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  • Page 1 GC-XA1 ®...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"...

  • Page 3: Read Before Use

    Cautions — Read Before Use — Notes on this equipment The camera shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like. The battery is not charged when purchased. Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Do not or subject it to excessive shock or vibration.
  • Page 4 Supplied accessories are not waterproof. Radio signals are unable to penetrate through reinforced steel, metal, or concrete. — Maintenance After Use — Do not connect to wireless networks that you After use in water or or a dusty environment, do not have authorization for. rinse the camera as soon as possible with still fresh water in basin.
  • Page 5 Tour of Your Camera [Record]/[SET] Button [Tele]/[Next] Button Power Button Speaker Microphone [Wide]/[Previous] Button Power/Charge Light LCD Monitor Lens [MENU]/[Delete] Button [Playback]/[Exit] Button Battery Slot (inside) HDMI Mini Connector (inside) Port/Slot Cover Latch SD Slot (inside) Mini USB 2.0 Port (Inside) Tripod Mounting Socket Tripod Mounting...
  • Page 6 Accessories part Battery USB cable Goggle mount Screen Protect Film Lens cover Screw and screwdriver Flexible mount Spare mount Notice: 1. Remove any dirt or moisture before attaching accessories.
  • Page 7 Attaching goggle mount 1. Lift the tabs on the rubber side and insert the belt. . Secure with four screws. Replacing flexible mount urn the nob in the direction indicated. Remove the mount when it is completely loose. Removing lens cover Press in on the protrusions to remove the lens cover from the camera.

  • Page 8: Load The Battery

    Adapter charging mode PC USB 3. To remove the SD card, press inward to release it and gently pull it out. (Please use JVC charging mode authenticated adapter AC-V10LU) ow to set the cloc Using one with an output higher 1.
  • Page 9 Record & Play To power on To access menu ‡ Hold it for 2 second. ‡ Press to open the option menu. ‡ After idling for 5 minutes, ‡ Use to change the camera will turn off between the options. (e.g. automatically.
  • Page 10 WiFi to PC WiVideo is the software to connect the camera with PC. PC: Install WiVideo ‡ camera install [WiVideo] PC by plugging USB cable. If there is no Auto-Installation, please &RPSXWHU@ >:L9LGHR@ IRU LQVWDOODWLRQ PC: Unplug the USB cable Camera: Enable WiFi to PC ‡...

  • Page 11: Wifi Setup

    WiVideo Function Active Mode Function 0DQDJH YLGHR DQG SKRWR ¿OHV ‡ 7UDQVIHU ¿OHV IURP FDPHUD WR 3& ‡ 'HOHWH ¿OHV LQ \RXU FDPHUD WiFi/USB Watch live video ‡ Watch live streaming from your camera on your PC. ‡ Use this camera as a remote home monitor. WiFi Wireless webcam for Skype/MSN ‡...
  • Page 12 WiFi Modes to Mobile System Mode Page Connect via AP Android Connect via Mobile Hotspot Connect via AP Connect via Mobile Hotspot iPhone/iPad Connect Directly to Camera Note: Before proceed any connection bwteen Mobile and Camera, SOHDVH FRQQHFW WR 3& YLD 86% FDEOH DQG VHW XS :L)L SUR¿OH ZLWK WiVideo (Enter SSID and Password).
  • Page 13 WiFi to Mobile (Android: AP Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo ‡ WiVideo is a software to connect wireless between camera and mobile/tablet. ‡ 'RZQORDG :L9LGHR $33 IURP *RRJOH 3OD\ onto mobile/tablet. Mobile: Connect to Access Point ‡ *R WR >6HWWLQJV@ >:LUHOHVV QHWZRUN@ [Wi-Fi settings] [Wi-Fi]...
  • Page 14 WiFi to Mobile (Android: Mobile Hotspot Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo ‡ WiVideo is a software to connect wireless between camera and mobile/tablet. ‡ 'RZQORDG :L9LGHR $33 IURP *RRJOH 3OD\ onto mobile/tablet. Mobile: Enable Mobile Hotspot/AP ‡ *R WR >6HWWLQJV@ >:LUHOHVV QHWZRUN@ Enable mobile hotspot/AP Note: operation may vary, please refer to each...
  • Page 15 WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: AP Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo ‡ WiVideo is a software to connect wireless between camera and mobile/tablet. ‡ Download WiVideo APP from App Store onto iPhone/ iPad. Mobile: Connect to Access Point ‡ *R WR >6HWWLQJV@ >:L)L Enable WiFi and connect to AP [MENU] Button...
  • Page 16 WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: Mobile Hotspot Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo ‡ WiVideo is a software to connect wireless between camera and mobile/tablet. ‡ Download WiVideo APP from App Store onto iPhone/iPad. Mobile: Enable Personal Hotspot ‡ *R WR >6HWWLQJV@ >:L)L Enable [Personal Hotspot] [MENU] Button [SET] Button...
  • Page 17 WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: Direct Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo ‡ WiVideo is a software to connect wireless between camera and mobile/tablet. ‡ Download WiVideo APP from App Store onto your iPhone/ iPad. [MENU] Camera: Enable Direct Mode [SET] Button ‡ 3UHVV >0(18@ VHOHFW >...

  • Page 18: Trouble Shooting

    Battery pack is weak or depleted. Recharge the battery pack. power turns off suddenly. Camera cannot be turned on Please make sure that you use the JVC original power adapter and after plugging power adapter. connect it to the power outlet correctly.
  • Page 19 ACTION CAMERA GC-XA1 Detailed User Guide...

  • Page 20: Read This Before Using The Camera

    Read This Before Using the Camera Safety Instructions ° Product Information Using at low temperatures...
  • Page 21 IMPORTANT: Water, dust, and shock resistance Water resistance Dust resistance Shock resistance Note...
  • Page 22 IMPORTANT: Water, dust, and shock resistance After Using...

  • Page 23: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read This Before Using the Camera ........... 2 Section 1 Getting to Know Your Camera ........... 6 Section 2 Getting Started ..............9 Section 3 Enjoying the Record Mode ..........12 Section 4 Enjoying the Playback Mode ........... 18 Section 5 Setting Your Camera ............

  • Page 24: Getting To Know Your Camera

    Section 1 Getting to Know Your Camera Overview Note WiVideo ® Standard Accessories...

  • Page 25: Front View

    Front View [Record]/[SET]/[Play]/[Pause]Button [Tele]/[Next] Button Power Button Speaker [Wide]/[Previous]Button Microphone Power/Charge Light LCD Monitor Lens Bottom View Tripod Socket Strap Hook Protect from dropping with a strap or similar measures...
  • Page 26 Side/Rear View [MENU]/[Delete] Button [Playback]/[Exit] Button Battery Slot (inside) HDMI Mini Connector (inside) Port/Slot Cover Latch SD Slot (inside) Mini USB 2.0 Port (Inside) Tripod Mounting Socket...

  • Page 27: Getting Started

    Section 2 Getting Started Loading the Battery Note...
  • Page 28 Charge your battery Note Inserting and Removing a SD Card (Optional)
  • Page 29 Turning the Video Camera On Operation Display Screen Getting Started Turning the Camera Off...

  • Page 30: Enjoying The Record Mode

    Section 3 Enjoying the Record Mode Button Function To power on or off: To record: To zoom in or out: To access menu To review videos/photos...

  • Page 31: Video Recording

    Video Recording Video Quality Full HD (1080p 30fps) HD (960p 30fps) HD (720p 60fps) HD (720p 30 fps) WVGA (848x480) Photo Capturing Using Zoom Function...
  • Page 32 Options for Record Menu Video Photo Setting...
  • Page 33 Video Resolution Full HD (1080p 30) : HD (960p 30): HD (720p 60): HD (720p 30): WVGA (848X480): Operation Display Screen White Balance Auto: Daylight: Fluorescent: Tungsten: Blue (marine): Green (marine): Operation Display Screen...
  • Page 34 DIS(Digital Image Stabilization) Operation Display Screen Time Lapse Off: 1 Second.: 5 Seconds: Operation Display Screen...
  • Page 35 Self-Timer Operation Display Screen Endless REC Operation Display Screen Note Picture Inversion Operation Display Screen...

  • Page 36: Enjoying The Playback Mode

    Section 4 Enjoying the Playback Mode Button Function To power on or off: To turn next or previous: To exit the playback mode...

  • Page 37: Video Playback

    Video Playback Operation Display Screen Note Delete Videos Operation Display Screen Note...

  • Page 38: Photo Playback

    Photo Playback Operation Display Screen Delete Photo Operation Display Screen Note...

  • Page 39: Setting Your Camera

    Section 5 Setting Your Camera Setting Menu Operation Display Screen VIDEO/PHOTO Operation Display Screen...
  • Page 40 Wi-Fi Menu Operation Display Screen Volume Operation Display Screen TV System NTSC Operation Display Screen...
  • Page 41 Language Operation Display Screen Time Setting Operation Display Screen Format Operation Display Screen Note...
  • Page 42 Default Setting Operation Display Screen Note Setting Default Factory Setting Resolution White Balance Time Lapse Self-Timer Password of WiFi ID TV System Language Volume Wi-Fi Endless REC Picture Inversion...

  • Page 43: Wifi To Pc-Wivideo Program

    Section 6 WiFi to PC-WiVideo Program Advanced Operation on Your Computer - WiVideo Install [ WiVideo ] on your computer Windows XP Windows 7 (Install automatically) (AutoPlay window)
  • Page 44 Note ® Using WiVideo via WiFi Connection Operation Screen...
  • Page 45 Function Description TRANSFER LIVE VIDEO VIDEO CHAT Note ®...
  • Page 46 Using WiVideo via USB Connection Function Description TRANSFER Upload SETUP Account Setup WiFi Setup Note...

  • Page 47: Wifi To Mobile-Wivideo Program

    Section 7 WiFi to Mobile-WiVideo Program Advanced Operation on Your Mobile - WiVideo Install [ WiVideo ] on Your Mobile Share Hotspot to Camera [ from Mobile ]...
  • Page 48 WiFi Modes to Mobile Note...
  • Page 49 WiFi to Mobile (Android: AP Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo Mobile: Connect to Access Point [MENU] Button [SET] Button Camera: Connect to Same AP Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP...
  • Page 50 WiFi to Mobile (Android: Mobile Hotspot Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo Mobile: Enable Mobile Hotspot/AP Note [MENU] Button Camera: Connect to Hotspot/AP [SET] Button Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP...
  • Page 51 WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: AP Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo Mobile: Connect to Access Point [MENU] Button [SET] Button Camera: Connect to Same AP Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP...
  • Page 52 WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: Mobile Hotspot Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo Mobile: Enable Personal Hotspot Note [MENU] Button [ SET ] Button Camera: Connect to Hotspot Mobile: Launch WiVideo APP...
  • Page 53 WiFi to Mobile (iPhone/iPad: Direct Mode) Mobile: Install WiVideo Camera: Enable Direct Mode [MENU] Button [SET] Button Mobile: Connect to Camera Note Mobile: Remote Control Camera...
  • Page 54 Using WiVideo via WiFi Connection Operation Screen...

  • Page 55: Wifi To Cloud-Ustream

    Section 8 WiFi to Cloud-Ustream Sign up and Store Ustream Account to Camera Operation Screen Note Note...
  • Page 56 Prepare to broadcast on Ustream Broadcast live streaming on Ustream Note...
  • Page 57 Note...

  • Page 58: Viewing Photos And Videos On Tv

    Section 9 Viewing Photos and Videos on TV Note...

  • Page 59: Section 10 Viewing Video & Photo On Pc

    Section 10 Viewing Video & Photo on PC Transferring Photos or Videos to a Computer...
  • Page 60 Section 11...
  • Page 61 Approximate Video Recording Time SDHC/SDXC Card Quality 16GB 32GB 48GB 64GB Full HD (1080p30) 1h10m 2h20m 4h50m 7h10m 9h30m 2h00m 4h00m 8h00m 16h00m HD (960p30) HD (720p60) 1h20m 2h40m 5h20m 8h10m 10h50m 1h20m 2h40m 5h20m 10h30m 15h50m 21h00m HD (720p30) WVGA (848x480) 3h00m 5h50m 11h50m 23h40m 35h30m 47h20m Approximate Number of Still images (Unit : Number of Shots)

  • Page 62: Section 12 Troubleshooting

    Section 12 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem/Situation Remediation/Solution Cannot turn on the camera. The power turns off suddenly. Camera cannot be turned on after plugging power adapter. WiFi icon does not appear after pressing WiFi button. not display smoothly when the LCD shows the “!” marking. Cannot take video/photo.
  • Page 63 The LCD shows [Connecting Failed] after pressing WiFi Button. The WiVideo program cannot be installed. Wi-Fi connections break off. Connecting a USB cable stops photography. Photography is not possible with a USB cable connected. There is no HDMI output. The thermometer icon appears.

  • Page 64: Section 13 Wi-Fi Warning

    Section 13 Wi-Fi Warning FCC: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement IC Radiation Exposure Statement...

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