User manual JVC HV10

[. . . ] 2 Important Usage Instructions Introduction WARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. HDV Camcorder, HV10 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. [. . . ] [ DATE & TIME] Displays both the date and time of the recording. [ CAMERA DATA] Displays the exposure (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the image. [ CAM. & D/T] Flash You can use the built-in flash for recording still images in dark places. The flash is equipped with the red-eye reduction function. Displays the exposure, shutter speed, date and time of the recording. MENU ( 22) MENU Advanced Functions POINTS TO CHECK DISPLAY SETUP/ DATA CODE Select a recording program other than [ FIREWORKS] ( ). ( 10) Options MENU Desired option (auto) Default value Reading the Histogram Display When viewing still images you can display the histogram display and the icons of all the functions used at the time of recording. Use the histogram as a reference to verify the correct exposure of the still image. The area to the right of the histogram represents highlights and the left side represents shadows. A still image whose histogram skews to the right is relatively bright; while one whose histogram peaks to the left, is relatively dark. The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject. (red-eye reduction, auto) The assist lamp lights up to reduce the red-eye effect. The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject. (flash off) The flash does not fire. 52 Other Functions Mini Video Light You can turn on the mini video light (assist lamp) at any time regardless of the recording program. 1 Press 2 (flash button). · Repeatedly pressing will cycle between the flash modes. · The icon of the selected flash mode will appear ( disappears after 4 seconds). Press PHOTO , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the still image. · Press LIGHT again to turn the mini video light off. The practical range of the flash is approx. The range depends on the recording conditions. The range of the flash decreases in continuous shooting mode. For the red-eye reduction to be effective, the subject needs to look at the assist lamp. The degree of reduction depends on the distance and on each individual. The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you manually adjust the exposure in (auto) or (red-eye reduction) mode. The flash mode cannot be changed after you pressed EXP to manually adjust the exposure. We recommend not using the flash when the optional Wide-converter or Tele-converter is attached. About the AF-Assist Lamp: While you press PHOTO halfway, if the subject is too dark the assist lamp may light up briefly in order to enable the camcorder to focus more accurately (AF-assist lamp). [. . . ] Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your purchase. This card is most important in order to be sure you are contacted right away should there be a safety inspection, modification or product recall under applicable laws or regulations. NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLIES TO THIS EQUIPMENT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BIND THE UNDERSIGNED. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). [. . . ]