JVC GZ-HD10E Manual

GUIDEBOOK EN
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this hard
disk camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained on pages 6 and 7 to ensure
safe use of this product.
E/EK
GZ-HD10
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Easy Start Guide
CAUTION
•Charge the battery pack before use. (Zp. 16)
•Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides
JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed.
ACCESS
POWER
/CHARGE
The power turns on if you open the LCD
monitor
Close the LCD monitor after you finish recording.
Charge the battery before recording
Turn off the camera and attach the battery pack.
Power/charge lamp
blinks: Charging
goes out: Charging finished
Battery Pack
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
AC Adapter
Open the cover
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Before recording, charge the battery and set the date/time.
See the next page for recording videos.
Preparation
QOpen the LCD monitor to turn on the camera
RSelect [YES] within
10 seconds
T
Power Button
SET DATE/TIME!
YES
NO
SELECT SET
SELECT SET QUIT
DATE TIME
31 1 11 07
2008
CLOCK ADJUST
SSet the date and time
Select
Set
Select
Set
When the message disappears, press the
power button for at least 2 seconds to turn
off the power, and then press it again for at
least 2 seconds.
To change the date and time (Zp. 17)
Open the lens cover USelect video mode
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Video recording
CAUTION
•This camera records video in accordance with the AVCHD format.
•Try recording with easy [AUTO] mode first.
QSelect recording mode
PLAY/REC
SELECT
When recording
The mode changes when
you press the button
RSelect auto mode
/
INFO
AUTO
The mode changes when
you press the button
(recording mode only)
The auto recording
indicator appears.
SStart recording
START
/STOP
Press the START/STOP
button to start recording,
and press it again to stop
[4h59m]
XP
0:01:30
REC
Remaining space on
the hard disk
Picture Quality Record-standby
Recording
Before recording an important scene, it is
recommended to conduct a trial recording.
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Playing back
QSelect playback mode
PLAY/REC
SELECT
The mode changes when
you press the button
RSelect the desired file
VIDEO
1/1
SELECT SET SORT
Index screen
SPress down the set lever Playback screen
Press down the set lever to
start playback, and press it
again to stop
To perform operations such as fast forwarding or fast rewinding (Zp. 28)
To view video/still image on TV (Zp. 33)
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CAUTION
Don’t forget to make copies after recording!
•To copy files onto DVD discs (Zp. 43)
•To dub files using a VCR/DVD recorder (Zp. 47)
•To play back a created DVD disc (Zp. 44, 46)
•To edit files on your computer (Zp. 9)
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Safety Precautions
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
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.
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.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camera and to the user.
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It
could tip over, causing serious damage to the camera.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the camera to fall, resulting in damage.
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.
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points
in your home or the cable is too short to reach
a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety
approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace
the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure
to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral)
or Black
Brown to L (Live)
or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
•To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
•When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
•The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
•
The serial number plate is on the battery pack mount.
•The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
WARNING:
The battery pack, the camera with battery installed,
and the remote control with battery installed should
not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct
sunshine, fire or the Iike.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
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Remember that this camera is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Trademarks
•AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony
Corporation.
•Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
•x.v.Colour™ is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
•HDMI is a trademark of HDMI
Licensing, LLC.
•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.
•Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Information for Users on Disposal of Old
Equipment and Batteries
Products
Battery
Notice:
The sign Pb below the symbol
for batteries indicates that this
battery contains lead.
[European Union]
These symbols indicate that the electrical and
electronic equipment and the battery with this symbol
should not be disposed of as general household
waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the products should
be handed over to the applicable collection points for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment as
well as batteries for proper treatment, recovery and
recycling in accordance with your national legislation
and the Directive 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will help
to conserve natural resources and will help to prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and
human health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of these products.
For more information about collection points and
recycling of these products, please contact your
local municipal office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
[Business users]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit
our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain
information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to dispose of these items, please do so
in accordance with applicable national legislation or
other rules in your country for the treatment of old
electrical and electronic equipment and batteries.
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE
USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured
to meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to
obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt
to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the
mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between
pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw
the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about
the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in
any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged
in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and
consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family knows how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm
or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos
or radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch
television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such
use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating
will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with
wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit
the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the
fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
•NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the
case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
•
NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment
of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
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Contents
GETTING STARTED
Accessories ............................................10
Preparing the Remote Control...................... 11
Attaching the Core Filter to the DC cord....... 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
Other Settings.........................................18
Grip Adjustment............................................ 18
Attaching the Shoulder Strap........................ 18
Lens Cover ................................................... 18
Tripod Mounting ............................................ 18
When Using a microSD Card ....................... 19
RECORDING
Recording Files.......................................20
Video Recording........................................... 20
Still Image Recording ................................... 21
Zooming........................................................ 22
LED Light...................................................... 22
Checking the Remaining Battery Power....... 22
Checking the Remaining Space on the
Recording Media ......................................... 23
Registering Files to Events........................... 23
Manual Recording ..................................24
To Change to Manual Recording Mode ........ 24
Program AE .................................................. 24
Manual Focus ............................................... 24
Backlight Compensation............................... 25
Spot Exposure Control ................................. 25
Manual Setting in Menu................................ 26
PLAYBACK
Playing Back Files ..................................28
Video Playback ............................................ 28
Still Image Playback ..................................... 29
Playback with Special Effects ....................... 30
File Search Function..................................... 31
Watching Images on TV..........................33
Connection with TV....................................... 33
Playback Operation ...................................... 34
EDITING/PRINTING
Managing Files........................................35
To Capture a Still Image from a Video .......... 35
Deleting/Protecting Files............................... 35
Viewing File Information ............................... 37
Changing the Event Registration.................. 37
Dividing Files ................................................ 38
DPOF Print Setting....................................... 39
Playlists ...................................................40
Creating Playlists.......................................... 40
Other Operations of Playlists........................ 41
Playing Back Playlists................................... 41
COPYING
Copying Files ..........................................42
Copying/Moving Files ................................... 42
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the
Camera ....................................................... 43
Standard-definition Dubbing ......................... 47
FURTHER INFORMATION
Changing the Menu Settings .................48
Troubleshooting......................................54
Cleaning ..................................................58
Warning Indications ...............................59
Specifications .........................................62
Cautions ..................................................64
Terms .......................................................68
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Read This First!
Make a backup of important recorded data
It is recommended to copy your important
recorded data to a DVD or other recording
media for storage. (Zp. 43) JVC will not be
responsible for any lost data.
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. (Zp. 58)
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 off the power before using it
again.
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 cameras 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]. (Zp. 51)
Do not cover the fan (Zp. 12 (, /)
If the camera becomes too hot inside it may
cause a malfunction.
For Windows
Refer to the PC OPERATION GUIDE in the
supplied CD-ROM.
!Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
After a moment, the [Software Setup] screen
appears. If the [Software Setup] screen does
not appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon
in [My Computer].
NOTE
Refer to the PC OPERATION GUIDE for the
system requirements of the provided software.
For details, refer to the User’s guide or Help of
the software.
For Macintosh
!Load the provided CD-ROM into the
Computer.
#Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
$Double-click “Start.pdf” in the “PC guide”
folder.
%Click the desired language.
NOTE
• Adobe®Acrobat®Reader™ or Adobe®
Reader®must be installed to read PDF
files. Adobe®Reader®can be located from
Adobe’s web site: http://www.adobe.com/
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PC OPERATION
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Accessories
GETTING STARTED
or
AC Adapter
AP-V14E/AP-V17E
Power Cord
(for AP-V14E only)
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
Component Cable
(Zp. 33)
Audio/Video Cable
(Zp. 34, 47)
USB Cable Shoulder Strap
(Zp. 18)
CD-ROM
(Zp. 9)
Remote Control
RM-V750U (Zp. 11)
Lithium Battery
CR2025
Pre-installed in the
remote control unit.
Core Filter
(Zp. 11)
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
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Preparing the Remote Control
A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase.
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Beam Effective Area To Reinsert the Battery
NOTE
The transmitted beam may not be effective
or may cause incorrect operation when the
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight
or powerful lighting.
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock
tab.
Effective distance:
Max. 5 m
Remote Sensor
Lock Tab
Lithium Battery
(CR2025)
Attaching the Core Filter to the DC cord
The core filter reduces interference. Connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camera.
Release the stopper. 3 cm Wind twice
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Index
NOTES
•The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
•Power-linked operation
You can also turn on/off the camera by
opening/closing the LCD monitor.
•Be careful not to cover sensors 7, >and ?
during shooting.
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7Stereo Microphone
8Grip Strap (Zp. 18)
9HDMI Connector [HDMI] (Zp. 33)
:DC Connector [DC] (Zp. 16)
;Microphone Input Connector [MIC]
<LED Light
=USB Connector [ 2]
>Remote Sensor (Zp. 11)
?Lens Cover/Lens
@Shoe (for external microphone, etc)
AShoe Cover
BLens Cover Switch [=, >] (Zp. 18)
CmicroSD Card Slot (Zp. 19)
DTripod Mounting Socket (Zp. 18)
EBattery Release Button [BATT.] (Zp. 16)
FBattery Pack Mount
Remote Control
QInfrared Beam Transmitting Window
RZOOM (T/W) Buttons
(Zoom in/out during playback.)
SUp Button
Rotate Button (counterclockwise)
TSkip Backward Button
ULeft Button
VBack Button
WPLAYLIST Button
XSTART/STOP Button
YSNAPSHOT Button
ZINFO Button
aSkip Forward Button
bPLAY/PAUSE Button
cRight Button
dNext Button
eDown Button
Rotate Button (clockwise)
fINDEX Button
gDATE Button
NOTE
You can move the zooming area with the up/
down/left/right button during zoom in playback
mode.
Camera
!Index Button [INDEX] (Zp. 31)/
Remaining Space Button/
Data Battery Button [ 0/ 1] (Zp. 22)
#Set Lever
Move to ¡:
Reverse Skip (Zp. 28)/Up/Backlight
Compensation Button [ -] (Zp. 25)
Move to ¢:
Forward Skip (Zp. 28)/Down/Manual
Focus Button [FOCUS] (Zp. 24)
Move to £:
Reverse Search (Zp. 28)/Left/Light
Button [LIGHT] (Zp. 22)
Move to ¤:
Forward Search (Zp. 28)/Right/Program
AE Button [PROGRAM AE] (Zp. 24)
Press down:
Play/Pause (Zp. 28)
$Menu Button [MENU]
%LCD Monitor
&Speaker
(Fan outlet
)Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Blinks when you
access files. Do not turn off the power or
remove the battery pack/AC adapter while
accessing files.)
Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]
(Blinks when you charge the battery.)
*Zoom Lever [W 7,T ,] (Zp. 22)
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (Zp. 28)
+Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]
(Zp. 21)
,Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO] (Zp. 24)/
Information Button [INFO] (Zp. 37)
-Power Button (You can turn off the camera
by pressing and holding this button.)
.Direct Disc Button [DIRECT DISC]/
Focus Assist Button [FOCUS ASSIST]
(Zp. 25)
/Fan inlet
0Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK UP]/
Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW]
(Zp. 20, 21)
1Delete Button [ *]
2Playback/Recording Mode Switching Button
[PLAY/REC] (Zp. 20, 21)
3Audio/Video Connector [AV] (Zp. 34, 47)
4Component Connector [COMPONENT]
(Zp. 33)
5Mode Switch [!, #]
6Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/
STOP] (Zp. 20)
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Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image
Recording
W T
0
FOCUS
200X
1/4000
LCD
1080p
16:55
20.01.2008
!Selected Recording Mode Indicator
(Zp. 24)
#Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Zp. 27)
$Approximate Zoom Ratio (Zp. 48)
%Output with 1080p (Zp. 52)
&Quick Review Indicator (Zp. 20, 21)
(Zoom Indicator (Zp. 22)
)Focus Assist Indicator (Zp. 25)
*Shutter Speed (Zp. 26)
+Brightness/Sharpness Control Indicator
(Zp. 51, 27)
,Battery Indicator
-Date/Time (Zp. 17)
.Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(Zp. 24)
/Monitor Backlight (Zp. 51)
0Selected Recording Medium Indicator
(Zp. 53)
1Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(Zp. 51)
2Effect Mode Indicator (Zp. 27)
3Program AE Mode Indicator (Zp. 24)
4White Balance Indicator (Zp. 27)
5LED Light Indicator (Zp. 22)
6±0 : Exposure Adjustment Indicator
(Zp. 26)
-: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(Zp. 25)
.: Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(Zp. 25)
C: Iris Lock Indicator (Zp. 25, 26)
During Video Recording Only
REC
0:04:01
[4h59m]
XP
xvC
PHOTO
!Mode Indicator (Zp. 20)
#Wind Cut Indicator (Zp. 49)
$x.v.Colour™ (Zp. 49)
%Picture Quality (Zp. 48)
&Remaining Time (Zp. 20, 63)
(Counter
)MREC : (Appears during recording.)
(Zp. 20)
MQ: (Appears during record-standby
mode.)
*Shooting Indicator (Zp. 20)
+Microphone Input Level Indicator (Zp. 49)
,Event Indicator (Zp. 23)
-Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) Indicator
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)
(Zp. 48)
During Still Image Recording Only
[ 9 9 9 9 ]
FINE
10
1920
PHOTO
F4.0
!Mode Indicator (Zp. 21)
#ISO Sensitivity
(GAIN): When set to [AUTO], there is no
indication. (Zp. 50)
$Focus Indicator (Zp. 21)
%Image Size (Zp. 50)
&Picture Quality (Zp. 50)
(Remaining Number of Shots (Zp. 63)
){: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(Zp. 50)
J: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator
(Zp. 50)
*Shooting Indicator (Zp. 21)
+Self-Timer Indicator (Zp. 50)
,Aperture Value (F-number) (Zp. 27)
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During Video Playback
1:55:01
X-60
XP
xvC1080p
16:55
20.01.2008
!Mode Indicator (Zp. 28)
#6: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears
when playing back a playlist.) (Zp. 41)
$Output with 1080p (Zp. 52)
%x.v.Colour™ (Zp. 49)
&Picture Quality (Zp. 48)
(Playback Mode (Zp. 28)
F:Playback
Q:Pause
K:Forward Search
J:Reverse Search
QF: Forward Slow-Motion
PQ: Reverse Slow-Motion
(The number on the left shows speed.)
)Counter
*Volume Level Indicator
+Battery Indicator
,Date/Time
-Effect Mode Indicator (Zp. 30)
.Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Zp. 30)
During Still Image Playback
101-0098
16:55
20.01.2008
1080p
!Mode Indicator (Zp. 29)
#Output with 1080p (Zp. 52)
$Folder/File Number
%Slide Show Playback Indicator (Zp. 29)
&Battery Indicator
(Date/Time
Operation guide display
The operation guide is displayed at the
bottom of the screen during menu display
etc.
SELECT SET QUIT
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Necessary Settings before Use
Charging the Battery Pack
1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camera.
2Attach the battery pack.battery pack.
BATT.
3Connect the AC adapter.
•The power/charge lamp blinks to
indicate charging has started.
•When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished.
Required charging/recording time
(approx.)
*When the LED light is off and the monitor
backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
Battery pack Charging time Recording
time
BN-VF808U
(Provided) 1 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 00 min.*
BN-VF815U 2 hr. 40 min. 2 hr. 00 min.*
BN-VF823U 3 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 05 min.*
NOTE
The actual recording time may shorten
depending on the recording environment, such
as when recording scenes with fast moving.
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (step 2), then remove
the battery pack.
To check the remaining battery power
See page 22.
NOTES
•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.
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DC Connector
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
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Date/Time Setting
1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
2Press MENU.
MENU
3Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
Select
Set
x.v.Color
REGISTER EVENT
BASIC SETTINGS
GAIN UP
SET QUIT
4Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
Select
Set
SET DATE/TIME
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
CLOCK ADJUST
MONITOR BRIGHT
RETURN SET QUIT
5Set the date and time.
Select
Set
CLOCK ADJUST
SELECT SET QUIT
DATE TIME
31 1 11 07
2008
Repeat this step to input the day, month,
year, hour and minute.
To return to the previous screen
Move the set lever to £.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
NOTE
If you do not set the date and time, the [SET
DATE/TIME!] screen appears every time you
turn on the camera.
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Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
2Press MENU.
MENU
3Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
Select
Set
x.v.Color
REGISTER EVENT
BASIC SETTINGS
GAIN UP
SET QUIT
4Select [LANGUAGE].
Select
Set
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
CLOCK ADJUST
MONITOR BRIGHT
SELECT LANGUAGE
RETURN SET QUIT
5Select the desired language.
Select
Set
BASIC SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
CLOCK ADJUST
MONITOR BRIGHT
RETURN SET QUIT
To return to the previous screen
Move the set lever to £.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
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Other Settings
Grip Adjustment
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Lens Cover
When not using the camera, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.
NOTE
Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so
may cause damage to the lens.
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.
NOTE
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
Eyelet
Strap Guide
Buckle
Lens Cover
Switch
Lens Cover
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EN
When Using a microSD Card
If you want to record to a microSD card, the
following 3 operations need to be performed.
•Operations are confirmed on the following
microSD cards.
- Panasonic
- TOSHIBA
- SanDisk
- ATP
Video recording:
Class 4 or 6 compatible microSDHC card
(4 GB, 8 GB)
Still image recording:
microSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or
microSDHC card (4 GB, 8 GB)
•If other media are used, they may fail to
record data correctly, or they may lose data
that had already been recorded.
•MultiMediaCards are not supported.
QInsert a microSD card
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
1Open the microSD card cover.
2Firmly insert the card with its clipped
edge first.
3Close the microSD card cover.
To remove a microSD card
Push the microSD card once.
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
NOTES
•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.
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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]. (Zp. 53)
SFormat a microSD card when using it
for the first time
This will also ensure stable speeds and
operation when accessing the microSD card.
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format the
card. (Zp. 53)
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Video Recording
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.
Recording Files
RECORDING
Press PLAY/REC to select the
recording mode.
PLAY/REC
SELECT
Press START/STOP to start
recording.
START
/STOP
REC
[4h59m]
XP
0:01:30
To stop recording
Press START/STOP again.
To view the last recorded scene
Press QUICK REVIEW while recording is
paused. Pressing DELETE during playback
deletes that scene.
To change the picture quality
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].
(Zp. 48)
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Slide the mode switch to select !
(video) mode.
NOTES
•If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically
to conserve power. To turn on the camera 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.
•A new file will be created for every 4 GB.
•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.
To record a still image during video
recording
Press SNAPSHOT (Up to 3 times in a row).
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Approximate remaining
time for recording
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