JVC BR-DV3000UB BR-DV3000U Pro-DV recorder 71 page instruction manual - Page 4

Thank you for purchasing our DV Video Cassette Recorder BR-DV3000. As this is a DV-format video cassette recorder, video cassettes with the or logos can be used with it. DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for- mat. This VTR features dual support for NTSC and PAL. Certain functions however, are supported by only one signal system.They are indicated with (NTSC only) or (PAL only). ● In order to prevent crumpling due to tape slack, please do not perform important recording within the first and last 2 - 3 minutes run of the tape. ● Recorded video (music) is meant for personal entertainment only and must not be used for other purposes without the prior consent of the copyright owner. ● Our company shall not guarantee the content of any recording effort should this VTR fail to record normally due to defects, either of the main unit itself or the video cassette tape. MAIN FEATURES ● DV format High picture and sound quality by digital technology. ● Compatible mechanisms for standard/mini DV cassettes It records on and plays back DV cassettes of the standard and mini size. (SP mode only) DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV format. A tape recorded with the DVCAM format can be used only for playback for this VTR. ● Equipped with composite and Y/C input & output terminal devices. ● Equipped with DV IN/OUT terminals. (IEEE1394) It can exchange digital signals with IEEE1394compatible devices. ● Dual support for NTSC/PAL It automatically determines the signal system when playing back or receiving DV signal input. It supports composite or Y/C signal input with the use of a switch. ● Wireless/wired remote control It can be controlled with the provided wireless remote controller or the optional wired remote controller RM-G30. ● Support for RS-422A interface It can be used as a player for an editing system that uses the RS-422A-compatible editing remote controller RM-G820. ● Recording/playback of time codes ● Audio-dubbing (after-recording) function Audio dubbing at a sampling frequency of 32kHz is allowed on CH3 and CH4 (except during DV input). ● Backup recording function By linking with other DV devices, long-duration continuous recording is possible. ● Indexed search and blank search function It can search for indexed signal recorded positions or unrecorded parts. ● Repeat play function There are 3 types of repeat function. (Index/ Video End/ Tape End) ● Can be placed in an upright position With the use of the provided stand, it can be positioned upright. 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Precautions 6 Daily maintenance and regular inspection ..... 7 Precautions on the use of cleaning tape ........ 8 Cassette tape 8 Condensation 9 NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS Front panel 10 Rear panel 14 Wireless remote controller 16 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Regarding on-screen display 18 Status display 19 Event display 21 Alarm display 22 EDIT Using the unit in an editing system 50 MENU SCREEN Structure of the menu 53 Setting the menu 54 Contents of the menus 56 OTHERS Placing the unit in an upright position .......... 65 Warning display 66 Troubleshooting 68 Checking the hour meter 69 Specification 70 PREPARATION Provided wireless remote controller 24 Power 26 Selecting the NTSC/PAL signal system ....... 28 OPERATION LOCK mode 29 Loading/ejecting cassettes 30 Setting/displaying date and time 31 RECORDING Connection and setting 33 Setting time codes 36 Recording method 38 Audio dubbing 39 Backup recording function 40 Recording using the serial remote terminal ... 41 PLAYBACK Connection/setting 42 Basic playback method 44 Special playback function 45 Locate function 47 Repeat playback 48 Selecting playback audio output 49 5