EN
GUIDEBOOK
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER
U
GZ-HD40
GZ-HD30
U
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this hard
disk camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained on pages 8 and 9 to ensure
safe use of this product.
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on the
bottom of the camera) and Serial No.
(located on the battery pack mount of the
camera) below.
Model No.
Serial No.
ENGLISH
Before recording, charge the battery and set the date/time.
See the next page for recording videos.
Preparation
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera
Q
Power Button
Select [YES] within
10 seconds
Set the date and time
R
S
Select
Select
CLOCK ADJUST
DATE
SET DATE/TIME!
TIME
JAN 31 2008 11 07 AM
YES
NO
SELECT
SET
QUIT
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Set
Set
When the message disappears, press the
power button for at least 2 seconds to turn
off the power, and then press it again for at
least 2 seconds.
To change the date and time (Z p. 19)
Open the lens cover
Select video mode
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Before recording an important scene, it is
recommended to conduct a trial recording.
Video recording
CAUTION
This camera records video in accordance with the AVCHD format or
MPEG-2 TS format. For details, see page 6.
Try recording with easy [AUTO] mode first.
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Select recording mode
Q
SELECT
PLAY/REC
When recording
The mode changes when
you press the button
Select auto mode
R
S
The auto recording
indicator appears.
AUTO
INFO
/
The mode changes when
you press the button
(recording mode only)
Start recording
Remaining space on
the hard disk
Picture Quality
Record-standby
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]
0 : 0 1 : 3 0
XP
START
/STOP
Press the START/STOP
button to start recording,
and press it again to stop
REC
Recording
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Playing back
Select playback mode
Q
R
S
SELECT
PLAY/REC
The mode changes when
you press the button
Select the desired file
Index screen
1/1
VIDEO
SELECT SET
SORT
Press down the set lever
Playback screen
Press down the set lever to
start playback, and press it
again to stop
To perform operations such as fast forwarding or fast rewinding (Z p. 30)
To view video/still image on TV (Z p. 35)
CAUTION
Don’t forget to make copies after recording!
To copy files onto DVD discs (Z p. 45)
To dub files using a VCR/DVD recorder (Z p. 50)
To play back a created DVD disc (Z p. 46, 48)
To edit files on your computer (Z p. 11)
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•
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High-definition Recording Format
This camera has two high-definition recording formats.
Select the one that suits your purpose.
To record for a long time
Recording format
To copy videos to a DVD and play back on
a AVCHD compatible device such as Blu-
ray recorder, etc
AVCHD
(factory-preset)
• You can record to a microSD card.
• You can divide a video.
To record at maximum picture quality (FHD
mode)
Recording format
To edit videos on your PC
(You can edit videos in a short time.)
MPEG-2 TS
• You can dub and edit videos on an HDV
compatible device. (GZ-HD40: 1440 CBR only)
• You can view video written back from a PC.
(Z p. 11)
NOTES
• When you edit videos using the provided QuickTime Component for Everio
software (for Macintosh), select MPEG-2 TS format.
• If you edit videos in MPEG-2 TS format on a computer, set [x.v.Color] to [OFF]
before the recording.
• You cannot copy videos of two formats to one DVD.
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Before recording
To select a recording format
! Select [STREAM FORMAT] in the
[BASIC SETTINGS] in the recording
mode.
# Select the desired picture quality in
the [VIDEO QUALITY] in the MENU.
BASIC SETTINGS
AVCHD
S
XP
MPEG-2 TS
SP
L
EP
CLOCK ADJUST
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
DIS
NORMAL QUALITY
RETURN SET
QUIT
RETURN SET
QUIT
(in AVCHD format)
Before playing back
If you recorded videos in both AVCHD and MPEG-2 TS format,
select the recording format also when playing back.
Only videos in the selected format (AVCHD or MPEG-2 TS) are played back.
Only videos in the selected format (AVCHD or MPEG-2 TS) are displayed on the LCD
monitor, but the other videos are also stored.
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Copying Files to a DVD
To copy videos to a DVD using
a DVD burner (sold separately)
(Z p. 45)
To copy videos to a DVD using a
PC (Z p. 11)
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Safety Precautions
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or
more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able
to get out.)
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules or
laws governing the disposal of these batteries must
be followed strictly.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places
with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTES:
The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
•
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.
The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
•
The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
•
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to the camera and to the user.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It
could tip over, causing serious damage to the camera.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to
the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the camera to fall, resulting in damage.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
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CAUTION:
For USA-California Only
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material
– special handling may apply.
WARNING:
Batteries, including lithium batteries installed in
the camera and the remote control, should not be
exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine,
fire or the like.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
Remember that this camera is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
10.Use only with the cart,
Trademarks
AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony
Corporation.
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Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
•
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
•
x.v.Color™ is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
•
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution
when moving the cart/
apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI
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Licensing, LLC.
Windows® is either registered trademark or
•
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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11.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
12.Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
If this symbol is shown, it is only valid
in the European Union.
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Contents
How to Use the Everio Dock ........... 12
High-definition Dubbing................... 49
10 EN
Read This First!
PC OPERATION
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. (Z p. 45) JVC will not be
responsible for any lost data.
For Windows
Refer to the PC OPERATION GUIDE in the
supplied CD-ROM.
! Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.
After a moment, the [Software Setup] screen
appears. If the [Software Setup] screen does
not appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon
in [My Computer].
Make a trial recording
Before the actual recording of important data,
make a trial recording and play back the
recorded data to check that the video and
sound have been recorded correctly.
Reset the camera if it does not operate
correctly
This camera uses a microcomputer. Factors
such as background noise and interference
can prevent it from operating correctly. If the
camera does not operate correctly, reset the
camera. (Z p. 62)
# Click
Precautions on handling batteries
NOTE
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/
VF815U/VF823U battery packs.
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Refer to the PC OPERATION GUIDE for the
system requirements of the provided software.
For details, refer to the User’s guide or Help of
the software.
If the camera is subjected to electrostatic
discharge, turn off the power before using it
again.
•
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the
camera immediately and consult your local
JVC dealer
For Macintosh
! Load the provided CD-ROM into the
Computer.
# Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
$ Double-click “Start.pdf” in the “PC guide”
folder.
If a problem occurs when using the microSD
•
card, take the card together with the camera
for repair. If one of them is not included,
the cause of the malfunction cannot be
diagnosed, and the camera cannot be
repaired.
% Click the desired language.
Recorded data may be erased while the
•
NOTES
camera is being repaired or inspected. Back
up all data before requesting repairs or
inspections.
• When you edit videos using the provided
QuickTime Component for Everio
software (for Macintosh), select MPEG-2
TS format.
Because cameras may be used
for demonstration in a shop, the
demonstration mode is set to on by default
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set
[DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (Z p. 54)
• If you edit videos in MPEG-2 TS format on
a computer, set [x.v.Color] to [OFF] before
the recording.
• Adobe® Acrobat® Reader™ or Adobe®
Reader® must be installed to read PDF
files. Adobe® Reader® can be located from
Do not cover the fan (Z p. 14 (, /)
If the camera becomes too hot inside it may
cause a malfunction.
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GETTING STARTED
Accessories
AC Adapter
AP-V14U/AP-V18U
Battery Pack
BN-VF815U
Component Cable
Audio/Video Cable
(Z p. 35)
(Z p. 36, 50)
USB Cable
Shoulder Strap
CD-ROM
(Z p. 11)
Remote Control
RM-V751U (Z p. 13)
(Z p. 20)
GZ-HD40
Lithium Battery
CR2025
Pre-installed in the
remote control unit.
Everio Dock
CU-VC7U
(Z below)
NOTE
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
GZ-HD40
How to Use the Everio Dock
You can connect cables to the connectors of the Everio dock. The connection is completed when
you place the camera on the dock.
USB Connector
Camera Connection
Terminal
i.LINK Connector
COMPONENT Connector
AV Connector
DC Connector
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Preparing the Remote Control
A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase.
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Beam Effective Area
To Reinsert the Battery
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock
tab.
Remote Sensor
Lock Tab
Lithium Battery
(CR2025)
Effective distance:
Max. 5 m (16 ft)
NOTE
The transmitted beam may not be effective
or may cause incorrect operation when the
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight
or powerful lighting.
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7 Stereo Microphone
8 Grip Strap (Z p. 20)
Camera
9 HDMI Connector [HDMI] (Z p. 35)
: DC Connector [DC] (Z p. 18)
; Microphone Input Connector [MIC]
! Index Button [INDEX] (Z p. 33)/
Remaining Space Button/
Data Battery Button [ 0/1 ] (Z p. 24)
# Set Lever
< Headphone Connector [
]
= LED Light
Move to ¡ :
> USB Connector [
]
2
Reverse Skip (Z p. 30)/Up/Backlight
Compensation Button [ - ] (Z p. 27)
Move to ¢ :
? Remote Sensor (Z p. 13)
@ Lens Cover/Lens
A Shoe (for external microphone, etc)
Forward Skip (Z p. 30)/Down/Manual
Focus Button [FOCUS] (Z p. 26)
Move to £ :
B Shoe Cover
C Lens Cover Switch [
,
] (Z p. 20)
= >
D microSD Card Slot (Z p. 21)
Reverse Search (Z p. 30)/Left/Light
Button [LIGHT] (Z p. 24)
Move to ¤ :
GZ-HD40
E
Everio Dock Connector
F Tripod Mounting Socket (Z p. 20)
G Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Z p. 18)
H Battery Pack Mount
Forward Search (Z p. 30)/Right/Program
AE Button [PROGRAM AE] (Z p. 26)
Press down:
Remote Control
Play/Pause (Z p. 30)
$ Menu Button [MENU]
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window
R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons
(Zoom in/out during playback.)
S Up Button
% LCD Monitor
& Speaker
( Fan outlet
) Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Blinks when you
access files. Do not turn off the power or
remove the battery pack/AC adapter while
accessing files.)
Rotate Button (counterclockwise) (Z p. 31)
T Skip Backward Button
U Left Button
V Back Button
Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]
(Blinks when you charge the battery.)
W PLAYLIST Button (Z p. 42)
X START/STOP Button
Y SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 23)
Z INFO Button (Z p. 39)
a Skip Forward Button
b PLAY/PAUSE Button
c Right Button
* Zoom Lever [W 7,T ] (Z p. 24)
,
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (Z p. 30)
+ Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]
(Z p. 23)
, Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO] (Z p. 26)/
Information Button [INFO] (Z p. 39)
- Power Button (You can turn off the camera
by pressing and holding this button.)
. Direct Disc Button [DIRECT DISC]/
Focus Assist Button [FOCUS ASSIST]
(Z p. 27)
d Next Button
e Down Button
Rotate Button (clockwise) (Z p. 31)
f INDEX Button
g DISP Button
/ Fan inlet
NOTE
0 Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK UP]/
Quick Review Button [QUICK REVIEW]
(Z p. 22, 23)
You can move the zooming area with the up/
down/left/right button during zoom in playback
mode.
1 Delete Button [
2 Playback/Recording Mode Switching Button
[PLAY/REC] (Z p. 22, 23)
]
*
3 Audio/Video Connector [AV] (Z p. 36, 50)
4 Component Connector [COMPONENT]
(Z p. 35)
5 Mode Switch [!, #]
6 Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/
STOP] (Z p. 22)
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Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image
Recording
During Video Recording Only
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]
0: 04: 01
REC
XP
xvC
0
200X
PHOTO
W
T
F4.0
1/4000
FOCUS
! Mode Indicator (Z p. 22)
LCD
4:55PM
# Wind Cut Indicator (Z p. 52)
$ x.v.Color™ (Z p. 52)
% Picture Quality (Z p. 51)
& Remaining Time (Z p. 22, 67)
( Counter
JAN.20.2008
! Selected Recording Mode Indicator
(Z p. 26)
# Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z p. 29)
$ Approximate Zoom Ratio (Z p. 51)
% Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 22, 23)
& Zoom Indicator (Z p. 24)
( Focus Assist Indicator (Z p. 27)
) Shutter Speed (Z p. 28)
)
REC : (Appears during recording.)
M
(Z p. 22)
: (Appears during record-standby
MQ
mode.)
* Shooting Indicator (Z p. 22)
+ Microphone Input Level Indicator (Z p. 52)
, Event Indicator (Z p. 25)
- Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)
(Z p. 51)
* Brightness/Sharpness Control Indicator
(Z p. 54, 29)
+ Battery Indicator
, Date/Time (Z p. 19)
- Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator
(Z p. 26)
. Monitor Backlight (Z p. 54)
/ Selected Recording Medium Indicator
(Z p. 57)
During Still Image Recording Only
0 Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)
(Z p. 54)
1 Effect Mode Indicator (Z p. 29)
2 Program AE Mode Indicator (Z p. 26)
3 White Balance Indicator (Z p. 29)
4 Aperture Value (F-number) (Z p. 29)
5 LED Light Indicator (Z p. 24)
1920
[ 9 9 9 9 ]
FINE
PHOTO
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! Mode Indicator (Z p. 23)
# ISO Sensitivity
(GAIN): When set to [AUTO], there is no
indication. (Z p. 53)
$ Focus Indicator (Z p. 23)
% Image Size (Z p. 53)
6
0 : Exposure Adjustment Indicator
(Z p. 28)
- : Backlight Compensation Indicator
(Z p. 27)
& Picture Quality (Z p. 53)
( Remaining Number of Shots (Z p. 67)
) { : Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator
(Z p. 53)
. : Spot Exposure Control Indicator
(Z p. 27)
: Iris Lock Indicator (Z p. 27, 28)
C
: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator
J
(Z p. 53)
* Shooting Indicator (Z p. 23)
+ Self-Timer Indicator (Z p. 53)
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During Video Playback
During Still Image Playback
XP
1080p xvC
X - 6 0
1 : 5 5 : 0 1
1080p
1 0 1 - 0 0 9 8
4 : 5 5
PM
4:55PM
JAN. 20. 200 8
JAN. 20. 2008
! Mode Indicator (Z p. 30)
: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears
! Mode Indicator (Z p. 31)
# Output with 1080p (Z p. 55)
$ Folder/File Number
% Slide Show Playback Indicator (Z p. 31)
& Battery Indicator
( Date/Time
#
6
when playing back a playlist.) (Z p. 43)
$ Output with 1080p (Z p. 55)
% x.v.Color™ (Z p. 52)
& Picture Quality (Z p. 51)
( Playback Mode (Z p. 30)
Playback
Pause
Forward Search
Reverse Search
Forward Slow-Motion
Reverse Slow-Motion
:
:
:
:
F
Q
K
J
:
:
QF
PQ
(The number on the left shows speed.)
) Counter
* Volume Level Indicator
+ Battery Indicator
, Date/Time
- Effect Mode Indicator (Z p. 32)
. Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z p. 32)
Operation guide display
The operation guide is displayed at the
bottom of the screen during menu display
etc.
SELECT SET
QUIT
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Necessary Settings before Use
Required charging/recording time
(approx.)
Charging the Battery Pack
*When the LED light is off and the monitor
backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
1 Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
Recording
Battery pack Charging time
time
camera.
2 Attach the battery pack.
BN-VF815U
(Provided)
2 hr. 40 min.
3 hr. 50 min.
1 hr. 25 min.*
2 hr. 10 min.*
BATT.
BN-VF823U
NOTE
The actual recording time may shorten
depending on the recording environment, such
as when recording scenes with fast moving.
3 Connect the AC adapter.
To detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (step 2), then remove
the battery pack.
DC Connector
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)
AC Adapter
To check the remaining battery power
See page 24.
The power/charge lamp blinks to
indicate charging has started.
•
NOTES
When the lamp goes out, charging is
finished.
•
You can also use the camera with just the AC
adapter.
•
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter
plug and cable. This may damage the AC
adapter.
•
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Date/Time Setting
Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the
camera.
camera.
2 Press MENU.
2 Press MENU.
MENU
MENU
3 Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
3 Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
Select
GAIN UP
Select
GAIN UP
x.v.Color
REGISTER EVENT
BASIC SETTINGS
x.v.Color
REGISTER EVENT
BASIC SETTINGS
Set
SET
QUIT
Set
SET
QUIT
QUIT
QUIT
4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST].
4 Select [LANGUAGE].
Select
BASIC SETTINGS
STREAM FORMAT
LANGUAGE
Select
BASIC SETTINGS
STREAM FORMAT
LANGUAGE
CLOCK ADJUST
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
SET DATE/TIME
CLOCK ADJUST
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
SELECT LANGUAGE
Set
RETURN SET
QUIT
Set
RETURN SET
5 Set the date and time.
5 Select the desired language.
Select
CLOCK ADJUST
Select
BASIC SETTINGS
DATE
TIME
S
L
JAN 31 2008 11 07 AM
C
D
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Set
RETURN SET
Repeat this step to input the month, day,
year, hour and minute.
To return to the previous screen
To return to the previous screen
Move the set lever to £.
Move the set lever to £.
To quit the screen
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
Press MENU.
NOTE
If you do not set the date and time, the [SET
DATE/TIME!] screen appears every time you
turn on the camera.
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Other Settings
Grip Adjustment
Lens Cover
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
When not using the camera, close the lens
cover to protect the lens.
Lens Cover
Lens Cover
Switch
NOTE
Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so
may cause damage to the lens.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Tripod Mounting
Align the camera stud hole with the tripod stud,
and the mounting socket with the screw, and
then rotate the camera clockwise to mount it to
the tripod.
Eyelet
Buckle
Strap Guide
NOTE
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious
damage to the camera.
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R Change the recording medium
When Using a microSD Card
The camera is programmed to record on the
built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the
factory.You can change the recording medium
to microSD card (AVCHD format only).
If you want to record to a microSD card, the
following 3 operations need to be performed.
Operations are confirmed on the following
microSD cards.
- Panasonic
•
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and [REC
MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD]. (Z p. 57)
- TOSHIBA
- SanDisk
- ATP
Video recording:
Class 4 or 6 compatible microSDHC card
(4 GB, 8 GB)
Still image recording:
microSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or
microSDHC card (4 GB, 8 GB)
If other media are used, they may fail to
record data correctly, or they may lose data
that had already been recorded.
S Format a microSD card when using it
for the first time
This will also ensure stable speeds and
operation when accessing the microSD card.
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format the
card. (Z p. 56)
•
MultiMediaCards are not supported.
•
Q Insert a microSD card
Preparation:
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera.
1 Open the microSD card cover.
2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped
edge first.
3 Close the microSD card cover.
To remove a microSD card
Push the microSD card once.
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.
NOTES
Insert and remove the microSD card only
while the power is turned off. Otherwise, data
on the card may be corrupted.
•
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side
of the label.
•
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RECORDING
Recording Files
Video Recording
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.
Press PLAY/REC to select the
recording mode.
Slide the mode switch to select !
(video) mode.
SELECT
PLAY/REC
Press START/STOP to start
recording.
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]
XP
0 : 0 1 : 3 0
REC
START
/STOP
Approximate remaining
time for recording
To record a still image during video
recording
Press SNAPSHOT (Up to 3 times in a row).
To stop recording
Press START/STOP again.
To view the last recorded scene
Press QUICK REVIEW while recording is
paused. Pressing DELETE during playback
deletes that scene.
To change the picture quality
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].
(Z p. 51)
NOTES
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically
to conserve power. To turn on the camera again when using the battery pack, close the LCD
monitor and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.
A new file will be created for every 4 GB.
Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording. If you do so, the driving sound
(hum) of the hard disk may be recorded.
•
•
•
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Still Image Recording
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.
Press PLAY/REC to select the
recording mode.
Slide the mode switch to select #
(still image) mode.
SELECT
PLAY/REC
19
Press and hold SNAPSHOT
halfway.
1920
[
FINE
The ? indicator becomes green when
the captured image is focused.
Press SNAPSHOT fully to take the
picture.
To view the last recorded scene
Press QUICK REVIEW while recording is
paused. Pressing DELETE during playback
deletes that scene.
20
[ 9 9 9 9 ]
FINE
To change the picture quality
Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY].
(Z p. 53)
PHOTO
To change the image size
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE].
(Z p. 53)
To record still images continuously
Set [SHUTTER MODE] to [CONTINUOUS
SHOOTING]. (Z p. 53)
NOTES
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.
•
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically
to conserve power. To turn on the camera again when using the battery pack, close the LCD
monitor and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.
The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 size may be cut off when printed. Check whether 16:9
size prints can be printed at your local print store.
When you turn off the camera after the recording is paused and turn it on again, the QUICK
REVIEW and DELETE button cannot work.
•
•
•
EN ꢀꢁ
Recording Files (Continued)
Checking the Remaining Battery
Power
Zooming
Preparation:
Select ! or # mode.
Preparation:
•
Select the recording mode.
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the
camera.
•
•
Zoom out
Zoom in
Attach the battery pack.
•
! mode: press INDEX twice.
# mode: press INDEX.
BATTERY CONDITION
W: Wide angle
T: Telephoto
MAX TIME
min
Maximum zoom ratio is [10x] (factory-preset).
INDEX
To change the maximum zoom ratio
(! mode only)
Battery information is displayed for approx.
3 seconds if the button is pressed and
released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds
if the button is pressed and held for several
seconds.
Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z p. 51)
NOTE
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.
5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is
set all the way to W.
To return to the normal screen
Press INDEX.
NOTE
LED Light
The recordable time display should only be
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute
units.
Preparation:
Select ! or # mode.
•
Select the recording mode.
•
Each time you press the setting changes.
The LED light remains on
regardless of the surrounding
conditions.
D
The LED light turns on
automatically when shooting in
insufficient light conditions.
A
D
Deactivates this function.
No display
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Checking the Remaining Space
on the Recording Media
Registering Files to Events
!
!
If you select an event to register the file to
before starting recording, the file will be
registered to the selected event, thus making
the file easy to find at playback.
Preparation:
Select ! mode.
•
Select the recording mode.
•
MAX RECORDING TIME
Preparation:
HDD
XP
SP
EP
11h00m
19h00m
35h00m
Select ! mode.
•
Select the recording mode.
•
FREE
USED
QUIT
INDEX
SELECT
SET
1 Press MENU.
MENU
The maximum recording time is displayed for
each picture quality mode.
AVCHD format:
: High quality
: Standard quality
: For recording for a long time
g
S
2 Select [REGISTER EVENT].
h
Select
GAIN UP
MPEG-2 TS format:
x.v.Color
: Full high-definition quality
R
REGISTER EVENT
: Fixed bit-rate
U
BASIC SETTINGS
REGISTER EVENT AT RECORDING
Set
SET
QUIT
To change the picture quality
1) Select the picture quality.
2) Press the set lever.
3 Select the event that you want to
register the file to.
To cancel the event registration, select
[DON’T REGISTER].
To return to the normal screen
Press INDEX twice.
1/ 3
VACATION
Select
DON'T REGISTER
NEXT PAGE
Set
SELECT
REGISTER QUIT
The selected event is displayed on the
screen.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
To search by event for a file to play back
See page 34.
NOTE
Once you select a certain event to register a
file, the setting will remain even if you turn off
the camera.
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Manual Recording
Manual recording mode enables you to set the
focus and screen brightness, etc. manually.
Items for program AE setting
PORTRAIT:
6
•
The subject in the foreground is
accentuated by blurring the background.
H SPORTS:
To Change to Manual Recording
Mode
•
•
Records fast moving subjects clearly.
G SNOW:
Preparation:
Compensates for subjects that may
appear too dark when shooting in
extremely bright surroundings, such as in
snow.
Select ! or # mode.
•
Select the recording mode.
•
/ SPOTLIGHT:
AUTO
INFO
/
•
Select this when a spotlight makes a
subject appear too bright.
TWILIGHT:
Makes evening scenes look more natural.
NIGHT:
Select this to raise the sensitivity when in
dim surroundings.
V
•
•
5
To return to the auto recording mode
Press AUTO/INFO so that the 4 indicator
appears.
NOTE
It is recommended to use the tripod in [NIGHT]
mode because the shutter speed becomes
slow.
Program AE
You can record videos or still images with
optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure
and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or
the subject.
Manual Focus
In the manual recording mode;
In the manual recording mode;
1
1
C
2 Adjust the focus.
2 Select the desired setting.
For details on each setting, see the right
column.
Select
4 :
JA N . 2
OFF
To cancel the manual focus setting
Move the set lever to ¢ (FOCUS) so that
the @/A indicator disappears.
Set
To cancel the program AE
Select [OFF] in step 2.
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Focus Assist
Spot Exposure Control
The image becomes black and white. The
outline of focused object is displayed in blue.
Use this for adjusting the focus more precisely.
Use this function when backlight compensation
does not work well, or to adjust the brightness
in the desired spot.
In the manual recording mode;
1
DIRECT
DISC
1 Move twice.
FOCUS
FOCUS ASSIST
2 Adjust the focus, then press down the
set lever to fix the focus.
2 Select the desired spot metering area
frame.
¬
SP [ 5 h 5 6 m ]
Select
To cancel the focus assist mode
Press FOCUS ASSIST again.
Set
To change the color of the outline
See page 52.
To lock the exposure
After you finish configuring the setting,
press and hold the set lever for more than
2 seconds. The C indicator appears.
To cancel spot exposure control
Move the set lever to ¡ ( - ) once so that
the . indicator disappears.
NOTE
If you use focus assist in dark places, the
rough area of the image appears in color, and
the outline color becomes difficult to see.
Backlight Compensation
Backlight compensation brightens the subject
by increasing the exposure.
In the manual recording mode;
To cancel backlight compensation
Move the set lever to ¡ ( - ) twice so that
the - indicator disappears.
EN ꢀꢅ
Manual Recording (Continued)
3 Select the desired menu.
Manual Setting in Menu
Select
MANUAL SETTING
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
SHUTTER SPEED
In the manual recording mode;
APERTURE PRIORITY
WB
1 Press MENU.
ADJUST SHUTTER SPEED
Set
RETURN SET
QUIT
MENU
4 Select the desired setting.
Select
MANUAL SETTING
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
AUTO
S
MANUAL
A
2 Select [MANUAL SETTING].
WB
Select
Set
RETURN SET
QUIT
MANUAL SETTING
VIDEO QUALITY
ZOOM
DIS
To return to the previous screen
Move the set lever to £.
SET MANUAL RECORDING
Set
SET
QUIT
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
! mode
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.
@
–6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments
of 1. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the value.
# mode
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.
g ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
@
Adjusts the brightness.
–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in
increments of 1/3EV. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the
value.
To lock the exposure
After you finish configuring the setting, press and hold the
set lever for more than 2 seconds. The C indicator appears.
[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
@
! mode: 1/2 to 1/4000
SHUTTER SPEED
9
# mode: 1/2 to 1/500
A fast shutter speed can freeze
the motion of a fast-moving
subject, and a slow shutter
speed can blur the subject to
give the impression of motion.
The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed. Move the
set lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the value.
NOTE
It is recommended to use a tripod (Z p. 20) when recording with a
slow shutter speed.
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Menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[AUTO]: The aperture value is adjusted automatically.
@
F1.8 to F4.0: The lower the F-number (larger aperture value),
the more blurred the background will become. The higher
the F-number (smaller aperture value), the clearer the
focus will be for both near and far objects. Move the set
lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the value.
APERTURE PRIORITY
<
You can add a blurring effect to
the background by setting the
aperture value (F-number).
NOTE
If the image is too bright, set to a larger F-number. If the image is
too dark, set to a smaller F-number.
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.
@
B MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on
the light source.
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of
the subject so that the white paper fills the
screen.
WB
=
Adjusts the white balance to
achieve the optimum colors
for the amount of light in your
surroundings during recording.
2) Press and hold the set lever until the B
indicator starts blinking then stops blinking.
D FINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.
E CLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.
F HALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is
used.
1 [OFF]: No effect is used.
J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos.
K MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old
movies.
w EFFECT
Enables you to record videos or
still images with special effects.
L CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of
an old movie atmosphere.
M STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots.
t TELE MACRO
Enables you to shoot a
subject as large as possible
at a distance of approx. 50 cm
(1.64 ft).
[OFF]: Deactivates the function.
ON: Activates the function.
1
0
ZEBRA*
>
1 [OFF]: Deactivate this function.
The sections of the
70%: Sections that are close to being reflected as white (bright)
are displayed in a striped pattern.
photographic subject that
are reflected as white due to
light are displayed in a striped
pattern. Use this as a guide for
adjusting the brightness.
100%: Sections that are completely reflected as white (too
bright) are displayed in a striped pattern.
Adjust the sharpness moving the set lever to £ / ¤ , then press
SHARPNESS*
^
down.
Adjusts the enhancement level
of the outline of the recorded
image.
NOTE
Enhancing the sharpness causes the recorded image to appear
grainy.
* ! mode only
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PLAYBACK
Playing Back Files
Video Playback
Select the playback mode.
Slide the mode switch to select !
(video) mode.
VIDEO
1/1
SELECT
PLAY/REC
SELECT SET
SORT
The index screen appears.
Select the desired file.
Select
Set
To return to the index screen
Press INDEX.
To check the file information
Press AUTO/INFO when playback is
stopped. (Z p. 39)
To delete a video
Press DELETE when playback is stopped.
Operations during Playback
Speaker volume/
Headphone volume
Return to the first
scene of the file
— : Turn down the
Play/Pause
Forward search/
volume
Reverse search/
Frame-by-frame
playback (during
pause)
Frame-by-frame
playback (during
pause)
Go to the first scene
of the next file
+ : Turn up the
volume
During forward/reverse search, moving the set lever to £ / ¤
alters the search speed (maximum 60x).
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Still Image Playback
Select the playback mode.
Slide the mode switch to select #
(still image) mode.
IMAGE
1/1
SELECT
PLAY/REC
SELECT SET
SORT
The index screen appears.
Select the desired file.
Select
Set
To return to the index screen
Press INDEX.
To check the file information
Press AUTO/INFO. (Z p. 39)
To delete a still image
Press DELETE.
Operations during Playback
Rotate 90 degrees
(counterclockwise)
Start/end the slide show
Display the next file
Display the previous file
Rotate 90 degrees
(clockwise)
During the slide show, moving the set lever to ¡ / ¢ changes the playback order.
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Playing Back Files (Continued)
Items for WIPE/FADER setting
Playback with Special Effects
O FADER-WHITE:
•
•
•
Fades in or out with a white screen.
P FADER-BLACK:
Wipe or fader effects
Add effects at the beginning and end of videos.
These effects cannot be set for still images.
Playback effects
Add effects that, for example, alter the color
tones of images.
Fades in or out with a black screen.
Q FADER-B.W:
Fades in to a color screen from a black
and white screen, or fades out in the
opposite way.
R WIPE-CORNER:
Preparation:
•
•
Wipes in on a black screen from the upper
right to the lower left corner, or wipes out
in the opposite way.
Select ! or # mode.
•
Select the playback mode.
•
S WIPE-WINDOW:
1 Press MENU.
Starts in the center of a black screen and
wipes in toward the corners, or wipes out
in the opposite way.
MENU
T WIPE-SLIDE:
•
•
Wipes in from right to left, or wipes out in
the opposite way.
2 Select [WIPE/FADER] (! mode only)
U WIPE-DOOR:
or [EFFECT].
Wipes in as the two halves of a black
screen which open to the left and right
revealing the scene, or wipes out in the
opposite way.
Select
DIVIDE
EFFECT
WIPE/FADER
BASIC SETTINGS
ADD EFFECT TO IMAGE
V WIPE-SCROLL:
•
•
Set
SET
QUIT
Wipes in from the bottom to the top of a
black screen, or wipes out in the opposite
way.
3 Select a desired effect.
W WIPE-SHUTTER:
For details on each effect, see the right
column.
Wipes in from the center of a black screen
toward the top and bottom, or wipes out in
the opposite way.
Select
OFF
SEPIA
E
NOTE
MONOTONE
CLASSIC FILM
B
No effect will be applied on files with a play
time shorter than 7 seconds. (normal file only)
CLASSIC PICTURE
Set
RETURN SET
QUIT
Items for EFFECT setting
4 Select the file you want to play back.
J SEPIA:
•
•
•
The image is given a brownish tint like an
old photo.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
K MONOTONE:
The image becomes black and white like
an old movie.
To turn off the effect
Select [OFF] in step 3.
L CLASSIC FILM*:
The image is given an old movie
atmosphere by the effect of skipping
frames.
M STROBE*:
•
The image looks like a series of
consecutive snapshots.
* ! mode only.
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Date Index Screen
File Search Function
Preparation:
You can search the desired file by the
recording date.
Select ! or # mode.
•
Select the playback mode.
•
1 Press INDEX twice.
Group Index Screen
!
You can search the desired file by the group.
The group is created automatically based on
recording date and time. And the contents of
the group are changed when adding/deleting
or editing scenes.
INDEX
2 Select the recording date.
Select
SEARCH DATE
1 Press INDEX.
FEB.20.2008
FEB.05.2008
JAN.08.2008
JAN.26.2008
Set
SELECT SET
SORT
INDEX
3 Select the file you want to play back.
1/1
FEB.20.2008
2 Select the file you want to play back.
Select
1/1
VIDEO (GROUP)
Select
1
2
1
2
1
3
Set
SELECT SET
SORT
2
3
Set
SELECT SET
SORT
To return to the index screen
Press INDEX.
The number of files in the group is
displayed in the thumbnails.
To return to the index screen
Press INDEX twice.
NOTES
The contents of the group may be changed
•
depending on the interval of the recording
time. To change the contents, register the
event. (Z p. 25)
The created groups may not be listed by
recording date such as when copying the
files to a microSD card.
•
EN ꢁꢁ
Playing Back Files (Continued)
5 Select the file you want to play back.
Event Screen
!
1/1
VACATION
Select
You can search the desired file by the event
that you registered the file to when recording.
(Z p. 25) After searching by the event, you can
search by the recording date to narrow down
the search.
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
To return to the index screen
Press INDEX.
1 Press MENU.
MENU
To change the event registration of a file
See page 39.
2 Select [SEARCH EVENT].
Select
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
CHANGE EVENT REG.
SEARCH EVENT
MONITOR OFF
SEARCH BY EVENTS
Set
SET
QUIT
3 Select the event.
To move to the next page, select [NEXT
PAGE].
1/ 3
VACATION
Select
NEXT PAGE
SORT
Set
SELECT SET
4 Select the recording date.
To display all the files, select [ALL
SCENES].
Select
SEARCH EVENT
ALL SCENES
JAN.08.2008
FEB.25.2008
Set
SELECT SET
SORT
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Watching Images on TV
This camera is designed to be used with
high-definition or NTSC-type color television
signals. It cannot be used with a television of a
different standard.
To connect using the COMPONENT
connector
AV Connector
To AC Outlet
COMPONENT
Connector
Connection with TV
You can output videos from the HDMI
connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV
connector. Select the connector that best suits
your television.
Preparation: Turn off all units.
To connect using the HDMI connector
To AC Outlet
AC Adapter
DC Connector
HDMI Connector
Component Cable
AV Cable
AC Adapter
DC Connector
HDMI Cable (optional)
COMPONENT
Input Connector
Audio L/R Input
Connector
Video Connector
is not in use.
NOTE
Change the settings in [COMPONENT
OUTPUT] according to the connection.
(Z p. 55)
HDMI Connector
NOTE
When connecting to a 1080p compatible TV,
set [HDMI OUTPUT] to [AUTO1]. When this is
set, 1080p appears at the top of the display.
(Z p. 55)
EN ꢁꢃ
Watching Images on TV (Continued)
To connect using the AV connector
Playback Operation
To AC Outlet
After the connection with TV is completed
1 Turn on the camera and the TV.
2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
AV Connector
3 (Only when connecting the camera to
the VCR/DVD recorder)
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX
input mode.
AC Adapter
DC Connector
AV Cable
4 Start playback on the camera.
(Z p. 30, 31)
To display camera’s on-screen display
on TV
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (Z p. 55)
NOTE
When the video was recorded with x.v.Color™
set to [ON], change the x.v.Color™ setting on
TV. For details, refer to the TV’s instruction
manual. (Z p. 52)
AV Input Connector
NOTE
Change the settings in [VIDEO OUTPUT]
to suit the screen size of your television.
(Z p. 55)
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EDITING/PRINTING
Managing Files
CAUTION
Deleting/Protecting Files
Do not remove the recording medium or
perform any other operation (such as turning
off the power) while accessing files. Also,
be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as
the data on the recording medium may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted
during operation. If the data on the recording
medium becomes corrupted, format the
recording medium to use the medium again.
(Z p. 56)
Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete
them, release the protection first.
Once files are deleted, they cannot be
restored. Check files before deleting.
•
•
Preparation:
Select ! or # mode.
•
Select the playback mode.
•
Deleting/Protecting the Currently
Displayed File
To Capture a Still Image from a
Video
!
1 Press MENU.
You can capture the desired scene from a
recorded video, and store it as a still image.
MENU
Preparation:
Select ! mode.
•
Select the playback mode.
•
2 Select [DELETE] or [PROTECT/
Press SNAPSHOT when playback is
paused.
CANCEL].
Select
DELETE
PROTECT/CANCEL
COPY
SNAPSHOT
MOVE
DELETE VIDEO
Set
SET
QUIT
NOTES
3 Select [CURRENT].
Captured still images are stored at a
•
Select
DELETE
CURRENT
FILE SELECT
DELETE ALL
resolution of 1920 x 1080. The image can
be elongated in the horizontal or vertical
directions depending on the picture quality of
the source video file.
SELECT SCENES ONE BY ONE
SELECT SET
Set
QUIT
Images cannot be captured when the video
is in search or slow-motion playback.
The continuous shooting function cannot be
used to capture images.
•
You can select the previous or next file by
moving the set lever to £ / ¤.
•
4 Select [YES].
Select
DELETE?
(Remaining scenes: 0001)
ANY PLAYLISTS THAT INCLUDE
THIS SCENE WILL BE ALTERED
YES
NO
Set
SELECT
SET
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
EN ꢁꢅ
Managing Files (Continued)
Deleting/Protecting Selected Files
Deleting/Protecting All Files
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 37)
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 37)
3 Select [FILE SELECT].
3 Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT
ALL].
Select
DELETE
CURRENT
FILE SELECT
DELETE ALL
Select
DELETE
CURRENT
FILE SELECT
DELETE ALL
SELECT MULTIPLE SCENES
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
DELETE ALL FILES
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
4 Select the desired file.
4 Select [YES].
Select
VIDEO DELETE
Select
DELETE ALL?
(EXCEPT PROTECTED SCENE)
YES
NO
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Set
SELECT
SET
The
(deletion) or x (protection) mark
*
•
•
appears on the file. To select other files,
repeat this step.
If you slide the zoom lever towards T,
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding
the zoom lever towards W returns to the
index screen.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
To release protection
Select the protected file in step 4
(“Deleting/Protecting Selected Files”
Z left column).
5
VIDEO DELETE
MENU
To release protection of all files
1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL].
2) When [CANCEL ALL?] appears, select
[YES].
SELECT
SET
QUIT
6 Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when
performing [DELETE]), or [QUIT]
(when performing [PROTECT/
CANCEL]).
Select
DELETE SELECTED SCENE?
ANY PLAYLISTS THAT INCLUDE
THIS SCENE WILL BE ALTERED
EXECUTE AND QUIT
QUIT
RETURN
Set
SELECT
SET
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
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Viewing File Information
Preparation:
! mode:
Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file
on the index screen.
D
B
Brightness level
# mode:
(Dim)
(Bright)
Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the
file on the index screen.
The shutter speed, F-number and ISO
sensitivity (GAIN) when recorded are also
displayed.
•
VIDEO
AUTO
INFO
/
DATE/TIME
PB TIME
QUALITY
PROTECT
JAN. 1. 08 10:18AM
To turn off the file information display
Press AUTO/INFO a few times.
00:30:02
XP
OFF
NOTE
FILE*: File name
•
•
•
•
The shutter speed displayed during shooting
in auto mode is an approximation. It may not
match the one displayed with the histogram.
FOLDER*: Folder name
DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording
PB TIME (! mode): Playback time (length of
the file)
SIZE (# mode): Image size (Z p. 53)
QUALITY: Image quality (Z p. 51, 53)
PROTECT: File protection status (Z p. 37)
•
•
•
Changing the Event Registration
Preparation:
!
* Not displayed in AVCHD format.
Select ! mode.
•
Select the playback mode.
•
To turn off the file information display
Press AUTO/INFO again.
Changing the Event of the Currently
Displayed File
Histogram
#
A histogram is a graph indicating the image’s
brightness.
By checking the image and its histogram, you
can see the exposure level pattern and the
overall tone reproduction.
1 Press MENU.
MENU
Preparation:
Play back the still image.
2 Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].
Press twice.
Select
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
CHANGE EVENT REG.
SEARCH EVENT
AUTO
INFO
/
MONITOR OFF
CHANGE REGISTERED EVENT
1/250 s
F3.5
Set
SET
QUIT
ISO100
D
B
3 Select [CURRENT].
A larger number of pixels in the center
position indicates correct exposure and well-
balanced brightness.
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Select
CHANGE EVENT REG.
CURRENT
SET RANGE AND CHANGE
SELECT SCENES ONE BY ONE
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
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Managing Files (Continued)
4 Select the file you want to register.
Dividing Files
!
Select
CHANGE EVENT?
You can divide the selected video into two.
(AVCHD format only)
YES
NO
Preparation:
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Select ! mode.
•
You can select the previous or next file by
moving the set lever to £ / ¤.
Select the playback mode.
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1 Press MENU.
MENU
Changing the Event of the Selected
Files
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 39)
3 Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE].
4 Select the file you want to register.
2 Select [DIVIDE].
Select
DIVIDE
EFFECT
WIPE/FADER
BASIC SETTINGS
CHANGED(FROM HERE)
Select
DIVIDE VIDEO
Set
SET
QUIT
3 Select the desired file.
Set
RETURN SET
QUIT
Select
DIVIDE
When you select a file, the color of the
cursor changes. To select other files,
move the cursor forward.You can only
select the files in order.
If you slide the zoom lever towards T,
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding
the zoom lever towards W returns to the
index screen.
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•
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Playback starts.
4 Set the point at which you want to
divide the file.
DIVIDE
5 Select a new event you want to
register the file to.
To select a different destination, select
[NEXT PAGE].
00:00:04
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QUIT
RETURN SET
To cancel the event registration, select
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[DON’T REGISTER].
The actual division point may differ slightly
from the point that is set.
1/ 3
VACATION
Select
5 Select [DIVIDE HERE].
DIVIDE
Select
DON'T REGISTER
NEXT PAGE
QUIT
Set
RETURN REGISTER
DIVIDE HERE
CANCEL
00:00:04
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
To set the division point again, select
[CANCEL].
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
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NOTE
5 Select the number of prints (max.
When playing back the divided file, the
recording date of the division point is
displayed.
15 prints).
1/1
Select
TOTAL 15
DPOF
15
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
DPOF Print Setting
#
To set print information for other images,
repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to
999 files.)
The number of prints to make of a still image
recorded on a microSD card can be set. This
feature is useful when taking the microSD card
to a photo lab for printing.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
Preparation:
Select # mode.
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•
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To cancel the selection
Set the number of prints to “00” in step 5.
Select the playback mode.
Set [REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD].
(Z p. 57)
Setting All Files Together (One Print for
Each)
Setting Files Individually
After performing steps 1-2 (Z left column)
1 Press MENU.
MENU
3 Select [SET ALL 1].
Select
DPOF
SET PRINT QUANTITY
SET ALL 1
CHECK QUANTITY
RESET
2 Select [DPOF].
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Select
EFFECT
4 Select [YES].
DPOF
MONITOR OFF
Select
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
SET STILL IMAGE PRINTING
SET ALL TO 1?
Set
SET
QUIT
YES
NO
3 Select [SET PRINT QUANTITY].
Set
SELECT
SET
Select
DPOF
SET PRINT QUANTITY
SET ALL 1
CHECK QUANTITY
RESET
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
To confirm DPOF settings
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
In step 3, select [CHECK QUANTITY].
If necessary, change the number of prints
for the desired file by following steps 4
and 5.
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4 Select the desired file.
1/1
DPOF TOTAL
0
Select
To reset DPOF settings
1) In step 3, select [RESET].
2) When [RESET?] appears, select [YES].
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Set
If you slide and hold the zoom lever
towards T, the preview screen of the still
image is displayed.
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Playlists
It is a list that enables you to organize
recorded videos in order of preference.
!
5 Select the file to add to playlist.
Select
SEP.01.2008
0/999
TOTAL
Preparation:
Select ! mode.
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Select the playback mode.
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Set
SELECT
REGISTER
To preview scenes, press INDEX. When
the index screen of individual scenes
appears, select the file.
To return to the previous screen, press
INDEX.
Files recorded in 1440 CBR picture quality
are displayed with a 1440 CBR icon.
Files recorded in other than 1440 CBR
picture quality are displayed with a 1920
icon. (only when selecting [SELECT
FROM SCENES] in step 4)
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•
Creating Playlists
1 Press MENU.
MENU
2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].
Select
EDIT PLAYLIST
6 Select the insertion point.
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
CHANGE EVENT REG.
Select
SEP.01.2008
1/999
TOTAL
00h02m
SEARCH EVENT
CREATE/EDIT PLAYLIST
Set
SET
QUIT
DVD1
Set
REGISTER
QUIT
3 Select [NEW LIST].
Select
EDIT PLAYLIST
NEW LIST
To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.
To delete a registered scene, select the
registered file.
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•
EDIT
RENAME PLAYLIST
DELETE
CREATE PLAYLIST
SELECT SET
Set
QUIT
7
SEP.01.2008
1/999
MENU
TOTAL
00h02m
4 Select an item and display files.
DVD1
Select
NEW LIST
SELECT FROM SCENES
CREATE BY GROUP
CREATE BY DATE
REGISTER
QUIT
CREATE BY EVENT
8 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].
SELECT SCENE BY DATE
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
Select
QUIT PLAYLIST.
SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?
[SELECT FROM SCENES]:
Display all files individually.
[CREATE BY GROUP]:
Display all files listed by group.
[CREATE BY DATE]:
Display all the files listed by recording
date.
[CREATE BY EVENT]:
Search for an event and display the
corresponding files listed by recording
date.
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•
•
SAVE AND QUIT
DELETE AND QUIT
RETURN
Set
SELECT
SET
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
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NOTES
A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.
If you delete the original files, the
corresponding files are also deleted from the
playlist.
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Other Operations of Playlists
Playing Back Playlists
You can perform additional editing and delete
files in a created playlist.
1 Press MENU.
MENU
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 42)
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist
2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST].
3 Select [EDIT].
Select
EDIT PLAYLIST
4 Select the playlist you want to edit.
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
CHANGE EVENT REG.
To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to
SEARCH EVENT
PLAY FILES IN PLAYLIST
8 in “Creating Playlists”. (Z p. 42)
Set
SET
QUIT
Changing Playlist Names
3 Select the playlist that you want to
play back.
The default name of a playlist is its creation
date and time.
Select
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST
01 SEP.01.2008 02:18PM
02 SEP.08.2008 07:25PM
03 OCT.22.2008 10:00AM
3 Select [RENAME PLAYLIST].
4 Select the desired playlist.
5 Select the desired letter.
Set
SELECT
SET
QUIT
To quit the screen
Press INDEX.
Repeat this process to complete the
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name.
To stop playback
Press the set lever.
You can change the character types
(capital letters, small letters or marks) by
selecting [A/a/@].
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To return to the normal file playback
mode
To correct a letter, select [ ] or [ ] and
%
&
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1) Press MENU.
press down the set lever to move the
cursor to the letter, then select [Clear]
and press down the set lever.
2) Select [PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE].
To play back from the desired scene
1) In step 3, press INDEX. (The index
screen for playlist appears.)
6 Select [¯].
2) Select the desired scene.
Deleting Playlist
Original files are not deleted even if you delete
the playlist.
3 Select [DELETE].
4 Select a playlist you want to delete.
To delete all playlists at once, select
[DELETE ALL].
5 When [DELETE PLAYLIST?] appears,
select [YES].
EN ꢂꢁ
COPYING
Copying Files
Types of Copying and Connectable Device
Copying/Moving Files
The Camera
You can copy files between
the HDD and microSD card
with this camera alone.
(Z right column)
You can copy or move files between the HDD
and microSD card.
# mode
! mode
DVD Burner
(AVCHD)
(CU-VD50/CU-VD3)*
You can copy files recorded
on this camera onto DVD
discs. (Z p. 45)
* AVCHD discs can be
played back only on
CU-VD50. CU-VD3 is not
capable of playing back
videos. In such case, use
the camera to play back.
Preparation:
Select ! or # mode.
•
•
•
Select the playback mode.
Make sure that microSD card is inserted in
the microSD slot.
Make sure that enough free space is left in
the copy/move destination medium.
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1 Press MENU.
MENU
VCR/DVD Recorder
You can dub video recorded
on this camera onto VCR/
DVD recorder. (Z p. 50)
2 Select [COPY] or [MOVE].
It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner
(CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using
Select
DELETE
PROTECT/CANCEL
COPY
CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time may
take approx. 2 times longer than the time that
is described in the instruction manual of DVD
burner.
MOVE
COPY VIDEO
Set
SET
QUIT
[COPY]:
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Files are copied to the destination
medium while leaving original files in the
source medium.
[MOVE]:
•
Files are moved to the destination
medium while deleting original files
(except read-only files) in the source
medium.
3 Set the direction of copy/move.*
(HDD SD or SD HDD)
&
&
COPY
MEDIA
SCENE UNIT
NO. OF FILES
HDD
ALL
0059
SD
EXECUTE
CANCEL
SELECT
SET
QUIT
* In case of ! mode, go to step 4.
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4 Set the file unit to copy/move.
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files
from the Camera
The files in the camera can be backed up to a
DVD disc using a DVD burner.
This disc cannot be played in a normal DVD player.
! mode: [SCENE]
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•
Use one of the following methods to view the disc.
- Playback the disc using the camera.
(“To play back the created disc using the
camera” Z p. 46, 48)
- Playback the disc using a DVD burner.*
- Playback on a PC.*
* The disc must first be finalized on the camera.
Other than the created DVD using a DVD
burner cannot be played.
When connecting a DVD burner (CU-VD50)
to a TV, you can play back the created disc
without using the camera. When playing back
disconnect the USB cable.
# mode: [FILE]
Select this to transfer the selected files.
1) Select the desired file.
The s mark appears on the file. To
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select other files, repeat this step.
2) Press MENU.
[ALL]:
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•
•
Select this to transfer all files in the
recording medium.
When the size of all files in the HDD is
larger than the free space of the microSD
card, only the files that can be contained
in the free space will be copied.
Connection with a DVD Burner
5 Select [EXECUTE].
Preparation:
Turn on the camera first, then turn on the DVD
Select
burner.
AC Adapter
USB Connector
To AC Outlet
Set
File transfer starts. When [COPYING
COMPLETED]/[MOVING COMPLETED]
appears, press down the set lever.
To quit the screen
Press MENU, then select [YES] when
[QUIT?] appears.
To stop the file transfer
1) Press down the set lever.
2) Select [YES] when [QUIT?] appears.
DC Connector
USB Cable
DVD Burner
USB Connector
NOTES
Refer to also the optional DVD burner’s
instruction manual.
Use the USB cable that came with the DVD
burner.
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EN ꢂꢃ
Copying Files (Continued)
4 Select [YES] or [NO].*
Backup All Files
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.
•
Preparation:
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date.
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•
Select
ALL SCENES
Select ! or # mode.
DO YOU WANT TO MAKE
AN AUTOMATIC HEADLINE ON
THE DISC TOP MENU?
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Select the recording format (AVCHD or
•
YES
NO
MPEG-2 TS). (Z p. 6)
Select HDD or microSD card. (# mode only)
The following illustrations of display
screens are examples of when backing up
video.
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Set
SELECT
SET
TOP
* In case of still image or video in MPEG-2
TS format, go to step 5.
5 Select [EXECUTE].
1 Select [CREATE FROM ALL].
Select
ALL SCENES
Select
VIDEO
0%
100%
TOP
DVD
DVD(DL)
5
3
CREATE FROM ALL
SELECT AND CREATE
PLAYBACK
FINALIZE
EXECUTE
CANCEL
Set
CREATE FROM ALL SCENES
SELECT SET
Set
SELECT
SET
The files are copied on the disc. When
[COMPLETED] appears, press down the
set lever to complete the operation.
When [INSERT NEXT DISC. PRESS
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,
change the disc. Remaining files are
copied on the second disc.
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•
2 Select the desired menu.
! mode: [UNSAVED SCENES]
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# mode: [UNSAVED IMAGES]
Files that have never been copied to a
DVD disc are automatically selected and
copied. (either AVCHD or MPEG-2 TS)
To cancel the copying, select [STOP].
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! mode: [ALL SCENES]
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# mode: [ALL IMAGES]
To return to the top screen
Press MENU, then select [YES].
All files in the recording medium are
copied. (either AVCHD or MPEG-2 TS)
To finalize the disc after copy is finished
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
2) Turn on the camera.
3) Select [FINALIZE].
4) Select [EXECUTE].
5) When [COMPLETED] appears, select
[OK].
Select
CREATE FROM ALL
ALL SCENES
UNSAVED SCENES
SELECT ALL VIDEOS
Set
SELECT
SET
TOP
3 Select [OK].
To play back the created disc using the
camera
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
2) Turn on the camera first, then turn on the
DVD burner.
Select
ALL SCENES
QUANTITY REQUIRED
DVDꢀ10 / DVD(DL)ꢀ5
PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC
OK
RETURN
Set
SELECT
SET
TOP
3) Select [PLAYBACK].
To cancel the backup, select [RETURN].
4) Select the desired folder.
5) Select the desired file.
To return to the previous screen, press
INDEX.
To view video/still image on TV
See page 35.
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# mode:
Select Files for Backup
Preparation:
[SAVE BY DATE]:
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•
Files are sorted according to the date
on which they were recorded. Relevant
files are displayed in a list. Select the
recording date.
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
Select ! or # mode.
•
•
1 Select [SELECT AND CREATE] (!
mode) or [SELECT AND SAVE] (#
mode).
[SELECT FROM IMAGES]:
Register backup files individually.
1) Select the desired file. To select other
files, repeat this process.
Select
VIDEO
CREATE FROM ALL
2) Press INDEX then go to step 4.
SELECT AND CREATE
PLAYBACK
FINALIZE
To preview scenes, press INDEX. When the
index screen of individual scenes appears,
select the file.
SELECT AND CREATE
Set
SELECT
SET
To return to the previous screen, press
INDEX.
2 Select the desired menu.
Select
SELECT AND CREATE
CREATE BY DATE
CREATE BY EVENT
CREATE BY PLAYLIST
3 Select the desired file.
Select
CREATE BY DATE
SELECT FROM SCENES
CREATE DISC BY DATE
JAN.01.2008 01
JAN.02.2008 02
JAN.03.2008 03
JAN.04.2008 04
JAN.05.2008 05
JAN.06.2008 06
Set
SELECT
SET
TOP
DVD
5
! mode:
DVD(DL)3
Set
SELECT
SET
TOP
[CREATE BY DATE]:
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Files are sorted according to the date
on which they were recorded. Relevant
files are displayed in a list. Select the
recording date.
4 Select [OK].
Select
CREATE BY DATE
QUANTITY REQUIRED
DVDꢀ10 / DVD(DL)ꢀ5
[CREATE BY EVENT]:
PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC
•
•
OK
Files are sorted according to event.
Relevant files are displayed in a list.
Select the event.
RETURN
Set
CHECK
SET
TOP
To cancel the backup, select [RETURN].
[CREATE BY PLAYLIST]:
Select the desired playlist from the list
of playlists. The selected playlists are
displayed in a list.
1) Select the desired list. To select other
lists, repeat this process.
5 Select [YES] or [NO].*
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.
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[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date.
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Select
ALL SCENES
DO YOU WANT TO MAKE
AN AUTOMATIC HEADLINE ON
THE DISC TOP MENU?
2) Move the set lever to ¤ twice.
YES
NO
[SELECT FROM SCENES]:
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Register backup files individually.
1) Select the desired file. To select other
files, repeat this process.
Set
SELECT
SET
TOP
When selecting [CREATE BY PLAYLIST],
select [OK] when [HEADLINE DISPLAYED
ON THE DISC TOP MENU IS EITHER THE
PLAYLIST OR DATE] appears.
2) Press INDEX then go to step 4.
* In case of still image or video in MPEG-2
TS format, go to step 6.
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Copying Files (Continued)
6 Select [EXECUTE].
Digest Playback
Select
ALL SCENES
You can view the opening scene of each video
(digest) in the created DVD.
- Record videos in AVCHD format.
- Create a DVD using a DVD burner (CU-VD50/
CU-VD3).
0%
100%
DVD
5
3
DVD(DL)
EXECUTE
CANCEL
Set
SELECT SET
TOP
The files are copied on the disc. When
[COMPLETED] appears, press down the
set lever to complete the operation.
When [INSERT NEXT DISC. PRESS
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,
change the disc. Remaining files are
copied on the second disc.
•
•
When playing back the digest;
Use a DVD burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3).
Use an AVCHD compatible DVD device.
•
•
1 Load the created DVD on the device.
To cancel the copying, select [STOP].
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2 Select [DIGEST PLAYBACK].
To return to the top screen
Press MENU, then select [YES].
JAN.08.2008 10:40AM
JAN.10.2008 11:40AM
AUG.03.2008 08:40AM
To finalize the disc after copy is finished
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
2) Turn on the camera.
AUG.08.2008 10:40AM
SEP.10.2008 20:40PM
SEP.03.2008 10:40AM
DIGEST PLAYBACK
3) Select [FINALIZE].
4) Select [EXECUTE].
5) When [COMPLETED] appears, select
[OK].
You can view the previous or next page by
selecting £ / ¤.
3 The digest is played back
continuously.
To play back the created disc using the
camera
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.
2) Turn on the camera first, then turn on the
DVD burner.
3) Select [PLAYBACK].
4) Select the desired folder.
5) Select the desired file. To return to the
previous screen, press INDEX.
To normal playback / To the index menu
1) Press the top menu button on the remote
control of the DVD device during the
digest playback.
2) Select the desired item.
To view video/still image on TV
See page 35.
NOTE
In case of [CREATE BY PLAYLIST], date/time
on the file information display shows the date
of copying the file, not of the actual recording.
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4 Connect a commercially available
HDV device to the i.LINK connector of
the Everio dock with an i.LINK cable
(sold separately).
GZ-HD40
High-definition Dubbing
You can dub videos recorded with 1440 CBR
picture quality to an HDV device.
Preparation: Turn off all units.
5 Dub the playlist.
To connect using the i.LINK connector
1) Press MENU.
2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK].
i.LINK Connector
DC Connector
NOTES
Be sure to use the VC-VDV204U or VC-
•
VDV206U i.LINK cable. Operation using the
i.LINK cable is not guaranteed on all of the
devices.
Video is not displayed on the camera during
dubbing. [i.LINK OUTPUTTING] appears on
the screen.
To AC Outlet
•
If a dubbed video is played back on an HDV
device, the video and sound may stop in the
places where scenes are joined.
•
AC Adapter
i.LINK Cable
(optional)
The date and time information, wipe/fader
effect, and effects during playback are not
dubbed.
•
Compatibility with all HDV devices is not
guaranteed.
•
i.LINK
Connector
HDV device
1 Record videos with 1440 CBR picture
quality in MPEG-2 TS format.
2 Create a playlist containing only
video of 1440 CBR picture quality.
EDIT
TOTAL
SELECT
REGISTER
Only select video with the
1440 CBR mark.
3 Connect the camera to the Everio
dock.
EN ꢂꢇ
Copying Files (Continued)
2 Play back playlists on the camera.
Standard-definition Dubbing
1) Press MENU.
You can dub videos in standard-definition to a
DVD recorder.
2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK].
3) Select the desired playlist.
4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is
displayed for 5 seconds at the first and
the last scene.)
Preparation: Turn off all units.
To connect using the AV connectors
(analog dubbing)
To AC Outlet
3 At the point you want to start
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/
DVD recorder.
AV Connector
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s
instruction manual.
To stop dubbing
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder,
then press START/STOP again.
To hide the date or icons on the screen
Change the settings in [DISPLAY ON TV]
(Z p. 55) or [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]
(Z p. 52).
DC Connector
AC Adapter
AV Cable
VCR/DVD Recorder
AV Connector
Preparation: Create a playlist.
1 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX
input mode.
Check that the images from the camera are
input correctly to the VCR/DVD recorder.
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Changing the Menu Settings
1 Press MENU.
3 Select the desired setting.
Select
MENU
MANUAL SETTING
VIDEO QUALITY
ZOFF
ON
D
COMPENSATE FOR HAND SHAKE
Set
RETURN SET
QUIT
2 Select the desired menu.
To return to the previous screen
Move the set lever to £.
To quit the screen
Press MENU.
Select
MANUAL SETTING
VIDEO QUALITY
ZOOM
DIS
COMPENSATE FOR HAND SHAKE
Set
SET
QUIT
Menus (! VIDEO)
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
AVCHD format
[XP]: High quality
SP: Standard quality
EP: For recording for a long time
You can record in full high-definition (1920 x 1080i) videos
with any of the picture qualities.
MPEG-2 TS format
[FHD]: Full high-definition quality
1440 CBR: Fixed bit-rate (1440 × 1080i)
n VIDEO QUALITY
Sets the picture quality for videos.
NOTES
You can dub videos recorded with 1440 CBR to commercially
available HDV compatible software and HDV devices.
•
However, compatibility with all HDV devices is not guaranteed.
It is recommended to set XP, FHD or 1440 CBR mode when
recording scenes with fast moving or with extreme changing
in brightness to avoid noise.
•
[10x] / 40x / 200x
NOTE
@ ZOOM
Sets the maximum zoom ratio.
Optical zoom is used up to [10x]. Digital zoom is used from
more than [10x] up to the selected zoom ratio.
OFF: Deactivates the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
NOTES
q DIS
Complete stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is
•
Compensates for hand shake.
excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions.
Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on a
tripod.
•
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Menus (! VIDEO)
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[ GAIN UP
OFF: Deactivates the function.
Makes the subject appear bright
automatically when you record in
dark places. However, the overall
color tones appear grayish.
AGC: Electrically brightens the scene in dark place.
[AUTO]: Automatically brightens the scene when it is dark.
(Becomes brighter than [AGC])
[OFF]: Deactivates the function.
ON: Activates the function.
NOTE
X x.v.Color
Records video in the color range
suitable for viewing in an x.v.Color™
compliant TV.
If you edit videos in MPEG-2 TS format on a computer, set
[x.v.Color] to [OFF] before the recording.
See page 25.
REGISTER EVENT
[BASIC SETTINGS] menus (Z p. 54)
Y BASIC SETTINGS
FOCUS ASSIST
N
When this function is used, the
outline of the focused object is
displayed in the selected color.
RED / GREEN / [BLUE]
[OFF]: Deactivates the function.
ON: Activates the function.
o WIND CUT
Reduces noise caused by wind.
OFF: Deactivates the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
Y MIC LEVEL
Displays the input level.
–2 to +2
NOTE
MIC LEVEL SETTING
d
Increases or decreases the
sensitivity of the microphone.
When the external microphone is connected, you can adjust
the sensitivity.
Adjust the volume by moving the set lever to £ / ¤, then press
HEADPHONE VOL. ADJ.
e
down. Adjust the headphone volume during recording.
Adjusts the headphone volume.
YES: Turn off the backlight. (no display)
[NO]: Turn on the backlight.
NOTE
+ MONITOR OFF*
Enables you to turn off the backlight
on the monitor temporarily.
* playback mode only
To turn on the backlight again, perform any operation such as
zooming.
OFF: Hides all the text and icons on the screen.
[DISPLAY ALL]: Displays all the text and icons.
DISPLAY DATE ONLY: Hides the text and icons and
displays the date only.
DISPLAY DATE 5 SEC: When the recording date changes
or images are displayed, the date is displayed for
approximately 5 seconds.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY*
f
Displays the icons and date on the
screen.
* playback mode only
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Menus (# IMAGE)
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[FINE] / STANDARD
n IMAGE QUALITY
Sets the picture quality for still
images.
y IMAGE SIZE
Selects the picture size for still
images.
1824 x 1368 / 1440 x 1080 / 640 x 480 /
[2432 x 1368] / 1920 x 1080
GAIN
2
[AUTO] / ISO100 / ISO200 / ISO400 / ISO1000
Sets the ISO setting to increase the
sensitivity in dark conditions.
[BASIC SETTINGS] menus (Z p. 54)
Y BASIC SETTINGS
FOCUS ASSIST
N
When this function is used, the
outline of the focused object is
displayed in the selected color.
RED / GREEN / [BLUE]
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC
NOTES
z SELF-TIMER
Starts recording when the set
time elapses after SNAPSHOT is
pressed.
You can confirm the countdown on the camera screen.
You can also use this to prevent vibration by the hand.
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•
[RECORD ONE SHOT]: Records one still image at a time.
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING: Records still images
continuously while SNAPSHOT is pressed.
BRACKETING: Activates the bracket shooting function.
In addition to an image with the exposure set by the
camera, two other images are recorded with exposure
values shifted to the +0.3 EV and –0.3 EV sides.You
can select the image that has a suitable exposure after
shooting.
8 SHUTTER MODE
Records still images continuously
while SNAPSHOT is pressed.
NOTES
The interval between recording still images is approx. 0.5
seconds.
•
Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the
recording medium.
•
The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is
used repeatedly.
•
See page 52.
+ MONITOR OFF
See page 52.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
f
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Y BASIC SETTINGS menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[AVCHD]: Sets AVCHD format (recommended).
MPEG-2 TS: Sets MPEG-2 TS format.
“High-definition Recording Format” Z p. 6
a STREAM FORMAT
Selects the recording method for
videos.
[ENGLISH]
You have a choice of 23 languages.
LANGUAGE
9
Sets the display language. (Z p. 19)
CLOCK ADJUST
:
DATE / TIME
Sets the time. (Z p. 19)
DATE STYLE:
[month.day.year] / year.month.day / day.month.year
TIME:
24h / [12h]
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
;
Sets the date and time display
format.
\ MONITOR BRIGHT
Sets the brightness of the LCD
monitor.
Adjust the brightness of the display by moving the set lever
to £ / ¤, then press down.
BRIGHTER: Brightens the backlight on the monitor
regardless of the surrounding conditions.
STANDARD: Select this when saving the battery life.
Enables you to adjust the brightness [AUTO] : The brightness will automatically be set
C MONITOR BACKLIGHT
of backlight on the monitor.
to [BRIGHTER] when using outdoors and to
[STANDARD] when using indoors. (when using the
battery pack)
OFF: Deactivates the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
To turn on the camera when the drop detection
worked, close the LCD monitor and open it again.
CAUTION
^ DROP DETECTION
Prevents damage to the HDD by
turning off the power automatically
when it is detected that the camera
dropped.
The built-in hard disk of the camera may not be protected
even if the setting is [ON].
•
When recording/playback stops even if the camera is not
dropped, set the setting to [OFF].
•
OFF: Deactivates the function.
[ON]: Activates the function.
NOTES
[ DEMO MODE
Introduces special features of the
camera when there is no operation
for about 3 minutes during recording
mode.
The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is
connected, not with the battery.
•
If a microSD card is in the camera, demonstration will not
take place even if this mode is set to [ON].
•
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Y BASIC SETTINGS menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
[OFF]: Does not display on TV.
ON: Displays on TV.
NOTE
DISPLAY ON TV
%
Displays camera’s on-screen display
on a TV screen.
When connected to a TV using the i.LINK connector, the
camera’s on-screen display is not displayed on the TV, even if
this setting is [ON].
VIDEO OUTPUT
R
Set the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the
screen of the connected television
when outputting videos from the AV
connector.
4:3 / [16:9]
COMPONENT OUTPUT
S
[480i]: Outputs at 480i.
1080i: Outputs at 1080i.
Sets the definition of the video
output from the COMPONENT
connector.
[AUTO1]: The definition that best suits the connected
device is automatically selected: 480i, 480p, 1080i or
1080p.
HDMI OUTPUT
T
AUTO2: Select when the video is not projected in [AUTO1]
Sets the definition of the video
output from the HDMI connector.
correctly.
480p: Select when the video is not projected in [AUTO2]
correctly.
OFF: Makes created DVDs recordable (not playable on
device other than the camera).
[ON]: Finalizes created DVDs so that they can be played
back on DVD burner.
NOTES
_ AUTO FINALIZE
When you play back a DVD created when [OFF] is set on
DVD burner, select [FINALIZE] on the DVD creation screen.
(Z p. 46)
•
Sets the disc to a readable state.
When you create two or more DVDs at the same time, other
than the last DVD is finalized automatically even if the setting
is [OFF].
•
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Y BASIC SETTINGS menus
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
Connect the AC adapter.
YES: Performs this function. Select [OK] when completed.
[NO]: Cancels this function.
NOTE
1 CLEAN-UP HDD
Writing speed to HDD tends to
become slow after long periods
of repeated use. Execute cleanup
periodically to regain the writing
speed.
Depending on the condition of the HDD, it may take several
minutes for the cleanup process to be completed.
[FILE]: Initializes all files in the hard disk drive.
FILE + MANAGEMENT NO: Initializes all files and
management numbers in the hard disk drive. (Z p. 64)
NOTE
2 FORMAT HDD
Ensures stable speeds and
operation when accessing the hard
disk drive.
Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be
erased by the formatting process.
FORMAT SD CARD
[FILE]: Initializes all files in the microSD card.
FILE + MANAGEMENT NO: Initializes all files and
management numbers in the microSD card. (Z p. 64)
NOTE
,
You have to format newly purchased
microSD cards with this camera
before using them.
This will also ensure stable speeds
and operation when accessing the
microSD card.
Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be
erased by the formatting process.
Connect the AC adapter.
YES: Performs this function. Select [OK] when completed.
[NO]: Cancels this function.
NOTE
0 DELETE DATA ON HDD
When you dispose of the camera,
perform this to make it difficult to
recover data on the HDD.
In addition to this operation, it is recommended that you use a
commercially available data erasing software to eliminate the
risk of data recovery.
VIDEO NO. RESET*
IMAGE NO. RESET
-
.
By resetting the file number (name),
a new folder is made. The new files
will be stored in the new folder.
It is convenient to separate the new
files from previously recorded files.
* MPEG-2 TS format only
YES: Performs this function. Select [OK] when completed.
[NO]: Cancels this function.
] REMOTE
OFF: The camera does not receive the signal from the
remote control.
[ON]: Enables operation with the remote control.
Turns on/off reception of the
operation signal from the remote
control.
OFF: Turns off the operation sound.
[ON]: The melody sounds when operations are performed.
\ OPERATION SOUND
Turns on/off the operation sound.
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Y BASIC SETTINGS menus
Z FACTORY PRESET
Returns all the camera settings to
their default values.
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset
YES: Performs this function.
[NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset.
OFF: A quick start is not performed.
QUICK RESTART
`
[ON]: If the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes,
the camera starts quickly. The power consumption
used for the 5 minute period after the LCD monitor is
closed is approximately 1/3 that used during recording.
This enables you to save more power than leaving the
power on.
Enables the camera to start up
quickly when you turn off the camera
and then on again within five minutes
by closing and opening the LCD
monitor.
REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
3
[HDD] / SD
Sets the recording medium for still
images.
REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO*
/
Sets the recording medium for
videos.
[HDD] / SD
* AVCHD format only
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Troubleshooting
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled
device. External noise and interference (from
a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from
functioning properly.
To solve the problem, first follow the
instructions below.
If the problem is not solved, reset the
camera. (Z p. 62)
If the problem persists, please consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
•
•
•
The following phenomena are not
malfunctions.
The camera heats up when it is used for a
long time.
•
The battery heats up during charging.
When playing back a video, the image stops
momentarily or the sound is interrupted at
junctions between scenes.
•
•
Trouble
Action
Check that the microSD card is facing the right direction.
•
Cannot insert the
microSD card.
Connect the AC adapter correctly.
Recharge the battery.
•
•
•
No power is supplied.
When the camera has warmed up after being cold, the camera
may switch itself off to check it is operating correctly.
After the low
temperature message
is displayed, the power
turns off when the
camera warms up.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera.
Press PLAY/REC to select the recording mode.
Recording cannot be
performed.
•
•
If the camera temperature increases, REC flashes in the LCD
monitor. If the temperature continues to increase, operation stops
automatically to protect the HDD.
•
Move to a place where the camera is not affected by excessive
sound or vibration.
Insert a commercially available microSD card, and set each of
the [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and [REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to
[SD].
•
•
Recording stops by
itself.
Recording stops automatically after 12 hours of continuous
recording.
•
Clean any dirt or water droplets from the lens.
Set focus to the automatic mode.
If you are recording in a dark place or a subject that has no
contrast between dark and light, adjust the focus manually.
•
•
•
The focus is not
adjusted automatically.
Use backlight compensation or [NIGHT] from program AE.
Set the brightness to the [+] side.
For videos, set [GAIN UP] to [AGC] or [AUTO].
For still images, set [GAIN] to [AUTO] or [ISO1000].
•
•
•
•
The recorded subject is
too dark.
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Trouble
Action
Set the backlight compensation to [OFF] if it is being used.
Set the brightness to the [–] side.
The recorded subject is
too bright.
•
•
•
Keep the zoom ratio below [10x].
Cannot use spot
exposure control.
If there are numerous light sources etc. behind the subject, set the
white balance to [MWB].
The color of the
recorded subject looks
strange.
•
Change [ZOOM] to [40x] or [200x].
Deactivate effect and/or focus assist.
Digital zoom does not
work.
•
•
•
This cannot be used if [SEPIA] or [MONOTONE] are selected as
effects.
Do not use [TWILIGHT] from program AE.
White balance setting
cannot be activated.
•
•
•
The continuous shooting speed will drop after continuous shots.
Continuous shooting speed may drop depending on the recording
media or under certain recording conditions.
The continuous shooting
speed is slow.
Check the indication that represents that function.
If the indication is flashing or off, you have selected two functions
that cannot be used together. Choose which of the functions to
use.
•
•
A function cannot be
activated.
Make sure the icon that represents the function is displayed.
Deactivate [NIGHT] of Program AE, and set [SHUTTER SPEED]
to [AUTO] and [EFFECT] to [OFF].
Video movement
appears jerky/like it is
frame dropping.
•
•
Record videos with high quality mode, such as XP, FHD or 1440
CBR mode.
Mosaic-type noise
occurs when recording
scenes with fast
•
moving or with extreme
changing in brightness.
You have selected two functions that cannot be used together.
Choose which of the functions to use.
The indication display
flashes or goes out.
•
•
Operate the camera.
The LCD monitor
appears blank.
If the camera is not operated for a certain length of time when
using the AC adapter, it will enter sleep mode, and the LCD
monitor will turn off.
Fully charge the battery, run it down, and then recharge it again.
If the camera is used for long periods of time in high or low
temperatures, or if the battery is repeatedly charged, the amount
of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.
•
•
The remaining battery
display is not correct.
EN ꢃꢇ
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Trouble
Action
If the LCD monitor or surrounding parts have been pressed,
remove your hand and leave the camera for a short while.
(Applying pressure causes image unevenness.)
•
The LCD monitor
display is uneven.
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.
The LCD monitor appears dark when used in cold places. This is
not a malfunction.
The LCD monitor may be reaching the end of its service life.
Consult your nearest JVC dealer or the JVC customer service.
•
•
Images on the LCD
monitor appear dark or
whitish.
•
•
•
•
The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas
such as under direct sunlight.
The LCD monitor is
difficult to see.
Set [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] to [DISPLAY ALL].
The date/time does not
appear.
Replace the microSD card.
The same scene
appears stopped for a
long time.
(If there are scratches etc. on the microSD card, the camera will
have difficulty reading the data, and this phenomenon may occur.
The camera will try to play back as much as possible, but if this
condition continues, the camera will not be able to play back the
video and it will automatically stop.)
Video movement
appears jerky.
Perform cleanup or formatting.
•
•
Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section
between two scenes.
Sound or video are
interrupted.
Change [HDMI OUTPUT] in the [BASIC SETTINGS] to [AUTO1].
A part of the TV screen
appears to be shaking.
•
•
Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on the
index screen.
(Video files that have damaged management information can be
played back.)
Cannot find a recorded
video.
The following functions cannot be used for a backup DVD.
When playing back video
- Search index by date
- Playback effects
When playing back still image
Some functions cannot
be used when playing
back a backup DVD
through a DVD burner
connected to the
camera.
•
- Playback effects
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Trouble
Action
When recording the white balance was not correctly adjusted.
When the video was recorded with x.v.Color™ set to [ON], change
the setting as desired on TV.
•
•
The color of images
looks strange.
Set [EFFECT] to [OFF].
•
•
Do not move the camera suddenly during recording. (If the camera
is moved suddenly during recording, the driving sound (hum) of
the hard disk may have been recorded.)
Noise can be heard.
Change [VIDEO OUTPUT] in the [BASIC SETTINGS] to match
your TV.
Images look unnatural
on the TV (long and thin
etc.)
•
•
Operate the video device manually to start and stop recording.
When dubbing, the
connected video device
does not start recording
automatically.
When dubbing while the camera is connected via an i.LINK cable,
set to MPEG-2 TS format and dub a playlist that only includes
videos of 1440 CBR picture quality.
Connect using a audio/video cable, and dub to an analog device
using standard quality dubbing.
•
GZ-HD40
When dubbing a playlist,
some videos cannot be
played back.
•
•
Copy all files from the media onto your computer, and erase the
files from the media.
(If there are many still images (more than 1,000 files) on the
media, it takes time for the camera to process the files.)
The camera operates
slowly when switching
between video mode
and still image mode,
or when switching the
power on or off.
This is not a malfunction.
•
The camera gets hot.
Check the remaining battery charge.
•
•
(When the battery is fully charged, the lamp does not flash.)
When recharging in either a hot or cold environment, ensure that
battery is being charged within the permitted temperature range.
(If the battery is being recharged outside the permitted
temperature range, recharging may stop to protect the battery.)
The lamp does not flash
during battery charging.
Replace the battery.
•
•
•
Set [REMOTE] in the [BASIC SETTINGS] to [ON].
The remote control may not operate outdoors or in places
exposed to strong light.
The remote control
doesn’t work.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
The following phenomena are not malfunctions.
LCD monitor momentarily becomes red or black when sunlight is recorded.
Black spots, or red, green, or blue spots appear on the LCD monitor.
(The LCD monitor contains 99.99% effective pixels, but 0.01% or fewer pixels may be
ineffective.)
•
•
Maintaining HDD Performance
Periodically perform [CLEAN-UP HDD].
If a malfunction occurs in the HDD
! Perform [CLEAN-UP HDD].
# If this does not solve the malfunction, perform [FORMAT HDD]. (All data is deleted.)
$ If this does not solve the problem, perform the disc check function from a PC after formatting.
% If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs.
To reset the camera
! Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the
camera, then reattach it.
# Execute [FACTORY PRESET] in the [BASIC SETTINGS]. (Z p. 57)
Cleaning
Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.
To clean the camera
Wipe the camera gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into
diluted mild soap and wring it out well. After wiping with the wet cloth, wipe again with a dry
cloth.
To clean the LCD monitor
Wipe the monitor gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
To clean the lens
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
NOTES
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.
•
•
•
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Warning Indications
Indication
Action
Slide the lens cover switch to open the lens cover.
CHECK LENS COVER
SET DATE/TIME!
•
•
Set the date and time. (Connect the camera to an AC outlet
using the AC adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s
built-in lithium battery. Then set the date/time.)
Detach the battery pack once and re-attach it firmly.
COMMUNICATING ERROR
•
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] in the [BASIC SETTINGS] to
[HDD].
Replace the microSD card.
•
•
CANNOT USE IN
VIDEO MODE
Select [OK] and select [YES] when [DO YOU WANT TO
FORMAT? ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED] appears.
•
NOT FORMATTED
Check the operating procedure, and perform once again.
Turn off the camera, and turn it on again.
FORMAT ERROR!
•
•
DATA DELETION ERROR
FAILURE TO SAVE
Perform cleanup or formatting.
Remove and re-insert the microSD card. (MultiMediaCard
cannot be used.)
•
•
HDD ERROR!
MEMORY CARD ERROR!
Remove any dirt from the microSD card terminals.
Insert the microSD card before switching the power on.
Turn off the camera, and turn it on again.
•
•
•
Stop video recording, and then record a still image.
Set the mode switch to still images, and then record a still
image.
UP TO 3 STILL IMAGES CAN
BE TAKEN DURING
RECORDING
•
•
Stop video recording, and then record a still image. (If an
microSD card is removed or inserted during video recording, a
still image cannot be recorded.)
•
•
CANNOT TAKE MORE STILL
IMAGES AT THE MOMENT
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] in the [BASIC SETTINGS] to
[SD], then record to a microSD card.
DROP DETECTIONWORKED AND
THE POWER ISTURNED OFF
RECORDING CANCELLED
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Warning Indications (Continued)
Indication
Action
microSD card:
Check whether the microSD card has been checked for
operability.
HDD:
•
RECORDING FAILURE
Perform cleanup.
Do not allow the camera to be subject to impact/vibrations.
•
•
Select [OK] to restore.
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE
IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY
IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/
PLAYBACK, RECOVER?
•
Use a supported file format.
UNSUPPORTED SCENE!
UNSUPPORTED FILE!
•
•
Switch off the [PROTECT/CANCEL] function in the MENU.
THIS FILE IS PROTECTED
INSUFFICIENT SPACE
Delete files. Move files to a PC or other device.
Replace the microSD card with a new one.
•
•
Replace the backup destination with another disc.
NUMBER OF FOLDERS
OVERFLOW
•
•
•
Move the files or folder to a PC or other device, and then format
the HDD of the camera or the microSD card.
Select [FILE + MANAGEMENT NO] in the [FORMAT HDD]/
[FORMAT SD CARD].
UPPER LIMIT OF RECORDABLE
NUMBER OF FOLDERS/
FILES HAS BEEN REACHED
SCENE QUANTITY
LIMIT EXCEEDED
When creating a DVD, reduce the number of playlists to be
saved.
•
CANCELLED BECAUSE
PLAYLIST NUMBER
LIMIT EXCEEDED
! AVCHD:
Reduce the number of videos to add to the playlist to 999 files or
•
less.
! MPEG-2 TS:
PROCESSING CANCELLED DUETO
LACK OF SPACE FOR OPERATION
Reduce the number of videos to add to the playlist to 99 files or
•
less.
Delete the playlist, and then create a new one.
NO REGISTERED SCENES
IN PLAYLIST
•
SOME OF SCENES MAY
NOT BE PLAYED BACK
Disconnect the AV cable and the component cable of either the
camera or the Everio dock (GZ-HD40 only).
REMOVE ONE OF THE VIDEO
CABLE
•
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Indication
Action
Turn on the power of the connected USB device.
Connect the AC adapter to the DVD burner.
POWER IS OFF, OR USB
DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED
•
•
Replace the disc of the DVD burner with another disc. (A DVD-
RW disc can be initialized.)
DVD-RW DISC HAS BEEN
ALREADY USED
•
Replace the disc of the DVD burner with another disc.
FINALIZATION FAILED
•
•
Perform the following operations in order.
! Disconnect the external HDD from the camera, and connect it
to a PC to make sure it contains no important files.
# Connect the external HDD to the camera, and then select the
[FORMAT] from the menu. (All files on the external HDD will
be deleted.)
INCOMPATIBLE FORMAT
! AVCHD:
In the case of a still image DVD, set the mode switch to still
images.
•
In the case of a video DVD, set [STREAM FORMAT] in the
[BASIC SETTINGS] to [MPEG-2 TS].
•
! MPEG-2 TS:
In the case of a still image DVD, set the mode switch to still
NO FILES
•
images.
In the case of a video DVD, set [STREAM FORMAT] in the
[BASIC SETTINGS] to [AVCHD].
•
# mode:
No still images have been recorded, so set the mode switch to
videos.
•
Open the tray of the DVD burner, check and reinsert the DVD,
and close the tray.
INSERT DISC
•
CHANGE DISC
EN ꢄꢃ
Specifications
Recording mode (video)
AVCHD
Camera
XP:
SP:
EP:
MPEG-2 TS
FHD:
VBR, average of 17 Mbps
VBR, average of 12 Mbps
VBR, average of 5 Mbps
For general
Power supply
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
VBR, average of 26.6 Mbps
1440 CBR: CBR, average of 27 Mbps
Approx. 6.6 W*
Recording mode (audio)
*When the LED light is off and the monitor
backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
Dimensions (W x H x D)
AVCHD
48 kHz, 256 kbps
MPEG-2 TS 48 kHz, 384 kbps
GZ-HD40
73 mm x 68 mm x 123 mm
For still image
Format
JPEG
(2-7/8" x 2-11/16" x 4-7/8")
GZ-HD30
71 mm x 68 mm x 123 mm
(2-13/16" x 2-11/16" x 4-7/8")
Weight
Image size
5 modes: 2432 x 1368
1920 x 1080
1824 x 1368
1440 x 1080
640 x 480
GZ-HD40 Approx. 455 g (1.01 lbs)
Approx. 540 g (1.20 lbs) (incl. battery)
GZ-HD30 Approx. 440 g (0.98 lbs)
Approx. 525 g (1.16 lbs) (incl. battery)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity
35% to 80%
Storage temperature
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
Pickup
1/3" (2,680,000 pixels) progressive CMOS
Lens
Picture quality
2 modes: FINE / STANDARD
For connectors
HDMI
HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™)
Component output
Y, Pb, Pr component output
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 W
Pb/Pr: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 W
AV output
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 W
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kW
USB
Mini USB type A and type B,
USB 2.0 compliant
Microphone
ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Headphone
ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack
F 1.8 to 2.2,
f = 4.5 mm to 45.0 mm,
10:1 power zoom lens
Filter diameter
ø43.0 mm
LCD monitor
2.8" diagonally measured,
LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Speaker
Monaural
LED Light
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft)
(recommended shooting distance)
AC Adapter
For video/audio
Recording/Playback format
AVCHD mode
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Dolby Digital (2ch)
MPEG-2 TS mode
Power requirement
AC 110 V to 240 V$, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Output
DC 11 V
, 1 A
§
Video: MPEG-2 TS
Audio: MPEG-1 Layer 2
Signal format
1080/60i
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Dimensions (W x H x D)
42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm
(1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8")
Weight
Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs)
(incl. battery)
Remote Control
Power supply
DC 3 V
Battery life
Approx. 1 year
(depending on the frequency of use)
Operating distance
Within 5 m (16.4 ft)
Operating temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)
HDD
microSD Card
Recording medium
GZ-HD40
GZ-HD30
4 GB
8 GB
Quality
120 GB
80 GB
XP
900
1260
3000
600
600
840
1980
360
360
30
44
100
–
60
88
200
–
SP
EP
FHD
1440 CBR
600
–
–
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
HDD
microSD Card
2 GB
Recording medium
GZ-HD40 GZ-HD30
512 MB 1 GB
4 GB
8 GB
Image size/Quality
120 GB 80 GB
330
510
670
1040
1040
1630
880
1350
2100
2100
3210
1790
2770
2770
4360
9999
9999
2700
4200
4200
6410
3580
5540
5540
8700
9999
9999
5420
8420
8420
9999
7180
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
2432 x 1368 / FINE
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
9999
2432 x 1368 / STANDARD
1920 x 1080 / FINE
510
800
1920 x 1080 / STANDARD
1824 x 1368 / FINE
440
680
1370
1370
2160
6720
9999
1824 x 1368 / STANDARD
1440 x 1080 / FINE
680
1060
3320
5980
1440 x 1080 / STANDARD
640 x 480 / FINE
640 x 480 / STANDARD
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Cautions
ATTENTION:
AC Adapter
The product you have purchased is
powered by a rechargeable battery
that is recyclable.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this
battery.
When using the AC adapter in areas other than
the USA
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall
outlet other than American National Standard C73 series
type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as
shown.
Recording Medium
Be sure to follow the guidelines below
to prevent corruption or damage to your
recorded data.
•
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Plug Adapter
Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or
•
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
Do not splash the recording medium with water.
Do not use, replace, or store the recording
medium in locations that are exposed to strong
static electricity or electrical noise.
•
•
Battery Packs
Do not turn off the camera power or remove the
•
battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback,
or when otherwise accessing the recording
medium.
Do not bring the recording medium near objects
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit
strong electromagnetic waves.
The supplied battery pack is
Terminals
a lithium-ion battery. Before
using the supplied battery pack
or an optional battery pack,
be sure to read the following
cautions:
•
Do not store the recording medium in locations
with high temperature or high humidity.
•
Do not touch the metal parts.
•
When formatting or erasing data using the
camera, only the file administration information
is changed. The data is not completely erased
from the hard disk. If you want to completely
erase all of the data, we recommend either
using commercially available software that
is specially designed for that purpose, or by
physically destroying the camera with a hammer
etc.
•
To avoid hazards
•
... do not burn.
... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
... use only specified chargers.
Hard disk
Do not use the unit where it is subject to
vibrations or loud sounds.
If you move the unit suddenly, the drop detection
function may operate and the power may be
turned off.
To prevent damage and prolong service life
•
•
•
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C to
35°C (50°F to 95°F). This is a chemical reaction
type battery — cooler temperatures impede
chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures
can prevent complete charging.
LCD Monitor
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
every 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period of time.
... remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place the camera with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
To prolong service life
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
•
•
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To prevent the unit from dropping,
•
Main Unit
Attach the shoulder strap securely and fasten the
•
grip belt securely.
For safety, DO NOT
... open the camera’s chassis.
•
When using the camera with a tripod, attach the
camera to the tripod securely.
•
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camera is not in use.
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the
power plug or an AC wall outlet.
... insert any objects in the camera.
Avoid using the unit
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.
... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
If the camera drops, you may be injured and
the camera may be damaged.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : GZ-HD40U/GZ-HD30U
Trade Name : JVC
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470
Telephone Number : 973-317–5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
•
Changes or modifications not approved
by JVC could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.This equipment has
been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation.This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures: Reorient
or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the
separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
... in places where air pressure is low (more than
3000 m (9870 ft) above the sea level).
DO NOT leave the unit
•
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).
... in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
... in direct sunlight.
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater.
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit
in high places while a cable is connected may
result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and
the unit falls onto the floor.
To protect the unit, DO NOT
•
... allow it to become wet.
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
... swing it excessively when using the hand strap.
... swing the soft camera case excessively when
the camera is inside it.
... place the camera in dusty or sandy areas, such
as on a beach.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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MEMO
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EN ꢅ1
Terms
A
L
Lens Cover ........................................................20
Aperture Priority ................................................29
Auto Finalize ......................................................55
M
Manual Recording .............................................26
microSD Card ....................................................21
Monitor Backlight ...............................................54
B
C
Backlight Compensation ....................................27
Brightness Control (LCD Monitor) .....................54
Clean-up HDD ...................................................56
Copying (Moving) Files ......................................44
O
P
Operation Sound ...............................................56
D
Date Display Style .............................................54
Demonstration Mode .........................................54
Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ............................51
Dividing Files .....................................................40
DPOF ................................................................41
DVD Backup ......................................................44
Playlist ...............................................................42
Preset ................................................................57
Program AE .......................................................26
Q
R
Recordable Time/Number of Images .................67
Resetting the File Number .................................56
E
F
Everio Dock .......................................................12
S
Self-Timer ..........................................................53
Sharpness .........................................................29
Shutter Mode .....................................................53
Spot Exposure Control ......................................27
File Information ..................................................39
File Search ........................................................33
Focus .................................................................26
Formatting a Recording Medium .......................56
G
H
Gain ...................................................................53
Gain Up .............................................................52
T
Histogram ..........................................................39
W
White Balance ...................................................29
Wipe or Fader Effects ........................................32
X
Z
x.v.Color ............................................................52
I
Image Rotation ..................................................31
Zebra .................................................................29
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