JVC GR-DVL720, GR-DVL520 instruction manual If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step

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1 Make sure all units are turned off.

2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( pg. 22).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.

If not . . . go to step 4.

3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV . . .

• Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 48).

Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control (provided with GR-DVL720 only) to turn on/off the date indication.

• Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen ( pg. 48).

Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays for tape playback

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the

Menu Screen ( pg. 48).

NOTES:

It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 9).

The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable.

Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card*, set the

AUTO

MANUAL

”,

camcorder’s Power Switch to “

” or “

then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

*GR-DVL720/DVL520 only

Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on.

If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.

While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.

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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-ROMSet the Power Switch to Automatic Demonstration takes place when DemoMode is set to on factory-preset How To Attach The Lens CapGetting Started To Detach The Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Battery pack Charging timeApproximate recording time Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power About BatteriesShoulder Strap Attachment Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment 10 ENSet the Power Switch to Date/Time SettingsTo Protect Valuable Recordings Approximate recording time Tape Recording mode12 EN Loading/Unloading a CassetteSub Menu GR-DVL720/DVL520 only Recording Mode SettingSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference Menu ScreenTo Unload a Memory Card Picture Quality/Image Size Setting14 EN Loading a Memory CardTape Recording Remove the lens cap To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display16 EN Basic RecordingJournalistic Shooting Operation ModePower Switch Position VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position GR-DVL720/DVL520 onlyZoom Feature ZoomingSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T 18 ENSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimProper recording When a blank portion is recorded on a tape20 EN Time CodeNormal Playback To Control The Speaker VolumeConnections 22 ENIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step Press To cancel Blank Search midway24 EN Blank SearchMemory Card Recording Playback Press SNAPSHOT. Photo appears while Switch26 EN Basic Shooting SnapshotImage 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 To Remove Protection MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Display30 EN Protecting FilesDisplay Menu Screen To cancel deletion, select ReturnMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Deleting FilesDpof Screen To Reset The Setting32 EN To Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for EachDisplay Dpof Screen To Reset The No. Of PrintsTo Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of Prints Fast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button MENU/BRIGHT WheelFolder and File names 34 ENMaking a New Folder Initializing a Memory CardAdvanced Features Program AE With Special Effects To Deactivate The Selected Mode36 EN Night-AliveTwilight ShutterSnow SpotlightTo Deactivate The Selected Effect Switch to38 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsFader And Wipe Menu Snapshot For Tape Recording Snapshot Mode SelectionLocated on the switch 40 ENSubject While focusing on a nearer subjectTo obtain correct focus Focus detection zoneIris Lock 42 ENExposure Control Halogen White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation CloudProgram AE 44 ENFor Recording Menu WIPE/FADERMenu Screen Explanations Cinema Manual System Tele OFFMacro Wide OFFREC Select QualityImage Size For Playback Menu 48 ENDisplay Playback SoundDubbing To a VCR Connector cover Power Switch To AV50 EN Core filter DV cable optional To use this camcorder as a playerTo Use This Camcorder As a Recorder To DVPlay/Pause Button 4/6 Wheel 52 ENLock Button Display Menu Screen Lock hole RM-V717UTab RM-V715UFunctions Buttons 54 ENRM-V715U Provided with With the camcorder’s Power SwitchSwitch set to the camera Set to Play FunctionsMenu 56 ENTo allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback To allow you to add creative effects to the playback imageNormal playback To move image, press Up ButtonLeft Button GR-DVL720 only orRM-V717U Provided with or GR-DVL720 only 58 ENSET REMOTE/VCR Code VCR Recording deckVCR other than above JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorMake Connections RM-V717URM-V700U Provided with or optional GR-DVL720 only 60 ENSelect Scenes Editing MenuAutomatic Editing to VCR Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER Timing Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing62 EN For More Accurate EditingTo 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 Recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover 95F C to 25C 68F to 77F is the ideal temperature range forWhen a cassette at its end is loaded Cassette holder opens. Do not use forceTo Video There is no picture 68 ENSET DATE/TIME! appears Date/time is not set Or OFFVideo  pg Find a white subject and compose10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700X To Memory70 EN Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Distorted 72 ENLCD monitor image is  pg this can be avoided Repeat the above two or threeTimes, please consult your nearest JVC dealerAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder74 EN Using Household AC Plug Adapter 76 EN Trade Name About moisture condensationSerious malfunctioning Declaration of Conformity Model Number78 EN Standard Fine80 EN Index Controls, Connectors And IndicatorsVideo Light Switch  pg OPEN/EJECT Switch  pgPower Switch VIDEO/MEMORY Switch VIDEO, Memory1024 82 ENIndex Indications # @ Appears when the Power Switch is set to116 21 Blank Search Volume84 EN LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape PlaybackFunction IndicationsIndications Function 86 ENDarken The LCD Monitor Backlight Compensation pg , 9 Channels Left/RightSee previous page as well Unload a TapeWhite Balance