JVC Gze200 User Manual

							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.
1 Tap “MENU”.
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When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the
shortcut menu appears.
2 Tap “ Q”.
. 3
Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.
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Tap  3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.
4 Tap “AREA SETTING”.
.5
Select the area you are traveling to and tap “SAVE”.
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The city name and time difference are displayed.
0 Tap  0 or 1 to select the city name.
Memo :  0
Setting  “AREA SETTING” changes the clock time such that time difference
is accounted for.
After returning to your country, re-select the region that was set initially to restore the original clock settings. Setting Daylight Saving Time
When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is
set 1 hour ahead.
1 Tap “MENU”.
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When entering from the recording mode, tap “MENU” again as the
shortcut menu appears.
2 Tap “ Q”.
. 3
Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”.
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Tap  3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.
4 Tap “DST SETTING”.
. 5
Tap “ON”.
. Memo : 
0
What is daylight saving time?
Daylight saving time is the system of setting the clock 1 hour ahead for a
fixed period in summer.
It is used mainly in the Western countries.
0 Restore the daylight saving time settings after you returned from the trip. Getting Started
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							Optional Accessories
You can record for a longer time by using the optional battery pack.
Product Name Description
Battery Pack 0 BN-VG107U
0 BN-VG114U
0 BN-VG121U
0 BN-VG138U 0
Provides a longer recording time. It can also be
used as a spare battery pack.
Battery Charger 0 AA-VG1 0
Enables the battery pack to be charged without
using this unit.
HDMI Mini Cable 0 VX-HD310
0 VX-HD315 0
Allows viewing in high picture quality when
connected to a TV.
0 Transmits video, audio, and control signals
between devices. Memo : 
0
The optional accessories above may not be supported in some regions.
0 For more information, refer to the catalog.
0 For details on the provided accessories, refer to “Verifying the
Accessories”.
“Verifying the Accessories” (A p. 11
)Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)
Battery Pack Actual Recording
TimeContinuous
Recording Time
BN-VG107U
(Supplied) 40 m
1 h 5 m
BN-VG114U 1 h 15 m 2 h 10 m
BN-VG121U 1 h 55 m 3 h 15 m
BN-VG138U 3 h 20 m 5 h 45 m0
The above are values when “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “3”
(standard).
0 The 

actual recording time may be shorter if zooming is used or if recording
is stopped repeatedly.
(It is recommended to prepare battery packs ready for three times the
expected recording time.)
0 When the battery life is reached, the recording time becomes shorter even
if the battery pack is fully charged.
(Replace the battery pack with a new one.)
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							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 lens cover.
.2
Open the LCD monitor.
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Check if the recording mode is A.
3 Check if the recording mode is P 

Intelligent Auto.
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If the mode is  H Manual, tap  H on the recording screen to display
the mode switching screen.
Tap  P to switch the recording mode to Intelligent Auto.
. 4
Start recording.
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Press again to stop.
0 Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
Use the n button to change the displays.
Memo :  0
Depending 
 on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be
performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode. Indications During Video Recording
.
Display Icon
Description
A Video Quality Displays the icon of the “VIDEO QUALITY”
setting selected in the recording menu.
“ VIDEO QUALITY ” (A p. 91)
B TOUCH PRIORITY
AE/AF Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/
AF”. By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING”
.
“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH
PRIORITY AE/AF)” (A p. 39)
C Time Displays the current time.
“Clock Setting” (A p. 17)
D Image Stabilizer Displays the image stabilizer setting.
“Reducing Camera Shake” ( A p. 47

)
E Recording Media Displays the icon of the media where videos
are recorded to.
F Battery Indicator Displays the approximate remaining battery
power.
Details of the battery power can be displayed
by pressing the INFO button.
“Checking the Remaining Recording Time”
(A p. 53

)
G Recording Mode Displays the current recording mode of P
(Intelligent Auto) or H (Manual).
H Remaining
Recording Time Displays the remaining time for video
recording.
“Checking the Remaining Recording Time”
(A p. 53

)
I Scene Counter
(Recorded Time) Displays the elapsed time of the video that is
currently being recorded. Recording
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Scenes of Intelligent Auto
Display Icon Description
E Captures one’s skin beautifully.
A Allows people to be captured naturally.
D Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp
image with vivid colors.
I Records with minimal noise in the overall image.
B Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with
minimal noise in the overall image.
J Prevents colors from fading even when recording
in a bright environment.
G Records while focusing on a near object.
H Reproduces the green color of trees vividly.
F Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.
C Adjusts settings so that the subject does not
appear too dark due to backlight.
K Allows people to be captured naturally with minimal
noise in the overall image.
L Records while focusing on a near object even in a
dark environment.Memo : 
0
Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and
automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.
0 Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting
conditions. Operation Buttons for Video Recording
.
Operation
Button Description
A Video/Still Image
Mode Switches between video and still image
modes.
B T/W Zoom Allows the same functions as the zoom
lever to be performed.
Camera shake that often occurs when
using the zoom lever can be minimized.
“Zooming” (A p. 25)
C Playback Mode Switches to the playback mode.
D / E Recording Start
6
Record-Standby
7 Functions as the START/STOP button.
F MENU Displays the various menus of video
recording.
“Operating the Menu” (A p. 85)
G Display Button  nSwitches the display between full (m)  and
simple ( n) with every tap of the button.
0 Simple display: Some displays
disappear after approximately 3
seconds.
0 Full display: Displays everything. The
display button changes from n to  m.
0 When the power is turned off, simple
display ( n) will be set.
H Recording Mode
P/H Switches the recording mode.Recording
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							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.
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Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode. To turn it
off, press and hold the button again.
0 T appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.
Useful Settings for Recording 0
When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if
you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off
by closing the monitor.
“ QUICK RESTART ” ( A p. 107)
0 When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off
automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes.
(only when using the battery pack)
“ AUTO POWER OFF ” ( A p. 107)
0 When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit
detects 

faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record
the faces more clearly.
“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” ( A p. 39)
0 When “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is used, the date and time can be
recorded together with the video.
“Recording Videos with Date and Time” ( A p. 52)
Caution :  0
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
0 Do 

not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the
bathroom.
0 Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well
as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.
0 The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit
rises too much.
0 Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access
lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.
“ACCESS (Access) Lamp” ( A p. 113)
0 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.
0 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.
Memo :  0
Check 
 the remaining recording time in the media before you start shooting.
If there is not enough space, move (copy) the data to a computer or disc.
0 When there are many files in the media, it may take time for them to be
displayed on the playback screen. Wait for a while as the access lamp
appears blinking, which indicates normal operation.
0 Do not forget to make copies after recording!
0 Recording stops automatically as it cannot be performed for 12 or more
consecutive hours according to specifications.
(It may take some time to resume recording.)
0 For long recordings, the file is split into two or more files if the size exceeds
4 GB.
0 You can connect this unit to the AC adapter to record for long hours
indoors.
0 Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may
appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc. Zooming
The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.
0 Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.
0 Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.
. 0
The following zoom options are available:
- Optical Zoom (1 - 40x)
- Digital Zoom (41 – 200x)
0 You can also use the zoom (T/W) button on the touch screen to zoom.
. Memo : 
0
When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally
enlarged.
0 The zoom ratio range can be changed.
“ ZOOM ” (A p. 92) Capturing Still Images During Video Recording
Still images can be captured by pressing the SNAPSHOT button while in the
video mode (standby or recording).
. 0
“PHOTO” lights up on the screen when a still image is being captured.
. Memo : 
0
The size of the still image that is captured in the video mode is 1920 x
1080.
0 Operation is invalid under the following conditions:
- when menu is being displayed
- when remaining recording time or battery power is being displayed
- when “TIME-LAPSE RECORDING” is in use
- when “FACE SUB-WINDOW” is set
- when “ANIMATION EFFECT” is set
- when “AUTO REC” is set
- when “DATE/TIME RECORDING” is set Recording
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Zoom Button (T/W)    
						

							Taking Still Images in Auto Mode
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the
Intelligent Auto mode. 1 Open the lens cover.
.2
Open the LCD monitor.
. 0
Check if the recording mode is B.
3 Check if the recording mode is P Intelligent Auto.
. 0
If the mode is  H Manual, tap  H on the recording screen to display
the mode switching screen.
Tap  P to switch the recording mode to Intelligent Auto.
. 4
Set the focus on the subject.
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When focused, the focus icon lights up in green.
5 Take a still image.
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PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.
0 Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
Use the n button to change the displays.
Memo :  0
Depending  on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be
performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode. Indications During Still Image Recording
.
Display Icon
Description
A Image Size Displays the icon of the image size.
0The size of still images can be changed.
“ IMAGE SIZE ” ( A p. 97)
B TOUCH PRIORITY
AE/AF Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/
AF”. By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING”
.
“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH
PRIORITY AE/AF)” ( A p. 39

)
C Time Displays the current time.
“Clock Setting” (A p. 17

)
D Recording Media Displays the icon of the media where still
images are recorded to.
E Battery Indicator “Checking the Remaining Recording Time”
(A p. 53)
F Recording Mode Displays the current recording mode of  P
(Intelligent Auto) or H (Manual).
G Remaining Number
of Shots Displays the remaining number of shots for still
image recording.
“Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit:
Number of Shots)” (A p. 54)
H Recording in
Progress “PHOTO” appears when a still image is being
captured.
I Focus Lights up in green when focused.Recording
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							o
Scenes of Intelligent Auto
Display Icon Description
E Captures one’s skin beautifully.
A Allows people to be captured naturally.
D Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp
image with vivid colors.
I Records with minimal noise in the overall image.
B Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with
minimal noise in the overall image.
J Prevents colors from fading even when recording
in a bright environment.
G Records while focusing on a near object.
H Reproduces the green color of trees vividly.
F Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.
C Adjusts settings so that the subject does not
appear too dark due to backlight.
K Allows people to be captured naturally with minimal
noise in the overall image.
L Records while focusing on a near object even in a
dark environment.Memo : 
0
Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and
automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.
0 Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting
conditions. Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording
.
Operation
Button Description
A Video/Still Image
Mode Switches between video and still image
modes.
B T/W Zoom Allows the same functions as the zoom
lever to be performed.
Camera shake that often occurs when
using the zoom lever can be minimized.
“Zooming” (A p. 28)
C Playback Mode Switches to the playback mode.
D Snapshot
Q Functions as the SNAPSHOT button.
However, focus cannot be set by pressing
halfway.
E MENU Displays the various menus of still image
recording.
“Operating the Menu” (A p. 85)
F Display Button  nSwitches the display between full (m)  and
simple ( n) with every tap of the button.
0 Simple display: Some displays
disappear after approximately 3
seconds.
0 Full display: Displays everything. The
display button changes from n to  m.
0 When the power is turned off, simple
display ( n) will be set.
G Recording Mode
P/H Switches the recording mode. Recording
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							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
Press and hold the SILENT button to turn on the Silent mode. To turn it
off, press and hold the button again.
0 T appears when “SILENT MODE” is set to “ON”.
Useful Settings for Recording 0
When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if
you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off
by closing the monitor.
“ QUICK RESTART ” ( A p. 107)
0 When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off
automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes.
(only when using the battery pack)
“ AUTO POWER OFF ” ( A p. 107)
0 When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit
detects 

faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record
the faces more clearly.
“Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)” ( A p. 39)
Caution :  0
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
0 Do 

not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the
bathroom.
0 Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well
as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.
0 The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit
rises too much.
0 Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access
lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.
“ACCESS (Access) Lamp” ( A p. 113)
0 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.
Memo :  0
Before 
 recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.
0 The image stabilizer does not work when recording still images.
0 Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may
appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting
conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc. Zooming
The angle of view can be adjusted using zoom.
0 Use the W end (wide angle end) to shoot a wider field of view.
0 Use the T end (telephoto end) to magnify the subject for shooting.
.0
The following zoom options are available:
- Optical Zoom (1 - 40x)
0 You can also use the zoom (T/W) button on the touch screen to zoom. .Memo : 
0
Only optical zoom is available in the still image recording mode. Recording
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Zoom Button (T/W)  
						

							Manual Recording
You  can adjust settings, such as brightness and shutter speed, by using the
manual mode.
Manual recording can be set for both video and still image modes.
1 Open the lens cover.
.2
Open the LCD monitor.
. 0
Set the recording mode to either A video or  B still image.
0 To 

switch the mode between video and still image, tap  A or B on the
recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Tap  A or B to switch the mode to video or still image respectively.
(You can also use the  A/B button on this unit.)
3 Select the Manual recording mode.
. 0
If the mode is  P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen
to display the mode switching screen.
Tap  H to switch the recording mode to Manual.
. 4
Tap “MENU”.
. 0
The shortcut menu appears.
5 Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.
. 6
Tap the item to set manually.
. 0
For 
 details on the various manual settings, refer to “Manual Recording
Menu”.
Memo :  0
The manual settings are displayed only in the manual mode. Recording
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							Manual Recording Menu
The following items can be set.
Name Description
SCENE SELECT 0Recordings  that suit the shooting conditions
can be performed easily.
“Shooting According to Scene (Subject)”
(A p. 30)
FOCUS 0Use manual focus if the subject is not
focused automatically.
“Adjusting Focus Manually” ( A p. 32)
BRIGHTNESS
ADJUST 0
Overall brightness on the screen can be
adjusted.
0 Use this when recording in a dark or bright
location.
“Adjusting Brightness” ( A p. 33

)
WHITE BALANCE 0Overall 
 color on the screen can be adjusted.
0 Use this when the color on the screen
appears differently from the actual color.
“Setting White Balance” ( A p. 34)
BACKLIGHT COMP. 0Corrects the image when the subject
appears dark due to backlight.
0 Use this when shooting against the light.
“Setting Backlight Compensation” ( A p. 35

)
TELE MACRO 0Use 
 this to take close-up (macro) shots of the
subject.
“Taking Close-up Shots” ( A p. 36) Shooting According to Scene (Subject)
Common scenes that are often encountered can be recorded with the most
suitable settings.
1 Select the Manual recording mode.
. 0
If the mode is  P Intelligent Auto, tap P on the recording screen
to display the mode switching screen.
Tap  H to switch the recording mode to Manual.
. 2
Tap “MENU”.
. 0
The shortcut menu appears.
3 Tap “MENU” in the shortcut menu.
. 4
Tap “SCENE SELECT”.
. 0
Tap  3 or 2 to move upward or downward for more selection.
0 Tap  L to exit the menu.
0 Tap  J to return to the previous screen.
5 Tap the appropriate scene.
.Recording
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