JVC GZ-MS130BU Manual

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EN
MEMORY CAMERA
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this
memory camcorder. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 2 and 3 to
ensure safe use of this product.
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on
the bottom of the camcorder)
and Serial No. (located on
the battery pack mount of the
camcorder) below.
Model No.
Serial No.
GUIDEBOOK
LYT2019-002A-M
GZ-MS130U

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Safety Precautions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO 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 symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the 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.
For USA-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material
– special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
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 (3-15/16")
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:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
WARNING:
The battery pack and the camcorder with battery
installed should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunlight, fire or the Iike.
WARNING:
Batteries, including lithium batteries installed in
the camcorder and the remote control, should
not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct
sunshine, fire or the like.

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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 block any ventilation 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 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 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.
•iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered
in the U. S. and other countries.
•Other product and company names included
in this instruction manual are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
If this symbol is shown, it is only
valid in the European Union.

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

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Date/Time Setting
QOpen the LCD monitor to
turn on the camcorder
RSelect [YES] within
10 seconds
T
Power Button
SSelect [CLOCK SETTING]
•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.
Select the city closest to
the area where you use
the camcorder
USelect [ON] if daylight
saving time is effective.
LCD monitor
SET
SET DATE/TIME!
YES
NO
Slide your finger up and down on
the sensor. Then touch OK.
SET QUIT
CLOCK SETTING
AREA SETTING
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME
CLOCK ADJUST
AREA SETTING
SET QUIT
DEC. 31. 2009 08: 00PM
R
SET QUIT
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)
SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
NOV. 1. 2009 04.55PM
OFF
VSet the date and time
SET QUIT
CLOCK SETTING
DATE TIME
GMT
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)
0:00
NOV 1 2009 548 PM
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.
QSlide the mode switch to select !(video) mode
RSelect recording mode
SStart recording
The mode changes
when you press the
button.
0 : 04 : 01
4 h 59 m
[ ]
M
The auto recording
indicator appears.
4 h 59 m
0 : 04 : 01
[ ]
REC
Remaining space on the SD
Video
Quality
Record-
standby
Recording
DC
START
/
STOP
Press the START/
STOP button to start
recording, and press
it again to stop.
PLAY/REC

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Playing back
QSelect playback mode
The mode changes when
you press the button.
RSelect the desired file
Index screen
SSelect F(Touch OK) Playback screen
CAUTION
Don’t forget to make copies after recording!
•To copy files onto DVD discs (Zp. 42)
•To dub files using a VCR/DVD recorder (Zp. 53)
•To play back a created DVD disc (Zp. 46)
•To edit files on your computer (Zp. 47)
LTo perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Zp. 26)
LTo view files on TV (Zp. 33)
LASER TOUCH OPERATION
NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM
0. 00 : 00
VIDEO PLAYBACK
DIGEST
1/2
NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM
LASER TOUCH OPERATION
PLAY/REC
The auto recording
indicator appears.

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JVC SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT
IMPORTANT
TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO
READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING
OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM
NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR”
(“Program”) ON YOUR PC.
The right to use the Program is granted by Victor
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on the condition that You agree to the following.
Should You not agree to the terms hereof, You
may not install or use the Program. HOWEVER,
INSTALLING OR USING THE PROGRAM
INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
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JVC grants to You a non-exclusive right to
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Program on a HDD or other storage devices
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JVC Software Licence Agreement

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6 TERM
This Agreement will become effective on the date
when You install and use the Program on Your
machine, and continue to be in effect until the
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Should You breach any provision of this
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erasing from any memory in Your PC), and no
longer own such Program.
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You agree that You will not ship, transfer or
export the Program or underlying information
and technology to any countries to which Japan
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embargo on such goods.
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Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g)
consisting unpublished “Commercial Computer
Software” as those items are used at FAR part
12.212 and is only licenced to You with the same
use rights JVC grants all commercial end users
pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.
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Victor Company of Japan, Limited
NOTE
If You acquired the Program in Germany, the
provisions of Sections 4 (Limited Warranty)
and 5 (Limited Liability) provided above will be
replaced with those of the German version of this
Agreement.
CAUTIONS:
•Operate this equipment according to the
operating procedures described in this manual.
•Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any
other CD-ROM to run this software.
•Do not attempt to modify this software.
•Changes or modifications not approved by
JVC could void user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
How to handle a CD-ROM
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror
surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do
not write anything or put a sticker on either
the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM
gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth
outward from the center hole.
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or
cleaning spray.
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror
surface.
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or
humid environment. Keep it away from direct
sunlight.
You can find the latest information (in
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our world wide web server at
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html

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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 contact www.jvc.com or by phone at 1-800-252-5722
•Recorded data may be erased while the camcorder is being repaired or inspected. Back
up all data before requesting repairs or inspections.
Because 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]. (Zpg. 60)
Read This First!

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GETTING
STARTED
RECORDING/
PLAYBACK
USING WITH
TV EDITING COPYING
FURTHER
INFORMATION
Contents
GETTING STARTED
Accessories .......................................... 13
Attaching the core filter to the USB cable.... 13
Preparing the Remote Control..................... 13
Index ...................................................... 14
Indications on LCD Monitor................. 16
Necessary Settings before Use........... 18
Charging the Battery Pack...........................18
Date/Time Setting........................................ 19
Other Settings....................................... 20
Language Setting ........................................20
Grip Adjustment........................................... 20
Tripod Mounting ........................................... 20
Using an SD Card........................................21
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
Recording Files..................................... 22
Video Recording.......................................... 22
Still Image Recording .................................. 23
Zooming.......................................................24
LED Light..................................................... 24
Checking the Remaining Battery Power...... 24
Checking the Remaining Space on the
SD Card .....................................................25
Registering Files to Events.......................... 25
Playing Back Files ................................ 26
Video Playback ............................................26
Still Image Playback ....................................27
File Search Function....................................28
Playing Back MPG Files ..............................29
Manual Recording ............................... 30
Change to Manual Recording Mode............ 30
Backlight Compensation.............................. 30
Manual Setting Menu...................................30
USING WITH TV
Viewing Files on TV .............................. 33
Connection with TV......................................33
Playback Operation ..................................... 33
EDITING
Managing Files...................................... 34
Capture a Still Image from a Video..............34
Deleting Files............................................... 34
Protecting Files............................................ 36
Viewing File Information .............................. 37
Changing the Event Registration................. 38
Trimming Files ............................................. 39
Playlists ................................................. 40
Creating Playlists......................................... 40
Playing Back Playlists..................................41
Other Operations of Playlists....................... 41

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COPYING
Copying Files ........................................ 42
Copying/Moving Files ..................................42
Creating a DVD using a PC .........................47
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder ....... 53
Using with a Portable Media Player .... 54
Turning on the Export Mode ........................ 54
Changing the Export Setting ....................... 54
Transfering the Files to PC .......................... 55
Uploading Files to Websites................ 56
Turning on the Upload Mode .......................56
Upload Trimming.......................................... 56
Uploading Files............................................ 57
FURTHER INFORMATION
Changing the Menu Settings ............... 58
Troubleshooting.................................... 63
Warning Indications ............................. 66
Cleaning ................................................ 68
Specifications ....................................... 69
Cautions ................................................ 71
Terms ..................................................... 74
How to use the Touch
Sensor
After the menu is displayed on the LCD
monitor:
MANUAL SETTING
LIGHT
REGISTER EVENT
VIDEO QUALITY
ON RECORDING CONDITIONS
SET QUIT
VIDEO
QSlide your finger up and down on the
sensor.
RSelect [SET]. (Touch OK.)
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 buttons
underneath them.

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GETTING
STARTED
Accessories
AC Adapter
AP-V20U
Battery Pack
BN-VF808U
Audio/Video
Cable
RM-V751U
Remote Control
USB Cable CD-ROM Core Filter (x2) CR2025
Lithium Battery
Pre-installed in the
remote control unit.
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable and DC Cord
Attach the core filter to the USB cable. Also, attach the core filter to the DC Cord. The core filter
reduces interference. Connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.
Preparing the Remote Control
A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase.
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") USB Cable: Wind once
DC Cord: Wind twice
Beam Effective Area
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.
To Reinsert the Battery
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the
lock tab.
Lock Tab
Lithium Battery
(CR2025)
Effective distance:
5 m (16 ft)
Remote Sensor
To be connected
to the camcorder

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Index
DC
NOTE
•The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
•Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7and 8
during shooting.
GETTING STARTED

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GETTING
STARTED
Camcorder
!Touch Sensor
#OK Button
$MENU Button
%Power (1) Button
&SD Card Slot (Zpg. 21)
(EXPORT Button
)AV Connector
*UPLOAD Button (Zpg. 56)
+PLAY/REC Button (Zpg. 22, 23, 26, 27)
,Mode Switch [!, #]
-DIRECT DVD Button (Zpg. 43)
INFO Button (Zpg. 24, 25, 37)
.START/STOP Button (Zpg. 22)
/SNAPSHOT Button (Zpg. 23)
0 Zoom Lever [W 7 ,T] (Zpg. 24)
Speaker Volume Control (Zpg. 28)
1Speaker
2DC Connector
3USB Connector (Zpg. 43, 48)
4Camera Sensor
5LED Light (Zpg. 24)
6Lens Cover
7Lens
8 Stereo Microphone
9 Stud Hole
:Tripod Mounting Socket (Zpg. 20)
;Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Zpg. 18)
Remote Control
QInfrared Beam Transmitting Window
RZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/out)
SUp Button
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
fINDEX Button
gDISP Button
* Each time you press INDEX, the screen
switches as shown below:
! mode:
Index Screen «Group Index Screen
# mode:
Index Screen « Date Index Screen

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During both Video and Still Image
Recording
W T
0
1/4000
LCD
4:55 PM
JAN.01.2009
SD
!Selected Operation Mode Indicator
(Zpg.30)
4: Auto Mode
3: Manual Mode
#Effect Mode Indicator (Zpg. 32)
$Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Zpg.32)
%LED Light Indicator (Zpg. 24)
&Scene Select Mode Indicator (Zpg. 31)
(Zoom Indicator (Zpg. 24)
)Recording Medium Indicator (Zpg. 62)
*White Balance Indicator (Zpg.32)
+Monitor Backlight Indicator (Zpg. 60)
,Battery Indicator
-Date/Time (Zpg. 19)
.Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(Zpg.31)
/Backlight Compensation Indicator
(Zpg. 30)
0Brightness Control Indicator (Zpg. 31)
.: Photometry Area Control Indicator
(Zpg. 32)
1Shutter Speed (Zpg. 31)
During Video Recording Only
RE C
0:04:01
[4h59m]
PHOTO
LIB.
!Mode Indicator
#EXPORT Mode Indicator (Zpg. 54)
$Counter
%Upload Mode Indicator (Zpg. 56)
&Video Quality:
B(ULTRA FINE), C(FINE),
D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY) (Zpg.58)
(Remaining Time
)MREC: (Appears during recording.)
MQ: (Appears during record-standby mode.)
*Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)
(Zpg.59)
+Shooting Indicator (Zpg. 22)
,Wind Cut Indicator (Zpg.59)
-Event Indicator (Zpg.25)
During Still Image Recording Only
[99 99 ]
FIN E
10
PHOTO
!Mode Indicator
#Focus Indicator (Zpg.23)
$Image Quality: FINE (fine) or STD
(standard) (Zpg.58)
%Remaining Number of Shots
&Shooting Indicator (Zpg.23)
(Shutter Mode Indicator (Zpg.58)
)Self-Timer Indicator (Zpg.58)
Indications on LCD Monitor

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GETTING
STARTED
During Video Playback
+4
4:55 PM
JAN.01.2009
8
SD
1: 55 : 01
!Mode Indicator
#Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when
playing back a playlist.) (Zpg.41)
$Quick Review Indicator
%Video Quality:
B(ULTRA FINE), C(FINE),
D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY) (Zpg.58)
&Counter
(Playback Mode
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.)
)Battery Indicator
*Date/Time (Zpg.19)
+Volume Level Indicator
During Still Image Playback
4:55 PM
JAN.01.2009
SD
101- 0098
!Mode Indicator
#Quick Review Indicator
$Folder/File Number
%Slide Show Playback Indicator
&Battery Indicator
(Date/Time (Zpg.19)

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Charging the Battery Pack
1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camcorder.
2Attach the battery pack, then
connect the AC adapter.
DC
•The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate
charging has started.
•When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished.
LTo check the remaining battery power
See page 24.
LRequired 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. 50 min. 2 hr. 45 min.*
BN-VF815U 2 hr. 40 min. 5 hr. 25 min.*
BN-VF823U 3 hr. 40 min. 8 hr. 10 min.*
LTo detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (Zstep 2), then
remove 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.
Necessary Settings before Use
DC Jack
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)

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ENGLISH
GETTING
STARTED
Date/Time Setting
1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camcorder.
2Touch MENU.
3Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].
SETTINGS FOR BASIC
VIDEO
WIND CUT
AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA
>
DISPLAY SETTINGS
>
BASIC SETTINGS
SET QUIT
4Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
DISPLAY SETTINGS
SET DATE AND TIME
LANGUAGE
CLOCK ADJUST
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
MONITOR BRIGHT
SET QUIT
5Select [CLOCK SETTING].
CLOCK ADJUST
SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME
CLOCK SETTING
AREA SETTING
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
SET QUIT
6Select the city closest to the area
where you use the camcorder.
AREA SETTING
SET QUIT
7Select [ON] if daylight saving time is
effective.
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
NOV.1.2009 04.55PM
OFF
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)
SET QUIT
8Set the date and time.
Select the item by using the touch sensor
and select [}] to set.
CLOCK SETTING
DATE TIME
GMT+ 9:00
NOV 1 2009 8 54 PM
SAVE QUIT
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)
9Select [SAVE].
To reset the setting, select [QUIT]
Setting the clock to local time
when traveling
After performing steps 1-4
5Select [AREA SETTING].
CLOCK ADJUST
SET WHEN IN ANOTHER COUNTRY
CLOCK SETTING
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
SET QUIT
AREA SETTING
6Select the city closest to the area
you are traveling.
AREA SETTING
SET QUIT
LTo return to the previous screen
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT].
Selected are is highlighted
Time difference to
GMT
Principed city of
the selected area

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Other Settings
Grip Adjustment
DC
NOTE
•
Fasten the belt when you grip the
camcorder.
•When carrying the camcorder, please be
careful not to drop.
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.
Bottom of the
Camcorder
Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camcorder.
2Touch MENU.
3Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].
SETTINGS FOR BASIC
VIDEO
WIND CUT
AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA
>
DISPLAY SETTINGS
>
BASIC SETTINGS
SET QUIT
4Select [LANGUAGE].
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE
DISPLAY SETTINGS
LANGUAGE
CLOCK ADJUST
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
MONITOR BRIGHT
SET QUIT
5Select the desired language.
LTo return to the previous screen
Select @.
LTo quit the screen
Select [QUIT]