JVC GZ-MS150SUS Owner's manual

-JVC

MEMORY CAMERA

GZ-MS150U

Basic User Guide

LYT2340-OOIB-M

Everio

Dear Customers

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.

Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on p. 2 and p. 24 to ensure safe

use of this product.

A "Basic User Guide" (this manual) and a "Detailed User Guide" are available for this

product.

For more details on operating this product, please refer to the "Detailed User Guide"

at the following website.

• http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

• You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM. (p. 18)

For Future Reference:

Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of tile camera) and Serial No.

(located on the battery pack mount of the camera) below.

Model No.

Serial No.

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CASTELLANO

Safety Precautions

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

_ghtn_ng ftash w_th arrowhead symbol within an

presence of un_nsu_ated "dangerous voltage" within the

product's enclosure that may be of suff_dent magnitude

point within an equ_atera_ tdangle _s

_ntended to a_ert the user to the presence of mportant

operating and mantenance (servicing) nstructions _n

the _terature accompanying the appliance

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire

or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.

Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C

(212°F) or incinerate.

Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo, Sony or

Maxell CR2025.

Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is

incorrectly replaced.

• Dispose of used battery promptly.

• Keep away from children.

• Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

For USA-California Only

This product contains a OR Coin Cell Lithium

Battery which contains Perchlorate Material

-special handling may apply.

See www.dtsc.ca.qov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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 (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 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.)

Do not point the lens directly into the SUB. 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 this unit and to the user.

Carrying or holding this unit 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 unit.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video etc) to this unit

and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended

as tripping on the cables will cause this unit to fall

resulting in damage.

CAUTION:

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

• Remove the mains plug immediately if the

camcorder functions abnormally.

WARNING:

The battery pack, the camcorder with battery

installed, and the remote control with battery

installed should not be exposed to excessive heat

such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings 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. Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from

the apparatus.

10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

11. Use only with the cart,

stand, tripod, bracket,

or table specified by

the manufacturer, or

sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used,

use caution when

moving the cart/

apparatus combination

to avoid injury from tip-over.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way, such as power-supply

cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled

or objects have fallen into the apparatus the

apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture

does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

"_ If this symbol is shown, it is only valid

in the European Union.

Remember that this unit is intended for

3rivate 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

• Windows ® is either registered trademark or

trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the

United States and/or other countries.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

• iMovie and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• YouTube TM and the YouTube logo are

trademarks and/or registered trademarks of

YouTube LLC.

• Intel Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or

registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its

subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.

• Other product and company names included in

this instruction manual are trademarks and/or

registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Make a backup of important recorded data

JVC wiJl not be responsibJe for any Jestdata. It is

recommended to copy your important recorded

data to adisc or other recording media for storage.

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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Contents

Safety Precautions ............................... 2

Verifying the Accessories .................... 4

Names of Parts and Functions ............. 5

),Getting Started ........................... 6

Charging the Battery Pack ................... 6

Grip Adjustment ................................... 7

Using as a Hand Strap ......................... 7

Inserting an SD Card ........................... 8

Clock Setting ..................................... 10

),Recording ................................. 12

Video Recording ................................ 12

),Playback ................................... 13

Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit

........................................................... 13

Playing Back on TV ............................ 14

I_Copying .................................... 15

Copying Files ..................................... 15

Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD

Recorder or VCR ............................... 16

Copying to Computer ......................... 17

I_Further Information ................... 20

Operating the Menu ........................... 20

Recordable Time ............................... 21

Troubleshooting ................................. 22

Cautions ............................................ 24

Specifications .................................... 26

A "Basic User Guide" (this manual) and a "Detailed User Guide" are available for this product.

For more details on operating this product, please refer to the "Detailed User Guide" at the

following website.

• http:llmanual.jvc.co.jplindex.htmll

• You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM. (p. 18)

Verifying the Accessories

USB Cable

AC Adapter Battery Pack (Type A - MiniType B)

BN-VG 108U/

AC-Vl 1U* BN-VG107U QAM1313-001/

QAM1369-001

CD-ROM Basic User Guide

LY37342-036 (this manual)

AV Cable

• SD cards are sold separately. For details on the types of cards that can be used on this

unit, refer to p. 8.

* When usingtheACadapteroverseas, pleaseprepareacommerciallyavailableconverter

plug for the country or region of visit.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

4. http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Names of Parts and Functions

Lens Cover

2_ Monaural Microphone

_3_LCD Monitor

Turns the power on/off by opening and

closing.

_4_Speaker

(5_ACCESS (Access) Lamp

Lights up/blinks during recording or

playback.

(6_POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)

Lamp (p. 6)

[] (Play/Record) Button

Switches between recording and

playback modes.

_8_UP/< Button

UP : Scrolls/moves cursor on the

icons upward

< : Reverse search

_9_DOWN/> Button

DOWN : Scrolls/moves cursoron the

icons downward

> : Forward search

(i¢ OK/INFO Button

Confirms the selection. / Displays

information as follows.

Recording : Displays the remaining

time and battery power.

Playback : Displays file information

such as recording date.

@ AV Connector (p. 14, 16)

1@MENU Button (p. 20)

@ USB Connector (p. 19)

(i€ ZoomNolume Lever / Index (_;_J)

(p. 12, 13)

(i5_i.AUTO (Intelligent Auto) Button

(p. 12)

@ DC Connector (p. 6)

@ START/STOP Button (Video

Recording) (p. 12) /

I_/I I (Play/Pause) Button (Video

Playback) (p. 13)

@ Strap Lock (p. 7)

@ Lens Cover Switch (p. 12)

@ Grip Belt (p. 7)

@ Tripod Mounting Hole

@ SD Card Slot (p. 8)

@ Battery Release Lever (p. 6)

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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Charging the Battery Pack

Attach the battery pack.

* The battery pack is not

charged at the time of

purchase.

-Mark

• Align the top of the battery

with the mark on this unit,

and slide in until the battery

clicks into place.

• To detach the battery pack

(Base)

Connect the DC

connector.

. Cover

AC Adapter

To AC Outlet

(110 Vto 240V)

Plug in the power.

Charging Lamp

Charging in progress:

Blinks

Charging finished:

.................................................................................................Goes out

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Grip Adjustment

_i_ Open the lever on _ Adjust the length

the strap lock of the belt

_ Close the lever

Using as a Hand Strap

Adjust the length of the belt and loop it around your wrist.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Inserting an SD Card

Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.

I 1 Close the LOD monitor. ! 20penthecover.

(Base)

3 Insert an SD card.

* Turn off the power ofthis unit before

inserting or removing acard.

* When the LCD monitor is closed, the unit turns off.

• To remove the card

Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight.

(Base)

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Toselect/movecursortowardsup/leftordown/

right, pressthe buttonUP/<or DOWN/>.

• To use SD cards that have been

used on other devices

Format (initialize) the card using

"FORMAT SD CARD" from media

settings.

All data on the card will be deleted

when it is formatted, Copy all files

on the card to a computer before

formatting,

1_ Press MENU.

_._ Select "MEDIA SETTINGS" and

press OK.

(_ Select "FORMAT SD CARD" and

press OK.

(._ Select "FILE" and press OK.

(_ Select "YES" and press OK.

(_ After formatting, press OK.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Clock Setting

To select/movecursortowardsup/leftordown/

right,pressthe buttonUP/<or DOWN/>.

B Open the LCD monitor.

• The unit turns on. When the LCD

monitor is closed, the unit turns off.

_t elect "YES" and press OK when"SET DATE/TIMEF is displayed.

_l"set the date and time.

• Press UP/< or DOWN/> to adjust the

setting value and press OK to confirm

it. The cursor moves to the next item.

• Repeat this step to input the year,

month, day, hour, and minute.

Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select the

r_ region where you live and press OK.

• The city name and time difference are

displayed.

• To return to the previous screen

PressMENU.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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To reset the clock

Set the clock with "CLOCK ADJUST"

from the menu.

1_ Press MENU.

_._ Select "CLOCK ADJUST" and

press OK.

(_ Select "CLOCK SETTING" and

press OK.

• The subsequent setting operations

are the same as steps 3 - 4 on the

previous page.

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To change the display language

The language on the display can be

changed.

1(_Press MENU.

_._Select "DISPLAY SETTINGS"

and press OK.

(_ Select "LANGUAGE" and press

OK.

(._ Select the desired language and

press OK.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Video Recording

You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode.

Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting

conditions.

* Incase of specific shooting scenes such as backlight (_), night view (_), person (_o) etc., its

iconis displayed onthe screen.

Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

Open the

lens cover,

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Check if the recording mode is i.A,Intelligent Auto,

• If the mode is _ Manual, press the

button to switch.

• The mode changes between Intelligent

Auto and Manual with every press.

Start recording,

I1_/11

• Press again tostop. r_

START

/STOP

Zooming

- VOL.+

[]

(Wide angle) (Telephoto)

*Zoom ratio setting depends on the setting

of"VIDEO QUALITY".(R26)

• Indications during video recording

Image Stabilizer

Video Quality

Recording Media

Battery Indicator

Oil : Record-Standby

OREC : Recording in Progress

Scene Counter

Remaining Recording Time

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit

Select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display).

Select the playback mode.

Volume adjustment

- VOL.+

Turn down the_m!l, Turn up the

volume _ volume

• Press [] again to return to the recording mode.

Select the desired video and press

[II-/II].

I1-/11

START

/STOP

• Toselect/movecursortowardsup/leftor

down/right,pressthebuttonUP/<or DOWN/>.

To delete selected files from (_ Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select file

the index screen and press OK.

1_ Press MENU, select "DELETE" and (._ Press MENU, select "EXECUTE" and

press OK. press OK to confirm deletion.

_._Select "FILE SELECT" and press OK. @ After deleting is complete, press OK.

• Usable operation buttons/levers during playback

I_/I II Pause Playback

Zoom [] Stop (returns to thumbnail display)

Zoom T / Vol.+ Increases volume level

Zoom W / Vol.- Decreases volume level

UP/< Reverse search Frame-by-frame playback in reverse

direction

DOWN/> Forward search Frame-by-frame playback inforward

direction

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Playing Back on TV

B Connectto TV.

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* Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

• Turn offthe power.

• Playing back in standard quality

Ifyou are using a conventional TV, you can play back in standard quality by connecting

to the AV connector.

Connecting to the AV connector

TV

Yellow _t

AV Cable (Provided) ._ Video Input

White I

, ......................... _,_ Audio

Input (L)

To AV Connector _ Red I

__ Audio Input (R)

e_T Connect the AC adapter.

his unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.

D Select the TV switch.

input

D Play a (p. 3)

back file. 1

• To play back with date/time display

Set "DISPLAY ON TV" in the "CONNECTION SETTINGS" menu to "ON".

Set "ON-SCREEN DISPLAY" in the playback menu to "ON".

• When images look unnatural on the TV

• Disconnect the cable and connect again.

• Turn off and on this unit again.

• Set "VIDEO OUTPUT" in the "CONNECTION

SETTINGS" menu to "4:3".

• Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

]4. http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Copying Files

You can create discs or copy the files on this unit by connecting it to various devices.

-_ : Recordable and playable

/,, : Playable only

: Not applicable

DVD Recorder

VCR

Computer

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p. 16

* p. 17

* For details on how to create a disc using a computer, refer to the Detailed User Guide.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD

Recorder or VCR

You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR.

Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.

B Connectto VCR/DVD recorder.

a

• Turn offthe power.

ToAV Connector

AVCable (Provided)

ir

I Video Input

Yellow

-_Video! Input

White l

__-_Audio Input(L)

_-[_@ Audio Input (R)

ACAdapter

ToAC Outlet

(110 Vto 240 V)

To DC Connector

VCR/DVD Recorder

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• This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.

Press [] (Play/Record) to select the playback mode.

D Prepare to record.

Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder

• Switch to a compatible external input.

• Insert a DVD-R or video tape.

Preparation on this unit

• Set "VIDEO OUTPUT" in the "CONNECTION

SETTINGS" menu to the aspect ratio ("4:3" or "16:9") of the connecting TV.

• To include the date during dubbing, set "DISPLAY ON TV" in the "CONNECTION

SETTINGS" menu to "ON". Set "ON-SCREEN DISPLAY" in the playback menu to "ON".

_ Start recording.

tart playback on this unit and press the record button on the recorder.

fter playback is complete, stop the recording.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Copying to Computer

Verifying System Requirements (Guide(ine)

Windows PC

You can copy files to a PC using the provided software,

Right-click on "Computer" (or "My Computer") in the "Start" menu and select "Properties"

to check the following items,

• Windows 7 / Windows Vista

Windows 7

Home Premium (Pre-installed versions only)

Windows Vista

Home Basic or Home Premium (Pre-installed versions only)

i Service Pack 2 (Windows Vista only)

.Processor

High definition: Intel Core Duo, CPU 1.66 GHz or higher

(Intel Core 2 Duo, CPU 2.13 GHz or higher recommended)

r: At least 2 GB

I 32-bit / 64-bit

• Windows XP

II Windows XP

Home Edition or Professional (Pre-installed versions only)

_: -. ServicePack_

-0 Processor

lnte,oore20 o,oPo2.1 .zorhigherreoommended)

-,,_emory:_tleast2_

• Other requirements

Graphic: Intel G945or higherrecommended

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Mac Computer

You can import files from this unit to a computer using Apple's iMovie '08, '09 or '11.

To verify the system requirements, select "About This Mac" from the Apple menu. You

can determine the operating system version, processor and amount of memory.

• For the latest information on iMovie, refer to the Apple website.

• For details on how to use iMovie, refer to the help file of the software.

• There is no guarantee that the operations will work with all computer environments.

Installing the Provided Software

You can display the recorded images in

calendar format and perform simple editing

using the provided software.

M oad the provided CD-ROM into

your PC.

1(_Select "LoiLoScope AX install".

Follow the on-screen instructions.

• "Windows Installer" appears after a

while.

• If it doesn't appear, double-click the

CD-ROM icon in "My Computer".

_1" Click "Next".

_1" Click "Close" to exit.

LeiLeScope AX

• Installation ends and icon is created on

the desktop.

• Follow the on-screen instructions.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Backing Up All Files

Before making backup, make sure that

there is enough free space in the PC's HDD.

• Close the LCD monitor to turn offthe

camcorder. Disconnect the power

supply.

To select/movecursortowards up/leftor

down/right,pressthe buttonUP/<orDOWN/

>.

U Open the LCD monitor.

D onnect the USB cable and the AC

adapter.

• Be sure to use the supplied AC

adapter.

To USB To DC Connector

Connector

@_UI_sB Cable

_[L-- (Provided)

To USB Connector _,

AC Adapter

To AC Outlet

)(110Vto 240V)

• Reconnect the power supply.

• The provided software LoiLoScope

MediaBrowser starts up on the PC.

The subsequent operations are to be

performed on the PC.

D Select the files to back up.

I

Select backup.

Start backup.

If you encounter any problems with

the provided software "LoiLoScope

AX", refer to following website "http:ll

Ioilo,tv/product/15",

• To disconnect this unit from the PC

1_ Click "Safely Remove Hardware".

_._Click "Safely Remove USB Mass

Storage Device".

(_ (For Windows Vista) Click "OK".

(._ Disconnect the USB cable and

close the LCD monitor.

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Operating the Menu

You can configure various settings using the

menu.

To select/move cursor towards up/left

or down/right, press the button UP/< or

DOWN/>,

H Press MENU.

_,_ Select the desired menu and press

OK.

W elect the desired setting and press

OK.

• To return to the previous screen

PressMENU.

• For more information on the

settings, refer to the Detailed User

Guide,

Recording Menu

MANUAL SETTING

SCENE SELECT

FOCUS

BRIGHTNESS ADJUST

WHITE BALANCE

BACKLtGHT COMP,

TELE MACRO

FACE PRIORITY AE/AF

DiS

GAIN UP

WIND CUT

TIME-LAPSE RECORDING

AUTO REC

VIDEO QUALITY

ZOOM

CLOCK ADJUST

Playback Menu

DELETE

PROTECT/CANCEL

PLAYBACK OTHER FILE

CLOCK ADJUST

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

Common Menu

DISPLAY SETTINGS

LANGUAGE

DATE DISPLAY STYLE

MONITOR BRIGHTNESS

BASIC SETTINGS

DEMO MODE

OPERATION SOUND

AUTO POWER OFF

QUICK RESTART

UPDATE

FACTORY PRESET

CONNECTION SETTINGS

DISPLAY ON TV

VIDEO OUTPUT

MEDIA SETTINGS

FORMAT SD CARD

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