JVC GZ-MG230 User Manual

ENGLISHENHARD DISK CAMCORDERDear CustomerThank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precaution

10 AccessoriesAC AdapterAP-V18U/14UBattery PackBN-VF808UAudio/Video Cable USB Cable( pg. 40, 42, 51 and 58)CD-ROM( pg. 50)Core Filter( pg. 11)NOTEM

11ENGLISHAttaching the Core Filter to the USB CableAttach the core fi lter to the USB cable. The core fi lter reduces interference. Connect the end of t

12 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

13ENGLISHCamera! Touch Sensor ( pg. 6)# OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] ( pg. 15)$ Menu Button [MENU] % Power Switch [POWER](You can turn off the camera

14During both Video and Still Image RecordingJAN. 20. 2008 4:55PM1/250! Selected Operation Mode Indicator ( pg. 24)4 : Auto Mode3 : Manual Mode# Eff

15ENGLISHDuring Video PlaybackX-60 9:55:01JAN. 20. 2008 4:55PM! Mode Indicator ( pg. 27)# Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30)$ Wipe/Fader Effect Indica

16Be sure to confi gure the following three settings before use. Charging the Battery Pack1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.2Attach the ba

17ENGLISH Language SettingThe language on the display can be changed.1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.2Touch the MENU button.3Select [BASI

18Other SettingsGrip AdjustmentOpen the pad and make grip adjustments. Lens CoverWhen not using the camera, close the lens cover to protect the lens.O

19ENGLISH When Using a microSD CardIf you want to record to a microSD card, the following three operations need to be performed.• Operations are certi

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

20Recording Files Video RecordingPreparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.PL

21ENGLISH Still Image RecordingPreparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode.Press the

22Recording Files (Continued) ZoomingPreparation:• Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode.• Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recordin

23ENGLISH Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media!Preparation:• Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.• Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button

24Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. To Change to Manual Recording ModePreparation:• Slide the mo

25ENGLISHManual Setting in Function MenuYou can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the function menus.After performing “To Ch

26Manual Recording (Continued)Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset WBAdjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light

27ENGLISHPlaying Back FilesVideo/Still Image Playback1Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) or # (still image) mode.2Press the SELECT PLAY/REC but

28 Playing Back Files (Continued)File Search FunctionYou can switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen and search a fi le by t

29ENGLISHTo Play Back MPG Files!MPG fi les (demonstration fi les, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder.Follow the procedure below to play back the MPG

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

30Playing Back Files (Continued) Playback with Special Effects Wipe or fader effectsAdd effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects c

31ENGLISHPreparation:• Turn off all units.NOTEThis camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a tel

32CAUTIONDo 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

33ENGLISH Viewing File InformationPreparation:• For ! mode: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the fi le on the index screen.• For # mode: Pla

34 Managing Files (Continued)Changing the Event of the Selected FilesAfter performing steps 1-23Select [FILE SELECT].4Select the fi le you want to reg

35ENGLISH Partial Delete (EDITED COPY)!You can divide the selected video fi le into two, and make a copy of the desired section as a new video fi le.Pre

36It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference.Preparation:• Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.• Press the SE

37ENGLISHCreating Playlists including TitlesYou can easily create a playlist including a title.1Press the TITLE button.DIRECTDVDTITLE2Select [NEXT].NE

38Other Operations of PlaylistsYou can perform additional editing and delete fi les in a created playlist.Preparation:Perform steps 1-2. ( pg. 36)Addi

39ENGLISH DPOF Print SettingThis camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number o

4JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENTIMPORTANTTO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “D

40Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camer

41ENGLISHTo Print Using the DPOF SettingsIf the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. ( pg. 39)After performing steps 1-2 (

42 Copying FilesTypes of Copying and Connectable DeviceThe CameraYou can copy video/still images from HDD onto microSD card or from microSD card to H

43ENGLISHMaking a Backup of All FilesPreparation:• Connect the camera to the DVD burner. ( pg. 42)• Slide the mode switch to select ! mode.The follow

44Copying Files (Continued)Selecting Files for BackupPreparation:• Connect the camera to the DVD burner. ( pg. 42)• Slide the mode switch to select

45ENGLISHL To play back the created disc using the camera1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner. ( pg. 42)2) To view the disc on TV, connect the c

46Copying Files (Continued)L Title and chapter of created DVDEach recording date becomes one title in a created DVD and each fi le recorded in a same

47ENGLISH Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the CameraPreparation:• Turn off all units.1Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode.2Sta

48 Copying/Moving FilesYou can copy or move fi les in the HDD and microSD card using the on-screen display.Preparation:• Slide the mode switch to selec

49ENGLISHInstall the software that came with the camera to your PC.You can back up your fi les on your PC with a simple one-touch operation, edit your

5ENGLISH6 TERMThis Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect unti

50 File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued)Software InstallationThe following software is included in the CD-ROM that came with your camera.• CyberL

51ENGLISH5Click [Yes].The software installation starts.6Click [Finish].L When installation is completedThe installed software is displayed in [All Pro

521Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.2On the camera, press the DIRECT BACK UP button.Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need

53ENGLISH3Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_SD].When the progress bar disappears, the process is complete.File Backup on the PC without Using SoftwarePrep

54Playing Back Files on the PCPreparation:• Install the software from the provided CD-ROM. ( pg. 50)• Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable

55ENGLISHContinued on Next pageCreating a DVD-VideoPreparation:• Install the software from the included CD-ROM. ( pg. 50)• Connect the camera to the

565Click [OK].For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials ( pg. 57) or CyberLink web site ( pg. 50).NOTES• You ca

57ENGLISHGetting More Use of the SoftwareFor more information on operations of the software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the User’s

58You can back up camera fi les onto your computer.System RequirementsHardware:Macintosh must be standard equipped with USB 2.0 portOS:Mac OS X (v10.3.

59ENGLISH• DCIM:Folder that contains still image fi les. If you want to back up fi les individually, open this folder, and drag & drop fi les such as

6 Read This First!How to Select an Item Using the Touch SensorAn example screen in English is used for the guidance below.L Using on-screen buttons(e.

60[XXXJVCSO][XXXJVCSO][XXXJVCSO][DCIM][SD_VIDEO][EXTMOV][MISC][PRIVATE][MGR_INFO][PRGXXX][PRGXXX][PRGXXX][PRGXXX.PGI][MOVXXX.MOD][MOVXXX.MOI][MOV_XXX.

61ENGLISHContact us for Information on the Provided SoftwareUse of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.JVCWhen

62E.g.) Set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF].1Touch the MENU button.2Select the desired menu.BASIC SETTINGSDROP DETECTIONREMOTELANGUAGEPROTECT HDD FROM DATA

63ENGLISHMenus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset ! SELECT ASPECT RATIOEnable you to select the aspect ratio for videos.4:3 : Records videos in 4:3 size.[

64Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)MenusSettings: [ ] = Factory-presetBASIC SETTINGSSelect [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. & QUICK

65ENGLISHMenusSettings: [ ] = Factory-presetBASIC SETTINGSSelect [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. \ OPERATION SOUNDTurns the operation sound o

66Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)MenusSettings: [ ] = Factory-presetBASIC SETTINGSSelect [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. 1 CLEAN-UP H

67ENGLISHThe camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning

68Trouble ActionDisplaysImages on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish.• Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. 64–Colored bright spot

69ENGLISHTrouble ActionRecordingWhite balance setting cannot be activated.• Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) mode before settin

7ENGLISHMake a backup of important recorded dataJVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is recommended to copy your important recorded data

70Indication Meaning/Action (Battery indicator)• Displays the remaining battery power. –• As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indica

71ENGLISHIndication Meaning/ActionRECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD• Confi rm the operation procedure and try recording again.• Replace

72CameraL For generalPower supplyDC 11 V (Using AC adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)Power consumptionApprox. 2.7 W**When the monitor backlight is

73ENGLISHApproximate recording time (minutes) (for video)Recording mediumQualityHDD microSD Card30 GB 4 GBULTRA FINE 430 57FINE 640 85NORMAL 850 113E

74 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

75ENGLISHMain Unit• For safety, DO NOT... open the camera’s chassis... disassemble or modify the unit... allow infl ammables, water or metal objects

0608FOH-AL-OTUS© 2008 Victor Company of Japan, LimitedTermsA AC Adapter ... 16, 74Adjust Brightness .

8 ContentsGETTING STARTEDAccessories .... 10Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable ... 11Index ...

9ENGLISHPC OPERATIONFile Backup on a Windows® PC .... 49System Requirements ......... 49Software Installation ...