Page 1 GUIDEBOOK HARD DRIVE CAMCORDER GZ-MG465 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on CAUTION a shelf, make sure that it has sufﬁ cient space on RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16 ") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Remember that this camera is intended for private consumer use only. 1. Read these instructions. Any commercial use without proper permission 2. Keep these instructions. is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such 3. Heed all warnings. as a show, performance or exhibition for personal 4.
Page 4: Jvc Software License Agreement
ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain BY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLE vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST protected under the copyright law of Japan and AND EXPENSE.
Page 5 CAUTIONS: without giving any notice to You. In this event, • Operate this equipment according to the JVC may claim against You for any damages operating procedures described in this manual. caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement • Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any be terminated, You must immediately destroy the other CD-ROM to run this software.
Page 6: 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 Using on-screen buttons (on the menu screen pg. 62) (e.g. during playback pg.
Page 7 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. ( pg. 42) 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 8: Table Of Contents
Contents GETTING STARTED EDITING/PRINTING Accessories .......... 10 Managing Files ........32 How to Use the Everio Dock ......10 Deleting/Protecting Files ......32 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ....... 11 Viewing File Information ......33 Preparing the Remote Control ..... 11 Changing the Event Registration of Video Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable ...
Page 9 PC OPERATION Regarding the Icons in this Manual ® File Backup on a Windows PC ... 49 System Requirements ......... 49 Software Installation ........50 Icon at the top of a page Connecting the Camera to the PC ....51 File Backup on the PC .........
Page 10: Getting Started
For the connection using the S-Video jack and DV jack, an optional S-Video cable and DV cable are needed. 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 ﬁ lter to the camera. The core ﬁ...
Page 11: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Peel off the pad and thread Thread the strap through the Position the buckle near the the end of the strap through buckle, adjust its length, and use eyelet and reattach the pad. the eyelet. the strap guide to ﬁ x it in place. Buckle Strap Guide Eyelet...
Page 12: Index
Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. • Be careful not to cover during shooting.
Page 13 Camera Remote Control Touch Sensor ( pg. 6) Infrared Beam Transmitting Window OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] ( pg. 15) ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Menu Button [MENU] Zoom In/Out ( pg. 22) Power Switch [POWER] Up Button (You can turn off the camera by pressing Rotate Button (counterclockwise) and holding this button.) pg.
Page 14: Indications On Lcd Monitor
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording Mode Indicator ( pg. 20) Counter Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), Selected Operation Mode Indicator (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) pg. 24) pg. 62) : Auto Mode Remaining Time ( pg.
Page 15 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( pg. 30) Folder/File Number : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg.
Page 16: Necessary Settings Before Use
Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to conﬁ gure the following three • When the lamp goes out, charging is settings before use. ﬁ nished. Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter from the camera. Charging the Battery Pack To detach the battery pack step 2), then...
Page 17: Date/Time Setting
Date/Time Setting Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds. Touch the MENU button. Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
Page 18: Other Settings
• If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears, there may be a problem with your battery. Open the pad and make grip adjustments. 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 19: When Using A Microsd Card
NOTES When Using a microSD Card • Insert and remove the microSD card only while the power is turned off. Otherwise, If you want to record to a microSD card, data on the card may be corrupted. the following three operations need to be •...
Page 20: Recording
RECORDING Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select Press the SELECT PLAY/REC (video) mode. button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press the START/STOP button to start recording. Approximate remaining time for recording appears.
Page 21: Still Image Recording
Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select Press the SELECT PLAY/REC (still image) mode. button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.
Page 22: Zooming
Recording Files (Continued) Zooming LED Light Preparation: Preparation: • • Slide the mode switch to select Slide the mode switch to select mode. mode. • • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. select recording mode.
Page 23: Registering Files To Events
Checking the Remaining Space Registering Files to Events on the Recording Media If you select an event to register the ﬁ le to before starting recording, the ﬁ le will be Preparation: registered to the selected event, thus making • Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 24: Manual Recording
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set Items for program AE setting the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. • NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim To Change to Manual Recording locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically.
Page 25: Manual Setting In Function Menu
Select the desired setting. 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” ( pg. 24) Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the Touch the MENU button.
Page 26 Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [AUTO] : White balance is adjusted automatically. MWB : Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject so that the white paper ﬁ lls Adjusts the white balance the screen.
Page 27: Playing Back Files
Playing Back Files Select the desired ﬁ le. Video/Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) or (still image) mode. To watch on TV See page 31. To check the ﬁ le information Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button Press the INFO button when playback is to select playback mode.
Page 28: File Search Function
Playing Back Files (Continued) Event Screen File Search Function You can search the desired ﬁ le by the event You can switch the index screen to the date that you registered the ﬁ le to when recording. index screen or event screen and search a ﬁ le pg.
Page 29: To Play Back Mpg Files
To Play Back MPG Files MPG ﬁ les (demonstration ﬁ les, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG ﬁ les in the EXTMOV folder. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 30: Playback With Special Effects
Playing Back Files (Continued) Items for WIPE/FADER setting Playback with Special Effects • FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. Wipe or fader effects • FADER-BLACK: Add effects at the beginning and end of Fades in or out with a black screen. videos.
Page 31: Watching Images On Tv
Watching Images on TV Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT]) ( pg. 63) • Turn off all units. AV Jack DC Jack AV Cable To AC Outlet AV Input Jack AC Adapter NOTES • You can also connect the cables using the Everio dock connectors.
Page 32: Editing/Printing
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting/Protecting the Currently Do not remove the recording medium or Displayed File perform any other operation (such as turning After performing steps 1-2 off the power) while accessing ﬁ les. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be Select [CURRENT].
Page 33: Viewing File Information
Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when Viewing File Information performing [DELETE]) or [YES] (when performing [PROTECT]). Preparation: • mode: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the ﬁ le on the index screen. • mode: Play back the still image. Alternatively, select the ﬁ le on the index screen.
Page 34: Changing The Event Registration Of Video Files After Recording
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event of the Selected Changing the Event Registration Files of Video Files after Recording After performing steps 1-2 Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to Select [FILE SELECT]. select playback mode.
Page 35: Partial Delete (Edited Copy)
Select the ﬁ le you want to copy. Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) You can divide the selected video ﬁ le into two, and make a copy of the desired section as a new video ﬁ le. Preparation: • • [COPY 1st SECTION]: Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 36: Playlists
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize Select the ﬁ le to add to playlist. recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
Page 37: Playing Back Playlists
Creating Playlists including Titles Playing Back Playlists You can easily create a playlist including a title. Touch the MENU button. Press the TITLE button. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. DIRECT TITLE Select [NEXT]. Select the playlist you want to play back. Select the desired ﬁ le. To stop playback Select To quit the screen...
Page 38: Other Operations Of Playlists
Playlists (Continued) Deleting Playlist Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete Select [DELETE]. ﬁ les in a created playlist. Preparation: Select a playlist you want to delete. Perform steps 1-2. ( pg. 36) To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE ALL].
Page 39: Print Setting
Print Setting Select the number of prints. (max. 15 DPOF Print Setting prints) This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital To set print information for other images, Print Order Format). You can set which repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to images to be printed and the number of prints 999 ﬁ...
Page 40: Direct Printing With Pictbridge Printer
Print Setting (Continued) To Print by Selecting a Still Image Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer After performing steps 1-2 ( left column) If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by Select [SELECTED PRINT]. connecting the camera directly to the printer with the USB cable.
Page 41 To Print Using the DPOF Settings If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. ( pg. 39) After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 40) Select [DPOF PRINT]. Select [PRINT]. To stop printing after printing has already started 1) Select [STOP].
Page 42: Copying
COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera The Camera You can copy still images from HDD onto microSD Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW card or from microSD card •...
Page 43 Making a Backup of All Files Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. Files that have never been copied to the DVD pg. 42) discs are automatically selected and copied. •...
Page 44 Copying Files (Continued) Selecting Files for Backup Select the desired disc number. • If you select [ALL], all discs in the list are Preparation: created. • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • To preview scenes, select [CHECK]. pg. 42) When the index screen of individual •...
Page 45 To play back the created disc using the Title and chapter of created DVD camera Each recording date becomes one title in 1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner. a created DVD and each ﬁ le recorded in a pg.
Page 46: Using A Vcr/Dvd Recorder To Dub Files From The Camera
Copying Files (Continued) Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX Files from the Camera input mode. Preparation: Start playback on the camera. • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to • [OUTPUT]. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT]) To play back videos ( pg.
Page 47: Using The Camera To Dub Files From A Vcr/ Dvd Player
Using the Camera to Dub Files from Start playback on the VCR/DVD a VCR/ DVD Player player. Preparation: Press the START/STOP button on the • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [I/O]. camera at the scene where you want pg. 63) •...
Page 48: Copying/Moving Files
Copying Files (Continued) Select [EXECUTE]. Copying/Moving Files File transfer starts. When [COPYING/ You can copy or move ﬁ les in the HDD and MOVING COMPLETED] appears, touch microSD card using the on-screen display. the OK button. Preparation: To quit the screen •...
Page 49: Pc Operation
PC OPERATION ® File Backup on a Windows Install the software that came with the camera For the compatible DVD burners, refer to to your PC. CyberLink web site: You can back up your ﬁ les on your PC with a http://www.cyberlink.com/english/products/ simple one-touch operation, edit your ﬁ...
Page 50: File Backup On A Windows ® Pc
® File Backup on a Windows (Continued) Preparation: Software Installation Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on The following software is included in the CD- the status bar.) ROM that came with your camera. •...
Page 51: Connecting The Camera To The Pc
Click [Yes]. Connecting the Camera to the PC The software installation starts. Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. DC Jack USB Jack Click [Finish]. USB Cable AC Adapter When installation is completed The installed software is displayed in [All Programs].
Page 52: File Backup On The Pc
® File Backup on a Windows (Continued) When you have ﬁ nished operation Open the LCD monitor to turn on the Always follow the procedures below when camera. disconnecting the camera, or turning off the power of the camera/PC. On the camera, press the DIRECT Failing to do so may cause damage to the BACK UP button.
Page 53: File Backup On The Pc Without Using Software
Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_ Select the folder you want to back SD]. up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1. When the progress bar disappears, the • process is complete. SD_VIDEO: Folder that contains video ﬁ les. If you want to back up ﬁ...
Page 54: Other Windows ® Pc Operations
® Other Windows PC Operations Click the desired ﬁ le. Playing Back Files on the PC Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CD- ROM. ( pg. 50) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg.
Page 55: Creating A Dvd-Video
Selecting Files for Backup Creating a DVD-Video Preparation: On the camera, select [CREATE • Install the software from the included CD- DVD]. ROM. ( pg. 50) • Although a dialog box appears on the PC, Connect the camera to the PC with the USB you do not need to use it.
Page 56 ® Other Windows PC Operations (Continued) Click [OK]. For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials ( pg. 56) or CyberLink web site pg. 50). NOTES • You can use following discs: - DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs) - DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be formatted before recording.
Page 57: Getting More Use Of The Software
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 Getting More Use of the Software The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM For more information on operations of the in PDF format. software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the User’s Guides. Load the provided CD-ROM into the PowerCinema NE for Everio Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [MY...
Page 58: File Backup On A Macintosh
® File Backup on a Macintosh • You can back up camera ﬁ les onto your When you copy ﬁ les from the computer to computer. the recording medium on the camera, do not include any other ﬁ les than those recorded with the camera.
Page 59: File Backup On The Macintosh
• DCIM: File Backup on the Macintosh Folder that contains still image ﬁ les. If you want to back up ﬁ les individually, Preparation: open this folder, and drag & drop ﬁ les Connect the camera to the computer with the such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.
Page 60: Folder Structure And Extensions
Folder Structure and Extensions Recording medium X = number [DCIM] Contains the still image folders. [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] Contains the video ﬁ le folders. Management information* for the media as a [MGR_INFO] whole [PRGXXX] Management information* [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] Video ﬁ le [MOVXXX.MOI] Management information* for the video ﬁ...
Page 61: Customer Support Information
Contact us for Information on the Provided Software Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC ofﬁ ce 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 62: Menu Settings
MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings E.g.) Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. Select the desired setting. For details on each menu, see below. Touch the MENU button. Select the desired menu. To return to the previous screen Select To quit the screen Select [QUIT].
Page 63 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 4:3 : Records videos in 4:3 size. [16:9] : Records videos in 16:9 size. The 16:9 indicator lights up on the LCD monitor. NOTES • If the [VIDEO QUALITY] is set to [ECONOMY], you cannot record in 16:9 size (the 16:9 indicator lights up SELECT ASPECT RATIO blue).
Page 64 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF : Disables the function. QUICK RESTART [ON] : Activates the function. Enables the camera to start up NOTES quickly when you turn the power •...
Page 65 Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF : Turns off the operation sound. OPERATION SOUND [ON] : The melody sounds when any operation is Turns the operation sound on/off. performed. SELECT TV TYPE Enables you to select the TV type 4:3 TV / [16:9 TV] when watching ﬁ...
Page 66 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. CLEAN-UP HDD YES : Performs cleanup. Writing speed to HDD tends to NO : Cancels the function. become slow after long periods NOTE of repeated use.
Page 67: Further Information
( below) • If the problem persists, please consult your The following phenomena are not nearest JVC dealer. malfunctions. To reset the camera • The camera heats up when it is used for a 1) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the long time.
Page 68 When the LED light reaches the end of its service life, – monitor appear dark or images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your whitish. nearest JVC dealer. • The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. – Colored bright spots However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor.
Page 69 Trouble Action • 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 recording media, or shooting speed is slow.
Page 70: Warning Indications
Warning Indications Indication Meaning/Action • Displays the remaining battery power. – High Exhausted (Battery indicator) • As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery – indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. • Appears when the date/time is not set.
Page 71: Cleaning
Indication Meaning/Action • RECORDING MAY NOT Conﬁ rm the operation procedure and try recording again. – • Replace the microSD card. – BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD • DROP DETECTION To turn on the camera again, close the LCD monitor and –...
Page 72: Speciﬁ Cations
Speciﬁ cations For video/Audio Camera Format SD-VIDEO For general Recording/Playback format Power supply Video: MPEG-2 DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Signal format Power consumption NTSC standard Approx. 3.2 W* Recording mode (video) *When the LED light is off and the monitor ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)
Page 73 Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Control 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8") Power supply Weight DC 3 V Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) Battery life (incl. battery) Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Design and speciﬁ...
Page 74: Cautions
“Siemens Plug”, as shown. the battery or AC adapter during shooting, For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest playback, or when otherwise accessing the JVC dealer. recording medium. Plug Adapter • Do not bring the recording medium near objects that have a strong magnetic ﬁ...
Page 75 ... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the power plug or an AC wall outlet. Changes or modiﬁ cations not approved ... insert any objects in the camera. by JVC could void the user’s authority to • Avoid using the unit operate the equipment. This equipment has ...
Page 76: Terms
Terms AC Adapter ..........16, 74 Macintosh ............58 Adjust Brightness ..........25 Manual Recording ..........24 Analog Input ............63 Menu Settings ........... 62 Auto Power Off ..........65 microSD Card ........... 19 Monitor Backlight ..........64 Backlight Compensation ........24 Monitor Off ............
Page 77 LYT1828-002C GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG435 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No.
Page 78 Safety Precautions When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on CAUTION a shelf, make sure that it has sufﬁ cient space on RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16 ") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Page 79 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Remember that this camera is intended for private consumer use only. 1. Read these instructions. Any commercial use without proper permission 2. Keep these instructions. is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such 3. Heed all warnings. as a show, performance or exhibition for personal 4.
Page 80 ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain BY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLE vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST protected under the copyright law of Japan and AND EXPENSE.
Page 81 CAUTIONS: without giving any notice to You. In this event, • Operate this equipment according to the JVC may claim against You for any damages operating procedures described in this manual. caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement • Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any be terminated, You must immediately destroy the other CD-ROM to run this software.
Page 82 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 Using on-screen buttons (on the menu screen pg. 62) (e.g. during playback pg.
Page 83 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. ( pg. 42) 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 84 Contents GETTING STARTED EDITING/PRINTING Accessories .......... 10 Managing Files ........32 How to Use the Everio Dock ......10 Deleting/Protecting Files ......32 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ....... 11 Viewing File Information ......33 Preparing the Remote Control ..... 11 Changing the Event Registration of Video Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Files after Recording ........
Page 85 PC OPERATION Regarding the Icons in this Manual ® File Backup on a Windows PC ... 49 System Requirements ......... 49 Software Installation ........50 Icon at the top of a page Connecting the Camera to the PC ....51 File Backup on the PC .........
Page 86: Getting Started
For the connection using the S-Video jack and DV jack, an optional S-Video cable and DV cable are needed. 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 ﬁ lter to the camera. The core ﬁ...
Page 87: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Peel off the pad and thread Thread the strap through the Position the buckle near the the end of the strap through buckle, adjust its length, and use eyelet and reattach the pad. the eyelet. the strap guide to ﬁ x it in place. Buckle Strap Guide Eyelet...
Page 88: Index
Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. • Be careful not to cover during shooting.
Page 89 Camera Remote Control Touch Sensor ( pg. 6) Infrared Beam Transmitting Window OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] ( pg. 15) ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Menu Button [MENU] Zoom In/Out ( pg. 22) Power Switch [POWER] Up Button (You can turn off the camera by pressing Rotate Button (counterclockwise) and holding this button.) pg.
Page 90: Indications On Lcd Monitor
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording Mode Indicator ( pg. 20) Counter Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), Selected Operation Mode Indicator (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) pg. 24) pg. 62) : Auto Mode Remaining Time ( pg.
Page 91 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( pg. 30) Folder/File Number : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg.
Page 92: Necessary Settings Before Use
Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to conﬁ gure the following three • When the lamp goes out, charging is settings before use. ﬁ nished. Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter from the camera. Charging the Battery Pack To detach the battery pack step 2), then...
Page 93: Date/Time Setting
Date/Time Setting Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds. Touch the MENU button. Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
Page 94: Other Settings
• If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears, there may be a problem with your battery. Open the pad and make grip adjustments. 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 95: When Using A Microsd Card
NOTES When Using a microSD Card • Insert and remove the microSD card only while the power is turned off. Otherwise, If you want to record to a microSD card, data on the card may be corrupted. the following three operations need to be •...
Page 96: Recording
RECORDING Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select Press the SELECT PLAY/REC (video) mode. button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press the START/STOP button to start recording. Approximate remaining time for recording appears.
Page 97: Still Image Recording
Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select Press the SELECT PLAY/REC (still image) mode. button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.
Page 98: Zooming
Recording Files (Continued) Zooming LED Light Preparation: Preparation: • • Slide the mode switch to select Slide the mode switch to select mode. mode. • • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. select recording mode.
Page 99: Registering Files To Events
Checking the Remaining Space Registering Files to Events on the Recording Media If you select an event to register the ﬁ le to before starting recording, the ﬁ le will be Preparation: registered to the selected event, thus making • Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 100: Manual Recording
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set Items for program AE setting the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. • NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim To Change to Manual Recording locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically.
Page 101: Manual Setting In Function Menu
Select the desired setting. 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” ( pg. 24) Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the Touch the MENU button.
Page 102 Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [AUTO] : White balance is adjusted automatically. MWB : Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject so that the white paper ﬁ lls Adjusts the white balance the screen.
Page 103: Playing Back Files
Playing Back Files Select the desired ﬁ le. Video/Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) or (still image) mode. To watch on TV See page 31. To check the ﬁ le information Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button Press the INFO button when playback is to select playback mode.
Page 104: File Search Function
Playing Back Files (Continued) Event Screen File Search Function You can search the desired ﬁ le by the event You can switch the index screen to the date that you registered the ﬁ le to when recording. index screen or event screen and search a ﬁ le pg.
Page 105: To Play Back Mpg Files
To Play Back MPG Files MPG ﬁ les (demonstration ﬁ les, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG ﬁ les in the EXTMOV folder. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 106: Playback With Special Effects
Playing Back Files (Continued) Items for WIPE/FADER setting Playback with Special Effects • FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. Wipe or fader effects • FADER-BLACK: Add effects at the beginning and end of Fades in or out with a black screen. videos.
Page 107: Watching Images On Tv
Watching Images on TV Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT]) ( pg. 63) • Turn off all units. AV Jack DC Jack AV Cable To AC Outlet AV Input Jack AC Adapter NOTES • You can also connect the cables using the Everio dock connectors.
Page 108: Editing/Printing
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting/Protecting the Currently Do not remove the recording medium or Displayed File perform any other operation (such as turning After performing steps 1-2 off the power) while accessing ﬁ les. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be Select [CURRENT].
Page 109: Viewing File Information
Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when Viewing File Information performing [DELETE]) or [YES] (when performing [PROTECT]). Preparation: • mode: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the ﬁ le on the index screen. • mode: Play back the still image. Alternatively, select the ﬁ le on the index screen.
Page 110: Changing The Event Registration Of Video Files After Recording
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event of the Selected Changing the Event Registration Files of Video Files after Recording After performing steps 1-2 Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to Select [FILE SELECT]. select playback mode.
Page 111: Partial Delete (Edited Copy)
Select the ﬁ le you want to copy. Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) You can divide the selected video ﬁ le into two, and make a copy of the desired section as a new video ﬁ le. Preparation: • • [COPY 1st SECTION]: Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 112: Playlists
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize Select the ﬁ le to add to playlist. recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
Page 113: Playing Back Playlists
Creating Playlists including Titles Playing Back Playlists You can easily create a playlist including a title. Touch the MENU button. Press the TITLE button. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. DIRECT TITLE Select [NEXT]. Select the playlist you want to play back. Select the desired ﬁ le. To stop playback Select To quit the screen...
Page 114: Other Operations Of Playlists
Playlists (Continued) Deleting Playlist Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete Select [DELETE]. ﬁ les in a created playlist. Preparation: Select a playlist you want to delete. Perform steps 1-2. ( pg. 36) To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE ALL].
Page 115: Print Setting
Print Setting Select the number of prints. (max. 15 DPOF Print Setting prints) This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital To set print information for other images, Print Order Format). You can set which repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to images to be printed and the number of prints 999 ﬁ...
Page 116: Direct Printing With Pictbridge Printer
Print Setting (Continued) To Print by Selecting a Still Image Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer After performing steps 1-2 ( left column) If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by Select [SELECTED PRINT]. connecting the camera directly to the printer with the USB cable.
Page 117 To Print Using the DPOF Settings If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. ( pg. 39) After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 40) Select [DPOF PRINT]. Select [PRINT]. To stop printing after printing has already started 1) Select [STOP].
Page 118: Copying
COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera The Camera You can copy still images from HDD onto microSD Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW card or from microSD card •...
Page 119 Making a Backup of All Files Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. Files that have never been copied to the DVD pg. 42) discs are automatically selected and copied. •...
Page 120 Copying Files (Continued) Selecting Files for Backup Select the desired disc number. • If you select [ALL], all discs in the list are Preparation: created. • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • To preview scenes, select [CHECK]. pg. 42) When the index screen of individual •...
Page 121 To play back the created disc using the Title and chapter of created DVD camera Each recording date becomes one title in 1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner. a created DVD and each ﬁ le recorded in a pg.
Page 122: Using A Vcr/Dvd Recorder To Dub Files From The Camera
Copying Files (Continued) Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX Files from the Camera input mode. Preparation: Start playback on the camera. • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to • [OUTPUT]. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT]) To play back videos ( pg.
Page 123: Using The Camera To Dub Files From A Vcr/ Dvd Player
Using the Camera to Dub Files from Start playback on the VCR/DVD a VCR/ DVD Player player. Preparation: Press the START/STOP button on the • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [I/O]. camera at the scene where you want pg. 63) •...
Page 124: Copying/Moving Files
Copying Files (Continued) Select [EXECUTE]. Copying/Moving Files File transfer starts. When [COPYING/ You can copy or move ﬁ les in the HDD and MOVING COMPLETED] appears, touch microSD card using the on-screen display. the OK button. Preparation: To quit the screen •...
Page 125: Pc Operation
PC OPERATION ® File Backup on a Windows Install the software that came with the camera For the compatible DVD burners, refer to to your PC. CyberLink web site: You can back up your ﬁ les on your PC with a http://www.cyberlink.com/english/products/ simple one-touch operation, edit your ﬁ...
Page 126: Software Installation
® File Backup on a Windows (Continued) Preparation: Software Installation Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on The following software is included in the CD- the status bar.) ROM that came with your camera. •...
Page 127: Connecting The Camera To The Pc
Click [Yes]. Connecting the Camera to the PC The software installation starts. Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. DC Jack USB Jack Click [Finish]. USB Cable AC Adapter When installation is completed The installed software is displayed in [All Programs].
Page 128: File Backup On The Pc
® File Backup on a Windows (Continued) When you have ﬁ nished operation Open the LCD monitor to turn on the Always follow the procedures below when camera. disconnecting the camera, or turning off the power of the camera/PC. On the camera, press the DIRECT Failing to do so may cause damage to the BACK UP button.
Page 129: File Backup On The Pc Without Using Software
Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_ Select the folder you want to back SD]. up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1. When the progress bar disappears, the • process is complete. SD_VIDEO: Folder that contains video ﬁ les. If you want to back up ﬁ...
Page 130: Other Windows ® Pc Operations
® Other Windows PC Operations Click the desired ﬁ le. Playing Back Files on the PC Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CD- ROM. ( pg. 50) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg.
Page 131: Creating A Dvd-Video
Selecting Files for Backup Creating a DVD-Video Preparation: On the camera, select [CREATE • Install the software from the included CD- DVD]. ROM. ( pg. 50) • Although a dialog box appears on the PC, Connect the camera to the PC with the USB you do not need to use it.
Page 132 ® Other Windows PC Operations (Continued) Click [OK]. For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials ( pg. 56) or CyberLink web site pg. 50). NOTES • You can use following discs: - DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs) - DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be formatted before recording.
Page 133: Getting More Use Of The Software
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 Getting More Use of the Software The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM For more information on operations of the in PDF format. software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the User’s Guides. Load the provided CD-ROM into the PowerCinema NE for Everio Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [MY...
Page 134: File Backup On A Macintosh
® File Backup on a Macintosh • You can back up camera ﬁ les onto your When you copy ﬁ les from the computer to computer. the recording medium on the camera, do not include any other ﬁ les than those recorded with the camera.
Page 135: File Backup On The Macintosh
• DCIM: File Backup on the Macintosh Folder that contains still image ﬁ les. If you want to back up ﬁ les individually, Preparation: open this folder, and drag & drop ﬁ les Connect the camera to the computer with the such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.
Page 136: Folder Structure And Extensions
Folder Structure and Extensions Recording medium X = number [DCIM] Contains the still image folders. [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] Contains the video ﬁ le folders. Management information* for the media as a [MGR_INFO] whole [PRGXXX] Management information* [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] Video ﬁ le [MOVXXX.MOI] Management information* for the video ﬁ...
Page 137: Customer Support Information
Contact us for Information on the Provided Software Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC ofﬁ ce 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 138: Menu Settings
MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings E.g.) Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. Select the desired setting. For details on each menu, see below. Touch the MENU button. Select the desired menu. To return to the previous screen Select To quit the screen Select [QUIT].
Page 139 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 4:3 : Records videos in 4:3 size. [16:9] : Records videos in 16:9 size. The 16:9 indicator lights up on the LCD monitor. NOTES • If the [VIDEO QUALITY] is set to [ECONOMY], you cannot record in 16:9 size (the 16:9 indicator lights up SELECT ASPECT RATIO blue).
Page 140 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF : Disables the function. QUICK RESTART [ON] : Activates the function. Enables the camera to start up NOTES quickly when you turn the power •...
Page 141 Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF : Turns off the operation sound. OPERATION SOUND [ON] : The melody sounds when any operation is Turns the operation sound on/off. performed. SELECT TV TYPE Enables you to select the TV type 4:3 TV / [16:9 TV] when watching ﬁ...
Page 142 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. CLEAN-UP HDD YES : Performs cleanup. Writing speed to HDD tends to NO : Cancels the function. become slow after long periods NOTE of repeated use.
Page 143: Further Information
( below) • If the problem persists, please consult your The following phenomena are not nearest JVC dealer. malfunctions. To reset the camera • The camera heats up when it is used for a 1) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the long time.
Page 144 When the LED light reaches the end of its service life, – monitor appear dark or images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your whitish. nearest JVC dealer. • The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. – Colored bright spots However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor.
Page 145 Trouble Action • 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 recording media, or shooting speed is slow.
Page 146: Warning Indications
Warning Indications Indication Meaning/Action • Displays the remaining battery power. – High Exhausted (Battery indicator) • As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery – indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. • Appears when the date/time is not set.
Page 147: Cleaning
Indication Meaning/Action • RECORDING MAY NOT Conﬁ rm the operation procedure and try recording again. – • Replace the microSD card. – BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD • DROP DETECTION To turn on the camera again, close the LCD monitor and –...
Page 148: Speciﬁ Cations
Speciﬁ cations For video/Audio Camera Format SD-VIDEO For general Recording/Playback format Power supply Video: MPEG-2 DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Signal format Power consumption NTSC standard Approx. 3.2 W* Recording mode (video) *When the LED light is off and the monitor ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)
Page 149 Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Control 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8") Power supply Weight DC 3 V Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) Battery life (incl. battery) Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Design and speciﬁ...
Page 150: Cautions
“Siemens Plug”, as shown. the battery or AC adapter during shooting, For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest playback, or when otherwise accessing the JVC dealer. recording medium. Plug Adapter • Do not bring the recording medium near objects that have a strong magnetic ﬁ...
Page 151 ... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the power plug or an AC wall outlet. Changes or modiﬁ cations not approved ... insert any objects in the camera. by JVC could void the user’s authority to • Avoid using the unit operate the equipment. This equipment has ...
Page 152: Terms
Terms AC Adapter ..........16, 74 Macintosh ............58 Adjust Brightness ..........25 Manual Recording ..........24 Analog Input ............63 Menu Settings ........... 62 Auto Power Off ..........65 microSD Card ........... 19 Monitor Backlight ..........64 Backlight Compensation ........24 Monitor Off ............
Page 153 LYT1830-002C GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG430 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No.
Page 154 Safety Precautions When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on CAUTION a shelf, make sure that it has sufﬁ cient space on RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16 ") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Page 155 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Remember that this camera is intended for private consumer use only. 1. Read these instructions. Any commercial use without proper permission 2. Keep these instructions. is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such 3. Heed all warnings. as a show, performance or exhibition for personal 4.
Page 156 ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain BY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLE vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST protected under the copyright law of Japan and AND EXPENSE.
Page 157 CAUTIONS: without giving any notice to You. In this event, • Operate this equipment according to the JVC may claim against You for any damages operating procedures described in this manual. caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement • Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any be terminated, You must immediately destroy the other CD-ROM to run this software.
Page 158 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 Using on-screen buttons (on the menu screen pg. 62) (e.g. during playback pg.
Page 159 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. ( pg. 42) 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 160 Contents GETTING STARTED EDITING/PRINTING Accessories .......... 10 Managing Files ........32 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ....... 11 Deleting/Protecting Files ......32 Preparing the Remote Control ..... 11 Viewing File Information ......33 Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable ... 11 Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording ........
Page 161 PC OPERATION Regarding the Icons in this Manual ® File Backup on a Windows PC ... 49 System Requirements ......... 49 Software Installation ........50 Icon at the top of a page Connecting the Camera to the PC ....51 File Backup on the PC .........
Page 162: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Accessories AC Adapter Battery Pack Audio/Video Cable USB Cable AP-V18U/14U BN-VF808U pg. 40, 42, 51 and 58) Shoulder Strap CD-ROM Remote Control Unit Lithium Battery pg. 11) pg. 50) RM-V751U ( pg. 11) CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections.
Page 163: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Peel off the pad and thread Thread the strap through the Position the buckle near the the end of the strap through buckle, adjust its length, and use eyelet and reattach the pad. the eyelet. the strap guide to ﬁ x it in place. Buckle Strap Guide Eyelet...
Page 164: Index
Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. • Be careful not to cover during shooting.
Page 165 Camera Remote Control Touch Sensor ( pg. 6) Infrared Beam Transmitting Window OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] ( pg. 15) ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Menu Button [MENU] Zoom In/Out ( pg. 22) Power Switch [POWER] Up Button (You can turn off the camera by pressing Rotate Button (counterclockwise) and holding this button.) pg.
Page 166: Indications On Lcd Monitor
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording Mode Indicator ( pg. 20) Counter Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), Selected Operation Mode Indicator (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) pg. 24) pg. 62) : Auto Mode Remaining Time ( pg.
Page 167 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( pg. 30) Folder/File Number : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg.
Page 168: Necessary Settings Before Use
Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to conﬁ gure the following three To check the remaining battery power settings before use. See page 18. NOTES • You can also use the camera with just the Charging the Battery Pack AC adapter. •...
Page 169: Date/Time Setting
Date/Time Setting Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds. Touch the MENU button. Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
Page 170: Other Settings
• If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears, there may be a problem with your battery. Open the pad and make grip adjustments. 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 171: When Using A Microsd Card
NOTES When Using a microSD Card • Insert and remove the microSD card only while the power is turned off. Otherwise, If you want to record to a microSD card, data on the card may be corrupted. the following three operations need to be •...
Page 172: Recording Files
RECORDING Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select Press the SELECT PLAY/REC (video) mode. button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press the START/STOP button to start recording. Approximate remaining time for recording appears.
Page 173: Still Image Recording
Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select Press the SELECT PLAY/REC (still image) mode. button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.
Page 174: Zooming
Recording Files (Continued) Zooming LED Light Preparation: Preparation: • • Slide the mode switch to select Slide the mode switch to select mode. mode. • • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. select recording mode.
Page 175: Registering Files To Events
Checking the Remaining Space Registering Files to Events on the Recording Media If you select an event to register the ﬁ le to before starting recording, the ﬁ le will be Preparation: registered to the selected event, thus making • Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 176: Manual Recording
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set Items for program AE setting the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. • NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim To Change to Manual Recording locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically.
Page 177: Manual Setting In Function Menu
Select the desired setting. 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” ( pg. 24) Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the Touch the MENU button.
Page 178 Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [AUTO] : White balance is adjusted automatically. MWB : Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject so that the white paper ﬁ lls Adjusts the white balance the screen.
Page 179: Playing Back Files
Playing Back Files Select the desired ﬁ le. Video/Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) or (still image) mode. To watch on TV See page 31. To check the ﬁ le information Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button Press the INFO button when playback is to select playback mode.
Page 180: File Search Function
Playing Back Files (Continued) Event Screen File Search Function You can search the desired ﬁ le by the event You can switch the index screen to the date that you registered the ﬁ le to when recording. index screen or event screen and search a ﬁ le pg.
Page 181: To Play Back Mpg Files
To Play Back MPG Files MPG ﬁ les (demonstration ﬁ les, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG ﬁ les in the EXTMOV folder. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 182: Playback With Special Effects
Playing Back Files (Continued) Items for WIPE/FADER setting Playback with Special Effects • FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. Wipe or fader effects • FADER-BLACK: Add effects at the beginning and end of Fades in or out with a black screen. videos.
Page 183: Watching Images On Tv
Watching Images on TV Preparation: • Turn off all units. AV Jack DC Jack AV Cable To AC Outlet AV Input Jack AC Adapter NOTES • You can also connect the cables using the Everio dock connectors. The S-Video cable (optional) enables even higher playback quality.
Page 184: Editing/Printing
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting/Protecting the Currently Do not remove the recording medium or Displayed File perform any other operation (such as turning After performing steps 1-2 off the power) while accessing ﬁ les. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be Select [CURRENT].
Page 185: Viewing File Information
Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when Viewing File Information performing [DELETE]) or [YES] (when performing [PROTECT]). Preparation: • mode: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the ﬁ le on the index screen. • mode: Play back the still image. Alternatively, select the ﬁ le on the index screen.
Page 186: Changing The Event Registration Of Video Files After Recording
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event of the Selected Changing the Event Registration Files of Video Files after Recording After performing steps 1-2 Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to Select [FILE SELECT]. select playback mode.
Page 187: Partial Delete (Edited Copy)
Select the ﬁ le you want to copy. Partial Delete (EDITED COPY) You can divide the selected video ﬁ le into two, and make a copy of the desired section as a new video ﬁ le. Preparation: • • [COPY 1st SECTION]: Slide the mode switch to select mode.
Page 188: Playlists
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize Select the ﬁ le to add to playlist. recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
Page 189: Playing Back Playlists
Creating Playlists including Titles Playing Back Playlists You can easily create a playlist including a title. Touch the MENU button. Press the TITLE button. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. DIRECT TITLE Select [NEXT]. Select the playlist you want to play back. Select the desired ﬁ le. To stop playback Select To quit the screen...
Page 190: Other Operations Of Playlists
Playlists (Continued) Deleting Playlist Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete Select [DELETE]. ﬁ les in a created playlist. Preparation: Select a playlist you want to delete. Perform steps 1-2. ( pg. 36) To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE ALL].
Page 191: Print Setting
Print Setting Select the number of prints. (max. 15 DPOF Print Setting prints) This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital To set print information for other images, Print Order Format). You can set which repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to images to be printed and the number of prints 999 ﬁ...
Page 192: Direct Printing With Pictbridge Printer
Print Setting (Continued) To Print by Selecting a Still Image Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer After performing steps 1-2 ( left column) If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by Select [SELECTED PRINT]. connecting the camera directly to the printer with the USB cable.
Page 193 To Print Using the DPOF Settings If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. ( pg. 39) After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 40) Select [DPOF PRINT]. Select [PRINT]. To stop printing after printing has already started 1) Select [STOP].
Page 194: Copying Files
COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera The Camera You can copy still images from HDD onto microSD Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW card or from microSD card •...
Page 195 Making a Backup of All Files Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. Files that have never been copied to the DVD pg. 42) discs are automatically selected and copied. •...
Page 196 Copying Files (Continued) Selecting Files for Backup Select the desired disc number. • If you select [ALL], all discs in the list are Preparation: created. • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • To preview scenes, select [CHECK]. pg. 42) When the index screen of individual •...
Page 197 To play back the created disc using the Title and chapter of created DVD camera Each recording date becomes one title in 1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner. a created DVD and each ﬁ le recorded in a pg.
Page 198: Using A Vcr/Dvd Recorder To Dub Files From The Camera
Copying Files (Continued) Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX Files from the Camera input mode. Preparation: Start playback on the camera. • Turn off all units. • To play back videos ( pg. 27) •...
Page 199: Using The Camera To Dub Files From A Vcr/ Dvd Player
Using the Camera to Dub Files from Start playback on the VCR/DVD a VCR/ DVD Player player. Preparation: Press the START/STOP button on the • Turn off all units. camera at the scene where you want to start recording. AV Jack To stop recording DC Jack Press the START/STOP button again.
Page 200: Copying/Moving Files
Copying Files (Continued) Select [EXECUTE]. Copying/Moving Files File transfer starts. When [COPYING/ You can copy or move ﬁ les in the HDD and MOVING COMPLETED] appears, touch microSD card using the on-screen display. the OK button. Preparation: To quit the screen •...
Page 201: Pc Operation
PC OPERATION ® File Backup on a Windows Install the software that came with the camera For the compatible DVD burners, refer to to your PC. CyberLink web site: You can back up your ﬁ les on your PC with a http://www.cyberlink.com/english/products/ simple one-touch operation, edit your ﬁ...
Page 202: Software Installation
® File Backup on a Windows (Continued) Preparation: Software Installation Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on The following software is included in the CD- the status bar.) ROM that came with your camera. •...
Page 203: Connecting The Camera To The Pc
Click [Yes]. Connecting the Camera to the PC The software installation starts. Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. DC Jack USB Jack Click [Finish]. USB Cable AC Adapter When installation is completed The installed software is displayed in [All Programs].
Page 204: File Backup On The Pc
® File Backup on a Windows (Continued) When you have ﬁ nished operation Open the LCD monitor to turn on the Always follow the procedures below when camera. disconnecting the camera, or turning off the power of the camera/PC. On the camera, press the DIRECT Failing to do so may cause damage to the BACK UP button.
Page 205: File Backup On The Pc Without Using Software
Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_ Select the folder you want to back SD]. up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1. When the progress bar disappears, the • process is complete. SD_VIDEO: Folder that contains video ﬁ les. If you want to back up ﬁ...
Page 206: Other Windows ® Pc Operations
® Other Windows PC Operations Click the desired ﬁ le. Playing Back Files on the PC Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CD- ROM. ( pg. 50) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg.
Page 207: Creating A Dvd-Video
Selecting Files for Backup Creating a DVD-Video Preparation: On the camera, select [CREATE • Install the software from the included CD- DVD]. ROM. ( pg. 50) • Although a dialog box appears on the PC, Connect the camera to the PC with the USB you do not need to use it.
Page 208 ® Other Windows PC Operations (Continued) Click [OK]. For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials ( pg. 56) or CyberLink web site pg. 50). NOTES • You can use following discs: - DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs) - DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be formatted before recording.
Page 209: Getting More Use Of The Software
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 Getting More Use of the Software The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM For more information on operations of the in PDF format. software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the User’s Guides. Load the provided CD-ROM into the PowerCinema NE for Everio Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [MY...
Page 210: File Backup On A Macintosh
® File Backup on a Macintosh • You can back up camera ﬁ les onto your When you copy ﬁ les from the computer to computer. the recording medium on the camera, do not include any other ﬁ les than those recorded with the camera.
Page 211: File Backup On The Macintosh
• DCIM: File Backup on the Macintosh Folder that contains still image ﬁ les. If you want to back up ﬁ les individually, Preparation: open this folder, and drag & drop ﬁ les Connect the camera to the computer with the such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.
Page 212: Folder Structure And Extensions
Folder Structure and Extensions Recording medium X = number [DCIM] Contains the still image folders. [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] Contains the video ﬁ le folders. Management information* for the media as a [MGR_INFO] whole [PRGXXX] Management information* [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] Video ﬁ le [MOVXXX.MOI] Management information* for the video ﬁ...
Page 213: Customer Support Information
Contact us for Information on the Provided Software Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC ofﬁ ce 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 214: Menu Settings
MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings E.g.) Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. Select the desired setting. For details on each menu, see below. Touch the MENU button. Select the desired menu. To return to the previous screen Select To quit the screen Select [QUIT].
Page 215 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 4:3 : Records videos in 4:3 size. [16:9] : Records videos in 16:9 size. The 16:9 indicator lights up on the LCD monitor. NOTES • If the [VIDEO QUALITY] is set to [ECONOMY], you cannot record in 16:9 size (the 16:9 indicator lights up SELECT ASPECT RATIO blue).
Page 216 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF : Disables the function. QUICK RESTART [ON] : Activates the function. Enables the camera to start up NOTES quickly when you turn the power •...
Page 217 Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF : Turns off the operation sound. OPERATION SOUND [ON] : The melody sounds when any operation is Turns the operation sound on/off. performed. SELECT TV TYPE Enables you to select the TV type 4:3 TV / [16:9 TV] when watching ﬁ...
Page 218 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. CLEAN-UP HDD YES : Performs cleanup. Writing speed to HDD tends to NO : Cancels the function. become slow after long periods NOTE of repeated use.
Page 219: Further Information
( below) • If the problem persists, please consult your The following phenomena are not nearest JVC dealer. malfunctions. To reset the camera • The camera heats up when it is used for a 1) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the long time.
Page 220 When the LED light reaches the end of its service life, – monitor appear dark or images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your whitish. nearest JVC dealer. • The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. – Colored bright spots However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor.
Page 221 Trouble Action • 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 recording media, or shooting speed is slow.
Page 222: Warning Indications
Warning Indications Indication Meaning/Action • Displays the remaining battery power. – High Exhausted (Battery indicator) • As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery – indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. • Appears when the date/time is not set.
Page 223: Cleaning
Indication Meaning/Action • RECORDING MAY NOT Conﬁ rm the operation procedure and try recording again. – • Replace the microSD card. – BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD • DROP DETECTION To turn on the camera again, close the LCD monitor and –...
Page 224: Speciﬁ Cations
Speciﬁ cations For video/Audio Camera Format SD-VIDEO For general Recording/Playback format Power supply Video: MPEG-2 DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Signal format Power consumption NTSC standard Approx. 3.2 W* Recording mode (video) * When the LED light is off and the monitor ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR)
Page 225 Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Control 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8") Power supply Weight DC 3 V Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) Battery life (incl. battery) Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Design and speciﬁ...
Page 226: Cautions
“Siemens Plug”, as shown. the battery or AC adapter during shooting, For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest playback, or when otherwise accessing the JVC dealer. recording medium. Plug Adapter • Do not bring the recording medium near objects that have a strong magnetic ﬁ...
Page 227 ... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the power plug or an AC wall outlet. Changes or modiﬁ cations not approved ... insert any objects in the camera. by JVC could void the user’s authority to • Avoid using the unit operate the equipment. This equipment has ...
Page 228: Terms
Terms AC Adapter ..........16, 74 Macintosh ............58 Adjust Brightness ..........25 Manual Recording ..........24 Auto Power Off ..........65 Menu Settings ........... 62 microSD Card ........... 19 Backlight Compensation ........24 Monitor Backlight ..........64 Battery Pack .......... 16, 18, 74 Monitor Off ............

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Table of Contents

Getting Started

Accessories

Index

Indications on LCD Monitor

Necessary Settings before Use

Other Settings

Recording

Recording Files

Manual Recording

Playing Back Files

Watching Images on TV

Editing/Printing

Managing Files

Playlists

Print Setting

Copying

Copying Files

Pc Operation

File Backup on a Windows ® PC

Other Windows ® PC Operations

File Backup on a Macintosh

Folder Structure and Extensions

Customer Support Information

Menu Settings

Changing the Menu Settings

Further Information

Troubleshooting

Warning Indications

Cleaning

Speciﬁ Cations

Cautions

Terms

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Accessories

Index

Indications on LCD Monitor

Necessary Settings before Use

Other Settings

Recording

Recording Files

Manual Recording

Playing Back Files

Watching Images on TV

Editing/Printing

Managing Files

Playlists

Print Setting

Copying Files

Copying

File Backup on a Windows

Pc Operation

Other Windows ® PC Operations

File Backup on a Macintosh

Folder Structure and Extensions

Customer Support Information

Menu Settings

Changing the Menu Settings

Further Information

Troubleshooting

Warning Indications

Cleaning

Speciﬁ Cations

Cautions

Terms

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Accessories

Index

Indications on LCD Monitor

Necessary Settings before Use

Other Settings

Recording Files

Manual Recording

Playing Back Files

Watching Images on TV

Editing/Printing

Managing Files