JVC GZ-V500BUS, Everio GZ-V500 Detailed User Manual

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HD MEMORY CAMERA

LYT2463-003A

Detailed User Guide

GZ-V500

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Table of Contents

Beginner’s Guide ...........................................................

Charging .................................................................................. 4

Recording

................................................................................ 4

Playback .................................................................................. 4

Shooting Tips ........................................................................... 4

Holiday Season/Christmas ...................................................... 5

Wedding .................................................................................. 6

Travel ....................................................................................... 7

Amusement Park ..................................................................... 9

Getting Started

Verifying the Accessories ...................................................... 10

Attaching the Core Filter .....................................................

Charging the Battery Pack ..................................................... 12

Grip Adjustment ..................................................................... 13

Using as a Hand Strap ....................................................... 13

Inserting an SD Card ............................................................. 14

Types of Usable SD Card ................................................... 14

Using the Touch Screen ........................................................ 15

Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor ....... 16

Clock Setting ......................................................................... 17

Resetting the Clock ............................................................ 18

Changing the Display Language ............................................ 19

Holding this Unit .................................................................... 19

Tripod Mounting .................................................................... 19

Using this Unit Overseas ....................................................... 20

Charging the Battery Pack Overseas ................................. 20

Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling ................. 20

Setting Daylight Saving Time ............................................. 21

Optional Accessories ............................................................. 21

Recording

Taking Videos in Auto Mode .................................................. 22

Zooming ............................................................................. 24

Capturing Still Images During Video Recording ................. 24

Taking Still Images in Auto Mode ........................................... 25

Zooming ............................................................................. 28

Manual Recording ................................................................. 28

Shooting According to Scene (Subject) ............................. 29

Adjusting Focus Manually .................................................. 31

Adjusting Brightness .......................................................... 32

Setting Shutter Speed ........................................................ 33

Setting Aperture ................................................................. 34

Setting White Balance ........................................................ 35

Setting Backlight Compensation ........................................ 36

Taking Close-up Shots ....................................................... 37

Recording with Effects ........................................................... 38

Recording with Animation Effects ...................................... 38

Recording with Face Decorations ...................................... 41

Recording with Decorative Stamps .................................... 42

Recording with Personal Handwriting ................................ 43

Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF) ....... 44

Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT) ................. 45

Capturing Pets Automatically (PET SHOT) ........................ 46

Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected

Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW) ......................................... 47

Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information

............................................................................................ 49

Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY ...................................... 51

Editing the Registered Face Information ............................ 52

Reducing Camera Shake ....................................................... 53

Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording .................................... 54

Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING) ............. 55

Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)

............................................................................................ 56

Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) ............................................ 58

Recording Videos with Date and Time ................................... 60

Checking the Remaining Recording Time ............................. 61

Playback

Playing Back Videos .............................................................. 63

Checking the Recording Date and Other Information

......... 65

Checking the Content of Videos Quickly (Digest Playback)

........................................................................................ 65

Playing a Video with Defective Management Information ... 66

Playing Back Still Images ....................................................... 67

Slideshow Playback ........................................................... 68

Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date ................ 69

Connecting to and Viewing on TV .......................................... 69

Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector .......................... 70

Connecting via the AV Connector ...................................... 71

Playing Back Playlists ............................................................ 71

Playing Back a DVD or Blu-ray Disc Created on this Unit ...... 72

Digest Playback on a Blu-ray or DVD Player ...................... 72

Editing

Deleting Unwanted Files ........................................................ 73

Deleting the Currently Displayed File

................................. 73

Deleting Selected Files ...................................................... 73

Protecting Files ...................................................................... 74

Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed

File .................................................................................. 74

Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files .............. 75

Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Playback ............ 76

Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING) ............ 76

Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube .......................... 77

Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos ......................... 79

Creating Playlists with Selected Files ................................. 79

Creating Playlists by Date .................................................. 80

Editing Playlists .................................................................. 81

Deleting Playlists ................................................................ 82

Copying

Creating Discs with a DVD Writer .......................................... 83

Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3)

..................................... 84

Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50) ................................... 84

Creating a Disc ................................................................... 85

Playing Back with a DVD Writer ......................................... 89

Creating Discs with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) ....... 90

Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) .................. 90

Creating a Disc ................................................................... 91

Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive) ...... 96

Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Recorder ........... 96

Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a DVD Recorder ... 97

Dubbing Files to a VHS Tape by Connecting to a VCR .......... 97

Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive .................................. 98

Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive ......................... 98

Copying All Files ................................................................ 99

Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive .. 100

Deleting Folders in the USB External Hard Disk Drive ..... 100

Formatting the USB External Hard Disk Drive .................. 101

Importing Files from the USB External Hard Disk Drive .... 101

Copying to Windows PC ...................................................... 103

Verifying System Requirements (Guideline) ..................... 103

Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) ......................... 104

Backing Up All Files ......................................................... 105

Organizing Files ............................................................... 106

Recording Videos to Discs ............................................... 107

Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software ......... 108

List of Files and Folders ................................................... 110

Copying to Mac Computer ................................................... 111

Menu Settings

Operating the Menu ............................................................. 112

Operating the Shortcut Menu ........................................... 112

Operating the Main Menu ................................................. 113

Operating the Common Menu .......................................... 113

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Recording Menu (Video) ...................................................... 114

INFO.

............................................................................... 116

SCENE SELECT .............................................................. 116

FOCUS ............................................................................ 116

BRIGHTNESS ADJUST ................................................... 116

SHUTTER SPEED ........................................................... 116

APERTURE PRIORITY .................................................... 116

WHITE BALANCE ............................................................ 116

BACKLIGHT COMP. ........................................................ 116

TELE MACRO .................................................................. 116

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF ............................................... 116

LIGHT .............................................................................. 116

GAIN UP .......................................................................... 117

WIND CUT ....................................................................... 117

ANIMATION EFFECT ...................................................... 118

DECORATE FACE EFFECT ............................................ 118

STAMP ............................................................................ 118

HANDWRITING EFFECT ................................................ 118

HIGH SPEED RECORDING ............................................ 118

TIME-LAPSE RECORDING ............................................. 118

AUTO REC ...................................................................... 118

DATE/TIME RECORDING ............................................... 118

FACE SUB-WINDOW ...................................................... 118

SHUTTER MODE ............................................................ 118

SMILE SHOT ................................................................... 119

SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY ................................................ 119

FACE REGISTRATION .................................................... 119

PET SHOT ....................................................................... 119

VIDEO QUALITY .............................................................. 119

ZOOM .............................................................................. 120

x.v.Color ........................................................................... 121

ZOOM MIC ...................................................................... 121

Recording Menu (Still Image) .............................................. 122

SCENE SELECT .............................................................. 124

FOCUS ............................................................................ 124

BRIGHTNESS ADJUST ................................................... 124

SHUTTER SPEED ........................................................... 124

APERTURE PRIORITY .................................................... 124

WHITE BALANCE ............................................................ 124

BACKLIGHT COMP. ........................................................ 124

TELE MACRO .................................................................. 124

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF ............................................... 124

LIGHT .............................................................................. 124

SELF-TIMER .................................................................... 125

GAIN UP .......................................................................... 125

AUTO REC ...................................................................... 125

SHUTTER MODE ............................................................ 126

CONT. SHOOTING SPEED ............................................. 126

SMILE SHOT ................................................................... 127

SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY ................................................ 127

FACE REGISTRATION .................................................... 127

PET SHOT ....................................................................... 127

IMAGE SIZE ..................................................................... 127

Playback Menu (Video) ........................................................ 128

FILE INFORMATION ....................................................... 129

SEARCH DATE ................................................................ 129

DISPLAY DATE/TIME ...................................................... 129

DIGEST PLAYBACK ........................................................ 130

PLAYBACK PLAYLIST .................................................... 130

EDIT PLAYLIST ............................................................... 130

PROTECT/CANCEL ........................................................ 130

TRIMMING ....................................................................... 130

UPLOAD SETTINGS ....................................................... 130

PLAYBACK OTHER FILE ................................................ 130

K2 TECHNOLOGY .......................................................... 130

Playback Menu (Still Image) ................................................ 131

FILE INFORMATION ....................................................... 131

SEARCH DATE ................................................................ 131

SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS ................................................. 132

PROTECT/CANCEL ........................................................ 132

Common Menu .................................................................... 133

CLOCK ADJUST .............................................................. 135

DATE DISPLAY STYLE ................................................... 135

LANGUAGE .....................................................................

135

MONITOR BRIGHTNESS ................................................ 135

OPERATION SOUND ...................................................... 136

SILENT MODE ................................................................. 136

AUTO POWER OFF ......................................................... 137

QUICK RESTART ............................................................ 137

DEMO MODE .................................................................. 138

TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST ............................................. 138

DISPLAY ON TV .............................................................. 139

VIDEO OUTPUT .............................................................. 140

HDMI OUTPUT ................................................................ 140

HDMI CONTROL ............................................................. 141

FACTORY PRESET ......................................................... 141

UPDATE .......................................................................... 141

PC SOFTWARE UPDATE ............................................... 141

FORMAT SD CARD ......................................................... 142

MOBILE USER GUIDE .................................................... 142

Names of Parts

Front .................................................................................... 143

Rear .....................................................................................

143

Bottom ................................................................................. 144

Interior ................................................................................. 144

LCD Monitor ........................................................................ 145

Indications on the LCD monitor

Common Recording Indications .......................................... 146

Video Recording

.................................................................. 146

Still Image Recording ........................................................... 147

Video Playback .................................................................... 147

Still Image Playback ............................................................ 148

Troubleshooting

When the unit is not working properly .................................. 148

Battery Pack

........................................................................ 149

Recording ............................................................................ 149

Card ..................................................................................... 150

Playback .............................................................................. 150

Editing/Copying ................................................................... 151

Computer ............................................................................. 151

Screen/Image ...................................................................... 152

Other Problems ................................................................... 152

Error Message? ................................................................... 153

Maintenance

Specifications

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Charging

Refer

to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed

User Guide.

Recording

Refer

to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed

User Guide.

Playback

Refer

to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed

User Guide.

Shooting Tips

Basic Way to Hold a Camcorder ~ Recording Stable Images ~

This is the standard way of shooting while standing up. Be sure to master this basic technique in order to achieve stable images.

[Getting Ready]

A Open your feet to the width of your shoulders. B Keep

the elbow of your right arm, which is holding the camcorder, close

to your side.

C Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle

accordingly.

Extending Your Hands to Shoot ~ High-Angle Shooting ~

Extend your hand when your subject is being hidden behind a crowd of people.

[Getting Ready]

A Open your feet to the width of your shoulders. B Extend your right hand and hold the camcorder over your head. C Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle

accordingly.

Caution :

Use this way of shooting only as a last resort as it is difficult to achieve stable images.

Set to the wide angle as much as possible as the image will be prone to camera shake.

Be considerate. Do not inconvenience the people around you.

Squatting and Shooting at Eye Level

Staying low is a common position to take when shooting small children. By recording from the eye level of the child, you can capture all his cute expressions clearly.

[Getting Ready]

A Kneel down with your left knee while keeping your right foot on the

ground.

B Place the elbow of your right arm, which is holding the camcorder, on

your right knee.

C Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle

accordingly.

Panning

Refer

to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed

User Guide.

Use this method to shoot a wide angle of view.

[Getting Ready]

A Shoot by rotating your body instead of moving your arms while keeping

the basic way of holding a camcorder as stated above.

B Stand facing the direction where the rotation will stop. C Twist your upper body to the direction where recording will start. D Press the start button and record for 2 seconds, then slowly twist back

your body to face the front. Record for another 2 seconds while facing the front, then press the stop button. (The 90 degrees rotation should take about 5 seconds, giving the feeling of a slow motion.)

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Holiday Season/Christmas

Record the happy Christmas celebration with your family!

Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner

The decoration of tree and preparation of dinner are part of the joy of Christmas. Be sure to record these happy family times!

Decorating the tree

A tree is the most important thing to bring out the mood of Christmas. Simply the scene of all family members engaging in the decorating of a fir tree with various colorful ornaments is full of the feeling of happiness.

Preparing the Dinner

Record the scenes as everyone helps to prepare the feast of the night. You can film the mother who is cooking, the children who are helping, and of course, the process of making a cake!

Recording the Christmas Party

After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Not

only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of the family while being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is slightly drunk from champagne!

Finding the Presents

For children, the greatest joy of Christmas is receiving presents the next morning. Their expression of delight when finding a present next to their pillow is a recording opportunity not to be missed. Get ready to shoot before the children wake up!

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Wedding

Create an awesome wedding video for the bride and groom!

Discussing and Planning Before the Event

Before the day of the wedding reception, it is important to discuss with the bride and groom about various details such as the order of the ceremony and whether there are any entertainment programs or change of clothes. By understanding the preferences of the bride and groom, you will be able to shoot more appropriately.

Finding out the route of entrance

The highlight of a wedding reception is the entrance of the bride and groom. Find

out which door they will enter from and the route they will take from the person-in-charge of the wedding hall in advance. Set up the tripod at a place where you can follow the couple using zoom without having to move around.

Number of times and timing of clothes-changing

Find out the timing of any changing of clothes so as to capture the scene well when the bride and groom enter again. You can also make use the time while the bride and groom are changing to record comments of well wishes from the guests.

Finding the Right Angle to Capture Both Bride and Groom

Composing the picture with the guests in front and the bride and groom at the back

The main characters of a wedding are of course the bride and groom. Record their

expressions clearly during the toast, speech, entertainment programs, and other scenes. Another recommendation is to capture the face shots of the guests, then pan towards the groom. Picture composition containing the crowd of guests only lacks fun, so be sure to pay attention to the shooting angle and size.

Recording the Expressions and Comments of Guests

Setting the shot from eye level to chest level

You can record comments from the guest by going around asking, "Please say a few words for the bride and groom". This

can be done at the guests' waiting room, when the bride and groom are

changing, or during the entertainment programs.

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Advanced Operation with Two Camcorders

If video-editing is to be done, record using two camcorders so that a video with varying scenes can be created. You can try asking a close friend who has a camcorder at home. Set the borrowed camcorder on a tripod to focus on taking close-up shots of the bride and groom. In this way, the other camcorder can be moved around

to record other scenes, enabling an interesting video with changing scenes to be created through editing and compilation. As most people own at least a digital camera nowadays, even if you are really unable to find an extra camcorder, inserting still pictures to the video at various points is also a good way to add variety. Do give it a try!

<Camcorder 1> Closing up on the bride and groom all the time

<Camcorder 2> Recording

the congratulatory messages from friends at the

same time

Travel

Capture all the good times of your domestic or overseas trips!

Bringing the Necessary Equipment

The necessary things to bring on a trip depends on your traveling purpose and the destination. For overseas trips in particular, you have to think about what to bring in accordance to the local conditions. Here are some suggestions for your consideration.

Camcorder

Think about how many hours of shooting you will usually perform in a day. Be sure to prepare enough recording medium especially for long overseas trips. If you are recording in SD cards, get ready the sufficient number of cards, including some for backup.

Battery Pack

Prepare

a battery pack that is ready for double the expected recording time in a day. For example, if you plan to record for 2 hours a day, prepare a battery pack that is ready for 4 hours (actual recording time). For a day trip, you can prepare a battery with low capacity but for a long trip, do prepare a few batteries with high capacities.

AC Adapter

The JVC AC adapter supports voltages from 110 V to 240 V, and hence can be used anywhere in the world. Bring along the adapter if you are traveling for a long time. Charge the battery pack while sleeping so that you can record with full battery power the next day.

Power Plug Adapter

The shape of the power plug varies according to countries. Be sure to check the shape of the power plug beforehand, and bring the appropriate power plug adapter. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 20)

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Tripod

A tripod is an essential item to take stable images. Select an appropriate tripod in accordance to your purpose and style of traveling, such as a compact one to be used on a table or one that is at least 1 m tall.

Recording the Excitement Before Departure

It may be a little abrupt to start your travel video at the destination suddenly. Record

also the preparations prior to departure if it is a family trip, or the time when everyone is gathered at the meeting place if you are traveling with your friends. For overseas trips, taking a shot of the signs and displays at the airport of the flight you are taking may be useful for future reference.

Using Pan at the Places of Interest

Tourists spots with beautiful scenery or historical sites are places that you would certainly want to record. To capture the magnificence of a scene which cannot be fitted into a single frame, try the panning technique. Refer to “Shooting Tips” found in the “Beginner’s Guide” on this website on how to use panning effectively. In addition, you may also like to take a shot of the signs or monuments that can often be found at the tourist spots.

Showing Everyone Having a Good Time

When taking a video, it is rather dull to shoot only the scenery or historical sites. Talk about your feelings while recording the breath-taking scenery of an attraction so that it will be an interesting scene to view later.

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Amusement Park

Take more shots of the smiling faces of everyone in the family!

Taking Videos or Still Images According to the Attraction

You may choose to take videos all the time. However, you may want to take some still images too. The

following section explains the scenarios suitable for taking videos or still

images.

Scenarios suitable for taking videos

Scenarios with changes in body movement are suitable for taking videos. This

includes situations where there are rapid changes in facial expressions or voices of surprise and delight. *Some amusement parks do not allow passengers to perform any recording. Be sure to check beforehand. [Examples]

Merry-go-round, go kart, coffee cup, etc.

Scenarios suitable for taking still images (photos)

Scenarios with little movement of the subject are suitable for taking still images. Try

to take the still images from an angle such that the surroundings can be seen clearly. [Examples]

Carousal, ferris wheel, fun bicycle rides, etc.

Inducing Responses by Calling Out

Videos with no waving of hands nor laughter are not only dull when you view them later, but also put the capability of the audio-recording function of the camcorder to a waste. When recording, induce more reactions by enthusiastically waving your hands or shouting out "Is it fun?" and the like.

Capturing the Best Moment in a Video as a Still Image

Shots with the eyes closed are often taken by accident. To reduce such mistakes, make use of the function to capture still images from videos. As videos are actually continuous recording of 60 still images within 1 minute, using this function allows you to select the best moment and save it as a still image. “Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Playback” (A p. 76)

Advanced Operation with Backlight Compensation

When the subject’s face is in backlight or when the expression cannot be seen

clearly, the Intelligent Auto function of this unit automatically increases its brightness for recording. If Intelligent Auto fails to function as expected or if the brightness correction is insufficient, you can increase the brightness by using backlight compensation in the Manual mode. “Setting Details” (A p. 36)

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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

Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors.

Battery Pack BN-VG212U

Attaches to this unit to supply power.

HDMI Mini Cable

Connects this unit to a TV to play back recorded images on the TV in a better quality.

AV Cable

Connects this unit to a TV to play back recorded images on the TV.

USB Cable (Type A - Mini Type B)

Connects this unit to a computer.

Core Filter (for USB Cable)

The core filter reduces interference when this unit is connected to other devices.

Stylus Pen

Use this for operations on the touch screen.

Basic User Guide

Read well and keep in a safe place where it can be accessed easily when necessary.

Memo :

SD cards are sold separately.

“Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 14

)

When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available converter plug for the country or region of visit.

“Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 20)

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Attaching the Core Filter

Attach a core filter to the end of the USB cable that is connected to this unit. The core filter reduces interference when this unit is connected to other devices.

3 cm

Release the stopper

To be connected to this unit

Wind once

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Charging the Battery Pack

Charge

the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining battery power is low. The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase.

Open the battery cover.

Slide open the battery cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing it with your fingers.

Attach the battery pack.

Align the terminal of the battery pack with this unit.

Close the battery cover.

Connect the AC adapter to the DC connector and plug in the power.

AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

The charging lamp blinks when charging is in progress. It goes out when charging is finished.

Memo :

attach any other battery packs besides the supplied one, open the SD

card cover before attaching.

Warning

Make sure not to insert the battery pack in the wrong direction. It may cause damage to the unit and battery pack.

Caution :

Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and

performance cannot be guaranteed.

Charging time: Approx. 3 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack) The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C. If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C, charging may take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low temperature.

Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.

If you use any other AC adapters besides the supplied AC adapter, malfunctions may occur.

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Rechargeable Batteries：

When

using the battery in a low temperature environment (10°C or below), the operating time may be shortened, or it may not function properly. When using this unit outdoors in the winter weather, warm the battery, such as by placing it in the pocket, before attaching it. (Keep away from direct contact with a warm pack.)

Do not expose the battery to excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or fire.

After removing the battery, store it in a dry place between 15°C to 25°C.

Keep a 30 % battery level (X) if the battery pack is not to be used for a long period of time. In addition, fully charge and then fully discharge the battery pack every 6 months, then continue to store it at a 30 % battery level (X).

Memo :

You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours indoors. (Battery charging begins when the LCD monitor is closed.)

Detaching the Battery Pack

To detach the battery pack, perform the above steps in reverse order.

If it is difficult to detach the battery pack, open the SD card cover on the base.

Approximate Battery Charging Time (Using AC Adapter)

Battery Pack Charging Time

BN-VG212U (Supplied)

3 h 30 m

BN-VG226U 5 h 30 m

When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even if the battery pack is fully charged. (Replace the battery pack with a new one.)

* The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C. If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C, charging may take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low temperature. “Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)” (A p. 62)

Grip Adjustment

  

A Open the lever on the strap lock B Adjust the length of the belt C Close the lever

Caution :

Be sure to fasten the grip belt properly. If the belt is loose, this unit may drop and result in injuries or damages.

Using as a Hand Strap

Adjust the length of the belt and loop it around your wrist.

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Inserting an SD Card

Insert a commercially available SD card before recording. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 14) “Approximate Video Recording Time” (A p. 62)

Close the LCD monitor.

Open the SD card cover.

Insert an SD card.

Label

Warning

Make sure not to insert the SD card in the wrong direction. It may cause damage to the unit and SD card.

Turn off the power of this unit before inserting or removing an SD card.

Do not touch the metal contact area when inserting the SD card.

This

unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards. Some SD cards

may not work due to specification changes, etc.

Memo :

Both videos and still images can be recorded on one SD card. It is recommended

to confirm the video operation of the SD card before usage.

To record to the SD card, it is necessary to perform media settings.

To use SD cards that have been used on other devices, it is necessary to format (initialize) the SD card using “FORMAT SD CARD” from media settings.

“ FORMAT SD CARD ” (A p. 142)

Removing the Card

Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight.

Types of Usable SD Card

The following SD cards can be used on this unit. Operations

are confirmed on the SD cards from the following manufacturers.

Panasonic

TOSHIBA

SanDisk

SD Card

This unit supports 256 MB to 2 GB SD cards.

Use a Class 4 or higher compatible SD card (2 GB) for video recording.

SDHC Card

Use

a Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) for video

recording.

SDXC Card

Use a Class 4 or higher compatible SDXC card (Max. 64 GB) for video recording.

Memo :

Using

SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified

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.

To record videos with “VIDEO QUALITY” set to “UXP”, use of a Class 6 or higher compliant SDHC/SDXC card is recommended.

Class 4 and Class 6 are guaranteed to have a minimum transfer rate of 4 MB/s and 6 MB/s respectively during reading or writing of data.

You can also use a Class 10 compliant SDHC/SDXC card.

Both videos and still images can be recorded on one SD card. It is recommended to confirm the video operation of the SD card before usage.

To protect the data, do not touch the terminals of the SD card.

UHS-I SDHC/SDXC cards can be used in the same manner as standard SDHC/SDXC cards. UHS Speed Class is not supported.

When your computer cannot recognize the SDXC card

Confirm and update the OS of your computer.

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Windows XP / Windows XP SP1

Necessary to update to SP2 or higher.

Windows XP SP2 / Windows XP SP3

Necessary to download the update software. (KB955704)

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx? FamilyID=1cbe3906-ddd1-4ca2-b727c2dff5e30f61&displaylang=en

Windows Vista Necessary to update to SP1 or higher.

Windows Vista SP1 / Windows Vista SP2

Necessary to download the upgrade software. (KB975823)

32 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/ details.aspx?FamilyID=2d1abe01-0942-4f8aabb2-2ad529de00a1

64 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/ details.aspx?FamilyID=7d54c53f-017c-4ea5ae08-34c3452ba315

Windows 7 Necessary to download the upgrade software.

(KB976422)

32 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/ details.aspx?FamilyID=3ee91fc2-a9bc-4ee1aca3-2a9aff5915ea

64 bit version

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Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger

/ Mac OS X

10.5 Leopard

Not compatible.

Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard

Necessary to update to 10.6.5 or later.

Using the Touch Screen

Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the touch screen according to the mode in use.

There

are two ways to operate the touch screen, namely “tap” and “drag”.

The following are some examples.

A Tap the displayed button (icon) or thumbnail (file) on the touch screen to make selection. B Drag the thumbnails on the touch screen to search for the desired file.

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Memo :

The

touch screen of this unit is pressure-sensitive. When the touch screen does not respond smoothly, apply slightly more force to your fingertip or the stylus pen.

Tap the buttons (icons) on the touch screen accurately. The buttons may not respond if they are not tapped on the right area.

Do not press or rub with excessive force.

Do not operate the touch screen using an object with a sharp tip.

Pressing two or more places at a time may cause a malfunction.

Perform “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST” if the reactive area of the screen is misaligned with the touched area. (Adjust by lightly tapping with the stylus pen. Do not press with an object with a sharp tip or do not press hard.)

“ TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST ” (A p. 138)

It is recommended to use the stylus pen for handwriting effect.

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Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor

The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens.

Recording Screen (Video/Still Image)

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Video/Still Image Mode Button

Switches between video and still image modes.

Zoom Button

“Zooming” (A p. 24

)

Playback Mode Button

Switches to the playback mode.

Recording Start/Stop Button

6: Video Recording Start Button

7: Video Recording Stop Button

Q: Still Image Recording Button

Menu Button

“Operating the Menu” (A p. 112)

Display Button

Switches the display between full (m) and simple (n) with every tap of the button.

Simple display: Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.

Full display: Displays everything. The display button changes from n to m.

When the power is turned off, simple display (n) will be set.

Recording Mode Button

Switches the recording mode between P Intelligent Auto and H Manual.

Playback Screen (Video)

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Video/Still Image Mode Button

Switches between video and still image modes.

Recording Mode Button

Switches to the recording mode.

Index Screen Button

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63)

Delete Button

“Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 73

)

Menu Button

“Operating the Menu” (A p. 112)

Operation Buttons

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63)

Playback Screen (Still Image)

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Video/Still Image Mode Button

Switches between video and still image modes.

Group Playback Button

Continuous playback of still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with the continuous shooting mode.

“Playing Back Still Images” (A p. 67)

Rotate Button

Rotates a still image 90°. (Clockwise/Counterclockwise)

Recording Mode Button

Switches to the recording mode.

Index Screen Button

“Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 67

)

Delete Button

“Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 73)

Menu Button

“Operating the Menu” (A p. 112)

Operation Buttons

“Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 67)

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Index Screen

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Video/Still Image Mode Button

Switches between video and still image modes.

Date Button

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63

)

“Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 67)

Playback Mode Button

Switches to the playback mode.

Delete Button

“Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 73)

Menu Button

“Operating the Menu” (A p. 112)

Page Forward/Back Button

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63) “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 67)

Menu Screen

Help Button

Menu Items

Return Button

Common Menu Button

“Operating the Menu” (A p. 112

)

Close Button

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.

Open the LCD monitor.

The unit turns on.

When the LCD monitor is closed, the unit turns off.

Tap “YES” when “SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed.

NOYES

SET DATE/TIME!

Set the date and time.

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TIMEDATE

CLOCK SETTING

JAN

SET

When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “3” and “2” will be displayed.

Tap 3 or 2 to adjust the year, month, day, hour, and minute.

After setting the date and time, tap “SET”.

Select the region where you live and tap “SAVE”.

GMT

SAVE

CLOCK/AREA SETTING

The city name and time difference are displayed.

Tap 0 or 1 to select the city name.

Memo :

The clock can be reset again later.

“Resetting the Clock” (A p. 18)

When

using this unit overseas, you can set it to the local time for recording.

“Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 20)

“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed when you turn on this unit after it has not been used for a prolonged period. Connect the AC adapter for more than 24 hours to charge the internal clock battery of this unit before setting the clock.

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Resetting the Clock

Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu.

Tap “MENU”.

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When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears.

Tap “Q”.

Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.

CLOCK ADJUST

COMMON

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap “CLOCK SETTING”.

CLOCK SETTING

CLOCK ADJUST

Set the date and time.

201211000

TIMEDATE

CLOCK SETTING

JAN

SET

When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “3” and “2” will be displayed.

Tap 3 or 2 to adjust the year, month, day, hour, and minute.

After setting the date and time, tap “SET”.

Select the region where you live and tap “SAVE”.

GMT

SAVE

CLOCK/AREA SETTING

The city name and time difference are displayed.

Tap 0 or 1 to select the city name.

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Changing the Display Language

The language on the display can be changed.

Tap “MENU”.

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When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears.

Tap “Q” (common).

Tap “LANGUAGE”.

LANGUAGE

COMMON

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap to the desired language.

LANGUAGE

ENGLISH

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Holding this Unit

When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake.

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.

Caution :

Be careful not to drop this unit during transportation.

Guardians should pay close attention when this unit is being used by children.

Memo :

If camera shake is excessive, use the image stabilizer.

“Reducing Camera Shake” (A p. 53

)

Tripod Mounting

This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for preventing camera shake and recording from the same position.

prevent this unit from falling off, check the tripod mounting screw holes and positioning holes on the unit carefully before mounting, and turn the screws until they are fastened firmly.

Caution :

There

is only one tripod mounting hole on this unit. As such, large tripods

that require two mounting holes cannot be used.

To prevent injuries or damages which may result if this unit falls off, read the instruction manual of the tripod (or monopod) to be used and make sure that it is securely attached.

Memo :

It is recommended to use a tripod or monopod when recording in conditions

prone to camera shake (such as in dark places or when zoomed

to the telephoto end).

Set the image stabilizer to b (OFF) when using a tripod for recording.

“Reducing Camera Shake” (A p. 53)

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Using this Unit Overseas

The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 20) Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel destination in “AREA SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”. “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 20) When

“ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is set 1 hour ahead. “Setting Daylight Saving Time” (A p. 21)

Charging the Battery Pack Overseas

The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet.

ABBFCO

North America

United States

Canada

Mexico

India

Indonesia

Singapore

Sri Lanka

Thailand

South Korea

China

Japan

Nepal

Pakistan

Bangladesh

Philippines

Vietnam

Hong Kong Special

Administrative Region

Macau Special

Administrative Region

Malaysia

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Ｃ

Ｂ.ＢＦ

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A.BF.C

A.C

A.B.BF.C.O

B.C

A.BF.O

A.C

B.BF

B.C

B.BF.C

Europe

Iceland

Ireland

United Kingdom

Italy

Austria

Netherlands

Canary Islands

Greece

Switzerland

Sweden

Spain

Denmark

Germany

Norway

Hungary

Finland

France

Belgium

Poland

Portugal

Romania

B.BF

A.C

B.C

Asia

Oceania

Australia

Guam

Tahiti

Tonga

New Zealand

Fiji

Argentina

Colombia

Jamaica

Chile

Haiti

Panama

Bahamas

Puerto Rico

Brazil

Venezuela

Peru

B.C

A.C

Latin

Middle East

Israel

Iran

Kuwait

Jordan

B.C

B.BF

Algeria

Egypt

Guinea

Kenya

Zambia

Tanzania

Republic of South Africa

Mozambique

Morocco

A.B.BF.C

B.BF.C

B.C

B.BF

B.C.BF

Africa

Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling

Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel destination in “AREA SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”. Restore the region settings after you returned from the trip.

Tap “MENU”.

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When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears.

Tap “Q”.

Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.

CLOCK ADJUST

COMMON

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap “AREA SETTING”.

CLOCK ADJUST

AREA SETTING

Select the area you are traveling to and tap “SAVE”.

GMT

SAVE

AREA SETTING

The city name and time difference are displayed.

Tap 0 or 1 to select the city name.

Memo :

Setting

“AREA SETTING” changes the clock time such that time difference is accounted for. After returning to your country, re-select the region that was set initially to restore the original clock settings.

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Setting Daylight Saving Time

When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is set 1 hour ahead.

Tap “MENU”.

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When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the shortcut menu appears.

Tap “Q”.

Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.

CLOCK ADJUST

COMMON

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap “DST SETTING”.

DST SETTING

CLOCK ADJUST

Tap “ON”.

OFFON

CURRENT SETTING: OFF

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)

DST SETTING

Memo :

What is daylight saving time? Daylight saving time is the system of setting the clock 1 hour ahead for a fixed period in summer. It is used mainly in the Western countries.

Restore the daylight saving time settings after you returned from the trip.

Optional Accessories

You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack.

Product Name Description

Battery Pack

BN-VG212U

BN-VG226U

Provides a longer recording time. It can also be used as a spare battery pack.

HDMI Mini Cable

VX-HD310

VX-HD315

Allows viewing in high picture quality when connected to a TV.

Transmits video, audio, and control signals between devices.

Memo :

The optional accessories above may not be supported in some regions.

For more information, refer to the catalog.

For details on the provided accessories, refer to “Verifying the Accessories”.

“Verifying the Accessories” (A p. 10

)

Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)

Battery

Pack

Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording

Time

BNVG212U (Supplied)

45 m 1 h 25 m

BNVG226U

1 h 45 m 3 h 10 m

The above are values when “LIGHT” is set to “OFF” and “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “3” (standard).

The

actual recording time may be shorter if zooming is used or if recording is stopped repeatedly. (It is recommended to prepare battery packs ready for three times the expected recording time.)

When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even if the battery pack is fully charged. (Replace the battery pack with a new one.)

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Taking Videos in Auto Mode

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.

In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen.

Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Check if the recording mode is P Intelligent Auto.

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If the mode is H Manual, tap H on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap P to switch the recording mode to Intelligent Auto.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Start recording.

Press again to stop.

Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds. Use the n button to change the displays.

After recording, close the lens cover.

“Lens Cover Switch” (A p. 143

)

Memo :

Depending

on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be

performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode.

Caution :

While this unit may be used with the LCD monitor reversed and closed, the temperature rises more easily. Do not use this unit with the LCD monitor reversed and closed for long periods of time.

The

power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit

rises too much.

Indications During Video Recording

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Display Icon Description

Video Quality Displays the icon of the “VIDEO QUALITY”

setting selected in the recording menu. “ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 119

)

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/ AF”. By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING” . “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 44)

Time Displays the current time.

“Clock Setting” (A p. 17)

Image Stabilizer Displays the image stabilizer setting.

“Reducing Camera Shake” (A p. 53

)

Recording Media Displays the icon of the media where videos

are recorded to. The recording media can be changed.

Battery Indicator Displays the approximate remaining battery

power.

Recording Mode Displays the current recording mode of P

(Intelligent Auto) or H (Manual).

Remaining Recording Time

Displays the remaining time for video recording. “Checking the Remaining Recording Time” (A p. 61

)

Scene Counter (Recorded Time)

Displays the elapsed time of the video that is currently being recorded.

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Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Display Icon Description

Captures one’s skin beautifully.

Allows people to be captured naturally.

Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.

Records with minimal noise in the overall image.

Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image.

Prevents colors from fading even when recording in a bright environment.

Records while focusing on a near object.

Reproduces the green color of trees vividly.

Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.

Adjusts settings so that the subject does not appear too dark due to backlight.

Allows people to be captured naturally with minimal noise in the overall image.

Records while focusing on a near object even in a dark environment.

Memo :

Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.

Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions.

Operation Buttons for Video Recording

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Operation

Button

Description

Video/Still Image Mode

Switches between video and still image modes.

T/W Zoom Allows the same functions as the zoom

lever to be performed. Camera shake that often occurs when using the zoom lever can be minimized. “Zooming” (A p. 24)

Playback Mode Switches to the playback mode.

D / E Recording Start

Record-Standby

Functions as the START/STOP button.

MENU Displays the various menus of video

recording. “Operating the Menu” (A p. 112

)

Display Button n Switches the display between full (m)

and

simple (n) with every tap of the button.

Simple display: Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.

Full display: Displays everything. The display button changes from n to m.

When the power is turned off, simple display (n) will be set.

Recording Mode P/H

Switches the recording mode.

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Using the Silent Mode

When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds

will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such

as during a performance.

T appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.

“ SILENT MODE ” (A p. 136)

Useful Settings for Recording

When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off by closing the monitor.

“ QUICK RESTART ” (A p. 137

)

When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack)

“ AUTO POWER OFF ” (A p. 137)

When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly.

“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 44)

When “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is used, the date and time can be recorded together with the video.

“Recording Videos with Date and Time” (A p. 60)

Caution :

Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.

Do not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the bathroom.

Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.

While this unit may be used with the LCD monitor reversed and closed, the temperature rises more easily. Leave the LCD monitor open when using this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures.

The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.

Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

“ACCESS (Access) Lamp” (A p. 143)

This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case, turn off the power, then remove the AC adapter and battery pack. This unit will be reset.

Make a backup of important recorded data.

- It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage.

- JVC will not be responsible for any lost data.

Memo :

Check

the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting.

If there is not enough space, move (copy) the data to a computer or disc.

When there are many files in the media, it may take time for them to be displayed on the playback screen. Wait for a while as the access lamp appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.

Do not forget to make copies after recording!

Recording stops automatically as it cannot be performed for 12 or more consecutive hours according to specifications. (It may take some time to resume recording.)

For long recordings, the file is split into two or more files if the size exceeds 4 GB.

You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours indoors.

Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.

Zooming

The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.

Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.

Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.

TelephotoWide Angle

The following zoom options are available:

- Optical Zoom (1 - 10x)

- Digital Zoom (11 – 200x)

You can also use the zoom (T/W) button on the touch screen to zoom.

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Memo :

When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally enlarged.

The zoom ratio range can be changed.

“ ZOOM ” (A p. 120

)

Capturing Still Images During Video Recording

Still images can be captured by pressing the SNAPSHOT button while in the video mode (standby or recording).

“PHOTO” lights up on the screen when a still image is being captured.

The still images captured during video recording are saved to the destination set in “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE”.

Memo :

The size of the still image that is captured in the video mode is 1920 x

1080.

Operation is invalid under the following conditions:

- when menu is being displayed

- when remaining recording time or battery power is being displayed

- when “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING” is in use

- when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set

- when “ANIMATION EFFECT” is set

- when “HIGH SPEED RECORDING” is set

- when “DECORATE FACE EFFECT” is set

- when “STAMP” is set

- when “HANDWRITING EFFECT” is set

- when “AUTO REC” is set

- when “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is set

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Taking Still Images in Auto Mode

You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is B.

If the mode is A

video, tap A on the recording screen to display the

mode switching screen. Tap B to switch the mode to still image.

Check if the recording mode is P Intelligent Auto.

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If the mode is H Manual, tap H on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap P to switch the recording mode to Intelligent Auto.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Set the focus on the subject.

Press halfway

When focused, the focus icon lights up in green.

Take a still image.

Press fully

PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.

Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds. Use the n button to change the displays.

After recording, close the lens cover.

Memo :

Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode.

Image stabilization only starts when the button is pressed halfway.

Indications During Still Image Recording

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Display Icon Description

Image Size Displays the icon of the image size.

The size of still images can be changed.

“ IMAGE SIZE ” (A p. 127)

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/ AF”. By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING” . “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 44

)

Time Displays the current time.

“Clock Setting” (A p. 17

)

Recording Media Displays the icon of the media where still

images are recorded to. The recording media can be changed.

Battery Indicator Displays the approximate remaining battery

power. Details of the battery power can be displayed by pressing the INFO button. Displays the approximate remaining battery power.

Recording Mode Displays the current recording mode of P

(Intelligent Auto) or H (Manual).

Remaining Number of Shots

Displays the remaining number of shots for still image recording. “Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)” (A p. 62)

Recording in Progress

“PHOTO” appears when a still image is being captured.

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Focus Lights up in green when focused.

Aperture Value Displays the aperture value.

Shutter Speed Displays the shutter speed.

Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Display Icon Description

Captures one’s skin beautifully.

Allows people to be captured naturally.

Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.

Records with minimal noise in the overall image.

Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image.

Prevents colors from fading even when recording in a bright environment.

Records while focusing on a near object.

Reproduces the green color of trees vividly.

Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.

Adjusts settings so that the subject does not appear too dark due to backlight.

Allows people to be captured naturally with minimal noise in the overall image.

Records while focusing on a near object even in a dark environment.

Memo :

Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.

Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions.

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Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording

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Operation

Button

Description

Video/Still Image Mode

Switches between video and still image modes.

T/W Zoom Allows the same functions as the zoom

lever to be performed. Camera shake that often occurs when using the zoom lever can be minimized. “Zooming” (A p. 28)

Playback Mode Switches to the playback mode.

Snapshot

Functions as the SNAPSHOT button. However, focus cannot be set by pressing halfway.

MENU Displays the various menus of still image

recording. “Operating the Menu” (A p. 112

)

Display Button n Switches the display between full (m)

and

simple (n) with every tap of the button.

Simple display: Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.

Full display: Displays everything. The display button changes from n to m.

When the power is turned off, simple display (n) will be set.

Recording Mode P/H

Switches the recording mode.

Using the Silent Mode

When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation sounds

will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such

as during a performance.

T appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.

“ SILENT MODE ” (A p. 136)

Useful Settings for Recording

When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off by closing the monitor.

“ QUICK RESTART ” (A p. 137

)

When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack)

“ AUTO POWER OFF ” (A p. 137)

When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly.

“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 44)

Caution :

Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.

Do not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the bathroom.

Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.

The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.

Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

“ACCESS (Access) Lamp” (A p. 143)

Memo :

Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

The image stabilizer does not work when recording still images.

Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.

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Zooming

The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.

Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.

Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.

TelephotoWide Angle

The following zoom options are available:

- Optical Zoom (1 - 10x)

You can also use the zoom (T/W) button on the touch screen to zoom.

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Zoom Button (T/W)

Memo :

Only optical zoom is available in the still image recording mode.

Manual Recording

You

can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the manual mode. Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes.

Open the LCD monitor.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

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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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

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The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap the item to set manually.

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SCENE SELECT

VIDEO

For

details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording

Menu”.

Memo :

The manual settings are displayed only in the manual mode.

Manual Recording Menu

The following items can be set.

Name Description

SCENE SELECT

Recordings

that suit the shooting conditions

can be performed easily.

“Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” (A p. 29)

FOCUS

Use manual focus if the subject is not focused automatically.

“Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 31

)

BRIGHTNESS ADJUST

Overall brightness on the screen can be adjusted.

Use this when recording in a dark or bright location.

“Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 32)

SHUTTER SPEED

Shutter speed can be adjusted.

Use this when shooting a fast-moving subject or to emphasize the subject’s movement.

“Setting Shutter Speed” (A p. 33

)

APERTURE PRIORITY

You can adjust the aperture to capture an image with only the subject in focus while blurring the surroundings.

“Setting Aperture” (A p. 34

)

WHITE BALANCE

Overall

color on the screen can be adjusted.

Use this when the color on the screen appears differently from the actual color.

“Setting White Balance” (A p. 35)

BACKLIGHT COMP.

Corrects the image when the subject appears dark due to backlight.

Use this when shooting against the light.

“Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 36

)

TELE MACRO

Use

this to take close-up (macro) shots of the

subject.

“Taking Close-up Shots” (A p. 37)

Shooting According to Scene (Subject)

Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “SCENE SELECT”.

SCENE SELECT

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap the appropriate scene.

NIGHTALIVE

OFF

SCENE SELECT

PORTRAIT

NIGHT

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Tap “OFF” to cancel the selection.

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

*The image is only an impression.

Setting Effect

NIGHTALIVE Increases gain and brightens the scene

automatically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod.

t NIGHT

Captures night scenes naturally.

w PORTRAIT

Blurs the background to bring out the people in the picture.

u SPORTS

Captures fast-moving subjects clearly in every single frame.

v SNOW

Prevents the subject from appearing too dark when recording snow scenes on a sunny day.

g SPOTLIGHT Prevents the human subject from appearing too

bright under light.

Memo :

All scenes of “SCENE SELECT” cannot be set during “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”.

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Adjusting Focus Manually

Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual focusing is desired.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “FOCUS”.

FOCUS

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “MANUAL”.

MANUAL

AUTO

FOCUS

Adjust the focus.

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REC

SET

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. If p appears blinking, focus cannot be set any nearer.

Tap “SET” to confirm.

REC

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When

focus is confirmed, the focusing frame disappears and E and

p are displayed.

Memo :

A subject that is focused at the telephoto (T) end remains in focus when it is zoomed out to the wide angle (W) end.

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Adjusting Brightness

You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST”.

BRIGHTNESS ADJUST

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “MANUAL”.

MANUAL

AUTO

BRIGHTNESS ADJUST

Adjust the brightness value.

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REC

SET

Compensation range during video recording: -2.0 to +2.0

Compensation range during still image recording: -2.0 to +2.0

Tap 3 to increase the brightness.

Tap 2 to decrease the brightness.

Tap “SET” to confirm.

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REC

Memo :

Settings can be adjusted separately for videos and still images.

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Setting Shutter Speed

You can set the shutter speed to suit the type of subject.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “SHUTTER SPEED”.

VIDEO

SHUTTER SPEED

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “MANUAL”.

MANUAL

AUTO

SHUTTER SPEED

Adjust the shutter speed.

1/30

≪PLAY

REC

SET

Shutter speed can be set from 1/2 to 1/4000.

Tap 3 to increase the shutter speed.

Tap 2 to decrease the shutter speed.

Tap “SET” to confirm.

1/30

≪PLAY

REC

Memo :

Settings can be adjusted separately for videos and still images.

“SHUTTER

SPEED” can only be set to a maximum of 1/125 when “FLASH”

is not set to “OFF” in the still image recording mode.

While fast-moving subjects can be captured clearly by increasing “SHUTTER SPEED”, the screen may appear darker. When recording in dark places such as indoors, check the brightness of the LCD monitor and set “SHUTTER SPEED” accordingly.

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Setting Aperture

You can adjust the aperture to change the area of focus.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “APERTURE PRIORITY”.

APERTURE PRIORITY

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “MANUAL”.

MANUAL

AUTO

APERTURE PRIORITY

Adjust the aperture.

F1.8

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REC

SET

Aperture can be set from F1.2 to F5.6.

If you want the background to be in focus as well (larger aperture value), tap 3.

you want the background to appear blurry (smaller aperture value),

tap 2.

Tap “SET” to confirm.

F1.8

≪PLAY

REC

Memo :

Settings can be adjusted separately for videos and still images.

When

zoomed to the telephoto end, the aperture value is set according to the zoom and indicated in yellow. Set the zoom to the wide angle end to enable the smallest F-number to be set.

The larger the aperture value, the darker the subject may appear.

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Setting White Balance

You can set the color tone to suit the light source.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “WHITE BALANCE”.

WHITE BALANCE

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap the appropriate shooting environment.

REC

CLOUD

FINE

MWB

AUTO

Tap 3 or 2 to move the cursor.

Setting Details

AUTO Adjusts automatically to the natural colors.

MWB Use this when the problem of unnatural colors is

not resolved.

FINE Set this when shooting outdoors on a sunny day.

CLOUD Set this when shooting on a cloudy day or inside a

shade.

HALOGEN Set this when shooting under illumination such as

a video light.

MARINE:BLUE Set this when shooting the sea at deep water area

(water appears blue) using an optional marine case.

MARINE:GREEN Set this when shooting the sea at shallow water

area (water appears green) using an optional marine case.

Using MWB

Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the lens so that the white paper fills the screen.

Tap “MWB” and keep touching while the icon appears and blinks.

Release your touch after the menu disappears and o lights up.

Memo :

The setting will not change if “MWB” is being tapped too fast (less than 1 second).

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Setting Backlight Compensation

You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “BACKLIGHT COMP.”.

BACKLIGHT COMP.

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “ON”.

OFF

BACKLIGHT COMP.

After setting, the backlight icon l appears.

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Taking Close-up Shots

You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function.

*The image is only an impression.

Select the Manual recording mode.

REC

≪PLAY

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.

intelligent AUTO

MANUAL

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “TELE MACRO”.

TELE MACRO

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “ON”.

OFF

TELE MACRO

After setting, the tele macro icon o appears.

Setting Details

OFF Enables close-up shots up to 1 m at the telephoto (T) end.

Enables close-up shots up to 5 cm at the wide angle (W) end.

ON Enables close-up shots up to 50 cm at the telephoto (T) end.

Enables close-up shots up to 5 cm at the wide angle (W) end.

Caution :

When you are not taking close-up shots, set “TELE MACRO” to “OFF”. Otherwise, the image may be blur.

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Recording with Effects

You can add animation effects to video recordings. The

animation effects appear when smiles are detected or when the screen

is touched.

Type of Effect Description of Effect

ANIMATION EFFECT Records videos with animation effects.

“Recording with Animation Effects” (A p.

38)

DECORATE FACE EFFECT

Detects faces and enables decorations such as sunglasses to be added. “Recording with Face Decorations” (A p. 41)

STAMP Records videos with various decorative

stamps. “Recording with Decorative Stamps” (A p. 42)

HANDWRITING EFFECT

Records videos with your personal handwriting or drawing. “Recording with Personal Handwriting” (A p. 43)

Recording with Animation Effects

You can add animation effects to video recordings. The

animation effects appear when smiles are detected or when the screen

is touched.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the recording mode.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU”. (Go to step 4.) Alternatively, tap 4 in the shortcut menu. (Go to step 5.)

Tap “ANIMATION EFFECT”.

ANIMATION EFFECT

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Select a desired effect and tap “SET”.

SET

Tap 0 or 1 to change the effect.

Press the START/STOP button the camera to start recording. Press again to stop.

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To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the “ANIMATION EFFECT” first.

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During Setting After Setting Note

Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected.

. .

Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected.

. .

Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected.

. .

Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched.

. .

Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched.

. .

Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched.

. .

Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched.

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Recording with Face Decorations

Detects faces and enables decorations such as sunglasses to be added.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the recording mode.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU”. (Go to step 4.) Alternatively, tap “DECORATE FACE EFFECT”(5) in the shortcut menu. (Go to step 5.)

Tap “DECORATE FACE EFFECT”.

DECORATE FACE EFFECT

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Select a desired effect and tap “SET”.

SET

Tap 0 or 1 to select an item.

Press the START/STOP button the camera to start recording. Press again to stop.

To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the “DECORATE FACE EFFECT” first.

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Recording with Decorative Stamps

Records videos with various decorative stamps.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the recording mode.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU”. (Go to step 4.) Alternatively, tap “STAMP”(7) in the shortcut menu. (Go to step 5.)

Tap “STAMP”.

STAMP

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Select a stamp.

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Tap K to start selecting a stamp. Tap on the desired stamp to use. The number indicates the size of the stamp.

Tap I to scroll through the list of stamps.

Tap M to change the size of stamps.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap on the screen to add a stamp.

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ON/ OFF

Tap Jto delete the stamp.

Tap “ON/OFF” to display/hide the stamps.

Press the START/STOP button the camera to start recording. Press again to stop.

To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the “STAMP” first.

Memo :

Up to 50 stamps may be added.

The

added stamps are deleted when the stamp mode ends or when power

is turned off.

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Recording with Personal Handwriting

Records videos with your personal handwriting or drawing.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the recording mode.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU”. (Go to step 4.) Alternatively, tap “HANDWRITING EFFECT”(6) in the shortcut menu. (Go to step 5.)

Tap “HANDWRITING EFFECT”.

HANDWRITING EFFECT

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Select a line.

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Tap G to select the line color and thickness. The number indicates the thickness of the line.

You can select a color from white, gray, black, etc.

Select P to tap and erase part of the line.

Tap H to select the line color. Tap I to scroll through the list of colors.

Tap L to select the line thickness.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Start writing and drawing with the provided stylus.

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ON/ OFF

Tap J to delete all the lines.

Tap “ON/OFF” to display/hide the lines.

Press the START/STOP button the camera to start recording. Press again to stop.

To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the “HANDWRITING EFFECT” first.

Memo :

If the writings and drawings appear to be misaligned, correct the touch position.

“ TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST ” (A p. 138

)

The writings and drawings are deleted when the handwriting mode ends or when the power is turned off.

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Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)

“TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. By registering the face of a person beforehand, you can enable tracking of the person even without specific selection during recording. This function is available for both videos and still images.

Open the LCD monitor.

Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF”.

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap the desired setting.

COLOR TRACKING

PET TRACKING

FACE TRACKING

OFF

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

AREA SELECTCOLOR TRACKING

PET TRACKINGFACE TRACKING

Focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically based on the tapped position (face/color/area). A blue frame appears around the selected

subject (face/color), while a white frame appears around the

selected area.

To reset, tap the desired position (face/color/area) again.

To cancel “FACE TRACKING”, “PET TRACKING”, or “COLOR TRACKING”, tap the blue frame.

To cancel “AREA SELECT”, tap the white frame.

Setting Details

OFF Deactivates the function.

FACE TRACKING

appears on the screen. Recording is performed while tracking and automatically adjusting the tapped face (subject) with appropriate focus and brightness. In addition, a blue frame appears around the tapped face (subject). (When the face of a person is registered, it becomes the main subject and the blue frame appears even without specific selection.)

PET TRACKING

appears on the screen. Recording is performed while tracking and automatically adjusting the tapped pet (subject) with appropriate focus and brightness. In addition, a blue frame appears around the tapped pet (subject).

COLOR TRACKING

appears on the screen. Recording is performed while tracking and automatically adjusting the tapped color (subject) with appropriate focus and brightness. In addition, a blue frame appears around the tapped color (subject).

AREA SELECT

appears on the screen. Recording is performed while automatically adjusting the tapped area (fixed position) with appropriate focus and brightness. In addition, a white frame appears around the tapped area.

Memo :

When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set, “FOCUS” will be set to “AUTO” automatically.

Tap the selected position (face/color/area) again to cancel the setting. (Setting remains for registered faces.)

Tap on an unselected position (face/color/area) to reset.

If the camera loses track of a subject, tap the subject again.

Settings are canceled when zoom operation is performed. (“AREA SELECT” only)

When “FACE TRACKING” is set after face registration, the blue frame appears around the face with the highest priority registered.

When recording registered faces using “FACE TRACKING”, focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically even without specific selection. In addition, registered faces may be tracked back again even if they are lost.

Therefore, it is recommended to register the faces that are often being

recorded by this camera beforehand.

“Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49)

When “COLOR TRACKING” is set, the targeted subject (color) may change if similar colors are detected. In this case, tap the subject again.

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The targeted subject (color) may also be tracked back again if it appears in the center of the screen within a specific time.

Caution :

Subjects near the sides of the LCD monitor may not respond or be recognized

when tapped. In this case, move the subject to the center and

tap again.

“FACE TRACKING” may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.) and the subject (direction of face, etc.). It is also particularly difficult to detect faces in backlight.

“PET TRACKING” may not work properly depending on the type of pet, shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.) and the subject (direction of face, etc.). It is also particularly difficult to detect faces of pets that are totally black, covered in long hair, or in backlight.

“COLOR TRACKING” may not function properly in the following cases:

- when recording subjects with no contrast

- when recording subjects that are moving at high speed

- when recording in a dark place

- when the surrounding brightness changes

When “FACE TRACKING” is set, the subject may be lost if the camera is moved vertically or horizontally very fast. For unregistered faces, they cannot be tracked back again. To track back the subject, tap on it again. For registered faces, focus and brightness will be adjusted automatically even without specific selection. In addition, registered faces may be tracked back again even if they are lost. Therefore, it is recommended to register the faces that are often being recorded by this camera beforehand.

“Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49)

Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)

“SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. This function is available for both videos and still images. Set “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” to “FACE TRACKING” before selecting “SMILE SHOT”. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 44)

Open the LCD monitor.

Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU”. (Go to step 4.) Alternatively, tap “SMILE SHOT”(8)

in the shortcut menu. (Go to step

5.)

Tap “SMILE SHOT”.

SMILE SHOT

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “ON”.

OFF

SMILE SHOT

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Tap L to exit the menu as the previous screen appears.

Point the camera toward the human subject.

A still image is automatically captured when smiles are detected.

≪PLAY

REC

PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.

You can display the name and smile level (%) together with the frame by setting “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” in the menu to “ON” before recording.

“Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” (A p. 51)

Memo :

The camera is able to detect up to 16 faces. Smile levels will be displayed for up to 3 of the largest faces displayed on the screen.

This function may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.) and the subject (direction of face, smile level, etc.). It is also difficult to detect a smile in backlight.

After a smile is detected and captured, it takes time before the next recording may be performed.

“SMILE SHOT” does not work in the following cases:

- when menu is being displayed

- when remaining recording time or battery power is being displayed

- when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set

- when “ANIMATION EFFECT” is set

- when “DECORATE FACE EFFECT” is set

- when “STAMP” is set

- when “HANDWRITING EFFECT” is set

- when “AUTO REC” is set

- when “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is set

“Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW)” (A p. 47) “Recording with Animation Effects” (A p. 38)

Caution :

If “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is not set to “FACE TRACKING”, “SMILE SHOT” will not work.

If appropriate results cannot be obtained, record with “SMILE SHOT” set to “OFF”.

Capturing Pets Automatically (PET SHOT)

“PET SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of the face of a pet, such as dogs or cats. This function is available for both videos and still images.

Open the LCD monitor.

Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “PET SHOT”.

PET SHOT

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “ON”.

OFF

PET SHOT

Tap L to exit the menu as the previous screen appears.

Point the camera toward the pet.

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A still image is automatically captured when faces of pets are detected.

≪PLAY

REC

PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.

Memo :

The camera is able to detect up to 6 faces of pets.

“PET SHOT” may not work properly depending on the type of pet, shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.) and the subject (direction of face, etc.). It is also particularly difficult to detect faces of pets that are totally black, covered in long hair, or in backlight.

Subjects other than your pet may be detected by mistake sometimes. Make use of “PET SHOT” only for pets such as dogs or cats.

After a pet is detected and captured, it takes time before the next recording may be performed.

“PET SHOT” does not work in the following cases:

- when menu is being displayed

- when remaining recording time is being displayed

- when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set

- when “ANIMATION EFFECT” is set

- when “DECORATE FACE EFFECT” is set

- when “STAMP” is set

- when “HANDWRITING EFFECT” is set

- when “AUTO REC” is set

- when “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is set

“Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW)” (A p. 47) “Recording with Effects” (A p. 38)

Caution :

When

“PET SHOT” is set to “ON”, “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” will be set to “PET TRACKING” automatically. Even when “PET SHOT” is set to “ON” , if “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is not set to “PET TRACKING”, “PET SHOT” will be set to “OFF” automatically.

If appropriate results cannot be obtained, record with “PET SHOT” set to “OFF”.

Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW)

You can record while viewing both the overall image of the scene and magnified

image of a subject’s expression. Frames appear around the faces that can be magnified. Tap a frame to track and magnify the face in a subwindow.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “FACE SUB-WINDOW”.

FACE SUB-WINDOW

VIDEO

Tap on the frame of the face to magnify.

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≪PLAY

REC

When the face within a frame is tapped, it is displayed in a subwindow. The display position of the sub-window is set automatically according to the position of the tapped face.

The frame of the tapped face changes to blue.

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When the tapped face disappears from the screen, the sub-window disappears too. When the face reappears on the screen., the subwindow is displayed again automatically.

To exit “FACE SUB-WINDOW”, tap “L”.

Caution :

Take note of the following when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set.

- Functions such as digital zoom, zoom operation on the touch screen, simultaneous

still image recording, “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”, “HIGH SPEED RECORDING”, “DECORATE FACE EFFECT”, “STAMP”, “HANDWRITING EFFECT”, “DATE/TIME RECORDING”, and “AUTO REC” are not available.

- Settings such as “FOCUS” and “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST” are set to “AUTO” automatically.

- If “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to FACE TRACKING, appropriate focus and brightness will be adjusted for the person displayed in the subwindow.

- “ANIMATION EFFECT” is not available.

The sub-window display will also be recorded.

Memo :

When a face is magnified and displayed in the sub-window, only the name of the person will be displayed. (When a face is not registered, the name of the person will not be displayed.)

The face sub-window mode is canceled when the power is turned off.

Frames do not appear around the faces in the face sub-window mode as easily as in the other modes. They appear around the faces that can be magnified only. The frames do not appear in the following cases:

- when the face of the subject is extremely small

- when the surrounding is too dark or too bright

- when the face appears horizontal or slanted

- when the face appears bigger than the sub-window (such as when it is zoomed in)

- when a part of the face is hidden

“Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49)

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Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information

registering the face of a person beforehand, focus and brightness can be adjusted automatically by the face tracking function. Up to 6 faces, together with names and priority levels, can be registered. It is recommended to register the faces that are often being recorded by this camera beforehand.

Open the LCD monitor.

Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “FACE REGISTRATION”.

FACE REGISTRATION

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “REGISTER NEW FACE”.

CANCEL

EDIT

FACE REGISTRATION

Point the camera toward the human subject.

STOP

NEED TO FIT FACE IN FRAME

Information

is collected before face registration recording. The frame

appears blinking while information is being collected.

Adjust to fit the face within the frame while it is blinking. The frame stops blinking and lights up after information collection is complete.

To cancel the registration, tap “STOP”. When “CANCEL FACE RECOGNITION?” appears, tap “YES” to return to the normal recording mode.

Tap “RECORD” and record the face from the front.

STOP

RECORD

RECORD THE FRONT VIEW

A face is captured to be used on the face registration index screen.

Other than tapping “RECORD”, you can also record by pressing the SNAPSHOT button fully.

A sound can be heard when recording is complete.

To cancel the registration, tap “STOP”. When “CANCEL FACE RECOGNITION?” appears, tap “YES” to return to the normal recording mode.

Tap “YES” to continue recording.

NOYES

CONTINUE RECORDING?

FACE RECOGNITION ACCURACY,

MORE FACE DATA WILL IMPROVE

CURRENT RECORDING IS OK,

To proceed to collect face information in the four directions of up, down, left, and right, tap “YES”. It is recommended to continue recording to increase the accuracy of face recognition.

To end face registration recording, tap “NO”. Go to step 11.

Rotate

the face slowly in four directions to register the face information.

STOP

ROTATE THE FACE SLOWLY

Rotate the face slowly while looking at the camera. A sound can be heard

when recording is complete for each direction. (4 times in total) Repeat the step until recording (registration) is complete for all directions.

Registration of the four directions may fail depending on the shooting environment. In this case, tap “STOP” to cancel recording, then tap “NO” and go to step 11.

If the face cannot be properly recognized during recording, register the face again.

Face the camera with a smiling face.

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STOP

SMILE

RECORD FRONT OF SMILING FACE

75%

Recording starts automatically. Using the smile % display as a reference, smile such that the value is as high as possible.

A sound can be heard when recording is complete.

cancel recording of smiling face and proceed to enter a name, tap

“STOP”, then tap “NO” and go to step 11.

Tap “OK”.

STOP

ENTER A NAME

RECORDING COMPLETED

Tapping

“OK” registers the recorded face and the screen for entering

a name appears.

To cancel the registration, tap “STOP”. When “CANCEL FACE RECOGNITION?” appears, tap “YES” to return to the normal recording mode.

Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter a name, then tap “REG.”.

CANCELREG.

DELETE

Tap “DELETE” to delete a character.

Tap “CANCEL” to exit.

Tap

“A/a/1” to select character input type from upper case letter, lower

case letter, and number.

Tap E or F to move one space to the left or right.

Up to 8 characters can be entered.

How to input characters Example: To enter “KEN” Tap “JKL” 2 times F Tap “DEF” 2 times F Tap “MNO” 2 times

Tap the desired priority level, then tap “REG.”.

KEN

STOPREG.

TOUCH ORDER TO RECOGNIZE

Upon registration, the last number is assigned as the priority level. During face detection, the subject with the highest priority (lowest number) will be detected.

You can change the priority level of a subject by tapping on the number. Example: To change the priority level of number 3 to number 1, tap number 1. The priority level of the registered subject becomes number 1, while the priority levels of the original number 1 and the ones below drop by one place. (In this example, the original number 1

becomes number 2, and the orignal number 2 becomes number 3.)

When “REG.” is tapped, the registration complete screen appears.

REGISTERED

Tap “OK” to complete the registration.

You can edit registered face information in “EDIT”.

“Editing the Registered Face Information” (A p. 52

)

Memo :

Faces may not be registered correctly in the following cases:

when the face appears either too small or too large compared to the frame

- when it is too dark or too bright

- when the face appears horizontal or slanted

- when a part of the face is hidden

- when there are multiple faces within the frame

To increase the accuracy of face recognition, fit only one face within the frame and register in a bright environment.

Faces may not be recognized correctly depending on the shooting conditions and environment. In this case, register the face again.

Faces may not be recognized correctly during recording if the face recognition level is low. In this case, register the face again.

Face tracking, face sub-window, and name display may not work properly depending on the registered faces, shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.), and expressions.

Face tracking, face sub-window, and name display may not work properly for people with similar facial features, such as siblings, parents, children, etc.

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Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY

“SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” allows you to set the items to display when faces are detected. This

item is only displayed when “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 44)

Open the LCD monitor.

Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU”. (Go to step 4.) Alternatively,

tap “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY”(9) in the shortcut menu.

(Go to step 5.)

Tap “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY”.

SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY

VIDEO

Tap the desired setting.

OFF

SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY

Setting Details

OFF Displays only the frames when faces are detected.

ON Displays the frames, names, and smile levels (%) when faces

are detected.

Frame: Appears around detected faces. Name: Appears for faces that are registered. Smile level: Appears in value (0 % - 100 %) for detected smiles.

JOHN

90%

SMILE

70%

SMILE

Memo :

The

camera is able to detect up to 16 faces. Smile levels will be displayed

for up to 3 of the largest faces displayed on the screen.

Some faces may not be detected depending on the shooting environment.

You can register personal authentication information like face, name, and priority level of person before recording.

Up to 3 registered names will be displayed according to the priority level.

“Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49)

“SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” is set to “ON” when the demo mode is activated.

“ DEMO MODE ” (A p. 138)

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Editing the Registered Face Information

Editing Registered Face Information

You can change the name, priority level, and face information that are registered.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “FACE REGISTRATION”.

FACE REGISTRATION

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “EDIT”.

CANCEL

EDIT

FACE REGISTRATION

Tap the person to edit.

JOHN MIKE

KEN

STOP

TOUCH PERSON TO EDIT

Tap the item to edit.

STOP

CHANGE ORDER OF PRIORITY

CHANGE NAME

RECORD AGAIN

If you select “RECORD AGAIN”, proceed to step 6 in “

“Registering

Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49) ”.

If you select “CHANGE NAME”, proceed to step 12 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 50) ”.

If you select “CHANGE ORDER OF PRIORITY”, proceed to step 13 in ““Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 50) ”.

“Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 49)

Canceling (Deleting) Registered Face Information

You can cancel (delete) the face information that is registered.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “FACE REGISTRATION”.

FACE REGISTRATION

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “CANCEL”.

CANCEL

EDIT

FACE REGISTRATION

Tap the person to cancel registration of.

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JOHN MIKE

KEN

STOP

TOUCH PERSON TO CANCEL

A appears on the selected person.

To remove A from a person, tap on the person again.

Tap “SET”.

JOHN MIKE

KEN

STOPSET

TOUCH PERSON TO CANCEL

Tap “YES”.

NOYES

CANCEL SELECTED PERSON?

Tap “YES” to delete the face information of the selected person.

Tap “NO” to return to the previous screen.

Tap “OK” when the deletion complete screen appears.

Reducing Camera Shake

When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during video recording can be effectively reduced.

Open the LCD monitor.

Press the a

button to change the setting.

The setting of image stabilizer changes with every press.

Setting Details

OFF

Deactivates image stabilizer.

Reduces camera shake under normal shooting conditions.

ON (AIS)

Reduces camera shake more effectively when shooting bright scenes on the wide angle end. Only on the wide angle end (approx. 5x). (A video mode only)

Memo :

It is recommended to set the image stabilizer to “OFF” when shooting a subject of little movement with the unit on a tripod.

Complete stabilization may not be possible if camera shake is excessive.

When “ON (AIS)” is set, the angle of view becomes narrower.

Image stabilization only starts when the SNAPSHOT button is pressed halfway during still image recording.

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Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording

You

can record videos in slow-motion by increasing the recording speed to emphasize the movements, and play back the slow-motion video smoothly. This is a handy function for checking movements, such as golf swings.

Recording Speed 300 fps

Image Size 720×480

Maximum Recording Time 120 m

Maximum Playback Time 12 h

Image Size when Connected to Monitor 1920×1080

The playback time will be 6 times of the actual recorded time. (Example: If the recorded time is 1 minute, the playback time will be 6 minutes.)

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “HIGH SPEED RECORDING”.

VIDEO

HIGH SPEED RECORDING

Tap “ON”.

OFF

HIGH SPEED RECORDING

When “ON” is tapped, 300 frames can be recorded in 1 second.

To cancel high-speed recording, tap “OFF”.

Start recording.

Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

Settings of high-speed recording are not saved when the power is turned off.

Memo :

Images may appear grainier than other videos. The image displayed on the LCD monitor during recording also may also appear grainier.

Audio sound is not recorded together with the video.

When high-speed recording is enabled, only the optical zoom can be used.

During high-speed recording, “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “OFF” . In addition, as “DIS” is set to “OFF”, it is recommended that a tripod be used, and recording be performed in a bright location with the subject magnified as much as possible.

“Tripod Mounting” (A p. 19)

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Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING)

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.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”.

TIME-LAPSE RECORDING

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap to select a recording interval (1 to 80 seconds).

5SEC INTERVAL

2SEC INTERVAL

1SEC INTERVAL

OFF

TIME-LAPSE RECORDING

The

greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval.

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Start recording.

A frame is taken at intervals of the selected period.

When the recording interval is set to “20SEC INTERVAL” or higher, this unit switches to the power-saving mode between recordings. At the next point to record, the power-saving mode will be turned off and recording will start automatically.

Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

Indications During Time-Lapse Recording

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0:00:00:01

Display Description

Video Quality Displays the icon of the video quality that is set.

Speed Indicator Displays the recording interval that is set.

Recorded Time Displays the actual recorded time of the video.

Recorded time increases in units of frames.

Actual Elapsed Time

Displays the actual elapsed time after recording starts.

Remaining Recording Time

Remaining time left to record with the currently selected video quality.

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Time-Lapse Setting

The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval.

Setting Details

OFF Deactivates the function.

1SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 1-second intervals.

Recorded videos will be played back at 30 times speed.

2SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 2-second intervals.

Recorded videos will be played back at 60 times speed.

5SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 5-second intervals.

Recorded videos will be played back at 150 times speed.

10SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 10-second intervals.

Recorded videos will be played back at 300 times speed.

20SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 20-second intervals.

Recorded videos will be played back at 600 times speed.

40SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 40-second intervals.

Recorded

videos will be played back at 1 200 times

speed.

80SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 80-second intervals.

Recorded

videos will be played back at 2 400 times

speed.

Caution :

Audio cannot be recorded during time-lapse recording.

Zooming,

simultaneous still image recording, and image stabilizer are not

available in time-lapse recording.

When recording is stopped with the recorded time less than “0:00:00:17” , the video will not be saved.

Memo :

Settings of time-lapse recording are reset when the power is turned off. To

start time-lapse recording again, it is necessary to make the selection

once more.

Recording stops automatically 99 hours after it is started.

Make use of a tripod and AC adapter for time-lapse recordings with long intervals. It is also recommended to fix the focus and white balance manually.

“Tripod Mounting” (A p. 19) “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 31) “Setting White Balance” (A p. 35)

Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)

This

function enables the unit to record automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor. It can be set for both video and still image modes.

Open the LCD monitor.

Set the recording mode to either A video or B still image.

switch the mode between video and still image, tap A or B on the

recording screen to display the mode switching screen. Tap A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.

Compose the picture according to the subject.

Adjust the angle of view with the zoom, etc.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “AUTO REC”.

AUTO REC

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “ON”.

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OFF

AUTO REC

Recording starts automatically when the subject within the red frame moves.

0:00:00[0:00]

A red frame appears 2 seconds after the menu display disappears.

For video recording, recording continues while there are still movements of the subject (changes in brightness) within the red frame. When there are no more movements of the subject (changes in brightness) within the red frame, recording will stop in 5 seconds.

To stop video recording manually, press the START/STOP button. However,

as the “AUTO REC” setting remains at “ON” even after the video recording is stopped, recording starts again when movements of the subject (changes in brightness) are detected within the red frame. To cancel “AUTO REC”, set it to “OFF”.

Caution :

Digital

zoom, image stabilizer, self-timer, and continuous shooting are not

available after “AUTO REC” is set.

“AUTO REC” cannot be used together with “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING” . When both are set, priority is given to “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”.

“IMAGE SIZE” cannot be changed after “AUTO REC” is selected. Set it before selecting “AUTO REC”.

The auto power off and power-saving modes are not available after “AUTO REC” is set.

Memo :

Recording stops when there are no changes for 5 seconds during video recording.

Settings of “AUTO REC” are not saved when the power is turned off.

Recording

may not start when the movements of the subject within the red

frame are too fast or the changes in brightness are too small.

Recording may start due to changes in brightness even if there is no movement within the red frame.

While zooming, recording cannot be started.

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Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)

The 10-second self-timer and Face Detection self-timer are convenient functions for taking group photos. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button.

Memo :

When shooting a photo using the self-timer function, use of a tripod is recommended. “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 19

)

Using the 2-/10-second Self-timer

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is B.

If the mode is A

video, tap A on the recording screen to display the

mode switching screen. Tap B to switch the mode to still image.

Tap “MENU”.

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “SELF-TIMER”.

SELF-TIMER

IMAGE

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “2SEC” or “10SEC”.

FACE DETECTION

10SEC

2SEC

OFF

SELF-TIMER

Set the focus on the subject.

Press halfway

When focused, the focus icon lights up in green.

Take a still image.

Press fully

A timer appears and countdown to shooting starts.

To stop the self-timer, press the SNAPSHOT button again.

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Using the Face Detection Self-timer

Pressing the SNAPSHOT button starts face detection, and shooting is performed three seconds after another person enters the frame. This function is useful when you want to include the photographer in the group photo.

Open the LCD monitor and select the still image mode.

The still image mode icon appears.

Tap “MENU”.

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “SELF-TIMER”.

SELF-TIMER

IMAGE

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Tap “FACE DETECTION”.

FACE DETECTION

10SEC

2SEC

OFF

SELF-TIMER

After making sure that everyone is facing the camera, press the SNAPSHOT button.

Frames appear around the faces of the subjects.

Pressing the SNAPSHOT button again starts the 10-second selftimer.

The photographer enters the frame.

Photographer

The shutter is released 3 seconds after the photographer enters the frame.

To stop the self-timer, press the SNAPSHOT button again.

Memo :

The “FACE DETECTION” function may fail to detect faces depending on the shooting environment.

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Recording Videos with Date and Time

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.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “DATE/TIME RECORDING”.

DATE/TIME RECORDING

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

When the item is tapped, the precaution for date/time recording appears.

Press the START/STOP button to start recording.

Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

To perform operations other than recording, tap L to cancel the “DATE/TIME RECORDING” first.

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Checking the Remaining Recording Time

You can check the remaining recording time on the SD card as well as the remaining battery power.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “MENU”.

REC

≪PLAY

The shortcut menu appears.

Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.

Tap “INFO.”.

INFO.

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Display the remaining recording time.

0h46m

USED

FREE

MAX RECORDING TIME

Tap J to return to the recording mode.

To exit the display, tap L.

Memo :

You can change to the desired video quality by tapping on it from the remaining recording time display.

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Approximate Video Recording Time

Quality SDHC/SDXC Card

4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB

UXP 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 4 h 10 m 5 h 40 m

XP 30 m 1 h 2 h 4 h 6 h 8 h 10 m

SP 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 5 h 50 m 8 h 30 m 11 h 30 m

EP 1 h 40 m 3 h 30 m 7 h 10 m 14 h 40 m 21 h 30 m 28 h 50 m

SSW 1 h 20 m 2 h 40 m 5 h 30 m 11 h 20 m 16 h 40 m 22 h 20 m

SEW 2 h 50 m 5 h 40 m 11 h 30 m 23 h 30 m 34 h 30 m 46 h 10 m

The actual recording time may shorten depending on the shooting environment.

Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)

Image Size SDHC Card

4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB

3808×2856 (4:3)

600 1200 2400 5000

1920×1080 (16:9)

3100 6500 9999 9999

1440×1080 (4:3)

4200 8500 9999 9999

640×480 (4:3)

9999 9999 9999 9999

Still images that are captured during video recording or video playback are saved at a size of 1920 x 1080.

Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)

Battery Pack Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording Time

BN-VG212U (Supplied)

45 m 1 h 25 m

BN-VG226U 1 h 45 m 3 h 10 m

The above are values when “LIGHT” is set to “OFF” and “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “3” (standard).

The actual recording time may be shorter if zooming is used or if recording is stopped repeatedly. (It is recommended to prepare battery packs ready for three times the expected recording time.)

Recording time may differ depending on the shooting environment and usage.

When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even if the battery pack is fully charged. (Replace the battery pack with a new one.)

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Playing Back Videos

You can select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display).

Open the LCD monitor.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap on the file to start playback.

≪REC

Tap e to pause.

Tap u to return to the index screen.

L appears on the last image played back.

Operation Buttons for Video Playback

During Index Screen Display

≪REC

Display Description

Video/Still Image Mode

Switches between video and still image modes.

Date Moves to the previous/next date

< Displays the previous index screen (thumbnail

display)

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

> Displays the next index screen (thumbnail

display)

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

Thumbnail (File) Tap on thumbnail - Starts playback

Drag to right - Scrolls to the right to show the previous index screen (thumbnail display) Drag

to left - Scrolls to the left to show the next

index screen (thumbnail display)

<<REC Switches to the recording mode.

Displays the index screen (thumbnail display) to perform deletion

MENU Displays the menu screen

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During Video Playback

≪REC

0:01:23 0:12:34

Display Description

Video/Still Image Mode

Switches between video and still image modes.

Timeline Bar Tap on a random position - Moves to the

tapped position Drag playback point to the left or right - Starts playback from the new position

Pointer Displays the current estimated playback

position within the scene

Returns to the beginning of the scene Returns to

the previous scene if tapped at the beginning

of a scene.

You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever.

Reverse search (speed increases with each tap)

Reverse slow-motion / Press and hold to start reverse slow playback

d / e Playback/pause

Forward search (speed increases with each tap)

Forward slow-motion / Press and hold to start slow playback

Advances to the next scene

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

<<REC Switches to the recording mode.

Stop (returns to index screen)

Deletes the currently displayed video.

MENU Displays the menu screen

Memo :

Tap or drag on the operation area of the touch screen.

Operations buttons on the touch screen disappear if the unit is not operated

for about 5 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the operation

buttons again.

You can search for a specific file by the recording date.

“Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date” (A p. 69)

The recording date and time can be displayed on the screen during playback.

“ DISPLAY DATE/TIME ” (A p. 129)

Adjusting the Volume of Videos

You can use the zoom/volume lever to control the volume.

Turn up the volumeTurn down the

volume

Caution :

Make a backup of important recorded data. It

is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other

recording media for storage.

Make a backup of important recorded data.

- It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage.

- JVC will not be responsible for any lost data.

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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 “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap on the file to start playback.

≪REC

Tap “MENU”.

Tap “FILE INFORMATION”.

FILE INFORMATION

VIDEO

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

You can display the recording date and duration of the selected file.

00:10:00

: : : :

PROTECT

QUALITY

PB TIME

DATE/TIME

OFF

Checking the Content of Videos Quickly (Digest Playback)

You can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback). This is useful for checking the content of the videos quickly.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “DIGEST PLAYBACK”.

DIGEST PLAYBACK

VIDEO

Tap to select a date for Digest Playback.

SELECT DATE

After selecting a date, tap “NEXT”.

When “ALL” is tapped, Digest Playback will be performed for all the dates.

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap L to exit the menu.

Tap J to return to the previous screen.

Select the Digest Playback time

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2h21m

≪REC

1 min

1 min 5 min

5 min

5 min 15 min

15 mi n

15 min 45 min

45 mi n

45 min

3 min

10 min

10 mi n

30 min

30 mi n

60 min

60 mi n

3 min 10 min 30 min 60 min

DIGEST TIME

The time display of Digest Playback varies according to the recording time.

When it takes time (more than 2 seconds) for “DIGEST PLAYBACK” to start after selecting Digest Playback time, a progress status will be displayed.

The Digest Playback time is only a guide.

Digest Playback starts.

≪REC

DIGEST

0:01:23 0:12:34

Tap e to pause.

Tap u to return to the index screen.

Tap “DIGEST” to return to the normal playback screen.

You

can tap “MENU” during playback to save the Digest Playback as a playlist. Tap “SAVE TO PLAYLIST”, then tap “OK”.

Operations During Video Playback

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63)

Playing a Video with Defective Management Information

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.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “PLAYBACK OTHER FILE”.

PLAYBACK OTHER FILE

VIDEO

Tap on the file to start playback.

≪REC

“Playing Back Videos” (A p. 63)

Memo :

An MTS file is created in the EXTMOV folder when management information is corrupted.

Depending on the condition of the damaged file, playback might fail or may not run smoothly.

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Playing Back Still Images

You

can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen

(thumbnail display).

Open the LCD monitor.

If the mode is A

video, tap A on the recording screen to display the

mode switching screen. Tap B to switch the mode to still image.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

Tap on the file to start playback.

≪REC

Tap u to return to the index screen.

Still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with the

continuous shooting mode will be grouped together. Only the first

recorded file is shown and the group is displayed with a green frame.

Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback

During Index Screen Display

≪REC

Display Description

Video/Still Image Mode

Switches between video and still image modes.

Date Moves to the previous/next date

< Displays the previous index screen (thumbnail

display)

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

> Displays the next index screen (thumbnail

display)

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

File (Still Image) Tap on thumbnail - Starts playback

Drag to right - Scrolls to the right to show the previous index screen (thumbnail display) Drag

to left - Scrolls to the left to show the next

index screen (thumbnail display)

<<REC Switches to the recording mode.

Still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with the continuous shooting mode will be grouped together and displayed with a green frame on a separate index screen. The

index screen changes between the normal index screen and group index screen with every tap of the button.

Displays the index screen (thumbnail display) to perform deletion

MENU Displays the menu screen

Recording Date Recording date (only displayed on the first file

of each date)

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During Still Image Playback

≪REC

Display Description

Video/Still Image Mode

Switches between video and still image modes.

Continuous playback of still images that are recorded

continuously within 2 seconds or with

the continuous shooting mode.

Rotates to the left (rotates by -90° with each tap)

Rotates to the right (rotates by 90° with each tap)

Returns to the previous still image

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

d / e Starts/pauses slideshow

“Slideshow Playback” (A p. 68)

Advances to the next still image

You

can perform the same operation with the

zoom lever.

<<REC Switches to the recording mode.

Returns to index screen

Deletes the currently displayed still image.

MENU Displays the menu screen

Memo :

Tap or drag on the operation area of the touch screen.

Operations buttons on the touch screen disappear if the unit is not operated

for about 5 seconds. Tap on the screen to display the operation

buttons again.

You can rotate a still image 90° to the right or left during playback. Rotation applies to the on-screen display only.

You can search for a specific file by the recording date. This is useful when searching from a large number of files.

“Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date” (A p. 69)

Caution :

This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from

functioning properly. In such a case, turn off the power, then remove

the AC adapter and battery pack. This unit will be reset.

Slideshow Playback

Still images can be played back in a slideshow. Tap I during still image playback to start the slideshow.

≪REC

“Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” (A p. 67)

Memo :

Effects can be added to the transitions in slideshow playback.

“ SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS ” (A p. 132)

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Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image by Date

When

there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult to look for the desired file from the index screen. Use the search function to find the file you want. You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates.

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Searching can be performed in both the video and still image modes. *The image shows the video mode.

Tap “SEARCH DATE”.

SEARCH DATE

VIDEO

Tap a recording date, then tap “NEXT”.

OCT.10.2012

SEARCH DATE

Tap again to cancel the selected date.

Tap on the file to start playback.

≪REC

SEARCH DATE

You can select videos in the video mode and still images in the still image mode.

Only the files recorded on the selected date are displayed.

Tap L to stop searching and return to the index screen (thumbnail display).

Deleting Files of a Selected Date：

Tap A on the index screen (thumbnail display) to delete unwanted files. “Deleting Unwanted Files” (A p. 73

)

Connecting to and Viewing on TV

You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV varies with the type of TV and the connecting cable. Select the connector that best suits your TV.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

“Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” (A p. 70

)

“Connecting via the AV Connector” (A p. 71)

To display the date and time on TV, set both “DISPLAY DATE/TIME” and “DISPLAY ON TV” to “ON”.

“ DISPLAY DATE/TIME ” (A p. 129) “ DISPLAY ON TV ” (A p. 139)

Unnatural Displays on TV

Trouble Action

Images do not appear on the TV properly.

Disconnect the cable and connect again.

Turn off and on this unit again.

Images may not appear properly when the remaining battery power is low. Use an AC adapter.

Images are projected vertically on the TV.

Set

“VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” menu

to “4:3”.

“ VIDEO OUTPUT ” (A p. 140)

Images are projected horizontally on the TV.

Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.

The color of images looks strange.

Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.

HDMI-CEC functions do not work properly, and the TV does not work in conjunction with this unit.

TVs may operate differently depending on the specifications, even if they are HDMI-CEC compliant. Therefore, the HDMI-CEC functions of this unit cannot be guaranteed to operate in combination with all the TVs. In such cases, set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.

“ HDMI CONTROL ” (A p. 141)

The language on the display changed.

It may occur when you connect this unit to a TV with different language setting using an HDMI mini cable.

Caution :

not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation. If the data on the recording medium becomes corrupted, format the recording medium to use the medium again.

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Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector

If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI mini connector.

Use

a High Speed HDMI mini cable as the HDMI mini cable when not using

the provided one.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

Connect to a TV.

HDMI Connector Input

To HDMI Mini Connector

Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Open the LCD monitor.

The unit turns on automatically.

Press

the external input button on the TV to switch to the input from this

unit via the connected connector.

External Input

Play back a file.

≪REC

“Playing Back Videos” (A p. 63) “Playing Back Still Images” (A p. 67)

Memo :

Change the settings in “HDMI OUTPUT” according to the connection.

“ HDMI OUTPUT ” (A p. 140)

When connected to the TV via the HDMI mini cable, images and sounds may not be output properly depending on the TV connected. In such cases, perform the following operations.

1) Disconnect the HDMI mini cable and connect it again.

2) Turn off and on this unit again.

For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV's manufacturer.

Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI

Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cable allows linked operations with the TV to be performed.

HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC compliant devices that are connected via HDMI cables.

Memo :

Not all HDMI control devices comply with the HDMI-CEC standard. The HDMI control function of this unit will not work when connected to these devices.

This

unit is not guaranteed to operate with all HDMI-CEC enabled devices.

Depending on the specifications of each HDMI-CEC enabled device, some functions may not work with this unit. (For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.)

Unintended operations may occur with some connected devices. In these cases, set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.

“ HDMI CONTROL ” (A p. 141)

Preparations

Connect an HDMI mini cable between this unit and the TV.

“Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” (A p. 70)

Turn

on the TV and set the HDMI-CEC related setting to “ON”. (For details,

refer to the instruction manual of the TV.)

Turn on this unit and set “HDMI CONTROL” in the “COMMON” menu to “ON”.

“ HDMI CONTROL ” (A p. 141)

Operation Method 1

Turn on this unit.

Select the playback mode.

Connect the HDMI mini cable.

TV turns on automatically and switches to HDMI input mode when this unit is turned on.

Operation Method 2

Turn off the TV.

This unit turns off automatically.

Memo :

Depending on the TV connected, the display language of this unit will automatically

switch to the language that is selected for the TV when this unit is turned on. (This is applicable only if this unit supports the language selected for the TV.) To use this unit with a language that differs from the display language of the TV, set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.

The display language of the TV will not switch automatically, even if the display language of this unit is changed.

These functions may not work correctly when devices such as amplifier and selector are connected. Set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.

If HDMI-CEC does not work properly, turn off and on this unit again.

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Connecting via the AV Connector

By connecting the supplied AV cable to the AV connector, videos can be played back on a TV.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

Connect to a TV.

Red

White

Yel l o w

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Video Input

AV Cable (Provided)

To AV Connector

Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Open the LCD monitor.

The unit turns on automatically.

Press

the external input button on the TV to switch to the input from this

unit via the connected connector.

External Input

Play back a file.

≪REC

“Playing Back Videos” (A p. 63) “Playing Back Still Images” (A p. 67)

Memo :

For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV's manufacturer.

Playing Back Playlists

Plays back the playlists that you have created.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “PLAYBACK PLAYLIST”.

PLAYBACK PLAYLIST

VIDEO

Tap to select a playlist.

02 OCT.10.2012 01:00PM

CHECK

PLAYBACK PLAYLIST

Playback of the playlist starts.

“Playing Back Videos” (A p. 63)

Tap 3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.

Tap u to return to the index screen.

Tap “CHECK” and select a playlist to check its content. After checking, tap J.

Playlists with a O (Digest Playback) icon are the playlists created during Digest Playback.

Creating Playlists：

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“Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p.

79)

Playing Back a DVD or Blu-ray Disc Created on this Unit

DVDs

or Blu-ray discs created using the backup function on this unit can be played back on TV using an optional DVD writer (DVDs only) with playback function (CU-VD50) or a normal DVD or Blu-ray disc player. DVDs can also be played back on this unit by connecting the optional DVD writer with playback function. “Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89) “Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

For details on how to play back on a normal DVD or Blu-ray disc player, refer to the instruction manual of the player.

Playback Device DVD

(AVCHD format)

Blu-ray Disc

DVD writer connected to this unit

BD writer (external Blu-ray drive) connected to this unit

P P

DVD player/ DVD recorder

P* -

Blu-ray player/ Blu-ray recorder

DVD writer with playback function (CU-VD50)

*Only for AVCHD compatible devices

Caution :

DVDs that are created in AVCHD format cannot be played back on DVD players

with standard quality. You may not be able to remove the disc from

the player.

Digest Playback on a Blu-ray or DVD Player

You can play back a few seconds from each scene of the recorded videos in the created disc.

Load the created disc on a player.

Select “DIGEST PLAYBACK” on the TV.

The digest is played back continuously.

DIGEST PLAYBACK

(The screen does not appear on this unit.)

Memo :

To normal playback/To index menu

1) Press the top menu button on the remote control of the player during digest playback.

2) Select the desired item.

“DIGEST PLAYBACK” menu is not available when the disc is created using the provided Everio MediaBrowser 4 software.

Digest Playback is not available when playing back by connecting this unit to a DVD writer or external Blu-ray drive.

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Deleting Unwanted Files

Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. Doing so frees up more space in the recording media. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 73) “Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 73

)

Memo :

Deleted files cannot be restored.

When files in a playlist are deleted, the playlist changes.

Files that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file.

“Protecting Files” (A p. 74

)

Be sure to back up important files on a computer.

“Backing Up All Files” (A p. 105)

Deleting the Currently Displayed File

Deletes the currently displayed file.

Caution :

Deleted files cannot be restored.

Tap A.

≪REC

0:01:23 0:12:34

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap “YES”.

NOYES

SCENE ARE ALTERED OR DELETED

PLAYLISTS THAT INCLUDE THIS

(REMAINING SCENES: 0030)

DELETE?

Tap h / g to select the previous or next file.

When no file remains, the screen returns to the index screen.

Deleting Selected Files

Deletes the selected files.

Caution :

Deleted files cannot be restored.

Open the LCD monitor.

Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

REC

≪PLAY

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A.

≪REC

Tap on the files to delete.

STOPSETREL ALLSEL ALL

DELETE

P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again.

Tap “SEL ALL” to select all files.

Tap “REL ALL” to release all selections.

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REL ALLSEL ALL

DELETE

Still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with the continuous shooting mode will be grouped together. Only the first recorded file is shown and the group is displayed with a green frame. When this is tapped, an index screen of the grouped files appears. Tap on the files to delete, then tap “J”.

Tap “SET”.

SETREL ALLSEL ALL

DELETE

STOP

Tap “EXECUTE” to confirm the deletion.

RETURN

STOPEXECUTE

SCENE ARE ALTERED OR DELETED

PLAYLISTS THAT INCLUDE THIS

REMAINING SCENES:0030

DELETE?

After deleting is complete, tap “OK”.

To cancel the deletion, tap “QUIT”.

Protecting Files

Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 74) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 75

)

Caution :

When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.

Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File

Protects or releases protection of the currently displayed file.

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

0:01:23 0:12:34

Tap “PROTECT/CANCEL”.

PROTECT/CANCEL

VIDEO

Tap “YES”.

NOYES

PROTECT?

Tap h / g to select the previous or next file.

After setting, tap “OK”.

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Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files

Protects or releases protection of the selected files.

Open the LCD monitor.

Tap A or B to select the video or still image mode.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

REC

≪PLAY

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “PROTECT/CANCEL”.

PROTECT/CANCEL

VIDEO

Tap on the files to protect or release protection of.

SET

REL ALLSEL ALL

PROTECT/CANCEL

P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again.

and P are displayed on the files that are already protected.

To release protection of a file, tap on the file such that P is removed.

Tap “SEL ALL” to select all files.

Tap “REL ALL” to release all selections.

REL ALLSEL ALL

PROTECT/CANCEL

this is tapped, an index screen of the grouped files appears. Tap

on the files to protect or release protection of, then tap “J”.

Tap “SET” to complete the setting.

SETREL ALLSEL ALL

PROTECT/CANCEL

Protect marks I

appear on the selected files.

Protect marks I disappear from the deselected files.

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Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Playback

You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap on the desired video.

≪REC

Tap pause e at the desired scene during playback.

≪REC

0:01:23 0:12:34

After pausing the video, you can fine-tune the point to capture by tapping forward slow-motion k and reverse slow-motion l.

Press the SNAPSHOT button.

Memo :

Still images are captured with a size of 1920×1080.

Captured still images are stored in the media where the video is being played back from.

Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING)

Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file.

The original video remains in its existing location.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “TRIMMING”.

TRIMMING

VIDEO

Tap the video to edit.

STOP

TRIMMING

Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”.

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0:01:23 0:12:34

STOP

TRIMMING

When “A” is tapped, the start point is set.

After setting the start point, tap d to continue playback.

Tap e to pause playback at the desired end point, then tap “B”.

0:01:23

A 0:00:23

0:12:34

STOP

TRIMMING

When “B” is tapped, the end point is set.

To reset the start or end point, tap “A” or “B” at the desired scene (position).

Tap “SET”.

0:01:23

A 0:00:23 B 0:12:34

0:12:34

STOP

SET

TRIMMING

When “SET” is tapped, the trimming area is confirmed.

Tap “YES”.

NOYES

SPECIFIC AREA?

DO YOU WANT TO CAPTURE A

After copying, tap “OK”.

When copying finishes, the copied file is added to the index screen.

Memo :

The division point may deviate slightly from the selected scene.

Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube

Capture and copy a part of a recorded video (maximum 15 minutes) for uploading to YouTube, and save it as a YouTube video. When

capturing videos for YouTube, the duration cannot be longer than 15

minutes.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “UPLOAD SETTINGS”.

VIDEO

UPLOAD SETTINGS

Tap the video to edit.

2011

QUIT

UPLOAD SETTINGS

Tap “TRIM”.

When trimming is not necessary, tap “DO NOT TRIM”.

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TRIMDO NOT TRIM

THE VIDEO?

DO YOU WANT TO TRIM

the selected video is more than 15 minutes, trimming is necessary.

Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”.

0:01:23 0:12:34

STOP

TRIMMING

Tap e to pause playback at the desired end point, then tap “B”.

0:01:23

A 0:00:23

0:12:34

STOP

TRIMMING

To reset the start or end point, tap “A” or “B” at the desired scene (position).

When capturing videos for YouTube, the duration cannot be longer than 15 minutes.

Tap “SET”.

0:01:23

A 0:00:23 B 0:12:34

0:12:34

STOP

SET

TRIMMING

Tap “YES”.

NOYES

SHARING SITES)

(TO UPLOAD TO VIDEO

SELECTED RANGE?

DO YOU WANT TO CAPTURE

After copying, tap “OK”.

When copying finishes, the copied file is added to the index screen.

To exit upload settings, tap “STOP” on the upload settings screen.

Memo :

The division point may deviate slightly from the selected scene.

Uploading Videos to YouTube

You can upload your videos to YouTube using the provided software Everio MediaBrowser

4. Install the software on your PC and connect this unit to the

PC.

For details on how to use the software, refer to the help file.

“Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 104)

Trouble with Uploading Videos：

Check if you have created an account with YouTube. (You need a YouTube account to upload files to YouTube.)

Refer

to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc. in “Click for Latest Product Info” in the help file of the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4.

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Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos

A list created by selecting your favorite videos from the recorded ones is called a playlist. By

creating a playlist, you can play back only your favorite videos in the order you like. The original video file remains even when it is registered to a playlist.

To create a new playlist

“Creating Playlists with Selected Files” (A p. 79) “Creating Playlists by Date” (A p. 80)

To edit or delete a created playlist

“Editing Playlists” (A p. 81) “Deleting Playlists” (A p. 82)

Memo :

When a video file is deleted or moved, the same file will be removed from the playlist.

Creating Playlists with Selected Files

Create a playlist by arranging the files one by one.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “EDIT PLAYLIST”.

EDIT PLAYLIST

VIDEO

Tap “NEW LIST”.

DELETE

EDIT

NEW LIST

EDIT PLAYLIST

Tap “CREATE FROM SCENE”.

CREATE BY DATE

CREATE FROM SCENE

EDIT PLAYLIST

Tap on the video to add to playlist.

1920

1920 1920

1920

1920 1920

1920

TOTAL

0/999

FROM SCENE

QUIT

00h00m

d appears on the selected video. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected video again to check the video. After checking, tap J.

Tap 0/1 or move the zoom lever to display the previous/next video.

X indicates the size of the video.

Tap “ADD”, and insert the video image.

ADD

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Repeat steps 7-8 and arrange the videos in the playlist.

change the position of a video in the playlist (lower row), select the

insertion point with E/F after step 7 and tap “ADD”.

d appears when the inserted video is selected. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected video again to check the video. After checking, tap J.

To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap “CANCEL”.

X indicates the size of the video.

After arranging, tap “SAVE”.

SAVE

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Tap “YES”.

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SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?

QUIT PLAYLIST.

NOYES

Memo :

Tap L on each screen to exit the menu.

Creating Playlists by Date

Create a playlist by arranging multiple files according to recording date.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “EDIT PLAYLIST”.

EDIT PLAYLIST

VIDEO

Tap “NEW LIST”.

DELETE

EDIT

NEW LIST

EDIT PLAYLIST

Tap “CREATE BY DATE”.

CREATE BY DATE

CREATE FROM SCENE

EDIT PLAYLIST

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Tap on the video of the date to add to playlist.

FROM DATE

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d appears on the selected video. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected video again to check all the videos of the same date. After checking, tap J.

Tap 0/1 or move the zoom lever to display the previous/next video.

The

number on the video indicates the number of videos recorded on

the same day.

Tap “ADD”, and insert the video image.

ADD

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Repeat steps 7-8 and arrange the videos in the playlist.

change the position of a video in the playlist (lower row), select the

insertion point with E/F after step 7 and tap “ADD”.

d appears when the inserted video is selected. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected video again to check all the videos of the same date. After checking, tap J.

To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap “CANCEL”.

After arranging, tap “SAVE”.

FROM DATE

SAVE

TOTAL

0/999

DVD(DL)1

DVD 01

00h00m

Tap “YES”.

SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?

QUIT PLAYLIST.

NOYES

Memo :

Tap L on each screen to exit the menu.

Editing Playlists

You can change the content of a created playlist. However, the playlists created from Digest Playback cannot be changed.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “EDIT PLAYLIST”.

EDIT PLAYLIST

VIDEO

Tap “EDIT”.

DELETE

EDIT

NEW LIST

EDIT PLAYLIST

Tap on the playlist to edit, and tap “NEXT”.

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EDIT PLAYLIST

Tap on the video (upper row) to arrange in the playlist.

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SAVE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 01

EDIT

00h00m

d appears on the selected video. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected video again to check the video. After checking, tap J.

Tap 0/1 or move the zoom lever to display the previous/next video.

X indicates the size of the video.

Tap “ADD”, and insert the video image.

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SAVE

TOTAL

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ADD

00h00m

Repeat steps 7-8 and arrange the videos in the playlist.

To change the position of a video in the playlist (lower row), select the insertion point with E/F after step 7 and tap “ADD”.

d appears when the inserted video is selected. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected video again to check the video. After checking, tap J.

To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap “CANCEL”.

X indicates the size of the video.

After arranging, tap “SAVE”.

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SAVE

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EDIT

00h00m

Tap “YES”.

SAVE EDITED CONTENTS?

QUIT PLAYLIST.

NOYES

Memo :

Tap L on each screen to exit the menu.

Deleting Playlists

Delete the playlists that you have created.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Tap “MENU”.

≪REC

Tap “EDIT PLAYLIST”.

EDIT PLAYLIST

VIDEO

Tap “DELETE”.

DELETE

EDIT

NEW LIST

EDIT PLAYLIST

Tap on the playlist to delete, and tap “NEXT”.

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DELETE

DELETE ALL

All

created playlists will be deleted when “DELETE ALL” is selected.

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Tap “YES” to confirm the deletion.

NOYES

DELETE PLAYLIST?

After deleting, tap “OK”.

After deleting is complete, the screen returns to the delete playlist selection screen.

Memo :

Tap L on each screen to exit the menu.

Creating Discs with a DVD Writer

You

can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using

an optional DVD writer.

Compatible DVD Writers

Product Name Description

DVD Writer

CU-VD3

Enables the images recorded on this unit to be copied to a DVD without using a PC.

DVD Writer

CU-VD50

Creates

DVDs and functions as an external DVD drive when connected to a PC. In addition, created DVDs can be played back by connecting the CU-VD50 to a TV.

Creating Discs with a DVD Writer

Preparing a DVD Writer

“Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3)” (A p.

84)

“Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50)” (A p. 84)

Copying to Discs

“Copying All Files” (A p. 85) “Copying Files by Date” (A p. 86) “Copying Selected Playlists” (A p. 87) “Copying Selected Files” (A p. 88)

Other Operations

“Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89)

Memo :

Discs created on this unit are saved in the AVCHD format. Play back on an AVCHD compatible device (such as Blu-ray recorder). In addition, discs in DVD-Video format cannot be created.

Images recorded in UXP mode cannot be copied to a DVD writer.

When there are many files to back up, it may take time for the backup to be completed. Wait for a while as the access lamp appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.

Date and time information as saved as subtitles in the created discs.

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Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3)

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter.

DVD Writer

To DC Connector

To USB Connector

AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

A Connect the USB cable of the DVD writer to this unit. B Connect the AC adapter of the DVD writer.

Turn on the DVD writer. C Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the DVD writer.

Open the LCD monitor.

This unit turns on and the “BACK-UP” menu appears.

While the USB cable is connected, the “BACK-UP” menu is displayed.

Insert a new disc.

  

A Press the eject button to open the disc tray. B Pull out the tray completely and load a new disc properly. C Push the disc tray in until it clicks into place.

Caution :

Be sure to turn off the power when connecting the devices. Otherwise, electric shocks or malfunctions may occur.

Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50)

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter.

DVD Writer(CU-VD50)

Protrusion

To USB Connector

To DC Connector

AC Adapter To AC

Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

A Connect the USB cable provided with the DVD writer. B Connect the AC adapter of the DVD writer.

Turn on the DVD writer. C Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the DVD writer.

Open the LCD monitor.

This unit turns on and the “BACK-UP” menu appears.

While the USB cable is connected, the “BACK-UP” menu is displayed.

Insert a new disc.

 

A Press the eject button. B Pull out the disc tray. C Pull out the tray completely and load a new disc properly. D Push the disc tray in until it clicks into place.

Caution :

Be sure to turn off the power when connecting the devices. Otherwise, electric shocks or malfunctions may occur.

Memo :

All buttons on the DVD writer CU-VD50, other than the power and eject buttons, will not work when connected to this unit.

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Creating a Disc

Prepare a DVD writer.

Insert a new disc into the DVD writer.

“Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3)” (A p. 84) “Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50)” (A p. 84)

Copy files to the disc with the following methods.

“Copying All Files” (A p. 85) “Copying Files by Date” (A p. 86

) “Copying Selected Playlists” (A p. 87) “Copying Selected Files” (A p. 88)

Copying All Files

All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You

can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never

been copied.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “CREATE FROM ALL” (video) or “SAVE ALL” (still image).

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap the desired method.

UNSAVED SCENES

ALL SCENES

CREATE FROM ALL

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

“ALL SCENES” (video)/“ALL IMAGES” (still image):

All videos or still images in this unit are copied.

“UNSAVED SCENES” (video)/“UNSAVED IMAGES” (still image):

Videos or still images that have never been copied are automatically selected and copied.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

ALL SCENES

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

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Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A

mode only)

BY DATE

AUTO

SELECT THE SORT METHOD

ON THE TOP MENU

CREATE HEADLINES

ALL SCENES

When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.

When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 02

REMAINING

ALL SCENES

When

“INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO

EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

ALL SCENES

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. Files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later.

Memo :

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89

) ”.

“Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89)

Copying Files by Date

Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image).

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap “CREATE BY DATE” (video) or “SAVE BY DATE” (still image).

SELECT FROM SCENES

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SELECT AND CREATE

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap to select a recording date.

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CREATE BY DATE

You cannot select more than one recording date for copying. To

copy files from multiple recording dates, it is recommended to copy

by creating a playlist.

“Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p. 79) “Copying Selected Playlists” (A p. 87)

Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

CHECK

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

CREATE BY DATE

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “CHECK” to check the content.

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Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A

mode only)

BY DATE

AUTO

SELECT THE SORT METHOD

ON THE TOP MENU

CREATE HEADLINES

CREATE BY DATE

When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.

When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 02

REMAINING

CREATE BY DATE

When

“INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO

EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

CREATE BY DATE

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. Files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later.

Memo :

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89

) ”.

“Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89)

Copying Selected Playlists

Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like.

Select video mode.

Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”.

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

Tap “CREATE BY PLAYLIST”.

SELECT FROM SCENES

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SELECT AND CREATE

Tap on the playlist to copy to disc.

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d appears on the selected playlist (upper). Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected playlist again to check the content of the playlist. After checking, tap J.

Tap “ADD” to insert a playlist.

ADD

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Repeat steps 4-5 and arrange the playlists.

change the position of a playlist (lower), select the insertion point

with E/F after step 4 and tap “ADD”.

d appears when the inserted playlist is selected. Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected playlist again to check the content of the playlist. After checking, tap J.

To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap “CANCEL”.

After arranging, tap “SAVE”.

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CREATE BY PLAYLIST

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Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

CHECK

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “CHECK” to check the content. After checking, tap J.

Tap “OK”.

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

THE PLAYLIST OR THE DATE

WILL DISPLAY EITHER

THE DISC TOP MENU HEADLINE

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD 02

DVD(DL)1

REMAINING

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

When “INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. Files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later.

Memo :

A list of playlists is displayed on the top menu of the created DVD.

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89)

”.

“Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89)

To create a playlist

“Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p. 79)

Copying Selected Files

Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image).

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap “SELECT FROM SCENES” (video) or “SELECT FROM IMAGES” (still image).

SELECT FROM SCENES

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SELECT AND CREATE

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap on the videos or still images to copy.

QUITCHECK

SELECT FROM SCENES

A check mark appears on the selected file. To remove the check mark, tap on the file again.

Tap “CHECK” to check the file. After checking, tap J.

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

After selecting all the files, tap “SAVE”.

SAVEQUITCHECK

SELECT FROM SCENES

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

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RETURNEXECUTE

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

SELECT FROM SCENES

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only)

BY DATE

AUTO

SELECT THE SORT METHOD

ON THE TOP MENU

CREATE HEADLINES

SELECT FROM SCENES

When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.

When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 02

REMAINING

SELECT FROM SCENES

When “INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

SELECT FROM SCENES

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. Files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later.

Memo :

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89

) ”.

“Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 89)

Playing Back with a DVD Writer

You can play back the DVDs created on this unit.

Prepare a DVD writer.

Insert the DVD to play back into the DVD writer.

“Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3)” (A p. 84) “Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50)” (A p. 84)

Tap “PLAYBACK” in the BACK-UP menu.

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

index screen (thumbnail display) of the videos in the disc appears.

Tap on the file to start playback.

Tap “J” to return to the “BACK-UP” menu.

For details on video playback, refer to “

“Operation Buttons for Video

Playback” (A p. 63) ”.

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63)

To exit, stop playback and turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. Then, disconnect the USB cable.

Memo :

When

playing back DVD-Video discs, date/time and other information will

not be displayed on the screen.

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Creating Discs with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

*The JVC external Blu-ray drive is known as “BD writer”. You

can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using

an optional BD writer (external Blu-ray drive).

Compatible BD Writers (External Blu-ray Drives)

You can use BE08LU20 from LG. (as of November, 2011)

Creating Discs with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

“Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 90)

Copying to Discs

“Copying All Files” (A p. 91) “Copying Files by Date” (A p. 92

) “Copying Selected Playlists” (A p. 93) “Copying Selected Files” (A p. 94) Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually.

Other Operations

“Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

Memo :

The recordable time on the disc varies according to the way of recording.

When there are many files to back up, it may take time for the backup to be completed. Wait for a while as the access lamp appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.

Date and time information as saved as subtitles in the created discs.

Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

Memo :

To use the USB cable provided with the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive), purchase the following USB conversion cable.

Part number*: QAM0852-001 Mini-A (Male) – A (Female) *Consult your nearest service center.

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter.

AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

To DC Connector

To USB Connector

DVD Writer

A Connect

the USB cable of the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive) to this

unit.

The USB cable provided with this unit cannot be used.

B Connect the AC adapter of the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive). C Turn on the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive). D Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive).

Open the LCD monitor.

This unit turns on and the “BACK-UP” menu appears.

While the USB cable is connected, the “BACK-UP” menu is displayed.

Insert a new disc.

  

A Press the eject button to open the disc tray. B Load a new disc properly. C Press the eject button to close the disc tray.

Caution :

Be sure to turn off the power when connecting the devices. Otherwise, electric shocks or malfunctions may occur.

Do not connect the AC adapter provided with this unit to the BD writer.

Do not connect the AC adapter provided with the BD writer to this unit.

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Creating a Disc

Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

Insert a new disc into the BD writer (external Blu-ray drive).

“Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 90

)

Copy files to the disc with the following methods.

“Copying All Files” (A p. 91) “Copying Files by Date” (A p. 92) “Copying Selected Playlists” (A p. 93) “Copying Selected Files” (A p. 94)

Copying All Files

All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You

can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never

been copied.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “CREATE FROM ALL” (video) or “SAVE ALL” (still image).

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap “Blu-ray DISC” or “DVD(AVCHD)”.

DVD(AVCHD)Blu-ray DISC

CHANGE REC. MEDIA

CREATE FROM ALL

The

media changes to the tapped item. Select the appropriate setting

according to the disc.

Selecting “Blu-ray DISC” enables you to save videos in a Blu-ray disc in the high definition quality.

Selecting “DVD(AVCHD)” enables you to save videos in a DVD in the high definition quality.

Tap the desired method.

UNSAVED SCENES

ALL SCENES

CREATE FROM ALL

“ALL SCENES” (video)/“ALL IMAGES” (still image):

All videos or still images in this unit are copied.

“UNSAVED SCENES” (video)/“UNSAVED IMAGES” (still image):

Videos or still images that have never been copied are automatically selected and copied.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

ALL SCENES

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only)

BY DATE

AUTO

SELECT THE SORT METHOD

ON THE TOP MENU

CREATE HEADLINES

ALL SCENES

When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.

When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 02

REMAINING

ALL SCENES

When “INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

ALL SCENES

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. While

files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later, files can still be

added to the BD-R/BD-RE.

DVDs that are created in “DVD(AVCHD)” format are playable only on AVCHD compatible devices.

Memo :

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

”.

“Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

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Copying Files by Date

Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image).

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap “Blu-ray DISC” or “DVD(AVCHD)”.

DVD(AVCHD)Blu-ray DISC

CHANGE REC. MEDIA

SELECT AND CREATE

The

media changes to the tapped item. Select the appropriate setting

according to the disc.

Selecting “Blu-ray DISC” enables you to save videos in a Blu-ray disc in the high definition quality.

Selecting “DVD(AVCHD)” enables you to save videos in a DVD in the high definition quality.

Tap “CREATE BY DATE” (video) or “SAVE BY DATE” (still image).

SELECT FROM SCENES

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SELECT AND CREATE

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap to select a recording date.

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QUIT

CREATE BY DATE

Memo :

You cannot select more than one recording date for copying. To

copy files from multiple recording dates, it is recommended to copy by

creating a playlist.

“Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p. 79) “Copying Selected Playlists” (A p. 93)

Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

CHECK

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

CREATE BY DATE

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only)

BY DATE

AUTO

SELECT THE SORT METHOD

ON THE TOP MENU

CREATE HEADLINES

CREATE BY DATE

When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.

When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 02

REMAINING

CREATE BY DATE

When “INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

CREATE BY DATE

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. While

files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later, files can still be

added to the BD-R/BD-RE.

DVDs that are created in “DVD(AVCHD)” format are playable only on AVCHD compatible devices.

Memo :

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

”.

“Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

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Copying Selected Playlists

Arrange and copy the created playlists in the order you like.

Select video mode.

Tap “SELECT AND CREATE”.

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

Tap “Blu-ray DISC” or “DVD(AVCHD)”.

DVD(AVCHD)Blu-ray DISC

CHANGE REC. MEDIA

SELECT AND CREATE

The

media changes to the tapped item. Select the appropriate setting

according to the disc.

Selecting “Blu-ray DISC” enables you to save videos in a Blu-ray disc in the high definition quality.

Selecting “DVD(AVCHD)” enables you to save videos in a DVD in the high definition quality.

Tap “CREATE BY PLAYLIST”.

SELECT FROM SCENES

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SELECT AND CREATE

Tap on the playlist to copy to disc.

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d appears on the selected playlist (upper). Tap J to deselect.

Tap

on the selected playlist again to check the content of the playlist.

After checking, tap J.

Tap “ADD” to insert a playlist.

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Repeat steps 6-7 and arrange the playlists.

To change the position of a playlist (lower), select the insertion point with E/F after step 6 and tap “ADD”.

d appears when the inserted playlist is selected.

Tap J to deselect.

Tap on the selected playlist again to check the content of the playlist. After checking, tap J.

To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap “CANCEL”.

After arranging, tap “SAVE”.

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CREATE BY PLAYLIST

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SAVE

00h00m

Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

CHECK

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “CHECK” to check the content.

Tap “OK”.

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

THE PLAYLIST OR THE DATE

WILL DISPLAY EITHER

THE DISC TOP MENU HEADLINE

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD 02

DVD(DL)1

REMAINING

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

When

“INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO

EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

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Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. While

files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later, files can still be

added to the BD-R/BD-RE.

DVDs that are created in “DVD(AVCHD)” format are playable only on AVCHD compatible devices.

Memo :

A list of playlists is displayed on the top menu of the created DVD.

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96) ”.

“Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

To create a playlist

“Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” (A p.

79)

Copying Selected Files

Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image).

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap “Blu-ray DISC” or “DVD(AVCHD)”.

DVD(AVCHD)Blu-ray DISC

CHANGE REC. MEDIA

SELECT AND CREATE

The

media changes to the tapped item. Select the appropriate setting

according to the disc.

Selecting “Blu-ray DISC” enables you to save videos in a Blu-ray disc in the high definition quality.

Selecting “DVD(AVCHD)” enables you to save videos in a DVD in the high definition quality.

Tap “SELECT FROM SCENES” (video) or “SELECT FROM IMAGES” (still image).

SELECT FROM SCENES

CREATE BY PLAYLIST

CREATE BY DATE

SELECT AND CREATE

While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.

Tap A to switch between the video and still image modes.

Tap on the videos or still images to copy.

QUITCHECK

SELECT FROM SCENES

A check mark appears on the selected file. To remove the check mark, tap on the file again.

Tap “CHECK” to check the file. After checking, tap J.

After selecting all the files, tap “SAVE”.

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SAVEQUITCHECK

SELECT FROM SCENES

Tap “EXECUTE”.

RETURNEXECUTE

PREPARE AN EMPTY DISC

DVD:2 / DVD(DL):1

REQUIRED DISC SPACE

SELECT FROM SCENES

The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.

Tap “AUTO” or “BY DATE”. (A mode only)

BY DATE

AUTO

SELECT THE SORT METHOD

ON THE TOP MENU

CREATE HEADLINES

SELECT FROM SCENES

When “AUTO” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.

When “BY DATE” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.

Tap “EXECUTE”.

STOPEXECUTE

DVD(DL)1

DVD 02

REMAINING

SELECT FROM SCENES

When

“INSERT THE NEXT DISC TO CREATE OR PRESS STOP TO

EXIT” appears, change the disc.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

COMPLETED

SELECT FROM SCENES

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

All DVDs will be finalized automatically. While

files cannot be added to the DVD-R/DVD-RW later, files can still be

added to the BD-R/BD-RE.

DVDs that are created in “DVD(AVCHD)” format are playable only on AVCHD compatible devices.

Memo :

To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

”.

“Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 96)

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Playing Back with a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

You can play back the Blu-ray discs created on this unit.

Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)

Insert the Blu-ray disc to play back into the BD writer (external Bluray drive).

“Preparing a BD Writer (External Blu-ray Drive)” (A p. 90)

Tap “PLAYBACK” in the BACK-UP menu.

PLAYBACK

SELECT AND CREATE

CREATE FROM ALL

VIDEO BACKUP

index screen (thumbnail display) of the videos in the disc appears.

Tap on the file to start playback.

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PLAYBACK

For details on video playback, refer to “

“Operation Buttons for Video

Playback” (A p. 63) ”.

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63)

To exit, stop playback and turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. Then, disconnect the USB cable.

Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Recorder

You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit using a USB cable.

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect to a Blu-ray recorder.

USB USB

Blu-ray Recorder

AC Adapter To AC

Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

USB Cable

(Provided)

A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.

Open the LCD monitor.

This unit turns on and the “SELECT DEVICE” screen appears.

Tap “CONNECT TO OTHER”.

CONNECT TO OTHER

TYPE TO CONNECT

SELECT DEVICE

Perform dubbing on the Blu-ray recorder.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the Blu-ray recorder.

After dubbing is complete, disconnect the USB cable. Operations cannot

be performed on this unit until the USB cable is disconnected.

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Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a DVD Recorder

You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder.

Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and DVD recorder.

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect to a DVD recorder.

Red

White

Yel l o w

To DC Connector

VCR/DVD Recorder

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Video Input

Record

To AV Connector

Video Input

AV Cable (Provided)

AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110

V to 240 V)

A Connect using the provided AV cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Prepare the TV/DVD recorder for recording.

Switch to a compatible external input.

Insert a disc (DVD-R, etc.) into the DVD recorder.

Prepare this unit for playback.

Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or “16:9”) of the connecting TV.

“ VIDEO OUTPUT ” (A p. 140)

Start recording.

Start playback on this unit and press the record button on the recorder.

“Playing Back Videos” (A p. 63

)

After playback is complete, stop the recording.

Memo :

When

there are many videos to dub, you can create a playlist in advance

and play it back so that all your favorite videos can be dubbed at once.

“Creating Playlists with Selected Files” (A p. 79) “Playing Back Playlists” (A p. 71)

To include the recording date and time during dubbing, set “DISPLAY DATE/TIME” in the video playback menu to “ON”. Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the common menu to “ON”.

Dubbing Files to a VHS Tape by Connecting to a VCR

You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a VCR.

Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and VCR.

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.

Red

White

Yel l o w

To DC Connector

VCR/DVD Recorder

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Video Input

Record

To AV Connector

Video Input

AV Cable (Provided)

AC Adapter To AC Outlet (110

V to 240 V)

A Connect using the provided AV cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is A.

the mode is B still image, tap B on the recording screen to display

the mode switching screen. Tap A to switch the mode to video.

Tap “<<PLAY” to select the playback mode.

≪PLAY

REC

Prepare the TV/VCR for recording.

Switch to a compatible external input.

Insert a video tape.

Prepare this unit for playback.

Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or “16:9”) of the connecting TV.

“ VIDEO OUTPUT ” (A p. 140

)

Start recording.

Start playback on this unit and press the record button on the recorder.

“Playing Back Videos” (A p. 63)

After playback is complete, stop the recording.

Memo :

When

there are many videos to dub, you can create a playlist in advance

and play it back so that all your favorite videos can be dubbed at once.

“Creating Playlists with Selected Files” (A p. 79) “Playing Back Playlists” (A p. 71)

To include the recording date and time during dubbing, set “DISPLAY DATE/TIME” in the video playback menu to “ON”. Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the common menu to “ON”.

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Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive

You can copy video and still image files to a USB external hard disk drive from

this unit. You can also play the files in the USB external hard disk drive

on this unit.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the external hard disk drive.

Compatible External Hard Disk Drives

Memo :

Before purchasing, check the compatible devices on the LaCie website.

USB external hard disk drives up to 2 TB can be used.

Copying and Playback with a USB External Hard Disk Drive

“Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive” (A p. 98) “Copying All Files” (A p.

99) “Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive” (A p. 100) “Deleting Folders in the USB External Hard Disk Drive” (A p. 100)

Importing Files from the USB External Hard Disk Drive

“Importing Files from the USB External Hard Disk Drive” (A p.

101)

Memo :

Format

the USB external hard disk drive when connecting it to this unit for

the first time. (All data will be deleted.)

“Formatting the USB External Hard Disk Drive” (A p. 101)

Refer to the help file of the provided Everio MediaBrowser 4 software when you use the PC to operate the data in the USB external hard disk drive directly copied from this unit.

USB external hard disk drives with the capacity over 2 TB cannot be used.

Copying may take time. (For example, saving 1 hour video in XP mode takes about 20 minutes.)

When there are many files to back up, it may take time for the backup to be completed. Wait for a while as the access lamp appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.

Sound or video may be interrupted during playback.

Caution :

Do not connect a USB hub between this unit and the USB external hard disk drive.

Disconnect the USB external hard disk drive when using other USB devices such as DVD writer, external Blu-ray drive, or another USB external hard disk drive.

Avoid the following operations during copying and playing back.

- Turning off the unit or the USB external hard disk drive.

- Disconnecting the USB cable.

Do not format the USB external hard disk drive using the PC. If you did, format again using this unit. (All the data in the USB external hard disk drive will be erased.)

Avoid the following operations using the PC.

- Deleting files or folders in the USB external hard disk drive.

- Moving files or folders in the USB external hard disk drive.

Changing the name of files or folders in the USB external hard disk drive.

These operations make the data impossible to be played back on this unit.

When you use the PC to edit the data in the USB external hard disk drive, copy the data to the PC before editing. Editing the data in the USB external hard disk drive directly from the PC makes the data impossible to be played back on this unit.

Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive

Memo :

When connecting to the external hard disk drive, use a USB cable with Mini-A (Male) – B (Male) connectors. The USB cable provided with this unit cannot be used.

To use the USB cable provided with the USB external hard disk drive, purchase the following USB conversion cable.

Part number*: QAM0852-001 Mini-A (Male) – A (Female) *Consult your nearest service center.

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit.

Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter.

AC Adap ter To AC

Outlet (110 V to 240 V)

To DC Connector

To USB Connector

USB Cable Provided with External Hard Disk Drive

USB Cable Mini-A (Male) – B (Male)

(Part number: QAM0852-001)*

USB Extension Cable Mini-A (Male) – A (Female)

To USB Connector

*Consult your nearest service center.

A Connect the USB cable with the USB external hard disk drive. B Connect the AC adapter of the USB external hard disk drive.

Turn on the external hard disk drive. C Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the external hard disk drive.

Open the LCD monitor.

This unit turns on and the “BACK-UP” menu appears.

While the USB cable is connected, the “BACK-UP” menu is displayed.

Caution :

Be sure to turn off the power when connecting the devices. Otherwise, electric shocks or malfunctions may occur.

Do not connect a USB hub between this unit and the USB external hard disk drive.

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Copying All Files

All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You

can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never

been copied.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “BACK UP”.

BACK UP

VIDEO BACKUP

Tap the desired method.

UNSAVED SCENES

ALL SCENES

BACK UP

“ALL SCENES” (video)/“ALL IMAGES” (still image):

All videos or still images in this unit are copied.

“UNSAVED SCENES” (video)/“UNSAVED IMAGES” (still image):

Videos or still images that have never been copied are automatically selected and copied.

Check

that there is sufficient remaining space on the hard disk drive and

tap “YES”.

NOYES

START TO BACKUP?

FREE SPACE : 0,007,768MB

REQ SPACE : 147MB

15 SCENES

ALL SCENES

Backup starts when “YES” is tapped.

Tap “OK” when “COMPLETED” is displayed.

SAVED

ALL SCENES

Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable.

Caution :

Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.

Files that are not on the index screen during playback cannot be copied. Special files cannot be copied either.

Copying may take time. (For example, saving 1 hour video in XP mode takes about 20 minutes.)

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Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive

Videos or still images saved in an external hard disk drive can be played back on this unit.

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “PLAYBACK”.

PLAYBACK

VIDEO BACKUP

Tap on the folder to play back.

PLAYBACK

Tap “J” to return to the “BACK-UP” menu.

Tap on the file to play back.

PLAYBACK

Tap “J” to return to the folder index screen.

For details on video playback, refer to “

“Operation Buttons for Video

Playback” (A p. 63) ”.

“Operation Buttons for Video Playback” (A p. 63)

To exit, stop playback and turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. Then, disconnect the USB cable.

Memo :

Sound or video may be interrupted during playback.

Deleting Folders in the USB External Hard Disk Drive

Files that are copied to the external hard disk drive can be deleted.

Caution :

Deleted files cannot be restored.

Be sure to back up important files on a PC.

“Backing Up All Files” (A p. 105)

Select video or still image mode.

Tap “DELETE”.

DELETE

VIDEO BACKUP

Tap on the folder to delete.

DELETE FOLDER CONTENTS

DELETE

Tap “YES”.

NOYES

DELETE?

FREE SPACE : 0,007,768MB

DELETE VOLUME : 144MB

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ALL SCENES

After deleting, tap “OK”.

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