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ENGLISH EN INSTRUCTIONS HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM400 U Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the camcorder) below. Model No. Serial No. Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER.
GETTING STARTED Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. 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. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 10.
GETTING STARTED Easy Start Guide Charge the battery before recording Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack. Access lamp blinks: Accessing files Do not remove the AC adapter, the battery pack or the SD card when the access lamp is blinking. The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. Power/charge lamp blinks: Charging goes out: Charging finished Battery Pack AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) CAUTION Fire or injury may result if batteries NOT approved by JVC are used.
the LCD monitor to Q Open turn on the camcorder GETTING STARTED Date/Time Setting area where you use T the the camcorder Select the city closest to Power button LCD monitor [YES] within R Select 10 seconds [ON] if daylight U Select saving time is observed Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK. V Set the date and time • When the message disappears, press the power button for at least 2 seconds to turn off the power, and then press it again for at least 2 seconds.
GETTING STARTED Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Q Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode R Select recording mode (REC) The mode changes when you press the button. The auto recording indicator appears. S Start recording Remaining space on the recording media Video Quality Press the START/STOP button to start recording, and press it again to stop.
GETTING STARTED Playing back Q Select playback mode (PLAY) The mode changes when you press the button. R Select the desired file Index screen S Select F (Touch OK) Playback screen To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 22) To view files on TV (Z p. 24) CAUTION Do not forget to make copies after recording! • To copy files onto discs (Z p. 26) • To dub files to a VCR/DVD recorder (Z p. 28) • To edit files on your computer (Z p.
GETTING STARTED Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories................................................. 10 Shoe Adapter................................................. 10 Preparing the Remote Control....................... 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable.... 11 Index............................................................. 12 Tripod Mounting............................................. 13 Indications on LCD Monitor........................ 14 Necessary Settings before Use..................
After the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor: GETTING STARTED How to use the Touch Sensor Read This First! Make a backup of important recorded data It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of important data, make a trial recording and play back the recorded data to check that the video and sound have been recorded correctly.
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED Accessories Shoe Adapter An optional microphone or light can be attached to the shoe adapter. AP-V21U AC Adapter BN-VF815U Battery Pack Component Cable AV Cable USB Cable LY37115-001A Shoe Adapter Slide the shoe cover in the direction of the arrow to reveal the shoe adapter mounting socket. Mount the accessory shoe adapter. Fasten the shoe adapter to the shoe adapter mounting socket by turning the screw in the direction of the arrow.
A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area Remote Sensor Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. Release the stopper. Effective distance: Max. 4 m (13.
GETTING STARTED Index NOTE • Be careful not to cover 2, 3, 5, and C during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
! # $ % & ( ) * + , . / 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ? @ A B C D E Power Button SD Card Slot OPEN knob (Z p. 18) Speaker PLAY/REC Button (Z p. 19, 20, 22, 23) SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 20) Touch Sensor OK Button MENU Button (Z p. 36) USB Connector (Z p. 26, 30) Mode Switch [!, #] EXPORT Button (Z p. 34) DIRECT DISC Button (Z p. 27) INFO Button (Z p. 21) DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15) UPLOAD Button (Z p. 35) TITLE Button Lens Flash (Z p. 21) Shoe Adapter Mounting Socket (Z p. 10) Remote Sensor Zoom Lever (Z p.
GETTING STARTED Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator (Z p. 19, 20) @: Auto Mode 3: Manual Mode # Scene Select Indicator $ Effect Mode Indicator % White Balance Indicator & Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( Zoom Indicator (Z p. 21) ) Recording Medium Indicator * Focus Assist Indicator + Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) Indicator (Appears when [OIS] is set to [OFF].) , Monitor Backlight Indicator - Battery Indicator .
GETTING STARTED During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 8 DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM ! Mode Indicator # High Speed Recording Indicator $ Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) % Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 19) : Digest Playback Indicator & Video Quality ( Counter ) Playback Mode F: Playback Q: Pause K: Forward Search J: Reverse Search QF: Forward Slow-Motion PQ: Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) * + , .
GETTING STARTED Necessary Settings before Use NOTE Charging the Battery Pack • You can also use the camcorder with just the AC adapter. 1 2 Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. • The actual recording time may shorten depending on the recording environment, such as when recording scenes with fast moving subject. • Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.
Select [ON] if daylight saving time is observed. Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. 1 8 Set the date and time. 9 Select [SAVE]. Change the setting by using the touch sensor and select [&] to set. 2 3 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Touch MENU. Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 4 Select [LANGUAGE]. 5 Select the desired language. To reset the setting, select [CANCEL]. Setting the clock to local time when traveling After performing steps 1-4 (Z p.
GETTING STARTED Other Settings 3 Using an SD Card Close the SD card cover. The camcorder is programmed to record on the built-in memory when it is shipped from the factory. You can change the recording medium to an SD card. • Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards. - Panasonic - TOSHIBA - SanDisk - ATP To remove an SD card Push the SD card once. After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording RECORDING/PLAYBACK Press PLAY/REC to select the recording mode. Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. SNAPSHOT Press START/STOP to start recording. Approximate remaining time for recording You can also start/stop recording by selecting [REC] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen recording control) To stop recording Press START/STOP again. To view the last recorded scene Select A while recording is paused.
Recording Files (Continued) Still Image Recording RECORDING/PLAYBACK Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the recording mode. Press and hold SNAPSHOT halfway. The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused. Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a still image. To view the last recorded image Select A after shooting. Selecting $ during playback deletes that image. To change the image quality Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY].
NOTE Zooming • The flash does not work during [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] and [BRACKETING]. Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • The flash does not work with the following Zoom in Zoom out T: Telephoto W: Wide angle You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or [T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen zoom control) Zoom ratio (factory-preset) ! mode [10X/OPTICAL] # mode SCENE SELECT settings.
Playing Back Files Video Playback RECORDING/PLAYBACK Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. Operations during Video Playback — On-screen buttons To play back a few seconds from the beginning of each video Touch [ ].
Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode. RECORDING/PLAYBACK Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. Operations during Still Image Playback — On-screen buttons To delete a still image Select $.
USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. USING WITH TV Connection with TV You can output videos from the HDMI connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV connector. Select the connector that best suits your television. Preparation: Turn off all units.
AV Connector Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed 1 2 3 DC Connector 4 AC Adapter To AC Outlet AV Cable Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. (Only when connecting the camcorder to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Start playback on the camcorder. (Z p. 22, 23) To display camcorder’s on-screen display on TV Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. NOTE When the video was recorded with x.v.
COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device The Camcorder You can copy files between the built-in memory and the SD card with this camcorder alone. DVD Burner CU-VD50/CU-VD3 You can copy files recorded on this camcorder onto discs. COPYING BD Burner LaCie Model No. 301828 LG Model No.BE06LU10 You can copy files recorded on this camcorder onto discs. USB External Hard Disk Drive You can copy files recorded on this camcorder onto a USB external hard disk drive.
NOTE • Refer also to the BD/DVD burner’s instruction 4 manual. • When connecting to a DVD burner, use the USB USB cable with Mini‑A(Male) to B(Male) connectors. JVC’s QAM0852‑001 (optional) is recommended. Refer to page 35 for information on contacting JVC. • [YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group. • [NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or by playlist. cable that came with the DVD burner. • When connecting to a BD burner, use a Select [YES] or [NO]. 5 Select [EXECUTE].
Copying Files (Continued) To quit the screen 1) Select [QUIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. NOTE This method can be used to copy video files to discs in a computer connected to the camcorder. 1 2 COPYING Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Check that the images from the camcorder are input correctly to the VCR/DVD recorder. Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder 3 Preparation: • Create a playlist. • Turn off all units.
PC OPERATION Creating a Disc Using a PC You can copy the data from the camcorder and create a disc using a PC. Q 1 Click [Easy Installation]. Installing the software to the PC System Requirements Windows Vista OS: Windows Vista® Home Basic (SP1) Home Premium (SP1) (32-bit, pre-installed) Follow the on-screen instructions. 2 Click [Next]. 3 Click [Finish]. CPU: Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or higher (Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or higher recommended.
Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued) Making Backup on the PC R 3 Preparation: • Install the software to the PC. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC’s HDD. • Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the camcorder. Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. USB Connector 4 Click [Start]. PC OPERATION Power button USB Cable Backup starts. USB Connector 1 2 Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn on the camcorder. Select [BACK UP].
S Making User Lists to Arrange the Files 5 Click the recording date. You can make a user list of a certain subject (such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files related to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC. 2 Double-click the icon to open the calendar. The files recorded on the day are displayed. 6 Drag and drop the file into the user list. Select [Movies only]. To add other files into the user list, repeat steps 5 and 6. 3 4 Click [+].
Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued) Copying Files to a disc T 4 Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats. Select the one that suits your purpose. DVD-Video disc: Drag and drop the file, into the part at the bottom and click [Next]. Suitable if you will give the disc to your friends and relatives. AVCHD disc: Suitable for high quality video. BD: PC OPERATION 1 2 3 Suitable for high quality video with long recording time. Select the user list and click [Create Disc].
Folder Structure and Extensions X = number EVERIO_SD [DCIM] [XXXJVCSO] Contains the still image folders. [DCIM] [XXXJVCSO] [EXTMOV] [DEM_XXXX.MTS] [MOV_XXXX.MTS] Video files with defective management information are saved. [EXTMOV] [DEM_XXXX.MTS] [MOV_XXXX.MTS] [PRIVATE] [AVCHD] Contains management information files of event and/or disc creation information for the files taken with the camcorder. [BDMV] [STREAM] [XXXXX.MTS] [BACKUP] [CLIPINF] [PLAYLIST] [INDEX.BDM] [MOVIEOBJ.
Using with a Portable Media Player Turning on the Export Mode You can easily transfer videos recorded in export mode to iTunes®. All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. For details on transferring, refer to the help of Everio MediaBrowser in the CD‑ROM. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the recording mode. To quit the screen 1) Select [DONE]. 2) Select [YES]. To confirm the export setting Press EXPORT on the index screen.
Uploading Files to Websites Uploading Files You can upload the file to video sharing websites (YouTube™) easily after recording. For details on uploading files, refer to the help of Everio MediaBrowser in the CD‑ROM. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the recording mode. 1 2 Press UPLOAD twice. If you record a file with the upload mode set on, the recording stops automatically 10 minutes after the recording is started. The remaining time is displayed on the LCD monitor.
FURTHER INFORMATION Changing the Menu Settings 1 2 3 Touch MENU. To return to the previous screen Select @. Select the desired menu. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Select the desired setting. FURTHER INFORMATION Troubleshooting Before requesting service, consult the following chart. If the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC’s website.
Trouble Vertical lines appear on recorded images. Sound or video are interrupted. • Such phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction. • Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction. Playback • Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on Cannot find a recorded video.
Warning Indications Indication SET DATE/TIME! COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE • Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [BUILT-IN MEMORY]. • Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting. FORMAT ERROR! • Check the operating procedure, and perform once again. • Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.
Specifications Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 4.0 W* * When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (W x H x D) 67 mm x 72 mm x 135 mm (2-11/16" x 2-7/8" x 5-3/8") Weight Approx. 400 g (0.89 lbs) Approx. 485 g (1.07 lbs) (incl.
Specifications (Continued) h: hour/m: minute Approximate recordable time (for video) Recording medium Built-in Memory SDHC Card 32 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 2 h 56 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 40 m XP 4h9m 30 m 1 h 00 m 2 h 00 m 4 h 00 m SP 5 h 53 m 44 m 1 h 28 m 2 h 56 m 5 h 52 m EP 14 h 44 m 1 h 50 m 3 h 40 m 7 h 20 m 14 h 40 m Quality UXP Approximate number of images (for still image) Recording medium SD Card SDHC Card 32 GB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 34
h: hour/m: minute Required charging/recording time (approx.) Battery pack Charging time Recording time BN-VF808U 1 h 50 m 1 h 10 m* BN-VF815U (Provided) 2 h 40 m 2 h 25 m* BN-VF823U 3 h 40 m 3 h 40 m* FURTHER INFORMATION * When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
Cautions AC Adapter 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 unit’s 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.
• For safety, DO NOT ... open the camcorder’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... allow inflammables, water or metallic 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 camcorder is not in use. ... place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. ... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. ...
Terms A B C D E F H I L M AC Adapter . .................................................16, 42 AV Connection .............................................25, 28 Battery Pack .................................................16, 42 BD/DVD Backup .................................................26 BD/DVD Burner ..................................................26 CD-ROM ......................................................10, 29 Clock Adjust .......................................................
Advanced INSTRUCTIONS HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM400 EN
Contents RECORDING/PLAYBACK Manual Recording....................................... 47 Changing to Manual Recording Mode........... 47 Focusing........................................................ 47 Brightness..................................................... 47 Shutter Speed................................................ 47 Aperture Priority Setting................................ 48 Manual Setting by the USER button.............. 48 Manual Setting in Menu.................................
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. Brightness You can adjust the brightness manually. Changing to Manual Recording Mode 1 Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the recording mode. Slide the FOCUS/BRIGHT switch up to BRIGHT. Select [A/M] twice. 2 Turn the adjustment dial to adjust the brightness of the subject. The brightness is corrected in the following range. ! mode: –6 to +6 by 1. # mode: –2.0 to +2.
Manual Recording (Continued) Aperture Priority Setting You can add a blurring effect to the background by setting the aperture value (F‑number). 1 2 Press A (Aperture Priority Setting). Turn the adjustment dial to select one of the following aperture value. At the lower F‑number (larger aperture value), the background will be more blurred. At the higher F‑number (smaller aperture value), the focus will be clearer for both near and far objects. F2.8 / F3.4 / F4.0 / F5.6 F4.
4 Manual Setting in Menu Select the desired setting. In the manual recording mode: 1 2 Touch MENU. Select [MANUAL SETTING]. Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the touch sensor. To return to the previous screen Select @. 3 Select the desired menu. Menus To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset SCENE SELECT Adjusts the exposure and/or shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. 1 [OFF] : Deactivates the function.
Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO] : White balance is adjusted automatically. B MWB : Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. = WB Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen. 2) Keep touching OK until the B indicator appears.
Menus > ZEBRA The over-exposed sections of the subject are displayed in striped pattern on the screen. Use this as a guide for adjusting the brightness. (In ! mode only) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 1 [OFF] : Deactivates the function. 70% : Sections that are close to be over-exposed are displayed in striped pattern. 100% : Sections that are over-exposed are displayed in striped pattern. NOTE Correct the brightness by using the shutter speed or aperture priority setting function.
Advanced Recording Functions Registering Files to Events Select . If you select an event to register the file to before starting recording, you can find the file easily at playback. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the recording mode. 1 2 3 Touch MENU. Select [REGISTER EVENT]. Select the event. To turn off the face detection mode Select again. Recording still images with the face detection mode turned on 1) Press and hold SNAPSHOT half way. 2) Press SNAPSHOT.
Advanced Playback Functions Playback with Special Effects Wipe or fader effects Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 3 Touch MENU. Select [WIPE/FADER]. Select a desired effect. For details on each effect, see the right column. Items for WIPE/FADER setting • O FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. • P FADER-BLACK: Fades in or out with a black screen.
Advanced Playback Functions (Continued) Date Index Screen File Search Function You can search the desired file by the recording date. Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Select 2 Select [SEARCH DATE]. Select [GROUP]. 3 Select the recording date. Select the file you want to play back. 4 Select the file you want to play back. Group Index Screen ! You can search the desired file by the group. The group is created automatically based on recording date and time.
Event Screen ! Playing Back MTS Files You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 52) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. MTS files (demonstration files, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. Follow the procedure below to play back the MTS files in the EXTMOV folder. 1 2 Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 3 Select . Select [SEARCH EVENT].
EDITING Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation. If the data on the recording medium becomes corrupted, format the recording medium to use the medium again. (Z p.
Deleting Selected Files Deleting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 56) After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 56) 3 Select [FILE SELECT]. 3 Select [DELETE ALL]. 4 Select the desired file and select $. 4 Select [YES]. • The $ mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. • To check the content of the file, select [CHECK]. 5 6 Select [EXEC]. Select [YES]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT].
Managing Files (Continued) Protecting the Currently Displayed File 7 Select [YES]. After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 57) 4 Select [CURRENT]. To release protection Select the protected file in step 5. 5 Protecting All Files Select [YES]. After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 57) 4 Select [PROTECT ALL]. 5 Select [YES]. You can select the previous or next file by selecting % or &. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Protecting Selected Files After performing steps 1-3 (Z p.
Preparation: ! mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. # mode: Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. Number of pixels Viewing File Information D (Dim) Brightness level B (Bright) • The shutter speed, F-number and ISO sensitivity (GAIN) when recorded are also displayed. • A larger number of pixels in the center position indicates correct exposure and well‑balanced brightness. Press INFO.
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event Registration 6 Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 Select a new event. To cancel the event registration, select [CANCEL]. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Changing the Event of the Selected Files After performing steps 1-3 3 Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.]. 4 Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE]. 5 Select the first file of the range. Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 4 Select [CURRENT].
Dividing Files 6 Select [DIVIDE HERE]. You can divide a selected video into two. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. To set the division point again, select [CANCEL]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. NOTE • When playing back the divided file, the 3 Select [DIVIDE]. 4 Select the desired file. recording date of the division point is displayed. • You cannot divide the files with the export setting or the upload setting turned on.
Managing Files (Continued) Trimming Files 6 You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file. Select [SET] at the end point. It is recommended to select [SET] after the pause button is pressed. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 Touch MENU. To cancel the start point setting, select [CANCEL]. Select [EDIT]. 7 3 4 Select [TRIMMING]. Select the desired file. Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE].
Face Detection Zoom 6 Select [SAVE]. You can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as a new file. Preparation: • Select # mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 3 Select the desired still image. Select Zoom images are saved in 16:9 aspect regardless of the original aspect. 7 8 Select [YES]. Touch OK. . Touch the touch sensor to select the face to zoom. 4 Select 5 Adjust the zoom area. + . • Touch the touch sensor to move the area upwards or downwards.
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. 5 Select the file to add to playlist. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. To preview scenes, select the file and select [CHECK]. Creating Playlists 1 2 Touch MENU. 6 Select the insertion point. Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. • To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6. • To delete a registered scene, select the 3 registered file, then select [CANCEL]. Select [NEW LIST].
Creating Playlists Including Picture Titles Playing Back Playlists 1 Press TITLE. 1 2 2 Select the desired picture title. 3 You can easily create a playlist including a picture title. You can check the picture title in full-screen by selecting [CHECK]. 3 Select the desired file. Touch MENU. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. Select the playlist. To stop playback Select L. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To play back from the desired scene 1) In step 3, select [CHECK].
Playlists (Continued) Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 64) 3 4 Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8. (Z p. 64) Deleting Playlist Original files are not deleted even if you delete the playlist. After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 64) 3 4 5 Select [DELETE]. Select a playlist you want to delete.
Print Setting DPOF Print Setting 5 • Slide your finger up and down on the This camcorder is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camcorder. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or take the SD card to a photo lab for printing. sensor. You can set the value by using the touch sensor. • To set print information for other images, repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to 999 files.
Print Setting (Continued) Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camcorder directly to the printer with the USB cable. 1 Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn on the camcorder. 2 Select [DIRECT PRINT]. 3 Select the desired image. 4 Select the desired setting. Preparation: Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the camcorder.
COPYING Copying Files Copying/Moving Files 4 You can copy or move files between the built-in memory and the SD card. Select the direction. ! mode: [BUILT-IN MEM & CARD] # mode: [BUILT-IN MEM & CARD] or [CARD & BUILT-IN MEM] ! mode # mode Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the playback mode. • Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD card slot. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium. 1 2 3 5 Select the desired menu.
Copying Files (Continued) NOTE Using a BD/DVD Burner • Refer also to the BD/DVD burner’s instruction The files in the camcorder can be backed up to a disc using a BD/DVD burner. • Use one of the following methods to view the disc. (If you try to play back the disc with incompatible player, the disc may not be ejected.) - Playing back the disc in the BD/DVD burner using the camcorder. (Z p. 72) - Playing back the disc using a BD/DVD burner.* - Playing back the disc on a PC.
4 Select [YES] or [NO]. • [YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group. • [NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or To quit the screen 1) Select [QUIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. Select [EXECUTE]. This method can be used to copy video files to discs in a computer connected to the camcorder. by playlist. 5 NOTE • The files are copied on the disc. When [COMPLETED] appears, touch OK. • When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS [STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears, change the disc.
Copying Files (Continued) • [SELECT FROM SCENES]: Select files individually. 1) Select the desired file. To select other files, repeat this process. 2) Select [SAVE]. # mode: • [SAVE BY DATE]: Files are sorted according to the date on which they were recorded. Relevant files are displayed in a list. Select the recording date. • [SELECT FROM IMAGES]: Select files individually. 1) Select the desired file. To select other files, repeat this process. 2) Select [SAVE]. 3 Select [YES] or [NO].
Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive You can copy video and still image files to a USB external hard disk drive from the camcorder. You can also play the files in the USB external hard disk drive using the camcorder’s menu. Connection with a USB External Hard Disk Drive Preparation: Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the USB external hard disk drive. USB Connector DC Connector NOTE • Refer also to the optional USB external hard disk drive’s instruction manual.
Copying Files (Continued) To delete the files in the USB external hard disk drive On the screen as in step 1, select [DELETE]. To play back the files in the USB external hard disk drive 1) On the screen as in step 1, select [PLAYBACK]. 2) Select the desired folder. 3) Select the desired file. To return to the previous screen, select @. To format the USB external hard disk drive On the screen as in step 1, select [FORMAT].
Uploading Files to Websites Upload Trimming 6 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE]. You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file ready for uploading. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 Touch MENU. Select [UPLOAD SETTINGS]. To set the start/end point again, select [REDEFINE AREA]. 7 Select [YES]. When copying is finished, the copied file is added to the index screen. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. 3 Select the desired file.
Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CECenabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you to utilize the following convenient functions. Operation method 1 • HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC compliant devices that are connected via HDMI cables. NOTE • Not all HDMI-control devices comply with the HDMI-CEC standard.
FURTHER INFORMATION Changing the Menu Settings 1 2 3 Touch MENU. To return to the previous screen Select @. Select the desired menu. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Select the desired setting. Mode ! # # ! Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset MANUAL SETTING See page 49. (In the manual recording mode only) FLASH See page 21. REGISTER EVENT See page 52. [OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC / FACE DETECTION z SELF-TIMER recording when the set # Starts time elapses after SNAPSHOT is pressed.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Mode ! Menus n VIDEO QUALITY Sets the video quality. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset UXP : Extra High quality It is recommended to use UXP mode when you will copy the video to a BD. Video recorded in UXP mode cannot be copied to an AVCHD disc without downgrading the video quality. [XP] : High quality SP : Standard quality EP : For recording for a long time You can record in full high-definition (1920 x 1080i) videos with any of the video qualities.
Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset y IMAGE SIZE # Selects the image size for still 4:3 mode: [3456X2592(9M)] / 3072X2304(7M) / 2592X1944(5M) / 1600X1200(1.9M) / 640X480(0.3M) 16:9 mode: 3456X1944(6.7M) / 3072X1728(5.3M) / 2592X1456(3.8M) / 1920X1080(2M) / 1280X720(0.9M) IMAGE QUALITY # n Sets the image quality. [FINE] / STANDARD images. [10X/OPTICAL] / 15X/DYNAMIC* / 60X/DIGITAL / 200X/DIGITAL ! @ ZOOM Sets the maximum zoom ratio.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Mode ! ! Menus X x.v.Color Records video in the color range suitable for viewing in an x.v.Color™ compliant TV. [OFF] : Deactivates the function. ON : Activates the function. o WIND CUT [OFF] : Deactivates the function. ON : Activates the function. Reduces noise caused by wind. 4 GRID Displays grid lines on the ! # monitor to help compose the subject accurately.
Menus DISPLAY SETTINGS Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. 9 LANGUAGE Sets the display language. [ENGLISH] See page 17. : CLOCK ADJUST See page 16. Sets the time. ; DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the date and time display format. B MONITOR BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. C MONITOR BACKLIGHT Enables you to adjust the brightness of backlight on the monitor. DATE STYLE: [month.day.year] / year.month.day / day.month.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus Y BASIC SETTINGS @ CONT. SHOOTING SPEED Sets the interval for continuous shooting. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. With each setting, continuous recording is performed at the following speed: HIGH SPEED : 6 frames in 0.4 seconds at 15 frames per second. ( ) MEDIUM SPEED : 6 frames in 0.9 seconds at 7 frames per second. ( ) [LOW SPEED] : 2 frames per second while SNAPSHOT is pressed.
Menus ] REMOTE Turns on/off reception of the operation signal from the remote control. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset OFF : Does not receive the signal from the remote control. [ON] : Enables operation with the remote control. OFF : Makes created DVDs recordable (not playable on device other than the camcorder). [ON] : Finalizes created DVDs so that they can be played back on DVD burner. _ AUTO FINALIZE Sets the DVD to a readable state.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus CONNECTION SETTINGS % DISPLAY ON TV Displays camcorder’s on-screen display on a TV screen. R VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the screen of the connected television when outputting videos from the AV connector. S COMPONENT OUTPUT Sets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector. T HDMI OUTPUT Sets the definition of the video output from the HDMI mini connector.
Menus MEDIA SETTINGS REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. Sets the recording medium for still images. [BUILT-IN MEMORY] / SD CARD REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO [BUILT-IN MEMORY] / SD CARD Sets the recording medium for video. FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. Ensures stable speeds and operation when accessing the built‑in memory. , FORMAT SD CARD You have to format newly purchased SD cards with this camcorder before using them.
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, consult the following chart. If the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC’s website. Trouble No power is supplied. Power After the low temperature message is displayed, the power turns off when the camcorder warms up. The power was turned off accidentally. The power/charge lamp blinks when the LCD monitor is closed.
Trouble Action Recording cannot be performed. • Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #). Vertical lines appear on recorded images. • Such phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction. • If the camcorder temperature increases, REC flashes in the Recording stops by itself. The recorded subject is too dark. Recording The recorded subject is too bright. Digital zoom does not work. The focus is not adjusted automatically.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Sound or video are interrupted. Action • Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction. • Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on Cannot find a recorded video. Playback Some functions cannot be used when playing back a backup BD/DVD through a BD/DVD burner connected to the camcorder. The color of images looks strange.
Trouble Other problems The language on the display changed. Action • It may occur when you connect the camcorder to a TV with different language setting using an HDMI cable. • You need your YouTube™ account to upload files to YouTube™. Cannot upload the file to YouTube™ Cannot export the file to iTunes® Create your account. • Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc. in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software.
Warning Indications Indication Action SET DATE/TIME! • Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE • Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [BUILT-IN MEMORY]. • Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.
Indication VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK, RECOVER? Action • Select [OK] to restore. UNSUPPORTED FILE! • Use files recorded with the camcorder. (Files recorded with other THIS FILE IS PROTECTED • Switch off the [PROTECT/CANCEL] function in the MENU. NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW • Replace the backup destination with another disc. UPPER LIMIT OF RECORDABLE MANAGEMENT NUMBERS HAS BEEN REACHED device may not be played back.
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Terms A B C D E F G H I Aperture Priority .................................................48 Auto Finalize ......................................................83 Auto Power Off ...................................................82 K M Backlight Compensation ....................................50 BD/DVD Backup .................................................70 BD/DVD Burner ..................................................70 Brightness Adjustment .......................................
