JVC GR-DF430 instruction manual Manual Focus, Exposure Control, To reset to Auto Focus

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Manual Focus

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.

Exposure Control

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

1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.

2 Press FOCUS. The manual focus indicator appears.

3 Press < or > to focus on a subject.

When the focus level

cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “

Manual focus indicator

” will blink.

is bright.

1 Set the Power Switch to “M”.

2 Set “p” to “MANUAL”. ( pg. 37)

The exposure control indicator appears.

3 To brighten the image, press >. To darken the image, press <. (maximum ±6)

+3 exposure has the same effect as the backlight

compensation. ( pg. 46)

–3 exposure has the same effect as when “r” is

set to “SPOTLIGHT”. ( pg. 49)

4 Press SET. Focus adjustment is complete.

To reset to Auto Focus

Press FOCUS twice or set the Power Switch to “A”.

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 .

4 Press SET. Exposure adjustment is complete.

To return to automatic exposure control

Select “AUTO” in step 2. Or, set the Power Switch to “A”.

NOTES:

You cannot use the manual exposure control at the same time when “r” is set to “SPOTLIGHT” or “SNOW” ( pg. 48), or with the backlight compensation.

If the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness, set “GAIN UP” to “AUTO”. ( pg. 37, 38)

ADVANCED FEATURES

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Contents Dear Customer GR-DF570 GR-DF470 GR-DF430Program AE with Special Effects Wipe/Fader EffectsBacklight Compensation Navigation FunctionSafety Precautions Page Contents EN EN Getting Started IndexIndicators ConnectorsControls Other PartsDuring E-Mail Clip Recording GR-DF570/ 470 only During D.S.C. Recording Only GR-DF570/ 470 only1h40m Sound 12BI T 1555W T 50m During Video PlaybackI T / M I X L 10 0Before Using This Camcorder OnlyDuring D.S.C. Playback GR-DF570/470 Provided Accessories How To Attach The Lens CapPlace here during shooting Buckle Strap guide Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyeletOpen the cover To MIC Eyelet Audio extension cable provided Stereo microphoneHow To Attach The Core Filter PowerCharging The Battery Pack Connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter. AP-V14E/A onlyUsing The Battery Pack Data Battery SystemBATT. Release to detach it Maximum continuous recording timeUsing AC Power Operation ModePower-Linked Operation About BatteriesViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentDate/Time Settings Language SettingsTripod Mounting Brightness Adjustment Of The DisplayTo protect valuable recordings Cassette holder coverLoading/Unloading a Memory Card GR-DF570/470 only Close the card coverTo protect valuable files available only for SD Memory Card Basic Recording Tape Remaining TimeLCD Monitor And Viewfinder Zooming EN Video RecordingJournalistic Shooting Self RecordingTime Code Video Recording ENRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Display Minutes Seconds Frames Frames = 1 secondEN Video Playback Normal PlaybackShuttle Search Blank SearchIf using a VCR , go to step To choose whether or not the followingDisplays appear on the connected TV Only Video PlaybackBiphonic Playback GR-DF570 Playback Using The Remote ControlVideo Playback EN Frame-By-Frame Playback Slow-Motion PlaybackPlayback Zoom Playback Special Effects You can move the image onUp and Down Approximate Number of Storable Images Basic Shooting D.S.C. SnapshotTo cancel Interval Shooting mode Interval ShootingPress Snapshot Auto Playback Of Images Normal Playback Of ImagesPlayback Of Video Clips Playback ZoomIndex Playback Of Files Removing On-Screen DisplayViewing File Information Mail Clip Recording Record-Standby modeEngage the E-Mail Clip Press E-MAILto end E-Mail Clip RecordingResetting The File Name Protecting FilesDubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory Card To Remove Protection Deleting FilesTo Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of Prints Setting Print Information Dpof SettingDPOF, and press SET Sub Menu appearsInitialising a Memory Card To Reset The Number Of PrintsFORMAT, and press SET. The FormatChanging The Menu Settings Menus for Detailed Adjustment ENMenus without Sub Menus Menus with Sub Menus= Factory-preset EN Menus for Detailed AdjustmentRecording Menus 5SEC / 15SEC / 30SEC / 60SECWhen the Power Switch is set to M Q Manual settings are effective only= Factory-preset Refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction OFF Disables 5-Second RecordingOFF Automatic demonstration will not take place  pg , Date/Time SettingsOFF Time code is not displayed For GR-DF570/470Playback Menus Sound Mode and Narration30MIN / 60MIN 640 x 480 / 1024 x 768 / 1152 xSP / LP Second Recording To take a snapshot in the 5-second recording modeSet 5S to 5S.  pg To exit the 5S mode, select OFF in stepMotor Drive Mode EN Features for RecordingNight-Alive Snapshot For Video RecordingManual Focus To reset to Auto FocusExposure Control Manual focus is recommended in situations listed belowIris Lock Spot Exposure ControlBacklight Compensation Manual White Balance Adjustment White Balance AdjustmentTo change the setting To return to automatic white balanceSelect OFF in . The effect indicator disappears Wipe Or Fader EffectsTo deactivate the selected effect Recording automatically Navigation Function GR-DF570Playback To delete thumbnail imagesTo add thumbnail images during video Following procedure Biphonic Recording GR-DF570For Biphonic Playback  pg , perform Dubbing To Or From a VCR To use this camcorder as a recorderTo use this camcorder as a player Digital Dubbing Equipped With a DV ConnectorEditing EN Dubbing To Or From a Video UnitUsing USB cable GR-DF570/470 only Using DV cableUsing USB cable* B Using DV cable EN EditingFor GR-DF570/470 owners Audio DubbingTo end Audio Dubbing, press Pause 9, then Stop To hear the dubbed sound during playbackInsert Editing Press START/STOP to begin editingTo end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then Stop Advanced features PowerVideo and D.S.C.* Recording Video and D.S.C.* PlaybackOther problems EN TroubleshootingDisplays the battery remaining power Troubleshooting ENAppears when the tape ends during recording or playback Remaining power level High ExhaustedDUB Error User Maintenance EN Cleaning The CamcorderTo clean the exterior To clean the LCD monitorCassettes EN CautionsLCD Monitor Memory Cards GR-DF570/470 onlyDirty heads can cause the following ProblemsAbout moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningCamcorderCassette Specifications ENAC Adapter Ø3.5 mm, stereoDpof Setting Digital Print Order Format TermsRecording Capacity Page GR-DF570 GR-DF470 GR-DF430 Software Installation and PC Connection Guide Limited Liability How to handle a CD-ROM System Requirements For CyberLink DVD SolutionSoftware Installation Windows Page Updating Device Manager Windows 98SE only Installing USB Mass Storage Class driverTo USB connector Connecting the USB cableTo DV connector Connector To USB connectorStill SettingClips DataCopying Files to the PC Windows Still images When using Windows 98SEClick OK When using Windows 2000/Me/XPConnections Macintosh Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card MacintoshStill images Dpof Setting data Navigation dataVideo Clips Playing Back Files on the PC Macintosh Memory Card Overview of Enjoying the Moving or Still Images on the PCVia the USB cable Transfer the still images