ENGLISH CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5 GETTING STARTED 6 ­ 15 RECORDING 16 ­ 43 16 20 22 24 Basic Recording For Video .................... Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera (D.S.C.) ................ Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. ...... Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. ............................. DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA PLAYBACK 44 ­ 57 44 46 48 50 GR-DVL9800 GR-DVL9700 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 Basic Playback For Video ..................... Advanced Features For Video ................ Basic Playback For D.S.C. ..................... Advanced Features For D.S.C. ............... CONNECTIONS 58 ­ 61 Basic Connections .............................. 58 Advanced Connections ......................... 60 DUBBING 62 ­ 67 62 64 66 67 Dubbing Images/Sounds Recorded On A Tape To Another Tape ................. Digital Dubbing Of Recorded Images/Sounds Between Tapes ........... Dubbing Images Stored In A MultiMediaCard To A Tape .................. Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To A MultiMediaCard ........... USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 68 ­ 78 70 71 72 76 78 Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback and Playback Zoom .............. Playback Special Effects ...................... Random Assemble Editing .................... For More Accurate Editing .................... Audio Dubbing .................................. TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX 79 ­ 85 86 ­ 91 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 86 Indications ...................................... 88 USER MAINTENANCE CAUTIONS TERMS SPECIFICATIONS 92 93 ­ 95 96 ­ 97 98 ­ 99 INSTRUCTIONS LYT0512-001A 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. 86 ­ 91) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. .... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 93 ­ 95 before use. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet. If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt -- consult a competent electrician. NOTES: 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. EN3 This camcorder is designed to be used with PALtype colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V607U/V615U/V628U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) 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. When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. 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.) This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette and MultiMediaCard. Only " and memory cards marked " " can be used with this unit. cassettes marked " 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.) 4 EN PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ·AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK ·Remote Control Unit RM-V716U ·DC Cord ·Battery Pack BN-V607U ·R03 (AAA) Battery x 2 (for remote control unit) ·Shoulder Strap ·Cleaning Cloth ·MultiMediaCard (4 MB) ·Lens Protector (Already (Already inserted in the camcorder) attached to the camcorder) ·Core Filter (for optional DV cable, GR-DVL9700 only) ·S-Video Cable · Cable Adapter ·JLIP Cable (Both plugs have 3 rings around the pin.) ·Audio/Video Cable (ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug) ·PC Connection Cable ·Core Filter x 2 (for an optional external microphone and headphones) ·CD-ROM The CD ROM contains the following 7 software programs: · JLIP Video Capture · JLIP Video Producer · Picture Navigator (for Windows®) · Picture Navigator (for Macintosh®) Presto! · Mr. Photo · PhotoAlbum · ImageFolio ·Editing Cable (One plug has 3 rings around the pin, and the other has 1 ring around the pin.) ·DV Cable (GR-DVL9800 only) EN5 How To Attach Core Filters Attach the provided Core Filters to an optional DV cable (GR-DVL9700 only), external microphone or headphones. Core Filters reduce interference. 1 2 3 cm 3 Stopper External microphone and headphones: wind once DV cable: wind twice Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration. ·Wind the cable so that it is not slack. NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable. Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut. 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). Available when the Power Switch is set to " " or " " and no cassette is in the camcorder. 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" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to " " and press MENU/BRIGHT twice 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. MENU/BRIGHT Wheel CAME RA ME NU 1R E T URN R E C MOD E SOUND MOD E Z OOM GA I N U P BE E P / T A L L Y QUA L I T Y I D NUMB E R D EMO . MOD E ON OF F S I DE L ED 6 EN GETTING STARTED Power To AC outlet Battery pack BN-V607U, BN-V615U or BN-V628U This camcorder's 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V67EG or AA-V67EK 1 2 3 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. Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Power Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started. 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. POWER indicator DC OUT connector CHARGE indicator Battery pack BN-V607U BN-V615U (optional) BN-V628U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 3 hrs. approx. 3 hrs. 20 min. NOTES: Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack. To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio. If you connect the camcorder's DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops. Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again. If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one. About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. 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 f ...