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- Recording
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Taking Videos in Auto Mode
Taking Videos in Auto Mode
With Intelligent Auto recording, the camera automatically adjusts the settings such as brightness and focus 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.
Open the LCD monitor.
Check if the recording mode is 
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If the mode is 
still image, tap on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Tap to switch the mode to video.
Check if the recording mode is 
Intelligent Auto.
If the mode is 
Manual, tap on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Tap to switch the recording mode to Intelligent Auto.
Press the START/STOP button to start recording.
Press again to stop.
Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
Use the 
button to change the displays.
Indications for Video Recording
Display Icon |
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Video Quality |
Displays the icon of the “VIDEO QUALITY” setting selected in the recording menu when “SYSTEM SELECT” is set to “60i”. |
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TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF |
Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF”. |
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Time |
Displays the current time. |
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RECORDING EFFECT |
Displays the corresponding icon when a recording effect is specified. |
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Image Stabilizer |
Displays the image stabilizer setting. |
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Recording Media |
Displays the icon of the media where videos are recorded to. |
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Battery Indicator |
Displays the approximate remaining battery power during use. |
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Recording Mode |
Displays the current recording mode of Current shooting mode is displayed. |
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Setting Scenes of Intelligent Auto |
Displays scenes detected automatically in the Intelligent Auto function. Multiple scenes may be detected. |
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SEAMLESS RECORDING |
Displays the seamless recording icon when it is set. |
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Remaining Recording Time |
Displays the remaining time for video recording. |
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Scene Counter |
Displays the elapsed time of the video that is currently being recorded. |
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appears if seamless recording cannot be performed.
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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Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. |
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Records while focusing on a near object. |
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Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. |
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Records in dark places 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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Prevents colors from fading when recording a subject in a spotlight. |
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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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Records while emphasizing the brightness of the colors. |
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Reproduces the natural colors of the outdoors during the day. |
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Reproduces the natural colors of the indoors in a cold-color illumination. |
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Reproduces the natural colors of the indoors in a warm-color illumination. |
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Selects the most suitable settings for handheld shooting. |
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Selects the most suitable settings when a tripod is used for shooting. |
Memo
Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.
Multiple scenes may be detected depending on the recording conditions.
Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions.
Operation Buttons for Video Recording
Operation Buttons |
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Video/Still Image Mode |
Switches between video and still image modes. |
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WT Zoom |
Allows the same functions as the zoom lever to be performed. |
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Still Image Recording |
Tap this button to record a still image during video recording. |
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Playback Mode |
Switches to the playback mode. |
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Recording Start |
Functions as the START/STOP button. |
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MENU |
Displays the various menus of video recording. |
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Display Button |
Switches the display between full ( Simple display: Some displays disappear automatically when the screen is not operated. Full display: Displays everything. The display button changes from When the power is turned off, the display setting will revert to simple display ( |
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Recording Mode |
Switches between the |
) and simple ( Using the Silent Mode
When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance.
appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.
To mute only the operating sound, set “OPERATION SOUND” in the menu to “OFF” instead of using the silent mode.
Operating procedure
The top menu appears.
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Useful Settings for Recording
When “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is used, the date and time can be recorded together with the video.
Caution
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
While this unit can be used with the LCD monitor reversed or the LCD monitor closed with “LCD CLOSED RECORDING” activated, the temperature of this unit rises more easily. Leave the LCD monitor open when using this unit for long periods of time, or 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.
If the temperature of this unit rises during recording, 
changes color to yellow as a notification.
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, close the monitor screen to turn off the power and remove the AC adapter, then press the Reset button to reset this unit.
Disclaimer
- We shall not be held responsible for loss of recorded contents when recording videos/audio or playback cannot be operated due to malfunctions in this unit, provided parts, or SD card.
- Once deleted, recorded contents (data), including data loss due to malfunctions in this unit, cannot be restored. Please be forewarned.
- JVC will not be responsible for any lost data.
Memo
Check that the remaining recording time in the media is sufficient before you start recording. Checking the Remaining Recording Time
If the remaining recording time is not sufficient, save the files on a PC or disc before deleting the files from the unit. Deleting Unwanted Files
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 POWER/ACCESS lamp blinks, indicating normal operation.
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.)
Up to 4GB per video file can be recorded. File recorded using long recordings that exceeds 4GB is split and recorded into several video files.
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.