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GZ-MG21U
LYT1591-001C
EN
ENGLISH
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GETTING STARTED
8
RECORDING
16
DUBBING
56
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set "DEMO
MODE" to "OFF". (
pg. 51)
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.
FURTHER
INFORMATION
INSTRUCTIONS
PLAYBACK
26
EDITING/PRINTING
MENU SETTINGS
20
30
36
47
50
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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.
Video Event
Registration
(
pg. 17)
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.
Direct Printing
(
pg. 46)
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.
SD Memory Card
You can also record onto
SD cards.
"When Using an SD
Card" (
pg. 15)
To record videos ( pg. 16)
To playback videos ( pg. 26)
Auto/Manual Recording Mode
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. 22)
To record still images ( pg. 20)
To playback still images
(
pg. 30)
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Read This First! How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera
Please read the following instructions before
using the camera.
It is recommended to copy your important recorded
data to a DVD or other recording media for storage.
(
pg. 47)
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.
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.
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. 39)
Do not cover the area near the lens, stereo
microphone, or camera sensor with your finger or
other object while recording. (
pg. 10)
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).
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. 56)
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.
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.
Make a backup of important recorded data
Make a trial recording
Check the compatibility of recording
media
Format recording medium before use
Make sure you hold the camera correctly
during recording
When a certain length of time passes
without operation
Reset the camera if it does not operate
correctly
If a problem occurs with the SD card, bring
the card together with the camera for
repairs
Precautions on handling batteries
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. 36)/"Formatting a Recording
Medium" (
pg. 39).
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Safety Precautions
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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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.
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