JVC LYT1155-001A User Manual

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB/i.LINK CONNECTION GUIDE

ENGLISH

This document explains the basic information such as system requirements, installation and connections, etc. for the provided software. For details on the operation, refer to the software instruction manual included on the CD-ROM in PDF format.

CAUTION:

● Operate this equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual.

● Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any other CD-ROM to run this software.

● Do not attempt to modify this software.

● Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

M3D8

Printed in Japan

0403-FO-ID-VP

How to handle a CD-ROM

● Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface (opposite to the printed surface). Do not write anything or put a sticker on either the front or back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center hole using a circular motion.

● Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning spray.

● Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror surface.

● Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or humid environment. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

You can find the latest information (in English) on the provided software program at our world wide web server at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html

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Notice for Users

Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready.

Product Name

Model

Problem

Error Message

Manufacturer

Model □ Desktop □ Laptop

CPU

Memory MB

Available Hard Disk Space MB

Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.

JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.

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System Requirements

䡲 For copying still image files to a PC

The following requirements must be satisfied to connect the camcorder to a PC using the USB cable, and to copy still image files from the memory card in the camcorder.

OS : Windows® XP Home Edition (pre-installed)

Windows

Connector : USB connector

䡲 For using HD Capture Utility, MPEG Edit StudioTM Pro LE, ImageMixer DVD

The following requirements must be satisfied to connect the camcorder to a PC using an i.LINK cable, to import MPEG-format video stream, and to edit video clips on a PC.

OS : Windows

Windows

CPU : Intel Pentium

RAM 256 MB (DDR SDRAM or DRD RAM) or more

384 MB or more if the main RAM is used for the video memory (512 MB recommended)

Hard disk drive : UltraATA100 (7200 rpm or faster recommended)

Connector : IEEE1394 (i.LINK) connector

Display : 1024 x 768 or greater

Video memory : 32 MB or more

䡲 For creating a DVD Video

In addition to the system requirements above, a DVD recording drive which is compatible with ImageMixer DVD is required. (DVD-RAM disc is not supported by ImageMixer DVD.) For details on compatible DVD recording drives, visit the web site of Pixela Corporation. http://www.imagemixer.com/

XP Professional (pre-installed)

XP Home Edition (pre-installed)

XP Professional (pre-installed)

4 (2 GHz or faster)

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䡲 For holding a video conference over the Internet

The following requirements must be satisfied to use a camcorder as a web camera for video conference over the Internet.

Hardware

OS : Windows

Connector : USB connector

Windows

Software

Windows® Messenger Ver4.6 or later is required. If an old version is installed, download and install the latest version from the web site of Microsoft Corporation. http://www.microsoft.com/

Miscellaneous

Internet access and an e-mail address are required. You can also find the latest information (in English) at our world web site. http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html

NOTES:

● Some functions may not work properly depending on the PC environment.

● If your counter party uses Windows

Use Windows

● If you are using a dial-up router or a broadband router, refer to the router’s instruction manual.

● If you are using a firewall or a router with the dial-up connection, it is not possible to connect to the Internet

properly.

● Consult your Internet service provider whether Windows

● The quality of images or sound during video conference may differ depending on the condition of Internet

access.

● The system requirements information is not a guarantee that the provided software will work on all personal computers meeting those requirements.

● Microsoft United States and/or other countries.

● Other product and company names included in this instruction manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

NetMeeting® 3.0 or later.

and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the

XP Home Edition (pre-installed)

XP Professional (pre-installed)

NetMeeting®, you cannot communicate using Windows® Messenger.

Messenger can be used or not.

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Software Installation

Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [Setup] dialog box in step 3, you can install the following software.

HD Capture Utility

This application is used to import MPEG-format video stream from a camcorder, or to export the edited video clip back to the camcorder.

Audio converter

This application is used to convert audio files into different format. You can add background music or audio effect to the video clip. This application is installed automatically when installing HD Capture Utility.

MPEG Edit StudioTM Pro LE

This application is used to edit MPEG-format video clips.

● The provided MPEG Edit Studio cannot be selected.

ImageMixer DVD

This application is used to create a DVD Video.

Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 5.0

This application is used to read PDF files.

1 Load the provided CD-ROM in the PC.

After a moment, the [Important Notice] dialog box appears.

● If the [Important Notice] dialog box does not appear, click [My Computer] from the [Start] menu and then double-click the CD-ROM icon.

2 Confirm the contents, and then click [Next].

After a moment, the [Setup] dialog box appears.

● From the [Setup] dialog box, you can install the desired software.

3 Click [Install] on the right side of the desired software.

The installation of the selected software starts.

● The procedure differs depending on the software. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

Pro LE is an application with limited functions and some setting items

Following steps are the example of HD Capture Utility.

4 In the [Choose Setup Language] dialog box, select [English],

and then click [OK].

The [InstallShield Wizard] dialog box appears.

5 Click [Next].

The [Welcome to the installation wizard for capture utility] dialog box appears.

6 Click [Yes].

The [License Agreement] dialog box appears.

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