LYT0724-001A
EN
INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVL210
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
5
GETTING STARTED
6 12
BASIC RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
13 21
BASIC RECORDING ............ 14 17
BASIC PLAYBACK .............. 18 21
ADVANCED
FEATURES
22 49
FOR RECORDING ................ 23 30
USING THE MENU FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 31 36
DUBBING ......................... 37 38
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................ 39 47
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 48 49
REFERENCES
50 69
DETAILS ................................... 51
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 52 56
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 57
INDEX ............................. 58 62
CAUTIONS ........................ 63 65
TERMS .................................... 66
SPECIFICATIONS ......................... 67
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CAUTIONS:
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type 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 JVC BN-V408U/V416U/V428U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the
camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (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. 58 62) 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 this product.
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.
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.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 63 through 65 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
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.
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 (3-15/16") 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.)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Read these instructions.
(2) Keep these instructions.
(3) Heed all warnings.
(4) Follow all instructions.
(5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
(6) Clean only with dry cloth.
(7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
(8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
(10) Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When a
cart is used, use
caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
(12) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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 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.
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·AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for remote control unit)
·Audio/Video Cable
(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
·Shoulder Strap
·Battery Pack
BN-V408U
· AC Adapter
AP-V10U
·Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U
·Lens Cap (
pg. 5
for attachment)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped
with one or more core filter.
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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/
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 "1RETURN",
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.
MODE
DEMO
ON
OF F
MENU/BRIGHT Wheel
Sub Menu
13
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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.
Lock Button
Power Switch