JVC GY-HD200E/CHE, GY-HD200U/CHU, GY-HD201E/CHE /

Thank you for purchasing the JVC HD CAMERA RECORDER.

These instructions are for the GY-HD200U/CHU, GY-

HD200E/CHE and GY-HD201E/CHE.

•A lens is included with the GY-HD200U, GY-HD200E and

GY-HD201E.

•A lens is not included with the GY-HD200CHU, GY-

HD200CHE and GY-HD201CHE.

•IEEE1394 input is possible with the GY-HD200U/CHU and

GY-HD201E/CHE.

Explanations concerning unique GY-HD200U/CHU and GY-

HD201E/CHE functions are set off by the (GY-HD200U/GY-

HD201E only) notice.

Information applicable only to the GY-HD200U/CHU is

marked by “(U model only)”.

Information applicable only to theGY-HD200E/CHE, GY-

HD201E/CHE is marked by “(E model only)”.

*All product names in this manual are trademarks or regis-

tered trademarks of their respective companies.

Marks such as ™, ® and © are not used in this manual.

ACCESSORIES

Model (Accessories)

Lens Availability

IEEE1394

Input

Applicable

Model

GY-HD200U

GY-HD200CHU

Yes

U model

GY-HD200E

GY-HD200CHE

Yes

E model

GY-HD201E

GY-HD201CHE

Yes

This device 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-HD200U/GY-HD200E/

GY-HD201E) are recorded or played back on this device.

•The transient section between scenes recorded on other

units and those recorded on this device may appear dis-

turbed.

•Digital noise may appear during playback due to track-

ing errors.

•This device 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 min-

utes 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 hold-

ers.

•JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the

impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or

audio due to malfunction of this device or the videocas-

sette.

(Excluding the CHU/CHE

model)

Lens

XSeepages 10 and 33

Microphone

XSeepage 33

Core Filter

For Viewfinder Cable

XSeepage 34

Clamp Filters ×4

For DC (×2)/Earphone/

IEEE1394 Cable

XSeepages 12, 36 and 63

SD memory card

XSeepage 34

MAIN FEATURES

This device records in HDV format or DV format. DV for-

mat can record and play back SD (Standard Definition)

video on Mini DV videocassettes.

HDV format can record and play back HD (High Definition)

video on Mini DV videocassettes.

There are two types of recording formats within HDV format.

HDV 720p (720 effective scan lines, progressive scan)

HDV 1080i (1080 effective scan lines, interlaced scan)

This device supports HDV 720p format. (HDV 720p)

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 supported.

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.

•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

You can out put converted video from the video output con-

nectors. You can select this in a menu screen.

•Focus assist function

Enables easy and accurate focusing during shooting.

•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 this device.

•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. Dig-

ital 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

Eliminates the need for troublesome switch or filter opera-

tions by automatically providing a wide range of compati-

bility with shooting conditions that change 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

•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.