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Zooming

While recording
Zoom out	Zoom in

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto

●You can zoom in up to 10x by using the optical zoom.

●Zoom magnification over 10x is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 300x. Set [ZOOM] to [40X] or [300X]. ( pg. 57)

Optical zoom (up to 10x)

1

10

300

Digital zoom (up to 300x)

NOTES:

●Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W.

●When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the camera may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. ( pg. 57)

ATTENTION:

Videos which have been recorded in 16:9 mode may appear to be slightly vertically stretched on a 4:3 screen TV. Record videos in 4:3 size if playing back on a 4:3 screen TV.

NOTES:

●If the recording mode is set to ECONOMY, you cannot change the screen size.

●If you want to burn the recorded videos onto DVD discs, it is recommended not to mix 16:9 size videos and 4:3 size videos.

●If you record videos in 16:9 size, the image may appear to be slightly vertically stretched when playing back on TV with the 4:3 screen.

Recording with Higher Quality Sound

By using an external microphone (optional), you can record videos with high-quality sound.

Preparation:

● Set the power switch to . ● Set the MODE switch to .

1 Connect the microphone.

Front of the unit

Open the cover.

Changing the Screen Size
You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size.
By default, the camera is set to record videos at	2 Set the [EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL] to
the 4:3 size.	2 Set the [EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL] to
Preparation:	[ON]. ( pg. 57)
Preparation:

●Set the power switch to .

●Set the MODE switch to .

	16:9
		The external microphone input level is
		displayed.
	Each press switches the screen size.	Press the REC/SNAP button to start
	Each press switches the screen size.	recording.
	Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording.	recording.
	Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording.

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Contents GZ-MG505E/EK Dear CustomerEN Major Features Auto/Manual Recording ModeDirect Printing You can also record onto SD cardsInformation Brown to L Live or Red EN Safety PrecautionsImportant for owners in the U.K Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment European UnionBusiness users Other Countries outside the European Union TrademarksContents Icons at the top of pages Regarding This ManualButton operations CD-ROM EN AccessoriesAttaching the Shoulder Strap Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood Attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Core Filter How to open the LCD monitor Power-linked operationEN Index LCD monitor can rotateConnectors IndicatorsControls Other Parts169 EN Indications on LCD MonitorDuring Still Image Recording Only pg Effect Mode Indicator pg During Video Playback During Still Image PlaybackPower Related Preparations Using the Battery PackLanguage Setting Date/Time SettingSelect Clock Adjust Select the desired languageEN Other Settings Grip AdjustmentData Battery System When the battery is attached Set the power switch to OFFWhen Using an SD Card EN Video Recording 7h10mSelect Register Event Registering Files to EventsSelect ON/SELECT Zooming Changing the Screen SizeZoom out Connect the microphoneDisplayed picture quality mode Deleting a FileSelect Execute After the recording is finishedStill image mode EN Still Image RecordingFine 9999 PhotoContinuous Shooting FlashSet the Continuous Shooting to on or BRACKETING. pg FineManual Recording Manual FocusNightscope Press twiceBacklight Compensation Spot Exposure Control FrameManual Setting in Mset Menu Select the desired settingEN Manual Recording MenusShutter Speed To 1/4000 For video recording To 1/500* For still image recordingProgram AE EffectEN Video Playback IndexStill playback Pause Search playback Locating the start point of the file or Skipping the fileFrame-by-frame playback Slow motion playbackFile Search Function Date Index ScreenSelect the recording date Select the desired fileSelect the event To Play Back Files in the Extmov FolderDeleting a Video File EN Still Image Playback Still imageTo turn the date/time display on/off For details on operations, seeSlide Show Image RotationPlayback Zoom Deleting a Still Image FileEN Watching Images on TV/Remote Control Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD RecorderTurn on the camera and the TV Set the TV to its Video mode Playback on TVButtons and Functions To Reinsert the BatteryBeam Effective Area Select WIPE/FADER Video only or Effect Select a desired effectWipe or fader effects Playback effectsMenus Details EN Managing Files Deleting Files on Menu ScreenSelect Delete Select the desired menuStill Image Files Viewing File InformationVideo Files Select Protect If File Select was selected in , select QuitTo release protection To release protection of all filesSelect REC Media Setting Formatting a Recording MediumSelect Format Select HDD or SDCleaning Up a Recording Medium Resetting the File NumberSelect and set items as follows Select the file type Video or ImageSelect Change Event REG Select a new event to register the file toSelect the file you want to register Select Save and QuitEN Playlists Creating PlaylistsWhen selecting Import from Event or Import from Date When selecting ALL ScenesSelect the insertion point Displaying FilesPlaying Back Playlists Other Operations of PlaylistsPrint Setting Dpof Print SettingSelect Dpof Select the number of printsTo Print Using the Dpof Settings To Print by Selecting a Still ImageSelect Direct Print Connect the camera to the printer with the USB cableSupported discs DVD-R, DVD-RW Controls in this section Power Switch PreparationSet the power switch to OFF EN Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs Files for dubbingAre displayed To continue creating DVD discs, select Continue and pressDVD Creation List Menu for Disc PlaybackTo stop dubbing Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for DubbingConnect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder. pg Set the file unit ALL or File to copy/move Set the direction of copy/move. HDD SD or SD HDD2Press Menu To stop the file transferTo return to the previous screen Select the desired menu settingSelect video or still image using the Mode switch Basic Setting PresetDemo Mode Common Menus for All ModesEN Changing the Menu Settings Video Recording Menus Video Playback Menus SELF-TIMER Select Images / ALL1 / Check Settings ResetQuality Fine / Standard Image SizeEN Troubleshooting PowerSET DATE/TIME DisplaysRecording Playback Other problems Editing / PrintingEN Warning Indications Memory Card Error PROBLEM. Format isPlaylist will be Deleted Camera Temperature is OFF, Please Wait Camera Temperature isCleaning the Camera Battery Packs To prevent damage and prolong service lifeRecording Medium To avoid hazardsEN Cautions LCD MonitorMain Unit NotHow to Handle a CD-ROM Serious malfunctioningEN Specifications Remote ControlCamera AC AdapterApproximate number of storable images for still image Recording Time and Number of ImagesApproximate recording time minutes for video 57, 59 40, 58