JVC GZ-MS100AA User manual

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GZ-MS100
LYT1927-001C-M
MEMORY CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS EN
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this memory
camcorder. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure
safe use of this product.
AA

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Easy Start Guide
Video recording
2
QSelect !(video) mode RSelect recording (REC) mode
[5h56m ]
Playing back
3
QSelect !(video) mode RSelect playback (PLAY) mode
to display thumbnails on the
screen
Preparation
1
QAttach the
battery pack
Charge the Battery
Pack. (Zpg. 14)
SOpen the
lens cover
TOpen the LCD
monitor
The camcorder
turns on
automatically.
BATT.
RInsert an SD
card
Format an SD
card when using
it for the first time.
(Zpg. 15)

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CAUTION: Touch the sensors with your finger. The sensors do not function if you touch
them with your fingernail or with gloves on.
Video recording
SPress the START/STOP button to start recording
Playing back
SSelect the desired file using the touch sensor. And then touch the
OK button to start playback.
SD
•To stop playback
Select L.
LTo view images on TV (Z pg. 19)
LDon’t forget to make copies after
recording!
To copy files onto DVD discs
(Z pg. 22)
Preparation
UWhen [SET DATE/TIME!] appears,
select [YES] within 10 seconds
SET DATE/TIME!
YES
NO
(Zpg. 6)
VSet the date and time
(Zpg. 14)
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DATE TIME
1 2008 11 07
@

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Safety Precautions
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 the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it
down and unplug it immediately. Continue using
the camcorder 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.
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 and the camcorder 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.
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.)

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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 licence from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
•Windows®is either a registered trademark
or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Inc.
•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.
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.
If this symbol is shown, it is only
valid in the European Union.

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Read This First!
How to Select an Item Using the Touch Sensor
An example screen in English is used for the guidance below.
LUsing on-screen buttons
(e.g. during playback Zpg. 18)
A
B
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 touch
sensor under the on-screen button you
want to select.
CAUTION
Touch the sensors with your finger. The
sensors do not function if you touch them with
your fingernail or with gloves on.
LSelecting an item from the menu list
(on the menu screen)
Q
R
MENU
IMAGE QUALITY
GAIN UP
SHUTTER MODE
BASIC SETTINGS
QSlide your finger up and down on the
sensor.
RTouch the OK button.
NOTE
The cursor moves from 1 to 9 on the index
screen when you slide your finger on the
touch sensor.
SD

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Make a backup of important recorded data
JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important
recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (Zpg. 22)
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. We
recommend you to use the same recording media when performing both the trial recording
and the actual recording.
Reset the camcorder if it does not operate correctly
This camcorder uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background noise and interference
can prevent it from operating correctly. If the camcorder does not operate correctly, reset
the camcorder. (Zpg. 33)
Precautions on handling batteries
•Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs.
•If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it
again.
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the camcorder immediately
and consult your local JVC dealer
•If a problem occurs when using the SD card, take the card together with the camcorder
for repair. If one of them is not included, the cause of the malfunction cannot be
diagnosed, and the camcorder cannot be repaired.
•Recorded data may be erased while the camcorder is being repaired or inspected. Back
up all data before requesting repairs or inspections.
Because the camcorder 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] from the MENU.
When Using an SD Card
•Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.
Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC card
Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB to
16 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.

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Contents
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.
GETTING STARTED
Accessories ............................................ 9
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB cable.... 9
Index ...................................................... 10
Indications on LCD Monitor................. 12
Necessary Settings before Use........... 14
Charging the Battery Pack...........................14
Date/Time Setting........................................ 14
Other Settings....................................... 15
Checking the Remaining Battery Power......15
When using an SD card...............................15
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
Recording Files..................................... 16
Video Recording.......................................... 16
Still Image Recording ..................................17
Playing Back Files ................................ 18
Video/Still Image Playback .......................... 18
Watching Images on TV........................ 19
EDITING/COPYING
Managing Files...................................... 20
Deleting/Protecting Files.............................. 20
Copying Files ........................................ 22
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the
Camcorder .................................................22
PC OPERATION
File Backup on a Windows® PC ........... 23
System Requirements .................................23
Software Installation .................................... 23
Connecting the Camcorder to the PC.......... 25
File Backup on the PC................................. 25
File Backup on the PC without Using
Software .....................................................26
File Upload on a Windows® PC ............ 27
File Upload to YouTubeTM .............................27
Other Windows® PC Operations .......... 28
Getting More Use of the Software ............... 28
File Backup on a Macintosh®.............. 29
System Requirements .................................29
Connecting the Camcorder to the
Macintosh................................................... 29
File Backup on the Macintosh .....................30
Folder Structure and Extensions ........ 31
Customer Support Information ........... 32
FURTHER INFORMATION
Troubleshooting.................................... 33
Cleaning ................................................ 34
Warning Indications ............................. 35
Specifications ....................................... 36
Cautions ................................................ 38
Terms ..................................................... 40

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Accessories
or
AC Adapter
AP-V14E/AP-V20M
Power Cord Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
Audio/Video Cable USB Cable
(Zpg. 22, 25 and 29)
CD-ROM
(Zpg. 23, 28)
Core Filter
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable
Attach the core filter to the USB cable. The core filter reduces interference. Connect the end of
the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.
GETTING STARTED
Release the stopper. 3 cm
Wind once.

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Index
NOTES
•The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
•Power-linked operation
You can also turn the camcorder on/off by
opening/closing the LCD monitor during the
recording mode.
•Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7and 9
during shooting.

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Camcorder
!Touch Sensor (Zpg. 6)
#OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] (Zpg. 13)
$Menu Button [MENU]
%Power Switch [ ]
(You can turn off the camcorder by
pressing and holding this button.)
&Speaker
(Playback/Recording Mode Switching
Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (Zpg. 16)
)Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHRG.]
(Blinks when you access files or charge
the battery. Do not turn off the power or
remove the battery pack/AC adapter while
accessing files.)
*Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD]
(Zpg. 22)/Information Button [INFO]
(Zpg. 15)
+Upload/Upload Pre-Record Mode Button
[UPLOAD] (Zpg. 27)
,Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/
MANUAL]
-Mode Switch [!, #]
.Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/
STOP] (Zpg. 16)
/Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]
(Zpg. 17)
0Zoom Lever [W 7,T ,] (Zpg. 18)
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+]
(Zpg. 18)
1DC Jack [DC] (Zpg. 14)
2Audio/Video Jack [AV]
3USB (Universal Serial Bus) Jack [ 2]
(Zpg. 22, 25 and 29)
4LED Light
5Camera Sensor
6Lens Cover
7Lens
8Lens Cover Switch [ =, >]
9Stereo Microphone
:SD Card Slot
;Stud Hole
<Tripod Mounting Socket
=Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Zpg. 14)
>Battery Pack Mount (Zpg. 14)
?Grip Strap

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During both Video and Still Image
Recording
SD
!Selected Operation Mode Indicator
4: Auto Mode
3: Manual Mode
#Effect Mode Indicator
$Tele Macro Mode Indicator
%LED Light Indicator
&Program AE Mode Indicator
(Zoom Indicator
)SD Card Indicator (Z pg. 15)
*Approximate Zoom Ratio
+White Balance Indicator
,Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
-Battery Indicator (Z pg. 35)
.Date/Time (Z pg. 14)
/Brightness Control Indicator
0Backlight Compensation Indicator
1Iris Lock Indicator
2± : Exposure Adjustment Indicator
.: Photometry Area Control Indicator
3Shutter Speed
During Video Recording Only
!Mode Indicator
#Counter
$Upload Pre-Record Mode Indicator
(Appears during UPLOAD REC ON)
(Z pg. 27)
%Picture Quality: B(ULTRA FINE),
C(FINE), D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY)
&Remaining Time (Z pg. 16, 37)
(MREC: (Appears during recording.)
(Z pg. 16)
MQ: (Appears during record-standby
mode.)
)Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) Indicator
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)
*Wind Cut Indicator
+Event Indicator
During Still Image Recording Only
!Mode Indicator
#Focus Indicator (Z pg. 17)
$Image Size
%Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD
(standard)
&Remaining Number of Shots (Z pg. 37)
(Shooting Indicator (Z pg. 17)
)Shutter Mode Indicator
*Self-Timer Recording Indicator
Indications on LCD Monitor

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During Video Playback
!Mode Indicator
#Effect Mode Indicator
$Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator
%6: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears
when playing back a playlist.)
¨ª : Event Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file
from the event search.)
¨© : Date Search Playback Indicator
(Appears when playing back a video file
from the date search.)
&Picture Quality: B(ULTRA FINE),
C(FINE), D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY)
(Counter
)Playback Mode (Z pg. 18)
F: Playback
Q: Pause
K: Forward Search
J: Reverse Search
G: Forward Slow-Motion
E: Reverse Slow-Motion
(The number on the left shows speed.)
*SD Card Indicator (Z pg. 15)
+Volume Level Indicator
,Battery Indicator (Z pg. 35)
-Date/Time (Z pg. 14)
During Still Image Playback
!Mode Indicator
#Effect Mode Indicator
$Folder/File Number
%Slide Show Playback Indicator (Z pg. 18)
&SD Card Indicator (Z pg. 15)
(Battery Indicator (Z pg. 35)
)Date/Time (Z pg. 14)
Switching indication modes on LCD
monitor
Each time you touch the DISP button,
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
On-screen function guide
The on-screen function guide is displayed
at the bottom of the screen during menu
display, etc.

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Charging the Battery Pack
1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camcorder.
2Attach the battery pack.battery pack.
Slide the battery pack down until it locks
in place.
Bottom of the Camcorder
BATT.
3Connect the AC adapter.
•The charge lamp blinks to indicate charging
has started.
•When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished. Unplug the AC adapter (or
the power cord) from the AC outlet and
disconnect the AC adapter from the
camcorder.
LTo detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (Zstep 2), then
remove the battery pack.
LTo check the remaining battery power
See page 15.
NOTES
•You can also use the camcorder with just
the AC adapter.
•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.
2When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears,
select [YES] within 10 seconds.
If you do not select within 10 seconds, the
screen disappears. In such case, press the
power button ( ) and turn the camcorder
on again.
3Set the date and time.
31 1
CLOCK ADJUST
Repeat this step to input the day, month,
year, hour and minute.
4Touch the OK button to finish.
LTo change the date and time
1) Touch the MENU button.
2) Select [BASIC SETTINGS], and then
[CLOCK ADJUST].
3) Set the date and time.
LTo return to the previous screen
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Touch the MENU button.
Necessary Settings before Use
DC Jack
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
Charge
lamp

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Other Settings
Checking the Remaining Battery Power
Preparation:
•Attach the battery pack.
•Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select recording mode.
For !mode:
Press the INFO button twice or the INFO
button and then select ;.
For #mode:
Press the INFO button.
DIRECT DVD
INFO
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LTo return to the normal screen
Press the INFO button again.
NOTES
•
If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,
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.
When Using an SD Card
If you want to record to an SD card, the
following operations need to be performed.
•Operations are confirmed on the following
SD cards.
Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC
card
Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SD
card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB
to 16 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.
•
Cards used to record video on this camcorder
cannot be played back on other devices.
•Some card readers (including internal card
readers in PCs) may not be able to support
SDHC format. If you use an SDHC card for
recording and encounter any reading error,
the card reader you are using, might be a
non-SDHC supported device. Please use
the camcorder or other SDHC compatible
devices to access the card.
QInsert an SD card
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.
1Open the SD card cover.
Bottom of the
Camcorder
2Firmly insert the card with its clipped
edge first.
Clipped Edge
3Close the SD card cover.
LTo remove an SD card
Push the SD card once.
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
NOTES
•Insert and remove the SD 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.
RFormat an SD card when using it for
the first time
This will also ensure stable speed and
operation when accessing the SD card.
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] from the
MENU.

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Recording Files
Video Recording
Preparation: •Insert an SD card.
•Open lens cover.
•Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC
button to select recording mode.
PLAY/REC
SELECT
Press the START/STOP button to
start recording.
Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
LTo stop recording
Press the START/STOP button again.
LTo view the video you just recorded
Select Aduring pause.
During the preview, you can delete the
video by selecting *.
LTo change the picture quality
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY]
from the MENU.
LTo change the aspect ratio of the image
(16:9/4:3)
Change the settings in [SELECT ASPECT
RATIO] from the MENU.
LTo record a video clip (approx. 10
minutes)
Before you start recording, press UPLOAD
button twice to “UPLOAD REC ON”.
Slide the mode switch to select
!(video) mode.
NOTES
•Video files are given the names MOV001.MOD to MOV009.MOD, MOV00A.MOD to MOV00F.MOD,
and MOV010.MOD in order of recording.
•After recording video for 12 consecutive hours, recording stops automatically.
•A new file will be created for every 4 GB of continuous shooting.
•This camcorder records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. This camcorder is
not compatible with other digital video formats.
RECORDING/PLAYBACK

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Press the START/STOP button to
start recording.
Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
Slide the mode switch to select
#(still image) mode.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC
button to select recording mode.
PLAY/REC
SELECT
Press and hold the SNAPSHOT
button halfway.
The ?indicator becomes green when
the captured image is focused.
Press the SNAPSHOT button fully
to take the photo/picture.
LTo view the image you just recorded
Select Aafter shooting.
During the preview, you can delete the
image by selecting *.
LTo change the picture quality
Change the settings in [IMAGE
QUALITY] from the MENU.
LTo record still images continuously
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in
[SHUTTER MODE] from the MENU.
Still Image Recording
Preparation: •Insert an SD card.
•Open lens cover.
•Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

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Playing Back Files
Video/Still Image Playback
1Slide the mode switch to select !
(video) or #(still image) mode.
2Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button
to select playback mode.
PLAY/REC
SELECT
The index screen for videos appears.
3Select the desired file.
SD
LTo watch on TV
See page 19.
LTo check the file information
Press the INFO button when playback is
paused.
LTo adjust the sound volume of videos
Turn down the
volume
Turn up the
volume
LOperations during Video Playback
!N: Return to the first scene of the file
#O: Go to the first scene of the next file
$L: Return to the index screen
%J: Reverse search (during playback)
E: Frame-by-frame playback in reverse
direction (during pause)*
&F: Playback
Q: Pause
(K: Forward search (during playback)
G: Frame-by-frame playback in forward
direction (during pause)*
* Slow playback starts when you keep
touching the sensor button under E/ G
for a while.
LOperations during Still Image
Playback
!(:Rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise
P:Change playback order of slide show
in reverse direction
#):Rotate 90 degrees clockwise
F:Change playback order of slide show
in forward direction
$L:Return to the index screen
%N:Display the previous file
&F:Start/end the slide show
(O:Display the next file

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Preparation:
Turn off all units.
NOTE
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used
with a television of a different standard.
1Turn on the camcorder and the TV.
2Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
3(Only when connecting the camcorder to the VCR/DVD recorder)
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set it to its AUX input mode.
4Start playback on the camcorder. (Zpg. 18)
16:9 TV 4:3 TV
LIf the aspect ratio of the image is not correct as
shown on the right
Change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE] from
the MENU.
LTo display the camcorder’s on-screen display
on TV
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON] from the MENU.
Watching Images on TV
AV Input Jack
AV Cable
AV Jack
DC Jack
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet

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CAUTION
Do not remove the SD card or perform any
other operation (such as turning off the
power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to
use the provided AC adapter, as the data on
the SD card may be corrupted if the battery
becomes exhausted during operation. If the
data on the SD card becomes corrupted,
format the SD card.
Deleting/Protecting Files
•Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete
them, release the protection first.
•Once files are deleted, they cannot be
restored. Check files before deleting.
Preparation:
•Slide the mode switch to select !or #
mode.
•Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to
select playback mode.
The following screen illustrations are
examples when performing [DELETE].
1Touch the MENU button.
You can skip directly to the delete menu by
selecting *.
2Select [DELETE] or [PROTECT/
CANCEL].
Deleting/Protecting the Currently
Displayed File
After performing steps 1-2
3Select [CURRENT].
4When [DELETE?] or [PROTECT?]
appears, select [YES].
You can select the previous or next file by
selecting {or }.
Deleting/Protecting Files
After performing steps 1-2
3Select [FILE SELECT].
4Select the desired file.
SD
•The *(deletion) or x(protection) mark
appears on the file. To select other files,
repeat this step.
•If you slide the zoom lever towards T,
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding
the zoom lever towards Wreturns to the
index screen.
5Select [QUIT].
Managing Files
EDITING/PRINTING