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GR-DVX
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTIONS:
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION (applies to the Docking Station):
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before recording an important scene . . .
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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The data recorded on a tape is digital, but the output of the this camcorder is analogue.
ABOUT DV
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The digital audio signal is recorded here.
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Information) Area
CONTENTS
Charging The Battery Pack
ATTACH
DETACH BATTERY/BATTERIES
DETACH
SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER
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OPEN BATTERY COVER 1 2
INSERT BATTERY
CLOSE BATTERY COVER
INSERT BATTERY
(Cont.)
SUPPLY POWER TO ADAPTER
SUPPLY POWER TO CAMCORDER
Indoor Use
Using The Power Pack
Date/Time Settings
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
INPUT DATE AND TIME
Regarding Built-in Rechargeable Battery
(Cont.) Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE COVER
INSERT/REMOVE TAPE
** To protect valuable recordings . . .
Recording Mode Setting
SET RECORDING MODE
(Cont.)
ATTACH HAND STRAP
CLOSE FLAP
Hand Strap Attachment
Using The Soft Camera Case
Grip Strap Attachment
Tripod Mounting
If you want to take a snapshot (
ATTACH GRIP STRAP TO HAND STRAP EYELET
ATTACH GRIP STRAP TO SUB HAND STRAP EYELET
(Cont.)
Dioptre Adjustment
TURN ON CAMCORDER
ADJUST DIOPTRE
Remote Control Unit
Installing The Battery
Power Dial Position Function
Operation Mode
(Cont.)
EN 19
Basic Recording
STOP RECORDING
OR
START SEARCH
ENGAGE STILL MODE
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape
(Cont.)
Time Code
The Time Code cannot be reset.
During fast-forwarding and rewinding, time code indication does not move smoothly.
When blank portion is recorded on a tape
Proper recording
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
PRESS IND.ON/OFF BUTTON
pg.76
Brightness Control
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
Interface Shooting
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD
(blinking)
(blinking)
(blinking)
Zoom
Advanced Features
TAKE SNAPSHOT
If you press during Record-Standby...
If you press during Recording...
Snapshot Flash:
Snapshot Flash (Auto Flash)
SNAPSHOT
Adjusting Flash Brightness
ACTIVATE BRIGHTNESS OF FLASH
When the battery power is low, the screen to set FLASH ADJ. sometimes does not appear.
When FLASH on the Recording menu is set to OFF the brightness of the flash cannot be adjusted.
When GAIN UP is set to OFF or Twilight is selected in P.AE Effect, the flash will not light.
Scene (5-second recording)
Self-Timer
ENGAGE SELF-TIMER MODE
STOP SELF-TIMER RECORDING
END SELF-TIMER RECORDING
Menus
Gain Up and Flash
System Menu
Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Stabilization,
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
REC MODE (Recording mode)
WIDE MODE
Advanced Features (Cont.)
ZOOM (Zoom magnification)
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer)
GAIN UP
FLASH (Z pg. 26)
Displaying The Date And Time During Recording
ACCESS DATE/TIME MENU
CLOSE RECORDING MENU
ACCESS SYSTEM MENU
System Menu
Photo Frame,
Scene, Beep/Tally, Wind Cut, Sound Mode and ID numbers.
CLOSE SYSTEM MENU
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PHOTO FRAME
SCENE (5-Second Mode) (Z pg. 28)
BEEP/TALLY
WIND CUT
FADE/WIPE Effects
ACCESS FADER/WIPE MENU
If certain P.AE/Effects (
SELECT EFFECT
OR...
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Example WIPE SCROLL
Fades and Wipes
Example
WIPE
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Picture Wipe/Dissolve
Example
WIPE SCROLL
P
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FADER AND WIPE MENU
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W
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DISABLE P.AE/EFFECT
P.AE/Effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby.
If certain Fades or Wipes (
P.AE/Effects
ACCESS P.AE/EFFECTS SELECT MENU
SELECT EFFECT
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SHUTTER (Variable Shutter (Speed)
VIDEO ECHO
Manual Focus Adjustment
END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS
To Change To Auto Focus . . .
Manual focus is recommended in the following situations:
When shooting a flat wall, a blue sky or an object with little or no contrast.
Exposure Control
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations:
When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright.
When shooting on a reflective natural back- ground such as at the beach or when skiing.
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To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
Iris lock is recommended in the following situa- tions:
When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.
When shooting objects under a spotlight.
White Balance Adjustment
ACCESS WHITE BALANCE ADJUST- MENT
CLOSE WHITE BALANCE ADJUST- MENT
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
White balance cannot be used when P.AE/Effects Sepia or Monotone are activated.
Manual White Balance Operation
SET MANUAL WHITE BALANCE
ENTER SETTING
EXIT MANUAL WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT
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Basic Playback
END ZOOM
Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and normal playback.
If the Video Echo effect (
pg. 51) is selected during playback zoom, playback zoom is cancelled.
Advanced Features
START PLAYBACK
ACCESS P.AE/EFFECT SELECT MENU
SELECT P.AE/EFFECT
Repeat from step 2 when you want to change the selected effect.
Playback Effects
Playback Menu
Playback Menu
Synchro Comp
Time Code
Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp, Display
Playback Sound
TIME CODE (Displaying The Time Code During Playback)
DISPLAY (Displaying the Date During Playback)
Basic Connections
VCR/TV Connection (when connecting directly to the camcorder)
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR VCR
CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT
TURN ON POWER
VCR/TV Connection (using Docking Station)
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS
ATTACH AND LOCKS
Basic Connections (Cont.)
VCR/TV connection (using the Docking Station) (Cont.)
VCR
Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting.
VCR
CONNECT DOCKING STATION TO TV OR VCR
CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT
TURN ON POWER
SELECT TVS VIDEO MODE
equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V input (RCA type) connectors
Dubbing
MAKE CONNECTIONS
START PLAYBACK
PAUSE RECORDING
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Brand Setting
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR
OPERATE THE VCR
Youre now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.
(Cont.)
Random Assemble Editing
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MAKE CONNECTIONS
START SOURCE PLAYBACK
SET EDIT-IN POINT
SET EDIT-OUT POINT
USE FADE WIPE ON SCENE TRANSITION (IF NECESSARY)
USE P.AE/EFFECT (IF NECESSARY)
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES
PREPARE SOURCE TAPE
ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD-PAUSE MODE
START EDITING
STOP EDITING
For More Accurate Editing
Diagnosing VCRs against Camcorder Timing
PREPARE FOR R.A. EDIT
CHOOSE A SCENE
CLOSE MENU
Adjustment of VCRs against Camcorder Timing
Audio Dubbing
FIND EDIT-IN POINT
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY
BEGIN DUBBING
PAUSE DURING DUBBING
Insert Editing
FIND EDIT OUT POINT
FIND EDIT IN POINT
PREPARE FOR INSERT EDITING
PAUSE DURING EDITING
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REMOVE POWER SUPPLY
CLEAN EXTERIOR
CLEAN LENS
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER
AFTER USE
CLEAN LCD MONITOR
CLOSE LCD MONITOR
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product.
Cleaning The Camcorder
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback
Warning Indications
(Cont.)
Battery Packs
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.
Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20C.
CAUTIONS
Cassettes
Main Unit
CAUTIONS
LCD monitor
SPECIFICATIONS
CAMCORDER
General
Video
Audio
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
INDEX
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