JVC GZ MG57EK User Manual

ENGLISH

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

INSTRUCTIONS

HARD DISK CAMCORDER

PLAYBACK

GZ-MG57E/EK

EDITING/PRINTING

DUBBING

MENU SETTINGS

FURTHER

INFORMATION

To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO

MODE” to “OFF”. (੬ pg. 55)

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.

LYT1617-001A

Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera

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. 60)

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. 49)

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 centre, 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

problems must be considered and the local rules

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.

● If the battery operation time remains extremely

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. 41)

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. 38)/“Formatting a Recording

Medium” (੬ pg. 41).

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 or more on both sides, on

top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper,

or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,

should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must

be considered and the local rules or laws governing the

disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing.

IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in

your home or the cable is too short to reach a power

point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved

extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an

identical approved type, as originally fitted, and

to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to

remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,

to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent

connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug

then follow the instructions given below:

DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal

coded E or Green.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

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.)

Blue to N (Neutral)

or Black

Brown to L (Live)

or Red

Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can

cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the

malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a

risk of fire or electric shock.

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal

identifications of your plug, connect as follows:

Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.

Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.

If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

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.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

CAUTIONS:

● To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel.

● When you are not using the AC adapter for a long

period of time, it is recommended that you

disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

CAUTION:

To avoid electric

shock or damage

to the unit, first

firmly insert the

small end of the

power cord into

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.

the AC Adapter

● The rating information and safety caution of the AC

adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

until it is no longer

wobbly, and then

plug the larger

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.

end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

CAUTION:

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita

Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.

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.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in

any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged

in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and

consult your dealer.

Information for Users on Disposal of Old

Equipment

[European Union]

This symbol indicates that the

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose

dangerous voltages.

electrical and electronic

equipment should not be

disposed as general

household waste at its end-

of-life. Instead, the product

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is

unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is

designed for unattended operation or has a standby

mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment

and make sure that your family knows how to do this.

Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm

or handicapped people.

should be handed over to the

applicable collection point for

Attention:

This symbol is only

the recycling of electrical and

valid in the European

electronic equipment for

Union.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or

radios so that you are distracted from the requirements

of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst

driving.

proper treatment, recovery

and recycling in accordance

with your national legislation.

By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to

conserve natural resources and will help prevent

potential negative effects on the environment and

human health which could otherwise be caused by

inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more

information about collection point and recycling of this

product, please contact your local municipal office, your

household waste disposal service or the shop where

you purchased the product.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such

use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for

example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating

will cause damage and shorten the life of the

equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with

wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings

provided according to the instructions.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this

waste, in accordance with national legislation.

(Business users)

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain

or moisture.

If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our

web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information

about the take-back of the product.

ABOVE ALL

●

NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into

holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this could

result in a fatal electrical shock;

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in

accordance with applicable national legislation or other

rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical

and electronic equipment.

● NEVER guess or take chances with electrical

equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than

sorry!

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.)

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE

OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured

to meet international safety standards but, like any

electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to

obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

Trademarks

● Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. Dolby and double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

●

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt

to use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the

mains plug, extension leads and interconnections

between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch

off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing

connections.

MascotCapsule is a registered trademark of HI

CORPORATION in Japan.

reserved.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the

installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

●

Other product and company names included in this

instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered

trademarks of their respective holders.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

Contents

GETTING STARTED

PLAYBACK

Accessories .......................................................8

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..........................9

Attaching the Lens Cap ...................................9

Attaching the Core Filter .................................9

Index ..............................................................10

Indications on LCD Monitor ...............................12

Necessary Settings before Use .........................14

Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery

Pack) .............................................................14

Language Setting ..........................................15

Date/Time Setting .........................................15

Video

Video Playback ...............................................2 8

Various Operations during Playback ............2 9

File Search Function .....................................3 0

Date Index Screen ....................................3 0

Event Screen ............................................31

To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder ......31

Deleting a Video File ....................................31

Still image

Still Image Playback ........................................32

Other Settings .................................................16

File Search Function .....................................3 2

Slide Show ....................................................3 3

Image Rotation .............................................3 3

Playback Zoom .............................................3 3

Deleting a Still Image File .............................3 3

Grip Adjustment ............................................16

Tripod Mounting ............................................16

Data Battery System .....................................16

When Using an SD Card ...............................17

Video / Still image

RECORDING

Watching Images on TV/Remote Control ..........3 4

Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder ........34

Playback on TV ............................................34

Playback Using the Remote Control .............35

Video

Video Recording ..............................................18

Registering Files to Events ...........................19

Zooming ........................................................20

Changing the Screen Size ............................20

LED Light ......................................................20

Deleting a File ...............................................21

Checking the Remaining Space on the

Playback with Special Effects ...........................36

EDITING/PRINTING

Video / Still image

Recording Media ...........................................21

Managing Files ................................................38

Still image

Deleting Files ................................................38

Viewing File Information ...............................39

Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure ....... 40

Formatting a Recording Medium ..................41

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ................42

Resetting the File Number ............................42

Changing the Event Registration of Video Files

after Recording .............................................43

Still Image Recording .......................................22

Zooming ........................................................23

Continuous Shooting .....................................23

LED Light ......................................................23

Deleting a File ...............................................23

Video / Still image

Manual Recording ............................................24

Manual Setting in MSET Menu .....................24

Nightscope ....................................................27

Backlight Compensation ...............................27

Spot Exposure Control ..................................27

Video

Regarding This Manual

Button operations

● Button operations are illustrated as shown

below.

Playlists .........................................................44

Creating Playlists ..........................................44

Playing Back Playlists ...................................46

Other Operations of Playlists ........................46

ex.)

Still image

Print Setting ...................................................47

DPOF Print Setting .......................................47

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer ...........48

● Regarding the control lever (੬ pg. 11)

There are two kinds of operation using the

control lever: moving the lever towards up/

down/left/right, or pressing down the lever.

They are described and illustrated as shown

DUBBING

below.

ex.)

Video

1) Move the control lever downward:

Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs .....................49

Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation

Function) .......................................................49

Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing .....52

Press

2) Press down the control lever:

Still image

Press 49.

Copying/Moving Still Image Files .....................53

3) Operate 1) and 2) continuously:

MENU SETTINGS

Press

Select

to select, then press

Changing the Menu Settings .............................54

49.

Set

Common Menus for All Modes .....................55

Video Recording Menus ...............................57

Video Playback Menus .................................58

Still Image Recording Menus ........................59

Still Image Playback Menus ..........................59

Icons at the top of pages

otion playback

sed

FURTHER INFORMATION

Backward

Forward

Troubleshooting ..............................................60

Warning Indications .........................................64

Cleaning the Camera ........................................66

Cautions .........................................................67

Specifications ..................................................70

TERMS .............................................. Back cover

When there are icons at the top of pages, they

show whether the page is related to videos and/or

still images.

Page related to videos

Page related to still images

Page common to videos and still

images

Accessories

AC Adapter

AP-V14E or AP-V17E

Power Cord

(for AP-V14E only)

Battery Pack

BN-VF707U

Audio/Video Cable

USB Cable

Shoulder Strap

Lens Cap (੬ pg. 9)

(੬ SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION AND

USB CONNECTION

GUIDE)

(੬ pg. 9)

CD-ROM

Remote Control Unit

RM-V750U (੬ pg. 35)

Lithium Battery

CR2025 (for remote

control unit)

Core Filter (੬ pg. 9)

Pre-installed in the

remote control unit at

time of shipment.

NOTE:

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

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 filter to the DC cord. The

core filter reduces interference.

Attachment position (੬ right)

AC Adapter

DC Cord

Core Filter

Release the stopper.

3 cm

Wind once.

Index

How to open the LCD monitor

Push

and open the LCD monitor fully.

The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.

Power-linked operation

When the power switch is set to

can also turn the camera on/off by

opening/closing the LCD monitor.

, you

Controls

Indicators

Q Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]

(੬ pg. 14)

a Power Switch [OFF,

b Lock Button (੬ pg. 14)

] (੬ pg. 14)

R Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Lights up or blinks

when you access files. Do not turn off the

power or remove the battery pack/AC

adapter while accessing files.)

S Auto Lamp [AUTO] (Lights up in Auto

recording mode. Also lights up when

connecting to a DVD burner [sold

separately].) (੬ pg. 49)

c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (੬ pg. 20)

Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (੬ pg. 28)

d Light Button [LIGHT] (੬ pg. 20, 23)/

Information Button [INFO] (੬ pg. 39)

e Mode Switch [MODE] (੬ pg. 18, 22, 28, 32)

f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]

(੬ pg. 24)

g Menu Button [MENU] (੬ pg. 54)

h Delete Button [ ] (੬ pg. 21)

i Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP]

(੬ pg. 18, 22)

Other Parts

j Control Lever

T Reset Button [RESET] (੬ pg. 60)

U Speaker (੬ pg. 28)

V Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 14)

W Camera Sensor

Remote Sensor (੬ pg. 35)

X Lens

Y Stereo Microphone

a LED Light (੬ pg. 20, 23)

b Grip Strap (੬ pg. 16)

c SD Card Cover [OPEN] (੬ pg. 17)

d Stud Hole (੬ pg. 16)

: Reverse Skip (੬ pg. 29)/Up/Backlight

Compensation [ ] (੬ pg. 27)/Spot

Exposure Control [ ] (੬ pg. 27)

: Forward Skip (੬ pg. 29)/Down/Manual

Set [ ] (੬ pg. 24)

: Reverse Search [³] (੬ pg. 29)/Left/

Nightscope [NIGHT] (੬ pg. 27)

: Forward Search [ ⁵] (੬ pg. 29)/Right/

Switch Screen Size (16:9/4:3) [16:9]

(੬ pg. 20)

Press down: Play/Pause (49)

(੬ pg. 28, 32)

e Tripod Mounting Socket (੬ pg. 16)

k Index Button [INDEX] (੬ pg. 30)/Remaining

Space Button [ ] (੬ pg. 21)/Data Battery

Button [ ] (੬ pg. 16)

ATTENTION:

l Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ pg. 14)

● Be careful not to cover W, X, Y and Z during

shooting.

● 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. 34)

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. 14)

Indications on LCD Monitor

During both Video and Still Image Recording

During Video Recordin g Only

16:9

[0h56m]

11:30

10. 11. 2006

a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 18)

b Screen Size Indicator (੬ pg. 20)

c Wind Cut Indicator (੬ pg. 57)

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

(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 57)

e Remaining Time (੬ pg. 18, 71)

f Counter (੬ pg . 56)

a Selected Operation Mode Indicator

(੬ pg. 24)

: Auto Mode

: Manual Mode

g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)

(੬ pg. 18)

79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)

h Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) Indicator

(੬ pg. 57)

b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 57, 59)

c Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ pg. 20, 23)

d Zoom Indicator (੬ pg. 20, 23)

e Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 25)

f White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 25)

g Brightness Control Indicator (੬ pg. 56)

h Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 64)

During Still Image Recording Only

i Date/Time (੬ pg. 56)

j Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 17, 56)

k Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)

(੬ pg. 55)

640

FINE

l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

(੬ pg. 25)

PHOTO

m Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 26)

n Program AE Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 26)/

: Nightscope Indicator (੬ pg. 27)

o Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 26)

a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 22)

b Focus Indicator (੬ pg. 22)

c Image Size: 1280 (1280 x 960), 1024 (1024 x

768), 640 (640 x 480) (੬ pg. 59)

d Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD

(standard) (੬ pg. 59)

p LED Light Indicator (੬ pg. 20, 23)

: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 25)

: Backlight Compensation Indicator

(੬ pg. 27)

: Spot Exposure Control Indicator

(੬ pg. 27)

e Remaining Number of Shots (੬ pg. 71)

: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator

(੬ pg. 23)

g Shooting Indicator (੬ pg. 22)

h Self-Timer Recording Indicator (੬ pg. 59)

During Video Playback

During Still Image Playback

11:30

10.11.

2006

11:30

10.11.

a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 32)

2006

b Folder/File Number

c Slide Show Playback Indicator (੬ pg. 33)

d Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 64)

a Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 28)

: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears

when playing back a playlist. ੬ pg. 46)

: Event Search Playback Indicator

(Appears when playing back a video file from

the event search. ੬ pg. 31)

: Date Search Playback Indicator

(Appears when playing back a video file from

the date search. ੬ pg. 30)

e Date/Time (੬ pg. 56)

f Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 17, 56)

g Drop Detection Indica tor (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)

(੬ pg. 55)

h Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)

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

(normal), [E] (economy) (੬ pg. 57)

d Playback Mode (੬ pg. 29)

U : Playback

9 : Pause

: Forward High-Speed Search

: Reverse High-Speed Search

9U : Forward Slow-Motion

Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion

(The number on the left shows speed.)

e Counter (੬ pg. 56)

f Volume Level Indicator

g Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 64)

h Date/Time (੬ pg. 56)

i Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 17, 56)

j Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when

[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)

(੬ pg. 55)

k Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 36)

l Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (੬ pg. 36)

Necessary Settings before Use

Be sure to configure the following three settings

before use.

Charge the battery pack by

connecting to the AC adapter.

Open the cover.

Power Related Preparations

(Using the Battery Pack)

Connector

Set the power switch to OFF.

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Power off

Playback

Recording

Lock button

To AC Outlet

(110V to 240V)

Attach the battery pack.

Slide the battery pack down until it locks in

place.

AC Adapter

(ex. AP-V17E)*

Bottom of the Camera

BATT.

* If the provided AC adapter is AP-V14E,

connect the power cord to the AC adapter,

and plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

● The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate

charging has started.

● When the lamp goes out, charging is

finished. Unplug the AC adapter (or the

power cord) from the AC outlet and

disconnect the AC adapter from the camera.

To detach the battery pack

Slide and hold BATT. (੬ step 2), then remove

the battery pack.

Controls in this section

Power/Charge Lamp

To check the remaining battery power

(੬ pg. 16)

Required charging / recording time

Power Switch

Recording

time

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.)

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.

/ 49

INDEX

Language Setting

Date/Time Setting

The language on the display can be changed.

(੬ pg. 56)

The recording start date/time is recorded on the

video/still image file and it can be checked by

pressing INFO. (੬ pg. 28, 32)

In addition, you can find the desired file from

the date index screen. (੬ pg. 30)

Open the LCD monitor. (੬ pg. 10)

Set the power switch to or

After performing step 1-4 in “Language

Setting” (੬ pg. 15)

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Power off

Select [CLOCK ADJUST].

Playback

Recording

CLOCK ADJUST

Select

DATE

31 01

TIME

2006 11 : 07

Lock button

Set

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

Set the date and time.

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

Select

WIND CUT

Set

Select [DATE/DISPLAY].

Repeat this step to input the month, day,

year, hour and minute.

DATE/TIME

Select

SCENE COUNTER

LANGUAGE

Set

CLOCK ADJUST

DATE DISPLAY ORDER

Select [LANGUAGE].

Select

You have now finished configuring the

necessary settings.

ENGLISH

Set

To use the camera right away

To record videos (੬ pg. 18)

To record still images (੬ pg. 22)

Select the desired language.

Select

To configure other settings (੬ pg. 16)

Set

Other Settings

Check which buttons to use in the illustration of

“Controls in this section” on page 14.

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

Set the power switch to OFF.

Slide while pressing down the lock button.

Power off

Playback

Recording

Lock button

BATTERY CONDITION

100%

MAX TIME

min

50%

Tripod Mounting

Bottom of the

Camera

NOTES:

● Battery information is displayed for approx. 5

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.

Change the recording medium

Preparation:

When Using an SD Card

By default, the HDD is set as the recording

medium. If you want to record to an SD card,

the following three operations need to be

performed.

● Set the power switch to

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

NOTE:

For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check

the compatibility of recording media” (੬ pg. 3).

Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].

Select

COPY/MOVE

NO. RESET

Insert an SD card

VIDEO MODE

IMAGE MODE

Set

Insert and remove the SD card only while the

power is turned off. Otherwise, data on the card

may be corrupted.

FORMAT

CLEAN UP

Select [VIDEO MODE] or [IMAGE

MODE].

Open the SD card cover.

Bottom of the

Camera

Select

HDD

Set

Select [SD].

Firmly insert the card with its clipped

edge first.

Select

Set

Clipped Edge

Do not touch the terminal on the reverse

side of the label.

To change the recording medium back to

the HDD

Select [HDD] in step 4.

Close the SD card cover.

Format an SD card when using it for

the first time

To remove an SD card

Push the SD card once.

After the card comes out a little, pull it out.

This will also ensure stable speeds and

operation when accessing the SD card.

For details on how to format an SD card, see

“Formatting a Recording Medium” (੬ pg. 41).

Video Recording

Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (੬ pg. 10)

2^{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 17.

Recording

Lock button

Zoom Lever

LIGHT/INFO

Press the REC/SNAP button

to start recording.

[7h10m]

● Approximate remaining time for

recording appears.

INDEX

/49

To stop recording

Press the REC/SNAP button again.

To change the picture quality (੬ pg. 57)

To register a file to an event (੬ pg. 19)

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

NOTES:

● By default, the camera is set to record videos in

4:3 size. To record videos in 16:9 size, see

“Changing the Screen Size” (੬ pg. 20).

● If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes

while the power is on using the battery pack, it

turns itself off automatically to conserve power.

To turn the camera on again, set the power

switch to OFF, then to

. When using

Select [REGISTER EVENT].

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.

● When the camera heats up, the 7REC

indicator flashes. If the camera continues to

heat up, shooting may be stopped to protect the

recording medium. In this case, turn off the

power, and then wait until the camera cools

down.

● If data cannot be recorded or saved properly,

the video files are not saved to the [SD_VIDEO]

folder, which is for regular videos. Instead, the

files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. To play

back these files, see “To Play Back Files in the

[EXTMOV] Folder” (੬ pg. 31).

Select

Set

Select [ON/SELECT].

SELECT EVENT

VACATION

1/3

Select

Set

NON SECTION

Select the event that you want to

Select

● Video files are given the names

MOV_001.MOD to MOV_009.MOD,

Set

MOV_00A.MOD to MOV_00F.MOD, and

MOV_010.MOD in order of recording.

● After recording video for 12 consecutive hours,

recording stops automatically.

● A new file will be created for every 4 GB of

continuous shooting.

● To select a different destination, select

[NEXT PAGE].

● To cancel the event registration, select

[NON SECTION].

● This camera records video in MPEG2 format

compliant with SD-VIDEO format. Remember

that this camera is not compatible with other

digital video formats.

The selected event is displayed on the

screen. Press the REC/SNAP button to

start recording.

● Before recording important video, be sure to

make a trial recording.

To search by event for a file to play back

(੬ pg. 31)

● Do not move or shake the camera suddenly

during recording. If you do so, the sound of the

hard disk drive may be recorded.

NOTE:

Once you select to register a file to a certain

event, the setting will remain even if you turn the

power off. Unless you change the setting, you will

previously selected.

Registering Files to Events

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. There are up to

3 different destinations within each event (for

example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).

Video Recording (Continued)

ATTENTION:

Zooming

Videos which have been recorded in 16:9 mode

may appear to be slightly vertically stretched on a

4:3 screen TV. Record videos in 4:3 size if playing

back on a 4:3 screen TV.

While recording

Zoom out

Zoom in

NOTES:

● If the recording mode is set to ECONOMY, you

cannot change the screen size.

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto

● If you want to burn the recorded videos onto

DVD discs, it is recommended not to mix 16:9

size videos and 4:3 size videos.

● If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may

appear to be slightly vertically stretched when

playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.

● You can zoom in up to 15x by using the optical

zoom.

● Zoom magnification over 15x is done through

digital image processing, and is therefore called

digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to

700x. Set [ZOOM] to [60X] or [700X]. (੬ pg. 57)

LED Light

Optical zoom (up to 15x)

If you select to use this function, the LED light

turns on to improve visibility during shooting.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

700

● Set the MODE switch to

Digital zoom (up to 700x)

16:9

NOTES:

● Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.

5 cm to the subject when the zoom lever is set

all the way to W.

● When you zoom into a subject close to the lens,

the camera may automatically zoom out

depending on the distance to the subject. In this

case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. (੬ pg. 57)

Each time you press the button, setting

changes.

The light remains on regardless

of the surrounding conditions.

Changing the Screen Size

The light turns on automatically

when shooting in insufficient light

conditions.

You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size.

By default, the camera is set to record videos at

the 4:3 size.

display

Disables this function.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

16:9

Each press switches the screen size.

Deleting a File

Checking the Remaining Space on the

Recording Media

The file most recently recorded will be deleted.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

After the recording is finished

● Set the MODE switch to

DELETE?

Example: When checking the HDD space

EXECUTE

CANCEL

MAX RECORDING TIME

FREE

USED

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

The maximum recording time is displayed for

each picture quality mode, and the remaining

space is indicated by a pie chart.

Set

Displayed picture quality mode

: ULTRA FINE

: FINE

: NORMAL

NOTE:

If the recording mode (video or still image) is

switched, or the power is turned off and on again

after recording, you cannot delete the file.

: ECONOMY

For details on the picture quality, see page 71.

To return to the normal screen

Press the

button again.

Still Image Recording

Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (੬ pg. 10)

^.2 ^{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 17.

Zoom Lever

Press the REC/SNAP button

to start recording.

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.

LIGHT/INFO

To change the picture quality (੬ pg. 59)

NOTES:

● Still images are recorded at 4:3 size. They cannot be recorded at 16:9 size.

● If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on using the battery pack, it turns itself off

automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to

. 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.

Zooming

LED Light

While recording

Zoom out

If you select to use this function, the LED light

turns on to improve visibility during shooting.

Zoom in

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto

● You can zoom up to 15x by using the optical

zoom.

● Digital zoom (੬ pg. 20) is not available.

Each time you press the button, setting

changes.

Continuous Shooting

The light remains on regardless

of the surrounding conditions.

If the continuous shooting mode is set to on,

keeping the REC/SNAP button pressed in

step 3 (੬ pg. 22) provides an effect similar to

serial photography. (Interval between still

images: approx. 0.3 seconds)

The light turns on automatically

when shooting in insufficient light

conditions.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

display

Disables this function.

Set the [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to

[ON]. (੬ pg. 59)

Deleting a File

The file most recently recorded will be deleted.

The

appears.

indicator

FINE

After the recording is finished

DELETE?

● Continuous shooting may not work well

depending on the recording medium.

● The continuous shooting speed will drop if this

function is used repeatedly.

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

Set

NOTE:

If the recording mode (video or still image) is

switched, or the power is turned off and on again

after recording, you cannot delete the file.

Manual Recording

About manual recording mode

Manual Setting in MSET Menu

This mode enables you to set the focus and

screen brightness manually. You need to switch

to this mode because auto recording mode,

which adjusts these settings automatically, is

selected by default.

You can use manual recording functions easily

by selecting items in the MSET menus.

After performing “To change to manual

recording mode” (੬ pg. 24)

To change to manual recording mode

Preparation:

[0h56m]

16:9

● Set the power switch to

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

AE AF WB S.SP P.AE EF

16:9

Select the desired menu.

Select

Press twice.

AUTO

AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

AE AF WB S.SP

Set

The

indicator appears.

For details on each menu, see pages 25 and

26.

To return to the auto recording mode

Press the AUTO button so that the indicator

appears.

Select the desired setting.

AUTO

AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

WB S.SP

Depending on the kind of settings you select,

you can set the value with

selecting.

after

Controls in this section

Power Switch

MODE Switch

The menu disappears and the indicator for

the set function appears.

AUTO

/ 49

MSET Menu

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

(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.

[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.)

[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 colours 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. 16) 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.

[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.

Nightscope

Spot Exposure Control

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted

from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording

with low light levels in dim locations.

Selection of a spot metering area enables more

precise exposure compensation. You can select

one of the three metering areas.

After performing “To change to manual

recording mode” (੬ pg. 24)

After performing “To change to manual

recording mode” (੬ pg. 24)

16:9

Press twice.

The

indicator appears.

The

indicator appears.

To cancel nightscope

Press

(NIGHT) so that the

indicator

Select the desired spot metering area

frame.

disappears.

[0h56m]

16:9

Select

NOTE:

It is recommended to use the tripod (੬ pg. 16)

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. 24)

16:9

The

indicator appears.

To cancel backlight compensation

Press ) twice so that the indicator

disappears.

(

Video Playback

^.2^{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

VIDEO

53/53

Recording

Index screen for

videos

Lock button

Zoom Lever/Speaker

Volume Control

LIGHT/INFO

● To change the medium to be played back,

see page 17.

Press

/ / to select the

desired file, then press 49

Select

Set

● To pause playback, press 49 again.

INDEX

To return to the index screen

Press INDEX when playback is paused.

To adjust the speaker volume

During playback, slide the speaker volume control towards + to turn the volume up, or towards – to

turn the volume down.

To turn the date display on/off

Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (੬ pg. 56)

To check the file information

Press INFO when playback is paused. (੬ pg. 39)

NOTES:

● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV. (੬ pg. 34)

● At the junctions between scenes, the image may stop momentarily or the sound may be interrupted.

However, this is not a malfunction.

● When the camera heats up, the U indicator flashes. If the camera continues to heat up, playback may

be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the camera power, and then wait until

the camera cools down.

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 centre 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.

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. 30)

To change the display

On the index screen

Select the recording date.

SEARCH DATE

07 07 2006

13 08 2006

20 08 2006

23 08 2006

02 09 2006

Each press switches the screen.

20.08.2006

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.

Event Screen

To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV]

Folder

If data cannot be recorded properly, the video

files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder.

(੬ pg. 19)

You can search the desired file by the event that

you registered the file to when recording.

(੬ pg. 19) After searching by the event, you

can search by the recording date to narrow

down the search.

1 Press the REC/SNAP button while the

index screen is displayed.

2 After [MPG] is displayed, press

After displaying the event screen in “To

change the display” (੬ pg. 30)

to select the file you want to play,

Select the event.

then press 49.

SEARCH EVENT

VACATION

1/3

To return to the index screen

Press the REC/SNAP button again.

● The file information and playlist creation functions

are not available for files in the [EXTMOV] folder.

● To move to the next page, select [NEXT

PAGE].

SEARCH EVENT

Deleting a Video File

ALL SCENES

07 07

13 08

2006

Preparation:

Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the file

on the index screen.

20 08

02 09

2006

Select the recording date.

20.08.2006

1/7

DELETE?

Select

Remaining files: 0059

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Set

You can select the file that you want to

delete by pressing

● To display all the files, select [ALL

SCENES].

Select [EXECUTE].

Select the desired file.

Select

Set

● During playback,

mark appears on the

top left corner of the screen.

To exit the file delete screen

Select [CANCEL] in step 2.

To change the event registration of a file

(੬ pg. 43)

Still Image Playback

2 ^{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

53/53

Index screen for

still image

Lock button

Zoom Lever

LIGHT/INFO

● To change the medium to be played back,

see page 17.

Press

/ / to select the

desired file, then press 49

Select

Set

● Press

next file.

to display the previous/

INDEX

To return to the index screen

Press INDEX.

To turn the date/time display on/off

Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (੬ pg. 56)

To check the file information

Press INFO when playback is paused. (੬ pg. 39)

File Search Function

One-touch operation enables you to switch the index

screen to the date index screen for the convenient file

search.

Index

screen

Date index

screen

● The event screen cannot be used for still images.

For details on operations, see page 30.

Slide Show

Playback Zoom

You can playback all the images stored in the

recording media automatically.

You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.

During playback

● During the slide show, pressing

files in descending order, and pressing

displays files in ascending order.

displays

Full view of the image

The

mark indicates the centre point of the

magnified area.

To end the slide show

Press 49 again.

● Press

area you want to view.

to move to the magnified

● To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.

Image Rotation

You can rotate a still image clockwise or

counterclockwise.

Deleting a Still Image File

Preparation:

Playback the still image. Alternatively, select the

file on the index screen.

During playback

Counterclockwise

DELETE?

Clockwise

Remaining files: 0059

EXECUTE

CANCEL

● Each time you press

rotates (90° 180°

270°

, the image

0°).

You can select the file that you want to

delete by pressing

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

Set

To exit the file delete screen

Select [CANCEL] in step 2.

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 colours 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,

VCR, or DVD Recorder

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:

● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service

Centre described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to

connect the end with a core filter to the camera. The core filter reduces interference.

● It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 14)

●

To connect the camera to a PC, refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE.

● This camera is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used with a

television of a different standard.

● When using S-video cable, also connect the AV cable.

Playback on TV

After connecting the camera to the TV in “Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder” (

੬

pg. 34)

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.

Start playback on the camera. (੬ pg. 28, 32)

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.

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

Remote Sensor

A Infrared Beam Transmitting Window

B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

Zoom In/Out (੬ pg. 20, 23)

C Up Button

Rotate Button (counterclockwise) (੬ pg. 33)

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. 44)

H START/STOP Button

I SNAPSHOT Button (੬ pg. 22)

J INFO Button (੬ pg. 39)

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. 33)

P INDEX Button

Lock Tab

Q DATE Button

Playback with Special Effects

You can add the following two types of special

effects before playback.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

Wipe or fader effects

the MODE switch.

Add effects at the beginning and end of videos.

These effects cannot be set for still images.

DATE/DISPLAY

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

Playback effects

Add effects that, for example, alter the colour

tones of videos.

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

PROTECT

DELETE

Select [WIPE/FADER] (Video only) or

[EFFECT].

WIPE:DOOR

Select

WIPE:SCROLL

WIPE:SHUTTER

OFF

Set

OFF

FADER:WHITE

FADER:BLACK

FADER:B.W

Select a desired effect.

Select

Set

For details on each effect, see page 37.

To turn off the effect

Select [OFF] in step 3.

Controls in this section

Power Switch

MODE Switch

/ 49

[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 colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out

from colour 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 centre of a black screen and wipes in toward

the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the

centre.

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 centre of a black screen toward the top and bottom,

or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre leaving a black

screen.

[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.

Managing Files

You can directly manage recorded files in the

camera.

Deleting Files

CAUTION:

Deleting with the

Button

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.

(੬ pg. 41)

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

Select the file to be deleted.

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DELETE?

Remaining files: 0059

EXECUTE

CANCEL

You can select the file that you want to

delete by pressing

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

Set

Controls in this section

MODE Switch

To exit the file delete screen

Select [CANCEL] in step 3.

NOTE:

If you press

Zoom Lever

Power Switch

during recording mode, the file

recorded most recently will be deleted. However,

if the recording mode (video or still image) is

switched or the power is turned off and on again

after recording, you cannot delete the file.

LIGHT/INFO

Deleting on Menu Screen

Preparation:

Select [EXECUTE].

If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3,

select [EXECUTE AND QUIT].

● Set the power switch to

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

the MODE switch.

Select

Set

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

NOTES:

PROTECT

DELETE

● Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete

them, release the protection first. (੬ pg. 40)

● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.

Check files before deleting.

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

Select [DELETE].

Select

DELETE ALL

CURRENT

Viewing File Information

Set

FILE SELECT

Preparation:

● For video files: Pause the playback.

Alternatively, select the file on the index

screen.

Select the desired menu.

Select

● For still images: Playback the still image.

Alternatively, select the file on the index

screen.

Set

● [CURRENT]:

Currently displayed file is deleted. You can

select the previous or next file by pressing

FILE

: MOV D0A. MOD

: PRG 001

: 01. 01.06 12:00

: 0:20:05

: ULTRA FINE

: OFF

FOLDER

DATE/TIME

PB TIME

QUALITY

PROTECT

● [FILE SELECT]:

You can choose multiple files to delete from

the index screen.

Video Files

1) Press

want to delete, then press 49.

• The mark appears on the file. To

to select the file you

FILE: File name

FOLDER: Folder name

DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording

PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file)

QUALITY: Image quality (੬ pg. 57)

select other files, repeat this step.

• If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the

preview screen is displayed. Sliding the

zoom lever towards W returns to the

index screen.

PROTECT: File protection status (੬ pg. 40)

2) Press MENU.

● [DELETE ALL]:

All files are deleted.

Still Image Files

FILE: File name

DELETE?

FOLDER: Folder name

Remaining files: 0059

DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording

SIZE: Image size (੬ pg. 59)

EXECUTE

CANCEL

QUALITY: Image quality (੬ pg. 59)

PROTECT: File protection status (੬ pg. 40)

To turn off the file information display

Press INFO again.

Managing Files (Continued)

Select [EXECUTE].

If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3,

select [QUIT].

Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Select the file type (video or still image) using

Select

the MODE switch.

Set

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

To release protection

PROTECT

Select the protected file in step 3.

DELETE

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

To release protection of all files

1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL], then press

49.

Select [PROTECT].

2) Press

press 49.

to select [EXECUTE], then

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 the desired menu.

Select

Write/erase protection tab

Set

● [CURRENT]:

Currently displayed file is protected. You

can select the previous or next file by

pressing

● [FILE SELECT]:

You can choose multiple files to protect from

index screen.

1) Press

want to protect, then press 49.

• The mark appears on the file. To

to select the file you

select other files, repeat this step.

• If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the

preview screen is displayed. Sliding the

zoom lever towards W returns to the

index screen.

2) Press MENU.

● [PROTECT ALL]:

All files are protected.

PROTECT?

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Formatting a Recording Medium

To make it more difficult to recover the data

on the hard disk

Even if you format the hard disk or erase the

data on the hard disk, sometimes the erased

data can be recovered by using data recovery

software etc. that are commercially available.

By pressing 49 while selecting [HDD] and

You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk

(HDD) or SD cards. You have to format newly-

purchased SD cards with this camera before

using them. This will also ensure stable speeds

and operation when accessing the recording

medium. Be aware that all files and data

including protected files will be erased by the

formatting process.

holding down the

button in step 4, you can

erase the data on the hard disk in a format that

is difficult to recover. Moreover, by repeating

this procedure, you can make the data even

more difficult to recover.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● When formatting in this way, a formatting

progress bar is displayed.

● If the formatting progress bar does not appear,

select [CANCEL] and try again from step 3.

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].

NOTE:

Do not format the recording medium on your PC.

Make sure that you format the recording medium

on the camera.

Select

VIDEO MODE

IMAGE MODE

FORMAT

Set

CLEAN UP

COPY/MOVE

NO. RESET

Select [FORMAT].

Select

HDD

Set

Select [HDD] or [SD].

Select

DO YOU WANT TO FORMAT

HARD DISK DRIVE?

ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED.

Set

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

Set

Managing Files (Continued)

Cleaning Up a Recording Medium

Resetting the File Number

Writing speed of recording media tends to

become slow after long periods of repeated

use. To regain the speed, execute cleanup

periodically. The cleanup function is equivalent

to a PC’s “Defragmentation” function.

By resetting the file number (name), a new

folder will be made. The new files you are going

to make will be stored in the new folder. It is

convenient to separate the new files from

previously recorded files.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Be sure to use the provided AC adapter for

the power supply when cleaning up a

recording medium. (੬ pg. 14)

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

DIS

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

Select and set items as follows.

[REC MEDIA SETTING]

[NO. RESET]

Select

Select and set items as follows.

[REC MEDIA SETTING] [CLEAN UP]

VIDEO

IMAGE

Set

Select

HDD

Set

Select the file type ([VIDEO] or

[IMAGE]).

Select

Select [HDD] or [SD].

EXECUTE NO. RESET

FOR VIDEO FILES

Set

CLEAN UP?

THIS PROCESS MAY

TAKE A WHILE.

Select

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Set

EXECUTE

CANCEL

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

Select [EXECUTE].

Set

Select

Set

● When cleanup is finished, [CLEANING UP

COMPLETED] appears. Press 49 to

complete the operation.

● Depending on the hard disk drive it may

take several minutes for the cleanup

process to be completed.

Changing the Event Registration of

Video Files after Recording

EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS

SAVE OPERATION CONTENT?

SAVE AND QUIT

DELETE AND QUIT

CANCEL

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

Select [SAVE AND QUIT].

Select

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

Set

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].

SELECT EVENT

1/3

Select

VACATION

Set

NON SECTION

Select a new event to register the file

to.

VIDEO

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Select

Set

● To move to the next page, select [NEXT

PAGE].

● To cancel the event registration, select

[NON SECTION].

Select the file you want to register.

Select

Set

● The

mark appears on the file. To select

other files, repeat this step.

● If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the

preview screen is displayed. Sliding the

zoom lever towards W returns to the index

screen.

Playlists

What is a Playlist?

It is a list that enables you to organise recorded

videos in order of preference.

Creating Playlists

After performing “To display the playlist

screen” (੬ pg. 44)

To display the playlist screen

Preparation:

Select [NEW LIST].

● Set the power switch to

Select

● Set the MODE switch to

NEW LIST

Set

IMPORT FROM EVENT

IMPORT FROM DATE

ALL SCENES

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

Select an item and display files.

PROTECT

Select

Select [PLAYLIST].

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.

NOTE:

You can display the playlist menu simply by

pressing the PLAYLIST button on the remote

control.

The files are

EDIT

displayed.

TOTAL

00h00m

See “Displaying

Files” (੬ pg. 45)

DVD1

for details.

Controls in this section

MODE Switch

Select the file to add to playlist.

Power Switch

Zoom Lever

EDIT

Select

TOTAL

00h00m

Set

DVD1

Insertion point

INDEX

Displaying Files

Select the insertion point.

Select

Details on how files are displayed in step 4 are

described below.

EDIT

TOTAL

30h15m

Set

DVD1

When selecting [IMPORT FROM

EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE]

All the files recorded on the same date are

displayed as a single file.

Originally, these files cannot be registered

separately. To register files separately, perform

“Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist” (੬ pg. 46) after

creating the playlist.

● To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.

QUIT PLAYLIST

SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?

SAVE AND QUIT

DELETE AND QUIT

CANCEL

Recording date: 12. 03. 2006

12. 0E3D.IT2006

11:00

13:00

15:00

Select [SAVE AND QUIT].

TOTAL

00h00m

Select

DVD1

Set

To check individual scenes

Use to select the file and press the

INDEX button. A list of individual scenes

To check a registered scene

1) Press after step 6 to move to the

registered file column shown on the right.

2) Use to select a file and press 49.

3) Press INDEX to return to the previous

screen.

appears.

● To display the preview screen, select a file

and press 49. Press again to return to the

previous screen.

To delete a registered scene

● Press INDEX again to stop checking.

1) Press

after step 6 to move to the

registered file column shown on the right.

When selecting [ALL SCENES]

2) Use

to select a file and press

Files can be displayed individually and registered

in order of preference.

NOTES:

● A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.

Recording date: 12. 03. 2006

● Each playlist can consist of a maximum of 99

scenes.

EDIT

11:00

13:00

15:00

TOTAL

00h00m

● If you delete the original files, the

corresponding files are also deleted from the

playlist.

● Files in the [EXTMOV] folder cannot be used to

create playlists.

DVD1

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. 44)

Preparation:

Perform “To display the playlist screen”

(੬ pg. 44).

Select [PLAYLIST CONTENTS].

PLAYLIST CONTENTS

Select

Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist

ALL SCENES

Set

01 10. 11. 06 11:30

02 15. 11. 06 23:00

3 Press

press 49.

4 Press

to select [EDIT], then

03 25. 11. 06 11:00

to select the playlist you

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. 44).

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.

Print Setting

Select [SELECT IMAGES].

DPOF TOTAL: 0

DPOF Print Setting

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Select

This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital

Print Order Format). You can set which images

to be printed and the number of prints with this

camera. This feature is useful to print with a

DPOF-compatible printer or for taking the

recording medium to a photo lab for printing.

Set

Number of prints

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

Select the desired file.

Select

Set

● If you slide and hold the zoom lever towards

T, the preview screen of the still image is

displayed.

Select [DPOF].

Select

Select the number of prints.

Select

RESET

SELECT IMAGES

ALL1

Set

CHECK SETTINGS

● To set print information for other images,

repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to

999 files.)

To cancel the selection

Set the number of prints to “00”.

Controls in this section

To print all still images (One print for each)

Zoom Lever

1) In step 3, press

press 49.

to select [ALL1], then

Power Switch

2) Press

press 49.

to select [EXECUTE], then

MODE Switch

To confirm DPOF settings

to select [CHECK

In step 3, press

SETTINGS], then press 49.

● If necessary, change the number of prints

for the desired file by following steps 4 and

To reset DPOF settings

1) In step 3, press

to select [RESET],

then press 49.

2) Press

press 49.

to select [EXECUTE], then

/ 49

Print Setting (Continued)

Press

press

to select menus and

to select settings.

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still

images can be printed easily by connecting the

camera directly to the printer with the USB cable.

DPOF setting can also be used. (

੬

pg. 47)

● [NUMBER OF PRINTS]:

The number of prints can be set from 1 to

99.

● [DATE]:

Set whether to print the date and time.

To Print by Selecting a Still Image

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Set the MODE switch to

Select [PRINT].

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

DPOF

Select

DIRECT PRINT

EFFECT

Set

PROTECT

DELETE

To stop printing after printing starts

1) Press 49.

Select [DIRECT PRINT].

Select

2) Press

to select [EXECUTE], then

press 49.

Set

● [PLEASE CONNECT PRINTER] appears.

NOTE:

If the printer is not recognised, or to print again

after direct printing with a PictBridge printer,

remove the USB cable, select [DIRECT PRINT]

in the menu again, and then reconnect the cable.

Connect the camera to the printer

with the USB cable.

● After a while, the print menu appears.

SELECTED PRINT

DPOF PRINT

To Print Using the DPOF Settings

CANCEL

If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can

use the DPOF settings. (੬ pg. 47)

Select [SELECTED PRINT].

After performing step 1-3

Select

PRINT THIS IMAGE

Select and set items as follows.

[DPOF PRINT] [PRINT]

Select

Set

SET

Select the desired Image.

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

OFF

Set

CANCEL

Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs

Preparation:

Set the power switch to OFF.

Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing

(DVD Creation Function)

Connecting the camera to a DVD burner (CU-

VD10, sold separately) enables you to dub the

video files in the camera to a DVD disc.

Connect the camera to a DVD burner

with the USB cable provided with the

DVD burner.

For details, see the DVD burner’s

instruction manual.

Connect the AC adapter to the

camera.

Set the power switch to

The auto lamp lights up green, and the

screen as shown below is displayed.

Supported discs: DVD-R, DVD-RW

CREATE DVD

● Regarding DVD-R discs, only unused DVD-R

discs can be used. Regarding DVD-RW discs,

used DVD-RW discs can also be used, but

they need to be formatted before recording.

Formatting a disc deletes all content recorded

on the disc up until that time.

SELECT FROM EVENT

SELECT FROM DATE

SELECT FROM PLAYLIST

SELECT FROM HISTORY

ALL SCENES

PLAY DVD

● After dubbing, the disc is automatically

finalised so that it can be played on other

devices. After finalising, the disc is a play-only

disc, so no more files can be added.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

Controls in this section

Power Switch

/ 49

INDEX

Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)

Select the desired disc number.

Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD

Creation Function) (Continued)

Select an item and display the DVD

Creation List for the files to be

dubbed.

● If you select [ALL DISCS], all discs in the list

are created.

● To check individual files

Select

Use

to select the file number and

press the INDEX button. A list of individual

scenes appears.

Set

• To display the preview screen, select a file

and press 49. Press again to return to the

previous screen.

● [SELECT FROM EVENT]:

Search for an event and display the

corresponding files listed by recording date.

• Press INDEX again to stop checking.

Press

then press 49.

● [SELECT FROM DATE]:

Display the files recorded on selected dates

listed by recording date.

Press

then press 49.

● [SELECT FROM PLAYLIST]:

Playlists are displayed in a list in the

selection order.

to select the event,

ALL WILL BE CREATED

TIME REQUIRED: 45 MIN

EXECUTE

CANCEL

to select the recording date,

Select [EXECUTE].

Select

Set

1)Press

to select the desired list,

then press 49. To select other lists,

● The DVD disc begins to be created.

● When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]

appears, change the disc. The second DVD

disc begins to be created.

repeat this process.

2)Press

● [SELECT FROM HISTORY]:

Create a DVD disc identical to the one

created last time. The last creation date is

displayed. (Up to 20 files)

COMPLETED

CONTINUE

Press

49.

to select the date, then press

● [ALL SCENES]:

Display all files individually.

DVD CREATION LIST

Files for dubbing

are displayed.

ALL DISCS

DVD1

10. 10. 2006

11. 10. 2006

12. 10. 2006

13. 10. 2006

Disc number

DVD2

DVD3

● To continue creating DVD discs, select

[CONTINUE] and press 49.

Make sure to read “DVD Creation List”

(੬ pg. 51) before proceeding to the

next procedure.

To check whether the DVD disc was created

properly

Select [PLAY DVD] in the screen that appears

in step 3 and press 49.

You can also playback the DVD on the TV by

connecting the camera with the audio/video

cable.

Press INDEX to stop checking.

DVD Creation List

Menu for Disc Playback

DVD discs created with the camera can be

played on compatible DVD players or other

devices.

● An individual date or individual playlist becomes

one title.

Displaying Files for Dubbing

Files for dubbing can be displayed in two ways

shown below.

● The discs are configured so that playback begins

automatically when they are inserted in devices.

● To display the top menu, press the corresponding

menu button of the other device.

Displaying file by recording date or playlist

Multiple files are displayed as a single file.

Recording date: 10. 10. 2006

11:00

25. 10. 2006

DVD 01

23:09

DVD CREATION LIST

To display other

pages, use these

arrows.

7/53

13:00

ALL DISCS

DVD1

10.10.2006

11.10.2006

12.10.2006

13.10.2006

BOSTON

07. 10. 2006 09. 10. 2006

BOSTON

11. 10. 2006

DVD2

DVD3

15:00

2h 14m

Displaying file individually

Files are displayed individually.

Recording date: 10. 10. 2006

11:00

DVD CREATION LIST

13:00

15:00

ALL DISCS

DVD1

10.10.2006

13.10.2006

DVD2

DVD3

Disc Number

Disc number shows the number of DVD discs

you can create. The dubbing range of each disc

is automatically allocated, presuming that all

the files are to be dubbed from the first one on

the list. This dubbing range cannot be changed.

ex.)“DVD1” records 2 files, “10.10.2006” and

“11.10.2006”.

ALL DISCS

DVD1

10. 10. 2006

11. 10. 2006

12. 10. 2006

13. 10. 2006

DVD2

DVD3

Mark that shows that the disc is created

already.

Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)

Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for

Dubbing

Preparation:

Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder.

(੬ pg. 34)

Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX

input mode.

Start playback on the camera.

● To playback videos (੬ pg. 28)

● To playback playlists (੬ pg. 46)

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.

Copying/Moving Still Image Files

Check which buttons to use in the illustration of

“Controls in this section” on page 49.

Set the direction of copy/move.

(HDD ] SD or SD ] HDD)

You can copy or move still image files between

the HDD and SD card using the on-screen

display.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to

● Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD

slot.

● Make sure that enough free space is left in the

copy/move destination medium.

Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to

copy/move.

GAIN UP

CAMERA SETTING

BASIC SETTING

REC MEDIA SETTING

DATE/DISPLAY

QUALITY

SELF-TIMER

● [FILE]:

Select when you want to transfer the

selected files.

Select and set items as follows.

[REC MEDIA SETTING]

MOVE]

[COPY/

1)Press

file, then press 49.

• The mark appears on the file. To

select other files, repeat this step.

to select the desired

Select

2)Press MENU.

● [ALL]:

Select when you want to transfer all files in

the recording medium.

COPY

MOVE

Set

Select the desired menu.

Select [EXECUTE].

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

● File transfer starts. When [COPYING

(MOVING) COMPLETED] appears, press

49.

To stop the file transfer

Press 49, then select [EXECUTE] and press

49.

source medium.

IMAGE COPY

MEDIA

HDD SD

FILE UNIT

ALL

NUMBER OF FILE

0059

EXECUTE

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Changing the Menu Settings

You can change the menu settings to customize

your camera.

Preparation:

● Select

(recording) or

(playback)

using the power switch.

● Some menus can be used for both operation

modes (recording/playback) and file types

(video/still image). Other menus can be used

depending on the selected file type and

operation mode.

● Select

MODE switch.

(video) or

(still image) using the

DATE/DISPLAY

CHANGE EVENT REG.

PLAYLIST

WIPE/FADER

EFFECT

● To see all the menus, scroll the screen.

PROTECT

DELETE

Select the desired menu.

WIPE:DOOR

Select

WIPE:SCROLL

WIPE:SHUTTER

OFF

Set

OFF

FADER:WHITE

FADER:BLACK

FADER:B.W

For details on each menu, see pages 55 to

59.

Select the desired menu setting.

Select

Set

To return to the previous screen

Press

To return to the normal screen

Press MENU.

To display the operation guide

Controls in this section

Press INFO when the menu screen is

displayed. (The operation guide is not displayed

depending on the type of the menu.) To remove

the operation guide, press INFO again.

Power Switch

MODE Switch

NOTE:

Even if the menu item is displayed, some items

cannot be set depending on the selected mode

(video/still image, recording/playback). In this

case, sub menus cannot be accessed and

settings cannot be changed.

LIGHT/INFO

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.

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

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.

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 / DEUTSCH / ESPAÑOL /

ITALIANO / NEDERLANDS / PORTUGUÊS /

РУССКИЙ / POLSKI / ČEŠTINA / TÜRKÇE

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

DATE / TIME

੬

CLOCK ADJUST

Enables you to set the time.

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

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.

[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

colour tones appear grayish.

–

DIS

OFF: Disables the function.

[ON]: Activates the function.

Compensates for hand shake.

NOTES:

● Accurate stabilisation 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.

15X: Only optical zoom is available up to 15x.

[60X]: Digital zoom is available up to 60x.

700X: Digital zoom is available up to 700x.

TELE MACRO

[OFF]: Disables the function.

ON: Activates the function.

You can shoot a subject as

large as possible at a distance

of approx. 50 cm.

–

Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)

Video Playback Menus

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

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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

PLAYLIST

[PLAYLIST CONTENTS] / NEW LIST / EDIT /

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 colour

tones.

[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE / CLASSIC FILM /

STROBE

PROTECT

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /

CANCEL ALL

Enables you to perform operations

related to protecting files.

DELETE

Enables you to perform operations

related to deleting files.

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL

Still Image Recording Menus

Menus

Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)

[FINE] / STANDARD

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QUALITY

Enables you to set the picture

quality for still images.

–

IMAGE SIZE

[1280 x 960] / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480

–

Enables you to select the picture

size 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.

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

colour 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. 50 cm.

–

[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 /

RESET

DIRECT PRINT

After you select this menu, connect the camera to a

printer with the USB cable.

Enables you to configure settings

related to printing.

EFFECT

These are special playback effects.

They add effects that alter colour

tones.

[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE

PROTECT

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /

Enables you to perform operations

related to protecting files.

CANCEL ALL

DELETE

Enables you to perform operations

related to deleting files.

[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL

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. 55)

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.

–

● 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.

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.

The power/charge lamp

on the camera does not

light during charging.

–

● When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light.

Check the remaining battery power.

● 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.

● 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.

–

● 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 %)

Coloured bright spots

appear on the LCD

monitor.

–

● Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

Image does not appear

on the LCD monitor.

● 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.

● 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.

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 [60X] or [700X].

● Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode.

Digital zoom does not

work.

–

● In bright places, setting “Nightscope” or a slow speed is not

recommended.

The recorded image is

white.

● Set focus to the automatic mode.

● Clean the lens and check the focus again.

The focus is not

adjusted automatically.

● Try manual white balance adjustment.

● Try backlight compensation or manual exposure.

● Try manual exposure.

The colour of the image

looks strange.

The recorded image is

too dark.

The recorded image is

too bright.

–

● 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.

● Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE)

mode.

The black & white fader

does not work.

–

● 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.

Trouble

Action

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Editing / Printing

● Remove protection from the files and delete them.

Files cannot be deleted.

● 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.