Jvc Everio GZ-MG255U User Manual

ENHARD DISK CAMCORDERGZ-MG255UBGZ-MG130UBDear CustomerThank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information a

10 During both Video and Still Image RecordingWT0PM4:55JAN.20.2007A200XF5.61/250! Selected Operation Mode Indicator ( pg. 20)4 : Auto Mode3 : Manual

11ENGLISHDuring Video Playback9:55:01PM4:55JAN.20.2007X-60! Mode Indicator ( pg. 24)# 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a pl

12Be sure to confi gure the following three settings before use. Charging the Battery Pack1 Set the power/mode switch to OFF.Slide while pressing down

13ENGLISH8 To detach the battery packSlide and hold BATT. ( step 2), then remove the battery pack.8 To check the remaining battery powerSee page 14.N

14Other SettingsGrip AdjustmentOpen the pad and make grip adjustments. Lens CoverWhen not using the camera, close the lens cover to protect the lens.C

15ENGLISH When Using an SD CardIf you want to record to an SD card, the following three operations need to be performed.Compatible SD cards:Panasonic,

16Recording Files Video RecordingPreparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON. Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.PLAY/RECSELECT16:9 [

17ENGLISH Still Image RecordingPreparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON.Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select # (still image) mode.MODE OF

18Recording Files (Continued) ZoomingPreparation:• Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! or # mode.• Press the PLAY/REC button to select re

19ENGLISH Registering Files to Events – ! mode onlyIf you select an event to register the fi le to before starting recording, the fi le will be registe

2Safety PrecautionsCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO

20Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. You need to switch to this mode because auto recording mode,

21ENGLISH NightaliveThe shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2 to 1/250 seconds. It enables recording with low light levels in dim locations

22 Manual Setting in Function MenuYou can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the function menus.After performing “To Change t

23ENGLISHMenus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset SHUTTER SPEEDA fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter s

24Playing Back Files8 To return to the index screenPress INDEX.8 To watch on TVSee page 29.8 To turn the date display on/offChange the settings in [DA

25ENGLISH8 To return to the index screenPress INDEX.8 To watch on TVSee page 29.8 To turn the date display on/offChange the settings in [DATE/TIME]. (

26 Playing Back Files (Continued) File Search FunctionYou can switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen for the convenient fi l

27ENGLISH To Play Back Demonstration Files – ! mode onlyVideo fi les that are used for demonstration in a shop may be recorded on the camera you purcha

28Playing Back Files (Continued) Playback with Special Effects Wipe or fader effectsAdd effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects ca

29ENGLISHPreparation:• Make sure that [ANALOG INPUT] is set to [OFF]. (Factory-preset = [OFF]) ( pg. 49)• Turn off all units.NOTES• You can also

3ENGLISHIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do

30CAUTIONDo not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing fi les. Also, be sure to use

31ENGLISHDeleting/Protecting All FilesAfter performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 30)3 Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT ALL].SelectSetDELETE ALL?EXCEPT PROTECTE

32 Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording – ! mode onlyPreparation:• Slide the power/mode switch to

33ENGLISH5 FUNCTIONSELECTSETEVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDSDO YOU WANT TO SAVE?SAVE AND QUITCANCELDELETE AND QUIT6 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].SelectSet8 To ex

34It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference.Preparation:• Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! mode.

35ENGLISH6 Select the insertion point.SelectSetEDIT8/8TOTAL30h15mSELECTREGISTER• To add other fi les, repeat steps 5 and 6.• To delete a registered sc

36 Other Operations of PlaylistsYou can perform additional editing and delete fi les in a created playlist.Preparation:Perform steps 1-2. ( pg. 34)Add

37ENGLISH DPOF Print SettingThis camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number o

38 Print Setting – # mode only (Continued)Setting All Files Together (One Print for Each)After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 37)3 Select [ALL1].SelectS

39ENGLISHTo Print by Selecting a Still ImageAfter performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 38)3 Select [SELECTED PRINT].SelectSetPRINT THIS IMAGESET4 Select the

4Read This First!Make a backup of important recorded dataJVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important recor

40 Copying Files Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera (DVD Creation Function)Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW• Regarding DVD-R discs,

41ENGLISHCopying Only the Newly Taken Video FilesFiles that have never been copied to the DVD discs are automatically selected and copied.1 Set the p

42Copying Files (Continued)3 Select the desired disc number.• If you select [ALL], all discs in the list are created.• To preview scenes, move the se

43ENGLISH8 Title and chapter of created DVDEach recording date becomes one title in a created DVD and each scene recorded in a same day becomes one ch

44 Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the CameraPreparation:• Make sure that [ANALOG INPUT] is set to [OFF]. (Factory-preset = [OFF]) (墌 p

45ENGLISH• If the videos you want to record contain both 16:9 and 4:3 screen size, recording stops where the aspect ratio switches. To record such vid

46ex.) Set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF].1 MENUREC MEDIA FOR VIDEOSCENE COUNTERZOOMQUALITYDISVIDEOSELECTSET QUIT2 REC MEDIA FOR VIDEOSCENE COUNTERZOOMQUALITYDI

47ENGLISHMenus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset! VIDEO q DISCompensates for hand shake.OFF : Disables the function.[ON] : Activates the function.NOTES•

48Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset# IMAGE p GAIN UPMakes the subject appear bright automatically when you r

49ENGLISHMenus Settings: [ ] = Factory-presetY GENERAL # SELECT TV TYPEEnables you to select the TV type when watching fi les recorded on the camera on

5ENGLISHGETTING STARTEDAccessories ... 6How to Use the Everio Dock ... 6Attaching the

50Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-presetY GENERAL ( AUTO POWER OFFIf the camera is not operated for 5 minutes whil

51ENGLISHThe camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning

52Trouble Action墌DisplaysImages on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.• Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.• When the LCD monitor’

53ENGLISHTrouble ActionRecordingWhite balance setting cannot be activated.• Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) mode before settin

54Indication Meaning/Action (Battery indicator)• Displays the remaining battery power. –• As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indica

55ENGLISHIndication Meaning/Action墌RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD• The data may not be recorded on the recording medium correctly. Tr

56Pickup1/3.9 ″ (2,180,000 pixels) CCD1/6 ″ (680,000 pixels) CCDLensF 1.2 to 2.0, f = 3.8 mm to 38 mm, 10:1 power zoom lensF 2.0 to 4.7, f = 2.3 mm to

57ENGLISH Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)Recording mediumQualityHDDSD Card128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GBULTRA FINE 430 1 3 7 14

58 AC AdapterWhen using the AC adapter in areas other than the USAThe provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 11

59ENGLISH• Avoid using the unit... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove

6 AccessoriesEverio DockCU-VC3U ( below)AC AdapterAP-V14EPower Cord Battery PackBN-VF808UAudio/Video Cable USB Cable( pg. 38, 40 and PC OPERATION GU

Printed in Brazil0207FOH-AL-OTUB© 2007 Victor Company of Japan, LimitedTermsA AC Adapter ... 12, 58Adju

7ENGLISHAttaching the Shoulder StrapPeel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet.Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust it

8 IndexNOTES• The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor duri

9ENGLISHCamera! Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 26)/Remaining Space Button/Data Battery Button [ 0 / 1 ] ( pg. 14, 19)# Set Lever Move to ¡ :Reverse Skip