JVC GZ HD320U User Manual

EN  
GUIDEBOOK  
HARD DISK CAMERA  
U
GZ-HD320  
GZ-HD300  
U
Dear Customers  
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.  
Before use, please read the safety  
information and precautions contained  
in pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of  
this product.  
For Future Reference:  
Enter the Model No. (located on the  
bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No.  
(located on the battery pack mount of the  
camcorder) below.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
ENGLISH  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
Remember that this camcorder 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,  
stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by  
the manufacturer, or  
Trademarks  
“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks  
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol  
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
x.v.Color™ is a trademark of  
Sony Corporation.  
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI  
Licensing, LLC.  
Windows® is either registered trademark or  
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United  
States and/or other countries.  
sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used,  
use caution when  
moving the cart/  
apparatus combination  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Inc.  
iTunes, iMovie, iPhoto are trademarks of Apple  
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks  
and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.  
to avoid injury from tip-over.  
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.  
Other product and company names included in  
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or  
registered trademarks of their respective holders.  
If this symbol is shown, it is only valid  
in the European Union.  
EN  
Easy Start Guide  
Charge the battery before recording  
Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack.  
Access lamp  
blinks: Accessing files  
Power/charge lamp  
blinks: Charging  
goes out: Charging finished  
Do not remove the  
AC adapter, the  
battery pack or the  
microSD card when  
the lamp is blinking.  
Open the cover  
The battery pack is not  
charged at the time of  
purchase.  
Battery Pack  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
CAUTION  
Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides  
JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed.  
Grip Adjustment  
Adjust the strap and fasten.  
Grip Strap  
Fasten the strap when you grip the  
camcorder.  
When carrying the camcorder,  
please be careful not to drop it.  
Fasten  
EN  
Select the city closest to  
the area where you use  
the camcorder  
Date/Time Setting  
T
Open the LCD monitor to  
Q turn on the camcorder  
Power button  
LCD monitor  
Select [ON] if daylight  
saving time is observed  
U
V
Select [YES] within  
R 10 seconds  
Slide your finger up and down on the  
sensor. Then touch OK.  
Set the date and time  
Touch sensor: Sets the date and time  
: Moves the cursor to the right  
OK: Clock starts  
}
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.  
Touch the sensors with your finger. The  
sensors do not function if you touch them  
with your finger nail or with gloves on.  
Select [CLOCK SETTING]  
S
EN  
 
Video recording  
CAUTION  
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial  
recording.  
Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode  
Q
Select recording mode (REC)  
R
The mode changes when  
you press the button.  
The auto recording  
indicator appears.  
Start recording  
S
Remaining space on  
the hard disk  
Record-standby  
Video Quality  
Press the START/STOP  
button to start recording,  
and press it again to stop.  
Recording  
EN  
Playing back  
Select playback mode (PLAY)  
Q
The mode changes when  
you press the button.  
Select the desired file  
R
S
Index screen  
Select  
(Touch OK)  
F
Playback screen  
To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 24)  
To view files on TV (Z p. 32)  
CAUTION  
Do not forget to make copies after recording!  
To copy files onto discs (Z p. 47)  
To dub files to a VCR/DVD recorder (Z p. 53)  
To play back a created disc (Z p. 50)  
To edit files on your computer (Z p. 54)  
EN  
Preparing the Remote Control...................... 11  
Grip Adjustment............................................ 18  
Using a microSD Card.................................. 19  
Creating Playlists.......................................... 43  
Playing Back Playlists................................... 44  
Other Operations of Playlists........................ 45  
Using a BD/DVD Burner............................... 47  
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder........ 53  
Turning on the Upload Mode ........................ 61  
Uploading Files............................................. 62  
Manual Recording ..................................29  
Manual Setting in Menu................................ 29  
Changing the Menu Settings.................63  
Troubleshooting......................................69  
Warning Indications ...............................73  
Cleaning ..................................................75  
Specifications .........................................76  
Cautions ..................................................78  
Terms.......................................................84  
Playback Operation ...................................... 33  
Operating in Conjunction with TV via  
HDMI ......................................................34  
EN  
How to use the Touch  
Sensor  
After the menu is displayed on the LCD  
monitor:  
Read This First!  
Make a backup of important recorded data  
It is recommended to copy your important  
recorded data to a DVD or other recording  
media for storage. JVC will not be responsible  
for any lost data.  
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 camcorder if it does not operate  
correctly  
Close the LCD monitor and remove the power  
supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the  
camcorder, then reattach it.  
QSlide your finger up and down on the  
sensor.  
RSelect [SET]. (Touch OK.)  
Precautions on handling batteries  
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/  
VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This product  
includes patented and other proprietary  
technology and is made to be used with the  
JVC battery and not with other batteries.  
JVC cannot guarantee safety or  
performance of this product when it is  
operated by other batteries.  
If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic  
discharge, turn off the power before using it  
again.  
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the  
camcorder immediately and contact  
A
To select an on-screen button appearing  
on the left side, touch the portion of the  
sensor next to the on-screen button.  
Recorded data may be erased while the  
camcorder is being repaired or inspected.  
Back up all data before requesting repairs or  
inspections.  
B
To select an on-screen button appearing  
at the bottom of the screen, touch the  
buttons underneath them.  
Because camcorders 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. 65)  
EN  
GETTING STARTED  
Accessories  
BN-VF808U  
AP-V20U  
AC Adapter  
Battery Pack  
Component Cable  
AV Cable  
CD-ROM  
CR2025  
RM-V751U  
USB Cable  
Remote Control  
Lithium Battery  
Pre-installed in the  
remote control.  
NOTE  
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.  
10 EN  
 
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.  
EN 11  
 
Index  
NOTE  
Be careful not to cover 3, 4, 5, and 6  
during shooting.  
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.  
1ꢀ EN  
 
Camcorder  
Remote Control  
! Power Button  
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window  
R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/Out)  
S Up Button  
# HDMI Mini Connector (Z p. 32)  
$ Component Connector (Z p. 32)  
% DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15)  
& Speaker  
T Skip Backward Button  
( Ventilation hole  
U Left Button  
) Zoom Lever (Z p. 22)  
Speaker Volume Control  
* SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 21)  
V Back Button  
W PLAYLIST Button  
X START/STOP Button  
+ Touch Sensor  
, OK Button  
Y S.SHOT(SNAPSHOT) Button  
Z INFO Button  
- MENU Button  
a Skip Forward Button  
b PLAY/PAUSE/SET Button  
. Mode Switch [!, #]  
/ UPLOAD Button (Z p. 61)  
TITLE Button (Z p. 44)  
c Right Button  
d Next Button  
e Down Button  
f INDEX Button*  
g DISP Button  
0 EXPORT Button (Z p. 59)  
1 DIRECT DISC Button (Z p. 48)  
INFO Button (Z p. 22, 38)  
2 PLAY/REC Button (Z p. 20, 21, 24, 25)  
* Each time you press INDEX, the screen  
switches as shown below:  
3 LED Light (Z p. 22)  
4 Remote Sensor  
5 Lens  
! mode:  
Index Screen « Group Index Screen  
# mode:  
6 Stereo Microphone  
Index Screen « Date Index Screen  
7 DC Connector  
8 START/STOP Button (Z p. 20)  
9 AV Connector (Z p. 33, 53)  
: USB Connector (Z p. 47, 51, 55)  
; Tripod Mounting Socket  
< microSD Card Slot  
= Battery Release Button  
EN 1ꢁ  
 
Indications on LCD Monitor  
During both Video and Still Image  
Recording  
During Video Recording Only  
NOV. 1. 2009 4:55 PM  
! Mode Indicator  
# EXPORT Mode Indicator (Z p. 59)  
$ Counter  
% Upload Mode Indicator (Z p. 61)  
& Video Quality (Z p. 64)  
( Remaining Time  
! Selected Recording Mode Indicator  
(Z p. 29)  
: Auto Mode  
@
3: Manual Mode  
# Effect Mode Indicator (Z p. 31)  
$ Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z p. 31)  
% LED Light Indicator (Z p. 22)  
& Scene Select Indicator (Z p. 30)  
( Zoom Indicator (Z p. 22)  
)
REC: (Appears during recording.)  
: (Appears during record-standby  
mode.)  
M
MQ  
* Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator  
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)  
(Z p. 64)  
+ Shooting Indicator (Z p. 20)  
, Wind Cut Indicator (Z p. 64)  
- Event Indicator (Z p. 23)  
. x.v.Color™ (Z p. 64)  
) Recording Medium Indicator (Z p. 68)  
* Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(Z p. 66)  
+ White Balance Indicator (Z p. 31)  
, Monitor Backlight Indicator (Z p. 65)  
- Battery Indicator  
. Date/Time (Z p. 16)  
During Still Image Recording Only  
/ Face Detection Indicator (Z p. 23)  
0 Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
(Z p. 30)  
1 Backlight Compensation Indicator (Z p. 31)  
2 Brightness Control Indicator (Z p. 30)  
.: Photometry Area Control Indicator  
(Z p. 31)  
3 Shutter Speed (Z p. 30)  
! Mode Indicator  
# Focus Indicator (Z p. 21)  
$ Image Size (Z p. 64)  
% Image Quality: FINE (fine) or  
(standard) (Z p. 64)  
STD  
& Remaining Number of Shots  
( Shooting Indicator (Z p. 21)  
) Shutter Mode Indicator (Z p. 63)  
* Self-Timer Indicator (Z p. 63)  
1ꢂ EN  
 
During Video Playback  
During Still Image Playback  
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NOV. 1. 2009  
4:55 PM  
NOV. 1. 2009  
4:55 PM  
! Mode Indicator  
! Mode Indicator  
# Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 21)  
$ Folder/File Number  
% Slide Show Playback Indicator  
& Battery Indicator  
( Date/Time (Z p. 16)  
# Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Z p. 26)  
$ Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when  
playing back a playlist.) (Z p. 44)  
% Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 20)  
& Video Quality (Z p. 64)  
( Counter  
) Output with 1080p (Z p. 67)  
) Playback Mode  
Playback  
Pause  
Forward Search  
Reverse Search  
Forward Slow-Motion  
Reverse Slow-Motion  
:
:
:
:
F
Q
K
J
Switching indication modes on LCD  
monitor  
Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications  
on LCD monitor switch as shown below:  
:
:
QF  
PQ  
(The number on the left shows speed.)  
In recording mode:  
All indications/Indications for selected  
functions  
In playback mode:  
All indications/Only date and time/No  
indications  
* Battery Indicator  
+ Date/Time (Z p. 16)  
, Volume Level Indicator  
- x.v.Color™ (Z p. 64)  
. Output with 1080p (Z p. 67)  
EN 1ꢃ  
Necessary Settings before Use  
To detach the battery pack  
Charging the Battery Pack  
1 Close the LCD monitor to turn off the  
camcorder.  
2 Attach the battery pack, then connect  
the AC adapter.  
NOTE  
You can also use the camcorder with just the  
AC adapter.  
The actual recording time may shorten  
depending on the recording environment,  
such as when recording scenes with fast  
moving subject.  
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter  
plug and cable. This may damage the AC  
adapter.  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
The power/charge lamp blinks to  
indicate charging has started.  
When the lamp goes out, charging is  
finished.  
Date/Time Setting  
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
To check the remaining battery power  
See page 22.  
2 Touch MENU.  
Battery pack  
Charging time  
1 h 50 m  
3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].  
BN-VF808U  
(Provided)  
BN-VF815U  
BN-VF823U  
2 h 40 m  
3 h 40 m  
4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST].  
1ꢄ EN  
 
5 Select [CLOCK SETTING].  
6 Select the city closest to the area you  
are traveling.  
6 Select the city closest to the area  
To return to the previous screen  
Select @.  
where you use the camcorder.  
Selected area is highlighted  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
Principal city of the  
selected area  
Time difference to  
GMT  
Language Setting  
7 Select [ON] if daylight saving time is  
The language on the display can be changed.  
observed.  
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
2 Touch MENU.  
3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].  
8 Set the date and time.  
Change the setting by using the touch  
sensor and select [ ] to set.  
&
4 Select [LANGUAGE].  
9 Select [SAVE].  
To reset the setting, select [QUIT].  
Setting the clock to local time when  
traveling  
5 Select the desired language.  
After performing steps 1-4 (Z p. 16)  
To return to the previous screen  
Select @.  
5 Select [AREA SETTING].  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
EN 1ꢅ  
 
Other Settings  
Grip Adjustment  
Tripod Mounting  
Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod  
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,  
and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to  
mount it to the tripod.  
NOTE  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel  
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious  
damage to the camcorder.  
NOTE  
Fasten the strap when you grip the  
camcorder.  
When carrying the camcorder, please be  
careful not to drop it.  
1ꢆ EN  
 
To remove a microSD card  
Push the microSD card once.  
Using a microSD Card  
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.  
The camcorder is programmed to record on  
the built-in hard disk when it is shipped from  
the factory.You can change the recording  
medium to microSD card.  
NOTE  
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.  
Operations are confirmed on the following  
microSD cards.  
- Panasonic  
- TOSHIBA  
- SanDisk  
- ATP  
Video recording:  
Change the recording medium  
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and [REC  
MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD]. (Z p. 68)  
Class 4 or higher compatible microSDHC  
card (4 GB to 8 GB)  
For UXP mode, use Class 6 or higher.  
Still image recording:  
microSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or  
microSDHC card (4 GB to 8 GB)  
If other media are used, they may fail to  
record data correctly, or they may lose data  
that had already been recorded.  
MultiMediaCards are not supported.  
Video data may not be recorded onto the  
microSD cards on which video data have  
already been recorded using the devices  
from other manufacturers.  
Format a microSD card when using it for  
the first time  
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format the  
card. (Z p. 68)  
Insert a microSD card  
Preparation:  
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the  
camcorder.  
1 Open the microSD card cover.  
2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped  
edge first.  
3 Close the microSD card cover.  
EN 1ꢇ  
 
RECORDING/PLAYBACK  
Recording Files  
Video Recording  
Slide the mode switch to select  
! (video) mode.  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
recording mode.  
SNAPSHOT  
Press START/STOP to start  
recording.  
Approximate remaining  
time for recording  
You can also start/stop recording by  
selecting [REC] on the LCD monitor.  
(On-screen recording control)  
To stop recording  
Press START/STOP again.  
To change the video quality  
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].  
(Z p. 64)  
To view the last recorded scene  
Select while recording is paused.  
A
Selecting $ during playback deletes that  
scene.  
To record a still image during video  
recording  
Press SNAPSHOT.  
NOTE  
The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn off the camcorder and then  
turn on again.  
If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off  
automatically to conserve power.  
Do not move or shake the camcorder suddenly during recording.  
If you do so, the driving sound (hum) of the hard disk may be recorded.  
ꢀ0 EN  
 
Still Image Recording  
Slide the mode switch to select  
# (still image) mode.  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
recording mode.  
Press and hold SNAPSHOT  
halfway.  
The ? indicator becomes green when  
the captured image is focused.  
Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a  
still image.  
To view the last recorded image  
Select  
after shooting.  
A
Selecting $ during playback deletes that  
image.  
To change the image quality  
Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY].  
(Z p. 64)  
To change the image size  
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE].  
(Z p. 64)  
To record still images continuously  
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in  
[SHUTTER MODE]. (Z p. 63)  
NOTE  
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.  
If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off  
automatically to conserve power.  
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.  
EN ꢀ1  
 
Recording Files (Continued)  
Checking the Remaining Battery  
Power  
Zooming  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
! mode:  
Select the recording mode.  
Press INFO twice or INFO and then select  
.
;
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
# mode:  
Press INFO.  
W: Wide angle  
T: Telephoto  
You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting  
[W] or [T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen  
zoom control)  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT] or press INFO.  
Zoom ratio (factory-preset)  
! mode  
[20X / OPTICAL]  
# mode  
[20X / OPTICAL]  
NOTE  
The recordable time display should only be  
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute  
units.  
To change the maximum zoom ratio  
(! mode only)  
Checking the Remaining Space on  
the Recording Media  
Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z p. 64)  
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.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Press INFO.  
LED Light  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
1 Touch MENU.  
The maximum recording time is displayed for  
each video quality mode.  
2 Select [LIGHT].  
To change the video quality  
1) Select the video quality.  
2) Select [SET].  
3 Select the desired setting.  
The LED light remains on  
regardless of the surrounding  
conditions.  
ON  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
The LED light turns on  
automatically when shooting in  
insufficient light conditions.  
AUTO  
OFF  
Deactivates this function.  
ꢀꢀ EN  
 
Select  
.
Registering Files to Events  
If you select an event to register the file to  
before starting recording, you can find the file  
easily at playback.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
To turn off the face detection mode  
Select again.  
Select the recording mode.  
1 Touch MENU.  
Recording still images with the face  
detection mode turned on  
2 Select [REGISTER EVENT].  
1) Press and hold SNAPSHOT half way.  
3 Select the event.  
2) Press SNAPSHOT.  
Using the self-timer in the face detection mode  
Preparation:  
Set [SELF-TIMER] to [FACE DETECTION].  
1) Press SNAPSHOT.  
Faces are detected.  
The selected event is displayed on the  
screen.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
To search by event  
See page 28.  
2) The still image is recorded 3 seconds after  
the face of the photographer is detected.  
NOTE  
Once you select a certain event to register a  
file, the setting will remain even if you turn off  
the camcorder.  
Photographer  
Turning on the Face Detection Mode  
If you set this mode on, the camcorder detects  
the faces and adjust brightness and focus so  
that the faces are recorded clearly.  
NOTE  
If the LCD monitor is turned upside down,  
is not displayed. Change the setting when  
the LCD monitor is in the normal position.  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
You cannot turn on the face detection mode if  
[SELF-TIMER] is set to [FACE DETECTION].  
(This is indicated by blinking .)  
Select the recording mode.  
Depending on the condition, faces may not  
be detected.  
If the face detection does not work correctly,  
turn off the mode before recording.  
EN ꢀꢁ  
 
Playing Back Files  
Video Playback  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
playback mode.  
Slide the mode switch to select !  
(video) mode.  
The index screen appears.  
Select the desired file.  
To move to the previous or next page  
Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second.  
To play back a few seconds from the  
beginning of each video  
To change the number of thumbnails  
(6 thumbnails/12 thumbnails)  
Move the zoom lever to [W].  
To zoom in the video during pause  
(Remote Control Only)  
Touch [  
].  
Press T on the remote control.  
NOTE  
Press ¡, ¢, £, ¤ on the remote control to  
In some cases, parts of video other than the  
beginning may be played back.  
Some video may not be played back at all.  
move the zoom area.  
Press and hold W on the remote control to  
cancel zoom in.  
To delete a video  
Select $ when playback is stopped.  
Operations during Video Playback  
Speaker volume  
On-screen buttons  
Return to the first scene of the file  
Go to the first scene of the next file  
Return to the index screen  
:
:
:
:
:
N
O
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J
E
: Turn down the  
volume  
Reverse search (during playback)  
Frame-by-frame playback in reverse  
direction (during pause)*  
Playback  
:
:
:
:
F
Q
K
G
Pause  
Forward search (during playback)  
Frame-by-frame playback in forward  
direction (during pause)*  
* Slow playback starts when you keep touching the  
sensor button under for a while.  
+ : Turn up the  
/
E G  
volume  
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Still Image Playback  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
playback mode.  
Slide the mode switch to select #  
(still image) mode.  
The index screen appears.  
Select the desired file.  
To move to the previous or next page  
Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second.  
To delete a still image  
To zoom in the image during playback  
(Remote Control Only)  
Press T on the remote control.  
Select $.  
Press ¡, ¢, £, ¤ on the remote control to  
To change the number of thumbnails  
(6 thumbnails/12 thumbnails)  
Move the zoom lever to [W].  
move the zoom area.  
Press and hold W on the remote control to  
cancel zoom in.  
Operations during Still Image Playback On-screen buttons  
Change playback order of slide show in reverse direction  
Change playback order of slide show in forward direction  
Return to the index screen  
Display the previous file  
Start the slide show  
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
P
F
L
N
F
Q
O
End the slide show  
Display the next file  
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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.  
Preparation:  
Fades in or out with a black screen.  
T WIPE-SLIDE:  
Wipes in from right to left, or wipes out in  
the opposite way.  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
U WIPE-DOOR:  
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.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [WIPE/FADER].  
V WIPE-SCROLL:  
Wipes in from the bottom to the top of a  
black screen, or wipes out in the opposite  
way.  
W WIPE-SHUTTER:  
Wipes in from the center of a black screen  
toward the top and bottom, or wipes out in  
the opposite way.  
3 Select a desired effect.  
For details on each effect, see the right  
column.  
NOTE  
No effect will be applied on files with a play  
time shorter than 7 seconds.  
4 Select the file you want to play back.  
To quit the screen  
Touch MENU.  
To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
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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 Select  
.
In case of # mode, go to step 3.  
Group Index Screen  
!
2 Select [SEARCH DATE].  
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.  
1 Select  
.
3 Select the recording date.  
2 Select [GROUP].  
4 Select the file you want to play back.  
3 Select the file you want to play back.  
The number of files in the group is  
displayed in the thumbnails.  
To return to the index screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
To return to the index screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
NOTE  
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. 23)  
The created groups may not be listed by  
recording date such as when copying the  
files to a microSD card.  
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Playing Back Files (Continued)  
Event Screen  
!
Playing Back MTS Files  
You can search the desired file by the event  
that you registered the file to when recording.  
(Z p. 23) After searching by the event, you can  
search by the recording date to narrow down  
the search.  
MTS files (demonstration files, etc.) are stored  
in the EXTMOV folder.  
Follow the procedure below to play back the  
MTS files in the EXTMOV folder.  
Preparation:  
1 Select  
.
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
2 Select [SEARCH EVENT].  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE].  
3 Select the event.  
3 Select the file you want to play back.  
4 Select the recording date.  
To display all the files, select [ALL].  
To return to the normal file playback  
mode  
Select  
.
@
NOTE  
An MTS file is created in the EXTMOV folder  
when management information is corrupted.  
5 Select the file you want to play back.  
To return to the index screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
To change the event registration of a file  
See page 39.  
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Manual Recording  
Manual recording mode enables you to set the  
focus and screen brightness, etc. manually.  
Manual Setting in Menu  
In the manual recording mode:  
Changing to Manual Recording Mode  
Preparation:  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [MANUAL SETTING].  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Select [A/M] twice.  
3 Select the desired menu.  
To return to the auto recording mode  
Select [A/M] so that the @ indicator  
appears.  
4 Select the desired setting.  
Depending on the kind of settings you  
select, you can set the value by using the  
touch sensor.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
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Manual Recording (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function.  
NIGHT: Records with more sensitivity in dim locations by  
adjusting the shutter speed automatically.  
5
TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.  
V
SCENE SELECT  
6 PORTRAIT: The subject in the foreground is accentuated  
Adjusts the exposure and  
shutter speed to suit your  
surroundings or the subject.  
by blurring the background.  
H SPORTS: Records fast moving subjects clearly.  
G SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may appear too dark  
when shooting in extremely bright surroundings, such as  
in snow.  
/ SPOTLIGHT: Select this when a spotlight makes a subject  
appear too bright.  
@ [AUTO]: The focus is adjusted automatically.  
3 MANUAL:  
N FOCUS  
@
A: Adjusts the focus manually. (When zooming, the  
subject will not go out of focus if you adjust the focus at  
the telephoto (T) side before zooming to the wide angle  
(W) side.)  
Adjusts the focus.  
The image becomes black and white. The outline of focused  
object is displayed in blue.  
Use this for adjusting the focus more precisely.  
Adjust the focus, then select [SET] to fix the focus.  
FOCUS ASSIST  
Assists you to adjust the  
focus.  
! mode  
@ [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.  
3 MANUAL:  
–6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments  
of 1.  
g ADJUST BRIGHTNESS  
Adjusts the brightness.  
# mode  
@ [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.  
3 MANUAL:  
–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in  
increments of 1/3EV.  
! mode  
@ [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.  
3 MANUAL:  
1/2 to 1/4000: The smaller the value, the faster the shutter  
speed.  
SHUTTER SPEED  
9
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.  
# mode  
@ [AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.  
3 MANUAL:  
1/2 to 1/4000: The smaller the value, the faster the shutter  
speed.  
NOTE  
It is recommended to use the tripod when recording with a slow  
shutter speed.  
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Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
@ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.  
3 MANUAL:  
B MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on  
the light source.  
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of  
the camcorder so that the white paper fills  
the screen.  
WB  
=
Adjusts the white balance to  
achieve the optimum colors  
for the amount of light in your  
surroundings during recording.  
2) Keep touching OK until the B indicator  
appears.  
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.  
- BACKLIGHT COMP.  
Backlight compensation  
brightens the subject by  
increasing the exposure.  
1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function.  
0 ON: Activates the function.  
[WHOLE SCREEN]: Brightness is adjusted automatically  
for whole screen.  
SPOT: Brightness for the specified spot is adjusted  
6
7
PHOTOMETRY AREA  
Enables you to adjust the  
brightness in the desired spot  
when backlight compensation  
does not work well.  
automatically.  
1 [OFF]: No effect is used.  
J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old still images.  
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.  
* ! mode only  
1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function.  
0 ON: Activates the function.  
t TELE MACRO  
Enables you to shoot a  
subject as large as possible  
at a distance of approx. 50 cm  
(1.64 ft).  
NOTE  
Set [TELE MACRO] to [OFF] if you will not take close-up still  
images.  
Non-close-up still images will be blurred if [TELE MACRO] is set to  
[ON].  
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USING WITH TV  
Viewing Files on TV  
This camcorder 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.  
NOTE  
When connecting to the HDMI cable, the  
image or sound may not appear on the TV  
properly depending on the TV connected.  
In such cases, perform the following  
operations.  
Connection with TV  
1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and  
connect it again.  
2) Turn off and on the camcorder again.  
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 COMPONENT  
connector  
DC Connector  
AV Connector  
To connect using the HDMI mini  
connector  
AC Adapter  
We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI  
cable (High Speed cable).  
DC Connector  
COMPONENT  
Connector  
HDMI Mini Connector  
COMPONENT  
AV Cable  
To AC Outlet  
Component Cable  
AC Adapter  
HDMI Cable (optional)  
(Mini to full-sized HDMI cable)  
To AC Outlet  
COMPONENT  
Audio L/R Input  
Input Connector Connector  
Video Connector is  
not in use.  
NOTE  
HDMI Connector  
Change the settings in [COMPONENT  
OUTPUT] according to the connection.  
(Z p. 67)  
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To connect using the AV connector  
Playback Operation  
After the connection with TV is completed  
DC Connector  
AV Connector  
AC Adapter  
1 Turn on the camcorder and the TV.  
2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
3 (Only when connecting the camcorder to  
the VCR/DVD recorder)  
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and  
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
4 Start playback on the camcorder.  
(Z p. 24, 25)  
AV Cable  
To AC Outlet  
To display camcorder’s on-screen  
display on TV  
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (Z p. 67)  
NOTE  
When the video was recorded with x.v.Color™  
set to [ON], change the x.v.Color™ setting  
on TV. (Z p. 64) For details, refer to the TV’s  
instruction manual.  
AV Input Connector  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [VIDEO OUTPUT]  
to suit the screen size of your television.  
(Z p. 67)  
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Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI  
Operation method 1  
Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CEC-  
enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you  
to utilize the following convenient functions.  
HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)  
is an industry standard that enables  
interoperability between HDMI-CEC  
compliant devices that are connected via  
HDMI cables.  
TV turns on  
! Turn on the  
camcorder.  
# Select the playback  
mode.  
$ Connect the HDMI  
cable.  
automatically and  
switches to HDMI  
input mode when the  
camcorder is turned  
on.  
NOTE  
Not all HDMI-control devices comply with  
the HDMI-CEC standard. The HDMI control  
function of the camcorder will not work when  
connected to these devices.  
Operation method 2  
The camcorder is not guaranteed to operate  
with all HDMI-CEC-enabled devices.  
Depending on the specifications of each  
HDMI-CEC-enabled device, some functions  
may not work with the camcorder. (For  
details, refer to the instruction manual of your  
TV.)  
Turn off the TV.  
The camcorder turns  
off automatically.  
Unintended operations may occur with some  
connected devices. In these cases, set  
[HDMI CONTROL] to [OFF].  
Operation method 3  
Depending on the TV connected, the display  
language of the camcorder will automatically  
switch to the language that is used for the TV  
when the camcorder is turned on.  
Preparation:  
Connect an HDMI cable between the  
camcorder and the TV. (Z p. 32)  
Turn on the TV and set the HDMI-CEC  
related setting to on. (For details, refer to the  
instruction manual of the TV.)  
Turn on the camcorder and set [HDMI  
(This is applicable only if the camcorder  
supports the language selected for the TV.)  
To use the camcorder with a language that  
differs from the display language of the TV,  
set [HDMI CONTROL] to [OFF].  
NOTE  
CONTROL] to [ON]. (Z p. 67)  
The display language of the TV will not  
switch automatically, even if the display  
language of the camcorder is changed.  
These functions may not work correctly when  
devices such as amplifier and selector are  
connected. Set [HDMI CONTROL] to [OFF].  
If HDMI-CEC does not work properly, turn off  
and on the camcorder again.  
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EDITING  
Managing Files  
CAUTION  
Deleting 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. 68)  
Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete  
them, release the protection first. (Z p. 37)  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be  
restored. Check files before deleting.  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
1 Touch MENU.  
Capturing a Still Image from a Video  
2 Select [DELETE].  
You can capture the desired scene from a  
recorded video, and store it as a still image.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
Press SNAPSHOT when playback is  
paused.  
Deleting the Currently Displayed File  
After performing steps 1-2  
3 Select [CURRENT].  
NOTE  
Captured still images are stored at a  
resolution of 1920 x 1080. The image can  
be elongated in the horizontal or vertical  
directions depending on the quality of the  
source video file.  
4 Select [YES].  
The continuous shooting function cannot be  
used to capture images.  
You cannot capture video during playback.  
You can select the previous or next file by  
selecting % or &.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
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Managing Files (Continued)  
Deleting Selected Files  
Deleting All Files  
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35)  
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 35)  
3 Select [FILE SELECT].  
3 Select [DELETE ALL].  
4 Select the desired file and select $.  
4 Select [YES].  
The $ mark appears on the file. To select  
other files, repeat this step.  
To check the content of the file, select  
[CHECK].  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
5 Select [EXEC].  
6 Select [YES].  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
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Protecting Selected Files  
Protecting Files  
Preparation:  
After performing steps 1-3  
Select ! or # mode.  
4 Select [FILE SELECT].  
Select the playback mode.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [EDIT].  
5 Select the desired file and select x.  
3 Select [PROTECT/CANCEL].  
The x (protection) mark appears on the  
file. To select other files, repeat this step.  
To check the content of the file, select  
[CHECK].  
Protecting the Currently Displayed File  
6 Select [QUIT].  
After performing steps 1-3  
7 Select [YES].  
4 Select [CURRENT].  
To release protection  
Select the protected file in step 5.  
5 Select [YES].  
You can select the previous or next file by  
selecting % or &.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
EN ꢁꢅ  
 
Managing Files (Continued)  
Protecting All Files  
Viewing File Information  
After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 37)  
Preparation:  
! mode:  
4 Select [PROTECT ALL].  
Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file  
on the index screen.  
# mode:  
Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the  
file on the index screen.  
Press INFO.  
5 Select [YES].  
FOLDER (# mode): 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. 64)  
QUALITY: Video quality/Image quality  
(Z p. 64)  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
To release protection of all files  
1) In step 4, select [CANCEL ALL].  
2) Select [YES].  
PROTECT: File protection status (Z p. 37)  
To turn off the file information display  
Press INFO again.  
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6 Select a new event.  
Changing the Event Registration  
Preparation:  
To cancel the event registration, select  
[CANCEL].  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [EDIT].  
Changing the Event of the Selected  
Files  
After performing steps 1-3  
4 Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE].  
3 Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.].  
5 Select the first file of the range.  
Changing the Event of the Currently  
Displayed File  
After performing steps 1-3  
To preview scenes, select the file and  
select [CHECK].  
4 Select [CURRENT].  
6 Select the last file of the range.  
7 Select a new event.  
To cancel the event registration, select  
[CANCEL].  
5 Select [YES].  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
You can select the previous or next file by  
selecting % or &.  
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Managing Files (Continued)  
6 Select [DIVIDE HERE].  
Dividing Files  
You can divide a selected video into two.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
To set the division point again, select  
[CANCEL].  
1 Touch MENU.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
2 Select [EDIT].  
NOTE  
When playing back the divided file, the  
recording date of the division point is  
displayed.  
You cannot divide the files with the export  
setting or the upload setting turned on.  
3 Select [DIVIDE].  
4 Select the desired file.  
Playback starts.  
5 Select [SET] at the point you want to  
divide the file.  
It is recommended to select [SET] after the  
pause button is pressed.  
Use these controls to locate  
the division point.  
The actual division point may differ slightly  
from the point that is set.  
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6 Select [SET] at the end point.  
Trimming Files  
It is recommended to select [SET] after the  
pause button is pressed.  
You can select the necessary part of the video  
and save it as a new video file.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
To cancel the start point setting, select  
[CANCEL].  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [EDIT].  
7 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE].  
3 Select [TRIMMING].  
To set the start/end point again, select  
[REDEFINE AREA].  
8 Select [YES].  
When copying is finished, the copied file is  
added to the index screen.  
4 Select the desired file.  
9 Touch OK.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
5 Select [SET] at the start point.  
It is recommended to select [SET] after the  
pause button is pressed.  
Use these controls to locate  
the starting point.  
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Managing Files (Continued)  
6 Select [SAVE].  
Face Detection Zoom  
You can enlarge the part including a face in a  
still image and save it as a new file.  
Preparation:  
Select # mode.  
Zoom images are saved in 16:9 aspect  
regardless of the original aspect.  
Select the playback mode.  
1 Select the desired still image.  
7 Select [YES].  
8 Touch OK.  
2 Select  
.
3 Touch the touch sensor to select the  
face to zoom.  
+
4 Select  
.
5 Adjust the zoom area.  
Touch the touch sensor to move the area  
upwards or downwards.  
+
Select  
to change the zoom ratio.  
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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.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
To preview scenes, select the file and  
select [CHECK].  
Creating Playlists  
6 Select the insertion point.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].  
To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.  
To delete a registered scene, select the  
registered file, then select [CANCEL].  
3 Select [NEW LIST].  
7 Select [SAVE].  
8 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].  
4 Select an item and display files.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
To add a picture title after creating a  
playlist  
See page 45.  
[CREATE FROM SCENE]:  
Display all files individually.  
[CREATE BY GROUP]:  
Display all files listed by group.  
NOTE  
[CREATE BY DATE]:  
Display all the files listed by recording  
date.  
A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.  
If you delete the original files, the  
corresponding files are also deleted from the  
playlist.  
[CREATE BY EVENT]:  
Search for an event and display the  
corresponding files listed by recording  
date.  
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Playlists (Continued)  
Creating Playlists Including Picture  
Titles  
Playing Back Playlists  
You can easily create a playlist including a  
picture title.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST].  
1 Press TITLE.  
3 Select the playlist.  
2 Select the desired picture title.  
You can check the picture title in full-screen  
by selecting [CHECK].  
To stop playback  
Select  
.
L
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
3 Select the desired file.  
To play back from the desired scene  
1) In step 3, select [CHECK]. (The index  
screen for playlist appears.)  
2) Select the desired scene.  
You can check the scene by selecting  
[CHECK].  
NOTE  
When playing back a playlist with a picture  
title, playback starts after the title is displayed  
for 5 seconds.  
4 Select [OK].  
When adding a picture title to playlist,  
mark appears on the left side of the file  
name.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
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Other Operations of Playlists  
You can perform additional editing and delete  
files in a created playlist.  
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist  
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 43)  
3 Select [EDIT].  
4 Select the playlist you want to edit.  
To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to  
8. (Z p. 43)  
Deleting Playlist  
Original files are not deleted even if you delete  
the playlist.  
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 43)  
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].  
Adding a Picture Title to Playlist  
After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 43)  
3 Select [SET TITLE].  
4 Select the desired playlist.  
5 Select the desired picture title.  
EN ꢂꢃ  
 
COPYING  
Copying Files  
Types of Copying and Connectable Device  
Copying/Moving Files  
The Camcorder  
You can copy files between the  
HDD and microSD card with this  
camcorder alone.  
You can copy or move files between the HDD  
and microSD card.  
! mode  
DVD Burner  
CU-VD50/CU-VD3  
You can copy files recorded on  
this camcorder onto discs.  
# mode  
Preparation:  
BD Burner  
Select ! or # mode.  
LaCie Model No. 301828  
You can copy files recorded on  
this camcorder onto discs.  
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.  
USB External Hard Disk Drive  
You can copy files recorded  
on this camcorder onto a USB  
external hard disk drive.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [EDIT].  
PC  
You can copy files from the  
camcorder to a disc using a PC.  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
You can dub video recorded on  
this camcorder onto VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
3 Select [COPY] or [MOVE].  
NOTE  
It is recommended to use the JVC DVD  
burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using  
CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time  
may take approx. 2 times longer than the  
time that is described in the instruction  
manual of DVD burner.  
[COPY]:  
Files are copied to the destination  
medium while leaving original files in the  
source medium.  
Recommended USB external hard disk drive  
[MOVE]:  
Seagate  
LaCie  
FreeAgentTM Desk series  
Files are moved to the destination  
medium while deleting original files in the  
source medium.  
Design by Neil Poulton series  
USB external hard disk drive with the capacity  
over 2 TB cannot be used.  
4 Select the direction.  
([HDD  
SD] or [SD  
HDD])  
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Other than the created BD/DVD using a  
BD/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 camcorder. When playing  
back disconnect the USB cable.  
5 Select the desired menu.  
Connection with a BD/DVD Burner  
[COPY ALL]/[MOVE ALL]:  
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.  
Preparation:  
Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the  
BD/DVD burner.  
DC Connector  
USB Connector  
[SELECT AND COPY]/[SELECT AND  
MOVE]:  
Select when you want to transfer the  
selected files.  
1) Select the desired file. To select other  
files, repeat this process.  
2) Select [EXEC].  
6 Select [YES].  
AC Adapter  
USB Cable  
File transfer starts. When [COPYING  
COMPLETED]/[MOVING COMPLETED]  
appears, touch OK.  
To AC Outlet  
BD/DVD Burner  
USB Connector  
NOTE  
Refer also to the optional BD/DVD burner’s  
instruction manual.  
When connecting to a DVD burner, use the USB  
cable that came with the DVD burner.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
To stop the file transfer  
1) Select [STOP].  
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].  
When connecting to a BD burner, use a  
USB cable with Mini-A(Male) to B(Male)  
connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is  
recommended. Refer to page 58 for details.  
Using a BD/DVD Burner  
The files in the camcorder can be backed up to  
a disc using a BD/DVD burner.  
Use one of the following methods to view  
the disc. (If you try to play back the disc with  
incompatible player, the disc may not be ejected.)  
Playback the disc using the camcorder. (Z p. 50)  
-
- Playback the disc using a BD/DVD burner.*  
- Playback on a PC.*  
- Playback the disc using a BD/DVD player  
that supports BD-MV and AVCHD.*  
*
The DVD must first be finalized on the camcorder.  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
5 Select [EXECUTE].  
Backup All Files  
The files are copied on the disc. When  
Preparation:  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
Select ! or # mode.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
Select HDD or microSD card.  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD  
burner.  
When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE  
REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type.  
To cancel copying, select [STOP].  
Copying Video Files that Have Never  
Been Copied  
1 Select [CREATE FROM ALL] (!  
mode) or [SAVE ALL] (# mode).  
Files that have never been copied to the discs  
are automatically selected and copied.  
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
2 Press DIRECT DISC.  
2 Select the desired menu.  
! mode: [ALL SCENES]  
3 Select [YES] or [NO].  
# mode: [ALL IMAGES]  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
All files in the recording medium are  
copied.  
! mode: [UNSAVED SCENES]  
# mode: [UNSAVED IMAGES]  
Files that have never been copied are  
automatically selected and copied.  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or  
by playlist.  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
3 Select [EXECUTE].  
The disc begins to be created. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
4 Select [YES] or [NO].  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
To cancel the disc creation, select  
[CANCEL].  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or  
by playlist.  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [QUIT].  
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].  
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Selecting Files for Backup  
Preparation:  
# mode:  
[SAVE BY DATE]:  
Files are sorted according to the date  
on which they were recorded. Relevant  
files are displayed in a list. Select the  
recording date.  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select HDD or microSD card.  
Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD  
burner.  
[SELECT FROM IMAGES]:  
Select files individually.  
When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE  
REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type.  
1) Select the desired file. To select other  
files, repeat this process.  
2) Select [SAVE].  
1 Select [SELECT AND CREATE] (!  
mode) or [SELECT AND SAVE] (#  
mode).  
3 Select [YES] or [NO].  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or  
by playlist.  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
The files are copied on the disc. When  
2 Select the desired menu.  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
To cancel copying, select [STOP].  
! mode:  
[CREATE BY DATE]:  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [QUIT].  
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].  
Files are sorted according to the date  
on which they were recorded. Relevant  
files are displayed in a list. Select the  
recording date.  
NOTE  
In case of [CREATE BY PLAYLIST], date/time  
on the file information display shows the  
date of copying the file, instead of the actual  
recording date.  
[CREATE BY EVENT]:  
Files are sorted according to event.  
Relevant files are displayed in a list.  
Select the event.  
[CREATE BY PLAYLIST]:  
To finalize the disc after copy is finished  
1) Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD  
burner.  
2) Turn on the camcorder.  
3) Select [FINALIZE].  
4) Select [EXECUTE].  
5) When [COMPLETED] appears, select  
[OK].  
Select the desired playlist from the list  
of playlists. The selected playlists are  
displayed in a list.  
1) Select the desired list.  
2) Select the insertion point. To select  
other lists, repeat this process.  
3) Select [SAVE].  
[SELECT FROM SCENES]:  
Select files individually.  
1) Select the desired file. To select other  
files, repeat this process.  
2) Select [SAVE].  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
To check whether the disc was created  
properly  
Digest Playback  
In step 1, select [PLAYBACK].  
You can view a few seconds from the  
beginning of each video (digest) in the created  
DVD.  
Create a DVD using a DVD burner (CU-VD50/  
CU-VD3).  
To play back the created disc using the  
camcorder  
1) Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD  
burner.  
2) Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on  
the BD/DVD burner.  
3) Select [PLAYBACK].  
1 Load the created DVD on the DVD  
player.  
4) Select the desired folder. (# mode)  
5) Select the desired file. To return to the  
previous screen, select @.  
2 On the TV, select [DIGEST  
PLAYBACK].*  
You can view the previous or next page by  
selecting £ / ¤.  
* The screen does not appear on the  
camcorder.  
3 The digest is played back  
continuously.  
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.  
NOTE  
“Digest Playback” menu is not available  
when DVD is burned using the provided  
MediaBrowser software.  
In some cases, parts of video other than the  
beginning may be played back.  
Some video may not be played back at all.  
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NOTE  
Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive  
Refer also to the optional USB external hard  
disk drive’s instruction manual.  
When connecting to a Seagate’s FreeAgent™  
Desk series product, use a USB cable with  
Mini-A(Male) to Mini-B(Male) connectors. JVC’s  
QAM0852-001 (optional) is recommended.  
Refer to page 58 for details.  
You can copy video and still image files to  
a USB external hard disk drive from the  
camcorder.You can also play the files in the  
USB external hard disk drive on the camcorder.  
When connecting to a Design by Neil  
Poulton series product, use a USB cable with  
Mini-A(Male) to B(Male) connectors. JVC’s  
QAM0852-001 (optional) is recommended.  
Refer to page 58 for details.  
Connection with a USB External Hard  
Disk Drive  
Preparation:  
Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the  
USB external hard disk drive.  
Backup All Files  
USB Connector  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
DC Connector  
Select HDD or microSD card.  
Connect the camcorder to the USB external  
hard disk drive.  
1 Select the desired menu.  
Mini-A (Male)  
– USB-A (Female)  
! mode: [ALL SCENES]  
# mode: [ALL IMAGES]  
All files in the recording medium are  
copied.  
AC Adapter  
! mode: [UNSAVED SCENES]  
# mode: [UNSAVED IMAGES]  
Files that have never been copied are  
automatically selected and copied.  
USB Cable  
To AC Outlet  
USB-A (Male)  
– Mini-B (Male)  
2 Select [OK].  
USB External Hard  
Disk Drive  
The files are copied on the disc. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
To cancel copying, select [STOP].  
USB Connector  
To delete the files in the USB external  
hard disk drive  
In step 1, select [DELETE].  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
To play back the files in the USB external  
hard disk drive  
1) In step 1, select [PLAYBACK].  
2) Select the desired folder.  
When copying or playing back  
Copying may take time. (For example, saving  
1 hour video in XP mode takes about 20  
minutes.)  
3) Select the desired file. To return to the  
previous screen, select @.  
Avoid the following operations during copying  
and playing back.  
- Turning off the camcorder or the USB  
external hard disk drive.  
- Disconnecting the USB cable.  
Files in the USB external hard disk drive  
cannot be copied back to the camcorder.  
Files deleted from the camcorder cannot  
be written to a disc using a BD/DVD burner,  
even if they have been copied in the USB  
external hard disk drive.  
Sound or video may be interrupted during  
playback.  
To format the USB external hard disk  
drive  
In step 1, select [FORMAT].  
When connecting a USB external hard  
disk drive to the camcorder  
Do not connect a USB hub between the  
camcorder and the USB external hard disk  
drive.  
Disconnect the USB external hard disk drive  
when using other USB devices such as BD/  
DVD burner or another USB external hard  
disk drive.  
Format the USB external hard disk drive  
when connecting it to the camcorder for the  
first time. (All data is deleted.)  
When connecting a USB external hard  
disk drive to a PC  
Do not format the USB external hard disk  
drive using the PC. If you did, format again  
using the camcorder. (All the data in the USB  
external hard disk drive will be erased.)  
Avoid the following operations using the PC.  
- Deleting files or folders in the USB external  
hard disk drive.  
- Moving files or folders in the USB external  
hard disk drive.  
- Changing the name of files or folders in the  
USB external hard disk drive.  
These operations make the data impossible  
to be played back on the camcorder.  
When you use the PC to edit the data in the  
USB external hard disk drive, copy the data  
to the PC before editing. Editing the data  
in the USB external hard disk drive directly  
from the PC makes the data impossible to be  
played back on the camcorder.  
NOTE  
Refer to the help of the provided Everio  
MediaBrowser software when you use the PC  
to operate the data in the USB external hard  
disk drive directly copied from the camcorder.  
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1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder  
Preparation:  
camcorder.  
2 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
Create a playlist.  
Turn off all units.  
input mode.  
Check that the images from the camcorder  
are input correctly to the VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
To connect using the AV connectors  
(analog dubbing)  
DC Connector  
AV Connector  
3 Play back playlists on the camcorder.  
AC Adapter  
1) Touch MENU.  
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.)  
4 At the point you want to start  
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/  
DVD recorder.  
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s  
instruction manual.  
AV Cable  
To AC Outlet  
To stop dubbing  
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder.  
To hide the date or icons on the screen  
Change the settings in [DISPLAY ON TV].  
(Z p. 67)  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
Switching indication modes on LCD  
monitor  
Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications  
on LCD monitor switch as shown below:  
In recording mode:  
All indications/Indications for selected  
functions  
In playback mode:  
AV Connector  
(Input)  
All indications/Only date and time/No  
indications  
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PC OPERATION  
Creating a Disc Using a PC  
You can copy the data from the camcorder and  
1 Click [Easy Installation].  
create a disc using a PC.  
Installing the software to the PC  
Q
System Requirements  
Windows Vista  
OS: Windows Vista®  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Home Basic (SP1)  
Home Premium (SP1)  
(32-bit, pre-installed)  
2 Click [Next].  
CPU: Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or higher  
(Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or higher  
recommended.)  
RAM: At least 2 GB  
Windows XP  
OS: Windows® XP  
Home Edition (SP2/SP3)  
Professional (SP2/SP3)  
(pre-installed)  
3 Click [Finish].  
CPU: Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or higher  
(Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or higher  
recommended.)  
RAM: At least 1 GB  
Everio MediaBrowser icons are created on  
the desktop.  
To check the PC specification  
Right-click on [Computer] (or [My  
Computer]) in the [Start] menu and select  
[Properties].  
NOTE  
Make sure your PC has a recordable BD/  
DVD drive.  
If your system does not meet the  
requirements, it is recommended to copy  
Everio MediaBrowser Player is a software  
that plays AVCHD discs on the PC.  
(DVD discs cannot be played.)  
files using the BD/DVD burner. (Z p. 47)  
Macintosh users may use the software  
included with their Macintosh (iMovie ’08,  
iPhoto) to import files to their computer.  
To see the Instruction Guide for Everio  
MediaBrowser  
1) Double-click the icon of Everio  
MediaBrowser.  
2) Click [Help], and click [MediaBrowser Help].  
Preparation:  
Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.  
In Windows Vista, the auto play dialog box  
appears.  
Click  
Click  
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Making Backup on the PC  
R
3 Click [All volume in camcorder] and  
click [Next].  
Preparation:  
Install the software to the PC.  
Make sure that enough free space is left in  
the PC’s HDD.  
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the  
camcorder.  
USB Connector  
4 Click [Start].  
Backup starts.  
USB Cable  
To disconnect the camcorder from the  
PC  
1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove  
Hardware) on the task bar and select  
[Safely remove USB Mass Storage  
Device].  
2) Follow the on-screen instructions and  
make sure that the device can be safely  
removed.  
3) Disconnect the USB cable and close the  
LCD monitor.  
USB Connector  
NOTE  
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
It takes time to back up many videos.  
camcorder.  
2 Select [BACK UP].  
Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC.  
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Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued)  
Making User Lists to Arrange the  
Files  
S
5 Click the recording date.  
You can make a user list of a certain subject  
(such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files  
related to the subject into the user list.  
Preparation:  
Make backup on the PC.  
The files recorded on the day are displayed.  
1 Double-click the icon to open the  
calendar.  
6 Drag the file and drop into the user  
list.  
2 Select [Movies only].  
To add other files into the user list, repeat  
steps 5 and 6.  
3 Click [+].  
4 Input the name of the new user list  
and click [OK].  
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Copying Files to a disc  
T
4 Drag the file, and drop into the part at  
the bottom and click [Next].  
Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats.  
Select the one that suits your purpose.  
DVD-Video  
disc:  
Suitable if you will give the disc  
to your friends and relatives.  
AVCHD disc: Suitable for high quality video.  
BD:  
Suitable for high quality video  
with long recording time.  
5 Input the disc name, select the top  
menu style and click [Next].  
1 Select the user list and click [Create  
Disc].  
6 Click [Start].  
2 Select the disc type and click [Next].  
NOTE  
When copying video recorded in UXP  
3 Click [Select files individually] and  
recording mode to create an AVCHD disc,  
the video needs to be converted to XP  
recording mode before copying. Therefore,  
it may take longer time than copying video  
recorded in other modes.  
click [Next].  
To add all the files onto discs, click [Select  
all files displayed], then go to step 5.  
Use Everio MediaBrowser Player to playback  
the disc. Refer to the help of the provided  
Everio MediaBrowser software to operate.  
For detail on operating Everio MediaBrowser,  
click [Help] and refer to [MediaBrowser Help].  
Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read  
[MediaBrowser Help]. Adobe® Reader® can  
be loaded from Adobe’s web site:  
For assistance in operating the provided  
software, refer to the support information.  
(Z p. 58)  
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Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued)  
Folder Structure and Extensions  
EVERIO_HDD  
EVERIO_SD  
X = number  
Contains the still image folders.  
[DCIM]  
[DCIM]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
Video files with defective  
management information are  
saved.  
[EXTMOV]  
[DEM_XXXX.MTS]  
[MOV_XXXX.MTS]  
[EXTMOV]  
[DEM_XXXX.MTS]  
[MOV_XXXX.MTS]  
[PRIVATE]  
Contains management information  
files of event and/or disc creation  
information for the files taken with  
the camcorder.  
[PRIVATE]  
[AVCHD]  
[BDMV]  
[STREAM]  
[XXXXX.MTS]  
[JVC]  
[AVCHD]  
[BDMV]  
[STREAM]  
[XXXXX.MTS]  
Video file in AVCHD format  
[BACKUP]  
[BACKUP]  
[CLIPINF]  
[CLIPINF]  
[PLAYLIST]  
[INDEX.BDM]  
[MOVIEOBJ.BDM]  
[PLAYLIST]  
[INDEX.BDM]  
[MOVIEOBJ.BDM]  
Customer Support Information  
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.  
JVC  
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service  
following information ready.  
Product Name, Model, Problem, Error Message  
PC (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB))  
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.  
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications  
or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.  
Pixela  
Region  
Language  
Phone #  
USA and Canada  
English  
+1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)  
Europe (UK, Germany, France,  
and Spain)  
English/German/French/Spanish  
+800-1532-4865 (toll-free)  
+44-1489-564-764  
English/German/French/Spanish/  
Italian/Dutch  
Other Countries in Europe  
Asia (Philippines)  
China  
English  
+63-2-438-0090  
Chinese  
+86-21-5385-3786  
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.  
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Using with a Portable Media Player  
Turning on the Export Mode  
Changing the Export Setting  
You can easily transfer videos recorded in  
export mode to iTunes®. All the files with the  
export setting turned on are transferred to PC.  
For details on transferring, refer to the  
operation guide of MediaBrowser in the  
CD-ROM.  
You can set the recorded videos to the export  
setting.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
Preparation:  
1 Press EXPORT.  
Select ! mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Press EXPORT twice.  
2 Select the file and set [  
].  
To turn off the export mode  
Press EXPORT twice.  
To check the content of the file, select  
[CHECK].  
3 Select [DONE].  
To cancel the export setting  
Select the file and select [  
] again.  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [DONE].  
2) Select [YES].  
To confirm the export setting  
Press EXPORT on the index screen.  
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Using with a Portable Media Player (Continued)  
Transferring the Files to PC  
Preparation:  
Install iTunes® on a PC.  
1 Connect the camcorder to the PC  
with the USB cable.  
2 Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY].  
All the files with the export setting turned  
on are transferred to PC.  
If you cannot export the file to iTunes®  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,  
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for  
Latest Product Info] in the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.  
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Uploading Files to Websites  
Turning on the Upload Mode  
Upload Trimming  
You can upload the file to video sharing  
websites (YouTube™) quickly after recording.  
You can select the necessary part of the  
video and save it as a new video file ready for  
uploading.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Preparation:  
Select the recording mode.  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
Press UPLOAD twice.  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [UPLOAD SETTINGS].  
If you record a file with the upload mode  
set on, the recording stops automatically  
10 minutes after the recording is started.  
The remaining time is displayed on the  
LCD monitor.  
3 Select the desired file.  
NOTE  
The upload mode turns off each time recording  
is finished.  
4 Select [SET] at the start point.  
Use these controls to locate  
the starting point.  
5 Select [SET] at the end point.  
The duration between the start point  
and the end point cannot be longer than  
10 minutes.  
To cancel the start point setting, select  
[CANCEL].  
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Uploading Files to Websites (Continued)  
6 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE].  
Uploading Files  
For details on uploading files, refer to the  
operation guide of MediaBrowser in the  
CD-ROM.  
1 Connect the camcorder to the PC  
To set the start/end point again, select  
[REDEFINE AREA].  
with the USB cable.  
2 Select [UPLOAD].  
7 Select [YES].  
When copying is finished, the copied file is  
added to the index screen.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
If you cannot upload the file toYouTube™  
You need your YouTube™ account to  
upload files to YouTube™. Create your  
account.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,  
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for  
Latest Product Info] in the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.  
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FURTHER INFORMATION  
Changing the Menu Settings  
1 Touch MENU.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select @.  
2 Select the desired menu.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
3 Select the desired setting.  
Mode  
! #  
! #  
!
Menus  
MANUAL SETTING  
LIGHT  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
See page 29. (In the manual recording mode only)  
See page 22.  
D
See page 23.  
REGISTER EVENT  
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC / FACE DETECTION  
FACE DETECTION  
The camcorder checks the number of faces in the  
monitor and starts countdown when another face is  
detected.  
z SELF-TIMER  
Starts recording when the set  
time elapses after SNAPSHOT  
is pressed.  
#
#
NOTE  
You can confirm the countdown on the camcorder  
screen.  
It is recommended to attach the camcorder to a tripod  
and use this function to prevent the vibration after  
SNAPSHOT is pressed.  
[RECORD ONE SHOT]: Records one still image at a  
time.  
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING:  
Records still images continuously while  
SNAPSHOT is pressed.  
SHUTTER MODE  
8
Records still images  
continuously while SNAPSHOT  
is pressed.  
NOTE  
The interval between recording still images is approx.  
0.3 seconds.  
Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the  
recording medium.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is  
used repeatedly.  
EN ꢄꢁ  
 
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Mode  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
UXP: Extra High quality  
It is recommended to use UXP mode when you  
will copy the video to a BD. Video recorded in  
UXP mode cannot be copied to an AVCHD disc  
without downgrading the video quality.  
[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 video qualities.  
NOTE  
n VIDEO QUALITY  
!
Sets the video quality.  
It is recommended to set UXP or XP mode when  
recording scenes with fast moving or with extreme  
changing in brightness to avoid noise.  
Video data recorded in UXP mode cannot be saved by a  
DVD burner. Use a BD burner to save them.  
y IMAGE SIZE  
Selects the image size for still  
images.  
[1920 x 1080] / 1440 x 1080 / 640 x 480  
#
#
n IMAGE QUALITY  
[FINE] / STANDARD  
Sets the image quality.  
[20X / OPTICAL] / 80X / DIGITAL / 200X / DIGITAL  
NOTE  
@ ZOOM  
!
!
Optical zoom is used up to [20X / OPTICAL]. Digital  
zoom is used from more than [20X / OPTICAL] up to the  
selected zoom ratio.  
Sets the maximum zoom ratio.  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
NOTE  
q DIS  
Complete stabilization may not be possible if hand shake  
Compensates for hand shake.  
is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions.  
Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder  
on a tripod.  
! mode  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
AGC: Electrically brightens the scene in dark place.  
[AUTO]: Automatically brightens the scene when it is  
dark. (Becomes brighter than [AGC] recorded in  
some condition.)  
GAIN UP  
[
Makes the subject appear  
bright automatically when you  
record in dark places. However,  
the overall color tones appear  
grayish.  
! #  
!
# mode  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
[AGC]: Electrically brightens the scene in dark place.  
x.v.Color  
X
[OFF]: Deactivates the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
Records video in the color  
range suitable for viewing in an  
x.v.Color™ compliant TV.  
[OFF]: Deactivates the function.  
Reduces noise caused by wind. ON: Activates the function.  
o WIND CUT  
!
ꢄꢂ EN  
 
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.  
DISPLAY SETTINGS  
LANGUAGE  
[ENGLISH]  
See page 17.  
9
Sets the display language.  
CLOCK ADJUST  
:
See page 16.  
Sets the time.  
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  
B
Adjusts the brightness of the display by using the touch  
sensor.  
Sets the brightness of the LCD  
monitor.  
BRIGHTER: Brightens the backlight on the monitor  
regardless of the surrounding conditions.  
STANDARD: Select this when saving the battery life.  
[AUTO]: The brightness will automatically be set  
to [BRIGHTER] when using outdoors and to  
[STANDARD] when using indoors (when using the  
battery pack).  
MONITOR BACKLIGHT  
C
Enables you to adjust the brightness  
of backlight on the monitor.  
FOCUS ASSIST CAMERA  
When this function is used, the  
outline of the focused object is  
displayed in the selected color.  
RED / GREEN / [BLUE]  
Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.  
Y BASIC SETTINGS  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
[ DEMO MODE  
Introduces special features of  
the camcorder when there is no  
operation for about 3 minutes during  
recording mode.  
NOTE  
The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is  
connected, not with the battery pack.  
If a microSD card is in the camcorder, demonstration will not  
take place even if this mode is set to [ON].  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
AUTO POWER OFF  
(
If the camcorder is not operated for  
5 minutes while the power is on,  
it turns itself off automatically to  
conserve power.  
To turn the camcorder on again, close the LCD monitor  
and open it again when using the battery pack. When  
using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as  
zooming.  
OFF: Turns off the operation sound.  
[ON]: The melody sounds when operations are performed.  
\ OPERATION SOUND  
Turns on/off the operation sound.  
EN ꢄꢃ  
 
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
RECORD BUTTON  
Enables the recording button [REC]  
on the LCD monitor.  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
QUICK RESTART  
`
[ON]: If the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes,  
the camcorder 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 camcorder to start  
up quickly when you turn off the  
camcorder and then on again within  
5 minutes by closing and opening  
the LCD monitor.  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
To turn on the camcorder when the drop detection  
worked, close the LCD monitor and open it again.  
^ DROP DETECTION  
Prevents damage to the HDD by  
turning off the power automatically  
when it is detected that the  
camcorder dropped.  
NOTE  
The built-in hard disk of the camcorder may not be protected  
even if the setting is [ON].  
When recording/playback stops even if the camcorder is not  
dropped, set the setting to [OFF] or set [REC MEDIA FOR  
VIDEO] to [SD]. (Z p. 68)  
] REMOTE  
OFF: 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: Makes created DVDs recordable (not playable on  
device other than the camcorder).  
[ON]: Finalizes created DVDs so that they can be played  
back on DVD burner.  
NOTE  
AUTO FINALIZE  
_
Sets the DVD to a readable state.  
When you play back a DVD created when [OFF] is set on  
DVD burner, select [FINALIZE] on the DVD creation screen.  
(Z p. 49)  
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].  
YES: Performs this function.  
[NO]: Cancels this function.  
UPDATE  
Updates and improves the system  
software.  
NOTE  
Information about obtaining system update will be made  
available on the JVC’s web site.  
Z FACTORY PRESET  
Returns all the camcorder settings to  
their default values.  
YES: Performs this function.  
[NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset.  
ꢄꢄ EN  
 
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
Select [CONNECTION SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.  
CONNECTION SETTINGS  
DISPLAY ON TV  
%
[OFF]: Does not display on TV.  
ON: Displays on TV.  
Displays camcorder’s on-screen  
display on a TV screen.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
R
Sets 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.  
[AUTO 1]: It is recommended to select [AUTO 1] usually.  
AUTO 2: Select when the video is not projected in  
[AUTO 1] correctly.  
480p: Select when the video is not projected in [AUTO 2]  
HDMI OUTPUT  
T
correctly.  
Sets the definition of the video output  
from the HDMI mini connector.  
NOTE  
When connecting to a 1080p compatible TV, set [HDMI  
OUTPUT] to [AUTO 1]. When this is set, “1080P” appears at the  
top of the LCD monitor.*  
* Playback mode only  
HDMI CONTROL  
Selects whether you use the linked  
operations with the TV, when you  
connect the TV using the HDMI mini  
connector.  
OFF: Turns off the linked operations.  
[ON]: Turns on the linked operations.  
EN ꢄꢅ  
 
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
Select [MEDIA SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.  
MEDIA SETTINGS  
REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE  
Sets the recording medium for still  
images.  
[HDD] / SD  
REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO  
Sets the recording medium for video.  
[HDD] / SD  
[FILE]: Initializes all files in the HDD.  
FILE + MANAGEMENT NO:  
Initializes all files and management numbers in the  
HDD.  
FORMAT HDD  
2
Ensures stable speeds and  
operation when accessing the HDD.  
NOTE  
Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be  
erased by the formatting process.  
[FILE]: Initializes all files in the microSD card.  
FILE + MANAGEMENT NO:  
FORMAT SD CARD  
,
You have to format newly purchased  
microSD cards with this camcorder  
before using them.  
Initializes all files and management numbers in the  
microSD card.  
This will also ensure stable speeds  
and operation when accessing the  
microSD card.  
NOTE  
Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be  
erased by the formatting process.  
DELETE DATA ON HDD  
0
YES: Performs this function. Select [OK] when completed.  
[NO]: Cancels this function.  
When you dispose of the camcorder,  
perform this to make it difficult to  
recover data on the HDD.  
ꢄꢆ EN  
 
Troubleshooting  
Before requesting service, consult the  
following chart. If the solutions indicated in the  
chart do not solve the problem, consult your  
nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for  
instructions.  
Refer also to the FAQ of new products on  
JVC’s website.  
The following phenomena are not  
malfunctions.  
The camcorder 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.  
LCD monitor momentarily become 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% of fewer pixels may be  
ineffective.)  
Trouble  
Action  
Connect the AC adapter correctly.  
Recharge the battery pack.  
No power is supplied.  
When the camcorder has warmed up after being cold, the  
camcorder may switch itself off to check it is operating correctly.  
Turn on the camcorder again to start using it.  
After the low  
temperature message  
is displayed, the power  
turns off when the  
camcorder warms up.  
If you connect to a TV compatible with HDMI-CEC with an HDMI  
cable (optional) and turn off the power on the TV, the power on  
the camcorder also turns off. If you are not using HDMI-CEC, set  
[HDMI CONTROL] to [OFF].  
The power was turned  
off accidentally.  
Fully charge the battery pack, run it down, and then recharge it  
again.  
If the camcorder is used for long periods of time in high or low  
temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the  
amount of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.  
The remaining battery  
display is not correct.  
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.  
EN ꢄꢇ  
 
Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Trouble  
Action  
Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).  
Recording cannot be  
performed.  
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated  
by bright light. This is not a malfunction.  
Vertical lines appear on  
recorded images.  
If the camcorder temperature increases, REC flashes in the LCD  
monitor and recording stops automatically to protect the HDD.  
Turn off the camcorder, wait for a while, and start recording again.  
Move away from a place where the camcorder is affected by  
excessive sound or vibration (such as a concert hall).  
A malfunction may occur in the HDD of the camcorder. In this  
case, record to a microSD card.  
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.  
Use backlight compensation.  
Set [GAIN UP] to [AGC] or [AUTO].  
Use [NIGHT] from scene select.  
Set the brightness to the [+] side.  
The recorded subject is  
too dark.  
Set the backlight compensation to [OFF] if it is being used.  
Set the brightness to the [–] side.  
The recorded subject is  
too bright.  
Change [ZOOM] to [80X / DIGITAL] or [200X / DIGITAL].  
Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording mode.  
Digital zoom does not  
work.  
Wipe the lens with lens cleaning cloth.  
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.  
Set [WB] in [MANUAL SETTING] appropriately to the light source.  
Select [MWB] in [WB] while holding a sheet of plain white paper  
in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen.  
Keep touching OK until the B indicator appears.  
The color looks strange.  
(Too bluish, too reddish,  
etc)  
This cannot be used if [SEPIA] or [MONOTONE] are selected as  
effects.  
White balance setting  
cannot be activated.  
Do not use [TWILIGHT] from scene select.  
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.  
This occurs when there is a bright light source near the  
camcorder. This is not a malfunction. Change the direction of the  
camcorder to prevent the light source comes into view.  
Band of bright light  
appears on the LCD  
monitor.  
Record videos with high quality mode, such as UXP or XP mode.  
Mosaic-type noise  
occurs when recording  
scenes with fast  
moving or with extreme  
changing in brightness.  
ꢅ0 EN  
Trouble  
Action  
Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section  
between two scenes. This is not a malfunction.  
Sound or video are  
interrupted.  
Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on the  
index screen.  
(Video files that have damaged management information can be  
played back.)  
Cancel group display and date search functions.  
Change the setting in [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] or [REC MEDIA  
FOR IMAGE]. (Files on other media are not displayed.)  
Cannot find a recorded  
video.  
The following functions cannot be used for a backup BD/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 BD/DVD  
through a BD/DVD  
burner connected to the  
camcorder.  
- Playback effects  
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].  
If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes  
time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you  
copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase  
the files from the camcorder.  
The camcorder operates  
slowly when switching  
between video mode  
and still image mode,  
or when switching the  
power on or off.  
Check the remaining battery pack charge.  
(When the battery pack 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 pack is being recharged outside the permitted  
temperature range, recharging may stop to protect the battery  
pack.)  
The lamp does not flash  
during battery pack  
charging.  
Replace the battery.  
Set [REMOTE] to [ON].  
The remote control may not operate outdoors or in places  
exposed to strong light.  
The remote control does  
not work.  
When connecting to the HDMI cable, the image or sound may not  
appear on the TV properly depending on the TV connected. In  
such cases, perform the following operations.  
1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again.  
2) Turn off and on the camcorder again.  
When connecting to  
the HDMI cable, the  
image or sound does  
not appear on the TV  
properly.  
TVs may operate differently depending on the specifications,  
even if they are HDMI-CEC compliant. Therefore, the HDMI-CEC  
functions of the camcorder cannot be guaranteed to operate in  
combination with all the TVs. In such cases, set [HDMI CONTROL]  
to [OFF].  
HDMI-CEC functions do  
not work properly, and  
the TV does not work  
in conjunction with the  
camcorder.  
EN ꢅ1  
Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Trouble  
Action  
It may occur when you connect the camcorder to a TV with  
different language setting using an HDMI cable.  
The language on the  
display changed.  
You need your YouTube™ account to upload files to YouTube™.  
Create your account.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.  
in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio  
MediaBrowser software.  
Cannot upload the file to  
YouTube™  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.  
in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio  
MediaBrowser software.  
Cannot export the file to  
iTunes®  
If a malfunction occurs in the HDD  
! Perform [FORMAT HDD]. (All data is deleted.)  
# If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs.  
To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally  
! Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the  
camcorder, then reattach it.  
# Execute [FACTORY PRESET]. (Z p. 66)  
ꢅꢀ EN  
Warning Indications  
Indication  
Action  
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the  
clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.  
COMMUNICATING ERROR  
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [HDD].  
Replace the microSD card. (Files recorded with other devices  
that support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.)  
CANNOT USE IN  
VIDEO MODE  
Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.  
NOT FORMATTED  
Check the operating procedure, and perform once again.  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
FORMAT ERROR!  
DATA DELETION ERROR  
Perform formatting. (All data is deleted.)  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
HDD ERROR!  
Perform formatting. (All data is deleted.)  
Remove and re-insert the microSD card. (MultiMediaCard  
cannot be used.)  
Remove any dirt from the microSD card terminals.  
Insert the microSD card before switching the power on.  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
MEMORY CARD ERROR!  
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] to [SD], then record to a  
microSD card.  
Turn off the camcorder and turn it on again.  
Prevent the camcorder from vibration and shock.  
DROP DETECTIONWORKED AND  
THE POWER ISTURNED OFF  
RECORDING CANCELLED  
RECORDING FAILURE  
microSD card:  
Remove and re-insert the microSD card. (MultiMediaCard  
cannot be used.)  
Remove any dirt from the microSD card terminals.  
Insert the microSD card before switching the power on.  
HDD:  
PLAYBACK FAILED  
Do not allow the camcorder to be subject to impact/vibrations.  
EN ꢅꢁ  
 
Warning Indications (Continued)  
Indication  
Action  
Select [OK] to restore.  
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS  
DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS  
REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK,  
RECOVER?  
Use files recorded with the camcorder. (Files recorded with other  
device may not be played back.)  
UNSUPPORTED FILE!  
THIS FILE IS PROTECTED  
INSUFFICIENT SPACE  
Switch off the [PROTECT/CANCEL] function in the MENU.  
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 camcorder or the microSD card.  
Select [FILE + MANAGEMENT NO] in [FORMAT HDD] or  
[FORMAT SD CARD].  
UPPER LIMIT OF RECORDABLE  
NUMBER OF FOLDERS/  
FILES HAS BEEN REACHED  
SCENE QUANTITY  
LIMIT EXCEEDED  
When creating a disc, reduce the number of playlists to be  
saved.  
Reduce the number of the playlist to 99 files or less.  
PLAYLIST QUANTITY EXCEEDS  
LIMIT  
Delete the playlist, and then create a new one.  
NO REGISTERED SCENES  
IN PLAYLIST  
SOME OF SCENES MAY  
NOT BE PLAYED BACK  
Turn on the power of the connected USB device.  
Connect the AC adapter to the BD/DVD burner.  
POWER IS OFF, OR USB  
DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED  
ꢅꢂ EN  
Indication  
Action  
Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc.  
DVD-R DISC HAS BEEN ALREADY  
USED  
Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc.  
FINALIZATION FAILED  
NO FILES  
Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).  
Cleaning  
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.  
To clean the camcorder  
Wipe the camcorder gently with a soft cloth. If the camcorder 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 LCD monitor gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the LCD monitor.  
To clean the lens  
Wipe the lens gently with lens cleaning cloth.  
NOTE  
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.  
EN ꢅꢃ  
 
Specifications  
General  
Power supply  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
AC 110 V to 240 V , 50 Hz/60 Hz  
$
Output  
DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
§
Approx. 3.5 W*  
* When the LED light is off and the monitor  
backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.  
Rated Current Consumption: 1A  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
53 mm x 68 mm x 113 mm  
(2-1/8" x 2-11/16" x 4-1/2")  
Weight  
Approx. 325 g (0.7 lbs)  
Approx. 370 g (0.8 lbs) (incl. battery pack)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage temperature  
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)  
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  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
Operating humidity  
35% to 80%  
Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs)  
(incl. battery)  
Camera/LCD monitor  
Pickup  
1/4.1" (3,050,000 pixels) progressive CMOS  
Lens  
Still image  
Format  
JPEG  
F 1.9 to 3.2, f = 2.9 mm to 58.0 mm,  
20:1 power zoom lens  
Filter diameter  
ø30.5 mm  
LCD monitor  
2.7" diagonally measured,  
LCD panel/TFT active matrix system  
LED Light  
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft)  
(recommended shooting distance)  
Image size  
1920 x 1080  
1440 x 1080  
640 x 480  
Image quality  
FINE / STANDARD  
Video  
Signal format  
1080/60i  
Recording/Playback format  
Connectors  
Video:  
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
AV output  
Audio:  
Dolby Digital (2ch)  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k  
HDMI  
HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™)  
Component output  
Y, Pb, Pr component output  
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75  
Pb/Pr: 700 mV (p-p), 75  
W
W
Recording mode (video)  
UXP:  
VBR, average of 24 Mbps  
XP:  
SP:  
EP:  
VBR, average of 17 Mbps  
VBR, average of 12 Mbps  
VBR, average of 5 Mbps  
W
Recording mode (audio)  
48 kHz, 256 kbps  
W
USB  
Mini USB type A and type B,  
USB 2.0 compliant  
Design and specifications subject to change  
without notice.  
ꢅꢄ EN  
 
h: hour/m: minute  
Approximate recordable time (for video)  
HDD  
microSD Card  
Recording medium  
GZ-HD300  
GZ-HD320  
120 GB  
Quality  
UXP  
XP  
60 GB  
5 h 30 m  
7 h 30 m  
10 h  
4 GB  
8 GB  
11 h  
15 h  
21 h  
50 h  
20 m  
30 m  
40 m  
1 h 00 m  
1 h 28 m  
3 h 20 m  
SP  
44 m  
EP  
25 h  
1 h 40 m  
Approximate number of images (for still image)  
The HDD can record up to 9999 still images in either mode.  
Recording medium  
microSD Card  
512 MB  
510  
1 GB  
1040  
1630  
1370  
2160  
6720  
9999  
2 GB  
2100  
3210  
2770  
4360  
9999  
9999  
4 GB  
4200  
6410  
5540  
8700  
9999  
9999  
8 GB  
8420  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
Image size/Quality  
1920 x 1080 / FINE  
1920 x 1080 / STANDARD  
1440 x 1080 / FINE  
800  
680  
1440 x 1080 / STANDARD  
640 x 480 / FINE  
1060  
3320  
5980  
640 x 480 / STANDARD  
h: hour/m: minute  
Required charging/recording time (approx.)  
Battery pack  
BN-VF808U (Provided)  
BN-VF815U  
Charging time  
1 h 50 m  
Recording time  
1 h 20 m*  
2 h 50 m*  
4 h 10 m*  
2 h 40 m  
BN-VF823U  
3 h 40 m  
* When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.  
EN ꢅꢅ  
 
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.  
Do not bend or drop the recording medium,  
Plug Adapter  
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.  
Do not turn off the camcorder power or  
Battery Pack  
remove the battery or AC adapter during  
shooting, playback, or when otherwise  
accessing the recording medium.  
The supplied battery pack is a Terminals  
lithium-ion battery. Before using  
the supplied battery pack or an  
optional battery pack, be sure  
Do not bring the recording medium near  
objects that have a strong magnetic field or  
that emit strong electromagnetic waves.  
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 camcorder, 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  
camcorder 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). Cooler temperatures  
require longer charging time, or in some cases  
stop charging at all.  
Warmer temperatures prevent complete  
charging, or in some cases stop charging at all.  
... 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.  
LCD Monitor  
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT  
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the  
bottom.  
To prolong service life  
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when not  
in use, as some machines use current even  
when switched off.  
ꢅꢆ EN  
 
To prevent the unit from dropping,  
Main Unit  
Fasten the grip belt securely.  
When using the camcorder with a tripod,  
For safety, DO NOT  
attach the camcorder to the tripod securely.  
If the camcorder drops, you may be injured and  
the camcorder may be damaged.  
... open the camcorder’s chassis.  
... disassemble or modify the unit.  
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to  
enter the unit.  
When a child uses the unit, there must be  
parental guidance.  
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder 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 camcorder.  
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.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number : GZ-HD320U/300U  
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.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
... 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 camcorder case excessively  
when the camcorder is inside it.  
... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,  
such as on a beach.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
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.  
EN ꢅꢇ  
JVC Software License Agreement  
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Program is embodied are free from any  
defects in materials and workmanship  
for a period of thirty (30) days from the  
date of Your purchasing any our products  
accompanying the Program. JVC’s entire  
liability and your exclusive remedy in  
connection with the Program shall be  
replacement of such defective media.  
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STATED HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT  
PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, JVC  
AND ITS LICENSORS DISCLAIM ANY  
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OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT  
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THE PROGRAM AND THE ACCOMPANYING  
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BE ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR  
CAUSED BY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD  
SETTLE ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR  
OWN COST AND EXPENSE.  
IMPORTANT  
TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE  
TO READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE  
INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE  
PROGRAM NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO  
NAVIGATOR” (“Program”) ON YOUR PC.  
The right to use the Program is granted by  
Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to  
You only on the condition that You agree to the  
following.  
Should You not agree to the terms hereof,  
You may not install or use the Program.  
HOWEVER, INSTALLING OR USING THE  
PROGRAM INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE  
OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.  
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You acknowledge that all copyrights and other  
intellectual property rights in the Program are  
owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain  
vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program  
is protected under the copyright law of Japan  
and other countries, and related Conventions.  
2 GRANT OF LICENSE  
(1) Subject to the conditions of this Agreement,  
JVC grants to You a non-exclusive right to  
use the Program.You may install and use the  
Program on a HDD or other storage devices  
incorporated in Your PC.  
5 LIMITED LIABILITY  
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY  
APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT  
SHALL JVC AND ITS LICENSORS BE  
LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, REGARDLESS  
OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER  
IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE  
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION  
WITH THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE  
THE PROGRAM, EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN  
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH  
DAMAGES.YOU WILL INDEMNIFY AND  
HOLD HARMLESS JVC FROM ANY LOSS,  
LIABILITY OR COST ARISING OUT OF OR  
IN ANY WAY CONNECTED TO CLAIMS  
FROM ANY THIRD PARTY RELATING TO  
THE USE OF THE PROGRAM.  
(2) You may make one (1) copy of the  
Program solely for your personal backup or  
archival purposes.  
3 RESTRICTION ON THE PROGRAM  
(1) You may not reverse engineer, decompile,  
disassemble, revise or modify the Program,  
except to the extent that expressly  
permitted by applicable law.  
(2) You may not copy or use the Program, in  
whole or in part, other than as expressly  
specified in this Agreement.  
(3) You have no right to grant a license to  
use the Program, and may not distribute,  
rent, lease or transfer the Program to any  
third party or otherwise let them use the  
Program.  
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NOTE  
6 TERM  
This Agreement will become effective on the  
date when You install and use the Program on  
Your machine, and continue to be in effect until  
the termination under the following provision.  
Should You breach any provision of this  
Agreement, JVC may terminate this  
Agreement without giving any notice to You.  
In this event, JVC may claim against You for  
any damages caused by Your breach. Should  
this Agreement be terminated, You must  
immediately destroy the Program stored in  
Your machine (including the erasing from any  
memory in Your PC), and no longer own such  
Program.  
If You acquired the Program in Germany, the  
provisions of Sections 4 (Limited Warranty)  
and 5 (Limited Liability) provided above will be  
replaced with those of the German version of  
this Agreement.  
CAUTION:  
Operate this equipment according to the  
operating procedures described in this  
manual.  
Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use  
any other CD-ROM to run this software.  
Do not attempt to modify this software.  
Changes or modifications not approved by  
JVC could void user’s authority to operate  
the equipment.  
7 EXPORT CONTROL  
You agree that You will not ship, transfer or  
export the Program or underlying information  
and technology to any countries to which  
Japan and other relevant countries have  
initiated an embargo on such goods.  
How to handle a CD-ROM  
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror  
surface (opposite to the printed surface).  
Do not write anything or put a sticker on  
either the front or back surface. If the CD-  
ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft  
cloth outward from the center hole.  
8 U.S. GOVERNMENT USER  
If You are an agency of the United States of  
America (the “Government”), You acknowledge  
JVC’s representation that the Program is  
a “Commercial Item” as defined in Federal  
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g)  
consisting unpublished “Commercial Computer  
Software” as those items are used at FAR part  
12.212 and is only licensed to You with the  
same use rights JVC grants all commercial  
end users pursuant to the terms of this  
Agreement.  
Do not use conventional disc cleaners or  
cleaning spray.  
Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its  
mirror surface.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot  
or humid environment. Keep it away from  
direct sunlight.  
You can find the latest information (in  
English) on the provided software program  
at our world wide web server at http://www.  
9 GENERAL  
(1) No modification, change, addition, deletion  
or other alternation of or to this Agreement  
will be valid unless reduced to writing and  
signed by an authorized representative of  
JVC.  
(2) If any part of this Agreement is held  
invalid by or in conflict with any law having  
jurisdiction over this Agreement, the  
remaining provisions will remain in full  
force and effect.  
(3) This Agreement shall be governed by  
and interpreted under the laws of Japan.  
The Tokyo District Court has jurisdiction  
over all disputes which may arise with  
respect to the execution, interpretation and  
performance of this Agreement.  
Victor Company of Japan, Limited  
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MEMO  
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EN ꢆꢁ  
Terms  
A
AC Adapter ..................................................16, 78  
Manual Recording .............................................29  
Menu Settings ...................................................63  
microSD Card ....................................................19  
Monitor Backlight ...............................................65  
Monitor Bright ....................................................65  
Moving Files ......................................................46  
Adjust Brightness ..............................................30  
Auto Finalize ......................................................66  
Auto Power Off ..................................................65  
AV Connection .............................................33, 53  
B
C
Backlight Compensation ....................................31  
Battery Pack ................................................16, 78  
BD/DVD Backup ................................................47  
BD/DVD Burner .................................................47  
N
O
Number of Images .............................................77  
On-screen recording control ..............................20  
On-screen zoom control ....................................22  
Operation Sound ...............................................65  
CD-ROM ......................................................10, 54  
Clock Adjust ......................................................16  
Component Connection ....................................32  
Component Output ............................................67  
Copying Files .....................................................46  
P
Photometry Area ...............................................31  
Picture Title .......................................................44  
Playback Zoom ............................................24, 25  
Playlists .............................................................43  
Portable Media Player .......................................59  
Protecting Files .................................................37  
D
Date/Time Setting ...............................................5  
Date Display Style .............................................65  
Delete Data on HDD .........................................68  
Deleting Files ....................................................35  
Demo Mode .......................................................65  
Digest Playback ...........................................24, 50  
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ............................64  
Display on TV ....................................................67  
Dividing Files .....................................................40  
Drop Detection ..................................................66  
Dubbing Playback ..............................................53  
Q
R
Quick Restart ....................................................66  
Quick Review ...............................................20, 21  
Recordable Time ...............................................77  
Record Button ...................................................66  
Recording Media for Image ...............................68  
Recording Media for Video ................................68  
Recording Medium ............................................78  
Remaining Battery Power ..................................22  
Remaining Recording Time ...............................22  
Remote Control .....................................11, 13, 66  
E
F
Effect .................................................................31  
Event Registration .............................................23  
Export to Library Mode ......................................59  
Scene Select .....................................................30  
Self-Timer ..........................................................63  
Shutter Mode .....................................................63  
Shutter Speed ...................................................30  
Speaker Volume ................................................24  
Face Detection ......................................23, 42, 63  
Factory Preset ...................................................66  
File Information ..................................................38  
File Search ..................................................27, 28  
Date Index Screen  
T
Tele Macro .........................................................31  
Trimming Files ...................................................41  
Event Screen  
Group Index Screen  
U
Updating Software .............................................66  
Uploading Files .................................................61  
USB Cable .............................................47, 51, 55  
USB External Hard Disk Drive ..........................51  
Focus .................................................................30  
Focus Assist ......................................................30  
Focus Assist Camera ........................................65  
Format HDD ......................................................68  
Format SD Card ................................................68  
Video Output .....................................................67  
Video Quality .....................................................64  
Viewing Files on TV ...........................................32  
G
H
Gain Up .............................................................64  
Hard Disk ..........................................................78  
HDMI .....................................................32, 34, 67  
W
White Balance (WB) ..........................................31  
Wind Cut ...........................................................64  
Wipe or Fader Effects ........................................26  
I
Image Quality ....................................................64  
Image Size ........................................................64  
iTunes ................................................................59  
X
Y
Z
x.v.Color ............................................................64  
YouTube .............................................................61  
Zoom ...........................................................22, 64  
L
Language Setting ..............................................17  
LCD Monitor ................................................14, 78  
LED Light ..........................................................22  
US  
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0109FOH-AL-OT  
 

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