changes (so its

size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes),

such as when the subject is backing away.

•When shooting on a reflective natural background

such as at the beach or when skiing.

•When shooting objects under a spotlight.

•When zooming.

•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the

background is too bright.

•When shooting on a reflective natural background

such as at the beach or when skiing.

•When the background is overly dark or the subject

light.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing

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

when the subject moves away from you, the image

will not darken or brighten.

Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through

4 of “Exposure Control”.

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen

appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then

press it.

Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD

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”,

then press it. The Menu Screen disappears.

“EXP.” and the highlight bar on the exposure

control indicator are displayed.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. “ ” changes to “

and the iris is locked. “EXP.” goes out.

”

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+” to brighten

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

(maximum 6)

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Power Switch

EXP.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Exposure adjustment is

complete. The indication “EXP.” and the

highlight bar on the exposure control indicator

go out.

To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .

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

Switch to “ ”.

BACKLIGHT Button

NOTE:

To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .

Iris lock indicator

.... press BACKLIGHT.

is displayed and the

subject is brightened. If pressed again,

disappears and the brightness returns to the

previous level.

To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .

•+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.

.... 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 Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .

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

BRIGHT. Then lock the iris in step 5. For

•Backlight compensation is also available when the

Power Switch is set to “ ”.

•Pressing the BACKLIGHT button has no effect

automatic locking, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to

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

becomes automatic after about 2 seconds.

when the exposure

is set to “MANUAL” and

the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

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.

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

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 accu-

rately 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

down the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press MENU/BRIGHT until

When the setting is completed,

blinking.

begins blinking.

stops

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen

appears.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. Only the Manual White

Balance indicator

is displayed.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “ ”, then

press it. The Menu Screen disappears and

“W.BAL” and the currently selected mode are

displayed.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired

mode.

“AUTO” – White balance is adjusted automati-

cally (factory preset).

“

MAN.” – White balance is set manually.

” – Outdoors on a sunny day.

” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.

” – A video light or similar type of lighting

White paper

is used.

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. 28) 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. 21).

● 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

EN31

Play/Pause Button

Load a tape (੬ pg. 10).

(4/6)

Rewind Button (²

)

Fast-Forward Button

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the

)

Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback,

press ⁴/6.

Stop Button (5)

Power Zoom

Lever (VOL.)

•To stop playback, press 5.

•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.

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

Speaker

“OFF”, then to “

”.

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch)

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

viewfinder or on a connected TV (੬ pg. 40).

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the

camera body.

Power Switch

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•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.

”

Lock Button

•During Stop mode, none of the indications are

displayed.

● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the

sound is not heard from the speaker.

Still Playback: Pauses during playback.

1) Press 4/6 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.

● If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically

engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.

● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still

image.

Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.

1) Press

for forward or

for reverse search during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

● During playback, press and hold

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

Once you release it, normal playback resumes.

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

Frame-By-Frame Playback: Allows frame-by-frame search.

1) Engage Still Playback.

2) Rotate MENU/BRIGHT towards “+” for forward Frame-By-Frame Playback, or towards “–” for reverse

Frame-By-Frame Playback during Still Playback.

Ⅲ To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

● You can also use the provided remote control for Frame-By-Frame Playback (੬ pg. 50).

Playback Zoom and Playback Special Effects

Available only with the remote control (provided) (੬ pg. 50, 51).

PLAYBACK Advanced Features For Video

Power Switch

Lock Button

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

The following procedure applies to all except Synchro

Comp (੬ pg. 56, 57).

Set the Power Switch to “

” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function

icon, and press it. The selected function menu

appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired function,

and press it to display the Sub Menu.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select the desired

parameter and press it. Selection is complete.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice to close the Menu Screen.

Recording Start/Stop Button

Display

V I DEO MENU

¹RETURN

SOUND MODE

12BIT MODE

SYNCHRO

੬ pg. 33.

੬ pg. 57.

Menu Screen

SOUND

12B I T

MODE

STEREO

ODE

OUND

SYNCHRO

REC MODE

COPY

REC MODE

Allows you to set the

video recording mode (SP

or LP) depending on your

preference (੬ pg. 12).

It is recommended you

use “REC MODE” in the

“VIDEO MENU” when

using this camcorder as a

recorder during digital

dubbing (GR-DVL309/

DVL109 only ੬ pg. 45).

D I SPLAY

¹RETURN

ON SCREEN

DATE / T I

T I ME CODE

ENU

OFF

COPY

ON: Enables dubbing of

images recorded on a tape

to a MultiMediaCard

(੬ pg. 47).

* Each setting is linked with “DISPLAY MENU”,

which appears when the Power Switch is set

to “ ” (੬ pg. 25). The parameters are the

same as in the description on pg. 25.

OFF: Enables snapshots to

be taken during video

playback (੬ pg. 16).

NOTES:

● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN

settings by pressing DISPLAY on the remote

control (provided).

ON SCREEN*

Makes the camcorder’s

indications appear/

disappear from the

● “REC MODE” can be set when the Power

connected TV screen.

Switch is set to “

23).

” or “ ” (੬ pg. 12,

DATE/TIME*

TIME CODE*

Makes the date/time

appear/disappear on the

camcorder.

● 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.

Makes the time code

appear/disappear on the

camcorder.

EN33

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. 32, 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.

Rewind (²

Button

)

Fast-Forward (³

)

Normal Playback

Button

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.

Load a MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 11).

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the

Lock Button.

•A stored image is displayed.

Power Switch

Press

to display the next image.

to display the previous image.

NOTES:

Lock Button

● 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.

To display the

next image

Display

● Images shot in a file size other than VGA with devices

that are compatible with DCF (Design rules for Camera

File systems) will be displayed as reduced-size

thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be

transferred to a PC.

–

100 0010

● Images shot with devices that are not compatible with

DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder;

“Unsupported Data!” will be displayed.

10 / 50

11 / 50

12 / 50

13 / 50

–

100 0011

–

100 0012

Directory and File names

Displays the directory and file names.

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

name is “DVC00013”.

Each time shooting takes place, a file name is made using a number

which is larger by one than the largest number of the file names which are

in use. If the file name reaches DVC09999, a new directory will be made

and the file name will start again from DVC00001.

In the playback screen, the directory and only the last four digits of the file

name are displayed.

–

100 0013

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. 35).

EN35

Picture Quality mode

Selected image

INDEX Screen

The images you shot can be displayed together with their

index information. Convenient for checking images shot

beforehand, the INDEX Screen also shows the Picture

Quality mode as well as which images are protected

against accidental erasure.

Index number

EXIT

001

INDEX

002

003

006

001: Index number

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.

004

005

F/S: Picture Quality mode

Protect icon

Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image.

There are 2 modes available: FINE and STANDARD (in

order of quality) (੬ pg. 12).

Power Switch

: 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.

Lock Button

Selected Image

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

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.

Perform step 1 of “Normal Playback” on pg. 34.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

Display

DSC

¹RETURN

I NDEX

Menu Screen

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

“DSC MENU” appears.

SL I DE SHOW

PROTECT

DELETE

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “INDEX” and press

it. The INDEX Screen appears.

FORMAT

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

the desired image and press it. The selected image is

displayed on the whole screen, then the screen enters

normal playback.

Playback Screen

PLAYBACK Advanced Features For D.S.C.

Power Switch

Lock Button

Slide Show

You can run through all the images stored in memory

automatically in numerical order.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch to “

”, while pressing down the

Lock Button.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

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

“DSC MENU” appears.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SLIDE SHOW” and

press it. The Slide Show starts.

To stop the Slide Show, press 5.

Stop (5) Button

To start the Slide Show without going through the Menu

Screen . . .

Play/Pause (⁴/6)

Button

.... after step 1, press 4/6. To stop the Slide Show, press

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

Display

DSC

¹RETURN

I NDEX

SL I DE SHOW

PROTECT

DELETE

FORMAT

EN37

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Protecting Images

The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of

images. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the

Picture Quality Mode indication, that image cannot be

deleted.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the

Lock Button.

•A stored image is displayed.

VIDEO/DSC Switch

(Open the LCD monitor

to access this 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

TO PROTECT AN IMAGE

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3

above.

Power Switch

Display

DSC

¹RETURN

I NDEX

Menu Screen

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.

SL I DE SHOW

PROTECT

DELETE

FORMAT

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. The normal playback screen appears.

EXIT

PROTECT

NOTE:

PROTECT Index

Screen

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.

001

002

003

006

004

005

TO REMOVE PROTECTION

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3

above.

Padlock mark

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to

Normal playback

If Protection is

removed

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

Repeat this procedure for all images from which you

wish to remove protection.

003

006

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “EXIT” and

press it. The normal playback screen appears.

004

005

Normal playback

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

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Deleting Images

Previously shot images can be deleted either one at a time

or all at once.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the

Lock Button.

•A stored image is displayed.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

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

appears.

VIDEO/DSC Switch

(Open the LCD monitor

to access this switch.)

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “DELETE” and press

it. The Sub Menu appears.

TO SELECT AN IMAGE BY BROWSING

IMAGES STORED IN MEMORY

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

Lock Button

Power Switch

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “SELECT” and press

it. The DELETE Index Screen appears.

Display

EXIT

DELETE

002 SX

DELETE Index

Screen

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to move the green frame to the

desired image that you wish to delete and press it. An

001 FX

003

006

“

” 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.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT upward to select “NEXT” and

press it. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

DSC MENU

Deletion

Confirmation

Screen

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.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

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

CAUTION:

press it. All the images are deleted and the normal

Do not remove the MultiMediaCard or

perform any other operation (such as

turning off the camcorder) during deletion.

Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power

Adapter/Charger, as the MultiMediaCard

may be corrupted if the battery becomes

exhausted during deletion. If the

playback screen appears.

•To cancel deletion, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select

“CANCEL” and press it.

NOTES:

● Protected images (੬ pg. 37) 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.

MultiMediaCard becomes corrupted,

initialise it. (੬ pg. 39)

EN39

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

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.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch to “

”, while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch.

Press MENU/BRIGHT. The Menu Screen appears.

VIDEO/DSC Switch

(Open the LCD monitor

to access this switch.)

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

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “EXECUTE” and

press it. The MultiMediaCard is initialised. When

initialisation is finished, “NO STORED IMAGE”

appears.

Power Switch

Display

•To cancel initialisation, rotate MENU/BRIGHT to

select “CANCEL” and press it.

DSC

¹RETURN

I NDEX

Menu Screen

SL I DE SHOW

PROTECT

DELETE

FORMAT

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. If MultiMediaCard becomes

corrupted initialise it.

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

To TV or VCR

To AV

Cable Adapter

(provided)

White to

AUDIO L IN**

Core filter

VCR

Red to

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

AUDIO R IN**

Connector cover*

Set to CVBS

Yellow to VIDEO

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “

”.

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

To TV or VCR

Audio/Video cable

Yellow:

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

Not connected

(provided)

Cable Adapter

(provided)

White to

AUDIO L IN**

Core filter

To AV

VCR

Red to

AUDIO R IN**

Set to Y/C

S-Video cable

(optional)

To S

-IN

Core

filter

Connector cover*

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “

”.

EN41

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 when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “

When an S-Video

cable is not used.

”.

Yellow to VIDEO IN

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA plug]

(provided)

White to

Core filter

To AV

AUDIO L IN**

Red to

AUDIO R IN**

VCR

S-Video cable

(optional)

To S-VIDEO IN

To S

Core filter

To TV or VCR

Connector cover*

To choose whether or not the following displays

appear on the connected TV . . .

•Date/Time

.... set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 32).

•Time Code

Make sure all units are turned off.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 40).

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. 32).

•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. 32). Or, press DISPLAY

on the remote control (provided).

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.

NOTES:

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

(੬ pg. 7).

● When connecting the cables, make 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

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.

Power Switch

Connect the camcorder to your PC using the

appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.

Connector

cover*

Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch

and turn on the PC.

” while

To DV IN ***/

OUT

To PC

(DIGITAL

PHOTO)

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

Core filter

● 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.

● Refer to the instruction manuals of the provided

Software.

DV cable**

connection

cable

● Also refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual for

the DV connector-equipped capture board.

(provided)

To DV

connector

RS-232C

PC with DV

connector-equipped

capture board

When connecting the cable, open this cover.

** Use the DV cable provided with the capture

board.

*** GR-DVL309/DVL109 only.

EN43

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. 45), which

offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.

Power Switch

Connector

cover*

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.

DV IN**/OUT

If necessary, connect the PC connection cable

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

RS-232C connector.

Core filter

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***

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

To DV IN

connector

To DV

connector

● For Digital Dubbing, this camcorder can be connected

only to one device at a time. The GR-DVL309/DVL109

can be used as both a player and a recorder. The

GR-DVL308/DVL108 can be used only as a player

(੬ pg. 45).

Video unit equipped with

a DV input connector

● 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 PC

connector

● Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected

units.

Core filter

For GR-DVL308/DVL108 Owners:

When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC

VC-VDV204U DV cable.

Digital Printer

PC connection

cable

(provided)

To RS-232C

When connecting the cable, open this cover.

** GR-DVL309/DVL109 only.

*** Provided with GR-DVL309/DVL109 only.

DUBBING

Dubbing To A VCR

Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and

the VCR. Also refer to pg. 40 and 41.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then 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.

Power Switch

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

To AV

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.

Core filter

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

Record mode.

Connector

cover**

To S

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

4/6 on the camcorder.

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA

plug] (provided)

Core filter

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

S-Video cable

(optional)

NOTES:

● 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 . . .

To AUDIO,

VIDEO* and

connectors

-IN

•Date/Time

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

Screen (੬ pg. 32).

•Time Code

“Y/C”/“CVBS”

video out

select switch

If your VCR has a

SCART connector,

use the provided

cable adapter.

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

Screen (੬ pg. 32).

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running

Displays

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

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 32). Or, press DISPLAY on the

remote control.

VCR (Recording deck)

● When connecting the cables, make 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.

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

● You can use Playback Zoom (੬ pg. 50) or Playback

Special Effects (੬ pg. 51) in step 5.

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

** When connecting the cables, open this cover.

EN45

Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped

With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)

It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the

camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV

connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any

image or sound deterioration.

[To use this camcorder as a player]

Power Switch

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.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, set the

Connector cover*

DV IN**/OUT

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.

Core filter

Press

to play back the source tape.

DV cable ***

While watching the playback on the monitor, engage the

DV connector-equipped video unit’s record mode from

the spot on the source tape you want to begin recording.

NOTES:

To DV

IN/OUT

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as

the power supply instead of the battery pack (੬pg. 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.

Video unit equipped

with DV connector

● 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, some-

times the image may not appear in step 4. If this occurs, turn

off the power and make connections again.

● If “Playback Zoom” (੬ pg. 50), “Playback Special Effects”

(੬ pg. 51) or “Snapshot” is attempted during playback,

only the original playback image recorded on the tape is

output from the DV OUT connector.

When connecting the cable, open this cover.

** GR-DVL309/DVL109 only.

*** Provided with GR-DVL309/DVL109 only.

For GR-DVL308/DVL108 Owners:

When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC

VC-VDV204U DV cable.

For GR-DVL309/DVL109 Owners:

To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder . . .

1. Turn the Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2. Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 32).

3. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration and load a cassette to record on.

4. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to engage the Record-Pause mode. “DV. IN” appears on the screen.

DV. IN

5. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to start recording. “DV. IN” changes to “

6. Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to engage the Record-Pause mode. “

”.

DV. IN

” returns to “DV. IN”.

NOTES:

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

“SOUND MODE” setting (੬ pg. 23).

● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the AV output connector.

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. 11) and cassette

(੬ pg. 10).

To locate the point where you wish to dub a still

image, play back the tape. Stop playback at the

desired point.

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “

”, then set the

Power Switch

Power Switch to “

” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch.

To select a still image to be dubbed, perform Index

Recording

Playback (੬ pg. 35) or press

to select the

Start/Stop Button

image you wish.

Lock Button

To engage Dub-Standby, press the Recording Start/

Stop Button. The message “TO COPY TO TAPE PUSH

START/STOP” appears.

Rewind Button (²

)

While the message is being displayed, press the

Recording Start/Stop Button. The selected still image

is recorded on the tape for approx. 5 seconds.

Fast-Forward

Button (³

)

•The indicator disappears when dubbing is

complete.

NOTE:

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.

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

Display

TO COPY TO TAPE

PUSH START / STOP

REC

444

EN47

Power Switch

Lock Button

Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A

MultiMediaCard

Images can be dubbed from a tape to a MultiMediaCard.

MODE Button

SNAPSHOT Button

Load a MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 11) and cassette

(੬ pg. 10).

MENU/

BRIGHT

Wheel

Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the

Power Switch to “

Lock Button.

” while pressing down the

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.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice. The normal playback screen resumes.

V I DEO

¹RETURN

SOUND

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.

ODE

12B I T MODE

SYNCHRO

REC MODE

COPY ON

Press MODE to select the Snapshot mode to use for

dubbing the image to the MultiMediaCard.

To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected

image is stored in the MultiMediaCard.

•“ ” blinks during dubbing.

Play/Pause Button (4/6)

NOTES:

● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 8 when a

MultiMediaCard is not loaded, the message “COPYING

FAILED” is displayed.

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

(੬ pg. 24) 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 8 using the remote

control (provided) (੬ pg. 51).

VIDEO/DSC Switch (Open the

LCD monitor to access this switch.)

Display

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 “AAA (R03)” size batteries.

See “General Battery Precautions” (੬ pg. 73).

Remove the battery compartment cover while

pushing up the tab as illustrated.

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

direction.

Re-attach the battery compartment cover.

–

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.

Remote sensor

Transmitted beam

effective area

30°

EN49

(

)

Functions

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to the camera position

(“ ” or “ ”) .

With the camcorder’s Power Switch

set to “ ”.

Buttons

1 Infrared beam transmitting window

2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons

3 DISPLAY Button

Transmits the beam signal.

Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 18)

Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 50)

੬ pg. 41, 44, 53

੬ pg. 50, 52

—

4 SHIFT Button

5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons

—

੬ pg. 50

Left/Right Buttons

੬ pg. 50

6 REW Button

—

• Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search on

a tape (੬ pg. 31)

• Displays previous image in a

MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 34)

7 FADE/WIPE Button

8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button

9 EFFECT Button

—

੬ pg. 54

੬ pg. 51

੬ pg. 53

0 PAUSE IN Connector

! START/STOP Button

@ MBR SET Button

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

੬ pg. 52

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.

—

# SNAPSHOT Button

$ Up Button

—

੬ pg. 50

INSERT Button*

—

% Down Button

—

੬ pg. 50

A. DUB Button

੬ pg. 58

^ PLAY Button

—

• Starts Playback of a tape (੬ pg. 31)

• Starts Slide Show (੬ pg. 36)

& FF Button

—

• Forward/Forward Shuttle Search

on a tape (੬ pg. 31)

• Displays next image in a

MultiMediaCard (੬ pg. 34)

* STOP Button

—

• Stops the tape (੬ pg. 31)

• Stops Slide Show (੬ pg. 36)

( PAUSE Button

—

Pauses the tape (੬ pg. 50)

) R.A.EDIT Buttons

੬ pg. 52 – 57

* 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 during

video playback.

OPERATION:

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

press PAUSE (6) to engage Still Playback then 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.

ⅢTo stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (⁴).

NOTES:

● 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.

Zoom Buttons

SHIFT

Left or SLOW

Rewind Button

Up Button

Down

Button

● 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.

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

Right or SLOW

Forward Button

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

pause playback.

Normal playback

Press T

FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback

PURPOSE:

To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.

OPERATION:

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

press PAUSE (6) to engage Still Playback then press

To move image,

press

(Right)

SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (9

)

while keeping

SHIFT held down.

repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is pressed, the

frame is played back.

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).

ⅢTo 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.

EN51

PLAYBACK EFFECT

⁴OFF

PLAYBACK

EFFECT Select

FEATURE: Playback Special Effects

PURPOSE:

CLASS I C F I LM

ONOTONE

To allow you to add creative effects to the video

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.

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.

Remote sensor

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. 16) 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 28 for more

information.

PLAY

EFFECT

EFFECT ON/OFF

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

VCR (Recording deck)

automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is

more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand

Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see

VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by

operating the VCR manually.

Before operation, make sure the batteries are installed

in the remote control (੬ pg. 48).

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.

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

EN53

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 40 and 41.

A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause

connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the Remote

PAUSE connector.

A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote

pause connector but equipped with an R.A.

EDIT connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

To AV

To JLIP/

EDIT

A VCR other than above . . .

... connect the editing cable to the remote

control’s PAUSE IN connector.

Core filter

Connector

cover**

To S

Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the

Audio/Video cable

[mini-plug to RCA

plug] (provided)

Core filter

VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power

Switch to “

” while pressing down the Lock

Button located on the switch.

S-Video cable

(optional)

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:

● 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.

and

-IN

connectors

“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 “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen (੬ pg. 32).

•Time Code

Remote PAUSE

or R.A.EDIT

VCR

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

Screen (੬ pg. 32).

To PAUSE IN

DISPLAY

•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running

Displays

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

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 32). Or, press DISPLAY on the

remote control.

● When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the

end 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.

● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input

connector, a DV cable can be connected instead of an

S-Video cable and audio/video cable.

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

** When connecting cables, open this cover.

ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE

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.

T I ME CODE –– ––

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.

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

included in the total time (this does not apply to

Picture Wipe/Dissolve).

PLAY

If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT

FADE/WIPE

EFFECT

EDIT IN/OUT

(੬ pg. 51).

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.

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

CANCEL on the remote control. The registered

points disappear, one at a time, from the most

recently registered point.

CANCEL

•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.

EN55

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}

Recording Start/Stop Button

through to the end of the last registered scene.

•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does

not start editing.

•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters

the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-

Pause mode.

•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will

be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.

•If you operate the camcorder during automatic

editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode

and automatic editing will stop.

I N

OUT

ODE

Random Assemble

Editing Menu

00 25 02 05

––

07 18 08 31–– ––

3–– 03 33 05 53

09 30 13 15

15 55 16 20–– ––

6–– –– ––

T I ME CODE 16 30

TOTAL

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. 19).

STOP

FADE/WIPE

PAUSE

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

EFFECT

EDIT IN/OUT

REW

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–– –– ––

T I ME CODE –– ––

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.

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

EN57

ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER

TIMING

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

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. 56), 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

¹RETURN

SOUND

12B I T

ODE

MODE

SYNCHRO

REC MODE

COPY

Press MENU/BRIGHT to finish the setting.

Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select “1RETURN” and

press it twice.

Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning

with step 4 on page 54.

Remote sensor

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)

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

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. 23).

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. 40, 41).

Play back the tape to locate the point where editing

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

Power Switch

To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .

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

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 32, 33).

Remote sensor

NOTES:

● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio

Dubbing.

●When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,

the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.

●If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound

may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded

areas.

●If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move

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

down the TV’s volume.

Stereo

microphone

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

then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not effective

from the point where 16-bit recording began.

●During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes

recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit

audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops

(੬ pg. 72).

A.DUB

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

TROUBLESHOOTING

EN59

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. •Connect the AC Power

Adapter/Charger securely

(੬ pg. 7).

1. •The power is not connected

properly.

•The battery is dead.

•Replace the dead battery

with a fully charged one

(੬ pg. 6, 7).

2. “SET DATE/TIME!”

2. •The date/time is not set.

•The built-in clock battery

has run out and the

2. •Set the date/time (੬ pg. 9).

•Consult your nearest JVC

dealer for replacement.

appears.

previously set date/time has

been erased.

3. Recording cannot be

3. — For Video Recording —

•The tape’s erase protection

tab is set to “SAVE”.

3. •Set the tape’s erase

protection tab to “REC”

(੬ pg. 10).

performed.

•The Power Switch is set to

•Set the Power Switch to

“

” or “OFF”.

“

” or “ ” (੬ pg. 13).

•The VIDEO/DSC Switch is

set to “ ”.

•“TAPE END” appears.

•The cassette holder cover is

open.

— For D.S.C. Recording —

•The VIDEO/DSC Switch is

set to “VIDEO”.

•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch

to “VIDEO”.

•Replace with new cassette

(੬ pg. 10).

•Close the cassette holder

cover.

•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch

to “

”.

4. There is no picture.

4. •The camcorder is not getting

power, or some other

4. •Turn the camcorder’s power

off and on again (੬ pg. 13).

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. 13).

6. The focus does not adjust

6. •Focus is set to the Manual

mode.

6. •Set Focus to the Auto mode

(੬ pg. 21).

automatically.

•The recording was done in a

dark place, or the contrast

was low.

•Clean the lens and check

the focus again (੬ pg. 65).

•The lens is dirty or covered

with condensation.

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

7. •Set it in the right position

(੬ pg. 10).

7. The cassette will not load

7. •The cassette is in the wrong

position.

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. 11).

9. Snapshot mode cannot be

9. •The Squeeze mode is

9. •Disengage the Squeeze

used.

selected.

mode (੬ pg. 24).

10. The colour of Snapshot

10. •The light source or the

subject does not include

white. Or there are various

different light sources

behind the subject.

10. •Find a white subject and

compose your shot so that it

also appears in the frame

(੬ pg. 16, 17).

looks strange.

•Turn off Sepia and Mono-

tone (੬ pg. 28).

•The Sepia or Monotone

mode is activated.

11. The image taken using

11. •Shooting was performed

11. •Press the BACKLIGHT

Snapshot is too dark.

under backlit conditions.

Button (੬ pg. 29).

12. Digital Zoom does not

12. •10X optical zoom is

selected.

12. •Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or

“100X” in the Menu Screen

(੬ pg. 23).

work.

•“P.AE/EFFECT” is set to

“VIDEO ECHO” in the

Menu Screen.

•Picture Wipe or Dissolve are

being used in a scene

transition.

•Disengage the “VIDEO

ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 18,

28).

•Wait until the Picture Wipe

or Dissolve effects are

completed (੬ pg. 18, 26).

13. Programme AE with

special effects and Fade/

Wipe Effects do not work.

13. •The Power Switch is set to

13. •Set the Power Switch to

“

”.

“

” (੬ pg. 26, 28).

14. The Black & White Fader

14. •The Sepia or Monotone

14. •Turn off Sepia and Mono-

does not work.

mode is activated.

tone (੬ pg. 26, 28).

15. The Dissolve function does

15. •The Sepia, Monotone or

Slow Shutter mode of

Programme AE with special

effects is activated.

15. •Turn off Sepia, Monotone or

Slow Shutter before adding

Dissolve to a scene

not work.

transition (੬ pg. 26, 28).

•Set “WIDE MODE” to

“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode

(੬ pg. 24).

•“WIDE MODE” is set to

“SQUEEZE” 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. 26, 28).

EN61

SYMPTOM

16. The Picture Wipe and

Dissolve functions do not

work.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

16. •The last selected editing

scene is ending.

16. •Select Picture Wipe or

Dissolve before beginning

recording. The effects are

then automatically activated

(੬ pg. 26).

•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. 26).

•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. 26).

17. The picture wipe function

17. •The Slow Shutter mode is

activated.

17. •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. 24, 26, 28).

18. Scene transition does not

18. •When using “Picture Wipe/

Dissolve” (੬ pg. 26), there

is a delay of a fraction of a

second between the

18.

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.

19. The Video Echo mode

19. •The Picture Wipe or

Dissolve functions are in use.

•“WIDE MODE” is set to

“SQUEEZE” in the Menu

Screen.

19. •Set “WIDE MODE” to

“CINEMA” or “OFF” mode

(੬ pg. 24).

does not work.

•Do not try to use the Video

Echo mode during a Fade-In

or Fade-Out (੬ pg. 26, 28).

•A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in

progress.

20. Even when Slow Shutter is

not selected, the image

20 •When shooting in the dark,

the unit becomes highly

sensitive to light and the

image takes on an effect

similar to Slow Shutter.

20. •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. 23).

21. There is no strobe when

the Classic Film or Strobe

mode is activated.

21. •The Picture Wipe or

21. •Do not try to use the Classic

Film or Strobe mode during

a scene transition

Dissolve function is in use.

(੬ pg. 26, 28).

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

22. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone

before setting White

22. White Balance cannot be

22. •The Sepia or Monotone

activated.

mode is activated.

Balance (੬ pg. 28, 30).

23. When shooting a subject

illuminated by bright light,

vertical lines appear.

23. •This is a result of exceed-

ingly high contrast, and is

not a malfunction.

23.

————

24. When the screen is under

direct sunlight during

shooting, the screen

becomes red or black for

an instant.

24. •This is not a malfunction.

24.

————

25. During recording, the date/

25. •“DATE/TIME” is set to

“OFF” in the Menu Screen.

•Self-Recording is performed.

25. •Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON”

in the Menu Screen

time does not appear.

(੬ pg. 25).

•During Self-Recording, the

date/time does not appear

(੬ pg. 15).

26. Images stored in the

MultiMediaCard cannot be

deleted.

26. •Images stored in the

MultiMediaCard are

protected.

26. •Remove protection from the

images stored in the

MultiMediaCard and delete

them (੬ pg. 37, 38).

27. The indicators and

27. •“ON SCREEN” is set to

“SIMPLE” or “TIME CODE”

is set to “OFF” in the Menu

Screen.

27. •Set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD”

or “LCD/TV” and set

“TIME CODE” to “ON”

in the Menu Screen

messages do not appear.

(੬ pg. 25, 32).

28. Images on the LCD

monitor appear dark or

whitish.

28. •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,

28. •Adjust the brightness and

angle of the LCD monitor

(੬ pg. 14, 15).

images on the LCD monitor

become dark. Consult your

nearest JVC dealer.

29. The rear of the LCD

29. •The light used to illuminate

the LCD monitor causes it to

become hot.

29. •Close the LCD monitor to

turn it off or set the Power

Switch to “OFF”, and let the

unit cool down.

monitor is hot.

30. The indicators and the

image colour on the LCD

monitor are not clear.

30. •This may occur when the

surface or the edge of the

LCD monitor is pressed.

30.

————

EN63

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

31. The LCD monitor or

viewfinder indications

blink.

31. •Certain Fade/Wipe effects,

certain modes of Programme

AE with special effects, “DIS”

and other functions that

31. •Re-read the sections

covering Fade/Wipe effects,

Programme AE with special

effects and “DIS”

cannot be used together are

selected at the same time.

(੬ pg. 24, 26 – 28).

32. Coloured bright spots

appear all over the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

32. •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

32.

————

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 %)

33. During recording, sound

33. •This is normal.

33.

————

cannot be heard.

34. Play, Rewind and Fast-

Forward functions do not

work.

34. •The Power Switch is not set

34. •Set the Power Switch to

to “

”.

“

” (੬ pg. 31).

35. A MultiMediaCard cannot

35. •The VIDEO/DSC Switch is

set to “VIDEO”.

35. •Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch

to “ ”.

•Set the Power Switch to

”.

be played back.

•The Power Switch is set to

“

” or “ ”.

“

36. The tape is moving, but

36. •Your TV has AV input

terminals, but is not set to its

VIDEO mode.

36. •Set the TV to the mode

or channel appropriate

for video playback

there is no picture.

•The cassette holder cover is

open.

(੬ pg. 40, 41).

•Close the cassette holder

cover (੬ pg. 10).

37. The LCD monitor image is

37. •During playback of the

unrecorded portion, High-

speed Search and still

37.

distorted.

————

playback, LCD monitor

indications appear distorted.

This is not a defect.

38. Images on the LCD

38. •The speaker volume is too

38. •Turn the speaker volume

monitor are jittery.

great.

down (੬ pg. 31).

39. Blocks of noise appear

during playback, or there is

no playback picture and

the screen becomes blue.

39.

39. •Clean the video heads with

an optional cleaning

————

cassette (੬ pg. 75).

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

40. The LCD monitor, the

viewfinder and the lens

have become dirty (ex.

fingerprints).

40.

41.

40. •Wipe them gently with soft

cloth. Wiping strongly can

cause damage (੬ pg. 65).

————

41. An unusual mark appears.

41. •Check the section of the

manual that explains LCD

monitor/viewfinder

————

indications (੬ pg. 68 – 72).

42. An error indication

42. •A malfunction of some kind

has occurred. In this case

the camcorder’s functions

become unusable.

42. •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.

43. The charger indicator on

the AC Power Adapter/

Charger does not light.

43. •The temperature of the

battery is extremely high/low.

•Charging is difficult in

places subject to extremely

high/low temperatures.

43. •To protect the battery, it is

recommended to charge it

in places with a temperature

of 10°C to 35°C (੬ pg. 73).

44. Picture does not appear on

44. •The lens cap is attached.

•The LCD monitor's

brightness setting is too

dark.

44. •Remove the lens cap

(੬ pg. 14).

the LCD monitor.

•Adjust the brightness of the

LCD monitor (੬ pg. 14).

•If the monitor is tilted

upward 180 degrees, open

the monitor fully (੬ pg. 15).

45. When the image is printed

from the printer, a black

bar appears at the bottom

of the screen.

45. •This is not a malfunction.

45. •By recording with “DIS”

activated (੬ pg. 24) this

can be avoided.

46. When the camcorder is

connected via the DV

connector, the camcorder

does not operate.

46. •The DV cable was plugged/

unplugged with power

turned on.

46. •Turn the camcorder’s power

off and on again, then

operate it.

47. The MultiMediaCard

cannot be removed from

the camcorder.

47.

47. •Push in the MultiMediaCard

a few more times

————

(੬ pg. 11).

USER MAINTENANCE

After Use

EN65

Cleaning The Camcorder

Turn off the camcorder.

To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft

cloth.

Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it

well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again

with a dry cloth.

Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of

the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover

open until it locks. The cassette holder opens

automatically. Remove the cassette.

Press PUSH 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 BATTERY RELEASE and remove the battery

pack.

To clean the viewfinder, raise it to the vertical

position. Carefully open the cover on the

bottom of the viewfinder 1.

Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at

the bottom of the viewfinder and clean the

interior of the viewfinder with it 2.

Close the cover. Tilt the viewfinder back to the

horizontal position.

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

BATTERY

RELEASE Button

Lens blower

INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators

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EN67

Controls

Connectors

1 Monitor Open Button

To connect cables to the following connectors

open the LCD monitor.

and

[PUSH OPEN] ..................................... ੬ pg. 14

2 Dioptre Adjustment Control ................... ੬ pg. 8

* PC (DIGITAL PHOTO) Connector ........ ੬ pg. 42

3 Battery Release Button

( J Terminal/Edit Connector [JLIP (Joint Level

Interface Protocol)/EDIT] ...................... ੬ pg. 53

•Connect the editing cable when performing

Random Assemble Editing.

[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. ੬ pg. 7

4 •MENU Wheel [+, –, PUSH] ............... ੬ pg. 22

•LCD Monitor BRIGHT

•Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR

to control it from the computer using the

provided Software.

(Brightness) Control [+, –] .................. ੬ pg. 14

5 Snapshot Button

[SNAPSHOT]........................... ੬ pg. 16, 17, 47

) DC Input Connector .............................. ੬ pg. 7

6 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 18

The connectors

are located beneath a cover.

•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ........ ੬ pg. 31

q Audio/Video Output Connector

7 Snapshot Mode Button

[AV] ........................................ ੬ pg. 40, 44, 53

[MODE] ........................................ ੬ pg. 16, 17

w Digital Video Connector

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

9 Stop Button [5] ................................... ੬ pg. 31

[DV IN/OUT: GR-DVL309/DVL109, DV OUT:

GR-DVL308/DVL108]

0 •Rewind Button [2] ......................... ੬ pg. 31

(i.link*) .................................... ੬ pg. 42, 43, 45

* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry

specification and extensions thereof. The logo

is used for products compliant with the i.Link

standard.

•BACKLIGHT Button .......................... ੬ pg. 29

! Play/Pause Button [4/6] ...................... ੬ pg. 31

@ •Fast-Forward Button [3] ................. ੬ pg. 31

•FOCUS Button .................................. ੬ pg. 21

e S-Video Output Connector [S] ... ੬ pg. 40, 44, 53

# Power Switch

[

, OFF] ........................... ੬ pg. 13

Indicators

$ Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 14

r Tally Lamp ........................................... ੬ pg. 14

% Lock Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 13

t Side LED Indicator

^ VIDEO/DSC Switch [VIDEO,

] ...... ੬ pg. 13

(GR-DVL309/DVL308 only) ................. ੬ pg. 24

& Video Light Switch

y Power Lamp ........................................ ੬ pg. 14

[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]...................... ੬ pg. 20

Other Parts

u •Remote Sensor .................................. ੬ pg. 48

•Camera Sensor

Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.

i Viewfinder ............................................. ੬ pg. 8

o Video Light .......................................... ੬ pg. 20

p Stereo Microphone .............................. ੬ pg. 58

Q Shoulder Strap Eyelets ............................ ੬ pg. 8

W Grip Strap .............................................. ੬ pg. 8

E Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 7

R LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 14, 15

T Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 31

Y Stud Hole .............................................. ੬ pg. 8

U Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬ pg. 8

I MEMORY CARD Cover ....................... ੬ pg. 11

INDEX Indications

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only

1 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.

(੬ pg. 26, 27)

1 2

2 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema

mode. (੬ pg. 24)

SP 35

3 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).

(੬ pg. 12)

REC

444

4 Displays the tape remaining time.

(੬ pg. 14)

5 •“REC” appears during recording.

•“PAUSE” appears during Record-

Standby mode.

(੬ pg. 14)

6 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged

to cut down on noise created by wind.

(੬ pg. 25)

SOUND 12B I T

7 Appears while the tape is running.

(੬ pg. 14)

TC 23 25

8 Displays the sound mode for approx.

5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.

(੬ pg. 23)

7 6 5

9 Displays the Time Code.

(੬ pg. 19, 25)

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

Screen removes indications marked with * from the

screen (੬ pg. 25, 32).

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

1 Appears when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to

“

” and the Power Switch is set to “ ” or

(੬ pg. 13, 17)

”.

2 3 4 5 6

2 Appears and blinks during shooting. (੬ pg. 17)

STD

3 Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored

DSC

10 / 50

image. There are 2 modes available:

FINE and STD (Standard).

(੬ pg. 12, 17)

4 •Appears during shooting.

•Blinks when a MultiMediaCard is not loaded.

(੬ pg. 17)

5 Displays the number of images that have already

been shot. (੬ pg. 17)

6 Displays the total number of shots that can

be stored, including those already taken.

(੬ pg. 17)

EN69

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

F. AUTO

PHOTO

–

BR I GHT

12 00

1 Appears when the power switch is set to “ ”.

(੬ pg. 13)

8 Appears during zooming.

Zoom level indicator

(੬ pg. 18)

2 Appears when backlight compensation is used.

9 •Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during

zooming. (੬ pg. 18)

: Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to

(੬ pg. 29)

•

3 Appears when the white balance is adjusted.

“AUTO” and the shutter speed is

(੬ pg. 30)

automatically adjusted.

(੬ pg. 23)

4 Appears when the exposure is adjusted.

0 Appears when taking a Snapshot.

(੬ pg. 29)

(੬ pg. 16, 17)

5 Displays the selected Programme AE with

! Appears when the iris is locked.

(੬ pg. 29)

special effects.

(੬ pg. 28)

@ Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.

6 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser

(੬ pg. 14)

(੬ pg. 9)

(“DIS”) is engaged.

(੬ pg. 24)

# Displays the date/time.

7 Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.

(੬ pg. 21)

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

(੬ pg. 25, 32).

INDEX Indications (cont.)

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback

1Displays the sound mode.

(੬ pg. 32, 33)

2Displays the tape speed.

(੬ pg. 12)

3Appears while a tape is running.

: Playback

12B I T

SOUND

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle search

: Rewind/Shuttle search

: Pause

: Forward slow-motion

16 : Reverse slow-motion

: Audio Dubbing

6e : Audio Dubbing Pause

4Displays the date/time.

(੬ pg. 32, 33)

5Displays the time code.

(੬ pg. 32, 33)

VOLUME

6BRIGHT

Displays the brightness of the LCD

monitor. (੬ pg. 14)

TC 10 06 20

12 00

VOLUME : Displays the speaker volume.

(੬ pg. 31)

The level indicator moves.

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback

1Displays the index number of the image file.

(੬ pg. 34)

1 2

2Displays the total number of stored images.

(੬ pg. 34)

3Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor.

(੬ pg. 14)

–

100 0001

The level indicator moves.

4 Displays the directory and file names. (੬ pg. 34)

–

BR I GHT

10 50

EN71

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 “ ” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION SWITCH

“VIDEO”.

(੬ pg. 10)

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

(੬ pg. 75)

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED USE CLEAN-

ING CASSETTE

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait

more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.

CONDENSATION,

OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or

SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or

TAPE!

“

” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “VIDEO”.

Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.

Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.

(੬ pg. 15)

TAPE END

DIFFERENT

FORMATTED TAPE

●Appears when the date/time is not set.

●Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the

(੬ pg. 9)

SET DATE/TIME!

previously set date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer

for replacement.

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.

LENS CAP

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.

A. DUB ERROR!

(੬ pg. 58)

A. DUB ERROR!

<CANNOT DUB

●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP

mode.

(੬ pg. 58)

ON AN LP RECORDED

TAPE>

●Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit

audio.

(੬ pg. 58)

<CANNOT DUB

●Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase

ON A 16BIT

protection tab is set to “SAVE”.

(੬ pg. 58)

RECORDING>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION SWITCH>

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

possible.

MEMORY IS FULL

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

INDEX Indications (cont.)

Indications

Function

●Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this

camcorder is being used as a recorder (GR-DVL309/DVL109 only).

(੬ pg. 45)

●Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a

MultiMediaCard:

– when no MultiMediaCard is loaded.

– when the MultiMediaCard's memory is full.

– when the MultiMediaCard is not formatted.

●Appears in the following cases when dubbing still images stored in the

MultiMediaCard’s memory to a tape:

– when condensation occurs.

– when no tape is loaded.

(੬ pg. 47)

COPYING FAILED

– when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.

– when a tape in another format is loaded.

– when the tape ends.

(੬ pg. 46)

Appears if a MultiMediaCard is not loaded when SNAPSHOT is pressed

while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch

MEMORY CARD!

is set to “

”.

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. 39)

PLEASE

FORMAT

Appears if there are no images stored in the MultiMediaCard when the

NO STORED IMAGE

Power Switch is set to “

” and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to “

”.

The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has

occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off

automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few

minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the

camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

E01 — E06

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY

CAUTIONS

EN73

Battery Packs

Video Light

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:

DANGER

Ⅲ The video light can become extremely

hot. Do not touch it either while in

operation or soon after turning it off,

otherwise serious injury may result.

Terminals

1. To avoid hazards . . .

.... do not burn.

Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot for some time.

Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

between the video light and people or objects.

Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your nearest

JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

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

transporting, make sure the provided battery

cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap

is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

.... 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.

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.

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.

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

Please make note of the following rules for battery

use. When misused, the batteries can leak or

explode.

.... 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.

1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 48.

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.

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.

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.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD

monitor use.

These are not malfunctions:

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.

•While using the camcorder, the surface around

the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD

monitor may heat up.

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

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

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

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. While the MultiMediaCard is being accessed (during

recording, playback, deletion, initialisation, etc.) . . .

.... never unload the MultiMediaCard and never

turn off the camcorder.

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 anten-

nas, etc.).

.... 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.

EN75

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

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap or the grip.

surface.

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.

•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.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

damage to the video tape, and can lead to

internal damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

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

Audio Dubbing ........................................ ੬ pg. 58

Auto Focus ............................................... ੬ pg. 21

Auto Shut off ...................................... ੬ pg. 15, 31

Fade-In/Out ........................................ ੬ pg. 26, 27

Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. ੬ pg. 31

Frame-By-Frame Playback .................. ੬ pg. 31, 50

Gain Up ................................................... ੬ pg. 23

Backlight Compensation ........................... ੬ pg. 29

Battery Low .............................................. ੬ pg. 71

Battery Pack ..................................... ੬ pg. 6, 7, 73

Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ ੬ pg. 14

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

Icons ................................................ ੬ pg. 22 – 25

Index Playback ......................................... ੬ pg. 35

Index Screen ............................................ ੬ pg. 35

Initialise A MultiMediaCard ...................... ੬ pg. 39

Iris............................................................ ੬ pg. 29

Iris Lock ................................................... ੬ pg. 29

Channels (Left/Right) ................................. ੬ pg. 33

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

Cinema .................................................... ੬ pg. 24

Classic Film .............................................. ੬ pg. 28

Clean The Camcorder ............................... ੬ pg. 65

Connections ...................... ੬ pg. 7, 40, 42 – 45, 53

Journalistic Shooting ................................. ੬ pg. 15

LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... ੬ pg. 14

Date/Time Display ........................ ੬ pg. 25, 32, 33

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

Deleting Images........................................ ੬ pg. 38

Demonstration Mode ............................ ੬ pg. 5, 24

Digital Zoom ...................................... ੬ pg. 18, 23

DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... ੬ pg. 24

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

Dubbing ........................................... ੬ pg. 44 – 47

Indications ..................................... ੬ pg. 68 – 72

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

Manual Focus........................................... ੬ pg. 21

Menu Screen, CAMERA MENU........... ੬ pg. 23, 24

Menu Screen, DISPLAY MENU ........... ੬ pg. 25, 32

Menu Screen, DSC MENU .................. ੬ pg. 25, 37

Menu Screen, MANUAL MENU.......... ੬ pg. 24, 25

Menu Screen, VIDEO MENU .................... ੬ pg. 32

Monotone ................................................ ੬ pg. 28

Motor Drive Mode.................................... ੬ pg. 16

MultiMediaCard ................................. ੬ pg. 11, 74

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

Exposure Control ...................................... ੬ pg. 29

EN77

Picture Quality Mode ............................... ੬ pg. 12

Picture Wipe/Dissolve......................... ੬ pg. 26, 27

Playback Special Effects ............................ ੬ pg. 51

Playback Zoom ........................................ ੬ pg. 50

Power Switch Position .............................. ੬ pg. 13

Printer ...................................................... ੬ pg. 43

Programme AE With Special Effects ........... ੬ pg. 28

Protecting Images ..................................... ੬ pg. 37

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

Tally ................................................... ੬ pg. 14, 23

Tele Macro ............................................... ੬ pg. 24

Time Code.............................. ੬ pg. 19, 25, 32, 33

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

Twilight .................................................... ੬ pg. 28

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

VIDEO/DSC Switch Position ..................... ੬ pg. 13

Video Echo ............................................... ੬ pg. 28

Video Light ............................................... ੬ pg. 20

Random Assemble Editing................. ੬ pg. 52 – 57

Record-Standby ........................................ ੬ pg. 14

Recording Mode ....................................... ੬ pg. 12

Remote Control ........................................ ੬ pg. 48

Reset ........................................................ ੬ pg. 25

Rewind The Tape ...................................... ੬ pg. 31

White Balance .......................................... ੬ pg. 30

Wide Mode .............................................. ੬ pg. 24

Wind Cut ................................................. ੬ pg. 25

Wipe In/Out ....................................... ੬ pg. 26, 27

Self-Recording .......................................... ੬ pg. 15

Sepia ........................................................ ੬ pg. 28

Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. ੬ pg. 52

Shuttle Search........................................... ੬ pg. 31

Shutter Speed ........................................... ੬ pg. 28

Slide Show ............................................... ੬ pg. 36

Slow-Motion Playback .............................. ੬ pg. 50

Slow Shutter ............................................. ੬ pg. 28

Snapshot ............................................ ੬ pg. 16, 17

Snapshot Mode ........................................ ੬ pg. 16

Sound Mode................................. ੬ pg. 23, 32, 33

Speaker Volume ....................................... ੬ pg. 31

Specifications ..................................... ੬ pg. 78, 79

Squeeze ................................................... ੬ pg. 24

Still Playback ............................................ ੬ pg. 31

Strobe ...................................................... ੬ pg. 28

Zooming .................................................. ੬ pg. 18

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

Video light

: Approx. 4.3 W

: Approx. 5.3 W

: Approx. 3.5 W

Dimensions (W x H x D)

: 80 mm x 96 mm x 170 mm

(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed down)

Weight

GR-DVL309/DVL308

GR-DVL109/DVL108

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Pickup

: Approx. 600 g

: Approx. 580 g

: 0°C to 40°C

: 35% to 80%

: –20°C to 50°C

: 1/4" CCD

Lens

: F 1.8, f = 3.6 mm to 36 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens

Filter diameter

LCD monitor

: ø37 mm

GR-DVL309/DVL308

GR-DVL109/DVL108

Viewfinder

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

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

GR-DVL309/DVL308

GR-DVL109/DVL108

Speaker

: Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" colour LCD

: Electronic viewfinder with 0.24" black/white LCD

: Monaural

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.

EN79

For Digital Still Camera

Storage media

: MultiMediaCard

Compression system

File size

Picture quality

: JPEG (compatible)

: VGA: 640 x 480 pixels

: 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

Approximate number of storable images

(with the provided MultiMediaCard [8 MB])

FINE

STANDARD

: 100

: 200

(with an optional MultiMediaCard [16 MB])

FINE

STANDARD

: 200

: 400

For Connectors

: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output

C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue output

Video output

: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue

Audio output

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

Input/output

(GR-DVL309/DVL109 only)

Output

(GR-DVL308/DVL108 only)

PC (DIGITAL PHOTO)

Digital still output

JLIP/EDIT

: 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant

: ø2.5 mm, 3-pole

: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V40EG

Power requirement

Power consumption

Output

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

: 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

: Approx. 260 g

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

to change without notice.

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

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