JVC Procision GC-PX100 User manual

Basic User Guide
CAMCORDER
GC-PX100 E
Verifying the Accessories
HDMI Mini
Cable
USB Cable
(Type A - Mini Type B)
AV Cable
QAM1322-001
Please consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center when purchasing
a new AV cable.
Battery Pack
BN-VF815U
CD-ROM
Lens CapMonitor HoodShoulder StrapLens Hood Core Filter
Power Cord
AC Adapter
AP-V20M
LYT2596-001A-M
Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions
and Cautions on p. 2 and p. 16 to ensure
safe use of this product.
EN
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Detailed User Guide
For more details on operating this
product, please refer to the “Detailed
User Guide” at the following website.
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index.html/
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“Mobile User Guide”. Mobile User Guide
can be viewed with standard browser for
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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.)
CAUTIONS:
•
Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter.
Do not use the supplied AC adapter with other
devices.
•
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 bottom of the
main unit.
•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.
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
once every 3 months.
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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 Progressive/AVCHD and AVCHD
Progressive/AVCHD logo are trademarks of
Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• x.v.Colour™ is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
• HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and
HDMI logo are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the
United States and/or other
countries.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• 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.
•
The iFrame logo and iFrame symbol are trademarks
of Apple Inc.
•
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Android™ is a trademark of Google Inc.
•
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, Wi-Fi
CERTIFIED logo, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wi-Fi
Protected Setup logo, WPA, and WPA2 are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
•
Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
•
Marks such as ™ and ® have been omitted in this
manual.
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.
Do not point the AF assist beam of the flash (photo
light) at the eyes within close range (several cm).
In addition, do not look at it directly.
Incorrect usage of the flash may cause vision problems.
Keep a distance of at least 1.4 m when shooting
young children.
Using the flash at drivers may cause temporary
blindness and result in accidents.
Do not fire the AF assist beam of the flash (photo
light) at the subjects within close range (several cm).
In addition, do not touch it with your hands directly.
If there are foreign particles such as dust, do not use it.
Also, do not cover with tape, etc.
Incorrect usage may result in burns.
Heat from the flash may result in emission of smoke.
Do not touch the flash immediately after it is used.
WARNING:
CAUTION :
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent
Portfolio License for the personal use of a
consumer or other uses in which it does not receive
remuneration to
(i) encode video in compliance with the AVC
standard (“AVC Video”) and/or
(ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a
consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or
was obtained from a video provider licensed to
provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall
be implied for any other use. Additional information
may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com
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Contents
Safety Precautions ................................. 2
Grip Belt Adjustment .............................. 4
Attaching the Accessories ...................... 4
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack ..................... 6
Inserting an SD Card .............................. 7
Using the Icon Buttons/Thumbnails ........ 8
Clock Setting .......................................... 8
Recording
Video Recording .................................... 9
Still Image Recording ........................... 10
Playback
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit .... 10
Playing Back on TV .............................. 11
Copying
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VHS .................................. 12
Further Information
Changing Menu Settings ...................... 13
Troubleshooting ................................... 14
Troubleshooting/Cautions .................... 16
Recordable Time/Specifications .......... 18
Grip Belt Adjustment
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Pad
Close the padAdjust the length of the beltOpen the pad
0Wi-Fi antenna is located inside the pad.
Do not pull out the Wi-Fi antenna when adjusting the belt.
Attaching the Accessories
oAttaching the Shoulder Strap
.
Strap Lock
Ring
Shoulder Strap
Adjust the length of the belt, and then fix with the strap lock.
Insert the shoulder strap into the ring.
Insert the tip of shoulder strap into the attachment part of this unit.
0Be careful not to drop this unit during transportation.
0Guardians should pay close attention when this unit is being used by children.
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oAttaching the Lens Cap
Attach the lens cap when this unit is not being used or during transportation.
Attach the lens cap to the grip belt while shooting.
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oAttaching the Lens Hood
Use of the lens hood is recommended for shooting outdoors with exposure to direct
sunlight.
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0Attach to the main unit by aligning the indicator of the main unit and lens hood.
oAttaching the Monitor Hood
Attach the monitor hood if the monitor screen is difficult to see due to the sunlight.
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0Attach the claw located at the upper part of the monitor hood to insertion point at the
upper part of the LCD monitor. Then attach the claw at the bottom part of the monitor
hood.
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Charging the Battery Pack
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Attach the battery pack.
Charging finished:
Goes out
Charging in progress:
Blinks
Charging Lamp
The battery pack is not charged
at the time of purchase.
Place the battery toward the right
side. Push the battery into the main
unit, and slide in until the battery
clicks into place.
Open the battery cover (#) after
opening the LCD monitor (!).
To remove the battery,
press the battery lock
lever( Q) and slide the
battery(R) .
Connect the DC connector.
Cover
Plug in the power.
Detaching the Battery Pack
AC Adapter To
AC Outlet
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.
0
If malfunctions (overcurrent, overvoltage, transmission error, etc) occur, or if any
battery manufactured other than JVC is attempted for battery charge, charging
stops. In these cases, the CHARGE lamp blinks quickly for notification.
0You can record or play back videos while the AC adapter is connected. (Battery
charging cannot be performed during recording or playback.)
Remove the battery when the unit is to be used for a long time. Performance
of the battery may drop if it is left attached to the unit.
0The estimated charging time of the supplied battery pack is approximately 2
hour 10 minutes.
0
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. CHARGE lamp blinks 2 times in a slow cycle for notification if the
battery charge does not start. Also, please note that the recordable and playable time
may be shortened under some usage conditions, such as at low temperature.
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Inserting an SD Card
Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.
0Turn off the power of this unit
before inserting or removing
an SD card.
0To remove the SD card
Push the SD card inward once,
then pull it out straight.
NOTE
Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.
Manufacturer Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk
Video AClass 4 or higher compatible SD card (2 GB)/
Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB)/
Class 4 or higher compatible SDXC card (48 GB to 128 GB)
0To select [MOV 1080p LPCM], [MP4 1080p] or [iFrame
720p] in [VIDEO QUALITY], use a Class 6 or higher
compliant SDHC/SDXC card.
0To select [50p] in [SYSTEM SELECT], use a Class 6 or
higher compliant SDHC/SDXC card.
Still Image BSD card (256 MB to 2 GB) / SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) /
SDXC card (48 GB to 128 GB)
0Using SD cards (including SDHC/SDXC cards) other than those specified
above may result in recording failure or data loss.
0
This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all SD cards, even when using the ones
specified above. Some SD cards may not work due to specification changes, etc.
0To protect the data, do not touch the terminals of the SD card.
0When using an SDXC card, check its compatibility with the OS of your computer
by referring to the Detailed User Guide.
Label
Insert an SD card.
Open the battery
cover after
opening the LCD
monitor.
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Using the Icon Buttons/Thumbnails
A Tap the displayed button (icon) or thumbnail (file) on the touch screen to make selection.
B Drag the thumbnails on the touch screen to search for the desired file.
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0:01:23 0:12:34
Index screen (thumbnail display) Playback ScreenRecording Screen
MENUREC
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0:01:23 0:12:34
MENU
≪MARK
Clock Setting
1Turn on the power.
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2Tap [YES] when [SET DATE/TIME!]
is displayed.
.
NO
YES
SET DATE/TIME!
3Set the date and time.
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201312 10 00
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SET
TIME
DATE
CLOCK SETTING
03 and 2 are displayed when items in
[DATE] and [TIME] are tapped.
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Set [DATE] and [TIME] by tapping 3 or 2 .
0Repeat this step to enter [DATE] and
[TIME].
4
After setting the date and time, tap [SET].
5Select the region where you live and
tap [SAVE].
0Time difference between the selected
city and the GMT (Greenwich Mean
Time) is displayed.
0Tap 0 or 1 to select the city name.
.
GMT
SAVE
CLOCK/AREA SETTING
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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.
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In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is displayed on the screen.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
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A
Zooming
Start recording.
Press again to stop.
Check if the
recording mode is
Avideo.
(Wide angle)
(Telephoto)
Check if the
recording mode is
PIntelligent Auto.
If the mode is other
than P, set the
shooting dial to
i.AUTO.
Turn on the
power.
If the mode is Bstill
image, press A/Bto
switch.
0You can also tap 6 on the touch screen to record. To stop recording, tap 7.
0By tapping the [MARK] button to switch to the mark mode, different types of marks can
be put onto the scenes while recording, to make it easier to find the marked scene later.
oIndications during video recording
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MENUREC
0:00:00 [0:54]
Recording in Progress
Recording-Standby
Battery Indicator
Recording Media
Image Stabilizer
Video Quality
Remaining Recording Time
Scene Counter
MARK button
NOTE
0The estimated recording time of the supplied battery pack is approximately 60
minutes.
0Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp
is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.
0This unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated
for 5 minutes.
0The angle of view may change when the image stabilizer is turned on or off.
0
The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.
9

Still Image Recording
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Lights up during still
image recording
Press fully
Take a still image.
Lights up in green when
focused
Press halfway
Set the focus on the subject.
If the mode is Avideo, press A/Bbutton
to switch.
Check if the recording mode is Bstill
image.
0Image stabilization only starts when the button is pressed halfway.
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Select and play back the recorded videos or still images from an index screen (thumbnail display).
.
Ta p R.
Tap on the file to play back.
Ta p eto pause playback.
To delete unwanted files
Tap [SET].
Tap [OK].
Tap [EXECUTE] when the
confirmation message appears.
Volume adjustment during playback
Turn up the volume
Turn down the volume
Tap on the files to delete.
Press the A/B(still image/video)
button to select still image or
video mode.
Press the Playback/Recording
button again to select the recording
mode.
Lappears on the last image played
back.
Iappears on the selected files.
To remove Idisplay, tap on the
file again.
Ta p uto return to the index screen.
Press the Playback/Recording
button to select the playback
mode.
Ta p I/Jto select the media for
playback.
oTo capture a still image during playback
Pause the playback and press the SNAPSHOT button.
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Playing Back on TV
Preparation:
0Turn off both camera and TV.
To connect using the HDMI mini connector
When connecting to a 1080p compatible TV, set [HDMI OUTPUT] in [CONNECTION
SETTINGS] to [AUTO].
.
HDMI Mini Cable
(Provided)
To HDMI Mini Connector
HDMI Connector
Input
TV
NOTE
0Use a High Speed HDMI mini cable.
To connect using the AV connector
Change the settings of [VIDEO OUTPUT] in [CONNECTION SETTINGS] according to
the connection.
.
AV Cable (Provided)
To AV Connector
TV
Audio Input (R)
Audio Input (L)
Video Input
Video Input
Red
White
Ye l l o w
Playback Operation
After the connection with TV is completed
ATurn on the camera and the TV.
0Turn on the camera by pressing the M button.
BSelect the TV input switch.
CStart playback on the camera.
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Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VHS
You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VHS.
Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD recorder, VHS, etc.
1Connect to a DVD/VHS recorder.
0Disconnect the power supply to turn off the camera.
.
Audio Input (R)
Audio Input (L)
Video Input
Video Input
Red
White
Ye l l o w
DVD/VHS Recorder
To AV Connector
AV Cable (Provided)
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)
0Reconnect the power supply to turn on the camera.
2Press the Playback/Recording button to select the playback mode.
3Prepare to record.
Preparation on TV and DVD/VHS recorder
0Switch to a compatible external input.
0Insert a DVD-R or video tape.
Preparation on this unit
0Set [VIDEO OUTPUT] in [CONNECTION
SETTINGS] to the aspect ratio ([4:3] or [16:9]) of
the connecting TV.
0To include the date during dubbing, set [DISPLAY ON TV] in [CONNECTION
SETTINGS] to [ON].
Set [DISPLAY DATE/TIME] in [PLAYBACK SETTING] to [ON].
4Start recording.
0Start playback on this unit (p. 10) and press the record button on the recorder.
0After playback is complete, stop the recording.
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Changing Menu Settings
To change camera settings, tap [MENU]
and select the item which you want to
change.
1Tap [MENU].
.
MENU
REC
2Tap the desired item in the menu.
.
3Tap the desired item to change the
settings.
(Icon type screen)
.
0Tap 0 or 1 to scroll the screen.
(List type screen)
.
0Tap 3 or 2 to scroll the screen.
oTo exit the screen
Tap L (quit).
oTo return to the previous screen
Tap J (return).
oAttaching the Core Filter
Attach the core filter to the external microphone (sold separately) as shown in the
illustration. The core filter reduces interference when this unit is connected to other
devices.
.
To be connected to this unit
Release the
stopper.
3 cm Wind once
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Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems with this unit, check the following before requesting service.
1 Refer to “Trouble” below.
2 Refer 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://manual3.jvckenwood.com/index.html/
3 This 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.
BRemove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them, turn
on the power of this unit.
4 If 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.
0Check the A / B button. 9
0Press the Playback/Recording
button to select the recording mode.
10
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.
-
Unable to record
properly in the
Intelligent Auto mode.
0When there are multiple light sources
and depending on the shooting
conditions, exposure and focus may
not be adjusted correctly in the
Intelligent Auto mode. In this case,
adjust the settings manually.
-
Playback
Sound or video is
interrupted.
0Sometimes playback is interrupted at
the connecting section between two
scenes. This is not a malfunction.
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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.)
-
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.)
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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 BUILT-IN MEM.]
or [FORMAT SD CARD] in the
[MEDIA SETTINGS] menu. (All data
will be deleted.)
-
DATA RECORDED FILE IS
TOO SMALL TO BE SAVED
（CONTINUE RECORDING?）
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When [TIME-LAPSE RECORDING] or
[STOP-MOTION REC] is stopped with
the recorded time less than “0:00:00:14”,
the video will not be saved.
-
ERROR IN BUILT-IN
MEMORY!/MEMORY
CARD ERROR!
0Turn off and on this unit again. -
0
Remove 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 BUILT-IN MEM.]
or [FORMAT SD CARD] in the
[MEDIA SETTINGS] menu. (All data
will be deleted.)
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Troubleshooting/Cautions
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Troubleshooting Recording Medium
•
•
Be sure to follow the guidelines below
to prevent corruption or damage to your
recorded data.
•Do not bend or drop the recording medium,
When formatting or erasing data using
the camcorder, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not
completely erased from the recording medium.
If you want to completely erase all of the data,
we recommend either using commercially
available software that is specially designed for
that purpose, or by physically destroying the
camcorder.
or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or
vibrations.
•
Do not splash the recording medium with water.
•Do not use, replace, or store the recording
medium in locations that are exposed to
strong static electricity or electrical noise.
•Do not turn off the camcorder power or
remove the battery or AC adapter during
shooting, playback, or when otherwise
accessing the recording medium.
•Do not bring the recording medium near
objects that have a strong magnetic field or
that emit strong electromagnetic waves.
•Do not store the recording medium in locations
with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not touch the metal parts.
LCD Monitor
•To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
•To prolong service life
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
Battery Pack
The supplied battery pack is a
lithium-ion battery. Before using
the supplied battery pack or an
optional battery pack, be sure
to read the following cautions:
•To avoid hazards
... do not burn.
... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, as this may cause the battery
to overheat, explode or catch fire.
... use only specified chargers.
•To prevent damage and prolong service life
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge within the temperature range of 10°C
to 35°C. Cooler temperatures require longer
charging time, or in some cases stop charging
at all. Warmer temperatures prevent complete
charging, or in some cases stop charging at all.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
keep a 30% battery level ( ) if the battery pack is
not to be used for a long period of time. In addition,
fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
pack every 6 months, then continue to store it at
a 30% battery level ( ).
...
... remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.
... do not drop or subject to strong impact.
Terminals
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Main Unit
•For safety, DO NOT
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
... place naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
... expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
... leave dust or metal objects adhered to the
power plug or an AC wall outlet.
... insert any objects in the camcorder.
•Avoid using the unit
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near
a cooking stove.
... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
•DO NOT leave the unit
... in places of over 50°C.
... in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
... in direct sunlight.
... in a closed car in summer.
... near a heater.
... in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit
in high places while a cable is connected may
result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and
the unit falls onto the floor.
While the LCD monitor screen has more than
99.99% effective pixels, 0.01% of the pixels
may be bright spots (red, blue, green) or dark
spots. This is not a malfunction. The spots will
not be recorded.
•To protect the unit, DO NOT
... allow it to become wet.
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
... swing it excessively when using the hand strap.
... swing the soft camcorder case excessively
when the camcorder is inside it.
... store the camcorder in a dusty or sandy area.
•To prevent the unit from dropping,
•Fasten the grip belt securely.
•When using the camcorder with a tripod,
attach the camcorder to the tripod securely.
If the camcorder drops, you may be injured and
the camcorder may be damaged.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance.
... cover camcorder with a towel, cloth and so on.
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Recordable Time/Specifications
Approximate Video Recording Time
oVIDEO REC FORMAT：AVCHD
Quality
Built-in
Memory SDHC/SDXC Card
32 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB 128 GB
50p 2 h 20 m 15 m 35 m 1 h 10 m 2 h 30 m 3 h 50 m 5 h 10 h 10 m
XP 3 h 50 m 30 m 1 h 2 h 4 h 6 h 8 h 10m 16 h 20m
EP 13 h 40m 1 h 40 m 3 h 30 m 7 h 10 m 14 h 40 m 21 h 30 m 28 h 50 m 57 h 50 m
oVIDEO REC FORMAT：MP4/MOV
Quality
Built-in
Memory SDHC/SDXC Card
32 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB 128 GB
MOV 1080p LPCM 1 h 40 m 10 m 25 m 50 m 1 h 40 m 2 h 30 m 3 h 30 m 7 h
MP4 1080p 1 h 50 m 10 m 25 m 55 m 2 h 2 h 50 m 3 h 50 m 7 h 50 m
MP4 720p 5 h 30 m 40 m 1 h 20 m 2 h 50 m 5 h 40 m 8 h 30 m 11 h 20 m 22 h 50 m
iFrame 720p 1 h 50 m 10 m 30 m 1 h 2 h 3 h 4 h 8 h
0The approximate recording time is only a guide. The actual recording time may shorten
depending on the shooting environment.
Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)
Image Size
Built-in
Memory SDHC/SDXC Card
32 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 48 GB 64 GB 128 GB
5184x3888(20M)(4:3) 2500 300 600 1300 2700 4000 5300 9999
2816x2112(5.9M)(4:3) 8600 1100 2200 4500 9200 9999 9999 9999
2048x1536(3.1M)(4:3) 9999 2100 4200 8500 9999 9999 9999 9999
640x480(0.3M)(4:3) 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999
1920x1080(2M)(16:9) 9999 3100 6500 9999 9999 9999 9999 9999
0Still images that are captured during video recording or video playback are saved at a
size of 1920 x 1080.
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Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)
Battery Pack Charging Time
Continuous
Recording Time
(Maximum
recording time)
Actual Recording
Time
BN-VF815U (Supplied) 2 h 10 m 2 h 1 h
Camera
Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 11 V, Using battery pack: DC 7.2 V
Power consumption 4.4 W (when [LIGHT] is set to [OFF] and [MONITOR
BRIGHTNESS] is set to [3] (standard))
Rated Current Consumption: 1A
Dimensions 110 mm x 76 mm x 183 mm
(W x H x D: excluding grip belt and protrusion)
Weight Approx. 500 g (camera only),
Approx. 585 g (including supplied battery pack)
The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further
improvement without prior notice.
For more information, please refer to the Detailed User Guide.
http://manual3.jvckenwood.com/index.html/
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