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..., built-in hard disk drive (HDD) instead of a DV tape like conventional video cameras. This enables extended hours of playback. 2 EN Major Features of this Camera Built-in Hard Disk This hard disk camera records images to "Read this camera since no time is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by..., playback is simple and easy in this first!" PLAYLIST CONTENTS ALL SCENES 01 10.11 2005 11:30 02 15.11 2005 23:00 03 25.11 2005 11:00 Editing Files on your printer is needed for enjoying many different types of high-resolution, MPEG2 video recording.
..., built-in hard disk drive (HDD) instead of a DV tape like conventional video cameras. This enables extended hours of playback. 2 EN Major Features of this Camera Built-in Hard Disk This hard disk camera records images to "Read this camera since no time is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by..., playback is simple and easy in this first!" PLAYLIST CONTENTS ALL SCENES 01 10.11 2005 11:30 02 15.11 2005 23:00 03 25.11 2005 11:00 Editing Files on your printer is needed for enjoying many different types of high-resolution, MPEG2 video recording.
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... Drop Detection 21 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 22 Video Recording 22 Zooming 23 Video Playback 24 How to Use the Scroll Bar 25 Date Index Screen 25 Various Playback Operations 25 Playback Zoom 25 Connecting to a TV, VCR or VDR 26 Playback on a...Files 29 How to Use the Scroll Bar 30 Date Index Screen 30 Image Rotation 30 Playback Zoom 30 ADVANCED OPERATIONS 31 RECORDING FEATURES 31 Backlight Compensation 31 Spot Exposure Control 31 LED Light ...REFERENCES 52 Troubleshooting 52 Warning Indications 55 Cleaning the Camera 57 Cautions 57 Specifications 60 TERMS Back cover
... Drop Detection 21 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 22 Video Recording 22 Zooming 23 Video Playback 24 How to Use the Scroll Bar 25 Date Index Screen 25 Various Playback Operations 25 Playback Zoom 25 Connecting to a TV, VCR or VDR 26 Playback on a...Files 29 How to Use the Scroll Bar 30 Date Index Screen 30 Image Rotation 30 Playback Zoom 30 ADVANCED OPERATIONS 31 RECORDING FEATURES 31 Backlight Compensation 31 Spot Exposure Control 31 LED Light ...REFERENCES 52 Troubleshooting 52 Warning Indications 55 Cleaning the Camera 57 Cautions 57 Specifications 60 TERMS Back cover
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... to accommodate different designs of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-VF707U battery pack and, to recharge it is not suitable for the power points in the pages 4 - 6 to reach a power point, then ...to ensure safe use a tripod on its upper and lower sides. If nonetheless the mains plug is not recommended, as originally fitted, and to the camera from this product. It could tip over, causing serious damage to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. Before use, please read the safety information...
... to accommodate different designs of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-VF707U battery pack and, to recharge it is not suitable for the power points in the pages 4 - 6 to reach a power point, then ...to ensure safe use a tripod on its upper and lower sides. If nonetheless the mains plug is not recommended, as originally fitted, and to the camera from this product. It could tip over, causing serious damage to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. Before use, please read the safety information...
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...company names included in MPEG2 format compliant with other digital video formats. It is not compatible with SD-VIDEO format. Remember that this camera is illegal to be formatted. Before recording important video, be made properly. The data is better to watch television whilst driving. Special...NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any kind - this camera is changed. it is not completely erased from your PC to rain or moisture. Play back your dealer or JVC service centre, be exposed to a DVD or other opening in Japan. When requesting...
...company names included in MPEG2 format compliant with other digital video formats. It is not compatible with SD-VIDEO format. Remember that this camera is illegal to be formatted. Before recording important video, be made properly. The data is better to watch television whilst driving. Special...NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any kind - this camera is changed. it is not completely erased from your PC to rain or moisture. Play back your dealer or JVC service centre, be exposed to a DVD or other opening in Japan. When requesting...
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... performance of shipment (with one core filter, the end that is pre-installed in the remote control unit at time of the camera, provided cables may be connected to the camera. ● Make sure to the filter should be equipped with insulation sheet). If a cable has only one or more core filter...
... performance of shipment (with one core filter, the end that is pre-installed in the remote control unit at time of the camera, provided cables may be connected to the camera. ● Make sure to the filter should be equipped with insulation sheet). If a cable has only one or more core filter...
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Buckle Attaching the Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera. 1 2 Eyelet 3 Strap Guide 5 4 Place here during recording. 8 EN GETTING STARTED Attaching the Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. 1 Open the velcro strip. 2 Thread the strap through ... and then tighten the strap in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly, make sure the cap is flush to the camera as shown in the buckle. 4 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet. 5 Close the velcro strip.
Buckle Attaching the Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera. 1 2 Eyelet 3 Strap Guide 5 4 Place here during recording. 8 EN GETTING STARTED Attaching the Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. 1 Open the velcro strip. 2 Thread the strap through ... and then tighten the strap in the illustration. NOTE: To confirm the lens cap is on correctly, make sure the cap is flush to the camera as shown in the buckle. 4 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet. 5 Close the velcro strip.
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It can rotate 270°. GETTING STARTED Attaching the Core Filter Attach the core filters to the camera. Core Filter (Large) 3 cm Wind once. S-Video/Audio/Video/ USB Cable DC Cord NOTES: ● Take care not to damage the cable. ● When connecting a ...
It can rotate 270°. GETTING STARTED Attaching the Core Filter Attach the core filters to the camera. Core Filter (Large) 3 cm Wind once. S-Video/Audio/Video/ USB Cable DC Cord NOTES: ● Take care not to damage the cable. ● When connecting a ...
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...] (੬ pg. 52) X LCD Monitor Y Speaker (੬ pg. 24) a Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 14) b Remote Sensor (੬ pg. 27) Camera Sensor c Lens d LED Light (੬ pg. 31) e Stereo Microphone f Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 8) g Grip Strap (੬ pg. 19) h SD ...pg. 39) j Reverse Skip Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Up Button [ ]/Backlight Compensation Button [ ] (੬ pg. 31)/Spot Exposure Control Button (੬ pg. 31) k Power Switch [OFF, , ] (੬ pg. 17) l Lock Button (੬ pg. 17) m LCD Lock Button n Zoom Lever [T/W] (੬ pg. 23) Speaker Volume Control (੬ ...
...] (੬ pg. 52) X LCD Monitor Y Speaker (੬ pg. 24) a Battery Pack Mount (੬ pg. 14) b Remote Sensor (੬ pg. 27) Camera Sensor c Lens d LED Light (੬ pg. 31) e Stereo Microphone f Shoulder Strap Eyelet (੬ pg. 8) g Grip Strap (੬ pg. 19) h SD ...pg. 39) j Reverse Skip Button [ ] (੬ pg. 25)/Up Button [ ]/Backlight Compensation Button [ ] (੬ pg. 31)/Spot Exposure Control Button (੬ pg. 31) k Power Switch [OFF, , ] (੬ pg. 17) l Lock Button (੬ pg. 17) m LCD Lock Button n Zoom Lever [T/W] (੬ pg. 23) Speaker Volume Control (੬ ...
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...charging is attached, remove it by sliding BATT. 3 Slide down the battery pack until it locks in place. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the camera. 5 Connect the power cord to OFF. 2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack ... battery pack While sliding BATT., remove the battery pack. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. Unplug the power cord from the camera. Approx. 5 hr. 40 min. Charging the Battery Pack Power/Charge Lamp Power Switch Lock Button To DC connector Open the cover. Approx. 2 hr...
...charging is attached, remove it by sliding BATT. 3 Slide down the battery pack until it locks in place. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the camera. 5 Connect the power cord to OFF. 2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack ... battery pack While sliding BATT., remove the battery pack. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. Unplug the power cord from the camera. Approx. 5 hr. 40 min. Charging the Battery Pack Power/Charge Lamp Power Switch Lock Button To DC connector Open the cover. Approx. 2 hr...
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..., remove it only in "Charging the Battery Pack". NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or record-standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • Playback mode is used. ● Make sure to use it first. ● During charging, ...case, the battery charge starts if the battery is turned off before using it is recommended that the camera's power is attached to cover 3 times the planned recording time. Use the JVC BNVF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC adapter processes ...
..., remove it only in "Charging the Battery Pack". NOTES: ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or record-standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • Playback mode is used. ● Make sure to use it first. ● During charging, ...case, the battery charge starts if the battery is turned off before using it is recommended that the camera's power is attached to cover 3 times the planned recording time. Use the JVC BNVF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC adapter processes ...
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... so that the indicator appears. 4 Power-Linked Operation When the power switch is selected, the indicator appears on the LCD monitor. To turn off the camera by opening/closing the LCD monitor. When manual mode is set to or while pressing down the lock button. Playback Recording Auto mode: You can... the power switch to switch the auto/ manual recording mode. GETTING STARTED Operation Mode To turn on the camera, set the power switch to , you can record using no special effects or manual adjustments. 2 MODE LCD Monitor 3 Lock Button Set the appropriate operation mode ...
... so that the indicator appears. 4 Power-Linked Operation When the power switch is selected, the indicator appears on the LCD monitor. To turn off the camera by opening/closing the LCD monitor. When manual mode is set to or while pressing down the lock button. Playback Recording Auto mode: You can... the power switch to switch the auto/ manual recording mode. GETTING STARTED Operation Mode To turn on the camera, set the power switch to , you can record using no special effects or manual adjustments. 2 MODE LCD Monitor 3 Lock Button Set the appropriate operation mode ...
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...Press / to select [CLOCK ADJUST], then press 49. REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE WIND CUT 4 Press / to select [DISPLAY], then CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING press 49. SCENE COUNTER LANGUAGE CLOCK ADJUST BRIGHT DATE/TIME 5 Press / to the normal screen. REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE ...recording start date/time is highlighted. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. 6 Press MENU to return to select [DISPLAY], then CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING press 49. The day is recorded on the display can be changed. (੬ pg. 48, 49) 1 Set the power...
...Press / to select [CLOCK ADJUST], then press 49. REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE WIND CUT 4 Press / to select [DISPLAY], then CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING press 49. SCENE COUNTER LANGUAGE CLOCK ADJUST BRIGHT DATE/TIME 5 Press / to the normal screen. REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE ...recording start date/time is highlighted. Repeat to input the month, year, hour and minute. 6 Press MENU to return to select [DISPLAY], then CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING press 49. The day is recorded on the display can be changed. (੬ pg. 48, 49) 1 Set the power...
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Then tighten the screw clockwise. ● Some tripods are not equipped with studs. Tripod Mounting To attach the camera to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to your thumb and fingers through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust your preference. Be sure ... press 49. The menu screen appears. 4 Press / to select [DISPLAY], then press 49. 5 Press / to easily operate the recording start/stop button, power switch and zoom lever. GETTING STARTED EN 19 GETTING STARTED Brightness Adjustment of the Display The brightness of the display can be adjusted. 1 Set the power switch to...
Then tighten the screw clockwise. ● Some tripods are not equipped with studs. Tripod Mounting To attach the camera to a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to your thumb and fingers through the loop and grasp the grip. 3 Adjust your preference. Be sure ... press 49. The menu screen appears. 4 Press / to select [DISPLAY], then press 49. 5 Press / to easily operate the recording start/stop button, power switch and zoom lever. GETTING STARTED EN 19 GETTING STARTED Brightness Adjustment of the Display The brightness of the display can be adjusted. 1 Set the power switch to...
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...LOCK" before using a new SD card, it . This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that is turned on the camera. The menu screen appears. 3 Press / to select VIDEO MODE IMAGE MODE FORMAT CLEAN UP [HDD] or [SD], then press 49. To remove an...BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE 4 Press / to select [FORMAT], then press 49. 5 Press / to select [REC MEDIA SETTING], DIS CAMERA SETTING then press 49. CAUTION: Do not remove the SD card or perform any other operation (such as turning off . 2 Open the SD card cover...
...LOCK" before using a new SD card, it . This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that is turned on the camera. The menu screen appears. 3 Press / to select VIDEO MODE IMAGE MODE FORMAT CLEAN UP [HDD] or [SD], then press 49. To remove an...BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE 4 Press / to select [FORMAT], then press 49. 5 Press / to select [REC MEDIA SETTING], DIS CAMERA SETTING then press 49. CAUTION: Do not remove the SD card or perform any other operation (such as turning off . 2 Open the SD card cover...
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...) GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED EN 21 Drop Detection This function turns off this function to [ON]. ● If the drop detection function operates when the camera has not been dropped, set the power switch to . 2 Press INFO/ . This function is accidentally dropped. For normal use . ● If a.... The indicator appears. (੬ pg. 49) CAUTION: Setting this function is set the recording media that you to prevent HDD damage when the camera is set to [OFF]. NOTES: ● This function cannot protect the hard disk every single time it is dropped. ● The indicator is...
...) GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED EN 21 Drop Detection This function turns off this function to [ON]. ● If the drop detection function operates when the camera has not been dropped, set the power switch to . 2 Press INFO/ . This function is accidentally dropped. For normal use . ● If a.... The indicator appears. (੬ pg. 49) CAUTION: Setting this function is set the recording media that you to prevent HDD damage when the camera is set to [OFF]. NOTES: ● This function cannot protect the hard disk every single time it is dropped. ● The indicator is...
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... the factory-preset. 22 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Video Recording Power Switch Lock Button Zoom Lever MODE Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the MODE switch to . ● The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in the brightness between the recorded video and... image, even if the same subject is shot. ● Video file names are assigned as zooming. ● When the camera heats up , shooting may be differences in hard disk by A to F. ● To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to or . NOTES: ● If...
... the factory-preset. 22 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Video Recording Power Switch Lock Button Zoom Lever MODE Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the MODE switch to . ● The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in the brightness between the recorded video and... image, even if the same subject is shot. ● Video file names are assigned as zooming. ● When the camera heats up , shooting may be differences in hard disk by A to F. ● To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to or . NOTES: ● If...
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... filter to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Digital zooming is therefore called digital zoom. To zoom out Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto). In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [60X] or [700X]*. (੬ pg. 50) * For GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK optical zoom can be deleted. (੬ pg. 39) ... to W. ● When you press during zooming. To zoom in up to 700x*. You can zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle). Be sure to the camera. Deleting Files If you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camera may suffer. ● Macro shooting is possible...
... filter to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Digital zooming is therefore called digital zoom. To zoom out Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto). In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [60X] or [700X]*. (੬ pg. 50) * For GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK optical zoom can be deleted. (੬ pg. 39) ... to W. ● When you press during zooming. To zoom in up to 700x*. You can zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle). Be sure to the camera. Deleting Files If you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camera may suffer. ● Macro shooting is possible...
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However, this is paused. If the camera continues to heat up, playback may be interrupted. To adjust the speaker volume During playback slide the zoom lever towards T to turn up , the U indicator flashes. To return to the index screen Slide the zoom lever to W when playback is not a malfunction. ● ...the volume. In this case, turn on again. ● To switch the medium to be displayed during playback. (੬ pg. 49) ● When the camera heats up the volume, or towards W to turn down . (੬ pg. 56) ● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound...
However, this is paused. If the camera continues to heat up, playback may be interrupted. To adjust the speaker volume During playback slide the zoom lever towards T to turn up , the U indicator flashes. To return to the index screen Slide the zoom lever to W when playback is not a malfunction. ● ...the volume. In this case, turn on again. ● To switch the medium to be displayed during playback. (੬ pg. 49) ● When the camera heats up the volume, or towards W to turn down . (੬ pg. 56) ● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound...
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...has only A/V input connectors.) D Black to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Be sure to the camera. When dubbing to a DVD recorder, refer to its availability. Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the illustration. To choose whether or not the following explains...26 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Connecting to the VCR's instruction manual.) 3 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR, then stop playback on the camera. To AV connector AV Cable (provided) S Cable (optional) Playback on a TV 1 Make sure all units are turned off the displays.) Dubbing to...
...has only A/V input connectors.) D Black to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Be sure to the camera. When dubbing to a DVD recorder, refer to its availability. Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the illustration. To choose whether or not the following explains...26 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Connecting to the VCR's instruction manual.) 3 To stop dubbing, stop recording on the VCR, then stop playback on the camera. To AV connector AV Cable (provided) S Cable (optional) Playback on a TV 1 Make sure all units are turned off the displays.) Dubbing to...
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Remote sensor NOTE: The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is 5 m. B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom In/Out (੬ pg. 23) C Up Button Rotate Button (clockwise) (੬ pg. 30) D Skip Backward Button E Left Button F Back Button G ... Control Buttons and Functions The full-function remote control unit can operate this camera from a distance as well as the basic operations (playback, stop, pause, fast-forward and rewind) of the camera facing toward the lens. The transmitted beam's approximate effective distance for indoor...
Remote sensor NOTE: The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is 5 m. B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom In/Out (੬ pg. 23) C Up Button Rotate Button (clockwise) (੬ pg. 30) D Skip Backward Button E Left Button F Back Button G ... Control Buttons and Functions The full-function remote control unit can operate this camera from a distance as well as the basic operations (playback, stop, pause, fast-forward and rewind) of the camera facing toward the lens. The transmitted beam's approximate effective distance for indoor...