JVC GR-DVL30 EN7, Using the Battery Pack, Using AC Power, To Detach The Battery Pack, Information

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BATTERY RELEASE Switch

B Push in.

A Hook on.

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.

To DC IN connector

Core filter

AC Power Adapter/Charger

AA-V20EG or AA-V20EK

To AC outlet

DC cord

EN7

USING THE BATTERY PACK

1 Hook the non-terminal end of the battery pack to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place .

•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

Battery pack

LCD monitor on/

LCD monitor off/

STARTED

Approximate recording time

 

 

 

Viewfinder off

Viewfinder on

GETTING

 

 

 

BN-V207U

50 min.

60 min.

 

 

(25 min.)

(30 min.)

 

 

 

 

 

BN-V214U

1 hr. 55 min.

2 hrs. 20 min.

 

(optional)

(60 min.)

(1 hr. 10 min.)

 

 

 

 

 

BN-V856U

7 hrs.

8 hrs. 30 min.

 

(optional)

(4 hrs.)

(4 hrs. 30 min.)

 

 

 

 

 

( ) : when the video light is on (GR-DVL40/DVL30 only).

NOTES:

Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

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

INFORMATION:

VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/ Charger.

Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals before using. It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/ Charger.

USING AC POWER

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

NOTES:

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

For other notes, pg. 6.

To DC OUT connector

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Contents GR-DVL40 GR-DVL30 GR-DVL20 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerConnection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Above ALL EN3Safety Precautions Lithium Battery CR2025 for remote control unit Battery Pack How to Attach The Core FilterRelease 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 FeaturesRecording Menu Explanations Mode Menu ExplanationsOn Next Date/Time Menu Explanations Factory presetSystem 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 SelectionFader And Wipe Menu EN23Menu Programme AE With Special Effects 24 ENManual Focus FocusingEN25 Auto FocusExposure Control 26 ENTo 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 ConnectionsEN35 Connection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV ConnectorMake 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 Frame-By-Frame Playback Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Playback Zoom EN41 Feature Playback Special EffectsTo 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 ENAutomatic Editing to VCR EN45Not 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 After Use Cleaning The CamcorderTurn off the camcorder Do not burn To prevent damage and prolong service lifeEN55 To avoid hazard56 EN About moisture condensation EN57Serious 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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