JVC GC-FM1AA, GC-FM1U, GC-FM1E User Manual

HD MEMORY CAMERA

LYT2154-002B

GC-FM1

U/E/AA

Detailed User Guide

ENGLISH

Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT:

In the event that any of the following occur, make a request for repair to the dealer.

• Smoke or abnormal odor is emitted.

• Damage from being dropped.

• Water or an object enters inside.

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

Caution on camcorder

The camcorder may present a re or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 100 °C or incinerate.

• Dispose of used camcorder promptly.

• Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in re.

WARNING:

The camcorder shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, re or the like.

Declaration of Conformity (For owners in the U.S.A.)

Model Number : GC-FM1U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP. Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J.

Telephone Number : 973-317–5000

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

(For owners in the U.S.A.)

Changes or modications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

07470

FCC WARNING (For owners in the U.S.A.)

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modication is made.

(For owners in the U.S.A.)

• The supplied interface cable must be used with the

equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.

(For owners in Canada)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries

Products

[European Union]

These symbols indicate that the electrical and electronic equipment and the battery with this symbol should not be disposed of as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the products should be handed over to the applicable collection points for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment as well as batteries for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation and the Directive 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help to prevent potential negative eects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of these products. For more information about collection points and recycling of these products, please contact your local municipal oce, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

[Business users]

If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information about the take-back of the product.

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to dispose of these items, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries.

Notice:

The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead.

Battery

If this symbol is shown, it is only valid in the European Union.

Dear Customer, [European Union]

This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is: JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH Postfach 10 05 04 61145 Friedberg Germany

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch o and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way — switch o, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DON’T remove any xed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch o using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for inrm or handicapped people. DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER x legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always t the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the xings provided according to the instructions. DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

• NEVER let anyone especially children push anything

into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

• NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment

of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

Safety Precautions for the Camcorder

To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, and injury to person, carefully follow these instructions.

• Do not expose this product to liquid, rain, moisture, or

extreme temperatures.

• Do not disassemble this unit.

• Do not insert foreign objects into the this unit - this

may cause damage to internal components or cause injury to you.

• It is recommended to charge the battery connecting to

PC with the USB cable.

• Do not charge this product if damaged, or has been

immersed in liquids.

• Do not store this unit in extreme cold or high

temperature areas.

• If the LCD breaks, do not touch the glass or liquid.

• Do not attempt to remove or replace the battery.

•

Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the camcorder.

• Do not puncture or incinerate the battery.

• Do not dispose of this unit improperly. Check with local

codes for proper disposal regulations.

• Dispose of batteries according to local and national

regulations.

• Never allow children to play with this unit small parts

may be a choking hazard.

• Observe caution when using this unit strap to prevent

strangulation.

• When using the camcorder with a tripod, attach the

camcorder to the tripod securely.

Product Care

• Operating and storage temperatures 5 °C to +40 °C

• Do not drop this unit or subject it to excessive shock or

vibration.

• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, as they may

damage the unit or the nish of the product.

• KEEP THIS INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CAUTION:

• Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect

type.

ATTENTION:

On placing the unit: Some TVs or other appliances generate strong magnetic elds. Do not place such appliances on top of the unit as it may cause picture disturbance.

Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only.

Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.)

Trademarks

• HDMI is a trademark of HDMI

Licensing, LLC.

• Windows® is either registered trademark or

trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

• iPod, iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered

in the U.S. and other countries.

• YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks

and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC.

• Other product and company names included in

this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Table of Contents

Names of Components ........................... 5

Accessories Attaching the Hand Strap Indications on LCD monitor Charging Turning the Power On and O Inserting an SD Card Necessary Settings before Use

Setting Date and Time Setting the Video Output Viewing the rmware version of the unit Formatting an SD Card

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! Recording/Playback .......................... 14

Video Recording Video Playback

# Recording/Playback .......................... 15

Still Image Recording Still Image Playback

Deleting Files ................................... 16

Viewing Files on TV

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Saving Files on a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

System Requirements (Windows) Installing the Supplied Software Exporting to iTunes® Uploading to YouTube Warning Indications Specications

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Customer Support Information

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Names of Components

Focus Switching Lever

Normal Recording [M]

Macro Recording [

Power Button [<]

Power Lamp

Select Button [%]

Recording/Playback

]

LCD Monitor

Charge Lamp Status (Warning) Lamp

Recording Select Button Video [!] Still Image [#]

Delete Button [$]

Hand Strap

Attachment Area

AV Connector

HDMI Connector

USB Connector

Speaker

SD Slot Cover

Tripod Mounting Socket

, ¢ , £ , ¤ Buttons

Zoom Buttons

Volume Buttons

Index Button [7]

Reset Hole

Recording Start/Stop Button Shutter Button Set Button

Lens

Microphone

Accessories

USB Cable

(WUU102SCP001)

(WPU122SCP001)

Hand StrapAV Cable

Attaching the Hand Strap

To guard against dropping the camcorder, we recommend attaching the hand strap.

NOTE

• When carrying the camcorder, please be careful

not to drop it. Dropping it may cause injury or a malfunction of your camcorder.

• When a child uses the camcorder, there must be

parental guidance.

Indications on LCD monitor

Index 8

! Videos / # Still Images

Mode Indicator Folder Number_File Number

Current Page/ Total Number of Pages

To delete/redisplay 8 characters and symbols on the LCD monitor

Press the 7 button for more than 2 seconds.

1080p

REC

00h59

01:11

3095

Indications on LCD monitor (Continued)

During Recording 8

! Video

Mode Indicator

1080p/720p/VGA/

QVGA

Macro Recording

Battery Indicator

Display changes depending on the remaining battery level

# Still image

Remaining Time

CounterVideo Quality

Zoom Bar

W: Wide side, T: Tele side

Mode Indicator Remaining Number of Shots

8M/5M/2M/VGA

Macro Recording

Image Size

Zoom Bar

W: Wide side, T: Tele side

1080p

01:48

103_0050

00:20

103_0050

Indications on LCD monitor (Continued)

During Playback 8

! Video

Folder Number_File Number

Video Quality

1080p/720p/VGA/

QVGA

# Still image

Recording Time

Playback Time (minutes : seconds)

Playback Mode

F : Playback N : Reverse search O : Forward search Q : Pause

Volume Indicator

Folder Number_File Number

8M/5M/2M/VGA

Image Size

Charging

Charge the battery connecting to the computer with the USB cable.

Charge Lamp

< Button

Power Lamp

To Computer

USB Cable

Press the < button to turn o the camcorder.

USB Connector

The power lamp goes out.

Connect the camcorder to a computer.

Camcorder’s LCD monitor will turn o when the USB cable is connected. This occurs during battery charging or when connected to a PC.

Charge lamp

Charging time approx. 180 minutes

turns on: Charging

goes out: Charging nished

When the charging is nished, disconnect the camcorder from the computer.

NOTE

• Charging is not possible while the camcorder is turned on.

• Make sure that the computer is turned on during charging.

• The camcorder is not charged when it is shipped. Charge the camcorder before using it for

the rst time.

• If there is a trouble in charging, the charge lamp/warning lamp blinks in green. Connect the

camcorder to the computer again.

Battery Indicator 8

Blinking

Fully charged

Medium

Very low

Recharge the battery at an early opportunity.

Empty

The camcorder will turn o. Recharge the battery immediately.

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