JVC GZ-HM30U, GZ-HM50U User Manual

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HD MEMORY CAMERA

LYT2257-001A-M

GZ-HM50U GZ-HM30U

Basic User Guide

Dear Customers

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on P.2 and P.25 to ensure safe use of this product.

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A “Basic User Guide” (this manual) and a “Detailed User Guide” are available for this product. For more details on operating this product, please refer to the “Detailed User Guide” at the following website.

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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.

Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/ You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM. (P.19)

Further

Information

Safety Precautions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTES:

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The rating plate and safety caution are on the

bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

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The serial number plate is on the battery pack

mount.

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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 (212°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of ﬁre if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

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Dispose of used battery promptly.

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Keep away from children.

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Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in ﬁre.

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.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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 problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers ﬁlled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, ﬂower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, ﬁre or electric shock may be caused.)

Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of ﬁre or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical damage to this unit and to the user. Carrying or holding this unit by the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the unit.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, etc.) to

this unit and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause

this unit

to fall,

resulting in damage.

CAUTION:

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 sunlight, ﬁre or the like.

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

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Remove the mains plug immediately if the camcorder functions abnormally.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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 ampliﬁ ers) that produce heat.

9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10. Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁ ed by the manufacturer.

11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁ ed 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.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁ ed 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.

If this symbol is shown, it is only valid in the European Union.

Remember that this unit 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

Make a backup of important recorded data

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"AVCHD", "AVCHD" logo, "AVCHD Lite" and "AVCHD Lite" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

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x.v.Color™ is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Windows® is either registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

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iMovie and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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YouTube™ and the YouTube logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.

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Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

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Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.

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

JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a disc or other recording media for storage.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Contents

Safety Precautions ............................... 2

Verifying the Accessories .................... 4

Names of Parts and Functions ............. 5

IGetting Started ........................... 6

Model Differences ............................... 6

Charging the Battery Pack ................... 6

Grip Adjustment ................................... 7

Using as a Hand Strap ......................... 7

Video Quality ....................................... 7

Inserting an SD Card ........................... 8

Clock Setting ..................................... 10

IRecording ................................. 12

Video Recording ................................ 12

IPlayback ................................... 13

Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit

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Playing Back on TV ............................ 14

ICopying .................................... 16

Copying Files ..................................... 16

Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD

Recorder or VCR ............................... 17

Copying to Computer ......................... 18

IFurther Information ................... 21

Operating the Menu ........................... 21

Recordable Time ............................... 22

Troubleshooting ................................. 23

Cautions ............................................ 25

Specifications .................................... 27

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Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/ You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM. (P.19)

Verifying the Accessories

AC Adapter

AC-V11U*

CD-ROM

LY37342-025

SD cards are sold separately. For details on the types of cards that can be used on this

unit, refer to P.8.

* When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available converter

plug for the country or region of visit.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Battery Pack BN-VG108U

Basic User Guide

(this manual)

USB Cable

(Type A - Mini Type B)

QAM1313-001

AV Cable

Optional Accessories

Component Cable

QAM1266-001

Names of Parts and Functions

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AV Connector (P.15, 17)

MENU Button (P.21)

HDMI Connector (P.14)

USB Connector (P.20)

COMPONENT (Component) Connector

(P.14)

Zoom/Volume Lever / Index (u) (P.12, 13)

i.AUTO (Intelligent Auto) Button (P.12)

DC Connector (P.6)

START/STOP Button (Video

Recording) (P.12) / d/e (Play/Pause) Button (Video

Playback) (P.13) Strap Lock (P.7)

Lens Cover Switch (P.12)

Grip Belt (P.7)

Tripod Mounting Hole

SD Card Slot (P.8)

Battery Release Lever (P.6)

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Lens Cover

Monaural Microphone

LCD Monitor

Turns the power on/off by opening and closing.

Speaker

ACCESS (Access) Lamp

Lights up/blinks during recording or playback.

POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)

Lamp (P.6)

L (Play/Record) Button Switches between recording and playback modes.

UP/< Button

< DOWN/> Button

DOWN:Scrolls/moves cursor on the

> OK/INFO Button

Confirms the selection. / Displays information as follows. Recording:Displays the remaining

Playback:Displays file information

Scrolls/moves cursor on the

icons upward Reverse search

icons downward Forward search

time and battery power.

such as recording date.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

(Base)

To detach the battery pack

Charging finished: Goes out

Charging in progress: Blinks

Charging Lamp

Plug in the power.

To AC Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

AC Adapter

Cover

Connect the DC connector.

Mark

Align the top of the battery with the mark on this unit, and slide in until the battery clicks into place.

The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase.

Attach the battery pack.

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Model Differences

Model Recording Media GZ-HM50 SDHC/SDXC/Built-in Memory (8 GB) GZ-HM30 SDHC/SDXC

Charging the Battery Pack

CAUTION

Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and

performance cannot be guaranteed. Charging time: Approx. 2 h 10 m (using supplied battery pack)

* The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C (77°F). If the battery pack is charged

outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F), charging may take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low temperature.

Charging is also possible with a USB cable. (Refer to Detailed User Guide.)

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Grip Adjustment

Close the lever

Adjust the length of the belt

Open the lever on the strap lock

Using as a Hand Strap

Adjust the length of the belt and loop it around your wrist.

Video Quality

This unit can perform recording in both high and standard definition. By default, it is set to high definition (LS).

To change the setting

Press MENU.

Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select “VIDEO QUALITY” and press OK/INFO.

Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select the video quality.

Press OK/INFO. (Setting complete)

High Definition

Standard Definition SSW (16:9) SS (4:3)

SEW (16:9) SE (4:3)

* For the approximate video recording time, refer to P.22.

LS (16:9) Higher video quality LE (16:9)

More recording time

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Further

Information

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Inserting an SD Card

Tu r n off the power of this unit before inserting or removing a card.

(Base)

Label

Insert an SD card.

Open the cover.Close the LCD monitor.

When the LCD monitor is closed, the unit turns off.

(Base)

Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. (GZ-HM30) When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the built-in memory runs out. (GZ-HM50)

* Only for GZ-HM50:

To record to the card, it is necessary to set “REC MEDIA SETTING” to “SD CARD”. (P.9) When no card is available, set “REC MEDIA SETTING” to “BUILT-IN MEMORY” for recording.

To remove the card

Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight.

NOTE

Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.

Manufacturer Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP, Eye-Fi* Video A

Eye-Fi Eye-Fi Connect X2 / Eye-Fi Explore X2 / Eye-Fi Pro X2

*Only the specified models may be used. Refer to the Detailed User Guide for details.

Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified above

may result in recording failure or data loss. To protect the data, do not touch the terminals of the SD card.

Eye-Fi manufactures SD memory cards with wireless LAN function.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) / Class 4 or higher compatible SDXC card (Max. 64 GB)

To select/move cursor towards up/left or down/

REC MEDIA SETTING

SD CARD

FORMAT SD CARD

FILE

right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.

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To use an SD card

(GZ-HM50)

Recording and playback can be performed on a card when “REC MEDIA SETTING” is set to “SD CARD”.

Press MENU.

Select “REC MEDIA SETTING”

and press OK.

Select “SD CARD” and press OK.

To use SD cards that have been

used on other devices

Format (initialize) the card using “FORMAT SD CARD” from media settings.

All data on the card will be deleted when it is formatted. Copy all files on the card to a computer before formatting.

Press MENU.

Select “MEDIA SETTINGS” and

press OK. Select “FORMAT SD CARD” and

press OK.

Select “FILE” and press OK.

Select “YES” and press OK.

After formatting, press OK.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Further

Information

Clock Setting

SET DATE /TIME!

YES NO

2011JAN 1 10 00

CLOCK SETTING

DATE TIME

GMT

CLOCK/AREA SETTING

To select/move cursor towards up/left or down/ right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.

Open the LCD monitor.

Press UP/< or DOWN/> to adjust the

setting value and press OK to confirm it. The cursor moves to the next item.

Repeat this step to input the year, month,

day, hour, and minute.

The unit turns on. When the LCD monitor

is closed, the unit turns off.

Select “YES” and press OK when

“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed.

The city name and time difference are

displayed.

To return to the previous screen

Press MENU.

Set the date and time.

Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select the region where you live and press OK.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

To reset the clock

CLOCK ADJUST

CLOCK SETTING

DISPLAY SETTINGS

LANGUAGE

Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu.

Press MENU.

Select “CLOCK ADJUST” and

press OK.

To change the display language

The language on the display can be changed.

Press MENU.

Select “DISPLAY SETTINGS”

and press OK.

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Select “CLOCK SETTING” and

press OK.

The subsequent setting operations are the same as steps 3 - 4 on the previous page.

Select “LANGUAGE” and press

OK.

Select the desired language and

press OK.

NOTE

“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed when you turn on this unit after it has not been used for a prolonged period. Charge this unit for more than 24 hours before setting the clock.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Further

Information

(Telephoto)(Wide angle)

Zooming

Press again to stop.

Start recording.

The mode changes between Intelligent Auto and Manual with every press.

If the mode is H Manual, press the S button to switch.

Check if the recording mode is P Intelligent Auto.

Open the lens cover.

Zoom ratio setting depends on the setting of “VIDEO QUALITY”. (P.27)

0:00:00 [000:22]

Battery Indicator

Recording Media

Recording in Progress

Record-Standby

Remaining Recording Time

Video Quality

Scene Counter

Image Stabilizer

Recording

Video Recording

You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting conditions.

In case of specific shooting scenes such as backlight (C), night view (B), person (A) etc., its icon is displayed on the screen.

Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

Indications during video recording

NOTE

The estimated recording time of the supplied battery pack is approximately 40 minutes. (P.22)

Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Tu r n up the volume

Tu r n down the

volume

Vol ume adjustment

To select/move cursor towards up/left or down/right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.

Select the desired video and press [d/e].

Select the playback mode.

Playback

Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit

Select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display). *Only for GZ-HM50: The contents of the media selected in “REC MEDIA SETTING” (P.9) are displayed on the index screen.

Press L again to return to the recording mode. Videos recorded in high definition and standard definition are displayed on the index

screen separately. Set “VIDEO QUALITY” in the recording menu to “LS” or “LE” to view the videos recorded in high definition, or to “SSW”, “SS”, “SEW”, or “SE” to view the videos recorded in standard definition, before selecting the playback mode. (P.7)

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To delete selected files from

the index screen

Press MENU, select “DELETE” and

press OK. Select “FILE SELECT” and press OK.

Usable operation buttons/levers during playback

d/e

Zoom u

Zoom T / Vol.+ Increases volume level -

Zoom W / Vol.- Decreases volume level -

UP/< Reverse search Frame-by-frame playback in reverse

DOWN/> Forward search Frame-by-frame playback in forward

During video playback During video pause

Pause Playback

- Stop (returns to thumbnail display)

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select files

and press OK. Press MENU, select “DELETE” and

press OK to confirm deletion. After deleting is complete, press OK.

direction

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Further

Information

Playing Back on TV

HDMI Connector Input

HDMI Cable (Optional)

To HDMI

(HDMI mini)

Connector

COMPONENT

CB/PB

CR/PR

Do not connect the yellow plug when using component cable.

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Component Video Input

Ye l low

Red

White

Red

Blue

Green

AV Cable (Provided)

To AV Connector

Component Cable (Optional)

To COMPONENT Connector

Connect to a TV.

* Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

Turn off the power.

Playing back in HD quality

If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI connector.

Connecting to the HDMI connector

Connecting to the COMPONENT connector

NOTE

For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV’s

manufacturer. Use a High Speed HDMI Cable (category 2 cable) as the HDMI mini cable.

When playing back in HD quality, set “COMPONENT OUTPUT” in the

“CONNECTION SETTINGS” menu to “1080i/720p”. The video is output in standard quality if the setting remains at “480i”.

Component and composite (AV) cannot be output at the same time.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Playing back in standard quality

Red

White

Ye l low

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Video Input

AV Cable (Provided)

To AV Connector

If you are using a conventional TV, you can play back in standard quality by connecting to the AV connector.

Connecting to the AV connector

Connect the AC adapter.

This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.

Select the TV input switch.

Play back a file. (P.13)

To play back with date/time display

Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the “CONNECTION SETTINGS” menu to “ON”. Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to “ON”.

When images look unnatural on the TV

Images do not appear on the TV properly.

Images are projected vertically on the TV.

Images are projected horizontally on the TV.

The color of images looks strange.

Disconnect the cable and connect again.

Turn off and on this unit again.

Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “CONNECTION

SETTINGS” menu to “4:3”. Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.

When the video was recorded with “x.v.Color” set

to “ON”, change the setting as desired on TV. Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.

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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Further

Information

Copying

Copying Files

You can create discs or copy the files on this unit by connecting it to various devices.

Recordable and playable

Playable only

Not applicable

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Standard Quality HD Quality

Media Selection

Blu-ray Recorder

DVD Recorder

(VHS

Tape)

— X

(DVD Disc)

(DVD

Disc)

F *1

(Blu-ray

Disc)

X X

— X

(Device’s

internal

HDD)

Page

See manual of

recorder.

P.17

VCR

Device

X — — — —

P.17

Computer

—

*2 *2 *2

P.18

*1 Only on AVCHD Lite compatible devices. *2 For details on how to create a disc using a computer, refer to the Detailed User Guide.

NOTE

It is not possible to connect and record to a DVD writer, external Blu-ray drive, or

external hard disk.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD

VCR/DVD Recorder

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Video Input

Red

White

Ye l low

To DC Connector

To AC Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

AC Adapter

AV Cable (Provided)

To AV Connector

Recorder or VCR

You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR. Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.

Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.

Turn off the power.

This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.

Press L (Play/Record) to select the playback mode.

Prepare to record.

Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder

Switch to a compatible external input.

Insert a DVD-R or video tape.

Preparation on this unit

Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “CONNECTION

SETTINGS” menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or “16:9”) of the connecting TV. To include the date during dubbing, set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the “CONNECTION

SETTINGS” menu to “ON”. Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to “ON”.

Start recording.

Start playback on this unit and press the record button on the recorder.

After playback is complete, stop the recording.

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Further

Information

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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