JVC GZ-MS100US, GZ-MS100RUS User Manual

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MEMORY CAMCORDER

Dear Customer

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

For Future Reference:

Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the camcorder) below.

Model No. Serial No.

GUIDEBOOK

LYT1920-002A

GZ-MS100

Easy Start Guide

Video recording

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

[5h56m ]

Playing back

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

to display thumbnails on the screen

Preparation

Q Attach the

battery pack

Charge the Battery Pack. (Z pg. 17)

S Open the

lens cover

T Open the LCD

monitor

The camcorder turns on automatically.

BATT.

R Insert an SD

card

Format an SD card when using it for the first time. (Z pg. 20)

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CAUTION: Touch the sensors with your ﬁnger. The sensors do not function if you touch

them with your ﬁngernail or with gloves on.

S Press the START/STOP button to start recording

S Select the desired file using the touch sensor. And then touch the

OK button to start playback.

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To stop playback

Select

To view images on TV

(Z pg. 32)

Don’t forget to make copies

after recording!

To copy files onto DVD discs.

(Z pg. 43)

U When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears,

select [YES] within 10 seconds

SET DATE/TIME!

YES

(Z pg. 8)

V Set the date and time

(Z pg. 18)

Safety Precautions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

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

NOTES:

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The rating plate and safety caution are on the

bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

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The serial number plate is on the battery pack

mount.

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The rating information and safety caution of the

AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

For USA-California Only

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16 ") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

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

CAUTION!

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

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.)

to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

CAUTION:

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

WARNING:

The battery pack and the camcorder with battery installed should not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the Iike.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10. Use only with the car t, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

12. Refer all servicing to qualified ser vice personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

Trademarks

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Manufactured under license from Dolby

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

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Windows® is either a registered trademark or

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

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Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple

Inc.

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YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks

and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.

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Other product and company names included

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

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

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IMPORTANT

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(2) You may make one (1) copy of the Program

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(2) You may not copy or use the Program, in

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This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You must immediately destroy the Program stored in Your machine (including the erasing from any memory in Your PC), and no longer own such Program.

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You agree that You will not ship, transfer or export the Program or underlying information and technology to any countries to which Japan and other relevant countries have initiated an embargo on such goods.

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Victor Company of Japan, Limited

NOTE

If You acquired the Program in Germany, the provisions of Sections 4 (Limited Warranty) and 5 (Limited Liability) provided above will be replaced with those of the German version of this Agreement.

CAUTIONS:

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Operate this equipment according to the

operating procedures described in this manual.

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Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any

other CD-ROM to run this software.

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Do not attempt to modify this software.

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Changes or modifications not approved by

JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

How to handle a CD-ROM

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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 center hole.

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Do not use conventional disc cleaners or

cleaning spray.

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Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror

surface.

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Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or

humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our world wide web server at http://www. jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html

Read This First!

How to Select an Item Using the Touch Sensor

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

Using on-screen buttons

(e.g. during playback Z pg. 28)

To select an on-screen button appearing

on the left side, touch the portion of the sensor next to the on-screen button.

To select an on-screen button appearing at

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

CAUTION

Touch the sensors with your finger. The sensors do not function if you touch them with your fingernail or with gloves on.

Selecting an item from the menu list

(on the menu screen Z pg. 61)

IMAGE QUALITY

GAIN UP

SHUTTER MODE

BASIC SETTINGS

Q Slide your finger up and down on the

sensor.

R Touch the OK button.

NOTE

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

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Make a backup of important recorded data

JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (Z pg. 44)

Make a trial recording

Before the actual recording of important data, make a trial recording and play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly. We recommend you to use the same recording media when performing both the trial recording and the actual recording.

Reset the camcorder if it does not operate correctly

This camcorder uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background noise and interference can prevent it from operating correctly. If the camcorder does not operate correctly, reset the camcorder. (Z pg. 65)

Precautions on handling batteries

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

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

again.

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

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

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

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

up all data before requesting repairs or inspections.

Because the camcorder may be used for demonstration in a shop, the demonstration mode is set to [ON] by default

To deactivate the demonstration mode, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (Z pg. 63)

GETTING STARTED

Index ...................................................... 12

Indications on LCD Monitor ................. 14

Accessories .......................................... 16

Necessary Settings before Use ........... 17

Charging the Battery Pack ........................... 17

Date/Time Setting ........................................18

Language Setting ........................................18

Other Settings ....................................... 19

Grip Adjustment ...........................................19

Lens Cover ..................................................19

Checking the Remaining Battery Power ......19

Tripod Mounting ........................................... 19

When Using an SD Card .............................20

RECORDING/PLAYBACK

Recording Files ..................................... 21

Video Recording .......................................... 21

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

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

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

Registering Files to Events ..........................23

Checking the Remaining Space on the SD

card ............................................................ 24

Recording a Video Clip for Upload .............. 24

Manual Recording ............................... 25

To Change to Manual Recording Mode .......25

Program AE ................................................. 25

Backlight Compensation ..............................25

Manual Setting in Function Menu ................ 26

Playing Back Files ................................ 28

Video/Still Image Playback .......................... 28

File Search Function .................................... 29

To Play Back MPG Files ..............................30

Playback with Special Effects ......................31

Watching Images on TV........................ 32

EDITING/PRINTING

Managing Files ...................................... 33

Deleting/Protecting Files .............................. 33

Viewing File Information ..............................34

Changing the Event Registration of Video

Files after Recording .................................. 35

Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) ................... 36

Playlists ................................................. 37

Creating Playlists .........................................37

Playing Back Playlists .................................. 38

Other Operations of Playlists .......................39

Print Setting .......................................... 40

DPOF Print Setting ...................................... 40

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer ......... 41

COPYING

Copying Files ........................................ 43

Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the

Camcorder .................................................43

Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files

from the Camcorder ................................... 47

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PC OPERATION

File Backup on a Windows® PC ........... 48

System Requirements .................................48

Software Installation ....................................49

Connecting the Camcorder to the PC .......... 51

File Backup on the PC .................................51

File Backup on the PC without Using

Software ..................................................... 52

File Upload on a Windows® PC ............ 53

File Upload to YouTube ................................ 53

Other Windows® PC Operations .......... 54

Playing Back Files on the PC ......................54

Creating a DVD-Video ................................. 55

Getting More Use of the Software ...............56

File Backup on a Macintosh® .............. 57

System Requirements .................................57

Connecting the Camcorder to the

Macintosh ...................................................57

File Backup on the Macintosh .....................58

Folder Structure and Extensions ........ 59

Customer Support Information ........... 60

MENU SETTINGS

Changing the Menu Settings ............... 61

FURTHER INFORMATION

Troubleshooting .................................... 65

Warning Indications ............................. 68

Cleaning ................................................ 69

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

Cautions ................................................ 72

Terms ..................................................... 74

Regarding the Icons in this

Manual

Icon at the top of a page

When there is an icon at the top of a page, it shows whether the page is related to videos or still images.

Page related to videos

Page related to still images

Icon at the subtitle

For video mode only

For still images mode only

On-screen function guide

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

Index

NOTES

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The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.

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Power-linked operation

You can also turn the camcorder on/off by

opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode.

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Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7 and 9

during shooting.

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Camcorder

! Touch Sensor (Z pg. 8) # OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] (Z pg. 15) $ Menu Button [MENU] % Power Switch [ ]

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

& Speaker ( Playback/Recording Mode Switching

Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (Z pg. 21)

) Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHRG.]

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

* Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD]

(Z pg. 44)/ Information Button [INFO] (Z pg. 19, 34)

+ Upload/Upload Pre-Record Mode Button

[UPLOAD] (Z pg. 24, 53)

, Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/

MANUAL] (Z pg. 25)

- Mode Switch [!, #] . Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/

STOP] (Z pg. 21)

/ Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]

(Z pg. 22)

0 Zoom Lever [W 7 , T ,] (Z pg. 23)

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

1 DC Jack [DC] (Z pg. 17) 2 Audio/Video Jack [AV] 3 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Jack [ 2 ]

(Z pg. 41, 43, 51 and 57)

4 LED Light (Z pg. 23) 5 Camera Sensor 6 Lens Cover (Z pg. 19) 7 Lens 8 Lens Cover Switch [ =, > ] (Z pg. 19) 9 Stereo Microphone : SD Card Slot (Z pg. 20) ; Stud Hole (Z pg. 19) < Tripod Mounting Socket (Z pg. 19) = Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Z pg. 17) > Battery Pack Mount (Z pg. 17) ? Grip Strap (Z pg. 19)

During both Video and Still Image Recording

! Selected Operation Mode Indicator

(Z pg. 25)

: Auto Mode

: Manual Mode

# Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 27) $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z pg. 27) % LED Light Indicator (Z pg. 23) & Program AE Mode Indicator (Z pg. 25) ( Zoom Indicator (Z pg. 23) ) SD card Indicator (Z pg. 20, 64) * Approximate Zoom Ratio (Z pg. 23) + White Balance Indicator (Z pg. 27) , Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

(Z pg. 26)

- Battery Indicator (Z pg. 68) . Date/Time (Z pg. 18) / Brightness Control Indicator (Z pg. 26) 0 Backlight Compensation Indicator

(Z pg. 25)

1 Iris Lock Indicator (Z pg. 26, 27) 2 ± : Exposure Adjustment Indicator

(Z pg. 26)

. : Photometry Area Control Indicator

(Z pg. 27)

3 Shutter Speed (Z pg. 27)

During Video Recording Only

! Mode Indicator # Counter $ Upload Pre-Record Mode Indicator

(Appears during UPLOAD REC ON) (Z pg. 24, 53)

% Picture Quality: B (ULTRA FINE),

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

(Z pg. 61)

& Remaining Time (Z pg. 21, 71) ( MREC: (Appears during recording.)

(Z pg. 21)

: (Appears during record-standby

mode.)

) Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator

(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) (Z pg. 62)

* Wind Cut Indicator (Z pg. 62) + Event Indicator (Z pg. 23)

During Still Image Recording Only

! Mode Indicator # Focus Indicator (Z pg. 22) $ Image Size % Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD

(standard) (Z pg. 61)

& Remaining Number of Shots (Z pg. 71) ( Shooting Indicator (Z pg. 22) ) Shutter Mode Indicator (Z pg. 61) * Self-Timer Recording Indicator (Z pg. 61)

Indications on LCD Monitor

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During Video Playback

! Mode Indicator # Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 31) $ Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z pg. 31) % 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears

when playing back a playlist.) (Z pg. 38)

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: Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search.) (Z pg. 29)

¨©

: Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search.) (Z pg. 29)

& Picture Quality: B (ULTRA FINE),

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

(Z pg. 24, 61)

( Counter ) Playback Mode (Z pg. 28)

: Playback

: Pause

: Forward Search

: Reverse Search

: Forward Slow-Motion

: Reverse Slow-Motion

(The number on the left shows speed.)

* SD card Indicator (Z pg. 20, 64) + Volume Level Indicator , Battery Indicator (Z pg. 68)

- Date/Time (Z pg. 18)

During Still Image Playback

! Mode Indicator # Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 31) $ Folder/File Number % Slide Show Playback Indicator (Z pg. 28) & SD card Indicator (Z pg. 20, 64) ( Battery Indicator (Z pg. 68) ) Date/Time (Z pg. 18)

Switching indication modes on LCD monitor

Each time you touch the DISP button, indications on LCD monitor switch as shown below;

In recording mode: All indications/Indications for selected functions In playback mode: All indications/Only date and time/ No indications

Accessories

AC Adapter

AP-V18U/14U

Battery Pack

BN-VF808U

Audio/Video Cable

USB Cable

(Z pg. 41, 43, 51 and 57)

CD-ROM

(Z pg. 49, 56)

NOTE

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

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Be sure to configure the following three settings before use.

Charging the Battery Pack

Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.

Attach the battery pack.battery pack.

Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place.

Bottom of the Camcorder

BATT.

Connect the AC adapter.

•

The 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 camcorder.

To detach the battery pack

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

To check the remaining battery power

See page 19.

NOTES

•

You can also use the camcorder with just

the AC adapter.

•

Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter

plug and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.

Necessary Settings before Use

DC Jack

AC Adapter

To AC Outlet

(110V to 240V)

Charge lamp

Language Setting

The language on the display can be changed.

Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

Touch the MENU button.

Select [BASIC SETTINGS].

Select [LANGUAGE].

Select the desired language.

To return to the previous screen

Select @.

To quit the screen

Touch the MENU button.

Date/Time Setting

Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds.

If you do not select within 10 seconds, the screen disappears. In such case, press the power button ( ) and turn the camcorder on again.

Set the date and time.

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

Touch the OK button to finish.

To change the date and time

1) Touch the

MENU button.

2) Select [BASIC SETTINGS], and then [CLOCK ADJUST].

3) Set the date and time.

To return to the previous screen

Select @.

To quit the screen

Touch the MENU button.

You have now finished configuring the necessary settings.

To use the camcorder right away

See page 2

To configure other settings

See page 1

Necessary Settings before Use (Continued)

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Other Settings

Grip Adjustment

Open the pad and make grip adjustments.

Lens Cover

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

Open the lens cover

Close the lens cover

NOTE

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

Checking the Remaining Battery Power

Preparation:

•

Attach the battery pack.

•

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to

select recording mode.

For ! mode: Press the INFO button twice or the INFO button and then select ;. For # mode: Press the INFO button.

DIRECT DVD

INFO

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To return to the normal screen

Press the INFO button again.

NOTES

•

If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,

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.

Tripod Mounting

Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then lock it in place.

NOTE

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

Bottom of the Camcorder

When Using an SD Card

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

•

Operations are confirmed on the following

SD cards. Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC card Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB to 16 GB)

•

If other media are used, they may fail to

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

•

MultiMediaCards are not supported.

•

Cards used to record video on this

camcorder cannot be played back on other devices.

•

Some card readers (including internal card

readers in PCs) may not be able to support SDHC format. If you use an SDHC card for recording and encounter any reading error, the card reader you are using, might be a non-SDHC supported device. Please use the camcorder or other SDHC compatible devices to access the card.

Q Insert an SD card

Preparation:

Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.

Open the SD card cover.

Bottom of the Camcorder

Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge first.

Clipped Edge

Close the SD card cover.

To remove an SD card

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

NOTES

•

Insert and remove the SD card only while

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

•

Do not touch the terminal on the reverse

side of the label.

R Format an SD card when using it for

the first time

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

Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format the card. (Z pg. 64)

Other Settings (Continued)

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Recording Files

Video Recording

Preparation: • Insert an SD card.

•

Open lens cover.

•

Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.

PLAY/REC

SELECT

Press the START/STOP button to start recording.

Approximate remaining time for recording appears.

L To stop recording

Press the START/STOP button again.

L To view the video you just recorded

Select A during pause. During the preview, you can delete the video by selecting *.

L To change the picture quality

Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY]. (Z pg. 61)

L To register a file to an event

See page 23.

L To change the aspect ratio of the image

(16:9/4:3)

Change the settings in [SELECT ASPECT RATIO]. (Z pg. 62)

L To record a video clip (approx. 10

minutes)

Before you start recording, press UPLOAD button twice to “UPLOAD REC ON” (Z pg. 24).

Slide the mode switch to select

! (video) mode.

NOTES

•

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

then on again.

•

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

conserve power. To turn the camcorder on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

•

Video files are given the names MOV001.MOD to MOV009.MOD, MOV00A.MOD to MOV00F.MOD,

and MOV010.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 camcorder records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. This camcorder is

not compatible with other digital video formats.

RECORDING/PLAYBACK

Recording Files (Continued)

Still Image Recording

Preparation: • Insert an SD card.

•

Open lens cover.

•

Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

Slide the mode switch to select

# (still image) mode.

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.

PLAY/REC

SELECT

Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway.

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

Press the SNAPSHOT button fully to take the photo/picture.

NOTES

•

DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.

•

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

to conserve power. To turn the camcorder on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

L To view the image you just recorded

Select A after shooting. During the preview, you can delete the image by selecting *.

L To change the picture quality

Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY]. (Z pg. 61)

L To record still images continuously

Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in [SHUTTER MODE]. (Z pg. 61)

ENGLISH

Zooming

Preparation:

•

Slide the mode switch to select ! or #

mode.

•

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to

select recording mode.

Zoom out Zoom in

W: Wide angle T: Telephoto

Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset)

! mode # mode

70X 35X

L To change the maximum zoom ratio (for

! mode only)

Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z pg. 62)

NOTE

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

LED Light

Preparation:

•

Slide the mode switch to select ! or #

mode.

•

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to

select recording mode.

Touch the MENU button.

Select [LIGHT].

Select the desired setting.

The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions.

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

No display

Disables this function.

Registering Files to Events

If you select an event to register the file toevent 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 three different destinations within each event (for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).

Preparation:

•

Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.

•

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to

select recording mode.

Touch the MENU button.

Select [REGISTER EVENT].

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

•

To select a different destination, select

[SORT].

•

To cancel the event registration, select

[CANCEL].

The selected event is displayed on the screen. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.

L To quit the screen

Select [QUIT].

L To search a file by the event

See page 29.

NOTE

Once you 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.

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JVC GZ-MS100US, GZ-MS100RUS User Manual

Easy Start Guide

Safety Precautions

Read This First!

Contents

Index

GETTING STARTED

Indications on LCD Monitor

Accessories

Charging the Battery Pack

Necessary Settings before Use

Language Setting

Date/Time Setting

Other Settings

Grip Adjustment

Lens Cover

Checking the Remaining Battery Power

Tripod Mounting

When Using an SD Card

Recording Files

Video Recording

RECORDING/PLAYBACK

Still Image Recording

Zooming

LED Light

Registering Files to Events