JVC GC-PX10U Detailed User Guide

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HD MEMORY CAMERA

GC-PX10U

Detailed User Guide

LYT2382-002A

Preparations

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Further

Information

Contents

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ................... 3

Names of Parts and Functions ................. 4

Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD

Monitor ..................................................... 6

Preparations

Charging the Battery Pack ....................... 9

Using the Touch Screen ......................... 10

Clock Setting .......................................... 11

Using this Unit Overseas ........................ 12

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

Recording/Playback

Taking Still Images in Intelligent Auto Mode

................................................................ 17

Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) ............ 20

Continuous Shooting/Recording with

Varying Brightness (Bracketing) ............. 21

Adjusting Focus Manually ...................... 22

Taking Videos in Intelligent Auto Mode

................................................................ 23

Playing Back Still Images ....................... 26

Playing Back Videos .............................. 28

Checking the Exposure of Still Images

(Histogram) ............................................ 30

Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording .... 31

Shooting According to Location and

Condition ............................................... 32

Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH

PRIORITY AE/AF) .................................. 34

Manual Recording .................................. 36

Connecting to and Viewing on TV .......... 38

Editing

Capturing a Required Part in the Video

(TRIMMING) .......................................... 41

Copying Files to an SD Card .................. 42

Deleting Unwanted Files ........................ 43

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Copying to Computer ............................. 44

Using an Eye-Fi Card ............................. 45

Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)

................................................................ 46

Installing the Provided Software ............. 48

Further Information

Operating the Menu ............................... 49

Recording Menu (Still Image) ................. 50

Recording Menu (Video) ........................ 54

Playback Menu (Still Image) .................. 58

Playback Menu (Video) .......................... 58

Common Menu ...................................... 59

Troubleshooting ..................................... 61

Specifications ........................................ 68

Index ...................................................... 74

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Shoulder Strap

Caution

Be careful not to drop this unit during transportation.

Do not place the shoulder strap within the reach of young children.

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

Names of Parts and Functions

Stereo Microphone

Shoe

Enables an optional external microphone

to be attached.

LCD Monitor

L (Recording/Playback) Button

Switches between recording and

playback modes.

A / B (Video/Still Image) Button

Switches between video and still image

modes.

MENU Button

Zoom / Volume / Forward Lever (p. 17, p. 23, p. 26, p. 28)

Shoulder Strap Hook (p. 3)

START/STOP (Video Recording) Button (p. 23)

y (Continuous Shooting) Button (p. 21)

O (High-speed Recording) Button (p. 31)

SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording) Button (p. 17)

Speaker

AF Assist Beam (p. 52)

SD Card Slot (p. 14)

Tripod Mounting Hole

Battery Release Lever (p. 9)

Aperture Priority (p.36)

Shutter Speed Priority (p.37)

User Settings (p.37)

Manual (p.36)

Scene Select (p.32)

Face Priority/Touch Priority (p.34)

Align here

Intelligent Auto (p.17,p.23)

Program Auto (p.36)

Flash (p. 19)

Lens/Electric Lens Cover

Control Dial (p. 36)

EXPOSURE (Exposure) Button (p. 36)

Recording Dial (p. 17, p. 23)

ACCESS (Access) Lamp

Lights up/blinks during recording or

playback.

POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge) Lamp

Lights up: Power “ON”

Blinks: Charging in progress

Goes out: Charging finished or power

“OFF”

SET (Set) Button (p. 36)

FOCUS (Focus) Button (p. 22)

E (Flash) Button (p. 19)

M (Power) Button

Microphone Connector (p. 57)

Headphones Connector/AV Connector (p. 57, p. 39)

USB Connector (p. 44)

HDMI Mini Connector (p. 38, p. 40)

DC Connector

Selecting Recording Modes for Different Purposes (Recording Dial)

Names of Buttons and Functions on the

32 41

9 10

12 13 14 1511 16 17 18

LCD Monitor

Recording Screen (A / B)

Continuous Shooting Speed (p. 21)

Time (p. 11)

Image Stabilizer (p. 53, p. 55)

Recording Media (p. 60)

I: Built-in memory G: SD card

Battery Indicator

g h i

Shutter Speed (p. 37)

Exposure (p. 36)

Aperture (p. 36)

Manual Focus (p. 22)

Monitor Brightness (p. 59)

Still Image Recording in Progress

Backlight Compensation (p. 50)/

Touch Priority AE/AF (p. 51) Tele Macro (p. 51)

Scene Select (p. 32)

White Balance (p. 50)

Smile Shot (p. 35)

Auto REC (p. 56)

Intelligent Auto (p. 17, p. 23)

Zoom (p. 55)

Zoom Position

Memo

When G is blinking, insert an SD

card or set the recording media to “BUILT-IN MEMORY”. (p. 60)

21 3 4 75 6

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Recording Screen (B)

Playback Screen (B)

Bracketing (p. 21)

Still Image Recording (p. 17)

Image Size (p. 52)

Image Quality (p. 52)

FINE : FINE STD : STANDARD

Metering Area/Type (p. 51)

Gain (p. 53)

Display Button (p. 18)

m: Full display n: Simplified display

AF Point (p. 52)

Flash (p. 19)

Remaining Number of Shots

Self-Timer (p. 20)

Still Image Playback (p. 26)

Slideshow (p. 27)

Folder Number (p. 44)

File Number (p. 44)

Date/Time (p. 11)

Playback Media (p. 27)

I: Built-in memory G: SD card

Battery Indicator

g h i

1 2 3 54

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

9 10

Recording Screen (A)

Playback Screen (A)

Video Recording (p. 23)

Video Quality (p. 54)/

High-speed Recording (p. 31) Time-Lapse Recording (p. 56)

Gain Up (p. 55)

Display Button (p. 25)

m: Full display n: Simplified display

Time-lapse Recording Icon/Actual

Recording Time (p. 56) Wind Cut (p. 56)

Remaining Recording Time

Scene Counter

Video Playback (p. 28)

Video Quality (p. 54)/

High-speed Recorded Video (p. 31) Forward/Reverse Search Speed

Playback Operation

d: Playback i: Forward search j: Reverse search m: Reverse playback k: Forward slow-motion l: Reverse slow-motion e: Pause

Date/Time (p. 11)

Playback Media (p. 29)

I: Built-in memory G: SD card

Battery Indicator

g h i

Playback Position (Time)

Playback Position (Relative Position)

Time-lapse Recorded Video (p. 56)

Video Length (Time)

(Base)

Align here

Preparations

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining battery power is low.

Slide the switch in the direction of A and slide open the cover in the

direction of B.

Push and slide the battery in until it

clicks into place.

Align the mark on the cover with this

unit.

Charging starts and the POWER/

CHARGE appears blinking. (p. 5)

Detaching the Battery Pack

Press and hold the lever.

Slide out the battery.

Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

Slide the cover in until it clicks into place.

Connect the AC adapter to the DC connector.

Caution

If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. Charging cannot be performed while the power is turned on. Turn off the power before charging the battery. Charging time: Approx. 2 h 40 m (using supplied battery pack) The charging time is when the unit is used at 25 °C (77°F). If the battery pack is charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F), 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.

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Using the Touch Screen

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Index ScreenPlayback ScreenRecording Screen

There are two ways to operate the touch screen, namely “tap” and “drag”. The following are some examples.

Tap the displayed button (icon) or thumbnail (file) on the touch screen to make selection.

Drag the thumbnails on the touch screen to search for the desired file.

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. 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.

If you apply a protect sheet or a sticker, the touch screen may not respond smoothly.

Do not operate the touch screen using an object with a sharp or hard 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 a corner of an SD card, etc. Do not press with an object with a sharp tip or do not press hard.)

Adjusting the Touch Screen

Press the MENU button.

A B

Tap “Q”. Tap “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST”.

Tap “+”. (3 times in total)

Keep tapping “+” as its position changes with every tap.

Tap “+” again to confirm the adjusted positions. (3 times in total)

Keep tapping “+” as its position changes with every tap.

If areas on the adjustment screen other than the “+” mark are tapped, errors will occur.

In this case, try again from step 4.

Tap OK.

Setting ends and returns to the menu screen.

Clock Setting

NOYES

SET DATE/TIME!

2011JAN 1 10 00

SET

TIMEDATE

CLOCK SETTING

GMT

SAVE

CLOCK/AREA SETTING

CLOCK SETTING

CLOCK ADJUST

Press the M button to turn on the

power.

Tap “YES” when “SET DATE/

TIME!” is displayed.

Set the date and time.

When the year, month, day, hour, or

minute item is tapped, “∧” and “∨” will be displayed. Tap “∧” or “∨” 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”.

The city name and time difference are

displayed. Tap “<” or “>” to select the city name.

Memo

When using this unit overseas, you

can set it to the local time for recording. “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.

Resetting the Clock

Press the MENU button.

A B

Tap “Q”. Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.

Tap “CLOCK SETTING”.

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The subsequent setting operations

are the same as steps 3 - 5 on the left.

Further

Information

Using this Unit Overseas

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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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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

LANGUAGE

COMMON

ENGLISH

LANGUAGE

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.

Changing the Display Language

Press the MENU button.

Tap “Q”.

Tap “LANGUAGE”.

Tap to the desired language.

Setting the Clock to Local Time when

CLOCKADJUST

AREASETTING

GMT

SAVE

AREA SETTING

CLOCK ADJUST

DST SETTING

CURRENT SETTING: OFF

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)

DST SETTING

OFFON

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.

Press the MENU button.

Tap “Q”.

Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.

Tap “AREA SETTING”.

Select the area you are traveling to

and tap “SAVE”.

Setting Daylight Saving Time

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

Press the MENU button.

Tap “Q”.

Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.

Tap “DST SETTING”.

Tap “ON”.

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The city name and time difference are

displayed. Tap “<” or “>” 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, reselect the region that was set initially to restore the original clock settings.

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.

Further

Information

Inserting an SD Card

(Base)

Label

Precautions with SD Cards

Make use of an SD card with operations

confirmed. (p. 15) Turn off the power of this unit before

inserting or removing a card.

Turn off the power if it is turned on.

Open the cover.

Insert an SD card.

Removing the Card

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

To record to the card, it is necessary to

perform media settings. When no card is available, set media settings to “BUILT-IN MEMORY” for recording. REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE(p. 60) REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO(p. 60) When using an SDXC card, refer to

p. 16.

Memo

Make sure not to insert the card in the

wrong direction. It may cause damage to the unit and card. To protect the data, do not touch the

terminals of the SD card.

Close the cover.

SD Cards with Operations Confirmed

FORMAT SD CARD

COMMON

FILE + MANAGEMENT NO

FILE

FORMAT SD CARD

NOYES

MEMORY CARD?

DO YOU WANT TO FORMAT

ERASED

ALL DATA RECORDED WILL BE

Using cards from manufacturers other than those specified below may result in recording failure or data loss.

Manufacturer

Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP *1, Eye-Fi *2

VideoAClass 4 or higher compatible SD

card (2 GB), Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB), Class 4 or higher compatible SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB) (When recording with image quality “UHR”, a card of Class 6 or higher is required.)

Still Image B

SD card (256 MB to 2 GB), SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB), SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB)

Eye-Fi Eye-Fi Connect X2,

Eye-Fi Explore X2, Eye-Fi Pro X2

*1 Cards other than SDHC are not confirmed for ATP. *2 Eye-Fi is an SD memory card with wireless LAN function.

Memo

When recording to an SD card, it

takes time for still images captured by continuous shooting to be saved. UHS compatible cards, except UHS

Speed Class, may be used too.

To use SD cards that have been used on other devices

Format (initialize) the card using “FORMAT SD CARD” from “COMMON”. All data on the card will be deleted when it is formatted. Copy all files on the card to a computer before formatting.

Press the M button to turn on the power.

Press the MENU button.

B C

Tap “Q”. Tap “FORMAT SD CARD”.

Tap “FILE”.

Tap “YES”.

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To cancel, tap d.

Tap “OK”.

Further

Information

When your computer cannot recognize the SDXC card

Confirm and update the OS of your computer.

Windows XP / Windows XP SP1

Windows XP SP2 / Windows XP SP3

Windows Vista Necessary to update to SP1 or higher.

Windows Vista SP1 / Windows Vista SP2

Windows 7 Necessary to download the update software. (KB976422)

Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger / Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard

Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard

Necessary to update to SP2 or higher.

Necessary to download the update software. (KB955704)

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

Necessary to download the update software. (KB975823)

32 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx? FamilyID=2d1abe01-0942-4f8a-abb2-2ad529de00a1

64 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx? FamilyID=7d54c53f-017c-4ea5-ae08-34c3452ba315

32 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx? FamilyID=3ee91fc2-a9bc-4ee1-aca3-2a9aff5915ea

64 bit version

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx? FamilyID=73f766dd-7127-4445-b860-47084587155f

Not compatible.

Necessary to update to 10.6.5 or later.

Press halfway

TelephotoWide Angle

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Taking Still Images in Intelligent Auto Mode

You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

Press the M button to turn on the

power.

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Memo

To return to the recording mode

from the playback mode, press the SNAPSHOT button during still image playback. This unit turns on immediately if the

power button is pressed within 5 minutes after the power is turned off. (when “QUICK RESTART” is set to “HIGH SPEED 2”) 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)

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Set the recording dial to “i.AUTO”.

Press the SNAPSHOT button

halfway.

Press the SNAPSHOT button fully.

PHOTO lights up when a still image is

being captured. To check the captured still image

immediately, press and hold the SNAPSHOT button.

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.

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Memo

The following zoom options are

available:

- Optical Zoom (1 - 10x) Only optical zoom is available in the

still image recording mode.

Further

Information

Indications During Still Image Recording

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1/125

10:10

Shutter

Speed

Image

Size

Image

Quality

Time Displays the current time.

Image

Stabilizer

Recording

Media

Displays the shutter speed. (p. 37)

Displays the icon of the image size. (p. 52)

Displays the icon of the image quality. (p. 52)

Sets whether to reduce camera shake. (p. 53)

Displays the icon of the media where still images are recorded to.

Battery

Indicator

Remaining

Number of Shots

Displays the approximate remaining battery power.

Displays the remaining number of shots for still image recording.

Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording

T/W Zoom

Allows the same functions as the zoom lever to be performed.

Display

Button

m: Full display n: Simplified display

To show the simplified

display, tap m such that n is displayed. To show the full display,

tap n such that m is displayed.

Tap this to record using the self-timer. (p. 20)

Displays the approximate remaining battery power.

To turn off the display,

tap 1 or “X”.

Setting the Flash

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Change the setting with the E

button.

Capturing Yourself (Face-to-face Recording)

You can rotate the screen 180 degrees to capture images of yourself easily.

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The setting changes with every press

of the E button.

AUTO

AUTO RED-EYE

SLOW SYNCHRO

OFF

Flash fires automatically when the surrounding is dark.

Fires a pre-flash to reduce redeye effects.

Fires flash at all times.

Fires flash at all times, and slows down the shutter speed to capture both the subject and background brightly.

Flash does not fire.

Memo

During continuous shooting,

bracketing, or charging of the flash, E appears blinking. If the image is still too dark even

when flash is used, set “GAIN” to “800” or higher. (p. 53) When the recording dial is set to

“SCN”, the firing of flash will be automatically determined by this unit according to the settings.

Raise the screen in the direction as shown. To restore the screen, lower it in the opposite direction.

A B

C D E

Usage Example

Mount this unit on a tripod. Set the self-timer to “10SEC” or

“FACE DETECTION”. (p. 20) Raise the screen. Press the SNAPSHOT button. The photographer enters the frame.

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Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)

Photographer

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.

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Tap 0 to select a setting.

The setting changes with every tap of

2SEC

10SEC

FACE DETECTION

No display

Using the Face Detection Self-timer

Pressing the SNAPSHOT button starts face detection, and shooting is performed 3 seconds after another person enters the frame. This function is useful when you want to include the photographer in the group photo.

Captures a still image 2 seconds after the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

Captures a still image 10 seconds after the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

Use this function to take a group shot.

No self-timer is set.

Tap 0 until I is displayed.

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 self-timer.

The photographer enters the frame.

The shutter is released 3 seconds after

the photographer enters the frame. If shooting does not start when face

detection is used, press the SNAPSHOT button. Shooting will be performed after 10 seconds.

Memo

When shooting a photo using the

self-timer function, use of a tripod is recommended. To stop the self-timer, press the

SNAPSHOT button again. Continuous shooting is not available

when the self-timer is being used.

Continuous Shooting/Recording with

Red: Capacity for continuous shooting

Green: Capacity for saving images *Does not appear when set to M.

CANCEL

Varying Brightness (Bracketing)

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Change the setting with the y

button.

The setting changes with every press

of the y button.

Memo

Shooting speed slows down gradually as

continuous shooting goes on in the M mode. Performing continuous shooting while

video recording is in progress sets the mode to M temporarily. When the recording dial is set to “SCN”,

the setting changes from “BRACKETING” to “RECORD ONE SHOT”. Do not remove the battery pack or AC

adapter while the continuously shot images are being saved. By pressing the SNAPSHOT button

halfway in the still image mode before recording, you can reduce the occurrence of moments being missed while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed (up to 0.5 second). (NL only)

LOW SPEED

MEDIUM SPEED

HIGH SPEED

BRACKETING (B only)

No display RECORD ONE SHOT

Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. Shoots continuously until the recording media is full.

Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. Maximum number of shots:

B 100 images, A 130 images Continuous shooting speed:

B 7 images/second, A 15 images/second

Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. Maximum number of shots:

B 100 images, A 130 images Continuous shooting speed:

B 30 images/second, A 60 images/second

Records 5 images with varying brightness continuously when the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

- Normal brightness

- Dark (-0.6EV)

- Slightly dark (-0.3EV)

- Slightly bright (+0.3EV)

- Bright (+0.6EV)

Records one still image.

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Adjusting Focus Manually

Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual focusing is desired. Focused subject can be outlined in color for more precise focus by using Focus Assist. (p. 50)

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Set the recording dial to

“P,A,S,M,U,SCN”.

Press the FOCUS button.

Adjust the focus with the control dial.

E: Focuses on a distant subject.

0 0

p: Focuses on a near subject.

Press the SET button.

The focus is fixed.

Start recording.

Memo

To readjust the setting, try again from

step 3. To return to auto focus, press the

“FOCUS” button in step 5 such that E and p disappear.

A subject that is focused at the

telephoto (T) end remains in focus when it is zoomed out to the wide angle (W) end.

Taking Videos in Intelligent Auto Mode

TelephotoWide Angle

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.

Press the M button to turn on the

power.

Press the A/B button to select the

video mode.

Memo

This unit turns on immediately if the

power button is pressed within 5 minutes after the power is turned off. (when “QUICK RESTART” is set to “HIGH SPEED 2”) 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) Recording stops automatically as it

cannot be performed for 12 or more consecutive hours according to specifications. Long periods of continuous

shooting are automatically split into files of 30 minutes or up to 4 GB. Do not remove the battery pack

while recording is in progress.

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Set the recording dial to “i.AUTO”.

Start recording.

Press again to stop.

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.

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Capturing Still Images During Video

Press fully

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.

Memo

The still images captured during

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

the video mode is fixed at 3840 x 2160 (aspect ratio 16:9). For continuous shooting, refer to

p. 21. This function is not available when

dynamic or digital zoom is being used. Functions exclusive to the still

image mode, such as flash and selftimer, are not available.

Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Display

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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.

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Indications During Video Recording

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Operation Buttons for Video Recording

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Video

Quality

Time Displays the current time.

Image

Stabilizer

Recording

Media

Battery

Indicator

Remaining

Recording Time

Scene

Counter (Recorded Time)

Displays the icon of the video quality. (p. 54)

Sets whether to reduce camera shake. (p. 55)

Displays the icon of the media where videos are recorded to. (p. 60)

Displays the approximate remaining battery power.

Displays the remaining time for video recording.

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

T/W Zoom Allows the same functions

Display

Button

Recording

Start:

RecordStandby:

as the zoom lever to be performed.

m: Full display n: Simplified display

To show the simplified

display, tap m such that n is displayed. To show the full display,

tap n such that m is displayed.

Functions as the START/ STOP button.

Displays the approximate remaining battery power.

To turn off the display,

tap “X”.

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Playing Back Still Images

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You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display).

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Press the L button to select the

playback mode.

The last captured image appears.

Use the zoom lever to move to the

previous/next image.

Tap u.

The index screen appears.

Tap on the file to start playback.

Use the zoom lever to switch pages.

Tap I/J to select the media for

playback.

Tap u to return to the index screen.

The W button on the index screen is only displayed during still image playback. 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 W button.

Magnifying an Image (Playback Zoom)

Tap 2 during still image playback.

Tap on the area to magnify.

Tap 4 to zoom in.

You can perform the same operation

with the zoom lever (T). To zoom out, tap 5.

You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever (W). Tap up, down, left, or right to move the

magnified image. To cancel the setting, tap 5 repeatedly.

You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever (W).

Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback

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During Index Screen Display

Date Moves to the previous/next

</> Displays the previous index

Thumbnail

(File)

I/J

date

screen (thumbnail display)

You can perform the

same operation with the zoom lever.

Tap on thumbnail - Starts playback Drag to left/right - Scrolls to show the previous/next index screen (thumbnail display)

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

Switches between the index screen of the built-in memory and SD card

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When the buttons on the screen

disappear, tap on the screen to display them again. To hide the buttons, tap on the areas outside the buttons.

During Still Image Playback

J K

d / e d

Continuous playback of grouped files (such as still images captured by continuous shooting)

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

Reverse playback during slideshow

Starts/pauses slideshow

Normal playback during slideshow

Advances to the next still image

Displays file information such as recording date or histogram

Returns to index screen

Displays the index screen (thumbnail display) to perform deletion

Magnifies the image

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Playing Back Videos

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Press fully

Press the A/B button to select the

video mode.

Press the L button to select the

playback mode.

Tap on the file to start playback.

Tap I/J to select the media for

playback.

Tap e to pause.

Tap u to return to the index screen.

Capturing a Still Image in the Video During Playback

You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos.

During video playback, press the START/STOP button at the scene to

capture a still image.

Playback pauses.

(You can perform the same operation by tapping e on the screen.)

To continue playback, press the

START/STOP button again. (You can perform the same operation

by tapping d on the screen.) Use the zoom lever (T/W) to play back

in forward/reverse slow-motion. (You can perform the same operation

by tapping l / k on the screen.)

Press the SNAPSHOT button.

Still images are captured with a size of

“1920x1080”. Captured still images are stored in the

media where the video is being played back from.

Operation Buttons for Video Playback

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During Index Screen Display

Date Moves to the previous/next

</> Displays the previous index

Thumbnail

(File)

I/J

date

screen (thumbnail display)

You can perform the

same operation with the zoom lever.

Tap on thumbnail - Starts playback Drag to left/right - Scrolls to show the previous/next index screen (thumbnail display)

Displays the index screen (thumbnail display) to perform deletion

Switches between the index screen of the built-in memory and SD card

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When the buttons on the screen

disappear, tap on the screen to display them again. To hide the buttons, tap on the areas outside the buttons.

During Video Playback

Timeline

Bar

Pointer Displays the current

j l

d / e

i k

Tap on a random position - Moves to the tapped position Drag playback point to the left or right - Starts playback from the new position

estimated playback position within the scene

Returns to the beginning of the scene

Reverse search

Reverse slow-motion/Press and hold to start reverse slow playback

Playback/pause

Forward search

Forward slow-motion/Press and hold to start slow playback

Advances to the next video

Displays file information such as recording date when tapped while the video is paused

Stop (returns to index screen)

Displays the index screen (thumbnail display) to perform deletion

Volume adjustment Volume can also be adjusted using the zoom lever during playback.

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Checking the Exposure of Still Images (Histogram)

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Recording Information

Horizontal axis: Exposure

Vertical axis: Number of pixels

Histogram

BrightDark

About the Histogram

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Play back a still image. (p. 26)

Tap 1 2 times.

The histogram appears.

Tap 1 again.

The histogram disappears.

A still image with an evenly-distributed graph indicates balanced exposure.

If the pixels tend toward the right side, the

image is too bright (overexposed).

If the pixels tend toward the left side, the

image is too dark (underexposed).

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Perform the following operations if the amount of exposure is inappropriate.

For manual correction, press the

EXPOSURE button (p. 36). For automatic correction, set the

recording dial to “i.AUTO”.

Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording

High-speed Recording Icon

HI-SPEED

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.

Press the A/B button to select the

video mode.

Press the O button.

Start recording.

Returning to Normal Recording

Press the O button again such that the

high-speed recording icon O disappears.

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The playback time is 5 times of the

actual recorded time. (Example: If the recorded time is 1 minute, the playback time will be 5 minutes.) Videos are recorded at a size of

“ 640x360/60p” regardless of the “VIDEO QUALITY” setting (p. 54). To record slow-moving scenes

such as the blooming of a flower, set to “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING” in the menu. (p. 56) Images may appear grainier than

other videos due to the low resolution for recording. Audio sound is not recorded

together with the video. As images may appear darker than

usual, it is recommended that a tripod be used, and recording be performed in a bright location with the subject magnified as much as possible.

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Recording starts at a speed of 300

frames in 1 second. Press the START/STOP button again

to stop recording.

Further

Information

Shooting According to Location and Condition

PORTRAIT

SCENE MODE

SPORTS

SCENE MODE

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Set the recording dial to “SCN”.

The current setting appears.

Press the SET button.

Tap the appropriate scene.

Tap “∧” or “∨” to move upward or

downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu.

Start recording.

A list of scene modes is displayed.

Setting Effect

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

SOFT SKIN Captures one’s skin beautifully.

LANDSCAPE Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image.

LANDSCAPE & PORTRAIT

NIGHT (*) Captures night scenes naturally.

NIGHT & PORTRAIT (*) (B only)

NIGHTALIVE (*) Captures the subject without using flash by increasing

SNOW Prevents the subject from appearing too dark when recording

BEACH Prevents the subject from appearing too dark when recording

SPORTS Captures fast-moving subjects clearly in every single frame.

SPOTLIGHT (*) Prevents the human subject from appearing too bright under

FIREWORKS (*) Captures the scene of fireworks illuminating the night sky.

SUNSET Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.

Focuses on both the subject and background when the zoom lever is set to the wide angle (W) end.

Uses flash so that a person appears clearly while capturing the night scene in the background vividly.

sensitivity when the surrounding is dark.

snow scenes on a sunny day.

on a sunny beach and reproduces the blue color of the sky and sea naturally.

light.

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* It is recommended to use a tripod when recording still images to prevent camera shake. If continuous shooting is performed, the speed will be set to M. (p. 21) It is also recommended to use a tripod when recording videos using “NIGHTALIVE” to prevent camera shake.

For “PORTRAIT”, “SOFT SKIN”, “NIGHT & PORTRAIT”, and “SPORTS”, flash

may be fired according to the brightness. For other scenes, no flash will be fired.

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Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

VIDEO

OFF

AREA SELECT

COLOR TRACKING

FACE TRACKING

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF

PRIORITY AE/AF)

“TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position.

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Set the recording dial to P.

P appears on the screen, and frames

appear around the faces of the subjects. Up to 16 frames may be displayed.

Press the MENU button.

Tap “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF”.

Tap the desired setting.

Tap on the subject.

Focus and brightness will be adjusted

automatically based on the tapped position (face/color/area).

Start recording.

Recording starts with focus and

brightness automatically adjusted based on the conditions within the frame.

Setting Details

OFF Deactivates the function.

FACE TRACKING

COLOR TRACKING

AREA SELECT

e 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).

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

g 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.

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SMILE LEVEL

IMAGE

SMILE SHOT

IMAGE

To reset, tap the desired position

(face/color/area) again. When “FACE TRACKING” is set,

some faces may not be detected depending on the shooting environment. If faces are not detected after step 5, the camera returns to the condition in step 2. If appropriate results cannot be

obtained when “FACE TRACKING” is set, set the recording dial to “SCN” and make a selection from “PORTRAIT”, “SOFT SKIN”, “LANDSCAPE & PORTRAIT”, “NIGHT & PORTRAIT”, etc. When “COLOR TRACKING” is set,

the targeted subject (color) may change if similar colors are detected. In this case, tap on the subject again. The targeted subject (color) may also be tracked back again if it appears in the center of the screen within a specific time. Depending on the shooting

environment, subjects may not be tracked successfully even when “COLOR TRACKING” is set. Settings are canceled when zoom

operation is performed. (“AREA SELECT” only) Tap on the subject again. 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.

Tap “SMILE LEVEL”.

Tap “ON”.

Smile levels are displayed in numerical

values. (Up to 3) To turn off the display, set “SMILE

LEVEL” to “OFF”.

Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)

“SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile.

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Press the MENU button.

Tap “SMILE SHOT”.

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Displaying the Smile Level

This item is only displayed when “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”.

Press the A/B button to select the

still image mode.

Press the MENU button.

Tap “ON”.

A still image is automatically captured

when smiles are detected.

Further

Information

Manual Recording

SET Button

EXPOSURE Button

Control Dial

Recording Dial

F2.8

Correcting the Exposure (Brightness) (Program Auto)

By adjusting the exposure, aperture and shutter speed will also be automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the subject.

Set the recording dial to “P”.

The exposure will be corrected

automatically.

Correcting the Exposure

Manually

Press the EXPOSURE button.

Change the value with the control dial

and press the SET button.

Adjusting Aperture and Shutter Speed Simultaneously (Manual)

By adjusting the aperture and shutter speed, the exposure (brightness) will be set automatically.

Set the recording dial to “M”.

Change the shutter speed value with the control dial and press the SET

button.

Change the aperture value with the control dial and press the SET

button.

Memo

Appropriate exposure may not be set

even after adjusting the aperture and shutter speed.

Adjusting the Aperture (Aperture Priority)

Shutter speed will be automatically adjusted, and appropriate exposure will be set.

Set the recording dial to “A”.

Change the value with the control

dial.

Correcting the Exposure

Press the EXPOSURE button.

Change the value with the control dial

and press the SET button.

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When the aperture value is smaller,

the background becomes blurrer and subjects appear clearer.

Adjusting the Shutter Speed (Shutter Speed

1/4000

VIDEO

USER DIAL

CLOUD

AUTO

MWB

FINE

Priority)

Aperture will be automatically adjusted, and appropriate exposure will be set.

Set the recording dial to “S”.

Change the value with the control

dial.

Correcting the Exposure

Press the EXPOSURE button.

Change the value with the control dial

and press the SET button.

Memo

When the shutter speed value is

smaller, fast-moving subjects can be captured without blurring. When the shutter speed is set to

1/160 or higher in the still image mode, no flash will be fired. (E appears blinking.)

Tap “USER DIAL”.

Select the desired function.

Functions that can be selected

- SHUTTER SPEED

- APERTURE

- WHITE BALANCE

- GAIN (B mode only)

- GAIN UP (A mode only) Perform the following operations if

“SHUTTER SPEED” or “APERTURE” is selected. Tap “MANUAL”, then select a setting with “∧” or “∨”, and tap “SET”.

Tap to select a setting.

Example: White Balance

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Saving Settings of Frequently Used Functions (User Settings)

You can save and reproduce the same settings easily if the same values are used repeatedly during adjustments of aperture, shutter speed, etc. Settings can be saved separately for videos and still images in user settings (U) of the recording dial.

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Press the MENU button.

To set other items, repeat steps 4 -

Tap L to exit the menu.

Set the recording dial to “U”.

Further

Information

Connecting to and Viewing on TV

AC Adapter To AC Outlet

HDMI

HDMI Mini Cable (Optional) *

To DC Connector

To HDMI Mini Connector

Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector

If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI connector.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.

Connect to a TV.

Press the M button to turn off the power of this unit.

* Use a High Speed HDMI mini cable.

Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Press the external input button on the TV to switch to the input from this unit via the

connected connector.

Play back a file.

Unnatural Displays on TV

Images do not appear on the TV properly.

- Disconnect the HDMI mini cable and connect it again.

- Turn off and on this unit again. Images are projected horizontally on the TV.

- Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.

Connecting via the AV Connector

AC Adapter To AC Outlet

Audio Input (R)

Audio Input (L)

Video Input

AV Cable (Provided)

To DC Connector

To 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.

Press the M button to turn off the power of this unit.

Connect the AC adapter to this unit.

Press the external input button on the TV to switch to the input from this unit via the

connected connector.

Play back a file.

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Unnatural Displays on TV

Images are projected vertically on the TV.

- Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “COMMON” menu to “4:3”. (p. 60)

Further

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Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI

Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CECenabled TV using the HDMI cable allows linked operations with the TV to be performed.

HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics

Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMICEC compliant devices that are connected via HDMI cables.

Preparations

Connect an HDMI cable between this unit

and the TV. 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”.

Operation Method 1

Turn on this unit.

Select the playback mode.

Connect the HDMI 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.

Memo

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 the TV.) Unintended operations may occur

with some connected devices. In these cases, set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.

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STOP

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A 0:00:23

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TRIMMING

STOP

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A 0:00:23 B 0:12:34

0:12:34

TRIMMING

SET

STOP

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Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING)

Press the A/B button to select the

video mode.

Press the L button to select the

playback mode.

Press the MENU button.

Tap “TRIMMING”.

Tap the video to edit.

Tap e to pause playback at the

desired start point, then tap “A”.

Tap e to pause playback at the

desired end point, then tap “B”.

When “B” is tapped, the end point is

set.

Tap “SET”.

When “SET” is tapped, the trimming

area is confirmed.

Tap “YES”.

After copying, tap “OK”.

When copying finishes, the copied file

is added to the index screen.

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The division point may deviate

slightly from the selected scene.

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When “A” is tapped, the start point is

set.

After setting the start point, tap d to continue playback.

Further

Information

Copying Files to an SD Card

COPY

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QUANTITY:

QUIT

SET

XX

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REL ALLSEL ALL

QUANTITY:

QUIT

SET

XX

NOYES

START COPY?

COPY QUANTITY:

COPY

XX

Make sure that there is enough space left in the destination medium.

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Press the L button to select the

playback mode.

Press the MENU button.

Tap “COPY”.

Tap on the files to copy.

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.

“SET” is deactivated when no file is

selected.

Tap “SET”.

Tap “YES”.

Copying starts.

After copying, tap “OK”.

Caution

Videos and still images in the SD

card cannot be copied to the built-in memory.

Deleting Unwanted Files

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REL ALL

SEL ALL

DELETE

SET

REL ALLSEL ALL

DELETE

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RETURN

QUITEXECUTE

DELETE?

REMAINING SCENES:XX

Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. Deleted files cannot be restored.

Press the A/B button to select the

video or still image mode.

Press the L button to select the

playback mode.

Tap A.

Tap on the files to 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. 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”.

Tap “EXECUTE” to confirm the

deletion.

After deleting is complete, tap “OK”.

To cancel the deletion, tap “QUIT”.

Deleting the Currently Displayed

File

Tap A, then tap “YES”.

Protecting Files

Tap “PROTECT/CANCEL” in the

menu. Tap on the files to protect or release

protection of.

P appears on the selected files.

To remove P from a file, tap on the file again.

Tap “SET” to complete the setting.

Protect marks I appear on the selected files.

Protect marks I disappear from the deselected files.

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AC Adapter To AC Outlet

Computer

USB Cable (Provided)

DCUSB

USB

[JVCCAM_MEM]

[JVCCAM_SD]

[DCIM] [100JVCSO]

[101JVCSO] [102JVCSO]

…

PIC_0001.JPG PIC_0002.JPG PIC_0003.MP4 PIC_0004.MP4

…

(Built-In Memory)

(SD Card)

(Folder Number)

(Video File)

(Still Image File)

Computer

Copying to Computer

Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the computer’s hard disk (HDD).

Connect the USB cable and the AC

adapter.

Turn on this unit.

The built-in memory and SD card of this

unit appear on the computer.

Double-click the built-in memory (JVCCAM_MEM) or SD card

(JVCCAM_SD) of this unit on the computer.

Windows: Displayed in “Computer” (or

“My Computer”) Mac Computer: Displayed on the

desktop (or the Finder sidebar)

Copy the folders and files (videos and still images) in the “DCIM” folder

to the computer.

When the folders or files are deleted/

moved/renamed in the computer, they cannot be played back on this unit anymore.

Disconnecting this Unit from Computer

Click “Safely Remove Hardware and

Eject Media” (8).

Click “Safely Remove USB Mass

Storage Device”.

(For Windows Vista) Click “OK”.

Disconnect the USB cable from the

computer.

Disconnecting from Mac

Computer

Drag and drop the “JVCCAM_MEM”

and “JVCCAM_SD” icons on the desktop to the trash bin. (Alternatively, click P on the Finder sidebar.)

Disconnect the USB cable from the

computer.

Memo

When your computer cannot

recognize the SDXC card, confirm and update the OS. (p. 16)

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Eye-Fi is an SD memory card with wireless LAN function. Using an Eye-Fi card, you can transfer videos and still images to a computer or the web. (A broadband wireless LAN environment is required.) Use of Eye-Fi card may be illegal and prohibited in countries and regions where it has not been approved by competent authorities. Please contact Eye-Fi support for the details of approved countries and regions.

Make settings on the Eye-Fi card

with Eye-Fi Center.

For how to install and operate the Eye-

Fi Center, refer to its instruction manual.

Insert the Eye-Fi card into the SD

card slot of this unit. (p. 14)

Turn on the power and display the index screen in the playback mode.

(p. 26, p. 28)

Tap the playback media and set it to SD card (Eye-Fi card). (p. 27,

p. 29)

The playback media icon changes to

Eye-Fi card.

Transferring Selected Files

Connect Eye-Fi card to the computer,

and set the provided software such that only selected files will be transferred (select and transfer mode).

Add I marks to the files to transfer using “PROTECT/CANCEL” in the menu of this unit. (p. 43)

When transferring is ready to start, only

files with the I marks will be transferred.

Memo

Recorded videos and still images

are automatically transferred. (The files already transferred earlier are not transferred again.)

M: Identifying the Eye-Fi card O: Ready for transfer from the Eye-

Fi card O: Transferring from the Eye-Fi

card (animated) You cannot transfer video files

larger than 2 GB. (as of June, 2011) It is not possible to identify the files

that have been transferred and those that have not from the screen of this unit. Files cannot be transferred in the

recording mode. Switch to the playback mode after recording. If it doesn’t operate properly, first

make use of Eye-Fi Helper to confirm that the settings of the EyeFi card are correct. In addition, try the data transfer by inserting the Eye-Fi card into other equipment such as a computer. You cannot transfer files during the

recording mode, editing and formatting of the card. Transfer may take long or be

interrupted depending on the connection conditions. We recommend using the AC

adapter when transferring files of large size. Do not use the camcorder in places

where wireless use is prohibited such as on a plane. For the latest information on the

Eye-Fi card, refer to the website of Eye-Fi, Inc. http://www.eye.fi/

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Further

Information

Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)

Right-click on “Computer” (or “My Computer”) in the “Start” menu and select “Properties” to check the following items.

Windows Vista/Windows 7

Windows XP

OS Windows Vista 32/64-bit

CPU Intel Core 2 Duo CPU 2 GHz or higher

RAM At least 2 GB At least 2 GB

Windows Vista/Windows 7 Windows XP

Windows XP Home Basic or Home Premium (Pre-installed versions only) Service Pack 2

Home Edition or Professional

(Pre-installed versions only) Service

Pack 3 Windows 7 32/64-bit Home Premium (Pre-installed versions only)

Intel Core 2 Duo CPU 2 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo CPU 3 GHz or higher, or Intel Core 2 Quad CPU 2 GHz or higher recommended. Required for 1080/60p playback and editing.)

(Intel Core 2 Duo CPU 3 GHz or

higher, or Intel Core 2 Quad CPU 2

GHz or higher recommended.

Required for 1080/60p playback and

editing.)

Operating Conditions for Graphics

Intel G45 or higher NVIDIA GeForce 8000 series or higher (except 8800GTX, 8300) ATI Radeon HD2000 series or higher (except 2900)

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If your computer does not meet the system requirements, operations of the

provided software cannot be guaranteed. Graphic cards with H.264 video playback support functions are supported.

(except Windows XP) For multi-touch operations, Windows 7 and a multi-touch display are required.

For more information, contact your computer’s manufacturer.

For more information on the operating conditions, refer to the support page.

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Windows Vista Home Premium / Windows 7

Perform editing using the provided

software LoiLoScope FX, and create the DVD Video with Windows DVD

Maker. Windows XP / Windows Vista Home Basic

Use a commercially available DVD

making software.

Caution

Videos and still images cannot be dubbed via USB connection to a DVD writer,

DVD recorder, or Blu-ray recorder.

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For details on how to use

LoiLoScope FX, refer to the help file. Files cannot be saved to DVD

Video in HD quality. They will be saved in standard quality.

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Installing the Provided Software

Load the provided CD-ROM into

your computer.

Windows Vista / Windows 7

Click “LoiLoScope FX Install and

User Guide” in the auto play dialog box.

Click “Continue” on the user

account control screen.

“Software Setup” appears after a

while. If it doesn’t appear, double-click

the CD-ROM icon in “Computer”.

Windows XP

Go to step 2.

Click “LoiLoScope FX”.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

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To view the “Detailed User Guide”,

click “Detailed User Guide” in step 2. For details on how to use

LoiLoScope FX, refer to the help file. You can also refer to the support page. http://loilo.tv/product/15

Copying to Mac Computer

You can play back and edit videos and still images using Apple’s iMovie’11 (video) or iPhoto (still image).

For the latest information on iMovie or

iPhoto, refer to the Apple website. For details on how to use iMovie or

iPhoto, refer to the help file of the respective softwares. There is no guarantee that the operations

will work with all computer environments.

DIS

VIDEO

ON(A.I.S.)

OFF

DIS

LANGUAGE

COMMON

ENGLISH

LANGUAGE

Further Information

Operating the Menu

Press the MENU button.

The menu differs according to the

mode in use.

Tap the desired menu.

Tap the desired setting.

Operating the Common Menu

Press the MENU button.

Tap “Q”.

Tap the desired menu.

Tap the desired setting.

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To exit the screen

Tap “L” (quit).

To return to the previous screen

Tap “J” (return).

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To return all the settings to their

default values, select “FACTORY PRESET” in the common menu. (p. 60)

Further

Information

Recording Menu (Still Image)

Setting

(Position of Recording

Dial)

FOCUS ASSIST (M, S, A, P, U, SCN)

FOCUS ASSIST COLOR (M, S, A, P, U, SCN)

WHITE BALANCE (M, S, A, P)

BACKLIGHT COMP. (S, A, P)

Focused subject is outlined in color for more precise focus.

Adjust the focus with the control dial.

E: Focuses on a distant subject.

0 0

p: Focuses on a near subject.

Press SET to confirm.

The image becomes black and white while the outline of

the focused object is displayed in the selected color. Change outline color if it becomes difficult to see.

Sets the color of the outline of a focused object when Focus Assist is used.

qRED: Outlines the focused object in red. rGREEN: Outlines the focused object in green. sBLUE: Outlines the focused object in blue.

GAUTO: Adjusts automatically to the natural colors.

jMWB: Use this when the problem of unnatural colors is not resolved.

RFINE: Set this when shooting outdoors on a sunny day. QCLOUD: Set this when shooting on a cloudy day or inside a

shade. SHALOGEN: Set this when shooting under illumination such as a video light. TFLUORESCENT 1: Set this to shoot naturally under a neutral white fluorescent lamp. UFLUORESCENT 2: Set this to shoot naturally under a daylight fluorescent lamp.

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 j lights up.

fOFF: Deactivates the function. eON: Corrects the image when the subject appears dark due

to backlight.

Details

Setting

(Position of Recording

Dial)

METERING AREA/ TYPE (M, S, A, P, U)

TELE MACRO (M, S, A, P, U)

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/ AF (P)

SMILE SHOT (P)

SMILE LEVEL (P)

Details

XMULTI-PATTERN Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen to achieve the optimum level. VSPOT Adjusts the brightness in the center of the screen to achieve the optimum level. WCENTER-WEIGHTED Adjusts the brightness in the center of the screen and the surrounding area to achieve the optimum level.

Enables close-up shots when using the telephoto (T) end of the zoom. fOFF: 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. eON: Enables close-up shots up to 60 cm at the telephoto (T) end. Enables close-up shots up to 5 cm at the wide angle (W) end.

When you are not taking close-up shots, set “TELE

MACRO” to “OFF”. Otherwise, the image may be blur.

fOFF: Adjusts focus and brightness based on a selected face automatically. bFACE TRACKING: Adjusts focus and brightness based on a specified face. (p. 34) cCOLOR TRACKING: Adjusts focus and brightness based on a specified color. (p. 34) aAREA SELECT: Adjusts focus and brightness based on a specified area. (p. 34)

fOFF: Deactivates the function. eON: Automatically captures a still image upon detection of

a smile. (p. 35)

When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “COLOR

TRACKING” or “AREA SELECT”, “SMILE SHOT” does not work.

fOFF: Does not display smile levels. eON: Displays smile levels (%) beside the detected smiling

faces. (p. 35)

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Setting

(Position of Recording

Dial)

IMAGE SIZE

IMAGE QUALITY

AF POINT (M, S, A, P, U)

AF ASSIST BEAM

AF MOVEMENT (M, S, A, P, U, SCN)

Details

w4000x3000(12M)

g2976x2232(6.6M) d1600x1200(1.9M) r640x480(0.3M)

v4000x2248(9M)

f2976x1672(4.9M) e1920x1080(2M)

The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio may

be cut off when printed.

kFINE: Enables recording in high picture quality. The number of recordable shots is lesser. jSTANDARD: Enables recording in standard quality. The number of recordable shots is more.

ZMULTI: Performs auto focus and displays a frame around the focused area. YSELECT: Performs auto focus at the specified area.

When “SELECT” is selected, 9 frames to specify the area to

focus will be displayed. Tap on the desired area to focus.

fOFF: Turns off the assist beam. eON: Turns on the assist beam when the SNAPSHOT button

is pressed halfway, and turns it off when focus is fixed.

Beam is turned off in manual focus.

Beam may not turn on depending on the surrounding

brightness.

mSINGLE AF: For shooting stationary objects. (Focus is usually fixed and adjustment starts when the SNAPSHOT is pressed halfway) lCONTINUOUS AF: For normal shootings. (Focus is usually adjusted automatically and becomes fixed when the SNAPSHOT button is pressed halfway) nFULL-TIME AF: For shooting moving objects. (Focus is usually adjusted automatically)

Setting

(Position of Recording

GAIN (M, S, A, P)

DIS

AUTO REC

GRID (linked to video mode)

USER DIAL Saves the settings of shutter speed, aperture, white balance,

Dial)

GAUTO: Adjusts the ISO level automatically according to the brightness of the subject.

oISO100: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO100 film pISO200: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO200 film qISO400: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO400 film sISO800: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO800 film tISO1600: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO1600 film uISO3200: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO3200 film vISO6400: Uses a sensitivity equivalent to ISO6400 film

The flash cannot be used when “ISO6400” is set.

The higher the ISO level, the grainier the image becomes

due to noise.

0OFF: Deactivates image stabilizer. 1ON: Reduces camera shake under normal shooting

conditions.

Image stabilization starts when the SNAPSHOT button is

pressed halfway. 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.

fOFF: Deactivates the function. wRECORD ONE SHOT: Records automatically by detecting the subject. xCONTINUOUS SHOOTING: Performs continuous shooting for 3 seconds about 1 second before the subject is detected. (fixed at medium speed)

Recording starts each time a subject is detected.

A frame appears on the screen, and the subject is detected

based on the changes in brightness within the frame. As such, recording may also start due to changes in brightness that are not caused by the subject (reflection of light, etc.). Digital zoom, self-timer, and image stabilizer are not

available. Shutter speed, aperture, and brightness cannot be adjusted.

fOFF: Turns off grid display. eON: Displays gridlines to make it easier to detect when the

subject appears slanted.

Hold this unit such that the subject is parallel to the grid so

that it can be recorded without appearing slanted. The grid will not be recorded.

and gain so that recording can be performed with the same values by simply setting the recording dial to “U”. (p. 37)

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Recording Menu (Video)

Setting

(Position of Recording

FOCUS ASSIST (M, S, A, P, U, SCN)

FOCUS ASSIST COLOR (M, S, A, P, U, SCN)

WHITE BALANCE (M, S, A, P)

BACKLIGHT COMP. (S, A, P)

TELE MACRO (M, S, A, P, U)

ZEBRA (M, S, A, P, U)

TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF(P)

VIDEO QUALITY

Dial)

For details, refer to “FOCUS ASSIST” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 50)

For details, refer to “FOCUS ASSIST COLOR” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 50)

For details, refer to “WHITE BALANCE” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 50)

For details, refer to “BACKLIGHT COMP.” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 50)

For details, refer to “TELE MACRO” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 51)

fOFF: Deactivates the function. u70%: Sections that are close to be over-exposed are

displayed in striped pattern. t100%: Sections that are over-exposed are displayed in striped pattern.

Correct the brightness such that the striped pattern

disappears by using the shutter speed or aperture priority setting function.

For details, refer to “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 51)

8HD 1080/60p(UHR): Enables recording in the best picture quality.

6HD 1080/60p(HR): Enables recording in high picture quality. 5HD 720/60p: Enables recording in standard quality. 7iFrame: Set this when using Apple’s iMovie ’11. (540/30p)

Details

Setting

(Position of Recording

ZOOM Zoom ratio varies according to the video quality.

DIS

GAIN UP (M, S, A, P)

Dial)

VIDEO QUALITY : HD 1080/60p(UHR), HD 1080/60p(HR)

210x/OPTICAL: 1 - 10x 319(18)x/DYNAMIC: 11 - 19x* 464x/DIGITAL: 20 - 64x

* Up to 18x when DIS is set to ON(A.I.S.). VIDEO QUALITY : HD 720/60p

210x/OPTICAL: 1 - 10x 327x/DYNAMIC: 11 - 27x 464x/DIGITAL: 28 - 64x

“ZOOM” is not available when video quality is set to

“iFrame”. All zoom options come with an optical zoom of up to 10x.

Dynamic zoom is available even when “64x/DIGITAL” is

selected. When digital zoom is used, the picture quality may drop.

While dynamic zoom also involves digital processing, the picture quality does not drop like in digital zoom.

0OFF: Deactivates image stabilizer. 1ON: Reduces camera shake under normal shooting

conditions. ION(A.I.S.): Reduces camera shake more effectively when shooting bright scenes on the wide angle end.

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(A.I.S.)” is set, the maximum zoom ratio of

dynamic zoom is reduced.

fOFF: Deactivates the function. D+6dB: Brightens the subject in dark places (amount of

increase: very small) E+12dB: Brightens the subject in dark places (amount of increase: small) F+18dB: Brightens the subject in dark places (amount of increase: medium) GAGC: Brightens the subject in dark places (amount of increase: big) HAUTO: Brightens the subject in dark places (amount of increase: very big)

When “AUTO” is set, a shutter speed of 1/30 (auto slow)

will be used in dark places. As such, movements of the subject may become unnatural.

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Setting

(Position of Recording

TIME-LAPSE RECORDING

AUTO REC

WIND CUT

GRID (linked to still image mode)

USER DIAL Saves the settings of shutter speed, aperture, white balance,

Dial)

fOFF: Deactivates the function. A1SEC INTERVAL: Takes a frame at 1-second intervals. B5SEC INTERVAL: Takes a frame at 5-second intervals. C40SEC INTERVAL: Takes a frame at 40-second intervals.

During time-lapse recording, video quality is set to “HD

1080/60p(UHR)” temporarily. This function enables the changes of a scene that occur

slowly over a long period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval. Audio sound cannot be recorded and zooming is not

available. When recording is stopped with the recorded time less than

“0:00:00:17”, the video will not be saved. Recording stops automatically 99 hours after it is started.

Make use of a tripod and AC adapter for time-lapse

recordings with long intervals.

fOFF: Deactivates the function. eON: Records automatically by detecting the subject.

Recording starts each time a subject is detected.

A frame appears on the screen, and the subject is detected

time-lapse recording are not available. Shutter speed, aperture, and brightness cannot be adjusted.

fOFF: Deactivates the function. eON: Reduces the noise caused by wind.

For details, refer to “GRID” in the recording menu (still image). (p. 53)

and gain up so that recording can be performed with the same values by simply setting the recording dial to “U”. (p. 37)

Details

Setting

(Position of Recording

MIC LEVEL

MIC LEVEL SETTING

HEADPHONE VOL. ADJ. Turns up or down the volume of headphones.

Dial)

fOFF: Hides the display. eON: Shows the display of microphone input level.

Appropriate volume can be set by adjusting “MIC LEVEL

SETTING” such that the display does not turn red.

N +2: Increases the microphone input level. M +1: Increases the microphone input level slightly. J 0: The microphone input level is not changed. K -1: Decreases the microphone input level slightly. L -2: Decreases the microphone input level.

When connected to an external microphone, the sensitivity

of the microphone can be adjusted.

Tap “+” or “-” on the screen.

Adjustments can be made using the zoom lever during

playback. Setting can be made in advance before connecting the

headphones.

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Playback Menu (Still Image)

Setting Details

COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. (p. 42)

PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. (p. 43)

When using an Eye-Fi card, this item can be used to specify

the files to transfer. (p. 45)

Playback Menu (Video)

Setting Details

COPY Copies files from the built-in memory to the SD card. (p. 42)

PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. (p. 43)

TRIMMING Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video

K2 TECHNOLOGY

When using an Eye-Fi card, this item can be used to specify

the files to transfer. (p. 45)

file. (p. 41)

fOFF: Plays back the sounds as recorded in a video file. eON: Improves and plays back clearly the small or high-

pitched sounds that cannot be heard easily during recording.

Common Menu

Setting Details

CLOCK ADJUST Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using

DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the order of year, month, day and the time display format

LANGUAGE The language on the display can be changed.

MONITOR BRIGHTNESS

AUTO POWER OFF

OPERATION SOUND

QUICK RESTART

TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST

this unit overseas.

Clock Setting (p. 11)

Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling (p. 13)

Setting Daylight Saving Time (p. 13)

(24H/12H).

R4: Sets the monitor to the brightest. Q3: Sets the monitor to standard brightness. P2: Sets the monitor to slightly dark. O1: Sets the monitor to the darkest.

GAUTO: Sets the brightness automatically to 4 when using outdoors and to 3 when using indoors.

Upon moving outdoors, “LCDcJ” is displayed for about 3

seconds and J appears blinking. Upon moving indoors, “LCDcK” is displayed for about 3

seconds and K appears blinking.

fOFF: Power is not turned off even if this unit is not operated for 5 minutes. eON: Turns off the power (when using battery) or sets to the standby mode (when using AC adapter) if this unit is not operated for 5 minutes.

fOFF: Does not produce sound during operation or when the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. USHUTTER: Produces sound when the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. VALL: Produces sound during operation and when the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

fOFF: Deactivates the function. SHIGH SPEED 1: Helps to save battery life. (Zoom position

changes when the power is turned off.) THIGH SPEED 2: Enables this unit to turn on immediately when the power button is pressed within 5 minutes after the power is turned off.

Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. (p. 10)

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Setting Details

UPDATE Updates the functions of this unit to the latest version. For

FACTORY PRESET Restarts the unit and returns all settings to their default values.

DISPLAY ON TV

VIDEO OUTPUT

HDMI OUTPUT

HDMI CONTROL

REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE

REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO

FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. FILE: Deletes all files on the built-in memory.

FORMAT SD CARD Deletes all files on the SD card.

ERASE ALL DATA Execute this process when disposing of this unit or passing it to

details, refer to the JVC homepage. (When no program to update the software of this unit is available, nothing will be provided on the homepage.)

(except “CLOCK ADJUST”)

fOFF: Does not display icons and date/time on TV. eON: Displays the icons and date/time that appear on the

screen of this unit on TV.

X4:3: Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3). Y16:9: Select this when connecting to a widescreen TV (16:9).

GAUTO: It is recommended to select “AUTO” usually.

W480p: Select this when the video is not output in “AUTO” correctly.

When a 1080p compatible TV is connected via the HDMI

cable, the optimum image (1080p signal) can be output by setting to “AUTO”.

fOFF: Turns off linked operations. eON: Sets whether to link operations with an HDMI-CEC

compliant TV. (p. 40) IBUILT-IN MEMORY: Records still images to this unit’s built-

in memory.

GSD CARD: Records still images to the SD card. IBUILT-IN MEMORY: Records videos to this unit’s built-in

memory. GSD CARD: Records videos to the SD card.

FILE + MANAGEMENT NO: Deletes all files on the built-in memory and resets the folder number to “100”.

Not available for selection when no SD card is inserted.

another person.

Repeat the process to make data restoration even more

difficult. Connect the AC adapter when erasing all data on the built-

in memory. Erasing cannot be performed if the AC adapter is not connected.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter problems with this unit, check the following before requesting service.

1 Refer to “Trouble” below. 2 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, reset the unit.

Turn off the power.

Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them, and

turn on this unit.

3 If the above do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC

service Center.

Trouble

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The computer cannot

Card

recognize the SDXC card.

Unable to turn on the power.

Power

The POWER/CHARGE lamp appears blinking.

Recording cannot be performed.

Digital zoom does not

Recording

work.

Make sure not to insert the card in the

wrong direction.

Confirm and update the OS of your

computer.

Be sure to use an original AC adapter.

Recharge the battery pack.

The battery pack is being charged.

Check the A/B button.

Press the L button to select the recording mode.

Set “ZOOM” in the menu to “64x/

DIGITAL”. Digital zoom is not available in the still

image mode and when video quality is set to “iFrame”.

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The focus is not adjusted automatically.

Wipe the lens with a lens cleaning cloth.

Set the focus from manual to auto.

If you are recording in a dark place or a

subject that has no contrast between dark and light, adjust the focus manually.

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Recording stops automatically.

The recorded subject is too dark.

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The recorded subject is too bright.

The color looks strange. (Too bluish, too reddish, etc.)

The subject appears distorted.

Turn off this unit, wait for a while, and

turn it on again. (This unit stops automatically to protect the circuit when the temperature rises.) Recording stops automatically after 12

hours of continuous recording.

For videos, use “GAIN UP” in the menu.

For still images, set “GAIN” in the menu

to “800”. For still images, use the flash.

Set the recording dial to “SCN” and use

“NIGHTALIVE”. (For still images, “NIGHT” is also effective.) Use backlight compensation when the

background is bright and the subject is dark. Set the exposure (brightness) to the “+”

side.

Set “BACKLIGHT COMP.” to “OFF”.

Set the recording dial to “SCN” and use

“SPOTLIGHT”. Set the exposure (brightness) to the “-”

side.

Adjust the setting of “WHITE

BALANCE” in the menu.

- Select an appropriate setting according to the light source.

- Select “MWB” and adjust accordingly.

As this unit uses a CMOS image sensor,

subjects may appear distorted when they move across the screen quickly, but this is not a malfunction.

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Flickering and horizontal stripes appear under fluorescent lights.

White spots are captured on the image.

This is a feature of the CMOS sensor

and not a malfunction.

White, round spots may be captured

due to reflection of the flash on the dust particles in the air, but this is not a malfunction.

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A band or a ball of bright light appears on the LCD monitor.

Images appear grainy and no sound is recorded in high-speed

Recording

recording.

The continuous shooting speed of still images is slow.

The actual recording time is shorter than the estimated value.

Frames do not appear around the faces even when the recording dial is set to P.

Change the direction of this unit to

prevent the light source from coming into view. (A band or a ball of bright light may appear when there is a bright light source near this unit, but this is not a malfunction.)

Images appear grainier in high-speed

recording. Audio sound is not recorded in high-

speed recording.

The continuous shooting speed will

drop if this function is used repeatedly. Continuous shooting speed may drop

depending on the SD card or under certain recording conditions.

The recording time may be shorter

depending on the environment, such as when shooting a fast-moving subject.

Set “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” in the

menu to “FACE TRACKING”. When “COLOR TRACKING” or “AREA SELECT” is set, frames do not appear around the faces.

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The remaining battery display is not correct.

Fully charge and fully discharge the

battery pack, then recharge it again. Remaining battery power is not

displayed when the AC adapter is connected. If this unit is used for long periods of time

in high or low temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the amount of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.

Screen

The LCD monitor is difficult to see.

No date/time display.

Sound or video is interrupted.

Cannot find a recorded file.

Mosaic-type noise occurs when recording scenes with fast movements or extreme changes in brightness.

The unit operates slowly

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when switching between video mode and still image mode, or when switching the power on or off.

The LCD monitor may be difficult to see

if used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight. Set “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” in the

“COMMON” menu to “4”.

When playing back on a TV, set

“DISPLAY ON TV” in the “COMMON” menu to “ON”.

Sometimes playback is interrupted at

the connecting section between two scenes. This is not a malfunction.

Change the playback media by tapping

I/G on the index screen. (Files on the other media will not be displayed.)

Change the video quality for recording

if “iFrame” is used.

It is recommended that you copy all

videos and still images onto your computer, and erase the files from this unit. (If there are many recorded files on this unit, it takes time for the unit to respond.)

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When connected to the TV via the HDMI mini cable, proper images and sounds are not output.

Images and sounds may not be output

properly depending on the TV connected. In such cases, perform the following operations.

- Disconnect the HDMI mini cable and connect it again.

- Turn off and on this unit again.

The lamp does not flash during battery pack charging.

Check the remaining battery power.

(When the battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not flash.) When charging in either a hot or cold

environment, ensure that battery is being charged within the permitted temperature range. (Otherwise, charging may stop to protect the battery pack.)

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The buttons on the touch screen do not work.

This unit heats up.

Warning Indications

Warning Indications Action Page

SET DATE/TIME!

COMMUNICATION ERROR

CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE

INSUFFICIENT AVAILABLE SPACE

Warning Indications

THIS FILE IS PROTECTED

CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH

NO FILES

Connect the AC adapter, charge the

battery for more than 24 hours and set the clock.

If you use any other battery packs

besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs.

Set “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO” in the

“COMMON” menu to “BUILT-IN MEMORY”. Replace the SD card with a new one.

If the above does not solve the problem,

back up your files and execute “FORMAT SD CARD” in the “COMMON” menu. (All data will be deleted.)

Delete files, or move files to a computer

or other devices. Replace the SD card with a new one.

Switch off the “PROTECT/CANCEL”

function in the menu.

Set the write protect switch of the SD

card to off.

Switch the mode with the A/B button. Tap the playback media on the index

screen, and check if files are recorded to the other media.

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NOT FORMATTED

Select “OK”, then select “YES” on the

“DO YOU WANT TO FORMAT?” screen. (All data will be deleted.)

FORMAT ERROR! DATA DELETION ERROR

Check the operating procedure, and

perform once again. Turn off and on this unit again.

RECORDING FAILURE MEMORY CARD ERROR! ERROR IN BUILT-IN MEMORY!

THIS CARD CANNOT BE USED FOR RECORDING OR EDITING ON THIS CAMERA UNSUPPORTED SCENE! UNSUPPORTED FILE!

NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW SCENE QUANTITY EXCEEDED LIMIT FILE QUANTITY LIMIT EXCEEDED

Turn off and on this unit again.

Remove the AC adapter and battery

pack, then remove and re-insert the SD card. Remove any dirt from the SD card

terminals. If the above does not solve the problem,

back up your files and execute “FORMAT SD CARD” in the “COMMON” menu. (All data will be deleted.) If the above does not solve the problem,

back up your files and execute “FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.” in the “COMMON” menu. (All data will be deleted.)

Use cards recorded with this unit. (Files

recorded with other devices may not be playable.) If the file is recorded with this unit, then

the file is damaged.

Move the files or folders to a

computer or other device. (Back up your files.) Select “FILE + MANAGEMENT

NO” in “FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.” or “FORMAT SD CARD” of the “COMMON” menu. (All data on the built-in memory or SD card will be deleted.)

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Specifications

General

Power Supply Using AC adapter: DC 11 V

Power Consumption 4.8 W (when MONITOR BRIGHTNESS is set to “3”)

Dimensions (mm) 131 x 67 x 122 (5-3/16” x 2-11/16” x 4-13/16”) (W x H x D)

Mass

Operating Environment Allowable operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Camera/Lens

Image Pickup Device 1/2.3” 12,750,000 pixels

Recording Area Video 1080/60p:

Lens F2.8 - F4.5

Filter Diameter 46 mm (screw pitch 0.75 mm)

Lowest Illumination 4 lux (SHUTTER SPEED: 1/30)

LCD Monitor 3” wide, 230,000 pixels, polysilicon color LCD

Flash Recommended shooting distance: Within 2 m

Focus AUTO, MANUAL, TELE MACRO,

Metering MULTI-PATTERN, SPOT, CENTER-WEIGHTED

Using battery pack: DC 7.2 V

(excluding shoulder strap)

Camera: Approx. 435 g (0.96 lbs) During recording: Approx. 520 g (1.2 lbs) (including supplied battery pack)

Allowable storage temperature: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Allowable relative humidity: 35 % to 80 %

7,950,000 pixels (optical zoom) 2,070,000 to 7,950,000 pixels (dynamic zoom)

Video 720/60p: 6,970,000 pixels (optical zoom) 920,000 to 6,970,000 pixels (dynamic zoom)

Video iFrame: 6,970,000 pixels (optical zoom)

Still image 12,000,000 pixels

f= 6.7 mm - 67.0 mm 35 mm conversion: (Video) 1080/60p: 43.3 mm to 433 mm (Video) 720/60p, iFrame: 46.3 mm to 463 mm (Still image) 37.4 mm to 374 mm

1 lux (NIGHTALIVE mode, SHUTTER SPEED: 1/2)

9-point MULTI, 9-point SELECT, Face recognition, FACE TRACKING, COLOR TRACKING, AREA SELECT

GAIN Still image: AUTO, MANUAL (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200,

Exposure Intelligent Auto (i.A), Program Auto (P), Aperture Priority AE

Shutter Speed

Zoom During

Continuous Shooting Speed

* During video recording, continuous shooting speed changes to “LOW SPEED” temporarily.

Connectors

HDMI Connector HDMI Mini Connector

AV Connector Video: Analog output

Microphone Connector φ3.5 mm mini jack: Stereo, analog input

Headphones Connector φ3.5 mm mini jack: Stereo, analog output

USB Connector Mini USB Type B, USB 2.0

During video recording

During still image recording

video recording

During still image recording

During still image playback

Still image recording in video mode*

During still image recording

6400)

(A), Shutter Speed Priority AE (S), Manual Exposure (M)

Exposure correction Video: 13 step, -6 to +6 level Still image: 1/3 EV step, -2 EV to +2 EV

Auto: 1/60 to 1/4000 Auto slow shutter: 1/30 to 1/4000 NIGHTALIVE: 1/2 to 1/4000 PORTRAIT: 1/60 to 1/8000 Manual: 1/2 to 1/4000

Auto: 1/2 to 1/125 (with flash), 1/2 to 1/4000 (without flash) Manual: 1/2 to 1/4000, 2(FIREWORKS mode), 1/8000 (PORTRAIT mode, without flash)

Optical zoom: Up to 10x Dynamic zoom: Up to 18/19x (p. 55) Digital zoom: Up to 64x

Optical zoom: Up to 10x

Up to 4x

HIGH SPEED: Approx. 60 images/second (up to 130 images per recording) MEDIUM SPEED: Approx. 15 images/second (up to 130 images per recording) LOW SPEED: Approx. 2 images/second (during video record-standby) (maximum: no limit) Approx. 1.5 images/second (during video recording) (maximum: no limit)

HIGH SPEED: Approx. 30 images/second (up to 100 images per recording) MEDIUM SPEED: Approx. 7 images/second (up to 100 images per recording) LOW SPEED: Approx. 2 images/second (maximum: no limit)

Audio: Stereo, analog output

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Clock Battery

Type Rechargeable battery

Still Image

Recording Format JPEG standard

Extension .JPG

Image Size (p. 52)

Quality FINE / STANDARD

Recording Media Built-in memory (32 GB),

Video

Signal System Digital HD system

Recording/Playback Format

Quality/Resolution (p. 72)

Sound Quality 48 kHz, 128 kbps VBR

Recording Media Built-in memory (32 GB),

The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further

improvement without prior notice.

SD/SDHC/SDXC card (commercially available), Eye-Fi card (commercially available)

MPEG-4 standard Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: AAC (2ch)

SD/SDHC/SDXC card (commercially available), Eye-Fi card (commercially available)

Recordable Time/Number of Images

The approximate recording time and number of shots is only a guide. Values may vary depending on the shooting environment, SD card in use, and the battery condition.

Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)

Still Image Size with

Aspect Ratio 4:3

4000x3000

(12M)

2976x2232

(6.6M)

1600x1200

(1.9M)

640x480

(0.3M)

Still Image Size with

Aspect Ratio 16:9

4000x2248

(9M)

2976x1672

(4.9M)

1920x1080

(2M)

3840x2160 (8.29M)

(during video mode)

The IMAGE SIZE of still images captured in the video mode is fixed at “3840x2160”.

Approximate Video Recording Time

Quality

HD 1080/60p(UHR) 10 m 2 h 4 h 2 h

HD 1080/60p(HR) 20 m 3 h 6 h 3 h

HD 720/60p 40 m 5 h 50 m 11 h 30 m 5 h 40 m

iFrame 20 m 2 h 50 m 5 h 50 m 2 h 50 m

High-speed Recording* 20 m 3 h 20 m 6 h 40 m 3 h 20 m

* Playback time of recorded scenes is 5 times of the recording time. Each recording stops at 144 minutes. (Playback time: 12 hours)

Quality

FINE 700 1400 5800 9999 5700

STANDARD 800 1800 7300 9999 7100

FINE 1000 2000 8400 9999 8100

STANDARD 1600 3300 9999 9999 9999

FINE 3500 7100 9999 9999 9999

STANDARD 5600 9999 9999 9999 9999

FINE 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

STANDARD 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999

Quality

FINE 900 1900 7800 9999 7600

STANDARD 1100 2400 9800 9999 9500

FINE 1300 2700 9999 9999 9999

STANDARD 2100 4400 9999 9999 9999

FINE 3200 6700 9999 9999 9999

STANDARD 5200 9999 9999 9999 9999

FINE 1000 2000 8400 9999 8200

STANDARD 1300 2600 9999 9999 9999

SDHC Card SDXC

4 GB 32 GB 64 GB

SDHC Card SDXC

4 GB 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB

SDHC Card SDXC

4 GB 8 GB 32 GB 64 GB

Built-in

Memory

Built-in

Memory

Built-in

Memory

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Approximate Number of Still Images (Using Battery)

Number of Recordable Images with Supplied Battery Pack

The above value is obtained under the following conditions based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)

Temperature: 25 °C (77°F)

Uses supplied battery pack

Uses built-in memory

IMAGE QUALITY: FINE

QUICK RESTART in menu: OFF

Uses auto focus

Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)

Battery Pack Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording Time

BN-VF815U 1 h 2 h

The above are values when “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” in the recording menu is set to

“3”. 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.)

Video Quality and Resolution

Quality

HD 1080/60p(UHR) 35 Mbps VBR 1920×1080p 60

HD 1080/60p(HR) 23 Mbps VBR 1920×1080p 60

HD 720/60p 12 Mbps VBR 1280×720p 60

iFrame 24 Mbps VBR 960×540p 30

High-speed Recording* 4 Mbps VBR 640×360p 60

* The above shows the values of bit rate during playback. During recording, the bit rate is 20 Mbps VBR.

Fully Charged

Bit Rate

(Average)

Records at 30-second intervals

Flashes once every 2 times

Turns power on/off once every 10

times Zooms from T to W or W to T with each

recording (10x)

Resolution

270 images

Frame Transmission

(frames/second)

Optional Accessories

Product Name

Battery Pack BN-VF815U

Battery Charger AA-VF8

For more information, refer to the catalog.

Suitable for use as a spare battery pack.

Enables the battery pack to be charged without using this

unit.

Description

Memo

Index

Adjusting Brightness ...................... 36

AF Assist Beam .............................. 52

AF Movement ................................. 52

AF Point ......................................... 52

Aperture Priority ............................. 36

Area Select ..................................... 34

Auto Power Off ............................... 59

Auto Rec ........................................ 56

Backlight Comp. ............................. 50

Battery Charging Time ..................... 9

Battery Indicator ....................... 18, 25

Bracketing ...................................... 21

Clock Adjust ................................... 11

Color Tracking .......................... 34, 51

Common Menu ......................... 49, 59

Computer ....................................... 44

Continuous Shooting ...................... 21

Copy ............................................... 42

Date Display Style .......................... 59

Delete ............................................. 43

Display on TV ................................. 60

Focus ............................................. 22

Focus Assist ................................... 50

Focus Assist Color ......................... 50

Format ............................................ 60

Gain ............................................... 53

Gain Up .......................................... 55

Grid ................................................ 53

HDMI Control ................................. 60

HDMI Output .................................. 60

Headphones .................................. 57

High-speed Recording ................... 31

Histogram ....................................... 30

Image Quality ................................. 52

Image Size ..................................... 52

Image Stabilizer ........................ 53, 55

Installation ...................................... 48

Intelligent Auto .......................... 17, 23

K2 Technology ............................... 58

Language ................................. 12, 59

Erase All Data ................................ 60

Exposure ........................................ 36

Eye-Fi Card .................................... 45

Face Detection ............................... 20

Face Tracking .......................... 34, 51

Face-to-face Recording ................. 19

Factory Preset ................................ 60

Flash .............................................. 19

Manual Focus ................................. 22

Menu .............................................. 49

Metering Area/Type ........................ 51

Mic Level ........................................ 57

Monitor Brightness ......................... 59

Operation Sound ............................ 59

Program Auto ................................. 36

Protect ............................................ 43

Quick Restart ................................. 59

Rec Media For Image ..................... 60

Rec Media For Video ..................... 60

Recordable Time/Number of Images

Recording Dial ................................. 5

Reset .............................................. 61

Rotate ............................................ 27

Scene Select .................................. 32

SD Card ......................................... 14

Self-Timer ...................................... 20

Shutter Speed ................................ 37

Slideshow ....................................... 27

Smile Shot ................................ 35, 51

Tele Macro ..................................... 51

Time-Lapse Recording ................... 56

Touch Priority AE/AF ................ 34, 51

Touch Screen Adjust ................ 10, 59

Trimming ........................................ 41

... 71

Update ........................................... 60

User Dial ........................................ 37

User Settings .................................. 37

Video Output .................................. 60

Video Quality .................................. 54

Volume Adjustment ........................ 29

White Balance ................................ 50

Wind Cut ........................................ 56

Zoom .................................. 17, 23, 55

0911AJH-SW-VM

C1P

JVC GC-PX10U Detailed User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Names of Parts and Functions

Preparations

Charging the Battery Pack

Using the Touch Screen

Clock Setting

Using this Unit Overseas

Inserting an SD Card

Recording/Playback

Taking Still Images in Intelligent Auto Mode

Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)

Adjusting Focus Manually

Taking Videos in Intelligent Auto Mode

Playing Back Still Images

Playing Back Videos

Checking the Exposure of Still Images (Histogram)

Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording

Shooting According to Location and Condition

Manual Recording

Connecting to and Viewing on TV

Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector

Connecting via the AV Connector

Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI

Editing

Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING)

Copying Files to an SD Card

Deleting Unwanted Files

Computer

Copying to Computer

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Verifying System Requirements (Guideline)

Installing the Provided Software

Further Information

Operating the Menu

Recording Menu (Still Image)

Recording Menu (Video)

Playback Menu (Still Image)

Playback Menu (Video)

Common Menu

Troubleshooting

Trouble

Warning Indications

Specifications

Recordable Time/Number of Images

Optional Accessories

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