Easy Start Up Guide
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... the Touch Sensor Recording Files Installing the Software to the PC 2 Close the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 3 Slide the mode switch to select (video or still image) mode. 4 Press the PLAY/REC button to...battery power Video () mode Press the INFO button twice or the INFO button and then select . How to turn off the camcorder. 3 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. Preparation: 2 Open the LCD monitor to change the MENU ... touch them . Follow the on-screen instructions. 3 Click [Next]. 4 Click [Finish]. • Everio MediaBrowser icon is finished. -
... the Touch Sensor Recording Files Installing the Software to the PC 2 Close the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 3 Slide the mode switch to select (video or still image) mode. 4 Press the PLAY/REC button to...battery power Video () mode Press the INFO button twice or the INFO button and then select . How to turn off the camcorder. 3 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. Preparation: 2 Open the LCD monitor to change the MENU ... touch them . Follow the on-screen instructions. 3 Click [Next]. 4 Click [Finish]. • Everio MediaBrowser icon is finished. -
Easy Start Up Guide
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...'s HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to its VIDEO mode. 4 Start playback on the camcorder. 3 Select [BACK UP]. Customer Service TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722 For our online tutorials please visit: http://camcorder.jvc.com/tutorials.jsp Register your new Everio quickly. To connect using the HDMI mini connector For models with [SWITCH AC Adapter...
...'s HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to its VIDEO mode. 4 Start playback on the camcorder. 3 Select [BACK UP]. Customer Service TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722 For our online tutorials please visit: http://camcorder.jvc.com/tutorials.jsp Register your new Everio quickly. To connect using the HDMI mini connector For models with [SWITCH AC Adapter...
Guide Book
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Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of the camcorder) below. Serial No. GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of this camcorder. ENGLISH Model No.
Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of the camcorder) below. Serial No. GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of this camcorder. ENGLISH Model No.
Guide Book
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... with water or liquids (such as direct sunshine, fire or the like. EN SAFETY1 The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should not be placed on the cables will cause the...may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Also do not dispose of internal circuitry. Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it has sufficient space on top and at the rear). The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to...
... with water or liquids (such as direct sunshine, fire or the like. EN SAFETY1 The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should not be placed on the cables will cause the...may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Also do not dispose of internal circuitry. Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it has sufficient space on top and at the rear). The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to...
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... exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. When a cart is intended for long periods of time. 12. Unplug this camcorder is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to qualified service personnel. Remember that this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for...
... exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. When a cart is intended for long periods of time. 12. Unplug this camcorder is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to qualified service personnel. Remember that this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for...
Guide Book
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... is blinking. Grip Strap Fasten EN Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten. • Fasten the strap when you use JVC battery packs. If you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be guaranteed. Power/charge lamp blinks: Charging goes out: Charging finished Open the cover Battery Pack AC Adapter To...
... is blinking. Grip Strap Fasten EN Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten. • Fasten the strap when you use JVC battery packs. If you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be guaranteed. Power/charge lamp blinks: Charging goes out: Charging finished Open the cover Battery Pack AC Adapter To...
Guide Book
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... the city closest to the right OK: Clock starts S Select [CLOCK SETTING] EN The sensors do not function if you use the camcorder Power button LCD monitor R Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger. Then touch OK. U Select [ON] if daylight saving time is effective • When ...
... the city closest to the right OK: Clock starts S Select [CLOCK SETTING] EN The sensors do not function if you use the camcorder Power button LCD monitor R Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger. Then touch OK. U Select [ON] if daylight saving time is effective • When ...
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... touch the portion of this product when it is operated by other batteries. • If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn off the power before requesting repairs or inspections. JVC cannot guarantee safety or performance of the sensor next to the on-screen button. If a malfunction...and other proprietary technology and is made to be used with the JVC battery and not with other batteries. How to use the JVC BN-VF808U/ VF815U/VF823U battery packs. B To select an on-screen button appearing at 1-800-252-5722 • Recorded data may be used for demonstration in...
... touch the portion of this product when it is operated by other batteries. • If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn off the power before requesting repairs or inspections. JVC cannot guarantee safety or performance of the sensor next to the on-screen button. If a malfunction...and other proprietary technology and is made to be used with the JVC battery and not with other batteries. How to use the JVC BN-VF808U/ VF815U/VF823U battery packs. B To select an on-screen button appearing at 1-800-252-5722 • Recorded data may be used for demonstration in...
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... by pressing the lock tab. Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to the camcorder EN 11 Connect the end of purchase. To be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is included inside the... remote control at the time of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. Preparing the Remote Control A battery is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") Wind once. Lock ...
... by pressing the lock tab. Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to the camcorder EN 11 Connect the end of purchase. To be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is included inside the... remote control at the time of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. Preparing the Remote Control A battery is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") Wind once. Lock ...
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Camcorder ! Battery Release Button Remote Control Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/Out) S Up Button T Skip Backward Button U Left Button V Back Button W PLAYLIST Button X ...
Camcorder ! Battery Release Button Remote Control Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/Out) S Up Button T Skip Backward Button U Left Button V Back Button W PLAYLIST Button X ...
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... the remaining battery power See page 22. AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) • The power/charge lamp blinks to turn off the camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. Battery pack BN-VF808U (Provided) BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Charging time 1 h 50 m 2 h 40 m 3 h... 40 m NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with just the AC adapter. • The actual recording time may damage the AC adapter. Necessary Settings before Use Charging the Battery Pack To...
... the remaining battery power See page 22. AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) • The power/charge lamp blinks to turn off the camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. Battery pack BN-VF808U (Provided) BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Charging time 1 h 50 m 2 h 40 m 3 h... 40 m NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with just the AC adapter. • The actual recording time may damage the AC adapter. Necessary Settings before Use Charging the Battery Pack To...
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Change the setting by using the touch sensor and select [&] to set. To return to turn on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 9 Select [SAVE]. To reset the setting, select [QUIT]. Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. 1 ...the previous screen Select @. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. 5 Select [CLOCK SETTING]. 6 Select the city closest to the area you use the camcorder. Selected area is highlighted Principal city of the selected area Time difference to the area where you are traveling. 6 Select the city closest to GMT...
Change the setting by using the touch sensor and select [&] to set. To return to turn on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 9 Select [SAVE]. To reset the setting, select [QUIT]. Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. 1 ...the previous screen Select @. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. 5 Select [CLOCK SETTING]. 6 Select the city closest to the area you use the camcorder. Selected area is highlighted Principal city of the selected area Time difference to the area where you are traveling. 6 Select the city closest to GMT...
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It could tip over, causing serious damage to the tripod. Other Settings Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it . NOTE • Fasten the strap when you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be careful not to drop it to the camcorder. 18 EN NOTE Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the tripod. Other Settings Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it . NOTE • Fasten the strap when you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be careful not to drop it to the camcorder. 18 EN NOTE Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
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...to microSD card. • Operations are not supported. NOTE • Insert and remove the microSD card only while the power is turned off the camcorder. 1 Open the microSD card cover. 2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge first. To remove a microSD card Push the ...] and [REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD]. (Z p. 64) Format a microSD card when using it out. Panasonic - Using a microSD Card The camcorder is programmed to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded. • MultiMediaCards are confirmed on the following microSD cards. -
...to microSD card. • Operations are not supported. NOTE • Insert and remove the microSD card only while the power is turned off the camcorder. 1 Open the microSD card cover. 2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge first. To remove a microSD card Push the ...] and [REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD]. (Z p. 64) Format a microSD card when using it out. Panasonic - Using a microSD Card The camcorder is programmed to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded. • MultiMediaCards are confirmed on the following microSD cards. -
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... then turn on again. • If the camcorder is not operated for recording You can also start/stop recording Press START/STOP again. To view the last recorded scene Select A while recording ... recording. Approximate remaining time for 5 minutes while the power is paused. SNAPSHOT Press START/STOP to conserve power. • Do not move or shake the camcorder suddenly during video recording Press SNAPSHOT.
... then turn on again. • If the camcorder is not operated for recording You can also start/stop recording Press START/STOP again. To view the last recorded scene Select A while recording ... recording. Approximate remaining time for 5 minutes while the power is paused. SNAPSHOT Press START/STOP to conserve power. • Do not move or shake the camcorder suddenly during video recording Press SNAPSHOT.
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Selecting $ during still image recording. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is focused. indicator becomes green when the captured image is on, it turns itself off automatically to ...
Selecting $ during still image recording. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is focused. indicator becomes green when the captured image is on, it turns itself off automatically to ...
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... video quality. 2) S elect [SET]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. NOTE Once you select a certain event to before starting recording, you turn off the camcorder. EN 23 Registering Files to Events If you select an event to register the file to register a file, the setting will remain even if you...
... video quality. 2) S elect [SET]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. NOTE Once you select a certain event to before starting recording, you turn off the camcorder. EN 23 Registering Files to Events If you select an event to register the file to register a file, the setting will remain even if you...
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...]: Brightness is adjusted automatically for whole screen. 7 SPOT: Brightness for the specified spot is adjusted automatically. F HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen. 2) Keep touching OK until the B indicator appears. J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old movies. M STROBE...
...]: Brightness is adjusted automatically for whole screen. 7 SPOT: Brightness for the specified spot is adjusted automatically. F HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen. 2) Keep touching OK until the B indicator appears. J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old movies. M STROBE...
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... AV connector Preparation: • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off and on the camcorder again. Preparation: Turn off all units. EN 31 Connection with high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals. DC Connector HDMI Mini Connector AC Adapter... operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again. 2) Turn off all units. USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with TV You can output videos from the AV connector or the HDMI mini connector. To connect using the...
... AV connector Preparation: • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off and on the camcorder again. Preparation: Turn off all units. EN 31 Connection with high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals. DC Connector HDMI Mini Connector AC Adapter... operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again. 2) Turn off all units. USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with TV You can output videos from the AV connector or the HDMI mini connector. To connect using the...
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Viewing Files on TV (Continued) 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 to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. 4 Start playback on the camcorder. (Z p. 24, 25) To display camcorder's on-screen display on TV Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (Z p. 63) 32 EN
Viewing Files on TV (Continued) 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 to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. 4 Start playback on the camcorder. (Z p. 24, 25) To display camcorder's on-screen display on TV Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (Z p. 63) 32 EN