JVC Everio GZ-MC500AA User manual

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GZ-MC500AA/AC/AG/AH
LYT1432-001A EN
ENGLISH
DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA
GETTING STARTED 7
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 20
MENU SETTINGS 48
52
To deactivate the demonstration,
set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”.
(墌pg. 48)
REFERENCES
INSTRUCTIONS
STILL IMAGE RECORDING
& PLAYBACK 25
VOICE RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 29
ADVANCED OPERATIONS 31
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Removable Hard Disk
In contrast to conventional digital video cameras
that record to DV tapes, the removable hard disk
is a new type of card media that enables
extended hours of high-resolution, MPEG2
video recording. (墌pg. 6)
Various Recording Media and Modes
Video and still images can be
recorded to CompactFlash card
(CF card) and SD memory card.
The removable hard disk
(provided) or Microdrive®is a
type of CF card compliant with
CF+ Type II.
You can select the most suitable
recording medium and mode for picture quality,
image size, recording time, and computer
environment. (墌pg. 62)
Voice Recording Features
The camera can be
used as a voice
recorder for audio
recordings. (墌pg. 29)
Various Recording Features
The camera supports aperture-priority, shutter-
priority, portrait, bracket shooting, and a wide
range of other functions that you can select
according to the scene you are shooting.
(墌pg. 31 – 36)
Enjoying Various Playback Features
Unlike tape operation, playback is simple and
easy in this camera since no time is needed for
rewinding or fast forward operations.
Playlist, playback effects,
and other functions are
also available for
enjoying many different
types of playback.
Editing Files on your PC
USB 2.0 enables the
smooth transfer of video
and still images to a
computer. With the
bundled Cyberlink
software, you can easily
edit video and create your own DVDs. (Refer to
the software installation and USB connection
guide.)
Direct Printing
If your printer is
compatible with
PictBridge, still images
can be printed easily by
connecting the camera with USB cable directly
to the printer. (墌pg. 47)
Major Features of this Camera
VOICE RECORDING
[5h56m] 12:55:01
20.11.2005 11:30
PLAYLIST CONTENTS
ALL SCENES
01 10.112005 11:30
02 15.11 2005 23:00
03 25.11 2005 11:00
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GETTING STARTED 7
Provided Accessories ...................................... 7
Index .............................................................. 10
Power ............................................................. 14
Operation Mode ............................................. 16
Language Setting .......................................... 16
Date/Time Settings ........................................ 17
Inserting/Removing a CF Card ...................... 17
Inserting/Removing an SD Card .................... 18
Formatting a Recording Medium ................... 19
Selecting Recording Medium ......................... 19
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 20
Video Recording ............................................ 20
Zooming ..................................................... 21
Angle Adjustment ...................................... 21
Video Playback .............................................. 22
How to Use the Scroll Bar ......................... 22
Various Playback Operations .................... 23
Playback Zoom .......................................... 23
Connecting to a TV or VCR ........................... 24
Playback on a TV ...................................... 24
Dubbing to a VCR ...................................... 24
STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 25
Still Image Recording ..................................... 25
Zooming ..................................................... 25
Continuous Shooting ................................. 26
Flash .......................................................... 26
Still Image Playback ...................................... 27
Slide Show ................................................. 27
Index Screen of Still Image Files ............... 27
How to Use the Scroll Bar ......................... 28
Image Rotation .......................................... 28
Playback Zoom .......................................... 28
VOICE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 29
Voice Recording ............................................ 29
Voice Playback .............................................. 30
Various Playback Operations .................... 30
ADVANCED OPERATIONS 31
RECORDING FEATURES ..................................... 31
Backlight Compensation ................................ 31
Spot Exposure Control ................................... 31
Program AE ................................................... 31
Bracket Shooting ........................................... 33
Manual Focus ................................................ 33
Manual Settings in MSET Menu .................... 34
How to Select a Menu Item ....................... 34
Manual Exposure ....................................... 35
White Balance ........................................... 35
Effect ......................................................... 36
PLAYBACK FEATURES ....................................... 37
Wipe or Fader Effects .................................... 37
Playback Effects ............................................ 37
MANAGING FILES ............................................. 38
Viewing File Information ................................ 38
Protecting Files .............................................. 39
Deleting Files ................................................. 40
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium ................. 41
Copying/Moving Still Image Files ................... 41
Resetting the File Number ............................. 42
Creating Play List ........................................... 43
Playing Back Play List ................................... 44
DPOF Print Setting ........................................ 46
Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer ......... 47
MENU SETTINGS 48
Changing the Menu Settings ......................... 48
Common Menus for All Modes ...................... 48
Video Recording Menus ................................ 50
Video Playback Menus .................................. 50
Still Image Recording Menus ......................... 51
Still Image Playback Menus ........................... 51
Voice Recording Menus ................................. 51
Voice Playback Menus .................................. 51
REFERENCES 52
Troubleshooting ............................................. 52
Warning Indications ....................................... 55
Cleaning the Camera ..................................... 57
Cautions ......................................................... 57
Specifications ................................................. 60
TERMS ............................................... Back cover
Contents
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital media
camera. Before use, please read the safety
information and precautions in this page to
ensure safe use of this product.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
●If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it
down and unplug it immediately. Continue
using the camcorder or AC Adapter under
these conditions could lead to fire or electric
shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not
attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
●To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
●When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
●In certain areas, use the conversion plug
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric
shock or damage
to the unit, first
firmly insert the
small end of the
power cord into
the AC Adapter
until it is no
longer wobbly,
and then plug the larger end of the power cord
into an AC outlet.
CAUTIONS:
●This camera is designed to be used with PAL-
type colour television signals. It cannot be used
for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and LCD
monitor playback are possible anywhere.
●Use the JVC BN-VM200U battery pack and, to
recharge it or to supply power to the camera
from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-
voltage AC adapter. (An appropriate
conversion adapter may be necessary to
accommodate different designs of AC outlets in
different countries.)
NOTES:
●The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
●The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camera and to the user.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will
cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or
on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more
on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able
to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
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Before Using this Camera
This camera is designed exclusively for
CompactFlash Card (CF card) and SD Memory
Card.
The removable hard disk (provided) or
Microdrive®is a type of CF card compliant with
CF+ Type II.
This camera records video in MPEG2 format
compliant with SD-VIDEO format.
Remember that this camera is not compatible
with other digital video formats.
Remember that this camera 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.)
Before recording important video, be sure to
make a trial recording.
Play back your trial recording to make sure the
video and audio have been recorded properly.
Make a backup of important recorded data
Protect your important recorded data by copying the
files to PC. It is recommended to copy it from your
PC to a DVD or other recording media for storage.
Refer to the software installation and USB
connection guide.
Bring your camera together with the removable
hard disk
When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your
dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your
camera together with the removable hard disk. If
one of them is not included, the cause cannot be
diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.
Also read “Cautions” on pages 57 to 59.
●Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
●Microdrive®is a registered trademark of Hitachi
Global Storage Technologies, Inc. in the United
States and/or other countries.
●
MascotCapsule is registered trademark of HI
CORPORATION in Japan.
Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION. All rights
reserved.
●Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Removable Hard Disk
The removable hard disk is a precision
electronic device. Be careful when handling it.
Cautions for external jolt or stress
●After removing the disk from the camera, store it
by inserting into the supplied protective case.
●Do not press on the
cover.
●Do not subject the disk
to vibrations or sudden
jolts. Be especially
careful to avoid sudden jolts when shooting or
during playback.
●Do not affix stickers or write on the label.
●Do not apply strong pressure to the outside of the
disk. Also, do not put it in your pants pocket or
other location where it can be pressed on.
Cautions for temperature
●The camera’s protection circuit may work for the
proper recording or playback when the camera’s
internal temperature rises or during usage in a
cold location. (墌pg. 56)
●The camera and removable hard disk can heat up
when used for an extended period. However, this
is not a malfunction.
●The disk can heat up when used for an extended
period. Therefore, do not remove it immediately
from the camera.
Other cautions
●Condensation can cause the drive to break down.
If water is splashed on the drive, make sure that it
is completely dried before usage.
●Do not use, replace, or store the disk in locations
that are exposed to strong static electricity or
electrical noise.
●Do not turn off the camera power or remove the
battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback,
or when otherwise accessing the recording
medium.
●Do not bring the recording medium near objects
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit
strong electromagnetic waves.
●Since data must be read and written by the drive
correctly, the camera may be unable to shoot
when the camera heats up, such as during
continuous shooting, or when the camera is
cooled down during usage in a cold location. To
fix this problem, follow the messages displayed
on the screen. (墌pg. 56)
●To maintain high performance, perform check
disks (error checks) using your computer on a
regular basis. Use a USB cable to connect the
camera and PC, and then perform the check disk
on the removable hard disk using the same
procedure as a regular local disk (C drive). Refer
to the instruction manual of your PC for check
disks.
●Clean up the disk regularly to maintain high
performance. (墌pg. 41, 49)
Also read “Recording Medium” on page 58.
Be careful to completely delete data when
discarding or giving away the removable hard
disk.
When recording data is formatted or deleted on the
camera, this only modifies the file management
information, and the data is not completely erased.
When discarding or giving away the removable hard
disk, to prevent problems caused by the release of
sensitive information, it is extremely important that
the customer take responsibility to erase all
recorded data. Some recommended methods of
erasing data include using a commercial data
removal program or using a hammer or strong
magnet to physically or magnetically destroy the
data on the hard disk so that it cannot be read. JVC
shall not be responsible for any personal data that is
released.
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aAC Adapter AP-V14E, AP-V17E or
AP-V14AC
bPower cord (AP-V14E/AP-V14AC only)
cBattery Pack BN-VM200U
dS-Video/Audio/Video Cable
eUSB Cable (Refer to the software installation
and USB connection guide.)
fRemovable Hard Disk (4 GB)
gProtective Case for Removable Hard Disk
hStrap (See page 8 for attachment)
iLens Cap (See page 8 for attachment)
jCD-ROM
kAudio Extension Cable (for optional
headphones, see page 9 for attachment)
lCore Filter for Cables (See page 9 for
attachment)
Large (x 1): S-Video/Audio/Video Cable
Medium (x 1): USB Cable
Small (x 2): Audio Extension Cable and AC
Adapter’s Cord
mLens Hood (Already attached to the camera,
墌pg. 8)
NOTES:
●In order to maintain optimum performance of the
camera, provided cables may be equipped with
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one
core filter, the end that is closest to the filter
should be connected to the camera.
●Make sure to use the provided cables for
connections. Do not use any other cables.
Provided Accessories
OR
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Attaching the Strap
1Press and hold both
sides as shown, then
detach the fastener (large).
2Pass the strap ring
through the eyelet on the
lens side.
3Pass through the strap
ring.
4Pass the fastener’s ring
through the eyelet on the
LCD side.
5Pass through the
fastener’s ring.
6Connect the fastener.
When shooting
Hold the camera as shown
in the illustration, grip it
gently so that it feels
secure, then adjust the
strap.
To secure the camera so
it cannot be dropped
during shooting
Detach the fastener from
the strap as shown in step
1.
Put your hand through the
strap, then secure the strap
to your wrist so that the
camera cannot be
dropped.
Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood
The provided lens hood helps block out glare
when shooting under bright sunlight, the same
way professional photographers do.
To attach
Align the lens hood with the camera’s lens, and
then turn the hood clockwise a.
To detach
Turn the hood counterclockwise b.
●Detach the hood only when using the optional
conversion lens or lens filter.
Attaching the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap
to the camera as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly, make sure
the cap is flush to the camera.
Pull the strap.
Slide the fastener.
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Attaching the Core Filter
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core
filter reduces interference.
1Release the stoppers on both ends of the
core filter.
2Run the cable through the core filter, leaving
approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug
and the core filter.
Wind the cable once around the outside of the
core filter as shown in the illustration.
●Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
3Close the core filter until it clicks shut.
NOTES:
●Take care not to damage the cable.
●When connecting a cable, attach the end with the
core filter to the camera.
How to Use the Audio Extension Cable
When using optional headphones, connect to
the provided audio extension cable (with a core
filter attached), then connect the audio extension
cable to the camera. The core filter reduces
interference.
Stopper
Wind once.
Core Filter
3 cm
Audio Extension Cable (provided)
Core Filter
Open the cover.
Headphones
To
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Index
A
TTENTION:
●Be careful not to cover X, dand e
during shooting.
●Be careful not to cover Yduring
playback.
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Controls
aMode Button [MODE] (墌pg. 16)
bRecording Mode Dial (墌pg. 16, 31 – 32)
cLock Button (墌pg. 16)
dPower Switch [OFF, , ] (墌pg. 16)
eBattery/CF Card Cover Open Switch [OPEN]
(墌pg. 14, 17)
fDelete Button [ ] (墌pg. 40)
gZoom Lever [T/W] (墌pg. 21, 25)
Speaker Volume Control (墌pg. 22, 30)
hRecording Start/Stop Button
(墌pg. 20, 25, 29)
iPlay/Pause Button [49] (墌pg. 22, 27, 30)
jMulti-Controller
w: Reverse Search [w( 3 )] (墌pg. 23)/Left
[w]/Flash [ ] (墌pg. 26)
r: Reverse Skip [r( 2 )] (墌pg. 23)/Up [r]/
Backlight Compensation [ ] (墌pg. 31)/
Spot Exposure Control (墌pg. 31)
e: Forward Search [e( 5 )] (墌pg. 23)/
Right [e]/Continuous Shooting/Bracket
Shooting [ / ] (墌pg. 26, 33)
t: Forward Skip [t( 6 )] (墌pg. 23)/Down
[t]/Manual Set [ SET] (墌pg. 34)
kFocus Button [FOCUS] (墌pg. 33)
lInformation Button [INFO] (墌pg. 38)
mMenu Button [MENU] (墌pg. 48)
nFlash Open Switch [FLASH OPEN]
(墌pg. 26)
oManual Focus Ring (墌pg. 33)
pLens Hood (墌pg. 8)
Connectors
The connectors are located beneath the covers.
QUSB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (Refer
to the software installation and USB
connection guide.)
RHeadphone Connector [ ] (墌pg. 9)
SS-Video/Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]
(墌pg. 24)
TDC Input Connector [DC] (墌pg. 14)
Indicators
UPower/Charge Lamp (墌pg. 14, 16)
VAccess Lamp (Lights up or blinks when you
access to any files. Do not turn off the power
or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while
accessing to files during recording or
playback.)
WMode Lamp [ (video), (still image),
(voice)] (墌pg. 16)
Other Parts
XStereo Microphone
YSpeaker (墌pg. 22)
ZLCD Monitor
bBattery/CF Card Cover (墌pg. 14, 17)
cFlash
dCamera Sensor
eLens
fSD Card Cover (墌pg. 18)
gTripod Mounting Socket
hStrap Fastener Eyelet (墌pg. 8)
iStrap Eyelet (墌pg. 8)
jReset Hole (墌pg. 52)
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Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording
aRecording Mode Indicator (墌pg. 16)
: Auto Mode
: Manual Mode
bTele Macro Mode Indicator (墌pg. 50)
cApproximate Zoom Ratio (墌pg. 21, 50)
dZoom Indicator (墌pg. 21, 50)
eIris Lock Indicator (墌pg. 31, 35)
fShutter Speed (墌pg. 32)
gBrightness Control Indicator (墌pg. 49)
hBattery Indicator (墌pg. 55)
iDate/Time (墌pg. 49)
jSelected Medium Indicator (墌pg. 19, 49)
kManual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(墌pg. 33)
lEffect Mode Indicator (墌pg. 36)
mWhite Balance Indicator (墌pg. 35)
nProgram AE Mode Indicator (墌pg. 31)
o±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (墌pg. 35)
: Backlight Compensation Indicator
(墌pg. 31)
: Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(墌pg. 31)
During Video Recording only
aMode Indicator (墌pg. 16)
bWide Mode Indicator (墌pg. 50)
cWind Cut Indicator (墌pg. 50)
dPicture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]
(normal), [E] (economy) (墌pg. 50)
eRemaining Time (墌pg. 20, 62)
fCounter (墌pg. 49)
g7REC: (Appears during recording.)
(墌pg. 20)
79: (Appears during record-standby mode.)
(墌pg. 20)
hDigital Image Stabiliser (DIS) Indicator
(墌pg. 50)
During Still Image Recording only
aMode Indicator (墌pg. 16)
bISO sensitivity (GAIN) (墌pg. 51)
(When set to [AUTO], there is no indication.)
cFocus Icon (墌pg. 25)
dImage Size: 2560 (2560 x 1920), 2048 (2048
x1536), 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280 x
960), 640 (640 x 480) (墌pg. 51)
ePicture Quality: FINE (fine) or STANDARD
(standard) (墌pg. 51)
fFlash Mode Indicator (墌pg. 26)
gRemaining Number of Shots (墌pg. 63)
h: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(墌pg. 26)
: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator
(墌pg. 33)
iShooting Icon (墌pg. 25)
jSelf-Timer Recording Indicator (墌pg. 51)
NOTE:
For the indications on LCD monitor during voice
recording, see page 29.
11:30
10.11.2005
[0h56m]
FINE
PHOTO
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During Video Playback
aMode Indicator (墌pg. 16)
bPlay List Playback Indicator (Appears when
play list is played back. 墌pg. 44)
cPicture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N]
(normal), [E] (economy) (墌pg. 50)
dPlayback Mode (墌pg. 22)
U: Playback
9: Pause
5 : Forward High-Speed Search
3 : Reverse High-Speed Search
9U : Forward Slow-Motion
Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion
(The number on the left shows speed.)
eCounter (墌pg. 49)
fVolume Level Indicator
gBattery Indicator (墌pg. 55)
hDate (墌pg. 49)
iSelected Medium Indicator (墌pg. 19, 49)
jEffect Mode Indicator (墌pg. 36)
kWipe/Fader Effect Indicator (墌pg. 37, 50)
During Still Image Playback
aMode Indicator (墌pg. 16)
bFolder/File Number
cSlide Show Playback Indicator (墌pg. 27)
dBattery Indicator (墌pg. 55)
eDate/Time (墌pg. 49)
fSelected Medium Indicator (墌pg. 19, 49)
NOTE:
For the indications on LCD monitor during voice
playback, see page 30.
10.11.2005
11:30
10.11.2005
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This camera’s 2-way power supply system lets
you choose the most appropriate source of
power. Do not use provided power supply units
with other equipment.
Charging the Battery Pack
1Set the power switch to OFF while pressing
down the lock button located on the switch.
2Slide and hold OPEN in the direction of the
arrow a, then open the battery/CF card cover.
3Insert the battery pack firmly into the battery
pack mount until it locks into space as shown in
the illustration.
4Close the battery/CF card cover firmly until it
locks.
5Connect the AC adapter to the camera.
6Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
(AP-V14E/AP-V14AC only)
7Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. The
power/charge lamp on the camera blinks to
indicate charging has started.
8When the power/charge lamp goes out,
charging is finished. Unplug the power cord from
the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter from
the camera.
To detach the battery pack
Open the battery/CF card cover, and remove the
battery pack while sliding BATTERY in the
direction of the arrow b.
Required charging time
Power
Power/Charge Lamp
Battery Pack
Power Switch
Lock Button
OPEN
Battery/CF Card
Cover
Protrusion
AC Adapter (ex. AP-V17E)
Open the cover.
To DC
connector
mark
To AC outlet
Battery pack Charging time
BN-VM200U (provided) Approx. 1 hr. 35 min.
BATTERY
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NOTES:
●Charging times are for a fully discharged battery
pack.
●When the battery/CF card cover is opened or the
SD card is removed while the power is on, the
power is automatically turned off to protect the
data in the recording medium. To turn on the
power again after opening the battery/CF card
cover, close the cover. To turn on the power again
after removing the SD card, close the cover and
set the power switch to OFF, then to or .
●It is recommended that only genuine JVC
batteries are used in this camera. Using generic
non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the
internal charging circuitry.
●If the protective cap is attached to the battery
pack, remove it first.
●When charging the battery pack for the first time
or after a long storage period, the power/charge
lamp may not light. In this case, remove the
battery pack from the camera, then try charging
again.
●If the battery operation time remains extremely
short even after having been fully charged, the
battery is worn out and needs to be replaced.
Please purchase a new one.
●Using the optional AA-V200 battery charger, you
can charge the BN-VM200U battery pack without
the camera.
●Since the AC adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
Using the Battery Pack
Perform steps 2– 4in “Charging the Battery
Pack”.
Maximum continuous recording time
NOTES:
●Recording time is reduced significantly under the
following conditions:
• Zoom or record-standby mode is engaged
repeatedly.
• Playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
●Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned recording time.
Using AC Power
Connect the AC adapter to the camera.
NOTE:
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
A
TTENTION:
●Before detaching the power source, make sure
that the camera’s power is turned off. Failure to do
so can result in a camera malfunction.
●If the camera is a subject to electrostatic
discharge, turn the power off before using it again.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries
apart, or expose them to flame or excessive
heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its
terminals to come in contact with metals, as this
can result in a short circuit and possibly start a
fire.
The Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a
large power capacity. However, when one is
exposed to cold temperatures (below 10°C), its
usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to
function. If this happens, place the battery pack
in your pocket or other warm, protected place for
a short time, then re-attach it to the camera.
Battery pack Recording time
BN-VM200U (provided) 1 hr.
Open the cover.
AC Adapter (ex. AP-V17E)
To DC
connector
mark
To AC outlet
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To turn on the camera, set the power switch to
or while pressing down the lock button
located on the switch.
●The power/charge lamp turns on.
To turn off the camera, set the power switch to
OFF.
Set the appropriate operation mode according to
your preference using the power switch, MODE
button and the recording mode dial.
1 Power Switch Position
Set the power switch for recording ( ) or
playback ( ) while pressing down the lock
button.
2 Recording/Playback Mode
Press MODE to select the recording/playback
mode.
The selected mode lamp lights up.
: Video mode (墌pg. 20, 22)
: Still image mode (墌pg. 25, 27)
: Voice mode (墌pg. 29, 30)
●To select the voice mode, press and hold
MODE.
3 Auto/Manual Mode
Set the recording mode dial to the desired
position to switch the auto/manual recording
mode. The indicator or appears on the
LCD monitor. (墌pg. 12)
The language on the display can be changed.
(墌pg. 48, 49)
1Set the power switch to or .
2Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3Select [DISPLAY]
with the multi-controller
(r/t), then press 49.
4Select [LANGUAGE]
with the multi-controller
(r/t), then press 49.
5Select the desired
language with the multi-
controller (r/t), then
press 49.
6Press MENU to return to the normal screen.
Operation Mode
Power/Charge Lamp
Power Switch
MODE
Lock Button
Mode Lamp
1
2
3
Power Switch
Playback
Recording
Power Off
Language Setting
Auto mode ( ):
You can record using no special
effects or manual adjustments.
Manual mode (other than ):
Manual recording is possible by
setting various functions.
(墌pg. 31 – 36)
CAMERA SETTING
BASIC SETTING
MEMORY CARD SETTING
DISPLAY
QUALITY
WIDE MODE
WIND CUT
SCENE COUNTER
LANGUAGE
CLOCK ADJUST
BRIGHT
DATE/TIME
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The recording start date/time is recorded on the
video/still image/voice file and it can be checked
by pressing INFO during playback.
(墌pg. 22, 27, 30)
1Set the power switch to or .
2Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3Select [DISPLAY]
with the multi-controller
(r/t), then press 49.
4Select [CLOCK
ADJUST] with the multi-
controller (r/t), then
press 49. The day is
highlighted.
5Input the day with the
multi-controller (r/t),
then press 49. Repeat
to input the month, year,
hour and minute.
6Press MENU to
return to the normal screen.
Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium
Battery
If the camera is not used for approx. 3 months,
the clock’s lithium battery will become
discharged and the date/time stored in memory
will be lost. When this occurs, first connect the
camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for
over 24 hours to charge the clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery. Then perform the date/time
setting before using the camera.
Note that the camera can be used without
setting the date/time.
You can use a CF card (CompactFlash card) as
a recording medium in the CF slot.
The removable hard disk (provided) or
Microdrive®is a type of CF cards. See page 62
for the guaranteed media to work with this
camera.
1Make sure the camera’s power is off.
2Slide and hold OPEN in the direction of the
arrow a, then open the battery/CF card cover.
3When the eject button is pulled out as shown
in the illustration, push it once.
●The button is pushed in.
4To insert a CF card, firmly insert it as shown
in the illustration.
To remove a CF card, push the eject button
twice.
●The eject button comes out by pushing it once. By
pushing the eject button once again ejects the CF
card.
5Close the battery/CF card cover firmly until it
locks.
Date/Time Settings
CAMERA SETTING
BASIC SETTING
MEMORY CARD SETTING
DISPLAY
QUALITY
WIDE MODE
WIND CUT
LANGUAGE
CLOCK ADJUST
BRIGHT
DATE/TIME
SCENE COUNTER
CLOCK ADJUST
11 07:
DATE TIME
200531 01
Inserting/Removing a CF Card
Battery/CF
Card Cover
CF Slot
OPEN
Rear
Eject Button
Front Terminals
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NOTES:
●Read the cautions on CF card. (墌pg. 58,
“Recording Medium”)
●Before using the provided removable hard disk or
a new CF card, it is necessary to format it.
(墌pg. 19)
●When the battery/CF card cover is opened or the
SD card is removed while the power is on, the
power is automatically turned off to protect the
data in the recording medium. To turn on the
power again after opening the battery/CF card
cover, close the cover. To turn on the power again
after removing the SD card, close the cover and
set the power switch to OFF, then to or .
A
TTENTION:
●Do not insert or remove the CF card while the
camera is turned on, as this may cause the CF
card to be corrupted or cause the camera to
become unable to recognise whether or not the
CF card is installed.
●Do not squeeze the external covers of the CF
card.
You can use an SD card as a recording medium
in the SD slot. See page 62 for the guaranteed
media to work with this camera.
1Make sure the camera’s power is off.
2Open the SD card cover.
3To insert an SD card, firmly insert it with its
clipped edge first.
To remove an SD card, push it once. After the
SD card comes out of the camera, pull it out.
●Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of
the label.
4Close the SD card cover.
To protect valuable files
Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side
of the SD card in the direction of “LOCK”. This
prevents the SD card from being recorded over.
To record on this SD card, slide the tab back to
the position opposite to “LOCK” before inserting
it.
NOTE:
Before using a new SD card, it is necessary to
format the card. (墌pg. 19)
A
TTENTION:
Do not insert or remove the SD card while the
camera is turned on, as this may cause the SD card
to be corrupted or cause the camera to become
unable to recognise whether or not the SD card is
installed.
Inserting/Removing an SD Card
SD card (optional)
Clipped edge
SD Card Cover
Label
Write/Erase
Protection Tab
SD Slot
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You can format (initialise) a recording medium in
the CF or SD slot. You have to format the
provided removable hard disk or newly-
purchased CF cards and SD cards with this
camera before using them. This enables stable
speeds and operation when accessing the
recording medium. Be aware that all files and
data including protected files will be erased.
(墌pg. 39)
1Set the power switch to or .
2Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3Select [MEMORY
CARD SETTING] with
the multi-controller (r/
t), then press 49.
4Select [FORMAT] with
the multi-controller (r/
t), then press 49.
5Select [CF SLOT] or
[SD SLOT] with the multi-
controller (r/t), then
press 49.
6Select [EXECUTE] with the multi-controller
(r/t), then press 49.
●To cancel the formatting, select [CANCEL], then
press 49.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the recording medium or perform
any other operation (such as turning off the power)
during format. Also, be sure to use the provided AC
adapter, as the recording medium may be corrupted
if the battery becomes exhausted during format. If
the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it
again.
NOTE:
Do not format the recording medium on the PC.
Make sure to format the recording medium on the
camera.
Select the recording medium before starting
recording or playback. (墌pg. 48, 49)
Example: When recording still images to an SD
card
1Set the power switch to .
2Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
3Select [MEMORY
CARD SETTING] with
the multi-controller (r/
t), then press 49.
4Select [IMAGE
MODE] with the multi-
controller (r/t), then
press 49.
5Select [SD SLOT] with
the multi-controller (r/
t), then press 49.
6Press MENU to return to the normal screen.
Formatting a Recording Medium
DIS
CAMERA SETTING
BASIC SETTING
MEMORY CARD SETTING
DISPLAY
QUALITY
WIDE MODE
VIDEO MODE
IMAGE MODE
VOICE MODE
FORMAT
CLEAN UP
COPY/MOVE
NO. RESET
Selecting Recording Medium
DIS
CAMERA SETTING
BASIC SETTING
MEMORY CARD SETTING
DISPLAY
QUALITY
WIDE MODE
COPY/MOVE
NO. RESET
VIDEO MODE
IMAGE MODE
VOICE MODE
FORMAT
CLEAN UP
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VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK
1Set the power switch to .
2Press MODE to select .
●The camera is programmed to record videos on
the medium in the CF slot by the factory-preset.
To switch the recording medium, see pages 19, 48
and 49.
●To change the picture quality, see pages 48 and
50.
3Press the recording start/stop button to start
recording.
●Approximate remaining time
for recording appears on
the display.
4To stop recording, press
the recording start/stop button again.
NOTES:
●If the camera is left without any operation during
recording or playback (video, still image or voice)
for 5 minutes when using the battery pack, the
camera is turned off automatically to conserve
power. To turn the camera on again, set the power
switch to OFF, then to or . When using the
AC adapter, the camera enters the sleep mode
(the access lamp lights and the LCD monitor turns
off). To cancel the sleep mode, perform any
operation such as zooming.
●When the camera heats up, the 7REC indicator
flashes. If the camera continues to heat up,
shooting may be stopped to protect the recording
medium. In this case, turn off the camera power,
and then wait until the camera cools down.
(墌pg. 56)
●When shooting continuously, shooting is
automatically stopped when a file size of 4 GB is
reached.
●If data cannot be recorded or saved properly, the
video files are not saved to the [SD_VIDEO] folder
for regular video. Instead, the files are saved to
the [EXTMOV] folder. To play back these files, see
“To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder”
(墌pg. 22).
●There may be differences in the brightness
between the recorded video and still image, even
if the same subject is shot.
●Video file names are assigned as sequential
hexadecimal numbers.
●To turn the operation sounds off, see page 48.
●For approximate recording time, see page 62.
Video Recording
Power Switch
Recording Start/
Stop Button
Zoom Lever
MODE
Lock Button
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