JVC GY-HD250U | JVC NAB-2007 manual

JVC Professional

APRIL 2007

NAB-2007

The ProHD Report

With the new economic realities in local news, where perhaps total audience has been declining and ad dollars are being shared with other forms of commercial delivery to the home, your station must explore all seemingly viable HD news technology options, where the immediate and long term goals are optimum ROI and profitability. And don’t forget flexibility: If your station spends $5 million on HD news transition in 2007, you probably have to live with that decision for many years before additional capital becomes available. However, as an example, if you spend “just” $2 million, you may “buy” flexibility to adjust and re-direct as you experience the new realities of the local news economics as your local market dynamics change over the next several years.

The promise of JVC’s ProHD is to allow any TV station to transition to HD ENG particularly (but also in other areas of HD news) quickly and highly cost effectively, while providing the professional performance and features expected by TV broadcasters. Here is a small example of the differences just in the HD camcorder pricing, between the leading manufacturers (lenses not included, approx. list price as of March 2007), with features supporting HD ENG including pool feed, HD-SDI and (relatively) low compressed HD bitrate (excluding HD camcorders with legacy HD CODECs):

			Compressed HD bit-rate
JVC GY-HD250U	$	9,995	20Mbps
Grass Valley Infinity DMC	$	23,000	50 or 75Mbps
Sony PDW-F350	$	25,800	18 or 25 or 35Mbps
Panasonic AJ-HPX2000	$	27,000	50 or 100Mbps

Later in the Report, we will analyze in-depth the related cost issues, which will show a remarkable cost advantage for the ProHD ENG system, and show how ProHD can in fact outperform the competing systems overall, in microwave, ENG Van, ingest, editing and archival issues.

Once you decide to go HD news, then equipment selection is governed by the products available (and working in a system) at that time. With the ever advancing state of the consumer electronics technologies and the availability of consumer HD camcorders for less than $2,000, and semi-pro HD camcorders for less than $3,000, it is even more essential that your local news presentation to your home audience be HD, and very soon. But it is difficult to justify spending $40,000 or more each for professional HD ENG camcorders with lenses for the news department these days. This Report may clarify this and other choices for your management team, and, perhaps, be great news for your CFO.

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NAB-2007 specifications

The JVC NAB-2007 is a notable entry in the world of professional broadcasting and production equipment, showcased by JVC at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show in 2007. This camcorder was designed to meet the demanding needs of videographers and broadcasters, emphasizing high-definition video quality and advanced technology.

One of the standout features of the JVC NAB-2007 is its ability to capture high-definition video in various formats. It supports both 720p and 1080i resolutions, allowing users to choose the format that best fits their production needs. This flexibility has made it a popular choice among filmmakers, event videographers, and news organizations looking for quality in their content creation.

The camcorder utilizes JVC’s advanced HD CMOS technology, which enhances image quality by providing better low-light performance and reducing noise. This is coupled with a powerful optical zoom lens that enables users to capture detailed shots from a distance, making it ideal for dynamic shoots where proximity to the subject may be limited.

Another key feature of the JVC NAB-2007 is its ergonomic design, which is crafted for ease of use during extended shooting sessions. The camera is lightweight yet robust, providing operators with comfort and stability. Additionally, the user interface is intuitive, allowing for quick adjustments to settings without disrupting the workflow.

Built-in stabilization features further enhance the usability of the JVC NAB-2007, ensuring that footage remains smooth even during handheld operation. This is particularly advantageous for documentary shoots or on-the-go filming where traditional stabilization rigs may be impractical.

Connectivity options are expansive on the JVC NAB-2007, including HDMI and component outputs, enabling seamless integration with various editing systems and broadcast environments. The camcorder also includes features for live broadcasting, making it versatile for both recorded and real-time production scenarios.

In summary, the JVC NAB-2007 encapsulates a blend of impressive features, cutting-edge technology, and user-centric design, making it a suitable choice for professionals in the broadcasting and film industries seeking reliable and high-quality performance in their equipment.