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GUIDEBOOK
HD MEMORY CAMERA
GZ-HM200
U
LYT1997-003A-M
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this HD
memory camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained on pages 2 and 3
to ensure safe use of this product.
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on the
bottom of the HD memory camera) and
Serial No. (located on the battery pack
mount of the HD memory camera) below.
Model No.
Serial No.
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- Page 1 LYT1997-003A-M GUIDEBOOK HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM200 Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this HD memory camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained on pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on CAUTION a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient 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). CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, Do not block the ventilation holes. - Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Remember that this camcorder is intended for 1. Read these instructions. private consumer use only. 2. Keep these instructions. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such 3. Heed all warnings. as a show, performance or exhibition for personal 4.
- Page 4 CAUTION • Charge the battery pack before use. (Z p. 18) Battery Pack • Be sure to use JVC battery The battery pack packs. If you use any other is not charged battery packs besides JVC at the time of...
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Page 5: Turn On The Camcorder
Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to Select the city closest to turn on the camcorder the area where you use the camcorder Power Button LCD monitor AREA SETTING JAN.10.2009 01:00AM QUIT Select [ON] or [OFF] Select [YES] within Select [ON] if daylight saving time is 10 seconds effective. -
Page 6: Start Recording
Video recording CAUTION • This camcorder records video in accordance with the AVCHD format. • Try recording with easy [AUTO] mode first. Select ! (video) mode S e lect recording mode The auto recording PLAY/REC indicator appears. 3 h 59 m 0 : 04 : 01 Start recording Remaining space on the SD card. -
Page 7: Playing Back
Playing back Select playback mode PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button. Select the desired file Index screen VIDEO PLAYBACK NOV. 01.2009 04:55PM DIGEST Select F(Touch OK) Playback screen 0. 00 : 00 J A N . 1 . 2 0 0 9 04 :55 PM To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. -
Page 8: Jvc Software Licence 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 9 Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement CAUTIONS: without giving any notice to You. In this event, • JVC may claim against You for any damages Operate this equipment according to the caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement operating procedures described in this manual.
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Page 10: Read This First
Make a backup of important recorded data If a malfunction occurs, stop using the JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. camcorder immediately and contact It is recommended to copy your important www.jvc.com or by phone at 1-800-252-5722... -
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents GETTING STARTED EDITING Accessories .......... 12 Managing Files ........37 Attaching the Core Filter ......12 Capturing a Still Image from a Video ... 37 Preparing the Remote Control ..... 13 Deleting Files ..........37 Protecting Files ..........38 Index ............ -
Page 12: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Accessories AC Adapter Battery Pack Component Cable Audio/Video Cable AP-V21U BN-VF808U USB Cable CD-ROM Remote Control Lithium Battery RM-V751U CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. (x 1) (x 2) (Component Cable) (USB Cable and AC Adapter) Core Filter NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. -
Page 13: Preparing The Remote Control
Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area To Reinsert the Battery Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Remote Sensor Lock Tab Lithium Battery... -
Page 14: Index
Index NOTE • Be careful not to cover 3, 4, 5, during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. - Page 15 Camcorder Remote Control Touch sensor Infrared Beam Transmitting Window LCD Monitor ZOOM (T/W) Buttons SD Cover (Zoom in/out during playback.) SD Card Slot B (Z p. 21, 66) Up Button & SD Card Slot A (Z p. 21, 66) Skip Backward Button Audio/Video Connector [AV] (Z p.
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Page 16: Indications On Lcd Monitor
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording [3h59m] LIB. 0 : 0 4 : 0 1 RE C PHOTO 1/4000 NOV.10. 2009 4:55PM Mode Indicator Export Mode Indicator (Z p. 58) Selected Operation Mode Indicator Counter (Z p. 27) Upload Mode Indicator (Z p. - Page 17 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 1: 55 : 01 101 - 0098 NOV.10. 2009 4:55PM NOV.10. 2009 4:55PM Mode Indicator Mode Indicator Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z p. 31) Folder/File Number 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears Slide Show Playback Indicator when playing back a playlist.) (Z p. 45) Card Slot Indicator &...
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Page 18: Necessary Settings Before Use
Necessary Settings before Use Required charging/recording time Charging the Battery Pack (approx.) *When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Close the LCD monitor to turn off the Battery pack Charging time Recording camcorder. -
Page 19: Date/Time Setting
Date/Time Setting Set the date and time. Select the item by using the touch sensor and select [ ] to set. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. CLOCK SETTING Touch MENU. DATE TIME Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 2009 GMT+ 9:00 VIDEO SAVE... -
Page 20: Other Settings
Other Settings Language Setting Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten. The language on the display can be changed. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Grip Strap Touch MENU. Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. Fasten VIDEO WIND CUT AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA >... -
Page 21: Using An Sd Card
NOTE Using an SD Card • Insert and remove the SD card only while the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on • Operations are confirmed on the following SD the card may be corrupted. cards: • Do not touch the terminal on the reverse Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC card. -
Page 22: Recording/Playback
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording • Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. • Insert an SD card. Select (video) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the recording mode. PLAY/REC [3 h 59 m] 0:00:00 SNAPSHOT Press START/STOP to start recording. [3 h 59 m] 0:00:01 Approximate remaining time... -
Page 23: Still Image Recording
Still Image Recording • Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. • Insert an SD card. Press PLAY/REC to select the recording Select (still image) mode. mode. PLAY/REC Press and hold SNAPSHOT halfway. FINE The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused. -
Page 24: Zooming
Recording Files (Continued) Zooming LED Light Preparation: Preparation: • • Select mode. Select mode. • • Select the recording mode. Select the recording mode. Zoom out Zoom in Touch MENU. Select [LIGHT]. Select the desired setting. W: Wide angle T: Telephoto The LED light remains on regardless of the surrounding You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting... -
Page 25: Turning On The Face Detection Mode
Checking the Remaining Battery Turning on the Face Detection Mode Power If you set this mode on, the camcorder detects the faces and adjust brightness and focus so Preparation: • that the faces are recorded clearly. Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder. -
Page 26: Checking The Remaining Space On The Recording Media
Recording Files (Continued) Checking the Remaining Space Registering Files to Events on the Recording Media If you select an event to register the file to Preparation: before starting recording, you can find the file • Select mode. easily at playback. •... -
Page 27: Manual Recording
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to Manual Setting in Menu set the focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. In the manual recording mode; Changing to Manual Recording Mode Touch MENU. Preparation: Select [MANUAL SETTING]. • Select mode. VIDEO •... - Page 28 Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function. NIGHT : Records with more sensitivity in dim locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically. TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. 6 PORTRAIT: The subject in the foreground is accentuated SCENE SELECT by blurring the background.
- Page 29 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. 3 MANUAL: MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills Adjusts the white balance to the screen.
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Page 30: Playing Back Files
PLAYBACK Playing Back Files Select the desired file. Video/Still Image Playback Preparation: • Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. • Insert an SD card. Select (video) or (still image) To move to the previous or next page ... -
Page 31: Playback With Special Effects
Items for WIPE/FADER setting Playback with Special Effects • O FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. Wipe or fader effects • P FADER-BLACK: Add effects at the beginning and end of Fades in or out with a black screen. videos. -
Page 32: File Search Function
Playing Back Files (Continued) Date Index Screen File Search Function You can search the desired file by the Preparation: • recording date. Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Select ,. Group Index Screen Select [SEARCH DATE]*. You can search the desired file by the group. VIDEO PLAYBACK The group is created automatically based on GROUP... -
Page 33: Playing Back Mpg Files
Event Screen Playing Back MPG Files An MTS file is created in the EXTMOV folder You can search the desired file by the event when management information is corrupted. that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 26) After searching by the event, you Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG files in the EXTMOV folder. -
Page 34: Using With Tv
USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV To connect using the COMPONENT/AV This camcorder is designed to be used with connector high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. COMPONENT Connector DC Connector AV Connector... -
Page 35: Playback Operation
Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. (Only when connecting the camcorder to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. -
Page 36: Operating Together With Tv Via Hdmi
Operating Together with TV via HDMI Playback on TV Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CEC*- enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you to utilize the following convenient functions. * HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC compliant devices that are connected via Select the... -
Page 37: Managing Files
EDITING EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting Files Do not remove the recording medium (SD • cards) or perform any other operation (such Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete as turning off the power) while accessing files. them, release the protection first. (Z p. 39) •... -
Page 38: Protecting Files
Managing Files (Continued) Deleting Selected Files Select [YES]. After performing steps 1 - 2 (Z p. 37) VIDEO DELETE DELETE ALL? (EXCEPT PROTECTED FILE) Select [FILE SELECT]. VIDEO DELETE CURRENT FILE SELECT To quit the screen DELETE ALL Select [QUIT]. SELECT AND DELETE SCENE QUIT Protecting Files... -
Page 39: Protecting All Files
Protecting All Files Select [YES]. After performing steps 1 - 3 (Z p. 38) Select [PROTECT ALL]. PROTECT? PROTECT/CANCEL CURRENT FILE SELECT QUIT PROTECT ALL You can select the previous or next file by CANCEL ALL selecting PROTECT ALL SCENES QUIT To quit the screen ... -
Page 40: Viewing File Information
Managing Files (Continued) Viewing File Information File Information Changing the Event Registration Preparation: Preparation: • • mode: Pause the playback. Select mode. • Otherwise, select the file on the index Select the playback mode. screen. • mode: Play back the still image. Touch MENU. -
Page 41: Dividing Files
Dividing Files Select a new event. To cancel the event registration, select You can divide the selected video into two. [CANCEL]. Preparation: CHANGE EVENT REG. • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. SPORTS 1 Touch MENU. QUIT CANCEL QUIT Select [EDIT]. -
Page 42: Trimming Files
Managing Files (Continued) Select [DIVIDE HERE]. Select the desired file. DIVIDE TRIMMING DIVIDE HERE CANCEL 0 : 12 : 05 QUIT QUIT To set the division point again, select Select [SET] at the start point. [CANCEL]. It is recommended to select [SET] after the pause button is pressed. -
Page 43: Face Detection Zoom
Face Detection Zoom Select [SAVE]. 100-0012 You can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as a new file. Preparation: • Select # mode. • Select the playback mode. SAVE • Zoom images are saved in 16:9 aspect Select the desired still image. -
Page 44: Playlists
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize Select the file to add to playlist. recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: NOV.01.2009 FROM SCENE • Select mode. TOTAL • Select the playback mode. 00h00m Creating Playlists SELECT CHECK QUIT •... -
Page 45: Playing Back Playlists
Playing Back Playlists Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete Touch MENU. files in a created playlist. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist VIDEO After performing steps 1 - 2 (Z p. 44) DELETE UPLOAD SETTINGS SEARCH PLAYBACK PLAYLIST Select [EDIT]. -
Page 46: Copying
VCR/DVD recorder. Files are moved to the destination NOTE medium while deleting original files • It is recommended to use the JVC DVD (except read-only files) in the source burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using medium. CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may take approx. -
Page 47: Using A Bd/Dvd Burner
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. • When connecting to a BD burner, use a USB cable with Mini-A(Male) and B(Male) connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) Using a BD/DVD Burner is recommended. Refer to page 57 for details. The files in the camcorder can be backed up to a disc using a BD/DVD burner. - Page 48 Copying Files (Continued) • Backup All Files The files are copied on the disc. When [COMPLETED] appears, touch OK. Preparation: • When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS • Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD [STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears, burner. change the disc. Remaining files are •...
- Page 49 Selecting Files for Backup mode: • [SAVE BY DATE]: Preparation: Files are sorted according to the date • Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD on which they were recorded. Relevant burner. files are displayed in a list. Select the • Select mode.
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Page 50: Using A Usb External Hard Disk Drive
Desk series product, use a USB cable 2) Select the desired item. with Mini- A(Male) and Mini-B(Male) NOTE connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is “Digest Playback” menu is not available recommended. Refer to page 57 for details. • when DVD is burned using the provided... - Page 51 When connecting a USB external hard Backup All Files disk drive to the camcorder • Preparation: Do not connect a USB hub between the • Connect the camcorder to the USB external camcorder and the USB external hard disk hard disk drive.
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Page 52: Dubbing Files To A Vcr/Dvd Recorder
Copying Files (Continued) NOTE Open the LCD monitor to turn on the Refer to the help of the provided Everio camcorder. MediaBrowser software when you use the PC to operate the data in the USB external hard Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX disk drive directly copied from the camcorder. -
Page 53: Creating A Disc Using A Pc
Creating a Disc using a PC NOTE Creating a Disc using a PC • Make sure your PC has a recordable BD/DVD drive. You can copy the data from the camcorder • If your system does not meet the and create a disc using a PC. requirements, it is recommended to copy files using the BD/DVD burner. - Page 54 Creating a Disc using a PC (Continued) Click [Finish]. Connector Everio Media Browser icon is created on the desktop. USB Cable AC adapter Connector To AC outlet INFORMATION Everio MediaBrowser video editing capability is available for files copied from the camcorder to the PC.
- Page 55 Click [+]. Click [Start]. Input the name of the new user list Backup starts. and click [OK]. To disconnect the camcorder from the 1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove Hardware) on the task bar and select [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device].
- Page 56 Creating a Disc using a PC (Continued) Copying Files to a disc Input the disc name, select the top Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats. menu style and click [Next]. Select the one that suits your purpose. DVD-Video Suitable if you will give the disc disc: to your friends and relatives.
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Page 57: Folder Structure And Extensions
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the following information ready. -
Page 58: Using With A Portable Media Player
COPYING Using with a Portable Media Player Select [DONE]. Turning on the Export Mode You can easily transfer videos recorded in To cancel the export setting export mode to iTunes . All the files with the ® Select the file and press LIB. again. export setting turned on are transferred to PC. -
Page 59: Uploading Files To Websites
Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode Select the desired file. You can upload the file to video sharing UPLOAD SETTINGS websites (YouTube™) quickly after recording. For more information on YouTube™, visit YouTube™ web site: http://youtube.com/ Preparation: QUIT •... -
Page 60: Uploading Files
Uploading Files to Websites (Continued) Uploading Files For details on uploading files, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [UPLOAD]. USB MENU PLAYBACK ON PC CREATE DISC UPLOAD EXPORT TO LIBRARY LIB. -
Page 61: Menu Settings
MENU SETTINGS FURTHER INFORMATION Changing the Menu Settings Touch MENU. Select the desired setting. Select the desired menu. VIDEO REGISTER EVENT REGISTER EVENT VIDEO QUALITY VIDEO QUALITY VIDEO ZOOM ZOOM REGISTER EVENT VIDEO QUALITY ZOOM IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO QUIT IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO QUIT... - Page 62 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset UXP: Extra High quality [XP]: High quality SP: Standard quality EP: For long recording You can record in full high-definition (1920 x 1080i) videos with any of the picture qualities. VIDEO QUALITY VIDEO QUALITY Set the video quality.
- Page 63 Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset OFF: Deactivates the function. [ON]: Activates the function. AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA NOTE Switches recording media The switching time of the SD cards requires automatically from SLOT A to approximately 3 seconds. If there are many videos and SLOT B and vice versa after the data in the SD card, it might take up to a few minutes card in the selected slot is full.
- Page 64 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Y BASIC SETTINGS Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF: Deactivates the function. [ON]: Activates the function. NOTE [ DEMO MODE • The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is Introduces special features of connected, not with the battery pack.
- Page 65 UPDATE NOTE Updates and improves the system Information about obtaining system update will be made software. available on the JVC’s web site: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html YES: Performs this function. FACTORY PRESET [NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing Returns all the camcorder settings to their default values.
- Page 66 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset MEDIA SETTINGS Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. VIDEO SLOT SELECTION [SLOT A] / SLOT B Selects recording media for video. IMAGE SLOT SELECTION [SLOT A] / SLOT B Selects recording media for still image.
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Page 67: Further Information
If the solutions indicated in the malfunctions. chart do not solve the problem, consult your • The camcorder heats up when it is used for nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for a long time. instructions. • The battery heats up during charging. - Page 68 Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action • The recorded subject is Set the backlight compensation to [OFF] if it is being used. • too bright. Set the brightness to the [–] side. • Vertical lines appear on Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated by bright light.
- Page 69 Trouble Action • The date/time does not Set [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] to [DISPLAY ALL]. appear. • Sound or video are Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. interrupted. • Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on the index screen.
- Page 70 Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action • The camcorder operates If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes slowly when switching time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase between video mode the files from the camcorder.
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Page 71: Warning Indications
Consult your SET DATE/TIME! nearest JVC dealer. • COMMUNICATING ERROR Be sure to use JVC battery packs. • CANNOT USE IN Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.) VIDEO MODE •... - Page 72 Warning Indications (Continued) Indication Action • Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot RECORDING FAILURE be used.) • Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals. • Insert the SD card before switching the power on. PLAYBACK FAILED • UNSUPPORTED SCENE! Use files recorded with the camcorder.
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Page 73: Cleaning
Indication Action • POWER IS OFF, OR USB Turn on the power of the connected USB device. • Connect the AC adapter to the BD/DVD burner. DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED • DVD-RW DISC HAS BEEN Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc. ALREADY USED •... -
Page 74: Specifications
Specifications Recording mode (video) Camcorder UXP: 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 24 Mbps (VBR) For general 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 17 Mbps Power supply (VBR) DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 12 Mbps DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) (VBR) Power consumption... - Page 75 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 specifications are subject to change Operating distance without notice.
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Page 76: Cautions
AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. • Be sure to follow the guidelines below For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. to prevent corruption or damage to your Plug Adapter recorded data. - Page 77 ... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C Changes or modifications not approved or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or by JVC could void the user’s authority to 32°F) temperatures. operate the equipment. This equipment has •...
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Page 78: Terms
FURTHER INFORMATION Terms AC Adapter ............18 Manual Recording ........... 27 Adjust Brightness ..........28 Menu Settings ..........61 Auto Finalize ............ 64 Monitor Backlight ..........63 AV Connection ........... 34, 52 Monitor Bright ..........63 Moving Files ............ 46 Backlight Compensation ........