JVC LYT0278-001A Feature Video Light, To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

DANGER

■The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

■Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

■When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. between the video light and people or objects.

■Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

■It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

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FEATURE: Video Light

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

OPERATION:

1)Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required:

OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on.

■The video light can only be used with the camcorder’s power on.

■It is recommended to set the white balance

(☞ pg. 36) to when you use the video light.

■When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.

NOTES:

 

 

● Even if the battery indicator (

) does not blink if

 

the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may

 

RECORDING

turn off automatically when you turn on the video

 

light, or when you start recording with the video

 

light turned on.

 

 

● When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch is set to

 

“AUTO”:

 

 

•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video

 

light may keep turning on and off. In this case,

 

manually switch the light on or off using the

 

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON switch.

 

 

•While the “SHUTTER” mode (☞ pg. 31) is

 

engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

 

•While the “TWILIGHT” mode (☞ pg. 31) is

 

engaged, the light will not activate.

 

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Contents GR-DVF7 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerAbout Batteries About DV Contents Charging the Battery Pack PowerUsing the Battery Pack Choose which one means charged and which means discharged Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Charge MarkerRE-INSERT Holder Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/RemovalInsert Battery in Holder Remove Battery Holder Pull out the battery holderAccess Recording Menu Date/Time SettingsSelect Operation Mode Access DATE/TIME MenuINSERT/REMOVE Tape ContOpen LCD Monitor Open Cassette CoverSet depending on your preference Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode First move the highlight bar to REC Mode byViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentAttach Strap Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Tripod MountingLoad a Cassette Power Switch PositionFull Auto mode PRO. modeIndicaitons reappear Stop RecordingPress Display Button RecordingShooting While Watching The LCD Monitor Recording Basic RecordingBefore the following steps, perform pg Interface Shooting Journalistic ShootingBrightness Control Zoom Out Feature Picture StabilizerBasic Recording ZoomTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Feature Video LightProper recording When blank portion is recorded on a tapeSET Function Parameters Recording Advanced Features EN21Displaying The Date And Time During Recording Select FunctionSnapshot Recording Advanced FeaturesSnapshot Mode Selection SnapshotEN23 Motor Drive ModeSelect Function Parameters in DATE/TIME Menu or System Menu Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting END SettingRecording Menu Explanations Factory-presetSystem Menu Explanations Date/Time Menu ExplanationsB K , , B W Fade/Wipe EffectsEffect Selection FADE/WIPE SelectionIf you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recording Store Scene in Memory Engage the Record-Standby modePicture Wipe or Dissolve Selection P, P, P, P , P, P and P Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 3 on pgMenu Fader And Wipe MenuProgramme AE With Special Effects Recording Advanced FeaturesSelect Mode Disable ModeMonotone ShutterTwilight SepiaAuto Focus FocusingPatterns that are regularly repeated END Adjustment of Focus Access Manual Mode Item MenuAccess Manual Focus Adjust FocusTo darken the image Access Exposure ControlIf you want to reset the exposure, repeat step Exposure ControlTo Return To Automatic Iris Control Iris LockCentre SUBJECT, Lock Iris IrisTo Return To Automatic White Balance White Balance AdjustmentAccessment White Balance Adjust Select Auto in . Or set the Power Switch toTo Change The Tint For Recording Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation Exit Manual White Balance AD- JustmentPlayback Basic Playback Speaker Volume ControlRewind or Fast-forward the tape Feature Playback Zoom Feature Still PlaybackFeature Shuttle Search Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackPlayback Menu EN PlaybackDisplaying The Time Code During Playback Playback SoundRecording sound Display Output sound Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cable When connecting the cables, open this coverEN Playback Connections Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cable and S-Video cableConnectvcr Camcorder to TV or Connectinput VCR Output to TV Supply PowerTurn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV Tape Dubbing Pull OUT Battery Holder Installing The BatteryRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Buttons FunctionsTo stop Slow-Motion Playback in progess, press Play To allow slow-speed search in either directionDown Playback ZoomActivate Zoom END ZoomSelect Playback Effect Accessmenu Playback Effect SelectPlayback Special Effects Start PlaybackOperate VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET REMOTE/VCR Code SET Remote to Operate VCRSelect Scenes Make ConnectionsPress FADE/WIPE Select ScenesUSE FADE/WIPE on Scene Transition if Necessary USE Programme AE with Special Effects if NecessaryPrepare Source Tape Automatic Editing to VCRStop Editing Choose a Scene For More Accurate EditingDiagnosing VCR’S Against Camcorder Timing Prepare for R.A. EditClose Menu Adjustment of VCR’S Against Camcorder TimingAccess Playback Menu Input Correction DataStop Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Dubbing Pause During DubbingNew track is output on both L and R channels in stereo Original and new tracks are combined and output in stereoCorrective Action Delay of a fraction of a Snapshot mode cannot be used Digital Zoom does not workShutter mode of Programme When using Picture WipeDisappear Than 1 second to make Places subject to low Adjust the brightnessCamcorder When the LCD monitor’s Fluorescent light reaches Picture Wipe function does not workLCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink Battery pack, etc., clockRear of the LCD monitor is hot Images on the LCD monitor are jitteryCharging is difficult in places Power lamp blinks There are disturbances in audioTemperature To protect the battery, it is Recommended to charge itAfter Use Clean ExteriorClean LCD Monitor Clean Lens64EN External Stereo Microphone Input Connector MIC Video Light Switch$ Power Switch Battery Release Switch Connectors to r are located beneath444 IndicationsLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording FunctionIndications Function LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackFunction Exposure Control ...................................... pg Pg , 7Pg , 42 Date/Time DisplayDuring use For safety, do notAvoid using the unit To avoid hazardTo prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not To prolong service lifeDo not leave the unit To protect the unit, do notGeneral AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V15EGConnectors CamcorderGR-DVF7

GR-DVF7, LYT0278-001A specifications

The JVC LYT0278-001A, also known as the GR-DVF7, is a compact yet powerful digital camcorder renowned for its innovative features and user-friendly design. This camcorder is designed to cater to both amateur and semi-professional videographers, delivering high-quality video capture along with a host of functionality.

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