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GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Model No. Serial 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 Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of the camcorder) below.
GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Model No. Serial 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 Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of the camcorder) below.
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... Button e Down Button f INDEX Button* g DISP Button * Each time you press INDEX, the screen switches as shown below: ! UPLOAD Button (Z p. 57) TITLE Button (Z p. 41) . Camcorder ! 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...
... Button e Down Button f INDEX Button* g DISP Button * Each time you press INDEX, the screen switches as shown below: ! UPLOAD Button (Z p. 57) TITLE Button (Z p. 41) . Camcorder ! 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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... Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M ! 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...
... Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M ! 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...
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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) N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M ! During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 8 N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M ! Mode Indicator # Playlist ... Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) ) Battery Indicator * Date/Time (Z p. 16) + Volume Level Indicator , GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (Z p. 63) Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications on LCD monitor switch as...
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) N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M ! During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 8 N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M ! Mode Indicator # Playlist ... Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) ) Battery Indicator * Date/Time (Z p. 16) + Volume Level Indicator , GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (Z p. 63) Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications on LCD monitor switch as...
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... To connect using the HDMI mini connector We recommend using the AV connector Preparation: • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off all units. Preparation: Turn off and on the camcorder again. In such cases, perform the following operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it...using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable). It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals.
... To connect using the HDMI mini connector We recommend using the AV connector Preparation: • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off all units. Preparation: Turn off and on the camcorder again. In such cases, perform the following operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it...using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable). It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals.
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...to [OFF]. • If HDMI-CEC does not work correctly when devices such as amplifier and selector are connected via HDMI GZ-MG680 Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CECenabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you to utilize the following convenient functions. • HDMI-CEC (Consumer... Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between the camcorder and the TV. (Z p. 31) • Turn on the TV and set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON]. (Z p. 63) Operation method 1...
...to [OFF]. • If HDMI-CEC does not work correctly when devices such as amplifier and selector are connected via HDMI GZ-MG680 Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CECenabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you to utilize the following convenient functions. • HDMI-CEC (Consumer... Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between the camcorder and the TV. (Z p. 31) • Turn on the TV and set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON]. (Z p. 63) Operation method 1...
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...modes on LCD monitor Each time you want to its AUX input mode. Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder Preparation: • Create a playlist. • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off all units. To connect using the AV connectors (analog ...dubbing) AC Adapter DC Connector AV Connector To AC Outlet AV Cable VCR/DVD Recorder AV Connector (Input) 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder....
...modes on LCD monitor Each time you want to its AUX input mode. Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder Preparation: • Create a playlist. • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off all units. To connect using the AV connectors (analog ...dubbing) AC Adapter DC Connector AV Connector To AC Outlet AV Cable VCR/DVD Recorder AV Connector (Input) 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder....
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...(Continued) GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Dubbing Files from a VCR/DVD Player Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [INPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off all units. To connect using the AV connectors (analog dubbing) AC Adapter DC Connector AV Connector 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 2 ...Start playback on the VCR/DVD player. 3 Press START/STOP on the camcorder at the scene where you want to record contain both 16:9 and 4:3 screen size, recording stops ...
...(Continued) GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Dubbing Files from a VCR/DVD Player Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [INPUT]. (Z p. 63) • Turn off all units. To connect using the AV connectors (analog dubbing) AC Adapter DC Connector AV Connector 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 2 ...Start playback on the VCR/DVD player. 3 Press START/STOP on the camcorder at the scene where you want to record contain both 16:9 and 4:3 screen size, recording stops ...
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..., the HDMI mini connector outputs 480i or 480p regardless of the setting in 480i, 480p, 1080i or 1080p. NOTE When the camcorder is selected. - ! GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 A SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O Switches input and output for the AV connector of the connected television when outputting videos from the...output in 480i or 480p. AUTO 2: The video is output in 480i, 480p or 1080i. [480p]: The video is set to the screen of the camcorder. [OUTPUT]: Switches to input. OFF: Turns off the linked operations. [ON]: Turns on TV. EN 63 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset ...
..., the HDMI mini connector outputs 480i or 480p regardless of the setting in 480i, 480p, 1080i or 1080p. NOTE When the camcorder is selected. - ! GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 A SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O Switches input and output for the AV connector of the connected television when outputting videos from the...output in 480i or 480p. AUTO 2: The video is output in 480i, 480p or 1080i. [480p]: The video is set to the screen of the camcorder. [OUTPUT]: Switches to input. OFF: Turns off the linked operations. [ON]: Turns on TV. EN 63 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset ...
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... see if used in the 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 are not malfunctions. • The camcorder heats up during charging. • When playing back a video, the image stops...chart. Troubleshooting Before requesting service, consult the following phenomena are not using it is displayed, the power turns off when the camcorder warms up after being cold, the camcorder may switch itself off to check it . • If you connect to a TV compatible with HDMI-CEC with an...
... see if used in the 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 are not malfunctions. • The camcorder heats up during charging. • When playing back a video, the image stops...chart. Troubleshooting Before requesting service, consult the following phenomena are not using it is displayed, the power turns off when the camcorder warms up after being cold, the camcorder may switch itself off to check it . • If you connect to a TV compatible with HDMI-CEC with an...
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...fully charged, the lamp does not flash.) • When recharging in the camcorder, it again. 2) Turn off . Other problems EN 67 GZ-MG680 HDMI-CEC functions do not work properly, and the TV does not work . GZ-MG680 When connecting to [OFF]. The remote control does not work in conjunction... with all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase the files from the camcorder. • Check the remaining battery pack charge. (When the...
...fully charged, the lamp does not flash.) • When recharging in the camcorder, it again. 2) Turn off . Other problems EN 67 GZ-MG680 HDMI-CEC functions do not work properly, and the TV does not work . GZ-MG680 When connecting to [OFF]. The remote control does not work in conjunction... with all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase the files from the camcorder. • Check the remaining battery pack charge. (When the...
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... the camcorder to a...JVC customer service for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software. If a malfunction occurs in the help of the provided Everio... MediaBrowser software. Cannot export the file to iTunes® • Refer to "Q&A", "Latest Information", "Download Information", etc. in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the HDD ! 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...
... the camcorder to a...JVC customer service for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software. If a malfunction occurs in the help of the provided Everio... MediaBrowser software. Cannot export the file to iTunes® • Refer to "Q&A", "Latest Information", "Download Information", etc. in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the HDD ! 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...
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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... V (p-p) to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 W Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 W Audio input*: 300 mV (rms), 50 kW Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kW * GZ-MG680 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$, 50 Hz...
...to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Operating humidity 35% to 80% Camera/LCD monitor Pickup 1/6" (800,000 pixels) CCD Lens F 1.8 to 4.0, f = 2.2 mm to 77.0 mm, 35:1 power zoom lens Filter diameter ø30.5 mm LCD monitor 2.7" diagonally... V (p-p) to 1.2 V (p-p), 75 W Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 W Audio input*: 300 mV (rms), 50 kW Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kW * GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 only GZ-MG680 HDMI HDMI Mini Connector USB Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V$, 50 Hz...
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Approximate recordable time (for video) Quality Recording medium GZ-MG630 60 GB HDD GZ-MG650 80 GB GZ-MG680 120 GB ULTRA FINE 14 h 20 m 19 h 00 m 28 h 40 m FINE 21 h 20 m 28 h 20 m 42 h 40 m NORMAL 28 h 10 m 37 h 40 m 56 h 20 m ...
Approximate recordable time (for video) Quality Recording medium GZ-MG630 60 GB HDD GZ-MG650 80 GB GZ-MG680 120 GB ULTRA FINE 14 h 20 m 19 h 00 m 28 h 40 m FINE 21 h 20 m 28 h 20 m 42 h 40 m NORMAL 28 h 10 m 37 h 40 m 56 h 20 m ...
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... dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. EN 75 leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is low (more of Conformity Model Number : GZ-MG680U/650U/630U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. near a television set. ... near a cooking stove. ... expose the apparatus to the following measures: Reorient or relocate...
... dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. EN 75 leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is low (more of Conformity Model Number : GZ-MG680U/650U/630U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. near a television set. ... near a cooking stove. ... expose the apparatus to the following measures: Reorient or relocate...
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GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Model No. ENGLISH 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. 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.
GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U EN Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this product. Model No. ENGLISH 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. 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.
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Camcorder Power Button GZ-MG680 HDMI Mini Connector (੬ p. 31) DISPLAY Button (੬ p. 15) Speaker Zoom Lever (੬ p. 22) Speaker Volume Control SNAPSHOT Button (੬ p. 21) Touch Sensor OK ...
Camcorder Power Button GZ-MG680 HDMI Mini Connector (੬ p. 31) DISPLAY Button (੬ p. 15) Speaker Zoom Lever (੬ p. 22) Speaker Volume Control SNAPSHOT Button (੬ p. 21) Touch Sensor OK ...
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...; p. 29) : Photometry Area Control Indicator (੬ p. 30) Shutter Speed (੬ p. 29) 8 Mode Indicator EXPORT Mode Indicator (੬ p. 55) Counter Upload Mode Indicator (੬ p. 57) ": GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Analog Input Indicator (੬ p. 63) Video Quality: # (ULTRA FINE), $ (FINE), % (NORMAL), & (ECONOMY) (੬ p. 60) Remaining Time .REC: (Appears during recording.) .2: (Appears during record-standby...
...; p. 29) : Photometry Area Control Indicator (੬ p. 30) Shutter Speed (੬ p. 29) 8 Mode Indicator EXPORT Mode Indicator (੬ p. 55) Counter Upload Mode Indicator (੬ p. 57) ": GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Analog Input Indicator (੬ p. 63) Video Quality: # (ULTRA FINE), $ (FINE), % (NORMAL), & (ECONOMY) (੬ p. 60) Remaining Time .REC: (Appears during recording.) .2: (Appears during record-standby...
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... 2': Forward Slow-Motion 12: Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) Battery Indicator Date/Time (੬ p. 16) Volume Level Indicator GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (੬ p. 63) N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M Mode Indicator Quick Review Indicator ...(੬ p. 21) Folder/File Number Slide Show Playback Indicator Battery Indicator Date/Time (੬ p. 16) GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (੬ p. 63) Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications on LCD monitor switch as shown below...
... 2': Forward Slow-Motion 12: Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) Battery Indicator Date/Time (੬ p. 16) Volume Level Indicator GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (੬ p. 63) N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M Mode Indicator Quick Review Indicator ...(੬ p. 21) Folder/File Number Slide Show Playback Indicator Battery Indicator Date/Time (੬ p. 16) GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p (੬ p. 63) Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications on LCD monitor switch as shown below...
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... To connect using the HDMI mini connector We recommend using the AV connector Preparation: • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (੬ p. 63) • Turn off all units. DC Connector HDMI Mini Connector AC Adapter HDMI Cable (optional) (Mini ... following operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again. 2) Turn off all units. Preparation: Turn off and on the camcorder again. 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. Ⅵ...
... To connect using the HDMI mini connector We recommend using the AV connector Preparation: • GZ-MG680 GZ-MG650 Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (੬ p. 63) • Turn off all units. DC Connector HDMI Mini Connector AC Adapter HDMI Cable (optional) (Mini ... following operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again. 2) Turn off all units. Preparation: Turn off and on the camcorder again. 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. Ⅵ...