Jvc Everio GZ-HM340 User Manual

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Verifying the AccessoriesIf any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center.Illustration Descript

OPERATION SOUNDTurns on or off the operation sound.Setting DetailsOFF Turns off the operation sound.ON Turns on the operation sound.Displaying the Ite

QUICK RESTARTEnables recording to be performed immediately when the LCD monitor isopened.Setting DetailsOFF Deactivates the function.ON Enables the po

FACTORY PRESETReturns all the settings to their default values.1Touch D to display the menu..2Select “BASIC SETTINGS” and touch C..3Select “FACTORY PR

Connection Settings MenuYou can adjust various settings for connecting to a TV or DVD recorder.Setting DetailsDISPLAY ON TV Displays icons and date/ti

COMPONENT OUTPUTSets the definition of the video output from the COMPONENT connector.Setting Details480i Outputs at 480i or 480p.1080i Outputs at 1080

HDMI CONTROLSets the linked operations ON/OFF when the TV and this unit are con-nected using the HDMI mini connector.Setting DetailsOFF Turns off link

Media Settings MenuYou can perform various settings for the recording media.Setting DetailsREC MEDIA FOR VIDEO Sets the recording/playback media of vi

REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM340/GZ-HM320)Sets the recording/playback media of still images.Setting DetailsBUILT-IN MEMORY Records still images to this u

FORMAT SD CARDDeletes all files on the SD card.Setting DetailsFILE Deletes all files on the SD card.FILE + MANAGE-MENT NODeletes all files on the SD c

Front.1Lens●Do not touch the lens and lens cover.●Do not cover the lens with your fingers during video recording."Attaching the Lens Cap" （A

.●Align the top of the battery with this unit, and slide in until the batteryclicks into place.2Connect the AC adapter to the DC terminal..3Plug in th

Bottom.1Tripod Mounting Hole"Tripod Mounting" （A P.16）2SD Card Slot●Insert an optional SD card."Inserting an SD Card (GZ-HM340/GZ-HM320

LCD Monitor.1SliderLASER TOUCH OPERATION●Selects items or images from the menu or index screen."Using the Operation Buttons" （A P.15）2LCD Mo

Common Recording Indications.1Recording Mode"Taking Videos in Auto Mode" （A P.19）"Manual Recording" （A P.24）2Effect"EFFECT&qu

Still Image Recording.1Still Image Mode"A / B (Video/Still Image) Button" （A P.110）2Focus"Taking Still Images in Auto Mode" （A P.2

Still Image Playback.1Still Image Mode"A / B (Video/Still Image) Button" （A P.110）2Folder Number3File Number4Operation Indicator"Playin

Battery PackUnable to turn on the power when using the battery pack.Recharge the battery pack.If the terminal of this unit or the battery pack is dirt

CardCannot insert the SD card.Make sure not to insert the card in the wrong direction.Unable to copy to SD card.To record to the card, it is necessary

Editing/CopyingUnable to dub to a Blu-ray recorder.Dubbing cannot be performed by connecting this unit to a Blu-ray record-er with a USB cable. Connec

Screen/ImageThe LCD monitor is difficult to see.The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such asunder direct sunlight.A band or

Error Message?SET DATE/TIME!Connect the AC adapter, charge the battery pack for more than 24 hours,then set the clock. (If the message still appears,

Grip Adjustment.① Flip the grip belt over.② Adjust the length of the belt.③ Fasten the grip belt.CAUTION:●Be sure to fasten the grip belt properly.If

Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time.CAUTION:●Be sure to detach the battery pack, AC adapter, and power pl

CameraItem DetailsPower supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 VUsing battery pack: DC 3.6 VPower consump-tion2.6 W (when “LCD BACKLIGHT” is set to “STAND-AR

.Types of Usable SD CardThe following SD cards can be used on this unit.SDHC Card.●Use a Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) forvid

.Types of Usable SD CardThe following SD cards can be used on this unit.SDHC Card.●Use a Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) forvid

Resetting the ClockSet the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu.1Touch D to display the menu..2Select “CLOCK ADJUST” and touch C..3Select “CLOCK SE

●Guardians should pay close attention when this unit is being used bychildren.Memo:●If camera shake is excessive, use the digital image stabilizer.&qu

Using this Unit OverseasThe shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions.To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug

Setting Daylight Saving TimeWhen “ON” is selected in “SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME” of“CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is set 1 hour ahead.1Touch D to display

Taking Videos in Auto ModeYou can record without worrying about the setting details by using the au-to mode.1Open the LCD monitor and select the video

ContentsBeginner's GuideCharging ... 4Recording ...

Operation Buttons for Video Recording.Operation But-tonDescriptionT/W ZoomAllows the same functions as the zoom lever to beperformed.Camera shake that

ZoomingThe angle of view can be adjusted using zoom..●Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.●Use the T end (telephoto end) to

Taking Still Images in Auto ModeYou can record without worrying about the setting details by using the au-to mode.1Open the LCD monitor and select the

Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording.Operation But-tonDescriptionT/W ZoomFunctions as the zoom lever."Zooming" （A P.23）Quick ReviewEn

Manual RecordingYou can adjust settings, such as brightness, by using the manual mode.Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes

Scene SelectionCommon scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with themost suitable settings.1Touch D to display the menu..2Select “MANUAL S

Adjusting Focus ManuallySet this when the focus is not clear in “AUTO” or when manual focusingis desired.1Touch D to display the menu..2Select “MANUAL

Adjusting BrightnessYou can adjust the brightness to your preferred level.1Touch D to display the menu..2Select “MANUAL SETTING” and touch C..3Select

Setting Backlight CompensationYou can correct the image when the subject appears too dark due tobacklight.1Touch D to display the menu..2Select “MANUA

Recording with EffectsYou can add various effects to videos and still images to create a differ-ent atmosphere from the usual recording..*The image is

AUTO REC ... 81SEAMLESS RECORDING ...

Registering Files to Events Before Record-ingVideos can be found easily during playback by categorizing them whenrecording.1Select video mode..2Touch

Uploading VideosYou can upload your videos to YouTube™ using the provided software"Everio MediaBrowser".Install the software on your PC and

.Display DescriptionSpeed IndicatorDisplays the recording interval that is set.Video QualityDisplays the icon of the video quality that is set.Remaini

Recording Automatically by Sensing Move-ments (AUTO REC)This function enables the unit to record automatically by sensing thechanges in subject's

Remaining Recording Time/Battery PowerYou can check the remaining video recording time on the internal memo-ry and SD card as well as the remaining ba

Approximate Video Recording TimeQuality Built-in Memory8 GBBuilt-in Memory16 GBSD Card/SDHC Card4 GBSD Card/SDHC Card8 GBSD Card/SDHC Card16 GBSD Card

Playing Back VideosYou can select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen(thumbnail display).The contents of the saving destination sel

Checking the Content of Videos QuicklyYou can play back a digest of the recorded videos (Digest Playback).This is useful for checking the content of t

Playback with Special EffectsYou can add effects to the beginning and end of recorded videos.1Select the playback mode..2Select video mode..3Touch D t

Playing Back Still ImagesYou can select and play back the recorded still images from an indexscreen (thumbnail display).The contents of the saving des

Charging●Refer to the operating instructions found in the animation on the De-tailed User Guide.Recording●Refer to the operating instructions found in

Searching for a Specific Video/Still ImageWhen there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is dif-ficult to look for the desired f

Search EventYou can search and play videos according to events and recording dates.●The contents of the saving destination selected in “REC MEDIA FORV

Connecting via the HDMI Mini ConnectorWe recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable).1Connect to the TV..●Press and hold the power bu

Connecting via the Component Connector1Connect to the TV..●Press and hold the power button M for 2 seconds or more to turn offthe power.2Connect the A

Playing Back PlaylistsPlay back the playlists that you have created.1Select the playback mode..2Select video mode..3Touch D to display the menu..4Sele

.6Check that it is the file to delete, select “YES” and touch C..●The file to delete appears on this screen.●Touch the operation buttons "E"

.●A delete mark appears on the selected file.To remove the delete mark, touch C again.●Touch “CHECK” to check the selected file.8Select “YES” and touc

Protecting FilesPrevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently byprotecting them."Protecting the Currently Displayed File&qu

Protecting Selected FilesProtects or releases protection of the selected files.1Select the playback mode..2Select video or still image mode..3Touch D

Protecting All FilesProtects all files.1Select the playback mode..2Select video or still image mode..3Touch D to display the menu..4Select “EDIT” and

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Changing Event Registration of VideosFind your recorded videos for playback easily by registering them to suit-able items from the list of various eve

Changing the Event of the Selected FilesChanges the event of multiple files by specifying a range.1Select the playback mode..2Select video mode..3Touc

Dividing FilesYou can divide a selected video into two.1Select the playback mode..2Select video mode..3Touch D to display the menu..4Select “EDIT” and

Face Detection ZoomYou can enlarge the part including a face in a still image and save it as anew file.1Select the playback mode..2Select still image

Capturing a Still Image in the Video duringPlaybackYou can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded vid-eos.1Select the playback mo

●Touch C to resume playback."Playing Back Videos" （A P.36）8Touch C to pause playback, then touch “SET” to set the point to stopcopying..●To

.●To reset the start point, touch “CANCEL”.8Select “CAPTURE TRIMMED FILE” and touch C..●To set the start/end point again, select “RESET AREA”.9Select

6Select the desired recording date and touch C..●Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video.●After setting, touch C.Picture TitleA Great MemoryHappy An

.6Select “CREATE FROM SCENE” and touch C..7Select the file to add to playlist and touch C..●Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video.8Select the inse

8Select the insertion point and touch C..●The selected videos are added to the playlist on the right.●To delete a video from the playlist, touch "

Composing the picture with the guests in front and thebride and groom at the back.Recording the Expressions and Comments of GuestsYou can record com

8Select the insertion point and touch C..●The selected videos are added to the playlist on the right.●To delete a video from the playlist, touch "

8Select the recording date to add to playlist and touch C..●Touch “CHECK” to check the selected video.9Select the insertion point and touch C..●The se

8Select the insertion point and touch C..●The selected videos are added to the playlist on the right.●To delete a video from the playlist, touch "

Adding Title Screens to Playlists (GZ-HM340/GZ-HM320)Add a title screen to a created playlist.1Select the playback mode..2Select video mode..3Touch D

Combining Videos Recorded by SeamlessRecordingVideos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESSRECORDING” in the video recording menu

Copying Files to CardYou can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory or SD cardto another media.Copying still images to SD cards makes i

Copying Selected FilesCopies selected videos and still images to another media.1Select the playback mode..2Select video or still image mode..3Touch D

Moving FilesYou can move videos and still images from the built-in memory or SDcard to another media.Files that are moved will be deleted from the ori

Moving Selected FilesMoves selected videos and still images to another media.Files that are moved will be deleted from the original media.1Select the

Dubbing Files to a DVD Recorder or VCRYou can dub videos by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR.●Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV, DVD

Battery PackPrepare a battery pack that is ready for double the expected recordingtime in a day. For example, if you plan to record for 2 hours a da

Copying to Windows PCYou can copy files to a PC using the provided software.DVDs can also be created using the PC's DVD drive.If the provided sof

.① Connect the AC adapter to this unit.② Connect using the provided USB cable.2Open the LCD monitor..●The USB MENU appears.3Select “BACK UP” and touch

Organizing FilesAfter backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as "Fam-ily Trip" or "Athletic Meet".This is usef

Recording Videos to DiscsCopy the files that are arranged using the user list to DVDs.1Insert a new disc into the PC's recordable DVD drive.2Sele

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Backing Up Files Without Using Provided SoftwareCopy the files to a PC using the following method.1Connect the USB cable and AC adapter..① Connect the

Copying to Mac ComputerCopy the files to a Mac computer using the following method.1Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter..① Connect the AC adapter

Operating the MenuUse the slider and operation buttons to set the menu.●The menu differs according to the mode in use.1Touch D to display the menu..2S

Recording Menu (Video)You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change setti

FACE PRIORITY AE/AFDetects faces and adjusts the brightness and focus automatically.Setting DetailsOFF Deactivates the function.ON Activates the funct

Using Pan at the Places of InterestTourists spots with beautiful scenery or historical sites are places that youwould certainly want to record.To capt

ZOOMSets the maximum zoom ratio.Setting Details20x/OPTICAL Enables zooming up to 20x.80x/DIGITAL Enables zooming up to 80x.200x/DIGITAL Enables zoomin

TIME-LAPSE RECORDINGThis function enables the changes of a scene that occur slowly over along period to be shown within a short time by taking frames

WIND CUTReduces the noise caused by wind.Setting DetailsOFF Deactivates the function.ON Activates the function.Displaying the Item1Select video mode..

Recording Menu (Still Image)You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change

.Displaying the Item1Select still image mode..2Touch D to display the menu..3Select “SELF-TIMER” and touch C..SHUTTER MODEContinuous shooting settings

IMAGE SIZESets the image size (number of pixels) for still images.Setting Details1920X1080(2M) Takes still images in the size of 1920X1080 withaspect

GAIN UPMakes the subject appear bright automatically when recording in darkplaces.Setting DetailsOFF Deactivates the function.AGC Electrically brighte

Manual Settings MenuRecording settings can be adjusted manually.Memo:●They are displayed only when recording in the manual mode.Setting DetailsSCENE S

Playback Menu (Video)You can delete or look for specific videos.Setting DetailsDELETE Deletes unwanted videos."Deleting the Currently Displayed F

DELETEDeletes unwanted videos.Operating Details"Deleting the Currently Displayed File" （A P.44）"Deleting Selected Files" （A P.45）&

Inducing Responses by Calling Out.Videos with no waving of hands nor laughter are not only dull when youview them later, but also put the capability o

EDITYou can perform operations such as copying or protecting videos.Setting DetailsCOPY Copies files to another media."Copying All Files" （A

ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSets whether to show on-screen displays such as icons during playback.Setting DetailsOFF No display at all.DISPLAY ALL Displays every

Playback Menu (Still Image)You can delete or look for specific still images.Setting DetailsDELETE Deletes unwanted still images."Deleting the Cur

SLIDE SHOW EFFECTSEffects can be added to the transitions in slideshow playback.Setting DetailsSLIDE Switches the screen by sliding in from right to l

Display Settings MenuYou can adjust various display settings such as the LCD monitor's brightness, etc.Setting DetailsLANGUAGE The language on th

Clock Set StyleThe clock set style of this unit varies with the models...●The order of "Year, Month, Day, Time" changes according to the da

LCD BACKLIGHTSets the brightness of the backlight of the monitor.Setting DetailsBRIGHTER Brightens the backlight of the monitor regardless of thesurro

CLOCK ADJUSTResets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit over-seas.Setting DetailsCLOCK SET-TINGResets the current time or c

Basic Settings MenuYou can adjust various camera settings such as operation sound, etc.Setting DetailsDEMO MODE Introduces the special features of thi

DEMO MODEStarts playback of the demo mode which introduces the features of thisunit.Setting DetailsOFF Deactivates the function.ON Plays a demonstrati