Page 1 CAMCORDER Detailed User Guide GZ-E305 GZ-E308 GZ-EX315 GZ-EX355 LYT2536-021A...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING) ..... 55 List of Files and Folders ........... 123 Recording Stop-Motion Videos (STOP-MOTION REC) ..57 Copying to Windows PC (GZ-E308/GZ-E305) ..... 124 Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC) .................... 58 Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) ..... 124 Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) ..........
Page 3 List of Files and Folders ........... 131 Settings Menu Copying to Mac Computer ........... 132 Operating the Menu ............. 227 Operating the Top Menu ..........227 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Operating the Shortcut Menu ........... 228 Wi-Fi Capabilities ..............133 RECORD SETTING Menu (video) ........229 Operating Environment ............
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-V10M 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
* The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C. If the battery pack is If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C, charging may performance cannot be guaranteed.
Page 14: Grip Adjustment
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. GZ-EX315/GZ-E308/GZ-E305: Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 15) “Approximate Video Recording Time”...
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 *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. touch screen according to the mode in use.
Page 17: Names Of Buttons And Functions On The Lcd Monitor
Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens. Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) Setting ends and returns to the menu screen. Caution : Do not tap areas other than the “+”...
Page 18 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. F is not Operations buttons on the touch screen disappear if the unit is not displayed on the GZ-EX315/GZ-E308/GZ-E305 screen. operated for about 5 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the operation buttons again.
Page 19 Getting Started Menu screen (playback mode) RECORD SETTING Menu “RECORD SETTING Menu (video)” (A p. 229) PLAYBACK SETTING Menu “PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video)” (A p. 237) “PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image)” (A p. 239) CONNECTION SETTINGS Menu “CONNECTION SETTINGS (video/still image)” (A p. 244) Help Button Tap the K (help) button and item to display descriptions.
Page 20: Clock Setting
Getting Started Clock Setting Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. The “SET DATE/TIME!” screen appears when you turn on this unit for the *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. first time after purchase, when it has not been used for a long time, or when Tap “MENU”.
Page 21: Changing The Display Language
Getting Started Changing the Display Language Set the date and time. The language on the display can be changed. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Tap “MENU”. When the day, month, year, hour, or minute item is tapped, “3” and “2”...
Page 22: 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 same 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 23: 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 24: Setting Daylight Saving Time
1 h 5 m (Supplied) BN-VG121 1 h 40 m 3 h 5 m BN-VG138 5 h 30 m GZ-E308/GZ-E305 Tap 3 or 2 to scroll the screen. Battery Pack Actual recording time Continuous recording time (Maximum Recording Tap “DST SETTING”.
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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions.
Page 32 Recording Manual Recording Menu 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) Tap the item to set manually. FOCUS Use manual focus if the subject is not 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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Select the Manual recording mode. Tap “OFF”...
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 *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. automatically using a slow shutter when the Select the Manual recording mode.
Page 35: Adjusting Brightness
Recording Adjusting Brightness Adjust the focus. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. 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 36: Setting Backlight Compensation
Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Tap “MANUAL”. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. 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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Select the Manual recording mode. “ADVANCE” is designed to perform more effective backlight compensation.
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 following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Select the item by using 0 or 1, then tap “SET”. (Tap the icon directly *The image is only an impression.
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 Tap L to exit “ANIMATION EFFECT”. Recording with Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT) (To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the You can add animation effects to video recordings. “ANIMATION EFFECT” first.) 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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Open the LCD monitor. Tap 0 or 1 to select an item.
Page 43: Recording With Decorative Stamps (Stamp)
Recording Recording with Decorative Stamps (STAMP) Select a stamp. Records videos with various decorative stamps. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Open the LCD monitor. Tap K to start selecting a stamp. Tap on the desired stamp to use. 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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Open the LCD monitor. Tap G to select the line color and thickness. The number indicates the thickness of the line.
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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Open the LCD monitor.
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
By registering the face of a person beforehand, focus and brightness can be adjusted automatically by the face tracking function. Up to 6 faces (GZ- EX355), or 3 faces (GZ-EX315/GZ-E308/GZ-E305), 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) *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions.
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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Tap “MENU”. If you select “RECORD AGAIN”, proceed to step 6 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 25 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. (Video files in AVCHD only) *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Open the LCD monitor.
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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. 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.) *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions.
Page 62: Checking The Remaining Recording Time
Recording Checking the Remaining Recording Time You can check the remaining recording time on the built-in memory and 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 Built-in memory 16 GB (GZ-EX355) 1 h 20 m 1 h 50 m 2 h 40 m 6 h 40 m 5 h 10 m 10 h 40 m iFrame (1280x720) 55 m iFrame (960x540) 1 h 10 m Picture quality...
Page 64 1 h 5 m 1 h 55 m (Supplied) BN-VG121 1 h 40 m 3 h 5 m BN-VG138 5 h 30 m GZ-E308/GZ-E305 Battery Pack Actual recording time Continuous recording time (Maximum Recording Time) BN-VG108 40 m 1 h 5 m...
Page 65: Playing Back Videos
Please be forewarned. extracted scenes can be saved as a playlist. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. To start, tap J on the playback screen. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to be analyzed.
Page 66: Normal Playback
Playback Normal Playback Operation Buttons for Video Playback Plays back the recorded videos. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. 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 67 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 68: Marking Playback
Also, marked scenes and goal scenes can be extracted for playback; extracted scenes can be saved as a playlist. GZ-E308/GZ-E305: The scenes marked while recording the video can be searched. Tap “ALL SCENES” to playback all scenes.
Page 69 Playback Indications during the Marking Playback GAME PLAYBACK (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Game playback is a function to playback the goal scenes and/or marked During the Normal Marking Playback scene that is recorded by the smartphone application Everio sync. 2. To start, tap J on the playback screen. For the game recording mode, refer to “Game Score Settings”...
Page 70 Playback Memo : Once a scene is marked, the next mark won’t be made within 5 seconds. Playback stops after all the scenes are played back. Tap DIGESTL during DIGEST playback to exit the Mark/DIGEST playback and to switch to the normal mark playback. Indications during the Game Playback During the Normal Game Playback Display...
Page 71 Playback Adjusting the Marked Playback Position Select the playback time per scene. Specify the length of time before and after the marked position for playing back the marked video. The maximum length of playback time per mark is 20 seconds. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions and built-in memory.
Page 72: Digest Playback
Playback After selecting a date, tap “NEXT”. DIGEST PLAYBACK When “ALL” is tapped, Digest Playback will be performed for all the You can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback). dates. This is useful for checking the content of the videos quickly. Tap L to exit the menu.
Page 73: Playback Playlist
Playback Types of Digest Playback PLAYBACK PLAYLIST Select the types of Digest Playback from the following. When “AUTO” is Plays back the playlists that you have created. selected, playback is performed by shortening the video to the pre-set length *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. of time.
Page 74: Playback Other File
Playback “Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 66) PLAYBACK OTHER FILE Tap u to return to the index screen. The management information of a video may be damaged if recording is not Tap “CHECK” and select a playlist to check its content. After performed correctly, such as turning off the power in the middle of recording.
Page 75: Playing Back Still Images
Playback Playing Back Still Images Tap on the file to start playback. You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor.
Page 76 Playback Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback During Still Image Playback During Index Screen Display 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 77: Slideshow Playback
Playback Slideshow Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Still images can be played back in a slideshow. Date Tap I during still image playback to start the slideshow. 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.
Page 78: Connecting To And Viewing On Tv
Playback Deleting Files of a Selected Date ： Connecting to and Viewing on TV Tap R on the index screen (thumbnail display) to delete unwanted files. “Deleting Unwanted Files” (A p. 82) You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV varies with the type of TV and the connecting cable.
Page 79: Connecting Via The Hdmi Mini Connector
Playback Memo : Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector Change the settings in “HDMI OUTPUT” according to the connection. If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to “ HDMI OUTPUT ” (A p. 244) the HDMI mini connector.
Page 80: Connecting Via The Av Connector
If HDMI-CEC does not work properly, turn off and on this unit again. 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 81: Playing Back A Dvd Or Blu-Ray Disc Created On This Unit
Playback Playing Back a DVD or Blu-ray Disc Created on this Unit DVDs or Blu-ray discs created using the backup function on this unit can be played back on TV using an optional DVD writer (DVDs only) with playback function (CU-VD50) or a normal DVD or Blu-ray disc player. DVDs can also be played back on this unit by connecting the optional DVD writer with playback function.
Page 82: Editing
Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Deleting Selected Files Deletes the selected files. Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. media is running out. Caution : Doing so frees up more space in the recording media.
Page 83: 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. 83) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 84) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.
Page 84: 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. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. P appears on the selected files.
Page 85: 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 (GZ-EX355) 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 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.
Page 86: 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. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor.
Page 87: 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 88 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 89: Creating Playlists By Date
Editing Creating Playlists by Date Tap “CREATE BY DATE”. Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. Tap on the video of the date to add to playlist. Check if the recording mode is A.
Page 90: 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. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. Tap on the playlist to edit, and tap “NEXT”.
Page 91: Deleting Playlists
Editing Deleting Playlists After arranging, tap “SAVE”. Delete the playlists that you have created. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Open the LCD monitor. Tap “YES”. 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 92: Copying
Creating Discs with a BD Writer (External Tap “DELETE”. 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 93: Preparing A Bd Writer (External Blu-Ray Drive)
Copying Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) Insert a new disc. Memo : When connecting this unit to the BD writer (external Blu ray drive), use an Mini-A (male) - B (male) USB conversion cable. Please note that the supplied USB cable cannot be used for this purpose.
Page 94: Creating A Disc
Copying Creating a Disc Tap the desired method. Creating a Disc Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) Insert a new disc into the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive). “Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 93) Copy files to the disc with the following methods. “Copying All Files”...
Page 95 Copying Copying Files by Date Caution : Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which complete. they were recorded. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied.
Page 96 Copying 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 97 Copying Copying Selected Playlists Tap on the playlist to copy to disc. Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Select video mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”. d appears on the selected playlist (upper row).
Page 98 Copying Copying Selected Files Tap “OK”. Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Select video or still image mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image).
Page 99 Copying Tap on the videos or still images to copy. Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed. P appears on the selected files. Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit To remove P from a file, tap on the file again. and disconnect the USB cable.
Page 100: Playing Back With A Bd Writer (External Blu-Ray Drive)
Copying Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) Creating Discs with a DVD Writer You can play back the Blu-ray discs created on this unit. You can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) an optional DVD writer.
Page 101: 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 102: 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 103 Copying Copying Files by Date Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Select video or still image mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”...
Page 104 Copying Prepare the discs accordingly. Copying Selected Playlists Tap “CHECK” to check the content. Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only) Select video mode.
Page 105 Copying To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap A list of playlists is displayed on the top menu of the created DVD. “CANCEL”. To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p.
Page 106 Copying While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations Copying Selected Files apply for the still image mode. Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Tap “EXECUTE”.
Page 107: Playing Back With A Dvd Writer
Copying Playing Back with a DVD Writer Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray You can play back the DVDs created on this unit. Recorder Connect this unit to the DVD writer and TV. You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit (If this unit is not connected to a TV, images can be played back on the using a USB cable.
Page 108: 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 109: 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 110: 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 111: 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. *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory. Select video or still image mode.
Page 112: 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 113: 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 114: Copying Files To An Sd Card (Gz-Ex355)
Copying Copying Files to an SD Card (GZ-EX355) 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 115: Moving Files To An Sd Card (Gz-Ex355)
Copying Moving Files to an SD Card (GZ-EX355) Tap on the files to copy. You can move videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Files that are moved will be deleted from the built-in memory. Moving still images to SD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).
Page 116 Copying P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again. Tap “SEL ALL” to select all files. Tap “REL ALL” to release all selections. Tap “SET”. “SET” is deactivated when no file is selected. Tap “YES”.
Page 117: Copying To Windows Pc (Gz-Ex355/Gz-Ex315)
Copying Copying to Windows PC (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) You can copy files to a computer using the provided software. Discs can also be created using the computer’s DVD or Blu-ray drive. If the provided software is not installed, this unit will be recognized as an external storage when connected. Memo : To record to discs, a recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive is required for the computer in use.
Page 118: Installing The Provided Software
Copying Installing the Provided Software You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform editing using the provided software. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. Windows XP Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide.
Page 119: Backing Up Files
Copying Click “Select all” to select all the files at once. Backing Up Files Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the After selecting, click “Next”. computer's hard disk (HDD). Backup will not start if there is not enough free space. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.
Page 120: Recording Videos To Discs
Copying Disconnecting this Unit from Computer Recording Videos to Discs Click “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media”. Insert a new disc into the PC's recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive. Click “Disk” to select the disc type. Click “Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device”. (For Windows Vista) Click “OK”.
Page 121 Copying Memo : Sort the files in your desired order. The following types of discs can be used on the provided software LoiLoFit for Everio. DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW In order to record on the Blu-ray disc, it is necessary to upgrade to the paid version of LoiLoFit for Everio.
Page 122: 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_MEM” or “JVCCAM_SD” icon. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.
Page 123: 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. *GZ-EX355 is the only model with the built-in memory. Caution : When the camera and PC are connected by an USB cable, recorded media are read-only.
Page 124: Copying To Windows Pc (Gz-E308/Gz-E305)
Copying Copying to Windows PC (GZ-E308/GZ-E305) You can copy files to a computer using the provided software. Discs can also be created using the computer’s DVD or Blu-ray drive. If the provided software is not installed, this unit will be recognized as an external storage when connected.
Page 125: 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 126: 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 127: 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 128: 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 129 *To create DVD-Video discs, it is necessary to install the additional software. For details, refer to the Pixela homepage. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ 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 130: 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 131: 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 132: 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 133: Using Wi-Fi (Gz-Ex355/Gz-Ex315)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Wi-Fi Capabilities This unit is equipped with Wi-Fi function. You can do the following using a smartphone or computer via wireless connection. Name of Function Capability DIRECT MONITORING You can check the image on the camera via direct 1-to-1 connection (Wi-Fi Direct) with a smartphone (or computer), without the need for an access point (wireless LAN router).
Page 134: Operating Environment
LAN device. MONITORING function, support for wireless LAN is required.) JVC shall not be liable for any security issues, troubles, damages or losses C Installation of Windows Media Player 12 or later arising from the use of this feature.
Page 135: Image Monitoring Via Direct Connection (Direct Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Do not use the Wi-Fi function outside the country of Image Monitoring via Direct Connection purchase. (DIRECT MONITORING) Depending on the country, there may be restrictions on the use of radio waves and any violations could be punishable by law. You can check the image on the camera via direct connection (Wi-Fi Direct) with a smartphone (or computer), without the need for an access point Exporting/Bringing the Unit Overseas...
Page 136 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Connecting the Smartphone to the Camera Wirelessly Connect the smartphone to the camera by either of the following methods. Connection by entering the Wi-Fi password Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Set the camera to the recording mode. Select the SSID in step 5 from the Wi-Fi network selection screen of your smartphone, and enter the PASS on the password screen.
Page 137 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Monitoring the Images from a Smartphone (or Computer) Smartphone (Android / iPhone) Memo : Prior to use this function, a smartphone application needs to be installed on the smartphone. “Installing Smartphone Applications” (A p. 179) Start “Everio sync. 2” on the smartphone after setting DIRECT MONITORING.
Page 138: Image Monitoring Via An Access Point At Home (Indoor Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Image Monitoring via an Access Point at Home (INDOOR MONITORING) Connect to the wireless LAN router at home, the camera and a smartphone (or computer) via access point wirelessly. From a smartphone (or computer) in connection, you can monitor the images captured by the camera.
Page 139 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Operation Method Connect the camera to the access point (wireless LAN router) Connect the camera to the access point by either of the following methods. Tap “ADD”. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Registration (Operation on this camera) Follow the operations below if the access point (wireless LAN router) in use supports WPS.
Page 140 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap the name (SSID) of the desired access point from the list of search results. (Operation on this camera) Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. (Operation on this camera) Register a password. (Operation on this camera) Tap “COMMON Wi-Fi SETTING”.
Page 141 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Connecting the smartphone (or computer) to the access point (wireless LAN router) Connect the smartphone (or computer) to the access point (wireless LAN router) at home. Start making a connection. For details on connections, refer to the instruction manuals of the device (Operation on this camera) in use or the wireless LAN router.
Page 142 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) How to operate from a smartphone Log in with your username and password. (if authentication cannot be achieved) “Using Smartphone Applications” (A p. 179) Monitoring from the computer (Windows7) Tap the URL button shown on the camera’s screen. (displayed when the computer and the camera are connected wirelessly.) The URL for the computer to connect to appears.
Page 143: Image Monitoring Via The Internet (Outdoor Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) “Using the Wi-Fi Function from a Web Browser” (A p. 192) Image Monitoring via the Internet (OUTDOOR MONITORING) You can check the image on the camera via internet connection with a smartphone (or computer). * To use this function, it is necessary to prepare for an UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) compatible wireless LAN router, and an internet connection from which the global IP address can be obtained.
Page 144 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Operation Method Operation on this camera Memo : Prior to use this function, a smartphone application needs to be installed on the smartphone. “Installing Smartphone Applications” (A p. 179) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The URL (WAN) for the smartphone to connect to appears. (Does not appear if DDNS is not set or set incorrectly.) “LUPnP”...
Page 145 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The username is “everio” and the default password is “0000”. “Changing the Settings” (A p. 157) Operations from the Web browser “Using the Wi-Fi Function from a Web Browser” (A p. 192) Caution : To monitor images while you are out, make sure in advance that you can establish a connection via the Internet by entering the URL (WAN) displayed in “Network Information”.
Page 146: Sending Still Images Via E-Mail Upon Detection Of Face Or Movement (Detect/Mail)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Sending Still Images via E-mail upon Detection of Face or Movement (DETECT/ MAIL) A still image is automatically captured and sent via e-mail when faces or movements are detected by the camera. Tap “DETECT/MAIL ATTN.”. Memo : Size of the still images shot by DETECT/MAIL is 640 x 360.
Page 147: Record And Send Videos Via E-Mail (Video Mail)
Set the camera to the recording mode. check your replied e-mail by using this unit. Check the e-mails sent by this unit from computer, etc. JVC will not be responsible for any trouble that occurs upon the sending of mails. The top menu appears.
Page 148 Check the e-mails sent by this unit from computer, etc. To display the L icon, tap the e-mail address. JVC will not be responsible for any trouble that occurs upon the sending To cancel the e-mail address, press the icon one more time.
Page 149: Image Monitoring On Tv (Tv Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Image Monitoring on TV (TV MONITORING) (Operation on this camera) You can connect this unit to a DLNA compatible TV wirelessly to playback still images on this unit on the TV screen. (This function may not be available depending on the DLNA device in use.) Connect via access point (wireless LAN router) at home.
Page 150: Easy Storage
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) If the DLNA compatible TV in use cannot detect Everio, tap “STOP” to start EASY STORAGE from the step 1 again. You can save the videos and still images to your computer by following easy Caution : steps.
Page 151: Recording The Location Information
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “STOP” to disconnect. Recording the Location Information Connection is established; backup starts. You can record the location information of the venue where recording is (Indication on this camera) taking place via direct connection (Wi-Fi Direct) with a smartphone. Tap “STOP”...
Page 152 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Connection by Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Tap “START” (I). (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Set the camera to the recording mode. When iFrame is selected for “VIDEO REC FORMAT”, the following display appears and recording mode is switched to the 50i mode in AVCHD.
Page 153 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “WPS”. (Operation on this camera) Activate WPS on the smartphone (or computer) within 2 minutes. (Operation on the smartphone (or computer)) To activate WPS, refer to the instruction manual of the device in use. A connection is established and Q appears on the camera’s screen. Monitor screen is displayed.
Page 154: Using The Pan Cradle (Sold Separately)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Using the Pan Cradle (Sold Separately) Panning operation (moving the camera to the left/right, horizontal direction) can be controlled via smartphone by setting the camera on the pan cradle. To use a pan cradle, change the setting of “AV TERMINAL” in advance. Change the setting from the menu screen of the camera.
Page 155 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting the camera to the pan cradle. Operations from the smartphone application For how to connect the pan cradle and the camera, refer to the instruction Connect the camera and the smartphone via DIRECT MONITORING or manual of the pan cradle for further details. INDOOR MONITORING/OUTDOOR MONITORING.
Page 156: Changing The Settings
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Changing the Settings To use the Wi-Fi function, it may be necessary to perform some settings on the camera and smartphone (or computer). Registering the access points to connect (wireless LAN router) “Registering the Access Points of the Camera to Connect (ACCESS POINTS)”...
Page 157 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Menu Settings Setting Details DIRECT MONITORING Configures various settings related to DIRECT MONITORING. PASSWORD Sets the password to access the camera. “Setting the Password (DIRECT MONITORING/INDOOR MONITORING/OUTDOOR MONITORING)” (A p. 159) ENFORCED GROUP OWNER (Default: “ON”) Set whether or not to get the owner group permissions. ・...
Page 158 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting Details VIDEO MAIL VIDEO MAIL ADDRESS Selects the recipient’s e-mail address for video mails. “Sending Still Images via E-mail upon Detection of Face or Movement (DETECT/MAIL)” (A p. 146) MAIL SETTING Sets the e-mail addresses of the sender and recipient. “Setting the Sender’s E-mail Address of the Camera”...
Page 159: Setting The Password (Direct Monitoring/Indoor Monitoring/Outdoor Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “DELETE” to delete a character. Setting the Password (DIRECT MONITORING/INDOOR MONITORING/OUTDOOR MONITORING) Tap “CANCEL” to exit. Tap “A/a/1” to select character input type from upper case letter, lower Sets the password required to access the camera. case letter, and number.
Page 160: Setting The Enforced Group Owner (Direct Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting the Enforced Group Owner (DIRECT MONITORING) Changing the HTTP Port (DIRECT MONITORING/INDOOR MONITORING/OUTDOOR MONITORING) Sets whether to enforce authorization of the group owner. Changes the port number to access to the camera. Tap “MENU”. Valid when setting up multiple cameras for Outdoor Monitoring. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”.
Page 161: Setting The Upnp Of This Camera (Outdoor Monitoring)
Tap “MENU”. internet. (Operation on this camera) Only the JVC dynamic DNS service can be set on this camera. To obtain (register) an account, perform the following steps. Access the following URL from a browser and register for an account.
Page 162: Setting Dynamic Dns On This Camera (Outdoor Monitoring)
Tap E or F to move one space to the left or right. After setting, tap “SET”. Memo : Only the JVC dynamic DNS service can be set on this camera. Tap “OUTDOOR MONITORING” (M). (Operation on this camera) Tap “DDNS SETTING”.
Page 163: Setting The Sender's E-Mail Address Of The Camera
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting the Sender’s E-mail Address of the Camera Tap “SENDER'S EMAIL”. (Operation on this camera) Sets the address to be used for sending e-mails on the camera. Memo : By using Gmail as the sender’s mail address, some of the settings can be omitted.
Page 164 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “A/a/1” to select character input type from upper case letter, lower Enter the username and tap “SET”. case letter, and number. Tap E or F to move one space to the left or right. After setting, tap “SET”. Tap “CHANGE”...
Page 165: Registering The Recipient's E-Mail Address Of The Camera
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Registering the Recipient’s E-mail Address of the Camera AUTHENTICATE Set this when the authentication method needs to Registers the e-mail addresses of recipients on the camera. METHOD be changed. Tap “MENU”. USERNAME Enter the username. (Operation on this camera) PASSWORD Enter the password.
Page 166 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) *Note Do not continue sending e-mails with the same settings if you receive error notifications. Depending on the provider, you may be marked as a sender of spam (junk mail). Tap “ADD”. (Operation on this camera) Enter the recipient’s e-mail address. Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters.
Page 167: Setting The Detection Method Of This Camera (Detect/Mail Setting)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting the Detection Method of this Camera (DETECT/MAIL Setting the Detection Interval of this Camera (DETECT/MAIL SETTING) SETTING) Sets the detection method to start recording. Sets the time period to enable detection again after the previous one. Tap “MENU”.
Page 168: Setting Self Recording On This Camera (Detect/Mail Setting)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting Self Recording on this Camera (DETECT/MAIL Registering the Access Points of the Camera to Connect SETTING) (ACCESS POINTS) Sets whether to record videos on this camera during detection. There are 4 ways to register the access points (wireless LAN router) for connection.
Page 169 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Search and Register Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “ACCESS POINTS”. (Operation on this camera) The top menu appears. Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. (Operation on this camera) Tap “ADD”. (Operation on this camera) Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. (Operation on this camera) Tap “EZ REGISTRATION WPS”.
Page 170 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Manual Registration Tap “SEARCH”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The search results appear on the camera’s screen. The top menu appears. Tap the name (SSID) of the desired access point from the list of search results.
Page 171 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “MANUAL”. (Operation on this camera) Enter the name (SSID) of the access point (wireless LAN router) and tap “SET”. (Operation on this camera) Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters. The character changes with every tap. “ABC”, for example, enter “A”...
Page 172 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) WPS PIN Registration Tap “WPS PIN”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The PIN code appears. The top menu appears. Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera to the access point (wireless LAN router). Tap the “Wi-Fi”...
Page 173 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Editing LAN Settings of Access Points (Wireless LAN Router) Change accordingly such as when you want to fix the IP address for the camera. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “USE” to use the selected access point. Tap “DELETE”...
Page 174: Setting The Password (Direct Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Setting the Password (DIRECT MONITORING) Register a password. (Operation on this camera) Sets the password for direct monitoring. (8 to 32 characters) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters. The character changes with every tap.
Page 175: Enabling The Mac Address Filter (Tv Monitoring)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Enabling the MAC Address Filter (TV MONITORING) Registering the MAC Address (TV MONITORING) By enabling “MAC ADDRESS FILTER”, Everio can be searched from the Register the MAC address of the TV monitor to Everio. device (TV monitor); the MAC address of the device needs to be registered Tap “MENU”.
Page 176: Checking The Mac Address Of This Camera
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Checking the MAC Address of this Camera Protecting the Network Settings with a Password Displays the MAC address of the camera. Sets a password to lock and protect the network settings. Tap “MENU”. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) The top menu appears.
Page 177: Initializing The Wi-Fi Settings
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Initializing the Wi-Fi Settings Returns the Wi-Fi settings to their default values. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Enter the 4-digit numbers. Tap “DELETE” to delete a character. Tap “CANCEL” to exit. Tap E or F to move one space to the left or right. After setting, tap “SET”.
Page 178: Changing The Panning Speed
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) To cancel, tap “NO”. When “YES” is tapped, the network settings return to their default values. Changing the Panning Speed Change the operation speed of the pan cradle (sold separately) via smartphone. Select either of the 2: “HIGH SPEED” or “LOW SPEED”. For details on how to use a pan cradle, refer to the following.
Page 179: Using Smartphone Applications
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) “Transferring Videos (AVCHD format)” (A p. 183) Using Smartphone Applications “Transferring Videos (iFrame format)” (A p. 186) Transferring still images By installing the “Everio sync. 2” smartphone software, images on the “Transferring Still Images” (A p. 188) camera can be checked from a distance, and recording videos/still images and zooming operation can be performed.
Page 180: Using The Markings
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Transfer Screen Game Score Screen Once a scene is marked, the next mark won’t be made within 5 seconds. Tap “Monitor” to return to the monitor screen. Screen display of the camera while marking Caution : “Everio sync. 2” for iPhone/iPad cannot be used when the iPhone/iPad is connected to the mobile phone network.
Page 181: Using The Game Score
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Using the Game Score The scores of various sport games can be recorded with video images. Also, the recorded position can be marked to make it easy to find the scenes you want to view later. Common for Android and iOS Tap “Game Score”.
Page 182 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap the number button of the scored team. When the game is started, tap “Game Start”. To modify the score, tap the scorecard. Tap the “Undo” button to cancel the latest score entry. When the score is registered, next entry cannot be made for 5 seconds.
Page 183: Transferring Videos (Avchd Format)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Transferring Videos (AVCHD format) Transfer videos recorded in AVCHD format to the smartphone. Videos recorded in the 50p mode cannot be forwarded. The video to be forwarded is converted to the following format. Item Details System Video Codec H.
Page 184 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Number of the selected image files is indicated next to the check mark in lower left. To set the length of video you are transferring, refer to the below instructions. In the index screen, tap the desired images to transfer. “Smartphone Application Settings”...
Page 185 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “+”“-” to set the start point of the video transfer (minutes/seconds). Length of the transferred video can be adjusted by using the slider bar. The longer the length of the transferred video is set, the longer it takes to transfer the video.
Page 186: Transferring Videos (Iframe Format)
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Transferring Videos (iFrame format) Transfer videos recorded in iFrame format to the smartphone. (Depending on the smartphone in use, videos may not be played back.) Transferred videos are sent in the original file format. Start “Everio sync. 2” on the smartphone. Start the application after confirming that the smartphone is connected to this camera.
Page 187 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “CANCEL” to cancel the operation. Tap “Monitor” to return to the monitor screen. Tap Q to move to the setting screen. After transferring is complete, tap “OK”. Tap “TRANSFER”. To play back and check the video, tap “CHECK”. (Android only) Tap “CANCEL”...
Page 188: Transferring Still Images
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Transferring Still Images You can transfer recorded still images to your smartphone. If the aspect ratio of the original still image is 4:3, the image is reduced by 1600X1200 when transferred. If the aspect ratio of the original still image is 16:9, the image is reduced by 1920X1080 when transferred.
Page 189 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “Monitor” to return to the monitor screen. Tap Q to move to the setting screen. Tap “TRANSFER”. Tap “CANCEL” to cancel the operation. After transferring is complete, tap “OK”. Tap “CANCEL” to cancel the operation. “TRANSFER” starts. To play back and check the still image, tap “CHECK”.
Page 190: Smartphone Application Settings
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Smartphone Application Settings Item Details You can change the settings of the smartphone applications. MONITORING Turns on/off the monitoring function of the Common for Android and iOS screen. (Enter a check mark to set to “ON”) Tap Q. PAN OPERATION Select the panning speed of the pan cradle SPEED...
Page 191 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Game Score Settings Tap the desired setting. Enter the recording methods of the game score, as well as the team information. Common for Android and iOS Tap Q. Item Details TEAM LIST Set the team name and the color. To display “HOME”...
Page 192: Using The Wi-Fi Function From A Web Browser
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Using the Wi-Fi Function from a Web Browser You can connect to the camera and make use of the Wi-Fi function from the web browser of a computer. Indications on the screen “Indications on the Screen” (A p. 192) Indications on the Screen Recording Screen Memo :...
Page 193 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Video Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) (AVCHD) Video Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) (iFrame) To download a video, click on the thumbnail. Still Image Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) To download a still image, click on the thumbnail.
Page 194 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) DETECT/MAIL SETTING Screen Notification mail settings such as detection method and recipient’s e-mail address can be changed even when the camera is out of reach.
Page 195: Troubleshooting
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Troubleshooting Direct Monitoring Trouble Action Unable to connect to camera. Check whether the Wi-Fi connection is established successfully. (URL required) Check whether Wi-Fi is connected to “DIRECT-**EVERIO”. Check whether the smartphone (or computer) is connected to the camera. Try again after powering off and on the camera and the terminal (smartphone or computer).
Page 196 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) INDOOR MONITORING (connection at home) Trouble Action Unable to connect to camera. Check whether the Wi-Fi connection is established successfully. (URL required) Check to ensure that the camera and the terminal (smartphone or computer) are connected to the same access point.
Page 197 To set dynamic DNS, perform the following steps. 1. Obtain an account with JVC dynamic DNS service using your computer. 2. Log in to JVC DNS and obtain the dynamic DNS service. 3. Set the obtained dynamic DNS username and password on the camera.
Page 198 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) When the “HTTP Port” of the camera (set to “80” by default) is used by another device, connection cannot be established. Change the “HTTP Port” of the camera. “Changing the HTTP Port (DIRECT MONITORING/INDOOR MONITORING/OUTDOOR MONITORING)” (A p. 160) E-mail (Notification Mail, Video Mail) Trouble Action...
Page 199: Wi-Fi Specifications
Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Wi-Fi Specifications Wi-Fi Specifications Item Details Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz band) Wi-Fi security Encryption: WEP, WPA, WPA2 *WPA and WPA2 are supported only by the personal mode (PSK). DIRECT MONITORING / INDOOR MONITORING / OUTDOOR MONITORING When Using Everio sync.
Page 200 Using Wi-Fi (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Audio AAC 48kHz 16 bits 2ch Time Max. 15 seconds DETECT/MAIL Item Details Still Image Transmission JPEG 640x360...
Page 201 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) DIRECT MONITORING You can monitor images being captured by Everio to your smartphone or PC. While you are busy, you can monitor your baby who is sleeping in the room next door. INDOOR MONITORING Images being captured by Everio can be set to your PC or smartphone when your children return home, via the wireless LAN router.
Page 202: Using Wi-Fi By Creating A Qr Code (Gz-Ex355/Gz- Ex315) Direct Monitoring
Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) DIRECT MONITORING Setting (Once setting is done, start from the “Regular Operation” below) Create a QR code. Enter values in the required items for direct monitoring. Password: set a password to connect this camera to the device by direct monitoring.
Page 203 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Regular Operation Connecting the Smartphone to the Camera Wirelessly Connection by entering the Wi-Fi password Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Set the camera to the recording mode. Select the SSID in step 5 from the Wi-Fi network selection screen of your smartphone, and enter the PASS on the password screen.
Page 204 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Monitoring the Images from a Smartphone (or Computer) Smartphone (Android / iPhone) Memo : Prior to use this function, a smartphone application needs to be installed on the smartphone. “Installing Smartphone Applications” (A p. 179) Start “Everio sync.
Page 205 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Operate from a smartphone How to operate from a smartphone “Using Smartphone Applications” (A p. 179) Computer (Windows 7) Tap the URL button shown on the camera’s screen. (displayed when the computer and the camera are connected wirelessly.) The URL for the computer to connect to appears.
Page 206: Indoor Monitoring
Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) INDOOR MONITORING Setting (Once setting is done, start from the “Regular Operation” below) Create a QR code. Enter values in the required items for indoor monitoring. Password: set a password to connect this camera to the device via access point.
Page 207 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The top menu appears. Activate WPS of the access point (wireless LAN router) within 2 minutes. Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. To activate WPS, refer to the instruction manual of the device in use. (Operation on this camera) After registration is complete, tap “OK”...
Page 208 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) “ABC”, for example, enter “A” by tapping once, “B” by tapping twice, or “C” by tapping 3 times. Tap “DELETE” to delete a character. Tap “CANCEL” to exit. Tap “A/a/1” to select character input type from upper case letter, lower case letter, and number.
Page 209 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “START” (I). (Operation on this camera) Start making a connection. (Operation on this camera) The recording screen is displayed. Name (SSID) of the access point (wireless LAN router) in connection is displayed. The following is displayed when the camera is connected to the access point.
Page 210: Outdoor Monitoring
After checking the URL, tap “QUIT” to return to the previous screen. Only the JVC dynamic DNS service can be set on this camera. Start Internet Explorer (web browser) on the computer and enter the To obtain (register) an account, perform the following steps.
Page 211 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The top menu appears. Tap “YES”. Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. (Operation on this camera) Tap “OK”. Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. (Operation on this camera) Tap “NEXT” to return to the screen to read the QR code. Set contents are saved.
Page 212 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The top menu appears. Tap “ACCESS POINTS”. (Operation on this camera) Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. (Operation on this camera) Tap “ADD”. (Operation on this camera) Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. (Operation on this camera) Tap “EZ REGISTRATION WPS”.
Page 213 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The search results appear on the camera’s screen. The top menu appears. Tap the name (SSID) of the desired access point from the list of search Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. results. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) Tap “OUTDOOR MONITORING”...
Page 214 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) (Does not appear if DDNS is not set or set incorrectly.) “LUPnP” is displayed when UPnP cannot be used. Check the URL (WAN). After checking the URL, tap “QUIT” to return to the previous screen. “LUPnP”...
Page 215: Detect/Mail
Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Monitoring from the computer (Windows7) DETECT/MAIL On the Internet Explorer (web browser), enter the URL (WAN) that is Setting (Once setting is done, start from the “Regular checked by “Operation on this camera”. Operation”...
Page 216 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Contents of the screen vary depending on the QR code that is read Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. by this unit. (Operation on this camera) Tap “OK”. Tap “COMMON Wi-Fi SETTING”. Tap “NEXT”...
Page 217 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The top menu appears. Tap “ACCESS POINTS”. (Operation on this camera) Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. (Operation on this camera) Tap “ADD”. (Operation on this camera) Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. (Operation on this camera) Tap “EZ REGISTRATION WPS”.
Page 218 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The search results appear on the camera’s screen. The top menu appears. Tap the name (SSID) of the desired access point from the list of search Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. results. (Operation on this camera) Tap “DETECT/MAIL”...
Page 219: Video Mail
Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) VIDEO MAIL Setting (Once setting is done, start from the “Regular Operation” below) Create a QR code. Memo : Perform operations in step 2 and 3 after creating a QR code, and read the QR code one by one by the camera.
Page 220 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “NEXT” to return to the screen to read the QR code. Tap “COMMON Wi-Fi SETTING”. Set contents are saved. (Operation on this camera) Registering the access points (wireless LAN router) to this unit Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Registration Tap “MENU”.
Page 221 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Tap “ADD”. Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) Tap “EZ REGISTRATION WPS”. Tap “COMMON Wi-Fi SETTING”. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) Activate WPS of the access point (wireless LAN router) within 2 minutes.
Page 222 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Register a password. Tap “VIDEO MAIL” (L). (Operation on this camera) Tap “VIDEO MAIL ADDRESS”. Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters. The character changes with every tap. “ABC”, for example, enter “A” by tapping once, “B” by tapping twice, or “C”...
Page 223: Tv Monitoring
Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) TV MONITORING Setting (Once setting is done, start from the “Regular Operation” below) Create a QR code. Enter values in the required items for the TV monitor. MAC address filter: set to “ON” if monitoring images with a specific TV You can allow the recording to be performed for 15 seconds or press device.
Page 224 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) The top menu appears. Tap “EXECUTE”. Tap the “Wi-Fi” (Q) icon. (Operation on this camera) Read a QR code. Tap 1 on the lower right of the screen. Read a QR code. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) Tap “COMMON Wi-Fi SETTING”.
Page 225 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Activate WPS of the access point (wireless LAN router) within 2 minutes. Tap “ACCESS POINTS”. (Operation on this camera) To activate WPS, refer to the instruction manual of the device in use. After registration is complete, tap “OK”...
Page 226 Using Wi-Fi by Creating a QR Code (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) “ABC”, for example, enter “A” by tapping once, “B” by tapping twice, Tap “START” (I). or “C” by tapping 3 times. (Operation on this camera) Tap “DELETE” to delete a character. Tap “CANCEL” to exit. Tap “A/a/1”...
Page 227: 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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. TOP MENU: Menu that contains all the items specific to the video Tap “MENU”.
Page 228: 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. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions. Tap “MENU”. Tap the shortcut icon (F). The shortcut menu appears.
Page 229: 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 230 Settings Menu WIND CUT Reduces the noise caused by wind. Setting Details Deactivates the function. Activates the function. AUTO Activate the function automatically. 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.
Page 231 Settings Menu Setting Details (if the video recording format is AVCHD) Enables recording in the best picture quality. Applies to Blu-ray discs only. Videos taken in high-definition quality cannot be saved to DVDs. Enables recording in high picture quality. Enables recording in standard quality. Enables long recordings.
Page 232 Settings Menu Make the adjustments such that “MIC LEVEL” does not turn red. Setting Details Increases the microphone input level. Increases the microphone input level slightly. The microphone input level is not changed. Decreases the microphone input level slightly. 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.
Page 233: 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 234: 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 235 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 236: 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 237: 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. 77) 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 238: 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. 83) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 84) COPY (GZ-EX355) Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card (GZ-EX355)”...
Page 239: 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. 77) SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback. Setting Details SLIDE...
Page 240: 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. 83) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 84) COPY (GZ-EX355) Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card (GZ-EX355)”...
Page 241: 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 242 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 (GZ-E308/GZ-E305) Updates the built-in PC software of this unit to the latest version.
Page 243 Settings Menu OPEN SOURCE LICENSES (recording only) (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) Displays the open source software licenses that are used in this unit.
Page 244: 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 245: Media Settings (Video/Still Image)
Settings Menu MEDIA SETTINGS (video/still image) REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-EX355) Sets the recording/playback media of videos. Setting Details I BUILT-IN MEMORY Records videos to this unit's built-in memory. G SD CARD Records videos to the SD card. REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-EX355) Sets the recording/playback media of still images.
Page 246: Usb Connection Menu
Delete unwanted videos before making backup. It takes time to back up many videos. “Deleting Unwanted Files” (A p. 82) GZ-E308/GZ-E305 PLAYBACK ON PC Displays videos recorded by this unit by using the Everio MediaBrowser 4. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 125) Saves videos recorded by this unit on your computer without using the provided software.
Page 247: 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 248 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 249 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 250: 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. 230) “Setting Backlight Compensation”...
Page 251 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. 230) B Image Size C Operation Indicator “...
Page 252 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 “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-EX355)” (A p. 245) F Battery Indicator “Checking the Remaining Recording Time”...
Page 253: 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 254: 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 255: Sd Card
Everio to play back. (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) “Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)” (A p. 117) Verify the system requirements of your computer when using Everio MediaBrowser 4 to play back. (GZ-E308/GZ-E305) “Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)” (A p. 124) Cannot find a recorded file.
Page 256: Editing/Copying
Troubleshooting When connected to the TV via the HDMI mini cable, proper Editing/Copying images and sounds are not output. Images and sounds may not be output properly depending on the TV Unable to delete file. connected. In such cases, perform the following operations. A Disconnect the HDMI mini cable and connect it again.
Page 257: Computer
Set “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST” in the recording menu to the “+” side. Refer to the help file of the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 (GZ- “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 35) E308/GZ-E305) The recorded subject is too bright. I am using a Mac computer.
Page 258: Other Problems
Troubleshooting - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Please be forewarned. Other Problems - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to be analyzed. Therefore, it may not be returned. The buttons on the touch screen do not work.
Page 259: Error Message
Connect the AC adapter, charge the battery for more than 24 hours and set the clock. (If the message still appears, the clock battery is exhausted. THIS FILE IS PROTECTED Consult your nearest JVC dealer.) Switch off the “PROTECT/CANCEL” function in the “EDIT” menu. “Clock Setting” (A p. 20) “Protecting Files”...
Page 260 Troubleshooting PROCESSING CANCELLED DUE TO LIMITED SPACE FOR OPERATION Reduce the number of videos to add to the playlist to 999 files. “Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p. 87) NO FILES Change the setting of “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE” or “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO”...
Page 261: 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 262: Specifications
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 KΩ E305) USB connector Mini USB Type AB, USB 2.0 compliant Power consumption 2.3 W (GZ-EX355/GZ-EX315) 2.2 W (GZ-E308/GZ-E305) (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) Video (AVCHD) Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (mm) 50 x 57 x 116...
Page 263 Specifications Extension .JPG Image size “Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)” (A p. 63) AC Adapter (AC-V10M) Item Details Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 5.2 V, 1 A Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C temperature (10°C to 35°C during charging)

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