JVC Everio GZ-HM448AH Operating and maintenance manual

CAMCORDER
GZ-HM448AH
Basic User Guide
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on p. 2 and p. 24 to ensure safe
use of this product.
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Detailed User Guide
A “Basic User Guide” (this manual) and a “Detailed User Guide” are available for this product.
For more details on operating this product, please refer to the “Detailed User Guide” at the
following website.
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http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/
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You can also access the website from the built-in application software of
this unit.
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Safety Precautions
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on
both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able
to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
NOTES:
•The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or theback of the main unit.
•The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
•The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
•If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from this unit or AC Adapter, shut it down and
unplug it immediately. Continue using the unit or
AC Adapter under these conditions could lead to
fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer.
Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
•To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
•When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
•In certain areas, use the conversion plug
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
WARNING:
The battery pack, this unit with battery installed,
and the remote control with battery installed
should not be exposed to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo, Sony or
Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
•Dispose of used battery promptly.
•Keep away from children.
•
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock
or damage to the
unit, first firmly insert
the small end of the
power cord into the
AC Adapter until it is
no longer wobbly, and
then plug the larger
end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
•Remove the mains plug immediately if this unit
functions abnormally.
2For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Remember that this unit is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Trademarks
• "AVCHD", "AVCHD" logo, "AVCHD Lite" and
"AVCHD Lite" logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• x.v.Colour™ is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
• HDMI™ is a trademark of HDMI
Licensing, LLC.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Windows®is either registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
• iMovie and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• YouTube™ and the YouTube logo are
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
YouTube LLC.
•
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.
•
Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also
a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to this unit and to the user.
Carrying or holding this unit by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage
to the unit.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, etc.) to this unit
and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended,
as tripping on the cables will cause the unit to fall,
resulting in damage.
If this symbol is shown, it is only valid
in the European Union.
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 disc or other recording media for storage.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Contents
Safety Precautions ............................... 2
Verifying the Accessories .................... 4
Names of Parts and Functions ............. 5
Names of Buttons and Functions on the
LCD Monitor ........................................ 6
IGetting Started ........................... 8
Charging the Battery Pack ................... 8
Grip Adjustment ................................... 9
Using as a Hand Strap ......................... 9
Inserting an SD Card ......................... 10
Clock Setting ..................................... 12
Video Quality ..................................... 13
IRecording ................................. 14
Video Recording ................................ 14
Still Image Recording ......................... 15
IPlayback ................................... 16
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
........................................................... 16
Playing Back on TV ............................ 17
ICopying .................................... 19
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR ............................... 19
IFurther Information ................... 20
Operating the Menu ........................... 20
Recordable Time/Number of Images
........................................................... 21
Troubleshooting ................................. 22
Cautions ............................................ 24
Specifications .................................... 26
.Detailed User Guide
A “Basic User Guide” (this manual) and a “Detailed User Guide” are available for this product.
For more details on operating this product, please refer to the “Detailed User Guide” at the
following website.
ohttp://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/
oYou can also access the website from the built-in application software
of this unit.
Verifying the Accessories
AC Adapter
AC-V10M* Power Cord* Battery Pack BN-VG114E
USB Cable
(Type A - Mini Type B)
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AV Cable Basic User Guide
(this manual)
..
0SD cards are sold separately. For details on the types of cards that can be used on this
unit, refer to p. 10.
* When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available converter
plug for the country or region of visit.
4For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Names of Parts and Functions
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ALens Cover
BStereo Microphone
CLCD Monitor
Turns on/off the power by opening/
closing the LCD monitor.
DSpeaker
EACCESS (Access) Lamp
Lights up/blinks during recording or
playback.
FPOWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)
Lamp (p. 8)
Gi.AUTO (Intelligent Auto) Button
(p. 14)
Switches between Intelligent Auto and
Manual modes.
HUSER (User) Button
IA/B (Video/Still Image) Button
Switches between video and still image
modes.
JINFO (Information) Button
Recording :Displays the remaining
time (for video only) and
battery power.
Playback :Displays file information
such as recording date.
KAV Connector (p. 18, 19)
LM (Power) Button
Press and hold to turn the power on/off
while the LCD monitor is opened.
MHDMI Mini Connector (p. 17)
NUSB Connector
OCOMPONENT (Component) Connector
(p. 17)
PZoom/Volume Lever (p. 14, 16)
QSNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording)
Button (p. 15)
RDC Connector (p. 8)
SSTART/STOP (Video Recording)
Button (p. 14)
TLens Cover Switch (p. 14)
UGrip Belt (p. 9)
VStrap Lock (p. 9)
WTripod Mounting Hole
XSD Card Slot (p. 10)
YBattery Release Lever (p. 8)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Names of Buttons and Functions on the
LCD Monitor
The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as
the touch screens.
Recording Screen (Video/Still Image)
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MENU
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2
3 4 5
AFace Short Cut Menu Button
Displays a short cut screen of face
recognition functions.
BZoom Button
CPlayback Mode Button
Switches to the playback mode.
DRecording Start/Stop Button (p. 14,
15)
g: Video Recording Start Button
a: Video Recording Stop Button
Q: Still Image Recording Button
EMenu Button (p. 20)
FDisplay Button
Some displays disappear after
approximately 3 seconds. Press this
button to show the displays again. The
displays appear for approximately 3
seconds with every press. Press and hold
this button to fix the displays. Press this
button again to release the displays.
Playback Screen (Video)
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MENU
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1 2 3 4 5
ARecording Mode Button
Switches to the recording mode.
BIndex Screen Button
CDelete Button
DVolume Adjustment Button (p. 16)
EMenu Button (p. 20)
FOperation Buttons (p. 16)
Playback Screen (Still Image)
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MENU
5
1 2 3 4
ARecording Mode Button
Switches to the recording mode.
BIndex Screen Button
CDelete Button
DMenu Button (p. 20)
EOperation Buttons (p. 16)
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Index Screen
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ADate Button
BRecording Mode Button
Switches to the recording mode.
CDelete Button
DPlayback Media Button
Switches between slot A and slot B.
EMenu Button (p. 20)
FPage Forward/Back Button
Menu Screen
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5
4
3
1 2
BRIGHTNESS ADJUST
FOCUS
SCENE SELECT
VIDEO
WHITE BALANCE
AHelp Button (p. 20)
BMenu Items (p. 20)
CReturn Button
DCommon/Basic Settings Button
EClose Button
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Charging the Battery Pack
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(Base)
To detach the battery pack
Charging finished:
Goes out
Charging in progress:
Blinks
Charging Lamp
Plug in the power.
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)
AC Adapter
Cover
Connect the DC
connector.
Mark
Align the top of the battery
with the mark on this unit,
and slide in until the battery
clicks into place.
The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.
Attach the battery pack.
CAUTION
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
0If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and
performance cannot be guaranteed.
0Charging time: Approx. 2 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack)
*
The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C. If the battery pack is charged
outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C, charging may take a longer time
or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may also be shortened under
some usage conditions such as at low temperature.
0Charging is also possible with a USB cable. (Refer to Detailed User Guide.)
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8For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Grip Adjustment
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Close the lever
Adjust the length
of the belt
Open the lever on
the strap lock
Using as a Hand Strap
Adjust the length of the belt and loop it around your wrist.
.
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Inserting an SD Card
Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.
This unit comes with two SD card slots. When two SD cards are inserted, recordings can
be continued on the other card even if one card is full.
.
Tu r n off the power of this unit before
inserting or removing a card.
(Base)
Slot B Slot A
Label
Insert an SD card into slot A.
Open the cover.
Close the LCD monitor.
oTo remove the card
Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight.
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(Base)
NOTE
Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.
Manufacturer Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, Eye-Fi*
Video A
Class 4 or higher compatible SD card (2 GB) / Class 4 or
higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) / Class 4 or
higher compatible SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB)
Still Image BSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) / SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) /
SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB)
Eye-Fi Eye-Fi Connect X2 / Eye-Fi Explore X2 / Eye-Fi Pro X2
*Only the specified models may be used. Refer to the Detailed User Guide for
details.
0Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified above
may result in recording failure or data loss.
0To protect the data, do not touch the terminals of the SD card.
0Eye-Fi manufactures SD memory cards with wireless LAN function.
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oTo use SD cards that have been
used on other devices
Format (initialize) the card using
“FORMAT SD CARD” from
“COMMON” (basic settings).
All data on the card will be deleted
when it is formatted. Copy all files
on the card to a computer before
formatting.
AOpen the LCD monitor.
0The unit turns on.
BTap “MENU”.
CTap “Q”.
DTap “FORMAT SD CARD”.
.
FORMAT SD CARD
ETap the slot with the card to
format.
.
SLOT B
SLOT A
FTap “FILE”.
.
FORMAT SD CARD
FILE
GTap “YES”.
HAfter formatting, tap “OK”.
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Clock Setting
1Open the LCD monitor.
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0The unit turns on. When the LCD
monitor is closed, the unit turns off.
2Tap “YES” when “SET DATE/TIME!”
is displayed.
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NOYES
SET DATE/TIME!
3Set the date and time.
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DATE
CLOCK SETTING
SET
TIME
0When the year, month, day, hour, or
minute item is tapped, “∧” and “∨” will be
displayed.
Tap “∧” or “∨” to adjust the value.
0Repeat this step to input the year,
month, day, hour, and minute.
4After setting the date and time, tap
“SET”.
5Select the region where you live and
tap “SAVE”.
0The city name and time difference are
displayed.
0Tap “<” or “>” to select the city name.
.
GMT
CLOCK/AREA SETTING
SAVE
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To reset the clock
Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST”
from the menu.
AOpen the LCD monitor.
0The unit turns on.
BTap “MENU”.
CTap “Q”.
DTap “CLOCK ADJUST”.
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CLOCK ADJUST
ETap “CLOCK SETTING”.
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CLOCK ADJUST
CLOCK SETTING
0The subsequent setting operations
are the same as steps 3 - 5 on p. 12.
To change the display language
The language on the display can be
changed.
Perform steps A - C from “To reset the
clock”.
DTap “LANGUAGE”.
.
LANGUAGE
ETap to the desired language.
NOTE
0“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed
when you turn on this unit after it
has not been used for a prolonged
period.
Charge this unit for more than 24
hours before setting the clock.
(p. 8)
Video Quality
This unit can perform recording in both high and standard definition.
By default, it is set to high definition (XP).
oTo change the setting
ATap “MENU”.
BTap “VIDEO QUALITY”.
CTap the desired video quality.
High Definition UXP Higher video quality
XP
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SP
EP
Standard Definition SSW
SEW More recording time
* For the approximate video recording time, refer to p. 21.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Video Recording
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Settings
such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting conditions.
0
In case of specific shooting scenes such as backlight (C), night view (B), person (A) etc., its
icon is displayed on the screen.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
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(Telephoto)
(Wide angle)
Zooming
Press again to stop.
Start recording.
The mode changes between Intelligent
Auto and Manual with every press.
If the mode is HManual, press the
Sbutton to switch.
Check if the recording mode is P
Intelligent Auto.
Select video
mode.
Open the
lens cover.
0
You can also tap g on the touch screen to record. To stop recording, tap a. In addition, you
can also tap T/W to zoom.
o
Indications during video recording
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MENU
0:00:00 [0:54]
Remaining Recording Time
Battery Indicator
Recording Media
Scene Counter
Image Stabilizer
Video Quality
NOTE
0
The estimated recording time of the supplied battery pack is approximately 1 hour 5
minutes. (p. 21)
0
Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted.
The recorded data may become unreadable.
Recording
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Still Image Recording
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Lights up during still
image recording
Press fully
Ta k e a still image.
Lights up in green when
focused
Press halfway
Set the focus on the subject.
Select still image
mode.
0You can also tap Q on the touch screen to record. However, focus cannot be set by
pressing halfway.
oIndications during still image recording
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[6630]
MENU
Battery Indicator
Recording Media
Recording in Progress
Remaining Number of Shots
Focus
Shutter Speed
Image Size
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Select and play back the recorded videos or still images from an index screen (thumbnail display).
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SETREL ALLSEL ALL
DELETE
Ta p on the files to delete.
Ta p A.
To delete unwanted files
Tu r n up the volume
Tu r n down the
volume
Volume adjustment during playback
Ta p I/Jto select the media for playback.
Ta p uto return to the video index screen.
Ta p on the file to play back.
Select video or still image mode.
Ta p “SET”.
A delete mark appears on
the selected file.
To remove the delete
mark, tap again.
Ta p Lon the touch screen to select the
playback mode.
Ta p eto pause playback.
Ta p Rto return to the recording mode.
Ta p “OK”.
Ta p “EXECUTE” when the confirmation
message appears.
oTo capture a still image during playback
Pause the playback and press the SNAPSHOT button.
oUsable operation buttons during playback (*)
During video playback During still image playback
d / ePlayback/pause Start/pause slideshow
uStop (returns to index screen) Stop (returns to index screen)
gAdvances to the next video Advances to the next still image
h
Returns to the beginning of the scene Returns to the previous still image
iForward search -
jReverse search -
kForward slow-motion / Press and hold
to start slow playback
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lReverse slow-motion / Press and hold
to start reverse slow playback
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UVolume adjustment -
R- Rotates 90 degrees counterclockwise
S- Rotates 90 degrees clockwise
T- Continuous playback of images taken
by continuous shooting
* The buttons disappear after approximately 3 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the buttons again.
Playback
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Playing Back on TV
1Connect to a TV.
* Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.
0Turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds.
oPlaying back in HD quality
If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI
connector.
Connecting to the HDMI connector
.
HDMI Connector
Input
TV
HDMI Cable
(Optional)
To HDMI Mini
Connector
Connecting to the COMPONENT connector
.
CB/PB
CR/PR
Y
Do not connect the yellow plug
when using component cable.
TV
Audio Input
(R)
Audio Input
(L)
Component
Video Input
Ye l low
Red
White
Red
Blue
Green
To AV Connector
AV Cable
(Provided)
Component
Cable (Optional)
To COMPONENT Connector
NOTE
0For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV’s
manufacturer.
0Use a High Speed HDMI Cable as the HDMI mini cable.
0When playing back in HD quality, set “COMPONENT OUTPUT” in the
connection settings menu to “1080i”. The video is output in standard quality
if the setting remains at “480i”.
0Component and composite (AV) cannot be output at the same time.
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oPlaying back in standard quality
If you are using a conventional TV, you can play back in standard quality by connecting
to the AV connector.
Connecting to the AV connector
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AV Red
White
Ye l low
TV
Audio Input (R)
Audio Input (L)
Video Input
Video Input
AV Cable (Provided)
To AV Connector
2Connect the AC adapter. (p. 8)
0This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
3Select the TV input switch.
4Play back a file. (p. 16)
oWhen images look unnatural on the TV
Images do not appear on the TV
properly.
0Disconnect the cable and connect again.
0Turn off and on this unit again.
Images are projected vertically on
the TV.
0Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” (basic
settings) menu to “4:3”.
Images are projected horizontally
on the TV.
0Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.
The color of images looks strange. 0When the video was recorded with “x.v.Color” set
to “ON”, change the setting as desired on TV.
0Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.
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Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR
You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR.
Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.
1Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.
0Turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds.
.
Red
White
Ye l low
VCR/DVD Recorder
Audio Input (R)
Audio Input (L)
Video Input
Video Input
To DC Connector
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)
AC Adapter
AV Cable (Provided)
To AV Connector
0This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
2Tap L to select the playback mode.
3Prepare to record.
Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder
0Switch to a compatible external input.
0Insert a DVD-R or video tape.
Preparation on this unit
0Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” (basic
settings) menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or “16:9”) of the connecting TV.
4Start recording.
0Start playback on this unit (p. 16) and press the record button on the recorder.
0After playback is complete, stop the recording.
Copying
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Operating the Menu
You can configure various settings using the
menu.
1Tap “MENU”.
0The menu differs according to the mode
in use.
0Tap “V” to display the face short cut
menu.
2Tap the desired menu.
.
BRIGHTNESS ADJUST
FOCUS
SCENE SELECT
VIDEO
WHITE BALANCE
0Tap “Q” to display the “COMMON”
(basic settings) menu.
3Tap the desired setting.
.
CLOCK ADJUST
CLOCK SETTING
oTo exit the screen
Tap “L” (quit).
oTo return to the previous screen
Tap “J” (return).
oTo display the help file
Tap “K” (help) and tap the menu item.
0Help file may not be available for some
items.
0For more information on the
settings, refer to the Detailed User
Guide.
Further Information
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