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GZ-HD520
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  • Page 1 CAMCORDER Detailed User Guide GZ-HD520 LYT2305-019A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Setting White Balance ............27 Recording Videos to Discs ..........72 Setting Backlight Compensation ........28 JVC Software Licence Agreement ........73 Setting Metering Area ............28 Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software ... 74 Recording with Effects ............29 List of Files and Folders .............
  • Page 3 IMAGE QUALITY ............... 84 Troubleshooting GAIN UP ................85 Battery Pack ................ 115 AUTO REC ................ 85 Recording ................115 Manual Settings Menu ............86 Card ..................116 SCENE SELECT ..............86 Playback ................116 FOCUS ................86 Computer ................117 FOCUS ASSIST ..............

  • Page 4: Beginner's Guide

    Beginner's Guide [Getting Ready] Charging A Open your feet to the width of your shoulders. B Extend your right hand and hold the camcorder over your head. Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed C Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle User Guide.

  • Page 5: Holiday Season/Christmas

    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. Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner the family while being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is...

  • Page 6: Wedding

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

  • Page 7: Travel

    The JVC AC adapter supports voltages from 100 V to 240 V, and hence can compact one to be used on a table or one that is at least 1 m tall.
  • 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 single frame, try the panning technique.

  • Page 9: Amusement Park

    Useful Shooting Techniques Amusement Park Inducing Responses by Calling Out Take more shots of the smiling faces of everyone in the family! Videos with no waving of hands nor laughter are not only dull when you view them later, but also put the capability of the audio-recording function of the Taking Videos or Still Images According to the Attraction camcorder to a waste.
  • Page 10 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.” if the faces appear too dark.

  • 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 indoors or during playback.
  • Page 12 BN-VG121E 3 h 30 m 1 h 15 m 2 h 10 m If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed. BN-VG138E 6 h 10 m 2 h 5 m 3 h 50 m Charging time: Approx.

  • Page 13: Grip Adjustment

    Getting Started Grip Adjustment Inserting a microSD Card When a commercially available microSD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the card when the remaining recording time on the hard disk (HDD) runs out. “Types of Usable microSD Card” (A p. 14) Press the power button for more than 2 seconds to turn off this unit.

  • Page 14: Types Of Usable Microsd Card

    Getting Started Clock Setting Types of Usable microSD Card The following microSD cards can be used on this unit. 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 microSDHC Card the clock is not set yet.

  • Page 15: Resetting The Clock

    Getting Started Using the Operation Buttons Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. Functions of the operation buttons may be displayed on the screen according to the feature in use. Touch D to display the menu. Select “CLOCK ADJUST”...

  • Page 16: Holding This Unit

    Getting Started Holding this Unit Using this Unit Overseas When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. camera shake. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet.

  • Page 17: 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 travel When “ON” is selected in “SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME” of “CLOCK destination in “AREA SETTING”...

  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    Getting Started Optional Accessories Taking Videos in Auto Mode You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the auto mode. Product Name Description Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. Battery Pack Provides a longer recording time than the battery BN-VG114E pack that comes with this unit.
  • Page 19 Recording Indications During Video Recording Operation Buttons for Video Recording Display Icon Description Recording Mode Press the G/H button to switch the recording mode between G (Auto) and H (Manual). Operation Button Description Video Quality Displays the icon of the “VIDEO QUALITY” T/W Zoom Allows the same functions as the zoom lever to be setting selected in the recording menu.

  • Page 20: Zooming

    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. Memo : Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

  • Page 21: Reducing Camera Shake

    Recording Taking Still Images in Auto Mode Reducing Camera Shake When the digital image stabilizer is turned on, camera shake during You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the auto recording can be effectively reduced. mode. Open the LCD monitor and select the still image mode.
  • Page 22 Recording Indications During Still Image Recording Display Icon Description Recording Mode Press the G/H button to switch the recording mode between G (Auto) and H (Manual). Image Size Displays the icon of the image size. “IMAGE SIZE” (A p. 84) Image Quality Displays the icon of the “IMAGE QUALITY”...

  • Page 23: Zooming

    Recording Zooming Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording 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. Memo : Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode.

  • Page 24: 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. a SCENE SELECT Select video or still image mode.

  • Page 25: Scene Selection

    Recording Scene Selection Setting Effect Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings. Increases gain and brightens the scene automatically b NIGHT EYE when the surrounding is dark. Touch D to display the menu. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Focus Manually

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

  • Page 27: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Setting White Balance You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu. Select “MANUAL SETTING” and touch C. Select “MANUAL SETTING”...

  • Page 28: Setting Backlight Compensation

    Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Setting Metering Area You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to You can set the brightness of a specified area as the standard. backlight. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu. Select “MANUAL SETTING”...

  • Page 29: Recording With Effects

    Recording Recording with Effects Video SEPIA / BLACK & WHITE / CLASSIC FILM / STROBE You can add various effects to videos and still images to create a different atmosphere from the usual recording. Still Image SEPIA / BLACK & WHITE *The image is only an impression.

  • Page 30: Taking Close-Up Shots

    Recording Registering Files to Events Before Taking Close-up Shots Recording You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. Videos can be found easily during playback by categorizing them when recording. Select video mode. *The image is only an impression. Touch D to display the menu.

  • Page 31: Taking Videos In Youtube™ Format

    Recording Taking Videos in YouTube™ Format Uploading Videos You can upload your videos to YouTube™ using the provided software You can share your enjoyable memories with family and friends easily by "Everio MediaBrowser". posting your videos on the video sharing website YouTube™. Install the software on your computer and connect this unit to the computer.

  • Page 32: Recording At Intervals (Time-Lapse Recording)

    Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING) 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 certain interval. This is useful for making observations such as the opening of a flower bud. Select video mode.

  • Page 33: Recording Automatically By Sensing Movements (Auto Rec)

    Recording Recording Automatically by Sensing Time-Lapse Setting Movements (AUTO REC) The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. This function enables the unit to record automatically by sensing the changes Setting Details in subject's movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 34: Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power

    Recording Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power Caution : The only manual recording setting available is “TELE MACRO”. You can check the remaining video recording time on the HDD and microSD The rest are all set to “AUTO”. card as well as the remaining battery power. Digital zoom, image stabilizer, self-timer, and continuous shooting are not available after AUTO REC is set.
  • Page 35 Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Quality microSDHC Card microSDHC Card 120 GB 4 GB 8 GB 11 h 22 m 44 m 15 h 31 m 1 h 3 m 21 h 44 m 1 h 29 m 50 h 1 h 51 m 3 h 43 m The actual recording time may shorten depending on the shooting environment.

  • Page 36: Playback

    If the cursor stops at a thumbnail display of a video in which faces are recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. detected, the faces are panned in and played back for a while.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Playback With Special Effects

    Playback Playback with Special Effects Setting Details You can add effects to the beginning and end of recorded videos. Turns off the effect. Select the playback mode. FADER-WHITE Fades in or out with a white screen. FADER-BLACK Fades in or out with a black screen. WIPE-SLIDE Wipes in from right to left, or wipes out in the opposite way.

  • Page 39: 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 Display Description (thumbnail display). The contents of the saving destination selected in “REC MEDIA FOR Start/pause slideshow d / e IMAGE”...

  • Page 40: Searching For A Specific Video/Still Image

    Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image Search Date You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates. When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult The contents of the saving destination selected in “REC MEDIA FOR to look for the desired file from the index screen.

  • Page 41: Search Event

    Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Search Event You can search and play videos according to events and recording dates. You can output images from the HDMI connector, COMPONENT connector, The contents of the saving destination selected in “REC MEDIA FOR or AV connector.

  • Page 42: Connecting Via The Hdmi Mini Connector

    Playback Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable). Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC-enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you to utilize the following convenient functions. Connect to the TV.

  • Page 43: Connecting Via The Component Connector

    Playback Connecting via the Component Connector Connecting via the AV Connector Connect to the TV. Connect to the TV. Press and hold the power button M for 2 seconds or more to turn off the power. Connect the AC adapter to this unit. Press and hold the power button M for 2 seconds or more to turn off the power.

  • Page 44: Playing Back Playlists

    Playback Playing Back Playlists Deleting Unwanted Files Play back the playlists that you have created. Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. Select the playback mode. The capacity of the recording media can be restored after deleting the files. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File”...

  • Page 45: Deleting Selected Files

    Editing Deleting Selected Files Deletes the selected files. Caution : Deleted files cannot be restored. Select the playback mode. Check that it is the file to delete, select “YES” and touch C. Select video or still image mode. The file to delete appears on this screen. Touch the operation buttons "E"...

  • Page 46: Deleting All Files

    Editing Deleting All Files Deletes all files. Caution : Deleted files cannot be restored. Select the playback mode. A delete mark appears on the selected file. To remove the delete mark, touch C again. Touch “CHECK” to check the selected file. Select “YES”...

  • Page 47: Protecting Files

    Editing Protecting Files Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 47) “Protecting Selected Files” (A p. 48) “Protecting All Files” (A p. 49) “Releasing Protection of All Files” (A p. 49) Caution : Check that it is the file to protect or release protection of, select “YES”...

  • Page 48: Protecting Selected Files

    Editing Protecting Selected Files To remove the mark, touch C again. Touch “CHECK” to check the selected file. Protects or releases protection of the selected files. After selecting all the files to protect or release protection of, touch D. Select the playback mode. Select video or still image mode.

  • Page 49: Protecting All Files

    Editing Protecting All Files Releasing Protection of All Files Protects all files. Releases protection of all files. Select the playback mode. Select the playback mode. Select video or still image mode. Select video or still image mode. Touch D to display the menu. Touch D to display the menu.

  • Page 50: Changing Event Registration Of Videos

    Editing Changing Event Registration of Videos Select the file you want to register and touch C. Find your recorded videos for playback easily by registering them to suitable items from the list of various events. “Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 50) “Changing the Event of the Selected Files”...

  • Page 51: Changing The Event Of The Selected Files

    Editing Changing the Event of the Selected Files Select the last file of the range and touch C. Changes the event of multiple files by specifying a range. Select the playback mode. Touch “CHECK” to check the selected file. Select video mode. Select a new event and touch C.

  • Page 52: Dividing Files

    Editing Dividing Files Touch C to pause playback, then touch “SET” at the point you want to divide the file. You can divide a selected video into two. Select the playback mode. The actual division point may differ slightly from the point that is set. Select video mode.

  • Page 53: Face Detection Zoom

    Editing Face Detection Zoom You can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as a new file. Select the playback mode. Zoom images are saved in 16:9 aspect regardless of the original aspect. Select “YES” and touch C. Select still image mode.

  • Page 54: Capturing A Still Image In The Video During Playback

    Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video during Capturing a Required Part in the Video Playback Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Select the playback mode.

  • Page 55: Capturing Videos For Uploading To Youtube

    Editing Capturing Videos for Uploading to Touch C to resume playback. YouTube™ “Playing Back Videos” (A p. 36) Touch C to pause playback, then touch “SET” to set the point to stop Capture and copy a part of a recorded video (maximum 10 minutes) for copying.

  • Page 56: Creating A Playlist With Title

    Editing Creating a Playlist with Title Create a playlist simply by selecting a recording date and a title screen from the list. Select the playback mode. To reset the start point, touch “CANCEL”. Select “CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE” and touch C. Select video mode.

  • Page 57: Creating Playlists From The Recorded Videos

    Editing Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos Select the desired recording date and touch C. 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.

  • Page 58: Creating Playlists By Group

    Editing Creating Playlists by Group Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to group. Select the playback mode. Select “CREATE FROM SCENE” and touch C. Select video mode. Touch D to display the menu. Select the file to add to playlist and touch C. Select “EDIT PLAYLIST”...

  • Page 59: Creating Playlists By Date

    Editing Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video. Creating Playlists by Date Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date. Select the insertion point and touch C. Select the playback mode. Select video mode. The selected videos are added to the playlist on the right. To delete a video from the playlist, touch "F"...

  • Page 60: Creating Playlists By Event

    Editing Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video. Creating Playlists by Event Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to events and Select the insertion point and touch C. recording dates. Select the playback mode. The selected videos are added to the playlist on the right. Select video mode.

  • Page 61: Editing Playlists

    Editing Editing Playlists Select the recording date to add to playlist and touch C. You can change the content of a created playlist. Select the playback mode. Select video mode. Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video. Select the insertion point and touch C. Touch D to display the menu.

  • Page 62: Deleting Playlists

    Editing Deleting Playlists Select the insertion point and touch C. Delete the playlists that you have created. Select the playback mode. The selected videos are added to the playlist on the right. Select video mode. To delete a video from the playlist, touch "F" to select the video and touch C.

  • Page 63: Adding Title Screens To Playlists

    Editing Adding Title Screens to Playlists Add a title screen to a created playlist. Select the playback mode. Select video mode. Touch D to display the menu. Select “EDIT PLAYLIST” and touch C. Select “SET TITLE” and touch C. Select the desired playlist and touch C. Touch “CHECK”...

  • Page 64: Copying

    Copying Copying Files to Card The direction of copying varies with the model. Select “COPY ALL” and touch C. You can copy videos and still images from the HDD or microSD card to another media. Copying still images to microSD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).

  • Page 65: Copying Selected Files

    Copying Copying Selected Files Select the desired file and touch C. Copies selected videos and still images to another media. Select the playback mode. A check mark appears on the selected file. Select video or still image mode. To remove the check mark, touch C again. After selecting all the files to copy, touch “EXEC”.

  • Page 66: Moving Files

    Copying Moving Files You can move videos and still images from the HDD or microSD card to another media. Files that are moved will be deleted from the original media. Moving still images to microSD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing).

  • Page 67: Moving Selected Files

    Copying A check mark appears on the selected file. Moving Selected Files To remove the check mark, touch C again. Moves selected videos and still images to another media. Files that are moved will be deleted from the original media. After selecting all the files to move, touch EXEC.

  • Page 68: 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. Press and hold the power M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off the power.

  • Page 69: Copying To Windows Computer

    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™, refer to “MediaBrowser Help” in the “Help” menu of Everio MediaBrowser. Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) Right-click on “Computer” (or “My Computer”) in the “Start” menu and select “Properties” to check the following items.

  • Page 70: Backing Up All Files

    Copying Backing Up All Files Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the PC's hard disk (HDD). Connect the USB cable and AC adapter. Memo : Before making backup, load the microSD card in which the videos and still images are stored on this unit.

  • Page 71: Organizing Files

    Copying Disconnecting this Unit from PC Organizing Files After backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as "Family Click “Safely Remove Hardware”. Trip" or "Athletic Meet". This is useful not only for creating discs, but for viewing the files too. Double-click on the Everio MediaBrowser icon.

  • Page 72: Recording Videos To Discs

    Copying Recording Videos to Discs Copy the files that are arranged using the user list to DVDs. Insert a new disc into the PC's recordable DVD drive. Select the desired user list. Memo : If you encounter any problems with the provided software Everio MediaBrowser, please consult the "Pixela User Support Center".

  • Page 73: Jvc Software Licence Agreement

    Japan and other countries, and related Conventions. GRANT OF LICENCE A Subject to the conditions of this Agreement, JVC grants to You a non- exclusive right to use the Program. You may install and use the Program on a HDD or other storage devices incorporated in Your PC.

  • Page 74: Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software

    Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g) consisting unpublished "Commercial Computer Software" as those items are used at FAR part 12.212 and is only licenced to You with the same use rights JVC grants all commercial end users pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.

  • Page 75: Copying To Mac Computer

    Copying Copying to Mac Computer Caution : When the folders or files are deleted/moved/renamed in the computer, Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. they cannot be played back on this unit anymore. Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. A Connect the AC adapter to this unit.
  • Page 76 Copying iMovie and iPhoto You can import files from this unit to a computer using Apple's iMovie'08, '09, '11 (video) or iPhoto (still image). To verify the system requirements, select "About This Mac" from the Apple menu. You can determine the operating system version, processor and amount of memory.

  • Page 77: 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 78: 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 79: Face Priority Ae/Af

    Menu Settings FACE PRIORITY AE/AF REGISTER EVENT Detects faces and adjusts the brightness and focus automatically. Categorizes your videos according to events (such as "Travel", "Athletic Event") by registering the file before recording. Operating Details Setting Details “Registering Files to Events Before Recording” (A p. 30) Deactivates the function.

  • Page 80: 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 40x/OPTICAL Enables zooming up to 40x. Deactivates the function. 80x/DIGITAL Enables zooming up to 80x. Electrically brightens the scene when it is dark.

  • Page 81: Time-Lapse Recording

    Menu Settings TIME-LAPSE RECORDING WIND CUT This function enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over a long Reduces the noise caused by wind. period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval.

  • Page 82: 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 83: Self-Timer

    Menu Settings SELF-TIMER SHUTTER MODE Use this when taking a group photo. Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Setting Details Setting Details Deactivates the self-timer. RECORD ONE SHOT Records one still image. 2SEC Starts recording 2 seconds after the SNAPSHOT button CONTINUOUS Records still images continuously while the is pressed.

  • Page 84: 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 1920X1080(2M) Takes still images in the size of 1920X1080 with FINE Enables recording in high picture quality, but number of aspect ratio 16:9.

  • Page 85: 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. Displaying the Item Select still image mode.

  • Page 86: 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. 25) FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually.

  • Page 87: 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. 44) “Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 45) “Deleting All Files” (A p. 46) PICTURE TITLE Create a playlist simply by selecting a recording date and a title screen from the list.

  • Page 88: Delete

    Menu Settings DELETE Deletes unwanted videos. Operating Details “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 44) “Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 45) “Deleting All Files” (A p. 46) PICTURE TITLE Create a playlist simply by selecting a recording date and a title screen from the list.

  • Page 89: Edit

    Menu Settings EDIT You can perform operations such as copying or protecting videos. Setting Details COPY Copies files to another media. “Copying All Files” (A p. 64) “Copying Selected Files” (A p. 65) MOVE Moves files to another media. “Moving All Files” (A p. 66) “Moving Selected Files”...
  • Page 90 Menu Settings...

  • Page 91: 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. 44) “Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 45) “Deleting All Files” (A p. 46) SEARCH DATE You can search and play still images according to recording dates.

  • Page 92: 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 left. No display at all.

  • Page 93: 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. “LANGUAGE” (A p. 93) DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the order of year, month, day and the time display format (24H/12H). “DATE DISPLAY STYLE”...

  • Page 94: Monitor Brightness

    Menu Settings Clock Set Style MONITOR BRIGHTNESS The clock set style of this unit varies with the models. Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. Touch D to display the menu. Select “DISPLAY SETTINGS” and touch C. The order of "Year, Month, Day, Time" changes according to the date display style.

  • Page 95: 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 Outlines the focused object in red.

  • Page 96: Clock Adjust

    Menu Settings CLOCK ADJUST Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. Setting Details CLOCK SETTING Resets the current time or changes the settings. “Resetting the Clock” (A p. 15) AREA SETTING Sets to the local time when using this unit overseas simply by selecting the destination.

  • Page 97: Basic Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Basic Settings Menu You can adjust various camera settings such as operation sound, etc. Setting Details DEMO MODE Introduces the special features of this unit in digest form. “DEMO MODE” (A p. 98) AUTO POWER OFF Prevents the situation of forgetting to turn off the power when this is set. “AUTO POWER OFF”...

  • Page 98: Demo Mode

    Menu Settings DEMO MODE AUTO POWER OFF Starts playback of the demo mode which introduces the features of this unit. Prevents the situation of forgetting to turn off the power when this is set. Setting Details Setting Details Deactivates the function. Power is not turned off even if this unit is not operated for 5 minutes.

  • Page 99: Operation Sound

    Menu Settings OPERATION SOUND RECORD BUTTON Turns on or off the operation sound. Displays the "REC" button on the LCD monitor and enables it to be used as the START/STOP button. Setting Details Setting Details Turns off the operation sound. No display.

  • Page 100: Quick Restart

    Menu Settings QUICK RESTART DROP DETECTION Enables recording to be performed immediately when the LCD monitor is Prevents damage to the HDD when this unit is dropped. opened. Setting Details Setting Details Deactivates the function. Deactivates the function. Turns off the power of this unit automatically when a drop is Enables the power to turn on quickly when the LCD monitor is detected.

  • Page 101: Update

    Updates the functions of this unit to the latest version. Returns all the settings to their default values. For details, refer to the JVC homepage. (When no program to update the software of this unit is available, nothing Touch D to display the menu.

  • Page 102: Connection Settings Menu

    Menu Settings Connection Settings Menu You can adjust various settings for connecting to a TV or DVD recorder. Setting Details DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. “DISPLAY ON TV” (A p. 102) VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. “VIDEO OUTPUT”...

  • Page 103: Component Output

    Menu Settings COMPONENT OUTPUT HDMI OUTPUT Sets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector. Sets the definition of the video output from the HDMI mini connector. Setting Details Setting Details 576i Outputs at 576i. AUTO 1 It is recommended to select “AUTO 1” usually. 1080i Outputs at 1080i.

  • Page 104: Hdmi Control

    Menu Settings HDMI CONTROL Sets the linked operations ON/OFF when the TV and this unit are connected using the HDMI mini connector. Setting Details Turns off linked operations. Turns on linked operations. Displaying the Item Touch D to display the menu. Select “CONNECTION SETTINGS”...

  • Page 105: 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. 105) REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording/playback media of still images. “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE”...

  • Page 106: Format Hdd

    Menu Settings FORMAT HDD After formatting, touch C. Deletes all files on the HDD. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the HDD. FILE + MANAGEMENT Deletes all files on the HDD and resets the folder and file numbers to "1". Caution : All data on the HDD will be deleted when it is formatted.

  • Page 107: Format Sd Card

    Menu Settings After formatting, touch C. FORMAT SD CARD Deletes all files on the microSD card. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the microSD card. FILE + MANAGEMENT Deletes all files on the microSD card and resets the folder and file numbers to "1". Caution : Not available for selection when no microSD card is inserted.

  • Page 108: Delete Data On Hdd

    Menu Settings DELETE DATA ON HDD 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 “DELETE DATA ON HDD” and touch C. Select “YES”...

  • Page 109: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Rear Zoom/Volume Lever Lens Cover During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range. Do not touch the lens and lens cover. During playback (index screen): Changes the number of images to Do not cover the lens with your fingers during video recording. display.

  • Page 110: Bottom

    Names of Parts Bottom Interior Tripod Mounting Hole “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 16) Speaker microSD Card Slot Outputs audio sound during video playback. Insert an optional microSD card. L (Play) Button “Inserting a microSD Card” (A p. 13) Switches between the recording and playback modes. Battery Release Lever A / B (Video/Still Image) Button “Charging the Battery Pack”...

  • Page 111: 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. 15) LCD Monitor Turns the power on/off by opening and closing. Enables self-portraits to be taken by rotating the monitor. OK Button Confirms the selected item or image.

  • Page 112: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD Monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording Video Mode Recording Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 110) “Taking Videos in Auto Mode” (A p. 18) “Manual Recording” (A p. 24) x.v.Color Effect “x.v.Color” (A p. 81) “EFFECT”...

  • Page 113: Still Image Recording

    Indications on the LCD Monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback Video Mode Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 110) “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 110) Time-Lapse Recording Focus “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING” (A p. 81) “Taking Still Images in Auto Mode”...

  • Page 114: Still Image Playback

    Indications on the LCD Monitor Still Image Playback Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 110) Folder Number File Number Operation Indicator “Playing Back Still Images” (A p. 39) Media “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE” (A p. 105) Battery Indicator “Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power”...

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    Set to the recording mode with the L button. or something similar. “Interior” (A p. 110) If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and Check the A/B mode. performance can not be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

  • Page 116: Card

    Troubleshooting Card Playback Cannot insert the microSD card. Sound or video is interrupted. Make sure not to insert the card in the wrong direction. Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction. “Inserting a microSD Card”...

  • Page 117: Computer

    Troubleshooting Computer Screen/Image Unable to copy files to the PC's HDD. The LCD monitor is difficult to see. Connect the USB cable correctly. The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under “Backing Up All Files” (A p. 70) direct sunlight.

  • Page 118: Other Problems

    It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other Stop video recording before taking still images. (If the microSD card is recording media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. removed and inserted during video recording, still images cannot be recorded.)
  • Page 119 Troubleshooting UNSUPPORTED SCENE! DROP DETECTION WORKED AND THE POWER IS TURNED Use files recorded with this unit. (Files recorded with other devices may not be playable.) Set “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO” to “SD”, then record to a microSD card. “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO” (A p. 105) Turn off the unit, and turn it on again.

  • Page 120: Maintenance

    Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : Be sure to detach the battery pack, AC adapter, and power plug before performing any maintenance. Camcorder Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent.

  • Page 121: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Connectors Item Details Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V HDMI HDMI™ mini connector (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 consumption 3.1 W (when “LCD BACKLIGHT”...
  • Page 122 Specifications Battery Pack (BN-VG114E) Item Details Power voltage 3.6 V Capacity 1400 mAh Dimensions (mm) 31 x 21.5 x 43 (W x H x D) Mass Approx. 40 g “Optional Accessories” (A p. 18) Memo : Some features explained in this manual only apply to the specific model identified.

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