EN GUIDEBOOK HARD DISK CAMERA GZ-HD320 GZ-HD300 U 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.
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. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
Easy Start Guide Charge the battery before recording Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack. Access lamp blinks: Accessing files Power/charge lamp blinks: Charging goes out: Charging finished Do not remove the AC adapter, the battery pack or the microSD card when the lamp is blinking. Open the cover Battery Pack The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) CAUTION • Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
Date/Time Setting the LCD monitor to Q Open turn on the camcorder the city closest to T Select the area where you use the camcorder 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.
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 hard disk Video Quality Press the START/STOP button to start recording, and press it again to stop.
Playing back Q Select playback mode (PLAY) The mode changes when you press the button. R Select the desired file S Select F (Touch OK) Index screen Playback screen To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 24) To view files on TV (Z p. 32) CAUTION Do not forget to make copies after recording! • To copy files onto discs (Z p. 47) • To dub files to a VCR/DVD recorder (Z p. 53) • To play back a created disc (Z p. 50) • To edit files on your computer (Z p.
Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories.............................................10 Preparing the Remote Control....................... 11 EDITING Managing Files.........................................35 Charging the Battery Pack............................. 16 Date/Time Setting.......................................... 16 Language Setting.......................................... 17 Capturing a Still Image from a Video............. 35 Deleting Files.................................................
How to use the Touch Sensor After the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor: 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 Accessories AP-V20U BN-VF808U AC Adapter Battery Pack Component Cable AV Cable CR2025 RM-V751U USB Cable Remote Control Lithium Battery Pre-installed in the remote control. CD-ROM NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area Remote Sensor To Reinsert the Battery Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Lock Tab Lithium Battery (CR2025) Effective distance: Max. 5 m (16 ft) NOTE The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.
Index NOTE • Be careful not to cover 3, 4, 5, and 6 during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
Camcorder Remote Control ! # $ % & ( ) Power Button HDMI Mini Connector (Z p. 32) Component Connector (Z p. 32) DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15) Speaker Ventilation hole Zoom Lever (Z p. 22) Speaker Volume Control * SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 21) Q R S T Infrared Beam Transmitting Window ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/Out) Up Button Skip Backward Button U V W X Left Button Back Button PLAYLIST Button START/STOP Button + Touch Sensor , OK Button - MENU Button Y Z a b S.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4:55 PM ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator (Z p. 29) @: Auto Mode 3: Manual Mode # Effect Mode Indicator (Z p. 31) $ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z p. 31) % LED Light Indicator (Z p. 22) & Scene Select Indicator (Z p. 30) ( Zoom Indicator (Z p. 22) ) Recording Medium Indicator (Z p. 68) * Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when [DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].) (Z p. 66) + White Balance Indicator (Z p.
During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 8 N OV. 1 . 2 0 0 9 4:55 PM ! Mode Indicator # Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z p. 26) $ Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (Z p. 44) % Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 20) & Video Quality (Z p. 64) ( 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.) * + , . Battery Indicator Date/Time (Z p.
Necessary Settings before Use Charging the Battery Pack 1 2 To detach the battery pack Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with just 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.
5 6 Select [CLOCK SETTING]. Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder. Selected area is highlighted Principal city of the selected area Time difference to GMT 7 8 9 Select [ON] if daylight saving time is observed. Set the date and time. Select the city closest to the area you are traveling. To return to the previous screen Select @. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Language Setting The language on the display can be changed.
Other Settings Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it to the tripod. NOTE NOTE • Fasten the strap when you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be careful not to drop it. 18 EN Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.
Using a microSD Card The camcorder is programmed to record on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the factory. You can change the recording medium to microSD card. • Operations are confirmed on the following microSD cards. - Panasonic - TOSHIBA - SanDisk - ATP Video recording: Class 4 or higher compatible microSDHC card (4 GB to 8 GB) For UXP mode, use Class 6 or higher.
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the recording 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. Selecting $ during playback deletes that scene.
Still Image Recording 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]. (Z p.
Recording Files (Continued) Checking the Remaining Battery Power Zooming Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the recording mode. Zoom out ! mode: Zoom in Press INFO twice or INFO and then select ;. # mode: Press INFO. W: Wide angle T: Telephoto You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or [T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen zoom control) To quit the screen Select [QUIT] or press INFO.
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.
Playing Back Files Video 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. To play back a few seconds from the beginning of each video Touch [ ]. NOTE • In some cases, parts of video other than the beginning may be played back. • Some video may not be played back at all. To delete a video Select $ when playback is stopped.
Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) 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. To delete a still image Select $. To change the number of thumbnails (6 thumbnails/12 thumbnails) Move the zoom lever to [W]. To zoom in the image during playback (Remote Control Only) Press T on the remote control.
Playing Back Files (Continued) 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.
Date Index Screen File Search Function You can search the desired file by the recording date. Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the playback mode. Group Index Screen ! You can search the desired file by the group. The group is created automatically based on recording date and time. And the contents of the group are changed when adding/deleting or editing scenes. 1 2 3 Select . Select [GROUP]. Select the file you want to play back.
Playing Back Files (Continued) 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. 23) 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 .
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. Manual Setting in Menu In the manual recording mode: Changing to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the recording mode. 1 2 Touch MENU. Select [MANUAL SETTING]. Select [A/M] twice. 3 Select the desired menu. 4 Select the desired setting. To return to the auto recording mode Select [A/M] so that the @ indicator appears.
Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset SCENE SELECT Adjusts the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. 1 [OFF] : Deactivates the function. 5 NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically. V TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. 6 PORTRAIT: The subject in the foreground is accentuated by blurring the background. H SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly.
Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO] : White balance is adjusted automatically. 3 MANUAL : 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. D FINE : When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.
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. 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. To connect using the HDMI mini connector We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable).
To connect using the AV connector DC Connector AV Connector Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed 1 2 3 AC Adapter 4 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. 24, 25) To display camcorder’s on-screen display on TV Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (Z p.
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.
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.
Managing Files (Continued) Deleting Selected Files Deleting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35) After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35) 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]. 36 EN To quit the screen Select [QUIT].
Protecting Selected Files Protecting Files Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 2 3 After performing steps 1-3 4 Select [FILE SELECT]. 5 Select the desired file and select x. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [PROTECT/CANCEL]. • The x (protection) mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. • To check the content of the file, select [CHECK]. Protecting the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 4 5 6 7 Select [QUIT].
Managing Files (Continued) Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 37) 4 Select [PROTECT ALL]. 5 Select [YES]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. To release protection of all files 1) In step 4, select [CANCEL ALL]. 2) Select [YES]. Viewing File Information 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. Press INFO.
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 4 Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE]. 5 Select the first file of the range. Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.]. Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 4 To preview scenes, select the file and select [CHECK].
Managing Files (Continued) 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. Playback starts. 5 Select [SET] at the point you want to divide the file.
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 3 4 To cancel the start point setting, select [CANCEL]. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. 7 Select [TRIMMING]. Select the desired file. Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE]. To set the start/end point again, select [REDEFINE AREA]. 8 Select [YES].
Managing Files (Continued) 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 . 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. + to change the zoom ratio.
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 4 registered file, then select [CANCEL]. Select [NEW LIST].
Playlists (Continued) 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].
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. 43) 3 4 Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8. (Z p. 43) Deleting Playlist Original files are not deleted even if you delete the playlist. After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 43) 3 4 5 Select [DELETE]. Select a playlist you want to delete.
COPYING Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device The Camcorder You can copy files between the HDD and microSD card with this camcorder alone. Copying/Moving Files You can copy or move files between the HDD and microSD card. ! mode DVD Burner CU-VD50/CU-VD3 You can copy files recorded on this camcorder onto discs. BD Burner LaCie Model No. 301828 You can copy files recorded on this camcorder onto discs.
5 Select the desired menu. • Other than the created BD/DVD using a BD/DVD burner cannot be played. • When connecting a DVD burner (CU-VD50) to a TV, you can play back the created disc without using the camcorder. When playing back disconnect the USB cable. • [COPY ALL]/[MOVE ALL]: Select this to transfer all files in the recording medium. When the size of all files in the HDD is larger than the free space of the microSD card, only the files that can be contained in the free space will be copied.
Copying Files (Continued) Backup All Files 5 Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select HDD or microSD card. • Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD burner. • When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type. 1 Select [CREATE FROM ALL] (! mode) or [SAVE ALL] (# mode). [COMPLETED] appears, touch OK. [STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears, change the disc. Remaining files are copied on the second disc. • To cancel copying, select [STOP].
Selecting Files for Backup # mode: • [SAVE BY DATE]: Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select HDD or microSD card. • Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD burner. • When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type. 1 Select [SELECT AND CREATE] (! mode) or [SELECT AND SAVE] (# mode). 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.
Copying Files (Continued) To check whether the disc was created properly In step 1, select [PLAYBACK]. To play back the created disc using the camcorder 1) Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD burner. 2) Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the BD/DVD burner. 3) Select [PLAYBACK]. 4) Select the desired folder. (# mode) 5) Select the desired file. To return to the previous screen, select @. Digest Playback You can view a few seconds from the beginning of each video (digest) in the created DVD.
NOTE Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive • Refer also to the optional USB external hard 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 on the camcorder. • When connecting to a Seagate’s FreeAgent™ Connection with a USB External Hard Disk Drive Preparation: Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the USB external hard disk drive. disk drive’s instruction manual.
Copying Files (Continued) To play back the files in the USB external hard disk drive 1) 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 In step 1, select [FORMAT]. When connecting a USB external hard disk drive to the camcorder • Do not connect a USB hub between the camcorder and the USB external hard disk drive.
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder Preparation: • Create a playlist. • Turn off all units. 1 2 DC Connector AV Connector 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. To connect using the AV connectors (analog dubbing) AC Adapter Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 3 Play back playlists on the camcorder. 1) Touch MENU. 2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK]. 3) Select the desired playlist.
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.
R Making Backup on the PC 3 Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. Preparation: • Install the software to the PC. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC’s HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. USB Connector 4 Click [Start]. Backup starts. USB Cable USB Connector 1 2 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.
Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued) Making User Lists to Arrange the Files S 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. 1 2 Double-click the icon to open the calendar. The files recorded on the day are displayed. 6 Drag the file and drop into the user list. Select [Movies only].
Copying Files to a disc T 4 Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats. Select the one that suits your purpose. DVD-Video disc: Drag the file, and drop 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: 1 2 3 Suitable for high quality video with long recording time. 5 Select the user list and click [Create Disc]. 6 Input the disc name, select the top menu style and click [Next].
Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued) Folder Structure and Extensions EVERIO_HDD 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.
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 operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD‑ROM. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the recording mode. Changing the Export Setting You can set the recorded videos to the export setting. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Press EXPORT.
Using with a Portable Media Player (Continued) Transferring the Files to PC Preparation: Install iTunes® on a PC. http://www.apple.com/itunes/ 1 2 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY]. All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. If you cannot export the file to iTunes® Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc. in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software.
Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode You can upload the file to video sharing websites (YouTube™) quickly after recording. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the recording mode. 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.
Uploading Files to Websites (Continued) 6 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE]. Uploading Files For details on uploading files, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD‑ROM. To set the start/end point again, select [REDEFINE AREA]. 7 Select [YES]. 1 2 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [UPLOAD]. When copying is finished, the copied file is added to the index screen. To quit the screen Select [QUIT].
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 MANUAL SETTING Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset See page 29. (In the manual recording mode only) ! # D LIGHT See page 22. ! See page 23. REGISTER EVENT [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.
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 RECORD BUTTON Enables the recording button [REC] on the LCD monitor. ` QUICK RESTART Enables the camcorder to start up quickly when you turn off the camcorder and then on again within 5 minutes by closing and opening the LCD monitor. ^ DROP DETECTION Prevents damage to the HDD by turning off the power automatically when it is detected that the camcorder dropped. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset OFF : Deactivates the function. [ON] : Activates the function.
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. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [CONNECTION SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus MEDIA SETTINGS REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. Sets the recording medium for still images. [HDD] / SD REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO [HDD] / SD Sets the recording medium for video. 2 FORMAT HDD Ensures stable speeds and operation when accessing the HDD. [FILE] : Initializes all files in the HDD. FILE + MANAGEMENT NO : Initializes all files and management numbers in the HDD.
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 following phenomena are not malfunctions.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action Recording cannot be performed. • Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #). Vertical lines appear on recorded images. • Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction. • If the camcorder temperature increases, REC flashes in the LCD Recording stops by itself. monitor and recording stops automatically to protect the HDD.
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 the 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.
Troubleshooting (Continued) 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.
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 [HDD]. • Replace the microSD card. (Files recorded with other devices NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.
Warning Indications (Continued) 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. INSUFFICIENT SPACE • Delete files. Move files to a PC or other device. • Replace the microSD card with a new one.
Indication Action DVD-R DISC HAS BEEN ALREADY USED • Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc. FINALIZATION FAILED • Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc. NO FILES • Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #). Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the camcorder Wipe the camcorder gently with a soft cloth.
Specifications General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 3.5 W* * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (W x H x D) 53 mm x 68 mm x 113 mm (2-1/8" x 2-11/16" x 4-1/2") Weight Approx. 325 g (0.7 lbs) Approx. 370 g (0.8 lbs) (incl.
h: hour/m: minute Approximate recordable time (for video) HDD Recording medium microSD Card GZ-HD300 60 GB GZ-HD320 120 GB 4 GB 8 GB UXP 5 h 30 m 11 h 20 m 40 m XP 7 h 30 m 15 h 30 m 1 h 00 m SP 10 h 21 h 44 m 1 h 28 m EP 25 h 50 h 1 h 40 m 3 h 20 m Quality Approximate number of images (for still image) The HDD can record up to 9999 still images in either 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.
Main Unit • 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. ...
JVC Software License Agreement JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC. The right to use the Program is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following. Should You not agree to the terms hereof, You may not install or use the Program.
6 TERM This Agreement will become effective on the date when You install and use the Program on Your machine, and continue to be in effect until the termination under the following provision. Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach.
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Terms A AC Adapter . .................................................16, 78 Adjust Brightness ...............................................30 Auto Finalize ......................................................66 Auto Power Off ...................................................65 AV Connection .............................................33, 53 B Backlight Compensation ....................................31 Battery Pack .................................................16, 78 BD/DVD Backup .............