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JVC GZ-MG130U User Manual

JVC GZ-MG130U
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ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
EN FR
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
CAMÉSCOPE À DISQUE DUR
GZ-MG155U
GZ-MG130U
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing
this hard disk camera. Before
use, please read the safety
information and precautions
contained in pages 2 and 3 to
ensure safe use of this product.
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on
the bottom of the camera) and
Serial No. (located on the battery
pack mount of the camera)
below.
Model No.
Serial No.
Cher client,
Nous vous remercions d’avoir
acheté cet appareil photo à
disque dur. Avant utilisation,
veuillez lire les informations
et les précautions de sécurité
présentées dans les pages 2 et 3
pour utiliser cet appareil en toute
sécurité.
Pour consultation ultérieure :
Noter ci-dessous le N° de
modèle (fi gurant sous l’appareil
photo) et le N° de série (fi gurant
sur le logement de la batterie de
l’appareil photo).
N° de modèle
N° de série
The camera illustrations appearing in this
instruction manual are of the GZ-MG130.
Les illustrations de l’appareil photo qui apparaît
dans ce manuel d’instructions sont celles du
modèle GZ-MG130.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

JVC GZ-MG130U Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJVC
ModelGZ-MG130U
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Covers electrical shock, fire, and general usage cautions for safe operation.

Lithium Battery Safety

Details handling, replacement, and disposal of the device's lithium battery.

California Perchlorate Warning

Specific warning for California residents regarding perchlorate material in batteries.

Important Safety Instructions

Trademarks

Important Initial Information

Backup Recorded Data

Recommends backing up important recorded data to prevent loss.

Trial Recording Procedure

Advised to make a trial recording to check video and sound quality.

Camera Reset Procedure

Instructions for resetting the camera if it malfunctions due to noise or interference.

Battery Handling Precautions

Advises on using specific JVC battery packs and handling electrostatic discharge.

Malfunction Troubleshooting Advice

Instructs to stop using the camera and consult a dealer if a malfunction occurs.

Accessories

Everio Dock Usage Guide

Instructions on how to connect cables to the Everio dock for camera interaction.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

Remote Control Preparation

LCD Monitor Indications

Indications During Recording

Explains indicators shown on the LCD during both video and still image recording.

Video Recording Indicators

Details specific indicators that appear only during video recording.

Still Image Recording Indicators

Details specific indicators that appear only during still image recording.

Video Playback Indications

Still Image Playback Indications

Initial Setup and Battery Charging

Charging the Battery Pack

Step-by-step instructions for charging the camera's battery pack.

Language Setting

Date and Time Configuration

Other Camera Adjustments

Checking Remaining Battery Power

How to view the current battery level and its approximate remaining recording time.

Grip Adjustment

Guide to adjusting the camera's grip for comfortable handling.

Lens Cover Operation

Instructions on opening and closing the lens cover to protect the lens.

Tripod Mounting Procedure

Steps for securely mounting the camera onto a tripod.

Using an SD Card

Inserting an SD Card

Step-by-step guide for properly inserting an SD card into the camera.

Formatting an SD Card

Procedure for formatting an SD card to ensure stable operation and compatibility.

Video Recording Procedure

Starting and Stopping Video Recording

How to initiate and terminate video recording using the camera controls.

Adjusting Video Quality and Aspect Ratio

Options for changing picture quality and the video's aspect ratio (16:9/4:3).

Still Image Capture

Adjusting Image Quality and Size

Options for changing the picture quality and resolution of still images.

Continuous Still Image Shooting

How to enable and use the continuous shooting mode for capturing multiple images.

LED Light and Zooming Functions

LED Light Operation

Details when the LED light turns on, its modes, and its limitations.

Zooming Operations

Instructions on using the zoom lever to magnify subjects, including maximum zoom ratios.

Managing Files with Events

Recording Media Status Check

Manual Recording Mode

Program AE Modes

Explanation of different Program AE modes like SPORTS, SNOW, SPOTLIGHT, TWILIGHT.

Advanced Manual Recording Features

Nightalive Recording

How to improve recording quality in low-light conditions using Nightalive.

Spot Exposure Control

Method for adjusting brightness in a specific area of the frame.

Backlight Compensation

How to brighten subjects that are backlit by a strong light source.

Function Menu Customization

Focus Adjustment

How to manually adjust focus, including auto and manual modes.

Brightness Adjustment

How to adjust the camera's brightness manually or automatically.

Advanced Function Menu Settings

Shutter Speed Control

How to adjust shutter speed to freeze motion or create motion blur effects.

White Balance Adjustment

How to set the white balance manually or automatically for accurate colors.

Special Effects and Tele Macro

How to apply video effects and use the tele macro function for close-up shots.

Video Playback Operations

Navigating Video Playback

Using controls for search, frame-by-frame playback, and volume adjustment.

Still Image Playback Operations

Navigating Still Image Playback

Using controls for slide shows, displaying previous/next files, and rotation.

File Search and Organization

File Search Function

Methods for searching recorded files by date or event.

Playing Demonstration Files

Playback with Special Effects

Viewing Content on TV

File Management Operations

Deleting and Protecting Files

Procedures for deleting individual files and protecting them from accidental deletion.

Advanced File Management

Selecting and Managing Individual Files

Detailed steps for selecting, deleting, and protecting individual video files.

Deleting and Protecting All Files

Procedures for deleting or protecting all files on the recording medium simultaneously.

File Information and Event Registration

Viewing File Information

How to access and display detailed information about recorded files.

Changing Event Registration

How to reassign recorded video files to different events after they have been recorded.

Partial File Editing

Playlist Creation and Management

Creating New Playlists

Steps to create a new playlist by importing files from events, dates, or all scenes.

Playing Back Recorded Playlists

Playlist Operations and Customization

Other Playlist Operations

Covers adding/deleting files and renaming existing playlists.

Deleting Playlists

Procedure for removing playlists without affecting the original video files.

DPOF Print Settings

Selecting Images for Printing

Steps to select specific images and set the number of prints for DPOF printing.

Direct Printing and DPOF Options

Direct Printing with PictBridge

Instructions for connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer for direct printing.

Printing Still Images

Printing via DPOF Settings

How to print images using pre-configured DPOF settings.

Copying Files to DVD

DVD Creation with DVD Burner

Step-by-step process for creating a DVD disc from camera footage.

Selecting and Copying Video Files

DVD Disc Creation Details

DVD Structure and Playback Menu

Dubbing Files with VCR/DVD Recorder

Dubbing from Camera to Recorder

Steps to dub video files from the camera onto a VCR/DVD recorder.

Dubbing from Player to Camera

Steps to dub video files from a VCR/DVD player onto the camera's HDD.

Copying and Moving Still Images

Navigating Menu Settings

Menu Navigation Overview

Steps to access and navigate through the main menu categories (Video, Image, General, Media).

Quality and Zoom Settings

How to adjust picture quality for videos and set the maximum zoom ratio.

Video and Image Settings

Video Recording Adjustments

Settings for image stabilization, aspect ratio, gain up, wind cut, and recording media.

Still Image Quality and Size

Options for setting the picture quality and image size for still photographs.

General and Image Settings

Image Capture and Media Settings

Settings for continuous shooting, self-timer, recording media for images, and brightness.

Camera Operation and Demo Mode

Settings for drop detection, remote control, demo mode, and operation sounds.

System and Display Settings

TV Output and Display Settings

How to select TV type, manage analog input, and control on-screen display on TV.

System Configuration and Presets

Settings for language, clock, date/time format, presets, and quick restart.

Drive Maintenance and System Settings

HDD and SD Card Management

Procedures for cleaning, formatting, and deleting data on the HDD and SD card.

System Management Functions

Settings for auto power off, HDD cleanup, and resetting file numbers.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Display Issues

Solutions for problems like no power, no display, and accidental power-off.

Battery and Charging Problems

Addresses issues related to battery life, charging indicators, and battery operation time.

Troubleshooting Recording and Display Issues

Display and Image Quality Problems

Addresses issues with LCD image appearance, aspect ratio, and colored spots.

Recording and Playback Malfunctions

Solutions for recording failures, vertical lines, temporary screen issues, and missing indicators.

Troubleshooting Playback and Other Problems

Playback and Noise Issues

Addresses problems with playback performance, image display, and audio noise.

File Management and Card Issues

Solutions for file deletion errors, SD card removal, and DVD creation screen display.

Warning Indications and Actions

Battery and Lens Warnings

Information on battery level indicators and lens cover warnings.

Card and File System Warnings

Explains error messages related to memory cards, file corruption, and write protection.

Camera Cleaning Procedures

Camera Specifications

Technical Specifications

Pickup, Lens, and Audio/Video Specs

Details on camera sensors, lens parameters, audio/video formats, and connectors.

Recording Modes and Formats

Information on video and audio recording modes, bitrates, and file formats.

Remote Control and Storage Capacity

Remote Control Specifications

Details on the remote control's power, battery life, operating distance, and dimensions.

Recording Time and Image Storage Tables

Charts showing approximate recording times and the number of storable images based on quality and media.

Important Cautions and Guidelines

AC Adapter and Battery Cautions

Safety guidelines for using the AC adapter and handling the supplied battery pack.

Recording Medium and Device Cautions

Cautions for preventing data corruption, protecting the LCD monitor, and general main unit safety.

Usage Environment and CD-ROM Handling

Environmental Usage Restrictions

Lists places and conditions to avoid when using the camera to prevent damage or malfunction.

CD-ROM Handling Instructions

Proper methods for handling, cleaning, and storing the included CD-ROM.

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