JVC GR-SXM920 EN27, Feature Video Light, To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

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 (11-13/16") 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.

EN27

FEATURE: Video Light

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

OPERATION:

Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON 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. 38) 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 turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

●When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON 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 LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON.

•While the “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter” mode (☞ pg. 29) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the “Twilight” mode (☞ pg. 29) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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Contents GR-SXM920 AA-V16U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with Dear CustomerIt is recommended that you EN3 Ventilation Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Power LinesEN5 Using the battery pack To remove the battery packSlide Battery Release and pull out the battery pack EN7 Quick Operation Guide D.S.CEN Major Features Zoom Zoom outCassettes marked and can be used with this camcorder Provided Accessories Optional AccessoriesEN9 Charge Marker PowerCharging the Battery Pack 10 ENTo Detach The Battery Pack Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Using a CAR BatteryLoading/Unloading a Cassette Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal12 EN Getting StartedDate/Time Settings EN13To set YEAR, Month or DAY, rotate the Select Higher picture and sound quality and is better for Recording Mode SettingEN Getting Started Set depending on your preferenceEN15 Recording Format SettingVHS VCR with Sqpb Function 16 ENCont RecordingPlaybackTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentTo Stop Recording Switches off the camcorderShooting While Watching Viewfinder Shooting While Watching LCD MonitorLCD MONITOR/VIEWFINDER Indications EN19Journalistic Shooting Interface ShootingPress Snapshot Mode SelectionEN Basic Digital Still Camera D.S.C. Shooting Still Image StorageEN21 EN Basic D.S.C. Shooting Feature Picture Mode SettingEN23 Recording Basic FeaturesSnapshot Mode Selection SnapshotBasic Features If you press during Record-Standby modeSnapshot Recording Zoom Feature Picture StabilizerSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T EN25To remove the still image you have checked Instant Delete Feature Quick Review for scenes recorded onto a tape26 EN RecordingSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim EN27Fades in/out to a black screen Recording Advanced Features28 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsNega Posi mode Program AE With Special EffectsEN29 If you select Jlip ID no Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment30 EN If you select FOCUS, EXPOSURE, M.W.B. or DATE/ TimeMenu Screen Explanations Menu Screen Available Using The Select WheelMenu Screen Available Using The Menu Button EN3132 EN Advanced FeaturesScreen Date/Time InsertInstant Titles ActivatedAnimation 34 ENEN35 Time-LapseExposure Control 36 ENManual Focus FocusingEN37 Auto FocusTo Return To Automatic White Balance White Balance Adjustment38 EN Manual White Balance OperationVideo Playback Basic PlaybackEN39 Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect Features40 EN Video PlaybackCassette Adapter VHS Playpak Using The Cassette Adapter EN4142 EN When connecting the cables, open this coverEN43 Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pgBasic Connections Tape DubbingC. Playback 44 ENConnection To a Windows PC If you select Slide Show C. Playback Advanced FeaturesUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment 46 ENMode Effect Never remove the power supply unit at this stageMenu Screen Explanations Index 48 ENProtect EN49To remove Protect To quit the Delete Mode 50 ENDelete Case of Select EN51Functions Using the Remote Control UnitInstalling The Batteries 52 ENTo End Zoom Playback ZoomEN53 Press Play to find the scene of interestInsert Editing Video 54 ENTo insert still images in sequential order onto the tape TapeAudio Dubbing EN55Animation Using the Remote Control UnitFeature Animation and Time-Lapse 56 ENEN57 Troubleshooting58 EN When the System Select Switch is set to VideoShooting When the System Select Switch is set to D.S.C60EN Index Controls, Connectors And IndicatorsEN61 Indications 62 ENIndex Indications During RecordingIndications Function Indications During PlaybackCleaning The Camcorder 64 ENAfter Use Use only the following batteries To prevent damage and prolong service lifeEN65 To avoid hazard66 EN Serious malfunctioning To prolong service lifeTo prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not About moisture condensation68 EN Tape Dubbing Shooting, Advanced FeaturesPin-Up Image Store a Still Image In The Built-In Memory70 EN Carga DE LA Bateria EspañolAlimentación EN71Para extraer la batería 72 ENGuia Para Operacion Rapida Video Utilización de la bateríaGuia Para Operacion Rapida D.S.C. EN73 Por más detalles, p aPor más detalles, p EN for Servicing Only in U.S.A Warranty Only in U.S.A. EN75 GR-SXM920
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