JVC GR-DVX manual Basic Recording, Pull OUT Viewfinder or Open LCD Monitor, Start Recording

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RECORDING EN 21

Basic Recording

You should already have performed the necessary preparations (☞ pgs. 10 – 18). Set the Power Dial to “ A ” and try recording that way before attempting to use more advanced features.

NOTE:

Before starting recording, make sure you set the date and time (☞ pg. 13). Even if they don’t appear during recording, you can display them during playback (☞ pg. 55).

Power lamp

 

M

Lock button

5S

 

A

Power Dial

OFF

Y

ALP

 

START/STOP button

IND. ON/OFF

Display

PAUSE

Record-Standby

Display

REC

444

During recording

1 SELECT OPERATION MODE

Set the Power Dial to “ A ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial.

2 PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN LCD MONITOR

Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor to approx. 90° degrees.

•The lens cover opens, the power lamp comes on and the scene you're aimed at appears.

•The Record-Standby mode is engaged.

3 START RECORDING

When “PAUSE” appears, press START/STOP. A beep signals the start of recording.

4 STOP RECORDING

Press START/STOP again to stop recording.

•The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.

5 END RECORDING

When you’re finished recording, push back the viewfinder or close the LCD monitor until it clicks; the lens cover closes and the power lamp goes out.

•When transporting, make sure the viewfinder is pushed back and the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

•To turn power on again, pull out the viewfinder or open the LCD monitor.

OR

Set the Power Dial to “OFF”.

•When turning to “OFF”, it is not necessary to press down the lock button.

NOTES:

●The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. No image appears on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out. It is not possible to shoot using both LCD monitor and viewfinder.

●If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode, power shuts off automatically to conserve energy and protect the heads. To turn the camcorder on again, push back and pull out the viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor. As long as you don’t take out the tape you were using or play it back, you can continue from where you left off with no noticeable brake on the recorded video.

●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.

Continue recording from where you stop so there

are no gaps by following "Recording from the middle of a tape" (☞ pg. 22).

●Recored-Standby means that a tape is loaded and the camcorder is ready to record.

●During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. If you want to hear the sound, connect optional headphones to the headphones jack. The sound volume at this point is the same as the level it was adjusted during playback.

●To make the indications disappear, press and hold the IND.ON/OFF button for more than approx. 1 second. However, it is impossible to remove the

tape running indicator “ 444” and warning indications and so on (☞ pg. 78).

●Use the viewfinder when under direct sunlight or when reflections make it difficult to see the LCD monitor.

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Contents For Customer Use GR-DVXIt is recommended that you Dear CustomerPower Cord Protection Power SourcesPower Lines Grounding or PolarizationDamage Requiring Service AccessoriesReplacement Parts Safety CheckSafety Precautions DC cord EN P Rovided a CCE SsoriesLithium battery CR2025 Remote control unit RM-V711UFor remote control unit Grip strap MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min DVM-30 Power Pack CU-V900USub-Code Area Video Area Audio AreaITI Insert and Tracking Information Area Contents Detach BATTERY/BATTERIES Charging The Battery PackAttach DetachOpen Battery Cover Installing The Battery PackInsert Battery Close Battery CoverFirst. Close the battery cover Supply PowerAttach to Camcorder Knob and insertSelect Operation Mode Date/Time SettingsInput Date and Time LCD monitorLoading/Unloading a Cassette OPEN/EJECT switchOpen Cassette Cover INSERT/REMOVE TapeRecording Mode Setting SET Recording ModeSet depending on your preference PUT Camcorder Attach Hand StrapClose Flap During transportingGrip Strap Attachment Adjust LengthTripod Mounting Attach Grip Strap to Hand Strap EyeletDiopter Adjustment Adjust DiopterTurn on Camcorder Installing The Battery Remote Control UnitPull OUT Battery Holder Insert Battery in HolderPower Dial Position Function Operation ModePull OUT Viewfinder or Open LCD Monitor Basic RecordingStart Recording Stop RecordingEngage Still Mode Recording From The Middle Of a TapeStart Search Time Code When blank portion is recorded on a tapeProper recording During shootingAdjust Brightness Tape Remaining IndicatorBrightness Control Brightness indication appears in the LCD monitorInterface Shooting Journalistic shootingOpen LCD Monitor Tilt LCD MonitorZoom RE COR DIN GChanging the Snapshot Setting Motor Drive modeSnapshot Take SnapshotSelect Function Snapshot Flash Auto FlashSelect Mode Adjusting Flash BrightnessAccessmenu Manual Mode Item Access Flash AdjustmentDissolves during 5 second mode recording Engage 5S ModeTo Take a Snapshot In The 5-Second Mode Scene 5-second recordingStop SELF-TIMER Recording Self-TimerEND SELF-TIMER Recording To Take a Snapshot In The Self-Timer ModeClose Recording Menu MenusRecording Menu allows you to set these functions Please refer to page 33, 34 for detailsWide Mode REC Mode Recording modeZoom Zoom magnification DIS Digital Image StabilizerFlash pg Displaying The Date And Time During Recording Access System Menu System MenuClose System Menu Return Sound signals can be sampled at 32 kHz or 48 kHzTo Cancel FADE/WIPE Effects Access FADER/WIPE MenuFADE/WIPE Effects Select EffectExample WH Fades and WipesExample Fader WhitePicture Wipe/Dissolve Resume RecordingP and P of the Fader/Wipe Menu Random Variations Fade in or out with a black screen Fade in or out with a white screenOut from color to black and white Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effectDisappears New scene gradually appears as the old one graduallyNew scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper Right corner to the lower left cornerAE/Effects Disable P.AE/EFFECTStrobe Classic FilmTwilight SepiaAccess Manual Focus Manual Focus AdjustmentAdjust Focus To Change To Auto FocusExposure Control Adjust ExposureBrightness control of the LCD monitor To Return To Automatic Exposure ControlIris Lock After , adjust the exposure rotatingTo Return To Automatic Iris Control IrisAccessment White Balance Adjust White Balance AdjustmentClosement White Balance Adjust Select Auto in . Or set the Power Dial toExit Manual White Balance Adjustment Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingRewind Tape Volume switchViewing Recording END PlaybackActivate Zoom Playback ZoomLocatescene Portion of Magnified END ZoomSelect P.AE/EFFECT Playback EffectsRM-V711U Start Playback Press the Play buttonPlayback Menu Access Playback MenuClose Menu Playback Menu allows you to set the following functionsPlayback Sound Displaying the Date During PlaybackDisplaying The Time Code During Playback Turn on Power VCR/TV Connection when connecting directly to the camcorderSelect TV’S Video Mode Turn the Power Dial to Play and turn on the TV/VCRVCR/TV Connection using Docking Station Confirm POWER-OFF Status Supply PowerAttach and Locks EN Playback Basic Connections VCR/TV connection using the Docking StationConnect as shown in the illustration pg Connect Docking Station to TV or VCRMake Connections DubbingStart Playback Pause RecordingBrand Setting Operate the VCRRM-V711U 9 ` provided Start Source Playback Random Assemble EditingExecute FADE/WIPE in if Necessary Recording deckSET EDIT-OUT Point SET EDIT-IN PointUSE Fade Wipe on Scene Transition if Necessary USE P.AE/EFFECT if NecessaryStart Editing Engagemode Vcrs RECORD-PAUSEStop Editing ButtonPrepare for R.A. Edit Play Back Dubbed Scene For More Accurate EditingChoose a Scene RM-V711U T W providedPress MENU. The Playback Menu appears on the TV screen Input Correction DataFind EDIT-IN Point Audio DubbingBegin Dubbing Pause During DubbingFind Edit OUT Point Insert EditingFind Edit in Point Pause During Editing5S or Battery pgTape END appears Replace with new cassetteEN TR Ouble Shooting Picture Wipe function doesn’t work Squeeze or Cinema mode is selected in the Recording MenuAre actually recorded. This is Same time Cleaning The Camcorder Camcorder Power dial pg OPEN/EJECT switch pgRBATTERY cover pg IND.ON/OFF button pgDocking Station Function LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During RecordingAppears during recording Appears while the tape is running Brightness of the flashLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback Indications Function Plug adapter Using Household AC Plug AdapterMain Unit Power consumption PowerSignal format Video signal recording formatAC Adapter Color temperatureAuto focus On-screen displayMotor Drive Mode Second Mode Fade-In/OutAnimation Audio Dubbing Pg , 56Page Page GR-DVX

GR-DVX specifications

The JVC GR-DVX is a compact and versatile MiniDV camcorder that gained popularity in the early 2000s for its combination of high-quality video capture, user-friendly interface, and innovative features. This camcorder is a testament to JVC's commitment to advancing imaging technology while providing value to both amateur videographers and seasoned professionals.

One of the standout features of the JVC GR-DVX is its 680,000-pixel CCD sensor, which offers superior image quality. This sensor allows users to capture clear and vibrant images, whether shooting in bright daylight or low-light conditions. The MiniDV format enables the camcorder to record high-resolution video, producing sharp images with natural colors and excellent detail.

The GR-DVX also boasts a powerful 16x optical zoom lens, providing videographers with the ability to capture subjects at a distance without sacrificing image quality. This is complemented by a 100x digital zoom option, allowing further flexibility in storytelling. The lens features a wide f-stop ranging from f/1.6 to f/3.1, enabling better performance in varying lighting conditions.

With an eye towards ease of use, the camcorder includes a 3.5-inch vari-angle LCD screen that facilitates various shooting angles and compositions. This versatile screen allows users to easily frame their shots, while the intuitive menu system simplifies navigation through settings. Additionally, the built-in image stabilization technology helps reduce blurriness caused by hand movements, ensuring that recordings are smooth and stable.

The JVC GR-DVX comes equipped with various connectivity options, including FireWire (IEEE 1394) for fast digital transfer of video to a computer or editing suite. This feature enhances the editing workflow, allowing users to seamlessly transition from recording to post-production.

Furthermore, the camcorder supports a variety of shooting modes, including night mode and various manual settings, which give users the control to tailor their filming experience. It also offers built-in digital effects and transitions to enhance creativity in video projects.

In summary, the JVC GR-DVX is a well-rounded camcorder that combines effective imaging technology, versatile shooting capabilities, and user-friendly features. Its robust design, high-quality imaging, and comprehensive connectivity options make it a valuable tool for anyone looking to capture impactful video content.
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