JVC Camcorder

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ENMEMORY CAMERA

GUIDEBOOK

LYT1994-002A-M

Dear CustomerThank you for purchasingthis memory camera. Beforeuse, please read the safetyinformation and precautions

contained in pages 2 and 3 toensure safe use of this product.

For Future Reference:Enter the Model No. (locatedon the bottom of the memorycamera) and Serial No. (locatedon the battery pack mount of thememory camera) below.

Model No.Serial No.

GZ-MS120 U



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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such

as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce

heat.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

10. Use only with the cart,

stand, tripod, bracket,or table specified by

the manufacturer,

or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart

is used, use caution

when moving the

cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from

tip-over.

11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

12. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such

as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen

into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

Remember that this camcorder is intended forprivate consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permissionis prohibited. (Even if you record an event such

as a show, performance or exhibition for personal

enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you

obtain permission beforehand.)

Trademarks

• Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. Dolby and double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• Windows ® is either registered trademark or

trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the UnitedStates and/or other countries.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple

Inc.

• iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered

in the U.S. and other countries.• YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks

and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.

• Other product and company names includedin this instruction manual are trademarks

and/or registered trademarks of their respective

holders.

If this symbol is shown, it is onlyvalid in the European Union.



Easy Start Guide

Charge the Battery Before Recording

Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack.

Battery Pack

AC AdapterTo AC Outlet(110V to 240V)

Power/charge lamp

blinks: Charginggoes out: Charging finished

Access lamp

blinks: Accessing files

The battery pack is notcharged at the time ofpurchase.

CAUTION

• Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besidesJVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed.

B A

Open the cover

Do not remove the AC adapter, thebattery pack or the SD card whenthe lamp is blinking.

Insert the SD Card

Slot B Slot A

Firmly insert the card.

1. Insert and remove the SD card only

while the power is turned off. Otherwise,

data on the card may be corrupted.2. Format an SD card when using it for the

first time. (Z p. 58)

Press Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder.

( )

Grip Adjustment

• Do not pull the strap when you open

the fasten. Please pull the tab to

open it.

• Fasten the strap when you grip the

camcorder.

• When carrying the camcorder,please be careful not to drop it.

Grip Strap

Fasten

Tab

Adjust the strap and fasten.



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Date/Time Setting

Open the LCD monitor to

turn on the camcorderQ

Select [YES] within

10 secondsRSlide your finger up and down on the

sensor. Then touch OK. (Z p. 9)

Select [CLOCK SETTING] S

Set the date and time V

SAVE QUIT

CLOCK SETTING

GMT 0:00

DATE TIME

04 55 PM1 2009NOV

LCD monitor

• When the message disappears, pressthe power button for at least 2 secondsto turn off the power, and then press it

again for at least 2 seconds.

• Touch the sensors with your finger. Thesensors do not function if you touchthem with your finger nail or with gloveson.

QUIT

SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME

@

CLOCK SETTING

AREA SETTING

SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

CLOCK ADJUST

Select the city closest tothe area where you use

the camcorder

T

AREA SETTING

SET QUIT

GMT : JAN.1. 2009 01:00AM

Select [ON] or [OFF]

USelect [ON] if daylight saving time iseffective.

SET QUIT

SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

JAN.1. 2009 01:00AM


DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)

OFF

Touch sensor: Sets the date and time

➜: Moves the cursor to the right

OK: Clock starts

Power button ( )



Video Recording

• Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial

recording.

CAUTION

Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) modeQ

0 : 0 4 : 0 1

[ 4h59m ]

REC

The mode changes whenyou press the button.

Press the START/STOP

button to start recording,and press it again to stop.

Start recording SRemaining space onthe SD Card

Record-standbyVideo Quality

Recording

Select recording modeR

REC

The auto recordingindicator appears.



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Select playback mode

Q

The mode changes whenyou press the button.

Select the desired fileR

, DIGEST

VIDEO PLAYBACK

NOV. 01. 2009 4:55PM

1/2

Index screen

J

K

04:55PM

0:00:42

NOV. 1. 2009

Q KJL

B

Playback screen

L To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 24)

L To view files on TV (Z p. 31)

Do not forget to make copies after recording!• To copy files onto DVD discs (Z p. 45)

• To dub files using a VCR/DVD recorder (Z p. 50)

• To play back a created DVD disc (Z p. 44)

• To edit files on your computer (Z p. 45)

CAUTION

Select (Touch OK)S



Contents

GETTING STARTED

Accessories .......................................... 11Attaching the Core Filter ..............................11

Index ...................................................... 12

Indications on LCD Monitor ................. 14

Necessary Settings before Use ........... 16Charging the Battery Pack ........................... 16Date/Time Setting ........................................16Language Setting ........................................17

Other Settings ....................................... 18Grip Adjustment ...........................................18Tripod Mounting ...........................................18Using an SD Card ........................................ 19

RECORDING/PLAYBACK

Recording Files ..................................... 20Video Recording ..........................................20Still Image Recording ..................................21Zooming.......................................................22LED Light .....................................................22Checking the Remaining Battery Power ...... 22Checking the Remaining Space on the

Recording Media ........................................23Registering Files to Events .......................... 23

Playing Back Files ................................ 24Video Playback ............................................24Still Image Playback ....................................25File Search Function....................................26To Play Back MPG Files .............................. 27

Manual Recording ............................... 28Changing to Manual Recording Mode ......... 28Backlight Compensation ..............................28

Manual Setting in Menu ...............................28

USING WITH TV

Viewing Files on TV .............................. 31Connection with TV......................................31Playback Operation .....................................31

EDITING

Managing Files ...................................... 32Capturing a Still Image from a Video ........... 32Deleting Files ...............................................32

Protecting Files ............................................34Viewing File Information ..............................35Changing the Event Registration .................36Trimming Files .............................................37

Playlists ................................................. 38Creating Playlists .........................................38Playing Back Playlists ..................................39Other Operations of Playlists ....................... 39

COPYING

Copying Files ........................................ 40Copying/Moving Files ..................................40Using a DVD Burner ....................................41Creating a DVD using a PC ......................... 45Dubbing Files to VCR/DVD Recorder .......... 50

Using with a Portable Media Player .... 51Turning on the Export Mode ........................51Changing the Export Setting .......................51Transferring the Files to PC ......................... 52

Uploading Files to Websites ................ 53Turning on the Upload Mode .......................53Upload Trimming .......................................... 53Uploading Files ............................................54

FURTHER INFORMATION

Changing the Menu Settings ............... 55

Troubleshooting.................................... 59Warning Indications ............................. 63

Cleaning ................................................ 65

Specifications ....................................... 66

Cautions ................................................ 68

Terms ..................................................... 72



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R E C OR D I N G /

P L A Y B A C K

GE T T I N G

S T A R T E D

U S I N G

WI T H T V

F U R T H E R

I N F OR MA T I ON

C OP Y I N G

E D I T I N G

How to use the TouchSensorAfter the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor:

VIDEO

DUBBING PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

SET QUIT

SWITCH DISPLAYED CONTENTS

EDIT

l

Q

R

Q Slide your finger up and down on the sensor.

R Select [SET]. (Touch OK.)

A

B

A To select an on-screen button appearing on

the left side, touch the portion of the sensornext to the on-screen button.

B To select an on-screen button appearing atthe bottom of the screen, touch the buttonsunderneath them.



Make a backup of important recorded data

JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your importantrecorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (Z p. 41)

Make a trial recordingBefore the actual recording of important data, make a trial recording and play back therecorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly. Werecommend you to use the same recording media when performing both the trial recordingand the actual recording.

Reset the camcorder if it does not operate correctly

Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) fromthe camcorder, then reattach it.

Precautions on handling batteries

• Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This productincludes patented and other proprietary technology and is made to be used with the JVCbattery and not with other batteries. JVC cannot guarantee safety or performance of thisproduct when it is operated by other batteries.

• If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn off the power before using itagain.

If a malfunction occurs, stop using the camcorder immediatelyand contact www.jvc.com or by phone at 1-800-252-5722

Recorded data may be erased while the camcorder is being repaired or inspected. Backup all data before requesting repairs or inspections.

Because the camcorder may be used for demonstration in ashop, the demonstration mode is set to [ON] by default

To deactivate the demonstration mode, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (Z p. 57)

When Using an SD Card

• Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC card. Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SDcard (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB).

• If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data thathad already been recorded.

• MultiMediaCards are not supported.



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GE T T I N G

S T A R T E D

Accessories

AP-V20U

AC Adapter

BN-VF808U

Battery Pack

AV Cable

USB Cable CD-ROM Core Filter (x2)

NOTE

Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

Attaching the Core Filter

The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the endof the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.

Release the stopper.3 cm (1-3/16")

USB cable: Wind once.AC Adapter: Wind twice.

To be connectedto the camcorder



Index

DC

D C

DC

B A

NOTE

• The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.

• Be careful not to cover4, 5 and 6 during

shooting.



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GE T T I N G

S T A R T E D

Camcorder

! Touch Sensor (Z p. 9)# OK Button$ MENU Button%

Power Button [ ]& UPLOAD Button (Z p. 53)( PLAY/REC Button (Z p. 20, 21, 24, 25)) Mode Switch [!, #]* DIRECT DVD Button (Z p. 42)

INFO Button (Z p. 22, 23, 35)+ SD Card Slot, EXPORT Button (Z p. 51)- AV Connector (Z p. 31, 50)

. START/STOP Button (Z p. 20)

/ SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 21)0 Zoom Lever [W 7 , T] (Z p. 22)

Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (Z p. 24)1 Speaker2 DC Connector3 USB Connector [ 2 ] (Z p. 41, 46)

4 Lens5 LED Light (Z p. 22)6 Stereo Microphone

7 Grip Strap8 Belt Strap9 Fasten: Stud Hole; Tripod Mounting Socket< Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Z p. 16)



During both Video and Still Image

Recording

4: 55 PMNOV. 1. 20 09

! Selected Recording Mode Indicator

(Z p. 28)@ : Auto Mode3 : Manual Mode

# Effect Mode Indicator (Z p. 30)$ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z p. 30)% LED Light Indicator (Z p. 22)& Scene Select Indicator (Z p. 29)( Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 20, 21)) Zoom Indicator (Z p. 22)* SD Card Slot Indicator

: Slot A (Default Setting)B : Slot B

+ White Balance Indicator (Z p. 30), Monitor Backlight Indicator (Z p. 57)- Battery Indicator. Date/Time (Z p. 16)/ Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator

(Z p. 29)0 Backlight Compensation Indicator (Z p. 28)1 Brightness Control Indicator (Brightness Control Indicator (Z p. 29) . : Photometry Area Control Indicator

(Z p. 30)2 Shutter Speed (Z p. 29)

During Video Recording Only

! Mode Indicator# Export Mode Indicator ((Z p. 51)$

Counter% Upload Mode Indicator ((Z p. 53)& Video Quality:B (ULTRA FINE),

C (FINE),D (NORMAL),E (ECONOMY)(Z p. 56)

( Remaining Time) MREC: (Appears during recording.)

MQ: (Appears during record-standbymode.)

* Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)

(Z p. 56)+ Auto Switch Rec Media (Z p. 56), Wind Cut Indicator (Z p. 56)- Shooting Indicator (Shooting Indicator (Z p. 20). Event Indicator (Z p. 23)

During Still Image Recording Only

! Mode Indicator# Focus Indicator (Z p. 21)$ Image Quality: FINE (fine) or STD

(standard) (Z p. 56)% Remaining Number of Shots

& Shooting Indicator (Z p. 21)( Shutter Mode Indicator (Z p. 55)) Self-Timer Indicator (Z p. 55))

Indications on LCD Monitor



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GE T T I N G

S T A R T E D

During Video Playback

8

4:55 PMNOV. 1. 20 09

! Mode Indicator# Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when

playing back a playlist.) (Z p. 39)$ Video Quality:B (ULTRA FINE),

C (FINE),D (NORMAL),E (ECONOMY)(Z p. 56)

% Counter& Playback Mode F: Playback Q: Pause K: Forward Search J: Reverse Search G: Forward Slow-Motion

E: Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.)( Battery Indicator) Date/Time (Z p. 16)* Volume Level Indicator

During Still Image Playback

4:55 PMNOV. 1. 20 09

! Mode Indicator# Folder/File Number$

Slide Show Playback Indicator% Battery Indicator& Date/Time (Z p. 16)



Charging the Battery Pack

1 Close the LCD monitor to turn off thecamcorder.

2 Attach the battery pack, then connectbattery pack, then connectthe AC adapter.

• With the “” (arrow) on the battery packpointing at the correct direction, slide thebattery pack until it locks in place.

• The power/charge lamp blinks to indicatecharging has started.

• When the lamp goes out, charging isfinished.

L To check the remaining battery powerSee page 22.

L Required charging/recording time(approx.)*When the LED light is off and the monitorbacklight is set to [STANDARD] mode.

Battery pack Charging time Recording time

BN-VF808U

(Provided)

1 hr. 50 min. 2 hr. 45 min.*

BN-VF815U 2 hr. 40 min. 5 hr. 25 min.*

BN-VF823U 3 hr. 40 min. 8 hr. 10 min.*

L To detach the battery pack

NOTE

• You can also use the camcorder with justthe AC adapter.

• The actual recording time may shortendepending on the recording environment,such as when recording scenes with fastmoving.

• Please do not pull or bend the AC adapterplug and cable. This may damage the AC

adapter.

Necessary Settings before Use

AC AdapterTo AC Outlet(110V to 240V)

Date/Time Setting

1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on thecamcorder.

2 Touch MENU.

3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].

VIDEO

SELECT ASPECT RATIO

WIND CUT

DISPLAY SETTINGS

SET QUIT

CONFIGURE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA

4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST].

DISPLAY SETTINGS

9

:;

B

LANGUAGE

DATE DISPLAY STYLE

CLOCK ADJUST

SET QUIT

SET DATE AND TIME

MONITOR BRIGHT

Arrow



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GE T T I N G

S T A R T E D

Language Setting

The language on the display can be changed.


2 Touch MENU.

3Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].

VIDEO

SELECT ASPECT RATIO

WIND CUT

DISPLAY SETTINGS

SET QUIT

CONFIGURE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA

4 Select [LANGUAGE].DISPLAY SETTINGS

9

:;

B

LANGUAGE

DATE DISPLAY STYLE

CLOCK ADJUST

SET QUIT

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE

MONITOR BRIGHT

5 Select the desired language.

L To return to the previous screenSelect@.

L To quit the screenSelect [QUIT].

5 Select [CLOCK SETTING].

CLOCK ADJUST

AREA SETTING

CLOCK SETTING

SET QUIT

SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME


6 Select the city closest to the areawhere you use the camcorder.

AREA SETTING

SET QUIT

GMT : NOV. 1.2009 04:55PM

7 Select [ON] if daylight saving time iseffective.

SET QUIT

SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

NOV. 1.2009 04:55 PM


DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)

OFF

8 Set the date and time.

Select the item by using the touch sensorand select () to set.

SAVE QUIT

CLOCK SETTING

GMT- 5:00

DATE TIME

PM04 551 2009NOV

9 Select [SAVE].

To reset the setting, select [QUIT].

Setting the clock to local time whentraveling

After performing steps 1-4 (Z p. 16)

5 Select [AREA SETTING].

CLOCK ADJUST

AREA SETTING

CLOCK SETTING

SET QUIT

SET WHEN IN ANOTHER COUNTRY


6 Select the city closest to the area you

are traveling.

AREA SETTING

SET QUIT

GMT : NOV. 1.2009 04:55PM



Selected area is highlighted

Principal city of the

selected area

Time difference to

GMT

[ON]: Clock is advanced1 hour from the normaltime which you set.

[OFF]: Deactivates thefunction.



Other Settings

Grip Adjustment

Adjust the strap and fasten.

NOTE

• Do not pull the strap when you open thefasten. Please pull the tab to open it.

• Fasten the strap when you grip thecamcorder.

• When carrying the camcorder, please becareful not to drop it.

Grip Strap

Fasten

Tab

Tripod Mounting

Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripodstud, and the mounting socket with the screw,and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to

mount it to the tripod.

NOTE

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevelsurfaces. It could tip over, causing seriousdamage to the camcorder.

Bottom of the

camcorder



Recording Files

Video Recording

Preparation:

• Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

• Insert an SD card.

Press PLAY/REC to selectrecording mode.

PLAY/REC

Press START/STOP to startrecording.

0 : 00 : 01 REC

B

L To stop recordingPress the START/STOP button again.

L To view the video you just recordedSelectA during pause.During the preview, you can delete thevideo by selecting*.

L To change the video qualityChange the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].(Z p. 56)

L To register a file to an eventSee page 23.

L To change the aspect ratio of the image(16:9/4:3)Change the settings in [SELECT ASPECTRATIO]. (Z p. 56)

L To record a still image during videorecording

Press SNAPSHOT.

Slide the mode switch to select! (video) mode.

NOTE

• The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn the camcorder’s power off andthen on again.

• If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically toconserve power. To turn the camcorder on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitorand open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

• After recording video for 12 consecutive hours, recording stops automatically. To ensure continuous

recording, set [AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA] to [ON] before you start recording. (Z p. 56)

• A new file will be created for every 4 GB of continuous shooting.

• This camcorder records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. This camcorder isnot compatible with other digital video formats.

0 : 00 : 00

B

Approximate remainingtime for recording

You can also start/stop recording byselecting [REC] on the LCD monitor.(On-screen recording control)

SNAPSHOT



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R E C OR D I N G /

P L A Y B A C K

Still Image Recording

Preparation:



Slide the mode switch to select# (still image) mode.

Press PLAY/REC to select therecording mode.

PLAY/REC

Press and hold SNAPSHOThalfway.

The ? indicator becomes green whenthe captured image is focused.

Press SNAPSHOT fully to take astill image.

FINE

NOTE

• DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.

• If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically toconserve power. To turn on the camcorder again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitorand open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

L To view the last recorded imageSelectA after shooting.Selecting* during playback deletesthat image.

L To change the image qualityChange the settings in [IMAGEQUALITY]. (Z p. 56)

L To record still images continuouslySet to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in[SHUTTER MODE]. (Z p. 55)

[9999]FINE



Zooming

Preparation:

• Select ! or # mode.

• Select the recording mode.

Zoom out Zoom in

W: Wide angle T: Telephoto

You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting[W] or [T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screenzoom control)

Maximum zoom ratio (factory-preset).

! mode # mode

[80X/DIGITAL] [35X/OPTICAL]

L To change the maximum zoom ratio(! mode only)Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z p. 56)

NOTE

Macro shooting is possible as close asapprox. 5 cm (2") to the subject when thezoom lever is set all the way to W.

LED Light

Preparation:



1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [LIGHT].

3 Select the desired setting.

ONThe LED light remains onregardless of the surroundingconditions.

AUTOThe LED light turns onautomatically when shooting ininsufficient light conditions.

OFF Deactivates this function.

Checking the Remaining Battery

Power

Preparation:

• Attach the battery pack.


! mode:Press INFO three times or INFO and thenselect ;.# mode:Press INFO.

INFO

DIRECT

DVD

BATTERY CONDITION

MAX TIME

min

100%

50%

0%QUIT

L To quit the screen Select [QUIT] or press INFO.

NOTE

The recordable time display should only beused as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minuteunits.

Recording Files (Continued)



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R E C OR D I N G /

P L A Y B A C K

Registering Files to Events

If you select an event to register the file toevent to register the file tobefore starting recording, you can find the fileeasily at playback.

Preparation:• Select ! mode.


1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [REGISTER EVENT].

VIDEO

LIGHT

VIDEO QUALITY

REGISTER EVENT

SET QUIT

FOR EASY SEARCHING ARRANGE

ZOOM

n

@ @

D

B

1

3 Select the event.

SET QUIT

REGISTER EVENT

VACATION 1

• The selected event is displayed on thescreen.


L To cancel the event registrationSelect [CANCEL] in step 3.

L To search by event

See page 27.

NOTE

Once you select a certain event to register afile, the setting will remain even if you turn offthe camcorder.

Checking the Remaining Space on

the Recording Media

Preparation:

• Select ! mode.

• Select the recording mode.Press the INFO button once (Slot A) ortwice (Slot B).

INFO

DIRECT

DVD

MAX RECORDING TIME

SLOT A

FREE

14h27m

21h25m

B

C

D

E

28h27m

75h12m

USED

SET QUIT

The maximum recording time is displayed for

each video quality mode.

L To change the video quality1) Select the video quality.2) Select [SET].

L To change the recording media1) Press INFO to select SLOT A or SLOT B.2) Select [SET].

L To quit the screen

Select [QUIT].



Playing Back Files

Video Playback

Preparation:



Press PLAY/REC to select theplayback mode.

PLAY/REC

, DIGEST

VIDEO PLAYBACK

NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM

1/2

The index screen appears.

Select the desired file.

L To move to the previous or next pageTouch [] or [] for over a second.

L To play back a few seconds from eachselect scene of the recorded videosTouch [DIGEST].

L To delete a videoSelect* when playback is stopped.

L To change the number of thumbnails(6 thumbnails/20 thumbnails)Move the zoom lever to [W] or [T].

Slide the mode switch to select! (video) mode.

L Operations during Video Playback On-screen buttons

N : Return to the first scene of the fileO : Go to the first scene of the next fileL : Return to the index screenJ : Reverse search (during playback)E : Frame-by-frame playback in reverse

direction (during pause)*F : PlaybackQ : PauseK : Forward search (during playback) G

: Frame-by-frame playback in forwarddirection (during pause)*

* Slow playback starts when you keep touchingthe sensor button under E / G for a while.

LSpeaker volume

− : Turn down thevolume

+ : Turn up thevolume



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R E C OR D I N G /

P L A Y B A C K

Still Image Playback

Preparation:



Press PLAY/REC to select theplayback mode.

PLAY/REC

The index screen appears.

Select the desired file.

Slide the mode switch to select# (still image) mode.

,

IMAGE PLAYBACK

NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM

1/2

L Operations during Still Image Playback On-screen buttons

P : Change playback order of slide show in reverse directionF : Change playback order of slide show in forward directionL : Return to the index screenN : Display the previous fileF : Start the slide showQ : End the slide showO : Display the next file

L To move to the previous or next pageTouch [] or [] for over a second.

L To delete a still imageSelect*.

L To change the number of thumbnails(6 thumbnails/20 thumbnails)Move the zoom lever to [W] or [T].



File Search Function

Preparation:


• Select the playback mode.

Group Index Screen !

You can search the desired file by the group.The group is created automatically based onrecording date and time. And the contents ofthe group are changed when adding/deletingor editing scenes.

1 Select .

2 Select [GROUP].

SET

VIDEO PLAYBACK

NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM

1/2

GROUP

SEARCH DATE

SEARCH EVENT

3 Select the file you want to play back.

DIGEST QUIT

VIDEO (GROUP)

NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM

1/2

1

4

3

2

1

2

The number of files in the group isdisplayed in the thumbnails.

L To return to the index screen

[email protected] To quit the screen

Select [QUIT].

NOTE

• The contents of the group may be changeddepending on the interval of the recordingtime. To change the contents, register theevent. (Z p. 23)

• The created groups may not be listed by

recording date such as when copying thefiles to an SD card.

Date Index Screen

You can search the desired file by therecording date.

1 Select .

In case of # mode, go to step 3.

2 Select [SEARCH DATE].

SET

VIDEO PLAYBACK

NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM

1/2

GROUP

SEARCH DATE

SEARCH EVENT

3 Select the recording date.

QUIT

SEARCH DATE

NOV.05.2009

NOV.01.2009

SET

NOV.20.2009

NOV.27.2009

DEC.28.2009


DIGEST QUIT

NOV.01.2009

NOV. 01. 2009 04:56PM

1/2

L To return to the index screenSelect@.


Select [QUIT].

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To Play Back MPG Files

An MOD file is created in the EXTMOV folderwhen management infomation is corrupted.Follow the procedure below to play back the

MPG files in the EXTMOV folder.Preparation:

• Select ! mode.


1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [PLAYBACK MPG FILE].

VIDEO

PLAYBACK PLAYLISTEDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

SET QUIT

PLAY DAMAGED FILES

DUBBING PLAYBACK

v


[MPG] 1/2

L To return to the normal file playbackmodeSelect@.

NOTE

Depending on the condition of the damagedfile, playback might fail or may not run smoothly.

Event Screen !

You can search the desired file by the eventthat you registered the file to when recording.(Z p. 23) After searching by the event, youcan search by the recording date to narrow

down the search.

1 Select .

2 Select [SEARCH EVENT].

SET

VIDEO PLAYBACK

NOV. 01. 2009 04:55PM

1/2

GROUP

SEARCH DATE

SEARCH EVENT

3 Select the event.

SET QUIT

SEARCH EVENT

VACATION 1

4 Select the recording date.To display all the files, select [ALLSCENES].

QUIT

SEARCH EVENT

ALL SCENES

NOV.01.2009

SET

NOV.05.2009

NOV.20.2009

NOV.27.2009


DIGEST QUIT

NOV. 01.2009 1/1

NOV. 01.2009 04:55PM

L To return to the index screenSelect@.


L To change the event registration of afileSee page 36.



Manual recording mode enables you to setthe focus and screen brightness etc. manually.

Changing to Manual Recording Mode

Preparation:



Select [A/M] twice.

[4 h 59 m]B

L To return to the auto recording modeSelect [A/M] so that the 4 indicatorappears.

Backlight Compensation

Backlight compensation brightens the subjectby increasing the exposure.

In the manual recording mode:

Select -.

REC

L To cancel backlight compensationSelect - again.

NOTE

If the LCD monitor is turned upside down, - is not displayed. Change the setting when theLCD monitor is in the normal position.

Manual Setting in Menu

In the manual recording mode:

1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [MANUAL SETTING].

VIDEO

LIGHT

VIDEO QUALITY

REGISTER EVENT

SET QUIT

USE DETAIL SETTINGS BASED

M MANUAL SETTING

n

D

B

¤

1

3 Select the desired menu.

VIDEO

SCENE SELECT

SHUTTER SPEED

FOCUS

SET QUIT

THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

9 @

@

@

1


SCENE SELECT

SHUTTER SPEED

FOCUS

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

9 @

@@

1CENE SELEC

SHUTTER SPEED

FOCUS

9

@

VIDEO

SET QUIT

MANUAL@

AUTO

Depending on the kind of settings youselect, you can set the value by using thetouch sensor.



Manual Recording



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Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset

SCENE SELECTAdjusts the exposure andshutter speed to suit yoursurroundings or the subject.

1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function.5 NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim locations by

adjusting the shutter speed automatically. TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.

6 PORTRAIT : The subject in the foreground is accentuated byblurring the background.

H SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly.G SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may appear too dark

when shooting in extremely bright surroundings, such asin snow.

/ SPOTLIGHT: Select this when a spotlight makes a subjectappear too bright.

FOCUSAdjusts the focus.

[AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically.

3 MANUAL:@ A : Adjusts the focus manually. (When zooming, thesubject will not go out of focus if you adjust the focus at thetelephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide-angle (W)side.)

g ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

Adjusts the brightness.

! mode [AUTO][AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.

3 MANUAL:–6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments

of 1.

# mode [AUTO][AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.

3 MANUAL:–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in

increments of 1/3EV.

9 SHUTTER SPEEDA fast shutter speed canfreeze the motion of afast-moving subject, anda slow shutter speed canblur the subject to give theimpression of motion.

! mode

@ [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.

3 MANUAL:

1/2 to 1/4000: The smaller the value, the faster the shutter

speed.# mode

@ [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.

3 MANUAL:

1/2 to 1/500: The smaller the value, the faster the shutterspeed.

NOTE

It is recommended to use the tripod when recording with a slowshutter speed.




WB WBAdjusts the white balance toachieve the optimum colorsfor the amount of light in yoursurroundings during recording.

@ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.

3 MANUAL:B MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on

the light source.

1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper infront of the camcorder so that thewhite paper fills the screen.

2) Keep touching OK until the B indicator appears.

D FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.E CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.F HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is

used.

PHOTOMETRY AREAEnables you to adjust thebrightness in the desired spotwhen backlight compensationdoes not work well.

6 [WHOLE SCREEN]: Brightness is adjusted automaticallyfor whole screen.

7 SPOT: Brightness for the specified spot is adjustedautomatically.

w EFFECTEnables you to record videos

or still images with specialeffects.

1 [OFF]: No effect is used.J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old still images.K MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old

movies.L CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of

an old movie atmosphere.M STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive

snapshots.* ! mode only.

t TELE MACROEnables you to shoot asubject as large as possibleat a distance of approx. 50 cmcm

(1.64 ft)..

1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function.

0 ON: Activates the function.

NOTE

Set [TELE MACRO] to [OFF] if you will not take close-up still

images.Non-close-up still images will be blurred if [TELE MACRO] is

set to [ON].

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Viewing Files on TV

This camcorder is designed to be usedwith NTSC-type color television signals. Itcannot be used with a television of a differentstandard.

Connection with TV

You can output videos from the AV connector.

L To connect using the AV connector.

Preparation:

• Turn off all units.

Playback Operation

After the connection with TV is completed

1 Turn on the camcorder and the TV.

2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

3 (Only when connecting the camcorder tothe VCR/DVD recorder)

Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, andset the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUXinput mode.

4 Start playback on the camcorder.(Z p. 24, 25)

L To display the camcorder’s on-screendisplay on TVSet [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (Z p. 58)

ACAdapter

DCConnector

AVConnector

AV Input Connector

AV Cable



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Deleting All Files


3 Select [DELETE ALL].

VIDEO DELETE

FILE SELECT

CURRENT

SET QUIT

DELETE ALL SCENES

DELETE ALL

4 Select [YES].

SET

YES

NO

DELETE ALL?

(EXCEPT PROTECTED SCENE)

VIDEO DELETE


Deleting Selected Files


3 Select [FILE SELECT].

VIDEO DELETE

FILE SELECT

CURRENT

SET QUIT

SELECT AND DELETE SCENE

DELETE ALL

4 Select the desired file and select *.

CHECK EXEC.

VIDEO DELETE

QUIT

1/2

• The* mark appears on the file. Toselect other files, repeat this step.

• To check the content of the file, select[CHECK].

5 Select [EXEC].

6 Select [YES].

SET QUIT

YES

NO

DELETE SELECTED SCENES?

VIDEO DELETE




Protecting Files

Preparation:



1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [EDIT].

VIDEO

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

SET QUIT

CAN BE SET TO PREVENT COPY

DUBBING PLAYBACK

3 Select [PROTECT/CANCEL].

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

DUBBING PLAYBACK

EDIT PLAYLI T

PLAYBA K MP FIL

DUBBING PLAYBACK

VIDEO

SET QUIT

SCENE SELECT

FOCUS

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

TRIMMING

MOVE

COPY

PROTECT/CANCEL

PROTECT VIDEO FROM DELETION

x

Protecting the Currently Displayed File

After performing steps 1-3

4 Select [CURRENT].

PROTECT/CANCEL

FILE SELECT

CURRENT

SET QUIT

PROTECT EACH SCENE

PROTECT ALL

CANCEL ALL

5 Select [YES].

SET QUIT�

YES

NO

�

PROTECT?

You can select the previous or next file byselecting{ or}.


Protecting Selected Files


4 Select [FILE SELECT].

PROTECT/CANCEL

FILE SELECT

CURRENT

SET QUIT

SELECT AND PROTECT SCENE

PROTECT ALL

CANCEL ALL

5 Select the desired file and select x.

CHECK

VIDEO PROTECT

QUIT

1/2

• The x (protection) mark appears on thefile. To select other files, repeat this step.

• To check the content of the file, select[CHECK].

6 Select [QUIT].

7 Select [YES].

SET

YES

NO

QUIT PROTECT?

VIDEO PROTECT

L To release protectionSelect the protected file in step 5.

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Viewing File InformationFile Information

Preparation:! mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file

on the index screen.# mode: Play back the still image. Otherwise, selectthe file on the index screen.

Press INFO.

INFO

DIRECT

DVD

VIDEO PLAYBACK

FILE : MOV019.MOD

FOLDER : PRG001

DATE/TIME : NOV. 01.2009 04:55PM

PB TIME : 0:10: 15

QUALITY : ULTRA FINE

PROTECT : OFF

2/2

i

• FILE: File name

• FOLDER: Folder name

• DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording

• PB TIME (! mode): Playback time (length of the file)

• SIZE (# mode):

Image size• QUALITY: Video quality/Image quality (Z p. 56)

• PROTECT: File protection status (Z p. 34)

L To turn off the file information displayPress INFO again.

Protecting All Files


4 Select [PROTECT ALL].

PROTECT/CANCEL

FILE SELECT

CANCEL ALL

CURRENT

SET QUIT

PROTECT ALL SCENES

PROTECT ALL

5 Select [YES].

SET

YES

NO

PROTECT ALL?

VIDEO PROTECT


L To release protection of all files1) In step 4, select [CANCEL ALL].2) Select [YES].



6 Select a new event.To cancel the event registration, select[CANCEL].

SET QUITCANCEL

CHANGE EVENT REG.

SPORTS 1

Changing the Event of the SelectedFiles


4 Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE].

CHANGE EVENT REG.

SET RANGE AND CHANGE

CURRENT

SET QUIT

SELECT MULTIPLE SCENES

5 Select the first file of the range.

SET CHECK

CHANGED(FROM HERE)

QUIT

1/2

To preview scenes, select the file andselect [CHECK].

6 Select the last file of the range.

7 Select a new event.To cancel the event registration, select[CANCEL].

SET QUITCANCEL

CHANGE EVENT REG.

SPORTS 1


Changing the Event Registration

Preparation:

• Select ! mode.


1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [EDIT].

VIDEO

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

SET QUIT


DUBBING PLAYBACK

3 Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

DUBBING PLAYBACK

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBA K MP FIL

DUBBIN PLAYBA

VIDEO

SET QUIT

SCENE SELECT

FOCUS

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

MOVE

PROTECT/CANCEL

CAN SET OR CHANGE THE EVENT

x

TRIMMING

CHANGE EVENT REG.

Changing the Event of the CurrentlyDisplayed File


4 Select [CURRENT].

CHANGE EVENT REG.

SET RANGE AND CHANGE

CURRENT

SET QUIT

SELECT SCENES ONE BY ONE

5 Select the file you want to register.

SET QUIT�

YES

NO

�

CHANGE EVENT?

You can select the previous or next file byselecting{ or}.

Managing Files (Continued)



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Trimming Files

You can select the necessary part of thevideo and save it as a new video file.

Preparation:• Select ! mode.


1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [EDIT].

VIDEO

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

SET QUIT


DUBBING PLAYBACK

3 Select [TRIMMING].

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

DUBBING PLAYBACK

EDIT PLAYLI T

PLAYBA K MP FIL

DUBBING PLAYBACK

VIDEO

SET QUIT

SCENE SELECT

FOCUS

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

MOVE

COPY

PROTECT/CANCEL

TO CAPTURE A PARTICULAR

x

TRIMMING

4 Select the desired file.

SET

TRIMMING

QUIT

1/2

5 Select [SET] at the start point.

It is recommended to select [SET] afterthe pause button is pressed.

QUITQ KJ

J

SET

TRIM (FROM HERE)

E

0 : 12 : 05

S

6 Select [SET] at the end point.

It is recommended to select [SET] afterthe pause button is pressed.

QUITQ KJ

J

SET

CANCEL

TRIM (UNTIL HERE)

E

0 : 08 : 050 : 12 : 05

S

To cancel the start point setting, select[CANCEL].

7 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE].

QUITSET

SET

E

0 : 08 : 050 : 12 : 05

S

CAPTURE TRIMMED FILEREDEFINE AREA

To set the start/end point again, select[REDEFINE AREA].

8 Select [YES].

When copying is finished, the copied file isadded to the index screen.

9 Touch OK.


Use these controls tolocate the start point.



It is a list that enables you to organizerecorded videos in order of preference.

Preparation:

• Select ! mode.


Creating PlaylistsPlaylists

1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].

VIDEO

UPLOAD SETTINGS

SEARCH

EDIT PLAYIST

SET QUIT

TO CREATE PLAYLIST ORDER

PLAYBACK PLAYLISTv

3 Select [NEW LIST].

EDIT PLAYLIST

EDIT

NEW LIST

SET QUIT

CREATE NEW ORIGINAL VIDEO

DELETE

4 Select an item and display files.

NEW LIST

CREATE BY DATE

CREATE FROM SCENE

SET QUIT

SELECT AND CREATE SCENE

CREATE BY GROUP

CREATE BY EVENT

• [CREATE FROM SCENE]:

Display all files individually.• [CREATE BY DATE]:

Display all the files listed by recordingdate.

• [CREATE BY GROUP]:Display all files listed by group.

• [CREATE BY EVENT]:Search for an event and display thecorresponding files listed by recordingdate.

5 Select the file to add to playlist.

FROM SCENENOV.01.2009

TOTAL

00h10m

QUITCHECKSELECT

To preview scenes, select the file andselect [CHECK].

6 Select the insertion point.

FROM SCENENOV.01.2009

TOTAL

00h10m

DVD1

QUITCHECKSAVESELECT

• To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.

• To delete a registered scene, select theregistered file, then select [CANCEL].

7 Select [SAVE].

8 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].

SET

SAVE AND QUIT

RETURN

DELETE AND QUIT

QUIT PLAYLIST.SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?


NOTE

• A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.• If you delete the original files, thecorresponding files are also deleted fromthe playlist.

Playlists



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Playing Back Playlists

1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST].VIDEO

UPLOAD SETTINGS

SEARCH

DELETE

SET QUIT

PLAY BACK ORIGINAL VIDEO IN

PLAYBACK PLAYLISTv

$

3 Select the playlist.

PLAYBACK PLAYLIST

02 NOV.05.2009 07:55PM

01 NOV.01.2009 04:55PM

CHECK QUIT

03 NOV.05.2009 10:40AM

04 NOV.20.2009 02:03PM

05 DEC.28.2009 11:15AM

L To stop playback SelectL.


L To play back from the desired scene1) In step 3, select [CHECK]. (The index

screen for playlist appears.)2) Select the desired scene.

Other Operations of Playlists

You can perform additional editing and deletefiles in a created playlist.

Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist


3 Select [EDIT].

4 Select the playlist you want to edit.

To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to8. (Z p. 38)

Deleting Playlist

Original files are not deleted even if you deletethe playlist.


3 Select [DELETE].

4 Select a playlist you want to delete.To delete all playlists at once, select[DELETE ALL].

5 When [DELETE PLAYLIST?] appears,select [YES].



Copying Files

Types of Copying and Connectable Device

DVD Burner(CU-VD50/CU-VD3)You can copy video filesrecorded on this camcorderonto DVD discs. (Z right

column)

VCR/DVD RecorderYou can dub video filesrecorded on this camcorderonto DVD discs. (Z p. 50)

PCYou can copy video/ still image files on thiscamcorder onto your PC.(Z p. 45 to 47)

NOTE

It is recommended to use the JVC DVDburner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using

CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording timemay take approx. 2 times longer than the timethat is described in the instruction manual ofDVD burner.

Copying/Moving Files

You can copy or move files between the Slot Aand Slot B of the SD cards.

Preparation:



• Make sure that SD card is inserted in theSD slot.

• Make sure that enough free space is left inthe copy/move destination medium.

1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [EDIT].

VIDEO

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

SET QUIT


DUBBING PLAYBACK

3 Select [COPY] or [MOVE].

EDIT PLAYLIST

PLAYBACK MPG FILE

EDIT

DUBBING PLAYBACK

EDIT PLAYLI T

PLAYBA K MP FIL

DUBBING PLAYBACK

VIDEO

SET QUIT

SCENE SELECT

FOCUS

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

TRIMMING

MOVE

PROTECT/CANCEL

COPY FILES BETWEEN

x

COPY

• [COPY]:Files are copied to the destinationmedium while leaving original files in thesource medium.

• [MOVE]:Files are moved to the destinationmedium while deleting original files in thesource medium.

! mode

# mode



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Using a DVD Burner

Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW

• Regarding DVD-R discs, only unused DVD-R

discs can be used. Regarding DVD-RWdiscs, used DVD-RW discs can also beused, but they need to be formatted beforerecording. Formatting a disc deletes allcontent recorded on the disc up until thattime.

• Dual-layer discs cannot be used.

Regarding finalization after copying

The disc is automatically finalized so that

it can be played on other devices. Afterfinalizing, the disc is a play-only disc, so nomore files can be added.

Connection with a DVD Burner

Preparation:Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on theDVD burner.

NOTE

Refer also to the optional DVD burner’sinstruction manual.

*Use the USB cable that came with the DVDburner.

DC

Connector

USBConnector

AC Adapter

To AC Outlet

*USB Cable

USB Jack

DVD Burner

4 Select the direction.[SLOT A SLOT B] or [SLOT B SLOT A]

SET QUIT

COPY VIDEO

SELECT COPY DIRECTION

SLOT B SLOT A

SLOT A SLOT B


SET QUIT

SELECT AND COPY

COPY ALL

SELECT THE OBJECT

TO BE COPIED

COPY VIDEO

• [COPY ALL]/[MOVE ALL]: Select this to transfer all files in therecording medium.When the size of all files in the SLOT A islarger than the free space of the SLOT B,only the files that can be containedin the free space will be copied.

• [SELECT AND COPY]/[SELECT AND

MOVE]: Select when you want to transfer theselected files.

1) Select the desired file, and touch OK.The s mark appears on the file. Toselect other files, repeat this step.

2) Select [EXEC].

6 Select [YES].

SET QUIT

NO

YES

COPY QUANTITY:0009

START COPY?

COPY VIDEO

File transfer starts. When [COPYINGCOMPLETED] / [MOVING COMPLETED]appears, touch OK.


1) Select [QUIT].

L To stop the file transfer1) Select [STOP].2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].



Copying Files (Continued)

Backup All Files

Preparation:

• Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner.

• Select ! mode.

1 Select [CREATE FROM ALL].

CREATE DVD

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE DUPLICATE

CREATE FROM ALL

SET

COPY RECORDED VIDEOS

PLAYBACK


CREATE FROM ALL

UNSAVED SCENES

ALL SCENES

SET

COPY ALL VIDEOS TO DVD

• [ALL SCENES]: All files in the recording medium arecopied.

• [UNSAVED SCENES]:

Files that have never been copied to aDVD disc are automatically selected andcopied.

3 Select the desired disc number.

DVD CREATION LIST

ALL(TOTAL:3)

DVD1

DVD2

DVD3

SET QUITCHECK

• If you select [ALL], all discs in the list arecreated.

• To preview scenes, select [CHECK].

• mark shows that the disc is createdalready.

4 Select [YES] or [NO].

• [YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.

• [NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date.

5 Select [EXECUTE].

• The files are copied on the disc. When[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.

• When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,

change the disc. Remaining files arecopied on the second disc.

• To cancel copying, select [STOP].

Copying Video Files that Have NeverBeen Copied

Files that have never been copied to the DVDdiscs are automatically selected and copied.

1Open the LCD monitor to turn on thecamcorder.

2 Press DIRECT DVD.

INFO

DIRECT

DVD

3 Select [EXECUTE].

SET QUIT

RETURN

EXECUTE

UNSAVED SCENES

READY TO CREATE

DVD-R

• The DVD disc begins to be created.When [COMPLETED] appears, touchOK.

• When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,change the disc. Remaining files arecopied on the second disc.

• To cancel the DVD creation, select[STOP].

L To quit the screen1) Select [QUIT].2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].



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Selecting Files for Backup

Preparation:

• Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner.

• Select ! mode.

1 Select [SELECT AND CREATE].

CREATE DVD

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE DUPLICATE

CREATE FROM ALL

SET

COPY PREFERRED VIDEOS

PLAYBACK


SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE BY EVENT

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SET

COPY GROUPED VIDEOS BY

SELECT FROM SCENES

• [CREATE BY DATE]: Files are sorted according to the dateon which they were recorded. Relevantfiles are displayed in a list. Select therecording date.

• [CREATE BY EVENT]: Files are sorted according to event.Relevant files are displayed in a list.Select the event.

• [CREATE BY PLAYLIST]:Select the desired playlist from the listof playlists. The selected playlists aredisplayed in a list.1) Select the desired list.2) Select the insertion point. To select

other lists, repeat this process.3) Select [SAVE].

• [SELECT FROM SCENES]: Select files individually.1) Select the desired file. To select other

files, repeat this process.2) Select [SAVE].

3 Select the desired disc number.

DVD CREATION LIST

ALL(TOTAL:3)

DVD1

DVD2

DVD3

SET QUITCHECK

• If you select [ALL], all discs in the list arecreated.

• To preview scenes, select [CHECK].

• mark shows that the disc is createdalready.

4 Select [YES] or [NO].

• [YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.

• [NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date.

5 Select [EXECUTE].

• The files are copied on the disc. When[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.

• When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,change the disc. Remaining files arecopied on the second disc.

• To cancel copying, select [STOP].

L To quit the screen1) Select [QUIT].2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].

NOTE

In case of [CREATE BY PLAYLIST], date/timeon the file information display shows thedate of copying the file, instead of the actualrecording date.

L To duplicate a discThe last creation date is displayed. (Up to20 files)1) In step 1, select [CREATE DUPLICATE].2) Select the date and go to step 5.

L To check whether the DVD disc wascreated properlyIn step 1, select [PLAYBACK].




L To play back the created disc using thecamcorder1) Connect the camcorder to the DVD

burner.2) Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on

the DVD burner.

3) Select [PLAYBACK].4) Select the desired folder.5) Select the creation date of the disc.6) Select the desired file. To return to the

previous screen, select@.

L Disc numberDisc number shows the number of DVDdiscs you can create. The dubbing rangeof each disc is automatically allocated,presuming that all the files are to be

dubbed from the first one on the list. Thisdubbing range cannot be changed.E.g.) “DVD1” can contain two files,“JAN.01.2009” and “JAN.15.2009”.

DVD1

DVD2

JAN. 01. 2009 09:05AM

JAN. 15. 2009 09:15AM

FEB. 01. 2009 09:05AM

FEB. 08. 2009 09:15AM

L Title and chapter of created DVDEach recording date becomes one title ina created DVD and each file recorded in asame day becomes one chapter in the title.

Digest Playback

You can play back a few seconds from eachselect scene of the recorded videos in thecreated DVD.Create a DVD using a DVD burner (CU-VD50/ CU-VD3).

1 Load the created DVD on the DVDplayer.

2 On the TV, select [DIGESTPLAYBACK].*

DIGEST PLAYBACK

NOV.01.2009 04:55PM

NOV.10.2009 02:23PM

NOV.01.2009 06:24PM

NOV.27.2009 04:52PM

NOV.03.2009 14:42PM

1/2

DEC.23.2009 11:15PM

You can view the previous or next page byselected £ / ¤.* The screen does not appear on thecamcorder.

3The digest is played backcontinuously.

L To normal playback / To the index menu1) Press the top menu button on the

remote control of the DVD device duringthe digest playback.

2) Select the desired item.

NOTE

“Digest Playback” menu is not availablewhen DVD is burned using the providedMediaBrowser software.

JAN. 11. 2009: file 3 and 4 were recorded.

JAN. 10. 2009: file 1 and 2 were recorded.

Create a DVD

File 1 File 2

File 4File 3

1 2 3 4

Title

Chapter

File 1 File 2 File 3 File 4

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Creating a DVD using a PC

You can copy the data from the camcorder andcreate a DVD using a PC.

Q Installing the software to the PC

System Requirements

Windows Vista

OS: Windows Vista ®

Home Basic (SP1)

Home Premium (SP1)

(32-bit, pre-installed)

CPU: Either one of the following:

• Intel ® Pentium ® 4, 1.6 GHz or higher

• Intel ® Pentium ® M, 1.4 GHz or higher

• Intel ® Core™ Duo, 1.5 GHz or higher

RAM: At least 1 GB

Windows XP

OS: Windows ® XP

Home Edition (SP2/SP3)

Professional (SP2/SP3)

(pre-installed)

CPU: Either one of the following:

• Intel ® Pentium ® 4, 1.6 GHz or higher

• Intel ® Pentium ® M, 1.4 GHz or higher

• Intel ® Core™ Duo, 1.5 GHz or higher

RAM: At least 512 MB

L To check the PC specification

Right-click on [Computer] (or [MyComputer]) in the [Start] menu and select

[Properties].

NOTE

• Make sure your PC has a recordable DVDdrive.

• If your system does not meet therequirements, it is recommended to copyfiles using the DVD burner. (Z p. 41)

•Macintosh users may use the software

included with their Macintosh (iMovie ’08,iPhoto) to copy files to their computer.

Preparation:Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.In Windows Vista, the auto play dialog boxappears.

1 Click [Easy Installation].

Follow the on-screen instructions.

2 Click [Next].

3 Click [Finish].

Everio MediaBrowser icon is created onthe desktop.

L To see the Instruction Guide forEverio MediaBrowser

1) Double-click the icon of the Everio

MediaBrowser.

2) Click [Help], and click [MediaBrowser

Help]. Click Click




R Making Backup on the PC

Preparation:

• Install the software to the PC.

• Make sure that enough free space is left in

the PC’s hardisk.• Close the LCD monitor to turn off thecamcorder.


2 Select [BACK UP].

USB MENU

CREATE DVD

UPLOAD

EXPORT TO LIBRARY

SET QUIT

SAVE RECORDED VIDEO/STILL

BACK-UP

Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC.

3 Click [All volume in camcorder] andclick [Next].

4 Click [Start].

Backup starts.

L To disconnect the camcorder from thePC

1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove

Hardware) on the task bar and select

[Safely remove USB Mass Storage

Device].

2) Follow the on-screen instructions and

make sure that the device can be safelyremoved.

3) Disconnect the USB cable and close the

LCD monitor.

NOTE

It takes time to back up many videos.

USB Cable

USB Connector

USB Connector

DCConnector

AC Adapter

To AC Outlet



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S Making User Lists to Arrange theFiles

You can make a user list of a certain subject(such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the filesrelated to the subject into the user list.

Preparation:Make backup on the PC.

1 Double-click the icon and open thecalendar.

2 Select [Movies only].

3 Click [+].

4 Input the name of the new user listand click [OK].

5 Double-click the recording date.

The files recorded on the day aredisplayed.

6 Drag the file and drop into the userlist.

To add other files into the user list, repeatsteps 5 and 6.




T Copying Files to a DVD

Preparation:Use a recordable DVD disc. (It isrecommended to use a DVD-R disc.)

1 Select the user list and click [CreateDisc].

2 Click [Select files individually] andclick [Next].

To add all the files onto DVD discs, click[Select all files displayed], then go to step 4.

3 Drag the file, and drop into the partat the bottom and click [Next].

4 Input the disc name, select the topmenu style and click [Next].

5 Click [Start].

NOTE

• For detail on operating Everio MediaBrowser,click [Help] and refer to “MediaBrowser Help”.

• Adobe ® Reader ® must be installed to read“MediaBrowser Help”. Adobe ® Reader ® canbe loaded from Adobe’s web site:

http://www.adobe.com• For assistance in operating the provided

software, refer to the support information.(Z p. 49)



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[XXXJVCSO]

[DCIM]

[SD_VIDEO]

[EXTMOV]

[PRIVATE]

[MGR_INFO]

[PRGXXX]

[PRGXXX]

[PRGXXX.PGI]

[MOVXXX.MOD]

[MOVXXX.MOI]

[MOV_XXX.MOD]

* Information such as the date and time of recording, recorded with the video file.

Recording medium X = number

Management information*

Contains the video file folders.

Contains the still image folders.

Management information* for the media as a whole

Video file

Management information* for the video files

Contains management information files of event and/or DVDcreation information for the files taken with the camcorder.

Video file which management information is corrupted.

Folder Structure and Extensions

Customer Support Information

Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence.

JVCWhen contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide ServiceNetwork at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have

the following information ready.

• Product Name, Model, Problem, Error Message• PC (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB))

Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specificationsor performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.

PixelaRegion Language Phone #

USA and Canada English +1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)

Europe (UK, Germany, France,and Spain)

English/German/French/Spanish +800-1532-4865 (toll-free)

Other Countries in EuropeEnglish/German/French/Spanish/

Italian/Dutch+44-1489-564-764

Asia (Philippines) English +63-2-438-0090

China Chinese +86-21-5385-3786

Homepage: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/index.htmlPlease check our website for latest information and downloading.

http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html

http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/index.html

http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/index.html

http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html




2 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUXinput mode.

Check that the images from the camcorderare input correctly to the VCR/DVDrecorder.

3 Play back playlists on the camcorder.

1) Touch MENU.2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK].3) Select the desired playlist.4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is

displayed for 5 seconds at the first andthe last scene.)

4 At the point you want to startdubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder.Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’sinstruction manual.

L To stop dubbing

Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder,then press START/STOP again.

L To hide the date or icons on the screen Change the settings in [DISPLAY ON TV].

(Z p. 58)

Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder

Preparation:

• Create a playlist.

• Turn off all units.

L To connect using the AV connectors(analog dubbing)

AV

DC Connector

To AC Outlet

AV Cable

AV Connector(Input)

VCR/DVD Recorder

AC Adapter

AV Connector




Transferring the Files to PC

Preparation:

• Install iTunes ® on a PC. http://www.apple.com/itunes/

1 Connect the camcorder to the PCwith the USB cable.

2 Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY].

USB MENU

CREATE DVD

UPLOAD

EXPORT TO LIBRARY

SET QUIT

EASY VIDEO REGISTRATION

BACK UP

All the files with the export setting turnedon are transferred to PC.

LCannot export the file to iTunes ®

• Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,“Download Information”, etc. in [Click forLatest Product Info] in the help of theprovided Everio MediaBrowser software.

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Uploading Files to Websites

Turning on the Upload Mode

You can upload the file to video sharingwebsites (YouTube™) quickly after recording.For more information on YouTube™, visit

YouTube™ website: http://www.youtube.com/

Preparation:

• Select ! mode.


Press UPLOAD twice.

ON

UPLOAD REC

UPLOAD

If you record a file with the upload mode

set on, the recording stops automatically

10 minutes after the recording is started.

The remaining time is displayed on the

LCD monitor.

NOTE

The upload mode turns off each timerecording is finished.

Upload Trimming

You can select the necessary part of thevideo and save it as a new video file ready foruploading.

Preparation:

• Select ! mode.


1 Touch MENU.

2 Select [UPLOAD SETTINGS].

VIDEO

UPLOAD SETTINGS

SEARCH

DELETE

SET QUIT

SELECT SCENE FOR UPLOADING

PLAYBACK PLAYLISTv

$

3 Select the desired file.

UPLOAD SETTINGS

SET QUIT

1/2

4 Select [SET] at the start point.

QUITQ KJ

J

SET

TRIM (FROM HERE)

E

0 : 12 : 05

S

5 Select [SET] at the end point.

QUITQ KJCANCEL

J

SET

TRIM (UNTIL HERE)

E

0 : 08 : 050 : 12 : 05

S

• The duration between the start point andthe end point cannot be longer than10 minutes.

• To cancel the start point setting, select[CANCEL].



6 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE].

QUITSET

SET

E

0 : 08 : 050 : 12 : 05

S

CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE

REDEFINE AREA

To set the start/end point again, select

[REDEFINE AREA].

7 Select [YES].When copying is finished, the copied file is

added to the index screen.


Select [QUIT].

Uploading Files

For details on uploading files, refer to theoperation guide of MediaBrowser in theCD-ROM.

1 Connect the camcorder to the PCwith the USB cable.

2 Select [UPLOAD].

USB MENU

CREATE DVD

UPLOAD

EXPORT TO LIBRARY

SET QUIT

EASY UPLOAD TO VIDEO

PLAYBACK ON PC

LCannot upload the file toYouTube™Cannot upload the file to YouTube™

• You need your YouTube™ account toupload files to YouTube™. Create youraccount.

• Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,“Download Information”, etc. in [Click forLatest Product Info] in the help of theprovided Everio MediaBrowser software.

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1 Touch MENU.


VIDEO

VIDEO QUALITY

REGISTER EVENT

DIS

SET QUIT

IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO

ZOOM

n

@

q

@

B

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VIDEO QUALITY

REGISTER EVENT

DIS

ZOOM

n

@

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0

VIDEO QUALIT

REGISTER EVENT

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VIDEO

SET QUIT

OFF

0

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Changing the Menu Settings



Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset

! # MANUAL SETTING See page 28. (In the manual recording mode only)

! # D LIGHT See page 22.

! REGISTER EVENT See page 23.

#

z SELF-TIMERStarts recording when the set timeelapses after the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC

NOTE

• You can confirm the countdown on the camcorderscreen.

• It is recommended to attach the camcorder to atripod and use this function to prevent the vibrationafter SNAPSHOT is pressed.

#

8 SHUTTER MODERecords still imagescontinuously while SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

[RECORD ONE SHOT]: Records one still image

at a time.CONTINUOUS SHOOTING:Records still images continuously whileSNAPSHOT is pressed.

NOTE

• The interval between recording still images isapprox. 0.3 seconds.

• Continuous shooting may not work well dependingon the recording medium.

• The continuous shooting speed will drop if thisfunction is used repeatedly.



Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)

Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset

! n VIDEO QUALITYSets the video quality.

[ULTRA FINE] / FINE / NORMAL / ECONOMY

# n IMAGE QUALITYSets the image quality.

[FINE] / STANDARD

! @ ZOOMZOOMSets the maximum zoom ratio.

35X/OPTICAL / 40X/DYNAMIC* / [80X/DIGITAL] /800X/DIGITAL* Dynamic zoomThe combination of optical and digital zoomtechnology offers higher zoom ratio than optical zoomwithout reducing the quality.

NOTE

Optical zoom is used up to [35X/OPTICAL]. Digitalzoom is used from more than [35X/OPTICAL] up tothe selected zoom ratio.

! q DISDISCompensates for hand shake.

OFF: Disables the function.[ON]: Activates the function.

NOTE

• Complete stabilization may not be possible if handshake is excessive, or depending on the shootingconditions.

• Switch off this mode when recording with thecamcorder on a tripod.

! #

GAIN UPMakes the subject appear brightautomatically when you record indark places. However, the overallcolor tones appear grayish.

! mode OFF: Deactivates the function.AGC : Electrically brightens the scene in dark place.[AUTO]: Automatically brightens the scene when

it is dark. (Becomes brighter than [AGC]. Themotion of a subject may look unnatural ifrecorded in some condition.)

# modeOFF: Deactivates the function.[AGC] : Electrically brightens the scene in dark place.

! ! SELECT ASPECT RATIOSelects the aspect ratio for videos.

[16:9]: Records videos in 16:9 size.4:3: Records videos in 4:3 size.

NOTE

• If the [VIDEO QUALITY] is set to [ECONOMY], youcannot record in 16:9 size.

• If you want to copy the recorded videos onto DVDdiscs, it is recommended not to mix 16:9 sizevideos and 4:3 size videos.

! o WIND CUTReduces noise caused by wind.

[OFF]: Deactivates the function.ON: Activates the function.

!

AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIASwitches recording mediaautomatically from SLOT A toSLOT B and vice versa after thecard in the selected slot is full.

OFF: Deactivates the function.

[ON]: Activates the function.NOTE

The switching time of the SD cards requiresapproximately 3 seconds. If there are many videos anddata in the SD card, it might take up to a few minutes toperform the switch. No video is recorded during that time.




REC RECORD BUTTONRECORD BUTTONEnables the recording button[REC] on the LCD monitor.

OFF: Deactivates the function.[ON]: Activates the function.

& QUICK RESTARTEnables the camcorder to startup quickly when you turn off thecamcorder and then on againwithin 5 minutes by closing andopening the LCD monitor.

OFF: Deactivates the function.[ON]: If the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes,

the camcorder starts quickly. The power consumptionused for the 5 minute period after the LCD monitoris closed is approximately 1/3 of that used duringrecording. This enables you to save more power thanleaving the power on.

UPDATEUpdates and improves the

system software.

YES: Performs this function.[NO]: Cancels this function.

NOTE

Information about obtaining system update will be madeavailable on the JVC’s website.

Z FACTORY PRESETReturns all the camcordersettings to their default values.

YES: Performs this function.[NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset.

CONNECTION SETTINGS Select [CONNECTION SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.

% DISPLAY ON TVDisplays camcorder’s on-screendisplay on a TV screen.

[OFF]: Does not display on TV.ON: Displays on TV.

VIDEO OUTPUTSets the aspect (16:9/4:3) to thescreen of the connectedtelevision when outputting videosfrom the AV connector.

4:3 / [16:9]


MEDIA SETTINGS Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.

VIDEO SLOT SELECTIONSelects recording media forvideo.

[SLOT A] / SLOT B

IMAGE SLOT SELECTIONSelects recording media for stillimage.

[SLOT A] / SLOT B

, FORMAT SD CARDYou have to format newlypurchased SD cards with thiscamera before using them.This will also ensure stablespeeds and operation whenaccessing the SD card.

[SLOT A] / SLOT B[FILE]: Initializes all files in the SD card.FILE + MANAGEMENT NO:

Initializes all files and management numbers in the

SD card.NOTE

Be aware that all files and data including protected files will beerased by the formatting process.

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Trouble Action

P l a

y b a ck

Sound or video areinterrupted.

• Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting sectionbetween two scenes. This is not a malfunction.

Cannot find a recordedvideo/image.

• Select [PLAYBACK MPG FILE] then search the video on the indexscreen.

(Video files that have damaged management information can beplayed back.)

• Cancel group display and date search functions.

• Change the setting in [VIDEO SLOT SELECTION] or [IMAGESLOT SELECTION]. (Files on other media are not displayed.)

• Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).

Some functions cannotbe used when playingback a backup DVDthrough a DVD burnerconnected to the

camcorder.

• The following functions cannot be used for a backup DVD.When playing back video - Search index by date- Playback effectsWhen playing back still image

- Playback effects



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Indication Action

SET DATE/TIME!• Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock,

the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearestJVC dealer.

COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.

FORMAT ERROR! • Check the operating procedure, and perform once again.

• Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.DATA DELETION ERROR

MEMORY CARD ERROR!

• Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.

• Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot beused.)

• Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.

• Insert the SD card before switching the power on.

• If the problem persists, backup all data, and then perform

formatting. (All data is deleted).

CANNOT TAKE MORE STILLIMAGES AT THE MOMENT

• Stop video recording, and then record a still image. (If an SDcard is removed or inserted during video recording, a still imagecannot be recorded.)

RECORDING CANCELLED

• Insert a new or formatted SD card. Set [VIDEO SLOTSELECTION] to different slot, then record to an SD card in[SLOT A] or [SLOT B].

• Turn off the camcorder and turn it on again.

RECORDING FAILURE • Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.

USE AC ADAPTER • Use the AC Adapter as power supply.

Warning Indications



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Cleaning

Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.

L To clean the camcorderWipe the camcorder gently with a soft cloth. If the camcorder is particularly dirty, dip the clothinto diluted mild soap and wring it out well. After wiping with the wet cloth, wipe again with adry cloth.

L To clean the LCD monitorWipe the LCD monitor gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the LCD monitor.

L To clean the lensWipe the lens gently with lens cleaning cloth.

NOTE• Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

• Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

• When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.

Indication Action

DVD-RW DISC HAS BEENALREADY USED

• Replace the disc of the DVD burner with another disc.(A DVD-RW disc can be initialized.)

FINALIZATION FAILED • Replace the disc of the DVD burner with another disc.

NO FILES • Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).



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hr: hour/min: minuteApproximate recording time (for video)

Recordingmedium

Quality

SD or SDHC Card

256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB

ULTRA FINE 3 min. 6 min. 14 min. 29 min. 1 hr.1 hr.

50 min.3 hr.

45 min.7 hr.

30 min.

FINE 5 min. 10 min. 21 min. 43 min.1 hr.

20 min.2 hr.

50 min.5 hr.

40 min.11 hr.

20 min.

NORMAL 6 min. 13 min. 29 min. 1 hr.1 hr.

50 min.3 hr.

45 min.7 hr.

30 min.15 hr

ECONOMY 18 min. 36 min.1 hr.

20 min.2 hr.

30 min.5 hr.

9 hr.55 min.

20 hr. 40 hr.

Approximate number of storable images (for still image)

M o d e

Recording medium

Image size/Quality

SD & SDHC Card

256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB

!4 : 3

832 x 624 / FINE 970 1950 3950 7590 9999 9999 9999 9999

832 x 624 / STANDARD 1450 2920 5930 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

#640 x 480 / FINE 1450 2920 5930 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

640 x 480 / STANDARD 2080 4180 8480 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

!1 6 : 9

640 x 360 / FINE 1820 3660 7420 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

640 x 360 / STANDARD 2420 4880 9890 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

The recordable time and the number of still images are approximate and may differ dependingon the recording environment, the condition of the SD card, or the remaining battery power.

hr: hour/m: minuteRequired charging/recording time (approx.)

Battery pack Charging time Recording time

BN-VF808U(Provided)

1 hr. 50 m 2 hr. 45 m*

BN-VF815U 2 hr. 40 m 5 hr. 25 m*

BN-VF823U 3 hr. 40 m 8 hr. 10 m** When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.



AC Adapter

When using the AC adapter in areas otherthan the USAThe provided AC adapter features automaticvoltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to240 V.

USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTERIn case of connecting the unit’s power cord toan AC wall outlet other than American NationalStandard C73 series type use an AC plugadapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearestJVC dealer.

Battery Pack

The supplied battery pack isa lithium-ion battery. Beforeusing the supplied batterypack or an optional batterypack, be sure to read the

following cautions:

Terminals

• To avoid hazards... do not burn.... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away

from metallic objects when not in use. Whentransporting, make sure the provided batterycap is attached to the battery. If the batterycap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plasticbag.

... do not modify or disassemble.

... do not expose the battery to temperaturesexceeding 60°C, as this may cause the batteryto overheat, explode or catch fire.

... use only specified chargers.

• To prevent damage and prolong service life... do not subject to unnecessary shock.... charge within the temperature range of 10°C

to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). This is a chemicalreaction type battery — cooler temperaturesimpede chemical reaction, while warmertemperatures can prevent complete charging.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposureto high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.... fully charge and then fully discharge the

battery every 6 months when storing thebattery pack over a long period time.

... remove from charger or powered unit whennot in use, as some machines use currenteven when switched off.

ATTENTION:The battery youhave purchased isrecyclable. Please call1-800-8-BATTERY forinformation on how torecycle this battery.

Recording Medium (SD Card)

• Be sure to follow the guidelines belowto prevent corruption or damage to yourrecorded data.

• Do not bend or drop the recording medium, orsubject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.

• Do not splash the recording medium with water.• Do not use, replace, or store the recording

medium in locations that are exposed to strongstatic electricity or electrical noise.

• Do not turn off the camcorder power or removethe battery or AC adapter during shooting,playback, or when otherwise accessing therecording medium.

• Do not bring the recording medium near objectsthat have a strong magnetic field or that emitstrong electromagnetic waves.

• Do not store the recording medium in locations

with high temperature or high humidity.• Do not touch the metal parts.

LCD Monitor

• To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DONOT

... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on thebottom.

• To prolong service life

... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

Cautions

Plug Adapter



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Main Unit

• For safety, DO NOT... open the camcorder’s chassis.... disassemble or modify the unit.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects

to enter the unit.... remove the battery pack or disconnect thepower supply while the power is on.

... leave the battery pack attached when thecamcorder is not in use.

... place naked flame sources, such as lightedcandles, on the apparatus.

... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.

... leave dust or metal objects adhered to thepower plug or an AC wall outlet.

... insert any objects in the camcorder.

• Avoid using the unit... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.... in places subject to soot or steam such as

near a cooking stove.... near appliances generating strong magnetic

or electric fields (speakers, broadcastingantennas, etc.).

... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°Cor 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)temperatures.

• DO NOT leave the unit... in places of over 50°C (122°F).... in places where humidity is extremely low

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

... in direct sunlight.... in a closed car in summer.

... near a heater.

... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving theunit in high places while a cable is connectedmay result in a malfunction if the cable iscaught and the unit falls onto the floor.

... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,such as on a beach.

• To protect the unit, DO NOT... allow it to become wet.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

during transportation.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.... expose the lens to direct sunlight.... swing it excessively when using the hand

strap.... swing the soft camcorder case excessively

when the camcorder is inside it.

• To prevent the unit from dropping,

• Fasten the grip belt securely.

• When using the camcorder with a tripod, attachthe camcorder to the tripod securely.

If the camcorder drops, you may be injuredand the camcorder may be damaged. When a child uses the unit, there must be

parental guidance.

Declaration of ConformityModel Number: GZ-MS120AU/BU/RUTrade Name: JVCResponsible party: JVC AMERICAS CORP.Address: 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470Telephone Number: 973-317-5000

This device complies with Part 15 of FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not approvedby JVC could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. This equipment has

been tested and found to comply with thelimits for a Class B digital device, pursuantto Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses,and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interferenceto radio communications. However, there isno guarantee that interference will not occur

in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, theuser is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the followingmeasures: Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna. Increase the separation between theequipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies withCanadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B estconforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.



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1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIPYou acknowledge that all copyrights and otherintellectual property rights in the Program areowned by JVC and its licensor, and remainvested in JVC and such licensor. The Program isprotected under the copyright law of Japan andother countries, and related Conventions.

2 GRANT OF LICENCE(1) Subject to the conditions of this Agreement,

JVC grants to You a non-exclusive right to

use the Program. You may install and use theProgram on a HDD or other storage devicesincorporated in Your PC.

(2) You may make one (1) copy of the Programsolely for your personal backup or archivalpurposes.

3 RESTRICTION ON THE PROGRAM(1) You may not reverse engineer, decompile,

disassemble, revise or modify the Program,except to the extent that expressly permitted

by applicable law.(2) You may not copy or use the Program, in

whole or in part, other than as expresslyspecified in this Agreement.

(3) You have no right to grant a licence to usethe Program, and may not distribute, rent,lease or transfer the Program to any thirdparty or otherwise let them use the Program.

4 LIMITED WARRANTYJVC warrants that any media in which theProgram is embodied are free from any defectsin materials and workmanship for a period ofthirty (30) days from the date of Your purchasingany our products accompanying the Program.

JVC’s entire liability and your exclusive remedyin connection with the Program shall bereplacement of such defective media. EXCEPTFOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATEDHEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BYAPPLICABLE LAW, JVC AND ITS LICENSORSDISCLAIM ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHEREXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUTNOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN REGARD TO

THE PROGRAM AND THE ACCOMPANYINGPRINTED MATERIALS. SHOULD THERE BEANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSEDBY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLEALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COSTAND EXPENSE.

5 LIMITED LIABILITYTO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLELAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL JVC AND ITSLICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,

SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES WHATSOEVER, REGARDLESSOF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER INCONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISINGOUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USEOF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM,EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THEPOSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOUWILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESSJVC FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY ORCOST ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY

CONNECTED TO CLAIMS FROM ANY THIRDPARTY RELATING TO THE USE OF THEPROGRAM.

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6 TERMThis Agreement will become effective on the datewhen You install and use the Program on Yourmachine, and continue to be in effect until thetermination under the following provision.Should You breach any provision of this

Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreementwithout giving any notice to You. In this event,JVC may claim against You for any damagescaused by Your breach. Should this Agreementbe terminated, You must immediately destroy theProgram stored in Your machine (including theerasing from any memory in Your PC), and nolonger own such Program.

7 EXPORT CONTROLYou agree that You will not ship, transfer or

export the Program or underlying informationand technology to any countries to which Japanand other relevant countries have initiated anembargo on such goods.

8 U.S. GOVERNMENT USERIf You are an agency of the United States ofAmerica (the “Government”), You acknowledgeJVC’s representation that the Program isa “Commercial Item” as defined in FederalAcquisition Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g)

consisting unpublished “Commercial ComputerSoftware” as those items are used at FAR part12.212 and is only licenced to You with the sameuse rights JVC grants all commercial end userspursuant to the terms of this Agreement.

9 GENERAL(1) No modification, change, addition, deletion

or other alternation of or to this Agreementwill be valid unless reduced to writing andsigned by an authorized representative of

JVC.(2) If any part of this Agreement is held

invalid by or in conflict with any law having jurisdiction over this Agreement, theremaining provisions will remain in full forceand effect.

(3) This Agreement shall be governed by andinterpreted under the laws of Japan. TheTokyo District Court has jurisdiction over alldisputes which may arise with respect to theexecution, interpretation and performance ofthis Agreement.

Victor Company of Japan, Limited

NOTE

If You acquired the Program in Germany, theprovisions of Sections 4 (Limited Warranty)and 5 (Limited Liability) provided above will bereplaced with those of the German version of thisAgreement.

CAUTIONS:• Operate this equipment according to the

operating procedures described in this manual.

• Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use anyother CD-ROM to run this software.

• Do not attempt to modify this software.

• Changes or modifications not approved byJVC could void user’s authority to operate theequipment.

How to handle a CD-ROM• Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror

surface (opposite to the printed surface). Donot write anything or put a sticker on eitherthe front or back surface. If the CD-ROMgets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft clothoutward from the center hole.

• Do not use conventional disc cleaners orcleaning spray.

• Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirrorsurface.

• Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot orhumid environment. Keep it away from directsunlight.

You can find the latest information (inEnglish) on the provided software program atour world wide web server athttp://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html

http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html

http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html



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A AC Adapter ................................................. 16, 68Adjust Brightness .............................................. 29Auto Power Off .................................................. 57AV Connection ............................................. 31, 50

B Backlight Compensation ................................... 28Battery Pack ................................................ 16, 68

C CD-ROM ................................................ 11, 45, 71 Clock Adjust ...................................................... 16

Copying Files .................................................... 40

D Date/Time Setting ......................................... 5, 16Date Display Style ............................................ 57Daylight Saving Time ......................................... 17Deleting Files .................................................... 32Demo Mode ...................................................... 57Digest Playback ........................................... 24, 44Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ............................ 56Display on TV .................................................... 58Dubbing Playback .............................................. 50DVD Backup ...............................................42 - 44DVD Burner ........................................................ 41

E Effect ................................................................. 30Event Registration ............................................. 23Export to Library Mode ...................................... 51

F Factory Preset .................................................. 58 File Information ................................................. 35 File Search ................................................... 26, 27 Date Index Screen Event Screen Group Index Screen

Finalize .............................................................. 41Focus ................................................................ 29Format SD card ................................................ 58

G Gain Up ............................................................. 56

I Image Quality .................................................... 56 iTunes ................................................................ 52

L Language Setting .............................................. 17LCD Monitor ................................................ 14, 68LED Light .......................................................... 22

M Manual Recording ............................................. 28Menu Settings ................................................... 55Monitor Backlight .............................................. 57Monitor Bright .................................................... 57

N Number of Images ............................................ 67

O On-screen Recording Control ........................... 20

On-screen Zoom Control ................................... 22 Operation Sound ............................................... 57

P Photometry Area ............................................... 30Playlists ............................................................. 38Portable Media Player ....................................... 51Protecting Files ................................................. 34

Q Quick Restart .................................................... 58 Quick Review ............................................... 20, 21

R Recordable Time .............................................. 67Record Button ................................................... 58Recording Medium ...................................... 58, 68

Remaining Battery Power ................................. 22Remaining Recording Time .............................. 23

S Scene Select ..................................................... 29SD Card ............................................................ 19Select Aspect Ratio ........................................... 56Self-Timer ......................................................... 55Shutter Mode ..................................................... 55Shutter Speed ................................................... 29Speaker Volume ................................................. 24

T Tele Macro ........................................................ 30Trimming Files ................................................... 37

U Updating Software ............................................. 58 Uploading Files ................................................. 54 USB Cable ................................................... 41, 46

V Video Output ..................................................... 58Video Quality ..................................................... 56Viewing Files on TV ........................................... 31

W White Balance (WB) ......................................... 30Wind Cut ........................................................... 56

Y YouTube ........................................................... 53

Z Zoom ........................................................... 22, 56

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