JVC GY-HM600 manual High-Performance Features

3.5 inch

A Powerhouse of Performance and Flexibility

High-Performance Features

Superb Portability and

Compact Design

With a stylish body that fits boldly within the distinctive range of ProHD camcorders, the compact dimensions and superb portability of the GY-HM600 allow it to be used anywhere. Lightweight (2.4kg/5.3lbs operating

condition), versatile and extremely easy to use,

it is the perfect camcorder for next generation acquisition.

Shooter-Friendly Controls and Layouts

Ergonomics has played a major role in the design of the GY-HM600. The camcorder’s handgrip makes it very comfortable to hold, even on long shoots. And despite its extremely compact dimensions,

all the camcorder’s main functions are accessible directly from controls and switches on the camera body, right where you would expect them to be.

1.22 Megapixel LCOS Viewfinder

The GY-HM600 features a stunning new high-resolution (852 x 480 x 3) LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) 0.45" viewfinder. The 16:9 image is crisper and more detailed than conventional LCD viewfinders, with higher vertical resolution and superior RGB color separation.

Focus Assist Function

Helping the camera operator stay focused on the action is a focus assist system that highlights the edges of objects in the image. When Focus Assist is switched on, the image in the viewfinder or LCD monitor switches to monochrome and all objects that are in focus appear with colored edges (selectable from red, green or blue). Keeping the important elements in the picture in focus while shooting is greatly simplified.

lWhite balance —Selectable between preset and two user settings

lGain — (L,M,H) -6, -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15,18, 21, 24 dB & Lolux, AGC can be assigned to the “L/M/H” gain switch

lFull Auto— (on/off)

lND Filter— (Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64)

lAuto/Manual Focus, One Push Auto

lShutter—Speed selectable by cross keys

lFocus Assist/User 1— (on/off)

lOIS/User 2— (on/off)

lLoLux/User 3 — a JVC exclusive feature that permits shooting in adverse lighting conditions

lAE LOCK/User 4— (on/off)

lZebra/User 5— (on/off)

lMarker/User 6— (on/off) Among the controls are seven user-definable buttons that can be assigned a range of functions for instant setting instead of the preset settings.

Focus Assist OFF Focus Assist ON

GUI

The GY-HM600 takes ProHD's highly regarded GUI navigation

to the next level. Not only are menu items immediately accessible, but settings can also be easily checked right from the settings window. With an improved graphical interface, it’s easier than ever to customize the settings to match individual preferences

or the demands of the moment.

High-Resolution 920K pixels 3.5" LCD Monitor

The high-resolution 920K pixels 3.5" 16:9 aspect ratio LCD monitor provides a wide array of monitoring and setup indications.

For maximum flexibility, the monitor is mounted at the top of the camera, ideal for

shooting at various angles in handheld camera applications.

Shown with optional microphone.

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