JVC GR-DVL30 Scene transition does not, Mode is set to OFF, Fade-In or Fade-Out is, Progress

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CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

 

16. Scene transition does not

16. •When using “Picture Wipe/

16.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

go as expected.

Dissolve” (pg. 22), there

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

is a delay of a fraction of a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

second between the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

previous record stop-point

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and the Dissolve start-point.

 

 

————

 

 

 

This is normal, but this slight

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

delay becomes especially

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

noticeable when shooting a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fast-moving subject or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

during rapid panning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17. The Video Echo mode

17. •The Picture Wipe or

17. •Make sure the Squeeze

 

 

does not work.

Dissolve functions are in use.

 

mode is set to “OFF”

 

 

 

•The Squeeze mode is selected

 

(pg. 18, 19).

 

 

 

in the Mode Menu.

 

•Do not try to use the Video

 

 

 

•A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in

 

Echo mode during a Fade-In

 

 

 

progress.

 

or Fade-Out (pg. 24).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18. Even when Slow Shutter is

18. •When shooting in the dark,

18. •If you want the lighting to

 

 

not selected, the image

the unit becomes highly

 

look more natural, set GAIN

 

 

looks like it is activated.

sensitive to light and the

 

UP to “AGC” or “OFF” in

 

 

 

image takes on an effect

 

the Mode Menu (pg. 18,

 

 

 

similar to Slow Shutter.

19).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

19. There is no strobe when

19. •The Picture Wipe or

19. •Do not try to use the Classic

 

 

the Classic Film or Strobe

Dissolve function is in use.

 

Film or Strobe mode during

 

 

mode is activated.

 

 

a scene transition

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 24).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20. White Balance cannot be

20. •The Sepia or Monotone

20. •Turn off Sepia or Monotone

 

 

activated.

mode is activated.

 

before setting White

 

 

 

 

 

Balance (pg. 24).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

21. When shooting a subject

21. •This is a result of exceed-

21.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

illuminated by bright light,

ingly high contrast, and is

 

 

————

 

 

vertical lines appear.

not a malfunction.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22. When the screen is under

22. •This is not a malfunction.

22.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

direct sunlight during

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

shooting, the screen

 

 

 

————

 

 

becomes red or black for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

an instant.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23. During recording, the date/

23. •“DISPLAY” is set to “OFF” in

23. •Set “DISPLAY” to “ON” in

 

 

time does not appear.

the Date/Time Menu.

 

the Date/Time Menu

 

 

 

•Self-Recording is performed.

 

(pg. 21).

 

 

 

 

 

•During Self-Recording, the

 

 

 

 

 

date/time does not appear

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 13).

 

 

 

 

 

•Set “INDICATION” to “ON”

 

 

 

 

 

in the Date/Time Menu

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 21).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24. The indicators and

24. •“ON SCREEN” is set to

24. •Set “ON SCREEN” to “ON”

 

 

messages do not appear.

“OFF” in the Date/Time

 

in the Date/Time Menu

 

 

 

Menu.

 

(pg. 21).

 

 

 

•You have made the

 

•Set “INDICATION” to “ON”

 

 

 

indicators disappear.

 

in the Date/Time Menu

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 21).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents GR-DVL40 GR-DVL30 GR-DVL20 Dear Customer It is recommended that youConnection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Above ALL EN3Safety Precautions How to Attach The Core Filter Lithium Battery CR2025 for remote control unit Battery PackRelease About Batteries PowerCharging the Battery Pack Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperaturesEN7 Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power To Detach The Battery PackBuilt-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery Date/Time SettingsEN9 Loading/Unloading a CassetteEN Getting Started Recording Mode SettingTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentShooting While Watching Viewfinder To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display12 EN Basic RecordingSELF-RECORDING Power Switch PositionEN13 Journalistic ShootingZoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards TSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards W 14 ENSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required Feature Video Light GR-DVL40/ DVL30 onlyTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim EN15Shooting When a blank portion is recorded on a tape16 EN Proper recordingSnapshot Recording Recording Advanced FeaturesMotor Drive Mode SnapshotUsing Menus For Detailed Adjustment Advanced FeaturesMode Menu Explanations Recording Menu ExplanationsOn Next Factory preset Date/Time Menu ExplanationsSystem Menu Explanations Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 4 above LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsIf you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recording 22 ENFade/Wipe Effects Picture Wipe or Dissolve SelectionEN23 Fader And Wipe MenuMenu Programme AE With Special Effects 24 ENManual Focus FocusingEN25 Auto Focus26 EN Exposure ControlTo Return To Automatic Exposure Control To Return To Automatic Iris Control Iris LockEN27 IrisTo Change The Tint For Recording White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Return To Automatic White BalanceBasic Playback Load a tape pg Set the Power Switch toTo Control The Speaker Volume Available only with the RM-V711U remote control provided pgPlayback Menu allows you to set the following functions Playback MenuTime Code Displaying The Time Code During Playback Playback SoundDisplay Displaying the Date During Playback EN31Basic Connections 32 ENEN33 If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to stepConnection To a Personal Computer When connecting cables, open this cover34 EN Playback Advanced ConnectionsConnection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV Connector EN35Make sure all units are turned off Tape Dubbing Connect when the S-Video cable is not usedSet the Power Switch back to 36 ENEN37 Digital Dubbing38EN Installing The BatteryFunctions Buttons EN39Feature Slow-Motion Playback Feature Frame-By-Frame PlaybackFeature Playback Zoom Feature Playback Special Effects EN41To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as42 EN SET REMOTE/VCR CodeSelect Scenes JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorEN43 Make ConnectionsSelect Scenes 44 ENEN45 Automatic Editing to VCRNot start editing Recording deck 46 ENFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingEN47 Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingAudio Dubbing 48 ENBright EN49Corrective Action Tape END appears Position except50 EN Scene transition does not Mode is set to OFFEven when Slow Shutter is Indicators disappear Date/Time Menu52 EN Corrective Action Cleaning The Camcorder After UseTurn off the camcorder Do not burn To prevent damage and prolong service lifeEN55 To avoid hazard56 EN EN57 About moisture condensationSerious malfunctioning E 0 Q 9 W 58ENEN59 Function Displays the operation mode position60 EN IndicationsFunction LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackEN61 Indications Function62 EN EN63 AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V20EG or AA-V20EKConnectors CamcorderGR-DVL20

GR-DVL30 specifications

The JVC GR-DVL30 is a compact digital video camcorder that was introduced in the early 2000s, aimed at both amateur filmmakers and enthusiasts who wanted to capture high-quality videos with ease. This camcorder offers a blend of advanced features, intuitive design, and innovative technology, making it a popular choice for users seeking portability without compromising video quality.

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