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-Mode Switch [!, #].Video Recording Start/Stop Button [START/ STOP] (Zpg.21) /Still Image Shooting Button [SNAPSHOT] (Zpg.22) 0Zoom Lever [W 7, ,] (Zpg.23) T Speaker Volume Control [VOL+] (Zpg.28) 1DC Jack [DC] (Zpg.17) 2Audio/Video Jack [AV] 3USB (Universal Serial Bus) Jack [2] (Zpg.41, 43, 51 and 57) 4LED Light (Zpg.23) 5Camera Sensor 6Lens Cover (Zpg. 19) 7Lens 8Lens Cover Switch [=,>] (Zpg.19) 9Stereo Microphone :SD Card Slot (Zpg.20) ;Stud Hole (Zpg.19) <Tripod Mounting Socket (Zpg.19) =Battery Release Button [BATT.] (Zpg.17) >Battery Pack Mount (Zpg.17) ?Grip Strap (Zpg.19)
Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording During Video Recording Only
!Selected Operation Mode Indicator (Zpg.25) 4 : Auto Mode 3 : Manual Mode #Effect Mode Indicator (Zpg.27) $Tele Macro Mode Indicator (Zpg.27) %LED Light Indicator (Zpg.23) &Program AE Mode Indicator (Zpg.25) (Zoom Indicator (Zpg.23) )SD card Indicator (Zpg.20, 64) *Approximate Zoom Ratio (Zpg.23) +White Balance Indicator (Zpg.27) ,Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator (Zpg.26) -Battery Indicator (Zpg.68).Date/Time (Zpg.18) /Brightness Control Indicator (Zpg.26) 0Backlight Compensation Indicator (Zpg.25) 1Iris Lock Indicator (Zpg.26, 27) 2 : Exposure Adjustment Indicator (Zpg.26). : Photometry Area Control Indicator (Zpg.27) 3Shutter Speed (Zpg.27)
!Mode Indicator #Counter $Upload Pre-Record Mode Indicator (Appears during UPLOAD REC ON) (Zpg. 24, 53) %Picture Quality: B(ULTRA FINE), C(FINE), D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY) (Zpg.61) &Remaining Time (Zpg.21, 71) ( MREC: (Appears during recording.) (Zpg.21) MQ: (Appears during record-standby mode.) )Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) Indicator (Appears when [DIS] is set to [OFF].) (Zpg.62) *Wind Cut Indicator (Zpg.62) +Event Indicator (Zpg.23)
During Still Image Recording Only
!Mode Indicator #Focus Indicator (Zpg.22) $Image Size %Picture Quality: FINE (fine) or STD (standard) (Zpg.61) &Remaining Number of Shots (Zpg.71) (Shooting Indicator (Zpg.22) )Shutter Mode Indicator (Zpg.61) *Self-Timer Recording Indicator (Zpg.61)

During Video Playback

During Still Image Playback
!Mode Indicator # Effect Mode Indicator (Zpg.31) $Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator (Zpg.31) % 6 : Playlist Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a playlist.) (Zpg.38) : Event Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the event search.) (Zpg.29) : Date Search Playback Indicator (Appears when playing back a video file from the date search.) (Zpg.29) &Picture Quality: B(ULTRA FINE), C(FINE), D(NORMAL), E(ECONOMY) (Zpg.24, 61) (Counter )Playback Mode (Zpg.28) F : Playback Q : Pause K : Forward Search J : Reverse Search G : Forward Slow-Motion E : Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) *SD card Indicator (Zpg.20, 64) +Volume Level Indicator ,Battery Indicator (Zpg.68) -Date/Time (Zpg.18)
!Mode Indicator #Effect Mode Indicator (Zpg.31) $Folder/File Number %Slide Show Playback Indicator (Zpg.28) &SD card Indicator (Zpg.20, 64) (Battery Indicator (Zpg.68) )Date/Time (Zpg.18)

Switching indication modes on LCD monitor Each time you touch the DISP button, indications on LCD monitor switch as shown below; In recording mode: All indications/Indications for selected functions In playback mode: All indications/Only date and time/ No indications

Accessories

AC Adapter AP-V18U/14U

Battery Pack BN-VF808U

Audio/Video Cable
USB Cable (Zpg.41, 43, 51 and 57)

CD-ROM (Zpg.49, 56)

Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
Necessary Settings before Use
Be sure to configure the following three settings before use.
LTo detach the battery pack
Slide and hold BATT. (Zstep2), then remove the battery pack. See page 19.
Charging the Battery Pack
LTo check the remaining battery power
Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder. Attach the battery pack.
You can also use the camcorder with just Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter
plug and cable. This may damage the AC adapter. the AC adapter.
Slide the battery pack down until it locks in place. Bottom of the Camcorder

Connect the AC adapter.

DC Jack Charge lamp

AC Adapter To AC Outlet

(110V to 240V)
The charge lamp blinks to indicate charging has started. When the lamp goes out, charging is finished. Unplug the AC adapter (or the power cord) from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder.
Necessary Settings before Use (Continued)
Date/Time Setting Language Setting
The language on the display can be changed.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. When [SET DATE/TIME!] appears, select [YES] within 10 seconds.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Touch the MENU button. Select [BASIC SETTINGS].
If you do not select within 10 seconds, the screen disappears. In such case, press the power button ( ) and turn the camcorder on again.

Set the date and time.

Select [LANGUAGE].
Repeat this step to input the month, day, year, hour and minute.
Select the desired language.
Touch the OK button to finish.
LTo change the date and time
1) ouch the MENU button. T 2) elect [BASIC SETTINGS], and then S [CLOCK ADJUST]. 3) Set the date and time.
LTo return to the previous screen Select @. LTo quit the screen

Touch the MENU button.

Touch the MENU button. You have now finished configuring the necessary settings.
LTo use the camcorder right away

Seepage21. Seepage19.

LTo configure other settings

Other Settings

The ? indicator becomes green when the captured image is focused.
LTo view the image you just recorded Select A after shooting.
During the preview, you can delete the image by selecting *. LTo change the picture quality Change the settings in [IMAGE QUALITY]. (Zpg.61) LTo record still images continuously Set to [CONTINUOUS SHOOTING] in [SHUTTER MODE]. (Zpg.61)
Press the SNAPSHOT button fully to take the photo/picture.
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) does not function during still image recording. If the camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes while the power is on, it turns itself off automatically
to conserve power. To turn the camcorder on again when using the battery pack, close the LCD monitor and open the LCD monitor again. When using the AC adapter, perform any operation such as zooming.

Zooming

Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode. Zoom out Zoom in
Registering Files to Events
If you select an event to register the file to before starting recording, the file will be registered to the selected event, thus making the file easy to find at playback. There are up to three different destinations within each event (for example: BABY1, BABY2, BABY3). Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select ! mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.

W: Wide angle

T: Telephoto
Zoom Ratio (Factory-preset)
Touch the MENU button. Select [REGISTER EVENT].

! mode

# mode
LTo change the maximum zoom ratio (for

! mode only)

Change the settings in [ZOOM]. (Zpg.62)
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 5cm (2) to the subject when the zoom lever is set all the way to W.
Select the event that you want to register the file to.

[SORT].

To select a different destination, select To cancel the event registration, select

[CANCEL].

LED Light
Preparation: Slide the mode switch to select ! or # mode. Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select recording mode.
Touch the MENU button. Select [LIGHT]. Select the desired setting.
The selected event is displayed on the screen. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.

LTo quit the screen

Select [QUIT]. See page 29.
LTo search a file by the event

No display

The light remains on regardless of the surrounding conditions. The light turns on automatically when shooting in insufficient light conditions. Disables this function.

Adjusts the white balance to achieve the optimum colors for the amount of light in your surroundings during recording.

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 give the impression of motion.
[AUTO]: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. 1/2 to 1/4000 (For ! mode)/ 1/2 to 1/500 (For # mode): The smaller the value, the faster the shutter speed.
It is recommended to use the tripod (Zpg.19) when recording with a slow shutter speed.
6 [WHOLE SCREEN]: Brightness is adjusted automatically for

PHOTOMETRY AREA

Enables you to adjust the brightness in the desired spot when backlight compensation does not work well.
7 SPOT: Brightness for the specified spot is adjusted LTo cancel spot exposure control

whole screen.

automatically. Furthermore, brightness in the specified spot can be locked by selecting [LOCK]. The C indicator appears.
Select [WHOLE SCREEN] again so that the C indicator disappears.

EFFECT

1 [OFF]: No effect is used. J SEPIA: The image has a brownish tint like old photos. K MONOTONE: The image becomes black and white like old L CLASSIC FILM*: This effect skips frames to give images of an M STROBE*: The image looks like a series of consecutive
snapshots. * Not available in # mode. old movie atmosphere. movies.
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. 50cm (1.64 ft).
1 [OFF]: Disables the function. 0 ON: Activates the function.

Playing Back Files

Video/Still Image Playback

Select the desired file.

Slide the mode switch to select ! (video) or # (still image) mode.

LTo watch on TV

See page 32.
Press the SELECT PLAY/REC button to select playback mode.
LTo check the file information
Press the INFO button when playback is paused. (Zpg.34)
LTo adjust the sound volume of videos
Turn down the volume Turn up the volume
The index screen for videos appears.
LOperations during Video Playback
LOperations during Still Image

Playback

! N : Return to the first scene of the file # O : Go to the first scene of the next file $ L : Return to the index screen % J : Reverse search (during playback) E : Frame-by-frame playback in reverse direction (during pause)* & F : Playback Q : Pause ( K : Forward search (during playback) G : Frame-by-frame playback in forward direction (during pause)* * low playback starts when you keep S touching the sensor button under E/ G for a while.

Touch the MENU button. Select [DPOF].

Select [SET ALL 1].

SET PRINT QUANTITY SET ALL 1 CHECK QUANTITY RESET
Setting Files Individually After performing steps 1-2
When [SET ALL TO 1?] appears, select [YES].
LTo quit the screen LTo confirm DPOF settings
In step 3, select [CHECK QUANTITY]. If necessary, change the number of prints for the desired file by following steps 4 and 5. (Setting Files Individually, left column)
Select [SET PRINT QUANTITY].

LTo reset DPOF settings

1) n step 3, select [RESET]. I 2) When [RESET?] appears, select [YES].
If you slide and hold the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen of the still image is displayed.
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. DPOF setting can also be used. (Zpg.40) Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.

DC Jack USB Jack

To Print by Selecting a Still Image After performing steps 1-2 (Z left column)

Select [SELECTED PRINT].

Select the desired image.

START /STOP

To AC Outlet AC Adapter USB Cable

[NUMBER OF PRINTS]:

PictBridge Printer
The number of prints can be set from 1 to 99. [DATE]: Set whether to print the date and time.

USB Jack

Select [PRINT].
1) elect [STOP]. S 2) hen [QUIT PRINTING?] appears, W select [YES].
LTo stop printing after printing starts
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Select [DIRECT PRINT].
Print Setting (Continued)
To Print Using the DPOF Settings If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF settings. (Zpg.40) After performing steps 1-2 (Z pg. 41)
Select [DPOF PRINT]. Select [PRINT].
LTo stop printing after printing has
already started 1) Select [STOP]. 2) hen [QUIT PRINTING?] appears, W select [YES]. In step 4, select [CHECK SETTINGS]. To return to the previous screen, select @.
LTo confirm the DPOF setting
If the printer is not recognized, disconnect You cannot return to the previous screen

Connecting the Camcorder to the PC
Preparation: Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.
LWhen you have finished operation
DC Jack USB Jack USB Cable AC Adapter
Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camcorder, or turning off the power of the camcorder/PC. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camcorder and PC. 1) onfirm that the access/charge lamp on C the camcorder does not light or blink. (If the access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.) 2) ouble-click the [Safely Remove D Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the status bar. 3) elect [USB Mass Storage Device] or S [USB Disk], and then click [Stop]. 4) lick [OK]. C 5) isconnect the USB cable. D 6) urn off the camcorder and PC. T

File Backup on the PC

USB Port
Never disconnect the USB cable while the
access/charge lamp on the camcorder lights or blinks. Do not turn off the camcorder when the USB cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions of the PC. Connect the camcorder directly to the USB jack on the PC, not through a hub. Do not use an extension USB cable. Saving the wrong kinds of files in an SD card or deleting files or folders from an SD card can cause problems with the operation of the camcorder. When it is necessary to delete a file from an SD card, delete it through the camcorder. Also, do not move or rename folders and files in the medium on PC. It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.
This method uses the software on the provided CD-ROM to back up files onto your PC. Video files that have never been backed up onto the connected PC are automatically selected from the back up history and backed up. If you could not install the software, turn to page52 for details of how to back up your files without using this software. Preparation: Install the software from the provided CDROM. (Zpg.49) Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. (Zleft column)
When backup is performed, folders are created in the [MyWorks] folder (Zpg.50), and the files are backed up inside those folders.
Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. On the camcorder, select [BACK UP].
Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need to use it. PowerCinema starts automatically.
On the camcorder, select [PLAYBACK ON PC].
A dialog box appears on the PC.
Select [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] and click [OK].

Click [EVERIO_SD].

Select the folder you want to back up, and drag & drop it into the folder you created in step 1.

SD_VIDEO:

Click [OK].
Folder that contains video files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PRG001] one by one. DCIM: Folder that contains still image files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.

Other Windows PC Operations
Playing Back Files on the PC
Preparation: Install the software from the provided CDROM. (Zpg.49) Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. (Zpg.51)

Click the desired file.

Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. On the camcorder, select [PLAYBACK ON PC].
Although a dialog box appears on the PC, you do not need to use it. PowerCinema starts automatically. If you click Sort by/Filter by/View by, searching options are displayed. Use them to search a file quickly. Sort by: The order of files is rearranged according to item that you selected. Filter by: Files are filtered according to the item that you selected. View by: You can change the number of thumbnails on a screen. For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials (Zpg.56) or CyberLink web site (Zpg.49).
Click [Browse Videos] (for video playback) or [Browse Pictures] (for still image playback).
Click the media that contains the desired files.

Creating a DVD-Video

Preparation: Install the software from the included CDROM. (Zpg.49) Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. (Zpg.51) Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. Copying Video Files that Have Never Been Copied
Selecting Files for Backup
On the camcorder, select [CREATE DVD].
On the PC, click the check box of the desired file. The s mark appears on the left of the
On the camcorder, press the DIRECT DVD button.
On the PC, authoring and burning starts.
Click [Stop] to cancel the procedure.
Click [Next]. Click [Burn to Disc].
Authoring and burning starts. Click [Stop] to cancel the procedure.
Other Windows PC Operations (Continued)
Getting More Use of the Software
For more information on operations of the software, see the Tutorials for each software program or the Users Guides. PowerCinema NE for Everio For more information on detailed operations of the software, see the Tutorials (Zright column) or CyberLink web site (Zpg.49).
Double-click the PowerCinema NE for Everio icon. Start PowerCinema NE for Everio. Click [Help].
as the power supply instead of the battery pack. You can use following discs: - VD-R/DVD+R (Unused discs), D DVD-RDL/+RDL - VD-RW/DVD+RW (They need to be D formatted before recording. Formatting deletes all content recorded on the disc.) DVD-RAM discs cannot be used. You may not be able to play back the created disc depending on the performance of the device. Also, the image may stop momentarily at junctions between scenes. The PC must be equipped with a compatible drive and player software to play back the created disc.
It is recommended to use the AC Adapter
The Users Guide is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format.
Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [My Computer], then click [Open]. Double-click the [DOCS] folder. Open the Start.pdf file and click the button of the desired language.

You need to connect to the Internet to see Adobe
the Tutorial. Acrobat ReaderTM or Adobe Reader must be installed to read PDF files. Adobe Reader can be loaded from Adobes web site: http://www.adobe.com/
File Backup on a Macintosh
You can back up camcorder files onto your computer.
Do not use an extension USB cable. When you copy files from the computer
Hardware: Macintosh must be standard equipped with USB 2.0 port OS: Mac OS X (v10.3.9, v10.4.2 to v10.4.11, v10.5.1 to v10.5.2)
to the SD card on the camcorder, do not include any other files than those recorded with the camcorder. Do not delete, move, or rename the files and folders in the camcorder from the computer. It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.
Connecting the Camcorder to the Macintosh
Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camcorder, or turning the power of the camcorder/computer off. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camcorder and computer. 1) rag & drop the SD card icon on the D desktop into the [Trash] icon. If the confirmation message appears, click [OK]. 2) onfirm that the access/charge lamp on C the camcorder does not light or blink. If the access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding. 3) isconnect the USB cable. D 4) urn off the camcorder and computer. T
access/charge lamp on the camcorder lights or blinks. Do not turn off the camcorder when the USB cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions of the PC. Connect the camcorder directly to the computer, not through a hub.
File Backup on a Macintosh (Continued)
File Backup on the Macintosh
Preparation: Connect the camcorder to the computer with the USB cable. (Zpg.57)
Folder that contains still image files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PIC_0001.JPG] one by one.
On the computer, create a folder to back up files into. Open the LCD monitor to turn on the camcorder. On the camcorder, select [PLAYBACK ON PC]. Double-click [EVERIO_SD] icon.
Depending on the type of OS used, iPhoto starts if the SD card contains a DCIM folder.
Folder that contains video files. If you want to back up files individually, open this folder, and drag & drop files such as [PRG001] one by one.
Folder Structure and Extensions

Recording medium

[DCIM] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [XXXJVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX.PGI] [MOVXXX.MOD] [MOVXXX.MOI] [PRGXXX] [PRGXXX] [EXTMOV] [MOV_XXX.MOD] [MISC] [PRIVATE]

X = number

Contains the still image folders.
Contains the video file folders. Management information* for the media as a whole Management information* Video file Management information* for the video files

MENU SETTINGS

Changing the Menu Settings
E.g.) Set [QUICK RESTART] to [OFF].
Touch the MENU button. Select the desired menu.
LTo return to the previous screen Select @.
Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [OFF]/ 2SEC/ 10SEC

z SELF-TIMER

Starts recording when the set time elapses after the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.
You can confirm the countdown on the camcorder screen. You can also use this to prevent vibration by the hand.
[RECORD ONE SHOT]: Records one still image at a time. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING: Records still images continuously while the SNAPSHOT button is pressed.

8 SHUTTER MODE

The interval between recording still images is approx. 0.3 seconds. Continuous shooting may not work well depending on the SD card. The continuous shooting speed will drop if this function is

used repeatedly.

n VIDEO QUALITY
Enables you to set the picture quality for videos.
ULTRA FINE/ [FINE]/ NORMAL/ ECONOMY
n IMAGE QUALITY p GAIN UP
Enables you to set the picture quality for still images. Makes the subject appear bright automatically when you record in dark places. However, the overall color tones appear greyish.

[FINE]/ STANDARD

OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Activates the function.
Changing the Menu Settings (Continued)
Menus Settings: [ ] = Factory-preset [16:9]: Records videos in 16:9 size. 4:3: Records videos in 4:3 size.

! SELECT ASPECT RATIO

Enables you to select the aspect ratio for videos.
If the [VIDEO QUALITY] is set to [ECONOMY], you cannot record in 16:9 size. If you want to copy the recorded videos onto DVD discs,
it is recommended not to mix 16:9 size videos and 4:3 size videos. If you record videos in 16:9 size, the aspect ratio of the video may be incorrect when watching the videos on TV. If this occurs, change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE]. (Zpg.63)

@ ZOOM

35X / [70X] / 800X
Enables you to set the maximum zoom ratio.
Optical zoom is used up to 35X. Digital zoom is used from more than 35X up to the selected zoom ratio.
Compensates for hand shake.
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake Set this mode to [OFF] when recording with the
camcorder on a tripod. is excessive, or depending on the shooting conditions.

o WIND CUT

Reduces noise caused by wind.
[OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Activates the function.

Menus BASIC SETTINGS

Select [BASIC SETTINGS], then select sub-menus.

& QUICK RESTART

Enables the camcorder to start up quickly when you turn the power off and then on again within five minutes by closing and opening the LCD monitor. (Power-linked operation Zpg.12)
This function is not available during charging. Access/charge lamp blinks when this function is activated

purchase a new one.

Charging may stop in places subject to extremely high/low
temperatures to protect the battery. It is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does not light. Check the remaining battery power.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Images on the LCD monitor appear dark or whitish. Colored bright spots appear on the LCD monitor. Aspect ratio of the image is strange when watching images on TV.
Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD monitor. When the LED light reaches the end of its service life,
images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the picture. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%) the aspect ratio of the image with the screen size of the connected TV.
The LCD monitor is made with high precision technology.

Displays Recording

Change the settings in [SELECT TV TYPE] to match
Recording cannot be performed. Vertical lines appear on recorded images. The LCD monitor becomes red or black for an instant. During recording, the date/time does not appear. The LCD monitor indications blink. Digital zoom does not work. The focus is not adjusted automatically.
SD card is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the SD
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting a subject
illuminated by bright light. This is not a malfunction. sunlight. This is not a malfunction.
Such a phenomenon occurs when shooting under direct Touch the DISP button once. Certain modes of program AE, effect, DIS and other
functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.
Change the settings in [ZOOM]. Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording

25, 26 26

The color of the image looks strange.
Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO]. Clean the lens and check the focus again. Wait to become natural color. The camcorder adjusts the white balance automatically but it takes a time. Try manual white balance adjustment. In bright places, setting [PROGRAM AE] to [NIGHT] or a slow speed is not recommended. When the recorded image is too dark, try backlight compensation or adjust brightness. When the recorded image is too bright, try adjust

Operating temperature Operating humidity

35% to 80%

0C to 40C (32F to 104F)

LFor still image

Storage temperature Pickup Lens

Image size

640x480
20C to 50C (4F to 122F) 1/6" (680,000 pixels) CCD F 1.8 to 4.0, f = 2.2 mm to 77.0 mm, 35:1 power zoom lens

Picture quality

2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)

LFor connectors

AV output USB
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k Mini USB type A and B, USB 2.0 compliant

Filter diameter

30.5 mm

LCD monitor Speaker

Monaural
2.7" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 11 V ,1A
Within 1.5 m (4.9 ft) (recommended shooting distance)

Language

English/French/Spanish/Portuguese/ Japanese/Korean/Traditional Chinese
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Approximate recording time (for video)
Recording medium Quality ULTRA FINE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY 256 MB 3 min. 5 min. 6 min. 18 min. 512 MB 6 min. 10 min. 13 min. 36 min. 1 GB
SD or SDHC Card 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 1 hr. 50 min. 2 hr. 50 min. 3 hr. 45 min. 9 hr. 55 min. 16 GB 3 hr. 45 min. 5 hr. 40 min. 7 hr. 30 min. 19 hr. 50 min.
14 min. 29 min. 1 hr. 21 min. 43 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 29 min. 1 hr. 1 hr. 50 min. 1 hr. 20 min. 2 hr. 30 min. 5 hr.
Approximate number of storable images (for still image)
Recording medium Image size/Quality 640 x 480 / FINE 640 x 480 / STANDARD 256 MB 512 MB SD or SDHC Card 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 9999 9999
Required charging/recording time (approx.) * When the LED light is off and the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
Battery pack BN-VF808U (Provided) BN-VF815U BN-VF823U Charging time 1 hr. 30 min. 2 hr. 40 min. 3 hr. 50 min. Recording time 2 hr. 5 min.* 4 hr. 15 min.* 6 hr. 25 min.*

Cautions

When using the AC adapter in areas other than the USA
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. In case of connecting the units power cord to an 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. Plug Adapter
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
ATTENTION: The battery you have purchased is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Recording Medium (SD Card)
Be sure to follow the guidelines below
to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data.
Do not bend or drop the recording medium, or
Do not splash the recording medium with water. Do not use, replace, or store the recording

Battery Packs

The supplied battery Terminals pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: To avoid hazards.do not burn.do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. When transporting, make sure the provided battery cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.do not modify or disassemble.do not expose the battery to temperatures exceeding 60C, as this may cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.use only specified chargers. To prevent damage and prolong service life.do not subject to unnecessary shock.charge within the temperature range of 10C to 35C (50F to 95F). This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life.fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time.remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off.
subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations.
medium in locations that are exposed to strong static electricity or electrical noise. Do not turn off the camcorder power or remove the battery or AC adapter during shooting, playback, or when otherwise accessing the recording medium. Do not bring the recording medium near objects that have a strong magnetic field or that emit strong electromagnetic waves. Do not store the recording medium in locations with high temperature or high humidity. Do not touch the metal parts.

LCD Monitor

To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
NOT.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.

Main Unit

Declaration of Conformity

For safety, DO NOT

.open the camcorders chassis.disassemble or modify the unit.allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit.remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on.leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use.place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. leave dust or metal objects adhered to the power plug or an AC wall outlet. insert any objects in the camcorder. Avoid using the unit.in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove.in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.near a television set.near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).in places subject to extremely high (over 40C) or extremely low (under 0C) temperatures.in places subject to the air pressure is low (more than 3000 m (9843 ft)above the sea level). DO NOT leave the unit.in places of over 50C.in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).in direct sunlight.in a closed car in summer.near a heater.in high places such as on a TV. Leaving the unit in high places while a cable is connected may result in a malfunction if the cable is caught and the unit falls onto the floor. To protect the unit, DO NOT.allow it to become wet.drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation.keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods.expose the lens to direct sunlight.swing it excessively when using the hand strap.swing the soft camcorder case excessively when the camcorder is inside it. To prevent the unit from dropping,