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HD MEMORY CAMERA GZ-HM400 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...
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2 and 3 to ensure safe use of this product. For Future Reference: Enter the Model No. (located on the bottom of the camcorder) and Serial No. (located on the battery pack mount of the camcorder) below. Model No.
It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage. CAUTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
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If this symbol is shown, it is only valid in the European Union. Remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such...
The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. CAUTION Fire or injury may result if batteries NOT approved by JVC are used. Only use the batteries specified on page 41. Power/charge lamp blinks: Charging goes out: Charging finished...
Date/Time Setting Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder Power button LCD monitor Select [YES] within 10 seconds Slide your finger up and down on the sensor. Then touch OK. • 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.
Video recording CAUTION Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording. Slide the mode switch to select Select recording mode (REC) The mode changes when you press the button. Start recording Press the START/STOP button to start recording, and press it again to stop.
Playing back Select playback mode (PLAY) The mode changes when you press the button. Select the desired file Select (Touch OK) To perform operations such as forward search or reverse search (Z p. 22) To view files on TV (Z p. 24) ...
® ® http://www.adobe.com/ NOTE Select your desired language with a single click. The model name is indicated on the bottom of your camcorder. USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV ... 24 Connection with TV... 24 Playback Operation ... 25 COPYING Copying Files ...
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. JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Make a trial recording Before the actual recording of important data,...
GETTING STARTED Accessories AP-V21U AC Adapter Battery Pack Component Cable LY37115-001A USB Cable Shoe Adapter RM-V751U Remote Control Lithium Battery Pre-installed in the remote control. CD-ROM NOTE Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. Shoe Adapter An optional microphone or light can be attached to the shoe adapter.
Attaching the Core Filter to the USB Cable The core filter reduces interference caused when connecting to other devices. Connect the end of the cable with the core filter to the camcorder. Release the stopper. 3 cm (1-3/16") To be connected to the camcorder Wind once.
« 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 surfaces.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording D E C . 2 4 . 2 0 0 9 ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator (Z p. 19, 20) @ : Auto Mode : Manual Mode # Scene Select Indicator $ Effect Mode Indicator % White Balance Indicator &...
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During Video Playback D E C . 2 4 . 2 0 0 9 ! Mode Indicator # High Speed Recording Indicator $ Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) % Quick Review Indicator (Z p. 19) : Digest Playback Indicator &...
See page 21. To detach the battery pack NOTE • You can also use the camcorder with just the AC adapter. • The actual recording time may shorten depending on the recording environment, such as when recording scenes with fast moving subject.
Select the desired language. To return to the previous screen Select To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Grip Adjustment NOTE • Fasten the strap when you grip the camcorder. • When carrying the camcorder, please be careful not to drop it.
• It is recommended to use Class 6 when recording video in UXP mode. NOTE No SD card is supplied with your camcorder. Insert an SD card Preparation: Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the camcorder.
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 turns itself off automatically to conserve power. Approximate remaining...
Press SNAPSHOT fully to take a still image. NOTE • If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically to conserve power. • The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 size may be cut off when printed.
Zooming Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. Zoom in T: Telephoto You can also zoom out/zoom in by selecting [W] or [T] on the LCD monitor. (On-screen zoom control) Zoom ratio (factory-preset) mode [10X/OPTICAL] [10X/OPTICAL] To change the maximum zoom ratio ...
Playing Back Files Video Playback Slide the mode switch to select (video) mode. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. To play back a few seconds from the ...
Still Image Playback Slide the mode switch to select (still image) mode. To move to the previous or next page Touch [ ] or [ ] for over a second. To delete a still image Select To change the number of thumbnails ...
USING WITH TV Viewing Files on TV This camcorder 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.
Playback Operation AV Connector After the connection with TV is completed Turn on the camcorder and the TV. Set the TV to its VIDEO mode. (Only when connecting the camcorder to the VCR/DVD recorder)
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.
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DVD burner. • When connecting to a BD burner, use a USB cable with Mini-A(Male) to B(Male) connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is recommended. Refer to page 35 for information on contacting JVC. Backup All Files Preparation: •...
1) Select [QUIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. NOTE This method can 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.
PC OPERATION Creating a Disc Using a PC You can copy the data from the camcorder and create a disc using a PC. Installing the software to the PC System Requirements Windows Vista Windows Vista ® Home Basic (SP1) Home Premium (SP1)
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Make sure that enough free space is left in the PC’s HDD. • Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn off the camcorder. USB Connector Power button USB Cable Press the < (Power) button for more than 2 seconds to turn on the camcorder.
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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. Double-click the icon to open the calendar.
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Creating a Disc Using a PC 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 disc: Suitable for high quality video. Suitable for high quality video with long recording time.
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5) Copy files to any folder on the PC (such as the desktop). To edit files Use the software compatible with AVCHD/JPEG. NOTE Do not move or delete the folders and the files in the camcorder. Contains the still image folders. Video files with defective management information are saved.
Preparation: Install iTunes on a PC. ® http://www.apple.com/itunes/ Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. Select [EXPORT TO LIBRARY]. All the files with the export setting turned on are transferred to PC. If you cannot export the file to iTunes ...
Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the following information ready.
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. Refer also to the FAQ of new products on JVC’s website.
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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 not operate normally ...
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for 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]. •...
Specifications General Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 4.0 W* * When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Rated Current Consumption: 1A Dimensions (W x H x D) 67 mm x 72 mm x 135 mm (2-11/16"...
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Specifications Approximate recordable time (for video) Recording medium Quality Approximate number of images (for still image) Recording medium Image size/Quality 3456 x 1944 / FINE 3456 x 1944 / STANDARD 3072 x 1728 / FINE 3072 x 1728 / STANDARD 2592 x 1456 / FINE 2592 x 1456 / STANDARD 1920 x 1080 / FINE...
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Required charging/recording time (approx.) Battery pack BN-VF808U BN-VF815U (Provided) BN-VF823U * When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode. Charging time 1 h 50 m 2 h 40 m 3 h 40 m h: hour/m: minute Recording time 1 h 10 m* 2 h 25 m* 3 h 40 m*...
LCD Monitor • To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO ... 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.
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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.
Manual Recording Manual recording mode enables you to set the focus and screen brightness, etc. manually. Changing to Manual Recording Mode Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. Select [A/M] twice. To return to the auto recording mode ...
Manual Recording Aperture Priority Setting You can add a blurring effect to the background by setting the aperture value (F-number). Press A (Aperture Priority Setting). Turn the adjustment dial to select one of the following aperture value. At the lower F-number (larger aperture value), the background will be more blurred.
Manual Setting in Menu In the manual recording mode: Touch MENU. Select [MANUAL SETTING]. Select the desired menu. Menus SCENE SELECT Adjusts the exposure and/or shutter speed to suit your surroundings or the subject. FOCUS ASSIST Assists you to adjust the focus.
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@ [AUTO]: White balance is adjusted automatically. 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 appears.
Menus > 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. mode only) SHARPNESS Enhances the outline of the subject. mode only) High Speed Recording You can capture fast-moving subjects clearly.
Turning on the Face Detection Mode If you set this mode on, the camcorder detects the faces and adjust brightness and focus so that the faces are recorded clearly. The maximum of 16 face frames are displayed.
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. Touch MENU. Select [WIPE/FADER]. Select a desired effect.
Advanced Playback Functions 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.
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. Select Select [SEARCH EVENT].
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.
Deleting Selected Files After performing steps 1-2 (Z p. 56) Select [FILE SELECT]. Select the desired file and select • mark appears on the file. To select other files, repeat this step. • To check the content of the file, select [CHECK].
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Managing Files Protecting the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 (Z p. 57) Select [CURRENT]. Select [YES]. You can select the previous or next file by selecting % or &. To quit the screen Select [QUIT]. Protecting Selected Files After performing steps 1-3 (Z p.
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 •...
Managing Files Changing the Event Registration Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [CHANGE EVENT REG.]. Changing the Event of the Currently Displayed File After performing steps 1-3 Select [CURRENT]. Select [YES]. You can select the previous or next file by &...
Dividing Files You can divide a selected video into two. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [DIVIDE]. Select the desired file. Playback starts. Select [SET] at the point you want to divide the file. It is recommended to select [SET] after the pause button is pressed.
Managing Files 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. Touch MENU. Select [EDIT]. Select [TRIMMING]. Select the desired file. Select [SET] at the start point.
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. Select the desired still image. Select Touch the touch sensor to select the face to zoom.
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 Touch MENU. Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. Select [NEW LIST]. Select an item and display files. •...
Creating Playlists Including Picture Titles You can easily create a playlist including a picture title. Press TITLE. Select the desired picture title. You can check the picture title in full-screen by selecting [CHECK]. Select the desired file. You can check the scene by selecting [CHECK].
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) Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete files, follow the steps 5 to 8.
(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.
(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 camcorder.
Copying Files Copying/Moving Files You can copy or move files between the built-in memory and the SD card. mode mode Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. • Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD card slot.
Copying Files Using a BD/DVD Burner The files in the camcorder can be backed up to a disc using a BD/DVD burner. • Use one of the following methods to view the disc. (If you try to play back the disc with incompatible player, the disc may not be ejected.)
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To quit the screen 1) Select [QUIT]. 2) When [QUIT?] appears, select [YES]. NOTE This method can be used to copy video files to discs in a computer connected to the camcorder. Selecting Files for Backup Preparation: • Select mode.
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To play back the created disc in the BD/DVD burner using the camcorder 1) Connect the camcorder to the BD/DVD 2) Turn on the camcorder first, then turn on 3) Insert the disc. 4) Select [PLAYBACK]. 5) Select the desired folder. ( 6) Select the desired file.
Refer also to the optional USB external hard disk drive’s instruction manual. • When connecting to a Seagate’s FreeAgent™ Desk series product, use a USB cable with Mini-A(Male) to Mini-B(Male) connectors. JVC’s QAM0852-001 (optional) is recommended. Refer to page 35 for information on contacting JVC. •...
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• Do not format the USB external hard disk drive using the PC. If you did, format again using the camcorder. (All the data in the USB external hard disk drive will be erased.) • Avoid the following operations using the PC.
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. Touch MENU. Select [UPLOAD SETTINGS]. Select the desired file.
HDMI cables. NOTE • Not all HDMI-control devices comply with the HDMI-CEC standard. The HDMI control function of the camcorder will not work when connected to these devices. • The camcorder is not guaranteed to operate with all HDMI-CEC-enabled devices.
2 seconds after SNAPSHOT is pressed. • You can confirm the countdown on the camcorder screen. • It is recommended to attach the camcorder to a tripod and use this function to prevent the vibration after SNAPSHOT is pressed.
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SNAPSHOT is pressed. BRACKETING*: Activates the bracket shooting function. In addition to an image with the exposure set by the camcorder, four other images are recorded with exposure values shifted (between –0.6 EV and +0.6 EV by 0.3 EV). You can select the image that has a suitable exposure after shooting.
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Complete stabilization may 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.
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Changing the Menu Settings Mode Menus x.v.Color Records video in the color range suitable for viewing in an x.v.Color™ compliant TV. WIND CUT Reduces noise caused by wind. 4 GRID Displays grid lines on the monitor to help compose the subject accurately.
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Menus DISPLAY SETTINGS LANGUAGE Sets the display language. CLOCK ADJUST Sets the time. DATE DISPLAY STYLE Sets the date and time display format. MONITOR BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. MONITOR BACKLIGHT Enables you to adjust the brightness of backlight on the monitor.
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The demonstration only works when the AC adapter is 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.
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DVD are finalized automatically even if the setting is [OFF]. YES: Performs this function. [NO]: Cancels this function. NOTE Information about obtaining system update will be made available on the JVC’s web site. YES: Performs this function. [NO]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset.
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Changing the Menu Settings Menus CONNECTION SETTINGS DISPLAY ON TV Displays camcorder’s on-screen display on a TV screen. VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect (16:9/4:3) to the screen of the connected television when outputting videos from the AV connector. COMPONENT OUTPUT...
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Ensures stable speeds and operation when accessing the built-in memory. 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.
Fully charge the battery pack, run it down, and then recharge it again. • If the camcorder is used for long periods of time in high or low temperatures, or if the battery pack is repeatedly charged, the amount of remaining battery may not be displayed correctly.
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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. Keep touching OK until the •...
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Set [EFFECT] to [OFF]. • If there are many files (such as video) in the camcorder, it takes time for the camcorder to respond. It is recommended that you copy all files from the camcorder onto your computer, and erase the files from the camcorder.
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 not operate normally ...
Set the clock. If the message still appears after setting the clock, the battery for 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]. •...
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Replace the backup destination with another disc. • 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].
1 COPYRIGHT; OWNERSHIP You acknowledge that all copyrights and other intellectual property rights in the Program are owned by JVC and its licensor, and remain vested in JVC and such licensor. The Program is protected under the copyright law of Japan and other countries, and related Conventions.
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Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You for any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You must...