JVC GR-DVL1020 Operation Mode, Journalistic Shooting, Self-Recording, Power Switch Position

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Self-

Recording

To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

	Power Switch
Power lamp	MANUAL
	AUTO

Lock Button OFF

PLAY

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only; open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)

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JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch (GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only).

Power Switch Position

MANUAL	:

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.

AUTO	(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

•Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape to a computer (GR-DVL320 only).

•Allows you to access data stored on the memory card or to transfer a still image stored on the memory card to a computer (GR-DVL1020/DVL820/

DVL520 only).

When the Power Switch is set to “			AUTO	”, “ ” appears.

When set to “	MANUAL	” or “PLAY”, there is no indication.

(GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only)

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When the Power Switch is set to “ AUTO ” or “ MANUAL ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”, the currently selected image size appears. When set to “VIDEO”, there is no indication.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position (GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only)

VIDEO:

•Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape.

If “REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” in the DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well.

•Zoom magnification over 10X is available (☞ pg. 18, 47).

MEMORY:

Allows you to record on a memory card or access data stored on a memory card.

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Contents GR-DVL1020 GR-DVL820 GR-DVL520 GR-DVL320 Zooming Unload a TapeWebCam See previous page as wellDear Customer It is recommended that youPage Before recording an important scene BN-V408U How To Attach The Lens CapAC Adapter AP-V10EG or Both plugs have 1 ring around the pinHow To Attach The Core Filter Set the Power Switch toWhile pressing down Getting Started Battery pack Charging time PowerCharging the Battery Pack To Detach The Battery PackApproximate recording time GR-DVL520/DVL320 Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Approximate recording time GR-DVL1020/DVL82010 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentLock Button Display Date/Time SettingsMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Display MenuApproximate recording time Tape Recording mode 12 ENLoading/Unloading a Cassette SP mode Recording Mode SettingSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference Audio Dubbing pg and Insert EditingPicture Quality/Image Size Setting Loading a Memory CardTo Unload a Memory Card Tape Recording Basic Recording To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display16 EN To Stop RecordingVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only Operation ModePower Switch Position Journalistic ShootingZoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T18 EN Zoom OutTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the lightTime Code When a blank portion is recorded on a tape20 EN Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Normal Playback22 EN ConnectionsIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step Date/Time Set DATE/TIME to AUTO, on or OFF Menu Screen pgBlank Search To cancel Blank Search midway24 EN PressMemory Card Recording Playback 26 EN Basic Shooting SnapshotTo Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory Card To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesTo Remove The Shutter Sound Approximate Number of Storable Images GR-DVL520If you are viewing an Image file 28 ENAuto Playback If you are viewing an E-MAIL Clip fileIndex Playback Viewing File InformationRemoving On-Screen Display To Remove Protection 30 ENProtecting Files Stored file is displayedDeleting Files Delete ScreenLock Button Display Menu Screen 32 ENDubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory Card Play/Pause Button 4/6 Stop Button MENU/BRIGHT WheelTo Make Video Clips from Recorded Video Footage To cancel E-Mail Clip RecordingTo Make Video Clips from REAL-TIME Camera Image To view video clips stored on a memory cardTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each To Reset The Setting34 EN Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appearsTo Reset The No. Of Prints To Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of PrintsFast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button Initialising a Memory Card 36 ENMaking a New Folder Folder and File namesAdvanced Features Night-Scope To Deactivate The Selected Mode38 EN To Deactivate Night-ScopeGives recorded scenes a strobe effect Sports Variable Shutter Speed 1/250 1/4000Makes evening scenes look more natural Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshotsFade/Wipe Effects Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Button40 EN To Deactivate The Selected EffectFader And Wipe Menu Menu Effect42 EN Snapshot Mode SelectionSwitch to Snapshot For Tape RecordingFocus detection zone While focusing on a nearer subjectTo obtain correct focus Subject44 EN Exposure ControlIris Lock White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance OperationTo Return To Automatic White Balance See pg 46 ENFor Recording Menu If you have selected Camera MANUAL, SYSTEM, Display or10X Factory-presetMenu Screen Explanations 40XNormal screen ratio Screen ratio becomes Appears. When using this mode, referFrom 01 to 99. Factory setting is Screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 169 movieTo VIDEO, still images are recorded only onto the tape Refer to Picture Quality/Image Size Setting pgGR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only Camera Menu is also applicable to memory card recording50 EN For Playback MenuPlayback Sound DisplayDubbing To Or From a VCR Connector cover Power Switch To AV Audio/Video52 EN Video cable Optional White to Audio Or OUT Yellow to Red toTo DV Core filter To use this camcorder as a playerPress 4 to play back the source tape Core filter To DVInstalling The Batteries 54 ENWith the camcorder’s Power Switch Switch set to the camera Set to PlayTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image 56 ENTo allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback Select MenuFeature Playback Zoom 58 EN SET REMOTE/VCR CodeVCR Recording deck Make Connections Connect the editing cable to the Remote Pause connectorConnect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT Connector Also refer to pgRandom Assemble Editing Menu appears 60 ENSelect Scenes Editing MenuAutomatic Editing to VCR For More Accurate Editing Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing62 EN Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingTo hear the dubbed sound during playback Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen pgAudio Dubbing DUB64 EN Insert EditingFor GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 Owners Using USB or PC connection cableUsing DV cable To PC RS-232C66 EN This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connectionReferences About Batteries Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures68 EN Benefits Of Lithium-Ion BatteriesTape END appears Or OFFTo Memory For Memory Card Recording10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700X 70 ENFind a white subject and compose Video pgWhite Balance cannot be Sepia or Monotone mode is Activated Setting White Balance pg When shooting a subject72 EN This is normal Power Switch is set to AutoSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to Memory Rear of the LCD monitor is hotTimes, please consult your nearest Indication remains even thoughYou repeat the above two or three JVC dealerCleaning The Camcorder 74 ENAfter Use To avoid hazards To prevent damage and prolong service lifeUse only the following batteries AAA R03 size x Do not burn76 EN About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioning78 EN Compression system Power requirementStorage media File sizeIndex Controls, Connectors And Indicators 80 ENVideo Light Switch OPEN/EJECT SwitchPower Switch DC Input Connector Digital Video Connector1024 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effectAppears when Night-Scope is engaged. pg # @LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback Volume84 EN Index IndicationsIndications 86 EN Fade-In/Out Darken The LCD MonitorMail Clip Recording Gain Up