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JVC GZ-MG40E/EK Instructions Manual

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M5E3PAL.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-MG50E/EK
GZ-MG40E/EK
GZ-MG30E/EK
GZ-MG20E/EK
INSTRUCTIONS
MasterPage: Cover
ENGLISH
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
STILL IMAGE RECORDING
& PLAYBACK
ADVANCED OPERATIONS
MENU SETTINGS
REFERENCES
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
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pg. 48)
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LYT1472-001A
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  • Page 1 M5E3PAL.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG50E/EK GZ-MG40E/EK GZ-MG30E/EK GZ-MG20E/EK INSTRUCTIONS MasterPage: Cover ENGLISH GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK ADVANCED OPERATIONS MENU SETTINGS REFERENCES To deactivate the demonstration, set “DEMO MODE”...
  • Page 2 M5E3PAL.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Major Features of this Camera Built-in Hard Disk This hard disk camera records images to a large, built-in hard disk drive (HDD) instead of a DV tape like conventional video cameras. This enables extended hours of high-resolution, MPEG2 video recording.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    M5E3PAL.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Contents GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories ... 7 Index ... 10 Power ... 14 Operation Mode ... 17 Language Setting ... 18 Date/Time Settings ... 18 Brightness Adjustment of the Display ... 19 Grip Adjustment ...
  • Page 4 However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-VF707U battery pack and, to recharge it or to supply power to the camera from an AC outlet, use the provided multi- voltage AC adapter.
  • Page 5 (Business users) If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information about the take-back of the product. [Other Countries outside the European Union] If you wish to dispose of this product, please do...
  • Page 6 Bring your camera together with the SD Memory Card When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the SD Memory Card. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    M5E3PAL.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories MasterPage: Heading0_Right AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V17E Power Cord (AP-V14E only) Battery Pack BN-VF707U (2 pieces for GZ- MG50E/EK) Audio/Video Cable Cable Adapter USB Cable (Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.) Shoulder Strap (See page 8 for attachment) Lens Cap (See page 8 for attachment)
  • Page 8 M5E3PAL.book Page 8 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Attaching the Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. Open the velcro strip. Thread the strap through the eyelet. Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and the buckle. To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then tighten the strap in the buckle.
  • Page 9 M5E3PAL.book Page 9 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Attaching the Core Filter Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Stopper Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx.

  • Page 10: Index

    M5E3PAL.book Page 10 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Index MasterPage: Heading0_Left ATTENTION: Be careful not to cover , and shooting. Be careful not to cover during playback. during...
  • Page 11 M5E3PAL.book Page 11 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Controls Mode Switch [MODE] ( pg. 17) Light Button [LIGHT] ( pg. 31) Information Button [INFO/ pg. 38) Play/Pause Button [49] ( pg. 24, 29) Forward Search Button [ )] ( Right Button [ ]/Auto/Manual Mode Switch pg.
  • Page 12 M5E3PAL.book Page 12 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording 11:30 10.11. 2005 Manual Mode Indicator ( pg. 17) Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( pg. 50) Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg.
  • Page 13 M5E3PAL.book Page 13 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM During Video Playback 10. 11. 2005 Mode Indicator ( pg. 17) Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when play list is played back. pg. 43) Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), [E] (economy) ( pg.

  • Page 14: Power

    M5E3PAL.book Page 14 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Power This camera’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. Charging the Battery Pack Power/Charge Lamp Power Switch Lock Button...
  • Page 15 M5E3PAL.book Page 15 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM NOTES: This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN- VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.
  • Page 16 INFO/ several times, 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.

  • Page 17: Operation Mode

    M5E3PAL.book Page 17 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Operation Mode To turn on the camera, set the power switch to while pressing down the lock button located on the switch. The power/charge lamp turns on. To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF.

  • Page 18: Language Setting

    M5E3PAL.book Page 18 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. pg. 48, 49) Set the power switch to Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Press CAMERA SETTING select [DISPLAY], then BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING press 49.

  • Page 19: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

    M5E3PAL.book Page 19 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Brightness Adjustment of the Display The brightness of the display can be adjusted. Set the power switch to while pressing down the lock button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg.

  • Page 20: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    M5E3PAL.book Page 20 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM GETTING STARTED Inserting/Removing an SD Card You can use an SD card as a recording medium in the SD slot. See page 62 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera. Clipped Edge SD Card (optional) Label...

  • Page 21: Selecting A Recording Medium

    M5E3PAL.book Page 21 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Selecting a Recording Medium Select the recording medium before starting recording or playback. ( pg. 48, 49) Example: When recording still images to an SD card Set the power switch to Press MENU.

  • Page 22: Video Recording & Playback

    M5E3PAL.book Page 22 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Video Recording Power Switch Lock Button Zoom Lever MODE Recording Start/Stop Button Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in hard disk by the factory-preset.

  • Page 23: Zooming

    VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK NOTES: The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camera.

  • Page 24: Video Playback

    M5E3PAL.book Page 24 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Video Playback Power Switch Lock Button MODE Zoom Lever INFO/ Speaker Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to The index screen for videos appears. The image on the index screen shows the first part of the shooting.

  • Page 25: How To Use The Scroll Bar

    M5E3PAL_04Basic.fm Page 25 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 2:40 PM How to Use the Scroll Bar You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll bar is useful when deleting files ( pg.

  • Page 26: Connecting To A Tv Or Vcr

    NOTES: The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Centre described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camera. The core filter reduces interference.

  • Page 27: Playback Using The Remote Control

    M5E3PAL_04Basic.fm Page 27 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 2:40 PM Playback Using the Remote Control 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 your VCR. Installing the Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery...

  • Page 28: Still Image Recording & Playback

    M5E3PAL_04Basic.fm Page 28 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 2:40 PM STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK Still Image Recording Power Switch Lock Button Zoom Lever MODE Recording Start/Stop Button Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to The camera is programmed to record still images on the built-in hard disk by the factory-preset.

  • Page 29: Still Image Playback

    M5E3PAL_04Basic.fm Page 29 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 2:40 PM Still Image Playback Power Switch Lock Button MODE Zoom Lever INFO/ Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to A still image is displayed. To switch the medium to be played back, see pages 21, 48 and 49.

  • Page 30: How To Use The Scroll Bar

    M5E3PAL_04Basic.fm Page 30 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 2:40 PM STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK How to Use the Scroll Bar You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll bar is useful when deleting files ( pg.

  • Page 31: Advanced Operations

    M5E3PAL.book Page 31 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, dark portions of the subject are brightened by increasing the exposure. Set the power switch to Press and hold ) so that displayed.

  • Page 32: Manual Settings In Mset Menu

    M5E3PAL.book Page 32 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM RECORDING FEATURES Manual Settings in MSET Menu You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the MSET menus. How to Select a Menu Item Set the power switch to Press and hold / ) so that displayed.

  • Page 33: Manual Focus

    M5E3PAL.book Page 33 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Manual Focus The camera's Full Range AF system offers continuous focusing ability from close-up to infinity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode. Select [AF] in the MSET menu.

  • Page 34: White Balance

    M5E3PAL.book Page 34 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM RECORDING FEATURES White Balance The white balance is usually adjusted automatically for correctness of the colour reproduction under various lighting. However, you can also select the following modes according to the shooting situations. Select [WB] in the MSET menu.

  • Page 35: Shutter Speed

    M5E3PAL.book Page 35 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Shutter Speed You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast- moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion. Select [S.SP] in the MSET menu.

  • Page 36: Program Ae

    M5E3PAL.book Page 36 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM RECORDING FEATURES Program AE You can use the program AE settings for specific shooting situations. Select [P.AE] in the MSET menu. ( Press to select the desired mode. TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.

  • Page 37: Playback Features

    M5E3PAL.book Page 37 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Wipe or Fader Effects You can view videos with various effects of scene transition. Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Press to select [WIPE/FADER], then press 49.

  • Page 38: Managing Files

    M5E3PAL.book Page 38 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM MANAGING FILES Viewing File Information You can view the file information in playback mode. Information on Video Files Press INFO/ while video playback is paused. File information appears. FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file)

  • Page 39: Deleting Files

    M5E3PAL.book Page 39 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM To protect all files Press to select [PROTECT ALL], then press 49. Press to select [EXECUTE], then press 49. All files are protected. To release protection of all files Select [CANCEL ALL], then press 49. Press to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.

  • Page 40: Cleaning Up A Recording Medium

    M5E3PAL.book Page 40 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM MANAGING FILES To delete by selecting multiple files Press to select [FILE SELECT], then press 49. The index screen appears. Press to select the file you want to delete, then press 49. To select other files, repeat step The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom lever and pressing...

  • Page 41: Copying/Moving Still Image Files

    M5E3PAL.book Page 41 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Copying/Moving Still Image Files You can copy or move still image files between the built-in hard disk (HDD) and SD card using the on-screen display. Before proceeding to following steps, Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD slot.

  • Page 42: Resetting The File Number

    M5E3PAL.book Page 42 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM MANAGING FILES Resetting the File Number By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously recorded files.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Play List

    M5E3PAL.book Page 43 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM To check the play list by playing back the video You can check the play list before saving it. After step 10, press to select a thumbnail image of the play list. Press to select a scene you want to check.
  • Page 44 M5E3PAL.book Page 44 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM MANAGING FILES Add/Delete Files in Play List You can edit existing play lists by adding or deleting files. Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Press to select [PLAY LIST], then press 49.
  • Page 45 M5E3PAL.book Page 45 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Deleting Play List You can delete unnecessary play lists. Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to Press MENU. The menu screen appears. Press to select [PLAY LIST], then press 49.

  • Page 46: Dpof Print Setting

    M5E3PAL.book Page 46 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM MANAGING FILES DPOF Print Setting This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camera. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or bring a recording medium to photo lab for print.

  • Page 47: Direct Printing With A Pictbridge Printer

    M5E3PAL.book Page 47 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera with the USB cable directly to the printer. DPOF setting can also be used. pg.

  • Page 48: Menu Settings

    M5E3PAL.book Page 48 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings You can change the menu settings to customize your camera. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings. Power Switch Lock Button INFO/...
  • Page 49 M5E3PAL.book Page 49 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM REMOTE OFF: Makes the camera not to receive the signal from the remote control. [ON]: Enables the operation with the remote control. DROP DETECTION OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Turns off the power automatically to prevent HDD damage when the camera is accidentally dropped.

  • Page 50: Video Recording Menus

    Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on the tripod. CAMERA SETTING ZOOM GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK 15X: Only optical zoom is available up to 15x. [60X]: Digital zoom is available up to 60x. 700X: Digital zoom is available up to 700x.

  • Page 51: Still Image Recording Menus

    M5E3PAL.book Page 51 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Still Image Recording Menus [ ] = Factory-preset QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD Select the desired image quality. IMAGE SIZE* [1152 x 864] / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480 Select the desired image size. * Not available for GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK.

  • Page 52: References

    If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. (Refer to “To reset the camera” below.) If the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 8 To reset the camera Press RESET using a piece of wire or other such pointed instrument. The power is turned off once and turned on again automatically.
  • Page 53 M5E3PAL.book Page 53 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Playback Playback cannot be performed. Recording medium is not selected properly. HSelect the recording medium. ( pg. 21, 48, 49) Playback starts, but there is no picture on the connected TV. HSet the TV's input mode or channel appropriate for video playback.
  • Page 54 When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology.

  • Page 55: Warning Indications

    M5E3PAL.book Page 55 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Warning Indications The following indications appear on the screen. (Battery indicator) Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level High Exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
  • Page 56 M5E3PAL.book Page 56 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM REFERENCES NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MPEG FOLDER The data cannot be recorded properly, or the video management file is deleted or not found. Video files have been moved to MPEG (EXTMOV) folder.

  • Page 57: Cleaning The Camera

    M5E3PAL.book Page 57 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM Cleaning the Camera Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt.
  • Page 58 • Do not store the recording medium in locations with high temperature or high humidity. • Do not touch the metal parts. Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to DVD or other media for storage.)
  • Page 59 JVC dealer. When requesting repairs for malfunctioning by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the SD Memory Card. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

  • Page 60: Specifications

    –20°C to 50°C Pickup 1/4.5" (1,330,000 pixels) CCD MasterPage: Body_Left Lens GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK: F 1.2 to 2.8, f = 3.0 mm to 45 mm, 15:1 power zoom lens GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK: F 1.8 to 3.2, f = 2.2 mm to 50 mm, 25:1 power...
  • Page 61 48 kHz, 256 kbps ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps For still image Format JPEG Image size GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK: 3 modes (1152 x 864 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480) GZ-MG30E/EK/GZ-MG20E/EK: Only 1 mode (640 x 480) Picture quality 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

  • Page 62: Economy

    For video recording, use a high-speed SD memory card (at least 10 MB/s). MasterPage: Body_Left : Approximate recording time (for video) (The numbers indicate “minutes”.) Built-in hard disk GZ-MG50E/EK GZ-MG30E/EK Quality GZ-MG40E/EK GZ-MG20E/EK ULTRA FINE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY SD card Quality ULTRA FINE...
  • Page 63 1024 x 768/ 5675 — STANDARD* 1152 x 864/ 2230 — FINE* 1152 x 864/ 3670 — STANDARD* * For GZ-MG50E/EK/GZ-MG40E/EK only. MasterPage: Menu_Right REFERENCES SD card Image size/ quality 640 x 480/ 1555 3140 FINE 640 x 480/ 1115...

  • Page 64: Terms

    M5E3PAL.book Page 64 Tuesday, June 14, 2005 1:40 PM ... 16 AC Adapter ... 31 Backlight Compensation ... 14 Battery Pack ... 19 Brightness ... 19, 49 Brightness Control ... 48 – 51 Changing The Menu Settings ... 14 Charging The Battery Pack ...

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