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HDV and DV compatibility
The HDV format uses the same recording track pitch (10 µm)
as Professional DV, meaning that ProHD also offers track pitch
compatibility with the DV format and the same recording time.
This remarkable HD recording capability was achieved by
developing a new high-power MPEG codec system capable of
maintaining high-definition picture quality, whilst compressing
the data to 19.7 Mbps bit rate. With its superior resolution and
advanced processing, ProHD delivers top performance in both
its native 16:9 HD mode and in the SD mode. The facility to
make recordings in either HD or SD makes ProHD the ideal
choice for professionals not quite ready to make the full
transition to HD.
Progressive HDV-compatible support
To maximise picture quality and performance from input to
output, JVC employs the HDV 720 progressive system.
Progressive HDV’s resolution of 1280 x 720 is the same as
the native resolution of most HD display devices in use
today (LCD, plasma, DLP, D-ILA). HDV
720p is thus natively compatible in
terms of both resolution and
scanning system with the vast
majority of today’s HD displays.
3.Real 24p
24p Progressive Full HD images are ideal for cinematographic
applications. From shooting to editing and distribution, an HD
system can be established for film-like productions. Unlike 24p
images in standard definition, when real 24p HD video is
down-converted to SD, the result is truly film-like DVDs. The
camcorder itself, with its video lens removed and replaced by a
film lens converter system, such as the Mini 35 from P & S
Technik, effectively becomes a digital film camera.
4.JVC’s dual recording system
The optional JVC Hard Disk Recorder DR-HD100 creates a
dual recording system of tape and hard disk. This system is
already utilised by Professional DV users the world over. The
many advantages inherent in JVC’s dual recording system of
tape & hard disk drive are well appreciated. It was only natural
that JVC’s range of ProHD models would include a
Hard Disk Drive recorder and one that can operate
equally in DV and HDV modes. The dual recording
system provides fast and efficient HDD-based
editing and cost-effective archiving, using low-cost
tapes. Thanks to the newly developed MPEG-2
encoding IC, high-quality pictures can be
recorded on readily available compact DV
cassettes, so running costs are minimal. As no
special equipment or exclusive media are
required, the operating costs of the total system
can be kept low. The DR-HD100 is mounted
at the rear of the camcorder, utilising an
optional bracket which is provided by the leading
battery systems manufacturers.
What’s new on GY-HD110 and GY-HD111 (compared with GY-HD100)Black & white viewfinder display mode
Simultaneous use of both eyepiece viewfinder and
tri-mode LCD display when powered by Anton
Bauer, IDX or PAG battery system
Selectable mirror mode on vertically flipped LCD
display
Adjustable setting of FOCUS ASSIST function
Choice of 3 image formats on composite out
(letterbox, squeeze, side cut)
User-adjustable DNR level menu setting
13 segments audio level indicator
Manual audio control within FAS (Full auto shooting) mode
Audio limiter available in manual mode
Parallel off power management of DR-HD100 recorder (GY-HD111 only)
The GY-HD110, fitted with Mini 35 film adapter from P & S Technik, becomes a digital film camera.