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  • Page 1 CAMCORDER Detailed User Guide GZ-RY980 C8C_RY980_EU_EN...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Deleting One Scene ............59 Table of Contents Selecting and Deleting Multiple Scenes ......60 Deleting All Scenes ............62 Protecting Video Images ............63 Getting Started Protecting/Canceling Protection of the Displayed (Playback) Verifying the Accessories ............4 Scene ................63 Turning on this Unit ..............
  • Page 3 Maintenance ............... 137 Specifications ............. 138 Trademarks ..............140...

  • 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 UNI318-0530 Charges this unit. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.

  • Page 5: Turning On This Unit

    Stop using the unit underwater if there are damages to the cover, etc. and “ Demo Mode ” (A p. 115) consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. When “Auto Power Off” is set to “On”, this unit turns itself off automatically Do not apply excessive force when opening/closing the terminal cover.

  • Page 6: Charging

    (when the provided AC adapter is used) When the recording time becomes extremely short even when the battery is fully charged, the battery needs to be replaced. For details on replacing the built-in battery (subject to a fee), consult the nearest JVC service center.

  • Page 7: Grip Adjustment

    Getting Started Grip Adjustment Attaching the Lens Cap Attach the cap to protect the lens when not shooting. Fasten the belt Open the belt Adjust the length of the belt A Open the belt B Adjust the length of the belt C Fasten the belt Lens Cap Caution :...

  • Page 8: Inserting An Sd Card

    Getting Started Inserting an SD Card Removing the Card Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. Before shooting, insert a commercially available SD card (4 GB to 512 GB) into Slot A, Slot B or both slots. “Types of Usable SD Card”...

  • Page 9: Using The Touch Screen

    Getting Started Memo : Using the Touch Screen This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Do not use a miniSD card or microSD card (even if the card is inserted in The LCD monitor of this unit is a touch panel which enables operations by an adapter).

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Touch Screen

    Getting Started Adjusting the Touch Screen Tap the screen. Adjust the response position when the touch screen is touched. Tap “MENU”. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 Complete 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT Setting ends and returns to the menu screen.

  • Page 11: Names Of Buttons And Functions On The Lcd Monitor

    Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Playback Screen (Video) Recording Screen SLOT PLAY MENU Video Scene Capture Button Displayed when playback is paused. Auto/Manual Selection Button Saves one scene of the video being played back as a still image. Switches between the Auto and Manual modes.
  • Page 12 Getting Started Playback Screen (Still Image) Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) Display SLOT 000G0000 2018-01-01 ACTION MENU Enlarge Display Button Still Image Playback Mode Selection Button Enlarges the still image that is being played back. Switches to the Still Image Playback Mode screen. Recording Mode Button Video Playback Mode Selection Button Switches to the recording mode.

  • Page 13: Configuring The Initial Settings

    Getting Started Menu Screen (Recording Mode) Configuring the Initial Settings When the power of this unit is turned on for the first time, it is necessary to select a display language and configure the internal clock for the initial settings. All operations are disabled until initial settings are configured. Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 14: Readjusting The Clock After Initial Settings Are Configured

    Getting Started Readjusting the Clock after Initial Settings Changing the Display Language after Initial are Configured Settings are Configured The language on the display can be changed. Change the language in the “Language” item of the menu. Setting the Date/Time Tap “MENU”.

  • 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 Configure the date and time in “Date/Time” according to the local time. The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. (A p. 14) To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the Also, configure the time zone as and when necessary.
  • Page 17 Getting Started Time Zone of Major Cities -11:00 MIDWAY ATOLL HAWAIIAN -10:00 HONOLULU TAHITI ISLANDS - 9:00 ALASKA ANCHORAGE - 8:00 VANCOUVER SEATTLE LOS ANGELES - 7:00 DENVER PHOENIX CALGARY - 6:00 CHICAGO HOUSTON MEXICO CITY - 5:00 TORONTO NEW YORK BOGOTA - 4:00 MANAUS...

  • Page 18: Before Using Underwater Or Under Low Temperature

    Stop using the unit underwater if there are damages to the cover, etc. Dry the camera. and consult your JVC dealer or the nearest service center. Wipe the camera completely with a soft dry cloth and allow it to dry in a Use the camera within a water depth of 5 m and a duration not longer than well-ventilated and shady location.

  • Page 19: Recording

    Recording Taking Videos in Auto Mode Indications for Video Recording During Auto recording, the camera automatically adjusts the settings such as brightness and focus to suit the shooting conditions. 100% 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 54min Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial 2018 - 01 - 01 - - - min recording.
  • Page 20 – Recorded contents (data) that are lost, including loss due to malfunction Selection Button A and Slot B. of this unit, cannot be restored. Please be forewarned. – JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Still Image Tap this button to record a still image during Recording Button recording standby.

  • Page 21: Capturing Still Images

    Recording Capturing Still Images Zooming Still images can be captured by tapping the B button while in the recording The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. standby mode. Memorizes the zoom position while the camera is turned off. Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.

  • Page 22: Manual Recording

    Recording Manual Recording Camera Setting Menu The following items can be set. In situations where recording cannot be performed correctly in the Auto mode, it is possible to record videos with the recording mode changed to Name Description Manual. Open the LCD monitor. Focus Use manual focus if the subject is not focused automatically.

  • Page 23: Adjusting Focus Manually (Focus)

    Recording Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS) Select “Manual” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. Adjust the focus manually when focus cannot be achieved using Auto or when you want to lock the focus. Manual Select the Manual recording mode. Auto STBY 00 : 00 : 00 .

  • Page 24: Using The Focus Assist Function

    Recording Using the Focus Assist Function Select “Color” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. This function switches the display temporarily to black-and-white and displays the outline of the parts of the image that are in focus in color. Adjust the focus until the part to set focus on is displayed in color.

  • Page 25: Enlarging The Image (Expanded) For Focus Adjustment

    Recording Enlarging the Image (EXPANDED) for Focus Adjustment Select “Manual” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. This function enlarges the area near the center of the image. It is useful for checking or adjusting the focus. Manual Select the Manual recording mode. Auto STBY 00 : 00 : 00 .

  • Page 26: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Select “Manual” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. Select the Manual recording mode. Manual STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 Auto 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT Adjust the brightness value.

  • Page 27: Setting Shutter Speed

    Recording Setting Shutter Speed Select “Manual” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can set the shutter speed to suit the type of subject. Select the Manual recording mode. 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 STBY Manual 2018 - 01 - 01 Auto 02 : 23 : 01...

  • Page 28: Setting Aperture

    Recording Setting Aperture Select “Manual” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can adjust the aperture to change the area of focus. Select the Manual recording mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 Manual オート...

  • Page 29: Increasing The Light Sensitivity Level

    Recording Increasing the Light Sensitivity Level Adjust the brightness to the desired level with 3 and 2. Automatically increases the light sensitivity when the subject is not bright enough. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 Tap “MENU”. 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 STBY 00 : 00 : 00 .

  • Page 30: Setting Backlight Compensation

    Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Select “On” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. Select the Manual recording mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT...

  • Page 31: Setting White Balance

    Recording Setting White Balance Select a white balance setting with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Select the Manual recording mode. Marine1 STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 Halogen 2018 - 01 - 01 Cloud...
  • Page 32 Recording Using Preset Select “Preset” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. In the Camera Process menu, select “Adjust” under White Balance, followed by tapping “SET”. Select “Preset Temp.” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. Select an appropriate color temperature with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”.

  • Page 33: Recording Data To Both Slot A And Slot B

    Recording Recording Data to Both Slot A and Slot B Item Description Inserting an SD card into each of Slot A and Slot B enables “continuous Records videos simultaneously to the SD cards in both Dual recording to both SD cards” or “simultaneous recording to both SD cards”. slots if data can be recorded to the SD cards inserted.

  • Page 34: Slow-Motion (High-Speed) Recording

    Recording Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording Select “High-Speed” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can record videos in slow-motion by increasing the recording speed to emphasize the movements, and play back the slow-motion video smoothly. Playing back casual scenes in slow motion helps to add a dramatic effect. High-Speed Item Value...
  • Page 35 Recording Tap J or O. High-Speed System Select “Apply” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. Apply Record Format? Apply Cancel Memo : Fixes the recording mode at Normal. Images may appear grainier than other videos. It is recommended that the subject be captured in a size that is as big as possible.

  • Page 36: Shooting Under Water

    Recording Shooting under Water Select “Marine1” or “Marine2” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. Perform the following settings to shoot underwater. Setting the White Balance to Underwater Mode Marine2 Marine1 Corrects the color when shooting underwater to record more natural images. Halogen Select from the following two settings depending on the color of the water at Cloud...
  • Page 37 Recording To Cancel “Screen Lock” Locking the Screen Tap the L button. Tap “MENU”. 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 STBY STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT Memo : PLAY...

  • Page 38: Capturing Subjects Clearly (Touch Priority Ae/Af)

    Recording FaceDet AreaSel Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF) “Touch Priority AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. Focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically based on the tapped position (face/area). A blue frame appears around the Tap “MENU”.

  • Page 39: Reducing Camera Shake

    Recording When “System” is set to “4K” Reducing Camera Shake Setting Details When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can be effectively reduced. b Off Deactivates image stabilizer. The following are the steps when “System” is set to “HD”. a On Reduces camera shake under normal Tap “MENU”.

  • Page 40: Taking Close-Up Shots (Tele Macro)

    Recording Taking Close-up Shots (TELE MACRO) Select “Tele Macro” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function even when the unit is at the telephoto zoom setting. Tele Macro Tap L to exit the menu.

  • Page 41: Special Effect Recording

    Recording Special Effect Recording Select “Rec Frames” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. Time-lapse Recording (Time-Lapse Rec) 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 Rec Frames 1 frame interval.
  • Page 42 Recording Start recording. Records based on the preset recording interval and number of frames. Item Setting Value Rec Frames 1 frame, 3 frames, 6 frames 1 sec, 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, 5 Rec Interval min, 10 min, 30 min, 1 hour The display changes as follows: V F R F V (red...

  • Page 43: Pre Rec

    Recording Pre Rec Select “Pre Rec” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. “Pre Rec Time” can be used to specify the number of seconds for video and audio to be recorded before the actual recording starts. Using Pre Rec enables recording of a complete event without missing the initial scenes even when you start the recording late.

  • Page 44: Scene Continuous

    Recording Scene Continuous Select “Scene Continuous” with 3 or 2, followed by tapping “SET”. During normal recording, the image, audio and accompanying data from the start till the end of the recording are recorded as a single file when recording stops.

  • Page 45: Using The Self-Timer

    Recording Using the Self-timer Press the START/STOP button. You can record video or still image using the self-timer. This is useful when taking a video or still image that includes the photographer. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button when taking a still image.
  • Page 46 Recording Using Still Self Timer Tap B to take a shot. Tap “MENU”. 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 STBY STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT...

  • Page 47: Changing The Mode Of Time Code (Tc) Recording

    Recording Changing the Mode of Time Code (TC) Start recording. Recording The time code data is recorded together with the video. The time code is displayed on the LCD monitor screen during playback or recording. Tap “MENU”. 00 : 00 : 00 . 10 STBY 00 : 00 : 00 .

  • Page 48: Checking The Remaining Battery Level And Recording Time

    Recording Remaining Recording Time, Battery Level Checking the Remaining Battery Level and STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 100% Recording Time 54min 2018 - 01 - 01 - - - min 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT Display the remaining battery power and the remaining recording time. Memo : The remaining battery power and the remaining recording time are estimates.
  • Page 49 Recording Playback Mode Tap M to select the playback mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT PLAY MENU Tap “ACTION”. SLOT 000G0000 2018-01-01 ACTION MENU Select “Display Media Info.”, followed by tapping “SET”. Display Media Info.
  • Page 50 Recording time may differ depending on the shooting environment and usage. When the recording time becomes extremely short even when the battery is fully charged, the battery needs to be replaced. For details on replacing the built-in battery (subject to a fee), consult the nearest JVC service center.

  • Page 51: Playback

    Please be forewarned. ACTION MENU - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject Playback can also be started by tapping the thumbnail.
  • Page 52 Playback Operation Buttons for Video Playback During Video Playback During Index Screen Display SLOT 000G0000 2018-01-01 When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the touch screen ACTION MENU disappear automatically. Tap on the screen to display the operation buttons again.
  • Page 53 Playback “ACTION” Menu (Video) Media Information Screen (Videos Only) Display Media Info. SLOT Select All Scenes Free: Select Range Deselect All Media Size Protect... AVCHD Remove Protection... Delete Scenes... 000G0000 2018-01-01 18-01-01 Display Description Remaining Displays the remaining recording time. Recording Time B Media Size Displays the capacity of the media.

  • Page 54: Checking The Recording Date And Other Information

    Playback Adjusting the Volume of Videos Checking the Recording Date and Other Information You can use the zoom/volume lever to control the volume. The recording information of the recorded videos can be displayed for viewing. Turn up the volume Tap M to select the playback mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 .

  • Page 55: 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). Tap M to select the playback mode. SLOT 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 STBY 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01...

  • Page 56: Slideshow Playback

    Playback During Still Image Playback “ACTION” Menu (Still Image) Display Media Info. Select All Files Select Range Deselect All Protect... Remove Protection... Delete Files... 000G0000 2018-01-01 18-01-01 When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the touch screen Display Description disappear automatically.

  • Page 57: Connecting To And Viewing On Tv

    Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector By connecting to the HDMI mini terminal of this unit, 4K video recordings can You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on the TV be played back in 4K quality on TV sets that support 4K resolution and in HD varies with the type of TV in use.
  • Page 58 Playback Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Tap M to select the playback mode. Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cable 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 STBY allows linked operations with the TV to be performed. 2018 - 01 - 01 HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that 02 : 23 : 01...

  • Page 59: Editing

    Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Deleting One Scene Delete the scene that is currently being displayed (played). 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 One Scene”...

  • Page 60: Selecting And Deleting Multiple Scenes

    Editing Selecting and Deleting Multiple Scenes Select “Selected Scenes” and tap “SET”. Deletes the selected files. Caution : Deleted files cannot be restored. This Scene Selecting and Deleting Multiple Discontinuous Scenes Selected Scenes All Scenes 000G0000 2018-01-01 18-01-01 Tap M to select the playback mode. 00 : 00 : 00 .
  • Page 61 Editing Selecting and Deleting Multiple Continuous Scenes Select “Delete Scenes” and tap “SET”. Tap M to select the playback mode. cted Range: STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT Delete Scenes...

  • Page 62: Deleting All Scenes

    Editing Deleting All Scenes Tap M to select the playback mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT PLAY MENU Tap “ACTION”. SLOT 000G0000 2018-01-01 ACTION MENU Select “Delete Scenes” and tap “SET”. Delete Scenes...

  • Page 63: Protecting Video Images

    Editing Protecting Video Images Select the scene to protect and tap P. Protect important videos/still images to prevent them from being deleted SLOT accidentally. “Protecting/Canceling Protection of the Displayed (Playback) Scene” (A p. 63) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 63) “Protecting/Canceling Protection of All Scenes”...
  • Page 64 Editing Selecting Multiple Continuous Scenes for Enabling or Tap “ACTION”. Canceling Protection Selected Range: SLOT Tap M to select the playback mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT 000G0006 2018-01-01...

  • Page 65: Protecting/Canceling Protection Of All Scenes

    Editing Protecting/Canceling Protection of All Scenes Tap M to select the playback mode. STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT PLAY MENU Tap “ACTION”. SLOT 000G0000 2018-01-01 ACTION MENU Select “Protect”...

  • Page 66: Trimming Recorded Videos

    Editing Trimming Recorded Videos Tap I to start playback. 00 : 01 : 00 . 15 It is possible to crop (trim) the necessary parts of a scene that is recorded in STILL an SD card. The trimmed scene is saved as a new file on the same SD card 2018 - 01 - 01 as the original clip.

  • Page 67: Capturing A Still Image From One Scene In A Video

    Editing Capturing a Still Image from One Scene in a Video You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Tap M to select the playback mode. 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 STBY 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 SLOT...

  • Page 68: Copying

    Copying Backing up Data on a Computer Right-click “Picture” and select “Paste”. The following describes the way to back up videos and still images in the SD card to a PC. By copying the entire folder from the SD card, it is possible to write the files back to the SD card for playback on the camera.
  • Page 69 Copying Writing Files Back from the PC to the SD Card Select and right-click the SD card drive, followed by selecting “Paste”. Insert an SD card. Use an SD card that is formatted using the camera. Insert an SD card into the SD card slot or SD card reader of the PC. If an Auto Play dialog box or app appears, close it.

  • Page 70: When Using Windows 7

    Copying When Using Windows 7 Assign an easy-to-understand name for the copied folder, such as the date. Backing up Data from an SD Card to a PC Insert an SD card. Insert the SD card that contains the recorded file into the SD card slot of the PC or an SD card reader that is connected to the PC.
  • Page 71 Copying Writing Files Back from the PC to the SD Card Select and right-click the SD card drive, followed by selecting “Paste”. Insert an SD card. Use an SD card that is formatted using the camera. Insert an SD card into the SD card slot or SD card reader of the PC. If an Auto Play dialog box or app appears, close it.

  • Page 72: Using Cyberlink Powerdirector

    Download. https://fr.cyberlink.com/support/index.html (España) Open the Download page from the link below. https://es.cyberlink.com/support/index.html http://www.cyberlink.com/JVC/PDR/ (Italia) Follow the instructions on the Download page to download the file. https://it.cyberlink.com/support/index.html Write down the product key that is displayed on the Download page (United Kingdom)(Rest of Europe) or leave it displayed until you are ready to install.

  • Page 73: Using Powerdirector

    Copying Using PowerDirector Output. After editing is complete, files can be output as different video files or Start up. uploaded to movie websites with “Output”. Double-click the “CyberLink PowerDirector” icon on the Desktop “Create Disk” can be used to create different types of discs. screen.

  • Page 74: Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)

    Copying Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) Windows 8.1 Display “Apps”. Windows 10 Click F. Right-click the Start button, followed by selecting and clicking “System”. Right-click “PC” in the “Windows System Tool” menu to select the checkbox. Check the system information. Click “Properties” on the bottom bar to display. If a “This PC”...
  • Page 75 Copying Windows 7 Click the start button. Right-click Computer. Click “Properties”. Check the system information.

  • Page 76: Dubbing Files To A Disc By Connecting To A Blu-Ray Recorder

    Copying Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a Perform dubbing on the Blu-ray recorder. Blu-ray Recorder Refer also to the instruction manual of the Blu-ray recorder. After dubbing is complete, close the LCD monitor of this unit and Videos recorded in the HD quality can be dubbed in the high-definition quality check that the POWER/ACCESS lamp goes off before disconnecting by connecting an AVCHD-compliant Blu-ray recorder to this unit via a USB...

  • Page 77: Using Wi-Fi

    For more details on wireless LAN and network security, please consult the manufacturer of your wireless LAN device. JVC shall not be liable for any security issues, troubles, damages or losses arising from the use of this feature. When there is difficulty in removing the wireless LAN adapter ：...

  • Page 78: How To Establish A Wi-Fi Connection

    Using Wi-Fi How to Establish a Wi-Fi Connection Network-related Terminology What is an access point? “Ways of Wi-Fi Connection” (A p. 78) “Preparing for Connection” (A p. 79) An access point refers to a device that makes use of Internet connections “Connecting”...

  • Page 79: Preparing For Connection

    Using Wi-Fi Preparing for Connection Connecting Operating Environment Direct Connection Operation has been verified for the following environments. This mode of connection enables direct access to the web functions of this camera from devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal or PC. Computer (Operation on this camera) OS: Windows 7...
  • Page 80 Using Wi-Fi Tap 0 1 to display the “Network” screen. A password confirmation screen appears. Network Type ******** SSID RY980- Security Type WPA2 Passphrase IP Address 192.168.0.1 MAC Address Live Streaming Check to ensure that the “SSID” and “Passphrase” that you have configured in the wizard are displayed.
  • Page 81 IP address changes when making an access to this unit via the Internet. Only the JVC Dynamic DNS service can be configured on this camera. To obtain (register) an account, perform the following steps. Access the following URL from a browser and register for a provisional account.
  • Page 82 Using Wi-Fi Connection Adapter Settings and Camera Connection A connection successful screen appears. Launch the wizard screen and tap 1. “Preparation on the Camera” (A p. 79) Connected Available Adapter Successfully Connected. Please Continue Settings. Wireless LAN Follow the instructions on the screen to configure “HTTP Port”/“UPnP”/ “DDNS”/“Username”/“Password”.
  • Page 83 Start up the web browser on devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal or PC and access the verified URL. Enter the user name and password. Upon entering the user name (jvc) and password (default value: 0000) on the login screen, the main page of the camera is displayed.
  • Page 84 Using Wi-Fi Local Area Network (LAN) Connection A connection successful screen appears. This mode of connection enables access to the web functions of this camera from devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal or PC that is within the Connected same Local Area Network (LAN).
  • Page 85 If “192.168.0.1” is displayed in “IP Address”, enter “http:// Memo : 192.168.0.1”. The password can be changed in “MENU”F“System”F“Network”/ “Settings”F“Web”F“Login Password”. A login screen appears. Enter the user name (jvc) and password (default value: 0000) and confirm the input.

  • Page 86: Still Image Transfer

    Using Wi-Fi At the same time, the screen below also appears on the LCD monitor Still Image Transfer screen of the camera. This function transfers (downloads) still images stored in the SD card of the camera to a smartphone, tablet terminal or PC. Change to Image Multiple or all still images can be downloaded at a time.
  • Page 87 Using Wi-Fi Tap (click) the still images to download. Select the method to transfer the files. Download All Downloads all the files in the displayed slot. Files Download Downloads all protected files in the displayed Protected Files slot. Download Downloads the selected files. Selected Files When an SD card is inserted into both Slot A and Slot B, tapping Deselect All...
  • Page 88 Using Wi-Fi After transfer is complete, a transfer complete screen is displayed. Tap (click) “Index”. The following screen is displayed. Tap (click) “Close” to end still image transfer and return to the main screen. When Multiple Files Cannot be Selected Access the main page of the camera via the web browser of devices such as a smartphone.
  • Page 89 Using Wi-Fi Select the still image data to download one by one and tap (click) them. Please waite... A new tab appears on the browser. Operate according to the instructions on the browser. Caution : The browser cannot be operated by tapping (clicking) “View Remote” or “Settings”...

  • Page 90: View Remote

    Using Wi-Fi Operating Procedure View Remote “View Remote” Screen It is possible to access the camera via a web browser on devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal or PC and perform remote operations such as checking the live image, starting or stopping recording, zooming in or out, and operating the menu.

  • Page 91: Registering/Deleting Preset Zoom

    Using Wi-Fi Registering/Deleting Preset Zoom Tap (click) “A”. Registering Preset Zoom Position “A” is registered and displayed on A of the zoom control sliding bar. Up to 3 zoom positions can be registered. Tap (click) “Preset”. Switches to the Register Preset Zoom Position mode. In the same way, register positions “B”...
  • Page 92 Using Wi-Fi Deleting a Preset Zoom Tap (click) “Preset”. Cancels the preset zoom registered in all or any of the buttons “A”, “B” and Exits the Register Preset Zoom Position mode. “C”. Tap (click) “Clear”. Switches to the Delete Preset Zoom Position mode. Memo : After registration is complete, tapping (clicking) each button switches to the corresponding preset zoom position.

  • Page 93: Changing The Settings Via A Web Browser

    Using Wi-Fi Changing the Settings via a Web Browser Tap (click) “Clear”. You can change the network-related settings by accessing via a web browser on devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal or PC. Access the main page of the camera via the web browser of devices such as a smartphone.
  • Page 94 Using Wi-Fi Changing Settings of the View Remote Function Changing Connection Settings For performing setting for using the View Remote function. The settings for each of the preset items on the wizard screen of the camera can be changed directly. If all the items cannot be displayed in a single page, scroll down to display the remaining items.

  • Page 95: Live Streaming

    Using Wi-Fi Distribution Settings Live Streaming Configure “Record Format” according to the resolution and frame rate This is a function for distributing camera images to servers via the network. of the video to be distributed. By combining the camera with a decoder or PC application that supports live Configure the settings in “MENU”F“System”“MENU”F“Record Set”...
  • Page 96 Using Wi-Fi Starting Distribution Perform the necessary setting for the decoder and PC application. For more details on the settings, please refer to the instruction manual of the respective devices and applications. Memo : If there are devices such as an NAT router within the communication path between the camera and the decoder, port forwarding setup is required.

  • Page 97: Settings Menu

    Settings Menu Operating the Menu Operating the Menu You can configure various settings using the menu. The following menu is available on this unit. Tap “MENU”. Camera Function Menu For configuring the camera operation during recording (e.g., image STBY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 stabilizer).

  • Page 98: Main Menu

    Settings Menu Main Menu Camera Function For configuring the camera operation during recording (e.g., image stabilizer). “Camera Function Menu” (A p. 99) Caution : The camera functions are not available for selection during recording with “System” set to “High-Speed”. Camera Process For configuring settings related to image quality adjustment during recording.

  • Page 99: Camera Function Menu

    Settings Menu Camera Function Menu Touch Priority AE/AF Automatically adjusts focus and brightness based on the subjects’ faces or selected area. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 38) Caution : Touch Priority AE/AF cannot be selected in the following cases. –...
  • Page 100 Settings Menu Zoom Sets the maximum zoom ratio. When “System” is set to “4K” Setting Details 10X/Optical Enables recording with 1 to 10x optical zoom. Set this when digital zoom is not desired. 200X/Digital Enables recording with 1 to 10x optical zoom and 11 to 200x digital zoom. When “System”...

  • Page 101: Camera Process Menu

    Settings Menu Camera Process Menu Focus Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 23) Memo : This is selectable only during Manual recording. Brightness Adjust Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 26) Caution : Brightness Adjust cannot be selected in the following cases.
  • Page 102 Settings Menu Lolux For configuring the Lolux mode (low-light recording mode) to increase the light sensitivity level at a dimly-lit location. Setting Description Enables the Lolux setting. Disables the Lolux setting. Memo : This is selectable only during Manual recording. Detail For adjusting the contour (detail) enhancement level.
  • Page 103 Settings Menu When shooting subjects with a wide dynamic range, such as a backlit subject, this function compresses the dynamic range while maintaining image contrast by applying gradation compensation to the input video signals. Setting Description Sets the wide dynamic range function to “On”. Sets the wide dynamic range function to “Off”.

  • Page 104: Detail Adjust Menu

    Settings Menu Detail Adjust Menu Unavailable when “Detail” is set to “Off”. V/H Balance For configuring whether to apply outline enhancement in the vertical (V) or horizontal (H) direction. Setting Description V+4～V+1 Applies outline enhancement in the vertical (V) direction. Normal Standard outline enhancement.

  • Page 105: White Balance Adjust Menu

    Settings Menu White Balance Adjust Menu Preset Temp. For selecting the color temperature when white balance is set to “Preset”. Setting Description 2300K to 15000K For selecting a color temperature setting. MWB Paint The red and blue components can be adjusted when white balance is set to “MWB A” or “MWB B”. * MWB is the abbreviation for Manual White Balance.

  • Page 106: Tc Menu

    Settings Menu TC Menu Caution : This item cannot be selected during recording. TC Generator For setting the operation of the time code. “Changing the Mode of Time Code (TC) Recording” (A p. 47) TC Preset For configuring the time code (hour, minute, second, frame) when recording starts. Unavailable when “TC Generator”...

  • Page 107: Monitor Menu

    Settings Menu Monitor Menu Shooting Assist For configuring settings on supplementary shooting functions. Go to “Shooting Assist Menu” (A p. 109) . Grid Marker For configuring whether to display a 3x3 grid on the screen. Setting Description Displays grids. Does not display grids. Display Settings For configuring the displays on the LCD monitor screen.
  • Page 108 Settings Menu LCD Backlight For configuring the brightness of the LCD monitor backlight. Setting Description -1, 0, +1 Increasing the value increases the brightness of the backlight. Memo : Available when “Auto Monitor Brightness” is set to “Off”. Changing the setting in “LCD Backlight” does not affect the recorded videos. Monitor Peaking Adjusts the outline of the video image that is displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 109: Shooting Assist Menu

    Settings Menu Shooting Assist Menu Focus Assist For setting whether to add color to the contour of the focused image upon switching the image to black-and-white. Setting Description Enables the function. Disables the function. Color For setting the display color of the focused area when Focus Assist is activated. Selecting “Multicolor”...

  • Page 110: Display Settings Menu

    Settings Menu Display Settings Menu Zoom For configuring the display on the LCD monitor when zoom is operated. Setting Description Number Displays in numerical values. Displays a zoom bar. No display Focus For configuring the unit of measurement for indicating the position of focus. Setting Description Feet...
  • Page 111 Settings Menu Battery For configuring whether to display the battery level. Setting Description Displays the battery level. No display Date/Time For configuring whether to display the date and time. Setting Description Displays the date and time. No display Date Style For configuring the date format.

  • Page 112: A/V Set Menu

    Settings Menu A/V Set Menu Video Set For configuring settings related to the LCD monitor output. Go to “Video Set Menu” (A p. 112) . Audio Set For configuring audio-related settings. Go to “Audio Set Menu” (A p. 112) . Video Set Menu Display On TV For configuring whether to display icons and date/time on the TV.
  • Page 113 Settings Menu Audio Level For configuring the audio level during recording on the Audio Level screen. Caution : This function is not available for selection in the Auto Recording mode. Wind Cut Reduces the noise caused by wind. Setting Details Auto Activate the function automatically.

  • Page 114: System Menu

    Settings Menu System Menu Record Set For configuring settings related to the recording mode. Go to “Record Set Menu” (A p. 117) . Format SD Card Deletes all files on the SD card. Caution : Not available for selection when no SD card is inserted. All data on the SD card will be deleted when it is formatted.
  • Page 115 Settings Menu LCD Closed Recording During recording or while the camera is connected to Wi-Fi, closing the LCD monitor does not turn off the power of the camera. (The power turns off when Wi-Fi is disconnected.) Setting Details Activates LCD Closed Recording. The unit is turned off when the LCD monitor is closed.
  • Page 116 Settings Menu FACTORY PRESET Returns all the settings to their default values. Caution : This item cannot be selected during recording. Date/Time Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. “Readjusting the Clock after Initial Settings are Configured” (A p. 14) Caution : This item cannot be selected during recording.

  • Page 117: Record Set Menu

    Settings Menu Network For configuring the network. When using the network function, select “On”. Setting Description Uses a network device. Does not use a network device. Caution : Network cannot be selected in the following cases. – When “System” is set to “High-Speed” –...
  • Page 118 Settings Menu Pre Rec Time For configuring Pre Rec Time when “Rec Mode” is set to “Pre Rec”. Setting Description 15 sec Records video and audio 15 seconds before actual recording starts. 10 sec Records video and audio 10 seconds before actual recording starts. 5 sec Records video and audio 5 seconds before actual recording starts.
  • Page 119 Settings Menu Record Format Menu Memo : The screen may darken for 5 to 6 seconds when settings in the recording format menu are changed. System For configuring the resolution of the video recordings. Setting Description Records in “4K” quality. Records in “HD”...

  • Page 120: Network Settings Menu

    Settings Menu Network Settings Menu For configuring settings related to web access. Go to “Web Menu” (A p. 121) . Live Streaming Set For specifying settings for distributing live video images. Go to “Live Streaming Set Menu” (A p. 122) . Caution : Live Streaming Set cannot be selected in the following cases.
  • Page 121 For setting the name to be displayed on the web browser. Enter not more than 8 characters using the software keyboard. Login Name (Fixed) The login name is fixed at “jvc”. Displays that are grayed out cannot be altered. Login Password Changes the password for accessing via a web browser.
  • Page 122 Settings Menu Live Streaming Set Menu Live Streaming Starts live distribution when “On” is selected. Setting Description Starts live distribution. Does not start live distribution. Caution : This item is fixed at “Off” during recording. This item cannot be selected when a network connection is not established (when the network connection icon is in a color other than white). Server For selecting the server for live streaming.
  • Page 123 Settings Menu Streaming Server Settings Menu Alias For setting a name to distinguish the settings of this camera. Memo : The default values are Server1/Server2/Server3/Server4. You can enter up to 31 characters. Type For setting the system to transfer videos for distribution. Memo : Use reception devices that are compatible with the respective transfer systems.
  • Page 124 Settings Menu SMPTE 2022-1 FEC Setting Description Uses FEC (Forward Error Correction). Does not use FEC (Forward Error Correction). * The decoder must be compatible with SMPTE 2022-1. FEC Matrix For configuring the amount of “FEC” (Forward Error Correction) overhead when “SMPTE 2022-1 FEC” is enabled. The amount of FEC overhead changes when the L and D values are changed.

  • Page 125: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Right Side Bottom Side A Speaker A Tripod Mounting Hole B Grip Belt “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 15) Pass your hand through the grip belt to hold this unit firmly. “Grip Adjustment” (A p. 7)
  • Page 126 Names of Parts Top/Left/Rear Side Inside Terminal Cover CHARGE POWER/ACCES A Reset Button B USB Host Terminal (Type-A) C Microphone Connector This unit does not come with a hot shoe for mounting an external A Lens microphone. The lens is protected by a protective glass cover. When using an external microphone, it is recommended that the If the lens is dirty, use a commercially available lens blower to remove microphone be secured with a commercially available straight bracket.
  • Page 127 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. 9) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 11) Caution : Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact.

  • Page 128: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor E LCD Closed Recording Recording Displayed when “LCD Closed Recording” is “On”. Displayed in white during recording or when Wi-Fi is connected, and in gray in all other cases. “ LCD Closed Recording ” (A p. 115) 100% DUAL STBY...
  • Page 129 Indications on the LCD monitor L Brightness Thumbnail Screen No icon is displayed in the Auto mode, but q is displayed when “AF+AE” is set to “FaceDet”, and g is displayed when it is set to “AreaSel”. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 26) SLOT M Sensitivity Displays the gain value when “Gain Up”...
  • Page 130 Indications on the LCD monitor Video Playback Still Image Playback 100% 100% PLAY PLAY 00 : 00 : 00 . 00 1/10 100-0012 1920x1080 2018 - 01 - 01 2018 - 01 - 01 02 : 23 : 01 02 : 23 : 01 [4000] .

  • Page 131: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Charging When the unit is not working properly Unable to charge the battery. Resetting this Unit When the battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not light up. This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, Be sure to charge using the supplied AC adapter. Using an AC adapter external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from that is not supplied with this camera may cause malfunction or damage of functioning properly.

  • Page 132: Power Supply

    Troubleshooting Power supply Recording Unable to turn on the power. Recording cannot be performed. Check whether the AC adapter is properly connected. Check whether the inserted SD card supports the current recording See “Charging” (A p. 6) . format. Check whether the Write Protect switch of the SD card is set to “LOCK”. When the unit does not turn on even after charging, reset the unit.

  • Page 133: 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 scenes. This is not a malfunction. “Inserting an SD Card”...

  • Page 134: Editing/Copying

    Troubleshooting Editing/Copying Computer Unable to delete file. Unable to copy files to DVD or Blu-ray disc with a PC. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release To record to discs, a recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive is required for the protection before deleting the file.

  • Page 135: Screen/Image

    Troubleshooting Screen/Image Other Problems Color and brightness of the screen changes and horizontal The buttons on the touch screen do not work. stripes and flickers appear on screen Tap the buttons on the touch screen with your fingers. For images recorded under lighting from fluorescent or mercury lamps, The buttons may not respond if you touch them with your fingernails or the color and brightness of the screen may change and horizontal stripes with gloves on.

  • Page 136: Error Message

    Reset button to reset this unit. “Resetting this Unit” (A p. 131) Insert an SD card into one of the card slots or both slots. If these operations won’t solve the problem, contact your JVC dealer or the JVC service center. Formatting Required Remove the SD card, back up the data on a PC, and insert the card again.
  • Page 137 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 138 Specifications Camera Connectors Item Details Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5 V HDMI output HDMI mini connector connector Power consumption 4.1 W (when “System” is set to “4K”, “Frame Rate” is set to “25p” and “LCD Backlight” is set to “0”) USB host terminal USB Type-A, USB 2.0-compliant Rated Current Consumption: 3A...
  • Page 139 Specifications AC Adapter (UNI318-0530) Item Details Power supply AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 5 V, 3 A Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C temperature (10°C to 35°C during charging) Dimensions (mm) 75 x 29.8 x 50.6 (W x H x D: excluding cord and plug) Mass Approx.
  • Page 140 Trademarks Trademarks AVCHD Progressive and AVCHD Progressive logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 141 © 2018 JVC KENWOOD Corporation 0118TKH-SW-MT...

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