JVC GR-D72US
Instrukcja Obsługi

FEATURES FOR RECORDING EN
SPORTS (Variable Shutter Speed: 1/250 � 1/4000) This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the shutter function under good lighting conditions. SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow. SPOTLIGHT: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as spotlights.

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� When �WIDE MODE� is set to �SQUEEZE � ( pg. 26), the �O� indication blinks in blue and Snapshot recording becomes impossible. � If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 30) is engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon blinks. � If SNAPSHOT is pressed when �DIS� is set to �ON� ( pg. 26), the Stabilizer will be disabled. � During playback as well, all snapshot modes are available when � COPY� is set to �OFF� in VIDEO Menu. ( pg. 28) However, the shutter sound is not heard. � During Snapshot recording, the image displayed in the viewfinder may be partially missing. However, there is no effect in the recorded image. � When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it is recorded onto the tape.

NOTE:
�SPOTLIGHT� has the same effect as �3 with the exposure control. ( pg. 32)

TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance ( pg. 33) is automatically set to � �, but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually. SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look. MONOTONE: Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema mode, it enhances the �classic film� effect. CLASSIC FILM*: Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect. STROBE*: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.
* Available only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to �VIDEO�.

Motor Drive Mode
Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed in step 5 provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 1 second)
� The Motor Drive mode is disabled when �REC SELECT� is set to � / �. ( pg. 28)

Auto Focus
The camcorder�s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed Focus detection zone below (in these cases perform �Manual Focus�):
� When two subjects overlap in the same scene. � When illumination is low.* � When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a clear, blue sky.* � When a dark object is barely visible in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.* � When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. � When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. � When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background. * The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and

Snapshot (For Video Recording)
This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. 1 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to �VIDEO�.

2 Set the Power Switch to �M� while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 12)

4 Set �SNAP MODE� to the desired mode.
( pg. 25, 26)

5 Press SNAPSHOT.
� There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. � The �O� indication appears and a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the camcorder reenters the Record-Standby mode. � You can perform Snapshot also during recording. A still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes. � Regardless of the Power Switch position (�A� or �M�), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode.

NOTES:

� If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean. ( pg. 48) When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally. � When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first. ( pg. 12) If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject. This will not occur when �TELE MACRO� is set to �ON�. ( pg. 26)

NOTES:
� To remove the shutter sound, refer to �BEEP� on page 27.

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