Make sure all units are turned off.

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2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( pg. 54).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.

If not . . . go to step 4.

3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV . . .

Date/Time

..... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in

the Menu Screen ( pg. 32).

Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control to turn on/off the date indication.

Time Code

..... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu

Screen ( pg. 32).

Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays for tape playback

..... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 32).

NOTES:

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack ( pg. 9).

To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder

without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “” or “ ”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on.

If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.

If no image is displayed or no sound is heard from the

TV, set “S/AV INPUT” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 32).

When a cable is connected to the AV or PHONE connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker.

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GR-DV3000 specifications

The JVC GR-DV3000 is a compact digital camcorder that impresses with its advanced features and user-friendly design. Intended for enthusiasts and professionals alike, this model caters to those who are looking for high-quality video capture in a portable format.

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