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INSTRUCTIONS HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-MG37U GZ-MG27U ENGLISH GETTING STARTED 8 RECORDING 16 20 26 PLAYBACK 30 EDITING/PRINTING 36 DUBBING 47 MENU SETTINGS 52 To deactivate the demonstration mode, set "DEMO MODE" to "OFF". (੬ pg. 53) Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this hard disk
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2 EN Major Features The camera has a built-in high-capacity HDD (hard disk drive) that enables you to record videos and still images in massive quantities. ● To record videos (੬ pg. 16) ● To playback videos (੬ pg. 26) ● To record still images (੬ pg. 20) ● To playback still images (੬ pg. 30) SD
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its power supplied from the AC adapter. In this case, battery charge starts if the battery is attached to the camera. INFORMATION Video recording (with sound) that was made especially for demonstration at shops might be remaining on the hard disk of the camera that you have purchased. To delete this
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SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE (servicing) instructions in batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries camera. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camera
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instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Only use attachments/accessories servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing this camera is instruction manual are trademarks
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Mounting 14 Data Battery System 14 When Using an SD Card 15 RECORDING Video Video Recording 16 Registering File 21 Video / Still image Manual Recording 22 Manual Setting in MSET Deleting a Still Image File 31 Video / Still image Watching Images on TV/Remote Control .......... 32 Connecting to
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52 Common Menus for All Modes 53 Video Recording Menus 55 Video Playback Menus 56 Still Image Recording Menus 57 Still Image Playback Menus 57 FURTHER INFORMATION Troubleshooting 58 Warning Indications 62 Cleaning the Camera 64 Cautions 65 Specifications 68 Indications on LCD Monitor 70
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8 EN Accessories or AC Adapter AP-V18U / AP-V14U Battery Pack BN-VF707U Audio/Video Cable USB Cable (੬ SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE) Shoulder Strap (੬ pg. 9) Lens Cap (੬ pg. 9) CD-ROM Remote Control Unit RM-V730U (੬ pg. 33) Lithium Battery CR2025 (for remote control unit)
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strap guide to fix it in place. Strap Guide Buckle Eyelet Attaching the Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as to the camera. Attachment positions (੬ right) AV Cable Large (A) Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") Place here during recording. USB Cable Large
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10 EN Index 20 17 18 13 19 21 22 How to open the LCD monitor Push and open the LCD monitor fully. A The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. Power-linked operation When the power switch is set to , you can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor. 23 24 25 26
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Battery Button [ ] (੬ pg. 14) l Battery Release Button [BATT.] (੬ pg. 12) Connectors The connectors are located beneath the covers. M S-Video Output Connector [S] (੬ pg. 32) N Audio/Video Output Connector [AV] O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (੬ SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE
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. Slide while pressing down the lock button. Power off Playback Recording Lock button 2 Attach the battery pack. Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place. Bottom of the Camera BATT. 3 Charge the battery pack by connecting to the AC adapter. Open the cover. DC Connector AC Adapter (ex
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EN 13 Date/Time Setting The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image file and it can be checked by pressing INFO. (੬ pg. now finished configuring the necessary settings. To use the camera right away To record videos (੬ pg. 16) To record still images (੬ pg. 20)
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● If "COMMUNICATING ERROR" appears instead of the battery status even though you tried to press several times, there may be a problem with your battery. In such a case, consult your nearest JVC dealer. ● The recordable time display should only be used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units.
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Preparation: ● Set the power switch to 1 or . DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DATE/DISPLAY REGISTER EVENT QUALITY 2 Select [REC MEDIA SETTING]. Select Set COPY/MOVE 0 NO. RESET VIDEO MODE IMAGE MODE FORMAT CLEAN UP 3 Select [VIDEO MODE] or [IMAGE MODE]. Select Set SD HDD
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mode Power off : Still image mode Playback Recording Lock button LIGHT/INFO Zoom Lever ● The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. To change the recording medium, see page 15. 3 Press the REC/SNAP button to start recording. [0h56m
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format. Remember that this camera is not compatible with other digital video formats. ● Before recording important video, be sure to make a trial recording. ● Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording. If you do, the sound of the hard disk drive may be recorded. Registering Files
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to the subject. In this case, set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]. (੬ pg. 55) Changing the Screen Size You can record videos at 4:3 size and 16:9 size. By default, the camera is set to record videos at the 4:3 size. Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Set the MODE switch to . 16:9 NOTES: ● If the
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file most recently recorded will be deleted. After the recording is finished 1 DELETE? EXECUTE CANCEL 2 Select [EXECUTE]. Select Set NOTE: If the recording mode (video or still image) is switched, or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file. Checking the
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Set the MODE switch to . Slide while pressing down the lock button. : Video mode Power off : Still image mode Playback Recording Lock button ● The camera is programmed to record still images on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. To change the recording medium, see page
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The file most recently recorded will be deleted. After the recording is finished 1 DELETE? 2 Select [EXECUTE]. Select Set EXECUTE CANCEL NOTE: If the recording mode (video or still image) is switched, or the power is turned off and on again after recording, you cannot delete the file.
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mode because auto recording mode, which adjusts these settings automatically, is selected by default. To change to manual recording mode Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch. 16:9 Press twice. The indicator appears. To return to
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Exposure) Adjusts the brightness. AF (Manual Focus) Adjusts the focus. WB (White Balance) Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) For video recording [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted
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the subject to give the impression of motion. P.AE (Program AE) You can use the program AE settings for specific shooting situations. EF (Effect) You can record videos or still images with special effects. Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. 1/2 to
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speed is automatically adjusted from 1/2 to 1/30 seconds. It enables recording with little light in dim locations. After performing "To change to manual recording mode" (੬ pg. 22) 16:9 EN 25 Spot Exposure Control Selection of a spot metering area enables more precise exposure compensation. You can
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Video mode Power off : Still image mode Playback Recording VIDEO Lock button Zoom Lever/Speaker Volume Control 53/53 Index screen for videos the sound may be interrupted. However, this is not a malfunction. ● When the camera heats up, the U indicator flashes. If the camera continues to
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Various Operations during Playback To resume normal playback, press 49. Still playback (Pause) Search playback Backward Forward ● Pressing / repeatedly increases the search speed. (-60x to +60x) Locating the start point of the file or skipping the file Backward Forward Slow motion playback While
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date index screen or event screen for the convenient file search. To change the display On the index screen Each press switches the screen. VIDEO 53/53 Index screen Date index screen Event screen Date Index Screen You can search the desired file by the recording date. After displaying the
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screen. To change the event registration of a file (੬ pg. 41) To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder If data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. (੬ pg. 17) 1 Press the REC/SNAP button while the index screen is displayed. 2 After [MPG] is displayed
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power switch to . Slide while pressing down the lock button. Power off Playback Recording Lock button LIGHT/INFO Zoom Lever 2 Set the MODE switch to . : Video mode : Still image mode IMAGE 53/53 Index screen for still image INDEX ● To change the medium to be played back, see page 15. 3 Press
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Slide Show You can playback all the images stored in the recording media automatically. During playback EN 31 Playback Zoom You can magnify the playback image up to 5x. During playback PLAYBACK ● During the slide show, pressing displays files in descending order, and pressing displays files in
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NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. (੬ pg. 12) ● To connect the camera to a PC, refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE. ● This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with
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beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. To Reinsert the Battery The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Lock Tab A Infrared Beam
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or still image) using the MODE switch. 1 DATE/DISPLAY CHANGE EVENT REG. PLAYLIST WIPE/FADER EFFECT PROTECT DELETE 2 Select [WIPE/FADER] (Video only) or [EFFECT]. Select Set WIPE:DOOR WIPE:SCROLL WIPE:SHUTTER OFF OFF FADER:WHITE FADER:BLACK FADER:B.W 3 Select a desired effect. Select Set
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EN 35 [WIPE/FADER] Menus FADER-WHITE FADER-BLACK FADER-B.W WIPE:CORNER WIPE:WINDOW WIPE:SLIDE WIPE:DOOR WIPE:SCROLL WIPE:SHUTTER Details Fade in or out with a white screen. Fade in or out with a black screen. Fade in to a color screen from a black and white screen, or fade out from color to black
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camera. CAUTION: Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery the recording mode (video or still image) is
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restored. Check files before deleting. Viewing File Information Preparation: ● For video files: Pause the playback. Alternatively, select the file on the 001 : JAN. 1.06 12:00 AM : 0:20:05 : ULTRA FINE : OFF Video Files FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording
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38 EN Managing Files (Continued) Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure Preparation: ● Set the power switch to . ● Select the file type (video or still image) using the MODE switch. 1 2 Select [PROTECT]. PLAYLIST WIPE/FADER EFFECT PROTECT DELETE BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING Select Set
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again from step 3. NOTE: Do not format the recording medium on your PC. Make sure that you format the recording medium on the camera. EDITING/PRINTING 4 Select [HDD] or [SD]. Select Set DO YOU WANT TO FORMAT HARD DISK DRIVE? ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED. EXECUTE CANCEL 5 Select [EXECUTE]. Select Set
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a recording medium. (੬ pg. 12) 1 DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DATE/DISPLAY REGISTER EVENT the operation. ● Depending on the hard disk drive it may take several minutes for the VIDEO IMAGE 3 Select the file type ([VIDEO] or [IMAGE]). Select Set EXECUTE NO. RESET FOR VIDEO
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CHANGE EVENT REG.]. Select SELECT EVENT 1/3 VACATION Set 11111 11111 NON SECTION NEXT PAGE 3 Select a new event to register the file to. Select VIDEO 1/7 Set EN 41 5 EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS SAVE OPERATION CONTENT? SAVE AND QUIT DELETE AND QUIT CANCEL 6 Select [SAVE AND QUIT]. Select Set
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a Playlist? It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. To display the playlist screen Preparation: ● Set display the playlist menu simply by pressing the PLAYLIST button on the remote control. Controls in this section Power Switch MODE Switch Zoom Lever /
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6 Select the insertion point. Select Set ● To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6. 7 QUIT PLAYLIST SAVE EDITED CONTENTS? SAVE AND QUIT DELETE AND QUIT CANCEL 8 Select [SAVE AND QUIT]. Select Set To check a registered scene 1) Press after step 6 to move to the registered file column shown on the
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44 EN Playlists (Continued) Playing Back Playlists After performing "To display the playlist screen" (੬ pg. 42) 3 Select [PLAYLIST CONTENTS]. Select PLAYLIST CONTENTS Set ALL SCENES 01 NOV 10.06 11:30AM 02 NOV 15.06 11:00PM 03 NOV 25.06 11:00AM 4 Select the playlist that you want to playback
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is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camera. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or for taking the recording medium to a photo lab for printing. Preparation: ● Set the power
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Printing with PictBridge Printer If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera directly to the printer with the USB cable. DPOF setting can also be used. (੬ pg. 45) To Print by Selecting a Still Image Preparation: ● Set the power switch
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the camera to a DVD burner (CUVD10U, sold separately) enables you to dub the video files in the camera to a DVD disc. Supported discs: camera to a DVD burner with the USB cable provided with the DVD burner. For details, see the DVD burner's instruction manual. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the camera
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48 EN Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued) Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function) (Continued) 5 Select the desired disc that appears in step 3 and press 49. You can also playback DVD on the TV by connecting the camera with the audio/video cable. Press INDEX to stop checking.
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.2006 OCT.11.2006 DVD2 OCT.12.2006 DVD3 OCT.13.2006 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Menu for Disc Playback DVD discs created with the camera can be played on compatible DVD players or other devices. ● An individual date or individual playlist becomes one title. ● The discs are configured so that
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its AUX input mode. 2 Start playback on the camera. ● To playback videos (੬ pg. 26) ● To playback playlists (੬ pg. 44) 3 At the point you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder. (Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder's instruction manual.) To stop dubbing Stop recording on the VCR
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that SD card is inserted in the SD slot. ● Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium. 1 GAIN UP CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DATE/DISPLAY QUALITY SELF-TIMER 2 Select and set items as follows. [REC MEDIA SETTING] [COPY/ MOVE] Select Set COPY
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to customize your camera. ● Some menus can be used for both operation modes (recording/playback) and file types (video/still image). Other guide Press INFO when the menu screen is displayed. (The operation guide is not displayed depending on the type of the menu.) To remove the operation guide
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the operation BEEP: The beep sounds when the power is turned on sound or turn the operation or off, and at the beginning and end of recording. - sound on/off. [MELODY]: Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. REMOTE OFF: The camera does not receive the signal from
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the date is changed during playback - ON: The date/time is always displayed. NOTE: You can set different settings for each mode (video recording/playback and still image recording/playback). SCENE COUNTER [OFF]: Disables the function. Enables you to set whether to ON: Activates the function
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the on-screen display. [ON]: Turns on the on-screen display. - Video Recording Menus Menus Settings ([ ] = Factory-preset) ੬ REGISTER EVENT ON/ indicator blinks or goes out. ● Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on a tripod. Press 49 and then select sub menus. - ZOOM 32X:
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= Factory-preset) ੬ CHANGE EVENT REG. BABY / BIRTHDAY / VACATION / HOLIDAY / Enables you to change the event registration of recorded video files. SPORTS / GRADUATION / ANNIVERSARY / DAUGHTER / SON / CONGRATULATIONS / NON 41 SECTION PLAYLIST [PLAYLIST CONTENTS] / NEW LIST / EDIT / Enables
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you to configure settings RESET 45 related to DPOF. DIRECT PRINT After you select this menu, connect the camera to a Enables you to configure settings printer with the USB cable. 46 related to printing. EFFECT [OFF] / SEPIA / MONOTONE These are special playback effects. They add effects
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58 EN Troubleshooting The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. ● To solve the problem, first follow the instructions below. ● If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. (੬ right column
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Trouble Action ੬ Displays The power/charge lamp ● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low - on the camera does not temperatures. light during charging. To protect the battery service - whitish. life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC
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60 EN Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action ੬ video on the hard disk of the camera. playback, or motion is choppy. The black & white fader ● Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone (MONOTONE) 35 does not work. mode. There is a noise during ● The sound of the hard disk drive
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EN 61 Trouble Action ੬ Editing / Printing Files cannot be by recording with DIS activated. a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen. Other problems The data process is too ● There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 . 15 removed from the camera. FURTHER INFORMATION
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in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and 59 HARD DISK DRIVE IS ● Appears when the built-in hard disk hard disk of the camera. CHECK CARD'S WRITE ● Appears when you attempt recording when the write/erase 38 PROTECTION SWITCH protection tab on the SD card is set to the "LOCK" position. NO VIDEO
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- file copy/move operation. MEMORY CARD ERROR! ● Appears when the camera does not recognize the loaded 15 REINSERT CARD OR CHANGE SD card. Remove a 39 problem. It is recommended to copy the data for backup purposes, then format the medium. VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS ● The video management file
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or jolts. ● Appears when the built-in hard disk is full and recording is not possible. Delete . CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE ● The operation is not available in the video mode. - DROP 53 Cleaning the Camera Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To
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JVC batteries are used in this camera. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. ● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature range specifications the metal parts. ● Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC shall
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. The data is not completely erased from the hard disk. If you want to completely erase all of the data, we recommend either using commercially available software that is specially designed for that purpose, or by physically destroying the camera with a hammer etc. LCD Monitor ● To prevent damage
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FURTHER INFORMATION Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GZ-MG37U GZ-MG27U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470 Telephone Number : 973-317-5000 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
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75 Ω, analog Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog, stereo USB Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 11 V , 1 A Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx
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of storable images. The number increases or decreases depending on the picture quality. Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video) Quality [ ] = Factory-preset HDD SD Card GZ-MG37U GZ-MG27U 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB [ULTRA FINE] 430 290 1 3 7 FINE 640 430 2 5 10 NORMAL 850 570
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. 23) f White Balance Indicator (੬ pg. 23) g Brightness Control Indicator (੬ pg. 54) h Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 62) i Date/Time (੬ pg. 54) j Selected Medium Indicator (੬ pg. 15, 54) k Drop Detection Indicator (੬ pg. 53) l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (੬ pg. 23) m Effect Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 24
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search. ੬ pg. 29) : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search. ੬ pg. 28) c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine the left shows speed.) e Counter (੬ pg. 54) f Volume Level Indicator g Battery Indicator (੬ pg. 62) h Date/Time (੬ pg. 54) i Selected Medium
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Focus 23 Formatting a Recording Medium 39, 54 G Gain Up 55, 57 H Hard Disk 2 I Image Rotation 31 L Language Setting 13, 54 LCD Monitor 10, 66 LED Light 18, 21 Lens Cap 9 M Manual Exposure 23 Manual Focus 23 Manual Recording 22 MSET Menu 22 N Nightalive 25 Number of Storable Images 69

Section	Page
Major Features	2
SD Memory Card	2
DVD Creation Function	2
Video Event Registration	2
Editing Files on Your PC	2
Direct Printing	2
Read This First! - How to Handle the Hard Disk Camera	3
Safety Precautions	5
2. Keep these instructions.	5
3. Heed all warnings.	5
4. Follow all instructions.	5
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.	5
6. Clean only with dry cloth.	5
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.	5
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.	5
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.	5
10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.	5
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.	5
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, su...	5
Contents	6
GETTING STARTED	6
RECORDING	6
PLAYBACK	6
EDITING/PRINTING	6
DUBBING	7
MENU SETTINGS	7
FURTHER INFORMATION	7
Regarding This Manual	7
Accessories	8
Attaching the Shoulder Strap	9
Attaching the Lens Cap	9
Attaching the Core Filter	9
Index	10
Controls	11
a Power Switch [OFF, , ] (Z pg. 12)	11
b Lock Button (Z pg. 12)	11
c Zoom Lever [W /T ] (Z pg. 18)	11
d Light Button [LIGHT] (Z pg. 18)/Information Button [INFO] (Z pg. 37)	11
e Mode Switch [MODE] (Z pg. 16, 20, 26, 30)	11
f Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO] (Z pg. 22)	11
g Menu Button [MENU] (Z pg. 52)	11
h Delete Button [] (Z pg. 19)	11
i Recording Start/Stop Button [REC/SNAP] (Z pg. 16, 20)	11
j Control Lever	11
k Index Button [INDEX] (Z pg. 28)/Remaining Space Button [] (Z pg. 19)/Data Battery Button [] (Z pg. 14)	11
l Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Z pg. 12)	11
Connectors	11
M S-Video Output Connector [S] (Z pg. 32)	11
N Audio/Video Output Connector [AV]	11
O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector (Z SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE)	11
P DC Input Connector [DC] (Z pg. 12)	11
Indicators	11
Q Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE] (Z pg. 12)	11
R Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Lights up or blinks when you access files. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while accessing files.)	11
S Auto Lamp [AUTO] (Lights up in Auto recording mode. Also lights up when connecting to a DVD burner [sold separately].) (Z pg. 47)	11
Other Parts	11
T Reset Button [RESET] (Z pg. 58)	11
U Speaker (Z pg. 26)	11
V Battery Pack Mount (Z pg. 12)	11
W Camera Sensor Remote Sensor (Z pg. 33)	11
X Lens	11
Y Stereo Microphone	11
a LED Light (Z pg. 18, 21)	11
b Grip Strap (Z pg. 14)	11
c SD Card Cover [OPEN] (Z pg. 15)	11
d Stud Hole (Z pg. 14)	11
e Tripod Mounting Socket (Z pg. 14)	11
Necessary Settings before Use	12
Power Related Preparations (Using the Battery Pack)	12
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2	12
3	12
Language Setting	13
1	13
2	13
3	13
4	13
5	13
6	13
7	13
Date/Time Setting	13
5	13
6	13
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Other Settings	14
Grip Adjustment	14
Tripod Mounting	14
Data Battery System	14
1	14
2	14
When Using an SD Card	15
Insert an SD card	15
1	15
2	15
3	15
Change the recording medium	15
1	15
2	15
3	15
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5	15
Format an SD card when using it for the first time	15
Video Recording	16
Registering Files to Events	17
1	17
2	17
3	17
4	17
Video Recording (Continued)	18
Zooming	18
Changing the Screen Size	18
LED Light	18
Deleting a File	19
1	19
2	19
Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media	19
Still Image Recording	20
Zooming	21
Continuous Shooting	21
LED Light	21
Deleting a File	21
1	21
2	21
Manual Recording	22
Manual Setting in MSET Menu	22
1	22
2	22
3	22
4	22
5	22
MSET Menu	23
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject. Adjust the zoom, or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen.	23
2) Press and hold 49 until the indicator starts blinking then stops blinking.	23
Manual Recording (Continued)	24
MSET Menu (Continued)	24
Nightalive	25
Backlight Compensation	25
Spot Exposure Control	25
1	25
2	25
Video Playback	26
Various Operations during Playback	27
Still playback (Pause)	27
Search playback	27
Locating the start point of the file or skipping the file	27
Frame-by-frame playback	27
Slow motion playback	27
Playback zoom	27
Video Playback (Continued)	28
File Search Function	28
Date Index Screen	28
1	28
2	28
3	28
Event Screen	29
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2	29
3	29
4	29
To Play Back Files in the [EXTMOV] Folder	29
1 Press the REC/SNAP button while the index screen is displayed.	29
2 After [MPG] is displayed, press // / to select the file you want to play, then press 49.	29
Deleting a Video File	29
1	29
2	29
Still Image Playback	30
File Search Function	30
Slide Show	31
Image Rotation	31
Playback Zoom	31
Deleting a Still Image File	31
1	31
2	31
Watching Images on TV/Remote Control	32
Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder	32
Playback on TV	32
1	32
2	32
3	32
4	32
Playback Using the Remote Control	33
Beam Effective Area	33
To Reinsert the Battery	33
Buttons and Functions	33
A Infrared Beam Transmitting Window	33
B ZOOM (T/W) Buttons	33
C Up Button	33
D Skip Backward Button	33
E Left Button	33
F Back Button	33
G PLAYLIST Button (Z pg. 42)	33
H START/STOP Button	33
I SNAPSHOT Button (Z pg. 20)	33
J INFO Button (Z pg. 37)	33
K Skip Forward Button	33
L PLAY/PAUSE Button	33
M Right Button	33
N Next Button	33
O Down Button	33
P INDEX Button	33
Q DATE Button	33
Playback with Special Effects	34
1	34
2	34
3	34
4	34
[WIPE/FADER]	35
[EFFECT]	35
Managing Files	36
Deleting Files	36
Deleting with the Button	36
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2	36
3	36
Deleting on Menu Screen	37
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2	37
3	37
1) Press /// to select the file you want to delete, then press 49.	37
2) Press MENU.	37
4	37
Viewing File Information	37
Video Files	37
Still Image Files	37
Managing Files (Continued)	38
Protecting Files from Accidental Erasure	38
1	38
2	38
3	38
1) Press /// to select the file you want to protect, then press 49.	38
2) Press MENU.	38
4	38
1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL], then press 49.	38
2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.	38
Formatting a Recording Medium	39
1	39
2	39
3	39
4	39
5	39
Managing Files (Continued)	40
Cleaning Up a Recording Medium	40
1	40
2	40
3	40
4	40
Resetting the File Number	40
1	40
2	40
3	40
4	40
Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording	41
1	41
2	41
3	41
4	41
5	41
6	41
Playlists	42
1	42
2	42
Creating Playlists	42
3	42
4	42
5	42
6	43
7	43
8	43
1) Press after step 6 to move to the registered file column shown on the right.	43
2) Use / to select a file and press 49.	43
3) Press INDEX to return to the previous screen.	43
1) Press after step 6 to move to the registered file column shown on the right.	43
2) Use / to select a file and press .	43
Displaying Files	43
When selecting [IMPORT FROM EVENT] or [IMPORT FROM DATE]	43
When selecting [ALL SCENES]	43
Playlists (Continued)	44
Playing Back Playlists	44
3	44
4	44
Other Operations of Playlists	44
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist	44
3 Press / to select [EDIT], then press 49.	44
4 Press / to select the playlist you want to edit, then press 49.	44
Changing Playlist Names	44
3 Press / to select [RENAME], then press 49.	44
4 Press / to select the desired playlist, then press 49.	44
5 Press /// to select the desired letter, then press 49.	44
6 Press /// to select [], then press 49.	44
Deleting Playlist	44
3 Press / to select [DELETE], then press 49.	44
4 Press / to select a playlist you want to delete.	44
5 Press 49.	44
6 Press / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.	44
Print Setting	45
DPOF Print Setting	45
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2	45
3	45
4	45
5	45
6	45
1) In step 3, press / to select [ALL1], then press 49.	45
2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.	45
1) In step 3, press / to select [RESET], then press 49.	45
2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.	45
Print Setting (Continued)	46
Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer	46
To Print by Selecting a Still Image	46
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2	46
3	46
4	46
5	46
6	46
7	46
1) Press 49.	46
2) Press / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49.	46
To Print Using the DPOF Settings	46
4	46
Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs	47
Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function)	47
1	47
2	47
3	47
Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)	48
Using a DVD Burner for Dubbing (DVD Creation Function) (Continued)	48
4	48
1) Press / to select the desired list, then press 49. To select other lists, repeat this process.	48
2) Press .	48
5	48
6	48
7	48
8	48
DVD Creation List	49
Menu for Disc Playback	49
Dubbing Video Files to DVD Discs (Continued)	50
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder for Dubbing	50
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2	50
3	50
Copying/Moving Still Image Files	51
1	51
2	51
3	51
4	51
5	51
6	51
1) Press /// to select the desired file, then press 49.	51
2) Press MENU.	51
7	51
Changing the Menu Settings	52
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2	52
3	52
Common Menus for All Modes	53
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)	54
Common Menus for All Modes (Continued)	54
Video Recording Menus	55
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)	56
Video Playback Menus	56
Still Image Recording Menus	57
Still Image Playback Menus	57
Troubleshooting	58
1) Press RESET using a piece of wire or other pointed instrument. The power is turned off once and turned on again automatically.	58
2) If nothing happens, set the power switch to OFF and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then reattach it.	58
3) Execute [PRESET] from the menu. The camera returns to its factory-preset. (Z pg. 53)	58
Troubleshooting (Continued)	60
Warning Indications	62
Warning Indications (Continued)	64
Cleaning the Camera	64
Cautions	65
AC Adapter	65
Battery Packs	65
Recording Medium	65
Cautions (Continued)	66
Recording Medium (Continued)	66
LCD Monitor	66
Main Unit	66
How to Handle a CD-ROM	67
Specifications	68
Camera	68
For general	68
For video/audio	68
For still image	68
For connectors	68
AC Adapter	68
Remote Control	68
Recording Time and Number of Images	69
Indications on LCD Monitor	70
During both Video and Still Image Recording	70
a Selected Operation Mode Indicator (Z pg. 22)	70
b Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z pg. 55, 57)	70
c Approximate Zoom Ratio (Z pg. 18, 21)	70
d Zoom Indicator (Z pg. 18, 21)	70
e Iris Lock Indicator (Z pg. 23)	70
f White Balance Indicator (Z pg. 23)	70
g Brightness Control Indicator (Z pg. 54)	70
h Battery Indicator (Z pg. 62)	70
i Date/Time (Z pg. 54)	70
j Selected Medium Indicator (Z pg. 15, 54)	70
k Drop Detection Indicator (Z pg. 53)	70
l Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (Z pg. 23)	70
m Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 24)	70
n Program AE Mode Indicator (Z pg. 24)	70
o Shutter Speed (Z pg. 24)	70
p LED Light Indicator (Z pg. 18, 21)	70
q ±: Exposure Adjustment Indicator (Z pg. 23)	70
During Video Recording Only	70
a Mode Indicator (Z pg. 16)	70
b Screen Size Indicator (Z pg. 18)	70
c Wind Cut Indicator (Z pg. 55)	70
d Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), [E] (economy) (Z pg. 55)	70
e Remaining Time (Z pg. 16, 69)	70
f Counter (Z pg. 54)	70
g 7REC: (Appears during recording.) (Z pg. 16)	70
h Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator (Z pg. 55)	70
During Still Image Recording Only	70
a Mode Indicator (Z pg. 20)	70
b Focus Indicator (Z pg. 20)	70
c Image Size: 640 (640 x 480)	70
d Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD (standard) (Z pg. 57)	70
e Remaining Number of Shots (Z pg. 69)	70
f : Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator (Z pg. 21)	70
g Shooting Indicator (Z pg. 20)	70
h Self-Timer Recording Indicator (Z pg. 57)	70
During Video Playback	71
a Mode Indicator (Z pg. 26)	71
b : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist. Z pg. 44)	71
c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), [E] (economy) (Z pg. 55)	71
d Playback Mode (Z pg. 27)	71
e Counter (Z pg. 54)	71
f Volume Level Indicator	71
g Battery Indicator (Z pg. 62)	71
h Date/Time (Z pg. 54)	71
i Selected Medium Indicator (Z pg. 15, 54)	71
j Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 34)	71
k Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z pg. 34)	71
During Still Image Playback	71
a Mode Indicator (Z pg. 30)	71
b Folder/File Number	71
c Slide Show Playback Indicator (Z pg. 31)	71
d Battery Indicator (Z pg. 62)	71
e Date (Z pg. 54)	71
f Selected Medium Indicator (Z pg. 15, 54)	71
g Effect Mode Indicator (Z pg. 34)	71