JVC GZ-MG680BU Instructions

JVC GZ-MG680BU - Everio Camcorder - 800 KP Manual

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    CAMERA CAMÉSCOPE À DISQUE DUR GZ-MG680 U GZ-MG650 U GZ-MG630 U Please read the instruction manual prior to connecting or operating this product. Veuillez lire le mode d'emploi avant de connecter ou utiliser ce produit. Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this camcorder. Before use, please read
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    USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. CAUTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operable. WARNING: Batteries, including lithium batteries installed in the camcorder
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    Install in accordance with the manufacturer's 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 camcorder
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    • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed. Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten. • Fasten the strap when you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be careful not to
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    Date/Time Setting 2 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder 5 Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder Power button LCD monitor 3 Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK. 6 Select [ON] if daylight
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    Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. 2 Slide the mode switch to select  (video) mode 3 Select recording mode The mode changes when you press the button. 4 Start recording Press the START/STOP button to start recording, and
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    Playing back 2 Select playback mode The mode changes when you press the button. 3 Select the desired file Index screen 4 Select ' (Touch OK) Playback screen Ⅵ To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (੬ p. 22) Ⅵ To view files on TV (੬ p. 25) CAUTION Do not forget to make
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    Accessories 10 Preparing the Remote Control 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable... 11 Index 12 Tripod Mounting 13 Indications on LCD Monitor 14 Necessary Settings before Use 16 Charging the Battery Pack 16 Date the Menu Settings 37 Troubleshooting 37 Warning Indications 39
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    and other proprietary technology and is made to be used with the JVC battery and not with other batteries. JVC cannot guarantee safety or performance of this product when it is operated by other batteries. • If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn off the power before using it
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    GETTING STARTED Accessories AP-V20U AC Adapter BN-VF808U Battery Pack AV Cable USB Cable RM-V751U Remote Control CR2025 Lithium Battery Pre-installed in the remote control. CD-ROM Core Filter NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. 10 EN
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    To Reinsert the Battery Remote Sensor Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Lock Tab Lithium Battery (CR2025) USB Cable The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. Release
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    Index 12 EN NOTE • Be careful not to cover , , , and  during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
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    Camcorder  Power Button  GZ-MG680 HDMI Mini Connector (੬ p. 25 , 34)  USB Connector (੬ p. 27, 30)  Tripod Mounting Socket  microSD Card Slot  Battery Release Button Remote Control Screen  mode: Index Screen m Date Index Screen Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud
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     Date/Time (੬ p. 16)  Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  Backlight Compensation Indicator (੬ p. 24)  Brightness Control Indicator : Photometry Area Control Indicator  Shutter Speed  Mode Indicator  EXPORT Mode Indicator (੬ p. 35)  Counter  Upload Mode Indicator (੬ p. 36) ": GZ-MG680 GZ
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    Motion 12: Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) Battery Indicator Date/Time (੬ p. 16) Volume Level Indicator GZ-MG680 Output with 1080p N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4 : 5 5 P M  Mode Indicator  Quick Review Indicator (੬ p. 20)  Folder/File Number  Slide Show Playback Indicator
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    battery power See page 21. Battery pack BN-VF808U (Provided) BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Charging time 1 h 50 m 2 h 40 m 3 h 40 m NOTE • You can also use the camcorder This may damage the AC adapter. Date/Time Setting 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].
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    traveling. 6 Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder. Selected area is highlighted Principal city of the selected area Time difference to 7 Select [ON] if daylight saving time is effective. 8 Set the date and time. Change the setting by using the touch sensor and select []
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    to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded. • MultiMediaCards are not supported. Insert a microSD card Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. 1 Open the microSD card cover. 2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge first. Ⅵ To remove
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    Change the settings in [SELECT ASPECT RATIO]. NOTE • The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn off the camcorder and then turn on again. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. • Do not
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    captured image is focused. Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a still image. NOTE • DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. 20 EN
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    mode. • Select the recording mode. Zoom out Zoom in Checking the Remaining Battery Power  mode: Press INFO twice or INFO and then select .  or press INFO. NOTE The recordable time display should only be used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units. Checking the Remaining Space on the
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    Playing Back Files Video Playback Slide the mode switch to select  (video) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. Ⅵ To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. Ⅵ To play back a few seconds from the
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    Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select  (still image) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. Ⅵ To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. Ⅵ To delete a still image Select . Ⅵ To change the
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    mode Select [A/M] so that the  indicator appears. Backlight Compensation Backlight compensation brightens the subject by increasing the exposure. In the manual recording mode: Select . Ⅵ To cancel backlight compensation Select  again. NOTE If the LCD monitor is turned upside down,  is not
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    such cases, perform the following operations. 1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again. 2) Turn off and on the camcorder again. AV Input Connector Ⅵ GZ-MG680 To connect using the HDMI mini connector We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable). Playback Operation After
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    as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation. If the data on the recording medium paused. Deleting Files • Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete them, release the protection first. • Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.
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    on this camcorder onto VCR/DVD recorder. NOTE It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may take approx. 2 times longer than the time that is described in the instruction manual of DVD burner. Using a DVD Burner Supported discs
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    automatically selected and copied. 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 2 Press DIRECT DVD. 2 Select the desired menu. • [ALL NO]. • [YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group. • [NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date. 5 Select [EXECUTE]. • The files are copied on the disc. When [COMPLETED]
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    Creating a DVD using a PC Please read the "JVC SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT" in the CD-ROM instruction before you install software. You can copy the data from the camcorder and create a DVD using a PC. 2 Installing the software to the PC Preparation: Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. In Windows
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    on the PC Preparation: • Install the software to the PC. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC's HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. USB Connecter 3 Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. 4 Click [Start]. USB Cable USB Connecter 1 Open the LCD monitor
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    to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC. 1 Double-click the icon and open the calendar. 5 Double-click the recording date. The files recorded on the day are displayed. 6 Drag the file and drop into the user list. 2 Select [Movies only]. 3 Click [+]. To add other files
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    operating Everio MediaBrowser, click [Help] and refer to [MediaBrowser Help]. • Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read [MediaBrowser Help]. Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from Adobe's web site: http://www.adobe.com • For assistance in operating the provided software, refer to the support information
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    for the files taken with the camcorder. * Information such as the date and time of recording, recorded with the video file. Customer Support Information Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. JVC When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your
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    you want to start dubbing, start recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder. Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder's instruction manual. Ⅵ To stop dubbing Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder. Ⅵ To hide the date or icons on the screen Change the settings in [DISPLAY ON TV]. VCR/DVD Recorder AV Connector (Input
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    on are transferred to PC. For details on transferring, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CDROM. Ⅵ To cancel the export setting Select the fi to PC Preparation: • Install iTunes® on a PC. http://www.apple.com/itunes/ 1 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. 2 Select
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    . • Select the recording mode. Press UPLOAD twice. Uploading Files For details on uploading files, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CDROM. 1 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. 2 Select [UPLOAD]. If you record a file with the upload mode set on, the recording stops
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    do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC's website. The following phenomena are not malfunctions. • The camcorder heats up when it is used for a long time. • The battery heats up during charging
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    formatting. If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. Ⅵ To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it. Execute [FACTORY PRESET
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    DATE/TIME! Action • Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to use JVC battery the power on. • Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again. CANNOT TAKE
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    GZ-MG650 only GZ-MG680 HDMI HDMI Mini Connector USB Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant Ⅵ AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz ː Output DC 11 V , 1 A Ⅵ Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Operating
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    recordable time (for video) Quality Recording medium GZ-MG630 60 GB HDD GZ-MG650 80 GB GZ-MG680 120 GB ULTRA FINE 14 h 20 m 9999 9999 8 GB 9999 9999 Required charging/recording time (approx.) h: hour/m: minute Battery pack Charging time Recording time BN-VF808U (Provided) 1 h 50 m 2 h
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    service life. ... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period of time. ... remove from charger commercially available software that is specially designed for that purpose, or by physically destroying the camcorder with a hammer
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    pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
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    19 On-screen Zoom Control 21 P Portable Media Player 35 Q Quick Review 19, 20 R Recordable Time 41 Recording Medium 42 Remaining Battery Power 21 Remaining Recording Time 21 Remote Control 11, 13 S Speaker volume 22 U Uploading Files 36 USB Cable 27, 30 V Viewing Files on TV 25 Y YouTube
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Please read the instruction manual prior to
connecting or operating this product.
Veuillez lire le mode d’emploi avant de
connecter ou utiliser ce produit.
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PLEASE DO NOT IMMEDIATELY RETURN THIS
PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE.
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Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.
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 camcorder) and Serial No.
(located on the battery pack mount of the
camcorder) below.
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Cher client,
Nous vous remercions d’avoir acheté
ce caméscope. Avant de commencer,
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
(figurant sous le caméscope) et le N° de
série (sur le logement de la batterie du
caméscope).
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