DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
ENGLISH
GR-DVM1
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0002-088B
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Dear Customer,
Warning on lithium cell battery
The battery used in this device may present a
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
(212°F) or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electronic), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
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 (੬ pg. 7).
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to
read these as well.
Ⅲ Dispose of used battery properly.
Ⅲ Keep away from children.
Ⅲ Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are
separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
CAUTION (applies to the Docking Station):
..... refer to “Controls, Indications and Connectors”
(੬ pgs. 73 – 76) and familiarize yourself with
button locations, etc. before use.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER–
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and
Safety Instructions that follow. They contain
extremely important information regarding the
safe use of your new camcorder.
PERSONNEL.
You are recommended to carefully read the
cautions on pages 77 and 78 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.
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
Docking Station is on its bottom.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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
viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
Use the BN-V812U battery pack and, to
recharge it, 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.)
CAUTIONS:
Ⅲ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
Ⅲ When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect
the power cord from AC outlet.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.
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About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as
there is a risk of fire or explosion.
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.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery terminals, or
the battery itself, to come in contact with metals, as
this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a
fire.
•When transporting, make sure the provided
battery cap is attached to the battery. If you
misplace the battery cap, carry the battery in a
plastic bag.
CAUTION! The following notes concern possible
physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always attach and use
the provided hand strap. Hold the camcorder firmly
in your hand, with the strap securely around your
wrist. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the
viewfinder can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
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 the 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,
performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
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.
The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but possess a
large power capacity. However, when the battery
pack becomes cool in an environment subject to
cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), the battery
pack has a characteristic that its usage time
becomes shorter and may cease to function. If this
happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or
other warm, protected place for a short time, then
re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery
pack itself is not cold, it should not affect perform-
ance.
CAUTION! Attaching the camcorder to the Docking
Station, connecting cables (AUDIO/VIDEO,
S-VIDEO, Editing, DC) 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.
(If you’re using some kind of heating pad, make
sure the battery pack does not come in direct
contact with the pad.)
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures.
Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for
the
digital video cassette. Only
cassettes marked
unit.
can be used with this
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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Soft camera case
AC Power
Adapter/Charger AA-V80EG
CAM Stand
Hand strap
Sun hood
Grip
Battery pack BN-V812U
Cable adapter
AUDIO/VIDEO cable
VIDEO cable (ø 3.5,
camcorder to TV or VCR,
mini-plug 4 RCA plug)
AUDIO cable (ø 3.5,
camcorder to TV or VCR,
mini-plug 4 RCA plug)
(Docking Station to TV or
VCR, RCA plug 4 RCA plug)
S-VIDEO cable
Editing cable
DC cord
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Remote control unit
RM-V708U or RM-V710U
JLIP Video Capture Docking Station
GV-DS1 (referred to in the manual as
“Docking Station”)
Use of the JLIP Video Capture Docking
Station enables you to capture video
images from video sources such as
camcorders and VCRs.
Also refer to the JLIP Video Capture
Docking Station's instruction manual.
MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min (DVM-30)
M-DV30ME
CD-ROM
The CD ROM contains the following
2 software programs:
JLIP connection cables x 2,
3.5 mm dia
•JLIP Video Capture
•JLIP Movie Player
Computer connection cable,
D-SUB 9-pin
Lithium battery CR2025 x 2
(one for clock operation and one for
remote control unit)
Cleaning cloth
ABOUT DV
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The digital video camera converts incoming audio and video signals into digital form for recording.
A video signal is composed of a luminance signal (Y) and colour signals (R-Y and B-Y). These signals are
identified and recorded digitally (Digital Component Recording). The A/D (Analog to Digital) converter
samples the Y signal at 13.5 MHz, and R-Y and B-Y at 6.75 MHz, and changes them to an 8-bit quantum signal.
Sound sampled at 48 kHz is changed to a 16-bit quantum signal, and sound sampled at 32 kHz is converted
to a 12-bit signal.
NOTE:
The data recorded on a tape is digital, but the output of the this camcorder is analog.
VIDEO
Luminance Signal (Y)
A/D
Lens
conversion
Recording by
rotating head
helical scan
Colour Difference
Signal (R-Y/B-Y)
Chromatic
Analysis
A/D
conversion
Signal
compression
Chrominance (C)
AUDIO
Mic
A/D
conversion
This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape.
Tape direction
Sub-Code Area
Video Area
Audio Area
ITI Area
Head tracking direction
12 tracks/frame
1 Sub-Code Area
3 Audio Area
The Time Code and Date/Time data are
written here, separate from the video
data. This enables you to display the date
and time during playback, even if they
weren’t displayed while recording.
The digital audio signal is recorded here.
4 ITI (Insert and Tracking
Information) Area
Insert editing and post-recording editing
tracking signals are recorded here.
2 Video Area
The digital video signal is recorded here.
CONTENTS
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
ABOUT DV
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GETTING STARTED
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Charging The Battery Pack .................................................................... 8
Installing The Battery Pack ................................................................... 9
Indoor Use..................................................................................... 10
Using The CAM Stand ........................................................................ 10
Clock (Lithium) Battery CR2025 Insertion/Removal .................................... 11
Date/Time Settings .......................................................................... 12
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................. 13
Recording Mode Setting ..................................................................... 14
Hand Strap Attachment...................................................................... 14
Lens Cover Detachment ...................................................................... 14
Sun Hood Attachment ........................................................................ 15
Grip Attachment .............................................................................. 16
Remote Control Unit ......................................................................... 17
RECORDING
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Full Auto/Manual Operation................................................................ 18
Basic Recording ............................................................................... 19
Advanced Features ........................................................................... 26
PLAYBACK
49
Basic Playback ................................................................................ 49
Basic Connections............................................................................. 50
Playback Menu................................................................................ 54
Advanced Features ........................................................................... 56
EDITING
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Docking Station ............................................................................... 58
Dubbing ........................................................................................ 58
Brand Setting ................................................................................. 59
Random Assemble Editing ................................................................... 60
For More Accurate Editing ................................................................... 63
Audio Dubbing ................................................................................ 65
Insert Editing .................................................................................. 66
TROUBLESHOOTING
AFTER USE
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS
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Main Unit ...................................................................................... 73
LCD Monitor Indications During Recording ................................................ 74
LCD Monitor Indications During Playback ................................................. 75
Warning Indications .......................................................................... 75
JLIP Video Capture Docking Station........................................................ 76
CAUTIONS
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SPECIFICATIONS
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
INDEX
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