JVC AV-P960E manual Precautions, To save power, turn off the unit when not in use

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Precautions

Handling of Equipment

●Use the handle on the side to carry this unit.

Carrying this unit by its camera head, camera arm or its side illumination lamps might cause them to be deformed or dam- aged.

●Pull out the handle slowly in a straight manner.

Conduct prior functional checks before important shooting events.

Compensation for the shooting contents

●JVC will not be in anyway liable for any failure to take or playback images due to problems arising from this product or the card used, and no compensation will be offered for the loss of contents.

Copyright

●You may take pictures for your own leisure or uses. However, you must not use any materials protected by copyright law without the owner's consent.

SD Card

SD card is made from precision electronic components. Do not attempt to carry out any of the following actions as it may cause the card to malfunction or damage.

●Do not touch the edge of the card with your bare hand or metal. It may be damaged by static charges produced.

●Do not bend, drop or cause the card to suffer great impacts.

●When using and storing the card, avoid heat, water, direct sunlight and humid areas.

●Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the card.

Routine maintenance

Switch off the power, pull out the plug and perform the following tasks.

●Use a dry and soft piece of cloth to wipe off any dirt or stain on the equipment.

●For severe stains, immerse a piece of cloth into a diluted cleaning detergent, wring and use it to wipe off the stains on the equipment. Thereafter, use a piece of dry cloth to wipe off the water drops.

Caution

●Do not use benzene or thinner. The equipment may malfunction and its casing may be damaged.

●When using a chemical wrap or detergent, read its product brochures carefully and take note of any precautions stated.

Auto Focus

This unit is equipped with Auto Focus function. However, depending on the object and the camera setting, it might be out of focus. In this case, please adjust the focus manually.

Objects which are difficult to be focused automatically

●When the brightness of the image plane is extremely high (bright).

●When the brightness of the image plane is extremely low (dim).

●When the brightness of the image plane is constantly changing (for example, a blinking light).

●When there is almost no contrasts.

●When there are repetitive vertical striped patterns on the image plane.

●When there are graphics or printings on both sides or the upper and lower portions of the screen.

Power Cord

●Use only the power cord specified (supplied).

Use of power cord other than designated, or damaged power cord may result in fire and electrical shocks.

●Do not use the power cord supplied with this unit on other devices.

Power Saving

To save power, turn off the unit when not in use.

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Contents AV-P960E Safety Precautions FeaturesTable of Content How to Read this Manual Symbols used in this manual  Contents of this manualPrecautions To save power, turn off the unit when not in useNames and Functions Zoom Adjustment Buttons Bright Adjustment ButtonsFocus Adjustment Buttons Light Button for Switching Lighting@ User Setup Buttons for Setting Registration # Button Indicator Lamps$ White Balance Adjustment Buttons Image SELECT/ENTER Button for Selecting ImagesAC in Power Inlet EXT Input Terminal for External Sig USB ConnectorRemote Input RS-232C Terminal NTSC/PAL Switch Nal InputBefore Using Lift up the camera head camera armReleasing the arm lock Extending the camera arm22 ‘Connecting to Computer via the USB Connector’ ConnectionConnect the RGB Output terminal to a projector or display If necessary, connect the USB connec- tor to a computerPresenting Printed Materials Adjusting lighting Presenting 3-dimensional ObjectsTilt the arm at an angle to capture Shooting Surrounding Objects Adjusting the imagePress and hold the claws while pulling out the lens Adjusting side illuminations Adjust focusPresenting Slide Films Place a piece of white paper on the stageSetting Nega/Posi Press the Light button to turn on the back illuminationSetting the microscope Press the Microscope button Adjusting the imageAdjust the brightness and focus while confirming the images Capturing Images Through a MicroscopeSaving Images in the Picture Memory Press the Camera button Retrieving Stored Images Repeat Steps 1. ~ Press the Picture Memory buttonAdjusting the White Balance  Adjusting the White Balance AutomaticallyPlace a piece of white paper on the stage Adjusting zoom Adjusting brightness Press the White Balance Auto button Registration Adjusting the camera  Recalling the settings  Undo the settingsPress the Default button Press the Save button for more than SecondsInsert the SD card DeletedViewing images Viewing Image Data Stored in SD CardRemoving the SD card  When connecting for the first time  Operating Methods Turn on the powerConnect using the USB cable  Compatible ComputersOperating the Remote Control Unit  Remote control receiving rangeEXT-IN ZoomInstalling LCD Monitor AV-ZK10, sold separatelyTroubleshooting Specifications Camera Head Dimensions WHD unit mm

AV-P960E specifications

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