JVC Everio GZ MG27U User Manual

ENGLISH  
GETTING STARTED  
RECORDING  
8
INSTRUCTIONS  
16  
20  
HARD DISK CAMCORDER  
26  
30  
PLAYBACK  
GZ-MG37U  
GZ-MG27U  
EDITING/PRINTING  
DUBBING  
36  
47  
MENU SETTINGS  
52  
58  
FURTHER  
INFORMATION  
For Customer Use:  
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO  
Enter the Model No. (located on  
the bottom of the camera) and  
MODE” to “OFF”. (pg. 53)  
Serial No. (located on the battery  
pack mount of the camera) below.  
Retain this information for future  
reference.  
Dear Customer,  
Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before  
use, please read the safety information and precautions  
contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this  
product.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
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LYT1533-001D  
             
Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera  
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3
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. (pg. 58)  
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.  
(pg. 47)  
If a problem occurs with the SD card, bring  
the card together with the camera for  
repairs  
Make a trial recording  
Before the actual recording of important data,  
make a trial recording and play back the recorded  
data to check that the video and sound have been  
recorded correctly.  
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your  
dealer or JVC service center, be sure to bring your  
camera together with the SD card. If one of them is  
not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and  
the repair cannot be made properly.  
Check the compatibility of recording  
media  
Precautions on handling batteries  
The SD cards that are guaranteed to work with  
this camera are those by Panasonic, TOSHIBA,  
pqi (still image only) and SanDisk. If other media  
are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or  
they may lose data that had already been  
recorded.  
When discarding batteries, environmental  
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. (pg. 39)  
Make sure you hold the camera correctly  
during recording  
Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo  
microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or  
other object while recording. (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” (pg. 36)/“Formatting a Recording  
Medium” (pg. 39).  
 
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Safety Precautions  
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or  
on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space  
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/  
16") or more on both sides, on top and at the  
rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a  
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be  
able to get out.)  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an  
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the  
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted  
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
When discarding batteries, environmental  
problems must be considered and the local rules  
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries  
must be followed strictly.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping  
or splashing.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in  
the literature accompanying the appliance.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or  
places with water.  
Also do not place any containers filled with water  
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines,  
flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of  
this unit.  
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this  
equipment, fire or electric shock may be  
caused.)  
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO  
RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
NOTES:  
The rating plate and safety caution are on the  
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.  
The serial number plate is on the battery pack  
mount.  
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This  
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the  
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also  
a risk of fire or electric shock.  
The rating information and safety caution of the  
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.  
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery  
The battery used in this device may present a  
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.  
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above  
100°C or incinerate.  
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita  
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.  
CAUTION!  
The following notes concern possible physical  
damage to the camera and to the user.  
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD  
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a  
malfunction.  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel  
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious  
damage to the camera.  
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery  
is incorrectly replaced.  
Dispose of used battery promptly.  
Keep away from children.  
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in  
fire.  
CAUTION!  
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.)  
to the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is  
not recommended, as tripping on the cables will  
cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage.  
For USA-California Only  
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium  
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material –  
special handling may apply.  
perchlorate  
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5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install  
in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Remember that this camera is intended for  
private consumer use only.  
Any commercial use without proper  
permission is prohibited. (Even if you record  
an event such as a show, performance or  
exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is  
strongly recommended that you obtain  
permission beforehand.)  
Trademarks  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are  
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified  
by the manufacturer.  
MascotCapsule is a registered trademark of HI  
CORPORATION in Japan.  
Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION. All  
rights reserved.  
Other product and company names included in  
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or  
registered trademarks of their respective  
holders.  
10.Use only with the  
cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table  
specified by the  
manufacturer, or  
sold with the  
apparatus. When  
a cart is used, use  
caution when moving the cart/apparatus  
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.  
11.Unplug this apparatus during lightning  
storms or when unused for long periods of  
time.  
12.Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when the  
apparatus has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or plug is  
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the  
apparatus has been exposed to rain or  
moisture, does not operate normally, or has  
been dropped.  
 
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Contents  
GETTING STARTED  
PLAYBACK  
Accessories .......................................................8  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap .........................9  
Attaching the Lens Cap ..................................9  
Attaching the Core Filter ................................9  
Index ..............................................................10  
Necessary Settings before Use .........................12  
Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery  
Pack) ............................................................12  
Language Setting .........................................13  
Date/Time Setting ........................................13  
Video  
Video Playback ...............................................26  
Various Operations during Playback ........... 27  
Event Screen ........................................... 29  
Deleting a Video File ................................... 29  
Other Settings .................................................14  
Still Image Playback ........................................30  
Grip Adjustment ...........................................14  
Tripod Mounting ...........................................14  
Data Battery System ....................................14  
When Using an SD Card ..............................15  
Slide Show ................................................... 31  
RECORDING  
Video / Still image  
Video  
Watching Images on TV/Remote Control ..........32  
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder .......32  
Playback on TV ........................................... 32  
Playback Using the Remote Control ............ 33  
Playback with Special Effects ...........................34  
Video Recording ..............................................16  
Registering Files to Events ..........................17  
Zooming .......................................................18  
Changing the Screen Size ...........................18  
LED Light .....................................................18  
Deleting a File ..............................................19  
Checking the Remaining Space on the  
EDITING/PRINTING  
Recording Media ..........................................19  
Video / Still image  
Still image  
Managing Files ................................................36  
Still Image Recording .......................................20  
Deleting Files ............................................... 36  
Viewing File Information .............................. 37  
Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure .......38  
Formatting a Recording Medium ................. 39  
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ............... 40  
Resetting the File Number ........................... 40  
Changing the Event Registration of Video Files  
after Recording ............................................ 41  
Zooming .......................................................21  
Continuous Shooting ....................................21  
LED Light .....................................................21  
Deleting a File ..............................................21  
Video / Still image  
Manual Recording ............................................22  
Manual Setting in MSET Menu ....................22  
Nightalive .....................................................25  
Backlight Compensation ..............................25  
Spot Exposure Control .................................25  
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Video  
Button operations  
Button operations are illustrated as shown  
below.  
Playlists .........................................................42  
Creating Playlists ......................................... 42  
Playing Back Playlists .................................. 44  
Other Operations of Playlists ....................... 44  
ex.)  
Still image  
Print Setting ...................................................45  
DPOF Print Setting ...................................... 45  
Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer .......... 46  
There are two kinds of operation using the  
DUBBING  
Video  
1) Move the control lever downward:  
Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs .....................47  
Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation  
Function) ...................................................... 47  
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing .... 50  
Press  
.
Still image  
Press 49.  
Copying/Moving Still Image Files .....................51  
MENU SETTINGS  
Press  
/
/
/
Select  
Set  
to select, then press  
Changing the Menu Settings .............................52  
49.  
Common Menus for All Modes .................... 53  
Video Recording Menus .............................. 55  
Video Playback Menus ................................ 56  
Still Image Recording Menus ....................... 57  
Still Image Playback Menus ......................... 57  
Icons at the top of pages  
27  
EN  
otion playback  
sed  
FURTHER INFORMATION  
Backward  
Forward  
Troubleshooting ..............................................58  
Warning Indications .........................................62  
Cleaning the Camera ........................................64  
Cautions .........................................................65  
Specifications ..................................................68  
Indications on LCD Monitor ..............................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  
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EN  
Accessories  
or  
AC Adapter  
AP-V18U / AP-V14U  
Battery Pack  
BN-VF707U  
Audio/Video Cable  
USB Cable  
(SOFTWARE  
Shoulder Strap  
Lens Cap (pg. 9)  
CD-ROM  
(pg. 9)  
INSTALLATION AND  
USB CONNECTION  
GUIDE)  
Remote Control Unit  
RM-V730U (pg. 33)  
Lithium Battery  
CR2025 (for remote  
control unit)  
Pre-installed in the  
remote control unit at  
time of shipment.  
Core Filter for Cables (pg. 9)  
Large (A): Audio/Video Cable  
Large (B): USB Cable  
Small : DC Cord  
 
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Attaching the Shoulder Strap  
Peel off the pad and thread the Thread the strap through the  
Position the buckle near the  
end of the strap through the  
eyelet.  
buckle, adjust its length, and use eyelet and reattach the pad.  
the strap guide to fix it in place.  
Strap Guide  
Buckle  
Eyelet  
Attaching the Lens Cap  
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration.  
Place here during  
recording.  
Attaching the Core Filter  
Attach the core filters to the cables.  
The core filter reduces interference.  
When connecting a cable, attach the  
end with the core filter to the camera.  
Attachment positions (right)  
USB Cable  
Large (B)  
AV Cable  
Large (A)  
Small  
DC Cord  
AC Adapter  
Release the stopper.  
3 cm (1-3/16")  
Wind once.  
           
10  
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Index  
20  
17  
18  
19  
13  
23  
24  
21  
22  
How to open the LCD monitor  
Push  
and open the LCD monitor fully.  
A
25  
26  
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  
       
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Controls  
Q Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]  
(pg. 12)  
a Power Switch [OFF,  
b Lock Button (pg. 12)  
,
] (pg. 12)  
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.)  
c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (pg. 18)  
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (pg. 26)  
d Light Button [LIGHT] (pg. 18)/Information  
Button [INFO] (pg. 37)  
S Auto Lamp [AUTO] (Lights up in Auto  
recording mode. Also lights up when  
connecting to a DVD burner [sold  
separately].) (pg. 47)  
e Mode Switch [MODE] (pg. 16, 20, 26, 30)  
f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]  
(pg. 22)  
g Menu Button [MENU] (pg. 52)  
h Delete Button [ ] (pg. 19)  
i Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP]  
(pg. 16, 20)  
Other Parts  
j Control Lever  
T Reset Button [RESET] (pg. 58)  
U Speaker (pg. 26)  
V Battery Pack Mount (pg. 12)  
W Camera Sensor  
Remote Sensor (pg. 33)  
X Lens  
Y Stereo Microphone  
a LED Light (pg. 18, 21)  
b Grip Strap (pg. 14)  
c SD Card Cover [OPEN] (pg. 15)  
d Stud Hole (pg. 14)  
: Reverse Skip (pg. 27)/Up/Backlight  
Compensation [ ] (pg. 25)/Spot  
Exposure Control [ ] (pg. 25)  
: Forward Skip (pg. 27)/Down/Manual  
Set [ ] (pg. 22)  
: Reverse Search [3] (pg. 27)/Left/  
Nightalive [NIGHT] (pg. 25)  
: Forward Search [ 5] (pg. 27)/Right/  
Switch Screen Size (16:9/4:3) [16:9]  
(pg. 18)  
Press down: Play/Pause (49)  
(pg. 26, 30)  
e Tripod Mounting Socket (pg. 14)  
k Index Button [INDEX] (pg. 28)/Remaining  
Space Button [ ] (pg. 19)/Data Battery  
Button [ ] (pg. 14)  
l Battery Release Button [BATT.] (pg. 12)  
ATTENTION:  
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] (pg. 32)  
N Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]  
O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector  
(SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB  
CONNECTION GUIDE)  
P DC Input Connector [DC] (pg. 12)  
 
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Necessary Settings before Use  
Be sure to configure the following three settings  
before use.  
3
Charge the battery pack by  
connecting to the AC adapter.  
Open the cover.  
Power Related Preparations  
(Using the Battery Pack)  
DC  
1
2
Set the power switch to OFF.  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
Power off  
Connector  
Playback  
Recording  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
Lock button  
AC Adapter  
(ex. AP-V14U)  
Attach the battery pack.  
Slide the battery pack down until it locks in  
place.  
The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate  
charging has started.  
When the lamp goes out, charging is  
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the  
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter  
from the camera.  
Bottom of the Camera  
BATT.  
To detach the battery pack  
Slide and hold BATT. (step 2), then remove  
the battery pack.  
To check the remaining battery power  
(pg. 14)  
Required charging / recording time  
Recording  
time  
Controls in this section  
Power/Charge Lamp  
Battery pack  
Charging time  
1 hr. 30 min.  
2 hr. 40 min.  
5 hr. 40 min.  
BN-VF707U  
(Provided)  
1 hr. 10 min.  
(1 hr. 5 min.)  
Power Switch  
2 hr. 25 min.  
(2 hr. 20 min.)  
BN-VF714U  
BN-VF733U  
5 hr. 50 min.  
(5 hr. 30 min.)  
The times shown above are approximate times.  
The values within ( ) are the times when the  
LED light is on.  
NOTE:  
You can also use the camera with just the AC  
adapter.  
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MENU  
INDEX  
               
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13  
Language Setting  
Date/Time Setting  
The language on the display can be changed.  
(pg. 54)  
The recording start date/time is recorded on the  
video/still image file and it can be checked by  
pressing INFO. (pg. 26, 30)  
In addition, you can find the desired file from  
the date index screen. (pg. 28)  
1
2
Open the LCD monitor. (pg. 10)  
Set the power switch to or  
.
After performing step 1-4 in “Language  
Setting” (pg. 13)  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
Power off  
5
Select [CLOCK ADJUST].  
Playback  
Recording  
CLOCK ADJUST  
Select  
DATE  
TIME  
JAN 31 2006 11 : 07 AM  
Lock button  
Set  
3
4
CAMERA SETTING  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
6
Set the date and time.  
DATE/DISPLAY  
REGISTER EVENT  
QUALITY  
Select  
Set  
WIND CUT  
Select [DATE/DISPLAY].  
Repeat this step to input the month, day,  
year, hour and minute.  
DATE/TIME  
Select  
SCENE COUNTER  
LANGUAGE  
7
Set  
CLOCK ADJUST  
DATE DISPLAY ORDER  
5
Select [LANGUAGE].  
Select  
You have now finished configuring the  
necessary settings.  
ENGLISH  
Set  
To use the camera right away  
To record videos (pg. 16)  
To record still images (pg. 20)  
6
7
Select the desired language.  
Select  
Set  
To configure other settings (pg. 14)  
           
14  
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Other Settings  
Check which buttons to use in the illustration of  
“Controls in this section” on page 12.  
Data Battery System  
You can check the remaining battery power and  
the recordable time.  
Grip Adjustment  
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.  
When the battery is attached  
1
Set the power switch to OFF.  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
Power off  
Playback  
Recording  
Lock button  
2
BATTERY CONDITION  
100%  
MAX TIME  
min  
50%  
Tripod Mounting  
0%  
Bottom of the  
Camera  
NOTES:  
Battery information is displayed for approx. 3  
seconds if the button is pressed and released  
quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button  
is pressed and held for several seconds.  
If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears  
instead of the battery status even though you  
Align the camera  
stud hole with the  
tripod stud, and the  
mounting socket  
with the screw, and  
then rotate the  
tried to press  
several times, there may be a  
camera clockwise to  
mount it to the  
problem with your battery. In such a case,  
consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
The recordable time display should only be  
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute  
units.  
tripod.  
NOTE:  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel  
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious  
damage to the camera.  
               
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15  
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  
or  
.
1
DIS  
CAMERA SETTING  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
REGISTER EVENT  
QUALITY  
NOTE:  
For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check  
the compatibility of recording media” (pg. 3).  
2
3
Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].  
Select  
Set  
COPY/MOVE  
NO. RESET  
Insert an SD card  
0
VIDEO MODE  
IMAGE MODE  
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].  
1
Open the SD card cover.  
Bottom of the  
Camera  
Select  
SD  
HDD  
Set  
4
5
Select [SD].  
2
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.  
3
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” (pg. 39).  
           
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Video Recording  
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (pg. 10)  
.
2Set the MODE switch to  
: Video mode  
Set the power switch to  
Slide while pressing down the lock  
button.  
.
1
Power off  
Playback  
: Still image mode  
The camera is programmed to record  
videos on the built-in hard disk when  
it is shipped from the factory. To  
change the recording medium, see  
page 15.  
Recording  
Lock button  
Zoom Lever  
LIGHT/INFO  
Press the REC/SNAP button  
to start recording.  
3
[0h56m]  
Approximate remaining time for  
recording appears.  
INDEX  
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MENU  
To stop recording  
Press the REC/SNAP button again.  
To change the picture quality (pg. 55)  
To register a file to an event (pg. 17)  
       
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17  
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” (pg. 18).  
If the camera is not operated during recording  
or playback for 5 minutes when 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  
or  
.
2
3
Select [REGISTER EVENT].  
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.  
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” (pg. 29).  
Select  
Set  
Select [ON/SELECT].  
SELECT EVENT  
VACATION  
1/3  
Select  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Set  
1
1
1
NON SECTION  
NEXT PAGE  
4
Select the event that you want to  
register the file 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  
(pg. 29)  
Do not move or shake the camera suddenly  
during recording. If you do, 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  
register a file to the same event that you had  
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).  
       
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Video Recording (Continued)  
ATTENTION:  
Zooming  
Videos which have been recorded in 16:9 size  
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 32x by using the optical  
zoom.  
Zoom magnification over 32x is done through  
digital image processing, and is therefore called  
digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to  
800x. Set [ZOOM] to [64X] or [800X]. (pg. 55)  
LED Light  
Optical zoom (up to 32x)  
If you select to use this function, the LED light  
turns on to improve visibility during shooting.  
Preparation:  
Set the power switch to  
1
32  
800  
.
Set the MODE switch to  
.
Digital zoom (up to 800x)  
16:9  
NOTES:  
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.  
5 cm (2") 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]. (pg. 55)  
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.  
No  
display  
Disables this function.  
Preparation:  
Set the power switch to  
.
Set the MODE switch to  
.
16:9  
Each press switches the screen size.  
         
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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  
.
1
DELETE?  
Example: When checking the HDD space  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
MAX RECORDING TIME  
37  
FREE  
USED  
2
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 69.  
To return to the normal screen  
Press the  
button again.  
     
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Still Image Recording  
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (pg. 10)  
.
. 2 Set the MODE switch to  
Set the power switch to  
Slide while pressing down the lock  
button.  
1
: Video mode  
: Still image mode  
Power off  
Playback  
Recording  
Lock button  
The camera is programmed to record still  
images on the built-in hard disk when it is  
shipped from the factory. To change the  
recording medium, see page 15.  
Zoom Lever  
Press the REC/SNAP button  
3 to start recording.  
40  
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 (pg. 57)  
NOTES:  
Still images are recorded at 4:3 size. They cannot be recorded at 16:9 size.  
If the camera is not operated during recording or playback for 5 minutes when 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  
or  
. 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.  
         
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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 32x by using the optical  
zoom.  
Digital zoom (pg. 18) 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 (pg. 20) 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  
No  
display  
Disables this function.  
.
.
Set the [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to  
[ON]. (pg. 57)  
Deleting a File  
The file most recently recorded will be deleted.  
40  
The  
appears.  
indicator  
FINE  
After the recording is finished  
1
DELETE?  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
Continuous shooting may not work well  
depending on the recording medium.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop if this  
function is used repeatedly.  
2
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.  
         
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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” (pg. 22)  
To change to manual recording mode  
Preparation:  
[0h56m]  
16:9  
1
2
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.  
0
AUTO  
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO  
AE AF WB S.SP  
Set  
The  
indicator appears.  
P
For details on each menu, see pages 23 and  
24.  
To return to the auto recording mode  
Press the AUTO button so that the indicator  
appears.  
3
Select the desired setting.  
0
AUTO  
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO  
AE  
AF  
WB S.SP  
P
Depending on the kind of settings you select,  
you can set the value with  
selecting.  
/
after  
Controls in this section  
4
5
Power Switch  
MODE Switch  
The menu disappears and the indicator for  
the set function appears.  
AUTO  
/
/
/
/ 49  
       
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MSET Menu  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
AE  
(Manual Exposure)  
Adjusts the brightness. –6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1.  
Use to set the value.  
For video recording  
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.  
/
For still image recording  
[ 0]: The brightness is not adjusted.  
–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in  
increments of 1/3EV. Use  
/
to set the value.  
To lock the exposure  
When the menu disappears after you finish configuring the setting,  
press and hold 49 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator appears.  
AF  
[AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically.  
(Manual Focus)  
Adjusts the focus.  
: Adjusts the focus manually. Use  
/
to set the focus.  
(When zooming, the subject will not go out of focus if you adjust the  
focus at the telephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide-angle (W)  
side.)  
WB  
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.  
MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light  
source.  
(White Balance)  
Adjusts the white  
balance to achieve the  
optimum colors for the  
amount of light in your  
surroundings during  
recording.  
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper  
in front of the subject. Adjust the  
White paper  
zoom, or position yourself so that  
the white paper fills the screen.  
2) Press and hold 49 until the  
indicator starts blinking then  
stops blinking.  
FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.  
CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.  
HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is used.  
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Manual Recording (Continued)  
MSET Menu (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
S.SP  
(Shutter Speed)  
A fast shutter speed  
can freeze the motion  
of a fast-moving  
[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.  
1/2 to 1/4000 (For video recording) /  
1/2 to 1/500 (For still image recording):  
The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed. Use  
the value.  
/
to set  
subject, and a slow  
shutter speed can blur  
the subject to give the  
impression of motion.  
NOTE:  
It is recommended to use the tripod (pg. 14) when recording with a slow  
shutter speed.  
P.AE  
[OFF]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.  
SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly.  
SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may appear too dark when  
shooting in extremely bright surroundings, such as in snow.  
SPOTLIGHT: Select this when a spotlight makes a subject appear  
too bright.  
(Program AE)  
You can use the  
program AE settings for  
specific shooting  
situations.  
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.  
EF  
[OFF]: No effect is used.  
(Effect)  
SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos.  
MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old  
movies.  
You can record videos  
or still images with  
special effects.  
CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an old  
movie atmosphere.  
STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive  
snapshots.  
* Not available for still image recording.  
       
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Nightalive  
Spot Exposure Control  
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted  
from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording  
with little light in dim locations.  
Selection of a spot metering area enables more  
precise exposure compensation. You can select  
one of the three metering areas.  
After performing “To change to manual  
recording mode” (pg. 22)  
After performing “To change to manual  
recording mode” (pg. 22)  
16:9  
1
16:9  
The  
indicator  
The  
indicator appears.  
To cancel nightalive  
Press (NIGHT) so that the  
2
Select the desired spot metering area  
frame.  
disappears.  
[0h56m]  
16:9  
Select  
NOTE:  
It is recommended to use the tripod (pg. 14)  
Set  
when recording with a slow shutter speed.  
Backlight Compensation  
To lock the exposure  
Backlight compensation brightens the subject  
quickly. With a simple operation, dark portions  
of the subject are brightened by increasing the  
exposure.  
After you finish configuring the setting, press  
and hold 49 for more than 2 seconds. The  
indicator appears.  
To cancel spot exposure control  
Press  
disappears.  
(
) once so that the  
indicator  
After performing “To change to manual  
recording mode” (pg. 22)  
16:9  
The  
indicator appears.  
To cancel backlight compensation  
Press ) twice so that the indicator  
disappears.  
(
     
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EN  
Video Playback  
.
. 2Set the MODE switch to  
Set the power switch to  
Slide while pressing down the lock  
button.  
1
: 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 15.  
Press  
/
/ / to select the  
3
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]. (pg. 54)  
To check the file information  
Press INFO when playback is paused. (pg. 37)  
NOTES:  
The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV. (pg. 32)  
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.  
       
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Slow motion playback  
Various Operations during Playback  
While playback is paused  
To resume normal playback, press 49.  
Press and hold.  
Still playback (Pause)  
Backward  
Forward  
Playback zoom  
You can magnify the playback image up to 5x.  
Search playback  
While playback is paused  
Backward  
Forward  
Pressing  
/
repeatedly increases the  
search speed. (–60x to +60x)  
Full view of the image  
The  
mark indicates the center point of the  
Locating the start point of the file or  
skipping the file  
magnified area.  
Backward  
Forward  
Press  
area you want to view.  
To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.  
/
/
/
to move to the magnified  
Frame-by-frame playback  
While playback is paused  
Backward  
Forward  
Pressing  
/
repeatedly advances or  
reverses the still picture frame by frame.  
       
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Video Playback (Continued)  
Date Index Screen  
File Search Function  
You can search the desired file by the recording  
date.  
One-touch operation enables you to switch the  
index screen to the date index screen or event  
screen for the convenient file search.  
After displaying the date index screen in “To  
change the display” (pg. 28)  
To change the display  
On the index screen  
1
Select the recording date.  
SEARCH DATE  
JUL 07 2006  
AUG 13 2006  
AUG 20 2006  
AUG 23 2006  
SEP 02 2006  
Each press switches the screen.  
VIDEO  
53/53  
2
3
AUG 20 2006  
1/7  
Event  
screen  
Index  
screen  
Date index  
screen  
Select the desired file.  
Select  
Set  
During playback,  
mark appears on  
the top left corner of the screen.  
       
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Event Screen  
Folder  
If data cannot be recorded properly, the video  
files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder.  
(pg. 17)  
You can search the desired file by the event that  
you registered the file to when recording.  
(pg. 17) 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” (pg. 28)  
/
/
/
to select the file you want to play,  
1
Select the event.  
then press 49.  
SEARCH EVENT  
VACATION  
1/3  
To return to the index screen  
Press the REC/SNAP button again.  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
The file information and playlist creation functions  
are not available for files in the [EXTMOV] folder.  
Delete files in the [EXTMOV] folder by using your  
PC.  
NEXT PAGE  
To move to the next page, select [NEXT  
PAGE].  
2
3
SEARCH EVENT  
1
ALL SCENES  
JUL 07 2006  
AUG 13 2006  
Deleting a Video File  
AUG 20 2006  
SEP 02 2006  
Preparation:  
Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the file  
on the index screen.  
Select the recording date.  
AUG 20 2006  
1/7  
Select  
1
DELETE?  
Set  
Remaining files: 0059  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
To display all the files, select [ALL  
SCENES].  
You can select the file that you want to  
delete by pressing  
/
.
4
Select the desired file.  
2
Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
Set  
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  
(pg. 41)  
           
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Still Image Playback  
.
2 Set the MODE switch to  
Set the power switch to  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
.
1
: 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 15.  
Press  
/
/ / to select the  
3
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]. (pg. 54)  
To check the file information  
Press INFO when playback is paused. (pg. 37)  
File Search Function  
IMAGE  
53/53  
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 28.  
       
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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 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 center 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  
1
DELETE?  
Clockwise  
Remaining files: 0059  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
Each time you press  
rotates (90° 180°  
or  
270°  
, the image  
0°).  
You can select the file that you want to  
delete by pressing  
/
.
2
Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
Set  
To exit the file delete screen  
Select [CANCEL] in step 2.  
             
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Watching Images on TV/Remote Control  
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder  
Make sure all units are turned off before connecting.  
Open the cover.  
Connect the cable so that the colors of the  
terminals and connectors match.  
(White: audio left, red: audio right, yellow: video)  
AV Connector  
AV Cable  
(provided)  
S Connector  
AV Input Terminal for TV,  
When connecting the camera to a  
VCR/DVD recorder, also check the  
connection between the VCR/DVD  
recorder and the TV.  
S-Video Cable (optional)  
Enables playback of even higher quality.  
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (pg. 12)  
To connect the camera to a PC, refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION  
GUIDE.  
This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a  
television of a different standard.  
Playback on TV  
After connecting the camera to the TV in “Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder”  
(pg. 32)  
1
2
3
Turn on the camera and the TV.  
Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
(Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder)  
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input  
mode.  
4
Start playback on the camera. (pg. 26, 30)  
NOTE:  
If the aspect ratio of the video you are playing is strange and the screen size can be changed on the TV,  
make adjustments on the TV.  
         
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Buttons and Functions  
Playback Using the Remote Control  
A battery is included inside the remote control  
at the time of purchase.  
Remove the insulation sheet before use.  
Beam Effective Area  
Effective distance for  
indoor use:  
5 m (16 ft)  
Remote Sensor  
A Infrared Beam Transmitting Window  
B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons  
Zoom In/Out (pg. 18, 21)  
C Up Button  
Rotate Button (counterclockwise) (pg. 31)  
D Skip Backward Button  
E Left Button  
NOTE:  
The transmitted beam may not be effective or  
may cause incorrect operation when the remote  
sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful  
lighting.  
F Back Button  
G PLAYLIST Button (pg. 42)  
H START/STOP Button  
I SNAPSHOT Button (pg. 20)  
J INFO Button (pg. 37)  
K Skip Forward Button  
L PLAY/PAUSE Button  
M Right Button  
To Reinsert the Battery  
The remote control uses one lithium battery  
(CR2025).  
Pull out the battery holder  
by pressing the lock tab.  
N Next Button  
O Down Button  
Rotate Button (clockwise) (pg. 31)  
P INDEX Button  
Lock Tab  
Q DATE Button  
   
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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.  
1
DATE/DISPLAY  
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
PLAYLIST  
Playback effects  
Add effects that, for example, alter the color  
tones of videos.  
WIPE/FADER  
EFFECT  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
2
Select [WIPE/FADER] (Video only) or  
[EFFECT].  
WIPE:DOOR  
Select  
WIPE:SCROLL  
WIPE:SHUTTER  
OFF  
Set  
OFF  
FADER:WHITE  
FADER:BLACK  
FADER:B.W  
3
4
Select a desired effect.  
Select  
Set  
For details on each effect, see page 35.  
To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
Controls in this section  
Power Switch  
MODE Switch  
/
/
/
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MENU  
     
EN  
35  
[WIPE/FADER]  
Menus  
Details  
Fade in or out with a white screen.  
Fade in or out with a black screen.  
FADER-WHITE  
FADER-BLACK  
FADER-B.W  
Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out  
from color to black and white.  
WIPE:CORNER  
WIPE:WINDOW  
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner,  
or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.  
The scene starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward  
the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to the  
center.  
WIPE:SLIDE  
WIPE:DOOR  
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.  
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right,  
revealing the scene, or wipe out so the black screen reappears from  
left and right to cover the scene.  
WIPE:SCROLL  
WIPE:SHUTTER  
The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or  
wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.  
Wipe in from the center of a black screen toward the top and bottom,  
or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the center leaving a black  
screen.  
[EFFECT]  
Menus  
SEPIA  
Details  
The image is given a brownish tint like an old photo.  
The image becomes black and white like an old movie.  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM*  
The image is given an old movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping  
frames.  
STROBE*  
The image looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.  
*Not available for still image recording.  
   
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EN  
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.  
(pg. 39)  
Preparation:  
Set the power switch to  
Select the file type (video or still image) using  
the MODE switch.  
.
1
2
Select the file to be deleted.  
VIDEO  
53/53  
DELETE?  
Remaining files: 0059  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
You can select the file that you want to  
delete by pressing  
/
.
3
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.  
/
49  
/
/
/
LIGHT/INFO  
MENU  
     
EN  
37  
Deleting on Menu Screen  
Preparation:  
4
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  
1
WIPE/FADER  
EFFECT  
NOTES:  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete  
them, release the protection first. (pg. 38)  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.  
Check files before deleting.  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
2
3
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  
: JAN. 1.06 12:00 AM  
: 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 (pg. 55)  
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 (pg. 38)  
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  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
QUALITY: Image quality (pg. 57)  
PROTECT: File protection status (pg. 38)  
To turn off the file information display  
Press INFO again.  
     
38  
EN  
Managing Files (Continued)  
4
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  
the MODE switch.  
Select  
Set  
1
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.  
2
3
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  
       
EN  
39  
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 (initialize) 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  
or  
.
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.  
1
DIS  
CAMERA SETTING  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
REGISTER EVENT  
QUALITY  
2
3
4
5
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  
Set  
VIDEO MODE  
IMAGE MODE  
FORMAT  
CLEAN UP  
COPY/MOVE  
NO.RESET  
Select [FORMAT].  
Select  
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  
       
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EN  
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  
or  
.
or  
.
Be sure to use the provided AC adapter for  
the power supply when cleaning up a  
recording medium. (pg. 12)  
1
DIS  
CAMERA SETTING  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
REGISTER EVENT  
QUALITY  
1
DIS  
CAMERA SETTING  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
REGISTER EVENT  
QUALITY  
2
3
4
Select and set items as follows.  
[REC MEDIA SETTING]  
[NO.RESET]  
0
Select  
2
Select and set items as follows.  
[REC MEDIA SETTING]  
[CLEAN UP]  
VIDEO  
IMAGE  
Set  
Select  
HDD  
SD  
Set  
Select the file type ([VIDEO] or  
[IMAGE]).  
Select  
3
4
Select [HDD] or [SD].  
EXECUTE NO. RESET  
FOR VIDEO FILES  
Set  
CLEAN UP?  
THIS PROCESS MAY  
TAKE A WHILE.  
Select  
Set  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
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.  
   
EN  
41  
5
6
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].  
1
Select  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
Set  
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
PLAYLIST  
WIPE/FADER  
EFFECT  
2
3
Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].  
SELECT EVENT  
1/3  
Select  
VACATION  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Set  
NON SECTION  
NEXT PAGE  
Select a new event to register the file  
to.  
VIDEO  
1/7  
Select  
Set  
To move to the next page, select [NEXT  
PAGE].  
To cancel the event registration, select  
[NON SECTION].  
4
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.  
 
42  
EN  
Playlists  
What is a Playlist?  
It is a list that enables you to organize recorded  
videos in order of preference.  
Creating Playlists  
After performing “To display the playlist  
screen” (pg. 42)  
To display the playlist screen  
Preparation:  
3
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  
1
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
PLAYLIST  
WIPE/FADER  
EFFECT  
4
Select an item and display files.  
PROTECT  
Select  
2
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” (pg. 43)  
DVD1  
for details.  
Controls in this section  
MODE Switch  
5
Select the file to add to playlist.  
Power Switch  
Zoom Lever  
EDIT  
Select  
TOTAL  
/
49  
/
/
/
00h00m  
Set  
DVD1  
Insertion point  
INDEX  
MENU  
           
EN  
43  
Displaying Files  
6
Select the insertion point.  
Details on how files are displayed in step 4 are  
described below.  
Select  
Set  
When selecting [IMPORT FROM  
EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE]  
All the files recorded on the same date are  
displayed as a single file.  
To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.  
Originally, these files cannot be registered  
separately. To register files separately, perform  
“Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist” (pg. 44) after  
creating the playlist.  
7
8
QUIT PLAYLIST  
SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?  
SAVE AND QUIT  
DELETE AND QUIT  
CANCEL  
Recording date: March 12, 2006  
11:00 AM  
Select [SAVE AND QUIT].  
1:00 PM  
3:00 PM  
Select  
Set  
To check individual scenes  
Use  
/
to select the file and press the  
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.  
INDEX button. A list of individual scenes  
appears.  
To display the preview screen, select a file  
and press 49. Press again to return to the  
previous screen.  
/
Press INDEX again to stop checking.  
To delete a registered scene  
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:  
Recording date: March 12, 2006  
11:00 AM  
A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.  
Each playlist can consist of a maximum of 99  
scenes.  
1:00 PM  
3:00 PM  
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.  
     
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EN  
Playlists (Continued)  
Playing Back Playlists  
Other Operations of Playlists  
You can perform additional editing and delete  
files in a created playlist.  
After performing “To display the playlist  
screen” (pg. 42)  
Preparation:  
Perform “To display the playlist screen”  
(pg. 42).  
3
Select [PLAYLIST CONTENTS].  
PLAYLIST CONTENTS  
Select  
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist  
ALL SCENES  
Set  
01 NOV 10.06 11:30AM  
02 NOV 15.06 11:00PM  
3 Press  
press 49.  
4 Press  
/
to select [EDIT], then  
03 NOV 25.06 11:00AM  
/
to select the playlist you  
4
Select the playlist that you want to  
playback.  
want to edit, then press 49.  
To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8  
in “Creating Playlists” (pg. 42).  
Select  
Changing Playlist Names  
Set  
The default name of a playlist is its creation  
date and time.  
During playback of the playlist,  
mark  
appears on the top left corner of the screen.  
If you slide the zoom lever towards W while  
playback is paused, the index screen for  
playlist appears. You can see the contents  
of the playlist and select the desired scene.  
To return to the playback screen, slide the  
zoom lever to T.  
3 Press  
press 49.  
4 Press  
/
to select [RENAME], then  
/
to select the desired  
playlist, then press 49.  
5 Press to select the desired  
/
/
/
letter, then press 49.  
To stop playback  
Press 49.  
To return to the normal playback mode  
Select [ALL SCENES] in step 4.  
Repeat this process to complete the name.  
You can change the character types (capital  
letters, small letters or marks) by selecting [A/  
a/@].  
To correct a letter, select [}] or []] and press  
49 to move the cursor to the letter, then  
select [CLEAR] and press 49.  
6 Press  
/
/
/
to select [ ], then  
press 49.  
Deleting Playlist  
Original files are not deleted even if you delete  
the playlist.  
3 Press  
press 49.  
4 Press  
/
to select [DELETE], then  
/
to select a playlist you  
want to delete.  
To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE  
ALL].  
5 Press 49.  
6 Press  
/
to select [EXECUTE], then  
press 49.  
         
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45  
Print Setting  
3
4
5
Select [SELECT IMAGES].  
DPOF TOTAL: 0  
DPOF Print Setting  
7/59  
00  
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.  
00  
00  
00  
00  
00  
00  
Set  
00  
00  
Number of prints  
Preparation:  
Set the power switch to  
Set the MODE switch to  
Select the desired file.  
.
.
Select  
Set  
1
If you slide and hold the zoom lever towards  
T, the preview screen of the still image is  
displayed.  
2
Select [DPOF].  
Select  
Select the number of prints.  
Select  
RESET  
SELECT IMAGES  
ALL1  
Set  
Set  
CHECK SETTINGS  
To set print information for other images,  
repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to  
999 files.)  
6
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  
5.  
To reset DPOF settings  
1) In step 3, press  
/
to select [RESET],  
then press 49.  
2) Press  
press 49.  
/
to select [EXECUTE], then  
MENU  
/
/
/
/ 49  
             
46  
EN  
Print Setting (Continued)  
6
7
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. (  
pg. 45)  
[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].  
1
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
DPOF  
Select  
DIRECT PRINT  
EFFECT  
Set  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
To stop printing after printing starts  
1) Press 49.  
2
3
Select [DIRECT PRINT].  
Select  
2) Press  
/
to select [EXECUTE], then  
press 49.  
Set  
[PLEASE CONNECT PRINTER] appears.  
NOTE:  
If the printer is not recognized, or to print again  
after direct printing with a PictBridge printer,  
remove the USB cable, select [DIRECT PRINT]  
in the menu again, and then reconnect the cable.  
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. (pg. 45)  
4
5
Select [SELECTED PRINT].  
After performing step 1-3  
Select  
PRINT THIS IMAGE  
4
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  
PRINT  
OFF  
Set  
CANCEL  
     
EN  
47  
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-  
VD10U, sold separately) enables you to dub the  
video files in the camera to a DVD disc.  
1
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.  
2
3
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  
finalized so that it can be played on other  
devices. After finalizing, 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  
MENU  
INDEX  
       
48  
EN  
Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)  
5
Select the desired disc number.  
Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD  
Creation Function) (Continued)  
4
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  
Set  
Use  
/
to select the file number and  
press the INDEX button. A list of individual  
scenes appears.  
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]:  
Register a created playlist. Playlists are  
displayed in a list in the selection order.  
/
/
/
to select the event,  
6
7
ALL WILL BE CREATED  
TIME REQUIRED: 45 MIN  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
/
to select the recording date,  
Select [EXECUTE].  
1)Press  
/
to select the desired list,  
Set  
then press 49. To select other lists,  
repeat this process.  
The DVD disc begins to be created.  
When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]  
appears, change the disc. The second DVD  
disc begins to be created.  
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.  
[ALL SCENES]:  
/
to select the date, then press  
Display all files individually.  
DVD CREATION LIST  
Files for dubbing  
are displayed.  
8
1
ALL DISCS  
DVD1  
OCT.10.2006  
OCT.11.2006  
OCT.12.2006  
OCT.13.2006  
Disc number  
DVD2  
DVD3  
To continue creating DVD discs, select  
Make sure to read “DVD Creation List”  
(pg. 49) before proceeding to the  
next procedure.  
[CONTINUE] and press 49.  
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 DVD on the TV by  
connecting the camera with the audio/video  
cable.  
Press INDEX to stop checking.  
EN  
49  
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: Oct. 10, 2006  
11:00 AM  
OCT. 25.2006  
DVD 01  
11:09PM  
7/53  
DVD CREATION LIST  
To display other  
pages, use these  
arrows.  
1
1:00 PM  
ALL DISCS  
DVD1  
OCT.10.2006  
OCT.11.2006  
OCT.12.2006  
OCT.13.2006  
BOSTON  
BOSTON  
BOSTON  
OCT.07.2006 OCT.09.2006 OCT.11.2006  
DVD2  
DVD3  
3:00 PM  
2h 14m  
Displaying file individually  
Files are displayed individually.  
Recording date: Oct. 10, 2006  
11:00 AM  
DVD CREATION LIST  
1
1:00 PM  
ALL DISCS  
DVD1  
OCT.10.2006  
OCT.10.2006  
OCT.10.2006  
OCT.13.2006  
DVD2  
DVD3  
3:00 PM  
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, “OCT.10.2006” and  
“OCT.11.2006”.  
ALL DISCS  
DVD1  
OCT.10.2006  
OCT.11.2006  
OCT.12.2006  
OCT.13.2006  
DVD2  
DVD3  
Mark that shows that the disc is created  
already.  
 
50  
EN  
Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)  
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for  
Dubbing  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder.  
(pg. 32)  
1
2
Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
Start playback on the camera.  
To playback videos (pg. 26)  
To playback playlists (pg. 44)  
3
At the point you want to start  
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/  
DVD recorder.  
(Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s  
instruction manual.)  
To stop dubbing  
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder, then  
stop playback on the camera.  
 
EN  
51  
Copying/Moving Still Image Files  
Check which buttons to use in the illustration of  
“Controls in this section” on page 47.  
4
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:  
5
6
Set the power switch to  
or  
.
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.  
1
GAIN UP  
CAMERA SETTING  
BASIC SETTING  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
DATE/DISPLAY  
QUALITY  
SELF-TIMER  
[FILE]:  
Select when you want to transfer the  
selected files.  
2
3
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  
Set  
2)Press MENU.  
[ALL]:  
Select when you want to transfer all files in  
the recording medium.  
COPY  
MOVE  
Select the desired menu.  
7
Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
Select  
Set  
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  
source medium.  
Press 49, then select [EXECUTE] and press  
49.  
IMAGE COPY  
MEDIA  
HDD SD  
ALL  
FILE UNIT  
NUMBER OF FILE  
0059  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
 
52  
EN  
Changing the Menu Settings  
You can change the menu settings to customize  
your camera.  
Preparation:  
Select  
(recording) or  
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  
1
DATE/DISPLAY  
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
PLAYLIST  
WIPE/FADER  
EFFECT  
To see all the menus, scroll the screen.  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
2
3
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 53 to  
57.  
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.  
/
49  
/
/
/
LIGHT/INFO  
MENU  
 
EN  
53  
Common Menus for All Modes  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
Menus  
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.  
               
54  
EN  
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Common Menus for All Modes (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
Press 49 and then select sub menus.  
REC MEDIA SETTING  
VIDEO MODE  
[HDD] / SD  
15  
15  
39  
40  
Enables you to set the recording  
medium for videos.  
IMAGE MODE  
Enables you to set the recording  
medium for still images.  
[HDD] / SD  
FORMAT  
Enables you to select the medium  
to format.  
[HDD] / SD  
CLEAN UP  
Enables you to select the medium  
to clean up.  
[HDD] / SD  
COPY/MOVE  
[COPY] / MOVE  
Enables you to set whether to  
duplicate or move still images  
during dubbing.  
51  
40  
0
NO. RESET  
[VIDEO] / IMAGE  
Enables you to select the file type  
(videos or still images) when  
resetting the file number.  
Press 49 and then select sub menus.  
DATE/DISPLAY  
BRIGHT  
Enables you to set the brightness  
of the LCD monitor.  
Adjust the brightness of the display using  
press 49.  
/
, then  
DATE/TIME  
Enables you to set whether to  
display the current time on the  
LCD monitor.  
OFF: The date/time does not appear.  
[AUTO]: The date/time appears for approx. 5 seconds  
in the following cases.  
When the power switch is set from OFF to  
When playback starts  
When the date is changed during playback  
ON: The date/time is always displayed.  
NOTE:  
You can set different settings for each mode (video  
recording/playback and still image recording/playback).  
SCENE COUNTER  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
Enables you to set whether to  
display the counter in video mode.  
LANGUAGE  
Enables you to set the language  
for menus.  
[ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / ESPAÑOL /  
13  
PORTUGUÊS /  
/
/
                             
EN  
55  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
DATE / TIME  
CLOCK ADJUST  
Enables you to set the time.  
13  
DATE DISPLAY ORDER  
Enables you to set the date and  
time display format.  
DATE ORDER:  
year.month.day / [month.day.year] /  
day.month.year  
TIME:  
24H / [12H]  
DISPLAY  
OFF: Turns off the on-screen display.  
[ON]: Turns on the on-screen display.  
Video Recording Menus  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
REGISTER EVENT  
ON/SELECT: Activates the function. After you activate  
this function, you can select the event to register  
videos to.  
Enables you to turn on/off event  
registration for any videos before  
starting recording.  
17  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
QUALITY  
Enables you to set the picture  
quality for videos.  
[ULTRA FINE] / FINE / NORMAL / ECONOMY  
WIND CUT  
Reduces noise caused by wind.  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
GAIN UP  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
Makes the subject appear bright  
automatically when you record in  
dark places. However, the overall  
color tones appear grayish.  
DIS  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
Compensates for hand shake.  
NOTES:  
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake  
is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions. In  
this case, the  
indicator blinks or goes out.  
Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on  
a tripod.  
Press 49 and then select sub menus.  
CAMERA SETTING  
ZOOM  
Enables you to set the  
maximum zoom ratio.  
32X: Only optical zoom is available up to 32x.  
[64X]: Digital zoom is available up to 64x.  
800X: Digital zoom is available up to 800x.  
18  
TELE MACRO  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
You can shoot a subject as  
large as possible at a distance  
of approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft).  
                               
56  
EN  
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Video Playback Menus  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
Enables you to change the event  
registration of recorded video files.  
BABY / BIRTHDAY / VACATION / HOLIDAY /  
SPORTS / GRADUATION / ANNIVERSARY /  
DAUGHTER / SON / CONGRATULATIONS / NON  
SECTION  
41  
PLAYLIST  
[PLAYLIST CONTENTS] / NEW LIST / EDIT /  
42  
34  
Enables you to perform operations  
related to playlists.  
RENAME / DELETE  
WIPE/FADER  
These are special playback effects.  
They add effects to the beginning  
and end of playback.  
[OFF] / FADER-WHITE / FADER-BLACK / FADER-  
B.W / WIPE:CORNER / WIPE:WINDOW /  
WIPE:SLIDE / WIPE:DOOR / WIPE:SCROLL /  
WIPE:SHUTTER  
EFFECT  
These are special playback effects.  
They add effects that alter color  
tones.  
[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE / CLASSIC FILM /  
STROBE  
34  
PROTECT  
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /  
CANCEL ALL  
38  
37  
Enables you to perform operations  
related to protecting files.  
DELETE  
Enables you to perform operations  
related to deleting files.  
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL  
         
EN  
57  
Still Image Recording Menus  
Menus  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
[FINE] / STANDARD  
QUALITY  
Enables you to set the picture  
quality for still images.  
SELF-TIMER  
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC  
This is the timer function. It starts  
recording when the set time elapses  
after the REC/SNAP button is  
pressed.  
21  
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
This is the continuous shooting  
function. It records still images  
continuously while the REC/SNAP  
button is pressed.  
GAIN UP  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
Makes the subject appear bright  
automatically when you record in  
dark places. However, the overall  
color tones appear grayish.  
Press 49 and then select sub menus.  
CAMERA SETTING  
TELE MACRO  
You can shoot a subject as large  
as possible at a distance of  
approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft).  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
Still Image Playback Menus  
Menus  
DPOF  
Enables you to configure settings  
related to DPOF.  
Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)  
SELECT IMAGES / ALL1 / CHECK SETTINGS /  
45  
RESET  
DIRECT PRINT  
After you select this menu, connect the camera to a  
printer with the USB cable.  
46  
34  
Enables you to configure settings  
related to printing.  
EFFECT  
These are special playback effects.  
They add effects that alter color  
tones.  
[OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE  
PROTECT  
Enables you to perform operations  
related to protecting files.  
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / PROTECT ALL /  
CANCEL ALL  
38  
37  
DELETE  
Enables you to perform operations  
related to deleting files.  
[CURRENT] / FILE SELECT / DELETE ALL  
                               
58  
EN  
Troubleshooting  
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled  
device. External noise and interference (from a  
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from  
functioning properly.  
To reset the camera  
1) Press RESET using a piece of wire or other  
pointed instrument. The power is turned off  
once and turned on again automatically.  
To solve the problem, first follow the  
instructions below.  
If the problem is not solved, reset the camera.  
(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.  
(pg. 53)  
Trouble  
Power  
Action  
Connect the AC adapter securely.  
Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly.  
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.  
No power is supplied.  
12  
12  
When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode,  
the access lamp lights, and the LCD monitor turns off.  
To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as  
zooming.  
No display appears.  
The drop detection function operated.  
Set the power switch to OFF, and turn the power on again. To  
turn off the drop detection function, set [DROP DETECTION] to  
[OFF].  
The power was turned  
off accidentally.  
53  
   
EN  
59  
Trouble  
Displays  
Action  
Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low  
temperatures.  
To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places  
with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).  
When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light.  
Check the remaining battery power.  
The power/charge lamp  
on the camera does not  
light during charging.  
14  
The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is discharged, so  
the previously set date/time is erased.  
Connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for over  
24 hours to charge the clock's lithium battery. Then set the date/  
time.  
[SET DATE/TIME!]  
appears.  
12  
13  
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.  
When the LCD monitor's LED light reaches the end of its service  
life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
Images on the LCD  
monitor appear dark or  
whitish.  
54  
The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology.  
However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue)  
may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not  
recorded on the picture. This is not due to any defect of the unit.  
(Effective dots: more than 99.99 %)  
Colored bright spots  
appear on the LCD  
monitor.  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.  
Image does not appear  
on the LCD monitor.  
54  
18  
Such a phenomenon will occur if the image is recorded at 16:9  
mode. Record videos at 4:3 mode if playing back on a 4:3 screen  
TV.  
Image appears to be  
slightly vertically  
stretched when playing  
back on a 4:3 screen TV.  
Recording  
Replace with new recording medium or delete unnecessary files.  
Select the recording medium properly.  
Recording cannot be  
performed.  
36  
15  
This is not a malfunction.  
When shooting a  
subject illuminated by  
bright light, vertical  
lines appear.  
This is not a malfunction.  
When the screen is  
under direct sunlight  
during shooting, the  
screen becomes red or  
black for an instant.  
Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON].  
During recording, the  
date/time does not  
appear.  
54  
 
60  
EN  
Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Trouble  
Action  
Recording (Continued)  
Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS, and other functions  
that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.  
The LCD monitor  
indications blink.  
Set [ZOOM] to [64X] or [800X].  
Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode.  
Digital zoom does not  
work.  
55  
In bright places, setting “Nightalive” or a slow speed is not  
recommended.  
The recorded image is  
white.  
24  
Set focus to the automatic mode.  
Clean the lens and check the focus again.  
The focus is not  
adjusted automatically.  
23  
64  
Try manual white balance adjustment.  
Try backlight compensation or manual exposure.  
Try manual exposure.  
The color of the image  
looks strange.  
23  
The recorded image is  
too dark.  
23  
25  
The recorded image is  
too bright.  
23  
24  
Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE)  
mode before setting white balance.  
White balance setting  
cannot be activated.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop when repeatedly making  
continuous shots, when using certain recording media, or under  
certain recording conditions.  
The continuous  
shooting speed of still  
images is slow.  
Playback  
Select the recording medium properly.  
To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or channel that  
is appropriate for video playback.  
Playback cannot be  
performed.  
15  
32  
The surface of the disk or card is damaged. It is recommended to  
run check disk regularly on the PC, providing that there is no data  
on the hard disk of the camera.  
The same image is  
displayed for a long  
time during video  
playback, or motion is  
choppy.  
Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE)  
mode.  
The black & white fader  
does not work.  
35  
The sound of the hard disk drive may have been recorded if the  
camera was moved suddenly during recording. Do not move or  
shake the camera suddenly during recording.  
There is a noise during  
playback.  
EN  
61  
Trouble  
Action  
Editing / Printing  
Remove protection from the files and delete them.  
Files cannot be deleted.  
38  
55  
This is not a malfunction.  
This can be avoided by recording with DIS activated.  
When the image is  
printed from the printer,  
a black bar appears at  
the bottom of the  
screen.  
Other problems  
There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or more)  
stored in the recording medium. Copy the stored files to a PC,  
and delete them from the recording medium.  
The data process is too  
slow after the power is  
switched on or the  
36  
15  
mode is changed.  
Push the SD card in a few more times.  
The SD card cannot be  
removed from the  
camera.  
62  
EN  
Warning Indications  
The following indications appear on the screen.  
Indication  
Meaning  
Displays the remaining battery power.  
Remaining power level  
(Battery indicator)  
High  
Exhausted  
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator  
blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off  
automatically.  
Appears when the date/time is not set.  
Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and  
the previously set date/time is erased.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
13  
59  
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on with the power  
LENS CAP  
switch set to  
if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.  
Appears when there is no SD card inserted in the SD slot.  
Appears when the built-in hard disk needs to be formatted.  
Appears when an unformatted SD card is inserted.  
PLEASE INSERT  
MEMORY CARD!  
15  
39  
39  
HARD DISK DRIVE IS  
NOT FORMATTED  
THIS CARD IS NOT  
FORMATTED  
Appears when some errors occurred with the recording media.  
Remove the card once and insert it again. If the error is not  
cancelled, replace the card with one that has been guaranteed for  
correct operation.  
HDD ERROR!  
MEMORY CARD  
ERROR!  
15  
Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media.  
It is recommended to run check disk regularly on the PC,  
providing that there is no data on the hard disk of the camera.  
40  
Appears when you attempt recording when the write/erase  
protection tab on the SD card is set to the “LOCK” position.  
CHECK CARD’S WRITE  
PROTECTION SWITCH  
38  
Appears if there are no video files when you attempt video  
playback.  
NO VIDEO FILES STORED!  
Appears if there are no still image files when you attempt still  
image playback.  
NO IMAGE FILES  
STORED!  
Appears when the SD card is not inserted to the SD slot for file  
copy/move operation.  
NO MEMORY CARD  
Appears when there are no JPEG (still image) files to be copied or  
moved in recording media.  
NO SUPPORTED FILES  
   
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Indication  
Meaning  
Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for  
file copy/move operation.  
NUMBER OF FOLDERS  
OVERFLOW  
Appears when the camera does not recognize the loaded  
SD card. Remove the card once and insert it again or  
replace with another card.  
MEMORY CARD ERROR!  
REINSERT CARD OR CHANGE  
CARD.  
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The file system of the recording medium may have a  
problem. It is recommended to copy the data for backup  
purposes, then format the medium.  
FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE  
PROBLEM. FORMAT IS  
RECOMMENDED AFTER  
COPYING WANTED DATA.  
The video management file is broken. Recovery is  
required to record or play back video files. Press  
select [YES], then press 49 to recover the video  
management file. If the desired video file is not displayed  
on the video index screen in spite of the file recovery, the  
file has been moved to the [EXTMOV] folder. Press the  
REC/SNAP button on the index screen to display [MPG],  
and then select the desired file.  
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS  
BROKEN. TO RECORD/  
PLAYBACK VIDEO,  
RECOVERY IS REQUIRED.  
RECOVER?  
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to  
The data cannot be recorded properly, or the video  
management file has been deleted or cannot be found.  
Video files have been moved to MPEG (EXTMOV) folder.  
NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE  
VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN  
MOVED TO MPEG FOLDER  
Appears when the event information cannot be read.  
CAN NOT READ EVENT  
INFORMATION  
The management information of the playlist is broken.  
Create the playlist again.  
PLAYLIST’S MANAGEMENT  
INFORMATION IS BROKEN.  
REMAKE PLAYLIST AGAIN.  
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The video files registered in the playlist do not exist. Some  
of the scenes may not be played back.  
NO REGISTERED SCENES IN  
PLAYLIST. SOME OF SCENES  
MAY NOT BE PLAYED BACK.  
There are no scenes registered in the playlist. The playlist  
will be deleted.  
REGISTERED SCENES IN  
PLAYLIST IS EMPTY. THIS  
PLAYLIST WILL BE DELETED.  
The temperature of the camera is too high. Turn off the  
power, then wait for a while.  
CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS  
GOING UP. TURN CAMERA  
OFF, PLEASE WAIT.  
The temperature of the camera is too low. Keep the power  
on and wait for a while.  
CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS  
TOO LOW. KEEP CAMERA  
POWER ON, PLEASE WAIT.  
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Warning Indications (Continued)  
Indication  
Meaning  
Performance of recording medium is poor. Use the  
Cleanup function [CLEAN UP] in the menu.  
The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the  
recording medium is corrupted. Use an SD card that is  
guaranteed to operate.  
The recording medium was subjected to vibrations or jolts.  
Be careful not to subject the recording medium to  
vibrations or jolts.  
RECORDING FAILURE  
40  
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15  
Appears when the built-in hard disk is full and recording is  
not possible. Delete unnecessary files.  
Appears when the SD card is full and recording is not  
possible.  
Replace with new recording medium or delete  
unnecessary files.  
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The data may not be recorded on the recording medium  
correctly. Try recording again.  
RECORDING MAY NOT BE  
CORRECT ON THE MEMORY  
CARD  
Otherwise, clean up the recording medium.  
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The recording medium cannot be played back correctly. Try  
playback again.  
MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE  
PLAYED BACK CORRECTLY  
The operation is not available in the video mode.  
CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE  
The drop detection function operated, and the power was  
turned off. The file that was being recorded may have been  
saved into the [EXTMOV] folder.  
DROP DETECTION WORKED  
AND THE POWER IS TURNED  
OFF  
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53  
Cleaning the Camera  
Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.  
To clean the exterior  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap  
and wring it out well before wiping. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.  
To clean the LCD monitor  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.  
To clean the lens  
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.  
NOTES:  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been  
disconnected.  
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.  
   
Cautions  
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NOTES:  
AC Adapter  
It is recommended that only genuine JVC  
When using the AC adapter in areas other than  
batteries are used in this camera. Using generic  
non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the  
internal charging circuitry.  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
Temperature range specifications  
Charging: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)  
Operation: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage: –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
The lower the temperature, the longer the  
recharging takes.  
the USA  
The provided AC adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to  
240 V.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an  
AC wall outlet other than American National  
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter,  
called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
Plug Adapter  
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries  
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat,  
as it may cause a fire or explosion.  
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its  
terminals to come in contact with metals, as this  
can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.  
To resume the original function of the accurate  
battery power indication  
Battery Packs  
If the battery power indication differs from the  
then run it down. However this function may not  
work properly if the battery was used for a long  
period of time under extremely high/low  
The supplied battery  
Terminals  
pack is a lithium-ion  
battery. Before using  
the supplied battery  
temperature condition or charged too many times.  
pack or an optional  
battery pack, be sure  
to read the following  
Recording Medium  
Be sure to follow the guidelines below to  
prevent corruption or damage to your  
recorded data.  
• Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or  
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.  
• Do not splash the recording medium with water.  
• Do not use, replace, or store the recording  
medium in locations that are exposed to strong  
static electricity or electrical noise.  
• Do not turn off the camera power or remove the  
battery or AC adapter during shooting,  
playback, or when otherwise accessing the  
recording medium.  
• Do not bring the recording medium near objects  
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit  
strong electromagnetic waves.  
• Do not store the recording medium in locations  
with high temperature or high humidity.  
• Do not touch the metal parts.  
cautions:  
To avoid hazards  
...do not burn.  
...do not short-circuit the terminals. When  
transporting, make sure the provided battery  
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap  
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.  
...do not modify or disassemble.  
...do not expose the battery to temperatures  
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the  
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.  
...use only specified chargers.  
To prevent damage and prolong service life  
...do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
...charge in an environment where temperatures  
are within the tolerances shown in “Temperature  
range specifications” (pg. 65). This is a  
chemical reaction type battery — cooler  
temperatures impede chemical reaction, while  
warmer temperatures can prevent complete  
charging.  
Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC shall  
not be responsible for any lost data. (It is  
recommended that you copy the data from  
your PC to DVD or other media for storage.)  
A malfunction may cause the recording  
medium to fail to operate properly. JVC shall  
not provide any compensation for any lost  
contents.  
...store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to  
high temperatures will increase natural  
discharge and shorten service life.  
...fully charge and then fully discharge the battery  
every 6 months when storing the battery pack  
over a long period time.  
...remove from charger or powered unit when not  
in use, as some machines use current even  
when switched off.  
       
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EN  
Cautions (Continued)  
Recording Medium (Continued)  
Main Unit  
For safety, DO NOT  
...open the camera’s chassis.  
Do not strike or shake the hard disk.  
When the camera is repaired or inspected,  
data may be erased, and the hard disk may be  
formatted. Back up all data before requesting  
repair or inspection.  
Play back your trial recording to make sure the  
video and audio have been recorded properly.  
When formatting or erasing data using the  
camera, only the file administration  
information is changed. The data is not  
completely erased from the hard disk. If you  
want to completely erase all of the data, we  
recommend either using commercially  
available software that is specially designed  
for that purpose, or by physically destroying  
the camera with a hammer etc.  
...disassemble or modify the unit.  
...short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.  
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in  
use.  
...allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to  
enter the unit.  
...remove the battery pack or disconnect the power  
supply while the power is on.  
...leave the battery pack attached when the camera  
is not in use.  
...place naked flame sources, such as lighted  
candles, on the apparatus.  
...expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.  
Avoid using the unit  
...in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
...in places subject to soot or steam such as near a  
cooking stove.  
...in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.  
...near a television set.  
...near appliances generating strong magnetic or  
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,  
etc.).  
...in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or  
104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)  
temperatures.  
LCD Monitor  
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT  
...push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
...place the camera with LCD monitor on the  
bottom.  
To prolong service life  
...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
The following phenomena for LCD monitor  
DO NOT leave the unit  
...in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
...in places where humidity is extremely low (below  
35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
...in direct sunlight.  
use are not malfunctions.  
...While using the camera, the surface around the  
LCD monitor may heat up.  
...If you leave power on for a long time, the surface  
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.  
...in a closed car in summer.  
...near a heater.  
...in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit in  
high places while a cable is connected may result  
in a malfunction if the cable is caught and the unit  
falls onto the floor.  
To protect the unit, DO NOT  
...allow it to become wet.  
...drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
...subject it to shock or excessive vibration during  
transportation.  
...keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects  
for long periods.  
...expose the lens to direct sunlight.  
...swing it excessively when using the hand strap.  
...swing the soft camera case excessively when the  
camera is inside it.  
 
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67  
Changes or modifications not approved by  
How to Handle a CD-ROM  
JVC could void the user’s authority to operate  
the equipment. This equipment has been  
tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instructions,  
may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does  
cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined  
by turning the equipment off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference  
by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the  
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface  
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write  
anything or put a sticker on either the front or  
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently  
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center  
hole.  
Do not use conventional disc cleaners or  
cleaning spray.  
Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror  
surface.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or  
humid environment. Keep it away from direct  
sunlight.  
Serious malfunctioning  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
When requesting repairs for malfunctioning by  
your dealer or JVC service center, be sure to  
bring your camera together with the recording  
medium. If one of them is not included, the  
cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair  
cannot be made properly.  
equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled  
device. External noise and interference (from a  
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from  
functioning properly. In such cases, first  
disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack,  
AC adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes and  
then re-connect it and proceed as usual from  
the beginning.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number  
: GZ-MG37U  
GZ-MG27U  
: JVC  
Trade Name  
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS  
CORP.  
Address  
: 1700 Valley Road  
Wayne, N. J. 07470  
Telephone Number : 973-317–5000  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions: (1) This device may not cause  
harmful interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
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Specifications  
Recording mode (audio)  
ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps  
Camera  
FINE:  
NORMAL:  
48 kHz, 384 kbps  
48 kHz, 256 kbps  
For general  
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps  
Power supply  
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Approx. 3.9 (4.1)* W  
* When using the LED light  
Approx. 6.5 W (Maximum; when charging a  
battery)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
68 mm x 69 mm x 109 mm  
(2-11/16" x 2-3/4" x 4-5/16")  
Weight  
Approx. 340 g (0.75 lbs)  
(without battery, lens cap and strap)  
Approx. 400 g (0.89 lbs)  
(incl. battery, lens cap and strap)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
35% to 80%  
For still image  
Format  
JPEG  
Image size  
One mode (640 x 480)  
Picture quality  
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)  
For connectors  
AV  
S-Video output:  
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analog  
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 , analog  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , analog  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analog, stereo  
USB  
Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
Pickup  
AC Adapter  
1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD  
Lens  
F 2.0 to 4.5, f = 2.3 mm to 73.6 mm, 32:1 power  
zoom lens  
Power requirement  
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
Output  
DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
Filter diameter  
ø30.5 mm  
LCD monitor  
2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active  
matrix system  
Speaker  
Monaural  
LED Light  
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft)  
(recommended shooting distance)  
Remote Control  
Power supply  
DC 3 V  
Battery life  
Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of  
use)  
Operating distance  
Within 5 m (16.4 ft)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
45 mm x 13 mm x 105 mm  
(1-13/16" x 1-1/2" x 4-3/16")  
Weight  
For video/audio  
Format  
SD-VIDEO  
Recording/Playback format  
Video: MPEG-2  
Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)  
Signal format  
Approx. 40 g (0.09 lbs)  
(incl. battery)  
NTSC standard  
Recording mode (video)  
ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)  
Design and specifications subject to change  
without notice.  
FINE:  
NORMAL:  
720 x 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR)  
720 x 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)  
ECONOMY: 352 x 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)  
 
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Recording Time and Number of Images  
The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images.  
The number increases or decreases depending on the picture quality.  
Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)  
HDD  
SD Card  
Quality  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
GZ-MG37U GZ-MG27U 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB  
1 GB  
14  
2 GB  
[ULTRA FINE]  
FINE  
430  
640  
290  
430  
1
2
3
8
3
5
7
29  
43  
10  
14  
37  
21  
NORMAL  
ECONOMY  
850  
570  
6
27  
57  
2250  
1500  
18  
73  
152  
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)  
SD Card  
Quality  
HDD  
[ ] = Factory-preset  
128 MB  
520  
256 MB  
1035  
512 MB  
2060  
1 GB  
2 GB  
[FINE]  
4160  
8915  
7750  
9999  
9999  
STANDARD  
1115  
2225  
4415  
NOTE:  
For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check  
the compatibility of recording media” (pg. 3).  
           
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During both Video and Still Image Recording  
During Video Recording Only  
11:30AM  
NOV.10.2006  
a Mode Indicator (pg. 16)  
b Screen Size Indicator (pg. 18)  
c Wind Cut Indicator (pg. 55)  
d Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]  
(normal), [E] (economy) (pg. 55)  
e Remaining Time (pg. 16, 69)  
f Counter (pg. 54)  
a
Selected Operation Mode Indicator  
(
pg. 22)  
: Auto Mode  
: Manual Mode  
g 7REC: (Appears during recording.)  
(pg. 16)  
79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)  
h Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator  
(pg. 55)  
b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (pg. 55, 57)  
c Approximate Zoom Ratio (pg. 18, 21)  
d Zoom Indicator (pg. 18, 21)  
e Iris Lock Indicator (pg. 23)  
f White Balance Indicator (pg. 23)  
g Brightness Control Indicator (pg. 54)  
h Battery Indicator (pg. 62)  
During Still Image Recording Only  
i Date/Time (pg. 54)  
j Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 15, 54)  
k Drop Detection Indicator (pg. 53)  
l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 23)  
640  
FINE  
m Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 24)  
n Program AE Mode Indicator (pg. 24)  
o Shutter Speed (pg. 24)  
PHOTO  
: Nightalive Indicator (pg. 25)  
p LED Light Indicator (pg. 18, 21)  
q ±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (pg. 23)  
: Backlight Compensation Indicator  
(pg. 25)  
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator  
(pg. 25)  
a Mode Indicator (pg. 20)  
b Focus Indicator (pg. 20)  
c Image Size: 640 (640 x 480)  
d Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD  
(standard) (pg. 57)  
e Remaining Number of Shots (pg. 69)  
f
: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator  
(pg. 21)  
g Shooting Indicator (pg. 20)  
h Self-Timer Recording Indicator (pg. 57)  
 
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During Video Playback  
During Still Image Playback  
NOV.10.2006  
11:30AM  
NOV.10.  
a Mode Indicator (pg. 30)  
2006  
b Folder/File Number  
c Slide Show Playback Indicator (pg. 31)  
d Battery Indicator (pg. 62)  
e Date (pg. 54)  
f Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 15, 54)  
g Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 34)  
a Mode Indicator (pg. 26)  
b
: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears  
when playing back a playlist. pg. 44)  
: Event Search Playback Indicator  
(Appears when playing back a video file from  
the event search. pg. 29)  
: Date Search Playback Indicator  
(Appears when playing back a video file from  
the date search. pg. 28)  
c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]  
(normal), [E] (economy) (pg. 55)  
d Playback Mode (pg. 27)  
U : Playback  
9 : Pause  
5
: Forward High-Speed Search  
: Reverse High-Speed Search  
3
9U : Forward Slow-Motion  
Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion  
(The number on the left shows speed.)  
e Counter (pg. 54)  
f Volume Level Indicator  
g Battery Indicator (pg. 62)  
h Date/Time (pg. 54)  
i Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 15, 54)  
j Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 34)  
k Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (pg. 34)  
A
AC Adapter ...................................................12, 65 Nightalive .......................................................... 25  
B
Backlight Compensation ........................................ 25  
O
Battery Pack ....................................................... 12 On-Screen Display ..........................................55, 70  
Brightness Control ............................................... 54 Operation Sound ................................................. 53  
C
Changing Event Registration .................................. 56 PictBridge .......................................................... 46  
Changing the Menu Settings ................................... 52 Picture Quality .........................................55, 57, 69  
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium .......................40, 54 Playlist .........................................................42, 56  
Clock Adjust ....................................................... 55 Power Switch ..................................................... 12  
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder ................ 32 Power-Linked Operation ........................................ 10  
Continuous Shooting .......................................21, 57 Program AE ....................................................... 24  
Copying/Moving Still Image Files ........................51, 54 Protecting Files ........................................38, 56, 57  
D
R
Data Battery ....................................................... 14 Rec Media Setting ............................................... 54  
Date Display Order .............................................. 55 Recording Medium ............................................... 65  
Date Index Screen ............................................... 28 Recording Time ................................................... 69  
Date/Time Setting ................................................ 13 Remote Control ..............................................33, 53  
Deleting Files ..................................................... 36 Resetting the File Number ................................40, 54  
Demonstration Mode ............................................ 53  
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) .................................. 55  
Direct Printing ................................................46, 57  
Drop Detection .................................................... 53  
Dubbing ............................................................ 47  
DVD Creation Function ......................................... 47  
SD Card ............................................................ 15  
Self-Timer .......................................................... 57  
E
Effect .....................................................34, 56, 57 Slow Motion Playback ........................................... 27  
Event Registration ..........................................17, 55 Speaker Volume .................................................. 26  
Event Screen ...................................................... 29 Spot Exposure Control .......................................... 25  
EXTMOV Folder .............................................17, 29 Still Image ....................................................20, 30  
F
T
File Information ................................................... 37 Tele Macro ....................................................55, 57  
Focus ............................................................... 23 Tripod Mounting .................................................. 14  
Formatting a Recording Medium .........................39, 54  
V
Video ...........................................................16, 26  
G
Gain Up .......................................................55, 57  
W
White Balance .................................................... 23  
H
Hard Disk ............................................................ 2 Wind Cut ........................................................... 55  
Wipe or Fader Effects ........................................... 34  
I
Image Rotation ................................................... 31  
Z
Zooming ......................................18, 21, 27, 31, 55  
L
Language Setting ...........................................13, 54  
LCD Monitor ..................................................10, 66  
LED Light .....................................................18, 21  
Lens Cap ............................................................. 9  
M
Manual Exposure ................................................ 23  
Manual Focus ..................................................... 23  
Manual Recording ................................................ 22  
MSET Menu ....................................................... 22  
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