Connector cover**

To S

To AV

To JLIP/

EDIT

Core filter

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MAKE CONNECTIONS

Also refer to pg. 40 and 41.

1 A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector.

A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A. EDIT connector . . .

... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector.

A VCR other than above . . .

... connect the editing cable to the remote control’s PAUSE IN connector.

Core filter

S-Video cable (optional)

To AUDIO, VIDEO* and -IN connectors

“Y/C”/“CVBS” video out select switch

VCR

Audio/Video cable [mini-plug to RCA plug] (provided)

Editing cable (provided)

If your VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.

To Remote PAUSE or R.A.EDIT

2 Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power

Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.

3 Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).

NOTES:

Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they do, they will be recorded onto the new tape.

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

Date/Time

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

Screen ( pg. 32).

Time Code

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

Screen ( pg. 32).

To PAUSE IN

DISPLAY

TV

*Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.

**When connecting cables, open this cover.

ATTENTION FOR EDITING CABLE

Make sure you connect the end with the core filter (plug which has 3 rings around the pin) to the camcorder.

Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays

.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “SIMPLE” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 32). Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control.

When connecting the cables, make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.

Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:

Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.

CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video cable.

When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input connector, a DV cable can be connected instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.

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GR-DVL109, GR-DVL309, GR-DVL308, GR-DVL108 specifications

The JVC GR-DVL series, including the GR-DVL308, GR-DVL309, GR-DVL108, and GR-DVL109, are notable products in the realm of compact digital camcorders, designed to cater to both amateur filmmakers and seasoned videographers. These models were released with a range of features that prioritize ease of use, excellent video quality, and robust functionality.

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