Recording
Useful Settings for Recording
●The aspect ratio for recording can be switched between 16:9 and 4:3. "SELECT ASPECT RATIO" （A P.49）
●When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off by closing the monitor.
●When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off au- tomatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack)
CAUTION:
●Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
●Do not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the bathroom.
●Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.
●The access lamp lights up when video recording is in progress. Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the lamp is lighted.
●Make a backup of important recorded data
It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data.
NOTE:
●Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
●Check the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting. If there is not enough space, move (copy) the data to a PC or disc.
●Do not forget to make copies after recording!
●Recording stops automatically as it cannot be performed for 12 or more consecutive hours according to specifications.
(It may take some time to resume recording.)
●For long recordings, the file is split into two or more files if the size ex- ceeds 4 GB.
●You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours in- doors.
Zooming
The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.
●Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.
●Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.
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NOTE:
●You can expand the zoom area without degrading the image quality by using dynamic zoom.
●When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally enlarged.
●The zoom ratio range can be changed.
Manual Recording
You can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the manual mode.
1Select the Manual recording mode.
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●The mode changes between Auto and Manual with every press.
2Start recording.
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●Press again to stop.
NOTE:
●The manual settings are displayed only in the manual mode.
Manual Recording Menu
The following items can be set.
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SCENE SELECT | ● Recordings that suit the shooting condi- |
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FOCUS | ● Use manual focus if the subject is not fo- |
| cused automatically. |
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BRIGHTNESS AD- | ● Overall brightness on the screen can be |
JUST | adjusted. |
| ● Use this when recording in a dark or bright |
| location. |
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SHUTTER SPEED | ● Shutter speed can be adjusted. |
| ● Use this when shooting a |
| ject or to emphasize the subject's move- |
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WHITE BALANCE | ● Overall color on the screen can be adjus- |
| ted. |
| ● Use this when the color on the screen ap- |
| pears differently from the actual color. |
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BACKLIGHT COMP. | ● Corrects the image when the subject ap- |
| pears dark due to backlight. |
| ● Use this when shooting against the light. |
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METERING AREA/ | ● Brightness of a specified area can be set |
TYPE | as the standard. |
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TELE MACRO | ● Use this to take |
| the subject. |
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