JVC GR-DVL257 Using the Battery Pack, Using AC Power, About Batteries, Approximate recording time

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ATTENTION:

Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.

NOTES:

●Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

•The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

●Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

INFORMATION:

EN9

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK” ( pg. 8).

Approximate recording time

Battery pack

LCD monitor on

Viewfinder on

 

 

 

BN-V408U

1 hr.

1 hr. 15 min.

 

(35 min.)

(40 min.)

BN-V416U

2 hrs.

2 hrs. 30 min.

(optional)

(1 hr. 10 min.)

(1 hr. 20 min.)

BN-V428U

3 hrs. 30 min.

4 hrs. 20 min.

(optional)

(2 hrs.)

(2 hrs. 20 min.)

BN-V840U

5 hrs.

6 hrs. 15 min.

(optional)

(2 hrs. 55 min.)

(3 hrs. 20 min.)

BN-V856U

7 hrs.

8 hrs. 40 min.

(optional)

(4 hrs.)

(4 hrs. 40 min.)

 

 

 

( ) : when the video light is on

The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger: VU-V840 KIT : BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger

VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using.

Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be charged by using the AC Adapter provided with this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U battery pack and only AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/ Charger for BN-V856U battery pack. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder.

AC Adapter

To AC outlet

To DC

 

connector

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●For other notes,  pg. 71.

Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.

WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.

(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does not come in direct contact with it.)

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Contents GR-DVL557 GR-DVL555 GR-DVL357 GR-DVL355 GR-DVL257 GR-DVL150 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerUnit, first firmly AC Adapter untilSome 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 sceneRM-V717U Power CordUnit Shoulder Strap Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter How To Attach The Core FilterGetting Started ContentsCharging the Battery Pack PowerTo Detach The Battery Pack Slide BAT. Release and pull out the battery packUsing AC Power Using the Battery PackAbout Batteries Approximate recording timeViewfinder Adjustment Grip Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button Power Switch Date/Time SettingsEN11 Display12 EN Cassette holder cover OPEN/EJECT SwitchLoading/Unloading a Cassette HolderRecording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preferenceEN13 Loading a Memory Card Picture Quality Mode SettingGR-DVL557/DVL555/DVL357/DVL355 only To Unload a Memory CardVideo Recording Playback Video Recording & Playback16 EN To Adjust The Brightness Of The DisplayVideo Recording Basic RecordingEN17 Operation ModeJournalistic Shooting SELF-RECORDING18 EN Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards TZoom Zoom OutTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Feature Video LightEN19 Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required20 EN When a blank portion is recorded on a tapeTime Code Proper recordingVideo Playback To Control The Speaker VolumeNormal Playback EN2122 EN If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connectorConnections Use the provided Cable AdapterEN23 If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step24 EN To cancel Blank Search midwayBlank Search Press Blank SearchDigital Still Camera C. Recording Playback 26 EN Snapshot Mode SelectionBasic Shooting Snapshot Snapshot RecordingWhen you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set When unwanted still images are stored in the memoryEN27 To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesPower Switch to 28 ENAuto Playback Index Screen Index PlaybackEN29 Jump Playback 30 ENMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Jump Button Display 10 / 50 Total number ImagesEN31 Protecting ImagesTo Protect AN Image To Remove ProtectionDeleting Images 32 ENTo Delete the Displayed Image To Select AN Image by BrowsingEN33 To Delete ALL ImagesBefore doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg To Reset The Setting 34 ENTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each EN35 To Reset The No. Of PrintsTo Print by Selecting Still Images and NO. of Prints Dpof Screen36 EN Initialising a Memory CardYou can initialise a memory card anytime For Recording Advanced FeaturesFor Recording 38 ENNight-Scope Programme AE With Special EffectsGives recorded scenes a strobe effect EN39Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots Slow Slow ShutterFade/Wipe Effects 40 ENFADE/WIPE Selection Picture Wipe or Dissolve SelectionEN41 Fader And Wipe MenuMenu Effect Snapshot For Video Recording 42 ENSnapshot Button Display Menu ScreenFeature Manual Focus Feature Auto FocusEN43 To obtain correct focus44 EN Exposure ControlIris Lock Manual White Balance Operation White Balance AdjustmentEN45 To Return To Automatic White BalanceFor Recording Menu EN Using Menus for Detailed AdjustmentIf you have selected WIPE/FADER Program AE or W. Balance See pgMenu Screen Explanations EN47Factory setting is Recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect  pgActivates the shutter sound effect  pg EN49 For Playback Menu Display EN51Playback Sound Dubbing 52 ENDubbing To a VCR To use this camcorder as a playerEN53 Camcorder’s Power Switch to while pressing54 EN VIDEO/DSC Switch GR-DVL557/DVL357onlyTo while pressing down the Lock Button To DV Core filter Lock ButtonEN55 Dubbing Images Stored In a Memory CardDubbing Images Recorded On a Tape To a 56 ENImages can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card Memory Card GR-DVL557/DVL555/DVL357/DVL355 onlyInstalling The Batteries Using the Remote Control UnitEN57 Tab58 EN Feature Frame-By-Frame Playback Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Playback Special Effects EN5960 EN Feature Playback ZoomPress Play 4 to find the scene of interest Down SHIFT, press Left, Right, UpEN61 SET REMOTE/VCR CodeVCR Recording deck 62 EN JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorMake Connections VCR other than aboveEN63 Select ScenesEditing Menu Automatic Editing to VCR 64 ENFor More Accurate Editing Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingEN65 Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingSpeaker 6e Audio Dub Standby mode Power Switch Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg66 EN Audio DubbingLock Button Power Switch Display Remote sensor Insert EditingEN67 AUsing USB or PC connection cable Using DV cableUsing DV cable Set the VIDEO/DSC switch to DSCPower Switch To DV Core filter DV cable optional Connector Connection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV ConnectorEN69 Digital PrinterReferences 70 ENCassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight,EN71  pgCorrective Action 72 ENEN73 74 EN TroubleshootingEN75 76 EN After Use Cleaning The Camcorder User MaintenanceTurn off the camcorder Press Push Here to close the cassette holder5 6 78 ENEN79 80 EN Appears and blinks during shooting.  pgStandard in order of quality EN81 Level indicator moves Displays the date Displays the sound modeLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback Bright Displays the brightness of the LCDIndications Function EN83 pg Switch is set toPossible Appears, the memory card is corruptedTo prevent damage and prolong service life EN85To avoid hazards 86 EN To protect the unit, do not EN87About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningTerms 88 ENTime Code  pg , 49, 50 EN8990 EN For GeneralFor Digital Video Camera EN91 For Connectors0101HOV*UN*VP
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