JVC GR-DVL720 Operation Mode, Journalistic Shooting, Self-Recording, Power Switch Position

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Self-

Recording

To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

	Power Switch
Power lamp	MANUAL
	AUTO
Lock Button	OFF
	PLAY

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (GR-DVL720/DVL520 only; open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)

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JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch (GR-DVL720/DVL520 only).

Power Switch Position

MANUAL	:

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.

AUTO	(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

•Allows you to transfer a still image recorded on the tape to a computer (GR-DVL320 only).

•Allows you to access data stored on the memory card or to transfer a still image stored on the memory card to a computer (GR-DVL720/DVL520

only).

When the Power Switch is set to “			AUTO	”, “ ”
appears. When set to “	MANUAL	” or “PLAY”, there is
no indication.
(GR-DVL720/DVL520 only)
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When the Power Switch is set to “			AUTO	” or “ MANUAL ” and

the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”, the currently selected image size appears. When set to “VIDEO”, there is no indication.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position

(GR-DVL720/DVL520 only)

VIDEO:

• Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape.

If “REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” in the DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well.

•Zoom magnification over 10X is available ( pg. 18, 45).

MEMORY:

Allows you to record on a memory card or access data stored on a memory card.

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Contents GR-DVL720 GR-DVL520 GR-DVL320 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerImportant Product Safety Instructions Before recording an important scene DVL520/DVL320 only CD-ROMMode is set to on factory-preset Automatic Demonstration takes place when DemoHow To Attach The Lens Cap Set the Power Switch toGetting Started Charging the Battery Pack PowerBattery pack Charging time To Detach The Battery PackUsing AC Power Using the Battery PackAbout Batteries Approximate recording timeViewfinder Adjustment Grip Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentSet the Power Switch to Date/Time Settings12 EN Approximate recording time Tape Recording modeLoading/Unloading a Cassette To Protect Valuable RecordingsSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference Recording Mode SettingMenu Screen Sub Menu GR-DVL720/DVL520 only14 EN Picture Quality/Image Size SettingLoading a Memory Card To Unload a Memory CardTape Recording 16 EN To Adjust The Brightness Of The DisplayBasic Recording Remove the lens capPower Switch Position Operation ModeVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position GR-DVL720/DVL520 only Journalistic ShootingSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T Feature Zooming18 EN ZoomSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim20 EN When a blank portion is recorded on a tapeTime Code Proper recordingNormal Playback To Control The Speaker VolumeConnections 22 ENIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step 24 EN To cancel Blank Search midwayBlank Search PressMemory Card Recording Playback 26 EN SwitchBasic Shooting Snapshot Press SNAPSHOT. Photo appears whileImage Size/Picture SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard Quality To Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory CardTo Remove The Shutter Sound Auto Playback 28 ENRemoving On-Screen Display Index PlaybackViewing File Information 30 EN MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button DisplayProtecting Files To Remove ProtectionMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button To cancel deletion, select ReturnDeleting Files Display Menu Screen32 EN To Reset The SettingTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each Dpof ScreenTo Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of Prints To Reset The No. Of PrintsFast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display Dpof ScreenMaking a New Folder 34 ENInitializing a Memory Card Folder and File namesAdvanced Features 36 EN To Deactivate The Selected ModeNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsSnow ShutterSpotlight Twilight38 EN Switch toFade/Wipe Effects To Deactivate The Selected EffectFader And Wipe Menu Located on the switch Snapshot Mode Selection40 EN Snapshot For Tape RecordingTo obtain correct focus While focusing on a nearer subjectFocus detection zone SubjectIris Lock 42 ENExposure Control Manual White Balance Operation White Balance AdjustmentCloud HalogenFor Recording Menu 44 ENWIPE/FADER Program AEMenu Screen Explanations Macro Manual System Tele OFFWide OFF CinemaREC Select QualityImage Size For Playback Menu 48 ENDisplay Playback SoundDubbing To a VCR Connector cover Power Switch To AV50 EN To Use This Camcorder As a Recorder To use this camcorder as a playerTo DV Core filter DV cable optionalPlay/Pause Button 4/6 Wheel 52 ENLock Button Display Menu Screen Tab RM-V717URM-V715U Lock holeFunctions Buttons 54 ENSwitch set to the camera Set to Play With the camcorder’s Power SwitchFunctions RM-V715U Provided withTo allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback 56 ENTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image MenuLeft Button Up ButtonGR-DVL720 only or Normal playback To move image, pressSET REMOTE/VCR Code 58 ENVCR Recording deck RM-V717U Provided with or GR-DVL720 onlyVCR other than above JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorMake Connections Select Scenes 60 ENEditing Menu RM-V717URM-V700U Provided with or optional GR-DVL720 onlyAutomatic Editing to VCR 62 EN Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingTo hear the dubbed sound during playback Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen pgAudio Dubbing Insert Editing 64 ENFor GR-DVL720/DVL520 Owners Using USB or PC connection cableUsing DV cable 66 EN When a cassette at its end is loaded 95F C to 25C 68F to 77F is the ideal temperature range forCassette holder opens. Do not use force Recedes completely before closing the cassette holder coverSET DATE/TIME! appears Date/time is not set 68 ENOr OFF To Video There is no picture10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700X Find a white subject and composeTo Memory Video pg70 EN Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Distorted 72 ENLCD monitor image is Times, please consult your nearest Repeat the above two or threeJVC dealer pg this can be avoidedAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder74 EN Using Household AC Plug Adapter 76 EN Serious malfunctioning About moisture condensationDeclaration of Conformity Model Number Trade Name78 EN Standard Fine80 EN Index Controls, Connectors And IndicatorsPower Switch OPEN/EJECT Switch pgVIDEO/MEMORY Switch VIDEO, Memory Video Light Switch pg1024 82 ENIndex Indications # @ Appears when the Power Switch is set to84 EN Blank Search VolumeLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback 116 21Function IndicationsIndications Function 86 EN pg , 9 Backlight CompensationChannels Left/Right Darken The LCD MonitorSee previous page as well Unload a TapeWhite Balance