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JVC UGZ-MG645 Manual Book

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GUIDEBOOK
HARD DISK CAMERA
GZ-MG645
U
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.
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 camcorder) and Serial No.
(located on the battery pack mount of the
camcorder) below.
Model No.
Serial No.
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  • Page 1 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the camcorder) below. Model No.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 3 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...
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Set The Date And Time

    Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder Power button LCD monitor Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your fi nger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK. • When the message disappears, press the...

  • Page 6: Start Recording

    Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Slide the mode switch to select Select recording mode The mode changes when you press the button. Start recording Press the START/STOP button to start recording, and press it again to stop.

  • Page 7: Playing Back

    Playing back Select playback mode The mode changes when you press the button. Select the desired fi le Select (Touch OK) To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search ( To view fi les on TV ( p. 31) CAUTION Do not forget to make copies after recording! •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories ...10 Using the Everio Dock ... 10 Preparing the Remote Control ... 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable ... 11 Index ...12 Indications on LCD Monitor ...14 Necessary Settings before Use ...16 Charging the Battery Pack ... 16 Date/Time Setting ...

  • Page 9: Read This First

    Make a backup of important recorded data 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. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of important data,...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    The DV cable (optional) enables even higher dubbing quality when dubbing fi les to a VCR/DVD recorder. ( p. 53) Be sure to use the JVC VC-VDV204U or VC-VDV206U DV cable. Operation using the DV cable is not guaranteed on all devices.

  • Page 11: Preparing The Remote Control

    Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable The core fi lter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end of the cable with the core fi lter to the camcorder. Release the stopper. To be connected to...

  • Page 12: Index

    Index NOTE • Be careful not to cover 1, 2, 3, and 4 during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
  • Page 13 Camcorder ! Power Button # HDMI Mini Connector ( $ DISPLAY Button ( p. 15) % Speaker & Zoom Lever ( p. 22) Speaker Volume Control ( SNAPSHOT Button ( p. 21) ) Touch Sensor * OK Button + MENU Button...

  • Page 14: Indications On Lcd Monitor

    Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator p. 28) @ : Auto Mode : Manual Mode # Effect Mode Indicator ( $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( % LED Light Indicator ( p.
  • Page 15 During Video Playback N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 ! Mode Indicator # Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) ( $ Quick Review Indicator ( % Video Quality: B (ULTRA FINE), C (FINE), D (NORMAL), E (ECONOMY) ( &...

  • Page 16: Necessary Settings Before Use

    (Provided) BN-VF815U BN-VF823U To detach the battery pack NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with just the AC adapter. • The actual recording time may shorten depending on the recording environment, such as when recording scenes with fast moving subject.

  • Page 17: Language Setting

    Select [CLOCK SETTING]. Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder. Selected area is highlighted Principal city of the selected area Time difference to Select [ON] if daylight saving time is effective. Set the date and time.

  • Page 18: Other Settings

    When carrying the camcorder, please be careful not to drop it. 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.

  • Page 19: Using A Microsd Card

    Using a microSD Card The camcorder is programmed to record on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. You can change the recording medium to microSD card. • Operations are confi rmed on the following microSD cards.

  • Page 20: Recording/Playback

    The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn off the camcorder and then turn on again. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. •...

  • Page 21: Still Image Recording

    • 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 PLAY/REC to select the recording mode.

  • Page 22: Zooming

    Recording Files Zooming Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the 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 [80X/DIGITAL] To change the maximum zoom ratio mode only) Change the settings in [ZOOM].

  • Page 23: Checking The Remaining Space On The Recording Media

    To cancel the event registration Select [CANCEL] in step 3. To search by event See page 27. NOTE Once you select a certain event to register a fi le, the setting will remain even if you turn off the camcorder.

  • Page 24: Playing Back Files

    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 the beginning of each video Touch [ Operations during Video Playback On-screen buttons...

  • Page 25: Still Image 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 [W].

  • Page 26: File Search Function

    Playing Back Files File Search Function Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Group Index Screen You can search the desired fi le 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.

  • Page 27: Playing Back Mpg Files

    Event Screen You can search the desired fi le by the event that you registered the fi le to when recording. p. 23) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. Select Select [SEARCH EVENT].

  • Page 28: Manual Recording

    Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. Changing to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. Select [A/M] twice. To return to the auto recording mode Select [A/M] so that the appears.
  • Page 29 Menus SCENE SELECT Adjusts the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. N FOCUS 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.
  • Page 30 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 fi lls the screen. 2) Keep touching OK until the appears.

  • Page 31: Using With Tv

    Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with high-defi nition or NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. Connection with TV You can output videos from the AV connector or the HDMI mini connector.

  • Page 32: Playback Operation

    Viewing Files on TV 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 33: Operating In Conjunction With Tv Via Hdmi

    HDMI cables. NOTE • Not all HDMI-control devices comply with the HDMI-CEC standard. The HDMI control function of the camcorder will not work when connected to these devices. • The camcorder is not guaranteed to operate with all HDMI-CEC-enabled devices.

  • Page 34: Editing

    Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning 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 corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation.
  • Page 35 Deleting Selected Files After performing steps 1-2 ( Select [FILE SELECT]. Select the desired fi le and select • mark appears on the fi le. To select other fi les, repeat this step. • To check the content of the fi le, select [CHECK].

  • Page 36: Protecting Files

    Managing Files Protecting Files Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [PROTECT/CANCEL]. Protecting the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 Select [CURRENT]. Select [YES]. You can select the previous or next fi le by selecting { or }.

  • Page 37: Viewing File Information

    Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-3 ( Select [PROTECT ALL]. Select [YES]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To release protection of all fi les 1) In step 4, select [CANCEL ALL]. 2) Select [YES]. Viewing File Information p. 36) Preparation: mode: Pause the playback.

  • Page 38: Changing The Event Registration

    Managing Files Changing the Event Registration Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the 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]. Select the fi le you want to register. You can select the previous or next fi...

  • Page 39: Trimming Files

    Trimming Files You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video fi le. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [TRIMMING]. Select the desired fi le. Select [SET] at the start point.

  • Page 40: Playlists

    Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Creating Playlists Touch MENU. Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. Select [NEW LIST]. Select an item and display fi les. •...

  • Page 41: Playing Back Playlists

    Creating Playlists Including Picture Titles You can easily create a playlist including a picture title. Press TITLE. Select the desired picture title. You can check the picture title in full-screen by selecting [CHECK]. Select the desired fi le. You can check the scene by selecting [CHECK].

  • Page 42: Other Operations Of Playlists

    Playlists (Continued) Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete fi les in a created playlist. Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist After performing steps 1-2 ( Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete fi les, follow the steps 5 to 8.

  • Page 43: Copying

    You can dub video recorded on this camcorder onto VCR/DVD recorder. 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.

  • Page 44: Using A Dvd Burner

    After fi nalizing, the disc is a play-only disc, so no more fi les can be added. Connection with a DVD Burner Preparation: Turn on the camcorder fi rst, then turn on the DVD burner. To AC Outlet NOTE •...
  • Page 45 Backup All Files Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. • Select mode. Select [CREATE FROM ALL]. Select the desired menu. • [ALL SCENES]: All fi les in the recording medium are copied. • [UNSAVED SCENES]: Files that have never been copied to a DVD disc are automatically selected and copied.
  • Page 46 Copying Files Selecting Files for Backup Preparation: • Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. • Select mode. Select [SELECT AND CREATE]. Select the desired menu. • [CREATE BY DATE]: Files are sorted according to the date on which they were recorded. Relevant fi...
  • Page 47 To play back the created disc using the camcorder 1) Connect the camcorder to the DVD burner. 2) Turn on the camcorder fi rst, then turn on the DVD burner. 3) Select [PLAYBACK]. 4) Select the desired folder. 5) Select the creation date of the disc.

  • Page 48: Creating A Dvd Using A Pc

    Copying Files 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 ® Windows Vista Home Basic (SP1) Home Premium (SP1)
  • Page 49 USB Cable Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Select [BACK UP]. Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC. Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. USB Connecter Click [Start]. Backup starts. To disconnect the camcorder from the...
  • Page 50 Copying Files 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 fi les related to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC. Double-click the icon and open the calendar.
  • Page 51 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 fi les individually] and click [Next]. To add all the fi les onto DVD discs, click [Select all fi...
  • Page 52 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 53: Dubbing Files To A Vcr/Dvd Recorder

    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. Play back playlists on the camcorder. 1) Touch MENU.

  • Page 54: Dubbing Files From A Vcr/Dvd Player

    VCR/DVD Player (Continued) Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Start playback on the VCR/DVD player. Press START/STOP on the camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording. AV Connector To stop recording Press START/STOP again.

  • Page 55: Using With A Portable Media Player

    Using with a Portable Media Player Turning on the Export Mode You can easily transfer videos recorded in export mode to iTunes ® . All the fi les with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. For details on transferring, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD- ROM.

  • Page 56: Transferring The Files To Pc

    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]. All the fi les with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC.

  • Page 57: Uploading Files To Websites

    Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode You can upload the fi le to video sharing websites (YouTube ) quickly after recording. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. Press UPLOAD twice. If you record a fi le with the upload mode set on, the recording stops automatically 10 minutes after the recording is started.

  • Page 58: Uploading Files

    To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. (Continued) Uploading Files For details on uploading fi les, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD- ROM. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [UPLOAD].

  • Page 59: Further Information

    You can confi rm 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. [RECORD ONE SHOT] : Records one still image at a time.
  • Page 60 Complete stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions. • Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. OFF : Deactivates the function. AGC : Electrically brightens the scene in dark place.
  • Page 61 The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is connected, not with the battery pack. • If a microSD card is in the camcorder, demonstration will not take place even if this mode is set to [ON]. OFF : Disables the function.
  • Page 62 To turn on the camcorder when the drop detection worked, close the LCD monitor and open it again. NOTE • The built-in hard disk of the camcorder may not be protected even if the setting is [ON]. • When recording/playback stops even if the camcorder is not dropped, set the setting to [OFF] or set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [SD].
  • Page 63 AUTO 2 : The video is output in 480i, 480p or 1080i. [480p] : The video is output in 480i or 480p. NOTE When the camcorder is in the recording mode, the HDMI mini connector outputs 480i or 480p regardless of the setting in the following cases: mode is selected.
  • Page 64 This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the microSD card. DELETE DATA ON HDD When you dispose of the camcorder, perform this to make it diffi cult to recover data on the HDD. (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 66 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 fi lls the screen. Keep touching OK until the •...
  • Page 67 Some functions cannot be used when playing back a backup DVD through a DVD burner connected to the camcorder. • Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction. • Select [PLAYBACK MPG FILE] then search the video on the index screen.
  • Page 68 # If this does not solve the problem, perform the disc check function from a PC after formatting. $ If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally ! Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it.

  • Page 69: Warning Indications

    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. • Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [HDD]. •...
  • Page 70 (Continued) Action • Select [OK] to restore. • Use fi les recorded with the camcorder. (Files recorded with other device may not be played back.) • Switch off the [PROTECT/CANCEL] function in the MENU. • Delete fi les. Move fi les to a PC or other device.

  • Page 71: Cleaning

    To clean the camcorder Wipe the camcorder gently with a soft cloth. If the camcorder is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well. After wiping with the wet cloth, wipe again with a dry cloth.

  • Page 72: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 2.3 W* * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (W x H x D) 53 mm x 68 mm x 113 mm (2-1/8"...
  • Page 73 Approximate recordable time (for video) Recording medium Quality ULTRA FINE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY Approximate number of images (for still image) The HDD can record up to 9999 still images in either mode. Recording medium Image size/Quality 832 x 624 / FINE 832 x 624 / STANDARD Required charging/recording time (approx.) Battery pack...

  • Page 74: Cautions

    LCD Monitor • To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO ... push it strongly or apply any shocks..place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the bottom. • To prolong service life ... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
  • Page 75 Changes or modifi cations not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 76: Jvc Software License Agreement

    1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP You acknowledge that all copyrights and other intellectual property rights in the Program are owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is protected under the copyright law of Japan and other countries, and related Conventions.
  • Page 77 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...
  • Page 78 MEMO...

  • Page 80: Terms

    Terms AC Adapter ...16, 74 Adjust Brightness ...29 Analog Input (Switch to Analog I/O) ...63 Auto Power Off ...61 AV Connection ...31, 53, 54 Backlight Compensation ...28 Battery Pack ...16, 74 CD-ROM ...10, 48 Clock Adjust ...16 Copying Files ...43 Date/Time Setting ...5 Date Display Style ...61 Daylight Saving Time ...16...

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