JVC Gzhm1su Owners Manual

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h: hour/m: minute
Required charging/recording time (approx.)
Battery pack Charging timeRecording time
BN-VF808U 1 h 50 m1 h 10 m*
BN-VF815U (Provided) 2 h 40 m
2 h 25 m*
BN-VF823U 3 h 40 m3 h 40 m*
*  
When the monitor backlight is set to [STANDARD] mode.
FURTHER INFORMATION 
						

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Cautions
AC Adapter
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.
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER
In case of connecting the unit’s 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
Battery Pack
The supplied battery pack is a 
lithium-ion battery. Before using 
the supplied battery pack or an 
optional battery pack, be sure 
to read the following cautions:Terminals
• 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 60°C (140°F), 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 10°C 
to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Cooler temperatures 
require longer charging time, or in some cases 
stop charging at all.
  W
ar mer temper

atures prevent complete 
charging, or in some cases stop charging at all.
...  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 
e v

ery 6 months when storing the battery pack 
over a long period of time.
...  remov e from charger or po

wered unit when not 
in use, as some machines use current even 
when switched off.
ATTENTION:The product you have purchased is 
powered by a rechargeable battery 
that is recyclable.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for 
information on how to recycle this 
battery.
Recording Medium
• 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 subject it to strong pressure, jolts or 
vibrations.
• Do not splash the recording medium with water.• Do not use, replace, or store the recording 
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.• When formatting or erasing data using 
the camcorder, only the file administration 
information is changed. The data is not 
completely erased from the recording medium. 
If you want to completely erase all of the data, 
we recommend either using commercially 
available software that is specially designed for 
that purpose, or by physically destroying the 
camcorder with a hammer etc.
LCD Monitor
• To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO 
NOT
...  push it strongly or apply any shoc ks
.
...  place the camcorder with LCD monitor on the 
bottom.
• To prolong service life
...  avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
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Main Unit
• For safety, DO NOT
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow in  ammables, 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  ame 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  elds (speakers, broadcasting 
antennas, etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C  or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F) 
temperatures.
• DO NOT leave the unit
... in places of over 50°C (122°F).
... 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   oor.
• 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.
... place the camcorder in dusty or sandy areas,  such as on a beach.
• To prevent the unit from dropping, Fasten the grip belt securely. When using the camcorder with a tripod, attach the camcorder to the tripod securely.
  If the camcorder drops, you may be injured and  the camcorder may be damaged.
  When a child uses the unit, there must be  parental guidance.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : GZ-HM1SU
Trade Name : JVC
Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 07470
Telephone Number : 973-317-5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modi cations not approved by 
JVC could void the user’s authority to operate 
the equipment. This equipment has been 
tested and found to comply with the limits for 
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate 
radio frequency energy and, if not installed 
and used in accordance with the instructions, 
may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee 
that interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, 
which can be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged 
to try to correct the interference by one or more 
of the following measures: Reorient or relocate 
the receiving antenna. Increase the separation 
between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a 
circuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with 
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est 
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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Terms
AAC Adapter  .................................................. 16, 42
AV Connection ............................................. 25, 28
BBattery Pack   ................................................ 16, 42
BD/DVD Backup   ................................................ 26
BD/DVD Burner   ................................................. 26
CCD-ROM  ...................................................... 10, 29
Clock Adjust   ...................................................... 16
Component Connection   .................................... 24
Copying Files   ..................................................... 26
DDate/Time Setting   ............................................... 5
Digest Playback   ................................................. 22
Dubbing Playback .............................................. 28
EExport to Library Mode   ...................................... 34FFlash  ................................................................. 21HHDMI  ................................................................. 24IImage Stabilizer.................................................. 20
iTunes   ................................................................ 34
LLanguage Setting   .............................................. 17
LCD Monitor   ................................................ 14, 42
MMenu Settings   ................................................... 36
NNumber of Images   ............................................. 40OOn-screen Recording Control ............................ 19
On-screen Zoom Control   ................................... 21
PPortable Media Player  ....................................... 34QQuick Review ............................................... 19, 20RRecordable Time  ............................................... 40
Recording Medium   ............................................ 42
Remaining Battery Power   .................................. 21
Remaining Recording Time   ............................... 21
Remote Control   ........................................... 11, 13
SSD Card  ............................................................ 18
Speaker Volume   ................................................ 22
UUploading Files  ................................................. 35
USB Cable   ................................................... 26, 30
VViewing Files on TV   ........................................... 24YYouTube  ............................................................. 35ZZoom  ................................................................. 21