Capturing Still Images During Video Recording - JVC GZ-VX855 Detailed User Manual

Recording
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.
T appears when "SILENT MODE" is set to "ON".
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The light is disabled when "SILENT MODE" is set to "ON".
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Operating procedure
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A Tap "MENU".
The top menu appears.
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B Tap "SILENT".
C Tap "ON".
Useful Settings for Recording
When "QUICK RESTART" is set to "ON", this unit turns on immediately if
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you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off
by closing the monitor.
" QUICK RESTART " (A p. 238)
When "AUTO POWER OFF" is set to "ON", this unit turns itself off
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automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes.
(only when using the battery pack)
" AUTO POWER OFF " (A p. 238)
When "TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF" is set to "FACE TRACKING", this unit
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detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record
the faces more clearly.
"Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)" (A p. 48)
If the remaining space on the built-in memory runs out while "SEAMLESS
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RECORDING" is set to "ON", recording continues after switching to the
SD card.
"SEAMLESS RECORDING (GZ-VX875/GZ-VX855)" (A p. 225)
When "DATE/TIME RECORDING" is used, the date and time can be
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recorded together with the video.
"Recording Videos with Date and Time" (A p. 64)
Caution :
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
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bathroom.
Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well
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as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.
While this unit may be used with the LCD monitor reversed and closed,
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the temperature rises more easily. Leave the LCD monitor open when
using this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit
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rises too much.
If the temperature of this unit rises during recording, 7 changes color
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to yellow as a notification.
Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access
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lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.
This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge,
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external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it
from functioning properly. In such a case, turn off the power, then remove
the AC adapter and battery pack. This unit will be reset.
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Disclaimer
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- 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.
- In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject
to be analyzed. Therefore, it may not be returned.
Memo :
Check the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting.
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If there is not enough space, move (copy) the data to a computer or disc.
When there are many files in the media, it may take time for them to be
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displayed on the playback screen. Wait for a while as the access lamp
appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.
Do not forget to make copies after recording!
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Recording stops automatically as it cannot be performed for 12 or more
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consecutive hours according to specifications.
(It may take some time to resume recording.)
For long recordings, the file is split into two or more files if the size exceeds
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4 GB.
You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours
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indoors.
Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be
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performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode.
Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may
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appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting
conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.

Capturing Still Images During Video Recording

Still images can be captured by pressing the SNAPSHOT button while in the
video mode (standby or recording). (Video files in AVCHD only)
"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
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destination set in "REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE".
Memo :
This function does not support the iFrame recording format.
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The size of the still image that is captured in the video mode is 1,920 x
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1,080.
Operation is invalid under the following conditions:
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- when menu is being displayed
- when remaining recording time is being displayed
- when any functions in "SPECIAL RECORDING" is set