HD MEMORY CAMERA Detailed User Guide GZ-HM960/GZ-HM860 LYT2339-003A
Table of Contents Beginner's Guide ............................................................ 5 Charging .................................................................................. 5 Recording ................................................................................ 5 Playback .................................................................................. 5 Shooting Tips ........................................................................... 5 Holiday Season/Christmas ................
Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) ......................... 114 Backing Up All Files ......................................................... 115 Organizing Files ............................................................... 116 Recording Videos to Discs ............................................... 117 Backing Up Files Without Using Provided Software ......... 118 List of Files and Folders ................................................... 119 Copying to Mac Computer .......................
Maintenance Specifications 4
Beginner's Guide o [Getting Ready] Charging 0 Recording 0 Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide. Playback 0 A Open your feet to the width of your shoulders. B Extend your right hand and hold the camcorder over your head. C Hold the LCD monitor with your left hand and adjust the angle accordingly. Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed User Guide.
Useful Shooting Techniques Holiday Season/Christmas Recording the Christmas Party Photo by 101st CAB, Wings of Destiny Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 Decorating the Tree and Preparing the Dinner The decoration of tree and preparation of dinner are part of the joy of Christmas. Be sure to record these happy family times! Photo by InnerSpirit Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 3.0 After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself.
Useful Shooting Techniques Wedding o Setting the shot from eye level to chest level Discussing and Planning Before the Event Before the day of the wedding reception, it is important to discuss with the bride and groom about various details such as the order of the ceremony and whether there are any entertainment programs or change of clothes. By understanding the preferences of the bride and groom, you will be able to shoot more appropriately.
Useful Shooting Techniques Advanced Operation with Two Camcorders If video-editing is to be done, record using two camcorders so that a video with varying scenes can be created. You can try asking a close friend who has a camcorder at home. Set the borrowed camcorder on a tripod to focus on taking close-up shots of the bride and groom. In this way, the other camcorder can be moved around to record other scenes, enabling an interesting video with changing scenes to be created through editing and compilation.
Useful Shooting Techniques o Battery Charger Using Pan at the Places of Interest . Tourists spots with beautiful scenery or historical sites are places that you would certainly want to record. To capture the magnificence of a scene which cannot be fitted into a single frame, try the panning technique. Refer to the "Shooting Tips" found in this website on how to use panning effectively. In addition, you may also like to take a shot of the signs or monuments that can often be found at the tourist spots.
Useful Shooting Techniques Amusement Park Inducing Responses by Calling Out . . Take more shots of the smiling faces of everyone in the family! Taking Videos or Still Images According to the Attraction You may choose to take videos all the time. However, you may want to take some still images too. The following section explains the scenarios suitable for taking videos or still images. Capturing the Best Moment in a Video as a Still Image Shots with the eyes closed are often taken by accident.
Useful Shooting Techniques Advanced Operation with Backlight Compensation When the subject’s face is in backlight or when the expression cannot be seen clearly, the Intelligent Auto function of this unit automatically increases its brightness for recording. If Intelligent Auto fails to function as expected or if the brightness correction is insufficient, you can increase the brighness by using backlight compensation in the Manual mode. “Setting Details” (A p. 53) . o .
Getting Started Precautions on Playing Back 3D Images (for GZ-HM960) Images recorded in 2D mode can be converted to 3D and played back on this unit. You can enjoy realistic and powerful 3D images by playing back on a 3D compatible TV. Before use, please read the following precautions to ensure safe and comfortable viewing of the 3D images. Playing Back 3D Images This unit makes use of the misalignment between the images that enter the left and right eyes to create the 3D effect during 3D playback.
Getting Started Verifying the Accessories If any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. Illustration Description . AC Adapter AC-V11U (for GZ-HM860) 0 Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors. . AC Adapter AP-V30U (for GZ-HM960) 0 Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors. .
Getting Started . Basic User Guide 0 Read well and keep in a safe place where it can be accessed easily when necessary. Memo : SD cards are sold separately. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 17) “Using an Eye-Fi Card” (A p. 18) 0 When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available converter plug for the country or region of visit. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 39) 0 Attaching the Core Filter .
Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining battery power is low. The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. Attach the battery pack. You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours indoors. (Battery charging begins when the LCD monitor is closed.) Detaching the Battery Pack . 1 0 0 Connect the AC adapter to the DC connector. .
Getting Started Grip Adjustment Inserting an SD Card . When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to the card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the built-in memory runs out. “Types of Usable SD Card” (A p. 17) “Using an Eye-Fi Card” (A p. 18) “Approximate Video Recording Time” (A p. 73) A Pull back the pad B Adjust the length of the belt C Attach the pad 1 Close the LCD monitor. 2 Open the cover. 3 Insert an SD card.
Getting Started Removing the Card 0 Push the SD card inward once, then pull it out straight. 0 0 0 0 0 Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified above may result in recording failure or data loss. To record videos with “VIDEO QUALITY” set to “UXP”, use of a Class 6 compliant SDHC/SDXC card is recommended. Class 4 and Class 6 are guaranteed to have a minimum transfer rate of 4 MB/s and 6 MB/s respectively during reading or writing of data.
Getting Started 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.
Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor Playback Screen (Still Image) The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the touch screens. . Recording Screen (Video/Still Image) 1 Recording/Playback Mode Button . 0 1 2 2 0 Displays a short cut screen of face recognition functions. “Operating the Face Short Cut Menu” (A p.
Getting Started Menu Screen Clock Setting The “SET DATE/TIME!” screen appears when you turn on this unit for the first time after purchase, when it has not been used for a long time, or when the clock is not set yet. Set the clock before recording. Open the LCD monitor. 1 Help Button 2 Menu Items 3 Return Button 4 Common Menu Button 5 Close Button 0 0 The unit turns on. When the LCD monitor is closed, the unit turns off. 2 Tap “YES” when “SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed.
Getting Started Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. Set the date and time. Tap “MENU”. . 1 5 0 0 . Tap “Q”. 6 After setting the date and time, tap “SET”. 7 Select the region where you live and tap “SAVE”. . 2 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. Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”. . 3 The city name and time difference are displayed.
Getting Started Changing the Display Language The language on the display can be changed. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “LANGUAGE”. When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent camera shake. . . . 1 Tap “MENU”. Holding this Unit Caution : 0 0 Be careful not to drop this unit during transportation. Guardians should pay close attention when this unit is being used by children. Memo : If camera shake is excessive, use the digital image stabilizer. “Reducing Camera Shake” (A p.
Getting Started Using the Remote Control Operation Buttons on Remote Control Unit . You can operate this unit from a distance away using the supplied remote control. Recording Start/Stop Button . 1 Memo : 0 0 0 Point the remote control toward the sensor directly and use it within 5 m from this unit. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.
Getting Started Using Bluetooth-compliant Devices This unit is equipped with Bluetooth function. You can do the following using a Bluetooth-compliant device via wireless connection.
Getting Started Compliant Bluetooth Devices Registering a Bluetooth-compliant Device This unit can be connected to the following Bluetooth-compliant devices for use. Refer to the instruction manual of the device, except smartphones, to check its Bluetooth profile. In order to use a Bluetooth-compliant device with this unit, it is necessary to perform registration (pairing) on this unit. Smartphone Target Device/Compliant Profile 0 0 0 0 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “Bluetooth”.
Getting Started 0 0 o Responding to Registration Requests from Bluetoothcompliant Devices 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “Bluetooth”. 4 Tap “REGISTER DEVICE”. 5 Tap “WAIT FOR DEVICE”. 6 Tap “OK” when “WAIT FOR REQUEST FROM Bluetooth DEVICEALL CURRENT CONNECTIONS WILL BE DISCONNECTED” is displayed. Tap the device to register. . . 7 The system starts to search for Bluetooth-compliant devices in the area that can be registered. The method of setting varies with the device.
Getting Started 0 Tap “YES”. Connecting to a Registered Bluetooth-compliant Device To use a Bluetooth-compliant device on this unit, it is necessary to establish connection with the device after registering it. To establish connection with a Bluetooth-compliant device, make use of the menu to set the connection with the device to ON. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “Bluetooth”. 4 Tap “CONNECT”. 5 Tap the device to connect. 0 0 Enter the passkey for the device to register. . .
Getting Started Table of Compatible Connections Caution : 0 0 0 0 0 If connection cannot be established with a device, check the registered devices and register again. Up to two Bluetooth devices can be connected to this unit. Sending or receiving of audio data using the headset is not possible in the still image recording mode. When “FACTORY PRESET” in the COMMON (basic settings) menu is executed, all information of the registered Bluetooth-compliant devices will be erased.
Getting Started Changes the mobile phone to be used as smartphone. GPS Receiver Changes the device to be used as GPS receiver. Headset 1/ Headset 2 Changes the device to be used as headset 1 or headset 2. Audio settings (“EARPHONES AUDIO”, “MIC AUDIO”) may also be turned ON/OFF. EARPHONES AUDIO 1/2: Selects whether to output the headset microphone input from the headset earphones. 0 Microphone audio of the camera will be output from the earphones even when this is set to “OFF”.
Getting Started . Operation Using a Smartphone 0 0 0 0 0 To reduce the image for transferring, tap “SHRINK AND TRANSFER” . To change the destination to transfer to, tap “CHANGE DESTINATION”. After image transfer is complete, tap “EXIT”. To continue to transfer more images, tap “SEND OTHER IMAGES”. “DEVICE IS NOT SET” appears when the destination to transfer to is not set. Tap “SET” and select the device to transfer to.
Getting Started Bluetooth Application for Smartphones Capabilities of this Application By installing this application on a smartphone, you can connect the smartphone to this camera via Bluetooth connection and make use of the following functions. 1 Operate with a smartphone - Remote control function You can use a smartphone as a remote control for this unit.
Getting Started When “WAITING FOR REQUEST FROM THE DEVICE” appears, perform the following operations on the smartphone. 7 Press the “MENU” button on the home screen, then tap [Settings]>[Wireless & networks]>[Bluetooth settings]. (Operation on the smartphone) 8 Tap [Bluetooth] to add a check mark. (Operation on the smartphone) 0 0 0 9 The Bluetooth function turns on. A search for Bluetooth devices starts, and the detected Everio model name appears in the list.
Getting Started Displays on the Screen Still Image Recording Mode . . Video Recording Mode Still Image Playback Mode . .
Getting Started Names of Buttons and Functions Name of Button Function Mode Video Still Image Recording Playback Recording Playback A Video/Still Image Mode *1 Switches between video and still image modes. P P P P B Recording/Playback Mode *1 Switches between recording and playback modes. P P P P C Zoom (T) Zooms to the T (telephoto) end. P - P - D Zoom (W) Zooms to the W (wide angle) end. P - P - E Record Starts video recording.
Getting Started Operating Details Displaying Camera’s Screen on Smartphone - MONITOR Function 1 Switch to the video recording mode. 2 Press the “MENU” button to display the settings (SETTINGS) button. 0 0 0 0 This function is also available in the still image playback mode. To display the map, it is necessary to activate location information transmission during video or still image recording. During video playback, the map changes (moves) together with the changes in location information.
Getting Started After transferring is complete, a window to select the data processing method appears. 5 Move the slide bar in the setting window to the right and left to change the interval. 6 Tap [OK] to complete the setting. 7 Press the “RETURN” button to exit the settings menu. Canceling the Setting： 0 Press the “RETURN” button in step 6 Memo : 0 This function is not available if there is no GPS function in the smartphone.
Getting Started Changing the Software’s Background Color Press the “MENU” button to display the settings (SETTINGS) button. 2 Tap the settings (SETTINGS) button to display the settings menu. 3 Tap [BACKGROUND COLOR] to display the setting window. 4 Tap the desired color in the background color setting window. 5 Press the “RETURN” button once. 7 Tap [OK] to complete the transfer. Checking the Transferred Still Image： 0 Tap [PLAY] in step 7 to play back the transferred still image.
Getting Started Radio Waves Used by this Product Troubleshooting Trouble Unable to connect to camera. Reason and Action 0 0 0 0 0 Operations do not work. 0 0 0 0 The image from the camera does not appear. 0 0 0 Monitor image does not get updated when the MONITOR function is being used. 0 0 0 The progress bar does not show any progression during CAPTURE or video transfer. The message “THE DESTINATION TO SAVE THE DATA IS RUNNING OUT OF MEMORY” appears.
Getting Started Using this Unit Overseas The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” (A p. 39) Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel destination in “AREA SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”. “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p.
Getting Started Setting Daylight Saving Time When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is set 1 hour ahead. Optional Accessories You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack. Product Name Tap “MENU”. 1 . Battery Pack 0 BN-VG114U 0 BN-VG121U 0 BN-VG138U 2 Tap “Q”. 0 Provides a longer recording time. It can also be used as a spare battery pack. Battery Charger 0 AA-VG1 0 Enables the battery pack to be charged without using this unit.
Getting Started Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery) o 3D Display on LCD Monitor (for GZ-HM960) Battery Pack Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording Time BNVG114U (Supplied) 35 m 1h BNVG121U 50 m 1 h 30 m BNVG138U 1 h 30 m 2 h 45 m o 2D Display on LCD Monitor (for GZ-HM960) Battery Pack Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording Time BNVG114U (Supplied) 40 m 1 h 10 m BNVG121U 1h 1 h 45 m BNVG138U 1 h 40 m 3h5m o 2D Display on LCD Monitor (for GZ-HM860) Battery Pack Actual
Recording Taking Videos in Intelligent Auto Mode Indications During Video Recording 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. 0 In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen. 0 Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode.
Recording o Scenes of Intelligent Auto Description E Captures one’s skin beautifully. A Allows people to be captured naturally. D Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors. I Records with minimal noise in the overall image. B Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image. J Prevents colors from fading even when recording in a bright environment. G Records while focusing on a near object.
Recording Zooming 0 When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off by closing the monitor. “QUICK RESTART” (A p. 147) 0 When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack) “AUTO POWER OFF” (A p.
Recording Taking Still Images in Intelligent Auto Mode Indications During Still Image Recording You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode. Open the LCD monitor and select the still image mode. 2 Check if the recording mode is Intelligent Auto. . . 1 The still image mode icon appears. . 0 0 Set the focus on the subject. 0 Displays the icon of the image size. 0 The size of still images can be changed. “IMAGE SIZE” (A p.
Recording Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording Useful Settings for Recording When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack) “AUTO POWER OFF” (A p. 146) 0 When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p.
Recording Zooming The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom. 0 Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view. 0 Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting. Manual Recording You can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the manual mode. Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes. Open the LCD monitor and select the video or still image mode. .
Recording Manual Recording Menu Scene Selection The following items can be set. Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most suitable settings. Name Description SCENE SELECT 0 FOCUS 0 FOCUS ASSIST 0 0 Sets the color of the outline of a focused object when Focus Assist is used. “FOCUS ASSIST COLOR” (A p. 125) Shutter speed can be adjusted. Use this when shooting a fast-moving subject or to emphasize the subject's movement. “Setting Shutter Speed” (A p. 51) 0 0 .
Recording *The image is only an impression. Setting Effect Increases gain and brightens the scene automatically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod. Set this when the focus is not clear in Intelligent Auto or when manual focusing is desired. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “FOCUS”. . . b NIGHTALIVE Adjusting Focus Manually Captures night scenes naturally. w PORTRAIT Blurs the background to bring out the people in the picture. . .
Recording Using Focus Assist Adjusting Brightness Focused subject is outlined in color for more precise focus. You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “FOCUS ASSIST”. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST”. . . . . 1 0 0 0 Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Adjust the focus. Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. 3 Tap “MANUAL”.
Recording Setting Shutter Speed Setting Aperture You can set the shutter speed to suit the type of subject. You can adjust the aperture to capture an image with only the subject in focus. Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “SHUTTER SPEED”. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “APERTURE PRIORITY”. . . . 1 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “MANUAL”. 4 Adjust the shutter speed.
Recording 0 The larger the aperture value, the darker the subject appears. Setting White Balance You can set the color tone to suit the light source. Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “WHITE BALANCE”. . . 1 0 0 0 Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap the appropriate shooting environment. . 3 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move the cursor. Setting Details AUTO Adjusts automatically to the natural colors.
Recording Setting Backlight Compensation You can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due to backlight. Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “BACKLIGHT COMP.”. . 1 . The setting will not change if “MWB” is being tapped too fast (less than 1 second). 0 0 0 3 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “ON”. . 0 0 After setting, the backlight icon l appears.
Recording Taking Close-up Shots You can take close-up shots of an object using the tele macro function. Creating Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT) You can add various effects to videos to create a different atmosphere from the usual recording. Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. 2 Tap “MENU”. 3 Tap “ANIMATION EFFECT”. . 1 *The image is only an impression. Tap “MENU”. . 1 The video mode icon appears. . 0 Tap “TELE MACRO”. . .
Recording During Setting After Setting Note . . Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. . . Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. . . Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. . . Animation (effect) appears when smiles are detected. . . Animation (effect) appears when the screen is touched.
Recording Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information 6 Tap “RECORD” and record the face from the front. By registering the face of a person beforehand, focus and brightness can be adjusted automatically by the face tracking function. Up to 6 faces, together with names and priority levels, can be registered. It is recommended to register the faces that are often being recorded by this camera beforehand. Select video or still image mode. . 1 0 0 .
Recording Memo : 10 Tap “OK”. 0 0 . 0 0 0 Tapping “OK” registers the recorded face and the screen for entering a name appears. To cancel the registration, tap “STOP”. When “CANCEL FACE RECOGNITION?” appears, tap “YES” to return to the normal recording mode. 0 0 . 11 Tap on the on-screen keyboard to enter a name, then tap “REG.”.
Recording Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” allows you to set the items to display when faces are detected. This item is only displayed when “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 61) Open the LCD monitor and select the video or still image mode. . 1 0 The video or still image mode icon appears. Tap “MENU”. 3 Tap “SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY”. 4 Tap the desired setting. . . .
Recording Editing the Registered Face Information “Registering Human Face Personal Authentication Information” (A p. 56) Editing Registered Face Information You can change the name, priority level, and face information that are registered. Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “FACE REGISTRATION”. . . 1 0 0 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “EDIT”. 4 Tap the person to edit. 5 Tap the item to edit. . . .
Recording Canceling (Deleting) Registered Face Information You can cancel (delete) the face information that is registered. Tap “MENU”. . 1 . 0 0 0 Tap “FACE REGISTRATION”. . 2 0 0 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. Tap L to exit the menu. Tap J to return to the previous screen. Tap “CANCEL”. 4 Tap the person to cancel registration of. . . 3 0 0 A appears on the selected person. To remove A from a person, tap on the person again. Tap “SET”. 6 Tap “YES”. .
Recording Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF) “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. By registering the face of a person beforehand, you can enable tracking of the person even without specific selection during recording. This function is available for both videos and still images. 0 You can set this function by pressing the AF button too. (for GZ-HM860) “AF Button (for GZ-HM860)” (A p. 156) Select video or still image mode. .
Recording Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT) “SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. This function is available for both videos and still images. Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “MENU”. This function may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions (distance, angle, brightness, etc.) and the subject (direction of face, smile level, etc.). It is also difficult to detect a smile in backlight.
Recording Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW) Caution : 0 You can record while viewing both the overall image of the scene and magnified image of a subject’s expression. Frames appear around the faces that can be magnified. Tap a frame to track and magnify the face in a subwindow. 1 Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. 0 Take note of the following when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set.
Recording Reducing Camera Shake Setting the Enhanced AIS Mode When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during recording can be effectively reduced. 1 Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. The area of correction in the enhanced AIS mode is greater than that in the AIS mode. Camera shake can be reduced more effectively even when recording is performed by zooming from wide angle to telephoto, or moving together with the subject. Set the enhanced AIS mode as follows.
Recording Taking Videos in iTunes Format By recording with the EXPORT setting turned on, you can transfer the videos to Apple's software iTunes when this unit is connected to a PC. “LIB.” is displayed when recording videos in iTunes format. Use the provided software to transfer the videos. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” (A p. 114) Memo : For more information on iTunes and iPod, please visit the following website. http://www.apple.com/itunes/ 1 Select video mode.
Recording Slow-motion (High-speed) Recording 5 Start recording. Recording Speed 300 fps Image Size 720×480 Maximum Recording Time 144 m Maximum Playback Time 12 h Image Size when Connected to Monitor 1,920×1,080 Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. . 1 0 The video mode icon appears. Tap “MENU”. 3 Tap “HIGH SPEED RECORDING”. 4 Tap “ON”. . . . 2 0 0 66 When “ON” is tapped, 300 frames can be recorded in 1 second. To cancel high-speed recording, tap “OFF”. .
Recording Recording at Intervals (TIME-LAPSE RECORDING) 5 Start recording. Enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over a long period to be shown within a short time by taking frames of it at a certain interval. This is useful for making observations such as the opening of a flower bud. Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. . 1 . 0 0 0 The video mode icon appears. Tap “MENU”. 3 Tap “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING”. 0 . . 2 A frame is taken at intervals of the selected period.
Recording Indications During Time-Lapse Recording Time-Lapse Setting The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. Setting OFF Deactivates the function. 1SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 1-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 30 times speed. 2SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 2-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 60 times speed. 5SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 5-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 150 times speed.
Recording Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC) 6 Recording starts automatically when the subject within the red frame moves. This function enables the unit to record automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor. (AUTO REC) It can be set for both video and still image modes. Select video or still image mode. . 1 . 0 0 0 2 Compose the picture according to the subject.
Recording Taking Group Shots (Self-timer) 6 Take a still image. The 10-second self-timer and Face Detection self-timer are convenient functions for taking group photos. The 2-second self-timer is useful for preventing camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button. . Memo : When shooting a photo using the self-timer function, use of a tripod is recommended. “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 22) Using the 2-/10-second Self-timer 1 Select still image mode.
Recording 5 After making sure that everyone is facing the camera, press the SNAPSHOT button. Setting the USER Button By assigning one of manual adjustment functions that you frequently use to the USER button, you can access the function quickly. Assigning a Function to the USER Button Select video or still image mode. . . 1 0 The video or still image mode icon appears. Tap “MENU”. 3 Tap “USER BUTTON SETTING”. . 2 0 0 The photographer enters the frame. . .
Recording Making Adjustments with the USER Button Operate as follows. o Functions with settings that change (or turn ON/OFF) with every press (NIGHTALIVE, BACKLIGHT COMP., DIS, SELF-TIMER, SHUTTER MODE, CONT. SHOOTING SPEED, FOCUS ASSIST, FLASH) Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power You can check the remaining video recording time on the built-in memory and SD card as well as the remaining battery power. 1 Open the LCD monitor and select the video or still image mode.
Recording Approximate Video Recording Time Quality Built-in Memory SDHC/SDXC Card 16 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB UXP 1 h 20 m 20 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 4 h 20 m 5 h 50 m XP 2h 30 m 1h 2h 4 h 10 m 6 h 10 m 8 h 20 m SP 2 h 50 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 5 h 50 m 8 h 40 m 11 h 50 m EP 7h 1 h 40 m 3 h 40 m 7 h 10 m 14 h 50 m 21 h 50 m 29 h 50 m 0 The actual recording time may shorten depending on the shooting environment.
Playback Playing Back Videos You can select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display). Select video mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. During Index Screen Display . . 1 Operation Buttons for Video Playback . Display 0 0 0 74 A Date Moves to the previous/next date B < Displays the previous index screen (thumbnail display) 0 You can perform the same operation with the zoom lever.
Playback During Video Playback Adjusting the Volume of Videos You can tap on the volume adjustment button to control the volume. Tap U. 2 Tap “+” or “-”. . .
Playback Playing Back 3D Images (for GZ-HM960) Playing a Video with Defective Management Information Switch to the 3D mode by pressing the 3D button such that the button lights up. 0 The mode changes between 3D and 2D with every press of the 3D button. When the 3D mode is activated, the button lights up. The management information of a video may be damaged if recording is not performed correctly, such as turning off the power in the middle of recording.
Playback Playing Back Still Images You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). Select still image mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. During Index Screen Display . . 1 Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback 0 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.
Playback During Still Image Playback Playing Back 3D Images (for GZ-HM960) . Switch to the 3D mode by pressing the 3D button such that the button lights up. 0 Caution : Description A T Continuous playback of grouped files (such as still images captured by continuous shooting).
Playback Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult to look for the desired file from the index screen. Use the search function to find the file you want. “To search by recording dates” (A p. 79) Date Search You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates. 1 Connecting to and Viewing on TV You can connect this unit to a TV for playback.
Playback Playing Back 3D Images (for GZ-HM960) If you are using a 3D compatible TV, you can play back 3D images by connecting to the HDMI connector. 0 Use a High Speed HDMI mini cable as the HDMI mini cable when not using the provided one. 0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. 1 Connect to a TV. . displayed every 30 minutes. To turn off the message display, set “3D DISPLAY WARNING” to “OFF”. (for GZ-HM960) “3D DISPLAY WARNING (for GZ-HM960)” (A p.
Playback Caution : Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI 0 To play back 3D images, refer also to “Precautions on Playing Back 3D Images”. “Precautions on Playing Back 3D Images (for GZ-HM960)” (A p. 12) 0 If you experience fatigue or discomfort while viewing 3D images, it is recommended to play back in 2D mode. “HDMI OUTPUT” (A p. 152) Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC-enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows linked operations with the TV to be performed.
Playback Playing Back 2D Images (for GZ-HM960/GZ-HM860) Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector The image quality on TV varies with the type of TV and the connecting cable. Select the connector that best suits your TV. 0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. “Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” (A p. 82) “Connecting via the Component Connector” (A p. 83) “Connecting via the AV Connector” (A p.
Playback Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI Connecting via the Component Connector Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC-enabled TV using the HDMI cable allows linked operations with the TV to be performed. 0 HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC compliant devices that are connected via HDMI cables. You can connect this unit to the component connector of a TV to play back videos in analog high-definition quality.
Playback Connecting via the AV Connector By connecting the supplied AV cable to the AV connector, videos can be played back on a TV. 0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. Connect to a TV. 1 Playing Back a DVD or Blu-ray Disc Created on this Unit BD/DVDs created using the backup function on this unit can be played back on TV using an optional DVD writer (DVDs only) with playback function (CUVD50U) or a normal BD/DVD player.
Editing Deleting Unwanted Files Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. The capacity of the recording media can be restored after deleting the files. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 85) “Deleting Selected Files” (A p. 85) Memo : Deleted files cannot be restored. Files that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files” (A p. 86) 0 Be sure to back up important files on a computer.
Editing Protecting Files Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by protecting them. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 86) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 86) . Caution : 0 0 After deleting is complete, tap “OK”. To cancel the deletion, tap “QUIT”. 0 When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be deleted.
. . Editing Tap “MENU”. 4 Tap “PROTECT/CANCEL”. 5 Tap on the files to protect or release protection of. 0 Protect marks I appear on the selected files. Protect marks I disappear from the deselected files. . . . 3 0 P appears on the selected files. To remove P from a file, tap on the file again. 0 I and P are displayed on the files that are already protected. To release protection of a file, tap on the file such that P is removed. Tap “SEL ALL” to select all files.
Editing Capturing a Still Image in the Video during Playback You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos. Select video mode. Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined into a single video. “SEAMLESS RECORDING” (A p. 130) 1 Select video mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. 3 Tap “MENU”. 4 Tap “SEAMLESS REC CTRL”. 5 Tap “COMBINE SCENES”. .
Editing Capturing a Required Part in the Video (TRIMMING) Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. 0 The original video remains in its existing location. Select video mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. 3 Tap “MENU”. 4 Tap “TRIMMING”. 5 Tap the video to edit. 6 Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”. . 1 Tap the media to store to. . . 7 Tap “YES”. . . 8 0 0 Combining of the videos starts. After videos are combined, tap “OK”.
Editing 7 Tap e to pause playback at the desired end point, then tap “B”. Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube Capture and copy a part of a recorded video (maximum 15 minutes) for uploading to YouTube, and save it as a YouTube video. When capturing videos for YouTube, the duration cannot be longer than 15 minutes. Select video mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. 3 Tap “MENU”. 4 Tap “UPLOAD SETTINGS”. 5 Tap the video to edit. 6 Tap “TRIM”. .
Editing 7 Tap e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”. Preparing Videos to Transfer to iTunes Set EXPORT attributes to the recorded videos by adding a “LIB.” mark. When EXPORT attributes are set, the videos can be registered to iTunes easily using the supplied software on a PC. Select video mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. 3 Tap “MENU”. 4 Tap “EXPORT SETTINGS”. . 1 Tap e to pause playback at the desired end point, then tap “B”. 0 0 Tap “SET”. . .
Copying Tap the video to edit. 5 Creating Discs with a DVD Writer You can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using an optional DVD writer. Compatible DVD Writers . Product Name 0 0 “LIB.” appears on the selected files. To remove “LIB.” from a file, tap on the file again. To exit “EXPORT SETTINGS”, tap “DONE”. Description DVD Writer 0 CU-VD3U 0 Enables the images recorded on this unit to be copied to a DVD without using a PC.
Copying Changing the Media of the DVD Writer Set the type of media according to the loaded DVD. 1 Prepare a DVD writer. Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3U) 1 0 “Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3U)” (A p. 93) “Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50U)” (A p. 94) Tap “CHANGE REC. MEDIA” in the “BACK-UP” menu. 3 Tap “DVD(AVCHD)” or “DVD-Video”. Turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. . . 2 Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. .
Copying Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50U) Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. 1 0 Creating a Disc 1 Prepare a DVD writer. Insert a new disc into the DVD writer. “Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD3U)” (A p. 93) “Preparing a DVD Writer (CU-VD50U)” (A p. 94) Turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. 0 2 Copy files to the disc with the following methods. . “Copying All Files” (A p. 95) “Copying Files by Date” (A p. 96) “Copying Selected Files” (A p.
Copying Copying All Files All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never been copied. Tap “YES” or “NO”. (A mode only) Select video or still image mode. . 1 6 . 0 2 Tap “CREATE FROM ALL” (video) or “SAVE ALL” (still image). 0 Tap “EXECUTE”. . 7 When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups. When “NO” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates.
Copying Copying Files by Date Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded. Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image). . . 1 0 While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode. Tap on the media to copy. 4 Tap “CREATE BY DATE” (video) or “SAVE BY DATE” (still image). . .
Copying Tap “YES” or “NO”. (A mode only) Copying Selected Files Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. 1 Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image). . . 7 0 0 Tap “EXECUTE”. . 8 When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups. When “NO” is selected, videos are displayed according to recording dates. . 0 0 3 Tap on the media to copy.
Copying To check the created disc, refer to ““Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 99) ”. “Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 99) . 0 0 While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode. Tap “EXECUTE”. . 7 0 8 The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly. . Tap “YES” or “NO”. (A mode only) 0 0 When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.
Copying When “DO YOU WANT TO FINALIZE?” appears Finalizing Discs After Copying This appears when “AUTO FINALIZE” in the “COMMON” menu is set to “OFF”. “AUTO FINALIZE” (A p. 153) 0 To play back on other devices, tap “YES”. 0 To add more files to the DVD later, tap “NO”. Finalize the disc after copying is finished. This enables the disc to be played back using this unit, PC, DVD writer, DVD player, or external Blu-ray drive that supports the BD-MV and AVCHD formats. 1 Select video or still image mode.
Copying Creating Discs with an External Blu-ray Drive You can copy the recorded files to discs or play back the created discs using an optional external Blu-ray drive. Preparing an External Blu-ray Drive Memo : Creating Discs with an External Blu-ray Drive When connecting to the external Blu-ray drive, use a USB cable with MiniA (Male) – B (Male) connectors. The USB cable provided with this unit cannot be used.
Copying 2 Insert a new disc. 0 Press the power button on the external Blu-ray drive to turn on the power. Creating a Disc Creating a Disc 1 Prepare an external Blu-ray drive. Insert a new disc into the external Blu-ray drive. “Preparing an External Blu-ray Drive” (A p. 100) Be sure to turn off the power when connecting the devices. Otherwise, electric shocks or malfunctions may occur. “Copying All Files” (A p. 101) “Copying Files by Date” (A p. 102) “Copying Selected Files” (A p.
Copying Copying Files by Date Videos or still images are sorted and copied according to the date on which they were recorded. Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image). . 1 The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly. . 0 Tap “YES” or “NO”. (A mode only) 0 0 Tap “EXECUTE”. 0 While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations apply for the still image mode.
Copying Prepare the discs accordingly. Tap “YES” or “NO”. (A mode only) Copying Selected Files Select and copy the desired videos or still images individually. 1 Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “SELECT AND CREATE” (video) or “SELECT AND SAVE” (still image). 3 Tap on the media to copy. 4 Tap “SELECT FROM SCENES” (video) or “SELECT FROM IMAGES” (still image). . . 7 0 0 Tap “EXECUTE”. . . 8 When “YES” is selected, videos with similar recording dates are displayed in groups.
Copying 7 Tap “EXECUTE”. Playing Back with an External Blu-ray Drive You can play back the Blu-ray discs created on this unit. 1 Prepare an external Blu-ray drive. Insert the Blu-ray disc to play back into the external Blu-ray drive. “Preparing an External Blu-ray Drive” (A p. 100) 0 Tap “PLAYBACK” in the BACK-UP menu. . 2 0 Tap “YES” or “NO”. (A mode only) . 8 The number of discs required to copy the files is displayed. Prepare the discs accordingly.
Copying Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Recorder Dubbing Files to a Disc by Connecting to a DVD Recorder You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit using a USB cable. You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder. 0 Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and DVD recorder. Open the LCD monitor. 2 Connect to a Blu-ray recorder. 1 Connect to a DVD recorder. . . 1 0 0 Tap q to select the playback mode. .
Copying Dubbing Files to a VHS Tape by Connecting to a VCR You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a VCR. 0 Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and VCR. 1 Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder. Using a USB External Hard Disk Drive You can copy video and still image files to a USB external hard disk drive from this unit. You can also play the files in the USB external hard disk drive on this unit. 0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the external hard disk drive.
Copying Preparing a USB External Hard Disk Drive Copying All Files Memo : All videos or still images recorded on this unit will be copied. You can also select and copy only the videos or still images that have never been copied. When connecting to the external hard disk drive, use a USB cable with Mini-A (Male) – B (Male) connectors. The USB cable provided with this unit cannot be used. 0 To use the USB cable provided with the external hard disk drive, purchase the following USB extension cable.
Copying After copying, tap “OK”. Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive Videos or still images saved in an external hard disk drive can be played back on this unit. 1 Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “PLAYBACK”. 3 Tap on the folder to play back. 7 Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable. . . 6 Caution : 0 . . 0 0 Do not turn off the power or remove the USB cable until copying is complete.
Copying Deleting Folders in the USB External Hard Disk Drive Formatting the USB External Hard Disk Drive Files that are copied to the external hard disk drive can be deleted. All files on the external hard disk drive can be deleted. Caution : Caution : 0 0 0 Deleted files cannot be restored. Be sure to back up important files on a PC. “Backing Up All Files” (A p. 115) Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap “DELETE”. 3 Tap on the folder to delete. 1 Select video or still image mode.
Copying Importing Files from the USB External Hard Disk Drive You can copy video files from a USB external hard disk drive to the built-in memory of this unit or an SD card. Select video mode. 2 Tap “IMPORT FROM DEVICE” in “BACK-UP”. Tap “YES”. . 1 7 . 0 0 Importing starts when “YES” is tapped. To cancel importing of files, tap “STOP”, then tap “YES”. After importing, tap “OK”. 9 Press and hold the M button for 2 seconds or more to turn off this unit and disconnect the USB cable. .
Copying Copying Files to an SD Card You can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Copying still images to cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing). Caution : Make sure that there is enough space left in the destination medium. Videos in the SD card cannot be copied to the built-in memory. . 0 0 Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. 7 Tap “YES”. . . 1 Copying starts. After copying, tap “OK”. .
Copying Moving Files to an SD Card You can move videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card. Files that are moved will be deleted from the built-in memory. Moving still images to SD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing). Caution : Make sure that there is enough space left in the destination medium. Videos in the SD card cannot be moved to the built-in memory. Select video or still image mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. 7 Tap “YES”. .
Copying Copying to Windows PC You can copy files to a computer using the provided software. DVDs can also be created using the computer's DVD drive. If the provided software is not installed, this unit will be recognized as an external storage when connected. Memo : 0 0 To record to discs, a recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive is required for the computer in use. Still images cannot be recorded to discs using the provided software.
Copying Installing the Provided Software (Built-in) Installation Procedure You can display the recorded images in calendar format and perform simple editing using the provided software. o Windows Vista/Windows 7 0 Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the Detailed Preparations Connect this unit to a computer with a USB cable. Open the LCD monitor. 2 Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. . . 1 0 0 * The AC adapter shown in the illustration is AC-V11U.
Copying Backing Up All Files Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the computer's hard disk (HDD). Open the LCD monitor. 2 Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. . . 1 Start backup. 0 0 0 7 Backup starts. After backup is complete, click “OK”. C The “SELECT DEVICE” menu appears. Tap “CONNECT TO PC”. . 3 * The AC adapter shown in the illustration is AC-V11U. A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit.
Copying 4 Disconnect the USB cable and close the LCD monitor. Organizing Files After backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as “Family Trip” or “Athletic Meet”. This is useful not only for creating discs, but for viewing the files too. 1 Double-click on the Everio MediaBrowser 3 (3 BE) icon. The provided software starts up. . 0 Display the month of the files to organize. 3 Create a user list. . . . 2 0 116 A new user list is added to the user list library.
Copying 4 Click on the recording day. Recording Videos to Discs Copy the files that are arranged using the user list to DVDs. 1 Insert a new disc into the PC's recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive. 2 Select the desired user list. 3 Select the files to copy to disc in order. . 0 The thumbnails of the files recorded on the day are displayed. Register files to the created user list. . .
Copying 0 0 0 0 Everio MediaBrowser 3 BE -DVD-R -DVD-R DL -DVD-RW -DVD+R -DVD+R DL -DVD+RW -BD-R -BD-R DL -BD-RE -BD-RE DL The following formats are supported by the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 3 (3 BE). Everio MediaBrowser 3 -DVD-Video -AVCHD Everio MediaBrowser 3 BE -Blu-ray -DVD-Video -AVCHD Use Everio MediaBrowser 3 BE Player to play back a Blu-ray or AVCHD disc. Refer to the help file of the provided Everio MediaBrowser 3 BE software to operate.
Copying Disconnecting this Unit from Computer Caution : 0 When the folders or files are deleted/moved/renamed in the computer, they cannot be played back on this unit anymore. 1 Click “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media”. 2 Click “Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device”. 3 (For Windows Vista) Click “OK”. 4 Disconnect the USB cable and close the LCD monitor. Memo : 0 . 0 To edit/view the files, use a software that supports AVCHD (video)/JPEG (still image) files.
Copying Copying to Mac Computer 6 Click on the column display icon. Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. Open the LCD monitor. . 1 Open the folder with the desired files. “List of Files and Folders” (A p. 119) 0 Copy the files to any folder in the computer (desktop, etc). . 7 Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. . 2 Caution : . 0 0 0 3 * The AC adapter shown in the illustration is AC-V11U. A Connect using the provided USB cable.
Menu Settings Operating the Menu There are three types of menus in this unit. 0 Main menu - Menu that contains all the items specific to the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes respectively. 0 Q (“COMMON”) menu in the main menu - Menu that contains all common items in the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes.
Menu Settings Operating the Face Short Cut Menu You can configure various settings of face-related functions in either the video or still image recording mode using the face short cut menu. Tap “V” in the video or still image recording mode. 2 Tap the desired menu and setting. . 1 Face Short Cut Menu During Video Recording Mode 0 Face Short Cut Menu During Still Image Recording Mode . . 0 Memo : 0 To exit the screen Tap “L” (quit). 0 To display the help file Tap “K” (help) and tap the item.
Menu Settings Main Menu for Video Recording You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change settings such as picture quality and gain. Select video mode. 2 Tap “MENU”. . . 1 Setting Details SCENE SELECT Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. “Scene Selection” (A p. 48) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p.
Menu Settings Setting Details TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF Automatically adjusts focus and brightness based on the subjects’ faces or selected area. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 61) LIGHT Turns on/off the light. “LIGHT” (A p. 126) DIS Camera shake during recording can be effectively reduced. “Reducing Camera Shake” (A p. 64) GAIN UP Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark places. “GAIN UP” (A p. 126) WIND CUT Reduces the noise caused by wind.
Menu Settings SCENE SELECT BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. Operating Details “Scene Selection” (A p. 48) Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. Operating Details “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 50) FOCUS SHUTTER SPEED Focus can be adjusted manually. Operating Details “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 49) Shutter speed can be adjusted. Operating Details “Setting Shutter Speed” (A p.
Menu Settings LIGHT GAIN UP Turns on/off the light. Makes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in dark places. Setting Details OFF Does not light up. AUTO Lights up automatically when the surrounding is dark. ON Lights up at all times. Displaying the Item 1 Select video mode. Setting Details OFF Deactivates the function. ON Electrically brightens the scene when it is dark. AUTO SLOWSHUTTER Automatically brightens the scene when it is dark.
Menu Settings WIND CUT EXPORT SHOOTING Reduces the noise caused by wind. Records videos for transferring to iTunes by setting EXPORT attributes. Operating Details “Taking Videos in iTunes Format” (A p. 65) Setting Details OFF Deactivates the function. ON Activates the function. Displaying the Item 1 Select video mode. ANIMATION EFFECT Records videos or still images with special effects. Operating Details “Creating Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT)” (A p.
Menu Settings SHUTTER MODE CONT. SHOOTING SPEED Continuous shooting settings can be adjusted. Sets the speed for continuous shooting. Setting RECORD ONE SHOT Records one still image. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. HIGH SPEED 0 The continuous shooting speed can be changed. “CONT. SHOOTING SPEED” (A p. 128) 0 Performing continuous shooting while video recording is in progress switches the mode to “LOW SPEED” temporarily.
Menu Settings SMILE SHOT VIDEO QUALITY Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. Operating Details “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 62) Sets the video quality. Setting Details UXP Sets the items to display when faces are detected. Operating Details “Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” (A p. 58) Enables recording in the best picture quality. 0 Applies to Blu-ray discs only. Videos taken in high-definition quality cannot be saved to DVDs.
Menu Settings ZOOM SEAMLESS RECORDING Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Continues recording on the SD card without stopping when the remaining space on the built-in memory runs out. Setting Details Setting 10x/OPTICAL Enables zooming up to 10x. 15(13)x/DYNAMIC Enables zooming up to 15x when the image stabilizer is set to the normal mode or turned off. Enables zooming up to 13x when the image stabilizer is set to the AIS mode. Memo : 60x/DIGITAL Enables zooming up to 60x.
Menu Settings x.v.Color ZOOM MIC Captures the true colors. (Use an x.v.Color compatible TV for playback.) Sets the zoom microphone. Setting Details OFF Captures colors with the same standard as TV broadcasting. ON Captures the true colors. (for TVs that supports x.v.Color) Displaying the Item Details OFF Deactivates the zoom microphone. ON Records audio sounds in the same direction as the zoom operation. Displaying the Item 1 Select video mode. 2 Tap “MENU”. 3 Tap “ZOOM MIC”.
Menu Settings Main Menu for Still Image Recording You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change settings such as picture quality and gain. Select still image mode. 2 Tap “MENU”. . . 1 Setting Details SCENE SELECT Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. “Scene Selection” (A p. 48) *Displayed only in the manual recording mode. FOCUS Focus can be adjusted manually. “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p.
Menu Settings Setting Details TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF Automatically adjusts focus and brightness based on the subjects’ faces or selected area. “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 61) FLASH Sets the flash to use. “FLASH” (A p. 135) SELF-TIMER Use this when taking a group photo. “Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)” (A p. 70) GAIN Enables selection of the ISO level. “GAIN” (A p.
Menu Settings SCENE SELECT BRIGHTNESS ADJUST Settings to suit the shooting condition can be selected. Operating Details “Scene Selection” (A p. 48) Adjusts the overall brightness of the screen. Operating Details “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 50) FOCUS SHUTTER SPEED Focus can be adjusted manually. Operating Details “Adjusting Focus Manually” (A p. 49) Shutter speed can be adjusted. Operating Details “Setting Shutter Speed” (A p.
Menu Settings FLASH SELF-TIMER For setting the flash. Use this when taking a group photo. Operating Details “Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)” (A p. 70) Setting Details OFF Flash does not fire. AUTO Flash fires automatically when the surrounding is dark. AUTO RED-EYE Fires a pre-flash to reduce red-eye effects. ON Fires flash at all times. SLOW SYNCHRO Fires flash at all times, and slows down the shutter speed to capture both the subject and background brightly.
Menu Settings AUTO REC CONT. SHOOTING SPEED Starts/stops recording automatically by sensing the changes in subject’s movement (brightness) within the red frame displayed on the LCD monitor. Operating Details “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 69) Sets the speed for continuous shooting. Setting HIGH SPEED SHUTTER MODE Details RECORD ONE SHOT Records one still image. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.
Menu Settings SMILE SHOT IMAGE SIZE Automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. Operating Details “Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT)” (A p. 62) Sets the image size (number of pixels) for still images. SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY Sets the items to display when faces are detected. Operating Details “Setting SMILE%/NAME DISPLAY” (A p. 58) FACE REGISTRATION Setting Details 3968X2976(11.8M) 2656X1992(5.3M) 2304X1728(4M) 1600X1200(1.9M) 640X480(0.
Menu Settings Main Menu for Video Playback You can delete or look for specific videos. Select video mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. . . 1 0 Tap “MENU”. . 3 The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Setting Details SEARCH DATE You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates. “Date Search” (A p. 79) PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p.
Menu Settings SEARCH DATE K2 TECHNOLOGY Narrows down the video index screen according to recording dates. Operating Details “Date Search” (A p. 79) Reproduces small or high-pitched sounds that cannot be recorded during recording, and plays back with a sound quality close to the original. PROTECT/CANCEL Protects files from being deleted accidently. Operating Details “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 86) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p.
Menu Settings Main Menu for Still Image Playback You can delete or look for specific still images. Select still image mode. 2 Tap q to select the playback mode. . . 1 0 Tap “MENU”. . 3 The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. Setting Details SEARCH DATE You can search and play videos or still images according to recording dates. “Date Search” (A p. 79) SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS (for GZ-HM860) Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback.
Menu Settings SEARCH DATE PROTECT/CANCEL Narrows down the still image index screen according to recording dates. Operating Details “Date Search” (A p. 79) Protects files from being deleted accidently. Operating Details “Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” (A p. 86) “Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” (A p. 86) SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS (for GZ-HM860) Sets the transition effects in slideshow playback.
Menu Settings Common Menu Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. . . 1 Setting Details CLOCK ADJUST Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. “Clock Setting” (A p. 20) “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 39) “Setting Daylight Saving Time” (A p. 40) DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the order of year, month, day and the time display format (24H/12H). “DATE DISPLAY STYLE” (A p. 144) LANGUAGE The language on the display can be changed.
Menu Settings Setting Details TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST” (A p. 149) 3D DISPLAY WARNING (for GZ-HM960) Sets whether to display warnings during 3D playback. “3D DISPLAY WARNING (for GZ-HM960)” (A p. 150) DISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. “DISPLAY ON TV” (A p. 150) VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. “VIDEO OUTPUT” (A p.
Menu Settings CLOCK ADJUST MONITOR BRIGHTNESS Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. Operating Details “Clock Setting” (A p. 20) “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling” (A p. 39) “Setting Daylight Saving Time” (A p. 40) Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the order of year, month, day and the time display format (24H/12H). 1 Tap “MENU”.
Menu Settings REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording media of videos. Sets the recording media of still images. Setting Setting Details Details BUILT-IN MEMORY Records videos to this unit's built-in memory. BUILT-IN MEMORY Records still images to this unit's built-in memory. SD CARD Records videos to the SD card. SD CARD Records still images to the SD card. Displaying the Item Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO”. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”.
Menu Settings OPERATION SOUND AUTO POWER OFF Turns on or off the operation sound. Prevents the situation of forgetting to turn off the power when this is set. Setting OFF Turns off the operation sound. ON Turns on the operation sound. Displaying the Item 1 Setting Details Tap “MENU”. Details OFF Power is not turned off even if this unit is not operated for 5 minutes. ON Turns off the power automatically if this unit is not operated for 5 minutes.
Menu Settings QUICK RESTART REMOTE Enables the power to turn on quickly when the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes. Enables remote control operation. Setting Details OFF Deactivates the function. ON Enables the power to turn on quickly when the LCD monitor is opened again within 5 minutes. Memo : 0 The power consumption within 5 minutes after the LCD monitor is closed is reduced. Setting Details OFF Disables remote control operation. ON Enables remote control operation.
Menu Settings DEMO MODE 3D LEVEL ADJUST (for GZ-HM960) Plays a demonstration of the special features of this unit. The 3D effect of 3D images may appear either too strong or too weak. In these cases, you can correct the 3D effect by adjusting the parallax (3D LEVEL ADJUST). Setting Details OFF Deactivates the function. ON Plays a demonstration of the special features of this unit. Displaying Demo Mode 0 0 A Remove the battery pack and SD card. B Connect the AC adapter.
Menu Settings TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST Adjusts the response position of the buttons on the touch screen. Tap “MENU”. . 1 0 Setting ends and returns to the menu screen. Caution : . 0 2 Do not tap areas other than the “+” mark during touch screen adjustment (steps 4 - 5). Doing so may cause the touch screen to malfunction. Memo : Tap “Q”. 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. . 0 0 Tap “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST”. .
Menu Settings 3D DISPLAY WARNING (for GZ-HM960) DISPLAY ON TV Sets whether to display warnings during 3D playback. Displays icons and date/time on a TV screen. Setting Setting Details Details OFF Hides 3D warning displays. OFF Does not display icons and date/time on TV. ON Shows 3D warning displays at a regular interval. ON Displays icons and date/time on TV. Displaying the Item Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “3D DISPLAY WARNING”. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “DISPLAY ON TV”.
Menu Settings VIDEO OUTPUT COMPONENT OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Sets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector. Setting 4:3 Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3). 16:9 Select this when connecting to a widescreen TV (16:9). Displaying the Item Details 480i Outputs at 480i. 1080i Outputs at 1080i. Displaying the Item 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “COMPONENT OUTPUT”. Tap “MENU”. . .
Menu Settings HDMI OUTPUT Displaying the Item Sets the output from the HDMI connector of this unit when it is connected to a TV. 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “HDMI OUTPUT”. o 3D Mode (for GZ-HM960) Details AUTO Output images according to the supported monitor input format. SIDE-BY-SIDE OUTPUT Outputs images from the HDMI connector in “SIDE-BY-SIDE OUTPUT” (960x1080ix2ch) regardless of the supported monitor input format.
Menu Settings HDMI CONTROL AUTO FINALIZE Sets whether to link operations with an HDMI-CEC compliant TV. Finalizes the discs created automatically so that they can be played back on compatible devices. Setting Details OFF Turns off linked operations. ON Turns on linked operations. Displaying the Item 1 Tap “MENU”. Setting Details OFF Allows data to be added to the created discs later, but they can only be played back on this unit.
Menu Settings FACTORY PRESET FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM. Returns all the settings to their default values. Deletes all files on the built-in memory. 1 Tap “MENU”. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the built-in memory. FILE + MANAGEMENT NO Deletes all files on the built-in memory and resets the folder and file numbers to "1". . Caution : 2 Tap “Q”. 0 0 All data on the built-in memory will be deleted when it is formatted. Copy all files on the built-in memory to a computer before formatting.
Menu Settings FORMAT SD CARD ERASE ALL DATA Deletes all files on the SD card. Execute this process when disposing of this unit or passing it to another person. Setting Details FILE Deletes all files on the SD card. FILE + MANAGEMENT NO Deletes all files on the SD card and resets the folder and file numbers to "1". 1 Tap “MENU”. 2 Tap “Q”. 3 Tap “ERASE ALL DATA”. 4 Tap “YES”. 0 0 0 Not available for selection when no SD card is inserted.
Names of Parts Rear . Front POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge) Lamp . 1 1 0 2 Takes a still image. Zoom/Volume Lever 0 0 0 3 During shooting: Adjusts the shooting range. During playback (index screen): Moves to the next or previous page. During video playback: Adjusts the volume. 3D Button (for GZ-HM960) Switches the playback image and display on the LCD monitor between 3D and 2D. “Playing Back 3D Images (for GZ-HM960)” (A p.
Names of Parts Interior . Bottom 1 Speaker . 0 1 Tripod Mounting Hole “Tripod Mounting” (A p. 22) 2 SD Card Slot Insert an optional SD card. “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 16) 0 3 2 4 Connects to computer using a USB cable. HDMI Connector 0 Connects to an HDMI TV. USER Button Activates preset functions. “Setting the USER Button” (A p. 71) 0 Battery Release Lever “Charging the Battery Pack” (A p. 15) USB Connector 0 3 Outputs audio sound during video playback.
Names of Parts . LCD Monitor 1 LCD Monitor Turns the power on/off by opening and closing. Enables self-portraits to be taken by rotating the monitor. . 0 0 “Using the Touch Screen” (A p. 18) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” (A p. 19) Caution : 0 Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact. Doing so may damage or break the screen.
Indications on the LCD monitor Video Recording . . Common Recording Indications 1 TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF 1 “Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 61) 2 Backlight Compensation “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 157) 2 “Setting Backlight Compensation” (A p. 53) 3 Auto REC “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” (A p. 69) 4 Tele Macro “Taking Close-up Shots” (A p. 54) 5 Scene Select “Scene Selection” (A p.
Indications on the LCD monitor Video Playback . Still Image Recording 1 “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 157) . 1 Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 157) 2 Image Size “IMAGE SIZE” (A p. 137) 3 GAIN “GAIN” (A p. 135) 4 CONT. SHOOTING SPEED “CONT. SHOOTING SPEED” (A p. 136) 5 Self-Timer “Taking Group Shots (Self-timer)” (A p. 70) 6 Flash “FLASH” (A p.
Indications on the LCD monitor . Still Image Playback 1 Still Image Mode “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p. 157) 2 Folder Number 3 File Number 4 Date/Time “Clock Setting” (A p. 20) 5 Media “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE” (A p. 145) 6 Battery Indicator “Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power” (A p. 72) 7 External Storage Playback “Playing Back with a DVD Writer” (A p. 99) “Playing Back with an External Blu-ray Drive” (A p. 104) “Playing Back Files in the USB External Hard Disk Drive” (A p.
Troubleshooting Battery Pack Recording Unable to turn on the power when using the battery pack. Recording cannot be performed. Recharge the battery pack. “Charging the Battery Pack” (A p. 15) If the terminal of this unit or the battery pack is dirty, wipe it with a cotton swab or something similar. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to use JVC battery packs. Check the A/B button. “A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” (A p.
Troubleshooting Card Cannot insert the SD card. Make sure not to insert the card in the wrong direction. “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 16) Unable to copy to SD card. To record to the card, it is necessary to perform media settings. “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO” (A p. 145) “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE” (A p. 145) To use cards that have been used on other devices, it is necessary to format (initialize) the card using “FORMAT SD CARD” from media settings. “FORMAT SD CARD” (A p. 155) Playback Sound or video is interrupted.
Troubleshooting Editing/Copying Computer Unable to delete file. Unable to copy files to the computer's HDD. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files” (A p. 86) If the SD card is write protected, set it to off. Connect the USB cable correctly. “Backing Up All Files” (A p. 115) If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 3 (3 BE) is not installed, some functions may not work properly.
Troubleshooting Screen/Image Other Problems The LCD monitor is difficult to see. The image is grainy. The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight. When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally enlarged. A band or a ball of bright light appears on the LCD monitor. This unit heats up. Change the direction of this unit to prevent the light source from coming into view.
Troubleshooting Error Message? SET DATE/TIME! THIS FILE IS PROTECTED Switch off the “PROTECT/CANCEL” function in the “EDIT” menu. “Protecting Files” (A p. 86) Connect the AC adapter, charge the battery for more than 24 hours and set the clock. (If the message still appears, the clock battery is exhausted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.) “Clock Setting” (A p. 20) CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH COMMUNICATION ERROR Delete files, or move files to a computer or other devices.
Troubleshooting “Improving the Communication” (A p. 24) Check the registered device and register again. “Registering a Bluetooth-compliant Device” (A p. 25) Refer to the instruction manual of the connected device.
Maintenance Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : 0 Be sure to detach the battery pack, AC adapter, and power plug before performing any maintenance. Camcorder 0 0 Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent. Caution : 0 0 0 Do not use benzene or thinner.
Specifications Camera Item Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V Using battery pack: DC 3.6 V Power consumption (GZ-HM960) 3D Display on LCD Monitor 4.6 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) 4.7 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter)) 2D Display on LCD Monitor 4.1 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) 4.5 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter)) (GZ-HM860) 3.7 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) 4.
Specifications Connectors AC Adapter (AC-V11U) (for GZ-HM860) Item Details HDMI output connector HDMI mini connector (x.v.Color compatible) Component output connector Y, Pb, Pr component output Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω Pb/Pr: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω AV output connector USB connector Item Details Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 5.2 V, 1 A Allowable operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) during charging) Video output: 1.
