Slideshow Playback ............59 Table of Contents Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date ....60 Connecting to and Viewing on TV .......... 61 Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector ......61 Beginner’s Guide ............4 Connecting via the AV Connector ........62 Charging ..................
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TELE MACRO ..............94 Error Message? ..............123 TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF ..........94 SELF-TIMER ..............94 Maintenance GAIN UP ................94 AUTO REC ................ 95 Specifications SHUTTER MODE .............. 96 SMILE SHOT ..............96 SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY ..........96 FACE REGISTRATION ............96 IMAGE SIZE ...............
Beginner’s Guide [Getting Ready] Charging A Open your feet to the width of your shoulders. B Extend your right hand and hold the camcorder over your head. Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. C Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle accordingly.
Useful Shooting Techniques Holiday Season/Christmas Recording the Christmas Party Record the happy Christmas celebration with your family! Photo by 101st CAB, Wings of Destiny Photo by InnerSpirit Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner the family while being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is...
Useful Shooting Techniques Wedding Recording the Expressions and Comments of Guests Setting the shot from eye level to chest level Create an awesome wedding video for the bride and groom! Discussing and Planning Before the Event You can record comments from the guest by going around asking, "Please say a few words for the bride and groom".
AC Adapter The JVC AC adapter supports voltages from 110 V to 240 V, and hence can be used anywhere in the world. Bring along the adapter if you are traveling for a long time. Charge the battery pack while sleeping so that you can record with full battery power the next day.
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Useful Shooting Techniques Battery Charger 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.
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.
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Useful Shooting Techniques Advanced Operation with Backlight Compensation When the subject’s face is in backlight or when the expression cannot be seen clearly, the Intelligent Auto function of this unit automatically increases 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.
Getting Started Verifying the Accessories If any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. Illustration Description AC Adapter AC-V11U Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.
(Replace the battery pack with a new one.) If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. * The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C(77°F). If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C(50°F to...
Getting Started Grip Adjustment Inserting an SD Card Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 14) “Approximate Video Recording Time” (A p. 54) Close the LCD monitor. A Open the lever on the strap lock B Adjust the length of the belt C Close the lever Caution :...
Getting Started Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified Removing the Card above may result in recording failure or data loss. Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Some SD cards may not work due to specification changes, etc.
Getting Started Using the Touch Screen Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the touch screen according to the mode in use. There are two ways to operate the touch screen, namely “tap” and “drag”. The following are some examples. A Tap the displayed button (icon) or thumbnail (file) on the touch screen to make selection.
Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Playback Screen (Video) The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens. 00:01:23 00:12:34 Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) MENU Video/Still Image Mode Button PLAY MENU Switches between video and still image modes.
Getting Started Clock Setting Index Screen The “SET DATE/TIME!” screen appears when you turn on this unit for the first time after purchase, when it has not been used for a long time, or when the clock is not set yet. Set the clock before recording.
Getting Started Resetting the Clock Set the date and time. Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. CLOCK SETTING Tap “MENU”. DATE TIME 2012 When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “3” and “2” will be displayed. PLAY MENU Tap 3 or 2 to adjust the year, month, day, hour, and minute.
Getting Started Changing the Display Language Holding this Unit The language on the display can be changed. When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake. Tap “MENU”. PLAY MENU When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears.
Getting Started “Reducing Camera Shake” (A p. 47) Using this Unit Overseas The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas”...
Getting Started Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling Setting Daylight Saving Time Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is destination in “AREA SETTING”...
Getting Started Optional Accessories You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack. Product Name Description Battery Pack Provides a longer recording time. It can also be BN-VG107U used as a spare battery pack. BN-VG114U BN-VG121U BN-VG138U Battery Charger Enables the battery pack to be charged without...
Recording Taking Videos in Auto Mode Indications During 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 10:10 automatically to suit the shooting conditions. In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen.
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Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto Operation Buttons for Video Recording Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully. Allows people to be captured naturally. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. PLAY MENU Records with minimal noise in the overall image. Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image.
Operation is invalid under the following conditions: other recording media for storage. - when menu is being displayed - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. - when remaining recording time or battery power is being displayed Memo : - when “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”...
Recording Taking Still Images in Auto Mode Indications During Still Image Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. 10:10 Open the lens cover. [6630] PLAY MENU Open the LCD monitor. Display Icon Description A Image Size Displays the icon of the image size.
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Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully. Allows people to be captured naturally. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. [6630] PLAY MENU Records with minimal noise in the overall image.
Recording Using the Silent Mode Zoom Button (T/W) 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. PLAY MENU MENU Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode.
Recording Manual Recording Tap the item to set manually. You can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the VIDEO manual mode. SCENE SELECT Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. Open the lens cover. For details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording Menu”.
Recording Manual Recording Menu Shooting According to Scene (Subject) The following items can be set. Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings. Name Description Select the Manual recording mode. SCENE SELECT Recordings that suit the shooting conditions can be performed easily.
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Recording *The image is only an impression. Tap “OFF” to cancel the selection. Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection. Setting Effect Tap L to exit the menu. b NIGHTALIVE Increases gain and brightens the scene automatically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark.
Recording Adjusting Focus Manually Adjust the focus. Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual focusing is desired. Select the Manual recording mode. PLAY MENU MENU Tap E to focus on a distant subject. If E appears blinking, focus cannot be set any further.
Recording Adjusting Brightness Adjust the brightness value. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. Select the Manual recording mode. PLAY MENU Compensation range during video recording: -2.0 to +2.0 Compensation range during still image recording: -2.0 to +2.0 PLAY MENU Tap 3 to increase the brightness.
Recording Setting White Balance You can set the color tone to suit the light source. AUTO Select the Manual recording mode. FINE CLOUD Tap 3 or 2 to move the cursor. Setting Details PLAY MENU AUTO Adjusts automatically to the natural colors. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Recording Setting Backlight Compensation BACKLIGHT COMP. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. Select the Manual recording mode. After setting, the backlight icon l appears. PLAY MENU If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Recording Taking Close-up Shots Tap “ON”. You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. TELE MACRO *The image is only an impression. After setting, the tele macro icon o appears. Select the Manual recording mode. Setting Details Enables close-up shots up to 1 m at the telephoto (T) end.
Recording Recording with Effects Recording with Animation Effects You can add animation effects to video recordings. You can add animation effects to video recordings. The animation effects appear when smiles are detected or when the screen The animation effects appear when smiles are detected or when the screen is touched.
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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.
Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY Focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically based on the tapped position (face/color/area). A blue frame appears around the AE/AF) selected subject (face/color), while a white frame appears around the selected area. “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness To reset, tap the desired position (face/color/area) again.
Recording Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT) “Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 43) “SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. This function is available for both videos and still images. Set “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” to “FACE TRACKING” before selecting “SMILE SHOT”.
Recording Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW) You can record while viewing both the overall image of the scene and magnified image of a subject’s expression. Frames appear around the faces that can be magnified. Tap a frame to track and magnify the face in a sub- window.
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Recording Caution : Take note of the following when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set. - Functions such as digital zoom, zoom operation on the touch screen, simultaneous still image recording, “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”, “DECORATE FACE EFFECT”, “STAMP”, “HANDWRITING EFFECT”, “DATE/TIME RECORDING”, and “AUTO REC” are not available. - Settings such as “FOCUS”...
Recording Registering Human Face Personal NEED TO FIT FACE IN FRAME Authentication Information By registering the face of a person beforehand, focus and brightness can be adjusted automatically by the face tracking function. Up to 6 faces, together with names and priority levels, can be registered. It is recommended to register the faces that are often being recorded by this camera beforehand.
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Recording RECORD FRONT OF SMILING FACE SMILE REGISTERED STOP 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.
Recording Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Tap the desired setting. “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” allows you to set the items to display when faces SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY 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. 39) Open the LCD monitor.
Recording Editing the Registered Face Information Editing Registered Face Information RECORD AGAIN You can change the name, priority level, and face information that are CHANGE NAME registered. CHANGE ORDER OF PRIORITY Tap “MENU”. STOP If you select “RECORD AGAIN”, proceed to step 6 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information”...
Recording Reducing Camera Shake TOUCH PERSON TO CANCEL When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can be effectively reduced. JOHN MIKE Open the LCD monitor. STOP A appears on the selected person. To remove A from a person, tap on the person again. Tap “SET”.
Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE Start recording. RECORDING) 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. This is useful for making observations such as the opening of a flower bud. Open the LCD monitor.
Recording Recording Automatically by Sensing Time-Lapse Setting Movements (AUTO REC) The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. This function enables the unit to record automatically by sensing the changes Setting Details in subject’s movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor.
Recording Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) Recording starts automatically when the subject within the red frame moves. 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.
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Recording Using the Face Detection Self-timer SELF-TIMER 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 2SEC group photo.
Recording Recording Videos with Date and Time You can record videos together with the date and time. Set this when you want to save the file with date and time display. (The date and time cannot be deleted after recording.) Open the LCD monitor.
Recording Checking the Remaining Recording Time Caution : The date and time cannot be deleted after recording. You can check the remaining recording time on the SD card as well as the remaining battery power. Open the LCD monitor. Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image. To switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
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Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Quality SDHC/SDXC Card 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 4 h 10 m 5 h 40 m 30 m 8 h 10 m 40 m...
Playback Playing Back Videos Operation Buttons for Video Playback You can select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen During Index Screen Display (thumbnail display). Open the LCD monitor. MENU 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.
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- It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. to the previous scene if tapped at the beginning - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. of a scene. You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever.
Playback Checking the Content of Videos Quickly (Digest Playback) DIGEST TIME You can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback). 2h21m This is useful for checking the content of the videos quickly. 1 min 1 min 1 min 5 min 5 min 5 min...
Playback Playing Back Still Images Playing a Video with Defective Management Information The management information of a video may be damaged if recording is not You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen performed correctly, such as turning off the power in the middle of recording. (thumbnail display).
Playback Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback During Still Image Playback During Index Screen Display MENU MENU Display Description A Video/Still Image Switches between video and still image Mode modes. Display Description Continuous playback of still images that are A Video/Still Image Switches between video and still image recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with Mode...
Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult to look for the desired file from the index screen. Use the search function to find the file you want. You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates.
Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV the HDMI mini connector.
Playback Not all HDMI control devices comply with the HDMI-CEC standard. The Connecting via the AV Connector HDMI control function of this unit will not work when connected to these By connecting the supplied AV cable to the AV connector, videos can be devices.
Playback Playing Back Playlists Plays back the playlists that you have created. 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. Tap A to switch the mode to video.
Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Deleting Selected Files Deletes the selected files. Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording Caution : media is running out. Doing so frees up more space in the recording media. Deleted files cannot be restored. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File”...
Editing <Grouped Files> Protecting Files DELETE Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 65) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 66) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be SEL ALL REL ALL deleted.
Editing <Grouped Files> Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files Protects or releases protection of the selected files. PROTECT/CANCEL Open the LCD monitor. SEL ALL REL ALL Tap “SET” to complete the setting. Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode. Tap B or A on the recording screen to display the mode switching PROTECT/CANCEL screen.
Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Capturing a Required Part in the Video Playback (TRIMMING) You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location.
Editing Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube TRIMMING 0:01:23 0:12:34 Capture and copy a part of a recorded video (maximum 15 minutes) for uploading to YouTube, and save it as a YouTube video. When capturing videos for YouTube, the duration cannot be longer than 15 minutes.
Editing Uploading Videos to YouTube You can upload your videos to YouTube using the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4. Install the software on your PC and connect this unit to the DO YOU WANT TO TRIM THE VIDEO? For details on how to use the software, refer to the help file. DO NOT TRIM TRIM “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)”...
Editing Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos EDIT PLAYLIST A list created by selecting your favorite videos from the recorded ones is NEW LIST called a playlist. EDIT By creating a playlist, you can play back only your favorite videos in the order you like.
Editing Creating Playlists by Date Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date. QUIT PLAYLIST. SAVE EDITED CONTENTS? Open the LCD monitor. Memo : Tap L on each screen to exit the menu. 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.
Editing Editing Playlists 0/999 FROM DATE You can change the content of a created playlist. However, the playlists created from Digest Playback cannot be changed. TOTAL Open the LCD monitor. 00h00m QUIT d appears on the selected video. Tap J to deselect. Tap on the selected video again to check all the videos of the same date.
Editing Deleting Playlists Tap on the video (upper row) to arrange in the playlist. Delete the playlists that you have created. 0/999 EDIT Open the LCD monitor. 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 TOTAL DVD 01 DVD(DL)1 00h00m 1920 1920...
Copying Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Recorder DELETE PLAYLIST? You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit using a USB cable. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Open the LCD monitor. After deleting, tap “OK”.
Copying Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a Dubbing Files to a VHS Tape by Connecting DVD Recorder to a VCR You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder. You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a VCR. Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and DVD recorder.
Still images cannot be recorded to discs using the provided software. 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/ Backing up of files using other softwares is not supported. Trouble with Using the Provided Software Everio MediaBrowser 4 Consult the customer service center below.
Copying Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) Installation Procedure You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform simple Windows Vista/Windows 7 editing using the provided software. Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide.
(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.
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.
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 Click “Settings” to select the menu background. After setting, click “Start”. After copying is complete, click “OK”.
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*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.
Copying Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software Caution : When the folders or files are deleted/moved/renamed in the computer, Copy the files to a computer using the following method. they cannot be played back on this unit anymore. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Memo : Open the LCD monitor.
Copying Copying to Mac Computer iMovie and iPhoto You can import files from this unit to a computer using Apple’s Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. iMovie ’08, ’09, ’11 (video) or iPhoto (still image). To verify the system requirements, select “About This Mac”...
Menu Settings Operating the Menu Operating the Shortcut Menu You can configure various settings of the recommended functions in the There are three types of menus in this unit. video/still image recording mode using the shortcut menu. Shortcut menu - Menu that contains the recommended functions from the Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings Operating the Main Menu Operating the Common Menu You can configure various settings using the menu. You can configure common setting items regardless of the mode using the common menu. Tap “MENU”. Tap “MENU”. The menu differs according to the mode in use. The menu differs according to the mode in use.
Menu Settings Recording Menu (Video) You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change settings such as picture quality and gain. Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is A. Tap “MENU”.
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Menu Settings Setting Details TELE MACRO Enables close-up shots when using the telephoto (T) end of the zoom. “Taking Close-up Shots” (A p. 36) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF Automatically adjusts focus and brightness based on the subjects’ faces or selected area. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)”...
Menu Settings SCENE SELECT GAIN UP Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark Operating Details places. “Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” (A p. 30) Setting Details FOCUS Deactivates the function. Focus can be adjusted manually.
Menu Settings “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 49) WIND CUT Reduces the noise caused by wind. DATE/TIME RECORDING Setting Details You can record videos together with the date and time. Set this when you want to save the file with date and time display. Deactivates the function.
Menu Settings SMILE SHOT VIDEO QUALITY Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. Sets the video quality. Operating Details “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 40) Setting Details Enables recording in the best picture quality. SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Applies to Blu-ray discs only.
Menu Settings ZOOM ZOOM MIC Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Sets the zoom microphone. Setting Details Setting Details Enables recording with 1 - 40x optical zoom. Set Deactivates the zoom microphone. this when digital zoom is not desired. Records audio sounds in the same direction as the 80x/DIGITAL Enables recording with 1 - 40x optical zoom and 41 zoom operation.
Menu Settings Recording Menu (Still Image) You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change settings such as picture quality and gain. Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is B. Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings Setting Details TELE MACRO Enables close-up shots when using the telephoto (T) end of the zoom. “Taking Close-up Shots” (A p. 36) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF Automatically adjusts focus and brightness based on the subjects’ faces or selected area. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)”...
Menu Settings AUTO REC Starts recording automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor. Operating Details “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 49) PLAY MENU MENU The shortcut menu appears. Tap “MENU”...
Menu Settings SHUTTER MODE SMILE SHOT Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. Operating Details “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 40) Setting Details RECORD ONE Records one still image. SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY SHOT Sets the items to display when faces are detected.
Menu Settings IMAGE SIZE Sets the image size (number of pixels) for still images. Setting Details 1920X1080(2M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 16:9. The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut off when printed. 1440X1080(1.5M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 4:3.
Menu Settings Playback Menu (Video) You can delete or look for specific videos. Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is A. Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode. PLAY MENU The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings DISPLAY DATE/TIME DIGEST PLAYBACK Sets whether to display the recording date and time during video playback. Plays back a digest of the recorded videos. Operating Details “Checking the Content of Videos Quickly (Digest Playback)” (A p. 57) Setting Details Does not display the date and time during PLAYBACK PLAYLIST...
Menu Settings K2 TECHNOLOGY Reproduces small or high-pitched sounds that cannot be recorded during recording, and plays back with a sound quality close to the original. Setting Details Deactivates K2 TECHNOLOGY. Activates K2 TECHNOLOGY. Displaying the Item Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is A.
Menu Settings Playback Menu (Still Image) You can delete or look for specific still images. Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is B. Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode. MENU PLAY MENU The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings Check if the recording mode is B. Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode. PLAY MENU MENU Tap “MENU”. MENU Tap “SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS”. IMAGE SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. Operating Details “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 65) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files”...
Menu Settings Common Menu Tap “MENU”. PLAY MENU When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears. Tap “Q”. Setting Details CLOCK ADJUST Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. “Clock Setting”...
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Menu Settings Setting Details TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. “ TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST ” (A p. 108) DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. “ DISPLAY ON TV ” (A p. 109) VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV.
Menu Settings CLOCK ADJUST MONITOR BRIGHTNESS Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. Operating Details “Clock Setting” (A p. 17) Setting Details “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 21) AUTO Sets the brightness automatically to “4”...
Menu Settings OPERATION SOUND SILENT MODE Turns on or off the operation sound. 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.
Menu Settings AUTO POWER OFF QUICK RESTART Prevents the situation of forgetting to turn off the power when this is set. Enables the power to turn on quickly when the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes. Setting Details Setting Details Power is not turned off even if this unit is not...
Menu Settings DEMO MODE TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST Plays a demonstration of the special features of this unit. Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. Tap “MENU”. Setting Details Deactivates the function. Plays a demonstration of the special features of this unit.
Menu Settings DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. COMPLETED Setting Details Does not display icons and date/time on TV. Displays icons and date/time on TV. Setting ends and returns to the menu screen. Displaying the Item Caution : Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings VIDEO OUTPUT HDMI OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Sets the output from the HDMI connector of this unit when it is connected to a TV. Setting Details Setting Details Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3).
All settings return to their default values. 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...
Menu Settings FORMAT SD CARD MOBILE USER GUIDE Deletes all files on the SD card. Displays the QR code to access the Mobile User Guide. Tap “MENU”. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the SD card. FILE + Deletes all files on the SD card and resets the folder MANAGEMENT and file numbers to "1".
Names of Parts Front Rear DC Connector Connects to an AC adapter to charge the battery. SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording) Button ACCESS (Access) Lamp Takes a still image. Lights up/blinks during recording or playback. Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card. Zoom/Volume Lever POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge) Lamp During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range.
Names of Parts Bottom Interior Speaker Outputs audio sound during video playback. A / B (Video/Still Image) Button Switches between video and still image modes. SILENT Button Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode. To turn it off, press and hold the button again.
Names of Parts LCD Monitor 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. 15) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 16) Caution : Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact.
Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording 1 2 3 10:45 0:00:12:34 0:12:34[010:00] Video Mode TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 114) “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 39) Video Quality Backlight Compensation “...
Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback 10:00 00:01:23 00:12:34 1SEC [9999] Video Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 114) Still Image Mode Video Quality “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 114) “...
Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Playback When the unit is not working properly Turning Off the Power 100-0001 10:00 Close the LCD monitor. Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 114) Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them, Folder Number open the LCD monitor and this unit powers on automatically.
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. 32) performance cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
Troubleshooting Card Playback Cannot insert the SD card. Sound or video is interrupted. Make sure not to insert the SD card in the wrong direction. Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 13) scenes.
Troubleshooting Editing/Copying Computer Unable to delete file. Unable to copy files to the computer’s HDD. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 is not installed, some protection before deleting the file. functions may not work properly.
Make a backup of important recorded data. Make a backup of important recorded data. - It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data.
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B Select “FILE + MANAGEMENT NO” in “FORMAT SD CARD” of the media the clock. (If the message still appears, the clock battery is exhausted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.) settings menu. (All data on the SD card will be deleted.) “Clock Setting”...
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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.
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Specifications Camera Item Details Item Details Lowest illumination 3 lux Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V 1 lux (SCENE SELECT: NIGHTALIVE) Using battery pack: DC 3.6 V Zoom (during video Optical zoom: Up to 40x Power consumption 2.2 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) recording) Digital zoom: Up to 200x 2.4 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter))
Specifications Connectors AC Adapter (AC-V11U) Item Details Item Details HDMI output HDMI mini connector Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz connector Output DC 5.2 V, 1 A AV output Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C connector...