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GUIDEBOOK HD HARD DISK CAMCORDER GZ-HD5 GZ-HD6 The camera illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of the GZ-HD6. Dear Customers Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained on pages 4 and 5 to ensure safe use of this product.
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Record in High-Defi nition! Select the mode which suits your purpose. • • • • 1440 CBR 8 To change the settings See page 66. Full high-defi nition View in High-Defi nition! Enjoy viewing images in high-defi nition image quality by simply connecting the camera to a high-defi...
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Back Up High-Defi nition Images on DVD Discs! Video can easily be backed up on a DVD disc by connecting to a separate DVD burner (CU-VD40). • This DVD disc can then be played in the camera or a PC, but not in a DVD player.
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"...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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 immediately destroy the...
Contents GETTING STARTED Accessories ... 10 Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood ... 10 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ... 11 Preparing the Remote Control ... 11 Attaching the Core Filter to the DC Cord ... 11 Index ... 12 Indications on LCD Monitor ... 14 Necessary Settings before Use ...
( Precautions on handling batteries • Be sure to use the JVC BN-VF815U/ VF823U battery packs. • If the camera is subjected to electrostatic discharge, turn the power off before using it again.
Accessories AC Adapter AP-V14U USB Cable p. 46, 55, 62) Remote Control RM-V750U ( p. 11) Attaching/Detaching the Lens Hood GZ-HD6 Battery Pack Component Cable BN-VF815U GZ-HD6 Lens Hood Already attached to the camera. ( below) Lithium Battery CR2025 Pre-installed in the remote control unit.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap Peel off the pad and thread the end of the strap through the eyelet. Eyelet 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:...
Index NOTES • The LCD monitor can rotate 270°. • Power-linked operation You can also turn the camera on/off by opening/closing the LCD monitor. • Be careful not to cover sensors 5, < and = during shooting.
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Camera ! Index Button [INDEX] ( p. 31)/ Remaining Space Button/ Data Battery Button [ 0 / 1 ] ( # Set Lever Move to ¡ : Reverse Skip ( p. 29)/Up/ Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT] p. 25) Move to ¢ : Forward Skip ( p.
Indications on LCD Monitor During both Video and Still Image Recording 200X F5.6 1/4000 ! Selected Recording Mode Indicator p. 24) # Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( $ Approximate Zoom Ratio ( % Zoom Indicator ( p. 22) & Focus Assist Indicator ( ( Shutter Speed ( p.
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During Video Playback 1080p J A N . 2 0 . 2 0 0 8 ! Mode Indicator ( p. 29) : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) ( $ Output with 1080p ( p. 70) % x.v.Color p.
Necessary Settings before Use Be sure to confi gure the following 3 settings before use. Charging the Battery Pack Set the power/mode switch to OFF. (CHARGE) Attach the battery pack. Connect the AC adapter. DC Connector AC Adapter • The access/charge lamp blinks to indicate charging has started.
Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. Set the power/mode switch to ON. Select the menu mode. MENU Select [GENERAL]. ¬ VIDEO SCENE COUNTER EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL QUALITY ZOOM SELECT Select [LANGUAGE]. Select GENERAL DISPLAY DISPLAY ON TV LANGUAGE CLOCK ADJUST DATE DISPLAY STYLE...
Other Settings Grip Adjustment Open the pad and make grip adjustments. Tripod Mounting Align the camera stud hole with the tripod stud, and the mounting socket with the screw, and then rotate the camera clockwise to mount it to the tripod. Bottom of the Camera NOTE Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel...
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Q Insert a microSD card Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to OFF Open the microSD card cover. Firmly insert the card with its clipped edge fi rst. Bottom of the Camera Close the microSD card cover. 8 To remove a microSD card Push the microSD card once.
Recording Files Video Recording Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON. Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select MODE lamp on the camera lights up. 8 To stop recording Press the REC button again. 8 To change the picture quality Change the settings in [QUALITY].
Still Image Recording Preparation: Set the power/mode switch to ON. Slide the power/mode switch to MODE to select mode. MODE The switch returns to the original position when it is released. lamp on the camera lights up. 8 To change the picture quality Change the settings in [QUALITY].
Recording Files Zooming Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. Zoom out W: Wide angle Maximum zoom ratio is 10X (factory-preset). 8 To change the maximum zoom ratio (for ! mode only) Change the settings in [ZOOM]. ( NOTE Macro shooting is possible as close as approx.
Checking the Remaining Space on the Recording Media – mode only Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the recording mode. MAX RECORDING TIME 5h00m 7h00m 12h00m 5h00m INDEX The maximum recording time is displayed for each picture quality mode. 8 To return to the normal screen Press the 0 / 1 button again.
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 8 To return to the auto recording mode Press the AUTO/INFO button so that the 4 indicator appears.
Manual Focus In the manual recording mode; Adjust the focus. 8 To cancel the manual focus setting Move the set lever to ¢ (FOCUS) so that the @/A indicator disappears. Focus Assist The image becomes black and white. The outline of focused object is displayed in blue.
Manual Recording Spot Exposure Control Use this function when backlight compensation does not work well, or to adjust the brightness in the desired spot. In the manual recording mode; Move twice. Select the desired spot metering area frame. Select 8 To lock the exposure After you fi...
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Menus [AUTO] : The brightness is adjusted automatically. –6 to +6 : Corrects the brightness within this range in increments [±0] : The brightness is not adjusted. ADJUST BRIGHTNESS –2.0 to +2.0 (EV) : Corrects the brightness within this range in Adjusts the brightness.
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Manual Recording Menus EFFECT Enables you to record videos or still images with special effects. TELE MACRO Enables you to shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 40 cm (1.32 ft). ZEBRA* The sections of the photographic subject that are refl...
PLAYBACK Playing Back Files Video Playback Select (video) mode. MODE The switch returns to the original position when it is released. lamp on the camera lights up. 8 To return to the index screen Press the INDEX button. 8 To watch on TV See page 35.
Playing Back Files Still Image Playback Select (still image) mode. MODE lamp on the camera lights up. 8 To return to the index screen Press the INDEX button. 8 To watch on TV See page 35. 8 To turn the date display on/off Change the settings in [DATE/TIME].
File Search Function You can switch the index screen to the date index screen or event screen for the convenient fi le search. Date Index Screen You can search the desired fi le by the recording date. Preparation: • Select mode.
Playing Back Files To Play Back TPD Files – mode only TPD fi les (demonstration fi les, etc.) are stored in the EXTMOV folder. If you copy videos recorded on this camera to a PC, edit them on the PC, and then recopy them to this camera, store them in the EXTMOV folder.
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8 Items for EFFECT setting • SEPIA: The image is given a brownish tint like an old photo. • MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like an old movie. • CLASSIC FILM*: The image is given an old movie atmosphere by the effect of skipping frames.
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Playing Back Files Wipe or fader effects – ! mode only Add effects at the beginning and end of videos. These effects cannot be set for still images. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. FUNCTION Select [WIPE/FADER]. Select Select a desired effect.
Watching Images on TV This camera is designed to be used with high-defi nition 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.
Watching Images on TV 8 To connect using the AV connector To AC Outlet DC Connector AV Connector AV Cable AV Input Connector NOTE Change the settings in [VIDEO OUTPUT] to suit the screen size of your television. p. 70) (Continued) Playback Operation After the connection with TV is...
EDITING/PRINTING Managing Files CAUTION Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) while accessing fi les. 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.
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Managing Files Deleting/Protecting Files After performing steps 1-2 ( Select [FILE SELECT]. Select Select the desired fi le. Select • (deletion) or appears on the fi le. To select other fi les, repeat this step. • If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen is displayed.
Viewing File Information Preparation: • mode: Pause the playback. Otherwise, select the fi le on the index screen. • mode: Play back the still image. Otherwise, select the fi le on the index screen. AUTO FILE FOLDER DATE/TIME PB TIME INFO QUALITY PROTECT...
Managing Files Changing the Event Registration of Video Files after Recording – mode only Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. DIRECT BACKUP EVENT Select a new event to register the fi le to. • To move to the next page, select [NEXT PAGE].
DPOF Print Setting – # mode only 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. Preparation: •...
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Managing Files Setting All Files Together (One Print for Each) FUNCTION Select [DPOF]. Select Select [ALL1]. Select Select [EXECUTE]. Select 8 To exit the screen Press the FUNCTION button. 8 To reset DPOF settings 1) In step 3, select [RESET]. 2) Select [EXECUTE].
Playlists – ! mode only It is a list that enables you to organize recorded videos in order of preference. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. Creating Playlists FUNCTION Select [EDIT PLAYLIST]. Select DELETE PROTECT EFFECT WIPE/FADER PLAYBACK PLAYLIST EDIT PLAYLIST PLAYBACK TPD FILE...
Playlists – ! mode only (Continued) NOTES • A maximum of 99 playlists can be created. • Each playlist can consist of a maximum of 99 scenes. • If you delete the original fi les, the corresponding fi les are also deleted from the playlist.
Other Operations of Playlists You can perform additional editing and delete fi les in a created playlist. Preparation: Perform steps 1-2. ( p. 43) Adding/Deleting Files in Playlist Select [EDIT]. Select the playlist you want to edit. To add or delete fi les, follow the steps 5 to 8 in “Creating Playlists”.
Copying Files Types of Copying and Connectable Device The Camera You can copy still images between the HDD and microSD card with this camera alone. ( DVD Burner (CU-VD40) You can copy video/still image fi les recorded on this camera onto DVD discs. right column) VCR/DVD Recorder You can dub video fi...
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Backup All Files Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • Select mode. The following illustrations of display screens are examples of when backing up video fi les. Select [NORMAL BACK-UP]. Select VIDEO FINALIZE NORMAL BACK-UP SELECT BACK-UP PLAYBACK SELECT Select the desired menu.
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Copying Files Select Files for Backup Preparation: • Connect the camera to the DVD burner. • Select mode. The following illustrations of display screens are examples of when backing up video fi les. Select [SELECT BACK-UP]. Select Select the desired menu. Select •...
VCR/DVD Recorder i.LINK Connector NOTES • Be sure to use the optional JVC VC- VDV206U or VC-VDV204U i.LINK cable depending on the connector type (4 or 6 pins) of the VCR/DVD recorder. • To dub videos in high-defi nition quality: - Connect a device that supports high-defi...
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Copying Files 8 To connect using the AV connectors (analog dubbing) To AC Outlet DC Connector AV Connector AV Cable Dubbing Operation Set the VCR/DVD recorder to its AUX input mode. Check that the images from the camera are input correctly to the VCR/DVD recorder.
Copying/Moving Still Image Files You can copy or move still image fi les between the HDD and microSD card. Preparation: • Select mode. • Select the playback mode. • Make sure that microSD card is inserted in the microSD slot. •...
File Backup on a Windows Install the software that came with the camera to your PC. You can back up your fi les on your PC with a simple one-touch operation, edit your fi les on your PC, and also create discs. Even if you do not install the software, you can still back up your fi...
Software Installation The following software is included in the CD- ROM that came with your camera. CyberLink BD Solution Comprehensive application software that consists of the following 3 kinds of software. • PowerCinema NE for Everio The main authoring software. You can perform various operations such as fi...
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File Backup on a Windows Select the desired language and click [OK]. Click [Yes]. The software installation starts. Click [Finish]. ® (Continued) When installation is completed The installed software is displayed in [All Programs] – [CyberLink BD Solution]. The backup destination folder [MyWorks] for fi...
Connecting the Camera to the PC Preparation: Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF. To AC Outlet DC Connector USB Cable USB Connector NOTES • Never disconnect the USB cable while the access/charge lamp on the camera lights or blinks. •...
File Backup on a Windows File Backup on the PC This method uses the software on the CD- ROM to back up fi les onto your PC. Video fi les that have never been backed up onto the PC are automatically selected and backed up.
File Backup on the PC without Using Software Preparation: Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. ( p. 55) On the PC, create a folder to back up fi les into. Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. On the camera, select [PLAYBACK ON PC].
Other Windows Playing Back Files on the PC Preparation: • Install the software. • Connect the camera to the PC. Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. On the camera, select [PLAYBACK ON PC]. A dialog box is displayed on the PC screen.
Creating Discs/Editing Files Preparation: • Install the software. • Connect the camera to the PC. Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. On the camera, select [PLAYBACK ON PC]. A dialog box is displayed on the PC screen. However, you do not need to use the dialog box.
Other Windows NOTES • You can use following discs: - BD-RE, BD-R - DVD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs) - DVD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be formatted before recording. Formatting deletes all content recorded on the disc.) - CD-R/RW • DVD-RAM discs cannot be used. •...
File Backup on a Macintosh If the software on the provided CD-ROM is installed, the backed up fi le can be viewed in QuickTime Player or edited in iMovie HD or Final Cut Pro. (Several functions will not be accessible.) You can fi...
File Backup on a Macintosh Connecting the Camera to the Macintosh Preparation: Set the camera’s power/mode switch to OFF. To AC Outlet DC Connector USB Cable USB Connector NOTES • Never disconnect the USB cable while the access/charge lamp on the camera lights or blinks.
File Backup on the Macintosh Preparation: Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable. ( p. 64) On the computer, create a folder to back up fi les into. Set the camera’s power/mode switch to ON. On the camera, select [PLAYBACK ON PC].
Folder Structure and Extensions Recording medium [DCIM] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.TOD] [MOVXXX.MOI] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX] [EXTMOV] [MOV_XXXX.TPD] [MOV_XXXX.TPD] [MOV_XXXX.TPD] [MISC] [PRIVATE] * Information such as the date and time of recording, recorded with the video fi le. Extensions Video fi...
Contact us for information on the provided software Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. When contacting the nearest JVC offi ce 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.
Changing the Menu Settings Select the menu mode. MENU Select the desired fi rst menu item. ! : VIDEO # : IMAGE : GENERAL : OUTPUT SETTING : MEDIA ¬ Menus QUALITY Sets the picture quality for videos. Select VIDEO SCENE COUNTER EXTERNAL MIC LEVEL QUALITY...
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Menus ZOOM Sets the maximum zoom ratio. Compensates for hand shake. GAIN UP Makes the subject appear bright automatically when you record in dark places. However, the overall color tones appear grayish. WIND CUT Reduces noise caused by wind. / REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO Sets the recording medium for videos.
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Changing the Menu Settings Menus CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. SELF-TIMER Starts recording when the set time elapses after the SNAPSHOT button is pressed. 3 REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE Sets the recording medium for still images.
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Menus BRIGHT Sets the brightness of the LCD monitor. MONITOR BACKLIGHT Enables you to adjust the brightness of backlight on the monitor. DROP DETECTION Prevents damage to the HDD by turning off the power automatically when it is detected that the camera dropped. FOCUS ASSIST When this function is used, the outline of the focused object is...
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Changing the Menu Settings Menus 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 defi nition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector. HDMI OUTPUT Sets the defi...
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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. , FORMAT SD CARD You have to format newly purchased microSD cards with this camera before using them.
• If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. ( • 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. •...
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Trouble • The recorded subject Set the backlight compensation to [OFF] if it is being used. • Set the brightness to the [-] side. is too bright. • Cannot use spot Keep the zoom ratio below 10X. exposure control. • The color of the If there are numerous light sources etc.
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• 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 diffi cult to see if used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight.
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Trouble • The following functions cannot be used for a backup DVD. [When playing back video] - Special playback (forward slow motion, reverse slow motion, Some functions - Saving still images from video playback cannot be used when - Search index by date playing back a backup - Playback effects DVD through a DVD...
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$ 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. 8 To reset the camera ! Set the power/mode switch to OFF and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camera, then reattach it.
Warning Indications Indication HARD DISK DRIVE IS FULL MEMORY CARD IS FULL COMMUNICATING ERROR INCOMPATIBLE FORMAT UNSUPPORTED FILE! NO SUPPORTED FILES NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW POWER NOT ON OR USB DEVICE NOT COMPATIBLE RECORDING FAILURE RECORDING CANCELLED THIS FILE IS PROTECTED NUMBER OF PRINTS ERROR EVENT LIST EMPTY NO PLAYLIST...
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• Select [OK] to restore. • Set the video media in the video menu to [HDD]. • Replace the microSD card. (Cards that have been recorded on using anything other than JVC high-defi nition hard disk movies cannot be used.)
Cleaning Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. 8 To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is particularly dirty, dip the cloth into diluted mild soap and wring it out well. After wiping with the wet cloth, wipe again with a dry cloth. 8 To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Specifi cations Camera 8 For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 6.9 W GZ-HD5 Approx. 7.1 W GZ-HD6 Dimensions (W x H x D) 78 mm x 73 mm x 130 mm GZ-HD5 (3-1/8"...
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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)
AC wall outlet other than 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.
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Changes or modifi cations 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.