JVC KA-MR100G User Manual
Memory Recorder
KA-MR100G
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before
beginning to operate this unit, please read the
instructions carefully to ensure the best possible
performance.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the
body. Remain this information for future reference.
Model No. : KA-MR100G
Serial No. :
LST0838-001A
Getting Started
FOR USA
These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read all of theseinstructions.
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Save theseinstructions for later use.
2.
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.
3.
Unplug thisappliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
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cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they maycausehazards.
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Do not use thisappliance nearwater - for example, near abathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,ina wet
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basement, or near aswimming pool, etc.
Do not place thisappliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance mayfall,
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causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manu
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces maycause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Slotsand openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of
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the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openingsshould
never be blocked byplacing the appliance on abed, sofa,rug, or other similar surface.
Thisappliance should never beplaced near or over a radiator or heat regi
Thisappliance should not beplaced in abuilt-in installation such asabookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
Thisappliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If youare not sure
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of the type of power supplied to your home, consult yourdealer or local power company. For appliance designed to
operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods
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of time, unplug it form the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate thisappliance where the cord will be abused by persons
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walking on it.
Follow all warningsand instructions marked on the appliance.
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Do not overloadwall outletsand extension cordsasthis canresult in fire or electric shock.
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Never pushobjects of any kind into thisappliance through cabinet slotsasthey maytouch dangerous voltage points or
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short outparts thatcould result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
Do not attempt to service thisappliance yourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to dangerous voltage
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or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug thisappliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
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a. When the power cord or plugis damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjus
are covered by the operating instructionsasimproper adjustment of other controls mayresult in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified techniciantorestore the appliance to normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the appliance exhibitsadistinct change in performance - this indicatesaneed for service.
When replacement partsare required, be sure the service technicianhas used replacement partsspecified by the
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manufacturer thathave the same characteristicsasthe originalpart. Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to thisappliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks
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to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
facturer's instructions, and should use a
ster.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
S3125A
t only those controls that
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Safety Precautions
FOR USA AND CANADA
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
CAUTION:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC
COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on this unit.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE.
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.
POUR CANADA
ATTENTION
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE
PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION:
POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITER.
AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST A REGLER
PAR L’UTILISATEUR.
SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE
PROBLEME.
Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la
présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non isolée
dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension est
suffisante pour provoquer l’électrocution de
personnes.
Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la
présence d’opérations d’entretien importantes au
sujet desquelles des renseignements se trouvent
dans le manuel d’instructions.
Ces symboles ne sont utilisés qu’aux Etats-Unis.
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Class A est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
This unit should be used with 12V DC only.
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any
other power source.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the unit.
REMARQUE:
La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie) est située sur
le cadre inférieur de l’unité.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Due to design modifications, data given in this instruction book
are subject to possible change without prior notice.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
close to the apparatus.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES
D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS
EXPOSER L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA
PLUIE.
ATTENTION:
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant
direct en 12V.
Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’electrocution, ne
pas utillser d’autressources d’alimentation électrique
.
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Getting Started
Safety Precautions
(continued)
FOR EUROPE
This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection
requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This
equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be
used in the following environments:
● Controlled EMC environment (for example, purpose-built broad-
casting or recording studio), and rural outdoors environments.
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for
electromagnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not
exceeding the following lengths:
Cable Maximum Cable
Length
IEEE1394 CABLE Shield Cable 0.2 m
Caution:
Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for
example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor, etc.,
the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please
keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and
standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Germany
Sehr geehrter Kunde, sehr geehrte Kundin,
dieses Gerät stimmt mit den gültigen europäischen Richtlinien und
Normen bezüglich elektromagnetischer Verträglichkeit und
elektrischer Sicherheit überein.
Die europäische Vertretung für die Victor Company of Japan,
Limited ist:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Deutschland
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
[European Union]
Attention:
Thissymbol i
Union.
Thissymbol indicates that the electrical and electronic
equipment should not bedisposed as generalhousehold
waste atits end-of-life. Instead, the product should behanded
over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment,
recovery and recycling in accordance with yournational
legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve
naturalresourcesand will help prevent potential negative
effects on the environment and humanhealth which could
otherwise becaused byinappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more information about collection point and
recycling of this product, please contact your localmunicipal
office, yourhousehold waste disposal s
where you purchased the product.
for incorrect disposalofthis waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
sonly valid in the European
ervice or the shop
Penalties may be applicable
(Business users)
If you wishtodisposeofthis product, pleasevisit ourweb
page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain information about the takeback of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wishtodisposeofthis product, pleasedosoin
accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules
in yourcountry for the treatment of old electrical and
electronic equipment.
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Features
This is a memory recorder to record and play back HD-format video
images and audio signals on an SxS memory card via the IEEE1394
interface.
Use of SxS Memory Card
The use of MPEG-2 Long GOP compression format and SxS
memory card enables long-duration recording and high-speed
transfer as described below.
● Supports long-duration recording of HD images up to 180
minutes (when capacity is 32 GB and mode is set to 720p).
● Enables high-speed data transfer to a computer, thus enhancing
workflow efficiency.
Attachment to Professional HD Camcorders
● This memory recorder can be attached to the GY-HD200/HD250
HD camcorder series to enhance shooting that requires a high
level of mobility.
● Besides recording to SxS memory cards, hybrid recording and
series recording through combined use with cassette tapes are
also supported.
Use of MP4 File Format T1
● MP4 file format, compliant file format used on the “XDCAM EX”.
T Play back compatibility may be not guaranteed on the different
type products, due to variation of supported recording mode.
T1:MP4 File Format
This format adopts the Professional Memory Card System
Format licensed from Sony Corporation.
Contents
Getting Started
Safety Precautions ....................................................................... II
Features ....................................................................................... 2
Contents ...................................................................................... 2
Precautions .................................................................................. 3
Name and Function of Parts ........................................................ 4
LCD Panel Displays ..................................................................... 5
Setup
Attaching the Memory Recorder to a Camcorder ........................6
Connecting IEEE1394 .................................................................7
Turning On/Off the Power ............................................................7
Setting the Date/Time .................................................................. 7
Inserting/Removing the SxS Memory Card .................................8
Maximum Recording Time of SxS Memory Card ........................8
Operation
Recording Video Images of the Camcorder Using the Memory
Recorder ...................................................................................... 9
Playing Video Images Recorded in the Memory Recorder ........ 10
Menu
Setting the Menu Screen ........................................................... 11
Menu Screen Configurations and Functions .............................. 12
Others
Warning Messages .................................................................... 14
Error Messages .........................................................................14
Troubleshooting .........................................................................15
Specifications ............................................................................ 16
UTC Time Difference Chart by Region ...................................... 17
The following are included in the bundled CD-ROM.
<Softwares>
● SxS memory card device driver software for computers
● Computer application software (JVC ProHD Clip Manager)
● Plugin software for Final Cut Pro (JVC ProHD Log and Transfer
Plugin) T1
T1: AFinal Cut ProB is a video editing software developed by
Apple Inc.
<Documents>
● KA-MR100G instruction manual
(Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish,
Russian, and Chinese versions)
● SxS memory card device driver software installation guide
● JVC ProHD Clip Manager user’s guide/JVC ProHD Log and
Transfer Plugin user’s guide.
For procedures on how to install the application software on a
computer, please refer to the user’s guide or instruction
manual.
Copyrights
● Broadcasting for profit or public viewing of the video and
audio contents recorded using this product may infringe
on authors’ rights protected by copyright law.
● Recorded video and audio contents cannot be used
without the consent of the right-holder under copyright
law, except for personal enjoyment.
How to Read this Manual
䡵 Symbols used in this manual
Note : States precautions to be taken during operation.
Memo : States restrictions on the functions or use of this
equipment. For reference purposes.
A : Indicates the page numbers or items to refer to.
䡵 Contents of this manual
● JVC holds the copyright to this manual. Any part or all of this
manual may not be reproduced without prior consent from the
company.
● Product names of other companies described in this manual
are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective
companies. Symbols such as 姠, 姞 and 姝 are omitted in this
manual.
● Design, specifications and other contents described in this
manual are subject to change for improvements without prior
notice.
● XDCAM EX is Sony Corporation’s brand name for its
professional video camera series.
● Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in
the U.S.
● Mac OS and Final Cut Pro are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the United States and other countries.
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Getting Started
Precautions
Storage and Operating Environment
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Do not store this product in the following environments.
Doing so may result in malfunction or failure.
● Hot or cold locations beyond the allowable operating
temperature range of 0 I to 40 I.
● Locations beyond the allowable operating humidity range
of 30 % RH to 80 % RH (no condensation)
● Near equipment that emits strong magnetic fields, such as
transformers or motors
● Near equipment that emits radio waves, such as
transceivers and mobile phones
● Locations with excessive dust and sand
● Locations that are subjected to strong vibrations
● Locations prone to moisture, such as window side
● Locations that are subjected to steam or oil, such as
kitchens
● Locations that are subjected to radiation, X-rays, or
corrosive gases
Precautions for Handling the
Memory Recorder
● When connecting and recording with a camcorder other
than GY-HD200/GY-HD250, the recording may not work
properly.
● Playing back clips that are created on devices other than
the KA-MR100G Memory Recorder may result in distorted
images and choppy sound.
● Please do not use the battery that cannot be connected
with this product.
● Make sure that the power switch is turned off before
removing the battery. Failure to do so may result in
malfunction of the memory recorder or SxS memory card.
● Do not unplug the IEEE1394 cable during recording or
playback.
● When power is not supplied for a prolonged period of time
(three months or longer), the initial setting screen appears
when the power is next turned on.
● Do not place objects on the memory recorder.
● This product cannot be used by connecting the IEEE1394
terminal of the KA-UM100G adapter (sold separately) to
the computer.
● Please contact our authorized dealers if inspection of the
interior components or repair is required.
Fire Hazard, Electrical Shock and
Injury
● Do not place this product on unstable surfaces as it may
fall and lead to injuries or malfunction of the product. When
this product is attached to a camcorder, carry it by holding
the handle of the camcorder.
● Do not remove or modify the cover of this product. It might
result in fire, electrical shock or malfunction of the product.
● Do not insert objects other than the memory card into the
card slot. Inserting a metallic or flammable object may
result in fire, electrical shock or malfunction of the product.
Accessories
䡵 To use the ExpressCard slot on the computer,
installation of the SxS memory card device driver
software is required. The driver can be found in
the bundled CD-ROM.
䡵 To copy a video clip to the computer,
installation of the computer application software
(JVC ProHD Clip Manager) is required. This
program can be found in the bundled CD-ROM.
䡵 To load recorded video clips to Apple Inc.’s
video editing software, Final Cut Pro, installation
of the Final Cut Pro plugin software (JVC ProHD
Log and Transfer Plugin) is required. This
software can be found in the bundled CD-ROM.
䡵 For procedures on how to install the software,
please refer to the user’s guide and instruction
manual in the bundled CD-ROM.
Precautions for Handling SxS
Memory Cards
䡵 Make sure that the SxS memory card is
formatted on this memory recorder. SxS memory
cards that are formatted on another product
cannot be used on this memory recorder.
䡵 Formatting an SxS memory card erases all clips
that are stored on the card.
䡵 Make sure to close the card slot cover before
using the memory card.
䡵 Do not operate the write-protect switch of the
SxS memory card when it is inserted into the
memory recorder.
䡵 For details, please refer to the instruction
manual of the SxS memory card.
Precautions for Handling Recorded
Video Clips
䡵 We do not guarantee against damage of the
recorded video clips if the SxS memory card is
removed from the slot while data is being
accessed (e.g., during recording, playback or
formatting). Remove the card only when the
access lamp of the memory recorder lights up in
green.
䡵 We do not guarantee against damage of the
recorded video clips in the following cases:
● when this product is used in places subject to static
electricity or electrical noises;
● when the battery or IEEE1394 cable is removed while data
is being accessed;
● when this product is used in sandy or dusty places, or
when a dirty SxS memory card is used.
䡵 The recovery feature does not guarantee
successful recovery of the damaged files.
JVC shall not be liable for any damage or loss of the
recorded video clips. (We strongly recommend that you
create a backup for important video clips.)
Maintenance
䡵 Turn off the power before performing
maintenance.
䡵 Wipe this product using a soft cloth. Wiping
with thinner or benzene may melt or tarnish its
surface. For tough stains, wipe using a cloth that
is dipped into a neutral detergent diluted with
water, followed by wiping with a dry cloth.
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Contact with rubber or plastic products over an
extended period of time may cause the outer surface
of the product to deteriorate or the paint to peel off.
Saving Energy
䡵 If this product is not to be used for a long time,
turn off the power of the system for safety and
energy conservation reasons.
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