Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/VF815U/VF823U battery packs. If the camera is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it

again.

If a malfunction occurs, stop using the camera immediately and consult your local JVC dealer
If a problem occurs when using the microSD card, take the card together with the
camera for repair. If one of them is not included, the cause of the malfunction cannot be diagnosed, and the camera cannot be repaired. Recorded data may be erased while the camera is being repaired or inspected. Back up all data before requesting repairs or inspections.
Because the camera may be used for demonstration in a shop, the demonstration mode is set to [ON] by default
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. ( pg. 64)
When connecting the camera to other devices using an optional DV cable, make sure to follow the procedure below. Connecting the cable incorrectly may cause malfunctions to the camera and/or other devices.*
* This does not apply to the GZ-MG330 model.
Connect the DV cable rst to the device, and then to the camera. Connect the DV cable (plugs) correctly according to the shape of the DV connector.

Contents

GETTING STARTED Accessories.. 10
How to Use the Everio Dock. 10 Attaching the Shoulder Strap.. 11 Preparing the Remote Control. 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable.. 11
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files.. 32
Deleting/Protecting Files.. 32 Viewing File Information.. 33 Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording.. 34 Partial Delete (EDITED COPY). 35
Index.. 12 Indications on LCD Monitor.. 14 Necessary Settings before Use. 16
Charging the Battery Pack.. 16 Date/Time Setting.. 17 Language Setting.. 17

Playlists.. 36

Creating Playlists... 36 Playing Back Playlists.. 37 Other Operations of Playlists.. 38

Print Setting.. 39

DPOF Print Setting.. 39 Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer. 40

Other Settings.. 18

Grip Adjustment.. 18 Lens Cover.. 18 Checking the Remaining Battery Power. 18 Tripod Mounting.. 18 When Using a microSD Card.. 19
COPYING Copying Files.. 42
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera.. 42 Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the Camera.. 46 Using the Camera to Dub Files from a VCR/ DVD Player.. 47 Copying/Moving Files.. 48
RECORDING Recording Files.. 20
Video Recording.. 20 Still Image Recording.. 21 Zooming.. 22 LED Light... 22 Registering Files to Events. 23 Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media.. 23

Manual Recording. 24

To Change to Manual Recording Mode. 24 Program AE.. 24 Backlight Compensation.. 24 Manual Setting in Function Menu. 25

Playing Back Files.. 27

Video/Still Image Playback. 27 File Search Function. 28 To Play Back MPG Files.. 29 Playback with Special Effects.. 30

Remote Control

Infrared Beam Transmitting Window ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom In/Out ( pg. 22) Up Button Rotate Button (counterclockwise) ( pg. 27) Skip Backward Button Left Button Back Button PLAYLIST Button ( pg. 36) START/STOP Button SNAPSHOT Button ( pg. 21) INFO Button ( pg. 33) Skip Forward Button PLAY/PAUSE Button Right Button Next Button Down Button Rotate Button (clockwise) ( pg. 27) INDEX Button DISP Button
Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only
Selected Operation Mode Indicator ( pg. 24) : Auto Mode : Manual Mode Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 26) Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( pg. 26) LED Light Indicator ( pg. 22) Program AE Mode Indicator ( pg. 24) AV/S-Video Input Jack Indicator* ( pg. 63) Zoom Indicator ( pg. 22) Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 64) Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when [DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 64) Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg. 22) White Balance Indicator ( pg. 26) Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator ( pg. 25) Battery Indicator ( pg. 70) Date/Time ( pg. 17) Brightness Control Indicator ( pg. 64) Backlight Compensation Indicator ( pg. 24) Iris Lock Indicator ( pg. 25, 26) : Exposure Adjustment Indicator ( pg. 25) : Photometry Area Control Indicator ( pg. 26) Shutter Speed ( pg. 26)
Mode Indicator ( pg. 20) Counter Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) ( pg. 62) Remaining Time ( pg. 20, 73) REC: (Appears during recording.) ( pg. 20) : (Appears during record-standby mode.) Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator (Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 63) Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 63) Event Indicator ( pg. 23)
During Still Image Recording Only
Mode Indicator ( pg. 21) Focus Indicator ( pg. 25) Image Size ( pg. 63) Picture Quality: FINE (ne) or STD (standard) ( pg. 62) Remaining Number of Shots ( pg. 73) Shooting Indicator ( pg. 21) Shutter Mode Indicator ( pg. 62) Self-Timer Recording Indicator ( pg. 62)

During Video Playback

During Still Image Playback
Mode Indicator ( pg. 27) Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 30) Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( pg. 30) : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) ( pg. 37) : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video le from the event search.) ( pg. 28) : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video le from the date search.) ( pg. 28) Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) ( pg. 23, 62) Counter Playback Mode ( pg. 27) : Playback : Pause : Forward Search : Reverse Search : Forward Slow-Motion : Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 64) Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when [DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) ( pg. 64) Volume Level Indicator Battery Indicator ( pg. 70) Date/Time ( pg. 17)

Still Image Recording

Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode.
Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway.
The indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.
To view the image you just recorded Select after shooting. During the preview, you can delete the image by selecting. To change the picture quality Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY]. ( pg. 62) To record still images continuously Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in [SHUTTER MODE]. ( pg. 62)
Press the SNAPSHOT button fully to take the photo/picture.
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording. If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to
conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.
Recording Files (Continued)

Zooming

Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select or mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Zoom out Zoom in

LED Light

Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select or mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.
Touch the MENU button. Select [LIGHT]. Select the desired setting.
The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions.

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto
Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset) mode 70X mode 35X A To change the maximum zoom ratio (for mode only) Change the settings in [ZOOM]. ( pg. 63)
The light turns on automatically when shooting in insufcient light conditions. Disables this function.

No display

Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W.
Registering Files to Events
If you select an event to register the le to before starting recording, the le will be registered to the selected event, thus making the le easy to nd at playback. There are up to three different destinations within each event (for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3). Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.

Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media
Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press the INFO button.
Touch the MENU button. Select [REGISTER EVENT].
The maximum recording time is displayed for each picture quality mode ( : ULTRA FINE, : FINE, : NORMAL, : ECONOMY). To change the picture quality 1) Select the desired picture quality. 2) Touch the OK button.
Select the event that you want to register the le to.
To return to the normal screen Select.
To select a different destination, select

[SORT].

To cancel the event registration, select

[CANCEL].

The selected event is displayed on the screen. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To search a le by the event See page 28.
Once you register a le to a certain event, the setting will remain even if you turn the power off. Unless you change the setting, you will register a le to the same event that you had previously selected.

Manual Recording

Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually. Items for program AE setting NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically. TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. PORTRAIT: The subject in the foreground is accentuated by blurring the background. SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly. SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings, such as in snow. SPOTLIGHT: Select this when a spotlight makes a subject appear too bright.
To Change to Manual Recording Mode
Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select or mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Press twice.

AUTO / MANUAL

To return to the auto recording mode Press the AUTO/MANUAL button so that the indicator appears.

Backlight Compensation

Backlight compensation brightens the subject by increasing the exposure. After performing To Change to Manual Recording Mode ( left column)

Program AE

You can record videos or still images with optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. After performing To Change to Manual Recording Mode ( above)
Touch the MENU button. Select [BACKLIGHT COMP.]. Set to [ON].
Touch the MENU button. Select [PROGRAM AE]. Select the desired setting.
To cancel backlight compensation Select. For details on each setting, see the right column. To cancel program AE Select [OFF] in step 2.
Manual Setting in Function Menu
You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the function menus. After performing To Change to Manual Recording Mode ( pg. 24)

Select the desired setting.
Touch the MENU button. Select [MANUAL SETTING]. Select the desired menu.
For details on each menu, see below.
Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the touch sensor. The menu disappears and the indicator for the set function appears. To return to the previous screen Select. To quit the screen Touch the MENU button.
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset For mode [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically. 6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

Adjusts the brightness.
For mode [0]: The brightness is not adjusted. 2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1/3EV. To lock the exposure When the menu disappears after you nish conguring the setting, select [LOCK]. The indicator appears. [AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically. : Adjusts the focus manually. (When zooming, the subject will not go out of focus if you adjust the focus at the telephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide-angle (W) side.)

Adjusts the focus.

Manual Recording (Continued)
Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject so that the white paper lls the screen. 2) Keep touching the OK button until the indicator starts blinking then stops blinking. FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is used. [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. 1/2 to 1/4000 (For mode)/ 1/2 to 1/500 (For mode): The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed.
Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording.

SHUTTER SPEED

A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.
It is recommended to use the tripod ( pg. 18) when recording with a slow shutter speed. [WHOLE SCREEN]: Brightness is adjusted automatically for whole screen. SPOT: Brightness for the specied spot is adjusted automatically. Furthermore, brightness in the specied spot can be locked by selecting [LOCK]. The indicator appears. To cancel spot exposure control Select [WHOLE SCREEN] again so that the disappears. indicator

Select the desired title.
When playing back a playlist with a picture title, playback starts after the title is displayed for 5 seconds. To return to the previous screen Select. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To dub playlists using a VCR/DVD recorder ( pg. 46) Play back playlists by performing the following operations. 1) After performing steps 1-2 shown above, select [DUB]. 2) Select [YES].
For playlist without a picture title: A black
screen is displayed at the rst and the last scene for 5 seconds. For playlist with a picture title: The title is displayed at the rst scene for 10 seconds.

Playlists (Continued)

Other Operations of Playlists
You can perform additional editing and delete les in a created playlist. Preparation: Perform steps 1-2. ( pg. 36) Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist Deleting Playlist
Select [DELETE]. Select a playlist you want to delete.
To delete all playlists at once, select [DELETE ALL].
Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit.
To add or delete les, follow the steps 5 to 8 in Creating Playlists. ( pg. 36)
When [DELETE PLAYLIST?] appears, select [YES].
Adding a Picture Title to Playlist

Changing Playlist Names

Select [SET TITLE]. Select the desired playlist. Select the desired picture title.
Select [RENAME PLAYLIST]. Select the desired playlist. Select the desired letter.
Repeat this process to complete the
You can change the character types
(capital letters, small letters or marks) by selecting [A/a/@]. To correct a letter, move the cursor to the letter by sliding your nger up and down, then select [CLEAR].
When [QUIT?] appears, select [SAVE AND QUIT].

Print Setting

DPOF Print Setting
This camera 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 take the recording medium to a photo lab for printing. Preparation: Slide the mode switch to mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
Select the number of prints. (max. 15 prints)
To set print information for other images, repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to 999 les.) To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To cancel the selection Set the number of prints to 00 in step 5.
Touch the MENU button. Select [DPOF].

Select the desired disc number.
If you select [ALL], all discs in the list are

created.

To preview scenes, select [CHECK].
When the index screen of individual scenes appears, select the le, and touch the OK button. To return to previous screen, select. mark shows that the disc is created already.
Select [SELECT AND CREATE].
A disc begins to be created. When
[COMPLETED] appears, touch the OK button. When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC] appears, change the disc. The second disc begins to be created. To cancel the disc creation, select [STOP]. To quit the screen 1) Select [EXIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].
Files are sorted according to the date on which they were recorded. Relevant les are displayed in a list. Select the recording date, and touch the OK button. [CREATE BY EVENT]: Files are sorted according to event. Relevant les are displayed in a list. Select the event, and touch the OK button. [CREATE BY PLAYLIST]: Files are sorted according to playlist. The selected playlists are displayed in a list. 1) Select the desired list, and touch the OK button. 2) Select the insertion point and select. To select other lists, repeat this process. [SELECT FROM SCENES]: Select les individually. 1) Select the desired le, and touch the OK button. 2) Select the insertion point and select. To select other les, repeat this process.
When executing [CREATE BY PLAYLIST], date/time on the le information display shows the date of copying the le, instead of the actual recording date. To duplicate a disc The last creation date is displayed. (Up to 20 les) 1) In step 1 ( left column), select [CREATE DUPLICATE]. 2) Select the date and touch the OK button, then go to step 4. To check whether the DVD disc was created properly In step 1 ( left column), select [PLAYBACK], and touch the OK button.
To play back the created disc using the camera 1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner. ( pg. 42) 2) To view the disc on TV, connect the camera to TV. ( pg. 31) 3) Turn on the camera. 4) Select [PLAYBACK]. 5) Select the desired folder. 6) Select the creation date of the disc. 7) Select the desired le. To return to the previous screen, select. Disc number Disc number shows the number of DVD discs you can create. The dubbing range of each disc is automatically allocated, presuming that all the les are to be dubbed from the rst one on the list. This dubbing range cannot be changed. E.g.) DVD1 can contain two les, JAN.01.2007 and JAN.15.2007.
Title and chapter of created DVD Each recording date becomes one title in a created DVD and each le recorded in a same day becomes one chapter in the title.
Jan. 10. 2007: le 1 and 2 were recorded. File 2 File 1 Jan. 11. 2007: le 3 and 4 were recorded. File 3 File 4 Create a DVD

AV Cable VCR/DVD Player

AV Output Jack
You can also connect the cables using the jacks on the Everio dock connectors. The S-Video cable (optional) enables even higher quality dubbing. ( pg. 10) When other devices such as a DVD burner are connected to the Everio dock, turn the power of these devices off.* * GZ-MG330 model does not include the Everio dock.

Copying/Moving Files

You can copy or move les in the HDD and microSD card using the on-screen display. Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select or mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. Make sure that microSD card is inserted in the microSD slot. Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium.
File transfer starts. When [COPYING/ MOVING COMPLETED] appears, touch the OK button. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To stop the le transfer 1) Select [STOP]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].
Touch the MENU button. Select [COPY] or [MOVE].

[COPY]:

Files are copied to the destination medium while leaving original les in the source medium. [MOVE]: Files are moved to the destination medium while deleting original les (except read-only les) in the source medium.
Set the direction of copy/move by selecting [UPDATE]. (HDD SD or SD HDD)
Set the le unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to copy/move by selecting [SELECT].

[FILE]:

Select when you want to transfer the selected les. 1) Select the desired le, and touch the OK button. The mark appears on the le. To select other les, repeat this step. 2) Select. [ALL]: Select when you want to transfer all les in the recording medium.

PC OPERATION

File Backup on a Windows PC
Install the software that came with the camera to your PC. You can back up your les on your PC with a simple one-touch operation, edit your les on your PC, and also create discs. Even if you do not install the software, you can still back up your les on your PC. ( pg. 53) For the compatible DVD burners, refer to CyberLink web site: http://www.cyberlink.com/english/products/ powerproducer/3/comp_dvd_drives.jsp

System Requirements

OS: Either one of the following OS should be preinstalled (32-bit): Windows XP Home Edition (SP2), Windows XP Professional (SP2), Windows VistaTM Home Basic, Windows VistaTM Home Premium CPU: Intel Pentium 4, at least 1.6 GHz (at least 2.2 GHz recommended) Intel Pentium M, at least 1.4 GHz Intel CoreTM Duo, at least 1.5 GHz RAM: [XP] At least 256 MB (For creating DVD Video by PowerCinema ( pg. 55), 1 GB or more) [Vista] At least 1 GB (2 GB or more recommended) Free hard disk space: At least 550 MB for installation For creating DVD Video, at least 10 GB recommended For creating VCD, at least 1 GB recommended USB port: USB 2.0 port Display: Must be capable of displaying at least 1024 x 768 (XGA) in high color 16 bit or higher (1280 x 1024 (SXGA) or higher is recommended) Miscellaneous: Internet Explorer 5.5 or later DirectX 9.0 or later Supported media: DVD-Video: DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW DVD-VR: DVD-RW, DVD-RAM DVD+VR: DVD+RW VideoCD: CD-R/RW

Never disconnect the USB cable while the
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or blinks. Do not turn off the camera when the USB cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions of the PC. Connect the camera directly to the USB jack on the PC, not through a hub. Do not use an extension USB cable. Saving the wrong kinds of les in a recording medium or deleting les or folders from a recording medium can cause problems with the operation of the camera. When it is necessary to delete a le from a recording medium, delete it through the camera. Also, do not move or rename folders and les in the medium on PC.
When you have nished operation Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camera, or turning off the power of the camera/PC. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camera and PC. 1) Conrm that the access/charge lamp on the camera does not light or blink. (If the access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.) 2) Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar. 3) Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or [USB Disk], and then click [Stop]. 4) Click [OK]. 5) Disconnect the USB cable. 6) Turn off the camera and PC.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. On the camera, press the DIRECT BACK UP button.
Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need to use it. File copy starts automatically.

File Backup on the PC

This method uses the software on the provided CD-ROM to back up les onto your PC. Video les that have never been backed up onto the connected PC are automatically selected from the back up history and backed up. If you could not install the software, turn to page 53 for details of how to back up your les without using this software. Preparation: Install the software from the provided CDROM. ( pg. 50) Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg. 51)
When the progress bar disappears, the process is complete.
When backup is performed, folders for each medium (HDD or microSD) are created in the [MyWorks] folder ( pg. 51), and the les are backed up inside those folders. (If backup is performed from more than one camera HDD, individual HDD folders are created.)

AUTO POWER OFF

If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power.

DISPLAY ON TV

Displays the cameras on-screen display on TV.
This setting is available only if the TV is connected with the AV/S-Video cables. If connected with a DV cable, cameras on-screen display can not be displayed on TV.

FACTORY PRESET

Returns all the camera settings to their default values.
YES: Performs the function. NO: Cancels the function. DATE / TIME

CLOCK ADJUST

Enables you to set the time. ( pg. 13)
VIDEO NO. RESET IMAGE NO. RESET
By resetting the le number (name), a new folder will be made. The new les will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new les from previously recorded les.
YES: Performs reset. NO: Cancels reset.
Even if you select [YES], you can cancel the process by selecting [STOP].

FORMAT SD CARD

You have to format newly purchased microSD cards with this camera before using them. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the microSD card.
[FILE]: Initializes all les in the microSD card. FILE + MANAGEMNET NO: Initializes all les and management numbers in the microSD card.

FORMAT HDD

This will ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the hard disk drive.
[FILE]: Initializes all les in the hard disk drive. FILE + MANAGEMNET NO: Initializes all les and management numbers in the hard disk drive.

CLEAN-UP HDD

Writing speed to HDD tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. Execute cleanup periodically to regain the writing speed.
YES: Performs cleanup. NO: Cancels the function.
Even if you select [YES], you can stop the process by selecting [STOP].

DELETE DATA ON HDD

This will make it more difcult to recover data on the HDD which has already been erased. It is recommended that you activate this function when disposing of the camera to prevent illegal data recovery (using commercially available software).
YES: Deletes data on HDD. NO: Cancels the function.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Troubleshooting
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. The following phenomena are not malfunctions. The camera heats up when it is used for a long time. The battery heats up during charging. When playing back a video le, the image stops momentarily or the sound is interrupted at junctions between scenes.

To solve the problem, rst follow the

instructions below.

If the problem is not solved, reset the

camera. ( below)

If the problem persists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer. To reset the camera 1) Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then reattach it. 2) Select [FACTORY PRESET] from the MENU. ( pg. 65)

Trouble

No power is supplied.

Action

Connect the AC adapter securely. Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it rmly. Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one. If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power
is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming. Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

No display appears.

The power was turned off accidentally.
Move to a place where not affected by vibration or excessive sound. The drop detection function operated. Close the LCD Fully charge the battery, and then run it down. If the
monitor and open it again. To turn off this function, set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF]. 16 problem persists, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one. 72
The displayed amount of remaining battery power differs from the actual operating time. The power does not turn on, or the battery operation time is extremely short even after the battery is fully charged. The access/charge lamp on the camera does not light during charging.
Make sure to use the camera under appropriate operating temperatures. The battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please

purchase a new one.

Charging may stop in places subject to extremely high/low
temperatures to protect the battery. It is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light. Check the remaining battery power.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish. Colored bright spots appear on the LCD monitor. Aspect ratio of the image is strange when watching images on TV.
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. When the LED light reaches the end of its service life,
images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the picture. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%) 65 the aspect ratio of the image with the screen size of the connected TV.

113 mm x 68 mm x 54 mm (4-1/2" x 2-11/16" x 2-3/16")

Recording mode (video)

ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR) FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR) NORMAL: 720 x 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR) ECONOMY: 352 x 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)

Weight

Approx. 315 g (0.69 lbs) (incl. grip belt) Approx. 360 g (0.79 lbs) (incl. battery and grip belt)

Recording mode (audio)

ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps

Operating temperature

0C to 40C (32F to 104F)

For still image Format

Operating humidity

35% to 80%

Image size

1 mode (640 x 480)

Storage temperature

20C to 50C (4F to 122F)

Picture quality

2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

Pickup
1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD
F 1.8 to 4.0, f = 2.2 mm to 77 mm, 35:1 power zoom lens
For connectors AV input/output*

Filter diameter

30.5 mm

LCD monitor

2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Video input: 0.8 V (p-p) ~ 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Audio intput: 300 mV (rms), 50 k Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k * Only GZ-MG365/335
Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant

Speaker

Monaural
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) (recommended shooting distance)
Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output ,1A DC 11 V

Language

English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/ Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese
Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Operating distance Within 5 m (16.4 ft) Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8") Weight Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) (incl. battery) Design and specications subject to change without notice.
Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)
Recording medium Quality ULTRA FINE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY *1 GZ-MG335/330 *2 GZ-MGGB*2250 HDD 60 GB*4500 microSD Card 4 GB 113 298
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
Recording medium Image size/Quality 640 x 480 / FINE 640 x 480 / STANDARD *1 GZ-MG335/330 *2 GZ-MG365 HDD 30 GB*GB*MB microSD Card 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 9999 9999
Required charging/recording time (approx.)
*When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.

LCD Monitor

To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT. push it strongly or apply any shocks. place the camera with LCD monitor on the bottom. To prolong service life. avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

Main Unit

For safety, DO NOT. open the cameras chassis. disassemble or modify the unit. allow inammables, water or metal objects to enter the unit. remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. leave the battery pack attached when the camera is not in use. place naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. leave dust or metal objects adhered to the power plug or an AC wall outlet. insert any objects in the camera. Avoid using the unit. in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove. in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. near a television set. near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric elds (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). in places subject to extremely high (over 40C) or extremely low (under 0C) temperatures. in places where the air pressure is low (more than 3000 m (9870 ft) above the sea level). DO NOT leave the unit. in places of over 50C. in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). in direct sunlight. in a closed car in summer. near a heater. in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit in high places while a cable is connected may result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and the unit falls onto the oor. To protect the unit, DO NOT. allow it to become wet. drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. expose the lens to direct sunlight. swing it excessively when using the hand strap. swing the soft camera case excessively when the camera is inside it. To prevent the unit from dropping,
Declaration of Conformity Model Number: GZ-MG365U/GZ-MG335U/ GZ-MG330U 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 the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not approved by JVC could void the users authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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 cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
HARD DRIVE CAMCORDER VIDEOCMARA CON DISCO DURO
GZ-MG365 GZ-MG335 GZ-MG330

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.

Apreciado cliente
Muchas gracias por haber adquirido esta cmara con disco duro integrado. Antes de usarla, lea la informacin de seguridad y las precauciones contenidas en las pginas 2 y 3 para garantizar un uso seguro de este producto.

Para futuras consultas:

Escriba a continuacin el nmero de modelo (situado en la base de la cmara) y el nmero de serie (situado en el compartimiento de la batera de la cmara).
Nmero de modelo Nmero de serie

ESPAOL

Please also refer to the GUIDEBOOK (PDF) contained in the supplied CD-ROM for further details on the operations. Consulte tambin la GUA (PDF) que se encuentra en el CD-ROM suministrado para obtener ms informacin sobre las operaciones.

Easy Start Guide

Preparation

Open the lens cover

Attach the battery pack

Video recording

(video) mode Select recording (REC) mode
The camera turns on automatically.

Select

SELECT PLAY/REC

Playing back

(video) mode Select playback (PLAY) mode to display thumbnails on the screen

Open the LCD monitor

Press the START/STOP button to start recording
Select the desired le using the touch sensor. And then touch the OK button to start playback

To stop playback

Select.

Safety Precautions

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION:

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTES:

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufcient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16 ") 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 ame 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 lled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, ower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, re or electric shock may be caused.) 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 re or electric shock.

Everio Dock* CU-VC4U ( below)

AC Adapter AP-V18U/14U

Battery Pack BN-VF808U

Audio/Video Cable

USB Cable ( pg. 22, 25 and 30)

Shoulder Strap ( pg. 15)

CD-ROM ( pg. 24, 28)
Remote Control Unit RM-V751U ( pg. 15)
Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit.

Core Filter

Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
How to Use the Everio Dock*
You can connect cables to the connectors of the Everio dock. The connection is completed when you place the camera on the dock.
Camera Connection Terminal S-Video Jack AV Jack DC Jack DV Jack

USB Jack

For the connection using the S-Video jack and DV jack, an optional S-Video cable and DV cable are needed. Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core lter to the camera. The core lter reduces interference. The S-Video cable (optional) enables even higher playback quality on TV. ( pg. 19) Be sure to use the YTU94146A S-Video cable.
* GZ-MG330 model does not include the Everio dock.
The LCD monitor can rotate 270.

Power-linked operation

You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. Be careful not to cover , , and during shooting.

Camera

Touch Sensor ( pg. 6) OK (DISP) Button [OK/DISP] ( pg. 13) Menu Button [MENU] Power Switch [POWER] (You can turn off the camera by pressing and holding this button.) Speaker Playback/Recording Mode Switching Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] ( pg. 16) Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE] (Blinks when you access les or charge the battery. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery pack/AC adapter while accessing les.) Direct DVD Button [DIRECT DVD] ( pg. 22)/Title Button [TITLE] Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK UP] ( pg. 26)/Information Button [INFO] ( pg. 15) Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/ MANUAL] Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/ STOP] ( pg. 16) Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT] ( pg. 17) Zoom Lever [W ,T ] Speaker Volume Control [VOL+] ( pg. 18) Mode Switch [ , ] DC Jack [DC] ( pg. 14) Audio/Video Jack [AV] USB (Universal Serial Bus) Jack [ ] ( pg. 22, 25 and 30) LED Light Camera Sensor Remote Sensor ( pg. 15) Lens Cover Lens Lens Cover Switch [ , ] Stereo Microphone microSD Card Slot Stud Hole Tripod Mounting Socket Battery Release Button [BATT.] ( pg. 14) Battery Pack Mount ( pg. 14) Grip Strap

Remote Control

Infrared Beam Transmitting Window ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom In/Out Up Button Rotate Button (counterclockwise) ( pg. 18) Skip Backward Button Left Button Back Button PLAYLIST Button START/STOP Button SNAPSHOT Button ( pg. 17) INFO Button ( pg. 15) Skip Forward Button PLAY/PAUSE Button Right Button Next Button Down Button Rotate Button (clockwise) ( pg. 18) INDEX Button DISP Button

Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only

[5h56m] 0:04:01 1/250

JA N. 2 0. 4:55PM
Selected Operation Mode Indicator : Auto Mode : Manual Mode Effect Mode Indicator Tele Macro Mode Indicator LED Light Indicator Program AE Mode Indicator AV/S-Video Input Jack Indicator* Zoom Indicator Selected Medium Indicator Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when [DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) Approximate Zoom Ratio White Balance Indicator Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator Battery Indicator ( pg. 35) Date/Time ( pg. 14) Brightness Control Indicator Backlight Compensation Indicator Iris Lock Indicator : Exposure Adjustment Indicator : Metering Area Control Indicator Shutter Speed
Mode Indicator Counter Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) Remaining Time ( pg. 16, 37) REC: (Appears during recording.) ( pg. 16) : (Appears during record-standby mode.) Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator (Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) Wind Cut Indicator Event Indicator
During Still Image Recording Only

FINE [ ] PHOTO 10

Mode Indicator Focus Indicator Image Size Picture Quality: FINE (ne) or STD (standard) Remaining Number of Shots ( pg. 37) Shooting Indicator ( pg. 17) Shutter Mode Indicator Self-Timer Recording Indicator

During Video Playback

During Still Image Playback

9X - :55:

101-0098
Mode Indicator ( pg. 18) Effect Mode Indicator Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video le from the event search.) : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video le from the date search.) Picture Quality: (ULTRA FINE), (FINE), (NORMAL), (ECONOMY) Counter Playback Mode ( pg. 18) : Playback : Pause : Forward Search : Reverse Searc : Forward Slow-Motion : Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) Selected Medium Indicator Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when [DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) Volume Level Indicator Battery Indicator ( pg. 35) Date/Time ( pg. 14)
Mode Indicator ( pg. 18) Effect Mode Indicator Folder/File Number Slide Show Playback Indicator ( pg. 18) Selected Medium Indicator Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when [DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) Battery Indicator ( pg. 35) Date/Time ( pg. 14)
Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch the DISP button, indications on LCD monitor switch as shown below; In recording mode: All indications/Indications for selected functions In playback mode: All indications/Only date and time/ No indications

On-screen function guide

The on-screen function guide is displayed at the bottom of the screen during menu display, etc.

Video/Still Image Playback

Select the desired le.

VIDEO PLAYBACK
Slide the mode switch to select (video) or (still image) mode.
To watch on TV See page 19.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
To check the le information Press the INFO button when playback is paused. To adjust the sound volume of videos
The index screen for videos appears.

Turn down the volume

Turn up the volume
Operations during Video Playback
Operations during Still Image Playback
: Return to the rst scene of the le : Go to the rst scene of the next le : Return to the index screen : Reverse search (during playback) : Frame-by-frame playback in reverse direction (during pause)* : Playback : Pause : Forward search (during playback) : Frame-by-frame playback in forward direction (during pause)* * Slow playback starts when you keep touching the sensor button under / for a while.
: Return to the rst scene of the le : Change playback order of slide show in reverse direction : Rotate 90 degrees clockwise : Change playback order of slide show in forward direction : Return to the index screen : Display the previous le : Start/end the slide show : Display the next le

Watching Images on TV

Preparation: Set [SWITCH TO ANALOG I/O] to [OUTPUT] from the MENU. (Factory-preset = [OUTPUT])* Turn off all units.

AV Jack DC Jack

AV Cable

To AC Outlet AC Adapter

AV Input Jack
(optional) enables even higher playback quality. ( pg. 9) When other devices such as a DVD burner are connected to the Everio dock, turn the power of these devices off.* This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. * GZ-MG330 model does not include the Everio dock.
You can also connect the cables using the Everio dock connectors. The S-Video cable
Turn on the camera and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
(Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder)
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set it to its AUX input mode. Start playback on the camera. ( pg. 18)

Deleting/Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 20)
Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT ALL]. When [DELETE ALL?] or [PROTECT ALL?] appears, select [YES].

DELETE ALL?

(EXCEPT PROTECTED FILE)
To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To release protection Select the protected le in step 4 (Deleting/Protecting Files pg. 20). To release protection of all les 1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL]. 2) Select [YES].

Copying Files

Types of Copying and Connectable Device The Camera You can copy still images from HDD onto microSD card or from microSD card to HDD with this camera alone. Connection with a DVD Burner Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
To AC Outlet AC Adapter USB Jack DC Jack
DVD Burner (CU-VD3) You can copy video/still image les recorded on this camera onto DVD discs. ( right column)
PC You can copy video/still image les on this camera onto your PC. ( pg. 23 to 32)

DVD Burner

USB Cable
Use the USB cable that came with the DVD burner. Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied Files that have never been copied to the DVD discs are automatically selected and copied.
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera
Supported discs: 12cm DVD-R, DVD-RW
Regarding DVD-R discs, only unused DVDR discs can be used. Regarding DVD-RW discs, used DVD-RW discs can also be used, but they need to be formatted before recording. Formatting a disc deletes all content recorded on the disc up until that time. Dual-layer discs cannot be used. Regarding nalization after copying The disc is automatically nalized so that it can be played on other devices. After nalizing, the disc is a play-only disc, so no more les can be added.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Press the DIRECT DVD button. Select [EXECUTE].
The DVD disc begins to be created.
When [COMPLETED] appears, touch the OK button. When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC] appears, change the disc. The second DVD disc begins to be created. To cancel the DVD creation, select [CANCEL]. To quit the screen 1) Select [QUIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].

PC OPERATION

File Backup on a Windows PC
Install the software that came with the camera to your PC. You can back up your les on your PC with a simple one-touch operation, edit your les on your PC, and also create discs. Even if you do not install the software, you can still back up your les on your PC. ( pg. 27) For the compatible DVD burners, refer to CyberLink web site: http://www.cyberlink.com/english/products/ powerproducer/3/comp_dvd_drives.jsp

System Requirements

OS: Either one of the following OS should be preinstalled (32-bit): Windows XP Home Edition (SP2), Windows XP Professional (SP2), Windows VistaTM Home Basic, Windows VistaTM Home Premium CPU: Intel Pentium 4, at least 1.6 GHz (at least 2.2 GHz recommended) Intel Pentium M, at least 1.4 GHz Intel CoreTM Duo, at least 1.5 GHz RAM: [XP] At least 256 MB (For creating DVD Video by PowerCinema, 1 GB or more) [Vista] At least 1 GB (2 GB or more recommended) Free hard disk space: At least 550 MB for installation For creating DVD Video, at least 10 GB recommended For creating VCD, at least 1 GB recommended USB port: USB 2.0 port Display: Must be capable of displaying at least 1024 x 768 (XGA) in high color 16 bit or higher (1280 x 1024 (SXGA) or higher is recommended) Miscellaneous: Internet Explorer 5.5 or later DirectX 9.0 or later Supported media: DVD-Video: DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW DVD-VR: DVD-RW, DVD-RAM DVD+VR: DVD+RW VideoCD: CD-R/RW
The system requirements information is not a guarantee that the provided software will work on all personal computers meeting those requirements.
File Backup on a Windows PC (Continued)

Software Installation

Please read the JVC SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT in the CD-ROM instruction before you install software. The following software is included in the CDROM that came with your camera.
You can nd the latest information on the provided software program at CyberLinks world wide web server at http://www2.cli. co.jp/products/ne/

CyberLink DVD Solution

Preparation: Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.)
Comprehensive application software that consists of the following three kinds of software. PowerCinema NE for Everio The main le managing software. You can perform various operations such as le backup, playback, and DVD authoring.
Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen appears. If the [SETUP] screen does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon in [My Computer].
Click [Easy Installation].
If you want to specify the type of software to install or the installation destination folder etc., select [Custom Installation]. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software.

You can perform detailed settings for each item. Select a function on the right, and the explanation of function is displayed. Displays operating procedure for each function. (internet connection is required) Plays back video les on the PC Plays back still image les on the PC Copies/edits les on the PC Burns le that are backed up on the PC onto a DVD Creates a DVD-Video Backs up camera les onto the PC ( pg. 26) PowerProducer 3 NE Allows you to create discs. Automatically starts from an operation in PowerCinema NE for Everio. PowerDirector 5 NE Express Allows you to edit les on your PC. Automatically starts from an operation in PowerCinema NE for Everio.

Click [Yes].

Digital Photo Navigator 1.5
Allows you to change the format of still image les backed up on your PC.
Select the desired language and click [OK].
Connecting the Camera to the PC
Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
The software installation starts.

USB Cable AC Adapter

To AC Outlet

Click [Finish].

USB Port
When installation is completed
The installed software is displayed in [All Programs].
Never disconnect the USB cable while the
The backup destination folder [MyWorks] for les is created on the hard disk drive that has the most free space.
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or blinks. Do not turn off the camera when the USB cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions of the PC. Connect the camera directly to the USB jack on the PC, not through a hub. Do not use an extension USB cable. Saving the wrong kinds of les in a recording medium or deleting les or folders from a recording medium can cause problems with the operation of the camera. When it is necessary to delete a le from a recording medium, delete it through the camera. Also, do not move or rename folders and les in the medium on PC.
When you have nished operation Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camera, or turning off the power of the camera/PC. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camera and PC. 1) Conrm that the access/charge lamp on the camera does not light or blink. (If the access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.) 2) Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar. 3) Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or [USB Disk], and then click [Stop]. 4) Click [OK]. 5) Disconnect the USB cable. 6) Turn off the camera and PC.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. On the camera, press the DIRECT BACK UP button.

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol. Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.
Recording Playback Other problems
continuous shots, depending on the recording media, or under certain recording conditions. 19
The temperature of the camera is increasing. If the
camera continues to heat up, playback may be stopped to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the power, and then wait until the camera cools down. 21 20
Remove protection from the les and delete them. There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or Push the microSD card in a few more times.
more) stored in the recording medium. Copy the stored les to other devices, and delete them from the recording medium.
Another operation is being attempted while a DVD burner
that is turned on is connected. Turn off the camera connected to the DVD burner, or disconnect the USB cable.
Touch the sensors with your nger. The sensors do not
function if you touch them with your nger nail or with gloves on.

Warning Indications

Indication Meaning/Action

Exhausted

Displays the remaining battery power.

(Battery indicator) High

As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. Appears when the date/time is not set. The built-in clocks rechargeable lithium battery is
SET DATE/TIME! discharged, so the previously set date/time is erased. Connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clocks lithium battery. Then set the date/time.

CHECK LENS COVER

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on in recording
mode if the lens cover is closed or when it is dark.
Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media. Turn off the camera. Remove the microSD card and insert it
HDD ERROR! MEMORY CARD ERROR! again. Turn on the camera after inserting the microSD card. If the error message appears again, replace the card with one that is certied to operate correctly. It is also recommended to run check disc regularly on the PC, providing that there is no data on the hard disk of the camera.
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS BROKEN. TO RECORD/PLAYBACK VIDEO, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED. RECOVER? CAN NOT READ EVENT INFORMATION
The video management le is broken. Recovery is required
to record or play back video les. Select [YES], then touch the OK button to recover the video management le.
Appears when the event information cannot be read.
Register the le to an event.

The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the

RECORDING FAILURE

recording medium is corrupted. Use a microSD card that is guaranteed to operate correctly. The hard disk was subjected to vibrations or jolts. Be careful not to subject the hard disk to vibrations or jolts. Appears when the recording medium is full and recording is not possible. Delete unnecessary les, or replace the microSD card.
POWER IS OFF, OR USB DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED DROP DETECTION WORKED AND THE POWER IS TURNED OFF
Appears when an incompatible USB device is connected to the camera. Appears when a DVD burner that is switched off is
connected. If you want to use the DVD burner, switch the power on. open it again.
To turn on the camera again, close the LCD monitor and

Specications

For general Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)

For video/Audio Format

SD-VIDEO
Recording/Playback format
Video: MPEG-2 Audio: Dolby Digital (2 ch)

Power consumption

Approx. 2.7 W* * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.

Signal format

NTSC standard

Recording mode (video)

ULTRA FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 8.5 Mbps (VBR) FINE: 720 x 480 pixels, 5.5 Mbps (VBR) NORMAL: 720 x 480 pixels, 4.2 Mbps (VBR) ECONOMY: 352 x 240 pixels, 1.5 Mbps (VBR)

Dimensions (W x H x D)

113 mm x 68 mm x 54 mm (4-1/2" x 2-11/16" x 2-3/16")

Weight

Approx. 315 g (0.69 lbs) (incl. grip belt) Approx. 360 g (0.79 lbs) (incl. battery and grip belt)

Recording mode (audio)

ULTRA FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps FINE: 48 kHz, 384 kbps NORMAL: 48 kHz, 256 kbps ECONOMY: 48 kHz, 128 kbps

Operating temperature

0C to 40C (32F to 104F)

For still image Format

Operating humidity

35% to 80%

Image size

1 mode (640 x 480)

Storage temperature

20C to 50C (4F to 122F)

Picture quality

2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

Pickup
1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD
F 1.8 to 4.0, f = 2.2 mm to 77 mm, 35:1 power zoom lens
For connectors AV input/output*

Filter diameter

30.5 mm

LCD monitor

2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Video input: 0.8 V (p-p) ~ 1.2 V (p-p), 75 Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Audio intput: 300 mV (rms), 50 k Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k * Only GZ-MG365/335
Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0 compliant

Speaker

Monaural

LED Light

Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) (recommended shooting distance)

AC Adapter

Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output ,1A DC 11 V

Language

English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/ Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese
Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Operating distance Within 5 m (16.4 ft) Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm (1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8") Weight Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs) (incl. battery) Design and specications subject to change without notice.
Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)
Recording medium Quality ULTRA FINE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY *1 GZ-MG335/330 *2 GZ-MGGB*2250 HDD 60 GB*4500 microSD Card 4 GB 113 298
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
Recording medium Image size/Quality 640 x 480 / FINE 640 x 480 / STANDARD *1 GZ-MG335/330 *2 GZ-MG365 HDD 30 GB*GB*MB microSD Card 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 9999 9999
Required charging/recording time (approx.) * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Battery pack BN-VF808U (Provided) BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Charging time 1 hr. 30 min. 2 hr. 40 min. 3 hr. 50 min. Recording time 1 hr. 50 min.* 3 hr. 40 min.* 5 hr. 30 min.*

Cautions

When using the AC adapter in areas other than the USA The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the units power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a Siemens Plug, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Plug Adapter

Recording Medium

Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data.
Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
Do not splash the recording medium with water. Do not use, replace, or store the recording
medium in locations that are exposed to strong static electricity or electrical noise. Do not turn off the camera power or remove the battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback, or when otherwise accessing the recording medium. Do not bring the recording medium near objects that have a strong magnetic eld or that emit strong electromagnetic waves. Do not store the recording medium in locations with high temperature or high humidity. Do not touch the metal parts.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: Terminals
When formatting or erasing data using the
camera, only the le administration information is changed. 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.
To avoid hazards. do not burn. do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. do not modify or disassemble. do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch re. use only specied chargers. To prevent damage and prolong service life. do not subject to unnecessary shock. charge within the temperature range of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging. store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life. fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time. remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.

LCD Monitor

To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT. push it strongly or apply any shocks. place the camera with LCD monitor on the bottom. To prolong service life. avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

Main Unit

For safety, DO NOT. open the cameras chassis. disassemble or modify the unit. allow inammables, water or metal objects to enter the unit. remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. leave the battery pack attached when the camera is not in use. place naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. leave dust or metal objects adhered to the power plug or an AC wall outlet. insert any objects in the camera. Avoid using the unit. in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove. in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. near a television set. near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric elds (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). in places subject to extremely high (over 40C) or extremely low (under 0C) temperatures. in places where the air pressure is low (more than 3000 m (9870 ft) above the sea level). DO NOT leave the unit. in places of over 50C. in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). in direct sunlight. in a closed car in summer. near a heater. in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit in high places while a cable is connected may result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and the unit falls onto the oor. To protect the unit, DO NOT. allow it to become wet. drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. expose the lens to direct sunlight. swing it excessively when using the hand strap. swing the soft camera case excessively when the camera is inside it. To prevent the unit from dropping,

Declaration of Conformity Model Number: GZ-MG365U/GZ-MG335U/ GZ-MG330U 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 the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not approved by JVC could void the users authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 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 cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Attach the shoulder strap securely and fasten
the grip belt securely. camera to the tripod securely.
When using the camera with a tripod, attach the
If the camera drops, you may be injured and the camera may be damaged. When a child uses the unit, there must be parental guidance.

AC Adapter.. 14, 38

Macintosh.. 30
Battery Pack... 14, 15, 38
Power-Linked Operation.. 10 Protecting Files.. 20