JVC Everio GZ-HD520, User Manual

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Useful Settings for Recording
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Videos can be found easily during playback by categorizing them when
recording.
“Registering Files to Events” (
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p. 79)
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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.
“QUICK RESTART” (
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p. 100)
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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)
“AUTO POWER OFF” (
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p. 98)
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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.
“FACE PRIORITY AE/AF” (
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p. 79)
Caution :
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Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
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Do not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the
bathroom.
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Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well
as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.
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The access lamp lights up when video recording is in progress. Do not
remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or microSD card when the lamp is
lighted.
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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 :
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Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.
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Check the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting.
If there is not enough space, move (copy) the data to a PC or disc.
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Do not forget to make copies after recording!
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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.)
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For long recordings, the file is split into two or more files if the size exceeds
4 GB.
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You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours
indoors.
Zooming
The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.
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Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.
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Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.
Memo :
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When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally
enlarged.
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The zoom ratio range can be changed.
“Changing the Zoom Ratio Range” (
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p. 80)
Capturing Still Images During Video Recording
Still images can be captured by pressing the SNAPSHOT button while in the
video mode (standby or recording).
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"PHOTO" lights up on the screen when a still image is being captured.
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The still images captured during video recording are saved to the
destination set in media settings.
“REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE” (
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p. 105)
Memo :
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The picture quality varies with the “IMAGE QUALITY” setting.
“Changing Still Image Picture Quality” (
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p. 84)
Recording
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