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GZ-HM330SEK/BEK
GZ-HM310BEK
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Basic User Guide

Getting Started

CAMCORDER

Recording

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Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before use, please read the Safety Precautions and Cautions on P.2 and P.25 to ensure safe
use of this product.
Some features explained in this manual only apply to the specific camera model identified.
This product comes with a “Basic User Guide” (this manual) and a “Detailed User Guide”.

Explains the ways of shooting in various situations and the
useful features.

■ Access the following website on your PC
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Others

Detailed User Guide

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Dear Customers

Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points
in your home or the cable is too short to reach
a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety
approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an
identical approved type, as originally fitted,
and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure
to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains
plug then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue to N
(Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live)
or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS:

•
•

To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
When you are not using the AC adapter for a
long period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES:

•
•
•

The rating plate and safety caution are on the
bottom and/or the back of the main unit.
The serial number plate is on the battery pack
mount.
The rating information and safety caution of the
AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

WARNING:

When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on
a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on
all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on
both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper,
or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and the local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water
or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This
can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a
risk of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical
damage to this unit and to the user.
Carrying or holding this unit by the LCD monitor
can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel
surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage
to the unit.

CAUTION!
Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.)
to this unit and leaving it on top of the TV is not
recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause
the unit to fall, resulting in damage.

CAUTION:
To avoid electric shock
or damage to the
unit, first firmly insert
the small end of the
power cord into the
AC Adapter until it is no longer
wobbly, and then plug the larger
end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

CAUTION:
The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
• Remove the mains plug immediately if this unit
functions abnormally.

The battery pack and this unit with battery
installed should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as direct sunlight, fire or the Iike.

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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE
SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and
manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment, care
must be taken if you are to obtain the best results
and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including
the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly
made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug
when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about
the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are
in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family knows how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for
infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos
or radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch
television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such
use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life
of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs
with wood screws — to ensure complete safety
always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or
legs with the fixings provided according to the
instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
• NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in
the case — this could result in a fatal electrical
shock;
• NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe
than sorry!

Remember that this unit is intended for private
consumer use only.
Any commercial use without proper permission
is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such
as a show, performance or exhibition for personal
enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
Trademarks
• AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• x.v.Colour™ is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
• HDMI is a trademark of HDMI
Licensing, LLC.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Windows® is either registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
• iTunes, iMovie, iPhoto are trademarks of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• YouTube™ and the YouTube logo are
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
YouTube LLC.
• Other product and company names included in
this instruction manual are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.

CAUTION:

• Fire or injury may result if batteries NOT

approved by JVC are used.
Only use the batteries specified on page 20.
• Please do not pull or bend the AC adapter plug
and cable. This may damage the AC adapter.

Make a backup of important recorded
data
JVC will not be responsible for any lost data. It is
recommended to copy your important recorded
data to a disc or other recording media for
storage.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Contents
Safety Precautions .............................. 2 ▶Playback .................................. 15
Contents .............................................. 4
Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Verifying the Accessories .................... 4
........................................................... 15
Names of Parts and Functions ............ 5
Playing Back on TV ........................... 16

▶Getting Started .......................... 6 ▶Copying ................................... 18
Charging the Battery Pack .................. 6
Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Grip Adjustment .................................. 7
Recorder or VCR ............................... 18
Attaching the Lens Cap
▶Others ..................................... 19
(GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310) ........................ 7
Using the Menu ................................. 19
Inserting an SD card ........................... 8
Recordable Time/Number of Images
Clock Setting ..................................... 11
........................................................... 20
Troubleshooting ................................ 21
▶Recording ................................ 13
Cautions ............................................ 25
Video Recording ................................ 13
Specifications .................................... 27
Still Image Recording ........................ 14

▶Learning About Advanced Operations
Use the “Detailed User Guide” on your PC to find out more about the advanced
operations.
■ Access the following address on your PC
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Verifying the Accessories
AC Adapter
AP-V30M *¹

Power Cord *¹

.

.
AV Cable

Basic User Guide
(this manual)

Battery Pack
BN-VG114E

.

USB Cable
(Type A - Mini Type B)

.

● CD-ROM *²
● Component Cable

(GZ-HM330)
● Lens Cap

(GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310)
● SD cards are sold separately.

For details on the types of cards that can be used on this unit, refer to P.9.
*1 When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available
converter plug for the country or region of visit.
*2 To use the CD-ROM, refer to the “Installing the Provided Software” section in the
“Detailed User Guide”.

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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Names of Parts and Functions
9 0 ab
1
2
3
4
5
AV

6 78
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O

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Lens/Lens Cover *
Light *
Stereo Microphone
LCD Monitor
Turns the power on/off by opening and
closing.
Slider
Selects an image or item.
 Button
Confirms the selected image or item.
Operation Buttons
Functions differently according to the
operation.
 (menu) Button ( P.19)
Camera Sensor
Speaker
ACCESS (Access) Lamp
Lights up/blinks during recording or
playback.
POWER/CHARGE (Power/Charge)
Lamp ( P.6)
+ (Play/Record Mode) Button
Switches between recording and
playback modes.
/ (Video/Still Image) Button
Switches between video and still
image modes.
UPLOAD/EXPORT* (Upload/Export to
iTunes*) Button
Recording :Takes videos in
YouTube¥ or iTunes*
format.

c
d
e
f
g

j
k
l
m
n

o
p
q
r
s

Playback :Changes the video to
YouTube¥ or iTunes*
format.
P , (Power/Information) Button
Recording :Displays the remaining
time as well as the
battery power during
continuous recording.
Playback :Displays file information.
Press and hold to turn the power on/off
while the LCD monitor is opened.
Q AV Terminal ( P.16, P.18)
R COMPONENT (Component)
Connector ( P.16)
S HDMI Mini Connector ( P.16)
T Zoom/Volume Lever ( P.13, P.15)
U SNAPSHOT (Still Image Recording)
Button ( P.14)
V USB Terminal
W DC Terminal ( P.6)
X START/STOP (Video Recording)
Button ( P.13)
Y Grip Belt Release Lever
Z Grip Belt ( P.7)
a Tripod Mounting Hole
b SD Card Slot ( P.8)
c Battery Release Lever ( P.6)
* For GZ-HM330 only.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Getting Started

Charging the Battery Pack

1 Attach the battery pack.
* The battery pack is not
charged at the time of
purchase.

the DC
2 Connect
terminal.
Cover

Charging Lamp

AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110V to 240V)

• Align the top of the battery
with the mark on this unit,
and slide in until the battery
clicks into place.

■ To detach the battery pack
(Base)

BATT.

3 Plug in the power.
Charging Lamp
Charging in progress:
Blinks
Charging finished:
Goes out

CAUTION

Be sure to use JVC battery packs.
● If you use any other battery packs besides JVC battery packs, safety and
performance cannot be guaranteed.
● Charging time: Approx. 2 h 30 m (using supplied battery pack)
* The charging time is when the unit is used at 25°C. If the battery pack is
charged outside the room temperature range of 10°C - 35°C, charging may
take a longer time or it may not start. The recordable and playable time may
also be shortened under some usage conditions such as at low temperature.

6

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

1 Pull back the belt

2 Adjust the length

Getting Started
Recording

Grip Adjustment

3 Attach the belt

Using as a Hand Strap

Playback

Remove the strap and loop it around your wrist.
While pressing A, pull B and remove the strap.

Press and hold

Attaching the Lens Cap (GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310)
Damage may occur to the lens if this unit is stored without the lens cap attached.

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● When attaching the hand strap, insert C until it clicks into place.

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CAUTION
● Please be careful not to lose the lens cap.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Inserting an SD card
■ GZ-HM330 (Models with Internal Memory)
When a commercially available SD card is inserted, recordings can still be made to
the card without stopping when the remaining recording time on the internal memory
runs out.

1 Close the LCD monitor.
(Base)

2 Open the cover.
3 Insert an SD card.
Label

* Turn off the power of the unit before
inserting or removing a card.

■ GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310 (Models with Dual Slot)
Insert a commercially available SD card before recording.
This unit comes with two SD card slots. When two SD cards are inserted, recordings
can be continued on the other card even if one card is full.

1 Close the LCD monitor.
(Base)

2 Open the cover.
3 Insert an SD card into slot A.
Label

* Turn off the power of this unit before
inserting or removing a card.

Slot A

8

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Slot B

Getting Started

■ To remove the card
Push the card inward once, then pull it out straight.

Recording

(Base)

NOTE
Manufacturer

Panasonic, TOSHIBA, SanDisk, ATP

Video

Class 4 or higher compatible SDHC card (4 GB to
32GB)

Still Image

SD card (256 MB to 2 GB), SDHC card (4 GB to
32GB)

Playback

Operations are confirmed on the following SD cards.

● Using cards other than those specified above may result in recording failure

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or data loss.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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■ To use an SD card

■ To use SD cards that have

Recording and playback can be
performed on a card when “REC
MEDIA FOR VIDEO” or “REC MEDIA
FOR IMAGE” of media settings is set
to “SD CARD”. (GZ-HM330 only)
● For GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310, set “VIDEO
SLOT SELECTION” or “IMAGE SLOT
SELECTION” to “SLOT A” or “SLOT
B”.

① Display the menu.

Touch

been used on other devices

Format (initialize) the card using
“FORMAT SD CARD” from media
settings.
All data on the card will be deleted
when it is formatted. Copy all files
on the card to a PC before
formatting.

① Touch  to display the menu.
② Select “MEDIA SETTINGS” with
the slider and touch .
③ Select “FORMAT SD CARD” and
touch .
MEDIA SETTINGS
REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO
REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.

② Select “MEDIA SETTINGS” and
touch .

FORMAT SD CARD
ERASE ALL DATA

VIDEO

?

SET

DISPLAY SETTINGS
CLOCK ADJUST
BASIC SETTINGS
CONNECTION SETTINGS
MEDIA SETTINGS

?

SET

QUIT

QUIT

④ (GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310 only)
Select the slot inserted with the
card to be formatted, and touch
.

③ Select “REC MEDIA FOR
VIDEO” or “REC MEDIA FOR
IMAGE”, and touch .

SLOT SELECTION
SLOT A
SLOT B

MEDIA SETTINGS
REC MEDIA FOR VIDEO

SET

REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
FORMAT BUILT-IN MEM.
FORMAT SD CARD
ERASE ALL DATA

QUIT

⑤ Select “FILE” and touch .
?

SET

?

FORMAT SD CARD

QUIT
FILE

④ Select “SD CARD” and touch .

FILE + MANAGEMENT NO

MEDIA SETTINGS
SET

BUILT-IN MEMORY
5&%#4&

SET

10

?

QUIT

?

QUIT

⑥ Select “YES” and touch .
⑦ After formatting, touch .

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Getting Started

Clock Setting
1

Open the LCD monitor.

4

After setting the date and time,
touch .

5

Select the region where you live
and touch .

● The city name and time difference is

Recording

displayed.

AV

CLOCK/AREA SETTING

.
● The unit turns on. When the LCD

monitor is closed, the unit turns off.

2

Select “YES” and touch  when
“SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed.

1 Select

GMT

SAVE

1. 1. 2010 10:00
QUIT

Slider

2
Touch
②Touch

Operation Buttons

● Slide along the slider to select, then

touch the operation buttons to set.

3

Set the date and time.
Cursor
CLOCK SETTING
DATE

1

.

around the screen with your
fingers.
● The slider and buttons do not
function if you touch them with
your fingernails or with gloves
on.
● The displays on the screen do
not work even if you touch them.
● “SET DATE/TIME!” is displayed
when you turn on this unit after it
has not been used for a
prolonged period. Charge this
unit for more than 24 hours
before setting the clock. ( P.6)

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YES
NO
SET

.

Playback

NOTE
● Touch the slider and buttons

SET DATE/TIME!

TIME

1

2010

SET

10

00

QUIT

● Use the slider to adjust the year,

Others

month, day, hour and minute.
● Touch the operation buttons “&” / “'”

to move the cursor.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

11

■ To reset the clock

■ To change the display

Set the clock with “CLOCK ADJUST”
from the menu.

① Display the menu.

language

The language on the display can be
changed.

① Display the menu.

Touch
Touch
② Select “CLOCK ADJUST” and
touch .
VIDEO

② Select “DISPLAY SETTINGS”
and touch .

DISPLAY SETTINGS

VIDEO

CLOCK ADJUST

9+0&%76

BASIC SETTINGS

DISPLAY SETTINGS

CONNECTION SETTINGS
MEDIA SETTINGS
SET

CLOCK ADJUST
BASIC SETTINGS

?

QUIT

③ Select “CLOCK SETTING” and
touch .
CLOCK ADJUST

CONNECTION SETTINGS
SET

DISPLAY SETTINGS

AREA SETTING
SET FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

?

LANGUAGE
DATE DISPLAY STYLE
MONITOR BRIGHTNESS
LCD BACKLIGHT
FOCUS ASSIST COLOR

QUIT

SET

● The subsequent setting operations

are the same as steps 3 - 5 on the
previous page.

12

QUIT

③ Select “LANGUAGE” and touch
.

CLOCK SETTING

SET

?

?

QUIT

④ Select the desired language and
touch .
⑤ Touch  to exit.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Getting Started

Recording

Video Recording
You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the auto mode.
Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial
recording.

LCD monitor.

• For
GZ-HM300/
GZ-HM31 0,
remove the
lens cap.

2 Select video 3 Check if the recording mode is
mode.

Auto.

• If the mode is
Manual, touch
the
button to switch.
• The mode changes between auto
and manual with every touch.

Press

Recording

1 Open the

Playback

Touch
AV

Zooming

4 Start recording.

20x

• Press again to stop.
(Telephoto)

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(Wide angle)

Press

■ Indications during video recording
Video Quality

Scene Counter
Battery Indicator

: Record-Standby
: Recording in Progress
Recording Media
/ )
(GZ-HM300/GZ-HM31 0 :

NOTE
● The estimated recording time of the supplied battery pack is approximately

55 minutes (GZ-HM300 / GZ-HM310 : 1 hour). ( P.20)
For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

13

Others

Remaining Recording Time

Reducing Camera Shake (Video Recording)
When the image stabilizer is set, camera shake during recording can be effectively
reduced.
(White): Image stabilizer
(Green): Image stabilizer
(White): OFF

Touch

The setting switches with every touch.

A:Reduces camera shake under normal shooting conditions.
B:Reduces camera shake more effectively when shooting bright scenes on the wide
angle end. Only on the wide angle end (approx. 5x).

NOTE
● It is recommended to set the image stabilizer to off when shooting a subject of

little movement with the unit on a tripod.
● Complete stabilization may not be possible if camera shake is excessive.

Still Image Recording

1 Select still image

2 Set the focus on the subject.

mode.

Press halfway
Lights up in green
when focused

Press

3 Take a still image.
Press fully
AV

Lights up during still
image recording

■ Indications during still image recording
Image Size
Image Quality
1920

Shutter Speed
Focus
Battery Indicator

14

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Remaining Number of Shots
Recording in Progress
Recording Media
(GZ-HM300/GZ-HM31 0 :

/

)

Playing Back/Deleting Files on this Unit
Select and play back the recorded videos or still images from an index screen
(thumbnail display). The contents of the media selected in media settings ( P.10) are
displayed on the index screen.
Volume adjustment
Select the playback mode.
during video playback

1

Getting Started

Playback

Turn up
the volume

Recording

Turn down
the volume

Press

2 Select video or still image mode.
AV

Press

1 Select

■ To delete unwanted files
1 Select

VIDEO PLAYBACK

VIDEO PLAYBACK

NOV.01.2009
01.01.2010
04:55PM
16:55

NOV.01.2009
01.01.2010
04:55PM
16:55

2 Touch

2 Touch

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• Touch

Playback

Media being
played back

• Select “YES” when the confirmation
message appears and touch .

to stop.

■ To capture a still image during playback
Pause the playback and press the SNAPSHOT button.
■ Usable operation buttons during playback
Display
/


During video playback
Playback/pause

During still image playback
Start/pause slideshow

Stop (returns to thumbnail display)

Stop (returns to thumbnail display)



Advances to the next video

Advances to the next still image



Returns to the beginning of the scene

Returns to the previous still image

!

Forward search

-

"

Reverse search

-

$

Forward slow-motion

-

%

Reverse slow-motion

-

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Others

3 Play back a file.

Playing Back on TV
1

Connect to a TV.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV.
** The component cable recommended is QAM1266-001.
● Press the Power button (,) for more than 2 seconds to turn off this unit.

To connect using the HDMI mini connector
If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the HDMI
terminal.

AV

To
Terminal

(HDMI mini)
TV

HDMI Cable (Optional)
HDMI Terminal Input

To connect using the COMPONENT/AV connector
If you are using an HDTV, you can play back in HD quality by connecting to the
COMPONENT terminal.
COMPONENT

To COMPONENT
Terminal

Component Cable**
(Provided for
TV
GZ-HM330 only)
Green Component Video Input
AV

Y
To AV Terminal

Do not connect the
yellow plug when
using component cable.
AV Cable
(Provided)

16

CB/PB
Red

AV

*

Blue

*

Yellow

CR/PR
Video Input
Video Input

White
Audio Input (L)
Red

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Audio Input (R)

Getting Started

2

Connect the AC adapter. ( P.6)

● This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.

3

Select the TV input switch.

4

Play back a file. ( P.15)

Recording

■ To play back with date/time display
Set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the “CONNECTION SETTINGS” menu to “ON”.
Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to “DISPLAY DATE ONLY”.

■ When images look unnatural on the TV
Images do not appear on the TV ● Disconnect the cable and connect again.
● Restart this unit by turning off and on.
properly.
set to “ON”, set the x.v.Colour setting of the TV
to on.
● Adjust the TV's screen accordingly.

NOTE

Playback

● When the video was recorded with “x.v.Color”

The colour of images looks
strange.

● Please contact the TV manufacturer on questions or problems with setting

the TV to the correct mode.
● We recommend using the Category 2 HDMI cable (High Speed cable) for

Others

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viewing in higher picture quality.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Dubbing Files by Connecting to a DVD
Recorder or VCR
You can dub videos in standard quality by connecting to a DVD recorder or VCR.
Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.

1

Connect to a VCR/DVD recorder.

● Press the Power button (,) for more than 2 seconds to turn off this unit.

Video Input
Video Input

Yellow
To AV Terminal

White
Audio Input (L)

AV

AV Cable
(Provided)

Red
Audio Input (R)

AC Adapter
To AC Outlet
(110 V to 240 V)

VCR/DVD Recorder

AV

To DC Terminal
● This unit powers on automatically when the AC adapter is connected.

2

Select the playback mode.

● Turn on this unit.

Press
AV

3

Prepare to record.

Preparation on TV and VCR/DVD recorder
● Switch to a compatible external input.
● Insert compatible blank DVD or VHS to dub.

Preparation on this unit
● Set “VIDEO OUTPUT” in the connection settings

menu to the aspect ratio (“4:3” or “16:9”) of the connecting TV.
● To include the date during dubbing, set “DISPLAY ON TV” in the “CONNECTION

SETTINGS” menu to “ON”. Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the playback menu to
“DISPLAY DATE ONLY”.

4

Start recording.

● Start playback on this unit ( P.15) and press the record button on the recorder.
● After playback is complete, stop the recording.

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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Getting Started

Others

Using the Menu
You can configure various settings using
the menu.

1

3

Select the desired setting and
touch .

Display the menu.

VIDEO
OFF
AGC

Touch
.

QUIT

.

● The menu differs according to the

mode in use.

Select the desired menu and
touch .

■ To exit the screen
Touch  (quit).

■ To return to the previous
screen

VIDEO

Touch “)”.

REGISTER EVENT

■ To display the help file

VIDEO QUALITY
ZOOM
GAIN UP

Touch “*”.

TIME-LAPSE RECORDING
SET

?

Playback

2

?

SET

Recording

AUTO

QUIT

● For more information on the

.

settings, refer to the Detailed
User Guide.

Customer Support Information
JVC (for inquires regarding this unit)
When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service
Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html) about this software, please have the
following information ready.
• Product Name, Model, Serial Number, Problem, Error Message
• PC (Manufacturer, Model (Desktop/Laptop), CPU, OS, Memory (MB/GB), Available Hard Disk Space (GB))
Please note that it may take some time to respond to your questions, depending on their subject matter.
JVC cannot answer questions regarding basic operation of your PC, or questions regarding specifications
or performance of the OS, other applications or drivers.

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Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license.

Region
USA and Canada
Europe (UK, Germany, France,
and Spain)

Language
English

Phone #
+1-800-458-4029 (toll-free)

English/German/French/Spanish

+800-1532-4865 (toll-free)

Other Countries in Europe

English/German/French/Spanish

+44-1489-564-764

Asia (Philippines)
China

English
Chinese

+63-2-438-0090
10800-163-0014 (toll-free)

Others

Pixela (for inquires regarding the provided software)

Homepage: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/mediabrowser/e/
Please check our website for latest information and downloading.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Recordable Time/Number of Images
You can check the video recording time by pressing the , (Power/Information) button.
Approximate Video Recording Time
SD Card/SDHC Card

Quality

Built-in
Memory

4 GB

8 GB

16 GB

32 GB

UXP

40 m

20 m

40 m

1 h 20 m

2 h 40 m

XP

1h

30 m

1h

2h

4h

SP

1 h 25 m

44 m

1 h 28 m

2 h 56 m

5 h 52 m

EP

3 h 35 m

1 h 50 m

3 h 40 m

7 h 20 m

14 h 40 m

● Built-in memory applies to GZ-HM330 only.
● The approximate recording time is only a guide. The actual recording time may

shorten depending on the shooting environment.
Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)

4:3

16:9

Image size / Quality
1920 × 1080 / FINE
1920 × 1080 /
STANDARD
1440 × 1080 / FINE
1440 × 1080 /
STANDARD
640 × 480 / FINE
640 × 480 /
STANDARD

SD Card / SDHC Card
Built-in
Memory 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB
8260
260
510 1030 2100 4140 8330 9999 9999
9999

410

810

1620

3210

6310

9999

9999

9999

9999

340

680

1360

2770

5450

9999

9999

9999

9999

540

1070

2140

4360

8570

9999

9999

9999

9999

1690

3330

6670

9999

9999

9999

9999

9999

9999

3050

5990

9999

9999

9999

9999

9999

9999

● Up to 9999 still images may be recorded on the SD cards with at least 16 GB

capacity (regardless of image size and quality).
Approximate Recording Time (Using Battery)
Battery Pack

Approximate
Charging Time

Actual Recording
Time

Continuous
Recording Time

BN-VG114E

2 h 30 m

55 m (1 h*)

1 h 40 m (1 h 45 m*)

BN-VG121E

3 h 30 m

1 h 25 m (1 h 30 m*)

2 h 30 m (2 h 40 m*)

* For GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310 only.
● The above are values when “LIGHT” is set to “OFF” and “LCD BACKLIGHT” is set to
“STANDARD”.
● 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.)
● 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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For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

■ Reset this unit when it does not function properly or when “...
Error” appears on the screen.

Getting Started

Before requesting service, consult the following chart or the “Troubleshooting” section
in the Detailed User Guide.
If the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your nearest
JVC dealer or JVC service center for instructions. Refer also to the FAQ of new
products on JVC’s website.
Refer also to the Q&A information of new products on JVC’s website (http://
www.jvc.com).
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, reset this unit.

Recording

Troubleshooting

Power

POWER/CHARGE lamp
starts blinking when the
monitor is closed.
Recording/snapshot
cannot be performed.

Action

Page

● The battery pack is being charged.

● Check the  /  mode.
● Set to the recording mode with the +

button.

Recording

● Insert a commercially available SD

card.

● Recording stops automatically after 12

hours of non-stop recording.

● The media used for recording is out of

Recording stops by itself.

space. To ensure continuous
recording, set “SEAMLESS
RECORDING” to “ON” before you
start recording. The unit switches to
another media and records
continuously without frame loss.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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13
15

8
-

Others

Trouble

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Troubleshooting

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① Turn off the power. (Close the LCD monitor.)
② Remove the AC adapter and battery pack from this unit, reattach them,
and turn on the power again.

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No date/time display.

Sound or video is
interrupted.

● Set “ON-SCREEN DISPLAY” in the

playback menu accordingly.
● Sometimes playback is interrupted at

the connecting section between two
scenes. This is not a malfunction.
● Select “PLAYBACK OTHER FILE”

Playback

Cannot find a recorded
video.

then search the video on the index
screen. (Video files that have
damaged management information
can be played back.)
● Cancel group display and date search
functions.
● Change the setting in “REC MEDIA
FOR VIDEO” or “REC MEDIA FOR
IMAGE”. (Files on other media are not
displayed.)
● When recording the white balance was

The colour of images
looks strange.

not correctly adjusted.
● When the video was recorded with
“x.v.Color” set to “ON”, change the
setting as desired on TV.
● Set “EFFECT” to “OFF”.
● Check the remaining battery power.

The lamp does not flash
during battery pack
charging.

Other problems

The slider and operation
buttons do not work.

This unit heats up.
Some functions cannot
be used when playing a
backup BD/DVD through
a BD/DVD burner
connected to this unit.
(GZ-HM330 only)

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(When the battery pack is fully
charged, the lamp does not flash.)
● When charging in either a hot or cold
environment, ensure that battery is being
charged within the permitted temperature
range. (Otherwise, charging may stop to
protect the battery pack.)
● Remove any gloves.
● Touch the slider and buttons with your

fingers to operate. (They do not
function if you touch them with your
fingernails or pen tips.)
● This is not a malfunction. (This unit may

become warm when used for a long time.)
● The following functions cannot be

used for a backup BD/DVD.
When playing back video:
- Search index by date
- Playback effects
When playing back still image:
- Playback effects

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

-

-

-

-

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6

-

-

-

● Some TVs may operate differently

-

-

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Others

HDMI-CEC functions do
not work properly and the
TV does not work in
conjunction with this unit.

depending on the specifications even
if they are HDMI-CEC compliant.
Therefore, the HDMI-CEC function of
this unit cannot be guaranteed to
operate in combination with all TVs. In
such cases, set “HDMI CONTROL” to
“OFF”.

Getting Started

on the TV properly depending on the
TV connected. In such cases, perform
the following operations.
A Disconnect and reconnect the
HDMI cable.
B Turn off and on this unit again.

Recording

● The image or sound may not appear

When connecting to the
HDMI cable, the image or
sound does not appear
on the TV properly.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Warning Indications
Warning Indications

Action

Page

● Turn off and on this unit again.

-

UNSUPPORTED SCENE!
(Video)/
UNSUPPORTED FILE! (Still
image)

● Make use of a file recorded with this

-

BACK UP RECORDED
DATA ON PC OR DISC
PERIODICALLY

● Connect and copy your data to a PC.

-

● If a video recording is stopped with the

-

RECORDING FAILURE

Warning Indications

DATA RECORDED IS TOO
LITTLE UNABLE TO SAVE

unit. (Files recorded with other devices
may not be playable. If the file was
recorded with this unit, then it is
corrupted.)

actual recording time displayed at
“0:00:00:17” and below, the video
cannot be saved.
● Turn off and on this unit again.
● Remove the AC adapter and battery

MEMORY CARD ERROR!

pack, then remove and re-insert the
SD card.
● Remove any dirt from the SD card
terminals.
● Format the SD card by executing
“FORMAT SD CARD” in the media
settings menu. (All data is deleted.)
● Appears for 5 seconds after power is

CHECK LENS COVER

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turned on if the lens cap is attached or
when it is dark.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

-

-

Getting Started

Cautions
Battery Pack

Recording Medium

LCD Monitor

•

To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
DO NOT
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.
... place this unit with LCD monitor on the
bottom.
• To prolong service life
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

Others

To avoid hazards
... do not burn.
... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects when not in use. When
transporting, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... do not expose the battery to temperatures
exceeding 60°C, 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. Cooler temperatures require longer
charging time, or in some cases stop charging
at all.
Warmer temperatures 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
every 6 months when storing the battery pack
over a long period of time.
... remove from charger or powered unit when not
in use, as some machines use current even
when switched off.

Recording

•

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 this unit’s 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.

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•

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The supplied battery pack is a Terminals
lithium-ion battery. Before using
the supplied battery pack or an
optional battery pack, be sure
to read the following cautions:

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Main Unit

•

For safety, DO NOT
... open the unit’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... allow inflammables, 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
unit is not in use.
... place naked flame 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 unit.
• 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.
... near a television set.
... near appliances generating strong magnetic
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
antennas, etc.).
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
• DO NOT leave the unit
... in places of over 50°C.
... 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 floor.
• 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 unit is inside it.
... place the unit in dusty or sandy areas,
such as on a beach.
• To prevent the unit from dropping,
• Fasten the grip belt securely.
• When using the unit with a tripod, attach
the unit to the tripod securely.
If the unit drops, you may be injured and the
unit may be damaged.
When a child uses the unit, there must be
parental guidance.

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Dear Customer,

[European Union]

This apparatus is in conformance with the
valid European directives and standards
regarding electromagnetic compatibility and
electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company
of Japan, Limited is:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Germany

Information for Users on Disposal of Old
Equipment and Batteries

Battery
Products

Notice:
The sign Pb below the symbol
for batteries indicates that this
battery contains lead.

[European Union]
These symbols indicate that the electrical and
electronic equipment and the battery with this symbol
should not be disposed of as general household
waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the products should
be handed over to the applicable collection points for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment as
well as batteries for proper treatment, recovery and
recycling in accordance with your national legislation
and the Directive 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will
help to conserve natural resources and will help to
prevent potential negative effects on the environment
and human health which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of these products.
For more information about collection points and
recycling of these products, please contact your local
municipal office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
[Business users]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please
visit our web page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain
information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to dispose of these items, please do so
in accordance with applicable national legislation or
other rules in your country for the treatment of old
electrical and electronic equipment and batteries.

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

Dimensions (W x H x D)
Mass

Operating environment

Image pickup device
Recording area (Video)

Recording area (Still image)

Lens

Zoom (Video)
Zoom (Still image)
Video recording format
Still image recording format
Recording media

Connectors

Clock battery
HDMI
Component output
AV output
USB

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide
http://manual.jvc.co.jp/index.html/

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Getting Started
Recording

Power consumption

GZ-HM330
GZ-HM300/GZ-HM310
Using AC adapter: DC 5.2 V,
Using battery pack: DC 3.6 V
2.7 W (when “LIGHT” is set 2.6 W (when “LCD
to “OFF” and “LCD
BACKLIGHT” is set to
BACKLIGHT” is set to
“STANDARD”)
“STANDARD”)
52 mm x 62 mm x 110 mm (excluding grip belt)
Approx. 220 g (camera
Approx. 215 g (camera
only),
only),
Approx. 260 g (including
Approx. 255 g (including
supplied battery pack)
supplied battery pack)
Allowable operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Allowable storage temperature: -20°C to 50°C
Allowable operating humidity: 35 % to 80 %
1/4" 3,320,000 pixels
1/5.8" 1,370,000 pixels
(progressive CMOS)
(progressive CMOS)
(16:9) 1,160,000 to
(16:9) 750,000 to 1,090,000
1,380,000 pixels (optical
pixels (optical zoom)
zoom)
(4:3) 870,000 to 1,040,000 (4:3) 560,000 to 820,000
pixels
pixels
(16:9) 1,160,000 to
(16:9) 750,000 to 1,090,000
1,380,000 pixels
pixels
F1.8 - 4.7, f= 3.0 mm to
F1.8 - 3.5, f= 3.0 mm to
90.0mm
60.0mm
(35 mm conversion:
(35 mm conversion:
43.7mm to 1311 mm)
46.4mm to 928 mm)
Optical zoom: Up to 30x
Optical zoom: Up to 20x
Digital zoom: Up to 200x
Digital zoom: Up to 200x
Optical zoom: Up to 30x
Optical zoom: Up to 20x
AVCHD standard, Video: AVC/H.264, Audio: Dolby Digital
(2ch)
JPEG standard
Built-in Memory (8 GB), SD/ SD/SDHC card
SDHC card (commercially
(commercially available)
available)
Rechargeable battery
HDMI¥ Mini Connector (V.1.3 with x.v.Colour¥)
Y, Pb, Pr component output
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 : Pb/Pr: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 :
Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 :
Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 k:
Mini USB type AB, USB 2.0 Mini USB type B, USB 2.0
compliant
compliant

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Specifications

AC Adapter (AP-V30M)*
Power supply

AC 110 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output

DC 5.2 V, 1.8 A

Allowable operating
temperature

0°C to 40°C
(10°C to 35°C during charging)

Dimensions (W x H x D)

50 mm x 29 mm x 100 mm
(excluding cord and AC plug)

Mass

Approx. 112 g

* When using the AC adapter overseas, please prepare a commercially available
converter plug for the country or region of visit.
● The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further
improvement without prior notice.

Index
A

AC Adapter ...................................... 6
AV Connection ......................... 16, 18

B

Battery Pack .............................. 6, 25

C

Clock Adjust ................................... 12
Copy (Back Up) ............................. 18

D

Date/Time Setting .......................... 11
Deleting Files ................................. 15

F

Format SD Card ............................ 10

L

Language Setting .......................... 12
LCD Monitor .................................. 25

M Menu Settings ................................ 19
N

Number of Images ......................... 20

R

Recordable Time ........................... 20
Recording Media for Image ........... 10

S

SD Card ..................................... 8, 20

V

Viewing Files on TV ....................... 16

Z

Zoom ............................................. 13

For more information, refer to the Detailed User Guide

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Victor Company of Japan, Limited

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