JVC GR-D340E/EK Manual Focus, To reset to Auto Focus, To return to automatic exposure control

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28 EN FEATURES FOR RECORDING

 

Manual Focus

Exposure Control

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.

2 Set the recording mode to “M” ( pg. 14)

3 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears.

4 Press

or

to focus

 

 

 

 

on a subject.

 

Manual focus

When the focus level

 

indicator

cannot be adjusted any

 

 

further or closer, “ ” or “

” will blink.

5 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.

To reset to Auto Focus

Press FOCUS twice.

Manual focus is recommended in situations listed below.

When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

When illumination is low.*

When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one- colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.*

When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.

When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.

*The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and .

Manual exposure control is recommended in the following situations:

When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright.

When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.

When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.

1 Set the Power Switch to “REC”.

2 Set the recording mode to “M” ( pg. 14).

3 Set “EXPOSURE” to “MANUAL” in FUNCTION Menu ( pg. 24)

The exposure control Menu appears.

4 To brighten the image, press . To darken the image, press . (maximum ±6)

+3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight compensation. ( pg. 29)

–3 exposure has the same effect as when PROGRAM AE is set to “SPOTLIGHT”. ( pg. 32)

5 Press SET or . Exposure adjustment is complete.

To return to automatic exposure control

Select “AUTO” in step 3.

NOTES:

You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when “PROGRAM AE” is set to “SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” ( pg. 32), or with the backlight compensation.

If the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”. ( pg. 23, 24)

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Contents GR-D340E/EK Dear CustomerWe recommend cleaning your video heads before use Use SP Standard mode for important video recordingsFor safety and reliability Do not leave the unitImportant for owners in the U.K Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or RedInformation for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment European UnionSome DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment Data Battery Wipe/Fader EffectsAuto Button Backlight CompensationPower-Linked Operation Playback SnapshotIndex Connectors IndicatorsPOWER/CHARGE Lamp  pg ControlsDuring Video Playback LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications2006 Before Using This Camcorder Power How To Attach The Lens CapCharging The Battery Pack How To Attach The Shoulder StrapData Battery System Maximum continuous recording timeOperation Mode Using AC PowerAuto/Manual Mode About BatteriesGrip Adjustment Date/Time SettingsLanguage Settings InformationDisplay Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting To protect valuable recordings Basic Recording Tape Remaining TimeLCD Monitor And Viewfinder Approximate recording timeZooming Journalistic Shooting Time CodeZoom Zoom OutQuick Review Recording From The Middle Of a TapeNormal Playback Still PlaybackShuttle Search Blank SearchTo S connector To AV Connector If using a VCR, go to . If not, go to stepCable Optional Provided Video Recording Menus Advanced FeaturesVideo Playback Menus Recording Menus English / Français / Español Italiano / NederlandsSound Mode and Narration Playback MenusOFF / on OFF / LCD / LCD/TVWide Mode Motor Drive ModeNight-Scope Snapshot Record Still Image On TapeTo reset to Auto Focus Manual FocusManual focus is recommended in situations listed below To return to automatic exposure controlTo cancel Backlight Compensation Iris LockBacklight Compensation To lock the irisWhite Balance Adjustment To change the settingAuto White balance is adjusted automatically Set W.BALANCE in Function Menu  pgSelect OFF in . The effect indicator disappears Wipe Or Fader EffectsProgram AE, Effects and Shutter Effects To deactivate the selected effectOFF Disables the function. Factory-preset SportsDubbing To a VCR AdvancedDubbing To DV OUTTo a PC with a DV connector by using If you are using a Windows XP, you can useConferences over the Internet, using a Available softwarePower Advanced featuresVideo Recording Video PlaybackOther problems Troubleshooting ENDisplays the battery remaining power Appears when the tape ends during recording or playbackRemaining power level High ExhaustedCleaning The Camcorder To clean the exteriorTo clean the LCD monitor To clean the lensLCD Monitor CassettesNot Main Unit Camcorder AC AdapterRecording Capacity TermsGR-D340E/EK