JVC GZ-MG505AS, GZ-MG505AH, GZ-MG505AG, GZ-MG505AA manual Information

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Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera

 

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Please read the following instructions before using the camera.

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. ( pg. 49)

Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly

This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background noise and interference can prevent it from operating correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly, reset the camera. ( pg. 60)

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.

Check the compatibility of recording media

The SD cards that are guaranteed to work with this camera are those by Panasonic, TOSHIBA, pqi (still image only) and SanDisk. If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded.

For video recording, use a high-speed SD card (at least 10 MB/s).

MultiMediaCards are not supported.

Format recording medium before use

Before using this camera, format the built-in hard disk or SD cards. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. ( pg. 41)

Make sure you hold the camera correctly during recording

Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or other object while recording. ( pg. 10)

When a certain length of time passes without operation

When using the battery, the power will turn off automatically to conserve power. Use the power switch to turn on the power again.

When using the AC adapter, the access lamp lights up, and the LCD turns off (the camera enters the sleep mode).

If a problem occurs with the SD card, bring the card together with the camera for repairs

When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC service centre, be sure to bring your camera together with the SD card. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly.

Precautions on handling batteries

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be strictly followed.

If the camera is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it again.

This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will only operate with a JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/ VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced.

Please purchase a new one.

Since the AC adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

After 5 minutes has elapsed in record-standby mode, the camera will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camera.

INFORMATION

Video recording (with sound) that was made especially for demonstration at shops might be remaining on the hard disk of the camera that you have purchased.

To delete this video file, please refer to “Deleting Files on Menu Screen” ( pg. 38)/“Formatting a Recording Medium” ( pg. 41).

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Contents Dear Customer InstructionsYou can also record onto SD cards EN Major FeaturesAuto/Manual Recording Mode Direct PrintingInformation EN Safety Precautions Trademarks Contents Icons at the top of pages Regarding This ManualButton operations Regarding the control lever  pgEN Accessories Attaching the Shoulder StrapCD-ROM Attaching the Lens Cap Attaching the Core FilterAttaching/Detaching the Lens Hood LCD monitor can rotate How to open the LCD monitorPower-linked operation EN IndexOther Parts ConnectorsIndicators ControlsF2.0 EN Indications on LCD MonitorDuring Still Image Recording Only 169During Video Playback During Still Image Playback Using the Battery Pack Power Related PreparationsSelect the desired language Language SettingDate/Time Setting Select Clock AdjustWhen the battery is attached Set the power switch to OFF EN Other SettingsGrip Adjustment Data Battery SystemWhen Using an SD Card 7h10m EN Video RecordingSelect Register Event Registering Files to EventsSelect ON/SELECT Select the event that you want to register the file toConnect the microphone ZoomingChanging the Screen Size Zoom outAfter the recording is finished Displayed picture quality modeDeleting a File Select ExecutePhoto Still image modeEN Still Image Recording Fine 9999Fine Continuous ShootingFlash Set the Continuous Shooting to on or BRACKETING.  pgPress twice Manual RecordingManual Focus NightscopeFrame Backlight Compensation Spot Exposure ControlMenus Manual Setting in Mset MenuSelect the desired setting EN Manual RecordingEffect Shutter Speed To 1/4000 For video recordingTo 1/500* For still image recording Program AEIndex EN Video PlaybackSlow motion playback Still playback Pause Search playbackLocating the start point of the file or Skipping the file Frame-by-frame playbackDate Index Screen File Search FunctionSelect the recording date Select the desired fileTo Play Back Files in the Extmov Folder Deleting a Video FileSelect the event For details on operations, see EN Still Image PlaybackStill image To turn the date/time display on/offDeleting a Still Image File Slide ShowImage Rotation Playback ZoomPlayback on TV EN Watching Images on TV/Remote ControlConnecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder Turn on the camera and the TV Set the TV to its Video modeTo Reinsert the Battery Beam Effective AreaButtons and Functions Playback effects Select WIPE/FADER Video only orSelect a desired effect Wipe or fader effectsMenus Details Select Delete Controls in this section Mode Switch Power SwitchEN Managing Files Deleting Files on Menu ScreenViewing File Information Video FilesStill Image Files To release protection of all files Select ProtectIf File Select was selected in , select Quit To release protectionSelect HDD or SD Select REC Media SettingFormatting a Recording Medium Select FormatSelect the file type Video or Image Cleaning Up a Recording MediumResetting the File Number Select and set items as followsSelect Save and Quit Select Change Event REGSelect a new event to register the file to Select the file you want to registerCreating Playlists EN PlaylistsDisplaying Files When selecting Import from Event or Import from DateWhen selecting ALL Scenes Select the insertion pointOther Operations of Playlists Playing Back PlaylistsSelect the number of prints Print SettingDpof Print Setting Select DpofEN Print Setting Controls in this section Power Switch Preparation Set the power switch to OFFSupported discs DVD-R, DVD-RW To continue creating DVD discs, select Continue and press EN Dubbing Video Files to DVD DiscsFiles for dubbing Are displayedMenu for Disc Playback DVD Creation ListUsing a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder.  pgTo stop dubbing To stop the file transfer Set the file unit ALL or File to copy/moveSet the direction of copy/move. HDD SD or SD HDD 2Press MenuTo return to the previous screen Select the desired menu settingCommon Menus for All Modes Basic SettingPreset Demo ModeEN Changing the Menu Settings Video Recording Menus Video Playback Menus Image Size SELF-TIMERSelect Images / ALL1 / Check Settings Reset Quality Fine / StandardPower EN TroubleshootingDisplays RecordingSET DATE/TIME Playback Editing / Printing Other problemsEN Warning Indications OFF, Please Wait Camera Temperature is Memory Card ErrorPROBLEM. Format is Playlist will be Deleted Camera Temperature isCleaning the Camera Recording Medium Battery PacksTo prevent damage and prolong service life Temperature range specificationsNot EN CautionsLCD Monitor Main UnitSerious malfunctioning How to Handle a CD-ROMAC Adapter EN SpecificationsRemote Control CameraApproximate number of storable images for still image Recording Time and Number of ImagesLanguage Approximate recording time minutes for video40, 58 57, 59