LYT2046-001A-M
GZ-MS90U
EN SP FR
INSTRUCTIONS
CAMCORDER
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
VIDEOCÁMARA
Dear.Customer
Thank you for purchasing this
camcorder. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure
safe use of this product.
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
CAMÉSCOPE
Accessories......................................5
- Charging the Battery Pack
- Insert an SD Card
- Checking Remaining Battery
Power
PC...................................................13
File.Backup.....................................14
File.Upload.to.YouTube™...............15
Further.Information.................17.-.20
For.Future.Reference:.
Enter the Model No. (located on the
bottom of the camcorder) and Serial
No. (located on the battery pack
mount of the camcorder) below.
Model.No.
Serial.No.
IMPORTANT.SAFETY.INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
Declaration.of.Conformity
Model Number: GZ-MS90U
2. Keep these instructions.
Trade Name: JVC
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
Responsible party: JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Address: 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470
Telephone Number: 973-317-5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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
Changes or modifications not approved
by JVC could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment. This equipment has
been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna. Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
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.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
If this symbol is shown, it is only
valid in the European Union.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Read.This.First!
How.to.Select.an.Item.Using.the.
Touch.Sensor
An example screen in English is used for the
guidance below.
Make.a.backup.of.important.
recorded.data
JVC will not be responsible for any lost
data. It is recommended to copy your
important recorded data to a DVD or other
recording media for storage. (Z pg. 14)
E.g. Selecting an item from the menu list
(on the menu screen)
Make.a.trial.recording
MENU
Before the actual recording of important
data, make a trial recording and play back
the recorded data to check that the video
and sound have been recorded correctly.
We recommend you to use the same
recording media when performing both the
trial recording and the actual recording.
SHUTTER MODE
IMAGE QUALITY
R
GAIN UP
BASIC SETTINGS
Reset.the.camcorder.if.it.does.
not.operate.correctly.(Z pg. 17)
S
Q
Q Touch the MENU button.
Precautions.on.handling.
batteries
R Slide your finger up and down on the
sensor.
S Touch the OK button.
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/
VF815U/VF823U battery packs.
•
If the camcorder is subjected to
electrostatic discharge, turn the power off
before using it again.
•
CAUTION
Touch the sensors with your finger. The
sensors do not function if you touch them with
your fingernail or with gloves on.
If.a.malfunction.occurs,.
stop.using.the.camcorder.
immediately.and.contact.
www.jvc.com.or.by.phone.at.
1-800-252-5722.
On-screen.function.guide
The on-screen function guide is displayed at
the bottom of the screen during menu display,
etc.
Recorded data may be erased while the
camcorder is being repaired or inspected.
Back up all data before requesting repairs
or inspections.
EDITED COPY
CHANGE EVENT REG.
EDIT PLAYLIST
BASIC SETTINGS
CHANGE REGISTERED EVENT
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Accessories
or
AC.Adapter
AP-V18U/V14U/V20U
Battery.Pack
BN-VF808U
Audio/Video.Cable
USB.Cable
(Z pg. 13)
CD-ROM
(Z pg. 12)
Core.Filter
(for USB Cable)
* The core filter reduces
interference.
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Attaching.the.Core.Filter.to.the.USB.Cable
Attach the core filter to the USB cable. The core filter reduces interference. Connect the end of
the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.
Release.the.stopper.
3.cm
Wind.once.
To.be.connected.to.
the.camcorder.
Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER.
For more details on the operations, refer to the GUIDEBOOK in the
supplied CD-ROM.
In order to view the GUIDEBOOK, Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe®
Reader® must be installed.
Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from Adobe’s web site:
NOTE
Select.your.desired.language.with.a.single.click.
The model name is indicated on the bottom of your camcorder.
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Getting.Started
NOTES
Charging.the.Battery.Pack
You can also use the camcorder with just
•
the AC adapter.
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter
plug and cable. This may damage the AC
adapter.
•
1
Close.the.LCD.monitor.to.turn.off.
the.camcorder.
2
Attach.the.battery.pack.
High
Exhausted
Slide the battery pack until it locks in
place.
Displays the remaining battery power. As
the battery power comes close to nil, the
battery indicators blink. When the battery
power is exhausted, power turns off
automatically.
3
Connect.the.AC.adapter.
DC.Jack
Charge.
lamp
Insert.an.SD.Card
Operations are confirmed on the following
SD cards.
Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC
card
Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SD
card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB
to 16 GB)
If other media are used, they may fail to
record data correctly, or they may lose data
that had already been recorded.
MultiMediaCards are not supported.
Cards used to record video on this
camcorder cannot be played back on other
devices.
•
•
BATT.
AC.Adapter
To.AC.Outlet
(110V.to.240V)
The charge lamp blinks to indicate
charging has started.
•
When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished.
•
•
•
Required.charging/recording.time.
(approx.)
* When the monitor backlight is set to
[STANDARD] mode.
Some card readers (including internal card
readers in PCs) may not be able to support
SDHC format. Please use the camcorder or
other SDHC compatible devices to access
the card.
•
Battery pack Charging time Recording time
BN-VF808U
1 hr. 30 min.
2 hr. 5 min.*
(Provided)
BN-VF815U
BN-VF823U
2 hr. 40 min.
3 hr. 50 min.
4 hr. 15 min.*
6 hr. 25 min.*
1
Close.the.LCD.monitor.to.turn.off.
the.camcorder.
.To.detach.the.battery.pack
L
Slide and hold BATT., then remove the
battery pack.
2
Open.the.SD.card.cover.
.To.check.the.remaining.battery.
power
L
See page 9.
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3
Firmly.insert.the.card.with.its.clipped.
edge.first.
Date/Time.Setting
Clipped.
Edge
Bottom.of.the.
Camcorder
1
2
Open.the.LCD.monitor.to.turn.on.
the.camcorder.
When.[SET.DATE/TIME!].appears,.
select.[YES].within.10.seconds.
SET DATE/TIME!
YES
NO
4
Close.the.SD.card.cover.
.To.remove.an.SD.card
Push the SD card once.
(Z pg. 4)
L
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
NOTES
If you do not select within 10 seconds,
the screen disappears. In such case,
press the power button ( ) and turn the
camcorder on again.
Insert and remove the SD card only while
the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on
the card may be corrupted.
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse
side of the label.
•
3
Set.the.date.and.time.
•
MEMORY.CARD.ERROR!
Turn off the camcorder. Remove the
SD card and insert it again. Turn on the
camcorder. If the error message appears
again, replace the card with one that is
confirmed to operate correctly.
(Z pg. 4)
Repeat this step to input the day, month,
year, hour and minute.
Format.an.SD.card.when.using.it.for.
the.first.time
This will also ensure stable speed and
operation when accessing the SD card.
.To.change.the.date.and.time
1) Touch the MENU button.
2) Select [BASIC SETTINGS], and then
[CLOCK ADJUST].
L
Select.[FORMAT.SD.CARD].from.the.
MENU..
.To.return.to.the.previous.screen
L
L
Select
.
@
.To.quit.the.screen
Touch the MENU button.
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Recording.Files
Preparation: Insert an SD card.
•
Open lens cover.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.
•
•
Slide.the.mode.switch.to.select.
!.(video).or.#.(still.image).
mode.
Press.the.SELECT.PLAY/REC.
button.to.select.recording.mode.
SELECT
PLAY/REC
Zoom.
out
Zoom.
in
Video.Recording
Press.the.START/STOP.button.to.
start.or.stop.recording.
Record-standby
REC
Recording
Approximate remaining time for
recording appears.
Still.Image.Recording
Press.and.hold.the.SNAPSHOT.
button.halfway.
.
Don’t.forget.to.make.copies/
L
backup.after.recording!.(Z.pg..14)
.To.change.the.aspect.ratio.of.
the.image.(16:9/4:3)
L
Change the settings in [SELECT
ASPECT RATIO] from the MENU.
The ? indicator becomes green when
the captured image is focused.
.To.record.a.video.clip.(approx..
10.minutes)
L
Press.the.SNAPSHOT.button.fully.to.
take.the.photo/picture.
Before you start recording,
press UPLOAD button twice to
“UPLOAD REC ON”.
appears.
NOTES
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 is not compatible with
other digital video formats.
•
•
.To.record.still.images.continuously
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in
[SHUTTER MODE] from the MENU.
L
.To.view.the.video/image.you.just.recorded
L
L
Select A during pause. During the preview, you can delete the video/image by selecting *.
.To.change.the.picture.quality
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY] or [IMAGE QUALITY] from the MENU.
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CHECK.LENS.COVER
Checking.the.Remaining.Battery.
Power
Appears for 5 seconds after power is
turned on if the lens cover is closed or
when it is dark.
Preparation:
Attach the battery pack.
RECORDING.FAILURE
The writing speed of SD card is slow,
For ! mode:
•
or the SD card is corrupted. Use an
SD card that is confirmed to operate
correctly.
Press the INFO button twice or the INFO
button and then select
.
;
For # mode:
Appears when the SD card is full
•
Press the INFO button.
and recording is not possible. Delete
unnecessary files, or replace the SD
card.
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INFO
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OKP
VIDEO.MANAGEMENT.FILE.
IS.DAMAGED..RECOVERY.IS.
REQUIRED.TO.RECORD/PLAYBACK..
RECOVER?
The video management file is damaged.
Recovery is required to record or play
back video files. Select [YES], then
touch the OK button to recover the video
management file.
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.To.return.to.the.normal.screen
L
Press the INFO button again.
NOTES
If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,
there may be a problem with your battery.
In such a case, consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
The recordable time display should only
be used as a guide. It is displayed in 10
minute units.
•
Manual.Recording.Mode
•
•
Manual recording mode enables you to set
focus, screen brightness, etc. manually.
Pressing INFO button while connecting to
PC may launch DVD dubbing.
Press.twice
←
AUTO
/
.AUTO. 3.MANUAL
4
.
→
MANUAL
Change the settings in [MANUAL SETTING]
from the MENU.
Approximate.recording.time.(for.video)
Recording
medium
SD or SDHC Card
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
1 hr.
8 GB
16 GB
Quality
ULTRA FINE
FINE
3 min.
5 min.
6 min.
18 min.
6 min.
10 min.
13 min.
14 min.
21 min.
29 min.
29 min.
43 min.
1 hr.
1 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 45 min.
1 hr. 20 min. 2 hr. 50 min. 5 hr. 40 min.
1 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 45 min. 7 hr. 30 min.
NORMAL
ECONOMY
36 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 2 hr. 30 min.
5 hr.
9 hr. 55 min. 19 hr. 50 min.
Approximate.number.of.storable.images.(for.still.image)
Recording medium
SD or SDHC Card
256 MB 512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
9999
9999
4 GB
8 GB
9999
9999
16 GB
9999
9999
Image size/Quality
640 x 480 / FINE
640 x 480 / STANDARD
1480
2115
3030
4335
6205
8865
9999
9999
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Playing.Back.Files
.To.check.the.file.information
Press the INFO button when playback is
paused.
L
L
1
Slide.the.mode.switch.to.select.!.
(video).or.#.(still.image).mode.
.To.adjust.the.sound.volume.of.videos
Turn down the
volume
Turn up the
volume
2
Press.the.SELECT.PLAY/REC.
button.to.select.playback.mode.
SELECT
PLAY/REC
.Using.on-screen.buttons
L
A
The index screen for videos appears.
3
Select.the.desired.file.using.laser.
sensor.and.press.OK.
B
A
To select an on-screen button appearing
on the left side, touch the portion of the
sensor next to the on-screen button.
SD
B
To select an on-screen button appearing at
the bottom of the screen, touch the touch
sensor under the on-screen button you
want to select.
.Operations.during.Video.Playback
.Operations.during.Still.Image.
Playback
L
L
: Return to the first scene of the file
: Go to the first scene of the next file
: Return to the index screen
: Reverse search (during playback)
: Frame-by-frame playback in reverse
direction (during pause)*
N
!
#
$
%
:Rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise
:Change playback order of slide show
in reverse direction
(
!
#
O
L
J
E
P
:Rotate 90 degrees clockwise
:Change playback order of slide show
in forward direction
)
F
: Playback
F
Q
K
G
&
(
:Return to the index screen
:Display the previous file
:Start/end the slide show
:Display the next file
L
N
F
O
$
%
&
(
: Pause
: Forward search (during playback)
: Frame-by-frame playback in forward
direction (during pause)*
* Slow playback starts when you keep
touching the sensor button under E / G
for a while.
10
Watching.Images.on.TV
Preparation:
Turn off all units.
AV Jack
DC Jack
AV Cable
To AC Outlet
AC Adapter
AV Input Jack
NOTE
This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be
used with a television of a different standard.
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.it.to.its.AUX.input.mode.
4
Start.playback.on.the.camcorder..(Z.pg..10)
16:9.TV
4:3.TV
.If.the.aspect.ratio.of.the.image.is.not.correct.as.
shown.on.the.right
L
Change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE] from
the MENU.
.To.display.the.camcorder’s.on-screen.display.
on.TV
L
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON] from the MENU.
11
PC OPERATION
Installing.Software.to.the.PC
Please read the “JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE
AGREEMENT” in the CD-ROM instruction
before you install software.
2
Click.[Easy.Installation].
The following software is included in the CD-
ROM that came with your camcorder.
.PowerCinema.NE.for.Everio.
•
The main file managing software.You
can perform various operations such as
file backup, playback, upload and DVD
authoring.
3
Click.[Yes].
Scroll right or left to focus on a function,
and select the function by clicking on the
picture.
4
5
Select.the.desired.language.and.
.Digital.Photo.Navigator.1.5.
Allows you to change the format of still
image files backed up on your PC.
•
click.[OK].
You.can.find.the.latest.information.on.the.
provided.software.program.at.CyberLink’s.
Preparation:
Quit any other software you are using.
Click.[Yes].
The software installation starts.
1
Load.the.provided.CD-ROM.into.the.
PC.
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen
appears. If the [SETUP] screen does not
appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon in
[My Computer].
6
Click.[Finish].
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Connecting.the.Camcorder.to.the.PC
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camcorder.
DC Jack
USB Jack
USB Cable
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
USB Port
NOTES
Never disconnect the USB cable while the
access/charge lamp on the camcorder lights
or blinks.
•
Do not turn off the camcorder when
the USB cable is connected, to prevent
malfunctions of the PC.
•
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter
as the power supply instead of the battery
pack.
•
POWER.IS.OFF,.OR.USB.DEVICE.IS.
UNSUPPORTED
Appears when an incompatible USB
device is connected to the camcorder.
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File.Backup
File.Backup.(Windows®).Using.
Software
File.Backup.(Windows®.and.
Macintosh).without.Using.Software
Video files that have never been backed up
onto the connected PC are automatically
selected from the back up history and backed
up.
Preparation:
Connect the camcorder to the PC with the
USB cable. (Z pg. 13)
1
On.the.PC,.create.a.folder.to.back.up.
files.into.
Preparation:
Install the software from the provided CD-
ROM. (Z pg. 12)
•
2
Open.the.LCD.monitor.to.turn.on.the.
camcorder.
Connect the camcorder to the PC with the
USB cable. (Z pg. 13)
•
3
On.the.camcorder,.select.
NOTE
[PLAYBACK.ON.PC],.then.press.OK.
When backup is performed, folders are
created in the [MyWorks] folder (Z below),
and the files are backed up inside those
folders.
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On.the.PC.(Windows®):.Select.[Open.
4
folder.to.view.files.using.Windows.
Explorer].and.click.[OK].
1
Open.the.LCD.monitor.to.turn.on.the.
camcorder.
On.the.PC.(Macintosh):.double.click.
EVERIO_SD
2
On.the.camcorder,.select.[BACK.UP].
then.press.OK.
5
Select.the.folder.you.want.to.back.
up,.and.drag.&.drop.it.into.the.folder.
you.created.in.step.1.
3
On.the.PC,.click.EVERIO_SD,.then.
click.[OK].
SD_VIDEO:
Folder that contains video files.
•
DCIM:
•
Folder that contains still image files.
When the progress bar disappears, the
process is complete.
e.g. Windows PC
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File.Upload.to.YouTube™
This method uses software on the provided
CD-ROM to perform quick video clip upload to
YouTube™ with a simple one touch operation.
Select.video.category.and.broadcast.
option..Click.[Next].
6
The Video Title is automatically filled in during
uploading process with the File name, and
the Description and Tags with Everio Video
references. Date information is also input.
If you want to modify this information, sign on
to your account on the YouTube™ website:
The presence of YouTube™ upload
functionality in this product is not an
endorsement or recommendation of the
product by YouTube LLC.
The operation is possible only with video
sharing website. So, before you start shooting,
set upload pre-record mode to “UPLOAD
REC ON”. (Z pg. 8)
Preparation:
Install the software from the included CD-
ROM. (Z pg. 12)
Connect the camcorder to the PC with the
USB cable. (Z pg. 13)
•
Click.on.the.check.box.and.then.click.
[Upload].
7
8
•
Uploading starts.
Click [Cancel] to cancel procedure.
Open.the.LCD.monitor.to.turn.on.the.
camcorder.
1
On.the.camcorder,.press.the.
2
UPLOAD.button.
PowerCinema starts automatically.
On.the.PC,.click.on.the.check.box.of.
3
the.desired.file.
Click.[Finish].
The s mark appears on the left of the
selected file.
NOTES
To select other files, repeat this step.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as
the power supply instead of the battery pack.
It takes approx. 5 minutes to upload every 1
minute recording of a video clip (for uplink
speed of 1Mbps).
•
•
There is no guarantee that the operation will
work in all environments or when there are
changes in YouTube™ site in the future.
•
Click.[YouTube™].
4
Login.your.username.and.password...
5
Click.[Next].
To create a YouTube™ account, click [Sign up
to YouTube™].
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Customer.Support.Information
Contact.us.for.Information.on.the.Provided.Software
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence.
JVC
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide
software, please have the following information ready.
Product Name
Model
Problem
PC
•
•
•
•
•
Manufacturer
Model (Desktop/Laptop)
CPU
OS
Error Message
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
specifications or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.
CyberLink
Telephone/fax.support
Office.hours
(Mon..to.Fri.)
Location
Language
Phone.#
Fax.#
English / German /
French / Spanish /
Italian
9:00 am to
5:00 pm
Germany
+49-700-462-92375 +49-241-70525-25
9:00 am to
6:00 pm
+886-2-8667-1298
+886-2-8667-1300
ext. 333
Taiwan
Japan
Mandarin
Japanese
10:00 am to
5:00 pm
+81-3-3516-9555
–
Paid.voice.support
Lines.are.open
(Mon..to.Fri.)
Location
Language
English
URL
1:00 pm to
10:00 pm CST
U.S.A.
Support.web/e-mail
Language
URL/e-mail.address
English
German / French /
Spanish / Italian
Japanese
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Troubleshooting
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from
a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly.
To solve the problem, first follow the
instructions below.
If the problem is not solved, reset the
camcorder. (Z below)
If the problem persists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
L.To.reset.the.camcorder
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•
•
The.following.phenomena.are.not.
malfunctions.
The camcorder heats up when it is used
for a long time.
•
1) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camcorder and remove the power
supply (battery pack or AC adapter)
from the camcorder, then reattach it.
2) Select [FACTORY PRESET] from the
MENU.
The battery heats up during charging.
When playing back a video file, the
image stops momentarily or the sound is
interrupted at junctions between scenes.
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•
Trouble
Action
Z pg.
Connect the AC adapter securely.
Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it firmly.
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.
6
6
–
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•
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No.power.is.supplied.
The.power.does.not.
turn.on,.or.the.battery.
operation.time.is.
extremely.short.even.
after.the.battery.is.fully.
charged.
Make sure to use the camcorder under appropriate
operating temperatures.
The battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please
purchase a new one.
20
–
Charging may stop in places subject to extremely high/low
temperatures to protect the battery. It is recommended
to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C
(50°F to 95°F).
When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does
not light. Check the remaining battery power.
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•
The.power/charge.
lamp.on.the.camcorder.
does.not.light.during.
charging.
9
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–
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•
Recording.cannot.be.
performed.
During.recording,.the.
date/time.does.not.
appear.
SD card is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the SD
card.
Touch the DISP button once.
Change the settings in [ZOOM].
Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording
mode.
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•
Digital.zoom.does.not.
work.
The.focus.is.not.
adjusted.automatically.
Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO].
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•
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Clean the lens and check the focus again.
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The continuous shooting speed will drop after repeated
continuous shots, depending on the SD card or under
certain recording conditions.
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The.continuous.
shooting.speed.is.slow.
To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or
channel that is appropriate for video playback.
11
•
Playback.cannot.be.
performed.
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Cautions
AC.Adapter
ATTENTION:.
The battery you
When.using.the.AC.adapter.in.areas.other.
than.the.USA
The provided AC adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
USING.HOUSEHOLD.AC.PLUG.ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to
an AC wall outlet other than American National
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug
adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest
have purchased is
recyclable. Please call
1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to
recycle this battery.
Recording.Medium.(SD.Card)
Be.sure.to.follow.the.guidelines.below.
to.prevent.corruption.or.damage.to.your.
recorded.data.
Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
•.
JVC dealer.
Plug.Adapter
•
Do not splash the recording medium with water.
Do not use, replace, or store the recording
medium in locations that are exposed to strong
static electricity or electrical noise.
•
•
Battery.Packs
Do not turn off the camcorder power or remove
•
the battery or AC adapter during shooting,
playback, or when otherwise accessing the
recording medium.
Do not bring the recording medium near objects
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit
strong electromagnetic waves.
Do not store the recording medium in locations
with high temperature or high humidity.
Do not touch the metal parts.
The supplied battery
Terminals
pack is a lithium-ion
battery. Before using
the supplied battery
pack or an optional
battery pack, be sure
to read the following
cautions:
•
•
•
To.avoid.hazards
•.
....do.not burn.
LCD.Monitor
....do.not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery
cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic
bag.
To.prevent.damage.to.the.LCD.monitor,.DO.
•.
NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
....do.not modify or disassemble.
... do.not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery
to overheat, explode or catch fire.
... use only specified chargers.
To.prolong.service.life
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
•.
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 chemical
reaction type battery — cooler temperatures
impede chemical reaction, while warmer
temperatures can prevent complete charging.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery every 6 months when storing the
battery pack over a long period time.
... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current
even when switched off.
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Cleaning
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and
remove the battery pack and AC adapter.
Main.Unit
L.To.clean.the.exterior
For.safety,.DO.NOT
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the
camcorder is particularly dirty, dip the cloth
into diluted mild soap and wring it out well
before wiping. Then wipe again with a dry
cloth.
•.
... 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 the
power supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the
power 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.
L.To.clean.the.LCD.monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not
to damage the monitor.
L.To.clean.the.lens
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
NOTES
•.
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.
•
... in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
... near a television set.
•
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
DO.NOT.leave.the.unit
•.
... in places of over 50°C.
... 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 the
unit in high places while a cable is connected
may result in a malfunction if the cable is
caught and the unit falls onto the floor.
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, attach
•
the camcorder to the tripod securely.
If the camcorder drops, you may be injured
and the camcorder may be damaged.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance.
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Specifications
L.For.video/Audio
Camcorder
Format
SD-VIDEO
Recording/Playback.format
Video: MPEG-2
Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)
Signal.format
NTSC standard
Recording.mode.(video)
ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps
(VBR)
FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR)
NORMAL: 720 x 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR)
ECONOMY: 352 x 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)
Recording.mode.(audio)
ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps
NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps
ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps
L.For.general
Power.supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power.consumption
Approx. 2.3 W*
* When the monitor backlight is set to
[STANDARD] mode.
Dimensions.(W.x.H.x.D)
54 mm x 68 mm x 111 mm
(2-3/16" x 2-11/16" x 4-3/8")
Weight
Approx. 225 g (0.50 lbs)
(incl. grip belt)
Approx. 270 g (0.60 lbs)
(incl. battery and grip belt)
Operating.temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating.humidity
35% to 80%
L.For.still.image
Format
JPEG
Storage.temperature
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
Pickup
Image.size
640 x 480
Picture.quality
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD
Lens
L.For.connectors
F 1.8 to 3.2, f = 2.2 mm to 61.6 mm,
28:1 power zoom lens
Filter.diameter
ø30.5 mm
LCD.monitor
AV.output
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ
USB
Mini USB type B, USB 2.0 compliant
2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT
active matrix system
Speaker
AC.Adapter
Monaural
Language
English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/
Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese
Power.requirement
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output
DC 11 V
, 1 A
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Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
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