JVC GZMC500US - Everio Camcorder - 1.33 MP User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited No.YF100
2005/8
DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA
YF10020058
GZ-MC500US
Lead free solder used in the board (material : Sn-Ag-Cu, melting point : 219 Centigrade)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
2 SPECIFIC SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
3 DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
4 ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-40
5 TROUBLE SHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-42
GZ-MC500US [M5S727]

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SPECIFICATION
Camcorder
AC Adapter
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
For General Power supply DC 11.0 V(Using AC Adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption Approx. 5.5 W
Approx. 8.0 W (Maximum; when charging a battery)
Dimensions (W ×H ×D) 80 mm ×55 mm ×118 mm(3-3/8" ×2-3/16" ×4-11/16")(incl. lens hood)
Weight Approx. 330g (0.73 lbs)
(without battery, removable hard disk, lens hood,lens cap and strap)
Approx. 400g(0.89 lbs)
(incl. battery, removable hard disk, lens hood,lens cap and strap)
Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C(32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity 35% to 80%
Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C(-4°F to 122°F)
Pickup 1/4.5"(1,330,000 pixels) CCD ×3(3CCD)
Lens Video F 1.8 to 2.4, f = 3.2 mm to 32 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
Still F 1.9 to 2.4, f = 4.0 mm to 32 mm, 8:1 power zoom lens
Filter diameter Ø37 mm
LCD monitor 1.8" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Speaker Monaural
Flash Within 2 m (recommended shooting distance)
For Video/
Audio
Format SD-VIDEO
Recording/Playback
format
Video MPEG-2
Audio Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Signal format NTSC standard
Recording mode Video ULTRA FINE: 720 ×480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (CBR)
FINE: 720 ×480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (CBR)
NORMAL: 720 ×480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)
ECONOMY: 352 ×240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)
Audio ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps
For Still image Format JPEG
Image size 5 modes (2560 ×1920 pixels/2048×1536pixels/1600 ×1200 pixels/1280 ×
960 pixels/640 ×480 pixels)
Picture quality 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
For Voice Format Linear PCM
Recording mode FINE: 48 kHz, 1,536 kbps, 16 bit, stereo
STANDARD: 16 kHz, 512 kbps, 16 bit, stereo
ECONOMY: 8 kHz, 256 kbps, 16 bit, stereo
For Connectors AV S-Video output Y:1.0 V (p-p), 75Ω, analog, C:0.29V (p-p), 75Ω, analog
Video output 1.0 V (p-p), 75Ω, analog
Audio output 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog, stereo
Headphone output Ø2.5 mm, stereo
USB Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0 compliant
Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output DC 11 V, 1 A

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SECTION 1
PRECAUTIONS
1.1 SAFTY PRECAUTIONS
Prior to shipment from the factory, JVC products are strictly
inspected to conform with the recognized product safety and
electrical codes of the countries in which they are to be
sold.However,in order to maintain such compliance, it is equally
important to implement the following precautions when a set is
being serviced.
1.1.1 Precautions during Servicing
(1) Locations requiring special caution are denoted by labels
and inscriptions on the cabinet, chassis and certain parts of
the product.When performing service, be sure to read and
comply with these and other cautionary notices appearing
in the operation and service manuals.
(2) Parts identified by the symbol and shaded ( ) parts
are critical for safety.
Replace only with specified part numbers.
NOTE :
Parts in this category also include those specified to
comply with X-ray emission standards for products
using cathode ray tubes and those specified for
compliance with various regulations regarding
spurious radiation emission.
(3) Fuse replacement caution notice.
Caution for continued protection against fire hazard.
Replace only with same type and rated fuse(s) as
specified.
(4) Use specified internal wiring. Note especially:
• Wires covered with PVC tubing
• Double insulated wires
• High voltage leads
(5) Use specified insulating materials for hazardous live parts.
Note especially:
• Insulation Tape
• PVC tubing
•Spacers
• Insulation sheets for transistors
•Barrier
(6) When replacing AC primary side components (transformers,
power cords, noise blocking capacitors, etc.) wrap ends of
wires securely about the terminals before soldering.
Fig.1-1-1
(7) Observe that wires do not contact heat producing parts
(heatsinks, oxide metal film resistors, fusible resistors, etc.)
(8) Check that replaced wires do not contact sharp edged or
pointed parts.
(9) When a power cord has been replaced, check that 10-15
kg of force in any direction will not loosen it.
Fig.1-1-2
(10) Also check areas surrounding repaired locations.
(11) Products using cathode ray tubes (CRTs)In regard to such
products, the cathode ray tubes themselves, the high
voltage circuits, and related circuits are specified for
compliance with recognized codes pertaining to X-ray
emission. Consequently, when servicing these products,
replace the cathode ray tubes and other parts with only the
specified parts. Under no circumstances attempt to modify
these circuits.Unauthorized modification can increase the
high voltage value and cause X-ray emission from the
cathode ray tube.
(12) Crimp type wire connectorIn such cases as when replacing
the power transformer in sets where the connections
between the power cord and power trans former primary
lead wires are performed using crimp type connectors, if
replacing the connectors is unavoidable, in order to prevent
safety hazards, perform carefully and precisely according
to the following steps.
•Connector part number :E03830-001
•Required tool : Connector crimping tool of the proper
type which will not damage insulated parts.
•Replacement procedure
a) Remove the old connector by cutting the wires at a
point close to the connector.Important : Do not
reuse a connector (discard it).
Fig.1-1-3
b) Strip about 15 mm of the insulation from the ends
of the wires. If the wires are stranded, twist the
strands to avoid frayed conductors.
Fig.1-1-4
c) Align the lengths of the wires to be connected.
Insert the wires fully into the connector.
Fig.1-1-5
d) As shown in Fig.1-1-6, use the crimping tool to crimp
the metal sleeve at the center position. Be sure to
crimp fully to the complete closure of the tool.
Fig.1-1-6
e) Check the four points noted in Fig.1-1-7.
Fig.1-1-7
Power cord
cut close to connector
15 mm
Connector
Metal sleeve
1.25
2.0
5.5
Crimping tool
Not easily pulled free Crimped at approx. cente
r
of metal sleev
e
Conductors extended
Wire insulation recessed
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1.1.2 Safety Check after Servicing
Examine the area surrounding the repaired location for damage
or deterioration. Observe that screws, parts and wires have been
returned to original positions, Afterwards, perform the following
tests and confirm the specified values in order to verify
compliance with safety standards.
(1) Insulation resistance test
Confirm the specified insulation resistance or greater
between power cord plug prongs and externally exposed
parts of the set (RF terminals, antenna terminals, video and
audio input and output terminals, microphone jacks,
earphone jacks, etc.).See table 1 below.
(2) Dielectric strength test
Confirm specified dielectric strength or greater between
power cord plug prongs and exposed accessible parts of
the set (RF terminals, antenna terminals, video and audio
input and output terminals, microphone jacks, earphone
jacks, etc.). See Fig.1-1-11 below.
(3) Clearance distance
When replacing primary circuit components, confirm
specified clearance distance (d), (d') between soldered
terminals, and between terminals and surrounding metallic
parts. See Fig.1-1-11 below.
Fig.1-1-8
(4) Leakage current test
Confirm specified or lower leakage current between earth
ground/power cord plug prongs and externally exposed
accessible parts (RF terminals, antenna terminals, video
and audio input and output terminals, microphone jacks,
earphone jacks, etc.).
Measuring Method : (Power ON)Insert load Z between
earth ground/power cord plug prongs and externally
exposed accessible parts. Use an AC voltmeter to
measure across both terminals of load Z. See Fig.1-1-9
and following Fig.1-1-12.
Fig.1-1-9
(5) Grounding (Class 1 model only)
Confirm specified or lower grounding impedance between
earth pin in AC inlet and externally exposed accessible
parts (Video in, Video out, Audio in, Audio out or Fixing
screw etc.).Measuring Method:
Connect milli ohm meter between earth pin in AC inlet and
exposed accessible parts. See Fig.1-1-10 and grounding
specifications.
Fig.1-1-10
Fig.1-1-11
Fig.1-1-12
NOTE :
These tables are unofficial and for reference only. Be sure to confirm the precise values for your particular country and locality.
Chassis
Power cord
primary wire
d'
d
ab
c
V
A
Externally
exposed
accessible part
Z
Exposed accessible part
Grounding Specifications
AC inlet
Region
USA & Canada
Europe & Australia
Grounding Impedance (Z)
Z 0.1 ohm
Z 0.5 ohm
Earth pin
MIlli ohm meter
AC Line Voltage Region
Japan
Europe & Australia
R 1 M /500 V DC
USA & Canada 1 M R 12 M /500 V DC
R 10 M /500 V DC
Insulation Resistance (R)Dielectric Strength Clearance Distance (d), (d')
100 V
100 to 240 V
110 to 130 V
110 to 130 V
200 to 240 V
AC 1 kV 1 minute
AC 1.5 kV 1 minute
AC 1 kV 1 minute
(Class )
(Class )
AC 3 kV 1 minute
AC 1.5 kV 1 minute
d, d' 3 mm
d, d' 4 mm
d, d' 3.2 mm
d' 8 m m (Power cord)
d' 6 m m (Primary wire)
d 4 m m
AC Line Voltage Region
Japan
Europe & Australia
USA & Canada
Load Z Leakage Current (i) a, b, c
100 V
110 to 130 V
110 to 130 V
220 to 240 V
i 1 mA rms
i 0.5 mA rms
i 0.7 mA peak
i 2 mA dc
i 0.7 mA peak
i 2 mA dc
Exposed accessible parts
Exposed accessible parts
Antenna earth terminals
Other terminals
1
1.5
2
50
0.15

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SECTION 2
SPECIFIC SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Provided applications
GZ-MC100, GZ-MC200 and GZ-MC500 come with the following four types of software.
(1) Digital Photo Navigator
(2) PowerDirector
(3) PowerProducer
(4) PowerDVD
(1) is JVC's original and it is the same product as the one used in DVC.
(2),(3), and 4. are commercial software from CyberLink Inc. They were functionally modified for GZ-MC100/200/500.
As not only functional deletion but also functional addition for EVERIO were carried out in the provided software, it is required to use
the provided EVERIO exclusive software.
(1) Digital Photo Navigator 1.0
It is software that creates albums by collecting still pictures. There are no commercial products or enhanced versions.
(2) PowerDirector Express NE (PowerDirector )
It is software that edits and processes the video taken with EVERIO.
Ordinary editing features can be applied frame by frame: cutting unwanted parts, editing transition flow, and title lettering.
In addition, saving the editing as a file of .mod enables playback with EVERIO.
Although there are authoring function and write-in function in commercial PowerDirector3 from CyberLink Inc., provided software does
not include these functions.
Some functions are removed from commercial products when producing EVERIO exclusive PowerDirector.
Although a commercial product seems to be used with EVERIO as a replacement for a provided product, the video that is taken with
EVERIO cannot be seen as the commercial products cannot deal the file extension ".MOD".There is no performance assurance even
if playback is available by changing the extension.
In many cases, import errors, hang-ups, freeze in mid-flow, dropping frames or bad quality in video playback will occur.
PowerDirector,Express NE
Commercial Product EVERIO Bundled Product
MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DAT,AVI,DivX, MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DAT,AVI,Vob,VRO,WMV
Vob,VRO,WMV,MOV
Input file 䋨Still pictures䋩GIF,BMP,JPG,TIF BMP,JPG
Input file 䋨Audio䋩WAV,MP3,WMA WAV,MP3,WMA
Audio recording function Microphone,Music CD Microphone
MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DV-AVI,DivX, MPEG-1,MPEG-2,DV-AVI,WMV,RealVideo
WMV,RealVideo,Quicktime
Output in EVERIO video format 䋭䂾
DV Capture support 䂾䂾
DV real time capture 䂾䂾
Rewrite to DV tape 䂾䂾
DV Quick Scan 䂾䋭
DivX Support (DivX codec) 䂾Separate installation is required
Color Board 䂾䂾
Scene Detection 䂾䂾
Trim Mode, Separation Mode 䂾䂾
Precise-Cut 䂾䋭
Screen Capture 䂾䋭
Title Designer 䂾䂾(Partially limited)
Motion Titles 䂾(53) 䂾(Partially limited)
PiP (Picture in Picture) 䂾䋭
Transitional Effects 䂾(111) 䂾(60)
Supported by PowerProducer 2 Gold NE
Product Name PowerDirector 3
Input file (Video)
Output file (Video)
DVD Authoring Program 䂾

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(3) PowerProducer
It is software which authors or writes-in the files that were edited and processed with PowerDirector to media such as DVD and
DVD-R.
The functional difference between the commercial products and provided EVERIO exclusive products both from CyberLink inc. are
only additional audio editing and BGM function in the menu.It cannot import the ".MOD" file extension.
(4) PowerDVD
It is software which plays back media such as DVD-R that was wrote-in by PowerDirector.
As this software supports .mod files, the video that was taken with EVERIO can be played back with a PC without processing.How-
ever, commercial products and PC bundled PowerDVD cannot playback the EVERIO video as shown in the below table.
If a PC which has already been installed with PowerDVD is used, we recommend to un-install the original PowerDVD first, then
install provided PowerDVD.
In addition, it is reported that PowerDVD6 (the next version to come) will have additional .mod playback function.
2.2 Recording media
CompactFlash cards, 1-inch hard disk drives such as Microdrives, or SD Memory Cards can be used as recording media for EVERIO.
(MMC cards cannot be used.)
There are two types of CompactFlash cards in different thickness. Ordinary CompactFlash cards are Type I (36.4×42.8×3.3mm), and
Microdrives etc. are Type II (36.4×42.8×5.0mm).
Although the thickness is different, the standards, which include the terminal alignments, are exactly the same.
There are CF standard and CF+ standard in the CompactFlash card standards.
The CF standard is compact and Flash ATA Card compatible recording media (memory card) developed by SanDisk Corporation. As
technical innovation requires new standard that supports the products with faster transfer speed, the new CF+ standard arrived in June
2003. The CF+ standard has an increase in transfer speed from existing 8MB/sec to 16MB/sec while maintaining the compatibility with
the existing systems.
The CF standard is developed envisioning only media that use semiconductor (memory) to support, thus the same hard disk forms
such as Microdrives are not taken into account.
The major difference between memories and hard disks is that hard disks consume more electricity as they need to drive the motors.
As a result, new standard with changed electricity consumption standard was required.
For details of the CF standard, please refer to the following web site.
http://www.compactflash.org
PowerProducer 2,Gold PowerProducer 2,Gold NE
Commercial Product EVERIO Bundled Product
Creatable discs DVD-Video,VCD,SVCD,DVD±VR DVD-Video,VCD,SVCD,DVD±VR
DVD-RAM write- in 䂾䂾
Right-to-Disc 䂾䂾
Playlist Authoring 䂾䂾
Conversion from -VR to Video format 䂾䂾
+VR disc de-fragmentation 䂾䂾
BGM in the Menu 䂾䋭
Motion Menus 䂾䂾
AB Cut (Easy cut editing) 䂾䂾
Disc copying 䂾䂾
EVERIO Specialized Profile 䋭4 Types of Profiles for EVERIO Recording Mode
Product Name
PowerDVD 5,Deluxe PowerDVD 5 PowerDVD 5 NE
Commercial Product Commercial Product EVERIO Bundled Product
Audio decoder channels 8 6 2
Audio output channels 8 6 2
Dolby head phones 䂾䋭䋭
Dolby virtual speakers 䂾䋭䋭
dts® decode 䂾䋭䋭
SRS TruSurround XT™ 䂾䋭䋭
CLMEI 䂾䂾䋭
CLHP 䂾䂾䋭
DivX file playback 䂾䂾䋭
Mod video file playback 䋭䋭䂾
Product Name

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Basically, recording media that comply with this CF+(Type II) standard may be used with EVERIO.
However, performance assurance is given to the CF+(Type II) standard with specified Microdrive name by Hitachi, IBM, and other
makes that are OEM supplied by those two companies.
To compare with currently distributed IBM's CF+ standard 2GB and 4GB models, CF standard 340Mb and 1GB models are slow in
transfer speed. As a result, when recording movies, there may be possibilities of failures in recording or replaying as the Microdrives
cannot follow the speed of EVERIO itself. It is remarkably affected when shooting movies in high-quality mode.
In this case, "This card is not for recording video." is displayed. Even with a Microdrive name, without the CF+ standard, performance
assurance cannot be given.
Currently, there are two companies that supply Microdrive CF+ (Type II) small hard disks besides Hitachi and IBM. Their web sites
are shown below for your reference. (There is no performance assurance for their products.)
GS magicstor Inc.http://www.gs-magicstor.com/ It is a Chinese company.
Seagate Technologyhttp://www.seagate.com/It is an American company.
2.3 3CCD System
There are two types in color CCD system: 1CCD system in which
color images are created with one CCD chip, and 3CCD system
which uses three CCD chips to create color images.
In 3CCD system, an image (optical signal) which has been cap-
tured by the lens is separated into three primary colors: Red,
Green, and Blue by color separation prisms before being con-
verted to picture signals by each CCD. As a result, the color pre-
sentation is considerably improved and high resolution is
achieved. However, 3CCD has only been used in professional
video cameras as the color separation prisms are expensive and
a unit of three CCDs leads to large camera size.
JVC's 3CCD system in professional cameras uses dichroic
prisms as color separation prisms. The incident light is separated
by dichroic prisms into each wavelength of RGB, then the light is
received by separate CCDs. The phase in which the Blue wave-
length enters the CCD through the prism is air-gapped to reflect
in the same even phase as the Red and Green wavelengths.
The merits of 3CCD system include: full utilization of high reso-
lution by using corresponding CCD to each wavelength of RGB,
and high color reproducibility and good image quality owing to
optimum image output from each chip.
On the other hand, the demerits of 3CCD system are (as previ-
ously mentioned): difficulties in controlling air-gap due to the
dichroic prism structure, the large camera size due to the compli-
cated light paths, and the high price due to control and produc-
tion costs.
Fig.2-6-1
Light paths of professional 3CCD dichroic prisms
A new type of prism has been developed to introduce small-sized
and lowered cost optical prisms for consumer products while uti-
lizing the high resolution, high color reproducibility, and good pic-
ture quality of 3CCD.
Fig.2-6-2
3CCD for consumer products
As shown in the Fig. 2-6-2 the Blue wavelength is captured in the
CCD as an odd phase. The production management cost can be
reduced by electrically antiphasing the captured signal without
the need for either optical prisms or air-gap.
In an ordinary 3CCD camera, the CCDs are fixed to the color
separation prisms. This requires enough mechanical strength of
the adhesion layer to keep the CCDs stable against vibrations or
shocks. Preventing registration differences caused by the tem-
perature change is also required. The positioning with high accu-
racy is needed as the CCD registration depends on the affixing
accuracy.
Video cameras from other manufacturers use the system in
which the CCDs are directly affixed to the prisms. JVC adopts the
professional camera's proven system in which a wedge glass is
sandwiched between a CCD and a prism.
The Blue channel and the Red channel of a 3CCD camera are
fixed half a pixel horizontally displaced against the Green chan-
nel CCD. When the pixels are displaced, the resolution seems to
be improved. Casting a color separation prism and a CCD as one
unit enables miniaturization of the prisms and the CCDs.
If there are symptoms such as edge coloring as a result of the
above displacement of Green pixels, defects in optical prism it-
self may occur.
In this case, the optical prism unit must be replaced.
Air gap
RGB
3rd prism
2nd prism
CCD(Red)
CCD(Green)
CCD(Blue)
RGB
3rd prism
2nd prism
CCD(Red)
CCD(Green)
CCD(Blue)
1st prism

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2.3.1 Megapixel Still Picture Recording
In the new technology, 5 Megapixel still picture recording is
achieved with pixel interpolation. It is a technology which makes
the resolution 1.4 times higher, and the CCD pixel numbers 4
times more with pixel shift method: aligning the Green pixel CCD
half a pixel displaced.
Fig.2-6-3
Fig. 2-6-4 shows a basic pixel pattern of 3CCD system. There
are 1.23 effective Megapixel (1.33 total Megapixel) for each CCD
for separate RGB. If a still picture image is captured, the total
pixel numbers are 3.99 Megapixel which is three times 1.33
Megapixel.
Fig.2-6-4
Basic pixel pattern of 3CCD system
When initially mentioned pixel interpolation: a distinctive
technology of 3CCD "pixel shift (half a pixel displacement)" is
adopted, 5 Megapixel still picture recording of 2560x1920 dot is
achieved although the effective pixel for each CCD is 1.23
Megapixel.
Pixel shift is also called pixel displacement, a technology mainly
used with 3CCD. In this technology, only the Green CCD which
is responsible for the luminance signal is physically displaced
slightly in half a pixel.
When the Green (G) is diagonally displaced to the lower right
direction, the RGB can exist in the proportion of 1:1/4:1 instead
of 1:1:1 at the position of 1/4 in the upper left of the Green (e.g.
G1).
Fig.2-6-5
Pixel shift in 3CCD system
When the RGB exists while the size of the Green pixel is 1/4 of
other pixels, the total recording pixels seen from the Green pixel
is 4 times more (2 ×horizontally, 2 ×vertically). Resolution is in-
creased to enable 4.92 Megapixel (1.23 Megapixel ×2 ×2) still
picture recording.
That is why still pictures can be taken in 5Megapixel quality al-
though the CCDs have VGA class pixels.
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᦭ല↹⚛123
1.23 effective
Megapixel
1.33 total
Megapixel
Pixel interpolation
4.92 Megapixel
Pixel Shift
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
910 11 12
13 14 15 16
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
910 11 12
13 14 15 16
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
910 11 12
13 14 15 16
Green
Red
Blue
(1 pixel per 1 cell)
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
910 11 12
13 14 15 16
Green
Red
Blue
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
910 11 12
13 14 15 16
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
910 11 12
13 14 15 16
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2.4 Handling Microdrives
Microdrives are used in GZ-MC100, GZ-MC200 and GZ-MC500. Although the appearance is different, a Microdrive is exactly the
same as a hard disc that is used in a PC. Therefore, unlike handling conventional tapes, caution must be paid in handling Microdrives.
The handling of Microdrives is explained in this section.
2.4.1 Removable Hard Disk
2.4.2 The structure of Microdrives
The detailed inside structure of Microdrives is not disclosed as it is treated as trade secrets. However, it is essential to have knowledge
of the structure of Microdrives in order to carry out service properly. Some information about Microdrives is given here.
A Microdrive is mainly consisted of the following parts.
• A magnetic recording disk that is coated with magnetic ma-
terial. (Disk)
• A reading/ writing head. (Head)
• A motor that turns the disk.
• A circuit board that is loaded with electrical circuit which con-
trols the motor, the head positioning, and input/ output of the
signal.
1 head type Microdrives use one side of the disk, and 2 head type
Microdrives use both sides of the disk with heads on each side
of the disk.The disk and the head do not contact and there is cer-
tain space kept between them. The head reads the pre recorded
servo information to control the head itself. When the head is not
in access to the disk, it is kept in a shelter to avoid damaging the
disk with shocks from outside.
The difference between a 2GB Microdrive and a 4GB Microdrive
is only whether it has one head or two heads and there is no
difference in performance, as shown in the specification list. A
2.5 inch hard disk that is used in a note PC is shown as a
reference. As a 2.5 inch hard disk is bigger than a Microdrive, it
has more disks and heads resulting in more capacity. 6GB type
Microdrive has been lately released. To compare the existing
4GB Microdrive with the newly released 4GB and 6GB
Microdrives, most of the specifications are the same. However,
obviously the data transfer speed and the areal density have
been improved. On the contrary, it seems impossible to increase
the disks for a Microdrive because of size restriction. High
capacity will be achieved by improving the areal density, transfer
speed and rotation speed of the future products.
Do the slide and take out a small hard disk to the case. Do not take it out setting up
a small hard disk from the case.
< good example > < bad example >

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2.4.3 Precautions on handling Microdrives
Main causes of failures in hard disks including Microdrives are
listed as follows.
(1) Failures caused by shocks
(2) Failures caused by static electricity
(3) Failures caused by power cut during the operation
2.4.3.1 Failures caused by shock
One of the causes of the Microdrive failures is a crash between
the disk and the head caused by falls or shocks. The results of
the crash are listed as follows.
• The scratch on the surface of the disk (crash scar) disables
reading/ writing of the damaged part.
• The magnetic material that came off by the crash (disk frag-
ment) causes head reading failure.
• The head distortion deteriorates the read/ write attribute.
• The change in the space between the head and the disk dis-
ables the normal read/ write.
Stronger shocks result in the motor axis distortion, causing axial
runout and deterioration in performance such as disabling the
trace of normally recorded signal.
Pay extra caution not to drop or give shocks to the Microdrive
while servicing, and make sure to store the Microdrive in a pro-
vided plastic case.
NOTE:
The shock of 200G(G:Gravity), a maximum impact value in
operation, is equivalent of the impact of dropping from 20-
30cm above the hard floor. The shock of 2000G, a maximum
impact value in non-operation, is equivalent of the impact of
dropping from 75 - 100cm above the hard floor.
2.4.3.2 Failures caused by static electricity
Microdrives are designed to tolerate static electricity up to 15kV
approx. However, head destruction or boot failure will occur as a
result of high static electricity given to the magnetic head of a Mi-
crodrive that is very vulnerable to static electricity.
As same as handling other electronic parts, make sure not to
take charge of static electricity before touching a Microdrive for
checking or repairing. In addition, make sure to store the Micro-
drive in a provided plastic case when it is not in use.
The voltage of 15kV has enough power to break Microdrives de-
stroying heads etc. Errors in Microdrives may occur with lower
voltage. Asking the customers about the recording condition:
whether it was inside the car in winter, right after getting off the
car or in the carpeted area of a hotel etc., is recommended to in-
vestigate failures with poor reproducibility.
2.4.3.3 Failures caused by power cut during the operation
When the power is cut off while writing the data on the Micro-
drive, writing failure occurs in the writing sector (512 byte). As a
result, an error will occur while reading the data.
The effects on the system, given by the bad writing sector, de-
pend on the types of the written files on the sector.
If it is user data, the recorded movie may not be replayed.
To prevent failure in writing, do not insert/ remove the Microdrive
or cut off the power unless otherwise indicated or needed.
2.4.4 Microdrive backup
Unlike the information on tapes, customers' information on Micro-
drives can become unreadable in an instant.
Taking into account the personal information management, do not
perform Microdrive backup basically. If backup is needed during
the procedure, refer to the followings to carry out the backup.
hard disk
2GB 4GB 80GB
Model name Microdrive 3K4-2 Microdrive 3K4-4 Travelstar 4K80-80
Model number HMS360402D5CF00 HMS360404D5CF00 HTS428080F9AT00
Capacity 2 GB 4 GB 80 GB
Interface
CompactFlash Type Τ CompactFlash Type ΤATA ATA-6
Form factor 1inch 1inch 2.5inch
System type Consumer electronics Consumer electronics Laptop
Cache buffer 128 KB 128 KB 8 MB
Disks / Heads 1/1 1/2 2/4
Rotational speed (RPM) 3,600 (RPM) 3,600 (RPM) 4,200 (RPM)
Media transfer rate 97.9 Mb/sec max 97.9 Mb/sec max 351 Mb/sec max
Interface transfer rate 33 MB/sec max 33 MB/sec max 100 MB/sec max
Average seek (ms) 12 (ms) 12 (ms) 13 (ms)
Average latency (ms) 8.33 (ms) 8.33 (ms) 7.1 (ms)
Areal density 56.5 Gb/sq. inch 56.5 Gb/sq. inch 68.5 Gb/sq. inch
Typical idle acoustic (Bels) 㧙㧙2.4B
Operating shock (G) 200 G (2ms) 200 G (2ms) 250 (2ms)
Non-operating shock (G) 2000 G (1ms) 2000 G (1ms) 800 (1ms)
Operating ambient temperature ()0㨪70 ()0㨪70 ()5㨪55 ()
Non-operating ambient temperature () -40 㨪70 () -40 㨪70 () -40 㨪70 ()
Microdrive
4GB(Old goods) 4GB(New case goods) 6GB
Model name Microdrive 3K4-4 Microdrive 3K6-4 Microdrive 3K6-4
Model number HMS360404D5CF00 HMS360604D5CF00 HMS360606D5CF00
Capacity 4 GB 4 GB 6 GB
Interface
CompactFlash Type Τ CompactFlash Type Τ CompactFlash Type
Form factor 1inch 1inch 1inch
System type Consumer electronics Consumer electronics
Consumer electronics
Cache buffer 128 KB 128 KB 128 KB
Disks / Heads 1/1 1/2 1/2
Rotational speed (RPM) 3,600 (RPM) 3,600 (RPM) 3,600 (RPM)
Media transfer rate 97.9 Mb/sec max 125 Mb/sec max 125 Mb/sec max
Interface transfer rate 33 MB/sec max 33 MB/sec max 33 MB/sec max
Average seek (ms) 12 (ms) 12 (ms) 12 (ms)
Average latency (ms) 8.33 (ms) 8.33 (ms) 8.33 (ms)
Areal density 56.5 Gb/sq. inch 78 Gb/sq. inch 78 Gb/sq. inch
Typical idle acoustic (Bels) 㧙㧙㧙
Operating shock (G) 200 G (2ms) 200 G (2ms) 200 G (2ms)
Non-operating shock (G) 2000 G (1ms) 2000 G (1ms) 2000 G (1ms)
Operating ambient temperature ()0㨪70 ()0㨪70 ()0㨪70 ()
Non-operating ambient temperature () -40 㨪70 () -40 㨪70 () -40 㨪70 ()
Microdrive
Head
㧔0.03um㧕
Head floating height
Disk
Disk
Disk fragment
Head
Crash scar
Microdrive
2.5 inch HDD
3.5 inch HDD
200
2500
2000
1500
1000
500
0
200
55
2000
Operation Non-operation
1000
300
Impact value (G)
(G):Gravity
50 100 150 200 250 300 350
Disk࡮
shift
Read
error
Operation
Operation/ Non-operation
Shocks(G)
Read error
Normal
1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600
Shocks(G)
Performance
deterioration
Normal
Model:HMS360404D5CF00SERIES
Shock
Shock
Crash
between
the head
and the
disk
Crash scar
on the disk
Disk
fragment
Excessive
power is
generated
in the
mechanism
Performance
deterioration
(G):Gravity

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The above data shows: the elapsed time of copying the recorded
information on a Microdrive to a PC and the elapsed time of for-
matting the Microdrive with the PC.
From the results of the measurement, it is clear that the data
transfer with a commercial USB2.0 Reader/ Writer is about twice
as quick as transfer with a PCMCIA card.
Using USB2.0 Reader/ Writer is recommended when frequent
data backup or data re-writing on the Microdrive is required.
Backup should be performed all the recorded files on the Micro-
drive.Formatting must be done with the main unit that operates
normally.If a Microdrive that is more than 2 GB is formatted with
the main unit, it is formatted as FAT (FAT16), and a drive that is
more than 2GB is formatted FAT32.
Please refer to 2.4 Format for formatting.
2.4.5 Checking the main unit/ Microdrive good or bad
In order to repair or check MC100, 200, 500, judging the cause of
the failures, whether it is the main unit or the Microdrive, is essential.
The product failures that are brought into repair/ check fall into
the following categories.
(1) Microdrive failures caused by the users handling such as
fall, shocks, and submergence.
(2) Main unit operation failures caused by the Microdrive failures.
(3) Microdrive operation failures caused by the main unit failures.
NOTE:
Unlike DVC tapes, the Microdrives of MC100, 200, 500 are
recognized as parts of the main unit. It is essential that the
main unit and the Microdrive are brought in as a pair for service.
Basically, do not accept the main unit alone for repair or check.
2.4.5.1 Separations of the parts failures
The procedure to identify the causes of the failures whether it is
in the main unit or in the Microdrive is explained in this section.
2.4.5.2 Microdrive failures caused by user handling
As previously explained, Microdrive failures may possibly be
caused by falls or shocks. Further more, dropping Microdrives in
the water causes crucial failures to Microdrives.
Supplied Microdrives (not all the commercial Microdrives) have
the same type of Water Exposure Seal that are used in cellular
phones. Before checking the failures, check whether there is a
Water Exposure Seal display appeared.
In addition, check whether there are any significant scratches,
bends, or dents that shows the sign of falls or shocks.
Other check items are as follows.
(1) Check whether there are any letters written with a pencil or
a pen on the label of the Microdrive. The pen pressure
gives distortion on the Microdrive, resulting in an operation
failure. It is noted in the Instruction Book.
(2) Check whether there are any stickers affixed on the Micro-
drive. The space between the Microdrive and the housing
is very little. Affixing unnecessary stickers may lead load-
ing the Microdrive in a wrong position, resulting in contact
failure or remove disk failure. There is a hole on the reverse
side of the Microdrive for ventilation through special filter.
Sealing the holes gives effect on the operation.
(3) Check whether the Microdrive label is peeled or turned. If
there are peel or turn in the label, the loading failure may
occur. Peels or turns will not occur under normal condi-
tions, thus storage or usage under hot and humid condi-
tion, near organic solvent, or exposure to the direct sunlight
are considered.
2.4.5.3
Main unit operation failures caused by the main unit/
Microdrive failures.
2.4.5.2 There is a possibility of a Microdrive being damaged even
though there is no notable failure in appearance.
Main unit failures also result in abnormal operation in a Micro-
drive.
Identifying the causes of the failures in the main unit is explained
in this section.
In the diagram, MD stands for a Microdrive, CG for a compact
flash card, and SD for a SD card.
Recording detail Microdrive 1 Microdrive 㧞
(Recording Capacity)
N2B12JRA N2HNY1VA
FAT32 12m31s 12m36s
Normal format 00m37s 00m40s
FAT32 00m18s 00m19s
Quick format
00m10s 00m09s
16m16s 15m46s
07m25s 07m57s
29m30s 29m47s
14m08s 14m49s
41m23s 42m48s
22m47s 23m23s
56m15s 56m34s
30m02s 29m53s
via PCMCIA card
via USB2.0 reade
transmitted by PCMCIA card
transmitted by USB2.0 reader
transmitted by USB2.0 reader
transmitted by PCMCIA card
transmitted by USB2.0 reader
transmitted by PCMCIA card
transmitted by USB2.0 reader
transmitted by PCMCIA card
via PCMCIA card
via USB2.0 reade
Detection detail
15m(1GB)
30m(2GB)
45m(3GB)
60m(4GB)
File Transfer Time Measurement
Troubles?
Start
Troubles?
YES
Go to 2.4.5.2
Go to 2.4.5.3
Go to 2.4.5.3
With an emergency record?
NO
YES
NO
Troubles?
YES
Go to 2.4.5.4
NO
NO
YES
Check the Water Exposure Seal
Check the appearance
Perform a general operation check
using a MD other than the user drive.
Perform a general operation check
such as record/ replay.
Check the Water Exposure Seal,
significant scratches on the
exterior, bends, and dents.
Check whether it is a Microdrive failure
or a main unit failure by using the user's
Microdrive. Be careful to avoid
unexpected accidents.
Operate a general operation check
using the user Microdrive.
Check whether there is an emergency
record in the main unit, and check the
details of the record.
Check whether there is an emergency
record in the main unit, and check the
details of the record.
Normal condition
Water Exposure Seal
display is appeared
(changes from white to red)
Displays of Water Exposure Seal
1mm
4mm
6mm
1.5mm 1.5mm
2mm
Location of a Water
Exposure Seal (inside)
Reverse side of the Microdrive
When it is submerged, the white
Water Exposure Seal turns to red.
As the center part of the seal turns
to pink, the color seen from the
hole is pink. The 1mm hole
diameter prevents the seal from
getting affected by wet hands
under normal conditions. It is not
affected by the humidity of normal
storage or operational conditions.
Air is taken into inside
the Microdrive from this
hole through special
filter for ventilation. DO
NOT SEAL THIS HOLE
is displayed.

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2.4.5.4 Operation failures caused by main unit failures
2.4.5.3 Judging from the separation of the main unit and MD, the
operation failure is more likely to be caused by the main unit fail-
ure. However, the main unit failure has not been determined yet,
as there is a possibility of the user MD failure causing the main
unit damage. The following procedure shows how to determine
the main unit failure.
2.4.5.5 Disabled read/ write with other devices
When read/ write cannot be done with the main unit, the main
unit failure is considered in most cases. Recognition failure
caused by the main unit writing bad data can be considered.
The causes of read/ write failures are as listed below.
(1) Damaged mechanism parts or electric parts inside the MD.
(Hardware failure)
(2) Damaged information in the MD. (Software failure)
In the case (1), it seems very difficult to recover, but there is a
possibility of recovery in the case (2) by using commercial software.
The following procedure shows how to figure out whether the
damage is in the hardware or in the software, and whether it is
recoverable or not.
2.4.5.5.1 Microdrive hardware failure
Although no failure was found in the MD appearance at the time
of the separation of 2.4.5.1, actually there is considerable dam-
age disabling the operation. In this case, "Shipping Damage"
(damage caused by the transportation) is displayed as a result of
HiTest diagnosis. Surely, a possibility of the products damaged
on route from the production plants to the shops and then to the
consumers cannot be denied.
However, MDs are stored in protection cases or in main units and
the transportation shock that damages only the MDs is unrealis-
tic. A failure cause by the user handling is more likely considered.
Recovery method
Asking a data recovery company (a data salvage company)
seems the only way.
Even if the MD is not recognized a drive, a transmission may be
possible with the MD (light hardware failure). In this case, system
recovery software such as Norton Utilities in Norton System-
Works 2005 (NOTE1 ) may help drive recognition.
Once the drive recognition is recovered, the record may be re-
covered by the method mentioned in 2.4.5.5.2 Microdrive soft-
ware failure. However, if it is a hardware failure, banning the use
of the MD is strongly recommended.
2.4.5.5.2 Microdrive software failure
Most of the software failures are caused by the unrecognizable
MD after user's editing works such as formatting and adding/ de-
leting files or maintenance works such as defragmentation and
check disk done with a device other than the main unit.
Basically, do not recover user data. If recovery is needed in
certain cases, recovery can be done by using recovery software,
which can recover MPEG2 data, such as Final Data 3.0
Premium. It enables the drive recognition and the data reading.
Once the data is recovered, follow the below procedure.
Go to 2.4.5.5
Go to 2.4.5.4
2.4.5.3
Check the emergency
record of the main unit
Troubles?
YES
Any record?
MD Diagnosis
Perform the HitTEST
Perform the HitTEST again
Can the recorde
data be recognized with
other devices? NO
Perform the DDD Clean DiskFormat the MD with the main unit
Perform the DDD Clean Disk
Format the MD with the main unit
YES
Troubles?
YES
MD failure
NO
NO
Perform a detailed operation
check by using the user MD
Troubles?
NO
YES
NO
End
Main unit failure
Check the files recorded with the PC by connecting the MD to the USB adaptor.
YES
Perform an operation check on
all items including MD and SD
Either the bad data file or the
damaged MD causes the disabled
read/ write is not yet determined
at this point.
The failure is resolved by
performing the formatting
and the Clean Disk.
Although main unit failure is generally
speculated, the cause of the failure is
not determined whether the main unit/
MD at this point
2.4.5.4
Check the MD socket
of the main unit.
Troubles in both
SD and CF?
NO
YES
Troubles?
Main unit
diagnosis
An operation check
with other MD
NO
Troubles
only in CF?
NO
Troubles?
YES
End
Main unit failure
Perform an operation check with CF and SD.
Use SD with theoretical value of 10MB/s or more.
Use CF with 40x high speed or more.
For details, refer to 5.
The Combinations of media and the main unit
Carry out the servic
YES
An operation check
with CF and SD
YES
Main unit failure
NO
Main unit failure
Check bend or break
in the socket pin(s).
The user MD/ FC may bend the
main unit socket pin(s). Using
defective MD/ FC results in
repeated failures, as they bend the
main unit connector every time
they are used. User MD/ CF should
be checked when abnormal main
unit socket is found.
Ask how many MDs/ CFs the user
has, then check all user MDs/ CFs.
Check the connector part of
the main unit housing and
user MD/ CF
2.4.5.5
Troubles?
NO
Recoverability
diagnosis
An operation check
with other MD
Main unit failure
Perform
the HitTEST
Troubles?
YES
MD Hardware failure
NO
YES
MD software failure
A failure caused by the user handling
is considered, and no more recovery
is expected.
Please explain the user that it is a
MD failure.
The main unit operation failure may be
caused by an unrecognizable MD after
user's editing works such as formatting
and adding/ deleting files or
maintenance works such as
defragmentation and check disk done
with a device other than the main unit.

(No.YF100)1-13
NOTE1:
Norton SystemWorks 2005 (Latest version on 2005/ 7)
It is Symantec's data recovery software.
For system requirements and other details, please check their
web site.http://www.symantec.com/region/jp/products/
NOTE2:
Final Data 3.0 Premium Office (Latest version on 2005/7)
It is AOS Technologies' data recovery software.
Although there are some kinds of recovery software as FINAL-
DATA series from this company, this is the cheapest one that
can recover MPEG2.
For system requirements and other details, please check their
web site.http://www.finaldata.ne.jp/
2.4.6 Microdrives with operation guarantee
Microdrives are sold in 3 different ways.
(1) Microdrives sold individually as retail products
(2) Microdrives used as provided products with other equip-
ments
(3) Microdrives used as built-in products of other equipments
Among the above three, only 1 and 2 are operation guaranteed
by EVERIO, but 3 is exempt from the guarantee.
The products of each sales type are explained as follows.
(1) Microdrives sold individually as retail products.
There are 2 types of individually retailed Microdrives: sold by
Hitachi and sold by other companies with OEM supplied by Hi-
tachi.
Even among the OEM products, they are sold in different prod-
uct types. If the supply quantity is small, only the packaging is
changed and the Microdrives themselves are sold with Hitachi
logo. While the logo and the label design are changed to show
the OEM distributor's name when the supply quantity is large.
The Microdrives with Hitachi labels are affixed with blue labels.
Although the colors of the OEM logo labels vary, all these la-
bels have displays of MicrodriveR on the obverse sides and
displays of CF+TMType II on the reverse sides.
There are Microdrives with either "Victor" or "JVC" logo labels
for our company.
• For individual sales in Japan CU-MD04J (With "Victor" logo)
These Microdrives are designed for the use with EVERIO. It
is to promote the use of EVERIO by providing Microdrives,
which are not widely available, as Victor brand merchandise.
The purpose is to support the sales of EVERIO.
In the Metropolitan area and in large city areas, it is relatively
easy to obtain Microdrives, but it is difficult to obtain Micro-
drives in remote areas. That is the reason for the individual
sales of Microdrives.
• For individual sales in overseas CU-MD04U(With "JVC"
logo)The main purpose of the sales is the same as that of
CU-MD04J. The additional purpose of the sales of CU-
MD04U is to sell Microdrives as campaign promotion prod-
ucts for the release, at a low price with the coupons that
come with EVERIO.
(2)
Microdrives used as provided products with other equipments
This is a red labeled Microdrive which is provided with EVER-
IO.These Microdrives are produced and used as provided
products for the equipments that use Microdrives.
Besides being provided with the supporting products, they are
used as replacement for the provided Microdrives with opera-
tion failure, and used for operation check at the service sites.
Therefore, please let customers buy "1. Microdrives sold indi-
vidually as retail products" if customers wish to buy ones for
the replacement of their lost Microdrives or for additional Mi-
crodrives to the provided ones. The sales of "2. Microdrives
used as provided products with other equipments" is prohibit-
ed.
Initially, the provided Microdrives were used only with EVER-
IO. Yet recently, the equipments that use Microdrives have in-
creased and Microdrives with red labels are use by other
companies as well.
The function and performance are as same as the Microdrives
with blue labels.
On the labels of these Microdrives, "MicrodriveR" is displayed
on the obverse sides and "CF+TMType ll" is displayed on the
reverse sides.
Performing formatting
and Clean Disk resolve
the failure
2.4.5.5.2
Is the data
recognized
NO
Countermeasure for
the software failure
Start the data
recovery software
Recommend a data
recovery company
Backup the user MD record
YES
Further recovery is not expected.
Please explain the user that it is
a MD failure.
Format the MD with the main unit
Perform the DDD Clean Disk
Perform the HitTEST
Troubles? YES MD failure
NO
Return the user backup data
Perform a detailed operation
check by using the user MD
Troubles?
YES
NO
End
Main unit failure
Explain the user that the possible cause
of the failure may be the users PC works.
Check again whether the user did a
prohibited or not guaranteed operation
by the Instruction Book.
Perform an operation check on
all items including MD and SD.
Display of
CF+™TypeΤ
P/N is 08K2532(In 4GB models)
Display of
Microdrive®
Label is blue
Individually retailed Microdrive
㧔Obverse side㧕
Individually retailed Microdrive
㧔Reverse side㧕
<CU-MD04J>
Display of
CF+™TypeΤ
P/N is 0A40183
<CU-MD04U> Display of
Microdrive®
Individually retailed Microdrive
for Victor/ JVC (Obverse sides)
Individually retailed Microdrive
for Victor/ JVC (Reverse sides)

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There is another type of Microdrive with red label.
These Microdrives have been shipped since April, 2005 and
they will be replacing the Microdrives (P/N: 13G1764) in the
previous page.
When 6GB Microdrive was developed, the data transfer speed
and the areal density were improved. The improvement was
also applied to 4 GB Microdrive.
For the convenience sake, define the Microdrive with P/N:
13G1764 as an old type and the Microdrive with P/N: 0A40243
as a new type.
These Microdrives correspond to the RoHS Directives which is
European law.To distinguish new and old types, look for the P/
N difference and with or without the RoHS indication.The new
and the old Microdrives are compatible although their inner
parts are different.
Remarks
"RoHS" is an abbreviation of "Restriction of the Use of Cer-
tain Hazardous Substances". The "RoHS Directives" is the
law of the regulation concerning the use of hazardous sub-
stances. The "RoHS Directives" bans the use of six sub-
stances: lead, hexavalent chromium, mercury, cadmium,
and the two of the polybrominated flame retardants, among
hazardous substances used in electrical and electronic
equipments from July 2006 in fifteen countries in European
Union (EU).
There are no equivalent regulations in Japan or in the U.S.A.
However, for the efficiency of the business activity, leading
global manufacturers tend to standardize designs and spec-
ifications following "RoHS Directives". These global manu-
facturers are speeding up in controlling the chemical
substances and developing the substitute substances. Prior
to the law enforcement in July 2006, Matsushita group in-
cluding VICTOR/ JVC introduced the RoHS corresponding
parts for the shipment from April 2005, and the service parts
will be replaced gradually.
(3)
Microdrives used as built-in products of other equipments
This is a Microdrive with a white label. These Microdrives are
built internally in equipments such as PCs, PDAs, or MP3 play-
ers. Normally, these Microdrives cannot be removed from
those equipments.
Unlike the above mentioned Microdrives with blue labels, with
labels for OEM, or with red labels, these Microdrives are cus-
tomized exclusively for the housing equipments.
Therefore, it is obvious that these built-in Microdrives cannot
be operation guaranteed as they do not have compatibility with
other equipments. They might damage the connected equip-
ments at the worst.
In the past, it was introduced through internet that high capac-
ity drives could be obtained at a low price by using built-in Mi-
crodrives of MP3 players. Many built-in Microdrives were
removed to be used, but the use of this kind is restricted in the
current Microdrives by adopting certain countermeasures.
The restriction details are as follows. Built- in Microdrives are
not produced as True IDE compliant. As a result, they are not
recognized as IDE external equipments and they cannot be
used with the PCs even if they are connected to the PCs via
PCMCIA adapters.
Therefore the built-in Microdrives, except the ones that had
been produced before the countermeasure was taken, do not
operate with EVERIO.
The criteria for Microdrives with operation guarantee by
EVERIO are as follows.
(1) Microdrives with display of"Microdrive(R)”
(2) Microdrives with display of “CF+TMType ll”
(3) Microdrives with less than 6GB (As of July, 2005)
2.4.7 Combinations of media and a main unit
2.4.7.1 Types of media
This unit has 2 types of slots, one for a Microdrive/ Compact
Flash card, and the other for a SD card.
From the menu, movies/ pictures/ audio can be selected for a
medium in either one of the slots.
As movies, pictures, and audio can separately select the slots,
using one slot for all recording mode is possible. However, as
movies require large capacity and high transmission speed, the
available recording mode (image quality) is limited.
Display of
CF+™TypeΤ
P/N is 13G1764
Display of
Microdrive®
The label is red
Provided Microdrive
(Obverse side)
Provided Microdrive
(Reverse side)
P/N is 0A40243
The surface is exactly
the same as the old type
New type provided
Microdrive (Front)
New type provided
Microdrive (Back)
Indication
of RoHS
Without the display of CF+™TypeΤ
Display of Microdrive®
P/N is 13G1766
The label is white
SD
Movies
Pictures
Audio
MD/CF
Factory setting
SD
Recording mode

(No.YF100)1-15
(Refer to 5.2.3 Image quality and support media.)
Recording movies in Microdrive setting is recommended.
2.4.7.2 Movies
Folder names and file names of moving images are created within
EVERIO, compliant to the SD-VIDEO standard 1.1(NOTE).
NOTE:
SD-Video standard
SD-Video standard is a standard for SD Memory Card format
of recording moving images established by SD Card
Association.It is used when recording moving images on SD
Memory Cards with mobile devices such as digital video
cameras.
As it is a new standard, the files cannot be easily applied to
PCs as they are. However, the files can be converted in high-
speed to DVD video by just rewriting the file header
information without re-encoding. DOLBY DIGITAL AC3 is
adopted for easy conversion of the audio into DVD.
For details, please refer to http://www.sdcard.com/.
Remarks
(1) Recording will stop around 3.8GB when shooting
continuous video with a medium more than 2GB.
(2) Normal recording may not be done depending on the
image quality setting when using a slow writing medium.
Movies are recorded SD-VIDEO1.1 standard, (images) MPEG-
2-PS (with RDI),(audio) Dolby Digital AC-3, NTSC 60 frame/ PAL
50 frame,aspect 4:3 or aspect 16:9
Movie recording is explained as follows.
2.4.7.2.1 Recording rate
2.4.7.2.2 Recording time (approximately minutes)
2.4.7.3 Pictures
Folder names and file names of still images are created within
EVERIO, compliant to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File
system) version 2.0 (NOTE1).
NOTE1:
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) version 2.0
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) version 2.0 is a
standard for digital still camera image formats established by
Japan Electronic Industry Development Association (JEIDA).
It specifies the folder structures and the memory recording
forms based on the Exif-JPEG, and it guarantees compatibility
among different models.
Still images can be exchanged among digital cameras that are
DCF compliant, regardless of the makes and the models.
Printing is possible just by connecting a recording medium to
a supporting printer without using a PC.
In addition, the information such as the recording model, the
recording date, and the thumbnail is stored in the DCF format
image files.
Currently, most digital cameras in Japan support this standard,
and the standard is suggested to ISO for international stan-
dardization.
Remarks
(1) Even if file migrations, file deletions, or new folder
creations are carried out in mid-course, the recording will
continue in sequential numbers up to the maximum
number (9999).
(2) The recorded maximum number is recorded inside the
EEPROM in EVERIO.
(3) If there is a file name that is more than the maximum file
number recorded in the EEPROM within the inserted
media (CF, Microdrive, or SD Card), recording will start
from the number that is one added to the recorded
maximum file number in the media. The following file
numbers will be given from this number from then on.
(4) Even if a recording medium is changed (e.g. from a
Microdrive to a SD Card), or changed within the same
MGR_DATA
MGR_INFO
EXTMOV
SD_VIDEO
PRG001
PRG_MGR
PLIST_MGR
PRG002
PRG001.PGI
SD-VIDEO FOLDER
SD-VIDEO FOLDER
t is a folder where moving
image files are stored.
MANAGEMENT INFOMATION FOLDER
MANAGEMENT INFOMATION FOLDER
It is a folder where the whole media
management information is stored.
MANAGEMENT DATA FILE
MANAGEMENT DATA FILE
EXTERNAL MOVIE FOLDER
EX TERN AL MOV IE FOL DER
MOV002.MOI
MOV001.MOI
MOV002.MOD
MOV001.MOD
MOVFFF.MOD MOVFFF.MOI
٨
٨
٨
٨
٨
٨
PRGFFF
PROGRAM FOLDER
PROGRAM FOLDER
PROGRAM INFOMATION FILE
PROGRAM INFOMATION FILE
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT FILE
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT FILE
The management data of the moving images are
recorded in the PRG_MGR file(s) without extension.
PLAYLIST MANAGEMENT FILE
PLAYLIST MANAGEMENT FILE
MEDIA OBJECT DATA FILE
MEDIA OBJECT DATA FILE
MEDIA INFORMATION FILE
MEDIA INFORMATION FILE
MOV_****.MPG
EXTERNAL MOVIE FOLDER DATA FILE
EXTERNAL MOVIE FOLDER DATA FILE
It is a folder where the moving image
files and the management
information of them are stored.
Sequential folder names are created
from 001 to FFF in hexadecimal
numbers before the PRG letters.
It is a folder used to playback the moving image files with
EVERIO. The playback objects are other than those that are
recorded with EVERIO. (The moving image file data edited
with the provided application.)
The management data of the media are recorded
in the MGR_DATA file(s) without extension.
The managing data of the PLAYLIST are
recorded in the PLIST_MGR file(s) without
extension. The files are created only when the
PLAYLIST is created.
The file(s) with the same file name(s) as the
PROGRAM FOLDER; with the extension PGI
added.The managing data of the moving image
such as recording date and time are recorded in
these files.
The file(s) of the moving image data with
sequential file name(s) created from 001 to FFF
in hexadecimal numbers before the MOV letters. They are accompanying file(s) with the MEDIA OBJECT DATA
FILE.They have the same file name as the MEDIA OBJECT
DATA FILE; with the extension MOI added.
The information that is used in fast- forward, rewind, and slow
frame by frame advance is recorded
The name(s) of the file(s) edited with the provided application are 4 digit
numbers after MOV_, and the extension MPG.
The following moving image files cannot be played back with EVERIO.
1.Files with incorrect file names.
2.Files in formats other than MPEG2.
3.Files that are created with applications other than the provided one.
4.Files which use moving image files taken with other than EVERIO.
Economy
㧔325240㧕
Image quality
(Sensitivity comparison)
Ultra fine
㧔720480㧕
Fine
㧔720480㧕
Normal
㧔720480㧕
Image quality mode
㧔Image size㧕
Equivalent
to DVC
Equivalent
to DVD cam
Equivalent
to VHS
Equivalent
to video CD
Bit
rate
8.5Mbps
5.5Mbps
4.2Mbps
1.5Mbps
CBR/
VBR
CBR
VBR
CBR
VBR
Image Audio
Sampling
frequency
48 kHz
Bit
rate
384kbps
CBR/
VBR
CBR
VBR
CBR
VBR
48 kHz
48 kHz
48 kHz
384kbps
256kbps
128kbps
RDI
32.768kbps
32.768kbps
32.768kbps
32.768kbps
Total bit rate
8.92 Mbps
5.92 Mbps
4.49 Mbps
1.66 Mbps
Economy
㧔352240㧕
Ultra fine
㧔720480㧕
Fine
㧔720480㧕
Normal
㧔720480㧕
SD㧛CFޓ128MB 2 minutes
SD㧛CFޓ512MB
MDޓ2GB 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes 150 minutes
MDޓ4GB 60 minutes 90 minutes 120 minutes 300 minutes
3 minutes 4 minutes 10 minutes
SD㧛CFޓ256MB 4 minutes 6 minutes 7 minutes 21 minutes
8 minutes 12 minutes 15 minutes 43 minutes
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AUTPRINT.MRK
PIC_0001.JPG
100JVCSO
MISC
DCIM
101JVCSO
PIC_0002.JPG
٨
٨
٨
PIC_9999.JPG
999JVCSO
PIC_0001.JPG
PIC_0002.JPG
٨
٨
٨
PIC_9999.JPG
IMAGE MAIN FOLDER
IMAGE MAIN FOLDER
IMAGE SUB FOLDER
IMAGE SUB FOLDER
DATA FILE (PICTURE)
DATA FILE (PICTURE)
DPOF FOLDER
DPOF FOLDER
It is a folder where managing files of the DPOF are stored.
DPOF SET FILE (TEXT)
DPOF SET FILE (TEXT)
٨
٨
٨
Sequential folder names from 100 to
999 before the JVCSO letters are
created.
Sequential folder names from 0001
to 9999 after the PIC_ letters are
created.
Over 9999, one number is moved up
in the IMAGE SUB FOLDER, and
recorded in a new folder from 0001.
(e.g.)100JVCSOψ101JVCSO
When the DPOF setting is
configured, one AUTPRINT.MRK
file is created in the MISC folder.
The contents of the file are text
data which include the print quality
and the print numbers.
It is a folder where still image files
are stored

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media but to a different card (e.g. from one Microdrive to
another Microdrive), the maximum file number recorded
in EVERIO is one. The recording will be continued from
that number in sequential numbers.
e.g. If a SD Card is changed to another SD Card after
shooting from 0001 to 0100, the recording will be started
on the newly inserted SD Card in sequential numbers
from 0101.
Pictures are recorded as JPEG compression picture Exif2..2,
DCF2.0, PictBridge, DPOF standard conformity. There is no re-
striction of picture recording media or spec, but equivalent trans-
mission speed as for movies is required for rapid shooting.
Picture recording is explained as follows.
2.4.7.3.1 Image size and recording numbers
The value varies slightly according on each medium, Microdrive,
Compact flash card, and SD card. In addition, these values are
theoretical values, and it does not guarantee the recording num-
bers.
2.4.7.4 Audio (Voice memo)
Folder names and file names of audio files are created as
follows.
Remarks
(1) It does not playback the objects other than the VOICE
SUB FOLDER format (JVCMC folder names after 3 digit
numbers).
(2) It does not playback the objects other than the DATA
FILE(numbers from 0001 to 9000 after the MCBA letters
+ WAV extension data).It does not playback WAV files
with long file names created by PCs etc.
(3) It checks the ID information in the files. Once the files are
determined as re-playable WAV files, they are registered
in playback list in orders.
(4) When a medium with multi partition is inserted, it
displays and operates the primary partition only.
(5) When the files are renamed 9000 or over with the PC, or
another file is inserted, they become the object of
playback.
RDI
RDI stands for Real-time Data Information Pack (RDI_PCK).
Similar information as Navigation Pack in the DVD-Video
standard is written in RDI.The information to realize the
playback function such as parental level selection, angle
selection, and story selection is recorded. It is added to
simplify the creation of the navigation pack when high-speed
dubbing to DVD-Videos is carried out in corresponding
recorders etc. in future. It is not necessary at the moment.GOP
cycle and picture numbers are as same as common DVD etc.
They are fixed in all moving image mode as shown below.
NTSC :M=3, N=15
PAL :M=3, N=12
Audio is recorded linear PCM digital recording system (WAV),
stereo.There is no restriction of audio recording media or spec.
Audio recording is explained as follows.
2.4.7.4.1 Recording mode and sampling frequency
2.4.7.4.2 Recording time
The value varies slightly according to each medium, Microdrive,
Compact flash card, and SD card. In addition, these values are
theoretical values, and it does not guarantee the recording time.
2.4.8 HiTest
2.4.8.1 Introduction
CF II compliant 1-inch small hard disk (Microdrive) is used as a
recording medium of this model. For operation check and main-
tenance of the Microdrive, drive diagnostic test software HiTest
is used with a license agreement from Hitachi Global Storage
Technologies (HGST) which supplies Microdrives to JVC.
Although the Drive Diagnostics & Disposition software (DDD
Software) had been used for operation check of the Microdrives,
HGST finished developing the DDD Software. As a result, DDD
can not be used with upcoming Microdrives and new OS for PCs.
The DDD Software which had writing test and required backup
procedures before carrying out the DDD test to protect the re-
corded contents of the users.
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2210
5200
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865
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145
245
290
490
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7756
9999
3412
9999
2188
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5VCPFCTF
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99996826
9999
4376
9999
2797
9142
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5VCPFCTF
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9999
9999
9999
8752
9999
5595
9999
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512MB
3878
9999
1706
5565
1094
3555
699
2285
1398
9999
9999
(Approx. numbers)
MCBA0001.WAV
MCBA0002.WAV
MCBA9000.WAV
MCBA0001.WAV
MCBA0002.WAV
MCBA9000.WAV
100JVCMC
DCVC
101JVCMC
VOICE MAIN FOLDER
VOICE MAIN FOLDER
It is a folder where audio files
are stored.
٨
٨
٨
999JVCMC ٨
٨
٨
DATA FILE (VOICE)
DATA FILE (VOICE)
It is a folder where whole media
information is stored.
Sequential folder names from 100 to 999
before the JVCMC letters are created.
VOICE SUB FOLDER
VOICE SUB FOLDER
Sequential file names from 0001 to
9000 after the MCBA letters are
created.
Over 9000, one number is moved up in
the VOICE SUB FOLDER, and
recorded in a new folder from 0001.
(e.g.)100JVCMCޓψޓ101JVCMC
Sampling
Fine
Standard
Economy
Recording mode
48 KHz
Recording
bit rate
16 bit
Audio mode
Stereo
16 KHz
8 KHz
16 bit
16 bit
Stereo
Stereo
Frequency Data
1.536 Mbps
512 Kbps
256 Kbps
Data capacity
per minute
11.52 MB
3.84 MB
1.92 MB
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(No.YF100)1-17
There is an issue of handling the recorded information of the us-
ers after backup. There is another matter of increasing backup
time regarding mass storage media. The new software HiTest is
introduced to countermeasure these matters.
The failure detection capability goes down as there is no writing
test. However, our examination shows that the detection accura-
cy is not influenced by the lack of writing test as most Microdrives
which have detected errors in writing test also have errors in
reading test.
The only weakness of HiTest is that there is no equivalent func-
tion to CleanDisk in DDD software because HiTest does not have
writing function.
The handling of this software is explained as follows.
1. Platform Requirements
HiTest operation requires the following platform requirements.
Although it may operate on lower specification platforms, we
do not guarantee the operation under such platforms.
• PC/AT compatible models (It cannot be used with Macin-
tosh)
• CPU: Pentium 1 GHz or faster
• OS: Windows XP/2000 (SP4 or later)
• RAM with 256MB or more (NOTE1)
• Memory: 10GB or more empty hard disk space
• PCMCIA card (PC card) TYPE II slot (NOTE2)
• Monitor / graphics: 256 colors or more, 800 x 600 minimum,
(1024 ×768 or more is suggested)
NOTE1:
When HiTest is installed to a PC with less RAM capacity left,
it may cause the following symptoms.
• An error occurs during the installation, and the installation
does not complete.
• The operation becomes unstable while starting up the
software.
NOTE2:
There must be PCMCIA card (PC card) TYPE ll slot which is
equipped to NOTE PCs and some desktop PCs.HiTest can-
not be used with CF / Microdrive reader with USB, or CF di-
rect insert drives.
HiTest software does not operate by itself.
Windows, as an operation system, tests Microdrives by con-
trolling ATA board via the functions of Microsoft.NET and Mi-
crosoft Data Access Components (MDAC).
Thus, it is impossible to access a Microdrive via a USB termi-
nal which does not go through ATA board.
When using HiTest, Microsoft.NET and Microsoft Data Access
Components (MDAC) must be installed in the PCs.
Download the latest programs of Microsoft.NET and Microsoft
Data Access Components (MDAC) from the sites below.
Download Microsoft .NET from here.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?Family-
ID=262d25e3-f589-4842-8157-034d1e7cf3a3&Display-
Lang=en
Download Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC) from
here.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?display-
lang=en&FamilyID=6c050fe3-c795-4b7d-b037-
185d0506396c
2. How to obtain HiTest
(1) HiTest (HiTest.EXE) can be obtained by downloading
from JS-NET. After download, execute HiTest.EXE to
create the HiTest. SETUP folder.
3. Installation procedure
(1) Double click the "Setup.exe" in the HiTest. SETUP folder
for start up.
(2) Press the "Next" button to proceed with the installation.
PC
WindowsXP/2000
Microsoft.NET/
MDAC
HiTest
ATA board
PCMCIA
card adapter
Micro-
drive
USB
terminal
USB
CF reader
Press "Next" button.

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(3) Choose a destination folder, then press the "Next" but-
ton.
(4) Press the "Next" button to proceed with the installation.
(5) When "Installation Complete" is displayed, press the
"Close" button to finish the installation.
(6) Check whether the "HiTest" icon is on the desktop.
4. Preparation for start up
(1) Double click the "HiTest" icon on the desktop to start the
software.
(2) The User Information window is displayed.
(3) Input the information of the person who carries out the
test, then press the "OK" button.
User Name: Input your name in one-byte alphabetical
characters.
Customer Name: Input JVC in one-byte characters.
Location: Input the division where you belong to in one-
byte alphabetical characters.(e.g. JSCA)
Tester Name: Name the PC on which the test is carried
out.
This is to specify the PC where the test is carried out for
later checking of the PC performance.
Input any number such as "PC1" in one-byte alphabeti-
cal characters.
Press "Next" button.
Press "Next" button.
Press "Close" button.
User Information window
Press the "OK" button

(No.YF100)1-19
(4) When the Country and City window opens, input JAPAN
in "Customer Country", then press the "Add" button.
Input your base city in "Customer City", then press the
"Add" button.
Once these items have been input, they can be selected
by pressing the pull down buttons next to input columns
from the next time.
If any input error is made, it can be deleted by pressing
the "Delete" button.
(5) Although the "Login" window is displayed, press the "Ex-
it" button as it is not used now.
(6) Insert the Microdrive attached PCMCIA adaptor into the
PCMCIA card slot on the PC.
(7) Click the "Config" drop down in the test window, then
choose "PCI Card (P)".
(8) When the "PCI Card Information" window is displayed,
click the "SCAN PCI Card" button.
(9) Check whether "CardBus" is displayed in the lowest row,
then click the "Save and Close" button.
(10) When the screen returns to the test window, the prepa-
ration for ? start up is completed.
Click the "Close" button(X button) in the far upper right,
or click the "Config" drop down and select "Exit" to finish
the software.
5. Uninstallation
(1) Uninstall HiTest from Add or Remove Programs in Win-
dows.
Press "Add" button
Input JAPAN
Press "Add" button
Input the base city
(e.g.) URAYASU
Press "OK" button
Country and City window
Press "Exit" button
Test window
"Login" window
"Config" drop down
Choose "PCI Card"
Click "SCAN PCI Card" button
"PCI Card Information" window
Check whether
"CardBus" is displayed
Click "Save and Close"
button
Close button
"Config" drop down
"Exit" button

1-20 (No.YF100)
6. How to use HiTest
6.1 Test preparation
(1) Write down the serial number and the P/N (Part Num-
ber) displayed on the back of the Microdrive which is
to be tested.
(NOTE)
When writing down the serial number and the P/N,
check the Water Exposure Seal and any external
damages. If there is any abnormality, finish without
carrying out the test.
(2) Insert the PCMCIA adaptor which is attached with Mi-
crodrive into the PCMCIA card slot on the PC.
(3) Double click the "HiTest" icon on the desktop to start
the software.
(4) User Information window is displayed.
(5) Only "User Name" is left blank. Press the pull down
button to select the name of the person who carries
out the test, and press the" OK" button.
If the display contents are wrong or there is no appro-
priate name in the "User Name" option, directly input
the information in the columns. They will be displayed
as options when the pull down button is pressed next
time.
(6) Check the information in the Country and City window.
When the information on the country and the city is
correct, Press the "OK "button.
(7) When the "Log in" window is displayed, press the
"Drive Login" button.
(8) "Drive Login" window is displayed.
P/N
Serial numbe
r
User Information window
Press pull down button to
select the tester's name
"OK" button
"OK" button
Press" Drive Login" button
"Login" window
"Drive Login" window
"Scanner entry" column
MFG ID
Serial Numbe r
Model Type
Drive P/N