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JVC Everio GZ-MG40U Instructions Manual

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HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-MG50U
GZ-MG40U
GZ-MG30U
GZ-MG20U
INSTRUCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
STILL IMAGE RECORDING
& PLAYBACK
ADVANCED OPERATIONS
MENU SETTINGS
REFERENCES
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 48)
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No.
(located on the bottom of the
camera) and Serial No. (located
on the battery pack mount of the
camera). Retain this information
for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LYT1468-001C
ENGLISH
7
22
28
31
48
52
EN

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & HARD DISK CAMCORDER PLAYBACK GZ-MG50U STILL IMAGE RECORDING GZ-MG40U & PLAYBACK GZ-MG30U ADVANCED OPERATIONS GZ-MG20U MENU SETTINGS REFERENCES To deactivate the demonstration, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. pg. 48) For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camera) and Serial No.
  • Page 2 Major Features of this Camera Built-in Hard Disk Editing Files on your PC This hard disk camera records images to a USB 2.0 enables the large, built-in hard disk drive (HDD) instead of a smooth transfer of video DV tape like conventional video cameras. This and still images to a enables extended hours of high-resolution, computer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ADVANCED OPERATIONS Contents RECORDING FEATURES ........31 Backlight Compensation ........ 31 GETTING STARTED Spot Exposure Control ........31 LED Light ............31 Provided Accessories ........7 Manual Settings in MSET Menu ....32 Index .............. 10 How to Select a Menu Item ....... 32 Power .............
  • Page 4 Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. places with water. ● Use the JVC BN-VF707U battery pack and, to Also do not place any containers filled with water recharge it or to supply power to the camera...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the 1. Read these instructions. malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a 2. Keep these instructions. risk of fire or electric shock. 3.
  • Page 6 When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your This camera records video in MPEG2 format dealer or JVC service center, be sure to bring your compliant with SD-VIDEO format. camera together with the SD Memory Card. If one...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED AC Adapter AP-V14U Provided Accessories Battery Pack BN-VF707U Audio/Video Cable 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) CD-ROM Remote Control Unit RM-V730U Lithium Battery CR 2025* (for remote control unit) Core Filter for Cables (See page 9 for...
  • Page 8 GETTING STARTED Attaching the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Lens Cap Follow the illustration. To protect the lens, attach the provided lens Open the velcro strip. cap to the camera as Thread the strap through the eyelet. shown in the illustration. Fold it back and thread it through the strap NOTE: guide and the buckle.
  • Page 9 GETTING STARTED Attaching the Core Filter LCD Monitor Attach the core filters to the cables. The core Pull on the end of the LCD monitor and open filter reduces interference. the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270°. Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter.

  • Page 10: Index

    GETTING STARTED Index ATTENTION: ● Be careful not to cover , and during shooting. ● Be careful not to cover during playback.
  • Page 11 GETTING STARTED Controls Indicators Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE] Mode Switch [MODE] ( pg. 17) pg. 14, 17) Light Button [LIGHT] ( pg. 31) Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Lights up or blinks Information Button [INFO/ pg. 38) when you access to any files. Do not turn off Play/Pause Button [49] ( pg.
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED Indications on LCD Monitor During Video Recording only During both Video and Still Image Recording [0h56m] Mode Indicator ( pg. 17) Wide Mode Indicator ( pg. 50) Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 50) 11:30AM Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] NOV 10.
  • Page 13 GETTING STARTED During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 11:30AM NOV 10. 2005 Mode Indicator ( pg. 17) Folder/File Number Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg. 29) Battery Indicator ( pg. 54) Date/Time ( pg. 49) NOV 10. 2005 Selected Medium Indicator ( pg.

  • Page 14: Power

    GETTING STARTED Set the power switch to OFF. Power With the arrow on the battery pack pointing downward, push the battery pack slightly against This camera’s 2-way power supply system lets the battery pack mount. you choose the most appropriate source of ●...
  • Page 15 ● This product includes patented and other Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging the Battery proprietary technology and will operate only Pack”. with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN- VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using Maximum continuous recording time generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage...
  • Page 16 In such a To resume the original function of the case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. accurate battery power indication ● The recordable time display should only be If the battery power indication differs from the used as a guide.

  • Page 17: Operation Mode

    GETTING STARTED 2 Recording/Playback Mode Operation Mode Select the recording/playback mode using the To turn on the camera, set the power switch to MODE switch. while pressing down the lock button : Video mode ( pg. 22, 24) located on the switch. : Still image mode ( pg.

  • Page 18: Language Setting

    GETTING STARTED Language Setting Date/Time Settings The language on the display can be changed. The recording start date/time is recorded on the pg. 48, 49) video/still image file and it can be checked by pressing INFO during playback. ( pg. 24, 29) Set the power switch to In addition, you can find the desired file by the Press MENU.

  • Page 19: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

    GETTING STARTED Brightness Adjustment of the Grip Adjustment Display Adjust the velcro strip. Pass your right hand The brightness of the display can be adjusted. through the loop and grasp Set the power switch to while the grip. pressing down the lock button located on the Adjust your thumb and switch.

  • Page 20: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    GETTING STARTED Inserting/Removing an SD Card Formatting a Recording Medium You can use an SD card as a recording medium You can format (initialize) the built-in hard disk in the SD slot. See page 62 for the guaranteed (HDD) or SD cards. You have to format the media to work with this camera.

  • Page 21: Selecting A Recording Medium

    GETTING STARTED Drop Detection Selecting a Recording Medium This function turns off the power automatically to Select the recording medium before starting prevent HDD damage when the camera is recording or playback. ( pg. 48, 49) accidentally dropped. This function is set to on Example: When recording still images to an SD at time of shipment.

  • Page 22: Video Recording & Playback

    VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK NOTES: Video Recording ● If the camera is left without any operation during recording or playback (video or still image) for 5 minutes when using the battery pack, the Power Switch camera is turned off automatically to conserve power.

  • Page 23: Zooming

    ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the Use the zoom function for close-up or wide- YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC angle shooting. You can zoom in up to 15x* by Service Center described on the sheet included in using the optical zoom.

  • Page 24: Video Playback

    VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder Video Playback If the data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. pg. 22) To play back the files in the [EXTMOV] folder, Power Switch press the recording start/stop button or START/ STOP button on the remote control while the...

  • Page 25: How To Use The Scroll Bar

    VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK How to Use the Scroll Bar Locating the start point of the file or skip the file You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index Press to locate the start point of the next file. screen to find the desired files quickly.

  • Page 26: Connecting To A Tv, Vcr Or Vdr

    ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable. Consult the JVC Service Center 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 27: Playback Using The Remote Control

    VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Buttons and Functions 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 (CR2025).

  • Page 28: Still Image Recording & Playback

    STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK Zooming Still Image Recording Use the zoom function for close-up or wide- angle shooting. For details, see page 23. Power Switch Continuous Shooting If the continuous shooting mode is set to on, Lock Button keeping the recording start/stop button pressed Zoom Lever in step 3 in “Still Image Recording”...

  • Page 29: Still Image Playback

    STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK Slide Show Still Image Playback You can playback all the images stored in recording media automatically. Power Switch Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to Lock Button ● A still image is displayed. MODE ●...

  • Page 30: How To Use The Scroll Bar

    STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK How to Use the Scroll Bar Playback Zoom You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index You can magnify the playback image up to 5x. screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll Set the power switch to bar is useful when deleting files ( pg.

  • Page 31: Advanced Operations

    RECORDING FEATURES Backlight Compensation LED Light Backlight compensation brightens the subject When shooting with insufficient light at night, the quickly. With simple operation, dark portions of LED light turns on to improve visibility during the subject are brightened by increasing the shooting.

  • Page 32: Manual Settings In Mset Menu

    RECORDING FEATURES Manual Exposure Manual Settings in MSET Menu Manual exposure is recommended in the following situations: ● When shooting using reverse lighting or when You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the MSET menus. the background is too bright. ●...

  • Page 33: Manual Focus

    RECORDING FEATURES Manual Focus To return to automatic focus Select [AUTO] in step 2. The camera's Full Range AF system offers Manual focus is recommended in situations continuous focusing ability from close-up to listed below; infinity. However, the correct focus may not be ●...

  • Page 34: White Balance

    RECORDING FEATURES White Balance Manual White Balance Adjustment Select [MWB] in WB menu. ( pg. 34) The white balance is usually adjusted Hold a sheet of automatically for correctness of the color plain white paper in reproduction under various lighting. However, front of the subject.

  • Page 35: Shutter Speed

    RECORDING FEATURES Shutter Speed To change the shutter speed Press 49, then select the shutter speed by You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast pressing and press 49. shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast- To return to automatic shutter speed moving subject and a slow shutter speed can Select [AUTO] in step 3.

  • Page 36: Program Ae

    RECORDING FEATURES Program AE Effect You can use the program AE settings for specific You can add special effects to your recording shooting situations. images. Select [P.AE] in the MSET menu. ( pg. 32) Select [EF] in the MSET menu. ( pg.

  • Page 37: Playback Features

    PLAYBACK FEATURES Wipe or Fader Effects Playback Effects You can view videos with various effects of You can view videos or still images with special scene transition. image effects. Set the power switch to Set the power switch to Set the MODE switch to Set the MODE switch to Press MENU.

  • Page 38: Managing Files

    MANAGING FILES Viewing File Information Protecting Files You can view the file information in playback You can protect files from the accidental erasure. mode. Set the power switch to Information on Video Files Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch.

  • Page 39: Deleting Files

    MANAGING FILES To protect all files Deleting Files Press to select [PROTECT ALL], then press 49. You can delete unnecessary files. Press to select [EXECUTE], then Deleting by the Button press 49. ● All files are protected. Set the power switch to To release protection of all files Select the file type (video or still image) using Select [CANCEL ALL], then press 49.

  • Page 40: Cleaning Up A Recording Medium

    MANAGING FILES To delete by selecting multiple files Cleaning Up a Recording Press to select [FILE SELECT], then Medium press 49. ● The index screen appears. Writing speed of recording media tends to Press to select the file you want become slow after long period of repeated use.

  • Page 41: Copying/Moving Still Image Files

    MANAGING FILES To copy or move by selecting files Copying/Moving Still Image Press to select [FILE], then press 49. Files ● The index screen appears. Press to select a desired file, You can copy or move still image files between then press 49.

  • Page 42: Resetting The File Number

    MANAGING FILES Resetting the File Number Creating Play List By resetting the file number (name), a new folder You can create a play list by collecting the will be made. The new files you are going to desired scenes from the previously recorded make will be stored in the new folder.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Play List

    MANAGING FILES To check the play list by playing back the Playing Back Play List video You can check the play list before saving it. By playing back the play list, you can view your After step 10, press to select a thumbnail original video clips.
  • Page 44 MANAGING FILES Add/Delete Files in Play List Changing Play List Name You can edit existing play lists by adding or The default name of play list is its creation date deleting files. and time. You can change the name on the keyboard screen as you like.
  • Page 45 MANAGING FILES Deleting Play List Dubbing Using Play List You can delete unnecessary play lists. Dubbing to an external device using a play list is possible. Set the power switch to Connect the camera and your VCR with the Set the MODE switch to S/AV cable.

  • Page 46: Dpof Print Setting

    MANAGING FILES To print all still images (One print for each) DPOF Print Setting Display the DPOF menu screen. ( “To print by selecting a still image”) This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images Press to select [ALL1], then press to be printed and the number of prints with this...

  • Page 47: Direct Printing With A Pictbridge Printer

    MANAGING FILES To cancel print setting Direct Printing with a PictBridge Press to select [CANCEL], then press Printer To stop printing after printing starts If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still Press 49. The confirmation screen appears. images can be printed easily by connecting the Press to select [EXECUTE], then camera with the USB cable directly to the...

  • Page 48: Menu Settings

    MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings Common Menus for All Modes You can change the menu settings to customize [ ] = Factory-preset your camera. Access the desired menu screen BASIC SETTING by following the steps below, then change the various settings.
  • Page 49 MENU SETTINGS REMOTE NO. RESET OFF: Makes the camera not to receive the signal [VIDEO] / IMAGE from the remote control. By resetting the file number (name), a new folder [ON]: Enables the operation with the remote will be made. The new files you are going to control.

  • Page 50: Video Recording Menus

    MENU SETTINGS NOTES: Video Recording Menus ● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting [ ] = Factory-preset condition. In this case, the indicator blinks or goes out. QUALITY ● Switch off this mode when recording with the Select the desired picture quality.

  • Page 51: Still Image Recording Menus

    MENU SETTINGS Still Image Recording Menus Still Image Playback Menus [ ] = Factory-preset [ ] = Factory-preset DPOF QUALITY “DPOF Print Setting” ( pg. 46) [FINE] / STANDARD Select the desired image quality. DIRECT PRINT “Direct Printing with a PictBridge Printer” IMAGE SIZE* pg.

  • Page 52: References

    LCD monitor turns off. If the problem still exists, please consult your HTo cancel the sleep mode, perform any operation nearest JVC dealer. such as zooming. 8 To reset the camera The power was turned off accidentally.
  • Page 53 REFERENCES The recorded image is white The black & white fader does not work. ● Shutter speed is set to NIGHTALIVE or slow ● The sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) speed. mode is activated. HNIGHTALIVE and slow speed are only for use in HTurn off the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone dark conditions.

  • Page 54: Warning Indications

    LCD monitor become dark. High Exhausted HConsult your nearest JVC dealer. ● As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
  • Page 55 REFERENCES CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE SWITCH VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MPEG Appears when you attempt recording when the FOLDER write protection tab on the SD card is set to the The data cannot be recorded properly, or the “LOCK”...

  • Page 56: Cleaning The Camera

    REFERENCES MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE PLAYED BACK Cleaning the Camera CORRECTLY The recording medium cannot be played back correctly. Try playback again. Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE The operation is not available in the video mode.

  • Page 57: Cautions

    “Siemens Plug”, as shown. NOTES: For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest ● It is recommended that only genuine JVC JVC dealer. batteries are used in this camera. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the Plug Adapter internal charging circuitry.
  • Page 58 ... near appliances generating strong magnetic or • Do not touch the metal parts. electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, ● Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC etc.). shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It ... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or is recommended that you copy the data 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
  • Page 59 Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of When requesting repairs for malfunctioning by the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to your dealer or JVC service center, be sure to provide reasonable protection against harmful bring your camera together with the recording interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 60: Specifications

    REFERENCES Lens Specifications GZ-MG50U/GZ-MG40U: F 1.2 to 2.8, f = 3.0 mm to 45 mm, 15:1 power Camera zoom lens GZ-MG30U/GZ-MG20U: F 1.8 to 3.2, f = 2.2 mm to 55 mm, 25:1 power For general zoom lens Power supply Filter diameter DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) GZ-MG50U/GZ-MG40U:...
  • Page 61 REFERENCES AC Adapter For video/audio Format Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz SD-VIDEO Recording/Playback format Output Video: MPEG-2 DC 11 V , 1 A Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch) Remote Control Signal format NTSC standard Power supply Recording mode (video) DC 3 V...
  • Page 62 REFERENCES Recording Time and Number of Images : Approximate recording time (for video) (The numbers indicate “minutes”.) The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images. ● Built-in hard disk The number increases or decreases depending GZ-MG50U GZ-MG40U on the conditions such as image size and/or...
  • Page 63 REFERENCES ● SD card : Approximate number of storable images (for still image) Image size/ 1 GB quality ● Built-in hard disk 640 x 480/ Image size/ GZ-MG50U GZ-MG40U 1555 3140 6040 FINE quality GZ-MG30U GZ-MG20U 640 x 480/ 640 x 480/ 1100 2225 4490...

  • Page 64: Terms

    TERMS ..........16, 57 ........32, 33 AC Adapter Manual Exposure ........... 33 Manual Focus ............. 32 MSET Menu ........31 Backlight Compensation ............. 14 Battery Pack ........19, 49 ..........48 Brightness Control Operation Sound ...... 48 – 51 ..........

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