JVC GR-DVF21, GR-DVF11 specifications Corrective Action

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SYMPTOM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSES

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

 

33. The LCD monitor

33. •During playback of an

33.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indications are distorted.

 

unrecorded portion, High-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

speed Search and still

 

 

————

 

 

 

 

playback, LCD monitor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indications appear distorted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is not a defect.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

34. Images on the LCD

34. •The speaker volume is too

34. •Turn the speaker volume

 

 

monitor are jittery.

 

great.

 

down (pg. 29).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

35. The LCD monitor, the

35.

 

 

35. •Wipe them gently with a

 

 

viewfinder and the lens

 

 

————

 

soft cloth. Wiping strongly

 

 

have become dirty (ex.

 

 

 

can cause damage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fingerprints).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

36. An unusual mark appears.

36.

 

 

36. •Check the section of the

 

 

 

 

 

————

 

manual that explains LCD

 

 

 

 

 

 

monitor/viewfinder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indications (pg. 60, 61).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

37. An error indication

37. •A malfunction of some kind

37. •Remove the power supply

 

 

(E01 — E06) appears.

 

has occurred. In this case

 

(battery pack, etc.) and wait a

 

 

 

 

the camcorder’s functions

 

few minutes for the indication

 

 

 

 

become unusable.

 

to clear. When it does, you

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

can resume using the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

camcorder. If the indication

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

remains even though you

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

repeat the above two or three

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

times, please consult your

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

nearest JVC dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

38. The charger indicator on

38. •The temperature of the

38. •To protect the battery, it is

 

 

the AC Power Adapter/

 

battery is extremely high/low.

 

recommended to charge it

 

 

Charger does not light.

 

•Charging is difficult in

 

in places with a temperature

 

 

 

 

places subject to extremely

 

of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to

 

 

 

 

high/low temperatures.

 

95°F) (pg. 55).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

39. The recording mode

39. •This occurs when recording

39.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indicator “LP” blinks.

 

in the LP mode is not

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

available. After the indicator

 

 

————

 

 

 

 

blinks, the recording mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

switches to “SP” and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

recording goes on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

40. Picture does not appear on

40. •The lens cap is attached.

40. •Remove the lens cap

 

 

the LCD monitor.

 

• The LCD monitor is not

 

(pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

open at an angle of over 45

 

• Open the LCD monitor to

 

 

 

 

degrees.

 

an angle of over 45 degrees.

 

 

 

 

• The LCD monitor’s

 

• Adjust the brightness of the

 

 

 

 

brightness setting is too

 

LCD monitor (pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

dark.

 

• If the monitor is tilted

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

upward to 180 degrees,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

open it fully (pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

41. When the image is printed

41. •This is not a malfunction.

41. •By recording with “DIS”

 

 

from the printer, a black

 

 

 

 

activated (pg. 19) this

 

 

bar appears at the bottom

 

 

 

 

can be avoided.

 

 

of the screen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

42. When the camcorder is

42. •The DV cable was plugged/

42. •Turn the camcorder’s power

 

 

connected via the DV

 

unplugged with power

 

off and on again, then

 

 

connector, the camcorder

 

turned on.

 

operate it.

 

 

does not operate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents GR-DVF21 GR-DVF11 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerEN3 Cleaning AccessoriesDamage Requiring Service Replacement PartsAA-V20U EN5Charging the Battery Pack PowerSlide the battery in the opposite direction of the arrow Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperaturesUsing AC Power Using the Battery PackTo Detach The Battery Pack EN7Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery Date/Time SettingsEN9 Loading/Unloading a CassettePress Push Open and open the LCD monitor AutomaticallyEN Getting Started Recording Mode SettingViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Tripod Mounting12 EN To Adjust The Brightness Of The DisplayShooting While Watching Viewfinder Rotate MENU/BRIGHT until the brightnessEN13 Power Switch PositionJournalistic Shooting SELF-RECORDINGSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards W Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T14 EN ZoomTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Feature Video Light GR-DVF21 onlyEN15 Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required16 EN When a blank portion is recorded on a tapeProper recording ShootingSnapshot Motor Drive ModeSnapshot Recording If you press during Record-StandbyRotate MENU/BRIGHT until the desired param Using Menus For Detailed AdjustmentOn Next Mode Menu ExplanationsRecording Menu Explanations System Menu Explanations Factory presetDate/Time Menu Explanations Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 4 above LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsFade/Wipe Effects 22 ENPicture Wipe or Dissolve Selection If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recordingFader And Wipe Menu EN23Program AE With Special Effects 24 ENEN25 FocusingAuto Focus Manual FocusTo Return To Automatic Exposure Control 26 ENExposure Control EN27 Iris LockIris To Return To Automatic Iris ControlManual White Balance Operation White Balance AdjustmentTo Return To Automatic White Balance To Change The Tint For RecordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Load a tape pg Set the Power Switch toAvailable only with the RM-V711U remote control pg EN29Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions Playback MenuDisplay Displaying the Date During Playback Playback SoundEN31 Time Code Displaying The Time Code During PlaybackUse optional Video and Audio cables 32 ENUse optional S-Video and Audio cables EN33 If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to stepConnection To a Personal Computer 34 ENMake sure all units are turned off Connection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV ConnectorEN35 36 EN Switch back to Connect when an S-Video cable is not usedTape Dubbing Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modesEN37 Digital Dubbing38EN Installing The BatteryFunctions Buttons EN39Feature Frame-By-Frame Playback Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Playback Zoom 40 ENTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image Feature Playback Special EffectsEN41 42 EN Create edited videos easily using your camcorder asSET REMOTE/VCR Code Press Shift for this oneEN43 JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorMake Connections Select ScenesSelect Scenes 44 ENNot start editing EN45Automatic Editing to VCR For More Accurate Editing 46 ENDiagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER Timing Recording deckEN47 Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingAudio Dubbing 48 ENCorrective Action EN49Tape END appears Position except Bright50 EN Selected the modeMode Menu Use the Picture Wipe Function pg Mode Menu Mode is set to OFFEven when Slow Shutter is Indicators disappear Date/Time Menu52 EN Corrective Action Turn off the camcorder Cleaning The CamcorderAfter Use EN55 Using Household AC Plug Adapter56 EN EN57 E 0 Q 9 W 58ENEN59 60 EN Displays the operation mode positionLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording FunctionEN61 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackIndications Function Function62 EN General ConnectorsEN63 GR-DVF11

GR-DVF21, GR-DVF11 specifications

The JVC GR-DVF11 and GR-DVF21 camcorders represent a fusion of advanced technology and user-friendly features, appealing to both amateur filmmakers and seasoned videographers. These models, part of JVC's renowned GR series, showcase the brand's commitment to high-quality video recording and ease of use.

One of the standout features of the GR-DVF11 and GR-DVF21 is their compact design, which makes them highly portable. Weighing less than a traditional camcorder, these models are designed for on-the-go shooting, allowing users to capture life’s moments without the burden of heavy equipment.

Both camcorders come equipped with a high-resolution 16:9 widescreen CCD sensor that ensures stunning image quality. This sensor captures crisp and vibrant colors, making it ideal for shooting in various lighting conditions. The GR-DVF21, in particular, boasts a higher pixel count, further enhancing its capability to deliver exceptionally detailed video.

The JVC GR-DVF11 and GR-DVF21 also leverage advanced digital zoom technology, providing up to 700x zoom capabilities. This feature allows users to capture distant subjects with clarity, making it particularly useful for wildlife filming or events where the subject is far away. The optical zoom feature, essential for maintaining image quality, complements the digital zoom, offering users flexibility in framing their shots.

A unique characteristic of these camcorders is the integration of JVC's Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) technology, which minimizes shaking and enhances video stability. This feature is especially beneficial for handheld shooting, where any unintended movements can spoil the footage. Consequently, users can achieve smoother recordings, even during dynamic filming situations.

Both models include a versatile selection of shooting modes, including a range of preset effects and manual control options. This versatility empowers users to experiment with their video creation, whether they choose to shoot with automatic settings or dive into manual adjustments for greater creative control.

In terms of connectivity, the GR-DVF11 and GR-DVF21 offer multiple interfaces, including USB and FireWire compatibility, allowing for quick and efficient video transfer to computers. This feature streamlines the editing process, making it easy for users to work with their footage right after shooting.

In summary, the JVC GR-DVF11 and GR-DVF21 camcorders combine cutting-edge technology with intuitive features, appealing to a wide range of users. With their compact design, high-resolution sensors, advanced zoom capabilities, and robust stabilization technology, these camcorders are well-suited for capturing high-quality video in diverse shooting conditions. Whether for personal memories or professional projects, they deliver performance that satisfies the demands of modern videography.