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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 GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Serial No. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of the camcorder) below. Model No.
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 GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Serial No. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of the camcorder) below. Model No.
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..., fire or electric shock may apply. CAUTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operable. WARNING: The battery pack, the camcorder with battery installed, and the remote control with battery installed should be followed strictly. Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are on ... the sun. The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to fall, resulting in fire. It could tip over, causing serious damage to dripping or splashing. There is on the battery pack mount. • The rating information and safety caution of ...
..., fire or electric shock may apply. CAUTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operable. WARNING: The battery pack, the camcorder with battery installed, and the remote control with battery installed should be followed strictly. Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are on ... the sun. The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to fall, resulting in fire. It could tip over, causing serious damage to dripping or splashing. There is on the battery pack mount. • The rating information and safety caution of ...
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... the microSD card when the lamp is not charged at the time of purchase. Easy Start Guide Charge the battery before recording Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack. CAUTION • Be sure to use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be careful not to 240V) The...
... the microSD card when the lamp is not charged at the time of purchase. Easy Start Guide Charge the battery before recording Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack. CAUTION • Be sure to use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be careful not to 240V) The...
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... Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable... 11 Index 12 Indications on LCD Monitor 14 Necessary Settings before Use 16 Charging the Battery Pack 16 Date/Time Setting 16 Language Setting 17 Other Settings 18 Grip Adjustment 18 Tripod Mounting 18 Using a microSD Card 19 RECORDING.../PLAYBACK Recording Files 20 Video Recording 20 Still Image Recording 21 Zooming 22 LED Light 22 Checking the Remaining Battery Power........ 22 Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media 23 Registering Files to Events 23 Playing Back Files 24 Video Playback 24 ...
... Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable... 11 Index 12 Indications on LCD Monitor 14 Necessary Settings before Use 16 Charging the Battery Pack 16 Date/Time Setting 16 Language Setting 17 Other Settings 18 Grip Adjustment 18 Tripod Mounting 18 Using a microSD Card 19 RECORDING.../PLAYBACK Recording Files 20 Video Recording 20 Still Image Recording 21 Zooming 22 LED Light 22 Checking the Remaining Battery Power........ 22 Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media 23 Registering Files to Events 23 Playing Back Files 24 Video Playback 24 ...
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...and contact www.jvc.ca or by other batteries. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of the sensor next to the on handling batteries • Be sure to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly. B To select an on-screen button appearing at 1-800-964-2650 ... and down on the sensor. How to use the JVC BN-VF808U/ VF815U/VF823U battery packs. Reset the camcorder if it does not operate correctly Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it again. This product includes patented and...
...and contact www.jvc.ca or by other batteries. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of the sensor next to the on handling batteries • Be sure to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly. B To select an on-screen button appearing at 1-800-964-2650 ... and down on the sensor. How to use the JVC BN-VF808U/ VF815U/VF823U battery packs. Reset the camcorder if it does not operate correctly Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it again. This product includes patented and...
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GETTING STARTED Accessories AP-V20U AC Adapter BN-VF808U Battery Pack AV Cable USB Cable RM-V751U Remote Control CR2025 Lithium Battery Pre-installed in the remote control. Do not use the provided cables for connections. CD-ROM Core Filter NOTE Make sure to use any other cables. 10 EN
GETTING STARTED Accessories AP-V20U AC Adapter BN-VF808U Battery Pack AV Cable USB Cable RM-V751U Remote Control CR2025 Lithium Battery Pre-installed in the remote control. Do not use the provided cables for connections. CD-ROM Core Filter NOTE Make sure to use any other cables. 10 EN
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... core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to the camcorder. Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") Wind once. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area To Reinsert the Battery Remote Sensor Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Lock Tab Lithium Battery (CR2025) Effective distance: Max. 5 m (16 ft) NOTE The...
... core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to the camcorder. Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") Wind once. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area To Reinsert the Battery Remote Sensor Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Lock Tab Lithium Battery (CR2025) Effective distance: Max. 5 m (16 ft) NOTE The...
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UPLOAD Button (Z p. 57) TITLE Button (Z p. 41) . 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 ..., 49) 9 Tripod Mounting Socket : microSD Card Slot ; mode: Index Screen « Group Index Screen # mode: Index Screen « Date Index Screen EN 13 Power Button # GZ-MG680 HDMI Mini Connector (Z p. 31) $ DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15) % Speaker & Zoom Lever (Z p. 22) Speaker Volume Control ( SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 21) ) Touch Sensor * OK Button + MENU Button...
UPLOAD Button (Z p. 57) TITLE Button (Z p. 41) . 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 ..., 49) 9 Tripod Mounting Socket : microSD Card Slot ; mode: Index Screen « Group Index Screen # mode: Index Screen « Date Index Screen EN 13 Power Button # GZ-MG680 HDMI Mini Connector (Z p. 31) $ DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15) % Speaker & Zoom Lever (Z p. 22) Speaker Volume Control ( SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 21) ) Touch Sensor * OK Button + MENU Button...
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... ! Mode Indicator # EXPORT Mode Indicator (Z p. 55) $ Counter % Upload Mode Indicator (Z p. 57) A: GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Analog Input Indicator (Z p. 63) & Video Quality: B (ULTRA FINE), C (FINE), D (NORMAL), ...E (ECONOMY) (Z p. 60) ( Remaining Time ) MREC: (Appears during recording.) MQ: (Appears during record-standby mode.) * Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator (Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) (Z p. 62) + White Balance Indicator (Z p. 30) , Monitor Backlight Indicator (Z p. 61) - Battery...
... ! Mode Indicator # EXPORT Mode Indicator (Z p. 55) $ Counter % Upload Mode Indicator (Z p. 57) A: GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Analog Input Indicator (Z p. 63) & Video Quality: B (ULTRA FINE), C (FINE), D (NORMAL), ...E (ECONOMY) (Z p. 60) ( Remaining Time ) MREC: (Appears during recording.) MQ: (Appears during record-standby mode.) * Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator (Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) (Z p. 62) + White Balance Indicator (Z p. 30) , Monitor Backlight Indicator (Z p. 61) - Battery...
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... mode: All indications/Only date and time/No indications EN 15 Mode Indicator # Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 21) $ Folder/File Number % Slide Show Playback Indicator & Battery Indicator ( Date/Time (Z p. 16) ) GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (Z p. 63) Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications on the left shows speed...
... mode: All indications/Only date and time/No indications EN 15 Mode Indicator # Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 21) $ Folder/File Number % Slide Show Playback Indicator & Battery Indicator ( Date/Time (Z p. 16) ) GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (Z p. 63) Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications on the left shows speed...
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...m 3 h 40 m NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with fast moving subject. • Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug and cable. Date/Time Setting 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. This may shorten depending... on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST]. 16 EN AC Adapter ...
...m 3 h 40 m NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with fast moving subject. • Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug and cable. Date/Time Setting 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. This may shorten depending... on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST]. 16 EN AC Adapter ...
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... approx. 5 cm (2") to W. To quit the screen Select [QUIT] or press INFO. The LED light remains on automatically when shooting in Checking the Remaining Battery Power ! LED Light Preparation: • Select ! Recording Files (Continued) Zooming Preparation: • Select !
... approx. 5 cm (2") to W. To quit the screen Select [QUIT] or press INFO. The LED light remains on automatically when shooting in Checking the Remaining Battery Power ! LED Light Preparation: • Select ! Recording Files (Continued) Zooming Preparation: • Select !
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... in the horizontal or vertical directions depending on the quality of the source video file. • The continuous shooting function cannot be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during playback. mode. • Select the playback mode. NOTE • Captured still images are deleted, they cannot be deleted. The image can be...
... in the horizontal or vertical directions depending on the quality of the source video file. • The continuous shooting function cannot be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during playback. mode. • Select the playback mode. NOTE • Captured still images are deleted, they cannot be deleted. The image can be...
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...any operation such as zooming. \ OPERATION SOUND Turns on the monitor. When using the battery pack). Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. [ DEMO MODE Introduces special features of the camcorder when there is on again, close the LCD monitor and open it turns itself off ...; The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is connected, not with the battery pack. • If a microSD card is in the camcorder, demonstration will not take place even if this when saving the battery life. [AUTO]: The brightness will automatically be set to conserve power. OFF:...
...any operation such as zooming. \ OPERATION SOUND Turns on the monitor. When using the battery pack). Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. [ DEMO MODE Introduces special features of the camcorder when there is on again, close the LCD monitor and open it turns itself off ...; The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is connected, not with the battery pack. • If a microSD card is in the camcorder, demonstration will not take place even if this when saving the battery life. [AUTO]: The brightness will automatically be set to conserve power. OFF:...
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...chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. GZ-MG680 The power was turned off . If you connect to see . If the solutions indicated in high or low temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the amount of fewer .... The following chart. Display EN 65 The LCD monitor is used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight. Turn on JVC's website. The remaining battery display is used for a long time. • The battery heats up when it again. • If the camcorder is not correct.
...chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. GZ-MG680 The power was turned off . If you connect to see . If the solutions indicated in high or low temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the amount of fewer .... The following chart. Display EN 65 The LCD monitor is used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight. Turn on JVC's website. The remaining battery display is used for a long time. • The battery heats up when it again. • If the camcorder is not correct.
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...places exposed to strong light. • When connecting to [ON]. • The remote control may not operate outdoors or in combination with the camcorder. GZ-MG680 HDMI-CEC functions do not work properly, and the TV does not work . Action • Sometimes playback is being recharged outside the ... set [HDMI CONTROL] to the HDMI cable, the image or sound does not appear on the TV connected. The lamp does not flash during battery pack charging. In such cases, perform the following functions cannot be used when playing back a backup DVD through a DVD burner connected to respond....
...places exposed to strong light. • When connecting to [ON]. • The remote control may not operate outdoors or in combination with the camcorder. GZ-MG680 HDMI-CEC functions do not work properly, and the TV does not work . Action • Sometimes playback is being recharged outside the ... set [HDMI CONTROL] to the HDMI cable, the image or sound does not appear on the TV connected. The lamp does not flash during battery pack charging. In such cases, perform the following functions cannot be used when playing back a backup DVD through a DVD burner connected to respond....
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...JVC customer service for Latest Product Info] in [Click for repairs. To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally ! Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it. # Execute [FACTORY PRESET]. (Z p. 62) 68 EN in the help of the provided Everio... MediaBrowser software. Troubleshooting (Continued) Other problems Trouble Action GZ-MG680 The...
...JVC customer service for Latest Product Info] in [Click for repairs. To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally ! Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it. # Execute [FACTORY PRESET]. (Z p. 62) 68 EN in the help of the provided Everio... MediaBrowser software. Troubleshooting (Continued) Other problems Trouble Action GZ-MG680 The...
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... Insert the microSD card before switching the power on. • Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again. Action • Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and ...select [YES] to use JVC battery packs. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to perform formatting. CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE ...
... Insert the microSD card before switching the power on. • Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again. Action • Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and ...select [YES] to use JVC battery packs. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to perform formatting. CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE ...
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... the LCD monitor gently with a soft cloth. NOTE • Avoid using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product. If the camcorder is left dirty. • When using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol. • Mold may form if the lens is particularly dirty, dip... the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well. Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the...
... the LCD monitor gently with a soft cloth. NOTE • Avoid using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product. If the camcorder is left dirty. • When using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol. • Mold may form if the lens is particularly dirty, dip... the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well. Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the...
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... to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Operating humidity 35% to 80% Camera/LCD monitor Pickup 1/6" (800,000 pixels) CCD Lens F 1.8 to 4.0, f = 2.2 mm to 77.0 mm, 35:1 power zoom lens Filter diameter ø30.5 mm LCD monitor 2.7" diagonally ... GZ-MG650 only GZ-MG680 HDMI HDMI Mini Connector USB Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V$, 50 Hz/60 Hz § Output DC 11 V , 1 A Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency...
... to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Operating humidity 35% to 80% Camera/LCD monitor Pickup 1/6" (800,000 pixels) CCD Lens F 1.8 to 4.0, f = 2.2 mm to 77.0 mm, 35:1 power zoom lens Filter diameter ø30.5 mm LCD monitor 2.7" diagonally ... GZ-MG650 only GZ-MG680 HDMI HDMI Mini Connector USB Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V$, 50 Hz/60 Hz § Output DC 11 V , 1 A Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency...