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GUIDEBOOK
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-HD10
E/EK
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this hard
disk camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained on pages 6 and 7 to ensure
safe use of this product.
EN
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 GUIDEBOOK HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-HD10 E/EK Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained on pages 6 and 7 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH...

  • Page 2: Charge The Battery Before Recording

    Close the LCD monitor after you finish recording. CAUTION • Charge the battery pack before use. (Z p. 16) • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed.
  • Page 3 Before recording, charge the battery and set the date/time. See the next page for recording videos. Preparation Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera Power Button Select [YES] within Set the date and time 10 seconds Select Select CLOCK ADJUST SET DATE/TIME! DATE...

  • Page 4: Start Recording

    Video recording Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. CAUTION • This camera records video in accordance with the AVCHD format. • Try recording with easy [AUTO] mode first. Select recording mode SELECT When recording PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button...
  • Page 5 Playing back Select playback mode SELECT PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button Select the desired file Index screen VIDEO SELECT SORT Press down the set lever Playback screen Press down the set lever to start playback, and press it again to stop To perform operations such as fast forwarding or fast rewinding (Z p.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) Caution on Replaceable lithium battery Connection to the mains supply in the United The battery used in this device may present a fire Kingdom. or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C equipment.
  • Page 7 Remember that this camera is intended for If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit private consumer use only. our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain Any commercial use without proper permission information about the take-back of the product.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents GETTING STARTED PLAYBACK Accessories ..........10 Playing Back Files ........28 Preparing the Remote Control ...... 11 Video Playback ..........28 Attaching the Core Filter to the DC cord ..11 Still Image Playback ........29 Playback with Special Effects ....... 30 Index ............12 File Search Function ........

  • Page 9: Read This First

     recorded data to a DVD or other recording Refer to the PC OPERATION GUIDE in the media for storage. (Z p. 43) JVC will not be supplied CD-ROM. responsible for any lost data. ! Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Accessories AC Adapter Power Cord Battery Pack AP-V14E/AP-V17E (for AP-V14E only) BN-VF808U Component Cable Audio/Video Cable USB Cable Shoulder Strap (Z p. 33) (Z p. 34, 47) (Z p. 18) CD-ROM Remote Control Lithium Battery Core Filter (Z p. 9) RM-V750U (Z p.

  • Page 11: Preparing The Remote Control

    Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area To Reinsert the Battery Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock tab. Remote Sensor Lock Tab Lithium Battery...

  • Page 12: Index

    Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn on/off the camera by opening/closing the LCD monitor. • Be careful not to cover sensors 7, > and ? during shooting.
  • Page 13 7 Stereo Microphone Camera 8 Grip Strap (Z p. 18) 9 HDMI Connector [HDMI] (Z p. 33) ! Index Button [INDEX] (Z p. 31)/ : DC Connector [DC] (Z p. 16) Remaining Space Button/ ; Microphone Input Connector [MIC] Data Battery Button [ 0 / 1 ] (Z p. 22) <...

  • Page 14: Indications On Lcd Monitor

    Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording [ 4 h 5 9 m ] 0 : 0 4 : 0 1 1080p 200X PHOTO FOCUS 1/4000 ! Mode Indicator (Z p. 20) 1 6 : 5 5 # Wind Cut Indicator (Z p.
  • Page 15 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback X - 6 0 1080p 1 0 1 - 0 0 9 8 1080p 1 : 5 5 : 0 1 1 6 : 5 5 1 6 : 5 5 2 0 . 0 1 . 2 0 0 8 2 0 .

  • Page 16: Necessary Settings Before Use

    Necessary Settings before Use Required charging/recording time  Charging the Battery Pack (approx.) *When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Close the LCD monitor to turn off the Recording camera. Battery pack Charging time time Attach the battery pack.

  • Page 17: Date/Time Setting

    Date/Time Setting Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. camera. Press MENU. Press MENU. MENU MENU Select [BASIC SETTINGS]. Select [BASIC SETTINGS]. Select GAIN UP Select...

  • Page 18: Other Settings

    Other Settings Grip Adjustment Lens Cover Open the pad and make grip adjustments. When not using the camera, close the lens cover to protect the lens. Lens Cover Lens Cover Switch NOTE Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so may cause damage to the lens.

  • Page 19: When Using A Microsd Card

    R Change the recording medium When Using a microSD Card The camera is programmed to record on the If you want to record to a microSD card, the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the following 3 operations need to be performed. factory.

  • Page 20: Recording

    RECORDING Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Press PLAY/REC to select the Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press START/STOP to start recording. [ 4 h 5 9 m ] 0 : 0 1 : 3 0 START /STOP...

  • Page 21: Still Image Recording

    Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Press PLAY/REC to select the Slide the mode switch to select recording mode. (still image) mode. SELECT PLAY/REC Press and hold SNAPSHOT halfway. 1920 FINE The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.

  • Page 22: Zooming

    Recording Files (Continued) Zooming Checking the Remaining Battery Power Preparation: • Select mode. Preparation: • • Select the recording mode. Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. Zoom out Zoom in • Attach the battery pack. mode: press INDEX twice. mode: press INDEX.

  • Page 23: Checking The Remaining Space On The Recording Media

    Checking the Remaining Space Registering Files to Events on the Recording Media If you select an event to register the file to event to register the file to before starting recording, the file will be Preparation: • registered to the selected event, thus making Select mode.

  • Page 24: Manual Recording

    Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the Items for program AE setting  • 6 PORTRAIT*: focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. The subject in the foreground is accentuated by blurring the background. To Change to Manual Recording •...

  • Page 25: Backlight Compensation

    Focus Assist Spot Exposure Control The image becomes black and white. The Use this function when backlight compensation outline of focused object is displayed in blue. does not work well, or to adjust the brightness Use this for adjusting the focus more precisely. in the desired spot.

  • Page 26: Manual Setting In Menu

    Manual Recording (Continued) Select the desired menu. Manual Setting in Menu Select MANUAL SETTING In the manual recording mode; ADJUST BRIGHTNESS SHUTTER SPEED Press MENU. EFFECT ADJUST SHUTTER SPEED RETURN QUIT MENU Select the desired setting. Select MANUAL SETTING ADJUST BRIGHTNESS AUTO SHUTTER SPEED Select [MANUAL SETTING].
  • Page 27 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO]: The aperture value is adjusted automatically. F1.9 to F4.0: The lower the F-number (larger aperture value), the more blurred the background will become. The higher < APERTURE PRIORITY* the F-number (smaller aperture value), the clearer the You can add a blurring effect to focus will be for both near and far objects.

  • Page 28: Playback

    PLAYBACK Playing Back Files Video Playback Select the playback mode. Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. VIDEO SELECT PLAY/REC SELECT SORT The index screen appears. Select the desired file. Select To return to the index screen  Press INDEX. To check the file information ...

  • Page 29: Still Image Playback

    Still Image Playback Select the playback mode. Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode. IMAGE SELECT PLAY/REC SELECT SORT The index screen appears. Select the desired file. Select To return to the index screen  Press INDEX. To check the file information ...

  • Page 30: Playback With Special Effects

    Playing Back Files (Continued) Items for WIPE/FADER setting  Playback with Special Effects • FADER-WHITE: Fades in or out with a white screen. Wipe or fader effects • FADER-BLACK: Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. Fades in or out with a black screen. These effects cannot be set for still images.

  • Page 31: File Search Function

    Date Index Screen File Search Function You can search the desired file by the Preparation: • recording date. Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Press INDEX twice. Group Index Screen You can search the desired file by the group. The group is created automatically based on INDEX recording date and time.

  • Page 32: Event Screen

    Playing Back Files (Continued) Select the file you want to play back. Event Screen Select VACATION You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 23) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down SELECT QUIT...

  • Page 33: Watching Images On Tv

    Watching Images on TV To connect using the COMPONENT This camera is designed to be used with high-  connector definition or PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. To AC Outlet AV Connector COMPONENT Connection with TV...

  • Page 34: Playback Operation

    Watching Images on TV (Continued) To connect using the AV connector  Playback Operation To AC Outlet After the connection with TV is completed AV Connector Turn on the camera and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. (Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and...

  • Page 35: Editing/Printing

    EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting/Protecting Files Do not remove the recording medium or • perform any other operation (such as turning Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete off the power) while accessing files. Also, them, release the protection first. be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as •...
  • Page 36 Managing Files (Continued) Deleting/Protecting Selected Files Deleting/Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35) After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35) Select [FILE SELECT]. Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT ALL]. Select DELETE CURRENT Select DELETE FILE SELECT CURRENT DELETE ALL FILE SELECT DELETE ALL...

  • Page 37: Viewing File Information

    Viewing File Information File Information Preparation: mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. Brightness level mode: (Dim) (Bright) Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the • The shutter speed, F-number and ISO file on the index screen. sensitivity (GAIN) when recorded are also displayed.

  • Page 38: Dividing Files

    Managing Files (Continued) Select the file you want to register. Dividing Files Select CHANGE EVENT? You can divide the selected video into two. Preparation: • Select mode. • SELECT QUIT Select the playback mode. You can select the previous or next file by moving the set lever to £...

  • Page 39: Dpof Print Setting

    NOTE Select the number of prints (max. When playing back the divided file, the 15 prints). recording date of the division point is Select displayed. TOTAL DPOF DPOF Print Setting SELECT QUIT To set print information for other images, The number of prints to make of a still image repeat steps 4 and 5.

  • Page 40: Playlists

    Playlists It is a list that enables you to organise Select the file to add to playlist. recorded videos in order of preference. Select 01.09.2008 Preparation: 0/999 TOTAL TOTAL • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. SELECT REGISTER • To preview scenes, press INDEX.

  • Page 41: Other Operations Of Playlists

    Other Operations of Playlists Playing Back Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete Press MENU. files in a created playlist. After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 40) MENU Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. Select [EDIT]. Select Select the playlist you want to edit. EDIT PLAYLIST PLAYBACK PLAYLIST To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to...

  • Page 42: Copying

    You can dub video recorded on this camera onto VCR/ DVD recorder. (Z p. 47) Select [COPY] or [MOVE]. It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner Select (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using DELETE CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may PROTECT/CANCEL take approx.

  • Page 43: Using A Dvd Burner To Copy Files From The Camera

    Set the file unit to copy/move. Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera The files in the camera can be backed up to a DVD disc using a DVD burner. • • ! mode: [SCENE] This disc cannot be played in a normal DVD player. # mode: [FILE] Use one of the following methods to view the disc.
  • Page 44 Copying Files (Continued) Select [YES] or [NO]. Backup All Files • [YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group. Preparation: • [NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date. • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. Select • ALL SCENES Select mode. DO YOU WANT TO MAKE •...
  • Page 45 # mode: Select Files for Backup • [SAVE BY DATE]: Preparation: Files are sorted according to the date • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. on which they were recorded. Relevant • files are displayed in a list. Select the Select mode.
  • Page 46 Copying Files (Continued) Select [EXECUTE]. Digest Playback Select ALL SCENES You can view the opening scene of each video 100% (digest) in the created DVD. DVD(DL) Create a DVD using a DVD burner (CU-VD50/ EXECUTE CU-VD3). CANCEL SELECT • The files are copied on the disc. When When playing back the digest;...

  • Page 47: Standard-Definition Dubbing

    Play back playlists on the camera. Standard-definition Dubbing 1) Press MENU. You can dub videos in standard-definition to a 2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK]. DVD recorder. 3) Select the desired playlist. 4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is Preparation: Turn off all units. displayed for 5 seconds at the first and To connect using the AV connectors ...

  • Page 48: Further Information

    FURTHER INFORMATION Changing the Menu Settings Press MENU. Select the desired setting. Select MENU MANUAL SETTING VIDEO QUALITY ZOOM COMPENSATE FOR HAND SHAKE RETURN QUIT Select the desired menu. To return to the previous screen  Select Move the set lever to £. MANUAL SETTING VIDEO QUALITY To quit the screen...
  • Page 49 Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus (! VIDEO) GAIN UP GAIN UP OFF: Deactivates the function. Makes the subject appear bright [AGC]: Electrically brightens the scene in dark place. automatically when you record in AUTO: Automatically brightens the scene when it is dark. dark places.
  • Page 50 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Menus (# IMAGE) IMAGE QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD Sets the picture quality for still images. IMAGE SIZE [1920 x 1080] / 1440 x 1080 / 640 x 480 Selects the picture size for still images.
  • Page 51 Y BASIC SETTINGS menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [ENGLISH] 9 LANGUAGE You have a choice of 23 languages. Sets the display language. (Z p. 17) : CLOCK ADJUST DATE / TIME Sets the time. (Z p. 17) DATE STYLE: ; DATE DISPLAY STYLE month.day.year / year.month.day / [day.month.year] Sets the date and time display TIME:...
  • Page 52 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Y BASIC SETTINGS menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset VIDEO OUTPUT Set the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the 4:3 / [16:9] screen of the connected television when outputting videos from the AV connector. COMPONENT OUTPUT [576i]: Outputs at 576i. Sets the definition of the video 1080i: Outputs at 1080i.
  • Page 53 Y BASIC SETTINGS menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset , FORMAT SD CARD [FILE]: Initialises all files in the microSD card. You have to format newly purchased FILE + MANAGEMENT NO: Initialises all files and microSD cards with this camera management numbers in the microSD card.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    If the problem is not solved, reset the functioning properly. camera. (Z p. 58) • If the problem persists, please consult your The following phenomena are not nearest JVC dealer. malfunctions. • The camera heats up when it is used for a long time. •...
  • Page 55 Trouble Action • The recorded subject is Set the backlight compensation to [OFF] if it is being used. • Set the brightness to the [–] side. too bright. • Cannot use spot Keep the zoom ratio below [10x]. exposure control. •...
  • Page 56 • whitish. The LCD monitor may be reaching the end of its service life. Consult your nearest JVC dealer or the JVC customer service. • The LCD monitor is The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas difficult to see.
  • Page 57 Trouble Action • When recording the white balance was not correctly adjusted. • The colour of images When the video was recorded with x.v.Colour™ set to [ON], looks strange. change the setting as desired on TV. • Set [EFFECT] to [OFF]. •...

  • Page 58: Cleaning

    # If this does not solve the malfunction, perform [FORMAT HDD]. (All data is deleted.) $ If this does not solve the problem, perform the disc check function from a PC after formatting. % If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. To reset the camera ...

  • Page 59: Warning Indications

    Warning Indications Indication Action • CHECK LENS COVER Slide the lens cover switch to open the lens cover. • Set the date and time. (Connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s SET DATE/TIME! built-in lithium battery.
  • Page 60 Warning Indications (Continued) Indication Action microSD card: • Check whether the microSD card has been checked for operability. RECORDING FAILURE HDD: • Perform cleanup. • Do not allow the camera to be subject to impact/vibrations. • VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE Select [OK] to restore. IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/ PLAYBACK, RECOVER?
  • Page 61 Indication Action • POWER IS OFF, OR USB Turn on the power of the connected USB device. • Connect the AC adapter to the DVD burner. DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED • DVD-RW DISC HAS BEEN Replace the disc of the DVD burner with another disc. (A DVD- RW disc can be initialised.) ALREADY USED •...

  • Page 62: Specifications

    Specifications Recording mode (video) Camera VBR, average of 17 Mbps VBR, average of 12 Mbps For general  VBR, average of 5 Mbps Power supply Recording mode (audio) DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) 48 kHz, 256 kbps DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption For still image ...
  • Page 63 Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Control 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm Weight Power supply Approx. 30 g DC 3 V (incl. battery) Battery life Approx. 1 year Design and specifications subject to change (depending on the frequency of use) without notice.

  • Page 64: Cautions

    Cautions Battery Packs Recording Medium • Be sure to follow the guidelines below The supplied battery pack is Terminals to prevent corruption or damage to your a lithium-ion battery. Before recorded data. using the supplied battery pack • Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or or an optional battery pack, subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
  • Page 65 ... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. Japan, Limited is: ... in places subject to soot or steam such as near JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH a cooking stove. Postfach 10 05 04 ... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
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  • Page 68: Terms

    Terms AC Adapter ............16 Language Setting ........17, 51 Adjust Brightness ..........26 LCD Monitor ..........14, 64 Aperture Priority ..........27 LED Light ............22 Auto Finalise ............52 Lens Cover ............18 AV Connection ........34, 47, 52 Manual Recording ..........24 Backlight Compensation ........25 Menu Settings ...........48 Battery Pack ..........16, 22, 64 Microphone ..........13, 49 Brightness Control (LCD Monitor) .....51...

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