Clock Setting ................. 71 Table of Contents Resetting the Clock ............72 Changing the Display Language ..........73 Holding this Unit ..............73 Beginner’s Guide ............5 Tripod Mounting ..............73 Charging .................. 5 Using this Unit Overseas ............74 Recording ................
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Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed Wi-Fi ................178 File ................128 DATE/TIME RECORDING ..........178 Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files .... 129 FACE SUB-WINDOW ............178 Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Playback ..130 SHUTTER MODE ............178 Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Recording ..
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HDMI CONTROL ............. 204 FACTORY PRESET ............204 UPDATE ................204 PC SOFTWARE UPDATE ..........204 FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM..........205 FORMAT SD CARD ............205 ERASE ALL DATA ............206 OPEN SOURCE LICENSES ..........206 Names of Parts Front ..................207 Rear ..................
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! After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of the family while Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is slightly drunk from The decoration of tree and preparation of dinner are part of the joy of...
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 Tripod Using Pan at the Places of Interest Tourists spots with beautiful scenery or historical sites are places that you would certainly want to record. To capture the magnificence of a scene which cannot be fitted into a single frame, try the panning technique. Refer to “Shooting Tips”...
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.
Using Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Capabilities This unit is equipped with Wi-Fi function. You can do the following using a smartphone or computer via wireless connection. Name of Function Capability Direct Monitoring You can check the image on the camera via direct 1-to-1 connection (Wi-Fi Direct) with a smartphone (or computer), without the need for an access point (wireless LAN router).
LAN device. There is no guarantee that the operations will work with all computer JVC shall not be liable for any security issues, troubles, damages or losses environments. For example, the video download feature of mobile safari arising from the use of this feature.
Using Wi-Fi Do not use the Wi-Fi function outside the country of Image Monitoring via Direct Connection purchase. (DIRECT MONITORING) Depending on the country, there may be restrictions on the use of radio waves and any violations could be punishable by law. You can check the image on the camera via direct connection (Wi-Fi Direct) with a smartphone (or computer), without the need for an access point (wireless LAN router).
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Using Wi-Fi Activate WPS on the smartphone (or computer) within 2 minutes. (Operation on the smartphone (or computer)) To activate WPS, refer to the instruction manual of the device in use. A connection is established and Q appears on the camera’s screen. Search and Connect Tap “MENU”.
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Using Wi-Fi Operation Method Smartphone (Android / iPhone) Memo : It is necessary to install the application on the smartphone. “Installing Smartphone Applications” (A p. 44) Start “Everio Sync.” on the smartphone after setting direct monitoring. The URL for the computer to connect to appears. Check the URL.
Using Wi-Fi Recording the Location Information You can record the location information of the venue where recording is taking place via direct connection (Wi-Fi Direct) with a smartphone. Activate WPS on the smartphone within 2 minutes. (Operation on the smartphone) To activate WPS, refer to the instruction manual of the device in use.
Using Wi-Fi Image Monitoring via an Access Point at Operation Method Home (OUTSIDE MONITORING) Tap “CAMERA OPERATION” after setting direct monitoring. (Operation on this camera) You can check the image on the camera with a smartphone (or computer) via an access point at home using wireless LAN router. Recording of videos and still images may be performed while monitoring.
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Using Wi-Fi Operation Method Smartphone (Android / iPhone) Memo : It is necessary to install the application on the smartphone. “Installing Smartphone Applications” (A p. 44) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The shortcut menu appears. Tap “Wi-Fi” (Q) in the shortcut menu. (Operation on this camera) If the camera cannot be found, enter the URL (LAN) displayed in “CAMERA NETWORK INFO.”...
Using Wi-Fi Image Monitoring via the Internet (OUTSIDE MONITORING) You can check the image on the camera via internet connection with a smartphone (or computer). *Connection to the internet is established via a wireless LAN router. Recording of videos and still images may be performed while monitoring. The shortcut menu appears.
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Using Wi-Fi What You Need Operation Method Smartphone or Windows computer Smartphone (Android / iPhone) Wireless LAN router that supports UPnP (use a product that has a Wi-Fi Memo : certification logo) It is necessary to install the application on the smartphone. To check whether UPnP is supported, please refer to the instruction manual “Installing Smartphone Applications”...
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Using Wi-Fi “Changing the Settings” (A p. 27) Using smartphone applications “Using Smartphone Applications” (A p. 44) To end operations, tap “STOP”. Enter the confirmed URL (WAN) directly. Log in with your username and password. (if authentication cannot be achieved) The username is “everio”...
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Using Wi-Fi Computer (Windows 7) To end operations, tap “STOP”. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The shortcut menu appears. Tap “Wi-Fi” (Q) in the shortcut menu. (Operation on this camera) Tap “OUTSIDE MONITORING”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “CAMERA NETWORK INFO.”. (Operation on this camera) The URL (WAN) for the computer to connect to appears.
If you reply to the received e-mail by using this unit, the receiver can not check your replied e-mail by using this unit. Check the e-mails sent by this unit from computer, etc. JVC will not be responsible for any trouble that occurs upon the sending of mails. What You Need Tap the e-mail address to be set as recipient.
Check the e-mails sent by this unit from computer, etc. Images are captured automatically when moving subjects or human JVC will not be responsible for any trouble that occurs upon the sending faces appear on the camera’s screen. (The PHOTO icon appears on of mails.
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Using Wi-Fi Necessary Settings Operation Method To send e-mails, the following settings are required. Tap “MENU”. *The above settings are not necessary if they have already been set for other (Operation on this camera) functions. Registering an access point “Registering the Access Points to Connect (“ACCESS POINTS”)” (A p.
Using Wi-Fi Changing the Settings To use the Wi-Fi function, it may be necessary to perform some settings on the camera and smartphone (or computer). Registering the access points to connect (wireless LAN router) “Registering the Access Points to Connect (“ACCESS POINTS”)” (A p.
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Using Wi-Fi Menu Settings Setting Details OUT MONITORING SET Configures various settings related to outside monitoring. PASSWORD (Default: “0000”) Selects the password to access the camera. “Setting the Password (OUT MONITORING SET)” (A p. 28) UPnP (Default: “ON”) Sets the UPnP of the camera. ・...
Using Wi-Fi Setting the Password (OUT MONITORING SET) Setting the UPnP of this Camera (OUT MONITORING SET) Sets the password to access the camera. (Not more than 8 characters) Sets the UPnP of the camera. Tap “MENU”. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) The shortcut menu appears.
IP address changes when it is connected to the internet. Sets the dynamic DNS information of the obtained account on the camera. Only the JVC dynamic DNS service can be set on this camera. Tap “MENU”.
Tap “Wi-Fi” (Q) in the shortcut menu. After setting, tap “SET”. (Operation on this camera) Memo : Only the JVC dynamic DNS service can be set on this camera. Tap “NETWORK SETTINGS”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MAIL SETTING”. (Operation on this camera)
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Using Wi-Fi Tap “SENDER'S EMAIL”. Tap “SMTP PORT” (not necessary in the case of Gmail) (Operation on this camera) Change the SMTP port number (if necessary) and tap “SET”. Enter the e-mail address and tap “SET”. This is automatically configured if the sender’s mail address is Gmail. Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters.
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Using Wi-Fi Tap “USERNAME”. After setting all the necessary items, tap “SET”. Enter the username and tap “SET”. Settings will not be saved until “SET” is tapped. For Gmail mail addresses, enter the name to the left of “@”. Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters. The character changes with every tap.
Using Wi-Fi Registering the Recipient’s E-mail Address SENDER'S EMAIL Enter the sender’s e-mail address. Registers the e-mail addresses of recipients on the camera. SMTP SERVER Enter the SMTP server address. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) SMTP PORT Set this when the SMTP port number needs to be changed.
Using Wi-Fi Setting the Detection Method of this Camera (DETECT/MAIL Tap “ADD”. SETTING) (Operation on this camera) Sets the detection method to start recording. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Enter the recipient’s e-mail address. The shortcut menu appears. Tap “Wi-Fi” (Q) in the shortcut menu. (Operation on this camera) Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters.
Using Wi-Fi Setting the Detection Interval of this Camera (DETECT/MAIL Setting Self Recording on this Camera (DETECT/MAIL SETTING) SETTING) Sets the time period to enable detection again after the previous one. Sets whether to record videos on this camera during detection. Tap “MENU”.
Using Wi-Fi Registering the Access Points to Connect (“ACCESS Tap “ACCESS POINTS”. POINTS”) (Operation on this camera) There are 4 ways to register the access points (wireless LAN router) for connection. Wi-Fi Protected This is the easiest way of registration. Setup (WPS) Authentication method and wireless LAN setup are Registration...
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Using Wi-Fi Search and Register Tap “SEARCH”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The search results appear on the camera’s screen. The shortcut menu appears. Tap the name (SSID) of the desired access point from the list of search results.
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Using Wi-Fi Manual Registration Enter the name (SSID) of the access point (wireless LAN router) and tap “SET”. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters. The character The shortcut menu appears. changes with every tap.
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Using Wi-Fi WPS PIN Registration Tap “WPS PIN”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The PIN code appears. The shortcut menu appears. Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera to the access point (wireless LAN router). Tap “Wi-Fi”...
Using Wi-Fi Setting the Password (DIRECT MONITORING) Tap “NETWORK SETTINGS”. (Operation on this camera) Sets the password for direct monitoring. (8 to 32 characters) Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “ACCESS POINTS”. (Operation on this camera) The shortcut menu appears. Tap “Wi-Fi”...
Using Wi-Fi Setting the Enforced Group Owner (DIRECT MONITORING) Enter the password. (Operation on this camera) Sets whether to enforce authorization of the group owner. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter characters. The character changes with every tap.
Using Wi-Fi Checking the MAC Address of this Camera Protecting the Network Settings with a Password Displays the MAC address of the camera. Sets a password to lock and protect the network settings. Tap “MENU”. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) (Operation on this camera) The shortcut menu appears.
Using Wi-Fi Initializing the Network Settings Returns the network settings to their default values. Tap “MENU”. (Operation on this camera) The shortcut menu appears. Tap “Wi-Fi” (Q) in the shortcut menu. (Operation on this camera) Tap “NETWORK SETTINGS”. (Operation on this camera) Tap “INITIALIZATION”.
Using Wi-Fi Using Smartphone Applications Indications on the Screen By using smartphone applications, you can connect to the camera and make Android Smartphone use of the Wi-Fi function. Recording Screen Installing Smartphone Applications Android Smartphone Tap [Market] on the application list. Search for the “Everio Sync.”...
Using Wi-Fi Caution : Tap U. “Everio Sync.” for iPhone/iPad cannot be used when the iPhone/iPad is connected to the mobile phone network. To make use of this feature, connect to the camera or an access point via Wi-Fi. Video Index Screen Still Image Index Screen Tap on the thumbnail to transfer.
Using Wi-Fi Tap on the start point (starting time) of the video to transfer. After transferring is complete, tap “OK”. The start point and length of video are displayed in the unit set in “VID To play back the video, tap “CHECK”. (Android only) LENGTH TO TRANS”.
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Using Wi-Fi (For Android) Tap U. Tap on the thumbnail to transfer. (For iPhone) Tap B. A progress status is displayed on the smartphone during preparation for the transfer and while transferring. Tap V. (Android only) To cancel the transfer, tap “CANCEL”. After transferring is complete, tap “OK”.
Using Wi-Fi Changing the Settings Change the settings on the menu as desired. You can change the settings of the smartphone applications. Android Smartphone Press the MENU button. Item Details MONITORING Turns monitoring of the recording screen on/ off. Tap “SET”. LOC INFO TRANS INT Sets the time interval for sending location information.
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Using Wi-Fi iPhone/iPad/iPod touch Item Details Tap “Q”. MONITORING Turns monitoring of the recording screen on/ off. LOC INFO TRANS INT Sets the time interval for sending location information. CHANGE Changes the background. BACKGROUND COLOR LENGTH OF VIDEO Sets the length of video to transfer. Enter the URL when using outside monitoring.
Using Wi-Fi Using the Wi-Fi Function from a Web Browser You can connect to the camera and make use of the Wi-Fi function from the web browser of a computer. Indications on the screen “Indications on the Screen” (A p. 50) Changing the settings “Making Camera Settings from a Web Browser”...
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Using Wi-Fi Video Index Screen To download a video, click on the thumbnail. Still Image Index Screen To download a still image, click on the thumbnail. DETECT/MAIL SETTING Screen Notification mail settings such as detection method and recipient’s e-mail address can be changed even when the camera is out of reach.
Using Wi-Fi Making Camera Settings from a Web Browser Check the URL shown on the camera’s screen, then enter it on the Internet Explorer (web browser). You can change the camera settings from a web browser. (Operation on this camera) Tap “MENU”.
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Using Wi-Fi Adding/Changing/Deleting an Access Point To add “ACCESS POINTS” manually Click “Access Point”. To search and add “ACCESS POINTS” Click “Access Point”. Click “ADD”. Click “SEARCH”. Enter “SSID”, “TYPE OF SECURITY”, and “PASSWORD”, and click “REG.”. Click on the access point you want to add. Click “SEARCH AGAIN”...
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Using Wi-Fi To change (or delete) an “ACCESS POINTS” registration OUT MONITORING SET Click “Access Point”. To change “OUT MONITORING SET” Click “Outside Monitor Setting”. Click on a registered access point. After changes are made, click “REG.”. After changes are made, click “REG.”. Click “DELETE”...
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Using Wi-Fi Wi-Fi DIRECT SETTING Mail Setting To change “Wi-Fi DIRECT SETTING” To change “SENDER'S EMAIL” settings Click “Wi-Fi Direct Setting”. Click“Mail Setting”. After changes are made, click “REG.”. Click “SENDER'S EMAIL”. Click “DELETE” on this screen to delete the registered access point. Enter the necessary information, and click “REG.”.
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Using Wi-Fi To add a “RECIPIENT'S EMAIL” To change or delete a “RECIPIENT'S EMAIL” Click“Mail Setting”. Click“Mail Setting”. Click “RECIPIENT'S EMAIL”. Click “RECIPIENT'S EMAIL”. Click “ADD”. Click on the mail address you want to change. Enter the mail address, and click “REG.”. After changes are made, click “REG.”.
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Using Wi-Fi To change “VIDEO MAIL ATTN.” settings To change “DETECT/MAIL SETTING” Click“Mail Setting”. Click“Mail Setting”. Click “VIDEO MAIL ATTN.”. Click “DETECT/MAIL SETTING”. After changes are made, click “REG.”. After changes are made, click “REG.”. Click “OK”. Click “OK”.
Using Wi-Fi Troubleshooting Direct Monitoring Trouble Action Unable to connect to camera. Check whether the Wi-Fi connection is established successfully. (URL required) Check whether Wi-Fi is connected to “DIRECT-**EVERIO”. Check whether the smartphone (or computer) is connected to the camera. Try again after powering off and on the camera and the terminal (smartphone or computer).
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Using Wi-Fi Unsure of password for the access point Refer to the instruction manual of the access point (wireless LAN router) in use. (wireless LAN router). Unable to connect via Wi-Fi Protected Setup Simple connection methods other than WPS are not supported. Conduct a search for the access point to (WPS).
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To set dynamic DNS, perform the following steps. 1. Obtain an account with JVC dynamic DNS service using your computer. (URL?) 2. Log in to JVC DNS and obtain the dynamic DNS service. (How?) 3. Set the obtained dynamic DNS username and password on the camera.
Using Wi-Fi E-mail (Notification Mail, Video Mail) Trouble Action Unable to send e-mails. Check that the settings of the e-mail server are correct. Check that the settings of the sender’s e-mail address are correct. Check that the username and password are correct. If you are using an e-mail service that is not from your provider, it may be necessary to change the SMTP settings.
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Using Wi-Fi When Using Web Browser Item Details Operating Environment Windows 7: Internet Explorer 9 or a later version, and Windows Media Player 12 or a later version are installed For Full HD, make use of a computer with the following system requirements. - CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2 GHz or higher - Memory: 2 GB or higher A network environment with the following line speed is recommended for both the camera sending the...
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 AP-V30M Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.
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Getting Started “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 68) When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available converter plug for the country or region of visit. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 74)
Getting Started Attaching the Core Filter Attach a core filter to the power cord of the AC adapter and the end of the USB cable that is connected to this unit. The core filter reduces interference when this unit is connected to other devices.
Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. Charge the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining Charging time: Approx. 3 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack) battery power is low.
Getting Started Grip Adjustment Rechargeable Batteries : When using the battery in a low temperature environment (10°C or below), the operating time may be shortened, or it may not function properly. When using this unit outdoors in the winter weather, warm the battery, such as by placing it in the pocket, before attaching it.
Getting Started Inserting an SD Card 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. Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. “Types of Usable SD Card”...
Getting Started Class 4 and Class 6 are guaranteed to have a minimum transfer rate of 4 Using the Touch Screen MB/s and 6 MB/s respectively during reading or writing of data. You can also use a Class 10 compliant SDHC/SDXC card. Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the touch screen according to the mode in use.
Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Playback Screen (Video) The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens. Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) Video/Still Image Mode Button 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. Tap “MENU”. When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “3” and “2” will be displayed. Tap 3 or 2 to adjust the year, month, day, hour, and minute. When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU”...
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”. When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears.
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”...
Getting Started Optional Accessories Setting Daylight Saving Time When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack. set 1 hour ahead. Tap “MENU”. Product Name Description Battery Pack...
Recording Memo : Taking Videos in Auto Mode Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode. Intelligent Auto mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted Caution : automatically to suit the shooting conditions.
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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. Records with minimal noise in the overall image. Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image.
The still images captured during video recording are saved to the other recording media for storage. destination set in “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE”. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Memo : Memo : The size of the still image that is captured in the video mode is 1920 x Check the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting.
Recording Taking Still Images in Auto Mode Take a still image. You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Open the LCD monitor. PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured. Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
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Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto I Focus Lights up in green when focused. Display Icon Description J Aperture Value Displays the aperture value. Captures one’s skin beautifully. K Shutter Speed Displays the shutter speed. Allows people to be captured naturally. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.
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Recording Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Using the Silent Mode When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance. T appears when “SILENT MODE”...
Recording Manual Recording Zooming The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. You can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. manual mode.
Recording Shooting According to Scene (Subject) Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings. Select the Manual recording mode. For details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording Menu”. Memo : The manual settings are displayed only in the manual mode. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
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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. Tap E to focus on a distant subject. If E appears blinking, focus cannot be set any further. Tap p to focus on a near subject.
Recording Adjusting Brightness Adjust the brightness value. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. Select the Manual recording mode. Compensation range during video recording: -2.0 to +2.0 Compensation range during still image recording: -2.0 to +2.0 Tap 3 to increase the brightness. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen Tap 2 to decrease the brightness.
Recording Setting Shutter Speed Adjust the shutter speed. You can set the shutter speed to suit the type of subject. Select the Manual recording mode. Shutter speed can be set from 1/2 to 1/4000. Tap 3 to increase the shutter speed. Tap 2 to decrease the shutter speed.
Recording Setting Aperture Adjust the aperture. You can adjust the aperture to change the area of focus. Select the Manual recording mode. Aperture can be set from F1.2 to F5.6. If you want the background to be in focus as well (larger aperture value), tap 3.
Recording Setting White Balance You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Select the Manual recording mode. Tap 3 or 2 to move the cursor. Setting Details 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 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. 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. *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 Press again to stop. To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the “ANIMATION EFFECT” first.
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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 To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the Recording with Face Decorations “DECORATE FACE EFFECT” first. Detects faces and enables decorations such as sunglasses to be added. 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.
Recording Recording with Decorative Stamps Records videos with various decorative stamps. Open the LCD monitor. Tap I to scroll through the list of stamps. Tap M to change the size of stamps. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap on the screen to add a stamp.
Recording Recording with Personal Handwriting Records videos with your personal handwriting or drawing. Open the LCD monitor. You can select a color from white, gray, black, etc. Select P to tap and erase part of the line. Tap H to select the line color. Tap I to scroll through the list of colors.
Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF) “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. By registering the face of a person beforehand, you can enable tracking of the person even without specific selection during recording. This function is available for both videos and still images.
Recording The targeted subject (color) may also be tracked back again if it appears Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT) in the center of the screen within a specific time. “SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile.
Recording Tap L to exit the menu as the previous screen appears. Capturing Pets Automatically (PET SHOT) “PET SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of the face Point the camera toward the human subject. of a pet, such as dogs or cats. A still image is automatically captured when smiles are detected.
Recording A still image is automatically captured when faces of pets are Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected detected. 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.
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Recording When the tapped face disappears from the screen, the sub-window disappears too. When the face reappears on the screen., the sub- window is displayed again automatically. To exit “FACE SUB-WINDOW”, tap “L”. 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”, “HIGH SPEED RECORDING”, “DECORATE FACE EFFECT”, “STAMP”,...
Recording Registering Human Face Personal Point the camera toward the human subject. 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 Recording starts automatically. Using the smile % display as a Tap “OK” to complete the registration. reference, smile such that the value is as high as possible. You can edit registered face information in “EDIT”. A sound can be heard when recording is complete. “Editing the Registered Face Information”...
Recording Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Tap the desired setting. “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” allows you to set the items to display when faces are detected. This item is only displayed when “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 98) Open the LCD monitor.
Recording Editing the Registered Face Information Editing Registered Face Information You can change the name, priority level, and face information that are registered. Tap “MENU”. If you select “RECORD AGAIN”, proceed to step 6 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 103) ”. If you select “CHANGE NAME”, proceed to step 12 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information”...
Recording Reducing Camera Shake When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can be effectively reduced. Open the LCD monitor. A appears on the selected person. To remove A from a person, tap on the person again. Tap “SET”.
Recording Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording You can record videos in slow-motion by increasing the recording speed to emphasize the movements, and play back the slow-motion video smoothly. This is a handy function for checking movements, such as golf swings. Recording Speed 250 fps Image Size 720×576...
Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE Tap L to exit the menu. RECORDING) Tap J to return to the previous screen. Start 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.
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.
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Recording Recording starts automatically when the subject within the red frame moves. A red frame appears 2 seconds after the menu display disappears. For video recording, recording continues while there are still movements of the subject (changes in brightness) within the red frame.
Recording Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) The 10-second self-timer and Face Detection self-timer are convenient functions for taking group photos. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button. Memo : When shooting a photo using the self-timer function, use of a tripod is recommended.
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Recording Using the Face Detection 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 group photo. Open the LCD monitor and select the still image mode.
Recording To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the Recording Videos with Date and Time “DATE/TIME RECORDING” first. 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 You can change to the desired video quality by tapping on it from the remaining recording time display. You can check the remaining recording time on the built-in memory and SD card as well as the remaining battery power. Open the LCD monitor.
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Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Quality Built-in Memory 16 GB (GZ-VX755) 32 GB (GZ-VX775) 2 h 40 m 5 h 30 m 3 h 50 m 7 h 50 m 5 h 30 m 11 h 13 h 40 m 27 h 40 m 10 h 40 m 5 h 10 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. Display Description If the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
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- JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever. Reverse search (speed increases with each...
Playback Checking the Recording Date and Other Information Checking the Content of Videos Quickly (Digest Playback) You can see the recording information of the recorded videos. You can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback). This is useful for checking the content of the videos quickly. Open the LCD monitor.
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.
Playback Playing Back Still Images Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen During Index Screen Display (thumbnail display). Open the LCD monitor. Still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with the If the mode is A video, tap A on the recording screen to display the continuous shooting mode will be grouped together.
Playback During Still Image Playback Slideshow Playback Still images can be played back in a slideshow. Tap I during still image playback to start the slideshow. Display Description “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 121) Memo : A Video/Still Image Switches between video and still image Effects can be added to the transitions in slideshow playback.
Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Connecting to and Viewing on TV Date You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV varies with the type of TV and the connecting cable. Select the connector When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult that best suits your TV.
Playback Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cable the HDMI mini connector.
Playback Playing Back Playlists Connecting via the AV Connector By connecting the supplied AV cable to the AV connector, videos can be Plays back the playlists that you have created. played back on a TV. Open the LCD monitor. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. Connect to a TV.
Playback “Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p. 134) Playing Back a DVD or Blu-ray Disc Created on this Unit DVDs or Blu-ray discs created using the backup function on this unit can be played back on TV using an optional DVD writer (DVDs only) with playback function (CU-VD50) or a normal DVD or Blu-ray disc player.
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 Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 128) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 129) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.
Editing <Grouped Files> Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files Protects or releases protection of the selected files. Open the LCD monitor. Still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with the continuous shooting mode will be grouped together. Only the first recorded file is shown and the group is displayed with a green frame.
Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Playback Recording You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING”...
Editing Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING) Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location. Open the LCD monitor. Tap the media to store to. Check if the recording mode is A.
Editing Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube 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.
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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 For details on how to use the software, refer to the help file. Trouble with Uploading Videos :...
Editing Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos A list created by selecting your favorite videos from the recorded ones is called a playlist. By creating a playlist, you can play back only your favorite videos in the order you like. The original video file remains even when it is registered to a playlist.
Editing Creating Playlists by Date Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date. 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 Tap on the video of the date to add to playlist. You can change the content of a created playlist. However, the playlists created from Digest Playback cannot be changed. Open the LCD monitor. d appears on the selected video. Tap J to deselect.
Editing Deleting Playlists Delete the playlists that you have created. Open the LCD monitor. Tap on the video (upper row) to arrange in the playlist. 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.
Copying Creating Discs with a DVD Writer Tap “YES” to confirm the deletion. You can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using an optional DVD writer. Compatible DVD Writers Product Name Description DVD Writer Enables the images recorded on this unit to be CU-VD3 copied to a DVD without using a PC.
Copying Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3) Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50) Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit. Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. A Connect the USB cable provided with the DVD writer.
Copying Creating a Disc Copying All Files All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. Prepare a DVD writer. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never Insert a new disc into the DVD writer. been copied.
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Copying Copying Files by Date Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only) Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded. Select video or still image mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image).
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Copying Tap “CHECK” to check the content. Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only) When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups. When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates. Tap “EXECUTE”.
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Copying Copying Selected Playlists After arranging, tap “SAVE”. Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. Select video mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”. Tap “EXECUTE”. Tap on the media to copy. The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.
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Copying To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” Copying Selected Files (A p. 145) ”. Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. “Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 145) Select video or still image mode.
Copying While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations Playing Back with a DVD Writer apply for the still image mode. You can play back the DVDs created on this unit. Tap “EXECUTE”. Prepare a DVD writer. Insert the DVD to play back into the DVD writer.
Memo : When connecting to the BD writer(external Blu-ray drive), use a USB cable *The JVC external Blu-ray drive is known as “BD writer”. with Mini-A (Male) – B (Male) connectors. You can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using The USB cable provided with this unit cannot be used.
Copying “ALL SCENES” (video)/“ALL IMAGES” (still image): Creating a Disc All videos or still images in this unit are copied. “UNSAVED SCENES” (video)/“UNSAVED IMAGES” (still Creating a Disc image): Videos or still images that have never been copied are automatically Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) selected and copied.
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Copying To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a BD Writer Copying Files by Date (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 153) ”. Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which “Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 153) they were recorded.
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Copying You cannot select more than one recording date for copying. To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a BD Writer To copy files from multiple recording dates, it is recommended to copy by (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 153) ”. creating a playlist.
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Copying Copying Selected Playlists Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. Select video mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”. Repeat steps 5-6 and arrange the playlists. To change the position of a playlist (lower row), select the insertion point with E/F after step 5 and tap “ADD”.
Copying Copying Selected Files Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. Select video or still image mode. Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image). Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.
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Copying To remove the check mark, tap on the file again. Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Tap “CHECK” to check the file. Special files cannot be copied either. After checking, tap J. All DVDs will be finalized automatically.
Copying Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) Recorder You can play back the Blu-ray discs created on this unit. Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit using a USB cable.
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.
Copying Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive Memo : You can copy video and still image files to a USB external hard disk drive When connecting to the external hard disk drive, use a USB cable with from this unit.
Copying Copying All Files Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed. All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never been copied. Select video or still image mode. Tap “BACK UP”.
Copying Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive Deleting Folders in the USB External Hard Disk Drive Videos or still images saved in an external hard disk drive can be played Files that are copied to the external hard disk drive can be deleted. back on this unit.
Copying Formatting the USB External Hard Disk Drive Importing Files from the USB External Hard Disk Drive All files on the external hard disk drive can be deleted. You can copy video files from a USB external hard disk drive to the built-in memory of this unit or an SD card.
Copying Copying Files to an SD Card You can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Copying still images to cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing). Caution : Make sure that there is enough space left in the destination medium.
Copying Moving Files to an SD Card You can move videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Files that are moved will be deleted from the built-in memory. Moving still images to SD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).
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Copying Tap “SET”. “SET” is deactivated when no file is selected. Tap “YES”. Moving of files starts. After moving, tap “OK”.
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 You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform simple editing using the provided software. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. Windows XP Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide.
Other Countries in Europe (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/ Delete unwanted videos before making backup. It takes time to back up many videos. Tap “BACK UP”. “Deleting Unwanted Files” (A p. 127) Tap L to exit the menu.
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.
Other Countries in Europe Set the title of the top menu of the disc. (English/German/French/Spanish): +44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Click “Settings” to select the menu background. After setting, click “Start”. After copying is complete, click “OK”.
*To create DVD-Video discs, it is necessary to install the additional software. Tap “CONNECT TO PC”. 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.
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Copying Disconnecting this Unit from Computer Click “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media”. Click “Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device”. (For Windows Vista) Click “OK”. Disconnect the USB cable and close the LCD monitor.
Copying List of Files and Folders Folders and files are created in the built-in memory and SD card as shown below. They are created only when necessary. Caution : When the folders or files are deleted/moved/renamed in the computer, they cannot be played back on this unit anymore.
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. 91) *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)”...
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Menu Settings Setting Details SEAMLESS RECORDING Continues recording on the SD card without stopping when the remaining space on the built-in memory runs out. “ SEAMLESS RECORDING ” (A p. 181) x.v.Color Captures the true colors. (Use an x.v.Color compatible TV for playback.) “...
Menu Settings INFO. LIGHT You can check the remaining recording time on the built-in memory and SD Turns on/off the light. card. Operating Details Setting Details “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 115) Does not light up. SCENE SELECT AUTO Lights up automatically when the surrounding is dark.
Menu Settings GAIN UP WIND CUT Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark Reduces the noise caused by wind. places. Setting Details Setting Details Deactivates the function. Deactivates the function. Activates the function. Electrically brightens the scene when it is dark. Displaying the Item AUTO SLOW- Slows down the shutter speed to brighten the...
Menu Settings ANIMATION EFFECT SHUTTER MODE Records videos with animation effects. Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Operating Details “Recording with Animation Effects” (A p. 92) Setting Details RECORD ONE Records one still image. DECORATE FACE EFFECT SHOT Detects faces and enables decorations such as sunglasses to be added. CONTINUOUS Records still images continuously while the Operating Details...
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. 99) Setting Details Enables recording in the best picture quality. SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Applies to Blu-ray discs only.
Menu Settings ZOOM Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Setting Details 10x/OPTICAL Enables recording with 1 - 10x optical zoom. Set this when digital zoom is not desired. 18(17)x/DYNAMIC Enables zooming up to 18x when the image stabilizer is set to the normal mode or turned off. Enables zooming up to 17x when the image stabilizer is set to the AIS mode.
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 runs out. (Use an x.v.Color compatible TV for playback.) Setting Details Setting Details Does not switch recording media automatically. Captures colors with the same standard as TV broadcasting.
Menu Settings ZOOM MIC Sets the zoom microphone. Setting Details Deactivates the zoom microphone. Records audio sounds in the same direction as the zoom operation. Displaying the Item Open the LCD monitor. Check if the recording mode is A. Tap “MENU”. The shortcut menu appears.
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”.
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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. 91) *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 LIGHT Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. Turns on/off the light. Operating Details “Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” (A p. 83) Setting Details Does not light up. FOCUS AUTO Lights up automatically when the surrounding is dark. Focus can be adjusted manually.
Menu Settings SELF-TIMER AUTO REC Use this when taking a group photo. Starts recording automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s Operating Details movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor. “Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)” (A p. 112) Operating Details “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)”...
Menu Settings SHUTTER MODE CONT. SHOOTING SPEED Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Sets the speed for continuous shooting. Setting Details Setting Details RECORD ONE Records one still image. HIGH SPEED Shoots up to 40 still images continuously in the SHOT still image mode in about 2.7 second.
Menu Settings SMILE SHOT IMAGE SIZE Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. Sets the image size (number of pixels) for still images. Operating Details “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 99) Setting Details 1920X1080(2M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 16:9. SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 aspect Sets the items to display when faces are detected.
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. The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Tap “MENU”.
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Menu Settings Setting Details PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 128) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 129) COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. “Copying Files to an SD Card”...
Menu Settings FILE INFORMATION DISPLAY DATE/TIME You can display the recording date and duration of the selected file. Sets whether to display the recording date and time during video playback. Operating Details “Checking the Recording Date and Other Information” (A p. 119) Setting Details Does not display the date and time during...
Menu Settings DIGEST PLAYBACK K2 TECHNOLOGY Plays back a digest of the recorded videos. Reproduces small or high-pitched sounds that cannot be recorded during Operating Details recording, and plays back with a sound quality close to the original. “Checking the Content of Videos Quickly (Digest Playback)” (A p. 119) Setting Details PLAYBACK PLAYLIST...
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. The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS PROTECT/CANCEL Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback. Protects files from being deleted accidently. Operating Details “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” Setting Details (A p. 128) SLIDE Switches the screen by sliding in from right to left. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files”...
Menu Settings Common Menu Tap “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. 201) DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. “ DISPLAY ON TV ” (A p. 202) 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. 71) Setting Details “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 74) AUTO Sets the brightness automatically to “4”...
Menu Settings REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE 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. MEMORY MEMORY SD CARD...
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. 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 BUILT-IN MEM. FORMAT SD CARD Deletes all files on the built-in memory. Deletes all files on the SD card. Setting Details Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the built-in memory. FILE Deletes all files on the SD card. FILE + Deletes all files on the built-in memory and resets FILE +...
Menu Settings ERASE ALL DATA Execute this process when disposing of this unit or passing it to another person. Tap “MENU”. When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears. Tap “Q”. Tap “ERASE ALL DATA”. Tap “YES”.
Names of Parts Front Rear DC Connector Connects to an AC adapter to charge the battery. AV Connector SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording) Button Connects to the AV connector of a TV, etc. Takes a still image. HDMI Mini Connector Zoom/Volume Lever Connects to TV using an HDMI mini cable.
Names of Parts Bottom Interior Speaker Outputs audio sound during video playback. a (Image Stabilizer) Button The setting of image stabilizer changes with every press during video recording. “Reducing Camera Shake” (A p. 107) M (Power) Button Press and hold to turn the power on/off while the LCD monitor is opened.
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. 69) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 70) 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 Video Mode TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF “Operation Buttons for Video Recording” (A p. 77) “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 98) Video Quality Backlight Compensation “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 179) “Setting Backlight Compensation”...
Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback Video Mode “Operation Buttons for Video Recording” (A p. 77) Still Image Mode Video Quality “Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording” (A p. 81) “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 179) Image Size Operation Indicator “...
Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Playback When the unit is not working properly Turning Off the Power Close the LCD monitor. Still Image Mode Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them, “Taking Still Images in Auto Mode” (A p. 79) 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. 85) 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. 68) scenes.
Troubleshooting “Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” (A p. 124) Editing/Copying Unable to delete file. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files” (A p. 128) Unable to copy/move files to SD card. If the SD card is write protected, set it to off.
Troubleshooting Computer Screen/Image Unable to copy files to the computer’s HDD. The LCD monitor is difficult to see. If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 is not installed, some The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under functions may not work properly.
- It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. PLAYBACK FAILED - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Remove and re-insert the SD card. “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 68) Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.
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Troubleshooting UNSUPPORTED SCENE! PROCESSING CANCELLED DUE TO LIMITED SPACE FOR OPERATION Use files recorded with this unit. (Files recorded with other devices may not be playable.) Reduce the number of videos to add to the playlist to 999 files. “Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p. 134) UNSUPPORTED FILE! NO FILES Use files recorded with this unit.
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.
Specifications Camera Item Details Item Details Lowest illumination 1 lux Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V 1 lux (SCENE SELECT: NIGHTALIVE) Using battery pack: DC 3.7 V Flash Recommended shooting distance: Within 1.4 m Power consumption 2.9 W (when “LIGHT” is set to “OFF” and “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS”...
Specifications Connectors AC Adapter (AP-V30M) Item Details Item Details HDMI output HDMI Mini Connector (x.v.Color compatible) Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz connector Output DC 5.2 V, 1.8 A Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω AV output Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C...