JVC GZ-MG57AG/AH/AS 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” ( pg. 38)/“Formatting a Recording Medium” ( pg. 41).

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Contents Dear Customer GZ-MG57AG/AH/ASYou 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  pgCD-ROM EN AccessoriesRemote Control Unit Lithium Battery Core Filter  pg Audio/Video CableAttaching the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Core Filter LCD monitor can rotate How to open the LCD monitorPower-linked operation EN IndexOther Parts ConnectorsIndicators ControlsEN Indications on LCD Monitor During Still Image Recording Only169 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback  pg Effect Mode Indicator  pgSet the power switch to OFF Power Related PreparationsUsing the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack bySelect 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 EN Video Recording 7h10mLIGHT/INFO Select the event that you want to register the file to Registering Files to EventsSelect Register Event Select ON/SELECTZoom out ZoomingLED Light Changing the Screen SizeAfter the recording is finished Displayed picture quality modeDeleting a File Select ExecuteTo change the picture quality  pg Still image modeEN Still Image Recording Fine PhotoFine Zooming LED LightContinuous Shooting Set the Continuous Shooting to ON.  pgSelect the desired menu Manual Setting in Mset MenuSelect the desired setting EN Manual RecordingTo lock the exposure SettingsMset Menu Menus Manual ExposureEffect Shutter Speed To 1/4000 For video recordingTo 1/500 For still image recording Program AENightscope Spot Exposure Control Backlight CompensationFrame EN Video Playback Slow 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 select the file you want to play, then press To Play Back Files in the Extmov FolderDeleting a Video File Select the eventTo turn the date/time display on/off EN Still Image PlaybackStill image LIGHT/INFO Zoom LeverDeleting a Still Image File Slide ShowImage Rotation Playback ZoomEN Watching Images on TV/Remote Control Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD RecorderPlayback on TV Beam Effective Area To Reinsert the BatteryRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Buttons and FunctionsEN Playback with Special Effects Select WIPE/FADER Video only or EffectSelect a desired effect Menus Details Select the file to be deleted EN Managing FilesDeleting Files Deleting with the ButtonVideo Files Viewing File InformationDeleting on Menu Screen Select DeleteTo 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 FormatResetting the File Number Select and set items as followsSelect the file type Video or Image Select the file you want to register Select Save and QuitSelect Change Event REG Select a new event to register the file toCreating Playlists EN PlaylistsSelect Save and Quit Displaying Files When selecting Import from Event or Import from DateWhen selecting ALL Scenes Select the insertion pointOther Operations of Playlists Playing Back PlaylistsDpof Print Setting Select DpofSelect the number of prints EN Print Setting Supported discs DVD-R, DVD-RW Set the power switch to OFFControls in this section Power Switch Connect the camera to a DVD burnerTo 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 EN Changing the Menu SettingsSelect the desired menu setting Select video or still image using the Mode switchCommon Menus for All Modes Clean UP REC Media SettingVideo Mode Image ModeVideo Recording Menus Video Playback Menus Still Image Recording Menus Power 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 To avoid hazards Battery PacksTo prevent damage and prolong service life Recording MediumNot 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, 59Termsen