JVC GZ-MG255E/EK, GZ-MG155E/EK, GZ-MG135E/EK Shutter Speed, Aperture Priority, Effect, Tele Macro

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Menus

 

Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset

 

 

 

[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.

 

SHUTTER SPEED

1/2 to 1/4000 (For ! mode) /

 

A fast shutter speed can

1/2 to 1/500 (For # mode):

 

freeze the motion of a

The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed. Move the

 

fast-moving subject, and

set

lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the value.

 

a slow shutter speed can

 

blur the subject to give the

NOTE

 

 

impression of motion.

It is recommended to use the tripod ( pg. 14) when recording

 

 

 

with a slow shutter speed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[AUTO]: The aperture value is adjusted automatically.

 

 

 

F1.2 to F16:

 

 

 

The lower the F-number (larger aperture value), the more

 

 

 

blurred the background will become. The higher the F-

 

APERTURE PRIORITY

 

number (smaller aperture value), the clearer the focus will be

 

You can add a blurring

 

for both near and far objects. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to

 

effect to the background by

 

setting the aperture value

set the value.

 

(F-number).

 

 

 

NOTE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the image is too bright, set to a larger F-number. If the image is

 

 

 

too dark, set to a smaller F-number.

@[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.

BMWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source.

1)Hold a sheet of plain white paper in

WB

front of the subject so that the white

Adjusts the white balance

paper fills the screen.

to achieve the optimum

2) Press and hold the set lever until the

colours for the amount of

B indicator starts blinking then stops

light in your surroundings

during recording.

blinking.

 

D FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.

 

E CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.

 

F HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is

 

used.

1[OFF]: No effect is used.

JSEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos.

EFFECT

K MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old

movies.

Enables you to record

L CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an

videos or still images with

special effects.

old movie atmosphere.

 

M STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive

 

snapshots.

 

* Not available in # mode.

TELE MACRO

 

Enables you to shoot

1 [OFF]: Disables the function.

a subject as large as

possible at a distance of

t ON: Activates the function.

approx. 40 cm.

 

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Contents Instructions Brown to L Live or Red Safety PrecautionsTrademarks Information for Users on Disposal of Old EquipmentEuropean Union Business users Other Countries outside the European UnionRead This First Make a backup of important recorded dataContents CD-ROM AccessoriesHow to Use the Everio Dock Attaching the Core Filter Preparing the Remote ControlTo Reinsert the Battery Attaching the Shoulder StrapLCD monitor can rotate Power-linked operationIndex Camera Remote ControlDuring Still Image Recording Only Indications on LCD MonitorDuring both Video and Still Image RecordingOperation guide display Mode Indicator  pgDuring Video Playback During Still Image PlaybackSet the power/mode switch to OFF Necessary Settings before UseAttach the battery pack Charging the Battery PackSelect Language Language SettingDate/Time Setting Select GeneralLens Cover Other SettingsChecking the Remaining Battery Power Grip AdjustmentWhen Using an SD Card Video Recording Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording modeRecording Files To record still images continuously Still Image RecordingPress and hold the Snapshot button halfway Press the Snapshot button to start recordingPLAY/REC Flash # mode onlyZooming LED LightTo return to the normal screen Registering Files to Events Mode onlySelect ON/SELECT Select the event that you want to register the file toPress twice To Change to Manual Recording ModeSelect the desired setting Manual RecordingMove twice Select the desired spot metering area frame NightscopeBacklight Compensation Spot Exposure ControlFocus Manual Setting in Function MenuAdjust Brightness Select the desired menuTele Macro Shutter SpeedAperture Priority EffectTo check the file information Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback modePlaying Back Files Video PlaybackStill Image Playback Button Set Lever File Search FunctionSelect the recording date Select the file you want to play backSelect Playback MPG File To Play Back Demonstration Files Mode onlySelect the event Select a desired effect Select WIPE/FADER ! mode only or EffectPlayback with Special Effects To display camera’s on-screen display on TV Turn on the camera and the TV Set the TV to its Video modeWatching Images on TV 169 TVSelect Current Managing FilesDeleting/Protecting Files Select Delete or ProtectTo exit the screen Press Function To release protection Select File SelectSelect the desired file Select Delete ALL or ProtectSelect the file you want to register Viewing File InformationSelect Change Event REG Select a new event to register the file toSelect Edited Copy Partial Delete Edited Copy Mode onlySelect the file you want to copy Select an item and display files Creating PlaylistsSelect Edit Playlist Select NEW ListSelect Playback Playlist Select the insertion pointSelect Save and Quit Playing Back PlaylistsDeleting Playlist Playlists ! mode onlyOther Operations of Playlists Press down the set leverSelect Dpof Print Setting # mode onlyDpof Print Setting Select Select ImagesSelect Direct Print To exit the screen Press Function To confirm Dpof settingsDirect Printing with PictBridge Printer Select Dpof Print Select Selected PrintSelect the desired Image Select PrintRegarding finalisation after copying Copying FilesCreate Duplicate On nextSelect from Event Select from DateMark shows that the disc is created already Select the desired disc numberTo check whether the DVD disc was created properly IndexRecords file 3 File Create a DVD Title Chapter Title and chapter of created DVDMenu for disc playback Records file 1To stop dubbing Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the CameraSet the file unit ALL or File to copy/move Copying/Moving Still Image FilesSelect Copy or Move Select the desired menu from the first menu item Changing the Menu SettingsSelect the desired setting from the third menu item Select the desired menu from the second menu itemGain Wide RecordingREC Media for Video Fine / StandardDrop Detection Demo ModeContinuous Shooting REC Media for Image# Select TV Type Clock Adjust Date / TimePreset Auto Power OFF+ Delete Data on HDD This will make it more difficult to CLEAN-UP HDDVideo NO. Reset Image NO. Reset Format HDDTroubleshooting Displays Recording Recording Playback Other problems VIDEO, Recovery is HDD ErrorError Protection SwitchSpecifications CleaningFor still image For connectorsAC Adapter For video/AudioApproximate number of storable images for still image Battery lifeApproximate recording time minutes for video LCD Monitor Battery PacksRecording Medium Main Unit How to Handle a CD-ROMVictor Company of Japan, Limited TermsPC Operation Guide JVC Software License Agreement For All UsersTerm How to handle a CD-ROMOther Devices Remember to back up your files to your ComputerWindows MacintoshTutorial File Backup on the PC WindowsSettings Function ExplanationSystem Requirements Software InstallationClick Yes Select the desired language and click OK On next Click Easy InstallationIf you want to specify the type of software to install Follow the instructions on the screen to installClick Yes Click Finish When installation is completedDisconnect the USB cable Turn off the camera and PC Connecting the Camera to the PCWhen you have finished operation Playing back Files on the PC Screen on the left is displayed, the process is File Backup on the PCClick Cancel to cancel the procedure Press Direct Back UPOn the PC Click Everiohdd or Everiosd File Backup from the specified mediaCreate a folder to back up files into File Backup on the PC without using SoftwareOn the camera Press Direct DVD Other PC Operations WindowsCreating a DVD-Video Burning only the newly taken scenesClick Author and Burn Click Burn to Disc Selecting and burning scenesGetting More Use from the Software Support web/e-mail Contact us for information on the included softwareTelephone/fax support Paid voice supportFile Backup on the PC Macintosh When connection is completed File Backup on the PC Connecting the Camera to the External Device File Backup on a NAS CompatiblesOperate the external device to back up the files File Backup on an External DeviceOn the camera Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select= number Folder Structure and ExtensionsExtensions Victor Company of Japan, Limited

GZ-MG135E/EK, GZ-MG155E/EK, GZ-MG255E/EK, GZ-MG275E/EK, GZ-MG130E/EK specifications

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