ENGLISH AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 9 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GETTING GR-DV900 GR-DV800 GR-DV500 STARTED Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: • • • O " 0 For Accessories: _ ONIAYdAYdAYdJlJ LYLO,D,Y_ [o_ I[O]Jl[qP[o]lJ [Jll_ I [011 k_ | Y_ [_0| JY/| DIGITAL !_ ILLC'/[ _/' The camcorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GR-DV900. INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No.
EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and _recautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual • AH major sections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. • Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as welt. • Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. It is recommended that you... ...
EN3 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 (I0 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 [)locked 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.
" EN 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 strap.
EN5 • AC Adapter AP-V13U • Battery Pack BN-V408U-B • AudioNideoCable (_3.5mini-plugtoRCA plug) g:Z) • USB Cable • Remote Control Unit RM-V717U (GR-DV900 only) RM-V718U* (GR-DV800/500 only) • CD-ROM • Editing Cable (G R-DV900 only) • Memory Card 8 MB (Already inserted in the camcorder) • AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (GR-DV900 only) Lithium Battery CR2025" (GR-DV800/ 500 only) (for remote control unit) • Shoulder Strap (:_ pg. 7 for attachment) • Lens Cap (:_ pg.
EN How To Attach The Core Filter (GR-DV800/500 only) (for optional editing cable) Attach the core filter to an optional editing cable. The core filter reduces interference. How To Use The Audio Cable When using microphone, (with a core cable to the interference. optional headphones or external connect to the provided Audio cable filter attached), then connect the Audio camcorder. The core filter reduces 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter.
EN How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the _ens, attach the provided tens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. How To Attach 7 The Strap 1 Followingtheillustration,threadthestrap through the eyelet @. NOTE: Tv confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camcorde_ • During shooting 2 Ford it back and thread it through the buckle @. 3 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet @ located under the Grip Strap.
EN AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED CONTENTS 9 IO Power ....................................................................... 10 (;rip Adiustment ....................................................... Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. Tripod Mounting ...................................................... LCD Monitor And Viewfinder ................................... 12 12 12 12 Brightness Adiustment Of The Display ...................... Operation Mode ....
EN Automatic Demonstration Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON" (factory-preset). MENU Wheel 9 • Automatic Demonstration starts when there is no operation for about 3 minutes after 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 3 minute after that, the demonstration will _. _l_ _t resume.
IOEN | Power This camcorder's 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. Battery pack Charging time BN-V408U Approx. I hr. 30 min. BN-V416U (optional) Approx. 3 hr. BN-V428U (optional) Approx. 5 hr. Charging TheBatteryPack Power Switch BATT.RELEASE Switch Arrow Power/Charge Lamp AC Adapter To AC outlet @ 1 2 Open the cover.
EN11 ATTENTION: AboutBatteries Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off, Failure to do so can resu t in a camcorder ma function. INFORMATION: The optional ex/ended-use battery pack kit is a set composed of a battery pack and AC Power Adapter/ Charger: VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using.
EN • Some tripods are not equipped with studs. | GripAdjustment I Adjust the velcro strip. 2 Passyour right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust easily Power fasten your thumb and fingers through the grip to operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Switch and Power Zoom Lever, Be sure to the velcro strip to your preference. CAUTION: When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods.
EN13 I Brightness Adjustment OfThe Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Set the Power Switch to pressing down the Lock switch. Open the LCD monitor viewfinder fully. Press the MENU Wheel "_" or "PLAY" while Sutton located on the fully, or pull out the in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "_", and press it. The CAMERA DISPLAY Menu appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "BRIGI IT', and press it. The Menu Screen closes and the brightness control indicator appears.
EN Built-inClock's Rechargeable Lithium Battery I Date/TimeSettings The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. (_ pg. 3I, 41 ) MENU Whee) - Power/Charge Lamp Lock Button Power Switch 1 Set the Power Switch to "_" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully. 3 Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.
EN15 Approximate I Loading A Cassette /UnloadingA Cassette Recording 2 3 SP Slide and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. • Do not touch internal components. Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH I IERE" to close the cassette holder.
EN I LoadingA MemoryCard To protect valuable files (available only for SD Memory Card)... /UnloadingA MemoryCard The provkied memory card is already inserted in the camcorder at the time of purchase. Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Memory card Slide the writeJerase protection tab on the side of the memory card in the direction of "LOCK". This prevents the memory card from being recorded over. To record on this memory card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to "LOCK" before loading it.
VIDEO RECORDING EN I BasicRecording 4 Set the Power Switch to "1_1"or "[]" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. • The power/charge lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. "PAUSE" is displayed. 5 To start recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally tamp lights and "_ REC" appears on the display while recording is in progress. To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button again. The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
EN VIDEO RECORDING (cont.) Zooming JournalisticShooting Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. IIold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction, It can rotate 270 _'(90 _'downward, 180° upward). Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T". Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "W".
EN19 TimeCode Recording FromTheMiddleOfA Tape 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 (I_ pg, 60 65), time code is necessary.
EN VIDEO PLAYBACK • The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. I_-_pg. 22) • You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camcorder body. • LCD monitor/viewflnder indications: • When power is supplied from a battery: the "_" battery indicator is displayed. I'._ pg. 84) • When power is supplied from an AC outlet: the "_" battery indicator does not appear.
EN ShuttleSearch Allows high-speed search in either direction during video playback. 1) During playback, press 1_ for forward seamh, or _ for reverse seamh. 2) To resume normal playback, press 1_/11. • During playback, press and hold 1_ or _1_1. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you release the button, normal playback resumes. • A slight mosaic effc-ct appears on the display during ShuBle Search. This is not a malfunction.
VIDEO PLAYBACK(cont.) EN | Connections ToA TVOrVCR These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refPr also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. ToS Connector Cover**** _ToAV S-Video cable (optional) (provided) Q @ O O ** White to AUDIO L IN* Red to AUDIO R IN* Yellow to VIDEO IN** To S-VIDEO IN*** Not required for watching still images only. Connect when your TV/VCR has only A/V input connectors.
D.S.C. RECORDING EN 23 | Basic Shooting (D.S.C.Snapshot) Snapshotmode with no frame You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. There is the sound of a shutter closing. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: • Powerl:_pg. 10) • Loading A Memory Cbrd (:_ pg. 16) SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch PUSH OPEN Button O • • • • • Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY 1 2 3 Switch Remove the lens cap.
D.S.C. PLAYBACK EN | NormalPlayback OfImages Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. Power Switch Rewind Button Stop Button NOTES: • Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing image, because new images are automatically stored after the last-recorded one.
EN25 I Playback OfVideoClips [ Playback Of1]tie Images You can view video clips (_;_ pg. 50) stored in the memory card. 9 title images are pre-stored in the provided memory card. You can view these files. The title images can be also superimposed during recording. (g-_"pg. 44) 1 Load a memory 2 3 4 5 6 7 card. (:-a_pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch/o "MEMORY". Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
EN D.S.C PLAYBACK(cont.) Information | IndexPlayback Of Files Screen You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. 1 Fo, Index Playback of image files, perform 1 - 6 in "Normal Playback Of images" (_:_pg. 24). For Index Playback of video clip files, perform 1 - 6 in "Playback Of Video Clips" (_ pg. 25). 2 • Press the INEO Button again to close the Information Screen.
EN27 To protect I ProtectingFiles the currently displayed file 9 The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files. Power Switch Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CURRENT", and press it. The PROTECT screen appears. 10 Press _ or _ to select the desired file. 11 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "EXECUTE", and press it. • To cancel protection, select "RETURN". • Repeat steps 10 and 11 for all files you want to protect.
EN To remove D.S.C PLAYBACK(cont.) protection in the memory 9 10 from all files stored 8 card Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CANC.ALL", and press it. The PROTECT screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "EXECUTE", and press it. • To cancel selection, select "RETURN". | Deleting Files Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a time or all at once. Power Switch Loc To delete the currently displayed file 9 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CURRENT", and press it.
EN29 I ResettingTheFileName By resetting the fi_e name, a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make wilt be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously made files. (Available only for Image and video clip files.) 1 Load a memory card. (:-;_pg. 16) 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY 3 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 4 Open the LCD monitor fully, or pull out the viewfinder fully.
EN D.S.C. PLAYBACK(cont.) ToPrintBySelecting StillImagesAndNumber Of Prints 1 2 3 4 Perform steps 1 -- 8 in "To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)" (_ pg. 29). Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "CURRENT", and press it. The DPOF screen appears. Press 4141 or 1_1_ to select the desired file. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the number indication 5 6 7 (00), and press it. Select the number of prints by rotating the MENU Wheel towards "+" to increase number, or towards "-.
MENUS FOR DETAILED AD3USTMENT I Changing TheMenuSettings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-_-use, onscreen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. (_ pg. 32 41) EN 3] Menus without Sub Menus --_[_ WIPE/FADER, I_1 PROGRAM AE, EXPOSURE, _ W. BALANCE 1) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired parameter. Example: I_1 PROGRAM AE Menu Selected menu icon blink MENL Power Switch Selected parameter Lock Button VIDEO/MEMORY 1 Switch For Video and D.S.C.
2 EN RECORDINGMENUS MENUS FORDETAILEDAD3USTMENT(cont.) 4) Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen returns. • Repeat the procedure if you wish to set other function menus. 5) Press the MENU Wheel in again. The Menu Screen closes. NOTES: • The '_" settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both '_1" and '_". However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to '_". • The "_" settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to '_".
EN33 _] WIPE - CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen. I_ WIPE - WINDOW: The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the center. [] WIPE - SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
RECORDING MENUS (cont.) EN [] SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look. MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the "classic film" effPct. _1_ CLASSIC FILM*: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. STROBE*: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.
EN35 Zooming Gain up ZOOM (Factory-preset: 40X) 10X: When set to "10X" while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 10X since digital zoom wilt be disengaged. 40X*: Allows you to use the Digital 7oom. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from t0X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 40X digital magnification. 300X*: Allows you to use the Digital Zoom.
EN RECORDING MENUS (conE..) 5-Second Recording | ManualMenu Reco_ a vacation or an clips to keep the action available onty for video 1 Set 5S to 5S.( '_ _1 MANUAL DigitalImageStabilization 2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record-Standby mode automatically. • Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button again within 5 seconds after recording starts, Record-Standby mode is not engaged.
EN37 Wide mode WIDE MODE (Factory-preset: OFF) OFF: Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a normal screen ratio. CINEMA*F'-7: Inser/s black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. The _ indicator appears, During playback on wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV's instruction manual.
EN RECORDING MENUS (cont.) Automatic demonstration mode Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. (_:_ pg. 9) DEMO MODE (Factory-preset: ON) OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. ON: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate.
EN39 |DSCMenu ImagineSize/Picture Quality 640 x 480/ FINE DSC Picturequality The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE (_) and STANDARD (_]) (in order of quality).
4"0 PLAYBACK MENUS EN Synchro adjustment I VideoMenu For details, refer to "For More Accurate Editing" (_ pg. 65). r_VIDEO SYNCHRO Playback sound Recording mode During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access explanation on page 31, select "SOUND MODE" or "12bit MODE" from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
EN41 NOTE: The date indicatkm can also be turned on/off by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control _rovided). (__ pg. 22, 52, 62) | SystemMenu I_] SYSTEM Each setting is hnked with "_1", which appears when the Power Switch is set to "_". (;-9 pg. 31 ) The parameters are the same as in the description on page 37.
_2 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING |Night Alive |Snapshot(ForVideoRecording) SNAPSHOT Button Power Switch Power Switch Loci VIDEO/MEMORY Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. 1 Set the Power Switch to "[]" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
EN • If Program AE with special effects (::_pg. 33) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. • If SNAPSHOT is pressed when "DIS" is set t_) "ON" I_::_pg. 36}, the Stabilizer will be disabled. • During playback as well, all snapshot modes except Nega mode are available when '__ _ M COPY" is set t_) "OFF" in VIDEO Menu. ('._ pg. 40) However, the shutter sound is not heard.
EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) NOTE: If "BEEP" and "TALLY" are set to "OFF" 1=_pg. 37), the beep does not sound and the tally lamp does not light. MENI FOCUS Button Power Switch When the SNAPSHOT shown: Recording is pressed, Start/Stop the tally Button lamp TITLE Button or changes INDEX as Button 11hie Impose Begins blinking -(Sel f-Timer starts) A setection of titles/frames stored in the provided memory card can be superimposed.
EN45 I AutoFocus I ManualFocus The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity. Focusdetection zone NOTE: If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have performed "Viewfinder Adjustment" I__ pg. 12). ] 2 I Iowever, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases perform "Manuat Focus"): • When two subjects overlap in the same scene. • When illumination is low.
_(_ EN FEATURESFORRECORDING(cont.) Lock Button MENU Wheel Power Switch | Exposure Control Manua! exposure control is recommended in the following situations: • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. • When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright. 1 Set the Power Switch to "_" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
EN47 | Backlight Compensation | ManualWhiteBalance Adjustment Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Press BACK LIGHT. The [] indicator is displayed and the subject is BACK LIGHT Button brightened. If pressed again, [] disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. • Using the BACK LIGHT Button may cause the light around the subject to become too bright and the subject to become white. • Backlight compensations is also available when the Power Switch is set to "m".
_8 EN FEATURESFORRECORDING(cont.) • When the recording time is over the navigation time set in step 5, "[]" appears briefly, then the image of the point where recording is started is captured and stored in captured image is the memory card as a being stored in the memory card. thumbnail image. • if the Recording Start/ Stop button is pressed before "ml_" stops blinking, the image of the point where the loaded memory card is recognised is captured.
EN49 • The "NAVIGATION SEARCH" indication appears blinking and the camcorder starts searching the tape for the relevant point of the selected thumbnail image. TO cancel NAVIGATION search midway... Press 1_/11, 414, _ or II. CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion.
J_O EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING (cont.) | E-MailClipRecording Tomakevideoclipsfromreal-timecamera image You can make video clips in 160 x 120 pixels from real-time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via E-Mail. 1 Load a memory card. (_,Ypg. 16) 2 set the VIDEO/MEMORY 3 Set the Power Switch to "1_1"or "_" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Switch to "MEMORY".
EN51 Tomakevideoclipsfrom recorded video footage 1 Load a cassette. 1_:_ pg. 15) 2 Load a memory card. 3 Bet the VIDEO!MEMORY 4 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. 5 Press I_/11 6 Press E-MAIL to engage At the point Recording Recording. 8 Press Switch to start video Standby mode. • "E-CLIP" appears. • To cancel E-Mail again or press • 7 (_:_ pg. 16) you to "VIDEO". playback.
EN DUBBING | Dubbing ToOr FromA VCR !0 To pause dubbing, engage the VCR's RecordPause mode and press I_/11 on the camcorder. 1 1 RepeatstepsS--lOforadditionalediting. the VCR and camcorder. ConnectorCover** Connectol _ Cover** _ToAV Audio/Video (optional) (prov_cable t S-Video cable olololol 0 O @ • White to AUDIO L IN or OUT Red to AUDIO R IN or OUT Yellow to VIDEO IN or OUT To S-VIDEO IN or OUT* Connect when your TV/VCR has an S-VIDEO IN/OUT connector.
EN53 I 1 ubbing ToAVideoUnitEquipped 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input connector using a DV cable as shown in the iHustragon. WithA DV IN Connector (DigitalDubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV connector. Since a digitat signal is sent, there is litge if any image or sound deterioration. Make sure all units are turned off. 3 Set this camcorder's VIDEO/MEMORY "VIDEO'.
j_ I EN DUBBING (cont.) Equipped WithA DVOUT ubbing FromA VideoUnit Connector (DigitalDubbing) It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from another video unit equipped with a DV connector onto the camcorder. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if any image or sound deterioration. 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect this camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV output connector using a DV cable as shown in the illustration.
EN I Dubbing StillImagesRecorded On A TapeToA MemoryCard Sti!t images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. MENU Wheel Button Lock Button Switch Play/Pause Button (_/11) 1 Load a cassette. (_ pg. 15) 2 3 Load a memory card. (_ pg. 16) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to "VIDEO'. 4 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Sutton located on the switch. 5 Set "17_ _.M 6 Press 1_/11 to start playback. 7 At the point you want to dub, press 1_/11 again to engage Stir[ Playback.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, ffause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. (_::_pg. 58) For GR-DVS00/500 owners: If you want to perform Random Assemble Editing (r_ pg. 60 - 65), use the optional RM-V700U remote control InstallingThe Battery RM-V7OOU(optional) The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).
EN57 • • INSERT Button ................................... (::_ pg. 60) STOP Button* .............................. (::;_pg. 20, 24) Down Button .................................... (:_ pg. 58) • SHIFT Button .............................. (::;_pg. 58, 61) O EFFECT ON/OFF Button ................... (:_ pg. 58) @ EFFECT Button .................................. (:_ pg, 58) • SLOW Forward Button ...................... (::_ pg. 58) • FF Button* ................................... (::_ pg.
J_8 EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Zoom Buttons Button Allows frame-by-frame search during video playback. SHIFT Left ot SLOW Rewind Button During normal or still playback, press SLOW (11_) repeatedly for forward or SLOW (<1) repeatedly for reverse. Each time SLOW (41 or I1_) is pressed, the frame is played back.
EN59 1) To start playback, press PLAY (1_). 2) Press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECTSelect Menu appears. 3) Press EFFECT repeatedty to move the highlight bar to the desired effect. • The selected function is activated and after 2 seconds the menu disappears. • To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/OFF. To reactivate the setected effect press EFFECT ON/OFF again. • To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2 above.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UN!T (cont.) InsertEditing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The original audio remains unchanged. RM-V717U GR-DVgO0 .... _--_L with _ .
EN6"1 Set Remote/VCR Code VCR CODE LIST 1 Turnoff thepowerto theVCRandpointthe remote towards the VCR's infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold MBR gET, and enter the brand code. 2 _6OE DAEWOO O O The code is automatically set once you release MBR gET, and the VCR's power comes on. Make sure the VCR's power is on. Then, while holding SHIFT or VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for the desired function.
EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) 1 [] A IVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector... ...Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector. [] A IVC VCR not equipped with a Remote PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector... ..Connect the editing cable to the R.A.ED[T connector. [] A VCR other than above... ...Connect the editing cable to the remote control's PAUSE IN connector. Make Connections Also referto page22.
EN83 Select 11 For GR-DVg00 owners: If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT. (_-z-pg. 58) Scenes -FADE/WIPE FFFIECT EDiT IN/OUT RM-V717U (provided with GR-DVg00 only) 6 7 1 2 Repeat steps 8 through 11 to register additional scenes. • To change previously registered points, press CANCEL on the remote control. The registered points disappear, one at a time, from the most recently regis/ered point.
EN Picture Wipe Ancl Dissolve Menu (available only for Random Assemble Editing with GR-DVgO0) You can use not onty the wipe/fader effects on page 32 but also the picture wipe and dissolve effects below. Automatic Editing To VCR [_1 _ DISSOLVE: The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disappears. I_P WIPE - CORNER: The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right corner to the lower left corner.
EN ForMore AccurateEditing Adjustment Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR. Diagnosing I VCR/Camcorder 4 5 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select -It.t_-, and press it. The VIDEO Menu appears.
EN SYSTEM CONNECTIONS I Connection ToA Personal Computer [A] Using USB cable To USB connector USB cable (provided) PC To USB OR DV cable DV cable (optional) [o DVIN/OUT [A] UsingUSBcable It is possible to do the • Transfer still images PC. • Transfer stilt/moving a PC. • Capture still/moving • Use this camcorder following things: stored on a memory card to a images recorded on a tape to images in real-time. as a WebCam. (r__ pg.
EN6"7 I UsingTheCamcorder AsA WebCam This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connection. 1 Make sure all necessary software(provided) are installed in your PC and air units are turned off. 2 Connect the camcorder to your PC using the USB cable. 3 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY 4 Set the Power Switch to "1_1"or "_" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the swik h. 5 Turn on the PC. Switch to "MEMORY". • "I_" appears on the screen.
EN DETAILS i! i ii NOT_sI̧ II! _____________________________ © Power (_:_ pg. 10) • Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. • Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack. • Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN 69 If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest _VC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly, in such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (batter pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. Power I. No power is supplied. /.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) 2". The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. 7. 2-. • Re-read the sections coverin •Certain Wipe/Fader effec/s, certain modes of Program AE Wipe/Fader effects, Program with special effects, "DIS" AE with special effPcts and and other functions that "DIS". (_-_pg. 31 -- 34, 36) cannot be used together are selected at the same time. & 8. • 10X optical zoom is selected • The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "MEMORY". & • Set "ZOOM" to "40X" or "300X'. (_-_"pg.
EN71 Advanced features 13. The focus does not adjust automatically, 13. • Focus is set to the Manual mode. • The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low. • The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. 13. •SetFocustotheAutomode. (_ pg. 45) • Clean the tens and check the focus again. (_ pg. 77) 14. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 14. • The 5-Second mode is set to "Anim/' in MANUAL Menu. 14. • Set"5S" to "5S" in MANUAL Menu. (_;_ pg.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING(cont.) Other problems 24. The powerA harge lamp on the camcorder does not light when the charging is attempted. 24. • The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low • Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/ low temperatures, 24. • To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of I0_C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). g-_"pg. 74) 25. "SET DATE/TIME!" appears. 25. •The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is discharged.
EN73 33. Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. 33. • The LCD monitor and the 33. viewfinder are made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %) 34. The indicators and the image color on the LCD monitor are not clear. 34.
7_ EN CAUTIONS When using the AC Power Adapter in areas other than the USA • The provMed AC Power Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit's 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 ]VC dealer.
EN75 ... make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting. ... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage. ... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust. 2. Store cassettes... ... away from heaters or other heat sources. ... out of direct sunlight. ... where they won't be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. ...
EN • During recording or playback, the Head Clog Warning indicator "_" appears. • Recording cannot be performed properly. In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette. Insert it and play back. [f the cassette is used more than once consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refPr to the cleaning cassette's instructions.
USER MAINTENANCE EN 77 IAfter Use | Cleaning TheCamcorder 1 Turn off the camcorder. 1 2 Shde and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. Press "PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder, • Once the cassette holder is dosed, it recedes automatically. Wait until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover. To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth.
EN SPECIFICATIONS For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewflnder off Dimensions (W x H × D) Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Approx. 3.7 W Approx. 4.8 W 74.5 mm x 91 mm x 185 mm (2-15/16 '_x 3-5/8" x 7-5/16") (with the LCD monitor dosed and the viewfinder pushed back in) Approx. 610 g (1.4 Ibs) (GR-DV900/800) Approx. 575 g (1.
EN79 For Digltal Still Camera SD Memory Card/MultiMe(liaCard Storage media Compression Still image : JPEG (compatible) Moving image : MPEG4 (compatible) system File size Still image 4 modes (1600 x 1200 pixels/1280 x 960 pixels/1024 x 768 pixels/ 640 x 480 pixels) Moving image I mode (160 x 120 pixels) 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD) Picture quality Approximate number of storable images : _-_ pg. 39 For Connectors S S-Video input Y: 0.8 V to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 £_ analog C: 0.2 V to 0.
EN INDEX ControLs, Connectors And Indicators @
EN Controls _) •Menu Wheel [MENU] ........................ _-_ pg. 31 • Speaker/Headphone Volume Control [MENU/VOLUME +, -] ..................... _:_ pg. 20 _', Snapshot Button ]SNAPSHOT] ....... _ pg. 23, 42 ® Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................... _-_pg. 18 ® -Focus Adjustment Button ]FOCUS] -. _-_pg. 45 • Blank Search Button [BLANK SEARCH] ............................. _-_pg. 21 ® Diopter Adjustment Control ................ _g_pg. 12 ® Recording Start/Stop Button ................ _-_pg.
INDEX Indications EN Indications LCDMonitor/Viewfinder Indications During VideoRecording Only --@ _) Navigation Indicator (_ pg, 48) (Appears when "NAVIGATION" is set to other than "MANUAL".) @7 Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (_ pg. 32) (_ Tape Running Indicator (_ pg. 17) (Rotates whi_e tape is running.) _) Selected Wide Mode Indicator (_ pg. 37) _) Thumbnail Storing Indicator _-_ pg. 48) (Appears while the captured image is being stored as a thumbnail image in the memory card.
EN83 ® _) _) _) _) _) L_ _ _ _ _ (Appears when Night-Alive is engaged.) "'|-'-A: Gain Up Mode (_ pg. 35) (Appears when "GAIN UP" is set to "AUTO" and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted.) Flash Indicator (Appears when the optional flash attached to the info-shoe is ready.
8_ EN Warning INDEX Indications (cont.) Indications Indications Function Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level: high _-r_.._3_-._g_t_l Remaining power levee exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
EN85 Indications Function INSERT ERROR! • Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. (_ pg. 60) • Appears if INSERT (O) on the remote control is pressed when the erase protection tab is set to "SAVE". (_ pg. 60) MEMORY IS FULL Appears when the memory card's memory is full and shooting is not possible.
EN TERMS G A AC Adapter Animation ................................................... ........................................................... 10, 11 36 Audio Dubbing ................................................... Auto FOCUS .......................................................... Auto Playback Auto Shut Off 59 45 Of Images .................................... ................................................ 24 ] 7, 23 B Backlight Compensation Battery Pack ........................
EN87 T P Picture Quality (QUALITY) .................................. Playback sound (SOUND MODE, 12BIT MODE) ......................... 39 40 Tally Lamp (TALLY) ....................................... 17, 37 Telephoto setting (TELE MACRO) ........................ 36 Time Code (TIME CODE) ........................ 19, 38, 41 Playback Special Effects ...................................... Playback Zoom ................................................... Power Switch Position ...............................
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