JVC GC-XA1 Operating and maintenance manual

GC-XA1
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Safety Precautions
NOTES:
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WARNING:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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5IJTFRVJQNFOUHFOFSBUFTVTFTBOEDBOSBEJBUF
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Declaration of Conformity
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Cautions
— Read Before Use —
Notes on this equipment
t The camera shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunshine, re or the like.
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t The battery is not charged when purchased. Charge
the battery before using it for the rst time.
t Do not or subject it to excessive shock or vibration.
t Before recording, be sure to conduct a trial
recording.
t Store the recorded data periodically on computer.
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t Do not press against the surface of the screen with
force or subject it to strong impact.
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t When using the unit in a low temperature
environment (-10°C (-50°F) or below), the operating
time may be shortened, or it may not function
properly.
Precautions on Using Wi-Fi
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t Radio wave interference by Bluetooth devices
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UIJTQSPEVDUOFBSTVDIEFWJDFTNBZDBVTFSBEJPXBWF
JOUFSGFSFODFBOESFTVMUJOBESPQJODPNNVOJDBUJPO
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QPXFSPGEFWJDFTUIBUBSFOPUJOVTF
Security of Wireless LAN
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BTSBEJPXBWFTQFOFUSBUFUISPVHIPCKFDUTTVDIBT
XBMMTXJUIJOUIFSBOHFUIBUUIFZDPWFSTFDVSJUZ
JTTVFTTVDIBTJOUFSDFQUJPOPGUSBOTNJTTJPOPS
JMMFHBMBDDFTTNBZBSJTFJGTFDVSJUZTFUUJOHTBSFOPU
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JOBXJSFMFTT-"/FOWJSPONFOUSFBEUISPVHIUIF
JOTUSVDUJPONBOVBMGPSUIFXJSFMFTT-"/EFWJDFJOVTF
BOEDPOöHVSFUIFTFDVSJUZTFUUJOHTBDDPSEJOHMZ
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BDDFTTUPUIFOFUXPSL
t %VFUPUIFEFTJHOPGXJSFMFTT-"/OPUFUIBU
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Radio Waves Used by this Product
This product makes use of radio waves in the
ISM band (2.4 GHz).
Although a radio station license is not required
for using this product, please take note of the
following.
t Do not use this product near the following
places
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t 4QFDJöFEMPXQPXFSSBEJPTUBUJPOTSBEJP
TUBUJPOMJDFOTFOPUSFRVJSFE
t #MVFUPPUIEFWJDFT
&RVJQNFOUTVDIBTUIFBCPWFNFOUJPOFEEFWJDFT
NBLFTVTFPGUIFTBNFGSFRVFODZCBOEXJEUIBT
UIBUPG8J'J
6TJOHUIJTQSPEVDUOFBSUIFBCPWFFRVJQNFOU
NBZDBVTFSBEJPXBWFJOUFSGFSFODFBOE
SFTVMUJODPNNVOJDBUJPOGBJMVSFPSBESPQJO
DPNNVOJDBUJPOTQFFE
t Avoid using this product near a TV or radio
set.
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GSFRVFODZCBOEXJEUIUIBUJTEJòFSFOUGSPN
UIBUPG8J'JBOEUIFSFGPSFIBTOPFòFDUPO
DPNNVOJDBUJPOCZUIJTQSPEVDUPSUIF57
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CZUIF8J'JQSPEVDUNBZDBVTFOPJTFUPPDDVSJO
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t Radio signals are unable to penetrate through
reinforced steel, metal, or concrete.
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t Do not connect to wireless networks that you
do not have authorization for.
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t The cover for the ports must be rmly
closed.
t Do not use this product in water deeper
than 5 m (16 ft).
t Do not use in the following locations:
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in hot springs or water of 40°C (104°F) or higher.
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— Maintenance After Use —
t After use in water or or a dusty environment,
rinse the camera as soon as possible with still
fresh water in basin.
t Always keep the lens clean and wipe the
water droplets o the camera with a soft
and dry cloth.
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area.
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guaranteed in all environments or
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—CAUTION—
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure
guidelines, use only the supplied antenna.
Unauthorized antenna, modication, or
attachments could damage the transmitter and
may violate FCC regulations. This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may Cause
undesired operation.
ATTENTION: The product you have purchased is
powered by a rechargeable battery
that is recyclable.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this
battery. (USA and Canada only)

5
Tour of Your Camera
[Record]/[SET] Button
Microphone
Speaker
LCD Monitor
Lens
[Wide]/[Previous]
Button
Power/Charge
Light
[Tele]/[Next] Button
Power Button
Tripod Mounting
Socket
[MENU]/[Delete]
Button
Mini USB 2.0 Port (Inside)
HDMI Mini Connector (inside)
[Playback]/[Exit] Button
Port/Slot Cover Latch
Battery Slot (inside)
SD Slot (inside)
Tripod Mounting
Socket
Strap Hook
Protect from dropping with
a strap or similar measures.

Accessories part
Battery USB cable
Screen Protect Film
Spare mountFlexible mount
Notice:
1. Remove any dirt or moisture before attaching accessories.
Lens cover Screw and screwdriver
Goggle mount

Attaching goggle mount
Replacing exible mount
Removing lens cover
1. Lift the tabs on the rubber side and insert
the belt.
. Secure with four screws.
urn the nob in the direction indicated.
Remove the mount when it is completely
loose.
Press in on the protrusions to remove the lens
cover from the camera.

Getting Started
nsert the memory card
1. Slide the latch and open the cover.
2. Insert the SD card (Optional) into the slot until
it locks properly.
3. To remove the SD card, press inward to release
it and gently pull it out.
harge the Li ion battery
1. A blinking light will indicate active charging.
2. In adapter charging mode, the full charging time
for a depleted battery is about 5 hours and the
light will turn off automatically after the charging
is completed.
3. In PC USB charging mode, a longer charging
time is required.
1Load the battery
1. Slide the latch and open the cover.
2. Insert the battery according to the correct
polarity marks (+ or -).
ow to set the cloc
1. Press the MENU button
2. Select [Time Setting] and then press /
for Year, Month, Day, Hour, and Minute.
3. Press [SET ] to go for next.
Guide
1. Connect the camera to a computer.
2. Open [WiVideo ] Drive, then double click
[Start.pdf]
Note: Adobe Reader must be installed to read PDF
Supported S card
-Panasonic -TOSHIBA -SanDisk
PC USB
charging mode
1
Adapter charging mode
(Please use JVC
authenticated adapter
AC-V10LU)
Using one with an output higher
than 5 V risks breakdown.


To access menu
 Press to open the option menu.
 Use / to change
between the options. (e.g.
VIDEO/PHOTO MODE,
WIFI, RESOLUTION, WHITE
BALANCE).
To review videos/
photos
 Press to go to the Playback
Mode. You can view or delete

1
3
2
4
5
To power on
 Hold it for 2 second.
 After idling for 5 minutes,
the camera will turn off
automatically.
To record
 In Video Mode, press to take
video. In Photo Mode, press to
take photo.
To zoom in or out
 +:Zoom In. -:Zoom out.
1
2
3
4
5
Record & Play


1PC: Install WiVideo
 Use camera to install [WiVideo] on
PC by plugging USB cable. If there is
no Auto-Installation, please go to [My

WiVideo is the software to connect the camera with PC.
1
3
4
2
5
2PC: Unplug the USB cable
3Camera: Enable WiFi to PC
 Press [MENU] Button Select [ WiFi ],
then press [SET] Button to enter its menu.
 Select [ WiFi to PC ] to turn on Wi-Fi. The
camera screen will show the Wi-Fi ID and
Password.
 (The default password is 0000. Wi-Fi ID and
password can be edited on WiVideo via USB
connection.)
4
PC: Connect to Camera
 Click [Detect Wi-Fi Camera] to search
camera.
 Enter the Wi-Fi ID and Password shown on
camera to the WiVideo window.
NOTE: WiVideo is for Windows®based systems only.
WiFi to PC


NOTE: WiVideo is for Windows®based systems only.
Active Mode Function
WiFi/USB
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

WiFi
Watch live video
Watch live streaming from your camera on your PC.
 Use this camera as a remote home monitor.
WiFi
Wireless webcam for Skype/MSN
 Change the video/audio setting of your Skype/MSN.
 Select WiVideo Camera, which indicates your
camera.
USB
Account Setting
 Set up your social website account information
and save to your camera
.
USB
WiFi Setup
 
camera.
 Name your camera and create your security password.
WiVideo Function

1
System Mode Page
Android
Connect via AP
11
Connect via Mobile Hotspot
12
iPhone/iPad
Connect via AP
13
Connect via Mobile Hotspot
14
Connect Directly to Camera
15
Note: Before proceed any connection bwteen Mobile and Camera,

WiVideo (Enter SSID and Password).
WiFi Modes to Mobile
NOTE: WiVideo is for Windows®based systems only.

1
Mobile: Install WiVideo
 WiVideo is a software to connect wireless
between camera and mobile/tablet.
      
onto mobile/tablet.
Mobile: Connect to Access Point
 
[Wi-Fi settings]  [Wi-Fi]
(Enable WiFi and connect to AP)
Camera: Connect to Same AP
  
[WiFi to Mobile ] to scan available AP

 Note: Refer to CD manual section 7 to set up
hotspot password into Camera.
4
Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP
      
      
is 0000 and it can be edited via WiVideo APP

1
2
3
[MENU] Button
[SET] Button
WiFi to Mobile (Android: AP Mode)
1
2
3
4

1
Mobile: Install WiVideo
 WiVideo is a software to connect wireless
between camera and mobile/tablet.
      
onto mobile/tablet.
Mobile: Enable Mobile Hotspot/AP
 
 Enable mobile hotspot/AP
Note: operation may vary, please refer to each
individual model.
Camera: Connect to Hotspot/AP
  
[WiFi to Mobile ] to scan available AP

 Note: Refer to CD manual section 7 to set up
hotspot password into Camera.
4
Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP
      
      
is 0000 and it can be edited via WiVideo APP

1
2
3
[MENU] Button
[SET] Button
WiFi to Mobile (Android: Mobile Hotspot Mode)
1
2
3
4

1
Mobile: Install WiVideo
 WiVideo is a software to connect wireless
between camera and mobile/tablet.
 Download WiVideo APP from App Store onto
iPhone/ iPad.
Mobile: Connect to Access Point
  ]
 Enable WiFi and connect to AP
Camera: Connect to Same AP
  
[WiFi to Mobile ] to scan available AP

 Note: Refer to CD manual section 7 to set up
AP password into Camera.
4
Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP
      
      
is 0000 and it can be edited via WiVideo APP

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[MENU] Button
[SET] Button
WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: AP Mode)
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Mobile: Install WiVideo
 WiVideo is a software to connect wireless
between camera and mobile/tablet.
 Download WiVideo APP from App Store onto
iPhone/iPad.
Mobile: Enable Personal Hotspot
  ]
 Enable [Personal Hotspot]
Camera: Connect to Hotspot
  
[WiFi to Mobile ] to scan available AP
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 Note: Refer to CD manual section 7 to set up
hotspot password into Camera.
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Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP
      
      
is 0000 and it can be edited via WiVideo APP
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[MENU] Button
[SET] Button
WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: Mobile Hotspot Mode)
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Mobile: Install WiVideo
 WiVideo is a software to connect wireless
between camera and mobile/tablet.
 Download WiVideo APP from App Store onto
your iPhone/ iPad.
Camera: Enable Direct Mode
        
choose [WiFi to Mobile   

Mobile: Connect to Camera
  ]
 Select camera ID to connect
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Mobile: Remote Control Camera
      
      
is 0000 and it can be edited via WiVideo APP
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[MENU]
[SET] Button
WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: Direct Mode)
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Problem/Situation Remediation/Solution
Cannot turn on the camera/ The
power turns off suddenly. Battery pack is weak or depleted. Recharge the battery pack.
Camera cannot be turned on
after plugging power adapter.
Please make sure that you use the JVC original power adapter and
connect it to the power outlet correctly.
Wi-Fi icon does not appear after
activating Wi-Fi. Battery is low. Recharge the battery pack.
The camera is frozen. Please remove the battery/unplug the adapter. Then, insert the
battery/plug the adapter and turn on the camera again.
When the camera is connected
to the PC via USB cable, many
Autoplay windows may pop out.
They indicate the disks of the
camera.
“DV” indicates the internal memory of the camera.
“Removable Disk” indicates the external memory (memory card
installed in the camera).
“WiVideo” indicates the bundled program. Please double-click it to
start installation automatically.
The LCD shows “Connection
Failed”.

want to connect.
The camera is not in the wireless network service area or weak
network signal. Please make sure the Access Point is able to access
the Internet.
The camera does not support the type of encryption used on the
AP device.
The social websites update their websites without notice. Please visit
the website to update your account setting or upgrade your camera

Wi-Fi connections break off.
The camera disables any Wi-Fi connection three minutes after
shooting starts. Use the menu to re-enable it.
Reconnect in a clear radio environment. Remember that the
communication speed drops, interfering with connection, if the
receiver is too far away, there is something in between blocking
communications, or there is a microwave or wireless equipment in
use nearby.
Connecting a USB cable stops
photography. Photography is
not possible with a USB cable
connected.
Only time lapse and endless recording are available with a USB cable
connected. (Endless recording is limited to 720p 30 fps.)
There is no HDMI output. HDMI output is disabled during photography.
The thermometer icon appears. Turn off the camera and allow it time to cool down.
Trouble Shooting

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