JVC GR-DVL522 Operation Mode, Journalistic Shooting, Self-Recording, Power Switch Position

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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 Switch
Power lamp	MANUAL
	AUTO
Lock Button	OFF
	PLAY

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch (Open the LCD monitor to access this switch.)

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JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

Operation Mode

Choose the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch.

Power Switch Position

MANUAL	:

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.

AUTO	(Full Auto):

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

OFF:

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

PLAY:

•Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.

•Allows you to access data stored on the memory card or to transfer a still image stored on the

memory card to a computer.

When the Power Switch is set to “			AUTO	”, “ ”
appears. When set to “	MANUAL	” or “PLAY”, there is
no indication.
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When the Power Switch is set to “			AUTO	” or “ MANUAL ” and

the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”, the currently selected image size appears. When set to “VIDEO”, there is no indication.

VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position

VIDEO:

• Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape.

If “REC SELECT” is set to “

/

” in the

DSC Menu Screen, still images are recorded on the memory card as well.

•Zoom magnification over 10X is available ( pg. 18, 45).

MEMORY:

Allows you to record on a memory card or access data stored on a memory card.

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Contents GR-DVL522 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerImportant Product Safety Instructions Before recording an important scene CD-ROM AC Adapter AP-V10U, AP-V11U or AP-V12U Remote ControlBattery Pack Lock Button How To Attach The Lens CapGetting Started Charging the Battery Pack PowerBattery pack Charging time To Detach The Battery PackUsing AC Power Using the Battery PackAbout Batteries Approximate recording timeViewfinder Adjustment Grip Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentSet the Power Switch to Date/Time SettingsMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button DisplayLoading/Unloading a Cassette Approximate recording time Tape Recording mode12 EN Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference Recording Mode SettingMenu Screen Sub Menu 14 EN Picture Quality/Image Size Setting Loading a Memory Card To Unload a Memory CardTape Recording 16 EN To Adjust The Brightness Of The DisplayBasic Recording To Stop RecordingPower Switch Position Operation ModeVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position Journalistic Shooting18 EN Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards TZoom Zoom OutSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim20 EN When a blank portion is recorded on a tapeTime Code Proper recordingNormal Playback To Control The Speaker VolumeConnections 22 ENIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step 24 EN To cancel Blank Search midwayBlank Search PressMemory Card 26 EN SwitchBasic Shooting Snapshot Press SNAPSHOT. Photo appears whileImage Size/Picture SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard Quality To Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory CardTo Remove The Shutter Sound Auto Playback 28 ENRemoving On-Screen Display Index PlaybackViewing File Information 30 EN MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button DisplayProtecting Files To Remove ProtectionMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock Button To cancel deletion, select ReturnDeleting Files Display Menu Screen32 EN To Reset The SettingTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each Dpof ScreenTo Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of Prints To Reset The No. Of PrintsFast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display Dpof ScreenMaking a New Folder 34 ENInitializing a Memory Card Folder and File namesAdvanced Features 36 EN To Deactivate The Selected ModeNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsSnow ShutterSpotlight TwilightTo Deactivate The Selected Effect 38 ENFade/Wipe Effects Fader And Wipe Menu 40 EN Snapshot Mode SelectionSnapshot For Tape Recording Snapshot RecordingTo obtain correct focus While focusing on a nearer subjectFocus detection zone SubjectIris Lock 42 ENExposure Control Manual White Balance Operation White Balance AdjustmentCloud HalogenFor Recording Menu 44 ENWIPE/FADER Program AEMenu Screen Explanations 46 EN Reset Execute CAM CancelSystem Display Demo OFFFor Playback Menu Following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp pg48 EN Display Playback Sound50 EN Connector cover Power Switch To AVDubbing To a VCR Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modesTo use this camcorder as a player VIDEO/MEMORY Switch To DVLock ButtonTo DV OUT Video unit equipped with DV output connector VIDEO/MEMORY Switch52 EN Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on thisPlay/Pause Button 4/6 Wheel Lock Button Display Menu Screen54 EN Installing The BatteriesSwitch set to the camera Set to Play With the camcorder’s Power SwitchTo allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback 56 ENTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image MenuLeft Button Up ButtonRight Button Stop Normal playback Press TVCR Recording deck 58 ENSET REMOTE/VCR Code Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT Connector Connect the editing cable to the Remote Pause connectorMake Connections Also refer to pgRandom Assemble Editing Menu appears 60 ENSelect Scenes Editing Menu Automatic Editing to VCR62 EN Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER TimingFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingTo hear the dubbed sound during playback Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen pgAudio Dubbing Insert Editing 64 ENUsing DV cable Using USB cableConnector Power Switch Core filter To DV66 EN When a cassette at its end is loaded 95F C to 25C 68F to 77F is the ideal temperature range forCassette holder opens. Do not use force Recedes completely before closing the cassette holder coverSET DATE/TIME! appears Date/time is not set 68 ENOr OFF To Video There is no picture10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700X Find a white subject and composeTo Memory Video pg70 EN Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Distorted 72 ENLCD monitor image is Times, please consult your nearest Repeat the above two or threeJVC dealer pg this can be avoidedAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder74 EN Using Household AC Plug Adapter 76 EN Serious malfunctioning About moisture condensationDeclaration of Conformity Model Number Trade Name78 EN Standard FineUSB Edit$ % 80 ENPower Switch OPEN/EJECT Switch pgVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Video Light Switch pg1024 82 ENIndex Indications # @ Appears when the Power Switch is set to84 EN Blank Search VolumeLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback 116 21Indications 86 EN pg , 9 Backlight CompensationChannels Left/Right Darken The LCD MonitorSee previous page as well Unload a TapeWhite Balance