ENGLISH EN GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG730 U Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this hard disk 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 camera) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the camera) below. Model No. Serial No.
Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 10.
JVC Software License Agreement JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC. The right to use the Program is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following. Should You not agree to the terms hereof, You may not install or use the Program.
This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. 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.
Read This First! How to Select an Item Using the Touch Sensor An example screen in English is used for the guidance below. L Selecting an item from the menu list (on the menu screen: p. 64) (e.g. during playback: p. 28) A MENU Q L Using on-screen buttons IMAGE QUALITY IMAGE SIZE GAIN BASIC SETTINGS B R Q Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. R Touch the OK button. NOTE 6 on the left side, touch the portion of the sensor next to the on-screen button.
JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (p. 44) 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. Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly This camera uses a microcomputer.
Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories .......................................... 10 Managing Files...................................... 33 How to Use the Everio Dock ........................ 10 Attaching the Shoulder Strap....................... 11 Preparing the Remote Control ..................... 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable... 11 Deleting/Protecting Files.............................. 33 Viewing File Information ..............................
File Backup on a Windows® PC ........... 51 System Requirements ................................. 51 Software Installation .................................... 52 Connecting the Camera to the PC............... 53 File Backup on the PC ................................. 54 File Backup on the PC without Using Software ..................................................... 55 Other Windows® PC Operations .......... 56 Playing Back Files on the PC ...................... 56 Creating a DVD-Video ..................
GETTING STARTED Accessories AC Adapter AP-V18U/14U Battery Pack BN-VF808U Audio/Video Cable USB Cable (p. 42, 44, 53 and 60) Shoulder Strap (p. 11) CD-ROM (p. 52) Remote Control Unit RM-V751U (p. 11) Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. NOTE Everio Dock CU-VC6U (see below) Core Filter (Large and small) (p. 11) Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet. Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust its length, and use the strap guide to fix it in place. Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad. ENGLISH Attaching the Shoulder Strap Buckle Strap Guide Eyelet Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. • Be careful not to cover 6, 7, 8 and : during shooting.
! # $ % & ( ) * + , - Touch Sensor (p. 6) OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] (p. 15) Menu Button [MENU] Power Button [POWER] (You can turn off the camera by pressing and holding this button.) Speaker Playback/Recording Mode Switching Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (p. 20) Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Blinks when you access files. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/ AC adapter while accessing files.) Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE] (Blinks when you charge the battery.) Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD] (p.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only [5h56m] 0:04:01 REC 1/4000 ±0 F5.6 HDD 200X APR. 8. 2008 12:13PM ! Selected Operation Mode Indicator 4 : Auto Mode 3 : Manual Mode # Effect Mode Indicator (p. 27) $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (p. 27) % F : White Balance Indicator (p. 27) H : Program AE Mode Indicator (p. 25) 4 : Color Mode Indicator (p. 64) & Zoom Indicator (p.
During Still Image Playback ENGLISH During Video Playback 9:55:01 101-0098 K F HDD HDD X5 5 APR. 8. 2008 12:13PM ! Mode Indicator # Effect Mode Indicator (p. 30) $ Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (p. 31) % 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (p. 39) ¨ª : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search.) (p. 29) ¨© : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search.) (p.
Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to configure the following three settings before use. Slide and hold BATT. (step 2), then remove the battery pack. L To check the remaining battery power Charging the Battery Pack 1 L To detach the battery pack See page 18. NOTES Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. • You can also use the camera with just the AC adapter. • Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter 2 Attach the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place.
1 2 Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds. 1 ENGLISH Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. 2 Touch the MENU button. 3 Select [BASIC SETTINGS]. SET DATE/TIME! YES NO IMAGE QUALITY IMAGE SIZE If you do not select within 10 seconds, the screen disappears. In such case, press the POWER button and turn the camera on again.
Other Settings NOTES Grip Adjustment • If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears, Open the pad and make grip adjustments. there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. • The recordable time display should only be used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units. Tripod Mounting Lens Cover When not using the camera, close the lens cover to protect the lens.
If you want to record to a microSD card, the following three operations need to be performed. • Operations are certified on the following microSD cards. Video recording: Class 4 or higher compatible microSDHC card (4 GB) Still image recording: Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP microSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or microSDHC card (4 GB) • If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded. • MultiMediaCards are not supported.
RECORDING Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. [5h56m] REC Approximate remaining time for recording appears. L To stop recording Press the START/STOP button again. L To view the video you just recorded Select A during pause. During the preview, you can delete the video by selecting *.
ENGLISH Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. 640 FINE [ The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused. L To view the image you just recorded Select A after shooting. During the preview, you can delete the image by selecting *.
Recording Files (Continued) Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Zoom out W: Wide angle # Flash Zooming Zoom in T: Telephoto Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select # mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [FLASH]. 3 Select the desired setting. Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset) The flash fires automatically.
If you select an event to register the file to before starting recording, the file will be registered to the selected event, thus making the file easy to find at playback. There are up to three different destinations within each event (for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3). Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. Aperture Priority Setting You can add a blurring effect to the background by setting the aperture value (F-number). Changing the 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. 1 Set the program AE dial to “A”. M F3.5 1 Set the program AE dial to “S”.
You can record videos or still images with optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. Set the program AE dial to the desired setting (5 to /). For details on each setting, see below. Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject by increasing the exposure. ENGLISH Program AE Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Set the program AE dial to “3”. 1 2 3 Touch the MENU button. Select [BACKLIGHT COMP.].
Manual Recording (Continued) Manual Setting in Function Menu 4 Select the desired setting. MANUAL SETTING You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the function menus. Preparation: Set the program AE dial to “3”. ADJUST BRIGHTNESS AUTO MANUAL FOCUS WB PHOTOMETRY AREA ADJUST BRIGHTNESS Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the touch sensor. 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [MANUAL SETTING]. 3 Select the desired menu.
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. B MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the WB Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. ENGLISH Menus light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject so that the white paper fills the screen. 2) Keep touching the OK button until the B indicator starts blinking then stops blinking.
Playing Back Files Video/Still Image Playback 3 Select the desired file. VIDEO PLAYBACK 1 Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) or # (still image) mode. L To watch on TV See page 32. 2 Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. L To check the file information Press the INFO button when playback is paused. (p. 34) L To adjust the sound volume of videos The index screen for videos appears.
You can switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen and search a file by the recording date or the event. Date Index Screen You can search the desired file by the recording date. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 Select ?. 2 Select the recording date. You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (p.
Playing Back Files (Continued) To Play Back MPG Files ! MPG files (demonstration files, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG files in the EXTMOV folder. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [PLAYBACK MPG FILE]. PLAYBACK MPG FILE COPY Playback with Special Effects Wipe or fader effects Add effects at the beginning and end of videos.
• O FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. • P FADER-BLACK: Fades in or out with a black screen. • Q FADER-B.W: Fades in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fades out in the opposite way. • R WIPE-CORNER: Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipes out in the opposite way. • S WIPE-WINDOW: Starts in the center of a black screen and wipes in toward the corners, or wipes out in the opposite way.
Watching Images on TV Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT]) (p. 65) • Turn off all units. AV Jack DC Jack AV Cable AV Input Jack To AC Outlet AC Adapter NOTES • You can also connect the cables using the Everio dock connectors. The S-Video cable (optional) enables even higher playback quality. (p. 10) When other devices such as a DVD burner are connected to the Everio dock, turn the power of these devices off.
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting/Protecting the Currently Displayed File ENGLISH 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. If the data on the recording medium becomes corrupted, format the recording medium. (p.
Managing Files (Continued) 6 Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when performing [DELETE]) or [YES] (when performing [PROTECT]). DELETE? EXECUTE AND QUIT QUIT RETURN Deleting/Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (p. 33) 3 4 Viewing File Information Preparation: • For ! mode: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen. • For # mode: Play back the still image. Alternatively, select the file on the index screen. Press the INFO button.
# Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording ! Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. ENGLISH Histogram A histogram is a graph indicating the image’s brightness. By checking the image and its histogram, you can see the exposure level pattern and the overall tone reproduction. Press the INFO button twice. DIRECT BACK UP INFO 1/250 s F3.5 ISO100 D 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].
Changing the Event of the Selected Files You can divide the selected video file into two, and make a copy of the desired section as a new video file. After performing steps 1-2 3 Select [FILE SELECT]. 4 Select the file you want to register. CHANGED(FROM HERE) QUIT • When you select a file, the color of the cursor changes. To select other files, move the cursor forward. You can only select the files in order. • If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen is displayed.
Select the file you want to copy. EDITED COPY COPY 1st SECTION COPY 2nd SECTION CANCEL ENGLISH 5 • [COPY 1st SECTION]: Copy the section before the division point. • [COPY 2nd SECTION]: Copy the section after the division point. When copying is finished, the copied file is added to the index screen. L To quit the screen Select [QUIT] and when [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. NOTE When playing back the copied file, the recording date of the original file is displayed.
! Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. 5 Select the file to add to playlist. SEP.01.2007 Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. SELECT Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. CHECK QUIT To preview scenes, select the file and select [CHECK]. When the index screen of individual scenes appears, select the file, then touch the OK button.
1 Press the TITLE button. Playing Back Playlists ENGLISH Creating Playlists including Titles You can easily create a playlist including a title. 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. DIRECT DVD DELETE PROTECT/CANCEL PLAYBACK PLAYLIST PLAYBACK MPG FILE TITLE 2 PLAY FILES IN PLAYLIST Select [NEXT]. 3 CREATE PLAYLIST INCLUDING TITLES Select the playlist you want to play back. PLAYBACK PLAYLIST SEP.01.2007 02:18PM SEP.08.2007 07:25PM OCT.22.
! Playlists (Continued) Deleting Playlist Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. 3 Select [DELETE]. Preparation: Perform steps 1-2. (p. 38) 4 Select a playlist you want to delete. To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE ALL]. Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist 3 Select [EDIT]. 4 Select the playlist you want to edit. 5 To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8 in “Creating Playlists”. (p.
# Print Setting This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camera. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or take the recording medium to a photo lab for printing. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to # mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [DPOF]. Select the number of prints. (max.
# Print Setting (Continued) To Print by Selecting a Still Image Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer After performing steps 1-2 (left column) If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera directly to the printer with the USB cable. DPOF setting can also be used. (p. 41) 3 Select [SELECTED PRINT]. DIRECT PRINT SELECTED PRINT DPOF PRINT Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. RETURN 4 Select the desired image.
ENGLISH To Print Using the DPOF Settings If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. (p. 41) After performing steps 1-2 (p. 42) 3 Select [DPOF PRINT]. 4 Select [PRINT]. DPOF PRINT CHECK SETTINGS PRINT RETURN L To stop printing after printing has already started 1) Select [STOP]. 2) When [QUIT PRINTING?] appears, select [YES]. L To confirm the DPOF setting In step 4, select [CHECK SETTINGS]. To return to the previous screen, select @.
COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device The Camera You can copy video/still images from HDD onto microSD card or from microSD card to HDD with this camera alone. (p. 50) DVD Burner (CU-VD3) You can copy video/still image files recorded on this camera onto DVD discs. (right column) VCR/DVD Recorder You can dub video files recorded on this camera onto DVD discs. (p.
The following screen illustrations are examples when backing up video files. 1 Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied Files that have never been copied to the DVD discs are automatically selected and copied. 1 2 Select [CREATE FROM ALL]. ENGLISH Making a Backup of All Files Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. (p. 44) • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Press the DIRECT DVD button.
Copying Files (Continued) Selecting Files for Backup 3 created. • To preview scenes, select [CHECK]. When the index screen of individual scenes appears, select the file, and touch the OK button. To return to previous screen, select @. • mark shows that the disc is created already. The following screen illustrations are examples when backing up video files. 1 Select [SELECT AND CREATE].
camera 1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner. (p. 44) 2) To view the disc on TV, connect the camera to TV. (p. 32) 3) Turn on the camera. 4) Select [PLAYBACK]. 5) Select the desired folder. 6) Select the creation date of the disc. 7) Select the desired file. To return to the previous screen, select @. L Disc number Disc number shows the number of DVD discs you can create.
Copying Files (Continued) Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the Camera Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT]. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT]) (p. 65) • Turn off all units. 1 2 Start playback on the camera. • To play back videos (p. 28) • To play back playlists (“When dubbing playlists using a VCR/ DVD recorder” : p. 39) 3 AV Jack Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder.
Preparation: • Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [I/O]. (p. 65) • Turn off all units. 1 2 Start playback on the VCR/DVD player. ENGLISH Using the Camera to Dub Files from a VCR/DVD Player Press the START/STOP button on the camera at the scene where you want to start recording. L To stop recording Press the START/STOP button again. AV Jack NOTES • If “COPY PROTECTED CONTENT” appears, the file is protected and cannot be recorded.
Copying Files (Continued) 5 Copying/Moving Files You can copy or move files in the HDD and microSD card using the on-screen display. Preparation: • Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. • Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. • Make sure that microSD card is inserted in the microSD slot. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium. 1 Touch the MENU button. 2 Select [COPY] or [MOVE].
PC OPERATION File Backup on a Windows® PC System Requirements OS: Either one of the following OS should be pre-installed (32-bit): • Windows®® XP Home Edition (SP2) (SP2) • Windows XP Professional Home Basic • Windows VistaTM • Windows VistaTM Home Premium CPU: • Intel® Pentium® 4, at least 1.6 GHz (at least 2.2 GHz recommended) ® M, at least 1.4 GHz • Intel®® Pentium • Intel CoreTM Duo, at least 1.5 GHz RAM: • [XP] At least 256 MB (For creating DVD Video by PowerCinema (p.
File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued) Preparation: Quit any other software you are using. Software Installation The following software is included in the CDROM that came with your camera. 1 • CyberLink DVD Solution Comprehensive application software that consists of the following three kinds of software. PowerCinema NE for Everio The main file managing software. You can perform various operations such as file backup, playback, and DVD authoring. After a moment, the [SETUP] screen appears.
Click [Yes]. The software installation starts. Connecting the Camera to the PC Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. ENGLISH 5 USB Jack 6 Click [Finish]. USB Cable L When installation is completed To AC Outlet The installed software is displayed in [All Programs]. USB Port NOTES The backup destination folder [MyWorks] for files is created on the hard disk drive that has the most free space.
File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued) L When you have finished operation Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camera, or turning off the power of the camera/PC. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camera and PC. 1) Confirm that the access lamp on the camera does not light or blink. (If the access lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.) 2) Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar.
Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_SD]. When the progress bar disappears, the process is complete. 5 Select the folder you want to back up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1. • SD_VIDEO: ENGLISH 3 Folder that contains video files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PRG001] one by one. • DCIM: Folder that contains still image files.
Other Windows® PC Operations Playing Back Files on the PC 5 Click the desired file. Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CDROM. (p. 52) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. (p. 53) 1 2 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. On the camera, select [PLAYBACK ON PC]. Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need to use it. PowerCinema starts automatically. 3 Click [Browse Videos] (for video playback) or [Browse Pictures] (for still image playback).
Preparation: • Install the software from the included CDROM. (p. 52) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. (p. 53) • Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied 1 1 On the camera, select [CREATE DVD]. ENGLISH Selecting Files for Backup Creating a DVD-Video Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need to use it. PowerCinema starts automatically. 2 On the PC, click the check box of the desired file.
Other Windows® PC Operations (Continued) 5 Click [OK]. For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials (p. 58) or CyberLink web site (p. 52). NOTES • You can use following discs: - DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs) - DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be formatted before recording. Formatting deletes all content recorded on the disc.) • DVD-RAM discs cannot be used. • You may not be able to play back the created disc depending on the performance of the device.
For more information on operations of the software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the User’s Guides. The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. 1 PowerCinema NE for Everio 1 2 2 Double-click the PowerCinema NE for Everio icon. Start PowerCinema NE for Everio. 3 Click [Tutorial]. 4 PowerProducer 3 NE ENGLISH Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 Getting More Use of the Software Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
File Backup on a Macintosh® You can back up camera files onto your computer. NOTES • Never disconnect the USB cable while the access lamp on the camera lights or blinks. • Do not turn off the camera when the USB System Requirements Hardware: Macintosh must be standard equipped with USB 2.0 port OS: Mac OS X (v10.3.9, v10.4.2 to v10.4.10) Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
Preparation: Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable. (p. 60) 1 2 3 4 5 • DCIM: Folder that contains still image files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one. ENGLISH File Backup on the Macintosh On the computer, create a folder to back up files into. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. On the camera, select [PLAYBACK ON PC]. NOTE Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_SD] icon.
Folder Structure and Extensions X = number Recording medium [DCIM] Contains the still image folders. [XXXJVCSO] [PIC_XXXX.JPG] [PIC_XXXX.JPG] Still image file [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] Contains the video file folders. [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] [MOVXXX.MOI] Management information* for the media as a whole Management information* Video file Management information* for the video files [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX] [EXTMOV] [MOV_XXXX.
Customer Support Information ENGLISH Contact us for Information on the Provided Software Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. JVC 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.
MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings 3 E.g.) Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. 1 Select the desired setting. For details on each menu, see below. Touch the MENU button. BASIC SETTINGS LANGUAGE OFF 2 ON DROP DETECTION Select the desired menu. REMOTE DEMO MODE PROTECT HDD FROM DATA DAMAGE BASIC SETTINGS LANGUAGE DROP DETECTION REMOTE L To return to the previous screen Select @. L To quit the screen DEMO MODE PROTECT HDD FROM DATA DAMAGE Select [QUIT].
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Makes the subject appear bright automatically when you record in dark places. However, the overall color tones appear grayish. 2 GAIN You can set the ISO setting to increase the sensitivity in dark conditions. OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function. ENGLISH Menus p GAIN UP [AUTO] / ISO50 / ISO100 / ISO200 / ISO400 / ISO1000 4:3: Records videos in 4:3 size. [16:9]: Records videos in 16:9 size. The 16:9 indicator lights up on the LCD monitor.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS & QUICK RESTART Enables the camera to start up quickly when you turn the power off and then on again within five minutes by closing and opening the LCD monitor. (“Power-linked operation” : p. 12) B MONITOR BRIGHT Enables you to set the brightness of the LCD monitor. C MONITOR BACKLIGHT Enables you to adjust the brightness of backlight on the monitor.
BASIC SETTINGS [ DEMO MODE Introduces special features of the camera at the following cases. • When the menu screen is closed. • When there is no operation for about 3 minutes during recording mode. \ OPERATION SOUND Turns the operation sound on/off. Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function. ENGLISH Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus NOTES • The demonstration only works when the DC cord is connected, not with the battery.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus BASIC SETTINGS 2 FORMAT HDD This will ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the hard disk drive. 1 CLEAN-UP HDD Writing speed to HDD tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. Execute cleanup periodically to regain the writing speed. Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. [FILE]: Initializes all files in the hard disk drive.
FURTHER INFORMATION Troubleshooting The following phenomena are not malfunctions. • The camera heats up when it is used for a long time. • The battery heats up during charging. • When playing back a video file, the image stops momentarily or the sound is interrupted at junctions between scenes. • To solve the problem, first follow the instructions below. • If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. ( below) • If the problem persists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Action • Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. • When the monitor backlight reaches the end of its service 66 – • The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. – • Change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE] to match 67 • Recording medium is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the microSD card. • Select the recording medium properly. • Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject 33 The LCD monitor becomes red or black for an instant.
Action Recording • Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone 27 • The continuous shooting speed will drop after repeated – • Select the recording medium properly. • To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or 66 32 • Replace the microSD card. (When the surface of the card is damaged, difficulty in reading the data occurs.) • Perform clean up or format the microSD card. 67 • The driving sound (hum) of the hard disk may have been – • The temperature of the camera is increasing.
Warning Indications Meaning/Action • Displays the remaining battery power. – Indication (Battery indicator) SET DATE/TIME! CHECK LENS COVER HDD ERROR! MEMORY CARD ERROR! VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS BROKEN. TO RECORD/PLAYBACK VIDEO, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED. RECOVER? High Exhausted • As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. – • Appears when the date/time is not set.
Meaning/Action • Confirm the operation procedure and try recording again. • Replace the microSD card. – – DROP DETECTION WORKED AND THE POWER IS TURNED OFF • To turn on the camera again, close the LCD monitor and – ENGLISH Indication RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD open it again. Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. L To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Specifications Camera L For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.7 W* * When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Dimensions (W x H x D) 119 mm x 69 mm x 68 mm (4-11/16" x 2-3/4" x 2-11/16") Weight Approx. 335 g (0.74 lbs) (incl. grip belt) Approx. 380 g (0.84 lbs) (incl.
ENGLISH AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output ,1A DC 11 V § 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) Dimensions (W x H x D) 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8") Weight Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) (incl. battery) Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Specifications (Continued) Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video) Recording medium HDD microSD Card 30 GB 4 GB ULTRA FINE 430 57 FINE 640 85 NORMAL 850 113 ECONOMY 2250 298 Quality Approximate number of storable images (for still image) Recording medium HDD microSD Card 30 GB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 3072 x 2304 / FINE 9220 75 155 310 625 1235 3072 x 2304 / STANDARD 9999 115 230 465 940 1850 2592 x 1944 / FINE 9999 110 220 445 900 1770 Image size
Cautions Recording Medium When using the AC adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Cautions (Continued) Main Unit • For safety, DO NOT ... open the camera’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... allow inflammables, water or metal objects to enter the unit. ... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. ... leave the battery pack attached when the camera is not in use. ... place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. ... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. ...
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Terms A AC Adapter ................................................. 16, 77 M Macintosh ......................................................... 60 Adjust Brightness .............................................. 26 Analog Input ...................................................... 65 Aperture Priority ................................................ 24 Auto Power Off .................................................. 67 Manual Recording ............................................. 24 Menu Settings ..
