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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
LYT0451-001A
INSTRUCTIONS
EN
GR-DVL48
GR-DVL38
GR-DVL33
GR-DVL28
Please visit our CyberCam Homepage on the
World Wide Web and answer our Consumer
Survey (in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2 ­ 4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
5
GETTING STARTED
6 ­ 11
Power ............................................ 6
Date/Time Settings ............................ 8
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 9
Recording Mode Setting ..................... 10
Grip Adjustment .............................. 11
Viewfinder Adjustment ...................... 11
Shoulder Strap Attachment ................. 11
Tripod Mounting ............................... 11
RECORDING
12 ­ 28
Basic Recording ............................... 12
Advanced Features ........................... 17
PLAYBACK
29 ­ 35
Basic Playback ................................ 29
Advanced Features ........................... 30
Basic Connections ............................. 32
Advanced Connections ....................... 34
TAPE DUBBING
36 ­ 37
Tape Dubbing .................................. 36
Digital Dubbing ................................ 37
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
UNIT
38 ­ 48
Random Assemble Editing ................... 42
For More Accurate Editing ................... 46
Audio Dubbing ................................. 48
TROUBLESHOOTING
49 ­ 53
USER MAINTENANCE
54
CAUTIONS
55 ­ 57
INDEX
58 ­ 62
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 58
Indications ..................................... 60
Terms ........................................... 62
SPECIFICATIONS
63


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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 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 (
pgs. 58 ­ 62) 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 55 through 57 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 100°C or incinerate.
Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
CAUTIONS:
If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down
and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger 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 Power Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that
you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.


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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 Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
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 BN-V214U battery pack and, to recharge it, the provided multi-
voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommo-
date different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)


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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 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, Editing, DC, 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.
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette. Only cassettes marked
can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .
.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark
.
.... 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, perform-
ance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permis-
sion beforehand.)


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· AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V20ED or
AA-V20SH
·Remote Control
Unit RM-V711U
·Battery Pack BN-V214U
·Lithium Battery CR2025
(for remote control unit)
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·Shoulder Strap
·Audio/Video (A/V) Cable
[RCA plug to RCA plug]
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
·Core Filter
(for optional DV cable)
·Core Filter (for provided editing
cable or optional JLIP cable*)
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How to Attach The Core Filter
Attach the provided Core Filter to the provided editing cable, optional DV cable or optional JLIP cable.
The Core Filter reduces interference.
1. Release the
stoppers on both
ends of the Core
Filter.
2. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving
approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable
plug and the Core Filter. Wind the cable
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.
3. Close the Core Filter until it
clicks shut.
Connect the end of the cable
with the Core Filter to the
camcorder.
3 cm
Stopper
Editing cable and JLIP cable:
Wind once.
DV cable: Wind twice.
·PC Connection Cable
*Necessary for use with the provided software.
·Editing Cable
·CD-ROM
The CD ROM contains the following
5 software programmes:
· JLIP Video Capture
· JLIP Video Producer
Presto!
· Mr. Photo
· PhotoAlbum
· ImageFolio
·DC Cord
·S-Video Cable