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GUIDEBOOK MEMORY CAMERA GZ-MS130U LYT2019-002A-M Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this memory 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. (located on the bottom of the memory camera) and Serial No.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. CAUTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
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If this symbol is shown, it is only valid in the European Union. Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such...
CAUTION Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed. Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten.
Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder Power Button LCD monitor Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK SET DATE/TIME! • When the message disappears, press the...
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Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode S e lect recording mode PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button. Start recording Press the START/ STOP button to start recording, and press...
To view files on TV ( pg. 33) It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. CAUTION Don’t forget to make copies after recording! •...
You acknowledge that all copyrights and other intellectual property rights in the Program are owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is protected under the copyright law of Japan and other countries, and related Conventions.
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Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You must immediately destroy the...
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and is made to be used with the JVC battery and not with other batteries. JVC cannot guarantee safety or performance of this product when it is operated by other batteries.
Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories ... 13 Attaching the core filter ... 13 Preparing the Remote Control ... 13 Index ... 14 Indications on LCD Monitor ... 16 Necessary Settings before Use ... 18 Charging the Battery Pack ... 18 Date/Time Setting ... 19 Other Settings ...
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COPYING Copying Files ... 42 Copying/Moving Files ... 42 Creating a DVD using a PC ... 47 Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder ... 53 Using with a Portable Media Player ... 54 Turning on the Export Mode ... 54 Changing the Export Setting ...
The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") To be connected to the camcorder Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Index NOTE • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Be careful not to cover 4, 5, 7 and 8 during shooting.
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Camcorder Touch Sensor OK Button MENU Button Power (1) Button & SD Card Slot (Z pg. 21) EXPORT Button AV Connector UPLOAD Button (Z pg. 56) PLAY/REC Button (Z pg. 22, 23, 26, 27) Mode Switch [ DIRECT DVD Button (Z pg. 44) INFO Button (Z pg.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording 1/4000 JAN.01.2009 Selected Operation Mode Indicator (Z pg. 30) : Auto Mode : Manual Mode Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 32) Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z pg. 32) LED Light Indicator (Z pg. 24) & Scene Select Mode Indicator (Z pg.
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During Video Playback JAN.01.2009 Mode Indicator Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (Z pg. 41) Video Quality: (ULTRA FINE), (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) (Z pg. 58) Counter & Playback Mode : Playback : Pause : Forward Search : Reverse Search : Forward Slow-Motion : Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) Battery Indicator...
BN-VF823U To detach the battery pack NOTE AC Adapter • To AC Outlet You can also use the camcorder with just (110V to 240V) the AC adapter. • The actual recording time may shorten depending on the recording environment, such as when recording scenes with fast moving subject.
CLOCK SETTING AREA SETTING SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder. Selected area is highlighted AREA SETTING Principal city of the selected area Time difference to Select [ON] if daylight saving time is effective.
DATE DISPLAY STYLE MONITOR BRIGHT ON-SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE QUIT Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it to the tripod. NOTE Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.
FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. FORMAT SD CARD ERASE ALL DATA ON It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. BUILT-IN MEMORY SD CARD QUIT...
The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn off the camcorder and then on again. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. •...
• DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.
Recording Files Zooming Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Zoom out W: Wide angle You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or [T] on the LCD monitor (On-screen zoom control) Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset) mode...
To search a file by the event See page 29. NOTE Once you select a certain event to register a file, the setting will remain even if you turn off the camcorder. event to register the file to mode. VIDEO LIGHT...
Playing Back Files Video Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ or [ ] for over a second. To play back a few seconds from each select scene of the recorded videos Touch [ DIGEST Operations during Video Playback...
Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. To delete a still image Select To change the number of thumbnails (6 thumbnails/20 thumbnails) Move the zoom lever to [T] or [W].
Playing Back Files File Search Function Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Select the playback mode. Group Index Screen You can search the desired file by the group. The group is created automatically based on recording date and time. And the contents of the group are changed when adding/deleting or editing scenes.
Event Screen You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 25) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. Select . Select the [SEARCH EVENT].
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. Change to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Select [A/M] twice. To return to the auto recording mode Select [A/M] so that the appears.
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Menus SCENE SELECT Adjusts the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. NFOCUS Adjusts the focus. ADJUST BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness. SHUTTER SPEED A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.
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Manual Recording Menus Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. PHOTOMETRY AREA Enables you to adjust the brightness in the desired spot when backlight compensation does not work well. EFFECT Enables you to record videos or still images with...
Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. Connection with TV To connect using the AV connector. Preparation: Turn off all units.
Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation.
Deleting Selected Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 34) Select [FILE SELECT]. VIDEO DELETE CURRENT FILE SELECT DELETE ALL SELECT AND DELETE SCENE Select the desired file and select $. VIDEO DELETE • mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step.
Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-3 (Z pg. 36) Select [PROTECT ALL]. PROTECT/CANCEL CURRENT FILE SELECT PROTECT ALL CANCEL ALL PROTECT ALL SCENES Select [YES]. VIDEO PROTECT To quit the screen QUIT Select [QUIT]. To release protection of all files 1) In step 4, select [CANCEL ALL].
Managing Files Changing the Event Registration Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.]. Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 Select [CURRENT].
Trimming Files You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. VIDEO EDIT PLAYLIST DUBBING PLAYBACK...
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. Creating Playlists Playlists Touch MENU. Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. Select [NEW LIST].
Playing Back Playlists Touch MENU. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. VIDEO DELETE UPLOAD SETTINGS SEARCH PLAYBACK PLAYLIST PLAY BACK ORIGINAL VIDEO IN Select the playlist. PLAYBACK PLAYLIST 01 NOV.01.2009 04:55PM 02 NOV.01.2009 07:55PM 03 NOV.05.2009 10.40AM 04 NOV.20.2009 02:03PM 05 DEC.28.2009 11:15AM To stop playback Select To quit the screen...
You can dub video files recorded on this camcorder onto DVD discs. NOTE It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may take approx. 2 times longer than the time that is described in the instruction manual of DVD burner.
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After finalizing, the disc is a play-only disc, so no more files can be added. Connection with a DVD Burner Preparation: Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the DVD burner. COPY QUANTITY:0016 START COPY? Connector...
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Copying Files Backup All Files Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. • Slide the mode switch to select Select [CREATE FROM ALL]. Select the desired menu. • [ALL SCENES]: All files in the recording medium are copied.
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Selecting Files for Backup Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. • Slide the mode switch to select Select [SELECT AND CREATE]. CREATE DVD CREATE FROM ALL SELECT AND CREATE CREATE DUPLICATE PLAYBACK COPY PREFERRED VIDEOS Select the desired menu.
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To play back the created disc using the camcorder 1) Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. 2) Turn on the camcorder first, than turn on the DVD burner. 3) Select [PLAYBACK]. 4) Select the desired folder. 5) Select the creation date of the disc.
Creating a DVD using a PC You can copy the data from the camcorder and create a DVD using a PC. Installing the software to the PC System Requirements Windows Vista OS: Windows Vista ® Home Basic (SP1) Home Premium (SP1)
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EXPORT TO LIBRARY LIB. BACK UP SAVE RECORDED VIDEO/ STILL QUIT Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC. Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. Click [Start]. Backup starts. To disconnect the camcorder from the 1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove...
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Making User Lists to Arrange the Files You can make a user list of a certain subject (such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files related to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC. Double-click icon and open the calendar.
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Copying Files Copying Files to a DVD Preparation: Use a recordable DVD disc (It is recommended to use a DVD-R disc.) Select the user list and click [Create Disc]. Click [Select files individually] and click [Next]. To add all the files onto DVD discs, click [Select all files displayed], then go to step 4.
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Management information* for the media as a whole Management information* Video file Management information* for the video files Video file which management information is corrupted. Contains management information files of event and/or DVD creation information for the files taken with the camcorder. X = number...
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Customer Support Information 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.
(Input) Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Check that the images from the camcorder are input correctly to the VCR/DVD recorder. Connector Play back playlists on the camcorder.
Using with a Portable Media Player Turning on the Export Mode You can easily transfer videos recorded in export mode to iTunes the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. For details on transferring, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM.
Transferring the Files to PC Preparation: Install iTunes on a PC. ® http://www.apple.com/itunes/ Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY]. USB MENU CREATE DVD UPLOAD EXPORT TO LIBRARY LIB. BACK-UP EASY VIDEO REGISTRATION All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC.
Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode You can upload the file to video sharing websites (You Tube ) quickly after recording. For more information on YouTube YouTube website: http://www.youtube.com/ ™ Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select •...
For detalis on uploading files, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD- CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE REDEFINE AREA ROM. Connect the camcorder to the PC 0 : 12 : 05 0 : 08 : 05 QUIT with the USB cable.
See page 24. See page 25. [OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC NOTE • You can confirm the countdown on the camcorder screen. • It is recommended to attach the camcorder to a tripod and use this function to prevent the vibration after SNAPSHOT is pressed.
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• Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. OFF: Deactivates the function. AGC: Electrically brightens the scene in dark place. [AUTO]*: Automatically brightens the scene when it is dark.
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• The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is connected, not with the battery pack. • If an SD card is in the camcorder, demonstration will not take place even if this mode is set to [ON]. OFF: Deactivates the function.
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YES: Performs this function. [NO]: Cancels this function. NOTE Information about obtaining system update will be made available on the JVC’s web site. YES: Performs the function. NO: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset. Select [CONNECTION SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.
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This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the SD card. ERASE BUILT- IN MEM. When you dispose of the camcorder, perform this to make it difficult to recover data on the BUILT-IN MEMORY. (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 4:3 / [16:9] Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.
Fully charge the battery pack, run it down, and then recharge it again. • If the camcorder is used for long periods of time in high or low temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the amount of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.
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Set [WB] in [MANUAL SETTING] appropriately to the light source. • Select [MWB] in [WB] while holding a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen. Keep touching OK until the •...
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# Execute [FACTORY PRESET]. (Z p. 61) Action • If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase the files from the camcorder.
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting. •...
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NO FILES Action • Select [OK] to restore. • Use files recorded with the camcorder. (Files recorded with other device may not be played back.) • Switch off the [PROTECT/CANCEL] function in the MENU. • Delete files. Move files to a PC or other device.
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camcorder is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well before wiping. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.
Specifications Camcorder For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 1.8 W* * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (W x H x D) 54.5 mm x 65 mm x 112.5 mm...
Specifications Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Operating distance Within 5 m (16.4 ft) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32 F° to 104° F) Approximate recording time (for video) Recording medium 256 MB 512 MB...
Do not use, replace, or store the recording medium in locations that are exposed to strong static electricity or electrical noise. • Do not turn off the camcorder power or remove the battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback, or when otherwise accessing the recording medium.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.