CONTENTS ABOUT DV PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED 5 6 8 Charging The Battery Pack ..................... 8 Installing The Battery Pack .................... 9 Indoor Use ..................................... 10 Using The Battery Holder .................... 10 Date/Time Settings ........................... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette .............. 12 Recording Mode Setting ...................... 13 Grip Strap Attachment........................ 14 Tripod Mounting ............................... 15 Dioptre Adjustment ........................... 15 Remote Control Unit .......................... 16 Operation Mode ............................... 17 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVM5 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 RECORDING 18 Basic Recording ................................ 18 Advanced Features ............................ 25 PLAYBACK Basic Playback ................................. Advanced Features ............................ Basic Connections ............................. Advanced Connections ........................ 48 48 50 54 58 EDITING Dubbing ......................................... Digital Dubbing ................................ Brand Setting .................................. Random Assemble Editing .................... For More Accurate Editing .................... Audio Dubbing ................................. 60 60 61 62 63 66 68 TROUBLESHOOTING AFTER USE CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS Camcorder ...................................... AC Charger Station ............................ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording ............................ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback ............................. Warning Indications ........................... 70 75 76 76 78 79 80 81 INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS GLOSSARY OF TERMS INDEX 82 84 86 87 LYT0191-001B 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 ( 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 "Controls, Indications and Connectors" ( pgs. 76 ­ 81) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. .... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 82 and 83 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. 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 Charger Station for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet. 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 nontheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a 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. Warning on lithium cell battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electronic), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. 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. EN CAUTION (applies to the AC Charger Station): TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER­ SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 3 SOME DO'S AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way -- switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws -- to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL -- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case -- this could result in a fatal electrical shock; -- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind -- it is better to be safe than sorry! DO 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 Charger Station is on its bottom. This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V607U or BN-V615U battery pack and, to recharge it, the provided multi-voltage AC Charger Station AA-V60EK. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65. This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked can be used with this unit. Before recording an important scene . . . .... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark. .... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. .... remember that the 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 About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as there is a risk of fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery terminals, or the battery itself, to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. 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. 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 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! Attaching the camcorder to the AC Charger Station, connecting cables (AUDIO/VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Editing, DC) and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but possess a large power capacity. However, when the battery pack becomes cool in an environment subject to cold temperatures (below 10°C), the battery pack has a characteristic that its usage time becomes shorter and may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then reattach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance. (If you're using some kind of heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with the pad.) Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures. ABOUT DV The digital video camera converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording. EN 5 A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and colour signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analogue to Digital) converter samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 6.75 MHz, and changes them to an 8-bit quantum signal. Sound sampled at 48 kHz is changed to a 16-bit quantum signal, and sound sampled at 32 kHz is converted to a 12-bit signal. NOTE: The data recorded on a tape is digital, but the output of the this camcorder is analogue. VIDEO Lens Luminance Signal (Y) Colour Difference Signal (R-Y/B-Y) Chrominance (C) Chromatic Analysis A/D conversion Signal compression A/D conversion Recording by rotating head helical scan AUDIO Mic A/D conversion This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape. Tape direction Sub-Code Area Video Area 5.24 mm ITI Area Audio Area Head tracking direction 12 tracks/frame 1 Sub-Code Area The Time Code and Date/Time data are written here, separate from the video data. This enables you to display the date and time during playback, even if they weren't displayed while recording. 3 Audio Area The digital audio signal is recorded here. 4 ITI (Insert and Tracking Information) Area Insert editing and post-recording editing tracking signals are recorded here. 2 Video Area The digital video signal is recorded here. 6.35 mm 6 EN PROVIDED ACCESSORIES AC Charger Station AA-V60EK or AA-V60EA DC cord Grip/Hand strap Battery pack BN-V607U VIDEO/AUDIO cable (AC Charger Station to TV or VCR, RCA plug 4 RCA plug) VIDEO/AUDIO cable (camcorder to TV or VCR, ø3.5 mini-plug 4 RCA plug) S-VIDEO cable Editing cable (ø3.5 mini-plug, 2 poles) EN 7 T W Remote control unit RM-V712U MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min (DVM-30) M-DV30ME Lithium battery CR2025 (for remote control unit) Cleaning cloth Cable adapter (provided ...