JVC LYT0217-001A 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. (1 ft.) 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. 37) 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 For Customer Use GR-DVA1Dear Customer For clock operation and remote control unitIt is recommended that you Grounding or Polarization Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Power LinesReplacement Parts AccessoriesCleaning Damage Requiring ServiceAA-V15U About BatteriesBN-V11U Audio VideoContents Charging the Battery Pack PowerUsing the Battery Pack Using a CAR Battery Using AC PowerCharge Marker RE-INSERT Holder Insert Battery in Holder10 EN Getting StartedAccess DATE/TIME Menu Date/Time SettingsSelect Operation Mode Access Recording MenuINSERT/REMOVE Tape 12 ENLoading/Unloading a Cassette Open Cassette CoverSet depending on your preference Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode First move the highlight bar to REC Mode byViewfinder Adjustment Grip Adjustment14 EN Attach Strap Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Tripod MountingLoad a Cassette Power Switch Position16 EN Recording Basic RecordingStop Recording Viewfinder IndicationsPress Display Button Zoom Feature Picture Stabilizer18 EN Basic RecordingTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Feature Video LightBattery power When blank portion is recorded on a tape Basic FeaturesProper recording SET Function Parameters Recording Advanced Features EN21Displaying The Date And Time During Recording Select FunctionSnapshot Advanced Features22 EN RecordingEN23 Motor Drive ModeUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Recording Advanced Features24 EN Recording Menu Explanations System Menu Explanations Date/Time Menu ExplanationsB K , , B W Fade/Wipe EffectsEffect Selection FADE/WIPE SelectionBefore the following steps, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg 28 ENPicture Wipe or Dissolve Selection P, P, P, P , P, P and P Start RecordingFader And Wipe Menu Program AE With Special Effects Select ModeDisable Mode 30 ENMonotone ShutterTwilight SepiaPatterns that are regularly repeated Focusing32 EN Auto FocusEND Adjustment of Focus Access Manual Mode Item MenuAccess Manual Focus Adjust FocusTo darken the image Access Exposure Control34 EN Exposure ControlTo Return To Automatic Iris Control Iris LockCenter SUBJECT, Lock Iris Iris36 EN White Balance AdjustmentAccessment White Balance Adjust Select Auto in . Or set the Power Switch toSET Manual White Balance Enter SettingExit Manual White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance OperationPlay Back 38 ENPlayback Basic Playback Rewind or Fast-forward the tapeFeature Playback Zoom Feature Still PlaybackFeature Shuttle Search Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackPlayback Menu Playback Advanced FeaturesAccess Playback Menu 40 ENDisplaying The Time Code During Playback Playback SoundRecording sound Display Output sound Connections Connectors42 EN PlaybackTurn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV Connectvcr Camcorder to TV orTape Dubbing 44 ENRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Using the Remote Control Unit EN45Installing The Battery Pull OUT Battery HolderRM-V712U only EN Using the Remote Control UnitFunctions ButtonsTo allow slow-speed search in either direction Feature Slow-Motion Playback RM-V712U onlyTo stop Slow-Motion Playback in progess, press Play Activate Zoom Using the Remote Control Unit48 EN Playback ZoomSelect Playback Effect Accessmenu Playback Effect SelectPlayback Special Effects Start PlaybackOperate VCR 50 EN9 ` SET REMOTE/VCR CodeSelect Scenes Make ConnectionsUSE Program AE with Special Effects if Necessary 52 ENSelect Scenes USE FADE/WIPE on Scene Transition if NecessaryPrepare Source Tape Automatic Editing to VCRStop Editing For More Accurate Editing 54 ENDiagnosing VCR’S Against Camcorder Timing Input Correction Data Adjustment of VCR’S Against Camcorder TimingPossible Causes Corrective Action 56 ENCompleted pg Being used in a scene Video mode Video playbackSet the Power Switch to Effects and Fade/Wipe Selected the mode For editing was registered58 EN TroubleshootingRecording Menu Use the Picture Wipe Function pg AE with special effects Indicators On Screen is set to Set on Screen to onOFF in the Date/Time Date/Time Menu Screen Ex. fingerprints Cause damagePossible Causes 60 ENAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder# $ t % 62ENSelect Dial +, -, Push @ MENU/DISPLAY Button Video Light Switch$ Power Switch Battery Release Switch Clock Battery Slot Tripod Mounting SocketViewfinder Indications During Recording 64 ENIndex IndicationsSOUND1 Tape END Error Refer ManualVolume Viewfinder Indications During Playback66 EN Information Using Household AC Plug AdapterTo protect the unit, do not For safety, do notAvoid using the unit Do not leave the unitCamcorder SpecificationsAC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V15U ConnectorsMemo Memo GR-DVA1