JVC GR-DVX manual Snapshot Flash Auto Flash, Select Function

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28EN RECORDINGAdvanced Features (Cont.)

Snapshot Flash (Auto Flash)

During Full Auto mode, or Manual mode when “FLASH” is set to “AUTO” in the Recording Menu, the flash automatically lights at the subject if it’s dark ( appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder) when taking a snapshot in Record-Standby.

MENU button

MENU

Flash sensor

Flash

Lock button

5S M A OFF YALP

Power Dial

SNAPSHOT

Display

PAUSE

Flash Ready Indicator

REC MODE

SP

WIDE MODE

OFF

ZOOM

20X

DIS

OFF

GAIN UP

AGC

FLASH

AUTO

TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

4END

Recording Menu

1 ENGAGE RECORD-STANDBY First turn the Power Dial to any operation mode except “PLAY” and “OFF”, make sure the viewfinder is pulled out or the monitor is open fully.

If the power dial is set to A ... go to step 5.

If the power dial is set to M ”, “5S” or ...

go to step 2.

2 ACCESS RECORDING MENU Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.

3 SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the Select Dial to move the pointer and highlight bar to “FLASH”, then press it.

4 SELECT FUNCTION PARAMETERS Rotate the Select Dial to display “AUTO” and press it. Setting is complete.

5 TAKE SNAPSHOT

Press SNAPSHOT.

NOTES:

The flash does not light when the flash is set to

“OFF” on the recording menu when GAIN UP is set to “OFF” (pg. 34), when P.AE effect is set to “TWILIGHT” and also when the battery remaining power is low.

When taking several snapshots in succession (Motor Drive Mode), the flash lights only during the first one.

Although images shot with a flash tend to look whiter than they actually are, to compensate for this camcorder automatically darkens the picture when using the flash. When shooting a subject at a distance where the flash light cannot reach (over 2 m), set the flash to “OFF” to prevent the picture from becoming too dark.

The color tone changes depending on the background lighting conditions, such as under fluorecent or halogen lamps.

When you want to change the brightness of the flash, refer to “Adjusting Flash Brightness” (pg. 29).

While charging the flash, blinks in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and the flash does not light. Although noise may appear in the view- finder or the LCD monitor, this is not a malfunc- tion. This is not recorded. It can take up to ten seconds to charge the flash.

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Contents GR-DVX For Customer UseDear Customer It is recommended that youPower Sources Power Cord ProtectionPower Lines Grounding or PolarizationAccessories Damage Requiring ServiceReplacement Parts Safety CheckSafety Precautions EN P Rovided a CCE Ssories DC cordRemote control unit RM-V711U Lithium battery CR2025For remote control unit Grip strap MiniDV Cassette Tape 30 min DVM-30 Power Pack CU-V900UVideo Area Audio Area Sub-Code AreaITI Insert and Tracking Information Area Contents Charging The Battery Pack Detach BATTERY/BATTERIESAttach DetachInstalling The Battery Pack Open Battery CoverInsert Battery Close Battery CoverSupply Power First. Close the battery coverAttach to Camcorder Knob and insertDate/Time Settings Select Operation ModeInput Date and Time LCD monitorOPEN/EJECT switch Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Cover INSERT/REMOVE TapeSET Recording Mode Recording Mode SettingSet depending on your preference Attach Hand Strap PUT CamcorderClose Flap During transportingAdjust Length Grip Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Attach Grip Strap to Hand Strap EyeletAdjust Diopter Diopter AdjustmentTurn on Camcorder Remote Control Unit Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder Insert Battery in HolderOperation Mode Power Dial Position FunctionBasic Recording Pull OUT Viewfinder or Open LCD MonitorStart Recording Stop RecordingRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Engage Still ModeStart Search When blank portion is recorded on a tape Time CodeProper recording During shootingTape Remaining Indicator Adjust BrightnessBrightness Control Brightness indication appears in the LCD monitorJournalistic shooting Interface ShootingOpen LCD Monitor Tilt LCD MonitorRE COR DIN G ZoomMotor Drive mode Changing the Snapshot SettingSnapshot Take SnapshotSnapshot Flash Auto Flash Select FunctionAdjusting Flash Brightness Select ModeAccessmenu Manual Mode Item Access Flash AdjustmentEngage 5S Mode Dissolves during 5 second mode recordingTo Take a Snapshot In The 5-Second Mode Scene 5-second recordingSelf-Timer Stop SELF-TIMER RecordingEND SELF-TIMER Recording To Take a Snapshot In The Self-Timer ModeMenus Close Recording MenuRecording Menu allows you to set these functions Please refer to page 33, 34 for detailsREC Mode Recording mode Wide ModeDIS Digital Image Stabilizer Zoom Zoom magnificationFlash pg Displaying The Date And Time During Recording System Menu Access System MenuClose System Menu Sound signals can be sampled at 32 kHz or 48 kHz ReturnAccess FADER/WIPE Menu To Cancel FADE/WIPE EffectsFADE/WIPE Effects Select EffectFades and Wipes Example WHExample Fader WhiteResume Recording Picture Wipe/DissolveP and P of the Fader/Wipe Menu Random Variations Fade in or out with a white screen Fade in or out with a black screenOut from color to black and white Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effectNew scene gradually appears as the old one gradually DisappearsNew scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper Right corner to the lower left cornerDisable P.AE/EFFECT AE/EffectsClassic Film StrobeTwilight SepiaManual Focus Adjustment Access Manual FocusAdjust Focus To Change To Auto FocusAdjust Exposure Exposure ControlBrightness control of the LCD monitor To Return To Automatic Exposure ControlAfter , adjust the exposure rotating Iris LockTo Return To Automatic Iris Control IrisWhite Balance Adjustment Accessment White Balance AdjustClosement White Balance Adjust Select Auto in . Or set the Power Dial toEnter Setting Exit Manual White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingVolume switch Rewind TapeViewing Recording END PlaybackPlayback Zoom Activate ZoomLocatescene Portion of Magnified END ZoomPlayback Effects Select P.AE/EFFECTRM-V711U Start Playback Press the Play buttonAccess Playback Menu Playback MenuClose Menu Playback Menu allows you to set the following functionsDisplaying the Date During Playback Playback SoundDisplaying The Time Code During Playback VCR/TV Connection when connecting directly to the camcorder Turn on PowerSelect TV’S Video Mode Turn the Power Dial to Play and turn on the TV/VCRConfirm POWER-OFF Status Supply Power VCR/TV Connection using Docking StationAttach and Locks VCR/TV connection using the Docking Station EN Playback Basic ConnectionsConnect Docking Station to TV or VCR Connect as shown in the illustration pgDubbing Make ConnectionsStart Playback Pause RecordingOperate the VCR Brand SettingRM-V711U 9 ` provided Random Assemble Editing Start Source PlaybackExecute FADE/WIPE in if Necessary Recording deckSET EDIT-IN Point SET EDIT-OUT PointUSE Fade Wipe on Scene Transition if Necessary USE P.AE/EFFECT if NecessaryEngagemode Vcrs RECORD-PAUSE Start EditingStop Editing ButtonFor More Accurate Editing Prepare for R.A. Edit Play Back Dubbed SceneChoose a Scene RM-V711U T W providedInput Correction Data Press MENU. The Playback Menu appears on the TV screenAudio Dubbing Find EDIT-IN PointBegin Dubbing Pause During DubbingInsert Editing Find Edit OUT PointFind Edit in Point Pause During EditingBattery pg 5S orTape END appears Replace with new cassetteEN TR Ouble Shooting Squeeze or Cinema mode is selected in the Recording Menu Picture Wipe function doesn’t workAre actually recorded. This is Same time Cleaning The Camcorder Camcorder OPEN/EJECT switch pg Power dial pgRBATTERY cover pg IND.ON/OFF button pgDocking Station LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording FunctionAppears during recording Appears while the tape is running Brightness of the flashLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback Indications Function Using Household AC Plug Adapter Plug adapterMain Unit Power Power consumptionSignal format Video signal recording formatColor temperature AC AdapterAuto focus On-screen displaySecond Mode Fade-In/Out Motor Drive ModeAnimation Audio Dubbing Pg , 56Page Page GR-DVX

GR-DVX specifications

The JVC GR-DVX is a compact and versatile MiniDV camcorder that gained popularity in the early 2000s for its combination of high-quality video capture, user-friendly interface, and innovative features. This camcorder is a testament to JVC's commitment to advancing imaging technology while providing value to both amateur videographers and seasoned professionals.

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