JVC GZ-MG130U, GZ-MG255U User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

HARD DISK CAMCORDER

GZ-MG255UB GZ-MG130UB

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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 2 and 3 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.

The camera illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GZ-MG130.

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:

The rating plate and safety caution are on the

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bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

The serial number plate is on the battery pack

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mount.

The rating information and safety caution of the

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AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a ﬁ re 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 ﬁ re if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

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

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ﬁ re.

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 sufﬁ cient 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 ﬂ ame 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 ﬁ lled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, ﬂ ower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, ﬁ re 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 ﬁ re 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 mains plug shall remain readily operable.

WARNING:

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, ﬁ re or the like.

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

10. 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.

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

12. 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.

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

Manufactured under license from Dolby

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Laboratories. Dolby and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Other product and company names included

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in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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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. ( pg. 40)

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. ( pg. 51)

Precautions on handling batteries

Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs.

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If the camera is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it

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again.

If a malfunction occurs, stop using the camera immediately and consult your local JVC dealer

If a problem occurs when using the SD card, take the card together with the camera

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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

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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]. ( pg. 48)

This operating instruction is applicable to models GZ-MG255 and GZ-MG130

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in this operating instructions are of

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GZ-MG130. Icons such as indicate that the feature is applicable to the speciﬁ ed model only.

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When connecting the camera to other device using a DV cable, make sure to follow the procedure below. Connecting the cable incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the camera and/or other device.

Connect the DV cable ﬁ rst to other device, and then to the camera.

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Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly according to the shape of the DV connector.

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Contents

GETTING STARTED

Accessories ............................................ 6

How to Use the Everio Dock .........................6

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ........................7

Preparing the Remote Control ....................... 7

Index ........................................................ 8

Indications on LCD Monitor ................ 10

Necessary Settings before Use .......... 12

Charging the Battery Pack ..........................12

Language Setting .......................................13

Date/Time Setting ....................................... 13

Other Settings ...................................... 14

Grip Adjustment .......................................... 14

Lens Cover .................................................14

Checking the Remaining Battery Power ..... 14

Tripod Mounting .......................................... 14

When Using an SD Card ............................15

RECORDING

Recording Files ..................................... 16

Video Recording ......................................... 16

Still Image Recording .................................17

Zooming ......................................................18

LED Light .................................................... 18

Flash ........................................................... 18

Registering Files to Events ......................... 19

Checking the Remaining Space on the

Recording Media ........................................19

Manual Recording ............................... 20

To Change to Manual Recording Mode ...... 20

Program AE ................................................ 20

Nightalive .................................................... 21

Backlight Compensation ............................. 21

Spot Exposure Control ...............................21

Manual Setting in Function Menu ............... 22

PLAYBACK

EDITING/PRINTING

Managing Files ..................................... 30

Deleting/Protecting Files .............................30

Viewing File Information .............................32

Changing the Event Registration of

Video Files after Recording ........................32

Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) ...................33

Playlists ................................................ 34

Creating Playlists ........................................ 34

Playing Back Playlists .................................35

Other Operations of Playlists ...................... 36

Print Setting ......................................... 37

DPOF Print Setting ..................................... 37

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer ........ 38

COPYING

Copying Files ....................................... 40

Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from

the Camera (DVD Creation Function) .........40

Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub

Files from the Camera ................................. 44

Using the Camera to Dub Files from a VCR/

DVD Player ..................................................44

Copying/Moving Still Image Files ................45

MENU SETTINGS

Changing the Menu Settings .............. 46

FURTHER INFORMATION

Troubleshooting ................................... 51

Warning Indications ............................ 54

Cleaning ............................................... 55

Speciﬁ cations ...................................... 55

Cautions ............................................... 58

Terms ................................................... 60

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Playing Back Files ................................ 24

Video Playback ........................................... 24

Still Image Playback ...................................25

File Search Function ...................................26

To Play Back Demonstration Files

Playback with Special Effects ..................... 28

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Watching Images on TV ....................... 29

Accessories

Everio Dock

AC Adapter

AP-V14E

Power Cord Battery Pack

BN-VF808U

CU-VC3U ( below)

Audio/Video Cable USB Cable

( pg. 38, 40 and

PC OPERATION

Shoulder Strap

( pg. 7)

CD-ROM

( PC OPERATION

GUIDE)

Remote Control Unit

RM-V750U ( pg. 7)

Lithium Battery

CR2025

Pre-installed in the

NOTE

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

remote control unit.

How to Use the Everio Dock

You can connect cables to the connectors of the Everio dock. The connection is completed when you place the camera on the dock.

Camera Connection Terminal

S Connector

AV Connector

DC Connector

DV Connector

USB Connector

NOTE

For the connection using the S connector and DV Connector, an optional S-Video cable and DV cable are needed. To purchase these cables, consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core ﬁ lter to the camera. The core ﬁ lter reduces interference.

The S-Video cable (optional) enables even higher quality playback on TV. ( pg. 29) Be sure to use

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the YTU94146A S-Video cable.

When dubbing ﬁ les from the camera using a VCR/DVD recorder ( pg. 44), using the DV cable

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enables even higher quality dubbing. Be sure to use the VC-VDV204U DV cable. Operation using the DV cable is not guaranteed on all of the devices.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet.

Eyelet

Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust its length, and use the strap guide to ﬁ x it in place.

Buckle

Strap Guide

Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad.

Preparing the Remote Control

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: 5 m (16 ft)

To Reinsert the Battery

Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab.

Lock Tab

Lithium Battery (CR2025)

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.

Index

NOTES

The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.

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• 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 4, 5, 7 and 9

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during shooting.

Camera

! Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 26)/

Remaining Space Button/Data Battery Button [ 0/ 1 ] ( pg. 14, 19)

# Set Lever Move to ¡ :

Reverse Skip ( pg. 24)/Up/Backlight Compensation [ - ] ( pg. 21)/Spot Exposure Control [ . ] ( pg. 21)

Move to ¢ :

Forward Skip ( pg. 24)/Down/

Change Flash Setting [FLASH]

( pg. 18)/

Change LED Light Setting

[LIGHT] ( pg. 18)

Move to £ :

Reverse Search ( pg. 24)/Left/ Nightalive [NIGHT] ( pg. 21)

Move to ¤ :

Forward Search ( pg. 24)/Right/ Program AE [PROGRAM AE] ( pg. 20)

Press down:

Play/Pause ( pg. 24)

$ Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 46) % Speaker ( pg. 24) & Playback/Recording Mode Switching

Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] ( pg. 16)

( Zoom Lever [W 7 , T

Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] ( pg. 24)

) Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]

( pg. 17)

* Function Button [FUNCTION] ( pg. 22) + Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD]

( pg. 41 and PC OPERATION GUIDE)

, Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK UP]

( PC OPERATION GUIDE)/Event Button [EVENT] ( pg. 19)

- Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]

( pg. 20)/ Information Button [INFO] ( pg. 32)

. Video Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]

( pg. 16)

/ Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE]

( pg. 12) (Blinks when you access ﬁ les or charge the battery. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while accessing ﬁ les.) Video/Still Image Mode Lamp [ !, # ] ( pg. 16, 17)

] ( pg. 18)

0 Power/Mode Switch [OFF (CHARGE), ON,

MODE] ( pg. 12)

1 Lock Button ( pg. 12) 2 Grip Strap ( pg. 14) 3 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector

[

] ( pg. 38, 40 and PC OPERATION

GUIDE)

5 Camera Sensor

Remote Sensor ( pg. 7)

6 Lens Cover ( pg. 14) 7 Lens 8 Lens Cover Switch [ =, > ] ( pg. 14) 9 Stereo Microphone : SD Card Slot ( pg. 15) ; Tripod Mounting Socket ( pg. 14) < Stud Hole ( pg. 14) = DC Input Connector [DC] ( pg. 12) > Audio/Video Connector [AV] ? Battery Pack Mount ( pg. 12) @ Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( pg. 12)

Flash ( pg. 18)/ LED Light ( pg. 18)

Remote Control

Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

Zoom In/Out ( pg. 18)

S Up Button

Rotate Button (counterclockwise) ( pg. 25)

T Skip Backward Button U Left Button V Back Button W PLAYLIST Button ( pg. 34) X START/STOP Button Y SNAPSHOT Button ( pg. 17) Z INFO Button ( pg. 32) a Skip Forward Button b PLAY/PAUSE Button c Right Button d Next Button e Down Button

Rotate Button (clockwise) ( pg. 25)

f INDEX Button g DATE Button

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Indications on LCD Monitor

During both Video and Still Image Recording

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! Selected Operation Mode Indicator

( pg. 20)

4 : Auto Mode 3 : Manual Mode

# Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( pg. 23) $ Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg. 18) % Zoom Indicator ( pg. 18) &

AV/S Connector Input Indicator

( pg. 49)

( Shutter Speed ( pg. 23) ) White Balance Indicator ( pg. 23) * Brightness Control Indicator ( pg. 48) + Battery Indicator ( pg. 54) , Date/Time ( pg. 13)

- Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

( pg. 22)

. Selected Medium Indicator

( pg. 47, 48)

/ Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 48)

0 Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 23) 1 Program AE Mode Indicator ( pg. 20)/

: Nightalive Indicator ( pg. 21)

2 Aperture Value (F-number)

( pg. 23)

LED Light Indicator ( pg. 18)

4 ± : Exposure Adjustment Indicator

( pg. 22)

- : Backlight Compensation Indicator ( pg. 21) . : Spot Exposure Control Indicator ( pg. 21)

5 Iris Lock Indicator ( pg. 21)

During Video Recording Only

16:9

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! Mode Indicator ( pg. 16) # Aspect Ratio of the Image (16:9/4:3)

( pg. 47)

$ Picture Quality: B (ultra ﬁ ne), C (ﬁ ne), D

(normal), E (economy) ( pg. 46)

% Remaining Time ( pg. 16, 57) & Counter ( pg. 47) ( 7REC: (Appears during recording.)

( pg. 16) 79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)

) Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 47) * Event Indicator ( pg. 19) + Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator

(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 47)

During Still Image Recording Only

640

FINE

[9999]

PHOTO

4:3

! Mode Indicator ( pg. 17) #

ISO Sensitivity

(GAIN): When set to [AUTO], there is no indication. ( pg. 47)

$ Focus Indicator ( pg. 22) %

Aspect Ratio of the Image (16:9/4:3)

& Image Size ( pg. 47) ( Picture Quality: FINE (ﬁ ne) or STD

(standard) ( pg. 47)

) Remaining Number of Shots ( pg. 57) * Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator

( pg. 48)

+ Shooting Indicator ( pg. 17) , Self-Timer Recording Indicator ( pg. 48)

Flash Mode Indicator ( pg. 18)

During Video Playback

During Still Image Playback

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! Mode Indicator ( pg. 24) #

: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears

when playing back a playlist.) ( pg. 35)

¨ª : Event Search Playback Indicator

(Appears when playing back a video ﬁ le from the event search.) ( pg. 27)

¨© : Date Search Playback Indicator

(Appears when playing back a video ﬁ le from the date search.) ( pg. 26)

$ Picture Quality: B (ultra ﬁ ne), C (ﬁ ne),

(normal), E (economy) ( pg. 46)

% Playback Mode ( pg. 24)

U : Playback 9 : Pause 5

: Forward Search

: Reverse Search

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

(The number on the left shows speed.)

& Counter ( pg. 47) ( Volume Level Indicator ) Battery Indicator ( pg. 54) * Date/Time ( pg. 13) + Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 47, 48) , Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 48)

- Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 28) . Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( pg. 28)

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! Mode Indicator ( pg. 25) # Folder/File Number $ Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg. 25) % Battery Indicator ( pg. 54) & Date/Time ( pg. 49) ( Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 47, 48) ) Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 48)

* Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 28)

Operation guide display

The operation guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen during menu display etc.

SELECT

SET QUIT

Necessary Settings before Use

Access/Charge Lamp

Set Lever

Be sure to conﬁ gure the following three settings before use.

Power/Mode Switch

Charging the Battery Pack

1 Set the power/mode switch to OFF.

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

MODE

(CHARGE)

OFF

2 Attach the battery pack.

Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place.

Bottom of the Camera

BATT.

3 Connect the AC adapter.

DC Connector

To AC Outlet (110V to 240V)

Power Cord

Open the cover.

You can also connect the AC

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adapter using the Everio dock connector. ( pg. 6)

The access/charge lamp blinks to indicate

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charging has started.

When the lamp goes out, charging is

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ﬁ nished. Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter from the camera.

AC Adapter

Required charging / recording time (approx.)

The values within ( ) are the times when the LED light is on.

Battery pack Charging time

BN-VF808U

(Provided)

BN-VF815U 2 hr. 40 min. 2 hr. 35 min.

BN-VF823U 3 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 50 min.

1 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 15 min.

Recording time

GZ-MG255 GZ-MG130

1 hr. 35 min.

(1 hr. 30 min.)

3 hr. 15 min.

(3 hr. 5 min.)

4 hr. 55 min.

(4 hr. 35 min.)

8 To detach the battery pack

Slide and hold BATT. (

 step 2), then

remove the battery pack.

8 To check the remaining battery power

See page 14.

NOTES

You can also use the camera with just the AC

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adapter.

Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug

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and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.

6 Select the desired language.

Select

Set

8 To return to the previous screen

Move the set lever to £.

8 To exit the screen

Press MENU.

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Language Setting

The language on the display can be changed.

1 Set the power/mode switch to ON.

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

MODE

(CHARGE)

OFF

VIDEO

REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO SCENE COUNTER

QUALITY

ZOOM DIS

SELECT SET QUIT

VIDEO

REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO SCENE COUNTER QUALITY ZOOM DIS

SELECT SET QUIT

4 Select [GENERAL].

Select

Set

GENERAL

QUICK RESTART AUTO POWER OFF

BRIGHT

DROP DETECTION REMOTE

SELECT SET QUIT

5 Select [LANGUAGE].

Select

Set

GENERAL

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SELECT SET QUIT

Date/Time Setting

After performing steps 1-4 ( left column)

5 Select [ CLOCK ADJUST].

Select

Set

GENERAL

SELECT SET QUIT

DATE TIME

2007

JAN 31

6 Set the date and time.

Select

Set

Repeat this step to input the month, day, year, hour and minute.

8 To return to the previous screen

Move the set lever to £.

8 To exit the screen

Press MENU.

You have now ﬁ nished conﬁ guring the necessary settings.

8 To use the camera right away

See page 16.

8 To conﬁ gure other settings

See page 14.

Other Settings

Lens Cover Switch

INDEX

Power/Mode Switch

Grip Adjustment

Open the pad and make grip adjustments.

Lens Cover

When not using the camera, close the lens cover to protect the lens.

Close the lens cover

Checking the Remaining Battery Power

Preparation:

Set the power/mode switch to OFF.

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Attach the battery pack.

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INDEX

BATTERY CONDITION

100%

MAX TIME

50%

min

Battery information is displayed for approx. 5 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed and held for several seconds.

NOTES

If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,

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there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The recordable time display should only be

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used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units.

Tripod Mounting

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

Open the lens cover

NOTE

Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so may cause damage to the lens.

NOTE

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

When Using an SD Card

If you want to record to an SD card, the following three operations need to be performed.

Compatible SD cards: Panasonic, TOSHIBA, and SanDisk. 128 MB

to 4 GB.

If other media are used, they may fail to

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record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded.

For video recording, use a high-speed SD

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card (at least 10 MB/s).

MultiMediaCards are not supported.

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Q Insert an SD card

Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to OFF.

1 Open the SD card cover.

Bottom of the Camera

2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped

edge ﬁ rst.

NOTES

Insert and remove the SD card only while

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the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on the card may be corrupted.

Do not touch the terminal on the reverse

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side of the label.

R 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. 47,

48)

S Format an SD card when using it for

the ﬁ rst time

This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the SD card.

Select [EXECUTE] in [FORMAT SD CARD] to format the card. ( pg. 50)

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Clipped Edge

3 Close the SD card cover.

8 To remove an SD card

Push the SD card once. After the card comes out a little, pull it out.

Recording Files

REC

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Video Recording

Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON.

Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! (video) mode.

The switch returns to

MODE

the original position

when it is released.

OFF

The ! lamp on the camera lights up.

Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.

[5h56m]

SELECT

PLAY/REC

16:9

Press the REC button to start recording.

REC

Approximate remaining time for recording appears.

8 To stop recording

Press the REC button again.

8 To change the picture quality

Change the settings in [QUALITY]. (

pg. 46)

8 To change the aspect ratio of the image

(16:9/4:3)

Change the settings in [16:9 WIDE RECORDING]. (

pg. 47)

8 To register a ﬁ le to an event

See page 19.

NOTES

The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn the camera’s power off and then

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on again.

If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to

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conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, set the power/mode switch to OFF, then to ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

Video ﬁ les are given the names MOV_001.MOD to MOV_009.MOD, MOV_00A.MOD to

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MOV_00F.MOD, and MOV_010.MOD in order of recording.

After recording video for 12 consecutive hours, recording stops automatically.

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A new ﬁ le will be created for every 4 GB of continuous shooting.

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This camera records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. Remember that this

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camera is not compatible with other digital video formats.

Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording. If you do so, the sound of the hard disk

•

drive may be recorded.

Still Image Recording

[

Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON.

Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select # (still image) mode.

The switch returns

MODE

to the original

position when it is

OFF

released.

The

lamp on the camera lights up.

Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.

640

[9999]

SELECT

PLAY/REC

FINE

Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway.

640

FINE

The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.

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8 To change the picture quality

Change the settings in [QUALITY]. (

pg. 47)

8 To record still images continuously

Press the SNAPSHOT button to start recording.

[9999]

FINE

Set [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to [ON]. (

pg. 48)

To change the image size

Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE]. (

pg. 47)

NOTE

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 ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

Recording Files (Continued)

Zoom Lever

PLAY/REC

INDEX

Set Lever

Button

Power/Mode

Switch

Zooming

Preparation:

Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to

•

select

Press the PLAY/REC button to select

•

recording mode.

or # mode.

Zoom out Zoom in

LED Light

Preparation:

Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to

•

select

Press the PLAY/REC button to select

•

recording mode.

Each time you move the set lever to ¢, setting changes.

No display

or # mode.

The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions.

The light turns on automatically when shooting in insufﬁ cient light conditions.

Disables this function.

Flash – # mode only

Preparation:

Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to

•

select

Press the PLAY/REC button to select

•

recording mode.

mode.

[9999]

FINE

W: Wide angle T: Telephoto

Maximum Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset)

Model

GZ-MG255 40X 10X

GZ-MG130 68X 34X

8 To change the maximum zoom ratio (for

! mode only)

Change the settings in [ZOOM]. ( pg. 46)

NOTE

Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm (2 zoom lever is set all the way to W.

! mode # mode

″

) to the subject when the

Each time you move the set lever to ¢, setting changes.

()

()*

No display

The ﬂ ash ﬁ res automatically.

The ﬂ ash ﬁ res automatically but reduces the red-eye phenomenon of the subject’s eyes.

The ﬂ ash ﬁ res regardless of the

(

shooting condition.

The ﬂ ash ﬁ res. The shutter speed becomes slower, so the background can also be brightened.

Disables this function.

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