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Display

Mode

Display

Mode

SEPIA Sepia

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. 31) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie.

SPORTS

Sports

 

 

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.

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.

FG : FOG

Electronic

Fog Filter

 

 

Electronic Fog Filter

S1/2000

1/2000 sec.

 

High Speed Shutter

High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.) Captures faster action than Sports mode.

NEGA POSI Nega/Posi

Nega/Posi (Negative/Positive)

The colors of a picture are reversed.

NEGA POSI mode

RECORDING

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.

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. 36).

Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-

to-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use manual focusing (pg. 35).

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JVC GR-AXM217UM Display Mode, High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action, Colors of a picture are reversed

GR-AXM217UM specifications

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