JVC GR-SX20 manual Manual White Balance Operation, SET Manual White Balance, Enter Setting

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White paper

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Manual White Balance Operation

If the camera is operating in PRO. mode, perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting.

Select Dial

Display

4NEXT

M. W. B. AUTO

D . ZOOM ON TELE MACRO OFF DATETIME TAPE LENGTH T45

S TAPE

AUTO

Power Switch

Menu Screen

1

 

SELECT OPERATION MODE

 

 

 

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

 

 

 

adjustment (☞ pg. 28), and select “MWB”.

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

SET MANUAL WHITE BALANCE

 

 

Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the

 

 

 

subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the

 

 

 

white paper fills the screen.

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

ENTER SETTING

 

 

Press the Select Dial until “MWB” begins blinking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops

 

4

RECORDING

 

Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen.

 

 

blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with the

 

 

 

highlight bar on “RETURN”.

 

 

 

CLOSE MENU SCREEN

 

 

 

 

 

 

To Change The Tint For Recording . . .

 

.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white. The

 

white balance is adjusted based on the colour,

 

changing the tint. Red paper — deeper green; blue

 

paper — orange; yellow paper — deeper purple.

 

NOTES:

4RETURN

M.W.B.

AUTO

: FINE

: CLOUD

: HALOGEN MWB

EXIT

M.W.B. Menu

●In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper

in some circumstances. In such a case, adjust focus manually (☞ pg. 27).

●A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source, the tint of the subject will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result.

●Once you adjust white balance during Manual White Balance operation, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed.

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Contents GR-SX20 Marked It is recommended that youContents Using the Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Discharged Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Remove Battery Holder Switch OFF PowerInsert Battery in Holder RE-INSERT HolderDate/Time Settings SET Tape Length Tape Length SettingFirst set the Power Switch to PRO.. Press Menu RecordingPlayback Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Holder Close Cassette Holder10 EN Recording Format SettingSET Recording Format OFF Allows you to record in VHS on an S-VHS cassetteTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment 12 EN Power Switch PositionRecording Basic Recording Load a CassetteStop Recording Viewfinder IndicationsPress Display Button RecordingPush the Power Zoom Lever towards T Basic FeaturesZoom Zoom OutTo check the end of the last recording Feature Quick ReviewPress P. STABILIZER. appears Feature Picture StabilizerFeature 5Sec. Rec 5-sec. Recording Fade/Wipe Recording Advanced Features EN17Modeengage FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Start or END RecordingSelect Mode Advanced Features18 EN Programme AE With Special EffectsNega Posi mode Display ModeHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Colours of a picture are reversedAccess DATE/TIME DISP. Menu Recording Advanced Features20 EN Date/Time InsertInstant Titles Access Title MenuSelect the Desired Mode Make Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentEND Setting 22 ENMenu Screen Explanations Menu Screen Available Using The Select DialMenu Screen Available Using The Menu Button 24 EN Access Manual Exposure Access Exposure MenuAdjust Exposure END Adjustment of Exposure26 EN FocusingAuto Focus Patterns that are regularly repeatedAccess Manual Focus Access Focus MenuAdjust Focus END Adjustment of FocusAccess White Balance Adjustment White Balance Adjustment28 EN SET Function ParametersManual White Balance Operation Enter SettingSET Manual White Balance To Change The Tint For RecordingAccess INT. Time Menu Self-TimerStart Delayed Recording 30 ENTime-Lapse AnimationPlayback Basic Playback 32 ENRewind or Fast-Forward the tape Play BackActivate Manual Tracking FeaturesTracking Feature Still Playback Playback FeaturesFeature Shuttle Search Feature Counter Memory FunctionCassette Adapter Using The Cassette Adapter EN35Insert Battery Connections When connecting the cables, open this coverUse the provided Audio/Video A/V cable Use provided Audio/Video A/V and S-Video cablesTape Dubbing Basic ConnectionsPull OUT Battery Holder Installing The Battery38 EN FunctionsSelf-Timer Feature Self-Timer, Animation Time-LapseAnimation Time-Lapse40 EN Create edited videos easily using your camcorder asSET REMOTE/VCR Code Operate VCRJVC VCR Equipped with Remote Pause Terminal Make ConnectionsVCR Other than Type or Prepare CamcorderSelect Scenes 42 ENStart Source Playback Register END of ScenePrepare Source Tape Automatic Editing to VCRBegin Automatic Editing END Automatic EditingInsert Editing 44 ENEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing 46 EN During recording, the indications do not appear An error number i.e. E03 appearsTape will not eject Some functions are not available48EN Battery Release Switch # MENU/DISPLAY Button $ Counter Reset/Memory ButtonConnectors q to r are located beneath Terminal Jlip Joint Level Interface Protocol ConnectorEN Index Indications To avoid hazard For safety, do notDuring use Store cassettesCleaning The Camcorder Avoid using the unitDo not leave the unit To protect the unit, do notGeneral ConnectorsMemo Memo GR-SX20

GR-SX20 specifications

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The GR-SX20 is equipped with a vibrant and clear LCD screen that simplifies framing shots and navigating through menus. This LCD display, combined with a 0.5-inch viewfinder, provides added versatility for shooting in various lighting conditions, as users can choose their preferred viewing method. Additionally, the camcorder's intuitive control layout enhances usability, making it easier for beginners to operate and access essential settings.

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Overall, the JVC GR-SX20 is a versatile and capable camcorder that combines ease of use, excellent video quality, and a host of features, making it an appealing choice for aspiring videographers in the late ’90s and beyond. Its combination of performance and convenience helped it carve a niche in the ever-evolving world of video technology.
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