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JVC GZ-MG230 User Manual

JVC GZ-MG230
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ENGLISH
EN
HARD DISK CAMCORDER
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.
GUIDEBOOK
GZ-MG230
U

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

JVC GZ-MG230 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHard Disk Drive Camcorder
Video FormatMPEG-2
Image Sensor Size1/6 inch
Optical Zoom32x
Digital Zoom800x
LCD Screen Resolution112, 000 pixels
Focus AdjustmentAuto/Manual
Connector TypeUSB 2.0, AV Output
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Image FormatJPEG
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Recording Media30GB HDD
LCD Screen Size2.7 inches
MicrophoneBuilt-in

Summary

Safety Precautions

Lithium Battery Safety

Cautions regarding handling, charging, and disposal of lithium batteries.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read This First!

Regarding the Icons in this Manual

Camera

Indications on LCD Monitor

During Video Playback

During Still Image Playback

Necessary Settings before Use

Charging the Battery Pack

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

Date/Time and Language Settings

When Using a microSD Card

Inserting and Formatting microSD Card

Steps for inserting and formatting a microSD card for use with the camera.

Recording Files

Video Recording

Step-by-step guide for recording video, including stopping and quality settings.

Still Image Recording

Instructions for capturing still photos, including focus and continuous shooting.

Manual Recording

Program AE and Backlight Compensation

Using Program AE modes and adjusting backlight compensation for optimal exposure.

Manual Setting in Function Menu

Adjusting brightness, focus, white balance, and shutter speed manually.

Playing Back Files

Video/Still Image Playback

How to play back recorded video and still images, including controls.

Managing Files

Deleting and Protecting Files

Procedures for deleting, protecting, and managing files on the recording medium.

Playlists

Playing Back Playlists

How to play back created playlists, including playback from specific scenes.

Print Setting

Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer

Connecting and printing still images directly to a PictBridge compatible printer.

Copying Files

Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files

Instructions for copying files from the camera to a DVD burner.

Making a Backup of All Files

Creating backups of all recorded video files onto DVD discs.

Copying Uncopied Video Files

Copying video files that have not been previously copied to DVD discs.

Copying/Moving Files between HDD and microSD

Copying or moving files between the camera's HDD and microSD card.

File Backup on a Windows® PC

Connecting the Camera to the PC

Steps for connecting the camera to a PC via USB cable.

Other Windows® PC Operations

Creating a DVD-Video

Copying Video Files for DVD Creation

Selecting video files for authoring and burning onto a DVD-Video disc.

File Backup on a Macintosh®

Changing the Menu Settings

Basic Settings Configuration

Customizing settings like self-timer, shutter mode, video and image quality.

Troubleshooting

Power and Display Issues

Solutions for problems related to power supply and LCD display not appearing.

Recording and Playback Problems

Troubleshooting recording errors, playback issues, and image quality problems.

Warning Indications

Cautions

AC Adapter and Battery Pack Cautions

Safety precautions for using the AC adapter and battery packs.