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GZ-HM550BEK
Detailed User Guide
LYT2119-005A

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  • Page 1 CAMCORDER GZ-HM550BEK Detailed User Guide LYT2119-005A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING) ... 45 Table of Contents Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC) .................... 47 Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power ......48 Beginner's Guide ............4 Charging .................. 4 Playback Recording ................4 Playback .................. 4 Playing Back Videos ............. 50 Shooting Tips ................
  • Page 3 Organizing Files ............... 101 OPERATION SOUND ............. 127 Recording Videos to Discs ..........102 RECORD BUTTON ............128 JVC Software Licence Agreement ........103 QUICK RESTART ............128 Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software ..104 REMOTE ................. 129 List of Files and Folders ..........

  • Page 4: Beginner's Guide

    Beginner's Guide ■ [Getting Ready] Charging ① Open your feet to the width of your shoulders. ② Extend your right hand and hold the camcorder over your head. Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the De- ●...

  • Page 5: Useful Shooting Techniques

    Useful Shooting Techniques Holiday Season/Christmas Recording the Christmas Party Record the happy Christmas celebration with your family! Photo by 101st CAB, Wings of Destiny Photo by InnerSpirit Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of the family while being surrounded by good food, or even the father who...

  • Page 6: Wedding

    Useful Shooting Techniques Wedding Closing Up on the Bride's Face During the Thank You Speech Create an awesome wedding video for the bride and groom! The climax of the event finally comes during the bride and groom's thank you speech and presentation of flowers. The touching words of apprecia- tion from the bride and tears of joy from the parents are scenes that must not be missed.

  • Page 7: Travel

    1 m tall. The JVC AC adapter supports voltages from 100 V to 240 V, and hence can be used anywhere in the world.
  • Page 8 Useful Shooting Techniques 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 sin- gle frame, try the panning technique.

  • Page 9: Amusement Park

    Useful Shooting Techniques Amusement Park Inducing Responses by Calling Out Take more shots of the smiling faces of everyone in the family! Videos with no waving of hands nor laughter are not only dull when you Taking Videos or Still Images According to the Attraction view them later, but also put the capability of the audio-recording function of the camcorder to a waste.
  • Page 10 Useful Shooting Techniques Advanced Operation with Backlight Compensation It is useful to make use of backlight compensation when the subject's face is in backlight or when the expression cannot be seen clearly. Increase the brightness of the whole image by setting “BACKLIGHT COMP.”...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    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.
  • Page 12 Getting Started 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.25）...

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery Pack

    It goes out when charging is finished. CAUTION: 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. Charging time: approx. 2 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack) ●...

  • Page 14: Grip Adjustment

    Getting Started Grip Adjustment 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. "Types of Usable SD Card" （A P.15） "Approximate Video Recording Time"...

  • Page 15: Types Of Usable Sd Card

    Getting Started Clock Setting Removing the Card Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. 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.

  • Page 16: Resetting The Clock

    Getting Started Changing the Display Language Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. The language on the display can be changed. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu. Select “CLOCK ADJUST” and touch C. Select “DISPLAY SETTINGS”...

  • Page 17: Using The Operation Buttons

    Getting Started Using the Operation Buttons Holding this Unit Functions of the operation buttons may be displayed on the screen ac- When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent cording to the feature in use. camera shake.

  • Page 18: Using The Remote Control

    Getting Started Using the Remote Control Operation Buttons on Remote Control Unit You can operate this unit from a distance away using the supplied remote control. Memo: Point the remote control toward the sensor directly and use it within 5 ●...

  • Page 19: Using Bluetooth-Compliant Devices

    Getting Started Using Bluetooth-compliant Devices Improving the Communication ① Some connected devices may not be able to support the capabilities This unit is equipped with Bluetooth function. of this unit. You can do the following using a Bluetooth-compliant device via wireless connection.

  • Page 20: Registering A Bluetooth-Compliant Device

    Getting Started Compliant Bluetooth Devices Registering a Bluetooth-compliant Device This unit can be connected to the following Bluetooth-compliant devices In order to use a Bluetooth-compliant device with this unit, it is necessary for use. to perform registration (pairing) on this unit. Refer to the instruction manual of the device, except smartphones, to Touch D to display the menu.

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Registered Device

    Getting Started Select to enable search for the device to register and touch C. Connecting to a Registered Device To use a Bluetooth-compliant device on this unit, it is necessary to estab- lish connection with the device after registering it. To establish connection with a Bluetooth-compliant device, make use of the menu to set the connection with the device to ON.
  • Page 22 Getting Started CAUTION: Table of Compatible Connections “UNABLE TO COMMUNICATE WITH THE Bluetooth DEVICE” ap- ● pears when a device that cannot be supported by this unit is registered Number of Con- and connected. Check the registered device and register again. nections Up to two Bluetooth-compliant headsets can be connected to this unit.

  • Page 23: Transferring Still Images To Bluetooth-Compliant Devices

    Getting Started Memo: Transferring Still Images to Bluetooth-compliant Devices If the connected device is compliant with both BIP and OPP, BIP con- ● nection takes priority. When Bluetooth connection is established with a BIP/OPP-compliant de- Selection of connection is not possible. OPP connection will only take vice, you can transfer recorded still image data to this device.

  • Page 24: Operation Using A Smartphone

    Using this product near the above equipment may cause radio wave in- following. terference, and result in communication failure or a drop in communica- http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/download/bluetooth/index.html tion speed. (effective March 5, 2010) ■ Avoid using this product near a TV or radio set.

  • Page 25: Using This Unit Overseas

    Getting Started Using this Unit Overseas The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet. "Charging the Battery Pack Overseas" （A P.25） Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel destination in “AREA SETTING”...

  • Page 26: Setting The Clock To Local Time When Traveling

    Getting Started Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling Setting Daylight Saving Time Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your trav- When “ON” is selected in “SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME” of el destination in “AREA SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”. “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is set 1 hour ahead.

  • Page 27: Optional Accessories

    Getting Started Optional Accessories You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack. Product Name Description Battery Pack Provides a longer recording time than the bat- ● BN-VG114E tery pack that comes with this unit. It can also ●...

  • Page 28: Recording

    Recording Taking Videos in Auto Mode Indications During Video Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the au- to mode. Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. The video mode icon appears. ● Check if the recording mode is Auto.
  • Page 29 Auto/Manual Switches the recording mode between Auto and It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or Manual. other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Memo: Memo: The slider operation button cannot be used when the LCD monitor is ●...

  • Page 30: Zooming

    Recording Zooming Reducing Camera Shake The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. When DIS is turned on, camera shake during recording can be effectively reduced. Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. ●...

  • Page 31: Taking Still Images In Auto Mode

    Recording Taking Still Images in Auto Mode Indications During Still Image Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the au- to mode. Open the LCD monitor and select the still image mode. The still image mode icon appears. ●...

  • Page 32: Zooming

    Recording Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Zooming The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. ● Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting. ●...

  • Page 33: Manual Recording

    Recording Manual Recording Manual Recording Menu The following items can be set. You can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the manual mode. Name Description Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. SCENE SELECT Recordings that suit the shooting condi- ●...

  • Page 34: Scene Selection

    Recording *The image is only an impression. Setting Effect Scene Selection Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the NIGHT EYE Increases gain and brightens the scene automat- most suitable settings. ically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark.

  • Page 35: Adjusting Focus Manually

    Recording Adjusting Focus Manually Using Focus Assist Set this when the focus is not clear in “AUTO” or when manual focusing Focused subject is outlined in color for more precise focus. is desired. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu. Select “MANUAL SETTING”...

  • Page 36: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Setting Shutter Speed You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. You can set the shutter speed to suit the type of subject. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu. Select “MANUAL SETTING” and touch C. Select “MANUAL SETTING”...

  • Page 37: Setting White Balance

    Recording Setting White Balance Setting Backlight Compensation You can set the color tone to suit the light source. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu. Select “MANUAL SETTING”...

  • Page 38: Setting Metering Area

    Recording Setting Metering Area Recording with Effects You can set the brightness of a specified area as the standard. You can add various effects to videos and still images to create a differ- ent atmosphere from the usual recording. Touch D to display the menu. *The image is only an impression.

  • Page 39: Taking Close-Up Shots

    Recording Capturing Human Subjects Clearly (Face Taking Close-up Shots Detection AE/AF) You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. “FACE PRIORITY AE/AF” automatically adjusts the detected face with an appropriate focus to brightness. This function is available for both movies and still images. Select video or still image mode.

  • Page 40: Taking Group Shots (Self-Timer)

    Recording Start 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.
  • Page 41 Recording After making sure that everyone is facing the camera, press the SNAPSHOT button. 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.

  • Page 42: Registering Files To Events Before Recording

    Recording Registering Files to Events Before Record- Taking Videos in YouTube Format You can share your enjoyable memories with family and friends easily by posting your videos on the video sharing website YouTube. Videos can be found easily during playback by categorizing them when Through upload shooting, videos that are suitable for uploading to You- recording.

  • Page 43: Taking Videos In Itunes Format

    Recording Memo: Taking Videos in iTunes Format Upload recording can only be performed for up to 10 minutes, the time ● limit of YouTube. By recording with the EXPORT setting turned on, you can transfer the Changing videos to the file format for uploading cannot be performed ●...

  • Page 44: Slow-Motion (High-Speed) Recording

    Recording Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording Transferring Recorded Videos to iPod You can export videos to iTunes using the provided software "Everio Me- You can increase the recording speed or emphasize the movements us- diaBrowser". ing slow-motion recording. Install the software on your PC and connect this unit to the PC. This is a handy function for checking movements, such as golf swings.

  • Page 45: Recording At Intervals (Time-Lapse Recording)

    Recording Recording Speed Maximum Duration Movie Playback Time Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RE- 100fps Up to 4.8 seconds 2 times of recording CORDING) duration (up to 9.4 seconds) This function 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 cer- 250fps Up to 4.8 seconds...
  • Page 46 Recording Indications During Time-Lapse Recording Time-Lapse Setting The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. Setting Details Deactivates the function. 1SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 1-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 25 times speed.

  • Page 47: Recording Automatically By Sensing Movements (Auto Rec)

    Recording The rest are all set to “AUTO”. Recording Automatically by Sensing Move- Digital zoom, DIS, self-timer, and continuous shooting are not available ● ments (AUTO REC) after AUTO REC is set. AUTO REC cannot be used together with TIME-LAPSE RECORDING. ●...

  • Page 48: Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power

    Recording Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power You can check the remaining video recording time on the built-in memory and SD card as well as the remaining battery power. Select video or still image mode. Press the M button. If in the still image mode, go directly to step 4. ●...
  • Page 49 Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Quality Built-in Memory SDHC Card SDHC Card SDHC Card SDHC Card (32 GB) 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 2 h 57 m 21 m 44 m 1 h 29 m 2 h 58 m 4 h 9 m 31 m 1 h 2 m...

  • Page 50: Playback

    Make a backup of important recorded data ● It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Checking the Recording Date and Other Information Press M.

  • Page 51: Checking The Content Of Videos Quickly

    Playback Checking the Content of Videos Quickly Playing a Video with Defective Management Information You can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback). Plays videos with defective management information. This is useful for checking the content of the videos quickly. Select the playback mode.

  • Page 52: Playback With Special Effects

    Playback Select the desired video and touch C. Playback with Special Effects You can add effects to the beginning and end of recorded videos. Select the playback mode. Setting Details Turns off the effect. Select video mode. FADER-WHITE Fades in or out with a white screen. FADER-BLACK Fades in or out with a black screen.

  • Page 53: Playing Back Still Images

    Playback Playing Back Still Images During Still Image Playback You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). The contents of the saving destination selected in “REC MEDIA FOR IM- AGE” are displayed on the index screen. "REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE"...

  • Page 54: Slideshow Playback

    Playback Slideshow Playback Face Detection Zoom Still images can be played back in a slideshow. You can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as a Start the slideshow by pressing the C button during still image playback. new file.

  • Page 55: Searching For A Specific Video/Still Image

    Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image Saving Zoomed Images of Subject’s Faces ① After step 6, touch “SAVE”. When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is dif- ficult to look for the desired file from the index screen. Use the search function to find the file you want.

  • Page 56: Date Search

    Playback Date Search Event and Date Search You can search and play videos or still images according to recording You can search and play videos according to events and recording dates. dates. The contents of the saving destination selected in “REC MEDIA FOR ●...

  • Page 57: Connecting To And Viewing On Tv

    Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting You can output images from the HDMI connector, COMPONENT connec- to the HDMI terminal. tor, or AV connector.

  • Page 58: Connecting Via The Component Connector

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

  • Page 59: Connecting Via The Av Connector

    Playback Playing Back Playlists Connecting via the AV Connector By connecting the supplied AV cable to the video terminal, videos can be Play back the playlists that you have created. played back on a TV. Select the playback mode. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. ●...

  • Page 60: Playing Back A Bd/Dvd Created On This Unit

    Playback Open the LCD monitor. Playing Back a BD/DVD Created on this Unit BD/DVDs created using the backup function on this unit can be played back on TV using an optional DVD writer (DVDs only) with playback func- tion (CU-VD50) or a normal BD/DVD player. DVDs can also be played back on this unit by connecting the optional DVD writer with playback function.

  • Page 61: Digest Playback On A Dvd Player

    Playback Open the LCD monitor. Digest Playback on a DVD Player You can play back a few seconds from each scene of the recorded vid- eos in the created DVD. Load the created DVD on a DVD player. Select “DIGEST PLAYBACK” on the TV. The digest is played back continuously.

  • Page 62: Editing

    Editing Check that it is the file to delete, select “YES” and touch C. Deleting Unwanted Files Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. The capacity of the recording media can be restored after deleting the files.

  • Page 63: Deleting All Files

    Editing Select “FILE SELECT” and touch C. Deleting All Files Deletes all files. CAUTION: Deleted files cannot be restored. ● Select the playback mode. Select the desired file and touch C. Select video or still image mode. A delete mark appears on the selected file. ●...

  • Page 64: Protecting Files

    Editing Check that it is the file to protect, select “YES” and touch C. Protecting Files Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. "Protecting the Currently Displayed File" （A P.64） "Protecting Selected Files" （A P.64） "Protecting All Files" （A P.65） "Releasing Protection of All Files"...

  • Page 65: Protecting All Files

    Editing Select “FILE SELECT” and touch C. Protecting All Files Protects all files. Select the playback mode. Select the desired file and touch C. Select video or still image mode. Touch D to display the menu. A protect mark appears on the selected file. ●...

  • Page 66: Releasing Protection Of All Files

    Editing Changing Event Registration of Videos Releasing Protection of All Files Releases protection of all files. Find your recorded videos for playback easily by registering them to suit- able items from the list of various events. Select the playback mode. "Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File"...

  • Page 67: Changing The Event Of The Selected Files

    Editing Select “YES” and touch C. Changing the Event of the Selected Files Changes the event of multiple files by specifying a range. Select the playback mode. Touch the operation buttons "E" / "F" to select the previous or next ●...

  • Page 68: Capturing A Still Image In The Video During Playback

    Editing Select the last file of the range and touch C. Capturing a Still Image in the Video during Playback You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded vid- eos. Select the playback mode. Select a new event and touch C. Select video mode.

  • Page 69: Dividing Files

    Editing Touch C to pause playback, then touch “SET” at the point you want to Dividing Files divide the file. You can divide a selected video into two. The original video cannot be recovered after it is divided. ● Select the playback mode. The actual division point may differ slightly from the point that is set.

  • Page 70: Combining Videos Recorded By Seamless Recording

    Editing Select the media for copying and touch C. Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Recording Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined in- to a single video. "SEAMLESS RECORDING"...

  • Page 71: Capturing A Required Part In The Video

    Editing Touch C to pause playback, then touch “SET” to set the start point. Capturing a Required Part in the Video Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location. ●...

  • Page 72: Capturing Videos For Uploading To Youtube

    Editing Touch C to pause playback, then touch “SET” to set the start point to Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube copy. Capture and copy a part of a recorded video (maximum 10 minutes) for uploading to YouTube, and save it as a YouTube video. When capturing videos for YouTube, the duration cannot be longer than 10 minutes.

  • Page 73: Preparing Videos To Transfer To Itunes

    Editing Refer to "Q&A", "Latest Information", "Download Information", etc. in ● "Click for Latest Product Info" in the help file of the provided software Preparing Videos to Transfer to iTunes "Everio MediaBrowser". Set EXPORT attributes to the recorded videos by adding a "LIB." mark. When EXPORT attributes are set, the videos can be registered to iTunes easily using the supplied software on a PC.

  • Page 74: Creating Playlists From The Recorded Videos

    Editing Creating Playlists from the Recorded Vid- 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.

  • Page 75: Creating Playlists By Group

    Editing Touch C to insert the video onto the right side. Creating Playlists by Group Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to group. Select the playback mode. Repeat steps 7-8 and arrange the videos in the playlist. ● To change the position of a video, select the insertion point with the ●...

  • Page 76: Creating Playlists By Date

    Editing Touch C to insert the video onto the right side. Creating Playlists by Date Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date. Select the playback mode. Repeat steps 7-8 and arrange the videos in the playlist. ●...

  • Page 77: Creating Playlists By Event

    Editing Select the date to add to playlist and touch C. Creating Playlists by Event Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to events and re- cording dates. Select the playback mode. Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video. ●...

  • Page 78: Editing Playlists

    Editing Touch C to insert the video onto the right side. Editing Playlists You can change the content of a created playlist. Select the playback mode. Repeat steps 7-8 and arrange the videos in the playlist. ● To change the position of a video, select the insertion point with the ●...

  • Page 79: Deleting Playlists

    Editing After deleting, touch D. ● Deleting Playlists Delete the playlists that you have created. Select the playback mode. Select video mode. Touch D to display the menu. Select “EDIT PLAYLIST” and touch C. Select “DELETE” and touch C. Select the playlist you want to delete and touch C. All created playlists will be deleted when “DELETE ALL”...

  • Page 80: Adding Title Screens To Playlists

    Editing Creating a Playlist with Title Adding Title Screens to Playlists Add a title screen to a created playlist. Create a playlist simply by selecting a recording date and a title screen Select the playback mode. from the list. Select the playback mode. Select video mode.

  • Page 81: Copying

    Copying Select “COPY ALL” and touch C. Copying Files to Card You can copy videos and still images to another SD card. "Copying All Files" （A P.81） "Copying Selected Files" （A P.82） Copying All Files Copies all videos and still images to another media. Select the playback mode.

  • Page 82: Copying Selected Files

    Copying Select the desired file and touch C. Copying Selected Files Copies selected videos and still images to another media. Select the playback mode. A check mark appears on the selected file. ● To remove the check mark, touch C again. Select video or still image mode.

  • Page 83: Moving Files

    Copying Select “MOVE ALL” and touch C. Moving Files You can move videos and still images to another SD card. Files that are moved will be deleted from the original media. Moving still images to SD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).

  • Page 84: Moving Selected Files

    Copying Select the desired file and touch C. Moving Selected Files Moves selected videos and still images to another media. Files that are moved will be deleted from the original media. Select the playback mode. A check mark appears on the selected file. ●...

  • Page 85: Creating Discs With A Dvd Writer Or External Blu-Ray Drive

    Copying Creating Discs with a DVD Writer or Exter- Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50) nal Blu-ray Drive Close the LCD monitor and connect. You can copy the recorded files to discs using an optional DVD writer or External Blu-ray Drive. Compatible DVD Writers Product Name Description...

  • Page 86: Preparing A Dvd Writer (Cu-Vd3)

    Copying Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3) Preparing an External Blu-ray Drive Memo: Close the LCD monitor and connect. When connecting to the external Blu-ray drive, use a USB cable with Mini-A (Male) – B (Male) connectors. The USB cable bundled with this camera cannot be used. To use the USB cable provided with the external Blu-ray drive, purchase the USB extension cable.

  • Page 87: Changing Recording Media (Video Mode Only)

    Copying Changing Recording Media (video mode only) Copying All Files Set the type and video quality of the disc to be created using a BD/DVD All videos and still images recorded on this unit will be copied. writer. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have Adjustment is necessary when making DVDs with a BD writer or DVDs in never been copied.

  • Page 88: Copying Files By Date

    Copying Select “YES” or “NO” and touch C. (A mode only) Copying Files by Date Videos are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded. Select video or still image mode. When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are dis- ●...

  • Page 89: Copying Files By Event

    Copying Select “YES” or “NO” and touch C. (A mode only) Copying Files by Event Videos are sorted and copied according to the registered event. Select video mode. When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are dis- ● Select “SELECT AND CREATE”...

  • Page 90: Copying Selected Playlists

    Copying Select “YES” or “NO” and touch C. Copying Selected Playlists Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like. Select video mode. When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are dis- ● Select “SELECT AND CREATE” and touch C. played in groups.
  • Page 91 Copying After arranging, touch “SAVE”. When “DO YOU WANT TO FINALIZE?” appears This appears when “AUTO FINALIZE” in the camera settings menu is set to “OFF”. "AUTO FINALIZE" （A P.129） To play back on other devices, select “YES” and touch C. ●...

  • Page 92: Copying Selected Files

    Copying Select “EXECUTE” and touch C. Copying Selected Files Select and copy the desired videos. Select video or still image mode. The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. ● Select “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still Prepare the discs accordingly.

  • Page 93: Finalizing Discs After Copying

    Copying Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive When “DO YOU WANT TO FINALIZE?” appears This appears when “AUTO FINALIZE” in the camera settings menu is set You can copy video and still image files to a USB external hard disk drive to “OFF”.

  • Page 94: Preparing A Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    Copying Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive Memo: To use the USB cable provided with the external hard disk drive, pur- chase the following USB extension cable. Mini-A (Male) – A (Female) ● (Part number: QAM0852-001) Close the LCD monitor and connect. Select the desired menu and touch C.

  • Page 95: Playing Back Files In The Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    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 camera.

  • Page 96: Formatting The Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    Copying Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Formatting the USB External Hard Disk Drive Recorder All files on the external hard disk drive can be deleted. CAUTION: You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this camera using a USB cable.

  • Page 97: Dubbing Files To A Dvd Recorder Or Vcr

    Copying Dubbing Files to a DVD Recorder or VCR You can dub videos by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR. Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, ● etc. Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder. ①...

  • Page 98: Copying To Windows Pc

    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/ For details on how to upload to Youtube or transfer files to iTunes, refer to "MediaBrowser Help" in the "Help" menu of Everio MediaBrowser. ●...

  • Page 99: Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)

    Copying Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) Right-click on “Computer” (or “My Computer”) in the “Start” menu and select “Properties” to check the following items. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. ●...

  • Page 100: Backing Up All Files

    Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 The USB MENU appears. ● China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) Select “BACK UP” and touch C. Home- http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ page Delete unwanted videos before making backup. ● It takes time to back up many videos. "Deleting Unwanted Files" （A P.62）...

  • Page 101: Organizing Files

    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) Home- http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ page A new user list is added to the user list library. ● Click on the recording day. The thumbnails of the files recorded on the day are displayed.

  • Page 102: Recording Videos To Discs

    If you select “Select files individually”, proceed to step 5. ● China (Chinese): 10800-163-0014 (toll-free) (When “Select files individually” is selected) Select the files to copy to Home- http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ disc in order. page After selecting, click “NEXT”. ● Set the top menu of the disc.

  • Page 103: Jvc Software Licence Agreement

    The right to use the Program is granted by Victor Company of Japan, (g) consisting unpublished "Commercial Computer Software" as those Limited ("JVC") to You only on the condition that You agree to the follow- items are used at FAR part 12.212 and is only licenced to You with the ing.

  • Page 104: Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software

    Copying Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software Disconnecting this Unit from PC Copy the files to a PC using the following method. Click “Safely Remove Hardware”. Connect the USB cable and AC adapter. ① Connect the AC adapter to this unit. ②...

  • Page 105: Copying To Mac Computer

    Copying CAUTION: Copying to Mac Computer When the folders or files are deleted/moved/renamed in the computer, ● they cannot be played back on this unit anymore. Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. MTS files that are copied to a Mac computer cannot be imported to iM- ●...

  • Page 106: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings Operating the Menu Use the slider and operation buttons to set the menu. The menu differs according to the mode in use. ● Touch D to display the menu. Select the desired menu and touch C. Select the desired setting and touch C. Memo: To close the menu, touch D.

  • Page 107: Recording Menu (Video)

    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. Setting Details MANUAL SETTING Recording settings can be adjusted manually. They are displayed only when recording in the manual mode.

  • Page 108: Face Priority Ae/Af

    Menu Settings FACE PRIORITY AE/AF VIDEO QUALITY Detects faces and adjusts the brightness and focus automatically. Sets the video quality. Operating Details Setting Details "Capturing Human Subjects Clearly (Face Detection AE/AF)" （A P.39） Enables recording in the best picture quality. Applies to BDs only.

  • Page 109: Zoom

    Menu Settings ZOOM GAIN UP Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark places. Setting Details Setting Details 10x/OPTICAL Enables zooming up to 10x. Deactivates the function. 16(15)x/DYNAMIC Enables zooming up to 16x when set to image stabilizer A or when image stabilizer is turned Electrically brightens the scene when it is dark.

  • Page 110: High Speed Recording

    Menu Settings HIGH SPEED RECORDING SEAMLESS RECORDING You can increase the recording speed or emphasize the movements us- Automatically switches to a different media and continues recording when ing slow-motion recording. the remaining space on the current recording media runs out. This is a handy function for checking movements, such as golf swings.

  • Page 111: Shutter Mode

    Menu Settings SHUTTER MODE x.v.Color Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Records with "x.v.Color". Setting Details Setting Details RECORD ONE Records one still image. Deactivates the function. SHOT Activates the function. CONTINUOUS Records still images continuously while the SHOOTING SNAPSHOT button is pressed. Displaying the Item Memo: Select video mode.

  • Page 112: Wind Cut

    Menu Settings WIND CUT Reduces the noise caused by wind. Setting Details Deactivates the function. Activates the function. Displaying the Item Select video mode. Touch D to display the menu. Select “WIND CUT” and touch C.

  • Page 113: Recording Menu (Still Image)

    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. Setting Details MANUAL SETTING Recording settings can be adjusted manually. They are displayed only when recording in the manual mode.

  • Page 114: Face Priority Ae/Af

    Menu Settings FACE PRIORITY AE/AF SELF-TIMER Detects faces and adjusts the brightness and focus automatically. Use this when taking a group photo. "Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)" （A P.40） Operating Details "Capturing Human Subjects Clearly (Face Detection AE/AF)" （A P.39） SHUTTER MODE FLASH Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted.

  • Page 115: Image Size

    Menu Settings IMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITY Sets the image size (number of pixels) for still images. Sets the image quality. Setting Details Setting Details 3520X2640(9.3M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 4:3. FINE Enables recording in high picture quality, but 3072X2304(7M) number of recordable images becomes lesser.

  • Page 116: Gain Up

    Menu Settings GAIN UP Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark places. Setting Details Deactivates the function. Electrically brightens the scene when it is dark. Memo: Setting can be adjusted separately for videos. ● "GAIN UP(Video)" （A P.109） Displaying the Item Select still image mode.

  • Page 117: Manual Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Manual Settings Menu Recording settings can be adjusted manually. Memo: They are displayed only when recording in the manual mode. ● Setting Details SCENE SELECT Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. "Scene Selection" （A P.34） FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually.

  • Page 118: Playback Menu (Video)

    Menu Settings Playback Menu (Video) You can delete or look for specific videos. Setting Details DELETE Deletes unwanted videos. "Deleting the Currently Displayed File" （A P.62） "Deleting Selected Files" （A P.62） "Deleting All Files" （A P.63） PICTURE TITLE Create a playlist simply by selecting a recording date and a title screen from the list. "Creating a Playlist with Title"...

  • Page 119: Delete

    Menu Settings DELETE EDIT Deletes unwanted videos. You can perform operations such as copying or protecting videos. Operating Details Setting Details "Deleting the Currently Displayed File" （A P.62） "Deleting Selected Files" （A P.62） COPY Copies files to another media. "Copying All Files" （A P.81） "Deleting All Files"...

  • Page 120: Seamless Recording

    Menu Settings SEAMLESS RECORDING Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined in- to a single video. Operating Details "Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Recording" （A P.70） WIPE/FADER Adds effects at the beginning and end of recorded videos.

  • Page 121: Playback Menu (Still Image)

    Menu Settings Playback Menu (Still Image) You can delete or look for specific still images. Setting Details DELETE Deletes unwanted still images. "Deleting the Currently Displayed File" （A P.62） "Deleting Selected Files" （A P.62） "Deleting All Files" （A P.63） SEARCH DATE You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates.

  • Page 122: Slide Show Effects

    Menu Settings SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Effects can be added to the transitions in slideshow playback. Sets whether to show on-screen displays such as icons during playback. Setting Details Setting Details SLIDE Switches the screen by sliding in from right to No display at all.

  • Page 123: Display Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Display Settings Menu You can adjust various display settings such as the LCD monitor's brightness, etc. Setting Details LANGUAGE The language on the display can be changed. "Changing the Display Language" （A P.16） DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the order of year, month, day and the time display format (24H/12H). "DATE DISPLAY STYLE"...

  • Page 124: Lcd Backlight

    Menu Settings LCD BACKLIGHT FOCUS ASSIST COLOR Sets the brightness of the backlight of the monitor. Sets the color of the outline of a focused object when Focus Assist is used. Setting Details Setting Details BRIGHTER Brightens the backlight of the monitor regardless of the surrounding conditions.

  • Page 125: Basic Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Basic Settings Menu You can adjust various camera settings such as operation sound, etc. Setting Details CONT. SHOOTING SPEED For setting the shooting interval during continuous shooting. "CONT. SHOOTING SPEED" （A P.126） DEMO MODE Introduces the special features of this unit in digest form. "DEMO MODE"...

  • Page 126: Cont. Shooting Speed

    Menu Settings CONT. SHOOTING SPEED DEMO MODE For setting the shooting interval during continuous shooting. Starts playback of the demo mode which introduces the features of this unit. Setting Details Setting Details HIGH SPEED Shoots up to six still images continuously in ●...

  • Page 127: Auto Power Off

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

  • Page 128: Record Button

    Menu Settings RECORD BUTTON QUICK RESTART Displays the "REC" button on the LCD monitor and enables it to be used Enables recording to be performed immediately when the LCD monitor is as the START/STOP button. opened. Setting Details Setting Details No display.

  • Page 129: Remote

    Menu Settings REMOTE AUTO FINALIZE Enables operation of this unit with the provided remote control. Sets the created discs to a readable state that can be played back on a DVD writer. Setting Details Setting Details Does not receive operation signals from the re- mote control.

  • Page 130: Update

    Menu Settings 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.) FACTORY PRESET Returns all the settings to their default values.

  • Page 131: Connection Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Connection Settings Menu You can adjust various settings for connecting to a TV or DVD recorder. Setting Details Bluetooth By registering (pairing) devices that support Bluetooth, such as headsets or smartphones, to this unit, wireless connection can be established within a range of about 10 m. "Registering a Bluetooth-compliant Device"...

  • Page 132: Bluetooth

    Menu Settings Bluetooth DISPLAY ON TV By registering (pairing) devices that support Bluetooth, such as headsets Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. or smartphones, to this unit, wireless connection can be established with- Setting Details in a range of about 10 m. Does not display icons and date/time on TV.

  • Page 133: Video Output

    Menu Settings VIDEO OUTPUT COMPONENT OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Sets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector. Setting Details Setting Details 16:9 Select this when connecting to a widescreen TV 576i Outputs at 576i.

  • Page 134: Hdmi Output

    Menu Settings HDMI OUTPUT HDMI CONTROL Sets the definition of the video output from the HDMI mini connector. Sets the linked operations ON/OFF when the TV and this unit are con- nected using the HDMI mini connector. Setting Details Setting Details AUTO 1 It is recommended to select “AUTO 1”...

  • Page 135: Media Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Media Settings Menu You can perform various settings for the recording media. Setting Details REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO Sets the recording/playback media of videos. "REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO" （A P.135） REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording/playback media of still images. "REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE"...

  • Page 136: Format Built-In Mem

    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 + MANAGE- Deletes all files on the internal memory and re- FILE + MANAGE-...

  • Page 137: Erase All Data

    Menu Settings ERASE ALL DATA Execute this process when disposing of this unit or passing it to another person. Touch D to display the menu. Select “MEDIA SETTINGS” and touch C. Select “ERASE ALL DATA” and touch C. Select “YES” and touch C. After deleting the data, touch C.

  • Page 138: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Rear Zoom/Volume Lever Bluetooth Antenna During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range. ● "Using Bluetooth-compliant Devices" （A P.19） During playback (index screen): Changes the number of images to dis- ● play. Lens/Lens Cover During video playback: Adjusts the volume. ●...

  • Page 139: Bottom

    Names of Parts Bottom Interior Tripod Mounting Hole "Tripod Mounting" （A P.17） Speaker SD Card Slot Outputs audio sound during video playback. ● Insert an optional SD card. ● "Inserting an SD Card" （A P.14） L (Play) Button Switches between the recording and playback modes. ●...

  • Page 140: Lcd Monitor

    Names of Parts LCD Monitor Slider LASER TOUCH OPERATION Selects items or images from the menu or index screen. ● "Using the Operation Buttons" （A P.17） LCD Monitor Turns the power on/off by opening and closing. ● Enables self-portraits to be taken by rotating the monitor. ●...

  • Page 141: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording Recording Mode Video Mode "Taking Videos in Auto Mode" （A P.28） "A / B (Video/Still Image) Button" （A P.139） "Manual Recording" （A P.33） Time-Lapse Recording Effect "Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING)" （A P.45） "Recording with Effects"...

  • Page 142: Still Image Recording

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback Video Mode "A / B (Video/Still Image) Button" （A P.139） Still Image Mode "A / B (Video/Still Image) Button" （A P.139） Time-Lapse Recording "Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING)" （A P.45） Flash "FLASH"...

  • Page 143: Still Image Playback

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Playback Still Image Mode "A / B (Video/Still Image) Button" （A P.139） Radio Reception Status "Connecting to a Registered Device" （A P.22） Folder Number File Number Operation Indicator "Playing Back Still Images" （A P.53） Media "REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE"...

  • Page 144: Troubleshooting

    Set to the recording mode with the L (Play) Button. "Interior" （A P.139） swab or something similar. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs. Recording stops automatically.

  • Page 145: Card

    Troubleshooting Card No date/time display. Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the menu accordingly. "ON-SCREEN DISPLAY" （A P.120） Cannot insert the SD card. Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the menu to “ON”. "DISPLAY ON TV" （A P.132） Make sure not to insert the card in the wrong direction. "Inserting an SD Card"...

  • Page 146: Editing/Copying

    Troubleshooting Editing/Copying Unable to delete file. Unable to copy files to the PC's HDD. Files that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before de- Connect the USB cable correctly. "Backing Up All Files" （A P.100） leting the file. "Protecting Files" （A P.64） If the provided software "Everio MediaBrowser"...

  • Page 147: Screen/Image

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

  • Page 148: Error Message

    SD card. Check the amount of remaining free set the clock. (If the message still appears, the clock battery is exhaus- space before combining. ted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.) "Clock Setting" （A P.15） MAXIMUM QUANTITY RECORDING FOLDERS/ FILES HAS...

  • Page 149: Maintenance

    Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. CAUTION: Be sure to detach the battery pack, AC adapter, and power plug before performing any maintenance. ● Camcorder Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. ●...

  • Page 150: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Connectors Item Details Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V HDMI HDMI™ mini connector (V1.3 with x.v.Color™) Using battery pack: DC 3.6 V Component output Y, Pb, Pr component output Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω Power consump- 3.2 W (when “LIGHT”...
  • Page 151 Specifications AC Adapter (AP-V30M) Item Details Power supply AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 5.2 V, 1.8 A Allowable operat- 0°C to 40°C ing temperature (10°C to 35°C during charging) Dimensions (mm) 50 x 29 x 100 (W x H x D: excluding cord and AC plug) Mass Approx.

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