JVC GZ-MG620SEK User manual

INSTRUCTIONS EN
CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.
Before use, please read the safety
information and precautions contained
in pages 6 and 7 to ensure safe use of
this product.
GZ-MG620SEK

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Easy Start Guide
CAUTION
•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.
Charge the battery before recording
Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack.
Grip Adjustment
Adjust the strap and fasten.
•Fasten the strap when you grip the
camcorder.
•When carrying the camcorder,
please be careful not to drop it.
Grip Strap
Fasten
Power/charge lamp
blinks: Charging
goes out: Charging finished
Battery Pack
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
Open the cover
The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.
Access lamp
blinks: Accessing files
Do not remove the
AC adapter, the
battery pack or the
microSD card when
the lamp is blinking.

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Date/Time Setting
QOpen the LCD monitor to
turn on the camcorder
Power button
LCD monitor
RSelect [YES] within
10 seconds
•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.
•Touch the sensors with your finger. The
sensors do not function if you touch them
with your finger nail or with gloves on.
SSelect [CLOCK SETTING]
TSelect the city closest to
the area where you use
the camcorder
USelect [ON] if daylight
saving time is effective
VSet the date and time
Slide your finger up and down on the
sensor. Then touch OK.
Touch sensor: Sets the date and time
&: Moves the cursor to the right
OK: Clock starts

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Video recording
CAUTION
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.
SStart recording
Press the START/STOP
button to start recording,
and press it again to stop.
Remaining space on
the hard disk
Video Quality Record-standby
Recording
QSlide the mode switch to select !(video) mode
RSelect recording mode
The mode changes when
you press the button.
The auto recording
indicator appears.

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Playing back
To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Zp. 22)
To view files on TV (Zp. 25)
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CAUTION
Do not forget to make copies after recording!
•To dub files to a VCR/DVD recorder (Zp. 33)
•To edit files on your computer (Zp. 28)
QSelect playback mode
The mode changes when
you press the button.
RSelect the desired file
Index screen
SSelect F(Touch OK)
Playback screen

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Safety Precautions
SAFETY1
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.
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 camcorder and to the user.
Carrying or holding the camcorder 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
camcorder.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the camcorder 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 camcorder with battery
installed, and the remote control with battery
installed should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

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SAFETY2
Remember that this camcorder is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Trademarks
•Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and 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.
•
iTunes, iMovie, 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.
•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
Attaching the Lens Cap ................................ 11
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable.... 11
Index ........................................................12
Tripod Mounting............................................ 13
Indications on LCD Monitor...................14
Necessary Settings before Use.............16
Charging the Battery Pack............................ 16
Date/Time Setting......................................... 16
Language Setting ......................................... 17
Other Settings.........................................18
Using a microSD Card.................................. 18
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
Recording Files.......................................19
Video Recording........................................... 19
Still Image Recording ................................... 20
Zooming........................................................ 21
Checking the Remaining Battery Power....... 21
Checking the Remaining Space on the
Recording Media ......................................... 21
Playing Back Files ..................................22
Video Playback ............................................ 22
Still Image Playback ..................................... 23
Manual Recording ..................................24
Changing to Manual Recording Mode.......... 24
Backlight Compensation............................... 24
Manual Setting in Menu................................ 24
USING WITH TV
Viewing Files on TV ................................25
Connection with TV....................................... 25
Playback Operation ...................................... 25
EDITING
Managing Files........................................26
Capturing a Still Image from a Video............ 26
Deleting Files................................................ 26
COPYING
Copying Files ..........................................27
Creating a DVD using a PC .......................... 28
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder ........ 33
Using with a Portable Media Player ......34
Turning on the Export Mode ......................... 34
Changing the Export Setting ........................ 34
Transferring the Files to PC .......................... 34
Uploading Files to Websites..................35
Turning on the Upload Mode ........................ 35
Uploading Files............................................. 35
FURTHER INFORMATION
Changing the Menu Settings .................36
Troubleshooting......................................36
Warning Indications ...............................38
Specifications .........................................39
Cautions ..................................................42
Terms .......................................................44

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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. 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 camcorder if it does not operate
correctly
Close the LCD monitor and remove the power
supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the
camcorder, then reattach it.
Precautions on handling batteries
•Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/
VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This product
includes patented and other proprietary
technology and is made to be used with the
JVC battery and not with other batteries.
JVC cannot guarantee safety or
performance of this product when it is
operated by other batteries.
•If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic
discharge, turn off the power before using it
again.
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the
camcorder immediately and consult your
nearest JVC dealer
•Recorded data may be erased while the
camcorder is being repaired or inspected.
Back up all data before requesting repairs or
inspections.
Because camcorders 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].
How to use the Touch
Sensor
After the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor:
QSlide your finger up and down on the sensor.
RSelect [SET]. (Touch OK.)
A
To select an on-screen button appearing on
the left side, touch the portion of the sensor
next to the on-screen button.
B
To select an on-screen button appearing at
the bottom of the screen, touch the buttons
underneath them.
Read these INSTRUCTIONS
to enjoy your CAMCORDER.
For more details on the
operations, refer to the
GUIDEBOOK in the supplied
CD-ROM.
In order to view the GUIDEBOOK, Adobe®
Acrobat®ReaderTM or Adobe®Reader®
must be installed.
Adobe®Reader®can be loaded from
Adobe’s web site:
http://www.adobe.com/
NOTE
Select your desired language with a
single click.
The model name is indicated on the
bottom of your camcorder.

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Accessories
GETTING STARTED
AP-V20M
BN-VF808U
AC Adapter Power Cord Battery Pack AV Cable
USB Cable Lens Cap CD-ROM Core Filter
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
The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end of
the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.
Release the stopper. 3 cm Wind once.
To be connected to
the camcorder
Attaching the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
Place here during
recording.

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Index
NOTE
•Be careful not to cover 0and 1during
shooting.
•The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.

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Camcorder
!Power Button
#DISPLAY Button (Zp. 15)
$Speaker
%Zoom Lever (Zp. 21)
Speaker Volume Control
&SNAPSHOT Button (Zp. 20)
(Touch Sensor
)OK Button
*MENU Button
+Mode Switch [!, #]
,UPLOAD Button (Zp. 35)
TITLE Button
-EXPORT Button (Zp. 34)
.INFO Button (Zp. 21)
/PLAY/REC Button (Zp. 19, 20, 22, 23)
0Lens
1Stereo Microphone
2DC Connector
3START/STOP Button (Zp. 19)
4AV Connector (Zp. 25, 33)
5USB Connector (Zp. 29)
6Tripod Mounting Socket
7microSD Card Slot
8Battery Release Button
Tripod Mounting
Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,
and then rotate the camcorder 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 camcorder.

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Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image
Recording
16:55
1. 11 . 2 00 9
!Selected Recording Mode Indicator
(Zp. 24)
@: Auto Mode
3: Manual Mode
#Effect Mode Indicator
$Tele Macro Mode Indicator)
%Scene Select Indicator
&Zoom Indicator (Zp. 21)
(Recording Medium Indicator
)Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
*White Balance Indicator
+Monitor Backlight Indicator
,Battery Indicator
-Date/Time (Zp. 16)
.Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
/Backlight Compensation Indicator (Zp. 24)
0Brightness Control Indicator
.: Photometry Area Control Indicator
1Shutter Speed
During Video Recording Only
!Mode Indicator
#EXPORT Mode Indicator (Zp. 34)
$Counter
%Upload Mode Indicator (Zp. 35)
&Video Quality: B(ULTRA FINE), C(FINE),
D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY)
(Remaining Time
)MREC: (Appears during recording.)
MQ: (Appears during record-standby mode.)
*Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)
+Shooting Indicator (Zp. 19)
,Wind Cut Indicator
-Event Indicator
During Still Image Recording Only
!Mode Indicator
#Focus Indicator (Zp. 20)
$Image Quality:
FINE
(fine) or
STD
(standard)
%Remaining Number of Shots
&Shooting Indicator (Zp. 20)
(Shutter Mode Indicator
)Self-Timer Indicator

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During Video Playback
8
16:55
1 . 1 1 . 2 0 0 9
!Mode Indicator
#Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when
playing back a playlist.)
$Quick Review Indicator (Zp. 19)
%Video Quality: B(ULTRA FINE), C(FINE),
D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY)
&Counter
(Playback Mode
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.)
)Battery Indicator
*Date/Time (Zp. 16)
+Volume Level Indicator
During Still Image Playback
16:55
1. 11 . 2 00 9
!Mode Indicator
#Quick Review Indicator (Zp. 20)
$Folder/File Number
%Slide Show Playback Indicator
&Battery Indicator
(Date/Time (Zp. 16)
Switching indication modes on LCD
monitor
Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications
on LCD monitor switch as shown below:
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
Charging the Battery Pack
1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camcorder.
2Attach the battery pack, then connect
the AC adapter.
•The power/charge lamp blinks to
indicate charging has started.
•When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished.
To check the remaining battery power
See page 21.
Battery pack Charging time
BN-VF808U
(Provided) 1 h 50 m
BN-VF815U 2 h 40 m
BN-VF823U 3 h 40 m
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To detach the battery pack
NOTE
•You can also use the camcorder with just the
AC adapter.
•The actual recording time may shorten
depending on the recording environment,
such as when recording scenes with fast
moving subject.
•Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter
plug and cable. This may damage the AC
adapter.
Date/Time Setting
1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camcorder.
2Touch MENU.
3Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].
4Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
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AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)

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5Select [CLOCK SETTING].
6Select the city closest to the area
where you use the camcorder.
7Select [ON] if daylight saving time is
effective.
8Set the date and time.
Change the setting by using the touch
sensor and select [&] to set.
9Select [SAVE].
To reset the setting, select [QUIT].
Setting the clock to local time when
traveling
After performing steps 1-4(Zp. 16)
5Select [AREA SETTING].
6Select the city closest to the area you
are traveling.
To return to the previous screen
Select @.
To quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camcorder.
2Touch MENU.
3Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].
4Select [LANGUAGE].
5Select the desired language.
To return to the previous screen
Select @.
To quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
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Selected area is highlighted
Principal city of the
selected area
Time difference to
GMT

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Other Settings
Using a microSD Card
The camcorder 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.
•Operations are confirmed on the following
microSD cards.
- Panasonic
- TOSHIBA
- SanDisk
- ATP
Video recording:
Class 4 or higher compatible microSDHC
card (4 GB to 8 GB)
Still image recording:
microSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or
microSDHC card (4 GB to 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.
Insert a microSD card
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camcorder.
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.
NOTE
•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.
Change the recording medium
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and [REC
MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD].
Format a microSD card when using it for
the first time
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format the
card.
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SNAPSHOT
Video Recording
Recording Files
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
Press PLAY/REC to select the
recording mode.
Press START/STOP to start
recording.
You can also start/stop recording by
selecting [REC] on the LCD monitor.
(On-screen recording control)
To stop recording
Press START/STOP again.
To view the last recorded scene
Select Awhile recording is paused.
Selecting $during playback deletes that
scene.
To record a still image during video
recording
Press SNAPSHOT.
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Slide the mode switch to select
!(video) mode.
NOTE
•The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn off the camcorder and then
turn on again.
•If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off
automatically to conserve power.
•Do not move or shake the camcorder suddenly during recording.
If you do so, the driving sound (hum) of the hard disk may be recorded.
To change the video quality
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].
To change the aspect ratio of the image
(16:9/4:3)
Change the settings in [SELECT ASPECT
RATIO].
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Approximate remaining
time for recording

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Recording Files (Continued)
Slide the mode switch to select
#(still image) mode.
Press PLAY/REC to select the
recording mode.
Press and hold SNAPSHOT
halfway.
The ?indicator becomes green when
the captured image is focused.
Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a
still image.
NOTE
•DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.
•If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off
automatically to conserve power.
Still Image Recording
To view the last recorded image
Select Aafter shooting.
Selecting $during playback deletes that
image.
To change the image quality
Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY].
To record still images continuously
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in
[SHUTTER MODE].
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