JVC GR-DVP7U manual Memory Cards, LCD Monitor, Main Unit, Do NOT…

Page 89

EN 89

Memory Cards

To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. During use…

...make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark.

...make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting.

2.While the memory card is being accessed (during recording, playback, deletion, initialisation, etc.)…

...never unload the memory card and never turn off the camcorder.

3.Store memory cards…

...away from heaters or other heat sources.

...out of direct sunlight.

...where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration.

...where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets).

LCD Monitor

1.To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,

DO NOT…

...push it strongly or apply any shocks.

...place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom.

2.To prolong service life . . .

...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3.Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use.

These are not malfunctions:

•While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT…

...open the camcorder’s chassis.

...disassemble or modify the unit.

...short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.

...allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit.

...remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on.

...leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit…

...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

...in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove.

... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.

... near a television set.

... near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).

... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F) temperatures.

3.DO NOT leave the unit…

... in places of over 50°C (122°F).

... in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

... in direct sunlight.

... in a closed car in summer.

... near a heater.

4.To protect the unit, DO NOT…

... allow it to become wet.

... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation.

... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods.

... expose the lens to direct sunlight.

... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

... swing it excessively when using the hand strap or the grip.

... swing the soft camera case excessively when the camcorder is inside it.

5.Dirty heads can cause the following problems:

•No picture during playback.

•Blocks of noise appear during playback. •During recording or playback, the Head Clog

Warning indicator “” appears. •Recording cannot be performed properly.

In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more than once consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions.

If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear picture at all times, periodic check-ups are recommended after using the unit for about 1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Image 89
Contents Model No Serial No For Customer UseIt is recommended that you… Dear CustomerBefore recording an important scene… Power Cord Protection Power SourcesPower Lines Grounding or PolarizationCleaning Accessories To avoid personal injuryDamage Requiring Service Replacement PartsCamcorder RM-V717U Remote control unit USB Cable AV/Editing CableHow To Attach The Strap How To Attach The Grip Belt pg Attach the pad Adjust the length with the adjuster Remove the pad and separate the two strapsAutomatic Demonstration Getting Started Charging The Battery Pack Power10 EN About BatteriesInformation Using The Battery PackUsing AC Power 12 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Tripod Mounting While using the LCD monitorWhile using the viewfinder 14 EN Operation ModeOFF VideoBuilt-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery Date/Time Settings16 EN Approximate recording time Tape Recording modeLoading a Cassette Unloading a Cassette To protect valuable recordings…To protect valuable files available only for SD Memory Card… Make sure the camcorder’s power is off Open the card coverVideo Recording & Playback 18 ENTape Remaining Time Basic RecordingNow calculating Blinking Blinking BlinkingZooming 20 ENJournalistic Shooting Interface ShootingTime Code When a blank portion is recorded on a tapeRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Proper recording22 EN To control the speaker volume…Normal Playback Still PlaybackTo cancel Blank Search midway, press During Stop modeAvailable only with the remote control provided.  pg Blank SearchConnections To a TV Or VCR 24 ENHow to connect the S/AV/Editing cable Recording & Playback 26 ENTo change the Image Size and/or Picture Quality,  pg Basic Shooting D.S.C. SnapshotAuto Playback Of Images 28 ENPlayback Of Video Clips Index Playback Of Files 30 ENViewing File Information For Index Playback of video clip files, performProtecting Files Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of filesIf you want to select another type of file, go to step On NextTo Remove Protection 32 ENTo remove protection from the currently displayed file To protect all files stored in the memory cardTo delete all files stored in the memory card Deleting FilesTo delete the currently displayed file Folder and File names 34 ENMaking a New Folder To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints To Reset The Number Of PrintsSET/SELECT . SelectInitializing a Memory Card 36 ENAdvanced Features Menus with Sub Menus 38 ENMenus without Sub Menus Press SET/SELECT again. The Menu Screen closes VIDEO/MEMORY SwitchWipe Or Fader Effects 40 EN Shutter 1/60 NightaliveShutter 1/100 Sports42 EN White Balance AdjustmentCamera Menu Recording modeSound mode Gain up Snapshot mode for video recording44 EN Digital Image Stabilization Self-TimerSecond Recording Manual MenuWide mode Maximum telephoto setting46 EN Wind cutAutomatic demonstration mode Tally lamp settingSystem Menu Beep, melody and shutter soundDisplay Menu 48 ENRecording media selection Image sizeQuality Fine StandardVideo Menu 50 ENAV Input OFF Video/AV inputParameters are the same as in the description on Melody Tally OFFPress Snapshot Motor Drive Mode52 EN To end Self-Timer recording, select OFF in step Self-Timer54 EN Press SET/SELECT. Focus adjustment is completeAuto Focus Manual FocusIris Lock Exposure ControlPress Exposure To return to automatic exposure controlTo return to automatic white balance… 56 ENBacklight Compensation Press SET/SELECT To cancel recording the sound effect midwayDownloading sound data from Web Site 58 EN To cancel Navigation search midwayNavigation Function To make thumbnail images during tape recordingTo delete thumbnail images To add thumbnail images during tape playbackNavigation screen Appears Press + or to select EXECUTE, and pressTo make video clips from real-time camera image 60 ENMail Clip Recording To make video clips from recorded video footage To use this camcorder as a recorder 62 ENDubbing To a Video Unit Equipped DubbingEquipped With a DV OUT 64 ENStill images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card Dubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory CardSet Copy to Image  pg Press 4/9 to start Playback66 EN Installing The BatteriesBeam Effective Area indoor use Buttons And FunctionsSwitch set to a or M Switch set to P With the camcorder’s PowerPause in Connector FunctionsSlow-Motion Playback 68 ENPlay StopPlayback Effect ClassicFilm Audio Dubbing 70 ENWhile holding A. DUB On the remote To hear the sound during Audio DubbingAudio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects Insert Editing 72 ENRandom Assemble Editing R.A.Edit VCR Code List VCR Brand NameSet Remote/VCR Code You are now ready to try Random Assemble EditingMake Connections 74 ENRecently registered point Select ScenesAutomatic Editing To VCR 76 ENFor More Accurate Editing Adjustment Of VCR/Camcorder TimingDiagnosing VCR/Camcorder Timing Value for Synchro Is highlightedUsing DV cable Using USB cable78 EN Connection To a Personal ComputerThis camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection WebCamIf the PC is not Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PCReferences 80 ENItems Power  pgNear a radio Holder opens. Do not use forceSymptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Power82 EN Video and D.S.C. RecordingViewfinder indications blink Switch is set to Video Switch to Memory200X. pg VIDEO/MEMORY Set the VIDEO/MEMORYPress Backlight Advanced features84 EN Other problems Cause damage.  pg 86 ENRe-insert it, then check if Battery Packs General Battery PrecautionsUsing Household AC Plug Adapter 88 ENLCD Monitor Memory CardsMain Unit Do NOT…90 EN How To Handle a CD-ROMAbout moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningHatch Cleaning The CamcorderAfter Use 92 EN VTR USB94 EN Indicators ConnectorsControls Other PartsIndications 96 ENShooting Icon Image Size 1280 1280 x 960 1024 x 768 or 640 640 xCard Icon Picture Quality F Fine and S Standard Order of qualityGain Up Mode Operation ModeFlash indicator 98 ENViewfinder Level indicator g moves Headphone Level indicator g movesTape Speed Playback Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search100 EN Switch Card ErrorUnit in Safeguard Mode Remove102 EN Playback sound Wide Mode Wide ModeProgram AE With Special Effects Program AE Recording TimeGR-DVP7