JVC GZ-EX555 User Manual

							5Tap on the file to start playback.
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0You can select videos in the video mode and still images in the still
image mode.
0 Only the files recorded on the selected date are displayed.
0 Tap  L to stop searching and return to the index screen (thumbnail
display).
Deleting Files of a Selected Date ：Tap R on the index screen (thumbnail display) to delete unwanted files.
“Deleting Unwanted Files” ( A p. 84)Connecting to and Viewing on TV
You can connect this unit to a TV for playback. The image quality on TV
varies with the type of TV and the connecting cable. Select the connector
that best suits your TV.
0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.
“Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” ( A p. 82)
“Connecting via the AV Connector” ( A p. 83)
0 To display the date and time on TV, set both “DISPLAY DATE/TIME” and
“DISPLAY ON TV” to “ON”.
“ DISPLAY DATE/TIME ” ( A p. 219)
“ DISPLAY ON TV ” ( A p. 225)
Unnatural Displays on TVTroubleActionImages do not
appear on the TV
properly.0 Disconnect the cable and connect again.
0 Turn off and on this unit again.
0 Images may not appear properly when the
remaining battery power is low. Use an AC
adapter.Images are
projected vertically
on the TV.0 Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the “CONNECTION
SETTINGS” menu to “4:3”.
“ VIDEO OUTPUT ” ( A p. 225)Images are
projected
horizontally on the
TV.0 Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.The color of images
looks strange.0 Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.HDMI-CEC
functions do not
work properly, and
the TV does not
work in conjunction
with this unit.0 TVs may operate differently depending on the
specifications, even if they are HDMI-CEC
compliant. Therefore, the HDMI-CEC functions
of this unit cannot be guaranteed to operate in
combination with all the TVs. In such cases, set
“HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.
“ HDMI CONTROL ” ( A p. 225)The language on
the display
changed.0 It may occur when you connect this unit to a TV
with different language setting using an HDMI
mini cable.Caution : 
0 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. If the data on the recording medium becomes corrupted, format the recording
medium to use the medium again.
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							Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector
If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting tothe HDMI mini connector.
0 Use a High Speed HDMI mini cable as the HDMI mini cable.
0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.
0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.
1
Connect to a TV.
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2Connect the AC adapter to this unit.
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0The unit turns on automatically.
3 Press the external input button on the TV to switch to the input from this
unit via the connected connector.
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4Play back a file.
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“Playing Back Videos” ( A p. 67)
“Playing Back Still Images” ( A p. 78)
Memo : 
0
Change the settings in “HDMI OUTPUT” according to the connection.
“ HDMI OUTPUT ” ( A p. 225)
0 When connected to the TV via the HDMI mini cable, images and sounds
may not be output properly depending on the TV connected.
In such cases, perform the following operations.
1) Disconnect the HDMI mini cable and connect it again.
2) Turn off and on this unit again.
0 For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV's
manufacturer.Playback82 
						

							Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI
Connecting this unit to an HDMI-CEC enabled TV using the HDMI mini cableallows linked operations with the TV to be performed.
0 HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is an industry standard that
enables interoperability between HDMI-CEC compliant devices that are
connected via HDMI cables.
Memo : 
0 Not all HDMI control devices comply with the HDMI-CEC standard. The
HDMI control function of this unit will not work when connected to these
devices.
0 This unit is not guaranteed to operate with all HDMI-CEC enabled devices.
0 Depending on the specifications of each HDMI-CEC enabled device,
some functions may not work with this unit. (For details, refer to the
instruction manual of your TV.)
0 Unintended operations may occur with some connected devices. In these
cases, set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.
“ HDMI CONTROL ” ( A p. 225)
Preparations
0
Connect an HDMI mini cable between this unit and the TV.
“Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” ( A p. 82)
0 Turn on the TV and set the HDMI-CEC related setting to “ON”. (For details,
refer to the instruction manual of the TV.)
0 Set “HDMI CONTROL” in the CONNECTION SETTINGS menu to “ON”.
“ HDMI CONTROL ” ( A p. 225)
Operation Method 1
1 Turn on this unit.
2 Select the playback mode.
3 Connect the HDMI mini cable.
0 TV turns on automatically and switches to HDMI input mode when
this unit is turned on.
Operation Method 2
1 Turn off the TV.
0 This unit turns off automatically.Memo : 
0Depending on the TV connected, the display language of this unit will
automatically switch to the language that is selected for the TV when this
unit is turned on.
(This is applicable only if this unit supports the language selected for the
TV.) To use this unit with a language that differs from the display language of the TV, set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.
0 The display language of the TV will not switch automatically, even if the
display language of this unit is changed.
0 These functions may not work correctly when devices such as amplifier
and selector are connected. Set “HDMI CONTROL” to “OFF”.
0 If HDMI-CEC does not work properly, turn off and on this unit again.Connecting via the AV Connector
To playback videos on TV, connect the provided AV cable (P/N
QAM1322-001) to the AV terminal of this unit.
0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use.
0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.
1
Connect to a TV.
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2Connect the AC adapter to this unit.
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0The unit turns on automatically.
3 Press the external input button on the TV to switch to the input from this
unit via the connected connector.
4 Play back a file.
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“Playing Back Videos” ( A p. 67)
“Playing Back Still Images” ( A p. 78)
Memo : 
0
For questions about the TV or method of connection, contact your TV's
manufacturer.
0 AV cable (P/N: QAM1322-001)
Wiring specifications (for video/audio) of the 4-pole mini plug are described
in the following.
For purchasing, consult your nearest JVC service center.
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							Deleting Unwanted Files
Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording
media is running out.
Doing so frees up more space in the recording media. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” ( A p. 84)Memo : 
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Deleted files cannot be restored.
0 When files in a playlist are deleted, the playlist changes.
0 Files that are protected cannot be deleted.
Release protection before deleting the file.
“Protecting Files” ( A p. 85)
0 Be sure to back up important files on a computer.
“Backing Up Files” ( A p. 102)
“Backing Up All Files” ( A p. 109)
Deleting the Currently Displayed File
Deletes the currently displayed file.
Caution : 
0
Deleted files cannot be restored.
1
Tap  R.
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0While the video mode is shown in the image, the same operations
apply for the still image mode.
2 Tap “YES”.
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0Tap  h  / g  to select the previous or next file.
0 When no file remains, the screen returns to the index screen.
Deleting Selected Files
Deletes the selected files.
0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.
Caution : 
0Deleted files cannot be restored.
1
Open the LCD monitor.
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0Tap  A or  B to select the video or still image mode.
0 Tap  B
 or  A
 on the recording screen to display the mode switching
screen.
Tap  A
 to switch to the video mode  A
.
Tap  B
 to switch to the still image mode  B
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2 Tap “
						

							5Tap “SET”.
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6Tap “EXECUTE” to confirm the deletion.
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0After deleting is complete, tap “OK”.
0 To cancel the deletion, tap “QUIT”.
Protecting Files
Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by
protecting them.
“Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed File” ( A  p. 85)
“Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files” ( A p. 86)Caution : 
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When the recording media is formatted, even the protected files will be
deleted.
Protecting/Releasing Protection of the Currently Displayed
File
Protects or releases protection of the currently displayed file.
1 Tap “MENU”.
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2Tap “EDIT”.
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3Tap “PROTECT/CANCEL”.
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4Tap “YES”.
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0Tap  h  / g  to select the previous or next file.
0 After setting, tap “OK”.
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							Protecting/Releasing Protection of Selected Files
Protects or releases protection of the selected files.0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.
1
Open the LCD monitor.
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0Tap  A or  B to select the video or still image mode.
0 Tap  B
 or  A
 on the recording screen to display the mode switching
screen.
Tap  A
 to switch to the video mode  A
.
Tap  B
 to switch to the still image mode  B
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2 Tap “
						

							Capturing a Still Image in the Video DuringPlayback
You can capture still images of the scenes you like in the recorded videos.
0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.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 the recording screen to display
the mode switching screen.
Tap  A
 to switch the mode to video.
2 Tap “
						

							6Tap “COMBINE SCENES”.
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0This unit starts a search to detect seamless videos.
Combining cannot be performed if no seamless videos are found.
7 Tap “YES”.
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8Tap the media to store to.
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9Tap “YES”.
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0Combining of the videos starts.
0 After videos are combined, tap “OK”.
Memo : 
0Seamless videos cannot be combined if there is not enough free space in
the built-in memory or SD card. Check the amount of remaining free spacebefore combining.
0 Seamless recording can not be performed if the video recording format is
iFrame.
How to Enable Seamless Video Recording Again
To start seamless recording again after the previous session is complete, itis necessary to combine seamless videos, or delete the combination
information of the seamless videos.
To delete the combination information of seamless videos, select “DEL
COMBINED SCENES” in step 6.
Capturing a Required Part in the Video
(TRIMMING)
Select the required part of a video and save it as a new video file. 0 The original video remains in its existing location.
0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.1
Open the LCD monitor.
.
0Check if the recording mode is  A.
0 If the mode is  B
 still image, tap  B
 on the recording screen to display
the mode switching screen.
Tap  A
 to switch the mode to video.
2 Tap “
						

							6Tap the video to edit.
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7Tap  e to pause playback at the desired start point, then tap “A”.
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0When “A” is tapped, the start point is set.
0 After setting the start point, tap  d to continue playback.
8 Tap  e to pause playback at the desired end point, then tap “B”.
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0When “B” is tapped, the end point is set.
0 To reset the start or end point, tap “A” or “B” at the desired scene
(position).
9 Tap “SET”.
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0When “SET” is tapped, the trimming area is confirmed.
10 Tap “YES”.
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0After copying, tap “OK”.
0 When copying finishes, the copied file is added to the index screen.
Memo : 
0
The division point may deviate slightly from the selected scene.Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos
A list created by selecting your favorite videos from the recorded ones is
called a playlist.
By creating a playlist, you can play back only your favorite videos in the order you like.
The original video file remains even when it is registered to a playlist.
0 To create a new playlist
“Creating Playlists with Selected Files” ( A p. 89)
“Creating Playlists by Date” ( A p. 91)
0 To edit or delete a created playlist
“Editing Playlists” ( A p. 92)
“Deleting Playlists” ( A p. 94)Memo : 
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When a video file is deleted or moved, the same file will be removed from
the playlist.
Creating Playlists with Selected Files
Create a playlist by arranging the files one by one.
0 *The following is a screen of the model with the built-in memory.
1
Open the LCD monitor.
.
0Check if the recording mode is  A.
0 If the mode is  B
 still image, tap  B
 on the recording screen to display
the mode switching screen.
Tap  A
 to switch the mode to video.
2 Tap “
						

							4Tap “EDIT”.
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5Tap “EDIT PLAYLIST”.
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6Tap “NEW LIST”.
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7Tap “CREATE FROM SCENE”.
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8Tap on the video to add to playlist.
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0d  appears on the selected video. Tap  J to deselect.
0
Tap on the selected video again to check the video. After checking, tapJ.
0 Tap  0/1  or move the zoom lever to display the previous/next video.
0 X  indicates the size of the video.
9
Tap “ADD”, and insert the video image.
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0Repeat steps 8-9 and arrange the videos in the playlist.
0 To change the position of a video in the playlist (lower row), select the
insertion point with  E
/F
 after step 8 and tap “ADD”.
0 d  appears when the inserted video is selected.
Tap  J
 to deselect.
0
Tap on the selected video again to check the video. After checking, tapJ.
0 To delete of a video in the playlist (lower row), tap the video, then tap
“CANCEL”.
0 X  indicates the size of the video.
10 After arranging, tap “SAVE”.
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11Tap “YES”.
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Memo : 
0Tap  L on each screen to exit the menu.Editing90