JVC GY-HD100, GY-HD101, GY-HD101 /

Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-HD100U, GY-HD100E

and GY-HD101E HD CAMERA RECORDER.

These instructions are for the GY-HD100U, GY-HD100E and

GY-HD101E. The text mainly deals with the GY-HD100U and

GY-HD101E.

Explanations concerning unique GY-HD100U and GY-

HD101E functions are set off by the (GY-HD100U/GY-

HD101E only) notice.

Information applicable only to the GY-HD100U is marked by

“(U model only)”.

Information applicable only to the GY-HD100E and the GY-

HD101E is marked by “(E model only)”.

(HDV/DV signal input is possible with the GY-HD100U/GY-

HD101E.)

ACCESSORIES

This unit is a HDV/DV video system format camera recorder.

Videocassettes marked with the A symbol can be used.

The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded

on other units (including another GY-HD100) are recorded

or played back on this camcorder.

•The transient section between scenes recorded on other

units and those recorded on this unit may appear dis-

turbed.

•Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking

errors.

•This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.

Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible. (In

DV format)

•Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we recom-

mend not to record pictures within the first 2 to 3 minutes

from the beginning of the tape.

•Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a

test recording and confirm that both video and audio are

recorded correctly.

•Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.

Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.

•JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the

impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or

audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the video-

cassette.

Lens Microphone

Battery pack AC Adapter

DC Cable Power Cord

For GY-HD100U

Power Cord

For GY-HD100E/GY-HD101E

Core Filters

For DC Cable (Gray)/View-

finder Cable (Black)

Clamp Filters

For Audio/IEEE1394 Cable

Audio Cable SD memory card

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.