JVC Camcorder UGZ HM400 User Manual

EN  
INSTRUCTIONS  
HD MEMORY CAMERA  
U
GZ-HM400  
Dear Customers  
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder.  
Before use, please read the safety  
information and precautions contained in  
pages 2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this  
product.  
For Future Reference:  
Enter the Model No. (located on the  
bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No.  
(located on the battery pack mount of the  
camcorder) below.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
Read these INSTRUCTIONS to  
enjoy your CAMCORDER.  
For more details on the  
operations, refer to the  
Advanced INSTRUCTIONS in  
the supplied CD-ROM.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
Remember that this camcorder is intended for  
private consumer use only.  
Any commercial use without proper permission  
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such  
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal  
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you  
obtain permission beforehand.)  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such  
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the  
manufacturer.  
10.Use only with the cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by  
the manufacturer, or  
Trademarks  
“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks  
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol  
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
x.v.Color™ is a trademark of  
Sony Corporation.  
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI  
Licensing, LLC.  
Windows® is either registered  
trademark or trademark of  
sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used,  
Microsoft Corporation in the  
United States and/or other countries.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Inc.  
iTunes, iMovie, iPhoto are trademarks of Apple  
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks  
and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.  
Other product and company names included in  
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or  
registered trademarks of their respective holders.  
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.  
If this symbol is shown, it is only valid  
in the European Union.  
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Easy Start Guide  
Charge the battery before recording  
Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack.  
Access lamp  
blinks: Accessing files  
Power/charge lamp  
blinks: Charging  
goes out: Charging finished  
Do not remove the AC adapter,  
the battery pack or the SD  
card when the access lamp is  
blinking.  
The battery pack is not  
charged at the time of  
purchase.  
Battery Pack  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
CAUTION  
Fire or injury may result if batteries NOT approved by JVC are used. Only use the  
batteries specified on page 41.  
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Select the city closest to  
the area where you use  
the camcorder  
Date/Time Setting  
T
Open the LCD monitor to  
Q turn on the camcorder  
Power button  
LCD monitor  
Select [ON] if daylight  
saving time is observed  
U
V
Select [YES] within  
R 10 seconds  
Slide your finger up and down on the  
sensor. Then touch OK.  
Set the date and time  
Touch sensor: Sets the date and time  
: Moves the cursor to the right  
OK: Clock starts  
&
When the message disappears, press the  
power button for at least 2 seconds to turn  
off the power, and then press it again for at  
least 2 seconds.  
Touch the sensors with your finger. The  
sensors do not function if you touch them  
with your finger nail or with gloves on.  
Select [CLOCK SETTING]  
S
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Video recording  
CAUTION  
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial  
recording.  
Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode  
Q
Select recording mode (REC)  
R
The mode changes when  
you press the button.  
The auto recording  
indicator appears.  
Start recording  
S
Remaining space on  
the recording media  
Record-standby  
Video Quality  
Press the START/STOP  
button to start recording,  
and press it again to stop.  
Recording  
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Playing back  
Select playback mode (PLAY)  
Q
The mode changes when  
you press the button.  
Select the desired file  
R
S
Index screen  
Select  
(Touch OK)  
F
Playback screen  
To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 22)  
To view files on TV (Z p. 24)  
CAUTION  
Do not forget to make copies after recording!  
To copy files onto discs (Z p. 26)  
To dub files to a VCR/DVD recorder (Z p. 28)  
To edit files on your computer (Z p. 29)  
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Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable... 11  
Viewing Files on TV .................................... 24  
Playback Operation ...................................... 25  
Index ............................................................ 12  
Copying Files.............................................. 26  
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder........ 28  
Grip Adjustment............................................ 17  
Using an SD Card......................................... 18  
Uploading Files to Websites...................... 35  
Uploading Files............................................. 35  
Cautions ...................................................... 42  
Terms........................................................... 44  
Playing Back Files...................................... 22  
Video Playback ............................................ 22  
Still Image Playback ..................................... 23  
Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER.  
For more details on the operations, refer to the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS in the  
supplied CD-ROM.  
In order to view the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS, Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or  
Adobe® Reader® must be installed.  
Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from Adobe’s web site:  
NOTE  
Select your desired language with a single click.  
The model name is indicated on the bottom of your camcorder.  
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How to use the Touch  
Sensor  
After the menu is displayed on the LCD  
monitor:  
Read This First!  
Make a backup of important recorded data  
It is recommended to copy your important  
recorded data to a DVD or other recording  
media for storage. JVC will not be responsible  
for any lost data.  
Make a trial recording  
Before the actual recording of important data,  
make a trial recording and play back the  
recorded data to check that the video and  
sound have been recorded correctly.  
Reset the camcorder if it does not operate  
correctly  
Close the LCD monitor and remove the power  
supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the  
camcorder, then reattach it.  
QSlide your finger up and down on the  
sensor.  
RSelect [SET]. (Touch OK.)  
Precautions on handling batteries  
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/  
VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This product  
includes patented and other proprietary  
technology and is made to be used with the  
JVC battery and not with other batteries.  
JVC cannot guarantee safety or  
performance of this product when it is  
operated by other batteries.  
If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic  
discharge, turn off the power before using it  
again.  
A
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the  
camcorder immediately and contact  
To select an on-screen button appearing on  
the left side, touch the portion of the sensor  
next to the on-screen button.  
Recorded data may be erased while the  
B
To select an on-screen button appearing at  
the bottom of the screen, touch the buttons  
underneath them.  
camcorder is being repaired or inspected.  
Back up all data before requesting repairs or  
inspections.  
Because camcorders may be used  
for demonstration in a shop, the  
demonstration mode is set to on by default  
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set  
[DEMO MODE] to [OFF].  
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GETTING STARTED  
Accessories  
Shoe Adapter  
An optional microphone or light can be  
attached to the shoe adapter.  
AP-V21U  
AC Adapter  
BN-VF815U  
Battery Pack  
Slide the shoe cover  
in the direction of the  
arrow to reveal the shoe  
adapter mounting socket.  
Component Cable  
AV Cable  
Mount the accessory  
shoe adapter.  
LY37115-001A  
USB Cable  
Shoe Adapter  
Fasten the shoe adapter  
to the shoe adapter  
mounting socket by  
turning the screw in the  
direction of the arrow.  
RM-V751U  
CR2025  
Remote Control  
Lithium Battery  
Pre-installed in the  
remote control.  
Insert a microphone, etc.  
from behind the shoe  
adapter.  
CD-ROM  
Core Filter  
NOTE  
Do not try to attach a microphone, etc. to the  
shoe adapter forcibly.  
NOTE  
Make sure to use the provided cables for  
connections. Do not use any other cables.  
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Preparing the Remote Control  
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB  
Cable  
A battery is included inside the remote control  
at the time of purchase.  
Remove the insulation sheet before use.  
The core filter reduces interference caused  
when connecting to other devices. Connect  
the end of the cable with the core filter to the  
camcorder.  
Beam Effective Area  
Remote Sensor  
Release the stopper.  
Effective distance:  
Max. 4 m (13.16 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.  
3 cm (1-3/16")  
To Reinsert the Battery  
To be connected to  
the camcorder  
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the lock  
tab.  
Lock Tab  
Lithium Battery  
(CR2025)  
Wind once.  
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Index  
NOTE  
Be careful not to cover 2, 3, 5, and C  
during shooting.  
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.  
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Camcorder  
Remote Control  
! Power Button  
# SD Card Slot  
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window  
R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons (Zoom in/Out)  
S Up Button  
T Skip Backward Button  
U Left Button  
$ OPEN knob (Z p. 18)  
% Speaker  
& PLAY/REC Button (Z p. 19, 20, 22, 23)  
( SNAPSHOT Button (Z p. 20)  
) Touch Sensor  
V Back Button  
W PLAYLIST Button  
X START/STOP Button  
Y S.SHOT(SNAPSHOT) Button  
Z INFO Button  
a Skip Forward Button  
b PLAY/PAUSE/SET Button  
c Right Button  
* OK Button  
+ MENU Button (Z p. 36)  
, USB Connector (Z p. 26, 30)  
- Mode Switch [!, #]  
. EXPORT Button (Z p. 34)  
/ DIRECT DISC Button (Z p. 27)  
INFO Button (Z p. 21)  
d Next Button  
0 DISPLAY Button (Z p. 15)  
1 UPLOAD Button (Z p. 35)  
TITLE Button  
e Down Button  
f INDEX Button*  
g DISP Button  
2 Lens  
3 Flash (Z p. 21)  
4 Shoe Adapter Mounting Socket (Z p. 10)  
5 Remote Sensor  
6 Zoom Lever (Z p. 21)  
Speaker Volume Control  
7 Aperture Priority Setting Button [A]  
8 Shutter Speed Button [S]  
9 USER Button [U]  
* Each time you press INDEX, the screen  
switches as shown below:  
! mode:  
Index Screen « Group Index Screen  
# mode:  
Index Screen « Date Index Screen  
Tripod Mounting  
: Adjustment dial/SET Button  
; FOCUS/BRIGHT Switch  
< HDMI Mini Connector (Z p. 24)  
= Component Connector (Z p. 24)  
Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod  
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,  
and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to  
mount it to the tripod.  
>
(headphones) Connector  
? DC Connector  
@ START/STOP Button (Z p. 19)  
A AV Connector (Z p. 25, 28)  
B MIC (microphone) Connector  
C Stereo Microphone  
D Battery Release Button (Z p. 16)  
E Tripod Mounting Socket  
NOTE  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel  
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious  
damage to the camcorder.  
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Indications on LCD Monitor  
During both Video and Still Image  
Recording  
During Video Recording Only  
DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM  
! Mode Indicator  
# High Speed Recording Indicator  
$ Upload Mode Indicator (Z p. 35)  
% Counter  
& Export Mode Indicator (Z p. 34)  
( Video Quality  
! Selected Recording Mode Indicator  
(Z p. 19, 20)  
: Auto Mode  
@
3: Manual Mode  
# Scene Select Indicator  
) Remaining Time  
$ Effect Mode Indicator  
*
REC: (Appears during recording.)  
M
% White Balance Indicator  
& Tele Macro Mode Indicator  
( Zoom Indicator (Z p. 21)  
) Recording Medium Indicator  
* Focus Assist Indicator  
+ Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) Indicator  
, Monitor Backlight Indicator  
- Battery Indicator  
: (Appears during record-standby mode.)  
MQ  
+ Continuous Shooting Indicator  
, Shooting Indicator (Z p. 19)  
- Wind Cut Indicator  
. Microphone Input Level Indicator  
/ Event Indicator  
0 Sharpness Indicator  
1 x.v.Color™  
. Date/Time (Z p. 16)  
/ Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
0 Aperture Value (F-number)  
1 Backlight Compensation Indicator  
: Face Detection indicator  
During Still Image Recording Only  
2 Brightness Control Indicator  
.: Photometry Area Control Indicator  
3 Shutter Speed  
! Mode Indicator  
# ISO Sensitivity Indicator (When [GAIN] is  
set to [AUTO], there is no indication.)  
$ Flash Indicator (Z p. 21)  
% Focus Indicator (Z p. 20)  
& Image Size  
STD  
( Image Quality: FINE (fine) or  
(standard)  
) Remaining Number of Shots  
* Shooting Indicator (Z p. 20)  
+ Continuous Shooting Indicator  
: Bracketing Indicator  
, Self-Timer Indicator  
J
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During Video Playback  
During Still Image Playback  
8
DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM  
DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM  
! Mode Indicator  
! Mode Indicator  
# Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 20)  
$ Folder/File Number  
% Slide Show Playback Indicator  
& Recording Medium Indicator  
( Battery Indicator  
# High Speed Recording Indicator  
$ Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when  
playing back a playlist.)  
% Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 19)  
: Digest Playback Indicator  
& Video Quality  
) Date/Time (Z p. 16)  
( Counter  
) Playback Mode  
* Face Detection Zoom Indicator  
+ Output with 1080p  
Playback  
Pause  
Forward Search  
Reverse Search  
Forward Slow-Motion  
Reverse Slow-Motion  
:
:
:
:
F
Q
K
J
Switching indication modes on LCD  
monitor  
Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications  
on LCD monitor switch as shown below:  
:
:
QF  
PQ  
In recording mode:  
(The number on the left shows speed.)  
All indications/Indications for selected  
functions  
In playback mode:  
All indications/Only date and time/No  
indications  
* Recording Medium Indicator  
+ Battery Indicator  
, Date/Time (Z p. 16)  
- Volume Level Indicator  
. Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator  
/ x.v.Color™  
0 Output with 1080p  
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Necessary Settings before Use  
NOTE  
Charging the Battery Pack  
You can also use the camcorder with just the  
AC adapter.  
The actual recording time may shorten  
depending on the recording environment,  
such as when recording scenes with fast  
moving subject.  
Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter  
plug and cable. This may damage the AC  
adapter.  
1 Close the LCD monitor to turn off the  
camcorder.  
2 Attach the battery pack, then connect  
the AC adapter.  
Date/Time Setting  
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
2 Touch MENU.  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].  
The power/charge lamp blinks to  
indicate charging has started.  
When the lamp goes out, charging is  
finished.  
4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST].  
5 Select [CLOCK SETTING].  
Recording  
Battery pack Charging time  
time  
BN-VF808U  
1 h 50 m  
2 h 40 m  
3 h 40 m  
1 h 10 m  
2 h 25 m  
3 h 40 m  
BN-VF815U  
(Provided)  
BN-VF823U  
To check the remaining battery power  
See page 21.  
To detach the battery pack  
6 Select the city closest to the area  
where you use the camcorder.  
Selected area is highlighted  
Principal city of the  
selected area  
Time difference to  
GMT  
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7 Select [ON] if daylight saving time is  
Language Setting  
observed.  
The language on the display can be changed.  
1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
2 Touch MENU.  
8 Set the date and time.  
3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].  
Change the setting by using the touch  
sensor and select [ ] to set.  
&
4 Select [LANGUAGE].  
9 Select [SAVE].  
To reset the setting, select [CANCEL].  
Setting the clock to local time when  
traveling  
After performing steps 1-4 (Z p. 16)  
5 Select [AREA SETTING].  
5 Select the desired language.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
Grip Adjustment  
6 Select the city closest to the area you  
are traveling.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
.
@
NOTE  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
Fasten the strap when you grip the  
camcorder.  
When carrying the camcorder, please be  
careful not to drop it.  
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Other Settings  
3 Close the SD card cover.  
Using an SD Card  
The camcorder is programmed to record on  
the built-in memory when it is shipped from the  
factory.You can change the recording medium  
to an SD card.  
Operations are confirmed on the following  
SD cards.  
- Panasonic  
To remove an SD card  
Push the SD card once.  
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.  
- TOSHIBA  
- SanDisk  
- ATP  
Video recording:  
Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
Still image recording:  
SD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
NOTE  
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.  
Operations are not guaranteed if any other  
SD card than the mentioned above is used.  
If other media are used, they may fail to  
record data correctly, or they may lose data  
that had already been recorded.  
MultiMediaCards are not supported.  
Video data may not be recorded onto the  
SD cards on which video data have already  
been recorded using the devices from other  
manufacturers.  
Change the recording medium  
Set [MEDIA SETTINGS]  
[REC MEDIA  
&
FOR VIDEO] and [REC MEDIA FOR  
IMAGE] to [SD CARD].  
It is recommended to use Class 6 when  
recording video in UXP mode.  
NOTE  
No SD card is supplied with your camcorder.  
Format an SD card when using it for the  
first time  
Insert an SD card  
Preparation:  
Press the < (Power) button for more than  
2 seconds to turn off the camcorder.  
Select [MEDIA SETTINGS]  
[FORMAT  
&
SD CARD] to format the card.  
1 Slide the OPEN knob to open the SD  
card cover.  
2 Firmly insert the card with its clipped  
edge first.  
OPEN Knob  
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RECORDING/PLAYBACK  
Recording Files  
Video Recording  
Slide the mode switch to select  
! (video) mode.  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
recording mode.  
SNAPSHOT  
Press START/STOP to start  
recording.  
Approximate remaining  
time for recording  
You can also start/stop recording by  
selecting [REC] on the LCD monitor.  
(On-screen recording control)  
NOTE  
To stop recording  
Press START/STOP again.  
The video recording mode is automatically  
selected when you turn off the camcorder  
and then turn on again.  
To view the last recorded scene  
Select while recording is paused.  
A
If the camcorder is not operated for 5  
minutes while the power is on, it turns itself  
off automatically to conserve power.  
Selecting $ during playback deletes that  
scene.  
To record a still image during video  
recording  
Press SNAPSHOT.  
To change the video quality  
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY].  
To change the manual recording mode  
Select [A/M] twice.  
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Recording Files (Continued)  
Still Image Recording  
Slide the mode switch to select  
# (still image) mode.  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
recording mode.  
Press and hold SNAPSHOT  
halfway.  
The ? indicator becomes green when  
the captured image is focused.  
Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a  
still image.  
To view the last recorded image  
Select  
after shooting.  
A
Selecting $ during playback deletes that  
image.  
To change the image quality  
Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY].  
To change the image size  
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE].  
NOTE  
To record still images continuously  
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in  
[SHUTTER MODE].  
If the camcorder is not operated for 5  
minutes while the power is on, it turns itself  
off automatically to conserve power.  
The sides of still images recorded in 16:9  
size may be cut off when printed. Check  
whether 16:9 size prints can be printed at  
your local print store.  
To change the manual recording mode  
Select [A/M] twice.  
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NOTE  
Zooming  
The flash does not work during [CONTINUOUS  
SHOOTING] and [BRACKETING].  
The flash does not work with the following  
SCENE SELECT settings.  
[LANDSCAPE] [TWILIGHT] [NIGHT] [SNOW]  
[BEACH] [FIREWORKS] [SUNSET]  
It is recommended shoot distance within 2 m  
(6.6 ft).  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Zoom in  
Zoom out  
Checking the Remaining Space on  
the Recording Media  
T: Telephoto  
W: Wide angle  
You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or  
[T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen zoom control)  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Zoom ratio (factory-preset)  
Select the recording mode.  
! mode  
[10X/OPTICAL]  
# mode  
[10X/OPTICAL]  
Press INFO.  
Selected recording medium only  
To change the maximum zoom ratio  
(! mode only)  
Change the settings in [ZOOM].  
NOTE  
The maximum recording time is displayed for  
each video quality mode.  
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.  
5 cm (2") to the subject when the zoom lever is  
set all the way to W.  
To change the video quality  
1) Select the video quality.  
2) Select [SET].  
Flash  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
Preparation:  
Select # mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Checking the Remaining Battery  
Power  
1 Touch MENU.  
2 Select [FLASH].  
! mode:  
Press INFO and then select  
.
;
3 Select the desired setting.  
# mode:  
Disables this function.  
Press INFO.  
1 OFF  
The flash fires automatically.  
AUTO  
The flash fires automatically  
but reduces the red-eye  
phenomenon of the subject’s  
eyes.  
AUTO  
RED-EYE  
The flash fires regardless of the  
shooting condition.  
( ON  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT] or press INFO.  
The flash fires. The shutter  
speed becomes slower, so  
that background can also be  
brightened.  
SLOW  
SYNCHRO  
NOTE  
The recordable time display should only be used  
as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units.  
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Playing Back Files  
Video Playback  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
playback mode.  
Slide the mode switch to select !  
(video) mode.  
The index screen appears.  
Select the desired file.  
To move to the previous or next page  
Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second.  
Operations during Video Playback —  
On-screen buttons  
To play back a few seconds from the  
beginning of each video  
Return to the first scene of the file  
Go to the first scene of the next file  
Return to the index screen  
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N
O
L
J
E
Touch [  
].  
Reverse search (during playback)  
Frame-by-frame playback in reverse  
NOTE  
direction (during pause)*  
In some cases, parts of video other than the  
beginning may be played back.  
Some video may not be played back at all.  
Playback  
:
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F
Q
K
G
Pause  
Forward search (during playback)  
To delete a video  
Frame-by-frame playback in forward  
Select $ when playback is stopped.  
To change the number of thumbnails  
(6 thumbnails/12 thumbnails)  
direction (during pause)*  
* Slow playback starts when you keep touching  
the sensor button under  
/
for a while.  
E G  
Move the zoom lever to [W].  
Speaker volume  
To zoom in the video during pause  
(Remote Control Only)  
Press T on the remote control.  
+ : Turn up the volume  
Press ¡, ¢, £, ¤ on the remote control to  
move the zoom area.  
Press and hold W on the remote control to  
cancel zoom in.  
: Turn down the volume  
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Still Image Playback  
Press PLAY/REC to select the  
playback mode.  
Slide the mode switch to select #  
(still image) mode.  
The index screen appears.  
Select the desired file.  
To move to the previous or next page  
Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second.  
Operations during Still Image Playback  
— On-screen buttons  
To delete a still image  
Select $.  
Play the slide show in reverse direction  
Play the slide show in forward direction  
Return to the index screen  
Display the previous file  
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:
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P
F
L
N
F
Q
O
To change the number of thumbnails  
(6 thumbnails/12 thumbnails)  
Move the zoom lever to [W].  
Start the slide show  
To zoom in the image during playback  
(Remote Control Only)  
Press T on the remote control.  
End the slide show  
Display the next file  
Rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise  
(during playback)  
:
Press ¡, ¢, £, ¤ on the remote control to  
move the zoom area.  
Press and hold W on the remote control to  
cancel zoom in.  
Rotate 90 degrees clockwise (during  
playback)  
:
NOTE  
The playback zoom does not function while  
slide show.  
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USING WITH TV  
Viewing Files on TV  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
high-definition or NTSC-type color television  
signals. It cannot be used with a television of a  
different standard.  
NOTE  
When connecting to the HDMI cable, the  
image or sound may not appear on the TV  
properly depending on the TV connected.  
In such cases, perform the following  
operations.  
Connection with TV  
1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and  
connect it again.  
2) Turn off and on the camcorder again.  
You can output videos from the HDMI  
connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV  
connector. Select the connector that best suits  
your television.  
To connect using the COMPONENT  
connector  
Preparation:  
Turn off all units.  
AV Connector  
To connect using the HDMI mini  
connector  
COMPONENT Connector  
We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI  
cable (High Speed cable).  
HDMI Mini Connector  
DC Connector  
Component  
AC Adapter  
Cable  
To AC Outlet  
DC Connector  
AC Adapter  
AV Cable  
HDMI Cable (optional)  
(Mini to full-sized HDMI cable)  
To AC Outlet  
COMPONENT  
Input Connector  
Audio L/R Input  
Connector  
Video Connector  
is not in use.  
HDMI Connector  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [COMPONENT  
OUTPUT] according to the connection.  
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To connect using the AV connector  
Playback Operation  
AV Connector  
After the connection with TV is completed  
1 Turn on the camcorder and the TV.  
2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
3 (Only when connecting the camcorder to  
the VCR/DVD recorder)  
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and  
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
DC Connector  
AC Adapter  
4 Start playback on the camcorder.  
(Z p. 22, 23)  
To display camcorder’s on-screen  
display on TV  
To AC Outlet  
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON].  
AV Cable  
NOTE  
When the video was recorded with x.v.Color™  
set to [ON], change the x.v.Color™ setting on  
TV. For details, refer to the TV’s instruction  
manual.  
AV Input Connector  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [VIDEO OUTPUT] to  
suit the screen size of your television.  
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COPYING  
Copying Files  
Types of Copying and Connectable Device  
Using a BD/DVD Burner  
The Camcorder  
You can copy files between the  
built-in memory and the SD card  
with this camcorder alone.  
The files in the camcorder can be backed up to  
a disc using a BD/DVD burner.  
Use one of the following methods to view  
the disc. (If you try to play back the disc with  
incompatible player, the disc may not be  
ejected.)  
DVD Burner  
CU-VD50/CU-VD3  
You can copy files recorded on  
this camcorder onto discs.  
- Playing back the disc in the BD/DVD burner  
using the camcorder.  
- Playing back the disc using a BD/DVD  
burner.*  
- Playing back the disc on a PC.*  
- Playing back the disc using a BD/DVD player  
that supports BD-MV and AVCHD.*  
* The DVD must first be finalized using the  
camcorder’s menu.  
BD Burner  
LaCie Model No. 301828  
LG Model No.BE06LU10  
You can copy files recorded on  
this camcorder onto discs.  
Only the BD/DVD created from the  
USB External Hard Disk Drive  
You can copy files recorded  
on this camcorder onto a USB  
external hard disk drive.  
camcorder can be played by operating the  
BD/DVD burner while connected to the  
Camcorder.  
When connecting the DVD burner CU-VD50  
to a TV, you can play back the created disc  
without using the camcorder. When playing  
back disconnect the USB cable.  
PC  
You can copy files from the  
camcorder to a disc using a PC.  
Connection with a BD/DVD Burner  
Preparation:  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the  
BD/DVD burner.  
You can dub video recorded on  
this camcorder onto VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
USB Connector  
DC Connector  
NOTE  
It is recommended to use the JVC DVD  
burner CU-VD50 or CU-VD3. If you use  
CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time  
may take approx. 2 times longer than the  
time that is described in the instruction  
manual of DVD burner.  
Recommended USB external hard disk drive  
Seagate  
LaCie  
FreeAgent™ Desk series  
Design by Neil Poulton series  
AC Adapter  
USB external hard disk drive with the capacity  
over 2 TB cannot be used.  
USB Cable  
BD/DVD Burner  
To AC Outlet  
USB Connector  
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NOTE  
4 Select [YES] or [NO].  
Refer also to the BD/DVD burner’s instruction  
manual.  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or  
by playlist.  
When connecting to a DVD burner, use the USB  
cable that came with the DVD burner.  
When connecting to a BD burner, use a  
USB cable with Mini-A(Male) to B(Male)  
connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is  
recommended. Refer to page 35 for information  
on contacting JVC.  
5 Select [EXECUTE].  
The files are copied on the disc. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
Backup All Files  
Preparation:  
To cancel copying, select [STOP].  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select built-in memory or SD card to copy  
from.  
Copying Video Files that Have Never  
Been Copied  
Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD  
burner.  
When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE  
REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type.  
Files that have never been copied to the discs  
are automatically selected and copied.  
1 Select [CREATE FROM ALL] (!  
mode) or [SAVE ALL] (# mode).  
1 Press the < (Power) button for  
more than 2 seconds to turn on the  
camcorder.  
2 Press DIRECT DISC.  
2 Select the desired setting.  
3 Select [YES] or [NO].  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date or  
by playlist.  
! mode: [ALL SCENES]  
# mode: [ALL IMAGES]  
All files in the recording medium are copied.  
! mode: [UNSAVED SCENES]  
# mode: [UNSAVED IMAGES]  
Files that have never been copied are  
automatically selected and copied.  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
3 Select [EXECUTE].  
The files are copied on the disc. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
To cancel the disc creation, select  
[CANCEL].  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
1 Press the < (Power) button for  
more than 2 seconds to turn on the  
camcorder.  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [QUIT].  
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].  
NOTE  
2 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
This method can be used to copy video files to  
discs in a computer connected to the camcorder.  
input mode.  
Check that the images from the camcorder  
are input correctly to the VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder  
Preparation:  
3 Play back playlists on the camcorder.  
Create a playlist.  
Turn off all units.  
1) Touch MENU.  
2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK].  
3) Select the desired playlist.  
4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is  
displayed for 5 seconds at the beginning  
and the end of the footage.)  
To connect using the AV connectors  
(analog dubbing)  
AV Connector  
4 At the point you want to start  
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/  
DVD recorder.  
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s  
instruction manual.  
To stop dubbing  
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder.  
DC Connector  
AC Adapter  
To hide the date or icons on the screen  
Change the settings in [DISPLAY ON TV]  
before dubbing.  
Switching indication modes on LCD  
monitor  
Each time you touch DISPLAY, indications  
on LCD monitor switch as shown below:  
AV Cable  
In recording mode:  
To AC Outlet  
All indications/Indications for selected  
functions  
In playback mode:  
All indications/Only date and time/No  
indications  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
AV Connector  
(Input)  
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PC OPERATION  
Creating a Disc Using a PC  
You can copy the data from the camcorder and  
1 Click [Easy Installation].  
create a disc using a PC.  
Installing the software to the PC  
Q
System Requirements  
Windows Vista  
OS: Windows Vista®  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Home Basic (SP1)  
Home Premium (SP1)  
(32-bit, pre-installed)  
2 Click [Next].  
CPU: Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or higher  
(Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or higher  
recommended.)  
RAM: At least 2 GB  
Windows XP  
OS: Windows® XP  
Home Edition (SP2/SP3)  
Professional (SP2/SP3)  
(pre-installed)  
3 Click [Finish].  
CPU: Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or higher  
(Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or higher  
recommended.)  
RAM: At least 1 GB  
Everio MediaBrowser icons are created on  
the desktop.  
To check the PC specification  
Right-click on [Computer] (or [My  
Computer]) in the [Start] menu and select  
[Properties].  
NOTE  
Make sure your PC has a recordable BD/  
DVD drive.  
If your system does not meet the  
requirements, it is recommended to copy  
Everio MediaBrowser Player is a software  
that plays AVCHD discs on the PC.  
(DVD discs cannot be played.)  
files using a BD/DVD burner. (Z p. 26)  
To see the Instruction Guide for Everio  
MediaBrowser  
Preparation:  
Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.  
In Windows Vista, the auto play dialog box  
appears.  
1) Double-click the icon of Everio  
MediaBrowser.  
2) Click [Help], and click [MediaBrowser Help].  
Click  
Click  
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Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued)  
Making Backup on the PC  
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3 Click [All volume in camcorder] and  
click [Next].  
Preparation:  
Install the software to the PC.  
Make sure that enough free space is left in  
the PC’s HDD.  
Press the < (Power) button for more than  
2 seconds to turn off the camcorder.  
USB Connector  
4 Click [Start].  
Power button  
USB Cable  
Backup starts.  
To disconnect the camcorder from the  
PC  
1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove  
Hardware) on the task bar and select  
[Safely remove USB Mass Storage  
Device].  
2) Follow the on-screen instructions and  
make sure that the device can be safely  
removed.  
3) Disconnect the USB cable and close the  
LCD monitor.  
USB Connector  
1 Press the < (Power) button for  
more than 2 seconds to turn on the  
camcorder.  
NOTE  
It takes time to back up many videos.  
2 Select [BACK UP].  
Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC.  
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Making User Lists to Arrange the  
Files  
S
5 Click the recording date.  
You can make a user list of a certain subject  
(such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files  
related to the subject into the user list.  
Preparation:  
Make backup on the PC.  
The files recorded on the day are displayed.  
1 Double-click the icon to open the  
calendar.  
6 Drag and drop the file into the user  
list.  
2 Select [Movies only].  
To add other files into the user list, repeat  
steps 5 and 6.  
3 Click [+].  
4 Input the name of the new user list  
and click [OK].  
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Copying Files to a disc  
T
4 Drag and drop the file, into the part at  
the bottom and click [Next].  
Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats.  
Select the one that suits your purpose.  
DVD-Video  
disc:  
Suitable if you will give the disc  
to your friends and relatives.  
AVCHD disc: Suitable for high quality video.  
BD:  
Suitable for high quality video  
with long recording time.  
5 Input the disc name, select the top  
1 Select the user list and click [Create  
menu style and click [Next].  
Disc].  
6 Click [Start].  
2 Select the disc type and click [Next].  
NOTE  
3 Click [Select files individually] and  
When copying video recorded in UXP  
click [Next].  
recording mode to create an AVCHD disc,  
the video needs to be converted to XP  
recording mode before copying. Therefore,  
it may take longer time than copying video  
recorded in other modes.  
To add all the files onto discs, click [Select  
all files displayed], then go to step 5.  
Use Everio MediaBrowser Player to play  
back the disc. Refer to the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software to  
operate.  
For detail on operating Everio MediaBrowser,  
click [Help] and refer to [MediaBrowser Help].  
Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read  
[MediaBrowser Help]. Adobe® Reader® can  
be downloaded from Adobe’s web site:  
For assistance in operating the provided  
software, refer to the support information.  
(Z p. 35)  
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Folder Structure and Extensions  
EVERIO_MEM  
EVERIO_SD  
X = number  
Contains the still image folders.  
[DCIM]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
[DCIM]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
Video files with defective  
management information are  
saved.  
[EXTMOV]  
[DEM_XXXX.MTS]  
[MOV_XXXX.MTS]  
[EXTMOV]  
[DEM_XXXX.MTS]  
[MOV_XXXX.MTS]  
[PRIVATE]  
Contains management information  
files of event and/or disc creation  
information for the files taken with  
the camcorder.  
[PRIVATE]  
[AVCHD]  
[BDMV]  
[STREAM]  
[XXXXX.MTS]  
[JVC]  
[AVCHD]  
[BDMV]  
[STREAM]  
[XXXXX.MTS]  
Video file in AVCHD format  
[BACKUP]  
[BACKUP]  
[CLIPINF]  
[CLIPINF]  
[PLAYLIST]  
[INDEX.BDM]  
[MOVIEOBJ.BDM]  
[PLAYLIST]  
[INDEX.BDM]  
[MOVIEOBJ.BDM]  
For Macintosh users  
To copy files to a computer  
1) Connect the camcorder to the computer with the USB cable.  
2) Select [PLAYBACK ON PC].  
3) Click [EVERIO_MEM/EVERIO_SD] displayed on the computer screen.  
4) Click  
.
Search the files you want referring the folder structure above.  
5) Copy files to any folder on the PC (such as the desktop).  
Click  
Copy  
(The screen is the image of Mac OS X.)  
To edit files  
Use the software compatible with AVCHD/JPEG.  
NOTE  
Do not move or delete the folders and the files in the camcorder.  
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Using with a Portable Media Player  
Turning on the Export Mode  
To cancel the export setting  
Select the file and select [  
] again.  
You can easily transfer videos recorded in  
export mode to iTunes®. All the files with the  
export setting turned on are transferred to PC.  
For details on transferring, refer to the help of  
Everio MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM.  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [DONE].  
2) Select [YES].  
To confirm the export setting  
Press EXPORT on the index screen.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Transferring the Files to PC  
Press EXPORT twice.  
Preparation:  
Install iTunes® on a PC.  
1 Connect the camcorder to the PC  
with the USB cable.  
2 Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY].  
To turn off the export mode  
Press EXPORT twice.  
Making the Export Setting  
You can set the recorded videos to be  
exported to iTunes®.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
1 Press EXPORT.  
All the files with the export setting turned  
on are transferred to PC.  
If you cannot export the file to iTunes®  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,  
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for  
Latest Product Info] in the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.  
2 Select the file and select [  
].  
To check the content of the file, select  
[CHECK].  
3 Select [DONE].  
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Uploading Files to Websites  
Turning on the Upload Mode  
Uploading Files  
You can upload the file to video sharing  
websites (YouTube™) easily after recording.  
For details on uploading files, refer to the help  
of Everio MediaBrowser in the CD-ROM.  
Preparation:  
1 Connect the camcorder to the PC  
Select ! mode.  
with the USB cable.  
Select the recording mode.  
2 Select [UPLOAD].  
Press UPLOAD twice.  
If you record a file with the upload mode  
set on, the recording stops automatically  
10 minutes after the recording is started.  
The remaining time is displayed on the LCD  
monitor.  
If you cannot upload the file to  
YouTube™  
You need your YouTube™ account to  
upload files to YouTube™. Create your  
account.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,  
NOTE  
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for  
Latest Product Info] in the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.  
The upload mode turns off each time recording  
is finished.  
Customer Support Information  
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.  
JVC  
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service  
following information ready.  
Product Name, Model, Problem, Error Message  
PC (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB))  
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.  
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications  
or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.  
Pixela  
Region  
Language  
Phone #  
USA and Canada  
English  
+1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)  
Europe (UK, Germany, France,  
and Spain)  
English/German/French/Spanish  
+800-1532-4865 (toll-free)  
+44-1489-564-764  
English/German/French/Spanish/  
Italian/Dutch  
Other Countries in Europe  
Asia (Philippines)  
China  
English  
+63-2-438-0090  
Chinese  
10800-163-0014 (toll-free)  
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.  
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FURTHER INFORMATION  
Changing the Menu Settings  
To return to the previous screen  
Select @.  
1 Touch MENU.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
2 Select the desired menu.  
3 Select the desired setting.  
Troubleshooting  
Before requesting service, consult the following chart. If the solutions indicated in the chart do not  
solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions.  
Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC’s website.  
The following phenomena are not malfunctions.  
The camcorder heats up when it is used for a long time.  
The battery heats up during charging.  
When playing back a video, the image stops momentarily or the sound is interrupted at junctions  
between scenes.  
LCD monitor momentarily become red or black when sunlight is recorded.  
Black spots, or red, green, or blue spots appear on the LCD monitor.  
(The LCD monitor contains 99.99% effective pixels, but 0.01% or fewer pixels may be ineffective.)  
Trouble  
Action  
Connect the AC adapter correctly.  
Recharge the battery pack.  
No power is supplied.  
[QUICK RESTART] is set to [ON].  
The battery is being charged.  
The power/charge lamp  
blinks when the LCD  
monitor is closed.  
Fully charge the battery pack, run it down, and then recharge it  
again.  
If the camcorder is used for long periods of time in high or low  
temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the  
amount of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.  
The remaining battery  
display is not correct.  
The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas  
such as under direct sunlight.  
The LCD monitor is  
difficult to see.  
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Trouble  
Action  
Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).  
Recording cannot be  
performed.  
Such phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject illuminated by  
bright light. This is not a malfunction.  
Vertical lines appear on  
recorded images.  
Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section  
between two scenes. This is not a malfunction.  
Sound or video are  
interrupted.  
Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on  
the index screen. (Video files that have damaged management  
information can be played back.)  
Cancel group display and date search functions.  
Change the setting in [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] or [REC MEDIA  
FOR IMAGE]. (Files on other media are not displayed.)  
Cannot find a recorded  
video.  
If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes  
time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you  
copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase  
the files from the camcorder.  
The camcorder operates  
slowly when switching  
between video mode  
and still image mode,  
or when switching the  
power on or off.  
Check the remaining battery pack charge.  
(When the battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not flash.)  
When recharging in either a hot or cold environment, ensure that  
battery is being charged within the permitted temperature range.  
(If the battery pack is being recharged outside the permitted  
temperature range, recharging may stop to protect the battery  
pack.)  
The lamp does not flash  
during battery pack  
charging.  
Replace the battery.  
Set [REMOTE] to [ON].  
The remote control may not operate outdoors or in places  
exposed to strong light.  
The remote control does  
not work.  
You need your YouTube™ account to upload files to YouTube™.  
Create your account.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.  
in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio  
MediaBrowser software.  
Cannot upload the file to  
YouTube™.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc.  
in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided Everio  
MediaBrowser software.  
Cannot export the file to  
iTunes®.  
If a malfunction occurs in the built-in memory  
!ꢀPerform [FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.]. (All data is deleted.)  
#ꢀIf this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs.  
To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally  
!ꢀClose the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the  
camcorder, then reattach it.  
#ꢀExecute [FACTORY PRESET].  
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EN ꢁꢅ  
Warning Indications  
Indication  
Action  
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the  
clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.  
COMMUNICATING ERROR  
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [BUILT-IN MEMORY].  
Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that  
support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.)  
CANNOT USE IN  
VIDEO MODE  
Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.  
NOT FORMATTED  
Check the operating procedure, and perform once again.  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
FORMAT ERROR!  
DATA DELETION ERROR  
Perform formatting. (All data is deleted.)  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
ERROR IN BUILT-IN  
MEMORY!  
Perform formatting. (All data is deleted.)  
Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot be  
used.)  
Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.  
Insert the SD card before switching the power on.  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
Do not change the folder name on a computer.  
MEMORY CARD ERROR!  
Turn off the camcorder and turn it on again.  
Prevent the camcorder from vibration and shock.  
RECORDING CANCELLED  
RECORDING FAILURE  
SD card:  
Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot be  
used.)  
Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.  
Insert the SD card before switching the power on.  
Built-in memory:  
PLAYBACK FAILED  
Do not allow the camcorder to be subject to impact/vibrations.  
Delete files. Move files to a PC or other devices.  
Replace the SD card with a new one.  
INSUFFICIENT SPACE  
Select [OK] to restore.  
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS  
DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS  
REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK,  
RECOVER?  
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ꢁꢆ EN  
 
Specifications  
General  
Power supply  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Approx. 4.0 W*  
* When the monitor backlight is set to  
[STANDARD] mode.  
AC 110 V to 240 V , 50 Hz/60 Hz  
$
Output  
DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
§
Remote Control  
Power supply  
Rated Current Consumption: 1A  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
67 mm x 72 mm x 135 mm  
(2-11/16" x 2-7/8" x 5-3/8")  
Weight  
Approx. 400 g (0.89 lbs)  
Approx. 485 g (1.07 lbs) (incl. battery pack)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
Operating humidity  
DC 3 V  
Battery life  
Approx. 1 year  
(depending on the frequency of use)  
Operating distance  
Within 4 m (13.16 ft)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm  
(1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8")  
Weight  
35% to 80%  
Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs)  
(incl. battery)  
Camera/LCD monitor  
Pickup  
1/2.33" (10,290,000 pixels) progressive CMOS  
Lens  
Still image  
Format  
JPEG  
F 2.8 to 4.5, f = 6.7 mm to 67.0 mm,  
10:1 power zoom lens  
Filter diameter  
ø46 mm  
LCD monitor  
2.8" diagonally measured,  
LCD panel/TFT active matrix system  
Flash  
Within 2 m (6.6 ft)  
(recommended shooting distance)  
Image size  
4:3 mode:  
3456 x 2592 / 3072 x 2304 /  
2592 x 1944 / 1600 x 1200 /  
640 x 480  
16:9 mode: 3456 x 1944 / 3072 x 1728 /  
2592 x 1456 / 1920 x 1080 /  
1280 x 720  
Image quality  
FINE / STANDARD  
Video  
Connectors  
Signal format  
1080/60i  
AV output  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k  
HDMI  
HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™)  
Component output  
Y, Pb, Pr component output  
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75  
Pb/Pr: 700 mV (p-p), 75  
W
Recording/Playback format  
Video:  
Audio:  
W
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
Dolby Digital (2ch)  
Recording mode (video)  
UXP:  
XP:  
SP:  
VBR, average of 24 Mbps  
W
VBR, average of 17 Mbps  
VBR, average of 12 Mbps  
VBR, average of 5 Mbps  
W
USB  
EP:  
Mini USB type A and type B,  
USB 2.0 compliant  
Headphones  
Recording mode (audio)  
48 kHz, 256 kbps  
ø3.5 mm mini-jack, stereo, analog output  
Microphone  
ø3.5 mm mini-jack, stereo, analog input  
Design and specifications subject to change  
without notice.  
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Specifications (Continued)  
h: hour/m: minute  
Approximate recordable time (for video)  
Recording medium  
Built-in Memory  
32 GB  
SDHC Card  
8 GB 16 GB  
4 GB  
20 m  
32 GB  
2 h 40 m  
4 h 00 m  
5 h 52 m  
14 h 40 m  
Quality  
UXP  
2 h 56 m  
4 h 9 m  
40 m  
1 h 20 m  
2 h 00 m  
2 h 56 m  
7 h 20 m  
XP  
SP  
EP  
30 m  
1 h 00 m  
1 h 28 m  
3 h 40 m  
5 h 53 m  
14 h 44 m  
44 m  
1 h 50 m  
Approximate number of images (for still image)  
Recording medium  
Built-in  
Memory  
SD Card  
SDHC Card  
32 GB 512 MB 1 GB  
2 GB  
640  
4 GB  
8 GB 16 GB 32 GB  
Image size/Quality  
3456 x 1944 / FINE  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
7730  
9999  
9760  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
160  
250  
200  
320  
280  
440  
510  
810  
320  
500  
400  
640  
570  
890  
1270 2570 5180 9999  
3456 x 1944 / STANDARD  
3072 x 1728 / FINE  
1030 2030 4090 8260 9999  
820 1620 3260 6590 9999  
3072 x 1728 / STANDARD  
2592 x 1456 / FINE  
1290 2550 5140 9999 9999  
1150 2260 4560 9200 9999  
1790 3530 7100 9999 9999  
2592 x 1456 / STANDARD  
1920 x 1080 / FINE  
1030 2100 4140 8330 9999 9999  
1620 3210 6310 9999 9999 9999  
1920 x 1080 / STANDARD  
1280 x 720 / FINE  
1190 2400 4690 9230 9999 9999 9999  
1760 3530 6780 9999 9999 9999 9999  
1280 x 720 / STANDARD  
3456 x 2592 / FINE  
120  
190  
150  
240  
210  
340  
550  
880  
240  
380  
300  
480  
420  
680  
480  
770  
610  
980  
870  
960  
1930 3860 7810  
3456 x 2592 / STANDARD  
3072 x 2304 / FINE  
1510 3050 6110 9999  
1210 2440 4880 9860  
1930 3890 7790 9999  
1710 3450 6900 9999  
STANDARD  
3072 x 2304 /  
FINE  
2592 x 1944 /  
2592 x 1944 / STANDARD  
1600 x 1200 / FINE  
1380 2720 5490 9999 9999  
1110 2260 4440 8950 9999 9999  
1760 3590 7060 9999 9999 9999  
1600 x 1200 / STANDARD  
640 x 480 / FINE  
3330 6670 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999  
5990 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999  
640 x 480 / STANDARD  
The recordable time and the number of still images are approximate and may differ depending on the  
recording environment, the condition of the built-in memory or the SD card, or the remaining battery  
power.  
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h: hour/m: minute  
Required charging/recording time (approx.)  
Battery pack  
BN-VF808U  
Charging time  
Recording time  
1 h 50 m  
2 h 40 m  
3 h 40 m  
1 h 10 m*  
2 h 25 m*  
3 h 40 m*  
BN-VF815U  
(Provided)  
BN-VF823U  
* When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.  
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Cautions  
ATTENTION:  
AC Adapter  
The product you have purchased is  
powered by a rechargeable battery  
that is recyclable.  
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for  
information on how to recycle this  
battery.  
When using the AC adapter in areas other than  
the USA  
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage  
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to  
an AC wall outlet other than American National  
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter,  
called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
Recording Medium  
Be sure to follow the guidelines below  
to prevent corruption or damage to your  
recorded data.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest  
JVC dealer.  
Do not bend or drop the recording medium,  
Plug Adapter  
or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or  
vibrations.  
Do not splash the recording medium with water.  
Do not use, replace, or store the recording  
medium in locations that are exposed to  
strong static electricity or electrical noise.  
Do not turn off the camcorder power or  
Battery Pack  
remove the battery or AC adapter during  
shooting, playback, or when otherwise  
accessing the recording medium.  
The supplied battery pack is a Terminals  
lithium-ion battery. Before using  
the supplied battery pack or an  
optional battery pack, be sure  
Do not bring the recording medium near  
objects that have a strong magnetic field or  
that emit strong electromagnetic waves.  
to read the following cautions:  
Do not store the recording medium in locations  
with high temperature or high humidity.  
Do not touch the metal parts.  
When formatting or erasing data using  
the camcorder, only the file administration  
information is changed. The data is not  
completely erased from the hard disk. If you  
want to completely erase all of the data,  
we recommend either using commercially  
available software that is specially designed for  
that purpose, or by physically destroying the  
camcorder with a hammer etc.  
To avoid hazards  
... do not burn.  
... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away  
from metallic objects when not in use. When  
transporting, make sure the provided battery  
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap  
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.  
... do not modify or disassemble.  
... do not expose the battery to temperatures  
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the  
battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.  
... use only specified chargers.  
LCD Monitor  
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT  
To prevent damage and prolong service life  
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C  
to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Cooler temperatures  
require longer charging time, or in some cases  
stop charging at all.  
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the  
bottom.  
To prolong service life  
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
Warmer temperatures prevent complete  
charging, or in some cases stop charging at all.  
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure  
to high temperatures will increase natural  
discharge and shorten service life.  
... fully charge and then fully discharge the battery  
every 6 months when storing the battery pack  
over a long period of time.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when not  
in use, as some machines use current even  
when switched off.  
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To prevent the unit from dropping,  
Main Unit  
Fasten the grip belt securely.  
When using the camcorder with a tripod,  
For safety, DO NOT  
attach the camcorder to the tripod securely.  
If the camcorder drops, you may be injured and  
the camcorder may be damaged.  
... open the camcorder’s chassis.  
... disassemble or modify the unit.  
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to  
enter the unit.  
When a child uses the unit, there must be  
parental guidance.  
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder is not in use.  
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted  
candles, on the apparatus.  
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.  
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the  
power plug or an AC wall outlet.  
... insert any objects in the camcorder.  
Avoid using the unit  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near  
a cooking stove.  
... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.  
... near a television set.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number : GZ-HM400U  
Trade Name : JVC  
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470  
Telephone Number : 973-317-5000  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following  
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause  
harmful interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Changes or modifications not approved by  
JVC could void the user’s authority to operate  
the equipment.This equipment has been  
tested and found to comply with the limits for  
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation.This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instructions,  
may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception,  
which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged  
to try to correct the interference by one or more  
of the following measures: Reorient or relocate  
the receiving antenna. Increase the separation  
between the equipment and receiver.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C  
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)  
temperatures.  
DO NOT leave the unit  
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
... in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
... in direct sunlight.  
... in a closed car in summer.  
... near a heater.  
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit  
in high places while a cable is connected may  
result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and  
the unit falls onto the floor.  
To protect the unit, DO NOT  
... allow it to become wet.  
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during  
transportation.  
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.  
... swing it excessively when using the hand strap.  
... swing the soft camcorder case excessively  
when the camcorder is inside it.  
... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,  
such as on a beach.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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Terms  
A
O
AC Adapter ..................................................16, 42  
Number of Images .............................................40  
AV Connection .............................................25, 28  
B
C
On-screen Recording Control ............................19  
On-screen Zoom Control ...................................21  
Battery Pack ................................................16, 42  
BD/DVD Backup ................................................26  
BD/DVD Burner .................................................26  
P
Playback Zoom ............................................22, 23  
Portable Media Player .......................................34  
CD-ROM ......................................................10, 29  
Clock Adjust ......................................................16  
Component Connection ....................................24  
Copying Files .....................................................26  
Q
R
Quick Review ...............................................19, 20  
Recordable Time ...............................................40  
Recording Medium ............................................42  
Remaining Battery Power ..................................21  
Remaining Recording Time ...............................21  
Remote Control ...........................................11, 13  
D
Date/Time Setting ...............................................5  
Digest Playback .................................................22  
Dubbing Playback ..............................................28  
E
F
H
I
S
U
Export to Library Mode ......................................34  
Flash .................................................................21  
HDMI .................................................................24  
iTunes ................................................................34  
SD Card ............................................................18  
Speaker Volume ................................................22  
Uploading Files .................................................35  
USB Cable ...................................................26, 30  
Y
Z
Viewing Files on TV ...........................................24  
YouTube .............................................................35  
Zoom .................................................................21  
L
Language Setting ..............................................17  
LCD Monitor ................................................14, 42  
M
Menu Settings ...................................................36  
US  
© 2009 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  
0609FOH-AL-VM  
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