CAMCORDER
GZ-MS230 ꢀ
GZ-MS215 ꢀ
Basic User Guide
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on P.2 and P.21 to ensure safe
use of this product.
Some features explained in this manual only apply to the specific camera model identified.
This product comes with a “Basic User Guide (this manual)” and a “Detailed User Guide”.
Explains the ways of shooting in various situations and the
useful features.
Detailed User Guide
Access the following website on your PC
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Remember that this camcorder is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause
eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal
circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage
to the camcorder and to the user.
Carrying or holding the camcorder 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 camcorder.
Trademarks
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
•
CAUTION!
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, etc.) to the
camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
Windows® is either registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
•
States and/or other countries.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
iTunes, iMovie, iPhoto are trademarks of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
•
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YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.
Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
•
If this symbol is shown, it is only valid
in the European Union.
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registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Index
Safety Precautions .............................. 2
Index ................................................... 4
Verifying the Accessories .................... 4
Names of Parts and Functions ............ 5
Playing Back on TV ........................... 15
▶Copying ................................... 16
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR ............................... 16
▶Getting Started .......................... 6
Charging the Battery Pack .................. 6
Grip Adjustment .................................. 7
Inserting an SD card ........................... 7
Clock Setting ..................................... 10
▶Further Information .................. 17
Using the Menu ................................. 17
Recordable Time/Number of Images
........................................................... 18
Troubleshooting ................................ 19
Cautions ............................................ 21
Specifications .................................... 23
▶Recording ................................ 12
Video Recording ................................ 12
Still Image Recording ........................ 13
▶Playback .................................. 14
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
........................................................... 14
▶Learning About Advanced Operations
Use the “Detailed User Guide” on your PC to find out more about the advanced operations.
Access the following address on your PC
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Verifying the Accessories
AC Adapter
Battery Pack
USB Cable
(Type A - Mini Type B)
Power Cord *1
AP-V30M *1
BN-VG107E
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Basic User Guide
(this manual)
AV Cable
CD-ROM *2
Plug Adapter *3
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SD cards are sold separately.
For details on the types of cards that can be used on this unit, refer to P.8.
When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available
converter plug for the country or region of visit.
*1
To view the Detailed User Guide, connect to the internet and click “Read Detailed User Guide”.
*2
*3
If the AC outlet does not match the AC plug, use the provided plug adapter.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
4
Names of Parts and Functions
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B
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Lens/Lens Cover
Light
UPLOAD/EXPORT
(Upload/Export to iTunes) Button
Recording ：Takes videos in YouTube or
Stereo Microphone
LCD Monitor
Turns the power on/off by opening and
closing.
iTunes format.
Playback ：Changes the video to
YouTube or iTunes
format.
E
F
G
Slider
O
, (Power/Information) Button
Recording ：Displays the remaining
time as well as the
battery power during
continuous recording.
Playback ：Displays file information.
Press and hold to turn the power on/off
while the LCD monitor is opened.
Selects an image or item.
OK Button
Confirms the selected image or item.
Operation Buttons
Functions differently according to the
operation.
H
I
J
Menu (menu) Button ( P.17)
Speaker
P
Q
R
AV Terminal ( P.15, P.16)
Zoom/Volume Lever ( P.12, P.14)
ACCESS (Access) Lamp
Lights up/blinks during recording or
playback.
SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording)
Button ( P.13)
S
T
U
USB Terminal
K
L
POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)
Lamp ( P.6)
DC Terminal ( P.6)
START/STOP (Video Recording)
Button ( P.12)
+ (Play) Button
Switches between recording and
playback modes.
V
W
X
Y
Z
a
Lens Cover Switch ( P.12)
Grip Belt Release Lever
Grip Belt ( P.7)
M
ꢀ/ꢁ (Video/Still Image) Button
Switches between video and still
image modes.
Tripod Mounting Hole
SD Card Slot ( P.7)
Battery Release Lever ( P.6)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
5
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
Attach the battery pack.
* The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.
Connect the DC
terminal.
Cover
1
2
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
• Align the top of the battery
with the mark on this unit,
and slide in until the battery
clicks into place.
Charging Lamp
To detach the battery pack
■
Plug in the power.
3
Charging Lamp
(Base)
Charging in progress:
Blinks
Charging finished:
Goes out
.
CAUTION
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
●
If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and
performance cannot be guaranteed.
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Charging time: Approx. 1 h 50 m (using supplied battery pack)
* If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to
35°C, charging may take a longer time or it may not start.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
6
Grip Adjustment
1
Pull back the belt
2
Adjust the length
3
Attach the belt
.
Using as a Hand Strap
Remove the strap and loop it around your wrist.
While pressing A, pull B and remove the strap.
Press and hold
.
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When attaching the hand strap, insert C until it clicks into place.
Inserting an SD card
GZ-MS230 (Models with Built-in Memory)
When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the
card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the built-in memory runs out.
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Close the LCD monitor.
Open the cover.
1
2
3
(Base)
Insert an SD card.
Label
* Turn off the power of this unit
before inserting or removing a card.
.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
7
GZ-MS215 (Models with Dual Slot)
Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.
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This unit comes with two SD card slots. When two SD cards are inserted, recordings
can be continued on the other card even if one card is full.
Close the LCD monitor.
1
Open the cover.
2
Insert an SD card into slot A.
3
(Base)
Label
*
Turn off the power of this unit
before inserting or removing a card.
Slot A
Slot B
.
To remove the card
Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight.
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(Base)
.
NOTE
Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.
Manufacturer
Video
Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP
Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB)
SD card (256 MB to 2 GB), SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB)
Still Image
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Using cards other than those specified above may result in recording failure or
data loss.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
8
To use an SD card
(GZ-MS230 only)
To use SD cards that have
been used on other devices
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Recording and playback can be
performed on a card when “REC
MEDIA FOR VIDEO” or “REC MEDIA
FOR IMAGE” of media settings is set
to “SD CARD”.
Format (initialize) the card using
“FORMAT SD CARD” from media
settings.
All data on the card will be deleted
when it is formatted. Copy all files
on the card to a PC before
formatting.
① Display the menu.
①
Touch ꢃ to display the menu.
② Select “MEDIA SETTINGS” with
the slider and touch ꢂ.
Touch
③ Select “FORMAT SD CARD”
.
and touch ꢂ.
② Select “MEDIA SETTINGS” and
MEDIA SETTINGS
touch ꢂ.
REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO
REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.
VIDEO
DISPLAY SETTINGS
CLOCK ADJUST
FORMAT SD CARD
ERASE ALL DATA
BASIC SETTINGS
CONNECTION SETTINGS
SET
?
QUIT
.
MEDIA SETTINGS
④ (GZ-MS215 only)
SET
?
QUIT
.
Select the slot with the card to
③ Select “REC MEDIA FOR
VIDEO” or “REC MEDIA FOR
IMAGE”, and touch ꢂ.
format inserted, and touch ꢂ.
SLOT SELECTION
SLOT A
MEDIA SETTINGS
SLOT B
REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO
REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.
FORMAT SD CARD
SET
?
QUIT
.
ERASE ALL DATA
⑤
Select “FILE” and touch ꢂ.
SET
?
QUIT
.
FORMAT SD CARD
④
Select “SD CARD” and touch ꢂ.
FILE
MEDIA SETTINGS
FILE + MANAGEMENT NO
BUILT-IN MEMORY
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SET
?
QUIT
.
⑥
⑦
Select “YES” and touch ꢂ.
SET
?
QUIT
.
After formatting, touch ꢂ.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
9
Clock Setting
Select the region where you live
and touch ꢂ.
The city name and time difference is
displayed.
CLOCK/AREA SETTING
Open the LCD monitor.
1
5
●
A
V
.
●
The unit turns on. When the LCD
monitor is closed, the unit turns off.
GMT
1. 1. 2009 10:00
SAVE
QUIT
.
Select “YES” and touch ꢂ when
“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed.
2
NOTE
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Touch the slider and buttons
around the screen with your
fingers.
The slider and buttons do not
function if you touch them with
your fingernails or with gloves on.
Slider
① Select
SET DATE/TIME!
YES
NO
SET
●
●
The displays on the screen do not
work even if you touch them.
OK
MENU
“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed
when you turn on this unit after it
has not been used for a
prolonged period. Charge this unit
for more than 24 hours before
setting the clock.（ P.6）
②
Touch
Operation Buttons
.
●
Slide along the slider to select, then
touch the operation buttons to set.
Set the date and time.
Cursor
3
CLOCK SETTING
DATE
TIME
1
1
2009
10
00
SET
QUIT
.
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●
Use the slider to adjust the year,
month, day, hour and minute.
Touch the operation buttons “&” / “'”
to move the cursor.
After setting the date and time,
touch ꢂ.
4
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
10
To reset the clock
Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST”
from the menu.
To change the display
language
The language on the display can be
changed.
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① Display the menu.
① Display the menu.
Touch
Touch
.
.
② Select “CLOCK ADJUST” and
② Select “DISPLAY SETTINGS”
touch ꢂ.
and touch ꢂ.
VIDEO
DISPLAY SETTINGS
CLOCK ADJUST
VIDEO
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BASIC SETTINGS
DISPLAY SETTINGS
CONNECTION SETTINGS
MEDIA SETTINGS
CLOCK ADJUST
BASIC SETTINGS
SET
QUIT
?
.
CONNECTION SETTINGS
SET
?
QUIT
.
③ Select “CLOCK SETTING” and
③ Select “LANGUAGE” and touch
touch ꢂ.
ꢂ.
CLOCK ADJUST
CLOCK SETTING
DISPLAY SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
AREA SETTING
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
MONITOR BRIGHTNESS
LCD BACKLIGHT
SET
?
QUIT
.
SET
?
QUIT
.
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The subsequent setting operations
are the same as steps 3 - 5 on the
previous page.
④ Select the desired language and
touch ꢂ.
⑤
Touch ꢃ.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
11
Recording
Video Recording
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the auto mode.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.
Open the
lens cover.
Select
video mode.
Check if the recording mode is
Auto.
1
2
3
If the mode is
touch the
Manual,
button to switch.
•
The mode changes between
auto and manual with every touch.
•
Press
Touch
A
V
Zooming
Start recording.
4
Press again to stop.
•
(Wide angle)
(Telephoto)
Press
.
Indications during video recording
Video Quality
■
Remaining Recording Time
：Record-Standby
Scene Counter
：Recording in Progress
Recording Media
(GZ-MS215 :
Battery Indicator
/
)
.
NOTE
●
The estimated recording time of the supplied battery pack is approximately 50
minutes. ( P.18)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
12
Reducing Camera Shake (Video Recording)
When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during recording can be effectively reduced.
(White)：Image stabilizer ①
(Green)：Image stabilizer ②
(White)：OFF
Touch
The setting switches with every touch.
.
A
B
：Reduces camera shake.
：Reduces camera shake at wide angle effectively. It is also effective for recording
while walking.
NOTE
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It is recommended to set the image stabilizer to off when shooting a subject
of little movement with the unit on a tripod.
Complete stabilization may not be possible if camera shake is excessive.
Still Image Recording
Select still
image mode.
Set the focus on the subject.
1
2
Press halfway
Lights up in green
when focused
Press
Take a still image.
3
Press fully
AV
Lights up during still
image recording
.
Indications during still image recording
Image Size
■
Image Quality
Remaining Number of Shots
Recording in Progress
Recording Media
832
Shutter Speed
(GZ-MS215 :
/
)
Focus
Battery Indicator
.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
13
Playback
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Select and play back the recorded videos or still images from an index screen (thumbnail
display). The contents of the media selected in media settings ( P.9) are displayed on the index
screen.
Volume adjustment during
video playback
Select the playback mode.
1
Turn down
the volume
Turn up
the volume
Press
Select video or still image mode.
2
3
)
#
Press
■ To delete unwanted files
Play back a file.
Media being played back
(GZ-MS215 :
/
)
①
Select
① Select
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②
Touch
②
Touch
Select YES when the
confirmation message
Touch
to stop.
•
•
appears and touch
.
.
To capture a still image during playback
■
■
Pause the playback and press the SNAPSHOT button.
Usable operation buttons during playback
Display
ꢄ / ꢅ
ꢆ
During video playback
Playback/pause
During still image playback
Start/pause slideshow
Stop (returns to thumbnail display)
Advances to the next video
Returns to the beginning of the scene
Forward search
Stop (returns to thumbnail display)
Advances to the next still image
ꢇ
ꢈ
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Returns to the previous still image
-
-
-
-
Reverse search
Forward slow-motion
Reverse slow-motion
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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
14
Playing Back on TV
Connect to a TV.
1
* Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV.
●
Press the Power button for more than 2 seconds to turn off this unit.
Video Input
Yellow
To AV Terminal
Video Input
White
Red
Audio Input (L)
Audio Input (R)
AV
AV Cable
(Provided)
A
V
TV
.
Connect the AC adapter. ( P.6)
2
●
This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
Select the TV input switch.
3
4
Play back a file. ( P.14)
To play back with date/time display
■
Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the connection settings menu to “ON”.
Alternatively, set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to “DISPLAY ALL”
or “DISPLAY DATE ONLY”.
When images look unnatural on the TV
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●
Disconnect the cable and connect again.
Restart this unit by turning off and on.
Images do not appear on the TV
properly.
Images are projected vertically
on the TV.
Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the connection settings
menu to “4:3”.
Images are projected
horizontally on the TV.
Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.
NOTE
●
Please contact the TV manufacturer on questions or problems with setting
the TV to the correct mode.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
15
Copying
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR
You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR.
Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.
Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.
1
●
Press the Power button for more than 2 seconds to turn off this unit.
Video Input
Yellow
To AV Terminal
Video Input
White
Red
Audio Input (L)
Audio Input (R)
AV Cable
(Provided)
AV
AC Adapter To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
VCR/DVD Recorder
A
V
To DC Terminal
.
●
This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
Select the playback mode.
2
Press
AV
.
Prepare to record.
3
Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder
●
●
Switch to a compatible external input.
Insert compatible blank DVD or VHS to dub.
Preparation on this unit
●
●
Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the connection settings menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or
“16:9”) of the connecting TV.
To include the date during dubbing, set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the connection settings
menu to “ON”. Alternatively, set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to
“DISPLAY DATE ONLY”.
Start recording.
4
●
●
Start playback on this unit ( P.14) and press the record button on the recorder.
After playback is complete, stop the recording.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
16
Further Information
Using the Menu
You can configure various settings using
the menu.
Select the desired setting and
touch ꢂ.
3
Display the menu.
VIDEO
1
OFF
AGC
AUTO
SET
?
QUIT
Touch
.
.
●
The menu differs according to the
mode in use.
To exit the screen
Touch ꢃ (quit).
■
Select the desired menu and
touch ꢂ.
2
To return to the previous
screen
Touch “)”.
■
■
VIDEO
REGISTER EVENT
VIDEO QUALITY
ZOOM
To display the help file
Touch “*”.
GAIN UP
TIME-LAPSE RECORDING
SET
?
QUIT
●
For more information on the
settings, refer to the Detailed
User Guide.
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Customer Support Information
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.
JVC (for inquires regarding this unit)
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service
Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the
following information ready.
• Product Name, Model, Serial Number, Problem, Error Message
• PC (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB/GB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB))
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications
or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.
Pixela (for inquires regarding the provided software)
Region
Language
Phone #
USA and Canada
English
+1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)
Europe (UK, Germany, France,
English/German/French/Spanish
+800-1532-4865 (toll-free)
and Spain)
Other Countries in Europe
English/German/French/Spanish
+44-1489-564-764
Asia (Philippines)
English
+63-2-438-0090
China
Chinese
10800-163-0014 (toll-free)
Homepage: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.
.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
17
Recordable Time/Number of Images
You can check the video recording time by pressing the , (Power/Information) button.
Approximate Video Recording Time
Built-in Memory
SDHC Card
Quality
GZ-MS230
(8GB)
4 GB
56 m
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
ULTRA FINE
FINE
1 h 50 m
2 h 45 m
3 h 40 m
9 h 50 m
1 h 50 m
2 h 50 m
3 h 45 m
10 h
3 h 45 m
5 h 40 m
7 h 30 m
20 h
7 h 30 m
11 h 20 m
15 h
1 h 20 m
1 h 45 m
4 h 57 m
NORMAL
ECONOMY
40 h
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●
Built-in Memory applies to GZ-MS230 only.
The approximate recording time is only a guide. The actual recording time may
shorten depending on the shooting environment.
Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)
SD Card
ꢁ / ꢀ
Image Size
Quality
FINE
256 MB 512 MB 1 GB
2 GB
7590
970
1950
2930
2930
4180
3660
4880
3950
5930
5930
8480
7420
9890
ꢁ Still Image 832×624 (4:3)
STANDARD
FINE
1450
1450
2080
1820
2430
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
640×480 (4:3)
ꢀ Video
STANDARD
FINE
640×360 (16:9)
STANDARD
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Up to 9999 still images may be recorded on the SDHC cards with at least 4 GB
capacity (regardless of image size and quality).
Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)
Battery Pack Actual Recording Time
BN-VG107E 50 m
Continuous Recording Time
1 h 30 m
BN-VG114E
BN-VG121E
1 h 40 m
2 h 35 m
3 h 5 m
4 h 40 m
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The above are values when “LIGHT” is set to “OFF” and “LCD BACKLIGHT” is set to
“STANDARD”.
●
The actual recording time may be shorter if zooming is used or if recording is stopped
repeatedly. (It is recommended to prepare battery packs ready for three times the
expected recording time.)
●
When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even if the
battery pack is fully charged. (Replace the battery pack with a new one.)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
18
Troubleshooting
Before requesting service, consult the following chart or the "Troubleshooting" section
in the Detailed User Guide.
If the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest
JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. Refer also to the FAQ of new
products on JVC’s website. Refer also to the Q&A information of new products on
JVC’s website (http://www.jvc.com).
This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise
and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In
such a case, reset this unit.
Reset this unit when it does not function properly or when “...
Error” appears on the screen.
■
① Turn off the power. (Close the LCD monitor.)
② Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them,
and turn on the power again.
Trouble
Trouble
Action
Page
P.6
●
The battery pack is being charged.
POWER/CHARGE lamp
starts blinking when the
monitor is closed.
●
●
Check the ꢀ / ꢁ button.
Set to the recording mode with the +
button.
P.12
P.14
Recording cannot be
performed.
●
Turn off this unit, wait for a while,
and turn it on again. (This unit stops
automatically to protect the circuit
when the temperature rises.)
-
Recording stops by itself.
No date/time display.
●
●
Recording stops automatically after
12 hours of continuous recording.
-
-
Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the
playback menu accordingly.
●
Sometimes playback is interrupted at
the connecting section between two
scenes. This is not a malfunction.
-
Sound or video is
interrupted.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
19
●
●
Check the remaining battery power.
(When the battery pack is fully
charged, the lamp does not flash.)
When charging in either a hot or cold
environment, ensure that battery is
being charged within the permitted
temperature range. (Otherwise,
charging may stop to protect the
battery pack.)
P.12
P.6
The lamp does not flash
during battery pack
charging.
●
●
Remove any gloves.
-
-
Touch the slider and buttons with
your fingers to operate. (They do not
function if you touch them with your
fingernails or pen tips.)
The slider and operation
buttons do not work.
●
This is not a malfunction. (This unit
may become warm when used for a
long time.)
-
This unit heats up.
Warning Indications
Warning Indications
Action
Page
P.10
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Turn off and on this unit again.
RECORDING FAILURE
●
Make use of a file recorded with
this unit. (Files recorded with other
devices may not be playable. If the
file was recorded with this unit, then
it is corrupted.)
-
UNSUPPORTED SCENE!
(Video)/
UNSUPPORTED FILE! (Still
image)
●
●
Connect and copy your data to a
PC.
BACK UP RECORDED DATA
ON PC OR DISC
PERIODICALLY
-
-
(GZ-MS230 only)
If a video recording is stopped with
the actual recording time displayed
at “0:00:00:17” and below, the
video cannot be saved.
DATA RECORDED IS TOO
LITTLE UNABLE TO SAVE
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
20
Cautions
.
Battery Pack
Recording Medium
Be sure to follow the guidelines below
to prevent corruption or damage to your
recorded data.
•
The supplied battery pack is a Terminals
lithium-ion battery. Before using
the supplied battery pack or an
optional battery pack, be sure
Do not bend or drop the recording medium,
•
or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or
to read the following cautions:
vibrations.
Do not splash the recording medium with water.
•
Do not use, replace, or store the recording
•
medium in locations that are exposed to
To avoid hazards
•
strong static electricity or electrical noise.
... do not burn.
Do not turn off the camcorder power or
•
... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
... do not modify or disassemble.
remove the battery or AC adapter during
shooting, playback, or when otherwise
accessing the recording medium.
Do not bring the recording medium near
•
objects that have a strong magnetic field or
that emit strong electromagnetic waves.
... do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery
to overheat, explode or catch fire.
Do not store the recording medium in locations
•
with high temperature or high humidity.
Do not touch the metal parts.
•
... use only specified chargers.
To prevent damage and prolong service life
When formatting or erasing data using
the camcorder, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not
completely erased from the hard disk. If you
want to completely erase all of the data,
we recommend either using commercially
available software that is specially designed for
that purpose, or by physically destroying the
camcorder with a hammer etc.
•
•
•
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C
to 35°C. Cooler temperatures require longer
charging time, or in some cases stop charging
at all. Warmer temperatures prevent complete
charging, or in some cases stop charging at all.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
every 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period of time.
... remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
LCD Monitor
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
To prolong service life
•
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
.
.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
21
To prevent the unit from dropping,
•
Main Unit
Fasten the grip belt securely.
•
When using the camcorder with a tripod,
•
For safety, DO NOT
•
attach the camcorder to the tripod securely.
If the camcorder drops, you may be injured and
the camcorder may be damaged.
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance.
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the
power plug or an AC wall outlet.
... insert any objects in the camcorder.
Avoid using the unit
•
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.
... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
DO NOT leave the unit
•
... in places of over 50°C.
... in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
... in direct sunlight.
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater.
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit
in high places while a cable is connected may
result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and
the unit falls onto the floor.
To protect the unit, DO NOT
•
... allow it to become wet.
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
... swing it excessively when using the hand strap.
... swing the soft camcorder case excessively
when the camcorder is inside it.
... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,
such as on a beach.
.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
22
Specifications
Camera
Model name
GZ-MS230
GZ-MS215
Power supply
Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V, Using battery pack: DC 3.6 V
Power consumption
1.5 W (when light is set to “OFF” and monitor backlight is
set to “STANDARD”)
Dimensions (mm)
Mass
52 x 62 x 110 (W x H x D: excluding grip belt)
Approx. 200 g (camera only), Approx. 230 g (including
supplied battery pack)
Operating environment Allowable operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Allowable storage temperature: -20°C to 50°C
Allowable operating humidity: 35 % to 80 %
Image pickup device
Recording area (Video)
Recording area (Still image)
Lens
1/6" 800,000 pixels
410,000 pixels (optical zoom), 410,000 to 550,000 pixels (dynamic zoom)
550,000 pixels
F1.8 to F4.3, f= 2.2 mm to 85.8 mm
(35 mm conversion: 41.5 mm to 1619 mm)
Zoom (Video)
Optical zoom: Up to 39x
Dynamic zoom: Up to 45x
Digital zoom: Up to 800x
Optical zoom: Up to 39x
Dynamic zoom: Up to 45x
Digital zoom: Up to 900x
Zoom (Still image)
Video recording format
Still image recording format
Recording media
Optical zoom: Up to 39x
SD-VIDEO standard, Video: MPEG-2, Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)
JPEG standard
Built-in Memory (8 GB), SD/SDHC SD/SDHC card (1 or 2 cards,
card (commercially available)
commercially available)
Clock battery
Rechargeable battery
AC Adapter (AP-V30M)*
Power supply
Output
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
DC 5.2 V, 1.8 A
Allowable operating
temperature
0°C to 40°C (10°C to 35°C during charging)
Dimensions (mm)
Mass
50 x 29 x 100 (W x H x D: excluding cord and AC plug)
Approx. 112 g
When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available
converter plug for the country or region of visit.
*
●
The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for
further improvement without prior notice.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
23
Terms
A
M
N
R
S
AC adapter ................................ 6, 23
AV Connection ......................... 15, 16
Menu Settings ................................ 17
Number of Images ......................... 18
Recordable Time ........................... 18
SD Card ..................................... 8, 18
Viewing Files on TV ....................... 15
Zoom ............................................. 12
B
C
Battery Pack .............................. 6, 23
Clock Adjust ................................... 11
Copy (Back Up) ............................. 16
V
Z
D
Date/Time Setting .......................... 10
Deleting Files ................................. 14
F
L
Format SD Card .............................. 9
Language Setting .......................... 11
LCD Monitor .................................. 21
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1209MNH-SW-VM
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