
Basic User Guide
Verifying the Accessories
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Basic User Guide
(this manual)
USB Cable
(Type A - Mini Type B)
Battery Pack
BN-VG108E
AC Adapter
AC-V10M
Power Cord
AV Cable
QAM1322-001
Please consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center when
purchasing a new AV cable.
CAMCORDER
GZ-E105BEK
GZ-E105REK
LYT2508-001A-M
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Detailed User Guide
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For more details on operating this
product, please refer to the “Detailed
User Guide” at the following website.
http://manual3.jvckenwood.com/
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index.html/
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions
and Cautions on p. 2 and p. 10 to ensure
safe use of this product.
Mobile User Guide
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When you are outside, refer
to the “Mobile User Guide”.
http://manual3.jvckenwood.com/mobile/
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Safety Precautions
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on
both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper,
or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to this unit and to the user.
Carrying or holding this unit by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage
to the unit.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, etc.)
to this unit and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
this unit to fall, resulting in damage.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock
or damage to the unit,
first firmly insert the small
end of the power cord
into the AC Adapter
until it is no longer wobbly,
and then plug the larger
end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points
in your home or the cable is too short to reach
a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety
approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an
identical approved type, as originally fitted,
and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure
to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue to N
(Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live)
or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured
black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
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To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
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NOTES:
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The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
The serial number plate is on the battery pack mount.
The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
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WARNING:
The battery pack and the camcorder with battery
installed, and the remote control with battery
installed should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunlight, fire or the Iike.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
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Remove the mains plug immediately if the
camcorder functions abnormally.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo, Sony or
Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
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Dispose of used battery promptly.
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Keep away from children.
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Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
CAUTIONS:
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Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.
Do not use the supplied AC adapter with other
devices.
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Information for Users on Disposal of Old
Equipment and Batteries
Products
Battery
Notice:
The sign Pb below the symbol
for batteries indicates that this
battery contains lead.
[European Union]
These symbols indicate that the electrical and
electronic equipment and the battery with this symbol
should not be disposed of as general household
waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the products should
be handed over to the applicable collection points for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment as
well as batteries for proper treatment, recovery and
recycling in accordance with your national legislation
and the Directive 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will help
to conserve natural resources and will help to prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and
human health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of these products.
For more information about collection points and
recycling of these products, please contact your
local municipal office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
[Business users]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit
our web page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain
information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to dispose of these items, please do so
in accordance with applicable national legislation or
other rules in your country for the treatment of old
electrical and electronic equipment and batteries.
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE
USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured
to meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to
obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt
to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the
mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between
pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw
the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about
the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in
any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged
in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and
consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family knows how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm
or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos
or radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch
television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such
use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating
will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with
wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit
the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the
fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
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NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the
case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
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NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment
of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent
Portfolio License for the personal use of a
consumer or other uses in which it does not receive
remuneration to
(i) encode video in compliance with the AVC
standard (“AVC Video”) and/or
(ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a
consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or
was obtained from a video provider licensed to
provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall
be implied for any other use. Additional information
may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com
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Contents
Close the lever
Adjust the length
of the belt
Open the lever on
the strap lock
Safety Precautions ................................. 2
Names of Parts and Functions ............... 4
Grip Belt Adjustment .............................. 4
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack ..................... 5
Inserting an SD Card .............................. 6
Clock Setting .......................................... 7
Video Quality .......................................... 7
Recording
Video Recording .................................... 8
Playback
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Further Information
Troubleshooting/Cautions .................... 10
Recordable Time/Specifications .......... 12
Names of Parts and Functions
E
UP/< Button
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A
Zoom/Volume Lever / Index (u)
(p. 8, p. 9)
B
i.AUTO (Intelligent Auto) Button
(p. 8)
C
START/STOP Button (Video
Recording) (p. 8) /
d/e (Play/Pause) Button (Video
Playback) (p. 9)
D
L (Play/Record) Button
Switches between recording and
playback modes. (p. 9)
UP
<
F
DOWN/> Button
DOWN:Scrolls/moves cursor on the
>
G
OK/INFO Button
Confirms the selection. / Displays
information as follows.
Recording:Displays the remaining
Playback:Displays file information
H
AV Connector
I
MENU Button
J
HDMI Mini Connector
K
USB Connector
Scrolls/moves cursor on the
:
icons upward
Reverse search
:
icons downward
Forward search
:
time and battery power.
such as recording date.
.... 9
Grip Belt Adjustment
4
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