JVC GR-DVL815 specifications 16 EN, Video Recording, Basic Recording, To Stop Recording

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16 EN

Power lamp

Power Switch

During

Lock Buttonshooting Recording Start/Stop Button

Display

25min Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

min 90 min 89 min 3 min

(Now calculating)

0 min 1 min 2 min

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

BR I GHT

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

180° 90°

PUSH-OPEN

ButtonVIDEO/DSC Switch (GR-DVL915/DVL815/

DVL510 only)

Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress)

VIDEO RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

●Power (  pg. 8)

●Grip Adjustment (  pg. 10)

●Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 10)

●Load A Cassette ( pg. 12)

●Recording Mode Setting (  pg. 13)

1 Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only: Press PUSH OPEN, open the LCD monitor and set the VIDEO/ DSC Switch to “VIDEO”.

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

Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/ downward for best viewability.

Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the LCD

monitor.

•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “” appears while recording is in progress.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display

.... rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel until the bright level

indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

•If you are using the GR-DVL915/DVL815, it is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder by closing the LCD monitor and adjusting as described above.

NOTES:

●If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the

camcorder on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then back to “” or “ ”.

●The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. It will appear in the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is in the lock position, and it will appear on the LCD monitor when fully extended.

●When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors may

occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to “Recording from the middle of a tape” ( pg. 20).

●To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off,  pg. 46, 48.

For other notes,  pg. 71

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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 onlyRemote Control Unit RM-V716U GR-DVL915 Attachment AAA R03 Battery xAC Adapter MultiMediaCard MB GR-DVL915/ DVL815 only orHow To Attach The Lens Cap Automatic DemonstrationContents Getting StartedPower Charging the Battery PackTo Detach The Battery Pack Slide BAT. Release and pull out the battery packUsing the Battery Pack Using AC PowerAbout Batteries Selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240Grip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings EN11Loading/Unloading a Cassette 12 ENApproximate recording time Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference Recording Mode SettingEN13 Picture Quality Mode Setting Loading a Memory CardGR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only To Unload a Memory CardContents Video Recording & PlaybackTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display 16 ENVideo Recording Basic RecordingOperation Mode EN17Journalistic Shooting SELF-RECORDINGSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T 18 ENZoom Zoom OutFeature Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimEN19 Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as requiredWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape 20 ENTime Code Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Video PlaybackNormal Playback EN2122 EN EN23 If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to stepSet on Screen to LCD or LCD/TV in the Menu Screen  pg To cancel Blank Search midway 24 ENBlank Search Press Blank SearchDigital Still Camera C. Recording Playback Snapshot Mode Selection 26 ENBasic Shooting Snapshot Snapshot RecordingWhen unwanted still images are stored in the memory When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, setEN27 To Delete Unwanted Still Images28 EN Power Switch toAuto Playback Index Playback Index ScreenEN29 30 EN Jump PlaybackProtecting Images EN31To Protect AN Image To Remove Protection32 EN Deleting ImagesTo Delete the Displayed Image To Select AN Image by BrowsingTo Delete ALL Images EN33Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg 34 EN To Reset The SettingTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each EN35 To Reset The No. Of PrintsTo Print by Selecting Still Images and NO. of Prints Initializing a Memory Card 36 ENYou can initialize a memory card anytime Advanced Features For Recording38 EN For RecordingNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsEN39 Gives recorded scenes a strobe effectYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots Slow Slow Shutter40 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsFADE/WIPE Selection Picture Wipe or Dissolve SelectionFader And Wipe Menu EN41Menu Effect 42 EN Snapshot For Video RecordingFeature Auto Focus Feature Manual FocusEN43 To obtain correct focusExposure Control 44 ENIris Lock White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance OperationEN45 To Return To Automatic White BalanceEN Using Menus for Detailed Adjustment For Recording MenuIf you have selected WIPE/FADER Program AE or W. Balance See pgEN47 Menu Screen ExplanationsAppears. When using this Normal screen ratioScreen ratio becomes Recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect  pgEN49 Following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp  pg For Playback MenuEN51 DisplayPlayback Sound 52 EN DubbingDubbing To Or From a VCR 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 cardInstalling The Battery RM-V700U, optional Installing The Batteries RM-V716U or RM-V715U, provided56 EN EN57 753158 EN 45362Feature Slow-Motion Playback Feature Frame-By-Frame PlaybackFeature Playback Special Effects GR-DVL915/DVL815 only EN59Feature Playback Zoom 60 ENPress Play 4 to find the scene of interest PlayEN61 SET REMOTE/VCR CodeVCR Recording deck For GR-DVL510/DVL310 Owners Use the optionalJVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector 62 ENMake Connections VCR other than aboveEN63 Select ScenesRandom Assemble Editing Menu appears For GR-DVL915/DVL815 Owners64 EN Automatic Editing to VCRAdjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing For More Accurate EditingEN65 Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingSet 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg 66 ENAudio Dubbing To hear the dubbed sound during playbackEN67 Insert Editing GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyUsing USB or PC connection cable Using DV cableUsing DV cable AUsing USB or PC connection cableConnection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV Connector EN6970 EN ReferencesPower DetailsEN71  pg72 EN Corrective ActionEN73 Troubleshooting 74 ENEN75 76 EN User Maintenance After Use Cleaning The CamcorderTurn off the camcorder Press Push Here to close the cassette holder78 EN 5 6EN79 Appears when the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to 80 EN pg Appears and blinks during shooting.  pg Standard in order of qualityEN81 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback EN83 Indications FunctionSwitch is set to  pgPossible To DSC  pgEN85 USA86 EN Store cassettesEN87 88 EN TermsEN89 Time Code  pg , 49, 50For General 90 ENFor Digital Video Camera EN91 For ConnectorsFor Digital Still Camera GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only 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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