JVC GR-DVL155 specifications 66 EN, Indications

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Warning Indications

Indications

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED USE

CLEANING CASSETTE

CONDENSATION

OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

TAPE!

TAPE END

DIFFERENT

FORMATTED TAPE

SET DATE/TIME!

LENS COVER

A. DUB ERROR!

A. DUB ERROR!

<CANNOT DUB

ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>

<CANNOT DUB

ON A 16BIT

RECORDING>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB>

INSERT ERROR!

INSERT ERROR!

<CANNOT EDIT

ON A LP RECORDED TAPE>

<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE

PROTECTION TAB>

E01, E02 or E06

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY

E03 or E04

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD

MODE EJECT AND

REINSERT TAPE

INDEX Indications (cont.)

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.( pg. 12)

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

( pg. 12)

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording or playback.

( pg. 59)

Use an optional cleaning cassette.

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAP-

SHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

” or “

MANUAL

”.

 

 

 

Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback.

 

( pg. 52)

Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.

Appears when the date/time is not set.

( pg. 11)

Appears when the built-in clock battery runs out and the previously set date/time is erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.

( pg. 48)

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

( pg. 48)

Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit audio.

( pg. 48)

Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection

tab is set to “SAVE”.

( pg. 48)

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.

( pg. 49)

Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode.

 

( pg. 49)

Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase

protection tab is set to “SAVE”.

( pg. 49)

The error indications (E01, E02 or E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The error indications (E03 or E04) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

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Contents GR-DVL155 Dear Customer It is recommended that youPage Before recording an important scene Provided Accessories How To Attach The Lens CapHow To Attach The Core Filter While pressing downGetting Started Battery pack Charging time PowerCharging the Battery Pack To Detach The Battery PackAbout Batteries Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Approximate recording time10 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings Set the Power Switch toApproximate recording time Tape Recording mode 12 ENLoading/Unloading a Cassette Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference14 EN Basic Recording Remove the lens cap Set the Power Switch toTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display To Stop Recording16 EN Operation ModePower Switch Position Journalistic ShootingSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T ZoomZoom Out Time Code When a blank portion is recorded on a tape18 EN Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Normal PlaybackVCR 20 ENConnections CamcorderIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TVBlank Search To cancel Blank Search midway22 EN PressAdvanced Features Night-Scope To Deactivate The Selected Mode24 EN To Deactivate Night-ScopeSpotlight ShutterSnow Twilight26 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsTo Deactivate The Selected Effect Fader And Wipe Menu Snapshot Snapshot Mode Selection28 EN Snapshot RecordingFeature Auto Focus To obtain correct focus30 EN Exposure ControlIris Lock Cloud White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation HalogenWIPE/FADER 32 ENFor Recording Menu Program AEMenu Screen Explanations Wide OFF Manual System Tele OFFMacro CinemaSystem Display Demo OFF CAM CancelReset Execute LCDFollowing procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp  pg 36 ENFor Playback Menu Sound Mode Playback SoundDisplay 38 EN Dubbing To a VCRTo use this camcorder as a player Using the Optional Remote Control Unit 40 ENButtons Functions This function is unavailable with this camcorderUsing the Optional Remote Control Unit 42 ENSET REMOTE/VCR Code VCR Recording deckThis one 44 EN Connect the editing cable to the Remote Pause connectorConnect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT Connector Make ConnectionsSelect Scenes 46 EN Automatic Editing to VCRAdjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing For More Accurate EditingDiagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER Timing Audio Dubbing Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg48 EN To hear the dubbed sound during playbackInsert Editing Using PC connection cable Using DV cable50 EN References 52 EN Cold, charging may be incompleteSepia or Monotone mode is  pg Activated Used  pg Colour of SnapshotFind a white subject and compose 54 EN Turn the speaker volume down Or set the Power Switch to OFFIndicators Rear of the LCD monitor56 EN Cleaning The Camcorder After Use58 EN Dirty heads can cause the following problems For safety, do notAvoid using the unit Do not leave the unit60 EN Audio output Power requirementVideo Output JlipIndex Controls, Connectors And Indicators 62 ENDC Input Connector  pg Digital Video Connector DV OUT OPEN/EJECT Switch  pgPower Switch LCD Monitor Bright Brightness  pg64 EN Appears when the Power Switch is set to pg Appears when Night-Scope is engaged Index IndicationsVolume Displays the sound modeLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback 66 EN IndicationsDarken The LCD Monitor Backlight CompensationChannels Left/Right Erase ProtectionPg , 35 Unload a TapeWhite Balance

GR-DVL155 specifications

The JVC GR-DVL155 is a compact mini DV camcorder that gained popularity in the early 2000s for its innovative features and ease of use. Designed with both amateur and novice videographers in mind, the GR-DVL155 is lightweight and portable, making it an excellent choice for capturing life's memorable moments on the go.

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