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...This camcorder enables recording of HD format images as videos or still pictures on an SD card, and also playback of these videos or still pictures. Ⅵ Supports various HD video recording formats (1080i, 1080p, and 720p) Shooting can be performed in different HD recording modes, thus...your preference. Ⅵ White balance adjustment feature Enables white balance to be adjusted automatically or manually. Ⅵ Built-in or external microphone. Ⅵ Three video output terminals This camcorder comes with two SD card slots, and enables continuous recording to be moved or copied between...
...This camcorder enables recording of HD format images as videos or still pictures on an SD card, and also playback of these videos or still pictures. Ⅵ Supports various HD video recording formats (1080i, 1080p, and 720p) Shooting can be performed in different HD recording modes, thus...your preference. Ⅵ White balance adjustment feature Enables white balance to be adjusted automatically or manually. Ⅵ Built-in or external microphone. Ⅵ Three video output terminals This camcorder comes with two SD card slots, and enables continuous recording to be moved or copied between...
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... 23 Formatting the SD Card 24 Resetting the File Number 24 Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode 25 Selecting the Video/Still Picture Shooting Mode . . . . . 25 Selecting the Full Auto/Manual Shooting Mode 25 Selecting a Focusing Mode 26 Using the Camcorder in the Video Shooting Mode . . . . . 26 Setting the Video Format 26 Displaying the Remaining Space on the SD...
... 23 Formatting the SD Card 24 Resetting the File Number 24 Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode 25 Selecting the Video/Still Picture Shooting Mode . . . . . 25 Selecting the Full Auto/Manual Shooting Mode 25 Selecting a Focusing Mode 26 Using the Camcorder in the Video Shooting Mode . . . . . 26 Setting the Video Format 26 Displaying the Remaining Space on the SD...
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...Screens 57 List of Valid Menu Items for Each Operation Mode . . . . . 58 Menu Screens of the Video Shooting Mode 59 Menu Screens of the Still Picture Shooting Mode 67 Menu Screens of Video/Still Picture Playback Modes . . . 69 Others Troubleshooting 70 Warning Displays ...JVC. Unauthorized duplication or reprinting of this manual, in whole or in part, is intended for improvement without proper permission is a trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC. • We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable) for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that this camcorder...
...Screens 57 List of Valid Menu Items for Each Operation Mode . . . . . 58 Menu Screens of the Video Shooting Mode 59 Menu Screens of the Still Picture Shooting Mode 67 Menu Screens of Video/Still Picture Playback Modes . . . 69 Others Troubleshooting 70 Warning Displays ...JVC. Unauthorized duplication or reprinting of this manual, in whole or in part, is intended for improvement without proper permission is a trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC. • We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable) for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that this camcorder...
Instructions
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... P [USER1] User 1 button (A Page 21) A specific feature in the menu setting can be assigned to this button according to the Auto or Manual mode. B- F [WHT.BAL.] White balance selection switch (A Page 35) For selecting one of adjusting the audio recording level for the INPUT1 or INPUT2 terminal... audio input terminal selection switch (A Page 40) For selecting whether to input audio signals to the Full Auto or Manual mode. MIC MIC+48V INPUT1 INPUT2 AUTO MANUAL CH-1 AUDIO SELECT CH-2 AUTO MANUAL 0 1 23 ND FILTER ON OFF USER1 USER2 FOCUS ZOOM AF/MF FULL AUTO GAIN WHT.BAL A / B ...
... P [USER1] User 1 button (A Page 21) A specific feature in the menu setting can be assigned to this button according to the Auto or Manual mode. B- F [WHT.BAL.] White balance selection switch (A Page 35) For selecting one of adjusting the audio recording level for the INPUT1 or INPUT2 terminal... audio input terminal selection switch (A Page 40) For selecting whether to input audio signals to the Full Auto or Manual mode. MIC MIC+48V INPUT1 INPUT2 AUTO MANUAL CH-1 AUDIO SELECT CH-2 AUTO MANUAL 0 1 23 ND FILTER ON OFF USER1 USER2 FOCUS ZOOM AF/MF FULL AUTO GAIN WHT.BAL A / B ...
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... (A Page 32) When in the menu setting can be assigned to the user's preference. A- PRST- MIC MIC+48V INPUT1 INPUT2 AUTO MANUAL CH-1 AUDIO SELECT CH-2 AUTO MANUAL 0 1 23 ND FILTER ON OFF USER1 USER2 FOCUS ZOOM AF/MF FULL AUTO GAIN WHT.BAL A / B L- A When the LCD... holes (A Page 18) ● To prevent the camcorder from falling, attach securely using the rotation prevention hole. ● Use screws with screw length 5 mm and below. 12 H [USER3] User 3 button (A Page 21) A specific feature in the playback mode, this lever is used for playback file selection and playback...
... (A Page 32) When in the menu setting can be assigned to the user's preference. A- PRST- MIC MIC+48V INPUT1 INPUT2 AUTO MANUAL CH-1 AUDIO SELECT CH-2 AUTO MANUAL 0 1 23 ND FILTER ON OFF USER1 USER2 FOCUS ZOOM AF/MF FULL AUTO GAIN WHT.BAL A / B L- A When the LCD... holes (A Page 18) ● To prevent the camcorder from falling, attach securely using the rotation prevention hole. ● Use screws with screw length 5 mm and below. 12 H [USER3] User 3 button (A Page 21) A specific feature in the playback mode, this lever is used for playback file selection and playback...
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... Page 25) Lights up during recording or playback. M [ACCESS] Charging/Access indicating lamp Lights up during video shooting or video playback mode. D [ADJ./VOL.] Adjustment/Volume knob ADJ. : For adjusting the aperture (A Page 37), shutter speed (A Page 37), and exposure...MODE : Switches between the video mode and still picture mode. (A Page 25) O Grip belt mount (A Page 18) P [HEADPHONE ( )] Headphone jack (A Page 41) Q [MIC] Microphone input terminal (A Page 40) For connecting a mini-jack microphone. ● The MIC terminal provides a 4 V power supply to set the shutter speed manually...
... Page 25) Lights up during recording or playback. M [ACCESS] Charging/Access indicating lamp Lights up during video shooting or video playback mode. D [ADJ./VOL.] Adjustment/Volume knob ADJ. : For adjusting the aperture (A Page 37), shutter speed (A Page 37), and exposure...MODE : Switches between the video mode and still picture mode. (A Page 25) O Grip belt mount (A Page 18) P [HEADPHONE ( )] Headphone jack (A Page 41) Q [MIC] Microphone input terminal (A Page 40) For connecting a mini-jack microphone. ● The MIC terminal provides a 4 V power supply to set the shutter speed manually...
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CH2 A B H G F E D 4 : 5 0 PM NOV.1.2 0 0 9 C B A Shooting Mode A : Full Auto Shooting M : Manual Shooting B Focusing Mode AF : Auto Focus MF : Manual Focus C Exposure L : Fixed D Aperture E Shutter Speed F ND Filter Displayed when the ND filter switch is set to [ON]. S Tele Macro... card slot is set to [OFF]. Items Displayed During Video Shooting Only C B ;:9 2 3 18dB [1h56m] [1h56m] 00:00:00:00 8 7 6 5 4 A Video Mode B Sensitivity C Wind Noise Displayed when the [WIND CUT] menu is set to AONB. Getting Started Indications on the LCD Screen and in the [FILE FORMAT...
CH2 A B H G F E D 4 : 5 0 PM NOV.1.2 0 0 9 C B A Shooting Mode A : Full Auto Shooting M : Manual Shooting B Focusing Mode AF : Auto Focus MF : Manual Focus C Exposure L : Fixed D Aperture E Shutter Speed F ND Filter Displayed when the ND filter switch is set to [ON]. S Tele Macro... card slot is set to [OFF]. Items Displayed During Video Shooting Only C B ;:9 2 3 18dB [1h56m] [1h56m] 00:00:00:00 8 7 6 5 4 A Video Mode B Sensitivity C Wind Noise Displayed when the [WIND CUT] menu is set to AONB. Getting Started Indications on the LCD Screen and in the [FILE FORMAT...
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... (A) at the top of operation differs according to display the Manual shooting mode icon (M) at the top of the screen. ● Even when the Manual shooting mode is set to [720-**], switching between the video/still picture mode reboots the camcorder. To adjust the aperture and shutter speed manually, press the IRIS or SHUTTER button to video...
... (A) at the top of operation differs according to display the Manual shooting mode icon (M) at the top of the screen. ● Even when the Manual shooting mode is set to [720-**], switching between the video/still picture mode reboots the camcorder. To adjust the aperture and shutter speed manually, press the IRIS or SHUTTER button to video...
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...menu. (A Page 61) When settings in the Video Shooting Mode Selecting a Focusing Mode There are altered, the camcorder will reboot automatically. Ⅵ Setting the recording mode Specify the horizontal resolution, frame rate, scan method, and picture quality mode. B- Video Recording Mode Display Memo : ● The color of the screen. ... the video file to the settings in the [FILE FORMAT] menu. AF/MF Ⅵ Setting to the Manual Focus mode Press AF/MF to [MP4 file format] : Orange 26 H- Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode (continued) Using the Camcorder in this...
...menu. (A Page 61) When settings in the Video Shooting Mode Selecting a Focusing Mode There are altered, the camcorder will reboot automatically. Ⅵ Setting the recording mode Specify the horizontal resolution, frame rate, scan method, and picture quality mode. B- Video Recording Mode Display Memo : ● The color of the screen. ... the video file to the settings in the [FILE FORMAT] menu. AF/MF Ⅵ Setting to the Manual Focus mode Press AF/MF to [MP4 file format] : Orange 26 H- Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode (continued) Using the Camcorder in this...
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LINE - MIC MIC+48V INPUT1 INPUT2 AUTO MANUAL CH-1 AUDIO SELECT CH-2 AUTO MANUAL 0 1 23 ND FILTER ON OFF USER1 USER2 FOCUS ZOOM AF/MF FULL AUTO GAIN WHT.BAL A / B L- H- Continuous Shooting Mode Bracket Shooting Mode A [0010] B [9999] 10 Self-Timer Zoom Operation Preparation: Set to [...these levers/rings is in the Still Picture Shooting Mode (continued) Checking the most recently captured still picture is pressed down. A- Set the [SHUTTER MODE] menu to the video shooting or still picture shooting mode. A Camcorder's zoom lever on the remote control The priority ...
LINE - MIC MIC+48V INPUT1 INPUT2 AUTO MANUAL CH-1 AUDIO SELECT CH-2 AUTO MANUAL 0 1 23 ND FILTER ON OFF USER1 USER2 FOCUS ZOOM AF/MF FULL AUTO GAIN WHT.BAL A / B L- H- Continuous Shooting Mode Bracket Shooting Mode A [0010] B [9999] 10 Self-Timer Zoom Operation Preparation: Set to [...these levers/rings is in the Still Picture Shooting Mode (continued) Checking the most recently captured still picture is pressed down. A- Set the [SHUTTER MODE] menu to the video shooting or still picture shooting mode. A Camcorder's zoom lever on the remote control The priority ...
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...video shooting or still picture shooting mode. Ⅵ Setting to the Manual Focus mode Press AF/MF to FOCUS. A Set [FOCUS ASSIST] in the [CAMERA PROCESS] menu to [ON]. (A Page 59) Or B Set [USER1], [USER2], or [USER3] in the [CONNECTION SETTINGS] menu is set to FOCUS Manual Ring AF/MF Using the ...USER button that is output on the external monitor. AF/MF A [0h57m] B [5h12m] 00:00:00:01 18dB MaNnDual Focus Mode 1 . Memo : ● To change the contour color, use the manual ring of the focused image. Ⅵ There are two ways to the contour of the lens as a focus ring. 2 . Set...
...video shooting or still picture shooting mode. Ⅵ Setting to the Manual Focus mode Press AF/MF to FOCUS. A Set [FOCUS ASSIST] in the [CAMERA PROCESS] menu to [ON]. (A Page 59) Or B Set [USER1], [USER2], or [USER3] in the [CONNECTION SETTINGS] menu is set to FOCUS Manual Ring AF/MF Using the ...USER button that is output on the external monitor. AF/MF A [0h57m] B [5h12m] 00:00:00:01 18dB MaNnDual Focus Mode 1 . Memo : ● To change the contour color, use the manual ring of the focused image. Ⅵ There are two ways to the contour of the lens as a focus ring. 2 . Set...
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...mode, secure the camcorder using a tripod as when shooting a snowfield on the screen. PUSH IRIS SHUTTER AE ʶ REC DC : Disables Program AE. : Blurs the background to highlight the subject. : Captures fast moving subjects clearly in dim surroundings. 1 . Using the Built-in ND Filter Applicable to: Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode...the USER button that shooting is performed with the USER Button Applicable to: Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode M Lolux mode : Increases the sensitivity when in every single frame. : Prevents the subject from appearing too ...
...mode, secure the camcorder using a tripod as when shooting a snowfield on the screen. PUSH IRIS SHUTTER AE ʶ REC DC : Disables Program AE. : Blurs the background to highlight the subject. : Captures fast moving subjects clearly in dim surroundings. 1 . Using the Built-in ND Filter Applicable to: Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode...the USER button that shooting is performed with the USER Button Applicable to: Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode M Lolux mode : Increases the sensitivity when in every single frame. : Prevents the subject from appearing too ...
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... at the tele (T) end of the zoom. (1 m B approx. 80 cm) There are two ways to set to the manual mode. ● When in Full Auto mode A and Manual mode M) Assignment of the camera. After setting the value, press the ADJ./VOL. knob. Knob ADJ./ VOL. However, the brighter...automatically adjusted according to [TELE MACRO], then press the corresponding USER button. (Possible in the still picture mode, exposure cannot be adjusted manually if shutter speed and aperture are set to the manual mode. (The AE display flashes for 1 second or longer. ● The mark disappears. AE AE±...
... at the tele (T) end of the zoom. (1 m B approx. 80 cm) There are two ways to set to the manual mode. ● When in Full Auto mode A and Manual mode M) Assignment of the camera. After setting the value, press the ADJ./VOL. knob. Knob ADJ./ VOL. However, the brighter...automatically adjusted according to [TELE MACRO], then press the corresponding USER button. (Possible in the still picture mode, exposure cannot be adjusted manually if shutter speed and aperture are set to the manual mode. (The AE display flashes for 1 second or longer. ● The mark disappears. AE AE±...
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...or [USER3] in the [CONNECTION SETTINGS] menu is set to [ON], the zebra pattern is not displayed when in the still picture shooting mode. ● When [DISPLAY ON TV] in the [CAMERA SETTINGS] menu to [ZEBRA], then press the corresponding USER button. Select whether ... [THRESHOLD]. ● A slide bar for displaying the zebra pattern. Shooting Displaying the Zebra Pattern Applicable to: Video shooting mode A Full Auto Shooting Mode M Manual Shooting Mode During video shooting, diagonal lines (zebra pattern) are setting the upper limit or lower limit. Zebra Pattern Specifying the Luminance ...
...or [USER3] in the [CONNECTION SETTINGS] menu is set to [ON], the zebra pattern is not displayed when in the still picture shooting mode. ● When [DISPLAY ON TV] in the [CAMERA SETTINGS] menu to [ZEBRA], then press the corresponding USER button. Select whether ... [THRESHOLD]. ● A slide bar for displaying the zebra pattern. Shooting Displaying the Zebra Pattern Applicable to: Video shooting mode A Full Auto Shooting Mode M Manual Shooting Mode During video shooting, diagonal lines (zebra pattern) are setting the upper limit or lower limit. Zebra Pattern Specifying the Luminance ...
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Adjusting the White Balance Applicable to: Manual shooting mode M Ⅵ Set to the Manual shooting mode. Ⅵ Select a white balance type using the WHT.BAL. switch. A Switches to the Manual shooting mode. 1 . Switch Adjusting Automatic White Balance As the color of the following messages will appear for about 5 ...of the [CAMERA PROCESS] menu. (A Page 60) Memo : ● You can assign the FAW (Full Auto White Balance) mode to readjust the white balance when the main light source illuminating the subject changes. Press the Auto White Balance button. Set the WHT.BAL...
Adjusting the White Balance Applicable to: Manual shooting mode M Ⅵ Set to the Manual shooting mode. Ⅵ Select a white balance type using the WHT.BAL. switch. A Switches to the Manual shooting mode. 1 . Switch Adjusting Automatic White Balance As the color of the following messages will appear for about 5 ...of the [CAMERA PROCESS] menu. (A Page 60) Memo : ● You can assign the FAW (Full Auto White Balance) mode to readjust the white balance when the main light source illuminating the subject changes. Press the Auto White Balance button. Set the WHT.BAL...
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Set using [FAW] in the Auto White Balance mode. Ⅵ Set to adjust the white balance or when the camcorder is assigned the FAW function. switches (A, B, PRESET). (A Page 60) 2 . Select [WHITE PAINT] or [WHITE PAINT] in and out of the Set Lever. .... Do not start recording during this interval. Press the center of places with a subject outside the FAW adjustment range, for the FAW adjustment to the Manual shooting mode. 1 . Set the WHT.BAL. Caution : ● The FAW function cannot provide optimum white balance with different lighting conditions. Ⅵ Set to complete...
Set using [FAW] in the Auto White Balance mode. Ⅵ Set to adjust the white balance or when the camcorder is assigned the FAW function. switches (A, B, PRESET). (A Page 60) 2 . Select [WHITE PAINT] or [WHITE PAINT] in and out of the Set Lever. .... Do not start recording during this interval. Press the center of places with a subject outside the FAW adjustment range, for the FAW adjustment to the Manual shooting mode. 1 . Set the WHT.BAL. Caution : ● The FAW function cannot provide optimum white balance with different lighting conditions. Ⅵ Set to complete...
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... boosted using [GAIN L], [GAIN M], and [GAIN H] in the Lolux mode, shutter speed cannot be set to a value according to the manual mode. (The S.SP display flashes for each position can be adjusted manually if exposure and aperture are set to Auto, the shutter speed is applied.)...8000 Ⅵ Setting shutter speed to AUTO Press the SHUTTER button twice to appear grainier. ● When in the manual mode is displayed. ● Still picture mode : The current shutter speed is fixed at AGC (Auto Gain Control). F-number Description Decrease The subject appears brighter....
... boosted using [GAIN L], [GAIN M], and [GAIN H] in the Lolux mode, shutter speed cannot be set to a value according to the manual mode. (The S.SP display flashes for each position can be adjusted manually if exposure and aperture are set to Auto, the shutter speed is applied.)...8000 Ⅵ Setting shutter speed to AUTO Press the SHUTTER button twice to appear grainier. ● When in the manual mode is displayed. ● Still picture mode : The current shutter speed is fixed at AGC (Auto Gain Control). F-number Description Decrease The subject appears brighter....
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...ACCESS REC DC Memo : ● The F-number appears in the [CAMERA PROCESS] menu to clear the display. Shooting Ⅵ Set to the manual mode. (The A.PR display flashes for 1 second or longer while setting the photometry area or after confirming the setting. ● The photometry area frame... open F-number of the aperture varies according to the optimal state by selecting one of a specific area can be adjusted manually if exposure and shutter speed are set to the Manual shooting mode. 1 . knob up or down. ● The selected F-number is displayed in 1/3 steps. (F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, ...
...ACCESS REC DC Memo : ● The F-number appears in the [CAMERA PROCESS] menu to clear the display. Shooting Ⅵ Set to the manual mode. (The A.PR display flashes for 1 second or longer while setting the photometry area or after confirming the setting. ● The photometry area frame... open F-number of the aperture varies according to the optimal state by selecting one of a specific area can be adjusted manually if exposure and shutter speed are set to the Manual shooting mode. 1 . knob up or down. ● The selected F-number is displayed in 1/3 steps. (F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, ...
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...[USER2], or [USER3] in the [CAMERA SETTINGS] menu to : Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode M The picture quality of the Set Lever. ● The menu screen closes. Push the Set Lever to the Manual shooting mode. Alternatively, press the USER button that is set as [COLOR BAR]. Ⅵ Recording ... the adjusted value. Assignment of the camera image changes according to [OFF]. Displaying the Color Bar Adjusting the Camera Image Applicable to: Manual shooting mode M Ⅵ Set to the left or right. ● Doing so moves the slide bar in the same direction. Displays the ...
...[USER2], or [USER3] in the [CAMERA SETTINGS] menu to : Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode M The picture quality of the Set Lever. ● The menu screen closes. Push the Set Lever to the Manual shooting mode. Alternatively, press the USER button that is set as [COLOR BAR]. Ⅵ Recording ... the adjusted value. Assignment of the camera image changes according to [OFF]. Displaying the Color Bar Adjusting the Camera Image Applicable to: Manual shooting mode M Ⅵ Set to the left or right. ● Doing so moves the slide bar in the same direction. Displays the ...
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...not set each microphone can be enabled using the supplied microphone. MIC : Use this setting when connecting to the AUTO or MANUAL mode. CH-1/CH-2 Audio Selection Switch CH-2 INPUT Switch INPUT1/INPUT2 AUDIO INPUT Switch CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL Knob Reducing Wind ...the CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL knob. LEVEL] menu. (-20 dB/-12 dB) (A Page 64) Using the Built-in the still picture shooting mode. Input to : Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode M Ⅵ Setting the input level. INPUT2 Input to CH-1 regardless of C > B > A. Caution : ● When connecting a ...
...not set each microphone can be enabled using the supplied microphone. MIC : Use this setting when connecting to the AUTO or MANUAL mode. CH-1/CH-2 Audio Selection Switch CH-2 INPUT Switch INPUT1/INPUT2 AUDIO INPUT Switch CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL Knob Reducing Wind ...the CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL knob. LEVEL] menu. (-20 dB/-12 dB) (A Page 64) Using the Built-in the still picture shooting mode. Input to : Full Auto shooting mode A, Manual shooting mode M Ⅵ Setting the input level. INPUT2 Input to CH-1 regardless of C > B > A. Caution : ● When connecting a ...