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GUIDEBOOK
MEMORY CAMCORDER
GZ-MS100
U
LYT1920-002A
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this
memory camcorder. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 4 and 5 to
ensure safe use of this product.
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.
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  • Page 1 GUIDEBOOK MEMORY CAMCORDER GZ-MS100 LYT1920-002A Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this memory camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No.

  • Page 2: Playing Back

    Easy Start Guide Preparation Attach the battery pack Charge the Battery Pack. (Z pg. 17) BATT. Video recording Select (video) mode Playing back Select (video) mode Insert an SD card Format an SD card when using it for the first time. (Z pg. 20) Select recording (REC) mode Select playback (PLAY) mode to display thumbnails on the...
  • Page 3 CAUTION: Touch the sensors with your finger. The sensors do not function if you touch them with your fingernail or with gloves on. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds SET DATE/TIME! (Z pg. 8) Press the START/STOP button to start recording Select the desired file using the touch sensor.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 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.

  • Page 6: Jvc Software Licence Agreement

    You acknowledge that all copyrights and other intellectual property rights in the Program are owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is protected under the copyright law of Japan and other countries, and related Conventions.
  • Page 7 Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You must immediately destroy the...

  • Page 8: Read This First

    Read This First! How to Select an Item Using the Touch Sensor An example screen in English is used for the guidance below. Selecting an item from the menu list (on the menu screen Z pg. 61) MENU SHUTTER MODE IMAGE QUALITY GAIN UP BASIC SETTINGS...
  • Page 9 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. 44) Make a trial recording 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.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents GETTING STARTED Index ... 12 Indications on LCD Monitor ... 14 Accessories ... 16 Necessary Settings before Use ... 17 Charging the Battery Pack ... 17 Date/Time Setting ... 18 Language Setting ... 18 Other Settings ... 19 Grip Adjustment ... 19 Lens Cover ...
  • Page 11 PC OPERATION File Backup on a Windows System Requirements ... 48 Software Installation ... 49 Connecting the Camcorder to the PC ... 51 File Backup on the PC ... 51 File Backup on the PC without Using Software ... 52 File Upload on a Windows File Upload to YouTube ...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camcorder on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. • Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7 and 9 during shooting.
  • Page 13 Camcorder ! Touch Sensor (Z pg. 8) # OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] (Z pg. 15) $ Menu Button [MENU] % Power Switch [ ] (You can turn off the camcorder by pressing and holding this button.) & Speaker ( Playback/Recording Mode Switching Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (Z pg.

  • Page 14: Indications On Lcd Monitor

    Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording ! Selected Operation Mode Indicator (Z pg. 25) : Auto Mode : Manual Mode # Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 27) $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z pg. 27) % LED Light Indicator (Z pg.
  • Page 15 During Video Playback ! Mode Indicator # Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 31) $ Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z pg. 31) : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (Z pg. 38) ¨ª : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search.) (Z pg.

  • Page 16: Accessories

    Accessories AC Adapter Battery Pack Audio/Video Cable AP-V18U/14U BN-VF808U USB Cable CD-ROM (Z pg. 41, 43, 51 and 57) (Z pg. 49, 56) NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

  • Page 17: Necessary Settings Before Use

    Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to configure the following three settings before use. Charging the Battery Pack Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. Attach the battery pack. battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place.

  • Page 18: Date/Time Setting

    Necessary Settings before Use Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds. If you do not select within 10 seconds, the screen disappears. In such case, press the power button ( ) and turn the camcorder on again.

  • Page 19: Other Settings

    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.

  • Page 20: When Using An Sd Card

    Other Settings When Using an SD Card If you want to record to an SD card, the following operations need to be performed. • 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...

  • Page 21: Recording/Playback

    RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording • Preparation: Insert an SD card. • Open lens cover. • Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. To stop recording Press the START/STOP button again. To view the video you just recorded Select during pause.

  • Page 22: Still Image Recording

    Recording Files Still Image Recording • Preparation: Insert an SD card. • Open lens cover. • Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode. To view the image you just recorded Select after shooting.

  • Page 23: Zooming

    Zooming Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Zoom out W: Wide angle Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset) mode To change the maximum zoom ratio (for mode only) Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z pg. 62) NOTE Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.

  • Page 24: Checking The Remaining Space On The Sd Card

    Recording Files Checking the Remaining Space on the SD Card Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press the INFO button. DIRECT DVD INFO The maximum recording time is displayed for each picture quality mode : ULTRA FINE, : ECONOMY).

  • Page 25: Manual Recording

    Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. To Change to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press twice.

  • Page 26: Manual Setting In Function Menu

    Manual Recording Manual Setting in Function Menu You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the function menus. After performing “To Change to Manual Recording Mode” (Z pg. 25) Touch the MENU button. Select [MANUAL SETTING]. Select the desired menu. For details on each menu, see below.
  • Page 27 Menus Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. SHUTTER SPEED 1/2 to 1/4000 (For A fast shutter speed can 1/2 to 1/500 (For freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter speed can...

  • Page 28: Playing Back Files

    Playing Back Files Video/Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) or (still image) mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. SELECT PLAY/REC The index screen for videos appears. Operations during Video Playback : 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)

  • Page 29: File Search Function

    File Search Function You can switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen and search a file by the recording date or the event. Date Index Screen You can search the desired file by the recording date. Preparation: •...

  • Page 30: To Play Back Mpg Files

    Playing Back Files To Play Back MPG Files MPG files are stored in the EXTMOV folder. Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG files in the EXTMOV folder. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.

  • Page 31: Playback With Special Effects

    Playback with Special Effects Wipe or fader effects Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images. Playback effects Add effects that, for example, alter the color tones of images. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode.

  • Page 32: Watching Images On Tv

    Watching Images on TV Preparation: Turn off all units. AV Jack DC Jack AC Adapter 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. Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.

  • Page 33: Editing/Printing

    EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the SD card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the SD card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation.

  • Page 34: Viewing File Information

    Managing Files Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when performing [DELETE]) or [YES] (when performing [PROTECT]). Deleting/Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 33) Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT ALL]. When [DELETE ALL?] or [PROTECT ALL?] appears, select [YES]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT].

  • Page 35: Changing The Event Registration Of Video Files After Recording

    Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. Touch the MENU button. Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.]. Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File Select [CURRENT].

  • Page 36: Partial Delete (Edited Copy)

    Managing Files Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) You can divide the selected video file into two, and make a copy of the desired section as a new video file. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.

  • Page 37: Playlists

    Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. Creating Playlists Playlists Touch the MENU button. Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].

  • Page 38: Playing Back Playlists

    Playlists (Continued) Playing Back Playlists Touch the MENU button. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. Select the playlist you want to play back. To stop playback Select To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To play back from the desired scene 1) In step 3, select [CHECK]. (The index screen for playlist appears.) 2) Select the desired scene.

  • Page 39: Other Operations Of Playlists

    Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. Preparation: Perform steps 1-2. (Z pg. 37) Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8 in “Creating Playlists”.

  • Page 40: Print Setting

    Print Setting DPOF Print Setting This camcorder is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camcorder. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or take the SD card to a photo lab for printing.

  • Page 41: Direct Printing With Pictbridge Printer

    Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camcorder directly to the printer with the USB cable. DPOF setting can also be used. (Z pg. 40) Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.
  • Page 42 Print Setting To Print Using the DPOF Settings If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. (Z pg. 40) After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 41) Select [DPOF PRINT]. Select [PRINT]. To stop printing after printing has already started 1) Select [STOP].

  • Page 43: Copying

    COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device DVD Burner (CU-VD3) You can copy video files recorded on this camcorder onto DVD discs. (Z right column) VCR/DVD Recorder You can dub video files recorded on this camcorder onto DVD discs. (Z pg. 47) You can copy video/ still image files on this camcorder onto your PC.
  • Page 44 Copying Files Making a Backup of All Files Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. (Z pg. 43) • Slide the mode switch to select Select [CREATE FROM ALL]. Select the desired menu. • [ALL SCENES]: All files in the SD card are copied. •...
  • Page 45 Selecting Files for Backup Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. (Z pg. 43) • Slide the mode switch to select Select [SELECT AND CREATE]. Select the desired menu. • [CREATE BY DATE]: Files are sorted according to the date on which they were recorded.
  • Page 46 Copying Files To play back the created disc using the camcorder 1) Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. (Z pg. 43) 2) To view the disc on TV, connect the camcorder to TV. (Z pg. 32) 3) Turn on the camcorder. 4) Select [PLAYBACK].

  • Page 47: Using A Vcr/Dvd Recorder To Dub Files From The Camcorder

    Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the Camcorder Preparation: Turn off all units. AV Jack DC Jack AC Adapter To AC Outlet AV Cable VCR/DVD Recorder AV Input Jack Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Start playback on the camcorder.

  • Page 48: Pc Operation

    File Backup on a Windows Install the software that came with the camcorder to your PC. You can back up your files on your PC and also create discs. Even if you do not install the software, you can still back up your files on your PC. (Z pg.

  • Page 49: Software Installation

    Software 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. Scroll right or left to focus on a function, and select the function by clicking on the picture.
  • Page 50 File Backup on a Windows Click [Yes]. The software installation starts. Click [Finish]. When installation is completed The installed software is displayed in [All Programs]. The backup destination folder [MyWorks] for files is created on the hard disk drive that has the most free space. ®...

  • Page 51: Connecting The Camcorder To The Pc

    Connecting the Camcorder to the PC Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. USB Jack USB Cable 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.

  • Page 52: File Backup On The Pc Without Using Software

    File Backup on a Windows Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. On the camcorder, select [BACK UP]. Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need to use it. PowerCinema starts automatically. Click [EVERIO_SD]. Click [OK].

  • Page 53: File Upload On A Windows

    File Upload on a Windows 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. This product’s YouTube upload functionality is included under license from YouTube LLC. The presence of YouTube upload functionality in this product is not an endorsement or recommendation of the product by YouTube LLC.

  • Page 54: Other Windows ® Pc Operations

    Other Windows Playing Back Files on the PC Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CD- ROM. (Z pg. 49) • Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. (Z pg. 51) Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

  • Page 55: Creating A Dvd-Video

    Creating a DVD-Video Preparation: • Install the software from the included CD- ROM. (Z pg. 49) • Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. (Z pg. 51) • Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied On the camcorder, press the DIRECT...

  • Page 56: Getting More Use Of The Software

    Other Windows For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials (Z right column) or CyberLink web site (Z pg. 49). NOTES • It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

  • Page 57: File Backup On A Macintosh

    File Backup on a Macintosh You can back up camcorder files onto your computer. System Requirements Hardware: Macintosh must be standard equipped with USB 2.0 port Mac OS X (v10.3.9, v10.4.2 to v10.4.11, v10.5.1 to v10.5.2) Connecting the Camcorder to the Macintosh Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the...

  • Page 58: File Backup On The Macintosh

    File Backup on a Macintosh File Backup on the Macintosh Preparation: Connect the camcorder to the computer with the USB cable. (Z pg. 57) On the computer, create a folder to back up files into. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

  • Page 59: Folder Structure And Extensions

    Folder Structure and Extensions Recording medium [DCIM] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] [MOVXXX.MOI] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX] [EXTMOV] [MOV_XXX.MOD] [MISC] [PRIVATE] * Information such as the date and time of recording, recorded with the video file. Extensions Video files Still image files For Windows , the file extension may not appear depending on the [FOLDER] option setting.

  • Page 60: 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. 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 61: Menu Settings

    MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings E.g.) Set [QUICK RESTART] to [OFF]. Touch the MENU button. Select the desired menu. Menus SELF-TIMER Starts recording when the set time elapses after the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. SHUTTER MODE VIDEO QUALITY Enables you to set the picture quality for videos.
  • Page 62 Changing the Menu Settings Menus SELECT ASPECT RATIO Enables you to select the aspect ratio for videos. ZOOM ZOOM Enables you to set the maximum zoom ratio. Compensates for hand shake. WIND CUT Reduces noise caused by wind. (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [16:9]: Records videos in 16:9 size.
  • Page 63 Menus BASIC SETTINGS & QUICK RESTART Enables the camcorder to start up quickly when you turn the power off and then on again within five minutes by closing and opening the LCD monitor. (“Power-linked operation” Z pg. 12) MONITOR BRIGHT Enables you to set the brightness of the LCD monitor.
  • Page 64 Changing the Menu Settings Menus BASIC SETTINGS AUTO POWER OFF If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. DISPLAY ON TV Displays the camcorder’s on-screen display on TV. FACTORY PRESET Returns all the camcorder settings to their default values.

  • Page 65: Further Information

    If the problem is not solved, reset the camcorder. (Z below) • If the problem persists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. To reset the camcorder 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.
  • Page 66 • When the LED light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. • The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 67 Trouble • Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone White balance setting (MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance. cannot be activated. • The continuous shooting speed will drop after repeated The continuous continuous shots, depending on the SD card or under shooting speed is slow.

  • Page 68: Warning Indications

    Warning Indications Indication (Battery indicator) SET DATE/TIME! CHECK LENS COVER MEMORY CARD ERROR! VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS DAMAGED. RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK. RECOVER? RECORDING FAILURE POWER IS OFF, OR USB DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD Meaning/Action •...

  • Page 69: Cleaning

    Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the exterior 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. To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications Camcorder 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 LED light is off and 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"...
  • Page 71 Approximate recording time (for video) Recording medium 256 MB 512 MB Quality ULTRA FINE 3 min. 6 min. FINE 5 min. 10 min. NORMAL 6 min. 13 min. ECONOMY 18 min. 36 min. Approximate number of storable images (for still image) Recording medium Image size/Quality 640 x 480 / FINE...

  • Page 72: Cautions

    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 JVC dealer. Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 73: Declaration Of Conformity

    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.

  • Page 74: Terms

    Terms AC Adapter ... 17, 72 Adjust Brightness ... 26 Auto Power Off ... 64 Backlight Compensation ... 25 Battery Pack ... 17, 19, 72 Clock Adjust ... 18, 64 Copying Files ... 43, 48, 57 Date Display Style ... 63 Date Index Screen ...

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