This document is a user manual for JVC GR-DVP7 digital camcorder
This manual covers everything you need to start using the JVC GR-DVP7 digital video camera, from safety precautions and power options to attaching accessories and charging the battery pack. Detailed sections walk you through getting started, video and still‑image recording, advanced features, and troubleshooting.
Reference tables list connectors, indicators, specifications, and terms, while the appendix provides a quick‑start guide and maintenance tips for reliable operation.
| General power supply (adapter) | DC 6.3 V |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (LCD off, viewfinder on) | Approx. 4.2 W |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 43 mm × 115 mm × 80 mm |
| Weight (without accessories) | Approx. 350 g (0.78 lb) |
| Operating temperature range | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Image sensor | 1/3.8" CCD |
| Lens | F 1.8, 3.8 mm‑38 mm, 10:1 power zoom |
| LCD monitor size | 2" diagonal, TFT active‑matrix |
| Video format | DV (SD mode), NTSC |
| Tape speed (SP mode) | 18.8 mm/s |
| Maximum recording time (SP) | 80 min |
| Storage media | SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard |
| Audio recording | PCM, 32 kHz 4‑channel (12‑bit) or 48 kHz 2‑channel (16‑bit) |
The camcorder uses JVC BN‑V107U battery packs (and the optional BN‑V114U pack).
You can power the GR‑DVP7 with a DC 6.3 V AC adapter (AA‑V100U) or with a DC 7.2 V battery pack.
Charging the BN‑V107U pack takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.