EN GUIDEBOOK MEMORY CAMERA GZ-MS130U Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this memory camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the memory camera) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the memory camera below. Model No. Serial No.
Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 10.
Easy Start Guide Charge the battery before recording Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack. Access lamp Blinks: Accessing files Power/charge lamp Blinks: Charging goes out: Charging finished Do not remove the AC adapter, the battery pack or the SD card when the lamp is blinking. Open the cover Battery Pack The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) CAUTION Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder Q Open S Select [CLOCK SETTING] ENGLISH Date/Time Setting CLOCK ADJUST CLOCK SETTING AREA SETTING SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME Power Button SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME QUIT SET the city closest to the area where you use T Select the camcorder AREA SETTING LCD monitor R NOV.1.2009 04:55PM Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK. QUIT SET [ON] if daylight U Select saving time is effective.
Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Q Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode R S elect recording mode PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button. The auto recording indicator appears. [ 4 h 59 m ] 0 : 04 : 01 S M Start recording Press the START/ STOP button to start recording, and press it again to stop.
ENGLISH Playing back Q Select playback mode PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button. R Select the desired file Index screen LASER TOUCH OPERATION VIDEO PLAYBACK 1/2 NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM DIGEST S Select F(Touch OK) LASER TOUCH OPERATION Playback screen L To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z pg. 26) L To view files on TV (Z pg. 33) It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage.
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This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach.
Read This First! Make a backup of important recorded data It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of important data, make a trial recording and play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly. We recommend you to use the same recording media when performing both the trial recording and the actual recording.
Contents Accessories........................................... 13 Attaching the core filter................................. 13 Preparing the Remote Control...................... 13 Charging the Battery Pack............................ 18 Date/Time Setting......................................... 19 Language Setting......................................... 20 Tripod Mounting............................................ 20 Using an SD Card......................................... 21 Recording Files........
COPYING Copying Files......................................... 42 Copying/Moving Files................................... 42 Creating a DVD using a PC.......................... 47 Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder........ 53 How to use the Touch Sensor After the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor: Using with a Portable Media Player..... 54 Turning on the Export Mode......................... 54 Changing the Export Setting........................ 54 Transfering the Files to PC...........................
Accessories ENGLISH Battery Pack BN-VF808U Audio/Video Cable Remote Control RM-V751U USB Cable CD-ROM Core Filter (x2) Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. GETTING STARTED AC Adapter AP-V20U NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. Attaching the Core Filter The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Release the stopper.
GETTING STARTED Index DC NOTE • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7 and 8 during shooting.
Touch Sensor OK Button MENU Button Power (1) Button SD Card Slot (Z pg. 21) EXPORT Button AV Connector UPLOAD Button (Z pg. 56) PLAY/REC Button (Z pg. 22, 23, 26, 27) Mode Switch [!, #] DIRECT DVD Button (Z pg. 44) INFO Button (Z pg. 24, 25, 37) . START/STOP Button (Z pg. 22) / SNAPSHOT Button (Z pg. 22, 23) 0 Zoom Lever [W 7 , T] (Z pg. 24) Speaker Volume Control (Z pg. 26) 1 Speaker 2 DC Connector 3 USB Connector (Z pg. 43, 48) 4 5 6 7 8 Camera Sensor LED Light (Z pg.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only [4h59m] LIB. 1/4000 0 W T 0 : 0 4 : 0 1 REC PHOTO SD LCD JAN.01.2009 4:55 PM ! Selected Operation Mode Indicator (Z pg. 30) 4 : Auto Mode 3 : Manual Mode # Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 32) $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z pg. 32) % LED Light Indicator (Z pg. 24) & Scene Select Mode Indicator (Z pg. 31) ( Quick Review Indicator (Z pg. 22, 23) ) Zoom Indicator (Z pg.
During Still Image Playback ENGLISH During Video Playback 101- 0098 SD GETTING STARTED 1: 55 : 01 +4 SD 8 JAN.01.2009 4:55 PM JAN.01.2009 4:55 PM ! Mode Indicator # Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (Z pg. 41) $ Video Quality: B (ULTRA FINE), C (FINE), D (NORMAL), E (ECONOMY) (Z pg. 58) % Counter & Playback Mode F : Playback Q : Pause K : Forward Search J : Reverse Search G : Forward Slow-Motion E : Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.
Necessary Settings before Use L To check the remaining battery power Charging the Battery Pack 1 2 See page 24. L Required charging/recording time Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. • With the “v” (arrow) on the battery pack pointing at the correct direction, slide the battery pack until it locks in place. DC Jack (approx.) *When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
1 DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST) OFF Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. NOV.1.2009 04.55PM SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME Set the date and time. Select the item by using the touch sensor and select [}] to set. Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. VIDEO WIND CUT AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA CLOCK SETTING DISPLAY SETTINGS > BASIC SETTINGS > DATE NOV CONFIGURE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 2009 4 55 QUIT SAVE Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
Other Settings Tripod Mounting Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. 1 2 3 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it to the tripod. Touch MENU. Bottom of the Camcorder Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. VIDEO WIND CUT AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA DISPLAY SETTINGS > BASIC SETTINGS > CONFIGURE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY SET 4 QUIT Select [LANGUAGE].
NOTE • Insert and remove the SD card only while the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on the card may be corrupted. • Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label. R �Change the recording medium The camcorder is programmed to record on the BUILT-IN MEMORY flash when it is shipped from the factory. You can change the recording medium to SD card. GETTING STARTED If you want to record to an SD card, the following operations need to be performed.
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. PLAY/REC [4 h 59 m] 0:00:00 SNAPSHOT Press the START/STOP button to start recording. [4 h 59 m] 0:00:01 REC L To stop recording Press the START/STOP again. L To view the last recorded scene Select A while recording is paused. Selecting $ during playback deletes that scene. LTo record a still image during video recording Press SNAPSHOT.
Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode. Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. ENGLISH Still Image Recording PLAY/REC FINE [9999] FINE RECORDING/ PLAYBACK Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused. L To view the last recorded image Select A after shooting. Selecting $ during playback deletes that image. L To change the picture quality Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY]. (Z pg.
Recording Files (Continued) Zooming Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Zoom out W: Wide angle Zoom in T: Telephoto You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or [T] on the LCD monitor (On-screen zoom control) Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset) ! mode [80X/DIGITAL] # mode [35X/OPTICAL] L To change the maximum zoom ratio (for ! mode only) Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z pg.
Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press the INFO button once (BUILT-IN MEMORY) or twice (SD CARD). INFO MAX RECORDING TIME BUILT-IN MEM 0h05m 0h07m 0h09m 0h26m SET QUIT If you select an ������������������������������� event to register the file to before starting recording, the file will be registered to the selected event, thus making the file easy to find at playback. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.
Playing Back Files Video Playback Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. VIDEO PLAYBACK 1/2 PLAY/REC NOV.01.2009 04:55PM DIGEST The index screen appears. Select the desired file. L To move to the previous or next page Touch [v] or [V] for over a second. L To play back a few seconds from each select scene of the recorded videos Touch [DIGEST].
Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode. ENGLISH Still Image Playback Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. IMAGE PLAYBACK 1/2 PLAY/REC NOV.01.2009 04:55PM Select the desired file. RECORDING/ PLAYBACK The index screen appears. L To move to the previous or next page Touch [v] or [V] for over a second. L To delete a still image Select $. L To change the number of thumbnails (6 thumbnails/20 thumbnails) Move the zoom lever to [T] or [W].
Playing Back Files (Continued) Date Index Screen File Search Function You can search the desired file by the recording date. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Select the playback mode. ! Group Index Screen You can search the desired file by the group. The group is created automatically based on recording date and time. And the contents of the group are changed when adding/deleting or editing scenes. 1 Select 2 Select [GROUP]. 1 Select 2 Select [SEARCH DATE]. .
You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 25) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. Select 2 Select the [SEARCH EVENT]. . VIDEO PLAYBACK 1/2 GROUP SEARCH DATE SEARCH EVENT SD NOV.01.2009 04:55PM An MOD file is created in the EXTMOV folder when management information is corrupted. Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG files in the EXTMOV folder.
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. Change to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Manual Setting Menu In the manual recording mode: 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [MANUAL SETTING]. VIDEO MANUAL SETTING LIGHT REGISTER EVENT Select [A/M] twice. VIDEO QUALITY USE DETAIL SETTINGS BASED QUIT SET [4 h 59 m] 3 Select the desired menu.
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset NFOCUS [AUTO] : The focus is adjusted automatically. 3 MANUAL : @ vV A : Adjusts the focus manually. (When zooming, the subject will not go out of focus if you adjust the focus at the telephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide-angle (W) side.) SCENE SELECT Adjusts the focus. RECORDING/ PLAYBACK Adjusts the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. 1 [OFF] : Deactivates the function.
Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO] : White balance is adjusted automatically. WB WB Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. PHOTOMETRY AREA Enables you to adjust the brightness in the desired spot when backlight compensation does not work well. w EFFECT Enables you to record videos or still images with special effects.
Viewing Files on TV Connection with TV L To connect using the AV connector. Preparation: Turn off all units. AC Adapter Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed 1 2 3 Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. (Only when connecting the camcorder to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. DC Connector 4 To AC Outlet Start playback on the camcorder. (Z p.
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation. If the data on the recording medium becomes corrupted, format the recording medium to use the medium again. (Z pg. 62) Deleting Files • Protected files cannot be deleted.
Deleting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 34) After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 34) 3 3 Select [FILE SELECT]. Select [DELETE ALL] VIDEO DELETE VIDEO DELETE CURRENT CURRENT FILE SELECT FILE SELECT DELETE ALL DELETE ALL SELECT AND DELETE SCENE DELETE ALL SCENES QUIT SET 4 ENGLISH Deleting Selected Files Select the desired file and select $. VIDEO DELETE QUIT SET 4 Select [YES].
Managing Files (Continued) Protecting Selected Files Protecting Files Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT]. After performing steps 1-3 4 Select [FILE SELECT]. PROTECT/CANCEL CURRENT FILE SELECT PROTECT ALL CANCEL ALL SELECT AND PROTECT SCENE QUIT SET 5 Select the desired file and select x.
Viewing ����������������� File Information After performing steps 1-3 (Z pg. 36) 4 Select [PROTECT ALL]. PROTECT/CANCEL CURRENT FILE SELECT PROTECT ALL CANCEL ALL Preparation: • For ! mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. • For # mode: Play back the still image. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen. ENGLISH Protecting All Files PROTECT ALL SCENES QUIT SET 5 Press the INFO button. Select [YES].
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event Registration 6 Select a new event. To cancel the event registration, select [CANCEL]. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. CHANGE EVENT REG. 1 SPORTS 1 1 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT].
Select [SET] at the end point. It is recommended to select [SET] after the pause button is pressed. You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file. TRIM (UNTIL HERE) Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT]. SET E 0 : 08 : 05 0 : 12 : 05 QUIT To cancel the start point setting, select [CANCEL]. 7 REC Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE].
Playlists 5 It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. Select the file to add to playlist. NOV.01.2009 Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. TOTAL 00h00m SELECT 6 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. QUIT Select the insertion point. NOV.01.
Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. ENGLISH Playing Back Playlists Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 40) VIDEO DELETE UPLOAD SETTINGS SEARCH 3 Select [EDIT]. 4 Select the playlist you want to edit. PLAYBACK PLAYLIST PLAY BACK ORIGINAL VIDEO IN QUIT SET 3 Select the playlist. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8. (Z pg.
COPYING Copying Files It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Types of Copying and Connectable Device DVD Burner (CU-VD3/VD50) You can copy video files recorded on this camcorder onto DVD discs. Copying/Moving Files You can copy or move files between built-in memory and SD card. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
Select the desired menu. Using a DVD Burner COPY VIDEO Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW SELECT THE OBJECT TO BE COPIED • Regarding DVD-R discs, only unused DVD-R COPY ALL SELECT AND COPY QUIT SET • [COPY ALL]/[MOVE ALL]: Select this to transfer all files in the recording medium. When the size of all files in the built-in memory is larger than the free space of the SD card, only the files that can be contained in the free space will be copied.
Copying Files (Continued) 5 Backup All Files Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. 1 [COMPLETED] appears, touch OK. [STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears, change the disc. Remaining files are copied on the second disc. • To cancel copying, select [STOP]. Select [CREATE FROM ALL].
3 Select the desired disc number. Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. 1 DVD CREATION LIST ALL(TOTAL:3) DVD1 DVD2 DVD3 Select [SELECT AND CREATE]. SET CREATE DVD SELECT AND CREATE CREATE DUPLICATE PLAYBACK COPY PREFERRED VIDEOS SET Select the desired menu. 4 CREATE BY DATE SET • [CREATE BY DATE]: Select [YES] or [NO]. 5 Select [EXECUTE]. • The files are copied on the disc. When [COMPLETED] appears, touch the OK.
Copying Files (Continued) L To play back the created disc using the camcorder 1) Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. 2) Turn on the camcorder first, than turn on the DVD burner. 3) Select [PLAYBACK]. 4) Select the desired folder. 5) Select the creation date of the disc. 6) Select the desired file. To return to the previous screen, select @. L Disc number Disc number shows the number of DVD discs you can create.
You can copy the data from the camcorder and create a DVD using a PC. Q Installing the software to the PC Preparation: Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. In Windows Vista, the auto play dialog box appears. 1 ENGLISH Creating a DVD using a PC Click [Easy Installation]. System Requirements Windows Vista OS: Windows Vista® Home Basic (SP1) Home Premium (SP1) (32-bit, pre-installed) CPU: Either one of the following: • Intel®® Pentium®® 4, 1.6 GHz or higher M, 1.
Copying Files (Continued) Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC. R Making Backup on the PC Preparation: • Install the software to the PC. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC’s HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. 3 DC Connector AC Adapter Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. To AC Outlet DC 4 Click [Start]. USB Connector USB Cable Backup starts.
5 Double-click the recording date. You can make a user list of a certain subject (such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files related to the subject into the user list. ENGLISH S Making User Lists to Arrange the Files Preparation: Make backup on the PC. 1 Double-click icon and open the calendar. The files recorded on the day are displayed. 6 2 Drag the file and drop into the user list. Select [Movies only]. To add other files into the user list, repeat 4 steps 5 and 6 Click [+].
Copying Files (Continued) T Copying Files to a DVD 4 Preparation: Use a recordable DVD disc (It is recommended to use a DVD-R disc.) 1 Select the user list and click [Create Disc]. 5 2 Input the disc name, select the top menu style and click [Next]. Click [Start]. Click [Select files individually] and click [Next]. To add all the files onto DVD discs, click [Select all files displayed], then go to step 4.
X = number Contains the still image folders. [DCIM] ENGLISH Folder Structure and Extensions Recording medium [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] [MOVXXX.MOI] Contains the video file folders. Management information* for the media as a whole Management information* Video file Management information* for the video files [PRGXXX] [EXTMOV] [MOV_XXX.MOD] [PRIVATE] Video file which management information is corrupted.
Copying Files (Continued) Customer Support Information Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence. JVC When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the following information ready. • Product Name, Model, Problem, Error Message.
Preparation: • Create a playlist. • Turn off all units. 1 2 L To connect using the AV connectors (analog dubbing) To AC Outlet DC Connector AC Adapter 3 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. ENGLISH Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder Check that the images from the camcorder are input correctly to the VCR/DVD recorder. Play back playlists on the camcorder. 1) Touch MENU. 2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK]. 3) Select the desired playlist.
Using with a Portable Media Player Turning on the Export Mode Changing the Export Setting You can easily transfer videos recorded in export mode to iTunes®. All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. For details on transferring, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM. You can set the recorded videos to the export setting. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.
ENGLISH Transferring the Files to PC Preparation: Install iTunes® on a PC. http://www.apple.com/itunes/ 1 2 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY]. USB MENU CREATE DVD UPLOAD LIB. EXPORT TO LIBRARY BACK-UP EASY VIDEO REGISTRATION SET QUIT All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. L Cannot export the file to iTunes® • Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.
Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode You can upload the file to video sharing websites (You TubeTM) quickly after recording. For more information on YouTube™, visit YouTube™ website: http://www.youtube.com/ Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode Upload Trimming You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file ready for uploading. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.
Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE]. SET For detalis on uploading files, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CDROM. CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE REDEFINE AREA S 0 : 12 : 05 SET E 0 : 08 : 05 QUIT To set the start/end point again, select [REDEFINE AREA]. 7 Uploading Files 1 2 ENGLISH 6 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [UPLOAD]. Select [YES]. USB MENU PLAYBACK ON PC CREATE DVD When copying is finished, the copied file is added to the index screen.
MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select the desired menu. L To return to the previous screen Select @. L To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. VIDEO REGISTER EVENT VIDEO QUALITY ZOOM DIS ON IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO QUIT SET 3 Select the desired setting. VIDEO REGISTER EVENT OFF VIDEO QUALITY ZOOMON ON DIS ON IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO QUIT SET Mode ! # ! # ! Menus MANUAL SETTING Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset See page 30.
Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 35X/OPTICAL / 40X/DYNAMIC* / [80X/ DIGITAL] / 800X/DIGITAL @ ����� ZOOM ! Sets the maximum zoom ratio. ENGLISH Mode * Dynamic zoom The combination of optical and digital zoom technology offers higher zoom ratio than optical zoom without reducing the quality. NOTE Optical zoom is used up to [35X/OPTICAL]. Digital zoom is used from more than [35X/OPTICAL] up to the selected zoom ratio. OFF : Deactivates the function. [ON] : Activates the function.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus l ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Displays indication modes on LCD monitor. DISPLAY SETTINGS 9 �LANGUAGE Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. Enables you to set the display language. [ENGLISH] See page 20. : CLOCK ADJUST See page 19. Sets the time. ; �DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the date and time display format. B MONITOR BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.
Enables the recording button [REC] on the LCD monitor. & QUICK RESTART Enables the camcorder to start up quickly when you turn off the camcorder and then on again within 5 minutes by closing and opening the LCD monitor. ] �REMOTE OFF : Deactivates the function. [ON] : Activates the function. OFF : Deactivates the function. [ON] : If the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes, the camcorder starts quickly.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the screen of the connected television when outputting videos from the AV connector. MEDIA SETTINGS Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO Sets the recording medium for video. [BUILT- IN MEMORY] / SD CARD REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording medium for still images. [BUILT - IN MEMORY] / SD FORMAT BUILT- IN MEM.
FURTHER INFORMATION Troubleshooting Trouble No power is supplied. Power After the low temperature message is displayed, the power turns off when the camcorder warms up. Display The remaining battery display is not correct. The LCD monitor is difficult to see. The following phenomena are not malfunctions. • The camcorder heats up when it is used for a long time. • The battery heats up during charging.
Trouble Recording cannot be performed. Recording stops by itself. The recorded subject is too dark. The recorded subject is too bright. Recording Digital zoom does not work. The focus is not adjusted automatically. The color looks strange. (Too bluish, too reddish, etc) White balance setting cannot be activated. The continuous shooting speed is slow. Action • SD Card or Built-In Memory is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the SD Card.
Action Other Problems • If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes The lamp does not flash during battery pack charging. • Check the remaining battery pack charge. (When the battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not flash.) • When recharging in either a hot or cold environment, ensure that The remote control does not work. • Replace the battery. • Set [REMOTE] to [ON].
Warning Indications Indication SET DATE/TIME! Action • Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting. FORMAT ERROR! • Check the operating procedure, and perform once again. • Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/ PLAYBACK, RECOVER? Action • Select [OK] to restore. UNSUPPORTED FILE! • Use files recorded with the camcorder. (Files recorded with THIS FILE IS PROTECTED • Switch off the [PROTECT/CANCEL] function in the MENU. INSUFFICIENT SPACE • Delete files. Move files to a PC or other device. • Replace the SD card with a new one.
Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. L To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camcorder is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well before wiping. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. L To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. L To clean the lens Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
Specifications L For general L For video/Audio Format SD-VIDEO Power supply Recording/Playback format Power consumption Signal format * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (W x H x D) Recording mode (video) DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Video: MPEG-2 Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch) Approx. 1.8 W* NTSC standard 54.5 mm x 65 mm x 112.5 mm (2-1/8”x2-9/16”x4-7/16”) Weight Approx. 245 g (0.
Specifications (Continued) Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Control 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16” x 5/8” x 3-5/8”) Power supply Weight DC 3 V Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) (incl. battery) Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Operating distance Within 5 m (16.
Cautions When using the AC adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Plug Adapter ENGLISH ATTENTION: The battery you have purchased is recyclable.
Cautions (Continued) Main Unit • For safety, DO NOT ... open the camcorder’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... 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 camcorder is not in use. ... place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. ... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. ...
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Terms A AC Adapter .................................................. 18, 71 Adjust Brightness . ............................................. 31 Auto Power Off . ................................................. 60 AV Connection ............................................. 33, 53 B Backlight Compensation .................................... 30 Battery Pack .......................................... 13, 18, 71 Built-In Memory......................................... 21,62,66 C CD-ROM ..................