JVC Gz Ex310bu User Manual

Tripod Mounting
This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for
preventing camera shake and recording from the same position.
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0To prevent this unit from falling off, check the tripod mounting screw holes
and positioning holes on the unit carefully before mounting, and turn thescrews until they are fastened firmly.
Caution : 
0 To prevent injuries or damages which may result if this unit falls off, read
the instruction manual of the tripod (or monopod) to be used and make
sure that...

Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling
Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel
destination in “AREA SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”.
Restore the region settings after you returned from the trip.
1 Tap “MENU”.
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2Tap “SETUP”.
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3Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.
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0Tap  001F or  001E to scroll the screen.
4 Tap “AREA SETTING”.
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5Select the area you are traveling to and tap “SAVE”.
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0Time difference between the selected city and the GMT (Greenwich
Mean Time) is displayed.
0 Tap...

Optional Accessories
You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack.Product NameDescriptionBattery Pack
BN-VG114U
BN-VG121U
BN-VG138U0 Provides a longer recording time. It can also be
used as a spare battery pack.Battery Charger
0 AA-VG1
0 AA-VF80 Enables the battery pack to be charged without
using this unit.HDMI Mini Cable
0 VX-HD310
0 VX-HD3150Allows viewing in high picture quality when
connected to a TV.
0 Transmits video, audio, and control signals
between devices.Memo : 
0 The...

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.
0 In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is
displayed on the screen.
0 Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.1 Open the lens cover.
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2Open the LCD monitor.
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0Check if the recording mode is  0010
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0 If the mode is...

oScenes of Intelligent AutoDisplay IconDescription0023Captures one’s skin beautifully.0018Allows people to be captured naturally.0022Record a group of people with the most suitable
settings.0019Record the smiling face clearly.0015Records while focusing on a near object.001DFocuses at a far distance and captures a sharp
image with vivid colors.001CRecords in dark places with minimal noise in the
overall image.0016Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with
minimal noise in the overall...

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.
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0Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode. The Silent
mode can be cancelled by holding down the button again.
0 0017  appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.
Useful Settings for Recording
0 When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if
you open the LCD monitor...

Taking Still Images in Auto Mode
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the
Intelligent Auto mode.1 Open the lens cover.
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2Open the LCD monitor.
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0Check if the recording mode is  0011
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0 If the mode is  0010
 video, tap  0010
 on the recording screen to display the
mode switching screen.
Tap  0011
 to switch the mode to still image.
3 Check if the recording mode is  0039
 Intelligent Auto.
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0 If the mode is  0015 Manual, tap  0015 on the recording screen to display
the...

Indications During Still Image Recording
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Display IconDescriptionAImage SizeDisplays the icon of the image size.
0 The size of still images can be changed.
“ IMAGE SIZE ” ( A p. 232)BTOUCH PRIORITY
AE/AFDisplays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/ AF”. By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING”
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“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH
PRIORITY AE/AF)” ( A p. 44)CTimeDisplays the current time.
“Clock Setting” ( A p. 18)DRecording mediaDisplays the icon of the media where still
images are recorded to.
The...

Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording
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OperationButtonsDescriptionAVideo/Still Image
ModeSwitches between video and still image
modes.BT/W ZoomAllows the same functions as the zoom
lever to be performed.
Camera shake that often occurs when
using the zoom lever can be minimized.
“Zooming” ( A p. 30)CPlayback ModeSwitches to the playback mode.DSnapshot
0014Functions as the SNAPSHOT button.
However, focus cannot be set by pressing
halfway.EMENUDisplays the various menus of still image
recording....

Zooming
The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.
0 Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.
0 Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.
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0The following zoom options are available:
- Optical Zoom (1 - 40x)
- Digital Zoom (41 – 200x)
0 You can also use the zoom (T/W) button on the touch screen to zoom.
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Memo : 
0When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally
enlarged.
0 The zoom ratio range can be changed.
“ ZOOM ” ( A p....