JVC GC-QX3HD Instructions Manual

JVC GC-QX3HD Instructions Manual

Jvc digital still camera instructions
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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
GC-QX3HD/
GC-QX5HD
INSTRUCTIONS
STILL CAMERA
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which is located on the bottom of
cabinet. Retain this information for
future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
ENGLISH
LYT0668-001C

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA GC-QX3HD/ GC-QX5HD INSTRUCTIONS STILL CAMERA For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. LYT0668-001C ENGLISH...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the Digital Still Camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new Digital Still Camera. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( pg.
  • Page 3: Important Product Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful func- tions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
  • Page 4 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: •Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. •Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
  • Page 5: Quick Start

    QUICK START DC input connector Memory card cover Connect the Camera to a Power Outlet. ( pg. 20) Open the connector cover on the rear of the camera. Connect the DC cord to the DC input connector. Connect the DC cord to the DC input connector on the AC adapter.
  • Page 6 Shutter button Lock button Power dial Shoot a Picture. ( pg. 30) Turn the Power dial to “A” (full auto mode). •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial. Point the lens at the subject, position yourself, and half-press the Shutter button. •Look through the finder.
  • Page 7: Major Features

    Copyrights You may only use material that you photograph or record with this digital camera for your own personal use, and not in any way that infringes on the copyrights of a third party. (Note that some performances and exhibits have restrictions against...
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS QUICK START MAJOR FEATURES CONTENTS CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS GETTING STARTED Charging the Battery ... 18 Installing a Charged Battery ... 19 Connecting the Camera to a Power Outlet ... 20 Attaching the Hand strap ... 21 Attaching the Lens Cover ... 21 Inserting the Memory Card ...
  • Page 9 WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) PROVIDED ACCESSORIES Battery BN-V37 AC power adapter/ charger (AA-V37) Memory card (3.3V type) (GC-QX5HD: 16 MB, CD-ROM GC-QX3HD: 8 MB) ® ® Film holder/Film copying adapter (GC-QX5HD only) HD video cable DC cable USB cable Video cable...
  • Page 10: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS Front View Top View...
  • Page 11: Front View

    Front View 1 Flash ... Use the flash when shooting in dark conditions. 2 Flash sensor This sensor is needed for adjusting the brightness when using the flash. 3 Self timer lamp ... Blinks when the self timer is running. 4 Zoom lens ...
  • Page 12 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS (cont.) Rear View Bottom View...
  • Page 13: Rear View

    Rear View 1 Viewfinder Look through here when framing and focusing your shot. 2 DISPLAY button ... Press this button to turn the LCD screen on and off, and to select the menu display in camera mode and the index display in playback mode.
  • Page 14: Lcd Panel

    CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS (cont.) LCD Panel 1 Indicator of initial settings having been changed This indicator is displayed if the initial settings have been changed. 2 Mode display Displays the current mode. 3 Remaining battery power indicator This bar graph gives a rough indication of how much battery power is remaining.
  • Page 15 On-screen Display During Shooting 2 0 0 0 . D E C . 2 4 During Shooting 1 Flash indicator Appears when the flash button has been pressed and a mode that generates a flash (auto, forced on, or red-eye prevention) has been set.
  • Page 16: Menu Screens

    CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS (cont.) Menu Screens SET UP Menu Screen Turn the Power dial to “SET” to display the SET UP screen. SET UP POWER SAVE BEEP No. RESET FORMAT DATE/TIME CAMERA SETTING Menu Screen Turn the Power dial to “M”, then press the DISPLAY button until the CAMERA SETTING screen appears. To turn off the menu screen, press the DISPLAY button.
  • Page 17 Playback Menu Screens Turn the Power dial to “B” (playback), and then select each mode with the MODE switch. The selected mode appears on the LCD screen. STILL DELETE STILL DELETE THIS PICT. SELECT pg. 56) VIDEO PLAY pg. 52) EDIT EDIT EFFECT...
  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Charging the Battery Charge the battery with the AC adapter (provided). Power outlet Power lamp Charging lamp Connect the AC adapter's power cord to a power outlet. •The “Power” lamp lights. Install the battery. •The “Charging” lamp lights. •Charging is complete when the “Charging” lamp turns off and the “Finish”...
  • Page 19: Installing A Charged Battery

    Installing a Charged Battery The battery (provided) is not charged when the camera is purchased. Be sure to charge the battery with the AC adapter before using the camera. Battery cover Slide the battery cover slightly to open. Insert a charged battery, making sure that it is oriented correctly.
  • Page 20: Connecting The Camera To A Power Outlet

    Connecting the Camera to a Power Outlet The AC adapter (provided) is useful when shooting photos indoors for an extended period of time. The adapter can also be used overseas if you use a conversion plug. DC input connector Open the connector cover on the rear of the camera.
  • Page 21: Attaching The Hand Strap

    Attaching the Hand strap Pass one end of the hand strap through the mounting hole. Pass the other end through the loop. Attaching the Lens Cover Pass one end of the strap through the mounting hole on the lens cover. Pass the other end through the loop.
  • Page 22: Inserting The Memory Card

    Inserting the Memory Card Make sure to turn the Power dial to “OFF”, when inserting a Memory card. Memory card is not loaded in the camera, when purchasing the camera. Open the Memory card cover. •Slide the knob towards “OPEN”. Insert the Memory card.
  • Page 23: Formatting A Memory Card

    Formatting a Memory Card If your Memory card has not been formatted, it must be formatted before it can be used. When a Memory card is formatted, all pictures in the card will be lost. POWER SAVE BEEP No. RESET FORMAT DATE/TIME Make sure to use the provided AC adapter (AA-...
  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    Viewfinder This camera is equipped with an optical viewfinder. Normal Shooting To focus, point the camera so that the subject appears within the finder, and then press the shutter button. Macro Shooting When shooting close-up, make sure the subject being photographed is within the frame inside the finder (indicated with diagonal lines).
  • Page 25: Good Photography Posture

    Good Photography Posture With your left hand firmly supporting the camera to the left of and below the lens, support the camera body with your right hand. Next, look for your subject and determine the camera position. You can change the angle of the subject and the background by changing the direction in which you point the camera.
  • Page 26: Selecting The Shooting Mode

    Selecting the Shooting Mode The Power dial is used to switch among three shooting modes: “A”, “M” and “V”. LCD panel C A M A U T O Mode display A: CAM AUTO M: MANUAL V: VIDEO Select the shooting mode with the Power dial. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 27: Zoom Shooting

    Zoom Shooting The camera incorporates a 2.3X zooming function that corresponds to a 37 mm to 86 mm lens of a 35 mm camera. Zooming allows you to shoot wide areas, as well as close-ups of subjects located far away, without changing the shooting position.
  • Page 28: Selecting The Picture Size

    Selecting the Picture Size There are three picture sizes, starting with the highest resolution: 2032 x 1536 (QXGA) 1024 x 768 (XGA) 640 x 480 (VGA) Select the resolution that best fits your needs. Turn the Power dial to “A”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 29: Selecting The Picture Quality

    Selecting the Picture Quality You can select the picture quality according to the purpose for which you want to use the picture. There are three levels of picture quality, starting from the highest quality: NO COMP. (uncompressed) FINE (fine) STANDARD (standard) Turn the Power dial to “A”.
  • Page 30: Full Auto Shooting

    Full Auto Shooting This mode allows you to take photos with little effort, since the camera automatically adjusts the focus, the shutter speed, the brightness and the white balance. Shoot standby lamp (green) Turn the Power dial to “A”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 31: Playing Back Still Pictures

    Playing Back Still Pictures Each picture that you shoot is numbered and saved. You can then view these saved pictures in sequence, one by one. Normal Playback Turn the Power dial to “B”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 32: Self Timer

    Self Timer The self timer clicks the shutter automatically after either 1 second or 8 seconds after the timer has been set. Use the self timer to take your own picture, or if you are worried that you will shake the camera too much when you press the Shutter button.
  • Page 33: Flash Shooting

    Flash Shooting There are four flash modes: Auto : This setting automatically flashes when shooting under dark conditions. Forced on : Select this setting to force the flash. Red-eye prevention : Select this setting to minimize the “red-eye” effect that occurs when using the flash.
  • Page 34: Manual Shooting

    Manual Focus You can focus to the subject manually. Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial. Press the FOCUS button, and then press the w e button within 3 seconds. •Press the w e button repeatedly to cycle through the following modes: AF-S (Auto Focus-Single): When the Shutter button is half-pressed,...
  • Page 35: Iris Setting

    Iris Setting You can adjust the depth of field and the shutter speed by setting the F value manually. Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial. Press the IRIS button, and then press the w e button within 3 seconds.
  • Page 36: Macro Shooting

    Macro Shooting Use Macro mode to shoot a subject at a distance of 2 to 50 cm. This mode is appropriate for a close-up shot of insects and plants outdoor. Turn the Power dial to “A”, “M” or “V”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 37: Exposure Control

    Exposure Control If the subject is predominantly white, black, red, etc., the resulting picture may be underexposed (too dark). In such a case, it is necessary to use the exposure control to restore the picture to a more realistic image. With this camera, you can make this adjustment by up to +/–2 iris steps in units of 0.5EV (exposure value).
  • Page 38: White Balance Adjustment

    White Balance Adjustment The white balance adjustment needs to be made when a picture is greenish, or when there is blue or red ghosting around an image. If there are no problems with the colors in a picture, select “AUTO”. Turn the Power dial to “M”.
  • Page 39: Manual White Balance Adjustment

    Manual White Balance Adjustment If you cannot achieve natural looking colors even after selecting the preset options (“ or “AUTO”) for the white balance adjustment, follow the procedure described below to adjust the white balance manually. CAMERA SETTING FRAME QUALITY Q.
  • Page 40: Sensitivity Setting

    Sensitivity Setting You can change the camera's sensitivity setting when shooting at dark place or where you can not use the flash. Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial. Select “MANUAL” with the MODE switch. •“MANUAL”...
  • Page 41: Changing The Zoom Power While Shooting

    Changing the Zoom Power While Shooting Depending on the image size, it is possible to enlarge a subject without sacrificing the current image quality. Because the zoom power cannot be changed in some instances if the image is large, reduce the image size pg.
  • Page 42: Shooting Continuous Photos (Gc-Qx5Hd Only)

    Shooting Continuous Photos (GC-QX5HD only) With this mode you can shoot 3 continuous photos. Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial. Select “MANUAL” with the MODE switch. •“MANUAL” appears on the LCD panel. Press the DISPLAY button until the CAMERA SETTING screen appears.
  • Page 43: Changing The Af/Ae Area

    Changing the AF/AE Area Normally, in this camera this setting is “MULTI” in order to prevent the subject from being out of focus while the background is in focus. If the camera does not focus on the point that you want it to, change this setting to “SPOT”.
  • Page 44: Restoring The Default Settings

    Restoring the Default Settings Perform the procedures described below to return the camera settings to the default settings. The settings on the SET UP screen does not return to the default settings. Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 45: Collage Mode (Gc-Qx5Hd Only)

    Collage Mode (GC-QX5HD only) This camera is able to combine images. For example, you can combine an existing picture (as background) with a picture of a person standing in front of a white wall, etc. COLLAGE Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 46: Pro-Still (Pixel Shift Mode) (Gc-Qx5Hd Only)

    6M Pro-Still (Pixel Shift Mode) (GC-QX5HD only) The camera can achieve double its normal resolution by taking two pictures consecutively, shifting the CCD pixels one pixel row in the vertical direction between the two shots. This mode uses the self timer to shoot a still picture. Use a tripod to prevent problems caused by shaky hands.
  • Page 47: Dr Pro-Still (Wide Range Mode) (Gc-Qx5Hd Only)

    DR Pro-Still (Wide Range Mode) (GC-QX5HD only) The camera can expand its apparent dynamic range by combining different exposures of an extremely high contrast subject. This mode uses the self timer to shoot a still picture. Use a tripod to prevent problems caused by shaky hands.
  • Page 48: Nr Pro-Still (Noise Reduction Mode)

    NR Pro-Still (Noise Reduction Mode) This mode reduces electronic noise in a photograph by layering several copies of the same image. This mode is ideal for shooting works of art in dark surroundings. This mode uses the self timer to shoot a still picture. Use a tripod to prevent problems caused by shaky hands.
  • Page 49: Installing The Film Copying Adapter (Gc-Qx5Hd Only)

    Installing the Film Copying Adapter (GC-QX5HD only) By installing the provided film copying adapter, you can take photos of images from developed 35mm film (negatives or positives; only those with sleeves). Turn off the camera before installing the film copying adapter. For details on shooting film, refer to page 50. Grasp knobs and open.
  • Page 50: Shooting Film (Film Copy Mode) (Gc-Qx5Hd Only)

    Shooting Film (Film Copy Mode) (GC-QX5HD only) You can use the film copying adapter (provided; see page 49) to take photos of images already on film. Turn the Power dial to “M”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 51 Press the r t button to select “W. BALANCE” and press the w e button to select either “AUTO” or “MWB”. Making calibration settings •For negative film Set the provided blue film on top of an unexposed (all brown) part of the negative and load into the film holder.
  • Page 52: Video Shooting

    Video Shooting The camera can record a maximum of 20 seconds of video. The size of the recorded video file is approxi- mately 200 KB. This feature is useful if you want to send a short video by e-mail. Turn the Power dial to “V”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 53: Playback

    When playing back a video that is shorter than 2 seconds, the video is displayed as a still image. This not a malfunction. To hear the sound, use the Video Player or JVC Video Decoder. ( reproduced on the camera itself.
  • Page 54: Display Mode During Playback

    Display Mode during Playback To change the display mode during playback, press the DISPLAY button. Press the DISPLAY button repeatedly to cycle through the following modes: • Full size screen (with on-screen display) • Full size screen (without on-screen display) •...
  • Page 55: Protecting Pictures

    Protecting Pictures You can set protection for important pictures and video files. This features prevents you from accidentally deleting these important pictures and video files. STILL PROTECT THIS PICT. SELECT Turn the Power dial to “B”. •Hold down the Lock button while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 56: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures There are three methods for deleting pictures: deleting the displayed picture, deleting all pictures, and deleting a selected picture. Video files can be deleted in the same way. STILL DELETE THIS PICT. SELECT Turn the Power dial to “B”. •Hold down the Lock button while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 57: Adding Special Effects

    Adding Special Effects You can add digital special effects to playback pictures. You can make pictures black and white or sepia tone, or you can use the camera as a simple film scanner. THIS PICT. Turn the Power dial to “B”. •Hold the Lock button down while turning the Power dial.
  • Page 58 EDIT EFFECT DATE NEXT RETURN Press the w e button to select “OFF”, “B/W”, “SEPIA”, or “NEGA/POSI”. •Press the w e button repeatedly to cycle through the following modes: OFF: No special effects. B/W: Converts a picture from color to black and white.
  • Page 59: Inputting The Date

    Inputting the Date You can display the date when playing back or printing pictures on the optional printer. EDIT EFFECT DATE NEXT RETURN Perform steps 1 – 3 on the page 57 before the following procedures. Press the r t button to select “DATE”, and then press the w e button to select “ON”.
  • Page 60: Inputting The Calendar

    Inputting the Calendar You can display the calendar when playing back or printing pictures on the optional printer. 1–7 EDIT EFFECT DATE CALENDAR NEXT RETURN Perform steps 1 – 3 on the page 57 before the following procedures. Press the r t button to select “DATE”, and then press the w e button to select “CALEN- DAR”.
  • Page 61: Connecting The Camera To A Tv Or Hdtv

    Connecting the Camera to a TV or HDTV You can view the photographed still pictures on TV or HDTV. HDTV To video input connector Green Blue HD video cable (Provided) NOTES: Refer to page 31 for operations of the camera. Select “HDTV”...
  • Page 62: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer If you connect the camera to an optional printer (GV-SP2), you can easily print a picture taken by this camera. Printer (GV-SP2) To input connector Optional printer cable for GV-SP2 Power outlet Power lamp NOTES: Refer to the printer's instruction manual for connections and operations of your printer.
  • Page 63: Printing A Picture

    Printing a Picture If you have a JVC printer (GV-SP2), you can print a picture with (or without) a white frame. It is also possible to print multiple copies of the same photo. You can also use stickers in combination with the function that prints 16 thumbnail images to create your own photo stickers.
  • Page 64 EDIT EFFECT DATE NEXT RETURN Press the r t button to select “NEXT”, and then press the EXE button. •The FILE screen will appear. Press the r t button to select “PRINT”, and then press the EXE button. •The PRINTER OUTPUT screen appears. Press the r t button to select “SHEETS”, and then press the w e button to set the number of copies.
  • Page 65: Printing By Dpof Setting

    Printing by DPOF Setting If you have a JVC printer (GV-SP2), and have made the DPOF* setting for your photos, you can print your photos in the following ways: You can print one copy of all pictures. You can set and print the different number of copies for each picture.
  • Page 66 DPOF SET UP Press the w e button to select a picture, and press the r t button to enter the number of copies, and then press the EXE button. •The DPOF PRINT screen appears. Press the r t button to select “FRAME OFF” or “FRAME ON”, and then press the EXE button.
  • Page 67: Changing Settings In The Set Up Menu

    SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS Changing Settings in the SET UP Menu You can change the system settings according to your photography needs. For example, you can turn the beep sound off, or you can change the frame size for better picture quality. Turn the Power dial to “SET”.
  • Page 68 SET UP Menu Item Contents POWER SAVE The LCD panel and LCD screen are turned off during the power save mode. To reactivate the camera, press the DISPLAY button. 1 min.: 3 min.: • After 10 more minutes has elapsed, the camera shuts off the power BEEP You can adjust the tone of the warning beep.
  • Page 69: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time This procedure sets the camera’s internal clock. Use this procedure to reset the time and date if you take the camera overseas, or if the clock otherwise needs to be reset. SET UP POWER SAVE BEEP No.
  • Page 70 SOFTWARE SECTION You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our World Wide Web Server. http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html USB Driver (for Windows ® /Macintosh ® Video Player (for Windows ® JVC Video Decoder (for Macintosh ®...
  • Page 71: Software Section For Windows

    SOFTWARE SECTION FOR Windows Operating Environment The host computer that runs the Windows operating environment must satisfy the following conditions. USB Driver ® ® 1. Microsoft Windows 98/Windows Edition, Full version (Not Upgrade)/Windows 2000 Professional (Not Upgrade) 2. Available USB port 3.
  • Page 72: Installing The Usb Driver

    SOFTWARE SECTION FOR Windows Installing the USB Driver For details on the basic operation of Windows instruction manual provided with your computer or Windows Windows displayed on the right are examples of Windows Preparation Start Windows ® If you are running other software, close that software. (Make sure that there are no other application icons open on the task bar.) Turn the Power dial to “B”.
  • Page 73 Installing the Video Player For details on the basic operation of Windows instruction manual provided with your computer or Win- dows ® Preparation Start Windows ® If you are running other software, close that software. (Make sure that there are no other application icons open on the task bar.) Load the provided CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 74 NOTE: To open the video file which is sent by e-mail, you need a Video Player to expand the com- pressed file. You can also download the Video Player at our website. (http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/download/ index-e.html) ® pg. 22) pg. 55) (cont.)
  • Page 75: Basic Playback

    Basic Playback There are several different methods for playing back a video on the Video Player, depending on how you load the file. Preparation Start Windows ® Send the video file that you want to play back to the computer. ( pg.
  • Page 76 SOFTWARE SECTION FOR Windows Easy Playback You can start playback easily by double clicking on the icon of a video file. Preparation ® Start Windows Send the video file that you want to play back to the computer. ( pg. 74) Double clicking on the icon of a video file.
  • Page 77: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software When you don't need to use the Video Player, uninstall the program. Preparation Start Windows ® If you are running other software, close that software. (Make sure that there are no other application icons open on the task bar.) Click the “Start”...
  • Page 78: Usb Connection

    1. USB-compatible computer (iMac™, iBook™, Power Mac™ G3/G4, Power Book™ G3, etc.) 2. Mac OS 8.5.1/Mac OS 8.6/Mac OS 9.0 JVC Video Decoder 1. Power PC 603e/120MHz or faster 2. Mac OS 7.6.1 or later 3. QuickTime 3.0 or later 4.
  • Page 79 Double click on the loaded CD-ROM icon. Double click on “Driver” folder. Drag the “JVC USB-Storage Driver” and “JVC USB-Storage Shim (E)” icons to the “System Folder”, then drop the icon there. Click the “OK” button when the dialog box appears.
  • Page 80 Load the provided CD-ROM to the CD-ROM drive. Double click on the loaded CD-ROM icon. Drag the “JVC Video Decoder” icon to the “System Folder”, then drop the icon there. Click the “OK” button when the dialog box appears.
  • Page 81 NOTE: To open the video file which is sent by e-mail, you need a JVC Video Decoder to expand the compressed file. You can also download the JVC Video Decoder at our website. (http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/download/ index-e.html)
  • Page 82 QuickTime Player (or Movie Player), depending on how you load the file. Preparation Start Macintosh ® Make sure that you installed the JVC Video Decoder in advance. ( pg. 80) Send the video file that you want to play back to the computer. ( pg.
  • Page 83 You can start playback easily by double clicking on the icon of a video file. Preparation Start Macintosh ® Make sure that you installed the JVC Video Decoder in advance. ( pg. 80) Send the video file that you want to play back to the computer. ( pg.
  • Page 84 SOFTWARE SECTION FOR Macintosh Uninstalling the Software When you don't need to use the JVC Video Decoder, uninstall the program. Preparation ® Start Macintosh If you are running other software, close that software. Double click the “System Folder” icon. •The System Folder opens.
  • Page 85 Mr. Photo Gold: Presto! Mr. Photo For Windows and Macintosh Presto! PhotoAlbum For Windows and Macintosh Presto! ImageFolio For Windows * Please consult your nearest NewSoft service center for technical support. (see next page) Copyright © 1997-1999, NewSoft Technology Corp. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 86: Technical Support

    NewSoft international service centre: U.S.A: 4113 Clipper Court, Fremont, CA 94538, USA Tel: 1-510-445-8600 Fax: 1-510-445-8601 Technical Support Hot Line: 1-510-445-8616 E-mail: tech@newsoftinc.com http://www.newsoftinc.com Taiwan: 3F, No.19-3, Sanchong Rd., Nankang, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel: 886-2-2655-1234 Fax: 886-2-2655-1100 Technical Support Hot Line: 886-2-2655-1201 E-mail: support@newsoft.com.tw http://www.newsoft.com.tw Japan:...
  • Page 87 ● Print stickers, labels, and photo catalogues. System Requirements For Windows ● Digital Camera plus digital camera software. ● Scanner, if you intend to scan photos. ● A PC with at least a 486 microprocessor (a Pentium processor is recommended) and 16 MB RAM.
  • Page 88 Presto! PhotoAlbum helps you create electronic photo albums that keep your memo- ries alive forever. Just drag-and-drop photos, frames, clip art, textures, and special effects. You can also personalize your albums with voice-overs and sound effects, then produce album slide shows to post to the Internet or send completed albums by e-mail.
  • Page 89 Features Image Input ● Captures images from flatbed/hand scanner, digital camera, capture box, etc. ● Auto & Semi-auto image stitching for inputting large-sized images. ● Loading/saving images with various popular file formats such as TIF, PCX, BMP, TGA, JPG, PCD, WMF, PNG, etc.
  • Page 90 ● Generating object shadows in selectable light directions with one touch. ● Elegant templates provided for easy applications of daily-life photo usage. ● Image fine-tuning functions to adjust brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, tone distribution (equalization) and so on. ● Multiple filters to produce special effects such as smooth, sharpen, edge detection, emboss and mosaic.
  • Page 91 Installing Mr. Photo, PhotoAlbum and ImageFolio For Windows: Follow the steps below to install Mr. Photo, PhotoAlbum and ImageFolio. 1. Insert the program CD into your CD-ROM drive. 2. Press the Start button and choose Run. 3. Type [drive]:\setup.exe and choose OK. The installation program will automati- cally detect the language being used in the version of Windows you are running.
  • Page 92: Trouble Shooting

    If this happens, disconnect the power source (battery, AC adapter, etc.) from the camera, and then resume using the camera. If this does not solve the problem, and taking the action described below also does not solve the problem, contact your nearest JVC dealer. SYMPTOM Power supply The power does not come on.
  • Page 93 SYMPTOM Others Cannot shoot photos even if the remaining photos counter shows number more than 0. The LCD screen is splotchy. There are small bright or dark points on the LCD screen. Cannot format a Memory card. Colored bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen when displaying the sun or a bright light source.
  • Page 94 Error Messages (for the camera) Error messages appear on the LCD screen. Messages MEMORY FULL SET DATE/TIME WRITE PROTECTION NO VALID IMAGE NO MEMORY CARD FORMAT MEMORY CARD NOW EDITING NOW RECORDING NOW DELETING PROTECTED NOW FORMATTING HDTV MODE TROUBLE SHOOTING (cont.) Contents The storage capacity of the Memory card has been reached.
  • Page 95 Error Messages (for the printer) Error messages appear on the LCD screen. For details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Messages CHECK INK CASSETTE REPLACE INK CASSETTE INK ERROR CHECK INK CASSETTE PRINT ERROR HAS OCCURRED PRINTING ABORTED NO PAPER PLEASE WAIT PRINTER IS NOT CONNECTED...
  • Page 96: Specifications

    : 7.5 mm to 17.5 mm (equivalent to 37mm to 86 mm on a 35 mm still camera) : 2.3X optical zoom lens : 160 pixels x 120 pixels, 20 seconds, JVC original format : Exif Ver. 2.1 (DCF compliant), TIFF (Uncompressed), DPOF-compatible : 80/160/320 (ISO compliant) : F2.8/3.8, 5.6, 8, 11...
  • Page 97 Self timer Photo quality Number of storable photos (with an 8MB Memory card, STANDARD/FINE/NO COMP.) Battery Printer connector VIDEO output connector Digital output connector AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V37 Power requirement U.S.A. and Canada Other countries Power consumption Output Charge Camera Operating temperature Dimensions Weight...
  • Page 98 Adding Special Effects ... 57 Attaching the Hand strap ... 21 Attaching the Lens Cover ... 21 BEEP ... 68 CAMERA SETTING Menu Screen ... 16 Changing the AF/AE Area ... 43 Charging the Battery ... 18 Collage Mode ... 45 Connecting the Camera to a Power Outlet ...
  • Page 99 AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. AC Power Adapter (Optional) 1. To prevent fire, electric shock or injury . . .
  • Page 100: Lcd Monitor

    Built-in Rechargeable Battery To store the date/time in memory, a rechargeable battery is integrated in the camera. As long as the camera is connected to an AC outlet using the AC power adapter, or the batteries installed in the camera continue to supply power to the camera, the built-in battery is always charged.
  • Page 101 Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GC-QX3HDU/ GC-QX5HDU...
  • Page 102 JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit.
  • Page 103 WHAT WE WILL DO: If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers.
  • Page 104 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0900MNV...

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