MasterPage: Cover M6E3PAL.book Page 1 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM ENGLISH GETTING STARTED INSTRUCTIONS RECORDING 16 20 PLAYBACK 26 30 EDITING/PRINTING 36 DUBBING 47 MENU SETTINGS 50 FURTHER INFORMATION 56 HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG36E/EK GZ-MG21E/EK To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. (墌 pg. 51) 8 Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera.
M6E3PAL.book Page 2 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 2 EN Major Features The camera has a built-in high-capacity HDD (hard disk drive) that enables you to record videos and still images in massive quantities. ● To record videos (墌 pg. 16) ● To playback videos (墌 pg. 26) ● To record still images (墌 pg. 20) ● To playback still images (墌 pg. 30) Auto/Manual Recording Mode SD Memory Card You can also record onto SD cards. “When Using an SD Card” (墌 pg.
M6E3PAL.book Page 3 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera 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. (墌 pg. 47) 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.
M6E3PAL.book Page 4 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 4 EN Safety Precautions IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
M6E3PAL.book Page 5 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment [European Union] This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its endof-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the Attention: applicable collection point for This symbol is only the recycling of electrical and valid in the European electronic equipment for Union.
M6E3PAL.book Page 6 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 6 EN Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories .......................................................8 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ......................... 9 Attaching the Lens Cap .................................. 9 Attaching the Core Filter ................................ 9 Index ..............................................................10 Necessary Settings before Use .........................
M6E3PAL.book Page 7 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Video Playlists .........................................................42 Creating Playlists ......................................... 42 Playing Back Playlists .................................. 44 Other Operations of Playlists ....................... 44 Regarding This Manual Button operations ● Button operations are illustrated as shown below. ex.) Still image Print Setting ...................................................
M6E3PAL.book Page 8 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 8 EN Accessories AC Adapter AP-V14E Power Cord Battery Pack BN-VF707U Audio/Video Cable USB Cable (墌 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE) Shoulder Strap (墌 pg. 9) Lens Cap (墌 pg. 9) CD-ROM Remote Control Unit RM-V730UE (墌 pg. 33) Lithium Battery CR2025 (for remote control unit) Pre-installed in the remote control unit at time of shipment. Core Filter for Cables (墌 pg.
M6E3PAL.book Page 9 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 9 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust its length, and use the strap guide to fix it in place. Strap Guide Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad. GETTING STARTED Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet. Buckle Eyelet Attaching the Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration. Place here during recording.
M6E3PAL.book Page 10 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Index 10 EN 20 17 18 19 13 23 21 24 22 How to open the LCD monitor* Push and open the LCD monitor fully. A 25 26 The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. Power-linked operation When the power switch is set to , you can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor. *Depending on the model, the screen size/aspect varies.
M6E3PAL.book Page 11 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN a Power Switch [OFF, , ] (墌 pg. 12) b Lock Button (墌 pg. 12) c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (墌 pg. 18) Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (墌 pg. 26) d Light Button [LIGHT] (墌 pg. 18)/Information Button [INFO] (墌 pg. 37) e Mode Switch [MODE] (墌 pg. 16, 20, 26, 30) f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO] Indicators Q Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE] (墌 pg. 12) R Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Lights up or blinks when you access files.
M6E3PAL.book Page 12 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 12 EN Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to configure the following three settings before use. Charge the battery pack by connecting to the AC adapter. Open the cover. Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery Pack) 1 3 DC Connector Set the power switch to OFF. Slide while pressing down the lock button. Power off To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) Playback Recording Lock button 2 Attach the battery pack.
M6E3PAL.book Page 13 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Date/Time Setting The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 52) 1 2 Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10) Set the power switch to or . Slide while pressing down the lock button. Power off Playback The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image file and it can be checked by pressing INFO. (墌 pg. 26, 30) In addition, you can find the desired file from the date index screen. (墌 pg.
M6E3PAL.book Page 14 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 14 EN Other Settings Check which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 12. Data Battery System You can check the remaining battery power and the recordable time. Grip Adjustment Open the pad and make grip adjustments. When the battery is attached 1 Set the power switch to OFF. Slide while pressing down the lock button.
M6E3PAL.book Page 15 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN When Using an SD Card Change the recording medium Preparation: ● Set the power switch to 1 or . DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING NOTE: DATE/DISPLAY REGISTER EVENT For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check the compatibility of recording media” (墌 pg. 3). QUALITY 2 Select [REC MEDIA SETTING]. Select Insert an SD card COPY/MOVE 0 Set Insert and remove the SD card only while the power is turned off.
M6E3PAL.book Page 16 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 16 EN Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10) 1 Set the power switch to . Slide while pressing down the lock button. 2 Power off : Video mode ● The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. To change the recording medium, see page 15. Recording Lock button Zoom Lever 3 Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording.
M6E3PAL.book Page 17 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN ● By default, the camera is set to record videos in 4:3 size. To record videos in 16:9 size, see “Changing the Screen Size” (墌 pg. 18). ● If the camera is not operated during recording or playback for 5 minutes when using the battery pack, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again, set the power switch to OFF, then to or .
M6E3PAL.book Page 18 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Video Recording (Continued) 18 EN Zooming ATTENTION: While recording Zoom in Zoom out 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 mode if playing back on a 4:3 screen TV. NOTES: W: Wide angle T: Telephoto ● You can zoom in up to 32x by using the optical zoom.
M6E3PAL.book Page 19 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Deleting a File The file most recently recorded will be deleted. Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media Preparation: ● Set the power switch to ● Set the MODE switch to After the recording is finished 1 DELETE? EXECUTE 19 . . Example: When checking the HDD space MAX RECORDING TIME 37 2 Select [EXECUTE].
M6E3PAL.book Page 20 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 20 EN Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10) 1 Set the power switch to Slide while pressing down the lock button. . 2 Set the MODE switch to . : Video mode : Still image mode Power off Playback ● The camera is programmed to record still images on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. To change the recording medium, see page 15.
M6E3PAL.book Page 21 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Zooming LED Light While recording Zoom in Zoom out If you select to use this function, the LED light turns on to improve visibility during shooting. Preparation: ● Set the power switch to ● Set the MODE switch to W: Wide angle . . Each time you press the button, setting changes. Continuous Shooting The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions.
M6E3PAL.book Page 22 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Manual Recording 22 EN About manual recording mode This mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness manually. You need to switch to this mode because auto recording mode, which adjusts these settings automatically, is selected by default. To change to manual recording mode Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch.
M6E3PAL.book Page 23 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 23 MSET Menu AE (Manual Exposure) Adjusts the brightness. Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) For video recording [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically. –6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1. Use / to set the value. For still image recording [±0]: The brightness is not adjusted. –2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1/3EV. Use / to set the value.
M6E3PAL.book Page 24 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 24 EN Manual Recording (Continued) MSET Menu (Continued) Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) S.SP (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. [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. 1/2 to 1/4000 (For video recording) / 1/2 to 1/500 (For still image recording): The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed.
M6E3PAL.book Page 25 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Spot Exposure Control The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording with little light in dim locations. Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation. You can select one of the three metering areas. After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 22) After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 22) 16:9 1 16:9 Press twice.
M6E3PAL.book Page 26 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Video Playback 26 EN 1 Set the power switch to . Slide while pressing down the lock button. Power off 2 Set the MODE switch to . : Video mode : Still image mode Playback Recording VIDEO 53/53 Lock button Index screen for videos Zoom Lever/Speaker Volume Control LIGHT/INFO ● To change the medium to be played back, see page 15. 3 Press / / / to select the desired file, then press 49. Select Set ● To pause playback, press 49 again.
M6E3PAL.book Page 27 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Various Operations during Playback To resume normal playback, press 49. Still playback (Pause) 27 Slow motion playback While playback is paused Press and hold. Backward Forward Playback zoom Search playback You can magnify the playback image up to 5x. While playback is paused Backward ● Pressing / repeatedly increases the search speed.
M6E3PAL.book Page 28 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 28 EN Video Playback (Continued) Date Index Screen File Search Function One-touch operation enables you to switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen for the convenient file search. To change the display You can search the desired file by the recording date. After displaying the date index screen in “To change the display” (墌 pg. 28) 1 On the index screen Select the recording date. SEARCH DATE Each press switches the screen.
M6E3PAL.book Page 29 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Event Screen You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (墌 pg. 17) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. After displaying the event screen in “To change the display” (墌 pg. 28) 1 Select the event. SEARCH EVENT 29 To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder If data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder.
M6E3PAL.book Page 30 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Still Image Playback 30 EN 1 Set the power switch to 2 . Slide while pressing down the lock button. Set the MODE switch to . : Video mode Power off : Still image mode Playback Recording Lock button LIGHT/INFO IMAGE 53/53 Index screen for still image Zoom Lever ● To change the medium to be played back, see page 15. 3 Press / / / to select the desired file, then press 49. Select Set ● Press / to display the previous/ next file.
M6E3PAL.book Page 31 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Slide Show 31 Playback Zoom You can playback all the images stored in the recording media automatically. You can magnify the playback image up to 5x. During playback During playback To end the slide show Press 49 again. Full view of the image The mark indicates the centre point of the magnified area. ● Press / / / to move to the magnified area you want to view. ● To zoom out, slide the zoom lever towards W.
M6E3PAL.book Page 32 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Watching Images on TV/Remote Control 32 EN Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder Make sure all units are turned off before connecting. Open the cover. Connect the cable so that the colours of the terminals and connectors match. (White: audio left, red: audio right, yellow: video) AV Connector S Connector AV Cable (provided) AV Input Terminal for TV, VCR, or DVD Recorder S-video Cable (optional) Enables playback of even higher quality.
M6E3PAL.book Page 33 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Playback Using the Remote Control 33 Buttons and Functions A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area Remote Sensor NOTE: The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. To Reinsert the Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).
M6E3PAL.book Page 34 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Playback with Special Effects 34 EN You can add the following two types of special effects before playback. Wipe or fader effects Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images. Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch. 1 DATE/DISPLAY CHANGE EVENT REG.
M6E3PAL.book Page 35 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 35 [WIPE/FADER] Details FADER-WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER-BLACK Fade in or out with a black screen. FADER-B.W Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from colour to black and white. WIPE:CORNER Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.
M6E3PAL.book Page 36 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Managing Files 36 EN You can directly manage recorded files in the camera. CAUTION: 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. (墌 pg.
M6E3PAL.book Page 37 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 4 Deleting on Menu Screen Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch. Select [EXECUTE]. If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3, select [EXECUTE AND QUIT]. Select Set 1 WIPE/FADER EFFECT PROTECT DELETE BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DATE/DISPLAY 2 37 NOTES: ● Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete them, release the protection first. (墌 pg.
M6E3PAL.book Page 38 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 38 EN Managing Files (Continued) Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch. 4 Select [EXECUTE]. If [FILE SELECT] was selected in step 3, select [QUIT]. Select Set 1 PLAYLIST WIPE/FADER EFFECT PROTECT DELETE BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING 2 Select [PROTECT]. Select CANCEL ALL Set Select the protected file in step 3.
M6E3PAL.book Page 39 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Formatting a Recording Medium You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk (HDD) or SD cards. You have to format newlypurchased SD cards with this camera before using them. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be erased by the formatting process. Preparation: ● Set the power switch to 1 or .
M6E3PAL.book Page 40 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 40 EN Managing Files (Continued) Cleaning Up a Recording Medium Resetting the File Number Writing speed of recording media tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. To regain the speed, execute cleanup periodically. The cleanup function is equivalent to a PC’s “Defragmentation” function. By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder.
M6E3PAL.book Page 41 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 5 Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording Preparation: ● Set the power switch to ● Set the MODE switch to 41 EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS SAVE OPERATION CONTENT? SAVE AND QUIT DELETE AND QUIT CANCEL . . 1 6 Select [SAVE AND QUIT]. Select BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DATE/DISPLAY Set CHANGE EVENT REG. PLAYLIST WIPE/FADER EFFECT Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].
M6E3PAL.book Page 42 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Playlists 42 EN What is a Playlist? It is a list that enables you to organise recorded videos in order of preference. After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 42) To display the playlist screen Preparation: ● Set the power switch to ● Set the MODE switch to 1 Creating Playlists 3 . . Select [NEW LIST]. Select Set REC MEDIA SETTING NEW LIST IMPORT FROM EVENT IMPORT FROM DATE DATE/DISPLAY ALL SCENES CHANGE EVENT REG.
M6E3PAL.book Page 43 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 6 Displaying Files Select the insertion point. Select EDIT TOTAL 30h15m Set DVD1 ● To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6. 7 43 QUIT PLAYLIST SAVE EDITED CONTENTS? SAVE AND QUIT Details on how files are displayed in step 4 are described below. When selecting [IMPORT FROM EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE] All the files recorded on the same date are displayed as a single file. Originally, these files cannot be registered separately.
M6E3PAL.book Page 44 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 44 EN Playlists (Continued) Playing Back Playlists Other Operations of Playlists After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 42) 3 Select [PLAYLIST CONTENTS]. Select Set 4 You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. Preparation: Perform “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 42). PLAYLIST CONTENTS Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist ALL SCENES 01 10. 11. 06 11:30 02 15. 11. 06 23:00 03 25. 11.
M6E3PAL.book Page 45 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Print Setting EN 3 DPOF Print Setting Select [SELECT IMAGES]. DPOF TOTAL: 0 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Number of prints Select the desired file. Select 1 2 00 Set 4 . . 7/59 Select 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.
M6E3PAL.book Page 46 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 46 EN Print Setting (Continued) Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer 6 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. (墌 pg. 45) . . 7 1 / / to select menus and to select settings. ● [NUMBER OF PRINTS]: The number of prints can be set from 1 to 99. ● [DATE]: Set whether to print the date and time.
M6E3PAL.book Page 47 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs EN 47 Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing Preparation: Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder. (墌 pg. 32) 1 2 3 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Start playback on the camera. ● To playback videos (墌 pg. 26) ● To playback playlists (墌 pg. 44) At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder. (Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s instruction manual.
M6E3PAL.book Page 48 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 48 EN Copying/Moving Still Image Files Check which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls on this section” on page 42. 3 Select the desired menu. Select You can copy or move still image files between the HDD and SD card using the on-screen display. Set ● [COPY]: Files are copied to the destination medium while leaving original files in the source medium.
M6E3PAL.book Page 49 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 6 49 Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to copy/move. ● [FILE]: Select when you want to transfer the selected files. 1)Press / / / to select the desired file, then press 49. • The mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. 2)Press MENU. ● [ALL]: Select when you want to transfer all files in the recording medium. 7 Select [EXECUTE]. Select Set ● File transfer starts. When [COPYING (MOVING) COMPLETED] appears, press 49.
M6E3PAL.book Page 50 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Changing the Menu Settings 50 EN You can change the menu settings to customize your camera. ● Some menus can be used for both operation modes (recording/playback) and file types (video/still image). Other menus can be used depending on the selected file type and operation mode. ● To see all the menus, scroll the screen. Preparation: (recording) or (playback) ● Select using the power switch. ● Select (video) or (still image) using the MODE switch.
M6E3PAL.book Page 51 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 51 Common Menus for All Modes Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) Menus 墌 Press 49 and then select sub menus. – PRESET Returns all the camera settings to their default values. EXECUTE: Performs this function. [CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset. – DEMO MODE Introduces special features of the camera at the following cases. OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function. ● When the menu screen is closed.
M6E3PAL.book Page 52 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) 52 EN Common Menus for All Modes (Continued) Menus REC MEDIA SETTING VIDEO MODE 墌 Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) Press 49 and then select sub menus. – [HDD] / SD 15 Enables you to set the recording medium for videos. IMAGE MODE [HDD] / SD 15 Enables you to set the recording medium for still images. FORMAT [HDD] / SD 39 Enables you to select the medium to format.
M6E3PAL.book Page 53 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Menus CLOCK ADJUST Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) DATE / TIME Enables you to set the time. DATE DISPLAY ORDER Enables you to set the date and time display format. DISPLAY 53 墌 13 DATE ORDER: year.month.day / month.day.year / [day.month.year] TIME: [24H] / 12H – OFF: Turns off the on-screen display. [ON]: Turns on the on-screen display.
M6E3PAL.book Page 54 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 54 EN Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Video Playback Menus Menus CHANGE EVENT REG. Enables you to change the event registration of recorded video files. PLAYLIST Enables you to perform operations related to playlists. WIPE/FADER These are special playback effects. They add effects to the beginning and end of playback. EFFECT These are special playback effects. They add effects that alter colour tones.
M6E3PAL.book Page 55 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 55 Still Image Recording Menus Menus QUALITY Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) – Enables you to set the picture quality for still images. SELF-TIMER [OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC This is the timer function. It starts recording when the set time elapses after the REC/SNAP button is pressed. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING This is the continuous shooting function. It records still images continuously while the REC/SNAP button is pressed.
M6E3PAL.book Page 56 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 56 EN Troubleshooting The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. ● To solve the problem, first follow the instructions below. ● If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. (墌 right column) ● If the problem persists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. To reset the camera 1) Press RESET using a piece of wire or other pointed instrument.
M6E3PAL.book Page 57 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Trouble Action 57 墌 Displays The power/charge lamp ● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. on the camera does not To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places light during charging. with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C. ● When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light. Check the remaining battery power. – 14 [SET DATE/TIME!] appears.
M6E3PAL.book Page 58 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 58 EN Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action 墌 Recording (Continued) The LCD monitor indications blink. ● Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS, and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time. – Digital zoom does not work. ● Set [ZOOM] to [64X] or [800X]. ● Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode. 53 – The recorded image is white.
M6E3PAL.book Page 59 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Trouble Action 59 墌 Editing / Printing Files cannot be deleted. ● Remove protection from the files and delete them. 38 ● This is not a malfunction. When the image is This can be avoided by recording with DIS activated. printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen. 53 Other problems The SD card cannot be removed from the camera. ● Push the SD card in a few more times.
M6E3PAL.book Page 60 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 60 EN Warning Indications The following indications appear on the screen. Indication Meaning (Battery indicator) ● Displays the remaining battery power. 墌 – Remaining power level High Exhausted ● As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. – SET DATE/TIME! ● Appears when the date/time is not set.
M6E3PAL.book Page 61 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN Meaning 墌 NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW ● Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for file copy/move operation. – MEMORY CARD ERROR! REINSERT CARD OR CHANGE CARD. ● Appears when the camera does not recognise the loaded SD card. Remove the card once and insert it again or replace with another card. 15 FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE PROBLEM. FORMAT IS RECOMMENDED AFTER COPYING WANTED DATA.
M6E3PAL.book Page 62 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 62 EN Warning Indications (Continued) Meaning 墌 ● Performance of recording medium is poor. Use the Cleanup function [CLEAN UP] in the menu. ● The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the recording medium is corrupted. Use an SD card that is guaranteed to operate. ● The recording medium was subjected to vibrations or jolts. Be careful not to subject the recording medium to vibrations or jolts.
M6E3PAL.book Page 63 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM Cautions The supplied battery Terminals pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: ● To avoid hazards ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. ... do not modify or disassemble. ...
M6E3PAL.book Page 64 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 64 EN Cautions (Continued) Recording Medium (Continued) ● Do not strike or shake the hard disk. ● When the camera is repaired or inspected, data may be erased, and the hard disk may be formatted. Back up all data before requesting repair or inspection. ● Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. ● When formatting or erasing data using the camera, only the file administration information is changed.
M6E3PAL.book Page 65 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN ● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the centre hole. ● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray. ● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface. ● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment.
M6E3PAL.book Page 66 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 66 EN Specifications Camera For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.9 (4.1)* W * When using the LED light Dimensions (W x H x D) 68 mm x 69 mm x 109 mm Weight Approx. 340 g (without battery, lens cap and strap) Approx. 400 g (incl.
M6E3PAL.book Page 67 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN 67 Recording Time and Number of Images The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images. The number increases or decreases depending on the picture quality.
M6E3PAL.book Page 68 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM 68 EN Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only 17 16:9 11:30 10. 11. 2006 a Selected Operation Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 22) : Auto Mode : Manual Mode b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 53, 55) c Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 18, 21) d Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 18, 21) e Iris Lock Indicator (墌 pg. 23) f White Balance Indicator (墌 pg. 23) g Brightness Control Indicator (墌 pg.
M6E3PAL.book Page 69 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM EN During Video Playback 69 During Still Image Playback 10. 11. 2006 a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 26) b : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist. 墌 pg. 44) : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search. 墌 pg. 29) : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search. 墌 pg.
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MasterPage: Reference_Heading0_Right M6E3PAL.book Page 72 Monday, March 6, 2006 9:18 AM TERMS A AC Adapter ........................................................ 12 B Backlight Compensation ........................................ 25 Battery Pack ....................................................... 12 Brightness Control ............................................... 52 C Changing Event Registration .................................. 54 Changing the Menu Settings .................................
