JVC Everio GZ-HD30 Manual Book
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GUIDEBOOK
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER
GZ-HD40
GZ-HD30
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Dear Customers
Thank you for purchasing this hard
disk camera. Before use, please read
the safety information and precautions
contained on pages 8 and 9 to ensure
safe use of this product.
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.
Model No.
Serial No.
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- Page 1 GUIDEBOOK HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-HD40 GZ-HD30 Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained on pages 8 and 9 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No.
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Page 2: Charge The Battery Before Recording
• Charge the battery pack before use. (Z p. 18) • Be sure to use JVC battery packs. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and performance can not be guaranteed. Open the cover To AC Outlet... -
Page 3: Set The Date And Time
Before recording, charge the battery and set the date/time. See the next page for recording videos. Preparation Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera Select [YES] within 10 seconds Select SET DATE/TIME! SELECT When the message disappears, press the power button for at least 2 seconds to turn off the power, and then press it again for at least 2 seconds. -
Page 4: Video Recording
Video recording CAUTION • This camera records video in accordance with the AVCHD format or MPEG-2 TS format. For details, see page 6. • Try recording with easy [AUTO] mode first. Select recording mode SELECT PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button Select auto mode AUTO... -
Page 5: Playing Back
Playing back Select playback mode SELECT PLAY/REC The mode changes when you press the button Select the desired file Press down the set lever Press down the set lever to start playback, and press it again to stop To perform operations such as fast forwarding or fast rewinding (Z p. 30) ... - Page 6 High-definition Recording Format This camera has two high-definition recording formats. Select the one that suits your purpose. To record for a long time To copy videos to a DVD and play back on a AVCHD compatible device such as Blu- ray recorder, etc •...
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Page 7: Before Recording
Before recording To select a recording format ! Select [STREAM FORMAT] in the [BASIC SETTINGS] in the recording mode. BASIC SETTINGS AVCHD STREAM FORMAT MPEG-2 TS LANGUAGE CLOCK ADJUST DATE DISPLAY STYLE RETURN Before playing back If you recorded videos in both AVCHD and MPEG-2 TS format, select the recording format also when playing back. -
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"... - Page 9 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.
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Page 10: Table Of Contents
Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories ...12 How to Use the Everio Dock ... 12 GZ-HD40 Preparing the Remote Control ... 13 Index ...14 Indications on LCD Monitor ...16 Necessary Settings before Use ...18 Charging the Battery Pack ... 18 Date/Time Setting ... 19 Language Setting ... -
Page 11: Read This First
Make a backup of important recorded data It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. (Z p. 45) JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Make a trial recording... -
Page 12: Getting Started
Accessories AC Adapter AP-V14U/AP-V18U USB Cable Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit. NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. How to Use the Everio Dock GZ-HD40 You can connect cables to the connectors of the Everio dock. The connection is completed when you place the camera on the dock. -
Page 13: Preparing The Remote Control
Preparing the Remote Control A battery is included inside the remote control at the time of purchase. Remove the insulation sheet before use. Beam Effective Area Remote Sensor Effective distance: Max. 5 m (16 ft) NOTE The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting. -
Page 14: Index
Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn on/off the camera by opening/closing the LCD monitor. • Be careful not to cover sensors 7, ? and @ during shooting. - Page 15 Camera ! Index Button [INDEX] (Z p. 33)/ Remaining Space Button/ Data Battery Button [ 0 / 1 ] (Z p. 24) # Set Lever Move to ¡ : Reverse Skip (Z p. 30)/Up/Backlight Compensation Button [ - ] (Z p. 27) Move to ¢...
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Page 16: Indications On Lcd Monitor
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording 200X F4.0 1/4000 J A N . 2 0 . 2 0 0 8 ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator (Z p. 26) # Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Z p. 29) $ Approximate Zoom Ratio (Z p. - Page 17 During Video Playback 1080p J A N . 2 0 . 2 0 0 8 ! Mode Indicator (Z p. 30) : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (Z p. 43) $ Output with 1080p (Z p. 55) % x.v.Color™...
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Page 18: Necessary Settings Before Use
Necessary Settings before Use Charging the Battery Pack Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camera. Attach the battery pack. battery pack. Connect the AC adapter. DC Connector To AC Outlet (110V to 240V) AC Adapter • The power/charge lamp blinks to indicate charging has started. -
Page 19: Date/Time Setting
Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Press MENU. MENU Select [BASIC SETTINGS]. Select GAIN UP x.v.Color REGISTER EVENT BASIC SETTINGS Select [CLOCK ADJUST]. Select BASIC SETTINGS STREAM FORMAT LANGUAGE CLOCK ADJUST DATE DISPLAY STYLE SET DATE/TIME RETURN Set the date and time. -
Page 20: Other Settings
Other Settings Grip Adjustment Open the pad and make grip adjustments. Attaching the Shoulder Strap Eyelet Buckle Strap Guide Lens Cover When not using the camera, close the lens cover to protect the lens. Lens Cover Lens Cover Switch NOTE Do not push the lens cover strongly. -
Page 21: When Using A Microsd Card
When Using a microSD Card If you want to record to a microSD card, the following 3 operations need to be performed. • Operations are confirmed on the following microSD cards. - Panasonic - TOSHIBA - SanDisk - ATP Video recording: Class 4 or 6 compatible microSDHC card (4 GB, 8 GB) Still image recording:... -
Page 22: Recording
Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. To stop recording Press START/STOP again. To view the last recorded scene Press QUICK REVIEW while recording is paused. -
Page 23: Still Image Recording
Still Image Recording Preparation: Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camera. Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode. To view the last recorded scene Press QUICK REVIEW while recording is paused. Pressing DELETE during playback deletes that scene. -
Page 24: Zooming
Recording Files Zooming Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. Zoom out W: Wide angle Maximum zoom ratio is [10x] (factory-preset). To change the maximum zoom ratio (! mode only) Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Z p. 51) NOTE Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. -
Page 25: Checking The Remaining Space On The Recording Media
Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. MAX RECORDING TIME 11h00m 19h00m 35h00m INDEX SELECT The maximum recording time is displayed for each picture quality mode. AVCHD format: : High quality : Standard quality : For recording for a long time MPEG-2 TS format:... -
Page 26: Manual Recording
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. To Change to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. AUTO INFO To return to the auto recording mode ... -
Page 27: Backlight Compensation
Focus Assist The image becomes black and white. The outline of focused object is displayed in blue. Use this for adjusting the focus more precisely. DIRECT DISC FOCUS ASSIST Adjust the focus, then press down the set lever to fix the focus. ¬... -
Page 28: Manual Setting In Menu
Manual Recording Manual Setting in Menu In the manual recording mode; Press MENU. MENU Select [MANUAL SETTING]. Select MANUAL SETTING VIDEO QUALITY ZOOM SET MANUAL RECORDING Menus ADJUST BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness. SHUTTER SPEED A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject, and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to... - Page 29 Menus < APERTURE PRIORITY You can add a blurring effect to the background by setting the aperture value (F-number). Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording. EFFECT Enables you to record videos or still images with special effects.
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Page 30: Playback
Playing Back Files Video Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. To return to the index screen Press INDEX. To check the file information Press AUTO/INFO when playback is stopped. (Z p. 39) To delete a video ... -
Page 31: Still Image Playback
Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode. To return to the index screen Press INDEX. To check the file information Press AUTO/INFO. (Z p. 39) To delete a still image Press DELETE. Operations during Playback Display the previous file During the slide show, moving the set lever to ¡... -
Page 32: Playback With Special Effects
Playing Back Files 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. Playback effects Add effects that, for example, alter the color tones of images. Preparation: •... -
Page 33: File Search Function
File Search Function Preparation: • Select 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 changed when adding/deleting or editing scenes. -
Page 34: Event Screen
Playing Back Files Event Screen You can search the desired file by the event that you registered the file to when recording. (Z p. 25) After searching by the event, you can search by the recording date to narrow down the search. -
Page 35: Watching Images On Tv
Watching Images on TV This camera is designed to be used with high-definition or NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used with a television of a different standard. Connection with TV You can output videos from the HDMI connector, COMPONENT connector, or AV connector. -
Page 36: Playback Operation
Watching Images on TV To connect using the AV connector To AC Outlet AV Connector AC Adapter DC Connector AV Input Connector NOTE Change the settings in [VIDEO OUTPUT] to suit the screen size of your television. (Z p. 55) (Continued) Playback Operation After the connection with TV is completed... -
Page 37: Editing/Printing
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. - Page 38 Managing Files Deleting/Protecting Selected Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 37) Select [FILE SELECT]. Select DELETE CURRENT FILE SELECT DELETE ALL SELECT MULTIPLE SCENES SELECT Select the desired file. Select VIDEO DELETE SELECT • (deletion) or appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step.
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Page 39: Viewing File Information
Viewing File Information 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. VIDEO AUTO INFO DATE/TIME PB TIME QUALITY PROTECT •... -
Page 40: Dividing Files
Managing Files Select the file you want to register. Select SELECT You can select the previous or next file by moving the set lever to £ / ¤. Changing the Event of the Selected Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 39) Select [SET RANGE AND CHANGE]. -
Page 41: Dpof Print Setting
NOTE When playing back the divided file, the recording date of the division point is displayed. DPOF Print Setting The number of prints to make of a still image recorded on a microSD card can be set. This feature is useful when taking the microSD card to a photo lab for printing. -
Page 42: Playlists
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 Press MENU. MENU Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. Select EDIT PLAYLIST PLAYBACK PLAYLIST CHANGE EVENT REG. SEARCH EVENT CREATE/EDIT PLAYLIST Select [NEW LIST]. -
Page 43: Other Operations Of Playlists
Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete files in a created playlist. After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 42) Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8 in “Creating Playlists”. -
Page 44: Copying
You can dub video recorded on this camera onto VCR/ DVD recorder. (Z p. 50) It is recommended to use the JVC DVD burner (CU-VD50/CU-VD3). When using 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. -
Page 45: Using A Dvd Burner To Copy Files From The Camera
Set the file unit to copy/move. • ! mode: [SCENE] # mode: [FILE] Select this to transfer the selected files. 1) Select the desired file. • The s mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. 2) Press MENU. - Page 46 Copying Files Backup All Files Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • Select mode. • Select the recording format (AVCHD or MPEG-2 TS). (Z p. 6) • Select HDD or microSD card. (# mode only) The following illustrations of display screens are examples of when backing up video.
- Page 47 Select Files for Backup Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • Select mode. Select [SELECT AND CREATE] (! mode) or [SELECT AND SAVE] (# mode). Select VIDEO CREATE FROM ALL SELECT AND CREATE PLAYBACK FINALIZE SELECT AND CREATE SELECT Select the desired menu.
- Page 48 Copying Files Select [EXECUTE]. Select ALL SCENES SELECT • The files are copied on the disc. When [COMPLETED] appears, press down the set lever to complete the operation. • When [INSERT NEXT DISC. PRESS [STOP] TO EXIT CREATE] appears, change the disc. Remaining files are copied on the second disc.
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Page 49: Gz-Hd40 High-Definition Dubbing
High-definition Dubbing GZ-HD40 You can dub videos recorded with 1440 CBR picture quality to an HDV device. Preparation: Turn off all units. To connect using the i.LINK connector i.LINK Cable (optional) i.LINK Connector HDV device Record videos with 1440 CBR picture quality in MPEG-2 TS format. -
Page 50: Standard-Definition Dubbing
Copying Files Standard-definition Dubbing You can dub videos in standard-definition to a DVD recorder. Preparation: Turn off all units. To connect using the AV connectors (analog dubbing) To AC Outlet AV Connector AC Adapter VCR/DVD Recorder Preparation: Create a playlist. Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. -
Page 51: Further Information
Changing the Menu Settings Press MENU. MENU Select the desired menu. Select MANUAL SETTING VIDEO QUALITY ZOOM COMPENSATE FOR HAND SHAKE Menus (! VIDEO) VIDEO QUALITY VIDEO QUALITY Sets the picture quality for videos. ZOOM ZOOM Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Compensates for hand shake. - Page 52 Changing the Menu Settings Menus (! VIDEO) GAIN UP GAIN UP Makes the subject appear bright automatically when you record in dark places. However, the overall color tones appear grayish. x.v.Color Records video in the color range suitable for viewing in an x.v.Color™ compliant TV.
- Page 53 Menus (# IMAGE) IMAGE QUALITY Sets the picture quality for still images. IMAGE SIZE Selects the picture size for still images. 2 GAIN Sets the ISO setting to increase the sensitivity in dark conditions. Y BASIC SETTINGS FOCUS ASSIST When this function is used, the outline of the focused object is displayed in the selected color.
- Page 54 Changing the Menu Settings Y BASIC SETTINGS menus STREAM FORMAT Selects the recording method for videos. 9 LANGUAGE Sets the display language. (Z p. 19) : CLOCK ADJUST Sets the time. (Z p. 19) ; DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the date and time display format.
- Page 55 Y BASIC SETTINGS menus % DISPLAY ON TV Displays camera’s on-screen display on a TV screen. VIDEO OUTPUT Set the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the screen of the connected television when outputting videos from the AV connector. COMPONENT OUTPUT Sets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector.
- Page 56 Changing the Menu Settings Y BASIC SETTINGS menus CLEAN-UP HDD Writing speed to HDD tends to become slow after long periods of repeated use. Execute cleanup periodically to regain the writing speed. FORMAT HDD Ensures stable speeds and operation when accessing the hard disk drive.
- Page 57 Y BASIC SETTINGS menus FACTORY PRESET Returns all the camera settings to their default values. QUICK RESTART Enables the camera to start up quickly when you turn off the camera and then on again within five minutes by closing and opening the LCD monitor.
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Page 58: Troubleshooting
If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. (Z p. 62) • If the problem persists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. • Check that the microSD card is facing the right direction. • Connect the AC adapter correctly. - Page 59 Trouble The recorded subject is too bright. Cannot use spot exposure control. The color of the recorded subject looks strange. Digital zoom does not work. White balance setting cannot be activated. The continuous shooting speed is slow. A function cannot be activated.
- Page 60 • The LCD monitor may be reaching the end of its service life. Consult your nearest JVC dealer or the JVC customer service. • The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight.
- Page 61 Trouble The color of images looks strange. Noise can be heard. Images look unnatural on the TV (long and thin etc.) When dubbing, the connected video device does not start recording automatically. GZ-HD40 When dubbing a playlist, some videos cannot be played back.
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Page 62: Cleaning
# If this does not solve the malfunction, perform [FORMAT HDD]. (All data is deleted.) $ If this does not solve the problem, perform the disc check function from a PC after formatting. % If this does not solve the problem, contact the JVC customer service for repairs. To reset the camera ... -
Page 63: Warning Indications
Warning Indications Indication CHECK LENS COVER SET DATE/TIME! COMMUNICATING ERROR CANNOT USE IN VIDEO MODE NOT FORMATTED FORMAT ERROR! DATA DELETION ERROR FAILURE TO SAVE HDD ERROR! MEMORY CARD ERROR! UP TO 3 STILL IMAGES CAN BE TAKEN DURING RECORDING CANNOT TAKE MORE STILL IMAGES AT THE MOMENT DROP DETECTION WORKED AND... - Page 64 Warning Indications Indication RECORDING FAILURE VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/ PLAYBACK, RECOVER? UNSUPPORTED SCENE! UNSUPPORTED FILE! THIS FILE IS PROTECTED INSUFFICIENT SPACE NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW UPPER LIMIT OF RECORDABLE NUMBER OF FOLDERS/ FILES HAS BEEN REACHED SCENE QUANTITY LIMIT EXCEEDED CANCELLED BECAUSE...
- Page 65 Indication POWER IS OFF, OR USB DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED DVD-RW DISC HAS BEEN ALREADY USED FINALIZATION FAILED INCOMPATIBLE FORMAT NO FILES INSERT DISC CHANGE DISC Action • Turn on the power of the connected USB device. • Connect the AC adapter to the DVD burner. •...
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Page 66: Specifications
Specifications Camera For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 6.6 W* *When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Dimensions (W x H x D) GZ-HD40 73 mm x 68 mm x 123 mm (2-7/8"... - Page 67 Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx. 1 year (depending on the frequency of use) Operating distance Within 5 m (16.4 ft) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Approximate recording time (minutes) (for video) Recording medium Quality 1440 CBR Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
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Page 68: Cautions
American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before... - Page 69 Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 72: Terms
Terms AC Adapter ...18, 68 Adjust Brightness ...28 Aperture Priority ...29 Auto Finalize ...55 AV Connection ...36, 50, 55 Backlight Compensation ...27 Battery Pack ...18, 24, 68 Brightness Control (LCD Monitor) ...54 Clean-up HDD ...56 Clock Adjust ...19, 54 Component Connection ...35, 55 Copying (Moving) Files ...44 Date Display Style ...54 Deleting Files ...37, 56...