JVC GZ-MS90AS User manual

ENGLISH РУССКИЙ

Dear Customer

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.

LYT2051-003B-M

Contents

Accessories .....................................5

Getting Started.................................6

- Charging the Battery Pack

- Insert an SD Card

- Date/Time Setting

Recording Files................................8

- Checking Remaining Battery

Power

Playing Back Files .........................10

Watching Images on TV.................11

Installing Software to the PC........12

Connecting the Camcorder to the

PC..................................................13

File Backup ....................................14

File Upload to YouTube™..............15

Further Information ................17 - 20

EN RU TR FR

TÜRKÇE FRANÇAIS

GZ-MS90AS

INSTRUCTIONS

MEMORY CAMCORDER

ИНСТРУКЦИЯ

ВИДЕОКАМЕРА С

ПАМЯТЬЮ

KILAVUZ KİTAPÇIK

KAYDEDİCİ KAMERA

BELLEĞİ

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

CAMÉSCOPE À MÉMOIRE

Safety Precautions

WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS:

• If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming

from the camcorder or AC Adapter, shut it

down and unplug it immediately. Continue using

the camcorder or AC Adapter under these

conditions could lead to fire or electric shock.

Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to

repair the malfunction yourself.

•To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No

user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel.

•When you are not using the AC adapter for a

long period of time, it is recommended that you

disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

•In certain areas, use the conversion plug

depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.

NOTES:

•The rating plate and safety caution are on the

bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

•The serial number plate is on the battery pack

mount.

•The rating information and safety caution of the

AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

WARNING:

The battery pack and the camcorder with battery

installed should not be exposed to excessive heat

such as direct sunshine, fire or the Iike.

CAUTION:

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on

a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on

all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on

both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes.

(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a

newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able

to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,

should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental

problems must be considered and the local rules

or laws governing the disposal of these batteries

must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or

places with water.

Also do not place any containers filled with water

or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower

vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this

equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

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Remember that this camcorder is intended for

private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission

is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such

as a show, performance or exhibition for personal

enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you

obtain permission beforehand.)

Trademarks

•Manufactured under licence from Dolby

Laboratories. Dolby and double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

•Windows®is either a registered trademark

or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the

United States and/or other countries.

•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple

Inc.

•YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks

and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.

•Other product and company names included

in this instruction manual are trademarks

and/or registered trademarks of their respective

holders.

Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This

can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the

malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a

risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible physical

damage to the camcorder and to the user.

Carrying or holding the camcorder by the LCD

monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a

malfunction.

Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel

surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage

to the camcorder.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to

the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is

not recommended, as tripping on the cables will

cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.

If this symbol is shown, it is only

valid in the European Union.

Read This First!

How to Select an Item Using the

Touch Sensor

An example screen in English is used for the

guidance below.

E.g. Selecting an item from the menu list

(on the menu screen)

S Q

IMAGE QUALITY

GAIN UP

SHUTTER MODE

BASIC SETTINGS

QTouch the MENU button.

RSlide your finger up and down on the

sensor.

STouch the OK button.

CAUTION

Touch the sensors with your finger. The

sensors do not function if you touch them with

your fingernail or with gloves on.

On-screen function guide

The on-screen function guide is displayed at

the bottom of the screen during menu display,

etc.

EDITED COPY

CHANGE EVENT REG.

CHANGE REGISTERED EVENT

EDIT PLAYLIST

BASIC SETTINGS

Make a backup of important

recorded data

JVC will not be responsible for any lost

data. It is recommended to copy your

important recorded data to a DVD or other

recording media for storage. (Zpg. 14)

Make a trial recording

Before the actual recording of important

data, make a trial recording and play back

the recorded data to check that the video

and sound have been recorded correctly.

We recommend you to use the same

recording media when performing both the

trial recording and the actual recording.

Reset the camcorder if it does

not operate correctly (Zpg. 17)

Precautions on handling

batteries

•Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/

VF815U/VF823U battery packs.

•If the camcorder is subjected to

electrostatic discharge, turn the power off

before using it again.

If a malfunction occurs,

stop using the camcorder

immediately and consult your

local JVC dealer

•If a problem occurs when using the SD

card, take the card together with the

camcorder for repair. If one of them is not

included, the cause of the malfunction

cannot be diagnosed, and the camcorder

cannot be repaired.

•Recorded data may be erased while the

camcorder is being repaired or inspected.

Back up all data before requesting repairs

or inspections.

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Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER.

For more details on the operations, refer to the GUIDEBOOK in the

supplied CD-ROM.

In order to view the GUIDEBOOK, Adobe®Acrobat®ReaderTM or Adobe®

Reader®must be installed.

Adobe®Reader®can be loaded from Adobe’s web site:

http://www.adobe.com/

NOTE

Select your desired language with a single click.

The model name is indicated on the bottom of your camcorder.

Accessories

AC Adapter

AP-V19E/V20E Battery Pack

BN-VF808U Audio/Video Cable

USB Cable

(Zpg. 13) CD-ROM

(Zpg. 12) Core Filter

(for USB Cable)

* The core filter reduces

interference.

NOTE

Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable

Attach the core filter to the USB cable. The core filter reduces interference. Connect the end of

the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.

Release the stopper. 3 cm

Wind once.

To be connected to

the camcorder.

Charging the Battery Pack

1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the

camcorder.

2Attach the battery pack.battery pack.

Slide the battery pack until it locks in

place.

3Connect the AC adapter.

BATT.

•The charge lamp blinks to indicate charging

has started.

•When the lamp goes out, charging is

finished.

Required charging/recording time

(approx.)

* When the monitor backlight is set to

[BRIGHTER] mode.

Battery pack Charging time Recording time

BN-VF808U

(Provided) 1 hr. 30 min. 1 hr. 55 min.*

BN-VF815U 2 hr. 40 min. 3 hr. 55 min.*

BN-VF823U 3 hr. 50 min. 5 hr. 55 min.*

LTo detach the battery pack

Slide and hold BATT., then remove the

battery pack.

LTo check the remaining battery power

See page 9.

NOTES

•You can also use the camcorder with just

the AC adapter.

•Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter

plug and cable. This may damage the AC

adapter.

Displays the remaining battery power.

As the battery power comes close to nil,

the battery indicators blink. When the

battery power is exhausted, power turns

off automatically.

High Exhausted

Insert an SD Card

•Operations are confirmed on the following

SD cards.

Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC

card

Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SD

card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB

to 16 GB)

•If other media are used, they may fail to

record data correctly, or they may lose data

that had already been recorded.

•MultiMediaCards are not supported.

•Cards used to record video on this

camcorder cannot be played back on other

devices.

•Some card readers (including internal card

readers in PCs) may not be able to support

SDHC format. Please use the camcorder or

other SDHC compatible devices to access

the card.

1Close the LCD monitor to turn off the

camcorder.

2Open the SD card cover.

Getting Started

DC Jack

AC Adapter To AC Outlet

(110V to 240V)

Charge

lamp

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3Firmly insert the card with its clipped

edge first.

4Close the SD card cover.

LTo remove an SD card

Push the SD card once.

After the card comes out a little, pull it out.

NOTES

•Insert and remove the SD card only while

the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on

the card may be corrupted.

•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse

side of the label.

MEMORY CARD ERROR!

Turn off the camcorder. Remove the

SD card and insert it again. Turn on the

camcorder. If the error message appears

again, replace the card with one that is

confirmed to operate correctly.

Format an SD card when using it for

the first time

This will also ensure stable speed and

operation when accessing the SD card.

Select [FORMAT SD CARD] from the

MENU.

Date/Time Setting

1Open the LCD monitor to turn on the

camcorder.

2When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears,

select [YES] within 10 seconds.

SET DATE/TIME!

YES

If you do not select within 10 seconds,

the screen disappears. In such case,

press the power button ( ) and turn the

camcorder on again.

3Set the date and time.

DATE TIME

CLOCK ADJUST

31 1

11 07

2008

Repeat this step to input the day, month,

year, hour and minute.

LTo change the date and time

1) Touch the MENU button.

2) Select [BASIC SETTINGS], and then

[CLOCK ADJUST].

LTo return to the previous screen

Select @.

LTo quit the screen

Touch the MENU button.

Bottom of the

Camcorder

Clipped

Edge

Recording Files

Preparation: •Insert an SD card.

•Open lens cover.

•Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.

Press the SELECT PLAY/REC

button to select recording mode.

PLAY/REC

SELECT

Video Recording

Press the START/STOP button to

start or stop recording.

REC

Approximate remaining time for

recording appears.

Don’t forget to make copies/

backup after recording! (Zpg. 14)

LTo change the aspect ratio of the

image (16:9/4:3)

Change the settings in [SELECT

ASPECT RATIO] from the MENU.

LTo record a video clip (approx. 10

minutes)

Before you start recording, press

UPLOAD button twice to “UPLOAD

REC ON”. appears.

NOTES

•

A new file will be created for every 4 GB

of continuous shooting.

•

This camcorder records video in MPEG2

format compliant with SD-VIDEO format.

This camcorder is not compatible with

other digital video formats.

Slide the mode switch to select

!(video) or #(still image)

mode.

RECORDING

Still Image Recording

Press and hold the SNAPSHOT

button halfway.

The ?indicator becomes green when

the captured image is focused.

Press the SNAPSHOT button fully to

take the photo/picture.

LTo record still images continuously

Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in

[SHUTTER MODE] from the MENU.

LTo view the video/image you just recorded

Select Aduring pause. During the preview, you can delete the video/image by selecting *.

LTo change the picture quality

Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY] or [IMAGE QUALITY] from the MENU

Zoom

out Zoom

Record-standby

Recording

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Checking the Remaining Battery Power

Preparation:

Attach the battery pack.

For !mode:

Press the INFO button twice or the INFO

button and then select ;.

For #mode:

Press the INFO button.

INFO

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LTo return to the normal screen

Press the INFO button again.

NOTES

•

If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,

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.

•Pressing INFO button while connecting to

PC may launch DVD dubbing.

CHECK LENS COVER

Appears for 5 seconds after power is

turned on if the lens cover is closed or

when it is dark.

RECORDING FAILURE

• The writing speed of SD card is slow,

or the SD card is corrupted. Use an

SD card that is confirmed to operate

correctly.

• Appears when the SD card is full

and recording is not possible. Delete

unnecessary files, or replace the SD

card.

VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE

IS DAMAGED. RECOVERY IS

REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK.

RECOVER?

The video management file is damaged.

Recovery is required to record or play

back video files. Select [YES], then

touch the OK button to recover the video

management file.

Manual Recording Mode

Manual recording mode enables you to set

focus, screen brightness, etc. manually.

Press twice

MANUA

AUTO /

4AUTO ← 3MANUAL

→

Change the settings in [MANUAL SETTING]

from the MENU.

Approximate recording time (for video)

Recording

medium

Quality

SD or SDHC Card

256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB

ULTRA FINE 3 min. 6 min. 14 min. 29 min. 1 hr. 1 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 45 min.

FINE 5 min. 10 min. 21 min. 43 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 2 hr. 50 min. 5 hr. 40 min.

NORMAL 6 min. 13 min. 29 min. 1 hr. 1 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 45 min. 7 hr. 30 min.

ECONOMY 18 min. 36 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 2 hr. 30 min. 5 hr. 9 hr. 55 min. 19 hr. 50 min.

Approximate number of storable images (for still image)

Recording medium

Image size/Quality

SD or SDHC Card

256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB

640 x 480 / FINE 1480 3030 6205 9999 9999 9999 9999

640 x 480 / STANDARD 2115 4335 8865 9999 9999 9999 9999

Playing Back Files

1Slide the mode switch to select !

(video) or #(still image) mode.

2Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button

to select playback mode.

PLAY/REC

SELECT

The index screen for videos appears.

3Select the desired file using laser

sensor and press OK.

LOperations during Video Playback

!N: Return to the first scene of the file

#O: Go to the first scene of the next file

$L: Return to the index screen

%J: Reverse search (during playback)

E: Frame-by-frame playback in reverse

direction (during pause)*

&F: Playback

Q: Pause

(K: Forward search (during playback)

G: Frame-by-frame playback in forward

direction (during pause)*

* Slow playback starts when you keep

touching the sensor button under E/ G

for a while.

LOperations during Still Image

Playback

!(:Rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise

P:Change playback order of slide show

in reverse direction

#):Rotate 90 degrees clockwise

F:Change playback order of slide show

in forward direction

$L:Return to the index screen

%N:Display the previous file

&F:Start/end the slide show

(O:Display the next file

LTo check the file information

Press the INFO button when playback is

paused.

LTo adjust the sound volume of videos

Turn down

the volume Turn up the

volume

LUsing on-screen buttons

To select an on-screen button appearing

on the left side, touch the portion of the

sensor next to the on-screen button.

To select an on-screen button appearing at

the bottom of the screen, touch the touch

sensor under the on-screen button you

want to select.

Playback

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