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LYT0755-001A
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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DV2000
INSTRUCTIONS
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Web and answer our Consumer Survey
(in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 5
GETTING STARTED
6 ­ 15
RECORDING
16 ­ 37
Basic Recording For Video ........................ 16
Basic Recording For Digital Still Camera
(D.S.C.) ............................................ 19
Basic Recording For Video And D.S.C. .......... 20
Advanced Features For Video And D.S.C. ...... 22
PLAYBACK
38 ­ 51
Basic Playback For Video ......................... 38
Advanced Features For Video ................... 39
Basic Playback For D.S.C. ........................ 42
Advanced Features For D.S.C. ................... 44
CONNECTIONS
52 ­ 55
Basic Connections .................................. 52
Advanced Connections ............................ 54
DUBBING
56 ­ 60
Dubbing To A VCR ................................. 56
Dubbing From A VCR .............................. 57
Dubbing To A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector ................ 58
Dubbing From A Video Unit
Equipped With A DV Connector ................ 59
Dubbing Images Recorded
On A Tape To A Memory Card ................. 60
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
61 ­ 72
Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame
Playback and Playback Zoom .................. 63
Playback Special Effects .......................... 64
Random Assemble Editing ........................ 65
For More Accurate Editing ........................ 69
Audio Dubbing ...................................... 71
Insert Editing ....................................... 72
TROUBLESHOOTING
73 ­ 79
USER MAINTENANCE
80
INDEX
81 ­ 88
Jack Box ............................................ 81
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ............ 82
Indications .......................................... 84
CAUTIONS
89 ­ 91
TERMS
92 ­ 93
SPECIFICATIONS
94 ­ 95


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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, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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. 81 ­ 88) 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 89 through 91 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 plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
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.
Caution: (applies to Jack Box)
To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service person.
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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This 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, perform-
ance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permis-
sion beforehand.)
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.)
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!
Attaching the Jack Box to the camcorder with cables (S-Video, Editing, DC, etc.) connected, then leaving it
on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting
in damage.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Micro-
phone to the camcorder's Info-Shoe.


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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
The provided lens hood helps block
out glare when shooting under
bright sunlight, the same way
professional photographers do.
Align the lens
hood with the
camcorder's lens
and screw it in
clockwise.
Threading
How To Attach The Lens Hood
· Remote Control Unit
RM-V716U
· CD-ROM
The CD ROM contains
the following 5 software
programmes:
· USB Driver Soft
(for Windows®)
· USB Driver Soft
(for Macintosh®)
Presto!
· Mr. Photo
· PhotoAlbum
· ImageFolio
· AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
· Jack Box
CU-V504U
· Editing Cable
· Shoulder Strap
· S-Video Cable
· Lens Hood
(See below for
attachment)
· USB Cable
· AC Power Adapter/Charger
AA-V40EA, AA-V40A,
AA-V40A-S, AA-V40SH or
AA-V40ED
· Battery Pack
BN-V408U
· DC Cord
· Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to
RCA plug)
· Core Filter
(for an optional
external microphone)
· MultiMediaCard
(GR-DV2000EA/A/A-S: 16 MB,
GR-DV2000SH/ED: 8 MB)
(Already inserted in the camcorder)


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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is
set to "ON" (factory-preset).
Available when the Power Switch is set to "
" or "
" and
no cassette is in the camcorder.
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for
more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
"DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power
is turned off.
To cancel Automatic Demonstration:
1. Set the Power Switch to "
" while pressing down the Lock
Button located on the switch and press the MENU wheel.
The Menu Screen appears.
2. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "
SYSTEM" and press
it. The SYSTEM Menu appears.
3. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "DEMO MODE" and
press it. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "OFF" and press it.
5. Rotate the MENU wheel to select "1RETURN", and press it
twice. The normal screen appears.
MODE
DEMO
­
ON
OF F
MENU Wheel
Sub Menu
How To Attach Core Filter
Attach the provided Core Filter to an optional external microphone. 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 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
When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder.
12
3
wind once