Recording |
Taking Videos in Auto Mode |
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting conditions.
In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
Memo
To select/move cursor towards up/left or down/right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.
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Open the lens cover.
Open the LCD monitor.
The unit turns on and the video mode icon appears.
Check if the recording mode is Intelligent Auto.
If the mode is 
Manual, press the i.AUTO 2 times to switch.
The mode changes between Intelligent Auto and Manual with every press.
Press the START/STOP button to start recording.
Press again to stop.
Memo
- Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode.
Indications During Recording
| Display Icon | Description |
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| Recording Mode |
Press the i.AUTO button to switch the recording mode between |
| Video Quality |
Displays the icon of the “VIDEO QUALITY” setting selected in the recording menu. |
| Remaining Recording Time |
Displays the remaining time for video recording. |
 Recording in Progress |
Appears when video recording is in progress. |
 Record-Standby |
Appears when video recording is paused. |
| Scene Counter (Recorded Time) |
Displays the elapsed time of the video that is currently being recorded. |
| Recording Media |
Displays the icon of the recording media. Displays the SD card icon. |
| Battery Indicator |
Displays the approximate remaining battery power during use. |
| Image Stabilizer |
Displays the image stabilizer setting. |
(Intelligent Auto) and Scenes of Intelligent Auto
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Captures one’s skin beautifully. |
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Allows people to be captured naturally. |
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Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. |
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Records with minimal noise in the overall image. |
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Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image. |
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Prevents colors from fading even when recording in a bright environment, such as snowfield and beaches. |
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Records while focusing on a near object. |
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Reproduces the green color of trees vividly. |
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Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally. |
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Adjusts settings so that the subject does not appear too dark due to backlight. |
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Allows people to be captured naturally with minimal noise in the overall image. |
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Records while focusing on a near object even in a dark environment. |
Memo
- Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.
- Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions.
Useful Settings for Recording
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 automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack)
When “FACE PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “ON” (default setting), this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly.
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.
- While this unit may be used with the LCD monitor reversed and closed, the temperature rises more easily. Leave the LCD monitor open when using this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
- The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.
- Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.
- This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case, turn off the power, then remove the AC adapter and battery pack. This unit will be reset.
- 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.
Memo
- Check the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting. If there is not enough space, move (copy) the data to a computer 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 exceeds 4 GB.
- You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours indoors.
- When there are many files in the media, it may take time for them to be displayed on the playback screen. Wait for a while as the access lamp appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.
- Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.