JVC GZ-HM670 - Manual

Recording the Christmas Party . After all preparations, it is finally the Christmas party itself. Not only should you record the candle-blowing scene, but also the smiles of the family while being surrounded by good food, or even the father who is slightly drunk from champagne! Finding the Presents ...

Recording the Expressions and Comments of Guests o Setting the shot from eye level to chest level . You can record comments from the guest by going around asking, "Please say a few words for the bride and groom". This can be done at the guests' waiting room, when the bride and groom are chan...

Amusement Park Take more shots of the smiling faces of everyone in the family! . Taking Videos or Still Images According to the Attraction You may choose to take videos all the time. However, you may want to take some still images too. The following section explains the scenarios suitable for taking...

Key Features Key features of your camcorder 1 Full High Definition (1920×1080 pixels) Video Recording 2 3.2 M (2400×1344 pixels) Still Image Recording (GZ-HM670/GZ- HM650) 3 i.AUTO (Intelligent Auto Recording): Detects 12 types of pre-set scenes “Scenes of Intelligent Auto” ( A p. 25) 4 2.7” Touch S...

Model Differences Confirm the model name of your camcorder. Model Recording Media Built-in Memory Memory Card Slot LED Light Image Sensor Pict. Size (16:9) Max. Pict. Size (Super Resolution) Seamless Recording Copy/Move Files GZ-HM440 SDHC/ SDXC - Dual SD - 1/5.8" 1.50M CMOS 2M Slot A N Slot B S...

Verifying the Accessories If any of the items are missing or defective, consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC service center. Illustration Description . AC Adapter AC-V11U 0 Connects to this unit to charge the battery pack. It can also be used when recording or playing back videos indoors. . Ba...

Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack immediately after purchase and when the remaining battery power is low. The battery pack is not charged at the time of purchase. 1 Attach the battery pack. . 0 Align the top of the battery with the mark on this unit, and slide in until the battery cl...

0 Charging is also possible with an optional USB AC adapter (AC-V10L). If you use any other USB AC adapters besides JVC AC adapters, safety and performance cannot be guaranteed. 0 If charging does not start, detach the battery pack and try again from step 1. 0 You cannot record or play back videos w...

Using the Touch Screen Icon operation buttons, thumbnails, and menu items are displayed on the touch screen according to the mode in use. 0 There are two ways to operate the touch screen, namely “tap” and “drag”. The following are some examples. A Tap the displayed button (icon) or thumbnail (file) ...

Index Screen . 1 Date Button “Operation Buttons for Video Playback” ( A p. 50) “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” ( A p. 52) 2 Recording Mode Button 0 Switches to the recording mode. 3 Delete Button “Deleting Selected Files” ( A p. 57) 4 Playback Media Button 0 Switches between SD card and...

Resetting the Clock Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST” from the menu. 1 Tap “MENU”. . 2 Tap “ Q ”. . 3 Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”. . 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. 4 Tap “CLOCK SETTING”. . 5 Set the date and time. . 0 When the year, month, day, hour, or minute item is tapped, “∧”...

Using this Unit Overseas The shape of the power outlet varies according to countries and regions. To charge the battery pack, you need a converter plug that matches the shape of the outlet. “Charging the Battery Pack Overseas” ( A p. 23) Change the date and time display to the local time by selectin...

Setting Daylight Saving Time When “ON” is selected in “DST SETTING” of “CLOCK ADJUST”, the time is set 1 hour ahead. 1 Tap “MENU”. . 2 Tap “ Q ”. . 3 Tap “CLOCK ADJUST”. . 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. 4 Tap “DST SETTING”. . 5 Tap “ON”. . Memo : 0 What is daylight savin...

Taking Videos in Intelligent 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 night view ( B ), per...

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. . Memo : 0 When digital zoom is used, the image becomes grainy as it is digitally enlarged. 0 The zoom ratio ran...

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) Memo : 0 Only optical zoom is available i...

Manual Recording Menu The following items can be set. Name Description a SCENE SELECT 0 Recordings that suit the shooting conditions can be performed easily. “Scene Selection” ( A p. 30) h FOCUS 0 Use manual focus if the subject is not focused automatically. “Adjusting Focus Manually” ( A p. 31) i B...

*The image is only an impression. Setting Effect b NIGHTALIVE Increases gain and brightens the scene automatically using a slow shutter when the surrounding is dark. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod. . g SPOTLIGHT Prevents the human subject from appearing too bright under light. . Memo : 0 All ...

Adjusting Brightness You can adjust the brightness to your preferred level. 1 Tap “MENU”. . 2 Tap “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST”. . 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. 0 Tap L to exit the menu. 0 Tap J to return to the previous screen. 3 Tap “MANUAL”. . 4 Adjust the brightness value. . ...

Creating Animation Effects (ANIMATION EFFECT) You can add various effects to videos to create a different atmosphere from the usual recording. 1 Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. . 0 The video mode icon appears. 2 Tap “MENU”. . 3 Tap “ANIMATION EFFECT”. . 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or...

. 4 Tap the desired setting. . Setting Details OFF Displays only the frames when faces are detected. ON Displays the frames, names, and smile levels (%) when faces are detected. 0 Frame: Appears around detected faces. Name: Appears for faces that are registered. Smile level: Appears in value (0 % - ...

Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF) “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is a function that adjusts focus and brightness based on a tapped position. By registering the face of a person beforehand, you can enable tracking of the person even without specific selection during recording. This function i...

Capturing Smiles Automatically (SMILE SHOT) “SMILE SHOT” automatically captures a still image upon detection of a smile. This function is available for both videos and still images. 1 Select video or still image mode. . 0 The video or still image mode icon appears. 2 Tap “MENU”. . 3 Tap “SMILE SHOT”...

Recording while Displaying a Magnified View of a Selected Face (FACE SUB-WINDOW) You can record while viewing both the overall image of the scene and magnified image of a subject’s expression. Frames appear around the faces that can be magnified. Tap a frame to track and magnify the face in a sub- w...

Reducing Camera Shake When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during recording can be effectively reduced. 1 Open the LCD monitor and select the video mode. . 2 Tap “MENU”. . 3 Tap “DIS” (image stabilizer). . 0 Tap ∧ or ∨ to move upward or downward for more selection. 0 Tap L to exit the menu...

0 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording. Indications During Time-Lapse Recording . Display Description Speed Indicator Displays the recording interval that is set. Video Quality Displays the icon of the video quality that is set. Remaining Recording Time Remaining time left to record w...

Time-Lapse Setting The greater the number of seconds, the longer the recording interval. Setting Details OFF Deactivates the function. 1SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 1-second intervals. Recorded videos will be played back at 30 times speed. 2SEC INTERVAL Takes a frame at 2-second intervals. Recorded...

Using the Face Detection Self-timer Pressing the SNAPSHOT button starts face detection, and shooting is performed three seconds after another person enters the frame. This function is useful when you want to include the photographer in the group photo. 1 Select still image mode. . 0 The still image ...

Setting the USER Button By assigning one of manual adjustment functions that you frequently use to the USER button, you can access the function quickly. Assigning a Function to the USER Button 1 Select video or still image mode. . 0 The video or still image mode icon appears. 2 Tap “MENU”. . 3 Tap “...

Remaining Recording Time/Battery Power You can check the remaining video recording time on the built-in memory and SD card as well as the remaining battery power. 1 Open the LCD monitor and select the video or still image mode. . 0 The video or still image mode icon appears. 2 Press the INFO button....

Playing Back Videos You can select and play back the recorded videos from an index screen (thumbnail display). 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 3 Tap on the file to start playback. . 0 Tap I / J to select the media for playback. 0 Tap e to pause. 0 Tap u to return to the...

Playing Back Still Images You can select and play back the recorded still images from an index screen (thumbnail display). 1 Select still image mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 3 Tap on the file to start playback. . 0 Still images that are recorded continuously within 2 seconds or with...

. “Operation Buttons for Still Image Playback” ( A p. 52) Memo : 0 Effects can be added to the transitions in slideshow playback. “SLIDE SHOW EFFECTS” ( A p. 90) Searching for a Specific Video/Still Image When there is a large number of recorded videos and still images, it is difficult to look for t...

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”...

Connecting via the AV Connector By connecting the supplied AV cable to the AV connector, videos can be played back on a TV. 0 Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV in use. 1 Connect to a TV. . 0 Turn off the camcorder by pressing the M button for about 2 seconds. 2 Connect the AC adapter to...

Deleting Unwanted Files Delete unwanted videos and still images when the space in the recording media is running out. The capacity of the recording media can be restored after deleting the files. “Deleting the Currently Displayed File” ( A p. 57) “Deleting Selected Files” ( A p. 57) Memo : 0 Deleted...

. 0 After deleting is complete, tap “OK”. 0 To cancel the deletion, tap “QUIT”. Memo : 0 Files that are protected cannot be deleted. Release protection before deleting the file. “Protecting Files” ( A p. 58) Protecting Files Prevent important videos/still images from being deleted accidently by prot...

Combining Videos Recorded by Seamless Recording Videos that are recorded on two separate media and with “SEAMLESS RECORDING” in the video recording menu enabled can be combined into a single video. “SEAMLESS RECORDING” ( A p. 82) 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 3 Tap “M...

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. 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 3 Tap “MENU”. . 4 Tap “TRIMMING”. . 5 Tap the video to edit. . 6...

Capturing Videos for Uploading to YouTube Capture and copy a part of a recorded video (maximum 15 minutes) for uploading to YouTube, and save it as a YouTube video. When capturing videos for YouTube, the duration cannot be longer than 15 minutes. 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback...

Creating a Disc Using a Connected Blu-ray Recorder You can create discs using a Blu-ray recorder by connecting it to this unit using a USB cable. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 2 Connect to a Blu-ray recorder. . A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. 0 This unit po...

Dubbing Files to a VHS Tape Using a VCR You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a VCR. 0 Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV and VCR. 1 Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder. . A Connect using the provided AV cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. 0 This unit powers on aut...

Copying Files to an SD Card You can copy videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card or from slot A to slot B. Copying still images to cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developing). Caution : 0 Make sure that there is enough space left in the destinati...

Moving Files to an SD Card You can move videos and still images from the built-in memory to SD card or from slot A to slot B. Files that are moved will be deleted from the built-in memory or slot A. Moving still images to SD cards makes it convenient to bring them to the shop for printing (developin...

Copying to Windows PC You can copy files to a computer using the provided software. DVDs can also be created using the computer's DVD drive. If the provided software is not installed, this unit will be recognized as an external storage when connected. Memo : 0 To record to discs, a recordable DVD or...

Backing Up All Files Before making backup, make sure that enough free space is left in the computer's hard disk (HDD). 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 2 Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. . A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. 0 This unit powers on automati...

Organizing Files After backing up your files, organize them by adding labels such as “Family Trip” or “Athletic Meet”. This is useful not only for creating discs, but for viewing the files too. 1 Double-click on the Everio MediaBrowser 3 icon. 0 The provided software starts up. . 2 Display the month...

Recording Videos to Discs Copy the files that are arranged using the user list to DVDs. 1 Insert a new disc into the PC's recordable DVD or Blu-ray drive. 2 Select the desired user list. . 3 Select the files to copy to disc in order. . 0 Click “Settings” to select the disc type. Image quality is set...

Copying to Mac Computer Copy the files to a Mac computer using the following method. 1 Open the LCD monitor. . 2 Connect the USB cable and the AC adapter. . A Connect using the provided USB cable. B Connect the AC adapter to this unit. 0 This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is conne...

Operating the Menu There are three types of menus in this unit. 0 Main menu - Menu that contains all the items specific to the video recording, still image recording, video playback, and still image playback modes respectively. 0 Q (COMMON) menu in the main menu - Menu that contains all common items...

Main Menu for Video Recording You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change settings such as picture quality and gain. 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap R to select the recording mode. . 0 The mode changes between recording and ...

LIGHT (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZHM690) Turns on/off the light. Setting Details OFF Does not light up. AUTO Lights up automatically when the surrounding is dark. ON Lights up at all times. Displaying the Item 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap R to select the recording mode. . 0 The mode changes between recordi...

VIDEO QUALITY Sets the video quality. Setting Details UXP Enables recording in the best picture quality. 0 Applies to Blu-ray discs only. Videos taken in high-definition quality cannot be saved to DVDs. XP Enables recording in high picture quality. SP Enables recording in standard quality. EP Enable...

SEAMLESS RECORDING Continues recording on the SD card without stopping when the remaining space on the built-in memory or slot A runs out. Setting Details OFF Does not switch recording media automatically. ON Switches recording media automatically. Memo : 0 Seamless recording cannot be performed if ...

Main Menu for Still Image Recording You can adjust various settings, such as brightness and white balance, to suit the subject or purpose. You can also change settings such as picture quality and gain. 1 Select still image mode. . 2 Tap R to select the recording mode. . 0 The mode changes between re...

IMAGE SIZE Sets the image size (number of pixels) for still images. Setting Details 2400X1344(3.2M) * 1920X1080(2M) Takes still images with aspect ratio 16:9. 0 The sides of still images recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut off when printed. 1440X1080(1.5M) 640X480(0.3M) Takes still images with ...

Main Menu for Video Playback You can delete or look for specific videos. 1 Select video mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 0 The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. 3 Tap “MENU”. . Setting Details SEARCH DATE You can search and play videos or still images accordin...

Main Menu for Still Image Playback You can delete or look for specific still images. 1 Select still image mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 0 The mode changes between recording and playback with every tap. 3 Tap “MENU”. . Setting Details SEARCH DATE You can search and play videos or sti...

Common Menu 1 Select video or still image mode. . 2 Tap L to select the playback mode. . 3 Tap “MENU”. . 4 Tap “ Q ”. . Setting Details CLOCK ADJUST Resets the current time or sets to the local time when using this unit overseas. “Clock Setting” ( A p. 20) “Setting the Clock to Local Time when Trave...

0 For date display, set to any format from “month.day.year”, “year.month.day”, and “day.month.year”. 0 For time display, set to any format from “12h” and “24h”. 0 Tap the operation buttons ∧ or ∨ to move the cursor. 0 After setting, tap “OK”. Clock Set Style The clock set style of this unit varies w...

OPERATION SOUND Turns on or off the operation sound. Setting Details OFF Turns off the operation sound. ON Turns on the operation sound. Displaying the Item 1 Tap “MENU”. . 2 Tap “ Q ”. . 3 Tap “OPERATION SOUND”. . AUTO POWER OFF Prevents the situation of forgetting to turn off the power when this i...

. 3 Tap “TOUCH SCREEN ADJUST”. . 0 The touch screen adjustment screen appears. 4 Tap “+”. (3 times in total) . 0 Keep tapping “+” as its position changes with every tap. 5 Tap “+” again to confirm the adjusted positions. (3 times in total) . 0 Keep tapping “+” as its position changes with every tap....

VIDEO OUTPUT Sets the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) according to the connecting TV. Setting Details 4:3 Select this when connecting to a conventional TV (4:3). 16:9 Select this when connecting to a widescreen TV (16:9). Displaying the Item 1 Tap “MENU”. . 2 Tap “ Q ”. . 3 Tap “VIDEO OUTPUT”. . COMPONEN...

HDMI OUTPUT Sets the output from the HDMI connector of this unit when it is connected to a TV. Setting Details AUTO It is recommended to select “AUTO” usually. 480p Select this when the video is not output in “AUTO” correctly. Displaying the Item 1 Tap “MENU”. . 2 Tap “ Q ”. . 3 Tap “HDMI OUTPUT”. ....

Front . 1 Lens Cover 0 Do not touch the lens and lens cover. 0 Do not cover the lens with your fingers during recording. 2 Light (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZHM690) 0 Turn on the light when shooting in dark places. “LIGHT (GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZHM690)” ( A p. 79) 3 Stereo Microphone 0 Do not cover the microph...

LCD Monitor . 1 LCD Monitor 0 Turns the power on/off by opening and closing. 0 Enables self-portraits to be taken by rotating the monitor. . “Using the Touch Screen” ( A p. 19) “Names of Buttons and Functions on the LCD Monitor” ( A p. 19) Caution : 0 Do not press against the surface with force or s...

Common Recording Indications . 1 Backlight Compensation “Setting Backlight Compensation” ( A p. 33) 2 Auto REC “Recording Automatically by Sensing Movements (AUTO REC)” ( A p. 44) 3 Zoom “ZOOM” ( A p. 81) 4 Tele Macro “Taking Close-up Shots” ( A p. 33) 5 Scene Select “Scene Selection” ( A p. 30) 6 D...

Still Image Playback . 1 Still Image Mode “ A / B (Video/Still Image) Button” ( A p. 106) 2 Folder Number 3 File Number 4 Date/Time “Clock Setting” ( A p. 20) 5 Media “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ- HM690)” ( A p. 95) “REC STILLS TO SLOTS (GZ-HM440)” ( A p. 96) 6 Battery Indicat...

Battery Pack Unable to turn on the power when using the battery pack. Recharge the battery pack. “Charging the Battery Pack” ( A p. 13) If the terminal of this unit or the battery pack is dirty, wipe it with a cotton swab or something similar. If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery p...

Editing/Copying Unable to dub to a Blu-ray recorder. Dubbing cannot be performed by connecting this unit to a Blu-ray recorder with a USB cable. Connect and dub using the supplied AV cable. “Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD Recorder or VCR” ( A p. 63) Unable to delete file. Files (videos/still i...

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 o...

NO FILES Change the setting of “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE”, “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO”, “REC VIDEO TO SLOTS”, or “REC STILLS TO SLOTS” in the “COMMON” menu, and check that files are not recorded to the other media. “REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO (GZ-HM450/GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ- HM690)” ( A p. 95) “REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE (GZ...

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...

Camera Item Details Power supply Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V Using battery pack: DC 3.5 V - 3.6 V Power consumption GZ-HM440/GZ-HM450: 2.3 W (when “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “3” (standard)) 2.5 W (when “MONITOR BRIGHTNESS” is set to “4” (brighter)) GZ-HM650/GZ-HM670/GZ-HM690: 2.4 W (when “MONITOR...