JVC Everio GZ-MC500AA, GZ-MC500AC, GZ-MC500AG, GZ-MC500AH, GZ-MC500EK Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA

GZ-MC500E/EK

GETTING STARTED

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK

VOICE RECORDING & PLAYBACK

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

MENU SETTINGS

REFERENCES

To deactivate the demonstration, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.

墌 pg. 48)

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INSTRUCTIONS

LYT1424-001A

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Major Features of this Camera

Removable Hard Disk

In contrast to conventional digital video cameras that record to DV tapes, the removable hard disk is a new type of card media that enables extended hours of high-resolution, MPEG2 video recording. (墌 pg. 6)

Various Recording Media and Modes

Video and still images can be recorded to CompactFlash card (CF card) and SD memory card. The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive® is a type of CF card compliant with CF+ Type II. You can select the most suitable recording medium and mode for picture quality, image size, recording time, and computer environment. (墌 pg. 62)

Enjoying Various Playback Features

Unlike tape operation, playback is simple and easy in this camera since no time is needed for rewinding or fast forward operations. Playlist, playback effects, and other functions are also available for enjoying many different types of playback.

PLAYLIST CONTENTS

ALL SCENES

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Editing Files on your PC

USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of video and still images to a computer. With the bundled Cyberlink software, you can easily edit video and create your own DVDs. (Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.)

Voice Recording Features

The camera can be used as a voice recorder for audio recordings. (墌 pg. 29)

VOICE RECORDING

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Various Recording Features

The camera supports aperture-priority, shutterpriority, portrait, bracket shooting, and a wide range of other functions that you can select according to the scene you are shooting. (墌 pg. 31 – 36)

Direct Printing

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera with USB cable directly to the printer. (墌 pg. 47)

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Contents

GETTING STARTED 7

Provided Accessories ...................................... 7

Index .............................................................. 10

Power ............................................................. 14

Operation Mode ............................................. 16

Language Setting .......................................... 16

Date/Time Settings ........................................ 17

Inserting/Removing a CF Card ...................... 17

Inserting/Removing an SD Card .................... 18

Formatting a Recording Medium ................... 19

Selecting Recording Medium ......................... 19

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 20

Video Recording ............................................ 20

Zooming ..................................................... 21

Angle Adjustment ...................................... 21

Video Playback .............................................. 22

How to Use the Scroll Bar ......................... 22

Various Playback Operations .................... 23

Playback Zoom .......................................... 23

Connecting to a TV or VCR ........................... 24

Playback on a TV ...................................... 24

Dubbing to a VCR ...................................... 24

STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 25

Still Image Recording ..................................... 25

Zooming ..................................................... 25

Continuous Shooting ................................. 26

Flash .......................................................... 26

Still Image Playback ...................................... 27

Slide Show ................................................. 27

Index Screen of Still Image Files ............... 27

How to Use the Scroll Bar ......................... 28

Image Rotation .......................................... 28

Playback Zoom .......................................... 28

VOICE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 29

Voice Recording ............................................ 29

Voice Playback .............................................. 30

Various Playback Operations .................... 30

ADVANCED OPERATIONS 31

RECORDING FEATURES ..................................... 31

Backlight Compensation ................................ 31

Spot Exposure Control ................................... 31

Program AE ................................................... 31

Bracket Shooting ........................................... 33

Manual Focus ................................................ 33

Manual Settings in MSET Menu .................... 34

How to Select a Menu Item ....................... 34

Manual Exposure ....................................... 35

White Balance ........................................... 35

Effect ......................................................... 36

PLAYBACK FEATURES ....................................... 37

Wipe or Fader Effects .................................... 37

Playback Effects ............................................ 37

MANAGING FILES ............................................. 38

Viewing File Information ................................ 38

Protecting Files .............................................. 39

Deleting Files ................................................. 40

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ................. 41

Copying/Moving Still Image Files ................... 41

Resetting the File Number ............................. 42

Creating Play List ........................................... 43

Playing Back Play List ................................... 44

DPOF Print Setting ........................................ 46

Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer ......... 47

MENU SETTINGS 48

Changing the Menu Settings ......................... 48

Common Menus for All Modes ...................... 48

Video Recording Menus ................................ 50

Video Playback Menus .................................. 50

Still Image Recording Menus ......................... 51

Still Image Playback Menus ........................... 51

Voice Recording Menus ................................. 51

Voice Playback Menus .................................. 51

REFERENCES 52

Troubleshooting ............................................. 52

Warning Indications ....................................... 55

Cleaning the Camera ..................................... 57

Cautions ......................................................... 57

Specifications ................................................. 60

TERMS ............................................... Back cover

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital media camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 4 – 5 to ensure safe use of this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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:

● 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.

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.

CAUTIONS:

● This camera is designed to be used with PALtype colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere.

● Use the JVC BN-VM200U battery pack and, to recharge it or to supply power to the camera from an AC outlet, use the provided multivoltage AC adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

NOTES:

● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

● The rating information and safety caution of the AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

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 the camera and to the user.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camera.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage.

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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.)

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

● 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;

● NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

Before Using this Camera

This camera is designed exclusively for CompactFlash Card (CF card) and SD Memory Card.

The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive

CF+ Type II. This camera records video in MPEG2 format

compliant with SD-VIDEO format. Remember that this camera is not compatible

with other digital video formats. Remember that this camera is intended for

private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

is a type of CF card compliant with

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Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording.

Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly.

Make a backup of important recorded data

Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to PC. It is recommended to copy it from your PC to a DVD or other recording media for storage. Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.

Bring your camera together with the removable hard disk

When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the removable hard disk. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

Also read “Cautions” on pages 57 to 59.

● Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

● Microdrive Global Storage Technologies, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

●

● Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

is a registered trademark of Hitachi

Removable Hard Disk

The removable hard disk is a precision electronic device. Be careful when handling it.

Cautions for external jolt or stress

● After removing the disk from the camera, store it by inserting into the supplied protective case.

● Do not press on the cover.

● Do not subject the disk to vibrations or sudden jolts. Be especially careful to avoid sudden jolts when shooting or during playback.

● Do not affix stickers or write on the label.

● Do not apply strong pressure to the outside of the

disk. Also, do not put it in your pants pocket or other location where it can be pressed on.

Cautions for temperature

● The camera’s protection circuit may work for the proper recording or playback when the camera’s internal temperature rises or during usage in a cold location. (墌 pg. 56)

● The camera and removable hard disk can heat up when used for an extended period. However, this is not a malfunction.

● The disk can heat up when used for an extended period. Therefore, do not remove it immediately from the camera.

Other cautions

● Condensation can cause the drive to break down. If water is splashed on the drive, make sure that it is completely dried before usage.

● Do not use, replace, or store the disk in locations that are exposed to strong static electricity or electrical noise.

● Do not turn off the camera power or remove the battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback, or when otherwise accessing the recording medium.

● Do not bring the recording medium near objects that have a strong magnetic field or that emit strong electromagnetic waves.

● Since data must be read and written by the drive correctly, the camera may be unable to shoot when the camera heats up, such as during continuous shooting, or when the camera is cooled down during usage in a cold location. To fix this problem, follow the messages displayed on the screen. (墌 pg. 56)

● Clean up the disk regularly to maintain high performance. (墌 pg. 41, 49)

Also read “Recording Medium” on page 58.

Be careful to completely delete data when discarding or giving away the removable hard disk.

When recording data is formatted or deleted on the camera, this only modifies the file management information, and the data is not completely erased. When discarding or giving away the removable hard disk, to prevent problems caused by the release of sensitive information, it is extremely important that the customer take responsibility to erase all recorded data. Some recommended methods of erasing data include using a commercial data removal program or using a hammer or strong magnet to physically or magnetically destroy the data on the hard disk so that it cannot be read. JVC shall not be responsible for any personal data that is released.

Provided Accessories

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a AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V17E b Power cord (AP-V14E only) c Battery Pack BN-VM200U d S-Video/Audio/Video Cable e Cable Adapter f USB Cable (Refer to the software installation

and USB connection guide.)

g Removable Hard Disk (4 GB) h Protective Case for Removable Hard Disk i Strap (See page 8 for attachment) j Lens Cap (See page 8 for attachment) k CD-ROM l Audio Extension Cable (for optional

headphones, see page 9 for attachment)

m Core Filter for Cables (See page 9 for

attachment) Large (x 1): S-Video/Audio/Video Cable Medium (x 1): USB Cable Small (x 2): Audio Extension Cable and AC Adapter’s Cord

n Lens Hood (Already attached to the camera,

墌 pg. 8)

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NOTES:

● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camera, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camera.

● Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

The removable hard disk and its protective case are packaged in a silver bag.

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GETTING STARTED

Attaching the Strap

1 Press and hold both

sides as shown, then detach the fastener (large).

2 Pass the strap ring

through the eyelet on the lens side.

3 Pass through the strap

ring.

4 Pass the fastener’s ring

through the eyelet on the LCD side.

5 Pass through the

fastener’s ring.

6 Connect the fastener.

When shooting

Hold the camera as shown in the illustration, grip it gently so that it feels secure, then adjust the strap.

Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood

The provided lens hood helps block out glare when shooting under bright sunlight, the same way professional photographers do.

To attach

Align the lens hood with the camera’s lens, and then turn the hood clockwise a.

To detach

Turn the hood counterclockwise b.

● Detach the hood only when using the optional

conversion lens or lens filter.

Attaching the Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration.

To secure the camera so it cannot be dropped during shooting

Detach the fastener from the strap as shown in step

1. Put your hand through the strap, then secure the strap to your wrist so that the camera cannot be dropped.

Pull the strap.

Slide the fastener.

NOTE:

To confirm the lens cap is on correctly, make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

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Attaching the Core Filter

Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.

1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the

core filter.

Stopper

2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving

approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter. Wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.

Core Filter

3 cm

3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

NOTES:

● Take care not to damage the cable.

● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the

core filter to the camera.

How to Use the Audio Extension Cable

When using optional headphones, connect to the provided audio extension cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the audio extension cable to the camera. The core filter reduces interference.

Open the cover.

Headphones

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● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

Wind once.

Core Filter

Audio Extension Cable (provided)

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Index

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TTENTION:

● Be careful not to cover X, d and e

during shooting.

● Be careful not to cover playback.

Y during

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Controls

a Mode Button [MODE] (墌 pg. 16) b Recording Mode Dial (墌 pg. 16, 31 – 32) c Lock Button (墌 pg. 16) d Power Switch [OFF, , ] (墌 pg. 16) e Battery/CF Card Cover Open Switch [OPEN]

(墌 pg. 14, 17)

f Delete Button [ ] (墌 pg. 40) g Zoom Lever [T/W] (墌 pg. 21, 25)

Speaker Volume Control (墌 pg. 22, 30)

h Recording Start/Stop Button

(墌 pg. 20, 25, 29)

i Play/Pause Button [49] (墌 pg. 22, 27, 30) j Multi-Controller

w: Reverse Search [w (

[w]/Flash [ ] (墌 pg. 26)

r: Reverse Skip [r (

Backlight Compensation [ ] (墌 pg. 31)/ Spot Exposure Control (墌 pg. 31)

e: Forward Search [e (

Right [e]/Continuous Shooting/Bracket Shooting [ / ] (墌 pg. 26, 33)

t: Forward Skip [t (

[t]/Manual Set [ SET] (墌 pg. 34)

k Focus Button [FOCUS] (墌 pg. 33) l Information Button [INFO] (墌 pg. 38) m Menu Button [MENU] (墌 pg. 48) n Flash Open Switch [FLASH OPEN]

(墌 pg. 26)

o Manual Focus Ring (墌 pg. 33) p Lens Hood (墌 pg. 8)

)] (墌 pg. 23)/Left

)] (墌 pg. 23)/Up [r]/

)] (墌 pg. 23)/

)] (墌 pg. 23)/Down

Indicators

U Power/Charge Lamp (墌 pg. 14, 16) V Access Lamp (Lights up or blinks when you

access to any files. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while accessing to files during recording or playback.)

W Mode Lamp [ (video), (still image),

(voice)] (墌 pg. 16)

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Other Parts

X Stereo Microphone Y Speaker (墌 pg. 22) Z LCD Monitor b Battery/CF Card Cover (墌 pg. 14, 17) c Flash d Camera Sensor e Lens f SD Card Cover (墌 pg. 18) g Tripod Mounting Socket h Strap Fastener Eyelet (墌 pg. 8) i Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 8) j Reset Hole (墌 pg. 52)

Connectors

The connectors are located beneath the covers.

Q USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (Refer

to the software installation and USB connection guide.)

R Headphone Connector [ ] (墌 pg. 9) S S-Video/Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]

(墌 pg. 24)

T DC Input Connector [DC] (墌 pg. 14)

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Indications on LCD Monitor

During both Video and Still Image Recording

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a Recording Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 16)

: Auto Mode : Manual Mode

b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 50) c Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 21, 50) d Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 21, 50) e Iris Lock Indicator (墌 pg. 31, 35) f Shutter Speed (墌 pg. 32) g Brightness Control Indicator (墌 pg. 49) h Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 55) i Date/Time (墌 pg. 49) j Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 19, 49) k Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

(墌 pg. 33)

l Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 36) m White Balance Indicator (墌 pg. 35) n Program AE Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 31) o ±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 35)

: Backlight Compensation Indicator

(墌 pg. 31)

: Spot Exposure Control Indicator

(墌 pg. 31)

During Video Recording only

d Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]

(normal), [E] (economy) (墌 pg. 50)

e Remaining Time (墌 pg. 20, 62) f Counter (墌 pg. 49) g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)

(墌 pg. 20) 79: (Appears during record-standby mode.) (墌 pg. 20)

h Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) Indicator

(墌 pg. 50)

During Still Image Recording only

FINE

PHOTO

a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 16) b ISO sensitivity (GAIN) (墌 pg. 51)

(When set to [AUTO], there is no indication.)

c Focus Icon (墌 pg. 25) d Image Size: 2560 (2560 x 1920), 2048 (2048

x1536), 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280 x

960), 640 (640 x 480) (墌 pg. 51)

e Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STANDARD

(standard) (墌 pg. 51)

f Flash Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 26) g Remaining Number of Shots (墌 pg. 63) h : Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator

(墌 pg. 26)

: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator

(墌 pg. 33)

i Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 25) j Self-Timer Recording Indicator (墌 pg. 51)

NOTE:

For the indications on LCD monitor during voice recording, see page 29.

a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 16) b Wide Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 50) c Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 50)

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During Video Playback

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a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 16) b Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when

play list is played back. 墌 pg. 44)

c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]

(normal), [E] (economy) (墌 pg. 50)

d Playback Mode (墌 pg. 22)

U : Playback 9 : Pause

: Forward High-Speed Search

: Reverse High-Speed Search

9U : Forward Slow-Motion Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion

(The number on the left shows speed.)

e Counter (墌 pg. 49) f Volume Level Indicator g Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 55) h Date (墌 pg. 49) i Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 19, 49) j Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 36) k Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 37, 50)

During Still Image Playback

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a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 16) b Folder/File Number c Slide Show Playback Indicator (墌 pg. 27) d Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 55) e Date/Time (墌 pg. 49) f Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 19, 49)

NOTE:

For the indications on LCD monitor during voice playback, see page 30.

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Power

GETTING STARTED

1 Set the power switch to OFF while pressing

down the lock button located on the switch.

This camera’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

Charging the Battery Pack

Power Switch

Lock Button Power/Charge Lamp

OPEN

Battery/CF Card Cover

Protrusion

Battery Pack

2 Slide and hold OPEN in the direction of the

arrow a, then open the battery/CF card cover.

3 Insert the battery pack firmly into the battery

pack mount until it locks into space as shown in the illustration.

4 Close the battery/CF card cover firmly until it

locks.

5 Connect the AC adapter to the camera. 6 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

(AP-V14E only)

7 Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. The

power/charge lamp on the camera blinks to indicate charging has started.

8 When the power/charge lamp goes out,

charging is finished. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter from the camera.

To detach the battery pack

Open the battery/CF card cover, and remove the battery pack while sliding BATTERY in the direction of the arrow b.

Open the cover.

To DC

connector

AC Adapter (ex. AP-V17E)

BATTERY

Required charging time

Battery pack Charging time

BN-VM200U (provided) Approx. 1 hr. 35 min.

mark

To AC outlet

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NOTES:

● Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

● When the battery/CF card cover is opened or the SD card is removed while the power is on, the power is automatically turned off to protect the data in the recording medium. To turn on the power again after opening the battery/CF card cover, close the cover. To turn on the power again after removing the SD card, close the cover and set the power switch to OFF, then to or .

● It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camera. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the power/charge lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camera, then try charging again.

● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

● Using the optional AA-V200 battery charger, you can charge the BN-VM200U battery pack without the camera.

● Since the AC adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

Using the Battery Pack

Perform steps 2 – 4 in “Charging the Battery Pack”.

Maximum continuous recording time

Using AC Power

Connect the AC adapter to the camera.

Open the cover.

To DC

connector

To AC outlet

AC Adapter (ex. AP-V17E)

mark

NOTE:

The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

TTENTION:

● Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camera’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camera malfunction.

● If the camera is a subject to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it again.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.

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Battery pack Recording time

BN-VM200U (provided) 1 hr.

NOTES:

● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

• Zoom or record-standby mode is engaged

repeatedly.

• Playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

● Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned recording time.

The Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camera.

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Operation Mode

To turn on the camera, set the power switch to

or while pressing down the lock button

located on the switch.

● The power/charge lamp turns on.

To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF.

Power Switch

Mode Lamp

MODE

Power/Charge Lamp

3 Auto/Manual Mode

Set the recording mode dial to the desired position to switch the auto/manual recording mode. The indicator or appears on the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 12)

Auto mode ( ): You can record using no special effects or manual adjustments.

Manual mode (other than ): Manual recording is possible by setting various functions. (墌 pg. 31 – 36)

Language Setting (except GZMC500EK for U.K. model)

The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 48, 49)

Lock Button

Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the power switch, MODE button and the recording mode dial.

1 Power Switch Position

Set the power switch for recording ( ) or playback ( ) while pressing down the lock button.

Power Switch

Playback Recording Power Off

2 Recording/Playback Mode

Press MODE to select the recording/playback mode. The selected mode lamp lights up.

: Video mode (墌 pg. 20, 22)

: Still image mode (墌 pg. 25, 27)

: Voice mode (墌 pg. 29, 30)

● To select the voice mode, press and hold

MODE.

1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [DISPLAY]

with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING MEMORY CARD SETTING

DISPLAY

QUALITY WIDE MODE WIND CUT

4 Select [LANGUAGE]

with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

5 Select the desired

language with the multicontroller (r/t), then press 49.

DATE/TIME SCENE COUNTER

LANGUAGE

CLOCK ADJUST BRIGHT

6 Press MENU to return to the normal screen.

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Date/Time Settings

The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image/voice file and it can be checked by pressing INFO during playback. (墌 pg. 22, 27, 30)

1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [DISPLAY]

with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

4 Select [CLOCK

ADJUST] with the multicontroller (r/t), then press 49. The day is highlighted.

5 Input the day with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute.

CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING MEMORY CARD SETTING

DISPLAY

QUALITY WIDE MODE WIND CUT

SCENE COUNTER LANGUAGE

CLOCK ADJUST

BRIGHT DATE/TIME

CLOCK ADJUST

DATE TIME

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200531 01

Inserting/Removing a CF Card

You can use a CF card (CompactFlash card) as a recording medium in the CF slot. The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive® is a type of CF cards. See page 62 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera.

Rear

Front

CF Slot

Battery/CF Card Cover

Terminals

OPEN

Eject Button

GETTING STARTED

6 Press MENU to

return to the normal screen.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

If the camera is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/time setting before using the camera. Note that the camera can be used without setting the date/time.

1 Make sure the camera’s power is off. 2 Slide and hold OPEN in the direction of the

arrow a, then open the battery/CF card cover.

3 When the eject button is pulled out as shown

in the illustration, push it once.

● The button is pushed in.

4 To insert a CF card, firmly insert it as shown

in the illustration. To remove a CF card, push the eject button twice.

● The eject button comes out by pushing it once. By pushing the eject button once again ejects the CF card.

5 Close the battery/CF card cover firmly until it

locks.

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NOTES:

● Read the cautions on CF card. (墌 pg. 58, “Recording Medium”)

● Before using the provided removable hard disk or a new CF card, it is necessary to format it. (墌 pg. 19)

TTENTION:

● Do not insert or remove the CF card while the camera is turned on, as this may cause the CF card to be corrupted or cause the camera to become unable to recognise whether or not the CF card is installed.

● Do not squeeze the external covers of the CF card.

Inserting/Removing an SD Card

You can use an SD card as a recording medium in the SD slot. See page 62 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera.

Clipped edge

SD Slot

1 Make sure the camera’s power is off. 2 Open the SD card cover. 3 To insert an SD card, firmly insert it with its

clipped edge first. To remove an SD card, push it once. After the SD card comes out of the camera, pull it out.

● Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.

SD card (optional)

Label

Write/Erase

Protection Tab

SD Card Cover

4 Close the SD card cover.

To protect valuable files

Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the SD card in the direction of “LOCK”. This prevents the SD card from being recorded over. To record on this SD card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to “LOCK” before inserting it.

NOTE:

Before using a new SD card, it is necessary to format the card. (墌 pg. 19)

TTENTION:

Do not insert or remove the SD card while the camera is turned on, as this may cause the SD card to be corrupted or cause the camera to become unable to recognise whether or not the SD card is installed.

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Formatting a Recording Medium

You can format (initialise) a recording medium in the CF or SD slot. You have to format the provided removable hard disk or newlypurchased CF cards and SD cards with this camera before using them. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be erased. (墌 pg. 39)

1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [MEMORY

CARD SETTING] with the multi-controller (r/ t), then press 49.

4 Select [FORMAT] with

the multi-controller (r/ t), then press 49.

5 Select [CF SLOT] or

[SD SLOT] with the multicontroller (r/t), then press 49.

DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING

MEMORY CARD SETTING

DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE

VIDEO MODE IMAGE MODE VOICE MODE

FORMAT

CLEAN UP COPY/MOVE NO. RESET

Selecting Recording Medium

Select the recording medium before starting recording or playback. (墌 pg. 48, 49) Example: When recording still images to an SD card

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [MEMORY

CARD SETTING] with the multi-controller (r/ t), then press 49.

4 Select [IMAGE

MODE] with the multicontroller (r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [SD SLOT] with

the multi-controller (r/ t), then press 49.

6 Press MENU to return to the normal screen.

DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING

MEMORY CARD SETTING

DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE

COPY/MOVE NO. RESET VIDEO MODE

IMAGE MODE

VOICE MODE FORMAT CLEAN UP

GETTING STARTED

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● To cancel the formatting, select [CANCEL], then

press 49.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) during format. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during format. If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it again.

NOTE:

Do not format the recording medium on the PC. Make sure to format the recording medium on the camera.

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Video Recording

MODE

Zoom Lever

Recording Start/ Stop Button

Lock Button

Power Switch

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● The camera is programmed to record videos on the medium in the CF slot by the factory-preset. To switch the recording medium, see pages 19, 48 and 49.

● To change the picture quality, see pages 48 and

50.

3 Press the recording start/stop button to start

recording.

● Approximate remaining time for recording appears on the display.

[0h56m]

NOTES:

● If the camera is left without any operation during recording or playback (video, still image or voice) for 5 minutes when using the battery pack, the camera is turned off automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to or . When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode (the access lamp lights and the LCD monitor turns off). To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as zooming.

● When the camera heats up, the 7REC indicator flashes. If the camera continues to heat up, shooting may be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the camera power, and then wait until the camera cools down. (墌 pg. 56)

● When shooting continuously, shooting is automatically stopped when a file size of 4 GB is reached.

● If data cannot be recorded or saved properly, the video files are not saved to the [SD_VIDEO] folder for regular video. Instead, the files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. To play back these files, see “To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder” (墌 pg. 22).

● There may be differences in the brightness between the recorded video and still image, even if the same subject is shot.

● Video file names are assigned as sequential hexadecimal numbers.

● To turn the operation sounds off, see page 48.

● For approximate recording time, see page 62.

4 To stop recording, press

the recording start/stop button again.

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Zooming

Use the zoom function for close-up or wideangle shooting. You can zoom in up to 10x by using the optical zoom.

To zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto).

To zoom out Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).

W: Wide angle

Digital zoom zone

10x (Optical) zoom zone

Approximate zoom ratio

T: Telephoto

Angle Adjustment

Tilt the lens part at the most convenient angle. The lens part can rotate 45° upward and downward.

Deleting Files

If you press during recording mode, the file recorded most recently will be deleted. (墌 pg. 40)

● However, if the recording mode (video, still image or voice) is switched or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

● The further you slide the zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action.

● Zoom magnification over 10x is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 200x. Set [ZOOM] to [40X] or [200X]. (墌 pg. 50)

NOTES:

● Focusing may become unstable during zooming. In this case, set the zoom before recording and lock the focus by using the manual focus (墌 pg. 33), then zoom in or out during recording.

● During digital zoom, the quality of image may suffer.

● Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W.

● When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camera may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. (墌 pg. 50)

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Video Playback

INFO

Zoom Lever

To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder

If the data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. (墌 pg. 20) To play back the files in the [EXTMOV] folder, press the recording start/stop button while the index screen is displayed in step 2, and then proceed to step 3 after [MPG] is displayed.

● The fast forward, rewind, slow, frame-by-frame playback, and playlist creation functions are not available for files in the [EXTMOV] folder.

MODE

Lock Button

Power Switch

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● The index screen for videos appears. The image on the index screen shows the first part of the shooting. To switch the medium to be played back, see pages

●

19, 48 and 49.

3 Select the video file you want to play back

with the multi-controller (r/t/w/e).

4 Press 49 to start playback. 5 To pause playback, press 49 again.

To return to the index screen

Slide the zoom lever to W when playback is paused.

To adjust the speaker volume

During playback slide the zoom lever towards T to turn up the volume, or towards W to turn down the volume.

To turn on/off the date display

Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (墌 pg. 48, 49)

To turn on/off the on-screen display Press INFO repeatedly.

To check the file information Press INFO when playback is paused.

NOTES:

● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV. (墌 pg. 24)

● At the junctions between scenes, the image may stop momentarily or the sound may be interrupted. However, this is not a malfunction.

● To join scenes without distortion, load the video files into the PC and use the provided software to combine the files. When the combined file is used to record a DVD, it will have the same joints without distortion between scenes as a commercial DVD. Refer to “How To Create DVDs simply” of software installation and USB connection guide for more about DVD creation.

● The date and counter can be displayed during playback. (墌 pg. 49)

● When the camera heats up, the U indicator flashes. If the camera continues to heat up, playback may be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the camera power, and then wait until the camera cools down. (墌 pg. 56)

● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker or headphones.

How to Use the Scroll Bar

You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll bar is useful when deleting files (墌 pg. 40), creating play list (墌 pg. 43), etc.

1 Slide the zoom lever

towards W to select the scroll bar on the index screen.

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Scroll bar

2 Display the next or

previous page with the

multi-controller (r

● If you move and hold the multi-controller to r/t, the high speed search starts.

● If you find the desired file, slide the zoom lever towards T, then select the file.

t).

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Various Playback Operations

Still playback (Pause)

Press 49 during normal playback.

● To resume normal playback, press 49 again.

Search playback

During normal playback, move the multicontroller to e for forward search, or w for reverse search.

● Moving the multi-controller to w or e

repeatedly increases the search speed for each direction. (–60x to +60x)

● To resume normal playback, press 49.

Locating the start point of the file or skip the file

Move the multi-controller to t to locate the start point of the next file. Moving the multi-controller to t repeatedly skips files in forward direction. Move the multi-controller to r to locate the start point of the current file. Moving the multicontroller to r repeatedly skips files in reverse direction.

● If the multi-controller is moved to t or r

during normal playback or search, playback resumes after locating the start point of a file.

Playback Zoom

You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.

1 During normal playback, at the point you want

to zoom in, press 49 to pause playback.

2 Slide the zoom lever towards T to zoom in.

● The full view of the image is displayed in the small screen on the lower right side. The * mark indicates the centre point of the magnified area.

3 Move to the magnified area you want to view

with the multi-controller (r/t/w/e).

4 To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.

● When the zoom is set all the way to W (wide- angle) side, sliding the zoom lever to W switches the display to the index screen. (墌 pg. 22)

Deleting Video Files

Press , then select [EXECUTE] with the multicontroller (r/t) and press 49.

●

You can select the desired file to be deleted with

w/e

the multi-controller (

● To delete multiple files at once, see page 40.

VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK

Frame-by-frame playback

While playback is paused, move the multicontroller to e or w.

● Moving the multi-controller to w or e repeatedly

advances or reverses the still picture frame by frame.

● To resume normal playback, press

Slow motion playback

While playback is paused, move and hold the multi-controller to e or w for over 2 seconds.

● To stop slow motion playback, press 49.

49.

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Connecting to a TV or VCR

Open the cover.

To AV connector

S-Video/Audio/Video Cable (provided)

“Y/C” / “CVBS”

Video Out Select

Switch

Cable Adapter*

Playback on a TV

1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camera to a TV or VCR as

shown in the illustration.

If using a VCR, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4.

3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

4 Turn on the camera, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set

the TV to its VIDEO mode.

6 Start playback on the camera. (墌 pg. 22)

To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV

● Date/Time

Set [DATE/TIME] to [AUTO], [ON] or [OFF]. (墌 pg. 48, 49)

● Counter

Set [SCENE COUNTER] to [ON] or [OFF]. (墌 pg. 48, 49)

(Pressing INFO button also turns on/off the displays.)

To TV or VCR

A Black to S-VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/

VCR has S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.)

B Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/

VCR has only A/V input connectors.)

C Red to AUDIO R IN** D White to AUDIO L IN**

* If your TV/VCR has a SCART connector, use the

provided cable adapter.

** Not required for watching still images only.

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg. 15)

● Set the video out select switch of the cable

adapter as required: Y/C: When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable. CVBS: When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses a video cable.

● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its

minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camera is turned on.

● To connect the camera to a PC, refer to the

software installation and USB connection guide.

Dubbing to a VCR

1 Perform steps 1 to 6 above. 2 At the point you want to start dubbing, start

recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s instruction manual.)

3 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR,

then stop playback on the camera.

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Still Image Recording

MODE

Zoom Lever

Recording Start/Stop Button

Lock Button

Power Switch

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● The camera is programmed to record still images on the medium in the CF slot by the factorypreset. To switch the recording medium, see pages 19, 48 and 49.

● To change the image size and picture quality, see pages 48 and 51.

● To use the flash, see page 26.

3 Press the recording start/stop button. PHOTO

indicator appers during shooting. The still image is recorded.

● To check how the image looks before recording, press the recording start/stop button halfway and hold. The indicator appears and stops blinking when the captured image is focused. To cancel the recording, release the recording start/stop button. To record it on the recording medium, press the recording start/stop button fully.

NOTES:

● There may be differences in the brightness between the recorded video and still image, even if the same subject is shot.

● To turn the shutter sound off, see page 48.

● For approximate number of storable images, see

page 63.

Zooming

Use the zoom function for close-up or wideangle shooting. You can zoom in up to 8x by using the optical zoom.

To zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto).

To zoom out Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).

W: Wide angle

Zoom zone

Approximate zoom ratio

● The further you slide the zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action.

NOTES:

● Zooming is possible up to 8X regardless of the ZOOM setting in the still image recording mode.

● Focusing may become unstable during zooming. In this case, set the zoom before recording and lock the focus by using the manual focus (墌 pg. 33), then zoom in or out during recording.

● Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W.

● When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camera may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. (墌 pg. 50)

T: Telephoto

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Continuous Shooting

If the continuous shooting mode is set to on, keeping the recording start/stop button pressed in step 3 in “Still Image Recording” (墌 pg. 25) provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 0.5 seconds) To use this function, set the recording mode dial to other than , then move the multi-controller to e so that the indicator appears on the display.

● To turn off this function, move the multi-controller

to e so that (or ) indicator disappears.

● Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the recording medium.

● The continuous shooting speed will drop when repeatedly making continuous shots.

Flash

You can use the flash for still image recording. The flash mode can be changed as required.

[AUTO]: The flash fires automatically when

the surroundings are dark.

AUTO RED-EYE: The flash fires

automatically but reduces the red-eye phenomenon of the subject's eyes.

ON: The flash fires regardless of the shooting

condition.

SLOW SYNCHRO: The flash fires

regardless of the shooting condition. The shutter speed becomes slower in this mode, so the background can be also brightened.

[ ] = Factory-preset When not using the flash

Push the flash down slightly.

NOTES:

● The flash, continuous shooting or bracket shooting etc. cannot be used at the same time. An unusable mode indicator blinks or goes out.

● The flash icon also blinks while charging the flash.

● If the flash is not bright enough, set [GAIN] to [200] or [400]. (墌 pg. 51)

FLASH OPEN

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Slide FLASH OPEN in the direction of the

arrow

● The flash icon appears.

1 so that the built-in flash pops up.

4 Select the desired flash mode with the multi-

controller w ().

Deleting Files

If you press during recording mode, the file recorded most recently will be deleted. (墌 pg. 40)

● However, if the recording mode (video, still image or voice) is switched or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

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Still Image Playback

Zoom Lever

INFO

MODE

Lock Button

Power Switch

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● A still image is displayed.

● To switch the medium to be played back, see

pages 19, 48 and 49.

Slide Show

You can playback all the images stored in recording media automatically.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● A still image is displayed.

● To switch the medium to be played back, see

pages 19, 48 and 49.

3 Press 49 to start the slide show.

● If you move the multi-controller to t during the

slide show, files are displayed in descending order.

● If you move the multi-controller to r during the

slide show, files are displayed in ascending order.

● To end the slide show, press 49 again.

To display the next image

Normal Playback

To display the

previous image

3 Move the multi-controller to w to display the

previous file. Move the multi-controller to e to display the next file.

To turn on/off the date/time display

Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (墌 pg. 48, 49)

To turn on/off the on-screen display / To check the file information (墌 pg. 38) / To display the histogram (墌 pg. 38) Press INFO repeatedly.

NOTES:

● Images shot and stored on the recording media with another device may not be played back correctly.

● You can zoom in/out or rotate still images. (墌 pg. 28)

Slide Show

Index Screen of Still Image Files

You can view multiple files stored in a recording medium at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.

1 Slide the zoom lever

to W when a recorded image is displayed.

● The display switches to the index screen.

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2 Move the frame to the

desired file with the multicontroller (r/t/w/e).

3 Press 49. The selected file is displayed.

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How to Use the Scroll Bar

You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll bar is useful when deleting files (墌 pg. 40), setting DPOF (墌 pg. 46), etc.

1 Slide the zoom lever

towards W to select the scroll bar on the index screen.

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Scroll bar

2 Display the next or

previous page with the multi-controller (r/t).

● If you move and hold the

multi-controller to r/t, the high speed search starts.

● If you find the desired file, slide the zoom lever

towards T, then select the file.

Image Rotation

You can rotate a still image clockwise or counterclockwise.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● A still image is displayed.

● To switch the medium to be played back, see

pages 19, 48 and 49.

Playback Zoom

You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

● A still image is displayed.

● To switch the medium to be played back, see

pages 19, 48 and 49.

3 Slide the zoom lever towards T to zoom in.

● The full view of the image is displayed in the small

screen on the lower right side. The * mark indicates the centre point of the magnified area.

4 Move to the magnified area you want to view

with the multi-controller (r/t/w/e).

5 To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.

● When the zoom is set all the way to W (wide-

angle) side, sliding the zoom lever to W switches the display to the index screen. (墌 pg. 27)

Deleting Still Image Files

Press , then select [EXECUTE] with the multicontroller (r/t) and press 49.

● You can select the desired file to be deleted with

the multi-controller (w/e).

● To delete multiple files at once, see page 40.

3 Move the multi-controller to t to rotate 90°

clockwise.

● Each time you move the multi-controller to t, the

image rotates clockwise. (90° ] 180° ] 270° ] 0°)

4 Move the multi-controller to r to rotate 90°

counterclockwise.

● Each time you move the multi-controller to r, the

image rotates counterclockwise. (270° ] 180° ] 90° ] 0°)

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Voice Recording

Zoom Lever

Recording Start/Stop Button

MODE

Lock Button Power Switch

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press and hold MODE to select .

● The camera is programmed to record voice on the medium in the CF slot by the factory preset. To switch the recording medium, see pages 19, 48 and 49.

● To change the sound quality and recording level, see pages 48 and 51.

3 Press the recording start/stop button to start

recording.

4 To stop recording, press the recording start/

stop button again. The camera re-enters the record-standby mode.

NOTE:

For approximate recording time, see page 63.

Indication on LCD Monitor

VOICE RECORDING

[0h56m]

20.11.2005 11:30

a Remaining Time (墌 pg. 63) b Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 19, 49) c Sound Quality: 48 (fine), 16 (standard), 8

(economy) (墌 pg. 51)

d Recording Level: (high), (middle),

(low) (墌 pg. 51)

e Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 50) f Counter g Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 55) h Date/Time i Microphone Input Level Indicator j Recording Mode

7: Record

: Record-standby

Deleting Files

If you press during recording mode, the file recorded most recently will be deleted. (墌 pg. 40)

● However, if the recording mode (video, still image or voice) is switched or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

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Voice Playback

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press and hold MODE to select .

● To switch the medium to be played back, see pages 19, 48 and 49.

3 Press 49 to start playback. 4 To pause playback, press 49 again.

To adjust the speaker volume

During playback slide the zoom lever towards T to turn up the volume, or towards W to turn down the volume.

To check the file information Press INFO when playback is paused.

To select the file on the playback list

Slide the zoom lever to W when playback is paused so that the playback list appears. Then select the file with the multi-controller (r/ t) and press 49.

● Scroll bar is available to be used as on the index screen of video and still image.

Various Playback Operations

VOICE

FILE No. 100-0001

P.B. TIMEDATE

15. 11. 2005 10:30 1h30m20s

20. 11. 2005 11:30 1h15m10s

23. 11. 2005 10:10 2h20m20s

29. 11. 2005 11:00 2h50m30s

Scroll bar

Indication on LCD Monitor

VOICE PLAYBACK

20.11.2005 11:30

a Playback Speed: (normal), (fast),

(slow) (墌 pg. 51)

b Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 19, 49) c Sound Quality: 48 (fine), 16 (standard), 8

(economy) (墌 pg. 51)

d Counter e Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 55) f Date/Time (墌 pg. 49) g Volume Level Indicator h Playback Mode

8 : Stop U : Playback 9 : Pause

: Reverse High-Speed Search

: Forward High-Speed Search

i Recording Level Indicator j Folder/File Number

Search playback

During normal playback, move the multicontroller to e for forward search, or w for reverse search. To resume normal playback, press 49.

Locating the start point of the file or skip the file

● If the multi-controller is moved to t or r during normal playback or search, playback resumes after locating the start point of a file.

Deleting Voice Files

Press , then select [EXECUTE] with the multicontroller (r/t) and press 49.

● You can select the desired file to be deleted with

the multi-controller (w/e).

● To delete multiple files at once, see page 40.

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Backlight Compensation

Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, dark portions of the subject are brightened by increasing the exposure.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to other than

so that is displayed.

3 Move the multi-controller to r ( ) once so

that the indicator appears.

To cancel backlight compensation

Move the multi-controller to r ( ) twice so that the indicator disappears.

Spot Exposure Control

Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation. You can select one of the three metering areas.

Program AE

You can use the program AE settings for specific shooting situations.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to the desired

position.

Twilight: Makes evening scenes look more

natural.

Portrait: The subject in the front is

accentuated by blurring the background.

Sports: Fast shutter speed allows fast-

moving subject to be captured one frame at a time vividly. The shutter speed is set at 1/250 to 1/4000 second automatically.

Snow: Compensates for subjects that may

appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow.

To turn off the program AE function

Set the recording mode dial to or .

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to other than

so that is displayed.

3 Move the multi-controller to r ( ) twice so

that the indicator appears.

● The spot metering area frame appears at the

centre.

4 Select the desired spot metering area frame

with the multi-controller (w/e).

5 Press 49. The setting is completed.

To lock the exposure

After step 4, press and hold 49 for over 2 seconds. The indicator appears.

To cancel spot exposure control

Move the multi-controller to r ( ) once so that the indicator disappears.

NOTES:

● Spot exposure control may not be possible when some other functions are activated.

● Depending on the shooting location and condition, optimum result may not be attained.

NOTE:

While recording is in progress, the program AE cannot be set even if the recording mode dial is set.

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RECORDING FEATURES

Aperture-Priority

Setting the aperture value manually ( ) You can set the aperture value (F-number) manually. The larger the aperture value (lower Fnumber), the more blurred the background will become. The smaller the aperture value (higher F-number), the clearer the focus will be both near and far object.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to . The F-

number is displayed.

3 Select the desired F-number with the multi-

controller (w/e). You can select F-number from the followings. F1.8*/F1.9** / F2.0 / F2.8 / F4.0 / F5.6 / F8.0*

* Not available for still image recording. ** Not available for video recording.

● If you cannot change the value, press 49.

4 Press 49. The setting is completed.

To change the F-number

Press 49, then select the F-number with the multi-controller (w/e) and press 49.

To turn off the aperture-priority

Set the recording mode dial to other than .

NOTE:

If it is too bright, set to the larger F-number. If it is too dark, set to the smaller.

Shutter-Priority

Setting the shutter speed manually ( )

You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fastmoving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to . The

shutter speed is displayed.

3 Select the desired shutter speed with the

multi-controller (w/e). You can select the shutter speed from the followings.

● If you cannot change the value, press 49.

1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/25*

1/50*

1/120*

Slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of flowing motion.

The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50 second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower.

The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120 second. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is reduced.

1/250 1/500 1/1000** 1/2000** 1/4000**

* The shutter speed is set to 1/30, 1/60, 1/125

during the still image recording.

** Not available for still image recording. If the flash

is used, 1/500 is also not available.

Fast shutter speed allows fast-moving subject to be captured one frame at a time vividly. Use these settings when an automatic adjustment does not work well by (Sports) mode in Program AE. (墌 pg. 31)

4 Press 49. The setting is completed.

To change the shutter speed

Press 49, then select the shutter speed with the multi-controller (w/e) and press 49.

To turn off the shutter-priority

Set the recording mode dial to other than .

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use a tripod when recording with a slow shutter speed.

● The shutter speed can be set separately in video and still image.

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Bracket Shooting

In addition to an image with the exposure set by the camera, two other images are recorded with exposure values shifted to the +0.3 EV and –0.3 EV sides. You can select the image that has a suitable exposure after shooting.

Decreased exposure

Standard exposure

Increased exposure

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select .

Manual Focus

The camera's Full Range AF system offers continuous focusing ability from close-up to infinity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

FOCUS

Manual Focus Ring

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to other than

so that is displayed.

3 Press FOCUS. The manual focus adjustment

indicator appears.

4 To focus on a further subject, rotate the

manual focus ring counterclockwise.

3 Set the recording mode dial to other than

so that is displayed.

4 Move the multi-controller to e ( ) twice so

that the indicator appears on the display.

5 Press the recording start/stop button for

bracket shooting. Three still images are recorded.

To cancel the bracket shooting

Move the multi-controller to e ( ) so that the

indicator disappears.

Focusing on a further subject

To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the manual focus ring clockwise.

Focusing on a nearer subject

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RECORDING FEATURES

To return to automatic focus

Press FOCUS again or set the recording mode dial to .

Manual focus is recommended in situations listed below;

● When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

● When illumination is low.*

● When the subject has no contrast (difference

in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

● When a dark object is barely visible in the

display.*

● When the scene contains minute patterns or

identical patterns that are regularly repeated.

● When the scene is affected by sunbeams or

light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

● When shooting a scene with a high-contrast

background.

* The following low-contrast warnings appear

blinking: , , , and .

Manual Settings in MSET

You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the MSET menus.

How to Select a Menu Item

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the recording mode dial to other than

so that is displayed.

3 Move the multi-controller to t ( ). The

menu screen appears.

4 Select a desired item

from the MSET menu with the multi-controller (w/e), then press 49.

AUTO

AE WB EF

There are 3 items in the MSET menu.

AE: Manual Exposure (墌 pg. 35) WB: White Balance (墌 pg. 35) EF: Effect (墌 pg. 36)

AUTO

OFF

Step 5 and 6 below are example of the manual exposure setting.

5 Select a setting with

the multi-controller (w/ e), then press 49. The

setting is completed.

6 Close the MSET

menu by moving the multi-controller to t ().

NOTE:

While recording is in progress, [EF] cannot be set even if the multi-controller is moved to t

± 0

AUTO

AE WB EF

OFF

().

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Manual Exposure

Manual exposure is recommended in the following situations:

● When shooting using reverse lighting or when

the background is too bright.

● When shooting on a reflective natural

background such as at the beach or when skiing.

● When the background is overly dark or the

subject is bright.

1 Select [AE] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 34) 2 If [AUTO] is selected, move the multi-

controller to r. (video mode only)

3 To brighten the image, move the multi-

controller to e. To darken the image, move the multi-controller to w.

● Adjustment range For video recording: –6 to +6 or AUTO (automatic exposure) For still image recording: –2.0 to +2.0 (EV)

4 Press 49. The setting is completed. 5 Close the MSET menu by moving the multi-

controller to t ().

To lock the exposure

After step 5, press and hold 49 for over 2 seconds. The indicator appears.

White Balance

The white balance is usually adjusted automatically for correctness of the colour reproduction under various lighting. However, you can also select the following modes according to the shooting situations.

1 Select [WB] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 34) 2 Select the desired mode with the multi-

controller (r/t).

MWB: For adjusting the white balance

manually depending on the light source.

墌 “Manual White Balance Adjustment”

(墌 pg. 36)

FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny

day.

CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a

cloudy day.

HALOGEN: When a video light or similar

type of lighting is used.

3 Press 49. The setting is completed. 4 Close the MSET menu by moving the multi-

controller to t ().

To return to automatic white balance

Select [AUTO] in step 2.

NOTES:

● You cannot use the manual exposure at the same time when the program AE function is set to (Snow) (墌 pg. 31), or with backlight compensation (墌 pg. 31).

● If the adjustment does not cause any visible change in brightness, set [GAIN UP] to [ON]. (墌 pg. 50)

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RECORDING FEATURES

Manual White Balance Adjustment

1 Select [MWB] in WB menu. 2 Hold a sheet of

plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.

White paper

3 Press and hold

49 until begins blinking then stops blinking.

NOTES:

● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white

paper. In such a case, adjust with manual focusing. (墌 pg. 33)

● A subject can be shot under various types of

lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result.

● Once you adjust white balance manually, the

setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery is removed.

Effect

You can add special effects to your recording images.

1 Select [EF] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 34) 2 Select the desired mode with the multi-

controller (r/t).

SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like

old photos.

MONOTONE: The image becomes black

and white like old movies.

CLASSIC FILM*: The image has an old

movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping frames.

STROBE*: The image looks like a series of

consecutive snapshots.

* Not available for still image recording.

3 Press 49. The setting is completed. 4 Close the MSET menu by moving the multi-

controller to t ().

To turn off the effect

Select [OFF] in step 2.

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Wipe or Fader Effects Playback Effects

You can view videos with various effects of scene transition.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [WIPE/FADER] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

5 Select a desired effect with the multi-

controller (r/t).

FADER-WHITE: Fade in or out with a white

screen.

FADER-BLACK: Fade in or out with a black

screen.

FADER-B.W: Fade in to a colour screen

from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white.

WIPE-CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen

from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.

WIPE-WINDOW: The scene starts in the

centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the centre.

WIPE-SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or

wipe out from left to right.

WIPE-DOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of a

black screen open to the left and right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene.

WIPE-SCROLL: The scene wipes in from

the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

WIPE-SHUTTER: Wipe in from the centre of

a black screen toward the top and bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen.

You can view videos or still images with special image effects.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select or . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [EFFECT] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press 49.

5 Select a desired effect with the multi-

controller (r/t).

SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like

old photos.

MONOTONE: The image becomes black

and white like old movies.

CLASSIC FILM*: The image has an old

movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping frames.

STROBE*: The image looks like a series of

consecutive snapshots.

* Not available for still image recording.

6 Press 49. The setting is completed. 7 Press MENU to close the menu screen.

To turn off the effect

Select [OFF] in step 5.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

6 Press 49. The setting is completed. 7 Press MENU to close the menu screen.

● The selected wipe or fader effect works when playback starts and ends.

To turn off the effect

Select [OFF] in step 5.

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MANAGING FILES

Viewing File Information

/ /

You can view the file information in playback mode.

Information on Video Files

Press INFO while video playback is paused. File information appears.

FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file) QUALITY: Image quality (墌 pg. 50) PROTECT: File protection status (墌 pg. 39)

● If you press INFO on the index screen

(墌 pg. 22), information on the selected file is displayed.

To turn off the file information display Press INFO repeatedly.

Information on Still Image Files

Press INFO while a still image is displayed. File information appears.

FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording SIZE: Image size (墌 pg. 51) QUALITY: Image quality (墌 pg. 51) PROTECT: File protection status (墌 pg. 39)

● If you press INFO on the index screen

(墌 pg. 27), information on the selected file is displayed.

To turn off the file information display Press INFO repeatedly.

Information on Voice Files

Press INFO while voice playback is paused. File information appears.

FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file) QUALITY: Sound quality (墌 pg. 51) PROTECT: File protection status (墌 pg. 39)

● If you press INFO in the playback list

(墌 pg. 30), information on the selected file is displayed.

To turn off the file information display Press INFO repeatedly.

Histogram (for Still Image Files)

A histogram is a graph indicating the image’s brightness. The horizontal axis indicates the brightness level (darker on the left and brighter on the right), while the vertical axis indicates how many pixels exist for each brightness level.

● The more pixels there are in centre position,

the exposure is proper and the brightness is well-balanced.

● The more pixels there are toward the left, the

darker the image.

● The more pixels there are toward the right, the

brighter the image. By checking the image and its histogram, you can see the exposure level pattern and the overall tone reproduction condition.

To display the histogram of still image files

Press INFO repeatedly while a still image is displayed.

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To turn off the histogram display Press INFO repeatedly.

NOTE:

The shutter speed, F-number and ISO sensitivity (GAIN) are also displayed as recording information with histogram. The shutter speed displayed during shooting in auto mode is an approximation. It may not match the one displayed with histogram.

Protecting Files

You can protect files from the accidental erasure.

/ /

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press (and hold) MODE to select the file type

(video, still image or voice).

3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [PROTECT] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

To protect the currently displayed file

5 Select [CURRENT] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● You can select the previous or next file with the

multi-controller

● To release protection, select the protected file, then perform step

(w/e).

5 and 6.

MANAGING FILES

To protect all files

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5 Select [PROTECT ALL] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● All files are protected.

To release protection of all files

5 Select [CANCEL ALL], then press 49. 6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) during protection. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during protection. If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it. (墌 pg. 19)

To protect by selecting multiple files

5 Select [FILE SELECT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

● The index screen appears.

6 Select the file you want to protect with the

multi-controller (r/t/w/e), then press 49.

● The mark appears on the file.

● To protect other files, repeat step

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom

lever and the multi-controller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22, 27, 30)

● If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever towards W returns to the index screen.

7 Press MENU. 8 Select [QUIT] with the multi-controller (r/t),

then press 49.

● The selected files are protected.

● To release protection, select the protected file in

step

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Deleting Files

You can delete unnecessary files.

MANAGING FILES

/ /

Deleting by the Button

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press (and hold) MODE to select the file type

(video, still image or voice).

3 Display the desired file with the multi-

controller (r/t/w/e), then press .

● You can also select the file on the index screen

(video or still image) or playback list (voice). (墌 pg. 22, 27, 30)

4 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

NOTE:

If you press during recording mode, the file recorded most recently will be deleted. However, if

the recording mode (video, still image or voice) is switched or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

Deleting on the Menu Screen

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press (and hold) MODE to select the file type

(video, still image or voice).

3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [DELETE] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press 49.

To delete the currently displayed file

5 Select [CURRENT] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● You can select the previous or next file with the

multi-controller (w/e).

To delete by selecting multiple files

5 Select [FILE SELECT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

● The index screen (video or still image) or playback list (voice) appears.

6 Select the file you want to delete with the

multi-controller (r/t/w/e), then press 49.

● To select other files, repeat step 6.

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom

lever and the multi-controller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22, 27, 30)

● If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever towards W returns to the index screen.

7 Press MENU. 8 Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

● The selected files are deleted.

To delete all files

5 Select [DELETE ALL] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● To cancel deletion, select [CANCEL], then press

49.

NOTES:

● Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete them, release protection first. (墌 pg. 39)

● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check files before deleting.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it. (墌 pg. 19)

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Cleaning Up a Recording

/ /

Medium

Writing speed of recording media tends to become slow after long period of repeated use. To regain the speed, execute cleanup periodically. The cleanup function is equivalent to “Defragmentation” of PC’s function.

NOTE:

Make sure to use the provided AC adapter for the power supply when cleaning up a recording medium. (墌 pg. 15)

1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [MEMORY CARD SETTING] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

4 Select [CLEAN UP] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [CF SLOT] or [SD SLOT] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

● If the AC adapter is not connected to the camera, a warning message appears. In this case, connect the AC adapter.

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● To cancel cleanup, select [CANCEL], then press

49.

7 When cleanup is finished, [CLEANING UP

COMPLETED] appears. Press 49 to complete the operation.

● It may take for a while until cleanup is completed.

Copying/Moving Still Image Files

You can copy or move still image files between recording media in CF and SD slots using the on-screen display.

Before proceeding to following steps,

● Make sure that recording media are inserted in

both CF and SD slots.

● Make sure that enough free space is left in the

copy/move destination medium.

1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [MEMORY CARD SETTING] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

4 Select [COPY/MOVE] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [COPY] or [MOVE] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49. COPY: Files are copied to the destination

medium while leaving original files in the source medium. MOVE: Files are moved to the destination medium while deleting original files (except read-only files) in the source medium.

6 Select the direction of copy/move with the

multi-controller (w/e), then move the multi- controller to t. (SD ] CF or CF ] SD)

CAUTION:

Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) during cleanup.

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To copy or move by selecting files

MANAGING FILES

7 Select [FILE] with the multi-controller (w/e),

then press 49.

● The index screen appears.

8 Select a desired file with the multi-controller

(r/t/w/e), then press 49.

● The check mark ( ) appears on the selected file.

● To select other files, repeat this step.

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom

lever and rt. (墌 pg. 28)

9 Press MENU to return to the previous screen. 10 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

11 File transfer starts.

● To stop the file transfer, press 49, then select

[EXECUTE] and press 49.

12 When [COPYING (MOVING)

COMPLETED] appears, press 49 to finish the operation.

To copy or move all still image files in the recording medium

7 Select [ALL] with the multi-controller (w/e). 8 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

● If you want to cancel, select [CANCEL], then

press 49.

Resetting the File

/ /

Number

By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously recorded files.

1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Select [MEMORY CARD SETTING] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

4 Select [NO. RESET] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select the file type (video, still image or voice)

with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

6 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

7 Press 49.

● The new folder (such as [101JVCSO]) will be made and the file number will start again from the new number (such as “PIC_0001.JPG”).

9 File transfer starts.

● To stop the file transfer, press 49, then select [EXECUTE] and press 49.

10 When [COPYING (MOVING)

COMPLETED] appears, press 49 to finish the operation.

Creating Play List

You can create a play list by collecting the desired scenes from the previously recorded video files.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [PLAY LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [EDIT] with the multi-controller (r/t),

then press 49.

6 Select [NEW LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

7 Scroll upward or

downward the thumbnail images of recorded files with the multi-controller (r/t), and select a file to be added to a play list.

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom lever and the multicontroller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22)

8 Press 49. The frame for selecting an

inserting point appears.

9 Scroll upward or

downward the thumbnail of images in a play list with the multi-controller (r/t), and select a position where you want to insert the selected file.

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom lever and the multicontroller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22)

EDIT

Thumbnail images of recorded files

EDIT

Play list

MANAGING FILES

To check the play list by playing back the video

You can check the play list before saving it.

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1 After step 10, select a thumbnail image of

the play list with the multi-controller (e).

2 Select a scene you want to check with the

multi-controller (r/t).

3 Press 49. The playback of the play list starts

from the selected scene.

● The playback stops at the end of the play list automatically.

● To stop playback midway, press 49, then slide the zoom lever towards W.

To check only the scene transition

1 After step 10, select a scene transition with

the multi-controller (e).

● If a scene is selected, move the multi-controller to e once more to select the scene transition bar.

2 Select a scene transition you want to check

with the multi-controller (r/t).

3 Press 49 to start playback of the selected

scene transition.

To delete the added file from the play list

1 After step 10, select a thumbnail image of

the play list with the multi-controller (e).

2 Select the file you want to delete with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press .

NOTES:

● The play list can be created up to 99.

● If you delete the original files, the files also have

been deleted from the play list.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

10 Press 49. The selected file is added to a

play list.

● To add other files, repeat steps 7 to 10.

11 Press MENU. The confirmation screen

appears.

12 Select [SAVE AND QUIT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

● To return to the edit screen, select [CANCEL].

● If you do not want to save the play list, select

[DELETE AND QUIT].

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MANAGING FILES

Playing Back Play List

By playing back the play list, you can view your original video clips. (To create play list,

墌 pg. 43)

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [PLAY LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [PLAY LIST CONTENTS] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49. The table of play lists appears.

6 Select a list you want

to play back with the multi-controller (r/t). (The display format of date and time differs depending on the country where this camera is sold.)

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom

lever and the multi-controller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22)

7 Press 49 to start playback.

● During playback of play list, “P” mark appears on the top left corner of the screen.

● If you slide the zoom lever towards W while playback is paused, the index screen for play list appears. You can see the contents of the play list and select the desired scene. To return to playback screen, slide the zoom lever to T.

● You can use various playback functions during playback. (墌 pg. 23)

8 To stop playback, press 49.

● To return to the normal playback mode, select [ALL SCENES] in step

NOTE:

The on-screen display cannot be turned off during playback of play list.

PLAYLIST CONTENTS

ALL SCENES

01 10.11 2005 11:30

02 15.11 2005 23:00 03 25.11 2005 11:00

Add/Delete Files in Play List

You can edit existing play lists by adding or deleting files.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [PLAY LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [EDIT] with the multi-controller (r/t),

then press 49.

6 Select the play list you want to edit with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

● To add or delete files, follow the steps 7 to 12 in

“Creating Play List” (墌 pg. 43) or delete the added file from the play list” (墌 pg. 43).

1 to 2 in “To

Changing Play List Name

The default name of play list is its creation date and time. You can change the name on the keyboard screen as you like.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [PLAY LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [RENAME] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49. The table of play lists appears.

6 Select a play list whose name you want to

change with the multi-controller (r/t).

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom

lever and the multi-controller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22)

● The thumbnail appears on the upper right side.

7 Press 49. The keyboard screen appears. 8 Select the desired letter with the multi-

controller (r/t/w/e), then press 49.

● Repeat this process to complete the name.

● You can change the character types (capital

letters, small letters or marks) by selecting [A/a/ @].

● To correct a letter, select [}] or []] and press 49 to move the cursor to the letter, then select [CLEAR] and press 49.

9 Select with the multi-controller (r/t/w/e),

then press 49.

● To cancel the setting, select [CANCEL], then press 49.

MANAGING FILES

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Deleting Play List

You can delete unnecessary play lists.

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [PLAY LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

5 Select [DELETE] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press 49. The table of play lists

appears.

6 Select a play list you want to delete with the

multi-controller (r/t).

● The thumbnail appears on the upper right side.

● To delete all play lists at once, select [DELETE

ALL].

7 Press 49. 8 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49. The selected play list is deleted.

● To cancel the setting, select [CANCEL], then

press 49.

● Original files are not deleted even if you delete the play list.

Dubbing Using Play List

Dubbing to an external device using a play list is possible.

1 Connect the camera and your VCR with the

S-Video/Audio/Video cable. (墌 pg. 24)

2 Set the VCR to VIDEO/AUXILIARY input and

engage the recording standby mode.

● For details how to set VIDEO/AUXILARY input refer to VCR instructions.

3 Set the power switch to . 4 Press MODE to select . 5 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 6 Select [PLAY LIST] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

7 Select [PLAY LIST CONTENTS] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then press 49. The table of play lists appears.

8 Select a list you want to dub with the multi-

controller (r/t).

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom lever and the multi-controller (r/t). (墌 pg. 22)

9 Move the multi-controller to e. Screen for

dubbing appears.

10 Select [START PLAYBACK] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49. Playback on the camera starts.

● The black screen is displayed for 5 seconds at the beginning and the end of the play list playback.

● To cancel the setting, select [CANCEL] with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

11 While the black screen is displayed for

5 seconds, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual.)

12 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the

VCR while the black screen is displayed for 5 seconds.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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MANAGING FILES

DPOF Print Setting

This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camera. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or bring a recording medium to photo lab for print.

To print by selecting a still image

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [DPOF] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press 49. The DPOF menu screen appears.

5 Select [SELECT IMAGES] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

6 Select the desired file

with the multi-controller (r/t/w/e), then press

49.

● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom lever and the multicontroller (r/t). (墌 pg. 28)

● If you slide and hold the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen of the still image is displayed.

7 Select the number of

prints (max. 15 prints) with the multi-controller (w/e), then press 49.

● To set print information for other images, repeat steps

6 and 7.

8 Press MENU to finish

the setting.

● To cancel the selection, select the same image in step

DPOF TOTAL: 125 7/59

Number of prints

02 00

To print all still images (One print for each)

1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (墌 “To print

by selecting a still image”)

2 Select [ALL 1] with the multi-controller (r/t),

then press 49.

3 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

4 Press MENU to finish the setting.

To confirm the DPOF setting

1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (墌 “To print

by selecting a still image”)

2 Select [CHECK SETTINGS] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

3 If necessary, change the number of prints for

the desired file by following the steps 6 to 7 in “To print by selecting a still image”.

4 Press MENU to return to the previous menu.

To reset the DPOF setting

1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (墌 “To print

by selecting a still image”)

2 Select [RESET] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press 49.

3 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

4 Press 49 to finish the reset.

NOTE:

The DPOF setting is available up to 999 images.

Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera with the USB cable directly to the printer. DPOF setting can also be used. (墌 pg. 46)

NOTE:

After selecting [DIRECT PRINT] in the menu, connect the USB cable.

To print by selecting a still image

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [DIRECT PRINT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49. A message [PLEASE CONNECT PRINTER] appears.

5 Connect the camera to the printer with the

USB cable.

● After a while, the print menu appears.

6 Select [SELECTED PRINT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

7 Select the desired file with the multi-controller

(w/e), then press 49.

8 Set the number of

prints with the multicontroller (w/e).

● The number of prints can be set from 1 to 99.

9 Select [DATE] with the

multi-controller (r/t), then select [ON] or [OFF] with the multicontroller (w/e).

● Select [ON] to print the date or [OFF] not to print.

NUMBER OF PRINTS

DATE

CANCEL

OFF

MANAGING FILES

To cancel print setting

Select [CANCEL] with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49.

To stop printing after printing starts

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1 Press 49. The confirmation screen appears. 2 Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller

(r/t), then press 49.

To print using the DPOF setting

If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF setting. (墌 pg. 46)

1 Set the power switch to . 2 Press MODE to select . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select [DIRECT PRINT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49. A message [PLEASE CONNECT PRINTER] appears.

5 Connect the camera to the printer with the

USB cable.

● After a while, the print menu appears.

6 Select [DPOF PRINT] with the multi-

controller (r/t), then press 49.

7 Select [PRINT] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press 49. The images are printed.

● To confirm the DPOF setting, select [CHECK

SETTINGS] with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49. After that, press MENU to return to the previous menu.

NOTE:

If the printer is not recognised, or to print again after direct printing with a PictBridge printer, remove the USB cable, select [DIRECT PRINT] in the menu again, and then reconnect the cable.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

10 Select [PRINT] with the multi-controller (r/

t), then press

49. The image is printed.

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MENU SETTINGS

Changing the Menu Settings

You can change the menu settings to customize your camera. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings.

INFO

MODE

Lock Button

Power Switch

1 Select the operation mode.

For Recording Menus:

Set the power switch to .

For Playback Menus:

Set the power switch to .

2 Press MODE to select (video), (still

image) or (voice).

3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Select the desired sub menu and menu item

with the multi-controller (r/t) and 49.

● To return to the normal screen, press MENU.

● To display the operation guide, press INFO when

the menu screen is displayed. (The operation guide is not displayed depending on the type of the menu.) To remove the operation guide, press INFO again.

● Even if the menu item is displayed, some item

cannot be set depending on the selected mode (video/still image/voice, recording/playback). In this case, sub menu cannot be accessed or setting cannot be changed.

Common Menus for All Modes

[ ] = Factory-preset

BASIC SETTING

PRESET

EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-

preset. [CANCEL]: Returns to menu screen without executing reset.

DEMO MODE

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates demonstration mode and shows

various features on the display. Demonstration starts in the following cases:

● When the menu screen is closed after [DEMO MODE] is set to [ON].

● With [DEMO MODE] set to [ON], if there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the power switch is set to .

● Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will resume.

NOTES:

● If a recording medium is in the camera, demonstration will not take place even if it set to [ON].

● [DEMO MODE] remains [ON] even if the camera power is turned off.

OPERATION SOUND

OFF: Turns off operation sound. BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is

turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed.

MENU SETTINGS

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MEMORY CARD SETTING

VIDEO MODE Media selection can

[CF SLOT] / SD SLOT

IMAGE MODE

[CF SLOT] / SD SLOT

VOICE MODE

[CF SLOT] / SD SLOT

FORMAT

[CF SLOT] / SD SLOT

You can format (initialise) a recording medium in the CF or SD slot. (墌 pg. 19)

CLEAN UP

[CF SLOT] / SD SLOT

Writing speed of recording media tends to become slow after long period of repeated use. To regain the speed, execute cleanup periodically. (墌 pg. 41)

COPY/MOVE

COPY / MOVE

You can copy or move still image files between recording media in CF and SD slots. (墌 pg. 41)

NO. RESET

VIDEO / IMAGE / VOICE

By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. (墌 pg. 42)

be set for each recording and playback mode: video ( ), still image ( ) or voice ( ).

CF SLOT: The CF card is selected as a recording medium.

SD SLOT: SD card is selected as a recording medium.

DISPLAY

BRIGHT

When this item is selected, the brightness control indicator appears. Adjust the brightness of the display using the multi-controller (w/e), then press 49.

DATE/TIME

OFF: The date/time does not appear. [AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx.

5 seconds in the following cases.

● When the power switch is set from OFF to

● When playback starts

● When the date is changed during playback

ON: The date/time is always displayed.

NOTES:

● The date/time is always displayed for voice mode and the only date is displayed for the video playback.

● You can set to different setting for each mode (video recording/playback and still image recording/playback).

SCENE COUNTER

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Displays the counter during video mode.

LANGUAGE (except GZ-MC500EK for

U.K. model)

[ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / DEUTSCH / ESPAÑOL / ITALIANO / NEDERLANDS

The language setting can be changed.

墌 pg. 16)

(

CLOCK ADJUST

墌 “Date/Time Settings” (墌 pg. 17)

MENU SETTINGS

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MENU SETTINGS

Video Recording Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset

QUALITY

Select the desired picture quality.

Mode (In order of the quality)

[ULTRA FINE] 720 x 576 8.5 Mbps FINE 720 x 576 5.5 Mbps NORMAL 720 x 576 4.2 Mbps ECONOMY 352 x 288 1.5 Mbps

WIDE MODE

[OFF]: Disables the function. 16:9 WIDE: For playback on TVs with an aspect

ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit the screen without distortion. The indicator appears. When using this mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom of the screen.

NOTES:

● The 16:9 WIDE mode cannot be used when using ECONOMY mode.

● The provided software PowerDVD can automatically play back the image with an aspect ratio of 16:9.

WIND CUT

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Helps cut down on noise created by wind.

The indicator appears.

Size (pixels) Bit rate

NOTES:

● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition. In this case, the indicator blinks or goes out.

● Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on the tripod.

CAMERA SETTING

ZOOM

10X: Only optical zoom is available up to 10X. [40X]: Digital zoom is available up to 40X. 200X: Digital zoom is available up to 200X.

NOTE:

Zooming is possible up to 8X regardless of the ZOOM setting in the still image recording mode.

TELE MACRO

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: You can shoot a subject as large as

possible at a distance of approx. 70 cm. The indicator appears.

Video Playback Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset

PLAY LIST

PLAY LIST CONTENTS / EDIT / RENAME /

DELETE

You can create a play list and view your original video clips. (墌 pg.43–45)

WIPE/FADER

墌 “Wipe or Fader Effects” (墌 pg. 37)

GAIN UP

OFF: The image in the dark will be recorded with

no picture brightness adjustment. [ON]: The image in the dark will be brightened. But the overall appearance may become grainy.

DIS

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Compensates for unstable images caused

by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. The indicator appears.

EFFECT

墌 “Playback Effects” (墌 pg. 37)

PROTECT

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /

CANCEL ALL

You can protect files from accidental erasure. (墌 pg. 39)

DELETE

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL

You can delete unnecessary files. (

墌 pg. 40)

MENU SETTINGS

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Still Image Recording Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset

QUALITY

[FINE] / STANDARD

Select the desired image quality.

IMAGE SIZE

[2560 x 1920] / 2048 x 1536 / 1600 x 1200 /

1280 x 960 / 640 x 480

Select the desired image size.

NOTE:

In 2560 x 1920 mode, the data is converted and stored in its file size.

SELF-TIMER

[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC

By setting the self-timer, a still image is recorded 2 or 10 seconds after pressing recording start/ stop button. The or indicator appears.

GAIN

[AUTO] / 100 / 200 / 400

Select the ISO sensitivity to the desired setting. When set to [AUTO], the sensitivity automatically increases in dark conditions.

NOTE:

The amount of image noise increases as the setting level increases.

PROTECT DELETE

The menu items of PROTECT and DELETE are the same as in the description on page 50.

Voice Recording Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset

QUALITY

Select the desired sound quality.

Mode (In order of the quality)

[ FINE] 48 kHz 1,536 kbps

STANDARD 16 kHz 512 kbps ECONOMY 8 kHz 256 kbps

RECORDING LEVEL

[ HIGH]/ MIDDLE / LOW Select the desired voice recording level.

WIND CUT

The menu item of WIND CUT is the same as in the description on page 50.

Recording mode

Bit rate

Voice Playback Menus

CAMERA SETTING

TELE MACRO

The menu item of TELE MACRO is the same as in the description on page 50.

Still Image Playback Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset

DPOF

墌 “DPOF Print Setting” (墌 pg. 46)

DIRECT PRINT

墌 “Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer”

墌 pg. 47)

(

EFFECT

墌 “Playback Effects” (墌 pg. 37)

[ ] = Factory-preset

PLAYBACK SPEED

Select the desired voice playback speed. [ NORMAL]: Normal speed

FASTPLAY: Playback speed is 20% faster

than normal speed.

SLOWPLAY: Playback speed is 20% slower

than normal speed.

PROTECT DELETE

The menu items of PROTECT and DELETE are the same as in the description on page 50.

MENU SETTINGS

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REFERENCES

Troubleshooting

The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly.

H To solve the problem, follow the Instructions

below at first.

H If the problem is not solved, reset the

camera. (Refer to “To reset the camera” below.)

H If the problem still exists, please consult your

nearest JVC dealer.

8 To reset the camera

A Press the reset hole using a piece of wire or

other such pointed instrument. The power is turned off once and turned on again automatically.

Power

No power is supplied.

● The power is not connected properly.

H Connect the AC adapter securely. (墌 pg. 14)

● The battery pack is not attached firmly.

H Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach

it firmly. (墌 pg. 14)

● The battery is dead.

H Replace the dead battery with a fully charged

one. (墌 pg. 14)

Recording

Recording cannot be performed.

● [MEMORY CARD IS FULL] appears.

H Replace with new recording medium or delete

unnecessary files. (墌 pg. 17, 18, 40)

● Recording medium is not selected properly.

H Select the recording medium. (墌 pg. 19, 48, 49)

● The battery/CF card cover is open.

Close the cover.

When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

● This is not a malfunction.

Reset Hole

B If nothing happens, set the power switch to

OFF and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then put it back again.

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.

● This is not a malfunction.

During recording, the date/time does not appear.

● [DATE/TIME] is set to [OFF].

H Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON]. (墌 pg. 49)

The LCD monitor indications blink.

● Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS and

other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.

Digital zoom does not work.

● [ZOOM] is set to [10X] (optical zoom).

H Set [ZOOM] to [40X] or [200X]. (墌 pg. 50)

● Digital zoom is not available in the still image

recording mode.

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Playback

Playback cannot be performed.

● Recording medium is not selected properly. H Select the recording medium. (墌 pg. 19, 48, 49)

● The battery/CF card cover is open.

Close the cover.

● Playback starts, but there is no picture on the connected TV.

H Set the TV's input mode or channel appropriate

for video playback.

The same image is displayed for a long time during video playback, or motion is choppy. There are periods of silence during voice playback.

● If the surface of the removable hard disk is damaged, it makes difficult to read data and these phenomena will appear. This camera will make all possible efforts to read data, but when such a state continues for some time, and further playback is impossible, it will stop automatically.

Advanced features

The focus does not adjust automatically.

● Focus is set to the manual mode. H Set focus to the automatic mode. (墌 pg. 34)

● The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

H Clean the lens and check the focus again.

(墌 pg. 57)

The colour of the image looks strange.

● The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject.

H Try manual white balance adjustment. (墌 pg. 35)

The recorded image is too dark.

● Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.

H Try backlight compensation (墌 pg. 31) or manual

exposure (墌 pg. 35).

The recorded image is too bright.

● The subject is too bright.

H Try manual exposure. (墌 pg. 35)

White balance setting cannot be activated.

● The sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated.

H Turn off the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone

(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance. (墌 pg. 36)

The black & white fader does not work.

● The sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated.

H Turn off the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone

(MONOTONE) mode. (墌 pg. 37)

The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow.

● When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when [GAIN UP] is set to [ON].

H If you want the lighting to look more natural, set

[GAIN UP] to [OFF]. (墌 pg. 50)

The continuous shooting speed of still images is slow.

● The continuous shooting speed will drop when repeatedly making continuous shots, when using certain recording medium, or under certain recording conditions. (墌 pg. 26)

REFERENCES

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Other problems

The power/charge lamp on the camera does not light during charging.

● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures.

H To protect the battery, it is recommended to

charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C. (墌 pg. 58)

● The battery/CF card cover is open.

H Close the cover. (墌 pg. 14)

The data process is too slow after the power is switched on or the mode is changed.

● There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or more) stored in the recording medium.

H Copy the stored files to a PC, and delete them

from the recording medium.

[SET DATE/TIME!] appears.

● The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is discharged.

● The previously set date/time is erased.

H Connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC

adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock's lithium battery. Then set the date/time. (墌 pg. 17)

Files cannot be deleted.

● Files are protected.

H Remove protection from the files and delete them.

(墌 pg. 39, 50)

Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.

● In places subject to low temperature, images become dark due to the characteristics of the LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction.

H Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD

monitor. (墌 pg. 21, 49)

● When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark.

H Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor.

● The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the picture. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than

99.99 %)

The SD card cannot be removed from the camera.

H Push in the SD card a few more times. (墌 pg. 18)

Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor.

● The LCD monitor's brightness setting is too dark.

H Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

(墌 pg. 49)

When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.

● This is not a malfunction.

H By recording with DIS activated, this can be

avoided. (墌 pg. 50)

Warning Indications

The following indications appear on the screen.

(Battery indicator)

Displays the battery remaining power.

Remaining power level

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THIS CARD IS NOT FOR RECORDING VIDEO

Appears when a recording medium which is not capable of video recording is inserted. Use the guaranteed recording medium to work with this camera. (墌 pg. 62)

Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible with this camera's file format.

ExhaustedHigh

● As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

SET DATE/TIME!

● Appears when the date/time is not set. (墌 pg. 17)

● Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is

discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. (墌 pg. 17)

LENS CAP

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on with the power switch set to , if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.

PLEASE INSERT MEMORY CARD

Appears when no recording medium is inserted in the selected slot. (墌 pg. 17, 18)

THIS CARD IS NOT FORMATTED

Appears when an unformatted recording medium is inserted.

MEMORY CARD IS FULL

Appears when the recording medium is full and recording is not possible.

NO VIDEO FILES STORED!

Appears if there are no video files when you attempt video playback.

NO IMAGE FILES STORED!

Appears if there are no still image files when you attempt still image playback.

NO VOICE FILES STORED!

Appears if there are no voice files when you attempt voice playback.

CLOSE COVER

Appears when the battery/CF card cover or the SD card cover is opened during file copy/move operation. (墌 pg. 41)

NO MEMORY CARD

Appears when recording media are not inserted to both of slots for file copy/move operation. (墌 pg. 41)

NO SUPPORTED FILES

Appears when there is no JPEG (still image) files to be copied or moved in recording media. (墌 pg. 41)

CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH

Appears when you attempt recording when the write protection tab on the SD card is set to the “LOCK” position. (墌 pg. 18)

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NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW

Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for file copy/move operation.

MEMORY CARD ERROR! REINSERT CARD OR CHANGE CARD

Appears when the camera does not recognise the loaded recording medium. Remove the medium once and insert it again or replace with another medium. (墌 pg. 17, 18)

FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE PROBLEM FORMAT IS RECOMMENDED AFTER COPYING WANTED DATA

The file system of the recording medium may have a problem. It is recommended to copy the data for backup, then format the medium. (墌 pg. 19)

VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS BROKEN TO RECORD/PLAYBACK VIDEO, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED

The video management file is broken. Recovery is required to record or play back video files. Select [YES] with the multi-controller (r/t), then press 49 to recover the video management file. If the desired video file is not displayed on the video index screen in spite of the file recovery, the file is moved to the [EXTMOV] folder. Press the recording start/stop button on the index screen to display [MPG], and then select the desired file.

NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MPEG FOLDER

The data cannot be recorded properly, or the video management file is deleted or not found. Video files have been moved to MPEG (EXTMOV) folder. (墌 pg. 20)

PLAY LIST’S MANAGEMENT INFORMATION IS BROKEN REMAKE PLAY LIST AGAIN

The management information of play list is broken. Create the play list again. (墌 pg. 43)

NO REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAY LIST SOME OF SCENES MAY NOT BE PLAYED BACK

The video files registered in the play list do not exist. Some of the scenes may not be played back.

REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAY LIST IS EMPTY THIS PLAY LIST WILL BE DELETED

There is no scenes registered in the play list. The play list will be deleted.

CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS GOING UP TURN CAMERA OFF, PLEASE WAIT

The temperature of the camera is too high. Turn off the power, then wait for a while.

CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS TOO LOW KEEP CAMERA POWER ON, PLEASE WAIT

The temperature of the camera is too low. Keep the power on and wait for a while.

RECORDING FAILURE

● Performance of recording medium is poor. Use

the Cleanup function [CLEAN UP] in the menu. (墌 pg. 41, 49)

● The writing speed of recording medium is slow,

or the recording medium is corrupted. Use the recording medium to which the operation is guaranteed. See page 62 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera.

● The recording medium was subjected to

vibrations or jolts. Be careful not to subject the recording medium to vibrations or jolts.

RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD

The data may not be recorded on the recording medium correctly. Try recording again. Otherwise, clean up the recording medium.

墌 pg. 41, 49)

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MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE PLAYED BACK CORRECTLY

The recording medium cannot be played back correctly. Try playback again.

CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE

The operation is not available in the video mode.

Cleaning the Camera Cautions

REFERENCES

EN 57

Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.

To clean the exterior

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

To clean the LCD monitor

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.

To clean the lens

Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

NOTES:

● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as

benzine or alcohol.

● Cleaning should be done only after the battery

pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth

refer to the cautions of each product.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:

● To avoid hazards

... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When

transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.

... do not modify or disassemble. ... do not expose the battery to temperatures

exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.

... use only specified chargers.

Terminals

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58 EN

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● To prevent damage and prolong service life

... do not subject to unnecessary shock. ... charge in an environment where temperatures are

within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery — cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life.

... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery

every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time.

... remove from charger or powered unit when not in

use, as some machines use current even when switched off.

NOTES:

● It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camera. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.

Temperature range specifications

Charging: 10°C to 35°C Operation: 0°C to 40°C Storage: –20°C to 50°C

● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

Recording Medium

● Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data.

• Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or

subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.

• Do not splash the recording medium with water.

• Do not use, replace, or store the recording

medium in locations that are exposed to strong static electricity or electrical noise.

• Do not turn off the camera power or remove the

battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback, or when otherwise accessing the recording medium.

• Do not bring the recording medium near objects

that have a strong magnetic field or that emit strong electromagnetic waves.

• Do not store the recording medium in locations

with high temperature or high humidity.

• Do not touch the metal parts.

● Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to DVD or other media for storage.)

● A malfunction may cause the recording medium to fail to operate properly. JVC shall not provide any compensation for any lost contents.

LCD Monitor

● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT

...push it strongly or apply any shocks. ...place the camera with LCD monitor on the

bottom.

● To prolong service life

...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

● Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions.

... While using the camera, the surface around the

LCD monitor may heat up.

... If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

REFERENCES

EN 59

Main Unit

● For safety, DO NOT

... open the camera’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.

... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power

supply while the power is on.

... leave the battery pack attached when the camera

is not in use.

● Avoid using the unit

... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. ... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a

cooking stove. ... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. ... near a television set. ... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.). ... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or

extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

● DO NOT leave the unit

... in places of over 50°C. ... in places where humidity is extremely low (below

35%) or extremely high (above 80%). ... in direct sunlight. ... in a closed car in summer. ... near a heater.

● To protect the unit, DO NOT

... allow it to become wet. ... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. ... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation. ... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects

for long periods. ... expose the lens to direct sunlight. ... swing it excessively when using the hand strap. ... swing the soft camera case excessively when the

camera is inside it.

How to Handle a CD-ROM

● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole.

● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray.

● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.

● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. When requesting repairs for malfunctioning by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the removable hard disk. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

REFERENCES

60 EN

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Specifications

Camera

For general

Power supply

DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption

Approx. 5.5 W Approx. 8.0 W (Maximum; when charging a battery)

Dimensions (W x H x D)

80 mm x 55 mm x 118 mm (incl. lens hood)

Weight

Approx. 330 g (without battery, removable hard disk, lens hood, lens cap and strap) Approx. 400 g (incl. battery, removable hard disk, lens hood, lens cap and strap)

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C

Operating humidity

35% to 80%

Storage temperature

–20°C to 50°C

Pickup

1/4.5" (1,330,000 pixels) CCD x 3 (3 CCD)

Lens

Video: F 1.8 to 2.4, f = 3.2 mm to 32 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens Still: F 1.9 to 2.4, f = 4.0 mm to 32 mm, 8:1 power zoom lens

Filter diameter

ø37 mm (Detach the lens hood when using an optional conversion lens or lens filter. 墌 pg. 8)

LCD monitor

1.8" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system

Speaker

Monaural

Flash

Within 2 m (recommended shooting distance)

For video/audio

Format

SD-VIDEO

Recording/Playback format

Video: MPEG-2 Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)

Signal format

PAL standard

Recording mode (video)

ULTRA FINE: 720 x 576 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (CBR) FINE: 720 x 576 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (CBR) NORMAL: 720 x 576 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR) ECONOMY: 352 x 288 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)

Recording mode (audio)

ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps

For still image

Format

JPEG

Image size

5 modes (2560 x 1920 / 2048 x 1536 / 1600 x 1200 / 1280 x 960 / 640 x 480)

Picture quality

2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

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EN 61

For voice

Format

Linear PCM

Recording mode

FINE: 48 kHz, 1,536 kbps, 16 bit, stereo STANDARD: 16 kHz, 512 kbps, 16 bit, stereo ECONOMY: 8 kHz, 256 kbps, 16 bit, stereo

For connectors

S-Video output: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo

Headphone output

ø2.5 mm, stereo

USB

Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0 compliant

AC Adapter

Power requirement

AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output

DC 11 V , 1 A

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

REFERENCES

62 EN

REFERENCES

Recording Time and Number of Images

The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images.

● The number increases or decreases

depending on the conditions such as image size and/or picture quality. The first column in the table indicates the conditions.

● The provided 4 GB removable hard disk is

indicated with * mark.

8 Compatible recording media

The following recording media have been guaranteed to work with this camera. Others are not guaranteed to work, so buy such products with caution.

Removable hard disks: Microdrive® from Hitachi, JVC Microdrive® (CU-MD04) CompactFlash cards: By LEXAR, SanDisk and

Hagiwara Sys-Com SD memory cards: By Panasonic, TOSHIBA, pqi (still image only) and SanDisk

● If other media are used, they may fail to record

data correctly, or they may lose data that has already been recorded.

● Microdrive

● MultiMediaCards are not supported.

● For video recording, use a removable hard

disk, high-speed CompactFlash card (at least 40x speed) or SD memory card (at least 10 MB/s).

of 1 GB or less are not supported.

: Approximate recording time (for video)

(The numbers indicate “minutes”.)

● Removable hard disk

Quality 2 GB 4 GB* 6 GB

ULTRA FINE 30 60 90

FINE 45 90 135

NORMAL 60 120 180

ECONOMY 150 300 450

● SD card/CompactFlash card

Quality

ULTRA FINE 2 4 8 16

FINE 3 6 12 24

NORMAL 4 7 15 31

ECONOMY10214386

128 MB

256 MB

512 MB

1 GB

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EN 63

: Approximate number of storable images

(for still image)

● Removable hard disk

Image size/

quality

640 x 480/ FINE

640 x 480/ STANDARD

1280 x 960/ FINE

1280 x 960/ STANDARD

1600 x 1200/ FINE

1600 x 1200/ STANDARD

2048 x 1536/ FINE

2048 x 1536/ STANDARD

2560 x 1920/ FINE

2560 x 1920/ STANDARD

● SD card

Image size/

quality

640 x 480/ FINE

640 x 480/ STANDARD

1280 x 960/ FINE

1280 x 960/ STANDARD

1600 x 1200/ FINE

1600 x 1200/ STANDARD

2048 x 1536/ FINE

2048 x 1536/ STANDARD

2560 x 1920/ FINE

2560 x 1920/ STANDARD

2 GB 4 GB* 6 GB

9999 9999 9999

3285 6575 9865

5675 9999 9999

2230 4460 6690

3670 7345 9999

1385 2775 4160

2150 4305 6460

900 1805 2715

1415 2835 4255

128 MB256 MB512

780 1555 3140 6040

1115 2225 4490 8635

210 420 845 1630

350 705 1425 2745

140 280 570 1095

225 455 920 1775

85 170 350 675

135 270 550 1055

55 110 225 435

85 175 355 685

1 GB

● CompactFlash card

Image size/

quality

640 x 480/ FINE

640 x 480/ STANDARD

1280 x 960/ FINE

1280 x 960/ STANDARD

1600 x 1200/ FINE

1600 x 1200/ STANDARD

2048 x 1536/ FINE

2048 x 1536/ STANDARD

2560 x 1920/ FINE

2560 x 1920/ STANDARD

128 MB256 MB512

705 1420 2840 5680

1115 2235 4465 8930

210 420 840 1685

350 710 1420 2840

135 275 555 1115

225 455 915 1835

85 175 350 700

135 270 545 1095

55 110 225 450

85 175 350 705

1 GB

: Approximate recording time (for voice)

(The numbers indicate “minutes”.)

● Removable hard disk

Quality 4 GB*

FINE 350

STANDARD 1060

ECONOMY 2130

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TERMS

AC Adapter ................................................. 14, 15

Aperture-Priority ................................................ 32

Backlight Compensation ..................................... 31

Battery Pack ..................................................... 14

Bracket Shooting ............................................... 33

Brightness Control ............................................. 49

CF Card ........................................................... 17

Changing The Menu Settings ...................... 48 – 51

Charging The Battery Pack ................................. 14

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium .................. 41, 49

Connection to a TV or VCR ................................. 24

Continuous Shooting .......................................... 26

Copying/Moving Still Image Files .................... 41, 49

Date/Time Settings ............................................ 17

Deleting Files .................................................... 40

Demonstration Mode .......................................... 48

Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ............................... 50

Direct Printing ................................................... 47

DPOF Print Setting (Digital Print Order Format) ...... 46

Dubbing ..................................................... 24, 45

Effect ......................................................... 36, 37

Manual Exposure .............................................. 35

Manual Focus ................................................... 33

Mode Lamp ...................................................... 16

MSET Menu ..................................................... 34

Operation Sound ............................................... 48

Picture Quality ............................................ 50, 51

Play List ............................................. 43 – 45, 50

Playback Speed ................................................ 51

Portrait ............................................................. 31

Protecting Files ........................................... 39, 50

Recording Level ................................................ 51

Recording Mode Dial ............................ 16, 31 – 32

Resetting The File Number ............................ 42, 49

SD Memory Card ............................................... 18

Self-Timer ........................................................ 51

Shutter-Priority .................................................. 32

Slide Show ....................................................... 27

Slow Motion Playback ........................................ 23

Sound Quality ................................................... 51

Speaker Volume .......................................... 22, 30

Spot Exposure Control ....................................... 31

File Information ................................................. 38

Flash ............................................................... 26

Formatting a Recording Medium .................... 19, 49

Gain Up ........................................................... 50

Histogram ......................................................... 38

Image Rotation .................................................. 28

Image Size ....................................................... 51

Index Screen .............................................. 22, 27

Language Setting ........................................ 16, 49

LCD Monitor ................................... 12, 29, 30, 58

Tally Lamp ....................................................... 20

Tele Macro ................................................. 50, 51

Troubleshooting ................................................ 52

Warning Indications ........................................... 55

White Balance ................................................... 35

Wide Mode ....................................................... 50

Wind Cut .......................................................... 50

Wipe or Fader Effects ......................................... 37

Zooming ................................... 21, 23, 25, 28, 50

Printed in Japan

0405HOH-AL-VP

ENGLISH

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE

LYT1466-001A

Contents

JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT .... 2

Notice for Users ............................................... 6

System Requirements ..................................... 7

Software Installation ........................................ 9

Connections ................................................... 11

Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium ........12

Copying Files to the PC ................................. 14

Playing Back Files on the PC ........................ 14

Disconnecting the USB cable ........................ 15

User’s Guide/Help/Readme ........................... 17

Subsidiary Information ................................... 18

Creating DVDs ........................................... 18

How To Create DVDs simply ..................... 21

JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT

IMPORTANT

TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC.

The right to use the Program is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following.

Should You not agree to the terms hereof, You may not install or use the Program. HOWEVER, INSTALLING OR USING THE PROGRAM INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP

You acknowledge that all copyrights and other intellectual property rights in the Program are owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is protected under the copyright law of Japan and other countries, and related Conventions.

2 GRANT OF LICENSE

(1) Subject to the conditions of this

Agreement, JVC grants to You a nonexclusive right to use the Program. You may install and use the Program on a HDD or other storage devices incorporated in Your PC.

(2) You may make one (1) copy of the

Program solely for your personal backup or archival purposes.

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3 RESTRICTION ON THE PROGRAM

(1) You may not reverse engineer, decompile,

disassemble, revise or modify the Program, except to the extent that expressly permitted by applicable law.

(2) You may not copy or use the Program, in

whole or in part, other than as expressly specified in this Agreement.

(3) You have no right to grant a license to use

the Program, and may not distribute, rent, lease or transfer the Program to any third party or otherwise let them use the Program.

4 LIMITED WARRANTY

JVC warrants that any media in which the Program is embodied are free from any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of Your purchasing any our products accompanying the Program. JVC’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy in connection with the Program shall be replacement of such defective media. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, JVC AND ITS LICENSORS DISCLAIM ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN REGARD TO THE PROGRAM AND THE ACCOMPANYING PRINTED MATERIALS. SHOULD THERE BE ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED BY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLE ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST AND EXPENSE.

5 LIMITED LIABILITY

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL JVC AND ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOU WILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS JVC FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY OR COST ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED TO CLAIMS FROM ANY THIRD PARTY RELATING TO THE USE OF THE PROGRAM.

6 TERM

This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You must immediately destroy the Program stored in Your machine (including the erasing from any memory in Your PC), and no longer own such Program.

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7 EXPORT CONTROL

You agree that You will not ship, transfer or export the Program or underlying information and technology to any countries to which Japan and other relevant countries have initiated an embargo on such goods.

8 U.S. GOVERNMENT USER

If You are an agency of the United States of America (the “Government”), You acknowledge JVC’s representation that the Program is a “Commercial Item” as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part

2.101 (g) consisting unpublished “Commercial Computer Software” as those items are used at FAR part 12.212 and is only licensed to You with the same use rights JVC grants all commercial end users pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.

9 GENERAL

(1) No modification, change, addition, deletion

or other alternation of or to this Agreement will be valid unless reduced to writing and signed by an authorized representative of JVC.

(2) If any part of this Agreement is held invalid

by or in conflict with any law having jurisdiction over this Agreement, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

(3) This Agreement shall be governed by and

interpreted under the laws of Japan. The Tokyo District Court has jurisdiction over all disputes which may arise with respect to the execution, interpretation and performance of this Agreement.

Victor Company of Japan, Limited

NOTE:

If You acquired the Program in Germany, the provisions of Sections 4 (Limited Warranty) and 5 (Limited Liability) provided above will be replaced with those of the German version of this Agreement.

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CAUTION:

● Operate this equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual.

● Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any other CD-ROM to run this software.

● Do not attempt to modify this software.

● Changes or modifications not approved by JVC

could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

How to handle a CD-ROM

● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray.

● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.

● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our world wide web server at http://www.jvcvictor.co.jp/english/global-e.html

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Notice for Users

Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.

JVC

When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready.

Product Name

Model

Problem

Error Message

Manufacturer

Model □ Desktop □ Laptop

CPU

Memory MB

Available Hard Disk Space MB

Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.

JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.

CyberLink

For details of CyberLink’s technical support service, refer to the “Readme” of each software or the following list. To access “Readme”, refer to “User’s Guide/Help/Readme” ( pg. 17).

Region

Europe 1

Europe 2

US/Canada

Asia &

Pacific 1

Asia &

Pacific 2

Asia &

Pacific 3

Location

Germany

(aixTeMa)

Europe area

other than

Germany

South Korea

Ta iw a n

Australia & New

Zealand

(Manacom)

Phone#

Fax #

+49-700-462-92375 +49-241-70525-25

+1-510-668-0118

+82-31-716-8386 +82-31-718-5173 +886-2-8667-1298 support.cyberlink.com.tw +886-2-8667-1300 support.gocyberlink.com +61-7-3870-4900

+61-7-3870-9440

support.gocyberlink.com

support.gocyberlink.com English

www.gocyberlink.co.kr Korean

support.gocyberlink.com English

Web Language

German / French /

English

Mandarin / English

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System Requirements

8 Digital Photo Navigator

The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camera to a PC and to use Digital Photo Navigator.

OS :Windows® Millennium Edition [Me] (pre-installed),

Windows® 2000 Professional [2000] (pre-installed), Windows® XP Home Edition [XP] (pre-installed), or Windows® XP Professional [XP] (pre-installed)

CPU : Intel® MMXTM Pentium®, at least 200 MHz

RAM : At least 64 MB

Free hard disk space : At least 40 MB for installation, at least 500 MB recommended

Connector : USB 1.1/2.0 connector

Display : Must be capable of displaying 800 x 600 dots with 16-bit color

Miscellaneous : Internet Explorer 5.5 or later

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8 CyberLink DVD Solution

The following requirements must be satisfied to use CyberLink DVD Solution.

OS :Windows® Millennium Edition [Me] (pre-installed),

Windows® 2000 Professional [2000] (pre-installed), Windows® XP Home Edition [XP] (pre-installed), or Windows® XP Professional [XP] (pre-installed)

CPU : Intel® Pentium® III, at least 700 MHz

(Intel® Pentium® 4, at least 2 GHz recommended)

RAM : At least 128 MB (at least 256 MB recommended)

Free hard disk space : At least 350 MB for installation

For creating DVD Video, at least 10 GB recommended For creating VCD, at least 1 GB recommended

Connector : USB1.1/2.0 connector

Display : Must be capable of displaying 1024 x 600 dots

Miscellaneous : Internet Explorer 5.5 or later

DirectX 9.0 or later

Supported media : DVD-Video: DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW

DVD-VR: DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM VideoCD: CD-R/RW For the compatible DVD/CD burners, refer to CyberLink web site: http://www.gocyberlink.com/english/products/powerproducer/ 2_gold/comp_dvd_drives.jsp

● DirectX is necessary so that CyberLink DVD Solution works properly and it is automatically installed during CyberLink DVD Solution installation.

● The system requirements information above is not a guarantee that the provided software will work on all personal computers meeting those requirements.

● Windows® is either registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

● Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Software Installation

Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [SETUP] screen in step 2, you can install the following drivers or software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.)

Digital Photo Navigator 1.0

This application is used to organize still images and convert them into a variety of formats.

CyberLink DVD Solution

PowerProducer 2 Gold NE

PowerProducer 2 Gold NE is software for creating movie discs incorporating not only video but also slideshows. This software uses a simple wizard format for creating a wide range of different format discs. You can also edit imported video. You can import video from the camera, edit it, and then create a slideshow from still images. You can create a customized menu for the video or slideshow and write the contents to DVD or other media.

PowerDirector Express NE

PowerDirector Express NE is software for easily editing MPEG, AVI, and other video files, still images, and other contents for creating a movie. This software has an interface that allows editing in either timeline or storyboard mode, maintains superior image quality, uses SVRT for high-speed rendering, and has a host of other advanced video editing features.

1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.

After a moment, the [SETUP] screen appears.

● From the [SETUP] screen, you can install the desired software.

● If the [SETUP] screen does not appear, doubleclick the CD-ROM icon in the [My Computer] window.

2 Click [Install] on the right side of the

desired software and follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation.

The installation of the selected software starts. The procedure differs depending on the software.

Following steps are the example of CyberLink DVD Solution.

3 Click [Install] on the right side of

[CyberLink DVD Solution] on the [SETUP] screen.

[Choose Setup Language] screen appears.

4 Select the desired language and click [OK].

PowerDVD 5 NE

PowerDVD 5 NE is software for playing back DVD-Video and video files.

The [CyberLink DVD Solution Setup] screen in step 5 appears.

● If [Information] screen for Windows Messenger appears, see NOTES: on pg. 11.

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5 Click [Next].

8 Click [Next].

[License Agreement] screen appears.

6 Click [Yes].

[Customer Information] screen appears.

7 Confirm your information and click [Next].

● It is possible to change the information.

[Setup Type] screen appears.

9 Select the program(s) you want to install,

then click [Next].

[Setup Status] screen appears. Wait for a moment until the installation is finished and [Setup Complete] screen appears.

10 Click [Finish] then restart the PC.

[Choose Destination Location] screen appears.

–10–

Install all of the desired software in the same way.

To display [SETUP] screen, double-click the CDROM icon in the [My Computer] window.

Connections

Connecting the USB cable

NOTES:

● Even if PowerDirector/PowerProducer/PowerDVD have already been installed on the PC: Video files captured with this camera can only be handled on the provided software. Please install and use the provided software (PowerDirector Express NE, PowerProducer 2 Gold NE, PowerDVD 5 NE). If PowerDirector/ PowerProducer/PowerDVD have already been installed, uninstall them before installing the provided software.

● If you perform installation of a software that is already installed, uninstallation will start. In this case, perform the installation again after uninstallation is finished.

● Windows Messenger has to been closed during CyberLink DVD Solution installation. If it is running during installation, [Information] screen appears.

To close Windows Messenger:

1) While holding [Ctrl + Alt] key, click [Delete] key

so that [Task Manager] appears.

2) Click [Processes] tab.

3) Select [msmsgs.exe].

4) Click [End process].

Connect the USB cable to copy still image, video files and voice files in a recording medium to the PC.

To USB connector

Camera

USB cable

To USB connector

1 To assure safety, make sure all units are

turned off before making any connections.

2 Use the USB cable to connect the camera

to the PC.

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

● When the USB cable is connected, turning on or off the camera causes malfunctions of the PC.

● If you connect the camera to the PC through a USB hub, compatibility issues between the hub and the PC may result in instability in the operation of the PC. If this happens, connect the camera directly to the PC, not through the hub.

● Do not use an extension USB cable.

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Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium

1 Make sure that there is a recording

medium in the camera.

2 Set the camera's power switch to the

playback mode while pressing down the lock button located on the switch.

The camera turns on.

3 Connect the camera to the PC with a USB

cable. ( pg. 11)

On the camera’s LCD monitor [USB] appears.

4 When using Windows

The [Removable Disk] window appears on the PC’s screen after a moment. Select [Open folders to view files using Windows Explorer] and click [OK].

XP:

When using Windows® Me/2000:

1 Double-click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop. The [Removable Disk] icon which represents the recording medium in the camera appears in the [My Computer] window.

2 Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon.

5 The folders in the recording medium

appear.

Different file types are stored in different folders.

NOTE:

If the [Removable Disk] window does not appear, confirm the connection ( pg. 11) or perform the steps 1 and 2 ( pg. 12).

Still images

Voi c e f ile s

Video files

DPOF setting data

–12–

Folder structure within the recording medium Video files: Stored in the [PRGxxx] folder (where

xxx is a number), within the [SD_VIDEO] folder. Still image files: Stored in the [xxxJVCSO] folder (where xxx is a number), within the [DCIM] folder. Voice files: Stored in the [xxxJVCMC] folder (where xxx is a number), within the [DCVC] folder.

Recording medium

]

MICD

[

]CVCD[

]VOMTXE[

]OEDIV_DS[

RP[

[

MOV_0001.MOD MOV_0002.MOD

OSCVJ001[

]

OSCVJ101[

] ]OSCVJ201[

]CMCVJ001[ ]CMCVJ101[ ]CMCVJ201[

…………

]OFNI_RGM[

]10

…

.100

]IGP

]

DOM.10

]IOM.100VOM[

0VO

]20 ]300GRP

NOTES:

● Any folders or files other than those described above are recorded in the recording medium.

● Saving the wrong kinds of files in a recording medium or deleting files or folders from a recording medium can cause problems with the operation of the camera. When it is necessary to delete a file from a recording medium, delete it through the camera. Also, do not move or rename folders and files within the medium on PC.

● Never disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks.

● If you are using a brand new recording medium, you need to format the recording medium with the camera first. You may not be able to copy files from the recording medium to the PC without doing so.

● The file extension may not appear depending on the [FOLDER] option setting of Windows

How to play back video files from the [EXTMOV] folder on the camera

On the index display of video files, press the recording start/stop button to display "MPG" on the screen. After that, follow the usual operation for playback. However, the forward/reverse skip search, frame-by-frame playback and playlist functions are not available.

[DCIM]: Contains folders with still images (JPEG)

(extension “.jpg”)

[DCVC]: Contains folders with voice (WAVE) files

(extension “.wav”)

[SD_VIDEO]: Contains folders with video

(MPEG2) files (extension “.mod”)

[EXTMOV]: Contains video (MPEG2) files which

are not recorded or saved properly. (extension “.mod”)

[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF setting data

A Still image file folder B Voice file folder

C Management information for the media as a

whole

D Management information E Video file F Management information for the video file G Video file produced on a PC

* Management information: Information such as the

date and time of recording, recorded with the video file.

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Copying Files to the PC

Still image, video files and voice files that are stored in a recording medium can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC.

1 Perform the procedure in “Viewing the

Contents of a Recording Medium” ( pg. 12).

The folders in the recording medium appear.

NOTES:

● Never disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks.

● File transfer takes considerable time in PCs using USB 1.1. Usage of a PC that supports USB 2.0 is recommended.

Playing Back Files on the PC

2 Create a new folder, enter the folder name,

and then double-click it.

For example, create a new folder in the [My Pictures] folder.

3 Select the folder to be copied, and then

drag and drop that folder in the destination folder.

Still images

Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, double-click the still image file (extension “.jpg”).

Video files

Use the PowerDVD 5 NE. You can install this software from the provided CD-ROM. For more details of PowerDVD 5 NE, refer to the User’s Guide. ( pg. 17)

Voice files

Use the Windows MediaTM Player (version 6.4 or later). You can download the Windows MediaTM Player from the Microsoft web site at:

http://www.microsoft.com/

NOTE:

When playing back a file in the recording medium on your PC, copy the file to your PC, and then play it back. If video file is played back directly from recording medium (i.e. the camera is connected through USB to your PC), it may be not played back properly due to the inadequate processing speeds or other problems.

To copy still images: Copy the folder within the [DCIM] folder. To copy video files: Copy the folder within the [SD_VIDEO] folder. To copy voice files: Copy the folder within the [DCVC] folder.

● The ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks, and the folder is copied from the recording medium to the PC.

–14–

Disconnecting the USB cable

Before loading or unloading recording mediums or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camera.

1 Confirm that the ACCESS lamp on the

camera does not light or blink.

● If the ACCESS lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.

2 Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware]

or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar.

The [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] dialog box appears. Windows® XP: If not, wait a while then go to step 5.

3 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or [USB

Disk], and then click [Stop].

● Windows® 2000/XP

● Windows

The [Stop a Hardware device] dialog box appears.

4 Click [OK].

Windows® 2000/Me: If a message indicating that the device can be safely removed appears, click [OK] and then click [Close].

● Windows® 2000/XP

* The model name depends on the connected

camera.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

–15–

● Windows

* The model name depends on the connected

camera.

5 Disconnect the USB cable. 6 Set the camera’s power switch to off.

The camera turns off.

–16–

User’s Guide/Help/Readme

This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection. For more details of each software, refer to its user’s guide/help/Readme.

8 CyberLink DVD Solution

Following steps are the example of CyberLink PowerDirector Express NE.

1 Click [Start], go to [All Programs] or

[Programs]– [CyberLink PowerDirector Express], and then click User’s Guide/Help/ Readme depending on your preference.

INFORMATION

The programs in CyberLink DVD Solution are versions with limited functionality. The User's Guide and Help files are written for the commercial version available in stores. For information about the differences with the commercial version, see the Readme file or the following web site: http://www2.cli.co.jp/ products/ne/ for the respective program.

8 Digital Photo Navigator

The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [My Computer], then click [Open]. Double-click the [Docs] folder, then double-click the [PhotoNavi] folder. Open the "Start.pdf" file and click the button of the desired language. Note that Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read PDF files.

● Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from Adobe’s web site: http://www.adobe.com/

–17–

Subsidiary Information

Creating DVDs

(Main unit) Digital Media Camera

Video (recording media)

USB transfer

DVD

Edit video

PowerDirector Express NE

Create DVD

PowerProducer 2 Gold NE

View

PowerDVD 5 N E

Create DVD simply

Select [Produce a Disc] *1, 2

Create DVD *3

View DVD

Create DVD with plural files and/or title

Select [Produce a Disc] *1, 2

Create DVD *3, 4, 5

View DVD

player

*[Create a File (GZ_MC Series)] is not available with this camera.

–18–

*1 *2

*1, 2

A brief procedure is presented below for using CyberLink DVD Solution to edit video files that were shot with the camera and create a DVDVideo.

(1) Copy the video files on the media to the PC. (2) Start PowerDirector Express NE. (3) Import the copied video files in the

PowerDirector Express NE library.

(4) Drag and drop the videos from the library to

the timeline/storyboard in the playback order.

(5) If necessary, edit the videos on the timeline/

storyboard.

(6) Click [Produce] on the main panel to open the

[Produce] screen.

(7) Select [Produce a Disc], and then click [Next]. (8) Select [DVD Format] and insert a check mark

for [After production, make disc in PowerProducer], then click [Next]. *1,2 ( pg. 20)

(9) Click [Start] to create the file. (10)After the completeion of video file creation,

PowerProducer 2 Gold NE starts automatically.

(1) Load a blank DVD media into the recordable

DVD drive. *3 ( pg. 20)

(2) Click []] in the [Import/Capture Content]

screen of PowerProducer 2 Gold NE.

(3) Remove the check mark for [Include Menu] in

the [Preview] screen, and then click []].

(4) Insert a check mark for [Burn to disc] in the

[Final Output] screen, and then click [ ] to create the DVD-Video.

(1) Copy the video files on the media to the PC. (2) Start PowerDirector Express NE. (3) Import the copied video files in the

PowerDirector Express NE library.

(4) Drag and drop the video files that you want to

edit from the library to the timeline/ storyboard.

(5) Edit the videos on the timeline/storyboard. (6) Click [Produce] on the main panel to move to

the [Produce] screen.

(7) Click the [Produce a Disc] and then click

[Next].

(8) Select [DVD Format] and click [Next]. *1, 2

( pg. 20)

(9) Clicking [Start] starts creation of the video

file. After the completion of video creation, click [Home].

(10)If there are other video files to edit, repeat

steps (3) to (9).

(1) Load a blank DVD media into the recordable

DVD drive. *3 ( pg. 20)

(2) Start PowerProducer 2 Gold NE. (3) Click [Produce Movie Disc]. (4) Select [DVD] in the [Select Your Disc] screen

to select the [Video quality], and then click []]. *4 ( pg. 20)

(5) Click [Video files] in the [Import/Capture

Content] screen.

(6) Select the video file that you want to make

into a DVD from the [Open] dialog box, and then click [Open].

(7) Place the imported thumbnails into the

desired playback order on the storyboard, and then click []].

(8) In the [Preview] screen, insert a check mark

for [Include Menu], and then click []] on the screen. *5 ( pg. 20)

(9) Insert a check mark for [Burn to disc] in the

[Final Output] screen, and then click [ ] to create the DVD-Video.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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The video MOD file of the camera can be viewed using one of the methods below. (1) Drag and drop the MOD file to the

PowerDVD 5 NE icon.

(2) Start PowerDVD 5 NE, and then drag and

drop the MOD file to the screen window.

(3) Start PowerDVD 5 NE, and then click [ ]

on the operation panel, select [Open media files] from the pull-down menu, and then add the MOD file that you want to play to the play list for playback.

NOTES:

*1 If the video is [ULTRA FINE], [FINE], or

[NORMAL], select [High Quality NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. If the video is [ECONOMY], select [Long Play NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. Encoding is not performed on unedited video, and high-speed processing is performed at the original image quality.

*2 Insert a check mark for [Use SVRT to save

rendering time]. The minimum required encoding is performed, and high-speed processing is performed while keeping the original image quality.

*3 Before using PowerProducer 2 Gold NE, be sure

to load a blank DVD media into the recordable DVD drive. Processing will stop if no blank DVD media is loaded.

*4 The correlation between the modes in [QUALITY]

of camera setting and PowerProducer 2 Gold NE is shown below. Usage in the mode corresponding to the video is recommended if possible.

[QUALITY] of camera setting

ULTRA FINE HQ

FINE XP

NORMAL SP

ECONOMY EP

*5 To modify the menu, click [Customize Menu] of

[Actions].

PowerProducer 2 Gold NE

–20–

How To Create DVDs simply

1 Connect the camera to the PC with the

USB cable, or remove the removable hard disk from the camera and connect it to the PC using the card reader. Copy the video file folder (ex. “PRG001”) in the recording medium to the PC.

"SD_VIDEO" folder

3 Drag and drop the videos from the library

to the timeline/storyboard in the playback order.

If necessary, edit transition or title on the timeline/ storyboard. Click [Produce] button after finish editing.

(Example of transition)

“PRG001” folder

2 Start PowerDirector Express NE and click

[Load a media folder] of the import button, then select the folder copied to PC in step 1 to register it to the library.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

–21–

4 Select [Produce a Disc], and then click

[Next].

5 Select [DVD Format] and click [Next].

● If the video is [ULTRA FINE], [FINE], or [NORMAL], select [High Quality NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. If the video is [ECONOMY], select [Long Play NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. Encoding is not performed on unedited video, and high-speed processing is performed at the original image quality.

● Insert a check mark for [Use SVRT to save rendering time]. The minimum required encoding is performed, and high-speed processing is performed while keeping the original image quality. Insert a check mark for [After production, make disc in PowerProducer].

6 Click [Start] to create the file. After the

completeion of video file creation, PowerProducer 2 Gold NE starts automatically.

7 Load a blank DVD media into the

recordable DVD drive.

8 Click []] in the [Import/Capture Content]

screen of PowerProducer 2 Gold NE.

–22–

9 Remove the check mark for [Include Menu]

in the [Preview] screen, and then click []].

10 Insert a check mark for [Burn to disc] in

the [Final Output] screen, and then click [Burn] to create the DVD-Video.

For “Create DVD with plural files and/or title”, refer to “Creating DVDs”. ( pg. 18) For more details for creating a DVDs, refer to the user’s guide of PowerDirector and PowerProducer installed on the PC. ( pg. 17)

–23–

AND USB CONNECTION

GUIDE

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

M5S7(E)

Printed in Japan 0405HOH-AL-VP

Read this first!

– How to handle the Digital Media Camera –

ENGLISH

Please read this together with the instruction manual before using the camera.

8 Make a backup of important recorded data

8 Make a trial run before recording important data

Play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly.

8 Check the compatible recording media

The following recording media have been guaranteed to work with this camera. Others are not guaranteed to work, so buy such products with caution. Removable hard disks: Microdrive

from Hitachi, JVC Microdrive®

(CU-MD04)

CompactFlash cards: By LEXAR, SanDisk and Hagiwara Sys-com SD memory cards: By Panasonic, TOSHIBA, pqi (still image only)

and SanDisk

● If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or

they may lose data that has already been recorded.

● Microdrive

● MultiMediaCards are not supported.

● For video recording, use a removable hard disk, high-speed

of 1GB or below are not supported.

CompactFlash card (at least 40x speed) or SD memory card (at least 10 MB/s).

8 Format recording medium before using

Before using this camera, use the Format function [FORMAT] in the menu to format the provided removable hard disk. Also, be sure to format newly-purchased CF cards (removable hard disk/ CompactFlash card) and SD cards with this camera before using them. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium.

8 Take care to hold the camera correctly during

recording

Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo microphone and camera sensor with your finger or any object while recording. Refer to “Index” of the instruction manual.

8 When a certain length of time passes without

operation

● When using the battery, the power is turned off automatically to

conserve power. Use the power switch to turn on the power again.

● When using the AC adapter, the access lamp lights up, and the

LCD turns off (the camera enters the sleep mode). Operation is restored once any operation is made.

8 When this camera is connected to PC with the USB

cable

● The recording media become read-only.

● It is not possible to delete or move files contained in the recording

medium, format the recording medium and perform check disks (error checks). To perform such operations, use a commercially available CF/SD Card Reader/Writer (CF+ Type II compatible).

● To maintain high performance of a recording medium, it is

recommended to perform check disks (error checks) using PC on a regular basis. Use a commercially available CF/SD Card Reader/Writer (CF+ Type II compatible) to connect to PC, and then perform the check disk on the recording medium using the same procedure as a regular local disk (C drive). Refer to the instruction manual of your PC for check disks.

● When you delete the files in the [EXTMOV] folder, perform on the

PC by using commercially available CF/SD Card Reader/Writer (CF+ Type II compatible) or format a recording medium on the camera.

8 Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly

This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background noise and interference can prevent it from operating correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly, reset the camera. Refer to “Troubleshooting” of the instruction manual.

8 Bring your camera together with the removable hard

disk

When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC service center, be sure to bring your camera together with the removable hard disk. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

8 Subsidiary Information

● Self-Timer

To turn off the beep sound which lets you know recording start timing, set [OPERATION SOUND] to [OFF].

● Bracket Shooting

The shutter speed cannot be fixed in the bracket shooting, even if the shutter priority is set.

After reading this sheet, store it together with the instruction manual, and refer to it when necessary.

LYT1424-023A

0405HOH-AL-VP

(M5S7)

Información para los usuarios sobre la eliminación de equipos usados

CASTELLANO

[Unión Europea]

Atención:

Este símbolo sólo es válido en la Unión Europea.

Este símbolo indica que los aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos no deben desecharse junto con la basura doméstica al final de su vida útil. El producto deberá llevarse al punto de recogida correspondiente para el reciclaje y el tratamiento adecuado de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos de conformidad con la legislación nacional.

Si desecha el producto correctamente, estará contribuyendo a conservar los recursos naturales y a prevenir los posibles efectos negativos en el medio ambiente y en la salud de las personas que podría causar el tratamiento inadecuado del producto desechado. Para obtener más información sobre el punto de recogida y el reciclaje de este producto, póngase en contacto con su oficina municipal, su servicio de recogida de basura doméstica o la tienda en la que haya adquirido el producto.

De acuerdo con la legislación nacional, podrían aplicarse multas por la eliminación incorrecta de estos desechos.

(Empresas)

Si desea desechar este producto, visite nuestra página Web www.jvc-europe.com

para obtener

información acerca de la retirada del producto.

[Otros países no pertenecientes a la Unión Europea]

Si desea desechar este producto, hágalo de conformidad con la legislación nacional vigente u otras normativas de su país para el tratamiento de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos usados.

Informazioni per gli utenti sullo smaltimento delle apparecchiature obsolete

ITALIANO

[Unione Europea]

Attenzione:

Questo simbolo è valido solo nell'Unione Europea.

Questo simbolo indica che l’apparecchiatura elettrica ed elettronica a cui è relativo non deve essere smaltita tra i rifiuti domestici generici alla fine della sua vita utile. Il prodotto, invece, va consegnato a un punto di raccolta appropriato per il riciclaggio di apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche, per il trattamento, il recupero e il riciclaggio corretti, in conformità alle proprie normative nazionali.

Mediante lo smaltimento corretto di questo prodotto, si contribuirà a preservare le risorse naturali e a prevenire potenziali effetti negativi sull'ambiente e sulla salute umana che potrebbero essere provocati, altrimenti, da uno smaltimento inappropriato del prodotto. Per ulteriori informazioni sul punto di raccolta e il riciclaggio di questo prodotto, contattare la sede comunale locale, il servizio di smaltimento rifiuti domestici o il negozio in cui si è acquistato il prodotto.

L’utente è responsabile del conferimento dell’apparecchio a fina vita alle appropriate strutture di raccolta, pena le sanzioni previste dalla vigente legislazione sui rifiuti.

(Per gli utenti aziendali)

Qualora si desideri smaltire questo prodotto, visitare la nostra pagina web www.jvc-europe.com per ottenere informazioni sul ritiro del prodotto.

[Per altre nazioni al di fuori dell'Unione Europea]

Qualora si desideri smaltire questo prodotto, effettuare lo smaltimento in conformità alla normativa nazionale applicabile o alle altre leggi della propria nazione relative al trattamento delle apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche obsolete.

Informações para os Utilizadores sobre a Eliminação de Equipamento Antigo

PORTUGUÊS

[União Europeia]

Atenção:

Este símbolo apenas é válido na União Europeia.

Este símbolo indica que o equipamento eléctrico e electrónico não deve ser eliminado como um resíduo doméstico geral, no fim da respectiva vida útil. Pelo contrário, o produto deve ser entregue num ponto de recolha apropriado, para efectuar a reciclagem de equipamento eléctrico e electrónico e aplicar o tratamento, recuperação e reciclagem adequados, de acordo com a respectiva legislação nacional.

Ao eliminar este produto da forma correcta, ajudará a conservar recursos naturais e ajudará a evitar potenciais efeitos negativos no ambiente e saúde humana, que poderiam ser causados pelo tratamento residual inadequado deste produto. Para mais informações sobre o ponto de recolha e reciclagem deste produto, contacte a respectiva entidade local, o serviço de eliminação de resíduos ou a loja onde adquiriu o produto.

Caso estes resíduos não sejam correctamente eliminados, poderão ser aplicadas penalizações, em conformidade com a respectiva legislação nacional.

(utilizadores profissionais)

Se pretender eliminar este produto, visite a nossa página da web em www.jvc-europe.com

para

obter informações sobre a devolução do produto.

[Outros países fora da União Europeia]

Se pretender eliminar este produto, faça-o de acordo com a legislação nacional aplicável ou outras regras no seu país para o tratamento de equipamento eléctrico e electrónico velho.

Πληροφορίες σχετικά µε την απρριψη εξοπλισµού

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ

[Ευρωπαϊκή Ένωση]

Προσοχή:

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Read Before Usage —Operation of the Removable Hard Disk—

The removable hard disk is a precision electronic device.

Do not subject the disk to sudden jolts or excessive pressure.

● This could cause a breakdown.

● Be especially careful to avoid sudden jolts when shooting

or during playback.

● After removing the disk from the camera, store it by inserting into the supplied protective case.

● Slide the disk to insert and/or remove the disk from the protective case.

● Do not apply strong pressure from the outside such as by grasping it strongly on the label side or writing on the label side.

Cautions for temperature

● The camera’s protection circuit may work for the proper recording or playback when the camera internal temperature is too high or too low. When this happens, recording and playback may be disabled.

● The camera and removable hard disk can heat up when used for an extended period. However, this is not a malfunction.

● Be careful when removing the removable hard disk from the camera. Do not remove the disk from the camera immediately after shooting or playback.

NOTE:

Refer to the section "Removable Hard Disk" on page 6 of the instruction manual.

Vor Gebrauch lesen — Betrieb der herausnehmbaren Festplatte —

Die herausnehmbare Festplatte ist ein elektronisches Präzisionsgerät.

Setzen Sie die Festplatte keinen plötzlichen Stößen oder großem Druck aus.

● Dies könnte zu einem Ausfall führen.

● Achten Sie besonders während Aufnahme und

Wiedergabe darauf, Stöße zu vermeiden.

● Nachdem Sie die Festplatte aus der Kamera entnommen haben, bewahren Sie sie in der mitgelieferten Schutzhülle auf.

● Verschieben Sie die Festplatte, um sie aus der Schutzhülle zu entnehmen bzw. in sie einzulegen.

● Üben Sie keinen starken Druck von außen aus, wie zum Beispiel durch Drücken oder Schreiben auf die Etikettenseite.

Hinweise zur Betriebstemperatur

● Die Schutzschaltung der Kamera sichert zu einem großen Teil Aufnahme und Wiedergabe bei zu hohen oder zu niedrigen Temperaturen innerhalb der Kamera. In diesem Fall können Aufnahme und Wiedergabe auch deaktiviert werden.

● Bei ausgiebigem Gebrauch können sich Kamera und herausnehmbare Festplatte erhitzen. Dies ist jedoch keine Fehlfunktion.

● Seien Sie vorsichtig, wenn Sie die herausnehmbare Festplatte aus der Kamera entfernen. Entnehmen Sie den Datenträger nicht sofort nach Aufnahme oder Wiedergabe aus der Kamera.

HINWEIS:

Siehe Abschnitt "Herausnehmbare Festplatte" auf Seite 6 des Bedienungshandbuchs.

À lire avant utilisation — Utilisation du disque dur amovible —

Le disque dur amovible est un dispositif électronique de précision.

Ne pas soumettre le disque à des mouvements saccadés ou à une pression excessive.

● Cela pourrait provoquer une panne.

● Faire particulièrement attention à éviter les mouvements

brusques pendant la prise de vue et la lecture.

● Une fois le disque retiré de l’appareil photo, le ranger en l’insérant dans son boîtier de protection fourni.

● Faites glisser le disque pour insérer et/ou retirer le disque du boîtier de protection.

● Ne pas appliquer une pression importante depuis l’extérieur comme ce qui pourrait être le cas si vous le saisissez fermement par le côté qui porte l’étiquette ou si vous écrivez sur celle-ci.

Mises en garde pour la température

● Le circuit de protection de l’appareil photo peut s’activer pour une lecture ou un enregistrement corrects lorsque la température interne de l’appareil photo est trop élevée ou trop basse. Dans ce cas, l’enregistrement et la lecture risquent d’être désactivés.

● L’appareil photo et le disque dur amovible risquent de chauffer s’ils sont utilisés pendant une période prolongée. Toutefois, il ne s'agit pas d'un mauvais fonctionnement.

● Faire attention avant de retirer le disque dur amovible de l’appareil photo. Ne pas retirer le disque de l’appareil photo immédiatement après une prise de vue ou une lecture.

REMARQUE :

Se reporter à la section « Disque dur amovible » à la page 6 du manuel d’utilisation.

Lezen voor gebruik —Werken met de verwijderbare harde schijf—

De verwijderbare harde schijf is een elektronisch precisie-instrument.

Stel de schijf niet bloot aan plotselinge schokken en duw er niet hard op.

● Hierdoor zou de schijf kapot kunnen gaan.

● Let er vooral goed op dat u plotselinge schokken vermijdt

tijdens het maken of afspelen van opnamen.

● Berg de schijf op in de meegeleverde cassette als u hem los hebt genomen van de camera.

● Plaats de schijf met een schuivende beweging in de beschermende verpakking, op dezelfde wijze haalt u de schijf ook weer uit de verpakking.

● Duw niet hard op de schijf, oefen bijvoorbeeld geen sterke druk uit op het label door erop te schrijven.

Let op de temperatuur

● Het beveiligingscircuit van de camera zal misschien in actie komen om een goede opname of weergave te waarborgen wanneer de temperatuur in de camera te hoog of te laag wordt. Wanneer dit gebeurt, kan het onmogelijk zijn opnamen te maken of af te spelen.

● De camera en de verwijderbare harde schijf kunnen warm worden wanneer zij gedurende een lange tijd worden gebruikt. Dit is echter geen storing.

● Ga voorzichtig te werk wanneer u de verwijderbare harde schijf losneemt van de camera. Neem de schijf niet onmiddellijk na het maken of afspelen van opnamen los van de camera.

OPMERKING:

Zie de paragraaf "Verwijderbare harde schijf" op pagina 6 van de instructiehandleiding.

Leer antes de usar —Funcionamiento del disco duro extraíble—

El disco duro extraíble es un dispositivo electrónico de precisión.

Evite sacudir o ejercer una presión excesiva sobre el disco.

● Podría producirse una avería.

● Evite especialmente las sacudidas bruscas durante la

filmación o la reproducción.

● Después de extraer el disco de la cámara, guárdelo en su funda protectora.

● Deslice el disco tanto para introducirlo como para extraerlo de la caja protectora.

● No ejerza una presión excesiva cuando, por ejemplo, sujete el disco por el lado de la etiqueta o cuando escriba en la etiqueta.

Precauciones relacionadas con la temperatura

● Para garantizar una grabación o reproducción adecuadas, el circuito de protección de la cámara entrará en funcionamiento si la temperatura interna de la cámara es demasiado alta o baja. Cuando esto suceda, la grabación o reproducción pueden desactivarse.

● Tanto la cámara como el disco duro extraíble pueden calentarse si se utilizan de forma prolongada. Sin embargo, esto no es un fallo de funcionamiento.

● Retire el disco duro extraíble de la cámara con mucho cuidado. No extraiga el disco de la cámara inmediatamente después de filmar o reproducir.

NOTA:

Consulte la sección "Disco duro extraíble" en la página 6 del manual de instrucciones.

Leggere prima dell’uso —Utilizzo dell’hard disk rimovibile—

L’hard disk rimovibile è un apparecchio elettronico di precisione.

Non sottporre il disco a scosse improvvise o pressione eccessiva.

● In caso contrario, potrebbe guastarsi.

● Prestare particolarmente attenzione a evitare le scosse

improvvise durante le riprese o la riproduzione.

● Dopo aver rimosso il disco dalla Media camera, conservarlo inserendolo nella custodia protettiva in dotazione.

● Far scorrere il disco per inserirlo e/o estrarlo dalla custodia protettiva.

● Non applicare forte pressione dall’esterno, ad esempio afferrandolo con forza dal lato dell’etichetta o scrivendo sul lato dell’etichetta.

Precauzioni relative alla temperatura

● Il circuito di protezione della Media camera potrebbe entrare in funzione per una registrazione o una riproduzione corretta quando la temperatura interna della Media camera è troppo alta o troppo bassa. In questo caso, la registrazione e la riproduzione potrebbero venire disattivate.

● La Media camera e l’hard disk rimovibile possono riscaldarsi se utilizzati per periodi di tempo prolungati. Tuttavia, non si tratta di un guasto.

● Fare attenzione quando si rimuove l’hard disk dalla Media camera. Non rimuovere il disco dalla Media camera subito dopo aver effettuato la riprese o la riproduzione.

NOTA:

Consultare la sezione "Hard disk rimovibile" a pagina 6 del manuale d’uso.

Ler antes da utilização —Funcionamento do disco rígido amovível—

O disco rígido amovível é um dispositivo electrónico de precisão.

Não submeta o disco a pressão excessiva ou estremeções súbitos.

● Se o fizer pode provocar uma avaria.

● Durante a filmagem ou reprodução evite os estremeções

súbitos.

● Depois de retirar o disco da câmara, coloque-o na caixa de protecção fornecida para o efeito.

● Empurre o disco para introduzir e/ou remover o disco da respectiva caixa de protecção.

● Não faça pressão na parte exterior, por exemplo escrevendo ou agarrando no disco com força no lado da etiqueta.

Cuidados relativos à temperatura

● Se a temperatura interna da câmara for demasiado alta ou baixa, o circuito de protecção da câmara pode ser activado para garantir uma gravação ou reprodução correctas. Quando isto acontece, a gravação e a reprodução podem ser desactivadas.

● Se os utilizar durante muito tempo, a câmara e o disco amovível podem aquecer. No entanto, isto não é sinal de avaria.

● Tenha cuidado quando retirar o disco rígido amovível da câmara. Não retire o disco da câmara imediatamente depois de terminar a filmagem ou reprodução.

NOTA:

Consulte a secção "Disco rígido amovível" na página 6 do manual de instruções.

Læs dette før brug —Betjening af den flytbare harddisk—

Den flytbare harddisk er en præcisionsteknologisk elektronisk enhed.

Udsæt ikke disken for pludselige stød eller kraftigt tryk.

● Dette kan medføre fejlfunktion.

● Sørg især for at undgå pludselige stød under indspilning

eller afspilning.

● Når disken er taget ud af kameraet, skal den opbevares i den medfølgende beskyttelsesæske.

● Træk i disken for at indsætte og/eller fjerne den fra beskyttelsesæsken.

● Udsæt den ikke for kraftigt tryk udefra, f.eks. ved at tage for hårdt fat i etiketsiden eller skrive på etiketsiden.

Forsigtighedsregler vedrørende temperatur

● Kameraets beskyttelseskredsløb vil muligvis fungere til korrekt indspilning eller afspilning, når kameraets interne temperatur er for høj eller for lav. Når dette sker, kan der muligvis ikke udføres indspilning og afspilning.

● Kameraet og den flytbare harddisk kan blive varme, når de bruges i længere tid ad gangen. Dette er imidlertid normalt.

● Vær forsigtig, når den flytbare harddisk tages ud af kameraet. Tag ikke disken ud umiddelbart efter indspilning eller afspilning.

BEMÆRK:

Se i afsnittet "Flytbar harddisk" på 6 i brugsvejledningen.

Lue ennen käyttöä —Siirrettävän kiintolevyn käyttö—

Siirrettävä kiintolevy on elektroninen tarkkuustuote. Älä altista levyä äkillisille täräyksille tai kovalle

paineelle.

● Ne voivat vioittaa levyä.

● Varo erityisesti äkillisiä täräyksiä kuvauksen ja toiston

aikana.

● Kun olet poistanut levyn kamerasta, säilytä sitä mukana toimitetussa suojakotelossa.

● Työnnä levyä, kun haluat asettaa levyn ja/tai poistaa sen suojakotelosta.

● Älä kohdista voimakasta painetta ulkopuolelta esimerkiksi tarttumalla lujasti nimiöpuolelta tai kirjoittamalla nimiöpuolelle.

Varoitukset lämpötilasta

● Kameran suojapiiri voi pyrkiä turvaamaan oikean nauhoituksen tai toiston, kun kameran sisäinen lämpötila on liian korkea tai matala. Kun näin käy, nauhoitus ja toisto voivat estyä.

● Kamera ja siirrettävä kiintolevy voivat kuumeta, kun niitä käytetään pitkän aikaa. Tämä ei kuitenkaan ole virhetoiminto.

● Ole varovainen poistaessasi siirrettävää kiintolevyä kamerasta. Älä poista levyä kamerasta välittömästi kuvauksen tai toiston jälkeen.

HUOM:

Katso käyttöohjeen kohta Siirrettävä kiintolevy sivulla 6.

Läs detta före användning —Handhavande för den borttagbara hårddisken—

Den borttagbara hårddisken är en precisionselektronisk enhet.

Utsätt inte disken för plötsliga stötar eller överdrivet tryck.

● Det kan orsaka ett haveri.

● Var extra försiktig så att du undviker plötsliga stötar vid

fotografering eller under uppspelning.

● Efter att hårddisken tagits ur kameran förvarar du den i medföljande skyddsfodral.

● Skjut disken för att sätta i/ta ut den ur skyddsfodralet.

● Utsätt den inte för hårt utvändigt tryck, t ex genom att hålla

i den hårt på etikettens sida, eller genom att skriva på etiketten.

Varning för temperaturer

● Kamerans skyddskrets kan fungera för normal inspelning eller uppspelning då kamerans invändiga temperatur är för hög eller för låg. När detta händer kan in- och uppspelning avaktiveras.

● Kameran och den borttagbara hårddisken kan bli uppvärmda när de använts under en längre tid. Detta är dock inte något fel.

● Var försiktig när du plockar ut den borttagbara hårddisken ur kameran. Plocka inte ut hårddisken ur kameran direkt efter fotografering eller uppspelning.

ANMÄRKNING:

Referera till avsnittet "Borttagbar hårddisk" på sidan 6 i bruksanvisningen.

ENGLISH

The removable hard disk and its protective case are packaged in a silver bag.

DEUTSCH

Die herausnehmbare Festplatte und ihre Schutzhülle befinden sich in einer silbernen Tüte.

FRANÇAIS

Le disque dur amovible et son boîtier de protection sont placés dans un étui argenté.

NEDERLANDS

De verwijderbare harde schijf wordt geleverd in een beschermende verpakking in een zilveren zakje.

ESPAÑOL/CASTELLANO

El disco duro extraíble y su caja protectora se suministran dentro de un envoltorio plateado.

ITALIANO

L’hard disk rimovibile e la sua custodia protettiva sono impacchettati in una busta argentata.

PORTUGUÊS

O disco rígido amovível e a respectiva caixa de protecção estão embalados num saco cinzento.

DANSK

Den flytbare disk og dens beskyttelsesæske er pakket ind i en sølvpose.

SUOMI

Siirrettävä kiintolevy ja sen suojakotelo ovat hopeanvärisessä pussissa.

SVENSKA

Den borttagbara hårddisken och dess skyddsfodral levereras i en silverfärgad väska.

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Les før bruk —Bruk av utskiftbar harddisk—

Den utskiftbare harddisken er et elektronisk presisjonsapparat.

Ikke utsett harddisken for plutselige støt eller høyt trykk.

● Dette kan få den til å gå i stykker.

● Pass spesielt på å unngå plutselige støt når du tar opp

eller spiller av.

● Etter at du har tatt harddisken ut av kameraet, må du oppbevare den beskyttet i det medfølgende etuiet.

● Skyv på harddisken for å sette den inn eller ta den ut av det beskyttende etuiet.

● Ikke utsett harddisken for kraftig press fra utsiden, f.eks. ved å gripe den med stor kraft på etikettsiden, eller ved å skrive på etikettsiden.

Temperaturmerknader

● Kameraets beskyttelseskrets kan aktiveres under korrekt opptak eller avspilling, når kameraets indre temperatur er for høy eller for lav. Når dette skjer, kan opptaks- og avspillingsfunksjonene bli deaktivert.

● Kameraet og den utskiftbare harddisken kan varmes opp når de brukes over lengre tidsrom av gangen. Dette er imidlertid ikke et tegn på at noe er galt med kameraet.

● Vær forsiktig når du fjerner den utskiftbare harddisken fra kameraet. Ikke fjern harddisken fra kameraet umiddelbart etter opptak eller avspilling.

MERK:

Se også avsnittet "Utskiftbar harddisk" på side 6 i instruksjonshåndboken.

Прочитайте перед использованием —Использование съемного жесткого диска—

Съемный жесткий диск является высокоточным электронным устройством.

Не подвергайте диск резким толчкам или сильному сдавливанию.

● Это может привести к поломке.

● По время съемки или воспроизведения не

допускайте резких толчков камеры.

● После извлечения диска из камеры храните его в прилагаемом защитном чехле.

● Сдвиньте диск для его установки и/или извлечения из его защитного чехла.

● Не прилагайте больших внешних усилий к диску, например, его сдавливание руками со стороны наклейки, и чрезмерно не давите ручкой при выполнении надписей на наклейке.

Предосторожности при работе в условиях экстремальных температур

● При значительном повышении или понижении температуры внутри камеры во время записи или воспроизведения на камере может сработать защита. В этом случае, запись и воспроизведение будут невозможны.

● При длительной эксплуатации камера и съемный жесткий диск могут нагреться. Это не является неисправностью.

● Будьте осторожны при изъятии схемного жесткого диск из камеры. Не извлекайте диск из камеры сражу же после окончания съемки или воспроизведения.

ПРИМЕЧАНИЕ:

Обратитесь к разделу "Съемный жесткий диск" на стр. 6 руководства по эксплуатации.

Přečtěte si před použitím

—Provoz vyjímatelného hard disku—

Vyjímatelný pevný disk je přesné elektronické zařízení.

Nevystavujte disk náhlým nárazům ani nadměrnému tlaku.

● To by mohlo způsobit poruchu.

● Dávejte zvlášt’ pozor, abyste se vyhnuli náhlým nárazům

při natáčení nebo během přehrávání.

● Po vyjmutí disku z kamery ho vložte do dodaného ochranného pouzdra.

● Disk zasuňte anebo ho vyjměte z ochranného obalu.

● Nepoužívejte velký tlak z vnější strany disku jako při

silném uchopení na straně štítku nebo při psaní na stranu se štítkem.

Varování ohledně teploty

● Ochranný obvod kamery může působit ve prospěch řádného záznamu nebo přehrávání, když je vnitřní

teplota kamery příliš vysoká nebo příliš nízká. Když k tomu dojde, může být vyřazen záznam a přehrávání.

● Kamera a vyjímatelný hard disk se mohou zahřát, když jsou používány po delší dobu. Nicméně to není porucha.

● Dávejte pozor při vyjímání vyjímatelného hard disku z kamery. Nevyjímejte disk z kamery ihned po natáčení nebo přehrávání.

POZNÁMKA:

Vyhledejte si oddíl "Vyjímatelný hard disk" na straně 6 návodu k obsluze.

Należy przeczytać przed przystąpieniem do użytkowania —Obsługa wymiennego dysku twardego—

Wymienny dysk twardy jest precyzyjnym urządzeniem elektronicznym.

Dysk należy chronić przed nagłymi wstrząsami lub nadmiernym naciskiem.

● Mogą one spowodować uszkodzenie urządzenia.

● Szczególną ostrożność, gdy o chodzi o nagłe wstrząsy,

należy zachować podczas filmowania lub odtwarzania zarejestrowanych materiałów.

● Po wyjęciu dysku z kamery należy włożyć go do oryginalnego opakowania zabezpieczającego.

● Aby włożyć lub wyjąć dysk z kasety ochronnej, wysuń go delikatnie.

● Nie należy naciskać go zbyt mocno, na przykład chwytając mocno od strony etykiety lub pisząc po stronie z etykietą.

Uwagi dotyczące temperatury

● Obwód zabezpieczający kamery może zadziałać w celu zapewnienia prawidłowego nagrywania lub odtwarzania, gdy temperatura w kamerze będzie zbyt wysoka lub zbyt niska. W takim przypadku nagrywanie lub odtwarzanie może zostać zablokowane.

● Kamera i wymienny dysk twardy mogą się nagrzewać, gdy używane są przez dłuższy okres czasu. Nie świadczy to jednak o nieprawidłowej pracy urządzenia.

● Podczas wyjmowania dysku wymiennego z kamery należy zachować ostrożność. Dysku nie należy wyciągać z kamery zaraz po zakończeniu filmowania lub odtwarzania.

UWAGA:

Więcej informacji na ten temat można znaleźć w części zatytułowanej “Wymienny dysk twardy” na stronie 6 instrukcji obsługi.

Használat előtt olvassa el. —A kivehető merevlemez kezelése—

A cserélhető merevlemez nagy pontosságú technológiával készült elektronikai eszköz.

Ne tegye ki a lemezt hirtelen rázkódásnak vagy túlzott nyomásnak.

● Ezáltal könnyen meghibásodhat.

● Különösen ügyeljen arra, hogy elkerülje a hirtelen

rázkódásokat felvétel vagy visszajátszás közben.

● Miután kivette a lemezt a fényképezőgépből, úgy kell tárolni, hogy beleteszi a hozzátartozó védőtokba.

● A meghajtó védőtokjába történő behelyezéséhez vagy kivételéhez csúsztassa be, illetve ki a meghajtót.

● Nem szabad kívülről erősen megnyomni, pl. keményen megmarkolni a felirati oldalon vagy ráírni a felirati oldalon.

Hőmérséklettel kapcsolatos figyelmeztetések

● Ha a fényképezőgép belső hőmérséklete túl magas vagy túl alacsony, a jó felvétel vagy visszajátszás érdekében működésbe léphet a fényképezőgép védőáramköre. Ilyen esetben akár le is tilthatja a felvételt illetve lejátszást.

● Hosszabb használatnál a fényképezőgép és a kivehető merevlemez felmelegedhet. Azonban ez nem jelent hibás működést.

● A kivehető merevlemezt óvatosan kell kivenni a fényképezőgépből. Felvétel illetve lejátszás után nem szabad azonnal kivenni a lemezt a fényképezőgépből.

MEGJEGYZÉS:

Lásd a kezelési utasítás 6. oldalán található “Kivehető merevlemez” c. szakaszt.

使用前阅读事项 —移动硬盘操作指南—

移动硬盘是一种精密电子装置。请勿使本磁盘受到突发性振动或过度压力。

● 这可能导致产品故障。

● 请特别注意在拍摄或读取过程中，避免产品受到突发性振

动。

● 从相机中取出本磁盘后，请将其插入随机提供的存储盒内妥善保管。

● 滑动硬盘以将其插入保护盒／从中取出。

● 请勿从外部对本产品施加过重压力诸如用力紧捏本产品的

标签表面或在本产品的标签表面上涂写。

温度警告

● 当相机内部温度过高或过低时，其保护电路可能工作以保证执行正常的存储或读取操作。

● 连续工作一段时间后，相机和移动硬盘将发热。这不属于故障运转。

● 请小心地从相机中取出移动硬盘。请勿在拍摄或读取后立即将本产品从相机中取出。

注意：

请参考使用说明书第 6 页 “移动硬盘”一章。

使用前閱讀事項 —移動硬式磁碟機（抽取式硬碟）操作指南—

可拆除式磁碟是精密的電子裝置。請勿使本磁碟受到突發性振動或過度壓力。

● 這可能導致產品故障。

● 請特別注意在拍攝或讀取過程中，避免產品受到突發性振

動。

● 從相機中取出本磁碟後，請將其插入隨機提供的儲存盒內妥善保管。

● 從防護盒中滑動磁碟，以插入及 / 或移除磁碟。

● 請勿從外部對本產品施加過重壓力諸如用力緊捏本產品的

標簽表面或在本產品的標簽表面上塗寫。

溫度警示

● 當相機內部溫度過高或過低時，其保護電路可能工作以保證正常的寫入或讀取操作。

● 連續工作一段時間後，相機和移動硬式磁碟機（抽取式硬碟）將發熱。這不屬于故障運轉。

● 請小心地從相機中取出移動硬式磁碟機（抽取式硬碟）。請勿在拍攝或讀取後立即將本產品從相機中取出。

注意：

請參考使用說明書第 6 頁 “移動硬式磁碟機（抽取式硬碟）＂一章。

사용하기 전에 읽어 보시기 바랍니다

- 이동식 하드 디스크 동작 -

이동식 하드 디스크는 정교한 전자 장치입니다 . 디스크에 갑작스러운 충격이나 과도한 압력을 가하지

않도록 하십시오 .

● 이럴 경우 고장을 유발할 수 있습니다 .

● 특히 촬영 , 또는 재생 중에 갑작스러운 충격이 가해지지

않도록 주의하십시오 .

● 카메라에서 디스크를 분리한 뒤에는 제공된 보호용 케이 스에 넣어 보관하십시오 .

● 디스크를 밀어서 보호용 케이스에 디스크를 끼우거나 분 리하십시오 .

● 라벨 쪽을 강하게 쥐거나 라벨 쪽에 기록을 하는 등 , 외부 로부터 강한 압력을 주지 마십시오 .

온도와 관련된 주의 사항

● 카메라의 내부 온도가 너무 높거나 낮으면 올바른 녹화나 재생을 위해 카메라의 보호 회로가 작동합니다 . 이럴 경 우 녹화 및 재생을 할 수 없게 됩니다 .

● 카메라 및 이동식 하드 디스크는 오랜 시간 사용할 경우 과열될 수 있습니다 . 하지만 이것은 고장이 아닙니다 .

● 카메라에서 이동식 하드 디스크를 분리할 때는 주의하십 시오 . 촬영 또는

재생 후 바로 카메라에서 디스크를 분리

하지 마십시오 .

주 :

사용 설명서 6 페이지에 있는 " 이동식 하드 디스크" 부분 을 참조하십시오 .

NORSK

Den utskiftbare harddisken og det beskyttende etuiet dens er pakket i en sølvpose.

РУССКИЙ

Съемный жесткий диск и его защитный чехол упакованы в серебристый пакет.

ČEŠTINA

Vyjímatelný pevný disk a jeho ochranné pouzdro jsou zabaleny ve stříbrném sáčku.

POLSKI

Wymienny dysk twardy i jego kaseta ochronna są zapakowane w srebrnym opakowaniu.

MAGYAR

A cserélhető merevlemezt és védőtokját ezüstszínű zacskóba csomagolták.

中文 (Simplified)

移动硬盘及其保护盒装在银色袋中。

中文 (Traditional)

可拆除式磁碟及防護盒都放在一個銀色的包裝袋內。

한국어

이동식 하드 디스크와 보호용 케이스는 은색 가방에 포장 됩니다 .

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Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment

ENGLISH

[European Union]

Attention:

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more information about collection point and recycling of this product, 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 www.jvc-europe.com

to obtain

information about the take-back of the product.

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.

Benutzerinformationen zur Entsorgung alter Geräte

DEUTSCH

[Europäische Union]

Hinweis:

Dieses Symbol ist nur in der Europäischen Union gültig.

Dieses Symbol zeigt an, dass das elektrische bzw. elektronische Gerät nicht als normaler Haushaltsabfall entsorgt werden soll. Stattdessen sollte das Produkt zur fachgerechten Entsorgung, Weiterverwendung und Wiederverwertung in Übereinstimmung mit der Landesgesetzgebung einer entsprechenden Sammelstelle für das Recycling elektrischer und elektronischer Geräte zugeführt werden.

Die korrekte Entsorgung dieses Produkts dient dem Umweltschutz und verhindert mögliche Schäden für die Umwelt und die menschliche Gesundheit, welche durch unsachgemäße Behandlung des Produkts auftreten können. Weitere Informationen zu Sammelstellen und dem Recycling dieses Produkts erhalten Sie bei Ihrer Gemeindeverwaltung, Ihrem örtlichen Entsorgungsunternehmen oder in dem Geschäft, in dem Sie das Produkt gekauft haben.

Für die nicht fachgerechte Entsorgung dieses Abfalls können gemäß der Landesgesetzgebung Strafen ausgesprochen werden.

(Geschäftskunden)

Wenn Sie dieses Produkt entsorgen möchten, besuchen Sie bitte unsere Webseite www.jvceurope.com, um Informationen zur Rücknahme des Produkts zu erhalten.

[Andere Länder außerhalb der Europäischen Union]

Wenn Sie dieses Produkt entsorgen möchten, halten Sie sich dabei bitte an die entsprechenden Landesgesetze und andere Regelungen in Ihrem Land zur Behandlung elektrischer und elektronischer Geräte.

Informations relatives à l’élimination des appareils usagés, à l’intention des utilisateurs

FRANÇAIS

[Union européenne]

Attention :

Ce symbole n’est reconnu que dans l’Union européenne.

Lorsque ce symbole figure sur un appareil électrique et électronique, cela signifie qu’il ne doit pas être éliminé en tant que déchet ménager à la fin de son cycle de vie. Le produit doit être porté au point de pré-collecte approprié au recyclage des appareils électriques et électroniques pour y subir un traitement, une récupération et un recyclage, conformément à la législation nationale.

En éliminant correctement ce produit, vous contriburez à la conservation des ressources naturelles et à la prévention des éventuels effets négatifs sur l’environnement et la santé humaine, pouvant être dus à la manipulation inappropriée des déchets de ce produit. Pour plus d’informations sur le point de pré-collecte et le recyclage de ce produit, contactez votre mairie, le service d’évacuation des ordures ménagères ou le magasin dans lequel vous avez acheté le produit.

Des amendes peuvent être infligées en cas d’élimination incorrecte de ce produit, conformément à la législation nationale.

(Utilisateurs professionnels)

Si vous souhaitez éliminer ce produit, visitez notre page Web www.jvc-europe.com

afin d’obtenir

des informations sur sa récupération.

[Pays ne faisant pas partie de l’Union européenne]

Si vous souhaitez éliminer ce produit, faites-le conformément à la législation nationale ou autres règles en vigueur dans votre pays pour le traitement des appareils électriques et électroniques usagés.

Informatie voor gebruikers over het weggooien van oude apparatuur

NEDERLANDS

[Europese Unie]

Let op:

Dit symbool is alleen geldig in de Europese Unie.

Deze markering geeft aan dat de elektrische en elektronische apparatuur bij het einde van de gebruiksduur niet bij het huishoudelijk afval mag worden gegooid. Het product moet in plaats daarvan worden ingeleverd bij het relevante inzamelingspunt voor hergebruik van elektrische en elektronische apparatuur, voor juiste verwerking, terugwinning en hergebruik in overeenstemming met uw nationale wetgeving.

Door dit product naar het inzamelingspunt te brengen, werkt u mee aan het behoud van natuurlijke hulpbronnen en met het voorkomen van potentiële negatieve effecten op het milieu en de volksgezondheid, die anders veroorzaakt zouden kunnen worden door onjuiste afvalverwerking van dit product. Neem voor meer informatie over inzamelingspunten en hergebruik van dit product contact op met de gemeente in uw woonplaats, het afvalverwerkingsbedrijf of de winkel waar u het product hebt aangeschaft.

Er kunnen boetes gelden voor een onjuiste verwijdering van dit afval, in overeenstemming met de nationale wetgeving.

(Zakelijke gebruikers)

Bezoek als u dit product wilt weggooien onze website www.jvc-europe.com

voor informatie over

het terugnemen van het product.

[Landen buiten de Europese Unie]

Wanneer u dit product wilt verwijderen, houdt u dan aan de geldende nationale wetgeving of andere regels in uw land voor de verwerking van oude elektrische en elektronische apparatuur.

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