JVC Gze200 User Manual
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Editing/Copying Unable to delete file. Files (videos/still images) that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files” (A p. 65 ) Computer Unable to copy files to the computer’s HDD. If the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4 is not installed, some functions may not work properly. “Installing the Provided Software (Built-in)” ( A p. 77 ) Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the computer's hard disk (HDD). Unable to copy files to DVD or Blu-ray disc with a PC. To record to discs, a recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive is required for the computer in use. Cannot upload the file to YouTube. Check if you have created an account with YouTube. (You need a YouTube account to upload files to YouTube.) Changing videos to the file format for uploading cannot be performed on this unit. Refer to “Q&A”, “Latest Information”, “Download Information”, etc. in “Click for Latest Product Info” in the help file of the provided software Everio MediaBrowser 4. I am using a Mac computer. Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. “Copying to Mac Computer” (A p. 84) The computer cannot recognize the SDXC card. Confirm and update the OS of your computer. “When your computer cannot recognize the SDXC card” (A p. 14) Troubleshooting 121
Screen/Image The LCD monitor is difficult to see. The LCD monitor may be difficult to see if used in bright areas such as under direct sunlight. A band or a ball of bright light appears on the LCD monitor. Change the direction of this unit to prevent the light source from coming into view. (A band or a ball of bright light may appear when there is a bright light source near this unit, but this is not a malfunction.) The recorded subject is too dark. Use backlight compensation when the background is bright and the subject is dark. “Setting Backlight Compensation” ( A p. 35) Use “NIGHTALIVE” in SCENE SELECT. “Shooting According to Scene (Subject)” ( A p. 30 ) Use “GAIN UP” in the menu. “ GAIN UP ” (A p. 89) Set “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST” in the recording menu to the “+” side. “Adjusting Brightness” ( A p. 33) The recorded subject is too bright. Set the backlight compensation to “OFF” if it is being used. “Setting Backlight Compensation” ( A p. 35 ) Set “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST” in the recording menu to the “-” side. “Adjusting Brightness” (A p. 33) The color looks strange. (Too bluish, too reddish, etc.) Wait for a while until natural colors are achieved. (It may take some time for white balance to be adjusted.) Set “WHITE BALANCE” in the recording menu to “MANUAL”. Select from “FINE”/“CLOUD”/“HALOGEN” according to the light source. Select “MWB” and adjust accordingly. “Setting White Balance” ( A p. 34) The color looks different. Set “WHITE BALANCE” in the recording menu accordingly. “Setting White Balance” ( A p. 34) There are bright or dark spots on the screen. While the LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels, 0.01% of the pixels may be bright spots (red, blue, green) or dark spots. This is not a malfunction. The spots will not be recorded. Other Problems The buttons on the touch screen do not work. Tap the buttons on the touch screen with your fingers. The buttons may not respond if you touch them with your fingernails or with gloves on. The image is grainy. When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally enlarged. This unit heats up. This is not a malfunction. (This unit may become warm when used for a long time.) The language on the display changed. It may occur when you connect this unit to a TV with different language setting using an HDMI mini cable. “Operating in Conjunction with TV via HDMI” ( A p. 61) When connected to the TV via the HDMI mini cable, proper images and sounds are not output. Images and sounds may not be output properly depending on the TV connected. In such cases, perform the following operations. A Disconnect the HDMI mini cable and connect it again. B Turn off and on this unit again. “Connecting via the HDMI Mini Connector” (A p. 61) HDMI-CEC functions do not work properly, and the TV does not work in conjunction with this unit. 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. 111) The unit operates slowly when switching between video mode and still image mode, or when switching the power on or off. It is recommended that you copy all videos and still images onto your computer, and erase the files from this unit. (If there are many recorded files on this unit, it takes time for the unit to respond.) This unit does not function properly and error messages appear. This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case, turn off the power, then remove the AC adapter and battery pack. This unit will be reset. Make a backup of important recorded data. Make a backup of important recorded data. - It is recommended to copy your important recorded data to a DVD or other recording media for storage. - JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. Troubleshooting 122
Error Message? CHECK LENS COVER Open the lens cover. SET DATE/TIME! Connect the AC adapter, charge the battery for more than 24 hours and set the clock. (If the message still appears, the clock battery is exhausted. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.) “Clock Setting” ( A p. 17) COMMUNICATION ERROR Reconnect the USB cable. Turn off this unit and the devices connected to it, and turn them on again. Reattach the battery pack. MEMORY CARD ERROR! Check that the card is supported by this unit. “Types of Usable SD Card” ( A p. 14 ) Turn off and on this unit again. Remove the AC adapter and battery pack, then remove and re-insert the SD card. Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals. If the above does not solve the problem, back up your files and execute “FORMAT SD CARD” in the “COMMON” menu. (All data will be deleted.) “ FORMAT SD CARD ” ( A p. 112) NOT FORMATTED Select “OK”, then select “YES” on the “DO YOU WANT TO FORMAT?” screen. RECORDING FAILURE Turn off and on this unit again. CANNOT TAKE MORE STILL IMAGES AT THIS TIME Stop video recording before taking still images. (If the SD card is removed and inserted during video recording, still images cannot be recorded.) PLAYBACK FAILED Remove and re-insert the SD card. “Inserting an SD Card” (A p. 13) Remove any dirt from the SD card terminals. Insert the SD card before turning on the power. Do not subject this unit to any strong impact or vibration. VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE IS DAMAGED, RECOVERY IS REQUIRED TO RECORD/PLAYBACK, RECOVER? Select “OK” to restore. (Videos that cannot be restored will not be displayed on the index screen, but you may be able to play them back using “PLAYBACK OTHER FILE” in the menu.) “Playing a Video with Defective Management Information” ( A p. 58) UNSUPPORTED SCENE! Use files recorded with this unit. (Files recorded with other devices may not be playable.) UNSUPPORTED FILE! Use files recorded with this unit. (Files recorded with other devices may not be playable.) THIS FILE IS PROTECTED Switch off the “PROTECT/CANCEL” function in the “EDIT” menu. “Protecting Files” ( A p. 65) CHECK CARD'S WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH Set the write protect switch of the SD card to off. INSUFFICIENT AVAILABLE SPACE Delete files, or move files to a computer or other devices. Replace the SD card with a new one. MAXIMUM QUANTITY RECORDING FOLDERS/ FILES HAS BEEN REACHED A Move the files or folders to a computer or other device. (Back up your files.) B Select “FILE + MANAGEMENT NO” in “FORMAT SD CARD” of the media settings menu. (All data on the SD card will be deleted.) “ FORMAT SD CARD ” ( A p. 112) SCENE QUANTITY EXCEEDED LIMIT A Move the files or folders to a computer or other device. (Back up your files.) B Select “FILE + MANAGEMENT NO” in “FORMAT SD CARD” of the media settings menu. (All data on the SD card will be deleted.) “ FORMAT SD CARD ” ( A p. 112) NUMBER OF FOLDERS OVERFLOW A Move the files or folders to a computer or other device. (Back up your files.) B Select “FILE + MANAGEMENT NO” in “FORMAT SD CARD” of the media settings menu. (All data on the SD card will be deleted.) “ FORMAT SD CARD ” ( A p. 112) FILE QUANTITY LIMIT EXCEEDED A Move the files or folders to a computer or other device. (Back up your files.) B Select “FILE + MANAGEMENT NO” in “FORMAT SD CARD” of the media settings menu. (All data on the SD card will be deleted.) “ FORMAT SD CARD ” ( A p. 112) PLAYLIST QUANTITY EXCEEDS LIMIT Reduce the number of the playlist to 99 files or less. (Up to 99 playlists can be created.) CANCELLED BECAUSE PLAYLIST AMOUNT EXCEEDED MAXIMUM LIMIT When creating a DVD, reduce the number of playlists to be saved. Reduce the number of videos to add to the playlist to 999 files. “Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” ( A p. 70) PROCESSING CANCELLED DUE TO LIMITED SPACE FOR OPERATION Reduce the number of videos to add to the playlist to 999 files. “Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” ( A p. 70 ) NO REGISTERED SCENES IN PLAYLIST SOME SCENES MAY NOT PLAY BACK Delete the playlist, and then create a new one. “Creating Playlists from the Recorded Videos” ( A p. 70) RECORDING CANCELLED Turn off and on this unit again. Protect the unit from vibration and shock. CAMERA TEMPERATURE IS HIGH PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF TO ALLOW IT TO COOL DOWN PLEASE WAIT Turn off the power of this unit, let and it cool down before turning on the power again. POWER IS OFF, OR USB DEVICE IS UNSUPPORTED Connect the AC adapter to the DVD writer or BD writer (external Blu-ray drive). Troubleshooting 123
Perform regular maintenance of this unit to enable it to be used for a long time. Caution : 0 Be sure to detach the battery pack, AC adapter, and power plug before performing any maintenance. Camcorder 0 Wipe this unit with a dry, soft cloth to remove any dirt. 0 When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent. Caution : 0 Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol. Doing so may cause damage to the unit. 0 When using a chemical cloth or cleaner, be sure to observe the warning labels and instructions of the product. 0 Do not leave the device in contact with rubber or plastic products for a long time. Lens/LCD Monitor 0 Use a lens blower (commercially available) to remove any dust, and a cleaning cloth (commercially available) to wipe off any dirt. Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. 0 You can use a commercially available anti-reflection or protective film on the screen. However, depending on the thickness of the film, operations on the touch screen may not be performed smoothly or the screen may darken slightly. Maintenance 124
Camera Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V Using battery pack: DC 3.6 V Power consumption 2.2 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 3 (standard)) 2.4 W (MONITOR BRIGHTNESS: 4 (brighter)) Dimensions (mm) 50.5 x 55 x 116 (2-1/16" x 2-3/16" x 4-5/8") (W x H x D: excluding grip belt) Mass Approx. 190 g (camera only), Approx. 215 g (including supplied battery pack) Operating environment Allowable operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C Allowable storage temperature: -20°C to 50°C Allowable relative humidity: 35 % to 80 % Image pickup device 1/5.8" 1,500,000 pixels (BSI CMOS) Recording area (Video) 630,000 to 1,050,000 pixels (AIS ON) 1,250,000 pixels (AIS OFF) Recording area (Still image) 930,000 pixels (4:3) 1,250,000 pixels (16:9) Lens F1.8 - 6.3, f= 2.9 mm to 116.0 mm Video 35 mm conversion: 45.6 mm to 1,824 mm (AIS ON) 35 mm conversion: 42.0 mm to 1,680 mm (AIS OFF) Still Image 35 mm conversion: 51.4 in to 2,056 in (4:3) 35 mm conversion: 42.0 mm to 1,680 mm (16:9) Item Details Lowest illumination 3 lux 1 lux (SCENE SELECT: NIGHTALIVE) Zoom (during video recording) Optical zoom: Up to 40x Digital zoom: Up to 200x Zoom (during still image recording) Optical zoom: Up to 40x LCD monitor 3.0", 230,000 pixels, color LCD Recording media SD/SDHC/SDXC card (commercially available) “Types of Usable SD Card” ( A p. 14) Clock battery Rechargeable battery Specifications 125
Connectors Item Details HDMI output connector HDMI mini connector AV output connector Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 KΩ USB connector Mini USB Type B, USB 2.0 compliant Video Item Details Recording/ Playback format AVCHD standard Video: AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Extension .MTS Signal system NTSC standard Image quality (Video) UXP 1920 x 1080 pixels Average Approximate 24 Mbps XP 1920 x 1080 pixels Average Approximate 17 Mbps SP 1920 x 1080 pixels Average Approximate 12 Mbps EP 1920 x 1080 pixels Average Approximate 4.8 Mbps SSW(16:9) 720 x 480 pixels (Interlaced) Average Approximate 6.2 Mbps SEW(16:9) 720 x 480 pixels (Interlaced) Average Approximate 3 Mbps Sound quality (Audio) 48 kHz, 256 kbpsStill Image Item Details Recording format JPEG standard Extension .JPG Image size “Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)” (A p. 54 ) AC Adapter (AC-V11U) Item Details Power supply AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 5.2 V, 1 A Allowable operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (10°C to 35°C during charging) Dimensions (mm) 66 x 28 x 47 (W x H x D: excluding cord and AC plug) Mass Approx. 71 g Battery Pack (BN-VG107U) Item Details Power voltage 3.6 V Capacity 700 mAh Dimensions (mm) 31 x 21.5 x 43 (W x H x D) Mass Approx. 26 g (0.06 lbs) Memo : 0 The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice. Specifications 126