JVC GR-DVX PRO manual Operation Mode, Power Dial Position Function

20EN GETTINGSTARTED (Cont.)

Operation Mode

Tuning the Power Dial allows you to choose the appropriate operation mode among the following modes: Full Auto mode ( A ), Manual mode ( M ), 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 “ A ” or when turning it from “OFF” to “PLAY”, press and hold the lock button located on the dial.

Lock button

Power lamp

5S M A OFF YALP

Power Dial Position	Function
Full Auto: A	Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjust-
	ments. Suitable for standard recording.
Manual: M	Allows you to set various recording functions using the Menus. If
	you want more creative capabilities than Full Auto recording, try
	this mode.
5 second mode recording: 5S	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.
Self-Timer:	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.
Playback: PLAY	Allows you to play back a recording, ☞ pg. 51 – 59.