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RECORDINGAdvanced Features (Cont.)

Menus

The Recording Menu allows you to set these functions:

Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Digital Image Stabilizer, Gain Up, Flash, Date/Time Menu, System Menu. The following selection procedure applies to Recording Mode, Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Stabilization, Gain Up and Flash.

Please refer to page 33, 34 for details.

Display

REC MODE

SP

WIDE MODE

OFF

ZOOM

20X

DIS

OFF

GAIN UP

AGC

FLASH

AUTO

TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

4END

Recording Menu

4

REC MODE

 

SP

 

WIDE MODE

 

OFF

 

ZOOM

20X

 

DIS

OFF

 

GAIN UP

AGC

 

FLASH

AUTO

TO DATE / TIME MENU TO SYSTEM MENU

END

MENU

Lock button

Power Dial

5S

 

M

OFFYA

 

A

P

 

 

 

L

Select Dial

MENU button

1 SELECT OPERATION MODE

First turn the Power Dial to “ M ” while pressing down the lock button located on the dial, make sure the LCD monitor is open fully or the viewfinder is pulled out.

2 ACCESS RECORDING MENU Press MENU. The Recording Menu appears.

3 SELECT FUNCTION

Move the pointer and highlight bar to the desired function by rotating the Select Dial, then press it. The pointer stops blinking, indicating that the function has been selected.

4 SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS Cycle the available settings of the selected function by rotating the Select Dial. Stop when the one you need is displayed. Then press it, the pointer and highlighlt bar automatically move to “END”.

•To set the parameters for a different function, repeat steps 3 and 4.

5 CLOSE RECORDING MENU

Press the Select Dial. Selection is complete and the menu disappears.

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JVC GR-DVX manual Menus, Close Recording Menu, Recording Menu allows you to set these functions

GR-DVX specifications

The JVC GR-DVX is a compact and versatile MiniDV camcorder that gained popularity in the early 2000s for its combination of high-quality video capture, user-friendly interface, and innovative features. This camcorder is a testament to JVC's commitment to advancing imaging technology while providing value to both amateur videographers and seasoned professionals.

One of the standout features of the JVC GR-DVX is its 680,000-pixel CCD sensor, which offers superior image quality. This sensor allows users to capture clear and vibrant images, whether shooting in bright daylight or low-light conditions. The MiniDV format enables the camcorder to record high-resolution video, producing sharp images with natural colors and excellent detail.

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With an eye towards ease of use, the camcorder includes a 3.5-inch vari-angle LCD screen that facilitates various shooting angles and compositions. This versatile screen allows users to easily frame their shots, while the intuitive menu system simplifies navigation through settings. Additionally, the built-in image stabilization technology helps reduce blurriness caused by hand movements, ensuring that recordings are smooth and stable.

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