ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS EN HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-HD3E/EK Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained on pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this product.
Record in High-Definition! Select the mode which suits your purpose ( pg. 67) • To record in higher quality video (XP mode) • To record a longer time (SP mode) • If you want to copy and edit the video as high-definition images by i.LINK output (1440 CBR mode) High-definition 1080 8 To change the settings See page 66. 1440 View in High-Definition! Enjoy viewing images in high-definition image quality by simply connecting the camera to a high-definition television using an optional HDMI cable. ( pg.
ENGLISH Back Up High-Definition Images on DVD Discs! Video can easily be backed up on a DVD disc by connecting to a separate DVD burner (CU-VD40/CU-VD20). ( pg. 46) • This DVD disc can then be played in the camera or a PC, but not in a DVD player. • If a CU-VD40 is used, the DVD burner can be connected directly to a television so the disc can be played without using the camera. Edit High-Definition Images on a PC! Perform advanced editing on high-definition images by loading to a PC.
Safety Precautions IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.) Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.
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Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories .......................................... 10 Playing Back Files ................................ 29 Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood ............ 10 Attaching the Shoulder Strap....................... 11 Preparing the Remote Control ..................... 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the Audio Cable ........................................... 11 Video Playback ........................................... 29 Still Image Playback ...................................
File Backup on a Windows® PC ........... 52 System Requirements ................................. 52 Software Installation .................................... 53 Connecting the Camera to the PC............... 55 File Backup on the PC ................................. 56 File Backup on the PC without Using Software ...................................................... 57 Other Windows® PC Operations .......... 58 Playing Back Files on the PC ...................... 58 Creating Discs/Editing Files..........
GETTING STARTED Accessories or AC Adapter AP-V17E/14E Power Cord (for AP-V14E only) Battery Pack BN-VF815U Component Cable ( pg. 35) Audio/Video Cable ( pg. 36, 50) USB Cable ( pg. 46, 55, 64) Lens Hood Already attached to the camera. ( below) Shoulder Strap ( pg. 11) CD-ROM ( pg. 53, 63) Remote Control RM-V750U ( pg. 11) Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. Audio Cable ( pg. 11) Core Filter (x2) ( pg.
Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet. Thread the strap through the buckle, adjust its length, and use the strap guide to fix it in place. Position the buckle near the eyelet and reattach the pad. ENGLISH Attaching the Shoulder Strap Buckle Strap Guide Eyelet Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use.
Index AV DC HDmI COMPONENT PLUG IN POWER NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor during the recording mode. • Be careful not to cover sensors : and ; during shooting.
! Index Button [INDEX] ( pg. 31)/ Remaining Space Button/Data Battery Button [ 0 / 1 ] ( pg. 18, 23) # Set Lever Move to ¡ : Reverse Skip ( pg. 29)/Up/ Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] ( pg. 25) Move to ¢ : Forward Skip ( pg. 29)/Down/ Manual Focus Button [FOCUS] ( pg. 25) Move to £ : Reverse Search ( pg. 29)/Left/ Nightscope [NIGHT] ( pg. 25) Move to ¤ : Forward Search ( pg. 29)/Right/ Program AE [PROGRAM AE] ( pg. 24) Press down: Play/Pause ( pg.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only XP 0 A F5.6 1/4000 200X W T FOCUS 16:55 20.01.2007 ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator ( pg. 24) # Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( pg. 28) $ Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg. 22) % Inhibit Indicator & Zoom Indicator ( pg. 22) ( Focus Assist Indicator ( pg. 25) ) Shutter Speed ( pg. 27) * Brightness/Sharpness Control Indicator ( pg. 28, 69) + Battery Indicator ( pg. 77) , Date/Time ( pg.
During Still Image Playback X-60 1:55:01 101-0098 16:55 20.01.2007 16:55 20.01.2007 XP ! Mode Indicator ( pg. 29) # 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) ( pg. 44) ¨ª : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search.) ( pg. 31) ¨© : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search.) ( pg. 31) $ Picture Quality ( pg. 67) % Playback Mode ( pg.
Necessary Settings before Use Power/Mode Switch Access/Charge Lamp 3 Connect the AC adapter. DC Connector To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) AC Adapter (ex. AP-V17E)* Set Lever * If the provided AC adapter is AP-V14E, connect the power cord to the AC adapter, and plug the power cord into an AC outlet. • The access/charge lamp blinks to indicate charging has started. Be sure to configure the following 3 settings before use. Charging the Battery Pack 1 Set the power/mode switch to OFF.
The language on the display can be changed. After performing steps 1-4 ( left column) 1 5 Set the power/mode switch to ON. Select [CLOCK ADJUST]. Select Slide while pressing down the lock button. CLOCK ADJUST DATE 31 ON Set 6 2 SCENE COUNTER EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL QUALITY ZOOM DIS QUIT SELECT SET 3 VIDEO Set 5 Set the date and time. Set 8 To return to the previous screen Move the set lever to £.
Other Settings Power/Mode Switch Checking the Remaining Battery Power Preparation: • Set the power/mode switch to OFF. • Attach the battery pack. BATTERY CONDITION 100% MAX TIME 50% INDEX min 0% Battery information is displayed for approx. 3 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed and held for several seconds. Lens Cover Switch NOTES • If “COMMUNICATING ERROR” appears, Grip Adjustment Open the pad and make grip adjustments.
If you want to record to an SD card, the following 3 operations need to be performed. • Operations are certified on the following SD cards. Video recording: Class 6 compatible SDHC card Still image recording: Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP (128 MB to 4 GB) or SDHC card (4 GB) • If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that had already been recorded. • MultiMediaCards are not supported.
RECORDING Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON. Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! (video) mode. MODE The switch returns to the original position when it is released. Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC The ! lamp on the camera lights up. Press the REC button to start recording. REC XP [4h59m] REC Approximate remaining time for recording 8 To stop recording Press the REC button again.
ENGLISH Still Image Recording Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON. Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select # (still image) mode. MODE The switch returns to the original position when it is released. Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. SELECT PLAY/REC 19 The # lamp on the camera lights up. Press and hold the SNAPSHOT button halfway. 1920 FINE [ The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.
Recording Files (Continued) LED Light Power/Mode Switch Zoom Lever Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. LIGHT A Each time you press the LIGHT button, setting changes. Set Lever DIRECT BACKUP/ EVENT The LED light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions. PLAY/REC Button The LED light turns on automatically when shooting in insufficient light conditions. A LIGHT No display Disables this function.
Select the event that you want to register the file to. • To select a different destination, select [NEXT PAGE]. • To cancel the event registration, select [NON SECTION]. Select Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media – ! mode only Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. ENGLISH 3 MAX RECORDING TIME HDD XP Set The selected event is displayed on the screen. Press the REC button to start recording.
Manual Recording Power/Mode PLAY/REC Switch Button Set Lever Program AE You can record videos or still images with optimum brightness by adjusting the exposure and shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. After performing “To Change to Manual Recording Mode” ( left column) 1 OFF AUTO/INFO FUNCTION 2 Select the desired setting. For details on each setting, see below. Select FOCUS ASSIST Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness etc. manually.
NOTE After performing “To Change to Manual Recording Mode” ( pg. 24) 1 Nightscope 4: JAN.2 FOCUS Nightscope enables recording with more sensitivity in dim locations, by adjusting the shutter speed automatically. After performing “To Change to Manual Recording Mode” ( pg. 24) Adjust the focus. NIGHT 2 If you use focus assist in dark places, the rough area of the image appears in colour, and the outline colour becomes difficult to see.
Manual Recording (Continued) Spot Exposure Control Manual Setting in Function Menu Use this function when backlight compensation does not work well, or to adjust the brightness in the desired spot. You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the function menus. After performing “To Change to Manual Recording Mode” ( pg. 24) The following illustrations of display screens are examples of when [EFFECT] is set to [SEPIA]. 1 Move twice.
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset For ! mode [AUTO]: The brightness is adjusted automatically. –6 to +6: Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the value. ADJUST BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness. ENGLISH Menus For # mode [±0]: The brightness is not adjusted. –2.0 to +2.0 (EV): Corrects the brightness within this range in increments of 1/3EV. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to set the value.
Manual Recording (Continued) Menus EFFECT Enables you to record videos or still images with special effects. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset 1 [OFF]: No effect is used. J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos. K MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old movies. L CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an old movie atmosphere. M STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive snapshots.
PLAYBACK Playing Back Files Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! (video) mode. MODE The switch returns to the original position when it is released. Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. SELECT PLAY/REC VIDEO SELECT The ! lamp on the camera lights up. ENGLISH Video Playback 8/8 SET SORT The index screen for videos appears. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ / £ / ¤ to select the desired file, then press down. Select Set 8 To return to the index screen Press the INDEX button.
Playing Back Files (Continued) Still Image Playback Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select # (still image) mode. MODE The switch returns to the original position when it is released. The # lamp on the camera lights up. Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. SELECT PLAY/REC IMAGE SELECT 8/8 SET SORT The index screen for still images appears. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ / £ / ¤ to select the desired file, then press down.
Power/Mode Switch Select the recording date. Select 07 01 2007 Set 3 SELECT 1/3 SET ENGLISH 2 SORT Select the file you want to play back. Select Set FUNCTION PLAY/REC Button Set Lever 8 To return to the index screen Press the INDEX button. Event Screen – ! mode only File Search Function You can switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen for the convenient file search. The event screen can be used in ! mode. It cannot be used in # mode.
Playing Back Files (Continued) 3 Select the recording date. To Play Back TPD Files – ! mode only To display all the files, select [ALL SCENES]. 4 Select VACATION Set SELECT 1/3 SET TPD files (demonstration files, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. ( pg. 72) Follow the procedure below to play back the TPD files in the EXTMOV folder. SORT Select the file you want to play back. Select Set Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! mode.
Playback effects Add effects that, for example, alter the colour tones of images. Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select the playback mode. 1 2 DELETE PROTECT EFFECT WIPE/FADER PLAYBACK PLAYLIST EDIT PLAYLIST PLAYBACK TPD FILE PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE FUNCTION Select [EFFECT]. Select Set 3 8 Items for EFFECT setting • J SEPIA: The image is given a brownish tint like an old photo.
Playing Back Files (Continued) Wipe or fader effects – ! mode only Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images. Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 2 DELETE PROTECT EFFECT WIPE/FADER PLAYBACK PLAYLIST EDIT PLAYLIST PLAYBACK TPD FILE PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE FUNCTION Select [WIPE/FADER]. Select Set 3 WIPE/FADER OFF FADER-WHITE FADER-BLACK FADER-B.
Watching Images on TV 8 To connect using the COMPONENT connector AC Adapter To AC Outlet Connection with TV You can output videos from the HDMI connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV/S connector. Select the connector that best suits your television. ENGLISH This camera is designed to be used with high-definition or PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. AV Connector DC Connector Preparation: Turn off all units.
Watching Images on TV (Continued) 8 To connect using the AV/S connectors Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed S Connector 1 Turn on the camera and the TV. 2 Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. 3 To AC Outlet S Cable (optional) AV Connector AC Adapter (Only when connecting the camera to the VCR/DVD recorder) Turn on the VCR/DVD recorder, and set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. DC Connector 4 Start playback on the camera. ( pg.
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files SNAP SHOT PLAY/REC Button Zoom Lever Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! or # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. ENGLISH Set Lever The following illustrations of display screens are examples of when performing [DELETE].
Managing Files (Continued) Selecting and Deleting/Protecting Files Deleting/Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 37) After performing steps 1-2 ( pg. 37) 3 3 Select [FILE SELECT]. Select VIDEO DELETE 8/8 Select [DELETE ALL] or [PROTECT ALL]. Select DELETE ALL? EXCEPT PROTECTED FILE Set 4 EXECUTE SELECT SET QUIT CANCEL Set SELECT SET Select the desired file. Select VIDEO DELETE 8/8 4 Select [EXECUTE].
Preparation: • For ! mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. • For # mode: Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. Preparation: Play back the still image. Press twice. AUTO INFO A histogram is a graph indicating the image’s brightness. By checking the image and its histogram, you can see the exposure level pattern and the overall tone reproduction.
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording – ! mode only 4 EVENT RE-REGISTRATION ENDS DO YOU WANT TO SAVE? DIRECT BACKUP SAVE AND QUIT DELETE AND QUIT CANCEL EVENT Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 VACATION DIRECT BACKUP EVENT NON SECTION SELECT 2 1/ 3 NEXT PAGE REGISTER QUIT Select a new event to register the file to.
You can extract the desired scene from a recorded video file, and store it as a still image file. Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. 1 Select the desired video file. Select VIDEO 8/8 DPOF Print Setting – # mode only The number of prints to make of a still image recorded on an SD card can be set. This feature is useful when taking the SD card to a photo lab for printing.
Managing Files (Continued) 5 Select the number of prints (max. 15 prints). Select Setting All Files Together (One Print for Each) After performing steps 1-2 3 Set Select ALL1 To set print information for other images, repeat steps 4 and 5. (You can set up to 999 files.) 6 FUNCTION Select [ALL1]. EXECUTE CANCEL Set 4 SELECT SET Select [EXECUTE]. Select 8 To exit the screen Press the FUNCTION button. 8 To cancel the selection Set the number of prints to “00” in step 5.
Playlists – ! mode only 4 Select an item and display files. Select PLAY/REC Button ENGLISH Power/Mode Switch Set • [IMPORT FROM EVENT]: FUNCTION Search for an event and display the corresponding files listed by recording date. Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ / £ / ¤ to select the event, then press down. • [IMPORT FROM DATE]: Display all the files in the medium listed by recording date. • [ALL SCENES]: Display all files individually.
Playlists – ! mode only (Continued) 6 Select the insertion point. Select EDIT Playing Back Playlists 8/8 TOTAL 30h15m Set SELECT 1 FUNCTION REGISTER • To add other files, repeat steps 5 and 6. • To delete a registered scene, move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select the registered file, then press down. 2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. Select 7 FUNCTION DELETE PROTECT EFFECT WIPE/FADER PLAYBACK PLAYLIST EDIT PLAYLIST PLAYBACK TPD FILE PLAYBACK NORMAL FILE PLAYBACK PLAYLIST 01 07. 01.
You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. Preparation: Perform steps 1-2. (墌 pg. 43) Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist 3 Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select [EDIT], then press down. 4 Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select the playlist you want to edit, then press down. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8 in “Creating Playlists”. (墌 pg. 43) Deleting Playlist Original files are not deleted even if you delete the playlist.
COPYING Copying Files PLAY/REC Button FUNCTION Power/Mode Switch Set Lever Using a DVD Burner to Copy Files from the Camera The files in the camera can be backed up to a DVD disc using a DVD burner (CU-VD40/ CU-VD20 sold separately). • Supported media: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-R DL (More than one disc may be required depending on the size of the file to be copied. In this case, use new (unused) discs.) • This disc cannot be played in a normal DVD player. Use one of the following methods to view the disc.
Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. ( pg. 46) • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select ! or # mode. The following illustrations of display screens are examples of when backing up video files. 1 Select [NORMAL BACK-UP]. Select NORMAL BACK-UP ALL UNSAVED SCENES Set 2 SELECT SET TOP Select the desired menu. • [ALL]: All files in the recording medium are copied.
Copying Files (Continued) • [CREATE BY PLAYLIST*]: Select Files for Backup Select the desired playlist from the list of playlists. The selected playlists are displayed in a list. 1) Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ / £ / ¤ to select the desired list, then press down. To select other lists, repeat this process. 2) Move the set lever to ¤ twice. • [CREATE BY DATE]: Files are sorted according to the date on which they were recorded. Relevant files are displayed in a list.
Select [EXECUTE] or [EXECUTE AND FINALIZE]. By selecting [EXECUTE AND FINALIZE], the disc is finalised after the files are copied. Select Using a VCR/DVD Recorder to Dub Files from the Camera You can connect the camera to a VCR or DVD recorder, and dub the camera’s files directly onto those devices. ENGLISH 5 Connection with a VCR/DVD Recorder Set • The disc begins to be created. When [COMPLETED] appears, press down the set lever to complete the operation. • When [COMPLETED.
Copying Files (Continued) 8 To connect using the AV/S connectors (analogue dubbing) 2 1) Press the FUNCTION button. 2) Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST], then press down. 3) Move the set lever to ¤. *1 4) Move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select [START PLAYBACK], then press down. (A black screen is displayed for 5 seconds at the first and the last scene. *2) 1 * When dubbing using the i.LINK connection and with [i.
4 ENGLISH Copying/Moving Still Image Files You can copy or move still image files between the HDD and SD card. Preparation: • Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select # mode. • Press the PLAY/REC button to select playback mode. • Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD slot. • Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium. 1 5 • [FILE]: Select this to transfer the selected files.
PC OPERATION File Backup on a Windows® PC Set Lever Power/Mode Switch DIRECT BACKUP/ EVENT Install the software that came with the camera to your PC. You can back up your files on your PC with a simple one-touch operation, edit your files on your PC, and also create discs. Even if you do not install the software, you can still back up your files on your PC. ( pg.
The following software is included in the CDROM that came with your camera. • CyberLink BD Solution Comprehensive application software that consists of the following 3 kinds of software. PowerCinema NE for Everio The main authoring software. You can perform various operations such as file backup, playback, and editing from the top menu of this software. Q You can perform detailed settings for each item. R Select a function on the right, and an explanation is displayed.
File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued) 4 Select the desired language and click [OK]. 5 Click [Yes]. The software installation starts. 6 54 Click [Finish]. 8 When installation is completed The installed software is displayed in [All Programs]. The backup destination folder [MyWorks] for files is created on the hard disk drive that has the most free space.
Preparation: Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF. AV PLUG IN POWER USB Connector DC DC Connector USB Cable AC Adapter 8 When you have finished operation Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camera, or turning off the camera/PC power. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camera and PC. 1) Confirm that the access/charge lamp on the camera does not light or blink. (If the access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.
File Backup on a Windows® PC (Continued) File Backup on the PC This method uses the software on the CDROM to back up files onto your PC. Video files that have never been backed up onto the connected PC are automatically selected from the back up history and backed up. If you could not install the software, turn to page 57 for details of how to back up your files without using this software. File Backup from the specified media Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CDROM. ( pg.
Preparation: Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg. 55) 1 On the PC, create a folder to back up files into. 2 Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. 5 Select the folder that you want to back up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1. • SD_VIDEO: ENGLISH File Backup on the PC without Using Software Folder that contains video files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PRG001] one by one.
Other Windows® PC Operations Playing Back Files on the PC 4 Click the media that contains desired files. Preparation: • Install the software from the provided CDROM. ( pg. 53) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg. 55) 1 Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. 5 PLAYBACK ON PC BACK UP SELECT 2 SET QUIT On the camera, move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select [PLAYBACK ON PC], then press down. A dialog box is displayed on the PC screen.
3 Click [Copy/Edit]. 4 Click the media that contains desired files. 5 Click the check box of the desired file. Preparation: • Install the software from the included CDROM. ( pg. 53) • Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( pg. 55) 1 ENGLISH Creating Discs/Editing Files Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. PLAYBACK ON PC BACK UP SELECT 2 SET QUIT On the camera, move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select [PLAYBACK ON PC], then press down.
Other Windows® PC Operations (Continued) 6 Click [Copy/Advanced function]. 7 Click [Create Disc] for creating discs, or [Advanced Editing] for editing. PowerProducer (for creating discs) or PowerDirector (for editing) starts. For more information on detailed operations of the software, refer to their Readme ( pg. 61) or CyberLink web site. ( pg. 53) NOTES • You can use following discs: - BD-RE, BD-R - DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs) - DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be formatted before recording.
For more information on operations of the software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the User’s Guides. Digital Photo Navigator 1.5 The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. 1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. 2 Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [My Computer], then click [Open]. 3 Double-click the [DOCS] folder. 4 Open the “Start.pdf” file and click the button of the desired language.
Other Windows® PC Operations (Continued) Contact us for information on the provided software Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software licence. JVC When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the following information ready.
File Backup on a Macintosh Preparation: Quit any other software you are using. 1 You can find the latest information on the provided software program at our world wide web server at http://www2.cli.co.jp/products/ ne/ Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. 2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. 3 Double-click the QuickTime Component for Everio icon. 4 Click [Continue]. Software Installation ENGLISH You can back up camera files onto your computer.
File Backup on a Macintosh (Continued) 5 Click [Continue]. Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh Preparation: Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF. 6 AV DC Click [Install]. The software installation starts. PLUG IN POWER DC Connector USB Cable USB Connector AC Adapter To AC Outlet 7 Click [Close]. USB Connector NOTES • Never disconnect the USB cable while the access/charge lamp on the camera lights or blinks.
File Backup on the Macintosh Preparation: Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable. ( pg. 64) 1 On the computer, create a folder to back up files into. 2 Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. 3 On the camera, move the set lever to ¡ / ¢ to select [PLAYBACK ON PC], then press down. 4 Double-click [EVERIO_HDD] or [EVERIO_SD]. 5 Select the folder that you want to back up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1.
FURTHER INFORMATION Changing the Menu Settings 3 MENU Select the desired menu from the first menu item. • [VIDEO]: Displays menus related to ! mode. • [IMAGE]: Displays menus related to # mode. • [GENERAL]: Displays menus common to ! and # modes. • [OUTPUT SETTING]: Displays menus related to image output when connecting to other devices. • [MEDIA]: Displays menus related to recording media (HDD and SD cards).
n QUALITY Sets the picture quality for videos. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [XP]: Record in 1440 x 1080i (high-definition), VBR (Variable Bit Rate). Select this to record in the highest picture quality. SP: Record in 1440 x 1080i (high-definition), VBR (Variable Bit Rate). Select this in order to record for a long time. 1440 CBR: Record in 1440 x 1080i (high-definition), CBR (Constant Bit Rate). Select this to copy a recorded video in high-definition using the i.LINK connector.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus n QUALITY Sets the picture quality for still images. y IMAGE SIZE Selects the picture size for still images. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [FINE] / STANDARD [1920 x 1080] / 1440 x 1080 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480 2 GAIN Sets the ISO setting to increase the sensitivity in dark conditions. [AUTO] / 100 / 200 / 400 # IMAGE [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function. BRACKETING: Activates the bracket shooting function.
< DATE/TIME Displays the current time on the LCD monitor. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset OFF: The date/time does not appear. [AUTO]: The date/time appears for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases. ENGLISH Menus • When the power/mode switch is set from OFF to ON • When playback starts ON: The date/time is always displayed. Z PRESET EXECUTE: Performs this function. [CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset. g BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus l DISPLAY Y GENERAL Displays the on-screen display. % DISPLAY ON TV Displays camera’s on-screen display on a TV screen. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset OFF: Turns off the on-screen display. [ON]: Turns on the on-screen display. [OFF]: Does not display on TV. ON: Displays on TV. NOTE When connected to a TV using the i.LINK connector, the camera’s on-screen display is not displayed on the TV, even if this setting is [ON].
) CLEAN-UP HDD Writing speed to HDD tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. Execute cleanup periodically to regain the writing speed. * FORMAT HDD Ensures stable speeds and operation when accessing the hard disk drive. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset Connect the AC adapter. EXECUTE: Performs this function. Select [OK] when completed. [CANCEL]: Cancels this function.
Folder Structure and Extensions X = number Recording medium Contains the still image folders. [DCIM] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] Contains the video file folders. [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.TOD] [MOVXXX.MOI] Management information* for the media as a whole Management information* Video file Management information* for the video file [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX] [EXTMOV] Demonstration files are saved. Video files with defective management information are also saved.
Troubleshooting The following phenomena are not malfunctions. • The camera heats up when it is used for a long time. • The battery heats up during charging. • When playing back a video file, the image stops momentarily or the sound is interrupted at junctions between scenes. Trouble No power is supplied. No display appears. The power was turned off accidentally. • To solve the problem, first follow the instructions below. • If the problem is not solved, reset the camera.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Displays Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish. Coloured bright spots appear on the LCD monitor. Recording cannot be performed. 12, 69 – its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. • The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology. – • Recording medium is full.
Playback cannot be performed. Action • Select the recording medium properly. • To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or 67, 68 36 channel that is appropriate for video playback. • Do not select the sepia (SEPIA) or monotone 33 • The driving sound (hum) of the hard disk may have been – • The temperature of the camera is increasing. If the – Aspect ratio of the image is strange when watching images on your TV.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Trouble Action Other problems • Remove protection from the files and delete them. The data process is too slow after the power is switched on or the mode is changed. • There is a large number of still images (approx. 1,000 or The SD card cannot be removed from the camera. • Push the SD card in a few more times. 19 When connected with an i.LINK cable, the camera does not operate even if controls are attempted from the PC, etc. • Linked operation from an i.
Warning Indications – (Battery indicator) High ENGLISH Meaning/Action • Displays the remaining battery power. Indication Exhausted • As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery – • Appears when the date/time is not set. • The built-in clock’s rechargeable lithium battery is 17 16 • Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on in recording – • Perform clean up to restore the capacity of the recording media. • Turn off the camera. Remove the card and insert it again.
Warning Indications (Continued) Indication RECORDING MAY NOT BE CORRECT ON THE MEMORY CARD Meaning/Action • Confirm the operation procedure and try recording again. • Replace the SD card. – 19 • Cannot record because the number of file management – folders on either the HDD or SD card has reached the maximum number. Backup your files to other media, and then perform the following operations to reset the folder numbers.
Specifications 8 For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 6.7 W (using LCD monitor) Approx. 6.9 W (using LCD monitor and LED light) Dimensions (W x H x D) 82 mm x 75 mm x 154 mm Weight Approx. 585 g (incl. strap) Approx. 670 g (incl. battery and strap) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C Operating humidity 35% to 80% Storage temperature –20°C to 50°C Pickup 1/5" (570,000 pixels) progressive CCD Lens Video: F 1.8 to 2.4, f = 3.2 mm to 32.
Specifications (Continued) Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Operating distance Within 5 m Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C Dimensions (W x H x D) 42 mm x 14.5 mm x 91 mm Weight Approx. 30 g (incl. battery) Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Cautions The supplied battery Terminals pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: • To avoid hazards ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. ... do not modify or disassemble. ...
Cautions (Continued) Main Unit • For safety, DO NOT ... open the camera’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. ... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. ... leave the battery pack attached when the camera is not in use. ... place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. ... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. • Avoid using the unit ...
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Terms A AC Adapter ...................................................... 16 M Macintosh ........................................................ 63 Adjust Brightness ............................................ 27 Aperture Priority .............................................. 27 AV/S Connection ................................. 36, 50, 70 Manual Recording ........................................... 24 Menu Settings ................................................. 66 B Backlight Compensation ........
