JVC GZ-MG27U - Everio Camcorder - 680 KP User manual

ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONS
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-MG37U
GZ-MG27U
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set "DEMO
MODE" to "OFF". (_" pg. 53)
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera Before
use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this
product.
For Customer Use:
Enter the Model No. (located on
the bottom of the camera) and
Serial No. (located on the battery
pack mount of the camera) below.
Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No,
Serial No.
LYT1533-O01C

Thecamerahasabuilt-inhigh-capacityHDD(harddiskdrive)thatenablesyoutorecordvideosand
stillimagesinmassivequantities.
..... _ •To record videos (pg. 16)
........ _ • To playback videos ( "pg. 26)
•Torecordstillimages(:'pg. 20)
__ •TO(pg.30)playbackstill images
SDMemoryCard
You can also record onto
SD cards.
"When Using an SD
Card" (: pg. 15)
You can record without using any complicated
operations in Auto recording mode.
Manual recording mode, on the other hand, enable s
you to use special effects and make manual
adjustments to record videos that are even more vivid.
ffTo change to manual recording mode" (_t pg. 22)
DVDCreationFunction
(_ pg. 47)
You can connect the camera to a DVD
burner (sold separately) with a USB
mini A/B cable to save recorded files
easily to a DVD disc.
You can register recorded videos to
Video Event events according to their content. This
enables you to search and select files by
Registration content (event).
(_" pg. 17) •
USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of
EditingFileson "four PC video and still images to a computer.
With the bundled image editing software,
A(:--SOFTWARE INSTALLATION you can easily edit video and create your
ND USB CONNECTION GUIDE) own DVDs.
If your printer is compatible with
DirectPrinting PictBridge, still images can be printed
easily by connecting the camera directly
(:--" pg. 46) to the printer with a USB cable.

Please read the following instructions before
using the camera.
It is recommended to copy your important recorded
data to a DVD or other recording media for storage.
( pg. 47)
• The SD cards that are guaranteed to work with
this camera are those by Panasonic, TOSHIBA,
pqi (still image only) and SanDisk, If other media
are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or
they may lose data that had already been
recorded.
• For video recording, use a high-speed SD card
(at least 10 MB/s).
• MultiMediaCards are not supported.
Before using this camera, format the built-in hard
disk or SD cards. This will also ensure stable
speeds and operation when accessing the
recording medium. ( pg. 39)
Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo
microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or
other object while recording. (_ pg. 10)
This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors such
as background noise and interference can prevent
itfrom operating correctly. If the camera does not
operate correctly, reset the camera. ( pg. 58)
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your
dealer or JVC service center, be sure to bring your
camera together with the SD card. If one of them is
not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and
the repair cannot be made properly.
• When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be strictly followed.
• If the camera is subjected to electrostatic
discharge, turn the power off before using it
again.
• This product includes patented and other
proprietary technology and will only operate with
a JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/
VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic
non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the
internal charging circuitry.
• If the battery operation time remains extremely
short even after the battery is fully charged, the
battery is worn out and needs to be replaced.
Please purchase a new one.
• Since the AC adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure
to use it only in well-ventilated areas.
• After 5 minutes has elapsed in record-standby
mode, the camera will automatically turn off its
power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case,
battery charge starts if the battery is attached to
the camera.
• When using the battery, the power will turn off
automatically to conserve power. Use the power
switch to turn on the power again.
• When using the AC adapter, the access lamp
lights up, and the LCD turns off (the camera
enters the sleep mode).
INFORMATION
Video recording (with sound) that was made
especially for demonstration at shops might be
remaining on the hard disk of the camera that you
have purchased.
To delete this video file, please refer to "Deleting
Files" (: pg. 36)/Formatting a Recording
Medium" ( pg. 39).

00 NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbel, within an
equi[ateraJ triangJe, is intended to eJert the user to the
presence of uninsuJated "dangerous voJtage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magniiude
to constitute a dsk of elect dc shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equiJateral tri_lg[e is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and mai_enance (servicing) instructions in
the literature aceomp_nying _be appliance.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTES:
• The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit,
• The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
• The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above
1OO°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 (3-15/
16") or more on both sides, on top and atthe
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,

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 blockanyventilation 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.
10. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When
a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
Remember that this camera is intended for
)rivate consumer use only,
Any commercial use without proper
)ermission 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
)ermission beforehand.)
Trademarks
•Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. "Dolby" and double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
_CAPSU_
MascotCapsule is aregistered trademark of HI
CORPORATION in Japan.
Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION, All
rights reserved.
• Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective
holders.

Accessories....................................................... 8
Attaching tile Shoulder Strap ......................... 9
Attaching the Lens Cap .................................. 9
Attaching the Core Filter ................................ 9
index .............................................................. 10
Necessary Settings before Use ......................... 12
Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery
Pack) ......................................................... 12
Language Setting ......................................... 13
Date/Time Setting ........................................ 13
0ther Settings ................................................. | 4
Grip Adjustment ........................................... 14
Tripod Mounting ........................................... 14
Data Battery System .................................... 14
When Using an SD Card .............................. 15
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Video Recording .............................................. 16
Registering Files to Events ......................... 17
Zooming ....................................................... 18
Changing the Screen Size ........................... 18
LED Light ..................................................... 18
Deleting a File .............................................. 19
Checking the Remaining Space on the
Recording Media .......................................... 19
StillImageRecording.......................................20
Zooming .................................................. 21
Continuous Shooting .................................... 21
LED Light ..................................................... 21
Deleting a File .............................................. 21
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ManualRecording............................................22
Manual Setting in MSET Menu ................... 22
Nightalive ..................................................... 25
Backlight Compensation .............................. 25
Spot Exposure Control ................................. 25
Video Playback ............................................... 26
Various Operations during Playback ........... 27
File Search Function .................................... 28
Date Index Screen ................................... 28
Event Screen ........................................... 29
To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder ..... 29
Deleting a Video File ................................... 29
StillImagePlayback........................................30
File Search Function .................................... 30
Slide Show ................................................... 31
Image Rotation ............................................ 31
Playback Zoom ............................................ 31
Deleting a Still Image File ............................ 31
Watching Images on TV/Remote Control .......... 32
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder ....... 32
Playback on TV ........................................... 32
Playback Using the Remote Control ............ 33
PlaybackwithSpecialEffects...........................34
Managing Files ................................................ 36
Deleting Files ........................................... 36
Viewing File Information .............................. 37
Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure ....... 38
Formatting a Recording Medium ................. 39
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ............... 40
Resetting the File Number ........................... 40
Changing the Event Registration of Video Files
after Recording ............................................ 41

Ploylists......................................................... 42
Creating Playlists ......................................... 42
Playing Back Playlists .................................. 44
Other Operations of Playlists ....................... 44
PrintSetting...................................................45
DPOF Print Setting .............................. 45
Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer .......... 46
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DubbingVideoFilestoDVDDiscs.....................47
Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation
Function) ...................................................... 47
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing ._. 50
Copying/MovingstillImageFiles.....................51
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Changingthe Menu Settings............................. 52
Common Menus for All Modes .................... 53
Video Recording Menus .............................. 55
Video Playback Menus ................................ 56
Still Image Recording Menus ....................... 57
Still Image Playback Menus ......................... 57
Troubleshooting..............................................58
WarningIndications.........................................62
CleaningtheCamera........................................64
Cautions.........................................................65
Specifications..................................................68
IndicationsonLCDMonitor..............................70
TERMS..............................................Backcover
Button operations
•Button operations are illustrated as shown
below.
ex,) MENU
•Regarding the control lever (pg. 11)
There are two kinds of operation using the
control lever: moving the lever towards up/
down/left/right, or pressing down the lever.
They are described and illustrated as shown
below.
e×.)
1) Move the control lever downward:
Press v.
2) Press down the control lever:
Press 1_11.
3) Operate 1) and 2) continuously:
×_ Select Press _-,/v /</>
to select, then press
Set 1_11,
Icons at the top of pages
When there are icons at the top of pages, they
show whether the page is related to videos and/or
still images.
Page related to videos
O Page related to still images
I_ O F'age common to videos and still
images

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AC Adapter
AP-V18U /AP-V14U Battery Pack BN-VF707U Audio/Video Cable
USB Cable
(: SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION AND
USB CONNECTION
GUIDE)
Remote Control Unit
RM-V730U ( pg. 33)
Shoulder Strap
( pg. 9)
Lithium Battery
CR2025 (for remote
control unit)
Pre-installed in the
remote control unit at
time of shipment.
Lens Cap ( pg. 9) CD-ROM
Core Filter for Cables ( pg. 9)
Large (A): Audio/Video Cable
Large (B): USB Cable
Small : DC Cord

PeeloffthepadandthreadtheThreadthestrapthroughthe Positionthebucklenearthe
endofthestrapthroughthe buckle,adjustitslength,anduse eyeletandreattachthepad.
eyelet, thestrapguidetofixitinplace.
Toprotectthelens,attachtheprovidedlenscaptothecameraasshownintheillustration.
Place here during
recording.
Attach the core filters to the cables.
The core filter reduces interference.
When connecting a cable, attach the
end with the core filter to the camera.
Attachment positions (: right)
AV Cable USB Cable
Large(A) Small
Release the stopper,
3 cm (1-3/16")

@.-
@-
@--
@---
the LCD monitor
Push @ and open the LCD monitor fully.
90°
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
Power-linked operation
When the power switch is set to (o], you
can also turn the camera on/off by
opening/closing the LCD monitor,

Power Switch [OFF, [_], ie.] ( Pg. 12)
(2PLockButton( -pg. 12)
3b Zoom Lever [W [_/T O..] ( pg. 18)
Speaker Volume Control [-VOL+] ( pg. 26)
LipLight Button [LIGHT] (pg. 18)/Information
Button [INFO] (pg. 37)
Mode Switch [MODE] (: pg. 16, 20, 26, 30)
@ Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]
( pg. 22)
_P Menu Button [MENU]( pg. 52)
@ Delete Button ['@] ( -pg. 19)
@ Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP]
(pg. 16,20)
O Control Lever
^ : Reverse Skip ( pg. 27)/Up/Backlight
Compensation [[_] (:- pg. 25)/Spot
Exposure Control [[]] ( pg. 25)
v : Forward Skip ( pg. 27)/Down/Manual
Set [_]( pg. 22)
< : Reverse Search [4_1] ( pg. 27)/Left/
Nightalive [NIGHT] (: pg. 25)
> : Forward Search [ I_1_] ( - pg. 27)/Right/
Switch Screen Size (16:9/4:3) [16:9]
( pg. 18)
Press down: Play/Pause (1_11)
( pg.26, 30)
_ Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 28)/Remaining
Space Button [_] ( pg. 19)/Data Battery
Button [c_]( pg. 14)
@ Battery Release Button [BATT.] (pg. 12)
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
@ S-Video Output Connector [S] ( pg. 32)
• Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
• USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector
(: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB
CONNECTION GUIDE)
@ DC Input Connector [DO] (pg. 12)
_ Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]
(pg. 12)
18 Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Lights up or blinks
when you access files. Do not turn off the
power or remove the battery pack/AC
adapter while accessing files.)
19 Auto Lamp [AUTO] (Lights up in Auto
recording mode. Also lights up when
connecting to a DVD burner [sold
separately].) ( pg. 47)
[]Reset Button [RESET] (pg. 58)
_ISpeaker (pg. 26)
[]Battery Pack Mount (:- pg. 12)
[] Camera Sensor
Remote Sensor ( pg. 33)
[] Lens
[] Stereo Microphone
[]LED Light( pg. 18,21)
Fi]Grip Strap (pg. 14)
mSD Card Cover [OPEN] ( pg. 15)
[]Stud Hole (: pg. 14)
[]Tripod Mounting Socket ( pg. 14)
ATTENTION:
• Be careful not to cover [], [], [] and [] during
shooting.
• Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a
ma funct on.

Be sure to configure the following three settings
before use, 3Charge the battery pack by
connecting to the AC adapter.
Open the cover.
|Set the power switch to OFF.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
Power off
tPlayback
Recording
Lock button
2 Attach the battery pack.
Slide tile battery pack down until it locks in
place.
Bottom of the Camera BATT.
Controls in this section
Power/Charge Lamp
Power Switch
DC
Connector
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
AC Adapter
(ex, AP-V14U)
•The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate
charging has started.
• When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter
from the camera.
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. ( step 2), then remove
the battery pack.
To check the remaining battery power
(pg. 14)
Required charging /recording time
i.Recording
Battery pack Charg!ng time time
BN-VF707U 1 hr. 10 rain.
1 hr. 30 rain.
(Provided) (1 hr. 5 rain.)
2 hr. 25 rain.
BN-VF714U 2 hr. 40 rain. (2 hr. 20 rain.)
5 hr. 50 min.
BN-VF733U 5 hr. 40 rain. (5 hr. 30 rain.)
The times shown above are approximate times.
The values within ( ) are the times when the
LED light is on.
NOTE:
You can also use the camera with just the AC
adapter.

The language on the display can be changed.
( pg. 54)
|Open the LCD monitor.( pg. 10)
2 Set the power switch to ILl or [_1.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
MENU
The recording start date/time is recorded on the
video/still image file and it can be checked by
pressing INFO. ( pg. 26, 30)
In addition, you can find the desired file from
the date index screen. ( pg. 28)
After performing step 1-4 in "Language
Setting" ( "pg. 13)
5 Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
6Set the date and time.
4Select [DATE/DISPLAY]. Repeat this step to input the month, day,
year, hour and minute.
7 MENU
Select [LANGUAGE].
Select the desired language.
You have now finished configuring the
necessary sett ngs.
To use the camera right away
To record videos (:_-"pg. 16)
To record still images (_ pg. 20)
To configure other settings (_ pg. 14)
MENU

Check which buttons to use in the illustration of
"Controls in this section" on page 12.
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
You can check the remaining battery power and
the recordable time.
When the battery is attached
|Set the power switch to OFF.
Slide while pressing down the lock button.
f i Playback
Recording
Lock button
INDEX
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.
NOTES:
i Battery information is displayed for approx. 3
seconds if the button is pressed and released
quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds ifthe button
is pressed and held for several seconds.
If COMMUNICATING ERROR" appears
instead of the battery status even though you
tried to press c_ several times, there may be a
problem with your battery. In such a case,
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
• The recordable time display should only be
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute
units.

Bydefault,theHDDissetastherecording
medium.IfyouwanttorecordtoanSDcard,
thefollowingthreeoperationsneedtobe
performed.
NOTE:
For details on compatible SD cards, see Check
the compat b ty of record ng med a pg. 3 .
Insert and remove the SD card only while the
power is turned off. Otherwise, data on the card
may be corrupted.
1Open the SD card cover.
Bottom of the
Camera
Preparation:
• Set the power switch to [_ or _.
MENU
2Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].
3Select [VIDEO MODE] or [IMAGE
MODE].
2Firmly insert the card with its clipped
edge first.
Clipped Edge
4Select [SD].
MENU
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse
side of the label.
3Close the SD card cover.
To remove an SD card
Push the SD card once.
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
To change the recording medium back to
the HDD
Select [HDD] in step 4.
This will also ensure stable speeds and
operation when accessing the SD card.
For details on how to format an SD card, see
"Formatting a Recording Medium" ( - pg. 39).

Preparation:OpentheLCDmonitor.( "pg.10)
Set the power sw tch to ;_:
Slide while pressing down the lock
button.
Lock button
LIGHT/INFO Zoom Lever
Set the MODE switch to _.
MODE
* " _ t_ : Video mode
O : Still image mode
•The camera is programmed to record
videos on the built-in hard disk when
it is shipped from the factory. To
change the recording medium, see
page 15.
Press the REC/SNAP button
to start recording.
• Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
.,".lv l (I)ll_ll MENU
To stop recording
Press the RECtSNAP button again.
To change the picture quality ( -pg. 55)
To register a file to an event (: pg. 17)

NOTES:
• By default, the camera is set to record videos in
4:3 size, To record videos in 16:9 size, see
Changing the Screen Size" ( pg. 18),
• If the camera is not operated during recording
or playback for 5 minutes when using the
battery pack, it turns itself off automatically to
conserve power. To turn the camera on again,
set the power switch to OFF, then to [P'I or o.
When using the AC adapter, the camera enters
the sleep mode (the access lamp lights and the
LCD monitor turns off). To cancel the sleep
mode, perform any operation such as zooming.
• When the camera heats up, the OREC
indicator flashes. If the camera continues to
heat up, shooting may be stopped to protect the
recording medium. In this case, turn off the
power, and then wait until the camera cools
down.
• If data cannot be recorded or saved properly,
the video files are not saved to the [SD VIDEO]
folder, which is for regular videos. Instead, the
files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. To play
back these files, see 'To Play Back Files in the
[EXTMOV] Folder" ( pg. 29).
• Video files are given the names
MOV 001MOD to MOvoogMOD,
MOV OOA.MOD to MOV OOEMOD, and
MOV OlOMOD 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. Remember
that this camera is not compatible with other
digital video formats.
• Before recording important video, be sure to
make a trial recording.
• Do not move or shake the camera suddenly
during recording. If you do, the sound of the
hard disk drive may be recorded.
If you select an event to register the file to
before starting recording, the file will be
registered to the selected event, thus making
the file easy to find at playback. There are up to
3 different destinations within each event (for
example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).
Preparation:
•Set the power switch to _.
• Set the MODE switch to _M.
MENU
2 Select [REGISTER EVENT].
3Select [ON/SELECT
4Select the event that you want to
register the file to.
• To select a different destination, select
[NEXT PAGE].
• To cancel the event registration, select
[NON SECTION].
The selected event is displayed on the
screen. Press the REC/SNAP button to
start recording.
To search by event for afile to play back
( - pg. 29)
NOTE:
Once you select to register a file to a certain
event, the setting will remain even if you turn the
power off. Unless you change the setting, you will
register a file to the same event that you had
previously selected.

While recording
Zoom out
--VOL÷
W[] O,T
W: Wide angle
Zoom in
T: Telephoto
•You can zoom in up to 32x by using the optical
zoom.
• Zoom magnification over 32x is done through
digital image processing, and is therefore called
digital zoom, Digital zooming is possible up to
800x, Set [ZOOM] to [64X] or [800X]. ( pg. 55)
Optical zoom (up to 32x)
_===L==_
I ! I
1 32 800
i
Digital zoom (up to 800x)
m,] ,'rl
NOTES:
• Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.
5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is
set all the way to W,
• When you zoom into a subject close to the lens,
the camera may automatically zoom out
depending on the distance to the subject. Inthis
case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. ( pg, 55)
You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size.
By default, the camera is set to record videos at
the 4:3 size.
Preparation:
• Set the power switch to [• }.
• Set the MODE switch to _.
ATTENTION:
Videos which have been recorded in 16:9 size
may appear to be slightly vertically stretched on a
4:3 screen TV. Record videos in 4:3 size if playing
back on a 4:3 screen TV,
NOTES:
If the recording mode is set to ECONOMY, you
cannot change the screen size.
If you want to burn the recorded videos onto
DVD discs, it is recommended not to mix 16:9
size videos and 4:3 size videos,
If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may
appear to be slightly vertically stretched when
playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.
Ifyou select to use this function, the LED light
turns on to improve visibility during shooting.
Preparation:
• Set the power switch to _.
• Set the MODE switch to _.
LIGHT/INFO
Each time you press the button, setting
changes.
No
isptay
The light remains on regardless
of the surrounding conditions.
The light turns on automatically
when shooting in insufficient light
conditions.
Disables this function.
Each press switches the screen size.

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After the recording is finished
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Preparation:
•Set the power switch to _.
• Set the MODE switch to _.
Example: When checking the HDD space
2Select [EXECUTE].
NOTE:
If the recording mode (video or still image) is
switched, or the power is turned off and on again
after record ng, you cannot de ete the f e.
INDEX
The maximum recording time is displayed for
each picture quality mode, and the remaining
space is indicated by a pie chart.
Displayed picture quality mode
r01: ULTRA FINE
r_: FINE
_l: NORMAL
r&l: ECONOMY
For details on the picture quality, see page 69.
To return to the normal screen
Press the (_ button again.

Preparation:OpentheLCDmonitor.(pg. 10)
Set the power switch to ro_.
Slide while pressing down the lock
button.
Lock button
Set the MODE switch to O.
MODE I_ : Video mode
O : Still image mode
• The camera is programmed to record still
images on the built-in hard disk when it is
shipped from the factory. To change the
recording medium, see page 15.
Zoom Lever
LIGHT/INFO
Press the REC/SNAP button
to start recording.
The PHOTO indicator appears during
recording.
• To check how the image looks before
recording, press the REC/SNAP button
halfway and hold. The _ indicator
appears and becomes green when the
captured image is focused. To cancel the
recording, release the REC/SNAP button.
To record it on the recording medium,
press the REC/SNAP button fully.
To change the picture quality ( -pg. 57)
NOTES:
• Still images are recorded at 4:3 size. They cannot be recorded at 169 size.
• If the camera is not operated during recording or playback for 5 minutes when using the battery pack, it
turns itself off automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to
OFF, then to _i or _. When using the AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode (the access
lamp lights and the LCD monitor turns off). To cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation such as
zooming.