JVC Camcorder GR DVL 200 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-DVL200  
CONNECTIONS  
40 – 43  
Basic Connections .............................. 40  
Advanced Connections ......................... 42  
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DUBBING  
44 – 47  
Dubbing To A VCR ............................. 44  
Dubbing To A Video Unit  
Equipped With A DV Connector ............ 45  
Dubbing Images Stored In  
The Built-in Memory To A Tape ............ 46  
Dubbing Images Recorded On A Tape To  
The Built-in Memory ......................... 47  
USING THE REMOTE  
CONTROL UNIT  
48 – 58  
Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame  
Playback and Playback Zoom .............. 50  
Playback Special Effects ...................... 51  
Random Assemble Editing .................... 52  
For More Accurate Editing .................... 56  
Audio Dubbing .................................. 58  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
USER MAINTENANCE  
INDEX  
59 – 64  
65  
66 – 72  
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ........ 66  
Indications ...................................... 68  
The camcorder illustrations appearing in this  
instruction manual are of the GR-DVL200EG.  
CAUTIONS  
TERMS  
73 – 75  
76 – 77  
78 – 79  
SPECIFICATIONS  
INSTRUCTIONS  
LYT0583-001A  
 
EN  
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.  
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.  
DO  
DO  
read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.  
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 manufacturers  
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.  
consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your  
equipment.  
DO  
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  
manufacturers 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!  
 
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
4
EN  
AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V40EG  
or AA-V40EK  
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  
Lens Cap  
(Already attached  
to the camcorder)  
Core Filter x 1  
(GR-DVL200EG only)  
(for optional S-Video cable)  
PC Connection Cable  
DC Cord  
Editing Cable  
S-Video Cable  
(GR-DVL200EK only)  
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  
GR-DVL200EG Owners:  
How To Attach The Core Filter  
Attach the provided Core Filter to an optional S-Video cable. The Core Filter reduces interference.  
1
2
3
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.  
When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.  
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION  
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel  
Automatic Demonstration takes place when  
DEMO. MODEis 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 per-  
formed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstra-  
tion will resume.  
DEMO. MODEremains ONeven if the camcorder  
power is turned off.  
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  
modes Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through  
the Menu Screen). Rotate MENU/BRIGHT to select  
OFFand 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-DVL200EG only