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GUIDEBOOK
CAMCORDER
GZ-HD320
GZ-HD310
GZ-HD300
AA/AG/AH/AS
AH
AA/AG/AH/AS
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.
Before use, please read the safety
information and precautions contained
in pages 6 and 7 to ensure safe use of
this product.
EN
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 GUIDEBOOK CAMCORDER GZ-HD320 AA/AG/AH/AS GZ-HD310 GZ-HD300 AA/AG/AH/AS Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in pages 6 and 7 to ensure safe use of this product. ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) 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. Grip Adjustment Adjust the strap and fasten.
  • Page 3 Date/Time Setting Select the city closest to the area where you use Open the LCD monitor to the camcorder turn on the camcorder Power button LCD monitor Select [ON] if daylight saving time is observed Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger up and down on the sensor.
  • Page 4 Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode Select recording mode (REC) The mode changes when you press the button. The auto recording indicator appears. Start recording Remaining space on the hard disk...
  • Page 5 Playing back Select playback mode (PLAY) The mode changes when you press the button. Select the desired file Index screen Select (Touch OK) Playback screen To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 24)  To view files on TV (Z p. 32) ...
  • Page 6 Dispose of used battery promptly. could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact • Keep away from children. your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the • Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. malfunction yourself.
  • Page 7 Remember that this camcorder is intended for Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause private consumer use only. eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal Any commercial use without proper permission circuitry.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents GETTING STARTED EDITING Accessories ..........10 Managing Files ........35 Preparing the Remote Control ...... 11 Capturing a Still Image from a Video .... 35 Deleting Files ..........35 Index ............12 Protecting Files ..........37 Indications on LCD Monitor ....14 Viewing File Information ....... 38 Necessary Settings before Use .....16 Changing the Event Registration ....
  • Page 9 After the menu is displayed on the LCD recorded data to a DVD or other recording monitor: media for storage. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of important data,...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Accessories BN-VF808U AP-V20E AP-V20M AC Adapter Power Cord Battery Pack (For AP-V20M only) RM-V751U Component Cable AV Cable USB Cable Remote Control CR2025 Lithium Battery CD-ROM Pre-installed in the remote control. NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.

  • Page 11: Preparing The Remote Control

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

  • Page 12: Index

    Index NOTE • Be careful not to cover 3, 4, 5, and 6 during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.
  • Page 13 Camcorder Remote Control ! Power Button Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window # HDMI Mini Connector (Z p. 32) R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/Out) $ Component Connector (Z p. 32) S Up Button % DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15) T Skip Backward Button &...

  • Page 14: Indications On Lcd Monitor

    Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image During Video Recording Only Recording 1 . 1 1 . 2 0 0 9 1 6 : 5 5 ! Mode Indicator # EXPORT Mode Indicator (Z p. 59) ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator $ Counter (Z p.
  • Page 15 During Video Playback During Still Image Playback 1 . 1 1 . 2 0 0 9 1 6 : 5 5 1 1 . 2 0 0 9 1 6 : 5 5 ! Mode Indicator ! Mode Indicator # Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z p. 26) # Quick Review Indicator (Z p.

  • Page 16: Necessary Settings Before Use

    Necessary Settings before Use To detach the battery pack  Charging the Battery Pack Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter. NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with just the AC adapter.

  • Page 17: Language Setting

    Select [CLOCK SETTING]. Select the city closest to the area you are traveling. Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder. To return to the previous screen  Select @. Selected area is highlighted To quit the screen ...

  • Page 18: Other Settings

    Other Settings Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it to the tripod. NOTE Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.

  • Page 19: Using A Microsd Card

    To remove a microSD card  Using a microSD Card Push the microSD card once. After the card comes out a little, pull it out. The camcorder is programmed to record on the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from NOTE •...

  • Page 20: Recording/Playback

    RECORDING/PLAYBACK Recording Files Video Recording Slide the mode switch to select Press PLAY/REC to select the (video) mode. recording mode. SNAPSHOT Press START/STOP to start recording. Approximate remaining time for recording You can also start/stop recording by selecting [REC] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen recording control) To stop recording To change the video quality...

  • Page 21: Still Image Recording

    Still Image Recording Slide the mode switch to select Press PLAY/REC to select the (still image) mode. recording mode. Press and hold SNAPSHOT halfway. indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused. Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a still image. To view the last recorded image ...

  • Page 22: Zooming

    Recording Files (Continued) Checking the Remaining Battery Zooming Power Preparation: • Select mode. mode: • Select the recording mode. Press INFO twice or INFO and then select Zoom out Zoom in mode: Press INFO. W: Wide angle T: Telephoto You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or [T] on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 23: Registering Files To Events

    Select Registering Files to Events If you select an event to register the file to before starting recording, you can find the file easily at playback. Preparation: • Select mode. To turn off the face detection mode •  Select the recording mode. Select again.

  • Page 24: Playing Back Files

    Playing Back Files Video Playback Press PLAY/REC to select the Slide the mode switch to select playback mode. (video) mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page To change the number of thumbnails ...

  • Page 25: Still Image Playback

    Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. (still image) mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page To zoom in the image during playback ...

  • Page 26: Playback With Special Effects

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

  • Page 27: File Search Function

    Date Index Screen File Search Function You can search the desired file by the Preparation: recording date. • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Select mode, go to step 3. In case of Group Index Screen You can search the desired file by the group. Select [SEARCH DATE].

  • Page 28: Playing Back Mts Files

    Playing Back Files (Continued) Event Screen Playing Back MTS Files You can search the desired file by the event MTS files (demonstration files, etc.) are stored that you registered the file to when recording. in the EXTMOV folder. (Z p. 23) After searching by the event, you can Follow the procedure below to play back the search by the recording date to narrow down MTS files in the EXTMOV folder.

  • Page 29: Manual Recording

    Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the Manual Setting in Menu focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. In the manual recording mode: Changing to Manual Recording Mode Touch MENU. Preparation: Select [MANUAL SETTING]. • Select mode. • Select the recording mode.
  • Page 30 Manual Recording (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function. NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim locations by adjusting the shutter speed automatically. TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural. SCENE SELECT 6 PORTRAIT: The subject in the foreground is accentuated Adjusts the exposure and by blurring the background.
  • Page 31 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset @ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. MANUAL: MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills Adjusts the white balance to the screen.

  • Page 32: Using With Tv

    USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder is designed to be used with NOTE high-definition or PAL-type color television • When connecting to the HDMI cable, the signals. It cannot be used with a television of a image or sound may not appear on the TV different standard.

  • Page 33: Playback Operation

    To connect using the AV connector  Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed DC Connector AV Connector AC Adapter Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. (Only when connecting the camcorder to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX...

  • Page 34: Operating In Conjunction With Tv Via Hdmi

    Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Operation method 1  Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CEC- enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you to utilize the following convenient functions. • HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC ! Turn on the TV turns on...

  • Page 35: Editing

    EDITING Managing Files CAUTION Deleting Files Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning • Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete off the power) while accessing files. Also, them, release the protection first. (Z p. 37) •...
  • Page 36 Managing Files (Continued) Deleting Selected Files Deleting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35) After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35) Select [FILE SELECT]. Select [DELETE ALL]. Select the desired file and select Select [YES]. • mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step.

  • Page 37: Protecting Files

    Protecting Selected Files Protecting Files After performing steps 1-3 Preparation: • Select mode. Select [FILE SELECT]. • Select the playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select the desired file and select Select [PROTECT/CANCEL]. • (protection) mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. •...

  • Page 38: Viewing File Information

    Managing Files (Continued) Protecting All Files Viewing File Information After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 37) Preparation: mode: Select [PROTECT ALL]. Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. mode: Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen.

  • Page 39: Changing The Event Registration

    Select a new event. Changing the Event Registration To cancel the event registration, select Preparation: [CANCEL]. • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Changing the Event of the Selected Files After performing steps 1-3 Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE]. Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].

  • Page 40: Dividing Files

    Managing Files (Continued) Select [DIVIDE HERE]. Dividing Files You can divide a selected video into two. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. To set the division point again, select [CANCEL]. Touch MENU. To quit the screen  Select [EDIT].

  • Page 41: Trimming Files

    Select [SET] at the end point. Trimming Files It is recommended to select [SET] after the pause button is pressed. You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file. Preparation: • Select mode.

  • Page 42: Face Detection Zoom

    Managing Files (Continued) Select [SAVE]. Face Detection Zoom You can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as a new file. Preparation: • Select mode. Zoom images are saved in 16:9 aspect • Select the playback mode. regardless of the original aspect.

  • Page 43: Playlists

    Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize Select the file to add to playlist. recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. To preview scenes, select the file and Creating Playlists select [CHECK].

  • Page 44: Playing Back Playlists

    Playlists (Continued) Creating Playlists Including Picture Playing Back Playlists Titles You can easily create a playlist including a Touch MENU. picture title. Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. Press TITLE. Select the playlist. Select the desired picture title. You can check the picture title in full-screen To stop playback ...

  • Page 45: Other Operations Of Playlists

    Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 43) Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8.

  • Page 46: Copying

    Select [COPY] or [MOVE]. this camcorder onto VCR/DVD recorder. NOTE • It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may take approx. • [COPY]: 2 times longer than the time that is described Files are copied to the destination in the instruction manual of DVD burner.

  • Page 47: Using A Bd/Dvd Burner

    When connecting to a BD burner, use a Using a BD/DVD Burner USB cable with Mini-A(Male) to B(Male) connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is The files in the camcorder can be backed up to recommended. Refer to page 58 for details.
  • Page 48 Copying Files (Continued) Select [EXECUTE]. Backup All Files • The files are copied on the disc. When Preparation: [COMPLETED] appears, touch OK. • Select mode. • When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS • Select HDD or microSD card. [STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears, •...
  • Page 49 Selecting Files for Backup mode: • [SAVE BY DATE]: Preparation: • Files are sorted according to the date Select mode. • on which they were recorded. Relevant Select HDD or microSD card. • files are displayed in a list. Select the Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD recording date.
  • Page 50 Copying Files (Continued) To check whether the disc was created  Digest Playback properly In step 1, select [PLAYBACK]. You can view a few seconds from the beginning of each video (digest) in the created To play back the created disc using the ...

  • Page 51: Using A Usb External Hard Disk Drive

    USB external hard disk drive from the Desk series product, use a USB cable with camcorder. You can also play the files in the Mini-A(Male) to Mini-B(Male) connectors. JVC’s USB external hard disk drive on the camcorder. QAM0852-001 (optional) is recommended.
  • Page 52 Copying Files (Continued) To play back the files in the USB external When copying or playing back   • hard disk drive Copying may take time. (For example, saving 1) In step 1, select [PLAYBACK]. 1 hour video in XP mode takes about 20 2) Select the desired folder.

  • Page 53: Dubbing Files To A Vcr/Dvd Recorder

    Open the LCD monitor to turn on the Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder camcorder. Preparation: • Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX Create a playlist. • input mode. Turn off all units. Check that the images from the camcorder To connect using the AV connectors ...

  • Page 54: Pc Operation

    PC OPERATION Creating a Disc Using a PC You can copy the data from the camcorder and Click [Easy Installation]. create a disc using a PC. Installing the software to the PC System Requirements Windows Vista Follow the on-screen instructions. Windows Vista ®...
  • Page 55 Making Backup on the PC Click [All volume in camcorder] and click [Next]. Preparation: • Install the software to the PC. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC’s HDD. • Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.
  • Page 56 Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued) Making User Lists to Arrange the Click the recording date. Files You can make a user list of a certain subject (such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files related to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC.
  • Page 57 Copying Files to a disc Drag the file, and drop into the part at the bottom and click [Next]. Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats. Select the one that suits your purpose. DVD-Video Suitable if you will give the disc disc: to your friends and relatives.
  • Page 58 Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the following information ready.

  • Page 59: Using With A Portable Media Player

    Using with a Portable Media Player Turning on the Export Mode Changing the Export Setting You can easily transfer videos recorded in You can set the recorded videos to the export export mode to iTunes . All the files with the setting.

  • Page 60: Transferring The Files To Pc

    Using with a Portable Media Player (Continued) Transferring the Files to PC Preparation: Install iTunes on a PC. ® http://www.apple.com/itunes/ Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY]. All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC.

  • Page 61: Uploading Files To Websites

    Uploading Files to Websites Turning on the Upload Mode Upload Trimming You can upload the file to video sharing You can select the necessary part of the websites (YouTube™) quickly after recording. video and save it as a new video file ready for uploading.

  • Page 62: Uploading Files

    Uploading Files to Websites (Continued) Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE]. Uploading Files For details on uploading files, refer to the operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM. Connect the camcorder to the PC To set the start/end point again, select with the USB cable. [REDEFINE AREA].

  • Page 63: Further Information

    FURTHER INFORMATION Changing the Menu Settings Touch MENU. To return to the previous screen  Select @. Select the desired menu. To quit the screen  Select [QUIT]. Select the desired setting. Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset See page 29. (In the manual recording mode only) MANUAL SETTING LIGHT See page 22.
  • Page 64 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Mode Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset UXP: Extra High quality It is recommended to use UXP mode when you will copy the video to a BD. Video recorded in UXP mode cannot be copied to an AVCHD disc without downgrading the video quality.
  • Page 65 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. DISPLAY SETTINGS AA/AG/AS model: [ENGLISH] LANGUAGE AH model: [汉语] Sets the display language. See page 17. CLOCK ADJUST See page 16. Sets the time. DATE STYLE: DATE DISPLAY STYLE month.day.year / year.month.day / [day.month.year] Sets the date and time display TIME:...
  • Page 66 Updates and improves the system NOTE software. Information about obtaining system update will be made available on the JVC’s web site. FACTORY PRESET YES: Performs this function. Returns all the camcorder settings to [NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset.
  • Page 67 Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [CONNECTION SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. CONNECTION SETTINGS DISPLAY ON TV [OFF]: Does not display on TV. Displays camcorder’s on-screen ON: Displays on TV. display on a TV screen. VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the 4:3 / [16:9] screen of the connected television when outputting videos from the AV...
  • Page 68 Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. MEDIA SETTINGS REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE [HDD] / SD Sets the recording medium for still images. REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO [HDD] / SD Sets the recording medium for video.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    If the solutions indicated in the malfunctions. chart do not solve the problem, consult your • The camcorder heats up when it is used for a nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for long time. instructions. • The battery heats up during charging.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action • Recording cannot be Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode ( performed. • Vertical lines appear on Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated recorded images. by bright light. This is not a malfunction. •...
  • Page 71 Trouble Action • Sound or video are Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction. interrupted. • Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on the index screen. (Video files that have damaged management information can be Cannot find a recorded played back.) video.
  • Page 72 If a malfunction occurs in the HDD  ! P erform [FORMAT HDD]. (All data is deleted.) # If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally ...

  • Page 73: Warning Indications

    Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the SET DATE/TIME! clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. COMMUNICATING ERROR • CANNOT USE IN Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [HDD].
  • Page 74 Warning Indications (Continued) Indication Action • VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS Select [OK] to restore. DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK, RECOVER? • Use files recorded with the camcorder. (Files recorded with other UNSUPPORTED FILE! device may not be played back.) •...

  • Page 75: Cleaning

    Indication Action • DVD-R DISC HAS BEEN ALREADY Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc. USED • FINALIZATION FAILED Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc. • NO FILES Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode ( Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.

  • Page 76: Specifications

    Specifications General AC Adapter   Power supply Power requirement DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) AC 110 V to 240 V , 50 Hz/60 Hz DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Output § Power consumption DC 11 V , 1 A Approx.
  • Page 77 Approximate recordable time (for video) microSD Card Recording medium GZ-HD300 GZ-HD310 GZ-HD320 Quality 60 GB 80 GB 120 GB 4 GB 8 GB 5 h 30 m 7 h 20 m 11 h 20 m 40 m...

  • Page 78: Cautions

    Cautions Battery Pack Recording Medium • Be sure to follow the guidelines below Terminals The supplied battery pack is a to prevent corruption or damage to your lithium-ion battery. Before using recorded data. the supplied battery pack or an • Do not bend or drop the recording medium, optional battery pack, be sure or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or...
  • Page 79 • To prevent the unit from dropping, Main Unit • Fasten the grip belt securely. • When using the camcorder with a tripod, • For safety, DO NOT attach the camcorder to the tripod securely..open the camcorder’s chassis. If the camcorder drops, you may be injured and ...
  • Page 80 JVC Software License Agreement 4 LIMITED WARRANTY JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT JVC warrants that any media in which the IMPORTANT Program is embodied are free from any TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE defects in materials and workmanship TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE...
  • Page 81 CAUTION: Agreement without giving any notice to You. • Operate this equipment according to the In this event, JVC may claim against You for operating procedures described in this any damages caused by Your breach. Should manual. this Agreement be terminated, You must •...
  • Page 82 MEMO...

  • Page 84: Terms

    Terms AC Adapter ............16 Manual Recording ..........29 Adjust Brightness ..........30 Menu Settings ...........63 Auto Finalize ............66 microSD Card ............19 Auto Power Off ..........65 Monitor Backlight ..........65 AV Connection ..........33, 53 Monitor Bright ............65 Moving Files ............46 Backlight Compensation ........31 Battery Pack ..........16, 78 Number of Images ..........77 BD/DVD Backup ..........47 On-screen recording control ......20...

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