JVC GY- HD101, GY-HD100 manual Main Features

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MAIN FEATURES

•This camcorder records in HDV format or DV format.

DV format can record and play back SD (Standard Defini- tion) video on Mini DV videocassettes.

HDV format can record and play back HD (High Definition) or SD (Standard Definition) video on Mini DV videocas- settes.

There are two types of recording formats within HDV for- mat.

HDV 720p (720 effective scan lines, progressive scan) HDV 1080i (1080 effective scan lines, interlaced scan) This camcorder supports HDV 720p format. (HDV 720p, 480p, 576p)

HDV and are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited.

•24p mode shooting function

In HDV format, it records in 24p mode.

It uses a 2:3:2:3 pulldown when recording to tape and con- verts the images to 60 frames. Component output is con- verted to 60 frames during playback as well.

24p DV format video uses a 2:3:2:3 pulldown (24p Mode). A 2:3:3:2 pulldown (24p Advanced Mode) is also sup- ported.

It can shoot with the same number of frames as movie film.

•Tapes recorded in the DVCAM format can only be played back (simple playback).

Recording in the DVCAM format is not possible. DVCAM is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

•Supports 60 Hz/50 Hz HD or HDTV signals Supports both 60 Hz/50 Hz HD or HDTV signals. You can select this in a menu screen.

•Cross-convert video output

During playback, you can output converted video from the video output connectors. You can select this in a menu screen.

•Focus assist function

Enables easy and accurate focusing during shooting.

•Motion smoothing function

During progressive shooting (HDV 30p, 25p, 24p), you can record smoother video than with normal progressive video.

•User buttons added

Enables you to switch camera settings instantly to suit the shooting conditions.

•Time code reader/generator

The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record the time code and user’s bits.

•Built-in large 3.5" color LCD display

In addition to displaying the camera image and the play- back image, the LCD monitor shows the status screens, menu screens for settings, and alarm indications.

•Built-in monitor speaker for audio checking

The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode. The playback sound can be monitored in the playback mode. The speaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal condition occurs in the unit.

•Recording check function for convenient recording review function

•Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high- quality picture

1/3" 3-CCD with 1,110,000 effective pixels employed. Digi- tal signal processing for reproduction of HDV/DV high- quality picture.

•Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit

Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris position even in back light conditions or when a bright sub- ject moves in a frame.

•Safety Zone indication in viewfinder

•Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder

•Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function

Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter opera- tions, the FAS function automatically provides a wide range of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright and dark locations.

•ND filters for 1/4ND, 1/16ND provided

•IEEE1394 connector

IEEE1394 connector (6-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with IEEE1394 connector, such as a non-linear editing system. (Power cannot be supplied.)

•1/3" bayonet type lens

•Camera output, VTR playback output (composite/compo- nent) possible

•Built-in color bars (ARIB (multi-format color bars), SMPTE/ EBU type)

•Shutter speeds and menus can be selected using a dial, making it very easy to use.

•Variable scan shutter

There is no flicker when shooting computer screens and other non-NTSC/PAL format screens.

•Slow shutter

Makes it possible to brightly shoot video of dark subjects with little motion by accumulating the images.

•Backup recording function

Continuous extended recording is possible by connecting to HDV/DV devices.

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Contents For Customer Use GY-HD101Page Important Safety Instructions Remarque For USA and CanadaPort Cable Length LensMicrophone AccessoriesMain Features Contents Contents Introduction Precautions for Proper UseRoutine and Periodical Mainte- nance Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning TapeHead Cleaning Periodical MaintenanceVideocassette to be Used Battery Pack to be Used„ For recording and storing videotapes Best condition Condensation Characteristic CCD PhenomenaZoom Lens Optional CONTROLS, Indicators and ConnectorsTh16 x 5.5BRMU Front Section Rear Section LCD Door 2CH-1/CH-2 Audio Select CH-1/CH-2 audio selector switch3TC Display TC/UB display switch 5CAM/VTR Camera/VTR mode switch buttonRight Side Section HHDV/DV LED BGAIN Sensitivity selector switchCWHT.BAL White balance switch DStandLeft Side Section Top Section KPLAY/STILL Play/still button GVTR VTR indicatorTop Section Cont’d FDISPLAY Display button„ Status Screens Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the ViewfinderSetting Status Contents of Indications „ Status Screens in the Camera ModeIndications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder Cont’d Contents See ND1 Filter ND1 1/4ND Indication Indication Contents „ Status Screen in VTR Mode „ Safety Zone Indication Camera mode only „ Auto White Balance Indication Camera mode only„ Menu Setting Screen „ Alarm Message DisplayLCD Closed Normal LCD Basic System PreparationsKnob How to Attach the ViewfinderAttaching the Zoom Lens Provided Attaching the Microphone Provided„ Taking out the SD memory card Inserting an SD Memory CardAbout the Viewfinder Cable „ Inserting an SD Memory Card„ How to charge „ Charging the Built-in BatteryAC Operation „ Detaching the Battery Pack from the GY HD100 Battery Operation„ Charging the Battery Pack „ Attaching the Battery Pack on the GY HD100„ Precautions for the Battery Pack „ Remaining Battery Power Display„ Battery Recharge Times „ Operating Time with Battery PackPreparations for Operation Turning the Power on„ Turning the Power on „ Turning the Power OFFMode Loading/Unloading the Cassette„ Cassette Loading „ Unloading the Cassette„ Setting the Date and Time Style Setting and Displaying the Date and Time„ Displaying the Time and Date on the Screen „ Setting the Date and TimeDisplaying Time Code „ SettingNON Presetting and Recording of Time CodeDrop frame/Non-drop frame mode Drop„ Zero-resetting the Time Code or User’s Bit Data Presetting and Recording of Time Code Cont’d„ Presetting time cord data „ Presetting user’s bit dataViewfinder Adjustment Screen AdjustmentBack Focus Adjustment „ Error messages White Balance Adjustment„ White Balance Adjustment „ Adjustment procedure„ About the Motion Smooth Function Setting the Video Format„ Setting the Frame Rate Item „ Setting the REC ItemScreen Size 43/169 Mode Selection Camera SettingsND Filter „ Selecting the CH-2 channel input con Nector Audio Input Signal Selection„ Selecting the audio signal input „ Adjusting Audio during RecordingLOW/MIDDLE/HIGH „ Monitoring Audio during RecordingBasic Recording Operation Shooting Operation„ About the Focus Assist Function Shooting Operation „ If the Record-Standby Mode ContinuesHeader REC Function Function/Initial Setting„ How to set the Header REC menu screen Search Playback ModePlayback Procedure Fast-Forward, RewindMonitor PB Audio CH DV Outputting AudioMIX Stereo„ Displaying Alarms Using External ComponentsConnecting the Video Signal Cables „ Connecting the IEEE1394 CableDubbing with AV Devices HDV/DV Dubbing OFF „ Operation Backup Recording„ Settings „ ConnectionsMenu Screens Menu Screen ConfigurationSetting Menu Screens TOP Menu Screen Setting Description Function/Setting bold characters indicate initial settingsVideo Format Menu Screen Auto Connector G Unconnected Connected Output SignalInitial settings U model 7.5% E model 0.0% Native3200K Camera Operation Menu ScreenOFF Normal Camera Process 1/2 Menu ScreenMiddle High108% Camera Process 2/2 Menu ScreenStandard Advanced Process Menu ScreenSkin Color Adjust Menu Screen Color Matrix Adjust Menu ScreenStop None Switch Mode Menu ScreenREC Item Setting for Step Setting for Variable StepMIX AUDIO/MIC Menu Screen70-80% LCD/VF 1/3 Menu ScreenBlue Tape Remain LCD/VF 2/3 Menu ScreenTC/UB LCD Contrast LCD/VF 3/3 Menu ScreenVF Contrast Execute TC/UB/CLOCK Menu ScreenDrop Header REC Menu Screen DisableVariation Range U model MM/DD/YY E model DD/MM/YY TIME/DATE Menu ScreenBARS+CAM DATE+TIME3MIN Others 1/2 Menu ScreenBlink Others 2/2 Menu Screen File Manage Menu Screen „ Loading a menu settings file„ Displaying the File Manage menu Screen „ Error displays „ Saving settingsFile Manage Menu Screen Cont’d „ Initializing formatting an SD memory Card „ Resetting the menu settings to the fac Tory settingsHow to Use Skin Detail Features of the Camera Section„ Setting the skin detail function color and range „ Using the Skin Detail Function Features of the Camera SectionOutputting color bars Display Status Action OthersError Code Error Details GY-HD100 Operation Remedy Viewfinder Screen Blinking Pattern Remaining Battery/TapeSymptoms Remedy TroubleshootingBusiness users Other Countries outside the European Union How to Display the Hour MeterInformation for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment European UnionSpecifications Accessories
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