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JVC Everio GZ-R10 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Dear Customers For Future Reference: Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom Before use, please read the Safety of the camera) and Serial No. Precautions and Cautions on p. 2 and (located on the bottom of the camera) p.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    The rating information and safety caution of data the AC adapter are on its upper and/or lower JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. sides. It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a disc or other recording...
  • Page 3 “Siemens Plug”, as apparatus (including amplifiers) that shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your produce heat. nearest JVC dealer. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, Plug Adapter convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
  • Page 4 Remember that this unit is intended for private consumer use only. This unit is equipped with Water Any commercial use without proper proof, Dust proof, Drop proof and permission is prohibited. (Even if you record Freeze proof. an event such as a show, performance or Water proof: Equivalent to IEC exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is Standard publication 529 IPX8...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    USB Cable Adapter Cable AC-V11U (Type A - Micro Type B) AV Cable Core Filter Basic User Guide QAM1322-001 (for AV Cable) (this manual) Please consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center when purchasing a new AV cable.

  • Page 6: Date And Time Setting

    Grip Belt Adjustment Pull back the pad Adjust the length of the belt Attach the pad Date and Time Setting When the month, day, year, hour, or Open the LCD monitor. minute item is tapped, 3 and 2 will be displayed. The unit turns on.
  • Page 7 Never damage or scratch the waterproof seal and terminal cover. Doing so can result in leaks. If the seal is damaged, contact your nearest JVC Service Center for a replacement. (Charges apply.) Read the “Detailed User Guide”...

  • Page 8: Charging The Battery

    When the recording time becomes extremely short even when the battery is fully charged, the battery needs to be replaced. For details on replacing the built-in battery (subject to a fee), consult the nearest JVC service center. For details on other charging methods, please refer to the “Detailed User Guide”.

  • Page 9: Inserting An Sd Card

    Inserting an SD Card Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. Open the terminal cover. Insert an SD card. (Rear) Label Before inserting the SD card, close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit. o To remove the SD card Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight.

  • Page 10: Start Recording

    Video Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the P (Intelligent Auto) mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting conditions. Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Check if the recording Check if the recording mode mode is A video.

  • Page 11: Attaching The Core Filter

    o Indications during video recording Video Quality Recording Media Battery Indicator Image Stabilizer Still Image Recording Button Scene Counter Remaining Recording 0:00:00 [0:54] Time Recording in Progress PLAY MENU Recording-Standby NOTE The estimated recording time of the supplied battery is approximately 2 hour 30 minutes of actual recording and up to 4 hours 30 minutes of continuous recording.

  • Page 12: Playing Back/Deleting Files On This Unit

    Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit Select and play back the recorded videos or still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). Volume adjustment Turn up the during playback Tap A or B to select the video volume or still image mode. VOL.

  • Page 13: Install Everio Mediabrowser (Windows 8/Windows 8.1)

    Install Everio MediaBrowser (Windows 8/Windows 8.1) o Operation on the computer: Everio MediaBrowser is included with your camera. It lets you archive and organize your videos. It also lets you Perform the following steps. create discs and upload video to YouTube, and other popular web sites.

  • Page 14: Install Everio Mediabrowser (Windows 7 / Windows Vista)

    Install Everio MediaBrowser (Windows 7 / Windows Vista) o Operation on the computer: Everio MediaBrowser is included with your camera. It lets you archive and organize your videos. It also lets you Perform the following steps. create discs and upload video to YouTube, and other popular web sites.

  • Page 15: File Backup (Windows)

    File Backup (Windows) o Operation on the computer: Preparation: Install the Everio MediaBrowser software onto the computer. Select files. Make sure that enough space is left in the HDD of computer. Select “All volume in camcorder”, then click “Next”. Open the terminal cover. Connect the USB cable.

  • Page 16: Working With Imovie And Iphoto

    Working with iMovie and iPhoto o iMovie and iPhoto You may use the software supplied with the Mac Computer to view and You can import files from this unit to a edit files from the camera. computer using Apple’s iMovie '11, Connect the camera to the Mac Version 10 or iPhoto.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting/Cautions

    … when not in use, as some machines use If the above do not solve the problem, current even when switched off. consult your nearest JVC dealer or do not drop intentionally or subject to … JVC service center. strong impact.
  • Page 18 While the LCD monitor screen has Recording Medium more than 99.99% effective pixels, 0.01% of the pixels may be bright Be sure to follow the guidelines spots (red, blue, green) or dark spots. below to prevent corruption or This is not a malfunction. The spots damage to your recorded data.
  • Page 19 To protect the unit, DO NOT Changes or modifications not drop the unit or strike it against hard … objects. approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the subject it to shock or excessive … equipment. This equipment has been vibration during transportation.

  • Page 20: Recordable Time/Specifications

    (W x H x D: excluding grip belt) Weight Approx. 286 g (0.63 lbs) The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice. For more information, please refer to the Detailed User Guide. http://manual3.jvckenwood.com/index.html/ ©2014 JVC KENWOOD Corporation 0114NAR-SW-VM...
  • Page 21 CAMCORDER Detailed User Guide GZ-R10 LYT2701-002A...
  • Page 22 Table of Contents Editing Deleting Unwanted Files ............56 Deleting the Currently Displayed File ......... 56 Getting Started Deleting Selected Files ............56 Verifying the Accessories ............3 Protecting Files ..............57 Turning on this Unit ..............4 Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed Opening the Terminal Cover (SD Card Cover) ......

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Getting Started Verifying the Accessories If any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. Illustration Description AC Adapter AC-V11U Charges this unit. Attach the charging adapter cable to the tip of the cord.

  • Page 24: Turning On This Unit

    Getting Started Turning on this Unit Open the LCD monitor to turn on this unit. To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor. To turn on the power Open the LCD monitor. To turn off the power Close the LCD monitor. The POWER/ACCESS lamp goes off and the power is turned off.

  • Page 25: Opening The Terminal Cover (Sd Card Cover)

    (when the provided AC adapter is used) When the recording time becomes extremely short even when the battery is fully charged, the battery needs to be replaced. For details on replacing the built-in battery (subject to a fee), consult the nearest JVC service center. Caution : There are certain specifications for a USB rechargeable device.

  • Page 26: Grip Belt Adjustment

    Getting Started Resetting this Unit Grip Adjustment When a malfunction occurs on this unit, reset the unit in the following way. Open the terminal cover. Remove the power cord and all connecting cables. Close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit. Press the Reset button gently using an object with pointed tip.

  • Page 27: Open The Terminal Cover (Sd Card Cover)

    Getting Started Attaching the Core Filter (for Optional AV Inserting an SD Card Cable) Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 8) Attach a core filter to the AV cable that is connected to this unit. “Approximate Video Recording Time”...

  • Page 28: Types Of Usable Sd Card

    Getting Started Memo : Removing the Card Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. above may result in recording failure or data loss. This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Some SD cards may not work due to specification changes, etc.

  • Page 29: Using The Touch Screen

    Getting Started Using the Touch Screen Adjusting the Touch Panel Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. The LCD monitor of this unit is a touch panel which enables operations by Tap “MENU”. touching the screen. Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the touch screen according to the mode in use.

  • Page 30: Video Recording

    Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Tap “OK”. The following screens are displayed during the A video and B still image modes, and operate as touch screens. Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) Setting ends and returns to the menu screen. Caution : Do not tap areas other than the “+”...
  • Page 31 Getting Started Playback Screen (Video) Playback Screen (Still Image) When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the LCD monitor When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the LCD monitor disappear automatically. Tap on the screen to display the operation disappear automatically.
  • Page 32 Getting Started Index Screen (Thumbnail Display) Display Menu screen (recording mode) RECORD SETTING Menu A/B (Video/Still Image) Mode Button “RECORD SETTING Menu (video)” (A p. 79) Switches between A video and B still image modes. “RECORD SETTING Menu (still image)” (A p. 83) Page Forward/Back Button Shortcut Menu “Operation Buttons for Video Playback”...

  • Page 33: Clock Setting

    Getting Started Menu screen (playback mode) Clock Setting The “SET DATE/TIME!” screen appears when you turn on this unit for the first time after purchase, when it has not been used for a long time, or when the clock is not set yet. Set the clock before recording.

  • Page 34: Resetting The Clock

    Getting Started Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “DATE & TIME” from the menu. Tap “MENU”. Time difference between the selected city and the GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) is displayed. Tap 0 or 1 to select the city name. Tap “SETUP”.

  • Page 35: Changing The Display Language

    Getting Started Changing the Display Language Holding this Unit The language on the display can be changed. When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake. Tap “MENU”. Tap “SETUP”. Tap “LANGUAGE”. Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle accordingly. Holding the LCD monitor with your left hand helps to stabilize the camera for recording.

  • Page 36: Tripod Mounting

    Getting Started Tripod Mounting Using this Unit Overseas This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. preventing camera shake and recording from the fixed position. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet.

  • Page 37: Setting The Clock To Local Time When Traveling

    Getting Started Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling Setting Daylight Saving Time Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “DATE & TIME”, the time is set destination in “AREA SETTING”...

  • Page 38: Before Using Underwater Or Under Low Temperature

    Stop using the unit underwater if there are damages to the cover, etc. camera in fresh water for about 10 minutes to remove salt particles, and consult your JVC dealer or the nearest service center. replace the water and rinse the camera.

  • Page 39: Optional Accessories

    Getting Started Optional Accessories Product Name Description HDMI Mini Cable Allows viewing in high picture quality when VX-HD310 connected to a TV. VX-HD315 Transmits video, audio, and control signals between devices. AV Cable Connects to TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc. QAM1322-001 “Connecting via the AV Connector”...

  • Page 40: Recording

    Recording Taking Videos in Auto Mode Indications for Video Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted automatically to suit the shooting conditions. You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the P Intelligent Auto mode.
  • Page 41 Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto Operation Buttons for Video Recording Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully. Allows people to be captured naturally. Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. Records while focusing on a near object. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.

  • Page 42: Capturing Still Images During Video Recording

    Please be forewarned. When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject as during a performance.

  • Page 43: Taking Still Images In Auto Mode

    Recording Taking Still Images in Auto Mode Indications During Still Image Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the P Intelligent Auto mode. Open the LCD monitor. Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds. Use the n button to change the displays. Display Icon Description A Image Size...
  • Page 44 Recording Scenes of Intelligent Auto Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Display Icon Description Captures one’s skin beautifully. Allows people to be captured naturally. Record a group of people with the most suitable settings. Records while focusing on a near object. Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.

  • Page 45: Zooming

    Recording Using the Silent Mode Zooming When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance.

  • Page 46: Manual Recording

    Recording Manual Recording You can adjust settings, such as brightness, by using the manual mode. Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. Open the LCD monitor. For details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording Menu”.

  • Page 47: Adjusting Focus Manually (Focus)

    Recording Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS) Adjust the focus. Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual focusing is desired. Select the Manual recording mode. Tap E to focus on a distant subject. If E appears blinking, focus cannot be set any further. Tap p to focus on a near subject.

  • Page 48: Adjusting Brightness

    Recording Adjusting Brightness Tap “MANUAL”. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. Select the Manual recording mode. Adjust the brightness value. If the mode is P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap H to switch the recording mode to Manual.

  • Page 49: Setting Backlight Compensation

    Recording Setting Backlight Compensation Tap “ON” or “ADVANCE”. You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. Select the Manual recording mode. “ADVANCE” is designed to perform more effective backlight compensation. Choose this when the backlight compensation is not adjusted appropriately by “ON”.

  • Page 50: Setting White Balance

    Recording Setting White Balance Select the white balance setting. You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Select the Manual recording mode. You can either tap the icon, or select the item using the “0” “1” button and tap “SET”.

  • Page 51: Taking Close-Up Shots (Tele Macro)

    Recording Taking Close-up Shots (TELE MACRO) Tap “TELE MACRO”. You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. *The image is only an impression. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Select the Manual recording mode.

  • Page 52: Shooting Under Water

    Recording Shooting under Water Locking the Screen Tap “MENU”. Perform the following settings to shoot underwater. Setting the White Balance to Underwater Mode Corrects the color when shooting underwater to record more natural images. Select from the following two settings depending on the color of the water at the shooting location.

  • Page 53: Recording With Effects

    Recording To cancel “SCREEN LOCK” Recording with Effects Tap the L button. You can add and record various effects to videos or still images. Once setting is done, you can easily record images that are suitable for each image. Type of Effect Description of Effect GRAINY Captures film-like monochrome images by...

  • Page 54: Recording Images Like An Old Black And White Photo (Grainy Monochrome)

    Recording Recording Images Like an Old Black and White Photo Start recording. (GRAINY MONOCHROME) To cancel the setting, repeat the procedure from the beginning and You can record images with a grainy black and white photo feel. tap “OFF” in Step 5. *The image is only an impression.

  • Page 55: Recording Food Images (Food)

    Recording Recording Food Images (FOOD) Start recording. You can capture images of the food to make the food look appetizing. To cancel the setting, repeat the procedure from the beginning and *The image is only an impression. tap “OFF” in Step 5. Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 56: Recording Images Of A Baby (Baby)

    Recording Recording Images of a Baby (BABY) Start recording. You can capture soft images by enhancing the clarity and brightness of skin To cancel the setting, repeat the procedure from the beginning and color. This effect is suitable for capturing images of a baby. tap “OFF”...

  • Page 57: Capturing Subjects Clearly (Touch Priority Ae/Af)

    Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY Tap the desired setting. AE/AF) “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. This function is available for both videos and still images. Open the LCD monitor. Focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically based on the tapped position (face/color/area).

  • Page 58: Reducing Camera Shake

    Recording Memo : Reducing Camera Shake When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set, “FOCUS” will be set to “AUTO” automatically. When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can Tap the selected position (face/color/area) again to cancel the setting. be effectively reduced.

  • Page 59: Recording At Intervals (Time-Lapse Recording)

    Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE Tap to select a recording interval (1 to 80 seconds). RECORDING) This function enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over a long period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval.

  • Page 60: Taking Group Shots (Self-Timer)

    Recording Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) 80SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 80-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 2 400 times The 10-second self-timer is a convenient function for taking group photos. speed. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button.

  • Page 61: Recording Videos With Date And Time

    Recording Recording Videos with Date and Time Tap “SELF-TIMER”. You can record videos together with the date and time. Set this when you want to save the file with date and time display. (The date and time cannot be deleted after recording.) Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 62: Checking The Remaining Recording Time

    Recording Checking the Remaining Recording Time Select the type of clock with 0 or 1, and tap “SET”. Display the remaining battery power and the remaining recording time. Memo : The remaining battery power and the remaining recording time are estimates.
  • Page 63 Recording time may differ depending on the shooting environment and usage. When the recording time becomes extremely short even when the battery is fully charged, the battery needs to be replaced. For details on replacing the built-in battery (subject to a fee), consult the nearest JVC service center.

  • Page 64: Playback

    Please be forewarned. PLAYBACK Plays back the playlists registered in Digest Playback. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. PLAYLIST Start playback from “PLAYBACK PLAYLIST” in the - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject “PLAYBACK SETTING”...

  • Page 65: Normal Playback

    Playback Normal Playback Operation Buttons for Video Playback Plays back the recorded videos. During Index Screen Display Open the LCD monitor. Display Description A Video/Still Image Switches between video and still image Check if the recording mode is A. Mode modes.
  • Page 66 Playback During Video Playback d MENU Displays the menu screen Memo : Tap or drag on the operation area of the touch screen. The recording date and time can be displayed on the screen during playback. (A p. 86) Adjusting the Volume of Videos You can use the zoom/volume lever to control the volume.

  • Page 67: Checking The Recording Date And Other Information

    Playback Checking the Recording Date and Other Information You can see the recording information of the recorded videos. Open the LCD monitor. Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode. Tap M to select the playback mode. Tap on the file to start playback.

  • Page 68: Digest Playback

    Playback DIGEST PLAYBACK You can play back a digest of recorded videos (Digest Playback). This is useful for checking the content of videos quickly. Open the LCD monitor. After selecting a date, tap “NEXT”. When “ALL” is tapped, Digest Playback will be performed for all the dates.

  • Page 69: Playback Playlist

    Playback PLAYBACK PLAYLIST Plays back the playlists registered in Digest Playback. Open the LCD monitor. Playback of the playlist starts. “Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 45) Tapping u during playback brings you back to the index screen of Playback Playlist.

  • Page 70: Playback Other File

    Playback PLAYBACK OTHER FILE Tap on the file to start playback. The management information of a video may be damaged if recording is not performed correctly, such as turning off the power in the middle of recording. You can perform the following operations to play back the videos with defective management information.

  • Page 71: Playing Back Still Images

    Playback Playing Back Still Images Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen During Index Screen Display (thumbnail display). Open the LCD monitor. Still images that are recorded continuously in high-speed or medium- speed will be grouped together.

  • Page 72: Slideshow Playback

    Playback During Still Image Playback Slideshow Playback Still images can be played back in a slideshow. Tap I during still image playback to start the slideshow. When this unit is not operated, the operation buttons on the touch screen disappear automatically. Tap on the screen to display the operation “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback”...

  • Page 73: Connecting To And Viewing On Tv

    Playback Connecting to and Viewing on TV Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV the HDMI mini connector.

  • Page 74: Operation Method

    Playback Memo : Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Change the settings in “HDMI OUTPUT” according to the connection. Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cable “ HDMI OUTPUT ” (A p. 92) allows linked operations with the TV to be performed.

  • Page 75: Connecting Via The Av Connector

    Playback To purchase, consult your nearest JVC service center. Connecting via the AV Connector To playback videos on TV, connect the AV cable (optional: QAM1322-001) to the AV terminal of this unit. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

  • Page 76: Editing

    Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Deleting Selected Files Deletes the selected files. Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording Caution : media is running out. Deleted files cannot be restored. Doing so frees up more space in the recording media. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File”...

  • Page 77: Protecting Files

    Editing Protecting Files Tap “SET”. Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 57) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 58) Caution : When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.

  • Page 78: Protecting/Releasing Protection Of Selected Files

    Editing Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files Tap on the files to protect or release protection of. Protects or releases protection of the selected files. Open the LCD monitor. P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again. I and P are displayed on the files that are already protected.

  • Page 79: Capturing A Still Image In The Video During Playback

    Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Capturing a Required Part in the Video Playback (TRIMMING) You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location.

  • Page 80: Deleting Playlists

    Editing Deleting Playlists Tap the video to edit. Delete the playlists that you have created. Open the LCD monitor. Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”. Check if the recording mode is A. If the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.

  • Page 81: Copying

    Copying Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a Tap R. Blu-ray Recorder You can dub videos in the high definition quality by connecting an AVCHD- compliant Blu-ray recorder to this unit via a USB cable. For details on creating the disc, refer to the instruction manual of your Blu-ray recorder.

  • Page 82: Dubbing Files To A Disc By Connecting To A Dvd Recorder

    Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and DVD recorder. in the following. To purchase, consult your nearest JVC service center. Open the terminal cover. Connect to a DVD recorder.

  • Page 83: Dubbing Files To A Vhs Tape By Connecting To A Vcr

    Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and VCR. in the following. To purchase, consult your nearest JVC service center. Open the terminal cover. Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.

  • Page 84: Copying To Windows Pc

    To create DVD-Video discs using the provided software, it is necessary to install the additional software (software for creating DVD-Video). For details, refer to the Pixela homepage. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Backing up of files using other softwares is not supported. Trouble with Using the Provided Software Everio MediaBrowser 4 Consult the customer service center below.
  • Page 85 Copying If a “Computer” icon is shown on desktop, right-click the icon and select “Properties” in the menu to display your computer information. Windows Vista/Windows 7 Click the start button. Right-click Computer. Click “Properties”. Check the items with the table below.
  • Page 86 Copying Windows 8 Windows Vista/Windows 7 Windows 8 64-bit Windows Vista 32/64-bit Windows 8 Pro Home Basic or Home Premium (Pre-installed versions, desktop mode only) (Pre-installed versions only) Service Pack 2 Windows 7 32/64-bit Home Premium (Pre-installed versions only) Service Pack 1 Intel Core Duo, CPU 1.66 GHz or higher Intel Core Duo, CPU 1.66 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo, CPU 2.13 GHz or higher recommended)

  • Page 87: Installing The Provided Software (Built-In)

    Copying Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform editing using the provided software. This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not enough. Charge the battery fully first. Preparations Connect this unit to a computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 88 Copying “Everio Software Setup” appears on the computer. Operations are to be performed on the computer after the screen Click “Quit”. switches. Perform the following operations on your computer. A Click “Open folder to view files” on the auto play dialog box, and then double-click “install.exe”.

  • Page 89: Backing Up All Files

    (English):+800-1532-4865 (toll-free) Other Countries in Europe (English):+44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Disconnect the USB cable to return to the recording or playback Delete unwanted videos before making backup. screen. It takes time to back up many videos. The provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 starts up on the “Deleting Unwanted Files”...

  • Page 90: Organizing Files

    Copying Disconnecting this Unit from Computer Organizing Files After backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as “Family Trip” or “Athletic Meet”. This is useful not only for creating discs, but for viewing the files too. Double-click on the Everio MediaBrowser 4 icon. The provided software starts up.

  • Page 91: Recording Videos To Discs

    (English):+44-1489-564-764 Asia (Philippines) (English): +63-2-438-0090 Select the files to copy to disc in order. Homepage http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Click “Settings” to select the disc type. Click “Select all” to select all the displayed files. After selecting, click “Next”. Set the title of the top menu of the disc.
  • Page 92 * To create DVD-Video discs using the provided software, it is necessary to install the additional software (software for creating DVD-Video). For details, refer to the Pixela homepage. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/ Use commercially-available software to create a Blu-ray disc. Use Everio MediaBrowser 4 Player to play back an AVCHD disc. Refer to the help file of the provided Everio MediaBrowser 4 software to operate.

  • Page 93: Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software

    Copying Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software (Windows 8) Right-click “Computer” in the “Windows System Tool” menu to select Copy the files to a computer using the following method. the checkbox, and then click the “JVCCAM_SD” icon. This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not (Windows 7/Windows Vista) enough.

  • Page 94: List Of Files And Folders

    Copying List of Files and Folders Folders and files are created in the SD card as shown below. They are created only when necessary. Caution : When the camera and PC are connected by an USB cable, recorded media are read-only.

  • Page 95: Copying To Mac Computer

    Copying Copying to Mac Computer Load image file to iPhoto. iPhoto launches automatically and videos recorded in the camera are Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. displayed. Load the necessary images. Caution : Images on the built-in memory and SD card are displayed separately. Switch between JVCCAM_MEM (built-in memory) and JVCCAM-SD This operation cannot be completed if the remaining battery power is not (SD card) displayed under “Devices”...

  • Page 96: Settings Menu

    Settings Menu Operating the Menu Operating the Top Menu You can configure various settings using the menu. There are two types of menus in this unit. Tap “MENU”. TOP MENU: Menu that contains all the items specific to the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes respectively.

  • Page 97: Operating The Shortcut Menu

    Settings Menu Operating the Shortcut Menu You can configure various settings of the recommended functions in the video/still image recording mode using the shortcut menu. Tap “MENU”. Tap the shortcut icon (F). The shortcut menu appears. Tap the desired menu and setting. <Shortcut Menu During Video Recording Mode>...

  • Page 98: Shortcut Menu (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu Shortcut Menu (video/still image) BACKLIGHT COMP. Corrects the image when the subject appears dark due to backlight. “Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 29) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.

  • Page 99: Record Setting Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (video) FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 27) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 28) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
  • Page 100 Settings Menu Setting Details RECORD ONE SHOT Records one still image. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Records still images continuously while the A button on the LCD screen is tapped. Memo : The size of the still image that is captured in the video mode is 1,920 x 1,080. Some SD cards may not support continuous shooting.
  • Page 101 Settings Menu Setting Details Increases the microphone input level. The microphone input level is not changed. Decreases the microphone input level. K2 TECHNOLOGY Reduces the degradation of sound quality caused by digital signal processing, and records a sound quality close to the original. Setting Details Deactivates K2 TECHNOLOGY.

  • Page 102: Special Recording Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu SPECIAL RECORDING Menu (video) TIME-LAPSE RECORDING This function enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over a long period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval. This is useful for making observations such as the opening of a flower bud. “Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING)”...

  • Page 103: Record Setting Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu RECORD SETTING Menu (still image) FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually (FOCUS)” (A p. 27) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 28) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode.
  • Page 104 Settings Menu The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is used repeatedly. IMAGE SIZE Sets the image size (number of pixels) for still images. Setting Details 1920X1080(2M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 16:9. The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut off when printed. 1440X1080(1.5M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 4:3.

  • Page 105: Special Recording Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu SPECIAL RECORDING Menu (still image) RECORDING EFFECT You can add and record various effects to the images. Once setting is done, you can easily record images that are suitable for each image. GRAINY MONOCHROME You can record images with a grainy black and white photo feel. “Recording Images Like an Old Black and White Photo (GRAINY MONOCHROME)”...

  • Page 106: Playback Setting Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video) DISPLAY DATE/TIME Sets whether to display the recording date and time during video playback. Setting Details Does not display the date and time during playback. Displays the date and time during playback. DIGEST PLAYBACK Plays back a digest of the recorded videos.

  • Page 107: Edit Menu (Video)

    Settings Menu EDIT Menu (video) PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 57) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 58) TRIMMING Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. The original video remains in its existing location.

  • Page 108: Playback Setting Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image) SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback. Setting Details SLIDE Switches the screen by sliding in from right to left. BLINDS Switches the screen by dividing into vertical strips. CHECKERBOARD Switches the screen by changing through a checkered pattern.

  • Page 109: Edit Menu (Still Image)

    Settings Menu EDIT Menu (still image) PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 57) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 58)

  • Page 110: Setup (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu SETUP (video/still image) Mobile User Guide Displays the QR code to access the Mobile User Guide. The portal site appears when the QR code has been read correctly. Select the model name of your camera to display its Mobile User Guide. Memo : To read the QR code, a relevant application is required.
  • Page 111 Returns all the settings to their default values. FIRMWARE UPDATE Updates the functions of this unit to the latest version. For details, refer to the JVC homepage. (When no program to update the software of this unit is available, nothing will be provided on the homepage.) http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/support/index.html OPEN SOURCE LICENSES (recording only) Displays the open source software licenses that are used in this unit.

  • Page 112: Connection Settings (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu CONNECTION SETTINGS (video/still image) DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. Setting Details Does not display icons and date/time on TV. Displays icons and date/time on TV. VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Setting Details Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3).

  • Page 113: Media Settings (Video/Still Image)

    Settings Menu MEDIA SETTINGS (video/still image) FORMAT SD CARD Deletes all files on the SD card. Setting Details FILE AVCHD video files: Deletes all files on the SD card. The file numbers are also reset. Other files: Deletes all files on the SD card. The folder and file numbers won’t be reset. (The folder and file numbers of newly recorded files will continue from the last number of the deleted files.) FILE + MANAGEMENT NO Deletes all files on the SD card.

  • Page 114: Usb Connection Menu

    Settings Menu USB CONNECTION MENU This menu appears when this unit is connected to a computer using an USB cable. PLAYBACK ON PC Displays videos recorded by this unit by using the Everio MediaBrowser 4. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 67) Saves videos recorded by this unit on your computer without using the provided software.

  • Page 115: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Right Side Bottom Side D Speaker A Terminal Cover Lock E Grip Belt B Tripod Mounting Hole Pass your hand through the grip belt to hold this unit firmly. “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 16) “Grip Adjustment” (A p. 6)

  • Page 116: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Top/Left/Rear Side Inside Terminal Cover A SD Card Slot Insert an optional SD card. B Reset Button A Stereo Microphone C HDMI mini connector Do not cover the microphone with your fingers during video recording. Connects to TV using an HDMI mini cable. B LCD Monitor D AV Connector C CHARGE (Charging) Lamp...

  • Page 117: Lcd Monitor

    Names of Parts LCD Monitor A LCD Monitor Turns the power on/off by opening and closing. Enables self-portraits to be taken by rotating the monitor. “Using the Touch Screen” (A p. 9) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 10) Caution : Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact.

  • Page 118: Indications On The Lcd Monitor

    Indications on the LCD monitor Common Recording Indications Video Recording A Video Mode A TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF Switches between video and still image modes. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 37) B Video Quality B Backlight Compensation “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 80) “Setting Backlight Compensation”...

  • Page 119: Still Image Recording

    Indications on the LCD monitor Still Image Recording Video Playback A Video Mode Switches between video and still image modes. A Still Image Mode B Video Quality Switches between video and still image modes. “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 80) B Image Size C Operation Indicator “...

  • Page 120: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Still Image Playback A Still Image Mode Switches between video and still image modes. B Folder Number C File Number D Date/Time Displays the recording date and time. E Recording media F Battery Indicator “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 42) G SILENT MODE “Using the Silent Mode”...

  • Page 121: When The Unit Is Not Working Properly

    Troubleshooting When the unit is not working properly Resetting this Unit Open the terminal cover. Remove the power cord and all connecting cables. Close the LCD monitor to turn off this unit. Press the Reset button gently using an object with pointed tip.

  • Page 122: Battery Pack

    -10°C to 0°C, this will cause the remaining recording time to shorten. When the recording time becomes extremely short even when the battery is fully charged, the battery needs to be replaced. For details on replacing the built-in battery (subject to a fee), consult the nearest JVC service center.

  • Page 123: Recording

    Troubleshooting Recording SD Card Recording cannot be performed. Cannot insert the SD card. Check the A / B button. Make sure not to insert the SD card in the wrong direction. “Top/Left/Rear Side” (A p. 96) “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 7) Set to the recording mode by tapping the E button on the screen.

  • Page 124: Playback

    Troubleshooting Playback Editing/Copying Sound or video is interrupted. Unable to delete file. Sometimes playback is interrupted at the connecting section between two Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release scenes. This is not a malfunction. protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files”...

  • Page 125: Computer

    Troubleshooting Computer Screen/Image Unable to copy files to the computer’s HDD. The LCD monitor is difficult to see. If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 is not installed, some The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under functions may not work properly.

  • Page 126: Other Problems

    Please be forewarned. The buttons may not respond if you touch them with your fingernails or with - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Please be forewarned. gloves on. - In order for quality improvement, defective recording medium is subject to Disable “SCREEN LOCK”.

  • Page 127: Error Message

    Troubleshooting Error Message? CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH Set the write protect switch of the SD card to off. SET DATE/TIME! INSUFFICIENT AVAILABLE SPACE The clock is reset about one month after the battery is depleted. Therefore, Delete files, or move files to a computer or other devices. “SET DATE/TIME!”...

  • Page 128: Maintenance

    Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : Be sure to detach the AC adapter and power plug before performing any maintenance. Camcorder Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent.

  • Page 129: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Connectors Item Details Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V HDMI output HDMI mini connector connector Power consumption 2.2 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) 2.4 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter)) AV output Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω Rated Current Consumption: 1A connector Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 KΩ...

  • Page 130: Still Image

    Specifications Still Image AC Adapter (AC-V11U) Item Details Item Details Recording format JPEG standard Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Extension .JPG Output DC 5.2 V, 1 A Image Size (16:9 aspect ratio) Allowable operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (Recording pixel 1920 pixels x 1080 pixels (2M)

  • Page 131: Trademarks

    Trademarks Trademarks AVCHD and AVCHD logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and HDMI logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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