JVC LYT1997 001A M User Manual

LYT1997-001A-M  
INSTRUCTIONS  
EN SP  
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES  
Dear Customers  
HD MEMORY CAMERA  
VIDEOCÁMARA HD CON MEMORIA  
Thank you for purchasing this HD  
memory camera. Before use, please  
read the safety information and  
U
precautions contained on pages 2 and 3  
to ensure safe use of this product.  
GZ-HM200  
For Future Reference:  
Enter the Model No. (located on the  
bottom of the HD memory camera) and  
Serial No. (located on the battery pack  
mount of the HD memory camera) below.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
Apreciado cliente  
Gracias por la compra de esta  
videocámara HD con memoria. Antes de  
usarla, lea la información de seguridad  
y las precauciones contenidas en las  
páginas 2 y 3 para garantizar un uso  
seguro de este producto.  
Para futuras consultas:  
Escriba a continuación el número  
de modelo (situado en la base de  
la videocámara HD con memoria)  
y el número de serie (situado en el  
compartimiento de la batería de la  
videocámara HD con memoria).  
Please read the instruction manual prior to  
connecting or operating this product.  
Número de modelo.  
Número de serie.  
Por favor, lea el manual de instrucciones antes  
de conectar u operar este producto.  
For more details on the operations,  
refer to the GUIDEBOOK in the  
supplied CD-ROM.  
Para obtener más información sobre las  
operaciones, consulte la GUÍA incluida  
en el CD-ROM suministrado.  
ENGLISH  
CASTELLANO  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install  
in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such  
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by  
the manufacturer.  
10.Use only with the cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by  
the manufacturer,  
or sold with the  
apparatus. When a cart  
is used, use caution  
Remember that this camcorder is intended for  
private consumer use only.  
Any commercial use without proper permission  
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such  
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal  
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you  
obtain permission beforehand.)  
Trademarks  
AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony  
Corporation.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol  
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
x.v.Coloris 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.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Inc.  
YouTubeTM and the YouTube logo are  
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of  
YouTube LLC.  
when moving the cart/  
apparatus combination  
to avoid injury from  
tip-over.  
iTunes, iMovie and iPhoto are trademarks of  
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
Other product and company names included  
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.  
in this instruction manual are trademarks  
and/or registered trademarks of their respective  
holders.  
If this symbol is shown, it is only  
valid in the European Union.  
3
Easy Start Guide  
Charge the battery before recording  
Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack.  
Access lamp  
blinks: Accessing files  
Power/charge lamp  
blinks: Charging  
goes out: Charging finished  
Do not remove the  
AC adapter, the  
Open the cover  
battery pack or the  
SD card when the  
lamp is blinking.  
CAUTION  
Charge the battery pack  
before use. (p. 18)  
Battery Pack  
Be sure to use JVC battery  
packs. If you use any other  
battery packs besides JVC  
battery packs, safety and  
performance can not be  
guaranteed.  
The battery pack  
is not charged  
at the time of  
purchase.  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
Insert the SD Card  
Press Power ( ) button to turn off the  
camcorder.  
Grip Adjustment  
Adjust the strap and fasten.  
Grip Strap  
Fasten  
(
)
B
A
Tab  
Slot B Slot A  
Insert and remove an SD card  
only while the power is turned off.  
Otherwise, data on the card may be  
corrupted.  
Format an SD card when using it for  
the first time ( p. 21)  
Do not pull the strap when you open  
the fasten. Please pull the tab to open  
it.  
Fasten the belt when you grip the  
camcorder.  
When carrying the camcorder, please  
be careful not to drop it.  
4
Date/Time Setting  
Open the LCD monitor to  
Select the city closest to  
Qturn on the camcorder  
Tthe area where you use  
the camcorder  
Power Button  
(
)
LCD monitor  
AREA SETTING  
JAN.10.2009 01:00AM  
SET  
QUIT  
Select [ON] or [OFF]  
Select [ON] if daylight saving time is  
effective.  
U
V
Select [YES] within  
R10 seconds  
Slide your finger up and down on the  
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)  
sensor. Then touch OK.  
OFF  
JAN.10.2009 01:00AM  
SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
QUIT  
SET  
SET DATE/TIME!  
YES  
NO  
SET  
ON: Clock is advanced 1 hour from the  
normal time which you set.  
OFF: Deactivates the function.  
When the message disappears,  
press the power button for at  
least 2 seconds to turn off the  
power, and then press it again  
for at least 2 seconds.  
Set the date and time  
Touch sensor: Sets the date and  
time.  
: Moves the cursor to the right.  
OK: Clock starts.  
}
Touch the sensors with your  
finger. The sensors do not  
function if you touch them with  
your finger nail or with gloves on.  
CLOCK SETTING  
DATE  
TIME  
08  
NOV  
1
2009  
54  
PM  
GMT+9:00  
Select [CLOCK SETTING]  
SAVE  
QUIT  
S
CLOCK ADJUST  
CLOCK SETTING  
AREA SETTING  
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME  
QUIT  
SET  
5
Video recording  
CAUTION  
This camcorder records video in accordance with the AVCHD format.  
Try recording with easy [AUTO] mode first.  
Select ! (video) mode  
Q
Select recording mode  
R
The auto recording  
indicator appears.  
PLAY/REC  
[
]
3 h 59 m  
0 : 04 : 01  
M
Start recording  
S
Remaining space on the SD card.  
Record-  
standby  
Video  
Quality  
Press the START/  
STOP button to start  
recording, and press  
it again to stop.  
[
]
3 h 59 m  
0 : 04 : 01  
DC  
REC  
Recording  
6
Playing back  
Select playback mode  
Q
R
S
PLAY/REC  
The mode changes when  
you press the button.  
Select the desired file  
Index screen  
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
1/2  
NOV. 01.2009 04:55PM  
DIGEST  
Select F(Touch OK)  
Playback screen  
0. 00 : 00  
JAN.1.2009  
04 :55 PM  
To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (p. 28)  
To view files on TV (p. 30)  
CAUTION  
Don’t forget to make copies after recording!  
To copy files onto discs (p. 33)  
To dub files using a VCR/DVD recorder (p. 36)  
To edit files on your computer (p. 38)  
7
JVC Software Licence Agreement  
JVC SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT  
4 LIMITED WARRANTY  
JVC warrants that any media in which the  
Program is embodied are free from any defects  
in materials and workmanship for a period of  
thirty (30) days from the date of Your purchasing  
any our products accompanying the Program.  
JVC’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy  
in connection with the Program shall be  
replacement of such defective media. EXCEPT  
FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED  
HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY  
APPLICABLE LAW, JVC AND ITS LICENSORS  
DISCLAIM ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER  
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT  
NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES  
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN REGARD TO  
THE PROGRAM AND THE ACCOMPANYING  
PRINTED MATERIALS. SHOULD THERE BE  
ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED  
BY THE PROGRAM, YOU SHOULD SETTLE  
ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST  
AND EXPENSE.  
IMPORTANT  
TO CUSTOMERS: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO  
READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING  
OR USING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM  
NAMED “DIGITAL PHOTO NAVIGATOR”  
(“Program”) ON YOUR PC.  
The right to use the Program is granted by Victor  
Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only  
on the condition that You agree to the following.  
Should You not agree to the terms hereof, You  
may not install or use the Program. HOWEVER,  
INSTALLING OR USING THE PROGRAM  
INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE  
TERMS AND CONDITIONS.  
1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP  
You acknowledge that all copyrights and other  
intellectual property rights in the Program are  
owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain  
vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is  
protected under the copyright law of Japan and  
other countries, and related Conventions.  
5 LIMITED LIABILITY  
2 GRANT OF LICENCE  
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE  
LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL JVC AND ITS  
LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,  
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, REGARDLESS  
OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN  
CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING  
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE  
OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM,  
EVEN IF JVC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE  
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.YOU  
WILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS  
JVC FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY OR  
COST ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY  
CONNECTED TO CLAIMS FROM ANY THIRD  
PARTY RELATING TO THE USE OF THE  
PROGRAM.  
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JVC grants to You a non-exclusive right to  
use the Program.You may install and use the  
Program on a HDD or other storage devices  
incorporated in Your PC.  
(2) You may make one (1) copy of the Program  
solely for your personal backup or archival  
purposes.  
3 RESTRICTION ON THE PROGRAM  
(1) You may not reverse engineer, decompile,  
disassemble, revise or modify the Program,  
except to the extent that expressly permitted  
by applicable law.  
(2) You may not copy or use the Program, in  
whole or in part, other than as expressly  
specified in this Agreement.  
(3) You have no right to grant a licence to use  
the Program, and may not distribute, rent,  
lease or transfer the Program to any third  
party or otherwise let them use the Program.  
8
NOTE  
6 TERM  
If You acquired the Program in Germany, the  
provisions of Sections 4 (Limited Warranty)  
and 5 (Limited Liability) provided above will be  
replaced with those of the German version of this  
Agreement.  
This Agreement will become effective on the date  
when You install and use the Program on Your  
machine, and continue to be in effect until the  
termination under the following provision.  
Should You breach any provision of this  
Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement  
without giving any notice to You. In this event,  
JVC may claim against You for any damages  
caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement  
be terminated, You must immediately destroy the  
Program stored in Your machine (including the  
erasing from any memory in Your PC), and no  
longer own such Program.  
CAUTIONS:  
Operate this equipment according to the  
operating procedures described in this manual.  
Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any  
other CD-ROM to run this software.  
Do not attempt to modify this software.  
Changes or modifications not approved by  
JVC could void user’s authority to operate the  
equipment.  
7 EXPORT CONTROL  
You agree that You will not ship, transfer or  
export the Program or underlying information  
and technology to any countries to which Japan  
and other relevant countries have initiated an  
embargo on such goods.  
How to handle a CD-ROM  
Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror  
surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do  
not write anything or put a sticker on either  
the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM  
gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth  
outward from the center hole.  
8 U.S. GOVERNMENT USER  
If You are an agency of the United States of  
America (the “Government”), You acknowledge  
JVC’s representation that the Program is  
a “Commercial Item” as defined in Federal  
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 2.101 (g)  
consisting unpublished “Commercial Computer  
Software” as those items are used at FAR part  
12.212 and is only licenced to You with the same  
use rights JVC grants all commercial end users  
pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.  
Do not use conventional disc cleaners or  
cleaning spray.  
Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror  
surface.  
Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or  
humid environment. Keep it away from direct  
sunlight.  
9 GENERAL  
(1) No modification, change, addition, deletion  
or other alternation of or to this Agreement  
will be valid unless reduced to writing and  
signed by an authorized representative of  
JVC.  
You can find the latest information (in  
English) on the provided software program  
jvc-victor.co.jp/english/global-e.html  
(2) If any part of this Agreement is held  
invalid by or in conflict with any law having  
jurisdiction over this Agreement, the  
remaining provisions will remain in full force  
and effect.  
(3) This Agreement shall be governed by and  
interpreted under the laws of Japan. The  
Tokyo District Court has jurisdiction over all  
disputes which may arise with respect to the  
execution, interpretation and performance of  
this Agreement.  
Victor Company of Japan, Limited  
9
Read This First!  
Make a backup of important recorded data  
JVC will not be responsible for any lost data.  
It is recommended to copy your important  
recorded data to a disc or other recording  
media for storage. (p. 35)  
How to use the Touch Sensor  
After the menu is displayed on the LCD  
monitor:  
VIDEO  
Make a trial recording  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
DUBBING PLAYBACK  
REC  
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. We  
recommend you to use the same recording  
media when performing both the trial recording  
and the actual recording.  
PLAYBACK OTHER FILE  
EDIT  
CAN BE SET TO PREVENT COPY  
SET  
QUIT  
Q Slide your finger up and down on the  
sensor.  
R Select [SET]. (Touch OK.)  
Reset the camcorder if it does not operate  
correctly  
Close the LCD monitor and remove the power  
supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the  
camcorder, then reattach it.  
CAUTION  
Touch the sensors with your finger. The  
sensors do not function if you touch them  
with your fingernail or with gloves on.  
Precautions on handling batteries  
Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF808U/  
VF815U/VF823U battery packs. This product  
includes patented and other proprietary  
technology and is made to be used with the  
JVC battery and not with other batteries.  
JVC cannot guarantee safety or  
A
performance of this product when it is  
operated by other batteries  
If the camcorder is subjected to electrostatic  
discharge, turn off the power before using it  
again.  
B
A
B
To select an on-screen button appearing  
on the left side, touch the portion of the  
sensor next to the on-screen button.  
To select an on-screen button appearing at  
the bottom of the screen, touch the buttons  
underneath them.  
If a malfunction occurs, stop using the  
camcorder immediately and contact  
Recorded data may be erased while the  
camcorder is being repaired or inspected.  
Back up all data before requesting repairs or  
inspections.  
Read these INSTRUCTIONS  
to enjoy your CAMCORDER.  
For more details on the  
Because camcorders may be used  
for demonstration in a shop, the  
demonstration mode is set to [ON] by  
default  
To deactivate the demonstration mode, set  
[DEMO MODE] to [OFF].  
operations, refer to the  
GUIDEBOOK in the supplied  
CD-ROM.  
In order to view the GUIDEBOOK, Adobe®  
Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe® Reader®  
must be installed.  
When Using an SD Card  
Operations are confirmed on the following  
SD cards:  
Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC  
card. Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP  
SD card (256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
Adobe® Reader® can be loaded from  
Adobe’s web site:  
NOTE  
For UXP mode, use Class 6 or higher.  
If other media are used, they may fail to  
record data correctly, or they may lose data  
that had already been recorded.  
MultiMediaCards are not supported.  
Select your desired language with a  
single click.  
The model name is indicated on the  
bottom of your camcorder.  
10  
Contents  
GETTING STARTED  
EDITING  
Accessories .......................................... 12  
Attaching the Core Filter..............................12  
Preparing the Remote Control.....................13  
Managing Files...................................... 32  
Capturing a Still Image from a Video...........32  
Deleting Files...............................................32  
Index ...................................................... 14  
Indications on LCD Monitor................. 16  
COPYING  
Necessary Settings before Use........... 18  
Charging the Battery Pack...........................18  
Date/Time Setting........................................19  
Copying Files........................................ 33  
Copying/Moving Files ..................................33  
Using a BD/DVD Burner .............................34  
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder.......36  
Other Settings....................................... 20  
Language Setting ........................................20  
Tripod Mounting...........................................20  
Using an SD Card........................................21  
Creating a Disc using a PC.................. 37  
Creating a Disc using a PC .........................37  
Using with a Portable Media Player .... 42  
Turning on the Export Mode ........................42  
Changing the Export Setting .......................42  
Transferring the Files to PC.........................42  
RECORDING/PLAYBACK  
Recording Files..................................... 22  
Video Recording..........................................22  
Still Image Recording ..................................23  
Zooming.......................................................24  
LED Light.....................................................24  
Turning on the Face Detection Mode...........25  
Checking the Remaining Battery Power......25  
Checking the Remaining Space on the  
Uploading Files to Websites................ 43  
Turning on the Upload Mode .......................43  
Uploading Files............................................43  
MENU SETTINGS  
Recording Media........................................25  
Changing the Menu Settings............... 44  
Manual Recording ................................ 26  
Changing to Manual Recording Mode.........26  
Manual Setting in Menu...............................26  
FURTHER INFORMATION  
Playing Back Files................................ 28  
Video/Still Image Playback .........................28  
Playback with Special Effects......................29  
Troubleshooting.................................... 44  
Warning Indications ............................. 46  
Cleaning ................................................ 47  
Specifications ....................................... 48  
Cautions ................................................ 50  
Terms..................................................... 52  
USING WITH TV  
Viewing Files on TV .............................. 30  
Connection with TV......................................30  
Playback Operation .....................................30  
Operating Together with TV via HDMI...........31  
11  
Accessories  
AC Adapter  
AP-V21U  
Battery Pack  
BN-VF808U  
Component Cable  
Audio/Video Cable  
USB Cable  
CD-ROM  
Remote Control  
RM-V751U  
Lithium Battery  
CR2025  
Pre-installed in the  
remote control unit.  
(x 1)  
(x 2)  
(Component Cable)  
(USB Cable and AC  
Adapter)  
Core Filter  
NOTE  
Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.  
Attaching the Core Filter  
The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end  
of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder.  
Release the stopper.  
3 cm (1-3/16")  
Component cable and  
USB cable:Wind once.  
AC Adapter:Wind twice.  
To be connected to the  
camcorder.  
12  
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  
Remote Sensor  
To Reinsert the Battery  
Pull out the battery holder by pressing the  
lock tab.  
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.  
13  
Index  
DC  
NOTE  
Be careful not to cover 3, 4, 5, 6and 7  
during shooting.  
The LCD monitor can rotate 270°.  
14  
Camcorder  
Remote Control  
! Touch sensor  
Q Infrared Beam Transmitting Window  
R ZOOM (T/W) Buttons  
(Zoom in/out during playback.)  
S Up Button  
T Skip Backward Button  
U Left Button  
V Back Button  
W PLAYLIST Button  
X START/STOP Button  
Y S.SHOT (Snapshot) Button  
Z INFO Button  
a Skip Forward Button  
b PLAY/PAUSE/SET Button  
c Right Button  
# LCD Monitor  
$ SD Cover  
% SD Card Slot B (p. 21)  
& SD Card Slot A (p. 21)  
( Audio/Video Connector [AV] (p. 30, 36)  
) HDMI Mini Connector [HDMI] (p. 30)  
* Component Connector [COMPONENT]  
(p. 30)  
+ Direct Disc Button [DIRECT DISC]  
(p. 35)/Information Button [INFO]  
(p. 25)  
, Mode Switch [!, #]  
- Export Button [EXPORT] (p. 42)  
. Playback/Recording Mode Switching  
Button [PLAY/REC]  
d Next Button  
e Down Button  
f INDEX Button*  
g DISP Button  
/ Upload Button [UPLOAD] (p. 43)  
0 Power Switch [  
]
(You can turn off the camcorder by  
pressing and holding this button.)  
1 Menu Button [MENU] (p. 44)  
2 OK Button [OK]  
NOTE  
You can move the zooming area with the up/  
down/left/right button during zoom in playback  
mode.  
3 LED Light (p. 24)  
4 Lens Cover/Lens  
5 Stereo Microphone  
6 Remote Sensor  
7 Camera Sensor  
8 Video Recording Start/Stop Button  
[START/STOP] (p. 22)  
* Each time you press INDEX, the screen  
switches as shown below:  
9 Access Lamp [ACCESS] (Blinks when you  
access files. Do not turn off the power or  
remove the battery pack/AC adapter while  
accessing files.)  
Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE]  
(Blinks when you charge the battery.)  
: Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT]  
(p. 22, 23)  
! mode:  
Index Screen Group Index Screen  
# mode:  
Index Screen Date Index Screen  
; Zoom Lever [W 7,T] (p. 24)  
Speaker Volume Control [–VOL+] (p. 28)  
< Speaker  
= DC Connector [DC] (p. 18)  
> USB Connector [ ] (p. 34, 38)  
2
? Grip Strap  
@ Fasten  
A Belt Strap  
B Stud Hole  
C Tripod Mounting Socket (p. 20)  
D Battery Release Button [BATT.] (p. 18)  
15  
Indications on LCD Monitor  
During both Video and Still Image  
Recording  
During Video Recording Only  
[3h59m]  
RE C  
LIB.  
0:04:01  
PHOTO  
1/4000  
0.0  
W
T
LCD  
NOV.10. 2009 4:55PM  
! Mode Indicator  
# Export Mode Indicator (p. 42)  
$ Counter  
% Upload Mode Indicator (p. 43)  
& Video Quality  
( Remaining Time  
! Selected Operation Mode Indicator  
(p. 26)  
: Auto Mode  
@
3 : Manual Mode  
# Effect Mode Indicator  
)
REC: (Appears during recording.)  
: (Appears during record-standby  
M
$ Tele Macro Mode Indicator  
% LED Light Indicator (p. 24)  
& Scene Select Mode Indicator  
( Quick Review Indicator (p. 22)  
) Zoom Indicator (p. 24)  
* SD Card Slot Indicator (p. 21)  
: Slot A (Default Setting)  
MQ  
mode.)  
* Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator  
(Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].)  
+ Auto Switch Rec Media Indicator  
, Wind Cut Indicator  
- Shooting Indicator (p. 22)  
. Event Indicator  
/ x.v.Color™ Indicator  
B
: Slot B  
+ White Balance Indicator  
, Monitor Backlight Indicator  
- Battery Indicator  
. Date/Time (p. 19)  
During Still Image Recording Only  
/ Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator  
0 - : Backlight Compensation Indicator  
: Face Detection Mode Indicator  
(p. 25)  
FINE [9999]  
1 Brightness Control Indicator  
. : Photometry Area Control Indicator  
2 Shutter Speed  
10  
PHOTO  
! Mode Indicator  
# Focus Indicator (p. 23)  
$ Image Size Indicator  
% Image Quality Indicator  
& Remaining Number of Shots  
( Shooting Indicator (p. 23)  
) Shutter Mode Indicator  
* Self-Timer Indicator  
16  
During Video Playback  
During Still Image Playback  
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! Mode Indicator  
! Mode Indicator  
# Folder/File Number  
$ Slide Show Playback Indicator  
% Card Slot Indicator  
& Battery Indicator  
( Date/Time (p. 19)  
) Output with 1080p  
# Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (p. 29)  
$ 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears  
when playing back a playlist.)  
DIGEST: Digest Indicator (p. 28)  
% Video Quality  
& Counter  
( Playback Mode (p. 28)  
:Playback  
F
:Pause  
Q
:Forward Search  
K
:Reverse Search  
J
:Forward Slow-Motion  
G
:Reverse Slow-Motion  
E
(The number on the left shows speed.)  
) Card Slot Indicator  
* Battery Indicator  
+ Date/Time (p. 19)  
, Volume Level Indicator  
- Output with 1080p  
To display indication modes on LCD  
monitor  
In playback mode:  
1) Select [ON-SCREEN DISPLAY] from the  
MENU.  
2) Select the desired setting:  
No indications/All indications/Only date  
and time/Display date for 5 seconds  
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Necessary Settings before Use  
Required charging/recording time  
(approx.)  
Charging the Battery Pack  
*When the LED light is off and the monitor  
backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.  
1
2
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the  
camcorder.  
Battery pack  
Charging time  
Recording  
time  
BN-VF808U  
(Provided)  
1 hr. 50 min.  
1 hr. 25 min.*  
Attach the battery pack, then  
connect the AC adapter.  
BN-VF815U  
BN-VF823U  
2 hr. 40 min.  
3 hr. 40 min.  
3 hr.*  
With the “ ” (arrow) on the battery pack  
pointing at the correct direction, slide the  
battery pack until it locks in place.  
4 hr. 30 min.*  
DC connector  
Charge  
Lamp  
To detach the battery pack  
Slide and hold BATT., then remove the  
battery pack.  
Arrow  
AC Adapter  
To AC Outlet  
(110V to 240V)  
The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate  
charging has started.  
NOTE  
When the lamp goes out, charging is  
finished.  
You can also use the camcorder with just  
the AC adapter.  
The actual recording time may shorten  
depending on the recording environment,  
such as when recording scenes with fast  
moving subject.  
To check the remaining battery power  
See page 25.  
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  
8
9
Set the date and time.  
Select the item by using the touch sensor  
and select [ ] to set.  
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1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
CLOCK SETTING  
2
3
Touch MENU.  
DATE  
TIME  
08  
NOV  
1
2009  
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PM  
Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].  
GMT+ 9:00  
VIDEO  
SAVE  
QUIT  
WIND CUT  
AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA  
>
>
DISPLAY SETTINGS  
Select [SAVE].  
BASIC SETTINGS  
CONFIGURE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
SET  
QUIT  
To reset the setting, select [QUIT]  
4
5
6
Select [CLOCK ADJUST].  
Setting the clock to local time when  
traveling  
DISPLAY SETTINGS  
LANGUAGE  
CLOCK ADJUST  
After performing steps 1 - 4  
DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
MONITOR BRIGHT  
5
Select [AREA SETTING].  
SET DATE AND TIME  
SET  
QUIT  
CLOCK ADJUST  
CLOCK SETTING  
AREA SETTING  
Select [CLOCK SETTING].  
CLOCK ADJUST  
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
CLOCK SETTING  
SET WHEN IN ANOTHER COUNTRY  
SET  
AREA SETTING  
QUIT  
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
SET THE CITY, DATE AND TIME  
SET  
6
Select the city closest to the area  
you are traveling.  
QUIT  
Selected area is highlighted  
Select the city closest to the area  
where you use the camcorder.  
Select the area by using the touch sensor.  
AREA SETTING  
Principal city of  
Selected area is highlighted  
the selected area  
Time difference to  
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AREA SETTING  
GMT  
SET  
QUIT  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
To quit the screen  
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.
@
SET  
QUIT  
Touch the MENU button.  
7
Select [ON] if daylight saving time is  
effective.  
ON: Clock is  
advanced 1 hour  
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)  
from the normal  
OFF  
time which you  
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set.  
SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME  
SET  
QUIT  
OFF: Deactivates  
the function.  
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Other Settings  
Language Setting  
Tripod Mounting  
Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod  
stud, and the mounting socket with the screw,  
and lock it in place.  
The language on the display can be changed.  
1
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
2
3
Touch MENU.  
Bottom of the  
Camcorder  
Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS].  
VIDEO  
WIND CUT  
AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA  
>
>
DISPLAY SETTINGS  
BASIC SETTINGS  
CONFIGURE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
SET  
QUIT  
4
Select [LANGUAGE].  
DISPLAY SETTINGS  
LANGUAGE  
NOTE  
CLOCK ADJUST  
DATE DISPLAY STYLE  
MONITOR BRIGHT  
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel  
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious  
damage to the camcorder.  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE  
SET  
QUIT  
5
Select the desired language.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT]  
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NOTE  
Using an SD Card  
Insert and remove the SD card only while  
the power is turned off. Otherwise, data on  
the card may be corrupted.  
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse  
side of the label.  
Operations are confirmed on the following SD  
cards:  
Class 4 or higher compatible SD or SDHC card.  
Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP SD card  
(256 MB to 2 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB to 32  
GB)  
Change the recording medium  
For UXP mode, use Class 6 or higher.  
If other media are used, they may fail to  
record data correctly, or they may lose data  
that had already been recorded.  
MultiMediaCards are not supported.  
Cards used to record video on this  
camcorder cannot be played back on other  
devices.  
Some card readers (including internal card  
readers in PCs) may not be able to support  
SDHC format. If you use an SDHC card for  
recording and encounter any reading error,  
the card reader you are using, might be a  
non-SDHC supported device. Please use  
the camcorder or other SDHC compatible  
devices to access the card.  
Video data may not be recorded onto the  
SD cards on which video data have already  
been recorded using the devices from other  
manufacturers.  
The camcorder is programmed to record in  
[SLOT A] when it is shipped from the factory.  
You can change the recording medium to  
[SLOT B].  
From the MENU.  
Set [VIDEO SLOT SELECTION] and  
[IMAGE SLOT SELECTION] to [SLOT A]  
or [SLOT B].  
MEDIA SETTINGS  
SLOT  
A
I
SLOT  
B
F
SET  
QUIT  
INFORMATION  
Recording media switches automatically  
from Slot A to Slot B and vise versa after the  
card in the selected slot is full.  
You can conveniently record your video  
and shoot still image in separate SD cards  
by selecting the card slot (A or B) for each  
purpose.  
Insert an SD card  
Preparation:  
Press Power ( ) button to turn off the  
camcorder.  
1
Open the SD card cover.  
Push the cover up gently, to open it.  
Format an SD card when using it for the  
first time  
2
Firmly insert the card with its clipped  
edge first.  
From the MENU.  
Select [FORMAT SD CARD] to format  
the card.  
Clipped  
Edge  
MEDIA SETTINGS  
VIDEO SLOT SELECTION  
IMAGE SLOT SELECTION  
FORMAT SD CARD  
3
ERASE ALL DATA ON  
Close the SD card cover.  
SET  
QUIT  
To remove an SD card  
Push the SD card once.  
After the card comes out a little, pull it out.  
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Recording Files  
Video Recording  
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.  
Insert an SD card.  
Press PLAY/REC to select the recording  
mode.  
Select ! (video) mode.  
PLAY/REC  
[3 h 59 m]  
0:00:00  
SNAPSHOT  
Press START/STOP to start recording.  
[3 h 59 m]  
0:00:01 REC  
Approximate remaining time  
for recording  
You can also start/stop recording by selecting  
[REC] on the LCD monitor (On-screen  
recording control).  
To stop recording  
Press the START/STOP button or select  
[REC] again.  
To view the video you just recorded  
To record a still image during video  
recording  
Press SNAPSHOT.  
To record a video clip (approx. 10  
minutes)  
See page 43.  
Select  
while recording is paused.  
A
Selecting $ during playback deletes that  
scene.  
To turn on the face detection mode  
To change the video quality  
Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY]  
from the MENU.  
See page 25.  
NOTE  
The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn the camcorder’s power off and  
then on again.  
If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to  
conserve power. To turn the camcorder on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor  
and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.  
After recording video for 12 consecutive hours, recording stops automatically. To ensure continuous  
recording, set the [AUTO SWITCH REC MEDIA] to [ON] before you start recording.  
A new file will be created for every 4 GB of continuous shooting.  
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Still Image Recording  
Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder.  
Insert an SD card.  
Press PLAY/REC to select the recording  
mode.  
Select # (still image) mode.  
PLAY/REC  
Press and hold SNAPSHOT halfway.  
FINE  
The ? indicator becomes green when the  
captured image is focused.  
Press SNAPSHOT fully to take the picture.  
FINE [9999]  
PHOTO  
To record still images continuously  
Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in  
[SHUTTER MODE] from the MENU.  
To change the aspect ratio of the image  
Change the settings in [IMAGE SIZE] from  
the MENU.  
To view the last recorded image  
Select  
after shooting.  
A
Selecting $ during playback deletes that  
image.  
To change the image quality  
Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY]  
from the MENU.  
To turn on the face detection mode  
See page 25.  
NOTE  
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording.  
If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off  
automatically to conserve power. To turn on the camcorder again when using the battery pack,  
close the LCD monitor and open it again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation  
such as zooming.  
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Recording Files (Continued)  
Zooming  
LED Light  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
W: Wide angle  
T: Telephoto  
The LED light remains on  
regardless of the surrounding  
conditions.  
ON  
You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting  
[W] or [T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen  
zoom control)  
The LED light turns on  
automatically when shooting in  
insufficient light conditions.  
AUTO  
OFF  
Maximum zoom ratio: 20X/OPTICAL (Factory-  
preset)  
Deactivates this function.  
To change the maximum zoom ratio (for  
! mode only)  
Change the settings in [ZOOM] from the  
MENU.  
NOTE  
Macro shooting is possible as close as  
approx. 5 cm (2”) to the subject when the  
zoom lever is set all the way to W.  
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NOTE  
Turning on the Face Detection Mode  
The recordable time display should only be  
used as a guide. It is displayed in 10-minute  
units.  
If you set this mode on, the camcorder detects  
the faces and adjust brightness and focus so  
that the faces are recorded clearly.  
Checking the Remaining Space  
on the Recording Media  
Preparation:  
• Select ! or # mode.  
• Select the recording mode.  
Preparation:  
Select  
.
Select ! mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
T
Press the INFO button once (Slot A) or  
twice (Slot B).  
MAX RECORDING TIME  
DIRECT  
DISC  
SLOT B  
0h00m  
/
0h00m  
0h00m  
0h00m  
To turn off the face detection mode  
Select again.  
INFO  
SET  
QUIT  
The maximum recording time is displayed for  
each picture quality mode.  
NOTE  
If the LCD monitor is turned upside down,  
is not displayed. Change the setting when  
the LCD monitor is in the normal position.  
Depending on the condition, faces may not  
be detected.  
To change the video quality  
1) Select the video quality.  
2) Select [SET].  
To change the recording media  
1) Press INFO to select SLOT A or  
SLOT B.  
If the face detection does not work correctly,  
turn off the mode before recording.  
2) Select [SET].  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
Checking the Remaining Battery  
Power  
Preparation:  
Disconnect the AC adapter from the  
camcorder.  
Attach the battery pack.  
Select the recording mode.  
For ! mode:  
Press INFO three times or INFO and then  
select  
.
;
For # mode:  
Press the INFO button.  
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DIRECT  
DISC  
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OKP  
INFO  
QUIT  
To return to the normal screen  
Select [QUIT] or press INFO.  
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Manual Recording  
Manual recording mode enables you to set the  
focus and screen brightness, etc. manually.  
Manual Setting in Menu  
In the manual recording mode;  
Changing to Manual Recording Mode  
Preparation:  
1
Touch MENU.  
2
Select [MANUAL SETTING].  
Select ! or # mode.  
VIDEO  
Select the recording mode.  
MANUAL SETTING  
Select [A/M] twice.  
LIGHT  
[3 h 59 m]  
REGISTER EVENT  
VIDEO QUALITY  
USE DETAIL SETTINGS BASED  
SET  
QUIT  
/
3
Select the desired menu.  
VIDEO  
To return to the auto recording mode  
Select [A/M] so that the 4 indicator appears.  
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS  
SHUTTER SPEED  
WB  
BACKLIGHT COMP.  
TO CORRECT BACKLIT SUBJECT  
SET  
QUIT  
4
Select the desired setting.  
VIDEO  
A
OFF  
S
W
ON  
SET  
QUIT  
Depending on the kind of settings you  
select, you can set the value by using the  
touch sensor.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
To quit the screen  
.
@
Select [QUIT].  
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Items for effect setting  
Scene Select/Effect  
J SEPIA:  
The image is given a brownish tint like an  
old photo.  
Scene Select  
You can record videos or still images with  
optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure  
and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or  
the subject.  
K MONOTONE:  
This effect skips frames to give images of  
an old movie atmosphere.  
L CLASSIC FILM*:  
Effect  
The image is given an old movie  
atmosphere by the effect of skipping  
frames.  
You can record videos or still images with  
special effects.  
After performing steps 1 - 2 on left column.  
M STROBE*:  
The image looks like a series of  
consecutive snapshots.  
3
Select [SCENE SELECT] or  
[EFFECT].  
* ! mode only.  
4
Select the desired setting.  
To cancel scene select/effect  
Select [OFF].  
Items for scene select setting  
5 NIGHT:  
Records with more sensitivity in dim  
locations by adjusting the shutter speed  
automatically.  
3 TWILIGHT:  
Makes evening scenes look more natural.  
PORTRAIT:  
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The subject in the foreground is  
accentuated by blurring the background.  
H SPORTS:  
Records fast moving subjects clearly.  
G SNOW:  
Compensates for subjects that may  
appear too dark when shooting in  
extremely bright surroundings, such as  
in snow.  
/ SPOTLIGHT:  
Select this when a spotlight makes a  
subject appear too bright.  
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PLAYBACK  
Playing Back Files  
3
Select the desired file.  
Video/Still Image Playback  
Preparation:  
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
Insert an SD card.  
1
Select ! (video) or # (still image)  
To move to the previous or next page  
Touch [v] or [V] for over a second.  
To play back a few seconds from each  
select scene of the recorded videos  
Touch [DIGEST].  
mode.  
To delete a video/still image  
2
Press the PLAY/REC button to select  
playback mode.  
Select $ when playback is stopped.  
To change the number of thumbnails  
(6 thumbnails / 12 thumbnails)  
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
1/2  
PLAY/REC  
Move the zoom lever to [T] or [W].  
To adjust the sound volume of videos.  
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DIGEST  
Turn down the  
volume  
Turn up the  
volume  
IMAGE PLAYBACK  
1/2  
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The index screen appears.  
Operations during Video Playback  
Operations during Still Image  
Playback  
: Return to the first scene of the file  
: Go to the first scene of the next file  
: Playback  
!
#
$
N
O
F
Q
L
J
E
: Change playback order of slide show  
in reverse direction  
: Change playback order of slide show  
in forward direction  
: Start the slide show  
: End the slide show  
: Return to the index screen  
: Display the previous file  
: Display the next file  
!
#
$
P
F
: Pause  
: Return to the index screen  
: Reverse search (during playback)  
: Frame-by-frame playback in reverse  
direction (during pause)*  
: Forward search (during playback)  
: Frame-by-frame playback in forward  
%
&
F
Q
L
N
O
%
&
(
(
K
G
direction (during pause)*  
* Slow playback starts when you keep  
touching the sensor button under  
for a while.  
/
E G  
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Items for WIPE/FADER setting  
Playback with Special Effects  
O FADER-WHITE:  
Fades in or out with a white screen.  
P FADER-BLACK:  
Wipe or fader effects  
Add effects at the beginning and end of  
videos. These effects cannot be set for still  
images.  
Fades in or out with a black screen.  
T WIPE-SLIDE:  
Wipes in from right to left, or wipes out in  
the opposite way.  
Preparation:  
U WIPE-DOOR:  
Select ! mode.  
Wipes in as the two halves of a black  
screen which open to the left and right  
revealing the scene, or wipes out in the  
opposite way.  
Select the playback mode.  
1
Touch MENU.  
V WIPE-SCROLL:  
2
Select [WIPE/FADER].  
Wipes in from the bottom to the top of a  
black screen, or wipes out in the opposite  
way.  
VIDEO  
REC  
DUBBING PLAYBACK  
PLAYBACK OTHER FILE  
EDIT  
W WIPE-SHUTTER:  
WAPE/FADER  
Wipes in from the center of a black  
screen toward the top and bottom, or  
wipes out in the opposite way.  
CREATE EFFECTS TO THE START  
SET  
QUIT  
3
Select a desired effect.  
For details on each effect, see the right  
column.  
NOTE  
No effect will be applied on files with a play  
time shorter than 7 seconds.  
VIDEO  
OFF  
REC  
D
P
FADER-WHITE  
E
FADER-BLACK  
WIPE-SLIDE  
SET  
QUIT  
4
Select the file you want to play back.  
To turn off the effect  
Select [OFF] in step 3.  
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
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Viewing Files on TV  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
high-definition or NTSC-type color television  
signals. It cannot be used with a television of  
a different standard.  
To connect using the COMPONENT/AV  
connector  
COMPONENT  
Connector  
DC Connector  
AV Connector  
Connection with TV  
You can output videos from the HDMI mini  
connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV  
connector.  
We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI  
cable (High Speed cable) for viewing in higher  
picture quality.  
Component Cable  
AV Cable  
AC Adapter  
Preparation: Turn off all units.  
To connect using the HDMI mini  
connector  
To AC Outlet  
DC Connector  
HDMI Mini Connector  
Audio L/R Input  
Connector  
Video Connector  
is not in use.  
COMPONENT  
Input Connector  
NOTE  
• From the MENU, change the settings in  
[COMPONENT OUTPUT] according to the  
connection.  
• From the MENU, change the settings in  
[VIDEO OUTPUT] to suit the screen size of  
your television.  
HDMI Cable (optional)  
(Mini to full-sized HDMI cable)  
AC Adapter  
Playback Operation  
After the connection with TV is completed  
To AC Outlet  
HDMI Connector  
1
Turn on the camcorder and the TV.  
NOTE  
2
3
Set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
When connecting to the HDMI cable, the  
image or sound may not appear on the TV  
properly depending on the TV connected.  
In such cases, perform the following  
operations.  
(Only when connecting the camcorder  
to the VCR/DVD recorder)  
Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and  
set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect  
it again.  
2) Turn off and on the camcorder again.  
4
Start playback on the camcorder.  
(p. 28)  
To display camcorder’s on-screen  
display on TV  
Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON] from the  
MENU.  
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NOTE  
Playback on TV  
When the video was recorded with x.v.Color™  
set to [ON], change the x.v.Color™ setting on  
TV. For details, refer to the TV’s instruction  
manual.  
Operating Together with TV via HDMI  
Select the  
The TV  
playback mode.  
automatically  
Connecting the camcorder to an HDMI-CEC*-  
enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows you  
to utilize the following convenient functions.  
* HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)  
is an industry standard that enables  
interoperability between HDMI-CEC  
compliant devices that are connected via  
HDMI cables.  
switches to the  
HDMI input. (Turn on  
the TV beforehand.)  
Switching off TV and Camcorder  
NOTE  
• Not all HDMI-control devices comply with  
the HDMI-CEC standard. The HDMI control  
function of the camcorder will not work when  
connected to these devices.  
Turn off the TV.  
The camcorder turns  
off automatically.  
• The camcorder is not guaranteed to operate  
with all HDMI-CEC-enabled devices.  
• HDMI-CEC does not function immediately  
after inserting the AC adapter to the AC  
outlet. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
Switching Display Language  
Depending on the TV connected, the display  
language of the camcorder will automatically  
switch to the language that is used for the TV  
when the camcorder is turned on.  
(This is applicable only if the camcorder  
supports the language selected for the TV.)  
To use the camcorder with a language that  
differs from the display language of the TV, set  
[HDMI CONTROL] to [OFF] from the MENU.  
Preparation:  
• Connect an HDMI cable between the  
camcorder and the TV. (p. 30)  
Turn on the TV and set the HDMI-CEC  
related setting to on. (For details, refer to the  
instruction manual of the TV.)  
NOTE  
Turn on the camcorder and set [HDMI  
CONTROL] to [ON] from the MENU.  
The display language of the TV will not  
switch automatically, even if the display  
language of the camcorder is changed.  
These functions may not work correctly  
when devices such as amplifier and selector  
are connected. Set [HDMI CONTROL] to  
[OFF] from the MENU.  
If HDMI-CEC does not work properly, turn  
off and on the camcorder again.  
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EDITING/PRINTING  
Managing Files  
CAUTION  
Deleting Files  
Do not remove the recording medium (SD  
cards) 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  
Protected files cannot be deleted. To delete  
them, release the protection first.  
Once files are deleted, they cannot be  
restored. Check files before deleting.  
Preparation:  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
recording medium to use the medium again.  
1
2
Touch MENU.  
Capturing a Still Image from a  
Video  
Select [DELETE]  
VIDEO  
You can capture the desired scene from a  
recorded video, and store it as a still image.  
DELETE  
UPLOAD SETTINGS  
SEARCH  
Preparation:  
PLAYBACK PLAYLIST  
Select ! mode.  
DELETE RECORDED VIDEO  
SET  
QUIT  
Select the playback mode.  
Press SNAPSHOT when playback is  
paused.  
Deleting the Currently Displayed File  
SNAPSHOT  
After performing steps 1 - 2  
3
Select [CURRENT].  
NOTE  
VIDEO DELETE  
Captured still images are stored at a  
CURRENT  
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.  
FILE SELECT  
DELETE ALL  
DELETE ONE SCENE AT  
SET  
A
TIME  
QUIT  
The continuous shooting function cannot be  
used to capture images.  
4
Select [YES].  
You cannot capture video during playback.  
DELETE?  
(REMAINING SCENES:0009)  
YES  
NO  
SET  
QUIT  
You can select the previous or next file by  
selecting or  
.
}
{
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
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Copying Files  
Types of Copying and Connectable Device  
Copying/Moving Files  
Preparation:  
The Camcorder  
You can copy files between  
the SD cards with this  
camcorder alone.  
Select ! or # mode.  
Select the playback mode.  
Make sure that SD card is inserted in the  
SD Slot.  
DVD Burner  
Make sure that enough free space is left in  
the copy/move destination medium.  
(CU-VD50 /CU-VD3)  
You can copy files recorded  
on this camcorder onto  
discs. (p. 35)  
1
Touch MENU.  
2
Select [EDIT].  
BD Burner  
LaCie Model No. 301828  
You can copy files recorded  
on this camcorder onto  
discs. (p. 34)  
VIDEO  
EDIT PLAYLIST  
REC  
DUBBING PLAYBACK  
PLAYBACK OTHER FILE  
EDIT  
CAN BE SET TO PREVENT COPY  
SET  
USB External Hard Disk  
Drive  
QUIT  
You can copy files recorded  
on this camcorder onto a  
usb external hard disk drive.  
3
Select [COPY] or [MOVE].  
VIDEO  
P
COPY  
REC  
E
MOVE  
PC  
D
PROTECT/CANCEL  
DIVIDE  
P
You can copy files from the  
camcorder to a disc using a  
PC. (p. 40)  
COPY FILES BETWEEN  
SET  
QUIT  
[COPY]:  
Files are copied to the destination  
medium while leaving original files in the  
source medium.  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
You can dub video recorded  
on this camcorder onto  
VCR/DVD recorder.  
[MOVE]:  
Files are moved to the destination  
medium while deleting original files  
(except read-only files) in the source  
medium.  
(p. 36)  
NOTE  
It is recommended to use the JVC DVD  
burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using  
CU-VD20 or CU-VD40, the recording time  
may take approx. 2 times longer than the  
time that is described in the instruction  
manual of DVD burner.  
4
Select the direction.  
[SLOT A  
[SLOT B  
SLOT B] or  
=
SLOT A]  
=
Recommended USB external hard disk  
COPY VIDEO  
drive  
SELECT COPY DIRECTION  
Seagate  
LaCie  
FreeAgentTM Desk series  
SLOT A = SLOT B  
SLOT B = SLOT A  
Design by Neil Poulton series  
USB external hard disk drive with the  
capacity over 2 TB cannot be used.  
SET  
QUIT  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
- Playback the disc using the camcorder.  
- Playback the disc using a BD/DVD burner.*  
- Playback on a PC.*  
5
Select the desired menu.  
COPY VIDEO  
- Playback the disc using a BD/DVD player  
that supports BD-MV and AVCHD.*  
* The disc must first be finalized on the  
camcorder.  
SELECT THE OBJECT  
TO BE COPIED  
COPY ALL  
SELECT AND COPY  
SET  
QUIT  
Discs other than the created BD/DVD using  
a BD/DVD burner cannot be played.  
• [COPY ALL]/[MOVE ALL]:  
Select this to transfer all files in the  
recording medium.  
When the size of all files in one SD  
card is larger than the free space of the  
other SD card, only the files that can  
be contained in the free space will be  
copied.  
When connecting a DVD burner (CU-VD50)  
to a TV, you can play back the created disc  
without using the camcorder. When playing  
back, disconnect the USB cable.  
Connection with a BD/DVD Burner  
Preparation:  
Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the  
BD/DVD burner.  
• [SELECT AND COPY]/[SELECT AND  
MOVE]:  
Select when you want to transfer the  
selected files.  
1) Select the desired file, and touch OK.  
The s mark appears on the file. To  
select other files, repeat this step.  
2) Select [EXEC].  
DC  
Connector  
DC  
6
Select [YES].  
USB  
Connector  
COPY VIDEO  
COPY QUANTITY:0016  
START COPY?  
To AC  
USB Cable*  
Outlet  
YES  
NO  
AC Adapter  
SET  
QUIT  
BD/DVD Burner  
File transfer starts. When [COPYING  
COMPLETED]/[MOVING COMPLETED]  
appears, touch OK.  
USB Connector  
NOTE  
To quit the screen  
Refer also to the optional BD/DVD burner’s  
Select [QUIT].  
instruction manual.  
*
To stop the file transfer  
1) Select [STOP].  
When connecting to a DVD burner, use the  
USB cable that came with the DVD burner.  
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].  
When connecting to a BD burner, use a  
Using a BD/DVD Burner  
USB cable with Mini-A(Male) and B(Male)  
connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional)  
is recommended. Refer to page 41 for  
details.  
The files in the camcorder can be backed up  
to a disc using a BD/DVD burner.  
Use one of the following methods to view  
the disc. (If you try to play back the disc with  
incompatible player, the disc may not be  
ejected.)  
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Backup All Files  
Preparation:  
The files are copied on the disc. When  
[COMPLETED] appears, touch OK.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD  
burner.  
Select ! or # mode.  
Make sure that SD card is inserted in the  
SD Slot.  
To cancel copying, select [STOP].  
When using a BD burner, select [CHANGE  
REC. MEDIA] and select the disc type.  
Copying Video Files that Have Never  
Been Copied  
1
Select [CREATE FROM ALL] (!  
Files that have never been copied to the discs  
are automatically selected and copied.  
mode) or [SAVE ALL] (# mode).  
VIDEO BACKUP  
1
CREATE FROM ALL  
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
SELECT AND CREATE  
PLAYBACK  
FINALIZE  
TO AUTOMATICALLY SAVE  
SET  
2
Press DIRECT DISC.  
DIRECT  
DISC  
2
Select the desired menu.  
CREATE FROM ALL  
ALL SCENES  
INFO  
UNSAVED SCENES  
3
Select [YES] or [NO].  
SAVE ALL VIDEOS  
SET  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date.  
! mode: [ALL SCENES]  
4
Select [EXECUTE].  
# mode: [ALL IMAGES]  
All files in the recording medium are  
copied.  
UNSAVED SCENES  
DVD  
DVD(DL)  
1
1
! mode: [UNSAVED SCENES]  
# mode: [UNSAVED IMAGES]  
Files that have never been copied are  
automatically selected and copied.  
EXECUTE  
CANCEL  
SET  
QUIT  
The disc begins to be created.  
When [COMPLETED] appears, touch  
OK.  
When [INSERT NEXT DISC PRESS  
[STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears,  
change the disc. Remaining files are  
copied on the second disc.  
To cancel the disc creation, select  
[STOP].  
3
Select [EXECUTE].  
ALL SCENES  
QUANTITY REQUIRED  
DVD : 1 / DVD(DL) : 1  
PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC  
EXECUTE  
RETURN  
SET  
QUIT  
4
5
Select [YES] or [NO].  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [QUIT].  
2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES].  
[YES]: Displays the thumbnails by group.  
[NO]: Displays the thumbnails by date.  
Select [EXECUTE].  
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Copying Files (Continued)  
Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder  
Preparation:  
1
2
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
Create a playlist.  
Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX  
input mode.  
Turn off all units.  
Check that the images from the camcorder  
are input correctly to the VCR/DVD  
recorder.  
To connect using the AV connectors  
(analog dubbing)  
DC Connector  
3
4
Play back playlists on the camcorder.  
1) Touch MENU.  
2) Select [DUBBING PLAYBACK].  
3) Select the desired playlist.  
4) Select [YES]. (A black screen is  
displayed for 5 seconds at the first and  
the last scene.)  
At the point you want to start  
dubbing, start recording on the VCR/  
DVD recorder.  
Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder’s  
instruction manual.  
AV Connector  
AC  
AV Cable  
Adapter  
To stop dubbing  
VCR/DVD  
Recorder  
Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder.  
To hide the date or icons on the screen  
Change the settings in [DISPLAY ON TV]  
from the MENU.  
AV Connector  
(input)  
To AC  
Outlet  
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Creating a Disc using a PC  
NOTE  
Creating a Disc using a PC  
Make sure your PC has a recordable  
BD/DVD drive.  
You can copy the data from the camcorder  
and create a disc using a PC.  
If your system does not meet the  
requirements, it is recommended to copy  
files using the BD/DVD burner. (p. 35)  
Macintosh users may use the software  
included with their Macintosh (iMovie ’08,  
iPhoto) to copy files to their computer.  
Q Installing the software to the PC  
System Requirements  
Preparation:  
Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC.  
In Windows Vista, the auto play dialog box  
appears.  
Windows Vista  
OS:  
Windows Vista®  
Home Basic (SP1)  
Home Premium (SP1)  
(32-bit, pre-installed)  
1
Click [Easy Installation].  
CPU:  
Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or  
higher  
(Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or  
higher recommended.)  
RAM:  
At least 2 GB  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Windows XP  
2
Click [Yes].  
OS:  
Windows® XP  
Home Edition (SP2/SP3)  
Professional (SP2/SP3)  
(pre-installed)  
CPU:  
Intel® CoreTM Duo, 1.66 GHz or  
higher  
(Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or  
higher recommended.)  
3
Select the desired language and  
click [Next].  
RAM:  
At least 1 GB  
To check the PC specification  
Right-click on [Computer] (or [My  
Computer]) in the [Start] menu and select  
[Properties].  
4
Click [Next].  
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Creating a Disc using a PC (Continued)  
5
Click [Finish].  
DC  
Connector  
DC  
Everio Media Browser icon is created on  
the desktop.  
USB Cable  
AC adapter  
USB  
Connector  
To AC outlet  
INFORMATION  
Everio MediaBrowser video editing capability  
is available for files copied from the  
camcorder to the PC.  
1
2
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the  
camcorder.  
To see the Instruction Guide for  
Everio MediaBrowser  
1) Double-click the icon of Everio  
MediaBrowser.  
Select [BACK UP].  
USB MENU  
2) Click [Help], and click [MediaBrowser Help].  
CREATE DISC  
UPLOAD  
Click  
Click  
LIB.  
EXPORT TO LIBRARY  
BACK UP  
SAVE RECORDED VIDEO  
SET  
/
STILL  
QUIT  
Everio MediaBrowser starts on the PC.  
R Making Backup on the PC  
Preparation:  
3
Click [All volume in camcorder] and  
click [Next].  
Install the software to the PC.  
Make sure that enough free space is left in  
the PC’s harddisk.  
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the  
camcorder.  
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3
4
Click [+].  
4
Click [Start].  
Input the name of the new user list  
and click [OK].  
Backup starts.  
To disconnect the camcorder from the  
PC  
1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove  
Hardware) on the task bar and select  
[Safely remove USB Mass Storage  
Device].  
2) Follow the on-screen instructions and  
make sure that the device can be safely  
removed.  
5
6
Click the recording date.  
3) Disconnect the USB cable and close the  
LCD monitor.  
NOTE  
It takes time to back up many videos.  
The files recorded on the day are  
displayed.  
S Making User Lists to Arrange the  
Files  
Drag the file and drop into the user  
list.  
You can make a user list of a certain subject  
(such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the  
files related to the subject into the user list.  
Preparation:  
Make backup on the PC.  
1
Double-click the icon and open the  
calendar.  
To add other files into the user list, repeat  
steps 5 and 6.  
2
Select [Movies only].  
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Creating a Disc using a PC (Continued)  
T Copying Files to a disc  
5
Input the disc name, select the top  
menu style and click [Next].  
Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats.  
Select the one that suits your purpose.  
DVD-Video  
disc:  
Suitable if you will give the disc  
to your friends and relatives.  
AVCHD disc: Suitable for high quality video.  
BD:  
Suitable for high quality video  
with long recording time.  
6
Click [Start].  
1
Select the user list and click [Create  
Disc].  
NOTE  
When copying video recorded in UXP  
recording mode to create an AVCHD disc,  
the video needs to be converted to XP  
recording mode before copying. Therefore,  
it may take longer time than copying video  
recorded in other modes.  
Use Everio MediaBrowser Player to  
playback the disc. Refer to the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software to  
operate.  
2
3
Select the disc type and click [Next].  
Click [Select files individually] and  
click [Next].  
To add all the files onto discs, click [Select  
all files displayed], then go to step 5.  
For detail on operating Everio  
MediaBrowser, click [Help] and refer to  
[MediaBrowser Help].  
Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read  
[MediaBrowser Help]. Adobe® Reader® can  
be loaded from Adobe’s web site:  
For assistance in operating the provided  
software, refer to the support information.  
(p. 41)  
4
Drag the file, and drop into the part  
at the bottom and click [Next].  
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Folder Structure and Extensions  
Recording medium  
X = number  
Contains the still image folders.  
[DCIM]  
[XXXJVCSO]  
Video files with defective management information are also saved.  
[EXTMOV]  
[MOV_XXXX.MTS]  
Contains management information files of event and/or disc  
creation information for the files taken with the camcorder.  
[PRIVATE]  
[JVC]  
[AVCHD]  
[BDMV]  
[STREAM]  
Video file in AVCHD format  
[XXXXX.MTS]  
[BACKUP]  
[CLIPINF]  
[PLAYLIST]  
[INDEX.BDM]  
[MOVIEOBJ.BDM]  
Customer Support Information  
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence.  
JVC  
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network  
information ready.  
Product Name, Model, Problem, Error Message.  
PC, (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB)).  
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.  
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications or  
performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.  
Pixela  
Region  
Language  
Phone #  
USA and Canada  
English  
+1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)  
Europe (UK, Germany, France  
and Spain)  
English/Germany/France/Spanish  
+1-800-1532-4865 (toll-free)  
+44-1489-564-764  
English/Germany/France/Spanish/  
Italian/Dutch  
Other Countries in Europe  
Asia (Philippines)  
China  
English  
+63-2-438-0090  
Chinese  
+86-21-5385-3786  
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.  
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Using with a Portable Media Player  
3
Select [DONE].  
Turning on the Export Mode  
You can easily transfer videos recorded in  
export mode to iTunes®. All the files with the  
export setting turned on are transferred to PC.  
For details on transferring, refer to the  
operation guide of MediaBrowser in the CD-  
ROM.  
To cancel the export setting  
Select the file and press LIB. again.  
To quit the screen  
1) Select [DONE].  
2) Select [YES].  
Preparation:  
Transferring the Files to PC  
Select ! mode.  
Select the recording mode.  
Preparation:  
Install iTunes® on a PC.  
Press EXPORT twice.  
EXPORT  
1
Connect the camcorder to the PC  
with the USB cable.  
ON  
2
Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY].  
USB MENU  
CREATE DISC  
UPLOAD  
To turn off the export mode  
Press EXPORT twice.  
LIB.  
EXPORT TO LIBRARY  
BACK UP  
EASY VIDEO REGISTRATION  
SET  
QUIT  
Changing the Export Setting  
You can set the recorded videos to the export  
setting.  
Preparation:  
Select ! mode.  
All the files with the export setting turned  
on are transferred to PC.  
Select the playback mode.  
Cannot export the file to iTunes®.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,  
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for  
Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided  
Everio MediaBrowser software.  
1
2
Press EXPORT.  
EXPORT  
Select the file and select [LIB.].  
EXPORT SETTINGS  
1/3  
LIB.  
LIB.  
LIB.  
CHECK  
DONE  
To check the content of the file, select  
[CHECK].  
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Uploading Files to Websites  
Turning on the Upload Mode  
Uploading Files  
You can upload the file to video sharing  
websites (YouTube™) quickly after recording.  
For more information on YouTube™, visit  
For details on uploading files, refer to the  
operation guide of MediaBrowser in the  
CD-ROM.  
Preparation:  
1
Connect the camcorder to the PC  
Select ! mode.  
with the USB cable.  
Select the recording mode.  
Press UPLOAD twice.  
2
Select [UPLOAD].  
UPLOAD  
USB MENU  
PLAYBACK ON PC  
CREATE DISC  
ON  
UPLOAD  
LIB.  
EXPORT TO LIBRARY  
EASY UPLOAD TO VIDEO  
SET  
QUIT  
If you record a file with the upload mode  
set on, the recording stops automatically 10  
minutes after the recording is started.  
The remaining time is displayed on the LCD  
monitor.  
Cannot upload the file toYouTubeTM  
You need your YouTubeTM account to upload  
files to YouTubeTM. Create your account.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”,  
NOTE  
“Download Information”, etc. in [Click for  
Latest Product Info] in the help of the  
provided Everio MediaBrowser software.  
The upload mode turns off each time  
recording is finished.  
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FURTHER INFORMATION  
Changing the Menu Settings  
1
2
Touch MENU.  
3
Select the desired setting.  
VIDEO  
Select the desired menu.  
R
OFF  
V
VIDEO  
ON  
Z
REGISTER EVENT  
VIDEO QUALITY  
ZOOM  
D
IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO  
QUIT  
SET  
ON  
DIS  
IMAGE BLURRED NEED TO  
SET  
QUIT  
To return to the previous screen  
Select  
.
@
To quit the screen  
Select [QUIT].  
Troubleshooting  
Before requesting service, consult the  
following chart. If the solutions indicated in the  
chart do not solve the problem, consult your  
nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for  
instructions.  
Refer also to the FAQ of new products on  
JVC’s website.  
The following phenomena are not  
malfunctions.  
The camcorder heats up when it is used for  
a long time.  
The battery heats up during charging.  
When playing back a video, the image stops  
momentarily or the sound is interrupted at  
junctions between scenes.  
LCD monitor momentarily become red or  
black when sunlight is recorded.  
Black spots, or red, green, or blue spots  
appear on the LCD monitor.  
(The LCD monitor contains 99.99% effective  
pixels, but 0.01% of fewer pixels may be  
ineffective.)  
Trouble  
Action  
Check that the SD card is facing the right direction.  
Cannot insert the SD  
card.  
Connect the AC adapter correctly.  
Recharge the battery.  
No power is supplied.  
SD card is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the SD card.  
Recording cannot be  
performed.  
Insert a commercially available SD card, and set each of the  
[VIDEO SLOT SELECTION] and [IMAGE SLOT SELECTION] to  
[SLOT A] or [SLOT B].  
Recording stops automatically after 12 hours of non-stop  
recording. To ensure continuous recording, set [AUTO SWITCH  
REC MEDIA] to [ON] before you start recording.  
Recording stops by  
itself.  
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject  
illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction.  
Vertical lines appear on  
recorded images.  
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Trouble  
Action  
The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas  
such as under direct sunlight.  
The LCD monitor is  
difficult to see.  
Fully charge the battery, run it down, and then recharge it again.  
If the camcorder is used for long periods of time in high or low  
temperatures, or if the battery is repeatedly charged, the amount  
of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.  
The remaining battery  
display is not correct.  
Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section  
between two scenes.  
Sound or video are  
interrupted.  
Select [PLAYBACK OTHER FILE] then search the video on the  
index screen.  
(Video files that have damaged management information can be  
played back.)  
Cannot find a recorded  
video/image.  
Cancel group display and date search functions.  
Change the setting in [VIDEO SLOT SELECTION] or [IMAGE  
SLOT SELECTION]. (Files on other media are not displayed.)  
Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).  
If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes  
time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you  
copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase  
the files from the camcorder.  
The camcorder operates  
slowly when switching  
between video mode  
and still image mode,  
or when switching the  
power on or off.  
Check the remaining battery charge.  
(When the battery is fully charged, the lamp does not flash.)  
When recharging in either a hot or cold environment, ensure that  
battery is being charged within the permitted temperature range.  
(If the battery is being recharged outside the permitted  
temperature range, recharging may stop to protect the battery.)  
The lamp does not flash  
during battery charging.  
When connecting to the HDMI cable, the image or sound may  
not appear on the TV properly depending on the TV connected.  
In such cases, perform the following operations.  
1) Disconnect the HDMI cable and connect it again.  
2) Turn off and on the camcorder again.  
When connecting to  
the HDMI cable, the  
image or sound does  
not appear on the TV  
properly.  
TVs may operate differently depending on the specifications,  
even if they are HDMI-CEC compliant. Therefore, the HDMI-  
CEC functions of the camcorder cannot be guaranteed to  
operate in combination with all the TVs. In such cases, set  
[HDMI CONTROL] to [OFF].  
HDMI-CEC functions do  
not work properly, and  
the TV does not work  
in conjunction with the  
camcorder.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Trouble  
Action  
You need your YouTube™ account to upload files to YouTube™.  
Create your account.  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”,  
etc. in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided  
Everio MediaBrowser software.  
Cannot upload the file  
toYouTube™  
Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”,  
etc. in [Click for Latest Product Info] in the help of the provided  
Everio MediaBrowser software.  
Cannot export the file  
to iTunes®  
To reset the camcorder when it does not operate normally  
!Close the LCD monitor and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the  
camcorder, then reattach it.  
#Execute [FACTORY PRESET].  
Warning Indications  
Indication  
Action  
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the  
clock, the battery for the clock has been depleted. Consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
SET DATE/TIME!  
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.  
COMMUNICATING ERROR  
Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that  
support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.)  
CANNOT USE IN  
VIDEO MODE  
Select [OK] and select [YES] to perform formatting.  
NOT FORMATTED  
Check the operating procedure, and perform once again.  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
FORMAT ERROR!  
DATA DELETION ERROR  
Turn off the camcorder, and turn it on again.  
Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot be  
used.)  
Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.  
Insert the SD card before switching the power on.  
If the problem persists, back up all data, and then perform  
formatting. All data is deleted.  
MEMORY CARD ERROR!  
Stop video recording, and then record a still image. (If an SD  
card is removed or inserted during video recording, a still  
image cannot be recorded.)  
CANNOT TAKE MORE STILL  
IMAGES AT THE MOMENT  
Insert a new or formatted SD card. Set [VIDEO SLOT  
SELECTION] to different slot, then record to an SD card in  
[SLOT A] or [SLOT B].  
RECORDING CANCELLED  
Turn off the camcorder and turn it on again.  
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Indication  
Action  
Remove and re-insert the SD card. (MultiMediaCard cannot  
be used.)  
RECORDING FAILURE  
Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals.  
Insert the SD card before switching the power on.  
PLAYBACK FAILED  
USE AC ADAPTOR  
Use the AC Adapter as power supply.  
Turn on the power of the connected USB device.  
Connect the AC adapter to the BD/DVD burner.  
POWER IS OFF, OR USB  
DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED  
Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc.  
DVD-RW DISC HAS BEEN  
ALREADY USED  
Replace the disc of the BD/DVD burner with another disc.  
Slide the mode switch to select the desired mode (! or #).  
Select [OK] to restore.  
FINALIZATION FAILED  
NO FILES  
VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE  
IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS  
REQUIRED TO RECORD/  
PLAYBACK, RECOVER?  
Register events to the files before you start recording.  
NO EVENT REGISTERED  
SCENES  
Turn the face detection mode on before you perform recording  
or snapshot.  
CANNOT DETECT FACE  
Cleaning  
Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC adapter.  
To clean the camcorder  
Wipe the camcorder gently with a soft cloth. If the camcorder is particularly dirty, dip the cloth  
into diluted mild soap and wring it out well. After wiping with the wet cloth, wipe again with a  
dry cloth.  
To clean the LCD monitor  
Wipe the monitor gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.  
To clean the lens  
Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.  
NOTE  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.  
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions for each product.  
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Specifications  
Recording mode (video)  
UXP: 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 24 Mbps  
Camcorder  
(VBR)  
For general  
Power supply  
XP: 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 17 Mbps  
(VBR)  
DC 11 V (Using AC adapter)  
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)  
Power consumption  
Approx. 3.3 W*  
When the LED light is off and the monitor  
backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.  
Rated Current Consumption:  
SP: 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 12 Mbps  
(VBR)  
EP: 1920 x 1080 pixels, average of 5 Mbps  
(VBR)  
*
Recording mode (audio)  
48 kHz, 256 kbps  
1A  
For still image  
Format  
JPEG  
Image size  
1920 x 1080  
1440 x 1080  
640 x 480  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
54.5 mm x 65 mm x 112.5 mm  
(2-3/16" x 2-9/16" x 4-7/16")  
Weight  
Approx. 260 g (0.57 lbs)  
Approx. 310 g (0.68 lbs) (incl. battery and grip  
belt)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
35% to 80%  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)  
Pickup  
1/4" (2,800,000 pixels) progressive CMOS  
Lens  
F 1.9 to 3.2,  
f = 2.9 mm to 58.0 mm,  
20:1 power zoom lens  
Filter diameter  
Picture quality  
FINE / STANDARD  
For connectors  
HDMI  
HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™)  
Component output  
Y, Pb, Pr component output  
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 W  
Pb/Pr: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 W  
AV output  
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 W  
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kW  
USB  
ø30.5 mm  
LCD monitor  
2.7" diagonally measured,  
LCD panel/TFT active matrix system  
LED Light  
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft)  
(recommended shooting distance)  
Mini USB type A and type B,  
USB 2.0 compliant  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
AC 110 V to 240 V , 50 Hz/60 Hz  
$
For video/audio  
Output  
Recording/Playback format  
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
Audio: Dolby Digital (2ch)  
DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
§
Signal format  
1080i/60  
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Dimensions (W x H x D)  
42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm  
(1-11/16" x 5/8" x 3-5/8")  
Weight  
Approx. 30 g (0.07 lbs)  
(incl. battery)  
Remote Control  
Power supply  
DC 3 V  
Battery life  
Approx. 1 year  
(depending on the frequency of use)  
Operating distance  
Within 5 m (16.4 ft)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Approximate recording time (for video)  
h: hour/m: minute  
Recording medium  
SD or SDHC Card  
4 GB  
8 GB  
40 m  
16 GB  
1 h 20 m  
2 h  
32 GB  
2 h 40 m  
4 h  
Quality  
UXP  
XP  
20 m  
30 m  
1 h  
SP  
44 m  
1 h 28 m  
3 h 40 m  
2 h 56 m  
7 h 20 m  
5 h 52 m  
14 h 40 m  
EP  
1 h 50 m  
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)  
Recording medium  
SD or SDHC Card  
512 MB  
510  
1 GB  
1030  
1620  
1360  
2140  
6670  
9999  
2 GB  
2100  
3210  
2770  
4360  
9999  
9999  
4 GB  
4140  
6310  
5450  
8570  
9999  
9999  
8 GB 16 GB 32 GB  
Image size/Quality  
1920 x1080 / FINE  
8330  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
9999  
1920 x 1080 / STANDARD  
1440 x 1080 / FINE  
810  
680  
1440 x 1080 / STANDARD  
640 x 480 / FINE  
1070  
3330  
5990  
640 x 480 / STANDARD  
The recordable time and the number of still images are approximate and may differ depending  
on the recording environment, the condition of the SD card, or the remaining battery power.  
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Cautions  
ATTENTION:  
AC Adapter  
The product you have purchased  
is powered by a rechargeable  
battery that is recyclable.  
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for  
information on how to recycle this  
battery.  
When using the AC adapter in areas other  
than the USA  
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage  
selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall  
outlet other than American National Standard C73 series  
type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”,  
as shown.  
Recording Medium (SD Card)  
Be sure to follow the guidelines below  
to prevent corruption or damage to your  
recorded data.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
Plug Adapter  
Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or  
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.  
Do not splash the recording medium with water.  
Do not use, replace, or store the recording  
medium in locations that are exposed to strong  
static electricity or electrical noise.  
Battery Packs  
Do not turn off the camcorder power or remove  
the battery or AC adapter during shooting,  
playback, or when otherwise accessing the  
recording medium.  
Do not bring the recording medium near objects  
that have a strong magnetic field or that emit  
strong electromagnetic waves.  
The supplied battery pack is  
Terminals  
a lithium-ion battery. Before  
using the supplied battery pack  
or an optional battery pack,  
be sure to read the following  
cautions:  
Do not store the recording medium in locations  
with high temperature or high humidity.  
Do not touch the metal parts.  
To avoid hazards  
... do not burn.  
LCD Monitor  
... 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.  
To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT  
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the  
bottom.  
... do not modify or disassemble.  
... do not expose the battery to temperatures  
exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause  
the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.  
... use only specified chargers.  
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.  
... fully charge and then fully discharge the  
battery every 6 months when storing the  
battery pack over a long period of time.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when  
not in use, as some machines use current  
even when switched off.  
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To prevent the unit from dropping,  
Main Unit  
Fasten the grip belt securely.  
When using the camcorder with a tripod, attach  
For safety, DO NOT  
the camcorder to the tripod securely.  
If the camcorder drops, you may be injured  
and the camcorder may be damaged.  
When a child uses the unit, there must be  
parental guidance.  
... open the camcorder’s chassis.  
... disassemble or modify the unit.  
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects  
to enter the unit.  
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder is not in use.  
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted  
candles, on the apparatus.  
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.  
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the  
power plug or an AC wall outlet.  
... insert any objects in the camcorder.  
Avoid using the unit  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
Declaration of Conformity  
Model Number : GZ-HM200U  
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.  
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C  
or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or  
32°F) temperatures.  
Changes or modifications not approved  
by JVC could void the user’s authority to  
operate the equipment. This equipment has  
been tested and found to comply with the  
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant  
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection  
against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses,  
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if  
not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference  
to radio communications. However, there is  
no guarantee that interference will not occur  
in a particular installation. If this equipment  
does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined  
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures: Reorient  
or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the  
separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
DO NOT leave the unit  
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
... in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
... in direct sunlight.  
... in a closed car in summer.  
... near a heater.  
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the  
unit in high places while a cable is connected  
may result in a malfunction if the cable is  
caught and the unit falls onto the floor.  
To protect the unit, DO NOT  
... allow it to become wet.  
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration  
during transportation.  
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.  
... swing it excessively when using the hand strap.  
... swing the soft camcorder case excessively  
when the camcorder is inside it.  
... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,  
such as on a beach.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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Terms  
Lens ................................................................ 15  
A
B
C
AC Adapter ...................................................... 18  
AV Connection ........................................... 30, 36  
M
Manual Recording ........................................... 27  
Menu Settings ................................................. 44  
Moving Files .................................................... 33  
Battery Pack .............................................. 18, 25  
BD (Blu ray) ............................................... 33, 34  
Q
R
Quick Review.............................................. 22, 23  
Clock Adjust .................................................... 19  
Component Connection .................................. 30  
Copying Files ................................................... 33  
Recordable Time/Number of Images ............... 49  
Recording Medium .................................... 21, 50  
Remote Control ............................................... 13  
D
Date/Time Setting ........................................ 5, 19  
Daylight Saving Time.................................... 5, 19  
Deleting Files .................................................. 32  
DVD/BD Backup .............................................. 35  
S
Scene Select ................................................... 27  
SD Card .............................................. 21, 49, 50  
Speaker Volume .............................................. 28  
Switching Display Language ............................ 31  
E
F
H
Effect ............................................................... 27  
Export to Library Mode .................................... 42  
T
Touch Sensor ................................................. 10  
Face Detection ................................................. 25  
Formatting a Recording Medium ..................... 21  
U
Uploading Files ................................................ 43  
USB Cable.................................................. 34, 38  
HDMI Connection ............................................ 30  
HDMI-CEC ...................................................... 31  
iTunes® ............................................................. 42  
V
W
X
Y
Z
Viewing Files on TV.......................................... 30  
Wipe/Fader ...................................................... 29  
x.v.Color .......................................................... 31  
YouTubeTM......................................................... 43  
Zooming .......................................................... 24  
I
L
Language Setting ............................................ 20  
LCD Monitor .............................................. 16, 50  
LED Light ........................................................ 24  
Printed in Malaysia  
US  
© 2009 Victor Company of Japan, Limited  
0109ZAR-MW-MP  

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