JVC GZ HD3U User Manual

EN  
INSTRUCTIONS  
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER  
GZ-HD3U  
Dear Customers  
Thank you for purchasing  
this hard disk camera. Before  
use, please read the safety  
information and precautions  
contained on 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. 46)  
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 52 or 62.  
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, including lithium batteries installed in  
the camera and the remote control, should not  
be exposed to excessive heat such as direct  
sunshine, fire or the like.  
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  
Corporation.  
HDMI is a trademark of HDMI  
Licensing, LLC.  
Windows® is either registered trademark or  
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United  
States and/or other countries.  
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  
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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7
Contents  
GETTING STARTED  
PLAYBACK  
Accessories .......................................... 10  
Playing Back Files................................ 29  
Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood............10  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap.......................11  
Preparing the Remote Control.....................11  
Attaching the Core Filter to the Audio  
Cable ...........................................................11  
Index ...................................................... 12  
Video Playback ...........................................29  
Still Image Playback ...................................30  
File Search Function....................................31  
To Play Back TPD Files ...............................32  
Playback with Special Effects......................33  
Watching Images on TV........................ 35  
Connection with TV......................................35  
Playback Operation .....................................36  
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  
EDITING/PRINTING  
Managing Files...................................... 37  
Grip Adjustment...........................................18  
Lens Cover ..................................................18  
Checking the Remaining Battery Power......18  
Tripod Mounting...........................................18  
When Using an SD Card .............................19  
Deleting/Protecting Files..............................37  
Viewing File Information ..............................39  
Changing the Event Registration of Video  
Files after Recording ...................................40  
To Extract a Still Image File from  
a Video File .................................................41  
DPOF Print Setting......................................41  
Playlists................................................. 43  
RECORDING  
Creating Playlists ........................................43  
Playing Back Playlists..................................44  
Other Operations of Playlists.......................45  
Recording Files..................................... 20  
Video Recording..........................................20  
Still Image Recording ..................................21  
Zooming.......................................................22  
LED Light.....................................................22  
Registering Files to Events..........................22  
Checking the Remaining Space on the  
COPYING  
Copying Files........................................ 46  
Recording Media .........................................23  
Manual Recording ............................... 24  
Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the  
Camera........................................................46  
Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from  
the Camera..................................................49  
Copying/Moving Still Image Files.................51  
To Change to Manual Recording Mode.......24  
Program AE.................................................24  
Manual Focus..............................................25  
Nightalive.....................................................25  
Backlight Compensation..............................25  
Spot Exposure Control ................................26  
Manual Setting in Function Menu................26  
8
PC OPERATION  
Read This First!  
File Backup on a Windows® PC ........... 52  
8 Make a backup of important  
recorded data  
System Requirements .................................52  
Software Installation ....................................53  
Connecting the Camera to the PC...............55  
File Backup on the PC.................................56  
File Backup on the PC without Using  
Software ......................................................57  
Other Windows® PC Operations .......... 58  
Playing Back Files on the PC ......................58  
Creating Discs/Editing Files.........................59  
Getting More Use of the Software ...............61  
File Backup on a Macintosh ................ 63  
System Requirements .................................63  
Software Installation ....................................63  
Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh ...64  
File Backup on the Macintosh .....................65  
It is recommended to copy your  
important recorded data to a DVD or  
other recording media for storage.  
(pg. 46) JVC will not be responsible  
for any lost data.  
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. 73)  
8 Precautions on handling batteries  
FURTHER INFORMATION  
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF815U/  
VF823U battery packs.  
Changing the Menu Settings............... 66  
Folder Structure and Extensions........ 72  
Troubleshooting.................................... 73  
Warning Indications ............................. 77  
Cleaning ................................................ 78  
Specifications ....................................... 79  
Cautions ................................................ 81  
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 cameras may be used  
for demonstration in a shop, the  
demonstration mode is set to on by  
default  
To deactivate the demonstration mode,  
set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (pg. 69)  
9
GETTING STARTED  
Accessories  
AC Adapter  
AP-V14U  
Battery Pack  
BN-VF815U  
Component Cable  
Audio/Video Cable  
(pg. 36, 50)  
(pg. 35)  
USB Cable  
(pg. 46, 55, 64)  
Lens Hood  
Already attached to  
the camera.  
Shoulder Strap  
(pg. 11)  
CD-ROM  
(pg. 53, 63)  
(below)  
Remote Control  
RM-V750U (pg. 11)  
Lithium Battery  
CR2025  
Audio Cable  
(pg. 11)  
Core Filter  
(pg. 11)  
Pre-installed in the  
remote control unit.  
Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood  
Guide ridge  
Place the guide ridge in  
the groove.  
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:  
Max. 5 m (16 ft)  
NOTE  
The transmitted beam may not be effective  
or may cause incorrect operation when the  
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight  
or powerful lighting.  
Attaching the Core Filter to the Audio Cable  
Attach the core filter to the audio cable which is used to connect an optional external microphone  
to the camera. The core filter reduces interference. Connect the end of the cable with the core  
filter to the camera.  
Release the stopper.  
3 cm (1-3/16")  
Wind once.  
11  
Index  
DC  
AV  
PLUG IN  
POWER  
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 sensors :and ;  
during shooting.  
12  
7 Lock Button (pg. 16)  
8 Power/Mode Switch [OFF (CHARGE), ON,  
MODE] (pg. 16)  
9 Grip Strap (pg. 18)  
: Camera Sensor (pg. 12)  
; Remote Sensor (pg. 11)  
< LED Light (pg. 22)  
= Lens Cover (pg. 18)  
> Lens  
Camera  
! Index Button [INDEX] (pg. 31)/  
Remaining Space Button/Data Battery  
Button [ 0/1] (pg. 18, 23)  
# Set Lever  
Move to ¡:  
Reverse Skip (pg. 29)/Up/ Backlight  
Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT]  
(pg. 25)  
? Lens Hood (pg. 10)  
@ Shoe  
Move to ¢:  
A Microphone Input Connector [MIC]  
Forward Skip (pg. 29)/Down/ Manual  
Focus Button [FOCUS] (pg. 25)  
Move to £:  
B USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector [  
]
2
(pg. 46, 55, 64)  
C Lens Cover Switch [  
,
] (pg. 18)  
=>  
Reverse Search (pg. 29)/Left/  
Nightalive [NIGHT] (pg. 25)  
Move to ¤:  
D Focus Assist Button [FOCUS ASSIST]  
(pg. 25)  
E LED Light Button [LIGHT] (pg. 22)  
F SD Card Slot (pg. 19)  
Forward Search (pg. 29)/Right/  
Program AE [PROGRAM AE] (pg. 24)  
Press down:  
G Stud Hole (pg. 18)  
H Tripod Mounting Socket (pg. 18)  
Play/Pause (pg. 29)  
I Battery Release Button [BATT.] (pg. 16)  
$ Playback/Recording Mode Switching  
Button [SELECT PLAY/REC] (pg. 20)  
% Auto/Manual Mode Button [AUTO]  
(pg. 24) /Information Button [INFO]  
(pg. 39)  
J Battery Pack Mount (pg. 16)  
Remote Control  
& Function Button [FUNCTION] (pg. 26)  
( LCD Monitor  
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window  
R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons  
Zoom In/Out  
) S Connector [S] (pg. 36, 50)  
* Direct Backup Button [DIRECT BACK  
UP] (pg. 56)/Event Button [EVENT]  
(pg. 22)  
S Up Button  
Rotate Button (counterclockwise)  
(ꢀ  
pg. 30)  
+ Speaker  
T Skip Backward Button  
U Left Button  
, Menu Button [MENU] (pg. 17, 66)  
- Audio/Video Connector [AV] (pg. 36, 50)  
. DC Input Connector [DC] (pg. 16)  
/ Access/Charge Lamp [ACCESS/CHARGE]  
(pg. 16)  
V Back Button  
W PLAYLIST Button (pg. 43)  
X START/STOP Button  
Y SNAPSHOT Button (pg. 21)  
Z INFO Button (pg. 39)  
a Skip Forward Button  
b PLAY/PAUSE Button  
c Right Button  
(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 [ !, #]  
d Next Button  
e Down Button  
(pg. 20, 21)  
0 Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]  
(pg. 21)  
Rotate Button (clockwise) (pg. 30)  
f INDEX Button  
g DATE Button  
1 Zoom Lever [W 7,T ] (pg. 22)  
,
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+]  
(pg. 29)  
2 Stereo Microphone  
3 i.LINK Connector [ i ] (pg. 49)  
4 HDMI Connector [HDMI] (pg. 35)  
5 Component Connector [COMPONENT]  
(pg. 35)  
6 Video Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]  
(pg. 20)  
13  
Indications on LCD Monitor  
During both Video and Still Image  
Recording  
During Video Recording Only  
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]  
XP  
0 : 0 4 : 0 1  
REC  
0
2 0 0 X  
A
W
T
F 5 . 6  
1/4000  
FOCUS  
4 : 5 5 PM  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 20)  
JAN. 20. 2007  
# Wind Cut Indicator (pg. 67)  
$ Picture Quality (pg. 67)  
% Remaining Time (pg. 20, 80)  
& Counter (pg. 67)  
! Selected Recording Mode Indicator  
(pg. 24)  
# Tele Macro Mode Indicator (pg. 28)  
$ Approximate Zoom Ratio (pg. 22)  
% Inhibit Indicator  
& Zoom Indicator (pg. 22)  
( Focus Assist Indicator (pg. 25)  
) Shutter Speed (pg. 27)  
* Brightness/Sharpness Control Indicator  
(pg. 28, 69)  
+ Battery Indicator (pg. 77)  
, Date/Time (pg. 17)  
( 7REC : (Appears during recording.)  
(pg. 20)  
79 : (Appears during record-standby  
mode.)  
)
External Microphone Input Level Indicator  
(pg. 67)  
* Event Indicator (pg. 23)  
+ Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator  
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 67)  
- Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 25)  
. Selected Recording Medium Indicator  
(pg. 67, 68)  
During Still Image Recording Only  
/ Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 69)  
1920  
[ 9 9 9 9 ]  
FINE  
0 Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 28)  
1 Program AE Mode Indicator (pg. 24)/  
5: Nightalive Indicator (pg. 25)  
2 White Balance Indicator (pg. 27)  
3 Aperture Value (F-number) (pg. 27)  
4 LED Light Indicator (pg. 22)  
PHOTO  
10  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 21)  
# ISO Sensitivity  
(GAIN): When set to [AUTO], there is no  
indication. (pg. 68)  
5
0 : Exposure Adjustment Indicator  
(pg. 27)  
$ Focus Indicator (pg. 21)  
% Image Size (pg. 68)  
-: Backlight Compensation Indicator  
(pg. 25)  
& Picture Quality (pg. 68)  
( Remaining Number of Shots (pg. 80)  
) {: Continuous Shooting Mode Indicator  
(pg. 68)  
.: Spot Exposure Control Indicator  
(pg. 26)  
6 Iris Lock Indicator (pg. 26)  
J: Bracket Shooting Mode Indicator  
(pg. 68)  
* Shooting Indicator (pg. 21)  
+ Self-Timer Recording Indicator (pg. 68)  
14  
During Video Playback  
During Still Image Playback  
XP  
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. 29)  
: Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears  
! Mode Indicator (pg. 30)  
#
# Folder/File Number  
6
when playing back a playlist.) (pg. 44)  
¨ª: Event Search Playback Indicator  
(Appears when playing back a video file  
from the event search.) (pg. 31)  
¨©: Date Search Playback Indicator  
(Appears when playing back a video file  
from the date search.) (pg. 31)  
$ Slide Show Playback Indicator (pg. 30)  
% Battery Indicator (pg. 77)  
& Date/Time (pg. 69)  
( Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 68)  
) Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 69)  
$ Picture Quality (pg. 67)  
% Playback Mode (pg. 29)  
U : Playback  
* Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 33)  
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. 67)  
Operation guide display  
The operation guide is displayed at the  
bottom of the screen during menu display  
etc.  
( Volume Level Indicator  
) Battery Indicator (pg. 77)  
* Date/Time (pg. 69)  
+ Selected Medium Indicator (pg. 67)  
, Drop Detection Indicator (Appears when  
[DROP DETECTION] is set to [OFF].)  
(pg. 69)  
- Effect Mode Indicator (pg. 33)  
. Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (pg. 34)  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
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Necessary Settings before Use  
3 Connect the AC adapter.  
DC Connector  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Access/Charge  
Lamp  
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 3 settings  
before use.  
Charging the Battery Pack  
Required charging / recording time  
(approx.)  
1 Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
Recording  
Battery pack Charging time  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
time  
BN-VF815U  
2 hr. 40 min.  
(Provided)  
1 hr. 25 min.*  
1 hr. 25 min.**  
OFF  
(CHARGE)  
2 hr. 10 min.*  
2 hr. 5 min.**  
BN-VF823U 3 hr. 50 min.  
* Using the LCD monitor  
2 Attach the battery pack.  
** Using the LCD monitor and the LED light  
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 ON.  
CLOCK ADJUST  
Select  
Slide while pressing down the lock button.  
DATE  
TIME  
JAN 31 2007 11 07 AM  
ON  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
6 Set the date and time.  
Select  
2
VIDEO  
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
MENU  
QUALITY  
ZOOM  
DIS  
SELECT SET  
Set  
QUIT  
Repeat this step to input the month, day,  
year, hour and minute.  
3
VIDEO  
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
QUALITY  
ZOOM  
DIS  
SELECT SET  
8 To return to the previous screen  
Move the set lever to £.  
QUIT  
8 To exit the screen  
Press MENU.  
4 Select [GENERAL].  
GENERAL  
Select  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY ON TV  
LANGUAGE  
CLOCK ADJUST  
DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
You have now finished configuring the  
necessary settings.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
8 To use the camera right away  
See page 20.  
5 Select [LANGUAGE].  
8 To configure other settings  
See page 18.  
LANGUAGE  
Select  
Set  
ENGLISH  
DEUTSCH  
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  
min  
50%  
0%  
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.  
NOTES  
Lens Cover  
Switch  
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.  
Close the lens  
cover  
Open the lens  
cover  
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 3 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 certified on the following SD  
cards.  
Video recording: Class 6 compatible SDHC  
card  
Still image recording: Panasonic, TOSHIBA,  
SanDisk, ATP (128 MB to 4 GB) or SDHC  
card (4 GB)  
If other media are used, they may fail to  
record data correctly, or they may lose data  
that had already been recorded.  
NOTES  
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.  
MultiMediaCards are not supported.  
Files are recorded on an SD card in SP  
mode, regardless of the picture quality  
setting.You cannot dub these files on HDV  
devices in high-definition picture quality.  
Cards used to record video on this camera  
cannot be played back on other devices.  
RChange the recording medium  
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.  
Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] and  
[REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE] to [SD].  
(pg. 67, 68)  
QInsert an SD card  
Preparation:  
Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
NOTE  
Video picture quality (pg. 67) will  
automatically be set to [SP].  
1 Open the SD card cover.  
Bottom of the Camera  
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. 71)  
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 ON.  
Slide the power/mode switch to  
Press the PLAY/REC button to  
select recording mode.  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
MODE to select  
(video) mode.  
!
MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
The  
lamp on the camera lights up.  
!
Press the REC button to start  
recording.  
REC  
[ 4 h 5 9 m ]  
REC  
XP  
Approximate remaining  
time for recording  
8 To stop recording  
Press the REC button again.  
8 To change the picture quality  
Change the settings in [QUALITY].  
(pg. 67)  
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 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 driving sound  
(hum) of the hard disk may be recorded.  
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Still Image Recording  
Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON.  
Slide the power/mode switch to  
Press the PLAY/REC button to  
select recording mode.  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
MODE to select  
mode.  
(still image)  
#
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MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
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. 68)  
Press the SNAPSHOT button to  
start recording.  
8 To record still images continuously  
Set [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] to  
[ON]. (pg. 68)  
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[ 9 9 9 9 ]  
FINE  
PHOTO  
8 To change the image size  
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE].  
(pg. 68)  
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 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)  
LED Light  
Power/Mode Switch  
Zoom Lever  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
LIGHT  
A
Each time you press the LIGHT button,  
setting changes.  
DIRECT  
BACKUP/  
EVENT  
The LED light remains on  
regardless of the surrounding  
conditions.  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
Set Lever  
The LED light turns on  
automatically when shooting in  
insufficient light conditions.  
LIGHT  
Disables this function.  
No display  
Registering Files to Events  
!mode only  
Zooming  
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  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
Preparation:  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
W: Wide angle  
T: Telephoto  
1
DIRECT  
Maximum zoom ratio is 10X for videos, and  
8X for still images (factory-preset).  
BACKUP  
EVENT  
CHANGE EVENT REG.  
ON/SELECT  
OFF  
8 To change the maximum zoom ratio (for  
!mode only)  
Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (pg. 67)  
2 Select [ON/SELECT].  
Select  
VACATION  
1/ 3  
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.  
NON SECTION  
SELECT SET  
NEXT PAGE  
QUIT  
Set  
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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 the EVENT button.  
8 To search by event for a file to play back  
See page 31.  
NOTE  
Once you select a certain event to register a  
file, 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.  
Checking the Remaining Space on  
the Recording Media – !mode only  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
MAX RECORDING TIME  
HDD  
5h00m  
7h00m  
4h56m  
FREE  
USED  
INDEX  
The maximum recording time is displayed for  
each picture quality mode.  
8 To return to the normal screen  
Press the 0/1button again.  
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Manual Recording  
Program AE  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
You can record videos or still images with  
optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure  
and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or  
the subject.  
Set Lever  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (left column)  
1
OFF  
AUTO/INFO  
2 Select the desired setting.  
For details on each setting, see below.  
Select  
FUNCTION  
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.  
8 Items for program AE setting  
6PORTRAIT:  
The subject in the foreground is  
accentuated by blurring the background.  
HSPORTS:  
To Change to Manual Recording  
Mode  
Records fast moving subjects clearly.  
GSNOW:  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
Compensates for subjects that may  
appear too dark when shooting in  
extremely bright surroundings, such as  
in snow.  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
recording mode.  
/SPOTLIGHT:  
Select this when a spotlight makes a  
subject appear too bright.  
AUTO  
INFO  
TWILIGHT:  
I
Makes evening scenes look more natural.  
8 To return to the auto recording mode  
Press the AUTO/INFO button so that the 4  
indicator appears.  
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NOTE  
Manual Focus  
If you use focus assist in dark places, the  
rough area of the image appears in color, and  
the outline color becomes difficult to see.  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
Nightalive  
1
Nightalive enables recording with more  
sensitivity in dim locations, by adjusting the  
shutter speed automatically.  
4 :  
JAN. 2  
C
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
2 Adjust the focus.  
A
8 To cancel the manual focus setting  
Move the set lever to ¢(FOCUS) so that  
the @/Aindicator disappears.  
8 To cancel Nightalive  
Move the set lever to £(NIGHT) so that the  
indicator disappears.  
5
NOTE  
Focus Assist  
It is recommended to use the tripod (pg. 18)  
because the shutter speed becomes slow.  
The image becomes black and white. The  
outline of focused object is displayed in  
blue. Use this for adjusting the focus more  
precisely.  
Backlight Compensation  
1
Backlight compensation brightens the subject  
by increasing the exposure.  
FOCUS  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
2 Adjust the focus, then press down  
the set lever to fix the focus.  
¬
8 To cancel backlight compensation  
Move the set lever to ¡( -) twice so that  
the -indicator disappears.  
8 To cancel the focus assist mode  
Press the FOCUS ASSIST button again.  
8 To change the outline color  
Change the settings in [FOCUS ASSIST].  
(pg. 69)  
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Manual Recording (Continued)  
Spot Exposure Control  
Manual Setting in Function Menu  
Use this function when backlight  
compensation does not work well, or to adjust  
the brightness in the desired spot.  
You can use manual recording functions  
easily by selecting items in the function  
menus.  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when [EFFECT] is  
set to [SEPIA].  
1 Move twice.  
After performing “To Change to Manual  
Recording Mode” (pg. 24)  
1
FUNCTION  
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS  
SHUTTER SPEED  
APERTURE PRIORITY  
WB  
EFFECT  
TELE MACRO  
ZEBRA  
CUSTOM SETTING  
2 Select the desired spot metering area  
frame.  
XP [ 5 h 5 6 m ]  
Select  
2 Select the desired menu.  
For details on each menu, see below.  
Select  
EFFECT  
OFF  
Set  
SEPIA  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM  
STROBE  
8 To lock the exposure  
Set  
After you finish configuring the setting,  
press and hold the set lever for more than 2  
3 Select the desired setting.  
seconds. The indicator appears.  
C
Select  
EFFECT  
OFF  
SEPIA  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM  
STROBE  
8 To cancel spot exposure control  
Move the set lever to ¡( -) once so that  
the .indicator disappears.  
Set  
4
FUNCTION  
The menu disappears and the indicator for  
the set function appears.  
8 To return to the previous screen  
Move the set lever to £.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
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Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
For !mode  
[AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically.  
–6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments  
of 1. Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to set the value.  
For #mode  
[ 0]: The brightness is not adjusted.  
–2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in  
increments of 1/3EV. Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to set the  
value.  
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS  
Adjusts the brightness.  
8 To lock the exposure  
When the menu disappears after you finish configuring the  
setting, press and hold the set lever for more than 2 seconds.  
The indicator appears.  
C
[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.  
1/2 to 1/4000:  
SHUTTER SPEED  
A fast shutter speed can  
freeze the motion of a  
fast-moving subject, and  
a slow shutter speed can  
blur the subject to give the  
impression of motion.  
The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed. Move the  
set lever to ¡/ ¢to set the value.  
NOTE  
It is recommended to use a tripod (pg. 18) when recording with a  
slow shutter speed.  
[AUTO]: The aperture value is adjusted automatically.  
F1.8 to F8 (For !mode) /  
F1.9 to F5.6 (For #mode):  
The lower the F-number (larger aperture value), the more  
blurred the background will become. The higher the F-number  
(smaller aperture value), the clearer the focus will be for both  
near and far objects. Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to set the  
value.  
APERTURE PRIORITY  
You can add a blurring  
effect to the background  
by setting the aperture  
value (F-number).  
NOTE  
If the image is too bright, set to a larger F-number. If the image is too  
dark, set to a smaller F-number.  
[AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically.  
@
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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Manual Recording (Continued)  
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. 70 cm (2.30 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.  
SHARPNESS  
Adjusts the  
enhancement level  
of the outline of the  
recorded image.  
Adjust the sharpness moving the set lever to £/ ¤, then press  
down.  
NOTE  
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  
SELECT  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
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 the INDEX button.  
8 To watch on TV  
See page 35.  
8 To turn the date display on/off  
Change the settings in [DATE/TIME]. (pg. 69)  
8 To check the file information  
Press the AUTO/INFO button when playback is paused. (pg. 39)  
Operations during Playback  
Return to the first  
scene of the file  
J : Turn down the  
volume  
Play/Pause  
Reverse search/  
Frame-by-frame  
playback (during  
pause)  
Forward search/  
Frame-by-frame  
playback (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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Playing Back Files (Continued)  
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  
SELECT  
PLAY/REC  
MODE  
The switch returns  
to the original  
position when it is  
released.  
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 the INDEX button.  
8 To watch on TV  
See page 35.  
8 To turn the date display on/off  
Change the settings in [DATE/TIME]. (pg. 69)  
8 To check the file information  
Press the AUTO/INFO button. (pg. 39)  
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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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  
2 Select the event.  
JAN 31 2007  
JAN 25 2007  
JAN 22 2007  
DEC 22 2006  
DEC 19 2006  
DEC 01 2006  
To move to the next page, select [NEXT  
PAGE].  
INDEX  
SEARCH EVENT  
Select  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
ALL SCENES  
JAN 25 2007  
JAN 22 2007  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
Continued on next page  
31  
Playing Back Files (Continued)  
3 Select the recording date.  
To Play Back TPD Files  
!mode only  
To display all the files, select [ALL  
SCENES].  
Select  
VACATION  
1/3  
TPD files (demonstration files, etc.) are stored  
in the EXTMOV folder.  
If you copy videos recorded on this camera  
to a PC, edit them on the PC, and then  
recopy them to this camera, store them in the  
EXTMOV folder. (pg. 72)  
Follow the procedure below to play back the  
TPD files in the EXTMOV folder.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
4 Select the file you want to play back.  
Select  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
select  
mode.  
!
Set  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
8 To return to the index screen  
Press the INDEX button.  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
8 To change the event registration of a file  
See page 40.  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
2 Select [PLAYBACK TPD FILE].  
Select  
VIDEO [TPD]  
8/8  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 Select the file you want to play back.  
Select  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
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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8 Items for EFFECT setting  
Playback with Special Effects  
Playback effects  
SEPIA:  
J
The image is given a brownish tint like an  
old photo.  
MONOTONE:  
The image becomes black and white like  
an old movie.  
K
Add effects that, for example, alter the color  
tones of images.  
CLASSIC FILM*:  
L
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
The image is given an old movie  
atmosphere by the effect of skipping  
frames.  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select the  
STROBE*:  
The image looks like a series of  
consecutive snapshots.  
M
playback mode.  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
* Not available in #mode.  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
2 Select [EFFECT].  
Select  
EFFECT  
OFF  
SEPIA  
MONOTONE  
CLASSIC FILM  
STROBE  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 Select a desired effect.  
For details on each effect, see the right  
column.  
Select  
Set  
4 Start playback.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press FUNCTION.  
8 To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
33  
Playing Back Files (Continued)  
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:  
Fades in or out with a white screen.  
FADER-BLACK:  
Fades in or out with a black screen.  
O
P
Q
FADER-B.W:  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
Fades in to a color screen from a black  
and white screen, or fades out in the  
opposite way.  
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
WIPE-CORNER:  
R
playback mode.  
Wipes in on a black screen from the  
upper right to the lower left corner, or  
wipes 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  
Starts in the center of a black screen and  
wipes in toward the corners, or wipes out  
in the opposite way.  
WIPE-SLIDE:  
Wipes in from right to left, or wipes 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  
Wipes in as the two halves of a black  
screen which open to the left and right  
revealing the scene, or wipes out in the  
opposite way.  
WIPE-CORNER  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 Select a desired effect.  
WIPE-SCROLL:  
V
For details on each effect, see the right  
Wipes in from the bottom to the top of a  
black screen, or wipes out in the opposite  
way.  
column.  
Select  
WIPE-SHUTTER:  
W
Wipes in from the center of a black  
screen toward the top and bottom, or  
wipes out in the opposite way.  
Set  
NOTE  
4 Start playback.  
No effect will be applied on files with a play  
time shorter than 7 seconds.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
8 To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
34  
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  
AC Adapter  
To AC  
Outlet  
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.  
AV Connector  
DC Connector  
Preparation: Turn off all units.  
8 To connect using the HDMI connector  
DC Connector  
HDMI Connector  
COMPONENT  
Connector  
Component  
AV Cable  
Cable  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
HDMI Cable  
(optional)  
Audio L/R Input  
Connector  
COMPONENT Input  
Connector  
Video Connector  
is not in use.  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [COMPONENT  
OUTPUT] according to the connection.  
(pg. 70)  
HDMI Connector  
NOTE  
Change the settings in [HDMI OUTPUT],  
[HDMI COLOR SETTING] or [HDMI  
ENHANCE SETTING] according to the  
connection. (pg. 70)  
35  
Watching Images on TV (Continued)  
8 To connect using the AV/S connectors  
Playback Operation  
After the connection with TV is  
completed  
S 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  
DC  
VCR/DVD recorder)  
To AC  
Outlet  
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and  
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
S Cable  
(optional)  
AV  
Connector  
Connector  
4 Start playback on the camera.  
(pg. 29, 30)  
8 To display camera’s on-screen display  
on TV  
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. (pg. 70)  
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. 70)  
36  
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  
AUTO/INFO  
FUNCTION  
2 Select [DELETE] or [PROTECT].  
Select  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
DELETE  
CURRENT  
FILE SELECT  
DELETE ALL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
CAUTION  
Do not remove the recording medium or  
perform any other operation (such as turning  
off the power) while accessing files. Also,  
be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as  
the data on the recording medium may be  
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted  
during operation. If the data on the recording  
medium becomes corrupted, format the  
recording medium to use the medium again.  
(pg. 71)  
Deleting/Protecting the Currently  
Displayed File  
After performing steps 1-2  
3 Select [CURRENT].  
Select  
DELETE?  
REMAINING FILES:  
0008  
EXECUTE  
Set  
SELECT SET  
You can select the previous or next file by  
moving the set lever to £/ ¤.  
Deleting/Protecting Files  
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 the FUNCTION button.  
Write/erase protection tab  
37  
Managing Files (Continued)  
Selecting and Deleting/Protecting Files  
Deleting/Protecting All Files  
After performing steps 1-2 (pg. 37)  
After performing steps 1-2 (pg. 37)  
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  
Set  
The (deletion) or  
appears on the file. To select other files,  
repeat this step.  
If you slide the zoom lever towards T,  
the preview screen is displayed. Sliding  
the zoom lever towards W returns to the  
index screen.  
(protection) mark  
$
x
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
8 To release protection  
Select the protected file in step 4  
(“Selecting and Deleting/Protecting Files”  
left column).  
5
FUNCTION  
DELETE?  
QUIT  
8 To release protection of all files  
1) In step 3, select [CANCEL ALL], then  
press down the set lever.  
CANCEL  
SELECT SET  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
6 Select [EXECUTE AND QUIT] (when  
performing [DELETE]), or [QUIT]  
(when performing [PROTECT]).  
Select  
[EXECUTE], then press down.  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
38  
Histogram – #mode only  
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.  
Viewing File Information  
Preparation:  
For !mode: Pause the playback.  
Otherwise, select the file on the index  
screen.  
For #mode: Play back the still image.  
Otherwise, select the file on the index  
screen.  
Preparation:  
Play back the still image.  
AUTO  
Press twice.  
FILE  
: MOV005.TOD  
: PRG001  
FOLDER  
DATE/TIME  
PB TIME  
QUALITY  
PROTECT  
: JAN 1 06 10:56 AM  
: 00:30:02  
: XP  
AUTO  
INFO  
: OFF  
1/250 s  
F3.5  
ISO100  
INFO  
FILE:  
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. 68)  
QUALITY:  
Image quality (pg. 67, 68)  
PROTECT:  
File protection status (pg. 37)  
D
B
A larger number of pixels in the center  
position indicates correct exposure and well-  
balanced brightness.  
D
(Dim)  
B
Brightness level  
(Bright)  
The shutter speed, F-number and ISO  
sensitivity (GAIN) when recorded are also  
displayed.  
8 To turn off the file information display  
Press the AUTO/INFO button again.  
8 To turn off the file information display  
Press the AUTO/INFO button a few times.  
NOTE  
The shutter speed displayed during shooting  
in auto mode is an approximation. It may not  
match the one displayed with the histogram.  
39  
Managing Files (Continued)  
4
Changing the Event Registration of  
Video Files after Recording  
!mode only  
EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS  
DO YOU WANT TO SAVE?  
DIRECT  
BACKUP  
DELETE AND QUIT  
CANCEL  
EVENT  
SELECT SET  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
5 Select [SAVE AND QUIT].  
select  
mode.  
!
Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback  
Select  
mode.  
1
VACATION  
1/ 3  
DIRECT  
BACKUP  
Set  
EVENT  
NON SECTION  
NEXT PAGE  
QUIT  
8 To exit the screen  
SELECT REGISTER  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
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.  
40  
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 store 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. 68)  
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  
DPOF  
2
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. 68)  
cannot be used to extract images.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
4 Select the desired file.  
Select  
Set  
If you slide and hold the zoom lever  
towards T, the preview screen of the still  
image is displayed.  
Continued on next page  
41  
Managing Files (Continued)  
Setting All Files Together (One Print for  
Each)  
5 Select the number of prints (max. 15  
prints).  
Select  
After performing steps 1-2  
3 Select [ALL1].  
Set  
Select  
ALL1  
To set print information for other images,  
repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to  
999 files.)  
CANCEL  
Set  
SELECT SET  
6
FUNCTION  
4 Select [EXECUTE].  
Select  
Set  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
8 To cancel the selection  
Set the number of prints to “00” in step 5.  
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.  
8 To confirm DPOF settings  
If necessary, change the number of prints  
for the desired file by following steps 4  
and 5.  
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.  
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.  
42  
Playlists !mode only  
4 Select an item and display files.  
Power/Mode  
Switch  
Select  
PLAY/REC  
Button  
Set  
[IMPORT FROM EVENT]:  
Search for an event and display the  
corresponding files listed by recording  
date.  
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]:  
Display all files individually.  
FUNCTION  
Set Lever  
EDIT  
TOTAL  
00h00m  
It is a list that enables you to organize  
recorded videos in order of preference.  
SELECT REGISTER  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
5 Select the file to add to playlist.  
select  
mode.  
!
Select  
EDIT  
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
TOTAL  
00h00m  
Creating Playlists  
Set  
SELECT REGISTER  
Files recorded in 1440 CBR video picture  
quality are displayed with a 1440 CBR  
icon.  
1
DELETE  
FUNCTION  
PROTECT  
EFFECT  
WIPE/FADER  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
When you select [IMPORT FROM  
EVENT]/[IMPORT FROM DATE], you  
can 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.  
PLAYBACK TPD FILE  
PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE  
2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST].  
Select  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
NEW LIST  
EDIT  
RENAME  
DELETE  
To return to previous screen, press the  
INDEX button.  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
Continued on next page  
3 Select [NEW LIST].  
Select  
NEW LIST  
IMPORT FROM DATE  
ALL SCENES  
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
43  
Playlists !mode only (Continued)  
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 the FUNCTION button.  
8 To exit the screen  
Press the FUNCTION button.  
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.  
44  
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. 43)  
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. 43)  
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.  
45  
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. 47, 49)  
Set Lever  
FUNCTION  
- 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  
Connection with a DVD Burner  
The Camera  
You can copy still images  
between the HDD and  
SD card with this camera  
alone. (pg. 51)  
Preparation:  
Set the power/mode switch to OFF.  
DVD Burner  
(CU-VD40/CU-VD20)  
You can copy video/still  
image files recorded on  
this camera onto DVD  
discs. (right column)  
DC  
AV  
PLUG IN  
POWER  
DC Connector  
USB Cable  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
You can dub video  
files recorded on this  
camera onto DVD discs.  
(pg. 49)  
USB Connector  
AC Adapter  
USB Connector  
To AC  
Outlet  
PC  
You can copy video/still  
image files on this camera  
onto your PC. For details,  
refer to PC OPERATION  
section. (pg. 52 to 65)  
DVD Burner  
NOTE  
Use the USB cable that came with the DVD  
burner.  
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Backup All Files  
Preparation:  
4 Select [EXECUTE] or [EXECUTE AND  
FINALIZE].  
By selecting [EXECUTE AND FINALIZE],  
the disc is finalized after the files are  
copied.  
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 46)  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
Select  
select  
or  
mode.  
! #  
The following illustrations of display  
screens are examples of when backing up  
video files.  
Set  
The files are copied on the disc. 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. Remaining  
files are copied on the second disc.  
ALL  
UNSAVED SCENES  
To cancel the copying, select [STOP].  
Set  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
2 Select the desired menu.  
8 To return to the top screen  
Press the MENU button, then move the set  
lever to ¡/ ¢to select [YES] and press  
down.  
[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.  
8 To finalize the disc after copy is finished  
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 46)  
2) Turn the camera’s power on.  
3) Select [FINALIZE].  
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. 46)  
2) When watching on TV, connect the  
camera to TV. (pg. 35)  
3) Turn on the camera.  
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 on 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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Copying Files (Continued)  
Select Files for Backup  
[CREATE BY 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.  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 46)  
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.  
[CREATE BY 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.  
* Not available in #mode.  
To preview scenes, press the INDEX  
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.  
1 Select [SELECT BACK-UP].  
Select  
SELECT BACK-UP  
CREATE BY DATE  
SELECT FROM SCENES  
CREATE BY EVENT  
CREATE BY PLAYLIST  
Set  
SELECT SET  
TOP  
2 Select the desired menu.  
Select  
CREATE BY EVENT  
ALL  
JAN.01.2007 12:04  
3 Select [ALL].  
JAN.01.2007 12:15  
FEB.01.2007 12:04  
FEB.01.2007 12:15  
VIDEOS ARE RECORDED  
Set  
SELECT SET  
SORT  
FORMAT  
[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.  
[CREATE BY EVENT*]:  
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 sorted according to event.  
Relevant files are displayed in a list.  
Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤to  
select the event, then press down.  
Files are added to the free space of the  
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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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  
(digital dubbing)  
DC  
To AC  
Outlet  
Connector  
AC Adapter  
8 To return to the top screen  
Press the MENU button, 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. 46)  
2) Turn on the camera.  
3) Select [FINALIZE].  
4) Select [EXECUTE].  
i.LINK Cable  
(optional)  
i.LINK Connector  
5) When [COMPLETED] appears, select  
[OK].  
i.LINK Connector  
8 To play back the created disc using the  
camera  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
1) Connect the camera to the DVD burner.  
(pg. 46)  
2) When watching on TV, connect the  
camera to TV. (pg. 35)  
NOTES  
Be sure to use the optional JVC VC-  
VDV206U or VC-VDV204U i.LINK cable  
depending on the connector type (4 or 6  
pins) of the VCR/DVD recorder.  
To dub videos in high-definition quality:  
- Connect a device that supports high-definition  
quality videos.  
- Use the i.LINK connector.  
- Set the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)] to [1440  
CBR]. (pg. 70)  
3) Turn on the camera.  
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.  
NOTE  
- Make a playlist consisted of 1440 CBR video  
only, and dub the playlist. (pg. 50)  
To dub videos in standard quality:  
- Use the i.LINK connector.  
In case of [CREATE BY PLAYLIST], date/time  
on the file information display shows the date  
of copying the file, not of the actual recording.  
- Set the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)] to [DV].  
(pg. 70)  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
8 To connect using the AV/S connectors  
(analog dubbing)  
2 Start playback on the camera.  
To play back videos (pg. 29)  
To play back playlists  
1) Press the FUNCTION button.  
2) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢to select  
[PLAYBACK PLAYLIST], then press  
down.  
S 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 5  
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  
To AC  
Outlet  
AC Adapter  
1
*
*
confirmation screen is displayed after  
operation. Select [OK] and proceed to  
step 4).  
AV Connector  
DC Connector  
2
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 a TV connected to the VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
S Cable  
(optional)  
AV Cable  
3 At the point you want to start  
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/  
DVD recorder.  
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s  
VCR/DVD  
Recorder  
instruction manual  
.
8 To stop dubbing  
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder,  
S Connector  
AV Connector  
then press the REC button again.  
NOTES  
Dubbing Operation  
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.  
1 Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
Check that the images from the camera  
are input correctly to the VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
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4
Copying/Moving Still Image Files  
You can copy or move still image files  
between the HDD and SD card.  
Preparation:  
Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to  
5 Set the file unit ([ALL] or [FILE]) to  
select  
mode.  
#
copy/move.  
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 this to transfer the selected files.  
1) Move the set lever to ¡/ ¢/ £/ ¤  
to select the desired file, then press  
down.  
1
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 this 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 the MENU button, 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 a Windows® PC  
Display:  
Must be capable of displaying at least  
Power/Mode Switch  
Set Lever  
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  
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:  
DIRECT BACKUP/  
EVENT  
powerproducer/3/comp_dvd_drives.jsp  
For the compatible BD drives:  
ev/eng/support.htm  
Install the software that came with the camera  
to your PC.  
You can back up your files on your PC with a  
simple one-touch operation, edit your files on  
your PC, and also create discs.  
NOTE  
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  
Even if you do not install the software, you  
can still back up your files on your PC.  
(pg. 57)  
functions more smoothly, it is recommended  
that you use a higher performance PC (CPU:  
Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo, memory: 2 GB or more).  
System Requirements  
OS:  
Either one of the following OS should be pre-  
installed (32-bit):  
Windows® XP Home Edition, Windows® XP  
Professional, Windows® Vista Home Basic,  
Windows® Vista Home Premium  
CPU:  
Intel® Pentium® 4, at least 2.4 GHz  
(3.0 GHz or more recommended)  
Intel® Pentium® M, at least 1.6 GHz  
RAM:  
[XP] At least 512 MB (1 GB or more  
recommended)  
[Vista] At least 1 GB (2 GB or more  
recommended)  
Free hard disk space:  
At least 750 MB for installation  
For creating Blu-ray disc, at least 30 GB  
(60 GB or more recommended)  
Connector:  
USB 2.0 connector  
Sound card:  
Direct Sound compatible sound card  
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Preparation:  
Software Installation  
Quit any other software you are using. (Check  
that there are no other application icons on  
the status bar.)  
The following software is included in the CD-  
ROM that came with your camera.  
CyberLink BD Solution  
1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the  
Comprehensive application software that  
consists of the following 3 kinds of 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.  
PC.  
After a moment, the [SETUP] screen  
appears. If the [SETUP] screen does not  
appear, double-click the CD-ROM icon in  
[My Computer].  
2 Click [Easy Installation].  
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.  
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.  
T Plays back video files on the PC (pg. 58)  
U Plays back still image files on the PC  
(pg. 58)  
V Creates discs/Edits files (pg. 59)  
W Backs up camera files onto the PC  
(pg. 56)  
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 PC.  
You can find the latest information on the  
provided software program at CyberLink’s  
co.jp/products/ne/  
Continued on next page  
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File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued)  
4 Select the desired language and click  
8 When installation is completed  
The installed software is displayed in [All  
Programs].  
[OK].  
The backup destination folder [MyWorks]  
for files is created on the hard disk drive  
that has the most free space.  
5 Click [Yes].  
The software installation starts.  
6 Click [Finish].  
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8 When you have finished operation  
Always follow the procedures below when  
disconnecting the camera, or turning off the  
camera/PC power.  
Failing to do so may cause damage to the  
camera and PC.  
Connecting the Camera to the PC  
Preparation:  
Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF.  
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.)  
DC  
AV  
2) Double-click the [Safely Remove  
Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware]  
icon in the status bar.  
PLUG IN  
POWER  
DC Connector  
3) Select [USB Mass Storage Device] or  
[USB Disk], and then click [Stop].  
4) Click [OK].  
5) Disconnect the USB cable.  
6) Turn off the camera and PC.  
USB Cable  
USB Connector  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
USB Connector  
NOTES  
Never disconnect the USB cable while the  
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or  
blinks.  
Do not turn off the camera when the USB  
cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions  
of the PC.  
Connect the camera directly to the PC, not  
through a hub.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
When you copy files from the PC to the  
recording medium on the camera, do not  
include any other files than those recorded  
on the camera.  
Do not delete, move, or rename the files and  
folders in the camera from the PC.  
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File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued)  
File Backup from the specified media  
File Backup on the PC  
Preparation:  
This method uses the software on the CD-  
ROM to back up files onto your PC.  
Video files that have never been backed up  
onto the connected PC are automatically  
selected from the back up history and backed  
up.  
If you could not install the software, turn to  
pg. 57 for details of how to back up your files  
without using this software.  
Install the software from the provided CD-  
ROM. (pg. 53)  
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB  
cable. (pg. 55)  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to ON.  
Preparation:  
Install the software from the provided CD-  
ROM. (pg. 53)  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB  
cable. (pg. 55)  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to 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, folders for each  
medium (HDD or SD) are created in the  
[MyWorks] folder (pg. 54), and the files are  
backed up inside those folders. (If backup is  
performed from more than one camera HDD,  
individual HDD folders are created.)  
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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 without Using  
Software  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB  
cable. (pg. 55)  
SD_VIDEO:  
Folder that contains video files. If you  
want to back up files individually, open  
this folder, and drag & drop files such as  
[PRG001] one by one.  
1 On the PC, create a folder to back up  
DCIM:  
files into.  
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 ON.  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
NOTE  
For further details on the use of folders, see  
page 72.  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
3 On the camera, move the set lever to  
¡/ ¢to select [PLAYBACK ON PC],  
then press down.  
4 Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or  
[EVERIO_SD].  
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Other Windows® PC Operations  
4 Click the media that contains desired  
Playing Back Files on the PC  
files.  
Preparation:  
Install the software from the provided CD-  
ROM. (pg. 53)  
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB  
cable. (pg. 55)  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to ON.  
5 Click the desired file.  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
If you click Sort by/ Filter by/View by,  
searching options are displayed. Use them  
to search a file quickly.  
Sort by:  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
The order of files is rearranged according  
to item that you selected.  
Filter by:  
Files are filtered according to the item  
that you selected.  
View by:  
You can change the number of  
thumbnails on a screen.  
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.  
For more information on detailed  
operations of the software, refer to their  
Read me (pg. 61) or CyberLink web site.  
(pg. 53)  
3 Click [Browse Videos] (for video  
playback) or [Browse Pictures] (for  
still image playback).  
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3 Click [Copy/Edit].  
Creating Discs/Editing Files  
Preparation:  
Install the software from the included CD-  
ROM. (pg. 53)  
Connect the camera to the PC with the USB  
cable. (pg. 55)  
1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch  
to 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.  
Continued on next page  
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Other Windows® PC Operations (Continued)  
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 the  
software, refer to their Read me (pg. 61)  
or CyberLink web site. (pg. 53)  
NOTES  
You can use following discs:  
- BD-RE, BD-R  
- DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs)  
- DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be  
formatted before recording. Formatting  
deletes all content recorded on the disc.)  
- CD-R/RW  
DVD-RAM discs cannot be used.  
You may not be able to play back the  
created disc depending on the performance  
of a device. Also the image may stop  
momentarily at junctions between scenes.  
The PC must be equipped with a compatible  
drive and player software to play back the  
created disc.  
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Digital Photo Navigator 1.5  
Getting More Use of the Software  
The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM  
in PDF format.  
For more information on 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 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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Other Windows® PC Operations (Continued)  
Contact us for information on the provided 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 (refer to the JVC Worldwide  
software, please have the following information ready.  
Product Name  
Model  
Problem  
PC  
Manufacturer  
Model (Desktop/Laptop)  
CPU  
OS  
Error Message  
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.  
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  
Germany  
+49-700-462-92375 +49-241-70525-25  
9:00 am to  
6:00 pm  
+886-2-8667-1298  
+886-2-8667-1300  
ext. 333  
Taiwan  
Japan  
Mandarin  
Japanese  
10:00 am to  
5:00 pm  
+81-3-3516-9555  
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62  
File Backup on a Macintosh  
You can back up camera files onto your  
computer.  
Software Installation  
If the software on the provided 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 (Intel® CoreTM Duo  
recommended.)  
USB 2.0 connector is required.  
OS:  
Mac OS X (10.4.4 to 10.4.9)  
RAM:  
3 Double-click the QuickTime  
Component for Everio icon.  
At least 512MB (1GB or more recommended)  
4 Click [Continue].  
Continued on next page  
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File Backup on a Macintosh (Continued)  
5 Click [Continue].  
Connecting the Camera to the  
Macintosh  
Preparation:  
Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF.  
DC  
AV  
6 Click [Install].  
The software installation starts.  
PLUG IN  
POWER  
DC Connector  
USB Cable  
USB Connector  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
7 Click [Close].  
USB Connector  
NOTES  
Never disconnect the USB cable while the  
access/charge lamp on the camera lights or  
blinks.  
Do not turn off the camera when the USB  
cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions  
of the computer.  
Connect the camera directly to the  
computer, not through a hub.  
Do not use an extension USB cable.  
When you copy files from the computer to  
the recording medium on the camera, do not  
include any other files than those recorded  
on the camera.  
Do not delete, move, or rename the files and  
folders in the camera from the computer.  
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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 computer.  
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 Macintosh  
SD_VIDEO:  
Preparation:  
Connect the camera to the computer with the  
USB cable. (pg. 64)  
Folder that contains video files. If you  
want to back up files individually, open  
this folder, and drag & drop files such as  
[PRG001] one by one.  
1 On the computer, create a folder to  
DCIM:  
back up files into.  
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 ON.  
NOTE  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
BACK UP  
For further details on the use of folders, see  
page 72.  
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]:  
Displays menus related to !mode.  
[IMAGE]:  
Displays menus related to #mode.  
[GENERAL]:  
Displays menus common to !and #  
modes.  
[OUTPUT SETTING]:  
Displays menus related to image output  
when connecting to other devices.  
[MEDIA]:  
Displays 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  
DIS  
MENU  
For details on each menu, see pages 67  
to 71.  
Select  
DEMO MODE  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
ON  
OFF  
VIDEO  
2
Set  
SELECT SET  
QUIT  
SCENE COUNTER  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
QUALITY  
ZOOM  
DIS  
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 the MENU button.  
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Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
[XP]: Record in 1440 x 1080i (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 in high-definition using the i.LINK  
connector.  
nQUALITY  
Sets the picture quality for  
videos.  
NOTE  
If you switch the quality settings between XP/SP and 1440  
CBR, a new file management folder is created in the HDD  
or SD card. (XP and SP files are stored in same folders.)  
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 on page 78.  
[10X] / 40X / 200X  
@ZOOM  
NOTE  
Sets the maximum zoom ratio.  
Optical zoom is used up to 10X. Digital zoom is used from  
more than 10X up to the selected zoom ratio.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
NOTES  
qDIS  
Complete 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  
Sets the recording medium for  
videos.  
When set to [SD], video picture quality will be automatically  
set to [SP].  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
hSCENE COUNTER  
Displays the scene counter.  
EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL  
OFF: Disables the function.  
Displays the input level when the  
external microphone (optional) is [ON]: Activates the function.  
connected.  
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
nQUALITY  
Sets the picture quality for still  
images.  
[FINE] / STANDARD  
yIMAGE SIZE  
Selects the picture size for still  
images.  
[1920 x 1080] / 1440 x 1080 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480  
2GAIN  
Sets the ISO setting to  
increase the sensitivity in dark  
conditions.  
[AUTO] / 100 / 200 / 400  
[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  
EV sides.You can select the image that has a  
suitable exposure after shooting.  
{CONTINUOUS SHOOTING  
Records still images continuously  
while the SNAPSHOT button is  
pressed.  
NOTES  
The interval between recording still images is approx. 0.5  
seconds.  
Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the  
recording medium.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is  
used repeatedly.  
[OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC  
NOTES  
zSELF-TIMER  
Starts recording when the  
set time elapses after the  
SNAPSHOT button is pressed.  
You can confirm the countdown on the camera screen.  
You can also use this to prevent vibration by the hand.  
3REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE  
Sets the recording medium for  
still images.  
[HDD] / SD  
9LANGUAGE  
Sets the display language.  
(pg. 17)  
You have a choice of 21 languages (pg. 79). The default  
language is ENGLISH.  
:CLOCK ADJUST  
DATE / TIME  
Sets the time. (pg. 17)  
DATE STYLE:  
year.month.day / [month.day.year] / day.month.year  
TIME:  
24h / [12h]  
;DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
Sets the date and time display  
format.  
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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  
Displays the current time on the  
LCD monitor.  
When the power/mode switch is set from OFF to 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 by moving the set  
lever to £/ ¤, then press down.  
Sets the brightness of the LCD  
monitor.  
OFF: Disables the function.  
[ON]: Activates the function.  
^DROP DETECTION  
Prevents damage to the  
HDD by turning off the power  
automatically when it is detected  
that the camera dropped.  
To turn the camera on when the drop detection  
worked, set the power/mode switch to OFF, and to  
ON again.  
CAUTION  
Setting this function to off increases the risks of damaging  
the built-in hard disk if the camera is accidentally dropped.  
NFOCUS ASSIST  
When this function is used, the  
outline of the focused object 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].  
OFF: Turns off the operation sound.  
[MELODY]: The melody sounds when operations are  
performed.  
\OPERATION SOUND  
Turns the operation sound on/off.  
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Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)  
Menus  
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset  
OFF: Turns off the on-screen display.  
[ON]: Turns on the on-screen display.  
lDISPLAY  
Displays the on-screen display.  
[OFF]: Does not display on TV.  
ON: Displays on TV.  
NOTE  
When connected to a TV using the i.LINK connector, the  
camera’s on-screen display is not displayed on the TV, even  
if this setting is [ON].  
%DISPLAY ON TV  
Displays camera’s on-screen  
display on a TV screen.  
RVIDEO/S OUTPUT  
Set the aspect (16:9/4:3) to  
the screen of the connected  
television when outputting videos  
from the AV/S connector.  
4:3 / [16:9]  
SCOMPONENT OUTPUT  
Sets 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:1080i or 480p.  
480p: Outputs at 480p. Select when the video is not  
projected correctly.  
THDMI OUTPUT  
Sets the definition of the video  
output from the HDMI connector.  
UHDMI COLOR SETTING  
Sets the video format of the  
video output from the HDMI  
connector.  
[AUTO]: Select this under normal circumstances.  
RGB: Select this when the video is not projected  
correctly.  
VHDMI ENHANCE SETTING  
Automatically adjusts 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)  
Sets the video output according  
to the device connected or  
picture quality of the copied files  
when using the i.LINK connector  
to copy files.  
DV: Outputs XP/SP/1440 CBR videos. Select this when  
copying with a device that supports DV input.  
[1440 CBR]: Outputs 1440 CBR videos only. Select this  
when copying video that was recorded with [1440  
CBR] set in [QUALITY].  
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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  
Ensures 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 hard disk of the camera by your PC.  
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 SD card in the camera by your PC.  
Connect the AC adapter.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
+DELETE DATA ON HDD  
When you dispose of the  
camera, perform this to make it  
difficult to recover data on the  
HDD.  
NOTE  
In addition to this operation, it is recommended that you use  
a commercially available date erasing software to eliminate  
the risk of data recovery.  
-VIDEO NO. RESET  
.IMAGE NO. RESET  
By resetting the file number  
(name), a new folder is made.  
The new files will be stored in the  
new folder.  
It is convenient to separate  
the new files from previously  
recorded files.  
EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when  
completed.  
[CANCEL]: Cancels this function.  
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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. Video files with defective  
management information are also 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. 69)  
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 and re-attach it firmly.  
Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.  
16  
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  
ON. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation  
such as zooming.  
No display appears.  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.  
69  
Move to a place where not affected by vibration or  
excessive sound.  
The power was turned  
off accidentally.  
The drop detection function operated. Set the power/  
mode switch to OFF, and to ON again. To turn off this  
function, set [DROP DETECTION] to [OFF].  
69  
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.  
16  
The displayed amount  
of remaining battery  
power differs from the  
actual operating time.  
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.  
79  
The power does not  
turn on, or the battery  
operation time is  
extremely short even  
after the battery is  
fully charged.  
Charging may stop 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.  
18  
73  
Troubleshooting (Continued)  
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.  
12, 69  
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. (Effective dots: more than  
99.99 %)  
Colored bright spots  
appear on the LCD  
monitor.  
Recording medium is full. Delete unnecessary files or  
replace the SD card.  
Select the recording medium properly.  
37  
Recording cannot be  
performed.  
67, 68  
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.  
69  
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, DIS, 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.  
67  
Digital zoom does not  
work.  
Set focus to the automatic mode.  
Clean the lens and check the focus again.  
25  
78  
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.  
27  
The color of the  
image looks strange.  
25, 27  
27  
When the recorded image is too bright, try adjust  
brightness.  
Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone  
(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.  
28  
White balance setting  
cannot be activated.  
The continuous shooting speed will drop after repeated  
continuous shots, depending on the recording media, or  
under certain recording conditions.  
The continuous  
shooting speed is  
slow.  
74  
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.  
67, 68  
36  
Playback cannot be  
performed.  
Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone  
(MONOTONE) mode before setting white balance.  
33  
The black & white  
fader does not work.  
The driving sound (hum) of the hard disk 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.  
70  
Aspect ratio of the  
image is strange  
when watching  
images on your TV.  
Set [HDMI OUTPUT] to [AUTO].  
70  
When outputting  
video 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 play back a disc  
created with a DVD  
burner.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Trouble  
Action  
Remove protection from the files and delete them.  
37  
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.  
46, 52  
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.  
19  
The SD card cannot  
be removed from the  
camera.  
Linked operation from an i.LINK connection is not  
supported.  
When connected  
with an i.LINK  
cable, the camera  
does not operate  
even if controls are  
attempted from the  
PC, etc.  
To dub videos in high-definition, select [1440 CBR]  
quality.  
Use the i.LINK connection for dubbing.  
— Set the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)] setting to [1440  
CBR].  
67  
49  
70  
Dubbing cannot  
be done in high-  
definition.  
— Make a playlist consisted of video files of [1440 CBR]  
quality, then dub the playlist.  
50  
43  
If the [i.LINK OUTPUT (DUB)] setting is set to [1440  
CBR], videos of [XP] and [SP] qualities are not output,  
even if they are included in the playlist. If you want to  
perform dubbing in high-definition quality, do not include  
files other than 1440 CBR in the playlist.  
When connecting 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 a device using the 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.  
70  
50  
76  
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.  
CHECK LENS COVER  
Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media.  
Turn off the camera. Remove the card and insert it again.  
Turn on the camera after inserting the SD card. If the error  
message appears again, replace the card with one that is  
certified to operate correctly.  
71  
19  
HDD ERROR!  
MEMORY CARD  
ERROR!  
Appears when you attempt recording when the write/erase  
protection tab on the SD card is set to the “LOCK” position.  
37  
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.  
Register the file to an event.  
40  
19  
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 correctly.  
The hard disk was subjected to vibrations or jolts. Be careful  
not to subject the hard disk 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  
37  
Appears when an incompatible USB device is connected to  
the camera.  
Appears when the connected DVD burner is switched off. If  
you want to use the DVD burner, switch the power on.  
POWER NOT ON OR  
USB DEVICE NOT  
COMPATIBLE  
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Warning Indications (Continued)  
Indication  
Meaning/Action  
Confirm the operation procedure and try recording again.  
Replace the SD card.  
19  
RECORDING MAY NOT  
BE CORRECT ON THE  
MEMORY CARD  
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.  
Appears when you attempt adding more than 99 scenes in  
a playlist. Create a playlist with a maximum of 99 scenes.  
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PROCESSING  
CANCELLED DUE TO  
LACK OF SPACE FOR  
OPERATION  
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. After wiping with the wet cloth, 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)  
XP: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. 6.7 W (using LCD monitor)  
Approx. 6.9 W (using LCD monitor and LED  
light)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
82 mm x 75 mm x 154 mm  
(3-1/4" x 3" x 6-1/8")  
Weight  
Approx. 585 g (1.29 lbs)  
(incl. strap)  
Approx. 670 g (1.48 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  
Video: F 1.8 to 2.4, f = 3.2 mm to 32.0 mm,  
10:1 power zoom lens  
Still image: F 1.9 to 2.4, f = 4.0 mm to  
32.0 mm, 8:1 power zoom lens  
Filter diameter  
ø46.0 mm  
S output  
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω  
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω  
LCD monitor  
2.8" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT  
active matrix system  
AV output  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ  
Speaker  
USB  
Monaural  
Mini USB type A and type B, USB 2.0  
compliant  
LED Light  
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) (recommended shooting  
distance)  
Microphone  
ø3.5mm stereo mini jack  
Language  
English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/  
Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese/  
Simplified Chinese/German/Italian/Dutch/  
Russian/Persian/Arabic/Malay/Indonesian/  
Thai/Hindi/Polish/Czech/Turkish  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
Output  
DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
§
79  
Specifications (Continued)  
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  
XP  
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  
80  
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:  
Hard disk  
To avoid hazards  
... do not burn.  
Do not use the unit where it is subject to  
vibrations or loud sounds.  
If you move the unit suddenly, the drop  
detection function may operate and the power  
may be turned off. (pg. 69)  
... 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.  
LCD Monitor  
... 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.  
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.  
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.  
Main Unit  
For safety, DO NOT  
... open the camera’s chassis.  
... 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.  
... 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.  
81  
Cautions (Continued)  
... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camera is not in use.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number : GZ-HD3U  
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.  
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted  
candles, on the apparatus.  
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.  
Avoid using the unit  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
... near a television set.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C  
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or  
32°F) temperatures.  
... in places where air pressure is low (more than  
3000 m (9870 ft) above the sea level).  
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.  
DO NOT leave the unit  
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
... in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
... in direct sunlight.  
... in a closed car in summer.  
... near a heater.  
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the  
unit in high places while a cable is connected  
may result in a malfunction if the cable is  
caught and the unit falls onto the floor.  
To protect the unit, DO NOT  
... allow it to become wet.  
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration  
during transportation.  
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.  
... swing it excessively when using the hand  
strap.  
... swing the soft camera case excessively when  
the camera is inside it.  
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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MEMO  
83  
Terms  
A
AC Adapter ................................................ 16, 81  
M
Macintosh ........................................................ 63  
Manual Recording ........................................... 24  
Menu Settings ................................................. 66  
Adjust Brightness ............................................ 27  
Aperture Priority .............................................. 27  
AV/S Connection ................................. 36, 50, 70  
N
O
Nightalive ......................................................... 25  
B
C
Backlight Compensation .................................. 25  
Battery Pack ........................................ 16, 18, 81  
Brightness Control (LCD Monitor) ................... 69  
On-Screen Display .......................................... 70  
Operation Sound ............................................. 69  
P
Picture Quality ........................................... 67, 68  
Playlist ............................................................. 43  
Power-Linked Operation .................................. 12  
Preset .............................................................. 69  
Program AE ..................................................... 24  
Protecting Files ............................................... 37  
Clean-up HDD ................................................. 71  
Clock Adjust .............................................. 17, 68  
Color Bar ......................................................... 28  
Component Connection ............................ 35, 70  
Continuous Shooting ....................................... 68  
Copying (Moving) Still Images... 46, 50, 51, 52, 63  
Copying Video Files ....................... 46, 50, 52, 63  
R
S
Recordable Time/Number of Images ............... 80  
Recording Medium ........................ 23, 67, 68, 81  
Remote Control ................................... 11, 13, 69  
Resetting the Camera ..................................... 73  
Resetting the File Number ............................... 71  
D
Date/Time ........................................................ 69  
Date Display Style ........................................... 68  
Date Index Screen ........................................... 31  
Deleting Files ............................................ 37, 71  
Deleting Playlist ............................................... 45  
Demonstration Mode ....................................... 69  
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) .......................... 67  
Display on TV .................................................. 70  
DPOF .............................................................. 41  
Drop Detection ................................................ 69  
DVD Burner ..................................................... 46  
DVD Recorder ................................................. 49  
Scene Counter ................................................ 67  
SD Card .......................................................... 19  
Self-Timer ........................................................ 68  
Sharpness ....................................................... 28  
Shutter Speed ................................................. 27  
Slide Show ...................................................... 30  
Speaker Volume .............................................. 29  
Spot Exposure Control .................................... 26  
Still Image ................................................. 21, 30  
E
F
Effect ......................................................... 28, 33  
Event Registration ..................................... 22, 40  
Event Screen ................................................... 31  
External Microphone ........................... 11, 13, 67  
T
Tele Macro ....................................................... 28  
Tripod Mounting ............................................... 18  
TV .............................................................. 35, 36  
V
VCR ................................................................. 49  
Video ......................................................... 20, 29  
File Information ................................................ 39  
Focus ............................................................... 25  
Focus Assist .............................................. 25, 69  
Formatting a Recording Medium ..................... 71  
W
White Balance ................................................. 27  
Wind Cut ......................................................... 67  
Windows PC .................................................... 52  
Wipe or Fader Effects ...................................... 34  
G
H
I
Gain ................................................................. 68  
Gain Up ........................................................... 67  
Z
Zebra ............................................................... 28  
Zooming .................................................... 22, 67  
Hard Disk ........................................................ 81  
HDMI Connection ...................................... 35, 70  
i.LINK Connection ..................................... 49, 70  
Image Rotation ................................................ 30  
Image Size ...................................................... 68  
L
Language Setting ...................................... 17, 68  
LCD Monitor ........................................ 12, 14, 81  
LED Light ........................................................ 22  
Lens Cover ...................................................... 18  
Printed in Japan  
0707FOH-AL-VP  
US  
© 2007 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  

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