JVC GZ-MG57AG/AH/AS, GZ-MG57AG, GZ-MG57AH, GZ-MG57AS Instructions Manual

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GZ-MG57AG/AH/AS

LYT1618-001A

ENGLISH

HARD DISK CAMCORDER

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

DUBBING

To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. (

墌 pg. 55)

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this product.

FURTHER INFORMATION

INSTRUCTIONS

PLAYBACK

EDITING/PRINTING

MENU SETTINGS

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2 EN Major Features

The camera has a built-in high-capacity HDD (hard disk drive) that enables you to record videos and still images in massive quantities.

DVD Creation Function

(墌 pg. 49)

You can connect the camera to a DVD burner (sold separately) with a USB mini A/B cable to save recorded files easily to a DVD disc.

Video Event Registration

(墌 pg. 19)

You can register recorded videos to events according to their content. This enables you to search and select files by content (event).

Editing Files on Your PC

(墌 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE)

USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of video and still images to a computer. With the bundled image editing software, you can easily edit video and create your own DVDs.

Direct Printing

(墌 pg. 48)

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera directly to the printer with a USB cable.

SD Memory Card

You can also record onto SD cards.

“When Using an SD Card” (墌 pg. 17)

● To record videos (墌 pg. 18)

● To playback videos (墌 pg. 28)

Auto/Manual Recording Mode

You can record without using any complicated operations in Auto recording mode. Manual recording mode, on the other hand, enables you to use special effects and make manual adjustments to record videos that are even more vivid.

“To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24)

● To record still images (墌 pg. 22)

● To playback still images (墌 pg. 32)

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EN 3

Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera

Please read the following instructions before using the camera.

It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (墌 pg. 49)

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.

● The SD cards that are guaranteed to work with

this camera are those by Panasonic, TOSHIBA, pqi (still image only) and SanDisk. If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded.

● For video recording, use a high-speed SD card (at least 10 MB/s).

● MultiMediaCards are not supported.

Before using this camera, format the built-in hard disk or SD cards. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. (墌 pg. 41)

Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or other object while recording. (墌 pg. 10)

● When using the battery, the power will turn off automatically to conserve power. Use the power switch to turn on the power again.

● When using the AC adapter, the access lamp lights up, and the LCD turns off (the camera enters the sleep mode).

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. (墌 pg. 60)

When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the SD card. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

● When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be strictly followed.

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

● This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will only operate with a JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/ VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

● Since the AC adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

● After 5 minutes has elapsed in record-standby mode, the camera will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camera.

Make a backup of important recorded data

Make a trial recording

Check the compatibility of recording media

Format recording medium before use

Make sure you hold the camera correctly during recording

When a certain length of time passes without operation

Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly

If a problem occurs with the SD card, bring the card together with the camera for repairs

Precautions on handling batteries

INFORMATION

Video recording (with sound) that was made especially for demonstration at shops might be remaining on the hard disk of the camera that you have purchased. To delete this video file, please refer to “Deleting Files” (墌 pg. 38)/“Formatting a Recording Medium” (墌 pg. 41).

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4 EN Safety Precautions

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

CAUTIONS:

● If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it down and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC Adapter under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.

● 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.

● In cer tain areas, use the conversion plug depending on the type of your AC wall 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.

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.

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

● Dispose of used battery promptly.

● Keep away from children.

●

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

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.)

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EN 5

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

CAUTION!

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

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage.

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

●

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

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6 EN Contents

Accessories .......................................................8

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..........................9

Attaching the Lens Cap ...................................9

Attaching the Core Filter .................................9

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

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

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

Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery

Pack) .............................................................14

Language Setting ..........................................15

Date/Time Setting .........................................15

Other Settings .................................................16

Grip Adjustment ............................................16

Tripod Mounting ............................................16

Data Battery System .....................................16

When Using an SD Card ...............................17

Video Recording ..............................................18

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

Zooming ........................................................20

Changing the Screen Size ............................20

LED Light ......................................................20

Deleting a File ...............................................21

Checking the Remaining Space on the

Recording Media ...........................................21

Still Image Recording .......................................22

Zooming ........................................................23

Continuous Shooting .....................................23

LED Light ......................................................23

Deleting a File ...............................................23

Manual Recording ............................................24

Manual Setting in MSET Menu .....................24

Nightscope ....................................................27

Backlight Compensation ...............................27

Spot Exposure Control ..................................27

Video Playback ...............................................28

Various Operations during Playback ............29

File Search Function .....................................30

Date Index Screen ....................................30

Event Screen ............................................31

To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder ......31

Deleting a Video File ....................................31

Still Image Playback ........................................32

File Search Function .....................................32

Slide Show ....................................................33

Image Rotation .............................................33

Playback Zoom .............................................33

Deleting a Still Image File .............................33

Watching Images on TV/Remote Control ..........34

Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder ........34

Playback on TV ............................................34

Playback Using the Remote Control .............35

Playback with Special Effects ...........................36

Managing Files ................................................38

Deleting Files ................................................38

Viewing File Information ...............................39

Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure ....... 40

Formatting a Recording Medium ..................41

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ................42

Resetting the File Number ............................42

Changing the Event Registration of Video Files

after Recording .............................................43

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

Video

Still image

Video / Still image

PLAYBACK

Video

Still image

Video / Still image

EDITING/PRINTING

Video / Still image

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EN 7

Playlists .........................................................44

Creating Playlists ..........................................44

Playing Back Playlists ...................................46

Other Operations of Playlists ........................46

Print Setting ...................................................47

DPOF Print Setting .......................................47

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer ...........48

Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs .....................49

Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation

Function) .......................................................49

Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing ..... 52

Copying/Moving Still Image Files .....................53

Changing the Menu Settings .............................54

Common Menus for All Modes ..................... 55

Video Recording Menus ...............................57

Video Playback Menus .................................58

Still Image Recording Menus ........................59

Still Image Playback Menus .......................... 59

Troubleshooting ..............................................60

Warning Indications .........................................64

Cleaning the Camera ........................................66

Cautions .........................................................67

Specifications ..................................................70

TERMS .............................................. Back cover

Video

Still image

DUBBING

Video

Still image

MENU SETTINGS

FURTHER INFORMATION

Regarding This Manual

Button operations

● Button operations are illustrated as shown below.

● Regarding the control lever (墌 pg. 11)

There are two kinds of operation using the control lever: moving the lever towards up/ down/left/right, or pressing down the lever. They are described and illustrated as shown below. ex.)

1) Move the control lever downward:

2) Press down the control lever:

3) Operate 1) and 2) continuously:

Icons at the top of pages

When there are icons at the top of pages, they show whether the page is related to videos and/or still images.

ex.)

Press .

Press 49.

Select

Set

Press / / / to select, then press

49.

tion playback

Forward

Backward

Page related to videos

Page related to still images

Page common to videos and still images

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8 EN Accessories

AC Adapter

AP-V14A/AP-V14E/ AP-V17E

Power Cord

(for AP-V14A/

AP-V14E only)

Battery Pack

BN-VF707U

Audio/Video Cable USB Cable

(墌 SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION AND

USB CONNECTION

GUIDE)

Shoulder Strap

(墌 pg. 9)

Lens Cap (墌 pg. 9)

CD-ROM Remote Control Unit

RM-V750U (墌 pg. 35)

Lithium Battery

CR2025 (for remote

control unit)

Pre-installed in the

remote control unit at

time of shipment.

Core Filter (墌 pg. 9)

NOTE:

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

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EN 9

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration.

Attach the core filter to the DC cord. The core filter reduces interference.

Attachment position (墌 right)

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Attaching the Lens Cap

Attaching the Core Filter

Buckle

Strap Guide

Eyelet

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

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

Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad.

Place here during recording.

AC Adapter

DC Cord

Core Filter

Release the stopper.

3 cm

Wind once.

GETTING STARTED

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10 EN Index

2423

How to open the LCD monitor

Push and open the LCD monitor fully.

Power-linked operation

When the power switch is set to , you can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor.

The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.

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EN 11

a Power Switch [OFF, , ] (墌 pg. 14) b Lock Button (墌 pg. 14) c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (墌 pg. 20)

Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (墌 pg. 28)

d Light Button [LIGHT] (墌 pg. 20, 23)/

Information Button [INFO] (墌 pg. 39)

e Mode Switch [MODE] (墌 pg. 18, 22, 28, 32) f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]

(墌 pg. 24)

g Menu Button [MENU] (墌 pg. 54) h Delete Button [ ] (墌 pg. 21) i Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP]

(墌 pg. 18, 22)

j Control Lever

: Reverse Skip (墌 pg. 29)/Up/Backlight

Compensation [ ] (墌 pg. 27)/Spot Exposure Control [ ] (墌 pg. 27)

:Forward Skip (墌 pg. 29)/Down/Manual

Set [ ] (墌 pg. 24)

: Reverse Search [3] (墌 pg. 29)/Left/

Nightscope [NIGHT] (墌 pg. 27)

: Forward Search [ 5] (墌 pg. 29)/Right/

Switch Screen Size (16:9/4:3) [16:9] (墌 pg. 20)

Press down: Play/Pause (49)

(墌 pg. 28, 32)

k Index Button [INDEX] (墌 pg. 30)/Remaining

Space Button [ ] (墌 pg. 21)/Data Batter y Button [ ] (墌 pg. 16)

l Battery Release Button [BATT.] (墌 pg. 14)

The connectors are located beneath the covers.

M S-Video Output Connector [S] (墌 pg. 34) N Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector [ ]

(墌 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE)

P DC Input Connector [DC] (墌 pg. 14)

Q Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]

(墌 pg. 14)

R Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Lights up or blinks

when you access files. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while accessing files.)

S Auto Lamp [AUTO] (Lights up in Auto

recording mode. Also lights up when connecting to a DVD burner [sold separately].) (墌 pg. 49)

T Reset Button [RESET] (墌 pg. 60) U Speaker (墌 pg. 28) V Battery Pack Mount (墌 pg. 14) W Camera Sensor

Remote Sensor (墌 pg. 35)

X Lens Y Stereo Microphone a LED Light (墌 pg. 20, 23) b Grip Strap (墌 pg. 16) c SD Card Cover [OPEN] (墌 pg. 17) d Stud Hole (墌 pg. 16) e Tripod Mounting Socket (墌 pg. 16)

Controls

Connectors

Indicators

Other Parts

TTENTION:

● Be careful not to cover W, X, Y and Z during

shooting.

● Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.

GETTING STARTED

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12 EN Indications on LCD Monitor

Selected Operation Mode Indicator (墌pg. 24)

: Auto Mode : Manual Mode

b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 57, 59) c Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 20, 23) d Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 20, 23) e Iris Lock Indicator (墌 pg. 25) f White Balance Indicator (墌 pg. 25) g Brightness Control Indicator (墌 pg. 56) h Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 64) i Date/Time (墌 pg. 56) j Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 56) k Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) (墌 pg. 55)

l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

(墌 pg. 25)

m Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 26) n Program AE Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 26)/

: Nightscope Indicator (墌 pg. 27)

o Shutter Speed (墌 pg. 26) p LED Light Indicator (墌 pg. 20, 23) q ±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 25)

: Backlight Compensation Indicator

(墌 pg. 27)

: Spot Exposure Control Indicator

(墌 pg. 27)

a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 18) b Screen Size Indicator (墌 pg. 20) c Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 57) d Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]

(normal), [E] (economy) (墌 pg. 57)

e Remaining Time (墌 pg. 18, 71) f Counter (墌 pg. 56) g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)

(墌 pg. 18) 79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)

h Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) Indicator

(墌 pg. 57)

a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 22) b Focus Indicator (墌 pg. 22) c Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960), 1024 (1024 x

768), 640 (640 x 480) (墌 pg. 59)

d Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD

(standard) (墌 pg. 59)

e Remaining Number of Shots (墌 pg. 71) f : Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator

(墌 pg. 23)

g Shooting Indicator (墌 pg. 22) h Self-Timer Recording Indicator (墌 pg. 59)

During both Video and Still Image Recording

11:30

10. 11. 2006

During Video Recording Only

During Still Image Recording Only

[0h56m]

16:9

640

FINE

PHOTO

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EN 13

a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 28) b : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears

when playing back a playlist. 墌 pg. 46)

: Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search. 墌 pg. 31)

: Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search. 墌 pg. 30)

c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]

(normal), [E] (economy) (墌 pg. 57)

d Playback Mode (墌 pg. 29)

U : Playback 9 : Pause

: Forward High-Speed Search

: Reverse High-Speed Search

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

(The number on the left shows speed.)

e Counter (墌 pg. 56) f Volume Level Indicator g Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 64) h Date/Time (墌 pg. 56) i Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 56) j Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) (墌 pg. 55)

k Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 36) l Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 36)

a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 32) b Folder/File Number c Slide Show Playback Indicator (墌 pg. 33) d Battery Indicator (墌 pg. 64) e Date/Time (墌 pg. 56) f Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 56) g Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) (墌 pg. 55)

h Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 36)

During Video Playback

10.11.2006

11:30 2006

During Still Image Playback

10.11.2006

11:30 2006

GETTING STARTED

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14 EN

Controls in this section

Necessary Settings before Use

Be sure to configure the following three settings before use.

Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery Pack)

Set the power switch to OFF.

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Attach the battery pack.

Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place.

Power off

Playback

Recording

Lock button

Bottom of the Camera

BATT.

To detach the battery pack

Slide and hold BATT. (墌 step 2), then remove the battery pack.

To check the remaining battery power (墌 pg. 16)

Required charging / recording time

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

Charge the battery pack by connecting to the AC adapter.

* If the provided AC adapter is AP-V14A or

AP-V14E, connect the power cord to the AC adapter, and plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

● The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate charging has started.

● When the lamp goes out, charging is finished. Unplug the AC adapter (or the power cord) from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter from the camera.

Battery pack Charging time

Recording

time

BN-VF707U

(Provided)

1 hr. 30 min.

1 hr. 10 min.

(1 hr. 5 min.)

BN-VF714U 2 hr. 40 min.

2 hr. 25 min.

(2 hr. 20 min.)

BN-VF733U 5 hr. 40 min.

5 hr. 50 min.

(5 hr. 30 min.)

NOTE:

You can also use the camera with just the AC adapter.

Open the cover.

DC Connector

To AC O utle t (110V to 240V)

AC Adapter (ex. AP-V17E)*

INDEX

Power Switch

/ /// 49

Power/Charge Lamp

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EN 15

The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 56)

The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image file and it can be checked by pressing INFO. (墌 pg. 28, 32) In addition, you can find the desired file from the date index screen. (墌 pg. 30)

After performing step 1-4 in “Language Setting” (墌 pg. 15)

Language Setting

Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10)

Set the power switch to or .

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Select [DATE/DISPLAY].

Select [LANGUAGE].

Select the desired language.

Powe r o ff

Playback Recording

Lock button

WIND CUT

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

DATE/TIME

SCENE COUNTER

LANGUAGE

DATE DISPLAY ORDER

CLOCK ADJUST

Select

Set

ENGLISH

Select

Set

Select

Set

Date/Time Setting

Select [CLOCK ADJUST].

Set the date and time.

You have now finished configuring the necessary settings.

To use the camera right away

To record videos (墌 pg. 18) To record still images (墌 pg. 22)

To configure other settings (墌 pg. 16)

CLOCK ADJUST

11 0 7:

DATE TIME

2006

Select

Set

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

Select

Set

GETTING STARTED

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16 EN Other Settings

Check which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 14.

Open the pad and make grip adjustments.

You can check the remaining battery power and the recordable time.

When the battery is attached

Grip Adjustment

Tri p o d M o u n t i n g

NOTE:

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

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

Data Battery System

Set the power switch to OFF.

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

NOTES:

● 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.

● If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

● The recordable time display should only be used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units.

Power off

Playback

Recording

Lock button

BATTERY CONDITION

50%

100%

MAX TIME

min

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EN 17

By default, the HDD is set as the recording medium. If you want to record to an SD card, the following three operations need to be performed.

Insert and remove the SD card only while the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on the card may be corrupted.

To remove an SD card

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

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to or .

To change the recording medium back to the HDD

Select [HDD] in step 4.

This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the SD card. For details on how to format an SD card, see “Formatting a Recording Medium” (墌 pg. 41).

When Using an SD Card

NOTE:

For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check the compatibility of recording media” (墌 pg. 3).

Insert an SD card

Open the SD card cover.

Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge first.

Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.

Close the SD card cover.

Bottom of the Camera

Clipped Edge

Change the recording medium

Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].

Select [VIDEO MODE] or [IMAGE MODE].

Select [SD].

Format an SD card when using it for the first time

QUALITY

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

Select

Set

COPY/MOVE

NO. RESET

VIDEO MODE

CLEAN UP

FORMAT

IMAGE MODE

Select

Set

HDD

Select

Set

GETTING STARTED

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18 EN Video Recording

Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10)

To stop recording Press the REC/SNAP button again.

To change the picture quality (墌 pg. 57) To register a file to an event (墌 pg. 19)

LIGHT/INFO

INDEX

Set the power switch to .

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Powe r o ff

Playback

Recording

Lock button

Set the MODE switch to .

● The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. To change the recording medium, see page 17.

: Video mode

: Still image mode

Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording.

● Approximate remaining time for recording appears.

[7h10m]

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If you select an event to register the file to before starting recording, the file will be registered to the selected event, thus making the file easy to find at playback. There are up to 3 different destinations within each event (for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

To search by event for a file to play back (墌 pg. 31)

NOTES:

● By default, the camera is set to record videos in 4:3 size. To record videos in 16:9 size, see “Changing the Screen Size” (墌 pg. 20).

● If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on using the battery pack, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to or . When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode (the access lamp lights and the LCD monitor turns off). To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as zooming.

● When the camera heats up, the 7REC indicator flashes. If the camera continues to heat up, shooting may be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the power, and then wait until the camera cools down.

● If data cannot be recorded or saved properly, the video files are not saved to the [SD_VIDEO] folder, which is for regular videos. Instead, the files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. To play back these files, see “To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder” (墌 pg. 31).

● Video files are given the names MOV_001.MOD to MOV_009.MOD, MOV_00A.MOD to MOV_00F.MOD, and MOV_010.MOD in order of recording.

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

● A new file will be created for every 4 GB of continuous shooting.

● This camera records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. Remember that this camera is not compatible with other digital video formats.

● Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording.

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

Registering Files to Events

Select [REGISTER EVENT].

Select [ON/SELECT].

Select the event that you want to register the file to.

● To select a different destination, select [NEXT PAGE].

● To cancel the event registration, select [NON SECTION].

The selected event is displayed on the screen. Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording.

NOTE:

Once you select to register a file to a certain event, the setting will remain even if you turn the power off. Unless you change the setting, you will register a file to the same event that you had previously selected.

Select

Set

Select

Set

11111

NEXT PAGENON SECTION

1/3

SELECT EVENT

VACATION

Select

Set

RECORDING

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While recording

● You can zoom in up to 15x by using the optical zoom.

● Zoom magnification over 15x is done through

digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 700x. Set [ZOOM] to [60X] or [700X]. (墌

pg. 57)

You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size. By default, the camera is set to record videos at the 4:3 size.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Each press switches the screen size.

If you select to use this function, the LED light turns on to improve visibility during shooting.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Each time you press the button, setting changes.

Zooming

NOTES:

● Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W.

● When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camera may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. (墌 pg. 57)

Changing the Screen Size

Zoom out

Zoom in

T: Telephoto

W: Wide angle

700151

Optical zoom (up to 15x)

Digital zoom (up to 700x)

16:9

TTENTION:

Videos which have been recorded in 16:9 mode may appear to be slightly vertically stretched on a 4:3 screen TV. Record videos in 4:3 size if playing back on a 4:3 screen TV.

NOTES:

● If the recording mode is set to ECONOMY, you cannot change the screen size.

● If you want to burn the recorded videos onto DVD discs, it is recommended not to mix 16:9 size videos and 4:3 size videos.

● If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may appear to be slightly vertically stretched when playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.

LED Light

The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions.

The light turns on automatically when shooting in insufficient light conditions.

Disables this function.

16:9

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The file most recently recorded will be deleted.

After the recording is finished

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Example: When checking the HDD space

The maximum recording time is displayed for each picture quality mode, and the remaining space is indicated by a pie chart.

Displayed picture quality mode

: ULTRA FINE : FINE : NORMAL : ECONOMY

For details on the picture quality, see page 71.

To return to the normal screen

Press the button again.

Deleting a File

Select [EXECUTE].

NOTE:

If the recording mode (video or still image) is switched, or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

DELETE?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select

Set

Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media

MAX RECORDING TIME

FREE USED

RECORDING

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Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10)

To change the picture quality (墌 pg. 59)

NOTES:

● Still images are recorded at 4:3 size. They cannot be recorded at 16:9 size.

● If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on using the battery pack, it turns itself off

automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to or . When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode (the access lamp lights and the LCD monitor turns off). To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as zooming.

LIGHT/INFO

Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording.

The PHOTO indicator appears during recording.

● To check how the image looks before

recording, press the REC/SNAP button halfway and hold. The indicator appears and becomes green when the captured image is focused. To cancel the recording, release the REC/SNAP button. To record it on the recording medium, press the REC/SNAP button fully.

FINE

PHOTO

Set the power switch to .

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Powe r o ff

Playback

Recording

Lock button

Set the MODE switch to .

● The camera is programmed to record still images on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. To change the recording medium, see page 17.

: Video mode

: Still image mode

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While recording

● You can zoom up to 15x by using the optical zoom.

● Digital zoom (墌 pg. 20) is not available.

If the continuous shooting mode is set to on, keeping the REC/SNAP button pressed in step 3 (墌 pg. 22) provides an effect similar to serial photography. (Interval between still images: approx. 0.3 seconds)

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Set the [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to [ON]. (墌 pg. 59)

● Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the recording medium.

● The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is used repeatedly.

If you select to use this function, the LED light turns on to improve visibility during shooting.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Each time you press the button, setting changes.

The file most recently recorded will be deleted.

After the recording is finished

Zooming

Continuous Shooting

Zoom out

Zoom in

T: Telephoto

W: Wide angle

FINE

The indicator appears.

LED Light

The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions.

The light turns on automatically when shooting in insufficient light conditions.

Disables this function.

Deleting a File

Select [EXECUTE].

NOTE:

If the recording mode (video or still image) is switched, or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

display

DELETE?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select

Set

RECORDING

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Controls in this section

Manual Recording

About manual recording mode

This mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness manually. You need to switch to this mode because auto recording mode, which adjusts these settings automatically, is selected by default.

To change to manual recording mode Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

The indicator appears.

To return to the auto recording mode

Press the AUTO button so that the indicator appears.

16:9

Press twice.

You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the MSET menus.

After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24)

Manual Setting in MSET Menu

Select the desired menu.

For details on each menu, see pages 25 and

26.

Select the desired setting.

Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value with / after selecting.

The menu disappears and the indicator for the set function appears.

[0h56m]

16:9

AUTO

S.SP

AUTO

P.AE

OFFEFOFF

Select

Set

AUTO

S.SP

AUTO

S.SP

AUTO

Power Switch

MODE Switch

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MSET Menu

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

AE (Manual Exposure)

Adjusts the brightness.

For video recording

[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically. –6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1.

Use / to set the value.

For still image recording

[±0]: The brightness is not adjusted. –2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in

increments of 1/3EV. Use / to set the value.

To lock the exposure

When the menu disappears after you finish configuring the setting, press and hold 49 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator appears.

AF (Manual Focus)

Adjusts the focus.

[AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically. : Adjusts the focus manually. Use / to set the focus.

(When zooming, the subject will not go out of focus if you adjust the focus at the telephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide-angle (W) side.)

WB (White Balance)

Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colours for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording.

[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.

MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light

source.

1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust the zoom, or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.

2) Press and hold 49 until the indicator starts blinking then stops blinking.

FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.

CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.

HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is used.

White paper

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MSET Menu (Continued)

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

S.SP (Shutter Speed)

A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.

[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. 1/2 to 1/4000 (For video recording) / 1/2 to 1/500 (For still image recording):

The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed. Use / to set the value.

NOTE:

It is recommended to use the tripod (墌 pg. 16) when recording with a slow shutter speed.

P. AE (Program AE)

You can use the program AE settings for specific shooting situations.

[OFF]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.

SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly. SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may appear too dark when

shooting in extremely bright surroundings, such as in snow.

SPOTLIGHT: Select this when a spotlight makes a subject appear

too bright.

TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.

EF (Effect)

You can record videos or still images with special effects.

[OFF]: No effect is used.

SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos. MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old

movies.

CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an old

movie atmosphere.

STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive

snapshots.

* Not available for still image recording.

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The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording with low light levels in dim locations.

After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24)

The indicator appears.

To cancel nightscope

Press (NIGHT) so that the indicator disappears.

Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With a simple operation, dark portions of the subject are brightened by increasing the exposure.

After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24)

The indicator appears.

To cancel backlight compensation

Press ( ) twice so that the indicator disappears.

Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation. You can select one of the three metering areas.

After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24)

To lock the exposure

After you finish configuring the setting, press and hold 49 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator appears.

To cancel spot exposure control

Press ( ) once so that the indicator disappears.

Nightscope

NOTE:

It is recommended to use the tripod (墌 pg. 16) when recording with a slow shutter speed.

Backlight Compensation

16:9

Spot Exposure Control

Select the desired spot metering area frame.

16:9

Press twice.

The indicator appears.

Select

Set

[0h56m]

16:9

RECORDING

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To return to the index screen Press INDEX when playback is paused.

To adjust the speaker volume

During playback, slide the speaker volume control towards + to turn the volume up, or towards – to turn the volume down.

To turn the date display on/off

Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (墌 pg. 56)

To check the file information Press INFO when playback is paused. (墌 pg. 39)

NOTES:

● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV. (墌 pg. 34)

● At the junctions between scenes, the image may stop momentarily or the sound may be interrupted.

However, this is not a malfunction.

● When the camera heats up, the U indicator flashes. If the camera continues to heat up, playback may be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the camera power, and then wait until the camera cools down.

LIGHT/INFO

INDEX

Press / / / to select the desired file, then press

● To pause playback, press 49 again.

Select

Set

Set the power switch to .

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Power o ff

Playback

Recording

Lock button

Set the MODE switch to .

● To change the medium to be played back, see page 17.

: Video mode

: Still image mode

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Index screen for videos

Zoom Lever/Speaker Volume Control

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To resume normal playback, press 49.

● Pressing / repeatedly increases the search speed. (–60x to +60x)

● Pressing / repeatedly advances or reverses the still picture frame by frame.

While playback is paused

You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.

While playback is paused

● Press / / / to move to the magnified area you want to view.

● To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.

Various Operations during Playback

Still playback (Pause)

Search playback

Locating the start point of the file or skipping the file

Frame-by-frame playback

Forward

Backward

Forward

While playback is paused

Forwa rd

Backward

Slow motion playback

Playback zoom

Forward

Backward

Press and hold.

Full view of the image

The mark indicates the centre point of the magnified area.

PLAYBACK

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One-touch operation enables you to switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen for the convenient file search.

To change the display On the index screen

Each press switches the screen.

You can search the desired file by the recording date.

After displaying the date index screen in “To change the display” (墌 pg. 30)

File Search Function

Date index screen

Event screen

Index screen

Date Index Screen

Select the recording date.

Select the desired file.

● During playback, mark appears on the top left corner of the screen.

SEARCH DATE

20 2006

23 2006

02 2006

13 2006

07 2006

1/7

20.08.2006

Select

Set

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You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (墌 pg. 19) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search.

After displaying the event screen in “To change the display” (墌 pg. 30)

To change the event registration of a file (墌 pg. 43)

If data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. (墌 pg. 19)

1 Press the REC/SNAP button while the

index screen is displayed.

2 After [MPG] is displayed, press / /

/ to select the file you want to play,

then press 49.

To return to the index screen Press the REC/SNAP button again.

● The file information and playlist creation functions are not available for files in the [EXTMOV] folder.

● When deleting the files in the [EXTMOV] folder, perform it on the PC.

Preparation: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen.

To exit the file delete screen

Select

[CANCEL] in step 2.

Event Screen

Select the event.

● To move to the next page, select [NEXT PAGE].

Select the recording date.

● To display all the files, select [ALL SCENES].

Select the desired file.

● During playback, mark appears on the top left corner of the screen.

11111

1/3

SEARCH EVENT

VACATION

SEARCH EVENT

0820 2006

0902 2006

0813 2006

ALL SCENES

0707 2006

1/7

20.08.2006

Select

Set

Select

Set

To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder

Deleting a Video File

Select [EXECUTE].

Remaining files: 0059

DELETE?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

You can select the file that you want to delete by pressing / .

Select

Set

PLAYBACK

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To return to the index screen Press INDEX.

To turn the date/time display on/off

Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (墌 pg. 56)

To check the file information

Press INFO when playback is paused. (墌 pg. 39)

One-touch operation enables you to switch the index screen to the date index screen for the convenient file search.

● The event screen cannot be used for still images.

For details on operations, see page 30.

File Search Function

LIGHT/INFO

INDEX

Press / / / to select the desired file, then press

● Press / to display the previous/

next file.

Select

Set

Set the power switch to .

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Power o ff

Playback

Recording

Lock button

Set the MODE switch to .

● To change the medium to be played back, see page 17.

: Video mode

: Still image mode

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Index screen for still image

Zoom Lever

Date index screen

Index screen

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You can playback all the images stored in the recording media automatically.

During playback

● During the slide show, pressing displays files in descending order, and pressing displays files in ascending order.

To end the slide show

Press 49 again.

You can rotate a still image clockwise or counterclockwise.

During playback

● Each time you press or , the image rotates (90° 180° 270° 0°).

You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.

During playback

● Press / / / to move to the magnified area you want to view.

● To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.

Preparation:

Playback the still image. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen.

To exit the file delete screen

Select

[CANCEL] in step 2.

Slide Show

Image Rotation

Counterclockwise

Clockwise

Playback Zoom

Deleting a Still Image File

Select [EXECUTE].

Full view of the image

The mark indicates the centre point of the magnified area.

Remaining files: 0059

DELETE?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

You can select the file that you want to delete by pressing / .

Select

Set

PLAYBACK

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Make sure all units are turned off before connecting.

After connecting the camera to the TV in “Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder” (墌pg. 34)

Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder

NOTES:

● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camera. The core filter reduces interference.

● It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (墌 pg. 14)

●

To connect the camera to a PC, refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE.

● This camera is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard.

● When using S-video cable, also connect the AV cable.

Playback on TV

AV Connector

S Connector

S-Video Cable (optional)

Enables playback of even higher quality.

AV C a ble (provided)

AV Input Terminal for TV, VCR, or DVD Recorder

Connect the cable so that the colours of the terminals and connectors match.

(White: audio left, red: audio right, yellow: video)

Open the cover.

When connecting the camera to a VCR/DVD recorder, also check the connection between the VCR/DVD recorder and the TV.

Turn on the camera and the TV.

Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

(Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder)

Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode.

Start playback on the camera. (墌 pg. 28, 32)

NOTE:

If the aspect ratio of the video you are playing is strange and the screen size can be changed on the TV, make adjustments on the TV.

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A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use.

The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).

A Infrared Beam Transmitting Window B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

Zoom In/Out (墌 pg. 20, 23)

C Up Button

Rotate Button (counterclockwise) (墌 pg. 33)

D Skip Backward Button E Left Button F Back Button G PLAYLIST Button (墌 pg. 44) H START/STOP Button I SNAPSHOT Button (墌 pg. 22) J INFO Button (墌 pg. 39) K Skip Forward Button L PLAY/PAUSE Button M Right Button N Next Button O Down Button

Rotate Button (clockwise) (墌 pg. 33)

P INDEX Button Q DATE Button

Playback Using the Remote Control

Beam Effective Area

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

Remote Sensor

Effective distance for indoor use: 5 m

Lock Tab

Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab.

Buttons and Functions

PLAYBACK

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Controls in this section

Playback with Special Effects

You can add the following two types of special effects before playback.

Wipe or fader effects

Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images.

Playback effects

Add effects that, for example, alter the colour tones of videos.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

To turn off the effect

Select [OFF] in step 3.

Select [WIPE/FADER] (Video only) or [EFFECT].

Select a desired effect.

For details on each effect, see page 37.

DELETE

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

PROTECT

DATE/DISPLAY

CHANGE EVENT REG.

Select

Set

WIPE:DOOR

WIPE:SCROLL

WIPE:SHUTTER

OFF

FADER:B.W

FADER:BLACK

FADER:WHITE

OFF

Select

Set

Power Switch

MODE Switch

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*Not available for still image recording.

[WIPE/FADER]

Menus Details

FADER:WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER:BLACK Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER:B.W Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out

from colour to black and white.

WIPE:CORNER Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner,

or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.

WIPE:WINDOW The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward

the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the centre.

WIPE:SLIDE Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right. WIPE:DOOR Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,

revealing the scene, or wipe out so the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene.

WIPE:SCROLL The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or

wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.

WIPE:SHUTTER Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom,

or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black screen.

[EFFECT]

Menus Details

SEPIA The image is given a brownish tint like an old photo.

MONOTONE The image becomes black and white like an old movie.

CLASSIC FILM* The image is given an old movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping

frames.

STROBE* The image looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.

PLAYBACK

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Controls in this section

Managing Files

You can directly manage recorded files in the camera.

CAUTION:

Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation. If the data on the recording medium becomes corrupted, format the recording medium. (墌 pg. 41)

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

To exit the file delete screen

Select [CANCEL] in step 3.

Deleting Files

Deleting with the Button

Select the file to be deleted.

Select [EXECUTE].

NOTE:

If you press during recording mode, the file recorded most recently will be deleted. However, if the recording mode (video or still image) is switched or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.

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Remaining files: 0059

DELETE?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

You can select the file that you want to delete by pressing / .

Select

Set

LIGHT/INFO MENU

/ ///

Power Switch

MODE Switch

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Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

Preparation:

● For video files: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen.

● For still images: Playback the still image. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen.

FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file) QUALITY: Image quality (墌 pg. 57) PROTECT: File protection status (墌 pg. 40)

FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording SIZE: Image size (墌 pg. 59) QUALITY: Image quality (墌 pg. 59) PROTECT: File protection status (墌 pg. 40)

To turn off the file information display Press INFO again.

Deleting on Menu Screen

Select [DELETE].

Select the desired menu.

● [CURRENT]:

Currently displayed file is deleted. You can select the previous or next file by pressing

● [FILE SELECT]:

You can choose multiple files to delete from the index screen.

1) Press / / / to select the file you want to delete, then press 49.

• The mark appears on the file. To

select other files, repeat this step.

• If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the

preview screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever towards W returns to the index screen.

2) Press MENU.

● [DELETE ALL]:

All files are deleted.

DATE/DISPLAY

PROTECT

DELETE

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

Select

Set

DELETE ALL

CURRENT

FILE SELECT

Select

Set

Remaining files: 0059

DELETE?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select [EXECUTE].

If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3, select [EXECUTE AND QUIT].

NOTES:

● Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete them, release the protection first. (墌 pg. 40)

● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored. Check files before deleting.

Viewing File Information

Video Files

Still Image Files

Select

Set

: MOV D0A. MOD : PRG 001 : 01. 01.06 12:00 : 0:20:05 : ULTRA FINE : OFF

FILE FOLDER DATE/TIME PB TIME QUALITY PROTECT

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Managing Files (Continued)

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

To release protection

Select the protected file in step 3.

To release protection of all files

1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL], then press

49.

2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then

press 49.

Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure

Select [PROTECT].

Select the desired menu.

● [CURRENT]:

Currently displayed file is protected. You can select the previous or next file by pressing / .

● [FILE SELECT]:

You can choose multiple files to protect from index screen.

1) Press / / / to select the file you want to protect, then press 49.

• The mark appears on the file. To

select other files, repeat this step.

• If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the

preview screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever towards W returns to the index screen.

2) Press MENU.

● [PROTECT ALL]:

All files are protected.

REC MEDIA SETTING

EFFECT

PROTECT

DELETE

BASIC SETTING

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

Select

Set

CANCEL ALL

CURRENT

FILE SELECT

PROTECT ALL

Select

Set

PROTECT?

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select [EXECUTE].

If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3, select [QUIT].

NOTE:

For an SD card, you can use the write/erase protection tab to set protection. To protect all the files, slide the tab to the “LOCK” position.

Select

Set

Write/erase protection tab

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You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk (HDD) or SD cards. You have to format newlypurchased SD cards with this camera before using them. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be erased by the formatting process.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to or .

To make it more difficult to recover the data on the hard disk

Even if you format the hard disk or erase the data on the hard disk, sometimes the erased data can be recovered by using data recovery software etc. that are commercially available. By pressing 49 while selecting [HDD] and holding down the button in step 4, you can erase the data on the hard disk in a format that is difficult to recover. Moreover, by repeating this procedure, you can make the data even more difficult to recover.

● When formatting in this way, a formatting progress bar is displayed.

● If the formatting progress bar does not appear, select [CANCEL] and try again from step

Formatting a Recording Medium

Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].

Select [FORMAT].

Select [HDD] or [SD].

Select [EXECUTE].

QUALITY

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

Select

Set

VIDEO MODE

IMAGE MODE

FORMAT

NO. RESET

COPY/MOVE

CLEAN UP

Select

Set

HDD

Select

Set

DO YOU WANT TO FORMAT

HARD DISK DRIVE?

ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select

Set

NOTE:

Do not format the recording medium on your PC. Make sure that you format the recording medium on the camera.

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Writing speed of recording media tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. To regain the speed, execute cleanup periodically. The cleanup function is equivalent to a PC’s “Defragmentation” function.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to or .

● Be sure to use the provided AC adapter for

the power supply when cleaning up a recording medium. (墌 pg. 14)

By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously recorded files.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to or .

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium

Select and set items as follows. [REC MEDIA SETTING] [CLEAN UP]

Select [HDD] or [SD].

Select [EXECUTE].

● When cleanup is finished, [CLEANING UP COMPLETED] appears. Press 49 to complete the operation.

● Depending on the hard disk drive it may take several minutes for the cleanup process to be completed.

QUALITY

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

Select

Set

HDD

Select

Set

CLEAN UP?

THIS PROCESS MAY

TAKE A WHILE.

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select

Set

Resetting the File Number

Select and set items as follows. [REC MEDIA SETTING]

[NO. RESET]

Select the file type ([VIDEO] or [IMAGE]).

Select [EXECUTE].

QUALITY

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

Select

Set

IMAGE

VIDEO

Select

Set

EXECUTE NO. RESET

FOR VIDEO FILES

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select

Set

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Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording

Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].

Select a new event to register the file to.

● To move to the next page, select [NEXT PAGE].

● To cancel the event registration, select [NON SECTION].

Select the file you want to register.

● The mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step.

● If you slide the zoom lever towards

T, the

preview screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever towards

W returns to the index

screen.

EFFECT

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

Select

Set

NON SECTION

SELECT EVENT

11111

1/3

VACATION

Select

Set

VIDEO 1/7

Select

Set

Select [SAVE AND QUIT].

EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS

SAVE OPERATION CONTENT?

CANCEL

DELETE AND QUIT

SAVE AND QUIT

Select

Set

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Controls in this section

Playlists

What is a Playlist?

It is a list that enables you to organise recorded videos in order of preference.

To display the playlist screen Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

Select [PLAYLIST].

NOTE:

You can display the playlist menu simply by pressing the PLAYLIST button on the remote control.

PROTECT

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

EFFECT

Select

Set

DELETE

PLAYLIST CONTENTS

NEW LIST

EDIT

After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 44)

Creating Playlists

Select [NEW LIST].

Select an item and display files.

● [IMPORT FROM EVENT]:

Search for an event and display the corresponding files listed by recording date. Press / / / to select the event, then press 49.

● [IMPORT FROM DATE]:

Display all the files in the medium listed by recording date.

● [ALL SCENES]:

Display all files individually.

Select the file to add to playlist.

Select

Set

NEW LIST

ALL SCENES

IMPORT FROM DATE

IMPORT FROM EVENT

Select

Set

EDIT

DVD1

TOTAL

00h00m

The files are displayed.

See “Displaying Files” (墌 pg. 45) for details.

Select

Set

EDIT

DVD1

TOTAL 00h00m

Insertion point

MENUINDEX

Zoom Lever

Power Switch

MODE Switch

/ ///

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To check a registered scene

1) Press after step 6 to move to the

registered file column shown on the right.

2) Use / to select a file and press 49.

3) Press INDEX to return to the previous

screen.

To delete a registered scene

1) Press after step 6 to move to the

registered file column shown on the right.

2) Use / to select a file and press .

Details on how files are displayed in step 4 are described below.

All the files recorded on the same date are displayed as a single file. Originally, these files cannot be registered separately. To register files separately, perform “Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist” (墌 pg. 46) after creating the playlist.

To check individual scenes

Use / to select the file and press the INDEX button. A list of individual scenes appears.

● To display the preview screen, select a file and press 49. Press again to return to the previous screen.

● Press INDEX again to stop checking.

Files can be displayed individually and registered in order of preference.

Select the insertion point.

● To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.

Select [SAVE AND QUIT].

NOTES:

● A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.

● Each playlist can consist of a maximum of 99

scenes.

● If you delete the original files, the corresponding files are also deleted from the playlist.

● Files in the [EXTMOV] folder cannot be used to create playlists.

EDIT

DVD1

TOTAL 30h15m

Select

Set

QUIT PLAYLIST

SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?

CANCEL

DELETE AND QUIT

SAVE AND QUIT

Select

Set

Displaying Files

When selecting [IMPORT FROM EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE]

When selecting [ALL SCENES]

EDIT

12. 03. 2006

DVD1

TOTAL

00h00m

Recording date: 12. 03. 2006

11:00

13:00

15:00

EDIT

DVD1

TOTAL 00h00m

Recording date: 12. 03. 2006

11:00

13:00

15:00

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Playlists (Continued)

After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 44)

To stop playback

Press 49.

To return to the normal playback mode

Select [ALL SCENES] in step 4.

You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist.

Preparation:

Perform “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 44).

3 Press / to select [EDIT], then

press 49.

4 Press / to select the playlist you

want to edit, then press 49.

● To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8

in “Creating Playlists” (墌 pg. 44).

The default name of a playlist is its creation date and time.

3 Press / to select [RENAME], then

press 49.

4 Press / to select the desired

playlist, then press 49.

5 Press / / / to select the desired

letter, then press 49.

● Repeat this process to complete the name.

● You can change the character types (capital

letters, small letters or marks) by selecting [A/ a/@].

● To correct a letter, select [}] or []] and press 49 to move the cursor to the letter, then select [CLEAR] and press 49.

6 Press / / / to select [ ], then

press 49.

Original files are not deleted even if you delete the playlist.

3 Press / to select [DELETE], then

press 49.

4 Press / to select a playlist you

want to delete.

● To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE ALL].

5Press 49. 6 Press / to select [EXECUTE], then

press 49.

Playing Back Playlists

Select [PLAYLIST CONTENTS].

Select the playlist that you want to playback.

● During playback of the playlist, mark appears on the top left corner of the screen.

● If you slide the zoom lever towards W while playback is paused, the index screen for playlist appears. You can see the contents of the playlist and select the desired scene. To return to the playback screen, slide the zoom lever to T.

ALL SCENES

01 10. 11. 06 11:30

02 15. 11. 06 23:00

03 25. 11. 06 11:00

PLAYLIST CONTENTS

Select

Set

Select

Set

Other Operations of Playlists

Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist

Changing Playlist Names

Deleting Playlist

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Controls in this section

Print Setting

This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camera. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or for taking the recording medium to a photo lab for printing.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

DPOF Print Setting

Select [DPOF].

Select

Set

RESET

SELECT IMAGES

ALL1

CHECK SETTINGS

To cancel the selection

Set the number of prints to “00”.

To print all still images (One print for each)

1) In step 3, press / to select [ALL1], then

press 49.

2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then

press 49.

To confirm DPOF settings

In step 3, press / to select [CHECK SETTINGS], then press 49.

● If necessary, change the number of prints for the desired file by following steps

4 and

To reset DPOF settings

1) In step 3, press / to select [RESET],

then press 49.

2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then

press 49.

Select [SELECT IMAGES].

Select the desired file.

● If you slide and hold the zoom lever towards

T, the preview screen of the still image is displayed.

Select the number of prints.

● To set print information for other images, repeat steps

4 and 5. (You can set up to

999 files.)

DPOF TOTAL: 0 7/59

00 00

Select

Set

Number of prints

Select

Set

Select

Set

/ /// 49

MODE Switch

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Zoom Lever

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Print Setting (Continued)

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera directly to the printer with the USB cable. DPOF setting can also be used. (墌pg. 47)

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to .

● Set the MODE switch to .

To stop printing after printing starts

1) Press 49.

2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.

If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. (墌 pg. 47)

After performing step 1-3

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer

To Print by Selecting a Still Image

Select [DIRECT PRINT].

● [PLEASE CONNECT PRINTER] appears.

Connect the camera to the printer with the USB cable.

● After a while, the print menu appears.

Select [SELECTED PRINT].

Select the desired Image.

DELETE

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

DPOF

DIRECT PRINT

EFFECT

PROTECT

Select

Set

CANCEL

DPOF PRINT

SELECTED PRINT

Select

Set

PRINT THIS IMAGE

SET

CANCEL

NUMBE R OF PRI NTS

OFF

DATE

Select

Set

Press / to select menus and press / to select settings.

● [NUMBER OF PRINTS]:

The number of prints can be set from 1 to

99.

● [DATE]:

Set whether to print the date and time.

Select [PRINT].

NOTE:

If the printer is not recognised, or to print again after direct printing with a PictBridge printer, remove the USB cable, select [DIRECT PRINT] in the menu again, and then reconnect the cable.

To Print Using the DPOF Settings

Select and set items as follows. [DPOF PRINT] [PRINT]

● To confirm the DPOF setting, press /

to select [CHECK SETTINGS], then press

49. After that, press MENU to return to the previous menu.

Select

Set

Select

Set

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Controls in this section

Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs

Connecting the camera to a DVD burner (CUVD10, sold separately) enables you to dub the video files in the camera to a DVD disc.

Supported discs: DVD-R, DVD-RW

● Regarding DVD-R discs, only unused DVD-R discs can be used. Regarding DVD-RW discs, used DVD-RW discs can also be used, but they need to be formatted before recording. Formatting a disc deletes all content recorded on the disc up until that time.

● After dubbing, the disc is automatically finalised so that it can be played on other devices. After finalising, the disc is a play-only disc, so no more files can be added.

Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function)

Preparation: Set the power switch to OFF.

Connect the camera to a DVD burner with the USB cable provided with the DVD burner.

For details, see the DVD burner’s instruction manual.

Connect the AC adapter to the camera.

Set the power switch to .

The auto lamp lights up green, and the screen as shown below is displayed.

PLAY DVD

CREATE DVD

SELECT FROM EVENT

SELECT FROM DATE

SELECT FROM PLAYLIST

SELECT FROM HISTORY

ALL SCENES

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

DUBBING

INDEX

/ /// 49

Power Switch

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To check whether the DVD disc was created properly

Select [PLAY DVD] in the screen that appears in step 3 and press 49. You can also playback the DVD on the TV by connecting the camera with the audio/video cable. Press INDEX to stop checking.

Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function) (Continued)

Select an item and display the DVD Creation List for the files to be dubbed.

● [SELECT FROM EVENT]:

Search for an event and display the corresponding files listed by recording date. Press / / / to select the event, then press 49.

● [SELECT FROM DATE]:

Display the files recorded on selected dates listed by recording date. Press / to select the recording date, then press 49.

● [SELECT FROM PLAYLIST]:

1)Press / to select the desired list, then press 49. To select other lists, repeat this process.

2)Press .

● [SELECT FROM HISTORY]:

Create a DVD disc identical to the one created last time. The last creation date is displayed. (Up to 20 files) Press / to select the date, then press

49.

● [ALL SCENES]:

Display all files individually.

Make sure to read “DVD Creation List” (墌 pg. 51) before proceeding to the next procedure.

Select

Set

DVD CREATION LIST

11. 10. 2006

13. 10. 2006DVD3

12. 10. 2006DVD2

10. 10. 2006DVD1

ALL DISCS

Files for dubbing are displayed.

Disc number

Select the desired disc number.

● If you select [ALL DISCS], all discs in the list are created.

● To check individual files

Use / to select the file number and press the INDEX button. A list of individual scenes appears.

• To display the preview screen, select a file

and press 49. Press again to return to the previous screen.

•Press INDEX again to stop checking.

Select [EXECUTE].

● The DVD disc begins to be created.

● When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]

appears, change the disc. The second DVD disc begins to be created.

● To continue creating DVD discs, select

[CONTINUE] and press 49.

ALL WILL BE CREATED

TIME REQUIRED: 45 MIN

CANCEL

EXECUTE

Select

Set

COMPLETED

CONTINUE

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Files for dubbing can be displayed in two ways shown below.

Displaying file by recording date or playlist

Multiple files are displayed as a single file.

Displaying file individually

Files are displayed individually.

Disc number shows the number of DVD discs you can create. The dubbing range of each disc is automatically allocated, presuming that all the files are to be dubbed from the first one on the list. This dubbing range cannot be changed.

ex.)“DVD1” records 2 files, “10.10.2006” and

“11.10.2006”.

DVD discs created with the camera can be played on compatible DVD players or other devices.

● An individual date or individual playlist becomes one title.

● The discs are configured so that playback begins automatically when they are inserted in devices.

● To display the top menu, press the corresponding menu button of the other device.

DVD Creation List

Displaying Files for Dubbing

Disc Number

DVD CREATION LIST

11.10.2006

13.10.2006DVD3

12.10.2006DVD2

10.10.2006DVD1

ALL DISCS

Recording date: 10. 10. 2006

11:00

13:00

15:00

DVD CREATION LIST

10.10.2006

13.10.2006DVD3

10.10.2006DVD2

10.10.2006DVD1

ALL DISCS

Recording date: 10. 10. 2006

11:00

13:00

15:00

11. 10. 2006

13. 10. 2006DVD3

12. 10. 2006DVD2

10. 10. 2006DVD1

ALL DISCS

Mark that shows that the disc is created already.

Menu for Disc Playback

23:09

DVD 0 1

25. 10. 2006

2h 14m

7/53

BOSTON

07. 10. 2006

BOSTON

09. 10. 2006

BOSTON

11. 10. 2006

To display other pages, use these arrows.

DUBBING

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Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)

Preparation:

Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder. (墌 pg. 34)

To stop dubbing

Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder, then stop playback on the camera.

Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing

Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode.

Start playback on the camera.

● To playback videos (墌 pg. 28)

● To playback playlists (墌 pg. 46)

At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder.

(Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s instruction manual.)

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Copying/Moving Still Image Files

Check which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 49.

You can copy or move still image files between the HDD and SD card using the on-screen display.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to or .

● Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD

slot.

● Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium.

To stop the file transfer

Press 49, then select [EXECUTE] and press

49.

Select and set items as follows. [REC MEDIA SETTING] [COPY/ MOVE]

Select the desired menu.

● [COPY]: Files are copied to the destination

medium while leaving original files in the source medium.

● [MOVE]: Files are moved to the destination

medium while deleting original files (except read-only files) in the source medium.

SELF-TIMER

GAIN UP

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

Select

Set

MOVE

COPY

Select

Set

IMAGE COPY

CANCEL

EXECUTE

MEDIA

FILE UNIT

NUMBER OF FILE

0059

ALL

HDD SD

Set the direction of copy/move. (HDD ] SD or SD ] HDD)

Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to copy/move.

● [FILE]:

Select when you want to transfer the selected files.

1)Press / / / to select the desired file, then press 49.

• The mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step.

2)Press MENU.

● [ALL]:

Select when you want to transfer all files in the recording medium.

Select [EXECUTE].

● File transfer starts. When [COPYING (MOVING) COMPLETED] appears, press

49.

Select

Set

DUBBING

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Controls in this section

Changing the Menu Settings

You can change the menu settings to customize your camera.

● Some menus can be used for both operation modes (recording/playback) and file types (video/still image). Other menus can be used depending on the selected file type and operation mode.

● To see all the menus, scroll the screen.

Preparation:

● Select (recording) or (playback)

using the power switch.

● Select (video) or (still image) using the

MODE switch.

To return to the previous screen

Press .

To return to the normal screen Press MENU.

To display the operation guide

Press INFO when the menu screen is displayed. (The operation guide is not displayed depending on the type of the menu.) To remove the operation guide, press INFO again.

Select the desired menu.

For details on each menu, see pages 55 to

59.

Select the desired menu setting.

NOTE:

Even if the menu item is displayed, some items cannot be set depending on the selected mode (video/still image, recording/playback). In this case, sub menus cannot be accessed and settings cannot be changed.

PROTECT

DELETE

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

DATE/DISPLAY

EFFECT

Select

Set

WIPE:DOOR

WIPE:SCROLL

WIPE:SHUTTER

OFF

FADER:B.W

FADER:BLACK

FADER:WHITE

OFF

Select

Set

LIGHT/INFO MENU

/ ///

Power Switch

MODE Switch

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Common Menus for All Modes

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

BASIC SETTING

Press 49 and then select sub menus.

–

PRESET

Returns all the camera settings to their default values.

EXECUTE: Performs this function. [CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without

executing reset.

–

DEMO MODE

Introduces special features of the camera at the following cases.

● When the menu screen is closed.

● When there is no operation for about 3 minutes after the power switch is set to .

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function.

NOTES:

● The demonstration only works when the DC cord is connected, not with the battery.

● If an SD card is in the camera, demonstration will not take place even if this mode is set to [ON].

–

OPERATION SOUND

Enables you to set the operation sound or turn the operation sound on/off.

OFF: Turns off the operation sound. BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on

or off, and at the beginning and end of recording.

[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when

any operation is performed.

–

REMOTE

Turns reception of the operation signal from the remote control on/off.

OFF: The camera does not receive the signal from the

remote control.

[ON]: Enables operation with the remote control.

–

DROP DETECTION

Setting this function helps prevent damage to the HDD by enabling the camera to turn off the power automatically when, for example, it detects that it has been dropped.

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function.

To turn the unit on when the drop detection worked, set the power switch to OFF, and to on again.

CAUTION:

Setting this function to off increases the chances of

damaging the built-in hard disk if the camera is accidentally dropped.

–

MENU SETTINGS

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56 EN Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)

Common Menus for All Modes (Continued)

Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

REC MEDIA SETTING

Press 49 and then select sub menus.

–

VIDEO MODE

Enables you to set the recording medium for videos.

[HDD] / SD

IMAGE MODE

Enables you to set the recording medium for still images.

[HDD] / SD

FORMAT

Enables you to select the medium to format.

[HDD] / SD

CLEAN UP

Enables you to select the medium to clean up.

[HDD] / SD

COPY/MOVE

Enables you to set whether to duplicate or move still images during dubbing.

[COPY] / MOVE

NO. RESET

Enables you to select the file type (videos or still images) when resetting the file number.

[VIDEO] / IMAGE

DATE/DISPLAY

Press 49 and then select sub menus.

–

BRIGHT

Enables you to set the brightness of the LCD monitor.

Adjust the brightness of the display using / , then press 49.

–

DATE/TIME

Enables you to set whether to display the current time on the LCD monitor.

OFF: The date/time does not appear. [AUTO]: The date/time appears for approx. 5 seconds

in the following cases.

●When the power switch is set from OFF to

●When playback starts

●When the date is changed during playback

ON: The date/time is always displayed.

NOTE:

You can set different settings for each mode (video recording/playback and still image recording/playback).

–

SCENE COUNTER

Enables you to set whether to display the counter in video mode.

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function.

–

LANGUAGE

Enables you to set the language for menus.

[ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / DEUTSCH / ESPAÑOL /

ITALIANO / NEDERLANDS / PORTUGUÊS /

РУССКИЙ ///B.MELAYU / BHS.INDO /

// /

NOTE:

The factory-preset and available languages vary depending on the model.

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Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

CLOCK ADJUST

Enables you to set the time.

DATE / TIME

DATE DISPLAY ORDER

Enables you to set the date and time display format.

DATE ORDER: year.month.day / month.day.year /

[day.month.year] TIME: [24h] / 12h

–

DISPLAY OFF: Turns off the on-screen display.

[ON]: Turns on the on-screen display.

–

Video Recording Menus

Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

Enables you to turn on/off event registration for any videos before starting recording.

ON/SELECT: Activates the function. After you activate

this function, you can select the event to register videos to.

[OFF]: Disables the function.

QUALITY

Enables you to set the picture quality for videos.

[ULTRA FINE] / FINE / NORMAL / ECONOMY

–

WIND CUT

Reduces noise caused by wind.

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function.

–

GAIN UP

Makes the subject appear bright automatically when you record in dark places. However, the overall colour tones appear grayish.

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function.

–

DIS

Compensates for hand shake.

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function.

NOTES:

● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake

is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions. In this case, the indicator blinks or goes out.

● Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on

a tripod.

–

CAMERA SETTING

Press 49 and then select sub menus.

–

ZOOM

Enables you to set the maximum zoom ratio.

15X: Only optical zoom is available up to 15x. [60X]: Digital zoom is available up to 60x. 700X: Digital zoom is available up to 700x.

TELE MACRO

You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 50 cm.

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function.

–

MENU SETTINGS

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58 EN Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)

Video Playback Menus

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

CHANGE EVENT REG.

Enables you to change the event registration of recorded video files.

BABY / BIRTHDAY / VACATION / HOLIDAY /

SPORTS / GRADUATION / ANNIVERSARY / DAUGHTER / SON / CONGRATULATIONS / NON

SECTION

PLAYLIST

Enables you to perform operations related to playlists.

[PLAYLIST CONTENTS] / NEW LIST / EDIT /

RENAME / DELETE

WIPE/FADER

These are special playback effects. They add effects to the beginning and end of playback.

[OFF] / FADER:WHITE / FADER:BLACK /

FADER:B.W / WIPE:CORNER / WIPE:WINDOW / WIPE:SLIDE / WIPE:DOOR / WIPE:SCROLL / WIPE:SHUTTER

EFFECT

These are special playback effects. They add effects that alter colour tones.

[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE / CLASSIC FILM /

STROBE

PROTECT

Enables you to perform operations related to protecting files.

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /

CANCEL ALL

DELETE

Enables you to perform operations related to deleting files.

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL

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Still Image Recording Menus

Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

QUALITY

Enables you to set the picture quality for still images.

[FINE] / STANDARD

–

IMAGE SIZE

Enables you to select the picture size for still images.

[1280 x 960] / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480

–

SELF-TIMER

This is the timer function. It starts recording when the set time elapses after the REC/SNAP button is pressed.

[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC

–

CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

This is the continuous shooting function. It records still images continuously while the REC/SNAP button is pressed.

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function.

GAIN UP

Makes the subject appear bright automatically when you record in dark places. However, the overall colour tones appear grayish.

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function.

–

CAMERA SETTING

Press 49 and then select sub menus.

–

TELE MACRO

You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 50 cm.

[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function.

–

Still Image Playback Menus

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

墌

DPOF

Enables you to configure settings related to DPOF.

SELECT IMAGES / ALL1 / CHECK SETTINGS /

RESET

DIRECT PRINT

Enables you to configure settings related to printing.

After you select this menu, connect the camera to a printer with the USB cable.

EFFECT

These are special playback effects. They add effects that alter colour tones.

[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE

PROTECT

Enables you to perform operations related to protecting files.

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /

CANCEL ALL

DELETE

Enables you to perform operations related to deleting files.

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL

MENU SETTINGS

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60 EN Troubleshooting

The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly.

● To solve the problem, first follow the instructions below.

● If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. (墌 right column)

● If the problem persists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

To reset the camera

1) Press RESET using a piece of wire or other

pointed instrument. The power is turned off once and turned on again automatically.

2) If nothing happens, set the power switch to

OFF and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then reattach it.

3) Execute [PRESET] from the menu. The camera returns to its factory-preset. (墌 pg. 55)

RESET

Trouble Action

墌

Power

No power is supplied.

● Connect the AC adapter securely.

● Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly.

● Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.

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–

No display appears.

● When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode, the access lamp lights, and the LCD monitor turns off. To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as zooming.

–

The power was turned off accidentally.

● The drop detection function operated. Set the power switch to OFF, and turn the power on again. To turn off the drop detection function, set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF].

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Tro ub le Action

墌

Displays

The power/charge lamp on the camera does not light during charging.

● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C.

● When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light. Check the remaining battery power.

–

[SET DATE/TIME!] appears.

● The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is discharged, so the previously set date/time is erased. Connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock's lithium battery. Then set the date/ time.

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Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.

● Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.

● When the LCD monitor's LED light reaches the end of its service

life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

–

Coloured bright spots appear on the LCD monitor.

● The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the picture. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %)

–

Image does not appear on the LCD monitor.

● Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

Image appears to be slightly vertically stretched when playing back on a 4:3 screen TV.

● Such a phenomenon will occur if the image is recorded at 16:9 mode. Record videos at 4:3 mode if playing back on a 4:3 screen TV.

Recording

Recording cannot be performed.

● Replace with new recording medium or delete unnecessary files.

● Select the recording medium properly.

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When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

● This is not a malfunction.

–

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.

● This is not a malfunction.

–

During recording, the date/time does not appear.

● Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON].

FURTHER INFORMATION

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62 EN Troubleshooting (Continued)

Trouble Action

墌

Recording (Continued)

The LCD monitor indications blink.

● Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS, and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.

–

Digital zoom does not work.

● Set [ZOOM] to [60X] or [700X].

● Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode.

–

The recorded image is white.

● In bright places, setting “Nightscope” or a slow speed is not recommended.

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The focus is not adjusted automatically.

● Set focus to the automatic mode.

● Clean the lens and check the focus again.

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The colour of the image looks strange.

● Try manual white balance adjustment.

The recorded image is too dark.

● Try backlight compensation or manual exposure.

25 27

The recorded image is too bright.

● Try manual exposure.

White balance setting cannot be activated.

● Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.

The continuous shooting speed of still images is slow.

● The continuous shooting speed will drop when repeatedly making continuous shots, when using certain recording media, or under certain recording conditions.

–

Playback

Playback cannot be performed.

● Select the recording medium properly.

● To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or channel that

is appropriate for video playback.

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The same image is displayed for a long time during video playback, or motion is choppy.

● The surface of the disk or card is damaged. It is recommended to run check disk regularly on the PC, providing that there is no data on the hard disk of the camera.

–

The black & white fader does not work.

● Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) mode.

There is a noise during playback.

● The sound of the hard disk drive may have been recorded if the camera was moved suddenly during recording. Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording.

–

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Tro ub le Action

墌

Editing / Printing

Files cannot be deleted.

● Remove protection from the files and delete them.

When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.

● This is not a malfunction. This can be avoided by recording with DIS activated.

Other problems

The data process is too slow after the power is switched on or the mode is changed.

● There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or more) stored in the recording medium. Copy the stored files to a PC, and delete them from the recording medium.

The SD card cannot be removed from the camera.

● Push the SD card in a few more times.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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64 EN Warning Indications

The following indications appear on the screen.

Indication Meaning

墌

(Battery indicator)

● Displays the remaining battery power. Remaining power level

● As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

–

SET DATE/TIME!

● Appears when the date/time is not set.

● Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and

the previously set date/time is erased.

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LENS CAP

● Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on with the power switch set to if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.

–

PLEASE INSERT MEMORY CARD!

● Appears when there is no SD card inserted in the SD slot.

HARD DISK DRIVE IS NOT FORMATTED

● Appears when the built-in hard disk needs to be formatted.

THIS CARD IS NOT FORMATTED

● Appears when an unformatted SD card is inserted.

HDD ERROR! MEMORY CARD ERROR!

● Appears when some errors occurred with the recording media.

● Remove the card once and insert it again. If the error is not

cancelled, replace the card with one that has been guaranteed for correct operation.

● Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media.

● It is recommended to run check disk regularly on the PC,

providing that there is no data on the hard disk of the camera.

–

CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH

● Appears when you attempt recording when the write/erase protection tab on the SD card is set to the “LOCK” position.

NO VIDEO FILES STORED!

● Appears if there are no video files when you attempt video playback.

–

NO IMAGE FILES STORED!

● Appears if there are no still image files when you attempt still image playback.

–

NO MEMORY CARD

● Appears when the SD card is not inserted to the SD slot for file copy/move operation.

–

NO SUPPORTED FILES

● Appears when there are no JPEG (still image) files to be copied or moved in recording media.

–

ExhaustedHigh

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Indication Meaning

墌

NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW

● Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for file copy/move operation.

–

MEMORY CARD ERROR! REINSERT CARD OR CHANGE CARD.

● Appears when the camera does not recognise the loaded SD card. Remove the card once and insert it again or replace with another card.

FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE PROBLEM. FORMAT IS RECOMMENDED AFTER COPYING WANTED DATA.

● The file system of the recording medium may have a problem. It is recommended to copy the data for backup purposes, then format the medium.

VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS BROKEN. TO RECORD/ PLAYBACK VIDEO, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED. RECOVER?

● The video management file is broken. Recovery is required to record or play back video files. Press / to select [YES], then press 49 to recover the video management file. If the desired video file is not displayed on the video index screen in spite of the file recovery, the file has been moved to the [EXTMOV] folder. Press the REC/SNAP button on the index screen to display [MPG], and then select the desired file.

NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MPEG FOLDER

● The data cannot be recorded properly, or the video management file has been deleted or cannot be found. Video files have been moved to MPEG (EXTMOV) folder.

CAN NOT READ EVENT INFORMATION

● Appears when the event information cannot be read.

–

PLAYLIST’S MANAGEMENT INFORMATION IS BROKEN. REMAKE PLAYLIST AGAIN.

● The management information of the playlist is broken. Create the playlist again.

NO REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAYLIST. SOME OF SCENES MAY NOT BE PLAYED BACK.

● The video files registered in the playlist do not exist. Some of the scenes may not be played back.

–

REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAYLIST IS EMPTY. THIS PLAYLIST WILL BE DELETED.

● There are no scenes registered in the playlist. The playlist will be deleted.

–

CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS GOING UP. TURN CAMERA OFF, PLEASE WAIT.

● The temperature of the camera is too high. Turn off the power, then wait for a while.

–

CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS TOO LOW. KEEP CAMERA POWER ON, PLEASE WAIT.

● The temperature of the camera is too low. Keep the power on and wait for a while.

–

FURTHER INFORMATION

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66 EN Warning Indications (Continued)

Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.

To clean the exterior

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well before wiping. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

To clean the LCD monitor

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.

To clean the lens

Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

Indication Meaning

墌

RECORDING FAILURE

● Performance of recording medium is poor. Use the Cleanup function [CLEAN UP] in the menu.

● The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the recording medium is corrupted. Use an SD card that is guaranteed to operate.

● The recording medium was subjected to vibrations or jolts. Be careful not to subject the recording medium to vibrations or jolts.

● Appears when the built-in hard disk is full and recording is not possible. Delete unnecessary files.

● Appears when the SD card is full and recording is not possible. Replace with new recording medium or delete unnecessary files.

–

RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD

● The data may not be recorded on the recording medium correctly. Try recording again.

● Otherwise, clean up the recording medium.

–

MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE PLAYED BACK CORRECTLY

● The recording medium cannot be played back correctly. Try playback again.

–

CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE

● The operation is not available in the video mode.

–

DROP DETECTION WORKED AND THE POWER IS TURNED OFF

● The drop detection function operated, and the power was turned off. The file that was being recorded may have been saved into the [EXTMOV] folder.

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Cleaning the Camera

NOTES:

● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been

disconnected.

● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.

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EN 67Cautions

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. 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 in an environment where temperatures

are within the tolerances shown in “Temperature range specifications” (墌 pg. 67). This is a chemical reaction type battery — cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.

...store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life.

... fully charge and then fully discharge the batter y

every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time.

...remove from charger or powered unit when not

in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.

NOTES:

● It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camera. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.

Temperature range specifications

Charging: 10°C to 35°C Operation: 0°C to 40°C Storage: –20°C to 50°C

● The lower the temperature, the longer the recharging takes.

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WAR NING ! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.

To resume the original function of the accurate battery power indication

If the battery power indication differs from the actual operating time, fully charge the battery, and then run it down. However this function may not work properly if the battery was used for a long period of time under extremely high/low temperature condition or charged too many times.

● 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 camera 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.

● Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to DVD or other media for storage.)

● A malfunction may cause the recording medium to fail to operate properly. JVC shall not provide any compensation for any lost contents.

Battery Packs

Ter mina ls

Recording Medium

FURTHER INFORMATION

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68 EN Cautions (Continued)

● Do not strike or shake the hard disk.

● When the camera is repaired or inspected,

data may be erased, and the hard disk may be formatted. Back up all data before requesting repair or inspection.

● Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly.

● When formatting or erasing data using the camera, only the file administration information is changed. The data is not completely erased from the hard disk. 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 camera with a hammer etc.

● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT

...push it strongly or apply any shocks. ...place the camera with LCD monitor on the

bottom.

● To prolong service life

...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

● The following phenomena for LCD monitor use are not malfunctions.

... While using the camera, the surface around the

LCD monitor may heat up.

... If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

● For safety, DO NOT

... open the camera’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.

... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power

supply while the power is on.

... leave the battery pack attached when the camera

is not in use.

... place naked flame sources, such as lighted

candles, on the apparatus.

... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.

● Avoid using the unit

... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. ... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a

cooking stove. ... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. ... near a television set. ... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.). ... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or

extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

● DO NOT leave the unit

... in places of over 50°C. ... in places where humidity is extremely low (below

35%) or extremely high (above 80%). ... in direct sunlight. ... in a closed car in summer. ... near a heater. ... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit 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

... allow it to become wet. ... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. ... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation. ... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects

for long periods. ... expose the lens to direct sunlight. ... swing it excessively when using the hand strap. ... swing the soft camera case excessively when the

camera is inside it.

Recording Medium (Continued)

LCD Monitor

Main Unit

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● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole.

● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray.

● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.

● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

Serious malfunctioning

How to Handle a CD-ROM

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. When requesting repairs for malfunctioning by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the recording medium. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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70 EN Specifications

Power supply

DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

Power consumption

Approx. 3.9 (4.1)* W *When using the LED light

Dimensions (W x H x D)

68 mm x 69 mm x 109 mm

Weight

Approx. 350 g (without battery, lens cap and strap) Approx. 410 g (incl. battery, lens cap and strap)

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C

Operating humidity

35% to 80%

Storage temperature

–20°C to 50°C

Pickup

1/5" (1,330,000 pixels) CCD

Lens

F 1.2 to 2.8, f = 3.0 mm to 45.0 mm, 15:1 power zoom lens

Filter diameter

ø30.5 mm

LCD monitor

2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system

Speaker

Monaural

LED Light

Within 1.5 m (recommended shooting distance)

Format

SD-VIDEO

Recording/Playback format

Video: MPEG-2 Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)

Signal format

PAL standard

Recording mode (video)

ULTRA FINE: 720 x 576 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR) FINE: 720 x 576 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR) NORMAL: 720 x 576 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR) ECONOMY: 352 x 288 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)

Recording mode (audio)

ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps

Format

JPEG

Image size

3 modes (1280 x 960 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480)

Picture quality

2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

S-Video output: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue C: 0.3 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo

USB

Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant

Power requirement

AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output

DC 11 V , 1 A

Power supply

DC 3 V

Battery life

Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use)

Operating distance

Within 5 m

Operating temperature

0°C to 40°C

Dimensions (W x H x D)

42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm

Weight

Approx. 30 g (incl. battery)

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Camera

For general

For video/audio

For still image

For connectors

AC Adapter

Remote Control

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The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images. The number increases or decreases depending on the conditions such as image size and/or picture quality.

Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)

Approximate number of storable images (for still image)

The table below shows available languages for each model.

Recording Time and Number of Images

Quality

[ ] = Factory-preset

HDD

SD Card

128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB

[ULTRA FINE] 430 1 2 7 14 29

FINE 640 2 5 10 21 43

NORMAL 850 3 6 14 27 57

ECONOMY 2250 8 18 37 73 152

Quality

[ ] = Factory-preset

HDD

SD Card

128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB

1280 x 960 / [FINE]

9999

220 440 880 1780 3440

1280 x 960 / STANDARD 350 705 1405 2835 5635

1024 x 768 / [FINE]

9999

325 645 1285 2600 5165

1024 x 768 / STANDARD 555 1110 2205 4455 8855

640 x 480 / [FINE]

9999

780 1555 3090 6240 9999

640 x 480 / STANDARD 1115 2225 4415 8915 9999

NOTE:

For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check the compatibility of recording media” (墌 pg. 3).

Language

GZ-MG57AG

English/French/German/Spanish/Italian/Dutch/Portuguese/Russian/ Arabic/Malay/Indonesian/Thai/Hindi/Traditional Chinese/Simplified Chinese

GZ-MG57AH

English/French/German/Spanish/Italian/Dutch/Portuguese/Russian/ Persian/Arabic/Malay/Thai/Hindi/Traditional Chinese/Simplified Chinese

GZ-MG57AS

English/French/German/Spanish/Italian/Dutch/Portuguese/Russian/ Persian/Arabic/Malay/Indonesian/Thai/Hindi/Traditional Chinese/Simplified Chinese

FURTHER INFORMATION

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AC Adapter ........................................................ 14

Backlight Compensation ........................................ 27

Battery Pack ....................................................... 14

Brightness Control ............................................... 56

Changing Event Registration .............................43, 58

Changing the Menu Settings ................................... 54

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium .......................42, 56

Clock Adjust ..................................................15, 57

Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder ................ 34

Continuous Shooting .......................................23, 59

Copying/Moving Still Image Files ........................53, 56

Data Battery ....................................................... 16

Date Display Order .............................................. 57

Date Index Screen ............................................... 30

Date/Time Setting ................................................ 15

Deleting Files ..................................................... 38

Demonstration Mode ............................................ 55

Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) .................................. 57

Direct Printing ................................................48, 59

Drop Detection ...............................................12, 55

Dubbing ............................................................ 49

DVD Creation Function ......................................... 49

Effect ..................................................... 36, 58, 59

Event Registration ..........................................19, 57

Event Screen ...................................................... 31

EXTMOV Folder .............................................19, 31

File Information ...................................................39

Focus ............................................................... 25

Formatting a Recording Medium .........................41, 56

Gain Up .......................................................57, 59

Hard Disk ............................................................ 2

Image Rotation ................................................... 33

Image Size ........................................................ 59

Language Setting ...........................................15, 56

LCD Monitor ..................................................10, 68

LED Light .....................................................20, 23

Lens Cap ............................................................. 9

Manual Exposure ................................................. 25

Manual Focus ..................................................... 25

Manual Recording ................................................ 24

MSET Menu ....................................................... 24

Nightscope ......................................................... 27

Number of Storable Imag es .................................... 71

On-Screen Display ..........................................12, 57

Operation Sound ................................................. 55

PictBridge ..........................................................48

Picture Quality .........................................57, 59, 71

Playlist .........................................................44, 58

Power Switch ..................................................... 14

Power-Linked Operation ........................................ 10

Program AE ....................................................... 26

Protecting Files ........................................40, 58, 59

Rec Media Setting ............................................... 56

Recording Medium ...............................................67

Recording Time ................................................... 71

Remote Control ..............................................35, 55

Resetting the File Number ................................42, 56

Scene Counter .................................................... 56

Screen Size (16:9/4:3) .......................................... 20

SD Card ............................................................ 17

Self-Timer .......................................................... 59

Shutter Speed ..................................................... 26

Slide Show ......................................................... 33

Slow Motion Playback ........................................... 29

Speaker Volume .................................................. 28

Spot Exposure Control .......................................... 27

Still Image ....................................................22, 32

Tele Macro ....................................................57, 59

Tripod Mounting ..................................................16

Video ...........................................................18, 28

White Balance .................................................... 25

Wind Cut ........................................................... 57

Wipe or Fader Effects ........................................... 36

Zooming ......................................20, 23, 29, 33, 57

TERMS

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