Victor GZ-MC100 User Manual

ENGLISH

DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA

GZ-MC100

INSTRUCTIONS

This instruction manual describes the basic operations of the camera. For more information, read the advanced operation manual provided as HTML format in the CD-ROM. See page 32 for details.

GETTING STARTED

BASIC OPERATIONS (RECORDING & PLAYBACK)

MENU SETTINGS

REFERENCES

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

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the battery pack mount of the camera. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

LYT1337-001A

墌 pg. 26)

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Major Features of this Camera

Removable hard disk

In contrast to conventional digital video cameras that record to DV tapes, the removable hard disk is a new type of card media that enables extended hours of highresolution, MPEG2 video recording. (墌 pg. 5)

Various Recording Media and Modes

Video and still images can be recorded to CompactFlash card (CF card) and SD memory card. The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive is a type of CF card compliant with CF+ Type II. You can select the most suitable recording medium and mode for picture quality, image size, recording time, and computer environment. (墌 pg. 42)

Voice Recording Features

The camera can be used as a voice recorder for audio recordings. (墌 pg. 24)

Enjoying Various Playback Features

Unlike tape operation, playback is simple and easy in this camera since no time is needed for rewinding or fast forward operations. Playlist, playback effects, and other functions are also available for enjoying many different types of playback. (Refer to the advanced operation manual in CD-ROM. 墌 pg. 32)

Editing Files on your PC

USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of video and still images to a computer. With the bundled Cyberlink software, you can easily edit video and create your own DVDs. (Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE”.)

Direct Printing

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera with USB cable directly to the printer. (Refer to the advanced operation manual in CD-ROM. 墌 pg. 32)

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this digital media camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 3 – 4 to ensure safe use of this product.

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 import 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.

CAUTIONS:

● This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere.

● Use the JVC BN-VM200U battery pack and, to recharge it or to supply power to the camera from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

ant

NOTES:

● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the battery pack mount of the main unit.

● The rating information and safety caution of the AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:

<http://www.eiae.org>

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.)

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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.

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 cart, 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 storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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

Before Using this Camera

This camera is designed exclusively for CompactFlash Card (CF card) and SD Memory Card.

The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive is a type of CF card compliant with CF+ Type II.

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

Remember that this camera is not compatible with other digital video formats.

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.)

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

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

Also read “Cautions” on pages 37 to 39.

● Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

● Microdrive Storage Technologies, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

●

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

is a registered trademark of Hitachi Global

Removable Hard Disk

The removable hard disk is a precision electronic device. Be careful when handling it.

Cautions for external jolt or stress

● After removing the disk from the camera, store it by inserting into the supplied protective case.

● Do not press on the cover.

● Do not subject the disk to

vibrations or sudden jolts. Be especially careful to avoid sudden jolts when shooting or during playback.

● Do not affix stickers or write on the label.

● Do not apply strong pressure to the outside of the disk.

Also, do not put it in your pants pocket or other location where it can be pressed on.

Cautions for temperature

● The camera’s protection circuit may work for the proper recording or playback when the camera’s internal temperature rises or during usage in a cold location. (墌 pg. 36)

● The camera and removable hard disk can heat up when used for an extended period. However, this is not a malfunction.

● The disk can heat up when used for an extended period. Therefore, do not remove it immediately from the camera.

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Other cautions

● Condensation can cause the drive to break down. If water is splashed on the drive, make sure that it is completely dried before usage.

● Do not use, replace, or store the disk 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.

● Since data must be read and written by the drive correctly, the camera may be unable to shoot when the camera heats up, such as during continuous shooting, or when the camera is cooled down during usage in a cold location. To fix this problem, follow the messages displayed on the screen. (墌 pg. 36)

● To maintain high performance, perform check disks (error checks) using your computer on a regular basis. Use a USB cable to connect the camera and PC, and then perform the check disk on the removable hard disk using the same procedure as a regular local disk (C drive). Refer to the instruction manual of your PC for check disks.

● Clean up the disk regularly to maintain high performance. (墌 pg. 27)

Also read “Recording Medium” on page 38.

Be careful to completely delete data when discarding or giving away the removable hard disk.

When recording data is formatted or deleted on the camera, this only modifies the file management information, and the data is not completely erased. When discarding or giving away the removable hard disk, to prevent problems caused by the release of sensitive information, it is extremely important that the customer take responsibility to erase all recorded data. Some recommended methods of erasing data include using a commercial data removal program or using a hammer or strong magnet to physically or magnetically destroy the data on the hard disk so that it cannot be read. JVC shall not be responsible for any personal data that is released.

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Index

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TTENTION:

● Be careful not to cover V, Z, b, c

and

d during shooting.

● Be careful not to cover playback.

The top, buttom, left or right sides of the 49rtwe button can be pressed to operate like a lever. The explanation “pressing r” in this instruction manual means moving the 49rtwe button in the r direction.

W during

Controls

A Delete Button [ ] (墌 pg. 21, 23, 24) B Information Button [INFO] (Used to display the file

information. Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

C Mode Button [MODE] (墌 pg. 19) D Recording Start/Stop Button (墌 pg. 20) E Zoom Lever [T/W] (墌 pg. 20)

Speaker Volume Control (墌 pg. 21)

F Rear Panel Open Switch [OPEN] (墌 pg. 16) G Power Switch [OFF, , ] (墌 pg. 19) H Lock Button (墌 pg. 19) I Menu Button [MENU] (墌 pg. 26) J Play/Pause Button [49] (墌 pg. 21) K Reverse Search Button [w (

Left Button [w] (墌 pg. 26) Flash Button [ ] (Used to change the flash mode. Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

L Forward Skip Button [t (

Down Button [t] (墌 pg. 26) Manual Set Button [ SET] (墌 pg. 31)

M Forward Search Button [e (

Right Button [e] (墌 pg. 26) Auto/Manual Mode Switch [ ] (墌 pg. 19)

N Reverse Skip Button [r (

Up Button [r] (墌 pg. 26) Backlight Compensation Button [ ] (Used to engage backlight compensation. Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

)] (墌 pg. 21)

Connectors

The connectors are located beneath the covers.

O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (Refer to the

software installation and USB connection guide.)

P Headphone connector [ ] (墌 pg. 13) Q S-Video/Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] (墌 pg. 25) R DC Input Connector [DC] (墌 pg. 14)

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Indicators

S Mode Lamp [ (video), (still image), (voice)]

(墌 pg. 19)

T Access Lamp (Lights up or blinks when you access to

any files. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while accessing to files during recording or playback.)

U Power/Charge Lamp (墌 pg. 14, 19)

Other Parts

V Stereo Microphone W Speaker (墌 pg. 21) X LCD Monitor (墌 pg. 18) Y Rear Panel (Recording media cover) (墌 pg. 16) Z Camera Sensor a Battery Cover (墌 pg. 14) b Lens c Flash Sensor d Flash e Hand Strap Eyelet (墌 pg. 12) f Tripod Mounting Socket

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Indications on LCD Monitor

During both Video and Still Image Recording

A Manual Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 19) B Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 28) C Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 20, 28) D Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 20, 28) E Iris Lock Indicator (Appears when iris is locked. Refer to

the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

F Shutter Speed (墌 pg. 31) G Brightness Control Indicator (墌 pg. 27) H Battery Indicator I Date/Time (墌 pg. 27) J Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 27) K Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 31) L Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 31) M Program AE Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 31) N White Balance Indicator (墌 pg. 31) O ±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌 pg. 31)

: Backlight Compensation Indicator (Appears when backlight compensation is engaged. Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

: Spot Exposure Control Indicator (Appears when spot exposure control is engaged. Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

During Video Recording only

A Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 19) B Wide Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 28) C Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 28) D Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal),

[E] (economy) (墌 pg. 28)

E Remaining Time (墌 pg. 20, 42) F Counter (墌 pg. 27) G 7REC: (Appears during recording.) (墌 pg. 20)

79: (Appears during record-standby mode.) (墌 pg. 20)

H Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) (墌 pg. 28)

During Still Image Recording only

During Voice Recording

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A Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 19) B : Focus Icon (墌 pg. 22) C Image Size: 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280 x 960),

1024 (1024 x 768), 640 (640 x 480) (墌 pg. 29)

D Picture Quality: FINE (fine) and STANDARD (standard)

(墌 pg. 29)

E Flash Indicator (Appears when flash mode is engaged.

Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

F Remaining Number Of Shots (墌 pg. 42) G Continuous Shooting Mode (墌 pg. 22) H Shooting Icon (墌 pg. 22)

(Appears during shooting.)

I Self-Timer Recording Indicator (墌 pg. 29)

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A Remaining Time (墌 pg. 43) B Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 27) C Sound Quality: 48 (fine), 16 (standard), 8 (economy)

(墌 pg. 30)

D Recording Level: (high), (middle), (low)

(墌 pg. 30)

E Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 28) F Counter G Battery Indicator H Date/Time (墌 pg. 27) I Microphone Input Level Indicator J Recording Mode

7: Record

: Record-standby

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During Video Playback

A Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 19) B Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when play list is

played back. Refer to the advanced operation manual. 墌 pg. 32)

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

[E] (economy) (墌 pg. 28)

D Playback Mode (墌 pg. 21)

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. 27) F Volume Level Indicator G Battery Indicator H Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 27) I Effect Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 31) J Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (墌 pg. 29)

During Still Image Playback

A Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 19) B Folder/File Number C U : Slide Show (墌 pg. 23) D Battery Indicator E Date/Time (墌 pg. 27) F Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 27)

During Voice Playback

A Playback Speed: (normal), (fast), (slow)

(墌 pg. 30)

B Selected Medium Indicator (墌 pg. 17, 27) C Sound Quality: 48 (fine), 16 (standard), 8 (economy)

(墌 pg. 30)

D Counter E Battery Indicator F Date/Time (墌 pg. 27) G Volume Level Indicator H Playback Mode (墌 pg. 24)

U : Playback

: Forward High-Speed Search

: Reverse High-Speed Search

9 : Pause 8 : Stop

I Recording Level Indicator J Folder/File Number

Provided Accessories

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A AC Adapter AP-V14U B Battery Pack BN-VM200U C S-Video/Audio/Video Cable D USB Cable E Removable Hard Disk (4 GB) F Protective Case for Removable Hard Disk G Hand Strap (See page 12 for attachment) H Lens Cap (See page 12 for attachment) I CD-ROM J Audio Extension Cable (for optional headphone, see

page 13 for attachment)

K Core Filter for cables (See page 13 for attachment)

Large: S-Video/Audio/Video Cable Medium: USB cable Small: audio extension cable and AC adapter’s cord

NOTES:

● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camera, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camera.

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

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GETTING STARTED

Attaching the Hand Strap

1 Thread the end of the strap

through the eyelet.

2 Pass the other end through

the loop.

NOTE:

When carrying the camera, pass your arm through the strap to prevent dropping the camera. Tighten the strap at your wrist by sliding the buckle.

Attaching the Lens Cap

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

NOTE:

To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.

Attaching the Core Filter

Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.

1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter.

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3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.

S-Video/Audio/Video cable

USB cable, audio extension

cable and AC adapter’s cord

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Stopper

2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx.

3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter.

S-Video/Audio/Video cable

Wind the cable once around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.

3 cm (1-3/16")

USB cable, audio extension cable and AC adapter’s cord

Wind the cable twice around the outside of the core filter as shown in the illustration.

3 cm (1-3/16")

● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

Core filter (large)

Wind once.

Core filter (medium: USB cable, small: audio extension cable and AC adapter’s cord)

Wind twice.

NOTES:

● Take care not to damage the cable.

● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the core filter

to the camera.

How to Use the Audio Extension Cable

When using optional headphones, connect to the provided audio extension cable (with a core filter attached), then connect the audio extension cable to the camera. The core filter reduces interference.

Open the cover.

Headphones

Core Filter

Audio Extension Cable (provided)

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Power

This camera’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

Charging the Battery Pack

Battery Cover

Open the cover.

Battery Pack

Protrusion

To DC connector

1 Set the power switch to OFF while pressing down the

lock button located on the switch.

2 Slide and remove the battery cover A by hooking on

the part with your finger.

Insert the battery pack firmly into the battery pack mount

until it locks into space in the direction of the arrow B.

4 Close the battery cover firmly until it locks. 5 Connect the AC adapter to the camera. 6 Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. The power/

charge lamp on the camera blinks to indicate charging has started.

7 When the power/charge lamp goes out, charging is

finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter from the camera.

To detach the battery pack

Open the battery cover, and remove the battery pack in the direction of the arrow C by holding the part.

Lock Button

Power Sw itch

Power/Charge Lamp

AC Ad apter

To AC outlet

Battery pack Charging time

BN-VM200U (provided) Approx. 1 hr. 35 min.

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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.

● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the power/charge lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camera, then try charging again.

● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been 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 wellventilated areas.

Using the Battery Pack

Perform steps 2 – 4 in “Charging the Battery Pack”.

Maximum continuous recording time

Battery pack Recording time

BN-VM200U (provided) 1 hr. 5 min.

NOTES:

● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

• Zoom or record-standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

• Playback mode is engaged repeatedly.

● Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned recording time.

Using AC Power

Connect the AC adapter to the camera as shown in the illustration. (墌 pg. 14)

NOTE:

The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

TTENTION:

● Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camera’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camera malfunction.

● If a malfunction occurs by electrostatic discharge, the power source should be terminated to reset the device.

About Batteries

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.

The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C/50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camera.

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Inserting/Removing a CF Card

You can use a CF card (CompactFlash card) as a recording medium in the CF slot. The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive is a type of CF cards. See page 42 for the recommended media.

OPEN

Rear Panel

Eject Button

CF Slot

Front

Terminal s

1 Make sure the camera’s power is off. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (墌 pg. 18) 3 Slide and hold OPEN in the direction of the arrow B,

then open the rear panel.

4 When the eject button is pulled out as shown in the

illustration, push it once.

● The button is pushed in.

5 To insert a CF card, firmly insert it as shown in the

illustration. To remove a CF card, push the eject button twice.

● The eject button comes out by pushing it once. By pushing

the eject button once again ejects the CF card.

6 Close the rear panel firmly until it locks.

NOTES:

● Read the cautions on CF card. (墌 pg. 38, “Recording

Medium”)

● Before using a new CF card, it is necessary to format the CF

card. (墌 pg. 27)

TTENTION:

● Do not insert or remove the CF card while the camera is

turned on, as this may cause the CF card to be corrupted or cause the camera to become unable to recognize whether or not the CF card is installed.

● Do not squeeze the external covers of the CF card.

Inserting/Removing an SD Card

You can use an SD card as a recording medium in the SD slot. See page 42 for the recommended media.

Clipped edge

SD Slot

Terminals

SD card

1 Perform steps 1 – 3 in “Inser ting/Removing a CF

Card”.

Write/Erase

Protection Tab

2 To insert a SD card, firmly insert it with its clipped

edge first. To remove a SD card, push it once. After the SD card comes out of the camera, pull it out.

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

3 Close the rear panel firmly until it locks.

To protect valuable files

Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the SD card in the direction of “LOCK”. This prevents the SD card from being recorded over. To record on this SD card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to “LOCK” before inserting it.

NOTE:

Before using a new SD card, it is necessary to format the card. (墌 pg. 26, 27)

TTENTION:

Do not insert or remove the SD card while the camera is turned on, as this may cause the SD card to be corrupted or cause the camera to become unable to recognize whether or not the SD card is installed.

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Selecting Recording Medium

Select the recording medium before star ting recording or playback. Example: When recording still images to a CF card

1 Open the LCD monitor fully. (墌 pg. 18) 2 Set the power switch to or while pressing down

the lock button located on the switch.

3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Press rt to select [MEMORY

CARD SETTING], and press 49.

5 Press rt to select [IMAGE

MODE], and press 49.

6 Press rt to select [CF SLOT],

and press 49.

7 Press MENU to return to the

normal screen.

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CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

MEMORY CARD SETTING

DISPLAY

QUALITY

WIDE MODE

COPY/MOVE

NO. RESET

VIDEO MODE

IMAGE MODE

VOICE MODE

FORMAT CLEAN UP

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Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded on the picture at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. (墌 pg. 26, 27)

1 Open the LCD monitor fully. 2 Set the power switch to or while pressing down

the lock button located on the switch.

3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Press rt to select [DISPLAY],

and press 49. The sub menu appears.

5 Press rt to select [CLOCK

ADJUST], and press 49. The month is highlighted.

6 Press rt to input the month,

and press 49. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and minute.

7 Press MENU to return to the normal screen.

Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

If the camera is not used for approx. 3 months, the clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the date/time setting before using the camera. Note that the camera can be used without setting the date/time.

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTEING

MEMORY CARD SETTING

DISPLAY

QUALITY

WIDE MODE

WIND CUT

SCENE COUNTER

CLOCK ADJUST

BRIGHT

DATE/TIME

LCD Monitor Adjustment

It is necessary to use the LCD monitor for the camera operation. Make sure to open the LCD monitor whenever you turn on the camera.

Pull on the bottom end of the LCD monitor to open it.

● The LCD monitor can be rotated 270° (90° downward,

180° upward).

NOTES:

● If the LCD monitor is rotated 180° upward, the LCD monitor

faces to the front. It is useful when using self-timer for shooting.

● When the LCD monitor is turned approx. 80° to front, the

monitor image appears inverted as it would when viewing a mirror. However, the actual recorded image does not appear inverted.

Operation Mode

To turn on the camera, set the power switch to or while pressing down the lock button located on the switch.

● The power/charge lamp turns on. To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF.

Power Switch

MODE

Mode Lamp

e ()

Lock Button

Power/Charge Lamp

Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the power switch, MODE and e () buttons.

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2 Recording/Playback Mode

Press MODE to select the recording/playback mode. The selected mode lamp lights up.

: Video mode (墌 pg. 20, 21)

: Still image mode (墌 pg. 22, 23)

: Voice mode (墌 pg. 24)

3 Auto/Manual Mode

Press e ( ) to switch the auto/manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator appears on the LCD monitor.

Auto mode: You can record using no special effects or manual adjustments.

Manual mode: Manual recording is possible by setting various functions.

BASIC OPERATIONS

1 Power Switch Position

Set the power switch for recording ( ) or playback ( ) while pressing down the lock button.

Power off Recording Playba ck

Power Switch

Power-Linked Operation

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

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BASIC OPERATIONS

Video Recording

Power Switch

MODE

Recording Start/Stop Button

Zoom Lever

Lock Button

1 Set the power switch to while pressing down the

lock button located on the switch.

2 Press MODE to select .

● The camera is programmed to record videos on the medium in the CF slot by the factory preset. To switch the recording medium, see pages 26 and 27.

● To change the picture quality, see pages 26 and 28.

3 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

● Approximate remaining time for recording appears on the display.

4 To stop recording, press the

recording start/stop button again.

NOTES:

● If the record-standby mode continues for 5 minutes when using the battery pack, the camera’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF then to , or close the LCD monitor then open it again. When using AC adapter, the camera enters the power save mode. To cancel the power save mode, perform any operation such as zooming.

● When the camera heats up, the [REC] indicator flashes. If the camera continues to heat up, shooting may be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the camera power, and then wait until the camera cools down. (墌 pg. 36)

● When shooting continuously, shooting is automatically stopped when a file size of 4 GB is reached.

● If data cannot be recorded or saved properly, the video files are not saved to the [SD_VIDEO] folder for regular video. Instead, the files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder used for saving files created on the PC. To play back these files, see “Playing back files created on the PC” (墌 pg. 21).

● To turn the operation sounds off, see page 26.

● For approximate recording time, see page 42.

Zooming

Produces the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification.

Zoom In Slide the zoom lever towards T.

Zoom Out Slide the zoom lever towards W.

W: Wide angle T: Telephoto

● The further you slide the zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action.

● Refer to the advanced operation manual for details. (墌 pg. 32)

Deleting Files

If you press during recording mode, the file recorded most recently will be deleted.

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

Video Playback

INFO

1 Set the power switch to while pressing down the

lock button located on the switch.

2 Press MODE to select .

● The index screen for videos appears. The image appears on the index screen shows the first part of the shooting.

● To switch the medium to be played back, see pages 26 and

27.

3 Press rt w e to select the video file you want to play

back.

4 Press 49 to start playback. 5 To pause playback, press 49 again.

To adjust the speaker volume

During playback slide the zoom lever towards T to turn up the volume, or towards W to turn down the volume.

How to use INFO button

Press INFO repeatedly. You can display the file information or remove the on-screen display.

MODE

Zoom Lever

Lock Button

Power Sw itch

BASIC OPERATIONS

Playing back files created on the PC

Video files created on the PC are located in the [EXTMOV] folder. (Refer to “SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE”.)

To play these video files, press the recording start/stop button while the index screen is displayed in step 2, and then proceed to step 3 after [MPG] is displayed.

● The fast forward, rewind, slow, frame-by-frame playback, and playlist creation functions are not available for files in the [EXTMOV] folder.

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NOTES:

● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV. (墌 pg. 25)

● If pause mode continues for 5 minutes during playback (video, still image or voice) when using the battery pack, the camera’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to .

● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker or headphones.

Various Playback Operations

High-speed search

Press 3 or 5 during playback.

● Each press of the button increases the search speed for each direction. (–60x to +60x)

Locating the start point of the file or skip the file

Press 2 or 6 during playback or pause mode.

Frame-by-frame playback

Press 3 or 5 during pause mode.

● Each press of the button advances/reverses the still picture frame by frame.

Slow motion playback

Press 3 or 5 for 2 or more seconds during pause mode.

Deleting Video Files

Press , then press rt to select [EXECUTE] and press

49.

● You can select the desired file to be deleted by pressing w e.

● To delete multiple files at once, see pages 26 and 29.

BASIC OPERATIONS

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