JVC EVERIO GZ-MG47E User Manual

MasterPage: CoverGZ-MG47E/EKLYT1617-016AENENGLISHHARD DISK CAMCORDERGETTING STARTED8RECORDING18DUBBING60To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEM

10 EN Index1319181720212224232526How to open the LCD monitorPush and open the LCD monitor fully.Power-linked operationWhen the power switch is set t

EN 11a 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 Light Bu

12 EN Indications on LCD Monitora Selected Operation Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 24): Auto Mode: Manual Modeb Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 57, 59)c Appr

EN 13a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 28)b : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist. 墌 pg. 46): Event Search Playback Indicator (App

14 ENControls in this sectionNecessary Settings before UseBe sure to configure the following three settings before use.Power Related Preparations(Usin

EN 15The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 56)The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image file and it can be check

16 EN Other SettingsCheck which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 14.Open the pad and make grip adjustments.You

EN 17By 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. Ins

18 EN Video RecordingPreparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10)To stop recordingPress the REC/SNAP button again.To change the picture quality (墌 pg

EN 19If you select an event to register the file to before starting recording, the file will be registered to the selected event, thus making the file

2 EN Major FeaturesThe camera has a built-in high-capacity HDD (hard disk drive) that enables you to record videos and still images in massive quantit

20 EN Video Recording (Continued)While recording● You can zoom in up to 15x by using the optical zoom.● Zoom magnification over 15x is done through di

EN 21The file most recently recorded will be deleted.After the recording is finishedPreparation:● Set the power switch to .● Set the MODE switch to

22 EN Still Image RecordingPreparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10)To change the picture quality (墌 pg. 59)NOTES:● Still images are recorded at 4

EN 23While recording● You can zoom up to 15x by using the optical zoom.● Digital zoom (墌 pg. 20) is not available.If the continuous shooting mode is s

24 ENControls in this sectionManual RecordingAbout manual recording modeThis mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness manually. You nee

EN 25MSET MenuMenusSettings ([ ] = Factory-preset)AE (Manual Exposure)Adjusts the brightness.For video recording[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted au

26 EN Manual Recording (Continued)MSET Menu (Continued)MenusSettings ([ ] = Factory-preset)S.SP(Shutter Speed)A fast shutter speed can freeze the mot

EN 27The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording with low light levels in dim locations.After performin

28 EN Video PlaybackTo return to the index screenPress INDEX when playback is paused.To adjust the speaker volumeDuring playback, slide the speaker vo

EN 29To resume normal playback, press 49. ● Pressing / repeatedly increases the search speed. (–60x to +60x) ● Pressing / repeatedly advances or r

EN 3Read This First! – How to Handle the Hard Disk CameraPlease read the following instructions before using the camera.It is recommended to copy your

30 EN Video Playback (Continued)One-touch operation enables you to switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen for the convenient

EN 31You 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 sea

32 EN Still Image PlaybackTo return to the index screenPress INDEX.To turn the date/time display on/offSet [DATE/TIME] to [ON], [AUTO] or [OFF]. (墌 pg

EN 33You can playback all the images stored in the recording media automatically.During playback● During the slide show, pressing displays files in

34 EN Watching Images on TV/Remote ControlMake sure all units are turned off before connecting.After connecting the camera to the TV in “Connecting to

EN 35A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase.Remove the insulation sheet before use.The remote control uses one lithiu

36 ENControls in this sectionPlayback with Special EffectsYou can add the following two types of special effects before playback.Wipe or fader effects

EN 37*Not available for still image recording.[WIPE/FADER]Menus Details FADER:WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen. FADER:BLACK Fade in or out wit

38 ENControls in this sectionManaging FilesYou can directly manage recorded files in the camera.CAUTION:Do not remove the recording medium or perform

EN 39Preparation:● Set the power switch to .● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch.Preparation:● For video files: Pause

4 EN Safety PrecautionsIMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this

40 ENManaging Files (Continued)Preparation:● Set the power switch to .● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch.To release

EN 41You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk (HDD) or SD cards. You have to format newly-purchased SD cards with this camera before using t

42 EN Managing Files (Continued)Writing speed of recording media tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. To regain the speed, execute

EN 43Preparation:● Set the power switch to .● Set the MODE switch to .Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording12Select [CHANGE

44 ENControls in this sectionPlaylistsWhat is a Playlist?It is a list that enables you to organise recorded videos in order of preference.To display t

EN 45To check a registered scene1) Press after step 6 to move to the registered file column shown on the right.2) Use / to select a file and press

46 ENPlaylists (Continued)After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 44)To stop playbackPress 49.To return to the normal playback modeSe

EN 47Controls in this sectionPrint SettingThis camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and

48 ENPrint Setting (Continued)If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera directly to t

EN 49Controls in this sectionDubbing Video Files to DVD DiscsConnecting the camera to a DVD burner (CU-VD10, sold separately) enables you to dub the v

EN 5SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, li

50 EN Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)To check whether the DVD disc was created properlySelect [PLAY DVD] in the screen that appears in st

EN 51Files for dubbing can be displayed in two ways shown below.Displaying file by recording date or playlistMultiple files are displayed as a single

52 ENDubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)Preparation:Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder. (墌 pg. 34)To stop dubbingStop recording on t

EN 53Copying/Moving Still Image FilesCheck which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 49.You can copy or move stil

54 ENControls in this sectionChanging the Menu SettingsYou can change the menu settings to customize your camera.● Some menus can be used for both ope

EN 55Common Menus for All ModesMenusSettings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌BASIC SETTINGPress 49 and then select sub menus.–PRESETReturns all the camera set

56 EN Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)Common Menus for All Modes (Continued)Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌REC MEDIA SETTINGPress 49 and

EN 57Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌CLOCK ADJUSTEnables you to set the time.DATE / TIME15DATE DISPLAY ORDEREnables you to set the date and tim

58 EN Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)Video Playback MenusMenusSettings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌CHANGE EVENT REG.Enables you to change the even

EN 59 Still Image Recording MenusMenus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌QUALITYEnables you to set the picture quality for still images.[FINE] / STAND

6 EN ContentsAccessories ...8 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...9Attaching th

60 EN TroubleshootingThe camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from

EN 61Trouble Action墌DisplaysThe power/charge lamp on the camera does not light during charging.● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely

62 EN Troubleshooting (Continued)Trouble Action墌Recording (Continued)The LCD monitor indications blink.● Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS, and

EN 63Trouble Action墌Editing / PrintingFiles cannot be deleted.● Remove protection from the files and delete them.40When the image is printed from the

64 EN Warning IndicationsThe following indications appear on the screen.Indication Meaning墌 (Battery indicator)● Displays the remaining battery power.

EN 65Indication Meaning墌NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW● Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for file copy/move operation.–MEMORY CARD ERR

66 EN Warning Indications (Continued)Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.To clean the exteriorWipe gently

EN 67CautionsThe supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read t

68 EN Cautions (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

EN 69● 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 fro

EN 7Playlists ...44Creating Playlists ...44Playing Back P

70 EN SpecificationsPower supplyDC 11 V (Using AC adapter)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)Power consumptionApprox. 3.9 (4.1)* W*When using the LED lightD

EN 71The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images.The number increases or decreases depending on the conditions

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8 EN AccessoriesAC Adapter AP-V14E or AP-V17EPower Cord (for AP-V14E only)Battery Pack BN-VF707UAudio/Video Cable USB Cable (墌 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION A

EN 9To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration.Attach the core filter to the DC cord. The core filte