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INSTRUCTIONS
CAMCORDER
GZ-MS130AA
LYT2031-001B-M
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.
For more details on the
operations, refer to the
GUIDEBOOK in the
supplied CD-ROM.
ENGLISH
EN

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  • Page 1 LYT2031-001B-M INSTRUCTIONS CAMCORDER GZ-MS130AA 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. For more details on the operations, refer to the GUIDEBOOK in the supplied CD-ROM.
  • Page 2 • Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself. • To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No...
  • Page 3 Remember that this camcorder is intended for Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This private consumer use only. can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the Any commercial use without proper permission malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a is prohibited.
  • Page 4 AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) CAUTION Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed. Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten.
  • Page 5 Date/Time Setting Select [CLOCK SETTING] Open the LCD monitor to CLOCK ADJUST turn on the camcorder CLOCK SETTING AREA SETTING SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME Power Button SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME QUIT Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder AREA SETTING LCD monitor...
  • Page 6 Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode S elect recording mode PLAY/REC The mode changes The auto recording when you press the indicator appears.
  • Page 7 To view files on TV ( pg. 25) It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. CAUTION Don’t forget to make copies after recording! •...
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents USING WITH TV GETTING STARTED Viewing Files on TV ......25 Index ............10 Connection with TV........25 Accessories .......... 12 Playback Operation ........25 Attaching the core filter ........ 12 Preparing the Remote Control ..... 12 Indications on LCD Monitor ....13 EDITING Necessary Settings before Use ...
  • Page 9 Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/ VF823U battery packs. This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and is made to be used with the JVC battery and not with other batteries. JVC cannot guarantee safety or performance of this product when it is operated by other batteries.
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Index NOTE • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7 and 8 during shooting. EN10...
  • Page 11 Camcorder Remote Control ! Touch Sensor Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window # OK Button R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/out) $ MENU Button S Up Button % Power (1) Button T Skip Backward Button & SD Card Slot ( pg. 18) ( EXPORT Button U Left Button ) AV Connector...
  • Page 12: Accessories

    Accessories AC Adapter Battery Pack Audio/Video Power cord Remote Control AP-V20M BN-VF808U Cable RM-V751U USB Cable CD-ROM Core Filter (x2) Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. Attaching the Core Filter The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices.
  • Page 13: Indications On Lcd Monitor

    Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording [4h59m] LIB. 0 : 0 4 : 0 1 PHOTO 1/4000 1. 11. 2009 16:55 ! Mode Indicator # EXPORT Mode Indicator ( pg. 35) ! Selected Operation Mode Indicator $ Counter pg.
  • Page 14 Indications on LCD Monitor (Continued) During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 101- 0098 1: 55 : 01 1. 11. 2009 16:55 1. 11. 2009 16:55 ! Mode Indicator ! Mode Indicator # Folder/File Number # Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when $ Slide Show Playback Indicator playing back a playlist.) % Battery Indicator...
  • Page 15: Necessary Settings Before Use

    Necessary Settings before Use To check the remaining battery power Charging the Battery Pack See page 21. Required charging/recording time (approx.) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the *When the LED light is off and the monitor camcorder. backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Recording time Battery pack Charging time...
  • Page 16: Other Settings

    Other Settings Date/Time Setting SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST) Open the LCD monitor to turn on the 1. 11. 2009 16:55 SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME camcorder. QUIT Touch MENU. Set the date and time. Select the item by using the touch sensor Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].
  • Page 17: Language Setting

    Language Setting Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod The language on the display can be changed. stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, Open the LCD monitor to turn on the and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to camcorder.
  • Page 18: Using An Sd Card

    Clipped Edge QUIT It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be Close the SD card cover. responsible for any lost data. To remove an SD card Push the SD card once.
  • Page 19: Recording/Playback

    RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording Slide the mode switch to select Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. (video) mode. PLAY/REC [4 h 59 m] 0:00:00 SNAPSHOT Press the START/STOP button to start recording. [4 h 59 m] 0:00:01 Approximate remaining time for recording appears.
  • Page 20: Still Image Recording

    Recording Files (Continued) Still Image Recording Press the PLAY/REC button to Slide the mode switch to select select recording mode. (still image) mode. PLAY/REC FINE [9999] Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. FINE indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused. To view the last recorded image Select after shooting.
  • Page 21: Zooming

    Zooming Checking the Remaining Battery Power Preparation: Preparation: • • Slide the mode switch to select Attach the battery pack. • mode. Press the PLAY/REC button to select • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. For ! mode: recording mode.
  • Page 22: Playing Back Files

    Playing Back Files Video Playback Press PLAY/REC to select the Slide the mode switch to select playback mode. (video) mode. VIDEO PLAYBACK PLAY/REC 01.11.2009 16:55 DIGEST The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To delete a video To move to the previous or next page Select * when playback is stopped.
  • Page 23: Still Image Playback

    Still Image Playback Press PLAY/REC to select the Slide the mode switch to playback mode. select (still image) mode. IMAGE PLAYBACK PLAY/REC 01.11.2009 16:55 The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second.
  • Page 24: Manual Recording

    Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set Manual Setting Menu the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. In the manual recording mode: Change to Manual Recording Mode Touch MENU. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select Select [MANUAL SETTING]. mode.
  • Page 25: Viewing Files On Tv

    Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with Playback Operation PAL-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. After the connection with TV is completed Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Connection with TV To connect using the AV connector.
  • Page 26: Managing Files

    EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting Files Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning • Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete off the power) while accessing files. Also, them, release the protection first. be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as •...
  • Page 27: Copying

    To AC Outlet AC Adapter Cable* NOTE It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using DVD Burner CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may take approx. 2 times longer than the time that is described in the instruction manual of DVD burner.
  • Page 28 Copying Files (Continued) Backup All Files Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. Files that have never been copied to the DVD • Slide the mode switch to select mode. discs are automatically selected and copied.
  • Page 29: Creating A Dvd Using A Pc

    Preparation: Creating a DVD using a PC Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. In Windows Vista, the auto play dialog box Please read the “JVC SOFTWARE LICENCE appears. AGREEMENT” in the CD-ROM instruction before you install software. Click [Easy Installation].
  • Page 30 Copying Files (Continued) Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC. R Making Backup on the PC Preparation: • Install the software to the PC. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC’s HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.
  • Page 31 Double-click the recording date. S Making User Lists to Arrange the Files You can make a user list of a certain subject (such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files related to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC. Double-click icon and open the The files recorded on the day are calendar.
  • Page 32 Copying Files (Continued) Input the disc name, select the top T Copying Files to a DVD menu style and click [Next]. Preparation: Use a recordable DVD disc (It is recommended to use a DVD-R disc.) Select the user list and click [Create Disc].
  • Page 33 Customer Support Information Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the following information ready.
  • Page 34: Dubbing Files To A Vcr/Dvd Recorder

    Copying Files (Continued) Play back playlists on the camcorder. Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder 1) Touch MENU. Preparation: 2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK]. • Create a playlist. 3) Select the desired playlist. • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to 4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is [OUTPUT].
  • Page 35: Using With A Portable Media Player

    Using with a Portable Media Player Select [DONE]. Turning on the Export Mode You can easily transfer videos recorded To cancel the export setting ® in export mode to iTunes . All the files with Select the file and press [LIB.] again. the export setting turned on are transferred To quit the screen to PC.
  • Page 36: Uploading Files To Websites

    Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode Uploading Files You can upload the file to video sharing For detalis on uploading files, refer to the websites (You Tube ) quickly after recording. operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD- For more information on YouTube™, visit ROM.
  • Page 37: Changing The Menu Settings

    If the solutions indicated in the malfunctions. chart do not solve the problem, consult your • The camcorder heats up when it is used for nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for a long time. instructions. • The battery heats up during charging.
  • Page 38 Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action • Recording cannot be SD Card or Built-In Memory is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the SD Card. performed. • Insert a commercially available SD card, and set each of the [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [SD CARD] and [REC MEDIA FOR Recording stops by IMAGE] to [SD].
  • Page 39: Warning Indications

    Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult SET DATE/TIME! your nearest JVC dealer. • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting. NOT FORMATTED •...
  • Page 40: Specifications

    Specifications For video/Audio Camcorder Format SD-VIDEO For general Recording/Playback format Power supply Video: MPEG-2 DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Signal format Power consumption PAL standard Approx. 1.8 W* Recording mode (video) * When the LED light is off and the monitor ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)
  • Page 41 Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Control 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm Weight Power supply Approx. 30 g DC 3 V (incl. battery) Battery life Approx. 1 year Design and specifications subject to change (depending on the frequency of use) without notice.
  • Page 42: Cautions

    Cautions Battery Packs Recording Medium • Be sure to follow the guidelines below The supplied battery Terminals to prevent corruption or damage to your pack is a lithium-ion recorded data. battery. Before using • Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or the supplied battery subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
  • Page 43 • To prevent the unit from dropping, Main Unit • Fasten the grip belt securely. • When using the camcorder with a tripod, attach • For safety, DO NOT the camcorder to the tripod securely..open the camcorder’s chassis. If the camcorder drops, you may be injured ...
  • Page 44: Terms

    Terms AC Adapter ............15 Manual Recording ..........24 AV Connection ..........25, 34 Menu Settings ............ 37 Number of Images ..........41 Backlight Compensation ........24 Battery Pack ..........15, 42 On-screen Recording Control ......19 Built-In Memory ..........18, 39 On-screen Zoom Control ........

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