JVC GZ-HD7US Owner’s Manual
JVC
INSTRUCTIONS
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-HD7U
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Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing
this hard disk camera. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 4 and 5 to
ensure safe use of this product.
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on
the bottom of the camera) and
Serial No. (located on the battery
pack mount of the camera)
below.
Model No.
Serial No.
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Record in High-Definition!
Record in full h gh-definition [FHD mode)
Record a longer time in high-definition (SP mode)
Sopy and edit high-definition images by i.LINK output (1440
CBR mode_
• To change the settings
see page 68.
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1920 1440
Edit High-Definition Images on
a PC{
Perform advanced editing on high-definition images uy loading
to a PC
• For PC models that can be connected
See page 53 or 64.
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Safety Precautions
I DO NOTOPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
lightning flash w_h arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triang_, is intended to alert the user to the
exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
operating and mai_enance (selvicing) instluctions in
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNITTO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTES:
• Tile rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
• The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
• The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate,
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced,
• Dispose of used battery promptly,
• Keep away from children,
• Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire,
For USA-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material
- special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.qov/hazardouswaste/perch orate
"dangerous voyage" within the
presence of importa_
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 (3-15/16")
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
3roblems 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
31aces with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camera and to the user.
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the
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.
CAUTION:
The rnains plug shall rernain readily operable.
WARNING:
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings, install
in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
10. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution
when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
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.)
Trademarks
• i.LINK is a trademark of Sony _1
Corp.
• HDM] is a trademark of HDMI
Licensing, LLC. H-'-=mB
• Windows ® is either registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• Other product and company names included
in this instruction manual are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
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Contents
Accessories .......................................... 10
Attaching/Detaching tile Lens Hood ............ 10
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ....................... 11
Preparing the Remote Control ..................... 11
Index ...................................................... 12
Indications on LCD Monitor ................. 14
Necessary Settings before Use ........... 16
Charging the Battery Pack ........................... 16
Language Setting ........................................ 17
Date/Time Setting ........................................ 17
Other Settings ....................................... 18
Grip Adjustment ........................................... 18
Lens Cover .................................................. 18
Checking the Remaining Battery Power ...... 18
Tripod Mounting ........................................... 18
When Using an SD Card ............................. 19
Recording Files ..................................... 20
Video Recording ........................................ 20
Still image Recording .................................. 21
Zooming ....................................................... 22
Record Using the Viewfinder ....................... 22
Registering Files to Events .......................... 23
Checking the Remaining Space on the
Recording Media ......................................... 23
Manual Recording ............................... 24
To Change to Manual Recording Mode ....... 24
Program AE ................................................. 24
Aperture Priority Setting .............................. 25
Changing the Shutter Speed ....................... 25
Adjust Brightness ......................................... 26
Manual Focus .............................................. 26
Nightalive ..................................................... 27
Backlight Compensation .............................. 27
Spot Exposure Control ................................ 27
Manual Setting in Function Menu ................ 28
Playing Back Files ................................ 30
Video Playback ........................................... 30
Still Image Playback ................................... 31
File Search Function .................................... 32
To Play BackTPD Files ............................... 33
Playback with Special Effects ...................... 34
Watching Images on TV ........................ 36
Connection with TV ...................................... 36
Playback Operation ..................................... 37
Managing Files ...................................... 38
Deleting/Protecting Files .............................. 38
Viewing File Information .............................. 40
Changing the Event Registration of Video
Files after Recording ................................... 41
To Extract a Still Image File From a Video File.,, 42
DPOF Print Setting ...................................... 42
Playlists ................................................. 44
Creating Playlists ........................................ 44
Playing Back Playlists .................................. 45
Other Operations of Playlists ....................... 46
Copying Files ........................................ 47
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files frorn the
Camera ........................................................ 47
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from
the Camera .................................................. 50
Copying/Moving Still Image Files ................. 52
File Backup on the PC -Windows ® .... 53
Systern Requirements ................................. 53
Software Installation .................................... 54
Connecting the Camera to the PC ............... 56
File Backup on the PC ................................. 57
File Backup on the PC without Using
Software ...................................................... 58
Other PC Operations -Windows ® ...... 59
Playing back Files on the PC ....................... 59
Creating Discs/Editing Files ......................... 60
Getting More Use from the Software ........... 62
File Backup on the PC - Macintosh ... 64
Systern Requirements ................................. 64
Software Installation .................................... 64
Connecting the Camera to the PC ............... 65
File Backup on the PC ................................. 66
Changing the Menu Settings ............... 67
Folder Structure and Extensions ........ 73
Troubleshooting .................................... 74
Warning Indications ............................. 78
Cleaning ................................................ 79
Specifications ....................................... 80
Cautions ................................................ 82
Terms ..................................................... 84
Read This First!
• Make a backup of important
recorded data
JVC will not be responsible for any
lost data. It is recommended to copy
your important recorded data to a DVD
or other recording media for storage.
(L._pg. 47)
• Make a trial recording
Before the actual recording of important
data, make a trial recording and play
back the recorded data to check that the
video and sound have been recorded
correctly.
• 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. (2_ pg. 74)
• Precautions on handling batteries
• Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF815U/
VF823U/V840U/V856U battery packs.
• If the camera is subjected to
electrostatic discharge, turn the power
off before using it again.
• If a malfunction occurs, stop
using the camera immediately and
consult your local JVC dealer
• If a problem occurs when using the BD
card, take the card together with the
camera for repair. If one of them is not
included, the cause of the malfunction
cannot be diagnosed, and the camera
cannot be repaired.
• Recorded data may be erased while
the camera is being repaired or
inspected. Back up all data before
requesting repairs or inspections.
• Because the camera may be used
for demonstration in a shop, the
demonstration mode is set to on by
default
To deactivate the demonstration mode,
set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (L._pg. 70)
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Accessories
AC Adapter Battery Pack
AP-V14U BN-VF815U
USB Cable Lens Hood Shoulder Strap
(: _ pg, 47, 56, 65) Already attached to (_._,pg. 11 )
Remote Control Unit
RM-V750U (_._pg. 11)
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
the camera.
(:_ below)
Lithium Battery
CR2025
Pre-installed in the
remote control unit.
Component Cable
(_._ pg. 36)
Audio/Video Cable
(:_ pg, 37_ 51)
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Place the protrusion in
the groove.
Protrusion
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Peel off the pad and thread
the end of the strap through
the eyelet.
Eyelet
A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase.
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Beam Effective Area ]
Effective distance:
5 m (16 ft)
Thread the strap through the
buckle, adjust its length, and
use the strap guide to fix it
in place.
Buckle
Strap Guide
I To Reinsert the Battery
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the
lock tab.
Remote Sensor LockTab
eyelet and reattach the pad.
Position the buckle near the
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The transmitted beam may not be effective
or may cause incorrect operation when the
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight
or powerful lighting.
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Index
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• The LCD monitor can rotate 270 °,
• Power-linked operation
You can also turn the camera on/off by
opening/closing the LCD monitor during the
recording mode.
• Be careful not to cover@, ® and @during
shooting.
Index Button [INDEX] (_..>pg. 32)/
Remaining Space Button/Data Battery
Button [l '/c_ ] (_-_pg. 18.23)
_) Set Lever
Move to/-. :
Reverse Skip (:_. pg. 30)/Up
Move to v :
Forward Skip (_-_ pg. 30)/Down
Move to < :
Reverse Search (_. pg. 30)/Left/
Nightalive [NIGHT] (z_. pg. 27)
Move to ), :
Forward Search (_ pg. 30)/Right/
Program AE [PROGRAM AE] (__ pg. 24)
Press down:
Play/Pause (_ pg. 30)
® PlaybacWRecording Mode Switching
Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (_._ pg. 20)
_) Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/
MANUAL] 07 pg. 24)
® Backlight Compensation Button/
Spot Exposure Control Button [BACK
LIGHT] (:_ pg. 27)
® Information Button [INFO] (_ pg. 40)
dOAperture Priority Setting Button [A]
(_ pg. 25)
® Function Button [FUNCTION] (_:._pg. 28)
® LCD Monitor
@ Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK
UP] (c_ pg. 57)/Event Button [EVENT]
(_ pg. 23)
@ S Connector [S] (_ pg. 37, 51)
@ Speaker (_ pg. 30)
@ Component Connector [COMPONENT]
(_ pg. 36)
@ Menu Button [MENU] (_ pg. 17)
_9 Value Adjustment Lever [M-MENU]
(_ pg. 25)
@ Brightness Button [BRIGHT] (:J pg. 26)
Shutter Speed Button IS] (:_. pg. 25)
@ Viewfinder (:_' pg. 22)
@)Battery Release Button [BATT.] (_ pg. 16)
_# Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE]
(__ pg. 16)
(Blinks when you access files or charge the
battery. Do not turn off the power or remove the
battery pack/AC adapter while accessing files.)
Video/StiLL Image Mode Lamp [ _11,I_1 ]
(_ pg. 20, 21 )
@ Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]
(_ pg. 21 )
@ Zoom Lever [W _ ,T CL] (:¢_ pg. 22)
Speaker Volume Control [-VOL+]
(__. pg. 30)
@ Video Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]
(_ pg. 20)
_-&Grip Strap (_ pg. 18)
@ Battery Pack Mount (;_ pg. 16)
@ i.LINK Connector [ i ] (_ pg. 50)
@ HDMI Connector [HDMI] (;_.. pg. 36)
@ USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector [ 4_]
(:_ pg. 47, 56, 65)
@ DC Input Connector [DC] (_. pg. 16)
(sbLock Button (_ pg. 16)
® Power/Mode Switch [OFF (CHARGE).
STANDBY/ON, MODE] (:_-_pg. 16)
@ Shoe
@ Camera Sensor
Remote Sensor (_ pg. 11)
® Stereo Microphone
@ Focus Ring (_ pg.26)
@ Lens Hood (_ pg. 10)
@ Microphone Input Connector [MIC]
@ AudioNideo Connector [AV] (7 pg. 37, 51)
@ Lens Cover Switch [ @, @ ] (_-_ pg. 18)
@ Tally Lamp (:_. pg. 70)
@ Lens
@ Lens Cover (_ pg. 18)
@ Stud Hole (_._ pg. 18}
@ Tripod Mounting Socket (_;_pg. 18)
@ SD Card Slot (_-_ pg. 19)
@ Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] (_ pg. 26)
@ Focus Assist Button [FOCUS ASSIST]
(_-_ pg. 26)
O Infrared Beam Transmitting Window
O ZOOM (T/W) Buttons
Zoom In/Out
Up Button
Rotate Button (counterclockwise)
(s pg. 31)
O Skip Backward Button
Left Button
Back Button
O PLAYLIST Button (:_ pg. 44)
0 START/STOP Button
SNAPSHOT Button (:_ pg. 21)
@ INFO Button (:.7 pg. 40)
@ Skip Forward Button
@ PLAY/PAUSE Button
@ Right Button
@ Next Button
@ Down Button
Rotate Button (clockwise) (_ pg. 31)
@ INDEX Button
@ DATE Button
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Indications on LCD Monitor
(_ Selected Recording Mode Indicator
(:_ pg, 24)
@)Tele Macro Mode Indicator (:_, pg, 29)
® Approximate Zoom Ratio (:_-_pg. 22)
@ Inhibit Indicator
® Zoom Indicator (:_._pg, 22)
® Focus Assist Indicator (_ pg, 26)
Shutter Speed (:_ pg. 25)
® Brightness/Sharpness Control Indicator
(_ pg, 29, 70)
® Battery Indicator (_, pg. 78)
@ Date/Time (_ pg. 17)
@ Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(_ pg, 26)
@ Selected Recording Medium Indicator
(_J pg, 68, 69)
@ Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(_ pg, 70)
@ Effect Mode Indicator (_ pg. 29)
@ Program AE Mode Indicator (_ pg, 24)/
_i_A : Nightalive Indicator (:_, pg, 27)
@ White Balance Indicator (_ pg. 28)
Aperture Value (F-number) (_ pg, 25)
@ -+0 :Exposure Adjustment Indicator
(_ pg, 26)
[] : Backlight Compensation Indicator
(: -_pg, 27)
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(_ pg, 27)
@ Iris Lock Indicator (_-_ pg, 27)
Mode Indicator (_ pg, 20)
@ Wind Cut Indicator (_ pg, 68)
@ Picture Quality (_ pg. 68)
_) Remaining Time (_ pg, 20, 81)
® Counter (_ pg. 68)
® eREC : (Appears during recording,)
(;_ pg. 20)
Ill : (Appears during record-standby
mode.)
External Microphone Input Level Indicator
(:_- pg. 68)
® Event Indicator (_ pg,23)
® Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) Indicator
(Appears when [OIS] is set to [OFF].)
(:__,pg. 68)
Mode Indicator (:,_ pg, 21)
@ ISO Sensitivity
(GAIN): When set to [AUTO], there is no
indication, (_ pg. 69)
@ Focus Indicator (:_ pg, 21)
_) Image Size (_ pg, 69)
® Picture Quality (_ pg. 69)
® Remaining Number of Shots (_ pg, 81)
_0 D I: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(:_ pg. 69)
Fd_: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator
(_:_ pg. 69)
® Shooting Indicator (:_, pg, 21)
® Self-Timer Recording Indicator (_ pg, 69)
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®
Mode Indicator (:_ pg. 30)
@ I_ : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears
when playing back a playlist.) (_ pg. 45)
@E : Event Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file
from the event search.) (_ pg. 33)
QD : Date Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file
from the date search.) (_ pg. 32)
® Picture Quality (_ pg. 68)
@ Playback Mode (_-_ pg. 30)
• : Playback
II : Pause
I_ : Forward Search
: Reverse Search
I1• : Forward Slow-Motion
4111 : Reverse Slow-Motion
(The number on the left shows speed.)
® Counter (7 pg. 68)
® Volume Level Indicator
_0 Battery Indicator (_ pg. 78)
® Date/Time (:_, pg. 70)
® Selected Medium Indicator (_ pg. 68, 69)
@ Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(_ pg. 70)
® Effect Mode Indicator (_ pg. 34)
@ Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (_-_ pg. 35)
Mode Indicator (_ pg. 31)
@ Folder/File Number
@ Slide Show Playback Indicator (:_ pg. 31)
@ Battery Indicator (:_, pg. 78)
® Date/Time (_ pg. 70)
® Selected Medium Indicator (:_ pg. 68, 69)
_0 Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(_ pg. 70)
® Effect Mode Indicator (:_, pg. 34)
Operation guide display
The operation guide is displayed at the
bottom of the screen during menu display
etc.
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Necessary Settings before Use
Power/Mode
Switch
Access/C harge
Lamp
Set Lever MENU
Be sure to configure the following three
settings before use.
| Set the power/mode switch to OFF.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
2 Attach the battery pack.
Slide the battery pack down until it locks
in place.
BATT.--
3 Connect the AC adapter.
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• The access/charge lamp blinks to
indicate charging has started.
• When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter
from the camera.
Required charging / recording time
(approx.)
Battery pack Charging tirne Recording
BN-VF815U 1 hr.20 min.
(Provided) 1hr. 25 min.*)
BN-VF823U 3 hr.50 min.
BN-V840U
BN-V856U
*When using the viewfinder.
• To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (:_ step 2), then
remove the battery pack.
• To check the remaining battery power
See page 18.
2 hr.40 min.
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
time
2 hr. 00 min.
2 hr. 10 min.*)
3 hr.45 min.
4 hr. 00 min.*)
5 hr.25 min.
5 hr. 40 min.*)
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• You can also use the camera with just the
AC adapter.
• Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter
plug and cable. This may damage the AC
adapter.
The language on the display can be changed.
| Set the power/mode switch to
STANDBY/ON.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
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6 Select the desired language.
• To return to the previous screen
• To exit the screen
After performing steps 1-4 (;_ left column)
Select
Set
Move the set lever to 4.
Press MENU.
Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
Select
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4 Select [GENERAL].
Select
Set
5 Select [LANGUAGE].
Select
Set
Set
Set the date and time.
Select
Set
Repeat this step to input the month, day,
year, hour and minute.
• To return to the previous screen
Move the set lever to 4.
• To exit the screen
Press MENU.
You have now finished configuring the
necessary settings.
i To use the camera right away
• To configure other settings
See page 18.
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Other Settings
0 _ INDEX Power/Mode
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Lens Cover
Switch
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
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Preparation:
• Set the power/mode switch to OFF.
• Attach the battery pack,
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Battery information is displayed for approx. 3
seconds if the button is pressed and released
quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the
button is pressed and held for several seconds.
• If "COMMUNICATING ERROR" appears,
there may be a problem with your battery.
In such a case, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
• The recordable time display should only be
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute
units.
Align the camera stud hole with the tripod
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,
and then rotate the camera clockwise to
mount it to the tripod.
Bottom of the Camera
When not using the camera, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.
i Open the lens cover
Close the lens cover
Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so
may cause damage to the lens.
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Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces, It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
3 Close the SD card cover.
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IfyouwanttorecordtoanSDcard,the
followingthreeoperationsneedtobe
performed.
•Operationsareguaranteedonthefollowing
SDcards.
Videorecording:Class6compatibleSDHC
card
Stillimagerecording:Panasonic,TOSHIBA,
SanDisk,ATP(128MBto4GB)orSDHC
card(4GB)
•Ifothermediaareused,theymayfailto
recorddatacorrectly,ortheymaylosedata
thathadalreadybeenrecorded.
•MultiMediaCardsarenotsupported.
•Filesinfullhigh-definitionpicturequality
cannotberecordedonanSDcard.
•Cardsusedtorecordvideoonthiscamera
cannotbeplayedbackonotherdevices.
[ 0 Insert an SD card ]
Preparation:
Set the power/mode switch to OFF.
| Open the SD card cover.
Bottom of the
Camera
• To remove an SD card
Push the SD card once.
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
• Insert and remove the SD card only while
the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on
the card may be corrupted.
• Do not touch the terminal on the reverse
side of the label.
0 Change the recording medium
The camera is programmed to record on the
built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the
factory. You can change the recording medium
to SD card.
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and
[REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD].
(_ pg. 68, 69)
Video picture quality (_ pg. 68) will
automatically be set to [SP].
O Format an SD card when using it for
the first time
This will also ensure stable speeds and
operation when accessing the SD card.
Select [EXECUTE] in [FORMAT SD
CARD] to format the card. (_f pg. 72)
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2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped
edge first.
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Recording Files
Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to STANDBY/ON.
O Slide the power/mode switch to _ Press the PLAY/REC button to
MODE to select !_ (video) mode. _ select recording mode.
The switch returns
to the original
position when it is PLAY/REC
released.
The _ lamp on the camera lights up.
Press the REC button to start
recording.
REo
Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
• To stop recording
Press the REC button again,
• To change the picture quality
Change the settings in [QUALITY].
(_ pg. 68)
• To register a file to an event
See page 23.
• The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn the camera's power off and
then on again.
• If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically
to conserve power.To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, set the
power/mode switch to OFF, then to STANDBY/ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any
operation such as zooming.
• Video files are given the names MOV001 .TOD to MOV009.TOD, MOV00A.TOD to
MOV00RTOD, and MOV010.TOD in order of recording.
• A new file will be created for every 4 GB or approx. 19 minutes of continuous shooting.
• This camera records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VlDEO format.
• Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording. If you do so, the sound of the
hard disk drive may be recorded.
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Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to STANDBY/ON
MODE to select it'a (still image)
O Slide the power/mode switch to
mode,
The switch returns
to the original
position when it is
released.
The a lamp on the camera lights up.
• To change the picture quality
Change the settings in [QUALITY].
(_._ pg. 69)
• To record still images continuously
Set [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to
[ON]. (:__ pg. 69)
• To change the image size
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE].
(__. pg. 69)
select recording mode.
O Press the PLAY/REC button to
PLAY/REC
Press and hold the SNAPSHOT
button halfway.
The -_-indicator becomes green when
the captured image isfocused.
O Press the SNAPSHOT button toi start recording.
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• If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically
to conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, set the
power/mode switch to OFF, then to STANDBY/ON When using the AC adapter, perform any
operation such as zooming.
• The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 size may be cut off when printed. Check whether
16:9 size prints can be printed at your local print store.
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Recording Files (Continued)
O _ INDEX Power/Mode Switch
Zoom Lever
DIRECT PLAY/REC
Set Lever BACKUP/ Button
EVENT
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Preparation:
• Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to
select _ or a mode.
• Press the PLAY/REC button to select
recording mode.
Zoom out
W: Wide angle
Maximum zoom ratio is 10X (factory-preset).
Zoom in
T: Telephoto
Recording by using the viewfinder is
recommended in bright environments where
the LCD monitor is difficult to see or to
increase recording time on battery.
Preparation:
• Slide the power/rnode switch to MODE to
select _ or a mode.
• Press the PLAY/REC button to select
recording mode.
| Close the LCD monitor.
2 Extend the viewfinder.
3 Adjust the view using the control bar.
• To change the maximum zoom ratio (for
mode only)
Change tile settings in [ZOOM]. (:_ pg. 68)
Macro shooting is possible as close as
approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject when the
zoom lever is set all the way to W.
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If the LCD monitor is opened while using
the viewfinder, the picture will move to the
LCD monitor and will not be displayed in
the viewfinder. To set the viewfinder as
priority when recording, set the [PRIORITY
SETTING] to [FINDER]. (:_. pg. 71)
If you select an event to register the file to
before starting recording, the file will be
registered to the selected event, thus making
the file easy to find at playback. There are up
to 3 different destinations within each event
(for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).
Preparation:
• Slide the power/rnode switch to MODE to
select _ mode.
• Press the PLA¥/REC button to select
recording mode.
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Preparation:
• Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to
select _ mode.
• Press the PLAY/REC button to select
recording mode.
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The maximum recording time is displayed for
each picture quality mode.
• To return to the normal screen
Press the l_ button again.
2 Select [ON/SELECT].
Select
Set
3 Select the event that you want to
register the file to.
• To select a different destination, select
[NEXT PAGE].
• To cancel the event registration, select
[NON SECTION].
Select
Set
The selected event is displayed on the screen.
Press the REC button to start recording.
• To exit the screen
Press EVENT.
• To search by event for a file to play back
See page 32.
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Once you select to register a file to a certain event,
the setting will remain even if you turn the power off.
Unless you change the setting, you will register a file
to the same event that you had previously selected.
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Manual Recording
Focus Ring
._et Lever
AUTO/MANUAL
Switch
BACK LIGHT
PLAY/REC
Power/Mode _
Button
FUNCTION
FOCUS
FOCUS
ASSIST
Manual recording mode enables you to set
the focus and screen brightness etc. manually.
You need to switch to this mode because auto
recording mode, which adjusts these settings
automatically, is selected by default.
Preparation:
• Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to
select _ or a mode.
• Press the PLAY/REC button to select
recording mode.
Press twice.
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BRIGHT
Q-MENU
You can record videos or still images with
optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure
and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or
the subject.
After performing "To Change to Manual
Recording Mode" (:__, left column)
2 Select the desired setting.
For details on each setting, see below.
Select
Set
• To cancel the program AE
Select [OFF] in step 2.
• Items for program AE setting
• _ PORTRAIT:
The subject in the foreground is
accentuated by blurring the background.
• _-. SPORTS:
Records fast moving subjects clearly.
• _ SNOW:
Cornpensates for subjects that may
appear too dark when shooting in
extremely bright surroundings, such as
in snow.
• [] SPOTLIGHT:
Select this when a spotlight makes a
subject appear too bright.
• _r TWILIGHT:
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
• To return to the auto recording mode
Press the AUTO/MANUAL button so that
the _ indicator appears.
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Youcanaddablurringeffecttothebackground
bysettingtheaperturevalue(F-number).
After performing "To Change to Manual
Recording Mode" (:__, pg. 24)
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A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion
of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter
speed can blur the subject to give the
impression of motion.
After performing "To Change to Manual
Recording Mode" (;_. pg. 24)
1 s
2 Select the desired setting. (F1.8 to
F8.0)
The lower the F-nurnber (larger aperture
value), the more blurred the background
will become. The higher the F-number
(smaller aperture value), the clearer the
focus will be for both near and far objects.
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• To cancel the aperture priority setting
Press the A button so that the value
indicator disappears.
2 Select the desired setting (1/2 to
1/4000 in m&tmode, 1/2 to 1/500 in I_1
mode).
The smaller the value, the faster the
shutter speed.
• To cancel the shutter speed setting
Press the S button so that the value
indicator disappears.
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If the image is too bright, set to a larger
F-number. If the image is too dark, set to a
smaller F-number.
Itis recommended to use the tripod (_- pg. 18)
when recording with a slow shutter speed.
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After performing "To Change to Manual
Recording Mode" (_ pg. 24)
After performing "To Change to Manual
Recording Mode" (:_ pg. 24)
] ] Focus
BRIGHT
2 Select the desired setting. (-6 to +6
in _t mode, -2.0EV to +2.0EV in I_1
mode)
I_II-MENU
. tS Select
Set
• To lock the exposure
After you finish configuring the setting,
press and hold the set lever for more than 2
seconds. The I] indicator appears.
• To cancel the brightness setting
Press the BRIGHT button so that the value
indicator disappears.
Slide the focus ring to adjust the
focus.
• To cancel the manual focus setting
Press the FOCUS button so that the Jl/-=-
indicator disappears.
I F°cus Assist I
The borderlines of focused images are
displayed in blue. Use these as a guide for
adjusting the focus precisely,
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• To cancel the focus assist mode
Press the FOCUS ASSIST button again.
• To change the borderline color
Change the settings in [FOCUS ASSIST].
(:_-, pg. 70)
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If you use focus assist in dark places, the
grainy sections gain color, and the color of the
borderline becomes difficult to see.
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