JVC GR-DVL310, GR-DVL815 38 EN, For Recording, Night-Alive, Program AE With Special Effects

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Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

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NOTES:

●During Night-Alive, the following functions or settings cannot be activated and its indicator blinks or goes out:

•Some modes of “Program AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 38, 39), “Picture Wipe/ Dissolve” (  pg. 40. 41).

•“GAIN UP” in CAMERA MENU (  pg. 47).

•“DIS” in MANUAL MENU ( pg. 47).

•“Video light” when LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO” (  pg. 19).

●During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

FOR RECORDING

Night-Alive

Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed.

1

2 Press NIGHT-ALIVEso that the Night-Alive indicator “”appears.

•The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity.

•“A” appears beside “” while the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted.

To Deactivate Night-Alive . . .

.... press NIGHT-ALIVEagain so that the Night-Alive

indicator disappears.

Lock Button

Power Switch

NIGHT-ALIVE Button

P.AE Button

Display

SHUT TER1/100

SPORTS

SNOW

SPOT L I GHT

TW I L I GHT

SEP I A

MONOTONE

CLASS I C F I LM

STROBE

SLOW 4X

SLOW 1 0X

GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only

Program AE With Special Effects

1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

2 Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

3 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ PROGRAM AE”, then press it.

4 Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select the desired mode ( pg. 39), then press it. Selection is complete. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes.

5 Press P.AE so that the selected effect indicator appears.

To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

.... press P.AE again so that the effect indicator disappears.

NOTES:

●Program AE with special effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby.

●Some modes of Program AE special effects cannot be used during Night-Alive.

IMPORTANT:

Some modes of Program AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects (  pg. 40, 41). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out.

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Contents GR-DVL915 GR-DVL815 GR-DVL510 GR-DVL310 Dear Customer It is recommended that youImportant Safety Instructions Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark Memory cards can be used with GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyAudio/Video Cable Editing Cable Ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug AC AdapterMemory Card MB GR-DVL915/ DVL815 only or PC Connection CableHow To Attach The Lens Cap Automatic DemonstrationContents Getting StartedTo Detach The Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Slide BAT. Release and pull out the battery packAbout Batteries Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Selection in the AC range from 110 V to 24010 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings EN11Approximate recording time 12 ENLoading/Unloading a Cassette EN13 Recording Mode SettingSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only Picture Quality Mode SettingLoading a Memory Card To Unload a Memory CardContents Video Recording & PlaybackVideo Recording To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display16 EN Basic RecordingJournalistic Shooting Operation ModeEN17 SELF-RECORDINGZoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T18 EN Zoom OutEN19 Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as requiredTime Code When a blank portion is recorded on a tape20 EN Proper recordingNormal Playback To Control The Speaker VolumeVideo Playback EN2122 EN Set on Screen to LCD or LCD/TV in the Menu Screen  pg If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to stepEN23 Blank Search To cancel Blank Search midway24 EN Press Blank SearchDigital Still Camera C. Recording Playback Basic Shooting Snapshot Snapshot Mode Selection26 EN Snapshot RecordingEN27 When unwanted still images are stored in the memoryWhen you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesAuto Playback Power Switch to28 EN EN29 Index ScreenIndex Playback 30 EN Jump PlaybackTo Protect AN Image Protecting ImagesEN31 To Remove ProtectionTo Delete the Displayed Image 32 ENDeleting Images To Select AN Image by BrowsingBefore doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg EN33To Delete ALL Images To Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each To Reset The Setting34 EN To Print by Selecting Still Images and NO. of Prints To Reset The No. Of PrintsEN35 You can initialize a memory card anytime 36 ENInitializing a Memory Card Advanced Features For RecordingNight-Alive 38 ENFor Recording Program AE With Special EffectsYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots EN39Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect Slow Slow ShutterFADE/WIPE Selection 40 ENFade/Wipe Effects Picture Wipe or Dissolve SelectionEN41 Fader And Wipe Menu42 EN Snapshot For Video RecordingEN43 Feature Auto FocusFeature Manual Focus To obtain correct focusIris Lock 44 ENExposure Control EN45 White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Return To Automatic White BalanceIf you have selected WIPE/FADER Program AE or W. Balance EN Using Menus for Detailed AdjustmentFor Recording Menu See pgEN47 Menu Screen ExplanationsCinema MacroWide OFF Wind OFFEN49 Following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp  pg For Playback MenuPlayback Sound DisplayEN51 Dubbing To Or From a VCR 52 ENDubbing To use this camcorder as a playerEN53 54 EN To a Tape GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyDubbing Images Recorded On a Tape To a Images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card56 EN Installing The Batteries RM-V716U or RM-V715U, providedInstalling The Battery RM-V700U, optional $ % EN57Using the Remote Control Unit 58 ENFeature Playback Special Effects GR-DVL915/DVL815 only Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Frame-By-Frame Playback EN59Press Play 4 to find the scene of interest Feature Playback Zoom60 EN PlaySET REMOTE/VCR Code VCR Code ListEN61 For GR-DVL510/DVL310 Owners Use the optionalMake Connections JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector62 EN VCR other than aboveFor GR-DVL915/DVL815 Owners EN63Select Scenes 64 EN Automatic Editing to VCREN65 Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingAudio Dubbing Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg66 EN To hear the dubbed sound during playbackEN67 Insert Editing GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyUsing DV cable Using USB or PC connection cableUsing DV cable AUsing USB or PC connection cableConnection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV Connector EN6970 EN ReferencesEN71 PowerDetails  pg72 EN Corrective ActionEN73 Troubleshooting 74 ENEN75 76 EN Turn off the camcorder User MaintenanceAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder 78 EN 5 6 @ # $EN79 Appears and blinks during shooting.  pg 80 ENSound 1 2B I T Standard in order of qualityEN81 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback Displays the sound modeLevel indicator moves Displays the date Bright Displays the brightness of the LCDEN83 Indications FunctionProtection Switch Insert ErrorCard Error Unit in SafeguardEN85 USA86 EN Store cassettesEN87 88 EN TermsEN89 Time Code  pg , 49, 50For Digital Video Camera 90 ENFor General For Digital Still Camera GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only For ConnectorsEN91 GR-DVL310
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The JVC GR-DVL815 is a compact and portable digital camcorder that made its mark in the early 2000s, combining functionality with user-friendly features. Designed for both amateur and semi-professional videographers, this camcorder offers a versatile solution for capturing high-quality video content.

One of the standout features of the JVC GR-DVL815 is its 1/4-inch CCD sensor, which allows for vibrant image quality and enhanced performance in various lighting conditions. With a resolution of 800,000 pixels, it captures crisp, clear images that are suitable for home videos and more serious projects alike. Additionally, the camcorder supports Digital Video (DV) format, providing excellent video clarity and minimizing artifacts during compression.

The GR-DVL815 offers a 10x optical zoom and a 700x digital zoom, giving users the ability to capture distant subjects with remarkable detail. The zoom mechanism is smooth and responsive, allowing for seamless transitions and dynamic shots. The camcorder is equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD screen, which provides a clear view of the shot being captured, making it easier to frame scenes and navigate menus.

In terms of connectivity, the JVC GR-DVL815 features a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port for easy transfer of video content to a computer for editing. This connectivity option was particularly valuable during its time, as it allowed for quick and efficient imports, eliminating the need for extra conversion steps. Moreover, the camcorder includes an A/V output, enabling easy connection to TVs and other video equipment, facilitating playback directly from the device.

The GR-DVL815 also boasts a range of recording formats, including SP (Standard Play) and LP (Long Play), allowing users to choose between video quality and recording time. The camcorder supports MiniDV tapes, another feature that was popular due to the compact size of the media and the high-quality recording it allowed.

Battery life is another essential aspect, and the GR-DVL815 delivers with a reliable power management system that provides ample recording time on a full charge. The lightweight and ergonomic design of the camcorder ensures comfort during extended shooting sessions.

Overall, the JVC GR-DVL815 is a well-rounded camcorder that combines essential features, solid performance, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for those looking to document significant moments of their lives or engage in creative video projects. Its blend of optical zoom capabilities, digital connectivity, and intuitive design solidified its place in the hearts of early 2000s videographers and hobbyists.
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