ENGLISH
GETTING STARTED
7
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
22
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-MG50E/EK
GZ-MG40E/EK
GZ-MG30E/EK
GZ-MG20E/EK
STILL IMAGE RECORDING
& PLAYBACK
28
31
48
52
ADVANCED OPERATIONS
MENU SETTINGS
REFERENCES
To deactivate the demonstration,
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.
(੬ pg. 48)
INSTRUCTIONS
EN
LYT1472-001C
Contents
RECORDING FEATURES ..................................... 31
Manual Focus ............................................ 33
Shutter Speed ............................................ 35
GETTING STARTED
Index .............................................................. 10
Power ............................................................. 14
Operation Mode ............................................. 17
Brightness Adjustment of the Display ............ 19
Grip Adjustment ............................................. 19
Tripod Mounting ............................................. 19
Inserting/Removing an SD Card .................... 20
Formatting a Recording Medium ................... 20
Selecting a Recording Medium ...................... 21
Drop Detection ............................................... 21
PLAYBACK FEATURES ....................................... 37
Protecting Files .............................................. 38
Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer ......... 47
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
Zooming ..................................................... 23
Video Playback .............................................. 24
Date Index Screen ..................................... 25
Various Playback Operations .................... 25
Playback Zoom .......................................... 25
Connecting to a TV, VCR or VDR .................. 26
Playback on a TV ...................................... 26
Dubbing to a VCR (or DVD Recorder) ....... 26
Playback Using the Remote Control .............. 27
MENU SETTINGS
48
Changing the Menu Settings ......................... 48
Common Menus for All Modes ...................... 48
Video Recording Menus ................................ 50
Video Playback Menus .................................. 50
Still Image Recording Menus ......................... 51
Still Image Playback Menus ........................... 51
STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 28
Still Image Recording ..................................... 28
Zooming ..................................................... 28
Continuous Shooting ................................. 28
Still Image Playback ...................................... 29
Slide Show ................................................. 29
Index Screen of Still Image Files ............... 29
How to Use the Scroll Bar ......................... 30
Date Index Screen ..................................... 30
Image Rotation .......................................... 30
Playback Zoom .......................................... 30
REFERENCES
52
Troubleshooting ............................................. 52
Warning Indications ....................................... 55
Cleaning the Camera ..................................... 57
Cautions ......................................................... 57
Specifications ................................................. 60
TERMS ............................................... Back cover
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EN
Dear Customer,
CAUTION:
To avoid electric
shock or damage
to the unit, first
firmly insert the
Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera.
Before use, please read the safety information
and precautions contained in the pages 4 – 6 to
ensure safe use of this product.
small end of the
power cord into
the AC Adapter
until it is no
longer wobbly,
and then plug the larger end of the power cord
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
into an AC outlet.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.
CAUTIONS:
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points
● This camera is designed to be used with PAL-
type colour 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-VF707U 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
in your home or the cable is too short to reach a
power point, then obtain an appropriate safety
approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an
identical approved type, as originally fitted,
and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
conversion adapter may be necessary to
accommodate different designs of AC outlets in
different countries.)
NOTES:
● The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
● The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
Blue to N (Neutral)
or Black
● The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
Brown to L (Live)
or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the
terminal identifications of your plug, connect as
follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or
coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured
Red.
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.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
CAUTIONS:
● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
● When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
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.
EN
5
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or
on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more
on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Information for Users on Disposal of
Old Equipment
[European Union]
This symbol indicates
that the electrical and
electronic equipment
should not be disposed
as general household
waste at its end-of-life.
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.
Attention:
Instead, the product
This symbol is only
valid in the European
Union.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
should be handed over to
the applicable collection
point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic
equipment for proper
treatment, recovery and
recycling in accordance with your national
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will
help to conserve natural resources and will help
prevent potential negative effects on the
environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more information
about collection point and recycling of this
product, please contact your local municipal
office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
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.)
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE
OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and
manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment,
care must be taken if you are to obtain the best
results and safety is to be assured.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal
of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit
our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain
information about the take-back of the product.
DO read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including
the mains plug, extension leads and
interconnections between pieces of equipment) are
properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw
the mains plug when making or changing
connections.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do
so in accordance with applicable national
legislation or other rules in your country for the
treatment of old electrical and electronic
equipment.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt
about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on
equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are
in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
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6
EN
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family knows how to do
this. Special arrangements may need to be made
for infirm or handicapped people.
Make a backup of important recorded data
Protect your important recorded data by copying the
files to PC. It is recommended to copy it from your
PC to a DVD or other recording media for storage.
Refer to the software installation and USB
connection guide.
Important notes when requesting repair or
inspection
When the camera is repaired or inspected, data
may be erased, and the hard disk may be formatted.
Back up all data before requesting repair or
inspection.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or
radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch
television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as
such use can permanently damage your hearing.
If a problem occurs with the SD Memory Card,
bring the card together with the camera.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life
of the equipment.
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your
dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your
camera together with the SD Memory Card. If one
of them is not included, the cause cannot be
diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs
with wood screws — to ensure complete safety
always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs
with the fixings provided according to the
instructions.
Important notes for destroying and disposing of
camera
When formatting or erasing data using the camera
or PC functions, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not completely
erased from the hard disk. If you want to completely
erase all of the data, we recommend either using
commercially available software that is specially
designed for that purpose, or by physically
destroying the camera with a hammer etc.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
● NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in
the case — this could result in a fatal electrical
shock;
Also read “Cautions” on pages 57 to 59.
● NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe
than sorry!
● Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
●
Before Using this Camera
MascotCapsule is registered trademark of HI
CORPORATION in Japan.
Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION. All rights
This camera records video in MPEG2 format
compliant with SD-VIDEO format.
reserved.
Remember that this camera is not compatible
with other digital video formats.
● Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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.)
Do not strike or shake the hard disk.
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.
GETTING STARTED
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a AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V17E
b Power Cord (AP-V14E only)
c Battery Pack BN-VF707U
d Audio/Video Cable
Provided Accessories
e USB Cable (Refer to the software installation
and USB connection guide.)
f Shoulder Strap (See page 8 for attachment)
g Lens Cap (See page 8 for attachment)
h CD-ROM
OR
i Remote Control Unit RM-V730UE
j Lithium Battery CR 2025* (for remote control
unit)
k Core Filter for Cables (See page 9 for
attachment)
Large-A (x 1): Audio/Video Cable
Large-B (x 2): USB/S-Video Cable
Small (x 1): DC Cord
* A lithium battery is pre-installed in the remote
control unit at time of shipment (with insulation
sheet). To use the remote control unit, remove the
insulation sheet.
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.
GETTING STARTED
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EN
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Lens Cap
Follow the illustration.
To protect the lens,
attach the provided lens
cap to the camera as
shown in the illustration.
1 Open the velcro strip.
2 Thread the strap through the eyelet.
3 Fold it back and thread it through the strap
NOTE:
guide and the buckle.
To confirm the lens cap is
on correctly, make sure the
cap is flush to the camera.
● To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then
tighten the strap in the buckle.
4 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet.
5 Close the velcro strip.
1
5
Place here during
recording.
2
4
Eyelet
Buckle
3
Strap Guide
GETTING STARTED
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Attaching the Core Filter
LCD Monitor
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core
filter reduces interference.
Pull on the end
the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270°.
of the LCD monitor and open
1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the
core filter.
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/USB cable
Wind the cable once around the outside of the
core filter as shown in the illustration.
Core Filter (Large)
3 cm
Wind once.
DC cord
Wind the cord twice around the outside of the
core filter as shown in the illustration.
Core Filter (Small)
3 cm
Wind twice.
● Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
3 Close the core filter until it clicks shut.
S-Video/Audio/Video/
USB Cable
DC Cord
NOTES:
● Take care not to damage the cable.
● When connecting a cable, attach the end with the
core filter to the camera.
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Controls
a Mode Switch [MODE] (੬ pg. 17)
b Light Button [LIGHT] (੬ pg. 31)
(੬ pg. 14, 17)
recording or playback.)
c Information Button [INFO/ ] (੬ pg. 38)
d Play/Pause Button [49] (੬ pg. 24, 29)
e Forward Search Button [
Right Button [ ]/Auto/Manual Mode Switch
] (੬ pg. 17)
(5)] (੬ pg. 25)/
[
/
f Forward Skip Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Down
Button [ ]/Manual Set Button [ SET]
(੬ pg. 32)
Other Parts
X LCD Monitor
g Reverse Search Button [
Left Button [
(3)] (੬ pg. 25)/
]
Y Speaker (੬ pg. 24)
h Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 48)
i Delete Button [ ] (੬ pg. 39)
j Reverse Skip Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Up
Button [ ]/Backlight Compensation Button
a Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 14)
b Remote Sensor (੬ pg. 27)
Camera Sensor
c Lens
d LED Light (੬ pg. 31)
e Stereo Microphone
f Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 8)
g Grip Strap (੬ pg. 19)
h SD Card Cover (੬ pg. 20)
i Stud Hole (੬ pg. 19)
j Tripod Mounting Socket (੬ pg. 19)
[
] (੬ pg. 31)/Spot Exposure Control
Button (੬ pg. 31)
k Power Switch [OFF,
l Lock Button (੬ pg. 17)
m LCD Lock Button
,
] (੬ pg. 17)
n Zoom Lever [T/W] (੬ pg. 23)
Speaker Volume Control (੬ pg. 24)
o Recording Start/Stop Button (੬ pg. 22, 28)
p Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ pg. 14)
Connectors
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
Q S-Video Output Connector [S] (੬ pg. 26)
R Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
S USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (Refer
to the software installation and USB
connection guide.)
T DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 14)
GETTING STARTED
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During Video Recording only
Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording
[0h56m]
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 50)
g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)
(੬ pg. 22)
79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)
(੬ pg. 22)
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a Manual Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
: Auto Mode
: Manual Mode
c Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ pg. 23, 50)
d Zoom Indicator (੬ pg. 23, 50)
e Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 31, 32)
f White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 34)
g Brightness Control Indicator (੬ pg. 19, 49)
h Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 55)
(੬ pg. 50)
i Date/Time (੬ pg. 49)
j Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 21, 49)
k Drop Detection Indicator (੬ pg. 21)
l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(੬ pg. 33)
FINE
PHOTO
m Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)
n Program AE Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)
o Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 35)
: Nightscope Indicator
p Light Indicator (੬ pg. 31)
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 32)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(੬ pg. 31)
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(੬ pg. 31)
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
b Focus Icon (੬ pg. 28)
c Image Size: 1152 (1152 x 864)*, 1024 (1024 x
768)*, 640 (640 x 480) (੬ pg. 51)
* Not available for GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK.
d Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD (standard)
(੬ pg. 51)
q
e Remaining Number of Shots (੬ pg. 63)
f
: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(੬ pg. 28)
g Shooting Icon (੬ pg. 28)
h Self-Timer Recording Indicator (੬ pg. 51)
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During Video Playback
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b Folder/File Number
10. 11. 2005
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 17)
NOTE:
b Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when
play list is played back. ੬ pg. 43)
c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]
(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 50)
d Playback Mode (੬ pg. 24)
U : Playback
When the mode indicators disappear or blink, the
functions of those modes are not available. Such a
phenomenon also occurs when the LCD monitor is
turned 180°. (੬ pg. 9)
9 : Pause
5
: Forward High-Speed Search
: Reverse High-Speed Search
3
9U : Forward Slow-Motion
Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion
(The number on the left shows speed.)
e Counter (੬ pg. 49)
f Volume Level Indicator
g Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 55)
h Date (੬ pg. 49)
i Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 21, 49)
j Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)
k Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (੬ pg. 37, 50)
GETTING STARTED
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1 Set the power switch to OFF.
Power
2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing
downward, push the battery pack slightly against
the battery pack mount.
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.
● If the battery mount cover is attached, remove it
by sliding BATT.
3 Slide down the battery pack until it locks in
Charging the Battery Pack
place.
4 Connect the AC adapter to the camera.
Power/Charge Lamp
5 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
(AP-V14E only)
Power Switch
6 Plug the power cord 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 power cord from
the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter from
the camera.
Lock Button
To DC connector
To detach the battery pack
While sliding BATT., remove the battery pack.
Required charging time
Open the cover.
To AC outlet
Battery pack
BN-VF707U*
Charging time
Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
Approx. 2 hr. 40 min.
Approx. 5 hr. 40 min.
BN-VF714U
BN-VF733U
* Provided
AC Adapter
(ex. AP-V17E)
BATT.
Battery Pack
Arrow
Battery Pack Mount
GETTING STARTED
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Using the Battery Pack
Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging the Battery
Pack”.
NOTES:
● This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will operate only
with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-
VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using
generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage
to the internal charging circuitry.
Maximum continuous recording time
Battery pack
BN-VF707U*
Recording time
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery
pack, remove it first.
Approx. 1 hr. 00 min.
(55 min.)
● During charging, the camera cannot be operated.
● Charging is not possible if the wrong type of
battery is used.
BN-VF714U
Approx. 2 hr. 10 min.
(2 hr. 00 min.)
BN-VF733U
* Provided
Approx. 5 hr. 00 min.
(4 hr. 45 min.)
● Make sure to use the battery pack with the arrow
( ) mark. The camera does not turn on with the
battery mount cover without the arrow ( ) mark.
● 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 well-ventilated areas.
● Using the optional AA-VF7 battery charger, you
can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U
battery pack without the camera.
(
): When the LED light is on.
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.
ATTENTION:
● 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 the camera is a subject to electrostatic
discharge, turn the power off before using it again.
● After 5 minutes has elapsed in record-standby
mode, the camera will automatically turn off its
power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case,
the battery charge starts if the battery is attached
to the camera.
GETTING STARTED
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Data Battery System
Using AC Power
You can check the remaining battery power and
the recordable time.
Perform step 4 in “Charging the Battery Pack”.
NOTE:
1 Make sure the battery is attached.
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
2 Open the LCD monitor fully.
3 Press INFO/
repeatedly, and the battery
status screen appears.
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.
WARNING! 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.
● It is displayed for approx. 3 seconds if the
button is pressed and released quickly, and for
approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed
and held for several seconds.
● If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears
instead of the battery status even though you
tried to press INFO/
several times, there
may be a problem with your battery. In such a
case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
● The recordable time display should only be
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute
units.
To resume the original function of the
accurate battery power indication
If the battery power indication differs from the
actual operating time, fully charge the battery,
and then run it down. However this function may
not turn back if the battery was used for a long
period of time under extremely high/low
temperature condition or charged too many
times.
GETTING STARTED
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2 Recording/Playback Mode
Select the recording/playback mode using the
MODE switch.
Operation Mode
To turn on the camera, set the power switch to
or
while pressing down the lock button
: Video mode (੬ pg. 22, 24)
: Still image mode (੬ pg. 28, 29)
located on the switch.
● The power/charge lamp turns on.
To turn off the camera, set the power switch to
OFF.
3 Auto/Manual Mode
Press and hold
manual recording mode. When manual mode is
(
/
) to switch the auto/
1 Power Switch
selected, the indicator
monitor.
appears on the LCD
Power/Charge Lamp
Auto mode:
You can record using no special
effects or manual adjustments.
2 MODE
Manual mode:
Lock Button
Manual recording is possible by
setting various functions.
(੬ pg. 31 – 37)
LCD Monitor
3
Set the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the power and MODE
To return to the auto recording mode
Press
(
/
) again so that the indicator
switches and
(
/
) button.
appears.
1 Power Switch Position
Set the power switch for recording ( ) or
playback ( ) while pressing down the lock
button.
4 Power-Linked Operation
When the power switch is set to
also turn on/off the camera by opening/closing
the LCD monitor.
, you can
Power Switch
Power Off
Playback
Recording
GETTING STARTED
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Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
Date/Time Settings
The recording start date/time is recorded on the
video/still image file and it can be checked by
pressing INFO during playback. (੬ pg. 24, 29)
In addition, you can find the desired file by the
date index screen. (੬ pg. 30)
(੬ pg. 48, 49)
1 Set the power switch to
or
.
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press
/
to
CAMERA SETTING
1 Set the power switch to
or
.
BASIC SETTING
select [DISPLAY], then
REC MEDIA SETTING
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
press 49.
DISPLAY
QUALITY
3 Press
/
to
CAMERA SETTING
WIDE MODE
WIND CUT
BASIC SETTING
select [DISPLAY], then
REC MEDIA SETTING
press 49.
DISPLAY
QUALITY
4 Press
/
to
WIDE MODE
WIND CUT
DATE/TIME
select [LANGUAGE],
SCENE COUNTER
then press 49.
LANGUAGE
CLOCK ADJUST
BRIGHT
4 Press
/
to
5 Press
/
to
SCENE COUNTER
LANGUAGE
select [CLOCK
select the desired
language, then press
49.
ADJUST], then press
49. The day is
highlighted.
CLOCK ADJUST
BRIGHT
DATE/TIME
6 Press MENU to return to the normal screen.
5 Press
/
to input
CLOCK ADJUST
the day, then press 49.
Repeat to input the
month, year, hour and
minute.
DATE
TIME
31 01 2005 11 : 07
6 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.
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Brightness Adjustment of the
Display
Grip Adjustment
1 Adjust the velcro strip.
2 Pass your right hand
through the loop and grasp
the grip.
The brightness of the display can be adjusted.
1 Set the power switch to
or
while
pressing down the lock button located on the
switch.
3 Adjust your thumb and
fingers through the grip to
easily operate the
recording start/stop button,
power switch and zoom
lever. Be sure to fasten the
velcro strip to your
2 Open the LCD monitor fully. (੬ pg. 9)
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Press
/
to select [DISPLAY], then press
49.
5 Press
/
to select
preference.
[BRIGHT], and press 49.
The brightness control
indicator appears.
6 Press
/
until the appropriate brightness
is reached.
7 Press 49 to clear the brightness control
Tripod Mounting
indicator from the display.
To attach the camera to a
tripod, align the direction
stud and screw to the
mounting socket and
stud hole on the camera.
Then tighten the screw
clockwise.
● Some tripods are not
equipped with studs.
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Inserting/Removing an SD Card
Formatting a Recording Medium
You can use an SD card as a recording medium You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk
in the SD slot. See page 62 for the guaranteed
media to work with this camera.
(HDD) or SD cards. You have to format the
newly-purchased SD cards with this camera
before using them. This enables stable speeds
and operation when accessing the recording
medium. Be aware that all files and data
including protected files will be erased.
(੬ pg. 38)
Clipped Edge
SD Card (optional)
Label
1 Set the power switch to
or
.
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press
/
to select
DIS
Write/Erase
Protection Tab
CAMERA SETTING
BASIC SETTING
[REC MEDIA SETTING],
then press 49.
REC MEDIA SETTING
DISPLAY
SD Card Cover
SD Slot
QUALITY
WIDE MODE
4 Press
/
to select
1 Make sure the camera’s power is off.
VIDEO MODE
IMAGE MODE
2 Open the SD card cover.
49.
FORMAT
CLEAN UP
3 To insert an SD card, firmly insert it with its
5 Press
/
to select
clipped edge first.
[HDD] or [SD], then
COPY/MOVE
To remove an 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.
press 49.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
● By pressing the 49 button while selecting [HDD]
4 Close the SD card cover.
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.
and holding down the
button in step 5, you can
erase the data on the hard disk in a format that is
difficult to recover. Moreover, by repeating this
procedure, you can make the data even more
difficult to recover. When formatting in this way, a
formatting progress bar is displayed.
● To cancel the formatting, select [CANCEL], then
press 49.
CAUTION:
NOTE:
Do not remove the SD card or perform any other
operation (such as turning off the power) during
format. Also, be sure to use the provided AC
adapter, as the recording medium may be corrupted
if the battery becomes exhausted during format. If
the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it
again.
Before using a new SD card, it is necessary to
format the card. (੬ pg. 20)
ATTENTION:
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 recognise whether or not the SD card is
installed.
NOTE:
Do not format the recording medium on the PC.
Make sure to format the recording medium on the
camera.
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EN
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Drop Detection
Selecting a Recording Medium
This function turns off the power automatically to
prevent HDD damage when the camera is
accidentally dropped. This function is set to on
at time of shipment.
If the power is turned off due to the drop
detection function, set the power switch to OFF,
and turn the power on again.
Select the recording medium before starting
recording or playback. (੬ pg. 48, 49)
Example: When recording still images to an SD
card
1 Set the power switch to
or
.
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press
/
to select
To turn off this function
Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. The
indicator appears. (੬ pg. 49)
DIS
CAMERA SETTING
BASIC SETTING
[REC MEDIA SETTING],
then press 49.
REC MEDIA SETTING
DISPLAY
QUALITY
CAUTION:
WIDE MODE
Setting this function to off increases the chances of
damaging the internal hard disk if the camera is
accidentally dropped.
4 Press
/
to select
NO. RESET
[IMAGE MODE], then
VIDEO MODE
IMAGE MODE
press 49.
NOTES:
● This function cannot protect the hard disk every
single time it is dropped.
5 Press
/
to select
FORMAT
[SD], then press 49.
CLEAN UP
● The
indicator is only displayed when this
6 Press MENU to return
function is set to [OFF]. For normal use, set this
function to [ON].
to the normal screen.
● If the drop detection function operates when the
camera has not been dropped, set the function to
[OFF] to continue use.
● If a drop is detected during shooting, the file being
shot when the camera was dropped may be saved
Remaining Space on the Recording
Media
This enables you to check the remaining space
on the recording media and the available
recording time for each picture quality mode.
Before checking, set the recording media that
you want to check in [REC MEDIA SETTING].
(੬ pg. 48, 49)
Example: When checking the HDD space
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Press INFO/ . The
MAX RECORDING TIME
screen appears.
MAX RECORDING TIME
Displayed picture
quality mode
: ULTRA FINE
: FINE
FREE
USED
: NORMAL
: ECONOMY
For details on the picture quality, see page 50.
To return to the normal screen
Press INFO/
repeatedly.
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NOTES:
Video Recording
recording or playback (video or still image) for
camera is turned off automatically to conserve
Power Switch
switch to OFF, then to
or
. When using the
Lock Button
Zoom Lever
(the access lamp lights and the LCD monitor turns
off). To cancel the sleep mode, perform any
operation such as zooming.
● When the camera heats up, the 7REC indicator
flashes. If the camera continues to heat up,
shooting may be stopped to protect the recording
medium. In this case, turn off the camera power,
and then wait until the camera cools down.
(੬ pg. 56)
● 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. To play back these files, see
“To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder”
(੬ pg. 24).
● There may be differences in the brightness
between the recorded video and still image, even
if the same subject is shot.
● Video file names are assigned as sequential
hexadecimal numbers. For example, starts from 1
to 9 followed by A to F.
MODE
Recording Start/Stop
Button
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
● The camera is programmed to record videos on
the built-in hard disk by the factory-preset. To
switch the recording medium, see pages 21, 48
and 49.
● To change the picture quality, see pages 48 and
50.
● To use the light, see page 31.
3 Press the recording start/stop button to start
● To turn the operation sounds off, see page 48.
● For approximate recording time, see page 62.
● After recording video for 12 consecutive hours, the
recording will be stopped automatically.
● When recording video, a new file will be created
for every 4 GB of contiuous shooting.
recording.
● Approximate remaining time
for recording appears on
[0h56m]
the display.
4 To stop recording, press
the recording start/stop button again.
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Zooming
NOTES:
● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the
YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC
Service Centre described on the sheet included in
sure to connect the end with a core filter to the
camera. The core filter reduces interference.
● Focusing may become unstable during zooming.
In this case, set the zoom before recording and
lock the focus by using the manual focus
(੬ pg. 33), then zoom in or out during recording.
● During digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-
angle shooting. You can zoom in up to 15x* by
using the optical zoom.
To zoom in
Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto).
To zoom out
Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).
W: Wide angle
T: Telephoto
5 cm to the subject when the zoom lever is set all
the way to W.
● When you zoom into a subject close to the lens,
the camera may automatically zoom out
depending on the distance to the subject. In this
case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. (੬ pg. 50)
Digital zoom zone
Deleting Files
If you press
recorded most recently will be deleted.
(੬ pg. 39)
● However, if the recording mode (video or still
image) is switched or the power is turned off and
on again after recording, you cannot delete the
file.
15x* (Optical) zoom
zone
during recording mode, the file
Approximate zoom
ratio
● The further you slide the zoom lever, the quicker
the zoom action.
● Zoom magnification over 15x* is done through
digital image processing, and is therefore called
digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to
700x*. Set [ZOOM] to [60X] or [700X]*. (੬ pg. 50)
* For GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK optical zoom
can go up to 25x, digital zoom – up to 800x, and
[ZOOM] can be set to [100X] or [800X].
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To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder
If the data cannot be recorded properly, the
video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder.
(੬ pg. 22)
Video Playback
Power Switch
To play back the files in the [EXTMOV] folder,
press the recording start/stop button or START/
STOP button on the remote control while the
proceed to step 3 after [MPG] is displayed.
To return to the index screen, press the
recording start/stop button or START/STOP
button on the remote control again.
Lock Button
MODE
Zoom Lever
● The file information and playlist creation functions
are not available for files in the [EXTMOV] folder.
49
NOTES:
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD
monitor or on a connected TV. (੬ pg. 26)
● At the junctions between scenes, the image may
stop momentarily or the sound may be
interrupted. However, this is not a malfunction.
● The date and counter can be displayed during
playback. (੬ pg. 49)
● When the camera heats up, the U indicator
flashes. If the camera continues to heat up,
playback may be stopped to protect the recording
medium. In this case, turn off the camera power,
and then wait until the camera cools down.
(੬ pg. 56)
INFO/
Speaker
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
● The index screen for videos appears. The image
on the index screen shows the first part of the
shooting.
● If the power is turned off while video playback is
paused, the camera memorizes the scene where
the video was stopped. In this case, the stopped
on again.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector,
the sound is not heard from the speaker.
●
To switch the medium to be played back, see pages
21, 48 and 49.
3 Press
/
/
/
to select the video file
you want to play back.
4 Press 49 to start playback.
5 To pause playback, press 49 again.
To return to the index screen
Slide the zoom lever to W when playback is
paused.
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.
To turn on/off the date display
Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF].
(੬ pg. 48, 49)
To turn on/off the on-screen display
Press INFO/
repeatedly.
To check the file information
Press INFO/
(੬ pg. 38)
when playback is paused.
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Locating the start point of the file or skip the
file
How to Use the Scroll Bar
You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index
screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll
bar is useful when deleting files (੬ pg. 39),
creating play list (੬ pg. 42), etc.
Press
to locate the start point of the next file.
repeatedly skips files in forward
Pressing
direction.
Press
to locate the start point of the current
file. Pressing
direction.
● If you press
or search, playback resumes after locating the
start point of a file.
repeatedly skips files in reverse
1 Slide the zoom lever
Scroll bar
towards W to select the
VIDEO
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or during normal playback
scroll bar on the index
screen.
2 Press
/
to
display the next or
previous page.
Frame-by-frame playback
While playback is paused, press
● Pressing or repeatedly advances or
reverses the still picture frame by frame.
or
.
● If you press and hold
/
, the high speed search starts.
● If you find the desired file, slide the zoom lever
towards T, then select the file.
● To resume normal playback, press 49.
Slow motion playback
While playback is paused, press and hold
for over 2 seconds.
● To stop slow motion playback, press 49.
or
Date Index Screen
You can also find the desired file by the date
index screen. The files are sorted according to
their recorded date.
Playback Zoom
You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.
1 Slide the zoom lever
DATE INDEX
twice towards W. The
07 07
13 08
20 08
2005
2005
2005
1 During normal playback, at the point you want
date index screen
appears.
to zoom in, press 49 to pause playback.
23 08
02 09
2005
2005
2 Slide the zoom lever towards T to zoom in.
● The full view of the image is displayed in the small
screen on the lower right side. The * mark
2 Press
/
to select
the desired date. The
files recorded on the selected date are displayed
on the right side of the screen.
● To display the next or previous date, select the
scroll bar by sliding the zoom lever towards W,
indicates the centre point of the magnified area.
3 Press
/
/
/
to move to the magnified
area you want to view.
and press
/
.
4 To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.
● When the zoom is set all the way to W (wide-
angle) side, sliding the zoom lever to W switches
the display to the index screen. (੬ pg. 25)
3 Press 49. The files recorded on the
selected date are displayed in the index screen.
Various Playback Operations
Deleting Video Files
Still playback (Pause)
Press 49 during normal playback.
● To resume normal playback, press 49 again.
Press , then press
[EXECUTE] and press 49.
You can select the desired file to be deleted by
pressing
● To delete multiple files at once, see page 39.
/
to select
●
/
.
Search playback
During normal playback, press
for forward
search, or
● Pressing
for reverse search.
or repeatedly increases the
search speed for each direction. (–60x to
+60x)
● To resume normal playback, press 49.
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Playback on a TV
Connecting to a TV, VCR or VDR
To S connector
2 Connect the camera to a TV, VCR or VDR as
shown in the illustration.
Open the
cover.
If not, go to step 4.
3 Connect the VCR/VDR output to the TV
input, referring to your VCR/VDR’s instruction
manual.
To AV connector
4 Turn on the camera, the VCR/VDR and the
TV.
S Cable
5 Set the VCR/VDR to its AUX input mode, and
AV Cable
(optional)
(provided)
set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
6 Start playback on the camera. (੬ pg. 24)
To choose whether or not the following
displays appear on the connected TV
● Date/Time
Set [DATE/TIME] to [AUTO], [ON] or [OFF].
(੬ pg. 48, 49)
● Counter
Set [SCENE COUNTER] to [ON] or [OFF].
(੬ pg. 48, 49)
(Pressing INFO/
displays.)
button also turns on/off the
VCR/VDR
TV
Dubbing to a VCR (or DVD Recorder)
A White to AUDIO L IN*
B Red to AUDIO R IN*
The following explains how to dub to a VCR.
When dubbing to a DVD recorder, refer to its
instruction manual.
C Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/
VCR/VDR has only A/V input connectors.)
D Black to S-VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/
VCR/VDR has S-VIDEO IN and A/V input
connectors. In this case, it is not necessary to
connect the yellow video cable.)
1 Perform steps 1 to 6 above.
2 At the point you want to start dubbing, start
recording on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR’s
instruction manual.)
* Not required for watching still images only.
NOTES:
3 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR,
● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use
the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the
JVC Service Centre described on the sheet
included in the package for details on its
availability. Make sure to connect the end with
a core filter to the camera. The core filter
reduces interference.
then stop playback on the camera.
● It is recommended to use the AC adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
(੬ pg. 16)
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
when the camera is turned on.
● To connect the camera to a PC, refer to the
software installation and USB connection guide.
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Buttons and Functions
Playback Using the Remote Control
The full-function remote control unit can operate
this camera from a distance as well as the basic
operations (playback, stop, pause, fast-forward
and rewind) of your VCR.
Installing the Battery
The remote control uses
one lithium battery
2
(CR2025).
1
1 Pull out the battery
1
holder by pushing the lock
tab.
A Infrared Beam Transmitting Window
● Transmits the beam signal.
B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons
Zoom In/Out (੬ pg. 23)
C Up Button
Rotate Button (clockwise) (੬ pg. 30)
D Skip Backward Button
E Left Button
Lock tab
2 Insert the battery in the
holder, and be sure to have the “+” mark visible.
3 Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.
Beam Effective Area
When using the remote
control, be sure to point it at
the remote sensor. The
transmitted beam’s
approximate effective
distance for indoor use is 5 m.
Use the remote control in
front of the camera facing
toward the lens.
F Back Button
G PLAYLIST Button (੬ pg. 42)
H START/STOP Button
I SNAPSHOT Button (੬ pg. 28)
J INFO Button (੬ pg. 38)
K Skip Forward Button
L PLAY/PAUSE Button
M Right Button
Remote sensor
N Next Button
O Down Button
Rotate Button (counterclockwise) (੬ pg. 30)
P INDEX Button
NOTE:
The transmitted beam may not be effective or may
cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor
is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.
Q DATE Button
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Zooming
Still Image Recording
Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-
angle shooting. For details, see page 23.
Power Switch
Continuous Shooting
in step 3 in “Still Image Recording” (੬ pg. 28)
provides an effect similar to serial photography.
(Interval between still images: approx. 0.5
seconds)
Lock Button
Zoom Lever
To use this function, set the [CONTINUOUS
SHOOTING] to [ON]. (੬ pg. 51) The
indicator appears on the display.
● To turn off this function, set [CONTINUOUS
SHOOTING] to [OFF].
● Continuous shooting may not work well depending
on the recording medium.
● The continuous shooting speed will drop when
repeatedly making continuous shots.
MODE
Recording Start/Stop
Button
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
● The camera is programmed to record still images
on the built-in hard disk by the factory-preset. To
switch the recording medium, see pages 21, 48
and 49.
Deleting Files
If you press
recorded most recently will be deleted.
(੬ pg. 39)
● However, if the recording mode (video or still
image) is switched or the power is turned off and
on again after recording, you cannot delete the
file.
51.
● To use the light, see page 31.
3 Press the recording start/stop button. PHOTO
indicator appears during shooting. The still
image is recorded.
● To check how the image looks before recording,
press the recording start/stop button halfway and
hold. The
indicator appears and stops blinking
when the captured image is focused. To cancel
the recording, release the recording start/stop
button. To record it on the recording medium,
press the recording start/stop button fully.
NOTES:
● There may be differences in the brightness
between the recorded video and still image, even
if the same subject is shot.
● To turn the shutter sound off, see page 48.
● For approximate number of storable images, see
page 63.
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Slide Show
You can playback all the images stored in
recording media automatically.
Still Image Playback
Power Switch
1 Set the power switch to
.
.
Lock Button
MODE
● A still image is displayed.
● To switch the medium to be played back, see
pages 21, 48 and 49.
Zoom Lever
3 Press 49 to start the slide show.
● If you press
during the slide show, files are
displayed in descending order.
49
during the slide show, files are
displayed in ascending order.
● To end the slide show, press 49 again.
INFO/
To display the next
image
To display the
previous image
Normal Playback
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
● The most recently shot still image is displayed.
● To switch the medium to be played back, see
pages 21, 48 and 49.
3 Press to display the previous file. Press
Slide Show
to display the next file.
Index Screen of Still Image Files
You can view multiple files stored in a recording
medium at a time. This browsing capability
makes it easy to locate a particular file you want.
To turn on/off the date/time display
Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF].
(੬ pg. 48, 49)
To turn on/off the on-screen display / To
check the file information (੬ pg. 38)
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1 Slide the zoom lever
to W when a recorded
image is displayed.
● The display switches to
the index screen.
Press INFO/
repeatedly.
NOTES:
● Images shot and stored on the recording media
with another device may not be played back
correctly.
2 Press
/
/
/
to
● You can zoom in/out or rotate still images.
(੬ pg. 30)
move the frame to the
desired file.
3 Press 49. The selected file is displayed.
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How to Use the Scroll Bar
Playback Zoom
You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index
screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll
bar is useful when deleting files (੬ pg. 39),
setting DPOF (੬ pg. 46), etc.
You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.
1 Set the power switch to
.
.
● A still image is displayed.
1 Slide the zoom lever
Scroll bar
● To switch the medium to be played back, see
pages 21, 48 and 49.
towards W to select the
STILL IMAGE
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scroll bar on the index
screen.
3 Slide the zoom lever towards T to zoom in.
● The full view of the image is displayed in the small
screen on the lower right side. The * mark
2 Press
/
to
display the next or
previous page.
indicates the centre point of the magnified area.
4 Press
/
/
/
to move to the magnified
● If you press and hold
/
area you want to view.
, the high speed search starts.
5 To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.
● When the zoom is set all the way to W (wide-
angle) side, sliding the zoom lever to W switches
the display to the index screen. (੬ pg. 29)
● If you find the desired file, slide the zoom lever
towards T, then select the file.
Date Index Screen
You can also find the desired file by the date
index screen. The files are sorted according to
their recorded date.
Deleting Still Image Files
Press , then press
[EXECUTE] and press 49.
● You can select the desired file to be deleted by
pressing
● To delete multiple files at once, see page 39.
/
to select
1 Perform step 1 in “Index Screen of Still Image
Files” (੬ pg. 29) to dispaly the index screen.
/
.
2 Slide the zoom lever
DATE INDEX
twice towards W. The
07 07
13 08
20 08
2005
2005
2005
date index screen
appears.
23 08
02 09
2005
2005
3 Press
/
to select
the desired date. The
files recorded on the selected date are displayed
on the right side of the screen.
● To display the next or previous date, select the
scroll bar by sliding the zoom lever towards W,
and press
/
.
4 Press 49. The files recorded on the
selected date are displayed in the index screen.
Image Rotation
You can rotate a still image clockwise or
counterclockwise.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
● A still image is displayed.
● To switch the medium to be played back, see
pages 21, 48 and 49.
3 Press to rotate 90° clockwise.
● Each time you press , the image rotates
clockwise. (90° ] 180° ] 270° ] 0°)
4 Press to rotate 90° counterclockwise.
● Each time you press , the image rotates
counterclockwise. (270° ] 180° ] 90° ] 0°)
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Backlight Compensation
Backlight compensation brightens the subject
quickly. With simple operation, dark portions of
the subject are brightened by increasing the
exposure.
LED Light
/
/
When shooting with insufficient light at night, the
LED light turns on to improve visibility during
shooting.
Press LIGHT to turn the light on and display one
of the following indicators.
: The light remains always on regardless of
the surrounding conditions.
: The light turns on automatically when there
is insufficient light.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Press and hold
(
/
) so that
is
displayed.
3 Press
(
) once so that the
indicator
appears.
To turn off the light
Press LIGHT repeatedly so that
disappears.
/
indicator
To cancel backlight compensation
Press ) twice so that the indicator
disappears.
(
Spot Exposure Control
/
Selection of a spot metering area enables more
precise exposure compensation. You can select
one of the three metering areas.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Press and hold
(
/
) so that
is
displayed.
3 Press
(
) twice so that the
indicator
appears.
● The spot metering area frame
appears at the
centre.
4 Press
/
to select the desired spot
metering area frame.
5 Press 49. The setting is completed.
To lock the exposure
After step 4, press and hold 49 for over 2
seconds. The indicator appears.
To cancel spot exposure control
Press
(
) once so that the
indicator
disappears.
NOTES:
● Spot exposure control may not be possible when
some other functions are activated.
● Depending on the shooting location and condition,
optimum result may not be attained.
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Manual Exposure
Manual Settings in MSET
Menu
/
Manual exposure is recommended in the
following situations:
the background is too bright.
You can use manual recording functions easily
by selecting items in the MSET menus.
subject is bright.
How to Select a Menu Item
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Press and hold
(
/
) so that
displayed.
3 Press
(
). The menu screen
2 If [AUTO] is selected, press
. (video mode
appears.
only)
4 Press
/
to select
a desired item from the
MSET menu, then press
49.
the image, press
.
● Adjustment range
For video recording: –6 to +6 or AUTO (automatic
exposure)
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF
For still image recording: –2.0 to +2.0 (EV)
AE
AF
WB S.SP P.AE
EF
There are 6 items in the
MSET menu.
4 Press 49. The setting is completed.
5 Press
(
) to close the MSET menu.
AE: Manual Exposure (੬ pg. 32)
AF: Manual Focus (੬ pg. 33)
WB: White Balance (੬ pg. 34)
S.SP: Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 35)
P.AE: Program AE (੬ pg. 36)
EF: Effect (੬ pg. 36)
To lock the exposure
After step 5, press and hold 49 for over 2
seconds. The indicator appears.
NOTES:
● You cannot use the manual exposure at the same
time when [P.AE] is set to [SPOTLIGHT] or
[SNOW] (੬ pg. 36), or with backlight
compensation (੬ pg. 31).
Step 5 and 6 below are example of the
manual exposure setting.
5 Press
/
to select
● If the adjustment does not cause any visible
change in brightness, set [GAIN UP] to [ON].
(੬ pg. 50)
a setting, then press
49. The setting is
completed.
0
AUTO
6 Press
(
) to
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF
AE AF WB S.SP P.AE EF
close the MSET menu.
NOTE:
While recording is in progress, [S.SP], [P.AE] and
[EF] cannot be set even if
(
) is pressed.
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To return to automatic focus
Select [AUTO] in step 2.
Manual Focus
The camera's Full Range AF system offers
continuous focusing ability from close-up to
infinity. However, the correct focus may not be
obtained depending on the shooting condition.
In this case, use the manual focus mode.
Manual focus is recommended in situations
listed below:
● When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
● When illumination is low.*
● When the subject has no contrast (difference
in brightness and darkness), such as a flat,
one-colour wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
● When a dark object is barely visible in the
display.*
● When the scene contains minute patterns or
identical patterns that are regularly repeated.
● When the scene is affected by sunbeams or
light reflecting off the surface of a body of
water.
1 Select [AF] in the MSET menu. (੬ pg. 32)
2 If [AUTO] is selected, press
, then press
49.
3 Press
to focus on a nearer subject.
(
)
)
Press
(
to focus on a further subject.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any
further or nearer,
or
will blink.
● When shooting a scene with a high-contrast
background.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear
blinking:
,
,
, and
.
Focusing on a nearer
subject
Focusing on a further
subject
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Manual White Balance Adjustment
White Balance
1 Select [MWB] in WB menu. (੬ pg. 34)
The white balance is usually adjusted
automatically for correctness of the colour
reproduction under various lighting. However,
you can also select the following modes
according to the shooting situations.
2 Hold a sheet of
plain white paper in
Adjust zoom or
position yourself so
that the white paper
fills the screen.
1 Select [WB] in the MSET menu. (੬ pg. 32)
2 Press
/
to select the desired mode.
White paper
MWB: For adjusting the white balance
manually depending on the light source.
੬ “Manual White Balance Adjustment”
(੬ pg. 34)
3 Press and hold
49 until
indicator begins blinking then
stops blinking.
FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny
NOTES:
day.
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
paper. In such a case, adjust with manual
focusing. (੬ pg. 33)
CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a
cloudy day.
● A subject can be shot under various types of
lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent,
candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature
is different depending on the light source, the
subject tint will differ depending on the white
balance settings. Use this function for a more
natural result.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or
the battery is removed.
HALOGEN: When a video light or similar
type of lighting is used.
3 Press 49. The setting is completed.
4 Press
(
) to close the MSET menu.
To return to automatic white balance
Select [AUTO] in step 2.
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To change the shutter speed
Press 49, then select the shutter speed by
pressing and press 49.
Shutter Speed
You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast
shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-
moving subject and a slow shutter speed can
blur the subject to give the impression of motion.
/
To return to automatic shutter speed
Select [AUTO] in step 3.
NOTES:
1 Select [S.SP] in the MSET menu. (੬ pg. 32)
● It is recommended to use a tripod when recording
with a slow shutter speed.
2 If [AUTO] is selected, press
.
3 Press
/
to select the desired shutter
● The shutter speed can be set separately in video
and still image.
speed. The shutter speed is displayed.
You can select the shutter speed from the
followings.
● If you cannot change the value, press 49.
The shutter speed is fixed at
1/2 second. This enables
NIGHTSCOPE shooting with little light in dim
locations. The
appears.
indicator
1/4
1/8
1/15
1/30
Slow shutter speed can blur
the subject to give the
impression of flowing motion.
The shutter speed is fixed at
1/60 second. Black bands that
usually appear when shooting
a TV screen become
1/60
narrower.
The shutter speed is fixed at
1/100 second. The flickering
that occurs when shooting
under a fluorescent light or
mercury-vapor lamp is
reduced.
1/100
Fast shutter speed allows
fast-moving subject to be
captured one frame at a time
vividly. Use these settings
when an automatic
1/250
1/500
1/1000*
1/2000*
1/4000*
adjustment does not work well
by
(SPORTS) mode in
Program AE. (੬ pg. 36)
* Not available for still image recording.
4 Press 49. The setting is completed.
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Program AE
Effect
You can use the program AE settings for specific You can add special effects to your recording
shooting situations.
1 Select [P.AE] in the MSET menu. (੬ pg. 32)
1 Select [EF] in the MSET menu. (੬ pg. 32)
2 Press
/
to select the desired mode.
2 Press
/
to select the desired mode.
SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like
old photos.
MONOTONE: The image becomes black
and white like old movies.
CLASSIC FILM*: The image has an old
movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping
frames.
STROBE*: The image looks like a series of
consecutive snapshots.
* Not available for still image recording.
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look
more natural.
SPOTLIGHT: The subject in the front is
accentuated by blurring the background.
SPORTS: Fast shutter speed allows fast-
moving subject to be captured one frame at a
time vividly. The shutter speed is set at 1/250 to
1/4000 second automatically.
SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may
appear too dark when shooting in extremely
bright surroundings such as in the snow.
3 Press 49. The setting is completed.
4 Press
(
) to close the MSET menu.
3 Press 49. The setting is completed.
To turn off the program AE function
Select [OFF] in step 2.
To turn off the effect
Select [OFF] in step 2.
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Wipe or Fader Effects
You can view videos with various effects of
Playback Effects
You can view videos or still images with special
/
scene transition.
image effects.
1 Set the power switch to
.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
or
.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Press
/
to select [WIPE/FADER], then
4 Press
/
to select [EFFECT], then press
press 49.
49.
5 Press
/
to select a desired effect.
5 Press
/
to select a desired effect.
FADER-WHITE: Fade in or out with a white
SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like
screen.
FADER-BLACK: Fade in or out with a black
screen.
FADER-B.W: Fade in to a colour screen
from a black and white screen, or fade out from
colour to black and white.
old photos.
MONOTONE: The image becomes black
and white like old movies.
CLASSIC FILM*: The image has an old
movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping
frames.
WIPE-CORNER: Wipe in on a black screen
from the upper right to the lower left corner, or
wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a
black screen.
WIPE-WINDOW: The scene starts in the
centre of a black screen and wipes in toward the
corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually
wiping out to the centre.
STROBE*: The image looks like a series of
consecutive snapshots.
* Not available for still image recording.
6 Press 49. The setting is completed.
7 Press MENU to close the menu screen.
To turn off the effect
Select [OFF] in step 5.
WIPE-SLIDE: Wipe in from right to left, or
wipe out from left to right.
WIPE-DOOR: Wipe in as the two halves of a
black screen open to the left and right, revealing
the scene, or wipe out and the black screen
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.
WIPE-SCROLL: The scene wipes in from
the bottom to the top of a black screen, or wipes
out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.
WIPE-SHUTTER: Wipe in from the centre of
a black screen toward the top and bottom, or
wipe out from the top and bottom toward the
centre leaving a black screen.
6 Press 49. The setting is completed.
7 Press MENU to close the menu screen.
● The selected wipe or fader effect works when
playback starts and ends.
To turn off the effect
Select [OFF] in step 5.
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Viewing File Information
You can view the file information in playback
Protecting Files
You can protect files from the accidental erasure.
/
/
mode.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Select the file type (video or still image) using
Information on Video Files
Press INFO/
the MODE switch.
while video playback is paused.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
File information appears.
4 Press
/
to select [PROTECT], then
FILE: File name
FOLDER: Folder name
DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording
PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file)
QUALITY: Image quality (੬ pg. 50)
5 Press
/
to select [CURRENT], then
press 49.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
● If you press INFO/
on the index screen
press 49.
(੬ pg. 25), information on the selected file is
displayed.
● You can select the previous or next file by pressing
/
.
● To release protection, select the protected file,
then perform step 5 and 6.
To turn off the file information display
Press INFO/
repeatedly.
To protect by selecting multiple files
Information on Still Image Files
5 Press
/
to select [FILE SELECT], then
Press INFO/
while a still image is displayed.
press 49.
File information appears.
● The index screen appears.
FILE: File name
FOLDER: Folder name
DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording
SIZE: Image size (੬ pg. 51)
QUALITY: Image quality (੬ pg. 51)
PROTECT: File protection status (੬ pg. 38)
6 Press
/
/
/
to select the file you want
to protect, then press 49.
● The
mark appears on the file.
● To protect other files, repeat step 6.
● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom
lever and pressing
/
. (੬ pg. 25, 30)
● If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview
screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever
towards W returns to the index screen.
● If you press INFO/
(੬ pg. 29), information on the selected file is
displayed.
on the index screen
7 Press MENU.
To turn off the file information display
Press INFO/
8 Press
/
to select [QUIT], then press
repeatedly.
49.
● The selected files are protected.
● To release protection, select the protected file in
step 6.
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To protect all files
You can delete unnecessary files.
/
5 Press
/
to select [PROTECT ALL], then
press 49.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
Deleting by the Button
press 49.
● All files are protected.
1 Set the power switch to
.
To release protection of all files
5 Select [CANCEL ALL], then press 49.
2 Select the file type (video or still image) using
the MODE switch.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
3 Press
/
/
/
to display the desired file,
press 49.
then press
.
● You can also select the file on the index screen.
CAUTION:
(੬ pg. 25, 29)
Do not remove the recording medium or perform
any other operation (such as turning off the power)
during protection. Also, be sure to use the provided
AC adapter, as the recording medium may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during
protection. If the recording medium becomes
corrupted, format it. (੬ pg. 20)
4 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
NOTE:
If you press
during recording mode, the file
recorded most recently will be deleted. However, if
the recording mode (video or still image) is switched
or the power is turned off and on again after
recording, you cannot delete the file.
Deleting on the Menu Screen
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Select the file type (video or still image) using
the MODE switch.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Press
/
to select [DELETE], then press
49.
To delete the currently displayed file
5 Press
/
to select [CURRENT], then
press 49.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
● You can select the previous or next file by pressing
/
.
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EN
To delete by selecting multiple files
Cleaning Up a Recording
Medium
5 Press
/
to select [FILE SELECT], then
/
press 49.
● The index screen appears.
Writing speed of recording media tends to
become slow after long period of repeated use.
To regain the speed, execute cleanup
periodically. The cleanup function is equivalent
6 Press
/
/
/
to select the file you want
to delete, then press 49.
● To select other files, repeat step 6.
● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom
lever and pressing
/
. (੬ pg. 25, 30)
● If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview
screen is displayed. Sliding the zoom lever
towards W returns to the index screen.
NOTES:
● Make sure to use the provided AC adapter for the
power supply when cleaning up a recording
medium. (੬ pg. 16)
7 Press MENU.
● It is recommended to run check disk regularly on
the PC, on condition that there is no data on the
hard disk of the camera.
8 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE AND
QUIT], then press 49.
● The selected files are deleted.
1 Set the power switch to
3 Press to select [REC MEDIA
SETTING], then press 49.
or
.
To delete all files
5 Press
/
to select [DELETE ALL], then
/
press 49.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
4 Press
/
/
to select [CLEAN UP], then
press 49.
press 49.
● To cancel deletion, select [CANCEL], then press
49.
5 Press
to select [HDD] or [SD], then
press 49.
NOTES:
● If the AC adapter is not connected to the camera,
a warning message appears. In this case, connect
the AC adapter.
● Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete them,
release protection first. (੬ pg. 39)
● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.
Check files before deleting.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
CAUTION:
● To cancel cleanup, select [CANCEL], then press
Do not remove the recording medium or perform
any other operation (such as turning off the power)
during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided
AC adapter, as the recording medium may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during
deletion. If the recording medium becomes
corrupted, format it. (੬ pg. 20)
74W9h.en cleanup is finished, [CLEANING UP
COMPLETED] appears. Press 49 to complete
the operation.
● Depending on the hard disk drive it may take
several minutes for this process to be completed.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the recording medium or perform
any other operation (such as turning off the power)
during cleanup.
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To copy or move by selecting files
Copying/Moving Still Image
Files
You can copy or move still image files between
the built-in hard disk (HDD) and SD card using
the on-screen display.
7 Press
/
to select [FILE], then press 49.
● The index screen appears.
8 Press
/
/
/
to select a desired file,
then press 49.
● The check mark ( ) appears on the selected file.
● To select other files, repeat this step.
● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom
Before proceeding to following steps,
● Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD
slot.
● Make sure that enough free space is left in the
copy/move destination medium.
lever and
/
. (੬ pg. 30)
9 Press MENU to return to the previous screen.
10 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
1 Set the power switch to
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press to select [REC MEDIA
SETTING], then press 49.
or
.
11 File transfer starts.
● To stop the file transfer, press 49, then select
[EXECUTE] and press 49.
/
12 When [COPYING (MOVING)
COMPLETED] appears, press 49 to finish the
operation.
4 Press
/
to select [COPY/MOVE], then
press 49.
To copy or move all still image files in the
recording medium
5 Press
/
to select [COPY] or [MOVE],
then press 49.
7 Press
/
to select [ALL].
COPY: Files are copied to the destination
medium while leaving original files in the source
medium.
MOVE: Files are moved to the destination
medium while deleting original files (except
read-only files) in the source medium.
8 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
● If you want to cancel, select [CANCEL], then
press 49.
9 File transfer starts.
● To stop the file transfer, press 49, then select
[EXECUTE] and press 49.
6 Press
/
to select the direction of copy/
move, then press
. (HDD ] SD or
SD ] HDD)
10 When [COPYING (MOVING)
COMPLETED] appears, press 49 to finish the
operation.
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Resetting the File Number
Creating Play List
/
By resetting the file number (name), a new folder You can create a play list by collecting the
will be made. The new files you are going to
make will be stored in the new folder. It is
convenient to separate the new files from
previously recorded files.
desired scenes from the previously recorded
video files.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
1 Set the power switch to
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press to select [REC MEDIA
SETTING], then press 49.
or
.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Press
/
/
/
/
to select [PLAY LIST], then
to select [EDIT], then press
to select [NEW LIST], then
/
press 49.
5 Press
4 Press
/
to select [NO. RESET], then
49.
press 49.
6 Press
5 Press
/
to select the file type (video or
press 49.
still image), then press 49.
7 Press
to scroll
EDIT
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
upward or downward the
thumbnail images of
recorded files, and select
a file to be added to a
play list.
press 49.
7 Press 49.
● The new folder (such as [101JVCSO]) will be
made and the file number will start again from the
new number (such as “PIC_0001.JPG”).
● The scroll bar can also
be used with the zoom
Thumbnail images of
recorded files
lever and pressing
/
. (੬ pg. 25)
8 Press 49. The frame for selecting an
inserting point appears.
9 Press
/
to scroll
EDIT
upward or downward the
thumbnail of images in a
play list, and select a
position where you want
to insert the selected file.
● The scroll bar can also
be used with the zoom
Play list
lever and pressing
/
. (੬ pg. 25)
10 Press 49. The selected file is added to a
play list.
● To add other files, repeat steps 7 to 10.
11 Press MENU. The confirmation screen
appears.
12 Press
/
to select [SAVE AND QUIT],
then press 49.
● To return to the edit screen, select [CANCEL].
● If you do not want to save the play list, select
[DELETE AND QUIT].
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To check the play list by playing back the
video
You can check the play list before saving it.
Playing Back Play List
By playing back the play list, you can view your
original video clips. (To create play list,
੬ pg. 42)
1 After step 10, press
to select a thumbnail
image of the play list.
2 Press
/
to select a scene you want to
1 Set the power switch to
.
check.
.
3 Press 49. The playback of the play list
starts from the selected scene.
● The playback stops at the end of the play list
automatically.
● To stop playback midway, press 49, then slide
the zoom lever towards W.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Press
/
to select [PLAY LIST], then
press 49.
5 Press
/
to select [PLAYLIST
CONTENTS], then press 49. The table of play
To check only the scene transition
lists appears.
1 After step 10, press
to select a scene
6 Press
/
to select
PLAYLIST CONTENTS
transition.
a list you want to play
back.
ALL SCENES
● If a scene is selected, press
select the scene transition bar.
once more to
01 10.11 2005 11:30
02 15.11 2005 23:00
03 25.11 2005 11:00
(The display format of
date and time differs
depending on the
country where this
camera is sold.)
2 Press
/
to select a scene transition you
want to check.
3 Press 49 to start playback of the selected
scene transition.
● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom
lever and pressing . (੬ pg. 25)
/
To delete the added file from the play list
7 Press 49 to start playback.
1 After step 10, press
to select a thumbnail
● During playback of play list, “P” mark appears on
the top left corner of the screen.
image of the play list.
2 Press
/
to select the file you want to
● If you slide the zoom lever towards W while
playback is paused, the index screen for play list
appears. You can see the contents of the play list
and select the desired scene. To return to
playback screen, slide the zoom lever to T.
● You can use various playback functions during
playback. (੬ pg. 25)
delete, then press
.
NOTES:
● You can display the play list menu simply by
pressing the PLAYLIST button on the remote
control.
● Maximum up to 99 play lists can be created.
● Each play list can consist of maximum 99 scenes.
● If you delete the original files, the files also have
been deleted from the play list.
● Files in the [EXTMOV] folder cannot be used to
create play lists.
8 To stop playback, press 49.
● To return to the normal playback mode, select
[ALL SCENES] in step 6.
NOTE:
You can display the play list menu simply by
pressing the PLAYLIST button on the remote
control.
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Add/Delete Files in Play List
Changing Play List Name
You can edit existing play lists by adding or
deleting files.
The default name of play list is its creation date
and time. You can change the name on the
keyboard screen as you like.
1 Set the power switch to
.
1 Set the power switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Press
/
/
/
to select [PLAY LIST], then
to select [EDIT], then press
to select the play list you want
press 49.
4 Press
/
/
to select [PLAY LIST], then
press 49.
5 Press
49.
5 Press
to select [RENAME], then press
49. The table of play lists appears.
6 Press
to edit, then press 49.
6 Press
/
to select a play list whose name
● To add or delete files, follow the steps 7 to 12 in
“Creating Play List” (੬ pg. 42), or 1 to 2 in “To
delete the added file from the play list” (੬ pg. 43).
you want to change.
● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom
lever and pressing
/
. (੬ pg. 25)
● The thumbnail appears on the upper right side.
7 Press 49. The keyboard screen appears.
8 Press
/
/
/
to select the desired
letter, then press 49.
● Repeat this process to complete the name.
● You can change the character types (capital
letters, small letters or marks) by selecting [A/a/
@].
● To correct a letter, select [}] or []] and press
49 to move the cursor to the letter, then select
[CLEAR] and press 49.
9 Press
/
/
/
to select [ ], then press
49.
● To cancel the setting, select [CANCEL], then
press 49.
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Deleting Play List
Dubbing Using Play List
You can delete unnecessary play lists.
Dubbing to an external device using a play list is
possible.
1 Set the power switch to
.
1 Connect the camera and your VCR with the
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
S/AV cable. (੬ pg. 26)
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
2 Set the VCR to VIDEO/AUXILIARY input and
engage the recording standby mode.
● For details how to set VIDEO/AUXILARY input
refer to VCR instructions.
4 Press
/
to select [PLAY LIST], then
press 49.
5 Press
/
to select [DELETE], then press
49. The table of play lists appears.
3 Set the power switch to
.
6 Press
/
to select a play list you want to
4 Set the MODE switch to
.
delete.
5 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
● The thumbnail appears on the upper right side.
● To delete all play lists at once, select [DELETE
ALL].
6 Press
/
to select [PLAY LIST], then
press 49.
7 Press 49.
7 Press
/
to select [PLAYLIST
CONTENTS], then press 49. The table of play
8 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
lists appears.
press 49. The selected play list is deleted.
● To cancel the setting, select [CANCEL], then
press 49.
● Original files are not deleted even if you delete the
play list.
8 Press to select a list you want to dub.
● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom
lever and pressing . (੬ pg. 25)
/
/
9 Press . Screen for dubbing appears.
to select [START
10 Press
/
PLAYBACK], then press 49. Playback on the
camera starts.
● The black screen is displayed for 5 seconds at the
beginning and the end of the play list playback.
● To cancel the setting, press
/
to select
[CANCEL], then press 49.
11 While the black screen is displayed for
5 seconds, start recording on the VCR. (Refer to
your VCR’s instruction manual.)
12 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the
VCR while the black screen is displayed for
5 seconds.
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To print all still images (One print for each)
DPOF Print Setting
1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (੬ “To print
by selecting a still image”)
This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital
Print Order Format). You can set which images
to be printed and the number of prints with this
camera. This feature is useful to print with a
DPOF-compatible printer or bring a recording
medium to photo lab for print.
2 Press
/
to select [ALL1], then press
49.
3 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
4 Press MENU to finish the setting.
To confirm the DPOF setting
To print by selecting a still image
1 Set the power switch to
.
1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (੬ “To print
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
by selecting a still image”)
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
2 Press
/
to select [CHECK SETTINGS],
4 Press
/
then press 49.
49. The DPOF menu screen appears.
3 If necessary, change the number of prints for
the desired file by following the steps 6 to 7 in
“To print by selecting a still image”.
5 Press to select [SELECT IMAGES],
/
then press 49.
DPOF TOTAL: 125
7/59
00
6 Press
/
/
/
to
4 Press MENU to return to the previous menu.
select the desired file,
To reset the DPOF setting
01
00
15
02
00
00
then press 49.
● The scroll bar can also
be used with the zoom
lever and pressing
1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (੬ “To print
05
by selecting a still image”)
/
00
2 Press
/
to select [RESET], then press
. (੬ pg. 30)
49.
● If you slide and hold the zoom lever towards T, the
preview screen of the still image is displayed.
3 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
DPOF TOTAL: 125
7/59
00
7 Press
/
to select
the number of prints
(max. 15 prints), then
press 49.
4 Press 49 to finish the reset.
01
00
15
02
00
00
05
● To set print information
for other images, repeat
steps 6 and 7.
00
Number of prints
8 Press MENU to finish
the setting.
● To cancel the selection, select the same image in
step 6.
NOTES:
● The DPOF setting is available up to 999 images.
● DPOF printing can only be specified for still
images stored on the SD card. To specify still
images stored on the hard disk, you must first
copy the image files onto the SD card before
setting printing. (੬ pg. 41)
● The date index function cannot be used.
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To cancel print setting
Direct Printing with a PictBridge
Printer
If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still
images can be printed easily by connecting the
camera with the USB cable directly to the
printer. DPOF setting can also be used.
(੬ pg. 46)
Press
/
to select [CANCEL], then press
49.
To stop printing after printing starts
1 Press 49. The confirmation screen appears.
2 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
To print using the DPOF setting
If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can
use the DPOF setting. (੬ pg. 46)
NOTE:
After selecting [DIRECT PRINT] in the menu,
connect the USB cable.
1 Set the power switch to
.
To print by selecting a still image
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
1 Set the power switch to
.
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
2 Set the MODE switch to
.
4 Press
/
to select [DIRECT PRINT], then
press 49. A message [PLEASE CONNECT
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
PRINTER] appears.
4 Press
/
to select [DIRECT PRINT], then
5 Connect the camera to the printer with the
press 49. A message [PLEASE CONNECT
USB cable.
PRINTER] appears.
● After a while, the print menu appears.
5 Connect the camera to the printer with the
6 Press
/
to select [DPOF PRINT], then
USB cable.
press 49.
● After a while, the print menu appears.
7 Press
/
to select [PRINT], then press
6 Press
/
to select [SELECTED PRINT],
to select the desired file, then
to set the
49. The images are printed.
then press 49.
● To confirm the DPOF setting, press
/
to
7 Press
/
/
select [CHECK SETTINGS], then press 49.
After that, press MENU to return to the previous
menu.
press 49.
8 Press
number of prints.
NOTE:
NUMBER OF PRINTS
DATE
01
● The number of prints can
be set from 1 to 99.
OFF
If the printer is not recognised, or to print again after
direct printing with a PictBridge printer, remove the
USB cable, select [DIRECT PRINT] in the menu
again, and then reconnect the cable.
PRINT
CANCEL
9 Press
[DATE], then press
to select [ON] or [OFF].
● Select [ON] to print the date or [OFF] not to print.
to select [PRINT], then press
49. The image is printed.
/
to select
/
10 Press
/
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Changing the Menu Settings
Common Menus for All Modes
You can change the menu settings to customize [ ] = Factory-preset
your camera. Access the desired menu screen
by following the steps below, then change the
various settings.
BASIC SETTING
PRESET
EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factory-
preset.
Power Switch
[CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without
executing reset.
Lock Button
INFO/
DEMO MODE
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates demonstration mode and shows
various features on the display.
Demonstration starts in the following cases:
● When the menu screen is closed after [DEMO
MODE] is set to [ON].
49
MODE
MENU
● With [DEMO MODE] set to [ON], if there is no
operation for about 3 minutes after the power
switch is set to
.
● Performing any operation during the
demonstration stops the demonstration
temporarily. If no operation is performed for more
than 3 minutes after that, the demonstration will
resume.
1 Select the operation mode.
For Recording Menus:
Set the power switch to
.
NOTES:
For Playback Menus:
Set the power switch to
● Demonstration only works with DC cord
connected, not with battery.
.
● If an SD card is in the camera, demonstration will
not take place even if it is set to [ON].
● [DEMO MODE] remains [ON] even if the camera
power is turned off.
2 Select
(video) or
MODE switch.
(still image) using the
3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
4 Select the desired sub menu and menu item
OPERATION
SOUND
OFF: Turns off operation sound.
BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is
turned on or off, and at the beginning and end of
recording.
with
/
and 49.
● To return to the normal screen, press MENU.
● To display the operation guide, press INFO/
when the menu screen is displayed. (The
operation guide is not displayed depending on the
type of the menu.) To remove the operation guide,
press INFO/
● Even if the menu item is displayed, some item
cannot be set depending on the selected mode
(video/still image, recording/playback). In this
case, sub menu cannot be accessed or setting
cannot be changed.
again.
[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds
when any operation is performed.
MENU SETTINGS
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49
REMOTE
NO. RESET
OFF: Makes the camera not to receive the signal [VIDEO] / IMAGE
from the remote control.
[ON]: Enables the operation with the remote
control.
By resetting the file number (name), a new folder
will be made. The new files you are going to
make will be stored in the new folder. (੬ pg. 42)
DISPLAY
DROP DETECTION
OFF: Disables the function.
BRIGHT
[ON]: Turns off the power automatically to
prevent HDD damage when the camera is
accidentally dropped. (੬ pg. 21)
When this item is selected, the brightness
control indicator appears. Adjust the brightness
of the display using
(੬ pg. 19)
/
, then press 49.
CAUTION:
Setting this function to off increases the chances of
damaging the internal hard disk if the camera is
accidentally dropped.
DATE/TIME
OFF: The date/time does not appear.
5 seconds in the following cases.
REC MEDIA SETTING
● When playback starts
● When the date is changed during playback
VIDEO MODE
Media selection can
be set for each
recording and
[HDD] / SD
IMAGE MODE
ON: The date/time is always displayed.
playback mode: video
(
(
) or still image
).
NOTES:
[HDD] / SD
● You can set to different setting for each mode
(video recording/playback and still image
recording/playback).
HDD: The built-in hard
disk is selected as a
recording medium.
SD: SD card is
selected as a
recording medium.
SCENE COUNTER
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Displays the counter during video mode.
FORMAT
[HDD] / SD
LANGUAGE
[ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / DEUTSCH /
ESPAÑOL / ITALIANO / NEDERLANDS /
РУССКИЙ
You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk or
SD cards. (੬ pg. 20)
The language setting can be changed.
(੬ pg. 18)
CLEAN UP
[HDD] / SD
Writing speed of recording media tends to
become slow after long period of repeated use.
To regain the speed, execute cleanup
periodically. (੬ pg. 40)
CLOCK ADJUST
੬ “Date/Time Settings” (੬ pg. 18)
COPY/MOVE
[COPY] / MOVE
You can copy or move still image files between
the built-in hard disk and SD card. (੬ pg. 41)
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NOTES:
Video Recording Menus
[ ] = Factory-preset
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand
shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting
condition. In this case, the
indicator blinks or
goes out.
QUALITY
● Switch off this mode when recording with the
Select the desired picture quality.
camera on the tripod.
Mode
(In order of the
quality)
Size (pixels) Bit rate
CAMERA SETTING
ZOOM
[ULTRA FINE] 720 x 576
FINE
NORMAL
ECONOMY
8.5 Mbps
5.5 Mbps
4.2 Mbps
1.5 Mbps
GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK
720 x 576
720 x 576
352 x 288
15X: Only optical zoom is available up to 15x.
[60X]: Digital zoom is available up to 60x.
700X: Digital zoom is available up to 700x.
GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK
WIDE MODE
[OFF]: Disables the function.
16:9 WIDE: For playback on TVs with an aspect
ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the image to fit
25X: Only optical zoom is available up to 25x.
[100X]: Digital zoom is available up to 100x.
800X: Digital zoom is available up to 800x.
TELE MACRO
the screen without distortion. The
indicator
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: You can shoot a subject as large as
possible at a distance of approx. 70 cm. The
indicator appears.
appears. When using this mode, refer to your
wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During
playback/recording on 4:3 TVs, black bands may
be inserted at the top and bottom of the screen.
NOTES:
● The 16:9 WIDE mode cannot be used when using
ECONOMY mode.
● Use software that supports wide display when
playing videos that were recorded in 16:9 WIDE
mode on a PC.
Video Playback Menus
[ ] = Factory-preset
PLAY LIST
WIND CUT
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Helps cut down on noise created by wind.
[PLAY LIST CONTENTS] / EDIT / RENAME /
DELETE
You can create a play list and view your original
video clips. (੬ pg. 42 – 45)
The
indicator appears.
GAIN UP
WIPE/FADER
OFF: The image in the dark will be recorded with
no picture brightness adjustment.
੬ “Wipe or Fader Effects” (੬ pg. 37)
[ON]: The image in the dark will be brightened.
EFFECT
੬ “Playback Effects” (੬ pg. 37)
But the overall appearance may become grainy.
.
DIS
PROTECT
OFF: Disables the function.
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /
CANCEL ALL
You can protect files from accidental erasure.
(੬ pg. 38)
[ON]: Compensates for unstable images caused
by camera-shake, particularly at high
magnification. The
indicator appears.
DELETE
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL
You can delete unnecessary files. (੬ pg. 39)
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Still Image Recording Menus
Still Image Playback Menus
[ ] = Factory-preset
[ ] = Factory-preset
DPOF
QUALITY
੬ “DPOF Print Setting” (੬ pg. 46)
[FINE] / STANDARD
Select the desired image quality.
DIRECT PRINT
੬ “Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer”
(੬ pg. 47)
IMAGE SIZE*
[1152 x 864] / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480
Select the desired image size.
* Not available for GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK.
EFFECT
੬ “Playback Effects” (੬ pg. 37)
SELF-TIMER
PROTECT
DELETE
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC
By setting the self-timer, a still image is recorded
2 or 10 seconds after pressing recording start/
The menu items of PROTECT and DELETE are the
same as in the description on page 50.
stop button. The
or
indicator appears.
CONTINUOUS
SHOOTING
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: You can record still images continuously.
The
indicator appears on the display.
(੬ pg. 28)
GAIN UP
[OFF]: The image in the dark will be recorded
with no picture brightness adjustment.
ON: The image in the dark will be brightened.
But the overall appearance may become grainy.
CAMERA SETTING
TELE MACRO
The menu item of TELE MACRO is the same as in
the description on page 50.
REFERENCES
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Power
No power is supplied.
Troubleshooting
● The power is not connected properly.
HConnect the AC adapter securely. (੬ pg. 14)
● The battery pack is not attached firmly.
HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach
it firmly. (੬ pg. 14)
● The battery is dead.
HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged
one. (੬ pg. 14)
No display appears.
● When using the AC adapter, the camera enters
the sleep mode, the access lamp lights, and the
LCD monitor turns off.
HTo cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation
such as zooming.
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from a
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly.
HTo solve the problem, follow the Instructions
below at first.
HIf the problem is not solved, reset the
camera. (Refer to “To reset the camera”
below.)
HIf the problem still exists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
8 To reset the camera
The power was turned off accidentally.
● The drop detection function operated. (੬ pg. 21)
HSet the power switch to OFF, and turn the power
on again. To turn off the drop detection function,
set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. (੬ pg. 49)
such pointed instrument. The power is
turned off once and turned on again
automatically.
Recording
Recording cannot be performed.
● [MEMORY CARD IS FULL] appears.
HReplace with new recording medium or delete
unnecessary files. (੬ pg. 20, 39)
● Recording medium is not selected properly.
HSelect the recording medium. (੬ pg. 21, 48, 49)
RESET
When shooting a subject illuminated by
bright light, vertical lines appear.
● This is not a malfunction.
B If nothing happens, set the power switch to
OFF and remove the power supply (battery
pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then
put it back again.
C Execute [PRESET] from the menu. The
camera returns to it’s factory-preset.
(੬ pg. 48)
When the screen is under direct sunlight
during shooting, the screen becomes red or
black for an instant.
● This is not a malfunction.
During recording, the date/time does not
appear.
● [DATE/TIME] is set to [OFF].
HSet [DATE/TIME] to [ON]. (੬ pg. 49)
The LCD monitor indications blink.
● Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS and
other functions that cannot be used together are
selected at the same time.
Digital zoom does not work.
● [ZOOM] is set to [15X]* (optical zoom).
HSet [ZOOM] to [60X] or [700X]*. (੬ pg. 50)
● Digital zoom is not available in the still image
recording mode.
* For GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK optical zoom
can go up to 25x, and [ZOOM] can be set to
[100X] or [800X].
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The recorded image is white
● Shutter speed is set to NIGHTSCOPE or slow
speed.
The recorded image is too bright.
● The subject is too bright.
HTry manual exposure. (੬ pg. 32)
HNIGHTSCOPE and slow speed are only for use in
dark conditions. (੬ pg. 35)
White balance setting cannot be activated.
● The sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE)
mode is activated.
HTurn off the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone
(MONOTONE) mode before setting white
balance. (੬ pg. 36)
Playback
Playback cannot be performed.
● Recording medium is not selected properly.
HSelect the recording medium. (੬ pg. 21, 48, 49)
● Playback starts, but there is no picture on the
connected TV.
The black & white fader does not work.
mode is activated.
HTurn off the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone
(MONOTONE) mode. (੬ pg. 37)
HSet the TV's input mode or channel appropriate
for video playback.
The same image is displayed for a long time
during video playback, or motion is choppy.
● If the surface of the SD card is damaged, it makes
difficult to read data and these phenomena will
appear. This camera will make all possible efforts
to read data, but when such a state continues for
some time, and further playback is impossible, it
will stop automatically.
The image looks like the shutter speed is too
slow.
● When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes
highly sensitive to light when [GAIN UP] is set to
[ON].
HIf you want the lighting to look more natural, set
[GAIN UP] to [OFF]. (੬ pg. 50)
images is slow.
● The continuous shooting speed will drop when
repeatedly making continuous shots, when using
certain recording medium, or under certain
recording conditions. (੬ pg. 28)
the PC, on condition that there is no data on the
hard disk of the camera.
Advanced features
The focus does not adjust automatically.
● Focus is set to the manual mode.
HSet focus to the automatic mode. (੬ pg. 33)
● The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.
HClean the lens and check the focus again.
(੬ pg. 57)
The colour of the image looks strange.
● The light source or the subject does not include
white. Or there are various different light sources
behind the subject.
HTry manual white balance adjustment. (੬ pg. 34)
The recorded image is too dark.
● Shooting was performed under backlit conditions.
HTry backlight compensation (੬ pg. 31) or manual
exposure. (੬ pg. 32)
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Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or
whitish.
Other problems
become dark due to the characteristics of the
LCD monitor. This is not a malfunction.
HAdjust the brightness and angle of the LCD
monitor. (੬ pg. 9, 19, 49)
the end of its service life, images on the LCD
monitor become dark.
The power/charge lamp on the camera does
not light during charging.
● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely
high/low temperatures.
charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to
35°C. (੬ pg. 58)
The data process is too slow after the power
is switched on or the mode is changed.
● There is a large number of still images (approx.
1,000 or more) stored in the recording medium.
HCopy the stored files to a PC, and delete them
from the recording medium.
HConsult your nearest JVC dealer.
Coloured bright spots appear all over the
LCD monitor.
● The LCD monitor is made with high precision
technology. However, black spots or bright spots
of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly
on the LCD monitor. These spots are not
recorded on the picture. This is not due to any
defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than
99.99 %)
[SET DATE/TIME!] appears.
● The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is
discharged.
● The previously set date/time is erased.
HConnect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC
adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock's
lithium battery. Then set the date/time. (੬ pg. 18)
The SD card cannot be removed from the
camera.
HPush in the SD card a few more times. (੬ pg. 20)
Files cannot be deleted.
● Files are protected.
HRemove protection from the files and delete them.
(੬ pg. 38, 50)
Picture does not appear on the LCD monitor.
● The LCD monitor's brightness setting is too dark.
HAdjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.
(੬ pg. 19, 49)
When the image is printed from the printer, a
black bar appears at the bottom of the
screen.
● This is not a malfunction.
HBy recording with DIS activated, this can be
avoided. (੬ pg. 50)
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CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION
SWITCH
Appears when you attempt recording when the
“LOCK” position. (੬ pg. 20)
Warning Indications
The following indications appear on the screen.
(Battery indicator)
Displays the battery remaining power.
NO VIDEO FILES STORED!
Appears if there are no video files when you
attempt video playback.
Remaining power level
NO IMAGE FILES STORED!
High
Exhausted
Appears if there are no still image files when you
attempt still image playback.
● As the battery power comes close to nil, the
battery indicator blinks. When the battery power
is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
CLOSE COVER
Appears when the SD card cover is opened
during file copy/move operation. (੬ pg. 41)
SET DATE/TIME!
● Appears when the date/time is not set. (੬ pg. 18)
● Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is
discharged and the previously set date/time is
erased. (੬ pg. 18)
NO MEMORY CARD
Appears when the SD card is not inserted to the
SD slot for file copy/move operation. (੬ pg. 41)
LENS CAP
NO SUPPORTED FILES
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on
Appears when there is no JPEG (still image)
files to be copied or moved in recording media.
(੬ pg. 41)
with the power switch set to
attached or when it is dark.
, if the lens cap is
PLEASE INSERT MEMORY CARD!
Appears when no SD card is inserted in the SD
slot. (੬ pg. 20)
NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW
Appears when the number of folders exceeds
the limit for file copy/move operation.
HARD DISK DRIVE IS NOT FORMATTED
Appears when the built-in hard disk needs to be
formatted.
MEMORY CARD ERROR! REINSERT CARD
Appears when the camera does not recognise
insert it again or replace with another card.
(੬ pg. 20)
THIS CARD IS NOT FORMATTED
Appears when an unformatted SD card is
inserted.
HARD DISK DRIVE IS FULL
Appears when the built-in hard disk is full and
recording is not possible.
FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE PROBLEM.
FORMAT IS RECOMMENDED AFTER
COPYING WANTED DATA.
The file system of the recording medium may
have a problem. It is recommended to copy the
data for backup, then format the medium.
(੬ pg. 20)
MEMORY IS FULL
Appears when the SD card is full and recording
is not possible.
HDD ERROR!
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS BROKEN. TO
RECORD/PLAYBACK VIDEO, RECOVERY IS
REQUIRED. RECOVER?
The video management file is broken. Recovery
is required to record or play back video files.
MEMORY CARD ERROR!
Appears when some errors occured with the
recording media.
● Remove the card once and insert it again. If
the error is not cancelled, replace the card with
one that has been guaranteed for correct
operation. (੬ pg. 20, 62)
● Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the
recording media. (੬ pg. 40)
Press
/
to select [YES], then press 49 to
recover the video management file. If the
desired video file is not displayed on the video
index screen in spite of the file recovery, the file
is moved to the [EXTMOV] folder. Press the
recording start/stop button on the index screen
to display [MPG], and then select the desired
file.
● It is recommended to run check disk regularly
on the PC, on condition that there is no data on
the hard disk of the camera.
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REFERENCES
EN
56
NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE
VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MPEG
FOLDER
The data cannot be recorded properly, or the
video management file is deleted or not found.
Video files have been moved to MPEG
(EXTMOV) folder. (੬ pg. 22)
RECORDING FAILURE
● Performance of recording medium is poor. Use
the Cleanup function [CLEAN UP] in the menu.
(੬ pg. 40, 49)
● The writing speed of recording medium is slow,
or the recording medium is corrupted. Use the
recording medium to which the operation is
guaranteed. See page 62 for the guaranteed
media to work with this camera.
PLAY LIST’S MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
IS BROKEN. REMAKE PLAY LIST AGAIN.
The management information of play list is
broken. Create the play list again. (੬ pg. 42)
● The recording medium was subjected to
vibrations or jolts. Be careful not to subject the
recording medium to vibrations or jolts.
NO REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAY LIST.
SOME OF SCENES MAY NOT BE PLAYED
BACK.
The video files registered in the play list do not
exist. Some of the scenes may not be played
back.
RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON
THE MEMORY CARD
The data may not be recorded on the recording
medium correctly. Try recording again.
Otherwise, clean up the recording medium.
(੬ pg. 40, 49)
REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAY LIST IS
EMPTY. THIS PLAY LIST WILL BE DELETED.
There is no scenes registered in the play list.
The play list will be deleted.
MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE PLAYED BACK
CORRECTLY
The recording medium cannot be played back
correctly. Try playback again.
CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS GOING UP.
TURN CAMERA OFF, PLEASE WAIT.
The temperature of the camera is too high. Turn
off the power, then wait for a while.
CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE
The operation is not available in the video mode.
DROP DETECTION WORKED AND THE
POWER IS TURNED OFF
The drop detection function operated, and the
power was turned off. The file that was being
recorded may have been saved into the
[EXTMOV] folder. (੬ pg. 22)
CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS TOO LOW.
KEEP CAMERA POWER ON, PLEASE WAIT.
The temperature of the camera is too low. Keep
the power on and wait for a while.
REFERENCES
EN
57
Cleaning the Camera
Cautions
Battery Packs
Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove
the battery pack and AC adapter.
The supplied battery
pack is a lithium-ion
battery. Before using
the supplied battery
pack or an optional
battery pack, be
Terminals
To clean the exterior
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in
diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off
heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.
To clean the LCD monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the monitor.
sure to read the
following cautions:
● To avoid hazards
...do not burn.
To clean the lens
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
...do not short-circuit the terminals. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
...do not modify or disassemble.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as
benzine or alcohol.
...do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery to
overheat, explode or catch fire.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
...use only specified chargers.
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REFERENCES
EN
58
● To prevent damage and prolong service life
...do not subject to unnecessary shock.
...charge in an environment where temperatures are
within the tolerances shown in the chart below.
This is a chemical reaction type battery — cooler
temperatures impede chemical reaction, while
warmer temperatures can prevent complete
charging.
Recording Medium
● Be sure to follow the guidelines below to
prevent corruption or damage to your
recorded data.
• Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
• Do not splash the recording medium with water.
• Do not use, replace, or store the recording
medium in locations that are exposed to strong
static electricity or electrical noise.
...store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to
high temperatures will increase natural discharge
and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
every 6 months when storing the battery pack over
a long period time.
...remove from charger or powered unit when not in
use, as some machines use current even when
switched off.
• Do not turn off the camera power or remove the
battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback,
or when otherwise accessing the recording
medium.
• Do not bring the recording medium near objects
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit
strong electromagnetic waves.
• Do not store the recording medium in locations
with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not touch the metal parts.
● Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC
shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It
is recommended that you copy the data
from your PC to DVD or other media for
storage.)
NOTES:
● It is recommended that only genuine JVC
batteries are used in this camera. Using generic
non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the
internal charging circuitry.
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature range specifications
Charging: 10°C to 35°C
Operation: 0°C to 40°C
Storage: –20°C to 50°C
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
● A malfunction may cause the recording
medium to fail to operate properly. JVC
shall not provide any compensation for any
lost contents.
takes.
LCD Monitor
● To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT
...push it strongly or apply any shocks.
...place the camera with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
● To prolong service life
...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
● Be aware of the following phenomena for
LCD monitor use. These are not
malfunctions.
...While using the camera, the surface around the
LCD monitor may heat up.
...If you leave power on for a long time, the surface
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
REFERENCES
EN
59
Main Unit
How to Handle a CD-ROM
● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write
anything or put a sticker on either the front or back
surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it
with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole.
● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning
spray.
● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
● For safety, DO NOT
...open the camera’s chassis.
...disassemble or modify the unit.
...short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.
...allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
...remove the battery pack or disconnect the power
supply while the power is on.
...leave the battery pack attached when the camera
is not in use.
● Avoid using the unit
...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
...in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
cooking stove.
Serious malfunctioning
...in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
...near a television set.
...near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC
dealer.
When requesting repairs for malfunctioning by
your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to
bring your camera together with the recording
medium. If one of them is not included, the
cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair
cannot be made properly.
...in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) or
extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
● DO NOT leave the unit
...in places of over 50°C.
...in places where humidity is extremely low (below
35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
...in direct sunlight.
...in a closed car in summer.
...near a heater.
● To protect the unit, DO NOT
...allow it to become wet.
...drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
...subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
...keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects
for long periods.
...expose the lens to direct sunlight.
...swing it excessively when using the hand strap.
...swing the soft camera case excessively when the
camera is inside it.
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from
a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly. In such cases, first
disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack,
AC adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and
then re-connect it and proceed as usual from
the beginning.
REFERENCES
EN
60
Lens
Specifications
GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK:
F 1.2 to 2.8, f = 3.0 mm to 45 mm, 15:1 power
zoom lens
GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK:
F 1.8 to 3.2, f = 2.2 mm to 50 mm, 25:1 power
zoom lens
Filter diameter
GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK:
ø30.5 mm
GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK:
ø27 mm
LCD monitor
2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active
matrix system
Speaker
Camera
For general
Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
Approx. 4.5 (4.8)* W
* When using the LED light
Dimensions (W x H x D)
67 mm x 70 mm x 109 mm
Weight
Approx. 320 g
(without battery, lens cap and strap)
Approx. 380 g
(incl. battery, lens cap and strap)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C
Monaural
LED light
Within 1.5 m (recommended shooting distance)
Operating humidity
35% to 80%
Storage temperature
–20°C to 50°C
Pickup
GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK:
1/4.5" (1,330,000 pixels) CCD
GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK:
1/6" (800,000 pixels) CCD
REFERENCES
EN
61
AC Adapter
For video/audio
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Format
SD-VIDEO
Output
DC 11 V
Recording/Playback format
Video: MPEG-2
, 1 A
Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Signal format
Remote Control
PAL standard
Power supply
DC 3 V
Battery life
Recording mode (video)
ULTRA FINE: 720 x 576 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (CBR)
FINE:
NORMAL:
720 x 576 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (CBR)
720 x 576 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)
Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency in
use)
Operating distance
ECONOMY: 352 x 288 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)
Recording mode (audio)
ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
Within 5 m
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (W x H x D)
45 mm x 11 mm x 105 mm
Weight
FINE:
NORMAL:
48 kHz, 384 kbps
48 kHz, 256 kbps
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps
For still image
Approx. 40 g
(incl. battery)
Format
JPEG
Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
Image size
GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK:
3 modes (1152 x 864 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480)
GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK:
Only 1 mode (640 x 480)
Picture quality
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
For connectors
AV
S-Video output:
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue,
stereo
USB
Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0 compliant
REFERENCES
EN
62
Recording Time and Number of Images
: Approximate recording time (for video)
(The numbers indicate “minutes”.)
The tables below show the approximate
recording time and number of storable images.
The number increases or decreases depending
on the conditions such as image size and/or
picture quality. The first column in the table
indicates the conditions.
● Built-in hard disk
GZ-MG50E/EK GZ-MG40E/EK
Quality
GZ-MG30E/EK GZ-MG20E/EK
ULTRA FINE
FINE
430
640
290
430
8 Compatible recording media
The following SD cards have been guaranteed
to work with this camera. Others are not
guaranteed to work, so buy such products with
caution.
NORMAL
ECONOMY
850
570
2250
1500
SD memory cards: By Panasonic, TOSHIBA,
pqi (still image only) and SanDisk
● SD card
128
MB
256
MB
512
MB
● If other media are used, they may fail to record
data correctly, or they may lose data that has
already been recorded.
● MultiMediaCards are not supported.
● For video recording, use a high-speed SD
memory card (at least 10 MB/s).
Quality
1 GB
ULTRA FINE
FINE
1
3
5
7
14
21
27
73
2
10
14
37
NORMAL
ECONOMY
3
6
8
18
REFERENCES
EN
63
● SD card
Image size/
: Approximate number of storable images
(for still image)
128
MB
256
MB
512
MB
1 GB
quality
● Built-in hard disk
640 x 480/
Image size/
quality
GZ-MG50E/EK GZ-MG40E/EK
GZ-MG30E/EK GZ-MG20E/EK
770 1555 3140 6040
1100 2225 4490 8635
FINE
640 x 480/
STANDARD
640 x 480/
FINE
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
1024 x 768/
FINE*
640 x 480/
STANDARD
320
645 1305 2515
1024 x 768/
STANDARD*
1024 x 768/
FINE*
350 1110 2240 4315
1152 x 864/
FINE*
1024 x 768/
STANDARD*
215
350
440
895 1725
1152 x 864/
STANDARD*
1152 x 864/
FINE*
705 1425 2745
* For GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK only.
1152 x 864/
STANDARD*
* For GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK only.
A
M
AC Adapter ....................................................... 16 Manual Exposure ........................................ 32, 33
B
O
Battery Pack ..................................................... 14
Brightness Control ....................................... 19, 49 Operation Sound ............................................... 48
C
P
Changing The Menu Settings ...................... 48 – 51 Picture Quality ............................................ 50, 51
Charging The Battery Pack ................................. 14 Play List ............................................. 42 – 45, 50
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium .................. 40, 49 Power-Linked Operation ..................................... 17
Connection to a TV or VCR ................................. 26 Program AE ...................................................... 36
Continuous Shooting .......................................... 28 Protecting Files ........................................... 38, 50
Copying/Moving Still Image Files .................... 41, 49
R
D
Data Battery ..................................................... 16 Resetting The File Number ............................ 42, 49
Date/Time Settings ............................................ 18
Slide Show ....................................................... 29
Slow Motion Playback ........................................ 25
Speaker Volume ................................................ 24
Spot Exposure Control ....................................... 31
Deleting Files .................................................... 39
Demonstration Mode .......................................... 48
DPOF Print Setting (Digital Print Order Format) ...... 46
Drop Detection .................................................. 49
Dubbing ..................................................... 26, 45
E
T
Effect ......................................................... 36, 37
Tele Macro ................................................. 50, 51
Tripod Mounting ................................................ 19
F
File Information ................................................. 38 Troubleshooting ................................................ 52
Formatting a Recording Medium .................... 20, 49
W
G
Warning Indications ........................................... 55
Gain Up ........................................................... 50 White Balance ................................................... 34
Wide Mode ....................................................... 50
I
Wind Cut .......................................................... 50
Image Rotation .................................................. 30
Image Size ....................................................... 51
Index Screen .............................................. 24, 29
Wipe or Fader Effects ......................................... 37
Z
Zooming ................................... 23, 25, 28, 30, 50
L
Language Setting ........................................ 18, 49
LCD Monitor ........................................... 9, 12, 58
LED Light ......................................................... 31
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© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
EK
ENGLISH
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND
USB CONNECTION GUIDE
EN
LYT1473-001A
.
THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL
PHOTO NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC.
Contents
Notice for Users ............................................... 6
®
®
Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium
®
(Windows ) ................................................ 14
The right to use the Program is granted by Victor
Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only
on the condition that You agree to the following.
®
Copying Files to the PC (Windows ) ............. 16
Playing Back Files on the PC (Windows ) .... 17
Disconnecting the USB cable (Windows ) .... 17
User’s Guide/Help/Readme (Windows ) ....... 18
Backing Up Video files (Windows ) ............... 19
Playing Back Copied Video (Windows ) ....... 20
How To Create DVDs simply (Windows ) ..... 21
Creating a DVD with Titles (Windows ) ........ 23
Software Installation (Macintosh) ................... 26
Connections (Macintosh) ............................... 28
Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium
(Macintosh) ................................................ 28
Copying Files to the PC (Macintosh) ............. 30
Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh) .... 30
Help/Readme (Macintosh) ............................. 31
File Combination (Macintosh) ........................ 31
File Trimming (Macintosh) ............................. 33
®
®
Should You not agree to the terms hereof, You
may not install or use the Program. HOWEVER,
INSTALLING OR USING THE PROGRAM
INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
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®
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1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP
You acknowledge that all copyrights and other
intellectual property rights in the Program are
owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain
vested in JVC and such licensor. The
Program is protected under the copyright law
of Japan and other countries, and related
Conventions.
2 GRANT OF LICENSE
(1) Subject to the conditions of this
Agreement, JVC grants to You a non-
exclusive right to use the Program. You
may install and use the Program on a
HDD or other storage devices
incorporated in Your PC.
(2) You may make one (1) copy of the
Program solely for your personal backup
or archival purposes.
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3 RESTRICTION ON THE PROGRAM
(1) You may not reverse engineer, decompile,
disassemble, revise or modify the
Program, except to the extent that
expressly permitted by applicable law.
(2) You may not copy or use the Program, in
whole or in part, other than as expressly
specified in this Agreement.
5 LIMITED LIABILITY
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL
JVC AND ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
WHATSOEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE
FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN
(3) You have no right to grant a license to use
the Program, and may not distribute, rent,
lease or transfer the Program to any third
party or otherwise let them use the
Program.
CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE
THE PROGRAM, EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES. YOU WILL INDEMNIFY AND
HOLD HARMLESS JVC FROM ANY LOSS,
LIABILITY OR COST ARISING OUT OF OR
IN ANY WAY CONNECTED TO CLAIMS
FROM ANY THIRD PARTY RELATING TO
THE USE OF THE PROGRAM.
4 LIMITED WARRANTY
JVC warrants that any media in which the
Program is embodied are free from any
defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of thirty (30) days from the date of Your
purchasing any our products accompanying
the Program. JVC’s entire liability and your
exclusive remedy in connection with the
Program shall be replacement of such
defective media. EXCEPT FOR THE
EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED HEREIN
AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, JVC AND ITS
6 TERM
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.
LICENSORS DISCLAIM ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN REGARD TO
THE PROGRAM AND THE
ACCOMPANYING PRINTED MATERIALS.
SHOULD THERE BE ANY PROBLEM
ARISING FROM OR CAUSED BY THE
PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLE ALL
SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST
AND EXPENSE.
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7 EXPORT CONTROL
9 GENERAL
(1) No modification, change, addition, deletion
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.
or other alternation of or to this Agreement
will be valid unless reduced to writing and
signed by an authorized representative of
JVC.
(2) If any part of this Agreement is held invalid
by or in conflict with any law having
jurisdiction over this Agreement, the
remaining provisions will remain in full
force and effect.
(3) This Agreement shall be governed by and
interpreted under the laws of Japan. The
Tokyo District Court has jurisdiction over
all disputes which may arise with respect
to the execution, interpretation and
performance of this Agreement.
8 U.S. GOVERNMENT USER
If You are an agency of the United States of
America (the “Government”), You
acknowledge JVC’s representation that the
Program is a “Commercial Item” as defined in
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part
2.101 (g) consisting unpublished “Commercial
Computer Software” as those items are used
at FAR part 12.212 and is only licensed to You
with the same use rights JVC grants all
commercial end users pursuant to the terms
of this Agreement.
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.
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How to handle a CD-ROM
CAUTION:
● 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.
● Operate this equipment according to the
operating procedures described in this manual.
● Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any
other CD-ROM to run this software.
● Do not attempt to modify this software.
● Changes or modifications not approved by JVC
could void user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or
cleaning spray.
● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
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
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Notice for Users
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.
JVC
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the
JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html), please
fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready.
Product Name
Model
Problem
Error Message
Manufacturer
Model
□ Desktop
□ Laptop
CPU
PC
OS
Memory
MB
MB
Available Hard Disk Space
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject
matter.
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding
specifications or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.
CyberLink
For details of CyberLink’s technical support service, refer to the “Readme” of each software or the
®
following list. To access “Readme”, refer to “User’s Guide/Help/Readme (Windows )” (੬ pg. 18).
Phone #
Fax #
Region
Location
Web
Language
+49-700-462-92375
+49-241-70525-25
Germany
(aixTeMa)
German / French /
English
Europe 1
support.gocyberlink.com
Europe area
other than
Germany
Europe 2
support.gocyberlink.com
English
+1-510-668-0118
US/Canada
US
support.gocyberlink.com
www.gocyberlink.co.kr
English
Korean
+82-31-716-8386
+82-31-718-5173
+886-2-8667-1298
+886-2-8667-1300
+61-7-3870-4900
Asia &
Pacific 1
South Korea
Taiwan
support.cyberlink.com.tw
support.gocyberlink.com
Asia &
Pacific 2
Mandarin / English
Australia & New
Zealand
(Manacom)
Asia &
Pacific 3
support.gocyberlink.com
English
+61-7-3870-9440
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PIXELA
For technical inquiries, please contact the PIXELA User Support Center in your region.
Region
North America
Europe
Location
Los Angeles
U.K.
Phone #
+1-213-341-0163
+44-1489-564-764
+63-2-438-0090
Asia
Philippines
Please check the PIXELA website for latest information and downloading.
http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/index.html
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System Requirements
®
Windows
8 Digital Photo Navigator
The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camera to a PC and to use Digital Photo
Navigator.
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OS
: Windows 2000 Professional SP4 [2000] (pre-installed),
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Windows XP Home Edition [XP] (pre-installed),
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or Windows XP Professional [XP] (pre-installed)
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CPU
: Intel Pentium III, at least 700 MHz
: At least 128 MB
RAM
Free hard disk space
Connector
Display
: At least 10 MB for installation, at least 500 MB recommended
: USB 2.0 connector
: Must be capable of displaying 800 x 600 dots with 16-bit color
: Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
Miscellaneous
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8 CyberLink DVD Solution
The following requirements must be satisfied to use CyberLink DVD Solution.
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OS
: Windows 2000 Professional SP4 [2000] (pre-installed),
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Windows XP Home Edition [XP] (pre-installed),
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or Windows XP Professional [XP] (pre-installed)
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CPU
: Intel Pentium III, at least 700 MHz
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(Intel Pentium 4, at least 2 GHz recommended)
RAM
: At least 128 MB (at least 256 MB recommended)
Free hard disk space
: At least 350 MB for installation
For creating DVD Video, at least 10 GB recommended
For creating VCD, at least 1 GB recommended
Connector
Display
: USB 2.0 connector
: Must be capable of displaying 1024 x 600 dots
Miscellaneous
: Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
DirectX 9.0 or later
DirectX is necessary so that CyberLink DVD Solution works
properly and it is automatically installed during CyberLink DVD
Solution installation.
Supported media
: DVD-Video: DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW
DVD-VR: DVD-RW, DVD-RAM
DVD+VR: DVD+RW
VideoCD: CD-R/RW
For the compatible DVD/CD burners, refer to CyberLink web
site: http://www.gocyberlink.com/english/products/powerproducer/
2_gold/comp_dvd_drives.jsp
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Macintosh
8 Capty MPEG Edit EX
The following requirements must be satisfied to use Capty MPEG Edit EX.
Hardware
: iMac G4, iMac G5, iBook G4, Power Mac G5, PowerBook G4, eMac,
Mac Mini
OS
: Mac OS X (v10.2.8, v10.3.1 to v10.3.9)
: At least PowerPC G4/800 MHz or more
: At least 128 MB (at least 256 MB recommended)
: At least 30 MB for installation
CPU
RAM
Free hard disk space
Connector
Display
: Must be standard equipped with USB 2.0 connector
: Must be capable of displaying 1024 x 768 dots with full color
: QuickTime 6.5 or later
Miscellaneous
● The system requirements information above is not a guarantee that the provided software will work
on all personal computers meeting those requirements.
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● Windows is either registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
● Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
● Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
● If your PC does not meet the system requirements above, you can use the optional USB reader/
writer CU-VUSD70, the PC card adapter CU-VPSD60 or the floppy disk adapter CU-VFSD50 to
load the files in the memory card to the hard disk on your PC.
(Refer to “JVC Accessories” on our world web site at: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/accessory/)
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1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen appears.
● From the [SETUP] screen, you can install the
desired software.
● If the [SETUP] screen does not appear, double-
click the CD-ROM icon in the [My Computer]
window.
Software Installation (Windows®)
Follow the procedure described below to install
the software. From the [SETUP] screen in step 2,
you can install the following drivers or software.
Before start installing, quit any other software you
are using. (Check that there are no other
application icons on the status bar.)
2 Click [Install] on the right side of the
desired software and follow the on screen
instructions to complete the installation.
The installation of the selected software starts.
The procedure differs depending on the software.
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5
This application is used to organize still images
and convert them into a variety of formats.
CyberLink DVD Solution
PowerProducer 2 Gold NE
PowerProducer 2 Gold NE is software for
creating movie discs incorporating not only video
but also slideshows. This software uses a simple
wizard format for creating a wide range of
different format discs. You can also edit imported
video. You can import video from the camera, edit
it, and then create a slideshow from still images.
You can create a customized menu for the video
or slideshow and write the contents to DVD or
other media.
Following steps are the example of CyberLink
DVD Solution.
3 Click [Install] on the right side of
[CyberLink DVD Solution] on the [SETUP]
screen.
PowerDirector Express NE
PowerDirector Express NE is software for easily
editing MPEG, AVI, and other video files, still
images, and other contents for creating a movie.
This software has an interface that allows editing
in either timeline or storyboard mode, maintains
superior image quality, uses SVRT for high-speed
rendering, and has a host of other advanced
video editing features.
[Choose Setup Language] screen appears.
4 Select the desired language and click [OK].
PowerDVD 5 NE
PowerDVD 5 NE is software for playing back
DVD-Video and video files.
The [CyberLink DVD Solution Setup] screen in
step 5 appears.
● If [Information] screen for Windows Messenger
appears, refer to page 13.
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5 Click [Next].
8 Click [Next].
[License Agreement] screen appears.
[Setup Type] screen appears.
6 Click [Yes].
9 Select the program(s) you want to install,
then click [Next].
[Customer Information] screen appears.
[Setup Status] screen appears. Wait for a
moment until the installation is finished and
[Setup Complete] screen appears.
7 Confirm your information and click [Next].
● It is possible to change the information.
10 Click [Finish] then restart the PC.
Install all of the desired software in the same
way.
To display [SETUP] screen, double-click the CD-
ROM icon in the [My Computer] window.
[Choose Destination Location] screen appears.
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NOTES:
Connections (Windows®)
● If PowerDirector/PowerProducer/PowerDVD have
already been installed on the PC, uninstall them
before installing the provided software.
Video files captured with this camera can only be
handled on the provided software. Please install
and use the provided software (PowerDirector
Express NE, PowerProducer 2 Gold NE,
PowerDVD 5 NE).
Connecting the USB cable
Connect the USB cable to copy still images and
video files in a recording medium to the PC.
PC
● If you perform installation of a software that is
already installed, uninstallation will start. In this
case, perform the installation again after
uninstallation is finished.
● Windows Messenger has to been closed during
CyberLink DVD Solution installation. If it is running
during installation, [Information] screen appears.
To USB connector
Camera
USB cable
To close Windows Messenger:
To USB connector
1) While holding [Ctrl + Alt] key, click [Delete]
key so that [Task Manager] appears.
1 To assure safety, make sure all units are
2) Click [Processes] tab.
3) Select [msmsgs.exe].
4) Click [End process].
turned off before making any connections.
2 Use the USB cable to connect the camera
to the PC.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack.
● When the USB cable is connected, turning on or off
the camera causes malfunctions of the PC.
● Connect the camera directly to the PC, not through
the hub.
● Do not use an extension USB cable.
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When using Windows 2000:
Viewing the Contents of a Recording
Medium (Windows®)
1 Double-click
the [My
Computer] icon
on the desktop.
The [Removable
Disk] icon which
represents the
recording
medium in the
the SD card is in the camera, two [Removable
Disk] icons appear. Check the contents in each
recording medium.
1 If you want to view the contents in the SD
Memory Card, make sure that the card is set
in the camera.
2 Set the camera’s power switch to the
playback mode while pressing down the lock
button located on the switch.
The camera turns on.
3 Connect the camera to the PC with a USB
cable. (੬ pg. 13)
On the camera’s LCD monitor [USB
MASSSTORAGE] appears.
2 Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon.
5 The folders in the recording medium
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4 When using Windows XP:
appear.
The [Removable Disk]
window appears on
the PC’s screen after
a moment.
Different file types are stored in different folders.
Select [Open folders
to view files using
Windows Explorer]
and click [OK].
NOTE:
If the [Removable Disk]
window does not
appear, confirm the connection (੬ pg. 13) or
perform the steps 1 and 2 .
Video files
DPOF setting data
Still images
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Folder structure within the recording medium
Video files: Stored in the [PRGxxx] folder (where
xxx is a number), within the [SD_VIDEO] folder.
Still image files: Stored in the [xxxJVCSO] folder
(where xxx is a number), within the [DCIM] folder.
NOTES:
● Any folders or files other than those described
above are also recorded in the recording medium.
● Saving the wrong kinds of files in a recording
medium or deleting files or folders from a recording
medium can cause problems with the operation of
the camera. When it is necessary to delete a file
from a recording medium, delete it through the
camera. Also, do not move or rename folders and
files within the medium on PC.
Recording
medium
[DCIM]
[100JVCSO]
[101JVCSO]
[102JVCSO]
● Never disconnect the USB cable while the
ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks.
● If you are using a brand new SD card, you need to
format it with the camera first. You may not be able
to copy files from the SD card to the PC without
doing so.
[SD_VIDEO]
[MGR_INFO]
[PRG001]
[PRG001.PGI]
[MOV001.MOD]
[MOV001.MOI]
[PRG002]
[PRG003]
● The file extension may not appear depending on
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the [FOLDER] option setting of Windows .
How to play back video files from the [EXTMOV]
folder on the camera
On the index display of video files, press the
recording start/stop button to display "MPG" on
the screen. After that, follow the usual operation
for playback. However, playlist functions are not
available.
[EXTMOV]
MOD_00
.
1 MOD
MOD_002.
MOD
MOD_00
.
3 MOD
[DCIM]: Contains folders with still images (JPEG)
(extension “.jpg”)
[SD_VIDEO]: Contains folders with video
(MPEG2) files (extension “.mod”)
[EXTMOV]: Contains video (MPEG2) files which
are not recorded or saved properly (extension
“.mod”)
[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF setting data
A Still image file folder
B Management information for the media as a
whole
C Management information
D Video file
E Management information for the video file
F Video file that failed to be produced by an
accident such as when dropped
* Management information: Information such as the
date and time of recording, recorded with the video
file.
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NOTES:
Copying Files to the PC (Windows®)
● Never disconnect the USB cable while the
ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks.
● File transfer takes considerable time in PCs. Usage
of a PC that supports USB 2.0 is required.
Still images and video files that are stored in a
recording medium can be copied to the PC and
played back on the PC.
1 Perform the procedure in “Viewing the
Contents of a Recording Medium
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(Windows )” (੬ pg. 14).
The folders in the recording medium appear.
2 Create a new folder, enter the folder name,
and then double-click it.
For example, create a new folder in the [My
Pictures] folder.
3 Select the folder to be copied, and then
drag and drop that folder in the destination
folder.
To copy still images: Copy the folder within the
[DCIM] folder.
To copy video files: Copy the folder within the
[SD_VIDEO] folder.
● The ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks,
and the folder is copied from the recording medium
to the PC.
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Disconnecting the USB cable
(Windows®)
Playing Back Files on the PC
(Windows®)
Before loading or unloading recording mediums
or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB
cable and turn off the camera.
Still images
Use an application that can handle the JPEG file
format.
To view a still image, double-click the still image
file (extension “.jpg”).
1 Confirm that the ACCESS lamp on the
camera does not light or blink.
● If the ACCESS lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is
turned off before proceeding.
Video files
Use the PowerDVD 5 NE.
2 Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware]
or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the
status bar.
You can install this software from the provided
CD-ROM. For more details of PowerDVD 5 NE,
refer to “Playing Back Copied Video
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(Windows )”. (੬ pg. 20)
NOTE:
The [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or
Eject Hardware] dialog box appears.
Windows XP: If not, wait a while then go to
When playing back a file in the recording medium on
your PC, copy the file to your PC, and then play it
back. If video file is played back directly from
recording medium (i.e. the camera is connected
through USB to your PC), it may be not played back
properly due to the inadequate processing speeds or
other problems.
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step 5.
3 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or [USB
Disk], and then click [Stop].
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4 Click [OK].
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User’s Guide/Help/Readme
(Windows®)
Windows 2000: If a message indicating that the
device can be safely removed appears, click [OK]
and then click [Close].
This manual only refers to software installation
and PC connection. For more details of each
software, refer to its User’s Guide/Help/Readme.
8 CyberLink DVD Solution
Following steps are the example of CyberLink
PowerDirector Express NE.
1 Click [Start], go to [All Programs] or
[Programs]– [CyberLink PowerDirector
Express], and then click User’s Guide/Help/
Readme depending on your preference.
* The model name depends on the connected
camera.
5 Disconnect the USB cable.
6 Set the camera’s power switch to off.
The camera turns off.
INFORMATION
The programs in CyberLink DVD Solution are
versions with limited functionality. The User's
Guide and Help files are written for the
commercial version available in stores. For
information about the differences with the
commercial version, see the Readme file or the
following web site: http://www2.cli.co.jp/
products/ne/ for the respective program.
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8 Digital Photo Navigator
Backing Up Video files (Windows®)
The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM in
PDF format. Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [My
Computer], then click [Open]. Double-click the
[Docs] folder, then double-click the [PhotoNavi]
folder. Open the "Start.pdf" file and click the
1 Set the camera to playback mode.
2 Connect the camera to the PC with the
USB cable.
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button of the desired language. Note that Adobe
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TM
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3 The message [USB MASSSTORAGE] is
displayed on the LCD screen.
When using
Acrobat Reader or Adobe Reader must be
installed to read PDF files.
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Adobe Reader can be loaded from Adobe’s
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web site: http://www.adobe.com/
Windows XP:
Select [Open folders
to view files using
Windows Explorer]
from the [Removable
Disk] screen on the
PC.
When using
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Windows Me/
2000
Select
[Removable
Disk] from the
[My Computer]
screen.
4 Create a new folder with a selected name
on the desktop.
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5 Copy the entire [SD_VIDEO] folder.
When returning folders backed up to the PC back
to the camera, be sure to first erase the
[SD_VIDEO] folder in the camera HDD before
copying the [SD_VIDEO] folder of the PC.
Playing Back Copied Video
(Windows®)
Creating play lists using multiple files and viewing
video
1 Click the bottom right of the operation
panel to create a playlist using multiple files.
Video files
2 Click [File Mode].
DPOF setting data
Still images
The video files can be selected in folder units.
Viewing the video for a single file
Drag and drop a MOD file over the PowerDVD
shortcut icon, PowerDVD 5 NE screen, or the
operation panel.
● The [EXTMOV] folder may contain dropped scenes
or video corrupted by the management folder due
to some cause. In this case, be sure to copy this
entire folder too.
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(Example of transition)
How To Create DVDs simply
(Windows®)
1 Start PowerDirector Express NE and click
[Load a media folder] of the import button,
then select the folder that you have copied to
PC to register it to the library.
3 Select [Produce a Disc], and then click
[Next].
2 Drag and drop the videos from the library
to the timeline/storyboard in the playback
order.
● If necessary, edit transition or title on the
timeline/storyboard. Click [Produce] button after
finish editing.
● Video in 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 aspect ratio
cannot be edited together.
● If a still image is inserted into video in 16:9
aspect ratio, the image must be squeeze
processed first by using the Digital Photo
Navigator.
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4 Select [DVD Format] and click [Next].
5 Click [Start] to create the file. After the
● If the video is [ULTRA FINE], [FINE], or
completion of video file creation,
[NORMAL], select [High Quality NTSC (or PAL) PowerProducer 2 Gold NE starts
DVD]. If the video is [ECONOMY], select [Long automatically.
Play NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. Encoding is not
performed on unedited video, and high-speed
processing is performed at the original image
quality.
● Insert a check mark for [Use SVRT to save
rendering time]. The minimum required
encoding is performed, and high-speed
processing is performed while keeping the
original image quality. Insert a check mark for
[After production, make disc in PowerProducer].
● If the image is in 16:9 aspect ratio, insert a
check mark for [Export 16:9 movie].
6 Load a blank DVD media into the
recordable DVD drive.
● When you watch DVDs on commercially
available DVD player, it is recommended to
burn to DVD-R.
7 Click []] in the [Import/Capture Content]
screen of PowerProducer 2 Gold NE.
● Check that you do not exceed the recordable
capacity of the DVD.
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8 Remove the check mark for [Include Menu]
Creating a DVD with Titles
(Windows®)
in the [Preview] screen, and then click []].
1 Connect the camera to the PC with the
USB cable, or remove the SD Memory Card
from the camera and connect it to the PC
using the card reader. Copy the video file
folder (ex. “PRG001”) in the recording
medium to the PC.
"SD_VIDEO" folder
9 Insert a check mark for [Burn to disc] in the
create the DVD-Video.
Check that you do not exceed the recordable
capacity of the DVD
“PRG001” folder
2 Start PowerDirector Express NE and click
[Load a media folder] of the import button,
then select the folder copied to PC in step 1
to register it to the library.
For more details for creating a DVDs, refer to
the User’s Guide of PowerDirector and
PowerProducer installed on the PC.
(੬ pg. 18)
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3 Drag and drop the videos from the library
to the timeline/storyboard in the playback
order.
4 Select [Create a File (Everio Series)], and
then select [Next].
● If necessary, edit transition or title on the
timeline/storyboard. Click [Produce] after finish
editing.
● Video in 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 aspect ratio
cannot be edited together.
● If a still image is inserted into video in 16:9
aspect ratio, the image must be squeeze
processed first by using the Digital Photo
Navigator.
5 Select the same mode as the recording
mode of the editing data, and then click
[Next].
● If using a video file with an aspect ratio of 16:9,
insert a check mark for [Export 16:9 movie]
(Select [ULTRA] if the recording mode is
unknown.) Note that a check mark cannot be
inserted for DVD+VR.
● Insert a check mark for [Use SVRT to save
rendering time]. The minimum required
encoding is performed, and high-speed
processing is performed while keeping the
original image quality. Insert a check mark for
[After production, make disc in PowerProducer].
● If the image is in 16:9 aspect ratio, insert a
check mark for [Export 16:9 movie].
(Example of transition)
NOTE:
Check that you do not exceed the recordable
capacity of the DVD.
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6 Click [Start]. 11Click [Open media files]. The file that was
This starts conversion of the edited file. The file is saved before is opened. Organize the files in
saved to the location displayed in the storage the order they will be played by checking
location. Before creating slideshows or titles on a them using the Preview or other method.
DVD that includes video in 16:9 aspect ratio, still
images must first undergo the squeeze process.
12Insert a check mark for [Include Menu].
7 Click [Home].
8 Load an unrecorded DVD media into the
DVD drive.
9 Start PowerProducer.
10 Select [DVD].
For the detail of the quality of the video, refer to
the following table.
PowerDirector
Express NE
PowerProducer 2
Gold NE
● The menu screens, menu titles, and background
music (BGM) can be changed. Use the additional
functions to change as you like, and then click []].
ULTRA FINE
FINE
HQ
XP
SP
EP
13Insert a check mark for [Burn to Disc],
and then click the [ ] button to create the
DVD video.
NORMAL
ECONOMY
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5 Click [Continue] on the Introduction
screen.
Read Me screen appears.
Software Installation (Macintosh)
Follow the procedure described below to install
the software.
Before start installing, quit any other software you
are using.
Capty MPEG Edit EX
This application is used to edit video files
(MPEG-2 format) and write them into QuickTime
and a variety of formats.
1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
6 Read the Important Information carefully
and click [Continue].
License screen appears.
Double click the CD-ROM icon.
2 Double-click the [Capty MPEG Edit EX for
Everio] folder in the CD-ROM.
3 Double-click the [Capty MPEG Edit EX.pkg]
icon.
7 Read the Software License Agreement
carefully and click [Continue].
4 Click [Continue] when you asked to
continue installing the software.
Introduction screen appears.
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8 Click [Agree] if you agree with the license
agreement.
Select a Destination screen appears.
11Enter the Macintosh Administrator name
and password in [Name] and [Password]
respectively, and click [OK].
Finish Up screen appears.
● If you are not the owner, this screen will not be
appeared.
9 Select the desitination volume and click
[Continue].
Installation Type screen appears.
12Click [Close] after you will confirm the
message that tells you the installation has
been completed.
10Click [Upgrade] if you perform a basic
installation of the software.
Authenticate screen appears.
13Click [Close] when the installation is
finished and eject the CD-ROM.
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Connections (Macintosh)
Viewing the Contents of a Recording
Medium (Macintosh)
Connect the USB cable to copy still images and
video files in a recording medium to the PC.
1 If you want to view the contents in the SD
Memory Card, make sure that the card is set
in the camera.
PC
2 Set the camera’s power switch to the
playback mode while pressing down the lock
button located on the switch.
3 Connect the camera to the PC with a USB
cable. (੬ pg. 28)
On the camera’s LCD monitor [USB
MASSSTORAGE] appears. The
To USB connector
Camera
recording medium icon appears on
the desktop.
USB cable
● The name of the recording medium
icon is “Untitled”, “Unlabeled” or “No name”. We
recommend that you name the icon to tell it
from the other removable disks or folders
● If the SD card is in the camera, two “No name”
icons appear. Check the contents in each
recording medium.
To USB connector
1 To assure safety, make sure all units are
turned off before making any connections.
2 Use the USB cable to connect the camera
to the PC.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the
power supply instead of the battery pack.
● When the USB cable is connected, turning on or off
the camera causes malfunctions of the PC.
● Connect the camera directly to the PC, not through
the hub.
● Do not use an extension USB cable.
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4 Double-click the memory card icon on the
desktop.
The folders in the recording medium appear.
NOTES:
● Any folders or files other than those described
above are also recorded in the recording medium.
● Saving the wrong kinds of files in a recording
medium or deleting files or folders from a recording
medium can cause problems with the operation of
the camera. When it is necessary to delete a file
from a recording medium, delete it through the
camera. Also, do not move or rename folders and
files within the medium on PC.
● Never disconnect the USB cable while the
ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks.
● If you are using a brand new SD card, you need to
format it with the camera first. You may not be able
to copy files from the SD cards to the PC without
doing so.
Video files
Still images
● If the video file is not recorded or saved properly,
the file is moved to [EXTMOV] folder with extension
“.mod”.
DPOF Setting data
Different file types are stored in different folders.
[DCIM]: Contains folders with still images
(extension “.jpg”)
[SD_VIDEO]: Contains folders with video
(MPEG2) files (extension “.mod”)
[EXTMOV]: Contains video (MPEG2) files that
failed to be produced by an accident
such as when dropped (extension
“.mod”)
[MISC]: Contains folders with DPOF setting
data
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Copying Files to the PC (Macintosh)
Disconnecting the USB cable
(Macintosh)
Still images and video files that are stored in
recording medium can be copied to the PC and
played back on the PC.
Before loading or unloading recording medium or
turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable
and turn off the camera.
1 Double-click the recording
medium icon on the desktop.
The folders in the recording medium
appear.
1 Drop the recording medium
icon on the desktop into the
[Trash] icon.
● If the confirmation message
appears, click [OK].
2 Create a new folder, enter the folder name,
and then double-click it.
3 Select the folder to be copied, and then
drag and drop that folder in the destination
folder.
2 Confirm that the ACCESS lamp
on the camera does not light or
blink.
● If the ACCESS lamp lights or blinks,
wait until it is turned off before
proceeding.
3 Disconnect the USB cable.
4 Set the camera’s power switch to off.
The camera turns off.
To copy still images: Copy the folder within the
[DCIM] folder.
To copy video files: Copy the folder within the
[SD_VIDEO] and [EXTMOV] folders.
● The ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks,
and the folder is copied from the recording medium
to the PC.
NOTE:
Never disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS
lamp on the camera lights or blinks.
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Help/Readme (Macintosh)
File Combination (Macintosh)
This manual only refers to software installation
and PC connection. For more details of the
software, refer to its Help/Readme.
Step1 Start Capty MPEG Edit EX.
1 Double click the [Macintosh HD] icon.
8 Capty MPEG Edit EX
1 Open the [Capty MPEG Edit EX for Everio]
folder in the [Applications] folder.
2 Open the [Applications] folder.
2 Double-click the [Capty MPEG Edit EX for
Everio] icon.
3 Open the [Capty MPEG Edit EX for Everio]
* You can drag and drop the selected video files into
the icon.
folder.
4 Double click the [Capty MPEG Edit EX for
Help
Everio] icon to start Capty MPEG Edit EX.
Select [Capty MPEG Edit EX Help] in the help
menu. The usage is described.
ReadMe
The file is in the [ReadMe] folder. Support
information and the limit are mentioned.
INFORMATION
For the exclusive URL for Everio, refer to PIXELA
web site: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/
index.html
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4 Click [Open] to import the file.
Step2 To combine two or more files,
they need to first be linked in File
Combination Mode. If the files will not be
combined, proceed to Step 6.
To switch to File Combination Mode, from the
Capty MPEG Edit EX menu,
1 Click [View].
2 Click [Combine Files].
5 The files are arranged in playback order in
the File Combination Mode window.
6 After the files are arranged, click [Create]
to create the file.
Clicking [Add] and selecting each file individually
will arrange the files in that order.
* When switching from Trimming Mode to File
Combination Mode, the data being edited will be
lost. Be sure to save it beforehand if necessary.
Step3 Opening file
1 Click [File] from the Capty MPEG Edit EX
menu bar.
2 Click [Add File].
● Use the default audio setting of [Dolby Digital] and
the bit rate. Change the bit rate according to the
video quality.
Quality
Bit rate
ULTRA FINE
FINE
384Kbps
384Kbps
256Kbps
128Kbps
3 Select the folder that was copied, and then
select the video file (extension MOD). To
select multiple video files at once, click to
select the files while holding down the
command key, [ ].
NORMAL
ECONOMY
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Step4 Select the file format.
Normally, select MPEG (system stream) format.
See Help for other file formats.
File Trimming (Macintosh)
Skip to Step9 if you do not edit video files.
1 Select the file format, and click [Execute].
Step5 Switching to Trimming Mode.
1 Click [View] from the Capty MPEG Edit EX
menu bar.
2 Click [Trimming].
2 Enter the file name to be saved to [Save
As].
* When switching from File Combination Mode to
Trimming Mode, the data being edited will be lost.
3 Select the storage location under Where.
4 Click [Save] to save the file.
Step6 Opening file.
1 Click [File] from the Capty MPEG Edit EX
menu bar.
2 Click [Load File].
The [Select File] screen appears.
● To edit the combine file, reopen the file that was
saved in [Trimming Mode], and then make the
editing changes.
3
3 Select the video file (extension MOD or,
MPG) and click [Open] to import the file.
● Multiple videos cannot be selected at the same
time. To combine multiple video files, start the
procedure from Step2.
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Step7 Editing
Step8 Saving
1 The point selected first in the trimming
range is displayed in the GOP list or frame
list. To edit in frame units, insert a check mark
to display the frame in the frame list.
1 Select the trimming range processing
method.
Delete trimming range
Deletes the trimming range and creates a new
file.
● Note that the scroll function will become slower.
2 Drag and drop the IN point in the trimming
range (point selected first) from the displayed
thumbnail to the IN Point preview box.
Combine range and create
Combines the multiple trimming ranges that were
set in the trimming list at the currently selected
locations. A single file is created.
3 Drag and drop the OUT point (point
selected last) in the trimming range from the
displayed thumbnail to the OUT Point preview
box.
Create individual ranges
4 When the selections in the range are
Individual files are created for each currently
selected range.
completed, click [Set].
● If necessary, repeat operations to set the trimming
range.
2 Select the file format.
● When creating DVD video using PIXELA’s
“CaptyDVD/VCD Ver. 2”, be sure to select MPEG
(system stream) format.
5 After editing is completed, click [Create].
3 Click [Execute] to create the file.
● Click arrows on the screen while pressing down the
shift key to set the Scroll Distance.
● For further details about the operations on the
4 Name the file and click [Save].
screen, refer to Help.
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Step9 Creating DVDs
PIXELA’s “CaptyDVD/VCD Ver. 2” is
recommended for creating DVDs.
From CaptyDVD/VCD Ver. 2,
● There is no image quality degradation due to
editing.
● Wide-screen video is supported.
● Video files in the Everio hard disk can be used
without conversion.
For more information, refer to PIXELA web site:
http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/
NOTES:
● MPEG files edited with the [Create a File (Everio
Series)] command through the Windows version of
CyberLink’s PowerDirector Express NE (in Normal
and Economy modes) cannot be imported.
● When multiple files selected simultaneously in File
Combination mode are imported, they may not
always be arranged in the recorded order or file
name order. To arrange them in order, import them
one file at a time.
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EN
Printed in Japan
0605FOH-AL-VP
© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
M5E3
ENGLISH
Read this first!
– How to handle the Hard Disk Camcorder –
Please read this together with the instruction manual before using
the camera.
8 Make a backup of important recorded data
Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to PC. It
is recommended to copy it from your PC to a DVD or other recording
media for storage. Refer to the software installation and USB
connection guide.
8 Make a trial run before recording important data
Play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have
been recorded correctly.
8 Check the compatible recording media
The following SD cards have been guaranteed to work with this
camera. Others are not guaranteed to work, so buy such products
with caution.
SD Memory Cards: By Panasonic, TOSHIBA, pqi (still image only)
and SanDisk
● If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or
they may lose data that has already been recorded.
● MultiMediaCards are not supported.
● For video recording, use a high-speed SD Memory Card (at least
10 MB/s).
8 Format recording medium before using
8 When this camera is connected to PC with the USB
cable
● The recording media become read-only.
● To maintain high performance of a recording medium, it is
recommended to perform check disks (error checks) using PC on
a regular basis. Make sure that there is no data in the hard disk
of the camera before running the check disk. Refer to the
instruction manual of your PC for check disks.
● When you delete the files in the [EXTMOV] folder, perform on the
PC by using commercially available SD Card Reader/Writer or
format a recording medium on the camera.
8 Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly
This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background
noise and interference can prevent it from operating correctly. If the
camera does not operate correctly, reset the camera. Refer to
“Troubleshooting” of the instruction manual.
8 If a problem occurs with the SD Memory Card, bring
the card together with the camera
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC
service center, be sure to bring your camera together with the SD
Memory Card. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be
diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.
Before using this camera, use the Format function [FORMAT] in the
menu to format the built-in hard disk or SD cards. Also, be sure to
format the newly-purchased SD cards with this camera before using
them.Thisenablesstablespeedsandoperationwhenaccessingthe
recording medium.
8 Take care to hold the camera correctly during
recording
Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo microphone and camera
sensorwithyourfingeroranyobjectwhilerecording.Referto“Index”
of the instruction manual.
8 When a certain length of time passes without
operation
● When using the battery, the power is turned off automatically to
conserve power. Use the power switch to turn on the power again.
● When using the AC adapter, the access lamp lights up, and the
LCD turns off (the camera enters the sleep mode). Operation is
restored once any operation is made.
After reading this sheet, store it together with the instruction
manual, and refer to it when necessary.
LYT1468-004A
0705FOH-AL-VP
(M5E3)
© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
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