JVC Everio GZ-HM30AA Operating and maintenance manual

CAMCORDER
GZ-HM30AA
Basic User Guide
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on p. 2 and p. 21 to ensure safe
use of this product.
.Detailed User Guide
A “Basic User Guide” (this manual) and a “Detailed User Guide” are available for this
product.
For more details on operating this product, please refer to the “Detailed User Guide”
at the following website.
ohttp://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/
o
You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM.
LYT2288-001B-M
EN
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Information

Safety Precautions
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on
both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able
to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
NOTES:
•The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or theback of the main unit.
•The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
•The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
•If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from this unit or AC Adapter, shut it down and
unplug it immediately. Continue using the unit or
AC Adapter under these conditions could lead to
fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer.
Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
•To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
•When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
•In certain areas, use the conversion plug
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
WARNING:
The battery pack, this unit with battery installed,
and the remote control with battery installed
should not be exposed to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo, Sony or
Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
•Dispose of used battery promptly.
•Keep away from children.
•
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock
or damage to the
unit, first firmly insert
the small end of the
power cord into the
AC Adapter until it is
no longer wobbly, and
then plug the larger
end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
•Remove the mains plug immediately if this unit
functions abnormally.
2For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Remember that this unit is intended for
private consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Trademarks
• "AVCHD", "AVCHD" logo, "AVCHD Lite" and
"AVCHD Lite" logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• x.v.Colour™ is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
• HDMI™ is a trademark of HDMI
Licensing, LLC.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Windows®is either registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
• iMovie and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• YouTube™ and the YouTube logo are
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
YouTube LLC.
•
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi, Inc.
•
Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also
a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to this unit and to the user.
Carrying or holding this unit by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage
to the unit.
CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, etc.) to this unit
and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended,
as tripping on the cables will cause the unit to fall,
resulting in damage.
If this symbol is shown, it is only valid
in the European Union.
Make a backup of important recorded data
JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is
recommended to copy your important recorded
data to a disc or other recording media for storage.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/ 3

Contents
Safety Precautions ............................... 2
Verifying the Accessories .................... 4
Names of Parts and Functions ............. 5
IGetting Started ........................... 6
Charging the Battery Pack ................... 6
Grip Adjustment ................................... 7
Using as a Hand Strap ......................... 7
Video Quality ....................................... 7
Inserting an SD Card ........................... 8
Clock Setting ..................................... 10
IRecording ................................. 12
Video Recording ................................ 12
IPlayback ................................... 13
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
........................................................... 13
Playing Back on TV ............................ 14
ICopying .................................... 16
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR ............................... 16
IFurther Information ................... 17
Operating the Menu ........................... 17
Recordable Time ............................... 18
Troubleshooting ................................. 19
Cautions ............................................ 21
Specifications .................................... 23
.Detailed User Guide
A “Basic User Guide” (this manual) and a “Detailed User Guide” are available for this product.
For more details on operating this product, please refer to the “Detailed User Guide” at the
following website.
ohttp://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/
o
You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM.
Verifying the Accessories
AC Adapter
AC-V10M *1 Power Cord *1 Battery Pack BN-VG107E
USB Cable
(Type A - Mini Type B)
....
AV Cable CD-ROM *2 Basic User Guide
(this manual)
...
0SD cards are sold separately. For details on the types of cards that can be used on this
unit, refer to p. 8.
*1 When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available
converter plug for the country or region of visit.
*2 To use the CD-ROM, refer to the “Installing the Provided Software” section in the
“Detailed User Guide”.
4For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Names of Parts and Functions
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ALens Cover
BMonaural Microphone
CLCD Monitor
Turns the power on/off by opening and
closing.
DSpeaker
EACCESS (Access) Lamp
Lights up/blinks during recording or
playback.
FPOWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)
Lamp (p. 6)
GL (Play/Record) Button
Switches between recording and
playback modes.
HUP/< Button
UP :Scrolls/moves cursor on the
icons upward
<:Reverse search
IDOWN/> Button
DOWN :Scrolls/moves cursor on the
icons downward
>:Forward search
JOK/INFO Button
Confirms the selection. / Displays
information as follows.
Recording :Displays the remaining
time and battery power.
Playback :Displays file information
such as recording date.
KAV Connector (p. 15, 16)
LMENU Button (p. 17)
MHDMI Mini Connector (p. 14)
NUSB Connector
OZoom/Volume Lever / Index (u)
(p. 12, 13)
Pi.AUTO (Intelligent Auto) Button
(p. 12)
QDC Connector (p. 6)
RSTART/STOP Button (Video
Recording) (p. 12) /
d/e (Play/Pause) Button (Video
Playback) (p. 13)
SStrap Lock (p. 7)
TLens Cover Switch (p. 12)
UGrip Belt (p. 7)
VTripod Mounting Hole
WSD Card Slot (p. 8)
XBattery Release Lever (p. 6)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/ 5

Charging the Battery Pack
.
(Base)
To detach the battery pack
Charging finished:
Goes out
Charging in progress:
Blinks
Charging Lamp
Plug in the power.
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)
AC Adapter
Cover
Connect the DC
connector.
Mark
Align the top of the battery
with the mark on this unit,
and slide in until the battery
clicks into place.
The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.
Attach the battery pack.
CAUTION
Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
0If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and
performance cannot be guaranteed.
0Charging time: Approx. 1 h 50 m (using supplied battery pack)
* The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C. If the battery pack is charged
outside the room temperature range of 10°C to 35°C, charging may take a longer time
or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may also be shortened under
some usage conditions such as at low temperature.
0Charging is also possible with a USB cable. (Refer to Detailed User Guide.)
Getting Started
6For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Grip Adjustment
.
Close the lever
Adjust the length
of the belt
Open the lever on
the strap lock
Using as a Hand Strap
Adjust the length of the belt and loop it around your wrist.
.
Video Quality
This unit can perform recording in both high and standard definition.
By default, it is set to high definition (LS).
oTo change the setting
APress MENU.
BPress UP/< or DOWN/> to select “VIDEO QUALITY” and press OK/INFO.
CPress UP/< or DOWN/> to select the video quality.
DPress OK/INFO. (Setting complete)
High Definition LS (16:9) Higher video quality
LE (16:9)
.
Standard Definition SSW (16:9) SS (4:3)
SEW (16:9) SE (4:3) More recording time
* For the approximate video recording time, refer to p. 18.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/ 7
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Inserting an SD Card
Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.
.
Tu r n off the power of this unit before
inserting or removing a card.
(Base)
Label
Insert an SD card.
Open the cover.Close the LCD monitor.
When the LCD monitor is closed, the unit turns off.
oTo remove the card
Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight.
.
(Base)
NOTE
Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.
Manufacturer Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, Eye-Fi*
Video A
Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) /
Class 4 or higher compatible SDXC card (Max. 64 GB)
Eye-Fi Eye-Fi Connect X2 / Eye-Fi Explore X2 / Eye-Fi Pro X2
*Only the specified models may be used. Refer to the Detailed User Guide for
details.
0Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified above
may result in recording failure or data loss.
0To protect the data, do not touch the terminals of the SD card.
0Eye-Fi manufactures SD memory cards with wireless LAN function.
8For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

To select/move cursor towards up/left or down/
right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.
oTo use SD cards that have been
used on other devices
Format (initialize) the card using
“FORMAT SD CARD” from media
settings.
All data on the card will be deleted
when it is formatted. Copy all files
on the card to a computer before
formatting.
APress MENU.
BSelect “MEDIA SETTINGS” and
press OK.
CSelect “FORMAT SD CARD” and
press OK.
.
FORMAT SD CARD
DSelect “FILE” and press OK.
.
FILE
FORMAT SD CARD
ESelect “YES” and press OK.
FAfter formatting, press OK.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/ 9
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Information

Clock Setting
To select/move cursor towards up/left or down/
right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.
.
1Open the LCD monitor.
.
0The unit turns on. When the LCD
monitor is closed, the unit turns off.
2Select “YES” and press OK when
“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed.
.
NOYES
SET DATE/TIME!
3Set the date and time.
.
20111 1 10 00
TIMEDATE
CLOCK SETTING
0Press UP/< or DOWN/> to adjust the
setting value and press OK to confirm
it. The cursor moves to the next item.
0Repeat this step to input the year,
month, day, hour, and minute.
4Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select the
region where you live and press OK.
0The city name and time difference are
displayed.
.
GMT
CLOCK/AREA SETTING
oTo return to the previous screen
Press MENU.
10 For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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To reset the clock
Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST”
from the menu.
APress MENU.
BSelect “CLOCK ADJUST” and
press OK.
.
CLOCK ADJUST
CSelect “CLOCK SETTING” and
press OK.
.
CLOCK SETTING
CLOCK ADJUST
0The subsequent setting operations
are the same as steps 3 - 4 on the
previous page.
To change the display language
The language on the display can be
changed.
APress MENU.
BSelect “DISPLAY SETTINGS”
and press OK.
.
DISPLAY SETTINGS
CSelect “LANGUAGE” and press
OK.
.
LANGUAGE
DSelect the desired language and
press OK.
NOTE
0“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed when you turn on this unit after it has not been
used for a prolonged period.
Charge this unit for more than 24 hours before setting the clock.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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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.
*
In case of specific shooting scenes such as backlight (C), night view (B), person (A) etc., its
icon is displayed on the screen.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
.
(Telephoto)(Wide angle)
Zooming
Press again to stop.
Start recording.
The mode changes between Intelligent
Auto and Manual with every press.
If the mode is HManual, press the
Sbutton to switch.
Check if the recording mode is PIntelligent Auto.
Open the
lens cover.
Zoom ratio setting depends on the setting
of “VIDEO QUALITY”. (P.23)
oIndications during video recording
.
0:00:00 [000:22]
Battery Indicator
Recording Media
Recording in Progress
Record-Standby
Remaining Recording Time
Video Quality
Scene Counter
Image Stabilizer
NOTE
0The estimated recording time of the supplied battery pack is approximately 40
minutes. (p. 18)
0Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp
is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.
Recording
12 For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display).
.
2011
Tu r n up the
volume
Tu r n down the
volume
Volume adjustment
To select/move cursor towards up/left or
down/right, press the button UP/< or DOWN/>.
Select the desired video and press
[d/e].
Select the playback mode.
0Press L again to return to the recording mode.
0Videos recorded in high definition and standard definition are displayed on the index
screen separately. Set “VIDEO QUALITY” in the recording menu to “LS” or “LE” to view
the videos recorded in high definition, or to “SSW”, “SS”, “SEW”, or “SE” to view the
videos recorded in standard definition, before selecting the playback mode. (p. 7)
oTo delete selected files from
the index screen
A
Press MENU, select “DELETE” and
press OK.
B
Select “FILE SELECT” and press OK.
C
Press UP/< or DOWN/> to select files
and press OK.
D
Press MENU, select “EXECUTE” and
press OK to confirm deletion.
E
After deleting is complete, press OK.
oUsable operation buttons/levers during playback
During video playback During video pause
d/ePause Playback
Zoom u- Stop (returns to thumbnail display)
Zoom T / Vol.+ Increases volume level -
Zoom W / Vol.- Decreases volume level -
UP/< Reverse search Frame-by-frame playback in reverse
direction
DOWN/> Forward search Frame-by-frame playback in forward
direction
Playback
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Information

Playing Back on TV
1Connect to a TV.
* Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.
0Turn off the power.
oPlaying back in HD quality
If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI
connector.
Connecting to the HDMI connector
.
HDMI Connector
Input
TV
HDMI Cable
(Optional)
To HDMI Mini
Connector
NOTE
0For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV’s
manufacturer.
0Use a High Speed HDMI Cable as the HDMI mini cable.
14 For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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oPlaying back in standard quality
If you are using a conventional TV, you can play back in standard quality by connecting
to the AV connector.
Connecting to the AV connector
.
Red
White
Ye l low
TV
Audio Input (R)
Audio Input (L)
Video Input
Video Input
AV Cable (Provided)
To AV Connector
2Connect the AC adapter.
0This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
3Select the TV input switch.
4Play back a file. (p. 13)
oTo play back with date/time display
Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the “CONNECTION SETTINGS” menu to “ON”.
Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to “ON”.
oWhen images look unnatural on the TV
Images do not appear on the TV
properly.
0Disconnect the cable and connect again.
0Turn off and on this unit again.
Images are projected vertically on
the TV.
0Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “CONNECTION
SETTINGS” menu to “4:3”.
Images are projected horizontally
on the TV.
0Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.
The color of images looks strange. 0When the video was recorded with “x.v.Color” set
to “ON”, change the setting as desired on TV.
0Adjust the TV’s screen accordingly.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR
You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR.
Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.
1Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.
0Turn off the power.
.
VCR/DVD Recorder
Audio Input (R)
Audio Input (L)
Video Input
Video Input
Red
White
Ye l low
To DC Connector
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)
AC Adapter
AV Cable (Provided)
To AV Connector
0This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
2Press L (Play/Record) to select the playback mode.
.
3Prepare to record.
Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder
0Switch to a compatible external input.
0Insert a DVD-R or video tape.
Preparation on this unit
0Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “CONNECTION
SETTINGS” menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or “16:9”) of the connecting TV.
0
To include the date during dubbing, set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the “CONNECTION
SETTINGS” menu to “ON”. Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to “ON”.
4Start recording.
0Start playback on this unit and press the record button on the recorder.
0After playback is complete, stop the recording.
Copying
16 For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Operating the Menu
You can configure various settings using
the menu.
To select/move cursor towards up/
left or down/right, press the button
UP/< or DOWN/>.
.
1Press MENU.
2Select the desired menu and press
OK.
.
GAIN UP
3Select the desired setting and
press OK.
.
AUTO SLOW-SHUTTER
oTo return to the previous screen
Press MENU.
0For more information on the
settings, refer to the Detailed User
Guide.
.
Customer Support Information
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.
JVC (for inquires regarding this unit)
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service
Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the
following information ready.
• Product Name, Model, Serial Number, Problem, Error Message
•
Computer (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB/GB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB))
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your computer, or questions regarding specifications
or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.
Pixela (for inquires regarding the provided software)
Region Language Phone #
USA and Canada English [phone] (toll-free)
Europe (UK, Germany, France,
and Spain) English/German/French/Spanish [phone] (toll-free)
Other Countries in Europe English/German/French/Spanish [phone]
Asia (Philippines) English [phone]
nihCanihC ese10800-163-0014 (toll-free)
Homepage: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.
Further Information
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Recordable Time
You can check the video recording time by pressing the OK/INFO button.
Approximate Video Recording Time
Quality SDHC/SDXC Card
4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB
LS 40 m 1 h 30 m 3 h 10 m 6 h 30 m 9 h 30 m 13 h
LE 1 h 50 m 3 h 40 m 7 h 20 m 15 h 10 m 22 h 20 m 30 h 20 m
SSW/SS 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 5 h 40 m 11 h 30 m 17 h 23 h
SEW/SE 2 h 50 m 5 h 50 m 11 h 40 m 23 h 50 m 35 h 10 m 47 h 40 m
0LS/LE: High definition (1280 x 720 pixels, 16:9)
0SSW/SEW: Standard definition (720 x 576 pixels, 16:9)
0SS/SE: Standard definition (720 x 576 pixels, 4:3)
0The approximate recording time is only a guide. The actual recording time may shorten
depending on the shooting environment.
Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)
Battery Pack Actual Recording Time Continuous Recording Time
BN-VG107E 40 m 1 h 5 m
BN-VG114E 1 h 15 m 2 h 10 m
BN-VG121E 1 h 55 m 3 h 15 m
0The above are values when “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “3” (standard).
0The actual recording time may be shorter if zooming is used or if recording is stopped
repeatedly. (It is recommended to prepare battery packs ready for three times the
expected recording time.)
0When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even if the battery
pack is fully charged. (Replace the battery pack with a new one.)
18 For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems with this unit, check the following before requesting service.
1Refer to “Trouble” below.
2Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section in the “Detailed User Guide”.
If you have difficulties operating the unit, refer to the detailed descriptions in the
“Detailed User Guide”.
0http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/
0You can also access the website from the supplied CD-ROM.
3Refer to the FAQ of new products on JVC’s website.
0http://www.jvc.com/
4This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external
noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning
properly.
In such a case, reset the unit.
ATurn off the power. (Close the LCD monitor.)
BRemove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them, and
this unit powers on automatically.
5If the above do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC
service center.
Trouble
Trouble Action Page
Power
POWER/CHARGE lamp
starts blinking when the
monitor is closed.
0The battery pack is being charged. 6
Recording
Recording cannot be
performed.
0Set to the recording mode with the L (Play/
Record) button.
13
Recording stops
automatically.
0Turn off this unit, wait for a while, and turn it on
again. (This unit stops automatically to protect the
circuit when the temperature rises.)
-
0Recording stops automatically after 12 hours of
continuous recording. -
Playback
No date/time display. 0Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback
menu accordingly. -
Sound or video is
interrupted.
0Sometimes playback is interrupted at the
connecting section between two scenes. This is
not a malfunction.
-
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Desired files cannot be
found on the index screen
(thumbnail display).
0Set “VIDEO QUALITY” in the recording menu
accordingly before selecting the playback mode. 7
13
Other problems
The lamp does not flash
during battery pack
charging.
0Check the remaining battery power. (When the
battery pack is fully charged, the lamp does not
flash.)
6
0When charging in either a hot or cold
environment, ensure that battery is being
charged within the permitted temperature range.
(Otherwise, charging may stop to protect the
battery pack.)
6
This unit heats up. 0This is not a malfunction. (This unit may become
warm when used for a long time.) -
Warning Indications
Warning Indications Action Page
Warning Indications
RECORDING FAILURE
0Turn off and on this unit again. -
0If the above does not solve the problem, back up
your files and execute “FORMAT SD CARD” in
the “MEDIA SETTINGS” menu. (All data will be
deleted.)
-
DATA RECORDED FILE IS TOO
SMALL TO BE SAVED
0When recording is stopped with the recorded
time less than “0:00:00:14”, the video will not be
saved.
-
MEMORY CARD ERROR!
0Turn off and on this unit again. -
0Remove the AC adapter and battery pack, then
remove and re-insert the SD card. -
0Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals. -
0If the above does not solve the problem, back up
your files and execute “FORMAT SD CARD” in
the “MEDIA SETTINGS” menu. (All data will be
deleted.)
-
CHECK LENS COVER 0Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if
the lens cover is closed or when it is dark. -
20 For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/