JVC GR-DVL520, GR-DVL720 instruction manual Before recording an important scene

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.

When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.

Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards* marked “ ” or

“” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark	.
.... make sure you only use memory cards* with the mark	or	.

.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without

proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

* Memory cards can be used with GR-DVL720/DVL520 only.

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Contents GR-DVL720 GR-DVL520 GR-DVL320 Dear Customer It is recommended that youImportant Product Safety Instructions Before recording an important scene CD-ROM DVL520/DVL320 onlyAutomatic Demonstration takes place when Demo Mode is set to on factory-presetHow To Attach The Lens Cap Set the Power Switch toGetting Started Power Charging the Battery PackBattery pack Charging time To Detach The Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack Using AC PowerAbout Batteries Approximate recording timeGrip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings Set the Power Switch toApproximate recording time Tape Recording mode 12 ENLoading/Unloading a Cassette To Protect Valuable RecordingsRecording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preferenceMenu Screen Sub Menu GR-DVL720/DVL520 onlyPicture Quality/Image Size Setting 14 ENLoading a Memory Card To Unload a Memory CardTape Recording To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display 16 ENBasic Recording Remove the lens capOperation Mode Power Switch PositionVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position GR-DVL720/DVL520 only Journalistic ShootingFeature Zooming Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T18 EN ZoomTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the lightWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape 20 ENTime Code Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Normal Playback22 EN ConnectionsIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step To cancel Blank Search midway 24 ENBlank Search PressMemory Card Recording Playback Switch 26 ENBasic Shooting Snapshot Press SNAPSHOT. Photo appears whileTo Remove The Shutter Sound To Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory CardImage Size/Picture SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard Quality 28 EN Auto PlaybackViewing File Information Index PlaybackRemoving On-Screen Display MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button Display 30 ENProtecting Files To Remove ProtectionTo cancel deletion, select Return MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock ButtonDeleting Files Display Menu ScreenTo Reset The Setting 32 ENTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each Dpof ScreenTo Reset The No. Of Prints To Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of PrintsFast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display Dpof Screen34 EN Making a New FolderInitializing a Memory Card Folder and File namesAdvanced Features To Deactivate The Selected Mode 36 ENNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsShutter SnowSpotlight TwilightSwitch to 38 ENFade/Wipe Effects To Deactivate The Selected EffectFader And Wipe Menu Snapshot Mode Selection Located on the switch40 EN Snapshot For Tape RecordingWhile focusing on a nearer subject To obtain correct focusFocus detection zone SubjectExposure Control 42 ENIris Lock White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance OperationCloud Halogen44 EN For Recording MenuWIPE/FADER Program AEMenu Screen Explanations Manual System Tele OFF MacroWide OFF CinemaImage Size QualityREC Select 48 EN For Playback MenuPlayback Sound Display50 EN Connector cover Power Switch To AVDubbing To a VCR To use this camcorder as a player To Use This Camcorder As a RecorderTo DV Core filter DV cable optionalLock Button Display Menu Screen 52 ENPlay/Pause Button 4/6 Wheel RM-V717U TabRM-V715U Lock hole54 EN Functions ButtonsWith the camcorder’s Power Switch Switch set to the camera Set to PlayFunctions RM-V715U Provided with56 EN To allow frame-by-frame search during tape playbackTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image MenuUp Button Left ButtonGR-DVL720 only or Normal playback To move image, press58 EN SET REMOTE/VCR CodeVCR Recording deck RM-V717U Provided with or GR-DVL720 onlyMake Connections JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorVCR other than above 60 EN Select ScenesEditing Menu RM-V717URM-V700U Provided with or optional GR-DVL720 onlyAutomatic Editing to VCR Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing 62 ENFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingAudio Dubbing Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen pgTo hear the dubbed sound during playback 64 EN Insert EditingUsing DV cable Using USB or PC connection cableFor GR-DVL720/DVL520 Owners 66 EN 95F C to 25C 68F to 77F is the ideal temperature range for When a cassette at its end is loadedCassette holder opens. Do not use force Recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover68 EN SET DATE/TIME! appears Date/time is not setOr OFF To Video There is no pictureFind a white subject and compose 10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700XTo Memory Video pg70 EN Set the VIDEO/MEMORY LCD monitor image is 72 ENDistorted Repeat the above two or three Times, please consult your nearestJVC dealer pg this can be avoided74 EN Cleaning The CamcorderAfter Use Using Household AC Plug Adapter 76 EN About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningDeclaration of Conformity Model Number Trade Name78 EN Fine StandardIndex Controls, Connectors And Indicators 80 ENOPEN/EJECT Switch pg Power SwitchVIDEO/MEMORY Switch VIDEO, Memory Video Light Switch pgIndex Indications 82 EN1024 Appears when the Power Switch is set to # @Blank Search Volume 84 ENLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback 116 21Indications Function86 EN Indications FunctionBacklight Compensation pg , 9Channels Left/Right Darken The LCD MonitorWhite Balance Unload a TapeSee previous page as well