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JVC GZ-HM65 User Manual

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Detailed User Guide
GZ-HM65
LYT2536-041A

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  • Page 1 HD MEMORY CAMERA Detailed User Guide GZ-HM65 LYT2536-041A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Playback Playing Back Videos .............. 64 Normal Playback ..............65 Beginner’s Guide ............4 MARKING PLAYBACK ............67 DIGEST PLAYBACK ............69 Useful Shooting Techniques PLAYBACK PLAYLIST ............71 PLAYBACK OTHER FILE ..........72 Holiday Season/Christmas ............5 Playing Back Still Images ............
  • Page 3 Recording ................125 SD Card ................126 Playback ................126 Editing/Copying ..............127 Computer ................127 Screen/Image ..............128 Other Problems ..............128 Error Message? ..............129 Maintenance Specifications...

  • Page 4: Beginner's Guide

    Beginner’s Guide Squatting and Shooting at Eye Level Basic Way to Hold a Camcorder ~ Recording Stable Images ~ Staying low is a common position to take when shooting small children. By recording from the eye level of the child, you can capture all his cute This is the standard way of shooting while standing up.

  • Page 5: Useful Shooting Techniques

    Useful Shooting Techniques Introducing the Various Shooting Holiday Season/Christmas Techniques! Record the happy Christmas celebration with your family! Photo by 101st CAB, Wings of Destiny “Holiday Season/Christmas” (A p. 5) Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner Record the happy Christmas celebration with your family! The decoration of tree and preparation of dinner are part of the joy of Christmas.

  • Page 6: Wedding

    Useful Shooting Techniques Recording the Christmas Party Wedding Create an awesome wedding video for the bride and groom! Photo by InnerSpirit Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 Discussing and Planning Before the Event After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of the family while Before the day of the wedding reception, it is important to discuss with the being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is slightly drunk from...
  • Page 7 Useful Shooting Techniques Recording the Expressions and Comments of Guests Advanced Operation with Two Camcorders If video-editing is to be done, record using two camcorders so that a video Setting the shot from eye level to chest level with varying scenes can be created. You can try asking a close friend who has a camcorder at home.

  • Page 8: Travel

    A tripod is an essential item to take stable images. Select an appropriate The JVC AC adapter supports voltages from 110 V to 240 V, and hence can tripod in accordance to your purpose and style of traveling, such as a be used anywhere in the world.
  • Page 9 Useful Shooting Techniques Using Pan at the Places of Interest Tourists spots with beautiful scenery or historical sites are places that you would certainly want to record. To capture the magnificence of a scene which cannot be fitted into a single frame, try the panning technique. Refer to “Shooting Tips”...

  • Page 10: Amusement Park

    Useful Shooting Techniques Amusement Park Inducing Responses by Calling Out Take more shots of the smiling faces of everyone in the family! Videos with no waving of hands nor laughter are not only dull when you view them later, but also put the capability of the audio-recording function of the Taking Videos or Still Images According to the Attraction camcorder to a waste.
  • Page 11 Useful Shooting Techniques its brightness for recording. If Intelligent Auto fails to function as expected or if the brightness correction is insufficient, you can increase the brightness by using backlight compensation in the Manual mode. “Setting Details” (A p. 36) <Without backlight compensation>...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    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 AC-V11U Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery Pack

    Be sure to use JVC battery packs. 95°F), charging may take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such performance cannot be guaranteed.

  • Page 14: Grip Adjustment

    Getting Started Grip Adjustment Inserting an SD Card Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 15) “Approximate Video Recording Time” (A p. 63) Close the LCD monitor. A Open the lever on the strap lock B Adjust the length of the belt C Close the lever Caution :...

  • Page 15: Types Of Usable Sd Card

    Getting Started Memo : Removing the Card Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. above may result in recording failure or data loss. This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Some SD cards may not work due to specification changes, etc.

  • Page 16: Using The Touch Screen

    Getting Started Using the Touch Screen Adjusting the Touch Panel Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the Tap “MENU”. touch screen according to the mode in use. There are two ways to operate the touch screen, namely “tap”...

  • Page 17: Names Of Buttons And Functions On The Lcd Monitor

    Getting Started Setting ends and returns to the menu screen. Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Caution : The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens. Do not tap areas other than the “+” mark during touch screen adjustment (steps 4 - 5).
  • Page 18 Getting Started Playback Screen (Video) Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) Display Operations buttons on the touch screen disappear if the unit is not A/B (Video/Still Image) Mode Button operated for about 5 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the operation Switches between video and still image modes.

  • Page 19: Clock Setting

    Getting Started Menu screen (recording mode) Clock Setting The “SET DATE/TIME!” screen appears when you turn on this unit for the first time after purchase, when it has not been used for a long time, or when the clock is not set yet. Set the clock before recording.

  • Page 20: Resetting The Clock

    Getting Started Resetting the Clock Set the date and time. Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. Tap “MENU”. When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “3” and “2” will be displayed. Tap 3 or 2 to adjust the year, month, day, hour, and minute. Tap “SETUP”.

  • Page 21: Changing The Display Language

    Getting Started Changing the Display Language Holding this Unit The language on the display can be changed. When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake. Tap “MENU”. Tap “SETUP”. Tap “LANGUAGE”. Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle accordingly. Holding the LCD monitor with your left hand helps to stabilize the camera for recording.

  • Page 22: Tripod Mounting

    Getting Started Tripod Mounting Using this Unit Overseas This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. preventing camera shake and recording from the same position. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet.

  • Page 23: Setting The Clock To Local Time When Traveling

    Getting Started Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling Setting Daylight Saving Time Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is destination in “AREA SETTING”...

  • Page 24: Optional Accessories

    Getting Started Optional Accessories You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack. Product Name Description Battery Pack Provides a longer recording time. It can also be BN-VG114U used as a spare battery pack. BN-VG121U BN-VG138U Battery Charger Enables the battery pack to be charged without AA-VG1...

  • Page 25: Recording

    Recording Taking Videos in Auto Mode Indications for Video Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting conditions. In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 26 Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto Operation Buttons for Video Recording Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully. Allows people to be captured naturally. Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. Record the smiling face clearly. Records while focusing on a near object. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp Operation Description...

  • Page 27: Capturing Still Images During Video Recording

    - Once deleted, recorded contents (data), including data loss due to malfunctions in this unit, cannot be restored. Please be forewarned. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to be analyzed.

  • Page 28: Taking Still Images In Auto Mode

    Recording Taking Still Images in Auto Mode Take a still image. You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Open the lens cover. PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured. After recording, close the lens cover.
  • Page 29 Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto Indications During Still Image Recording Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully. Allows people to be captured naturally. Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. Record the smiling face clearly. Records while focusing on a near object. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
  • Page 30 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. Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode.

  • Page 31: Zooming

    Recording Zooming Manual Recording The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. You can adjust settings, such as brightness, by using the manual mode. Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.
  • Page 32 Recording Manual Recording Menu Tap the item to set manually. The following items can be set. Name Description SCENE SELECT Recordings that suit the shooting conditions can be performed easily. “Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” (A p. 33) FOCUS Use manual focus if the subject is not For details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording focused automatically.

  • Page 33: Shooting According To Scene (Subject)

    Recording Shooting According to Scene (Subject) Tap the appropriate scene. Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings. Select the Manual recording mode. Tap “OFF” to cancel the selection. Tap L to exit the menu. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.

  • Page 34: Adjusting Focus Manually

    Recording *The image is only an impression. Adjusting Focus Manually Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual Setting Effect focusing is desired. b NIGHTALIVE Increases gain and brightens the scene Select the Manual recording mode. automatically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark.

  • Page 35: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Adjust the focus. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. Select the Manual recording mode. Tap E to focus on a distant subject. If E appears blinking, focus cannot be set any further. Tap p to focus on a near subject. If p appears blinking, focus cannot be set any nearer.

  • Page 36: Setting Backlight Compensation

    Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Tap “MANUAL”. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. Select the Manual recording mode. Adjust the brightness value. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.

  • Page 37: Setting White Balance

    Recording Setting White Balance Tap “ON” or “ADVANCE”. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Select the Manual recording mode. “ADVANCE” is designed to perform more effective backlight compensation. Choose this when the backlight compensation is not adjusted appropriately by “ON”.

  • Page 38: Taking Close-Up Shots

    Recording Taking Close-up Shots Tap the appropriate shooting environment. You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. *The image is only an impression. Select the item by using 0 or 1, then tap “SET”. (Tap the icon directly to select.) Select the Manual recording mode.

  • Page 39: Recording With Effects

    Recording Recording with Effects Tap “TELE MACRO”. You can add animation effects to video recordings. The animation effects appear when smiles are detected or when the screen is touched. Type of Effect Description of Effect ANIMATION Records videos with animation effects. EFFECT “Recording with Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT)”...

  • Page 40: Recording With Animation Effects (Animation Effect)

    Recording (To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the Recording with Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT) “ANIMATION EFFECT” first.) You can add animation effects to video recordings. The animation effects appear when smiles are detected or when the screen is touched.
  • Page 41 Recording During Setting After Setting Note Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched. Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched.

  • Page 42: Recording With Face Decorations (Decorate Face Effect)

    Recording Recording with Face Decorations (DECORATE FACE Select a desired effect and tap “SET”. EFFECT) Detects faces and enables decorations such as crowns or sunglasses to be added. Open the LCD monitor. Tap 0 or 1 to select an item. Press the START/STOP button the camera to start recording.

  • Page 43: Recording With Decorative Stamps (Stamp)

    Recording Recording with Decorative Stamps (STAMP) Select a stamp. Records videos with various decorative stamps. Open the LCD monitor. Tap K to start selecting a stamp. Tap on the desired stamp to use. Check if the recording mode is A. The number indicates the size of the stamp.

  • Page 44: Recording With Personal Handwriting (Handwriting Effect)

    Recording Recording with Personal Handwriting (HANDWRITING Select a line. EFFECT) Records videos with your personal handwriting or drawing. Open the LCD monitor. Tap G to select the line color and thickness. The number indicates the thickness of the line. 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.

  • Page 45: Capturing Subjects Clearly (Touch Priority Ae/Af)

    Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY Tap the desired setting. AE/AF) “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. By registering the face of a person beforehand, you can enable tracking of the person even without specific selection during recording.

  • Page 46: Capturing Smiles Automatically (Smile Shot)

    Recording Memo : Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT) When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set, “FOCUS” will be set to “AUTO” “SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a automatically. smile. Tap the selected position (face/color/area) again to cancel the setting. This function is available for both videos and still images.

  • Page 47: Capturing Pets Automatically (Pet Shot)

    Recording Capturing Pets Automatically (PET SHOT) “PET SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of the face of a pet, such as dogs or cats. This function is available for both videos and still images. Open the LCD monitor. Tap L to exit the menu as the previous screen appears.
  • Page 48 Recording Memo : Tap “ON”. The camera is able to detect up to 6 faces of pets. “PET SHOT” may not work properly depending on the type of pet, shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.) and the subject (direction of face, etc.).

  • Page 49: Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information

    Recording Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information By registering the face of a person beforehand, focus and brightness can be adjusted automatically by the face tracking function. Up to 6 faces, together with names and priority levels, can be registered. It is recommended to register the faces that are often being recorded by this camera beforehand.
  • Page 50 Recording Recording starts automatically. Using the smile % display as a Tap “OK” to complete the registration. reference, smile such that the value is as high as possible. You can edit registered face information in “EDIT”. A sound can be heard when recording is complete. “Editing the Registered Face Information”...

  • Page 51: Setting Smile%/Name Display

    Recording Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Tap the desired setting. “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” allows you to set the items to display when faces are detected. This item is only displayed when “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 45) Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 52: Editing The Registered Face Information

    Recording Editing the Registered Face Information Tap the item to edit. You can change the name, priority level, and face information that are registered. Tap “MENU”. If you select “RECORD AGAIN”, proceed to step 6 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49) ”. If you select “CHANGE NAME”, proceed to step 12 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information”...

  • Page 53: Reducing Camera Shake

    Recording Reducing Camera Shake Tap “CANCEL”. When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can be effectively reduced. Open the LCD monitor. Tap the person to cancel registration of. Press the a button to change the setting. The setting of image stabilizer changes with every press.

  • Page 54: Marking The Video While Recording

    Recording Marking the Video While Recording Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording You can mark a specific scene while recording video. When a mark is made, You can record videos in slow-motion by increasing the recording speed to the marked position is recorded to make it easy to find the position and start emphasize the movements, and play back the slow-motion video smoothly.

  • Page 55: Recording At Intervals (Time-Lapse Recording)

    Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE Tap “HIGH SPEED RECORDING”. 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.
  • Page 56 Recording Time-Lapse Setting Tap to select a recording interval (1 to 80 seconds). The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. Setting Details Deactivates the function. 1SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 1-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 30 times speed.

  • Page 57: Recording Stop-Motion Videos (Stop-Motion Rec)

    Recording Recording Stop-Motion Videos (STOP- Tap “ON”. MOTION REC) By pressing the SNAPSHOT button, 2 frames of still images are recorded, and stop-motion videos are created by piecing these images together. Open the LCD monitor. The “STOP-MOTION RECORDING MODE. PRESS SNAPSHOT TO CAPTURE FRAME”...

  • Page 58: Recording Automatically By Sensing Movements (Auto Rec)

    Recording Recording Automatically by Sensing Recording starts automatically when the subject within the red frame moves. Movements (AUTO REC) This function enables the unit to record automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 59: Taking Group Shots (Self-Timer)

    Recording Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) Tap “SELF-TIMER”. The 10-second self-timer and Face Detection self-timer are convenient functions for taking group photos. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button. Memo : When shooting a photo using the self-timer function, use of a tripod is recommended.
  • Page 60 Recording Using the Face Detection Self-timer After making sure that everyone is facing the camera, press the SNAPSHOT button. Pressing the SNAPSHOT button starts face detection, and shooting is performed three seconds after another person enters the frame. This function is useful when you want to include the photographer in the group photo.

  • Page 61: Recording Videos With Date And Time

    Recording Recording Videos with Date and Time Select the type if the 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.) Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 62: Checking The Remaining Recording Time

    Recording Checking the Remaining Recording Time You can check the remaining recording time on the SD card as well as the remaining battery power. Open the LCD monitor. 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.
  • Page 63 Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Picture quality SDHC/SDXC card 16GB 32GB 48GB 64GB 128GB 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 4 h 10 m 5 h 40 m 11 h 30 m 30 m 8 h 10 m 16 h 20 m 40 m...

  • Page 64: Playback

    Switch to the mark playback mode by tapping J on malfunctions in this unit, cannot be restored. Please be forewarned. the video playback screen. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject DIGEST From the recorded video, scenes with a smile to be analyzed.

  • Page 65: Normal Playback

    Playback Normal Playback Operation Buttons for Video Playback Plays back the recorded videos. During Index Screen Display Open the LCD monitor. 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.
  • Page 66 Playback During Video Playback Adjusting the Volume of Videos You can use the zoom/volume lever to control the volume. Operations buttons on the touch screen disappear if the unit is not operated for about 5 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the operation buttons again.

  • Page 67: Marking Playback

    Playback MARKING PLAYBACK The scenes marked while recording the video can be searched. Also, marked scenes can be extracted for playback; extracted scenes can be saved as a playlist. Switch to the mark playback mode by tapping J on the video playback screen.
  • Page 68 Playback Indications during the Marking Playback Adjusting the Marked Playback Position Specify the length of time before and after the marked position for playing During the Normal Marking Playback back the marked video. The maximum length of playback time per mark is 20 seconds.

  • Page 69: Digest Playback

    Playback DIGEST PLAYBACK Select the playback time per scene. You can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback). This is useful for checking the content of the videos quickly. Open the LCD monitor. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Adjust the playback position.
  • Page 70 Playback Types of Digest Playback When “ALL” is tapped, Digest Playback will be performed for all the dates. Select the types of Digest Playback from the following. When “AUTO” is selected, playback is performed by shortening the video to the pre-set length Tap L to exit the menu.

  • Page 71: Playback Playlist

    Playback Tap u to return to the index screen. PLAYBACK PLAYLIST Tap “CHECK” and select a playlist to check its content. After Plays back the playlists that you have created. checking, tap J. Open the LCD monitor. Playlists with a O (Digest Playback) icon are the playlists created during Digest Playback.

  • Page 72: Playback Other File

    Playback PLAYBACK OTHER FILE Tap on the file to start playback. 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.

  • Page 73: Playing Back Still Images

    Playback Playing Back Still Images Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen During Index Screen Display (thumbnail display). Open the LCD monitor. 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.

  • Page 74: Slideshow Playback

    Playback During Still Image Playback Slideshow Playback Still images can be played back in a slideshow. Tap I during still image playback to start the slideshow. Operations buttons on the touch screen disappear if the unit is not operated for about 5 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the operation “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback”...

  • Page 75: Searching For A Specific Video/Still Image By Date

    Playback “Deleting Unwanted Files” (A p. 79) Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult to look for the desired file from the index screen. Use the search function to find the file you want.

  • Page 76: Connecting To And Viewing On Tv

    Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV the HDMI mini connector.
  • Page 77 Playback Memo : Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Change the settings in “HDMI OUTPUT” according to the connection. Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cable “ HDMI OUTPUT ” (A p. 115) allows linked operations with the TV to be performed.

  • Page 78: Connecting Via The Av Connector

    Memo : For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV's manufacturer. AV cable (P/N: QAM1322-001) Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described in the following. For purchasing, consult your nearest JVC service center.

  • Page 79: Editing

    Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Deleting Selected Files Deletes the selected files. Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording Caution : media is running out. Deleted files cannot be restored. Doing so frees up more space in the recording media. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File”...

  • Page 80: Protecting Files

    Editing Protecting Files Tap “SET”. Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 80) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 81) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.

  • Page 81: Protecting/Releasing Protection Of Selected Files

    Editing Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files Tap on the files to protect or release protection of. Protects or releases protection of the selected files. Open the LCD monitor. P appears on the selected files. Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again.

  • Page 82: Capturing A Still Image In The Video During Playback

    Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Capturing a Required Part in the Video Playback (TRIMMING) You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location.

  • Page 83: Creating Playlists From The Recorded Videos

    Editing Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos Tap the video to edit. A list created by selecting your favorite videos from the recorded ones is called a playlist. By creating a playlist, you can play back only your favorite videos in the order you like.
  • Page 84 Editing Tap “EDIT”. Tap “ADD”, and insert the video image. Repeat steps 8-9 and arrange the videos in the playlist. Tap “EDIT PLAYLIST”. To change the position of a video in the playlist (lower row), select the insertion point with E/F after step 8 and tap “ADD”. d appears when the inserted video is selected.

  • Page 85: Creating Playlists By Date

    Editing Creating Playlists by Date Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date. Open the LCD monitor. Tap on the video of the date to add to playlist. 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.

  • Page 86: Editing Playlists

    Editing Editing Playlists Tap “EDIT”. You can change the content of a created playlist. However, the playlists created from Digest Playback cannot be changed. Open the LCD monitor. Tap on the playlist to edit, and tap “NEXT”. 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.

  • Page 87: Deleting Playlists

    Editing Deleting Playlists After arranging, tap “SAVE”. Delete the playlists that you have created. Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is A. Tap “YES”. If the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.

  • Page 88: Copying

    Copying Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Tap “DELETE”. Recorder You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit using a USB cable. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Open the LCD monitor. Tap on the playlist to delete, and tap “NEXT”.

  • Page 89: Dubbing Files To A Disc By Connecting To A Dvd Recorder

    You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder. For purchasing, consult your nearest JVC service center. Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and DVD recorder. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

  • Page 90: Dubbing Files To A Vhs Tape By Connecting To A Vcr

    You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a VCR. For purchasing, consult your nearest JVC service center. Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and VCR. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

  • Page 91: Copying To Windows Pc

    Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ For details on how to use the software, refer to “MediaBrowser Help” in the “Help” menu of Everio MediaBrowser 4. Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) Right-click on “Computer” (or “My Computer”) in the “Start” menu and select “Properties” to check the following items.

  • Page 92: Installing The Provided Software (Built-In)

    Copying Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) Installation Procedure You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform editing Windows Vista/Windows 7 using the provided software. Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. Preparations Windows XP Connect this unit to a computer with a USB cable.

  • Page 93: Backing Up All Files

    (English/German/French/Spanish): +44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Tap L to exit the menu. Delete unwanted videos before making backup. Tap J to return to the previous screen. It takes time to back up many videos.

  • Page 94: Organizing Files

    Copying Disconnecting this Unit from Computer Organizing Files After backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as “Family Click “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media”. Trip” or “Athletic Meet”. This is useful not only for creating discs, but for viewing the files too. Double-click on the Everio MediaBrowser 4 icon.

  • Page 95: Recording Videos To Discs

    Other Countries in Europe Set the title of the top menu of the disc. (English/German/French/Spanish): +44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Click “Settings” to select the menu background. After setting, click “Start”. After copying is complete, click “OK”.
  • Page 96 MediaBrowser 4, please consult the “Pixela User Support Center”. Telephone USA and Canada (English): +1-800-458-4029 (toll-free) Europe (UK, Germany, France, and Spain) (English/German/French/Spanish): +800-1532-4865 (toll- free) Other Countries in Europe (English/German/French/Spanish): +44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/...

  • Page 97: Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software

    Copying Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software Select “Computer” (Windows Vista)/“My Computer” (Windows XP)/ “Computer” (Windows 7) from the “Start” menu, then click on the Copy the files to a computer using the following method. “JVCCAM_SD” icon. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Open the folder with the desired files.

  • Page 98: List Of Files And Folders

    Copying List of Files and Folders Folders and files are created in the SD card as shown below. They are created only when necessary. Caution : When the camera and PC are connected by an USB cable, recorded media are read-only.

  • Page 99: Copying To Mac Computer

    Copying Copying to Mac Computer Start iMovie. The subsequent operations are to be performed on the Mac Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. computer. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Caution : When the camera and PC are connected by an USB cable, recorded Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 100: Settings Menu

    Settings Menu Operating the Menu Operating the Top Menu You can configure various settings using the menu. There are two types of menus in this unit. Tap “MENU”. TOP MENU: Menu that contains all the items specific to the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes respectively.

  • Page 101: Operating The Shortcut Menu

    Settings Menu Operating the Shortcut Menu You can configure various settings of the recommended functions in the video/still image recording mode using the shortcut menu. Tap “MENU”. Tap the shortcut icon (F). The shortcut menu appears. Tap the desired menu and setting. <Shortcut Menu During Video Recording Mode>...

  • Page 102: Record Setting Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (video) SCENE SELECT Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. “Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” (A p. 33) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 34) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
  • Page 103 Settings Menu SHUTTER MODE Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Setting Details RECORD ONE SHOT Records one still image. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. Memo : The size of the still image that is captured in the video mode is 1,920 x 1,080. Some SD cards may not support continuous shooting.
  • Page 104 Settings Menu ZOOM MIC Sets the zoom microphone. Setting Details Deactivates the zoom microphone. Records audio sounds in the same direction as the zoom operation. MIC LEVEL Make the adjustments such that “MIC LEVEL” does not turn red. Setting Details Hides display of microphone input level.

  • Page 105: Special Recording Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu SPECIAL RECORDING Menu (video) HIGH SPEED RECORDING You can record videos in slow-motion by increasing the recording speed to emphasize the movements, and play back the slow-motion video smoothly. This is a handy function for checking movements, such as golf swings. “Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording”...

  • Page 106: Record Setting Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (still image) SCENE SELECT Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. “Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” (A p. 33) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 34) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
  • Page 107 Settings Menu Memo : Some SD cards may not support continuous shooting. The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is used repeatedly. SMILE SHOT Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 46) SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Displays the names and smile levels (%) when faces are detected.

  • Page 108: Special Recording Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu SPECIAL RECORDING Menu (still image) AUTO REC Starts recording automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s movement (changes in brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor. “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 58)

  • Page 109: Playback Setting Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video) SEARCH DATE Narrows down the video index screen according to recording dates. “Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date” (A p. 75) DISPLAY DATE/TIME Sets whether to display the recording date and time during video playback. Setting Details Does not display the date and time during playback.

  • Page 110: Edit Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu EDIT Menu (video) PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 80) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 81) EDIT PLAYLIST A list in which your favorite videos are arranged is called a playlist. By creating a playlist, you can play back only your favorite videos in the order you like.

  • Page 111: Playback Setting Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image) SEARCH DATE Narrows down the still image index screen according to recording dates. “Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date” (A p. 75) SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback. Setting Details SLIDE...

  • Page 112: Edit Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu EDIT Menu (still image) PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 80) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 81)

  • Page 113: Setup (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu SETUP (video/still image) Mobile User Guide Displays the QR code to access the Mobile User Guide. 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 : To read the QR code, a relevant application is required.
  • Page 114 Returns all the settings to their default values. FIRMWARE UPDATE Updates the functions of this unit to the latest version. For details, refer to the JVC homepage. (When no program to update the software of this unit is available, nothing will be provided on the homepage.) http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/support/index.html PC SOFTWARE UPDATE Updates the built-in PC software of this unit to the latest version.

  • Page 115: Connection Settings (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu CONNECTION SETTINGS (video/still image) DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. Setting Details Does not display icons and date/time on TV. 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 Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3).

  • Page 116: Media Settings (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu MEDIA SETTINGS (video/still image) FORMAT SD CARD Deletes all files on the SD card. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the SD card. FILE + MANAGEMENT NO Deletes all files on the SD card and resets the folder and file numbers to "1". Caution : Not available for selection when no SD card is inserted.

  • Page 117: Usb Connection Menu

    Settings Menu USB CONNECTION MENU Displayed when connecting the AC adapter after this unit is connected via USB. PLAYBACK ON PC Displays videos recorded by this unit by using the Everio MediaBrowser 4. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 92) Saves videos recorded by this unit on your computer without using the provided software.

  • Page 118: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Rear A DC Connector Connects to an AC adapter to charge the battery. B ACCESS (Access) Lamp A SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording) Button Lights up/blinks during recording or playback. Takes a still image. Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card. B Zoom/Volume Lever C POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge) Lamp During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range.

  • Page 119: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Bottom Interior A Speaker Outputs audio sound during video playback. B A / B (Video/Still Image) Button Switches between video and still image modes. C SILENT Button Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode. The Silent mode can be cancelled by holding down the button again.

  • Page 120: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts LCD Monitor A LCD Monitor 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. 16) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 17) Caution : Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact.

  • Page 121: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording A Video Mode A TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF Switches between video and still image modes. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 45) B Video Quality B Backlight Compensation “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 103) “Setting Backlight Compensation”...
  • Page 122 Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback A Video Mode Switches between video and still image modes. A Still Image Mode B Video Quality Switches between video and still image modes. “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 103) B Image Size C Operation Indicator “...

  • Page 123: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Playback A Still Image Mode Switches between video and still image modes. B Folder Number C File Number D Date/Time Displays the recording date and time. E Media F Battery Indicator “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 62) G SILENT MODE “Using the Silent Mode”...

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting When the unit is not working properly Turning Off the Power Close the LCD monitor. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them, open the LCD monitor and this unit powers on automatically. (Reset complete)

  • Page 125: Battery Pack

    Intelligent Auto mode. In this case, adjust the settings manually. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 34) performance cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

  • Page 126: Sd Card

    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. Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 14) scenes.

  • Page 127: Editing/Copying

    Troubleshooting Editing/Copying Computer Unable to delete file. Unable to copy files to the computer’s HDD. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 is not installed, some protection before deleting the file. functions may not work properly.

  • Page 128: Screen/Image

    Then, attach the battery and AC adapter again, and turn on the power by opening the LCD monitor. If these operations won’t solve the problem, contact your JVC dealer or the JVC service center. Disclaimer - We shall not be held responsible for loss of recorded contents when recording videos/audio or playback cannot be operated due to malfunctions in this unit, provided parts, or SD card.

  • Page 129: Error Message

    Troubleshooting - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Please be forewarned. Error Message? - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to be analyzed. Therefore, it may not be returned. CHECK LENS COVER Open the lens cover.
  • Page 130 Troubleshooting CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH Set the write protect switch of the SD card to off. INSUFFICIENT AVAILABLE SPACE Delete files, or move files to a computer or other devices. Replace the SD card with a new one. RECORDABLE MANAGEMENT CAPACITY LEVEL HAS BEEN REACHED A Move the files or folders to a computer or other device.

  • Page 131: Maintenance

    Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : Be sure to detach the battery pack, AC adapter, and power plug before performing any maintenance. Camcorder 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.

  • Page 132: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Connectors Item Details Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V HDMI output HDMI mini connector Using battery pack: DC 3.5 V - 3.6 V connector Power consumption 2.2 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) AV output Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω...

  • Page 133: Still Image

    Specifications Still Image AC Adapter (AC-V11U) Item Details Item Details Recording format JPEG standard Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Extension .JPG Output DC 5.2 V, 1 A Image size “Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Number of Shots)”...

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