JVC GR-AXM38EG instruction manual Dial, Mode, Viewfinder indication

Dial	LCD monitor/		Mode
symbol	Viewfinder indication
LOCK	AUTO LOCK	Auto Mode Lock

Auto Mode Lock

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting.

•In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.

RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock.

FG	FG : FOG	Electronic
		Fog Filter

Electronic Fog Filter

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look.

ND ND:ND EFFECT ND Effect

ND Effect

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject.

SEPIASepia

Sepia

The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of an older movie. Use together with Wide (☞ pg. 23) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie.

Dial	LCD monitor/	EN 21
		Mode
symbol	Viewfinder indication
	TWILIGHT	Twilight

Twilight

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight mode is selected:

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “” (FINE day mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode (☞ pg. 33).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to- camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual focusing (☞ pg. 31).

SPORTS Sports

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.

NEGA POSI Nega/Posi

Nega/Posi (Negative/Positive)

The colours of a picture are reversed.

		NEGA POSI mode
1/2000	2 S 1/2000	1/2000 sec.
		High Speed Shutter

High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.