User manual JVC GR-D295US-GR-D295 Instruction Manual

[. . . ] Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 3 ­ 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-D295 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: GETTING STARTED 6 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D. S. C. ) RECORDING & PLAYBACK 18 http://www. jvc. co. jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: 25 http://www. jvc. co. jp/english/accessory/ ADVANCED FEATURES 31 REFERENCES 47 TERMS Back cover For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. To deactivate the demonstration, set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF". 31, 33) INSTRUCTIONS LYT1434-001C EN 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. 41) Fade in Backlight Compensation Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button brightens the image darkened by backlight. [. . . ] While the shutter speed is being automatically adjusted, " " is displayed. NOTES: Audio Dubbing ( pg. If the recording mode is switched, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point. It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. During playback of a tape recorded on another camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may be momentary pauses in the sound. SOUND MODE [12BIT]: Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing. (Equivalent to the 32 kHz mode of previous models) 16BIT: Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels. (Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models) ZOOM 25X: When set to "25X" while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will reset to 25X since digital zoom will be disengaged. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 25X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 100X digital magnification. By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 25X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 800X digital magnification. * Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to "VIDEO". MANUAL The "q MANUAL" settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to "M". [ON ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. NOTES: Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition. The " " indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabilizer cannot be used. Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT 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 (3. 3 ft), set "TELE MACRO" to "ON". 40 cm (1. 4 ft). EN 33 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. 25, 38) [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. [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. NOTE: Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus. WIDE MODE [OFF]: Records with no change in the screen ratio. [. . . ] Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole. Keep it away from direct sunlight. About moisture condensation You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass' outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner. [. . . ]