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Detailed User Guide

GZ-N1
LYT2705-005A

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  • Page 1: Detailed User Guide

    CAMCORDER Detailed User Guide GZ-N1 LYT2705-005A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Deleting the Currently Displayed File ......... 57 Table of Contents Deleting Selected Files ............57 Protecting Files ..............58 Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed Getting Started File .................. 58 Verifying the Accessories ............4 Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files ....59 Charging the Battery Pack ............
  • Page 3 Maintenance ............... 129 Specifications ............. 130 Trademarks ..............132...

  • Page 4: 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-V10M Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.

  • Page 5: Charging The Battery Pack

    “Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)” (A p. 44) Caution : Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. Charging time: Approx. 2 h 20 m (using supplied battery pack) * The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C.

  • Page 6: Using The Hand Strap

    To prevent the stand from damaging, it is designed to come off when the load applied exceeds a certain level. Reattach the stand immediately to avoid losing it or accidentally swallowing it. If you have lost the stand, consult your nearest JVC service center.

  • Page 7: Inserting An Sd Card

    Getting Started Inserting an SD Card Removing the Card Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the built-in memory runs out.

  • Page 8: Using The Touch Screen

    Getting Started Memo : Using the Touch Screen Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified above may result in recording failure or data loss. Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Some SD cards touch screen according to the mode in use.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Touch Panel

    Getting Started Adjusting the Touch Panel Tap “+”. Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. Tap the B button. Keep tapping “+” as its position changes with every tap. Tap “SETUP”. Tap “OK”. Tap “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST”. Setting ends and returns to the menu screen.

  • Page 10: Names Of Buttons And Functions On The Lcd Monitor

    Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Playback Screen (Video) The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens. Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the LCD monitor disappear automatically.
  • Page 11 Getting Started Playback Screen (Still Image) Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) Display When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the LCD monitor Date Button disappear automatically. Tap on the screen to display the operation “Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 46) buttons again.
  • Page 12 Getting Started Menu screen (recording mode) Menu screen (playback mode) RECORD SETTING Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu “RECORD SETTING Menu (video)” (A p. 101) “PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video)” (A p. 107) “PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image)” (A p. 109) Silent Button Silent Button “Using the Silent Mode”...

  • Page 13: Clock Setting

    Getting Started Clock Setting Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “DATE & TIME” from the menu. The “SET DATE/TIME!” screen appears when you turn on this unit for the Tap the B button. first time after purchase, when it has not been used for a long time, or when the clock is not set yet.

  • Page 14: Changing The Display Language

    Getting Started Changing the Display Language Select the region where you live and tap “SAVE”. The language on the display can be changed. Tap the B button. Time difference between the selected city and the GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) is displayed. Tap “SETUP”.

  • Page 15: Holding This Unit

    Getting Started Holding this Unit Tripod Mounting When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for camera shake. preventing camera shake and recording from the fixed position. To prevent this unit from falling off, check the tripod mounting screw holes and positioning holes on the unit carefully before mounting, and turn the screws until they are fastened firmly.

  • Page 16: Using This Unit Overseas

    Getting Started Using this Unit Overseas Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. destination in “AREA SETTING”...

  • Page 17: Setting Daylight Saving Time

    Getting Started Setting Daylight Saving Time Optional Accessories When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “DATE & TIME”, the time is set You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack. 1 hour ahead. Tap the B button. Product Name Description Battery Pack...

  • Page 18: 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 19 Recording Operation Buttons for Video 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. T appears when “SILENT MODE”...

  • Page 20: Capturing Still Images During Video Recording

    Please be forewarned. Open the LCD monitor. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to be analyzed. Therefore, it may not be returned.
  • Page 21 Recording Indications During Still Image Recording Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Operation Description Buttons Display Icon Description Still Image Functions as the E (recording) button. A Video/Still Image Displays the icon of the recording mode during Recording A Tap and hold to adjust the focus. Recording Mode shooting.

  • Page 22: Zooming

    Recording Using the Silent Mode Zooming When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance.

  • Page 23: Manual Recording

    Recording Manual Recording Tap the item to set manually. You can adjust settings, such as brightness, by using the manual mode. Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. Open the LCD monitor. For details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording Menu”.

  • Page 24: Adjusting Focus Manually (Focus)

    Recording Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS) Adjust the focus. Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual focusing is desired. 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.

  • Page 25: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Tap “MANUAL”. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. 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. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual.

  • Page 26: Setting Backlight Compensation

    Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Tap “ON” or “ADVANCE”. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. 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 27: Setting White Balance

    Recording Setting White Balance Tap the appropriate shooting environment. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Select the Manual recording mode. Select the item by using 0 or 1, then tap “SET”. (Tap the icon directly to select.) The White Balance icon appears on the screen upon completing the If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen...

  • Page 28: Taking Close-Up Shots (Tele Macro)

    Recording Taking Close-up Shots (TELE MACRO) Tap 1. You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. *The image is only an impression. Tap “TELE MACRO”. Select the Manual recording mode. Tap L to exit the menu. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen Tap J to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 29: Recording With Effects

    Recording Recording with Effects Recording Images Like an Old Black and White Photo (GRAINY MONOCHROME) You can add and record various effects to videos or still images. Captures film-like monochrome images by increasing the contrast of mid- Once setting is done, you can easily record images that are suitable for each level brightness and emphasizing the rough grainy feel on the image.

  • Page 30: Recording Food Images (Food)

    Recording Recording Food Images (FOOD) Recording Images of a Baby (BABY) Captures food images such that the food looks appetizing even under Captures a soft and gentle image by lightening the skin tone while retaining fluorescent lighting in homes by changing the colors to warm-colors and the reddish hue, enhancing the skin beautifying effect as well as smoothing deepening the colors.

  • Page 31: 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 32: 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 33 Recording Tap “ON”. Tap L to exit the menu as the previous screen appears. Point the camera toward the human subject. A still image is automatically captured when smiles are detected. PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured. You can display the smile level (%) together with the frame by setting “SMILE% DISPLAY”...

  • Page 34: 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 4 faces together with priority levels can be registered. It is recommended to register the faces that are often being recorded by this camera beforehand.

  • Page 35: Setting Smile% Display

    Recording Setting SMILE% DISPLAY “SMILE% 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. 31) Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 36: Editing The Registered Face Information

    Recording Editing the Registered Face Information Tap the desired setting. You can change the priority level that is registered. Tap the B button. The top menu appears. Setting Details Tap “SETUP”. Displays only the frames when faces are detected. Displays the frames, names, and smile levels (%) when faces are detected.
  • Page 37 Recording Tap the item to edit. Tap “CANCEL”. If you select “CHANGE ORDER OF PRIORITY”, proceed to step 11 Tap the person to cancel registration of. in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 35) ”. “Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p.

  • Page 38: Reducing Camera Shake

    Recording Reducing Camera Shake Setting Details When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can b OFF Deactivates image stabilizer. be effectively reduced. Reduces camera shake under normal a ON Tap the B button. shooting conditions. Reduces camera shake more effectively r ON (AIS) when shooting bright scenes on the wide angle end.

  • Page 39: Recording At Intervals (Time-Lapse Recording)

    Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE Tap to select a recording interval (1 to 80 seconds). 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 40: Using The Self-Timer

    Recording Time-Lapse Setting Using the Self-timer The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. You can record video or still image using the self-timer. This is useful when recording a video to include yourself in the video. Setting Details The 10-second self-timer is a convenient function for taking group photos.
  • Page 41 Recording Tap “ON”. Tap 1. Press the E (recording) button. Tap “SELF-TIMER”. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “2SEC” or “10SEC”. The countdown to recording appears and recording will start after 5 seconds.

  • Page 42: Recording Videos With Date And Time

    Recording Recording Videos with Date and Time Select the type of clock with 0 or 1, and tap “SET”. You can record videos together with the date and time. Set this when you want to save the file with date and time display. (The date and time cannot be deleted after recording.) Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 43: Checking The Camera Settings

    Recording Checking the Camera Settings Checking the Remaining Recording Time Open the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is A. Check if the recording mode is A. If this unit is in the still image mode B, tap the D (video/still image) If this unit is in the still image mode B, tap the D (video/still image) button on the touch screen to display the mode switching screen.
  • Page 44 Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Picture quality Built-in memory 35 m 50 m Picture quality SDHC/SDXC card 16GB 32GB 64GB 128GB 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 40 m 5 h 40 m 11 h 30 m 30 m 1 h 50 m 3 h 50 m...

  • Page 45: Playback

    Please be forewarned. Start playback from “DIGEST PLAYBACK” in the - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. “PLAYBACK SETTING” menu. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to be analyzed.

  • Page 46: Normal Playback

    Playback Normal Playback Operation Buttons for Video Playback Plays back the recorded videos. During Index Screen Display Open the LCD monitor. Display Description A Video/Still Image Displays the recording mode icon. Recording Mode Check if the recording mode is A. B Date Moves to the previous/next date If this unit is in the still image mode B, tap the D (video/still image)
  • Page 47 Playback During Video Playback Adjusting the Volume of Videos You can use the zoom/volume lever to control the volume. When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the touch screen disappear automatically. Tap on the screen to display the operation buttons again.

  • Page 48: Checking The Recording Date And Other Information

    Playback Checking the Recording Date and Other Information DIGEST PLAYBACK You can see the recording information of the recorded videos. You can play back a digest of recorded videos (Digest Playback). This is useful for checking the content of videos quickly. Open the LCD monitor.
  • Page 49 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 50: Playback Playlist

    Playback PLAYBACK PLAYLIST Tap to select a playlist. Plays back the playlists that you have created. Open the LCD monitor. Playback of the playlist starts. “Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 46) Tap u to return to the index screen. Playlists with a O (Digest Playback) icon are the playlists created during Digest Playback.

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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. Still images that are recorded continuously will be grouped together. Only the first recorded file (still image) is shown and the group is displayed with a green frame.

  • Page 53: 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. When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the touch screen “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 52) disappear automatically.

  • Page 54: 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 55 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. 114) allows linked operations with the TV to be performed.

  • Page 56: Connecting Via The Av Connector

    Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described Memo : in the following. For purchasing, consult your nearest JVC service center. To normal playback/To index menu http://www3.jvckenwood.com/support/hrepair.html 1) Press the top menu button on the remote control of the player during digest playback.

  • Page 57: 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 58: 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. 58) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 59) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.

  • Page 59: 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. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again. I and P are displayed on the files that are already protected.

  • Page 60: Capturing A Still Image In The Video During Playback

    Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Playback Recording You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING”...

  • Page 61: Capturing A Required Part In The Video (Trimming)

    Editing Capturing a Required Part in the Video Tap “COMBINE SCENES”. (TRIMMING) Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location. Open the LCD monitor. This unit starts a search to detect seamless videos. Combining cannot be performed if no seamless videos are found.

  • Page 62: Deleting Playlists

    Editing Deleting Playlists Tap the video to edit. Delete the playlists that you have created. Open the LCD monitor. Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”. 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 63: Copying

    Tap on the playlist to delete, and tap “NEXT”. Blu-ray Drive) *The JVC external Blu-ray drive is known as “BD writer”. You can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using an optional BD writer (external Blu-ray drive).

  • Page 64: Preparing A Bd Writer (External Blu-Ray Drive)

    Copying Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) Creating a Disc Memo : Creating a Disc When connecting this unit to the BD writer (external Blu ray drive), use the provided Mini-A (male) - B (male) USB conversion cable. Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) To use the USB cable provided with the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive), Insert a new disc into the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive).
  • Page 65 Copying Tap the desired method. Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed. “ALL SCENES” (video)/“ALL IMAGES” (still image): Turn off the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive), then remove the USB All videos or still images in this unit are copied. cable. “UNSAVED SCENES”...
  • Page 66 Copying Copying Selected Playlists Tap on the playlist to copy to disc. Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. Select video mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”. d appears on the selected playlist (upper row). Tap J to deselect. Tap on the selected playlist again to check the content of the playlist.
  • Page 67 Copying Caution : Tap “OK”. Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is If step 10 is not displayed, go to step 11. complete. Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.
  • Page 68 Copying Copying Selected Files Tap on the videos or still images to copy. Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. There are 2 ways to select images. Selecting Files One by One Specify a “FROM HERE” to “UNTIL HERE” range. Copying Selected Files One by One Select video or still image mode.
  • Page 69 Copying Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed. Tap “SELECT FROM SCENES” (video) or “SELECT FROM IMAGES” (still image). Turn off the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive), then remove the USB cable. Caution : Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.
  • Page 70 Copying Caution : Tap “EXECUTE”. Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete. Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either. All DVDs will be finalized automatically. While files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later, files can still be added to the BD-R/BD-RE.

  • Page 71: Playing Back With A Bd Writer (External Blu-Ray Drive)

    Memo : The production for CU-VD3 and CU-VD50 DVD writer has ended. For details on the stock availability, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Creating Discs with a DVD Writer An index screen (thumbnail display) of the videos in the disc appears.

  • Page 72: Preparing A Dvd Writer (Cu-Vd3)

    Copying Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3) Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50) Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Open the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor. Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter.

  • Page 73: Creating A Disc

    Copying Creating a Disc Copying All Files All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. Prepare a DVD writer. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never Insert a new disc into the DVD writer. been copied.
  • Page 74 Copying Copying Selected Playlists Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only) Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. Select video mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”. When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.
  • Page 75 Copying After arranging, tap G. Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed. Tap “EXECUTE”. Turn off the DVD writer, then remove the USB cable. Caution : Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete. Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied.
  • Page 76 Copying Copying Selected Files After selecting all the files, tap G. Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. There are 2 ways to select images. Selecting Files One by One Specify a “FROM HERE” to “UNTIL HERE” range. Copying Selected Files One by One Select video or still image mode.
  • Page 77 Copying Caution : Tap the first image (thumbnail) of the range to be copied. Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete. Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

  • Page 78: Playing Back With A Dvd Writer

    Copying Playing Back with a DVD Writer Tap “EXECUTE”. You can play back the DVDs created on this unit. Connect this unit to the DVD writer and TV. (If this unit is not connected to a TV, images can be played back on the LCD monitor of this unit.) When “INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO EXIT”...

  • Page 79: Dubbing Files To A Disc By Connecting To A Blu-Ray Recorder

    Copying Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a Tap the desired media. Blu-ray Recorder You can dub videos in the high definition quality by connecting an AVCHD- compliant Blu-ray recorder to this unit via a USB cable. For details on creating the disc, refer to the instruction manual of your Blu-ray recorder.

  • Page 80: Dubbing Files To A Disc By Connecting To A Dvd Recorder

    Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described in the following. 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. http://www3.jvckenwood.com/support/hrepair.html Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

  • Page 81: Dubbing Files To A Vhs Tape By Connecting To A Vcr

    Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described in the following. 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. http://www3.jvckenwood.com/support/hrepair.html Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

  • Page 82: Using A Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    Copying Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive Memo : You can copy video and still image files to a USB external hard disk drive When connecting to the external hard disk drive, use a USB cable from this unit.

  • Page 83: Copying All Files

    Copying Copying All Files Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed. All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never been copied. Select video or still image mode. Tap “BACK UP”.

  • Page 84: Playing Back Files In The Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    Copying Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive Deleting Folders in the USB External Hard Disk Drive Videos or still images saved in an external hard disk drive can be played Files that are copied to the external hard disk drive can be deleted. back on this unit.

  • Page 85: Formatting The Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    Copying Formatting the USB External Hard Disk Drive Importing Files from the USB External Hard Disk Drive All files on the external hard disk drive can be deleted. You can copy video files from a USB external hard disk drive to the built-in memory of this unit or an SD card.

  • Page 86: Copying Files To An Sd Card

    Copying Copying Files to an SD Card Tap “YES”. You can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Copying still images to cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing). Caution : Make sure that there is enough space left in the destination medium.
  • Page 87 Copying Tap on the files to copy. P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again. Tap “S.ALL” to select all files. Tap “R.ALL” to release all selections. Tap “SET”. “SET” is deactivated when no file is selected. Tap “YES”.

  • Page 88: Copying To Windows Pc

    To create DVD-Video discs using the provided software, it is necessary to install the additional software (software for creating DVD-Video). For details, refer to the Pixela homepage. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Backing up of files using other softwares is not supported. Trouble with Using the Provided Software Everio MediaBrowser 4 Consult the customer service center below.
  • Page 89 Copying If a “Computer” icon is shown on desktop, right-click the icon and select “Properties” in the menu to display your computer information. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Click the start button. Right-click Computer. Click “Properties”. Check the items with the table below.
  • Page 90 Copying Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Windows Vista/Windows 7 Windows 8 64-bit Windows Vista 32/64-bit Windows 8 or Windows 8 Pro Home Basic or Home Premium (Pre-installed versions, desktop mode only) (Pre-installed versions only) Service Pack 2 Windows8.1 64-bit Windows 7 32/64-bit Windows8.1 or Windows8.1 Pro Home Premium (Pre-installed versions, desktop mode only)

  • Page 91: Installing The Provided Software (Built-In)

    Copying Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) Perform the following operations on your computer. You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform editing A Display “Apps”. using the provided software. (For Windows 8) Click the “Search” charm. (For Windows 8.1) Click F. Preparations Connect this unit to a computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 92 Copying Windows Vista/Windows 7 Click “Finish”. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Open the LCD monitor. Click “Quit”. Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. Installation is complete, and two icons are created on the desktop. Remove this unit from your PC.

  • Page 93: Backing Up All Files

    Copying Backing Up All Files Perform the following operations on your computer. Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the A Click “Open folder to view files” on the auto play dialog box, and then computer's hard disk (HDD).
  • Page 94 USA and Canada (English): +1-800-458-4029 (toll-free) Europe (UK, Germany, France, and Spain) (English):+800-1532-4865 (toll-free) Other Countries in Europe (English):+44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Delete unwanted videos before making backup. It takes time to back up many videos. “Deleting Unwanted Files” (A p. 57)

  • Page 95: Organizing Files

    (English):+800-1532-4865 (toll-free) Other Countries in Europe (English):+44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ A new user list is added to the user list library. Click on the recording day. The thumbnails of the files recorded on the day are displayed.

  • Page 96: Recording Videos To Discs

    * To create DVD-Video discs using the provided software, it is necessary to install the additional software (software for creating DVD-Video). For details, refer to the Pixela homepage. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Use commercially-available software to create a Blu-ray disc. Use Everio MediaBrowser 4 Player to play back an AVCHD disc. Refer to the help file of the provided Everio MediaBrowser 4 software to operate.

  • Page 97: Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software

    Copying Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software (Windows 8) Click the “Search” charm to display Apps, click “Computer” or “PC” Copy the files to a computer using the following method. under “Windows System Tool”, and click the “JVCCAM_MEM” or Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

  • Page 98: List Of Files And Folders

    Copying List of Files and Folders Folders and files are created in the built-in memory and SD card as shown below. They are created only when necessary. Caution : 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. The following menu is available on this unit. Tap the B button. 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: Record Setting Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (video) FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 24) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 25) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
  • Page 102 Settings Menu WIND CUT Reduces the noise caused by wind. Setting Details Deactivates the function. Activates the function. AUTO Activate the function automatically. SELF-TIMER Use this function when you wish to include the photographer in the picture or video. “Using the Self-timer in Video Mode” (A p. 40) TIME-LAPSE RECORDING This function enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over a long period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval.
  • Page 103 Settings Menu SEAMLESS RECORDING Continues recording on the SD card without stopping when the remaining space on the built-in memory runs out. Setting Details Does not switch recording media automatically. Switches recording media automatically. Memo : Seamless recording cannot be performed if there is not enough free space in the SD card. q appears on the information screen if seamless recording cannot be performed.
  • Page 104 Settings Menu MIC LEVEL SETTING Sets the microphone level. Setting Details Increases the microphone input level. The microphone input level is not changed. Decreases the microphone input level. K2 TECHNOLOGY Reduces the degradation of sound quality caused by digital signal processing, and records a sound quality close to the original. Setting Details Deactivates K2 TECHNOLOGY.

  • Page 105: Record Setting Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (still image) FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 24) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 25) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
  • Page 106 Settings Menu RECORDING EFFECT You can add and record various effects to the images. Once setting is done, you can easily record images that are suitable for each image. GRAINY MONOCHROME Captures film-like monochrome images by increasing the contrast of mid-level brightness and emphasizing the rough grainy feel on the image. “Recording Images Like an Old Black and White Photo (GRAINY MONOCHROME)”...

  • Page 107: Playback Setting Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video) 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. Displays the date and time during playback. DIGEST PLAYBACK Plays back a digest of the recorded videos.

  • Page 108: 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. 58) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 59) COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card”...

  • Page 109: Playback Setting Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image) SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback. Setting Details SLIDE Switches the screen by sliding in from right to left. BLINDS Switches the screen by dividing into vertical strips. CHECKERBOARD Switches the screen by changing through a checkered pattern.

  • Page 110: 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. 58) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 59) COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card”...

  • Page 111: Setup (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu SETUP (video/still image) DATE & TIME Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. “Clock Setting” (A p. 13) “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 16) “Setting Daylight Saving Time” (A p. 17) DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the order of year, month, day and the time display format (24H/12H).
  • Page 112 Settings Menu MONITOR BRIGHTNESS Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. Setting Details AUTO Sets the brightness automatically to “4” when using outdoors and to “3” when using indoors. Brightens the backlight of the monitor regardless of the surrounding conditions. Sets to the standard brightness.
  • Page 113 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/dvmain/support/download/index.html OPEN SOURCE LICENSES (recording only) Displays the open source software licenses that are used in this unit.

  • Page 114: 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 115: Usb Connection Menu

    Settings Menu USB CONNECTION MENU This menu appears when this unit is connected to a computer using an USB cable. PLAYBACK ON PC Displays videos recorded by this unit by using the Everio MediaBrowser 4. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 91) Saves videos recorded by this unit on your computer without using the provided software.

  • Page 116: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Rear A E (Video/Still Image) Button B Zoom/Volume Lever During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range. During playback (index screen): Moves to the next or previous page. A DC Connector During video playback: Adjusts the volume. Connects to an AC adapter to charge the battery. C Stereo Microphone B POWER/ACCESS (Power/Access) Lamp Do not cover the microphone with your fingers during video recording.
  • Page 117 Names of Parts Bottom Interior A HDMI mini connector Connects to TV using an HDMI mini cable. B USB Connector Connects to computer using a USB cable. C AV Connector Connects to the AV connector of a TV, etc. A Built-in Tilt Stand “Using the Built-in Tilt Stand”...

  • Page 118: Lcd Monitor

    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. 8) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 10) Caution : Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact.

  • Page 119: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording A Time “Clock Setting” (A p. 13) A Video Mode B WHITE BALANCE Switches between video and still image modes. “Setting White Balance” (A p. 27) B TIME-LAPSE RECORDING(1SEC) “Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING)” (A p. 39) C Recording with Effects C Time-Lapse Recording Counter “Recording with Effects”...

  • Page 120: Still Image Recording

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback A Video Mode Switches between video and still image modes. B Video Quality A Still Image Mode “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 103) Switches between video and still image modes. C Date/Time B Shutter Speed Displays the recording date and time.

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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 Recording media “ REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE ” (A p. 113) F Battery Indicator “Checking the Remaining Recording Time”...

  • Page 122: When The Unit Is Not Working Properly

    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 123: Battery Pack

    If the terminal of this unit or the battery pack is dirty, wipe it with a cotton swab or something similar. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and Recording stops automatically. performance cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

  • Page 124: 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. 7) scenes.

  • Page 125: 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 126: Screen/Image

    After closing the LCD monitor, remove the AC adapter and/or the battery pack. Reattach the AC adapter and/or the battery pack, 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.

  • Page 127: Error Message

    Please be forewarned. COMMUNICATION ERROR - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Please be forewarned. Reconnect the USB cable. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to Turn off this unit and the devices connected to it, and turn them on again.
  • Page 128 Troubleshooting “ REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO ” (A p. 112) UNSUPPORTED FILE! Turn off and on this unit again. Use files recorded with this unit. (Files recorded with other devices may not Protect the unit from vibration and shock. be playable.) CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS HIGH PLEASE TURN CAMERA THIS FILE IS PROTECTED OFF TO ALLOW IT TO COOL DOWN PLEASE WAIT...
  • Page 129 Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : Be sure to detach the 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 130: 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 3.6 V connector Power consumption 2.8 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) AV output Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω 2.9 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter)) connector Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 KΩ...

  • Page 131: Still Image

    Specifications Still Image AC Adapter (AC-V10M) 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 Number of Shots)”...
  • Page 132 Trademarks Trademarks AVCHD and AVCHD logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and HDMI logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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