ENGLISH CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 7 GETTING STARTED 8 ­ 17 BASIC RECORDING 18 ­ 24 Recording On Tape ............................... 18 Recording On Memory Card ................... 21 Recording On Tape And Memory Card ...... 22 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA BASIC PLAYBACK 25 ­ 27 GR-DV3000 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ Playback From Tape .............................. 25 Playback From Memory Card .................. 26 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ADVANCED FEATURES CONNECTIONS 28 ­ 33 34 ­ 53 54 ­ 57 Basic Connections ................................ 54 Advanced Connections .......................... 56 DUBBING 58 ­ 61 Dubbing To A VCR ................................ 58 Dubbing From A VCR ............................ 59 Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector ............. 60 Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card ............... 61 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 62 ­ 73 Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback and Playback Zoom ............... 64 Playback Special Effects ........................ 65 Random Assemble Editing ..................... 66 For More Accurate Editing ...................... 70 Insert Editing ....................................... 71 Audio Dubbing ..................................... 72 TROUBLESHOOTING USER MAINTENANCE INDEX 74 ­ 79 80 81 ­ 88 INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. Jack Box ............................................ 81 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 82 Indications ......................................... 84 CAUTIONS TERMS SPECIFICATIONS 89 ­ 91 92 ­ 93 94 ­ 95 LYT0884-001B EN 2 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 on the cover page. · 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 . . . ..... refer to the Index ( pgs. 81 ­ 88) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. ..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 before use. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NOTES: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION: The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom. This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSCtype color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/ viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BNV408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.) The AA-V40U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 V ­ 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz in other countries. CAUTION (applies to the AA-V40U) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION (s'applique à l'AA-V40U) POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Caution: (applies to Jack Box) To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person. EN 3 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. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference. INSTALLATION 1. Grounding or Polarization A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. 2. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 2. Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 3. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 3. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 4. Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H) NEC ­ NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. · Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. · Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT 6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 4 EN USE 1. Accessories 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. · Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets. SERVICING 1. Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 2. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for service. 2. Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 3. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water--for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. 4. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 3. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the s ...