JVC GR-DVL820 User manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

GETTING STARTED

7 – 14

TAPE

RECORDING & PLAYBACK

15 – 24

TAPE RECORDING ........................

16 – 20

TAPE PLAYBACK ..........................

21 – 24

MEMORY CARD

RECORDING & PLAYBACK

25 – 36

MEMORY CARD RECORDING .........

26 – 27

MEMORY CARD PLAYBACK ............

28 – 29

ADVANCED FEATURES ....................

30 – 36

ADVANCED FEATURES

37 – 66

FOR RECORDING ...........................

38 – 45

USING MENUS FOR

DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ..............

46 – 51

DUBBING .....................................

52 – 53

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

...

54 – 64

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ..................

65 – 66

REFERENCES

67 –

Back Cover

DETAILS .............................................

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................

69 – 73

USER MAINTENANCE ............................

CAUTIONS ....................................

75 – 77

SPECIFICATIONS ...........................

78 – 79

INDEX .........................................

80 – 86

TERMS ...............................

87 –

Back Cover

LYT0963-001A

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INSTRUCTIONS

GR-DVL1020

GR-DVL820

GR-DVL520

GR-DVL320

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

The camcorder illustrations

appearing in this instruction

manual are of the

GR-DVL1020.

Memory card recording

features are available on

GR-DVL1020, GR-DVL820

and GR-DVL520

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

A/A-S/EA Printed in Japan

0202HOV

SD Memory Card .................................. Zpg. 14, 76

Self-Recording ............................................ Zpg. 17

Sepia ........................................................... Zpg. 39

Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. Zpg. 58

Shuttle Search ............................................ Zpg. 21

Shutter Speed ............................................. Zpg. 39

Slow-Motion Playback........................... Zpg. 21, 56

Slow Shutter................................................ Zpg. 39

Snapshot ............................................... Zpg. 26, 42

Snapshot Mode ........................................... Zpg. 42

Snow ........................................................... Zpg. 39

Sound Mode.................................... Zpg. 47, 50, 51

Speaker Volume.......................................... Zpg. 21

Specifications ........................................ Zpg. 78, 79

Sports.......................................................... Zpg. 39

Spotlight ...................................................... Zpg. 39

Squeeze ...................................................... Zpg. 48

Still Playback............................................... Zpg. 21

Strobe ......................................................... Zpg. 39

Tally ............................................................. Zpg. 48

Tele Macro .................................................. Zpg. 48

Time Code..................................... Zpg. 20, 49 – 51

Tripod Mounting .......................................... Zpg. 10

Twilight ........................................................ Zpg. 39

Unload ATape ............................................. Zpg. 12

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position .............. Zpg. 17

Video Light .................................................. Zpg. 19

WebCam ..................................................... Zpg. 66

White Balance............................................. Zpg. 45

Wide Mode .................................................. Zpg. 48

Wind Cut ..................................................... Zpg. 48

Wipe In/Out ........................................... Zpg. 40, 41

Zooming ...................................................... Zpg. 18

See previous page as well.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.

•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

..... refer to the Index (Zpgs. 80 – 86) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use

of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 75 through 77 before use.

NOTES:

●The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety

caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the

main unit.

●The rating information and safety caution of the

AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and

precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTIONS:

●If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from

the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it down and

unplug it immediately. Continue using the

camcorder or AC Adapter under these conditions

could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your

JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction

yourself.

●To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel.

●When you are not using the AC Adapter for a

long period of time, it is recommended that you

disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

CAUTION:

To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit,

first firmly insert the small end of the power

cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer

wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the

power cord into an AC outlet.

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides

to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws

governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,

potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

CAUTIONS:

●This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for

playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder

playback are possible anywhere.

●

Use the JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the

camcorder from anAC outlet, use the provided multi-voltageAC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate

conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs ofAC outlets in different countries.)

Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the

malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.

When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap. Carrying or holding the

camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.

Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as

they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving the unit on top of the TV is not

recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

nThis camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards* marked “ ” or

“” can be used with this unit.

Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .

.... make sure you only use memory cards* with the mark or .

.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without

proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or

exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

* Memory cards can be used with GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

NOTE:

In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more

core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder.

Remote

Control Unit

RM-V717U

AAA (R03) Battery

x 2 (for remote

control unit)

Audio/Video Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug to

RCA plug)

Editing Cable

GR-DVL320:

One plug has 3 rings

around the pin, and the

other has 1 ring around

the pin.

GR-DVL1020/DVL820/

DVL520:

Both plugs have 1 ring

around the pin.

Shoulder Strap

Memory Card 8 MB

(GR-DVL1020/DVL820/

DVL520 only) (Already

inserted in the

camcorder)

USB Cable (GR-DVL1020/

DVL820/DVL520 only)

Battery Pack

BN-V408U

AC Adapter AP-V10EG or

AP-V12EG

Lens Cap

(See below for

attachment)

PC Connection Cable

(GR-DVL320 only)

Power Cord

Lens hood (Already

attached to the camcorder;

GR-DVL1020/DVL820 only)

How To Attach The Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

NOTE:

To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

Core Filter x 1

(for optional S-Video

cable Z pg. 6 for

attachment)

1 2 3

For GR-DVL1020/

DVL820 Owners:

The lens cap can be

attached only when

the lens hood is

attached to the

camcorder.

CD-ROM

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO

MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

nAutomatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for

about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to “

AUTO

” or

“

MANUAL

” and no cassette is in the camcorder.

nPerforming any operation during the demonstration stops the

demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more

than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.

n“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is

turned off.

nTo cancel Automatic Demonstration:

1. Set the Power Switch to “

MANUAL

” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch and press the MENU/

BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

2. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ SYSTEM”

and press it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.

3. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “DEMO MODE”

and press it. The Sub Menu appears.

4. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “OFF” and press it.

5. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “ RETURN”,

and press it twice. The normal screen appears.

NOTE:

If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the

Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

MODEDEMO – ON

OFF

MENU/BRIGHT Wheel

Sub Menu

GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520

only

Lock Button

Power Switch

How ToAttach The Core Filter

Attach the Core Filter(s) (if provided with your model Zpg. 5) to an optional cable(s). The Core Filter

reduces interference.

Release the

stoppers on both

ends of the Core

Filter.

Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx.

3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core Filter.

Wind the cable once around the outside of the Core Filter

as shown in the illustration.

• Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

Close the Core Filter until it

clicks shut.

3 cm

Stopper

nWhen connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.

Wind once

GETTING STARTED

CONTENTS

Power.................................................. 8 – 9

Grip Adjustment ......................................... 10

Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. 10

Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................. 10

Tripod Mounting .......................................... 10

Date/Time Settings...................................... 11

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ......................... 12

Recording Mode Setting ................................. 13

Loading A Memory Card

(GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only) ....................... 14

Picture Quality/Image Size Setting

(GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only) ....................... 14

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U (optional)

BN-V428U (optional)

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 3 hrs.

approx. 5 hrs.

Power

This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets

you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do

not use provided power supply units with other

equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

1Tilt the viewfinder upward 1. With the arrow on

the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery

pack slightly against the battery pack mount 2, then

slide down the battery pack until it locks in place 3.

2Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder 4, then connect the Power

Cord to the AC Adapter 5.

3Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet 6.

The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate charging has started.

4When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays

lit, charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from

the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the

camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.....Press BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery

pack.

NOTES:

●If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack,

remove it first.

●During charging, the camcorder cannot be operated.

●Charging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is

used.

●When charging the battery pack for the first time or

after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp may not

light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the

camcorder, then try charging again.

●If the battery operation time remains extremely short

even after having been fully charged, the battery is

worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a

new one.

●Using the optional AA-V40 AC Power Adapter/Charger,

you can charge the BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery

pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be

used as an AC adapter.

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

To AC outlet

Battery pack

AC Adapter

CHARGE Lamp

To DC

connector

BATT. RELEASE Button

Power Switch

For other notes, Zpg. 68

ATTENTION

Before detaching the power source, make sure that

the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so

can result in a camcorder malfunction.

NOTES:

●Recording time is reduced significantly under the

following conditions:

• Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged

repeatedly.

• The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

•The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

●Before extended use, it is recommended that you

prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the

planned shooting time.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1of “CHARGING THE BATTERY

PACK” (Zpg. 8).

Approximate recording time

GR-DVL520/DVL320

( ) : when the video light is on

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the

illustration).

NOTES:

●The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage

selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●For other notes, Zpg. 68.

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U

(optional)

BN-V428U

(optional)

BN-V840U

(optional)

BN-V856U

(optional)

LCD monitor on

1 hr.

(35 min.)

2hrs.

(1 hr. 10 min.)

3 hrs. 30 min.

(2 hrs.)

5hrs.

(2 hrs. 50 min.)

7 hrs.

(4 hrs.)

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 15 min.

(40 min.)

2 hrs. 30 min.

(1 hr. 20 min.)

4 hrs. 20 min.

(2 hrs. 20 min.)

6 hrs. 10 min.

(3 hrs. 20 min.)

8 hrs. 40 min.

(4 hrs. 40 min.)

INFORMATION

The extended-use battery pack kit is a set composed

of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/Charger:

VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15 AC

Power Adapter/Charger

VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80 AC

Power Adapter/Charger

Read the kit's instruction manual before using.

Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC

Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-

V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply

power directly to the camcorder.

To DC connector

To AC outlet

AC Adapter

Approximate recording time

GR-DVL1020/DVL820

( ) : when the video light is on

Battery pack

BN-V408U

BN-V416U

(optional)

BN-V428U

(optional)

BN-V840U

(optional)

BN-V856U

(optional)

LCD monitor on

55 min.

(35 min.)

1 hr. 55min.

(1 hr. 15 min.)

3 hrs. 25 min.

(2 hrs. 15 min.)

4 hrs. 25 min.

(2 hrs. 55 min.)

6 hrs. 40 min.

(4 hrs. 15 min.)

Viewfinder on

1 hr. 10 min.

(45 min.)

2 hrs. 25 min.

(1 hr. 30 min.)

4 hrs. 20 min.

(2 hrs. 40 min.)

5 hrs. 40 min.

(3 hrs. 30 min.)

8 hrs. 30 min.

(5 hrs. 5 min.)

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