JVC GR-DV3000 specifications Use, Servicing

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USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

•Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

•Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

2. Product and Cart

Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

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Contents GR-DV3000 Dear Customer It is recommended that youInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsUSE ServicingBefore recording an important scene How To Attach The Lens Cap CD-ROMHow To Detach/Attach The Lens Hood How To Use Audio CablesPower Charging the Battery PackBattery pack Fully charging time About BatteriesUsing the Battery Pack Using AC PowerTo Detach The Battery Pack Playback mode is engaged repeatedlyGrip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings Power Switch Power Lamp Lock ButtonApproximate recording time Tape Recording mode 12 ENLoading/Unloading a Cassette To Protect Valuable RecordingsTo Unload a Memory Card Loading a Memory CardTo Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory Card Operation Mode 14 ENOFF VideoRecording Mode Setting Power Switch Power Lamp Lock Button Menu WheelDisplay Menu ScreenPicture Quality/Image Size Setting 16 ENStorage Capacity Approximate number of storable imagesImage Size Quality SD Memory Card optional 16 MB 32 MB 64 MBTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display 18 ENBasic Recording Recording On Tape To Stop RecordingJournalistic Shooting Interface ShootingSnapshot Mode Selection 20 ENSnapshot For Tape Recording Snapshot RecordingWhen unwanted still images are stored Basic Shooting SnapshotPress Snapshot To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesFeature Zooming 22 ENBasic Recording Recording On Tape And Memory Card ZoomWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape Proper recordingBasic Recording Recording On Tape And Memory Card 24 ENTo obtain correct focus To Control The Speaker Volume Basic Playback Playback From TapeNormal Playback 26 ENAuto Playback Viewing File Information Index PlaybackRemoving On-Screen Display 28 EN For Recording MenuMenu Screen Explanations Wide Mode Manual Wind CUT SystemCinema WideCAM Cancel Reset ExecuteSystem Display Title WVIDEO/MEMORY Switch 32 ENFor Playback Menu Lock Button Menu WheelPlayback Sound Sound Mode 12BIT ModeDisplay Self-Timer 34 ENTo Take a Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode Second RecordingInstead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop  pg this function is not available36 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsTo Deactivate The Selected Effect To activate the Fade-in or Wipe-inFader And Wipe Menu To Deactivate The Selected Mode 38 ENNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsShutter SnowSpotlight TwilightExposure Control 40 ENIris Lock Manual White Balance Operation White Balance AdjustmentTo Return To Automatic White Balance To cancel Navigation Search midway 42 ENNavigation Function To Make Thumbnail Images During Tape RecordingTo ADD Thumbnail Images During Tape Playback To Delete Thumbnail ImagesTo cancel Blank Search midway Power Switch Lock Button Stop Button Menu Wheel44 EN PressSound Effect Mode Selection To cancel recording the sound effect midwayDigital Sound Effects Sound Effect Recording46 EN To Make Video Clips from REAL-TIME Camera ImageApproximate recording time SD Memory Image Size Card 32 MBTo cancel E-Mail Clip Recording To Make Video Clips from Recorded Video FootageAfter , press E-MAILagain or press 5to Stop tape playback To view video clips stored on a memory card48 EN Title SelectionTitle Recording System and press itTo Remove Protection Protecting FilesBefore doing the following, perform steps 1 through 4 above To cancel deletion, select Return 50 ENDeleting Files Delete ScreenMaking a New Folder Initializing a Memory CardFolder and File names You can initialize a memory card anytime52 EN To Reset The SettingTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each To Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of Prints To Reset The No. Of PrintsDisplay Dpof Screen Connections Basic Connections 54 ENVCR If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step 56 EN Connections Advanced ConnectionsUsing The Camcorder As a WebCam This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connectionDubbing To a VCR 58 ENTo use this camcorder as a player Power Switch Connector Cover**To Dubbing From a VCRTo Use This Camcorder As a Recorder To AV Audio/Video cable provided White toTo use this camcorder as a player 60 ENCore filter DV cable optional To DV Button Lock Button Dubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory CardPlay/Pause Button 4/6 Menu Wheel Installing The Batteries 62 ENTab  pg Remote sensorButtons Functions64 EN To allow frame-by-frame search during tape playbackUp Button Left or Slow To change the selected effect, repeat from above To start playback, press PlaySelect Menu SET REMOTE/VCR Code 66 ENVCR Recording deck Make Connections JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorVCR other than above 68 EN Select ScenesDissolve Wipe DoorOn Next Automatic Editing to VCREditing Menu Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing 70 ENFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingInsert Editing Power Switch Lock Button Remote sensorPause Stop Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg 72 ENAudio Dubbing To hear the dubbed sound during playbackAudio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects Display 6e Audio Dub Standby modeWhen recording Out the viewfinder VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set74 EN To VideoLight in the Menu Screen Video  pg76 EN Viewfinder Image color on the LCD Edge of the LCD monitor isBright spots of light red, green or 78 EN Set the VIDEO/MEMORYCheck the section of the manual That explains LCD monitorViewfinder indications Occurred. In this caseCleaning The Camcorder BATT. Release Switch Hatch Lens blower80 EN After UseIndex Jack Box Index Controls, Connectors And Indicators RtyE pg Speaker/Headphone Volume Control Power SwitchDiopter Adjustment Control VIDEO/MEMORY Switch84 EN Index Indications1280 Displays the image sizePhoto Displays the sound mode  pg Displays the Blank Search mode Volume86 EN LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape PlaybackIndications Function 88 EN Using Household AC Plug Adapter 90 EN About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningDeclaration of Conformity Model Number Trade Name92 EN Random Assemble Editing SD Memory CardUnload a Tape WebCamFine 94 ENStandard Phone PrinterVTR USBGR-DV3000
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GR-DV3000 specifications

The JVC GR-DV3000 is a compact digital camcorder that impresses with its advanced features and user-friendly design. Intended for enthusiasts and professionals alike, this model caters to those who are looking for high-quality video capture in a portable format.

One of the standout features of the GR-DV3000 is its MegaPixel CCD image sensor. This technology provides enhanced image clarity and detail, allowing users to capture stunning 640 x 480 resolution still images along with high-quality video. The camcorder supports a variety of recording formats, including Mini DV, ensuring that users can easily transfer their footage to digital platforms for editing or sharing.

A highlight of the GR-DV3000 is its powerful 10x optical zoom lens, which allows for detailed close-up shots without compromising image quality. Coupled with a 700x digital zoom, users can explore further distances while retaining the ability to capture vivid detail. The lens features a fast aperture, making it easier to shoot in low-light conditions—a significant advantage for those shooting in diverse environments.

The camcorder also boasts a 2.5-inch LCD screen that provides clear playback and easy framing of shots. This screen is not only vital for composing your videos but also plays a crucial role during playback, allowing for an immersive viewing experience. Additionally, the GR-DV3000 is equipped with a night vision mode, making it possible to capture video even in near darkness, an essential feature for outdoor and low-light enthusiasts.

Audio quality is another strength of the GR-DV3000, thanks to its built-in stereo microphone and the ability to input external audio sources. This feature is crucial for capturing high-quality sound, whether in interviews or in a bustling outdoor setting.

The camcorder is designed with ease of use in mind, featuring a simple interface that allows for quick access to various settings and options. Its lightweight build makes it portable, perfect for on-the-go shooting, while the durable design ensures longevity—even with regular use.

Overall, the JVC GR-DV3000 combines a range of advanced technologies and user-friendly features, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to create high-quality video content. Whether you're a budding filmmaker or a seasoned professional, this camcorder offers an impressive suite of tools to help you tell your story with clarity and impact.
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