MasterPage: Cover M6E8PAL.book Page 1 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM ENGLISH 8 GETTING STARTED INSTRUCTIONS RECORDING 18 22 PLAYBACK 28 32 EDITING/PRINTING 38 DUBBING 49 MENU SETTINGS 54 FURTHER INFORMATION 60 HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG505E/EK To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. (墌 pg. 55) Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera.
M6E8PAL.book Page 2 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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. 18) ● To playback videos (墌 pg. 28) ● To record still images (墌 pg. 22) ● To playback still images (墌 pg. 32) Auto/Manual Recording Mode SD Memory Card You can also record onto SD cards. “When Using an SD Card” (墌 pg. 17) DVD Creation Function (墌 pg.
M6E8PAL.book Page 3 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 4 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 5 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 6 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 6 EN Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories .......................................................8 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..........................8 Attaching the Lens Cap ...................................9 Attaching the Core Filter .................................9 Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood ...............9 PLAYBACK Video Video Playback ............................................... 28 Index .......................................
M6E8PAL.book Page 7 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Video Playlists .........................................................44 Creating Playlists ..........................................44 Playing Back Playlists ...................................46 Other Operations of Playlists ........................46 Regarding This Manual Button operations ● Button operations are illustrated as shown below. ex.) Still image Print Setting ...................................................
M6E8PAL.book Page 8 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 8 EN Accessories OR AC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V17E Power Cord (for AP-V14E only) Battery Pack BN-VF707U Audio/Video Cable USB Cable (墌 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE) Shoulder Strap (墌 pg. 8) Lens Cap (墌 pg. 9) CD-ROM Remote Control Unit RM-V750U (墌 pg. 35) Lithium Battery CR2025 (for remote control unit) Pre-installed in the remote control unit at time of shipment. Lens Hood Already attached to the camera. (墌 pg.
M6E8PAL.book Page 9 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 9 Attaching the Lens Cap GETTING STARTED To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration. Place here during recording. Attaching the Core Filter Attach the core filter to the DC cord. The core filter reduces interference. Attachment position (墌 right) AC Adapter DC Cord Core Filter Release the stopper. 3 cm Wind once.
M6E8PAL.book Page 10 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Index 10 EN 21 18 19 20 13 24 22 28 and open the LCD monitor fully. 31 30 29 A 17 32 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 11 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN a Power Switch [OFF, , ] (墌 pg. 14) b Lock Button (墌 pg. 14) c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (墌 pg. 20) Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (墌 pg. 28) d Flash Button [FLASH] (墌 pg. 23)/ Information Button [INFO] (墌 pg. 39) e Mode Switch [MODE] (墌 pg. 18, 22, 28, 32) f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO] (墌 pg. 24) g Menu Button [MENU] (墌 pg. 54) h Delete Button [ ] (墌 pg. 21) i Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP] (墌 pg.
M6E8PAL.book Page 12 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 12 EN Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only 16:9 [7h10m] F2.0 11:30 10.11.2006 a Selected Operation Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 24) : Auto Mode : Manual Mode b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 57, 59) c Approximate Zoom Ratio (墌 pg. 20, 23) d Zoom Indicator (墌 pg. 20, 23) e Iris Lock Indicator (墌 pg. 26) f Shutter Speed (墌 pg. 27) g Brightness Control Indicator (墌 pg.
M6E8PAL.book Page 13 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN During Still Image Playback 11:30 10.11.2006 2006 11:30 10.11.2006 2006 a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 28) b : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist. 墌 pg. 46) : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search. 墌 pg. 31) : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search. 墌 pg.
M6E8PAL.book Page 14 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 14 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 Playback Recording To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) Lock button 2 Attach the battery pack. AC Adapter (ex.
M6E8PAL.book Page 15 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Date/Time Setting The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 56) 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. 28, 32) In addition, you can find the desired file from the date index screen. (墌 pg.
M6E8PAL.book Page 16 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 16 EN Other Settings Check which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 14. 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 17 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN By default, the HDD is set as the recording medium. If you want to record to an SD card, the following three operations need to be performed. Change the recording medium Preparation: ● Set the power switch to 1 or . DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING NOTE: For details on compatible SD cards, see “Check the compatibility of recording media” (墌 pg. 3). DATE/DISPLAY REGISTER EVENT EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL 2 Select [REC MEDIA SETTING].
M6E8PAL.book Page 18 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 18 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 Set the MODE switch to : Video mode : Still image mode Playback ● 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 17.
M6E8PAL.book Page 19 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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. 20). ● If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on 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 .
M6E8PAL.book Page 20 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Video Recording (Continued) 20 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 size if playing back on a 4:3 screen TV. NOTES: W: Wide angle T: Telephoto ● You can zoom in up to 10x by using the optical zoom.
M6E8PAL.book Page 21 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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 21 . . Example: When checking the HDD space MAX RECORDING TIME 37 2 Select [EXECUTE].
M6E8PAL.book Page 22 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 22 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 17.
M6E8PAL.book Page 23 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Zooming Flash While recording Zoom in Zoom out You can use the flash for still image recording. The flash setting can be changed as required. Preparation: ● Set the power switch to ● Set the MODE switch to . . 60 W: Wide angle FINE Each time you press the button, setting changes. Continuous Shooting The flash fires automatically. You can record still images continuously.
M6E8PAL.book Page 24 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Manual Recording 24 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 25 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Spot Exposure Control Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With a simple operation, dark portions of the subject are brightened by increasing the exposure. After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24) 16:9 The 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 26 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 26 EN Manual Recording (Continued) Manual Setting in MSET Menu You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the MSET menus. After performing “To change to manual recording mode” (墌 pg. 24) 1 16:9 3 Select the desired setting. [0h56m] 0 AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AE WB A.PR S.SP AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AE WB A.PR S.SP 2 OFF P.AE 4 Select the desired menu. Select 0 Set AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AE WB A.PR S.
M6E8PAL.book Page 27 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Menus A.PR (Aperture-Priority) You can add a blurring effect to the background by setting the aperture value (Fnumber). 27 Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) [AUTO]: The aperture value is adjusted automatically. F1.8 to F8.0 (For video recording) / F1.9 to F5.6 (For still image recording): The lower the F-number (larger aperture value), the more blurred the background will become.
M6E8PAL.book Page 28 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Video Playback 28 EN 1 Set the power switch to 2 . Slide while pressing down the lock button. Power off Set the MODE switch to . : Video mode : Still image mode Playback VIDEO Recording 53/53 Lock button Index screen for videos Zoom Lever/Speaker Volume Control ● To change the medium to be played back, see page 17. 3 Press / / / to select the desired file, then press 49. Select Set ● To pause playback, press 49 again.
M6E8PAL.book Page 29 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Various Operations during Playback To resume normal playback, press 49. Still playback (Pause) 29 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 30 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 30 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. 30) 1 On the index screen Select the recording date. SEARCH DATE Each press switches the screen.
M6E8PAL.book Page 31 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Event Screen You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (墌 pg. 19) 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. 30) 1 Select the event. SEARCH EVENT 31 To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder If data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder.
M6E8PAL.book Page 32 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Still Image Playback 32 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 IMAGE 53/53 Index screen for still image Zoom Lever ● To change the medium to be played back, see page 17. 3 Press / / / to select the desired file, then press 49. Select Set ● Press / to display the previous/ next file.
M6E8PAL.book Page 33 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Slide Show 33 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 34 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Watching Images on TV/Remote Control 34 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 35 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Playback Using the Remote Control 35 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).
M6E8PAL.book Page 36 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Playback with Special Effects 36 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 37 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 37 [WIPE/FADER] Details 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 38 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Managing Files 38 EN You can directly manage recorded files in the camera. 2 Select [DELETE]. Select DELETE ALL 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 39 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Viewing File Information Histogram You can check file information such as the recording date. For still images, you can also check information on a histogram. Video Files 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. Histogram (墌 below) : MOV D0A. MOD : PRG 001 : 01. 01.
M6E8PAL.book Page 40 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 40 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 41 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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 .
M6E8PAL.book Page 42 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 42 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 43 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 5 Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording Preparation: ● Set the power switch to ● Set the MODE switch to 43 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.].
M6E8PAL.book Page 44 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Playlists 44 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. 44) 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 45 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 6 Displaying Files Select the insertion point. Select EDIT TOTAL 30h15m Set 45 DVD1 Details on how files are displayed in step 4 are described below. When selecting [IMPORT FROM EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE] QUIT PLAYLIST SAVE EDITED CONTENTS? SAVE AND QUIT DELETE AND QUIT All the files recorded on the same date are displayed as a single file. Originally, these files cannot be registered separately.
M6E8PAL.book Page 46 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 46 EN Playlists (Continued) Playing Back Playlists Other Operations of Playlists After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 44) 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. 44). PLAYLIST CONTENTS Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist ALL SCENES 01 10. 11. 06 11:30 02 15. 11. 06 23:00 03 25. 11.
M6E8PAL.book Page 47 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 48 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 48 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. 47) . . 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 49 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function) EN 49 Preparation: Set the power switch to OFF. 1 Connecting the camera to a DVD burner (CUVD10, sold separately) enables you to dub the video files in the camera to a DVD disc. Connect the camera to a DVD burner with the USB cable provided with the DVD burner. For details, see the DVD burner’s instruction manual. 2 3 Connect the AC adapter to the camera.
M6E8PAL.book Page 50 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 50 EN Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued) Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function) (Continued) 4 5 Select an item and display the DVD Creation List for the files to be dubbed. ● If you select [ALL DISCS], all discs in the list are created. ● To check individual files Use / to select the file number and press the INDEX button. A list of individual scenes appears. • To display the preview screen, select a file and press 49.
M6E8PAL.book Page 51 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN DVD Creation List Menu for Disc Playback Displaying Files for Dubbing Files for dubbing can be displayed in two ways shown below. Displaying file by recording date or playlist Multiple files are displayed as a single file. Recording date: 10. 10. 2006 11:00 DVD CREATION LIST DVD discs created with the camera can be played on compatible DVD players or other devices. ● An individual date or individual playlist becomes one title.
M6E8PAL.book Page 52 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 52 EN Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued) Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing Preparation: Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder. (墌 pg. 34) 1 2 3 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Start playback on the camera. ● To playback videos (墌 pg. 28) ● To playback playlists (墌 pg. 46) At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder. (Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s instruction manual.
M6E8PAL.book Page 53 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Copying/Moving Still Image Files Check which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 49. EN 4 53 Set the direction of copy/move. (HDD ] SD or SD ] HDD) You can copy or move still image files between the HDD and SD card using the on-screen display. Preparation: ● Set the power switch to or . ● Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD slot.
M6E8PAL.book Page 54 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Changing the Menu Settings 54 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 55 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 55 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 56 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) 56 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 17 Enables you to set the recording medium for videos. IMAGE MODE [HDD] / SD 17 Enables you to set the recording medium for still images. FORMAT [HDD] / SD 41 Enables you to select the medium to format.
M6E8PAL.book Page 57 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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 57 墌 15 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 58 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 58 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 59 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 59 Still Image Recording Menus Menus QUALITY Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) – Enables you to set the picture quality for still images. IMAGE SIZE Enables you to select the picture size for still images. [2560 x 1920] / 2048 x 1536 / 1600 x 1200 / 1280 x 960 / 640 x 480 NOTE: In 2560 x 1920 mode, the data is converted to fit the available pixels, which may cause the image to appear slightly grainy.
M6E8PAL.book Page 60 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 60 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 61 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Trouble Action 61 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. – 16 [SET DATE/TIME!] appears.
M6E8PAL.book Page 62 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 62 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 [40X] or [300X]. ● Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode. 57 – The recorded image is white.
M6E8PAL.book Page 63 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN Trouble Action 63 墌 Editing / Printing Files cannot be deleted. ● Remove protection from the files and delete them. 40 ● 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. 57 Other problems The SD card cannot be removed from the camera. ● Push the SD card in a few more times.
M6E8PAL.book Page 64 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 64 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 65 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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. 17 FILE SYSTEM MAY HAVE PROBLEM. FORMAT IS RECOMMENDED AFTER COPYING WANTED DATA.
M6E8PAL.book Page 66 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 66 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 67 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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. ...
M6E8PAL.book Page 68 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 68 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 69 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 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.
M6E8PAL.book Page 70 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM 70 EN Specifications Camera For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 5.3 W Dimensions (W x H x D) 74 mm x 73 mm x 125 mm Weight Approx. 450 g (without battery, lens cap and strap) Approx. 510 g (incl. battery, lens cap and strap) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C Operating humidity 35% to 80% Storage temperature –20°C to 50°C Pickup 1/4.
M6E8PAL.book Page 71 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM EN 71 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 conditions such as image size and/or picture quality.
MasterPage: Reference_Heading0_Right M6E8PAL.book Page 72 Wednesday, May 17, 2006 4:36 PM TERMS A AC Adapter ........................................................ 14 B Backlight Compensation ........................................ 25 Battery Pack ....................................................... 14 Bracket Shooting ............................................23, 59 Brightness Control ............................................... 56 C Changing Event Registration ............................