JVC EVERIO GZ-HM690U User manual

LYT2259-OOIB-M
HD MEMORY CAMERA
GZ-H iVi690U/G Z-HiVi670U _--
GZ-H M650UIGZ-H iVi450U __=
GZ-HIVI440U
Basic User Guide
Everio
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on p. 2 and p. 28 to ensure safe
use of this product.
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.
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[] You can also access the website from the built-in application software of
this unit. (p. 22)
For Future Reference:
Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camera) and Serial No.
(located on the battery pack mount of the camera) below.
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Safety Precautions
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.
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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE,
NOTES:
®The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back 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.
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
(212°F) 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.
For USA-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium
Battery which contains Perchlorate Material
- special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlo rate
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 (3-15/16") 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.)
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 unlevet 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 this unit to fall,
resulting in damage.
CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
® Remove the mains plug immediately if the
camcorder functions abnormally.
WARNING:
The battery pack, the camcorder 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.
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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used,
use caution when
moving the cart/
apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way. such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
_ f this symbol is shown, it is only valid
in the European Union.
Remember that this unit is intended for
_rivate 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" {ogo "AVCHD Mte" and
"AVCHD Lite" Jogo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
" x.v.Color TM is atrademark of x.v.Color
Sony Corporation.
• HDMV M is a trademark of HDMI I_lm| °
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 TM and the YouTube logo are
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
YouTube LLC.
• InteL Intet Core, and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intet 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.
Make a backup of important recorded data
JVC wiJl not be responsiMe for any Jostdata. It is
recommended to copy your important recorded
data to a disc or other recording media for storage.
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Contents
Safety Precautions ............................... 2
Verifying the Accessories .................... 4
Names of Parts and Functions ............. 5
Names of Buttons and Functions on the
LCD Monitor ........................................ 6
Using the Touch Screen ...................... 7
I_Getting Started ........................... 8
Charging the Battery Pack ................... 8
Grip Adjustment ................................... 9
Using as a Hand Strap ......................... 9
Inserting an SD Card ........................... 9
Clock Setting ..................................... 12
Video Quality ..................................... 13
I_Recording ................................. 14
Video Recording ................................ 14
Still Image Recording ......................... 15
I_Playback ................................... 16
Playing Back!Deleting Files on this Unit
........................................................... 16
Playing Back on TV ............................ 17
_Copying .................................... 19
Copying Files ..................................... 19
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR ............................... 20
Copying to Computer ......................... 21
I_Further Information ................... 24
Operating the Menu ........................... 24
Recordable Time/Number of Images
........................................................... 25
Troubleshooting ................................. 26
Cautions ............................................ 28
Specifications .................................... 30
Model Differences ............................. 32
A"BasicUserGuide"(this manual)and a"DetailedUserGuide"areavailableforthis product.
Formoredetailsonoperatingthis product,pleaserefertothe "DetailedUserGuide"atthe
followingwebsite.
m http:flmanual.jvc.co.jplindex.htmll
[] You can also access the website from the built=in application software
of this unit. (p. 22)
Verifying the Accessories
USB Cable
AC Adapter Battery Pack (Type A- MiniType B) AV Cable
AC-Vl 1U* BN-VG114U QAM1313-001A/
QAM1369-001A
Basic UserGuide
(this manual) Optional Accessories
• Component Cable
QAM1266-001
• SD cards are sold separately. For details on the types of cards that can be used on this
unit, refer to p. 10.
• When usingtheACadapteroverseas, pleaseprepareacommerciallyavailableconverter
plug for the country or region of visit.
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Names of Parts and Functions
@
Lens Cover
2_ Light (GZ-HM690/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM650)
(3_Stereo Microphone
(4_LCD Monitor
Turns on/off the power by opening/
closing the LCD monitor.
_5_Speaker
_6_ACCESS (Access) Lamp
Lights up/blinks during recording or
playback.
q_ POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)
Lamp (p. 8)
(8_i.AUTO (Intelligent Auto) Button (p, 14)
Switches between Intelligent Auto and
Manual modes.
(9_USER (User) Button
@ 41a/a (Video/Still Image) Button
Switches between video and still image
modes.
@ INFO (Information) Button
Recording : Displays the remaining
time (for video only) and
battery power.
Playback : Displays file information
such as recording date.
@ AV Connector (p. 18, 20)
(i3__ (Power) Button
Press and hold to turn the power on/off
while the LCD monitor isopened.
@ HDMI Mini Connector (p. 17)
(i5)USB Connector (p. 23)
@ COMPONENT (Component) Connector
(p. 17)
@ ZoomNolume Lever (p. 14, 16)
_8)SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording)
Button (p. 15)
@ DO Connector (p. 8)
@ START/STOP (Video Recording)
Button (p. 14)
@ Lens Cover Switch (p. 14)
@ Grip Belt (p. 9)
@ Strap Lock (p. 9)
¢€ Tripod Mounting Hole
@ SD Card Slot (p. 9)
@ Battery Release Lever (p. 8)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
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Names of Buttons and Functions on the
LCD Monitor
The following screens are displayed during the video and still image modes, and operate as the
touch screens. (p. 7)
Face Short Cut Menu Button
Displays a short cut screen offace
recognition functions.
(_ Zoom Button
(3_Playback Mode Button
Switches to the playback mode.
(4_Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 14, 15)
: Video Recording Start Button
OII : Video Recording Stop Button
O : Stilllmage Recording Button
(5_Menu Button (p. 24)
(6_Display Button
Some displays disappear after
approximately 3 seconds. Press this button
to show the displays again. The displays
appear for approximately 3 seconds with
every press. Press and hold this button to fix
the displays, Press this button again to
release the displays.
Recording Mode Button
Switches to the recording mode.
2_ index Screen Button
(3_Delete Button
(4_Volume Adjustment Button (p. 16)
(5_Menu Button (p. 24)
(6_Operation Buttons (p, 16)
Recording Mode Button
Switches to the recording mode.
2_ index Screen Button
(3_Delete Button
(4_Menu Button (p. 24)
(5_Operation Buttons (p. 16)
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Date Button _ Help Button (p. 24)
Recording Mode Button (_ Menu Items (p. 24)
Switches to the recording mode. (3_Return Button
(3_Delete Button (4_Common/Basic Settings Button
(4_Playback Media Button (5_Close Button
Switches between SD card and built-in
memory or slot A and slot B (GZ-HM440).
_5_Menu Button (p. 24)
_6)Page Forward/Back Button
Using the Touch Screen
There are two ways to operate the touch screen, namely "tap" and "drag". The following
are some examples.
[] Tap the displayed button (icon) or thumbnail (file) on the touch screen to make selection.
[] Drag the thumbnails on the touch screen to search for the desired file.
RecordingScreen PlaybackScreen IndexScreen
[] [] [] [] [] r_
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Charging the Battery Pack
Attach the battery pack.
* The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.
Connect the DC
connector.
-Cover
-Mark
eAlign the top of the battery
with the mark on this unit,
and slide in until the battery
clicks into place.
Im To detach the !pack
(Base)
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110Vto 240V)
3 Plug in the
power.
harging Lamp Charging in progress:
Blinks
Charging finished:
Goes out
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Grip Adjustment
_1_Open the lever on _ Adjust the length _ Close the lever
the strap lock of the belt
Using as a Hand Strap
Adjust the length of the belt and loop it around your wrist.
Inserting an SD Card
[] GZ=HM690/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM450 (Models with Built-in Memory)
When acommercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made tothe card
without stopping when the remaining recording time onthe built-in memory runs out,
*To record to the card, it is necessary to perform media settings. (p. t t)
When no card is available, set media settings to "BUILT-IN MEMORY" for recording.
[ 1 Close the LeD monitor, i 2 Open the cover.
(Base) Insert an SD card.
* Turn off the power of this unit before
inserting or removing a card.
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[] GZ=HM440 (Models with Dual Slot)
Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.
This unit comes with two SD card slots. When two SD cards are inserted, recordings
can be continued on the other card even one card is full.
Ilc,osetheLCDmonitor. ] 2 Open the cover.
(Base) T]-- _,,_Insert an SD card into slot A.
* Turn off the power of this unit before
inserting or removing a card. Slot B Slot A
[] To remove the card
Pushthe card inwardonce,then pull itout straight.
(Base) J
Class 4or highe[ compatible SD card (2 GB',
higher compatib]e SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB)
SD card (256 Mato 2 GB) /SDHC car d (#GB to 32 GB) /
SDXC card (48 GB to 64 GB)
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_To use an SD card
(GZ=HM690/GZ=HM670/GZ=
HM650/GZ=HM450)
Recording can be performed on a
card when "REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO"
or "REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE" of
"COMMON" (basic settings) isset to
"SD CARD".
1_ Open the LCD monitor.
• The unit turns on.
Tap "MENU".
@ Tap '"1_".
(_ Tap "REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO" or
"REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE".
[] To use SD cards that have been
used on other devices
Format (init(alize) the card using
"FORMAT SD CARD" from
"COMMON" (basic settings).
All data on the card will be deleted
when it is formatted. Copy all flies
on the card to a computer before
formatting.
Perform steps (:_)- (_) from "To use an
SD card".
(_ Tap "FORMAT SD CARD".
Tap "SD CARD".
(GZ-HM440)
Tap the slot with the card to
format.
(_ Tap "FILE".
(._ Tap "YES".
After formatting, tap "OK".
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Clock Setting
Open the LCD monitor.
• The unit turns on.When the LCD monitor is
closed, the unit turns off.
Tap "YES"when "SET DATE/TIME!" is
displayed.
Set the date and time.
• When theyear, month, day, hour, or minute
item istapped, "^" and "v" will be displayed.
Tap "^" or "v" to adjust the value.
• Repeat this step to input theyear, month,
day, hour, and minute.
After settingthe date and time, tap "SET".
Select the region where you live and tap
"SAVE".
• The city name and time difference are
displayed.
• Tap "<"or ">" to select the city name.
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To resetthe clock
Set the clock with "CLOCK ADJUST" from
the menu.
_1_Open the LCD monitor.
• The unitturns on,
(_ Tap "MENU".
(_ Tap "_I".
(_ Tap "CLOCK ADJUST".
Tap "CLOCK SETTING",
To change the display language
The language onthe display can be
changed.
Performsteps _)- _) from "To reset the
clock".
Tap "LANGUAGE".
Tap to the desired language.
• The subsequent setting operations are
the same as steps 3- 5 on p. 12.
Video Quality
This unit can perform recording in both high and standard definition.
By default, it is set to high definition (XP).
[] To change the setting
Tap "MENU".
Tap "VIDEO QUALITY".
(_ Tap the desired video quality.
High Definition
Standard Definition
UXP
XP
SP
EP
SSW
SEW
* For the approximate video recording time, refer to p. 25.
Higher video quality
t
More recording time
t=-.m
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Video Recording
You can record without worryingabout the setting details by using the Intelligent Automode. Settings
such as exposure andfocus will beadjusted automatically to suitthe shooting conditions.
• In case ofspecific shooting scenes such as backlight (_i'_), night view (_,)),person (_) etc., its
icon is displayed onthe screen.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
Open the
lens cover. Select video mode. Check if the recording mode is i.A.
Intelligent Auto.
•If the mode is rM-iManual, press the
button to switch.
eThe mode changes between Intelligent
Auto and Manual with every press.
Start recording.
ePressagainto stop. -'-" LJ
START
/STOP
Zooming
(Wide angle) (Telephoto)
• You can also tap_ onthe touch screen to record. To stop recording, tap Oil. In addition, you
can alsotap T/W to zoom.
[] Indications during video recording
Video Qualit Media
Indicator
Image Stabilizer
Scene Counter g Recording Time
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Still image Recording
Select still image
mode. Set the focus on the subject.
p in green when
Take a still image.
I PHOTO -i,,jL Lights uP during still
image recording
• You can also tap _.*_on the touch screen to record. However, focus cannot be set by
pressing halfway.
[] Indications during still image recording
Image Size -- Recording Media
Battery Indicator
Remaining Number of Shots
A : Focus
PHOTO : Recording in Progress
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Playing BacidDeleting Files on this Unit
Select and play back the recorded videos or still imagesfrom anindex screen (thumbnail display).
1 Select video or still image mode. ,uto(_
9 ap _ on the touch screen to select the
playback mode.
*Tap [] to return to the recording mode.
Tap on the file to play back.
•Tap _1}/_ to select the media for playback.
•Tap Ill to pause playback.
• Tap [] to return to the video index screen.
Volumeadjustmentduring playback
Turndownthe_ _thevolume
volume
m To delete unwanted files
Tap_.
(_ Tap on the files to delete.
A delete mark appears on
the selected file
To remove the debete
mark tap again.
(3_ Tap "SET".
(_) Tap "EXECUTE" when the confirmation
message appears.
(_ Tap "OK".
To capture astill image during playback
Pausethe playbackand pressthe SNAPSHOT button.
m Usable operation buttons during playback (*)
/| | Playback!pause Start/pause siideshow
[] Stop (returns to index screen) Stop (returns to index screen)
_D,-M Advances to the next video Advances to the next still image
_,q,_ Returns to the beginning of the scene Returns to the previous still image
_ll_ Forward search
44 Reverse search
| _ Forward slow-motion /Press and hold
to start slow playback
4 | Reverse slow-motion /Press and hold
to start reverse slow playback
aI Volume adjustment Rotates 90 degrees countercaockwise
('_ Rotates 90 degrees clockwise
Continuous playback of images taken
by continuous shooting
* The buttonsdisappearafterapproximately3 seconds.Tap onthescreento displaythe buttonsagain.
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Playing Back on TV
U Connect to TV.
a
* Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.
e Turn off the camcorder by pressing the _ button for about 2 seconds.
!! Playing 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 Cable _ ..........
To HDMI Mini (Optional) _ _ , Z..:-
Connector _ i-lUIVlluonnector /
Connecting to the COMPONENT connector
_.,nt-_--_Component
To COMPONENT Connector Green _put I
Y
ICB/PB _" TV"
Red I I"
omponent _ CR/PR I
omponerlt _ __
able (Optional) White I Audio Input I
,_) Audio Input I
*Do not connect the y----"ellow plug
To AV Connector when using component cable.
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mPlaying back in standard quality
Ifyouareusinga conventionalTV,youcan playback instandardquality byconnecting
to the AVconnector.
Connecting to the AV connector
TV
Yellow _t
AV Cable (Provided) __ Video Input
, Audio Input (L)
To AV Connector _ Red I
Audio Input (R)
Connect the AC adapter. (p. 8)
• This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
Select the TV input switch.
Play back a file. (p. 16)
m When images look unnatural on the TV
• Disconnect the cable and connect again.
• Turn off and on this unit again.
• Set "VIDEO OUTPUT" inthe "COMMON" (basic
settings) menu to "4:3".
• Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.
• When the video was recorded with "x.v.Coler" set
to "ON", change the setting as desired on TV.
................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................• Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.
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Copying Files
You can create discs or copy the files on this unit by connecting itto various devices.
]) : Recordable and playable
A : Playable only
: Not applicable
Blu-ray Recorder
iiiiiiiiiiii OVORecorder
VCR
oo= te
¢) A*I ¢)
See manual of
recorder.
p. 20
p. 20
*2 *2 *2 ) p. 21
"1 Only on AVCHD compatible devices.
*2 For details on how to create a disc using acom puter, 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.
Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.
• Turn off the camcorder by pressing the _ button for about 2 seconds.
Yellow Video Input
_ Video Input
_ Audio Input (L)
_ Audio Input (R)
AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)
To DC Connector VCR/DVD Recorder
• This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.
Tap [] to select the playback mode.
Prepare to record.
Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder
• Switch to a compatible external input.
• Insert a DVD-R or video tape.
Preparation on this unit
• Set "VIDEO OUTPUT" in the "COMMON" (basic
settings) menu to the aspect ratio ("4:3" or "16:9") of the connecting TV.
_ Start recording.
• Start playback on this unit (p. 16) and press the record button on the recorder.
• After playback iscomplete, stop the recording.
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