JVC GRDVL140 specifications Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment

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CAUTIONS:

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 JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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. the 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 the 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.)

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 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!

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Contents GR-DVL140 It is recommended that you Unit, first firmlyAC Adapter until Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark Before recording an important sceneCore Filter x Power Cord Cable AdapterLens Cap BN-V408URelease the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter How To Attach The Core FilterGetting Started ContentsSlide BAT. Release and pull out the battery pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack To Detach The Battery PackApproximate recording time Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Perform of Charging the Battery Pack  pgGrip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment10 EN Tripod Mounting Shoulder Strap Attachment12 EN Date/Time SettingsLoading/Unloading a Cassette Camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassetteRecording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference14 EN Basic Recording Playback Basic Recording & Playback16 EN Basic RecordingBasic Recording SELF-RECORDING Operation ModePower Switch Position Manual Journalistic ShootingZoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T18 EN ZoomWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape Time CodeProper recording Basic Load a tape  pg Set the Power Switch toTo Control The Speaker Volume 20 ENTo cancel Blank Search midway Blank SearchPress Blank Search Camcorder If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector22 EN ConnectionsEN23 If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step24 EN Advanced FeaturesTo obtain correct focus Feature Auto FocusFeature Manual Focus For RecordingProgramme AE With Special Effects To Deactivate The Selected Mode26 EN Night-ScopeGives recorded scenes a strobe effect Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshotsSlow Slow Shutter Picture Wipe or Dissolve Selection 28 ENFade/Wipe Effects FADE/WIPE SelectionMenu Effect Fader And Wipe MenuSnapshot Recording Snapshot Mode Selection30 EN SnapshotEN31 32 EN Exposure ControlIris Lock To Change The Tint For Recording White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Return To Automatic White BalanceSystem or Display EN Using Menus for Detailed AdjustmentIf you have selected WIPE/FADER Program AE or W. Balance See pgMenu Screen Explanations Vertically Factory setting isNormal screen ratio Screen ratio becomesAppearing on the connected TV screen Does not reset all settings to the factory-presetResets all settings to the factory-preset Automatic demonstration will not take placeSYSTEM, which appears when Mode SP or LP depending onPower Switch is set to  pg Your preference  pgDisplay Playback Sound40 EN DubbingDubbing To a VCR EN41 Installing The Battery EN Using the Optional Remote Control UnitFunctions Buttons EN43Feature Playback Zoom 44 ENPress Play 4 to find the scene of interest You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing SET REMOTE/VCR CodeVCR Recording deck To press VCR CTL for this oneJVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector Make ConnectionsVCR other than above Select Scenes Cancelled and editing will not take placeAutomatic Editing to VCR Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing For More Accurate EditingDiagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER Timing Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg Audio DubbingTo hear the dubbed sound during playback Using DV cable Using PC connection cable52 EN Connection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV ConnectorReferences When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, Cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply isTime required to calculate and display the remaining tape Replace with new cassette TroubleshootingClean the lens and check Corrective Action56 EN TroubleshootingEN57 58 EN EN59 5 6 @ # $ 60 ENPower Lamp  pg Dioptre Adjustment Control  pg Battery Release SwitchFast-Forward Button  pg Backlight Button @ Power Switch Audio/Video Output Connector  pg , 40LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording 62 ENDisplays the sound mode LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackBright Displays the brightness of the LCD Cleaning cassette  pg Displays the battery remaining powerAppears when no tape is loaded  pg Switch is set to or  pgPress Push Here to close the cassette holder User MaintenanceAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder Turn off the camcorder66 EN Serious malfunctioning Do not leave the unitTo protect the unit, do not About moisture condensationTerms 68 ENTime Code  pg , 37, 38 EN6970 EN DC 11 Power requirementApprox g not including Power Cord AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 HzGR-DVL140