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JVC GR-DF550US Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA

GR-DF550
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for
Digital Video Camera:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/
For Accessories:
http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/
INSTRUCTIONS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 – 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of
this product.
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
ADVANCED FEATURES
REFERENCES
TERMS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of the camcorder. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
To deactivate the demonstration,
set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF".
(
pg. 36, 39)
LYT1439-001B
ENGLISH
6
19
27
36
56
67
EN

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  • Page 1: Digital Video Camera

    DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA GR-DF550 Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide Web for Digital Video Camera: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/cyber/ For Accessories: http://www.jvc.co.jp/english/accessory/ INSTRUCTIONS Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 3 –...
  • Page 2 Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make pro-style scene transitions. ( Fade out Program AE with Special Effects For example, “SPORTS” mode allows fast- moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable slow-motion.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    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 and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
  • Page 4 When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED Index ... 6 Provided Accessories ... 11 Power... 13 Operation Mode ... 15 Language Settings... 16 Date/Time Settings ... 16 Grip Adjustment ... 16 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 16 Brightness Adjustment Of The Display ... 17 Tripod Mounting... 17 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Index...

  • Page 7: Other Parts

    Controls Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 36) Data Battery Button [BATT. DATA] ( E-Mail Clip Recording Button [E-MAIL] pg. 31) Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 30) D.S.C. Playback Select Button [SEL] pg. 29) Thumbnail Storing Button [STORE] pg. 48) Information Button [INFO] ( Set Button [SET] ( pg.
  • Page 8 GETTING STARTED LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only SOUND 12 B I T 15:55 Navigation Indicator ( pg. 48) Selected Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator pg. 47) Tape Running Indicator ( (Rotates while tape is running.) Selected Wide Mode Indicator ( : Live Slow Indicator ( : Snapshot Indicator ( Recording Speed Mode (SP/LP) (...
  • Page 9 During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording 1 5 x W BRIGHT N OV Operation Mode ( pg. 15) : Gain Up Mode ( pg. 37) LED Light Indicator ( pg. 42) White Balance Indicator ( : Spot Exposure Control Indicator pg.
  • Page 10 So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. It is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes. Your camcorder is compatible with all brands of pg. 30) commercially available cassette tapes complying...

  • Page 11: Provided Accessories

    Provided Accessories AC Adapter AP-V16U or AP-V14U Battery Pack BN-VF707U AV Cable Audio Extension Cable (for optional microphone, pg. 12 for connection) USB Cable Core Filter [large] (for USB cable for attachment) Core Filter [small] x 3 (for Audio extension cable and AC Adapter’s cable attachment) Core Filter (for AV cable...
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. 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 13: Power

    How To Attach 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. 3 cm (1-3/16") of cable between the cable plug and the core filter.
  • Page 14 * Provided 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. ● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.

  • Page 15: Operation Mode

    Using AC Power Perform step 4 in “Charging The Battery Pack”. NOTE: The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion.

  • Page 16: Language Settings

    GETTING STARTED Language Settings The language on the display can be changed. pg. 36, 39, 41) Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully. ( Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press to select “n”, and press SET.

  • Page 17: Brightness Adjustment Of The Display

    Brightness Adjustment Of The Display Set the Power Switch to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 19) To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, pull out the viewfinder fully and set “PRIORITY”...

  • Page 18: Loading/Unloading A Memory Card

    GETTING STARTED NOTES: If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again. If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette.

  • Page 19: Video Recording & Playback

    Basic Recording NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 13) Loading A Cassette ( pg. 17) VIDEO/MEMORY Power Zoom Lever Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Button Lock Button POWER/CHARGE Lamp Remove the lens cap. ( Open the LCD monitor fully. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

  • Page 20: Zooming

    VIDEO RECORDING NOTES: The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is opened, you can select which one to use. Set “PRIORITY” to the desired mode in SYSTEM Menu.

  • Page 21: Time Code

    Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. Display Minutes Seconds Frames* (30 frames = 1 second) 12 : 34 : 24 * Frames are not displayed during recording.

  • Page 22: Video Playback

    VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback MENU Power Switch VIDEO/ MEMORY VOL. +/– Load a cassette. ( pg. 17) Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. To start playback, press 4/9. To stop playback, press 8.

  • Page 23: Connections To A Tv Or Vcr

    * Not required for watching still images only. NOTE: 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.

  • Page 24: Playback Using The Remote Control

    VIDEO PLAYBACK NOTES: It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. pg. 15) To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape or memory card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “A” or “M”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

  • Page 25: Slow-Motion Playback

    INSERT Button ( pg. 55) SHIFT Button ( pg. 26) DISPLAY Button ( pg. 23, 51) SLOW Forward Button (See the right column.) PLAY Button Starts Playback of a tape ( Starts Auto Playback of images in a memory card ( pg.

  • Page 26: Playback

    VIDEO PLAYBACK Playback Zoom Magnifies the recorded image up to 47X at any time during video playback and D.S.C. playback. 1) Press PLAY (U) to start video playback. Or perform normal playback of images. 2) At the point you want to zoom in, press the Zoom Button (T).

  • Page 27: D.s.c. Recording

    Basic Shooting (D.S.C. Snapshot) You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for taking snapshots. Still images are stored in the memory card. NOTE: Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: Power ( pg. 13) Loading a Memory Card ( pg.

  • Page 28: Interval Shooting

    D.S.C. RECORDING Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with an interval of your desired setting. Set “INT.SHOT” to “ON”. ( “INTERVAL” and “ ” appear. Set “INT.TIME” to the desired shooting interval. ( pg.

  • Page 29: D.s.c. Playback

    Normal Playback Of Images Images shot with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory card. You can view the stored images, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. MENU VIDEO/ <...

  • Page 30: Index Playback Of Files

    D.S.C. PLAYBACK Index Playback Of Files You can view several different files stored in the memory card at a time. This browsing capability makes it easy to locate a particular file you want. For Index Playback of image files, perform steps 1 –...

  • Page 31: Additional Features For D.s.c

    E-Mail Clip Recording You can make video clips from real-time camera image or recorded video footage and store them in a memory card as files which can be conveniently sent via E-Mail. To make video clips from real-time camera image Load a memory card.

  • Page 32: Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory card. Load a cassette. ( pg. 17) Load a memory card. ( Set “SNAP/SLOW” to the desired mode. (except “SLOW”, pg.

  • Page 33: Deleting Files

    To Remove Protection Before doing the following, perform steps 1 – 3 in “Protecting Files”. To remove protection from the currently displayed file Press or to select “CURRENT”, and press SET. The PROTECT screen appears. Press < or > to select the desired file. Press to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET.

  • Page 34: Setting Print Information (Dpof Setting)

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard in order to support future systems such as automatic printing. You can select one of the 2 print information settings for images stored in the memory card: “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”...

  • Page 35: Initializing A Memory Card

    To Reset The Number Of Prints Perform steps 1 – 3 in “To Print All Still Images (One Print For Each)”. Press to select “RESET”, and press SET. The DPOF screen appears. Press to select “EXECUTE”, and press SET. The normal playback screen appears. To cancel selection, select “RETURN”.

  • Page 36: Advanced Features

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT Changing The Menu Settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. pg. 37 – 41) VIDEO/ MEMORY MENU For Video and D.S.C. Recording Menus: Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”...

  • Page 37: Recording Menus

    Recording Menus CAMERA The “m CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “A” and “M”. However, the menu settings can be changed only when the Power Switch is set to “M”. [ ] = Factory-preset REC MODE [SP]: To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode LP: Long Play—more economical, providing 1.5...
  • Page 38 MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT MANUAL The “q MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “M”. [ ] = Factory-preset OFF: Disables the function. ]: To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.

  • Page 39: Camera Display

    REMOTE OFF: Disables the remote control operations. [ON]: Enables the remote control operations. DEMO MODE OFF: Automatic demonstration will not take place. [ON]: Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. Demonstration starts in the following cases: When the Menu Screen is closed after “DEMO MODE”...

  • Page 40: Playback Menus

    MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT [ ] = Factory-preset QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available: FINE ( STANDARD ( ) (in order of quality). NOTE: The number of storable images depends on the selected picture quality as well as the composition of the subjects in the images and the type of...

  • Page 41: Video Display

    REC MODE [SP] / LP Allows you to set the video recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference. It is recommended you use “REC MODE” in VIDEO Menu when using this camcorder as a recorder during dubbing. ( pg.

  • Page 42: Features For Recording

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING LED Light LED Light can be used to brighten the subject in the dark place during video recording or D.S.C. shooting. Press LIGHT repeatedly to change the setting. OFF: Turns off the light. ON: The light is on always. ( appears.) AUTO: The light turns on automatically when dark.

  • Page 43: Night-Alive

    Night-Alive Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed. Set the Power Switch to “M”. Set “r”...

  • Page 44: Manual Focus

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING Manual Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

  • Page 45: Iris Lock

    Iris Lock Like the pupil of the human eye, the iris contracts in well-lit environments to keep too much light from entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in more light. Use this function in the following situations: When shooting a moving subject. When the distance to the subject changes (so its size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder changes), such as when the subject is backing...

  • Page 46: White Balance Adjustment

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING White Balance Adjustment The white balance refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional color/ tint reproduction.

  • Page 47: Wipe Or Fader Effects

    Wipe Or Fader Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. Wipe or Fader works when video recording is started or stopped. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”. Set the Power Switch to “M”.

  • Page 48: Navigation Function

    FEATURES FOR RECORDING PROGRAM AE OFF: Disables the function. (Factory-preset) NIGHTSCOPE: ( pg. 43) SHUTTER 1/60: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. SHUTTER 1/100: The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a second.
  • Page 49 To make thumbnail images after video recording manually Set “NAVIGATION” to “MANUAL”. pg. 36, 37) Set the Power Switch to “A” or “M”. After the recording, press STORE. The “ ” indicator appears briefly and the captured image is stored in the memory card as a thumbnail image.
  • Page 50 FEATURES FOR RECORDING CAUTION: Do not remove the memory card or perform any other operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Adapter, as the memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during deletion. If the memory card becomes corrupted, initialize it.

  • Page 51: Editing

    NOTE: 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 camcorder.

  • Page 52: Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped With A Dv Connector (Digital Dubbing)

    DV IN/OUT connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. To use this camcorder as a recorder Make sure all units are turned off.

  • Page 53: Connection To A Personal Computer

    Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins) on the PC.

  • Page 54: Audio Dubbing

    EDITING The system may not work properly depending on the PC or capture board you are using. “USB” appears on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a file to the PC. NEVER disconnect the USB cable while “USB”...

  • Page 55: Insert Editing

    Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points. The original audio remains unchanged. Use the provided remote control. NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that “TIME CODE”...

  • Page 56: References

    TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly.
  • Page 57 The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. ( The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. pg. 27, 43) Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted.
  • Page 58 Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. SET DATE/TIME! Appears when the date/time is not set. The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement. pg. 15) pg. 16) Exhausted pg. 17)
  • Page 59 LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. A. DUB ERROR! Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape. ( pg. 54) A.
  • Page 60 (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occured.

  • Page 61: User Maintenance

    ● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. ● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product. ● To clean the viewfinder, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. USER MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 62: Cautions

    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 JVC dealer. Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery.
  • Page 63 Memory Cards To properly use and store your memory cards, be sure to read the following cautions: During use ... make sure the memory card bears the SD or MultiMediaCard mark..make sure the memory card is positioned properly when inserting. While the memory card is being accessed (during recording, playback, deletion, initialization, etc.)
  • Page 64 20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time.
  • Page 65 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 66: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Camcorder For General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.7 W (4 W*) (LCD monitor off, viewfinder on) Approx. 4.7 W (5 W*) (LCD monitor on, viewfinder off) Approx.

  • Page 67: Terms

    AC Adapter ... 15 Animation ... 38 Audio Dubbing ... 54 Backlight Compensation ... 45 Battery Pack ... 13, 15, 62 Beep ... 38 Blank Search ... 22 Changing The Menu Settings ... 36 – 41 Charging The Battery Pack ... 13 Connection To A Personal Computer ...
  • Page 68 Printed in Malaysia 0205FOH-ID-VM © 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited...
  • Page 69 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP 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 70 CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOU WILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS JVC FROM...
  • Page 71 CD-ROM to run this software. Do not attempt to modify this software. Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. How to handle a CD-ROM Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface).

  • Page 72: Notice For Users

    Notice for Users Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/ english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill...
  • Page 73 ® ® Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 74: Software Installation

    Software Installation ® (Windows Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [SETUP] screen in step 2, you can install the following drivers or software. Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.) USB Mass Storage Class driver This driver allows your PC to read and write...
  • Page 75 [Setup Status] screen appears. Wait for a moment until the installation is finished. When the installation is finished, [Digital Photo Navigator Setup] screen appears and asks you if you want to create the icon on the desktop. If you need it, click [Yes]. If not, click [No].
  • Page 76 Connections (Windows Connecting the USB cable Connect the USB cable to copy still image and video clip files in a memory card to the PC. Camcorder To assure safety, make sure all units are turned off before making any connections. Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC.
  • Page 77 Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Windows Install [USB Mass Storage Class driver]. (Windows pg. 6) Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”...

  • Page 78: Copying Files To The Pc

    [NAVI]: Contains folders with navigation data The [NAVI] folder is displayed only when the camcorder is equipped with NAVIGATION function. NOTES: Saving the wrong kinds of files in a memory card or deleting files or folders from a memory card can cause problems with the operation of the camcorder.

  • Page 79: Disconnecting The Usb Cable

    NOTE: Never disconnect the USB cable while “ ” is displayed on the camcorder’s LCD monitor. Playing Back Files on the PC ® (Windows Still images Use an application that can handle the JPEG file format. To view a still image, double-click the still image file (extension “.jpg”).
  • Page 80 ® When using Windows 2000/Me/XP Confirm that “ currently displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder. If “ ” is currently displayed, wait until it disappears before proceeding. Double- click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar.
  • Page 81 Connections (Macintosh) Connect the USB cable to copy still image or video clip files in a memory card to the PC. Camcorder To assure safety, make sure all units are turned off before making any connections. Use the USB cable to connect the camcorder to the PC.
  • Page 82 Viewing the Contents of a Memory Card (Macintosh) Make sure that there is a memory card in the camcorder. Set the camcorder’s VIDEO/ MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”. Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch.
  • Page 83 Copying Files to the PC (Macintosh) Still image and video clip files that are stored in a memory card can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC. Double-click the memory card icon on the desktop. The folders in the memory card appear.
  • Page 84 Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh) Before loading or unloading memory cards or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. Drop the memory card icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon. If the confirmation message appears, click [OK].

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