EN
GUIDEBOOK
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
U
GZ-MG230
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing
this hard disk camera. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 2 and 3 to
ensure safe use of this product.
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on
the bottom of the camera) and
Serial No. (located on the battery
pack mount of the camera)
below.
Model No.
Serial No.
Remember that this camera is intended for
private consumer use only.
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.
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.
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.)
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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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valid in the European Union.
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Read This First!
How to Select an Item Using the Touch Sensor
An example screen in English is used for the guidance below.
Selecting an item from the menu list
(on the menu screen ੬ pg. 62)
Using on-screen buttons
(e.g. during playback ੬ pg. 27)
L
L
A
MENU
IMAGE QUALITY
IMAGE SIZE
Q
GAIN UP
BASIC SETTINGS
B
R
A
B
To select an on-screen button appearing
on the left side, touch the portion of the
sensor next to the on-screen button.
QSlide your finger up and down on the
sensor.
RTouch the OK button.
To select an on-screen button appearing at
the bottom of the screen, touch the touch
sensor under the on-screen button you
want to select.
NOTE
The cursor moves from 1 to 9 on the index
screen when you slide your finger on the
touch sensor.
CAUTION
Touch the sensors with your finger. The
sensors do not function if you touch them with
your finger nail or with gloves on.
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
6
Make a backup of important recorded data
JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important
recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (੬ pg. 42)
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.
Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly
This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background noise and interference
can prevent it from operating correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly, reset the
camera. (੬ pg. 67)
Precautions on handling batteries
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs.
If the camera is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it
again.
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•
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the camera immediately
and consult your local JVC dealer
If a problem occurs when using the microSD card, take the card together with the
camera for repair. If one of them is not included, the cause of the malfunction cannot be
diagnosed, and the camera cannot be repaired.
•
Recorded data may be erased while the camera is being repaired or inspected. Back up
all data before requesting repairs or inspections.
•
Because the camera may be used for demonstration in a shop,
the demonstration mode is set to [ON] by default
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (੬ pg. 64)
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Contents
GETTING STARTED
EDITING/PRINTING
Accessories .......................................... 10
Managing Files...................................... 32
Deleting/Protecting Files..............................32
Viewing File Information ..............................33
Changing the Event Registration of Video
Files after Recording..................................34
Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) ...................35
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable...11
Index ...................................................... 12
Indications on LCD Monitor................. 14
Necessary Settings before Use........... 16
Charging the Battery Pack...........................16
Date/Time Setting........................................17
Language Setting ........................................17
Playlists................................................. 36
Creating Playlists.........................................36
Playing Back Playlists..................................37
Other Operations of Playlists.......................38
Other Settings....................................... 18
Grip Adjustment...........................................18
Lens Cover ..................................................18
Checking the Remaining Battery Power......18
Tripod Mounting...........................................18
When Using a microSD Card ......................19
Print Setting .......................................... 39
DPOF Print Setting......................................39
Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer .........40
COPYING
RECORDING
Copying Files........................................ 42
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the
Camera ......................................................42
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files
from the Camera ........................................47
Copying/Moving Files ..................................48
Recording Files..................................... 20
Video Recording..........................................20
Still Image Recording ..................................21
Zooming.......................................................22
Registering Files to Events..........................22
Checking the Remaining Space on the
Recording Media........................................23
Manual Recording ............................... 24
To Change to Manual Recording Mode.......24
Program AE.................................................24
Backlight Compensation..............................24
Manual Setting in Function Menu................25
Playing Back Files................................ 27
Video/Still Image Playback ..........................27
File Search Function....................................28
To Play Back MPG Files ..............................29
Playback with Special Effects......................30
Watching Images on TV........................ 31
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PC OPERATION
Regarding the Icons in this
Manual
File Backup on a Windows® PC........... 49
System Requirements .................................49
Software Installation ....................................50
Connecting the Camera to the PC...............51
File Backup on the PC.................................52
File Backup on the PC without Using
Icon at the top of a page
Software.....................................................53
Other Windows® PC Operations.......... 54
Playing Back Files on the PC ......................54
Creating a DVD-Video .................................55
Getting More Use of the Software ...............57
When there is an icon at the top of a page,
it shows whether the page is related to
videos or still images.
File Backup on a Macintosh® .............. 58
System Requirements .................................58
Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh ...58
File Backup on the Macintosh .....................59
Page related to videos
!
#
Page related to still images
Folder Structure and Extensions........ 60
Customer Support Information ........... 61
Icon at the subtitle
MENU SETTINGS
Changing the Menu Settings............... 62
FURTHER INFORMATION
Troubleshooting.................................... 67
Warning Indications ............................. 70
Cleaning ................................................ 71
Specifications ....................................... 72
Cautions ................................................ 74
Terms..................................................... 76
For video mode only
!
#
For still images mode only
On-screen function guide
The on-screen function guide is displayed
at the bottom of the screen during menu
display, etc.
EFFECT
WIPE/FADER
MONITOR OFF
BASIC SETTINGS
ADD EFFECT TO IMAGE
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GETTING STARTED
Accessories
AC Adapter
AP-V18U/14U
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
Audio/Video Cable
USB Cable
(੬ pg. 40, 42, 51
and 58)
CD-ROM
(੬ pg. 50)
Core Filter
(੬ pg. 11)
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
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Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable
Attach the core filter to the USB cable. The core filter reduces interference. Connect the end of
the cable with the core filter to the camera.
Release the stopper.
3 cm (1-3/16")
Wind once.
11
Index
NOTES
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
•
Power-linked operation
•
You can also turn the camera on/off by
opening/closing the LCD monitor during the
recording mode.
Be careful not to cover 4, 6and 8during
shooting.
•
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Camera
! Touch Sensor (੬ pg. 6)
# OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] (੬ pg. 15)
$ Menu Button [MENU]
% Power Switch [POWER]
(You can turn off the camera by pressing
and holding this button.)
& Speaker
( Playback/Recording Mode Switching
Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (੬ pg. 20)
) Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE]
(Blinks when you access files or charge
the battery. Do not turn off the power or
remove the battery pack/AC adapter while
accessing files.)
* Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD]
(੬ pg. 43)/Title Button [TITLE] (੬ pg. 37)
+ Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK
UP] (੬ pg. 52)/Information Button [INFO]
(੬ pg. 33)
, Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/
MANUAL] (੬ pg. 24)
- Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/
STOP] (੬ pg. 20)
. Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]
(੬ pg. 21)
/ Zoom Lever [W 7,T ] (੬ pg. 22)
,
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+]
(੬ pg. 27)
0 Mode Switch [!, #]
1 DC Jack [DC] (੬ pg. 16)
2 Audio/Video Jack [AV]
3 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Jack [
]
2
(੬ pg. 40, 42, 51 and 58)
4 Camera Sensor
5 Lens Cover (੬ pg. 18)
6 Lens
7 Lens Cover Switch [
8 Stereo Microphone
,
] (੬ pg. 18)
=>
9 microSD Card Slot (੬ pg. 19)
: Stud Hole (੬ pg. 18)
; Tripod Mounting Socket (੬ pg. 18)
< Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ pg. 16)
= Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 16)
> Grip Strap (੬ pg. 18)
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Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image
Recording
During Video Recording Only
[5h56m]
0:04:01
1/250
! Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 20)
# Counter
JAN. 20. 2008 4:55PM
$ Picture Quality:
(ULTRA FINE),
B
! Selected Operation Mode Indicator
(੬ pg. 24)
(FINE),
(NORMAL),
(ECONOMY)
C
D
E
(੬ pg. 62)
% Remaining Time (੬ pg. 20, 73)
REC: (Appears during recording.)
4: Auto Mode
3: Manual Mode
&
M
# Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 26)
$ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 26)
% Program AE Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 24)
& Zoom Indicator (੬ pg. 22)
( Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 64)
) Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(੬ pg. 64)
(੬ pg. 20)
: (Appears during record-standby
mode.)
MQ
( Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)
(੬ pg. 63)
) Wind Cut Indicator (੬ pg. 63)
* Event Indicator (੬ pg. 23)
* Approximate Zoom Ratio (੬ pg. 22)
+ White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 26)
, Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(੬ pg. 25)
During Still Image Recording Only
- Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 70)
. Date/Time (੬ pg. 17)
/ Brightness Control Indicator (੬ pg. 64)
0 Backlight Compensation Indicator
(੬ pg. 24)
640
[ 9 9 9 9 ]
FINE
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PHOTO
1 Iris Lock Indicator (੬ pg. 25, 26)
2
: Exposure Adjustment Indicator
(੬ pg. 25)
! Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 21)
# Focus Indicator (੬ pg. 25)
$ Image Size
.: Photometry Area Control Indicator
(੬ pg. 26)
% Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD
(standard) (੬ pg. 62)
3 Shutter Speed (੬ pg. 26)
& Remaining Number of Shots (੬ pg. 73)
( Shooting Indicator (੬ pg. 21)
) Shutter Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 62)
* Self-Timer Recording Indicator (੬ pg. 62)
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During Video Playback
During Still Image Playback
9: 55: 0 1
1 0 1 - 0 0 9 8
JAN. 20. 2008 4:55PM
JAN. 20. 2008 4:55PM
! Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 27)
# Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 30)
$ Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (੬ pg. 30)
! Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 27)
# Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 30)
$ Folder/File Number
% Slide Show Playback Indicator (੬ pg. 27)
& Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 64)
( Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(੬ pg. 64)
) Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 70)
* Date/Time (੬ pg. 17)
%
: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears
6
when playing back a playlist.) (੬ pg. 37)
¨ª: Event Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file
from the event search.) (੬ pg. 28)
¨©: Date Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file
from the date search.) (੬ pg. 28)
& Picture Quality:
(ULTRA FINE),
B
(FINE),
(NORMAL),
(ECONOMY)
C
D
E
(੬ pg. 23, 62)
( Counter
) Playback Mode (੬ pg. 27)
:Playback
F
:Pause
Q
:Forward Search
:Reverse Search
Switching indication modes on LCD
monitor
K
J
:Forward Slow-Motion
:Reverse Slow-Motion
G
E
Each time you touch the DISP button,
indications on LCD monitor switch as
shown below;
(The number on the left shows speed.)
* Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 64)
+ Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(੬ pg. 64)
, Volume Level Indicator
- Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 70)
. Date/Time (੬ pg. 17)
In recording mode:
All indications/Indications for selected
functions
In playback mode:
All indications/Only date and time/
No indications
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Necessary Settings before Use
Be sure to configure the following three
settings before use.
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (੬ step 2), then
remove the battery pack.
L
L
Charging the Battery Pack
To check the remaining battery power
See page 18.
NOTES
1
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camera.
You can also use the camera with just the
AC adapter.
•
•
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter
plug and cable. This may damage the AC
adapter.
2
Attach the battery pack.
Slide the battery pack down until it locks
in place.
Bottom of the Camera
BATT.
3
Connect the AC adapter.
DC Jack
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
The 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.
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Date/Time Setting
Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
1
2
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears,
select [YES] within 10 seconds.
2
Touch the MENU button.
SET DATE/TIME!
3
Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
YES
NO
IMAGE QUALITY
IMAGE SIZE
GAIN UP
If you do not select within 10 seconds, the
screen disappears. In such case, press
and hold the POWER button and turn the
camera on again.
BASIC SETTINGS
4
Select [LANGUAGE].
3
Set the date and time.
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
DROP DETECTION
REMOTE
DATE
TIME
DEMO MODE
SELECT LANGUAGE
JAN 31 2008 11 07 AM
Repeat this step to input the month, day,
year, hour and minute.
5
Select the desired language.
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGU
DROP
REMO
4
Touch the OK button to finish.
DEMO
To change the date and time
1) Touch the MENU button.
2) Select [BASIC SETTINGS], and then
[CLOCK ADJUST].
L
To return to the previous screen
L
L
Select
.
@
To quit the screen
Touch the MENU button.
3) Set the date and time.
To return to the previous screen
L
L
Select
.
@
To quit the screen
Touch the MENU button.
You have now finished configuring the
necessary settings.
To use the camera right away
See page 20.
L
To configure other settings
See page 18.
L
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Other Settings
NOTES
Grip Adjustment
If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,
•
there may be a problem with your battery.
In such a case, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
The recordable time display should only be
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute
units.
•
Tripod Mounting
Align the camera stud hole with the tripod
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,
and then rotate the camera clockwise to
mount it to the tripod.
Lens Cover
When not using the camera, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.
Bottom of the
Camera
Open the lens cover
Close the lens cover
NOTE
Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so
may cause damage to the lens.
NOTE
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
Checking the Remaining Battery
Power
•
Preparation:
Attach the battery pack.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select recording mode.
•
•
For !mode:
Press the INFO button twice or the INFO
button and then select
.
;
For #mode:
Press the INFO button.
BATTERY CONDITION
DIRECT
BACK UP
MAX TIME
min
INFO
QUIT
To return to the normal screen
Press the INFO button again.
L
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NOTES
When Using a microSD Card
Insert and remove the microSD card only
•
while the power is turned off. Otherwise,
data on the card may be corrupted.
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse
side of the label.
If you want to record to a microSD card,
the following three operations need to be
performed.
Operations are certified on the following
microSD cards.
•
•
Video recording: Class 4 or higher
compatible microSDHC card (4 GB)
Still image recording: Panasonic, TOSHIBA,
SanDisk, ATP microSD card (256 MB to
2 GB) or microSDHC card (4 GB)
If other media are used, they may fail to
record data correctly, or they may lose data
that had already been recorded.
RChange the recording medium
The camera is programmed to record on the
built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the
factory.You can change the recording medium
to microSD card.
•
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and [REC
MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD]. (੬ pg. 64)
MultiMediaCards are not supported.
Cards used to record video on this camera
•
•
cannot be played back on other devices.
QInsert a microSD card
SFormat a microSD card when using it
for the first time
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
This will also ensure stable speeds and
operation when accessing the microSD card.
1
Open the microSD card cover.
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format
the card. (੬ pg. 65)
Bottom of the
Camera
2
Firmly insert the card with its clipped
edge first.
Clipped Edge
3
Close the microSD card cover.
To remove a microSD card
Push the microSD card once.
L
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
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RECORDING
Recording Files
Video Recording
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.
Slide the mode switch to select
!(video) mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC
button to select recording mode.
SELECT
PLAY/REC
Press the START/STOP button to
start recording.
[ 5 h 5 6 m ]
REC
Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
LTo stop recording
LTo register a file to an event
See page 23.
Press the START/STOP button again.
LTo view the video you just recorded
Select A during pause.
LTo change the aspect ratio of the image
(16:9/4:3)
During the preview, you can delete the
video by selecting *.
Change the settings in [SELECT ASPECT
RATIO]. (੬ pg. 63)
LTo change the picture quality
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].
(੬ pg. 62)
NOTES
The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn the camera’s power off and then
on again.
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to
conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor
and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.
Video files are given the names MOV001.MOD to MOV009.MOD, MOV00A.MOD to MOV00F.MOD,
and MOV010.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.
This camera records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. This camera is not
compatible with other digital video formats.
•
•
•
Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording. If you do so, the driving sound (hum) of
the hard disk may be recorded.
•
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Still Image Recording
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.
Slide the mode switch to select
#(still image) mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC
button to select recording mode.
SELECT
PLAY/REC
Press and hold the SNAPSHOT
button halfway.
640
[
FINE
The ?indicator becomes green when
the captured image is focused.
LTo view the image you just recorded
Select A after shooting.
Press the SNAPSHOT button fully
to take the photo/picture.
During the preview, you can delete the
image by selecting *.
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[ 9 9 9 9 ]
FINE
LTo change the picture quality
Change the settings in [IMAGE
QUALITY]. (੬ pg. 62)
LTo record still images continuously
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in
[SHUTTER MODE]. (੬ pg. 62)
NOTES
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.
•
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to
conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor
and open the LCD monitor again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as
zooming.
•
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Recording Files (Continued)
Zooming
Registering Files to Events
!
Preparation:
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 three different destinations within each
event (for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).
Slide the mode switch to select !or #
•
mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select recording mode.
•
Zoom out
Zoom in
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select recording mode.
•
•
W: Wide angle
T: Telephoto
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset)
!mode
#mode
Select [REGISTER EVENT].
56X
28X
REGISTER EVENT
VIDEO QUALITY
GAIN UP
LTo change the maximum zoom ratio (for
!mode only)
SELECT ASPECT RATIO
REGISTER EVENT AT RECORDING
Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (੬ pg. 63)
NOTE
3
Select the event that you want to
register the file to.
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.
To select a different destination, select
•
[SORT].
To cancel the event registration, select
[CANCEL].
•
REGISTER EVENT
VACATION 1
SORT
QUIT
The selected event is displayed on the
screen. Press the START/STOP button to
start recording.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
LTo search a file by the event
See page 28.
NOTE
Once you 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.
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Checking the Remaining Space
on the Recording Media
!
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select recording mode.
•
•
Press the INFO button.
MAX RECORDING TIME
DIRECT
HDD
BACK UP
FREE
USED
INFO
SET
The maximum recording time is displayed for
each picture quality mode
( B: ULTRA FINE, C: FINE, D: NORMAL,
E: ECONOMY).
LTo change the picture quality
1) Select the desired picture quality.
2) Touch the OK button.
LTo return to the normal screen
Select @.
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Manual Recording
Manual recording mode enables you to set
the focus and screen brightness etc. manually.
LItems for program AE setting
5 NIGHT:
•
Records with more sensitivity in dim
locations by adjusting the shutter speed
automatically.
To Change to Manual Recording
Mode
3 TWILIGHT:
•
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
Preparation:
6PORTRAIT:
Slide the mode switch to select !or #
•
•
The subject in the foreground is
mode.
accentuated by blurring the background.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select recording mode.
•
HSPORTS:
•
Records fast moving subjects clearly.
GSNOW:
Press twice.
•
Compensates for subjects that may
appear too dark when shooting in
extremely bright surroundings, such as
in snow.
AUTO
/
MANUAL
/SPOTLIGHT:
•
Select this when a spotlight makes a
subject appear too bright.
LTo return to the auto recording mode
Press the AUTO/MANUAL button so that
the 4indicator appears.
Backlight Compensation
Backlight compensation brightens the subject
by increasing the exposure.
Program AE
After performing “To Change to Manual
Recording Mode” (੬ left column)
You can record videos or still images with
optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure
and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or
the subject.
1
Touch the MENU button.
After performing “To Change to Manual
2
Recording Mode” (੬ above)
Select [BACKLIGHT COMP.].
1
Touch the MENU button.
3
Set to [ON].
2
Select [PROGRAM AE].
3
Select the desired setting.
LTo cancel backlight compensation
Select [OFF] in step 3.
For details on each setting, see the right
column.
LTo cancel program AE
Select [OFF] in step 2.
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4
Select the desired setting.
Manual Setting in Function Menu
MANUAL SETTING
ADJUSAUTO
You can use manual recording functions
easily by selecting items in the function
menus.
MANUAL
FOCUS
WB
SHUTTER SPEED
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
After performing “To Change to Manual
Recording Mode” (੬ pg. 24)
Depending on the kind of settings you
select, you can set the value by using the
touch sensor.
1
Touch the MENU button.
The menu disappears and the indicator for
the set function appears.
2
Select [MANUAL SETTING].
3
Select the desired menu.
For details on each menu, see below.
LTo return to the previous screen
Select @.
MANUAL SETTING
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
FOCUS
LTo quit the screen
Touch the MENU button.
WB
SHUTTER SPEED
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
For !mode
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.
–6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1.
For #mode
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
Adjusts the brightness.
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.
–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in
increments of 1/3EV.
LTo lock the exposure
When the menu disappears after you finish configuring the
setting, select [LOCK]. The Cindicator appears.
[AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically.
@9:A: Adjusts the focus manually. (When zooming, the
subject will not go out of focus if you adjust the focus at the
telephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide-angle (W)
side.)
FOCUS
Adjusts the focus.
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Manual Recording (Continued)
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.
@
BMWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the
light source.
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front
of the subject so that the white paper fills
the screen.
2) Keep touching the OK button until the
Bindicator starts blinking then stops
blinking.
WB
Adjusts the white balance
to achieve the optimum
colors for the amount of
light in your surroundings
during recording.
DFINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.
ECLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.
FHALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is
used.
[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
1/2 to 1/4000 (For !mode)/
SHUTTER SPEED
A fast shutter speed can
freeze the motion of a
fast-moving subject, and
a slow shutter speed can
blur the subject to give the
impression of motion.
1/2 to 1/500 (For #mode): The smaller the value, the faster the
shutter speed.
NOTE
It is recommended to use the tripod (੬ pg. 18) when recording
with a slow shutter speed.
6 [WHOLE SCREEN]: Brightness is adjusted automatically for
whole screen.
7 SPOT: Brightness for the specified spot is adjusted
automatically. Furthermore, brightness in the specified spot
can be locked by selecting [LOCK]. The Cindicator appears.
LTo cancel spot exposure control
Select [WHOLE SCREEN] again so that the Cindicator
disappears.
PHOTOMETRY AREA
Enables you to adjust the
brightness in the desired
spot when backlight
compensation does not
work well.
[OFF]: No effect is used.
1
JSEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos.
KMONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old
movies.
EFFECT
Enables you to record
videos or still images with
special effects.
LCLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an
old movie atmosphere.
MSTROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
* Not available in #mode.
TELE MACRO
Enables you to shoot
a subject as large as
possible at a distance of
approx. 50 cm (1.64 ft).
[OFF]: Disables the function.
tON: Activates the function.
1
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Playing Back Files
3
Select the desired file.
Video/Still Image Playback
VIDEO PLAYBACK
1
2
Slide the mode switch to select !
(video) or #(still image) mode.
LTo watch on TV
See page 31.
LTo check the file information
Press the INFO button when playback is
paused. (੬ pg. 33)
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button
to select playback mode.
LTo adjust the sound volume of videos
SELECT
PLAY/REC
Turn down the
volume
Turn up the
volume
The index screen for videos appears.
LOperations during Video Playback
LOperations during Still Image
Playback
: Return to the first scene of the file
: Go to the first scene of the next file
: Return to the index screen
N
O
L
J
E
!
#
$
%
: Rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise
: Change playback order of slide show
in reverse direction
: Rotate 90 degrees clockwise
: Change playback order of slide show
(
!
#
P
: Reverse search (during playback)
: Frame-by-frame playback in reverse
)
direction (during pause)*
: Playback
F
F
Q
K
G
&
(
in forward direction
: Pause
: Return to the index screen
: Display the previous file
: Start/end the slide show
: Display the next file
L
N
F
O
$
%
&
(
: Forward search (during playback)
: Frame-by-frame playback in forward
direction (during pause)*
* Slow playback starts when you keep
touching the sensor button under E / G
for a while.
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Playing Back Files (Continued)
Event Screen
!
File Search Function
You can search the desired file by the event
You can switch the index screen to the date
index screen or event screen and search a file
by the recording date or the event.
that you registered the file to when recording.
(੬ pg. 23) After searching by the event, you
can search by the recording date to narrow
down the search.
Date Index Screen
Preparation:
You can search the desired file by the
recording date.
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
•
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !or #
•
mode.
1
2
Select 4.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
Select the event.
SEARCH EVENT
1
2
Select ?.
VACATION 1
Select the recording date.
QUIT
SEARCH DATE
SEP.01.2008
SEP.08.2008
3
4
Select the recording date.
To display all the files, select [ALL
SCENES].
QUIT
SEARCH EVENT
3
Select the file you want to play back.
ALL SCENES
SEP.08.2008
SEP.25.2008
SEP.01.2008
QUIT
QUIT
Select the file you want to play back.
LTo return to the index screen
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
LTo return to the index screen
Select @.
LTo change the event registration of a
file
See page 34.
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To Play Back MPG Files
!
MPG files (demonstration files, etc.) are
stored in the EXTMOV folder.
Follow the procedure below to play back the
MPG files in the EXTMOV folder.
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
•
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
Select [PLAYBACK MPG FILE].
PLAYBACK MPG FILE
COPY
MOVE
EDITED COPY
PLAY DEMO FILE
3
Select the file you want to play back.
[MPG]
LTo return to the normal file playback
mode
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
NOTE
An MOD file is created in the EXTMOV folder
when management information is corrupted.
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Playing Back Files (Continued)
LItems for WIPE/FADER setting
Playback with Special Effects
OFADER-WHITE:
•
•
•
Fades in or out with a white screen.
PFADER-BLACK:
Wipe or fader effects
Add effects at the beginning and end of
videos. These effects cannot be set for still
images.
Playback effects
Add effects that, for example, alter the color
tones of images.
Fades in or out with a black screen.
QFADER-B.W:
Fades in to a color screen from a black and
white screen, or fades out in the opposite
way.
RWIPE-CORNER:
•
•
Wipes in on a black screen from the upper
right to the lower left corner, or wipes out in
the opposite way.
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !or #
•
mode.
SWIPE-WINDOW:
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
Starts in the center of a black screen and
wipes in toward the corners, or wipes out in
the opposite way.
The following screen illustrations are
examples when setting [EFFECT] to
[SEPIA].
TWIPE-SLIDE:
•
•
Wipes in from right to left, or wipes out in the
opposite way.
UWIPE-DOOR:
1
Touch the MENU button.
Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen
which open to the left and right revealing the
scene, or wipes out in the opposite way.
VWIPE-SCROLL:
2
Select [WIPE/FADER] (!mode only)
•
•
or [EFFECT].
Wipes in from the bottom to the top of a
black screen, or wipes out in the opposite
way.
EFFECT
WIPE/FADER
MONITOR OFF
WWIPE-SHUTTER:
BASIC SETTINGS
ADD EFFECT TO IMAGE
Wipes in from the center of a black screen
toward the top and bottom, or wipes out in
the opposite way.
3
Select a desired effect.
For details on each effect, see the right
column.
NOTE
When the screen fades in or out, the sound
also fades in or out.
LItems for EFFECT setting
EFFEC
WIPE/
OFF
SEPIA
JSEPIA:
•
•
•
MONOTONE
MONIT
CLASSIC FILM
BASIC
The image is given a brownish tint like an
old photo.
TINT LIKE OLD PHOTOS
KMONOTONE:
The image becomes black and white like
an old movie.
4
Select the file you want to play back.
LCLASSIC FILM*:
The image is given an old movie
atmosphere by the effect of skipping
frames.
LTo turn off the effect
Select [OFF] in step 3.
MSTROBE*:
•
The image looks like a series of
consecutive snapshots.
* Not available in #mode.
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Watching Images on TV
Preparation:
Turn off all units.
•
AV Jack
DC Jack
AV Cable
To AC Outlet
AV Input Jack
AC Adapter
NOTE
This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used
with a television of a different standard.
1
Turn on the camera and the TV.
2
Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
3
(Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder)
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set it to its AUX input mode.
4
Start playback on the camera. (੬ pg. 27)
16:9 TV
4:3 TV
LIf the aspect ratio of the image is not correct as
shown on the right
Change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE].
(੬ pg. 65)
LTo display the camera’s on-screen display on
TV
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (੬ pg. 65)
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EDITING/PRINTING
Managing Files
CAUTION
Deleting/Protecting the Currently
Displayed File
Do not remove the recording medium or
perform any other operation (such as turning
off the power) while accessing files. Also,
be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as
the data on the recording medium may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted
during operation. If the data on the recording
medium becomes corrupted, format the
recording medium. (੬ pg. 65)
After performing steps 1-2
3
Select [CURRENT].
DELETE
CURRENT
FILE SELECT
DELETE ALL
SELECT FILES ONE BY ONE
QUIT
Deleting/Protecting Files
4
When [DELETE?] or [PROTECT?]
appears, select [YES].
Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete
them, release the protection first.
•
Once files are deleted, they cannot be
restored. Check files before deleting.
•
DELETE?
Remaining files:
YES
NO
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !or #
•
mode.
You can select the previous or next file by
selecting { or }.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
The following screen illustrations are
examples when performing [DELETE].
Deleting/Protecting Files
After performing steps 1-2
1
Touch the MENU button.
You can skip directly to the delete menu by
selecting *.
3
Select [FILE SELECT].
2
Select [DELETE] or [PROTECT/
CANCEL].
4
Select the desired file.
VIDEO DELETE
DELETE
PROTECT/CANCEL
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
PLAYBACK MPG FILE
DELETE RECORDED FILES
QUIT
The * (deletion) or x(protection) 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.
•
•
5
Select [QUIT].
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6
Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when
performing [DELETE]) or [YES]
(when performing [PROTECT]).
Viewing File Information
Preparation:
For !mode: Pause the playback.
Alternatively, select the file on the index
screen.
•
DELETE?
EXECUTE AND QUIT
QUIT
For #mode: Play back the still image.
Alternatively, select the file on the index
screen.
RETURN
•
Press the INFO button.
Deleting/Protecting All Files
DIRECT
BACK UP
FILE
After performing steps 1-2 (੬ pg. 32)
FOLDER
DATE/TIME
PB TIME
QUALITY
PROTECT
SEP 1 07 10:18PM
ULTRA FINE
OFF
INFO
3
Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT
ALL].
FILE:
File name
FOLDER:
Folder name
DATE/TIME:
Date and time of the recording
PB TIME (for video files):
Playback time (length of the file)
SIZE (for still images):
Image size
QUALITY:
Image quality (੬ pg. 62)
PROTECT:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
4
When [DELETE ALL?] or [PROTECT
ALL?] appears, select [YES].
DELETE ALL?
(EXCEPT PROTECTED FILE)
YES
NO
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
File protection status (੬ pg. 32)
LTo release protection
LTo turn off the file information display
Select the protected file in step 4
(“Deleting/Protecting Files” ੬ pg. 32).
Press the INFO button again.
LTo release protection of all files
1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL].
2) Select [YES].
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Managing Files (Continued)
Changing the Event of the Selected
Files
Changing the Event Registration
of Video Files after Recording
!
After performing steps 1-2
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
•
3
Select [FILE SELECT].
4
Select the file you want to register.
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
CHANGED(FROM HERE)
Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].
QUIT
EDITED COPY
CHANGE EVENT REG.
EDIT PLAYLIST
When you select a file, the color of the
•
EFFECT
CHANGE REGISTERED EVENT
cursor changes. To select other files,
move the cursor forward.You can only
select the files in order.
If you slide the zoom lever towards T,
•
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding
the zoom lever towards W returns to the
index screen.
Changing the Event of the Currently
Displayed File
5
Select a new event you want to
3
4
Select [CURRENT].
register the file to.
CHANGE EVENT REG.
To select a different destination, select
[SORT].
•
CURRENT
FILE SELECT
To cancel the event registration, select
[CANCEL].
•
SELECT FILES ONE BY ONE
QUIT
CHANGE EVENT REG.
VACATION 1
Select the file you want to register.
CANCEL SORT
QUIT
CHANGE EVENT?
YES
NO
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
You can select the previous or next file by
selecting { or }.
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5
Select the file you want to copy.
Partial Delete (EDITED COPY)
!
EDITED COPY
COPY 1st SECTION
COPY 2nd SECTION
CANCEL
You can divide the selected video file into two,
and make a copy of the desired section as a
new video file.
Preparation:
[COPY 1st SECTION]:
Copy the section before the division
point.
[COPY 2nd SECTION]:
Copy the section after the division point.
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
•
•
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
•
select playback mode.
•
1
Touch the MENU button.
When copying is finished, the copied file is
added to the index screen.
2
Select [EDITED COPY].
LTo quit the screen
EDITED COPY
CHANGE EVENT REG.
EDIT PLAYLIST
Select [QUIT].
EFFECT
EXTRACT SCENES TO KEEP
NOTE
When playing back the copied file, the
recording date of the original file is displayed.
Meanwhile, the date when you copied is
displayed on the file information display.
(੬ pg. 33)
3
Select the desired file.
EDITED COPY
QUIT
Playback starts.
4
Set the point at which you want to
divide the file.
EDITED COPY
QUIT
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Playlists
!
It is a list that enables you to organize
recorded videos in order of preference.
5
6
Select the file to add to playlist.
SEP.01.2008
FROM DATE
TOTAL
Preparation:
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
•
QUIT
SELECT
CHECK
To preview scenes, select the file and
select [CHECK]. When the index screen of
individual scenes appears, select the file,
then touch the OK button.
Creating Playlists
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].
To return to the previous screen, select @.
Select the insertion point.
SEP.01.2008
FROM DATE
EDITED COPY
TOTAL
CHANGE EVENT REG.
EDIT PLAYLIST
EFFECT
CREATE/EDIT PLAYLIST
QUIT
SELECT
SAVE
CHECK
To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.
To delete a registered scene, select the
registered file, then select [CANCEL].
•
3
4
•
Select [NEW LIST].
EDIT PLAYLIST
NEW LIST
EDIT
RENAME PLAYLIST
DELETE
SET TITLE
CREATE PLAYLIST
7
8
Select } and then [SAVE].
QUIT
Select [SAVE AND QUIT].
QUIT PLAYLIST
SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?
SAVE AND QUIT
DELETE AND QUIT
RETURN
Select an item and display files.
[CREATE BY DATE]:
Display all the files in the medium listed
by recording date.
•
[CREATE BY EVENT]:
•
Search for an event and display the
corresponding files listed by recording
date.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
[SELCECT FROM SCENES]:
Display all files individually.
NOTES
•
A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.
Each playlist can consist of a maximum of
99 scenes.
•
NEW LIST
•
CREATE BY DATE
CREATE BY EVENT
SELECT FROM SCENES
If you delete the original files, the
corresponding files are also deleted from
the playlist.
•
SELECT SCENE BY DATE
QUIT
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Creating Playlists including Titles
Playing Back Playlists
You can easily create a playlist including a
title.
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
1
Press the TITLE button.
Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST].
DIRECT
DVD
DELETE
PROTECT/CANCEL
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
PLAYBACK MPG FILE
PLAY FILES IN PLAYLIST
TITLE
2
Select [NEXT].
3
Select the playlist you want to play
back.
CREATE PLAYLIST
INCLUDING TITLES
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
NEXT
SEP.01.2008 02:18PM
SEP.08.2008 07:25PM
OCT.22.2008 10:00AM
CHECK
QUIT
3
Select the desired file.
CREATE PLAYLIST
LTo stop playback
SEP.01.2008
SEP.02.2008
SEP.03.2008
SEP.04.2008
SEP.05.2008
Select L.
LTo quit the screen
QUIT
CHECK
Select [QUIT].
You can check the scene by selecting
[CHECK].
LTo play back from the desired scene
1) In step 3, select [CHECK]. (The index
screen for playlist appears.)
4
Select the desired title.
2) Select the desired scene.
SET TITLE
NOTE
NO TITLE
When playing back a playlist with a picture
title, playback starts after the title is displayed
for 5 seconds.
CHECK
QUIT
LTo dub playlists using a VCR/DVD
recorder (੬ pg. 47)
Play back playlists by performing the
following operations.
1) After performing steps 1-2 shown
above, select [DUB].
LTo return to the previous screen
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
2) Select [YES].
NOTES
For playlist without a picture title: A black
screen is displayed at the first and the last
scene for 5 seconds.
•
For playlist with a picture title: The title is
displayed at the first scene for 10 seconds.
•
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Playlists (Continued)
!
Deleting Playlist
Other Operations of Playlists
You can perform additional editing and delete
files in a created playlist.
3
4
Select [DELETE].
Preparation:
Perform steps 1-2. (੬ pg. 36)
Select a playlist you want to delete.
To delete all playlists at once, select
[DELETE ALL].
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist
5
When [DELETE PLAYLIST?] appears,
select [YES].
3
Select [EDIT].
4
Select the playlist you want to edit.
To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to
8 in “Creating Playlists”. (੬ pg. 36)
Adding a Picture Title to Playlist
3
4
5
Select [SET TITLE].
Changing Playlist Names
Select the desired playlist.
Select the desired picture title.
3
Select [RENAME PLAYLIST].
4
Select the desired playlist.
5
Select the desired letter.
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, move the cursor to the
letter by sliding your finger up and down,
then select [CLEAR].
•
6
When [QUIT?] appears, select [SAVE
AND QUIT].
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Print Setting
#
5
Select the number of prints. (max. 15
prints)
DPOF Print Setting
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 take the
recording medium to a photo lab for printing.
To set print information for other images,
repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to
999 files.)
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
Preparation:
LTo cancel the selection
Slide the mode switch to #mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
•
Set the number of prints to “00” in step 5.
•
Setting All Files Together (One Print for
Each File)
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
Select [DPOF].
After performing steps 1-2 (੬ left column)
MOVE
3
Select [SET ALL 1].
EFFECT
DPOF
DPOF
BASIC SETTINGS
SET STILL IMAGE PRINTING
SET PRINT QUANTITY
SET ALL 1
CHECK QUANTITY
RESET
QUIT
Setting Files Individually
4
When [SET ALL TO 1?] appears,
select [YES].
After performing steps 1-2
LTo quit the screen
3
Select [SET PRINT QUANTITY].
Select [QUIT].
DPOF
SET PRINT QUANTITY
SET ALL 1
CHECK QUANTITY
RESET
LTo confirm DPOF settings
In step 3, select [CHECK QUANTITY].
If necessary, change the number of
•
prints for the desired file by following
QUIT
steps 4 and 5.
LTo reset DPOF settings
4
Select the desired file.
1) In step 3, select [RESET].
TOTAL
2) When [RESET?] appears, select [YES].
QUIT
If you slide and hold the zoom lever
towards T, the preview screen of the still
image is displayed.
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Print Setting (Continued)
#
To Print by Selecting a Still Image
Direct Printing with PictBridge
Printer
After performing steps 1-2 (੬ left column)
If your printer is compatible with PictBridge,
still images can be printed easily by
connecting the camera directly to the printer
with the USB cable. DPOF setting can also be
used. (੬ pg. 39)
3
Select [SELECTED PRINT].
DIRECT PRINT
SELECTED PRINT
DPOF PRINT
RETURN
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
4
DC Jack
USB Jack
Select the desired image.
PRINT THIS IMAGE?
YES
5
Select the desired setting.
To AC Outlet
NUMBER OF PRINTS
DATE
PRINT
RETURN
OFF
AC Adapter
USB Cable
[NUMBER OF PRINTS]:
The number of prints can be set from 1
to 99.
[DATE]:
•
•
PictBridge
Printer
Set whether to print the date and time.
6
Select [PRINT].
USB Jack
LTo stop printing after printing starts
1) Select [STOP].
2) When [QUIT PRINTING?] appears,
select [YES].
1
2
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
Select [DIRECT PRINT].
PLAYBACK ON PC
CREATE DVD
BACK UP
DIRECT PRINT
QUIT
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To Print Using the DPOF Settings
If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you
can use the DPOF settings. (੬ pg. 39)
After performing steps 1-2 (੬ pg. 40)
3
Select [DPOF PRINT].
4
Select [PRINT].
DPOF PRINT
CHECK SETTINGS
PRINT
RETURN
LTo stop printing after printing has
already started
1) Select [STOP].
2) When [QUIT PRINTING?] appears,
select [YES].
LTo confirm the DPOF setting
In step 4, select [CHECK SETTINGS]. To
return to the previous screen, select @.
NOTES
If the printer is not recognized, disconnect
the USB cable, then reconnect it.
•
You cannot return to the previous screen
•
while operating Direct print. If you want to
redo the operation, remove the USB cable,
turn the camera off, and start the operation
again from the beginning.
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COPYING
Copying Files
Types of Copying and Connectable Device
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files
from the Camera
The Camera
You can copy video/still
images from HDD onto
microSD card or from
microSD card to HDD
with this camera alone.
(੬ pg. 48)
Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW
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.
•
•
DVD Burner
(CU-VD3)
You can copy video files
recorded on this camera
onto DVD discs. (੬ right
column)
Dual-layer discs cannot be used.
Regarding finalization after copying
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.
VCR/DVD Recorder
NOTE
You can dub video files
recorded on this camera
onto DVD discs. (੬ pg. 47)
When using the optional DVD Burner, read its
instructions.
Connection with a DVD Burner
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
PC
You can copy video/still
image files on this camera
onto your PC. (੬ pg. 49
to 60)
To AC Outlet
AC Adapter
USB Jack
DC Jack
USB Jack
USB Cable
DVD Burner
NOTE
Use the USB cable that came with the DVD
burner.
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Making a Backup of All Files
Preparation:
Copying Video Files that Have Never
Been Copied
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
Files that have never been copied to the DVD
discs are automatically selected and copied.
•
(੬ pg. 42)
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
•
1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
The following screen illustrations are
examples when backing up video files.
2
Press the DIRECT DVD button.
1
Select [CREATE TOGETHER].
DIRECT
DVD
CREATE DVD
CREATE TOGETHER
SELECT AND CREATE
CREATE DUPLICATE
PLAYBACK
CREATE TOGETHER
TITLE
3
Select [EXECUTE].
2
Select the desired menu.
[ALL SCENES]:
All files in the recording medium are
copied.
ALL
•
READY TO CREATE
DVD-R
EXECUTE
RETURN
[UNSAVED SCENES]:
•
QUIT
Files that have never been copied to a
DVD disc are automatically selected and
copied.
The DVD disc begins to be created.
When [COMPLETED] appears, touch
•
the OK button.
CREATE TOGETHER
ALL SCENES
UNSAVED SCENES
When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]
appears, change the disc. The second
DVD disc begins to be created.
•
SELECT ALL VIDEOS
To cancel the DVD creation, select
[CANCEL].
•
3
Select the desired menu.
LTo quit the screen
The files are copied on the disc. When
[COMPLETED] appears, touch the OK
•
1) Select [QUIT].
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].
button.
When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]
appears, change the disc. Remaining
files are copied on the second disc.
•
To cancel copying, select [STOP].
•
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Copying Files (Continued)
3
4
Selecting Files for Backup
Preparation:
Select the desired disc number.
If you select [ALL], all discs in the list are
created.
•
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
(੬ pg. 42)
•
To preview scenes, select [CHECK].
•
When the index screen of individual
scenes appears, select the file, and
touch the OK button.
Slide the mode switch to select !mode.
•
The following screen illustrations are
examples when backing up video files.
To return to previous screen, select @.
mark shows that the disc is created
•
already.
1
Select [SELECT AND CREATE].
Select [EXECUTE].
CREATE DVD
CREATE TOGETHER
SELECT AND CREATE
CREATE DUPLICATE
A disc begins to be created. When
[COMPLETED] appears, touch the OK
•
PLAYBACK
SELECT AND CREATE
button.
When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]
appears, change the disc. The second
disc begins to be created.
•
2
Select the desired menu.
To cancel the disc creation, select
[STOP].
•
SELECT AND CREATE
CREATE BY DATE
CREATE BY EVENT
CREATE BY PLAYLIST
SELECT FROM SCENES
LTo quit the screen
CREATE DISC BY DATE
1) Select [EXIT].
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].
[CREATE BY DATE]:
•
NOTE
Files are sorted according to the date
on which they were recorded. Relevant
files are displayed in a list. Select the
recording date, and touch the OK button.
When executing [CREATE BY PLAYLIST],
date/time on the file information display shows
the date of copying the file, instead of the
actual recording date.
[CREATE BY EVENT]:
•
Files are sorted according to event.
Relevant files are displayed in a list.
Select the event, and touch the OK
button.
LTo duplicate a disc
The last creation date is displayed. (Up to
20 files)
1) In step 1 (੬ left column), select
[CREATE DUPLICATE].
2) Select the date and touch the OK
button, then go to step 4.
[CREATE BY PLAYLIST]:
•
Files are sorted according to playlist. The
selected playlists are displayed in a list.
1) Select the desired list, and touch the
OK button.
2) Select the insertion point and select
}. To select other lists, repeat this
process.
LTo check whether the DVD disc was
created properly
In step 1 (੬ left column), select
[PLAYBACK], and touch the OK button.
[SELECT FROM SCENES]:
Select files individually.
•
1) Select the desired file, and touch the
OK button.
2) Select the insertion point and select
}. To select other files, repeat this
process.
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LTo play back the created disc using the
camera
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
(੬ pg. 42)
2) To view the disc on TV, connect the
camera to TV. (੬ pg. 31)
3) Turn on the camera.
LDisc 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.
E.g.) “DVD1” can contain two files,
“JAN.01.2008” and “JAN.15.2008”.
4) Select [PLAYBACK].
5) Select the desired folder.
6) Select the creation date of the disc.
7) Select the desired file. To return to the
previous screen, select @.
ALL
DVD1 JAN.01.2008 12:04
JAN.15.2008 12:15
DVD2 FEB.01.2008 12:04
FEB.08.2008 12:15
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Copying Files (Continued)
LTitle and chapter of created DVD
Each recording date becomes one title in
a created DVD and each file recorded in a
same day becomes one chapter in the title.
LMenu for disc playback
When you play back the created DVD
disc on a DVD player or other devices, the
following top menu will be displayed.
JAN. 25. 2008
11:09PM
Jan. 10. 2008: file 1 and 2 were recorded.
File 1
File 2
JAN.07.2008
10:12PM
JAN.10.2008 JAN.25.2008
08:12PM
09:12AM
Jan. 11. 2008: file 3 and 4 were recorded.
File 3
File 4
!Disc title: Creating date of the disc
#Disc number (੬ left column)
$Title thumbnail: First scene of the title
%Title name: Recording date/Playlist
name
Create a DVD
Title
JAN.10.2008
File 1 File 2
JAN.11.2008
File 3
File 4
1
2
3
4
Chapter
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Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub
Files from the Camera
1
2
Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX
input mode.
Preparation:
Turn off all units.
Start playback on the camera.
•
To play back videos (੬ pg. 27)
To play back playlists (“To dub playlists
using a VCR/DVD recorder” ੬ pg. 37)
•
•
AV Jack
DC Jack
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.
LTo stop dubbing
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder,
then press the START/STOP button again.
AC Adapter
To AC
Outlet
NOTE
AV Cable
To record only the date information among the
display indications, set [DISPLAY ON TV] to
[ON], and touch the OK button until date/time
indication appears. (੬ pg. 65)
VCR/DVD Recorder
AV Input Jack
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Copying Files (Continued)
5
Select [EXECUTE].
Copying/Moving Files
File transfer starts. When [COPYING/
MOVING COMPLETED] appears, touch
the OK button.
You can copy or move files in the HDD and
microSD card using the on-screen display.
Preparation:
LTo quit the screen
Slide the mode switch to select !or #
•
•
•
•
Select [QUIT].
mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
LTo stop the file transfer
1) Select [STOP].
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].
Make sure that microSD card is inserted in
the microSD slot.
Make sure that enough free space is left in
the copy/move destination medium.
1
2
Touch the MENU button.
Select [COPY] or [MOVE].
[COPY]:
•
Files are copied to the destination
medium while leaving original files in the
source medium.
[MOVE]:
•
Files are moved to the destination
medium while deleting original files
(except read-only files) in the source
medium.
3
4
Set the direction of copy/move by
selecting [SELECT]. (HDD } SD or
SD } HDD)
COPY
MEDIA
FILE UNIT
ALL
NUMBER OF FILE
EXECUTE
ꢀ
CANCEL
SELECT
QUIT
Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to
copy/move by selecting [SELECT].
[FILE]:
•
Select when you want to transfer the
selected files.
1) Select the desired file, and touch the
OK button.
The smark appears on the file. To
•
select other files, repeat this step.
2) Select @.
[ALL]:
•
Select when you want to transfer all files
in the recording medium.
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PC OPERATION
File Backup on a Windows® PC
Install the software that came with the camera
to your PC.
For the compatible DVD burners, refer to
CyberLink web site:
powerproducer/3/comp_dvd_drives.jsp
You can back up your files on your PC with a
simple one-touch operation, edit your files on
your PC, and also create discs.
Even if you do not install the software, you
can still back up your files on your PC.
(੬ pg. 53)
NOTE
The system requirements information is not
a guarantee that the provided software will
work on all personal computers meeting those
requirements.
System Requirements
OS:
Either one of the following OS should be pre-
installed (32-bit):
Windows® XP Home Edition (SP2), Windows®
XP Professional (SP2), Windows VistaTM
Home Basic, Windows VistaTM Home Premium
CPU:
Intel® Pentium® 4, at least 1.6 GHz
(at least 2.2 GHz recommended)
Intel® Pentium® M, at least 1.4 GHz
Intel® CoreTM Duo, at least 1.5 GHz
RAM:
[XP] At least 256 MB (For creating DVD Video
by PowerCinema (੬ pg. 55), 1 GB or more)
[Vista] At least 1 GB (2 GB or more
recommended)
Free hard disk space:
At least 550 MB for installation
For creating DVD Video, at least 10 GB
recommended
For creating VCD, at least 1 GB
recommended
USB port:
USB 2.0 port
Display:
Must be capable of displaying at least
1024 x 768 (XGA) in high color 16 bit or higher
(1280 x 1024 (SXGA) or higher is recommended)
Miscellaneous:
Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
DirectX 9.0 or later
Supported media:
DVD-Video: DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW
DVD-VR: DVD-RW, DVD-RAM
DVD+VR: DVD+RW
VideoCD: CD-R/RW
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File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued)
Preparation:
Quit any other software you are using. (Check
Software Installation
that there are no other application icons on
the status bar.)
The following software is included in the CD-
ROM that came with your camera.
CyberLink DVD Solution
•
1
Load the provided CD-ROM into the
Comprehensive application software that
consists of the following three kinds of
software.
PC.
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen
appears. If the [SETUP] screen does not
appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon in
[My Computer].
PowerCinema NE for Everio
The main file managing software.You can
perform various operations such as file
backup, playback, and DVD authoring.
2
Click [Easy Installation].
If you want to specify the type of software
to install or the installation destination
folder etc., select [Custom Installation].
Follow the instructions on the screen to
install the software.
QYou can perform detailed settings for each
item.
RSelect a function on the right, and the
explanation of function is displayed.
SDisplays operating procedure for each function.
(internet connection is required)
TPlays back video files on the PC (੬ pg. 54)
UPlays back still image files on the PC
(੬ pg. 54)
3
Click [Yes].
VCopies/edits files on the PC
WBurns file that are backed up on the PC onto a
DVD
XCreates a DVD-Video (੬ pg. 55)
YBacks up camera files onto the PC (੬ pg. 52)
PowerProducer 3 NE
Allows you to create discs. Automatically
starts from an operation in PowerCinema
NE for Everio.
PowerDirector 5 NE Express
Allows you to edit files on your PC.
Automatically starts from an operation in
PowerCinema NE for Everio.
4
Select the desired language and
click [OK].
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5
Allows you to change the format of still
image files backed up on your PC.
•
You can find the latest information on the
provided software program at CyberLink’s
co.jp/products/ne/
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5
6
Click [Yes].
The software installation starts.
Connecting the Camera to the PC
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
DC Jack
USB Jack
Click [Finish].
USB Cable
AC Adapter
LWhen installation is completed
The installed software is displayed in [All
Programs].
To AC Outlet
USB Port
NOTES
Never disconnect the USB cable while the
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or
blinks.
Do not turn off the camera when the USB
cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions
of the PC.
•
The backup destination folder [MyWorks]
for files is created on the hard disk drive
that has the most free space.
•
Connect the camera directly to the USB jack
on the PC, not through a hub.
•
Do not use an extension USB cable.
Saving the wrong kinds of files in a
•
•
recording medium or deleting files or
folders from a recording medium can cause
problems with the operation of the camera.
When it is necessary to delete a file from
a recording medium, delete it through the
camera. Also, do not move or rename
folders and files in the medium on PC.
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File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued)
LWhen you have finished operation
1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
Always follow the procedures below when
disconnecting the camera, or turning off
the power of the camera/PC.
camera.
2
On the camera, press the DIRECT
BACK UP button.
Failing to do so may cause damage to the
camera and PC.
1) Confirm that the access/charge lamp on
the camera does not light or blink. (If the
access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait
until it is turned off before proceeding.)
2) Double-click the [Safely Remove
Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject
Although a dialog box appears on the PC,
you do not need to use it. File copy starts
automatically.
Hardware] icon in the status bar.
3) Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or
[USB Disk], and then click [Stop].
4) Click [OK].
5) Disconnect the USB cable.
6) Turn off the camera and PC.
When the progress bar disappears, the
process is complete.
File Backup on the PC
NOTE
This method uses the software on the
provided CD-ROM to back up files onto your
PC.
When backup is performed, folders for each
medium (HDD or microSD) are created in the
[MyWorks] folder (੬ pg. 51), and the files are
backed up inside those folders. (If backup is
performed from more than one camera HDD,
individual HDD folders are created.)
Video files that have never been backed up
onto the connected PC are automatically
selected from the back up history and backed
up.
If you could not install the software, turn to
page 53 for details of how to back up your
files without using this software.
File Backup from a Specified Media
Preparation:
Preparation:
Install the software from the provided CD-
ROM. (੬ pg. 50)
•
Install the software from the provided CD-
ROM. (੬ pg. 50)
•
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB
cable. (੬ pg. 51)
•
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB
cable. (੬ pg. 51)
•
1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
2
On the camera, select [BACK UP].
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3
5
Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_
SD].
When the progress bar disappears, the
process is complete.
Select the folder you want to back
up, and drag & drop it into the folder
you created in step 1.
SD_VIDEO:
•
Folder that contains video files. If you
want to back up files individually, open
this folder, and drag & drop files such as
[PRG001] one by one.
DCIM:
•
Folder that contains still image files. If
you want to back up files individually,
open this folder, and drag & drop files
such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.
File Backup on the PC without Using
Software
Preparation:
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB
cable. (੬ pg. 51)
1
On the PC, create a folder to back up
files into.
NOTE
For further details on the use of folders, see
page 60.
2
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
3
On the camera, select [PLAYBACK
ON PC].
4
Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or
[EVERIO_SD] icon.
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Other Windows® PC Operations
5
Click the desired file.
Playing Back Files on the PC
Preparation:
Install the software from the provided CD-
ROM. (੬ pg. 50)
•
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB
cable. (੬ pg. 51)
•
1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
If you click Sort by/Filter by/View by,
searching options are displayed. Use them
to search a file quickly.
2
On the camera, select [PLAYBACK
ON PC].
Sort by:
The order of files is rearranged
•
Although a dialog box appears on the PC,
you do not need to use it. PowerCinema
starts automatically.
according to item that you selected.
Filter by:
Files are filtered according to the item
that you selected.
•
3
Click [Browse Videos] (for video
playback) or [Browse Pictures] (for
still image playback).
View by:
You can change the number of
thumbnails on a screen.
•
For more information on detailed operations
of the software, see the Tutorials (੬ pg. 57)
or CyberLink web site (੬ pg. 50).
4
Click the media that contains the
desired files.
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Selecting Files for Backup
Creating a DVD-Video
Preparation:
1
2
On the camera, select [CREATE
DVD].
Although a dialog box appears on the PC,
you do not need to use it. PowerCinema
starts automatically.
Install the software from the included CD-
ROM. (੬ pg. 50)
•
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB
cable. (੬ pg. 51)
•
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
•
On the PC, click the check box of the
desired file.
Copying Video Files that Have Never
Been Copied
The smark appears on the left of the
selected file.
1
On the camera, press the DIRECT
DVD button.
To select other files, repeat this step.
Although a dialog box appears on the PC,
you do not need to use it. PowerCinema
starts automatically.
2
On the PC, authoring and burning
starts.
Click [Stop] to cancel the procedure.
3
4
Click [Author and Burn].
Click [Burn to Disc].
Authoring and burning starts.
Click [Stop] to cancel the procedure.
3
Click [OK].
Continued on Next page
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Other Windows® PC Operations (Continued)
5
Click [OK].
For more information on detailed
operations of the software, see the
Tutorials (੬ pg. 57) or CyberLink web site
(੬ pg. 50).
NOTES
You can use following discs:
- DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs)
•
- DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be
formatted before recording. Formatting
deletes all content recorded on the disc.)
DVD-RAM discs cannot be used.
You may not be able to play back the
created disc depending on the performance
of the device. Also, the image may stop
momentarily at junctions between scenes.
•
•
The PC must be equipped with a compatible
drive and player software to play back the
created disc.
•
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Digital Photo Navigator 1.5
Getting More Use of the Software
The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM
in PDF format.
For more information on operations of the
software, see the Tutorials for each software
program or the User’s Guides.
1
Load the provided CD-ROM into the
PC.
PowerCinema NE for Everio
2
Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [MY
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Computer], then click [Open].
Double-click the PowerCinema NE
for Everio icon.
Start PowerCinema NE for Everio.
3
Double-click the [DOCS] folder.
2
Click [Tutorial].
4
Open the “Start.pdf” file and click the
button of the desired language.
PowerProducer 3 NE
NOTES
You need to connect to the Internet to see
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the Tutorial.
Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe®
1
Click [Start], go to [All Programs],
select [CyberLink PowerProducer].
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Reader® must be installed to read PDF
files. Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from
2
Click [PowerProducer User’s Guide]
or [Readme].
PowerDirector 5 NE Express
1
Click [Start], go to [All Programs],
select [Cyber Link PowerDirector
Express].
2
Click [PowerDirector Express User’s
Guide] or [Readme].
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File Backup on a Macintosh®
You can back up camera files onto your
computer.
When you copy files from the computer to
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the recording medium on the camera, do not
include any other files than those recorded
with the camera.
Do not delete, move, or rename the files and
folders in the camera from the computer.
System Requirements
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Hardware:
Macintosh must be standard equipped with
USB 2.0 port
OS:
LWhen you have finished operation
Always follow the procedures below when
disconnecting the camera, or turning the
power of the camera/computer off.
Failing to do so may cause damage to the
camera and computer.
1) Drag & drop the recording medium icon
on the desktop into the [Trash] icon.
If the confirmation message appears,
click [OK].
2) Confirm that the access/charge lamp on
the camera does not light or blink.
If the access/charge lamp lights or
blinks, wait until it is turned off before
proceeding.
Mac OS X (v10.3.9, v10.4.2 to v10.4.10)
Connecting the Camera to the
Macintosh
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
3) Disconnect the USB cable.
4) Turn off the camera and computer.
DC Jack
USB Jack
USB Cable
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
USB Port
NOTES
Never disconnect the USB cable while the
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or
blinks.
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Do not turn off the camera when the USB
cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions
of the PC.
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Connect the camera directly to the
computer, not through a hub.
Do not use an extension USB cable.
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DCIM:
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File Backup on the Macintosh
Folder that contains still image files. If
you want to back up files individually,
open this folder, and drag & drop files
such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.
Preparation:
Connect the camera to the computer with the
USB cable. (੬ pg. 58)
1
On the computer, create a folder to
back up files into.
2
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
3
On the camera, select [PLAYBACK
ON PC].
NOTE
4
Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or
[EVERIO_SD] icon.
For further details on the use of folders, see
page 60.
5
Select the folder you want to back
up, and drag & drop it into the folder
you created in step 1.
SD_VIDEO:
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Folder that contains video files. If you
want to back up files individually, open
this folder, and drag & drop files such as
[PRG001] one by one.
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Folder Structure and Extensions
Recording medium
X = number
[DCIM]
Contains the still image folders.
[XXXJVCSO]
[XXXJVCSO]
[XXXJVCSO]
[SD_VIDEO]
[MGR_INFO]
[PRGXXX]
[PRGXXX.PGI]
Contains the video file folders.
Management information* for the media as a
whole
Management information*
Video file
Management information* for the video files
[MOVXXX.MOD]
[MOVXXX.MOI]
[PRGXXX]
[PRGXXX]
[EXTMOV]
Video file which management information is
corrupted.
[MOV_XXX.MOD]
[DEM_XXX.MPG]
Demo video file
[MISC]
[PRIVATE]
Contains folders with DPOF setting data.
Contains management information files of event
and/or DVD creation information for the files taken
with the camera.
* Information such as the date and time of recording, recorded with the video file.
Extensions
Video files
Still image files
: “.MOD”
: “.jpg”
For Windows®, the file extension may not appear depending on the [FOLDER] option setting.
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Customer Support Information
Contact us for Information on the Provided Software
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.
JVC
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide
software, please have the following information ready.
Product Name
Model
Problem
PC
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Manufacturer
Model (Desktop/Laptop)
CPU
OS
Error Message
Memory (MB)
Available Hard Disk Space (GB)
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject
matter.
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding
specifications or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.
CyberLink
Telephone/fax support
Office hours
(Mon. to Fri.)
Location
Language
Phone #
Fax #
English / German /
French / Spanish /
Italian
9:00 am to
5:00 pm
Germany
+49-700-462-92375 +49-241-70525-25
9:00 am to
6:00 pm
+886-2-8667-1298
+886-2-8667-1300
ext. 333
Taiwan
Japan
Mandarin
Japanese
10:00 am to
5:00 pm
+81-3-3516-9555
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Paid voice support
Lines are open
(Mon. to Fri.)
Location
Language
English
URL
1:00 pm to
10:00 pm CST
support/new_site/voice_support.jsp
U.S.A.
Support web/e-mail
Language
URL/e-mail address
English
German / French /
Spanish / Italian
Japanese
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MENU SETTINGS
Changing the Menu Settings
E.g.) Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF].
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Select the desired setting.
For details on each menu, see below.
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2
Touch the MENU button.
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
DROP DETECTION
REMOTE
Select the desired menu.
DEMO MODE
PROTECT HDD FROM DATA DAMAGE
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
DROP DETECTION
REMOTE
DEMO MODE
PROTECT HDD FROM DATA DAMAGE
LTo return to the previous screen
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Touch the MENU button.
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC
NOTES
zSELF-TIMER
Starts recording when the set time
elapses after the SNAPSHOT button
is pressed.
You can confirm the countdown on the camera screen.
You can also use this to prevent vibration by the hand.
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[RECORD ONE SHOT]: Records one still image at a
time.
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING: Records still images
continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is
pressed.
8 SHUTTER MODE
NOTES
The interval between recording still images is approx. 0.3
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seconds.
Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the
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recording medium.
The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is
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used repeatedly.
nVIDEO QUALITY
Enables you to set the picture quality
for videos.
ULTRA FINE / [FINE] / NORMAL / ECONOMY
nIMAGE QUALITY
Enables you to set the picture quality
for still images.
[FINE] / STANDARD
pGAIN UP
Makes the subject appear bright
automatically when you record in dark
places. However, the overall color
tones appear grayish.
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
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Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
4:3: Records videos in 4:3 size.
[16:9]: Records videos in 16:9 size. The 16:9 indicator
lights up on the LCD monitor.
NOTES
If the [VIDEO QUALITY] is set to [ECONOMY], you
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!SELECT ASPECT RATIO
Enable you to select the aspect ratio
for videos.
cannot record in 16:9 size.
If you want to copy the recorded videos onto DVD discs,
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it is recommended not to mix 16:9 size videos and 4:3
size videos.
If you record videos in 16:9 size, the aspect ratio of the
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video may be incorrect when watching the videos on TV.
If this occurs, change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE].
(੬ pg. 65)
28X / [56X] / 700X
NOTE
@ZOOM
Enables you to set the maximum zoom
ratio.
Optical zoom is used up to 28X. Digital zoom is used from
more than 28X up to the selected zoom ratio.
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
NOTES
qDIS
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake
is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions.
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Compensates for hand shake.
Set this mode to [OFF] when recording with the camera
on a tripod.
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[OFF]: Disables the function.
ON: Activates the function.
oWIND CUT
Reduces noise caused by wind.
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
Menus
BASIC SETTINGS
Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
NOTES
&QUICK RESTART
Enables the camera to start up
quickly when you turn the power
off and then on again within five
minutes by closing and opening
the LCD monitor. (“Power-linked
operation” ੬ pg. 12)
This function is not available during charging.
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You can reset the setting by pressing and holding the
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power button.
Access/charge lamp blinks when this function is activated
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and the camera is turned off.
B MONITOR BRIGHT
Enables you to set the brightness
of the LCD monitor.
Adjust the brightness of the display by using the touch
sensor.
BRIGHTER / STANDARD / [AUTO]
NOTE
C MONITOR BACKLIGHT
Enables you to adjust the
brightness of backlight on the
monitor.
When you select [AUTO], the brightness will automatically
be set to [BRIGHTER] when you use the camera outdoors
and to [STANDARD] when you use the camera indoors.
/REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO
Enables you to set the recording
medium for videos.
[HDD] / SD
3REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
Enables you to set the recording
medium for still images.
[HDD] / SD
DATE STYLE:
year.month.day / [month.day.year] / day.month.year
TIME:
24h / [12h]
;DATE DISPLAY STYLE
Enables you to set the date and
time display format.
9LANGUAGE
You have a choice of 7 languages. (੬ pg. 72) The
default language is [ENGLISH].
Enables you to set the display
language. (੬ pg. 17)
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
^DROP DETECTION
To turn the unit on when the drop detection worked,
close the LCD monitor and open it again.
NOTE
Prevents damage to the HDD by
turning off the power automatically
when the camera detects that it has
been dropped.
Setting this function to off increases the risk of damaging
the built-in hard disk if the camera is accidentally dropped.
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
NOTES
[DEMO MODE
Introduces special features of the
camera at the following cases.
When the menu screen is closed.
When there is no operation for
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The demonstration only works when the DC cord is
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connected, not with the battery.
about 3 minutes during recording
mode.
If a microSD card is in the camera, demonstration will not
take place even if the power is on.
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Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
Menus
BASIC SETTINGS
Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.
OFF: Turns off the operation sound.
[ON]: The melody sounds when any operation is
performed.
\OPERATION SOUND
Turns the operation sound on/off.
#SELECT TV TYPE
Enables you to select the TV type
when watching files recorded on
the camera on TV.
4:3 TV / [16:9 TV]
OFF: Disables the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
(AUTO POWER OFF
If the camera is not operated for
5 minutes while the power is on,
it turns itself off automatically to
conserve power.
To turn the camera on again, close the LCD
monitor and open it again when using the battery
pack. When using the AC adapter, perform any
operation such as zooming.
[OFF]: Does not display on TV.
ON: Displays on TV.
NOTE
%DISPLAY ON TV
Displays the camera’s on-screen
display on TV.
This setting is available only if the TV is connected with the
AV/S-Video cables. If connected with a DV cable, camera’s
on-screen display can not be displayed on TV.
ZFACTORY PRESET
Returns all the camera settings to
their default values.
YES: Performs the function.
NO: Cancels the function.
:CLOCK ADJUST
Enables you to set the time.
(੬ pg. 17)
DATE / TIME
-VIDEO NO. RESET
.IMAGE NO. RESET
By resetting the file number
(name), a new folder will be made.
The new files will be stored in the
new folder.
YES: Performs reset.
NO: Cancels reset.
It is convenient to separate the new
files from previously recorded files.
,FORMAT SD CARD
You have to format newly
[FILE]: Initializes all files in the microSD card.
FILE + MANAGEMNET NO: Initializes all files and
management numbers in the microSD card.
purchased microSD cards with
this camera before using them.
This will also ensure stable speeds
and operation when accessing the
microSD card.
2 FORMAT HDD
[FILE]: Initializes all files in the hard disk drive.
FILE + MANAGEMNET NO: Initializes all files and
management numbers in the hard disk drive.
This will ensure stable speeds and
operation when accessing the hard
disk drive.
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
Menus
BASIC SETTINGS
Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.
1 CLEAN-UP HDD
YES: Performs cleanup.
NO: Cancels the function.
NOTE
Writing speed to HDD tends to
become slow after long periods
of repeated use. Execute cleanup
periodically to regain the writing
speed.
Even if you select [YES], you can stop the process by
selecting [STOP].
0 DELETE DATA ON HDD
This will make it more difficult to
recover data on the HDD which
has already been erased. It is
recommended that you activate
this function when disposing of
the camera to prevent illegal data
recovery (using commercially
available software).
YES: Deletes data on HDD.
NO: Cancels the function.
NOTE
Even if you select [YES], you can stop the process by
selecting [STOP].
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FURTHER INFORMATION
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 solve the problem, first follow the
instructions below.
If the problem is not solved, reset the
camera. (੬ below)
If the problem persists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
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The following phenomena are not
malfunctions.
LTo reset the camera
The camera heats up when it is used for a
long time.
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1) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camera and remove the power supply
(battery pack or AC adapter) from the
camera, then reattach it.
The battery heats up during charging.
When playing back a video file, the
image stops momentarily or the sound is
interrupted at junctions between scenes.
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2) Select [FACTORY PRESET] from the
MENU. (੬ pg. 65)
Trouble
Action
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Connect the AC adapter securely.
Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it firmly.
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.
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No power is supplied.
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power
is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. To
turn the camera on again when using the battery pack,
close the LCD monitor and open it again. When using the
AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.
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No display appears.
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Move to a place where not affected by vibration or
excessive sound.
The drop detection function operated. Close the LCD
monitor and open it again. To turn off this function, set
[DROP DETECTION] to [OFF].
The power was turned
off accidentally.
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The displayed amount
of remaining battery
power differs from the
actual operating time.
Fully charge the battery, and then run it down. If the
problem persists, the battery is worn out and needs to be
replaced. Please purchase a new one.
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The power does not
turn on, or the battery
operation time is
extremely short even
after the battery is fully
charged.
Make sure to use the camera under appropriate operating
temperatures.
The battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please
purchase a new one.
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Charging may stop 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.
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The access/charge
lamp on the camera
does not light during
charging.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
Trouble
Action
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Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.
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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%)
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Colored bright spots
appear on the LCD
monitor.
Change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE] to match
the aspect ratio of the image with the screen size of the
connected TV.
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Aspect ratio of the
image is strange when
watching images on TV.
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Recording medium is full. Delete unnecessary files or
replace the microSD card.
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Recording cannot be
performed.
Select the recording medium properly.
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Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject
illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction.
Vertical lines appear on
recorded images.
The LCD monitor
becomes red or black
for an instant.
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting under direct
sunlight. This is not a malfunction.
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During recording, the
date/time does not
appear.
Touch the DISP button once.
The temperature of the camera is increasing. If the
camera continues to heat up, recording may be stopped
to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the
power, and then wait until the camera cools down.
During video recording,
the 7REC indicator
flashes.
Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS and other
functions that cannot be used together are selected at the
same time.
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The LCD monitor
indications blink.
Change the settings in [ZOOM].
Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording
mode.
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Digital zoom does not
work.
Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO].
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The focus is not
adjusted automatically.
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Clean the lens and check the focus again.
Wait to become natural color. The camera adjusts the
white balance automatically but it takes a time.
Try manual white balance adjustment.
In bright places, setting [PROGRAM AE] to [NIGHT] or a
slow speed is not recommended.
When the recorded image is too dark, try backlight
compensation or adjust brightness.
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The color of the image
looks strange.
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When the recorded image is too bright, try adjust
brightness.
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Trouble
Action
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Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone
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White balance setting
cannot be activated.
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(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.
The continuous shooting speed will drop after repeated
continuous shots, depending on the recording media, or
under certain recording conditions.
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The continuous
shooting speed is slow.
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.
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Playback cannot be
performed.
The same image is
displayed for a long
time during video
playback, or motion is
choppy.
Replace the microSD card. (When the surface of the card
is damaged, difficulty in reading the data occurs.)
Perform clean up or format the microSD card.
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Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone
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The black & white fader
does not work.
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(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.
The driving sound (hum) of the hard disk 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.
The temperature of the camera is increasing. If the
camera continues to heat up, playback may be stopped
to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the
power, and then wait until the camera cools down.
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During video playback,
the Findicator flashes.
Remove protection from the files and delete them.
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Files cannot be deleted.
The data process is too
slow after the power
is switched on or the
mode is changed.
There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or
more) stored in the recording medium. Copy the stored
files to other devices, and delete them from the recording
medium.
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The microSD card
cannot be removed
from the camera.
Push the microSD card in a few more times.
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The [CREATE DVD]
screen is displayed in
the LCD monitor, and
no other operations
can be performed.
Another operation is being attempted while a DVD burner
that is turned on is connected. Turn off the camera
connected to the DVD burner, or disconnect the USB
cable.
The touch sensor or
sensor button does not
function.
Touch the sensors with your finger. The sensors do not
function if you touch them with your finger nail or with
gloves on.
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Warning Indications
Indication
Meaning/Action
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Displays the remaining battery power.
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High
Exhausted
(Battery indicator)
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery
indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted,
power turns off automatically.
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Appears when the date/time is not set.
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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 for 5 seconds after power is turned on in recording
mode if the lens cover is closed or when it is dark.
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CHECK LENS COVER
Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media.
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Turn off the camera. Remove the microSD card and insert it 65, 66
again. Turn on the camera after inserting the microSD card.
If the error message appears again, replace the card with
one that is certified to operate correctly.
HDD ERROR!
MEMORY CARD ERROR!
It is also recommended to run check disc regularly on the
PC, providing that there is no data on the hard disk of the
camera.
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VIDEO MANAGEMENT
FILE IS BROKEN.TO
RECORD/PLAYBACK
VIDEO, RECOVERY IS
REQUIRED. RECOVER?
The video management file is broken. Recovery is required
to record or play back video files. Select [YES], then touch
the OK button to recover the video management file.
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The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the
recording medium is corrupted. Use a microSD card that is
guaranteed to operate correctly.
The hard disk was subjected to vibrations or jolts. Be careful
not to subject the hard disk to vibrations or jolts.
Appears when the recording medium is full and recording
is not possible. Delete unnecessary files, or replace the
microSD card.
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RECORDING FAILURE
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Appears when an incompatible USB device is connected to
the camera.
Appears when a DVD burner that is switched off is
connected. If you want to use the DVD burner, switch the
power on.
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POWER IS OFF,
OR USB DEVICE IS
UNSUPPORTED
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Indication
Meaning/Action
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RECORDING MAY NOT
BE CORRECT ON THE
MEMORY CARD
Confirm the operation procedure and try recording again.
Replace the microSD card.
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DROP DETECTION
WORKED AND THE
POWER IS TURNED OFF
To turn on the camera again, close the LCD monitor and
open it again.
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Cleaning
Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.
LTo 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.
LTo clean the LCD monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
LTo clean the lens
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
NOTES
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.
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Specifications
LFor video/Audio
Camera
Format
SD-VIDEO
Recording/Playback format
Video: MPEG-2
Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Signal format
NTSC standard
LFor general
Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
Approx. 2.7 W*
Recording mode (video)
ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)
FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR)
NORMAL: 720 x 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)
ECONOMY: 352 x 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)
Recording mode (audio)
ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
*When the monitor backlight is set to
[STANDARD] mode.
Dimensions (W x H x D)
113 mm x 68 mm x 54 mm
(4-1/2" x 2-11/16" x 2-3/16")
Weight
Approx. 315 g (0.69 lbs)
(incl. grip belt)
NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps
Approx. 360 g (0.79 lbs)
(incl. battery and grip belt)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 80%
LFor still image
Format
JPEG
Image size
1 mode (640 x 480)
Picture quality
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
Storage temperature
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
Pickup
1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD
Lens
LFor connectors
USB
F 1.8 to 3.2, f = 2.2 mm to 61.6 mm,
28:1 power zoom lens
Filter diameter
Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0
compliant
ø30.5 mm
LCD monitor
AC Adapter
2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT
active matrix system
Speaker
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output
Monaural
Language
English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/
Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese
DC 11 V
, 1 A
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Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)
Recording medium
HDD
microSD Card
30 GB
430
4 GB
57
Quality
ULTRA FINE
FINE
640
85
NORMAL
ECONOMY
850
113
298
2250
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
Recording medium
Image size/Quality
640 x 480 / FINE
640 x 480 / STANDARD
HDD
microSD Card
30 GB
9999
9999
256 MB
1035
512 MB
2060
1 GB
4135
8865
2 GB
7680
9999
4 GB
9999
9999
2225
4440
Required charging/recording time (approx.)
*When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
Battery pack
Charging time
1 hr. 30 min.
Recording time
1 hr. 50 min.*
BN-VF808U
(Provided)
BN-VF815U
BN-VF823U
2 hr. 40 min.
3 hr. 50 min.
3 hr. 40 min.*
5 hr. 30 min.*
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Cautions
ATTENTION:
AC Adapter
The product you have purchased
is powered by a rechargeable
battery that is recyclable.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this
battery.
When using the AC adapter in areas other
than the USA
The provided AC adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to
an AC wall outlet other than American National
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug
adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest
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.
•
JVC dealer.
Plug Adapter
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.
Battery Packs
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.
•
The supplied battery pack is Terminals
a lithium-ion battery. Before
using the supplied battery
pack or an optional battery
pack, be sure to read the
•
Do not touch the metal parts.
•
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.
following cautions:
•
To avoid hazards
... do not burn.
•
... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery
cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic
bag.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... 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.
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.
•
To prevent damage and prolong service life
•
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C
to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). This is a chemical
reaction type battery — cooler temperatures
impede chemical reaction, while warmer
temperatures can prevent complete charging.
... 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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Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: GZ-MG230U
Main Unit
Trade Name: JVC
For safety, DO NOT
•
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.
... open the camera’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow inflammables, water or metal 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.
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the
power plug or an AC wall outlet.
... insert any objects in the camera.
Avoid using the unit
Changes or modifications not approved
by 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
equipment and receiver.
•
... 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.
... in places where the air pressure is low (more
than 3000 m (9870 ft) above the sea level).
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.
... 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
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.
•
... 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.
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.
To prevent the unit from dropping,
•
•
Attach the shoulder strap securely and fasten
the grip belt securely.
When using the camera with a tripod, attach the
camera to the tripod securely.
•
If the camera drops, you may be injured and
the camera may be damaged.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance.
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Terms
A AC Adapter ................................................. 16, 74
Adjust Brightness .............................................. 25
Auto Power Off .................................................. 65
O Operation Sound ............................................... 65
P Partial Delete .................................................... 35
Photometry Area ............................................... 26
PictBridge ......................................................... 40
Picture Quality .................................................. 62
Playlist ............................................................... 36
Power-Linked Operation ................................... 12
Preset ............................................................... 65
Printer ............................................................... 40
Program AE ...................................................... 24
Protecting Files ................................................. 32
B Backlight Compensation ................................... 24
Battery Pack .......................................... 16, 18, 74
C Clean-up HDD .................................................. 66
Clock Adjust ................................................ 17, 65
Copying (Moving) Still Images .............. 48, 49, 58
Copying Video Files .............................. 47, 49, 58
D Date Display Style ............................................. 64
Date Index Screen ............................................ 28
Deleting Files .............................................. 32, 66
Deleting Playlist ................................................ 38
Demonstration Mode ......................................... 64
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ............................ 63
Direct Printing ................................................... 40
Display on TV .................................................... 65
DPOF ................................................................ 39
Drop Detection .................................................. 64
DVD Burner ................................................. 42, 43
DVD Recorder ................................................... 47
Q Quick Restart .................................................... 64
R Recordable Time/Number of Images ................ 73
Recording Medium ................................ 23, 64, 74
Resetting the Camera ....................................... 67
Resetting the File Number ................................ 65
S Screen Size (16:9/4:3) ...................................... 63
Select TV Type .................................................. 65
Self-Timer ......................................................... 62
Shutter Speed ............................................. 26, 62
Slide Show ........................................................ 27
Speaker Volume ................................................ 27
Still Image ......................................................... 21
E Effect ........................................................... 26, 30
Event Registration ....................................... 22, 34
Event Screen .................................................... 28
T Tele Macro ........................................................ 26
Tripod Mounting ................................................ 18
TV ..................................................................... 31
F File Information ................................................. 33
Focus ................................................................ 25
Formatting a Recording Medium ...................... 65
V VCR .................................................................. 47
Video ................................................................. 20
G Gain Up ............................................................. 62
W White Balance ................................................... 26
Wind Cut ........................................................... 63
Windows PC ..................................................... 49
Wipe or Fader Effects ....................................... 30
H Hard Disk .......................................................... 74
I
Image Rotation ................................................. 27
L Language Setting ........................................ 17, 64
LCD Monitor .......................................... 12, 14, 74
Lens Cover ........................................................ 18
Z Zooming ...................................................... 22, 63
M Macintosh ......................................................... 58
Manual Recording ............................................. 24
Menu Settings ................................................... 62
microSD Card ................................................... 19
Monitor Backlight .............................................. 64
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