JVC GZ-MG330 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

HARD DRIVE CAMCORDER VIDEOCÁMARA CON DISCO DURO

GZ-MG365 GZ-MG335 GZ-MG330

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.

Apreciado cliente

Muchas gracias por haber adquirido esta cámara con disco duro integrado. Antes de usarla, lea la información de seguridad y las precauciones contenidas en las páginas 2 y 3 para garantizar un uso seguro de este producto.

Para futuras consultas:

Escriba a continuación el número de modelo (situado en la base de la cámara) y el número de serie (situado en el compartimiento de la batería de la cámara).

Número de modelo Número de serie

SPEN

Please also refer to the GUIDEBOOK (PDF) contained in the supplied CD-ROM for further details on the operations.

Consulte también la GUÍA (PDF) que se encuentra en el CD-ROM suministrado para obtener más información sobre las operaciones.

Easy Start Guide

Preparation

Q Attach the battery pack R Open the lens cover

BATT.

Video recording

Q Select ! (video) mode R Select recording (REC) mode

The camera turns on automatically.

SELECT

PLAY/REC

Playing back

Q Select ! (video) mode R Select playback (PLAY) mode

to display thumbnails on the screen

SELECT

PLAY/REC

S Open the LCD monitor

The camera turns on automatically.

S Press the START/STOP button to start recording

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S Select the desired ﬁ le using the touch sensor. And then

touch the OK button to start playback

To stop playback

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Select

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:

The battery pack, the camera with battery installed, and the remote control with battery installed should not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, ﬁ re or the Iike.

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.

Windows® is either registered trademark or

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trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple

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Inc.

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

Read This First!

IMAGE SIZE

GAIN UP

IMAGE QUALITY

BASIC SETTINGS

1 2

4 5

7 8

How to Select an Item Using the Touch Sensor

An example screen in English is used for the guidance below.

Selecting an item from the menu list

(on the menu screen)

Q Slide your ﬁ nger up and down on the

sensor.

R Touch the OK button.

NOTE

The cursor moves from 1 to 9 on the index screen when you slide your ﬁ nger on the touch sensor.

Using on-screen buttons

(e.g. during playback  pg. 18)

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 touch sensor under the on-screen button you want to select.

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. 22)

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. 33)

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 microSD card, take the card together with the

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camera for repair. If one of them is not included, the cause of the malfunction cannot be diagnosed, and the camera cannot be repaired.

Recorded data may be erased while the camera is being repaired or inspected. Back up

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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] from the MENU.

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

Connect the DV cable ﬁ rst to the 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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* This does not apply to the GZ-MG330 model.

GETTING STARTED

Accessories ............................................ 9

How to Use the Everio Dock* ........................9

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

Indications on LCD Monitor ................. 12

Necessary Settings before Use ........... 14

Charging the Battery Pack ........................... 14

Date/Time Setting ........................................14

Other Settings ....................................... 15

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ....................... 15

Checking the Remaining Battery Power ......15

Preparing the Remote Control .....................15

RECORDING

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

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

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

Playing Back Files ................................ 18

Video/Still Image Playback .......................... 18

Watching Images on TV........................ 19

EDITING/COPYING

Managing Files ...................................... 20

Deleting/Protecting Files .............................. 20

Copying Files ........................................ 22

Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the

Camera ......................................................22

PC OPERATION

File Backup on a Windows® PC ........... 23

System Requirements .................................23

Software Installation ....................................24

Connecting the Camera to the PC ............... 25

File Backup on the PC .................................26

File Backup on the PC without Using

Software ..................................................... 27

Other Windows® PC Operations .......... 28

Getting More Use of the Software ...............28

Folder Structure and Extensions ........ 29

File Backup on a Macintosh

System Requirements .................................30

Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh ...30

File Backup on the Macintosh .....................31

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Customer Support Information ........... 32

FURTHER INFORMATION

Troubleshooting .................................... 33

Cleaning ................................................ 34

Warning Indications ............................. 35

Speciﬁ cations ....................................... 36

Cautions ................................................ 38

Terms ..................................................... 40

GETTING STARTED

Accessories

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Everio Dock*

CU-VC4U ( below)

USB Cable

( pg. 22, 25 and

30)

Lithium Battery

CR2025

Pre-installed in the

remote control unit.

AC Adapter

AP-V18U/14U

Shoulder Strap

( pg. 15)

Core Filter

Battery Pack

BN-VF808U

CD-ROM

( pg. 24, 28)

NOTE

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

Audio/Video Cable

Remote Control Unit

RM-V751U ( pg. 15)

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

NOTE

For the connection using the S-Video jack and DV jack, an optional S-Video cable and DV cable are needed. 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 playback quality on TV. ( pg. 19) Be sure

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to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable.

* GZ-MG330 model does not include the Everio dock.

S-Video Jack

AV Jack

DC Jack

DV Jack

USB Jack

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

! Touch Sensor ( pg. 6) # OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] ( pg. 13) $ Menu Button [MENU] % Power Switch [POWER]

(You can turn off the camera by pressing and holding this button.)

& Speaker ( Playback/Recording Mode Switching

Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] ( pg. 16)

) Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE]

(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.)

* Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD]

( pg. 22)/Title Button [TITLE]

+ Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK

UP] ( pg. 26)/Information Button [INFO] ( pg. 15)

, Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/

MANUAL]

- Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/ STOP] ( pg. 16)

. Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]

( pg. 17)

/ Zoom Lever [W

Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] ( pg. 18)

0 Mode Switch [ 1 DC Jack [DC] ( pg. 14) 2 Audio/Video Jack [AV] 3 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Jack [

( pg. 22, 25 and 30)

4 LED Light 5 Camera Sensor

Remote Sensor ( pg. 15)

6 Lens Cover 7 Lens 8 Lens Cover Switch [ 9 Stereo Microphone : microSD Card Slot ; Stud Hole < Tripod Mounting Socket = Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( pg. 14) > Battery Pack Mount ( pg. 14) ? Grip Strap

7 , T

!, #]

]

=, >

]

Remote Control

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

Zoom In/Out

S Up Button

Rotate Button (counterclockwise) ( pg. 18)

T Skip Backward Button U Left Button V Back Button W PLAYLIST Button X START/STOP Button Y SNAPSHOT Button ( pg. 17) Z INFO Button ( pg. 15) a Skip Forward Button b PLAY/PAUSE Button c Right Button d Next Button e Down Button

Rotate Button (clockwise) ( pg. 18)

f INDEX Button g DISP Button

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Indications on LCD Monitor

During both Video and Still Image Recording

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! Selected Operation Mode Indicator

4 : Auto Mode 3 : Manual Mode

# Effect Mode Indicator $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator % LED Light Indicator & Program AE Mode Indicator ( AV/S-Video Input Jack Indicator* ) Zoom Indicator * Selected Medium Indicator + Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)

, Approximate Zoom Ratio

- White Balance Indicator . Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator / Battery Indicator ( pg. 35) 0 Date/Time ( pg. 14) 1 Brightness Control Indicator 2 Backlight Compensation Indicator 3 Iris Lock Indicator 4 ± : Exposure Adjustment Indicator

. : Metering Area Control Indicator

5 Shutter Speed

* This does not apply to the GZ-MG330 model.

During Video Recording Only

[5h56m]

0:04:01

! Mode Indicator # Counter $ Picture Quality:

(FINE), D (NORMAL), E (ECONOMY)

% Remaining Time ( pg. 16, 37) &

REC: (Appears during recording.)

( pg. 16)

: (Appears during record-standby

mode.)

(ULTRA FINE),

( Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator

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

) Wind Cut Indicator * Event Indicator

During Still Image Recording Only

640

[9999]

FINE

PHOTO

! Mode Indicator # Focus Indicator $ Image Size % Picture Quality: FINE (ﬁ ne) or STD

(standard)

& Remaining Number of Shots ( pg. 37) ( Shooting Indicator ( pg. 17) ) Shutter Mode Indicator * Self-Timer Recording Indicator

During Video Playback

9:55:01

X-60

During Still Image Playback

101-0098

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! Mode Indicator ( pg. 18) # Effect Mode Indicator $ Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator %

: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears

when playing back a playlist.)

¨ª : Event Search Playback Indicator

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

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

& Picture Quality:

(FINE), D (NORMAL), E (ECONOMY)

( Counter ) Playback Mode ( pg. 18)

:Playback

:Pause

:Forward Search

:Reverse Searc

:Forward Slow-Motion

:Reverse Slow-Motion

(The number on the left shows speed.)

* Selected Medium Indicator + Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)

, Volume Level Indicator

- Battery Indicator ( pg. 35)

. Date/Time ( pg. 14)

(ULTRA FINE),

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! Mode Indicator ( pg. 18) # Effect Mode Indicator $ Folder/File Number % Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg. 18) & Selected Medium Indicator ( Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)

) Battery Indicator ( pg. 35) * Date/Time ( pg. 14)

Switching indication modes on LCD monitor

Each time you touch the DISP button, 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

On-screen function guide

The on-screen function guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen during menu display, etc.

EFFECT

WIPE/FADER

MONITOR OFF

BASIC SETTINGS

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JVC GZ-MG330 Instruction Manual

Easy Start Guide

Safety Precautions

Read This First!

Contents

GETTING STARTED

Accessories

Index

Indications on LCD Monitor