DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL9000 Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/index-e.html For Customer Use: INSTRUCTIONS Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No.
EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Digital Video Camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (Z pg. 9). • Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. • Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. It is recommended that you . . . .....
EN IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing. ATTENTION: Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions.
EN USE SERVICING 1. Accessories 1. Servicing To avoid personal injury: • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. • Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. • Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.
EN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always attach and use the provided hand strap. Hold the camcorder firmly in your hand, with the strap securely around your wrist.
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES EN T W AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V80U Remote control unit RM-V711U MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min (DVM-30) M-DV30ME Battery pack BN-V814U Lithium battery CR2025 for remote control unit Shoulder Strap Editing cable (ø 3.5 mini-plug, 2 poles) VIDEO/AUDIO cable (camcorder to TV or VCR, ø 3.
EN S-VIDEO cable Cleaning cloth JLIP-PC connection cable DC cord CD-ROM The CD ROM contains the following 3 software programs: •JLIP Video Capture •JLIP Video Producer •MGI PhotoSuite SE 7
ABOUT DV EN The digital video camera converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording. A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and color signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analog to Digital) converter samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 3.375 MHz, and changes them to an 8-bit quantum signal.
CONTENTS PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ABOUT DV GETTING STARTED EN 9 6 8 10 Charging The Battery Pack .................................................................. 10 Installing The Battery Pack ................................................................. 11 Indoor Use ..................................................................................... 12 Using The Power Pack ....................................................................... 12 Date/Time Settings .................................
GETTING STARTED EN Charging The Battery Pack You can charge one battery pack at a time, or two consecutively. ATTACH DETACH Battery pack BN-V814U To AC outlet Power cord Power cord Charger indicator 1 AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V80U Power lamp DC OUT jack Charger indicator 2 1 SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER Plug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord in to an AC outlet. The power lamp comes on.
EN 11 Charging Environment Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 30°C (50°F and 86°F). 20° to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Continuous Shooting Continuous shooting is possible (See table below for recording time) under the following conditions: • A BN-V814U Battery Pack is in use • The temperature is approximately 20°C/68°F However, . . .
GETTING STARTED (Cont.) EN Indoor Use When using the camcorder indoors, you can use the AC Adapter instead of a battery. Power cord To AC outlet Connector is under the cover DC-IN AC Power Adapter/Charger Power lamp When power is supplied, the power lamp lights. Core Filter To DC OUT jack DC cord 1 SUPPLY POWER TO ADAPTER Plug the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord in to an AC outlet.
EN 13 Date/Time Settings Date and time will automatically be recorded on tape at all times. It is your choice to display it or not during playback ( Z pg. 56).
GETTING STARTED (Cont.) EN Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. Cassette cover Cassette holder OPEN/EJECT switch PUSH-OPEN button Erase protection switch** PUSH HERE Make sure the window side is facing out. NOTES: 1 OPEN LCD MONITOR Press the PUSH-OPEN button and open the LCD monitor up to an angle of 90 degrees. 2 OPEN CASSETTE COVER Turn on the power, then slide the OPEN/EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.
EN 15 Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference. LCD monitor Power lamp Recording Menu Power dial 4 REC MODE SP WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM 40X OFF DIS GAIN UP AGC TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU OF F PLAY A M 5S END Lock button 4 REC MODE SP WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM 40X DIS OFF GAIN UP AGC TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU MENU button Select Dial Recording mode indicator END SP 1 SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Dial to “ M ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial.
GETTING STARTED (Cont.) EN Grip Strap Attachment Tripod Mounting Align the tripod’s screw with the mounting socket on the bottom of the camcorder. The camcorder can be mounted on a tripod even with the Power Pack attached. Zoom switch Pad Bottom of the camcorder 1 3 2 START/STOP 1 ADJUST LENGTH 1 Open the pad . Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the START/STOP button and the zoom switch. Position the pad so that it contacts the back of your hand 2, then re-attach it 3.
EN 17 Shoulder Strap Attachment When transporting the camcorder, it is convenient to use the shoulder strap. STRAP 1 ATTACH SHOULDER 1 2 2 As shown in and of the illustration, thread the strap through the eyelets and the buckles. Pull the strap to make sure it is attached to the camcorder firmly. 1 •If the strap is not attached correctly and the camcorder drops, the camcorder may become damaged. 2 1 Diopter Adjustment Adjust the viewfinder display for best viewing.
GETTING STARTED (Cont.) EN Remote Control Unit You can use the RM-V711U to control the camcorder. When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The transmitted beam effective area for indoor use is approx. 5 m. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation if the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. START/STOP Button (Z pg. 71) PAUSE IN connector (Z pg. 65) Zoom Buttons (Z pg. 54) AUDIO MONITOR Button ( Z pg.
EN 19 Operation Mode Tuning the Power Dial allows you to choose the appropriate operation mode among the following modes: Full Auto mode ( A ), Manual mode ( M ), 5 second mode recording (5S), Self-Timer mode ( ) and “PLAY”. According to the Power Dial position you have selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL” appears in the upper left corner. When set to “ A ” F .
RECORDING Basic Recording EN You should already have performed the necessary preparations (Z pgs. 10 – 19). Set the Power Dial to “ A ” and try recording that way before attempting to use more advanced features. NOTE: Before starting recording, make sure you set the date and time (Z pg. 13). Even if they don’t appear during recording, you can display them during playback (Z pg. 57).
EN 1 SELECT OPERATION MODE Set the Power Dial to “ A ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN 2 PULL LCD MONITOR Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor to approx. 90° degrees. •The lens cover opens, the power lamp comes on and the scene you're aimed at appears. •The Record-Standby mode is engaged. 3 START RECORDING When “PAUSE” appears, press START/STOP. A beep signals the start of recording and the tally lamp comes on.
RECORDING Basic Recording (Cont.) EN Recording From The Middle Of A Tape When removing a tape on which you were recording, or when you resume recording on a tape after playing back the recording previously made (without taking the tape out between recordings), perform this procedure.
EN 23 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 (Z pg. 65), time code is necessary.
RECORDING Basic Recording (Cont.) EN Tape Remaining Indicator The time remaining on the tape is automatically monitored and displayed (Z pg. 81). When the tape ends, “TAPE END” appears. If the indications are turned off, the tape remaining indicator appears when remaining time reaches 2 minutes.
EN 25 Journalistic shooting In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results. 1 OPEN LCD MONITOR Make sure the viewfinder is pushed back and the LCD monitor is fully open (approx. 90°). 2 TILT LCD MONITOR Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. •The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).
RECORDING Basic Recording (Cont.) EN Zoom Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject ( Z pg. 35). Simply set the zoom switch to either zoom in (towards “T”) or zoom out (towards “W”). The zoom speed is variable — the quicker you set the zoom switch, the quicker the zoom action. NOTES: ● Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through Digital image processing, and is therefore called Digital Zoom. ● During Digital Zoom, the quality of image may suffer.
RECORDING Advanced Features EN 27 Displaying The Date And Time During Recording When the Power Dial is set to “ M ”, “5S” or “ ”, you can choose whether to display the date and time during recording or not. You must first set the date and time (see “Date/Time Settings” Z pg. 13). Set “DISPLAY” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The Date/Time is always displayed when the Power Dial is set to “ A ”.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Scene (5-second recording) Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. The 5-Second function may also be activated during Full Auto operation. But the White Balance remains in the previously adjusted condition. While the 5-Second mode is activated, Fade/Wipe (Z pg. 38), P.AE/Effects (Z pg. 44) and other manual operations cannot be performed.
EN 29 Self-Timer Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture. Begins blinking (Self-Timer starts) Power Dial PLAY F OF A M When the START/ STOP button is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown at right: ¥ ¥ Stops blinking and stays on (Self-Timer shooting starts) 4 After approx. 15 sec.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Pro Snapshot Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. Progressive Button VIDEO Display APSHOT SN PHOTO Progressive Dial During snapshot Power Dial 1 SELECT OPERATION MODE First turn the Power Dial to “ A ”, “ M ”, “5S” or “ ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. Make sure the viewfinder is pulled out or the LCD monitor is open fully.
EN ,,,,, ,,,, ,,,,, ,,,, ,,,, ,,,,, Pro Snapshot mode with no frame* u Multi-Analyzer 4** Pro Snapshot mode with frame* u ,,,, ,,, ,,,, ,,,, 31 Pin-Up mode u ,,,, ,,, ,,,, ,,, Multi-Analyzer 9** Nega/Posi mode* u * : There is a momentary camera shutter-type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing, which is recorded together with the image. ** : This will be disabled when P.AE/Effects other than “SHUTTER” are activated. u : Recorded with Progressive mode.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Description of Progressive Scan CCD Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of outputting 60 full Frames* per second — twice the amount of conventional systems — it is able to deliver a high quality picture even when its output signal is converted to a format that can be viewed on a TV screen.
EN 33 Menus The Recording Menu allows you to set these functions: Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Digital Image Stabilizer, Gain Up, Date/Time Menu, System Menu . The following selection procedure applies to Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Stabilization and Gain Up. Please refer to pages 34, 35 for details.
EN REC MODE SP WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM 40X DIS OFF GAIN UP AGC TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU 4 END RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) SP LP OFF SQUEEZE 10X 40X OFF ON OFF AGC CINEMA 200X REC MODE (Recording mode) You can change the tape recording speed. LP tape speed is slower than SP, allowing LP to record 1.5 times longer than SP. If you have shot in SP mode Audio Dubbing and Insert Editing will be possible later.
EN 35 ZOOM (Zoom magnification) You can select 10X, 40X, or 200X maximum zoom magnifications. 10X–Optical zoom that does not degrade the quality of the recording. 40X–Electronic processing (Digital zoom) that lets you get closer up. 200X–Electronically-processed images at 200-times magnification. NOTES: ● Even if 40X or 200X is selected, Digital zoom (magnification of over 10X) cannot be used while the Video Echo effect (Z pg. 45), the Picture Wipe/Dissolve function (Z pg. 40) or the 5SD mode (Z pg.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN System Menu The System Menu allows you to set the following functions: Scene, Beep/Tally, Wind Cut, Sound Mode and ID numbers.
EN 5S SCENE BEEP / TALLY WIND CUT SOUND MODE ID NUMBER 5S ON OFF 32kHz 06 5SD ON OFF ON OFF 32kHz 37 ANIM. 48kHz This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a computer [01 to 99]. 4 RETURN SCENE (5-Second Mode) (Z pg. 28) WIND CUT 5S–Pressing START/STOP allows you to take a 5second “clip”. Press repeatedly for a succession of short recordings.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN FADE/WIPE Effects Use these to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. Refer to pages 38 – 43 for Fade/Wipe effects and techniques. Select any one effect from the Fader/Wipe Menu. Display FADER / WIPE FOCUS EXPOSURE W. BALANCE 4 FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF MANUAL WH P WIPE – SHUTTER ?R RANDOM OFF FADER – WHITE SEL. 4 WH BK FADER – BLACK BW FADER – B.
EN 39 Fades and Wipes A scene gradually appears on a black or white screen (Fade In/Wipe In), or disappears, leaving a black or white screen (Fade Out/Wipe Out). Select Fade or Wipe at the Fader/Wipe Menu (Z pg. 38). , , , , and of the Fader/Wipe Menu.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Picture Wipe/Dissolve Combine the Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions for a professional transition effect. There are 6 Picture Wipe effects and 1 Dissolve effect. Select the Picture Wipe effect at the Fader/Wipe Menu (Z pg. 38). P, Select any one effect from P, P, P, P of the Fader/Wipe Menu. P and P, ,,,, ,,,, ,,,, ,,,, ,,,, Previous scene end Example P WIPE – SCROLL The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous scene.
EN Random Variations When ? R is selected, the camcorder chooses one of the fades/wipes at random. 41 WH BK B W 1 START RECORDING Press START/STOP. The camcorder does the rest, selecting an effect at random. •The recording starts with a Fade In or Wipe In. If you press START/STOP during recording, Record-Standby mode is preceded by a Fade Out or Wipe Out; when you resume recording, it begins with a Fade In or Wipe In.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN FADER AND WIPE MENU MENU WH FADER — WHITE BK FADER — BLACK BW EFFECT Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER — B.W Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from color to black and white. WIPE — CORNER 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.
EN MENU P P P P P P P ?R 43 EFFECT DISSOLVE The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears. WIPE — CORNER The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner. WIPE — WINDOW The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene. WIPE — SLIDE The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right to left.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN P.AE/Effects You can choose any one of the effects from the P.AE/Effect Menu. Display P. AE / EFFECT FOCUS EXPOSURE W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE 4 P. AE / EFFECT AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF SLOW SHUTTER VIDEO ECHO OFF SEL. 4 1/60 SHUTTER 1/60 1/100 SHUTTER 1/100 1/250 SHUTTER 1/250 1/500 SHUTTER 1/500 1/60 PAUSE RETURN Manual Mode Item Menu P.AE/EFFECT Menu The indicator for the selected mode appears, and the selected mode is engaged.
SHUTTER (Variable Shutter (Speed) ,,,, ,,,, ,,,, ,,,, ,,,, 1/60–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/100–The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced. 1/250, 1/500–These settings allow fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Progressive Video Recording If an image is recorded using the Progressive Mode, it is possible to play back a jitter-free still image with superior quality. A high-resolution still image can also be processed on a personal computer or can be printed out (Z pg. 60, 61). Display Progressive Dial VIDEO mode F. AUTO PAUSE PSHOT NA VIDEO S Progressive Button F.
EN 47 Manual Focus Adjustment The camcorder, in most cases, adjusts the focus from approx. 1.5 cm to infinity automatically. However, when focusing is difficult or when the subject is not in the middle of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, adjust the focus manually. Factory preset is “AUTO”. Display Power Dial 4 FOCUS EXPOSURE W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE P.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Exposure Control Usually this is adjusted automatically. However, when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject, the exposure could be corrected manually. Factory preset is “AUTO”. Display Power Dial FOCUS 4 EXPOSURE W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT OF F PLAY A M 5S AUTO MANUAL AUTO OFF OFF RETURN Manual Mode Item Menu Lock button EXP.
EN 49 Iris Lock Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder), or when you want to lock the brightness level. When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken. Display FOCUS EXPOSURE W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE P.
RECORDING Advanced Features (Cont.) EN White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional color/tint reproduction. Display W . BAL . FOCUS EXPOSURE W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE P.
EN 51 Manual White Balance Operation If the camera is operating in manual mode, perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting Display White paper FOCUS EXPOSURE 4 W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE P. AE / EFFECT AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF RETURN Manual Mode Item Menu MANUAL PAUSE Power Dial OF F PLAY A M 5S Select Dial Manual White Balance Adjustment Lock button To Change The Tint For Recording . . .
PLAYBACK Basic Playback EN You can watch what you’ve recorded in the LCD monitor. Tape running indicator 4 Volume switch W VOL. T Lock button PLAY A M 5S OF F Power lamp Power Dial LCD monitor Speaker 1 SELECT OPERATION MODE 4 VIEWING RECORDING 2 OPEN LCD MONITOR 5 END PLAYBACK Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. The Power lamp comes on. Open the LCD monitor. • When the viewfinder is pulled out, the LCD monitor cannot be used.
EN To Perform High-Speed Search . . . .... press 2 or 3 after pressing 6/4. The tape will move at approximately 9 times the normal playback speed. Watch in the LCD monitor and, when you reach the spot you want to see, press 6/4 and normal playback resumes. .... during playback, press and hold 2 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 High-Speed Search. This is not a malfunction.
PLAYBACK Advanced Features EN Playback Zoom The recorded pictures can be magnified up to 10X at any time during playback. Stop button Play button RM-V711U (provided) Zoom buttons T W SHIFT Left/Right/Up/ Down buttons PLAY PAUSE STOP Lock button PLAY OF F A M 5S Power Dial Remote sensor Normal playback Press T 1 FIND THE SCENE OF INTEREST 2 ACTIVATE ZOOM Press the Play button to start playback. Press the zoom buttons (T/W) on the remote control.
EN 55 Playback Effects These effects allow you to be creative with the playback picture. You can use any one of the 5 effects. RM-V711U (provided) Play button T W PLAY EFFECT EFFECT ON/OFF Lock button PLAY OF F A M 5S Power Dial Remote sensor P. AE / EFFECT 4 OFF 1 2 B/W 3 4 5 P.AE/EFFECT Select Menu (Playback) CLASSIC FILM MONOTONE SEPIA STROBE VIDEO ECHO 1 START PLAYBACK 2 ACCESS P.AE/EFFECT SELECT MENU Press the Play button (4).
PLAYBACK Advanced Features (Cont.) EN Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions: Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp, Display and Time Code. The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp (Z pg. 68, 69). Display FULL SOUND SOUND1 0.
EN 57 Playback Sound During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. (32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1” and 48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND”.
PLAYBACK Basic Connections EN VCR/TV Connection Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting.
EN 1 CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS 2 CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TVZOR VCR Make sure the camcorder’s power is off. Connect as shown in the illustration ( pg. 58). If Using A VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4. 3 CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT 4 TURN ON POWER Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual. Turn the Power Dial to “PLAY” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial and turn on the TV/VCR. 5 SELECT TV’S VIDEO MODE Set the TV to the channel or mode appropriate for video playback.
PLAYBACK Advanced Connections EN Connection To A Personal Computer This camcorder can transfer still images to a personal computer by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration below. It is also possible to transfer still images to a personal computer with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.
EN 61 Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector Connection to the Digital Printer GV-DT1 (optional) allows you to print out the images or to transfer the captured image from the Digital Printer to a personal computer. 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 (Z pg. 63), which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.
EDITING EN Dubbing You can copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto a videotape. Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual for details. Remote sensor VCR (Recording deck) Play button Stop button Lock button T DISPLAY PLAY ON/OFF button A M 5S OF F Power Dial 1 MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect the camcorder to your VCR as shown in the illustration on page 58. Please also refer to your VCR's instruction manual before dubbing.
EN 63 Digital Dubbing It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto other video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration.
EDITING (Cont.) EN Brand Setting Before you can perform Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 65 – 67), or control the VCR using the RM-V711U remote control, you must set the VCR brand. VCR (Recording deck) SET REMOTE/VCR CODE Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is installed in the remote control RM-V711U (Z pg. 18).
EN 65 Random Assemble Editing Using the RM-V711U remote control, you can use P.AE/Effects and make an original edited tape.
EDITING (Cont.) EN Program IN OUT 1 –– –– : –– ~ 2 ~ 3 ~ 4 ~ 5 ~ 6 ~ 7 ~ 8 ~ Remote sensor RM-V711U (provided) T MODE W TIME CODE TOTAL PLAY FADE/WIPE EFFECT PLAY A M 5S OF F R.A.EDIT ON/OFF –– : –– 00 : 00 Random Assemble Editing Menu Power Dial EDIT IN/OUT 4 SET EDIT-IN POINT At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/ OUT on the remote control. The Edit-In position appears on the Random Assemble Editing Menu. 5 SET EDIT-OUT POINT At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT.
EN 67 Remote Sensor Rewind button Pause button Stop button START/STOP button PLAY OF F A M 5S RM-V711U (provided) T W Power Dial FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT PAUSE R.A. EDIT ON/OFF CANCEL VCR REC STBY SCENES 8 REGISTER ADDITIONAL Z Repeat steps 4 – 7 ( pg. 66). •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. •If you're not using Fade/Wipe or P.
EDITING (Cont.) EN For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Standby to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you’ve recorded scenes you didn’t want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
EN 69 Adjustment of VCR‘s against Camcorder Timing Display 48kHz MODE 32kHz MODE 4 SYNCHRO DISPLAY TIMECODE FULL SOUND SOUND1 0.0 ON OFF VCR (Recording deck) END Playback Menu Lock button MENU button Select Dial OF F END 4 ACCESS PLAYBACK MENU Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A. EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press MENU. The Playback Menu appears on the TV screen.
EDITING (Cont.) EN Audio Dubbing The audio track can be customized only when recorded on the 32 kHz mode (Z pg. 37). NOTES: ● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded at 48 kHz, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. ● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching in the television, make connections (Z pg. 58). Remote sensor External microphone input connector (Located beneath the cover.
EN 71 Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. NOTES: ● Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. ● To perform Insert Editing while watching in the television, make connections (Z pg.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. No power is supplied. SYMPTOM 1. •The power is not connected properly. •The battery is dead. •The LCD monitor is not open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording. 1. • Connect the AC Adapter securely (Z pg. 12). • Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one (Z pg. 11).
EN SYMPTOM 73 POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 10. The tape is moving, but there’s no picture. 10. •Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode. •The cassette’s cover is open. 11. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 11. •The 5-Second mode in the System Menu is set to “ANIM.”. 10. •Set the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback (Z pg. 58). •Close the cassette's cover (Z pg. 14). 11.
EN SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 18. The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions don’t work. 18. •The last selected editing scene is ending. •At the end of the last selected scene for editing, the Power Dial was set to “OFF”. •The power is off. 18. • Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated (Z pg. 40).
EN 75 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES 26. There are disturbances in audio and video. 26. •If Audio Dubbing or Insert Editing have been performed repeatedly on the same portion of the tape, disturbance to the sound and picture may result. 27. •“DISPLAY” is set to “OFF” in the Date/Time Menu. •Interface shooting is performed. 26. •Use a new, or infrequently used, tape for Audio Dubbing and Insert Editing (Z pg. 70, 71). 28. The indicators and messages do not appear on screen. 28.
TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont.) EN SYMPTOM 35. The LCD monitor indications blink. POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 35. •Certain FADE/WIPE, P.AE/ Effects, DIS and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. 36. •The LCD monitor or the viewfinder is made with highprecision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the tape.
AFTER USE EN 77 Cleaning The Camcorder Battery cover Open switch (BATTERY) Battery pack Hook LCD monitor Viewfinder eject knob 1 REMOVE POWER SUPPLY Z 6 PUSH VIEWFINDER BACK IN 2 CLEAN EXTERIOR 7 OPEN LCD MONITOR 8 CLEAN LCD MONITOR Remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Power Adapter/Charger ( pg. 10, 11). Wipe gently with a soft cloth. •Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS EN 1 3 4 5 2 6 Connector cover Pull this out to open.
EN 1 Zoom switch or volume switch (VOL.) (Z pg. 26, 52) Adjusts zoom during recording or the sound volume during playback. 2 Grip strap (Z pg. 16) 3 Tally lamp Lights during recording. 4 Remote sensor (Z pg. 54) Receives the signal from the remote control. When using the remote control, point it at the remote sensor. 5 Lens cover Opens when the viewfinder is pulled out or the LCD monitor is opened fully. 6 Stereo microphone (Z pg. 70) For use when recording or audio dubbing.
EN CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS (Cont.) Q y t Bottom of the camcorder u i Connector cover Pull this out to open. W E o t LCD monitor (Z pg. 24) The image appears during recording or playback. y Cassette cover (Z pg. 14) u DV OUT connector (Z pg. 60, 61, 63) Connect to a video unit equipped with a DV connector. i Video/audio output connector or headphones connector ( /AV-OUT) (Z pg. 58, 70) The provided VIDEO/AUDIO cable (ø3.5) can be connected to a television etc.
EN 1* w D T e q ) ( * & ^ 2*3 4* 5 6* 7* MANUAL LP 35 min PS REC WH PAUSE 1/250 444 5S SOUND %* 8* 9 0* 0 L PHOTO W 81 MODE 32kHz DEC 25 ’ 98 PM 5 : 30 @* ! # $* LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording No. FUNCTION 1* 2* 3 4* 5 6* 7* Displays the operation mode position. (Z pg. 19) Appears when taking a Pro Snapshot. (Z pg. 30) 8* 9 0* ! @* # $* %* ^ & * ( ) q w e Appears during recording. Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.
EN CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS 1 2 3 32kHz SOUND1 LP PS 4 (Cont.) 4 6w 7 DEC 25 ’ 98 PM 5 : 30 TC 01 : 28 : 15 – – – – –6– – – – – VOLUME 5 6 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback No. FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 Displays the sound mode. 5 6 7 Displays the date/time. (Z pg. 57) Displays the recording mode of the tape being played back. Appears during playback of scenes recorded in the Progressive Mode. Appears while a tape is running.
EN 83 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, or when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (Z pg. 14) Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. (Z pg. 85) Appears if condensation occurs.
CAUTIONS EN When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas other than the USA n The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit's power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a "Siemens Plug", as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
EN 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. 2. Avoid using the unit . . . ....
EN Declaration of Conformity Model Number : VC-VJ49WU Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : US JVC CORP. Address : 41 Slater Drive, Elmwood Park, N. J. 07407 Telephone Number : (201) 794–3900 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
SPECIFICATIONS EN 87 CAMCORDER General Power Power consumption Format Signal format Video signal recording format Cassette Tape Speed Maximum recording time Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Dimensions Weight : DC 6.3 V (using AC Adapter) (using Battery) DC 7.2 V : 6.3 W (viewfinder on), 8.2 W (LCD monitor on) : DV Format (SD mode) : NTSC Standard : Digital Component Recording : MINI DV Cassette : SP: 18.8 mm/s LP: 12.
EN GLOSSARY OF TERMS Iris Works like the pupil of the human eye. In a well-lit environment, the human pupil contracts to keep too much light from entering. In low lighting, the pupil dilates to allow more light in. Color temperature A measurement in Kelvin degrees which indicates the color contents of a light source; bluish light has a higher color temperature than reddish light.
INDEX EN A Animation ............................................... Z pg. 37 Audio Dubbing ....................................... Z pg. 70 Auto Focus .............................................. Z pg. 47 Auto Shut off ........................................... Z pg. 21 B Battery .................................................... Z pg. 10 Battery Low ............................................. Z pg. 83 Beep/Tally ............................................... Z pg. 37 C Charging ............
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