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GETTING STARTED
RECORDING
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INSTRUCTIONS
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20
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
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30
PLAYBACK
GZ-MG31U
EDITING/PRINTING
DUBBING
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47
MENU SETTINGS
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56
FURTHER
INFORMATION
For Customer Use:
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO
Enter the Model No. (located on
the bottom of the camera) and
MODE” to “OFF”. (੬ pg. 51)
Serial No. (located on the battery
pack mount of the camera) below.
Retain this information for future
reference.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before
use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this
product.
Model No.
Serial No.
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LYT1535-001D
Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera
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Please read the following instructions before
using the camera.
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. (੬ pg. 56)
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.
(੬ pg. 47)
If a problem occurs with the SD card, bring
the card together with the camera for
repairs
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.
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your
dealer or JVC service center, be sure to bring your
camera together with the SD card. If one of them is
not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and
the repair cannot be made properly.
Check the compatibility of recording
media
Precautions on handling batteries
● The SD cards that are guaranteed to work with
this camera are those 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 had already been
recorded.
● When discarding batteries, environmental
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be strictly followed.
● If the camera is subjected to electrostatic
discharge, turn the power off before using it
again.
● For video recording, use a high-speed SD card
(at least 10 MB/s).
● This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will only operate with
a 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.
short even after the battery is 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.
● 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,
battery charge starts if the battery is attached to
the camera.
● MultiMediaCards are not supported.
Format recording medium before use
Before using this camera, format the built-in hard
disk or SD cards. This will also ensure stable
speeds and operation when accessing the
recording medium. (੬ pg. 39)
Make sure you hold the camera correctly
during recording
Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo
microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or
other object while recording. (੬ pg. 10)
When a certain length of time passes
without operation
● When using the battery, the power will turn 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).
INFORMATION
Video recording (with sound) that was made
especially for demonstration at shops might be
remaining on the hard disk of the camera that you
have purchased.
To delete this video file, please refer to “Deleting
Files” (੬ pg. 36)/“Formatting a Recording
Medium” (੬ pg. 39).
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Safety Precautions
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or
on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/
16") or more on both sides, on top and at the
rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be
able to get out.)
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.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines,
flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of
this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be
caused.)
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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.
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.
● The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above
100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camera and to the user.
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery
is incorrectly replaced.
● Dispose of used battery promptly.
● Keep away from children.
● Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
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.
For USA-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material –
special handling may apply.
perchlorate
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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.)
Trademarks
● Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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.
●
MascotCapsule is a registered trademark of HI
CORPORATION in Japan.
Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION. All
rights reserved.
● Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
10.Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When
a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11.Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
12.Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
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Contents
GETTING STARTED
PLAYBACK
Accessories .......................................................8
Attaching the Shoulder Strap .........................9
Attaching the Lens Cap ..................................9
Index ..............................................................10
Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery
Video
Event Screen ........................................... 29
To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder ..... 29
Other Settings .................................................14
Still Image Playback ........................................30
Grip Adjustment ...........................................14
Data Battery System ....................................14
Slide Show ................................................... 31
RECORDING
Video / Still image
Video
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder .......32
Playback Using the Remote Control ............ 33
LED Light .....................................................18
Deleting a File ..............................................19
Checking the Remaining Space on the
EDITING/PRINTING
Recording Media ..........................................19
Video / Still image
Still image
Managing Files ................................................36
Still Image Recording .......................................20
Deleting Files ............................................... 36
Viewing File Information .............................. 37
Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure .......38
Formatting a Recording Medium ................. 39
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ............... 40
Resetting the File Number ........................... 40
Changing the Event Registration of Video Files
after Recording ............................................ 41
Zooming .......................................................21
Continuous Shooting ....................................21
LED Light .....................................................21
Deleting a File ..............................................21
Video / Still image
Manual Recording ............................................22
Manual Setting in MSET Menu ....................22
Nightalive .....................................................25
Backlight Compensation ..............................25
Spot Exposure Control .................................25
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Accessories
or
AC Adapter
AP-V18U / AP-V14U
Battery Pack
BN-VF707U
Audio/Video Cable
USB Cable
(੬ SOFTWARE
Shoulder Strap
Lens Cap (੬ pg. 9)
CD-ROM
(੬ pg. 9)
INSTALLATION AND
USB CONNECTION
GUIDE)
Remote Control Unit
RM-V730U (੬ pg. 33)
Lithium Battery
CR2025 (for remote
control unit)
Pre-installed in the
remote control unit at
time of shipment.
Core Filter for Cables (੬ pg. 9)
Large (A): Audio/Video Cable
Large (B): USB Cable
Small: DC Cord
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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Peel off the pad and thread the Thread the strap through the
Position the buckle near the
end of the strap through the
eyelet.
buckle, adjust its length, and use eyelet and reattach the pad.
the strap guide to fix it in place.
Strap Guide
Buckle
Eyelet
Attaching the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration.
Place here during
recording.
Attaching the Core Filter
Attach the core filters to the cables.
The core filter reduces interference.
When connecting a cable, attach the
end with the core filter to the
camera.
USB Cable
AV Cable
Large (A)
Large (B)
Small
Attachment positions
(੬ right)
DC Cord
AC Adapter
Release the stopper.
3 cm (1-3/16")
Wind once.
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Controls
a Power Switch [OFF,
b Lock Button (੬ pg. 12)
,
] (੬ pg. 12)
when you access files. Do not turn off the
power or remove the battery pack/AC
c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (੬ pg. 18)
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (੬ pg. 26)
d Light Button [LIGHT] (੬ pg. 18)/Information
Button [INFO] (੬ pg. 37)
f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]
(੬ pg. 22)
g Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 50)
h Delete Button [ ] (੬ pg. 19)
i Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP]
(੬ pg. 16, 20)
T Reset Button [RESET] (੬ pg. 56)
U Speaker (੬ pg. 26)
V Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 12)
W Camera Sensor
X Lens
Y Stereo Microphone
a LED Light (੬ pg. 18, 21)
b Grip Strap (੬ pg. 14)
d Stud Hole (੬ pg. 14)
j Control Lever
: Reverse Skip (੬ pg. 27)/Up/Backlight
Compensation [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Spot
Exposure Control [ ] (੬ pg. 25)
: Forward Skip (੬ pg. 27)/Down/Manual
Set [ ] (੬ pg. 22)
: Reverse Search [3] (੬ pg. 27)/Left/
Nightalive [NIGHT] (੬ pg. 25)
: Forward Search [ 5] (੬ pg. 27)/Right/
Switch Screen Aspect Ratio (16:9/4:3)
[16:9] (੬ pg. 18)
e Tripod Mounting Socket (੬ pg. 14)
Press down: Play/Pause (49)
(੬ pg. 26, 30)
k Index Button [INDEX] (੬ pg. 28)/Remaining
Space Button [ ] (੬ pg. 19)/Data Battery
Button [ ] (੬ pg. 14)
ATTENTION:
● Be careful not to cover W, X, Y and Z during
shooting.
l Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ pg. 12)
● Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
malfunction.
Connectors
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
M S-Video Output Connector [S] (੬ pg. 32)
N Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector
(੬ SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB
CONNECTION GUIDE)
P DC Input Connector [DC] (੬ pg. 12)
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Necessary Settings before Use
Be sure to configure the following three settings
before use.
3
Charge the battery pack by
connecting to the AC adapter.
Open the cover.
Power Related Preparations
(Using the Battery Pack)
DC
1
2
Set the power switch to OFF.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
Power off
Connector
Playback
Recording
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
Lock button
AC Adapter
(ex. AP-V14U)
Attach the battery pack.
Slide the battery pack down until it locks in
place.
● The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate
charging has started.
● When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter
from the camera.
Bottom of the Camera
BATT.
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (੬ step 2), then remove
the battery pack.
To check the remaining battery power
(੬ pg. 14)
Required charging / recording time
Recording
time
Controls in this section
Power/Charge Lamp
Battery pack
Charging time
1 hr. 30 min.
2 hr. 40 min.
5 hr. 40 min.
BN-VF707U
(Provided)
1 hr. 10 min.
(1 hr. 5 min.)
Power Switch
2 hr. 25 min.
(2 hr. 20 min.)
BN-VF714U
BN-VF733U
5 hr. 50 min.
(5 hr. 30 min.)
The times shown above are approximate times.
The values within ( ) are the times when the
LED light is on.
NOTE:
You can also use the camera with just the AC
adapter.
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Other Settings
Check which buttons to use in the illustration of
“Controls in this section” on page 12.
Data Battery System
You can check the remaining battery power and
the recordable time.
Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
When the battery is attached
1
Set the power switch to OFF.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
Power off
Playback
Recording
Lock button
2
BATTERY CONDITION
100%
MAX TIME
min
50%
Tripod Mounting
0%
Bottom of the
Camera
NOTES:
● Battery information 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
Align the camera
stud hole with the
tripod stud, and the
mounting socket
with the screw, and
then rotate the
tried to press
several times, there may be a
camera clockwise to
mount it to the
problem with your battery. In such a case,
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
● The recordable time display should only be
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute
units.
tripod.
NOTE:
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
.
Set the MODE switch to
: Video mode
Set the power switch to
Slide while pressing down the lock
button.
.
Power off
Playback
: Still image mode
● The camera is programmed to record
videos on the built-in hard disk when
it is shipped from the factory. To
change the recording medium, see
page 15.
Recording
Lock button
Zoom Lever
LIGHT/INFO
Press the REC/SNAP button
to start recording.
[0h56m]
● Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
INDEX
/
/
/
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.
. Set the MODE switch to
Set the power switch to
Slide while pressing down the lock
button.
: Video mode
: Still image mode
Power off
Playback
Recording
Lock button
● The camera is programmed to record still
images on the built-in hard disk when it is
shipped from the factory. To change the
recording medium, see page 15.
Zoom Lever
Press the REC/SNAP button
to start recording.
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FINE
PHOTO
The PHOTO indicator appears during
recording.
● To check how the image looks before
recording, press the REC/SNAP button
halfway and hold. The
indicator
appears and becomes green when the
captured image is focused. To cancel the
recording, release the REC/SNAP button.
To record it on the recording medium,
press the REC/SNAP button fully.
Manual Setting in MSET Menu
You can use manual recording functions easily
by selecting items in the MSET menus.
After performing “To change to manual
recording mode” (੬ pg. 22)
[0h56m]
1
2
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF
AE AF WB S.SP P.AE EF
Select the desired menu.
Select
Press twice.
0
AUTO
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO
AE AF WB S.SP
Set
P
For details on each menu, see pages 23 and
24.
3
Select the desired setting.
0
AUTO
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO
AE
AF
WB S.SP
P
Depending on the kind of settings you select,
you can set the value with
selecting.
/
after
4
5
Power Switch
MODE Switch
The menu disappears and the indicator for
the set function appears.
AUTO
/
/
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MSET Menu
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
AE
(Manual Exposure)
Adjusts the brightness. –6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1.
Use to set the value.
For video recording
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.
/
For still image recording
[ 0]: The brightness is not adjusted.
–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in
increments of 1/3EV. Use
/
to set the value.
To lock the exposure
When the menu disappears after you finish configuring the setting,
press and hold 49 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator appears.
AF
[AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically.
(Manual Focus)
Adjusts the focus.
: Adjusts the focus manually. Use
/
to set the focus.
(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.)
WB
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.
MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light
source.
(White Balance)
Adjusts the white
balance to achieve the
optimum colors for the
amount of light in your
surroundings during
recording.
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper
in front of the subject. Adjust the
White paper
zoom, or position yourself so that
the white paper fills the screen.
2) Press and hold 49 until the
indicator starts blinking then
stops blinking.
FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.
CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.
HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is used.
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Manual Recording (Continued)
MSET Menu (Continued)
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
S.SP
(Shutter Speed)
A fast shutter speed
can freeze the motion
of a fast-moving
[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
1/2 to 1/4000 (For video recording) /
1/2 to 1/500 (For still image recording):
The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed. Use
the value.
/
to set
subject, and a slow
shutter speed can blur
the subject to give the
impression of motion.
NOTE:
It is recommended to use the tripod (੬ pg. 14) when recording with a slow
shutter speed.
P.AE
[OFF]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.
SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly.
SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may appear too dark when
shooting in extremely bright surroundings, such as in snow.
SPOTLIGHT: Select this when a spotlight makes a subject appear
too bright.
(Program AE)
You can use the
program AE settings for
specific shooting
situations.
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.
EF
[OFF]: No effect is used.
(Effect)
SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos.
MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old
movies.
You can record videos
or still images with
special effects.
CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an old
movie atmosphere.
STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
* Not available for still image recording.
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Nightalive
Spot Exposure Control
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted
from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording
with little light in dim locations.
Selection of a spot metering area enables more
one of the three metering areas.
After performing “To change to manual
recording mode” (੬ pg. 22)
After performing “To change to manual
recording mode” (੬ pg. 22)
1
Press twice.
The
indicator appears.
indicator
The
indicator appears.
To cancel nightalive
Press (NIGHT) so that the
2
Select the desired spot metering area
frame.
disappears.
[0h56m]
Select
NOTE:
It is recommended to use the tripod (੬ pg. 14)
Set
when recording with a slow shutter speed.
Backlight Compensation
To lock the exposure
Backlight compensation brightens the subject
quickly. With a simple operation, dark portions
of the subject are brightened by increasing the
exposure.
After you finish configuring the setting, press
and hold 49 for more than 2 seconds. The
indicator appears.
To cancel spot exposure control
Press
disappears.
(
) once so that the
indicator
After performing “To change to manual
recording mode” (੬ pg. 22)
The
indicator appears.
To cancel backlight compensation
Press ) twice so that the indicator
disappears.
(
.
. Set the MODE switch to
Set the power switch to
Slide while pressing down the lock
button.
: Video mode
: Still image mode
Power off
Playback
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Recording
Index screen for
videos
Lock button
Zoom Lever/Speaker
Volume Control
LIGHT/INFO
● To change the medium to be played back,
see page 15.
Press
/
/ / to select the
3
desired file, then press 49
.
Select
Set
● To pause playback, press 49 again.
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Slow motion playback
Various Operations during Playback
While playback is paused
To resume normal playback, press 49.
Press and hold.
Still playback (Pause)
Backward
Forward
Playback zoom
You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.
Search playback
While playback is paused
Backward
Forward
● Pressing
/
repeatedly increases the
search speed. (–60x to +60x)
Full view of the image
The
mark indicates the center point of the
Locating the start point of the file or
skipping the file
magnified area.
Backward
Forward
● Press
area you want to view.
● To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.
/
/
/
to move to the magnified
Frame-by-frame playback
While playback is paused
Backward
Forward
● Pressing
/
repeatedly advances or
reverses the still picture frame by frame.
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Video Playback (Continued)
Date Index Screen
File Search Function
You can search the desired file by the recording
date.
One-touch operation enables you to switch the
index screen to the date index screen or event
screen for the convenient file search.
After displaying the date index screen in “To
change the display” (੬ pg. 28)
To change the display
On the index screen
1
Select the recording date.
SEARCH DATE
JUL 07 2006
AUG 13 2006
AUG 20 2006
AUG 23 2006
SEP 02 2006
Each press switches the screen.
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2
3
AUG 20 2006
1/7
Event
screen
Index
screen
Date index
screen
Select the desired file.
Select
Set
● During playback,
mark appears on
the top left corner of the screen.
.
Set the MODE switch to
Set the power switch to
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
.
: Video mode
: Still image mode
Power off
Playback
Recording
IMAGE
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Index screen for
still image
Lock button
Zoom Lever
LIGHT/INFO
● To change the medium to be played back,
see page 15.
Press
/
/ / to select the
3
.
Select
Set
● Press
next file.
/
to display the previous/
INDEX
IMAGE
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Index
screen
Date index
screen
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Watching Images on TV/Remote Control
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder
Make sure all units are turned off before connecting.
Open the cover.
Connect the cable so that the colors of the
terminals and connectors match.
(White: audio left, red: audio right, yellow: video)
AV Connector
AV Cable
(provided)
S Connector
AV Input Terminal for TV,
When connecting the camera to a
VCR/DVD recorder, also check the
connection between the VCR/DVD
recorder and the TV.
S-Video Cable (optional)
Enables playback of even higher quality.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 12)
● To connect the camera to a PC, refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION
GUIDE.
● This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a
television of a different standard.
Playback on TV
After connecting the camera to the TV in “Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder”
(੬ pg. 32)
1
2
3
Turn on the camera and the TV.
Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
(Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder)
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input
mode.
4
Start playback on the camera. (੬ pg. 26, 30)
NOTE:
If the aspect ratio of the video you are playing is strange and the screen size can be changed on the TV,
make adjustments on the TV.
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33
Buttons and Functions
Playback Using the Remote Control
A battery is included inside the remote control
at the time of purchase.
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Beam Effective Area
Effective distance for
indoor use:
5 m (16 ft)
Remote Sensor
A Infrared Beam Transmitting Window
B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons
Zoom In/Out (੬ pg. 18, 21)
C Up Button
Rotate Button (counterclockwise) (੬ pg. 31)
D Skip Backward Button
E Left 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.
F Back Button
G PLAYLIST Button (੬ pg. 42)
H START/STOP Button
I SNAPSHOT Button (੬ pg. 20)
J INFO Button (੬ pg. 37)
K Skip Forward Button
L PLAY/PAUSE Button
M Right Button
To Reinsert the Battery
The remote control uses one lithium battery
(CR2025).
Pull out the battery holder
by pressing the lock tab.
N Next Button
O Down Button
Rotate Button (clockwise) (੬ pg. 31)
P INDEX Button
Lock Tab
Q DATE Button
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[WIPE/FADER]
Menus
Details
Fade in or out with a white screen.
Fade in or out with a black screen.
FADER-WHITE
FADER-BLACK
FADER-B.W
Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out
from color to black and white.
WIPE:CORNER
WIPE:WINDOW
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.
The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward
the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the
center.
WIPE:SLIDE
WIPE:DOOR
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,
revealing the scene, or wipe out so the black screen reappears from
left and right to cover the scene.
WIPE:SCROLL
WIPE:SHUTTER
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 in from the center of a black screen toward the top and bottom,
or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the center leaving a black
screen.
[EFFECT]
Menus
SEPIA
Details
The image is given a brownish tint like an old photo.
The image becomes black and white like an old movie.
MONOTONE
CLASSIC FILM*
The image is given 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.
4
Select [EXECUTE].
If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3,
select [QUIT].
Select
Set
PLAYLIST
WIPE/FADER
EFFECT
PROTECT
DELETE
BASIC SETTING
REC MEDIA SETTING
Select
CANCEL ALL
CURRENT
Set
FILE SELECT
PROTECT ALL
NOTE:
For an SD card, you can use the write/erase
protection tab to set protection. To protect all the
files, slide the tab to the “LOCK” position.
Select
Write/erase protection tab
Set
PROTECT?
EXECUTE
CANCEL
Creating Playlists
After performing “To display the playlist
screen” (੬ pg. 42)
3
Select [NEW LIST].
Select
NEW LIST
Set
IMPORT FROM EVENT
IMPORT FROM DATE
ALL SCENES
REC MEDIA SETTING
DATE/DISPLAY
CHANGE EVENT REG.
PLAYLIST
WIPE/FADER
EFFECT
4
Select an item and display files.
PROTECT
Select
Set
Select
DELETE
● [IMPORT FROM EVENT]:
PLAYLIST CONTENTS
Set
Search for an event and display the
corresponding files listed by recording date.
NEW LIST
EDIT
Press
/
/
/
to select the event,
then press 49.
● [IMPORT FROM DATE]:
Display all the files in the medium listed by
recording date.
● [ALL SCENES]:
Display all files individually.
The files are
EDIT
displayed.
TOTAL
00h00m
See “Displaying
Files” (੬ pg. 43)
DVD1
for details.
MODE Switch
5
Select the file to add to playlist.
Power Switch
Zoom Lever
EDIT
Select
TOTAL
/
49
/
/
/
00h00m
Set
DVD1
Insertion point
INDEX
MENU
Displaying Files
When selecting [IMPORT FROM
EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE]
QUIT PLAYLIST
SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?
SAVE AND QUIT
DELETE AND QUIT
CANCEL
Recording date: March 12, 2006
MAR.12.2006
11:00 AM
TOTAL
00h00m
1:00 PM
Select
DVD1
3:00 PM
Set
When selecting [ALL SCENES]
Recording date: March 12, 2006
EDIT
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
3:00 PM
TOTAL
00h00m
DVD1
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EN
Playlists (Continued)
Playing Back Playlists
Other Operations of Playlists
You can perform additional editing and delete
files in a created playlist.
After performing “To display the playlist
screen” (੬ pg. 42)
Preparation:
Perform “To display the playlist screen”
(੬ pg. 42).
3
Select [PLAYLIST CONTENTS].
PLAYLIST CONTENTS
Select
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist
ALL SCENES
Set
01 NOV 10.06 11:30AM
02 NOV 15.06 11:00PM
3 Press
press 49.
4 Press
/
to select [EDIT], then
03 NOV 25.06 11:00AM
/
to select the playlist you
4
Select the playlist that you want to
playback.
want to edit, then press 49.
● To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8
in “Creating Playlists” (੬ pg. 42).
Select
Changing Playlist Names
Set
The default name of a playlist is its creation
date and time.
● During playback of the playlist,
mark
appears on the top left corner of the screen.
● If you slide the zoom lever towards W while
playback is paused, the index screen for
playlist appears. You can see the contents
of the playlist and select the desired scene.
To return to the playback screen, slide the
zoom lever to T.
3 Press
press 49.
4 Press
/
to select [RENAME], then
/
to select the desired
playlist, then press 49.
5 Press to select the desired
/
/
/
letter, then press 49.
To stop playback
Press 49.
To return to the normal playback mode
Select [ALL SCENES] in step 4.
● 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.
6 Press
/
/
/
to select [ ], then
press 49.
Deleting Playlist
Original files are not deleted even if you delete
the playlist.
3 Press
press 49.
4 Press
/
to select [DELETE], then
/
to select a playlist you
want to delete.
● To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE
ALL].
5 Press 49.
6 Press
/
to select [EXECUTE], then
press 49.
6
7
Press
press
/
to select menus and
to select settings.
/
● [NUMBER OF PRINTS]:
The number of prints can be set from 1 to
99.
● [DATE]:
Set whether to print the date and time.
Select [PRINT].
REC MEDIA SETTING
DATE/DISPLAY
DPOF
Select
DIRECT PRINT
EFFECT
Set
PROTECT
DELETE
Select
Set
NOTE:
If the printer is not recognized, 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.
SELECTED PRINT
DPOF PRINT
To Print Using the DPOF Settings
CANCEL
Select
PRINT THIS IMAGE
4
Select and set items as follows.
[DPOF PRINT] [PRINT]
Select
Set
SET
Set
Select
● To confirm the DPOF setting, press
/
NUMBER OF PRINTS
to select [CHECK SETTINGS], then press
49. After that, press MENU to return to the
previous menu.
DATE
PRINT
OFF
Set
CANCEL
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Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for
Dubbing
Preparation:
Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder.
(੬ pg. 32)
1
2
Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX
input mode.
Start playback on the camera.
● To playback videos (੬ pg. 26)
● To playback playlists (੬ pg. 44)
3
At the point you want to start
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/
DVD recorder.
(Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s
instruction manual.)
To stop dubbing
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder, then
stop playback on the camera.
3
Select the desired menu.
Select
Set
● [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.
IMAGE COPY
MEDIA
HDD SD
FILE UNIT
ALL
NUMBER OF FILE
0059
EXECUTE
CANCEL
4
5
Set the direction of copy/move.
(HDD ] SD or SD ] HDD)
Select
COPY
MOVE
Set
EN
49
6
Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to
copy/move.
● [FILE]:
Select when you want to transfer the
selected files.
1)Press
file, then press 49.
• The mark appears on the file. To
select other files, repeat this step.
/
/
/
to select the desired
2)Press MENU.
● [ALL]:
Select when you want to transfer all files in
the recording medium.
7
Select [EXECUTE].
Select
Set
● File transfer starts. When [COPYING
(MOVING) COMPLETED] appears, press
49.
To stop the file transfer
Press 49, then select [EXECUTE] and press
49.
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Common Menus for All Modes
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
Menus
੬
Press 49 and then select sub menus.
BASIC SETTING
PRESET
–
EXECUTE: Performs this function.
Returns all the camera settings [CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without
–
to their default values.
executing reset.
DEMO MODE
OFF: Disables the function.
Introduces special features of
the camera at the following
cases.
[ON]: Activates the function.
NOTES:
● The demonstration only works when the DC cord is
connected, not with the battery.
–
● When the menu screen is
closed.
● When there is no operation for
about 3 minutes after the power
● If an SD card is in the camera, demonstration will not
take place even if this mode is set to [ON].
switch is set to
.
OPERATION SOUND
OFF: Turns off the operation sound.
Enables you to set the operation BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on
sound or turn the operation
sound on/off.
or off, and at the beginning and end of recording.
[MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when
any operation is performed.
–
–
REMOTE
OFF: The camera does not receive the signal from the
remote control.
[ON]: Enables operation with the remote control.
Turns reception of the operation
signal from the remote control
on/off.
DROP DETECTION
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
To turn the unit on when the drop detection worked,
set the power switch to OFF, and to on again.
Setting this function helps
prevent damage to the HDD by
enabling the camera to turn off
the power automatically when,
for example, it detects that it has
been dropped.
–
CAUTION:
Setting this function to off increases the chances of
damaging the built-in hard disk if the camera is
accidentally dropped.
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EN
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Common Menus for All Modes (Continued)
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
੬
Press 49 and then select sub menus.
REC MEDIA SETTING
VIDEO MODE
–
[HDD] / SD
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15
39
40
Enables you to set the recording
medium for videos.
IMAGE MODE
Enables you to set the recording
medium for still images.
[HDD] / SD
FORMAT
Enables you to select the medium
to format.
[HDD] / SD
CLEAN UP
Enables you to select the medium
to clean up.
[HDD] / SD
COPY/MOVE
[COPY] / MOVE
Enables you to set whether to
duplicate or move still images
during dubbing.
48
40
0
NO. RESET
[VIDEO] / IMAGE
Enables you to select the file type
(videos or still images) when
resetting the file number.
Press 49 and then select sub menus.
DATE/DISPLAY
BRIGHT
Enables you to set the brightness
of the LCD monitor.
–
–
Adjust the brightness of the display using
press 49.
/
, then
DATE/TIME
Enables you to set whether to
display the current time on the
LCD monitor.
OFF: The date/time does not appear.
[AUTO]: The date/time appears for approx. 5 seconds
in the following cases.
●When the power switch is set from OFF to
●When playback starts
–
●When the date is changed during playback
ON: The date/time is always displayed.
NOTE:
You can set different settings for each mode (video
recording/playback and still image recording/playback).
SCENE COUNTER
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Activates the function.
–
Enables you to set whether to
display the counter in video mode.
LANGUAGE
Enables you to set the language
for menus.
[ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / ESPAÑOL /
13
PORTUGUÊS /
/
/
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53
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
DATE / TIME
੬
CLOCK ADJUST
Enables you to set the time.
13
DATE DISPLAY ORDER
Enables you to set the date and
time display format.
DATE ORDER:
year.month.day / [month.day.year] /
day.month.year
TIME:
–
–
24H / [12H]
DISPLAY
OFF: Turns off the on-screen display.
[ON]: Turns on the on-screen display.
Video Recording Menus
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
੬
REGISTER EVENT
ON/SELECT: Activates the function. After you activate
this function, you can select the event to register
videos to.
Enables you to turn on/off event
registration for any videos before
starting recording.
17
[OFF]: Disables the function.
QUALITY
Enables you to set the picture
quality for videos.
[ULTRA FINE] / FINE / NORMAL / ECONOMY
–
–
WIND CUT
Reduces noise caused by wind.
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Activates the function.
GAIN UP
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
Makes the subject appear bright
automatically when you record in
dark places. However, the overall
color tones appear grayish.
–
DIS
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
Compensates for hand shake.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake
is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions. In
–
this case, the
indicator blinks or goes out.
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on
a tripod.
Press 49 and then select sub menus.
CAMERA SETTING
–
ZOOM
Enables you to set the
maximum zoom ratio.
32X: Only optical zoom is available up to 32x.
[64X]: Digital zoom is available up to 64x.
800X: Digital zoom is available up to 800x.
18
TELE MACRO
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Activates the function.
You can shoot a subject as
large as possible at a distance
of approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft).
–
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EN
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Video Playback Menus
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
੬
CHANGE EVENT REG.
Enables you to change the event
registration of recorded video files.
BABY / BIRTHDAY / VACATION / HOLIDAY /
SPORTS / GRADUATION / ANNIVERSARY /
DAUGHTER / SON / CONGRATULATIONS / NON
SECTION
41
PLAYLIST
[PLAYLIST CONTENTS] / NEW LIST / EDIT /
42
34
Enables you to perform operations
related to playlists.
RENAME / DELETE
WIPE/FADER
These are special playback effects.
They add effects to the beginning
and end of playback.
[OFF] / FADER-WHITE / FADER-BLACK / FADER-
B.W / WIPE:CORNER / WIPE:WINDOW /
WIPE:SLIDE / WIPE:DOOR / WIPE:SCROLL /
WIPE:SHUTTER
EFFECT
These are special playback effects.
They add effects that alter color
tones.
[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE / CLASSIC FILM /
STROBE
34
PROTECT
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /
CANCEL ALL
38
37
Enables you to perform operations
related to protecting files.
DELETE
Enables you to perform operations
related to deleting files.
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL
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55
Still Image Recording Menus
Menus
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
[FINE] / STANDARD
੬
QUALITY
Enables you to set the picture
quality for still images.
–
SELF-TIMER
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC
This is the timer function. It starts
recording when the set time elapses
after the REC/SNAP button is
pressed.
–
21
–
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Activates the function.
This is the continuous shooting
function. It records still images
continuously while the REC/SNAP
button is pressed.
GAIN UP
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
Makes the subject appear bright
automatically when you record in
dark places. However, the overall
color tones appear grayish.
Press 49 and then select sub menus.
CAMERA SETTING
TELE MACRO
You can shoot a subject as large
as possible at a distance of
approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft).
–
–
[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Activates the function.
Still Image Playback Menus
Menus
DPOF
Enables you to configure settings
related to DPOF.
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)
੬
SELECT IMAGES / ALL1 / CHECK SETTINGS /
45
RESET
DIRECT PRINT
After you select this menu, connect the camera to a
printer with the USB cable.
46
34
Enables you to configure settings
related to printing.
EFFECT
These are special playback effects.
They add effects that alter color
tones.
[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE
PROTECT
Enables you to perform operations
related to protecting files.
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /
CANCEL ALL
38
37
DELETE
Enables you to perform operations
related to deleting files.
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL
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EN
Troubleshooting
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from a
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly.
To reset the camera
1) Press RESET using a piece of wire or other
pointed instrument. The power is turned off
once and turned on again automatically.
● To solve the problem, first follow the
instructions below.
● If the problem is not solved, reset the camera.
(੬ right column)
● If the problem persists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
RESET
2) If nothing happens, set the power switch to
OFF and remove the power supply (battery
pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then
reattach it.
3) Execute [PRESET] from the menu. The
camera returns to its factory-preset.
(੬ pg. 51)
Trouble
Power
Action
੬
● Connect the AC adapter securely.
● Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly.
● Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.
No power is supplied.
12
12
–
● When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode,
the access lamp lights, and the LCD monitor turns off.
To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as
zooming.
No display appears.
–
● The drop detection function operated.
Set the power switch to OFF, and turn the power on again. To
turn off the drop detection function, set [DROP DETECTION] to
[OFF].
The power was turned
off accidentally.
51
EN
57
Trouble
Displays
Action
੬
● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low
temperatures.
To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places
with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).
● When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light.
Check the remaining battery power.
The power/charge lamp
on the camera does not
light during charging.
–
14
● The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is discharged, so
the previously set date/time is erased.
Connect 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.
[SET DATE/TIME!]
appears.
12
13
● Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.
● When the LCD monitor's LED light reaches the end of its service
life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
52
–
● 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 %)
Colored bright spots
appear on the LCD
monitor.
–
● Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.
Image does not appear
on the LCD monitor.
52
18
● Such a phenomenon will occur if the image is recorded at 16:9
mode. Record videos at 4:3 mode if playing back on a 4:3 screen
TV.
Image appears to be
slightly vertically
stretched when playing
back on a 4:3 screen TV.
Recording
● Replace with new recording medium or delete unnecessary files.
● Select the recording medium properly.
Recording cannot be
performed.
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15
● This is not a malfunction.
When shooting a
subject illuminated by
bright light, vertical
lines appear.
–
● This is not a malfunction.
When the screen is
under direct sunlight
during shooting, the
screen becomes red or
black for an instant.
–
● Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON].
During recording, the
date/time does not
appear.
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58
EN
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Trouble
Action
੬
Recording (Continued)
● Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS, and other functions
that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.
The LCD monitor
indications blink.
–
● Set [ZOOM] to [64X] or [800X].
● Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode.
Digital zoom does not
work.
53
–
● In bright places, setting “Nightalive” or a slow speed is not
recommended.
The recorded image is
white.
24
● Set focus to the automatic mode.
● Clean the lens and check the focus again.
The focus is not
adjusted automatically.
23
62
● Try manual white balance adjustment.
● Try backlight compensation or manual exposure.
● Try manual exposure.
The color of the image
looks strange.
23
The recorded image is
too dark.
23
25
The recorded image is
too bright.
23
24
–
● Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE)
mode before setting white balance.
White balance setting
cannot be activated.
● The continuous shooting speed will drop when repeatedly making
continuous shots, when using certain recording media, or under
certain recording conditions.
The continuous
shooting speed of still
images is slow.
Playback
● Select the recording medium properly.
● To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or channel that
is appropriate for video playback.
Playback cannot be
performed.
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32
● The surface of the disk or card is damaged. It is recommended to
run check disk regularly on the PC, providing that there is no data
on the hard disk of the camera.
The same image is
displayed for a long
time during video
playback, or motion is
choppy.
–
● Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE)
mode.
The black & white fader
does not work.
35
–
● The sound of the hard disk drive may have been recorded if the
camera was moved suddenly during recording. Do not move or
shake the camera suddenly during recording.
There is a noise during
playback.
EN
59
Trouble
Action
੬
Editing / Printing
● Remove protection from the files and delete them.
Files cannot be deleted.
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53
● This is not a malfunction.
This can be avoided by recording with DIS activated.
When the image is
printed from the printer,
a black bar appears at
the bottom of the
screen.
Other problems
● There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or more)
stored in the recording medium. Copy the stored files to a PC,
and delete them from the recording medium.
The data process is too
slow after the power is
switched on or the
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15
mode is changed.
● Push the SD card in a few more times.
The SD card cannot be
removed from the
camera.
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EN
Warning Indications
The following indications appear on the screen.
Indication
Meaning
੬
● Displays the remaining battery power.
Remaining power level
–
(Battery indicator)
High
Exhausted
● As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off
automatically.
–
● Appears when the date/time is not set.
● Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and
the previously set date/time is erased.
SET DATE/TIME!
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57
● Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on with the power
LENS CAP
–
switch set to
if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.
● Appears when there is no SD card inserted in the SD slot.
● Appears when the built-in hard disk needs to be formatted.
● Appears when an unformatted SD card is inserted.
PLEASE INSERT
MEMORY CARD!
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HARD DISK DRIVE IS
NOT FORMATTED
THIS CARD IS NOT
FORMATTED
● Appears when some errors occurred 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.
HDD ERROR!
MEMORY CARD
ERROR!
–
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● Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media.
● It is recommended to run check disk regularly on the PC,
providing that there is no data on the hard disk of the camera.
40
–
● Appears when you attempt recording when the write/erase
protection tab on the SD card is set to the “LOCK” position.
CHECK CARD’S WRITE
PROTECTION SWITCH
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–
● Appears if there are no video files when you attempt video
playback.
NO VIDEO FILES STORED!
● Appears if there are no still image files when you attempt still
image playback.
NO IMAGE FILES
STORED!
–
● Appears when the SD card is not inserted to the SD slot for file
copy/move operation.
NO MEMORY CARD
–
● Appears when there are no JPEG (still image) files to be copied or
moved in recording media.
NO SUPPORTED FILES
–
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Indication
Meaning
੬
● Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for
file copy/move operation.
NUMBER OF FOLDERS
OVERFLOW
–
● Appears when the camera does not recognize the loaded
SD card. Remove the card once and insert it again or
replace with another card.
MEMORY CARD ERROR!
REINSERT CARD OR CHANGE
CARD.
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● The file system of the recording medium may have a
problem. It is recommended to copy the data for backup
purposes, then format the medium.
FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE
PROBLEM. FORMAT IS
RECOMMENDED AFTER
COPYING WANTED DATA.
● The video management file is broken. Recovery is
required to record or play back video files. Press
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 has been moved to the [EXTMOV] folder. Press the
REC/SNAP button on the index screen to display [MPG],
and then select the desired file.
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS
BROKEN. TO RECORD/
PLAYBACK VIDEO,
RECOVERY IS REQUIRED.
RECOVER?
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/
to
● The data cannot be recorded properly, or the video
management file has been deleted or cannot be found.
Video files have been moved to MPEG (EXTMOV) folder.
NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE
VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN
MOVED TO MPEG FOLDER
● Appears when the event information cannot be read.
CAN NOT READ EVENT
INFORMATION
–
● The management information of the playlist is broken.
Create the playlist again.
PLAYLIST’S MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION IS BROKEN.
REMAKE PLAYLIST AGAIN.
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● The video files registered in the playlist do not exist. Some
of the scenes may not be played back.
NO REGISTERED SCENES IN
PLAYLIST. SOME OF SCENES
MAY NOT BE PLAYED BACK.
–
–
–
–
● There are no scenes registered in the playlist. The playlist
will be deleted.
REGISTERED SCENES IN
PLAYLIST IS EMPTY. THIS
PLAYLIST WILL BE DELETED.
● The temperature of the camera is too high. Turn off the
power, then wait for a while.
CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS
GOING UP. TURN CAMERA
OFF, PLEASE WAIT.
● The temperature of the camera is too low. Keep the power
on and wait for a while.
CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS
TOO LOW. KEEP CAMERA
POWER ON, PLEASE WAIT.
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Warning Indications (Continued)
Indication
Meaning
੬
● Performance of recording medium is poor. Use the
Cleanup function [CLEAN UP] in the menu.
● The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the
recording medium is corrupted. Use an SD card that is
guaranteed to operate.
● The recording medium was subjected to vibrations or jolts.
Be careful not to subject the recording medium to
vibrations or jolts.
RECORDING FAILURE
40
3
15
–
● Appears when the built-in hard disk is full and recording is
not possible. Delete unnecessary files.
● Appears when the SD card is full and recording is not
possible.
Replace with new recording medium or delete
unnecessary files.
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● The data may not be recorded on the recording medium
correctly. Try recording again.
RECORDING MAY NOT BE
CORRECT ON THE MEMORY
CARD
–
● Otherwise, clean up the recording medium.
40
–
● The recording medium cannot be played back correctly. Try
playback again.
MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE
PLAYED BACK CORRECTLY
● The operation is not available in the video mode.
CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE
–
● 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.
DROP DETECTION WORKED
AND THE POWER IS TURNED
OFF
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Cleaning the Camera
Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.
To clean the exterior
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap
and wring it out well before wiping. 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.
To clean the lens
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been
disconnected.
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.
Cautions
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NOTES:
AC Adapter
● It is recommended that only genuine JVC
When using the AC adapter in areas other than
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 (50°F to 95°F)
Operation: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage: –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
● The lower the temperature, the longer the
recharging takes.
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
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.
To resume the original function of the accurate
battery power indication
Battery Packs
then run it down. However this function may not
work properly if the battery was used for a long
period of time under extremely high/low
The supplied battery
Terminals
pack is a lithium-ion
battery. Before using
the supplied battery
temperature condition or charged too many times.
pack or an optional
battery pack, be sure
to read the following
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.
• 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.
cautions:
● To avoid hazards
...do not burn.
...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.
...do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
...use only specified chargers.
● 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 “Temperature
range specifications” (੬ pg. 63). This is a
chemical reaction type battery — cooler
temperatures impede chemical reaction, while
warmer temperatures can prevent complete
charging.
● 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.)
● A malfunction may cause the recording
medium to fail to operate properly. JVC shall
not provide any compensation for any lost
contents.
...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.
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Cautions (Continued)
Recording Medium (Continued)
Main Unit
● For safety, DO NOT
...open the camera’s chassis.
● Do not strike or shake the hard disk.
● 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.
● Play back your trial recording to make sure the
video and audio have been recorded properly.
● When formatting or erasing data using the
camera, 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.
...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.
...place naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
...expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
● 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.
...in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
...near a television set.
...near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
...in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or
104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
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.
● The following phenomena for LCD monitor
● DO NOT leave the unit
...in places of over 50°C (122°F).
...in places where humidity is extremely low (below
35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
...in direct sunlight.
use 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.
...in a closed car in summer.
...near a heater.
...in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit in
high places while a cable is connected may result
in a malfunction if the cable is caught and the unit
falls onto the floor.
● 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.
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Changes or modifications not approved by
How to Handle a CD-ROM
JVC could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment. This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
● 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.
● 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.
Serious malfunctioning
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 center, 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.
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number
Trade Name
: GZ-MG31U
: JVC
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS
CORP.
Address
: 1700 Valley Road
Wayne, N. J. 07470
Telephone Number : 973-317–5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Specifications
Recording mode (audio)
ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
Camera
FINE:
NORMAL:
48 kHz, 384 kbps
48 kHz, 256 kbps
For general
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps
Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
Approx. 3.9 (4.1)* W
* When using the LED light
Approx. 6.5 W (Maximum; when charging a
battery)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
68 mm x 69 mm x 109 mm
(2-11/16" x 2-3/4" x 4-5/16")
Weight
Approx. 340 g (0.75 lbs)
(without battery, lens cap and strap)
Approx. 400 g (0.89 lbs)
(incl. battery, lens cap and strap)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 80%
For still image
Format
JPEG
Image size
One mode (640 x 480)
Picture quality
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
For connectors
AV
S-Video output:
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog, stereo
USB
Mini USB type B, USB 2.0 compliant
Storage temperature
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
Pickup
AC Adapter
1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD
Lens
F 2.0 to 4.5, f = 2.3 mm to 73.6 mm, 32:1 power
zoom lens
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output
DC 11 V
, 1 A
Filter diameter
ø30.5 mm
LCD monitor
2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active
matrix system
Speaker
Monaural
LED Light
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft)
(recommended shooting distance)
Remote Control
Power supply
DC 3 V
Battery life
Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of
use)
Operating distance
Within 5 m (16.4 ft)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
45 mm x 13 mm x 105 mm
(1-13/16" x 1-1/2" x 4-3/16")
Weight
For video/audio
Format
SD-VIDEO
Recording/Playback format
Video: MPEG-2
Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Signal format
Approx. 40 g (0.09 lbs)
(incl. battery)
NTSC standard
Recording mode (video)
ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)
Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
FINE:
NORMAL:
720 x 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR)
720 x 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)
ECONOMY: 352 x 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)
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Recording Time and Number of Images
The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images.
The number increases or decreases depending on the picture quality.
Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)
SD Card
Quality
HDD
[ ] = Factory-preset
128 MB 256 MB 512 MB
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[ULTRA FINE]
FINE
430
640
1
2
3
8
3
5
7
10
14
37
21
43
NORMAL
ECONOMY
850
6
27
57
2250
18
73
152
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
SD Card
Quality
HDD
[ ] = Factory-preset
128 MB
520
256 MB
1035
512 MB
2060
1 GB
2 GB
[FINE]
4160
8915
7750
9999
9999
STANDARD
1115
2225
4415
NOTE:
For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check
the compatibility of recording media” (੬ pg. 3).
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During both Video and Still Image Recording
11:30AM
NOV.10.2006
f Counter (੬ pg. 52)
a Selected Operation Mode Indicator
(੬ pg. 22)
: Auto Mode
: Manual Mode
g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)
(੬ pg. 16)
79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)
h Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator
(੬ pg. 53)
c Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ pg. 18, 21)
d Zoom Indicator (੬ pg. 18, 21)
e Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 23)
f White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 23)
g Brightness Control Indicator (੬ pg. 52)
h Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 60)
During Still Image Recording Only
i Date/Time (੬ pg. 52)
j Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 15, 52)
k Drop Detection Indicator (੬ pg. 51)
l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(੬ pg. 23)
640
FINE
m Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 24)
n Program AE Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 24)
o Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 24)
PHOTO
: Nightalive Indicator (੬ pg. 25)
p LED Light Indicator (੬ pg. 18, 21)
q
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 23)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(੬ pg. 25)
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(੬ pg. 25)
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 20)
b Focus Indicator (੬ pg. 20)
c Image Size: 640 (640 x 480)
d Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD
(standard) (੬ pg. 55)
e Remaining Number of Shots (੬ pg. 67)
f
: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(੬ pg. 21)
g Shooting Indicator (੬ pg. 20)
h Self-Timer Recording Indicator (੬ pg. 55)
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During Video Playback
During Still Image Playback
NOV.10.2006
11:30AM
NOV.10.
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 30)
2006
b Folder/File Number
d Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 60)
a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 26)
b
: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears
when playing back a playlist. ੬ pg. 44)
: Event Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file from
the event search. ੬ pg. 29)
: Date Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file from
the date search. ੬ pg. 28)
c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]
(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 53)
d Playback Mode (੬ pg. 27)
U : Playback
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. 52)
f Volume Level Indicator
g Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 60)
h Date/Time (੬ pg. 52)
i Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 15, 52)
j Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 34)
k Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (੬ pg. 34)
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Symbols
N
16:9 Mode ......................................................... 18 Nightalive .......................................................... 25
A
On-Screen Display ..........................................53, 68
B
Backlight Compensation ........................................ 25 Operation Sound ................................................. 51
Battery Pack ....................................................... 12
C
Changing Event Registration .................................. 54 Playlist .........................................................42, 54
Changing the Menu Settings ................................... 50 Power Switch ..................................................... 12
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium .......................40, 52 Power-Linked Operation ........................................ 10
Clock Adjust ....................................................... 53 Program AE ....................................................... 24
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder ................ 32 Protecting Files ........................................38, 54, 55
D
Data Battery ....................................................... 14 Recording Time ................................................... 67
Date Display Order .............................................. 53 Remote Control ..............................................33, 51
Date Index Screen ............................................... 28 Resetting the File Number ................................40, 52
Date/Time Setting ................................................ 13
Deleting Files ..................................................... 36
Drop Detection .................................................... 51
Dubbing ............................................................ 47
Slide Show ......................................................... 31
E
Effect .....................................................34, 54, 55 Spot Exposure Control .......................................... 25
Event Registration ..........................................17, 53 Still Image ....................................................20, 30
Event Screen ...................................................... 29
EXTMOV Folder .............................................17, 29
T
Tele Macro ....................................................53, 55
Tripod Mounting .................................................. 14
F
File Information ................................................... 37
Focus ............................................................... 23
Formatting a Recording Medium .........................39, 52
V
Video ...........................................................16, 26
W
G
White Balance .................................................... 23
Wind Cut ........................................................... 53
Wipe or Fader Effects ........................................... 34
Gain Up .......................................................53, 55
H
Hard Disk ............................................................ 2
Z
Zooming ......................................18, 21, 27, 31, 53
I
Image Rotation ................................................... 31
L
Language Setting ...........................................13, 52
LCD Monitor ..................................................10, 64
LED Light .....................................................18, 21
Lens Cap ............................................................. 9
M
Manual Exposure ................................................ 23
Manual Focus ..................................................... 23
Manual Recording ................................................ 22
MSET Menu ....................................................... 22
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