JVC GZ-HM400US Guide Book
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HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM400 U INSTRUCTIONS To view the INSTRUCTIONS, click below. Z page 1 - 44 Advanced INSTRUCTIONS To view the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS, click below. Z page 45 - 94 GUIDEBOOK EN ENGLISH - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 2
ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM400 U EN Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER. For more details on the operations, refer to the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS in the supplied CD-ROM. Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this camcorder. Before use, please read the safety - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 3
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. Carrying or holding the camcorder by the LCD monitor - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 4
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when dropped. Remember that this camcorder is intended for private YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of YouTube LLC. • Other product and company names included in this instruction manual - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 5
GETTING STARTED Easy Start Guide Charge the battery before recording Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack. Access lamp blinks: Accessing files Do not 240V) CAUTION Fire or injury may result if batteries NOT approved by JVC are used. Only use the batteries specified on page 41. EN - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 6
GETTING STARTED Date/Time Setting Q Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder Power button T Select the city closest to the area where you use the camcorder LCD monitor R Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK. U Select [ON] if daylight - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 7
GETTING STARTED Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Q Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode R Select recording mode (REC) The mode changes when you press the button. The auto recording indicator appears. S Start - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 8
GETTING STARTED Playing back Q Select playback mode (PLAY) The mode changes when you press the button. R Select the desired file Index screen S Select F (Touch OK) Playback screen To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 22) To view files on TV (Z p. 24) - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 9
Accessories 10 Shoe Adapter 10 Preparing the Remote Control 11 Attaching the Core Filter Troubleshooting 36 Warning Indications 38 Specifications 39 Cautions 42 Terms 44 Read these INSTRUCTIONS to enjoy your CAMCORDER. For more details on the operations, refer to the Advanced INSTRUCTIONS - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 10
, turn off the power before using it again. If a malfunction occurs, stop using the camcorder immediately and contact www.jvc.com or by phone at 1-800-252-5722 • Recorded data may be erased while the camcorder is being repaired or inspected. Back up all data before requesting repairs or inspections - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 11
shoe adapter mounting socket. Component Cable AV Cable Mount the accessory shoe adapter. USB Cable LY37115-001A Shoe Adapter RM-V751U arrow. Insert a microphone, etc. from behind the shoe adapter. CD-ROM Core Filter NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 12
reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. Release the stopper. Effective distance: Max. 4 m (13.16 ft) NOTE The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 13
Index GETTING STARTED 12 EN NOTE • Be careful not to cover 2, 3, 5, and C during shooting. • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 14
: Index Screen « Group Index Screen # mode: Index Screen « Date Index Screen Tripod Mounting Align the camcorder stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camcorder clockwise to mount it to the tripod. NOTE Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 15
During Video Recording Only GETTING STARTED DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator (Z p. 19, 20) @: Auto Mode 3: Manual Mode # Scene Select Indicator $ Effect Mode Indicator % White Balance Indicator & Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( Zoom Indicator (Z p. 21) ) Recording Medium - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 16
p. 16) - Volume Level Indicator . Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator / x.v.Color™ 0 Output with 1080p DEC. 24. 2009 4:55 PM ! Mode Indicator # Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 20) $ Folder/File Number % Slide Show Playback Indicator & Recording Medium Indicator ( Battery Indicator ) Date/Time (Z p. 16) * Face - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 17
To check the remaining battery power See page 21. To detach the battery pack Date/Time Setting 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 4 Select [CLOCK ADJUST]. 5 Select [CLOCK SETTING]. 16 EN 6 Select the city closest to the area where you use - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 18
touch sensor and select [&] to set. Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. 1 Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. 2 Touch MENU. 3 Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS]. 9 Select [SAVE]. To reset the setting, select [CANCEL]. Setting the clock to local time when traveling After - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 19
may lose data that had already been recorded. • MultiMediaCards are not supported. • Video data may not be recorded onto the SD cards on is supplied with your camcorder. Insert an SD card Preparation: Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the camcorder. 1 Slide the OPEN - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 20
quality Change the settings in [VIDEO QUALITY]. To change the manual recording mode Select [A/M] twice. NOTE • The video recording mode is automatically selected when you turn off the camcorder and then turn on again. • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 21
in [IMAGE SIZE]. To record still images continuously Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in [SHUTTER MODE]. To change the manual recording mode Select [A/M] twice. NOTE • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. • The - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 22
and then select ;. # mode: Press INFO. To quit the screen Select [QUIT] or press INFO. NOTE The recordable time display should only be used as a guide. It is displayed in 10 minute units. EN 21 - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 23
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Playing Back Files Video Playback Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. To play back a few - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 24
RECORDING/PLAYBACK Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select # (still image) mode. Press PLAY/REC to select the playback mode. The index screen appears. Select the desired file. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. To delete a still image Select - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 25
HDMI cable and connect it again. 2) Turn off and on the camcorder again. To connect using the COMPONENT connector AV Connector COMPONENT Connector HDMI Connector DC Connector AC Adapter HDMI Cable (optional) (Mini to full-sized HDMI cable) Component Cable DC Connector AC Adapter To AC - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 26
) To AC Outlet AV Cable To display camcorder's on-screen display on TV Set [DISPLAY ON TV] to [ON]. NOTE When the video was recorded with x.v.Color™ set to [ON], change the x.v.Color™ setting on TV. For details, refer to the TV's instruction manual. AV Input Connector NOTE Change the settings - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 27
video recorded on this camcorder onto VCR/DVD recorder. NOTE • It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner CU‑VD50 or CU‑VD3. If you use CU‑VD20 or CU‑VD40, the recording time may take approx. 2 times longer than the time that is described in the instruction manual of DVD burner. • Recommended - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 28
instruction manual. • When connecting to a DVD burner, use the USB cable that came with the DVD burner. • When connecting to a BD burner, use a USB cable with Mini‑A(Male) to B(Male) connectors. JVC button for more than 2 seconds to turn on the camcorder. 2 Press DIRECT DISC. 2 Select the desired - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 29
be used to copy video files to discs in a computer connected to the camcorder. Dubbing Files to a VCR/DVD Recorder Preparation: • Create a playlist. • recording on the VCR/ DVD recorder. Refer to the VCR/DVD recorder's instruction manual. To stop dubbing Stop recording on the VCR/DVD recorder. - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 30
Disc Using a PC You can copy the data from the camcorder and create a disc using a PC. Q Installing the Everio MediaBrowser Player is a software that plays AVCHD discs on the PC. (DVD discs cannot be played.) To see the Instruction Guide for Everio MediaBrowser 1) Double-click the icon of Everio - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 31
Select [BACK UP]. Backup starts. To disconnect the camcorder from the PC 1) Right-click the icon (Safely Remove Hardware) on the task bar and select [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. 2) Follow the on-screen instructions and make sure that the device can be safely removed. 3) Disconnect - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 32
PC OPERATION S Making User Lists to Arrange the Files You can make a user list of a certain subject (such as Travel, Athletic meet) and put the files related to the subject into the user list. Preparation: Make backup on the PC. 1 Double-click the icon to open the calendar. 5 Click the recording - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 33
Creating a Disc Using a PC (Continued) T Copying Files to a disc Everio MediaBrowser supports 3 disc formats. Select the one that suits your purpose. DVD-Video Suitable if you will give the disc disc: to your friends and relatives. AVCHD - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 34
.BDM] Contains management information files of event and/or disc creation information for the files taken with the camcorder. Video file in AVCHD format [PRIVATE] [JVC] [AVCHD] [BDMV] [STREAM] [XXXXX.MTS] [BACKUP] [CLIPINF] [PLAYLIST] [INDEX.BDM] [MOVIEOBJ.BDM] For Macintosh users To copy files - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 35
on are transferred to PC. For details on transferring, refer to the help of Everio MediaBrowser in the CD‑ROM. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the Install iTunes® on a PC. http://www.apple.com/itunes/ 1 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. 2 Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY]. Making - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 36
the provided Everio MediaBrowser software. Customer Support Information Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. JVC When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 37
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, consult the following chart. If the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions ineffective.) Power Trouble No power is again. • If the camcorder is used for long periods - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 38
help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software. Other problems If a malfunction occurs in the built-in memory ! P erform [FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.]. (All data is deleted.) # If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. To reset the camcorder when it does - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 39
. COMMUNICATING ERROR • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE • Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [BUILT-IN MEMORY]. • Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.) NOT FORMATTED • Select [OK] and select - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 40
/LCD monitor Pickup 1/2.33" (10,290,000 pixels) progressive CMOS Lens F 2.8 to 4.5, f = 6.7 mm to 67.0 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens Filter diameter ø46 mm LCD monitor 2.8" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system Flash Within 2 m (6.6 ft) (recommended shooting distance) Connectors AV - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 41
FURTHER INFORMATION Specifications (Continued) Approximate recordable time (for video) Recording medium Built-in Memory Quality UXP 32 GB 2 h 56 m XP 4 h 9 m SP 5 h 53 m EP 14 h 44 m 4 GB 20 m 30 m 44 m 1 h 50 m h: hour/m: minute SDHC Card 8 GB 16 GB 40 m 1 h 20 m 1 h 00 m 2 h 00 - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 42
Required charging/recording time (approx.) Battery pack Charging time BN-VF808U 1 h 50 m BN-VF815U (Provided) 2 h 40 m BN-VF823U 3 h 40 m * When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. h: hour/m: minute Recording time 1 h 10 m* 2 h 25 m* 3 h 40 m* FURTHER INFORMATION EN 41 - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 43
this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Plug Adapter Battery Pack The supplied to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life. ... fully charge and then fully discharge noise. • Do not turn off the camcorder power or remove the battery or AC adapter - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 44
camcorder drops, you may be injured and the camcorder may be damaged. When a child uses the unit, there must be parental guidance. Declaration of Conformity Model Number : GZ-HM400U Trade Name : JVC Responsible party : JVC used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 45
screen Zoom Control 21 P Playback Zoom 22, 23 Portable Media Player 34 Q Quick Review 19, 20 R Recordable Time 40 Recording Medium 42 Remaining Battery Power 21 Remaining Recording 30 V Viewing Files on TV 24 Y YouTube 35 Z Zoom 21 © 2009 Victor Company of Japan, Limited US 0609FOH-AL-VM - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 46
Advanced INSTRUCTIONS HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM400 EN - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 47
47 Shutter Speed 47 Aperture Priority Setting 48 Manual Setting by the USER button 48 Manual Setting in Menu 49 High Speed Recording 51 Advanced Changing the Menu Settings 77 Troubleshooting 86 Cleaning 89 Warning Indications 90 JVC Software License Agreement 92 Terms 94 46 EN - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 48
switch up to BRIGHT. To return to the auto recording mode Select [A/M] so that the @ indicator appears. Focusing You can adjust the focus manually. 1 Slide the FOCUS/BRIGHT switch down to FOCUS. 2 Turn the adjustment dial to adjust the brightness of the subject. The brightness is corrected in - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 49
NOTE If the image is too bright, select a larger F‑number. If the image is too dark, select a smaller F-number. Manual Setting by the USER button By assigning one of manual adjustment functions that you frequently use to the U (USER) button, you can access the function quickly. To assign a function - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 50
Setting in Menu In the manual recording mode: 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [MANUAL SETTING]. 3 Select the desired menu. 4 Select the desired setting. Depending on the kind of settings you select, you can set the value by using the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 51
increasing the exposure. @ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. B MWB: Adjusts the white balance manually depending on the light source. 1) Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen. 2) Keep touching OK until the B indicator - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 52
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset > ZEBRA The over-exposed sections of the subject are displayed in striped pattern on the screen. Use this as a guide for adjusting the brightness. (In ! mode only) 1 [OFF]: Deactivates the function. 70%: Sections that are close to be over-exposed are displayed - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 53
by event See page 55. NOTE Once you select a certain event to register a file, the setting will remain even if you turn off the camcorder. 2) Press SNAPSHOT. Using the self-timer in the face detection mode Preparation: Set [SELF-TIMER] to [FACE DETECTION]. 1) Press SNAPSHOT. Faces are detected - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 54
Advanced Playback Functions Playback with Special Effects Wipe or fader effects Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [WIPE/FADER]. 3 Select a desired effect. For - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 55
Advanced Playback Functions (Continued) File Search Function Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the playback mode. Group Index Screen ! You can search the desired file by the group. The group is created automatically based on recording date and time. And the contents of the group are - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 56
Event Screen ! You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 52) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. 1 Select . 2 Select [SEARCH EVENT]. Playing Back MTS Files MTS files (demonstration - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 57
EDITING Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing files. Also, be sure to use the provided AC adapter, as the data on the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during operation - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 58
Deleting Selected Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 56) 3 Select [FILE SELECT]. Deleting All Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 56) 3 Select [DELETE ALL]. 4 Select the desired file and select $. 4 Select [YES]. • The $ mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. • - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 59
Managing Files (Continued) Protecting the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 57) 4 Select [CURRENT]. 7 Select [YES]. 5 Select [YES]. To release protection Select the protected file in step 5. Protecting All Files After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 57) 4 Select [PROTECT - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 60
Viewing File Information Preparation: ! mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. # mode: Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the file on the index screen. Press INFO. • FILE (# mode): File name • FOLDER (# mode): Folder name • DATE/TIME: Date and time of the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 61
Managing Files (Continued) Changing the Event Registration Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT]. 6 Select a new event. To cancel the event registration, select [CANCEL]. 3 Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.]. Changing the Event of the Selected Files - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 62
Dividing Files You can divide a selected video into two. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT]. 3 Select [DIVIDE]. 6 Select [DIVIDE HERE]. To set the division point again, select [CANCEL]. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. NOTE • When playing back - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 63
Managing Files (Continued) Trimming Files You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT]. 6 Select [SET] at the end point. It is recommended to select [SET] after the pause - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 64
Face Detection Zoom You can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as a new file. Preparation: • Select # mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Select the desired still image. 6 Select [SAVE]. Zoom images are saved in 16:9 aspect regardless of the original aspect. 7 Select [ - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 65
Playlists It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. Creating Playlists 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. 5 Select the file to add to playlist. To preview scenes, select the file and select [CHECK - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 66
Back Playlists 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [PLAYBACK PLAYLIST]. 2 Select the desired picture title. 3 Select the playlist. You can check the picture title in full-screen by selecting [CHECK]. 3 Select the desired file. You can check the scene by selecting [CHECK]. 4 Select [OK]. To return to the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 67
Playlists (Continued) Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 64) 3 Select [EDIT]. 4 Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 68
is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camcorder. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or take the SD card to a photo lab for printing. Preparation: • Select # mode. • Select the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 69
Print Setting (Continued) Direct Printing with PictBridge Printer If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camcorder directly to the printer with the USB cable. Preparation: Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 70
COPYING Copying Files Copying/Moving Files You can copy or move files between the built-in memory and the SD card. 4 Select the direction. ! mode: [BUILT-IN MEM & CARD] # mode: [BUILT-IN MEM & CARD] or [CARD & BUILT-IN MEM] ! mode # mode Preparation: • Select ! or # mode. • Select the playback - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 71
disconnect the USB cable. Connection with a BD/DVD Burner Preparation: Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the BD/DVD burner. USB Connector DC Connector NOTE • Refer also to the BD/DVD burner's instruction manual. • When connecting to a DVD burner, use the USB cable that came with the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 72
have never been copied to the discs are automatically selected and copied. 1 Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn on the camcorder. 2 Press DIRECT DISC. To quit the screen 1) Select [QUIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. NOTE This method can be used to copy video - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 73
next page by selecting £ / ¤. * The screen does not appear on the camcorder. 3 The digest is played back continuously. To return to normal playback/the Playback" menu is not available when DVD is burned using the provided Everio MediaBrowser software. • In some cases, parts of video other than the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 74
a USB External Hard Disk Drive Preparation: Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on the USB external hard disk drive. USB Connector DC Connector NOTE • Refer also to the optional USB external hard disk drive's instruction manual. • When connecting to a Seagate's FreeAgent™ Desk series product - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 75
disk drive. • Format the USB external hard disk drive when connecting it to the camcorder for the first time. (All data is deleted.) When copying files or playing be played back using the camcorder's menu. NOTE Refer to the help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software when you use the PC - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 76
Uploading Files to Websites Upload Trimming You can select the necessary part of the video and save it as a new video file ready for uploading. Preparation: • Select ! mode. • Select the playback mode. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Select [UPLOAD SETTINGS]. 6 Select [CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE]. To set the start/end - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 77
device, some functions may not work with the camcorder. (For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.) • Unintended operations may occur when the camcorder is turned on. (This is applicable only if the camcorder supports the language selected for the TV.) To use the camcorder with a - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 78
time elapses after SNAPSHOT is pressed. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset See page 49. (In the manual recording mode only) See page 21. See page 52. [OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC / FACE DETECTION FACE DETECTION The camcorder checks the number of faces in the monitor and starts countdown when another face is - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 79
SP: Standard quality EP: For recording for a long time You can record in full high-definition (1920 x 1080i) videos with any of the video qualities. NOTE . In addition to an image with the exposure set by the camcorder, four other images are recorded with exposure values shifted (between -0.6 - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 80
not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions. • Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. OFF: Deactivates the function. AGC: Electrically brightens the scene in dark place. [AUTO]: Automatically brightens the scene when it is - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 81
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued) Mode ! ! Menus X x.v.Color Records video in the color range suitable for viewing in an x.v.Color™ compliant TV. o WIND CUT Reduces noise caused by wind. Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [OFF]: Deactivates the function. ON: Activates the function. [OFF]: - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 82
Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset DISPLAY SETTINGS Select [DISPLAY SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. 9 LANGUAGE Sets the display language. [ENGLISH] See page 17. : CLOCK ADJUST Sets the time. See page 16. ; DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the date and time display format. DATE STYLE: [month.day - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 83
connected, not with the battery pack. • If an SD card is in the camcorder, demonstration will not take place even if this mode is set to [ON]. OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function. To turn the camcorder on again, close the LCD monitor and open it again when using the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 84
function. [NO]: Cancels this function. NOTE Information about obtaining system update will be made available on the JVC's web site. Z FACTORY PRESET Returns all the camcorder settings to their default values. YES: Performs this function. [NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 85
the Menu Settings (Continued) Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset CONNECTION SETTINGS Select [CONNECTION SETTINGS], then select sub-menus. % DISPLAY ON TV Displays camcorder's on-screen display on a TV screen. [OFF]: Does not display on TV. ON: Displays on TV. R VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 86
data including protected files will be erased by the formatting process. , FORMAT SD CARD You have to format newly purchased SD cards with this camcorder before using them. This will also ensure stable speeds and operation when accessing the SD card. [FILE]: Initializes all files in the SD card - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 87
. If the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC's website. The following phenomena are not malfunctions. • The camcorder heats up when it is used for a long time - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 88
Recording Trouble Action Recording cannot be performed. • Slide the mode switch to select etc.) • Set [WB] in [MANUAL SETTING] appropriately to the light source. • Select [MWB] in [WB] while holding a sheet of plain white paper in front of the camcorder so that the white paper fills the screen - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 89
Troubleshooting (Continued) Playback Trouble Sound or video are interrupted. Cannot find a recorded video. Some functions cannot be used when playing back a backup BD/DVD through a BD/DVD burner connected to the camcorder. The color of images looks strange. The camcorder the camcorder. camcorder - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 90
in the help of the provided Everio MediaBrowser software. If a malfunction occurs in the built-in memory ! Perform [FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.]. (All data is deleted.) # If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. To reset the camcorder when it does not operate - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 91
the clock has been depleted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. • Set [REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO] to [BUILT-IN MEMORY]. • Replace the SD card. (Files recorded with other devices that support AVCHD cannot be played back on this camcorder.) • Select [OK] and select [YES] to - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 92
MANAGEMENT NUMBERS HAS BEEN REACHED • Move the files or folders to a PC or other devices, and then format the built-in memory of the camcorder or the SD card. • Select [FILE + MANAGEMENT NO] in [FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.] or [FORMAT SD CARD]. SCENE QUANTITY LIMIT EXCEEDED PLAYLIST QUANTITY LIMIT - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 93
to any third party or otherwise let them use the Program. 4 LIMITED WARRANTY JVC warrants that any media in which the Program is embodied are free from any defects SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COST AND EXPENSE. 5 LIMITED LIABILITY TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL JVC AND - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 94
the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. (3) This equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual. • Use only the provided CD-ROM. this software. • Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user's authority to operate the equipment. How - JVC GZ-HM400US | Guide Book - Page 95
80 H HDMI 76, 84 Headphone Volume 80 High Speed Recording 51 Histogram 59 I Image Quality 79 Image Size 79 K K2 Technology 53 M Manual Recording 47 Menu Settings 77 Microphone 80 Monitor Backlight 81 Monitor Bright 81 Moving Files 69 O Operation Sound 82 Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS
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