CAMCORDER GZ-R435 GZ-R430 Detailed User Guide C6B5_R435_EU_EN
Table of Contents Getting Started Verifying the Accessories ........................................................ 3 Turning on this Unit .................................................................. 4 Opening the Terminal Cover (SD Card Cover) ........................ 4 Charging .................................................................................. 5 Resetting this Unit .................................................................... 5 Quad Proof .....................................
Getting Started Verifying the Accessories If any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. Illustration Description AC Adapter UIA312-0520 0 Charges this unit. Attach the charging adapter cable to the tip of the cord. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors. . Charging Adapter Cable QAM1580-001 0 Attach to the tip of the cord of the AC adapter and connect to the USB connector of this unit to charge. .
Getting Started Turning on this Unit Open the LCD monitor to turn on this unit. To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor. Opening the Terminal Cover (SD Card Cover) o To open o To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor. . A Open the LCD monitor. B Slide down the cover lock and slide the cover aside. C Lift the cover slowly. . o To turn off the power o To close Close the LCD monitor. . The POWER/ACCESS lamp goes off and the power is turned off. “POWER/ACCESS (Power/Access) Lamp” (A p.
Getting Started Charging This unit is equipped with a built-in battery. Open the connector cover, and connect the AC adapter for charging as shown in the figure. Resetting this Unit When a malfunction occurs on this unit, reset the unit in the following way. (Resetting the unit does not erase the recorded data.) 1 Open the terminal cover. 0 Remove the power cord and all connecting cables. 2 Close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit.
Getting Started Quad Proof Before Using Underwater or under Low Temperature This unit is equipped with Waterproof, Dust-proof, Drop-proof and Freezeproof features. . Waterproof: Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 and IPX6 (30 minutes at depths up to 5 m) . Drop-proof: This camera clears company testing compliant with MILSTD-810F Method; 516.5 Shock: Dropping onto plywood 3 cm thick from a height of 1.5 m .
Getting Started Maintenance after Use Other Precautions After using underwater or in dusty places, rinse the camera with water immediately and dry it completely. 0 1 Ensure that the terminal cover is closed. 2 Rinse with clean water. Soak the camera in a container filled with enough water to immerse the camera completely, and rinse it gently.
Getting Started Grip Adjustment Attaching the Core Filter Attach a core filter to the AV cable that is connected to this unit. The core filter reduces interference when this unit is connected to other devices. . A Open the pad B Adjust the position of the pad and the length of the belt C Close the pad Caution : 0 8 Be sure to fasten the grip belt properly. If the belt is loose, this unit may drop and result in injuries or damages. .
Getting Started Inserting an SD Card When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the built-in memory runs out. “ SEAMLESS RECORDING ” (A p. 88) Depending on the setting of the recording media, recording can be made to the SD card without using the built-in memory. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 9) “Approximate Video Recording Time” (A p.
Getting Started Memo : 0 0 0 0 0 This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Do not use a miniSD card or microSD card (even if the card is inserted in an adapter). It may cause malfunction. To record videos with “VIDEO QUALITY” set to “UXP”, use of a Class 6 or higher compliant SDHC/SDXC card is recommended. UHS-I SDHC/SDXC cards can be used in the same manner as standard SDHC/SDXC cards. UHS Speed Class is not supported.
Getting Started Adjusting the Touch Screen 6 Tap “OK”. Adjust the response position when the touch screen is touched. 1 Tap “MENU”. . 0 . 2 Tap “SETUP”. Setting ends and returns to the menu screen. Caution : 0 Do not tap areas other than the “+” mark during touch screen adjustment (steps 4 - 5). Doing so may cause the touch screen to malfunction. Memo : 0 0 Adjust by lightly tapping with a corner of an SD card, etc. Do not press with an object with a sharp tip or do not press hard. .
Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Playback Screen (Video) The following screens are displayed during A video and B still image modes. Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) . 0 . 1 0 2 1 A/B (Video/Still Image) Mode Button Switches between A video and B still image modes. 2 Zoom Button Still Image Recording Button 0 Records still images during video recording. “Capturing Still Images During Video Recording” (A p.
Getting Started Playback Screen (Still Image) Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) Display . 0 1 When this unit is not operated for a certain period of time, the operation buttons on the LCD monitor disappear automatically. Tap on the screen to display the operation buttons again. A/B (Video/Still Image) Mode Button 0 2 3 Switches to the recording mode. Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) Button Returns to the index screen (thumbnail display). “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p.
Getting Started Menu screen (recording mode) Menu screen (playback mode) . 1 SILENT Button . 1 “Using the Silent Mode” (A p. 22) 2 INFO. Button “Using the Silent Mode” (A p. 22) 2 “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 48) 3 RECORD SETTING Menu CONNECTION SETTINGS Menu 3 SETUP Menu 4 Close Button SETUP Menu “SETUP (video/still image)” (A p. 97) 5 “SETUP (video/still image)” (A p. 97) 6 PLAYBACK SETTING Menu “PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video)” (A p.
Getting Started Clock Setting “SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed when you turn on the unit for the first time or when the unit has not been used for a prolonged period. Set the clock before recording. 1 Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “DATE & TIME” from the menu. 1 Tap “MENU”. Open the LCD monitor. . . 0 0 2 The unit turns on. When the LCD monitor is closed, the unit turns off. 2 Tap “SETUP”. Tap “OK” when “SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed. . 3 Tap “DATE & TIME”. . 3 Set the date and time.
Getting Started 7 Select the region where you live and tap “SAVE”. Changing the Display Language The language on the display can be changed. 1 Tap “MENU”. . 0 0 Time difference between the selected city and the GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) is displayed. Tap 0 or 1 to select the city name. . 2 Tap “SETUP”. . 3 Tap “LANGUAGE”. . 0 4 Tap 3 or 2 to scroll the screen. Tap to the desired language. . 0 16 Tap 3 or 2 to scroll the screen.
Getting Started Holding this Unit When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake. Tripod Mounting This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for preventing camera shake and recording from the fixed position. . 0 To prevent this unit from falling off, check the tripod mounting screw holes and positioning holes on the unit carefully before mounting, and turn the screws until they are fastened firmly. Caution : 0 0 0 .
Getting Started Using this Unit Overseas The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 18) Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel destination in “AREA SETTING” of “DATE & TIME”. “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p.
Getting Started Setting Daylight Saving Time When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “DATE & TIME”, the time is set 1 hour ahead. 1 Tap “MENU”. Optional Accessories Product Name HDMI Mini Cable 0 VX-HD310 0 VX-HD315 Description 0 0 Allows viewing in high picture quality when connected to a TV. Transmits video, audio, and control signals between devices. Memo : . 2 Tap “SETUP”. The optional accessories above may not be supported in some regions. For more information, refer to the catalog.
Recording Taking Videos in Auto Mode Indications for Video Recording With Intelligent Auto recording, the camera automatically adjusts the settings such as brightness and focus to suit the shooting conditions. 0 In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen. 0 Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. 1 Open the LCD monitor. .
Recording o Scenes of Intelligent Auto Display Icon Operation Buttons for Video Recording Description g Captures one’s skin beautifully. V Allows people to be captured naturally. f Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. S Records while focusing on a near object. a Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. Z Records in dark places with minimal noise in the overall image.
Recording Using the Silent Mode Useful Settings for Recording When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance. 0 T appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”. 0 To mute only the operating sound, set “OPERATION SOUND” in the menu to “OFF” instead of using the silent mode. “ OPERATION SOUND ” (A p.
Recording Capturing Still Images During Video Recording Still images can be captured by tapping the A button while in the video mode (standby or recording). Taking Still Images in Auto Mode You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the P Intelligent Auto mode. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 “PHOTO” lights up on the screen when a still image is being captured. 0 The still images captured during video recording are saved to the destination set in “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE”. . .
Recording Indications During Still Image Recording o Scenes of Intelligent Auto Display Icon g Captures one’s skin beautifully. V Allows people to be captured naturally. f Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. S Records while focusing on a near object. a Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. Z Records in dark places with minimal noise in the overall image.
Recording Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Using the Silent Mode When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance. 0 T appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”. 0 To mute only the operating sound, set “OPERATION SOUND” in the menu to “OFF” instead of using the silent mode. “ OPERATION SOUND ” (A p. 98) o Operating procedure 0 .
Recording Zooming The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. 0 Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. 0 Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting. Zoom Memory The zoom position can be stored by the Zoom Memory icon (WT) on the touch screen. o Storing Method 1 Zoom to the position to reach to the desired position for storing. .
Recording Manual Recording 5 Tap the item to set manually. In situations where you are unable to recording properly using Intelligent Auto recording, you can change the settings and record using manual recording. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 For details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording Menu”. Manual Recording Menu The following items can be set. Name . 0 0 2 Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.
Recording Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS) 5 Tap “MANUAL”. 6 Adjust the focus. Adjust the focus manually when you are unable to focus clearly using Intelligent Auto or when you want to lock the focus. 1 Select the Manual recording mode. . . 0 If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual. . 0 0 . 2 7 Tap E to focus on a distant subject. If E appears blinking, focus cannot be set any further.
Recording Adjusting Brightness 5 Tap “MANUAL”. 6 Adjust the brightness value. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. 1 Select the Manual recording mode. . . 0 If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual. . 0 0 0 . 2 7 Compensation range: -2.0 to +2.0 Tap 3 to increase the brightness. Tap 2 to decrease the brightness. Tap “SET” to confirm. Tap “MENU”. . .
Recording Setting Backlight Compensation 5 Tap “ON” or “ADVANCE”. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. 1 Select the Manual recording mode. . 0 . 0 If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual. . 2 Tap “MENU”. . 0 3 The top menu appears. Tap “RECORD SETTING”. . 4 Tap “BACKLIGHT COMP.”. . 0 0 30 Tap L to exit the menu.
Recording Setting White Balance 5 Select the white balance setting. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. 1 Select the Manual recording mode. . 0 0 . 0 If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual. You can either tap the icon, or select the item using the “0” “1” button and tap “SET”. The White Balance icon appears on the screen upon completing the setting.
Recording Taking Close-up Shots (TELE MACRO) 4 Tap “TELE MACRO”. You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function even when the unit is at the telephoto zoom setting. . 0 0 . *The image is only an impression. 1 Select the Manual recording mode. 5 Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “ON”. . 0 If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual.
Recording Shooting under Water 5 Tap q or r. Perform the following settings to shoot underwater. Setting the White Balance to Underwater Mode Corrects the color when shooting underwater to record more natural images. Select from the following two settings depending on the color of the water at the shooting location. 1 Select the Manual recording mode. . Setting . 0 If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Recording 4 Tap “SCREEN LOCK”. 0 The L button appears. Memo : 0 0 If “SCREEN LOCK” has been set, it will take a longer time for the unit to power off after closing the LCD monitor. If you open the LCD monitor after closing it, and the power is still turned on, you can continue to record. If “LCD CLOSED RECORDING” (A p. 90) is set to “ON”, this unit does not turn off even when the LCD monitor is closed. o To cancel “SCREEN LOCK” Tap the L button. . .
Recording Recording with Effects (RECORDING EFFECT) You can add and record various effects to videos or still images. Once setting is done, you can easily record images that are suitable for each image. Type of Effect Captures film-like monochrome images by increasing the contrast of midlevel brightness and emphasizing the rough grainy feel on the image. 1 Open the LCD monitor.
Recording 5 Tap “GRAINY MONOCHROME”. Recording Food Images (FOOD) Captures food images such that the food looks appetizing even under fluorescent lighting in homes by changing the colors to warm-colors and deepening the colors. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 0 6 Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Start recording. 0 To cancel the setting, repeat the procedure from the beginning and tap “OFF” in Step 5. . 0 0 2 Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.
Recording 5 Tap “FOOD”. Recording Images of a Baby (BABY) Captures a soft and gentle image by lightening the skin tone while retaining the reddish hue, enhancing the skin beautifying effect as well as smoothing the appearance of the skin. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 0 6 Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Start recording. 0 To cancel the setting, repeat the procedure from the beginning and tap “OFF” in Step 5. .
Recording 5 Tap “BABY”. . 0 0 6 Start recording. 0 38 Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. To cancel the setting, repeat the procedure from the beginning and tap “OFF” in Step 5.
Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF) 5 Tap the desired setting. “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. This function is available for both videos and still images. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . . 0 . 0 0 2 Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image. To switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Recording Memo : 0 0 0 0 0 0 When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set, “FOCUS” will be set to “AUTO” automatically. Tap the selected position (face/color/area) again to cancel the setting. Tap on an unselected position (face/color/area) to reset. If the camera loses track of a subject, tap the subject again. Settings are canceled when zoom operation is performed. (“AREA SELECT” only) When “COLOR TRACKING” is set, the targeted subject (color) may change if similar colors are detected.
Recording Setting Details b OFF Deactivates image stabilizer. a ON Reduces camera shake under normal shooting conditions. r ON (AIS) Reduces camera shake more effectively when shooting bright scenes on the wide angle end. Only on the wide angle end (approx. 5x). s (Enhanced AIS) The area of correction in the enhanced AIS mode is greater than that in the AIS mode. Camera shake can be reduced more effectively even when recording is performed by zooming from wide angle to telephoto.
Recording 5 Tap to select a recording interval (1 to 80 seconds). Time-Lapse Setting The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. Setting . 0 0 0 0 6 If the icon is not displayed on the screen, tap 1 to scroll the screen. The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. . 0 A frame is taken at intervals of the selected period.
Recording Using the Self-timer 4 Tap “SELF-TIMER”. You can record video or still image using the self-timer. This is useful when taking a video or still image that includes the photographer. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button when taking a still image. Memo : When shooting a photo using the self-timer function, use of a tripod is recommended. “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 17) 0 .
Recording o Using the Self-timer in Still Image Mode 1 5 Tap “2SEC” or “10SEC”. Open the LCD monitor. . 6 Take a still image. 0 0 . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is B. If the mode is A video, tap A on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap B to switch the mode to still image. Tap “MENU”. . 0 3 The top menu appears. Tap “RECORD SETTING”. . 4 Tap “SELF-TIMER”. . 0 0 0 44 If the icon is not displayed on the screen, tap 1 to scroll the screen.
Recording Recording at a Fixed Interval and Playing Back Repeatedly 5 Tap “SET”. After recording for a specified duration, this unit automatically plays back the scene and then repeats the recording process and the playback process over and over again. This can be used to check a sports form or dance form. The recorded scene can also be deleted automatically depending on the setting. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . . . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is A.
Recording Recording Videos with Date and Time 5 Select the type of clock with 0 or 1, and tap “SET”. You can record videos together with the date and time. Set this when you want to save the file with date and time display. (The date and time cannot be deleted after recording.) 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 0 6 When “SET” is tapped, the precaution for date/time recording appears. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap the display position with your finger and drag your finger to adjust. .
Recording Recording Videos with Time Counter You can take a video with a stopwatch recorded. You can start, stop and reset the stopwatch as with any stopwatch. This can be used to record sports video. (The recorded time counter cannot be deleted afterward.) 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 6 The position can be adjusted when the recording stops. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. . . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is A.
Recording Checking the Remaining Recording Time Display the remaining battery power and the remaining recording time. Memo : 0 0 0 The remaining battery power and the remaining recording time are estimates. The remaining recording time is displayed only during video mode. The remaining recording time is displayed for the recording media that is currently selected. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 2 Check that the camera is set to the recording mode.
Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Picture quality Built-in memory 4GB UXP 15 m XP 20 m EP 1 h 20 m Picture quality SDHC/SDXC card 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB 128GB UXP 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 40 m 5 h 40 m 11 h 30 m XP 30 m 1h 1 h 50 m 3 h 50 m 8 h 10 m 16 h 20 m EP 1 h 40 m 3 h 30 m 7h 14 h 28 h 50 m 57 h 50 m 0 The recording time indicated above will change depending on the recording conditions.
Playback Playing Back Videos Normal Playback The followings are the types of playback that can be performed by this unit. Item Plays back the recorded videos. 1 Open the LCD monitor. Description Normal Playback Plays back the recorded videos. DIGEST PLAYBACK From the recorded video, scenes are extracted automatically, pieced together for a digest playback within the specified length. Start playback from “DIGEST PLAYBACK” in the “PLAYBACK SETTING” menu.
Playback Operation Buttons for Video Playback During Video Playback During Index Screen Display . 0 . Display A A/B Description Switches between video and still image modes. B (Date and Time Display) Moves to the previous/next date C > Displays the next index screen (thumbnail display) 0 You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever. D < Displays the previous index screen (thumbnail display) 0 You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever. E 3 Switches to the recording mode.
Playback d R e 2 Deletes the currently displayed video. Enlarges the displayed video. Tap the position of the image you want to enlarge. 0 Zoom ratio changes by using the (+) and (-) buttons. 0 f MENU Displays the menu screen Memo : Tap or drag on the operation area of the touch screen. The recording date and time can be displayed on the screen during playback. (A p. 93) 0 0 Adjusting the Volume of Videos You can use the zoom/volume lever to control the volume. .
Playback Checking the Recording Date and Other Information 5 Tap C. You can see the recording information of the recorded videos. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . Tap L to exit the menu. You can display the recording date and duration of the selected file. 0 . 0 2 Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode. Tap M to select the playback mode. . . 3 Tap on the file to start playback. . 4 Tap “MENU”. .
Playback TIME COUNTER PLAYBACK 6 Set “TIME COUNTER PLAYBACK” to ON. 7 Tap on the file to start playback. A time counter that can be reset can be displayed during playback. This can be used to play sports video. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is A. If the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video. Tap M to select the playback mode. . 0 8 An hours:minutes:seconds counter appears.
Playback DIGEST PLAYBACK 6 Tap to select a date for Digest Playback. You can play back a digest of recorded videos (Digest Playback). This is useful for checking the content of videos quickly. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 0 0 0 7 2 Select the Digest Playback time (Only when “AUTO” is selected in Step 7) . 0 0 After selecting a date, tap “NEXT”. When “ALL” is tapped, Digest Playback will be performed for all the dates. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen.
Playback 9 Digest playback stops automatically, or display the next screen by tapping “MENU”. PLAYBACK OTHER FILE The management information of a video may be damaged if recording is not performed correctly, such as turning off the power in the middle of recording. You can perform the following operations to play back the videos with defective management information. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 0 0 TO NORMAL PLAYBACK: start normal playback. PLAYBACK AGAIN: start the digest playback again.
Playback 6 Tap on the file to start playback. Playing Back Still Images You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). 1 Open the LCD monitor. . “Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 51) 0 Tap “L” to return to the usual index screen. Memo : 0 0 An MTS file is created in the EXTMOV folder when management information is corrupted. Depending on the condition of the damaged file, playback might fail or may not run smoothly. .
Playback Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback During Still Image Playback During Index Screen Display . 0 . 0 Still images that are recorded continuously in high-speed or mediumspeed will be grouped together. Only the first recorded file (still image) is shown and the group is displayed with a green frame. Display Description A A/B Switches between video and still image modes.
Playback Slideshow Playback Still images can be played back in a slideshow. Tap I during still image playback to start the slideshow. Connecting to and Viewing on TV You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV varies with the type of TV and the connecting cable. Select the connector that best suits your TV. 0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. “Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” (A p. 60) “Connecting via the AV Connector” (A p.
Playback Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI mini connector. “Optional Accessories” (A p. 19) 0 0 Memo : Change the settings in “HDMI OUTPUT” according to the connection. “ HDMI OUTPUT ” (A p. 100) 0 0 Use a High Speed HDMI mini cable as the HDMI mini cable when not using the provided one. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. 1 Connect to a TV. .
Playback Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Connecting via the AV Connector Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cable allows linked operations with the TV to be performed. 0 HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC compliant devices that are connected via HDMI cables. To playback videos on TV, connect the AV cable (provided: E3A-0085-00) to the AV terminal of this unit.
Playback Memo : For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV's manufacturer. 0 AV cable (provided: E3A-0085-00) Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described in the following. To purchase, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center. 0 . When using the provided AV cable, attach the core filter provided with this unit first. “Attaching the Core Filter” (A p.
Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. Doing so frees up more space in the recording media. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 63) “Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 63) Memo : Deleting Selected Files Deletes the selected files. Caution : 0 1 Deleted files cannot be restored. Open the LCD monitor. Deleted files cannot be restored. Files that are protected cannot be deleted.
Editing 5 Tap “SET”. Protecting Files Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 64) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 65) Caution : 0 . 0 6 When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted. If no file is selected, the “SET” button cannot be pressed. Tap “EXECUTE” to confirm the deletion.
Editing Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files 6 Tap on the files to protect or release protection of. Protects or releases protection of the selected files. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . . 0 0 2 Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode. Tap B or A on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch to the video mode A. Tap B to switch to the still image mode B. 7 0 P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again.
Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Playback 5 Tap the A button. You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . Memo : 0 0 . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is A. If the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video. Tap M to select the playback mode. . 3 Tap on the desired video. 4 Tap pause e at the desired scene during playback. . .
Editing Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Recording 6 Tap “COMBINE SCENES”. Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined into a single video. “ SEAMLESS RECORDING ” (A p. 88) 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 0 7 This unit starts a search to detect seamless videos. Combining cannot be performed if no seamless videos are found. Tap “YES”. . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is A.
Editing Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING) 6 Tap the video to edit. Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. 0 The original video remains in its existing location. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 7 Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”. . 0 0 2 Check if the recording mode is A. If the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video. .
Copying Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a Blu-ray Recorder 5 Tap the desired media. You can dub videos in the high definition quality by connecting an AVCHDcompliant Blu-ray recorder to this unit via a USB cable. For details on creating the disc, refer to the instruction manual of your Blu-ray recorder. 0 This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. 1 Open the terminal cover. 2 Connect to a Blu-ray recorder. .
Copying Copying Files to an SD Card 5 Tap “COPY”. You can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Copying still images to cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing). 0 This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. Caution : 0 0 Make sure that there is enough space left in the destination medium. Videos in the SD card cannot be copied to the built-in memory.
Copying Copying to Windows PC You can copy files to a computer using the provided software. Discs can also be created using the computer’s DVD or Blu-ray drive. If the provided software is not installed, this unit will be recognized as an external storage when connected. Memo : To record to discs, a recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive is required for the computer in use.
Copying Windows 8/Windows 8.1 1 Display “Apps”. (For Windows 8) Click the “Search” charm. (For Windows 8.1) Click F. . 2 Right-click “Computer” or “PC” in the “Windows System Tool” menu to select the checkbox. . 3 Click “Properties” on the bottom bar to display. . 0 72 If a “Computer” icon is shown on desktop, right-click the icon and select “Properties” in the menu to display your computer information.
Copying Windows 7 1 Click the start button. . 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Click “Properties”. . .
Copying 4 Check the items with the table below. . Windows 10/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Windows 7 OS Windows 10 64-bit Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro (Pre-installed versions, desktop mode only) Windows 8 64-bit Windows 8 or Windows 8 Pro (Pre-installed versions, desktop mode only) Windows8.1 64-bit Windows8.1 or Windows8.1 Pro (Pre-installed versions, desktop mode only) Windows 7 32/64-bit Home Premium (Pre-installed versions only) Service Pack 1 CPU Intel Core Duo, CPU 1.
Copying Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) 6 You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform editing using the provided software. 0 This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. Perform the following operations on your computer. A Open the “Start menu”, then click “All apps”. Preparations Connect this unit to a computer with a USB cable. o Windows 10 1 Open the terminal cover.
Copying 8 5 Click “Finish”. Tap “PLAYBACK ON PC”. . 0 . 9 Click “Quit”. 0 6 Perform the following operations on your computer. A Display “Apps”. (For Windows 8) Click the “Search” charm. (For Windows 8.1) Click F. . 0 Disconnect the USB cable to return to the recording or playback screen. “Everio Software Setup” appears on the computer. Operations are to be performed on the computer after the screen switches. Installation is complete, and two icons are created on the desktop.
Copying 7 Click “Everio MediaBrowser 4”. . 5 Tap “PLAYBACK ON PC”. . 0 8 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation. Click “Finish”. . 0 6 Perform the following operations on your computer. A Click “Open folder to view files” on the auto play dialog box, and then double-click “install.exe”. B Click “Yes” on the User Account Control screen. 0 0 “Software Setup” appears after a while.
Copying 7 Click “Everio MediaBrowser 4”. Backing Up All Files Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the computer's hard disk (HDD). Backup will not start if there is not enough free space. 0 This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. 1 Open the terminal cover. 2 Connect to your PC using the provided USB cable. 0 Before connecting the cable, close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit. .
Copying 6 Select the source of the image file. Disconnecting this Unit from Computer . 1 Click “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media”. 2 Click all “JVCCAM~”. 3 Disconnect the USB cable and close the LCD monitor. . 7 Start backup. . 0 8 Backup starts. After backup is complete, click “OK”. . 9 Remove this unit from your PC. Memo : 0 0 Before making backup, load the SD card in which the videos and still images are stored on this unit.
Copying Organizing Files 5 Register files to the created user list. After backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as “Family Trip” or “Athletic Meet”. This is useful not only for creating discs, but for viewing the files too. 1 Double-click on the Everio MediaBrowser 4 icon. 0 The provided software starts up. . 2 Display the month of the files to organize. . Identifying Video or Still Image： 0 0 You can select files using the “SELECT” menu on the top right of the screen.
Copying Recording Videos to Discs 6 After copying is complete, click “OK”. Copy the files that are arranged using the user list to discs. 1 Insert a new disc into the PC’s recordable DVD drive. 2 Select the desired user list. . Memo : The following types of discs can be used on the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4. DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD+RW 0 The following formats are supported by the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4.
Copying Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software 6 Copy the files to a computer using the following method. 0 This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. 1 Open the terminal cover. 2 Connect to your PC using the provided USB cable. 0 Before connecting the cable, close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit. (Windows10) Click “This PC” in “Windows System”, then click the “JVCCAM_SD” icon of “This PC”. (Windows 8/8.
Copying List of Files and Folders Folders and files are created in the built-in memory and SD card as shown below. They are created only when necessary. . Caution : 0 When the camera and PC are connected by an USB cable, recorded media are read-only.
Copying Copying to Mac Computer 6 0 Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. Caution : 0 0 This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. 1 Open the terminal cover. 2 Connect to your PC using the provided USB cable. 0 Load image file to iPhoto. 0 7 Edit the video using iMovie. 0 0 0 Before connecting the cable, close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit.
Settings Menu Operating the Menu The following menu is available on this unit. 0 TOP MENU: Menu that contains all the items specific to the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes respectively. Operating the Top Menu You can configure various settings using the menu. 1 Tap “MENU”. . 0 0 2 The top menu appears. The menu differs according to the mode in use. Tap the desired menu. . 3 Tap the desired setting. .
Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (video) . FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 28) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 29) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BACKLIGHT COMP. Corrects the image when the subject appears dark due to backlight. “Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 30) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
Settings Menu WIND CUT Reduces the noise caused by wind. Setting Details OFF Deactivates the function. ON Activates the function. AUTO Activate the function automatically. SELF-TIMER Use this function when you wish to include the photographer in the picture or video. “Using the Self-timer in Video Mode” (A p. 43) TIME-LAPSE RECORDING This function enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over a long period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval.
Settings Menu SEAMLESS RECORDING Continues recording on the SD card without stopping when the remaining space on the built-in memory runs out. Setting Details OFF Does not switch recording media automatically. ON Switches recording media automatically. Memo : Seamless recording cannot be performed if there is not enough free space in the SD card. q appears if seamless recording cannot be performed.
Settings Menu MIC LEVEL Make the adjustments such that “MIC LEVEL” does not turn red. Setting Details OFF Hides display of microphone input level. ON Shows display of microphone input level. MIC LEVEL SETTING Sets the microphone level. Make the adjustments such that “MIC LEVEL” does not turn red. Setting Details +1 Increases the microphone input level. 0 The microphone input level is not changed. -1 Decreases the microphone input level.
Settings Menu LCD CLOSED RECORDING This unit does not turn off even when the LCD monitor is closed during recording. Setting Details OFF The unit is turned off when the LCD monitor is closed. ON Activates LCD CLOSED RECORDING. Memo : 0 0 If “LCD CLOSED RECORDING” is set to “ON”, stop the recording before turning off the unit.
Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (still image) . FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 28) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 29) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BACKLIGHT COMP. Corrects the image when the subject appears dark due to backlight. “Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 30) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
Settings Menu RECORDING EFFECT You can add and record various effects to the images. Once setting is done, you can easily record images that are suitable for each image. o GRAINY MONOCHROME You can record images with a grainy black and white photo feel. “Recording Images Like an Old Black and White Photo (GRAINY MONOCHROME)” (A p. 35) o FOOD You can capture images of the food to make the food look appetizing. “Recording Food Images (FOOD)” (A p.
Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video) . DISPLAY DATE/TIME Sets whether to display the recording date and time during video playback. Setting Details OFF Does not display the date and time during playback. ON Displays the date and time during playback. TIME COUNTER PLAYBACK A time counter that can be reset can be displayed during playback. “TIME COUNTER PLAYBACK” (A p. 54) SLOW-MOTION SPEED For specifying the playback speed of slow playback.
Settings Menu EDIT Menu (video) . PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 64) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 65) COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card” (A p. 70) TRIMMING Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location.
Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image) . SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback. Setting Details SLIDE Switches the screen by sliding in from right to left. BLINDS Switches the screen by dividing into vertical strips. CHECKERBOARD Switches the screen by changing through a checkered pattern. RANDOM Switches the screen with a random effect from SLIDE, “BLINDS”, and “CHECKERBOARD”.
Settings Menu EDIT Menu (still image) . PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 64) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 65) COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card” (A p.
Settings Menu SETUP (video/still image) . Mobile User Guide Displays the QR code to access the Mobile User Guide. . 0 The portal site appears when the QR code has been read correctly. Select the model name of your camera to display its Mobile User Guide. Memo : 0 0 0 To read the QR code, a relevant application is required. Enter the URL in the internet browser manually if the QR code cannot be read. The Mobile User Guide is supported by Android devices and iPhone.
Settings Menu MONITOR BRIGHTNESS Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. Setting Details AUTO Sets the brightness automatically to “4” when using outdoors and to “3” when using indoors. 4 Brightens the backlight of the monitor regardless of the surrounding conditions. 3 Sets to the standard brightness. 2 Darkens the backlight of the monitor regardless of the surrounding conditions. 1 Sets to dim brightness. Helps to save battery life when selected.
Settings Menu REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording/playback media of still images. Setting Details I BUILT-IN MEMORY Records still images to this unit’s built-in memory. G SD CARD Records still images to the SD card. FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. Deletes all files on the built-in memory. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the built-in memory. FILE + MANAGEMENT NO Deletes all files on the built-in memory and resets the folder and file numbers to "1".
Settings Menu CONNECTION SETTINGS (video/still image) . DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. Setting Details OFF Does not display icons and date/time on TV. ON Displays icons and date/time on TV. VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Setting Details 4:3 Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3). 16:9 Select this when connecting to a widescreen TV (16:9).
Settings Menu USB CONNECTION MENU This menu appears when this unit is connected to a computer using an USB cable. PLAYBACK ON PC 0 Displays videos recorded by this unit by using the Everio MediaBrowser 4. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 75) 0 Saves videos recorded by this unit on your computer without using the provided software. “Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software” (A p. 82) “Copying to Mac Computer” (A p.
Names of Parts Right Side A Speaker . B Grip Belt Pass your hand through the grip belt to hold this unit firmly. “Grip Adjustment” (A p. 8) 0 102 Bottom Side . A Cover Lock B Tripod Mounting Hole “Tripod Mounting” (A p.
Names of Parts Top/Left/Rear Side Inside Terminal Cover . A SD Card Slot A Lens 0 0 0 . The lens is protected by a protective glass cover. If the lens is dirty, use a commercially available lens blower to remove any dust, and a commercially available cleaning cloth to wipe off any dirt. Do not cover the front of the lens with your fingers during recording. B Stereo Microphone 0 Do not cover the microphone with your fingers during video recording.
Names of Parts LCD Monitor . A LCD Monitor 0 0 Turns the power on/off by opening and closing. Enables self-portraits to be taken by rotating the monitor. . “Using the Touch Screen” (A p. 10) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 12) Caution : 0 Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact. Doing so may damage or break the screen.
Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording . . A TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 39) B Backlight Compensation “Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 30) C Tele Macro “Taking Close-up Shots (TELE MACRO)” (A p. 32) D WHITE BALANCE “Setting White Balance” (A p. 31) E Time “Clock Setting” (A p. 15) F RECORDING EFFECT “Recording with Effects (RECORDING EFFECT)” (A p. 35) G Recording media “ REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO ” (A p.
Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback . A Video Mode . A Still Image Mode 0 Switches between video and still image modes. B Image Size “ IMAGE SIZE ” (A p. 92) C Self-Timer “Using the Self-timer” (A p. 43) D Remaining Number of Shots “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 49) E Focus F Recording in Progress 0 Switches between video and still image modes. B Video Quality “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p.
Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Playback . A Still Image Mode 0 Switches between video and still image modes. B Folder Number C File Number D Date/Time 0 Displays the recording date and time. E Recording media “ REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE ” (A p. 99) F Battery Indicator “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 48) G SILENT MODE “Using the Silent Mode” (A p. 22) H 1080p Output “ HDMI OUTPUT ” (A p.
Troubleshooting When the unit is not working properly Charging Resetting this Unit Unable to charge the battery. This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In that case, perform the steps below to reset this unit. (The recorded data will not be erased.) When the battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not light up. Be sure to charge using the supplied AC adapter.
Troubleshooting Power supply Recording Unable to turn on the power. Recording cannot be performed. The camera does not turn on if the remaining battery power is low. In this case, charge the battery for more than 40 minutes before turning on the power. 0 When the unit does not turn on even after charging, reset the unit. “When the unit is not working properly” (A p. 108) Check the A / B button. “Top/Left/Rear Side” (A p. 103) Set to the recording mode by tapping the E button on the screen.
Troubleshooting SD Card Playback Cannot insert the SD card. Sound or video is interrupted. Make sure not to insert the SD card in the wrong direction. “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 9) Do not use a miniSD card or microSD card on this unit (even if the card is inserted in an adapter). It may cause malfunction. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 9) Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction. Unable to copy to SD card.
Troubleshooting When connected to the TV via the HDMI mini cable, displays such as buttons on the screen are slow to appear. Depending on the type of TV connected, this symptom is normal and not a malfunction. Editing/Copying Unable to delete file. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files” (A p.
Troubleshooting Computer Screen/Image Unable to copy files to the computer’s HDD. The LCD monitor is difficult to see. If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 is not installed, some functions may not work properly. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 75) Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the computer's hard disk (HDD). The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight.
Troubleshooting Other Problems The buttons on the touch screen do not work. Tap the buttons on the touch screen with your fingers. The buttons may not respond if you touch them with your fingernails or with gloves on. Disable “SCREEN LOCK”. You cannot operate the touch panel when “SCREEN LOCK” is enabled. “Locking the Screen” (A p. 33) Save the recorded data before requesting service. A Connect to computer using a USB cable. The “SELECT DEVICE” menu appears.
Troubleshooting Error Message? SET DATE/TIME! THIS FILE IS PROTECTED Switch off the “PROTECT/CANCEL” function in the “EDIT” menu. “Protecting Files” (A p. 64) The clock is reset about one month after the battery is depleted. Therefore, “SET DATE/TIME!” will appear the next time the power is turned on. Set the clock again after charging the battery. “Clock Setting” (A p. 15) CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH COMMUNICATION ERROR Delete files, or move files to a computer or other devices.
Troubleshooting CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS HIGH PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF TO ALLOW IT TO COOL DOWN PLEASE WAIT Turn off the power of this unit, let and it cool down before turning on the power again.
Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : 0 Be sure to detach the AC adapter and power plug before performing any maintenance. Camcorder 0 0 Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent. Caution : 0 0 0 Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol.
Specifications Camera Connectors Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5 V Power consumption 2.2 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) 2.4 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter)) Rated Current Consumption: 2A Dimensions (mm) 60 x 59.5 x 122 (W x H x D: excluding grip belt) Mass Approx.
Specifications AC Adapter (UIA312-0520) Item Details Power supply AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 5 V, 2 A Allowable operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (10°C to 35°C during charging) Dimensions (mm) 49.8 x 26.3 x 68.2 (W x H x D: excluding cord and AC plug) Mass Approx. 108 g Memo : 0 The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice.
Trademarks Trademarks 0 0 AVCHD and AVCHD logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and HDMI logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries. . 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C LLC.
