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JVC Everio GZ-HM690 User Manual

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GZ-HM690/GZ-HM670/
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LYT2268-002A

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  • Page 1 CAMCORDER Detailed User Guide GZ-HM690/GZ-HM670/ GZ-HM650/GZ-HM450/ GZ-HM440 LYT2268-002A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software ... 72 List of Files and Folders ............. 72 Recording JVC Software Licence Agreement ........73 Taking Videos in Intelligent Auto Mode ........25 Copying to Mac Computer ............. 74 Zooming ................27 Capturing Still Images During Video Recording ....
  • Page 3 DATE DISPLAY STYLE ............. 93 LANGUAGE ............... 94 MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ..........94 REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ- HM670/GZ-HM690) ............95 REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ- HM670/GZ-HM690) ............95 REC VIDEO TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440) ........ 96 REC STILLS TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440) ....... 96 OPERATION SOUND ............

  • Page 4: Beginner's Guide

    Beginner's Guide Shooting Tips Charging Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. Basic Way to Hold a Camcorder ~ Recording Stable Images ~ Recording Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide.

  • Page 5: Holiday Season/Christmas

    Useful Shooting Techniques Holiday Season/Christmas Squatting and Shooting at Eye Level Record the happy Christmas celebration with your family! Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner The decoration of tree and preparation of dinner are part of the joy of Christmas.

  • Page 6: Wedding

    Useful Shooting Techniques Wedding Recording the Christmas Party Create an awesome wedding video for the bride and groom! After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of Discussing and Planning Before the Event the family while being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is Before the day of the wedding reception, it is important to discuss with the...

  • Page 7: Travel

    AC Adapter around to record other scenes, enabling an interesting video with changing The JVC AC adapter supports voltages from 100 V to 240 V, and hence can scenes to be created through editing and compilation. be used anywhere in the world.
  • Page 8 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.

  • Page 9: 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 10: Getting Started Key Features

    Getting Started Key Features Key features of your camcorder Full High Definition (1920×1080 pixels) Video Recording 3.2 M (2400×1344 pixels) Still Image Recording (GZ-HM670/GZ- HM650) i.AUTO (Intelligent Auto Recording): Detects 12 types of pre-set scenes “Scenes of Intelligent Auto” (A p. 25) 2.7”...

  • Page 11: Model Differences

    1/4.1" 3.32M BSI CMOS 2M (SR Built-in Built-in SDXC/ 3.2M) memory N memory N Built-in SD card SD card Memory GZ-HM690 SDHC/ 64 GB Light 1/4.1" 3.32M BSI CMOS 2M (SR Built-in Built-in SDXC/ 3.2M) memory N memory N Built-in...

  • Page 12: Verifying The Accessories

    Getting Started Verifying the Accessories If any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. Illustration Description AC Adapter AC-V11U Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery Pack

    Be sure to use JVC battery packs. Turn on the computer and connect the USB cable to the camcorder. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. Charging time: Approx. 2 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack) The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C (77°F).

  • Page 14: Grip Adjustment

    Grip Adjustment Charging is also possible with an optional USB AC adapter (AC-V10L). If you use any other USB AC adapters besides JVC AC adapters, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. If charging does not start, detach the battery pack and try again from step You cannot record or play back videos while the camcorder is connected to a computer.

  • Page 15: Inserting An Sd Card (Gz-Hm450/Gz-Hm650/Gz-Hm670/Gz- Hm690)

    Getting Started Inserting an SD Card (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/ Removing the Card GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690) Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the built-in memory runs out.

  • Page 16: Using An Eye-Fi Card

    Getting Started SDXC Card Using an Eye-Fi Card Eye-Fi is an SD memory card with wireless LAN function. Using an Eye-Fi card, you can transfer videos and still images to a computer or the web. (A broadband wireless LAN environment is required.) Use of Eye-Fi card may be illegal and prohibited in countries and regions where it has not been approved by competent authorities.

  • Page 17: Inserting An Sd Card (Gz-Hm440)

    Getting Started Inserting an SD Card (GZ-HM440) Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. This unit comes with two SD card slots. When two SD cards are inserted, recordings can be continued on the other card even if one card is full. “Types of Usable SD Card”...

  • Page 18: Using An Eye-Fi Card

    Getting Started Using an Eye-Fi card, you can transfer videos and still images to a computer SDXC Card or the web. (A broadband wireless LAN environment is required.) Use of Eye-Fi card may be illegal and prohibited in countries and regions where it has not been approved by competent authorities.

  • Page 19: Using The Touch Screen

    Getting Started Using the Touch Screen Tap and hold n button Displays are fixed such that they do not disappear. After setting, the Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the display button changes from n to m. touch screen according to the mode in use.

  • Page 20: Clock Setting

    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.

  • Page 21: Resetting The Clock

    Getting Started Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. Tap “MENU”. The city name and time difference are displayed. Tap < or > to select the city name. Tap “Q”. Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”. Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap “CLOCK SETTING”.

  • Page 22: Changing The Display Language

    Getting Started Changing the Display Language Holding this Unit The language on the display can be changed. When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake. Tap “MENU”. Tap “Q”. Tap “LANGUAGE”. Caution : Be careful not to drop this unit during transportation.

  • 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

    Enables the battery pack to be charged without AA-VG1 using this unit. Component Cable For viewing in high picture quality. Tap “Q”. QAM1266-001 Consult your nearest JVC service center. HDMI Cable For viewing in high picture quality. VX-HD310ES Transmits video, audio, and control signals VX-HD315ES between devices.

  • Page 25: Recording

    The mode changes between Intelligent Auto and Manual with every recorded to. press. The recording media can be changed. Start recording. “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-HM450/GZ- HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” (A p. 95) “REC VIDEO TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440)” (A p. 96) Scenes of Intelligent Auto Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully.
  • Page 26 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. Memo : Check the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting.

  • Page 27: Zooming

    Recording Taking Still Images in Intelligent Auto Mode Zooming The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. Intelligent Auto mode.
  • Page 28 “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 39) “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM450/GZ- To perform recording in a dark location, do so after setting “LIGHT”. HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” (A p. 95) “LIGHT (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZHM690)” (A p. 85) “REC STILLS TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440)”...

  • Page 29: Zooming

    Recording Manual Recording Zooming The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. You can adjust settings, such as brightness, by using the manual mode. Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.

  • Page 30: Scene Selection

    Recording Manual Recording Menu Scene Selection The following items can be set. Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings. Name Description Tap “MENU”. a SCENE SELECT Recordings that suit the shooting conditions can be performed easily. “Scene Selection”...

  • Page 31: 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. Increases gain and brightens the scene b NIGHTALIVE Tap “MENU”. automatically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Setting White Balance You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Tap “MENU”. Tap “MENU”. Tap “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST”. Tap “WHITE BALANCE”. Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap ∧...

  • Page 33: Setting Backlight Compensation

    Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Taking Close-up Shots You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. backlight. Tap “MENU”. *The image is only an impression. Tap “MENU”.

  • Page 34: Creating Animation Effects (Animation Effect)

    Recording Creating Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT) You can add various effects to videos to create a different atmosphere from the usual recording. Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu.

  • Page 35: Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information

    Recording Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched. Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information By registering the face of a person beforehand, focus and brightness can be adjusted automatically by the face tracking function. Up to 6 faces, together with names and priority levels, can be registered.

  • Page 36: Setting Smile%/Name Display

    Recording Repeat the step until recording (registration) is complete for all Upon registration, the last number is assigned as the priority level. directions. During face detection, the subject with the highest priority (lowest number) will be detected. Registration of the four directions may fail depending on the shooting environment.

  • Page 37: Editing The Registered Face Information

    Recording Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap the desired setting. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “EDIT”. Setting Details Displays only the frames when faces are detected. Tap the person to edit.
  • Page 38 Recording Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “CANCEL”. Tap the person to cancel registration of. A appears on the selected person. To remove A from a person, tap on the person again.

  • Page 39: Capturing Subjects Clearly (Touch Priority Ae/Af)

    Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH Focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically based on the tapped position (face/color/area). A blue frame appears around the PRIORITY 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 cancel the setting, tap on a position outside the blue or white frame.

  • Page 40: Capturing Smiles Automatically (Smile Shot)

    Recording Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE After a smile is detected and captured, it takes time before the next recording may be performed. SHOT) “SMILE SHOT” does not work in the following cases: - when menu is being displayed “SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a - when file information or remaining battery power is being displayed smile.

  • Page 41: Recording While Displaying A Magnified View Of A Selected Face (Face Sub-Window)

    Recording Recording while Displaying a Magnified View Frames do not appear around the faces in the face sub-window mode as easily as in the other modes. They appear around the faces that can be of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW) magnified only.

  • Page 42: Reducing Camera Shake

    Recording Reducing Camera Shake Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING) When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during recording can be effectively reduced. 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. Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode.
  • Page 43 Recording Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording. Indications During Time-Lapse Recording Display Description Speed Indicator Displays the recording interval that is set. Video Quality Displays the icon of the video quality that is set. Remaining Remaining time left to record with the currently Recording Time selected video quality.

  • Page 44: Recording Automatically By Sensing Movements (Auto Rec)

    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.

  • Page 45: Taking Group Shots (Self-Timer)

    Recording Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) To stop video recording manually, press the START/STOP button. However, as the “AUTO REC” setting remains at “ON” even after the video recording is stopped, recording starts again when movements The 10-second self-timer and Face Detection self-timer are convenient of the subject (changes in brightness) are detected within the red functions for taking group photos.
  • Page 46 Recording Using the Face Detection Self-timer The photographer enters the frame. 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 47: Setting The User Button

    Recording (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF, WHITE BALANCE) Setting the USER Button 1) Press the USER button. 2) Tap the desired function to set. By assigning one of manual adjustment functions that you frequently use to the USER button, you can access the function quickly. Memo : The USER button is invalid when the menu is displayed.

  • Page 48: Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power

    Recording Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power You can check the remaining video recording time on the built-in memory and SD card as well as the remaining battery power. Open the LCD monitor and select the video or still image mode. The video or still image mode icon appears. Press the INFO button.
  • Page 49 9999 9999 2100 4300 (16:9) * * GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690 Up to 9999 still images may be recorded on SD cards with at least 32 GB capacity (regardless of image size). Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery) Battery Pack Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording Time...

  • Page 50: Playback

    Playback Playing Back Videos Switches between the index screen of the built-in memory and SD card You can select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display). MENU Displays the menu screen Select video mode. During Video Playback Tap L to select the playback mode.

  • Page 51: Playing A Video With Defective Management Information

    Playback Playing a Video with Defective Management Information The management information of a video may be damaged if recording is not performed correctly, such as turning off the power in the middle of recording. You can perform the following operations to play back the videos with defective management information.

  • Page 52: Playing Back Still Images

    Playback Playing Back Still Images Switches between the index screen of the built-in memory and SD card You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). Displays the index screen (thumbnail display) to perform deletion Select still image mode.

  • Page 53: Searching For A Specific Video/Still Image

    Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image 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. “To search by recording dates”...

  • Page 54: Connecting To And Viewing On Tv

    Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV the HDMI connector.

  • Page 55: Connecting Via The Component Connector

    Playback Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Connecting via the Component Connector Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC-enabled TV using the HDMI cable You can connect this unit to the component connector of a TV to play back allows linked operations with the TV to be performed. videos in analog high-definition quality.

  • Page 56: Connecting Via The Av Connector

    Playback Connecting via the AV Connector By connecting the supplied AV cable to the AV connector, videos can be played back on a TV. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. Connect to a TV. Turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

  • Page 57: Editing

    Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. The capacity of the recording media can be restored after deleting the files. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 57) “Deleting Selected Files”...

  • Page 58: Protecting Files

    Editing Protecting Files Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 58) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 58) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be After deleting is complete, tap “OK”.

  • Page 59: Capturing A Still Image In The Video During Playback

    Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video during Tap “MENU”. Playback You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Select video mode. Tap “PROTECT/CANCEL”. Tap L to select the playback mode. Tap on the files to protect or release protection of. Tap on the desired video.

  • Page 60: Combining Videos Recorded By Seamless Recording

    Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined into a single video. “SEAMLESS RECORDING” (A p. 82) Select video mode. (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690) Tap L to select the playback mode. (GZ-HM440) Tap “YES”. Tap “MENU”.

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

    Editing Capturing a Required Part in the Video Tap e to pause playback at the desired end point, then tap “B”. (TRIMMING) Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location. Select video mode.

  • Page 62: Capturing Videos For Uploading To Youtube

    Editing Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”. 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.

  • Page 63: Copying

    B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected. Be sure to use the supplied JVC AC adapter. Tap L to select the playback mode. A Connect using the provided USB cable.

  • Page 64: Dubbing Files To A Vhs Tape Using A Vcr

    B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected. Be sure to use the supplied JVC AC adapter. Tap L to select the playback mode. Prepare the TV/VCR for recording.

  • Page 65: Copying Files To An Sd Card

    Copying Copying Files to an SD Card You can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card or from slot A to slot B. Copying still images to cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).

  • Page 66: Moving Files To An Sd Card

    Copying Moving Files to an SD Card You can move videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card or from slot A to slot B. Files that are moved will be deleted from the built-in memory or slot A. Moving still images to SD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).

  • Page 67: Copying To Windows Pc

    Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ For details on how to upload to YouTube or transfer files to iTunes, refer to “MediaBrowser Help” in the “Help” menu of Everio MediaBrowser 3. Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) Right-click on “Computer” (or “My Computer”) in the “Start” menu and select “Properties” to check the following items.
  • Page 68 A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected. Be sure to use the supplied JVC AC adapter. C The “SELECT DEVICE” menu appears. Tap “CONNECT TO PC”.

  • Page 69: Backing Up All Files

    This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected. If you encounter any problems with the provided software Everio Be sure to use the supplied JVC AC adapter. MediaBrowser 3, please consult the “Pixela User Support Center”. C The “SELECT DEVICE” menu appears.

  • Page 70: Organizing 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/ A new user list is added to the user list library. Click on the recording day. The thumbnails of the files recorded on the day are displayed. Register files to the created user list.

  • Page 71: Recording Videos To Discs

    (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/ Select the files to copy to disc in order. Click “Settings” to select the disc type. Image quality is set to standard when DVD-Video is selected. Click “Select all” to select all the displayed files.

  • Page 72: Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software

    A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected. Be sure to use the supplied JVC AC adapter. C The “SELECT DEVICE” menu appears. Tap “CONNECT TO PC”.

  • Page 73: Jvc Software Licence Agreement

    Agreement, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. A Subject to the conditions of this Agreement, JVC grants to You a non- C This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws exclusive right to use the Program.

  • Page 74: Copying To Mac Computer

    This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected. For the latest information on iMovie or iPhoto, refer to the Apple website. Be sure to use the supplied JVC AC adapter. For details on how to use iMovie or iPhoto, refer to the help file of the respective software.

  • Page 75: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings Operating the Menu There are three types of menus in this unit. Main menu - Menu that contains all the items specific to the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes respectively. Q (COMMON) menu in the main menu - Menu that contains all common items in the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes.
  • Page 76 Menu Settings Memo : To exit the screen Tap “L” (quit). To display the help file Tap “K” (help) and tap the item.

  • Page 77: Main Menu For Video Recording

    Menu Settings Main Menu for Video Recording 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. Select video mode. Tap R to select the recording mode. The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap.

  • Page 78: Scene Select

    Menu Settings ANIMATION EFFECT Records videos or still images with special effects. “Creating Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT)” (A p. 34) TIME-LAPSE 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.

  • Page 79: Light (Gz-Hm650/Gz-Hm670/Gzhm690)

    Menu Settings LIGHT (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZHM690) GAIN UP Turns on/off the light. Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark places. Setting Details Setting Details Does not light up. Deactivates the function. AUTO Lights up automatically when the surrounding is dark.

  • Page 80: Wind Cut

    Menu Settings WIND CUT FACE SUB-WINDOW Reduces the noise caused by wind. Magnifies and displays a registered face in a sub-window. Operating Details “Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE Setting Details SUB-WINDOW)” (A p. 41) Deactivates the function.

  • Page 81: Video Quality

    Menu Settings VIDEO QUALITY ZOOM Sets the video quality. Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Setting Details Setting Details Enables recording in the best picture quality. 40x/OPTICAL Enables zooming up to 40x. Applies to Blu-ray discs only. Videos taken in 70x/DYNAMIC Enables zooming up to 70x.

  • Page 82: Seamless Recording

    Menu Settings SEAMLESS RECORDING x.v.Color Continues recording on the SD card without stopping when the remaining Captures the true colors. space on the built-in memory or slot A runs out. (Use an x.v.Color compatible TV for playback.) Setting Details Setting Details Does not switch recording media automatically.

  • Page 83: Main Menu For Still Image Recording

    Menu Settings Main Menu for Still Image Recording 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. Select still image mode. Tap R to select the recording mode.

  • Page 84: Scene Select

    Menu Settings “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 44) SHUTTER MODE Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. “SHUTTER MODE” (A p. 86) SMILE SHOT Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 40) SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Sets the items to display when faces are detected.

  • Page 85: Light (Gz-Hm650/Gz-Hm670/Gzhm690)

    Menu Settings LIGHT (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZHM690) SELF-TIMER Turns on/off the light. Use this when taking a group photo. Operating Details Setting Details “Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)” (A p. 45) Does not light up. AUTO Lights up automatically when the surrounding is dark. Lights up at all times.

  • Page 86: Gain Up

    The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is used repeatedly. Deactivates the function. “CONTINUOUS SHOOTING” may not work when “IMAGE SIZE” is set to Electrically brightens the scene when it is dark. “2400X1344(3.2M)”. (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690) Memo : Displaying the Item Setting can be adjusted separately for videos.

  • Page 87: Image Size

    1440X1080(1.5M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 4:3. 640X480(0.3M) * GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690 Displaying the Item Select still image mode. Tap R to select the recording mode. The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap.

  • Page 88: Main Menu For Video Playback

    Menu Settings Main Menu for Video Playback You can delete or look for specific videos. Select video mode. Tap L to select the playback mode. The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Tap “MENU”. Setting Details SEARCH DATE You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates.

  • Page 89: Move

    Menu Settings MOVE SEAMLESS REC CTRL Moves files to another media. Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS Operating Details RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined into a single video. “Moving Files to an SD Card” (A p. 66) Operating Details “Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Recording”...

  • Page 90: Main Menu For Still Image Playback

    Menu Settings Main Menu for Still Image Playback You can delete or look for specific still images. Select still image mode. Tap L to select the playback mode. The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Tap “MENU”. Setting Details SEARCH DATE...

  • Page 91: Protect/Cancel

    Menu Settings COPY Copies files to another media. Operating Details “Copying Files to an SD Card” (A p. 65) MOVE Tap L to select the playback mode. Moves files to another media. Operating Details “Moving Files to an SD Card” (A p. 66) The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap.

  • Page 92: Common Menu

    “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” (A p. 94) REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO Sets the recording/playback media of videos. “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” (A p. 95) REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording/playback media of still images. “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” (A p. 95) REC VIDEO TO SLOTS Sets the recording/playback SD card slot of videos.

  • Page 93: Clock Adjust

    Updates the built-in PC software of this unit to the latest version. “PC SOFTWARE UPDATE” (A p. 102) FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. Deletes all files on the built-in memory. “FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” (A p. 103) FORMAT SD CARD Deletes all files on the SD card. “FORMAT SD CARD” (A p. 103) ERASE ALL DATA Execute this process when disposing of this unit or passing it to another person.

  • Page 94: Language

    Menu Settings For date display, set to any format from “month.day.year”, MONITOR BRIGHTNESS “year.month.day”, and “day.month.year”. Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. For time display, set to any format from “12h” and “24h”. Tap the operation buttons ∧ or ∨ to move the cursor. Setting Details After setting, tap “OK”.

  • Page 95: Rec Media For Video (Gz-Hm450/Gz-Hm650/Gz- Hm670/Gz-Hm690)

    Menu Settings REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/ REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/ GZ-HM690) GZ-HM690) Sets the recording/playback media of videos. Sets the recording/playback media of still images. Setting Details Setting Details BUILT-IN Records videos to this unit's built-in memory. BUILT-IN Records still images to this unit's built-in memory.

  • Page 96: Rec Video To Slots (Gz-Hm440)

    Menu Settings REC VIDEO TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440) REC STILLS TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440) Sets the recording/playback SD card slot of videos. Sets the recording/playback SD card slot of still images. Setting Details Setting Details SLOT A Records videos to the SD card in slot A. SLOT A Records still images to the SD card in slot A.

  • Page 97: Operation Sound

    Menu Settings OPERATION SOUND AUTO POWER OFF Turns on or off the operation sound. Prevents the situation of forgetting to turn off the power when this is set. Setting Details Setting Details Turns off the operation sound. Power is not turned off even if this unit is not operated for 5 minutes.

  • Page 98: Quick Restart

    Menu Settings QUICK RESTART DEMO MODE Enables the power to turn on quickly when the LCD monitor is opened again Plays a demonstration of the special features of this unit. within 5 minutes. Setting Details Setting Details Deactivates the function. Deactivates the function.

  • Page 99: Display On Tv

    Menu Settings 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. Memo : Tap “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST”. If connected to a TV via the HDMI connector, buttons (icons) and date/ time will not be displayed on the TV during video playback even if set to “ON”.

  • Page 100: Video Output

    Menu Settings VIDEO OUTPUT COMPONENT OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Sets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector. Setting Details Setting Details Select this when connecting to a conventional TV 480i Outputs at 480i.

  • Page 101: Hdmi Output

    Menu Settings HDMI OUTPUT HDMI CONTROL Sets the output from the HDMI connector of this unit when it is connected to Sets whether to link operations with an HDMI-CEC compliant TV. a TV. Setting Details Setting Details Turns off linked operations. AUTO It is recommended to select “AUTO”...

  • Page 102: Factory Preset

    Returns all the settings to their default values. Updates the functions of this unit to the latest version. For details, refer to the JVC homepage. Tap “MENU”. (When no program to update the software of this unit is available, nothing will be provided on the homepage.)

  • Page 103: Format Built-In Mem. (Gz-Hm450/Gz-Hm650/Gz- Hm670/Gz-Hm690)

    Menu Settings FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/ FORMAT SD CARD GZ-HM690) Deletes all files on the SD card. Deletes all files on the built-in memory. Setting Details Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the SD card. FILE Deletes all files on the built-in memory.

  • Page 104: Erase All Data (Gz-Hm450/Gz-Hm650/Gz-Hm670/Gz- Hm690)

    Menu Settings ERASE ALL DATA (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ- HM690) Execute this process when disposing of this unit or passing it to another person. Tap “MENU”. Tap “Q”. Tap “ERASE ALL DATA”. Tap “YES”. After deleting is complete, tap “OK”. Caution : Connect the AC adapter when erasing all data on the built-in memory. Erasing cannot be performed if the AC adapter is not connected.

  • Page 105: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Rear Lens Cover Zoom/Volume Lever Do not touch the lens and lens cover. During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range. Do not cover the lens with your fingers during recording. During playback (index screen): Moves to the next or previous page. During video playback: Adjusts the volume.

  • Page 106: Bottom

    Names of Parts Bottom Interior Speaker Outputs audio sound during video playback. i.AUTO Button Switches between Intelligent Auto and Manual modes. USER Button “Setting the USER Button” (A p. 47) Tripod Mounting Hole A / B (Video/Still Image) Button “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 22) Switches between video and still image modes.

  • Page 107: Lcd Monitor

    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. 19) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 19) Caution : Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact.

  • Page 108: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording Backlight Compensation “Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 33) Video Mode Auto REC “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 106) “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 44) Video Quality Zoom “VIDEO QUALITY”...

  • Page 109: Still Image Recording

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback Video Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 106) Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 106) Video Quality “VIDEO QUALITY” (A p. 81) Image Size “IMAGE SIZE”...

  • Page 110: Still Image Playback

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Playback Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 106) Folder Number File Number Date/Time “Clock Setting” (A p. 20) Media “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ- HM690)” (A p. 95) “REC STILLS TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440)”...

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    Set to the recording mode by tapping the R button. or something similar. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and Recording stops automatically. performance cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

  • Page 112: Card

    Cannot insert the SD card. Make sure not to insert the card in the wrong direction. Images are projected vertically on the TV. “Inserting an SD Card (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” menu to “4:3”. (A p. 15) “VIDEO OUTPUT”...

  • Page 113: Editing/Copying

    Troubleshooting Editing/Copying Computer Unable to dub to a Blu-ray recorder. Unable to copy files to the computer's HDD. Dubbing cannot be performed by connecting this unit to a Blu-ray recorder Connect the USB cable correctly. with a USB cable. Connect and dub using the supplied AV cable. “Backing Up All Files”...

  • Page 114: Screen/Image

    It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. Set “WHITE BALANCE” in the recording menu to “MANUAL”. Select from JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. “FINE”/“CLOUD”/“HALOGEN” according to the light source. Select “MWB” and adjust accordingly.

  • Page 115: Error Message

    CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS TOO COLD KEEP CAMERA Remove and re-insert the SD card. POWER ON PLEASE WAIT “Inserting an SD Card (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690)” (A p. 15) Leave this unit turned on for a while. Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.
  • Page 116 Troubleshooting NO FILES Change the setting of “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE”, “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO”, “REC VIDEO TO SLOTS”, or “REC STILLS TO SLOTS” in the “COMMON” menu, and check that files are not recorded to the other media. “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ- HM690)”...

  • Page 117: 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 118: Specifications

    9 lux Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V 1 lux (SCENE SELECT: NIGHTALIVE) Using battery pack: DC 3.5 V - 3.6 V GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690: 4 lux Power consumption GZ-HM440/GZ-HM450: 1 lux (SCENE SELECT: NIGHTALIVE) 2.3 W (when “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “3”...

  • Page 119: Still Image

    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 Component output Y, Pb, Pr component output Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω...

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