JVC GZ HD7U User Manual

EN  
INSTRUCTIONS  
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER  
GZ-HD7U  
Dear Customer  
Thank you for purchasing  
this hard disk camera. Before  
use, please read the safety  
information and precautions  
contained in pages 4 and 5 to  
ensure safe use of this product.  
For Future Reference:  
Enter the Model No. (located on  
the bottom of the camera) and  
Serial No. (located on the battery  
pack mount of the camera)  
below.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
Back Up High-Definition Images  
on DVD Discs!  
Video can easily be backed up on a DVD disc by connecting to  
a separate DVD burner (CU-VD40/CU-VD20). (pg. 47)  
This DVD disc can then be played in the camera or a PC, but  
not in a DVD player.  
If a CU-VD40 is used, the DVD burner can be connected  
directly to a television so the disc can be played without using  
the camera.  
Edit High-Definition Images on  
a PC!  
Perform advanced editing on high-definition images by loading  
to a PC.  
8 For PC models that can be connected  
See page 53 or 64.  
3
Safety Precautions  
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on  
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on  
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16")  
or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a  
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able  
to get out.)  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,  
should be placed on the apparatus.  
When discarding batteries, environmental  
problems must be considered and the local rules  
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries  
must be followed strictly.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an  
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the  
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in  
the literature accompanying the appliance.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping  
or splashing.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or  
places with water.  
Also do not place any containers filled with water  
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower  
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.  
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this  
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)  
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR  
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
NOTES:  
The rating plate and safety caution are on the  
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.  
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This  
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the  
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a  
risk of fire or electric shock.  
The serial number plate is on the battery pack  
mount.  
The rating information and safety caution of the  
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.  
CAUTION!  
The following notes concern possible physical  
damage to the camera and to the user.  
Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor  
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces.  
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the  
camera.  
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery  
The battery used in this device may present a fire  
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.  
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C  
or incinerate.  
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita  
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.  
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is  
incorrectly replaced.  
CAUTION!  
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.)  
to the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is  
not recommended, as tripping on the cables will  
cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage.  
Dispose of used battery promptly.  
Keep away from children.  
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in  
fire.  
CAUTION:  
For USA-California Only  
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.  
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium  
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material  
– special handling may apply.  
WARNING:  
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat  
such as direct sunshine, fire or the like.  
4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
Remember that this camera is intended for  
private consumer use only.  
Any commercial use without proper permission  
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such  
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal  
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you  
obtain permission beforehand.)  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
Trademarks  
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.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony  
Corp.  
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.  
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by  
the manufacturer.  
10.Use only with the cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
Other product and company names included  
in this instruction manual are trademarks  
and/or registered trademarks of their respective  
holders.  
the manufacturer,  
or sold with the  
apparatus. When a cart  
is used, use caution  
when moving the  
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from  
tip-over.  
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.  
5
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READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING  
OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM  
NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR”  
(“Program”) ON YOUR PC.  
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(2)  
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purposes.  
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6
NOTE  
6 TERM  
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.  
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.  
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Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement  
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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.  
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.  
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embargo on such goods.  
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the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM  
gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth  
outward from the center hole.  
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Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g)  
consisting unpublished “Commercial Computer  
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cleaning spray.  
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surface.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or  
humid environment. Keep it away from direct  
sunlight.  
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or other alternation of or to this Agreement  
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JVC.  
You can find the latest information (in  
English) on the provided software program  
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disputes which may arise with respect to the  
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7
Contents  
GETTING STARTED  
PLAYBACK  
Accessories .......................................... 10  
Playing Back Files................................ 30  
Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood............10  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap.......................11  
Preparing the Remote Control.....................11  
Index ...................................................... 12  
Indications on LCD Monitor................. 14  
Necessary Settings before Use........... 16  
Charging the Battery Pack...........................16  
Language Setting ........................................17  
Date/Time Setting........................................17  
Other Settings....................................... 18  
Video Playback ...........................................30  
Still Image Playback ...................................31  
File Search Function....................................32  
To Play Back TPD Files ...............................33  
Playback with Special Effects......................34  
Watching Images on TV........................ 36  
Connection with TV......................................36  
Playback Operation .....................................37  
EDITING/PRINTING  
Grip Adjustment...........................................18  
Lens Cover ..................................................18  
Checking the Remaining Battery Power......18  
Tripod Mounting...........................................18  
When Using an SD Card .............................19  
Managing Files...................................... 38  
Deleting/Protecting Files..............................38  
Viewing File Information ..............................40  
Changing the Event Registration of Video  
Files after Recording ...................................41  
To Extract a Still Image File From a Video File ...42  
DPOF Print Setting......................................42  
Playlists................................................. 44  
Creating Playlists ........................................44  
Playing Back Playlists..................................45  
Other Operations of Playlists.......................46  
RECORDING  
Recording Files..................................... 20  
Video Recording..........................................20  
Still Image Recording ..................................21  
Zooming.......................................................22  
Record Using the Viewfinder .......................22  
Registering Files to Events..........................23  
Checking the Remaining Space on the  
COPYING  
Recording Media .........................................23  
Manual Recording ............................... 24  
Copying Files........................................ 47  
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the  
Camera........................................................47  
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from  
the Camera..................................................50  
Copying/Moving Still Image Files.................52  
To Change to Manual Recording Mode.......24  
Program AE.................................................24  
Aperture Priority Setting..............................25  
Changing the Shutter Speed .......................25  
Adjust Brightness.........................................26  
Manual Focus..............................................26  
Nightalive.....................................................27  
Backlight Compensation..............................27  
Spot Exposure Control ................................27  
Manual Setting in Function Menu................28  
8
PC OPERATION  
Read This First!  
File Backup on the PC – Windows® .... 53  
8 Make a backup of important  
recorded data  
System Requirements .................................53  
Software Installation ....................................54  
Connecting the Camera to the PC...............56  
File Backup on the PC.................................57  
File Backup on the PC without Using  
Software ......................................................58  
Other PC Operations – Windows® ...... 59  
Playing back Files on the PC.......................59  
Creating Discs/Editing Files.........................60  
Getting More Use from the Software...........62  
File Backup on the PC – Macintosh ... 64  
System Requirements .................................64  
Software Installation ....................................64  
Connecting the Camera to the PC...............65  
File Backup on the PC.................................66  
JVC will not be responsible for any  
lost data. It is recommended to copy  
your important recorded data to a DVD  
or other recording media for storage.  
(pg. 47)  
8 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.  
8 Reset the camera if it does not  
operate correctly  
This camera uses a microcomputer.  
Factors such as background noise and  
interference can prevent it from operating  
correctly. If the camera does not operate  
correctly, reset the camera. (pg. 74)  
8 Precautions on handling batteries  
FURTHER INFORMATION  
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF815U/  
VF823U battery packs.  
Changing the Menu Settings............... 67  
Folder Structure and Extensions........ 73  
Troubleshooting.................................... 74  
Warning Indications ............................. 78  
Cleaning ................................................ 79  
Specifications ....................................... 80  
Cautions ................................................ 82  
Terms..................................................... 84  
If the camera is subjected to  
electrostatic discharge, turn the power  
off before using it again.  
8 If a malfunction occurs, stop  
using the camera immediately and  
consult your local JVC dealer  
If a problem occurs when using the SD  
card, take the card together with the  
camera for repair. If one of them is not  
included, the cause of the malfunction  
cannot be diagnosed, and the camera  
cannot be repaired.  
Recorded data may be erased while  
the camera is being repaired or  
inspected. Back up all data before  
requesting repairs or inspections.  
8 Because the camera 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]. (pg. 70)  
9
GETTING STARTED  
Accessories  
AC Adapter  
AP-V14U  
Battery Pack  
BN-VF815U  
Component Cable  
Audio/Video Cable  
(pg. 37, 51)  
(pg. 36)  
USB Cable  
(pg. 47, 56, 65)  
Lens Hood  
Already attached to  
the camera.  
Shoulder Strap  
(pg. 11)  
CD-ROM  
(pg. 54, 64)  
(below)  
Remote Control Unit  
RM-V750U (pg. 11)  
Lithium Battery  
CR2025  
Pre-installed in the  
remote control unit.  
NOTE  
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.  
Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood  
Place the protrusion in  
the groove.  
Protrusion  
10  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap  
Peel off the pad and thread  
the end of the strap through  
the eyelet.  
Thread the strap through the  
Position the buckle near the  
eyelet and reattach the pad.  
buckle, adjust its length, and  
use the strap guide to fix it  
in place.  
Buckle  
Strap Guide  
Eyelet  
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:  
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.  
11  
Index  
NOTES  
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.  
Power-linked operation  
You can also turn the camera on/off by  
opening/closing the LCD monitor during the  
recording mode.  
Be careful not to cover C, Dand Kduring  
shooting.  
12  
9 Video Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]  
(pg. 20)  
Camera  
: Grip Strap (pg. 18)  
! Index Button [INDEX] (pg. 32)/  
Remaining Space Button/Data Battery  
Button [ 0/1] (pg. 18, 23)  
# Set Lever  
; Battery Pack Mount (pg. 16)  
< i.LINK Connector [ i ] (pg. 50)  
= HDMI Connector [HDMI] (pg. 36)  
> USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector [  
]
2
Move to ¡:  
(pg. 47, 56, 65)  
Reverse Skip (pg. 30)/Up  
Move to ¢:  
? DC Input Connector [DC] (pg. 16)  
@ Lock Button (pg. 16)  
A Power/Mode Switch [OFF (CHARGE),  
STANDBY/ON, MODE] (pg. 16)  
B Shoe  
C Camera Sensor  
Remote Sensor (pg. 11)  
D Stereo Microphone  
Forward Skip (pg. 30)/Down  
Move to £:  
Reverse Search (pg. 30)/Left/  
Nightalive [NIGHT] (pg. 27)  
Move to ¤:  
Forward Search (pg. 30)/Right/  
Program AE [PROGRAM AE] (pg. 24)  
Press down:  
E Focus Ring (pg. 26)  
F Lens Hood (pg. 10)  
G Microphone Input Connector [MIC]  
Play/Pause (pg. 30)  
$ Playback/Recording Mode Switching  
Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (pg. 20)  
% Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO/  
MANUAL] (pg. 24)  
H Audio/Video Connector [AV] (pg. 37, 51)  
I Lens Cover Switch [ ] (pg. 18)  
,
=>  
J Tally Lamp (pg. 70)  
K Lens  
& Backlight Compensation Button/  
Spot Exposure Control Button [BACK  
LIGHT] (pg. 27)  
( Information Button [INFO] (pg. 40)  
) Aperture Priority Setting Button [A]  
(pg. 25)  
L Lens Cover (pg. 18)  
M Stud Hole (pg. 18)  
N Tripod Mounting Socket (pg. 18)  
O SD Card Slot (pg. 19)  
[ Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] (pg. 26)  
\ Focus Assist Button [FOCUS ASSIST]  
(pg. 26)  
* Function Button [FUNCTION] (pg. 28)  
+ LCD Monitor  
, Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK  
UP] (pg. 57)/Event Button [EVENT]  
(pg. 23)  
Remote Control  
- S Connector [S] (pg. 37, 51)  
. Speaker (pg. 30)  
/ Component Connector [COMPONENT]  
(pg. 36)  
0 Menu Button [MENU] (pg. 17)  
1 Value Adjustment Lever [M-MENU]  
(pg. 25)  
2 Brightness Button [BRIGHT] (pg. 26)  
3 Shutter Speed Button [S] (pg. 25)  
4 Viewfinder (pg. 22)  
5 Battery Release Button [BATT.] (pg. 16)  
6 Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE]  
(pg. 16)  
(Blinks when you access files or charge the  
battery. Do not turn off the power or remove the  
battery pack/AC adapter while accessing files.)  
Video/Still Image Mode Lamp [ !, #]  
(pg. 20, 21)  
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window  
R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons  
Zoom In/Out  
S Up Button  
Rotate Button (counterclockwise)  
(੬  
pg. 31)  
T Skip Backward Button  
U Left Button  
V Back Button  
W PLAYLIST Button (pg. 44)  
X START/STOP Button  
Y SNAPSHOT Button (pg. 21)  
Z INFO Button (pg. 40)  
a Skip Forward Button  
b PLAY/PAUSE Button  
c Right Button  
d Next Button  
e Down Button  
Rotate Button (clockwise) (pg. 31)  
f INDEX Button  
g DATE Button  
7 Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]  
(pg. 21)  
8 Zoom Lever [W 7,T ] (pg. 22)  
,
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+]  
(pg. 30)  
13  
Indications on LCD Monitor  
During both Video and Still Image  
Recording  
During Video Recording Only  
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]  
0 : 0 4 : 0 1  
REC  
0
2 0 0 X  
W
T
F 5 . 6  
1/4000  
FOCUS  
4 : 5 5 PM  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 20)  
JAN. 20. 2007  
# Wind Cut Indicator (pg. 68)  
$ Picture Quality (pg. 68)  
% Remaining Time (pg. 20, 81)  
& Counter (pg. 68)  
! Selected Recording Mode Indicator  
(pg. 24)  
# Tele Macro Mode Indicator (pg. 29)  
$ Approximate Zoom Ratio (pg. 22)  
% Inhibit Indicator  
& Zoom Indicator (pg. 22)  
( Focus Assist Indicator (pg. 26)  
) Shutter Speed (pg. 25)  
* Brightness/Sharpness Control Indicator  
(pg. 29, 70)  
+ Battery Indicator (pg. 78)  
, Date/Time (pg. 17)  
( 7REC : (Appears during recording.)  
(pg. 20)  
79 : (Appears during record-standby  
mode.)  
)
External Microphone Input Level Indicator  
(pg. 68)  
* Event Indicator (pg. 23)  
+ Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) Indicator  
(Appears when [OIS] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 68)  
- Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 26)  
. Selected Recording Medium Indicator  
(pg. 68, 69)  
During Still Image Recording Only  
/ Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 70)  
1920  
[ 9 9 9 9 ]  
FINE  
0 Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 29)  
1 Program AE Mode Indicator (pg. 24)/  
5: Nightalive Indicator (pg. 27)  
2 White Balance Indicator (pg. 28)  
3 Aperture Value (F-number) (pg. 25)  
PHOTO  
10  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 21)  
# ISO Sensitivity  
4
0 : Exposure Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 26)  
(GAIN): When set to [AUTO], there is no  
indication. (pg. 69)  
-: Backlight Compensation Indicator  
$ Focus Indicator (pg. 21)  
% Image Size (pg. 69)  
(pg. 27)  
.: Spot Exposure Control Indicator  
(pg. 27)  
& Picture Quality (pg. 69)  
( Remaining Number of Shots (pg. 81)  
) {: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator  
(pg. 69)  
5 Iris Lock Indicator (pg. 27)  
J: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator  
(pg. 69)  
* Shooting Indicator (pg. 21)  
+ Self-Timer Recording Indicator (pg. 69)  
14  
During Video Playback  
During Still Image Playback  
X - 6 0  
1 : 5 5 : 0 1  
1 0 1 - 0 0 9 8  
4 : 5 5 PM  
JAN. 20. 2007  
4 : 5 5  
PM  
JAN. 20. 2007  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 30)  
: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 31)  
#
# Folder/File Number  
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when playing back a playlist.) (pg. 45)  
¨ª: Event Search Playback Indicator  
(Appears when playing back a video file  
from the event search.) (pg. 33)  
¨©: Date Search Playback Indicator  
(Appears when playing back a video file  
from the date search.) (pg. 32)  
$ Slide Show Playback Indicator (pg. 31)  
% Battery Indicator (pg. 78)  
& Date/Time (pg. 70)  
( Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 68, 69)  
) Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 70)  
$ Picture Quality (pg. 68)  
% Playback Mode (pg. 30)  
U : Playback  
* Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 34)  
9 : Pause  
5
: Forward Search  
: Reverse Search  
3
9U : Forward Slow-Motion  
Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion  
(The number on the left shows speed.)  
& Counter (pg. 68)  
Operation guide display  
The operation guide is displayed at the  
bottom of the screen during menu display  
etc.  
( Volume Level Indicator  
) Battery Indicator (pg. 78)  
* Date/Time (pg. 70)  
+ Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 68, 69)  
, Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 70)  
- Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 34)  
. Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (pg. 35)  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
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Necessary Settings before Use  
3 Connect the AC adapter.  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Access/Charge  
Lamp  
DC Connector  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
Set Lever  
The access/charge lamp blinks to  
indicate charging has started.  
When the lamp goes out, charging is  
finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the  
AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter  
from the camera.  
Be sure to configure the following three  
settings before use.  
Charging the Battery Pack  
Required charging / recording time  
(approx.)  
1 Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
Recording  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
Battery pack Charging time  
time  
BN-VF815U  
2 hr. 40 min.  
(Provided)  
1 hr. 20 min.  
(1hr. 25 min.*)  
OFF  
(CHARGE)  
2 hr. 00 min.  
(2 hr. 10 min.*)  
BN-VF823U 3 hr. 50 min.  
2 Attach the battery pack.  
* When using the viewfinder.  
Slide the battery pack down until it locks  
in place.  
8 To detach the battery pack  
Slide and hold BATT. (step 2), then  
remove the battery pack.  
BATT.  
8 To check the remaining battery power  
See page 18.  
NOTES  
You can also use the camera with just the  
AC adapter.  
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter  
plug and cable. This may damage the AC  
adapter.  
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Date/Time Setting  
Language Setting  
After performing steps 1-4 (left column)  
The language on the display can be changed.  
5 Select [CLOCK ADJUST].  
1 Set the power/mode switch to  
STANDBY/ON.  
CLOCK ADJUST  
Select  
DATE  
TIME  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
JAN 31 2007 11 07 AM  
STANDBY/ON  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
6 Set the date and time.  
Select  
2
VIDEO  
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
MENU  
QUALITY  
ZOOM  
OIS  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
Repeat this step to input the month, day,  
year, hour and minute.  
3
VIDEO  
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
QUALITY  
ZOOM  
OIS  
8 To return to the previous screen  
Move the set lever to £.  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
8 To exit the screen  
Press MENU.  
4 Select [GENERAL].  
GENERAL  
Select  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY ON TV  
LANGUAGE  
CLOCK ADJUST  
You have now finished configuring the  
necessary settings.  
DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
8 To use the camera right away  
See page 20.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
8 To configure other settings  
See page 18.  
5 Select [LANGUAGE].  
LANGUAGE  
Select  
Set  
ENGLISH  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
6 Select the desired language.  
Select  
Set  
8 To return to the previous screen  
Move the set lever to £.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press MENU.  
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Other Settings  
Checking the Remaining Battery  
Power  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Preparation:  
Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
Attach the battery pack.  
BATTERY CONDITION  
100%  
MAX TIME  
LCD MONITOR  
min  
50%  
0%  
FINDER  
min  
INDEX  
Battery information is displayed for approx. 3  
seconds if the button is pressed and released  
quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the  
button is pressed and held for several seconds.  
Lens Cover  
Switch  
NOTES  
If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears,  
there may be a problem with your battery.  
In such a case, consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
Grip Adjustment  
The recordable time display should only be  
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute  
units.  
Open the pad and make grip adjustments.  
Tripod Mounting  
Align the camera stud hole with the tripod  
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,  
and then rotate the camera clockwise to  
mount it to the tripod.  
Bottom of the Camera  
Lens Cover  
When not using the camera, close the lens  
cover to protect the lens.  
Open the lens cover  
Close the lens cover  
NOTE  
Do not push the lens cover strongly. Doing so  
may cause damage to the lens.  
NOTE  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel  
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious  
damage to the camera.  
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3 Close the SD card cover.  
When Using an SD Card  
If you want to record to an SD card, the  
following three operations need to be  
performed.  
8 To remove an SD card  
Push the SD card once.  
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.  
Operations are guaranteed on the following  
SD cards.  
NOTES  
Video recording: Class 6 compatible SDHC  
card  
Still image recording: Panasonic, TOSHIBA,  
SanDisk, ATP (128MB to 4 GB) or SDHC  
card (4GB)  
Insert and remove the SD 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.  
If other media are used, they may fail to  
record data correctly, or they may lose data  
that had already been recorded.  
RChange the recording medium  
MultiMediaCards are not supported.  
Files in full high-definition picture quality  
cannot be recorded on an SD card.  
The camera is programmed to record on the  
built-in hard disk when it is shipped from the  
factory.You can change the recording medium  
to SD card.  
Cards used to record video on this camera  
cannot be played back on other devices.  
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and  
[REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD].  
(pg. 68, 69)  
QInsert an SD card  
Preparation:  
Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
NOTE  
1 Open the SD card cover.  
Video picture quality (pg. 68) will  
automatically be set to [SP].  
SFormat an SD card when using it for  
the first time  
This will also ensure stable speeds and  
operation when accessing the SD card.  
Select [EXECUTE] in [FORMAT SD  
CARD] to format the card. (pg. 72)  
Bottom of the  
Camera  
2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped  
edge first.  
Clipped Edge  
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RECORDING  
Recording Files  
Video Recording  
Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to STANDBY/ON.  
Slide the power/mode switch to  
Press the PLAY/REC button to  
MODE to select  
(video) mode.  
select recording mode.  
!
MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
The  
lamp on the camera lights up.  
!
Press the REC button to start  
recording.  
REC  
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]  
REC  
Approximate remaining time for  
recording appears.  
8 To stop recording  
Press the REC button again.  
8 To change the picture quality  
Change the settings in [QUALITY].  
(pg. 68)  
8 To register a file to an event  
See page 23.  
NOTES  
The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn the camera’s power off and  
then on again.  
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically  
to conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, set the  
power/mode switch to OFF, then to STANDBY/ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any  
operation such as zooming.  
Video files are given the names MOV001.TOD to MOV009.TOD, MOV00A.TOD to  
MOV00F.TOD, and MOV010.TOD in order of recording.  
A new file will be created for every 4 GB or approx. 19 minutes of continuous shooting.  
This camera records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format.  
Do not move or shake the camera suddenly during recording. If you do so, the sound of the  
hard disk drive may be recorded.  
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Still Image Recording  
Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to STANDBY/ON.  
Slide the power/mode switch to  
Press the PLAY/REC button to  
select recording mode.  
MODE to select  
mode.  
(still image)  
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MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
The  
lamp on the camera lights up.  
#
Press and hold the SNAPSHOT  
button halfway.  
1920  
[
FINE  
The ?indicator becomes green when  
the captured image is focused.  
8 To change the picture quality  
Change the settings in [QUALITY].  
(pg. 69)  
Press the SNAPSHOT button to  
start recording.  
8 To record still images continuously  
Set [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to  
[ON]. (pg. 69)  
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[ 9 9 9 9 ]  
FINE  
PHOTO  
8 To change the image size  
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE].  
(pg. 69)  
NOTES  
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically  
to conserve power. To turn the camera on again when using the battery pack, set the  
power/mode switch to OFF, then to STANDBY/ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any  
operation such as zooming.  
The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 size may be cut off when printed. Check whether  
16:9 size prints can be printed at your local print store.  
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Recording Files (Continued)  
Record Using the Viewfinder  
Power/Mode Switch  
Zoom Lever  
Recording by using the viewfinder is  
recommended in bright environments where  
the LCD monitor is difficult to see or to  
increase recording time on battery.  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
1 Close the LCD monitor.  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
2 Extend the viewfinder.  
DIRECT  
BACKUP/  
EVENT  
Set Lever  
Zooming  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
3 Adjust the view using the control bar.  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
W: Wide angle  
T: Telephoto  
Maximum zoom ratio is 10X (factory-preset).  
8 To change the maximum zoom ratio (for  
!mode only)  
NOTE  
If the LCD monitor is opened while using  
the viewfinder, the picture will move to the  
LCD monitor and will not be displayed in  
the viewfinder. To set the viewfinder as  
priority when recording, set the [PRIORITY  
SETTING] to [FINDER]. (pg. 71)  
Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (pg. 68)  
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.  
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Registering Files to Events  
Checking the Remaining Space on  
!mode only  
the Recording Media – !mode only  
If you select an event to register the file to  
before starting recording, the file will be  
registered to the selected event, thus making  
the file easy to find at playback. There are up  
to 3 different destinations within each event  
(for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3).  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
MAX RECORDING TIME  
HDD  
F
Preparation:  
5h00m  
7h00m  
4h56m  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
1
C
FREE  
USED  
select  
mode.  
!
INDEX  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
The maximum recording time is displayed for  
each picture quality mode.  
1
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
ON/SELECT  
OFF  
DIRECT  
BACKUP  
8 To return to the normal screen  
/EVENT  
Press the 0button again.  
2 Select [ON/SELECT].  
Select  
VACATION  
1/ 3  
NON SECTION  
SELECT SET  
NEXT PAGE  
QUIT  
Set  
3 Select the event that you want to  
register the file to.  
To select a different destination, select  
[NEXT PAGE].  
To cancel the event registration, select  
[NON SECTION].  
Select  
Set  
The selected event is displayed on the screen.  
Press the REC button to start recording.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press EVENT.  
8 To search by event for a file to play back  
See page 32.  
NOTE  
Once you select to register a file to a certain event,  
the setting will remain even if you turn the power off.  
Unless you change the setting, you will register a file  
to the same event that you had previously selected.  
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Manual Recording  
Program AE  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Focus Ring  
You can record videos or still images with  
optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure  
and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or  
the subject.  
AUTO/MANUAL  
BACK LIGHT  
Set Lever  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (left column)  
1
OFF  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
BRIGHT  
2 Select the desired setting.  
For details on each setting, see below.  
Select  
A
S
M
-MENU  
FUNCTION  
FOCUS  
FOCUS  
ASSIST  
Set  
8 To cancel the program AE  
Select [OFF] in step 2.  
Manual recording mode enables you to set  
the focus and screen brightness etc. manually.  
You need to switch to this mode because auto  
recording mode, which adjusts these settings  
automatically, is selected by default.  
8 Items for program AE setting  
6PORTRAIT:  
The subject in the foreground is  
accentuated by blurring the background.  
HSPORTS:  
Records fast moving subjects clearly.  
GSNOW:  
To Change to Manual Recording  
Mode  
Compensates for subjects that may  
appear too dark when shooting in  
extremely bright surroundings, such as  
in snow.  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
/SPOTLIGHT:  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Select this when a spotlight makes a  
subject appear too bright.  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
TWILIGHT:  
I
Press twice.  
Makes evening scenes look more natural.  
8 To return to the auto recording mode  
Press the AUTO/MANUAL button so that  
the 4indicator appears.  
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Aperture Priority Setting  
Changing the Shutter Speed  
You can add a blurring effect to the background  
by setting the aperture value (F-number).  
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.  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
1
A
1
S
F 1 . 8  
1 / 6 0  
2 Select the desired setting. (F1.8 to  
F8.0)  
The lower the F-number (larger aperture  
value), the more blurred the background  
will become. The higher the F-number  
(smaller aperture value), the clearer the  
focus will be for both near and far objects.  
2 Select the desired setting (1/2 to  
1/4000 in !mode, 1/2 to 1/500 in #  
mode).  
The smaller the value, the faster the  
shutter speed.  
M
MENU  
M
MENU  
Select  
Set  
Select  
Set  
8 To cancel the aperture priority setting  
Press the A button so that the value  
indicator disappears.  
8 To cancel the shutter speed setting  
Press the S button so that the value  
indicator disappears.  
NOTE  
NOTE  
If the image is too bright, set to a larger  
F-number. If the image is too dark, set to a  
smaller F-number.  
It is recommended to use the tripod (pg. 18)  
when recording with a slow shutter speed.  
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Manual Recording (Continued)  
Adjust Brightness  
Manual Focus  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
1
1
FOCUS  
BRIGHT  
0
4 :  
JAN. 2  
2 Select the desired setting. (–6 to +6  
in !mode, –2.0EV to +2.0EV in #  
mode)  
2 Slide the focus ring to adjust the  
focus.  
M
MENU  
Select  
Set  
8 To lock the exposure  
After you finish configuring the setting,  
press and hold the set lever for more than 2  
seconds. The indicator appears.  
C
8 To cancel the manual focus setting  
Press the FOCUS button so that the @/A  
indicator disappears.  
8 To cancel the brightness setting  
Press the BRIGHT button so that the value  
indicator disappears.  
Focus Assist  
The borderlines of focused images are  
displayed in blue. Use these as a guide for  
adjusting the focus precisely.  
FOCUS  
8 To cancel the focus assist mode  
Press the FOCUS ASSIST button again.  
8 To change the borderline color  
Change the settings in [FOCUS ASSIST].  
(pg. 70)  
NOTE  
If you use focus assist in dark places, the  
grainy sections gain color, and the color of the  
borderline becomes difficult to see.  
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Nightalive  
Spot Exposure Control  
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted  
from 1/2 to 1/250 seconds. It enables  
recording with low light levels in dim locations.  
Use this function when backlight  
compensation does not work well, or to adjust  
the brightness in the desired spot.  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
1 Press twice.  
A
8 To cancel nightalive  
Move the set lever to £(NIGHT) so that the  
2 Select the desired spot metering area  
indicator disappears.  
5
frame.  
NOTE  
[ 5 h 5 6 m ]  
Select  
It is recommended to use the tripod (pg. 18)  
when recording with a slow shutter speed.  
Set  
Backlight Compensation  
8 To lock the exposure  
After you finish configuring the setting,  
press and hold the set lever for more than 2  
Backlight compensation brightens the subject  
by increasing the exposure.  
seconds. The indicator appears.  
C
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
8 To cancel spot exposure control  
Press the BACK LIGHT button once so  
that the .indicator disappears.  
8 To cancel backlight compensation  
Press the BACK LIGHT button twice so  
that the -indicator disappears.  
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Manual Recording (Continued)  
3 Select the desired setting.  
Manual Setting in Function Menu  
Select  
EFFECT  
OFF  
You can use manual recording functions  
easily by selecting items in the function  
menus.  
SEPIA  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM  
STROBE  
Set  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when [EFFECT] is  
set to [SEPIA].  
4
FUNCTION  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
1
The menu disappears and the indicator for  
the set function appears.  
FUNCTION  
WB  
EFFECT  
TELE MACRO  
ZEBRA  
CUSTOM SETTING  
8 To return to the previous screen  
Move the set lever to £.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
2 Select the desired menu.  
For details on each menu, see below.  
Select  
EFFECT  
OFF  
SEPIA  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM  
STROBE  
Set  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.  
@
BMWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the  
light source.  
1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in  
front of the subject so that the white  
paper fills the screen.  
2) Press and hold the set lever until the  
Bindicator starts blinking then stops  
blinking.  
WB  
Adjusts the white balance  
to achieve the optimum  
colors for the amount of  
light in your surroundings  
during recording.  
DFINE: When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.  
ECLOUD: When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.  
FHALOGEN: When a video light or similar type of lighting is used.  
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Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
[OFF]: No effect is used.  
JSEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos.  
KMONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old  
movies.  
1
EFFECT  
Enables you to record  
videos or still images with  
special effects.  
LCLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an  
old movie atmosphere.  
MSTROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive  
snapshots.  
TELE MACRO  
Enables you to shoot  
a subject as large as  
possible at a distance of  
approx. 40 cm (1.32 ft).  
1[OFF]: Disables the function.  
tON: Activates the function.  
ZEBRA*  
The sections of the  
photographic subject that  
are reflected as white due  
to light are displayed in a  
striped pattern. Use this  
as a guide for adjusting  
the brightness.  
[OFF]: Deactivate this function.  
70%: Sections that are close to being reflected as white (bright)  
are displayed in a striped pattern.  
100%: Sections that are completely reflected as white (too bright)  
are displayed in a striped pattern.  
CUSTOM SETTING*  
Press down the set lever then select sub menus.  
Adjust the sharpness moving the set lever to £/ ¤, then press  
down.  
SHARPNESS  
Adjusts the  
enhancement level  
of the outline of the  
recorded image.  
NOTES  
Several functions will not be accessible when sharpness is set.  
Enhancing the sharpness causes the recorded image to appear  
grainy.  
COLOR BAR  
The color bar will  
be displayed. The  
color characteristics  
of the camera can  
be confirmed by  
[OFF]: Deactivate this function.  
ON: Activate this function.  
recording this display.  
* Not available in #mode.  
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PLAYBACK  
Playing Back Files  
Video Playback  
Slide the power/mode switch to  
Press the PLAY/REC button to  
select playback mode.  
MODE to select  
(video) mode.  
!
VIDEO  
8/8  
MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
The  
lamp on the camera lights up.  
The index screen for videos appears.  
!
Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤  
to select the desired file, then  
press down.  
Select  
Set  
8 To return to the index screen  
Press INDEX.  
8 To watch on TV  
See page 36.  
8 To turn the date display on/off  
Change the settings in [DATE/TIME]. (pg. 70)  
8 To check the file information  
Press INFO when playback is paused. (pg. 40)  
Operations during Playback  
Return to the first  
scene of the file  
J : Turn down the  
volume  
Play/Pause  
Forward search/  
Frame-by-frame  
playback  
Reverse search/  
Frame-by-frame  
playback  
(during pause)  
(during pause)  
Go to the first scene  
of the next file  
I : Turn up the  
volume  
During forward/reverse search, moving the set lever to £/ ¤  
alters the search speed (maximum 60x).  
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Still Image Playback  
Slide the power/mode switch to  
Press the PLAY/REC button to  
select playback mode.  
MODE to select  
mode.  
(still image)  
#
IMAGE  
8/8  
MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
The index screen for still images  
appears.  
The  
lamp on the camera lights up.  
#
Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤  
to select the desired file, then  
press down.  
Select  
Set  
8 To return to the index screen  
Press INDEX.  
8 To watch on TV  
See page 36.  
8 To turn the date display on/off  
Change the settings in [DATE/TIME]. (pg. 70)  
8 To check the file information  
Press INFO. (pg. 40)  
Operations during Playback  
Rotate 90 degrees  
(counterclockwise)  
Start/end the slide show  
Display the next file  
Display the previous file  
Rotate 90 degrees  
(clockwise)  
During the slide show, moving the set lever to ¡/ ¢changes the playback order.  
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Playing Back Files (Continued)  
2 Select the recording date.  
Select  
JAN 07 2007  
1/3  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
3 Select the file you want to play back.  
Select  
Set  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
Set Lever  
FUNCTION  
8 To return to the index screen  
Press the INDEX button.  
Event Screen – !mode only  
You can search the desired file by the event  
that you registered the file to when recording.  
(pg. 23) After searching by the event, you  
can search by the recording date to narrow  
down the search.  
File Search Function  
You can switch the index screen to the  
date index screen or event screen for the  
convenient file search.  
The event screen can be used in  
mode. It  
Preparation:  
!
cannot be used in  
mode.  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
#
select  
mode.  
!
Date Index Screen  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select the  
playback mode.  
You can search the desired file by the  
recording date.  
1 Press twice.  
Preparation:  
VACATION  
1/ 3  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
NEXT PAGE  
SORT  
playback mode.  
INDEX  
SELECT SET  
1
SEARCH DATE  
JAN 31 2007  
JAN 25 2007  
JAN 22 2007  
DEC 22 2006  
DEC 19 2006  
DEC 01 2006  
SELECT SET  
INDEX  
SORT  
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2 Select the event.  
To Play Back TPD Files  
!mode only  
To move to the next page, select [NEXT  
PAGE].  
SEARCH EVENT  
Select  
After backing up to a PC, the video files which  
were edited on a PC and then recopied to the  
camera will be stored in the EXTMOV folder  
rather than the normal destination folder. This  
file can then be played using the following  
procedures.  
ALL SCENES  
JAN 25 2007  
JAN 22 2007  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
3 Select the recording date.  
Preparation:  
To display all the files, select [ALL  
SCENES].  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
mode.  
!
Select  
VACATION  
1/3  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
4 Select the file you want to play back.  
Select  
2 Select [PLAYBACK TPD FILE].  
Select  
VIDEO [TPD]  
8/8  
Set  
8 To return to the index screen  
Press the INDEX button.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
8 To change the event registration of a file  
See page 41.  
3 Select the file you want to play back.  
Select  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To return to the normal file playback  
mode  
Select [PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE] in  
step 2.  
NOTE  
During TPD file playback, you cannot use  
some of the functions.  
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Playing Back Files (Continued)  
4 Select the file you want to play back.  
Playback with Special Effects  
Select  
Playback effects  
Add effects that, for example, alter the color  
tones of images.  
Set  
Preparation:  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select the  
8 To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
playback mode.  
8 Items for EFFECT setting  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
SEPIA:  
J
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
The image is given a brownish tint like an  
old photo.  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
MONOTONE:  
The image becomes black and white like  
an old movie.  
K
2 Select [EFFECT].  
CLASSIC FILM*:  
L
Select  
The image is given an old movie  
atmosphere by the effect of skipping  
frames.  
EFFECT  
OFF  
SEPIA  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM  
STROBE  
STROBE*:  
The image looks like a series of  
consecutive snapshots.  
M
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 Select a desired effect.  
* Not available in #mode.  
For details on each effect, see right  
column.  
Select  
VIDEO  
8/8  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
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Wipe or fader effects – !mode only  
Add effects at the beginning and end of  
videos. These effects cannot be set for still  
images.  
8 Items for WIPE/FADER setting  
FADER-WHITE:  
Fade in or out with a white screen.  
FADER-BLACK:  
Fade in or out with a black screen.  
O
P
Q
FADER-B.W:  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
Fade in to a color screen from a black  
and white screen, or fade out in the  
opposite way.  
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
WIPE-CORNER:  
R
playback mode.  
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper  
right to the lower left corner, or wipe out  
in the opposite way.  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
WIPE-WINDOW:  
S
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
The scene starts in the center of a black  
screen and wipes in toward the corners,  
or wipes out in the opposite way.  
WIPE-SLIDE:  
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out in  
the opposite way.  
T
2 Select [WIPE/FADER].  
Select  
WIPE/FADER  
1/2  
OFF  
WIPE-DOOR:  
U
FADER-WHITE  
FADER-BLACK  
FADER-B.W  
Wipe in as the two halves of a black  
screen open to the left and right revealing  
the scene, or wipe out in the opposite  
way.  
WIPE-CORNER  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 Select a desired effect.  
WIPE-SCROLL:  
V
For details on each effect, see right  
column.  
The scene wipes in from the bottom to  
the top of a black screen, or wipes out in  
the opposite way.  
Select  
VIDEO  
8/8  
WIPE-SHUTTER:  
W
Wipe in from the center of a black screen  
toward the top and bottom, or wipe out in  
the opposite way.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
NOTE  
4 Select the file you want to play back.  
There is no effect on files with a play time  
shorter than 7 seconds.  
Select  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
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Watching Images on TV  
This camera is designed to be used with  
high-definition or NTSC-type color television  
signals. It cannot be used with a television of  
a different standard.  
8 To connect using the COMPONENT  
connector  
COMPONENT  
Connector  
DC Connector  
Connection with TV  
You can output videos from the HDMI  
connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV/S  
connector. Select the connector that best suits  
your television.  
AC Adapter  
Preparation: Turn off all units.  
8 To connect using the HDMI connector  
To AC  
Outlet  
AV Connector  
HDMI Connector  
DC Connector  
AV Cable  
Component  
Cable  
HDMI Cable  
(optional)  
AC Adapter  
To AC  
Outlet  
COMPONENT  
Input Connector  
Audio L/R Input  
Connector  
Video Connector  
is not in use.  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [COMPONENT  
OUTPUT] as you like. (pg. 71)  
HDMI Connector  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [HDMI OUTPUT],  
[HDMI COLOR SETTING] or [HDMI  
ENHANCE SETTING] as you like. (pg. 71)  
36  
8 To connect using the AV/S connectors  
Playback Operation  
After the connection with TV is  
completed  
S Connector  
DC Connector  
1 Turn on the camera and the TV.  
2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
3 (Only when connecting the camera to the  
AC Adapter  
VCR/DVD recorder)  
To AC  
Outlet  
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and  
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
AV Connector  
4 Start playback on the camera.  
(pg. 30, 31)  
8 To display camera’s on-screen display  
on TV  
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (pg. 71)  
S Cable  
(optional)  
AV Cable  
S Input Connector  
AV Input Connector  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [VIDEO/S OUTPUT]  
to suit the screen size of your television.  
(pg. 71)  
37  
EDITING/PRINTING  
Managing Files  
Preparation:  
Set Lever  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
SNAP  
SHOT  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
Zoom Lever  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when performing  
[DELETE].  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
DIRECT  
BACKUP/  
EVENT  
INFO  
FUNCTION  
CAUTION  
2 Select [DELETE] or [PROTECT].  
Select  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
DELETE  
CURRENT  
FILE SELECT  
DELETE ALL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
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. (pg. 72)  
Deleting/Protecting the Currently  
Displayed File  
After performing steps 1-2  
3 Select [CURRENT].  
Select  
DELETE?  
REMAINING FILES:  
0008  
EXECUTE  
Set  
SELECT SET  
Deleting/Protecting Files  
You can select the previous or next file by  
moving the set lever to £/ ¤.  
Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete  
them, release the protection first.  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be  
restored. Check files before deleting.  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
For an SD card, you can use the write/erase  
protection tab to set protection. To protect  
all the files, slide the tab to the “LOCK”  
position.  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
Write/erase protection tab  
38  
Selecting and Deleting/Protecting Files  
Deleting/Protecting All Files  
After performing steps 1-2 (pg. 38)  
After performing steps 1-2 (pg. 38)  
3 Select [FILE SELECT].  
3 Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT  
ALL].  
Select  
VIDEO DELETE  
8/8  
Select  
DELETE ALL?  
EXCEPT PROTECTED FILE  
EXECUTE  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
Set  
SELECT SET  
4 Select the desired file.  
Select  
VIDEO DELETE  
8/8  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
The or  
mark appears on the file. To  
$ x  
Set  
select other files, repeat this step.  
If you slide the zoom lever towards T,  
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding  
the zoom lever towards W returns to the  
index screen.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To release protection  
5
FUNCTION  
Select the protected file in step 4  
(“Selecting and Deleting/Protecting Files”  
left column).  
DELETE?  
QUIT  
CANCEL  
SELECT SET  
8 To release protection of all files  
1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL], then  
press down the set lever.  
6 Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when  
performing [DELETE]) or [QUIT]  
(when performing [PROTECT]).  
Select  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[EXECUTE], then press down.  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
39  
Managing Files (Continued)  
Histogram – #mode only  
Viewing File Information  
A histogram is a graph indicating the image’s  
brightness.  
By checking the image and its histogram, you  
can see the exposure level pattern and the  
overall tone reproduction.  
Preparation:  
For !mode: Pause the playback.  
Alternatively, select the file on the index  
screen.  
For #mode: Play back the still image.  
Alternatively, select the file on the index  
screen.  
Preparation:  
Play back the still image.  
INFO  
Press twice.  
FILE  
: MOV005.TOD  
: PRG001  
FOLDER  
DATE/TIME  
PB TIME  
QUALITY  
PROTECT  
: JAN 1 06 10:56 AM  
: 00:30:02  
: FHD  
INFO  
: OFF  
1/250 s  
F3.5  
FILE:  
ISO100  
D
B
File name  
FOLDER:  
Folder name  
DATE/TIME:  
Date and time of the recording  
PB TIME (for video files):  
Playback time (length of the file)  
SIZE (for still images):  
Image size (pg. 69)  
QUALITY:  
A larger number of pixels in the center  
position indicates correct exposure and well-  
balanced brightness.  
D
(Dim)  
B
Brightness level  
Image quality (pg. 68, 69)  
PROTECT:  
File protection status (pg. 38)  
(Bright)  
The shutter speed, F-number and ISO  
sensitivity (GAIN) when recorded are also  
displayed.  
8 To turn off the file information display  
Press INFO again.  
8 To turn off the file information display  
Press INFO several times.  
NOTE  
The shutter speed displayed during shooting  
in auto mode is an approximation. It may not  
match the one displayed with the histogram.  
40  
4
Changing the Event Registration of  
Video Files after Recording  
!mode only  
EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS  
DO YOU WANT TO SAVE?  
DIRECT  
BACKUP  
/EVENT  
DELETE AND QUIT  
CANCEL  
SELECT SET  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
5 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].  
select  
mode.  
!
Select  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback  
mode.  
1
VACATION  
1/ 3  
Set  
DIRECT  
BACKUP  
/EVENT  
NON SECTION  
NEXT PAGE  
QUIT  
8 To exit the screen  
SELECT REGISTER  
Press FUNCTION.  
2
Select a new event to register the file to.  
To move to the next page, select [NEXT  
PAGE].  
To cancel the event registration, select  
[NON SECTION].  
VIDEO  
8/8  
Select  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 Select the file you want to register.  
Select  
Set  
To select other files, repeat this step.  
If you slide the zoom lever towards T,  
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding  
the zoom lever towards W returns to the  
index screen.  
41  
Managing Files (Continued)  
To Extract a Still Image File From a  
Video File – !mode only  
DPOF Print Setting – #mode only  
The number of prints to make of a still image  
recorded on an SD card can be set. This  
feature is useful when taking the SD card to a  
photo lab for printing.  
You can extract the desired scene from a  
recorded video file, and record it as a still  
image file.  
Preparation:  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
mode.  
#
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
Set [REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD].  
(pg. 69)  
playback mode.  
1 Select the desired video file.  
VIDEO  
8/8  
Select  
1
FUNCTION  
DELETE  
PROTECT  
COPY  
MOVE  
EFFECT  
DPOF  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
Playback starts. Search the desired scene.  
2 Select [DPOF].  
Select  
2
DPOF  
SELECT IMAGES  
ALL 1  
CHECK SETTINGS  
RESET  
SNAP  
SHOT  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
NOTES  
Setting Files Individually  
Extracted 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 picture quality  
of the source video file.  
After performing steps 1-2  
3 Select [SELECT IMAGES].  
Select  
DPOF TOTAL:  
0
8/8  
Images cannot be extracted when the video  
file is in search or slow-motion playback.  
Extract images when the video is in normal  
playback, or when it is paused.  
The continuous shooting function (pg. 69)  
cannot be used to extract images.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
42  
Setting All Files Together (One Print for  
Each)  
4 Select the desired file.  
Select  
After performing steps 1-2  
3 Select [ALL1].  
Set  
Select  
If you slide and hold the zoom lever  
towards T, the preview screen of the still  
image is displayed.  
ALL1  
CANCEL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
5 Select the number of prints. (max. 15  
prints)  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
Select  
Set  
Set  
To set print information for other images,  
repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to  
999 files.)  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
6
FUNCTION  
8 To cancel the selection  
Set the number of prints to “00” in step 5.  
8 To confirm DPOF settings  
In step 3, move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to  
select [CHECK SETTINGS], then press down.  
If necessary, change the number of  
prints for the desired file by following  
steps 4 and 5.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To cancel the selection  
Set the number of prints to “00” in step 5.  
8 To reset DPOF settings  
1) In step 3, move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to  
select [RESET], then press down.  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[EXECUTE], then press down.  
8 To confirm DPOF settings  
In step 3, move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to  
select [CHECK SETTINGS], then press down.  
If necessary, change the number of  
prints for the desired file by following  
steps 4 and 5.  
8 To reset DPOF settings  
1) In step 3, move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to  
select [RESET], then press down.  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[EXECUTE], then press down.  
43  
Playlists !mode only  
3 Select [NEW LIST].  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Select  
NEW LIST  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
IMPORT FROM DATE  
ALL SCENES  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
4 Select an item and display files.  
Select  
Set  
[IMPORT FROM EVENT]:  
Search for an event and display the  
corresponding files listed by recording  
date.  
FUNCTION  
Set Lever  
Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to  
select the event, then press down.  
[IMPORT FROM DATE]:  
Display all the files in the medium listed  
by recording date.  
[ALL SCENES]:  
It is a list that enables you to organize  
recorded videos in order of preference.  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
Display all files individually.  
select  
mode.  
!
EDIT  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
TOTAL  
00h00m  
Creating Playlists  
SELECT REGISTER  
1
5 Select the file to add to playlist.  
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
Select  
EDIT  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
TOTAL  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
00h00m  
Set  
2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].  
Files recorded in 1440 CBR video picture  
quality are displayed with a 1440 CBR  
icon.  
To preview scenes, move the set lever  
to ¡/ ¢to select the file and press the  
INDEX button. When the index screen  
of individual scenes appears, move the  
set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to select the file,  
then press down.  
Select  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
NEW LIST  
EDIT  
RENAME  
DELETE  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
To return to previous screen, press  
INDEX.  
44  
6 Select the insertion point.  
Playing Back Playlists  
Select  
EDIT  
TOTAL  
30h15m  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
Set  
SELECT REGISTER  
To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6.  
To delete a registered scene, move the  
set lever to ¡/ ¢to select the registered  
file, then press down.  
2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST].  
Select  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
7
01 2007 JAN.07 04:45PM  
02 2007 JAN.07 09:25PM  
03 2007 JAN.07 09:55PM  
FUNCTION  
QUIT PLAYLIST  
SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?  
DELETE AND QUIT  
CANCEL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
SELECT SET  
3 Select the playlist that you want to  
play back.  
8 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].  
Select  
Select  
Set  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To stop playback  
Press down the set lever.  
NOTES  
A maximum of 99 playlists can be created.  
Each playlist can consist of a maximum of  
99 scenes.  
If you delete the original files, the  
corresponding files are also deleted from  
the playlist.  
8 To return to the normal file playback  
mode  
Select [PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE] in  
step 2.  
8 To play back from the desired scene  
1) In step 2, press the INDEX button. (The  
index screen for playlist appears.)  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to  
select the desired scene, then press  
down.  
45  
Playlists !mode only (Continued)  
Deleting Playlist  
Other Operations of Playlists  
Original files are not deleted even if you  
delete the playlist.  
You can perform additional editing and delete  
files in a created playlist.  
Preparation:  
Perform steps 1-2. (pg. 44)  
3 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[DELETE], then press down.  
Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist  
4 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select a  
playlist you want to delete.  
To delete all playlists at once, select  
[DELETE ALL].  
3 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[EDIT], then press down.  
4 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
the playlist you want to edit, then  
press down.  
To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to  
8 in “Creating Playlists”. (pg. 44)  
5 Press down the set lever.  
6 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[EXECUTE], then press down.  
Changing Playlist Names  
The default name of a playlist is its creation  
date and time.  
3 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[RENAME], then press down.  
4 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
the desired playlist, then press down.  
5 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to  
select the desired letter, then press  
down.  
Repeat this process to complete the  
name.  
You can change the character types  
(capital letters, small letters or marks) by  
selecting [A/a/@].  
To correct a letter, select [}] or []] and  
press down the set lever to move the  
cursor to the letter, then select [CLEAR]  
and press down the set lever.  
6 Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to  
select [¯], then press down.  
46  
COPYING  
Copying Files  
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files  
from the Camera  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
The files in the camera can be backed up to a  
DVD disc using a DVD burner (CU-VD40/  
CU-VD20 sold separately).  
Supported media: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-R  
DL (More than one disc may be required  
depending on the size of the file to be  
copied. In this case, use new (unused)  
discs.)  
This disc cannot be played in a normal DVD  
player. Use one of the following methods to  
view the disc.  
— Playback the disc using the camera.  
(“To play back the created disc using the  
camera” pg. 48, 50)  
FUNCTION  
Set Lever  
— Playback the disc using a DVD burner.*  
(Only possible when using a CU-VD40.)  
— Playback on a PC.*  
* The disc must first be finalized on the  
camera.  
Types of Copying and Connectable Device  
The Camera  
Connection with a DVD Burner  
You can copy still images  
between the HDD and  
SD card with this camera  
alone. (pg. 52)  
Preparation:  
Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
USB Connector  
DC Connector  
DVD Burner  
(CU-VD40/CU-VD20)  
You can copy video/still  
image files recorded on  
this camera onto DVD  
discs. (right column)  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
You can dub video  
files recorded on this  
camera onto DVD discs.  
(pg. 50)  
USB Cable  
USB Connector  
AC Adapter  
PC  
To AC Outlet  
You can copy video/still  
image files on this camera  
onto your PC. For details,  
refer to PC OPERATION  
section. (pg. 53 to 66)  
DVD Burner  
NOTE  
Use the USB cable that came with the DVD  
burner.  
Continued on next page  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
Backup All Files  
4 Select [EXECUTE] or [EXECUTE AND  
FINALIZE].  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 47)  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
By selecting [EXECUTE AND FINALIZE],  
the disc is finalized after the files are  
copied.  
Select  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when backing up  
video files.  
Set  
The disc begins to be created. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, press down the  
set lever to complete the operation.  
1 Select [NORMAL BACK-UP].  
Select  
NORMAL BACK-UP  
When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]  
appears, change the disc. The second  
disc begins to be created.  
ALL  
UNSAVED SCENES  
To cancel the disc creation, select  
[STOP].  
Set  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
2 Select the desired menu.  
8 To return to the top screen  
Press MENU, then move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [YES] and press down.  
8 To finalize the disc after copy is finished  
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 47)  
2) Turn the camera’s power on.  
3) Select [FINALIZE].  
[ALL]:  
All files in the recording medium are  
copied.  
[UNSAVED SCENES/FILES NOT  
BACKED-UP]:  
Files that have never been copied to a  
DVD disc are automatically selected and  
copied.  
4) Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
VIDEOS ARE RECORDED  
5) When [COMPLETED] appears, select  
[OK].  
FORMAT  
CANCEL  
8 To play back the created disc using the  
camera  
Set  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 47)  
2) When watching on TV, connect the  
camera to TV. (pg. 36)  
3) Turn the camera’s power on.  
4) Select [PLAYBACK].  
5) Select the desired folder.  
6) Select the creation date of the disc.  
7) Select the desired file. To return to  
the previous screen, press the INDEX  
button.  
3 Select the desired menu.  
[FORMAT]:  
After the disc is formatted (all recorded  
data on the disc is deleted), the files are  
copied to the disc.  
[CONTINUE TO COPY]:  
Files are added to the free space of a  
disc. Displayed only when a recordable  
disc is inserted.  
Select  
DVD  
DVD(DL)  
5
3
EXECUTE AND FINALIZE  
CANCEL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
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Select Files for Backup  
Preparation:  
[SELECT FROM PLAYLIST*]:  
Select the desired playlist from the list  
of playlists. The selected playlists are  
displayed in a list.  
1) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤  
to select the desired list, then press  
down. To select other lists, repeat this  
process.  
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 47)  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when backing up  
video files.  
2) Move the set lever to ¤twice.  
[SELECT FROM DATE]:  
Files are sorted according to the date on  
which they were recorded. Relevant files  
are displayed in a list. Move the set lever  
to ¡/ ¢to select the recording date,  
then press down.  
1 Select [SELECT BACK-UP].  
Select  
SELECT BACK-UP  
SELECT FROM DATE  
SELECT FROM SCENES  
* Not available in #mode.  
SELECT FROM EVENT  
SELECT FROM PLAYLIST  
Set  
To preview scenes, press the INDEX  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
button. (The index screen of individual  
scenes appears.) Move the set lever to ¡/  
¢/ £/ ¤to select the file, then press down.  
To return to previous screen, press INDEX.  
2 Select the desired menu.  
Select  
SELECT FROM EVENT  
ALL  
JAN.01.2007 12:04  
JAN.01.2007 12:15  
FEB.01.2007 12:04  
FEB.01.2007 12:15  
3 Select [ALL].  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
VIDEOS ARE RECORDED  
[SELECT FROM SCENES/SELECT  
FROM IMAGES]:  
Register backup files individually.  
1) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤  
to select the desired file, then press  
down. To select other files, repeat this  
process.  
2) Press the INDEX button then go to  
step 4.  
[SELECT FROM EVENT*]:  
Files are sorted according to event.  
Relevant files are displayed in a list.  
Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to  
select the event, then press down.  
FORMAT  
CANCEL  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
4 Select the desired menu.  
[FORMAT]:  
After the disc is formatted (all recorded  
data on the disc is deleted), the files are  
copied to the disc.  
[CONTINUE TO COPY]:  
Files are added to the free space of a  
disc. Displayed only when a recordable  
disc is inserted.  
Select  
DVD  
DVD(DL)  
5
3
EXECUTE AND FINALIZE  
CANCEL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
Continued on next page  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
5 Select [EXECUTE] or [EXECUTE AND  
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub  
Files from the Camera  
FINALIZE].  
By selecting [EXECUTE AND FINALIZE],  
the disc is finalized after the files are  
copied.  
You can connect the camera to a VCR or DVD  
recorder, and dub the camera’s files directly  
onto those devices.  
Select  
Connection with a VCR/DVD Recorder  
You can connect using either the i.LINK  
connector or AV/S connector. Select the  
connector that best suits your VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
Set  
The disc begins to be created. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, press down the  
set lever to complete the operation.  
When [COMPLETED. CHANGE DISC]  
appears, change the disc. The second  
disc begins to be created.  
To cancel the disc creation, select  
[STOP].  
Preparation: Turn off all units.  
8 To connect using the i.LINK connector  
i.LINK Connector  
DC Connector  
8 To return to the top screen  
Press MENU, then move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [YES] and press down.  
8 To finalize the disc after copy is finished  
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 47)  
2) Turn the camera power on.  
3) Select [FINALIZE].  
i.LINK Cable  
(optional)  
AC Adapter  
4) Select [EXECUTE].  
5) When [COMPLETED] appears, select  
[OK].  
i.LINK Connector  
8 To play back the created disc using the  
camera  
To AC Outlet  
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 47)  
2) When watching on TV, connect the  
camera to TV. (pg. 36)  
3) Turn the camera’s power on.  
4) Select [PLAYBACK].  
5) Select the desired folder.  
6) Select the creation date of the disc.  
7) Select the desired file. To return to  
previous screen, press the INDEX  
button.  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
NOTES  
When dubbing using the i.LINK connector,  
only the playlist which has been played for  
dubbing can be dubbed. (pg. 51) Normal  
video files and normally played playlists  
cannot be dubbed.  
When copying using the i.LINK connector,  
only files which are recorded in 1440 CBR  
video picture quality can be dubbed. If a DV  
input compatible device is connected, files  
recorded in other picture quality can also be  
dubbed. Set the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)] to  
[DV]. (pg. 71)  
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8 To connect using the AV/S connectors  
Dubbing Operation  
1 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
S Connector  
DC Connector  
input mode.  
Check that the images from the camera  
have been input correctly to the VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
2 Start playback on the camera.  
To play back videos (pg. 30)  
To play back playlists  
AC Adapter  
To AC  
Outlet  
1) Press the FUNCTION button.  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[PLAYBACK PLAYLIST], then press  
down.  
AV Connector  
3) Move the set lever to ¤. *1  
4) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[START PLAYBACK], then press down.  
(A black screen is displayed for five  
seconds at the first and the last  
scene. *2)  
When dubbing using the i.LINK  
connection and with [i.LINK OUTPUT  
(DUB)] set to [1440 CBR], a  
1
*
S Cable  
(optional)  
AV Cable  
confirmation screen is displayed after  
operation. Select [OK] and proceed to  
step 4).  
When dubbing using the i.LINK  
connection and with [i.LINK OUTPUT  
(DUB)] set to [1440 CBR], the image  
to be dubbed is not displayed on the  
camera’s screen. Check the images on  
the VCR/DVD recorder side.  
2
*
VCR/DVD  
Recorder  
S Connector  
AV Connector  
3 At the point you want to start  
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/  
DVD recorder.  
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s  
instruction manual  
.
8 To stop dubbing  
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder,  
then press the REC button again.  
NOTES  
The date displays cannot be dubbed using  
the i.LINK connection.  
When playing back images dubbed using  
the i.LINK on a VCR/DVD recorder, the  
images may stop momentarily at junctions  
between scenes.  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
4
Copying/Moving Still Image Files  
You can copy or move still image files  
between the HDD and SD card using the on-  
screen display.  
Preparation:  
5 Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
copy/move.  
select  
mode.  
#
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
Make sure that SD card is inserted in the  
SD slot.  
Make sure that enough free space is left in  
the copy/move destination medium.  
[FILE]:  
Select when you want to transfer the  
selected files.  
1
1) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤  
to select the desired file, then press  
down.  
FUNCTION  
DELETE  
PROTECT  
COPY  
MOVE  
EFFECT  
DPOF  
The smark appears on the file. To  
select other files, repeat this step.  
2) Press FUNCTION.  
2 Select [COPY] or [MOVE].  
[ALL]:  
[COPY]:  
Select when you want to transfer all files  
in the recording medium.  
Files are copied to the destination  
medium while leaving original files in the  
source medium.  
[MOVE]:  
6 Select [EXECUTE].  
Files are moved to the destination  
medium while deleting original files  
(except read-only files) in the source  
medium.  
Select  
Set  
Select  
IMAGE COPY  
MEDIA  
ALL  
File transfer starts. When [COPYING/  
MOVING COMPLETED] appears, press  
down the set lever.  
FILE UNIT  
NUMBER OF FILE  
0059  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
8 To exit the screen  
3 Set the direction of copy/move.  
Press MENU, then move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [EXECUTE] and press  
down.  
(HDD ] SD or SD ] HDD)  
8 To stop the file transfer  
1) Press down the set lever.  
2) Select [EXECUTE] and press down the  
set lever.  
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PC OPERATION  
File Backup on the PC – Windows®  
System Requirements  
Power/Mode Switch  
Set Lever  
OS:  
Windows® XP Home Edition [XP] (pre-  
installed),  
or Windows® XP Professional [XP] (pre-  
installed)  
CPU:  
Intel® Pentium® 4, at least 2.4 GHz  
(at least 3.0 GHz recommended)  
Intel® Pentium® M, at least 1.6 GHz  
RAM:  
At least 512 MB (at least 1 GB recommended)  
Free hard disk space:  
At least 750 MB for installation  
For creating Blu-ray disc, at least 30 GB (at  
least 60 GB recommended)  
DIRECT BACKUP/  
EVENT  
Connector:  
Install the software that came with the camera  
to your PC.  
USB 2.0 connector  
Sound card:  
Direct Sound compatible sound card  
Display:  
Must be capable of displaying at least  
1024 x 768 (XGA) in high color 16 bit or higher  
(1280 x 1024 (SXGA) or higher is recommended)  
Intel/nVidia/ATI MPEG-2 HD DxVA compatible  
card  
You can back up your files on your computer  
with a simple one-touch operation, edit your  
files on your computer, and also create discs.  
If you cannot install the software, you can  
still back up your files on your computer.  
(pg. 58)  
Miscellaneous:  
Internet Explorer 5.5 or later  
DirectX 9.0 or later  
DirectX is automatically installed during  
installation.  
Supported media:  
BD-RE, BD-R, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW,  
CD-R/RW  
For the compatible drives:  
powerproducer/3/comp_dvd_drives.jsp  
Q You can perform detailed settings for each  
item.  
R Select a function on the right, and an  
explanation is displayed.  
S The operating procedure for each function  
is displayed.  
T Plays back video files on the PC (pg. 59)  
U Plays back still image files on the PC  
(pg. 59)  
For the compatible BD drives:  
ev/eng/support.htm  
NOTE  
V Creates discs/Edits files (pg. 60)  
W Backs up camera files onto the PC  
(pg. 57)  
Even if your system meets the recommended  
requirements above, you may still experience  
dropped frames while playing back high  
definition video, or you may find that editing  
takes a long time. In order to use these  
functions more smoothly, it is recommended  
that you use a higher performance computer  
(CPU: Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo, memory: 2GB or  
more).  
You can find the latest information on the  
provided software program at CyberLink’s  
co.jp/products/ne/  
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File Backup on the PC – Windows® (Continued)  
2 Click [Easy Installation].  
Software Installation  
If you want to specify the type of software  
to install or the installation destination  
folder etc., select [Custom Installation].  
Follow the instructions on the screen to  
install the software.  
The following software is included in the CD-  
ROM that came with your camera.  
CyberLink BD Solution  
Comprehensive application software that  
consists of the following 3 software.  
PowerCinema NE for Everio  
The main authoring software.You can  
perform various operations such as file  
backup, playback, and editing from the top  
menu of this software.  
PowerProducer 3 NE  
Allows you to create discs. Automatically  
starts from an operation in PowerCinema  
NE for Everio.  
PowerDirector 5 NE Express  
Allows you to edit files on your PC.  
Automatically starts from an operation in  
PowerCinema NE for Everio.  
3 Click [Yes].  
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5  
Allows you to change the format of still  
image files backed up on your computer.  
Preparation:  
Quit any other software you are using. (Check  
that there are no other application icons on  
the status bar.)  
4 Select the desired language and click  
1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the  
[OK].  
PC.  
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen  
appears. If the [SETUP] screen does not  
appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon in  
[My Computer].  
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5 Click [Yes].  
The software installation starts.  
6 Click [Finish].  
8 When installation is completed  
The installed software is displayed in [All  
Programs].  
The backup destination folder [MyWorks]  
for files is created on the hard disk drive  
that has the most free space.  
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File Backup on the PC – Windows® (Continued)  
8 When you have finished operation  
Always follow the procedures below when  
Connecting the Camera to the PC  
disconnecting the camera, or turning off the  
camera/computer power.  
Failing to do so may cause damage to the  
camera and computer.  
Preparation:  
Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF.  
USB Connector  
DC Connector  
1) Confirm that the access/charge lamp on  
the camera does not light or blink.  
(If the access/charge lamp lights or  
blinks, wait until it is turned off before  
proceeding.)  
2) Double-click the [Safely Remove  
Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware]  
icon in the status bar.  
3) Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or  
[USB Disk], and then click [Stop].  
4) Click [OK].  
USB Cable  
AC Adapter  
5) Disconnect the USB cable.  
6) Turn off the camera and PC.  
To AC Outlet  
USB Connector  
NOTES  
When the USB cable is connected, turning  
on or off the camera causes malfunctions of  
the PC.  
Connect the camera directly to the PC, not  
through the hub.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
Saving the wrong kinds of files in a  
recording medium or deleting files or  
folders from a recording medium can cause  
problems with the operation of the camera.  
When it is necessary to delete a file from  
a recording medium, delete it through the  
camera. Also, do not move or rename  
folders and files in the medium on PC.  
Never disconnect the USB cable while the  
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or  
blinks.  
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File Backup from the specified media  
Preparation:  
File Backup on the PC  
This method uses the included software to  
back up files onto your computer.  
Video files that have never been backed  
up onto the connected computer are  
automatically selected from the back up  
history and backed up.  
If you could not install the software, turn to  
pg. 58 for details of how to back up your files  
without using this software.  
Install the software from the included CD-  
ROM. (pg. 54)  
Connect the camera to the computer with  
the USB cable. (pg. 56)  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to STANDBY/ON.  
Preparation:  
Install the software from the included CD-  
ROM. (pg. 54)  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
Connect the camera to the computer with  
the USB cable. (pg. 56)  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to STANDBY/ON.  
2 On the camera, move the set lever  
to ¡/ ¢to select [BACK UP], then  
press down.  
2 On the camera, press the DIRECT  
BACK UP button.  
A dialog box is displayed on the PC  
screen. However, you do not need to  
use the dialog box. File copy starts  
automatically.  
3 Click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_  
SD].  
When the progress bar disappears, the  
process is complete.  
When the progress bar disappears, the  
process is complete.  
NOTE  
When backup is performed, a folder for each  
of the media (HDD or SD) stored in the  
[MyWorks] folder (pg. 55) is created, and  
the files are backed up inside those folders.  
(If backup is performed from more than one  
camera HDD, that number of HDD folders is  
created.)  
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File Backup on the PC – Windows® (Continued)  
4 Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or  
File Backup on the PC without Using  
[EVERIO_SD].  
Software  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to the computer with the  
USB cable. (pg. 56)  
1 Create a folder to back up files into.  
5 Select the folder that you want to  
back up, and drag & drop it into the  
folder you created in step 1.  
SD_VIDEO:  
Folder that contains video files. If you  
want to back up files individually, open  
this folder, and drag & drop folders such  
as [PRG001] one by one.  
DCIM:  
Folder that contains still image files. If  
you want to back up files individually,  
open this folder, and drag & drop files  
2 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to STANDBY/ON.  
such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 On the camera, move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [PLAYBACK ON PC],  
then press down.  
NOTE  
For further details on the use of folders,  
please refer to pg. 73.  
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Other PC Operations – Windows®  
4 Click the media that contains desired  
Playing back Files on the PC  
files.  
Preparation:  
Install the software from the included CD-  
ROM. (pg. 54)  
Connect the camera to the computer with  
the USB cable. (pg. 56)  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to STANDBY/ON.  
5 Click the desired file.  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
You can use the convenient file search  
function.  
Sort by:  
The order of files is rearranged according  
to item that you selected.  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
Filter by:  
Files are filtered according to the item  
that you selected.  
2 On the camera, move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [PLAYBACK ON PC],  
then press down.  
A dialog box is displayed on the PC  
screen. However, you do not need to  
use the dialog box. PowerCinema starts  
automatically.  
3 Click [Browse Videos] (for video  
playback) or [Browse Pictures] (for  
still image playback).  
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Other PC Operations – Windows® (Continued)  
3 Click [Copy/Edit].  
Creating Discs/Editing Files  
Preparation:  
Install the software from the included CD-  
ROM. (pg. 54)  
Connect the camera to the computer with  
the USB cable. (pg. 56)  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to STANDBY/ON.  
4 Click the media that contains desired  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
files.  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
2 On the camera, move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [PLAYBACK ON PC],  
then press down.  
A dialog box is displayed on the PC  
screen. However, you do not need to  
use the dialog box. PowerCinema starts  
automatically.  
5 Click the check box of the desired  
file.  
The smark appears in the check box.  
To select other files, repeat this step.  
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6 Click [Copy/Advanced function].  
7 Click [Create Disc] for creating discs,  
or [Advanced Editing] for editing.  
PowerProducer (for creating discs) or  
PowerDirector (for editing) starts. For  
more information on detailed operations  
of these softwares, refer to their Read  
me (pg. 62) or CyberLink web site.  
(pg. 53)  
NOTES  
Supported media is BD-RE, BD-R,  
DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, CD-R/RW.  
DVD-RAM discs cannot be used. Regarding  
DVD-R/DVD+R discs, only unused DVD-R/  
DVD+R discs can be used. Regarding  
DVD-RW/DVD+RW discs, used DVD-RW/  
DVD+RW discs can also be used, but they  
need to be formatted before recording.  
Formatting a disc deletes all content  
recorded on the disc up until that time.  
You may not able to play back the created  
disc depending on the performance  
of a device. Also the image may stop  
momentarily at junctions between scenes.  
PC must be equipped a compatible drive  
and player software to playback the created  
disc.  
Edited files should be read and played back  
with PowerDirector.  
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Other PC Operations – Windows® (Continued)  
Digital Photo Navigator 1.5  
Getting More Use from the Software  
The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM  
in PDF format.  
For more information on detailed operations  
of the software, see the Tutorials for each  
software program or the User’s Guides.  
1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the  
PC.  
PowerCinema NE for Everio  
2 Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [My  
1 Select [PowerCinema NE for Everio]  
Computer], then click [Open].  
from [All Programs].  
3 Double-click the [DOCS] folder.  
2 Click [Tutorial].  
4 Open the “Start.pdf” file and click the  
button of the desired language.  
PowerProducer 3 NE  
NOTES  
1 Select [PowerProducer 3 NE] from  
[All Programs].  
You need to connect to the Internet to be  
able to see the Tutorial.  
Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe®  
2 Click [Readme].  
Reader® must be installed to read PDF  
files. Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from  
PowerDirector 5 NE Express  
1 Select [PowerDirector 5 NE Express]  
from [All Programs].  
2 Click [User’s Guide] or [Readme].  
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Contact us for information on the included software  
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 about this software (refer  
e.html), please fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready.  
Product Name  
Model  
Problem  
PC  
Manufacturer  
Model (Desktop/Laptop)  
CPU  
OS  
Error Message  
Memory (MB)  
Available Hard Disk Space (MB)  
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.  
CyberLink  
Telephone/fax support  
Office hours  
(Mon. to Fri.)  
Location  
Language  
Phone #  
Fax #  
English / German /  
French / Spanish /  
Italian / Dutch  
9:00 am to  
5:00 pm  
+49-700-462-  
92375  
Germany  
+49-241-70525-25  
+886-2-8667-1300  
9:00 am to  
6:00 pm  
+886-2-8667-1298  
ext. 333  
Taiwan  
Japan  
Mandarin  
Japanese  
10:00 am to  
5:00 pm  
+81-3-3516-9555 +81-3-3516-9559  
Paid voice support  
Lines are open  
(Mon. to Fri.)  
Location  
Language  
English  
URL  
1:00 pm to 10:00 pm  
CST  
new_site/voice_support.jsp  
U.S.A.  
Support web/e-mail  
Language  
URL/e-mail address  
index.html  
English  
German / French / Spanish /  
Italian  
Japanese  
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File Backup on the PC – Macintosh  
You can back up camera files onto your  
computer.  
Software Installation  
Furthermore, if the software from the included  
CD-ROM is installed, the backed up file can  
be viewed in Quick Time Player or edited in  
iMovie HD or Final Cut Pro. (Several functions  
will not be accessible.)  
Preparation:  
Quit any other software you are using.  
1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the  
PC.  
You can find the latest information on the  
provided software program at our world wide  
ne/  
2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon.  
System Requirements  
Hardware:  
Macintosh 1.25 GHz or faster Power PC G4/  
G5 or Intel® processor (at least Intel® CoreTM  
Duo recommended.)  
USB 2.0 connector is required.  
OS:  
Mac OS X (10.4.4 to 10.4.8)  
RAM:  
3 Double-click the QuickTime  
Component for Everio icon.  
At least 512MB (at least 1GB recommended)  
4 Click [Continue].  
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5 Click [Continue].  
Connecting the Camera to the PC  
Preparation:  
Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF.  
DC Connector  
USB Connector  
6 Click [Install].  
The software installation starts.  
USB Cable  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
7 Click [Close].  
USB Connector  
NOTES  
When the USB cable is connected, turning  
on or off the camera causes malfunctions of  
the PC.  
Connect the camera directly to the PC, not  
through the hub.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
Saving the wrong kinds of files in a  
recording medium or deleting files or  
folders from a recording medium can cause  
problems with the operation of the camera.  
When it is necessary to delete a file from  
a recording medium, delete it through the  
camera. Also, do not move or rename  
folders and files in the medium on PC.  
Never disconnect the USB cable while the  
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or  
blinks.  
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File Backup on the PC – Macintosh (Continued)  
8 When you have finished operation  
Always follow the procedures below when  
disconnecting the camera, or turning off the  
camera/computer power.  
3 On the camera, move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [PLAYBACK ON PC],  
then press down.  
Failing to do so may cause damage to the  
camera and computer.  
1) Drag & drop the recording medium icon  
on the desktop into the [Trash] icon.  
If the confirmation message appears,  
click [OK].  
2) Confirm that the access/charge lamp on  
the camera does not light or blink.  
If the access/charge lamp lights or  
blinks, wait until it is turned off before  
proceeding.  
3) Disconnect the USB cable.  
4) Turn off the camera and PC.  
4 Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or  
[EVERIO_SD].  
5 Select the folder that you want to  
back up, and drag & drop it into the  
folder you created in step 1.  
File Backup on the PC  
SD_VIDEO:  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to the computer with the  
USB cable. (pg. 65)  
Folder that contains video files. If you  
want to back up files individually, open  
this folder, and drag & drop folders such  
as [PRG001] one by one.  
1 Create a folder to back up files into.  
DCIM:  
Folder that contains still image files. If  
you want to back up files individually,  
open this folder, and drag & drop files  
such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.  
2 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to STANDBY/ON.  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
NOTE  
For further details on the use of folders,  
please refer to pg. 73.  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
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FURTHER INFORMATION  
Changing the Menu Settings  
3 Select the desired menu from the first  
menu item.  
MENU  
[VIDEO]:  
Display menus related to !mode.  
[IMAGE]:  
Display menus related to #mode.  
[GENERAL]:  
Display menus common to !and #  
modes.  
[OUTPUT SETTING]:  
Display menus related to image output  
when connecting to other devices.  
[MEDIA]:  
Display menus related to recording  
media (HDD and SD cards).  
Set Lever  
GENERAL  
Select  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY ON TV  
LANGUAGE  
CLOCK ADJUST  
DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when [DEMO  
MODE] is set to [OFF].  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
4 Select the desired menu from the  
second menu item.  
1
VIDEO  
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
QUALITY  
ZOOM  
OIS  
MENU  
For details on each menu, see page 68  
to 72.  
Select  
DEMO MODE  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
ON  
OFF  
VIDEO  
2
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
QUALITY  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
ZOOM  
OIS  
SELECT SET  
5 Select the desired setting from the  
QUIT  
third menu item.  
Select  
Set  
8 To return to the previous screen  
Move the set lever to £.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press MENU.  
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
[FHD]: Record in 1920 x 1080i (full high-definition),  
VBR (Variable Bit Rate). Select this to record in the  
highest picture quality.  
SP: Record in 1440 x 1080i (high-definition), VBR  
(Variable Bit Rate). Select this in order to record for  
a long time.  
1440 CBR: Record in 1440 x 1080i (high-definition),  
CBR (Constant Bit Rate). Select this to copy a  
recorded video using the i.LINK connector.  
nQUALITY  
Enables you to set the picture  
quality for videos.  
NOTE  
If you switch the quality settings, a new file management  
folder is created in the HDD or SD card. If you change  
the settings frequently, you may not be able to record due  
to a limited quantity of folders. In this case, perform the  
operation shown on page 79.  
[10X] / 40X / 200X  
@ZOOM  
NOTE  
Enables you to set the maximum  
zoom ratio.  
When the smallest value is set, the optical zoom is used.  
When one of the larger values is set, the digital zoom is  
used.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
NOTES  
qOIS  
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake  
is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions.  
Compensates for hand shake.  
Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on a  
tripod.  
pGAIN UP  
Makes the subject appear bright  
automatically when you record in  
dark places. However, the overall  
color tones appear grayish.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
oWIND CUT  
Reduces noise caused by wind.  
[HDD] / SD  
NOTE  
/REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO  
Enables you to set the recording  
medium for videos.  
When set to [SD], video picture quality will automatically be  
set to [SP].  
hSCENE COUNTER  
Enables you to set whether to  
display the scene counter.  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
|EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
Enables you to set whether  
display the input level when the  
external microphone (optional) is  
connected.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
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Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
[FINE] / STANDARD  
nQUALITY  
Enables you to set the picture  
quality for still images.  
yIMAGE SIZE  
Enables you to select the picture [1920 x 1080] / 1440 x 1080 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480  
size for still images.  
2GAIN  
You can set the ISO setting to  
[AUTO] / 100 / 200 / 400  
increase the sensitivity in dark  
conditions.  
[OFF]: Disables the function.  
ON: Activates the function.  
BRACKETING: Activates the bracket shooting function.  
In addition to an image with the exposure set by  
the camera, two other images are recorded with  
exposure values shifted to the + 0.3 EV and 0.3  
{CONTINUOUS SHOOTING  
EV sides.You can select the image that has a  
Records still images continuously  
suitable exposure after shooting.  
while the SNAPSHOT button is  
NOTES  
pressed.  
The interval between recording still images is approx. 0.5  
seconds.  
Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the  
recording medium.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is  
used repeatedly.  
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC  
NOTES  
zSELF-TIMER  
Starts recording when the  
set time elapses after the  
SNAPSHOT button is pressed.  
The operation of the timer can be confirmed by the tally  
lamp.  
This can also be used to prevent vibration by hand.  
3REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE  
Enables you to set the recording  
medium for still images.  
[HDD] / SD  
9LANGUAGE  
[ENGLISH] / FRANÇAIS / ESPAÑOL /  
Enables you to set the display  
language. (pg. 17)  
PORTUGUÊS /  
/
/
:CLOCK ADJUST  
Enables you to set the time.  
(pg. 17)  
DATE / TIME  
DATE STYLE:  
year.month.day / [month.day.year] / day.month.year  
TIME:  
24h / [12h]  
;DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
Enables you to set the date and  
time display format.  
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
OFF: The date/time does not appear.  
[AUTO]: The date/time appears for approx. 5 seconds in  
the following cases.  
<DATE/TIME  
Enables you to set whether to  
display the current time on the  
LCD monitor.  
When the power/mode switch is set from OFF to  
STANDBY/ON  
When playback starts  
ON: The date/time is always displayed.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function.  
[CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without  
executing reset.  
ZPRESET  
Returns all the camera settings  
to their default values.  
gBRIGHT  
Adjust the brightness of the display moving the set lever  
to £/ ¤, then press down.  
Enables you to set the brightness  
of the LCD monitor or viewfinder.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
To turn the unit on when the drop detection  
worked, set the power/mode switch to OFF, and to  
STANDBY/ON again.  
^DROP DETECTION  
HDD by turning off the power  
automatically when the camera  
detects that it has been dropped.  
Prevents damage to the  
CAUTION  
Setting this function to off increases the chances of  
damaging the built-in hard disk if the camera is accidentally  
dropped.  
NFOCUS ASSIST  
When the focus assist function  
is used, the borderline of the  
focused subject is displayed in  
the selected color.  
[BLUE] / RED / GREEN  
]REMOTE  
OFF: The camera does not receive the signal from the  
remote control.  
[ON]: Enables operation with the remote control.  
Turns reception of the operation  
signal from the remote control  
on/off.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
NOTES  
[DEMO MODE  
Introduces special features of  
the camera when there is no  
operation for about 3 minutes  
during recording mode.  
The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is  
connected, not with the battery.  
If an SD card is in the camera, demonstration will not take  
place even if this mode is set to [ON].  
\OPERATION SOUND  
Enables you to set the operation  
sound or turn the operation  
sound on/off.  
OFF: Turns off the operation sound.  
[MELODY]: The melody sounds when any operation is  
performed.  
OTALLY LAMP  
OFF: Unlit.  
[ON]: Lit.  
Set whether to light the tally lamp  
while shooting.  
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Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
PPRIORITY SETTING  
[LCD MONITOR]: Projects the image onto the LCD  
monitor.  
FINDER: Projects the image onto the viewfinder.  
Set whether to project the  
image onto the LCD monitor or  
viewfinder when both are open.  
lDISPLAY  
OFF: Turns off the on-screen display.  
[ON]: Turns on the on-screen display.  
Enables you to set whether to  
display the on-screen display.  
[OFF]: Does not display on TV.  
ON: Displays on TV.  
NOTE  
When connected to a TV using the i.LINK cable, the  
camera’s on-screen display is not displayed on the TV, even  
if this setting is [ON].  
%DISPLAY ON TV  
Used for displaying camera’s on-  
screen display on a TV screen.  
RVIDEO/S OUTPUT  
Set the television screen size  
(16:9/4:3) of the connected  
television when outputting from  
the AV/S connector.  
4:3 / [16:9]  
SCOMPONENT OUTPUT  
Set the definition of the video  
output from the COMPONENT  
connector.  
[480i]: Outputs at 480i.  
1080i: Outputs at 1080i.  
[AUTO]: The definition that best suits the connected  
device is automatically selected in the following  
order: 1080i, 480p.  
THDMI OUTPUT  
Set the definition of the video  
output from the HDMI connector.  
480p: Outputs at 480p. Select when the video is not  
projected correctly.  
UHDMI COLOR SETTING  
Set the video format of the video  
output from the HDMI connector.  
[AUTO]: Select this under normal circumstances.  
RGB: Select when the video is not projected correctly.  
VHDMI ENHANCE SETTING  
Select whether or not to  
automatically adjust the image  
quality (depth of color, dark color  
suppression etc) of video output  
when connecting to the TV’s DVI  
connector.  
[OFF]: Image quality is not automatically adjusted.  
ON: Image quality is automatically adjusted.  
Wi.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)  
When using the i.LINK connector  
to copy files, set according to the  
type of device connected or file  
picture quality.  
DV: Select when copying with a device that supports  
DV input.  
[1440 CBR]: Select when copying video that was  
recorded with [1440 CBR] set as the [QUALITY].  
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
Connect the AC adapter.  
)CLEAN-UP HDD  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
Writing speed to HDD tends to  
become slow after long periods  
of repeated use. Execute cleanup  
periodically to regain the writing  
speed.  
NOTE  
Depending on the condition of the HDD, it may take several  
minutes for the cleanup process to be completed.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
*FORMAT HDD  
This will ensure stable speeds  
and operation when accessing  
the hard disk drive.  
NOTES  
Be aware that all files and data including protected files  
will be erased by the formatting process.  
Do not format the recording medium on your PC.  
+DELETE DATA ON HDD  
This will make it more difficult to  
recover data on the HDD which  
has already been erased. It is  
recommended that you do this  
when disposing of the camera  
to prevent illegal data recovery  
(using commercially available  
software).  
Connect the AC adapter.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
,FORMAT SD CARD  
You have to format newly  
purchased SD cards with this  
camera before using them.  
This will also ensure stable  
speeds and operation when  
accessing the SD card.  
NOTES  
Be aware that all files and data including protected files  
will be erased by the formatting process.  
Do not format the recording medium on your PC.  
-VIDEO NO. RESET  
.IMAGE NO. RESET  
By resetting the file number  
(name), a new folder will be  
made. The new files you are  
going to make will be stored in  
the new folder.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
It is convenient to separate  
the new files from previously  
recorded files.  
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Folder Structure and Extensions  
Recording medium  
X = number  
[DCIM]  
Contains the still image folders.  
[XXXJVCSO]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
Contains the video file folders.  
[SD_VIDEO]  
[MGR_INFO]  
[PRGXXX]  
[PRGXXX.PGI]  
Management information* for the media as a  
whole  
Management information*  
Video file  
[MOVXXX.TOD]  
[MOVXXX.MOI]  
Management information* for the video file  
[PRGXXX]  
[PRGXXX]  
After backing up to a PC, the video files which  
were edited on a PC and then recopied to the  
camera are saved.  
[EXTMOV]  
[MOV_XXXX.TPD]  
[MOV_XXXX.TPD]  
[MOV_XXXX.TPD]  
[MISC]  
[PRIVATE]  
Contains folders with DPOF setting data.  
Contains management information files of event  
information and/or DVD creation for the files taken  
with the camera.  
* Information such as the date and time of recording, recorded with the video file.  
Extensions  
Video files  
Still image files  
: “.TOD”  
: “.jpg”  
The file extension may not appear depending on the [FOLDER] option setting of Windows®.  
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Troubleshooting  
The camera is a microcomputer-controlled  
device. External noise and interference (from  
a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from  
functioning properly.  
To solve the problem, first follow the  
instructions below.  
If the problem is not solved, reset the  
camera. (below)  
If the problem persists, please consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
The following phenomena are not  
malfunctions.  
8 To reset the camera  
The camera heats up when it is used for a  
long time.  
1) Set the power/mode switch to OFF and  
remove the power supply (battery pack  
or AC adapter) from the camera, then  
reattach it.  
2) Execute [PRESET] from the menu.  
(pg. 70)  
The battery heats up during charging.  
When playing back a video file, the  
image stops momentarily or the sound is  
interrupted at junctions between scenes.  
Trouble  
Action  
Connect the AC adapter securely.  
Detach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly.  
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.  
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16  
No power is supplied.  
If the camera is not operated for 5 minutes while the  
power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve  
power. To turn the camera on again when using the  
battery pack, set the power/mode switch to OFF, then to  
STANDBY/ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any  
operation such as zooming.  
No display appears.  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor or viewfinder.  
When using the viewfinder, the LCD monitor is opened.  
Either close the LCD monitor, or set the [PRIORITY  
SETTING] to [FINDER].  
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Move to a place where no vibration or excessive sound.  
The drop detection function operated. Set the power/  
mode switch to OFF, and to STANDBY/ON again. To turn  
off this function, set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF].  
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The power was turned  
off accidentally.  
Fully charge the battery, and then run it down. If the  
problem persists, the battery is worn out and needs to be  
replaced. Please purchase a new one.  
The displayed amount  
of remaining battery  
power differs from the  
actual operating time.  
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Make sure to use the camera under appropriate operating  
temperatures.  
The battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please  
purchase a new one.  
The power does not  
turn on, or the battery  
operation time is  
extremely short even  
after the battery is  
fully charged.  
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Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely  
high/low temperatures. To protect the battery, it is  
recommended to charge it in places with a temperature  
of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).  
When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does  
not light. Check the remaining battery power.  
The access/charge  
lamp on the camera  
does not light during  
charging.  
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Trouble  
Action  
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor.  
When the LCD monitor’s LED light reaches the end of  
its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark.  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
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Images on the LCD  
monitor appear dark  
or whitish.  
The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology.  
However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green  
or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor.  
These spots are not recorded on the picture. This is not  
due to any defect of the unit.  
Colored bright spots  
appear on the LCD  
monitor.  
(Effective dots: more than 99.99 %)  
Recording medium is full. Delete unnecessary files or  
replace the SD card.  
Select the recording medium properly.  
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Recording cannot be  
performed.  
68, 69  
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject  
illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction.  
Vertical lines appear  
on recorded images.  
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting under direct  
sunlight. This is not a malfunction.  
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The LCD monitor  
becomes red or black  
for an instant.  
Set [DATE/TIME] to [ON].  
During recording, the  
date/time does not  
appear.  
The temperature of the camera is increasing. If the  
camera continues to heat up, recording may be stopped  
to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the  
power, and then wait until the camera cools down.  
During video  
recording, the 7REC  
indicator flashes.  
Certain modes of program AE, effect, OIS, and other  
functions that cannot be used together are selected at  
the same time.  
The LCD monitor  
indications blink.  
Change the settings in [ZOOM].  
Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording  
mode.  
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Digital zoom does not  
work.  
Set focus to the automatic mode.  
Clean the lens and check the focus again.  
26  
79  
The focus is not  
adjusted automatically.  
Wait to become natural color. The camera adjusts the  
white balance automatically but it takes a time.  
Try manual white balance adjustment.  
In bright places, setting “Nightalive” or a slow speed is  
not recommended.  
When the recorded image is too dark, try backlight  
compensation or adjust brightness.  
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The color of the  
image looks strange.  
26, 27  
26  
When the recorded image is too bright, try adjust  
brightness.  
Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone  
(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.  
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White balance setting  
cannot be activated.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop when  
repeatedly making continuous shots, when using certain  
recording media, or under certain recording conditions.  
The continuous  
shooting speed is  
slow.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Trouble  
Action  
Select the recording medium properly.  
To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or  
channel that is appropriate for video playback.  
68, 69  
37  
Playback cannot be  
performed.  
Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone  
(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.  
34  
The black & white  
fader does not work.  
The sound of the hard disk drive may have been  
recorded if the camera was moved suddenly during  
recording. Do not move or shake the camera suddenly  
during recording.  
There is a noise  
during playback.  
The temperature of the camera is increasing. If the  
camera continues to heat up, playback may be stopped  
to protect the recording medium. In this case, turn off the  
power, and then wait until the camera cools down.  
During video  
playback, the U  
indicator flashes.  
Change the settings in [VIDEO/S OUTPUT] so that it  
matches the screen size of the connected TV.  
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Aspect ratio of the  
image is strange  
when watching  
images on your TV.  
Set [HDMI OUTPUT] to [AUTO].  
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When outputting from  
the HDMI connector,  
a part of the TV  
screen appears to be  
shaking.  
Some functions cannot be used when playing back a  
disc that was created with a DVD burner. (E.g.: Slow-  
motion playback, frame-by-frame playback, playback  
effects etc.)  
Some functions  
cannot be used when  
using the camera  
to playback a disc  
created with a DVD  
burner.  
Remove protection from the files and delete them.  
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Files cannot be  
deleted.  
There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or  
more) stored in the recording medium. Copy the stored  
files to other devices, and delete them from the recording  
medium.  
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The data process is  
too slow after the  
power is switched  
on or the mode is  
changed.  
Push the SD card in a few more times.  
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The SD card cannot  
be removed from the  
camera.  
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Trouble  
Action  
Linked operation from an i.LINK connection is not  
supported.  
When connected  
with the i.LINK  
cable, the camera  
does not operate  
even if controls are  
attempted from the  
PC etc.  
Output files recorded in [1440 CBR] quality from the  
i.LINK connection for dubbing.  
— When dubbing, change the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)]  
setting to [1440 CBR].  
— Only playlists that are played back for dubbing can be  
output via i.LINK.  
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44  
Dubbing cannot  
be done in high-  
definition.  
In order to allow high definition dubbing, the [i.LINK  
OUTPUT (DUB)] setting of this camera is set to [1440  
CBR] in the factory. Due to this setting, files other than  
those recorded at 1440 CBR quality are not output. If you  
want to perform dubbing in high definition quality, do not  
include files recorded at a quality other than 1440 CBR in  
the playlist.  
When connected to a device that supports DV input, you  
can output files recorded at other quality settings. Set  
the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)] setting to [DV]. However, the  
quality of the dubbed images will be the standard quality.  
When connecting using an AV/S cable, you can output  
files irrespective of the quality. However, the quality of the  
dubbed images will be the standard quality.  
When dubbing a  
playlist using i.LINK  
output, some videos  
cannot be played  
back.  
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Warning Indications  
Indication  
Meaning/Action  
Displays the remaining battery power.  
High  
Exhausted  
(Battery indicator)  
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery  
indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted,  
power turns off automatically.  
Appears when the date/time is not set.  
17  
16  
The built-in clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is  
discharged, so the previously set date/time is erased.  
Connect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC adapter  
for over 24 hours to charge the clock’s lithium battery. Then  
set the date/time.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on in recording  
mode if the lens cover is closed or when it is dark.  
LENS COVER  
Remove the card once and insert it again. At this time,  
switch the camera’s power on after inserting the SD card. If  
the error is not cancelled, replace the card with one that has  
been guaranteed for correct operation.  
19  
HDD ERROR!  
MEMORY CARD  
ERROR!  
Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media.  
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38  
Appears when you attempt recording when the write/erase  
protection tab on the SD card is set to the “LOCK” position.  
CHECK CARD’S WRITE  
PROTECTION SWITCH  
The video management file is broken. Recovery is required  
to record or play back video files. Move the set lever to ¡/  
¢to select [YES], then press down to recover the video  
management file.  
VIDEO MANAGEMENT  
FILE IS BROKEN.TO  
RECORD/PLAYBACK  
VIDEO, RECOVERY IS  
REQUIRED. RECOVER?  
Appears when the event information cannot be read.  
CAN NOT READ EVENT  
INFORMATION  
The writing speed of recording medium is slow, or the  
recording medium is corrupted. Use an SD card that is  
guaranteed to operate.  
19  
The recording medium was subjected to vibrations or jolts.  
Be careful not to subject the recording medium to vibrations  
or jolts.  
Appears when the recording medium is full and recording  
is not possible. Delete unnecessary files, or replace the SD  
card.  
RECORDING FAILURE  
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Appears when an incompatible USB device is connected to  
the camera.  
Appears when a DVD burner that is switched off is  
connected. If you want to use the DVD burner, switch the  
power on.  
INCOMPATIBLE USB  
DEVICE  
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Indication  
Meaning/Action  
The data may not be recorded on the recording medium  
correctly. Try recording again.  
Otherwise, replace the SD card.  
RECORDING MAY NOT  
BE CORRECT ON THE  
MEMORY CARD  
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To turn the unit on again, set the power/mode switch to  
OFF, and to STANDBY/ON again.  
DROP DETECTION  
WORKED AND THE  
POWER IS TURNED  
OFF  
Cannot record because the number of file management  
folders on either the HDD or SD card has reached the  
maximum number. Backup your files to other media, and  
then perform the following operations to reset the folder  
numbers.  
NUMBER OF FOLDERS  
OVERFLOW  
1) Select and set [FORMAT HDD] (to reset the HDD folder  
numbers) or [FORMAT SD CARD] (to reset the SD card  
folder numbers).  
2) With [EXECUTE] selected, hold down the DIRECT BACK  
UP button and press down the set lever.  
3) When [OK] is displayed, press down the set lever to  
complete the process.  
Cleaning  
Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.  
8 To clean the exterior  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild  
soap and wring it out well before wiping. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.  
8 To clean the LCD monitor  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.  
8 To clean the lens  
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.  
NOTES  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.  
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.  
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Specifications  
8 For video/Audio  
Format  
SD-VIDEO  
Recording/Playback format  
Video: MPEG-2 TS  
Audio: MPEG-1 Layer 2  
Signal format  
1080/60i  
Recording mode (video)  
FHD:VBR, average of 26.6 Mbps  
SP: VBR, average of 19 Mbps  
1440 CBR: CBR, 27 Mbps  
Recording mode (audio)  
48 kHz, 384 kbps  
Camera  
8 For general  
Power supply  
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Approx. 7.1 W (When using the LCD monitor)  
Approx. 6.7 W (When using the viewfinder)  
Approx. 7.7 W (Maximum; when recording)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
91 mm x 77 mm x 186 mm  
(3-5/8" x 3-1/16" x 7-3/8")  
Weight  
Approx. 665 g (1.5 lbs)  
(incl. strap)  
Approx. 750 g (1.7 lbs)  
(incl. battery and strap)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
35% to 80%  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
8 For still image  
Format  
JPEG  
Image size  
4 modes (1920 x 1080 / 1440 x 1080 /  
1024 x 768 / 640 x 480)  
Picture quality  
2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)  
8 For connectors  
HDMI  
HDMI Ver.1.2a output  
Component output  
Y, Pb, Pr component output  
i.LINK output  
4-pin (I.LINK/IEEE1394 compliant)  
Pickup  
1/5" (570,000 pixels) progressive CCD  
Lens  
F 1.8 to 1.9, f = 3.3 mm to 33.0 mm, 10:1  
power zoom lens  
Filter diameter  
ø46.0 mm  
LCD monitor  
2.8" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT  
active matrix system  
Viewfinder  
Electronic viewfinder with 0.57" color LCD  
Speaker  
Monaural  
S output  
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75  
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω  
AV output  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ  
USB  
Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0  
compliant  
Language  
English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/  
Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese  
Microphone  
ø3.5mm stereo mini jack  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
Output  
DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
§
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Dimensions (W x H x D)  
42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm  
(1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8")  
Weight  
Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs)  
(incl. battery)  
Remote Control  
Power supply  
DC 3 V  
Battery life  
Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of  
use)  
Operating distance  
Within 5 m (16.4 ft)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Design and specifications subject to change  
without notice.  
Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video)  
SDHC  
Card  
Recording medium  
HDD  
Quality  
60 GB  
300  
4 GB  
FHD  
SP  
420  
25  
1440 CBR  
300  
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)  
HDD  
SD Card  
1 GB  
Recording medium  
Image size/Quality  
1440 x 1080 / FINE  
60 GB  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
512 MB  
740  
2 GB  
2880  
4540  
5700  
9080  
9999  
9999  
2160  
3440  
4 GB  
5760  
9080  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
4320  
6880  
1440  
2270  
2850  
4540  
7140  
9999  
1080  
1720  
1440 x 1080 / STANDARD  
1024 x 768 / FINE  
1160  
1460  
2320  
3650  
6400  
550  
1024 x 768 / STANDARD  
640 x 480 / FINE  
640 x 480 / STANDARD  
1920 x 1080 / FINE  
1920 x 1080 / STANDARD  
880  
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Cautions  
AC Adapter  
Recording Medium  
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.  
Be sure to follow the guidelines below  
to prevent corruption or damage to your  
recorded data.  
Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or  
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.  
Do not splash the recording medium with water.  
Do not use, replace, or store the recording  
medium in locations that are exposed to strong  
static electricity or electrical noise.  
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.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest  
JVC dealer.  
Do not turn off the camera power or remove  
the battery or AC adapter during shooting,  
playback, or when otherwise accessing the  
recording medium.  
Plug Adapter  
Do not bring the recording medium near objects  
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit  
strong electromagnetic waves.  
Do not store the recording medium in locations  
with high temperature or high humidity.  
Do not touch the metal parts.  
When formatting or erasing data using the  
camera, only the file administration information  
is changed. The data is not completely erased  
from the hard disk. If you want to completely  
erase all of the data, we recommend either  
using commercially available software that  
is specially designed for that purpose, or  
by physically destroying the camera with a  
hammer etc.  
Battery Packs  
The supplied battery  
Terminals  
pack is a lithium-ion  
battery. Before using  
the supplied battery  
pack or an optional  
battery pack, be sure  
to read the following  
cautions:  
LCD Monitor  
To avoid hazards  
... do not burn.  
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT  
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
... place the camera with LCD monitor on the  
bottom.  
To prolong service life  
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
... 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.  
Main Unit  
For safety, DO NOT  
... open the camera’s chassis.  
... disassemble or modify the unit.  
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects  
to enter the unit.  
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camera is not in use.  
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted  
candles, on the apparatus.  
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.  
To prevent damage and prolong service life  
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C  
to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). This is a chemical  
reaction type battery — cooler temperatures  
impede chemical reaction, while warmer  
temperatures can prevent complete charging.  
... 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 time.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when  
not in use, as some machines use current  
even when switched off.  
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Avoid using the unit  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number : GZ-HD7U  
Trade Name : JVC  
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J.  
07470  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
... near a television set.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C  
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or  
32°F) temperatures.  
... in places subject to the air pressure is low  
(more than 3000 m (9870 ft) above the sea  
level).  
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.  
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.  
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.  
... in a closed car in summer.  
... near a heater.  
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the  
unit in high places while a cable is connected  
may result in a malfunction if the cable is  
caught and the unit falls onto the floor.  
To protect the unit, DO NOT  
... allow it to become wet.  
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration  
during transportation.  
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.  
... swing it excessively when using the hand  
strap.  
... swing the soft camera case excessively when  
the camera is inside it.  
How to Handle a CD-ROM  
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror  
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.  
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.  
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.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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Terms  
A
AC Adapter ................................................ 16, 82  
M
Manual Recording ........................................... 24  
Menu Settings ................................................. 67  
Adjust Brightness ............................................ 26  
Aperture Priority .............................................. 25  
AV/S Connection ................................. 37, 51, 71  
N
O
Nightalive ......................................................... 27  
On-Screen Display .......................................... 71  
Operation Sound ............................................. 70  
Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) ......................... 68  
B
C
Backlight Compensation .................................. 27  
Battery Pack ........................................ 16, 18, 82  
Brightness Control (LCD Monitor/Viewfinder) . 70  
P
PC ............................................................. 53, 64  
Picture Quality ........................................... 68, 69  
Playlist ............................................................. 44  
Power-Linked Operation .................................. 12  
Preset .............................................................. 70  
Program AE ..................................................... 24  
Protecting Files ............................................... 38  
Clean-up HDD ................................................. 72  
Clock Adjust .............................................. 17, 69  
Color Bar ......................................................... 29  
Component Connection ............................ 36, 71  
Continuous Shooting ....................................... 69  
Copying (Moving) Still Images . 47, 50, 52, 53, 64  
Copying Video Files ....................... 47, 50, 53, 64  
R
S
Recordable Time/Number of Images ............... 81  
Recording Medium ........................ 23, 68, 69, 82  
Remote Control ................................... 11, 13, 70  
Resetting the Camera ..................................... 74  
Resetting the File Number ............................... 72  
D
Date/Time ........................................................ 70  
Date Display Style ........................................... 69  
Date Index Screen ........................................... 32  
Deleting Files ............................................ 38, 72  
Deleting Playlist ............................................... 46  
Demonstration Mode ....................................... 70  
Display on TV .................................................. 71  
DPOF .............................................................. 42  
Drop Detection ................................................ 70  
DVD Burner ..................................................... 47  
DVD Recorder ................................................. 50  
Scene Counter ................................................ 68  
SD Card .......................................................... 19  
Self-Timer ........................................................ 69  
Sharpness ....................................................... 29  
Shutter Speed ................................................. 25  
Slide Show ...................................................... 31  
Speaker Volume .............................................. 30  
Spot Exposure Control .................................... 27  
Still Image ................................................. 21, 31  
E
F
Effect ......................................................... 29, 34  
Event Registration ..................................... 23, 41  
Event Screen ................................................... 32  
External Microphone ................................. 13, 68  
T
Tally Lamp ................................................. 13, 70  
Tele Macro ....................................................... 29  
Tripod Mounting ............................................... 18  
TV .................................................................... 36  
File Information ................................................ 40  
Focus ............................................................... 26  
Focus Assist .............................................. 26, 70  
Formatting a Recording Medium ..................... 72  
V
VCR ................................................................. 50  
Video ......................................................... 20, 30  
Viewfinder .................................................. 22, 71  
G
H
I
Gain ................................................................. 69  
Gain Up ........................................................... 68  
W
Z
White Balance ................................................. 28  
Wind Cut ......................................................... 68  
Wipe or Fader Effects ...................................... 35  
Hard Disk ........................................................ 82  
HDMI Connection ...................................... 36, 71  
i.LINK Connection ..................................... 50, 71  
Image Rotation ................................................ 31  
Image Size ...................................................... 69  
Zebra ............................................................... 29  
Zooming .................................................... 22, 68  
L
Language Setting ...................................... 17, 69  
LCD Monitor ........................................ 12, 14, 82  
Lens Cover ...................................................... 18  
Printed in Japan  
0607FOH-AL-VP  
US  
© 2007 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  

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