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Operation Mode

Tuning the Power Dial allows you to

Full Auto mode (

A

), Manual mode (

M

choose the appropriate operation mode among the following modes: ), 5 second mode recording (5S), Self-Timer mode () and “PLAY”.

According to the Power Dial position you have selected, “F.AUTO” or “MANUAL” appears in the upper left corner.

When set to “

A

 

 

F . AUTO

PAUSE

 

When set to

M

”, “5S” or “ ”

 

 

MANUAL

PAUSE

To turn on the camcorder, first turn the Power Dial to any operation mode except “OFF”, then pull out the viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor. When turning the Power Dial from “OFF” to any other position, press and hold the lock button located on the dial.

P

 

L

 

AY

 

OFF

 

A

 

M

 

5S

 

Lock button

Power lamp

Power Dial Position

Full Auto: A

Manual: M

5 second mode recording: 5S

Self-Timer:

Playback: PLAY

OFF

Function

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjust- ments. Suitable for standard recording.

Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try this mode.

Allows you to record in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. Other menu settings are the same as Full Auto mode, however manually adjusted White Balance Adjustment settings are effective.

Allows you (camcorder operator) to become part of the scene once the camcorder is set. This mode is similar to the Self-Timer on film cameras.

Allows you to play back a recording, pg. 52 – 61.

Allows you to switch off the camcorder. After setting to this position, Manual Focus and Exposure Control are automatically reset to “AUTO”.

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JVC GR-DVL9000 manual Operation Mode, Power Dial Position, Function

GR-DVL9000 specifications

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