JVC GR-DVL500 specifications EN15, Journalistic Shooting, Self-Recording, Off

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EN15

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.

(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.

 

:

Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

F . AUTO

When the Power Switch is set to

“ ”, “F. AUTO” appears.

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

NOTES:

●When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

●The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder .

●The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

●There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.

●Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover.

●The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

●“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is loaded.

●If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then back to “ ” or “ ”.

●When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording from the middle of a tape” (  pg. 19).

●During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker.

●To turn the tally lamp off during recording,  pg. 22, 23.

●To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording,  pg. 22, 25.

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

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.

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Contents GR-DVL500 GR-DVL300 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerGrounding or Polarization Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Power LinesReplacement Parts AccessoriesCleaning Damage Requiring ServiceMake sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark Safety PrecautionsEditing Cable AC Power Adapter/Charger Remote Control UnitAA-V40U RM-V716U AAA R03 Battery x Shoulder Strap For remote control unitAutomatic Demonstration About Batteries PowerCharging the Battery Pack Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperaturesApproximate recording time Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power To Detach The Battery PackShoulder Strap Attachment Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment 10 ENEN11 Date/Time SettingsLoading/Unloading a Cassette 12 ENDuring playback of a tape recorded on another Recording Mode SettingSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference EN13Load a Cassette  pg Power  pgTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display 14 ENOFF EN15Journalistic Shooting SELF-RECORDINGSnapshot Snapshot Mode SelectionMotor Drive Mode 16 ENEN17 Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T18 EN ZoomWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape EN19Proper recording Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim 20 ENTo obtain correct focus Feature Auto FocusFeature Manual Focus EN21Go to step 22 ENSee pg If you have selected , orEN23 Menu Screen ExplanationsMenu Screen Explanations EN25 To Deactivate The Selected Effect 26 ENFade/Wipe Effects Picture Wipe or Dissolve SelectionFader And Wipe Menu EN27To Deactivate The Selected Mode 28 ENProgram AE With Special Effects Exposure Control Iris LockEN29 To Change The Tint For Recording White Balance Adjustment30 EN To Return To Automatic White BalancePlayback Zoom and Playback Special Effects To Control The Speaker VolumeAvailable only with the remote control provided  pg EN3132 EN Playback Sound DisplayEN33 VCR 34 ENIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step EN35To monitor the picture and sound from 36 EN Connection To a Personal ComputerDate/time information cannot be captured into the PC Connection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV Connector EN37Make sure all units are turned off YTU94146A S-Video cable 38 ENDubbing To a VCR Core filter reduces interferenceMake sure the camcorder’s power is off EN39To use this camcorder as a player Installing The Batteries Re-attach the battery compartment cover40 EN EN41 42 EN Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Frame-By-Frame Playback Feature Playback ZoomFeature Playback Special Effects EN43To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image SET REMOTE/VCR Code VCR Code List44 EN Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditVCR other than above JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorEN45 Make ConnectionsSelect Scenes 46 ENAutomatic Editing to VCR EN47Recording deck 48 ENFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingEN49 Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingSound is not heard from the speaker during Audio Dubbing 50 ENAudio Dubbing To hear the dubbed sound during playbackEN51 Insert EditingReplace with new cassette Clean the lens and check52 EN Corrective ActionEN53 54 EN TroubleshootingAngle of the LCD monitor When the LCD monitorsEN55 LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink56 EN EN57 Cleaning The Camcorder 58 ENAfter Use LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording EN59Indications Function LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackUnit in Safeguard DUB ErrorRecording Check TAPE’S Erase Protection Switch Insert Error Tape Check TAPE’S Erase Protection Switch Copying Failed345 6 7 # $ % 62 ENEN63 To avoid hazards To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTemperature Range Specifications 64 ENEN65 66 EN Icons  pg EN67 pg , 9 Date/Time Display  pg , 32 pg , 25, 32 68 ENEN69 For GeneralFor Digital Video Camera 70 EN For ConnectorsMEMOEN71 GR-DVL300
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