JVC GZ-MG21U User Manual

MasterPage: CoverGZ-MG21ULYT1591-001DENENGLISHHARD DISK CAMCORDERGETTING STARTED8RECORDING16DUBBING56To deactivate the demonstration mode, set “DEMO M

10 EN Index13 19 18 17 20 21 22 24 23 25 26 How to open the LCD monitorPush and open the LCD monitor fully.Power-linked operationWhen the power swit

EN 11a Power Switch [OFF, , ] (墌 pg. 12)b Lock Button (墌 pg. 12)c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (墌 pg. 18)Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (墌 pg. 26)d Light Bu

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

EN 13The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 52)The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image file and it can be check

14 EN Other SettingsCheck which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 12.Open the pad and make grip adjustments.You

EN 15By 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

16 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 17If 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

18 EN Video Recording (Continued)While recording● You can zoom in up to 32x by using the optical zoom.● Zoom magnification over 32x is done through di

EN 19The file most recently recorded will be deleted.After the recording is finishedPreparation:● Set the power switch to .● Set the MODE switch to

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 Still Image RecordingPreparation: Open the LCD monitor. (墌 pg. 10)To change the picture quality (墌 pg. 55)NOTES:● Still images are recorded at 4

EN 21While recording● You can zoom up to 32x by using the optical zoom.● Digital zoom (墌 pg. 18) is not available.If the continuous shooting mode is s

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

EN 23MSET MenuMenusSettings ([ ] = Factory-preset)AE (Manual Exposure)Adjusts the brightness.For video recording[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted au

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

EN 25The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording with little light in dim locations.After performing “T

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

EN 27To resume normal playback, press 49. ● Pressing / repeatedly increases the search speed. (–60x to +60x) ● Pressing / repeatedly advances or r

28 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 29You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (墌 pg. 17) After searching by the event, you can sea

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 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 31You can playback all the images stored in the recording media automatically.During playback● During the slide show, pressing displays files in

32 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 33A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase.Remove the insulation sheet before use.The remote control uses one lithiu

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

EN 35*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

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

EN 37Preparation:● Set the power switch to .● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch.Preparation:● For video files: Pause

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

EN 39You can format (initialize) the built-in hard disk (HDD) or SD cards. You have to format newly-purchased SD cards with this camera before using t

4 EN Safety PrecautionsWARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.NOTES:● The rating plate and safety cauti

40 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 41Preparation:● Set the power switch to .● Set the MODE switch to .Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording12Select [CHANGE

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

EN 43To 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

44 ENPlaylists (Continued)After performing “To display the playlist screen” (墌 pg. 42)To stop playbackPress 49.To return to the normal playback modeSe

EN 45Controls in this sectionPrint SettingThis camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and

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

EN 47Dubbing Video Files to DVD DiscsPreparation:Connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder. (墌 pg. 32)To stop dubbingStop recording on the VCR/DVD r

48 EN Copying/Moving Still Image FilesCheck which buttons to use in the illustration of “Controls in this section” on page 42.You can copy or move st

EN 49To stop the file transferPress 49, then select [EXECUTE] and press 49.6Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to copy/move.● [FILE]:Select when you

EN 5IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use t

50 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 51Common Menus for All ModesMenusSettings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌BASIC SETTINGPress 49 and then select sub menus.–PRESETReturns all the camera set

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

EN 53Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌CLOCK ADJUSTEnables you to set the time.DATE / TIME13DATE DISPLAY ORDEREnables you to set the date and tim

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

EN 55 Still Image Recording MenusMenus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset)墌QUALITYEnables you to set the picture quality for still images.[FINE] / STAND

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

EN 57Trouble Action墌DisplaysThe power/charge lamp on the camera does not light during charging.● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely

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

EN 59Trouble Action墌Editing / PrintingFiles cannot be deleted.● Remove protection from the files and delete them.38When the image is printed from the

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

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

EN 61Indication Meaning墌NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW● Appears when the number of folders exceeds the limit for file copy/move operation.–MEMORY CARD ERR

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

EN 63CautionsWhen using the AC adapter in areas other than the USAThe provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 11

64 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 65● 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

66 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 light

EN 67The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images.The number increases or decreases depending on the picture qua

68 EN Indications on LCD Monitora Selected Operation Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 22): Auto Mode: Manual Modeb Tele Macro Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 53, 55)c Appr

EN 69a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 26)b : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist. 墌 pg. 44): Event Search Playback Indicator (App

EN 7Playlists ...42Creating Playlists ... 42Playing Back P

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8 EN AccessoriesAC Adapter AP-V18U / AP-V14UBattery Pack BN-VF707UAudio/Video CableUSB Cable (墌 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE)Shoulde

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