BR-DV3000U INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DV VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is
located on the rear of cabinet. Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No.
BR-DV3000U
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read
the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
BR-DV3000U
DV
VIDEO
CASSETTE
RECORDER
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
Printed in Thailand
LLT0024-001D-H
is a registered trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries.
© 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
®
®
Mini
PROFESSIONAL
SET
MENIU
EJECT
REC
PLAY
PAUSE
REW
STOP
FF
DVCAM NTSC
PAL REC INH.
CH-1/3
CH-2/4
BR-DV3000
A.DUB
OPERATE
INPUT SEL.
REMOTE SEL.
MIC
SERIAL
WIRELESS
9PIN
LINE
DV
Y/C
LLT0024-001D-H
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1. Read all of these instructions.
2. Save these instructions for later use.
3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5. Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
6. Do not use this appliance near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
7. Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance
may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
appliance.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered.The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase
unless proper ventilation is provided.
9. This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
10. This appliance system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third (grounding)
pin). This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
11. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be
abused by persons walking on it.
13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.
14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
15. Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the appliance.
16. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a.
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b.
If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c.
If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
appliance to normal operation.
e.
If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.
18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
ATTENTION
RISQUE D'ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D'ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITER.
AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N'EST
A REGLER PAR L'UTILISATEUR.
SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.
Le symbole de l'éclair à l'intérieur d'un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l'utilisateur sur la
présence d'une "tension dangereuse" non isolée
dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension est suffisante
pour provoquer l'électrocution de personnes.
Le point d'exclamation à l'intérieur d'un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l'utilisateur sur la
présence d'opérations d'entretien importantes au
sujet desquelles des renseignements se trouvent
dans le manuel d'instructions.
*Ces symboles ne sont utilisés qu'aux Etats-Unis.
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.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED
BY JVC COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the rear of the unit.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE
FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE
MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFER-
ENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE
THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
This unit should be used with 120 V AC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO
NOT use any other power source.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE
OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EX-
POSER L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A
LA PLUIE.
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur
du courant alternatif en 120 V.
ATTENTION:
Afin d'éviter tout resque d'incendie ou
d'électrocution, ne pas utiliser d'autres sources
d'alimentation électrique.
REMARQUE:
La plaque d'identification (numéro de série) se
trouve sur le panneau arrière de l'appareil.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de
bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils
numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme
sur le matériel brouilleur: "Appareils Numériques",
NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des Communica-
tions.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B
limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference-causing
equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus",
ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.
WARNING:
The battery used in the BR-DV3000U must be
replaced by a JVC authorized service dealer only.
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Thank you for purchasing our DV
Video Cassette Recorder BR-DV3000.
As this is a DV-format video cassette recorder,
video cassettes with the
or
logos can
be used with it.
DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for-
mat.
This VTR features dual support for NTSC and PAL.
Certain functions however, are supported by only
one signal system.They are indicated with (NTSC
only) or (PAL only).
In order to prevent crumpling due to tape
slack, please do not perform important record-
ing within the first and last 2 3 minutes run
of the tape.
Recorded video (music) is meant for personal
entertainment only and must not be used for
other purposes without the prior consent of
the copyright owner.
Our company shall not guarantee the content
of any recording effort should this VTR fail to
record normally due to defects, either of the
main unit itself or the video cassette tape.
MAIN FEATURES
DV format
High picture and sound quality by digital tech-
nology.
Compatible mechanisms for standard/mini
DV cassettes
It records on and plays back DV cassettes of the
standard and mini size. (SP mode only)
DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for-
mat.
A tape recorded with the DVCAM format can be
used only for playback for this VTR.
Equipped with composite and Y/C input &
output terminal devices.
Equipped with DV IN/OUT terminals.(IEEE1394)
It can exchange digital signals with IEEE1394-
compatible devices.
Dual support for NTSC/PAL
Switch between NTSC or PAL as required. This
makes it easy to work with internationally
sourced material and transfer it to a non-linear
system for editing.You can also record to Stand-
ard DV or Mini tape in either NTSC or PAL sys-
tem.
Wireless/wired remote control
It can be controlled with the provided wireless
remote controller or the optional wired remote
controller RM-G30.
Support for RS-422A interface
It can be used as a player for an editing system
that uses the RS-422A-compatible editing re-
mote controller RM-G820.
Recording/playback of time codes
Audio-dubbing (after-recording) function
Audio dubbing at a sampling frequency of 32kHz
is allowed on CH3 and CH4 (except during DV
input).
Backup recording function
By linking with other DV devices, long-duration
continuous recording is possible.
Indexed search and blank search function
It can search for indexed signal recorded posi-
tions or unrecorded parts.
Repeat play function
There are 3 types of repeat function. (INDEX/
VIDEO END/ TAPE END)
Can be placed in an upright position
With the use of the provided stand, it can be
positioned upright.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Precautions .................................................... 6
Daily maintenance and regular inspection ..... 7
Precautions on the use of cleaning tape ........ 8
Cassette tape ................................................. 8
Condensation ................................................. 9
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS
Front panel ................................................... 10
Rear panel .................................................... 14
Wireless remote controller ........................... 16
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
Regarding on-screen display ........................ 18
Status display ............................................... 19
Event display ................................................ 21
Alarm display ................................................ 22
PREPARATION
Provided wireless remote controller ............. 24
Power ........................................................... 26
Selecting the NTSC/PAL signal system ....... 28
OPERATION LOCK mode ............................ 29
Loading/ejecting cassettes ........................... 30
Setting/displaying date and time .................. 31
RECORDING
Connection and setting ................................ 34
Setting time codes ........................................ 36
Recording method ........................................ 38
Audio dubbing .............................................. 39
Backup recording function ............................ 40
Recording using the serial remote terminal ... 41
PLAYBACK
Connection/setting ....................................... 42
Basic playback method ................................ 44
Special playback function ............................. 45
Locate function ............................................. 47
Repeat playback ........................................... 48
Selecting playback audio output ................... 49
EDIT
Using the unit in an editing system .............. 50
MENU SCREEN
Structure of the menu ................................... 53
Setting the menu .......................................... 54
Contents of the menus ................................. 56
OTHERS
Placing the unit in an upright position .......... 65
Warning display ............................................ 66
Troubleshooting ............................................ 68
Checking the hour meter .............................. 69
Specification ................................................. 70
Supplement .................................................. 71
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