ENGLISH GETTING STARTED INSTRUCTIONS RECORDING 8 18 22 28 32 38 49 54 60 HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG77U PLAYBACK EDITING/PRINTING DUBBING MENU SETTINGS FURTHER INFORMATION To deactivate the demonstration mode, set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF". ( pg. 55) Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this product. For Customer Use: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camera) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the camera) below. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. LYT1542-001C EN 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 ( pg. 18) To playback videos ( pg. 28) To record still images ( pg. 22) To playback still images ( pg. 32) Auto/Manual Recording Mode SD Memory Card You can also record onto SD cards. "When Using an SD Card" ( pg. 17) You can record without using any complicated operations in Auto recording mode. Manual recording mode, on the other hand, enables you to use special effects and make manual adjustments to record videos that are even more vivid. "To change to manual recording mode" ( pg. 24) DVD Creation Function ( pg. 49) You can connect the camera to a DVD burner (sold separately) with a USB mini A/B cable to save recorded files easily to a DVD disc. Video Event Registration ( pg. 19) You can register recorded videos to events according to their content. This enables you to search and select files by content (event). Editing Files on Your PC ( SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE) USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of video and still images to a computer. With the bundled image editing software, you can easily edit video and create your own DVDs. If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera directly to the printer with a USB cable. Direct Printing ( pg. 48) 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. ( pg. 49) EN 3 Reset the camera if it does not operate correctly This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors such as background noise and interference can prevent it from operating correctly. If the camera does not operate correctly, reset the camera. ( pg. 60) Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of important data, make a trial recording and play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly. If a problem occurs with the SD card, bring the card together with the camera for repairs When requesting repairs for breakdowns by your dealer or JVC service center, be sure to bring your camera together with the SD card. If one of them is not included, the cause cannot be diagnosed, and the repair cannot be made properly. Check the compatibility of recording media The SD cards that are guaranteed to work with this camera are those by Panasonic, TOSHIBA, pqi (still image only) and SanDisk. If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded. For video recording, use a high-speed SD card (at least 10 MB/s). MultiMediaCards are not supported. Precautions on handling batteries When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be strictly followed. If the camera is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it again. This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will only operate with a JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/ VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one. Since the AC adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas. After 5 minutes has elapsed in record-standby mode, the camera will automatically turn off its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camera. Format recording medium before use Before using this camera, format the built-in hard disk or SD cards. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. ( pg. 41) Make sure you hold the camera correctly during recording Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or other object while recording. ( pg. 10) When a certain length of time passes without operation When using the battery, the power will turn off automatically to conserve power. Use the power switch to turn on the power again. When using the AC adapter, the access lamp lights up, and the LCD turns off (the camera enters the sleep mode). INFORMATION Video recording (with sound) that was made especially for demonstration at shops might be remaining on the hard disk of the camera that you have purchased. To delete this video file, please refer to "Deleting Files" ( pg. 38)/"Formatting a Recording Medium" ( pg. 41). 4 EN Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION: WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NOTES: The rating plate and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The serial number plate is on the battery pack mount. The rating information and safety caution of the AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides. When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/ 16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.) Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. Caution on Replaceable lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camera and to the user. Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camera. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage. EN 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. 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. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Remember that this camera is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.) Trademarks Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. MascotCapsule is a registered trademark of HI CORPORATION in Japan. Copyright © 2001 HI CORPORATION. All rights reserved. Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders. 6 EN Contents GETTING STARTED PLAYBACK Video Accessories .......................................................8 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ......................... 9 Attaching the Lens Cap .................................. 9 Attaching the Core Filter ................................ 9 Video Playback ............................................... 28 Various Operations during Playback ........... 29 File Search Function .................................... 30 Date Index Screen ................................... 30 Event Screen ........................................... 31 To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder ..... 31 Deleting a Video File ................................... 31 Still image Index ..............................................................10 Indications on LCD Monitor ...............................12 Necessary Settings before Use .........................14 Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery Pack) ............................................................ 14 Language Setting ......................................... 15 Date/Time Setting ........................................ 15 Other Settings .................................................16 Grip Adjustment ........................................... 16 Tripod Mounting ........................................... 16 Data Battery System .................................... 16 When Using an SD Card .............................. 17 Still Image Playback ........................................ 32 File Search Function .................................... 32 Slide Show ................................................... 33 Image Rotation ............................................ 33 Playback Zoom ............................................ 33 Deleting a Still Image File ............................ 33 Video / Still image RECORDING Video Watching Images on TV/Remote Control .......... 34 Video Recording ..............................................18 Registering Files to Events .......................... 19 Zooming ....................................................... 20 Changing the Screen Size ........................... 20 Deleting a File .............................................. 21 Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media .......................................... 21 Still image Connecting t ...