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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GR-DVL166
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and
answer our Consumer Survey (in English only):
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
RECORDING & PLAYBACK
RECORDING ................................ 15 – 18
PLAYBACK .................................. 19 – 22
ADVANCED FEATURES
FOR RECORDING .......................... 24 – 31
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ............. 32 – 37
DUBBING .................................... 38 – 39
USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT .......................... 40 – 49
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........................ 50
REFERENCES
51 – Back Cover
DETAILS ............................................ 52
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................... 53 – 56
USER MAINTENANCE ........................... 57
CAUTIONS ................................... 58 – 59
SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 60 – 61
INDEX ........................................ 62 – 66
TERMS ........................ 67 – Back Cover
ENGLISH
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14 – 22
23 – 50
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Page 1: Digital Video Camera
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DVL166 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web and answer our Consumer Survey (in English only): http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html For Accessories: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED RECORDING & PLAYBACK 14 – 22 RECORDING ... 15 – 18 PLAYBACK ... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
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. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. •... - Page 3 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 and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
- Page 4 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.
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Page 5: Provided Accessories
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. -
Page 6: Automatic Demonstration
• Wind the cable so that it is not slack. NOTE: Take care not to damage the cable. When connecting cables, attach the end with the Core Filter to the camcorder. AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset). -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ... 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 10 Tripod Mounting ... 10 Date/Time Settings... 11 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ... 12 Recording Mode Setting ... 13... -
Page 8: Power
Adapter to the camcorder Cord to the AC Adapter Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started. When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the AC outlet. -
Page 9: Power
VU-V856 KIT : BN-V856U battery pack & AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger Read the kit's instruction manual before using. Also, by using the optional JVC VC-VBN856U DC Cord, it will be possible to connect BN-V840U or BN-V856U battery packs to the camcorder and supply power directly to the camcorder. -
Page 10: Grip Adjustment
Strap . Confirm the strap is not twisted. Tripod Mounting When attaching the camcorder to a tripod, extend its legs to stabilise the camcorder. It is not advised to use small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the unit by falling over. -
Page 11: Date/Time Settings
36, 37). Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on. Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in to access the Menu Screen. Rotate the MENU/BRIGHT wheel to select “... -
Page 12: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few minutes later, insert it again. When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. -
Page 13: Recording Mode Setting
It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound. ” while pressing... -
Page 14: Recording & Playback
RECORDING & PLAYBACK RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS RECORDING ... 15 – 18 Basic Recording ... 15 Journalistic Shooting ... 16 Self-Recording ... 16 Operation Mode ... 16 Zooming ... 17 Video Light ... 17 Time Code ... 18 PLAYBACK ... 19 – 22 Normal Playback ... -
Page 15: Recording
LCD monitor is fully open. Tilt it upward/ downward for best viewability. Shooting while using the viewfinder: Close the LCD monitor. • The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ 3 min appears while recording is in progress. -
Page 16: Journalistic Shooting
Self- Recording To turn on the camcorder, set the Power Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Power lamp Lock Button When the Power Switch is set to “ When set to “... -
Page 17: Zooming
Do not affix it directly to a surface such as a table top. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. Zooming... -
Page 18: Time Code
When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The Middle of A Tape”... -
Page 19: Playback
Speaker NOTES: If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”. The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV ( You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body. -
Page 20: Connections
** The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector Use the provided Cable Adapter. To AV Camcorder To S-VIDEO * The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only. NOTE: Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required: : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. - Page 21 Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( pg. 20). If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4.
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Page 22: Blank Search
... press 5. NOTES: In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder searches in the forward direction. -
Page 23: Advanced Features
ADVANCED FEATURES FOR RECORDING ... 24 – 31 USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ... 32 – 37 DUBBING ... 38 – 39 USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ... 40 – 49 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ... 50 ADVANCED FEATURES CONTENTS Night-Scope ... 24 Programme AE With Special Effects ... -
Page 24: For Recording
• “Video light” when LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO” ( pg. 17). During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended. MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button... - Page 25 When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a strobe- like effect. When using “SLOW”, it may be difficult to bring the , but camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended. CLASSIC FILM STROBE...
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Page 26: Fade/Wipe Effects
IMPORTANT Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Programme AE with special effects pg. 24, 25). If an unusable Fade/Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. Lock Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Button FOR RECORDING Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transi-... - Page 27 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — B.W WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER Effect Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen.
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Page 28: Snapshot
RETURN” and press it twice. The Menu Screen SNAPSHOT RECORDING Press SNAPSHOT. “PHOTO” appears while the recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the “BEEP”... -
Page 29: Auto Focus/Manual Focus
FEATURE: PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •... -
Page 30: Exposure Control
Exposure Control Manual exposure adjustment 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. •... -
Page 31: White Balance Adjustment
If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction. Set the Power Switch to “... -
Page 32: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
D I SPL Normal Screen USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT For Recording Menu This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch. - Page 33 • When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
- Page 34 The tally lamp remains off at all times. The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP) or PC connector. The numbers range from 01 to 99.
- Page 35 The date/time is always displayed. TIME Time code is not displayed. CODE Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame numbers are not displayed during recording. CLOCK ADJ. Allows you to set the current date and time (...
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Page 36: For Playback Menu
Power Switch MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Lock Button Recording Start/Stop Button Display V I DEO SOUND MODE SYSTE 12B I T MODE D I SPL SYNC RO MODE COPY SOUND 12B I T SYNCH REC M COPY RETUR BEEP – MELODY TAL LY –... -
Page 37: Playback Sound
Playback Sound 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 pg. 36, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. -
Page 38: Dubbing
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished. NOTES: As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes. -
Page 39: Dubbing To A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector
( If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units. -
Page 40: Using The Optional Remote Control Unit
Remote sensor USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible. - Page 41 PAUSE Button PLAY Button Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal. transmitting window START/STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. VISS Button* ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out ( VCR CTL Button A.DUB Button STOP Button INSERT Button &...
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Page 42: Playback Zoom
1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest. 2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in. To end zoom, press and hold W until magnifica- tion returns to normal. - Page 43 You are now ready to try Random Assemble BRAND CODE Editing. Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
- Page 44 Also refer to pg. 20 and 21. pause connector ..connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE A JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause connector but equipped with an R.A.EDIT connector . . .
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Page 45: Random Assemble Editing
Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the total programme time exactly. Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE... - Page 46 Remote Sensor PAUSE VCR REC STBY USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
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Page 47: For More Accurate Editing
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. -
Page 48: Audio Dubbing
Make sure you only edit recorded areas. If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback, move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume. Stereo If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording and... -
Page 49: Insert Editing
PAUSE (6). Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote control, then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time Code (min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-Pause mode. Press START/STOP to begin editing. • Confirm the insert at the time code you checked in step 1. -
Page 50: System Connections
DV connector-equipped capture board. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the capture board. - Page 51 REFERENCES REFERENCES CONTENTS DETAILS ... 52 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 53 – 56 USER MAINTENANCE ... 57 CAUTIONS ... 58 – 59 SPECIFICATIONS ... 60 – 61 INDEX ... 62 – 66 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 62 – 63 Indications ... 64 – 66 TERMS ...
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Page 52: Details
Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. The following operation stops charging: • Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”, “ • Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder. • Unplug the AC adapter’s power cord from the AC outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder. -
Page 53: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC 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 (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes;... - Page 54 • When the LCD monitor's fluores- cent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. TROUBLESHOOTING CORRECTIVE ACTION • Press the BACKLIGHT Button pg. 30).
- Page 55 SYMPTOM The rear of the LCD monitor is hot. The indicators and the image colour on the LCD monitor are not clear. The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. During recording, sound cannot be heard.
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Page 56: Troubleshooting
If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. Do not eject the cassette. This will cause damage to the tape. • Eject the cassette once and re- insert it, then check if the indication clears. -
Page 57: User Maintenance
USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. 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. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. -
Page 58: Cautions
Do not affix it directly to a surface such as a table top. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using... - Page 59 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time.
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Page 60: Specifications
Speaker Format Signal format Recording/Playback format Cassette Tape speed Maximum recording time (using 80 min. cassette) Camcorder General : DC 11.0 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) : Approx. 4.3 W : Approx. 5.3 W : Approx. 3.5 W... -
Page 61: Specifications
S-Video Output Video output Audio output Output JLIP Power requirement Output Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Connectors : Y:1 V (p-p), 75 , analogue C:0.29 V (p-p), 75 , analogue : 1 V (p-p), 75 , analogue : 300 mV (rms), 1 k , analogue, stereo : 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant... -
Page 62: Index
& INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators PLAY... - Page 63 Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] ... J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)] ... You can also connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer using the optional software HS-V16KITE. DC Input Connector ... Digital Video Connector [DV OUT] (i.Link*) ...
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Page 64: Indications
17) Displays the Time Code. pg. 26, 27) INDEX Indications 0 min & monitor. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder. pg. 34) pg. 15) pg. 13) pg. 15) pg. 15) pg. 28) pg. 49) pg. 34) pg. 15) pg. - Page 65 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback SOUND BLANK SEARCH VOLUME 116 : 21 : 25 Displays the sound mode. Displays the Blank Search mode. Displays the tape speed. Appears while a tape is running. 64 : Forward slow-motion 16 : Reverse slow-motion 6e : Audio Dubbing Pause Displays the date/time.
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Page 66: Index
Eject the cassette once and re-insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. INDEX Indications (cont.) -
Page 67: Terms
Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Channels (Left/Right) ... Charge The Battery Pack ... Cinema ... Classic Film ... Clean The Camcorder ... Connections ... pg. 8, 9, 20, 21, 38, 44, 50 Darken The LCD Monitor ... Date/Time Display ... - Page 68 Self-Recording ... Sepia ... Set Remote Control/VCR Code ... Shuttle Search ... Shutter Speed ... Slow Shutter ... Snapshot ... Snapshot Mode ... Snow ... Sound Mode ... Speaker Volume ... Specifications ... Sports ... Spotlight ... Squeeze ... Still Playback ... Strobe ...