User manual JVC GR-D246E

[. . . ] Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 3 ­ 4 and 9 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D246 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: GETTING STARTED 6 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 17 http://www. jvc. co. jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: ADVANCED FEATURES 22 http://www. jvc. co. jp/english/accessory/ REFERENCES 38 TERMS 47 To deactivate the demonstration, set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF". 22, 25) INSTRUCTIONS LYT1463-001A EN 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. 33) Fade in Backlight Compensation Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. 31) You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. [. . . ] Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. 5S [OFF]: Disables 5-Second Recording. By using an inanimate object and changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is moving. ON: When the distance to the subject is less than 1 m, set "TELE MACRO" to "ON". 40 cm. NOTE: Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus. MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM The "s SYSTEM" functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to "M" are also applied when the Power Switch is set to "PLAY". [ ] = Factory-preset BEEP OFF: Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the tape. BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. 29) [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It is recommended that this function be set to "OFF" to prevent improper operation. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc. , and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: When the Menu Screen is closed after "DEMO MODE" is turned "ON". With "DEMO MODE" set to "ON", if there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the Power Switch is set to "A" or "M". Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume. EN 25 PRIORITY [LCD]: The image is displayed on the LCD monitor when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. FINDER: The image is displayed in the viewfinder when the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened. [RETURN]: Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset. NOTES: If a cassette is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on. "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off. If "DEMO MODE" remains "ON", some functions will not be available. After viewing demo, set to "OFF". ADVANCED FEATURES 26 EN MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT CAMERA DISPLAY The "n" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to "A". However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to "M". The "n" (CAMERA DISPLAY) settings except "BRIGHT", "LANGUAGE", and "AUX MIC" are effective only for shooting. Playback Menus VIDEO [ ] = Factory-preset SOUND MODE and NARRATION During tape playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. According to the menu access explanation on page 22, select "SOUND MODE" or "NARRATION" from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter. SOUND MODE [STEREO ]: Sound is output on both "L" and "R" channels in stereo. [. . . ] If the cassette is used more than once consecutively, damage to the video heads may result. After the camcorder plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops automatically. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time. [. . . ]