Read these INSTRUCTIONS to
enjoy your CAMCORDER.
For more details on the
operations, refer to the
Advanced INSTRUCTIONS in
the supplied CD-ROM.
EN
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.
Before use, please read the safety
information and precautions contained in
pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this
product.
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EN
Safety Precautions
GETTING STARTED
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:
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.
Blue to N (Neutral)
or Black
Brown to L (Live)
or Red
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.
NOTES:
The rating plate and safety caution are on the
•
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
The serial number plate is on the battery pack mount.
•
The rating information and safety caution of the
•
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
WARNING:
The battery pack, the camcorder with battery
installed, and the remote control with battery
installed should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
Remove the mains plug immediately if the
•
camcorder functions abnormally.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo, Sony or
Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
•
Keep away from children.
•
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
•
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both
sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper,
or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must
be considered and the local rules or laws governing the
disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places
with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment,
fire or electric shock may be caused.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause
eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal
circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage
to the camcorder and to the user.
Carrying or holding the camcorder 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 camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.)
camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock
or damage to the unit,
first firmly insert the
small end of the power
cord into the AC Adapter
until it is no longer
wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power cord
into an AC outlet.
to the
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EN
Information for Users on Disposal of Old
GETTING STARTED
Equipment and Batteries
Battery
Products
[European Union]
These symbols indicate that the electrical and
electronic equipment and the battery with this symbol
should not be disposed of as general household
waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the products should
be handed over to the applicable collection points for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment as
well as batteries for proper treatment, recovery and
recycling in accordance with your national legislation
and the Directive 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will help
to conserve natural resources and will help to prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and
human health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of these products.
For more information about collection points and
recycling of these products, please contact your
local municipal office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
[Business users]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please
visit our web page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain
information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to dispose of these items, please do so
in accordance with applicable national legislation or
other rules in your country for the treatment of old
electrical and electronic equipment and batteries.
Notice:
The sign Pb below the symbol
for batteries indicates that this
battery contains lead.
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.
leave equipment switched on when it is
DON’T
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.
obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
DON’T
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!
Remember that this camcorder 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
“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks
•
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
•
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
x.v.Colour™ is a trademark of
•
Sony Corporation.
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI
•
Licensing, LLC.
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 Inc.
•
iTunes, iMovie, iPhoto are trademarks of Apple
•
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks
•
and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.
Other product and company names included in
•
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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EN
Easy Start Guide
GETTING STARTED
Charge the battery before recording
Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack.
Do not remove the AC adapter,
the battery pack or the SD
card when the access lamp is
blinking.
CAUTION
Fire or injury may result if batteries NOT approved by JVC are used. Only use the
batteries specified on page 41.
Access lamp
blinks: Accessing files
The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.
Power/charge lamp
blinks: Charging
goes out: Charging finished
Battery Pack
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
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EN
Date/Time Setting
GETTING STARTED
Open the LCD monitor to
Q
turn on the camcorder
Power button
Select the city closest to
the area where you use
T
the camcorder
LCD monitor
Select [YES] within
R
10 seconds
Slide your finger up and down on the
sensor. Then touch OK.
When the message disappears, press the
•
power button for at least 2 seconds to turn
off the power, and then press it again for at
least 2 seconds.
Touch the sensors with your finger. The
•
sensors do not function if you touch them
with your finger nail or with gloves on.
Select [CLOCK SETTING]
S
Select [ON] if daylight
U
saving time is observed
Set the date and time
V
Touch sensor: Sets the date and time
: Moves the cursor to the right
&
OK: Clock starts
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EN
Video recording
GETTING STARTED
CAUTION
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.
Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode
Q
Select recording mode (REC)
R
The mode changes when
you press the button.
The auto recording
indicator appears.
Start recording
S
Press the START/STOP
button to start recording,
and press it again to stop.
Remaining space on
the recording media
Video Quality
Record-standby
Recording
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EN
Playing back
GETTING STARTED
Select playback mode (PLAY)
Q
The mode changes when
you press the button.
Select the desired file
R
Select F (Touch OK)
S
Index screen
Playback screen
To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 22)
Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER.
For more details on the operations, refer to the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS in the
supplied CD-
In order to view the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS, Adobe
Adobe
Adobe
http://www.adobe.com/
NOTE
Select your desired language with a single click.
The model name is indicated on the bottom of your camcorder.
ROM.
®
Reader® must be installed.
®
Reader® can be loaded from Adobe’s web site:
®
Acrobat® ReaderTM or
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EN
How to use the Touch
A
B
GETTING STARTED
Sensor
After the menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor:
Q Slide your finger up and down on the
sensor.
R Select [SET]. (Touch OK.)
To select an on-screen button appearing on
the left side, touch the portion of the sensor
next to the on-screen button.
To select an on-screen button appearing at
the bottom of the screen, touch the buttons
underneath them.
Read This First!
Make a backup of important recorded data
It is recommended to copy your important
recorded data to a DVD or other recording
media for storage. JVC will not be responsible
for any lost data.
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 camcorder if it does not operate
correctly
Close the LCD monitor and remove the power
supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the
camcorder, then reattach it.
Precautions on handling batteries
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/
•
VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This product
includes patented and other proprietary
technology and is made to be used with the
JVC battery and not with other batteries.
JVC cannot guar
performance of this product when it is
operated by other batteries.
If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic
•
discharge, turn off the power before using it
again.
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the
camcorder immediately and consult your
nearest JVC dealer
Recorded data may be erased while the
•
camcorder is being repaired or inspected.
Back up all data before requesting repairs or
inspections.
Because camcorders 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].
antee saf
ety or
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EN
AP-V20M
BN-VF815U
LY37115-001B
RM-V760U
CR2025
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Accessories
AC AdapterPower Cord
Shoe Adapter
An optional microphone or light can be
attached to the shoe adapter.
Slide the shoe cover
in the direction of the
arrow to reveal the shoe
adapter mounting socket.
Battery Pack
AV CableUSB Cable
Shoe AdapterRemote Control
Lithium Battery
Pre-installed in the
remote control.
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for
connections. Do not use any other cables.
Component Cable
CD-ROM
Mount the accessory
shoe adapter.
Fasten the shoe adapter
to the shoe adapter
mounting socket by
turning the screw in the
direction of the arrow.
Insert a microphone, etc.
from behind the shoe
adapter.
NOTE
Do not try to attach a microphone, etc. to the
shoe adapter forcibly.
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EN
Preparing the Remote Control
IN
FO
SNAP
SHO
T
START
/STOP
I
NDEX
GETTING STARTED
A battery is included inside the remote control
at the time of purchase.
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Beam Effective Area
Remote Sensor
Effective distance:
Max. 4 m
NOTE
The transmitted beam may not be effective
or may cause incorrect operation when the
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight
or powerful lighting.
To Reinsert the Battery
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock
tab.
8
9 USER Button [U]
: Adjustment dial/SET Button
; FOCUS/BRIGHT Switch
< HDMI Mini Connector (Z
p
= Component Connector (Z p
>
(headphones) Connector
? DC Connector
@ START/STOP Button (Z
A AV Connector (Z p
. 25, 28)
p
. 19)
B MIC (microphone) Connector
C Stereo Microphone
D Batter
y Release Button (Z p. 16)
E Tripod Mounting Socket
. 27)
et (Z p. 10)
. 24)
. 24)
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window
R START/STOP Button
S ZOOM (T) Button (Zoom in)
T Left Button
U ZOOM (W) Button (Zoom Out)
V INFO Button
W SNAPSHOT Button
X PLAY/PAUSE/SET Button
Y Right Button
Z INDEX Button*
* Each time you press INDEX, the screen
switches as shown below:
! mode only:
Index Screen « Group Index Screen
Tripod Mounting
Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,
and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to
mount it to the tripod.
NOTE
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camcorder.
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EN
Indications on LCD Monitor
1. 11 . 2010
1 6 : 5 5
STD
GETTING STARTED
During both Video and Still Image
Recording
! Selected Recording Mode Indicator
(Z p.
19, 20)
@: Auto Mode
3: Manual Mode
# Scene Select Indicator
$ Eff
ect Mode Indicator
% White Balance Indicator
Zoom Indicator (Z
&
( Recording Medium Indicator
) Monitor Bac
* Image Stabilizer Indicator (Z p. 20)
+ Focus Assist Indicator
, Battery Indicator
This camcorder is designed to be used with
high-definition or PAL-type color television
signals. It cannot be used with a television of a
different standard.
Connection with TV
You can output videos from the HDMI
connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV
connector. Select the connector that best suits
your television.
Preparation:
Turn off all units.
To connect using the HDMI mini
connector
We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI
cable (High Speed cable).
HDMI Mini Connector
DC Connector
AC Adapter
HDMI Cable (optional)
(Mini to full-sized HDMI cable)
NOTE
When connecting to the HDMI cable, the
•
image or sound may not appear on the TV
properly depending on the TV connected.
In such cases, perform the following
operations.
1)
Disconnect the HDMI cab
le and
connect it again.
n off and on the camcorder again.
2) Tur
To connect using the COMPONENT
connector
AV Connector
COMPONENT Connector
DC Connector
Component
Cable
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
AV Cable
HDMI Connector
To AC Outlet
COMPONENT
Input Connector
NOTE
Audio L/R Input
Connector
Video Connector
is not in use.
Change the settings in [CONNECTION
SETTINGS]
according to the connection.
[COMPONENT OUTPUT]
&
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EN
USING WITH TV
To connect using the AV connector
AV Connector
DC Connector
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
AV Input Connector
NOTE
Change the settings in [CONNECTION
SETTINGS]
screen size of your television.
[VIDEO OUTPUT] to suit the
&
AV Cable
Playback Operation
After the connection with TV is completed
1 Turn on the camcorder and the TV.
2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
3 (Only when connecting the camcorder to
the VCR/DVD recorder)
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX
input mode.
4 Start playback on the camcorder.
(Z p. 22, 23)
To display camcorder’s on-screen
display on TV
Set [CONNECTION SETTINGS]
[DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON].
NOTE
When the video was recorded with
x.v.Colour™ set to [ON], change the
x.v.Colour™ setting on TV. For details, refer to
the TV’s instruction manual.
&
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EN
COPYING
COPYING
Copying Files
Types of Copying and Connectable Device
The Camcorder
You can copy files between the
built-in memory and the SD card
with this camcorder alone.
DVD Burner
CU-VD50/CU-VD3
You can copy files recorded on
this camcorder onto discs.
BD Burner
Model No.
LaCie
LG Model No.BE06LU10
You can copy files recorded on
NOTE
It is recommended to use the JVC DVD
•
burner CU-VD50 or CU-VD3. If you use
CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time
may take approx. 2 times longer than the
time that is described in the instruction
manual of DVD burner.
Recommended USB external hard disk drive
•
SeagateFreeAgent™ Desk series
LaCieDesign by Neil Poulton series
USB external hard disk drive with the capacity
•
over 2 TB cannot be used.
this camcorder onto discs.
USB External Hard Disk Drive
You can copy files recorded
on this camcorder onto a USB
external hard disk drive.
PC
You can copy files from the
camcorder to a disc using a PC.
VCR/DVD Recorder
You can dub video recorded on
this camcorder onto VCR/DVD
recorder.
301828
Using a BD/DVD Burner
The files in the camcorder can be backed up to
a disc using a BD/DVD burner.
Use one of the following methods to view
•
the disc. (If you try to play back the disc with
incompatible player, the disc may not be
ejected.)
-
Playing back the disc in the BD/DVD burner
using the camcorder.
ying back the disc using a BD/DVD
- Pla
burner.*
ying back the disc on a PC.*
- Pla
- Playing back the disc using a BD/DVD player
that supports BD-MV and AVCHD.*
* The DVD must first be finalized using the
camcorder’s menu.
Only the BD/DVD created from the
•
camcorder can be played by operating the
BD/DVD burner while connected to the
Camcorder.
When connecting the DVD burner CU-VD50
•
to a TV, you can play back the created disc
without using the camcorder. When playing
back disconnect the USB cable.
Connection with a BD/DVD Burner
Preparation:
Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the
BD/DVD burner.
USB Connector
USB Cable
BD/DVD Burner
DC Connector
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
USB Connector
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EN
NOTE
COPYING
Refer also to the BD/DVD burner’s instruction
•
manual.
When connecting to a DVD burner, use the USB
•
cable that came with the DVD burner.
When connecting to a BD burner, use a
•
USB cable with Mini-A(Male) to B(Male)
connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is
recommended. Refer to page 35 for information
on contacting JVC.
Backup All Files
Preparation:
Select ! or # mode.
•
Select built-in memory or SD card to copy
•
from.
Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD
•
burner.
When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE
•
REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type.
4 Select [YES] or [NO].
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.
•
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or
•
by playlist.
5 Select [EXECUTE].
The files are copied on the disc. When
•
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS
•
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,
change the disc. Remaining files are
copied on the second disc.
To cancel copying, select [STOP].
•
Copying Video Files that Have Never
Been Copied
Files that have never been copied to the discs
are automatically selected and copied.
1 Select [CREATE FROM ALL] (!
mode) or [SAVE ALL] (# mode).
2 Select the desired setting.
! mode: [ALL SCENES]
•
# mode: [ALL IMAGES]
All files in the recording medium are copied.
! mode: [UNSAVED SCENES]
•
# mode: [UNSAVED IMAGES]
Files that have never been copied are
automatically selected and copied.
3 Select [EXECUTE].
1 Press the < (Power) button for
more than 2 seconds to turn on the
camcorder.
2 Press DIRECT DISC.
3 Select [YES] or [NO].
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.
•
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or
•
by playlist.
4 Select [EXECUTE].
The files are copied on the disc. When
•
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS
•
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,
change the disc. Remaining files are
copied on the second disc.
To cancel the disc creation, select
•
[CANCEL].
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Copying Files (Continued)
To quit the screen
1) Select [QUIT].
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].
NOTE
This method can be used to copy video files
to discs in a computer connected to the
camcorder. The computer should be installed
with Everio MediaBrowser. (Z
p. 29)
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder
Preparation:
Create a playlist.
•
Turn off all units.
•
COPYING
To connect using the AV connectors
(analog dubbing)
AV Connector
DC Connector
AC Adapter
AV Cable
To AC Outlet
VCR/DVD Recorder
1 Press the < (Power) button for
more than 2 seconds to turn on the
camcorder.
2 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX
input mode.
Check that the images from the camcorder
are input correctly to the VCR/DVD
recorder.
3 Play back playlists on the camcorder.
1) Touch MENU.
2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK].
3) Select the desired playlist.
4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is
displayed for 5 seconds at the beginning
and the end of the footage.)
4 At the point you want to start
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/
DVD recorder.
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s
instruction manual.
To stop dubbing
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder.
To hide the date or icons on the screen
Change the settings in [CONNECTION
SETTINGS]
dubbing.
Switching indication modes on LCD
monitor
Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications
on LCD monitor switch as shown below:
In recording mode:
All indications/Indications for selected
functions
In playback mode:
All indications/Only date and time/No
indications
[DISPLAY ON TV] before
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AV Connector
(Input)
EN
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PC OPERATION
Creating a Disc Using a PC
You can copy the data from the camcorder and
create a disc using a PC.
Installing the software to the PC
Q
System Requirements
OS*: Windows 7 Home premium 32/64-bit
Windows Vista
Home Premium (SP2) 32/64-bit
Windows XP Home Edition (SP3) or
Professional (SP3)
CPU: Intel
RAM: Windows 7: At least 2 GB
* Preinstalled versions only.
NOTE
Make sure your PC has a recordable BD/
•
DVD drive.
If your system does not meet the
•
requirements, it is recommended to copy
files using a BD/DVD burner. (Z
Macintosh users may use the software
•
included with their Macintosh (iMovie ’08,
’09, iPhoto) to import files to their computer.
Preparation:
Load the provided CD
In Windows 7 and Windows Vista, the auto
play dialog box appears.
®
CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or higher
®
(Intel
recommended.)
Windows Vista
Windows
To check the PC specification
ght-click on [Computer] (or [My Computer])
Ri
in the [Start] menu and select [Pr
Mac Computer
You can import files from this unit to a
PC using Apple’s iMovie’08, ‘09(video) or
iPhoto (still image). To verify the system
requirements, select “About This Mac” from
the Apple menu. You can determine the
operating system version, processor and
amount of memory.
For the latest information on iMovie or
•
iPhoto, refer to the Apple web-site.
For details on how to use iMovie or iPhoto,
•
refer to the help file of the respective
software.
There is no guarantee that the operations
•
will work in all environments.
®
Home Basic (SP2) or
CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or higher
®
: At least 2 GB
®
XP: At least 1 GB
operties].
. 26)
p
-ROM into the PC.
1 Click [Easy Installation].
Follow the on-screen instructions.
2 Click [Next].
3 Click [Finish].
Everio MediaBrowser icons are created on
the desktop.
Everio MediaBrowser Player is a software
that plays BD/AVCHD discs on the PC.
(DVD-Video discs cannot be played.)
To see the Instruction Guide for Everio
MediaBrowser
1) Double-click the icon of Everio
MediaBrowser.
k [Help], and click [MediaBrowser Help].
2) Clic
ClickClick
PC OPERATION
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Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued)
PC OPERATION
Making Backup on the PC
R
Preparation:
Install the software to the PC.
•
Make sure that enough free space is left in
•
the PC’s HDD.
Press the < (Power) button for more than
•
2 seconds to turn off the camcorder.
USB Connector
Power button
USB Cable
USB Connector
1 Press the < (Power) button for
more than 2 seconds to turn on the
camcorder.
2 Select [BACK UP].
3 Click [All volume in camcorder] and
click [Next].
4 Click [Start].
Backup starts.
To disconnect the camcorder from the
PC
1)
Right-clic
Hardware) on the task bar and select
[Safely remove USB Mass Storage
Device].
2) F
make sure that the device can be safely
removed.
3) Disconnect the USB cable and close the
LCD monitor.
NOTE
It takes time to back up many videos.
k the icon (Safely Remove
ollow the on-screen instructions and
Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC.
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Making User Lists to Arrange the
S
Files
You can make a user list of a certain subject
(such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the fi les
related to the subject into the user list.
Preparation:
Make backup on the PC.
1 Double-click the icon to open the
calendar.
2 Select [Movies only].
3 Click [+].
5 Click the recording date.
The fi les recorded on the day are displayed.
6 Drag and drop the fi le into the user
list.
To add other fi les into the user list, repeat
steps 5 and 6.
PC OPERATION
4 Input the name of the new user list
and click [OK].
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Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued)
PC OPERATION
Copying Files to a disc
T
Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats.
Select the one that suits your purpose.
DVD-Video
disc:
AVCHD disc:
BD:
Suitable if you will give the disc
to your friends and relatives.
Suitable for high quality video.
Suitable for high quality video
with long recording time.
1 Select the user list and click [Create
Disc].
2 Select the disc type and click [Next].
3 Click [Select files individually] and
click [Next].
To add all the files onto discs, click [Select
all files displayed], then go to step 5.
4 Drag and drop the file, into the part at
the bottom and click [Next].
5 Input the disc name, select the top
menu style and click [Next].
6 Click [Start].
NOTE
When copying video recorded in UXP
•
recording mode to create an AVCHD disc,
the video needs to be converted to XP
recording mode before copying. Therefore,
it may take longer time than copying video
recorded in other modes.
Use Everio MediaBrowser Player to play
•
back the disc. Refer to the help of the
provided Everio MediaBrowser software to
operate.
For detail on operating Everio MediaBrowser,
•
click [Help] and refer to [MediaBrowser Help].
Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read
•
[MediaBrowser Help]. Adobe
be downloaded from Adobe’s web site:
Video files with defective
management information are
saved.
Contains management information
files of event and/or disc creation
information for the files taken with
the camcorder.
Video file in AVCHD format
For Macintosh users
To copy files to a computer
1) Connect the camcorder to the computer with the USB cab
le.
2) Select [PLAYBACK ON PC].
3) Click [EVERIO_MEM/EVERIO_SD] displayed on the computer screen.
4) Click
.
Search the files you want referring the folder structure above.
5) Copy files to any folder on the PC (such as the desktop).
ClickCopy
X = number
(The screen is the image of Mac OS X.)
To edit files
Use the software compatible with AVCHD/JPEG.
NOTE
Do not move or delete the folders and the files in the camcorder.
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Using with a Portable Media Player
PC OPERATION
Turning on the Export Mode
You can easily transfer videos recorded in
export mode to iTunes
export setting turned on are transferred to PC.
For details on transferring, refer to the help of
Ev
io MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM.
er
Preparation:
Select ! mode.
•
Select the recording mode.
•
®
. All the files with the
Press EXPORT twice.
To turn off the export mode
Press EXPORT twice.
Making the Export Setting
You can set the recorded videos to be
exported to iTunes
Preparation:
Select ! mode.
•
Select the playback mode.
•
®
.
1 Press EXPORT.
To cancel the export setting
Select the file and select [
To quit the screen
1) Select [DONE].
Select [YES].
2)
To confirm the export setting
Press EXPORT on the index screen.
] again.
Transferring the Files to PC
Preparation:
Install iTunes
http://www.apple.com/itunes/
®
on a PC.
1 Connect the camcorder to the PC
with the USB cable.
2 Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY].
All the files with the export setting turned
on are transferred to PC.
2 Select the file and select [].
To check the content of the file, select
[CHECK].
3 Select [DONE].
If you cannot export the file to iTunes
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for
Latest Product Info] in the help of the
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.
®
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Uploading Files to Websites
PC OPERATION
Turning on the Upload Mode
You can upload the file to video sharing
websites (YouTube™) easily after recording.
Preparation:
Select ! mode.
•
Select the recording mode.
•
Press UPLOAD twice.
If you record a file with the upload mode
set on, the recording stops automatically
10
minutes after the recording is started.
The remaining time is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
NOTE
The upload mode turns off each time recording
is finished.
Customer Support Information
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.
Uploading Files
For details on uploading files, refer to the help
of Everio MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM.
1 Connect the camcorder to the PC
with the USB cable.
2 Select [UPLOAD].
If you cannot upload the file to
YouTube™
You need your YouTube™ account to
•
upload files to YouTube™. Create your
account.
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,
•
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for
Latest Product Info] in the help of the
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.
JVC
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service
Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the
following information ready.
Product Name, Model, Problem, Error Message
•
PC (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB/GB), Available Hard Disk Space
•
(GB))
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.
Pixela
RegionLanguagePhone #
USA and CanadaEnglish+1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)
Europe (UK, Germany, France,
and Spain)
Other Countries in Europe
Asia (Philippines)English+63-2-438-0090
ChinaChinese10800-163-0014 (toll-free)
Homepage: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.
Before requesting service, consult the following chart. If the solutions indicated in the chart do not
solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions.
Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC’s website.
The following phenomena are not malfunctions.
The camcorder heats up when it is used for a long time.
•
The battery heats up during charging.
•
When playing back a video, the image stops momentarily or the sound is interrupted at junctions
•
between scenes.
LCD monitor momentarily become red or black when sunlight is recorded.
•
Black spots, or red, green, or blue spots appear on the LCD monitor.
•
(The LCD monitor contains 99.99% effective pixels, but 0.01% or fewer pixels may be ineffective.)
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and
interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case,
reset the camera. (Z
p
. 37)
TroubleAction
No power is supplied.
Power
The power/charge lamp
blinks when the LCD
monitor is closed.
Display
The remaining battery
display is not correct.
The LCD monitor is
difficult to see.
Connect the AC adapter correctly.
•
Recharge the battery pack.
•
[QUICK RESTART] is set to [ON].
•
The battery is being charged.
•
Fully charge the battery pack, run it down, and then recharge it
•
again.
If the camcorder is used for long periods of time in high or low
•
temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the
amount of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.
The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas
•
such as under direct sunlight.
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TroubleAction
FURTHER INFORMATION
Recording
Recording cannot be
performed.
Vertical lines appear on
recorded images.
Sound or video are
interrupted.
Playback
Cannot find a recorded
video.
The camcorder operates
slowly when switching
between video mode
and still image mode,
or when switching the
power on or off.
The lamp does not flash
Other problems
during battery pack
charging.
The remote control does
not work.
Cannot upload the file to
YouTube™.
Cannot export the file to
®
iTunes
.
Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).
•
Such phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated by
•
bright light. This is not a malfunction.
Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section
•
between two scenes. This is not a malfunction.
Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on
•
the index screen. (Video files that have damaged management
information can be played back.)
Cancel group display and date search functions.
•
Change the setting in [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] or [REC MEDIA
•
FOR IMAGE]. (Files on other media are not displayed.)
If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes
•
time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you
copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase
the files from the camcorder.
Check the remaining battery pack charge.
•
(When the battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not flash.)
When recharging in either a hot or cold environment, ensure that
•
battery is being charged within the permitted temperature range.
(If the battery pac
temperature range, recharging may stop to protect the battery
pack.)
Replace the battery.
•
Set [REMOTE] to [ON].
•
The remote control may not operate outdoors or in places
•
exposed to strong light.
You need your YouTube™ account to upload files to YouTube™.
•
Create your account.
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.
•
in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio
MediaBrowser software.
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.
•
in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio
MediaBrowser software.
k is being recharged outside the permitted
If a malfunction occurs in the built-in memory
! Perform [FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.]. (All data is deleted.)
# If this does not solv
To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally
! Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the
camcorder, then reattach it.
# Ex
ecute [FACTORY PRESET].
e the prob
lem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs.
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Warning Indications
FURTHER INFORMATION
IndicationAction
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the
•
SET DATE/TIME!
clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
COMMUNICATING ERROR
CANNOT USE IN
VIDEO MODE
NOT FORMATTED
FORMAT ERROR!
DATA DELETION ERROR
ERROR IN BUILT-IN MEMORY!
MEMORY CARD ERROR!
RECORDING CANCELLED
RECORDING FAILURE
PLAYBACK FAILED
INSUFFICIENT SPACE
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS
DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS
REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK,
RECOVER?
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
•
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [BUILT-IN MEMORY].
•
Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that
•
support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.)
Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.
•
Check the operating procedure, and perform once again.
•
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.
•
Perform formatting. (All data is deleted.)
•
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.
•
Perform formatting. (All data is deleted.)
•
Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot be
•
used.)
Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.
•
Insert the SD card before switching the power on.
•
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.
•
Do not change the folder name on a computer.
•
Turn off the camcorder and turn it on again.
•
Prevent the camcorder from vibration and shock.
•
SD card:
Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot be
•
used.)
Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.
•
Insert the SD card before switching the power on.
•
Built-in memory:
Do not allow the camcorder to be subject to impact/vibrations.
•
Delete files. Move files to a PC or other devices.
•
Replace the SD card with a new one.
•
Select [OK] to restore.
•
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Specifications
FURTHER INFORMATION
General
Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
Approx. 4.0 W*
* When the monitor backlight is set to
[STANDARD] mode.
Dimensions (W x H x D)
67 mm x 72 mm x 135 mm
Weight
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Operating humidity
Pickup
Lens
Filter diameter
LCD monitor
Flash
AV output
HDMI
Component output
USB
Headphones
Microphone
400 g
x.
Appro
Approx. 485 g (incl. battery pack)
0°C to 40°C
–20°C to 50°C
35% to 80%
Camera/LCD monitor
1/2.3" (10,620,000 pixels) progressive CMOS
F 2.8 to 4.5, f = 6.7 mm to 67.0 mm,
10:1 power zoom lens
ø46 mm
2.8" diagonally measured,
LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Within 2 m
(recommended shooting distance)
Connectors
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k
®
(V.1.3 with x.v.Colour™)
HDMI
Y, Pb, Pr component output
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75
Pb/Pr: 700 mV (p-p), 75
Mini USB type A and type B,
2.0 compliant
USB
ø3.5 mm mini-jack, stereo, analog output
ø3.5 mm mini-jack, stereo, analog input
W
W
W
W
AC Adapter
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 V
Output
DC 11 V
§
Remote Control
Power supply
DC 3 V
Battery life
Approx. 1 year
(depending on the frequency of use)
Operating distance
Within 4 m
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (W x H x D)
32.5 mm x 15.6 mm x 68 mm
Weight
Approx. 16 g (incl. battery)
Still image
Format
JPEG
Image size
4:3 mode:3648 x 2736 / 3200 x 2400 /
16:9 mode: 3648 x 2056 / 3200 x 1800 /
Image quality
FINE / STANDARD
Video
Signal format
1080/50i
Recording/Playback format
Recording mode (video)
Recording mode (audio)
Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Video:
Audio:Dolby Digital (2ch)
UXP:VBR, average of 24 Mbps
XP:VBR, average of 17 Mbps
SP:VBR, average of 12 Mbps
EP:VBR, average of 5 Mbps
48 kHz, 256 kbps
, 50 Hz/60 Hz
$
, 1 A
2592 x 1944 / 1600 x 1200 /
640 x 480
2592 x 1456 / 1920 x 1080 /
1280 x 720
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Specifications (Continued)
FURTHER INFORMATION
Approximate recordable time (for video)
h: hour/m: minute
Recording medium
Quality
UXP5 h 54 m20 m40 m1 h 20 m2 h 40 m
XP8 h 21 m30 m1 h 00 m2 h 00 m4 h 00 m
SP11 h 49 m42 m1 h 28 m2 h 56 m5 h 52 m
EP29 h 34 m1 h 48 m3 h 40 m7 h 20 m14 h 40 m
Built-in MemorySDHC Card
64 GB 4 GB8 GB16 GB32 GB
Approximate number of images (for still image)
Recording medium
Image size/Quality
3648 x 2056 / FINE
3648 x 2056 / STANDARD
3200 x 1800 / FINE
3200 x 1800 / STANDARD
16:9
2592 x 1456 / FINE
2592 x 1456 / STANDARD
1920 x 1080 / FINE
1920 x 1080 / STANDARD
1280 x 720 / FINE
1280 x 720 / STANDARD
3648 x 2736 / FINE
3648 x 2736 / STANDARD
3200 x 2400 / FINE
3200 x 2400
4:3
2592 x 1944 /
2592 x 1944
1600 x 1200 / FINE
1600 x 1200 / STANDARD
640 x 480 / FINE
640 x 480 / STANDARD
The recordable time and the number of still images are approximate and may differ depending on the
recording environment, the condition of the built-in memory or the SD card, or the remaining battery
power.
* When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
h: hour/m: minute
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Cautions
FURTHER INFORMATION
Battery Pack
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. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. 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
To prevent damage and prolong service life
•
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C
to 35°C. Cooler temperatures require longer
charging time, or in some cases stop charging
at all. Warmer temperatures prevent complete
charging, or in some cases stop charging at all.
... store in a cool, dr
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
e
very 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period of time.
... remov
e from charger or powered unit when not
in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
y place
Terminals
.
. Extended exposure
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 camcorder 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.
•
When formatting or erasing data using
•
the camcorder, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not
completely erased from the recording medium.
If you want to completely erase all of the data,
we recommend either using commercially
available software that is specially designed for
that purpose, or by physically destroying the
camcorder with a hammer etc.
LCD Monitor
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
•
NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shoc
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
To prolong service life
•
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
ks.
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Main Unit
FURTHER INFORMATION
For safety, DO NOT
•
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
e the battery pack or disconnect the
... remov
power supply while the power is on.
e the battery pack attached when the
... leav
camcorder is not in use.
... place naked flame sources
candles, on the apparatus.
... expose the appar
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the
power plug or an AC wall outlet.
... insert an
•
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
... in
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
... in places subject to extremely high (o
•
... in places of over 50°C.
... in places where humidity is extremely low
... in direct sunlight.
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit
•
... allow it to become wet.
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
... keep the lens directed at e
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
... s
... swing the soft camcorder case excessively
... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,
y objects in the camcorder.
Avoid using the unit
a cooking stove.
places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
DO NOT leave the unit
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
.
in high places while a cable is connected may
result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and
the unit falls onto the floor.
To protect the unit, DO NOT
transportation.
objects for long periods.
wing it excessively when using the hand strap.
when the camcorder is inside it.
such as on a beach.
, such as lighted
atus to dripping or splashing.
ver 40°C)
xtremely bright
To prevent the unit from dropping,
•
Fasten the grip belt securely.
•
When using the camcorder with a tripod,
•
attach the camcorder to the tripod securely.
If the camcorder drops, y
the camcorder may be damaged.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance
ou may be injured and
.
Dear Customer, [European Union]
This apparatus is in conformance with the
valid European directives and standards
regarding electromagnetic compatibility and
electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company
of Japan, Limited is:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Germany
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Terms
A
AC Adapter ........................................................16
AV Connection .............................................25, 28