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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 
1. | Read all of these instructions. |
2. | Save these instructions for later use. |
3. | All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. |
4. | Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. |
| Use a damp cloth for cleaning. |
5. | Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards. |
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-DV550 DV Camcorder.
These instructions are for the
This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in the following environments:
●residential area (in houses) or rural area
●commercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres
●urban outdoors
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electromagnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not exceeding the following length:
6. | Do not use this appliance near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet | ||
| basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. | ||
7. | Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may fall, caus- |
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| ing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. | ||
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Port | Cable | Length |
DC IN | Exclusive Cable | 5 meters |
AUD IN FRONT | Shielded Twist Pair Cable | 10 meters |
AUD IN REAR | Shielded Twist Pair Cable | 10 meters |
LINE OUT | Exclusive Cable | 10 meters |
EARPHONE | Cable with earphone | 2 meters |
DC OUT | Exclusive Cable | 1 meter |
GENLOCK/AUX IN | Coaxial Cable | 10 meters |
VIDEO OUT | Coaxial Cable | 10 meters |
Port
REMOTE MONITOR OUT Y/C OUT DV TC IN TC OUT INTERCOM PROMPTER OUT VTR/RM
Cable | Length |
Exclusive Cable | 5 meters |
Coaxial Cable | 10 meters |
Exclusive Cable | 10 meters |
Exclusive Cable | 4.5 meters |
Coaxial Cable | 10 meters |
Coaxial Cable | 10 meters |
Exclusive Cable | 2 meters |
Coaxial Cable | 10 meters |
Exclusive Cable | 200 meters MAX |
8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to 
insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings 
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a
Caution : Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor, etc., the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
9.This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
10.This appliance system is equipped with a
11.For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
12.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
13.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.
14.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
15.Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
16.Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17.Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b.If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c.If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d.If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
e.If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
18.When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
19.Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. This unit should be used with 12V DC only. CAUTION: To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.
NOTE: The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the top frame.
CAUTION To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user service- able parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE. Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant direct en 12V. ATTENTION : Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique.
REMARQUE : La plaque d’identification (numéro de série) se trouve sur le panneau arrière de l’appareil.
WARNING ON LITHIUM BATTERY The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with Matsushita Electric CR2032, use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
•Dispose of used battery promptly.
•Keep away from children.
•Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
For Sweden
VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.
For Norway
ADVARSEL
For Denmark
ADVARSELI
Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme˚fabrikat og type. ˚ Lever det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
For Finland
VAROITUS Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se ön virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laltevalmistajan suoaittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
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