JVC GR-AX999UM, LYT0108-001A manual C. Shooting Advanced Features

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D.S.C.SHOOTINGAdvancedFeatures

During Digital Still Camera shooting, various functions used for movie shooting are also available. After setting the following functions, press the SNAPSHOT Button to shoot. A still image which takes advantage of these movie functions is stored in memory.

Mode

Function

 

 

Zoom

Allows you to use the optical zoom or the Digital Zoom. Zooming is possible

 

from 22 times (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi-

 

cation. Select optical zoom or Digital Zoom in the Menu Screen (pg. 50).

 

 

Picture

When recording while holding the camorder in your hand, or when shooting a

Stabilizer

subject with little or no contrast, subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in

 

the recorded image (pg. 21).

 

 

Video Light

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim (pg. 23).

 

 

Auto Mode Lock

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to

 

accidental button pressing during shooting.

 

• In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and

 

the Menu Jog Dial (pg. 26, 27).

 

 

Auto Mode

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock (pg. 26, 27).

Release

 

 

 

Electronic Fog

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external fog filter is attached to

Filter

the lens. Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look (pg. 26, 27).

 

 

ND Effect

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter

 

the effects of glare on the subject (pg. 26, 27).

 

 

Sepia

Allows you to shoot a still image in monochrome, giving the effect of an older

 

picture (pg. 26, 27).

 

 

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Contents GR-AX999UM English Safety Precautions Installation Antenna Installation InstructionsRequirements for the grounding electrode ProductUSE ServicingTo avoid personal injury Major Features EN Zoom-inZoom-out Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorderBATT. Release Eject PushPLAY/PAUSE REWSystem Select Switch Set to D.S.C Snapshot Button Open/Close 3 SwitchPower Switch Set to Play Quick Operation Guide D.S.C. ENContents Cassette Adapter Battery Pack Lithium BatteryVHS Playpak C-P7U BN-V18U CD-ROM including CR2025 x 2 forPower Supply PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackTo AC outlet DC OUT terminal To DC Jack AC Power Car Battery Cord Lighter socketCar Battery Charger/Adapter Charge markerSwitch OFF Power Insert BatteryGetting Started Close CoverSetting Menu Select Dial ViewfinderMenu Jog Dial Menu Screen DATE/TIMEGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentAdjust Length Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Attach StrapRecording Mode Setting Tape Length SettingLoading/Unloading a Cassette Open Cassette HolderINSERT/REMOVE Cassette Close Cassette HolderEnter RECORD-STANDBY Mode Lens Cover SwitchBasic Recording Load a CassetteTape remaining time indicator Stop RecordingNow calculating BlinkingBasic Features Zoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicator barPower Zoom button Select Dial When the Select Dial is set to Auto LockFeature PurposeOperation Video Recording Basic Features Feature Purpose OperationDisplay Date/Time InsertTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as requiredMode when you use the video light Light OFF/AUTO/ONSelect Snapshot Mode MODESnapshotTake Snapshot SnapshotPictrue mode display Fine or STD standard Pin-Up ShotsFull Video Recording Advanced Features Program AE With Special EffectsMark Captures faster action than Sports mode IndicationHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Colors of a picture are reversedAdvanced Features Engage FADE- or Wipe Standby ModeTo Cancel FADE- or WIPE- Standby Mode Fade/WipeEngage Wide Mode Select Super Lolux ModeWide Super LoLuxGain UpSelect Preset Title EN Video RecordingInstant Titles Viewfinder Title displayUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Make SettingEND Setting Adjusts focus automatically Allows you to adjust focus manually pgAdjusts exposure automatically Allows you to adjust exposure manually pgTally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Functions are disabledSetting is Etc. When Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu ScreenFocusing Auto FocusEND Adjustment of Focus Focus Menu ScreenManual Focus Screen To brighten the image Menu Jog Dial Menu Screen Exposure Menu ScreenTo darken the image Manual White Balance Adjustment M.W.B INT. Time Menu INT. Time Indicator REC Time IndicatorREC Time Menu INT. Time Release Animation Mode Time-LapseSET Interval Between Recordings SET Recording TimeEN Video Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Play BackVideo Playback Features EN TrackingActivate Manual Tracking Video Playback Features Counter R/M PLAY/PAUSEUsing The Cassette Adapter EN Cassette Adapter VHS PlaypakInsert Cassette in Adapter Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to VCR Connect Camcorder to TVRF-V5U Power Switch Tape DubbingSelect Picture Mode Mode SnapshotEN Digital Still Camera D.S.C. Shooting Basic ShootingPicture Mode Setting SET Picture ModeSet to D.S.C Select Dial Viewfinder Select FunctionC. Shooting Advanced Features Following happens when Twilight mode is selected pg Changed to another modeFocusing pg Captures faster action than Sports mode pgSetting Menu Ex. INT. Time Turn the Select Dial to any position except AutoLOCK, then press the Menu Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appearsMode when you wish to shoot many still images Is better than STANDARD, Fine is more suitable for postProduction on a PC On NextSetting is impossible Titles etc. When Demo Mode is set to on and the MenuBy turning off the camcorder, Demo Mode is set to OFF DisabledButton System Select Switch Basic Playback ENC. Playback Advanced Features Setting Menu Ex. ProtectPress the Menu Jog Dial. The Menu Screen AppearsImages you shot beforehand pg SelectALL Access Index Menu Screen IndexView Index Images Index Menu ScreenProtect SET ProtectAccess Delete Menu Screen Select Delete ModeC. Playback DeleteAccess Delete Execute Menu Screen Never remove the power supply unit at this stageCase of Select Access Slide Show Slide ShowEx. Slide Show Menu Jog Dial Menu Screen Ex. Slide ShowC. Playback Connection Connect to Personal ComputerRUN Image Transfer SOFT- Ware END TransferringPull OUT Battery Holder Replace Battery HolderRM-V705URM-V700U Providedoptional FunctionsInterval Timer Indicator VissUsing Remote Control Unit Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR Operate VCRConnect to Prepare CamcorderPrepare VCR RM-V700U optionalCont Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE Mode Begin Automatic EditingEND Automatic Editing ON/OFF VCR REC StbyREW Power Switch Viewfinder START/STOP REW Play Pause InsertRM-V700URM-V705U Optional or provided Power Switch Viewfinder Select Still ImageBegin Insert Editing END Insert EditingSet to Video To external Microphone input Jack capped REW Play Pause DUBUser Maintenance Cleaning The CamcorderAfter Use 72EN Recording Mode SP/EP Displayed when any of the buttons located@ Picture Stabilizer Indicator Tape Remaining Time74EN Tally Lamp Power Indicator REW Button Retake R Quick Review ButtonFF Button Retake F Button Stop Button # Function Navigator DialCharging the Battery Pack Discharge The Battery Pack High Speed Shutter ModeFast-Forward Tape Delete Select Menu ScreenRandom Assemble Editing Recording, Start/Stop VideoRemove Cassette Pg , 49No power is supplied Some functions are not availableBright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the viewfinder Playback Recording cannot be performed Recording does not startTroubleshooting Format Menu ScreenUsing Household AC Plug Adapter Plug adapterTo avoid hazard For safety, do not Avoid using the unitDuring use Store cassettesAbout moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningNumber Mbyte Storable shots Fine mode Approx shots Standard modeDimensions X 42 H 16 x 1-11/16 Weight Approx g 0.71 lbs Camcorder format VHS Ntsc standardPage Page Page GR-AX999UM

LYT0108-001A, GR-AX999UM specifications

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