What is the Digital Video DV format?

Digital Video

What is the Digital Video (DV) format?

Digital Video is the preferred file format for high quality video, usually captured via a digital video camera. It is a super high-resolution format that exceeds the quality of S-VHS. The images are crisp, bright and have excellent depth and contrast. The information is stored on the video tape in digital form, so it can be copied over and over without any loss.

The DV standard defines all aspects of the so called "DV" or Digital Video camcorders, including tape recording format and form factor, video compression algorithms and also digital data transmissions.

What are the benefits of Digital Video?

A digital video camera actually puts professional video capabilities into the hands of just about everyone. Transferring your video to your notebook is made extremely simple, as is the actual editing of the video, thanks to specific software applications.

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NEC M380 manual What is the Digital Video DV format?, What are the benefits of Digital Video?

Contents

NEC Versa M380 Series Table of Contents Electronic User’s Guide Text SetupAbout Your Electronic User’s Guide For specific models only Basic Care and Handling Tips Precautions for Notebook Use Be sure to follow these power cord safety tips Routine Cleaning Storage Requirements Introducing Your NEC Versa Getting to Know Your Notebook Front View of the Notebook Description LEDs Indicator WirelessPower Email Button Back View of the Notebook Left Side View of the Notebook Right Side View of the Notebook Battery Security Lock Battery Bay Battery Release Latch Bottom View of the Notebook Keyboard LED Behaviour Only This indicates that ECO mode is enabled Indicates that Wireless LAN is enabledWireless technology board Green Indicator Function Keys Power ButtonOptional Accessories Using the Touchpad Touchpad Tips Power Sources AC Adaptor Using the Battery Powering The Notebook On and OffConnecting the AC Adaptor Connect the AC adaptor as follows Conserving Battery Power Charging the BatteryLow Battery Power Power Management Features Replacing the Battery Battery Precautions Removing the Battery in your Notebook Installing the Battery in your Notebook Handling the Battery Disposing of the Battery Bios Setup Menus Introducing Bios Setup for Windows VistaEntering Bios Setup Use Bios Setup to Introducing Bios Setup for Windows XP Press F2 to Enter Bios Setup F8 to Display Boot Order Updating the Bios Windows Vista Operating System Introduction Windows Vista Operating System SetupFor Windows Vista Operating system setup Windows Vista Operating Systems Windows Language Selection Dual Boot 2 languagesFor Hong Kong dual boot models only Taskbar Icons Windows Vista Operating SystemDesktop Icons Start Menu Technical Support Information Power Plan Managing System Power Windows Vista Operating SystemWindows Vista Operating System Power Options Properties Alarms Advanced Tips for Using Windows Vista Frequently Asked Questions FAQ Windows Vista Only applicable to Windows XP Windows XP Operating System IntroductionWindows XP Operating Systems Windows XP Operating System Setup For Windows XP Operating system setup Introduction → Windows XP Operating System Setup Windows XP Operating System Among the new features areIntroduction Professional versus Home Edition Start Menu Desktop IconsTaskbar Icons Power schemes Windows XP Operating System Power Options PropertiesManaging System Power Windows XP Operating System Technical Support Information None Checked Power MeterHibernate Go to Start, Turn off computer, Standby Close the LCD panel Windows XP Operating System Power Management StatesRecognising the Power Management States Restarting in Safe Mode Tips for Using Windows XPBooting in Safe Mode Debugging Mode Changing the AutoPlay SettingChanging the Display Resolution Internet Connection Wizard Establishing Passwords Click on Start, Control Panel, and Appearance and Themes Customising the Taskbar Customising the Desktop System Configuration Label Applications Adobe Reader Bluetooth Wireless Technology Blu-ray Page Import All Kinds of File Formats Including Record TV CyberLink MakeDiscEasy DVD Burning for the Digital Home Create Stylish DVD Menus Data Easy Media CreatorMusic Back Up More Features Advanced Options Intel Turbo Memory McAfee Personal Firewall Proven security that helps prevent hacker attacks Key Features McAfee SecurityCenter McAfee VirusScan Proven security that protects against viruses and spyware Norton Internet SecurityTM SRS Premium Sound Optical Drive Using your NEC Versa Removable Disk DrivesGeneral Information about Optical Discs Disc Loading Disc Care Optical Disc Drive Care Bays Hard Disk Drive Protecting Your Notebook From Damage Protecting Your Notebook From Power OutagesTaking Care of Your Notebook Keeping Your Notebook in Good Condition Security Operating Environment Daily Preventive MaintenanceFirst Time Use Weekly Shipping Your Notebook Use these steps to prepare your notebook for shipping Modem Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyConnecting using a Modem Local Area Network LAN What To Take Power ConnectionsPreparing for Travel Getting Through Customs Connecting / Using Your Modem Connecting / Using a LAN Using Peripheral Devices USB Devices Audio Video Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Vary Your Workday Practise Some Stretching Exercises Check the following Arrange Your EquipmentYour Chair Your Screen Your DeskYour Input Devices Practise Some Stretching Exercises Reducing the Risk of InjuriesVary Your Workday Three Stages of Repetitive Strain Injury Potential Medical ConditionsRepetitive Strain Injury Epilepsy Warning Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Problem Checklist Problem Resolution Start-Up Problems If You Need Assistance Recovery Information for Windows Vista only NEC Recovery Program from backup partition Backup your personal files Full RecoveryPartial Recovery Return your notebook to its original configurationPage Page If You Wish to Perform a Full Recovery Other files Recovery Information for Windows XP only Starting the Recovery Program If you wish to perform a Complete Recovery Select Partial Recovery and click on Next Frequently Asked Questions Where can I find the call centre phone number? Technical Support Boot ProblemsComputer Viruses Is my notebook virus-free? What is a computer virus?What can I do to keep my notebook virus-free? What are the different types of viruses? Internet How do I connect to the internet? How do search engines work? How can I narrow down a search on the Internet? Are cookies a threat to privacy? Digital Video and Ieee 1394 DevicesIeee 1394 Devices Can a virus attach itself to cookies? What are the benefits of Digital Video? What is the Digital Video DV format?Digital Video Safety Notices Radio Frequency Interference Statement Safety WarningModifications to the Product Radio Frequency Interference Protected Extra Low Voltage Pelv Safety Extra Low Voltage SelvConnections and Remote Earth Remote Earth Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and Maldives Power Supply and CablesPower Supply Philippines Batteries Radio-communication Regulation if applicable Laser Compliance StatementThunderstorm Warning Additional Notices Recommended Environment Electrostatic Discharge ESD and ESD ProtectionProduct Storage Environment Guidelines Operation Term Definition LAN Wireless LANGlossary Ieee 107 108 Disclaimer CopyrightCopyright Trademarks Official Name of the Software Used