DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DVM5

ENGLISH

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INSTRUCTIONS

Model No. Serial No.

LYT0183-001B

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.
Using This Instruction Manual
All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( pg. 9). Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well. Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Warning on lithium cell battery (for remote control unit)
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100C (212F) or incinerate. Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electronic), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
It is recommended that you.
.. refer to Controls, Indications and Connectors ( pgs. 76 81) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.. read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages before use.
CAUTION (applies to the AC Charger Station):
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION:

NOTES:

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Charger Station is on its bottom.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The AA-V60U AC Charger Station should be used with: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.
CAUTION (applies to the AA-V60U)
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION (s'applique l'AA-V60U)
POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSCtype color 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 BN-V607U or BN-V615U battery pack and, to recharge it, the provided multi-voltage AC Charger Station AA-V60U. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

VIDEO Lens Luminance Signal (Y) Color Difference Signal (R-Y) Chrominance (C) Chromatic Analysis Color Difference Signal (B-Y) A/D conversion A/D conversion A/D conversion Signal compression A/D conversion Recording by rotating head helical scan

AUDIO Mic

This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape.
Tape direction Sub-Code Area 5.24 mm / 1/5" Video Area 6.35 mm / 1/4"
Audio Area ITI Area Head tracking direction 10 tracks/frame

1 Sub-Code Area

The Time Code and Date/Time data are written here, separate from the video data. This enables you to display the date and time during playback, even if they werent displayed while recording. The digital video signal is recorded here.

3 Audio Area

The digital audio signal is recorded here.
4 ITI (Insert and Tracking

Information) Area

Insert editing and post-recording editing tracking signals are recorded here.

2 Video Area

CONTENTS
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ABOUT DV GETTING STARTED
Charging The Battery Pack... 10 Installing The Battery Pack... 11 Indoor Use... 12 Using The Battery Holder.. 12 Date/Time Settings... 13 Loading/Unloading A Cassette... 14 Recording Mode Setting... 15 Grip Strap Attachment... 16 Tripod Mounting... 17 Diopter Adjustment... 17 Remote Control Unit... 18 Operation Mode... 19

RECORDING

Basic Recording... 20 Advanced Features... 27

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback... 50 Advanced Features... 52 Basic Connections.... 56 Advanced Connections... 60

EDITING

Dubbing... 62 Digital Dubbing... 63 Brand Setting... 64 Random Assemble Editing.. 65 For More Accurate Editing.. 68
TROUBLESHOOTING AFTER USE CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS
Camcorder... 76 AC Charger Station... 78 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording.. 79 LCD Monitor Indications During Playback And Digital Dubbing.. 80 Warning Indications... 81
CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS GLOSSARY OF TERMS INDEX

GETTING STARTED

Charging The Battery Pack
The battery pack has not been charged at the factory. Before using it, be sure to charge it with the AC Charger Station.

ATTACH

To AC outlet

DETACH

Power cord
Charger indicator DC OUT jack Power lamp
1 SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER 2 ATTACH BATTERY
Plug the AC Charger Stations power cord in to an AC outlet. The power lamp comes on. Attach while making sure the marks are facing down and aligned with the corresponding marks on the AC Charger Station. The Charger Indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started.
3 CONFIRM STATUS 4 DETACH BATTERY
Battery BN-V607U BN-V615U (optional)
When the charger indicator stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery in the direction of the arrow and lift off. Remember to unplug the AC Charger Stations power cord from an AC outlet. Approximate charging time 90 min. 180 min.

* The Battery Holder is included in the optional VU-V615KITU Battery Holder Kit. ** The BN-V856U battery, as well as the AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger for charging it, is included in the optional VU-V856KITU Extended-Use Battery Pack Kit.
Installing The Battery Pack
The battery pack has not been charged at the factory. Before installing it in the camcorder, be sure to charge it with the AC Charger Station ( pg. 10). It is also possible to charge the battery pack installed in the camcorder ( pg. 59).

Open switch (BATTERY)

1 OPEN BATTERY COVER 2 INSERT CHARGED BATTERY
Slide down the open switch.
Insert the mark end of the battery first. Inserting the battery backwards will result in malfunction.

3 CLOSE BATTERY COVER

To remove the battery pack, turn off the camcorder and open the the battery cover so that the battery pack comes out halfway. Then pull out the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

Battery cover Battery

GETTING STARTED (Cont.)

Indoor Use

When using the camcorder indoors, you can use the AC Charger Station (provided) instead of a battery.
Power lamp When power is supplied, the power lamp lights.
Slide down the open switch. Remove. To DC OUT jack

Coupler Core filter

1 CONNECT DC CORD TO CAMCORDER 3 SUPPLY POWER TO AC CHARGER STATION DC CORD 2 CONNECT STATION TO AC CHARGER NOTE:
Insert the coupler of the provided DC cord into the camcorder. Connect the DC cord to the AC Charger Stations DC OUT jack.
Plug the AC Charger Stations power cord into an AC outlet.
Since the AC Charger Station processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

Using The Battery Holder

For extended use, prepare the Battery Holder (included in the optional Battery Holder Kit VU-V615KITU), which can be loaded with one battery pack. This Battery Holder can be used together with the battery installed in the camcorder.
1 INSERT CHARGED BATTERY 2 ATTACH TO CAMCORDER
Camcorder connector Nub Mark
To insert a battery pack, slide the battery lock switch to the release position and insert the end first. To prevent the battery pack battery from falling out, be sure to slide the battery lock switch to the lock position. Insert the Battery Holders nub into the mounting socket on the bottom of the camcorder and slide the camcorder lock lever to the lock position. To detach the camcorder, press the release button on the lock lever and slide the lock lever to the release position. Then slide the battery lock switch to the release position.
Camcorder lock lever (with release button) Battery lock switch

Stop button Play/Pause button Rewind button

Power lamp Lock button

Fast-forward button

START/STOP button

The power lamp comes on.
Turn the Power Dial to PLAY while pressing down the lock button located on the dial.

5 START RECORDING

Turn the Power Dial to any operation mode except PLAY and OFF, then press START/ STOP. Start recording from a point prior to the end of the last recording. A few seconds of the end of the last recording will be erased.
PULL OUT VIEWFINDER OR OPEN LCD MONITOR
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor to approx. 90 degrees.

START SEARCH

Press 6/4, then press 2 or 3. Watch in the viewfinder or the LCD monitor for the spot where you want to begin recording. Once you find the spot at which you want to start recording, press 6/4 twice to engage the Still mode.
Even if you start recording from the end of the previous recording leaving no blank space, there may be situations where a clean transition is not possible.

4 ENGAGE STILL MODE

Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from 00:00:00 (minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code continues from the last time code number. To perform Random Assemble Editing ( pg. 65), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank portion is recorded partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from 00:00:00. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent leaving a blank portion on a tape, perform the procedure in Recording From The Middle of A Tape ( pg. 22) in the following cases; After playing back the recorded tape, when Display you shoot again. Time code is displayed When power shuts off during shooting. during playback. When a tape is removed and re-inserted during shooting. Minutes When shooting using a partially recorded tape. When shooting on a blank portion located Seconds partway through the tape. When shooting again after already shooting a Frames TC 12 : 34 : 24 scene and opening/closing the cassette cover. (30 frames = 1 second)

Self-Timer

Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture.
START/STOP button Lock button Power lamp
Self-Timer indication After 15 sec.

MANUAL REC

When the START/STOP button is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown below:

During recording

Begins blinking (Self-Timer starts)
Blinks quickly (Self-Timer shooting starts soon)
Stops blinking and stays on (Self-Timer shooting starts) 4 After approx. 15 sec.
1 SELECT OPERATION MODE 2
Turn the Power Dial to while pressing down the lock button located on the dial.
4 STOP SELF-TIMER RECORDING
Press START/STOP. The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby mode.
Pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor to approx. 90 degrees. The Self-Timer indication appears. The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. You can tilt the LCD monitor upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward and view yourself while self-recording (with the viewfinder pushed back).
5 END SELF-TIMER RECORDING
Set the Power Dial to the A , M or OFF position. When turning to OFF, it is not necessary to press down the lock button.

3 ENGAGE SELF-TIMER MODE

To Take A Snapshot In The Self-Timer Mode. in step 3, press SNAPSHOT instead of START/STOP. After 15 seconds, a 6-second still is recorded. After that,the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.
Press START/STOP. After 15 seconds, the beep sounds and recording begins.

Snapshot

Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession.

SNAPSHOT button

REC MODE SP WIDE MODE OFF ZOOM 40X DIS ON GAIN UP AGC TO DATE / TIME MENU 4 TO SYSTEM MENU
PHOTO MODE SCENE BEEP / TALLY WIND CUT SOUND MODE ID NUMBER DEMO. MODE

During snapshot

System Menu
First turn the Power Dial to M while pressing down the lock button located on the dial. Make sure the viewfinder is pulled out or the LCD monitor is open fully. Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears. Move the pointer and highlight bar to TO SYSTEM MENU by rotating the Select Dial. Press it and the System Menu appears.

5 SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS
2 ACCESS RECORDING MENU 3 ACCESS SYSTEM MENU 4 SELECT FUNCTION
Rotate the Select Dial to cycle through the available settings for the selected function, and stop when the desired setting appears. Then press it, and the pointer and highlight bar automatically move to RETURN. To set the parameters for a different function, repeat steps 4 and 5.

6 CLOSE SYSTEM MENU

Press the Select Dial twice. Setting is complete and the System Menu disappears.
FRAME 5S 5SD OFF ON 48kHz FULL ANIM. MULTI 4 PIN-UP MULTI 9

ON OFF 32kHz

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a computer [01 to 99].

PHOTO MODE

See pages 30 and 31.

WIND CUT

When activated, this mode helps cut down on noise created by wind. ONWhen shooting in high winds, set to ON to reduce noise. appears. The quality of the sound will change. This is normal. OFFThis function is disabled.
SCENE (5-Second Mode) ( pg. 28)
5SPressing START/STOP allows you to take a 5second clip. Press repeatedly for a succession of short recordings. 5SDIf you record a 5-second clip within 5 minutes after the previous one, the end of the old scene dissolves and is replaced by the new scene over a 2-second period. ANIM. (Animation)Each time you press START/ STOP, a 1/8-second recording is taken. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though its moving. Animation is not available in the LP mode. If you tried to record in the LP mode after setting ANIM., the recording mode indicator LP begins to blink, and recording goes on in the SP mode.
The Wind Cut mode is disabled during Full Auto operation.

SOUND MODE

Sound signals can be sampled at 32 kHz or 48 kHz. 32 kHzThis setting enables recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing with another digital camcorder. 48 kHzThis setting enables recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.
During use of SCENE effect, focus ( pg. 45) and exposure control ( pg. 46) enter Full Auto operation.

DISSOLVE WIPE CORNER WIPE WINDOW WIPE SLIDE WIPE DOOR WIPE SCROLL WIPE SHUTTER RANDOM

P.AE/Effects

If certain Fades or Wipes ( pg. 41, 42) are activated, some P.AE/Effects cannot be used. If you select a P.AE/Effect that is unusable in the current situation, the effects symbol begins flashing.
You can choose any one of the effects from the P.AE/Effect Menu. Display
P. AE / EFFECT FOCUS EXPOSURE W. BALANCE FADER / WIPE 4 P. AE / EFFECT AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

IMPORTANT:

1 SLOW XSLOW X10 OFF SEL. 4 1/60 SHUTTER 1/60 1/100 SHUTTER 1/100 1/250 SHUTTER 1/250 1/500 SHUTTER 1/500

P.AE/EFFECT Menu

The indicator for the selected mode appears, and the selected mode is engaged.
Move the pointer and highlight bar to the desired effect by rotating the Select Dial, then press it. The P.AE/Effect Menu disappears and the selected mode is activated. The symbol of the selected mode appears.
ACCESS MANUAL MODE ITEM MENU
Press the Select Dial and move the pointer and highlight bar to "P.AE/EFFECT" by rotating the Select Dial. Press the Select Dial. The P.AE/Effect Menu appears.
Press START/STOP. The image begins with the selected effect. To turn off the selected effect, re-access the P.AE/Effect Menu and move the pointer and highlight bar to OFF by rotating the Select Dial. Then press it.
3 ACCESS P.AE/EFFECT SELECT MENU 6 DISABLE P.AE/EFFECT
P.AE/Effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby.

Lock button Power Dial

SHUTTER (Variable Shutter (Speed)
1/60The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/100The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced. 1/250, 1/500These settings allow fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions.

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CLASSIC FILM
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.

5 SELECT TVS VIDEO MODE

Set the TV to the channel or mode appropriate for video playback.
It is recommended to use the AC Charger Station as the power supply instead of the battery pack. ( pg. 12) Never connect any other VIDEO/AUDIO cable than the provided VIDEO/AUDIO cable to the camcorders AV OUT connector. When using the provided VIDEO/AUDIO cable, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter improves performance of equipment. 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. To keep the camcorder's display from appearing on the TV screen during playback, press the IND. ON/OFF button for longer than 1 second. While the VIDEO/AUDIO cable is connected to the AV OUT connector, sound cannot be heard from the speaker.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV. Date/Time, Time Code. set to ON or OFF in the Playback Menu ( pg. 54). Playback Sound Mode Display. set the Power Dial to M , press the MENU button, and set ON SCREEN in the Date/ Time Menu ( pg. 13) to ON or OFF. Then set the Power Dial back to PLAY.
PLAYBACK Basic Connections (Cont.)
VCR/TV Connection (using AC Charger Station)

To AC outlet Power cord

Mark Power lamp CAMERA charger indicator Lock! To S-VIDEO OUT connector Core filter
Yellow to VIDEO White to AUDIO L

S-VIDEO cable (provided)

To S-VIDEO IN connector
VIDEO/AUDIO cable (provided) Core filter
White to AUDIO L Yellow to VIDEO
To VIDEO/AUDIO IN connectors Connect when the S-VIDEO cable is not used
1 CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS 2 ATTACH AND LOCKS
AC 3 CONNECT VCRCHARGER STATION TO TV OR
Align the mark on the camcorder with the one on the AC Charger Station and slide the camcorder to the AC Charger Station in the direction of the arrow. Slide the lock lever on the AC Charger Station in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. The camcorder and the AC Charger Station are now securely attached. When removing the camcorder, press the Release button and slide the lock lever in the opposite direction of the arrow and detach the camcorder in the opposite direction of the arrow. The AC Charger Station cannot function using the camcorders battery pack.
Connect as shown in the illustration above and plug the AC Charger Stations power cord into an AC outlet.
If Using A VCR. go to step 4. If not. go to step 5.

4 CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV INPUT
Refer to your VCRs instruction manual.

5 TURN ON POWER

Turn the Power Dial to PLAY while pressing down the lock button located on the dial and turn on the TV/VCR. Set the TV to the channel or mode appropriate for video playback.

6 SELECT TVS VIDEO MODE

Never touch the connector on the bottom of the camcorder or on the AC Charger Station. If the pins are damaged, the connectors will become unusable due to contact failure. Never connect any cable other than the provided cable to the AC Charger Stations VIDEO and AUDIO OUT connectors. When using the provided VIDEO/AUDIO cable or S-VIDEO cable, make sure you connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the AC Charger Station. The core filter improves performance of equipment. If TV/VCR is equipped with only one audio connector, use a conversion plug (commercially available). 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. To keep the camcorder's display from appearing on the TV screen during playback, press the IND. ON/OFF button for longer than 1 second.
Charging The Camcorder Battery Pack
If you attach the camcorder with the battery installed to the AC Charger Station, you can charge the battery pack. After doing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 58, plug the AC Charger Stations power cord into an AC outlet. The AC Charger Stations CAMERA charger indicator starts blinking to indicate that charging has begun. When it stops blinking but stays on, charging is complete. The charging time for one BN-V607U battery pack is approx. 90 minutes.
Charging Two Battery Packs
If two battery packs are attached to the AC Charger Station (one attached to the AC Charger Station and one in the camcorder attached to it), they will be charged in the order that they were attached. The charging time for two BN-V607U battery packs is approx. 180 minutes.
To charge the battery pack installed in the camcorder, be sure to switch off the camcorder first. If it is not switched off, charging will not begin. The charging time for a BN-V615U battery pack is approx. 180 minutes.
PLAYBACK Advanced Connections
Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector
Connection to the Digital Printer GV-DT1 (optional) allows you to print out the images or to transfer the captured image from the Digital Printer to a personal computer. It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. This function is called Digital Dubbing ( pg. 63), which offers virtually no image or sound deterioration.

17. When using Picture Wipe/ Dissolve ( pg. 39) or Dissolves during 5 second mode recording ( pg. 28), there is a delay of a fraction of a second between the previous record stoppoint and the Dissolve startpoint. This is normal, but this slight delay becomes especially noticeable when shooting fast-moving subject or during rapid panning.

TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont.)

18. The last selected editing scene is ending. At the end of the last selected scene for editing, the Power Dial was set to OFF. The power is off.
18. The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions dont work.
18. Select Picture Wipe or Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated ( pg. 39). Do not turn off the camcorders power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 39). The camcorder automatically shuts off after 5 minutes have elapsed in the Record-Standby mode. Make sure you continue operations within 5 minutes after engaging RecordStandby mode ( pg. 39). 19. Make sure the Squeeze mode, Cinema mode, or Slow Shutter effect is not activated when preparing to use the Picture Wipe function ( pg. 33, 44). 20. If you want the lighting to look more natural, set GAIN UP to AGC or OFF in the Recording Menu ( pg. 34). 21. Do not try to use the Classic Film or Strobe effect during a scene transition ( pg. 44). 22. Turn off Sepia or Monotone before setting White Balance ( pg. 43). 23. 24.
19. The Picture Wipe function doesnt work.
19. The Slow Shutter effect is activated. The Squeeze or Cinema mode is selected in the Recording Menu. 20. When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light and the image takes on an effect similar to Slow Shutter. 21. The Picture Wipe or Dissolve function is in use. 22. The Sepia or Monotone effect is activated. 23. This is a result of exceedingly high contrast, and is not a malfunction. 24. This is not a malfunction.
20. Even when Slow Shutter isn't selected, the image looks like it is activated. 21. There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe effect is activated. 22. White Balance cannot be activated. 23. When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. 24. When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant. 25. During recording, sound cannot be heard.
25. The optional headphones are not connected to the headphones connector. The sound volume of the headphones connector was not adjusted appropriately. The sound volume at this point is the same as the level it was adjusted to during playback.

During playback, the sound can be heard. Press this button to make the Menu appear.
IND.ON/OFF button ( pg. 24)
Connects to the AC Charger Station (provided) or the Battery Holder (optional).
Press and hold this button for more than approx. 1 second to make the indications appear on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
w Battery cover open switch (BATTERY)

( pg. 11)

Slide down to open the battery cover.
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS (Cont.)

AC Charger Station

1 DC charger ( pg. 10)
2 Camcorder attachment part ( pg. 58)
Attach the battery pack to charge.
6 S-VIDEO OUT connector ( pg. 58, 65)
Outputs S-Video signal. Connect to a video unit equipped with an SVideo connector.
3 Multi connector ( pg. 58)
Attach the camcorder to this part when charging the battery installed in the camcorder or when editing. The AC Charger Station can be connected with this camcorder through this connector. Never touch it with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if the pins are damaged, the connectors will become unusable due to contact failure. Using an editing cable, connect to the remote control or VCR.
7 VIDEO OUT connector ( pg. 58, 65) 8 AUDIO OUT connector [L/R]

( pg. 58, 65)

Connect to a TV or VCR using the VIDEO cable (provided).
4 EDIT connector ( pg. 65)

9 DC OUT jack ( pg. 12)

Connect to a TV or VCR using the Audio cable(s) (provided). Connect the DC cord (provided) and plug it into the camcorder.
5 JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer using JLIP Player Pack (optional) etc. NOTE:
Make sure that the camcorder is turned on while connecting the camcorder to a PC using the AC Charger Stations JLIP connector. If the camcorder is turned off (because the Power Dial is set to OFF or due to Auto Shut Off* etc.) while the JLIP program software is used, it will be impossible to control the connected devices from the computer. In such a case, first try turning the camcorder on again, or unplug the JLIP connection cable from the AC Charger Stations JLIP connector. Then, initialize or run the software again. * Auto Shut Off: If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode or in the Pause mode, the camcorders power shuts off automatically to conserve energy.
0 Lock lever (with release button)

( pg. 58)

Slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow to connect to the camcorder. To detach the camcorder, press the release button and slide the lock lever in the opposite direction of the arrow.

Displays the sound mode. Displays the recording mode. Appears while a tape is running. 4 : Playback 3 : Fast-Forward/High-speed search 2 : Rewind/High-speed search 6 : Pause 64 : Forward slow-motion 16 : Reverse slow-motion 34 : Recording* Appears while in the digital dubbing mode.* Displays the date/time. Displays the brightness of the screen or the speaker volume. Displays the time code. ( pg. 63) ( pg. 55) ( pg. 24, 51) ( pg. 55) ( pg. 55)
* Appears during digital dubbing when this camcorder is used as a recorder ( pg. 63).

Warning Indications

INDICATIONS FUNCTION
Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high
Remaining power level: exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when no tape is loaded, or when the erase protection tab is set to SAVE. ( pg. 14)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. ( pg. 83) Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, the camcorder turns off automatically.
TAPE! TAPE END SET DATE/TIME!
Appears for 10 seconds after power is turned on if there's no tape loaded. Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. Appears when the date/time is not set. Appears when the built-in rechargeable battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. ( pg. 24) ( pg. 13) ( pg. 13)

E01 E06

The error indications (E01 E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Press the reset button after removing the power supply (battery, etc.), and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. ( pg. 74)

CAUTIONS

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specifications Charging.. 10C to 35C (50F to 95F) Operation. 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage.. 10C to 30C (14F to 86F) Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20C (68F). The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.
When using the AC Charger Station in areas other than the USA The provided AC Charger Station features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the units power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a Siemens Plug, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Plug adapter

SPECIFICATIONS

General
Power Power consumption Format Signal format Video signal recording format Cassette Tape Speed Maximum recording time Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Dimensions Weight
: DC 6.3 V (using AC Adapter Charger Station) DC 7.2 V (using Battery) : Approx. 6.5 W (viewfinder on) Approx. 7.5 W (LCD monitor on) : DV Format (SD mode) : NTSC Standard : Digital Component Recording : MINI DV Cassette : SP: 18.8 mm/s LP: 12.5 mm/s : SP: 60 min. LP: 90 min. (using M-DV60ME cassette) : 1/4" CCD : F1.8, f = 3.6 to 36 mm, 10:1 Power Zoom Lens : 27 mm (with the lens hood attached) 25.5 mm (with the lens hood detached) : 2.5", 180,000 pixels, TFT/LCD panel : 0.55" color LCD, 113,000 pixels : 0 to 40C (32F to 104F) : 35 to 80% : 20 to 50C (4F to 122F) : 47 (W) x 135 (H) x 81 (D) mm (1-7/8" x 5-3/8" x 3-1/4") (with the LCD monitor closed or with the viewfinder pushed back in) : Approx. 440 g (1.0 lbs) (without cassette and battery) Approx. 530 g (1.2 lbs) (incl. cassette and battery)
Output DV output/input : 1 Vp-p, 75 unbalanced, analog output (via 3.5 mm AV output connector) : 4-pin, IEEE1394 conformity, digital output/input
Output Headphone output External microphone input Speaker : : : : 8 dBs, 1 k analog output (via 3.5 mm AV output connector) Stereo (via 3.5 mm AV output connector) 62 dBs, high impedance unbalanced with 3.5 mm (stereo) Monaural

SPECIFICATIONS (Cont.)

Power U.S.A. and Canada Other Countries Power consumption Output power Operating temperature Dimensions Weight : : : : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz AC 110 to 240 V`, 50/60 Hz 20 W DC 7.2 V , 0.77 A (charge) DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A (VTR) : 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) (when charging, 10C to 35C (50F to 95F)) : 80 mm (W) x 39 mm (H) x 146 mm (D) (3-3/16" x 1-9/16" x 5-3/4") : Approx. 360 g (0.8 lbs)

Connectors

S-Video Video Audio JLIP Editing : Y: 1Vp-p, 75 , analog output C: 0.29 Vp-p, 75 , analog output : 1Vp-p, 75 , analog output : 8 dBs, 1 k, analog output : 3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head jack (compatible with RC-5325 plug) : 3.5 mm diameter, 2-pole
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Sony DCR-PC1E Sony DCR-PC2E Sony DCR-PC3E Sony DCR-PC4E Sony DCR-PC5E Sony DCR-PC6E Sony DCR-PC7E Sony DCR-PC10E Sony DCR-SC100E Sony DCR-TRV5E Sony DCR-TRV6E Sony DCR-TRV7E Sony DCR-TRV8E Sony DCR-TRV9E Sony DCR-TRV10E Sony DCR-TRV11E Sony DCR-TRV15E Sony DCR-TRV17E Sony DCR-TRV110E Sony DCR-TRV120E Sony DCR-TRV125E Sony DCR-TRV130E Sony DCR-TRV210E Sony DCR-TRV220E Sony DCR-TRV230E Sony DCR-TRV235E Sony DCR-TRV310E Sony DCR-TRV320E Sony DCR-TRV325E Sony DCR-TRV410E Sony DCR-TRV420E Sony DCR-TRV430E
Sony DCR-TRV510E Sony DCR-TRV520E Sony DCR-TRV530E Sony DCR-TRV725E Sony DCR-TRV890E Sony DCR-TRV7000E Sony DCR-TRV7100E Sony DCR-TRV8000E Sony DCR-TRV8100E Sony DCR-VX700E Sony DCR-VX1000E Sony DCR-VX9000E Sony DSR-200P

Panasonic

Panasonic NV-DA1 Panasonic NV-DS1 Panasonic NV-DS5 Panasonic NV-DS8 Panasonic NV-DS11 Panasonic NV-DS12 Panasonic NV-DS15 Panasonic NV-DS25 Panasonic NV-DS27 Panasonic NV-DS33 Panasonic NV-DS35 Panasonic NV-DS37 Panasonic NV-DS55 Panasonic NV-DS77 Panasonic NV-DS88
JVC GR-DV1 JVC GR-DV3 JVC GR-DVF1 JVC GR-DVF10 JVC GR-DVJ70 JVC GR-DVL20 JVC GR-DVL30 JVC GR-DVL40 JVC GR-DVL100 JVC GR-DVL108 JVC GR-DVL140 JVC GR-DVL150 JVC GR-DVL300 JVC GR-DVL308 JVC GR-DVL355 JVC GR-DVL450 JVC GR-DVL555 JVC GR-DVL9000 JVC GR-DVL9200 JVC GR-DVL9500 JVC GR-DVL9700 JVC GR-DVM1 JVC GR-DVM5 JVC GR-DVP1 JVC GR-DVX JVC GR-DVX4 JVC GR-DVX7 JVC GR-DVX8 JVC GR-DVX9 JVC GR-DVX44 JVC GR-DVX77 JVC GY-DV500E

Thomson

Thomson VMD2 Thomson VMD3 Thomson VMD8 VDM8 Thomson VMD10 VDM10 Thomson VMD120 VDM120
Metz CC34 Metz CD34 Metz CE34 Metz CF34 Metz CG34

Grundig

Grundig DLC1 Grunding DLC10 Grundig DLC20 Grundig DLC1000 Grundig DLC1500 Grundig DLC1505
Canon MV 1 Canon MV 3 Canon MV 3MC Canon MV 10 Canon MV 20 Canon MV 30 Canon MV 100 Canon MV 200 Canon MV 300 Canon MV 400 Canon MV 425 Canon MV 430 Canon MV 450
Panasonic NV-DS99 Panasonic NV-DX1 Panasonic NV-DX100 Panasonic NV-EX1 Panasonic NV-EX3 Panasonic NV-EZ10 Panasonic NV-EZ30 Panasonic NV-MX1 Panasonic MV-MX5 Panasonic NV-MX12 Panasonic NV-MX400 Panasonic NV-MX450
Compatibility list with the DV Max version 2.3

enabler

not compatible restrictions compatible
Camcorders With Adaptator
Sony DCR-PC7E. Adaptator VM-LM7
Sony DCR-IP5 Sony DCR-IP7 Sony DCR-PC8E Sony DCR-PC9E Sony DCR-PC100E Sony DCR-PC101E Sony DCR-PC110E Sony DCR-PC120E Sony DCR-TRV20E Sony DCR-TRV25E Sony DCR-TRV30E Sony DCR-TRV50E Sony DCR-TRV240E Sony DCR-TRV330E Sony DCR-TRV620E Sony DCR-TRV720E
Canon MV 3i Canon MV 3iMC Canon MV 4i Canon MV 4iMC Canon MV 5i Canon MV 5iMC Canon MV 20i Canon MV 30i Canon MV 200i Canon MV 300i Canon MV 400i Canon MV 430i Canon MV Canon450i Canon MV 500i Canon MV 1 Canon MV 530i Canon MV 3 Canon MV 550i Canon MV X1i Canon XM-1 Canon XL-1 Canon XL-1S
Panasonic AG-DVC15E Panasonic AG-DVC200 Panasonic AG-EZ35 Panasonic NV-DS28 Panasonic NV-DS30 Panasonic NV-DS38 Panasonic NV-DS89 Panasonic NV-DS110 Panasonic NV-DS150 Panasonic NV-DS990 Panasonic NV-DS999 Panasonic NV-DX110EG Panasonic NV-EX215 Panasonic NV-GS3 Panasonic NV-GS5 Panasonic NV-GX7 Panasonic NV-MX7 Panasonic NV-MX8 Panasonic NV-MX300 Panasonic NV-MX350

JVC GR-DV300 JVC GR-DV2000 JVC GR-DV3000 JVC GR-DVL107 JVC GR-DVL109 JVC GR-DVL157 JVC GR-DVL167 JVC GR-DVL301 JVC GR-DVL307 JVC GR-DVL309 JVC GR-DVL357 JVC GR-DVL367 JVC GR-DVL557 JVC GR-DVL567 JVC GR-DVL767 JVC GR-DVL867 JVC GR-DVL9600E JVC GR-DVL9800E JVC GR-DVLX88 JVC GR-DVP3 JVC GR-DVP7
Canon MV 20.. Adaptator DU-200
Panasonic NV-DS1. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS5. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS27. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS33. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS35. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS37. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS55. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS77. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS99. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DX100.. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-EX1. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-EX3. Dockingstation Metz CC34.. Adaptator Grundig DLC1.. Adaptator

Restriction

Sony DCR-SC100. Serial Number < 10200 Sony DCR-TRV9E.. Serial Number < 52500 Sony DCR-VX1000E. Serial Number < 42300 Sony DCR-VX9000E. Serial Number < 15900 Panasonic NV-DS27. Serial Number < J. Panasonic NV-DS88. If bought before 2002 JVC GR-DVL140. If bought before Sept. 01 JVC GR-DVL150. If bought before Sept. 01
Sony DCR-TRV730E Sony DCR-TRV740E Sony DCR-TRV820E Sony DCR-TRV828E Sony DCR-TRV830E Sony DCR-TRV900E Sony DCR-TRV950E Sony DCR-PDX10P Sony DCR-PD100 Sony DCR-PD150AP Sony DCR-PD250P Sony DCR-VX2000E Sony DCR-RP150AP

Grundig DLC2000

Thomson VMD20 Thomson VMD22 Thomson VMD130 Thomson VMD140 Thomson VMD160MS Thomson VMD170 Thomson VMD270FM Thomson VMX142
JVC GR-DVX10 JVC GR-DVX88 JVC GR-DVX407 JVC GR-DVX507 JVC GR-DVX707 JVC GR-DVY550 JVC GR-DV300
Thomson VMD2 Thomson VMD5 VMD3 Thomson VMD5GR VDM8 Thomson VMD6GR VDM10 Thomson VMD9 VDM120
JVC GR-DVL355. If bought before Sept. 01 JVC GR-DVL450. If bought before Sept. 01 JVC GR-DVL555. If bought before Sept. 01 JVC GR-DVX44.. If bought before Sept. 01 JVC GR-DVX77.. If bought before Sept. 01