JVC GZ-EX555 User Manual

Menu screen (playback mode)
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1PLAYBACK SETTING Menu
“PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (video)” ( A p. 219)
“PLAYBACK SETTING Menu (still image)” ( A p. 221)
2 CONNECTION SETTINGS Menu
“CONNECTION SETTINGS (video/still image)” ( A p. 225)
3 Help Button
Tap the  K (help) button and item to display descriptions.
4 SILENT Button
“Using the Silent Mode” ( A p. 29)
5 MEDIA SETTINGS Menu
“MEDIA SETTINGS (video/still image)” ( A p. 226)
6 Close Button
Exit the menu.
7 SETUP Menu
“SETUP (video/still image)” ( A p. 223)
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Resetting the Clock
Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu.
*The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions.
1 Tap “MENU”.
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2Tap “SETUP”.
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3Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.
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0Tap  3 or  2 to scroll the screen.
4 Tap “CLOCK SETTING”.
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5Set the date and time.
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0When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “ 3” and
“ 2 ” will be displayed.
0 Tap  3 or  2 to adjust the year, month, day, hour, and minute.
6 After setting the date and time, tap “SET”.
7 Select the region where you...

Changing the Display Language
The language on the display can be changed.
*The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions.1 Tap “MENU”.
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2Tap “SETUP”.
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3Tap “LANGUAGE”.
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0Tap  3 or  2 to scroll the screen.
4 Tap to the desired language.
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0Tap  3 or  2 to scroll the screen.
Memo : 
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The languages supported are Japanese, English, French, Spanish,
Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified), and Korean.Holding this Unit
When holding this unit, keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent
camera...

Tripod Mounting
This unit can be mounted on a tripod (or monopod). This is useful for
preventing camera shake and recording from the same position.
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0To prevent this unit from falling off, check the tripod mounting screw holes
and positioning holes on the unit carefully before mounting, and turn thescrews until they are fastened firmly.
Caution : 
0 To prevent injuries or damages which may result if this unit falls off, read
the instruction manual of the tripod (or monopod) to be used and make
sure that...

Setting the Clock to Local Time when Traveling
Change the date and time display to the local time by selecting your travel
destination in “AREA SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”.
Restore the region settings after you returned from the trip. *The following is a screen of the model with Wi-Fi functions.
1 Tap “MENU”.
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2Tap “SETUP”.
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3Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.
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0Tap  3 or  2 to scroll the screen.
4 Tap “AREA SETTING”.
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5Select the area you are traveling to and tap “SAVE”.
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0Time difference between the selected city...

Optional Accessories
You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack.Product NameDescriptionBattery Pack
BN-VG114U
BN-VG121U
BN-VG138U0 Provides a longer recording time. It can also be
used as a spare battery pack.Battery Charger
0 AA-VG10Enables the battery pack to be charged without
using this unit.HDMI Mini Cable
0 VX-HD310
0 VX-HD3150 Allows viewing in high picture quality when
connected to a TV.
0 Transmits video, audio, and control signals
between devices.Memo : 
0 The optional...

Taking Videos in Auto Mode
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the
Intelligent Auto mode. Settings such as exposure and focus will be adjusted
automatically to suit the shooting conditions.
0 In case of specific shooting scenes such as person etc., its icon is
displayed on the screen.
0 Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.1 Open the LCD monitor.
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0Check if the recording mode is  A.
0 If the mode is  B
 still image, tap  B
 on...

oScenes of Intelligent AutoDisplay IconDescriptiongCaptures one’s skin beautifully.VAllows people to be captured naturally.fRecord a group of people with the most suitable
settings.WRecord the smiling face clearly.SRecords while focusing on a near object.aFocuses at a far distance and captures a sharp
image with vivid colors.ZRecords in dark places with minimal noise in the
overall image.TAllows night scenes to be captured accurately with
minimal noise in the overall image.dPrevents colors from fading...

Using the Silent Mode
When the Silent mode is used, the LCD monitor darkens and operation
sounds will not be output. Use this mode to record quietly in dark places such as during a performance.
0 T  appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.
0 The light is disabled when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.
o Operating procedure
A  Tap “MENU”.
0 The top menu appears.
B  Tap “SILENT”.
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C Tap “ON”.
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Useful Settings for Recording
0When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if
you open the...

Taking Still Images in Auto Mode
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the
Intelligent Auto mode.1 Open the LCD monitor.
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0Check if the recording mode is  B.
0 If the mode is  A
 video, tap  A
 on the recording screen to display the
mode switching screen.
Tap  B
 to switch the mode to still image.
2 Check if the recording mode is  P
 Intelligent Auto.
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0 If the mode is  H Manual, tap  H on the recording screen to display
the mode switching screen.
Tap  P to switch the...